The monthly competition puzzle from Azed with perhaps the hint of a French theme, MISERE, IL and LE all making an appearance, as well as BLÉ.
Independent on Sunday 1624 Bluth
Thank you to Bluth. Definitions are underlined in the clues. Across 1. Prepares last portions of chips and fish with mushy peas (6) SHAPES : Last letters, respectively, of(last portions of) [“chips” and … Read more >>
Independent 10,762 by Serpent
We were more than pleased when we realised we were blogging a Serpent puzzle today.
Guardian Prize 28,410 by Maskarade
The now traditional larger-than-usual Bank Holiday special by Maskarade.
Financial Times 16,755 by REDSHANK
I found this REDSHANK puzzle a real challenge. Thanks to setter for the opportunity to toil 🙂
Independent 10,761 / Phi
As tradition dictates, Phi is bringing another suite of mid-week puzzles to an end. In what was for me a medium-difficulty puzzle, he has managed to produce a grid which abounds with letter … Read more >>
Guardian 28,415 – Nutmeg
A nice mixture of easy clues to get me started and some chewier ones that took a bit of teasing out. Top-quality setting Nutmeg as always – thanks to her. I can’t see … Read more >>
Guardian Cryptic 28414 Vlad
Thank you to Vlad. This took a bit of time to take off. Definitions are underlined in the clues. Across 1. Vice squad heartily entertained — say no more! (4,2) CLAM UP : … Read more >>
Independent 10760 / Rodriguez
I blogged a Rodriguez puzzle fairly recently but I’m quite happy to blog another one. Rodriguez’ makes you think, as the definition is not always straightforward. I like clues where … Read more >>
Financial Times 16,754 by NEO
Neo is today's FT setter.
Enigmatic Variations No. 1480: Spoiler Alert by Kcit
Hello all. Thanks to Kcit for a fun puzzle, rather on the chewy side. The preamble reads: Fourteen clues are separate from the rest: each of these clues has wordplay omitting one … Read more >>
Financial Times 16,745 by Mudd
Non-prize puzzle from the Weekend FT of March 27, 2021
Financial Times 16,753 by BUCCANEER
A good puzzle and recommended for those who appreciate a traditional style. All solid clues and no funny business. Thank you Buccaneer.
Independent 10,759 by Eccles
Eccles on a Wednesday: quirky, sometimes a little obscure, but enjoyable. All as it should be.
Guardian Cryptic 28,413 by Brummie
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/28413.