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Nothing special tonight, just something quick and simple:
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Ham omelette, air-fried potato slices and frozen peas.
Fresh mago for dessert, and all washed down with a glass or two of a 2018 Château La Fon du Berger, Haut-Médoc.
Nice colour on the omelette, Barry.
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
19-09-2026, 06:50
You got one of those little electric omelette makers Barry? We have one and they come out looking like that. It's a good thing, and didn't cost silly money.
Not sure what you mean, Justers - what else should I be eating?
:popcorn::)
Marco.
For lunch today... Chicken liver pâté with melba toast and redcurrant jelly, fig jam, and eggs stuffed with tuna mayonnaise, and salad:
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Marco.
:popcorn::)
Marco.I've seen some Tom Yum and a few other bits that aren't typically British but otherwise I would have expected a more Italian focused diet.
Eat what you like. I'm just saying.
Lol, but what do you term as an "Italian focussed diet"? That's the bit I'm confused about...:hmm:
Marco.
Lawrence001
19-09-2026, 13:42
Lol, but what do you term as an "Italian focussed diet"? That's the bit I'm confused about...:hmm:
Marco.Easy lots of pizza and pasta, same as a French diet is baguette, snails and horse meat with plenty of onions and garlic.
Pigmy Pony
19-09-2026, 13:46
For lunch today... Chicken liver pâté with melba toast and redcurrant jelly, fig jam, and eggs stuffed with tuna mayonnaise, and salad:
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq70/922/BQ95YP.jpg
Marco.
No, no, no, maybe, no and no. I could probably eat the lettuce.
Looking forward to tea time and hopefully something edible :) Did I mention I'm picky when it comes to cold food?
Easy lots of pizza and pasta, same as a French diet is baguette, snails and horse meat with plenty of onions and garlic.
How very stereotypical, Lawrence!:D
No, there's a LOT more to Italian or French cuisine than that.
Still curious to know Justin's definition of it.
Marco.
A British Airways snack, mini chicken and leek pies (the chocolate biscuits are incidental).
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No, no, no, maybe, no and no. I could probably eat the lettuce.
Looking forward to tea time and hopefully something edible :) Did I mention I'm picky when it comes to cold food?
Lol - what are you like!:D
Out of curiosity, where did your pickiness originate from - as a kid or as an adult?
Marco.
How very stereotypical, Lawrence!:D
No, there's a LOT more to Italian or French cuisine than that.
Still curious to know Justin's definition of it.
Marco.I don't think I have the energy to write a long list of blatantly Italian recipes, dude.
Pigmy Pony
19-09-2026, 15:24
Lol - what are you like!:D
Out of curiosity, where did your pickiness originate from - as a kid or as an adult?
Marco.
I think it originated from farmers growing food that tastes like shit until it is cooked. Seriously, I'd have to say it comes from when I was a kid. My mother had very simple tastes, and cooked accordingly. She could not even be in the same room as an onion or clove of garlic.
I got a bit better since I left home, one of my brothers completely got over it (a few years living in Belgium might have helped). These days he'll eat any old crap. My youngest brother is even worse than me.
I don't think I have the energy to write a long list of blatantly Italian recipes, dude.
Just give me a couple of examples:)
Marco.
I think it originated from farmers growing food that tastes like shit until it is cooked. Seriously, I'd have to say it comes from when I was a kid. My mother had very simple tastes, and cooked accordingly. She could not even be in the same room as an onion or clove of garlic.
I got a bit better since I left home, one of my brothers completely got over it (a few years living in Belgium might have helped). These days he'll eat any old crap. My youngest brother is even worse than me.
Ah, so old habits die hard, eh?:)
My mum was quite different in that respect, which explains the way I am with food - and then I married Del!:D
Marco
Tonight's tea.... Mushroom risotto made with Porcini mushrooms:
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Marco.
Ugh! Arborio rice; little better than eating a rice pudding with some interesting mushrooms. :sofa:
Yeah, I knew you'd say that!:D
So what did you have to eat tonight?
Marco.
Anyway, here's what we had for dinner tonight:
Sushi to start
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Clockwise from top left: salmon and soft cheese caliroll; teriyaki and green pepper caliroll; carrot and ginger hosomaki, and green pepper hosimaki.
Eaten using Japanese chopsticks (of course!). Followed by
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Some more chicken tikka masala, long grain rice and vegetables.
For dessert strawberries and mango.
And Japanese Asahi lager to drink:
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Just give me a couple of examples:)
Marco.I fink you should go gangsta wiv dis:
https://youtu.be/DSPUSjqlkZE?is=XByvQKAqsDHJCyGA
Anyway, here's what we had for dinner tonight:
Sushi to start
https://i.postimg.cc/9Mwkd7G2/20260919-192105-1.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Clockwise from top left: salmon and soft cheese caliroll; teriyaki and green pepper caliroll; carrot and ginger hosomaki, and green pepper hosimaki.
Eaten using Japanese chopsticks (of course!).
Respect on the Sushi - I also love it:)
I'd have liked to have seen some soy sauce or Wasabi accompanying the Sushi.
Marco.
I fink you should go gangsta wiv dis:
https://youtu.be/DSPUSjqlkZE?is=XByvQKAqsDHJCyGA
Lol, dude... Now you're turning me into an Italian American!
I think the important thing to remember here is that in Italian households 'meat and two veg' will often be eaten, along with pasta (pizzas strictly at the Pizzeria), but the difference is it'll be highly seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic and herbs, and wine in cooking will be prominent, unlike with the British version.
I find a lot of traditional British food a little bland and lacking in flavour for my tastes, and it's a common feeling among Italians who either live in the UK or are visiting, compared with what they're used to at home.
Marco.
Respect on the Sushi - I also love it:)
I'd have liked to have seen some soy sauce or other dips to have accompanied the Sushi.
Marco.
We did have soy sauce to go with the sushi. :)
Well done!
In my edit (scroll up) I also mentioned Wasabi. I love it with Sushi.
Marco.
Well done!
In my edit (scroll up) I also mentioned Wasabi. I love it with Sushi.
Marco.
Is it genuine Wasabi?
For lunch, in case Justers doesn't think I'm eating enough pasta... Tagliatelle al Ragů (the Italian version of spag Bol):
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Marco.
Pigmy Pony
20-09-2026, 12:31
Where's the Parmigiano Reggiano? Got to have some Parmigiano Regganio, for that lovely baby vomit aroma :)
Pic was taken before I put it on:)
Marco.
Lawrence001
20-09-2026, 13:12
Ugh! Arborio rice; little better than eating a rice pudding with some interesting mushrooms. :sofa:I used to be with you on arborio rice but a risotto just wouldn't be a risotto without it. I do like to break the rice rules occasionally though, I like a vegetarian chilli with basmati rice.
Lol, dude... Now you're turning me into an Italian American!
I think the important thing to remember here is that in Italian households 'meat and two veg' will often be eaten, along with pasta (pizzas strictly at the Pizzeria), but the difference is it'll be highly seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic and herbs, and wine in cooking will be prominent, unlike with the British version.
I find a lot of traditional British food a little bland and lacking in flavour for my tastes, and it's a common feeling among Italians who either live in the UK or are visiting, compared with what they're used to at home.
Marco.Very true in the 1970s I think, where blandness was king.
Not so much these days. A lot more foreign influence in British food these days.
Sandal’s breakfast
Yoghurt and granola
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Fried chicken for breakfast? Why not?
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Very true in the 1970s I think, where blandness was king.
Not so much these days. A lot more foreign influence in British food these days.
Indeed, but what does that say about traditional British food? It needs a foreign influence to make it interesting!;)
Marco.
P.S Roy-boy's enjoying himself:D
For lunch, in case Justers doesn't think I'm eating enough pasta... Tagliatelle al Ragů (the Italian version of spag Bol):
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q70/924/LoWAT0.jpg
Marco.
Looks great Marco, but in what way is it "the Italian version of spag Bol". Both are Italian dishes, but using a different form of pasta. Every Bolognese is a Ragů, but not every Ragů is a Bolognese.
Would like to see a couple of green vegetables on the plate. ;)
Indeed, but what does that say about traditional British food? It needs a foreign influence to make it interesting!;)
Marco.
True, sixty years ago the only place you could buy olive oil would have been at a chemist. And garlic, chilles were virtually unknown. The variety of vegetables and fruit that is now available would have amazed most Brits of yesteryear.
I'm not complaining, mind you, I'm delighted! :)
True, sixty years ago the only place you could buy olive oil would have been at a chemist. And garlic, chilles were virtually unknown. The variety of vegetables and fruit that is now available would have amazed most Brits of yesteryear.
I'm not complaining, mind you, I'm delighted! :)
Agreed, although 60 years ago my mum and dad would've bought olive oil and garlic from one of the Italian delicatessens in Glasgow [who imported it from Italy], catering for the sizeable Italian community, and they would've had a herb garden at home for putting rosemary and thyme in the Sunday roast!
Marco.
Looks great Marco, but in what way is it "the Italian version of spag Bol". Both are Italian dishes, but using a different form of pasta. Every Bolognese is a Ragů, but not every Ragů is a Bolognese.
Would like to see a couple of green vegetables on the plate. ;)
Cheers, mate. What makes it Italian is the use of tagliatelle instead of spaghetti. In Italy (and in Italian homes), spaghetti is served with either a tomato sauce or with seafood - never with a meat sauce, so in Italy spag Bol doesn't exist:)
Veg? Noooooo... It doesn't go, or at least you wouldn't see an Italian adulterate his or her pasta dish in that way. Bear in mind, that in Italy pasta is always eaten as a starter, never as a main course - although you wouldn't know that from the food served at some of the pseudo-Italian restaurants in the UK:doh:
Marco.
Sunday lunch - roast beef (small portion as booked into one of their best restaurants tonight)
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Desserts
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Tonights tea... Tuscan-style pork chop with rosemary, thyme and sage hasselback potatoes, roasted cauliflower, broccoli, beans and asparagus in lemon, garlic and parsley:
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Marco.
Indeed, but what does that say about traditional British food? It needs a foreign influence to make it interesting!;)
Marco.
P.S Roy-boy's enjoying himself:DOooohhhh careful there. Given the choice between a British or Italian only diet, I would choose British.
I think the truth these days, though, with globalism as pronounced as it has been, most countries have had their cuisines substantially diversified and therefore altered.
Indeed, but some countries have a more defined food culture than others. The UK has virtually no defined food culture, which is why chicken tikka masala tops the charts as the Brits No1 favourite food!:doh:
Marco.
Indeed, but some countries have a more defined food culture than others. The UK has virtually no defined food culture, which is why chicken tikka masala tops the charts as the Brits No1 favourite food!:doh:
Marco.
Chicken tikka masala is British though isn’t it? Scottish I think to be precise.
Pigmy Pony
20-09-2026, 22:09
Indeed, but some countries have a more defined food culture than others. The UK has virtually no defined food culture, which is why chicken tikka masala tops the charts as the Brits No1 favourite food!:doh:
Marco.
This is what AI has to say about English food culture:
"England's food culture is a dynamic blend of deep-rooted, comforting traditions, and a highly globalised, sponge-like adaptability. Historically misunderstood as bland, modern English cuisine is defined by its seasonality, farm-to-table pub culture, and a love for bold, multicultural flavours inherited from centuries of global trade and immigration."
I'm sure this would apply to all of the UK, which I reckon is probably the most diverse nation in the world when it comes to food, thanks to our welcoming nature and open-mindedness. Just about any European or eastern dishes (or their ingredients) could be found pretty much anywhere in this country. But you try to get a steak pudding in Milan, I bet you'd struggle.
So I would argue that we* do have a defined food culture, I would define it as adventurous and eclectic, unlike our European cousins.
*When I say we, I mean everyone else. I'm a bit picky about foreign food :)
Indeed, but some countries have a more defined food culture than others. The UK has virtually no defined food culture, which is why chicken tikka masala tops the charts as the Brits No1 favourite food!:doh:
Marco.Delusional.
I can recommend a "normal doctor" for a cure;)
Starters
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Duck And Fillet steak in background
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Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 07:26
Looks very tasty Roy. They do seem to look after you, I wouldn't mind a holiday there myself :) And I know Anita would be up for that too. We didn't go anywhere this year, so maybe next year...
Indeed, but some countries have a more defined food culture than others. The UK has virtually no defined food culture, which is why chicken tikka masala tops the charts as the Brits No1 favourite food!:doh:
Marco.
Ha ha! I watched that historically accurate series ‘The Last Kingdom’. That clearly showed that Anglo Saxons dined exclusively on apples. In contrast, the Vikings only ate meat on the bone. Top culinary heritage!
rmcin626
21-09-2026, 08:00
Chicken tikka masala is British though isn’t it? Scottish I think to be precise.
Yes apparently started in the West end of Glasgow.
rmcin626
21-09-2026, 08:00
Starters
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Duck And Fillet steak in background
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Very nice food Roy.
This is what AI has to say about English food culture:
"England's food culture is a dynamic blend of deep-rooted, comforting traditions, and a highly globalised, sponge-like adaptability. Historically misunderstood as bland, modern English cuisine is defined by its seasonality, farm-to-table pub culture, and a love for bold, multicultural flavours inherited from centuries of global trade and immigration."
I'm sure this would apply to all of the UK, which I reckon is probably the most diverse nation in the world when it comes to food, thanks to our welcoming nature and open-mindedness. Just about any European or eastern dishes (or their ingredients) could be found pretty much anywhere in this country. But you try to get a steak pudding in Milan, I bet you'd struggle.
That might be what it says on a computer search, but it's not reflected in reality. When I go out for meals in this country I'm often disappointed and find the food bland when comparing it with what I eat at home. I'm relating my experience, not relying on AI. I do realise though that Del is an exceptional cook.
The reason why you wouldn't get a steak pudding in Milan is because Italians love eating their own food and don't feel the need to have it adulterated by external influences. It's mostly the same throughout Europe.
Plus, look at all the wonderful seafood that regularly gets shipped to Spain from the UK because the Brits don't like it or don't know what to do with it. If you had a proper food culture, you'd be embracing your natural produce and eating all the wonderful langoustines and lobsters that the Spanish (and others) are very grateful for! :exactly:
Marco.
Nice food, Roy. Glad you're enjoying yourself:cool:
Marco.
Delusional.
I can recommend a "normal doctor" for a cure;)
Disagree with me, dude, by all means, but don't call me delusional, as it's disrespectful. I've lived in the UK for 61 years and have travelled extensively around Europe, so the opinions I've expressed here are based on experience.
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 09:25
That might be what it says on a computer search, but it's not reflected in reality. When I go out for meals in this country I'm often disappointed and find the food bland when comparing it with what I eat at home. I'm relating my experience, not relying on AI. I do realise though that Del is an exceptional cook.
The reason why you wouldn't get a steak pudding in Milan is because Italians love eating their own food and don't feel the need to have it adulterated by external influences. It's mostly the same throughout Europe.
Plus, look at all the wonderful seafood that regularly gets shipped to Spain from the UK because the Brits don't like it or don't know what to do with it. If you had a proper food culture, you'd be embracing your natural produce and eating all the wonderful langoustines and lobsters that the Spanish (and others) are very grateful for! :exactly:
Marco.
Well I would argue that the views of a self-confessed foodie of Italian heritage who moved to Wales via Glasgow with an exceptional cook for a wife may not be reflected in reality :ner: We will just have to agree to disagree on this, and that's fine as with all things food-related I'm really not that bothered. We would probably find more common ground on the subject of music, which after all is what I joined this forum for :)
The bit I've highlighted illustrates my point perfectly, that the Brits generally have a broader palette because they are less blinkered to all the wonderful foods the world has to offer!
Well I would argue that the views of a self-confessed foodie of Italian heritage who moved to Wales via Glasgow with an exceptional cook for a wife may not be reflected in reality :ner:
What are you trying to say - that I'm lying?:hmm:
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 10:19
What are you trying to say - that I'm lying?:hmm:
Marco.
No that's not what I'm saying, I would never be so disrespectful. Are you saying that the computer (that I employed to more eloquently state my own views) is lying? That AI overview isn't the preaching of a robot's opinion, rather it is an amalgam of many views by actual humans. I certainly wasn't relying on AI to tell me what I already know.
As I have previously stated many times I am no foodie, and so have no dog in the fight, but I am proudly British, so if someone appears to be dissing British culture they should expect some kind of response.
I'll say it one more time: I'm really not that bothered. While others might be busy preparing their next nosebag, I'll be similarly busy slaving over a hot CD player. Horses for courses mate.
No that's not what I'm saying, I would never be so disrespectful. Are you saying that the computer (that I employed to more eloquently state my own views) is lying? That AI overview isn't the preaching of a robot's opinion, rather it is an amalgam of many views by actual humans. I certainly wasn't relying on AI to tell me what I already know.
As I have previously stated many times I am no foodie, and so have no dog in the fight, but I am proudly British, so if someone appears to be dissing British culture they should expect some kind of response.
I'll say it one more time: I'm really not that bothered. While others might be busy preparing their next nosebag, I'll be similarly busy slaving over a hot CD player. Horses for courses mate.
Lol, you're saying rather a lot for not being bothered!:D
I deal in real-life experiences, Steve; that's what matters to me, not what 'computer says'. Btw, I'm not 'dissing' British culture; I'm constructively criticising it.
...the Brits generally have a broader palette because they are less blinkered to all the wonderful foods the world has to offer!
So, if you're a less-blinkered Brit with a 'broader palette', how often does Anita cook all these wonderful foods the world has to offer - or how often do you seek them out in other ways?
You've already admitted to being picky over foreign food, so I'd argue that that pickiness limits your ability to have a broader palette and be less blinkered.
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 10:59
Lol, you're saying rather a lot for not being bothered!:D
I deal in real-life experiences, Steve; that's what matters to me, not what 'computer says'. Btw, I'm not 'dissing' British culture; I'm constructively criticising it.
So, if you're a less-blinkered Brit with a 'broader palette', how often does Anita cook all these wonderful foods the world has to offer - or how often do you seek them out in other ways?
You've already admitted to being picky over foreign food, so I'd argue that that pickiness limits your ability to have a broader palette and be less blinkered.
Marco.
[need an emoji here to illustrate a head hurting from banging against a brick wall!] I would direct you to the last two lines of post #1043, a point I've made ad nauseum ever since I joined this thread (on your invitation :D)
But to save you a search, I'll say it again: I'm by no means representative of British food culture, I'm just too picky!
Anita really doesn't have the time to cook all these wonderful foods the world has to offer, she has far too much shit going on in her life like you wouldn't believe.
And to go back to your first line: I really am not bothered - I'm just indulging your favourite two topics - food, and getting into some heavy banter over it :D And that's because I'm a nice person :)
Nearly lunchtime, which today will be a tuna omelette. Ten minutes prep, ten minutes to eat. Bish bash bosh. Then an hour of tunes while it settles, then off to the gym. That's what my afternoon looks like.
Well one thing I think we can all agree on, is that based on the posts, Del is an amazing cook and Marco is a very lucky boy! Some really good looking food, which I find all the more admirable with Del being vegetarian.
Tamzin is 18 today, I officially now have an adult daughter! :eek:
We’re out for a meal tonight to the Coach and Horses in Woodbridge, which is her choice as we have been there many times for family meals and celebrations. But because we made a bit of a weekend of it, I gave her the choice of meals for Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday she chose her second favourite meal - Beef Wellington - I should have cut it in half to show the steak and filling, but that would have spoiled my air vent “design”! :lol:
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260921/6a20fbeb833db29e6e566b726a507c3d.jpg
Berni Inn tomatoes especially done for Marco’s entertainment! [emoji846]
Any guesses as to what yesterday was - her favourite ever meal?
[need an emoji here to illustrate a head hurting from banging against a brick wall!] I would direct you to the last two lines of post #1043, a point I've made ad nauseum ever since I joined this thread (on your invitation :D)
But to save you a search, I'll say it again: I'm by no means representative of British food culture, I'm just too picky!
Anita really doesn't have the time to cook all these wonderful foods the world has to offer, she has far too much shit going on in her life like you wouldn't believe.
And to go back to your first line: I really am not bothered - I'm just indulging your favourite two topics - food, and getting into some heavy banter over it :D And that's because I'm a nice person :)
Nearly lunchtime, which today will be a tuna omelette. Ten minutes prep, ten minutes to eat. Bish bash bosh. Then an hour of tunes while it settles, then off to the gym. That's what my afternoon looks like.
Steve, how about one of these: :argument:, :donk:, and :brickwall:?
Anything to prevent this thread posibly descending into acrimony; which would be regrettable.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 12:33
Tamzin is 18 today, I officially now have an adult daughter! :eek:
Shame she doesn't have an adult dad :ner:
Shame she doesn't have an adult dad :ner:
I was going to say she might have, but then we did the My Heritage DNA tests so she’s definitely my daughter - so fair point there, then Steve! :lol:
Well one thing I think we can all agree on, is that based on the posts, Del is an amazing cook and Marco is a very lucky boy! Some really good looking food, which I find all the more admirable with Del being vegetarian.
Tamzin is 18 today, I officially now have an adult daughter! :eek:
We’re out for a meal tonight to the Coach and Horses in Woodbridge, which is her choice as we have been there many times for family meals and celebrations. But because we made a bit of a weekend of it, I gave her the choice of meals for Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday she chose her second favourite meal - Beef Wellington - I should have cut it in half to show the steak and filling, but that would have spoiled my air vent “design”! :lol:
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260921/6a20fbeb833db29e6e566b726a507c3d.jpg
Berni Inn tomatoes especially done for Marco’s entertainment! [emoji846]
Any guesses as to what yesterday was - her favourite ever meal?
Looks great Alex - good traditional British nosh.
I used to 'lily' tomatoes like that, but as it didn’t affect the taste, one way or another, I stopped. BTW, what is the green vegetable near the mushrooms? Spinach?
Remind us of Tamzin's "favourite ever meal".
So, a true celebration of English Nosh is Tamzin’s favourite - the Great British Stew!
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260921/807afe97eea8d923ea16488a2c7d8876.jpg
(Should have also had red cabbage and apple, but I completely forgot and found it in the fridge this morning! :doh: )
[need an emoji here to illustrate a head hurting from banging against a brick wall!] I would direct you to the last two lines of post #1043, a point I've made ad nauseum ever since I joined this thread (on your invitation :D)
But to save you a search, I'll say it again: I'm by no means representative of British food culture, I'm just too picky!
Indeed, but in my experience, there are many thousands of Brits just like you, so that doesn't say much for the 'broader palette' you claim is the case for British food culture.
Marco.
Well one thing I think we can all agree on, is that based on the posts, Del is an amazing cook and Marco is a very lucky boy! Some really good looking food, which I find all the more admirable with Del being vegetarian.
Tamzin is 18 today, I officially now have an adult daughter! :eek:
We’re out for a meal tonight to the Coach and Horses in Woodbridge, which is her choice as we have been there many times for family meals and celebrations. But because we made a bit of a weekend of it, I gave her the choice of meals for Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday she chose her second favourite meal - Beef Wellington - I should have cut it in half to show the steak and filling, but that would have spoiled my air vent “design”! :lol:
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260921/6a20fbeb833db29e6e566b726a507c3d.jpg
Berni Inn tomatoes especially done for Marco’s entertainment! [emoji846]
Any guesses as to what yesterday was - her favourite ever meal?
Lol, God bless the Berni Inn!:D
Looks good, Alex. Is that creamed Spinach I see there on the left?
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 13:02
Steve, how about one of these: :argument:, :donk:, and :brickwall:?
Anything to prevent this thread posibly descending into acrimony; which would be regrettable.
:D Yes, any of those would have been perfect... no acrimony in my future, I always walk away from confrontations :) Just some harmless banter, and while I'll readily poke a stick at something if I feel it's warranted, I never mean any offence.
So, a true celebration of English Nosh is Tamzin’s favourite - the Great British Stew!
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20260921/807afe97eea8d923ea16488a2c7d8876.jpg
(Should have also had red cabbage and apple, but I completely forgot and found it in the fridge this morning! :doh: )
Oh yes! Lovely beef stew, ideal for this time of the year. :)
Anything to prevent this thread posibly descending into acrimony; which would be regrettable.
No chance of that on my side, Barry. I just like a good debate, and food is something I'm very passionate about.
Marco.
Just to champion the continental side of the divide, lol, for lunch... Spaghetti with clams:
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Marco.
Lol, God bless the Berni Inn!:D
Looks good, Alex. Is that creamed Spinach I see there on the left?
Marco.
Yes, creamed spinach or as we call it in this house “spinach snot” which was also specifically requested by Her Majesty!
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 13:47
Indeed, but in my experience, there are many thousands of Brits just like you, so that doesn't say much for the 'broader palette' you claim is the case for British food culture.
Marco.
Where did you experience thousands of Brits just like me? I'll go there for me holidays :) Unless you meant a football match. Or Blackpool.
But is the assertion that the 'broader palette' I speak of really just a claim? I see evidence of this in shops, supermarkets, pubs, cafes, restaurants all over the UK. Are all the ingredients for 'world cuisine' (by which I mean everywhere, not just continental Europe) as readily available in say, Italy as it is in the UK? If so, it could be said both nations have a similarly broad palette :) and that could be where the true facts live, somewhere between your opinion and mine.
Where did you experience thousands of Brits just like me? I'll go there for me holidays :) Unless you meant a football match. Or Blackpool.
But is the assertion that the 'broader palette' I speak of really just a claim? I see evidence of this in shops, supermarkets, pubs, cafes, restaurants all over the UK. Are all the ingredients for 'world cuisine' (by which I mean everywhere, not just continental Europe) as readily available in say, Italy as it is in the UK? If so, it could be said both nations have a similarly broad palette :) and that could be where the true facts live, somewhere between your opinion and mine.
Just throughout life, Steve. As food is a major passion/topic of discussion for me (and other continentals), you'd be amazed at the amount of people I've discussed this with in the time I've been here. Plus, like you I observe real life behaviour and have come to a different conclusion.
Anyway, I think the time is now just to agree to disagree:)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 14:18
Just throughout life, Steve. As food is a major passion/topic of discussion for me (and other continentals), you'd be amazed at the amount of people I've discussed this with in the time I've been here. Plus, like you I observe real life behaviour and have come to a different conclusion.
Anyway, I think the time is now just to agree to disagree:)
Marco.
:thumbsup: Yes. Anyway, solar panels is the new hot topic :)
Looks very tasty Roy. They do seem to look after you, I wouldn't mind a holiday there myself :) And I know Anita would be up for that too. We didn't go anywhere this year, so maybe next year...
They’re a little over the top with it at times, the yanks love it! Our room has its own sunbeds and access to a lazy river within a few feet. We’d like our own private pool but those rooms come with a butler which we decidedly don’t want. Again the yanks love it, bless ‘em.
Disagree with me, dude, by all means, but don't call me delusional, as it's disrespectful. I've lived in the UK for 61 years and have travelled extensively around Europe, so the opinions I've expressed here are based on experience.
Marco.That was supposed to be a light hearted disagreement.
However, I really don't agree with you at all. I am not a massive fan of Italian food. It's just the way it is. I don't really like pizza, I am not a massive fan of pasta or other Italian dishes.
That said, with many examples of different food cultures, when they are done as well as they can be done, everything, and I mean everything, changes.
Top notch pizza and pasta then becomes a whole different ball game. But it is hard to find outside of home cooking. And I'd argue doing pizza well at home requires a serious set up capable of the extremely high wood fired temperatures the best pizza appears to require.
I do hold a certain degree of resentment for people who live in my country and criticise it negatively, which you are doing, for obvious reasons. Have some respect, dude.
What you been drinking out there, Roy, any champers?:)
Marco.
That was supposed to be a light hearted disagreement.
However, I really don't agree with you at all. I am not a massive fan of Italian food. It's just the way it is. I don't really like pizza, I am not a massive fan of pasta or other Italian dishes.
That said, with many examples of different food cultures, when they are done as well as they can be done, everything, and I mean everything, changes.
Top notch pizza and pasta then becomes a whole different ball game. But it is hard to find outside of home cooking. And I'd argue doing pizza well at home requires a serious set up capable of the extremely high wood fired temperatures the best pizza appears to require.
I do hold a certain degree of resentment for people who live in my country and criticise it negatively, which you are doing, for obvious reasons. Have some respect, dude.
We've moved on from this discussion now, dude.
Marco.
Tonight's tea... Pasta shells filled with spinach and ricotta, with Del's homemade sauce:
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Marco.
We've moved on from this discussion now, dude.
Marco.That's just a 50% assertion...
I won't pretend it's not good to see you up and running and posting again, though.
Cool, thanks :cool:
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
21-09-2026, 20:35
Yes, creamed spinach or as we call it in this house “spinach snot” which was also specifically requested by Her Majesty!
Now I've seen you describe it as 'spinach snot' I don't feel as bad about saying it looks like something my cat would bring up after eating grass. Rest of it looks good though :)
What you been drinking out there, Roy, any champers?:)
Marco.
Local rum or beer (Chairman’s Reserve and Pitons) or wine. Fizzy wine gives me heartburn.
Ah, okies. Enjoy!:cool:
Marco.
For lunch, one of Del's Chinese soups with prawns:
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Marco.
rmcin626
22-09-2026, 12:51
For lunch, one of Del's Chinese soups with prawns:
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Marco.
Like the look of that soup
Cheers, mate. Do you like it spicy? If so, you'd love it.
Marco.
Dinner at Gordon’s
Crab cake
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Lamb chops
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Carrot cake
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Breakfast cake collection
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rmcin626
22-09-2026, 14:39
Cheers, mate. Do you like it spicy? If so, you'd love it.
Marco.
i do but the wife doesn’t, so only have spicy food now and then
Coffee is Jamaican
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Wine is from California
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Beer & rum from St Lucia
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i do but the wife doesn’t, so only have spicy food now and then
Cool... It wasn't blow yer head off stuff, just a nice kick to it:)
Marco.
Looking good, Roy!:)
Tonight we decided to have some Aperol Spritz:
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Marco.
For tonight's tea... Chicken Parmigiana:
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Marco.
A bit boring I know as I've posted something similar before, but I don't care:
Corn-on-the cob to start, followed by:
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king prawns in a chilli and tomato pesto sauce, on a bed of spaghetti, with some vegetables.
A couple of kiwi fruits for dessert, and a bottle of Peroni lager to drink.
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