Life on the Edge
Blog URL http://lifefromtheedge.blogspot.com/
Located London, London United Kingdom
Tags travel, health, beauty, food, art, culture, lifestyle, comment
From a former media 'tart' (in the nicest possible sense) a look at all the wonders of the world I encounter. Often gently inspired, sometimes riled, always truthful.
Latest Blog Posts
- Sicily's Rubbish... on Nov 4, 2009 in Life on the Edge rubbish Erice inspiration tidiness cleanliness Sicily
I found the parts of Sicily I visited to be exemplary as far as cleanliness was concerned, contrary to reports I'd heard from acquaintances who'd visited last year.This street bin in Erice was in keeping with its surroundings - almost a work of art -...
- Discreet Charms of Castelvetrano on Nov 2, 2009 in Castelvetrano Life from the Edge charms sculpture amethyst Sicily interiors
This appealing sculpture is sited directly in front of the Police station. Such charm and elegance... I was also impressed to see that it was a meeting place for local teenagers - imagine that happening closer to home!Impressive architectural detail...
- Food for Thought in Castelvetrano on Nov 1, 2009 in grappa Castelvetrano Marmara Asking directions Life from the Edge dialect Sicilia Lu Disiu local amethyst Sicily Selinunte
I enjoyed this perfectly grilled local (Selinunte-caught) marmara, for lunch, at renowned foodie hotspot Lu Disiu. Not the most obvious place to find, it's located down an alleyway by the side of supermarket Conad. I'm not sure how easily I would h...
- Relaxing in unspoilt Selinunte... on Oct 30, 2009 in Life on the Edge Sicilia la Conchiglia amethyst unspoilt Sicily Selinunte
It's not just the magnificent ruins that make a trip to Selinunte worthwhile and memorable. The glorious beach, marina and naturally unspoilt ambience are increasingly rare gems.A sweep of pristine golden sand, a welcoming bar, lack of crowds and an...
- Ancient Unmissable Selinunte... on Oct 29, 2009 in unmissable temples carthaginian impressive views archaeology Life from the Edge Panorama Sicilia ancient ruins Selinunte Sicily
If you're ever in the vicinity of Selinunte, don't miss-out on a visit to the magnificent site of the largest archaeological ruins in Europe. Built by the Carthaginians, the temples are known only by initials and range from the impressive, relativel...
- Wonders of Erice - the great and the small... on Oct 27, 2009 in churches dolce travel ceramics cherubs chiese pinnacle madonna and child Erice gold-embroidered Life from the Edge Eryx torri pepoli Sicilia above-the-clouds amethyst Sicily
The perfect way to get the full perspective on the splendours of magnificent, mediaevel Erice is to buy the one day pass - for five euros - that will allow you access to all the churches and the museum.I instantly fell for the beautiful, ancient chur...
- The quiet pleasures of Castelvetrano on Oct 21, 2009 in piazza square Castelvetrano Life from the Edge duomo sleepy october gentle Sicilia fountain Sicily garden
Picture the scene, early October, the sun is shining infusing the town with a perfectly temperate 30 degrees. You've just enjoyed a deliciously healthy lunch of the freshest grilled local fish preceded by a colourful antipasti platter.Contented and...
