North London Food & Culture

Day: 11 May 2012

Free Weekend Special: More Street Fairs Than You Can Chuck A Greased Pig At

You can’t beat the Great British country fete, they cry to us city dwellers. A stroll to the village green for colourful maypole dancing. Jolly Punch & Judy show. Cream tea and locally-caught fish ‘n chips for supper. Or how about a half hour drive to a muddy field, where a selection of unstable fairground …

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The Olive Diaries: Meet Amelie, our new 9 year old critic

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Who says nepotism is dead? Today we’re delighted to announce our 9 year old god-daughter, Amelie, as The Kentishtowner’s prodigious new columnist. Amelie likes rabbits, stickers, dancing, and letter writing. She’s proud of her 6 award badges including one as school Eco Captain. And larks, she has even held the Olympic torch. But food is …

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North London Food & Culture

Day: 11 May 2012

Free Weekend Special: More Street Fairs Than You Can Chuck A Greased Pig At

The Olive Diaries: Meet Amelie, our new 9 year old critic