I had a superb evening. Italian, my favourite. I had the intention of getting ‘white girl wasted’ but unfortunately the food was so good I couldn’t stop eating. The tequila had no chance of penetrating the feast. Instead of dancing on the tables we were in a comatose state in the corner of the pub. Lovely stuff.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + split peas
Roast pepper rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Soup: Pea · spinach + potato
Another day of pathetic fallacy. There’s always been this generational debate of ‘back in my day’ and if you compare the ‘days’ they’re actually very similar. Bigotry, inflation, corruption. It’s as old as the human race. The difference between the times is social media. We’re just aware of the worldwide turmoil today. So the only argument that can verify that the olden days were better than the current times is that ignorance is bliss.
Salads:
Mexican beans
Roast squash + rosemary rice
Courgette · tomato + herb pasta
Veggie Bake
Soup: Cauliflower · potato + turmeric
Sandwich: Porchett, Provola, spicy peach relish + tomato
Yes, it’s miserable weather and yes, the tubes being closed is a pain in the arse and yes what’s happening in the East is a disgrace but…well I don’t really have anything for you. I’ve been on hold with Thames water for 10 minutes and this robotic voice keeps saying ‘thank you for waiting’. I have no fucking choice. None of us have any choice.
Salads:
Lentils · beetroot · ginger + cumin
Spinach + garlic rice
Parma ham + pea’s pasta
Roast vegetable panzanella
Soup: Celeriac · potato + chives
My weekend consisted mainly of Netflix. I ventured to East London yesterday but the overwhelming amount of hipsters scared me so I trekked home to south of the river where I feel more at ease. I walk my dog off lead because he’s well trained and obedient. However if you try to stroke him on his voluptuous booty as he walks past…you will get got.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Chive + dill rice
Broccoli · chilli + garlic pasta
Oriental jackfruit noodles
Soup: White bean + tomato
Sandwich: Milano salame, Stilton, Chilli relish + tomato
You might wonder how I can stand in the deli all day and not just constantly eat. Most days I’m numb to the caramel slices and sausage rolls but on a day like today I have no self control. The way my brain works, I just think ‘I could get hit by a car later, this might be my last meal!’.
Salads:
White bean + aubergine
Rosemary + garlic rice
Tomato · basil + french bean pasta
Panzanella styled salad
Soup: Carrot · ginger + sesame
There’s a lot of dogs in my circle and as much as I love my dog sometimes he can be a bit embarrassing. He’s a Collie so he likes to play and he’ll use anything. But the worse is when he takes a stick the size of a cigarette and puts it by your feet and just stares at you so intensely until you throw it. I don’t know where he gets this relentless nature from…
Salads:
Veggie chickpea curry
Turmeric rice
Kale + hazelnut pesto pasta
Potato + paneer ‘salad’
Soup: Squash · potato + paprika
Sandwich: Parma Ham, smoked mozzarella, jalapeno relish + tomato
Oh honey. The sun is shining and i’m by myself behind the counter today so I hope the positive vibes stay in the building. I’m optimistic about today and that is me slyly throwing shade at a dear customer of mine who told me I need to be more optimistic. So there.
Salads:
Five spice aduki beans
Seaweed + ginger rice
Pork · beef + kale ragu pasta
Spring salad with pecorino
Soup: Roast pepper + pinto beans
Sandwich: Napoli salame, La torta (mascarpone + gorgonzola), Chilli relish + tomato
Serving the general public has pros and cons but I like to take the cons and make a joke out of them so I don’t want to cry myself to sleep. For example if I ask the queue if anyone wants a sandwich and the 4th person inline says ‘I want a salad box’ I stare at them and say ‘did I fucking ask that?’ some don’t like that response others laugh and understand it’s all banter. I like those people.
Salads:
Moroccan lentils
Sumac + preserved lemon rice
Roast squash + rosemary pasta
Bulgur wheat + roast vegetables
Soup: Cumin roasted carrot + lentil
Franklin is now upon us, the queen has covid and my leg day has me walking like the tin man. Great start. I had pizza 3 times over the weekend which I picked up in person because I didn’t want anyone delivering in this weather. I even cooked a few meals myself. I’m a great chef, Mother taught me well.
Salads:
Red pepper goulash
Herbed rice
Ratatouille with pasta
Thai spiced tofu stew
Soup: Sweet potato + ginger
Sandwich: Pulled pork, Asiago cheese, Spicy peach relish + Korean slaw
I put myself through it at the gym and promised myself riches when I got home as a reward. I got locked out. I spent half an hour trying to break into my own home but turns out we’re quite secure so… that’s great. I’m hurting today. Be gentle.
Salads:
Thai spiced coconut curry with black eyed beans
Pickled ginger + miso rice
Sundried tomato · smoked garlic + cashew pesto pasta
BBQ pork noodles
Soup: Sweetcorn · ginger + potato
I dragged myself to the gym yesterday, sweated my demons out then headed to Tesco for some spinach to accompany my meatballs waiting for me at home. I was red in the face, tired and the wind was blowing me in every direction. At the checkout the guy behind the counter asked me why i’m smiling. Next time I’ll match my face to my mood I guess.
Salads:
Med veg lentil
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Courgette · tomato · parsley + lemon pasta
Spring salad dressed with feta + seeds
Sandwich: Bresaola, Parmesan + ricotta cream + tomato
A while back I had an obsession with the real housewives of Beverly Hills, i’ve moved on to something new. Love is Blind. I nearly cried yesterday but then I remembered i’m a full grown man and I kept it together. Unfortunately I have an addictive personality so I’m binge watching and the gym has gone on the back burner.
Salads:
Cauliflower, potato + chickpea curry
Cumin roasted carrot rice
Aubergine, tomato + basil pasta
Soup: Tuscan tomato + rosemary
I’m a little worker ant today but I’m doing one of my least favourite duties. Being a savage. No really, it’s true. This bitchy life is not for me, it’s all an act I swear. However when someone or something really gets on your Nelly, you must verbally beat them until death.
Salads:
Mexican beans
Sumac + chive rice
Vegetable ragu pasta
Paneer + bean curry
Soup: Spiced lentil + tomato
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Fontina cheese, chilli relish + tomato
I’m well rested and ready for a new week. The weather is miserable but I’m in good spirits. I’m hoping this week will be filled with less drama. I’m just waiting for the days where I can rise from slumber and see the sun rather than darkness. Happy Valentine’s day.
Salads:
Veggie curry with mung bean
Peshwari rice (contains nuts)
Mushroom ragu pasta
Chicken + tarragon braise
Soup: Potato · leek + dill
Sandwich: Roast beef, camembert cheese, onion relish, Tomato + mustard
Yesterday was intense. At breakfast I had to play the role of a therapist. Lunchtime we had to chase down two boys trying to steal Stella’s bike (thank you to the customers that helped) and at night, Casa Micky turned into a barbers shop. A lot happened but this is a brief and somewhat kosher version of what went down.
Salads:
Chickpea · Jerusalem artichoke in a mushroom braise
Savoy + leek rice
Leek · black olive + tomato pasta
Soup: Sweet potato + ginger
Sandwich: Parma ham, Ermesender cheese, jalapeno relish + tomato
Biting your tongue is a great skill to posses. However when it comes to certain political conversations that skill can suck it, I have something to say. Yesterday a customer told me ‘a woman shouldn’t use that word but it’s okay if a man does’. There’s a multitude of points I could use to destroy this statement but the shortest response I can find to do so is the word he told me not to use… He’s a cunt.
Salads:
Paprika peppers + white beans
Chilli + lemon rice
Beef + pork ragu pasta
Panzanella with Turkish cheese
Soup: Cumin roasted potato · kale + lentil
I cried with laughter for hours yesterday. It was comedy night at my favourite pub. I’m not a fan of pub culture but in the spirit of trying new things I’ve been frequenting establishments a bit more and I’ve found one place that is just like my living room. Perfect.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Spinach + herb rice
Kale + pumpkin seed pesto pasta
Soup: Spiced lentils + tomato
Sandwich: Cumberland sausage, Cheddar cheese, Tomato relish + classic coleslaw
If you come in the morning you’ll be use to the sight of me in the sandwich section absolutory slaying the scene. I love when one of my lunch time honey’s come in and seem genuinely surprised at the sight of me ‘doing work’ I think many think i’m just some mouthy child behind a counter…
Salads:
Curried lentils
Indian spiced rice
Roast squash + rosemary pasta
Paneer + chickpea stewed thing
Soup: Tuscan tomato with rosemary
You know in Disney and Pixar movies how a character will look at a view and recall fun times spent there and then it fades to reality which is usually a little sadder. Well that’s me walking through the park. I look at a spot and recall summers past and then get smacked by the current cold winds. Sad.
Salads:
Thai spiced squash + black eyed beans
Ginger + crispy shallot rice
Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta
BBQ jackfruit rice noodle salad
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
Sandwich: Roast lamb, Goats cheese, Minted yogurt, onion relish + tomato
It’s day 420 #blazeit I’ve had a great week but it started with a small cut in my mouth. Due to the extensive banter and laughter it has become larger and i’m now in a bit of pain. My smile like look as if I’ve had botox because i’m trying not to move my mouth too much.
Salads:
Chickpea + pepper ragu
Rainbow rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Broccoli + polenta cheesy bake
Soup: Roast squash + tomato