It has been a while since we had our hair cut and with the possibility of another lockdown hanging over us, we thought we had better have it done while we are able.

First, however, we had some business to see to in the area of Amwell Street. Having done this, we decided to visit a once much frequented locality that we have been forced lately to neglect.

Myddelton’s deli

They once more have tables outside and as the day was sunny, we decided to take our coffee in the open air.

Lots of delicious possibilities
Photo by Tigger

Despite our long neglect, we were made to feel welcome. While our coffee was being made, we cast hungry glances at the stock of food.

Coffee and Portuguese custard tarts

In the end we plumped for Portuguese custard tarts which we consumed with our coffee out in the autumn sunshine.

What’s next for this pub?
Photo by Tigger

We made our way to White Lion Street where we noticed that this pub had closed. We had Sunday lunch here a couple of times when I think it was called the Lord Wolseley. It then acquired the dull name Craft Beer Co and is now closed and nameless. We were amused by notices on the windows. These read “People living upstairs”, presumably to deter anyone from breaking in. What will its next incarnation be? Will it even be a pub? Many pubs have left the trade entirely and become residential properties.

Hair cut here

At the other end of White Lion Street (named after a tavern that once stood here) is the hair-cutting salon which we use. It is a no-frills place with quick and efficient service at £8 a go. (Many gent’s salons now charge £25 or more for a simple trim.)

Passers-by in a time of Covid
Photo by Tigger

From the barber’s, we walked along Islington High Street, making for a certain establishment at the crossroads. Perhaps you guess which one I mean?

Goth boots
Photo by Tigget

We spotted this young lady wearing Goth-style platform-soled boots despite not having any other Goth accoutrements. They look clumsy but I suppose you become accustomed to them.

Jusaka

This is where we were heading – but you guessed, didn’t you? 🙂 Two rounds of coffee in one day isn’t extravagant, is it? 🙂 Then it was off home for lunch.

Just in case you were wondering about the title, I always ask the barber for “A number 4 all over”, that being the size of the clipper head and consequently, the length of the hair after cutting. The result is rather Spartan but, then, it grows again! Here is the result:

“Number 4 all over”