Paul Catton

Interesting reading regarding USA & Greenland https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proposals_for_the_United_States_to_purchase_Greenland History, would show it not to be a momentary "lightbulb" thought for President Trump, but has been on the cards trough previous administrations since the 19th century. Maybe he can actually get the deal done.

Sathon Canal near Central Bangrak / Saphan Taksin and the River.

Agree with roo860, scalloped potatoes, are battered "sliced crosswise" potatoes covered in batter and deep fried. Still prevalent in New Zealand. Beef Tallow known as "Drippping" was always the preferred choice for the frying medium back in the day. Keeping this medium clean for multiple re-use was an exercise in itself and does come at a cost, most modern day chippies will use a "Vegetable Type oils, ie Canola etc..." and then discard within a week when the breakdown occurs through the continuous reheahting. I managed the very first "Fish and Chip" shop in Saudi Arabia back in the 1980's serving about 200+ portions per day. I was always at times, chief cook, waiter and bottle-washer when hat was required. Hat off and praise to the "Chippy at the Gate". Didn't see bags of scratchings for the poor or takeaway.

Last breakfast offering in Chiang Mai. OMG 220 Baht Also dropped in at Sausage King and picked up some Cumberland sausages, a large Pork Pie and a couple of sausage rolls. Sausage King Sausages were on a par with UK if you you want to knock up your own breakfast. Pork pie and sausage rolls will be off to Bangkok with us for lunch tomorrow. They also have a Garden Restaurant - below the recommended menu

New Years Eve, I had the Large Haddock & Chips (395 baht) at the Chippy at the Gate. (Also Atlantic Cod on the Menu) Skin is left on the fillet, hence you can tell you are getting the real McCoy. Fish portion was large as to be expected. Chips were cooked properly without greasy residue. Batter is a subjective topic and it was good, however, I would have preferred a slightly thinner coating with a little more crisp. A range of standard chip shop side-dishes are also available to enhance the meal. Highly recommended. The Chippy at The Gate

Maybe his friend (presumably an eyewitness) will shed light on the incident Surely he would also need to be charged with reckless driving. Truth will out.

Actually popped into Makro on Highway 108 this afternoon, lots of choices for a hearty Western Breakfast, however couldn't find their cooking facility, only the "staff" food truck in the carpark. Was looking forward to crumpets with a poached duck egg in each hole. 😂

As we are based in a Condo for this visit we are trying out various breakfast offerings around the City. Western Style to date. Rywin Café 139 Baht Good Day Breakfast Café 100 Baht Butter is Better Too 350 Baht Caramellow Café 205 Baht Poon Coffee, Thai and European Restaurant 185 Baht Chiang Mai Breakfast World 239 Baht

I believe, Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon peninsula after being ceded to Great Britain, were given back to China when the lease on the New Territories expired. Taiwan on the other hand remains a province of mainland China with unresolved issues between the PRC & ROC governments. IMO Western governments should keep their sticky beaks out of the equation.

Watched the following program on Al Jazeera's Bottom Line. Are-BRICS-countries-already-challenging-the-US-led-world-order? Food for thought.

To gain furthr perspctive upon the situation being faced today, President Jimmy Carter. Any wonder why "Today" the rest of the "World" is running around like a a dog with two knobs?

Was a reply to Scottiejohn in the thread, switch off your notifications dear friend.

Ad hominen attack. Also, I do not hide behind any form of anonymity. Perhaps you scathe too much.

Right thread "old pal" or any term you want me to endear you by.

Do you keep a dog and bark yourself within your property? Asking for a friend.