Julia Child was born on August 15, 1912, in Pasadena, California and died two days before her 92nd birthday in August 2004 of kidney failure at her home in Montecito. Five years after her death, Julia Child was the inspiration behind the film Julie & Julia, based on a cooking blog by Julia Powell. The 2009… More August 15 – TV chef and author Julia Child
Raymond Chandler was born on July 23 in 1888. He 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 and Germany… More July 23 – Birthday of the author Raymond Chandler
Rumours of The Happytime Murders have been going on for years. Devised by Brian Henson (son of Jim Henson) back in 2008 this project was to be an R-rated puppet project. Now it seems the project is moving forward. The IMDB lists it as being in development and various film websites are noting its progress and change… More The Happytime Murders
Benedict Egg meets Runcy Spoon Benedict Egg and Runcy Spoon were locked in a vicious battle. Both were rivals in the field of electronic innovation. Both were concerned about the problem of sustainable energy. Both were racing to find a solution. But only one could win The Egg and Spoon Race Benedict Egg with Al… More An Easter Mystery? The Egg & Spoon Race
This St Valentine’s Day how about a murder mystery party with an ITM dinner party murder mystery game for 8 Players. This is a murder mystery with a difference – a who didn’t do it! St Valentine’s Day Masquerade The place is Chicago. The time is 1923. Against a backdrop of prohibition, Danny ‘Diamond’ Ditali, the infamous… More St Valentine’s Day Masquerade
Murder Mystery dinner theatre is an interactive show. The best shows feature professional actors to play the victims and suspects. They are experienced at encouraging audience participation in the production as the murder unfolds. It’s more than just watching a play – it’s like being part of the action! The audience is tasked with determining the method, motivation and… More Fancy a Murder Mystery Show?
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
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?
Leonardo DiCaprio plays the mysterious Jay Gatsby in the upcoming release of Baz Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby.” The story concerns Nick Carraway (played by Tobey Maguire), a Midwesterner now living on Long Island, who finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbour, Jay Gatsby (DiCaprio). He’s drawn into Gatsby’s circle, becoming… More Roaring Twenties Murder Mystery
Has the upcoming release of Baz Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby,” made you want to recreate the Jazz Age? If you can’t wait until Gatsby is released for your Roaring Twenties fix, love a costume mystery, and fancy yourself in the era of flappers, gangsters and prohibition, try “The St Valentine’s Day Masquerade.” Set in the USA… More Dive Into the Jazz Age with a Murder Mystery