I’m convinced that I have to deal with more drama than the average person purely because I own a deli where people express their sober woe’s at all hours of the working day. You’d think I’d be bored of the constant calamities but I find it so interesting. The deli would be a great setting for a David Attenborough series on anthropology.
Salads:
Spicy gungo peas
All spice rice
Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta
Bacon, potato + leek braise
Soup: sweet potato + ginger
Yesterday was a good day. I’m underlining this because it’s a rarity that I can whole heartedly say ‘I had a good day today’ but it is possible. I’m aiming to achieve the same sensation today but the to do list is looking peak. Never the less, when looking for fulfilment and satisfaction set small goals because hurdles are easier to conquer than the high jump.
Salads:
Three lentil curry
Lemon + mint rice
Cauliflower + sunflower seed pesto pasta
Veggie pasta bake
Soup: Spinach, potato + parsnip
Great weekend. We cleaned up at the quiz, I secured a lot of Lego and my prize fighter won by TKO. It’s been a slow morning with the majority still painfully hungover from the weekend antics. I’m sitting pretty on the other side as I didn’t indulge in the devils juice but instead I opted for God’s green leaf, woke up fresh as a daisy this morn.
Salads:
Mexican beans
Spinach + herb rice
Mushroom + tomato pasta
Sausage, ham + bean braise
Soup: Lightly spiced black lentil
Sandwich: Spicy salami, Fontina cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
It’s another fun filled weekend ahead. I have gone through an ungodly amount of quality street this week I put it down to me feeling sorry for myself. However the over eating season is upon us and if I want to eat like a beast I have to become besties with the treadmill to compensate. Girl math.
Salads:
Roast squash + black lentils
Sweet pepper + sriracha rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta
Soup: Indian spiced lentil
Sandwich: Fennel salami, Pecorino cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
I managed to slice my index finger and thumb on the slicer yesterday. This is not ideal as I have a hands on job but I have to push through the pain and get on with it. Obviously I want to whimper and stew in my unfortunate situation but Mother won’t allow for it as she has sliced her finger many times and still managed to push out food for 200 people.
Salads:
Mild mung bean curry
Coconut + ginger rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Med veg lentils with salted ricotta
Soup: Lightly spiced parsnip
I have to actively try to trust people. I’ve experienced so many slighting’s in my career so i’m inevitably cautious. What angers me the most is when I put my faith in a person, even when everyone in my vicinity tells me that they’re a waste of time and space and then they go and disrespect me. Don’t be surprised when I burn the bridge with no intention of a rebuild.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Rainbow rice
Roast squash ragu pasta
Chickpea, beetroot + dill with ricotta salata
Soup: Indian spiced vegetables
Sandwich: Speck ham, Provola cheese, House relish + tomato
My ears are blocked, like that feeling when you reach a high altitude. I keep trying to yawn to pop them but no luck yet. Nelly is in today which means Mother and I will be taking on the sandwich section. This is going to be an interesting lunch rush. You can’t have two head chefs…who will win the petty battle?
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Spinach + herb rice
Chicken ragu pasta
Veggie pasta bake
Soup: Leek, potato + chive
I had a great weekend, top tier entertainment. This evening Moose and I will head to Peter Jones (weather depending) and stock up on quality street. I love a box of chocolates and this year I will feel less guilty for going through kilo’s of quality street as their packaging is now apparently recyclable!
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + split peas
Carrot + dill rice
Roast pepper + tomato pasta
Veggie bake with croutons
Soup: Velvet mushroom
Sandwich: Chorizo, Pecorino, Chilli relish + tomato
I don’t like making plans because I have commitment issues but as the festive season is rolling in so are the social events. I will be taking it one week at a time. This week has been top tier, other than the cowboy scammer on hump day. So I will be attending my social engagements with a merry heart!
Salads:
Thai spiced coconut curry
Tofu + miso rice
Mushroom + artichoke ragu pasta
Soup: Sweet potato + ginger
Sandwich: Spicy salami, Chilli pecorino, Red onion relish + tomato
I have no wifi at home so we had to settle for freeview last night which was quite the throwback. I haven’t heard ‘find out after the break’ in a minute. I was sucked in by the adverts because I find them so interesting, it’s a little glimpse into modern society. Hopefully the internet gets installed today, the nostalgia was fun for a night.
Salads:
Roast pepper + white bean
Lemon + herb rice
Courgette, tomato + rosemary pasta
Spiced beans + crab stick
Soup: Tuscan tomato
I, like a normal person, believe the festive period begins at the very end of November so planning festive fun now seems so corporate. Christmas belongs to December. If you like Christmas spirit you can be a nice person all year long don’t try and start the festive period now and if you start feeling festive in October don’t even look in my direction.
Salads:
Aubergine in black bean with aduki beans
Wakame seaweed rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Soup: Vegetable madras
Sandwich: Milano salami, Smoked mozzarella, Jalapeno relish + tomato
Monday’s get a lot of schtick for being the worst day of the week but i’m not a fan of Tuesday’s. The responsibilities of the week have sunk in and the weekend seems so far away. This Tuesday is a fine day. The sun is out and the morning has been pleasant. Let’s make this feeling last.
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Sumac + preserved lemon rice
Chicken ragu pasta
Mushroom concoction with polenta croutons
Soup: Spiced carrot + lentils
I’ve been struggling to write something positive so I went up to the shop floor and quizzed people on their good news to see if I could find something happy to chat about. I can’t say I was successful in finding a happy tale to tell. Any good news? Anyone?
Salads:
Mexican beans
Red pepper rice
Broccoli, chilli + garlic pasta
Jackfruit braise
Soup: Med veg lentils
Sandwich: Cumberland sausage, Swiss cheese, Apple + ale chutney + tomato
I ran home to my bed ready for a glorious nap. I woke up at 6am. Needless to say i’m well rested today. This does not mean I’m in a good mood but at least i’m not yearning for rest. Should be a quiet weekend so I might invest in a little more R&R, maybe by Monday i’ll be leaning on the happier side of life.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Spinach + herb rice
French bean, Tomato + herb pasta
Potato + chickpea braise with sausage + ham
Soup: Velvet mushroom + tomato
Sandwich: Chorizo, Chilli pecorino, Tomato relish + tomato
I’m in low power mode. All I can think about is ploughing through the lunch rush and running home to my bed. I‘ve had so much information thrown at me this morning and some hilarious conversations have taken place but I just can’t focus my mind on anything other than my duvet. Pathetic fallacy.
Salads:
Cauliflower curry
Lemongrass rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Roast squash + ginger
Sandwich: Chorizo, Fontina cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
We ran out of bread relatively early yesterday. I’ve ordered more bread to accommodate my carby crowd but this morning has demolished my attempt at being prepared. Some smart ass came in the late afternoon yesterday and said ‘so your a sandwich shop without bread?’ to which I relied ‘We’re actually a deli, and your moustache screams my mother never told me she loved me!’ I’m joking but I wish I did.
Salads:
Chickpea + roast quash braise
Spring onion + garlic rice
Med veg ragu pasta
Mushroom, potato + leek bake
Soup: Lightly spiced vegetable
Happy Halloween. This morning we’ve been visited by a T-rex and I sliced my knuckles while prepping the speck ham. Eventful morning as always. I don’t intend on participating in the festivities of Halloween because it’s just another capitalist ploy to make to spend unnecessary funds on unnecessary shite. Just another trick.
Salads:
Indian spiced coconut curry
‘Peshwari’ rice (turmeric, coconut + currents)
Courgette, tomato + basil pasta
Chickpea, potato + paneer curry
Soup: Sweet potato + ginger
Sandwich: Speck ham, Cheddar, Jalapeno relish + tomato
What a dreary weekend. Owning a dog means I have to embrace the rain but i’ve lost my waterproof jacket so I have to weather the storm with my puffer which is not ideal as I seem to just soak up every droplet that lands on me. Anyway, new week same shite. Let’s get into it.
Salads:
Beetroot goulash
Lemon + dill rice
Roast squash ragu pasta
BBQ sausage + ham braise
Soup: Tuscan tomato
Sandwich: Fennel salami, Pecorino cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
Oh Friday, you never cease to amaze me. Friday’s are so complex, everyone comes in with a different state of mind. Our jobs are to adapt to each customers vibe and Jesus it’s exhausting. However a catering job has come in last minute and this will provide the perfect distraction to my spiralling thoughts. Chin chin to Friday!
Salads:
Vegetable chickpea curry
Cumin roasted carrot + mint rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Soup: Leek, dill + potato
Sandwich: Dry rub roat pork, Celeriac slaw, Jalapeno relish + tomato
What a miserable day, sorry to be so solum. I have so many bits and bobs to get through today but come hell or fire I will get my shit done. However there have been immaculate vibes in the deli this morning it’s so easy to forget we’re at work and there’s duties to be completed. You’re all so distracting.
Salads:
Five spiced aubergine + aduki bean
Crispy tofu + ginger rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Egg noodle salad with bean curd
Soup: Lightly spiced sweet potato + lentil