miss b's quote

'I haven't been everywhere yet but it's on my list' Susan Sontag

Wednesday 23 May 2012

miss b loves.....'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen'.......the film!


Don't be put off by the title........there's much more to this film than fishing!! Starring Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt and Kristin Scott Thomas, this is a British romantic comedy-drama from the director of Chocolat and the screenwriter of Slumdog Millionaire.......

Thursday 17 May 2012

miss b loves..........frittata


I'm a huge fan of frittata and Spanish tortilla - it's perfect for a quick, tasty lunch or midweek meal. I picked up a recipe leaflet in Sainsbury's for this new potato, watercress and bacon version which is packed with fresh seasonal produce........ 

Thursday 10 May 2012

miss b loves....the Dubai Metro




The Dubai Metro is driverless and the world's longest fully automated metro network - 75kms. Most of the metro is elevated and provides amazing views of Dubai's spectacular skyscraper architecture.


The metro station architects, Aedas were asked to design an innovative, iconic  structure reflecting Dubai's ancient traditions and finally agreed on a beautiful shell form inspired by the diving and pearl fishing heritage which led to Dubai's early prosperity. The roofs of all the stations are an illuminescent shell.............


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Thursday 3 May 2012

miss b loves..........espadrilles


I have always loved espadrilles ever since I bought my first traditional pair from the local village store in Les Eglisottes, north of Bordeaux, during one of my earliest visits (aged 14) to my French friend's house - they were very similar to these .........


ropeysoles.com

Now of course they come in all fabrics and designs including platforms and wedges. I couldn't resist this pair last summer from Vincci in Dubai. I like the neutral canvas, navy and white striped interior and the cute bow at the back .......They have hardly been worn as, once back in the UK, the rainy summer didn't really  lend itself to wearing them........

This year there are florals, stripes, pastels, suede.........and I've spotted a few favourites.....................
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