Jerry your a star, thanks for the link and although the pro wok kit is relatively dear compared to basic Camping Gas products here in France its really good value.
Am I right in picking up that the gas stove route isn't so good for simmering,say base sauce? Did you ever find out if Gary was able to do so on his gas stove? I am now wondering whether like you I actually want one that can sit safely on top of my ceramic hob or whether I want the outdoor model to gain the extra heat. Certainly as I have posted allready in my Local Take Away back in the Glasgow area the chef blasts the cooking with the gas full up so it catches the contents on fire with flames shooting up into the huge hood above. Clearly I couldn't risk that in my kitchen here. I also like doing Chinese and Thai. Anyway thanks again I really appreciate you taking the time to find the links.
I will have a go at both onion pastes since the Andy one did the business for me although was a hassle to make. It might be a while before I get round to it and getting support from the real boss here for buying a stove will take a few more brownie points. Cheers Panpot