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[MattSantos]

I've been a member of the Virgin Winebank for a couple of years now. They debit a set amount from your account each month (default = £20) and you quite quickly build up a useable balance with them, which means that often when you make a purchase, the cost is already covered.

They also do plenty of special discounted offers, often with extra goodies thrown in. My last order came with a pair of beautiful Dartington Crystal wine glasses. A good wine glass really does enhance the experience in some way, whatever you're drinking.

Based on a recent promotion of theirs, I have just taken delivery of a case of 'Tall Gum' Private Bin shiraz/merlot/durif at a 40% saving, which promises to be a dark, powerful and intense red.

How are you a league fan and not union?

[Futtocks]

How are you a league fan and not union?

Because I enjoy the finer things in life, from food and drink to music, literature and sport.

[Simon Hall]

My last order came with a pair of beautiful Dartington Crystal wine glasses. A good wine glass really does enhance the experience in some way, whatever you're drinking.

Based on a recent promotion of theirs, I have just taken delivery of a case of 'Tall Gum' Private Bin shiraz/merlot/durif at a 40% saving, which promises to be a dark, powerful and intense red.

When I read that, the voice in my head sounds like Julian Clary.

[voteronniegibbs]

When I read that, the voice in my head sounds like Julian Clary.

oh my goodnight

[hindle xiii]

Dragonfruit:

About the size of a mango. Inside and out are polar opposites. See here

It's taste is very, very bland. Similar taste and texture to melon and reminds me also of kiwi fruit. However this is neither sweet or sour. It is a little sweet but nothing like even a pear.

Still, it's something new, tripe wasn't very good either so it isn't all about being blown away.

[Mumby Magic]

Although I said like you that I would try new foods, still not got there yet.

[Tiny Tim]

Dragonfruit:

About the size of a mango. Inside and out are polar opposites. See here

It's taste is very, very bland. Similar taste and texture to melon and reminds me also of kiwi fruit. However this is neither sweet or sour. It is a little sweet but nothing like even a pear.

Still, it's something new, tripe wasn't very good either so it isn't all about being blown away.

I would suggest you try a custard apple instead a far superior fruit. Various varieties to try and all very tasty.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cherimoya

http://en.wikipedia....i/Custard-apple

[Futtocks]

Dragonfruit:

About the size of a mango. Inside and out are polar opposites. See here

It's taste is very, very bland. Similar taste and texture to melon and reminds me also of kiwi fruit. However this is neither sweet or sour. It is a little sweet but nothing like even a pear.

Still, it's something new, tripe wasn't very good either so it isn't all about being blown away.

Not that you weren't warned, but at least you know now.

[Kenilworth Tiger]

Swan - simply delicious and although it's a red meat it actually tastes better with a nice cold Pinot or such like

[Millman]

Swan - simply delicious and although it's a red meat it actually tastes better with a nice cold Pinot or such like

You're right, I find it's a little more tender than Eagle if cooked properly.

[Kenilworth Tiger]

You're right, I find it's a little more tender than Eagle if cooked properly.

I was disappointed by eagle when I had it in Nepal, it was a bit like stewing steak if I'm honest.

How did you have Swan, mine was poached which at the time I thouhgt was rather odd but served on a bed of Coarse fish Risotto it was immense

[l'angelo mysterioso]

I was disappointed by eagle when I had it in Nepal, it was a bit like stewing steak if I'm honest.

How did you have Swan, mine was poached which at the time I thouhgt was rather odd but served on a bed of Coarse fish Risotto it was immense

I had dinosaur last week
it was rock hard

[Millman]

I was disappointed by eagle when I had it in Nepal, it was a bit like stewing steak if I'm honest.

How did you have Swan, mine was poached which at the time I thouhgt was rather odd but served on a bed of Coarse fish Risotto it was immense

It was deep fried in a cajun sauce and served with curly fries.

I'm partial to otter, but it's a bit "gamey".

[Futtocks]

I was disappointed by eagle when I had it in Nepal, it was a bit like stewing steak if I'm honest.

Bit like condor, but tougher...

[Kenilworth Tiger]

It was deep fried in a cajun sauce and served with curly fries.

I'm partial to otter, but it's a bit "gamey".

I've never tried Otter but my Dad had it when he was away on business (Funny story actually as he still refers to it as Beaver!!) and ended up with Gout so your Game analogy is probably not far off the mark

[Kenilworth Tiger]

Bit like condor, but tougher...

I haven't tried Condor I have to be honest - how is it best cooked?

[Futtocks]

I haven't tried Condor I have to be honest - how is it best cooked?

For 18 days, sous-vide and served with a side order of Monster Munch.

[Kenilworth Tiger]

For 18 days, sous-vide and served with a side order of Monster Munch.

Now you're just being silly.

I've just shown this thread to a colleague who was brought up in the Pitcairn Islands and used to regularly eat parrot!!!!

[Simon Hall]

I once had horse while on holiday in France, very nice it was too. I once had a pig whilst on holiday as well but I prefer not to talk about that.

[Mumby Magic]

I had Chicken Tarka last night. It's like Chicken Tikka but otter.