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Statistics: Posted by Epykat — 03 Sep 2005, 17:15
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Noticed a few weeks ago that the Shamanic Centre has also got rid of the seemingly obligatory for all new shops canary yellow and changed it to a much calmer dark green. Just a pity they dripped most of it on the pavement
Statistics: Posted by Epykat — 02 Sep 2005, 22:20
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I think we are agreed on the type of shop we want to see on the High Street but ultimately it's down to us as consumers to support those independent retailers that still exist. The problem is that we are in a minority and sadly Pizza Hut will find plenty of local people happy to support their global junk food enterprise.
Those independent retailers that continue to prosper do so because they offer something different from the superstores, qualities that the big brands have been unable to assimilate. There is still a market for specialist shops, friendly service and quality produce.
On the retail food side the problem is that a whole generation has grown up with supermarkets, convenience food and microwave ovens. A lot of people don't use their local butcher or fishmonger because they don't know what the produce is and don't know what to do with it. If it doesn't come cello-wrapped with cooking instructions on the back they are lost. Traditionally, these skills were passed on from mother to daughter, and taught in school. How many young women (or men for that matter) could make a simple stew or a pot of soup nowadays?
OK, I'm starting to rant again and straying off-topic. I'm off to make some macaroni cheese for tea. If anyone would like the recipe I'll be happy to email it to them!
Statistics: Posted by Guest — 07 Mar 2004, 17:12
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What I have noticed and really like about Portobello is the community feel of locally owned shops, and the cross section of the community represented here in terms of workers, owners and what the shops sell - that will be sadly lost if one of the big superstore chains opens up - I have found Popeye staff are also very helpful and friendly - I've only been in once but they were very nice to me - I'll have to try their sarnies as recommended by Bob aka Victor - C
Statistics: Posted by Cynthia — 07 Mar 2004, 14:52
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