Remember, remember, the 5th of November, gunpowder treason and plot. It is Guy Fawkes in places that celebrate it, which…
What’s on my plate: cannelloni enchiladas
I recently got hold of a copy of Mezcla by Ixta Belfrage, a wonderful eclectic mix of recipes inspired by…
This week’s small pleasures #307
The days are getting longer, the early mornings are filled with loud birdsong, and there was no coat or sweater…
Six on Saturday 29.10.22
It has been such a wet and windy day today, but not at all cold. One of those days where…
A seat at the table: Graze Wine Bar
On Sunday, we walked up to Kelburn to visit Graze Wine Bar, housed in what used to be a butcher’s…
This week’s small pleasures #306
I’m writing this post on the Labour Day Monday holiday in New Zealand. The sun has been shining and I…
Six on Saturday 22.10.22
Another Saturday, another time to share 6 things from the garden. We have a new host, Jim at Garden Ruminations, whose…
What’s on your bookshelf #15
It is time once again for what’s on my bookshelf, a monthly round up of books read – enjoyed or…
This week’s small pleasures #305
We have been lucky with a couple of days of sunshine and blue skies – always a small pleasure that…
Six on Saturday 15.10.22
It has been another grey day – just where is the sun? We could really do with some to brighten…