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It's the intent with which the term "sushi" was used that deems it racist and in this case it was meant to be ugly and harmful and derogatory. Sensei, sorry your poor wife had this experience as no one deserves this, she should have flung her pack of twelve global knives at him!;-) And if your wife does open up a sushi restaurant (which I hope she does!) just make sure this tosser is served Fugu puffer fish - I hear the female ovaries are especially good! (6)

Dear Citizen, I'm not calling you 'little-englander mucker' (never heard of that phrase!) and I agree with what you are saying, but sometimes it is nice to see the world again and especially through your children's eyes. Personally, I was born in one country, moved to another as a young child, then moved back to birth country, then off to the UK and am currently (with family) in yet another country before coming back to the UK next year. Confusing, I know, but because I grew up this way, it seems natural that the kids are exposed to it. I like learning new languages, learning new cooking methods, seeing a different way of life. Perhaps these are petty gains for some people. I will say that it has made me miss London greatly and maybe in the end that is the point?! It's not for everyone so fair enough. Sorry Huguenot for hijacking your thread! Dear CWALD, you can always make travel carbon neutral these days! ;-)

This is probably not helpful, but you can call in your order at Hisar and collect.

Dear Surprise, Sorry about your late night disturbance and hopefully it's only a one-off. If anything I would think living on a busy road such as LL would be better for crime prevention, but I'm sure this doesn't make you feel any better! You did the right thing by calling the police. ED is as safe as any part of London ie, random crimes of opportunity may or may not happen. Touch wood, but in the 7 years we've lived in ED, the only late night disturbances we've had were gangs upon gangs of foxes tearing their way through a neighbour's rubbish, foxes or cats running amok on our cars, babies crying in the wee hours, the local cat population singing their Chinese opera and the occasional single canon blast sound of a firework. Getting to know your neighbours and looking/listening out for eachother is probably one of the best things you can do. And always remember to deadbolt your door at night (just common sense really). Hope this helps and welcome to ED! -C

citizenED Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I can understand economic migrants from poorer > countries working in a wealthier country and > sending money home to help their family build a > better life but people from wealthy countries > going anywhere else just doesn't add up in my > book, except, perhaps, when they are young free > and single as Brendan mentioned. Might be great to > be the pioneer and conquer far-flung lands, but > when your family comes along, how about staying at > home. I mean, there are only so many temples you > can see in one lifetime. As Blake said, you can > see the universe in a blade of grass. And, sorry, > I think it basically unfair to deny grandparents > and other relatives simply to satisfy your own > internal wanderlust. But wouldn't it be wonderful to uproot life, family and everything just for an experience of a lifetime for you and your children? Visiting another country is not the same experience as living in another country learning the language and seeing the culture. As someone mentioned, we only have about 80 years on this planet and it would be nice not to have any regrets at the end of it. The grandparents can always come for a visit!

Just a simple question to you - Why don't YOU go into the shop and ask?

Marmora Man Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > IT was once recommended by James Nesbitt in a > profile of him in the Evening Standard's FRiday > supplement - that should help a number of EDF > "ers" decide not to crowd out the place. That is so true! There is such anti-JN sentiment in ED that it's a good thing he's moved to HH!

I think it's a great idea and look forward to seeing this happen. I promise not to bring the kiddies! ;-)

Great place - can be a bit crowded on weekends. My kids love it and the owner is very nice indeed.

HonaloochieB Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > You're not being pedantic at all CandJ, I was > showing my unerring ability to misread a post. > Boy is my face red(der). and I just corrected my post for spelling !

I don't mean to be pedantic, but take out the 'r k e' and replace with 'g g o.'

Oh this is gross. I was going to write to support what Jimbob said, but I can't compete with this conversation as I haven't read Viz in about a million years... /leaves lounge, closes door behind/

Were they really maggots or just some kind of little broccoli eating bugs? Just a bit of bad luck really as it could have happened from Sainsburys or NCR green grocer broccoli - especially if it is organic. I once cut through a red pepper and found a lovely fat juicy caterpillar living inside (luckily didn't cut through him). I sent him off to the park.

Those Parent parking spaces are wider than normal parking bays and it is helpful for someone getting children or a newborn in an infant carrier in and out. It is difficult when your car door cannot open all the way when trying to fasten your children in their car seats. It is a shame that people park in both these and the disabled bays when they clearly don't need to as they are reserved out of courtesy. sorry off topic/ SORRY POSTED SAME TIME AS LOZZYLOZ!

LondonVillageLifer Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > We live on Barry Road and unfortunately have the > food-loving moths. Made a 'shaker' type thing for > my daughter to take to school with rice in a jar a > few weeks ago (they were doing some experiment > about sound or something). She was cleaning out > her satchel yesterday and the (thankfully sealed) > jar was a crawling mass of moths and sort of > web-type stuff. Set me up nicely for 'The Shining' > later that evening I can tell you. ooooh, that's scary! You have to toss the rest of your rice as you have grain moths. They attack damp grain probably during the winter then hatch during the warmer months and the web stuff you see is left from the larvae boring into the grain. Best to keep grains (rice, oats, flour etc) in sealed containers or zip lock bags in a cool area (not next to fridge or cooker). Makes for a great science project for the kiddies, but not in the kitchen! Good luck!

YOU LET HIM INTO YOUR HOUSE? Oh my.

Sorry your friend had this experience as it seems a bit unreasonable. No one should have to walk down the street enduring a shop owner yelling abuse at them (she should have walked towards the police station!). I too had a really weird experience with him, but have never posted anything about it because I thought I was having an off day and I didn't want to be so negative. He was very sarcastic and rude to me when I went in to buy some oil cloth for my kitchen table. I wouldn't have thought anything of it until a week later he was casually walking by my HOME when I was loading the kids into the car and told me I had a nice car... this sent shivers down my spine. Glad to know it wasn't just me.

I was there about 7 years ago as a tourist. The very developed waterfront is lovely with a lot of restaurants, cafes and nice views over the harbour. I went swimming in the Gulf and came out with oil splodges on me which was slightly amusing, but other than that there isn't a lot to do. There are a few new museums of Chinese and Islamic art that are very nice. Probably a great place for families (as the rest of the Gulf is) although I didn't have kids back then so can't remember that aspect. The Qataries are very nice indeed, but you might want to visit before deciding to emigrate. Best of luck!

Dear jrussel, I suggest you go visit New York City and see what Central Park is like and speak to any New Yorker about what that city would be like without it.... they don't call it the lungs of New York for nothing. Nice controversial post - isn't that what the forum is all about - but I doubt you'll get much support on this issue. -C

I completely agree with you Nero and think this is a great post and a very valid topic. Littering is disgusting and irresponsible but it's very difficult to change the mindset of an adult who has littered and presumably has always done so and thinks it's okay. I have often confronted people who have carelessly thrown their rubbish and have mostly been met with their embarrassment but on a few occasions have been given back a whole mouthful of expletives! We have to nip it in the bud and teach our youth that this is not a good thing to do. I think Nero mentioning this woman's social status is a valid point also as the "jute" bag might imply that she had some kind of environmental awareness, but apparently not!

I think the last time they did this was about 2 or 3 years ago, but they did indeed replace them quickly within days and all seemed okay again. I wouldn't worry as I don't think Southwark council are doing anything sinister, this time.

Dear C.O. Rue Cler in the 7th is a nice little market street with veggie and fruit stalls, cheesemonger, bakery, butcher, etc. There's a cafe called the Cafe De Marche on the corner of Rue Cler and Rue du Champs de Mar that does specials based on the local market. Very nice and the house red is always good. Also a tiny booth next to the cafe makes the typical crepes with nutella and is always a treat at any time of the day. There are other cafes and wine bars on the street, as well as a post office, chemist, and bank which is most handy. The nearest metro is Ecole Militaire. Bon voyage.

John Lewis sells them in packs of 6 blocks. They are kind of expensive for what they are. If the lumber yard has cedar you could always have them cut you some blocks - or line your whole wardrobe with it!

This is all so depressing if a moth invasion is in the works. I've been lucky to keep the little buggers away in the past by having all jumpers, coats, suits cleaned before storage (dry cleaning, washing machine, whatever you do to clean your clothes). After, cashmere sweaters are stored in separate bags and garment bags go over anything that is hanging and not being worn for a season. I also use cedar blocks which are good at keeping things dry and they don't smell as vile as moth balls. If they start attacking my curtains and rugs, I'll have to move into an igloo as I wouldn't know what to do...

And the best white pudding, mikado biscuits and boland's fig rolls!!! and don't get me started on the Emerald sweets... sorry off topic/