Cryptic crossword No 1,851

Solid and sweet! 5A and 12A were my favourites for the way the surfaces tell a story.

Thanks Gennaro. Pretty approachable overall with some nice clues. Certainly a bit gentler than your last one. I appreciated 11a, 13a, 25a, 3d, 15d, 17d among others. Your trademark trick helped with the last couple in the bottom half. A little more discussion in reply, spoilers…

This was a romp – gentle and fun ...

Gentle but satisfying solve, thank you. Favourites 5a, 11a, 25a, 2d, 15d, 16d, 17d.

Thanks Gennaro, some lovely clues, 5a is great! also really liked 9a, 11a, 25a, 2d, 17d, cheers!

Nice one Gennaro, thanks. I found this quite a bit easier than your previous puzzle, not least because the 8d and the associated statement became apparent fairly quickly. The central component of 22a was new to me. Favourites: 5a, 18a, 3d, 8d and 17d.

Nice and gentle puzzle, Gennaro. 5a, 12a, 25a, 3d and 20d were my faves. Thanks. PM

Thanks, Gennaro. Yes, easier than your last but enjoyable still. I forgot about the Nina but was able to finish without the extra help. Favourites were 5a, 5d, 2d, 12a, 25a and 20d...