Holy Grail and Beekeepers In Valencia

 Holy Grail and Beekeepers in Valencia

 

Every amateur student of the Grail (Last Supper Chalice) legends knows that, if one is faced with a choice of potential Grails, never choose the ornate one. The Indiana Jones films instruct us that this would be a lethal error, should one drink from it in pursuit of immortal life. Rather, the true life-giving Grail is a humble earthenware cup, suitable for a last supper in unpretentious circumstances.

Is Ronda "neat"? Cadiz, the Old City

Ronda- a far from “neat” history; Cadiz- a bit like Venice; but then not

“It’s a neat town”, said a member of an American tour party sitting nearby. “Neat”, applied to Ronda, probably translates as “dramatic, well-preserved, easily navigated on foot, and with good facilities for visitors”.  All true. But to an English ear, “neat” also suggests “tidy” or even “tame”. Applied to Ronda’s recent history, very much untrue.