Harriet Kemsley, a superb stand-up comedian, talks about her comedic background and food choices. The hosts discuss their love for sparkling water and the consequences of drinking too much. They debate about needing a bag in the future and the topic of drinking with invisible braces. They share their opinions on starters, vegetarian options, and their unique perspective on eating scallops as a vegetarian. The conversation also covers scholars, salmon, and giving up meat. They discuss cows playing football, empathy for cows, and their experience with pizza. They express their preferences and opinions about battered foods, pastries, and delicious desserts. The chapter concludes with promotions for Harriet Kemsley's special, Ed's book, and an ad for Total Wine and More.
Harriet finds vegetarian options on starter menus usually not as appealing or inventive.
Pizza Express holds sentimental memories for Harriet, but she humorously failed to request a pizza with a hole in the middle.
Deep dives
Dream Starter: Pan-fried Scallops with Lemon, Oil, Chili, and Salt
For the starter, Harriet's dream meal includes pan-fried scallops with lemon, oil, chili, and salt. The scallops are cooked in oil to perfection, with a hint of chili adding a touch of heat. The tangy lemon and the flavor of salt enhance the natural sweetness and richness of the scallops. It's a refreshing and delicious start to her dream meal.
Starter Dilemma: Starters are a Bit Bullshit
While Harriet acknowledges the existence of starters, she believes they're often not as exciting or satisfying as the main course or dessert. She finds that vegetarian options on the starter menu are usually not as appealing or inventive. However, she keeps an open mind and is willing to try different starters, such as scallops, which she enjoys with lemon and a touch of chili for added flavor.
Pizza Express Nostalgia: Fondness for Pizza Express and Concern for Its Future
Harriet has a deep appreciation for Pizza Express, a place that holds many sentimental memories for her, like birthdays and celebrations. She expresses concern for the future of the restaurant and its ongoing challenges. Harriet also mentions her preference for pizza as a seemingly healthier option, despite finding out the calorie count. She humorously mentions her failed attempt to request a pizza with a hole in the middle as an inventive way to bypass the salad.
Dream Restaurant: A Menu Based on Harriet Kemsley's Choices
At the dream restaurant, the menu includes dishes like Chocolate Guinness cake, Bas City's roast potatoes, Padana pizza from Pizza Express, a salad with rocket, peaches, cinnamon frosting, and veggie bacon, and a selection of sweets including ice cream churts, strawberry quality street, and ice cream with churts and quality street. The drink of choice is Hoon Soft Blanc, and the dessert platter contains a variety of treats like chocolate Guinness cake, cherry Garcia ice cream, and ice cream churts. The unique combination of items creates a playful and indulgent dining experience.
Superb stand-up Harriet Kemsley – as seen on ‘Live at the Apollo’ and ‘Hypothetical’ – has a table booked in the Dream Restaurant / cat cafe this week.
Harriet Kemsley’s new special ‘Woman Child’ is available now on 800 Pound Gorilla and YouTube.