Keeping a manor house clean
At the beginning of December as we approach Christmas, I realise I have to do a big cleaning in the…
The Chesterfield Sofa
What comes to your mind when you see a Chesterfield sofa? A billiard room, or a library in an English…
The nanny, the nursemaid and the governess
These women were slightly in a different and special position at grand houses because they looked after the family’s children…
An English funeral
In loving memory of Richard Death is part of life. Or it should be. When I suddenly and unexpectedly…
Is Hallowe’en distasteful?
Intro Poirot is sitting in an art deco armchair and listening to the radio, his valet, George whose name is…
An Apple variety that even has a Twitter account
No, I do not mean the technology company, or the apple on the featured image (the latter will be discussed…
How The Curry Got To England – With A Recipe
Maybe most of us know that curry has become the national dish of the United Kingdom. As the National Curry…
I Invested In The Queen
I read an article the other day about what would happen if the Queen passed away. I must admit, I…
David Suchet On Stage – A London Theatre Experience
Although I have already been to a concert and to a classical music concert in London, I must admit, I…
English Village Pumps
Alright, alright the title might not be too attractive, but believe me it is worth reading this post (and it…