France: Gazpacho at Pret A Manger

When going abroad, as well as searching for local restaurants to try I always like to check out international chains like McDonald's, KFC etc.

McDonald's review coming but here is Pret first.
Pret is France is definitely worth checking out, I thought we had it all in UK but they have much more offerings like the gazpacho, not one but two to choose from.

Then there are houmous bowls, salmon bowls with black rice to protein bowls.

I loved the way how they have used glass bowls and cups to display the food and beverages which can then be reused.

The staff at the counter was from UK which made it even more welcoming but everything is labelled in English so it's not a problem and growing up in the UK, French is compulsory at school.

Left with the gazpacho which was seriously refreshing and moreish on a hot summers day.

Salmon avocado at Beppe's Cafe

Beppe's, a lovely old caff in Farringdon.I have always wanted to visit this cafe so finally did when I was in the area.
The decor takes you back in time and there are many old money paper notes at the back.
I had the salmon, avocado with black pudding which turned out really nice especially the salmon.
The avocado was more like guacamole as it was a tad spicy but went well with the salmon and black pudding.
I liked the way, they garnished it with their unique side which makes them different.

Pacific Fish Bar, Custom House

The fish and chips serve at this place were the greasy type of fish and chips.
Chips were ready when ordered so was the fish.
Discovered Pacific Fish Bar while I was in the area and I seriously had to try it because it has been there for decades from the decor tell tale signs.
The cod was definitely memorable as it was super soft and silky like garoupa where the fish flakes literally melt like fibres.

Nevertheless tasty because the cod still had the skin attached which gives it flavour.
Although the chips were a little greasy, it held the salt and vinegar well.
Will be back for more.
#ssgfishnchips

Eid ul Fitr the gift of food at flamingo flames

I was in the area so got some free rice and chili and garlic chicken strips Thanks to flamingo flames.

The rice was really tasty with lots herbs while the spicy chicken was very spicy.

Fish with skin at Anerley Chippy

Another one tried, sadly under scaffolding hence the difficult picture.
Located near the overground station, it is ideal for trying when there are rail strikes.
I had the chips with haddock because it was the only fish with skin.

People these days do not like fish with skin so I am guessing the cod is a popular choice hence it is skinless where the haddock isn't as popular so they left the skin on.
As expected, the fish was tasty and chips were good.
It was takeaway so cant rate how good they are without eating at the spot because the chips have endured at least a few minutes in an enclosed environment hence they stick together.
Also the batter stuck to the box but then I would be worried if it didn't stick as it would be overdone.
In terms of greasiness and being overdone, both were perfectly good.