Photo From my Archives

Radcliffe Camera, Oxford. 7th June 2008.

Almond Croissant Review

Almond Croissants are my new weakness. I've decided to add reviews to my blog agenda. Unfortunately, I just realized that I should have taken a picture of the croissant before consuming it. So, apologies. I'll amend this next time I get a delicious treat.

This morning I journeyed to Sweet, a bakery in Clerkenwell. I was surprised at how close this bakery is from my flat. Probably about a five minute walk. The bakery was small, but had a large selection of treats and savories. Also, major bonus points, they had about 5 samples. And, major bonus point, the staff was friendly. My croissant and regular sized americano came to 3.10 for takeaway, which puts Sweet on the low end of average price wise. I know that price sucks in dollars (about 5.10), but for my weekly treat I can't think in such terms. But, my fav almond croissants in DC at the Dupont Farmers market cost two dollars, so if our exchange rates were even it wouldn't be bad at all. So there.

The Croissant:

Amazing. Pretty good size, not mega American size, but not so small that I felt gipped. The interesting thing about this croissant was that it was basically split into two, with the almond filling in between (as opposed to the usual rolled up design). Also, onto of the croissant was some baked almond filling, what a nice surprise! The best part about this croissant was its doughy bottom, it was soft and not too flaky, delicious. I will definitely be returning to Sweet.

I love Boris Johnson

Boris Johnson saved a woman being attacked by a gang of yobs. Fact. The youth gangs here are a pretty scary idea, I've lucky not faced any. But, I'm glad Boris is patrolling the streets!

Photo from my archives

Bruges, Belgium. 15 March 2008 (my 21st birthday)

This is a new feature where I'm going to randomly scroll through my photos and whatever event I stop on, I'll upload a picture. SO FUN!

another weather update

You probably can't tell from this picture, but it is not sunny out and pouring. Oh wait, I just looked out the window and it stopped. This crazy weather is reminding me so much of home.

Weather Update

Now the sun is shining.

Things I learned today

You cannot microwave falafel.

Rainy Rainy Day

It's pouring out. I guess this is good because I should be doing work all day today. But I'm hungry and the cleaning staff decided to clean my kitchen right now, during prime lunch hours, instead of when they're supposed to, tomorrow. UGH. I think I'm just going to wrap my duvet around myself and lay in bed while watching the rain. If only I had a man or just as good- Sara and Jenny to cuddle with.