Hello, missed me? When I’m not at work it feels like i’m in an alternative universe. My new year has mainly consisted of gaming and eating. Now it’s back to reality, and i’m genuinely happy to be back as are the rest of the team. It’s easy to go a little crazy when you have no routine.
Salads:
Five spice veg + aduki beans
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Tomato + herb pasta
Cheesy potato bake
Soup: Potato + ginger
Sandwich: Parma ham, Manchego cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
We will return January 16th. I want to thank all our customers from the annoying dietary requirement rascals to the bantering bandits. This year has been swift and filled with too many highs and lows to mention. Thank you for waiting in all weather conditions and putting up with our questionable service. I can’t wait to see you in the new year and hopefully we’ll be ready for all the antics that 2023 has to give. Love you, over and out.
Salads:
Thai coconut curry
Spring onion + ginger rice
Tomato, basil + french bean pasta
Soup: Cumin roasted parsnip
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Manchego cheese, chilli relish + tomato
We are finally getting a Christmas tree tonight. I’ve been seeing beautifully decorated trees situated perfectly in peoples windows and now its our time. Like with everything, our family does things a little differently. We just cover that pine tree in lights and a single border collie ornament.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Spinach + herb rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Sandwich: Chorizo, provola cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
My computer was running slowly so I called in a ‘Nerd’ (this is what they called themselves, I would prefer to be called a Genius but whatever). I was told my computer is old and slow. It’s 8 years old but I guess in computer years that makes my PC a pensioner. I refuse to accept the diagnosis, here’s to another 8 years!
Salads:
Braised chickpeas
Lemon + garlic rice
Tomato + french beans pasta
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
We’re open until the end of the week. There’s so much to do before we close, i’m making so many lists and checking them tice (cheeky xmas reference). I expected it to be much quieter this week as people start to head home, shock horror, I was wrong.
Salads:
Chickpea + rainbow peppers
Smoed garlic rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Turkey + parma ham braise
Soup: Spiced sweet potato + ginger
Sandwich: Turkey, bacon, cheddar, cranberry, mayo, mustard, slaw + gravy to dip
The party was intense and this morning has mainly consisted of confirming that certain events took place. Saying this no work has been done and now we’re very behind. It’s all a mess.
Salads:
Beetroot goulash
Spinach + cumin rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Five spice veg
Tomorrow the deli will be having a shubz. Turns our a lot of people don’t know what this means. Here’s some knowledge for your noggin, a shubz is a party. Could be carnage, hopefully not. Either way we will open on Monday as if nothing happened.
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Preserved lemon rice
Broccoli, chilli + garlic pasta
Soup: Celeriac, apple + potato
Sandwich: Cumberland sausage, pecorino, Apple relish, frenchie’s mustard + tomato
Minus 4 people, MINUS 4! I’ve made myself a little hot chocolate to cheer myself up. Working in catering makes it a little hard to get into all the festivities. I’m not a Grinch, I actually love Christmas but work comes first so I don’t make holiday plans until the blinds are down and the oven is off.
Salads:
Five spice vegetables + aduki beans
Tofu + edamame rice
Spinach + pea pesto pasta
Soup: Lightly spiced tomato + lentil
I started my working day by covering myself in oat milk and then a double shot of coffee. I’m feeling a slight burning sensation and I smell like a latte. This has not dampened my spirits I am in a relatively good mood but like always, anything can walk through that door and ruin my day.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + lentils
Lemon + herb rice
Roast pepper + tomato pasta
Soup: Velvet mushroom
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Provola cheese, Fig + chilli relish, tomato
I’m done now. This cold is too cold even for my cold soul. I’ve practically been ice skating down the street. Moose seems to be at peace with this icy hell but I can’t walk on all fours (i’ve tried). Plus waking up before dawn is hard enough add ice to the equation and it’s enough to make you whimper on the way to work.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Rose harissa rice
Chicken + tarragon pasta
Blue cheese potato bake
Soup: Cauliflower, potato, ginger + turmeric
Hasn’t been too busy this morning. Should I talk about the snow? Is that to obvious a talking point on this frosty morning? It’s pretty viewing, but when an icy cluster slips into your boot it’s suddenly a bit of a pain in the arse. That and the rest of the problems snow causes. But yeah… it’s pretty.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Spinach + herb rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Indian spiced curry with paneer
Soup: Tuscan tomato
Sandwich: Parma ham, Manchego, jalapeno relish + tomato
Honey child I can’t even. I was up at 5am this morn, they common was beautiful and frosty. I was greeted at work a mountain of work to climb so there is NO Friday feeling up in this bitch. I have been running at full pelt all day. Who needs cocaine when you have the deli eh?
Salads:
Indian spiced veggie curry
Ginger + turmeric rice
Leek, black olive + tomato pasta
Soup: I don’t know i’m sorry
My eye’s won’t stop crying. It’s all the onion juice in the air. My body hurts and my patience is low. So i will rant on here about a constant conversation that has taken place this morning to relieve some of my angry tension …Yes, it’s cold, we do this every year as if it’s a big surprise that it gets cold in winter.
Salads:
Thai coconut curry with black bean
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Sausage + ham ragu pasta
Crab stick + pickled ginger rice noodle salad
Soup: Cumin roasted parsnip + tomato
Sandwich: Mortadella ham. Pecorino cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
I’m struggling to think of presents for the family. I could go to Boots and get a three for two but the gift sets would be poorly received and with good reason. It’s personality less tat. I take pride in gift giving so if I can’t find anything that fits the only thing my family will be unwrapping is quality street.
Salads:
Mushroom ragu + pinto beans
Parsley + lemon rice
Roast squash ragu pasta
Something with turkey
Soup: Med veg + tomato
I get a lot of shit for my vicious attitude, I blame my Italian mother. Anyway, this morning someone was being a Karen at the gym and the PT had just started their shift and it made me feel so much better about myself. At least I have the decency to allow people to sip their morning brew before tearing them a new one.
Salads:
Tuscan white beans
Spinach + herb rice
Sundried tomato + cashew pesto pasta
Braised lentils + salted ricotta
Soup: Squash + rosemary
Sandwich: Fennel salame, Provola picante, Fig relish + tomato
I trialled waking up at 5am and exercising first thing. This is my attempt to feel better about my health during the heavy eating that takes place over the Christmas season. I went through an unholy amount of Maoam’s last week and I really feel the need to repent.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Leek + dill rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta
Potato + paneer curry
Soup: Coconut curried vegetables
Sandwich: Chorizo, Brie, Onion relish + tomato
This has been a heavy week. I’ve been inundated with work, banter and problems and I just went numb. I swear I looked like a ghost during the rush yesterday, just floating about with no expression on my face. I don’t think many would bat an eyelid because you never know what vibe you’ll walk into at the deli!
Salads:
Indian spiced coconut curry
Cumin roasted carrot rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Sandwich: Parma ham, Peppercorn pecorino, Spicy peach relish + tomato
First day of the advent calendar. I went for a slightly unorthodox choice. Instead of chocolate I purchased a cheeky calendar from Lovehoney. I might regret telling this to the world but i’m not a big fan of taboo’s. Let’s be honest, It’s going to be a very merry Christmas.
Salads:
Sriracha aduki beans
Crispy tofu + ginger rice
Courgette, tomato + rosemary pasta
Beany beef braise
Soup: Spiced red lentil + tomato
England won, good for them. I lost this morning when I woke up and hour late. I managed to pull it back of course (I always do) so now I get to enjoy (hopefully) the rest of my day. Tonight we’re going to watch basketball. Tomorrow December begins.
Salads:
Paprika black beans + pumpkin
Rosemary + garlic rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Velvet mushroom
Sandwich: Cumberland sausage, chilli pecorino, Onion relish + tomato
It’s a very busy day today. I know it’s always busy but there’s different levels. On top of the rush we have catering and then I have emails galore coming in. I’m slightly panicked but that’s good it encourages me to work as efficiently as possible…ja feel?
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Lemon + sumac rice
Roast pepper + tomato pasta
Veggie bake
Soup: Sweet potato, ginger + tomato