Tag Archives: Smithfield

Oh’Lola

Posted on February 9, 2017 by

Yesterday, I went on an outing with friends (and fellow bloggers), La Chica Andaluza and Cecilia. I discussed where to go with La Chica Andaluza a couple of weeks beforehand we decided on a Spanish themed day. That week, Time … Continue reading →

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Wesker and Son

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

September 28th, 2012 I found an unusual butcher today in Smithfield Meat Market – Wesker and Son. I hadn’t noticed this stall before, but the meat did seem to be exceptionally fresh. I was quite tempted by some of the more exotic … Continue reading →

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Calf’s Head

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

May 20th, 2011 I was cycling past Cramers (a local butchers shop) on Friday and noticed a calf’s head in the window. I usually look in as I pass, since they are one of the few butcher’s shops which sell … Continue reading →

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Brawn

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

May 19th 2011 Last week I ate at Brawn, with Oli and Catie – the name of the restaurant suggested that it could be my kind of place and I certainly wasn’t disappointed. The interior is clean and white, with … Continue reading →

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Theobalds

Posted on November 11, 2010 by

November 11th, 2010 I’ve just been to the butcher, Theobalds (McKanna Meats Ltd.), for some osso buco. My friend Oli introduced me to this butcher’s shop, over ten years ago. I wanted to cook some ox tail, which was hard … Continue reading →

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