BBQ's and Goodbyes

There've been a lot of end-of-the-term/my-time-here events going on, so I figured I'd just lump them together.

My friend Julia had a BBQ in Bute Park (which is a very short walk away from Talybont where I live) on May 29th. She was getting ready to leave (so early!) and wanted something to cap it off. I got to meet her friends from the hiking society and we all enjoyed the burgers, crisps and other finger-foods.

Nature!

Bridge over the River Taf

Those brave souls went through the icy water!

I went to another BBQ on June 1st, this time for CathSoc. We went to Bute Park as well, but we entered through a gate that was roughly across from the Uni.

River Taf 

Kebabs, burgers and sausages. Yum! 

Our lovely group!

We had a some sing-alongs after lunch

In early June, I walked up to Roath Park. Sadly, I didn't get to see the famous Scott Memorial Lighthouse (time constraints), but I did enjoy strolling through.

I found a secret area. No hidden treasures though.

On June 8th, I did a little exploring. I walked through Bute Park again, over the bridge that I'd visited previously with Julia's BBQ. The day was absolutely stunning. There were people of all ages (along with their dogs) there enjoying the sunshine.

Fun Fact #35: I think I've seen more children on leashes than dogs on leashes!

I ended up in this area called Pontcanna. This place looked on the posher end of things. The walkways were really clean, the gardens were full of delicate and fussy-looking flowers, there were some nice cars about and the people were stylishly dressed. I felt like I stood out like a sore thumb!

Roses outside a church

I ended up finding this place called the Fat Pig Deli. It was absolutely adorable. I got a pulled-pork sandwich and a Blood Orange San Pellegrino. As I was munching contentedly on my sandwich, I saw someone who seemed a bit familiar...

See the guy in the Doctor Who shirt from the Sherlock filming last month? I saw him again. I didn't get another picture though, that would've been creepy.

The way the owners greeted him made me think that this guy is a regular there! I was shocked. What are the chances of me seeing the really fit rigging guy from the Sherlock filming?

And before you ask:

1) There wasn't any Sherlock filming going on in the area. I think it's on a summer break right now.

2) I am 95% certain it's the same guy. I may be terrible with names, but I remember faces and let's just say that his is quite memorable...

3) Eerie coincidence: I was wearing the exact same dress I wore to the filming. 

I was almost tempted to go up to him, but honestly, what could I say? "Hey, pardon me, but you look familiar. Were you at the Glamorgan Building on May 16th when they were filming Sherlock?" I felt really nervous just thinking about it. Besides, he seemed to be in a rush and I just really wanted to finish my sandwich. You win this time, pulled-pork...

I did talk to the guys at the counter after I finished my sandwich. I asked if they made their own bread (they do) and we spoke about all sorts of stuff. Seriously, being an American is an instant conversation-starter. I'll miss having that when I go back home.

So, that's really about it. I'll be flying out of Heathrow before I know it.

Cheers!