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EATING LOTS FOR 1S 6D
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EATING LOTS FOR 1S 6D
Three hungry customers get their moneys worth with a cheap lunchtime restaurant meal. Date: circa 1835
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In this intriguing image from the annals of Victorian history, three ravenous customers are seen making the most of a cheap lunchtime meal at a bustling restaurant in circa 1835. The scene exudes an air of hearty appetite and unabashed gluttony, as the trio digs into their generous portions with gusto. The cost of their feast is indicated in the title - a mere 1 shilling and 6 pence, an affordable price for working-class patrons during this era. The table is laden with an array of savory dishes, including heaping plates of meat pies, roasted meats, and steaming bowls of stew. The customers, dressed in simple attire, display expressions of pure enjoyment as they savor each mouthful. One man, with a mug of ale in hand, leans back in his chair, his belly stretched to its limits. Another, with a piece of pie balanced precariously on his fork, looks up to engage in animated conversation with his companions. The third, a portly gentleman with a monocle, wipes his mouth with a napkin, a satisfied smile playing on his lips. The atmosphere in the restaurant is lively and convivial, with the clatter of cutlery and the murmur of voices filling the room. The scene is a testament to the simple pleasure of a good meal shared with friends, and the enduring appeal of a hearty, affordable lunch. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when a shilling and sixpence could buy more than just a moment's respite from the daily grind.
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