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You certainly can. Amongst the many dedicated souvenir shops are loads of great shops, pita gyros outlets, delicatessens & the wonderful music museum (it’s on the edge but so worth a visit to the home of the historic Corfu Philharmonic. And if you love cooking or you know someone who does, seek...

Pastitsada is terrific. Traditionally made with rooster (chicken probably more likely) cooked with a special mix of spices in a tomato sauce, served with bucatini & graviera cheese garnish. It’s not unduly spicy but it’s rich & lovely. Can also be served using veal or beef. Bourdeto is a spicy...

People everywhere are bad drivers. Italian motorways are terrifying. Corfu, where I am isn’t particularly different. Drivers use mobile devices all the time. They drive recklessly, trying to beat everyone else. Why? Because they’re stupid. Dangerous driving causes horrific crashes, but still...

We bought our house on Corfu to escape to somewhere lovely from the misery of Brexit. Having a residency biometric helps us feel part of what we voted to remain with. Corfu’s green all year round, full of lovely, welcoming people. If you want to learn Greek, go for it. They’ll help you but it’s...

Several times, no thanks to idiot Boris Johnson. Finally driving down on Tuesday, provided he hasn’t pissed off the EU countries we’re travelling through