Hey Pesto! - Narrowboat Canal Life - Episode 92

[@myhillslife27]

Australia the same with pies..🦘🇦🇺👍 Same here Fran men and pies at the pub haha.. Fran "it's not weaving is it?" Too funny 😂

[@diannedutton6127]

I would have gladly waited 20mins for the pies!! You're in no hurry.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

At the time, Covid restrictions were tight and we couldn't really just stand around waiting

[@janicegilliland6253]

An American here. I adore pub pies. Nothing better! 😋

[@julietteboser1202]

This Canadian vegan loves tomato pie. Absolutely delicious with asparagus, garlic, mushrooms, chopped onion and kale sautéed then add nutritional yeast and put in my home made vegan pie crust with my homemade cashew cream cheese spread on the bottom and sliced tomatoes on top to roast to their hearts content for about an hour in a 375 F degree oven. Oh boy. Nootch is a staple in my kitchen. Try it on popcorn too.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Oh my goodness that sounds wonderful

[@frankwilson8782]

Hi, lovely video, you past our old boat GENIE , which we lived on for 7yrs. Loved the life, now living in Ballycastle Northern Ireland, have fun painting. 👍

[@franpike272]

Hi Frank. We are still moored quite close to Genie, so as I pass I will look out for the new owners and have a chat with them about the boat. Thank you for your comment Fran x

[@uknick]

I've been following you guys and your adventures for a while, but I've now got my partner Kim watching your weekly VLOG - she's always been resistant to my dreams of narrow boats, camper vans, camping etc, but she likes your perspective on life (particularly Fran's cooking) and maybe, just maybe you're winning her around!! Well done and keep them coming.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Nice one Nick. Kim resistance is futile 😀

[@lindataylor6835]

thank you for taking us on your little adventure to the little town , more of that please ,interesting architecture etc . i'm a big fan of the stone walls ,stone works of any kind . again thank you !

[@FloatingOurBoat]

There is plenty of that to see around here

[@ktmmac]

Fran and Rich, Myself and Sarah have spent our lockdown coffee breaks catching up on your every episode of your VLOG's, we have found them entertaining and informative so thanks for that. You are a great couple and have opened up a new way of thinking to us and where our future lies. We have booked a rental boat at the end of September to give it a go and we'll see from there. Sarah has just baked the first bread to your recipe, smells great! We look forward to the next episode.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Colin. Thank you so much and thank you for watching. Hope he holiday works out well for you and enjoy the bread x

[@leewalsh1666]

I find you'd channel very relaxing. You seem such a lovely couple. God bless you both

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Lee, glad you enjoy it

[@michaelhibbert4393]

Glad to see you guys safe and well....enjoyed the vlog....beautiful bird song....think I would have stopped for the pies 🤣🤣🤣😕🥟🥟🥟....Regards Mick

[@mal_752]

Another fabulous vlog. Loved every second. Archie and little Jess featured a lot. Loved their duck watching stint. The Middlewood Way..my favourite place to walk. Will be there after this lockdown ends. Love to see you all again. 😀👍🐕🐕

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Malcolm, they would be happy spending every minute of every day watching ducks. They never get bored and they hate it when they see us feeding them from the side hatch.

[@maobfh]

Americans eat savory pies. Onion pie, chicken pot pie, beef pie. Mushroom pie. Turkey pie. Odd but maybe they forgot? Sweet potato pie is a sweet pie in the US. Very southern and fixed much like pumpkin pie. Did you know that you can cut some Queen Anne’s Lace flowers in water with food coloring and the blooms will change to the color in the water? Little children do that for a fun summer activity. It is all around where I live. I didn’t grow up around it so have never done it myself. Professional chefs keep those hand blenders in their kitchen and prefer them to food processors because they can put them right in the pot. They will do most anything you ask them to do. That’s a nice looking chimney!! Great video!! Thanks

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ah didn't know that about queen Anne's lace. Thank you

[@pilpelet100]

The pesto looks great. I make one with coriander, basil, garlic, olive oil and a pinch of salt. Also very good. Sorry for the loss of your friend. My condolences.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Sounds lovely

[@brianrayment5019]

Meat Pies, Now you are talking Dogs eye with mushy peas, food from Down Under, please enjoy🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤. What beautiful countryside

[@waltercolby8751]

Fran, make your own sourdough starter... in 5 days you’ll have an endless supply of your own Constanza yeast. You’ll never go back to store bought!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I'll look into it, thank you x

[@markbutton3886]

Hi Fran & Rich glad to see you are coping well you both look great. I enjoy cooking so it's fascinating to see the adaption Fran you have from the English countryside. I'm missing England at the minute it's stinking hot now as we go into summer, I so wanted this year to be my own start to my canal boat life. Thank you for brightening my lockdown curfew day. All the best Mark & Hedgewick

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Mark. Such a shame that your plans have been halts. Let's hope it's over soon.

[@ChrisandShell]

Good to see you both out in Bolly, lovely place. Thanks for the Pesto recipe... will definitely be trying that.... stay safe xxx❤️🌱💚

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thoroughly recommend it

[@gloriapeterson7772]

Your vlogs make you feel as close as our next door neighbors. Enjoy your simple recipes but my husband says"where's the meat?" After almost 50 years of marriage, we are still "floating our boat" here in Raleigh NC. Blessings going your way.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Gloria. You can add bacon to nearly anything I think. That should keep him happy.x

[@stevehoare6378]

Hi Fran and Rich, another lovely vlog....definitely going to try the pesto...! You are too polite and patient with those pig ignorant cyclists, hurtling along at that speed....much more polite and patient than I would be...stay safe both...Steve and Sue...🍷🍷

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We were filming Steve! 😂😂

[@KatrinaGressett]

We totally have pot pies (savory meat filled) and quiche (egg pie) here in the states. Pot pies are delicious!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

They sound lovely

[@vivlocke2694]

Really loved the walk to the village. I'm not sure the English realise how pretty their villages are. This was a really enjoyable adventure. Thank you so much.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Viv, I think many people do take our villages for granted. There are so many unspoilt places along the canals, it's one of the things we love about this life.

[@brigittedossor8167]

Hugs to you for your friend 😘. Funny about the chimney but a new good looking one. I always look forward to your vlog as it feels very normal. Plus you are managing your life your way.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Brigitte. We never met Tony but he was an avid watcher and supporter of our channel

[@AussieInUS]

Nice video guys. Been bingewatching over the past week. I'm Australian living in US and soooooo miss the meat pie, pastie and sausage rolls. Gotta make it yourself if you want one but not always the same as a corner bakery. I enjoy your channel, thanks.

[@AndyJarman]

How about aluminium gunwhale duck boards stored on the roof and hung from straps from the rooftop handrail? That way you can moor further from the bank and paint both sides ? Boatyards could store and rent them? They might clip together, side by side, to form a decent ridgid gang plank.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Good idea. But it's not too much of s problem. We are by a winding hole so can just turn the boat around when we need to and were in a quieter spot now.

[@lindacockram3851]

so sorry to hear of the sad loss of your friend........i could smell the bakery from here yummy...take good care of yourselves....

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you, We never met Tony but he was an avid viewer of our channel

[@Its_me--Boo_Radley]

I don't know who told you that in the U.S. we only have fruit pies, but that isn't the case. I'm in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and we often have pasties (meat pies) and several stores that sell only pasties. Plus even other dessert pies aren't just fruit pies--pumpkin, pecan, chocolate or coconut or banana cream pies, just to name a few. Your Queen Anne's Lace looks slightly different from ours. It seems to be a big attractor of the Monarch butterfly. Thanks for taking us along for the walk--it was lovely.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I love pecan pie. And now I'm longing for s summer fruit pie. 😋

[@Its_me--Boo_Radley]

@Jennifer Blane Cherry is my favorite fruit pie too. Traverse City in Michigan grows 75% of all the tart cherries in the U.S. and is known as "The Cherry Capital".

[@courtenaybarber2555]

Nice to poke about Bollington with you. Yes, a piece of pie and a pint is good. Love your dogs. Ultra Creamy Hemp Salad Dressing: 1/2 cup hulled hemp seeds seeds, 1/2 cup H2o, 2 tbsps nutritional yeast, 2 tbsps lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, pinch of salt. Yum. Courtenay

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Courtney, we'll have a go

[@davidminton9937]

Three and half to four miles for pies! Lol 😂 you must be very hungry indeed. Enjoy.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That was the round trip and we did supermarket shopping too so all was not lost x

[@lucybarnes7412]

Thank you for the dedication to my Dad. He loved your vblog. My husband, our baby boy and I have started watching now too. xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you for your message Lucy. It was absolutely our honour to dedicate this to your dad and we're so glad you are able to watch with happy memories of him. Sending our love to you all. Fran and Rich xx

[@Maggs-2248]

Cabbage pie was my favorite my russian grandmother use to make

[@FloatingOurBoat]

sounds interesting

[@dannygawley]

Better luck next time with those pies.enjoyed watching your walk along the river.two lovely dogs you have.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you. They can also be very naughty though🙄

[@hmarc417]

Hello there should be some heather and babies breath too coolz. So glad to see you OUT AND ABOUT. lovely just lovely...:-)

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We should be able to go walking on the hills soon. Plenty of heather there.

[@geoffconway8077]

Fab video. For the first time I watched it with headphones on. Absolutely brilliant. The sound of the birds, panting dogs and even your footsteps on the towpath. Just lovely to listen to. So many thanks. However adding things like nutritional yeast to food sounds more like a science experiment than cooking to me. But as they say, don't knock it till you've tried it. Keep on keeping on!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I understand what you mean about nutritional yeast. It doesn't sound appetising does it, but it is a natural product and really cheese making is a bit of a science experiment itself. It is good and dairy free so we're happy.

[@qiajenaehamilton6638]

My condolences for your friend. He's just older than me & since my recent surgery I do think more of my passing. Had to take care of all that b4 I went in. Blessings. On a more cheerful note, you both always take us on such fun, informative, & delightful journeys. Maybe next time you can call in & place an order with the pie place, so they have it ready for you. I loved all the shots & Fran, as ever, your foraging recipes are fantastic! Thanks so much to you both & woofs to Archie & Jess! Peace, Q

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you. We never met Tony but he was an avid watcher and supporter of the channel. Such a shame.

[@kenborgers637]

Hi! Enjoying your channel; subscribed and have watched all your videos now. This one inspired me to tell you that we make a really good two-crust vegetable pie: in the bottom crust, put a cup and a half of cooked rice, topped by a thin layer of cheese of your choice; on top of that a layer of cooked spinach; a bit more cheese; sautéed mushrooms and onions; a bit more cheese; a grated carrot; and a sliced tomato. Then put the top crust on and cook about half an hour at 400 degrees F. Yummy! Stay safe and keep up the great work! Your fans in southern California, Ken and Kitten Borgers

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Ken. That pie sounds gorgeous, I might have to try it.

[@larrycounce4509]

Well done addressing pies.

[@aliciaking2464]

Great to see u all,(doggies of course to),it’s pretty scenes,going for a walk to the shops as well,dogs certainly had heaps of energy to burn off,.i was looking forward to yr video and got excited to see it appear .😍,it certainly helping in lockdown to see the pretty English countryside and villages.thank u and take care👋

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@paulayala4816]

We here in the states also know about pies. Yes we have our fruit pies, my favorites our: boysenberry, olallieberry, and strawberry. We also have our beef, and chicken pies and not too far away is a little shop where it is all they make. During the holiday season they also make a very good turkey pie. When the weather is cold, "which here in southern California is not very often", I like to make a cottage pie and what I call taco pie which is mildly seasoned ground beef or steak, covered with cornbread, then served with tomatoes, shredded cheese and shredded lettuce. It seems I was not the only one who could not find bread yeast or flour. Today I finally found both, but quite literally the last jar of yeast.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Your taco pie sounds delicious. I need a cornbread recipe!

[@LindaPenney]

Awesome update my friends

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thanks 👍

[@lyndakarle1060]

Oh boy , that pesto looked very good, I love the way you forage as you go Fran, there are so many weeds etc that you can eat and that are good for you too, I often find something in the garden to add to my salad or my other greens., just love it. regards from Australia.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I thinking is difficult to get healthier food. No chemicals. No plastic. To air miles.

[@Tony-nn3gl]

Love the country side. Stay safe be lucky.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you we will

[@PaulUnderwood345]

'..pies for lunch' -> Eyebrows :-D 0:44

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Rich has very expressive eyebrows xx

[@davidparkyn4716]

Very pretty countryside around where you are,love seeing the stone walls and bridges.Sure wish you had bought a good old steak and kidney pie! although the pasta looked pretty good too,be good to see the painting progress in the next vlog take care and safe travels.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It is lovely countryside here. Hopefully we can take you on some walks soon.

[@kathroscoe8614]

If you're ever in the Preston area you should try butter pies - potato onion and butter. Yummy!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I'm definitely going to try these

[@judirutherford9900]

Chicken pot pie is an American classic!

[@philipdoyle-allen6575]

Hi great video again , we must look out for the wild garlic , our boat has now been put in the water 😀just waiting for gas inspector 😃😃

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Wow, let's hope lock down ends really soon for you.

[@stephengardiner9867]

Actually, I don't really have a liking for "dessert" pies. Steak and kidney has always been a favorite. My old mum used to make it occasionally and I tried my hand at it years later when I was married. My first actual pastry and it WORKED! My late wife was taken somewhat aback. It was rather like history repeating itself as my old dad showed my mum that he could whip up a steak and kidney pie, (a proper one with upper and lower crust). He didn't cook often but when he did, it just seemed to work. Mum was not a natural at this but she did learn.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

My mum taught me to make pastry by touch, never weighing anything and it always works. My dad rarely cooked but always made the Christmas pudding for some reason, unfortunately he didn't pass that skill onto me!

[@ellej6574]

That pesto looks delicious! I just discovered your channel two nights ago and I’m addicted! I watching backwards so I’m going back in time but so informative and interesting! You both have so much knowledge about plants etc! I also love your two little chatty doggies! I now have a passion for Canal life and Longboats but unfortunately I live across the ocean so I’ll have to appreciate from afar. Thanks for creating such great content!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you so much Elle. It is great to know there are prople watching us from all around the world. We are do glad you are joining us on our travels.x

[@paca_bill4863]

Yummy - Nutritional Yeast! Great also on popcorn; gives it a great buttery flavor (of course, nothing beats real butter!) or in some soups.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We have only just discovered it and we love it

[@kdean9537]

Wonderful video...I really love hearing about your recipes...very inspirational! It's always nice to see the dog's enjoying themselves...they are just happiness! That's a nice looking chimney. 👍 Thank you for sharing...stay safe...take really good care! 💖

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you, we will

[@floatybyboaty]

Veggie Pie, wash your mouth out 😂 Steak and Ale for me 💋

[@FrazzledPup]

Jack by the Hedge. Good way to get arrested if you ask me. 🤣😂🤣😂👼

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Naughty!!😂

[@martinkavanagh196]

MMmm - that pesto & salad DID look good .. and so too the new chimney eh. .. Shame about the pies but.. Cheers & Thanks for sharing

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Martin

[@allan010101]

Of course meat pies are wonderful. I made my first corned beef and potato. And then a chicken and mushroom . This Friday I am going to try butter pie. (Potato and onion) I think it was served by Chatholic’s during period of Cromwell. Wish I could find that Mustard and garlic plant in the Seattle area. Thanks for the lovely vlogs.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Butter pie sounds great. I think I may start a pie series.

[@darrengardner2443]

Hi guys new to channel my mum&dad live on a narrow boat they have been for 11 years now they r moored at Adlington in Chorley it’s a great lifestyle they don’t move around much due to ill health but they still ❤️the boat and lifestyle only been watching for a few days great vids keep them coming or yeah just a quick one tuck me 2 weekends to sort out my parents rooftop on boat did for them last year enjoy looking great now hope yours does 2

[@FloatingOurBoat]

You could always come and help us with our roof !!!

[@darrengardner2443]

Floating Our Boat would ❤️too but you’re not family so I can’t sorry 🤣🤣🤣❤️

[@peterpearce2011]

Love your little trip to town, about pies we love chicken and beef pies we can buy them at local food store. Keep safe.

[@dhcrasher1]

The Queen Anne's Lace is commonly called Old Mans Baccy here in Newcastle/Durham where I've lived Fran and Rich 🙂 Really enjoyed this video, thank you both, stay safe xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It seems to have lots of old folklore names including mother die and dead man's flesh. I think I'll stick to queen Anne's lace as it's such a pretty plant.

[@marilynpease8782]

Made pesto yesterday with Italian Parsley and pistachios. It was great! Have you ever picked Queen Anne's Lace and put the blooms in water with food coloring (maybe use beetroot juice). The blooms will turn a lovely pastel color. Thanks for the great videos. They are keeping me sane during this wretched pandemic.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Marilyn, I'll have to give this a go.

[@paullewis6132]

How about an intense flavour, love your vlogs Best to paint in the morning

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Perfect.

[@nesleinf]

Well, it's a pretty chimney 👌😂

[@hmarc417]

Try putting brewers yeast on popcorn ... and a little pepper... YUMMY

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you, we will try that

[@inlinefourtr]

Thanks for that it is after midnight watching you and i am going to eat a second supper now and when i have something the dog has to. You get a paws up from him.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Second suppers are always the best....especially for dogs. X

[@theonetempus]

I like your pesto, looks good. Mortar and pestle work well for the pesto too. I have a mortar made of olive wood I like to make pesto.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I have been looking out for one for ages. Live anything that doesn't need electricity.

[@bonniehall9551]

Lovely walk! Our wildflowers are so similar in US. Love watching what can be eaten🤗. We have ramps, but coming from the city just learning the Mtn ways here. Questions: Are your marmite tea like bouillon? So your meat pies are pouch pies?

[@larrycounce4509]

This American has enjoyed many good meat pies As well as great fishNchips, usually in May before or after the British Falconry Fair. Ive traveled 19 times over and love it there, have looked into buying a canal boat however at age 70 is not the time time to move. I do enjoy watching the videos keep em coming please.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Larry, glad you enjoyed it

[@russianthistleweed4045]

Love te meal.....Please keep sharing info on the plants that you are using in meals and salads!!!! Enjoyng your videos here in Washington DC

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Willbdo

[@bustagutable]

Wow! First viewer, First Like, First comment! That's a first!! Lol! Love you guys from the US! Glad to see you're both doing well and keeping that positive attitude! Good Luck and thanks for the enjoyable videos. ;-)

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you...congratulations on being first xxx

[@mwoo8158]

JHS Pedals good music, love when you take us to town, Old stone buildings love them more than new structures, well behaved puppies great vlog

[@mwoo8158]

Churchill said: " You can always count on Americans to do the right thing--after they've tried everything else!" they stopped at pies

[@FloatingOurBoat]

We love the old buildings too. Hope to show you more after lockdown.

[@mrchairman08]

In Fall River, Massachusetts, we enjoy French meat pies and Hartley’s pork pies. Then again our cuisine is more complete than the rest of the country.

[@patg6930]

Another great video. In these times you are in the best place. Quick question to Fran. If you come back to the East End will you have veggie pie and mash? Not sure i could. Double pie and mash with plenty of liquor and vinegar. Bet i have got you taste buds going. Take care and look forward to next episode. All the best to you both.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I don't think I could have veggie pie and mash, it just wouldn't be right and I might even be tempted to take a day off from being veggie just for the sake of memories.

[@patg6930]

@@FloatingOurBoat Nothing wrong with memories. It's what keeps some of us going. In years to come what is happening today will be memories to most of us but sadly not for others. Heres to a happy future.

[@kevinwhiteley2245]

Devastated seeing Fran leave the bakery pieless. They were probably keeping them to one side for the locals. Keep smiling.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

It's ok. We made our own and they were delicious

[@AdirondackNative51]

Not a pesto fan but I must admit that your pesto looked great. I know you enjoyed it. We do love both the sweet and savory pies so I would be happy to partake of either. My mom would make a French meat pie called a tourtiere which was usually served on Christmas Eve and it was delicious. I’ve tried to duplicate it but to no avail. Sadly enough. My sympathies on the loss of your friend. Still on lockdown here in Michigan USA. I enjoy your vlog as it’s so upbeat and relaxing. Stay safe out there.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

What a shame about your mum's pie recipe. It's always lovely to enjoy flavours from the past.

[@hughcarson6837]

You foot must be getting better, you seem to be walking a lot better. Stay well and safe.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Rich is getting slowly better. We want to do some big walks when lockdown ends

[@allseaing]

Kudos on staying 'strong' at the bakery. (me, I would have cheated a bit, walked away with some other pie, probably apple, just a little secret between me and my maker). I believe, the pie that is a wide favorite with us'n in the States is chicken pot pie. Kentucky Fried Chicken sells lots and lots. Otherwise mince meat pie around the holidays. Ahh, got me lusting after pie now.. And none in the house.. Take care, good luck on the roof. ATP.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Pies...the ultimate comfort food. 😋

[@ozwzrd]

Best way to get ALL the rust down to clean metal: Naval jelly. Works for the Navy...

[@claremaidofthewave251]

Oh wow Jack by the Hedge! I have a lot here in the rented cottage garden, I didn’t know it was edible.....will be adding it to the diet, thank you for the info. We use the yeast flakes, especially the one with added B12. Glad you got your bread flour. I’m still making your bread recipe 🥳👌🏻xx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Good luck with the jack by the hedge. It was the first time we have used it and was amazed at how good it is.

[@narrowboatclips4116]

We had a mooring on the Macc in the early 1980s. Your vlog reminded me it's time we went back and maybe treat ourselves to one of those meat pies. At the moment it would be good just to get anywhere. Take care guys!

[@aikooona2130]

"It's not weaving though, is it?" >>> We understand each other Fran ;-)

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ha ha, only another weaver would understand.

[@dellpufpaff7627]

great video guys when you reversing you are getting prop walk love it as always

[@FloatingOurBoat]

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[@dellpufpaff7627]

@@FloatingOurBoat . Prop walk is the rotation of the prop pulling the boat stern sideways as you back up it will always pull the stern a little in that one direction if your prop was turning the other way going forward it would pull it to the other side in reverse that happens with any single screw boat in reverse it tends to walk sideways ways it can be helpful when backing into a dock once you understand how much it walks but it is easily dealt with but a pain on a long reverse

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Ah yes we do. It is quite manageable though as long as we just relax and take it slowly

[@justplainlaser]

Great to see you guys are doing well..... Keep safe and please keep the vids coming...

[@Setinmywaysalways]

A Walk a Day keeps the Blues Away.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Quite agree

[@barbarastevens3053]

Making the best of lockdown, a inspiration to us all. Ta for vlogging. Best wishes. God bless.🐞🦆🕊😘.

[@Booksbyphilmitchell]

Those veggie pies will be ready now. haha

[@FloatingOurBoat]

I'm getting my boots on 😊

[@stevesrepairs3815]

Thanks for a lovely sunny vlog, the pesto looked great. Great to see both of you and the doggies are doing well. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you Stevie ❤️

[@mobiusfugue2582]

Your vlogs have a bit of everything. Always interesting and often informative. Good stuff.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you

[@theannecrossett7761]

Cheese and onion pie sounds delish!

[@jeremykamel9655]

I’m glad to see you’re both looking healthy and well. Beautiful new chimney! Those tree next to the factory might have given good mid day shade for the painting. For whatever reason it’s apparently better the paint to not paint in direct sunlight. Or at least the paints I’ve painted with like to recommend that 🤷‍♂️. I enjoy your vlogs. Thanks, Jeremy Seattle, WA USA

[@FloatingOurBoat]

That is true. It's s balance of shading from hot sun. And getting solar power.

[@robinowen3058]

Condolences on the loss of your friend. Another very nice vlog, thank you! I live in the edge of the sage steppe in Washington State, and we have a wild flower also called Queen Anne’s Lace. It looks similar to the one by the canal. The one here likes the areas that are sunny, but a bit more on the damp side. It is done before the weather turns hot.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Robin. I think this is the same plant.

[@lorainestansfield9708]

Hi Fran and Rich, we’ve just been watching your vlogs. Trying to watch on KZbin - nightmare because I haven’t watched for ages, they’re not showing in order. But got there in the end. Saw that you were talking about pies.... not sure if they’re open at the moment or if they do orders. (You could maybe collect from P.O.??) Pie Minster (Manchester) we had a delicious vegetarian one. I think it was spinach, feta and sweet potato. But I’m sure Fran could concoct something similar onboard Constanze. Stay well, xxx

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Hi Lorraine. If you look at our playlists, there is one in date order which may help in future. The pie sounds lovely to me, but I can see Rich's face now if I mention sweet potato and it's not pretty!!

[@susancleaves5129]

I always love your vlogs! Too bad you didn't get your pies! Fran, time to show us your work at the loom again! Happy to see you and the doggies are doing so well! From Port Angeles, Washington.

[@paullapper8702]

Great photography guys

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you

[@jean405]

‘Not missing pubs’, had me laughing all over again🤣🤣. Wonderful vlog, your walk looked so peaceful. That pesto looks great, I think I’ll try some with rucola salad, that’s what I have at the moment.

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Sound lovely. I just had to look up ruccola, we only know it as rcket

[@kowe76]

I love chicken and veggie pie with mashed potato, mushy peas and gravy on top ❤🥰

[@JamesPhotoLX]

All that talk of pies got me salivating, I'd love a good meat pie and chips or mash, not too easy to find here in Shanghai unfortunately. It's a lovely little village Bollington, definitely the quintessential English location. Another excellent vlog 👍❤🙂

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Bollington is lovely. We are quite happy to be stuck here.

[@Bromptoncruiser]

love your videos thanks, going to order a hoody or something soon

[@ralphwood9865]

I do miss Cornish Pasties here i n Canada,last time I was visiting my sister in Somerset we went to the Eden Project in Cornwall and of course I had a pasty for lunch, before we left I went back and bought 6 more.....I was right for a week or so ,should have bought a dozen. Your pesto sounds good I like an adventurous cook

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Real Cornish pasties...so many happy holiday memories

[@38below39]

Don't be eating any Cow Pies heheheheheheheh I love the stone fences over there / nice walk Thanks for sharing

[@lisahodge5971]

Glad you scored some flour!

[@davidbennett906]

I've been binge watching over the last few days (from episode1 through to the present), and I've thoroughly enjoyed the journey and sharing all your ups and downs. I was particularly unhappy about the experiences you had in my own county of Lancashire (on the Rochdale canal), but that's modern society for you I guess. But I can almost guarantee you'll have a much pleasanter time on the Lancaster canal when you finally do the Ribble Link, which is in my own back yard and an area I know well. And knowing how much you enjoy walking, I recommend walking the route of the now disused section of the Lancaster, from Tewitfield to Kendal. You'll really find that an interesting and scenic walk. May I finish with belated congratulations on your marriage (you are both so well suited and a great couple), and that your recent ailments.are improving with each day that passes. Good luck to you both, and thanks for all you're doing for us land lubber canal enthusiasts!

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Thank you for your lovely message David and we'll done for getting through all of our videos. It was only a little hiccup on the Rochdale, nothing to worry about and we also are looking forward to the Lancaster canal.

[@BarneyLeith]

I love cow parsley! Lots of it around here where I live. It's a wonderful sign of Spring - and it brings back memories from my childhood.

[@rogerwhittle2078]

Barney Leith. The common where I take my dog has a huge meadow, with a track that runs the length and is about one quarter of the width of the meadow from the edge. The major part is already waist high over the whole area with Cow Parsley (Queen Ann's Lace was it?) but the minor part has hardly any. Why is that? Also, what you described as 'Garlic Mustard' and called "Jack by the Hedge", was pointed out to me by a friend (just before lockdown) who called it 'Dead Nettles" (I think) because they grow alongside real nettles, but they flower and don't sting. Good vlog guys, as ever. Thank you.