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Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 7:32 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

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Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I think high unemployment has got rid of that particular "curse". And until our currency crashes against the Indian/Chinese, and their workers cost the same as ours, it isn't going to change....

Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 7:07 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Just like Madrid or Barcelona, things are a lot easier if you get hold of a travelcard (Oystercard in London). I don't think things are that much harder (if at all) in the Uk capital - get hold of a...

Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 6:57 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Or study in Germany or France for that matter...just seems strange that despite all the stories of "media studies" type degrees, and the high cost, and stories of graduates unable to spell or add up,...

Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 3:38 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

For those thinking of heading back to the UK, and who hope their children will go to University, here's a sobering report:
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Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 11:22 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Sorry, but I am neither rich nor lazy. I will engage Shanks' pony...:cool:

Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 10:57 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

In short, Spain has a far greater range of fish/seafood in its shops/supermarkets than the UK :D
I'm told that the UK supermarkets are better because their range in most things is greater eg...

Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 8:06 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I've worked for a company that supplied food products (mainly sandwiches wraps etc) to different supermarkets. I can assure you that the standards imposed by the "higher value" supermarkets were of a...

Forum: Spain

Oct 1st 2010, 6:38 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

As with all things you can find better quality supermarkets (in the UK for instance Sainsburys or Waitrose). You do have to be careful with the cheaper variety - the boss of Asda let the cat out of...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:43 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I don't know if this is a true anecdote or just an urban myth, but they used to say in the UK that the only flavoured crisp a vegetarian could safely eat was the Smoky Bacon variety.

I see there's...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:37 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

What planet are you on? LOL

I prefer the basic salted crisps produced in a traditional way, but I am partial to the Lays paprika version.

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:32 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Yep, and mugs like us (ok, me :o ) fall for it everytime... D'OHHHH!!

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:28 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

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Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Well yes, but there again you wouldn't angle for a return visit (constantly praising the cooking) if the meal really did taste off? Unless you're a masochist of course!

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:26 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Not too happy today? Concerned about the price of Carlsburg?

If you go to Tesco and buy the big 18 pack, yes the price is £10 (which actually works out at 55pence - try and get your facts right...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:10 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Silly me, I forgot. You're the poster who thinks anyone who disagrees with your views is "making it up" and "telling lies". I'm really Richard Branson posting from a carribean island. I shouldn't...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:07 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I see your point, but guests often rave about the home made stuff. They could be just being polite though...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 1:06 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I thought most people on this forum were Spain based? :confused: Are you saying you're not the Marbella based poster?

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 12:19 pm

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Well you have a point, if you can make bread at home it's normally far better- Same goes for home cooking, I've yet to find a restaurant that can consistently provide as nice food as that done at home

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 10:41 am

Replies: 198

The UK

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Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Not sure I agree with you totally on this bread point CM, but it's obvious you've won the argument when the usual posters resort to sarcastic insults

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 10:20 am

Replies: 198

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Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

You may have a point if talking about the commercial brands. But certainly in big cities like Madrid they still have the local outlets selling the packets of locally fried crisps with just salt as...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 10:07 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

It all boils down I think as to whether you like the Walkers type of crisp or not. I think it's mass produced rubbish - and luckily part of the UK population is beginning to agree - hence the...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 10:04 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I happen to think both countries have a lot to learn about bread, compared with say Germany. Bread tends to be of a better quality in Spain the further north you go, I find, and bread from Galicia...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 9:57 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

I never found that to be the case in Madrid, but I didn't seek out expensive UK imports either. Certainly the standard can of beer in the supermarket would be 35 or 40cents (may be more expensive...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 9:02 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

and other countries! This is a major gripe I have with UK supermarkets for example apples. For me British apples are as good as anywhere in the world, but the likes of Tesco insist on stocking...

Forum: Spain

Sep 30th 2010, 7:38 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

Well of course there are lots of other things better in Spain than in the UK. Coffee and the cost of wine/beer are a bit obvious, and although I'd like to say the free tapas regime in many bars, I'm...

Forum: Spain

Sep 29th 2010, 9:26 am

Replies: 198

The UK

Views: 14,711

Posted By steviedeluxe

Re: The UK

One of the best things about London is the range of fantastic street markets, so you can always buy basic fresh produce at good prices. Of course you still have M&S, Sainsburys, Tesco etc selling...

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