“….it’s the only thing in nearly 70 yrs I have ever wanted…..”

Really…….?.:confused::p:diablo::diablo:

Here’s a thought – syrup of figs with a drizzle of brilliantine on top.

What vintage is your Landy, Linc? Is a “proper” Landy?

Yes it was a distinctive smell… Would you consider a swap for a tin of Brilliantine?

Ohh, no – brilliantine slides down the throat so smoothly……..and straight out the other end!!:diablo:

I see nothing in this thread so far that would trouble the moderators so let’s drop the curtain-twitching, shall we?

Hang on…….. you mean that was a hat?

Ye Gods! 😮

No, it wasn’t. I have it on good authority – none other than Mrs SH herself – that it was a “fascinator”!! Yes, I know……..don’t ask!:confused:

Indeed – from the Telegraph last year:

“SIR – I have learned this week of the sad demise of bloater paste. The last supplier, Shippam’s, now owned by Princes, has informed me that its production has been discontinued.

It is a sad day for connoisseurs of this great-smelling little spread, with a special taste that I grew up with.

I have one small jar left. Should I eat it, sell it on eBay or donate it to a museum? “

Googling might reveal a secret source. For any who have never tasted it – you are in for a surprise!!:diablo:

What a grim story!:(:(

Ah, timber of course – that makes a lot of sense. I’ve been across that bridge a few times……………..:)