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You're probably right; the things you learn from experience eh!Matty246 said:I'm sure it longer to make a Vesta curry, with all the little sachets with different timings than to make a proper one.3 -
Along the general theme of clothes buying, Patrick Grant's book 'Less' is on Kindle daily deal today - 99p. I have to say it's been on my wish list but I've not read it yet.
I don't think there's much curry in it but I'm enjoying the reminiscing here! (I wonder if I could make those Vesta crispy noodles using some sort of ordinary noodles?)I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
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I had a very unsuccessful charity shop trawl today! I went to all of the shops on Leigh Broadway and the surrounding area and then to the Cornerstone and found nothing at all.
I then got the bus to Benfleet and then found two things in one of the shops there. A shortish black and white summer dress and a denim skirt. At least I got a lot of steps in!5 -
I think you can fry strips of ordinary noodles (as long as they are rice, not wheat) and they’ll puff up Vesta-stylee.Cherryfudge said:
(I wonder if I could make those Vesta crispy noodles using some sort of ordinary noodles?)6 -
Thank you - I will have fun with that!C_J said:
I think you can fry strips of ordinary noodles (as long as they are rice, not wheat) and they’ll puff up Vesta-stylee.Cherryfudge said:
(I wonder if I could make those Vesta crispy noodles using some sort of ordinary noodles?)I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
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Thank you so much, I wanted this book but was trying to put off purchasing. At 99p it was a bargain!Cherryfudge said:Along the general theme of clothes buying, Patrick Grant's book 'Less' is on Kindle daily deal today - 99p. I have to say it's been on my wish list but I've not read it yet.
I don't think there's much curry in it but I'm enjoying the reminiscing here! (I wonder if I could make those Vesta crispy noodles using some sort of ordinary noodles?)Mortgage OP 2026 £860/2000Mortgage balance: £31,791
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I've snapped it up too so am looking forward to reading it sometime this year, once I get the pile by the bed under control.skint_spice said:
Thank you so much, I wanted this book but was trying to put off purchasing. At 99p it was a bargain!Cherryfudge said:Along the general theme of clothes buying, Patrick Grant's book 'Less' is on Kindle daily deal today - 99p. I have to say it's been on my wish list but I've not read it yet.
I don't think there's much curry in it but I'm enjoying the reminiscing here! (I wonder if I could make those Vesta crispy noodles using some sort of ordinary noodles?)May No-Spend Days 3
May Grocery Challenge Spend £31.18/£186
May Baking Fund Spend £7.45/£24
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