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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 18:38
Done and it is yum! It is slightly bitter but I think it will be ok. I had to find the blender bits as the hand blender wasn't cutting it :cool: Will put coconut in it for sandwiches tomorrow. thanks!! :) Good to know.. Bitter may be due to the tamrind use less of it.
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 18:34
A bottle of wine - to make your problems disappear? Two bottles - to magnify them lol :) Chocolate- so you can stretch yourself to the limit? Another bottle of wine, to forget you've lost your marbles? looollllll Excellent!!! Now why didn't they think of that.
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 18:33
If it's not a courier company a parcel by post is not going to make it. I'm going to Cape Town for easter and can carry something small Infact I've got a carton packed ready to go straight to a childrens home. Its something I do everytime we are back.
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 11:29
- An eraser, to make your problems disappear - A coin, so you can never be broke - A marble, so you can never say you've lost yours - A rubber band, so you can stretch yourself to the limit - A paper clip, to hold things together when they fall apart - A magnifying glass, to remember to not sweat the small stuff Can also make a nice card with these words and gift with the right accesories
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 09:55
Came across this great juice site for various ailments http://juicerrecipesnow.com/category/juices-for-detox/
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 09:40
Annedxb replied : I've got tons of scrap booking stuff to get rid off.. email me on expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com and will send you the details If there's anything left after Helping-Hand has seen your stash, can I email you too Annedxb? Yes sure!! I think there is enough to share between the two... drop me a mail
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 09:39
The MCC branch has a wide selection.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:45
Thank you Annedxb I will go for it as you said I have nothing to lose. The worst that can happen is that she will email me with a mean reply such as 'so now you bother to contact me after 1 year of the revolution' but at least I will feel better for trying. Yes I am a sort of believer more agnostic than anything else but kind of a Christian as well if that is possible. I think the biggest fear is fear itself. Dont worry too much about consequences.. . <em>edited by Annedxb on 18/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:41
Do you mean that you fry it first then dip it in egg and then fry it again? Only if the bread is soft variety which is most often with white bread. I however, dip it then fry it till its goldenbrown and crisp. But gave you the other option in case you were using a softer variety. Its longer but you may probably get it right that way
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:36
Mmmm I love French toast but I always burn it. I must try it with dibis it sounds delicious. The key to making your french toast crispy is to apply a thin layer of butter using a butter knife on both sides of the bread slices. Then, place the two slices of bread on a hot lightly greased pan and wait up to 2 minutes until they are grilled on both sides. This must be done before dipping it into the egg and milk mixture. Use spatula to flip the bread every 30 to 60 seconds, depending on how hot the pan is. Keep doing this until your french toast is as crispy as you'd like it to be.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:27
Whatever!!! It's more like when the kids or Dh remembers to wish us.. . <em>edited by Annedxb on 18/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:26
From another post I also take it that you are a believer... then its probably the right thing to do too. All the best!! I'm sure it will be ok.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:15
How sweet is that!! Never thought about a newspaper for my DS
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:14
Try emirates post.. they've got these offers of shipment of 30kgs for just Aed 300 and less to the subcontinent. They possibly have something similar for the west.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:12
Why not?? You have absolutely nothing to loose, if it goes the other way atleast you have tried!!! In all probability for old times sake it will be good to connect again and you've now got reason to. As for me I forgive, forget and move on pretty easily. People invariably are always receptive to wishes, condolences etc. Go for it!!!
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 22:01
Think it opens at 8am. The AR branch is by far the pretiest Shakespeare .. it bright and airy and also has a cute florist. For breakfast the eggs benedict is just divine.. Their carrot cake is also very nice and light. They've got the upstairs too for smokers but can give you a whole section for a big group of diners. Love it!! and glad to have in the Ranches.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:33
Have to second the Amara spa.. my fav in town A close alternative is the Palace Old Town
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:29
Oohhh!! Those crabs looks divine.. Dont know them but I recognise the place its JUMBO crabs.. YUM!!!!!
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:24
What recipe are you following for Dhal? Google one that has reviews..
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:22
I've got tons of scrap booking stuff to get rid off.. email me on expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com and will send you the details
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:13
Let me know how it turns out. Its easy and fool proof! You have obviously not been in my kitchen... :D Bless you!! I was terrible too when i started out..
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:12
Karama has loads of them for cheap cheap cheap. Alternatively try Antique Museum they may also have it as they supply most of the shops in Karma.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:10
Let me know how it turns out. Its easy and fool proof!
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 20:02
is there a way to rescue or fix it if it does get too runny? It will not get runny if you going to add it by the table spoon as required. But worse case scenario add more leaves to increase the quantity to balance the liquid. If you are making the chutney for the sandwich add a little more coconut a few more spirgs of the herbs. Hope you get what I mean
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 19:53
I forgot to mention you use either lemon or tamrind. Add it as per your taste. We prefer tamrind. If you feel that its not breaking down while grinding add water by the table spoon .. but make sure you don't get it runny.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 19:51
No its not going to work in a hand held blender. It ideally needs to be processed well.. maybe a blender could work.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 19:39
Green Chutney as condiment 2 Bunches of corriander (cut off stocks and roots) 1 Bunch of mint (cut off stocks and roots) 1 green chilli de-seeded 4 cloves of garlic (peeled) 1/2" thick ginger slice (peeled) 1/2 tsp cummin seeds 1 tsp sugar salt to taste Lemon juice to grind (or better still tamrind 1-2 tsp) Wash and grind all the above ingredients to a smooth paste. Add the salt and lemon juice to taste. Green Chutney for Sanwiches To the same recipe above add 1/4 cup of freshly grated coconut. Enjoy!!!
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 19:08
Such a shame .... that I am certain he was not buckled at the time of the accident... http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/emergencies/nine-year-old-boy-killed-as-cars-collide-at-traffic-junction-1.996033 . <em>edited by Annedxb on 18/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 18:59
Their website is www.dish.ae.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 17:34
Thanks ladies for all your input.. will get DH to check with his HR department or PRO they will probably have first hand info
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 17:32
OMG!!!! We super love him... If you've still got them I'd be very interested.. please email me expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 17:30
Try Dish Catering they are really good. Used them a couple of times..
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 17:28
As an alternative the Glad sandwich bags could also work with a pretty ribbon on it.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 17:24
Advertise it on Dubizzle and on the classifieds of EW. The better sites.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 17:21
It never was a problem and it's still not. We bring in loads all the time. They are also easily available here so there is no issue. If you want great Christian books head down to UCCD Church in Jebel Ali for a great selection.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 10:26
Thanks Zengirl.. it gives me hope. Does anyone know where I can check these details? A contact at immigration perhaps?
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 10:15
you will not have any of the 'younger maid' issues such as pregnancy, running off for better pay etc etc, but she may work at a slower pace, and you may need to guard against medical (get some maid insurance for her) over and above the standard medical card, do you have children? I do have a nine year old boy who is independent and doesn't need the extra attention of a maid. She is purely for keeping home and meals. I prefer older maids as they tend to stay longer too.. My first maid was 54 when she left us having worked with us for 3 years. The current maid has been with us for 5 years and is 47. Never had an issue with either. <em>edited by Annedxb on 18/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 10:08
not being funny but why would you want someone of near pensioner age to come and be a maid??? She comes highly recommended, absolutely capable.. so why not give her the opportunity? I don't consider her age an issue for me perosnally and I'd only treat her with respect and anyway my maids are not assigned to hard work. Do you have any further input now?
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 09:46
Italy would be the top of my list.
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 08:18
The website for Premier Limos http://www.premierdubai.com/index.cfm
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Latest post on 18 March 2012 - 08:16
We use Premier Limousine services all the time.. they have a good fleet of vehicles to choose from and very nice curteous and professional drivers. We usually book the BMW 7 series
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 22:59
Have you tried the MINUTES stores that are in most malls? Alternatively, the little watch repair stores in and around the older parts of Dubai may also be able to assist.
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 22:56
Jenny rose in MOE ?? Depending how far you are in pregnancy and your structure you may get away buying a regular evening dress in a larger size that fits. Thats what I did in my 8th month for NYE but I'm a petite.
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 22:52
A bit off topic but I once won £2000 of holiday vouchers from Thomas Cook in a competition they had on their website. When I went to redeem the vouchers, they treated me as if I was some freeloading bint and tried to put all kinds of limitations on what I could buy. This was even though these limitations were not specified on the actual vouchers or even on the winner notification terms & conditions. Awful experience - I have never shopped from them since and never will. Its real sad when a winner is given bad treatment and experience. It beats the purpose of promoting the company and service something that a lot of companies and their employees need to learn.
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 21:55
He is sentenced. She goes on with life.. a few years later one of the boys is found and is reconnected with his family. She meets him and he tells her that her son was brave and had attempted to run once but unsure if he made it or not. The internal investigation of the police department results with the firing of Capt. Jones, and the demotion of the Chief of Police. She continues with life in hope that she will reconnect with him one day.
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 21:44
Sweet !!! Super like!
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 21:36
Try http://www.dskc.hu/portal/ Alternatively start with the rentals places for Kayaks they may have info on groups. There is one at the Kite beach, the palm and Marina. I am keen to start but do not know the know how and embarassed to make an ass of myself. Hope the info helps!! Enjoy!!
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 21:30
Try dubizzle.. Good luck with your sale!!
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 21:27
I guess if an establishment is good, professional, etc. it doesn't need to offer their services for prices less than half of what they would.usually offer. I have tried quite a few salons and they are all mediocre. And I usually leave deciding I'd never go back. Absolutely agree.. I know of a few new companies and personal trainers that offer their services only to promote and market themselves
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 21:25
The best for me by far is the Bloombingdales Mint ice cream.... just yuuuuuummmmm. DIVINE!!!!
 
 
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