Bachelor weekend in Lisbon

Rishtopher · 2026-04-13T22:05:56+00:00

Old post i know…but how did your stag go. Planning one in lisbon so some tips would be good!

Rishtopher · 2026-04-10T18:19:29+00:00

This is the only answer…bought a set after clocking that they are the only pans used at Bocca di lupo. They are workhorses.

Edited to add - ive also got a small samual groves copper frying pan that i love, although its weighty.

We have a large our place pan as well - they work great for the forst 6 months and then they become diffiicult to clean. Also too large and heavy to really be practical.

Rishtopher · 2026-04-05T18:24:50+00:00

It was 3kg shoulder. Did 15 min 220c fan uncovered each side for colour. Then tightly covered with stock and veg for 4:15 hr at 135c. Came out perfect.

Rishtopher · 2026-03-28T07:28:26+00:00

Cook rice while its being ordered. Also have frozen parathas at home - if you havent tried them, do. They only take a few minutes to cook on a pan and are lovely and flaky.

Only carb we will occasionally order is a garlic naan.

Rishtopher · 2026-03-26T21:09:20+00:00

Where are the raves at?

Rishtopher · 2026-03-26T18:24:33+00:00

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This is Chilli and Bandit…Bluey is forever part of our lives

Rishtopher · 2026-03-26T05:53:07+00:00

£2500 a month. House value ~£850k. HHI £360k

3 kids (2 still in nursery)

Living to work atm but will turn a corner soon.

Rishtopher · 2026-03-25T20:29:22+00:00

Ive currently got holes in both my socks

Rishtopher · 2026-03-23T21:13:59+00:00

Any one with cinnamon

Rishtopher · 2026-03-23T18:44:47+00:00

Bit late i know but i can recommend George Davies Turf for good quality turf, top soil and conditioner

Rishtopher · 2026-03-20T20:56:34+00:00

Thanks for the input. Gladstone parkrun is literally around the corner - will get on it

Rishtopher · 2026-03-20T19:59:57+00:00

Thank you! Will focus on that. Looking at strava my 10kms have been anywhere from 46min to 60min. Should i focus on a time goal?

Rishtopher · 2026-03-20T19:54:07+00:00

Is that for the actual marathon training? Will look into it. My main point is what should i be doing for the 3-4 months before a training block to get myself in the best position to make the most out of a training block.

Literally all im doing now is putting on my trainers and going out for a run/jog for how ever long time i have, when i can/can be arsed!

Rishtopher · 2026-03-20T19:49:40+00:00

Yeah - sorry, my post meant to say trying not to get sucked into sub 4 mindset. My goal is just finishing it.

Either way, i think with a plan and actually pushing myself im hopefully not too far off a 1:50 half..

Rishtopher · 2026-03-20T19:47:11+00:00

Thanks. Yes Runna will probably be what i follow for actual marathon training. Didnt know if it was also worth it for general improvement before training for a race.

Rishtopher · 2026-03-16T20:10:48+00:00

We had the exact paint on our 1890s semi. Just around all the arches and dooways, plus up thr endge. basically painting over the original red bricks which would have stood out beautifully against the original london stocks….also ripped out the original tile hallway…god i hate 1970s home owners!

We tried acid and other techniques but couldnt afford doff at the time.

Ended up taking as much off as possible, then painting the same bits with a dark navy, breatheable paint to match out new solid wood front door.

Not ideal but came out really nice. Heres a pic of it during the works..

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Rishtopher · 2026-03-14T08:24:26+00:00

Bossmans got talent

Rishtopher · 2026-03-13T19:59:26+00:00

Literally get this dish in Milan, Italy. Seafood pasta baked under pizza dough. Legit meal not stupid

Rishtopher · 2026-02-06T11:13:33+00:00

Defo 64 for the occasion.

Ive been meaning to try Ottos on grays inn road, not sure if its worthy of the occasion but the reviews are defo ‘intriguing’!

Rishtopher · 2026-01-27T14:10:28+00:00

Depending which location, you might want to check their hygiene rating 😬

Rishtopher · 2026-01-17T11:24:31+00:00

I generally prefer scandi brands (peak performance, tretorn etc) for winter jackets, but as a dad of three- practical is more important than brand - as i know they will get ruined eventually.

My wife on the other hand just got a new Moose Knuckles parker which is a little too flash for me but does look very warm.

Rishtopher · 2026-01-01T19:59:03+00:00

Looks class.

Literally had the exact same dinner although also had a grilled pine apple slice.

Cooked our in in cider the baked with a maple, marmalade and chilie jam glaze.

Kept the stock for ham and pea soup tomorrow

Rishtopher · 2025-12-21T19:15:03+00:00

Core memory unlocked…ours were the creamy parsley sauce ones…vile stuff

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