Phew - what a Winter! But you may not have noticed the gloomy weather if you’ve been a regular visitor to Pomeroy’s lately. Extraordinary hustle and bustle around here! All through the dark nights, the kitchen’s been cracking along and the Mid-Winter Xmas banquets have gone off big time – so much so Ava’s dad, Des, and his wife, Jo, came down for a visit and to help out. Back in June ‘Meet The Brewers’ was an occasion to remember (if you can) for the opportunity to taste hand-pulled Oyster Stout and to rub up against many of the geniuses responsible for your favourite brews. Put it this way, they were very genial! In July and August, well-attended wine and beer tastings were notable for the extravagance of both their food and drink, and many of you have been raving about the live music line-up of late. It’s all about the pursuit of happiness…

 Descartes walks into a bar and the barman says “Would you like a beer?” Descartes replies “I think not” and POOF he disappears. Laughter is the best medicine and a powerful antidote to stress, pain, grief and conflict. When laughter is shared it binds people together, boosts energy and mood, diminishes pain and has a beneficial effect on hearts and arteries. Lord love a duck!