I woke up this morning alone in the house, an unusual experience for me on a Saturday. Because we both travel quite a bit, I'm used to having the house to myself, but not for a whole weekend. It brought me back to my twenties, when I mostly lived in country villages quite a distance … Continue reading home alone
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health kick diary 2010 – take two
A couple of months I was feeling great. Hour-long power walks by the beach most days and good healthy eating before our holiday meant I was trim, full of energy and ready for an active trip to Laos. Three weeks of backpacking, locally-cooked food, little alcohol and miles and miles of walking every day meant … Continue reading health kick diary 2010 – take two
good food show 2010: the verdict
We came, we saw, we drank, we laughed, we somehow made it home. The Good Food Show 2010 was a success. We complied with all the rules except three: we didn't need a trolley this year because our freebie-accepting days are over, I am pretty sure we all tried more than one wine per stall … Continue reading good food show 2010: the verdict
good food show 2010: in anticipation
OK. It's 10.30am and I am ready for that highlight of the Doyle Women calendar - the Melbourne Food and Wine Show! It's a tradition that's been in place since I came here in 2005. I am ready for the challenge. The usual rules apply: Wear comfy shoes and layers - it's a tough day; Bring … Continue reading good food show 2010: in anticipation
Máiréad Doyle 