It's a Hard Life

It's a hard life being a food blogger.  No really. 

Let me explain...

A few weeks ago my boss (for dear readers, I have a day job) had been on a baking spree over the weekend and brought in a delicious looking Victoria Sponge.  As she sliced it up, she eyed me with scepticism, "I can't give any to you, you might hate it.  I mean you're a critic".

I sighed.  This isn't the first time I've heard this.  Every time I go to a friend's for food it's the same.  "You'd better not review my meal!"

I protest every time, I'm just misunderstood - whilst I critique, I'm rarely critical - not in a wholly negative sense anyways.  Criticism is fair and even handed - encouraging where needed, praising where deserved and judging without malice if fault is found.

I wasn't going to win this one with words.  I demolished the first piece of light, airy sponge with its sandwich of cream and strawberry jam.  Then I reminded her why I got into this in the first place, I like food.  I like talking about it, thinking about it and especially eating it.  I did the only thing I could in this situation - reached for a second slice. 

Satisfied, I was allowed to eat it without comment.

So J, if you're reading this - it was lovely and can you bring some more in please?