A timely reunion today (again) for three ex-Sainsbury ATMs (that’s ex Area Training Managers!) — Paul, Geoff and yours truly!
Today, given our pensionable status, the eatery of choice was the geographically convenient for all of us (and wallet-friendly) ‘Hobson’s Choice, just off junction 9. Boy! It was busy and for the first time ever, we had to look for a table. It may have been down to it being half-term in these parts, After a quick scan of the eating area, in the end, we grabbed our seats right opposite the Bar. Well, from there, at least I could see the size of the queue! 😉
It’s not the most imaginative of menus, but it IS good value. And lucky us, Friday is still BOGOF day for their infamous Quadzilla Burger – a truly massive affair containing enough meat between its buns to feed a small army! It was therefore the obvious choice, and Geoff and I were soon counting the calories (whilst Paul settled for a much lighter option in the shape of a Baguette!)
In the time we were there, we solved pretty much all the world’s problems and even began discussing future holidays together. Best of all, when it came to the bill, after a round of drinks each and Mains, we left with change from £30! 👍😉
The Pub remained busy all the time we were there – and they were starting to queue when we left! – they’re clearly doing something right and there was no sign here of ‘hard times’.
Not a bad way to spend a Friday lunchtime and good to see a local eatery doing well! 😁
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Great to catch up and have a natter. Geoff
Agreed! Who’d have thought we’d end up living so close to each other! 👍