Since the WAGS activities have been curtailed recently by voluntary absences spending the kids' inheritances, various medical interventions and appointments, and many other unspecified reasons, I have found myself with nothing to publish until John H's APAPS gears up again.
Further, while Myriam and I were gallivanting to UK and then the Baltic States, Big Brother in the form of Google Photo Assistant, was showing a keen interest in the snaps we took, selecting the representative few from many, and arranging them thoughtfully.
What more, I thought to myself, would entertain and occupy the WAGS in these 'in between' days, than a fascinating record of our sojourn. And so without further ado, our trip in pictures:-
The Big Adventure
If any reader would like to share their own recent activities, then please write a post to this log, or send me something to publish.
"To travel is to discover that everybody else is wrong about other countries".
Aldous Huxley.
Friday, 2 June 2017
Thursday, 16 March 2017
The Fable of the Ducks and Hens
I was rather taken by this piece, fable/parable almost which has so many applications to the modern world. Pick your own chickens and ducks!
The Fable of the Ducks and the Hens
Be aware though that the Chinese got there earlier with their own proverb, and proved the above fable might never happen!
It's all a question of communication!
The Fable of the Ducks and the Hens
Be aware though that the Chinese got there earlier with their own proverb, and proved the above fable might never happen!
Saturday, 18 February 2017
Living it large.
Much thought and concentration has been given to the Apres WAGS refreshments. I have spent many happy hours walking round Lagos in search of the perfect tosta mista, and more recently, the most scrumptious bifana.
The search goes on, but I have reached some satisfactory gourmet conclusions - for now.
In Lagos we have the legendary Tosta Mista Aberta from Casa Pao d'Avo (either branch) also the fantastic hot brioche com queijo e tomate furnished by Aqui ha Gato. Gato's bifana com tomate is also leading the field presently.
Bizarrely, once in Crantock, Cornwall, Myriam and I went for a snack at a fairly upmarket restaurant with wonderful views across Crantock Bay. On the menu was a toasted sandwich , sounding very much like the real thing. I couldn't resist, and to my surprise it was very good.
The downside was that it cost £7!! Slate doesn't come cheap these days
Quite by surprise, after landing at Faro airport, Myriam and I were once prompted to search for the ultimate tosta on the Praia do Faro, and found a truly amazing example at Cais 73.
In Lagos I can't leave out the renowned and incredibly good value breakfast served at Cafe Odeon. Eggs Benedict, Odeon Breakfast, and the Mega Breakfast are all on offer under 5 Euros. A select party of WAGS enjoyed this on one occasion.
A selection of gourmet diners and breakfasts captured by John H. Paul demonstrates that beans are not an Officer's vegetable
Recently our Apres WAGS snack had to be diverted to an untried cafe in Alvor, after the one at which we met closed abruptly when we returned as there were not enough staff to cope. Antje posed for this striking photo of a WAG eating Tosta Mista, and we concluded that they were fairly good, as can be appreciated.
Anyway, where this is leading is that I thought that other WAGS might have a favourite snack, and perhaps a photo thereof, and despite it being hard to stir response from the often non-techy, non-literary, photographically challenged members of the WAGS, there may be a chance to have some sent in and added to this post, if indeed the respondent is incapable of inserting it (no, not that!!) by him/herself.
I came across this interesting contribution about The King, to whose demise his predilection for massive peanut butter-based sandwiches possibly contributed:-
Gato's Bifana com tomate em pao caseiro.
The search goes on, but I have reached some satisfactory gourmet conclusions - for now.
In Lagos we have the legendary Tosta Mista Aberta from Casa Pao d'Avo (either branch) also the fantastic hot brioche com queijo e tomate furnished by Aqui ha Gato. Gato's bifana com tomate is also leading the field presently.
Bizarrely, once in Crantock, Cornwall, Myriam and I went for a snack at a fairly upmarket restaurant with wonderful views across Crantock Bay. On the menu was a toasted sandwich , sounding very much like the real thing. I couldn't resist, and to my surprise it was very good.
The downside was that it cost £7!! Slate doesn't come cheap these days
Quite by surprise, after landing at Faro airport, Myriam and I were once prompted to search for the ultimate tosta on the Praia do Faro, and found a truly amazing example at Cais 73.
Cais 73's Frango com alho tosta mista
In Lagos I can't leave out the renowned and incredibly good value breakfast served at Cafe Odeon. Eggs Benedict, Odeon Breakfast, and the Mega Breakfast are all on offer under 5 Euros. A select party of WAGS enjoyed this on one occasion.
A selection of gourmet diners and breakfasts captured by John H. Paul demonstrates that beans are not an Officer's vegetable
Recently our Apres WAGS snack had to be diverted to an untried cafe in Alvor, after the one at which we met closed abruptly when we returned as there were not enough staff to cope. Antje posed for this striking photo of a WAG eating Tosta Mista, and we concluded that they were fairly good, as can be appreciated.
Antje goes for it!!
Anyway, where this is leading is that I thought that other WAGS might have a favourite snack, and perhaps a photo thereof, and despite it being hard to stir response from the often non-techy, non-literary, photographically challenged members of the WAGS, there may be a chance to have some sent in and added to this post, if indeed the respondent is incapable of inserting it (no, not that!!) by him/herself.
I came across this interesting contribution about The King, to whose demise his predilection for massive peanut butter-based sandwiches possibly contributed:-
If Elvis were alive (come at me, conspiracy theorists), I'd make him this sandwich during a late night jam session. This is how it's go down:
Cook 2 slices thick-cut bacon in a large heavy skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and crisp, 8–10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and spoon off all but 1 Tbsp. bacon fat. Meanwhile, place 2 slices of Our Favorite Banana Bread on a work surface. Spread each with 1 Tbsp. creamy peanut butter. Top 1 slice with 1/2 banana, sliced, 1 tsp. honey, and bacon, then close with the second slice. Heat reserved bacon fat in skillet over medium-low. Transfer sandwich to skillet, cover, and cook until bottom is golden, about 2 minutes. Flip sandwich, cover, and cook until golden, about 2 minutes more. Cut into quarters before serving.
A note on how to eat this: Elvis ate his sandwiches with a knife and fork at all hours, but with all due respect to his highness, I don't think you can do this sandwich justice that way. The Elvis sandwich is meant to be eaten with abandon, whether during a late-night munchies session or a late-morning meal to offset the night's shenanigans. So get messy with it. Don't worry—the King's not watching.
Can anyone top that?
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