Welsh tea in Patagonia

Yes, more Welsh tea in Patagonia, but this time here in Bariloche. We get it where we can, oink oink. The smiley, ruddy-cheeked, white-haired and moustachioed owner of Equs was jubilant to discover JP… Continue reading →

Playa Unión & Gaiman

After the flurry of our small and happy wedding, we motored 14 hours south of Buenos Aires to Patagonia, specifically Playa Unión, to see JP’s family and relax. The impeccably behaved Pulga accompanied me… Continue reading →

The Fratelli Camisa Cookery Book

In this Buenos Aires household we are celebrating JP’s recently acquired Italian citizenship. Ma che bello! It is the well-deserved result of gathering essential paperwork – a birth certificate was sent over from Italy and… Continue reading →

Colonia del Sacramento

I have to cross the border every three months to renew my 90-day tourist visa, which is a fine excuse to take a wee trip. The usual getaway for tourists is Colonia del… Continue reading →

Jubilee cake

The queen would have appreciated the cake I made in her honour over the Jubilee weekend. I’m certain of it, although… I did hear on the radio that same weekend that she eats… Continue reading →

Indoors

Down in this corner of the world we are settling well into autumn, like a dog circling round and round in his basket to find the snuggest spot for a snooze. Thoughts of… Continue reading →

Happy Birthday SCF

My oldest brother is far away in England and I’m throwing a birthday party for him on here. This is for you S. Nothing too embarrassing, just some pics and memories up my… Continue reading →