The Banter officially begins!
In this first episode, Anu - lawyer, mum and unapologetic pop culture lover introduces Banter: Real Talk. Real Life. with a mix of honest reflections and weekly recommendations.
Here’s what’s inside:
👩👧👦 Life & Reflections → Back to school, back to reality and a summer split between Austria and Portugal.
Anu shares the hilarious twist of booking a holiday in Albufeira with her 16 year old son and his friend, only to discover their accommodation was right on the party strip!
Shocking at first but fun in the end, proving sometimes it’s good to do something different. Meanwhile, her husband and daughter enjoyed a quieter Austrian getaway.
And now the family waits on news: her eldest son’s plans to study in Germany.
Anu also touches on being part of the sandwich generation where she cares for both her family and elderly parents.
📚 Book of the Week → My friends by Frederick Backman
📺 What I’m Watching → Department Q, Netflix
🎭 Culture Spotlight →Sing Street Musical, Lyric Theatre
🍽 Restaurant Picks → Jin Bao, Kew and Zazza Korean Noodles, New Malden
🍴 Recipe of the Week → Cauliflower Cheese
Ingredients: Cauliflower head
Gratted cheese
Paprika
Garlic Powder
Dry parsley
Salt and pepper
Red onions
2tsp brown sugar
Method: Cut cauliflower into steaks, pieces also fine.
Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper and dry parsley.
Roast for 20 mins.
Take out and add grated cheese.
In one pan, sauté one long sliced red onion. Add sugar, salt and pepper.
Once cauliflower is golden and crispy, sprinkle the onion mix and serve!
It’s honest, warm, and the perfect mix of lifestyle, culture, and real talk - like catching up with a friend over coffee or wine!
New episodes every Monday 🎧