"It's always a shame to see something you thought was nice fall apart. I've heard people say the key to beauty is its transience, but I think I'll stick to craftsmanship myself when I can find it." Which means she'll stick to admiring the bag.

It's back to work mode afterwards though and she hums thoughtfully. "Hmm. Our curry is a very down to home standard recipe so if you want something that jumps out that's probably not it." She considers for another moment, shifting her weight from one leg to another, "If you want to be indulgent the chicken fried steak is a cut above the hamburg, and you can never go wrong with our karaage." Realizing she's given to offerings of pan fried food she also notes, "Our western guests have told me our caesar salads are very authentic. That's what I usually recommend if someone is looking for something lighter."