May 21, 2012

Big Sale at the BBC America Shop – Coupon Codes Inside

The BBC America shop is having a great sale right now, with some items up to 50% off. The sale is only good until the end of March. Some of the products are pretty cool and unique. See below for some coupons codes to save even more money. Here's a sampling of the products on … [Read more...]

The British Invasion of the US High Street?

The Telegraph had an interesting article yesterday I thought was worth sharing. Most Anglophiles know that American Main Street's are stained with the blood of failed British chains trying the American market. But, they're making a comeback, if a little stealthily. These chains - M&S, … [Read more...]

Cool Doctor Who Merchandise From the BBC America Shop: Figures, T-Shirts, DVD’s and More

I was browsing the BBC America shop today and I found some really cool products I thought I'd share with you guys. I love Doctor Who and they have a great selection of Doctor Who merchandise. Here are my favorite Dr Who gifts. If you've been wondering where to buy a real sonic screwdriver or a … [Read more...]

How To Get Live British TV Anywhere, Anytime on Your iPhone

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A big day has come that I'm really excited about. Many of you are aware that you can get British TV streamed live to your computer using a service like TheTelly.net - which uses a Slingbox to broadcast a live British TV Feed anywhere. For awhile now, there's been a Slingplayer app for the iPhone … [Read more...]

Guest Post: From Mini Car to Mini Coin

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The following is a guest post from Mel over at one of our fabulous advertiser Panda America - who specialize in rare coins from all over the world, including Britain. In an international competition in 1999, the Mini was voted the second most influential Car of the Century, behind the Ford Model … [Read more...]

Anglophile Gear: Very Clever Gift Idea for the Discerning Anglophile

My friends over at A Suit That Fits let me know about this really innovative gift idea for the holidays - an embroidered silk gift certificate. One of the most important things a man can buy is a properly fitting suit and the best way to insure that is to have one tailored. A Suit That Fits is an … [Read more...]

From the Heart… of England: Shhhhhhh! TOP SECRET How to become a London Gent

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Photo from Flickr by World of Good Okay, this post is for all of you chaps who have ever fancied being a quintessential English gentleman for the day. BUT IT IS SECRET.  This stuff is normally only known by true bonafide Brits (like me) and I shouldn't really be divulging such secrets but... … [Read more...]

The Ultimate Top Gear Merchandise List

Top Gear is by far one of my favorite British TV shows and I'm not even a big fan of cars. I'm very happy to see that the show is very popular here in the US. With a growing fan following comes the desire for merchandise related to the show. Well, the BBC America Shop does not disappoint in this … [Read more...]

The Ultimate Anglophile Cell Phone – The London Calling Mobile Phone

This is quite possibly one of the coolest gadgets an Anglophile could ask for - the London Calling Mobile Phone. From the Item Description: How about this neat little number! Modelled on our classic K6 Red Telephone Box, this impressive fully functional mobile phone is a real winner. It features … [Read more...]

Anglophile Gear: The Tweed Cap

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Introduction to the Tweed Cap No Anglophile's life is complete without a Tweed Cap. It's the standard hat for hiking around the countryside. Oftentimes, people wearing Wellington Boots also complement the ensemble with a tweed cap. Tweed caps are well made and will last forever, they also repel … [Read more...]

Anlgophile Gear: The Wellington Boot

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Photo Attributed to CharlieStyr This is the start of a new column called "Anglophile Gear" where I will focus on one particularly British item that every true Anglophile should have. This week, it's the Wellington Boot. Also called Wellies, the Wellington Boot is the standard for countryside … [Read more...]

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