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Post by inky on Jan 5, 2009 14:36:18 GMT
My copy of the new book has just arrived (many thanks Amazon./ Excellent service as usual  Just had a quick glance and it looks very good  |
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Post by dutchdiva on Jan 5, 2009 14:47:54 GMT
Already?  |
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Post by lindenchase on Jan 5, 2009 16:36:22 GMT
Great. I ordered my copy from Amazon as well, so hopefully it will arrive any day now.
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Post by inky on Jan 5, 2009 18:47:28 GMT
Had a chance to look through it and read a couple of chapters. Much lighter read than the original Wine Adventure book with lots of entertaining 'conversations' between Oz and James (which I think might be dialogue from the series - we'll soon know) Loads of pics and interesting information about beer, whisky, gin etc etc etc ;D
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Post by Liz on Jan 8, 2009 13:06:35 GMT
My book's arrived, and is waiting for me at home! ;D
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Post by tui on Jan 8, 2009 13:12:20 GMT
;D ;D Liz, may i suggest sitting down and consuming no drink while looking through the book. As i found out yesterday there are some quite  pics in there!  |
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Post by Liz on Jan 8, 2009 13:28:18 GMT
Should I pack hubby off too?  |
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Post by tui on Jan 8, 2009 13:32:54 GMT
Should I pack hubby off too? to be on the safe side |
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Post by Liz on Jan 8, 2009 13:33:43 GMT
*nods* Okay... it's for the best |
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Post by Mayfayre on Jan 8, 2009 14:23:07 GMT
I've finally remembered to order mine from Amazon - they've reduced even more to £9.99 ;D
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Post by (Ali) on Jan 8, 2009 15:33:47 GMT
So is this one worth importing? I've heard the first book is mostly wine talk. Is this one much different?
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Post by Liz on Jan 9, 2009 19:47:27 GMT
I've finally remembered to order mine from Amazon - they've reduced even more to £9.99 ;D I paid £11.99, and it was the cheapest I could find at the time... good job he's worth it! |
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Post by lindenchase on Jan 9, 2009 19:59:44 GMT
 They made online shopping far too easy.... ;D |
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Post by KiwiMonkey on Jan 9, 2009 20:11:10 GMT
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Post by lily1895 on Jan 15, 2009 22:07:01 GMT
Did the tote bag come from Amazon UK as well? Ohhhh where did you get it?
Overexcited as usualy, Lily1895
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Post by lindenchase on Jan 15, 2009 22:48:53 GMT
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Post by Liz on Jan 15, 2009 22:54:09 GMT
I see the show has prompted a letter of complaint in the Radio Times... 'Oz n James are glorifying getting drunk'... blah, blah, blah! |
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Post by lindenchase on Jan 15, 2009 23:01:17 GMT
I see the show has prompted a letter of complaint in the Radio Times... 'Oz n James are glorifying getting drunk'... blah, blah, blah! By a Mr J. Clarkson from Chipping Norton? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2009 23:02:21 GMT
I dislike that person immensely! I've never been very drunk and I quite enjoy watching James when he's a bit pissed. I think it's making out that all people are imbeciles and will copy what they do. All I see are two men having a jaunt around Britain sampling the nations top alcoholic drinks. They also get very giggly  |
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Post by (Ali) on Jan 15, 2009 23:21:10 GMT
Every good travel show has the host(s) getting drunk. Anthony Bourdain, Michael Palin, Oz and James, etc. Psh.
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Post by Liz on Jan 15, 2009 23:22:24 GMT
The thing for me is... they don't advocate getting disgustingly drunk, it's all tongue-in-cheek, and encouraging people to drink, relax, and enjoy what they're drinking, NOT just drinking to get p*ssed?!
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Post by lily1895 on Jan 16, 2009 15:06:34 GMT
If somebody is going to complain why don't they complain about those stupid beer adverts where everyone is guzzling and planning un-protected sexual activity with total strangers?
I love the Anthony Bourdain series and how they always show when he's hung over or has food poisoning. It's part of the experience he goes through.
As for James & Oz. It's a show about Alcholoic Beverages for crying out loud! They will be a bit "cheerful". That is expected. As long as they're not mugging old ladies or having a wee in somebody's open car window, let them be!
Stamps foot in huffy manor at people who will complain about anything on telly and ignore their neighbor being mugged on their doorstep.
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Post by maureen on Jan 16, 2009 15:44:36 GMT
I totally agree with Lily and MG. People who like making mountains out of molehills and whinging need to get a life.  |
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Post by jacqui on Jan 16, 2009 16:02:24 GMT
Agree totally - they know where their "off" button is, I swear they just watch so they can moan afterwards - get a life people |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2009 16:28:02 GMT
I think we've sorted out this person |
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Post by TheDaisy on Jan 16, 2009 16:28:56 GMT
I think we've sorted out this person Some people need it ;D |
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Post by nobody on Jan 16, 2009 22:44:54 GMT
Does anyone have a copy of the letter in the times that they can scan so i can see what the person has said.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2009 22:46:56 GMT
Ermmmm I'm sure someone knows where it is. If not I'm sure I can find it Screen caps up over the weekend |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2009 22:56:15 GMT
'I followed the two previous series of the Oz Clarke/James May wine adventures and, although I admire Oz for trying to educate viewers about drinking better-quality produce, I've become concerned that the programme is pandering to those who drink to get drunk.
The RT feature invited us 'to join Oz and James for a drink - or three' and Oz said, 'True to form, James May got marvellously, heroically drunk', while the preview from' the Top Gear presenter gets sloshed at every opportunity'.
At a time when we're being urged to drink more sensibly, I don't wish to see more examples of James and/or Oz drunk'
Right Mr Bowtell of Hampshire, they were responsible, yes they were two men who got a bit drunk and no they were not advocating for people getting so drunk they can't see straight and pass out in the gutter in their own vomit. That extremely frightens me.
Drinking to get a bit drunk/giggly to enjoy yourself is allowed! They aren't hurting anyone nor are they getting violent with anyone.
They were never seen drinking and driving either before you have a go at them.
*sigh* Rant over ;D
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Post by (Ali) on Jan 17, 2009 0:20:20 GMT
My book came today. It's quite lovely. Need to give it a more in-depth read later since all I wanted to see was the pictures first  |
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Just had a quick glance and it looks very good 
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