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Piff Poff May 1st 2017 2:50 pm

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by BristolUK (Post 12238383)
Mother in law bought one of these a few days ago - down to $150 in Walmart.

http://www.tefal.co.uk/medias/AL8000...jQxYTU5Zjg1YjA

Tiny amount of oil needed.

Surprisingly good results. Obviously not as "good" (unhealthy) as deep fried chips but on a par with what they sometimes call Home Fries here. Carrots came out just like they'd been roasted in the oven and no doubt parsnips will too.

This will be of particular advantage when there's a turkey in the oven and not enough room for the roasted veggies and the sausage-meat stuffing as well.

Looking forward to doing some cauli in it. :thumbup:

In the meantime, the deep fat fryer was given away on kijiji.

Love my one! When doing chips if you leave them in with the lid on once they are 'done' for a few minutes they get a little soggy like from a chippy. Some spuds work better than others.

Siouxie May 1st 2017 3:07 pm

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
FilmOn has suddenly given me a 2 minute 'countdown' for viewing and then takes me to a page to subscribe - on the 'free' SD part. Strange. Camposat is only showing one channel too - annoying!

Rosylady May 1st 2017 3:32 pm

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
It's happened to me as well Siouxie. Missed Corrie and Emmerdale today. I'm not a happy bunny.

mikelincs May 1st 2017 8:49 pm

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by Siouxie (Post 12242481)
FilmOn has suddenly given me a 2 minute 'countdown' for viewing and then takes me to a page to subscribe - on the 'free' SD part. Strange. Camposat is only showing one channel too - annoying!

Thread about it here..

http://britishexpats.com/forum/portu...filmon-896196/

Siouxie May 2nd 2017 4:50 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by mikelincs (Post 12242649)

Thanks Mike :)

Sadly the other option given in that thread doesn't have 'Yesterday' or 'Really', which were the 2 channels I watched mainly. (Yes, 'Escape to the Country', 'Yes Minister' and other such drivel). Damn.

Edited to add, got another place to watch https://watchbritishtv.com

scrubbedexpat091 May 2nd 2017 5:19 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
Dog found abandoned after U.K. owner left for 'a new life in Canada' | CTV News

BristolUK May 2nd 2017 5:21 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by Siouxie (Post 12243002)
...'Yes Minister' and other such drivel)...

:eek:
Wash your mouth out :ohmy:
:lol:

There are plenty of YMs on youtube. :nod:

scrubbedexpat091 May 2nd 2017 6:47 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
Westjet has placed an order for 10 Boeing 787-9 + options for 10.

WestJet orders 10 Dreamliners for longer-range routes - Business - CBC News

Delivery's to start in 2019.

BristolUK May 2nd 2017 10:48 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
WTF?
:eek:

FFR Merchandising Cucina Pans, 14.75"W x 12.25"L x 4.25"H, Rotisserie Pan, 5 qt, 2/Pack (9922511020) | Staples®

Okay, there are two but $555 :confused:

http://www.staples-3p.com/s7/is/imag..._sc7?$splssku$

Rosylady May 2nd 2017 12:37 pm

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
Thank you Siouxie. I've got it working..Yaaaay..

scrubbedexpat091 May 3rd 2017 9:45 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
Nothing like it taking 45 mins to travel a whopping 16km.

Shaw's internet service seems to be going down hill. Or this area just has poor coverage or whatever, goes down near daily now, sometimes 2-3 mins, sometimes for an hour or more.

BristolUK May 4th 2017 12:50 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 
Love the middle picture. As long ago as the 90s I used to look at people on their phones or texting at pedestrian crossings wondering what they used to do while waiting for the lights to allow them to cross.

http://assets.amuniversal.com/55989f...9a005056a9545d

Shard May 5th 2017 2:58 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by BristolUK (Post 12244585)
Love the middle picture. As long ago as the 90s I used to look at people on their phones or texting at pedestrian crossings wondering what they used to do while waiting for the lights to allow them to cross.

http://assets.amuniversal.com/55989f...9a005056a9545d

They are a good diversion though, when standing in queues, etc...

I wonder if cashiers notice how much calmer customers in long queues are these days.

BristolUK May 5th 2017 6:07 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by Shard (Post 12245796)
I wonder if cashiers notice how much calmer customers in long queues are these days.

Until they get to the cashier and then it slows things down because the cashier asks them things...Hmm?...what?...can't you see I'm on the phone? :lol:

DandNHill May 5th 2017 9:52 am

Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
 

Originally Posted by Teaandtoday5 (Post 12242220)
That's what happens when someone puts my Mum's luggage too far back in the hold.:nod:

🤣🤣🤣🤣


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