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alisoncc your post #19, is a little short on historical fact. Evidence is known that the mixed spices ( curry) were used in 1700 BC Mesopotamia, and in India 800 BC . The fist known spices arrived in western Europe around 1300 AD. The British 'Raj' took over from the East India Company in 1858, it ended with independence 1947. During that time curry dishes were introduced into the English diet,not to every ones taste,more than likely soldiers and diplomats that had served in India. I am sure the British ate beef in their diet,while serving in India. In reading the history of British soldi

Wonder if it will be 100% safe when it is completed, and in use.

I can't imagine rotting beef being on the menu in India, the cow being a sacred animal, and most Indians being vegetarian.The idea behind curried food was to preserve the the poultry and fish,and the fact the various blend of spices, enhanced the taste.

Years ago on a visit to my wife's home town we visited a huge farmers market. There was a 'work-wear clothing' stall, a sign read 'dungarees $25' piled high were button fly 501 Levis, so 20 years ago the term was still in use, and probably still is , by the old guys.

The term dungarees, is the old American description for loose fitting work trousers.

Craig, the 501s' you posted a picture of, are termed 'dungarees'. They are not usually found in main line stores, but places such as 'Farm and Fleet' stores, or farmers markets. The term 'dungarees' is an old term for working jeans, not the ' bib and brace' overalls we knew in the UK. Most of my jeans are purchased when we travel up to see my wifes', family in Rock Island, Illinois.

My wife only once tided and put things away on my work desk, before the 'clean up' it looked like an explosion had happened, but I knew where everything was. I walked into the study to find my desk in an almost perfect sterile condition, it took at least six months to get back to the work desk that I was accustomed to.

I make a pot of Earl Grey every afternoon, around 3-30, you will have to bring your own fairy cakes,I've only got McVities digestive ( plain chocolate).

The only jeans I buy are the original Levi 501, I don't see any difference to the jeans I purchased back in the 60s', same stitching, copper rivets, and dark indigo blue in colour. The US cost is $40 for the jeans, shirt $30, and the jackets $65. The idea of paying 200 pounds for a pair of Levi original 501 jeans is incredible, that's around $300. When my wife and I visited San Francisco, we went to the Levi museum / store, never saw any denim product that cost $300. Next time you need Levi's let me know Craig, I'll treat you to the jeans, but you pay for mailing.

It only seems like a few weeks ago that you guys were in the grip of winter. Goose fair is about five weeks away, isn't it ? That was when I thought the winter was almost on us, dreaded the thought of months not seeing the sun, or feeling its warmth. I am sure as you get older,it feels colder( blood thinning out), and your heating bills increase.The answer, Invade Florida en masse and tell the authorities you are seeking 'winter asylum'.The US government will give you $4000 and somewhere to live

Bloody Nora Merth, ave yo got them comics anging on a nail in yer bog?

After growing out of the Beano, Dandy, and Topper,I started to buy the 'Classic' comics.I am sure many members will remember those, some terrific artwork for the time.

I have to admit, when Americans ask me what I miss about England, my instant reply "a bloody good curry", that usually kills the conversation. In fact I miss everything about England, but reading some of the posts, so much has changed,and being happy for the last twenty odd years living in America, I am sure I would find it hard to adapt.

Maybe it was all the 'sea air' that made the taste seem different.Back in the 50s' Nottingham had its share of industrial pollution, and that most of the fish and chips were fried in lard.

Swimming is my idea of exercise,not done any lately, buggered if I can find my water-wings .

What ever your age as you get older, there is always someone you meet that are older and more infirm, one way or another. That old man in my mirror, was there again this morning waiting for me to shave him.

There's a troll at the bottom of my garden, his name is Tebbit.

I wish the 'grown ups' would leave me alone.

Did sitting in the bath really do anything to shape a pair of '501s'? I still buy 501s,the label says "shrunk to fit", not shrink to fit. Maybe it was a sales gimmick, that we went along with,I never noticed any change in the jeans. My old mum thought I was 'crackers' sitting in a bath full of hot water,wearing a pair of new jeans.

I bought my first full length leather coat from Leicester market, gun metal blue in colour.I am sure it didn't cost more than 12 quid. That was in March 66, a birthday present to myself. Never shopped at Jeffs, or any other 'mod shop'. Flittermans on Hockley had the Levis, Ben Shermans, desert boots, etc' at a lower price than the 'trendy shops'. Wakefields army stores once sold green suede boots, I think they called them 'mosquito boots'! they looked very trendy,considering they were issued to the Belgian army. The most expensive clothing item was the 'mohair suit', bought on the 'never- n

If I ate some of the comfort food mentioned on this thread, it would be a little more than discomforting.

Nice to see you back posting Craig, I reckon half the members at the Dungeon were under age in those days. One of the great soul labels back in the day was 'Stax', a rival to 'Motown', with such artists as Otis Redding,Sam and Dave,Carla Thomas,et' all. We were spoiled for all the music and the clubs that were around at the time. Sorry I'm not able to get to one of your 'Soul nights' Craig, but if you can play 'Wake me Shake me', I'll be there in spirit.

Here you go Derek' Scab and matter pudding, green snot pie All mixed together with a dead dogs eye Stir it thick with a dirty stick Then swill it down with a cold cup of sick. Not really comfort food tho'

I only make a trifle when we have folks round for dinner, it always goes down well with our American friends, and they take home what is left. Our local Krispy Kreeme was closed down by the health dep't Derek, so now it's 'Dunkin'.

Rice pudding - into an oven proof dish - 11/2 pints of milk, 1 cup rice,1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup grated coconut, 1/2 cup raisins, noggin of butter,sprinkle of ground nutmeg. Place in the oven on 350 for 11/2 - 2 hours, or untill the skin is very dark brown.All the milk should have been absorbed by the rice etc'. Put a dollop into a bowl and gently stir in 1/3 cup of single cream. That is my ideal comfort food, unless there's a box of' Dunkin donuts' around.