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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 15:14
I simply love Ushna (in Souk Madinat). Pure, fresh and excellent Indian food. Always lot's of Indian clients as well. Vouchers in "Fine Dining".
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 12:52
Can't help you with dr's names. But since you mention you don't neccesarily want to jump into surgery, why don't you try find a good fysiotherapist simultaneously. They are very likely to be able to help you. In Dubai especially, my experience is that most dr.'s do jump into surgery. Every stitch goes directly into their pocket.
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 12:17
Fully agree with you Lou. Only in Dubai people seem at a complete loss without their nanny. All over the world families take their vacation without nanny's. They cope, why wouldn't you? A family holiday is just that: a family holiday. Time for working parents (doesn't matter if you are a SAHM) to spend quality time with their kids. For me a nanny doesn't fit into that picture. If you and DH want some time to yourselves, take a weekend break whilst in Dubai and let the nanny take care of the kids. Surely you can have fun with just the 4 of you for 10 days?
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Latest post on 03 December 2012 - 00:57
Saami: So you mean not to sponsor them at all? Don't the other agencies take the majority of the money? I heard they are now at 2700 and the maid gets only 1000. The thing that I am afraid of is that I would feel sorry for her and give her more money. This would mean I end up paying more a month! So difficult to choose! That is true Akai. I recognise your dilemma, went through the same struggle. Because of the above mentioned I opted to sponsor myself. So far so good. There a lots of good experiences, you tend to hear about the bad ones. You will have to rely on your knowledge of people while searching for the right maid. Make a list of requirements and set the boundaries from the first time you speak. You are the employer, you call the shots. Good luck.
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 21:54
Ikea has an extremely liberal exchange policy, so if you take it back it will be replaced (again and again and again). That said Ikea's concept is DIY, low prices and service accordingly. So they will not come to your house.
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 17:12
I fully agree with other posters, one should make it clear from the beginning that no advances will be granted. HOWEVER: In some cases there are indeed hospital bills to be paid. Fact is that the maids are expected to help their families out, thus, if you decide not to give an advance they are very likely to go to one of the many loansharks that operate illegally in their community. They will then have to pay large sums of interest, which in the end will lead to even larger debts (and as her sponsor it will always come back to haunt you). So the practical thing to do, at least for me, would be to ask for a copy of the hospital bill. Depending of the amount to be paid, set up a scheme to deduct x amount from their monthly salary, preferably for a maximum of 3 months. Keep in mind that while living in your house they can really make do with a very small monthly amount, if live-out they will need more (but are likely to earn more as well). Yes, I have done this with my maid who at that time was working for me 4 months. She paid it all back and is still with me. She has even asked me to keep deducting a part of her salary and keep it as her savings (apparently when she doesn't have acces to it she can say no to her family, whereas if she keeps it herself she is likely to send it home, thus not being able to save it for her (and her children's) own future).
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Latest post on 02 December 2012 - 11:19
Palace Hotel in the Old Town. It is a brunch, buffet, free bubbles etc. But always lovely, quite, excellent food. Very classy and no boozing at all. <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 02/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 01 December 2012 - 11:19
Whisk it up with a little bit of sugar, put some butter in a frying pan, fill the pan with about 1,5 cm off the egg white, and fry slightly on one side only. When it's warm all through put on a plate and fold up (like a calzone pizza). Yummie.
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Latest post on 01 December 2012 - 10:50
Sorry, not mine, but why don't you ang up some posters around the area you found him. His owner may be frantic looking for him.
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 02:18
On Sheikh Zayed road, coming from Dubai on the left hand side is Rattan House. They have a huge selection of garden furniture.
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 10:19
I never went there, but if it was me on my wedding anniversary I would definitely choose some other restaurant. There are plenty of excellent restaurants here, and as you say, you don't want to feel rushed on an evening that is supposed to be about good food and romance. And the place will probably be packed, how romantic is that?
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 14:44
So she hasn't taken leave for two years? wow. I used to think that too. Thing is however, that when they travel home the (extended) family expects them to bring gifts and pay for everything, after all, working and living in Dubai, they must be filthy rich :\: All their hard earned savings will go up in flames. So many tend to go home as little as possible in order to be able to really safe money and eventually go home to built a better live for their own family.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 13:24
Creek Park. Enter at Gate 4 and keep walking straight until you're right at the grassy area infront of the creek. Absolutely gorgeous views of the creek, Park Hyatt, golf & yacht club, etc. Quite frankly, the view is so nice that I'm shocked that they haven't torn down the park and built some overpriced resturant there yet! Shhhh, don't start given them ideas ;)
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 13:21
Have a friend our neighbor take you?
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 11:17
By asking her she will indeed think you're accusing her. Most people would. But you seem 100% sure she did it, so basically you are accusing her. The agency may be covered by insurance, but you can count on it they will take the money out of her salary as well. So it's really up to you how you handle this, what would you like to see happen? <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 28/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 10:54
Anywhere around Plaza Maior or Calle Maior.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 10:34
I'd like to tell you that for your age you should be a bit more respectful. I think you've lived quite enough already to learn basic rules of conducts such as turning off your phone, or at least put it in silent mode while you are at a movie screening. You even picked up the phone several times and had conversations bothering all the rest of us who were trying to watch the movie. Next time, if you are not interested, just leave the place, but don't ruin other people's movie. Thanks Why didn't you tell her in her face yesterday? I did. But she just didn't care. :( Wow, that's shocking. Next time take DesertRose's way of dealing. :)
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 10:23
It wouldn't have even crossed my mind, but come to think of it, here in Dubai people just might. So be very very selective.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 10:20
I'd like to tell you that for your age you should be a bit more respectful. I think you've lived quite enough already to learn basic rules of conducts such as turning off your phone, or at least put it in silent mode while you are at a movie screening. You even picked up the phone several times and had conversations bothering all the rest of us who were trying to watch the movie. Next time, if you are not interested, just leave the place, but don't ruin other people's movie. Thanks Why didn't you tell her in her face yesterday?
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 02:12
3vouchers per restaurant in each section. Gold is "finer" then silver. So more expensive and apparently higher quality.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 01:08
Seriously! Only in Dubai people wonder why McDonald's doesn't deliver.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 00:49
As a matter of fact I do. But judging from the threads of the last few days I may be the only one. Keep your eyes on the road and check your mirrors, know where you're going so no hesitating and endangering or annoying others, a decent speed (not to fast, but certainly not to slow) and everyone should be fine. I have driven in city's where driving is far worse than in Dubai.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 22:29
I haven't been in this year but last year Marks and Spencer was selling gorgeous wooden tree shaped advent calendars. Each day had a drawer to open. You could fill it with luxury choccies or other treats. Saw a similar at one of the stall in Souk Madinat this weekend. It was gorgeous!
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 13:25
I find it very cruel not to elaborate on this one. Come on... i could but then i would have to ...................... :\: Bang your head against the wall several times (yep, 't was only up for a second or so, but I saw it :)
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 13:21
I find it very cruel not to elaborate on this one. Come on...
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 12:43
Are you trying to print from an IPad, or Mac. From an IPad I can't print either, but with my Mcbook or Mac I have no problems printing downloaded documents.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 11:39
Why not check with the animal shelters. K9 or Posh Paws and maybe there are more.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 11:23
We had exactly the same issue with haych es be see. Company not listed. We ended up calling some manager, kindly informed him that a security check was not listed on their website as a criteria for obtaining a CC, and that if he was going to insist we would gladly take our business elsewhere. CC was provided within a week :) <em>edited by Oopsiedaisy on 27/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 10:34
I prefer the authentic BBQ taste of a charcoal BBQ. You will however have to really learn how to use it. It is a lot harder to contol the heat, so you might end up with burned meat in the beginning. But after you gained some experience, no gas BBQed meat will ever taste as goos as a coal BBQed meat.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 10:17
Have you tried plant street in Satwa?
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 01:47
Hmm, I would think it's too late now, As far as I know potential bruises have to be treated before they become visible. After that you just have to sit them out, But I'ld be very interested in other suggestions since I am quite susceptible to bruises. DH with loose hands, same as you Nomad ;)
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 23:17
Or you could save the water your dryer produces while drying the things that don't need steaming. That's distilled as well.
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 16:35
Alonso above Vettel. Anytime :cool:
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 11:42
It seems to vary month to month. The charges are estimated remotely I am told so there is little that can be done about it. Even over the summer when we weren't here, the bill was the same amount!!!!!! But do they ever correct the estimate? Surely in the end you should only pay for your actual consumption?
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 08:30
You will know when DD is ready. Not a norm and certainly not your MIL.
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 08:00
I haven't and to be honest I wouldn't. Can't be healthy IMO.
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 07:56
You will have to be a bit more specific, as it really depends on apartment or villa, no. of bedrooms, pool, garden and location.
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 23:39
Dear Zeynab, I'm very sorry for your loss. It may not seem much right now, but I hope one day you will be able to cherish the fact that you were there for him in his last moments. Please do take care.
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 08:29
Why don't you invite the morning crowd on EW over for an early breakfast? We can be loud if you please ;)
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Latest post on 23 November 2012 - 00:03
Which one? I think there are three? Loved them all and watched them over and over again. I'm sure you had a great night Marroosh :)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 12:18
That 's a lovely thing to do :)
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 10:35
Being an expat is challenging for your relationship. Doesn't matter if it's Dubai or any other country. Being away from family and friends, having only each other to rely on may either break your marriage, or it will make it stronger. Reading your latest post it seems to me he has already checked out of the marriage. Doesn't really matter if divorce is no option for you. It takes two to make a marriage work. If I were you I wouldn't move to Dubai.
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 09:14
I think they'd be tough to juice - I make my own by bringing 8 cups of frozen or fresh cranberries to a boil in the same amount of water for about 20 minutes. I then mash them up a bit with a potato masher, then put them through a fine sieve (I actually use cheese cloth) and squeeze all the liquid through. It is very tart, so I add a few drops of stevia to take a bit of the edge off. The original recipe called for 1/4 cup of lemon or orange juice - I don't bother. Thanks, that does sound a lot easier then juicing! Do you have a Year's supply of fresh cranberries in the freezer, or can you buy frozen ones all year round?
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 15:47
Bought mine in ACE for 999 AED, January this year. It has survived all spring winds and sandstorms as well as the hot summer. So quit pleased with it actually.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 15:43
Check out yesterdays thread on the same subject. http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=194209
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 15:35
How about juicing your own? Then you'll know exactly what's in it That's what I'm doing now, while it's freshly available. Guess I"ll have to go with the concentrate for the rest of the year. Thank you all for your replies, didn't know about the existence of concentrate.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 15:23
Sure there are more interesting reads. But I for one don't pretend to read established literature all the time. So for me it is fun poolside reading.
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Latest post on 21 November 2012 - 11:16
Thanks, I will try the concentrate, I've grown accustomed to the bitter taste, and frankly, I have no choice, I need it for health reasons. So if there is anyone who knows where I can get the pure juice in Dubai that would be highly appreciated!
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 09:10
That brings a genuine (not sarcastic!) smile to my face. It will probably make you think of the parents too, next time you will ask your own class to build some project or play dress-up. Good luck with the hunt for the costume, sorry I can't help you there.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 09:01
She may ba a child to some, she will be a teen to others. So I would dress her appropriately, according to the culture of the country she is living in.
 
 
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