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petticoats, piccadils, passages

Posted on September 29, 2015 by agogo22

Streets in England are a delightful change from those named after Midwest rodents, like Possum Run, or Otter Road. They’re named after lovely old ruffly things; petticoats and piccadils. Everything is Piccadilly over here. Apparently, it takes its name from … Continue reading →

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Eggs: pickled and otherwise

Posted on September 23, 2015 by agogo22

I noticed a big jar of pickled eggs on the shelf in The Castle Hotel pub, and wondered if people actually eat them with a pint. Apparently, they do. They are traditional pub food. I thought about asking for one, … Continue reading →

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Fish and chips. Oh yes.

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

Fridays are fish and chip nights at Stainforth Manor, which makes me incandescently happy. We get them from a little shop around the corner called Wokabout, which also does excellent Chinese food. It’s the most delicious fish and chips ever; … Continue reading →

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They have buh-gahs over here!

Posted on September 12, 2015 by agogo22

Last night RG and I went to the Manchester Food and Drink Festival in Albert Square. I was pleased as punch to find a booth making fresh real American burgers, or buh-gahs, as they say over here. Buh-gahs, Thuhs-day. Such … Continue reading →

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