Thomas planned to bring his famous potato bake to a dinner party, but was beaten to the punch by the host who assumed he would bring it. Determined to surprise the guests with something new, Thomas researched and settled on Ottolenghi’s chilli fish with tahini as his dish for the night. He felt confident that this dish would impress the middle-class Millennial guests and earn back his pride after the potato bake incident.
Armed with his redemption dish and two bottles of wine, Thomas arrived at the party and began complimenting the other dishes being served. As the party was getting ready to start, Thomas placed his chilli fish with tahini on the table, only to realize that his friend had brought KFC instead of cooking. The chicken and potato and gravy dishes overshadowed his carefully prepared meal, leading the birthday girl to mistake it for chicken soup.
Despite the setback, Thomas remained determined to make a lasting impression with his dish. He had initially been hurt by the assumption that he would bring potato bake to the party, but he saw it as a challenge to prove himself and surprise the guests with something different. By choosing Ottolenghi’s recipe, he hoped to show his culinary skills and win back the admiration of his friends.
The incident with the potato bake had left Thomas feeling delicate, but he was determined to rise above it and showcase his talent in the kitchen. Choosing a dish specifically described as a crowd pleaser, he aimed to impress the guests and show that he was more than just a one-hit wonder with the potato bake. His confidence in his cooking abilities shone through as he presented his dish at the dinner party.
As the party unfolded and the KFC spread took center stage, Thomas’s dish was momentarily overlooked. Despite this setback, he remained determined to make an impression and show that he could excel in the kitchen beyond the famous potato bake. With his determination and culinary skills, Thomas continued to strive to make his mark at the dinner party and demonstrate his talent to the guests.
