I treated my body with respect this weekend. For the most part. I spent Sunday panicking in department stores questioning how there were so many items for sale and NOTHING for my mother. Nothing says I love you like channel soap and ray ban sunglasses.
Salads:
Turmeric + coconut curry with lentils
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Chicken + chorizo ragu pasta
Brussel sprout cheesy bake
Soup: Broccoli · spinach + potato
Sandwich: Speck ham, Manchego cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
So many conversations take place in the deli through out the day and some of them really play on my mind. I’ve considered time and time again to put up CCTV so I can revisit some of my favourite moments when I’m feeling down in the dumps. That or sell them to whatever channel needs quality reality content.
Salads:
Five spice black eyed beans
Miso + pickled ginger rice
Roast squash ragu pasta
Korean BBQ pork noodles
Soup: cumin roasted sweet potato
Sandwich: Milano salami, Smoked mozzarella, chilli relish + tomato
I was having a swell time until I splashed a heavy amount of boiling ilk on my arm. I am now tingling, and not in a good way. Alas my responsibilities of the morning have been completed, Mother is seemingly happy so all I have to deal with is this burning sensation.
Salads:
Roast pepper + white bean stew
Lemon + rosemary rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Baked pasta
Soup: Tomato + chickpea with Mediterranean herbs
Sandwich: Chorizo, Pecorino, sun-dried tomato + fresh tomato
I’m going for dinner with my darling brother tonight. He’s my darling brother because I haven’t seen or heard from him in a while… so he hasn’t had the chance to annoy me. I’m sure after 5 minutes in his presence I’ll remember why time apart is good for us.
Salads:
Ginger + turmeric cauliflower + lentils
Peshwari Rice (Almonds, sultanas + coconut)
Mushroom ragu
Curried paneer + potato
Soup: Roast squash + rosemary
I needed that weekend. I think, because I haven’t got an advent calendar this year I’m not getting into the merry mood as I have done previous years. Sure, my snack at the moment is mince pies but that’s the only xmas spice I’ve wrapped my mouth round this year.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Spinach + herb rice
Leek · black olive + tomato pasta
Polenta croutons with winter veg baked
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
Sandwich: Parma ham, fontina cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
You might wonder how I stay 100 all the time. It is a lie. Today for example. The weather is reflecting my mood it’s partially the cause I think. I can’t get my head out of this blue state of mind. Alas, after a few mince pies and some Sean Paul I should be right as…rain?
Salads:
Mung bean curry with winter roots
Lemon + ginger rice
Roast pepper + cashew pesto pasta
Soup: Lightly spices black bean + aubergine
I was woken up last night to the sound of the dog howling at the front door because someone was knocking. At 4am. They knocked again, so I contemplated grabbing my cricket bat and seeing who was calling at this ungodly hour. But no, I drifted into slumber.
Salads:
Black bean + sweet potato
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Courgette · tomato + basil pasta
Teriyaki tofu noodles
Soup: Lightly spiced parsnip
Sandwich: Speck ham, Pecorino cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
For newbies, entering the deli must be so confusing. There’s so much laughing and shouting (even at 8am). I know it’s not for everyone but my advice would be to just get into it. We’re thick skinned and well versed with all walks of life.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Leek + dill rice
Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta
Pearl barley with a chorizo ragu
Soup: Chilli Tuscan tomato
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Asiago cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
The deli had a different vibe this morning. I was not heckling the customers. I was singing my heart out to my showtunes playlist, so right now i am on top of the world. I really felt the #turnuptuesday mentality. It’s another long day ahead so we have to stay pumped people!
Salads:
Borlotti bean + mushroom ragu
Spinach + herb rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Chicken + leek potato salad
Soup: Carrot · cumin + ginger
As I was throwing out last nights pizza boxes the dark morning I heard this scratching sound behind me. I whipped my hooded head round so fast and startled the man scraping ice off his windscreen. Winter is truly here. So are our mince pies!!
Salads:
Paprika split peas + aubergine
Sun-dried tomato + rosemary rice
Broccoli · chilli + garlic rice
Soup: Lightly spiced sweet potato + chickpea
Sandwich: Pulled chicken, crispy bacon, asiago cheese, Chilli relish, festive slaw + mayo
I am on a serious high right now so i’m very giddy. I hope i don’t crash later. My good mood has been brought on by our sandwich of the day. I’m sure i’ve said this before and it will come as no surprise but I LOVE SANDWICHES. I know my job is perfect for me.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + chickpeas
Lemon + chive rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Soup: Mushroom + tomato
Sandwich: Pulled pork, crispy bacon, festive slaw, chilli relish + hoisin mayo (served in a burger bun)
Let’s keep the spirits high today because i’m feeding the army solo. I am cold and absent minded so I will keep it short and sweet today. Lot’s of love.
Salads:
Red lentil dahl
Cumin roasted carrot rice
Roast pepper + herb pasta
Spinach · potato + paneer salad
Soup: Lightly spiced cauliflower + sweet potato
Sandwich: Chorizo, Pecorino cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
Yesterday Jesus tested me. A customer whom I have known for many years decided to tell me off at more decibels than I appreciated. Due to my professional nature I let the child have their moment before they stormed off. Shame really no more deli for them.
Salads:
Med veg + white bean
Roast pepper rice
Baked meaty pasta
Roast veg panzanella
Soup: Roast pepper + tomato
I’ve grown out of love with movies because, well…no matter how revealing, eye opening or educational they are people don’t take much away from it. I feel the same about David Attenborough documentary’s. Sure, you cry when you see the penguin is dying because of changes in the climate but when the show is over it’s like out of site out of mind.
Salads:
Black eyed beans in black bean sauce with roast aubergine
Ginger + miso rice
Chicken ragu pasta
Thai coconut seafood curry
Soup: Roast squash · rosemary + potato
Sandwich: Roast lamb, Pecorino cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
My eyes hurt. It looks like i’ve been crying all morning (which of course is a possibility) but there’s a lot of onion vapour in the air. My weekend is blurry and with the run up to Christmas upon us I will be more neurotic than usual. Sorry not sorry.
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Sumac rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta
Jackfruit chow mein
Soup: Indian spiced celeriac + potato
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Provola cheese, chilli relish + tomato
Well, I discovered something i’m not good at. Bowling. I got destroyed. My ego was also crushed this morning when my darling dog tripped me up and made me fall into the corner shop. I mean like soap opera fall people!!!
Salads:
Mexican beans
Spinach + herb rice
Roast squash ragu pasta
Warm winter root salad
Soup: Leek · potato + dill
Sandwich: Fennel salame · provola cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
Tonight I’m heading to Westfield for a spot of shopping. Back in my chav-ier days I went there often. It reminds me a bit of a casino. Your in this building that encourages you through discreet and non discreet measures to spend money, probably more than you initially set out to spend. I’m excited.
Salads:
Thai coconut with chickpea + squash
Miso + ginger rice
Roast pepper + tomato pasta
Panzanella
Soup: Sweetcorn · ginger + sweet chilli
I don’t understand people who don’t like London. If you like the quiet life, there’s a place for you. If you like hustle and bustle you can find it. As Samuel Johnson said “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life'.’ With this being said I’m going on a wonder tonight.
Salads:
Lentils + pepperonata
Lemon rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Smoked mackerel gratin
Soup: Thai spiced tomato
Sandwich: Cooked ham, Fontina cheese, jalapeno relish + tomato
I felt like the baddest b*tch yesterday. Smashed out deli duties, did some heavy lifting at the wholesalers, walked the dog AND THEN, went to the gym and ran through TWO stitches. I inspire myself. Sorry to gloat but I needed everyone and their mum to know that.
Salads:
Smokey cauliflower + split pea curry
Rosemary + garlic rice
Beef ragu pasta
Paneer veggie curry
Soup: Cauliflower · potato + turmeric
I didn’t struggle in waking up this which is a nice change. This week I need to make Christmas plans. Yes, it is mid November but due to capitalism and a densely populated city I must make by bookings now so I can ensure I get what I want.
Salads:
5 spice veg + aduki beans
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Broccoli · chilli + garlic rice
Oriental BBQ pork noodles
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
Sandwich: Cumberland sausage, Asiago cheese, Onion relish + tomato