A lot has changed in this world since 1984. I can hardly imagine what life must have been like back then. Using old-timey computers at work, reading the black-and-white Glasgow Evening Times and discussing life under Margaret Thatcher's rule - this is all foreign to me.
Despite not having been born for another 14 years, however, I can now say I have had a taste (literally) of what it was like. And it's all thanks to the Baby Grand, a Glasgow institution celebrating 40 years since its opening. For the occasion, the restaurant turned back time to serve food at 1984 prices every Wednesday.
I went along with a friend to try what they had to offer. (Image: Newsquest) When we arrived, I was immediately surprised - I have never heard of this venue before but it looked welcoming and lively. On the menu were starters such as chicken liver pate, marinated herring on rye bread and smoked Scottish salmon.
We went for something more simple and ordered a portion of garlic bread and pan-fried mushrooms, both for £2. Immediately, I was surprised by how great the mushrooms were, soft and well-seasoned. The garlic bread was just what it says on the tin, no complaints here.
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Not only have I rarely seen such a selection of meals but the.