In Gail Honeyman's "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine," the narrator reflects on a peculiar meal choice she made. She describes selecting a piece of unidentifiable white fish that was deep-fried and served in a sweet bread bun. This unusual combination is completed by a slice of processed cheese, a wilting lettuce leaf, and a questionable white sauce that she finds quite off-putting.

This moment highlights the character's struggles with food and reflects her overall experience of discomfort and confusion in social situations. The odd culinary choice serves as a metaphor for her feelings of isolation and the absurdity she often perceives in everyday life.