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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

Attractions

Stonehenge, Salisbury – Probably one of the world’s most famous sites

Attractions

Frameless, Marble Arch, London – I’ve never been immersed in famous art like this

Alberobello

Alberobello, Italy – A picture post card town full of Trulli homes

Food

Takayama, Japan and Shirakawa-go – A stunning part of this country

Costa Rica

Pachira Lodge, Tortuguero, Costa Rica – Jungle Wildlife at its best

Belmar

Hotel Belmar, Monteverde, Costa Rica – Like a Swiss chalet in the Cloud Forests

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

DramafiftyfourandcountingAugust 12, 2018

Set in a small room called the Old Lab, four performers present an emotional rollercoaster short on words to get to grips with this brilliant play showing how an innocent remark leads to the break down of a number of relationships. Just brilliant, fast paced, emotionally charged and cleverly written.

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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…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingApril 29, 2018

Manchester House, Spinningfields – Where flavour, texture and expectations get a reboot!

Manchester House where your expectation of flavours and textures gets a reboot!
ChocolatefiftyfourandcountingMarch 19, 2018

Hard Boiled Egg by Hotel Chocolat – Wasn’t expecting that!

With Easter just around the corner, Hotel Chocolat has an incredibly unique and exciting range of Easter Eggs to choose from.…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingMarch 16, 2018

Ta’aam, Prestwich – Tasty middle eastern food

There is something about middle eastern food that I just love, maybe it’s the spices, the savoury flavours or the mix…

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Recent Posts
  • Tivoli, La Caleta, (Adeje), Tenerife – Fabulous hotel for a winter break
  • Royal Nawaab, Pyramid, Stockport – an exceptional concept with food
  • The Spread Eagle, Mellor – A delightful country pub with character and wood burning fireplaces
  • Barton Grange Garden Centre, Willows Restaurant, Garstang – creative tasty food worthy of a visit
  • The Beehive Inn, Combs, Derbyshire – A hidden country pub and amazing food, close to Buxton
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