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Wembley, 1966

Posted on July 29, 2016 by kayjayaitch

This weekend, a mere 900 years since the Norman invasion, sees the commemoration of one of this country’s finest ever achievements in the realms of international success – namely the winning of the World Cup in 1966 against Germany at … Continue reading →

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Georges-Auguste Escoffier, ‘King of Chefs, Chef of Kings’

Posted on July 30, 2014 by kayjayaitch

Georges-Auguste Escoffier, (28 Oct 1846 – 12 Feb 1935) is the second contender for the ‘King of Chef’s, Chef of Kings’ title coming up against Marie-Antoine Careme Born at Villeneuve-sur-Loup, some 9 miles from Nice. Being very slight of build … Continue reading →

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One For The Girls

Posted on January 31, 2014 by kayjayaitch

Once again I have delved into the ‘Odhams Book of Childrens Games, Puzzles and Pastimes’ Omnibus for a couple of games. The one here on the right is a simple black and white drawing that involves rescuing  the fair Princess … Continue reading →

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