Louisa

Muley Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Louisa Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > > Seabag we agree on something!!! > > > > Cream/soft cheese for me, or even a nice Brie. > > Would compliment the raisens and orange peel > > perfectly. > > > > Louisa. > > > Brie. Brie? BRIE? Brie as in fancy, faffy, > condescending, patronising FRENCH cheese? > What you want is a big chunky slice of proper > Chedder in yer buns. What are you, a hipster or > something? I wouldn't eat the French muck out of principle. Somerset Brie is perfect, better than anything the French could make. Same goes for cheddar, has to be from Somerset with the "West Country farmhouse" label. Louisa.

Seabag we agree on something!!! Cream/soft cheese for me, or even a nice Brie. Would compliment the raisens and orange peel perfectly. Louisa.

I've seen this ridiculous ad that I think sainsburys (surprise surprise) have been promoting. Who puts bacon in a hot cross bun? More fad foodie crap aimed at hipster types. Louisa.

I'm with foxy on this. Lamb undercooked is awful, and unlike beef does absolutely nothing for the flavour whatsoever. Crispy lamb is best, nice and dry. The gravy stuffed full of chopped mint leaves. Beautiful. Louisa.

Seabag Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Rosetta Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > > They sadly had to > > go to a car dealer the other day to buy a new > car, > > and found it stressful, relayed via their > Twitter > > > 31k tweets, much of them are in the 'thinking out > loud' style > > If I were to advise them in a marketing capacity, > I'd say set up different business/personal > accounts > > Keep you personal stuff away from the brand, it > gets messy otherwise. > > I wonder if Louisa follows them on Twitter > > Good luck tho, he certainly works hard/plays hard > (in between tweeting about 30 times a day) I don't follow them on Twitter because I don't care for too much social media as previously stated. I just love their food. They have the most amazing buttery sausage rolls around. Louisa.

Sue Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Louisa Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > I feel that many folk who aren't > > keen on Primark because of that tatty side, but > > equally can't afford the more expensive options > > are probably crying out for a good cheap > > alternative (something along the lines of C&A > back > > in the day). > > > I agree. > > C&A were cheap but their clothes didn't become > like rags after a couple of washes (or one wash if > you're unlucky). > > I used to buy a lot of stuff there when I was a > student. > > I can't say I would miss BHS if it disappeared. > It's got no USP any more. Absolutely Sue. I always found C&A to have the feel and comfort of a quality department store, and yet it was never ridiculously overpriced like many competitors of the time. I still miss it greatly. Primark just feels dirty and like a warehouse. Louisa.

LadyNorwood Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > When I was a child growing up in Worthing, our BhS > had a deli counter right in the middle of the > clothing section - I remember clearly my mother > buying a grey skirt for my school uniform, a tub > of coleslaw and a lump of cheddar.... I too remember the food counter. In those days, BHS and M&S were pretty much on a par in terms of demographic and merchandise. What happened? Marks kept the food and upped the game in that area, but failed in clothing. BHS lost the food, and failed in clothing. Food is keeping Marks afloat, make no bones about it. However, look what I've just found. http://m.bhs.co.uk/h5/features?pageUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhs.co.uk%2Fen%2Fbhuk%2Fcategory%2Fbhs-food-store-5400210%2Fhome&TS=1458142550684&cat2=3219002 It appears BHS is trying to get back into the convenience food market. Edited to add, Lewisham is gaining a BHS Foodstore. Louisa.

The trouble is Seabag, we have gone to overkill status on this sort of thing. Food should really become a chore for people again, rather than an investment. I mean this partially tongue in cheek of course, but seriously, food seems to have lost its status as fuel and become a cherished pastime. A happy medium should be found, and I'd start by putting more shows about basic cookery on TV, so people don't try and run before they can walk in the kitchen. Louisa.

But Jeremy as I stated, Ayres are not mass produced. They bake their own on site. I don't know the prices so cannot quote specifically, but I would assume and even place a bet they're cheaper than 1.50 a pop. Louisa.

Foxy thanks for sharing that story. She was very lucky. A was told by my late uncle a bomb also dropped on Jones & Higgins during the summer of 1941, luckily didn't do too much damage though. BHS was rebuilt in the 50's and won an award at the time as it was designed by one of the top architects in the country at that time. Again, the loss of BHS in 1992 was another signifier of the decline of the neighborhood. Louisa.

adonirum Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Louisa, when you state "must follow a similar > route to Primark", do you mean they must now get > their customers to throw the clothes/merchandise > onto the floor after looking at them/it ? You see adonirum, I feel that many folk who aren't keen on Primark because of that tatty side, but equally can't afford the more expensive options are probably crying out for a good cheap alternative (something along the lines of C&A back in the day). Although cheap, they gave the appearance of quality and value for money and most importantly on trend for younger people. Louisa.

When BHS had a branch in Peckham (where Primark is now), they used to have a successful rolling 'guest' brand which hired a small corner of the store. I seem to recall throughout the 80's many of their branches had the same thing. In those days they also had a huge lighting section at the back of the store too which was incredibly successful. People would actively go to one of their stores purely to purchase good quality lights. In recent years, it's just been squeezed between Primark and M&S, with a dated and stagnent approach to fashion. Perhaps they should go back to their core strengths, and setup smaller stores specialising in lighting and guest brands. Louisa.

Foxy, as much as I love a cross bun with a cup of tea, I don't consider them the most amazing thing in the world. Pretty easy to make too. Couldn't personally justify an individual price of ?1+ for such a basic item. Hence why, I consider the Morrisons deal a good one. Louisa.

Blah Blah Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I think Labours problems with the left are a > certain type of misguided activist who still > dreams of a truly socialist revolution that is > never going to happen. And those people would > rather see Labour lose elections than seek to > truly represent everyone. > > To be honest, the Tories are now so far to the > right in economic thinking that Labour don't need > to leave the centre ground on the economy anyway. Much like anything in politics, perception hits home more than reality. It appears the public perception of the Tories is that they are very much in the centre ground of economic policy and Labour caused the crash and therefore are to the left of them. In reality this of course isn't true and yes the Tories have a fundamentally right wing approach to the economy. Until perception is changed (ie change of Labour front bench) this cannot be remedied overnight. Louisa.

I agree wholeheartedly with the OP. Louisa.

BHS has just failed to move with the times. First ever branch opened in Brixton 80 odd years ago. They're kind of similar to woolies in that, we just assume they will always be there. If they are to survive (they've been given another chance), they MUST follow a similar route to Primark. Louisa.

ed_pete Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Louisa - if I'm passing Ayres I'll buy some and > let you know what I think. Please do ed_pete, let me know how you get on. What I love about Ayres is they are always open for suggestions if you aren't happy with the product, although personally, I've never had a problem with any of their produce. It's all made on site too. Louisa.

Jeremy Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Clearly the supermarket comparison is > ridiculous/predictable/tedious, but nevertheless, > Brick House is pretty expensive... OK then. How about another independent local bakery that's been here for 60+ years. http://www.ayresbakery.com/ How much do they charge does anyone know? I've not been in for a month or so. Louisa.

Labour cannot be electable until they exercise the demons of the past. Corbyn and the current setup is a symptom of that recent past. The parliamentary party needs to get its act together and find a credible candidate who can bridge the gap between social democrats and socialists within the party as a whole. The Tories knew they'd have a free reign for in fighting following the general election, what with Labour in the wilderness and the Libs almost extinct. Louisa.

Doesn't surprise me in the slightest. Pop to morrisons in Peckham, you'll get a mug of tea/coffee and buttered hot cross bun for 75p. I don't know how some of these places have the nerve to charge so much. See the mug thread I commented on. Louisa.

If it's a mug you're after, pop into any number of expensive boutiques and cafes along LL. Full of them. Louisa.

Las Iguanas on the Southbank. You'd probably need to book. South American themed restaurant. Not for everyone, but great for sharing platters/tapas for large groups. Great atmosphere and two for one deals on cocktails if that floats your boat. Food is pretty decent too. Louisa.

More like a hooker to the parked up truck. Louisa.

*Bob* you're like a dripping faucet, endless supply of mouldy water. Louisa.

Every man claims to have double digits in terms of inches. It's a life long disappointment when you realise they must have mastered the metric system better than they did the imperial. Louisa.