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Pretty much, yes - although I didn't know it was a siege at the time!

Just seen the following article on Hot Dinners about the next team to take over at Platform 1, Perilla. http://www.hot-dinners.com/Gastroblog/Latest-news/perilla-kicks-off-a-four-month-long-residency-at-platform-1-in-east-dulwich

Les egouts are pretty cool if you have the time. In addition to the museum the staff do guided tours. I'd definitely reccomend.

fazer71 Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I had a thought maybe aircraft noise deniers and > holocaust deniers have brains wired in the same > way or maybe aircraft noise deniers are simply > deaf? > ------------------------------------------------------- Seriously? We are comparing people who do not have a problem with aircraft noise where they live to those that deny the genocide of between 5 and 6 million people? What a thoroughly odious comment from a thoroughly odious individual. Shame on you.

I love George - such a wonderfully friendly little chappie. He's gorgeous.

Jah- this is my biggest concern. Nigello - the hope might be a bit out of the way but I am crossing my fingers that john the unicorn will be ready. This unfortunately won't help aforementioned biggest concern. I've never been to the peckham liberal club but have always wondered about what lies within!

I had completely forgotten about the Montpellier and really do prefer it to the FP. I didn't even know the four quarters existed (I think it's disguised a bit too well, I'd always thought it was a weird casino) but what a great place for a regroup! I love pedlar as well but think they may not take too kindly to us piling in en masse and demanding a quick round of peckham martinis at the bar...

Hello EDF! The nights are getting warmer and longer, and I'm planning a pub crawl, playing the birthday card to keep "can't we go somewhere central?" to a minimum. I'm going to start at Goose Green and wind my way up to Rye Lane and the Bussey Building, but thought that there would be no better place than here to check I'd not missed any favourite pubs/bars out! Current plans are: The Bishop The EDT Heading up to the Flying Pig Then on to the Gowlett (Skipping the Victoria and Prince Albert through fear of blood poisoning) Up Blenheim Grove to Bar Story/Peckham Springs/Brick Brewery Aaannd as Franks isn't open for another month, popping up to the roof of the Bussey Building (if it isn't raining)so the tourists can enjoy the view. If I've missed an unmissable, your thoughts would be welcome! Cheers!

I agree - the aircon is terrible, it actually strikes me as bordering on dangerous in the summer months when it can be much warmer in the building than outside, with no ventilation!

I really enjoy the food (and cocktails) there - only downside is actually getting in. I have popped past a few times and there was a queue out the door to be seated. The owners also make little bird gin, which ends up in quite a few of the drinks. I wish them every success and think it's a great addition.

Unbreakable kimmy schmidt!

I think canola oil is very similar to rapeseed oil - rapeseed oil being quite posh stuff that has been cold pressed. Contrary to what has been posted above I have always been told that canola/rapeseed it is much healthier than other oils (as Loz states) because it has the lowest saturated fat of any cooking oil... But, you know...I'm sure I've been told varying numbers of eggs I should eat in a week too, so everything in moderation.

katanita Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Out of interest, did anyone take up my suggestion > of trying My Fitness Pal? I'm not on commission or > anything, promise, I just think it's really > brilliant. I have! Think it's pretty good but I wonder how good the exercise function is? For example- I've just been to the pool and had a 45 min swim. According to the app, that's over 700 calories! I'm not one to look a gift horse in the mouth but that's more than running! I am also finding out to my great dismay there are many more calories in shortcrust pastry than I would like...

I have much the same experience of others posting on here in regard to Denmark Hill - overcrowded delayed trains, trouble getting into the new station (entrance too small/too many people for the number of gates). There is a lovely chap in the office area who says "good morning" to everyone who passes but sometimes it baffles me that they just don't open the gates to let people in - it's particularly bad on Mondays with everyone queuing to buy a new pass. A particular gripe of mine is the uneven service (8.45 to 9.04; 7.39 to 8.04). I'm aware that there are a number of trains on the track in the blackfriars area (I.e. The herne hill trains) but I think this uneven nature contributes to train crowding...and of course people struggling to get on delays the trains even further. Separately I wondered if anyone else had noticed some new trains coming in running from lewisham to peckham rye through to blackfriars? I popped on one the other day (8.13 or 8.32) and everyone else getting on was looking around like Christmas had come early & they couldn't believe their eyes! Seats a plenty! Room to breathe! Still not on time but at least I arrived at work without having been shoved up into someone's lumpy backpack. Not sure if it is permanent but I think these will be very helpful. If you need to go further than blackfriars it's just a hop across the platform to the next northbound train.

FWIW I think Leaglebealgle's posts on the subject are quite clear that they are not accusing men who disagree with her of being a rapist. Hence the statement "and wondering if.... In my opinion [you would] be a rapist".

There are two clocks at the end of the pool - one which shows the time, and the other is a minute timer.

I thought this was quite nice little link - something for everyone - some free apps to track runs/calories to suggestions of things to cut out/down on. Also refers to park run - while these are held all over the capital I am also pretty sure events are held on the rye and also at dulwich common weekly (not that I have been). Also a shout out for the 5:2! http://www.theguardian.com/money/2015/jan/03/want-to-be-healthier-and-wealthier

Hi James I think there is potentially more that could be done -the crossing across LL is great but I think much more could be done on the crossing with EDR. Cars, cyclists, pedestrians all go through that space, sometimes without looking (or having sight of pedestrians blocked by a line of buses at the bus stop) and I've seen a number of near misses myself, particularly at rush hour. Separately I hope everyone involved in the accident was ok, it's a horrible thing to happen.

I can find the range in the cheese block pretty mind blowing!!! I think they're definitely missing out by not recommending/offering samples of cheeses. I've been in and felt like other customers have done a better job of recommending cheese than the staff behind the counter. They have a great range and I always like what I come home with. It isn't going to put me off going back at all - but I think they could definitely get more money from customers by engaging with them a little more.

I was walking by Franco manca's this weekend and noticed they also sell sourdough bread. A quarter loaf cost ?2 and I thought would last a couple of days. Size wise I think it was about the same size as half a large loaf from blackbird - and I think the pricing was broadly similar too. I also struggle getting through a whole loaf so I tend to either buy it pre sliced or chop it up once I get home and put what I won't eat in the freezer for later.

Ah thank you both!!! My tummy is rumbling just reading about the food...can't wait to try it.

Question - do Silk Road do take away or delivery? A lot of people have been saying it's hard to get a table after their recent award from the observer (best cheap eat 2014), and I was unsure if a cheeky delivery might be an alternative!!

Fox - I think that's one of their starters!

I frequently walk from herne hill back to lordship lane and on numerous occasions not a single 37 has passed me. It's only been a problem in the past few months, but I'd advise getting an app like bus London on your smartphone. That said I will ignore any waiting times of 5 mins or more as they tend to be inaccurate. Hoping the gas works will finish when planned!!!

I'll second that I love what they have done with all the fresh fruit and veg for sale. Also can't beat their dolmas!