Hangover

If everything went to plan last night, my eyes are feeling a little sensitive to sunlight this morning. If everything went to plan last night, my New Year’s BBQ sangas were successfully digested.

And if everything went to plan last night, what Amy Crutchfield yesterday dubbed the most underrated and overrated night of the year, hopefully you rated the way you brought in the New Year. Whether it involved going to a BBQ like me, or staying home with a glass of pinot, or getting as far away from the crowds as possible or just having a nice night in bed.

Tell us about it. And while you’re at it, tell us what your some of your aspirations are the year ahead. Let’s hope it’s a good one for all of us.

And hey, what’s your best hangover cure? A piece of vegemite toast and a small glass of OJ have always got me back on my feet but as for the rolling waves of nausea… Any suggestions, Punchers? Anyone? *cough*

Koreans make it salty, Mexicans like it spicy and Thais do an easily-digestible, boiled rice-style soup.

The British inhale beans on toast, a full English breakfast (hold the sausage, thanks) or a deliciously greasy bacon buttie;  the Turks, a generous plate of organ meat. Organ meat? Yes, really, organ meat.

Personally, it’s a toss up between peanut butter on toast, or a packet of plain Smiths crinkle cut chips. It must be crinkle cut. All washed down with a gallon of soda water and several peppermint teas.  Coffee is an absolute no, no and hair of the dog is acceptable from about midday.

We’ve shared a few more of our faves below. Please add yours in too. There are mornings when we’ll need to try them, believe us!

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