I haven't forgotten the Tillerman Beatles challenge but further research is needed. I've never really got into them in a big way but no doubt that's what Wikipedia is for.
In the meantime here are some borrowed themes. From Baydog some fresh dived scallops - not as fancy preparation as his, but my philosophy is you should spend longer cleaning than cooking them, and here are quickly seared and then served simply with good quality bacon and green beans.
For the Bursledon Blog here is a picture of the South Bank, where coincidently both of were some time this afternoon:
Finally for all Americans, here is the view your President will see sometime tomorrow on his way to this rather good B&B in central London:
Top tip for house guests: if you do want to talk to Philip about Pippa, do wait until ER along with the other ladies have left the room!