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#201
Embedded video is there and working ok for me here also. :-\

Unless problems have been resolved since that is.

Martin
#202
Curry Videos / Re: CBM Little India Part 1
April 13, 2012, 04:13 PM
Video is still there and working for me. :-\

Martin

Edit - using Opera.
#203
Lets Talk Curry / Lidl Paneer
April 11, 2012, 04:39 PM
Haven't seen them sell it before, but Lidl have 'Savera Traditional Paneer Cheese' on sale in their 'Taste of Asia' from tomorrow.

Don't eat it myself, so not sure of the quality or VFM, but thought I'd post a heads up.

Gotta be cheaper and less hassle than making it yourself I'd imagine. ;)




Salaam Basmati Rice 5kg - ?4.99 too.

Martin
#204
Curry Videos / Re: CBM Little India Part 1
April 09, 2012, 04:08 PM
Nice one, as always, Mick. 8)

Look forward to the follow ups.

Martin
#205
Sorry can't help either, but they work for me on Opera and IE8. :-\
#207
Ok thanks guys.

Like I said, personally hadn't come across it's use so far.
Just re-checked all the kebab recipes I have, and none use it, so probably because it's only available in the large jars.

Thanks
Martin
#208
Just out of interest, what is the kebab paste going to be used for? (and don't just say kebabs  ;))

Only asking because I can't recall seeing it being used in any recipes on here. :-\

Martin
#209
Hi Colette

Glad to have been some help. :)

Another thing you can do is loosely cover your pot/tray with some clear plastic as this helps keeps the moisture in.

I found the surface (where the seeds pretty much are) dried quite quickly otherwise in my airing cupboard.

Make sure they aren't too wet though. ;)

Martin
#210
Hi Terramamba

First off I'm no expert, as I'm new to this chilli growing lark myself, but I have read up quite a bit on the net.
Not sure what type of Naga you have, but it seems most of the very hot chillis require similar care like this below.

'The Bhut Jolokia are extremely hard to grow and therefore not for the novice.
We want you to succeed, therefore please read how to get the best from your seeds very carefully and closely follow the cultivation advice.

Bhut Jolokia requires constant soil temperatures of between 75?F and 90?F for proper germination, optimally 80-85F. In the UK it is best to supply bottom heat with the aid of a propagation mat or propagator. The seed is unlikely to germinate without additional help in an average UK central heated house.
Soil based compost is best and should be fine and free-draining.  It must be kept moderately moist, but never being allowed to completely dry out and never allowed to become soggy. If excess moisture is provided the embryo in the seed will rot and they will not germinate.
The Bhut Jolokia can take between 20-35 days to germinate depending on the temperature provided, patience is required.   They also require a very long growing period, up to 160 days for full maturity
Sow from Feb onwards in the UK indoors with heat provided and lightly cover with vermiculite if possible to 1/4in depth.
Beware starting too early as the plants require good light levels as seedlings may become leggy.
The seed does not require light during germination; however, once the seeds have germinated you need to provide adequate light for the seedlings.  A bright draft free south facing windowsill will suffice to maintain healthy growth.
Beware over-caring for young seedlings and over-watering.  Allow the soil surface to dry and remove any excess water from trays to ensure roots do not rot.
If intending to move to a cooler conservatory or greenhouses in early summer gradually acclimatise the plants both to the higher light levels and temperatures.
Please note this variety is not suited to outdoor cultivation in the UK at any stage and will not appreciate unheated glasshouses in early spring until the weather warms.'



Yours may still germinate, so I personally would stick them in the airing cupboard (that's what I did with all mine) until they start to germinate, and then straight away put them onto the windowsill.

Hope that is some help.

Martin