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Fifty Four and Counting

Fifty Four and Counting

Blogger, Photographer, Writer – just a good old honest opinion of restaurants, products, services and life in general

Author: fiftyfourandcounting

Being over 54 gives you a different perspective on life around you. As a lifestyle blogger, I say it as I see it. That simple. I review places to go, things to do, places I've been to, products and my take on life surprises.

The Dolly Parton Story, Edinburgh Fringe – An Amazing Voice to Bring this Story to Life

EdinburghfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Hannah Richards steals this show with a voice of an angel. This was a delightful performance that tells the story of Dolly Parton’s rise to fame from humble beginnings. This two person show feeds the audience gently at first with early unfamiliar Parton songs reaching a crescendo with well known numbers like 9 to 5….

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ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

McMagic Moments, Edinburgh Fringe – Original, Funny and Engaging

This show located at The Voodoo Rooms with entertainer Elliott Bibby brought a blend of magic, intentional incompetence and humour together…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Tudur Owen: Undemanding, Edinburgh Fringe – A Welsh Comedian that’s Delightful, Funny and Humble!

In a small room, above the Mash House, we had the pleasure to listen and watch as this funny, friendly and…
DramafiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Big Aftermath of a Small Disclosure, Edinburgh Fringe – Thought Provoking, Brilliant and Emotional

Set in a small room called the Old Lab, four performers present an emotional rollercoaster short on words to get to…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Mervyn Stutters Pick of the Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe – Brilliant, Relevant and Excellent Compilation of Acts from the Fringe

I just loved this fun packed show .. the theatre was packed and for good reason. Mervyn has just turned 70…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

A Flamingo called Frank, Edinburgh Fringe – Comedy Sketches

As we walked along the Royal Mile, people watching, we were accosted by five young men in pink jump suits. It…
EdinburghfiftyfourandcountingAugust 11, 2018

The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Edinburgh Castle – Magnificent Military Precision Spectacle… Amazing!

Standing high above the city of Edinburgh is the Castle. As we joined the thousands entering the modern stadium structure, you’re…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 11, 2018

A New Political Comedy Show, The Edinburgh Fringe – A light hearted Debate on Immigration

In the small top floor room of the Beehive Inn a small audience gathered to listen to a light hearted debate…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 10, 2018

The Artist, Edinburgh Fringe – Original, Curious, Entertaining and all without a word!

This delightful performance was like watching Mr Bean, a mime artist, slapstick and clowning all rolled into one. The Artist is…
ComedyfiftyfourandcountingAugust 10, 2018

Ashley Blaker Observant Jew, Edinburgh Fringe 2018 – Funny, Insightful and Fun

It was an intimate performance here at the Edinburgh Fringe. Ashley Blaker shares his humorous take on how he became an…
AirlinesfiftyfourandcountingMay 25, 2018

Sani Resort, Halkidiki, Greece – Where 5 Stars exceed your expectations

I’ve travelled to many places in my lifetime and confess often to feeling slightly underwhelmed. Generally the staff look harassed and…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingMay 16, 2018

Carmelo, Tottington – A family run Italian restaurant with good food and little finesse

Some restaurants are just easy to revisit. They offer good value food, average service, but somehow its consistent and dependable. Carmelo…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingMay 15, 2018

Manchester House, Spinningfields – Probably the best champagne afternoon tea in Manchester

Manchester is changing. This is a city that has more than character, it is a result of great planning, development and…
BritishfiftyfourandcountingMay 13, 2018

Blackhouse, The Grill on the Alley, Manchester – Like Steaks? You need to try a Tomahawk!

All over the world specialists exist in every field; people who do something so well that they become well known for…
ClothingfiftyfourandcountingMay 1, 2018

Charles Tyrwhitt – Where shirts that fit, are made

Gentlemen, if you’ve not tried a Charles Tyrwhitt shirt I strongly recommend that you try one. This is a company run…

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