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Otis

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #386
Nick said:
Absurd amount of Brits think eating out of dog bowls is 'acceptable'
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Have to say, I draw the line at a dog bowl. Conjures up so many images in my sub conscious and turns my stomach just a little just thinking about it, even though I know it has never been used for a dog (well you would hope not anyway).
 
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scubasteve

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #387
Nick said:
Absurd amount of Brits think eating out of dog bowls is 'acceptable'
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I remember when they started doing this at varsity or whatever its called now, that was it for me then, haven't been in there since you have to draw the line somewhere.
 

ajsccfc

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #388
In defence of the dog bowl, at least it's intended as a vessel for food. What the fuck is going on with the flip flop?
 
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wingy

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #389
Otis said:
Have to say, I draw the line at a dog bowl. Conjures up so many images in my sub conscious and turns my stomach just a little just thinking about it, even though I know it has never been used for a dog (well you would hope not anyway).
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My mate ate a tin of chum for Charity down at the Hen &Chicks about 20 yrs ago. B-)
 
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LastGarrison

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #390
Just stuck my head in the Slug and Lettuce and it looks a lot better. Very bright, almost seems more open and a good use of the garden area.

A welcome addition if it has learnt from the Establishment and gets its service right.
 

clint van damme

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #391
LastGarrison said:
Just stuck my head in the Slug and Lettuce and it looks a lot better. Very bright, almost seems more open and a good use of the garden area.

A welcome addition if it has learnt from the Establishment and gets its service right.
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is it in the old Establishment premises?
 

chiefdave

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #392
Am I right in thinking you can't park at Cathedral Lanes? Bit of a drawback if they're trying to get people in for restaurants.
 

Nick

Administrator
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #393
chiefdave said:
Am I right in thinking you can't park at Cathedral Lanes? Bit of a drawback if they're trying to get people in for restaurants.
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There used to be the one behind the banks but not sure if still there. (only small)

Otherwise swimming baths and then walk through Cathedral.
 

Otis

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #394
Nick said:
There used to be the one behind the banks but not sure if still there. (only small)

Otherwise swimming baths and then walk through Cathedral.
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Ermm, you never heard of on street parking?

Salt Lane car park is still there behind the banks and has been extended, so not too small at all and you can park on street right by the council house, unless a 30-45 second walk is an inconvenience to you of course.

Lots of on street parking available nearby. Free after 6pm too.
 

Nick

Administrator
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #395
Haven't been there for a while, this one? Used to be decent for when you are going out but driving.



Didn't even know you could park outside the council house, would never have thought of trying there.

Would probably have gone swimming baths and walk through the cathedral to save pissing looking for a space, especially if I was hungry.
 
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Deleted member 5849

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #396
Salt Lane's close enough! Barracks is really, too.

Salt lane's always empty in the evening though, so no danger of not getting a space unless it *really* takes off.
 

Nick

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #397
Deleted member 5849 said:
Salt Lane's close enough! Barracks is really, too.

Salt lane's always empty in the evening though, so no danger of not getting a space unless it *really* takes off.
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Yeah that would probably be the one to get there just for Cathedral Lanes (meant if not one that I'd use swimming baths).
 
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Sick Boy

Super Moderator
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #398
clint van damme said:
I once saw an English shop in Florida selling all the stuff ex pats couldn't get over there.
One window was just a display of Heinz baked beans! Can't remember the cost per tin but I do remember it was expensive.
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I used to walk 3kms in Italy just to buy some.
 
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shmmeee

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #399
Grendel said:
Again you make something up with zero statistical back up. If you bother to look at city centre footfall many cities are showing significant increase with many having significant investment.
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I’m just shooting shit on an Internet forum, not presenting policy FFS. I dont have footfall data to hand, it’s usually proprietary. But looking at Coventrys from 2011, it’s higher than 2016 though not by much. Both around 600k.

Having a quick look at Leeds it’s hard to tell as they changed their collection methods and only go back to 2008. If you’ve got better data I’d love to see it (I need it for work anyway)

So I have to base it on anecdotal experience in Cov which is that it’s quieter than it was.

Also: LOL at you of all people demanding evidence based thinking.
 

Otis

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #400
shmmeee said:
I’m just shooting shit on an Internet forum, not presenting policy FFS. I dont have footfall data to hand, it’s usually proprietary. But looking at Coventrys from 2011, it’s higher than 2016 though not by much. Both around 600k.

Having a quick look at Leeds it’s hard to tell as they changed their collection methods and only go back to 2008. If you’ve got better data I’d love to see it (I need it for work anyway)

So I have to base it on anecdotal experience in Cov which is that it’s quieter than it was.

Also: LOL at you of all people demanding evidence based thinking.
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Yup. If we can't get it from the president of the United States or Boris Johnson we can hardly expect it from Shmmeee.
 

clint van damme

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #401
Sick Boy said:
I used to walk 3kms in Italy just to buy some.
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I salute your dedication to the consumption of baked beans

 
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ajsccfc

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #402
I was on holiday in Italy a few weeks back, despite catering to a largely English crowd there wasn't a baked bean in sight for the cooked breakfast buffet. For a country that prides itself on a culinary reputation they've got a lot to learn. I've emailed Aldo Zilli and given him hell
 
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Otis

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #403
ajsccfc said:
I was on holiday in Italy a few weeks back, despite catering to a largely English crowd there wasn't a baked bean in sight for the cooked breakfast buffet. For a country that prides itself on a culinary reputation they've got a lot to learn. I've emailed Aldo Zilli and given him hell
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Baked Beans are one of the greatest inventions of all time in my opinion and that's coming from someone who doesn't like beans at all, be it kidney, broad, lima, pinto, cannelloni and haricot (yes, I know, I know!!).
 

fernandopartridge

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #404
shmmeee said:
I’m just shooting shit on an Internet forum, not presenting policy FFS. I dont have footfall data to hand, it’s usually proprietary. But looking at Coventrys from 2011, it’s higher than 2016 though not by much. Both around 600k.

Having a quick look at Leeds it’s hard to tell as they changed their collection methods and only go back to 2008. If you’ve got better data I’d love to see it (I need it for work anyway)

So I have to base it on anecdotal experience in Cov which is that it’s quieter than it was.

Also: LOL at you of all people demanding evidence based thinking.
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Your earlier point about city centres switching from retail to general leisure destinations is spot on.

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Otis

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  • Aug 24, 2017
  • #405
fernandopartridge said:
Your earlier point about city centres switching from retail to general leisure destinations is spot on.

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Yep. Exactly what I saw said on a programme by retail, high street experts.
 

fernandopartridge

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  • Aug 25, 2017
  • #406
chiefdave said:
Am I right in thinking you can't park at Cathedral Lanes? Bit of a drawback if they're trying to get people in for restaurants.
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Coventry people are obsessed with parking. Salt Lane car park is about 2 minutes away.
 
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letsallsingtogether

Well-Known Member
  • Aug 26, 2017
  • #407
Well here I am in sunny Yeovil walked woo metres along the main street of a town no bigger the Nuneaton.
Have seen numerous closed shops, smashed Windows in others and 4 lots of homeless people.

I'm sure this only happens in Cov?
Oh and they have a Primark
 
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letsallsingtogether

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  • Aug 26, 2017
  • #408
chiefdave said:
Am I right in thinking you can't park at Cathedral Lanes? Bit of a drawback if they're trying to get people in for restaurants.
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On street parking free after 6pm.

Others 50p until 8.00 next morning
 

Otis

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  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #409
Went up by the CWR building at Priory Place the other day, first time in a while. Had become a bit desolate and quiet around there, so it was really nice to see nearly all the units open again once more.

Now has PGR (pizza restaurant), Han Dynasty (Chinese) and now also a Japanese restaurant and then also a Korean restaurant. The Korean restaurant seemed particularly vibrant and a bit busy. This was at around 6pm on Friday. Anyone been? Fancy trying it myself, as I have have never had Korean food before.

Also worth noting that Twisted Barrel are moving into much bigger premises at Fargo Village soon, so it must be proving popular.

And on talking about novelty and quirky, a new cafe is opening in Corporation Street, called Jam Jar, where desserts are served out of .....well yep, jam jars.
 

clint van damme

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #410
Otis said:
Went up by the CWR building at Priory Place the other day, first time in a while. Had become a bit desolate and quiet around there, so it was really nice to see nearly all the units open again once more.

Now has PGR (pizza restaurant), Han Dynasty (Chinese) and now also a Japanese restaurant and then also a Korean restaurant. The Korean restaurant seemed particularly vibrant and a bit busy. This was at around 6pm on Friday. Anyone been? Fancy trying it myself, as I have have never had Korean food before.

Also worth noting that Twisted Barrel are moving into much bigger premises at Fargo Village soon, so it must be proving popular.

And on talking about novelty and quirky, a new cafe is opening in Corporation Street, called Jam Jar, where desserts are served out of .....well yep, jam jars.
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I once had some Korean food at a street food event and it was absolutely delicious. Might look into trying this new place myself.
 
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Otis

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  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #411
clint van damme said:
I once had some Korean food at a street food event and it was absolutely delicious. Might look into trying this new place myself.
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If you go do please let us know if it was any good or not.

It's called Jinseon.

There's only 12 reviews to be seen so far, all good ratings, but I am guessing it must be a very, very new place.
 

Otis

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  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #412


This is the interior.
 
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Earlsdon_Skyblue1

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  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #413
Otis said:
And on talking about novelty and quirky, a new cafe is opening in Corporation Street, called Jam Jar, where desserts are served out of .....well yep, jam jars.
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No, no, no, no, no. Just no.

If it's not served on a plate my business is going elsewhere!!!
 

clint van damme

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #414
Otis said:
If you go do please let us know if it was any good or not.

It's called Jinseon.

There's only 12 reviews to be seen so far, all good ratings, but I am guessing it must be a very, very new place.
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will do, 12 reviews on Trip advisor?
 

Earlsdon_Skyblue1

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #415
clint van damme said:
I once saw an English shop in Florida selling all the stuff ex pats couldn't get over there.
One window was just a display of Heinz baked beans! Can't remember the cost per tin but I do remember it was expensive.
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There was a place called The English Shop when I was living in Gothenburg. I used to visit pretty often but eventually my relationship with the place turned pretty sour.

I was pretty in love with the place to start with when acclimatising, but after a while I found the staff (mostly English), pretty obnoxious and condescending. It was also roughly £8 for a pot of Bovril. I eventually fucked the place off.
 

clint van damme

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #416
Earlsdon_Skyblue1 said:
There was a place called The English Shop when I was living in Gothenburg. I used to visit pretty often but eventually my relationship with the place turned pretty sour.

I was pretty in love with the place to start with when acclimatising, but after a while I found the staff (mostly English), pretty obnoxious and condescending. It was also roughly £8 for a pot of Bovril. I eventually fucked the place off.
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fucking hell!!
 
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Otis

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  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #417
clint van damme said:
will do, 12 reviews on Trip advisor?
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I think it was.
 

Otis

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #418
Earlsdon_Skyblue1 said:
No, no, no, no, no. Just no.

If it's not served on a plate my business is going elsewhere!!!
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Does look nice to be honest.

 

ajsccfc

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #419
If it's a drink in a jam jar I don't mind that too much, if it's a dessert though it'd be too annoying to get at with a spoon
 

Otis

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 4, 2017
  • #420
ajsccfc said:
If it's a drink in a jam jar I don't mind that too much, if it's a dessert though it'd be too annoying to get at with a spoon
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I think they are mostly sundaes from what I can see. I don't think they do cakes in a jam jar.

There's one in Brum and it has very good ratings, so we will wait and see. Will probably be popular with students, especially with it being right next door to Study Inn in Corporation St.
 
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