The Paxton, Gipsy Hill, London

So, the inevitable happened as we were in the process of making arrangements to return to work after the Christmas break. The dishwasher was fully loaded, the washing machine was set to go and the sink was clogged… Gipsy Spread being environmentally minded, decided to go buy a plunger rather than use materials that might affect the land. I had no issue with this. So, home he returned with plunger in hand. I left him to it. However after 30 minutes, I wondered what he was up to and went to have a poke.  I found him under the sink with bits of plumbing in hand. So joy of joy, we had need of a plumber on a Saturday evening. So, that’s the long story, but the short of it is, that with no dishwashing facilities, we headed for Sunday lunch to the Paxton.

 

 

We were both thinking that we’d have the foot long hot dog (mine veggie) with the lovely skin on chips that has historically been a favourite. However on arrival, this delectable guilty pleasure was not on the menu. I am hopeful that this is because it was a Sunday and the roast options were paraded in their place.

 

 

So we arrived to the usual family friendly environment at the Paxton on a Sunday lunch time. The pub is large but homely and comfortable. It has an excellent quiz night on a Wednesday and also shows the football.

 

 

So, as we had both been hankering after the fries, we went for the equally guilt inducing burger (mine was veggie) and fries. There’s not much to say about Gipsy Spread’s, it was bun, burger, accoutrements and fries and an excellent burger plate at that. Mine though was rather special; a sweet potato patty with a crisp crust, bejewelled with fresh whole broad beans. An absolute delight and more so because this low GI dish lessened some of my guilt.

 

The rest of the menu at the Paxton is also exciting and I am often grateful for the thought and consideration that is given to the vegetarian options. Thank fully risottos do not abound. They also have children’s menu, as well a play area in the garden which does make it an excellent choice for families.

 

 

So, how did it all end? Well, with this delicious meal and with an entirely new set of plumbing; the money needed for which, will surely have had an impact on the environment!