People
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Sunny Whitstable
There were gorgeous blue skies in Whitstable a couple of weeks ago. Long may the summer continue. It was my first time there. It’s a charming place for a day trip: not too busy even on a day like this. And if you like veggie food, the burgers are very tasty at Revival, a charming … Continue reading / view photos Sunny Whitstable
Food, Fitness and Health
Red Fitness in Tibits
Tibits in Regent Street is my favourite restaurant in London. They do this tasty drink called Red Fitness. I’ve managed to recreate it, using my fantastic bargain (£24) 1000W blender from Morrisons. Thanks for recommendation Jigna 🤗. The recipe is: two handfuls of blackcurrant juice of one lemon one apple a chunk of fennel water … Continue reading Red Fitness in Tibits
Amsterdam
Back in Amsterdam
When I first went to Amsterdam in the 1980s, I expected the Netherlands and its people to be very different from the world I knew – London. I remember sitting outside a bar, looking at the world go by and watching people. I looked at people’s faces and how they looked at and interacted with … Continue reading / view photos Back in Amsterdam
Yummy chocolate flapjacks
Chocolate flapjacks. Simple to make: dates, oats, vanilla extract, cacao powder, and coconut oil with melted Green and Blacks dark 70% chocolate 😋 For recipe, see https://freefromfairy.com/2015/10/five-ingredient-chocolate-flapjacks-free-from-refined-sugar.html
Loving Vincent
Ever since I saw the film Loving Vincent, I’ve liked Van Gogh’s paintings even more. It’s a beautiful film animated in the style of his paintings. When I tried to book a ticket for the Van Gogh museum, it was sold out for several days. The next tickets would be available after I left Amsterdam. … Continue reading / view photos Loving Vincent
Speulderbos Forest hike
On Saturday, I joined Vineet, for a magical, gentle walk through Speulderbos Forest, about 70km east of Amsterdam. I loved the wonky trees and insect carvings. About three-quarters of the way, the skies opened and unleashed two months’ worth of rain! We were soaked to the skin! In the morning, I had a cold shower … Continue reading / view photos Speulderbos Forest hike