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stu007

locarr wrote: »

Just got some blue maggots for 6p thanks again to Miss Laid!!:T

almost got trouted, sa made a real fuss about them going thru at 6p , so called a suppervisor who let it go thru, no bother!:D

still the best part of a box left at my local!:cool:

Were they by the car accessories? I looked in my local but had no luck.

SW42

locarr wrote: »

You seem to be the new whipping boy/girl for having an opinion!

first your accused of being a Wenban and then being a relative of bcw123?! a bit harsh to be fair!:eek:

I'm not sure why some have an issue with the Wenbans, they are just moneysavers like the rest of us!


So SW42, I would like to welcome you to the thread!!

and further more God save the Queen!!:D

He he, I don't mind, I've been around forums (not just MSE) and chat rooms :eek: for long enough to have experienced much worse! But thank you for the welcome, even if I don't feel like a newbie as I've been following the 11+ threads for a long time!

Your patriotism makes me

tigerwhite_2

motherbear wrote: »

Roving A's reporter here
All £1 razors have been removed from shelves due to 'pricing error'

Wonder what I'll get in my shop tomorrow night then

artypaws

purdita wrote: »

Thanks, I also got the coffe scoop.

Talking of coffee, If I fancy a cup of nice coffee I use ground in my cafetiere, but have been thinking a while of buying a frothy coffee maker.
I don't want the old filter type machine, I got rid of mine years ago!
I like the pod machines but don't want to spend a fortune on the pods so have been looking at espresso machines.
I don't like strong coffee, prefer lattes, cappuchino's and hot chocolate.
Any suggestions of what to buy?

I love my frothy coffee - hubby bought me a Nespresso a few years back as he claims I just can't make a decent coffee - there are some lovely coffees to choose from think they range in price from about 27p per pod (it is awhile since I bought any) I think there are also cheaper alternatives out there now as well. the model I have at the moment has the aeroccino sat at the side and makes lovely frothy milk. You can also buy the aeroccino separately if you want to use your cafetierre (sp?)

tigerwhite_2

SW42 wrote: »

He he, I don't mind, I've been around forums (not just MSE) and chat rooms :eek: for long enough to have experienced much worse! But thank you for the welcome, even if I don't feel like a newbie as I've been following the 11+ threads for a long time!

Your patriotism makes me

I'll second Locarr and echo his sentiments. (Locarr, you ARE a man aren't you?!:o) We all have opinions that may differ slightly and I've also riled some people up in my time - however, onwards and upwards

SW42

tigerwhite wrote: »

I'll second Locarr and echo his sentiments. (Locarr, you ARE a man aren't you?!:o) We all have opinions that may differ slightly and I've also riled some people up in my time - however, onwards and upwards

Don't question Locarr on his masculinity... he'll only show you his meat!!!

tigerwhite_2

dreamerbea wrote: »

I love my frothy coffee - hubby bought me a Nespresso a few years back as he claims I just can't make a decent coffee - there are some lovely coffees to choose from think they range in price from about 27p per pod (it is awhile since I bought any) I think there are also cheaper alternatives out there now as well. the model I have at the moment has the aeroccino sat at the side and makes lovely frothy milk. You can also buy the aeroccino separately if you want to use your cafetierre (sp?)

He he, we both said the Aeroccino would be good for Purdita. We obviously both have taste :T

I think it's a fabulous device (I drink my coffee black so wouldn't use it).
My friend did have a Nespresso machine and it was lovely. i think it's Costco that sell the pods or a cheaper alternative pod...

locarr

stu007 wrote: »

Were they by the car accessories? I looked in my local but had no luck.

Yes , Mate!:D

SW42 wrote: »

He he, I don't mind, I've been around forums (not just MSE) and chat rooms :eek: for long enough to have experienced much worse! But thank you for the welcome, even if I don't feel like a newbie as I've been following the 11+ threads for a long time!

Your patriotism makes me

You're welcome!:cool:

tigerwhite wrote: »

I'll second Locarr and echo his sentiments. (Locarr, you ARE a man aren't you?!:o) We all have opinions that may differ slightly and I've also riled some people up in my time - however, onwards and upwards

All man!!;)

stu007

French_Knickers wrote: »

Well done on making your 100th post. Not a very positive one though was it?

For the record, I don't dislike the wenban clan really. It's just a bit of fun and banter really. I'm sure anyone who can post a video of herself ironing on youtube is thick skinned enough to take a bit of ribbing.

I'm confused.......easily done, but who/what is the 'Wenban Clan'?

ellzx

tigerwhite wrote: »

I got a Baby gaggia in cream about 5 years ago and it is fab. It's expensive but i love it.
http://www.google.co.uk/products/catalog?sugexp=chrome,mod%3D4&q=gaggia&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=4481326170130608401&sa=X&ei=1yPGT5fuDc6YhQfk85SxBQ&ved=0CM4BEPMCMAM
It has a steamer bit to the side that you can froth your own milk to then do latte/cappucino etc. I don't like the idea of "pod" ones, I'd rather be able to just buy my coffee.

Another option is a fabulous thing called an Aeroccino, by Nespresso. I have bought these for 2 different people. It's like a tiny kettle but you put the milk in the jug (on the "kettle" base) and press a button for it to steam/froth/whip the milk in seconds. Very useful if you'd rather have milky drinks.

You could always just use your cafetiere, then use the Aeroccino for the milk part.
http://www.nespresso.com/uk/en/product/aeroccino-3-black;jsessionid=723D88272308DAB2C114955D9922F3F5.node3

I bought a frother from Mr Marks for about £5 i just use the sachets of hot choc,latte ect
tastes delish! the frother doesnt take up that much space and i can use it to mix sauces/gravy :beer:

http://www.marksandspencer.com/Marks-and-Spencer-Crema-Frother/dp/B004W8VJX8