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southernscouser

poorandindenial wrote: »

Do you need a proper TV stand *ducks* I am planning on lobbing my TV on an el cheapo table from IKEA *ducks again* (for a tenner or less) I know that you love your new TV (just stroke the box until you move) but a proper stand isn't really an ESSENTIAL. I already have my el cheapo table but I am sure I got it for next to nowt.

Where did you get the chopping board from? you could always take back if you don't like it any more. I had the same issue with cutlery earlier this week. I got some from Argos on Sunday but then saw some on the Viners website (I love you for the saucepan thread) that were good value so took the Argos ones back. (and yes, I also got the gala saucepan set too from the Viners website)

Finally, I would get salt and pepper grinders rather than pots as freshly ground is nicer (and I think they look better too if you are looking to impress the laydeeeeeez).

Well I just got it out, and the TV and it is deserving of a proper TV stand. It's a big b*gger I must say. And the TV! :rotfl:

Chopping board was from Tesco. I am happy with it. I took 10 minutes to decide! :rotfl:

Yeah the salt and pepper 'pots' were grinders. I like them! Might look for some wooden ones, although I know they are an @rse coz you don't know if they are near empty! :think:

Gonna order my pans now me thinks! :think:

southernscouser

Anyone know anything about knives? :rotfl:

These any good?

http://www.viners.co.uk/mcp/products.asp?partno=223221

And what the hell is a paring knife? :undecided

angelfairy

southernscouser wrote: »

Anyone know anything about knives? :rotfl:

These any good?

http://www.viners.co.uk/mcp/products.asp?partno=223221

And what the hell is a paring knife? :undecided

Not brilliant on knives, but i think a paring knife is one you use for vegetables, although i might be wrong.

Thanks for the link to the viners website too, could see myself spending money there :mad:

as for the tv stand, perhaps if you do have a big b*gger (tv ) you might want to get a stand that does the big boy (tv ) justice

jinky67

southernscouser wrote: »

Anyone know anything about knives? :rotfl:

These any good?

http://www.viners.co.uk/mcp/products.asp?partno=223221

And what the hell is a paring knife? :undecided

When I first started out on my own I got these..

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=kitchen+devil+knives&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=697756689&ref=pd_sl_3jajalu916_e
They lasted well.
A paring knife is for veg:T but I dont use mine personally
All you really need, if you dont want to buy a block set, are...a cooks knife,a serrated knife and a carving knife and you will be fine:cool:

Stephen_Leak

southernscouser wrote: »

Anyone know anything about knives?

And what the hell is a paring knife? :undecided

It's the posh name for a veg' knife. A little one, for use for peeling and chopping onions, garlic, carrots, etc. Easier and potentially safer for detailled work. Anything 10cm and over can be a bit unwieldy and dangerous.

In_Search_Of_Me

Evening SS! LOl re the chopping board - a whole 10 mins to decided lol! Seriously you dont need expensive knive etc...just get a couple of mid range ones fro tesco (about 7 each) & see how you go. I got a block from john lewis & prefer my cheapie ones! Expensive knives are a luxury!! If you decide you love cookig then thnk of getting good ones but for now just get cheapies & see if you like cooking first!
Glad you like the TV!! Cheapie cabinet from Ikea are sturdy & look ok! Think mine was 40ish...hang on...
http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/catalog/products/30104478
There - got mine in silver & you can move it about which is handy for when you drop something down the back!!
Definately get salt & pepper grinders - the flavour of fresh ground cannot be compared to cheapie stuff & can change a meal from manky to yummy...one of my faves is pasta wth butter a bit of fried bacon & tom puree and then fresh ground pepper on top. Simple, quick & delicious! Should suit lol!!
Have you actually managed to find somewhere to live yet?!!

southernscouser

In_Search_Of_Me wrote: »

Have you actually managed to find somewhere to live yet?!!

Nah I'm focusing on ipod speakers first! :rotfl:

No I'm gonna phone up places on Monday and go for a little drive around the area aswell. Seen one I really love but is over my budget. Hoping a private landlord might have something similar and hopefully cheaper! :think:

southernscouser

jinky67 wrote: »

When I first started out on my own I got these..

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=kitchen+devil+knives&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=697756689&ref=pd_sl_3jajalu916_e
They lasted well.
A paring knife is for veg:T but I dont use mine personally
All you really need, if you dont want to buy a block set, are...a cooks knife,a serrated knife and a carving knife and you will be fine:cool:

I really want a set that you stick in a bit of wood. Dunno why but I've got my mind set now! :rotfl:

jinky67

southernscouser wrote: »

I really want a set that you stick in a bit of wood. Dunno why but I've got my mind set now! :rotfl:

would this be how you got into debt?:rotfl:
if you scroll down a little there is a block set;)

southernscouser

Stephen_Leak wrote: »

Anything 10cm and over can be a bit unwieldy and dangerous.

Me in charge of any knife is gonna be dangerous! :rotfl: