Discussions

In the researching phase. What sort of planning permission would I need to extend my property? And roughly how much would it cost to get? I'll be back

Is there anyway to safely remove the nests of processionary caterpillars? My mate has noticed a few in the pine trees around his house and as he has a small child, he doesn't want to risk waiting until the caterpillars come out.

Where's Almeria branch of Leroy Merlin please?

Can anyone recommend a good company for our community to use please.

Got a new domo phone from telefonica, but somehow ploughing through the manual in Spanish does not appeal. Know where I can find it in English?

Where can I find a launderette in Mojacar? My washing machine is on the blink and as a temporary measure until we get a new one I need to find somewhere else to get the piles of clothes washed. Betty

Is there an art shop in the area i want to take up the hobby again but i cant find any supplies.

Anywhere that sells sweet smelling scented candles near Mojacar? Betty

Can anyone recommend a nice shop for little trinkets and gifts for the home?

I´m yearning for a mince pie, has anyone seen any around in the shops?

We always have Salmon on Christmas eve before the big meat fest. problem is have not got my fish kettle here, anyone seen them for sale or will I have to improvise?

I am a pretty dire cook, I got me mum to make the mince pies and sausage rolls, but do'nt tell anyone. However I thought even I could manage brandy butter and surprise mum, if that is, one of you kind people will tell me how its made!!!

You just know someone is going to manage to spill some red wine during Christmas, so does anyone know of any tips for removing it? Annie

Hello, It's perhaps a little late, but I am looking for somewhere that I can hire a carpet cleaner to do my carpets before Christmas. Does anyone know where I might find one? Or a company that would clean them for me? Ideally near Roquetas de Mar, but willing to travel a little further afield. Annie

I have a lot on household and DIY electrical stuff I brought from UK. Is it best to change the plugs, well in my case get someone to do so! or is it OK to use adaptors?

Last night I realised i had not sent an elderly aunt a Christmas present. Thank goodness for Tesco, I was doing a search and found there site so have sent a lovely orchid. Good price too. http://direct.tesco.com/flowers/

What's the secret, I can cook most things but my Yorkshire puds are always a disaster, few tips please

Does anyone know how to tell if a washing powder / liquid is non-biological? One of my boys has developed eczema and I think switching powder may possibly help. Which are the best brands for sensitive skin?

Hey I was in Carrefour the other day and was really amazed at the international section. So many kinds of food stuffs and amazing ingredients. Went right over the top buying. I shall now be cooking, Chinese, Moroccan, Dutch, Italian etc.

Any opinions of the most cost effective method of heating, apart from solid fuel in Spain.