Banyan Newcastle

 

Banyan restaurant next to Grey's Monument in Newcastle was visited by us in September. It was not busy but we were warned that the food may take half an hour before it could be served. Food was good. Worth a visit if you have plenty of time on your hands.

Bletchley Park photos

 

In September we visited Bletchley Park, the British wartime intelligence factory that broke the enigma codes used by the Germans. This is a selection of photos from the day we spent there.

Persian Restaurant, Newcastle

 

We were in Newcastle city centre recently. Our destination was the Persian Restaurant in Marlborough Crescent. Prices were competitive but the quality of the food was good. Worth a visit.

Mediterraneo, Kings Cross

 

Another post from my recent trip to London. We were staying in our usual hotel in Kings Cross and the Mediterraneo Italian restaurant was only a 10 minute walk away. (112 Kings Cross Road, WC1X 9DS)

Staff were friendly and efficient. We stayed for 2 courses (a few days in London and you feel rather fully): starter and main. An enjoyable meal.

Photos from the Imperial War Museum

 

Earlier this month I was on my 4th visit to London this year. We spent half a day at the Imperial War Museum, looking at the First World War and Second World War galleries. I've got plenty of video I filmed on the visit but below are some of the photos I took.

Bella Italia, Brighton

 

I was in  Brighton for four days in September. Bella Italia was one of the restaurants I visited for dinner. Pleasant meal - caesar salad followed by cheesecake. 

Tyneside Cinema

 

We have picked up a habit of making regular visits to the Tyneside Cinema in Newcastle. It is run by a charity and shows many of the classic films of the past. We were there a week ago to watch a double horror bill - The Fly and American Werewolf in London.

The bar cafe here is popular and busy but our order for food (see burger below) was prepared quickly. We didn't try the cocktail bar, Vicolo, but perhaps that's something for another day.