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👋 Welcome to this Friday’s edition of The 8:01 👋
This week we touch on the never-ending seasonal sniffles on the commute, the emotional rollercoaster for Crystal Palace and the high-flying Ravens, plus a healthy lunch recommendation at Atis for those resetting after Christmas. There is also plenty happening closer to home, from The Cockpit’s CAMRA award presentation and an upcoming homeware market in Chislehurst Caves to a Game Supper Night at The Bulls Head and a BYOB tip for Bank House on the High Street.
Thanks for taking the time to read this, hope you enjoy!
We have a good number of Crystal Palace fans in the area who have recently gone through the full spectrum of highs and lows in the FA Cup; from an outstanding victory over Man City at wembley last year to win the cup for the first ever time, to getting dumped out in the 3rd round by Macclesfield last weekend is the full spectrum of supporting your team. However, for Bromley fans, there’s a lot to cheer about right now as the Ravens are sitting at the top of League 2 and Micheal Cheek just can’t stop scoring goals.
Do you run a club or society and are looking for new members? Get in touch and we’ll look to give you a shout out in an upcoming edition.
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If you’re After a Salad In Town…
Atis, Various Locations
Having a salad for lunch is always a healthy choice, however after the excess of Christmas, a bowl of veg is even more sensible. You are not limited for choice for lunch spots in the city, but somewhere I find myself at least 3 times in week is Atis on Moorgate. They are a small chain and offer a modern salad bar. You can either choose a number of items to make your own custom selection, or pick from one of their menu items. (My current go to is the Blackened Chicken Grains). It’s not the cheapest option, and you should expect to pay between £11-£16. Quite a bit for a salad, but honestly, they are delicious. And make sure you get there no later than 12:30 as the queues for this type of place stretch down the pavement.

Atis feels like a healthy lunch choice.
🏘️ In Chislehurst… 🏘️
The Cockpit CAMRA Runner Up Presentation
Following their fantastic achievement of being a CAMRA Greater London Pub of the Year runners up, the Cockpit are due to be presented with their prize next Wednesday Jan 21st at 7:00 pm. Why not go along and raise a glass to this wonderful venue on Royal Parade.
The Hidden Stock Market, Chislehurst Caves
Still a few weeks away, but the Caves will be hosting a homeware market on Saturday 31st with a few bargains to be had, apparently. More details to follow.
Game Supper Night at the Bulls Head
Hopefully not too last minute, but the Bulls Head have a Game Supper Night later, which is hosted by Gamekeeper Chris in the main restaurant. This isn’t just eating great food, as you’ll also learn about preparing and cooking roe carcass, pheasant, partridge, pigeon, and venison fillet. Perfect for a wintery Friday night.
🚂 The Commute 🚂
Given the time of year it’s not surprise to hear that some many people have some sort of cold. It’s interesting though that people are saying they’ve had it for weeks, going back before Christmas. I know the commute to work this week has been full of people coughing and sneezing, and I include myself in that. I should apologise to the gent I sat next to on Tuesday morning who I could feel getting side eyes from as I entered into yet another coughing fit. A year or so back, I would have just stayed at home, but with so many firms requiring more in-office attendance, this isn’t quite the option it was before.
👂 Heard on the Platform 👂
Apparently Bank House on the High Street offers a Bring Your Own Booze (BYOB) every Tuesday night with a small £5 corkage fee per bottle. This could be a great way to use up any left over wine you have from Christmas. Not sure if a bottle of Bristol Sherry works.
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See you next, Friday!
Simon
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