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Yeah, so the Channel Islands aren’t part of England (nor is Northern Ireland, obviously). Jersey does have its own unique libertarian...

I’m starting to think this mysterious ex mother in law of yours was from Wisconsin.

I use Worcestershire as part of a marinade for any tougher cut of beef. My posh English MIL pronounces it Wuh-ster-sheer though. I hear...

Same. While Wheel of time is top of the list for series i won't touch, same goes for most books that i discover after there are already...

What I find quite odd is when I’m looking at Kindle daily deals or other book deals and they’re offering #4 in a fantasy series for £1...

Same here in Vancouver. (Narrows eyes) Well, I’m sure the garden needs it. (We don’t have a garden.)

Tipping it down earlier

Similarly, Worcestershire (pronounced “Wooster”) sauce is a condiment. You add a few drops to something you’re seasoning, like the top...

HP sauce is not the same type of thing. It’s in the ketchup category. Marmite is in the spreadables category. Like marmalade and stuff.

There is always hp

Read The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Vampires by Grady Hendrix, as recommended by this thread. It was great, delightful in places...

Gosh, discussing the merits and uses of Marmite is the most British thing ever. (Not Vegemite, that’s Australian.)

You don't want to leave some crusty Marmite for the next lad... I get it. Is this the universal serving style for Marmite? This is the...

I quite like it, but I don't love or hate it! It's... fine.

Are we taking over this thread??? Is this our Boston Tea Party moment? Although I do enjoy scones. And I was informed by my Jersey...