Milan

Milan has been deliciously quiet for the last three days. All on account of the odd Italian 'ponte' or bridge, which occurs as a result of having a public holiday in the middle of the week.Indeed, it has been 'Sunday' since Wednesday here. Everyone, just about, has headed off for the sea or the … [Read more...]

Nice to know! Many thanks.

Since I moved Blog from Italy to its new home, I've been following things via my site statistics - I like these things. From the beginning of October to now my kind readers have been hanging around for an average of over 4 minutes. And I got over 2,800 page views in the same period. I just wanted … [Read more...]

Another little project

Shortly, things are still at the development stage, I shall be launching another little website. This one will be all about businesses and young business people in Italy. It'll be part blog, part magazine, and, I hope, will generate some networking.This new site will be mainly in English, but … [Read more...]

The joys of dieting

Are there any joys that can be associated with dieting? Well, yes there are, at least I think so. Firstly and most obviously there is the pleasure of knowing that you have rid yourself of some extra baggage. I tend to feel lighter, both physically and emotionally, as I often did when I was into … [Read more...]

Sausage Production to Commence!

Yes, that's right. The sausage mix arrived from the UK yesterday and next Wednesday I have an appointment with the butchers to start making those English style bangers in Milan.This means that a sausage tasting will be held at the 442 on Wednesday or Thursday evening. And once the best blend has … [Read more...]