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Day 140 Boring, boredom, bored

What are you doing this weekend? Baking, sewing playing board games? All sounds quite boring. No one has any plans (that they’re telling me of). What is this secret society we live in?!

Salads of the day:

Med veg + brown lentils

Korean spiced black rice

Roast pepper · tomato + oregano pasta

Soup: Mild vegetable madras

Day 139 Roast pig

When you come across an animal that has A LOT of stitches you might ask ‘what happened’ or ‘how’s he doing?’. Not my customers, no. I got ‘what did you do to him?’ and ‘he’s looks like roast pig!’. I’d like to thank my wonderful customers for their kind words on this sensitive morning…

Salads of the day:

Mild veggie curry with aduki beans

Herbed rice

Vegetable ragu pasta

Winter panzanella

Soup: Thai spiced bean + tomato

Sandwich of the day: Garlic salami, Iberico cheese, green tomato relish + tomato

Day 138 The Village People

I swear North St. could be in a village somewhere. Everyone knows each other here it’s such a small town vibe in the middle of one of the biggest cities in the world! It’s not very child friendly though we much prefer dogs, mainly because I don’t have to fear using profanities in their presence.

Salads of the day:

Thai spiced black eyed beans + squash

Edamame + crispy shallot rice

Cauliflower · cashew + tomato pesto pasta

Soup: Spinach · broccoli + potato

Day 137 Lets get political

Question of the day is…would you get a vaccine? I’m not asking if you would be the first lamb to the slaughter, suppose its been ‘tried and tested’ (which we would assume it has been) would you want one? Also fun to see how as soon a Pfizer comes out with a vaccine no one has yet mentioned what they’ve done in the past to ‘cure’ humanity. I think we should just eat more fruit and veg. I don’t know i’m not a doctor.

Salads of the day:

Paprika roasted cauliflower + lentils

Cumin roasted carrot rice

Mushroom ragu pasta

Soup: Indian spiced tomato

Sandwich of the day: Fennel salame, Pecorino cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato

Day 136 Again and again

I was full of joy this weekend after hearing America had voted democrat. I also treated my mother to a three course meal cooked but yours truly and I have to say I think i’m amazing. I’m humble but wow i’m good, unfortunately you all have to settle for Maddalena’s cooking which i guess is okay…

Salads of the day:

Split pea + sweet potato + turmeric

Lightly spiced sweetcorn rice

Roast chicken + tarragon pasta

Soup: Cauliflower · potato + chilli

Day 135 A new leaf

What a Lovely Friday it’s been so far. It;s been such a lovely Friday that i’m going to attempt to keep my sarcasm to a minimum and my pessimism will take a back seat. The dog and I went on a night time trek yesterday and the center of London is like a ghost town, this feeling was amplified my the heavy fog. I love winter.

Salads of the day:

Med veg + lentils

Rose harissa + spinach rice

Courgette · tomato + basil pasta

‘Risotto’ styled pearl barley with feta

Soup: Cumin roasted parsnip + tomato

Sandwich of the day: Cooked ham. edam cheese, Branston pickle, tomato + rocket

Day 134 In demand

Morning all, yesterday was emotionally draining. I’m happy it’s a new day but then there’s the uncertainty of this lockdown to now look forward to . Hey ho, at least 2020 isn’t boring i’ll give it that. If you find yourself climbing the walls at home on day 1 of 30 then come on in for some light entertainment. Lot’s of love, North St.

Salads of the day:

Thai spiced bean with aubergine

Roast tofu rice

Lightly spiced cracked wheat

Soup: Sweet potato · chickpea + ginger

Sandwich of the day: Garlic salame, Manchego cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato

Day 132 Soaked and Soar

Trying to make the most out of the gym before it closes has done the body bad! Ya girl is soar. I got caught in the downpour this morning too, so all in all it’s been a bad start! Hopefully it will get better but I highly doubt, I don’t know why but the general population seem to be in a bad mood I couldn’t guess why…

Salads of the day:

Veggie curry with parsnip + brown lentil

Lightly spiced coconut rice

Leek · roast olive + tomato pasta

Soup: Harissa spiced parsnip + tomato

Day 131 We will remain

Don’t worry my little lambs, the deli will remain OPEN! My scientific advisers have informed me that if the deli closes the Clapham population will in fact loose their minds. With that information it is with great joy that I can tell you I will still be waking up at 5:30am to make coffee and serve salads…yay.

Salads of the day:

Mexican beans

Cumin roasted carrot rice

Broccoli · chilli + garlic pasta

Soup: White bean · tomato + rosemary

Sandwich of the day: Mortadella ham, Pecorino cheese, Chilli relish + tomato

Day 130 I just love love

I do love a Friday. People just let loose, any anger they hold they give up because of the day of the week. I love it. Humans are such simple beasts.

Salads of the day:

White bean + paprika roast peppers

Ginger · turmeric + chilli rice

Roast vegetable ragu pasta

Panzanella

Soup: Mushroom + tomato

Day 129 This is painful

Today i’m not okay. My Achilles is a-killing me. ha, great banter. Don’t be fooled, know that every step I take I squeal internally. Alas i’m still here for you. This whole exercise thing just isn’t for me folks.

Salads of the day:

Thai coconut curry with split peas

Rainbow rice

Chicken ragu fregola (pasta

Soup: Fat squash · rosemary + tomato

Sandwich of the day: Pastrami beef, Camembert cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato

Day 127 You're not ready

Corona, we all know her. She’s in all our lives in many different forms. What if I told you she won’t be coming to a West End stage near you…because she’s her own worst enemy? Confused? That’s understandable, but we’re creating something other than food at the deli…a musical. #yourewelcome

Salads of the day:

Moroccan spiced lentils

Herbed rice

Cauliflower + tomato ragu pasta

Soup: Rainbow squash · paprika + tomato

Sandwich of the day: Cooked ham, Edam cheese, Green tomato relish + tomato

Day 126 Monday Funday

Yes i’m in a good mood, i’m walking on sunshine. I went farming yesterday and on Saturday I went to Brindisa for some Tapas. Verdict? Loved it. 10/10 recommend. You can find Tapas all over London now, but Brindisa has stood the test of time and after trying it myself (instead of listening to a customers review) I know why.

Salads of the day:

Aubergine + black bean in black bean sauce

Seaweed + tofu rice

Roast pepper · cashew + rocket pesto

Paneer curry

Soup: Cauliflower · ginger + potato

Day 125 Following the rules

What a s**t show 2020 has turned out to be. I didn’t expect it to be better than any other year but this is so bad you just got to laugh! I didn’t think that when asking my mates if they wanted to go out for dinner that they would question whether we should because of government guidelines. Imagine as a teenager, ‘hey wanna get drunk this weekend?’ ‘we can’t we’re under 18!’ Never happened.

Salads of the day:

Paprika spiced cauliflower + beans

Roast tofu rice

Chicken ragu pasta

Polenta veggie bake

Soup: Red lentil · ginger + lemongrass

Sandwich of the day: Spicy salame, Brie, spicy peach relish + tomato

Day 124 For the love of drugs

I’m not on drugs, the dog is. He’s in the cone of shame but he’s doing fine. However he’s only allowed minimal exercise so if anyone wants to go for a walk in the evening let me know, don’t worry I have a leash I can use no whips, I can use a chain if that’s what you prefer…this got weird fast. Anyway..

Salads of the day:

Veggie curry with black eyed beans

Harissa rice

Squash + sage ragu pasta

Thai style coconut + surimi curry

Soup: Squash + rosemary

Day 123 Let it rain

No complaining, yes I know it’s raining. I’m a little blue today because Moose (deli dog) is in hospital. However in happier news I had the best Indian food i’ve had in my life yesterday. It’s a bit of a trek but Saravanaa bhavan serves up some stunning food!!

Salads of the day:

Chickpea + mushroom

Spinach + sundried tomato rice

Roast pepper + cashew pesto pasta

Lentil · feta + tomato salad

Soup: Sweet potato · ginger + tomato

Sandwich of the day: Fennel salame, provola cheese, Chilli jam + tomato

Day 122 House of living art

As you know, the deli is inspirational and provides inspiration. My favourite Hungarian came in this morning, made love to her porridge and then presented me with a proposition to do a little exhibition in the back room. Art, food, culture is there nothing the deli can’t do?

Salads of the day:

Thai spiced split pea + squash

Edamame + crispy shallot rice

Chicken + bacon pearl barley

Soup: Lightly spiced velvet aubergine

Day 121 Loving a Monday

OMG i’m so quirky I love a Monday, Look at me…What’s wrong with Monday’s? I’m pretty sure i’ve had this rant before but ‘it’s Monday’ is not a reason to have the face of a smacked arse. Treat it like ‘new week new me’ and be happy, because it’s probably all down hill from here. #happymonday?

Salads of the day:

Med veg + kidney beans

Miso + carrot rice

Courgette · tomato + rosemary

Soup: Carrot · ginger + red lentil

Sandwich of the day: Mortadella ham, Fontina cheese, jalapeno relish + tomato

Day 120 Friday Killing

North St. is the place to be on a Friday. To be fair the service is the best. Last night was amazing(I hate myself for loving it) It’s a distant memory now though. My Mother is lucky I don’t suffer from hangovers, don’t worry y’all i’m on my A game!!

Salads of the day:

Turkish spiced aubergine + chickpea

Sun dried tomato + rosemary rice

Roast pepper · basil + tomato pasta

Organic pearl barley with a mushroom ragu

Soup: Lightly spiced autumn veg

Day 119 They love us

What’s the best time to come to the deli? I don’t know anymore! There’s always someone in the shop, i’ve come away from my desk 4 TIMES just to write this menu. It’s nice to be loved! Speaking of being loved shout out to Maddy (ex employee) who’s taking me for dinner tonight…review incoming.

Salads of the day:

Curried parsnips + lentils

Sumac rice

Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta

Soup: Velvet mushroom

Sandwich of the day: Chorizo, pecorino cheese, sun-dried tomato + fresh tomato