tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post471226664471288978..comments2024-03-28T10:10:01.302+00:00Comments on bellaphon: I’ve lost my sense of smell…bellaphonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-2417681823156535972009-12-24T16:27:31.884+00:002009-12-24T16:27:31.884+00:00Merry Christmas Les - and once again - WE MISS YOU...Merry Christmas Les - and once again - WE MISS YOU!<br /><br />meemalee xxxmeemaleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17252248464524701128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-76381224697459084102009-12-05T16:49:48.780+00:002009-12-05T16:49:48.780+00:00COME BACK B'PHON!!COME BACK B'PHON!!eatmynelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16624468240616285126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-87960226630790674112009-11-28T11:43:26.146+00:002009-11-28T11:43:26.146+00:00Come back Les - we miss you. Can't even pester...Come back Les - we miss you. Can't even pester you on Twitter!<br /><br />meems xxxmeemaleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17252248464524701128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-39760730360404819712009-11-26T16:29:39.110+00:002009-11-26T16:29:39.110+00:00This is very late, but thanks for mentioning PPC o...This is very late, but thanks for mentioning PPC on the blogroll. <br /><br />Sounds sacriligeous to a Malaysian foodie I know, but there ARE more important things in life than food :-D See you back on your foodie blog soon hopefully.Wild Boarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02804140074422464566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-63739317221769859822009-11-21T14:00:40.470+00:002009-11-21T14:00:40.470+00:00Hello Lili, nice to meet you by the way. :) MarkHello Lili, nice to meet you by the way. :) MarkFood.By Mark.https://www.blogger.com/profile/11115266124151871647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-63811092876990835602009-11-09T21:48:10.576+00:002009-11-09T21:48:10.576+00:00Just been to Iberica (thanks to your blog) and was...Just been to Iberica (thanks to your blog) and was convinced one of the guys in the corner taking photos of the food was you! They turned out to be Food by Mark and the London Eater. Great to meet them, even if I did probably embarrass myself asking if they were you... ;) Hope to bump into you one day too!Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15606698652998897867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-25924713542736444842009-10-25T21:09:14.253+00:002009-10-25T21:09:14.253+00:00Douglas, what a surprise! 48 hours ago I managed t...Douglas, what a surprise! 48 hours ago I managed to identify a glass of Bonnes Mares by sniffing and your comment turned up, thank you. Alas my hapless nose (sound for wines but little else) failed miserably with the dinner I had tonight at Needoos! Until I sort this impairment out then I’m able to continue with the food blogging.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-54881616234914172532009-10-24T23:31:00.637+01:002009-10-24T23:31:00.637+01:00Easy to get disheartened - don't, though! I do...Easy to get disheartened - don't, though! I do feel sore at blog-roll absenteeism, however!Douglas Blydehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07246988475977393027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-10172596290307691642009-10-23T11:09:30.527+01:002009-10-23T11:09:30.527+01:00Mr Noodles- 谢谢Mr Noodles- 谢谢bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-24125007032897910522009-10-22T17:05:16.705+01:002009-10-22T17:05:16.705+01:00I hope you're back soon but in the meantime I&...I hope you're back soon but in the meantime I'm enjoying Pissing Prawn. Without getting all "Oscar speech", in turn your blog was one of those that inspired me to get off my arse.<br /><br />Although I'm off the soup noodle trail for a while, I will be blogging for the rest of the year and I hope you'll continue to drop by.Mr Noodleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13327242172810414292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-11350147599305266052009-10-22T09:14:39.970+01:002009-10-22T09:14:39.970+01:00Lili- aw, thanks. I'll resume this blog as sso...Lili- aw, thanks. I'll resume this blog as sson as I can taste the garlic in the aioli at Dehesa!<br /><br />Sue- I'm in danger of giving the readers an impression that I'm suffering from the blogger's version of Munchausen by proxy syndrome! I'm not entirely incapacitated but I do need to sort my taste buds out before I'm able to continue with the rants. It's also quite surreal to have my meals now without having the incessant camera antics!<br /><br />Story- Well hello and thank you for reading the blog. London has indeed moved on and created a little coffee culture of its own. But unfortunately these cafes are still frequented by expats like yourselves, we have a long way to go if we're to convince the Brits that there are alternatives to the usual builder's cup, lager or Red Bull! Thanks for the heads up in Clapton, I shall investigate in good time.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-64080202255284584042009-10-21T15:02:54.699+01:002009-10-21T15:02:54.699+01:00I love reading you blog and hopefully there is mor...I love reading you blog and hopefully there is more to come. Many of the cafes you've included are great.<br /><br /> As a Swede in London, I really miss the cafe culture we have back home but have to say things are catching up. I noticed you haven't included any Clapton cafes.<br />Next time you are near Broadway Market, you should go further east. On Chatsworth Road there are two great ones. Venetia's Coffee shop and L'epicerie. Even though I think the later is more of a deli. Not easy to find if you are not a local but great gems.storynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-46346438378875833162009-10-21T13:14:28.899+01:002009-10-21T13:14:28.899+01:00Dear Bellaphon,
You are so humble! I feel privile...Dear Bellaphon,<br /><br />You are so humble! I feel privileged to be considered your friend. I didn't realise you were ill, I thought you were simply abandoning this blog completely. And your fans! I wish you a peaceful recovery and will keep an eye on this blog in anticipation of your return.<br /><br />Be well & God speed! SueSuenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-59231953441152605862009-10-21T10:42:32.701+01:002009-10-21T10:42:32.701+01:00I keep checking in each day to see if there might ...I keep checking in each day to see if there might be a new post... :(<br /><br />Am feeling quite emotional reading these comments.<br /><br />Get well and get writing soon! ;)<br /><br />p.s. loved Dehesa.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15606698652998897867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-16713978697928386392009-10-21T08:23:18.532+01:002009-10-21T08:23:18.532+01:00Oh Helen, age has nowt to do with anything and I d...Oh Helen, age has nowt to do with anything and I don't even know yours! Your blog is didactic and like the beeb; you know best! If age does indeed have any significance then I'm by all accounts, everybody's crusty old Oncle Hulot. Thanks for the encouragement.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-75723188089180194192009-10-20T20:21:55.580+01:002009-10-20T20:21:55.580+01:00Why am I called Auntie? Because of my age?! I thin...Why am I called Auntie? Because of my age?! I think taking a (shortish) break is good for you. I know you've been on holiday, so take some time out to rest and come back refreshed! We'll be waiting for you...Helen @ World Foodie Guidehttp://www.worldfoodieguide.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-77251130362961875162009-10-19T19:12:16.972+01:002009-10-19T19:12:16.972+01:00Niamh- I'm happy that you stopped by, thank yo...Niamh- I'm happy that you stopped by, thank you. Your blog is immense, it doesn't need my humble list to suggest otherwise.<br /><br />Sue- I don't have a great deal of friends, you certainly sound like one. Thanks.<br /><br />meemalee- you deserved it!<br /><br />Dad- A man I can rely on with all the positive comments, I thank you thee. In addition I would also like to apologise to you and Mrs Dad for my past post elsewhere that has since been rectified (Sadeq Saba on his A Taste of Iran stated the issue more eloquently than my loose cannon approach). And yes indeed, until the next pip...<br /><br />Marm- Did you manage to get hold of some wands for your Potter night, if so could you perhaps cast a alohomora spell to unblock my nasal cavity.<br /><br />Mei- You're more than welcome and thanks. We shall.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-17613041527537016852009-10-19T14:24:39.992+01:002009-10-19T14:24:39.992+01:00Thanks for your kind words, Bellaphon! I've en...Thanks for your kind words, Bellaphon! I've enjoyed clicking around your blog as well! Hope to meet in person some time...<br /><br />Cheers, <br />Mei from FamilyStylesMeihttp://www.familystyles.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-37650787666084230182009-10-19T00:08:42.594+01:002009-10-19T00:08:42.594+01:00Les, you can't do this to me, I have abandonme...Les, you can't do this to me, I have abandonment issues.theundergroundrestauranthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07595882288876011436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-72080185858065508192009-10-18T23:51:50.152+01:002009-10-18T23:51:50.152+01:00Mr Les.
Not being the writer of a foodie blog, I...Mr Les.<br /> <br />Not being the writer of a foodie blog, I didn't feel all that entitled to leave a comment this time around, but as Meemalee's comment echoed my own thoughts, I reckon I can get away with my throwing in my own tuppence worth.<br /> <br />Pissing Prawn is great.<br /> <br />Bellaphon, however, is (was) terrific.<br /> <br />Your Bellaphon Flickr is what got me hooked man, get your ass back here!!!!<br /> <br />(please)<br /> <br />For what it's worth, your writing, pictures and coffee descriptions (for a caffeine sensitive tart like myself), were inspiring.<br /> <br />Come back soon.<br /> <br />Oh, by the way, I have just confirmed my reservation at the Harwood Arms. Purely on your recommendation, you understand. <br /> <br />Until the next time, pip pip ....Dadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04598457321071758886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-55485158060751908032009-10-18T22:24:50.131+01:002009-10-18T22:24:50.131+01:00Les, I love Pissing Prawn, but I think I love Bell...Les, I love Pissing Prawn, but I think I love Bellaphon more so you better regain your composure quick smart!<br /><br />And thank you for having me on your now-visible blog roll - I am honoured :)<br /><br />meemalee xxxmeemaleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17252248464524701128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-60548534936078023902009-10-18T18:44:29.897+01:002009-10-18T18:44:29.897+01:00Slapdash prose= lack of pretentiousness (a crime c...Slapdash prose= lack of pretentiousness (a crime committed by NUMEROUS food blogs in cyberspace). <br /><br />Receipt= integrity.<br />We eagerly await your return!!!!Suenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-73343107477047731292009-10-17T23:53:43.876+01:002009-10-17T23:53:43.876+01:00Oh, this is sad! :( I didn't know about your o...Oh, this is sad! :( I didn't know about your other blog, will check that out now.<br /><br />Thanks for the kind words. I am slightly saddened not to be on your current reading list though :( However, I do understand that it's impossible to read everyone. <br /><br />Hope you feel up to food blogging again soon!Niamhnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-68642257996745577042009-10-17T19:51:04.136+01:002009-10-17T19:51:04.136+01:00Thora- I missed your comment instead! Sorry. Yes, ...Thora- I missed your comment instead! Sorry. Yes, we shall indeed. Thanks.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-86074841523656233612009-10-17T19:46:27.640+01:002009-10-17T19:46:27.640+01:00MsMarmite♥- For the time being you’ll need to seek...MsMarmite♥- For the time being you’ll need to seek a new dining companion, as I’m not mentally geared-up to enjoy goat’s cheese for the wrong reasons! You’ve got three blogs so I followed suit.<br /><br />Rejina- I’m touched, thank you.<br /><br />Mark- I was patient enough to hang around for your resurgence now it’s your turn. Thanks for following both blogs, I’m well indebted.<br /><br />Kang- Hey, thanks for stopping and fuelling all the kind comments. It was great meeting you and I look forward to seeing you again.<br /><br />Dear Dear LMR- Give me a glass of water and I can probably pen ten thousand words about it; the amount of spare time I have outside work is unhealthy. Would love to meet up again, I shall prey on you soon.<br /><br />Sue- Gulp…your comments simply rekindle the need to carry on, thanks very much. The receipt feature is the reason why I don’t get invites to review (not a sausage!). The slapdash prose doesn’t do any favours for the PR dorks either. I’m also grateful that the prawn blog appealed to a fellow Malaysian (or near enough), cheers.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.com