So you want to know about Eurovision? Where? The final is held in the country of the previous years winner. There have been exceptions to this rule however usually due to the expense. Hosting doesn't come cheap. Do countries try not to win because of the expense? hmm UK I'm looking at you 😉 The … Continue reading Eurovision basics
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S-Bahn exploring – Beautiful Backnang
An S-bahn is a Stadtschnellbahn (city fast railway literally), these (in addition to other train, tram and bus services) serve not only the city centre but also connect the suburbs and nearby towns and are efficient and cheap ways to travel a region and commute to work. Driving into Stuttgart Mitte is something to avoid … Continue reading S-Bahn exploring – Beautiful Backnang
Faschingsdienstag…
...or Pancake Day in this little corner of Britishness that is our apartment. Shrove Tuesday is the day when every self respecting British persons meal plan involves a whole heap of delicious pancakes. English pancakes, so delightfully thin (think crepes) doused in lemon juice and sugar, Scotch pancakes with butter and honey or American pancakes … Continue reading Faschingsdienstag…