I can be a little Machiavellian when it comes to communicating my politics. I’ll present the illusion of a safe space to find out how you really feel. I’ve had to use these tactics as of late because I’ve noticed an increase in suspicious eyes when politics are flying around the shop floor. There’s reformers afoot.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + split peas
Rosemary + lemon rice
Smokey aubergine pasta
Soup: Indian spiced cauliflower + potato
I’ve sat passenger seat in a pick up truck my whole cognitive life. When I decided it was time for me to drive I wanted something small because I knew first hand how jarring/difficult it is to drive a big car in this city. It seems the majority didn’t get this insight growing up so they went ahead and bought SUV’s to haul their nuclear family’s about. A car with the potential to go off road but you don’t go over 20 mph or overtake that bus, you’re really fulfilling that adventurous lifestyle the advert sold you.
Salads:
Thai coconut curry
Ginger + lemon rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
Sandwich: Garlic salami, Provola cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
I am determined to have a great day but my brain is elsewhere. I’m hoping to do a spot of gardening this weekend but first I must conquer the Friday ahead. You might think i’m alluding to the ultimate lunch rush but I consider that light work. The real challenge is staying engaged throughout the day. It’s time to raise the blinds and finish this. 11 hour shift here we go.
Salads:
Black lentil curry
Herbed rice
Leek, black olive + tomato pasta
Soup: Med veg lentil
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Spinach + herb rice
Roast pepper pasta
Soup: Spiced tomato
Sandwich: Spicy salami, Gorgonzola cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
We live in such an oxymoronic world. I enjoy listening to peoples outlook on society but it also makes me want to crawl back into my bed and go to sleep forever.
Salads:
Cauliflower + potato curry
Spiced coconut rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Lightly spiced vegatbles
I don’t want to ask you about your opinions on politics at the moment. I’m worried you’ll say something that will make me respect you less. It’s really simple. Treat others how you’d like to be treated. If you can honestly find a good reason for the endless wars taking place across the world than may I suggest that you catch a fight to a warzone of your choice for your summer holiday this year. You deserve a break from this entitled peace.
Salads:
Thai coconut curry
Rainbow rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Soup: Tomato + leek
The week has slipped past and I’m feeling content. I was proud of our resilience on Monday, appreciated the peace on Tuesday and enjoyed the company on Wednesday and Thursday. Now Friday is here and i’m sure the evening won’t disappoint, plus I have the weekend to decompress with a couple of fun errands to run. I’ll just appreciate the now rather than thinking forward.
Salads:
Mushroom + bean stew
Roast pepper rice
Leek, black olive + tomato pasta
Soup: Green lentil + tomato
Sandwich: Fennel, Provola, Spicy peach relish + tomato
I went to Watan last night. I’ve been singing their praises so much I thought I should go and make sure it’s still great, it was arguably better than I remembered. General politics has polluted my ear space too much in recent weeks and it’s definitely taking a toll. Being surrounded by beautiful company yesterday has made me decide to chill off for a while. I’m gonna keep conversation surface level.
Salads:
Med veg borlotti beans
Spinach + herb rice
Sausage + ham ragu pasta
Soup: Lightly spiced tomato
When life hits you with inconvenience it gives you a chance to put things into perspective. ‘It could be a lot worse’ helps you dig deep and push through. I know a good few people that should use this ideology because they’re not coming across very well. Chances are you’re the architect of your own destruction, it’s easily done in this devilish city. Don’t let your desires control your mentality. You’ll end up walking the road alone.
Salads:
Beetroot goulash
Carrot + dill rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Sandwich: Parma ham, Manchego cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
I had a wonderous weekend with my Dragon. Unfortunately bureaucracy squandered it when I was denied boarding because I didn’t have a visa for the UK. Turns out a few days ago the UK government changed the rules, if you’re flying with an EU passport you need a visa to return. So the Dragon and I went from a state of utter bliss to utter misery as we had to spend the night on the floor of Bucharest airport.
Salads:
Moroccan chickpea
Sumac rice
Tomato + spring green pasta
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
It’s so hard to be present when you have a thousand things rushing through your head. I should be stressed but the thought of the weekend ahead is keeping me peaceful. Me and the Dragon are heading to Romania for a spa weekend. All I have to do is get through today. Easier said then done, if I listed out the tasks that must be completed i’ll start crying at my desk and that’s not cute.
Salads:
Thai spiced curry
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Leek, black olive + tomato pasta
Sandwich: Chorizo, pecorino, Chilli relish + tomato
I’m nursing a bad mood today, i’m hoping the happenings of the day distract me from the mean devils in my mind. Every time I conjure up some happy thoughts, the devils start advocating the other side, the dark side. Lucky this is a feeling I know all too well. I just have to stick to light conversation and try not to eat my feelings.
Salads:
Med veg chickpea
Spinach + herb rice
Mushroom + tomato pasta
Sandwich: Milano salami, Raclette cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
Mother and I dined at Berenjak this weekend. Verdict? Overhyped. I was left utterly underwhelmed. It was tasty but that’s really it. If you dare, I urge you to go to Tooting. Here you’ll find numerous establishments that triumph age old recipes from the east without a pretentious touch. Watan, Dawat, Lahore Karahi the list is as long as Tooting High Street. Don’t sell me a hole in the wall in Tehran while you charge me for dinner at the Ritz.
Salads:
Roast squash + brown lentils
Sumac rice
Broccoli, chilli + garlic pasta
Soup: Vegetable madras
This week has slipped past, one more week of February to go and I can feel the brightness on the horizon. I have a jam packed weekend ahead of me filled with fun side quests that should provide some glee. Berenjak and Panzers deli are on the list of establishments I hope to dine at. Every so often pretentious food draws me in.
Salads:
Braised white beans + aubergine
Parsley rice
Spinach + pumpkin seed pesto pasta
Soup: Indian spiced chickpea + vegetable
Sandwich: Pastrami, brie, chilli relish + tomato
I was plotting on the man who resides on Rectory Grove. I came up with a perfectly fitting petty plan, I told my Dragon about said plans and she reminded me about something very important, the universe. You get out what you put in, smile and the world smiles back. In a hectic city, these phrases are hard to believe but you simply must or the universe will start plotting against you.
Salads:
Thai coconut curry
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Roast pepper pasta
Sausage + ham pasta bake
I was tempted to write something mean about you, it would have been true and telling but what would that say about me? The weather says that the clouds will hold their rainfall for today, I will do the same. I will wait until you do something that I consider truly heinous, that will give me a good enough reason to lay you out on the canvas. God bless.
Salads:
Five spiced black bean
Spring onion + ginger rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Lightly spiced spinach + potato
I spent my weekend smoking, eating and sleeping and boy do I feel it today. I used to be an active beast but this rainfall has pushed me inside. I think my lack of time outdoors is contributing to my intensely pessimistic views on society at the moment. If someone could perform an anti rain ceremony that would be swell, I’ve just had a rocky road for breakfast. I need help.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Spinach + herb rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta
Soup: Tuscan tomato
You just have to knuckle down and get through the misery of winter, it’s long and tiresome but there’s no use in sulking. There’s plenty of indoors activities one can get up to. Plus, knowing me, i’ll probably have a miserable spell while the sun is shining later in the year.
Salads:
Med veg lentil
Red pepper rice
Sausage + ham pasta
After discovering that Moose is a great puppy parent my day with the silky demon was relatively enjoyable, I relaxed a little. The afternoon rolled around and then my nemesis came in with a friend who was arguably more annoying than her. My body shook with rage but I managed to remain composed. I fixed my gaze on the outside and took a few breaths then I see the man that resides on Rectory Grove. Snakes are everywhere.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + split pea
Sumac rice
Soup: Indian spiced cauliflower + potato
I’ve had the Silky Demon with me for 4 days now. He was a bit of a nuisance yesterday until I discovered something. He listens to Moose. They must speak a similar language. Either way i’ll take it! It feels as if today will be exponentially less stressful, she says with optimism.
Salads:
Mushroom + white bean
Parsley rice
Baked veggie pasta
Soup: Indian spiced veg