Cirencester is a charming market town located in the heart of the Cotswolds. With a rich history dating back to Roman times, there are many wonderful things to do in Cirencester from exploring the bustling town center to nearby nature walks, stately homes, and more. The town is home to lots of boutique shops, restaurants, and cafes and there are weekly markets, as well as a bi-monthly farmers’ market, selling local produce, beers, wines, and handmade goods. Some of the top places to visit in Cirencester include the Corinium Museum and the Roman Amphitheatre. I’ve been visiting the Cotswolds for years and I often find Cirencester makes a great base for exploring the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The...
I had just begun to peel the potatoes for dinner when my oldest sister Bessie came in, her eyes far away and very tired. She dropped on the bench by the sink and turned her head to the wall. One look at her, and I knew she had not yet found work. I went on peeling the potatoes, but I no more knew what my hands were doing. I felt only the dark hurt of her weary eyes. I was about ten years old then. But from always it was heavy on my heart the worries for the house as if I was mother. I knew that the landlord came that morning holler‑ ing for the rent. And the whole...
Jamaican beef patties have long been a popular dish of choice, so it’s no shock that many international versions have popped up over the years. But like a lot of things in life, nothing tops the original. Jamaican patties are a delightful yet simple pastry of flaky, buttery crust filled with minced beef, similar to an empanada. This Jamaican Beef Patty recipe is a classic Caribbean staple and is made with a flavoursome ground beef mixture that’s enclosed in a deliciously flaky, buttery, golden pastry crust. It’s a popular Jamaican street (fast) food that can be enjoyed as a filling snack or light meal. This authentic Jamaican beef patty recipe has many filling variations, is easy to make-ahead and freezes...
With a market worth billions, an increasingly discerning customer base and a focus on sustainability kidswear is the fashion industry’s growth sector. Is that why it all looks so tasteful?A few weeks before protesters stormed the Paris offices of luxury conglomerate LVMH, one of its biggest-name luxury brands, Louis Vuitton, launched its first ever baby collection, for 0-12 months. While it would be hard to pin any political unrest on the grey cashmere onesie for £755, or the £360 monogrammed Mary Jane shoes, it speaks to the current mood that while some people fight for pensions, others are willing to spend that kind of money on an outfit destined to be pooed on.Louis Vuitton is not alone. For some people,...
Save Energy – and Pay Less to Utility Companies. Here are 6 Little-Known Ways (and some hidden benefits) Do you or your family have allergies? Allergies MAY be caused by air pollution – blame large corporations for that, yes – but what about YOU? Did you know that YOU can cause air pollution by using electricity? If you use less energy, you’ll pay less to your Utility companies – and your allergies might improve! On this planet we call Earth, things are inter-related. Things influence or affect other things. So in this post, I’d like to talk about how saving energy not only saves you money, but also brings other benefits. And I’ll show you that saving energy...
