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Stroud Green Fruit & Veg

ashman — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:00:52 -0500

Hi everyone,

i thought i would start a new thread for the shop as people are always asking for things and inboxing me.

I must say thanks again to everyone uses the shop, especially my regular customers.

If anyone does need anything or has any questions please post on here and i will reply asap.

As for chris who came in this morning, we actually have monkey nuts (peanuts) in the shop. Sorry about the confusion.

And those who are after rhubarb, i will have some in the next couple days. It is in fact forced rhubarb this time of year. Outdoor rhubarb should be availble april.

Ash

Virgin Broadband randomness

Papa L — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:35:46 -0500

I know there are other Virgin threads but thought I'd start this new one, as this is a specific question.

Since moving home in summer and having a new Virgin account set up, we get random outages every so often.

What happens is quite specific. Internet suddenly loses connection - occasionally notice tv picture goes dodgy at the same time if it's on.

The wireless network shows up in the bottom right corner of the PC as full strength and connected.

Trying to connect by iphone, it also says it is connected

But both the PC and the iphone are not actually connected and you can't use the internet.

So it is definitely the network not the computer (my internet radio also can't connect, so I've got three devices all proving this)

Sometimes I can cure this, by turning off the wireless router at the plug and the back of the box, sometimes - like last night and this morning - that doesn't work.

Two questions (Virgin are not much help)

1) is this same problem happening to anyone else round here?
2) for those more technical than myself - any thoughts on what causes this and how to sort this?

Cheap eats In London

philHill — Thu, 17 May 2012 06:48:28 -0400

Hi,

my map maybe of interest to you, Olympic Games visitors or more usual times.

Any suggestions welcome for Stroud Green or other London locations.

I live in Warltersville Road N19 and the map is not sponsored.

Google Map

http://g.co/maps/t6dgq

http://bit.ly/Hu3ToS

http://t.co/hMBezEX3

philHill

Thai Food Delivery

odd stewart — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:27:43 -0400

The missus and I want a thai meal tonight at home, but we don't have any recommendations for a decent restaurant.

Needs to deliver - shame Cats doesn't.

Any ideas anyone?

Manchester United Crying Kid

Detritus — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 21:18:26 -0400

To the kid who was crying his eyes out on Tollington Park after Manchester United were beaten 1 - 6 by Manchester City.

I have a few things to say to you.

You were about 18, tears and snot are not a good look.
You sound like you come from London, so why support Man U?
And this is most important.

YOU FUCKING LOST lol I have not laughed as much in years, and seeing your tear stained snotty face put a bigger smile on my face than I thought it was possible to have. So thanks for making my day even better.

Il Piccolo Diavolo

Mothersuperior — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:09:14 -0500

Just wanted to make a note about this new place. If you are local to the area (like me!) then it's well worth popping in and trying this cafe/restaurant like we did. We had great pizza and the staff were so friendly. Another thing was it was a good place to remember to take the kids: food is the kind they would like too and the place feels welcoming to families which I can't say about everywhere!

New Market N8

philHill — Thu, 17 May 2012 07:49:48 -0400

Hi,

June 24 Sundays onward, there will be a new North London Market.

http://harringaymarket.com/

organised by :-

http://www.foxycooks.co.uk/tag/harringay/

Development of John Jones Site

Kate Jones — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:36:02 -0500

We are working with a developer called Spiritbond - come along to John Jones between 5-8pm on the 15th to find out more about the plans for the site.

http://www.johnjones.co.uk/john-jones-news/john-jones-redevelopment-.aspx

Really need: An internal firecheck door

Mary15 — Thu, 17 May 2012 04:42:41 -0400

Hello all

I am in the process of exchanging my Council property for another and need to replace the kitchen firedoor that I removed. Any chance that anyone out there has a spare one that they do not need...? (happy to pay for it). I did have the original one in my shed for several years but gave it away because at the time I had no intention of moving.

Fingers crossed!

07873 410130

Last porchetta v pappegone

SkiJumpNose — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:46:55 -0400

Porchetta staff handing out leaflets right outside pappegone... Looks like battle lines have been drawn (don't think pappegone have much to worry about though)

New Development Stroud Green Road

Vista — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 12:43:20 -0500

I have just joined this website and note that last summer questions were being asked as to what was being built on the site of the old cinema fronting John Jones Art Framers.

I am the developer and will be building a mix of luxury one bed and two bed apartments http://www.s-and-oproperties.co.uk (Flash enablement will be necessary to view the images) Completion is due September 2009

The ground floor and basement area are for restaurant and retail units which will shortly be marketed. The final mix will depend on prevailing market conditions and interest.

We are hoping this will greatly enhance the station end of Stroud Green Road

Peter Phillips
S and O Properties

Getting healthy..?

sleepyjo — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 18:15:42 -0400

Hi, sitting in the sun drinking wine and thinking about getting healthy.. Does any one know of a good place to do yoga nr SGR?...obviously not now, I think my coordination might be a bit off at the mo!

Mind the Map

Ali — Thu, 17 May 2012 08:13:33 -0400

Mind the Map will be accompanied by an extensive public events programme and a book.

Mind the Map: inspiring art, design and cartography, which opens on 18 May at the London Transport Museum, will draw on the Museum’s outstanding map collection to explore the themes of journeys, identity and publicity. The exhibition will be the largest of its kind and will include previously unseen historic material and exciting new artworks by leading artists including Simon Patterson, Stephen Walter, Susan Stockwell, Jeremy Wood, Claire Brewster and Agnes Poitevin-Navarre.

http://www.ltmuseum.co.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/upcoming-exhibitions

The displays will explore geographical, diagrammatic and decorative transport maps, as well as the influence of the iconic London Tube map on cartography, art and the public imagination.

Wine forum for Jack's

Ludotolive — Thu, 17 May 2012 06:21:13 -0400

Hi guys,
I was in Jack's on Sunday night looking for the best wine to have with some roast Lamb. I had done some research before I went in and asked for a #Rioja. He gave me a 2010 mid range which was great - mid range - not too much tanine - some wine drinking connasiours highly approved... Thought that it'd be great to use this forum to write about good wines we've bought from Jack's and to help keep his business up ... he's going to update it too with new stock etc.

Coffee Grounds for the Garden at Vagabonds

Ludotolive — Tue, 15 May 2012 03:27:11 -0400

Hi everyone, I am in the process of setting up a network on London Coffee shops giving their grounds away for fertilizer in associations with groundtoground.org

Groundtoground.org has loads of information on how to use the ground coffee beans so go take a look and start collecting.

The guys at Vagabond are thinking about putting a bin out on the street for people to scoop it up - maybe once a week, or perhaps small packs everyday if there's the demand.

Feedback and let them or me know.

They'll be on the groundtoground London map very soon.

Deborah

Milk Delivery

Derek — Wed, 16 May 2012 05:45:07 -0400

Is anyone getting milk delivered in the area?

Is it possible?

Any idea how to organise it?

Thanks

Derek

pottery

gardener-joe — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:13:17 -0400

I noticed just the oher day that a potter has set up in the former stables at 1 Japan Crescent: http://www.romillygrahamceramics.com

Whats not to love about Stroud Green Primary School?!

LouT — Tue, 01 May 2012 12:07:28 -0400

Our son is due to start at Stroud Green this September. We're really looking forwards to him starting as think he'll be ready for new challenges. As a newbie - I wonder if anyone can tell me the good points and the things to watch out for at this school. My son and I went round the school this year and it looked like a fun place to be and the head was very honest which I appreciated. I really like the ability for the reception class to be able to run outside freely - freeflow I think it's called which is essential for a son who cannot sit still. Anyway what are your experiences of the school?

Louise

What is Stroud Green pre school like?

Alana — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:42:28 -0400

My child goes to Rainbow nursery and loves it, but I have not heard good things about the pre school. Can anyone give me a first hand opinion? Thanks!

N4 Gas

Fordy — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:39:27 -0400

After 4 weeks and 2K spent with a couple of silver talking cowboy plumbers from ratedpeople.com my radiators still emitted zero heat and all I got was excuses, blags and talk of more expensive work about boiler parts, sunken blocked pipework etc.

Then along came N4 Gas, via this forum. I think his name was David. Within 35 mins the system was rebalanced and radiators red hot.

So far, he hasnt even sent an invoice!. Completely reinstated my faith in honest, knowledgeble british tradesman. Just a shame I didnt find him/them earlier.

Highy recommend!

The Stapleton Tavern

odd stewart — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 14:11:08 -0500

I did do a search for a thread about it specifically, but couldn't see one. Apologies if there is one already.

I know it's not a new pub for those who've been on here a while but I think it's great, and much improved. They have some really nice ales on at the moment (try inferno) and it's a good place for watching football without being too lary.

The food is nice, and the staff are too. Definitely my favourite local at the moment.

I don't work there by the way!

Any Good Lash Extension Salons?

Aoife — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:07:44 -0400

Looking to get some full lash extensions done locally - any tips?

Design project - help please!

Jessie — Wed, 09 May 2012 06:49:55 -0400

Hello! I'm doing a design project about community and I thought it made sense to start with my own! I'm doing a bit of research and it would be great if anyone with a spare minute could answer a few questions:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NGCR56D

I love living in Stroud Green, but doing this project has made me realise how little I actually know about community projects. I think I'll be spending a lot more time on this forum from now on!

Jessie

Jenny's Beauty Salon on Tollington Park - any good?

Rebecca B — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:26:09 -0400

Hi,
I was thinking of trying out Jenny's beauty salon on Tollington Park for a manicure. Has anyone on here been before? Is it any good? I also can't find a price list on the web and wondered how expensive it is?

Family run cleaning business

Jenni — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:31:15 -0400

PLease can you help me. I want to placce an ad - but can't find out to Many thanks .

Somewhere to play drums!

March — Mon, 07 May 2012 12:34:55 -0400

Hello,

I am a professional drummer and live in the area and love it very much - that's how I found out about Stroudgreen.org!

At the moment I am desperately looking for a space were I could practice and leave my drums.

It needs to be secure and of course I would need to be able to play without disturbing anyone. (Any kind of basement would probably be the perfect place.)

Please do not hesitate to get in contact, I would be very happy to come around to take a look and have a chat any time.

Thank you.

Whats your Earworm?

Detritus — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:02:19 -0500

I am curious as to the Stroud Green earworms. 6 music are asking for your earworm

The term earworm originally comes from a translation of the German word 'Ohrwurm'. It refers to the experience of having a tune or a part of a tune stuck in your head. Often a person experiencing an earworm has no idea why a tune has popped into their head and has little control over how long it continues.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/shaun-keaveny/form/earworms/

top celeb spot

andy — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 21:56:14 -0400

in the Noble. Simon Pegg...

...wearing a hat

Massage Therapist - Have Car Will Travel

Ludotolive — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:06:28 -0400

Dear All,
I am a practicing massage therapist - working with a range of clients since 2005. Here is my profile on Wahanda. I can work with both the muscle systems and energy systems in the body. I have experience of working with children, children with disablities and the elderly.

http://www.wahanda.com/pro/deborahfrothenberg/details/

If anyone is interested in a home-visit and then please contact me via stroudgreen.org to arrange a telephone chat.
I can provide references.

Deborah

Mayoral elections

andy — Tue, 01 May 2012 04:15:00 -0400

Two days before the election and no threads on this subject at all. Pretty fair to say this hasn't inspired anyone.

I'm thinking that Siobhan Benita, as a non-insane protest vote (ie not fascist, racist, communist) might do better than expected, especially with a pretty weak Green candidate and the Lib Dems not doing too well either.

New Costa?

vetski — Thu, 03 May 2012 04:35:31 -0400

Apparently the empty shop on the corner of Woodstock & SGR is going to become a Costa (according to the guys in Budget Supermarket next door).

Refuse Collection in Haringry

gardener-joe — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:06:17 -0500

I just received this notice, below, from the local LibDems ... it might be of interedt to most here?

"Haringey Council plans to change the way our rubbish is collected. The council want to only collect non-recyclable rubbish once a fortnight. They plan to start doing this in Muswell Hill ward next year. The good part is that recyclable rubbish will still be collected weekly. And if you happen to live in a block of flats or above a shop non-recyclables will still be collected weekly. All other residents will have to make do with fortnightly collection. Some smelly items like bones, nappies and pet litter can’t be recycled – so will only be collected every other week with the rest of the ‘black bag’ waste. The Labour Council hasn’t consulted residents about this plan – so the Lib Dems are. We’ve already had over 600 responses to our survey. But we want more people to have their say – so we are now launching an online version of the survey. Haringey Liberal Democrats have always been at the forefront of the fight to improve recycling facilities in the borough. But we don’t think cutting back on non-recycled waste collection will work in an area like Haringey. To take part in the survey, please visit our website

http://haringeylibdems.mycouncillor.org.uk/survey/

and follow the simple on-screen instructions. Please make sure you have your say about this important issue. With best wishes, Lynne Featherstone MP Liberal Democrat MP for Hornsey & Wood Green"

Singing Lessons Tollington Area http://youtu.be/HpFaB2do5WM

Herbie — Mon, 14 May 2012 08:21:30 -0400

Singing Lessons. Tollington area with Frances M Lynch. For beginners or advanced, Voice Training, Public Speaking or Speak with Confidence. Call Frances 07831 238 743 See this short clip http://youtu.be/HpFaB2do5WM

Season Kitchen and Dining Room

tosscat — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:23:04 -0400

Opening on Thursday where Los Guaduales used to be.

Chap seemed a bit grumpy, but I think we interrupted their prep.

Garage to let?

skev303 — Fri, 11 May 2012 05:04:19 -0400

Hi all, does anyone have a garage or lockup they are looking to let in the SG area? Ideally close to Crouch Hill...thanks!

Good Driving Instructor Needed - recommendations?

susierypayne — Sun, 13 May 2012 08:24:45 -0400

Hi, after failing his test a good 10 years ago, my boyfriend wants to have another at getting some lessons, can anyone recommend a good local instructor or company? Also what's the going rate for hourly lessons nowadays (he is going to buy in bulk)? I've seen quite a few diamond cars around but don't want anything like Bsm or aa etc

Any advice much appreciated :)

Reference

Marquis — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 06:13:33 -0400

I first wanted to add this nice overview of logical fallacies to another thread but then chose not to bump it. I recognised everything on it and thought it may print off nicely as reference for further heated on- (and off-)line discussions.

Portuguese/Mozambican restaurant

Arkady — Thu, 10 May 2012 08:44:25 -0400

Right, you people are clever, can you help me out?

There is a constant simmering source of tension in my relationship with my delightful girlfriend. Specifically, she loves Nandos but I refuse to go to chain restaurants.

Anybody know if there are independent restaurants serving a similar cusine? I know that Nandos emerged from the Portuguese-Mozambican comunity (via south Africa), but the key dish is the chicken/piri-piri combination...

Ged Hogan and the guys at Green Earth

JodieR — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:18:01 -0400

Just had a really good experience with a local gardener which I wanted to share... His names Ged Hogan and he and his team (get the impression they're all old pals) just did a total makeover on my back garden and it looks fantastic.

Felt like I was taking a bit of a chance initially because I just got them off the internet (mentioned here on a very old discussion board) but they proved to be knowledgeable, considerate, very reasonably priced compared to other quotes I had and got on with the job without fuss. They laid a new patio, re-did the beds and put down a lawn so really a total transformation. I was particularly struck by the care they took over the drainage of the patio which was technically tricky to get right without compromising the appearance (it was on a slope and I wanted it flatter) and the pride they took in the job overall. For example, in the weeks following they've dropped round several times to check how the lawn is doing and offer advice on planting etc. Don't think many other gardeners would have done that - real professionals. I'm dead chuffed!

Book group Thurs 21st June, 7.30pm: Good Morning, Midnight by Jean Rhys

sophie — Thu, 10 May 2012 17:13:32 -0400

The next book group book will be the small but apparently perfectly formed 'Good Morning, Midnight' by Jean Rhys.

Copies are available in six Islington libraries. Make sure you get this one, not the Dalziel and Pascoe crimmy of the same name.

We shall meet in the Old Dairy. This book is only 159 pages long!

Neighbourhoods Connect

daveclements — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:40:29 -0400

Neighbourhoods Connect is a volunteer-led social media project that aims to ensure all of Haringey's residents are able to live more independent lives in the community. We're looking for interested residents, especially those interested in volunteering or just connecting with their neighbours in Haringey; and we're also keen to link up with social media types in Stroud Green and neighbourhood microsites like this one. We also run a Learn and Help, Internet and Social Networking drop-in. This happens on Wednesdays from 1-4pm at the Winkfield Centre in Wood Green. You can find out more at www.haringey.gov.uk/nc or by contacting me on 07976 457380 or david.clements@haringey.gov.uk. You can also follow us on Twitter @haringeync

Pigeon Post Office

tomp — Wed, 09 May 2012 14:51:18 -0400

I've kind of had enough of looking at the Stroud Green Road Post Office. The whole frontage is encrusted in pigeon shit with a decrepit, mouldy awning hanging over it all. Even on a that strip of shops with depressing signage, it is by far the worst eyesore. Anyone else agree?

Looking into complaints process whereby Post Office can kick a franchisee's arse to sort themselves out

Book club on Thursday 10th May - "The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories" by Angela Carter

Jenny — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:57:20 -0400

Location: Old Dairy
Date: 10th May
Time: 7pm.

Following on from our enjoyable meeting about the Pickwick Papers, we decided to go for a much shorter choice this time. 'The Bloody Chamber' is a retelling of classic fairy tales from a feminist perspective. We agreed that everyone should read the title story, and any or all of the others as desired.

This book is only 126 pages long!

Frozen Planet - Mark Brandon talk, Tue May 8th

vetski — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:37:10 -0400

Dear SG.orgers, your friendly local WI has arranged for Mark Brandon, polar oceanographer and senior scientific adviser to Frozen Planet (and Haringey resident), to come and give a talk on Tuesday 8th May - we're ever so excited! And we would like to offer some tickets to our friends and supporters here.

Venue: The Hideaway, Ennis Road N4. Doors open 7.15pm for tea & cake; the talk begins at 7.45pm.

Tickets are £5pp (£3pp for under-16s) - if you would like to come, please e-mail stroudgreenwi@yahoo.co.uk and tell us how many tickets you would like. First come, first served!

Season-Foodcycle lunch May 9th

pie eater — Tue, 08 May 2012 07:49:32 -0400

In case anyone is interested:

Foodcycle (of Station House community cafe fame) are doing a surplus food lunch at Season tomorrow from 12.30 - 2.30pm. It's £10 for two courses.

You need to call and book, all the info is on Foodcycle's facebook page.......https://www.facebook.com/foodcycle

Room to rent?

rainbow_carnage — Wed, 09 May 2012 05:40:55 -0400

A friend is moving back to London in mid-June. She's looking for a room to rent, either long term or for a month or two while she finds something else. If you have a spare room, or hear of anything, please let me know. Unfortunately, we don't have the space to put her up.

Sparks

Ali — Wed, 02 May 2012 14:45:48 -0400

up for sale and probably closing down

sad but inevitable I guess

Empire of Dirt

Misscara — Sun, 06 May 2012 13:52:45 -0400

Walked up to Ally Pally this morning, the park is being carved up for this

http://www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/red-bull-empire-of-dirt/

Only £5 for a ticket, might go to it

Waterfall Clifton Terrace

ChangN4N6 — Fri, 04 May 2012 14:41:48 -0400

A 3 day constant leak with a broken drain continues to waste thousands of gallons when there is a drought on. I have phoned Water Board 3 times as has woman who lives in front of it. To me they said it was not serious to merit an emergency crew. And cars are now sloshing pedestrians and it will flow all over the bank holiday. This drain has failed before. Can a local Cllr do something to get them to see sense? Chang

Bicycle for a few days

Stella — Mon, 07 May 2012 07:46:28 -0400

Hi, all

I know it's a bit of a weird request. I have a friend coming to visit me next weekend and we intent to cycle everywhere if possible. I do have a bike, but I can hardly put her on the handlebar/shoulders.

Has someone a spare bike we could use? Doesn't have to be beautiful, only street-save (brakes, lights). It'll sleep in the locked shed and will be treated with respect. Would need it from Sunday to Wednesday.

Cheers,

Stella