The General Chat Thread

Dizzyblonde · 12-02-2017 12:41PM

It's strong flour you need.

SB_Part2 · 12-02-2017 05:04PM

What are you making?

tickingclock · 12-02-2017 08:50PM

I was going to make a goats cheese, roasted pepper and pesto focaccia. I was too lazy to go to another shop for strong flour even though now I'm sorry I didn't brave the elements and go!!

rubadub · 14-02-2017 06:24PM

Why do you not see supermarket own brand creme eggs?

Galaxy have caramel eggs so it must not be some trademark or copyright or whatever to have small eggs with gooey filling.

Graces7 · 15-02-2017 04:32AM

rubadub wrote: »

Why do you not see supermarket own brand creme eggs?

Galaxy have caramel eggs so it must not be some trademark or copyright or whatever to have small eggs with gooey filling.

Have a look in ALDI, at the assorted specials counters.

Ally Dick · 15-02-2017 08:56PM

I've just started working in IFSC. Close to a Mexican food outlet called Burritos and Blues or something like that. There's always a queue out the door at lunchtime...but I am tempted to visit at teatime when it is quieter. Might sound stupid but I don't know what to order. I like hot food, preferably chicken, and I have kidney beans. Any suggestion what to ask for?

SB_Part2 · 15-02-2017 10:25PM

Burrito with chicken, pinto beans and then whatever toppings you like. Or a burrito bowl.

Graces7 · 16-02-2017 09:57AM

Unplanned and totally enjoyable "kitchen hour" or so... A very ripe pineapple reached out to me to be jammed, 3 lovely jars.... so that is done and a mixed berry steamed sponge is a simmering... Loved the hour and all washed and cleaned.

I am still making discoveries in this very well-equipped kitchen and today came across a wok... lurking under the heaviest frying pan I ever tried to lift.

Never had or used a wok ... a voyage of discovery ... the gas hob has a burner with several rings...

And at the sides over the teak worktops, on each side, metal rails to rest pans on.

ALso found some round thick pads, blue; no idea what for but pan shaped and looked like insulation?

Shenshen · 16-02-2017 11:40AM

Graces7 wrote: »

ALso found some round thick pads, blue; no idea what for but pan shaped and looked like insulation?

Pan protectors? The idea is that you put them into the bottom of a frying pan before stacking another one into it, they protect the inside from being scratched and damaged.

Graces7 · 16-02-2017 01:14PM

Shenshen wrote: »

Pan protectors? The idea is that you put them into the bottom of a frying pan before stacking another one into it, they protect the inside from being scratched and damaged.

Really? lol! The things they think of!

Just googled that and these are plain round.. maybe to protect the teak wood surfaces then?

Shenshen · 16-02-2017 01:56PM

Graces7 wrote: »

Really? lol! The things they think of!

Just googled that and these are plain round.. maybe to protect the teak wood surfaces then?

Well, I suppose if you have really expensive pans you might want to protect them. Me, I've got some 10 quid ones from when Lidl had them on offer, and they'll do for a year or two, but people do like nice things.

They could be table mats, I guess, for when you want to put down a hot pot or pan onto a wood surface?

Or they could be multi-functional thingymajigs, and you get to invent new purposes for them!

Graces7 · 16-02-2017 03:14PM

Shenshen wrote: »

Well, I suppose if you have really expensive pans you might want to protect them. Me, I've got some 10 quid ones from when Lidl had them on offer, and they'll do for a year or two, but people do like nice things.

They could be table mats, I guess, for when you want to put down a hot pot or pan onto a wood surface?

Or they could be multi-functional thingymajigs, and you get to invent new purposes for them!

They have wee hanging loops on them too

And the teak counters are well protected already with huge wooden boards and racks.

finding so many things I never used before... Yes these are expensive pans etc ,heavy and hard wearing. The big pan has a steamer insert.

Still using my own old frying pan though! Could hardly lift the ones here.

Could get used to all this finery.. And that is just the pans.... now the china....OH MY!

Wondering how i managed without the poultry shears... They make cutting uo raw for the cats an easy work

Surreptitious · 16-02-2017 09:19PM

Are they for resting your teapot on by any chance? I haven't seen one of those around since I was really young.

Graces7 · 17-02-2017 05:42AM

Surreptitious wrote: »

Are they for resting your teapot on by any chance? I haven't seen one of those around since I was really young.

No; she had posh stands for that and these are in the pan drawer! Never had such a well equipped rental kitchen..

I mean a WOK!

kylith · 17-02-2017 10:47AM

They sound to me like padded mats for oven-to-table cooking.

The Black Oil · 18-02-2017 11:18AM

Oh good. Chef's Table is back. :pac:

arian · 18-02-2017 01:59PM

Graces7 wrote: »

ALso found some round thick pads, blue; no idea what for but pan shaped and looked like insulation?

Did you get an inventory when you moved in? Are they listed on that?

Graces7 · 18-02-2017 05:25PM

arian wrote: »

Did you get an inventory when you moved in? Are they listed on that?

No inventory... all very informal ...

Will call them "whatever" mats.. use them for whatever you feel like..

Graces7 · 18-02-2017 05:27PM

Enjoyed a 'shop till you drop" day in the Big City.... baulked at the last possible shop ie LIDL ... No more; enough!

The range and quality and variety of food is awesome. So much choice. Well pleased with purchases.

Graces7 · 19-02-2017 02:43PM

Today;s "finds" in the magical mystery cupboards! The owner left the kitchen cupboards as they were....am exploring a bit at a time..

A stove top kettle. I had been intending to ask at the local charity shop about finding one... There is a set of rails across the open fire and I have neen heating water there in a huge pan, but it is unwieldy

So now the kettle sings quietly.... pace of life slows down

AND I have correctly IDed a utensil as a spaghetti server....

beertons · 19-02-2017 04:11PM

Graces7 wrote: »

Today;s "finds" in the magical mystery cupboards! The owner left the kitchen cupboards as they were....am exploring a bit at a time..

A stove top kettle. I had been intending to ask at the local charity shop about finding one... There is a set of rails across the open fire and I have neen heating water there in a huge pan, but it is unwieldy

So now the kettle sings quietly.... pace of life slows down

AND I have correctly IDed a utensil as a spaghetti server....

C'mere a minute. Are you still up in the hills, or have I missed something?

Kat1170 · 19-02-2017 09:09PM

beertons wrote: »

C'mere a minute. Are you still up in the hills, or have I missed something?

I think its Peig Sayers come back to haunt us :eek::eek::eek:

Graces7 · 20-02-2017 06:54AM

beertons wrote: »

C'mere a minute. Are you still up in the hills, or have I missed something?

Oh yes, still up in the boonies. Civilisation is portable

. Just the owner is a lover of fine things. The kitchen is amazing. I love it! Will not use half the stuff though..

Graces7 · 20-02-2017 07:00AM

Kat1170 wrote: »

I think its Peig Sayers come back to haunt us :eek::eek::eek:

lol.. had to look that up! HER I mean!

http://www.1st-stop-county-kerry.com/Peig-Sayers.html

And thank you; she was clearly a great lady... strong and stalwart

Would love to live on Great Blasket.. or any small island...lived in Kerry...

Have always lived simply perforce and through inclination. But am learning now... Will never use a wok etc!

Love the kitchen here though but love the hearth too.

Dial Hard · 20-02-2017 12:33PM

Graces7 wrote:

And thank you; she was clearly a great lady... strong and stalwart

She was a pathological liar, actually. Made most of it up.

Graces7 · 20-02-2017 12:51PM

Dial Hard wrote: »

She was a pathological liar, actually. Made most of it up.

Not a nice thing to say..... and not relevant to my point. Stories are fiction.. not lies...

All reminds me of one day when I was fairly new in Ireland. I was chatting to some old ones after mid week Mass one day and when they heard about my water supply, run off from the bog , and bringing drinking water in from holy wells, they started reminiscing about their younger days and that life... Went all starry eyed....

When I asked would they go back to that way of life, SHOCK , HORROR!.. they lived in town now...

For me, this way is peaceful and good.... as is eating simply.

beertons · 20-02-2017 01:42PM

Kat1170 wrote: »

I think its Peig Sayers come back to haunt us :eek::eek::eek:

Thanks be the Jesus, she wasn't on my curriculum. Heard a few bits about her. This was after I married a Kerry woman, who is the complete opposite. I hope.

Graces7 · 20-02-2017 02:50PM

No idea what this lady did to upset you all, but all I am doing is saving money and enjoying greater simplicity....

Ah well!

SB_Part2 · 20-02-2017 02:54PM

I got some scallops fresh of the boat yesterday. I am dying to do something with them this evening. I'm thinking a classic combo of black pudding and pea puree.

StripedBoxers · 20-02-2017 04:23PM

Hey all,

Looking for your recommendations for a nice place to get a nice lunch in Dublin city or else around Drumcondra area? Could even go somewhere within the city centre.

Was in The Ivy House in Drumcondra last week, it was nice, but looking to try somewhere else.

Only one issue - need somewhere that is not overly busy, we were going to try Elephant & Castle, but having gone there once before and remembering how crazy busy it was, I don't know if its suitable.

I would greatly appreciate any suggestions.

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