Travels in search of quiet eating
DISCLAIMER – THIS VISIT WAS CONCLUDED BEFORE THE UK IMPOSED LOCK DOWN Usually when people laugh in my face, it is after I get to know them. Usually after about an hour. This time, it was within 30 seconds of stepping in. Bluebird Brothers is…
There is definitely something to be said for creating expectation. Look at that decal. Promisingly, something not mainstream. Motif repeated on rather snazzy copper plaque at the door if you missed it. The theme continues into the waiting room. Got to keep it real. Some…
Sometimes I am accused of being a snob. Sometimes I agree. I admit that I am a picky man, particularly when it comes to coffee. However, like all whimsical irritants, my tastes constantly change. At times I like or hate all of the following: burnt,…
Putting thoughts of blasphemy to one side, this coffee shop had a rather interesting name. In computer games that I have known, the deluxe ultimate mega-fiend slaying move guaranteed to bag you the win seemed to generate an even more fantastical name the further and…
One thing that is guaranteed to increase interest is the great reveal. It is particularly gratifying when it ends up squashing someone down to their appropriate size. I can remember in days gone when the bully would act all high and mighty. Happily shoving others…