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Has the poor English weather affected the wheat harvest?
It’s easy to poke fun at the English weather, we have a reputation for rainfall and general lack of sun and it’s often hard to argue against the accusations. But for many a wet English summer can have disastrous consequences for not only their own business but […]
It’s Gordon Ramsay vs Marcus Waering and the winner is….
The Harden’s London Restaurant Guide for 2009 has just announced its overall winner. This is a guide which is based on public opinion as opposed to a one off inspection. In fact there are some 8,000 opinions contributing to this year’s guide.
Now there are two main […]
The original German classic
Last week I gave the good Mrs C. an home grown red cabbage which I knew she would turn into something great for the benefit of my greedy brother to take home. I am renowned throughout the British Isles for my monster vegetables and this was no exception weighing in at an […]
How to grow and cook cardoons
I must confess to a chequered past when it comes to growing the noble cardoon. Cynara cardunculus (Latin for pain in the arse) has caused me considerable grief since I introduced it to my kitchen garden, I originally grew them as an ornamental/edible border which would serve as a means […]
Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones write new material…
According to Jason Bonham, son of legendary Led Zeppelin drummer the late John Bonham there have been some significant material written for a new project which could come under the Led Zeppelin umbrella.
The internet is full of rumours and non starter stories about Led Zeppelin reunions but […]
A ticket to Goa….
Ever wondered what to do with that barramundi you’ve been given? This is the sort of problem I have to face at home, it’s not easy being single Well agonize no more. Here’s a recipe for a Southern Indian style curry which cuts out the long bits and, whilst […]
Making sense of EU food policies
Certain blog posts arise from the most unlikely beginings and this one is no exception. What started off as simple observation became a discussion followed by research which I hope will prompt some discussion and thought from those who read this.
Last week my parents came over for a day visit […]
The Legend behind Dunston Pillar
I have developed quite an interest in the places and history of my home county of Lincolnshire in England. The deeper you look the more remarkable the history becomes, such is the case with a neighbouring village called Dunston just off the A15. Following on from my recent return to Tupholme […]
The Wild Rose of the British Isles….
Late August sees the first fruits of the flowering shrub the wild rose. Also known as dog rose the shrub flowers from June to July and can be found in woodland, along hedgerows and scrubland. The shrub and fruit is best known for its use as a syrup and […]
The Beijing Games Closing Ceremony
Word has it that Led Zeppelin founder/guitarist Jimmy Page is to play the band’s second best known song ‘Whole Lotta Love’ at the closing ceremony for the Beijing Olympics. Looking forward to seeing messers Page and Plant again? Well, hard luck because Robert Plant has been replaced with a certain Leona […]