Category: Lostmans Journal

Thai Coconut Lime Chicken

I’ve never been to Thailand, but it’s on the list! I found this recipe online, have prepared it several times for my family, and my mother has requested the recipe so I’m putting it on here, as per the code of pettiness. You can… Continue Reading “Thai Coconut Lime Chicken”

True Story Tuesday: Cheeky England

Present day me is very much a quick planner when it comes to travel. Given a couple of hours I can plan a vacation. Given a credit card I can have it booked and ready to go within the day. I also have a… Continue Reading “True Story Tuesday: Cheeky England”

Let’s Get Rid of Pay-Toilets Please!

I had the inspiration for this article while I was writing last Friday’s destination piece about Camden Market. Check it out if you haven’t already, it’s a little guide to one of my favourite places on earth. I love the shops, the products, the… Continue Reading “Let’s Get Rid of Pay-Toilets Please!”

Introducing … The Tulips!

This story starts in the Netherlands, when I discovered that tulips are kind of weirdly awesome. Yeah, I know, but hear me out! The original tulips come from the mountains and steppes of the Middle East, and were gathered and bred to fill the… Continue Reading “Introducing … The Tulips!”

The Heart Attack in Brussels Centraal Train Station

Night was making it’s slow, stead ascent into the town of Brussels; the last light from the sun mere slivers upon the edges of the tallest buildings. The blue dusk gave the town a sort of fairy tale glow and I couldn’t help but… Continue Reading “The Heart Attack in Brussels Centraal Train Station”

Mexican Rice

While this isn’t a recipe I had in Mexico, it is delicious, especially when served with guacamole and sour cream. The great thing about it is that you can substitute almost anything in this recipe, take things out, add it, and change it around… Continue Reading “Mexican Rice”