isle of wight garlic festival

The Garlic Festival

It seems odd at first – an entire festival dedicated to a cooking ingredient. But when you start to learn more, it all makes sense…

ventnor fringe festival

On the Isle of Wight’s fringe

In a small coastal community on the Isle of Wight, a group of young locals set up a festival for something to do. In five years, it’s grown into a premier event.

second line new orleans

The Second Line

One of the great musical traditions of New Orleans – a Second Line parade – is not something to be missed. Here’s my photo essay of all the action.

satchmo summerfest

What a wonderful world festival!

This celebration of Louis Armstrong takes the best of the man – his music, his city, his creativity – and turns it into a wonderful New Orleans festival!

rebuilding new orleans after katrina

Rebuilding New Orleans

A decade after Hurricane Katrina hit, the recovery continues in New Orleans. I meet some of the volunteers who have travelled to the city to help.