EASTER WEEKEND PART I: ABENO + EASTER EGG HUNT

On Saturday, me and Lili met up for out usual girls day out - kick-starting the day with some caffeine at Fernandez & Wells. Another quirky independent coffee shop that I've wanted to try - we managed to grab some seats on the low bench at the back.

We both ordered the affogato, which was a bit stronger and bitter than I was expecting. It came with a small dollop of hazelnut ice cream, but even that wasn't sweet enough to overpower the coffee.

There was a nice array of sandwiches and snacks on the counter, but we didn't want to spoil our appetite for lunch.

 

 

After that,  we headed to Covent Garden to check out the Easter Egg hunt - bought a book for £3 and started hunting down the eggs. Most of them were in clusters which was easy to find, but then some were a bit trickier, as we had to look into shop windows for the sneaky eggs! Not to mention that we had to endure the freezing cold and temperamental weather that just couldn't decide if it wanted to snow or shine!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We had a late lunch in between - tried out Abeno, a specialist 'Okonomi-yaki' restaurant. We ordered two deluxe size okonomi-yaki (forgotten the names, but one had seafood and the other had some bacon in it!) to share and a small octopus starter which was from the seasonal menu.

There was a bit of a wait for our okonomi-yaki to be prepared, but when it was ready, it tasted delicious! 

 

 

 

We then did some shopping about town and did a bit more hunting for Easter eggs, but with not much luck...based on my (probably inaccurate) calculations...I think we may have missed about 8!

I think the little kids were more skillful than us as it! Should have bribed them with some chocolates...

Had Indian for dinner - Delhi Brasserie it was called, I think, and that was us done for the day!

So I'm a bit behind on my posts...so Sunday's will be up tomorrow (hopefully!)

Watch this space x

MISJUDGED

You know the feeling when you feel like all your effort you put into something has been blatantly overlooked and you were being judged by a number? That's exactly what I experienced today. 

I'm not going to go into too much detail on the topic, but as you may have guessed it was work-related.

Anyway, anger and frustration aside, I went to calm myself down and cheer myself up with a lovely affogato at La Bottega Milanese - I requested for chocolate ice cream this time. 

Some retail therapy always helps to brighten up a bad day - I had my usual browse round T.k.maxx. Tried on some sneakers that were pretty comfy and casual. They were all decently priced below 15 pounds though I didn't get any of them today - maybe another time.

Some nice See by Chloe blazers/jackets were on sale, I grabbed one and am still contemplating whether it's a keeper or not hmm...

My mind is still pondering over the words that were exchanged earlier. I am aware of the importance of accepting constructive feedback, but when I feel that unjustified conclusions have been made, I feel that I should speak my mind. 

So tomorrow I will no longer be the timid girl that I usually am - assertiveness has never been my strong point, but I am slowly learning. I'll be leaving for a new job in a couple of days, but before I leave I'm going to make sure I have the last word. 

LAST FEW DAYS OF GOOD WEATHER

Had a short(er) work shift today and managed to get out to enjoy what could most probably be the best weather we're going to have before it all goes downhill after this weekend.

Feeling a bit out of place with my tights and coat in the warm sunny weather, I dashed home to freshen up and change into something more summery, and then dashed back out to get my 'mugshot' aka passport photo taken.

Stopped by La Bottega Milanese to enjoy an affogato while flipping through this week's Stylist. Loving every drink/snack I've had there so far.

I read about the Revlon Photoready Collection and tried the tester at Boots with the intention of purchasing the Eye Primer + Brightener. I have had really bad dark circles since like forever and concealers are one of my daily staples. Unfortunately the shade was a bit too pale and peachy for my skin tone, and it only came in one shade - bummer. Oh well, I'm currently still in love with my YSL Touche Eclat.

Revlon Photoready Eye Primer + Brightener

I tried on a really pretty blush pink dress with the intention of wearing it as my bridesmaids dress for my brother's church wedding. Unfortunately it was a bit loose at the sides, must have been a really big size XS. I may pop in again to give it another try. Maybe I could get it altered hmmm...

Been spending most of the day researching on removal companies and getting quotes...here begins the joys of moving house again. If anyone has any experience with removals in the Leeds area please do drop me a message, it would be much appreciated!

More posts regarding THE MOVE to come soon x