Next EDF drinks - Magnolia Fri 03 October - All Welcome

[citizenED]

Sounds like it was just what I needed after a tough week at work. Glad a good time was had by all. (Saw Mr Andrew D Black in Mon Petit Chou this morning, sneaking in for a crafty croissant and coffee. Mentioned that it had been quietish)

[Michael Palaeologus]

I wonder whether it was something to do with a distinct change of weather over the course of the week. Last weekend was Summery and then during the week Autumn arrived with cold dark mornings and evenings. People like to snuggle up at home after a hard week at work.

Miserable sods :))

[OutOfFocus]

The number of photos is a barometer of the number of people. Here are the photos - http://www.flickr.com/photos/andrewblack/sets/72157607719571956/. I think this one should be a caption competition -

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3012/2911088797_5cd8fce6e5_m.jpg

I will try to get round to uploading those from the Duke too....

[Asset]

when the mouse is away the cat will play!

[PeckhamRose]

Met with two lovely people from this forum yesterday afternoon.

Discussed going to the EDForum meetings and then today see the photos and know why I would not want to go!

Don't want a picture of my mush plastered up on someone's Flickr account ruining everyone's dinner!

[SeanMacGabhann]

Cheers for the pics Andrew

I thought the pub itself was nicely busy but a lack of music for most of the night hindered atmosphere. The turn-out for forum drinks was lower than usual but thems the breaks. Those that did turn up were good company.

I think the care and will to succeed from the owner is palpable. It's as far from a corporate pub as can be - I would echo Annaj's comment and say that it has become a favourite of mine in short time. And getting Reuben on board is, as Keef says, a great coup

Edited: slightly

[Bellenden Belle]

Personally I feel a little tired when I hear of the owners of pubs and restaurants being "reduced to tears" by people making comments about their establishments. Time for a thicker skin methinks.

[SeanMacGabhann]

Have there been many BB?

[Peckhamgatecrasher]

You had Keef and Anna and lacked music? Sheesh. Next time I'll bring me washboard.

Chickened out last night, it was far too cold. I haven't adjusted to winter yet.

[SteveT]

I had the drink of your choice in my pocket too PGC, but it will keep until the next one.

[Bellenden Belle]

SeanMacGabhann Wrote:

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> Have there been many BB?

Actually I recall hearing about the tears and tribulations of Green and Blue, if not here then most definitely on their blog - news of which spilled onto here, rather like a cheap cloying sweet sherry.

[citizenED]

"Allycat; there's a girl who doesn't know her onions."

[HonaloochieB]

AndrewDBlack Wrote:

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> The number of photos is a barometer of the number

> of people. Here are the photos -

> http://www.flickr.com/photos/andrewblack/sets/7215

> 7607719571956/. I think this one should be a

> caption competition -

> http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3012/2911088797_5cd

> 8fce6e5_m.jpg

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> I will try to get round to uploading those from

> the Duke too....

He was overjoyed that his Oliver Hardy impression was still a hit with the ladies.

[SimonM]

>>Some ladies known to the landlady wanted to meet SimonM............the lucky git.<<

Pricks up (rat-like) ears....B)

[AllyCat]

::o Mr Andrew D Black.... are you trying to get my in trouble...?!!!! Honestly FO, I was just trying to whisper in Mr P's ear - and errr... missed!

Lovely see everyone who was there the other night - it was my 1st visit to the new incarnation of the Mag I liked it..... it was a tad chilly but the warm welcome from Rose the owner made up for it!!

Agree a bit of background music would have been nice! Will head back soon and check out the food.....

I know a few brace peeps headed to the EDT afterwards.... any gossip anyone?!

[Michael Palaeologus]

I feel I must ride to the defence of the lovely Maiden that is AllyCat. You caught us just after a large poisonous snake had bitten me on the cheek and AllyCat was merely attempting to suck out the poison. Shame on you for thinking otherwise.

Still OK for tonight Ally?

[georgia]

Next drinks 7th Nov - have had The Montpelier (not sure of spelling) and Hoopers suggested. Any preferences?

[Sue]

Don't know the Montpelier, but Hoopers is good :)

[Brendan]

When last was the Gowlett done?

[Keef]

Not long at all, 2 or 3 months ago.

[SeanMacGabhann]

about 2-3 months ago Bren

I am favouring Hoopers as it has been ages since last visit, we were looked after well and the beer is good there

But if people favour the Montpelier (near Peckham Rye station - same rd as Review bookshop and teh Wishing Well) I'm ok with that too

[Keef]

I'd vote Hoopers, but Sean having mentioned it has made me think Wishing Well would be nice at some point. I'd also like to visit the CPT, as It's all new staff and the new side has been changed.

[Michael Palaeologus]

Hoopers would be good - they did us proud last time and do seem to be building the business.

[mockney piers]

Wishing Well and Montpelier fine by me.

No issue with Hoopers at all either.

[Brendan]

Good selection of beer at Hoopers if I recall correctly.