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Forum: Canada
Feb 3rd 2014, 9:45 am
Replies: 7
Views: 912
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Moving money

Yeah tried that.....but maybe need to title my search differently.....thnx:)
Forum: Canada
Feb 3rd 2014, 6:55 am
Replies: 7
Views: 912
Posted By Alienabroad

Smile Moving money

Hi folks, can anyone advise me on the most cost efficient way of transferring uk funds in to Canadian funds? My bank isn't offering the greatest interest rate and it costs me to transfer and receive...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 25th 2014, 1:58 pm
Replies: 139
Views: 9,564
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Good Canadian TV Shows, Films and Music

Ha ha ha....no such thing as a good Canadian tv show! Just resign yourself to a Netflix fate.....as for music.....pah ha ha......
Forum: Canada
Aug 7th 2013, 3:37 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,467
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Travelling with dogs

If u r doing it yourself just check with your chosen airline which pet carriers they will accept......some will not ship wooden crates. We travelled last year to Manitoba from Glasgow and flew air...
Forum: Canada
Aug 7th 2013, 3:10 pm
Replies: 60
Views: 5,064
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Is winter a crazy time to move and resettle?

I think given the age of your children you will be fine regardless of the time of year you move. I moved with 2 of my 3 kids last October to Manitoba.....we were only here a few days and the snow...
Forum: Canada
Jan 29th 2013, 4:29 am
Replies: 57
Views: 7,091
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: 40ft Shipping Container

Hi yes it was Sea-route............a chap named Stuart, based in Cumbernauld Glasgow. He was really helpful and was able to reduce his quote when i told him I had had a better one!

We also had...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 21st 2013, 4:34 am
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Baking

Thank you all for your tips and suggestions. I was able to buy self raising flour in Bulk Barn on Saturday and yesterdays breakfast pancakes were a success. I used my original recipe from Scotland...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 18th 2013, 10:55 am
Replies: 39
Views: 5,595
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Haggis Hunting :-)

Give it a go with Irn Bru...lol
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 17th 2013, 5:34 am
Replies: 5
Views: 792
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Best way to transfer money from the UK?

Do you still have your UK debit cards? I am working with my UK account and have found it cheaper to just withdraw from UK with my card at an ATM here...it only costs me £1.50 per withdrawal. I did...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 17th 2013, 5:28 am
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Baking

I am not going back any time soon and I would rather get used to using what is available here:)
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 17th 2013, 5:26 am
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Baking

Yes they may annoy you...................feel free to ignore any of my future posts.............if I ever re-master the complicated art of pancake making here in Canada you are more than welcome to...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 17th 2013, 5:22 am
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Baking

The Robin Hood flour is the one I have tried.........Thank You I will give your conversions a try:thumbup:
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 17th 2013, 1:44 am
Replies: 39
Views: 5,595
Posted By Alienabroad

Smile Re: Haggis Hunting :-)

No I don't deep fry it ............I heat it gently in a large pan adding Drambuie gradually as I go.......... As much or as little Drambuie as u like...... I put a fair bit in as we like it...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 16th 2013, 12:52 pm
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Baking

Great Alan2005...........thank you............I assume you are referring to the flour?
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 16th 2013, 12:51 pm
Replies: 39
Views: 5,595
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Haggis Hunting :-)

Tinned haggis is great if you add Drambuie and cream while heating it up!
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 16th 2013, 12:29 pm
Replies: 22
Views: 2,579
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Best paint

My overall recommendation however with all the above being said, is the Home Hardware premium line. Its inexpensive, the colours are good, the finish is wicked and the durability seems fine. (This I...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 16th 2013, 12:22 pm
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Baking

Oh and PS............any pancake recipes would be much appreciated.........I used to make them every weekend in Scotland..........my recipe called for, flour,eggs, milk and...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jan 16th 2013, 12:19 pm
Replies: 34
Views: 2,902
Posted By Alienabroad

Smile Baking

Hi All,

Trying to keep busy with a spot of baking.................so far...........so bad.........

All my attempts with basic sponge recipes I have brought from home have been a disaster!!
...
Forum: Canada
Jan 4th 2013, 9:18 am
Replies: 114
Views: 10,835
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Question about Pet Transport UK to Canada

Is there a home boarding service available near you? This is where you pay someone to look after your dog in their own home. I used to run a home boarding service when I lived in Scotland. This would...
Forum: Canada
Jan 3rd 2013, 3:28 pm
Replies: 114
Views: 10,835
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Question about Pet Transport UK to Canada

Try Dave at petsaway.co.uk We shipped our Lab, Lhasa Apso and also a chinchilla from Glasgow to Toronto..... Vey helpful and went without a hitch although you are responsible for the correct...
Forum: Canada
Jan 2nd 2013, 11:47 am
Replies: 5
Views: 795
Posted By Alienabroad

Re: Hello and Happy New Year

Thank You for your replies...... The weather isn't causing me too much strife.....just the rigmarole of getting "suited and booted" becomes a bit tedious! But my Canadian neighbours complain about...
Forum: Canada
Dec 31st 2012, 4:28 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 795
Posted By Alienabroad

Smile Hello and Happy New Year

Hi All,
I am new to this forum although I have viewed as a guest on several occasions! As my user name suggests..... I am a a complete alien abroad! Moved here at the end of October with my husband...
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