Hiya!
I have the blessing of working close to Leather Lane Market, a vibrant collection of epic street vendors, food stalls, random collections of clothing sold for questionable prices (as in, this must have been robbed off a truck, no?), and the odd arts/design shop.
On this overcast Monday, the British staple meal of 'pie' was beckoning to me. Our very first day, catching a taxi from Farringdon station with all 6 of our suitcases, Henry and I received a great lecture from our taxi driver about pie. He waxed lyrical about the deliciousness, variety, hearty health benefits of this tried and true English fare. You can have it with chicken, steak, pork, lamb, veal, even some peas and mash for those who refuse to indulge in carnivorous delights (C'est moi!).
I've walked by Pie Minister many times, their adorable little yellow bird logo has always caught my eye. I noticed they have Meat Free Monday special on their vegetarian pies, and decided today was the day I officially become something of a British stereotype.
I ordered the 'Heidi' pie, with spinach, goat cheese and sweet potato, along with a side of mashed potatoes and red wine gravy. Wow, wow, WOW! Hot, flavourful, difficult to cut so I just removed the top and scooped out the insides hehe. It was delightful! I was especially obsessed with the red wine gravy, which added a hint of sour flavour to the ultra rich creaminess of everything else.
I give Pie Minister 8/10 - though it's a big too heavy for everyday eating. I should also note the whole meal cost £5.40, which is decent but not the best I've found in the neighbourhood.
Hope you're having a wonderful Monday!
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