Diffidence /ˈdɪfɪd(ə)ns/ noun Meaning Shyness or modesty, resulting from a lack of confidence Etymology Latin. Diffidentia, Diffidere. “mistrust, distrust, want of confidence” “to mistrust, lack of confidence” Estimated First Use c. 1400 Example The youth sat […]
Taking Bookatable’s offer to enjoy three courses at Gillray’s Steakhouse & Bar One morning a dear friend of mine pinged across Booktable’s latest Star Deal to visit Gillray’s Steakhouse & Bar. With recommendations flying at […]
Capricious /kəˈprɪʃəs/ adjective Meaning Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour. / Changing according to no discernible rules; unpredictable. Origin Italian. capricieux/capriccioso > capricious Etymology humorous Estimated First Use 1590s
Sweet Potato…Brownies? For the longest time the concept of using sweet potato in baking really intrigued me. I had to try it, and what better way is there than baking indulgent, sweet potato brownies? I […]
Avarice /ˈav(ə)rɪs/ noun Meaning Extreme greed for wealth or material gain Origin Latin. Avarus > Avaritia > Avarice Etymology Greedy
With the countless articles, blogs, travel apps, social posts, and word-of-mouth recommendations flying at us everyday, I found myself trying to list and keep track of hotspots I really wanted visit. The reality is, it’s […]
Don't be distracted by criticism. Remember the only taste of success some people get is to take a bite out of youZig Ziglar
Rapt /rapt/ adjective Meaning Completely fascinated or absorbed by what one is seeing or hearing. Origin Latin. Rapere > Raptus > Rapt Etymology Transported by religious feeling
For the longest time I have been enviously following Dominique Ansel on Instagram – poring over photos of cronuts, tarts, and other confectionary delights from his various establishments across the globe. Wandering London during the […]
Insight is not a lightbulb that goes off inside our heads. It is a flickering candle that can easily be snuffed out.Michael GladwelL
