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Friday Links

Posted on March 14, 2014 by nicdempsey

It’s not a terribly happy Friday. We woke up to the news that Tony Benn has died. It’s been a bad week for the left in this country. Much will be written about him today and I’m sure that I’ll … Continue reading →

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Washington DC Food and Drink

Posted on March 13, 2014 by nicdempsey

DC is full of good food and bars. Like anywhere else, it’s also full of bad food and bars. These were some of my highlights but it’s not an exhaustive list, I was there a week and we didn’t eat … Continue reading →

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Midweek

Posted on March 12, 2014 by nicdempsey

I was really upset this morning to wake up and discover that it was only Wednesday. I’ve been a day ahead of myself all week. I’m feeling a bit discombobulated at the moment, I’m blaming lingering jet lag and post … Continue reading →

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Some pictures

Posted on March 11, 2014 by nicdempsey

            There will be more but for today this will do.  

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Good to be back..

Posted on March 10, 2014 by nicdempsey

So I’m home and I’m completely not ready for the week. I had a great week in DC and I was sad to leave but I’m happy to be home. This week is about back to normal life, work and … Continue reading →

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Friday Night Cocktail

Posted on March 7, 2014 by nicdempsey

I’m still on holiday but saw this last week and it seemed like an appropriate cocktail for today. Also it’s very tasty, easy to make and perfect for cold weather! The Nor’easter What 2 ounces bourbon 1/2 ounce lime juice … Continue reading →

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A walk in the snow

Posted on March 5, 2014 by nicdempsey

Yesterday, it was sunny and not snowing, so despite the cold (it was below freezing) I had a wander around the National Mall. These are the iPhone photos…

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Sunday Music

Posted on March 2, 2014 by nicdempsey

I’ve heard this on the radio twice in two weeks, it’s fate. Bill Withers – Harlem  

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Time Out

Posted on March 1, 2014 by nicdempsey

Hello! If you came here looking for a weekend tasklist, sorry, I’m having this weekend off! All being well, I’ll be on holiday for the next week and enjoying the delights of Washington DC whether it’s snowing or not! If … Continue reading →

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Friday Night Cocktail

Posted on February 28, 2014 by nicdempsey

The idea of something with gin and grapefruit and rosemary has been floating around my head for a while, it’s not a very original idea but I my love of gin is well known and I’ve become slightly obsessed with … Continue reading →

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