It may be the middle of the winter on the northern hemisphere but rainy Albion shows its nicer face every once in a while. Even these heavy clouds can’t keep the sun at bay. Ever-uplifting spring is inevitably coming, so let’s find solace in the fact for now that the bigger the cloud, the bigger the silver lining. … Continue reading
Not something you would expect to find in central London. A Tibetan Peace Garden dedicated and blessed by the Dalai Lama right next to the Imperial War Museum. It was built to honour the need for cultural understanding, and the mandala at its centre is associated with world peace. It’s said that merely looking on this bronze mandala will confer … Continue reading
Some would say this is a contradiction in terms, but you have to admire the optimistic approach. Granted, the colours and lounge chairs invoke a sunny atmosphere and even make you mind the rain less. For more pictures visit my gallery here. Continue reading
If you follow this blog, you came across a post I wrote about the Cereal Killer cafe, only a few months after it opened on Brick Lane in London. Sadly, the cafe was attacked and vandalised last Saturday evening, and I couldn’t stop myself to say a word. I wouldn’t suggest my original post was a raving review, but I loved the business … Continue reading
Tea is a simple thing really. Add hot water to dried leaves, let it steep for a while and there you have it. Yet independent cultures have built ceremonies and occupations around the idea and practice of consuming said refreshment, countries fought wars over it, and transporting it helped establish important and coveted positions among trading nations. Therefore it’s … Continue reading
Postcards from the Country 