This steward was looking a little weary at the Natural History Museum this lunch time, and I can’t say I’m surprised – the place was absolutely rammed. When we arrived at 10.30am we were directed away from the main entrance … Continued
We began the day at Tate Britain, which is a wonderful gallery – I could have spent half a day there with no problem at all. They also have a great cafe! Then we had an appointment to meet R’s … Continued
After breakfast (which is worth a mention – K+K hotels do a seriously good buffet breakfast) we tubed down to Westminster and took a river cruise out to Greenwich. The river trip lasted about 45 minutes, and the skipper treated … Continued
When I asked R what he wanted to do to celebrate the Big Birthday, he decided on a few days in London doing touristy things with me, followed by a family meal out on the day itself. We lived in … Continued
Common perhaps, but it’s the first time I’ve ever seen one. I was standing in the kitchen doorway, listening to the sound of someone nearby repeatedly revving what I think was the outboard motor of a dinghy and wishing I … Continued
This is an idea I shamelessly stole from Ingeborg – well, they do say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. We live in a large, old and unecological house; my study is on the first floor, and R’s is … Continued
If I decide to give up photography and put all my camera stuff on eBay, this will be the photo that did for me. I’ve not had a great day, one way and another – all too boring, so I’ll … Continued
Also called sunchoke, sunroot, or in French topinambour. It’s a member of the sunflower family, and its edible tuber is commonly called the Jerusalem artichoke – though it’s not an artichoke and has no connection with Jerusalem. The plant is … Continued
