I’ve been taking in several Bansko bars and restaurants over the last six weeks. So it was high time that I offered an updated mention of those I have particularly enjoyed. So from gentle piano playing, to hard rock and to the upscale Sing Sing piano bar… it’s time to sample what Bansko does well: […]

The Bansko weather video report was taken taken this afternoon. This morning saw bright skies with clear views. Cloud then partly enguulfed the mountain tops. Looking like much needed snow will arrive tonight. Forecast And Ski Conditions Huge snow deposits are eluding Bansko and Borovets — but a little snow Tuesday and Wednesday. I am […]

Bansko Blog night out… hits JJ Murphy’s on Tuesday 29th December! And I’ve just had some good news from Shelly, Murphy’s manager, and from the well known Bavarian long time local, Frank Nadler…  that “Star Merak” (“Old Zest”) perform in Murphy’s on Tuesday, around 6 p.m. Please come, enjoy and say hello… Traditional Bansko Choir […]

May I ask about your tattoo? I uttered these words within just a few moments after being introduced to Tina. She had joined us with her friend, Silvana, for a drink in Sofia’s JJ Murphy’s. My wish came true. Tina agreed to my request to write  her story.  A tale she recountered with such good […]

The One Life Bulgaria charity is a most worthy Bulgarian charity. One Life has an exceptionally good record on getting all the money where it’s most needed. All proceeds got to help to alleviate children’s disease and disability in Bulgaria. After the quiz Irish Gary, of JJ Murphy’s, posed for the picture above with me. […]