Look, we’ve discussed face masks until we’re blue in the face… (See what I did there? More often than not people are wearing those blue face masks. It is indeed a strong start.) …the argument seems to sit pretty squarly on whether you believe: A) They are used to prevent you firing globules of infectedContinue reading “We need to talk about hand sanitiser”
Category Archives: Food for thought
Restaurants are dead – good
That’s right, restaurants have no place in a post COVID-19 world, and frankly, it’s a good thing. Restaurants are bad. They’re bad for all sorts of reasons which I’ll explore later in this thought piece, but fortunately a global pandemic has hopefully put an end to them. As a result of Coronavirus the eating landscapeContinue reading “Restaurants are dead – good”
A History of Pizza Eating in Birmingham and Where to Eat it Now
Some of you may be surprised by the number of pizza restaurants rising up in Birmingham recently – research suggests we can expect no fewer than four dough flinging outlets per person in the city centre by 2020. Quite the prospect. Of course, anyone with an even reasonable grasp of history won’t be surprised byContinue reading “A History of Pizza Eating in Birmingham and Where to Eat it Now”
Salsa Verde
Sauce, you love a sauce don’t you? Yum yum, sauce. “Excuse me waiter, could I have some more sauce?” You ask embarrassingly in a restaurant. “Please, just a drop more sauce, I love sauce you see. Don’t I love sauce, darling? Go on, tell him,” you plead. “Yes, he really does like sauce.” BUT, whatContinue reading “Salsa Verde”
Where to spend Valentine’s Day in Birmingham
Any romantic worth their weight in jizz knows that Birmingham is one of the most romantic cities in the world. Don’t believe me? Then read this: Birmingham Is The Most Romantic City In The World And People Are There For It. Why is it so romantic? Well, not a lot of people know – butContinue reading “Where to spend Valentine’s Day in Birmingham”
Bistrot Pierre
“Bonjour, est Peter dans la maison?” “Sorry?” “Wae’aye! Is Pierre in the house, like?” That’s just a short snippet of a conversation that dragged on for over 45 minutes. Eventually, it became clear that Peter was not in the house. It was at this point too late to find anywhere else to eat, so weContinue reading “Bistrot Pierre”
Great British Menu
The BBC’s Great British Menu is back on our screens showcasing some of the most exciting chefs in the country competing for their chance to cook at a culinary feast marking 70 years of the NHS. Briefed with the task of creating “celebratory and heartfelt dishes in tribute to the heroic staff of the NHS,”Continue reading “Great British Menu”
Opus – Birmingham
Wednesday – it rolls around once a week without fail, whether you like it or not. You get through Tuesday, but then BANG Wednesday. You’ve still got three more days at work to complete before you get the two where you’re allowed to do with as you want. When I say ‘two days to doContinue reading “Opus – Birmingham”
How to become a food blogger
“I received this mediocre food for free, but all views expressed are mine. 5 stars, visit at once!” I know what you’re thinking, you’re thinking, “I want free mediocre food too!” Well, follow these five simple tips to become a food blogger and this dream could become a reasonable tasting reality. Decide on a nameContinue reading “How to become a food blogger”
Foodie Boys 