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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 05:04
Dangerous Blonde, great that the Iftar was a success! Wow, did you really make your own sambosek? I would've cheated with frozen or ordered from a restaurant! You can add salt to the frying oil to stop the eggplant absorbing so much. SEY, I made the Maggi Kabsa per your instructions, using a 900g fresh chicken cut into smallish pieces and 3 cups jasmine rice and 1 pkt Kabsa seasoning. I think I messed up with the water, rice was a tad mushy. Didn't brown the chicken in oven. My maid was inspired to add a topping of sauteed raisins and fried onions. Only 1 of my kids ate it. Even though I come from an ethnicity that is famous for using spices liberally, I found the Kabsa seasoning over-powering for the quantities of raw ingredients used, all I could taste was the cloves, cinnamon, cardamom. Will adjust next time.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 04:11
I have an idea of how to do it with caustic soda but i don't know where to get it here... I'd really appreciate if u can help me..DH used to be a high school science teacher here, he suggests you contact one of the scientific supply places in Bur Dubai behind the Karama post office or in Deira in the warehouse area opp Hamarain shopping Ctr. BTW, there was an article in The National about an Emirati lady in Liwa who figured out how to make soap from date seeds from Internet tutorials and lots of trial and error.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:59
I'd save your money and take him when he's a bit older and can do so much more.This is my rationale for not taking my children there.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:54
Marina this is an amazing recipe for fall off the bone juicy lamb. Jamie uses shoulder but leg works fine too. You'll have to substitute red wine vinegar with something for the gravy - I would probably stir in some red currant jam or use some cranberry juice. http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/lamb-recipes/incredible-roasted-shoulder-of-lamb-with You can get red wine vinegar in all supermarkets here, it's just labeled as red [b'>grape[\b'> vinegar.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:51
Is it in English? All I know is that the idea was developed by a Kuwaiti intellectual.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:36
Just to add, if you bought books at House of Prose and you take them back in good condition, they give you a 50% refund too!Bookworld has the same buy-back policy.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:26
I recently noticed proper clothing donation bins outside the mosques in my area. Previously I would leave garbage bags full of clothes in the ladies prayer areas of mosques! There are charity shops here but not the first option. I recently discovered a new one behind the Choithrams in Karama.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:21
Woolworth in the UAE is a branch of Woolworth South Africa.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:19
Nice to know that the cannons are still being fired. I sort of assumed that they stopped that practice in Dubai from the time of the second gulf war. Sharjah TV still shows the cannon being fired at Iftar time.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 03:10
Tap water.
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 02:52
By "fully integrated" do you mean "built-in appliances"? Of course they are sold here in Dubai but not in the malls! You will need to drive around the city: Jacky's on Airport Rd in Deira, Salahuddin Rd in Deira, Universal Appliances near the Aviation Club, Juma Al Majid (local agents for GE appliances). You could also go to a custom kitchen cabinet place like Kitchen Concepts in Deira near the Maktoum Bridge, Kitchens & Beyond on Sheikh Zayed Rd, etc and they will find the appliances for you. You can buy an upright freezer from Carrefour or the Jacky's branch on Airport Rd.
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 23:22
I've stayed at Al Maha and Banyan Tree in the desert. At the time of booking I explain that I want the most private villa plus pool on the property. At Banyan Tree they wrap an opaque cloth around the pool if you request it. I stayed a weekend at a friend's chalet in Cove Fujeirah. While the villa has a pool, it's not private-- you see everyone and they can see you!
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 23:03
They are oily but the topping options v tempting!
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 22:59
I have a Bosch counter top gas stove and AEG Electrolux built in electric oven. Love the Bosch stove with child-deterrent knobs. The oven is a little temperamental. I prefer Panasonic microwaves.
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 22:55
Personally I would send my children to Research Science if I lived in that area. I've had friends who've sent their children to both schools. I only have one friend who is truly happy with Creative Science, but she is more keen that her kids do Qur'an memorization and not that bothered about the rest of the academics or how she is treated by admin. Just have to warn you that Creative Science admin and teachers prefer to communicate with parents via e-mail.
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 22:35
An Eastern European gyno at Infinity Clinic on Wasl Rd has been recommended here for her discretion, maybe her name is Dr Natalie??
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 22:19
Did anyone find the Maggie Kabsa mix? I'm still looking.I haven't found in the shops recently, plan to look in C4 in Mazaya Ctr. BUT I found 1 pkt in my cupboard when digging out a Maggi broccoli soup mix for today's Iftar! Will try using SEY83's method since the Maggi instructions just look v wrong. Hope my little boys like it!
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:34
Edibles.ae will cook you food to order but you have to go pick up from them.
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:31
If you know Sharjah, there's a warehouse there called Toros. From Dubai, you go to Al Wahdah Rd, take a right turn just before Sara/ Villeroy & Boch Ceramics and you'll be on a side road with the warehouse to your left. They carry all the Lebanese/Syrian/ Palestinian dry groceries. You can also try Geant, and Lifco (Lebanese Fruit Co) Supermarket on Sheikh Zayed Rd next to Coco's and Al Zahra Medical Clinic. Wafi Gourmet will have it but may be a tad more expensive. I married into a Lebanese-Egyptian family. Personally I prefer the fresh moulokhia but my Arab husband hates all kinds of molokhia, go figure!
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:24
They always have unglazed old-fashioned or sour cream donuts in the counter, so I like Tim's. Love the maple dip doughnuts.
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:14
Johnny Rockets
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:13
Thanks iheartjax for that info, my dad sends me random recipes calling for brisket every winter. Now I know where to get one in Dubai :)
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Latest post on 24 July 2012 - 16:05
Just found this tutorial for "the chocolate method": http://morganscakes.blogspot.com/2010/05/chocolate-transfer-method-tutorial.html Getting the special candy colors (they are oil-based) is the next challenge.
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Latest post on 20 July 2012 - 10:32
A thermos. I found a good range at Lulu hypermarket.
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Latest post on 20 July 2012 - 10:23
I just got back from 2 weeks in Singapore, man that place is more expensive than Dubai! For the first 3 days we had a lovely time because we got the conversion rate wrong, then we used the credit card and wham! reality hit us. Heck the only thing that was cheaper was my toddler's Nuk pacifier chain, at Dhs 12 instead of the Dhs 19 charged in Dubai. I will still complain about the sudden increase in the price of carrots here. From Dh 4.95 a kilo to Dhs 8.99 in 6 months is just wrong!
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Latest post on 20 July 2012 - 10:19
And also Victoria Secret have some crochet dresses, both casual and coverups and I think they are on sale too. Where is the Victoria's Secret shop? Do they sell clothes/lingerie or just the fragrances?
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 17:51
there's also a Fabindia on Jumeira Beach Rd opp the zoo.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 17:36
Plenty of white collar families live in that area, mostly expat Indians and Arabs. There's a Spinneys, Choithrams, Shoemart within walking distance. A bit shabby round the corners but fairly okay and safe.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 17:33
My DH will not spend over 100 dirhams per person for Iftar. My DH will happily agree with your DH! Thanks for the suggestions Lulee.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:16
You don't need to use the chervil, just substitute with a smaller amt of fresh minced parsley.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:15
I did a big beef wellington for the in-law's Eid lunch last year, so we bought the beef from Park n Shop. I had some leftover scraps which I froze for later use, they made THE best stroganoff, sooo tender and tasty.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:10
Iv been looking for white choco chips too but to no avail yet.I always see those, Dr Oetker brand, in Choithrams. You could also try Al Maya Lals and Lulu.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:09
Do let me know how else can I use it. can i use it to pour it on the cake after frosting it with buttercream? but the problem i face is that u have to melt it very carefully otherwise the oil separates from it. it is more sensitive to heat than the hershey choco chips. also when i melt it its nice and smooth and thin but i cant pour it on the cake coz itz still warm for the buttercream on the cake. if i leave it to cool a bit it starts to harden and is not easily pourable in one go!!! what do i do? You can do this two ways: 1. Split your cooked cake in half, horizontally and just use the buttercream as a filling. Then put the cake into a springform pan the same size and pour the melted coating choc over it, then into the freezer to harden. It looks really good! 2. Frost the cake with buttercream as normal, then freeze the whole thing for 4 hrs. Remove and immediately pour the warm melted coating choc over it. Quickly smooth then return to freezer.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:02
no, I haven't seen or heard, but I have a Tunisian friend who loves to cook for people! She says that there's a Tunisian restaurant in Deira.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 16:01
Hi, this came up recently on Expat woman: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=184699
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 15:57
OK, my suggestion is waaaay downmarket since DH likes to "keep it real": Automatic Lebanese Restaurant. Beach Rd, Jumeira and opp the Ramada Hotel in Bur Dubai. The place isn't fancy and your meal will be interrupted by lots of little kiddies but the food is amazingly authentic and consistently great. Did I mention, it's also very good value.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 15:51
All hail the return of babylicious, queen of txt spk! No, I don't like it. Before I was an Expat woman member, I was a regular on the Lush UK forums and no-one wrote out their posts in text speak. Go figure!
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 15:48
Looks like fun! I was gonna give the Co-op a miss this week since my nearest one doesn't have covered parking, but looks like I'll brave it for these decorations..!
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 15:42
Tresor Gucci Rush (original) Givenchy Insolence ;)
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 23:48
Hi Anon, Mabrook on your easy delivery and precious new baby!
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 23:33
Congrats AmyAus!
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 23:30
DB Babies in the Town Ctr on. Beach Rd have them in the shop.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 23:27
Dubai ladies club have a crèche suitable for that age.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 23:02
Try Hardee's, their premium milkshakes are really good.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 23:00
flavours at the towers rotana! edited by kelly1814 on 09/07/2012Second this! Also enjoyed Anise at the DFC Intercontinental and Mosaico at Emirates Towers, all for lunch.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 22:52
I saw a few in Tickles n Giggles in Dxb mall that were included in the sale and less than Dhs 300.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 22:49
Sahar Collections also sells lawn suits on Facebook. Competitive pricing and good service, they can put u in touch with a tried n tested tailor.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 22:42
Rocky Mtn Choc Factory in Beach Ctr, tasting is believing, and the wallet won't hurt either.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 22:19
DH's company issues out NGI Healthnet, and they cover 50% of cost provided u go to one of the dentists on their list.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 22:17
I think he charged me 1200aed for 6 fillings (yes :-( - oh the shame) and x-rays, scale, polish etc over 3 visits. I have heard of people paying nearly that for just 1 or 2 fillings Wow,thats a really good price. I was charged dhs750 for only one filling at a dentist located in Jumeira. Almost fainted when I got the bill as I pay out of my own pocket. Now I just avoid all Jumeira dentists as they all seem to be a rip off.Depend where u go :) Drs Hadi & Hoffman in the Beach Ctr charge lower prices.
 
 
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