It is so exciting to see how passionate people are about politics right now. But I do think many of us have lost the capability to edit ourselves – certainly on social media.
The amount of effing and blinding, abusive exchanges and prejudice that fills my various newsfeeds is astounding. What I find particularly disconcerting is that I even when I completely agree with the gist of a post, the intolerant tone is so uncomfortable that there is no way I can approve it without questioning my morals. I think if you really want to get your point across and hit home (which I know so many of you do) then you need to find another way to deliver your message – rather than falling out with people who have opposing views, why not keep your cool and take the time to educate and set an example to your ‘misguided’ friends and acquaintances? Or is that too much effort? Surely the angry way defeats the purpose; if you are only preaching to the converted what is the point?
All the animosity in the air has made me reach for home comfort foods – I was delighted to spot Lays limited edition Passport to Flavor crisps at my local supermarket last week . I’ve since tried them all, from Indian Tikka Masala to Brazilian Picanha and everything in between – all pretty tasty but they don’t have the same impact as their sister company Walkers. Some people have complained that the chips/crisps have racist connotations; really? What next? Restaurants that can’t define themselves by the country their dishes are from? Or am I missing something?
Anyway, my Brit cravings weren’t quite satiated and thankfully Birch restaurant on Cahuenga in Hollywood rectified that with their marvelous Sunday Roast – Nottingham born chef Brendan Collins even serves the meat thinly sliced ‘just like mum did’ – golden roast potatoes and ample veg accompanied by billowing Yorkshire Puddings, all served family style which was exactly what the doctor ordered – he may not have approved of the shandy I washed it down with, but I certainly did! Lunch hours are 12-4 so make sure to book in advance as they do get busy. I am not a dessert person but I hear the Sticky Toffee Pudding is a winner too! Birch have just launched their picnic boxes which are available for pick-up or through ChowNow – perfect for that night at the Hollywood Bowl or one of the numerous outdoor screenings that LA has on offer. For more details visit us on Facebook @BritsinLA .
Our Pub Quiz at the Pikey is taking a Summer Holiday and will be back after Labour Day – but don’t despair as our weekly Breakfast Club at Cecconi’s will be business as usual every Tuesday rain or shine.
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Hope to see some of you soon…
Cheers!
Eileen
PS: don’t tell my mum but I think Brendan’s Sunday roast might be slightly better…..shhh!
