30 SEPTEMBER 2000, Page 33

Deborah the divine

From Mr David Orpwood Sir: As an irregular reader of The Spectator, I feel driven to write to you to congratulate Deborah Ross on her won- derful piece (9 September). It is one of the best articles I have ever read, apart from my own — just the sort of journalism and wit I thoroughly enjoy. I am sure many of your regular readers subscribe for just this sort of light-hearted approach. I know that, after her excellent description of French cuisine, comparing it to the likes of our own wonderful Curly-Wurly (whatever that is), I will now be a regular reader. Keep up the good work, Deborah; may I call you Deborah? I am sure I am one of many in your fan club.

David Orpwood

Oxfordshire