Category Archives: cheap fun
For the love of vino
My best friend was visiting from Australia last week and her Dad, Gord, offered to take us on a tour of Niagara‘s wineries. Even at 30 it’s never too late to say yes to parents’ footing the bill. I am a … Continue reading
beachy keen
Since returning to Toronto I’ve been soaking up serious beach action. My girlfriends – summeraholics and city women in one – quickly reminded me of the sandy beaches both in and outside Toronto. With bring your own picnics, public barbeques and tables … Continue reading
The peoples warehouse
It’s a pity I’m leaving so soon because I’ve just discovered Brum’s thriving warehouse district. Behind the shiny new Millenium Point and Masshouse developments stands the real gem: the as yet un-regenerated Eastside dotted with dilapidated buildings, cheap cafes, dodgy pubs and bargain … Continue reading
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Top three things to do in Berlin when it rains
Germany had a record six weeks of sunshine and not a spot of rain. Until I arrived. By the time work wrapped up and my sister arrived for the weekend the rain was coming down in buckets. Let’s face it, downpours … Continue reading
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Best of a bad bunch
There’s nothing I love more than fresh cut flowers to brighten up my little terraced house. It’s amazing how a bright bunch of blooms can lift your spirits and make you feel slightly spoiled. I picked up five bunches … Continue reading
Filed under Birmingham, cheap fun, ethical living, green living
