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Gin – an English institution?

I had a belief that gin or the classic G and T was about as English as it comes. I thought it was right up there with things like Toad-in-the-hole, Morecombe and Wise and beaches at the seaside devoid of … Continue reading

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The National Cask Ale Week, Day 3

Bombardier Bombardier, which people will either pronounce “Bom-baard-ee-ey” or “Bom-ber-deer”, has become synonymous with St. George’s Day and all that is Quintessentially English. The actual name Bombardier refers to a rank used in artillery units in the armies of Commonwealth … Continue reading

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