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Saturday, May 10, 2008

London- Nostalgia Tour '08

Ahh, Saturday!! Today I made my way down to the Borough Market, which, anyone who knows me knows- is one of my FAVORITE places! I used to live just down the street when I was here for school, and went there literally every weekend . . . so today, I went back for a glorious reunion.

A few things have changed- it's all a bit more polished and "corporate" looking than it used to be. All official signs, packaging, bags . . . in some ways that was a bummer, but I found the Olive ladies, the Nut Man, the Pasta Man and the Bread people all like they used to be. I didn't buy too much, due to WDS (WEAK DOLLAR SYNDROME) but did try some samples and picked up a couple things.

I was SUPER sad that I did NOT see the Blueberry Lady (and her DELIC' Spicy Blueberry Sauce), or the Raclette Man. In fact I went there super hungry hoping deeply to enjoy the Raclette dish . . . but he wasn't there. Maybe the next time I swing down to the market

I walked along the banks of the river, just behind the market to another fave spot, the the Anchor Pub.

I spent HOURS at this place while I was in school. They have a super patio and I'd sit out there with my books and whatnot back in the day. I was heartbroken that the Anchor Pub is closed for renovations. Oh well!

The whole south bank is all a bit fancier than it used to be with new shops, hotels and restaurants. It was really nice to wander the old 'hood.

I then walked over the Millennium Bridge, over to St. Pauls, across through the Fleet Street area, to the Aldwych and through my old school, LSE. It pretty much looked the same, even the crappy little sandwich shop I used to eat at all the time. It's an icky looking place but they did a pretty rockin egg sandwish and a "pressed" cheese and tomato sammy that I dug. Those two served as a high percentage of my meals while there!

My standards (and budget) have improved since then; this is the dinner made with my spoils from the day, Pumpkin ravioli in a brown butter and sage sauce with a baby leaf salad and fresh bread. Yummy!

A great and relaxing day . . . surely to be followed up tomorrow with more exploration in this new neighborhood!

posted at 11:29 AM

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