To Bubble or to Squeak?
Traditional Bubble and Squeak has been around for many years; it was a way of using up vegetables after a roast dinner to create a meal for the next day. It was a staple for the working classes for many generations, usually eaten at supper time on Mondays, the only exception would be on Boxing…
Keep readingThe Battle of Britain – so long ago
We are fast approaching the 85th anniversary of the end of the Battle of Britain, so named by Sir Winston Churchill in a House of Commons speech where he indicated that the Battle of France was ended, and the Battle of Britain was about to begin. He also coined the phrase ‘The Few’ who were…
Keep readingChristmas means Brussels Sprouts!
I know it’s early but…are you Christmas ready? Good preparation prevents poor performance, all round the households of Kent we are just getting through the August Bank Holiday weekend and then it all starts in earnest. In 3 weeks, the swallows will be heading south and trees starting to change colour, it’s all downhill to…
Keep readingThe Letters is now out on Kindle!
The Letters is now available on Amazon and Kindle unlimited, released on 4th May 2025 it can reach a wider audience. Here is a quick link! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0F7HF8VDF/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=254ZR194BK15C&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VvXTFPMoOqrIFH3YkTGJUA.JEKcEs8sz3bK-x2cudcJmI0GEwiokQ815zfeUzCxBT8&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+letters+john+f+bennett&qid=1746514525&sprefix=the+letters+john+f+bennett%2Caps%2C82&sr=8-1
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