@chefbear I remember market days, including one where the chef locked the front door. FOH didnt notice till nearly 1pm many moons ago.

Alexander Wood

Alexander Wood

Sous Chef 7th September 2011
Alexander Wood

Alexander Wood

Sous Chef
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