Recent droughts in Europe once again made visible the "Hunger Stones" in some Czech and German rivers. These stones were used to mark desperately low river levels that would forecast famines. This one, in Elbe river, is from 1616 and says: "If you see me, cry"
#archaeohistories
@jayrayner1 my last supper (currently) - burrata with perfectly ripe tomatoes, seafood chowder from Queenstown NZ and also chips from a French bistro. Washed down with a few French 75s 🥂
I steer clear of all controversy (it's not good for the digestion) but I do love an anagram & via the Chief Crossword Compiler for The Times I hear that a
Telegraph compiler has turned:
STAY ALERT; CONTROL THE VIRUS; SAVE LIVES ...
into:
EASILY SURVIVES TRAVEL NORTH TO CASTLE ...
So @Tesco say that they could remove plastic packaging tomorrow if it was the right thing to do. I think it’s the right thing to do. I reckon @itsanitarani thinks it’s the right thing to do. What do YOU think? #WarOnPlastic#OurPlasticFeedback
Q: How do you avoid becoming complacent with success?
"When we win we always ask: but did we play to our full potential? Could we have done better?
Always strive for the 'perfect' game to keep improving" - @V_Cornborough#Accelerate2019
Really fantastic day of insight and eureka moments from #Accelerate2019 with @O2 & @e_nation, especially the #redroses talking about resilience!
Best advice so far - ‘work out what one habit can you start today that will have the most impact on your business/life’@SimonAlexanderO