We spent Adrian's birthday in Rovinj.


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It is a tradition that every year we invite neighbours and friends to a Christmas gathering ( Read more... )

On Thursday evening, I met Adrian at the Oxo Tower on the South Bank.


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When I look at the pictures taken during the last few weeks, I see a lot of food. But I'm positive we did so much more than just stuffing our faces ( Read more... )

My sister-in-law and nephews left yesterday morning and after a sofa/TV watching day, today we had a day of culture, shopping and food.

First stop this morning was the National Gallery


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Last night I met Adrian at the Crypt

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The Jubilee 4-day Bank Holiday week-end has been so far a washout. 
As the weather is grey and rainy, I didn't really mind not going to see the river pageant - it would have been a different story with a blue sky and the sun. When it's grey, the Thames is even greyer. 
Call me a fair weather subject! lol

At least the rain is good for the garden, after ( Read more... )

The other night we had pistachio ice-cream while we were watching 'Shakespeare in Italy' on the telly.

My goodness! The gelato was so good that I'm surprised it is not illegal. 
I love gelato and I haven't had one this creamy for a very long time. And the flavour was amazing: I've never had such a fantastic pistachio ice-cream.


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Today I skipped the gym and went out for lunch to Jamie Oliver's Italian on St. Martin's Lane ( Read more... )