Yesterday began my ‘fussy’ journey. Before going to watch ‘1917’ we decided to go for a bev and a bite to eat- risky business with this many allergies.
We walk in to a quiet, small, gorgeously rustic-yet-modern bar/ nightclub just off the main shopping routes of Wolverhampton. We sit ourselves down and begin to peruse the menus. One for drinks, one for food.
Instantly I see minimal cocktails are suitable for my dietary requirements so, ever reluctantly, walk up to the bar to ask for help. “Please, could I for once have a nice cocktail with all the fancy bits on top”. The bartender is more than happy to oblige and welcomes the request with open and light humour.
The screwball cocktail is sweet, alcoholic and full of fancy bits- everything I asked for! The cream isn’t lactose free but I was treating myself- a choice I willingly made. I could’ve asked for it without. I don’t even miss the taste of strawberry (swapped for grenadine) because it just tastes so wonderful.
Sauce dripping over the table, my tongue turning blue, we decide to order the wings sharing platter. No allergens here! We spend 10 minutes discussing the day before it arrives- tomatoes and salad slap, bang in the centre. She’d forgotten I was allergic to fruit.
Luckily, the wings weren’t touching so I went for it. Delightful and perfect for sharing due to the different sauce flavours. No allergic reaction for me and a lovely lunch to remember.
In total, due to customer service and willingness to switch it up for me, I’d say 8/10 would recommend.
‘Fussy’ food critic 