The photos barely do it justice, which is exactly why I keep a blog instead of just a camera roll. Context is the whole story; the picture is just the receipt.
Money note, since nobody else says it out loud: the whole thing cost less than a takeaway dinner, and most of the supplies came from the drawer I was about to throw out.
Have you tried it yourself? Tell me in the comments — I read everything.
It started as a half-plan on a Tuesday and somehow became the highlight of the week. I wrote down everything while it was fresh, mostly so future-me could relive it — but if this helps you pick your own version of it, even better.
A few practical notes before you try it: bring cash, give yourself more time than feels necessary, and photograph the menu board — future you will want to know what that was.
Have you tried it yourself? Tell me in the comments — I read everything.
Ranking things is a love language. This list is subjective, unscientific and updated constantly — argue with it in the comments, that is what the comments are for.
The trick, if there is one, is to go early and keep expectations light. Lines move fast, people are kind, and the small stuff — the extra napkin, the window seat — quietly stacks into a good time.
Have you tried it yourself? Tell me in the comments — I read everything.