I knew that this week was going to be intense but I didn’t quite realise how much I’ve packed in. I woke up this morning and tried to schedule in naps to fuel the ungodly work load I have ahead but alas there’s no time. Plus tonight will be the opposite of R&R as we are venturing to South Ken to watch the Italy game. FORZA ITALIA!
Salads:
Five spiced veg + black bean
Crispy tofu rice
Smokey aubergine + tomato pasta
Crab stick rice noodle salad with Korean dressing
Soup: Spinach, pea + potato
Sandwich: Speck ham, Provola cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
Yesterday was so jam packed with unexpected activity and antics that I’ve woken up in a bit of a blur. I need a heavy dose of white noise while just staring into nothingness because I feel a little pulled apart. I would love a Freaky Friday scenario so I could see how someone else would handle my day to day life and vice versa.
Salads:
Peri peri cauliflower + split peas
Carrot + dill rice
Spinach, pea, mint + roasted garlic pasta
Soup: Leek, potato + chives
Due to the fact I have an emotionally and sometimes physically draining job I struggle to make plans in advance. Don’t ask me what i’m doing on Friday because that all depends on what shit my shift throws at me. If I do make plans with you, know that i’ve figured out the logistics and made a plan, if these plans change last minute, i’m out.
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Sumac rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Mushroom salad with croutons and parmesan dressing
Soup: Spiced chickpea + red lentil
Sandwich: Pastrami beef, Chilli pecorino, Chilli relish + tomato
Happy Monday, looks like there will be a whisper of summer this week! It really feels like we’ve reached the halfway point of the year, i’m looking at the next 6 months and trying to put my plans in order. As it stands I have a list of things i’d like to achieve this year but with no strategy to execute. Adulting is overrated.
Salads:
White bean + roast peppers
Spinach + herb rice
Mushroom + tomato pasta
Potato salad with cured bacon crumb
Soup: lightly spiced squash + chickpea
Sandwich: Fennel salami, Provola cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
Happy Friday my people. The day is looking stressful but doable and that’s all we can ask for. We have so much work to do I’ve started writing things down because i’m convinced I’m due for a mishap. All I have to do is keep my head down and not get distracted by the characters that waltz through the door. Easier said then done i’ll tell ya!
Salads:
Braised chickpea + squash
Rainbow rice
Roast pepper + tomato pasta
Procrastination is a killer. I get so caught up in figuring out my every move that I end up talking myself out of it. Anything, any small task or social occasion and god forbid tfl is involved. I get so caught up in logistics that’s it’s just easier to sweep it all under the rug and wait for another day. But we’re not promised tomorrow.
Salads:
Black lentil + aubergine curry
Lemon + coriander rice
Cauliflower + sunflower seed pesto pasta
Chicken, bacon, potato + leek braise
Soup: Roast squash + tomato
Sandwich: Chorizo, Manchego, Chilli relish + tomato
The truth is a bitter pill to swallow and once it’s administered there’s no going back. I’m your local flat white therapist, I have no degree but a whole lot of life experience and if you’re ever in need I can be a friendly stranger for you to unload your problems onto and perhaps through conversation we can find some way of moving forward rather then regressing on the past.
Salads:
Chilli non carne
Cumin roasted spinach rice
Roast squash ragu pasta
Sandwich: Speck ham, Pecorino cheese, Jalapeno relish + tomato
Even if I wanted to relax I don’t think I could. I have no control as soon as I roll up the blinds, by the time it gets to 9am I’ve had more conversation then the average person probably has in their entire day. I come into work half asleep like a normal person but somehow my brain has found a way to itself into gear without any kind of gameplan, you just have to get on with it.
Salads:
Chickpea + jackfruit curry
Red pepper rice
Leek, black olive + tomato pasta
Beetroot, chickpea + dill salad
Soup: Mild vegetable madras
British summertime is something else. I get it we live in the northern hemisphere and scientifically the weather makes sense but how are the people expected to smile when there’s drizzle in June? The British were born to be miserable. It’s set to be the wettest summer in years, you can add my tears to the rising sea levels.
Salads:
Med veg lentils
Spinach + herb rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Soup: Lightly spiced chickpea
Sandwich: Mortadella ham, Raclette cheese, Spicy peach relish + tomato
I had a night of pure nostalgic joy with Dragon so my good mood is due to that illustrious creature. It’s been another jam packed morning (it was actually a bacon packed morning but I don’t think that’s one of the ye olde English phrases). On a different note, could you look under you sofa pillows and see if you have any spare change, we’ve been having to give £1 in 20p’s and that’s a heavy weight that no one needs!
Salads:
Chickpea + sweet potato curry
Miso + spring onion rice
Mushroom + tomato pasta
Sandwich: Pulled pork, Cheddar cheese, Kimchi slaw + BBQ mayo
I haven’t really felt present this week, everything has moved so fast it’s been hard to keep up but it’s been enjoyable. Today has consisted of so many different conversations my mind is discombobulated (such a great word) I need a heavy influx of sandwiches to come in so I can put my mind in game mode.
Salads:
5 spiced black bean
Tofu + crispy shallot rice
baked veggie pasta
Panzanella style salad with feta dressing
Soup: Sweetcorn, ginger + potato
It was a rush from the get go this morning and we only have half the team but Frankie and I were like Jordan and Pippen and smashed it! We still have the rest of the day to conquer but i’m optimistic. Who knows what the rest of the day has in store, no doubt there’s chaos yet to come!
Salads:
Braised white beans, tomato + rosemary
Mediterranean styled rice
Smokey aubergine pasta
Potato + tomato salad with tahini dressing
Soup: Cumin roasted potato + spinach
Sandwich: Fennel salami, Provola cheese, Chilli relish + tomato
I think I need to invest in more me time. I spend so much time calculating and analysing when i’m with people and there’s no point. People are and will always be strange to me, taking in everyone’s quips and quirks is draining so today i’m going to checkout.
Salads:
Chickpea + cauliflower curry
Sweetcorn + ginger rice
Sausage + ham pasta
Potato + crab stick salad with Korean dressing
Soup: Sweet potato, ginger + tomato
Something has been tickling my eye all morning and I still can’t find the culprit. I’m playing catch up as I’ve spent my morning doing up chatty patty. I need to get my head in the game. The leisurely morning crowd has been so tranquil that my mind has forgotten that I have a relatively intense job that waits for no one.
Salads:
Mexican beans
Lemon + rosemary rice
Broccoli, chilli + garlic pasta
Chickpea + sweet potato with mango lime pickle dressing
Soup: Tuscan tomato
Sandwich: Spicy salami, gorgonzola, caramelised onion relish + tomato
Even with the misery clouds in the air we’ve managed to have an idyllic morning. We’ve been frequented by some funny punters this morning which has really pumped my mood. I may have underestimated how busy we are going to be, I may have forgotten it was Friday, I may be in a bit of a panic about the amount of bread I’ve ordered. I know you’re probably hanging out your nether regions but if you want your deli fix it’s now or never people.
Salads:
Chickpea + sweet potato curry
Ginger + spring onion rice
Bacon + leek pasta
Med veg with halloumi
Soup: Lightly spiced veg
Its been a slow morning which has left lot’s of room for natter. I love when we’re in the midst of conversation then a new player enters the room and rather than stopping the banter they join in. The vibes have been top notch. I’m so blessed to be surrounded by colleagues who’s presence I genuinely enjoy. Big live, laugh, love antics.
Salads:
Braised squash + black eyed peas
Spinach + herb rice
Cauliflower + cashew pesto pasta
Roast carrot salad with feta dressing
Soup: Indian spiced tomato
Sandwich: Speck ham, Provola, chilli relish + tomato
Envy is a natural feeling. I’m envious all the live long day, especially when the weather is looking so inviting. Walking round the common at 8am or an early gym sesh, having your coffee at the establishment from whence it came rather than taking it away because you can’t stop, technically being at work because you’re in the zoom call but you’re out getting lunch, booking a last minute getaway because you own your weekends, calling in sick because you need an urgent dose of R&R. Must be nice.
Salads:
Moroccan spiced lentils
Sumac + lemon rice
Mushroom ragu pasta
Chickpea + paneer braise
Soup: Indian spiced chickpea + tomato
After visiting a couple of food establishments this weekend I’ve decided to spark up my reviews again. It’s time to put these trendy eateries under my microscope, separate the clout and the food to determine is that place actually good or are we just following the herd. I found myself at a Toby Carvery this weekend, laugh if you want but it slapped in every category.
Salads:
5 spiced veg with black bean
Edamame + crispy shallot rice
Sausage + ham ragu pasta
Baked veggie pasta
Soup: Sriracha spiced chickpea
Sandwich: Sausage, cheddar, caramelised onion relish, BBQ mayo + tomato
Be warned, i’m working the counter today. It’s been a really good week, this is mainly because of my junior customers who have brought in some zesty conversations and amazing art pieces but the adults have been bearable too. I’m sure it will be absolute raucous this lunchtime so I will probably be numb by 3pm. Yay for the May bank holiday!
Salads:
Ginger + turmeric chickpeas
Lemon + herb rice
Tomato + french bean pasta
Panzanella style salad with mushroom + parmesan
Soup: Spiced chickpea + tomato
It’s so easy to look at all the things you’d like to change about your life. Put yourself in an alternative universe or just make a couple tweaks to your reality but it’s also important to appreciate the good parts no matter how small. I’m guilty of concentrating on the negative, luckily I have a beautiful network of people around me who effortlessly poke positivity into my dark heart.
Salads:
Braised beans with tomato + rosemary
Sweetcorn + sriracha rice
Roast vegetable ragu pasta