Category Archives: Random ramblings

The Chavez Deception

Posted on March 22, 2013 by pieandgravy

The death of Hugo Chávez on the 5th of March sent shock waves all over the world.  The reaction was, of course, completely polarised. While floods of Venezuelans took to the streets of Caracas to mourn their beloved comandante, other … Continue reading →

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Revolution in the air

Posted on November 15, 2012 by pieandgravy

Do you get the feeling that people are getting more and more angry of late, and are refusing to sit back and accept what their government tells them? All over Europe, austerity measures are being put in place leaving a … Continue reading →

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If you tolerate this…

Posted on October 24, 2012 by pieandgravy

“If You Tolerate This Then Your Children Will Be Next” is one of my all time favourite songs written by Wales’ very own Manic Street Preachers. This song was inspired by the Spanish Civil War which was fought between Franco’s … Continue reading →

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Dale Designs: Game of Thrones shoes # 2

Posted on October 18, 2012 by pieandgravy

These are the second pair of shoes that I have designed with the help of my wonderful boyfriend, Alejandro.  I would like to thank him for introducing me to this new hobby and sharing one of his many talents with … Continue reading →

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Who needs Greggs anyway?

Posted on April 3, 2012 by pieandgravy

So this week’s new budget saw a 2o% VAT put on hot pies and pasties in the UK.  The “pasty tax” has caused outcry amongst the British public, not least, the angry readership of the Sun newspaper who have started … Continue reading →

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One from the gallery (part 4)

Posted on December 4, 2011 by pieandgravy

I’m afraid it’s been a while since I’ve been in touch. I’m currently lacking a memory card for my camera and awaiting its delivery from Europe in about a week. On top of that, I’ve spent the last week rolling … Continue reading →

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“Ahhh mens” a tribute to Cristina Davidel

Posted on October 29, 2011 by pieandgravy

When you move to a new place and you don’t know anybody and barely speak the language it’s can be very isolating. This was how I felt when I first moved to Catania in September 2010. A little lost. Then … Continue reading →

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T-E-C-S stands for fun!

Posted on September 18, 2011 by pieandgravy

My 3rd summer at TECS has given me management experience, the chance to stay at the Hotel Alardos in the most beautiful part of Spain I’ve ever visited and an opportunity to explore my independence and push my capabilities to … Continue reading →

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Arrive’derci Catania

Posted on May 24, 2011 by pieandgravy

With only three weeks left in Sicily I’ve started to think about the things that I’m going to miss when I leave especially knowing that realistically speaking I’ll probably never return to this place. Here are some of the memories … Continue reading →

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A hidden gem

Posted on May 2, 2011 by pieandgravy

Catello Ursino can be easily missed when walking around Catania, but just 2 minutes off the beaten track emerges this beautifully cylindrical fort in amongst the houses and restaurants. When the castle was first built in around 1250, it was … Continue reading →

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