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		cletus on Nov 24, 2017 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: How the sandwich consumed Britain I lived in the UK for several years and lived on sandwiches for lunch at work, primarily from Pret a Manger (BLT and Thai Chicken mainly). But I also visited particularly several times and as much as I enjoyed my lunch sandwiches the street vendor baguettes were in a whole different league.

walshemj on Nov 24, 2017 [–]

Yes going to a Proper cafe run by what looks like extras from EastEnders is both cheaper and a better experience.

If you see Coppers (policemen) taking there lunch break there you know its going to be OK

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