A report in todays Mail Online confirms that having too many cooks in the kitchen at once leads tempers to reach boiling point. In a poll, conducted by Wren Kitchens & Bedrooms, respondents said they were annoyed by men attempting to help but ending up making a mess, and by people persistently interfering with the preparations for dinner, including … More Too Many Cooks
On Saturday a group of Adventurers arrived in Brixton. They were on a quest – the “Street Art Treasure Hunt” They unravelled the cryptic clues that led them to art work on display in the streets, including murals, tiled art, statutes and sculptures. Their hunting over, they discussed the answers over a drink. Want to take part in … More Looking for Street art
Street Art can be found in lots of parts of Brixton. Treasure Hunts In London present Street Art Treasure Hunts in Brixton. Tickets are still available for Saturday 17th August from http://treasure-hunts-in-brixton-august-2013-eorg.eventbrite.co.uk/. The hunt involves solving cryptic clues and completing challenges around Brixton as you explore some of the street art found in the area. For additional … More Street Art in Brixton – part two
In July Brixton hosted the 11th Annual Urban Art Fair in Josephine Avenue. The event was organised by PositiveArts.co.uk who arranged for 15 of the UKs top graffiti artists to visit and ran children’s graffiti art workshops with local school children. Art produced on the day included a spray painted tube train, which went on display in Windrush Square shortly afterwards. Photos from … More Street Art in Brixton
Raymond Chandler was born on July 23 in 1888. Raymond Chandler is best known for the character of Philip Marlowe. This tough but extremely ethical “private eye,” was the main character throughout most of his works. Although born in America, Raymond Chandler spent most of his early life in England. After studying in London, he travelled to France … More Birthday of the author of the Philip Marlowe detective stories
As the 100th Tour de France begins, the Guardian newspaper reports Lance Armstrong saying it is impossible to win without doping. The Tour de France has been plagued by suggestions of cheating in the past. And we’re not just talking about taking performance enhancing substances. Riders and spectators were involved in cheating during the 1904 Tour de … More A sport that is ‘impossible’ to win ?
With the warmer weather, consider holding a party outside. Arrange tea lights in jars around the garden to add light to an after-dark party. Remember with all candle products to keep an eye on them to stop the wind from blowing them out and to ensure they don’t set fire to your plants. Background music can add to … More Feel like throwing a party?
Michelle Obama once told her husband that Mother’s Day should be a bigger celebration than Father’s day because “every day is Father’s Day” adding he is “always getting a treat.” President Barack Obama walks down the Colonnade with his arms around daughters Malia and Sasha, right 3/5/09. In the 103 years since Father’s Day began being celebrated … More Happy Father’s Day
Now that Spring has finally decided to make an appearance, you may feel like throwing a party. While inviting people over is the easy part, deciding what to cook for company can be tricky. Cooking for a crowd can be stressful so why not ask your guests to bring a dish to share. People are usually … More Springing a party invitation on your friends?
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