Hey gorgeous girlies! It's Emma here, ready to share another exciting day of tutus and travels with you lovely lot! I'm in Neath today, a charming little town nestled in the heart of Wales, and you won't believe the adventures I've had!
Let's rewind a little bit - after a scrumptious breakfast of pink grapefruit and yoghurt (yes, I live a life of absolute luxury, lol!), I packed my pink-tutu-essentials bag (always have to be prepared!) and hopped on a train straight out of Derby. The train journey was heavenly. It was like gliding through the English countryside, all rolling green hills and quaint little villages. I even saw a family of deer prancing in a field - oh, how I wish I'd had my camera!
Now, onto Neath! This beautiful town oozes charm with its cobbled streets and gorgeous historic buildings. I was lucky enough to stay in a little B&B called "The Lavender Cottage", which was decorated in the most delightful pastel shades and smelled heavenly thanks to a big, fluffy lavender bush growing outside.
Right, let's get onto the main event - the reason I trekked all the way to Neath in the first place. Neath is famous for its incredible pancakedut! Yes, you heard me right. A tutu made entirely out of… wait for it… PANCAKES! Apparently, it's a local tradition, and every year there's a big pancakedut competition, with local chefs vying to create the most elaborate, edible tutus. And let me tell you, the tutus I saw were just jaw-dropping!
The grand prize went to a truly ingenious confection – a multi-layered, pink-and-white creation that had feathers, swirls, and delicate flowers all crafted out of batter! I was blown away. I may have shed a few happy tears, honestly! There was even a delicious chocolate ganache icing drip which added a little naughty indulgence!
As for my own tutu antics, I just couldn't resist making my own pancakedut-inspired outfit! (It’s called taking inspiration, ladies, not stealing. 😉) I whipped up a super fluffy stack of pancakes and fashioned them into a skirt (after carefully using a heart-shaped cookie cutter – just gotta love those adorable details!). My top was a plain pink camisole which made the pancakes stand out even more, and my feet? You guessed it – my signature pink ballet pumps! It was a hit! Everyone on the street was stopping me for photos, and I was practically being mobbed by a gaggle of excited little girls!
Of course, no trip to Wales would be complete without a visit to the local ballet school! The teachers at the Neath School of Dance were so welcoming, and they let me join in one of their adult ballet classes. Oh my, it was challenging but invigorating! I even managed to execute a decent pirouette (I must be channeling the magic of that pancake-tutu inspiration!). They're a great bunch at the school, so passionate about the art form.
And what would a day of tutus and travel be without a little something for the soul, right? In the evening, I found my way to the local theatre where the Neath Amateur Dramatic Society was performing "Swan Lake". They were amazing! You’d think they were professionals – I was enthralled! It just goes to show that ballet is everywhere, no matter what form it takes!
But the day's biggest surprise came in the form of a cute, cuddly hedgehog I found on my way back to The Lavender Cottage! (Seriously, how adorable?!) He was so small, curled up on the doorstep. I think he might have even winked at me – perhaps it was a silent thank you for giving him some bread and milk. (Who can resist those sweet, tiny little noses?)
So, another day of glorious adventures for this pink-tutu-wearing traveller!
Stay tuned for my next blog post!
Remember, everyone's a princess waiting to blossom in a pink tutu! 💖🌸✨
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