London Calling – Smithfield Market
London famously had many purpose-built market places located close to the centre of the great city. Billingsgate Fish market was originally in Lower Thames Street, the famous flower market at
Still here
As I write this, I’m personally sitting with the weight of an anniversary – another year since the loss of someone I loved deeply. These days have their own gravity.
The Churches of Tavira – Part 4
To read from the start click here. The original house for this order was in the Portuguese fortress of Azamor, on the coast of Morocco. When D. João III decided
Refreshed villas, renewed returns
After the summer peak season, villa owners are presented with a crucial window of opportunity. Far from being a period of rest, the post-summer season is a strategic time to
AI. It’ll end in tears.
Today, I return as promised to my scrutiny of artificial intelligence. In my month-long murmurings around the topic here, and over on YouTube and the social networkings of Good Morning
Farewell domicile, welcome long-term residence
Inheritance tax clarity for expatriates and tax benefits when returning to UK The UK domicile regime has been abolished for tax purposes. The new residence-based system provides more certainty for
A Year in Monchique 2 – Home to home – March 2019
It’s said that moving home is one of life’s most stressful events. However, perhaps it’s what, or who, you are moving for that really matters. My first home after leaving
Startled Nations
There are a few things in life that unite people across oceans – like love and music, for example. And then, unexpectedly, there is the humble exclamation, “Hain?” Or as
Blazing heritage: the fiery soul of Mexican chillies – Part 2
Whilst many records are kept on the hottest chilli in the world, including in the Guinness Book of Records, establishing what is the hottest, naturally occurring chilli is rather challenging.
Relationship between heatwaves and rural fires in Portugal
According to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), heatwaves are one of the most dangerous natural weather hazards. Intense heatwaves can pose serious health, social, environmental, and economic risks. Portugal