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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 13:14
I used few times the following recipe and have good results... Butter Poached Lobster with Fresh Tomatoes Servings: Serves 2 as a main course or 4 as a starter. Prep Time:5 minutes Cook Time:20 minutes I recommend using salted butter, which is all the salt that's needed to flavor the dish. If you're using unsalted butter, you might want to season with a bit of salt while cooking the tomatoes. An important tip is to make sure the butter mixture does not come to a boil - keep the heat low so that the butter emulsifies (turns into a nice, smooth creamy sauce) instead of breaking up Ingredients: 1 3/4 pound live lobster (or 2 uncooked lobster tails) 1 tablespoon water 1/2 cup salted butter (1 stick), cut into 1 tablespoon chunks 1 clove garlic, very finely minced 2 tomatoes, cut into large chunks 3 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade Directions: 1. **If you are using lobster tails: Use sharp kitchen shears to cut shell of lobster all the way down its back. Turn over and cut bottom shell all the way down. Peel off shell and remove meat. Continue with step 2. **If using live whole lobster - bring a large pot of water to boil. Turn off heat and add the lobster. Cover with lid and let cook for 3 minutes. Remove all lobster meat from shell and cut into large chunks. 2. In a sauce pan, bring 1 tablespoon of water to simmer over medium-low heat. Whisk in 1 piece of butter. When butter had melted, add another piece. Continue with remaining butter pieces, one at a time. Make sure the mixture does NOT come to a boil, otherwise the butter will separate. 3. Keeping the heat on medium-low, add the lobster pieces and cook for 5 minutes, turning the lobster pieces every minute or so. Make sure mixture does not boil. Remove lobster pieces and divide amongst the 2 serving bowls. 4. In the same saucepan with the remaining butter, turn the heat up just a bit, add the garlic. When fragrant, add the tomatoes and cook for just a couple of minutes until the tomatoes have released some of the juices. I like to gently smash the tomatoes a bit so more juice comes out. Throw in the basil and you're done. Spoon tomatoes over lobster and serve immediately. looks great will try the same. I have whole lobster. thanks Dear
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Latest post on 02 January 2013 - 12:22
first time making. don't know anything so pls a detailed recipe will be good. :)
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 13:38
thanks Dear, you can delete now. :)
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:03
thanks for your kind reply. Di@DXB, kindly post it here. we will delete later. regards,
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Latest post on 18 December 2012 - 15:31
a kind bump
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Latest post on 18 December 2012 - 13:02
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Latest post on 26 November 2012 - 13:07
I have done the trip many times and always take my visitors there - 100% up on the east coast version. Last time was twelve months ago. It is very expensive now because they have increased the entry and exit fees at the border. That is where most of the money will go - visa fees, entry and exit fees. It is a great day, well worth the trip and costs. The drive up from RAK to Khasab is spectacular to say the very least. An alternative is to drive yourself and stay overnight at the Golden Tulip, a very nice hotel built out over a headland - fabulous views. You can book this online. you cant miss the hotel as you drive straight past it into Khasab. You can get pickup and drop off from hotel. Beware: if your guests are from South Africa and maybe Canada, you should check, their visa does not permit re-entry so you cannot go there. Your only option in this case is the the East coast trip which is, after Khasab, extremely disappointing - area, lack of dolphins, boat, food, etc. The Khasab trip, the guides on the boats give lots of information about the region, it's geography and history and the local people, dhows are clean and comfortable, food is great, swimming is lovely and you always see dolphins. The guides are also mostly local. East coast, they are all expat guides, mostly from India, so don't know much about the area or its history or people, food was horrible. Oh it means last Friday we were on the EAST coast :( hmm. that's why we were thinking why people like Khasab so much? yes it is HORRIBLE. it is difficult to find good food. we went to one restaurant in Al Maha petrol station & the food was.... yuck!!! on the boat they serve only Banana, apple, water & cold drinks. will never go again :\:
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 13:08
thanks all of you :) will talk to my Doctor today. I hope there is no side effects of these pills.
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Latest post on 30 October 2012 - 12:52
Cerazette and the injection can stop your p but it does depend on you as a person. I would ask your GP. yes will see her today.
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Latest post on 05 September 2012 - 10:00
I had this problem near Garhoud. I called to my insurance company but in the meanwhile 2 -3 people tried to change the tyre but no luck. first they don't know jacking points (cause they don't know much about 4x4). Finally AAA guy came & finished the job. Thanks to my insurance & AAA. :) <em>edited by sunlight on 05/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 11:09
:/: no one? :(
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 09:08
http://www.cobone.com/deals/dubai-fashion http://www.cobone.com/deals/dubai-fashion/versace-versense-set/13608 Is it a good deal. Versace Versense fragrance is long lasting? which one I have to choose pink or green? TIA <em>edited by sunlight on 28/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 August 2012 - 10:04
Hi everyone & Eid greetings in Advance :) pls help me, where to buy reasonably priced shoes for my girls (10, 8 & 4 yrs). Are there any sales going on?
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Latest post on 04 August 2012 - 09:28
you have mail Di@DXB <em>edited by sunlight on 04/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 August 2012 - 09:55
we went only once. it is just waste of money. will never go again. the place is little dark, very noisy and congested.
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Latest post on 01 August 2012 - 10:53
Nothing illegal about it. But if the topics are somehow against UAE/Islam/local culture/etc., you would run the risk of the site being blocked. Other than that, you'll be fine. And if she encourages the ads (obviously fees/charges are involved) on her website will also be fine? What do you mean fees and charges? Is she running an online business? no no. if she gets some sponsors & they want to put their ads just like EW.
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Latest post on 01 August 2012 - 10:34
When I get to Dubai I want to start making soap but cant find any classes to learn. Might have to look some up online. Id love to know how you get on finding things as Ill be in the same position to soon. Im gonna see if I can make bath bombs as well! Do you have any fav soap making skills you could share? :) There are no soap making classes in Dubai unfortunately, and materials such as soap base also not available, what kind of soap do you want to make melt and pour or cold process? I may be able to help you :) sorry to hijack the thread but I am interested. <em>edited by sunlight on 04/08/2012</em>
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Latest post on 01 August 2012 - 10:03
Nothing illegal about it. But if the topics are somehow against UAE/Islam/local culture/etc., you would run the risk of the site being blocked. Other than that, you'll be fine. And if she encourages the ads (obviously fees/charges are involved) on her website will also be fine?
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Latest post on 01 August 2012 - 07:36
Why wouldn't it be legal? I am not sure, after all this is UAE.
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 10:08
Let me clarify: Has generated free website account, Would like to create a public forum using it (similar to EW) And you want to know if that is legal, right? yes you are right Amy. sorry for my poor english.
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Latest post on 31 July 2012 - 08:09
1 - Is this legal. she is using one of free website to start this forum. 2 - may be later on she can take her own domain also so the website symbole will be removed from her forum link. pls guide her / suggest her for the pros & cons ETA: spelling mistake in subject i-e generate not generat <em>edited by sunlight on 31/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 29 July 2012 - 10:31
at the time of log in, click the [b'>[u'>forgot pass word[/u'>[/b'>. admin will send you an email & then you can change your pass word. HTH
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Latest post on 21 July 2012 - 08:29
I also say Masjid even tho I speak no Arabic. I started to use the word when I heard how the word mosque came about. Exactly and as a Muslim; will try not use it..... http://www.islamhelpline.net/node/4961 http://www.renaissance.com.pk/febq52y3.html HTH
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 11:33
This shows reviews for the G2. Mixed reviews. I used to have a carpet cleaner and loved it but the battery life was limited. I have now bought one for hard floors only from Lakeland and it is fantastic. It was expensive in comparison though. http://www.amazon.com/Swivel-Cordless-Floor-Carpet-Sweeper/dp/B002GUH8DY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1340867253&sr=8-1&keywords=swivel+sweeper+g3 thanks MirdifIngrid, which one you are using & how much?
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 10:49
Both male and female sterilisation is mentioned on this EW article: http://www.expatwoman.com/Dubai/monthly_sub_3952.aspx very informative. you are superb CT. I think it will help Kittycat71 alot.
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Latest post on 24 June 2012 - 08:09
Sunday morning bump GOOD MORNING
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 14:42
Hi sunlight. Since I dont eat red meat, have a low protein diet and lost a lot of lean muscle due to illness / stress etc, [i'>and [/i'>I never know what to eat for breakfast, [i'>and[/i'> tended to eat to many carby-type foods which made me slump late mornings; I was advised to eat a high quality protein shake for breakfast and it does keep me very full and satisfied. I needed the essential amino acids required to build muscle and keep bones healthy. I am allergic to casein. My favourite top draw product is a vegetarian version which is called KetoSlim but I cant get it here and they wont ship to UAE :-( That had a very high nutrition and protein content which supplemented my diet well. The ingredients on my Blue Bonnet box says "Undenatured whey protein isolate; natural vanilla flavour and stevia" hi hilsbils, it means I can not use. I am already a little fatty.
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 14:39
Whey Protein can technically be used by anyone, unless they have a dairy allergy. 100% whey protein is going to usually be a mixture of whey protein concentrate, a little whey protein isolate, and flavoring, sweetener, and binders such as xanthan gum. Occasionally you will see a bit of maltrodextrin added to vanilla varieties (so hard to formulate without due to caking) as well as coca processed with alkali--same reason. Whey Protein Isolate is absorbed a little faster than concentrate (Isopure--good example) and has slightly higher biological value than the concentrate/isolate mix. That is the only real benefit of an isolate over a concentrate/isolate mixture, aside from 2% more biological value per scoop. (you get 26g protein as opposed to 24g) regarding microfiltration, frankly, almost all whey proteins are! some are CFM (ceramic microfiltration) or hydrosolated isolates, and it is all about marketing. Every year someone swears they have the latest and greatest form. But the bottom line is this. There are about 3 major private labelers for protein in the US, and they service ALL brands. Hundreds of them! Glanbia is probably my top pick for quality, and they are like the Estee Lauder of whey protein manufacturers--they own just about every company you see on the shelf whether it is 'natural' or sports related. If you have slight sensitivity to dairy, then whey protein isolate is the best bet of all the blends. Avoid any blends with concentrate, sodium caseinate or casein. Don't buy into the ridiculousness that whey protein is for serious muscle building only--anyone can use this as an addition to your daily regimen. I could go on and on :) edited by Beebers on 06/06/2012 thanks Beebers :)
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 14:02
sorry lack of knowledge. why, when & who can use this Whey protein?
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 12:40
pls guide me how to change the privacy setting in facebook. I don't want to share who are my friends publically. Its fine if my friends only can see who are my friends. TIA Go to your profile, on the left column where your friends list is, click on the top right icon, looks like a pen, and edit your settings. Mmwah..... thanks MF It worked :)
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Latest post on 06 June 2012 - 12:30
pls guide me how to change the privacy setting in facebook. I don't want to share who are my friends publically. Its fine if my friends only can see who are my friends. TIA
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Latest post on 05 June 2012 - 12:00
Pakistani bridal suits, you won't find at Jamal Abdul Nasser, only arabic dresses. Sahib in the cloth market behind sharjah cinema has Bridal Outfits, and there are lots of other shops in the same market....with lots of outfits that you will probably need. There are jewellery (artificial bridal sets) shops there as well with the most gorgeous 'kundan' jewellery.... for Pakistani/traditional bridal make up - your best options would be: Ghazala Mir(on facebook) - more 'Karachi' looking make-up Ghazala of Alle Nora - more 'Lahore' touch... (if you're from pakistan u'll understand) Personally I love both for different reasons... :) happy to explain/give you the contacts just drop me your email.... take care... thanks Mahwish, you may contact my friend at. pls letme know I will delete her address. she is basically from Karachi. ETA: I think both Ghazala are same Ghazala of Alle Nora & Ghazala Mir. edited by sunlight on 05/06/2012 edited by sunlight on 05/06/2012 <em>edited by sunlight on 05/06/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 June 2012 - 10:18
For makeup, I can recommend Sadia, she is Pakistani...her number is zero 5 zero, 7 three one zero 5 nine 9. My friends and I have used her several times and were very happy with her. Thanks MF :)
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Latest post on 05 June 2012 - 08:57
lot of shops are there in sharjah, Jamal Abdul Nasar street. try there. lot of collections. can you pls guide this Jamal Abdul Nasar street pls (Any sign/mark)?
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Latest post on 05 June 2012 - 08:19
My friend's sister is getting married in this month. where to buy a good bridal suit. please give suggestions for Bridal make up too. TIA
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Latest post on 31 May 2012 - 09:47
Jason Vale 3-day detox works for me. I do it every couple of weeks. My favourite cucumber/celery/lemon/apple and fresh ginger. I personally am not a fan of beetroot but if you mix with lemon it helps. Good luck with your weight loss. Have lost 20 kg in the past 12 months and feel a new woman. Little by little is the answer and losses soon mount up, otherwise you may end up with very saggy skin!! sorry to the OP to hijack the thread. jellymum, I also want to reduce my weight. I am 67.5 kgs & 5.2" height. if you have any plan/program of this diet pls let me know. can we eat anything else with this diet or just only juices. what kind of juices we have to select & how many glasses per day. TIA
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Latest post on 19 May 2012 - 12:09
Thats the reason I always check with EWERs first (cause always we found a truth here). :)
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Latest post on 17 May 2012 - 12:50
I have one laptop already. If I go for tablet. which company & features you prefer.
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Latest post on 17 May 2012 - 12:46
Only if you need to do work or have more typing to do - laptop with a proper keyboard may be more suitable. thats correct GM but why people are buying tablets nowadays & what feature they have. TIA
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Latest post on 17 May 2012 - 12:44
It would depend on what you want to use it for? I have a netbook and it is so slow and on my wish list for Christmas is an Ipad! thanks for quick response pollydxb, I use my laptop for internet surffing as well as my office work (MSoffice) & replying my emails from home.
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Latest post on 16 May 2012 - 13:52
thanks Gorobattie, This will be my first time for these drinks. thanks again:)
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Latest post on 16 May 2012 - 11:33
Hi all, Is this a good deal, looks fabulous. what drink we have to choose. •Qassab •Kharoub (Carob) •Subiya (Coconut Milk Shake) •Karkadeh (Roselle) •Tamr Hendy (Tamarind) http://www.groupon.ae/deals/dubai/Geddy-Restaurant/5803861
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Latest post on 10 May 2012 - 11:08
Irooni, sorry to hijack your thread. buying any perfume from Namshi is also worth? TIA
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Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 10:09
http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=177511 thanks everyone to support me. :)
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Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 09:56
Hi Sunlight, the previous thread has been closed, which is why you can't post anymore. There were books and internet articles posted. The best you can do for your friend and her family is educate them on the subject, and really have her talk to a doctor about the Alzheimer's. And please educate yourself as well, so you can support your friend. She will be witnessing her mom slip away from her, that is very hard to see and she will need someone to talk to. Take care. thanks Dear, will do the same.
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 12:29
Where is your friend and her mother? There is help out there but you have to look for it. That's what we found anyway. (not sure if they are in Dubai though?I don't think mental health is well catered to here) yes she lives in Dubai. basicallythey are based in US
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 12:25
Its not contagious and there is no cure. It's a horrible, cruel, dispicable disease. My sympathies go out to your friend. She could be in for a very tough ride. We watched my grandfather suffer this for many years until he finally succumbed. Honestly, in the end it was a blessing. There are drugs that are meant to slow the progression if given in the early stages. This is so so sad. I pray this disease never touches my family again. Its heartbreaking to see them physically fit, but mentally gone (or going, over many years). Best of luck to your friend. thanks CM
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 12:23
I think OP means to say 'is it GENETIC?' Or, at least I hope that is what she is trying to say! (OP 'contagious' means can you catch it if you come in contact with the person (ie touch their hands or share a drink), GENETIC means that it is more likely for a child of someone who has it that they will get it too)... I believe it can be traced to the family, but you won't nececssarily get it just because a relative has it. I also believe there is no prevention. thanks for your kind words. yes if it is genetic then ok but if it is contagious (if we are in contact with them) @suze63 pls I am serious :(
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 12:18
Strange question. What should who do, your friend or her mother? Both should talk to their doctors. My friend & her kids.
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 12:16
yes thats true. yesterday she told me this story.
 
 
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