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Food and Drink – the way to the expat’s heart…

Infographic showing how UK production now accounts for less than 50% of the full English breakfast

The full English breakfast?

“The overly generous combo of bacon, eggs, black pudding, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, toast and a mug of tea has set the honest working men of Britain up for the day and dampened hangovers since time immemorial. Whilst other nations may have equally gluttonous morning menus, there’s something peculiarly unique about a full English breakfast that can’t be emulated anywhere in the world.” Or can it? Jamie Waddell comes up with a few shocking food facts that might make you choke on your cornflakes…

Coffee-house by the Ortaköy Mosque, Constantinople by Ivan Aivazovsky

Seven cities with amazing café cultures

“If you’re a coffee aficionado, you can appreciate when a city has an amazing café culture. If you’re looking to discover a range of delightful coffee shops, a wide selection of unique coffee, and a chance to soak up the local culture, here’s my vote for the top seven cities with amazing café cultures.” Nate looks at seven great cities around the world for coffee-lovers to get their fix.

Culinary infidelity with a Japanese Chef

“I first spotted the Japanese Chef in Allders. There it was hanging up beside all the other Cooks & Co knives, its gleaming broad eight-inch blade inviting me to take a closer look. Who could resist?” Kay succumbs to temptation from a good-looking bit of rough!