This week is going to be long, hot and stressful…my favourite trio! I will have to wear a sign saying don’t talk to me’ because i’m an easily distracted puppy. Speaking of distracted puppies, I put my work on hold this morning to go and help find a lost dog. Now i’m behind, typical.
Salads:
Thai coconut curry
Roast pepper rice
Leek · black olive + tomato pasta
Mixed salad thing
Soup: Gazpacho
Sandwich: Speck ham, Iberico cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
I ran 5k. I have no idea how or where I summoned this strength from but I’m so proud. It was one of my goals for the year. The only thing I envy in this world is fitness. Surrounded by food and party culture my whole life has made 5k look like an unattainable dream. So excuse me while I go be proud of myself.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Sumac + carrot rice
Chicken ragu pasta
Panzanella
Soup: Gazpacho
Today is set to be challenging but nothing much matters to me right now because I’ve just found out Boris Johnson is FINALLY resigning. Whatever your political background, you simply must admit. That man is not fit to be Prime Minister.
Salads:
Chickpea + paprika cauliflower
Lemon + garlic rice
Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta
Mixed salad with tahini dressing
Soup: Gazpacho
Sandwich: Mortadella ham, Asiago cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
So today is not as zen as yesterday. Scratch that, i’m actually totally panicking. Another day, another crisis. It will be a distant minded day for me. My body will be on the shop floor but my mind will be in the clouds.
Salads:
Black bean + aubergine in black bean sauce
crispy tofu rice
Spinach + cashew pesto pasta
Rice noddle salad with crab stick + sriracha mayo
You know when you make yourself a to do list, a long one, and you actually complete it? This is a new feeling for me. I have to try and stay on top of things for the next few weeks, this is a great start. Now, a lot can happen in 24 hours and being the pessimist that I am, I highly doubt I’ll be feeling accomplished tomorrow.
Salads:
Mild madras mung bean
Ginger + turmeric rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Panzanella
Sandwich: Parma ham, Ermesenda cheese, spicy peach relish + tomato
Soup: spiced potato + watercress
It’s a new week and I’m hoping to leave last week behind us. Easily one of the most stressful weeks we’ve endured in a while! Now i’m sitting at my desk looking at the week ahead, I have a sinking feeling that the next 2 weeks won’t be easier. We will be a man (woman) down.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Spinach + herb rice
Squash · tomato + rosemary pasta
Beef + potato stew
Soup: Courgette, pea + basil
Sandwich: Speck ham, Iberico cheese, jalapeno relish + tomato
So i’m anxious as can be because we have no card machine. It’s not working. It’s out of my control and i’m a control freak so, safe to say it’s getting to me. I haven’t got much to say because i’m just creaming internally…and sometimes out loud too.
Salads:
White bean + paprika peppers
Lemon · garlic + sweet chilli rice
Sun-dried tomato + cashew pesto pasta
Cracked wheat salad
Soup: Curried squash
Tonight i’m going out to dinner and I just can’t wait. I have to write an actual review of this place because quite frankly they deserve the praise. Usually, when you know you’re going for dinner in the evening, you eat light during the day so you can have a full dining experience but I work at the deli and I just can’t resist the temptation.
Salads:
Oriental coconut spiced beans
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Teriyaki tofu noodles
Soup: spiced red lentil
I have heavy eyes this morning. Not the best encouragement when you have to smash out a lunch rush on you ones. I’m in a bit of a workaholic state of mind at the moment. I guess it’s better than being an alcoholic but when you’re checking your emails at 11pm, one must admit they have a problem.
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Sumac + preserved lemon rice
Courgette · tomato + basil pasta
Panzanella
Soup: Chickpea, carrot, lemon + ginger
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Asiago cheese, onion relish + tomato
I slept amazingly well yesterday but today i’ve been so inefficient with my tasks. I’m behind on everything and this makes Mother irate. People talk and I listen, then suddenly 15 minutes has gone and I’m scurrying to catch up. I know it’s my fault, but hey ho.
Salads:
Mexican beans
Leek + dill rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta
Mushroom, bean + chorizo
Soup: Tuscan tomato
Mother and I worked all weekend long. We made it a little more entertaining by stopping at different bakeries on our various errands. Now i’m feeling heavy because of my baked goods consumption. This week is looking busy but dribbled with social outings so it should be a fun one.
Salads:
Thai coconut chickpea curry
Red pepper rice
Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta
Lentil · potato + paneer concoction
Soup: Lightly spiced sweet poato
Sandwich: Chorizo, peppercorn pecorino, spicy peach relish + tomato
I think it scares people more when I don’t say anything. I’m good at socialising but that doesn’t mean I like it, so when my battery is running low I take a backseat and let the rest of the world make noise. Turns out, people don’t have much to say unless prompted to do so.
Salads:
Turmeric roasted courgette + lentils
Rainbow rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Salad n tings
Soup: Spiced chickpea
I went into a robot like state for yesterday’s rush. I either knuckle down and get the job done or everything and everyone will distract me. My face might have looked angry but I assure you I had a great time. Summer living has got me in a daze, these late nights are becoming a habit.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + split peas
Ginger + lemon rice
Black olive, leek + tomato pasta
Fresh Bulgur wheat salad
Soup: Gazpacho
Sandwich: Cooked ham, bacon, Provola cheese, chilli relish + tomato
I need new shoes. I’m walking with a slight bop at the moment and I don’t want anyone to think I’m imitating onscreen gangsters. My feet have gone through so much in the past week and they’re starting to give up on me. Flip the script my mind’s telling me yes but my body’s telling me no.
Salads:
Aubergine + black bean in black bean sauce
Pickled ginger + miso rice
Mushroom + chorizo pasta
Jackfruit egg noodle salad
Soup: Gazpacho
Yesterday I stayed in. Amazing homecooked middle-eastern inspired dinner and Stranger Things. I woke up this morning happy as Ainsley Harriet. Today will be a little different. Dinner in Herne Hill then a spot of basketball. Should be a great night.
Salads:
Indian spiced lentils
Aromatic rice
Roast squash + tomato pasta
Cheesed potato salad
Soup: Tuscan tomato
Sandwich: Mortadella ham, Fontina cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
What a weekend. My back hurts, my knees are on the brink of dislocating but god it was a great weekend. It’s looking to be another toasty week but I intend to take it easy. Then again, things never go according to plan do they?
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Lemon + herb rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta
Thai coconut curried lentils
Soup: Roast squash, rosemary + potato
Sandwich: Parma ham, Manchego cheese, chilli relish + tomato
It should be a great weekend. Next week is set to go back to average temperatures so I intend to pack as many activities as possible into the next 72 hours. I’m currently in a docile state as I’ve had minimal sleep but I will turn the A/C on in the deli and smash this heated Friday.
Salads:
Rainbow lentil
Sweet chilli · garlic + lemon rice
Broccoli · cashew + rocket pesto pasta
Panzanella
Soup: Gazpacho
Sandwich: Napoli salami, Ermesenda cheese, chilli relish + tomato
I didn’t even bring a jumper to work today, this is the weather I live for and I plan to take full advantage. Basketball after dark yesterday, picnic tonight, picnic and a rave tomorrow. I am gonna spend every ounce of energy I have in my body.
Salads:
Black eyed bean + roast squash
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Chorizo ragu pasta
Fattoush styled salad
Soup: Gazpacho
So many familiar faces came through the door yesterday, it was such a wholesome scene. Stepping into the deli is like being in someone’s living room. Some sit in the corner and pout about the lack of ‘professionalism’ while others get into the village vibe.
Salads:
Mexican beans
Spinach + herb rice
Smokey aubergine pasta
Miso noodle salad
Soup: Gazpacho
Sandwich: Roast lamb, Pecorino pepe, Red onion, spicy peach relish + tomato
Today is the busiest catering day we’ve ever endured but there is something more important in my life than sandwiches today. My Turkish queen is coming back to ends all the way from Australia. I have not seen her in the flesh for 4 YEARS. I can’t even.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Sumac rice
Pea, spinach + cashew pesto pasta
Surimi potato salad
Soup: Gazpacho