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A Quick Hop

A quick hop across the pond for a long weekend (or as they say weekEND) to shop for a wedding dress for the eldest and had a nice foodie weekend. We had a nice sausage and mash at a pub in walking distance from her flat.
Sausage and Mash
What would a Sunday be without "Sunday Roast." I couldn't decide which I wanted the chicken or the vegetarian. Well they were out of the chicken so it was decided. It was really flavorful. It was grated parsnips, cranberries, walnuts, peanuts, and some seasoning. The roasted potatoes and carrots were really good and the kale was nice and tender. The Yorkshire pudding was OK - I think I've had better. I think I've made better?
Sunday Roast (Vegetarian)
Heading home I made a quick stop at Paddington Station for the Heathrow Express and a Cornish Pasty. Alas it was not as good as they used to be. Mostly pastry, hardly any filling.

Lastly what would a trip be without bringing back chocolate? I used a compression bag for my dirty laundry so I had plenty of room for chocolate and tea (not pictured here). It was lucky that it is close to Easter. I was able to get those mini eggs. There were a few additional packages but I don't know somehow they disappeared somewhere during my 2 hour flight delay??



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