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Latest post on 02 November 2013 - 17:14
For cheesecake,i usually buy digestive biscuit from M & S.Its really good
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Latest post on 30 October 2013 - 21:47
Hi Im using maybelline its pretty good and has spf.
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 23:41
If you are anywhere near Arabian Ranches the Golf Club is doing a children's Halloween evening. Also, there are always loads of trick or treaters out on the streets here.Hi.I have checked the AR golf club website but i cannot find any updates.May i know the time they start
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 23:39
Irish village are doing games for kids too and allowing them until 9:30pm..Thank you .do you know what time it s starting? <em>edited by Leena125 on 27/10/2013</em>
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Latest post on 27 October 2013 - 11:29
Organized party or trick or treating? edited by Meagle on 26/10/2013 Anything would be fine which suits for 4 year old and 6 years .Its the first time we celebrate here in dubai.Im not quite sure which place to go.thank you
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Latest post on 26 October 2013 - 14:29
Hi I have tried pork sausages from organic shop.Its good..
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Latest post on 26 October 2013 - 11:31
Hi Is this saloon Ink located in Juimerah 2 in Beach park plaza? do they have a branch in emirates towers.Kindly advise phone number or link if some one has.thanks a lot
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Latest post on 16 October 2013 - 01:31
For us 900aed per month 2 adults and 2 kids.but from november to april usually it 650aed.May i know which time u mean as off week.I usually wash 3 times a week mainly in noon time where my maid is in
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Latest post on 24 September 2013 - 17:02
Hi ..Sadia ag , just read this thread and noted you have entered your kid in 2011 to the english college.I would like to know whether you are happy with the school , teaching ,extra activities and all the other aspects of the school.Im planning register my kids for next year and would like to know what are the reviews about the school overall .One will be in year 2 and the other will be in KG2 Thank you
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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 09:55
I think you are refferring to neem leaves which are along side of festival city area.Just have a look there are many trees over there.I think those what use for chicken pox. Hope she will get better soon
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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 09:46
Congratulations :) Im new to this forum ...I have two kids and the gap is only 19 months.Initially i find it difficult with work but actually they grow together and when the younger one is three most of the things become easier.i used most of the toys i bought for my first baby , for my second baby as well.Now the elder one is 5 years and 7 months and the younger one is 4 years.They play together ,read together and they are very good friends.Now the work is lot more easier. Good Luck and take care
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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 09:23
Thank you all for your replies. I was leaning more towards le creuset, but after some reasearch on some cookware forums (yes, they exist ;)I have decided Staub. Mainly because of the darker interior, moisture locking lids and heavier make all together. Told ya ;-) Staub is soooo good. You can buy quite a lot of it on eBay too....though make sure you get the certificate of authenticity with it. Happy Cooking! In another thread , i saw someone said its available in al diyafa in al quoz for wholesale price, im wondering where is the exact address for this place as i couldnt find on google.thank you.
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Latest post on 08 September 2013 - 11:12
Thank you everyone...I will try this weekend
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Latest post on 08 September 2013 - 10:45
I was actually thinking Masafi has high sodium content.Anyone using Nestle?
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 22:12
Hi May i please know how long is the session and how many weeks need to attend if we taken weekend classes
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Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 00:22
I don't use Le Creuset, but I know it's cast iron base, covered in enamel. These pots and their lids are very heavy, partly why I chose not to buy. Hi You are right apricot.its very heavy i checked at tavola last week and im thinking and deciding what to buy as i use tefal and a slight scratch comes i throw them and its not cheap.So im thinking to buy which i can keep long time.which brand do u use? and what is ur review
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Latest post on 26 August 2013 - 00:08
Hi Le Creuset users- can some one say is this cast iron base - does it come in copper coating as well.Thank u so much for all the reply.so finding what is the best i can buy 2-3 pots below 2000aed
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 22:56
Thanks...can I ask which model you bought? I went into Carrefour today and I think the most expensive one they had was 650 rials or so. I saw 2 Philips models - 1869 and 1863....wrote them down to look at online reviews... edited by chizz on 24/08/2013 I got Kenwood 700w and it worked pretty good
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 22:52
hi quite interest topic.invisible zinc is the product name or the color name ?im thinking of buying online as i have not very fair skin just want to make sure Product/Brand name, it's an Australian brand ok thanks .first ill try other two products at dubai mall .so i can see if they suits me .thanks a lot
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 21:48
At the moment I'm using the Institute Esthederm "No sun" spf 100 and Skinceuticals Physical Defense SPF 50. The skinceuticals is more fluid and takes less time to absorb. Both are mineral-only sunscreens and the best I've tried of this kind. Lancome do one but it's very shiny and the clarins one is really pinky-white. Both the Esthederm and Skinceuticals do have a white cast which is fine if you have fair skin but otherwise it might show. In this case then try 'Invisible Zinc' which really is invisible and can be ordered online. I wear a separate moisturiser, the clinique DDML (yellow one) Thanks for that, the products you use sound like what I am looking for. Do I order all these online or are they sold here? And what site do you use if I may ask? Thanks again! They are all sold here, but the Skinceuticals one I like is sold out - they only have the Mineral Defense not the Physical Defense (nearly the same product anyway). La Roche Posay have a physical sunscreen as well but I've not used that one I ordered it off US ebay and got it shipped through my shop+ship, it works out much cheaper. I paid about 105aed for the bottle, can't remember how much it was in Dubai Mall Boots but at least 180 hi quite interest topic.invisible zinc is the product name or the color name ?im thinking of buying online as i have not very fair skin just want to make sure
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 20:01
I use Calphalon and Circulon. They are amazing and have lasted many, many parties cooking for large groups over the last 10 years. They also have a warranty so if the coating comes off, send it back and theyll send you a new one. Hi are these copper base ? where can i find these in dubai please?
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 10:25
Hi Ladies , can some one recommend whether anodized or stainless steel is healthy and long lasting.I need to change all my nonstick pans and would like to know the suggestion.i recently checked tefel annodized and also they had in stainless steel.can some one please suggest which is good or any other brand.thank you I would go cast iron (with enamel coating) or copper. They are expensive but I don't trust the others. I think stainless steel is okay - it has been around for years and years with no documented side effects. Thank u tru blu can u please let me know a brand as well and from where I can buy.thank u
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Latest post on 24 August 2013 - 02:38
Hi Ladies , can some one recommend whether anodized or stainless steel is healthy and long lasting.I need to change all my nonstick pans and would like to know the suggestion.i recently checked tefel annodized and also they had in stainless steel.can some one please suggest which is good or any other brand.thank you
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 17:42
hi would like to know if anyone else have any good reviews as im looking to transfer my kids or any other good schools.thank you
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 12:24
Yup! In good health stores. :) Thank you :)
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 12:16
Ladies, would you please advise where I can find the suggested shampoos? Neutrogena & Nizoral - are they available at the pharmacy? I don't recall seeing Kerastase here either. Thanks so much. kerastase i have seen in marina mall and dubai mall Thanks Leena. Is there a booth/shop which sells Kerastase products or was it in a pharmacy or cosmetics shop. Sorry for being thick, it's just the malls are big. ;-)) Hi In marina mallll ground floor .just near mother care out entrance ,there is a saloon i have seen they sell .Just have a look.I will check by this weekend if i pass by to dubai mall where it is exactly
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 12:09
For the mug cake: 1 scoop Whey Chocolate Protein powder or 2 tbsp almond or oat flour then add 2tsp cacao powder for chocolate flavor 1 egg white 1 tsp baking powder 2 tsp coconut flour (this is very important for texture) 3-4 tbsp water or milk of choice Mix altogether in a mug, put in the microwave for 45 secs or more, depends on your microwave just as long as it doesn't overflow. Then top with fruit of your choice and any nut butter. I always topped mine with peanut butter and coconut oil combo, heated in the microwave. Less than 200 calories for a cake and very healthy. :) Thank you so much.its soo nicfe. i should try but i would like to ask which whey protein you use and the brand? i need to include in my diet as i started my excersise and heard it good .How do u use it daily I use Bluebonnet Whey Protein Isolates available here in Dubai. It's gluten free and 100% natural. You should definitely incorporate whey protein in your diet especially after you workout for muscle recovery. Thanks a lot.from where do u buy? is it in good health?
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 11:49
For the mug cake: 1 scoop Whey Chocolate Protein powder or 2 tbsp almond or oat flour then add 2tsp cacao powder for chocolate flavor 1 egg white 1 tsp baking powder 2 tsp coconut flour (this is very important for texture) 3-4 tbsp water or milk of choice Mix altogether in a mug, put in the microwave for 45 secs or more, depends on your microwave just as long as it doesn't overflow. Then top with fruit of your choice and any nut butter. I always topped mine with peanut butter and coconut oil combo, heated in the microwave. Less than 200 calories for a cake and very healthy. :) Thank you so much.its soo nicfe. i should try but i would like to ask which whey protein you use and the brand? i need to include in my diet as i started my excersise and heard it good .How do u use it daily
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 11:45
Try this, just shampoo using your usual shampoo and after that take your conditioner put the required amount to a cup and add 1-2 teaspoons of baking powder and mix it and apply to ur hair(not to sclap) as u do conditioner and wash it off.it can calm the grease and it will look fresh for 2-3 days.
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 11:45
Agree with the shampooing-twice gambit, but when you use expensive shampoo, it can get pricey. ;) That said, I recommend Kerastase. I've used it for years -- shampoo and conditioner and occasional leave-in 'treatments' too -- and it's worked like a charm. Don't be fooled into NOT using conditioner; it won't make your hair more oily but will restore the 'good' moisture back into it. PS. I'm not sure how old you are, but changes in environment and increase in age do result in having to adopt a different shampoo schedule. In my 20s, I had really 'greasy' hair and I was washing every day, but now in my 40s? Once a week with no 'oily' issues. Hi which leave on treatment u use?
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 11:40
Ladies, would you please advise where I can find the suggested shampoos? Neutrogena & Nizoral - are they available at the pharmacy? I don't recall seeing Kerastase here either. Thanks so much. kerastase i have seen in marina mall and dubai mall
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 11:29
Thank you will try definetly.is the other receipe mud cake? No it is a mug cake. You cook it in a mug in the microwave for less than a minute with only 5 ingredients. :) I do it everytime I crave for a cake and don't want to consume too much calories. Now thats a recipe, I would love to see I love to see the receipe :)
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 00:48
My youngest son has just finished at EC and he made many friends of many nationalities. There was no discrimination. It has been lovely to meet all his friends and he has made long lasting friendships. can you kindly let me know do they have a very long waiting list.do u have any idea?Im planning my kids for grade3 and grade 1 in 2014-2015 are you satisfied with their education system and the extra curriculam activities.?are the parents get involve on the daily basis like do they send a diary or any sort of comunication with parent and teachers. Apperciate your feed back.thanksthank you so much I can only speak for the Secondary School but communication between parents and teachers is good. The pupils have a diary which is signed each week and any comments are written in the book. Responses to any problems - academic or otherwise has been prompt and quickly sorted. Sorry but no idea about waiting lists. edited by Ice Maiden on 21/08/2013
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Latest post on 22 August 2013 - 00:46
I made a healthier version of sheperds pie tonite for dinner. Family and friends loved it. Thought i'd share. A little bit different from the original recipe but very healthy. Stuffing: 1lb lean ground beef preferably organic 3 tbsp gluten free soy sauce or more depends on your taste 2 tsp tomato paste 1 cup peas 1 cup carrots 1/2 cup corn Pinch of salt Half of onion Topping: 3-4 pieces of sweet potato 1 cup soy milk or almond milk 1/2 cup fat free cream cheese Boil water in a pan and steam the sweet potatoes. You can boil the sweet potatoes but it takes some of the nutrients. Steam is much better. While waiting for the sweet potatoes to be soft and ready to mashed, saute all the ingredients for stuffing. Once cooked transfer to a baking dish. Mash the sweet potato and combine all ingredients in a bowl. Topped it to the stuffing put in the oven and bake for 20mins at 150C. Enjoy! I have a recipe too for a mug cake for late night cravings. Taste like real cake but healthified! :) Thank you will try definetly.is the other receipe mud cake?
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 18:08
Ladies please tell me when should I start worrying about school for my 2.5 year old? I'm confused now. I don't drive and I live in burdubai. So No school near by .and the closest is oud mehtha and I'm considering Gems winchester school dubai. I'm planning to send him for a nursery for FS-1. And start school from FS2. But how can I secure a place for him in FS 2? Is It possible??is there any guaranteed nursery in burdubai/mankhool area which a school straight away take for FS 2 ? And I prefer he starts school from grade 1 and stay in the nursery for both the years. But will nurseries keep him after four years?and am I taking a risk by not starting school from FS1? Won't he get a place at school for FS2? the best is to start the school from FS1 when he completes 3 years or some schools takes admission only when they are 3.5 years.just decide which school u need to send and get enroll him from FS1.Its very hard to get in to school from FS2 or grade 1 as they take only if they have seats.so best to start from begining
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 17:31
Thank you Ladies! I will stop and buy some lavender and chamomile and vit b on the way home tonight! I remember there was a shop in the little spinneys centre on wash road that sold Bach remedies and totally forgot about that, so will try and get some more. I didn't realise you could use the lavender essential oil in the goodsphere machine, I've always just used their own fragrances. Thanks you so much xx Hi are lavender oil and essential lavender oil are two different things? sorry not familier .i just need to try.where can i get these pure organic oils please
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 17:25
i use this and it works good.actually it heat up after excersise and sweat a lot so i feel im loosing little inches but u need to have a healthy diet and excersise as well to have better results.i got mine brand new from ebay
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 17:19
Leena strawberrynet have that shampoo. not sure how price compares but is $26 shampoo and $27 usd for conditioner for 200ml. Free shipping to Dubai and at the moment new customers get 5% off. great .I happy this question caught my eyes..the website is really good.have almost all.i hope all these items are geniune .Lets give a try
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 17:18
Definitely strawberrynet.com - I used to think there must be a catch but there truly isn't - the prices are great! Thank you so much will look.
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 13:54
Alterna Bamboo Volume Abundant Volume Shampoo & Condition... Hi ladies where can i buy this in uae please.does any one using
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 00:05
My youngest son has just finished at EC and he made many friends of many nationalities. There was no discrimination. It has been lovely to meet all his friends and he has made long lasting friendships. can you kindly let me know do they have a very long waiting list.do u have any idea?Im planning my kids for grade3 and grade 1 in 2014-2015 are you satisfied with their education system and the extra curriculam activities.?are the parents get involve on the daily basis like do they send a diary or any sort of comunication with parent and teachers. Apperciate your feed back.thanks
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Latest post on 21 August 2013 - 00:00
I don't have children there myself but have heard positive things from friends with children in both the elementary and high school. Thanks vanillacupcakes .
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 23:58
I went there for my high school years (Year 7 till Year 11) and I loved it. Most of the students are from the UK (like 80%) and then a mix. I didn't see any racism or discrimination while I was there, I'm from Pakistan, and most of my friends were a mix of British, Australian, Indian, Sri Lankan etc etc. The facilities are great, it's not as big as the other schools but there were alot of activities for us. I attended 1997- 2001 so of course it might have changed by now, but in my time it was a fantastic school. Hope your kids like it there as much as I did :) Thank you so much.I hope they will like it.My main concern was racism.thanks for your input
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 12:11
Thank you so much.I would try it.and can you say this is good option for cows milk?what are the thoughts as i m planning to completely move to almond milk instead of cows milk
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 11:59
Hi Hope everyone doing good.can i please ask some reviews about the English college in dubai.about the education and other facilities and also are they treat alll the kids equally and any problems for different nationalities like asians please.im planning to send my two kids from 2014-2015 and would like to know. thank you so much
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Latest post on 20 August 2013 - 11:50
hi,thanks for the reply.i am very much relax now. I am home with the babies.mammabear,as u mentioned my babies cant latch well too.so i amexpressing n feeding them.still not enough so i started Aptamil 1 formula.will chec the one you mentioned too.The problem i am facing now is the babies sleep alot and they feed less.they get tired too quickly.the bottle i am using is for new born. Also my baby stiff his legs n spine sometimes and then relax,is it normal? What water should be used to make formula milk?shall i reboil the mineral water we use to drink? How to lay down the babis,on their back? Thanks will be looking forward to ur reply. Yes regarding water yes reboil water and allow to cool it and give formula <em>edited by Leena125 on 20/08/2013</em>
 
 
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