Independent 8,499 by Phi

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As always, Phi has given us a pleasant and sound crossword. He usually has a Nina of some sort, but his Ninas are nearly always too obscure for me and they make no difference … Read more >>

Guardian Cryptic N° 26,153 by Arachne

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The puzzle may be found at http://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/26153. Arachne in fine form, including one clue (18D) that beats me. Across 1. Advancing or retreating, it is in bad odour (8) POSITING An envelope (‘in’) … Read more >>

Financial Times no.14,515 by Peto

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I’m bound to say, I’m afraid, that I didn’t enjoy this puzzle all that much: the complicated constructions, unhelpful grid and occasional questionable definition made it a bit of a slog. I’m ready … Read more >>

Guardian 26,152 / Paul

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A fairly typical Paul puzzle, with some of his trademark schoolboy humour and a mixture of quite straightforward charades and double definitions, together with some more complicated and misleading constructions. An enjoyable solve … Read more >>

Financial Times 14,514 by MUDD

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An sound puzzle from Mudd with an interesting grid. I would describe this as a run-of-the-mill puzzle from Mudd, but his talent shows that every-day fare not have to be dull fare.  Thank … Read more >>

Guardian 26,151 by Chifonie

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Lots of fun clues and neat surfaces from Chifonie. Favourites were 10ac, 11ac, 23ac and 18dn. Across 7 Outfitter is more flexible when holding interest (8) SUPPLIER =”Outfitter”. SUPPLER=”more flexible” around I[nterest] 9 … Read more >>

Financial Times 14513 Dante

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A rare, if ever, Tuesday spot for Dante, which I suppose is necessitated by having to place Gaff’s puzzle in yesterday’s spot (for obvious reasons).  Much has been said about Dante’s style, a … Read more >>