Last train to the coast?
The Guardian reports on how the Maresme railway line, from Barcelona to the coast, is being devoured by the sea. Go to the article
Matthew Ward
The 10 Commandments of Paella
After questioning 400 amateur chefs, researchers in Valencia have laid down the law as to what should and what should not be put in their national dish. This article from the Guardian tells all. Go to the article
Working from home; a boost to career prospects for women?
According to a survey for the BBC, 56% of women say they thought that working from home would help their career. This article explains the reasons why. Go to the article
Catalonia pardons
The Guardian reports on how the Catalan parliament has passed a resolution to pardon up to 1,000 people, mainly women, condemned as witches 400 years ago. Go to the article
Words of Wisdom #3
“These are my principles, and if you don´t like them… well, I have others” Groucho Marx.
Lyrical Learning; Merry Christmas Baby by Otis Redding
Otis Redding´s soulful version of Merry Christmas Baby. Merry Christmas Baby Merry Christmas, babySure did treat me niceMerry Christmas, babySure did treat me niceBought me a diamond ring for ChristmasI feel like I’m in paradise I feel mighty fine, y’allI’ve got music on my radioFeel mighty fine, girlI’ve got music on my radio, oh, oh, … Read more
The mysteries of the Christmas pudding revealed
People often ask me about British Christmas food. I have always found it difficult to describe the traditional Christmas pudding and how it is made. This recipe from the BBC good food webpage explains it all. Go to the recipe
Lyrical Learning; Big Sky by the Kinks
Ray Davies of the Kinks wrote this wonderful little song about a very big subject; Big Sky looked down on all the people looking up at the Big SkyEverybody’s pushing one another aroundBig Sky feels sad when he sees the children scream and cryBut the Big Sky’s too big to let it get him … Read more
The Beatles; aliens from the future?
Following the release of Peter Jackson´s documentary ´Get Back´, the Beatles are back in the news. This article from the Guardian argues that the Beatles are still as radical as they were in the 1960s. Do you agree? Are you a fan? Or maybe your children are fans? Do you have any favourite Beatles songs? … Read more
