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Latest post on 17 January 2013 - 18:35
me either loube. I got the same email this week, just ignored it.
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Latest post on 17 January 2013 - 18:27
If you have kids have you downloaded and paid for minecraft as this is the website they use for payment.
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Latest post on 17 January 2013 - 08:58
m_king what kind of diet are you doing? Originally you said just wheat free but it sounds like you are cutting all grains and wheat.
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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 17:25
I also saw Dr Liliana at Healthbay, she was lovely
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Latest post on 16 January 2013 - 13:33
I was in carrefour MCC today and they now have Schar breads (ciabatta, and some rolls)
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Latest post on 15 January 2013 - 19:26
Hi mking, you can get the Schar bread from the gluten free supermarket, I haven't used them but a few people on here recommended them http://www.glutenfree-supermarket.ae/index.php?cPath=22 Buckwheat is not related to wheat, so if you can find the soba noodles made just from buckwheat they are ok, but often the cheaper brands are buckwheat and wheat combined. There was one brand at organic store that didn't have wheat. My DS has a wheat and dairy intolerance and I have found that if I look for gluten free here it is always wheat free. Good luck. You could have the pumpernickel breads, they sell those in carrefour/spinneys etc, also mountain bread/corn wraps they sell in spinneys are nice for lunches. <em>edited by TimTam on 15/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 15 January 2013 - 17:16
The Schar brand of gluten free past is excellent. You can get it in carrefour, it's expensive 27dhs for a box but tastes great. We have tried them all and found this one far better than any other. I did see gluten free wok noodles in park n shop this week, pretty much rice noodles but quick and easy just to throw in your stir fly. You can get gluten free Soba noodles in the organic store. Most things that are gluten free are wheat free, I think they go hand in hand. I buy the Dovers white bread mix and it's quite good for bread.
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Latest post on 10 January 2013 - 08:17
Responses need to be in by Sunday 13th Jan according to the letter.
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 19:11
There are lots of other schools in Dubai you could send your child to, is there not? Dinks do you have children?? Try getting into another good school here, not easy. Spaces in good schools are hard to find. I'm happy with JC just not happy like many others with a massive,massive increase.
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 18:57
It's not about who gets what and how much in their package, the issue is moving a campus that currently works and a massive fee increase to go with it. We all expect fee increases and understand that. Personally I will be paying 20-30,000+ Dhs more per child, for better facitlies like a sports ground, music hall etc. Is that going to make that much difference to my childs education? Currently they love the sports at JC, so be it they don't have a home ground, I don't want to pay for it! If the teachers are meant to be moving across with the children; we are therefore not paying more for teachers are we? Will the class sizes be smaller? Well I'm sure they wont be. Fill in the survey. <em>edited by TimTam on 09/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 11:46
I'm very happy with existing JC but we have been told the teachers are moving across to the new JC. The fear is if you don't move your child to the new JC and it's replacement is a cheaper gems school, will there be the same quality teachers or will they get cheaper paid teachers because they are charging less. It's a catch 22. The existing JC will stay and they will offer other qualifications such as BTEC. (I'm not so familiar as I'm not fromt he UK). I believe it will give students that aren't as academic the chance to gain a qualification, which is great. I also think it will be a school in progress, get the walls up, people in paying lots of money, things unfinished and work in progress. (A little like the Repton when it first opened and GEMS World Academy) Why change what is not broken, it's all about making more money.
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Latest post on 09 January 2013 - 11:36
Once your UAE residency visa is issued you can't drive a rental car or a private car with your USA license. You must get a UAE license. Don't risk it.
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 14:13
I have used them quite a few times and know others that do too and we are all very happy. I have only seen Russell Hill and he is excellent. If you do a search you will see them come up all the time. I haven't seen any negative feedback.
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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 14:09
They are 2 different curriculums. DAA is American and WIS is British and offer IB in Y12-13. Both are good.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:15
Try the Dental Studio in Jumeirah, I think I paid around 350? I have mine done there last week and it was only 450dhs for an adult. http://www.thedentalstudio.ae Dr Caroline or the dental hygienist Jo are both lovely.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:10
Greenhearts produce is great, really fresh and lasts. I once bought from the ripe shop in Jumeirah and wasn't impressed. Go greenheart.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:09
Greenheart produce is great, always fresh and last.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 19:04
Out of interest what are the primary fees, on the web site they look ok but are they not reflective of a change? Emlsnre if you are new to the school in Sept 2014 :FS1 is 52,000 FS2-Y6 is 65,000, Year 7-9 85,000, Y10-11 96,000, Y12-13 is 106,000. These are only proposed and not sure if KHDA approved.
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 14:24
I know. I was just thinking the parents at JPS currently pay around 38000 then it will jump to 65,000. It will be like any other new school, they charge a fortune and not everything will be ready, it will take them forever to finish, rubbish parking, etc......
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Latest post on 07 January 2013 - 13:56
I found the letter very confusing. Isn't the move for existing students now 2014? Why then confuse us with fees for Sept 2013?? The primary school fees are outrageous, I feel sorry for those who want to get into JC senior but move across in primary to get the spot. It's a typical GEMS thing to do.
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 22:15
Real Pilates is excellent, they have private and group classes. It's opposite Jumeirah mosque. I really like Dana's classes. I'm sure all the instrutors offer private classes http://www.real-pilates.com/home.php <em>edited by TimTam on 03/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 16:58
Zara always do that. If you go in before the sale, you need to ask them which items are on sale. Normally all the stuff at the front of the store will be on sale and things at the back are new stock. I found this out last time when I went in to reserve items.
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 13:50
Dr Gordon Bland will be joining Healthbay Polyclinic in Mirdiff, not sure if he has transfered over yet. http://healthbayclinic.com Otherwise Nicola Deamer is excellent at Healthbay (British?) or have also used Bernhard Fischer (South Afrrican) he is lovely, and at Coopers Medical Centre in Al Wasl http://www.cooperhealthclinic.com/index.htm
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 22:02
http://www.dubaicalendar.ae/en/event/events/al-marmoum-camel-racing-season-november-2012.html Website says 7am and 2.30pm race dates are from now until Feb.
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 16:33
Official date for shopping festival is 3rd Jan - 3rd Feb
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 16:31
This website is fairly accurate http://www.ameinfo.com/united_arab_emirates_public_holidays/
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 16:29
Cocuonut milk in the carton is available at the Organic store Dubai mall. I buy it for DS as he can have cows milk. It's very nice. You'll find it near the meat section.
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Latest post on 29 December 2012 - 09:52
I'd probably be more concerned with what you are eating and use of plastic containers for heating things. We rarely use our microwave, but it is handy for heating things. Always head in glass and never in plastic.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 21:26
I found this on the KHDA website. Last page of document. It states 30% not 50% http://www.khda.gov.ae/CMS/WebParts/TextEditor/Documents/FeeFrameWorkEnApril2012.pdf
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 21:18
Dr Jaco Smith and Dr Caroline, both at Dental Studio are wonderful with children. I have been taking my children there for the last 6 years
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 07:19
Hotels often do take away turkey. Hyatt Regency are doing it this year, maybe give them a call or try another hotel near you.
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 21:23
I think you only get it when they issue your credit card for the first time. That's how we got ours this year.
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 16:22
Thanks Purple for checking in. No I didn't get any but I did discover that the 'Ina Paarmans' Honey and Mustard dressing doesn't have any egg or modified starch and DS is happy with that on his pasta salad. So hopefully that will do until the organic store gets some more or Beebers come up with an amazing recipe :)
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Latest post on 23 November 2012 - 22:02
Is it salary or commission based. Do you get travel benefits?
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 19:27
Target, Myer, Big W, dstore www.target.com.au www.bigw.com.au www.myer.com.au www.dstore.com.au Not sure if giftwrapping is available.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 19:24
Personally I think the Ipad is too heavy for reading books, the kindle is excellent and easy to hold. Also it has a much better screen for reading outside. You can increase the font size on the kindle too. Ipads are brillant, but for reading books the kindle is so much better.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 17:26
The best sour cream is the carrefour brand, unless you want to pay a ridiculous price. It's in a red tub and white tub. Written on it is Carrefour Creme fraiche epaisse 30% In english there is a sticker that says Thick sour cream 30% fat. They also do a blue low fat version but not as good. Its dhs7.50 for 200ml. I thinks it's as good as the Bulla and I'm Australian so pretty bias.
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Latest post on 20 November 2012 - 11:02
Minutes (shoe repair/key place) sell laces, so do payless shoes.
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 14:13
We did 2 nights Saigon, then 1 night trip to the Mekong Delta, which was one of the highlights of our trip, then Hoi An and Danang (5 nights). If you do a search there are posts about it. We arranged our trip through Come and go Vietnam, they were brilliant. They also arrange trips in the North. They arranged transfers, private sightseeing tours and our visa on arrival letter. http://comeandgovietnam.com It was nice to have a driver and guide, just took the hassle out of Saigon. Mekong Delta is so peaceful, we did the homestay but it was more like an upmarket B&B and the food was amazing. <em>edited by TimTam on 18/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 November 2012 - 09:13
So funny Beebers! My mum always makes her own with egg for my Dad. I'm with you though, not a fan. I found another recipe, rice milk, lemon, seasoning and canola oil. Going to carrefour then will try it out this afternoon, not expecting too much! Thanks for your feedback. Between the 2 of us we make work it out :) or find someone who stocks it!
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Latest post on 17 November 2012 - 17:16
Thanks purple, I have 1/4 jar left in the fridge, so if you see any let me know, I'm heading to Mirdiff CC Tues so may continue to Uptown and check then. But let me know if you do remember. I'm going to try and make some, we'll need to cross all fingers and toes and hope for the best! Beebers I also saw a recipe that had xanthan gum, but I don't have any. Might try yours first. I'll await your trial first! Thanks again girls.
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Latest post on 17 November 2012 - 17:08
I did look at some of the recipes online but they didn't sound too appealing, let me know how you go but I might giveit's worth a try. Thanks Beebers
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Latest post on 17 November 2012 - 17:06
None in Spinneys Jumeirah, Mercato or Waitrose, thanks Purple. I think they had the Life brand in the plastic squeeze bottle but haven't seen it for a while. Let me know if you see any. Thanks
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Latest post on 17 November 2012 - 14:12
Cloud nine I think were the original makers of the GHD. Looks like you can order them online from thier website http://www.cloudninehair.com/me/shop/ I think Pastels at Mercato also stock them.
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Latest post on 17 November 2012 - 07:35
I've never seen it here. I used to take it years ago then started using Logynon which they did have here, then it was banned. So now I bring a 12mth supply from home.
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Latest post on 09 November 2012 - 21:22
I have used Dubai Podiatry for the last 4 years and they have been excellent. We used to see Michelle now Emma. I have also heard Ann Roberts is excellent too. Can't go wrong with either. <em>edited by TimTam on 09/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 November 2012 - 17:18
You can get coconut milk in the organic store (not the tin one) and it is nice for cakes. <em>edited by TimTam on 07/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 06 November 2012 - 12:58
Has anyone seen Christina Engman at Healthbay, wondered what she is like? Otherwise another recommendation for mole check would be great. <em>edited by TimTam on 06/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 November 2012 - 09:00
DS has to have wheat free so: Soy Sauce - Tamari from organic store, but did see they had gluten free kikkomen sauce in carrefour this week. Salad dressing- home made mustard,honey,olive oil or, lemon,herb olive oil or balsamic glaze Mac n cheese - anchor or bega cheddar cheese or gouda is also nice Sausages-we eat pork so gluten free german brand Greisinger frankfurts or the oscar mayer weiners mince meat- organic beef mince
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Latest post on 02 November 2012 - 10:58
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