The Bridge Inn, Napton

[howardang]

David, you are kind, but I don't feel particularly "blamed" (maybe due to my Northern thick skin).

 

My post did begin with praise for the menu which Linzi had posted. It progressed to a mild pleasantry based, as it happens, on Mrs. Athy's treatment of boiled potatoes - she does not mash them, but crushes them on her plate.

 

If that's enough to cause somebody mortal offence, then I'm sorry.

 

 

For them.

Athy, I'm sure you didn't intend to annoy/upset Linzi with the remark

 

"Are "crushed potatoes" served because somebody in the kitchen is too idle to mash them thoroughly?"

 

and a simple smiley would have made that clear. It seems obvious that being a newcomer she isn't tuned in to the cut and thrust of how this forum works. Certainly, a simple sorry might have defused the misunderstanding, If nothing else it's good manners, or is that something that is not allowed on this forum?

 

Cheers

 

Howard

Edited September 22, 2013 by howardang

[Athy]

I must say that I am grateful to our Delta colleague - I had thought that "crushed potatoes" were what I described, i.e. boiled potatoes crushed with a fork, as practised by Mrs. Athy chez nous. I have learned that they are in fact roasted beforehand (though I'm not sure why they would then be crushed before beig served).

Since the forum technology was rejigged, Howard, I am not usually able to insert "smilies" - the little face on which one clicks to get to them is sort of glazed over, as are the buttone for italics, bold, etc. Sometimes they work, but not often. But you are absolutely correct in your assumption that no upset was intended.

 

I see that Linzi has been, or is, reading this topic. Come in, Linzi: what exactly are crushed potatoes?

Edited September 22, 2013 by Athy

[Laurie Booth]

Linzi is quite correct in the fact that crushed potatoes are crushed with a fork instead of a masher.

The potatoes in question may be boiled, fried, baked.

At least that's wot I was taught.

[c c]

OK I give up - what's all this got to do with "General Boating"?

Surely it should be under "Items For Sale".

Perhaps we could have a forum dedicated to the marketing of all canalside businesses that offer a service to boaters.

[DHutch]

Since the forum technology was rejigged, Howard, I am not usually able to insert "smilies" - the little face on which one clicks to get to them is sort of glazed over, as are the buttone for italics, bold, etc. Sometimes they work, but not often.

There is a 'switch' in the top left of the array of buttons which toggles between the 'new' wysiwyg editor interface, with all buttons available, and the old 'forum bb code' type interfact, where for some reason, they are not.

 

You can however also, in both modes, just type your required combination of colons and a brackets...

 

 

Daniel

[carlt]

 

and a simple smiley would have made that clear.

Has the English language deteriorated so far that we have to insert an infantile cartoon character in order that nobody takes offence?

 

Surely it would be simpler for everyone to have "All humorous quips are just a bit of friendly harmless fun" as their default setting, rather than "All humorous quips are a malicious attempt to belittle newcomers"?

 

As far as I'm concerned nothing I post ever has any malicious intent and it is the person who chooses to interpret my ramblings negatively who has the problem, not me, and I choose to interpret everybody else's attempts at comedy as friendly banter, too, whatever their intentions.

 

(edited to add: )

[Rod a mod from Tod]

Has the English language deteriorated so far that we have to insert an infantile cartoon character in order that nobody takes offence?

 

Surely it would be simpler for everyone to have "All humorous quips are just a bit of friendly harmless fun" as their default setting, rather than "All humorous quips are a malicious attempt to belittle newcomers"?

 

As far as I'm concerned nothing I post ever has any malicious intent and it is the person who chooses to interpret my ramblings negatively who has the problem, not me, and I choose to interpret everybody else's attempts at comedy as friendly banter, too, whatever their intentions.

 

(edited to add: )

 

[Ange]

You need to be a bit careful with smileys - some people still take offence when they misinterpret the smiley you use.

 

It's a minefield on here sometimes!

[matty40s]

[carlt]

 

It's a minefield on here sometimes!

[ditchcrawler]

Linzi. Don't go anywhere. You are most welcome on here and yes you do get the odd adverse comment.

 

As far as Athy is concerned, knowing Mike (who is Athy in disguise) as I do, his sense of humour is all about what he wrote in his thread. He for one, will visit you I'm pretty sure.

 

Hang on in there, you will get to know who is friendly and who is hostile. Glad you hada full house last night. Please consider one of my previous posts, you will make genuine friends and customers on here.

 

Give this site time. I for one want to hear how you're getting on with your business venture.

 

Martyn.

And he pays CASH

[IanM]

in a past life (last year) The Folly and The Bridge had some sort of partnership/agreement! They offered linked specials!

 

Have to agree - a proper flounce, and really no need!

 

No it didn't, it was the Bridge and the one at Fenny Compton who had the partnership.

[Nightwatch]

No it didn't, it was the Bridge and the one at Fenny Compton who had the partnership.

This is correct. It was The Wharf.

[Morat]

I'll be stopping at Naption in a couple of weeks time... I'm torn now between The Bridge and The Folly.

I think I may have to compare both and report back. No, no medals please. I'm a public spirited kind of a guy

[steven wilkinson]

I stand corrected!

[Linzi]

So sorry the bridge and folly are two different companies. I know this as i run the bridge.

 

Linzi

[Graham Davis]

Welcome back, Linzi.

Please stay around and ignore the non-sayers on here.

They can't help it!!

[MtB]

 

No it didn't, it was the Bridge and the one at Fenny Compton who had the partnership.

 

Yep.

 

The Wharf at Fenny is a bit of a disaster area IMO, although now they've started serving 6X they've redeemed themselves slightly. Food is AWFUL by and large IME, but I had a passable Sunday lunch there recently.

 

Peeps seem to like the place because they serve large portions. <Schnerk> This seems to be all it takes to impress so many boaters....

 

I had a pint in The Bridge last week too. Beer at the Folly is WAY better!

 

 

MtB

[ditchcrawler]

 

Yep.

 

The Wharf at Fenny is a bit of a disaster area IMO, although now they've started serving 6X they've redeemed themselves slightly. Food is AWFUL by and large IME, but I had a passable Sunday lunch there recently.

 

Peeps seem to like the place because they serve large portions. <Schnerk> This seems to be all it takes to impress so many boaters....

 

I had a pint in The Bridge last week too. Beer at the Folly is WAY better!

 

 

MtB

For some reason the Folly doesn't do it for me, now when it WAS a pie pub!!

[c c]

So sorry the bridge and folly are two different companies. I know this as i run the bridge.

 

Linzi

Linzi, on 21 Sept 2013 - 5:37 PM, said:

Last post from me.

Linzi.

Edited September 24, 2013 by canalchef

[billS]

 

Linzi, on 21 Sept 2013 - 5:37 PM, said:

Last post from me.

Linzi.

That's a bit ungracious isn't it? It is permissable for people to reflect and change their minds - even on this forum.

 

 

Edited because I can't spell for tofu

Edited September 24, 2013 by billS

[lydfordcastle]

 

Linzi, on 21 Sept 2013 - 5:37 PM, said:

Last post from me.

Linzi.

 

 

For heaven's sake don't you people ever let go?

[Athy]

I am very pleased to welcome Linzi back.

[Laurie Booth]

I am very pleased to welcome Linzi back.

Ditto

[john6767]

Pleased to see you back too. We moored by the Bridge on Sunday night, but having been up at 2:45AM to take our daughter to the airport we were so tired we did not come in, I know lightweights. Next time we are passing we will call in.