and a piece of this meat was offered me in lieu of the suckling pig. Later a neighbor of hers, Malviny, brought the word that the pigs had finally returned with the old sow.

We went on down Stony Fork to Leatherwood and called on Ophie. She has a lovely little place near her brother’s store and after her husband was killed three years ago she learned weaving at Pine Mt School and has made enough blankets and coverlets since to support herself and her three children. She has the house and garden from her brother. We were glad to share her dinner. She herself is so attractive and the food was prepared so well. An old woman was spinning for her and she had a nice lot ofWhat's new in Great Britain and Ireland for 2016

2of 4The Discovery Tour at the Titanic Belfast museum gives insight not only into 20th-century ship's story, but also into the 21st-century building's striking architecture.Photo: Pat O'Connor

3of 4Rick Steves writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.

4of 4Rick Steves writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.

The British Isles seem to have a special knack for making the most of their heritage and sharing it with the world in an engaging way. This year, as ever, those behind the scenes are working to keep your sightseeing options invigorating and fresh. And foodies eager to fill up will continue to find ever more new restaurants and gastropubs, as Britain