Why are the buildings of the Cotswolds so unique?
The Cotswolds are one of if not the most popular regions in England. No wonder, as its yellow limestone…
English tea cups
The English believe that tea tastes much better when drinking it from a teacup than a mug – NB…
The Victorian Garden
English gardens are beautiful and every era has its own garden style, so there are medieval, Tudor, Georgian, Victorian,…
English Summer Cake: Wimbledon Sponge
The English love their summer cakes with cream and fresh berries. These cakes look absolutely stunning and not only…
The Henley Royal Regatta
One of the most English events is the Henley Royal Regatta, which is held on the 27th week every…
My story with Marmite and marmalade
What triggered to write this post, was a situation when my guests were not quite sure what that brown…
The Windsor Tube
Believe it or not, in the 19th century it was possible to get from London to Windsor by tube…
Everything about Royal Ascot
When you hear Royal Ascot probably the first things come to your mind is the strange hats and the…
The Hellfire Club – Orgies in the Thames Valley
No Sex Please, We Are British is the title of a 20th century British farce and indeed the British…
Ginger Jars – Classical English interior accessories
Not sure about you but I am absolutely obsessed with blue and white ginger jars. Needless to say that…