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BALEARIC BANTER By Johnny Mahonny
(The Barnsley Marinero)
Greetings from Menorca. This is my first (and, if I don’t pass muster, quite possibly my last) contribution to Mr B’s esteemed organ. I open with an appeal to all ex-pats living on the Costa Blanca: living among you is a scoundrel, a cad, a scallywag. He’s a Yorkshireman (like myself), his name is Pete, he has curly hair, an
Writing this whilst sitting on the patio outside my tent here on the northeast coast of Menorca on Sunday April 26th, I note that next Friday, May 1st, is the official start of our is tourist season. ‘Going Live’, they call it in the trade, which
sion a formality. His crime? In 2003 the bounder borrowed a fiver off me at Ascot races and never paid it back. He moved to Spain in 2007, obviously in a determined effort not to pay his debt.
get their booking details and asking what to do next. They all holiday of job the enjoy to on go and through it of course, rep. Having been involved in tourism for the past nine years rkI’m constantly amazed at the number of talented, hardwo I ing youngsters turning up every season. It’s a hard job, and luck. of wish them all the best
infectious laugh and a peculiar gait which makes his legs look as if they can’t decide in which direction they should proceed. I even know where he lives: at the top of a hill near Nerja. There should be enough clues to make his apprehen-
; I don’t expect you folks to put yourselves out for nothing the for reward there is a financial incentive. I offer a 20% pay recovery of my dosh. When captured, the culprit will likely
in euros and at the present rate of exchange that will come reto 6.50 so the finder will be able to deduct 1.30 as his/her frogrand le to ed ward. The remaining 5.20 should be forward Alicant. mage, Mr D Bull at The Penthouse, Bullseye Towers,
exAlternatively leave it with Horrocks, the doorman at Mr B’s the by down you’re if Or, Glitz. The clusive gentlemen’s club, MV marina just pass it to Nelson, the captain of his superyacht Mr back. Moolah. It’s the one with a helicopter hanging off the with B will then transfer the money to my bank account along a Haciend the from anyone If article.( the generous fee for this ) Honest. is reading this, the last bit was just a joke. I expect there will also be a note winging its way to my
buzon shortly inviting myself and Mrs Mahonny to the Costa Blanca for a grand tour of the gaffer’s sprawling empire which, I understand, stretches in both directions as far as the eye can see. I imagine a private jet will collect us from Mahon be airport, whisking us in luxury to the Costa, where we will the by ng cap-doffi and salutes with ushered through Arrivals local officials to our stretch limo, thence to Bullseye Towers for a lavish reception attended by all the local bigwigs and, of course, the biggest wig of all, Mr Dave Bull, entrepreneur extraordinaire. Looking forward to it, Dave.
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be the day that the tour operators get their first arrivals. I’ll over there next Friday morning as daughter No.2 is coming ly for the weekend so I’ll see all the new reps standing nervous a bought they’d wishing leaves, like outside Arrivals, shaking pack of Tena Lady extra absorbent (boys included) and hoping against hope that no-one actually approaches them waving
Hymie: We’ve been friends a long time now, haven’t we Morry?
Morry: We have, Hymie. You’re my best friend in the world. H: So if you had two houses and I was homeless, you’d give me one of your houses, wouldn’t you? M: Of course I would. You’re my best friend in the whole world.
give H: And if you had two cars and my car broke down, you’d me one of your cars, wouldn’t you? M: Sure I would. You’re the best friend a man could have. H: So if you had two chickens... M: Hold it right there! You KNOW I’ve got two chickens! A street entertainer complained to Barnsley Town Council ing, that no matter what he did, playing the trumpet, fire-eat the from e respons any get tightrope walking etc he couldn’t a public. The council wrote back: ‘What do you want, a round of applause?’. with Well, that’s all for now. If retained, I’ll be back next time thi. si Al re, more scribblings. Adios or, as they say in Yorkshi Johnny Mahonny (The Barnsley Marinero)
Praise indeed from one of our readers From Tony in Quesada...
Well, what a surprise, I booked a table for my wife, a friend and myself at Laurel and Hardy’s Qusesada and to be honest I expected the usual fair service, reasonable food, at a low price that I find in this area, and I have no complaints about this, it saves my wife from cooking, and me from washing up, and compared to where we live (France) we regard it as good value for money. Anyway to the point, on our arrival we were met at the door by the proprietors who then showed us to a seating area with very comfortable seating and exchanged pleasantries with us, within a couple of minute’s a waitress came and asked us if we wanted any drinks, we settled for a bottle of house red. By now I had a good look round, the place was divided into 3 areas one was the seating area with a good size bar, off this, was a very large outside area with seating and tables and chairs, with a very nice view of the hills, it would be good in the summer and really good at sunset. Then the restaurant itself. The whole place was spotlessly clean, the waitresses were smart well dressed, and very attentive and pleasant. After we had consumed a glass of wine each, we all agreed that for house wine it was very good and ordered another one to be open and placed on our table, and at this point we were presented with menus, with a very good selection to choose from, we did, place our order with the waitress, who told us it would be about 10 minutes before it was ready, so another half glass of wine and we were then escorted to our table, our starters appeared as soon as we were settled. When we had finished our plates were cleared and our main course was served on hot plates (the French don’t do this) and then our deserts and coffee in the same efficient way, every course we were asked if everything was to our likening. At this point I could write another page about the quality of the food, I am not going to! Go try it for yourself, take my word for it you will not be disappointed.
To sum up for me, eating out is a mixture of: The Fabric and quality of the restaurant. The cleanliness of the equipment and staff. The quality of the food and wine, in relation to the cost. And lastly the service and atmosphere of the place. For me they have got all the above absolutely right, we have booked again for Sunday lunch and we will be going again before we head back home to France. The only thing I would say to the owners open a branch in France near us I know you would do very well.
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I recently visited Laurel & Hardy for their set Sunday Lunch menu and experienced the most delightful fine dining experience! The greeting upon arrival was faultless with the cheerful experienced staff welcoming me and offering me the opportunity of a pre-dinner drink on the beautiful terrace with, I must say, extremely comfortable seating I selected my starter and main meal whilst enjoying my drink. Onwards then to the dining room, tastefully decorated and equally comfortable. The choice on the menu was more than sufficient with various starters, several roast meat options and then the delicious sweets so amazingly presented you could not refuse! I was delighted that my dinner plate was HOT, the vegetables cooked to perfection, accoutrements for the meal were presented without having to ask, everything was spotlessly clean and the staff, without rushing you, were smartly dressed, efficient, cheery and most helpful. The entire meal was scrumptious and I have to mention, served on the most unusual but nontheless, beautiful white china. Without doubt, I be be returning for another dining delight. From Nicky King
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OUR PETS YOUR PETS in association with: (ASPETGA)
The Pet Owners Association of Santa Pola and Gran Alacant (ASPETGA) is pleased to report that the Gran Alacant Dog Park is nearly complete and open to the public. As of this writing, the ramps, tunnels and other features of the obstacle course have been installed in the agility zone. Benches and bins have been installed throughout the park. The area has been fenced and there is a double door gate for security. All that is missing are the lamp posts and the water fountain.
The end of construction of the park will be done at the same time as the Parque de la Cruz in Santa Pola since they are part of the same project funded by the Diputacion de Alicante (provincial government.) ASPETGA and local dog owners are counting the days until the park opens, not weeks.
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You don’t need to have a dog to participate! The Santa Pola Dog Beach has cat and rabbit supporters too. Nor do you need to be from Gran Alacant or Santa Pola or even the Costa Blanca. Messages from abroad or other parts of Spain are much appreciated. And if you are
not local and would choose to holiday in Santa Pola because of the dog beach please say so! The necessary approvals for the dog beach are in place but this push could help this dream become a reality that much sooner.
The current plan is to celebrate the new park with a party in mid-May. Please check ASPETGA’s website and Facebook page for updates. ASPETGA has launched a fun campaign to demonstrate public support for the creation of a dog beach in Santa Pola. They are seeking photos from supporters
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the mind. As a Clairvoyant Medium, one of
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• Put some relaxing music on (low) • Light a couple of candles, aromatherapy
It’s now time to come back to the present time so visualise yourself blowing out the
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and wriggle your fingers and toes. When you are ready, open your eyes. Know that you can practice this visualisation technique as many times as you wish and as you get more advanced in meditation you will enjoy your own inward journeys of self-discovery through visualisation.
VISUALISATION TECHNIQUE I want you to imagine a white scented candle and a box of matches sitting on a table in front of you. Take a match out of the box and light the candle. Take your time – there is no rush in meditation. Once lit, the flame of the candle gets higher and higher, and as it dances and expands, I want you to hold that image in your mind’s eye. You are beginning to feel so peaceful and relaxed. As you focus on the flame
It is a good idea to write down your meditations in a journal including how you felt, what/who you saw, as well as what you sensed, smelled etc. As you look back through your journal you will see how you have gone deeper within your meditations and how you have grown through practice and experience. Do not worry if you feel you don’t get much to start with. Please, whatever you do, don’t give up! Meditating is a wonderful and breathtaking experience. As with everything else, the more you practice, the more rewarding it will be. Just let your mind become free, and open, and more than anything, trust and believe.....
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