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Getting to the Bottom of what Art is about

Published as part of BBC’s Show Me The Monet coverage 11 May, 2011 This week, the UK’s BBC 2 TV channel has launched its new series Show Me The Monet, a genius title might I add, where a diverse mix of amateur and professional artists from all over the United Kingdom compete for a place at the London Royal College of Art show where they will display and sell their works to the highest bidder. To gain this privilege, artists must face the Hanging Committee, consisting of Chris Hollins,...

11 August 2011 | International Interviews, The Arts, TV & Radio | , , , , , , | 0 Comments
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A Touch of Orkney……Fudge Cheesecake (Orkney-Style)

A friend of mine, a born-and-bred Scottish lass, provided me with this golden recipe from the ruggedly beautiful place that is Orkney, an island off the north tip of Scotland. Best not to think of how many calories are contained in each slice, but it’s an irresistible treat that melts in your mouth with every heavenly bite. Fellow Fudge Fans will bask in the flavour…to be honest, she already had me at cheesecake…. Ingredients 250g/9 oz Hobnobs (or equivalent oat biscuits), crushed 75g/2¾ oz butter, melted 200g/7 oz Philadelphia...

11 August 2011 | Culture Cave Cooking | , , , , , , , , , , | 0 Comments
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Five-Spiced Lamb in just five hot steps

An aromatic dish, popular in China and an all-time favourite of mine, this lamb delight is ideally served at an informal supper party…and was enjoyed by five of my friends this weekend! (The number five seems to be becoming a theme here!) Ingredients 30 – 45 ml / 2 – 3 tbsp oil 1.5 kg / 3 – 3 ½ lb leg of lamb, boned and diced 1 onion, chopped 10ml/ 2tsp grated fresh root ginger 1 garlic clove, crushed 5ml/1 tsp five-spice powder 30ml/2tbsp hoi-sin sauce 15 ml...

11 August 2011 | Culture Cave Cooking | , , , , , , , , , , , , | 0 Comments
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Les Petits Mouchoirs: French Film Review

François Cluzet is France’s answer to Robert De Niro in this long-awaited follow-up comedy-drama by actor-turned-director Guillaume Canet. His director-debut Tell No One, released in 2006 was a big hit, but this more light-hearted masterpiece had me glued to my seat for a good two and a half hours. The film was originally released in France last year, but featured this year again in selected cinemas due to popular demand.` The chuckles began as my friend leaned over during the title sequence and commented ‘the French always know how...

11 August 2011 | Foreign Film & Theatre | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 0 Comments
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A picture speaks a thousand words

I’d like to make a link between two of my favourite things in life: photography and language. The phrase “a picture speaks a thousand words” travels a long way. One of my first memories of teaching English as a foreign language in France was the enthusiasm kids in the classroom showed when presenting them with photographs. It triggered discussion, questions and even laughter, all vital elements in a healthy and successful learning environment.  I think it was a more memorable experience than the average textbook-lesson too. Relating themes and...

11 August 2011 | Education, Photography | , , , , , , , , , , | 0 Comments
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Proud to be British: the Royal Wedding April 29th 2011

  I was born and raised in a country home in the North of England where Queen Elizabeth Bowes-Lyons, later to become the Queen Mother, enjoyed a cup of tea at the 23rd February 1939 ceremony with her husband George VI when they opened the tennis courts and sports pavilion opposite. I feel contented to be watching today’s Royal Wedding from a house that has royal connections and has since become part of Britain’s national heritage. To set the scene, as I sit here with my cup of English...

11 August 2011 | British Culture, Media, News | , , , , , , , , , , | 0 Comments
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