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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

British Airways, London to Vienna on a voucher and points!

AirlinesfiftyfourandcountingAugust 18, 2017

My daughter recommended I take out a British Airways Amex card …. however I gave up trying to reach the two hundred thousand Avios points required to fly long haul business class after two years!The deal seamed reasonable enough. When you reached a particular level of spend in the first three months they awarded you…

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For GrandpasfiftyfourandcountingAugust 3, 2017

Lego Technic Claas Xerion, almost 2000 pieces suitable for Grandpas!

I’m still a big kid at heart and used to love building kits, making things, models, Meccano and Lego. Loved all…
CinemasfiftyfourandcountingAugust 1, 2017

Dunkirk – an exceptional film about an extraordinary event

The British were trapped on the beaches of Dunkirk. The story that unfolds before your eyes is a most dramatic moment…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingJuly 30, 2017

Wow! Even I’m impressed!

In May I wrote an article “I’m no green fingers but..” Today I return to my garden to check on the…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingJuly 29, 2017

Croma, Prestwich – A draft with good food

When my oldest friend Simon recently paid us a welcome visit we decided to go out for a local bite to…
BistrofiftyfourandcountingJuly 24, 2017

Ta’am, Prestwich – Great food.. Anyone for coffee? Not here!

We met our friends for dinner at Ta’am a local kosher restaurant located in Prestwich. I’ve been meaning to go there…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingJuly 23, 2017

All the Shapes, Prestwich Village – quirky with good food

Prestwich is undergoing a major facelift right now with pavements being shaped, widened and the general image improved. So the other…
ChinesefiftyfourandcountingJune 24, 2017

When to Mock a Crispy Duck!

I love my food.. most of us do. Personally I love all Cantonese and Pekinese foods, the flavours, spices, the way…
Costa AdejefiftyfourandcountingJune 23, 2017

H10 Costa Adele Palace, Tenerife and the letter Not to complain!

In June 2017, my family and I went off to sunny Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands located off the West…
BathroomsfiftyfourandcountingJune 1, 2017

Michael Scott Bathrooms and Kitchens –  A Master Craftsman where only perfection is acceptable

With my daughters married and settled in their own homes this was the point at which my wife and I decided…
BritishfiftyfourandcountingJune 1, 2017

The Chocolate Cafe, Henley on Thames – A Riverside Pit Stop for a great lunch

You just don’t say no when offered a cruise along the Thames by friends with a stunning boat like something from…
BistrofiftyfourandcountingJune 1, 2017

Greenberry Cafe, Primrose Hill – The little Gem with an Organic Flavour

London has some great green belt places in the heart of the city. Recently I visited Primrose Hill. What a delightful…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingMay 27, 2017

Bocconcino, London – Advance to Mayfair for Authentic Italian food within a Tuscan Setting

For those that play the game called Monopoly you’ll immediately know that Mayfair is Londons most expensive property location. It’s surrounded…
ManchesterfiftyfourandcountingMay 23, 2017

An attack on Manchester achieves what?

Around the world, senseless atrocities continue to take place and affect people going about their normal lives. Conflicts in distant countries create extremists…
FoodfiftyfourandcountingMay 17, 2017

Gusto – Manchester – Italian food for the discerning

Behind every closed door lay secrets that often remain between four walls. When we think of trendy cities full of life,…

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Shirazi Salad
Roasted Veg and Lentil Jumble
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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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  • Tivoli, La Caleta, (Adeje), Tenerife – Fabulous hotel for a winter break

    November 18, 2025
  • Royal Nawaab, Pyramid, Stockport – an exceptional concept with food

    October 15, 2025
  • The Spread Eagle, Mellor – A delightful country pub with character and wood burning fireplaces

    September 28, 2025
  • Barton Grange Garden Centre, Willows Restaurant, Garstang – creative tasty food worthy of a visit

    July 15, 2025
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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