An expat Brit in South Australia
Originally posted on Mara Eastern:
Unless you’re Czech, you’ll be surprised to find that we Czechs have one of the weirdest sets of Christmas traditions ever. They range from tampering with dangerous chemicals (lead pouring), through animal cruelty (carp in the bathtub), to becoming a Christian for one day (atheists attending the midnight mass). Preparations…
Little compares with the fun and sophistication of a winery music festival. None more so than a Day on the Green at wine legend Peter Lehman’s Barossa Valley vineyard in Tanunda. Sadly Peter is no longer with us but his legacy lives on. Situated in a natural amphitheatre in full view of the vines, this
It was a windy day for a barbecue by the lake but all the umbrellas were securely tethered- or so we thought… Without warning a huge gust came and something large and winged flew past my face. An umbrella roof bound. No worries though, as you can always rely on the practical skills of Aussies.
Dr D in Oz 