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Post by Crazy Horse on Apr 16, 2013 19:51:53 GMT 1
MARMITE.
Well, we have started and commented upon the fish and chip thread, the bacon sandwich thread, now we have the MARMITE thread!
Do you love it? Hate it?
I await your comments, (plus my tuppence worth as always).........
Over to you chaps................. ;D
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Post by iandhunt on Apr 16, 2013 20:50:21 GMT 1
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hounddog
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Post by hounddog on Apr 16, 2013 21:05:56 GMT 1
Absolutely loathe the stuff.
IH
It looks like something you would waterproof your hiking boots with and tastes like the ashes left after you set fire to them.
Its a byproduct of the brewing industry, a yeast extract.
Tastes like medicine.
Yuk.
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Post by iandhunt on Apr 16, 2013 21:17:53 GMT 1
Ok.....guess hounddog cleared that up for me right away! Lmao!
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Post by renard80 on Apr 16, 2013 22:55:32 GMT 1
Listen, get a jar of Marmite sent out to Alaska. Once it has thawed ( ;D), make some hot, buttered toast. Then spread Marmite very thinly (that is the secret, too much is yuck, which is where many people go wrong and so hate it). Lovely! Cheese can be added for variety. Pay no heed to those who decry Marmite. They are Phillistines, with no taste (no pun intended). Marmite has been around for about 100 years, which shows its popularity among we more discerning epicures. It is packed with valuable vitamins (although too much salt by modern standards). It even has its own website: www.marmiteshop.co.uk/ . . . a fascinating Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Marmite. . . or you can read more on Wiki: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MarmiteLike the man said: Don't knock it 'til you've tried it.  |
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Post by renard80 on Apr 16, 2013 23:06:31 GMT 1
To UK people: Do they still make Marmite flavoured Twiglets? Yummy!
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Post by renard80 on Apr 16, 2013 23:10:00 GMT 1
And finally from me:
Crazy Horse, will you PLEASE stop diverting me from doing more important things?
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Post by Dillzio on Apr 17, 2013 5:03:47 GMT 1
As far as I'm concerned Marmite is only good for two things:
1) a beef stock substitute for cooking
2) shark repellent
I love my vegemite on buttered toast but nothing will ever compare to it.
I do use Marmite in cooking as a stock but that's the only form I'd ever allow to it pass my lips in.
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Post by iandhunt on Apr 17, 2013 7:39:51 GMT 1
Ordering marmite....and Vegemite.........this I gotta try!
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Post by iandhunt on Apr 17, 2013 7:40:54 GMT 1
200g squeezy.....check!
150g Vegemite also.........
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Post by Crazy Horse on Apr 17, 2013 14:55:51 GMT 1
It started with one word and four sentences and wow what a response! Right let's take these in the order posted..... Ian, Yes, you are right, I do need to get out and fly, but I have a crocked hand, op soon, then plaster, then physio, all together now.... aaaaah.  Hounddog, "It looks like something you would waterproof your hiking boots with and tastes like the ashes left after you set fire to them." Could you enlighten us all as to when you last did this please?  Renard80, 1) Could not have put it better myself, spiffing post. 2) What is more important than discussing Marmite on an RC Super Cub forum? I wonder if they might sponsor me when I fly again? Dillzio, Please don't use it as shark repellent, they are reported to love the stuff, especially when liberally spread on human bait. The SCC needs you intact. Vegemite, oh, I am sorry, that is just a poor substitute for the real thing, as is the "our mate" version and the one made in NZ. (Production of which is back to normal after the marmageddon episode). Marmite, often copied, never equalled. Ian, One can only obtain the original and genuine from Angleterre, the others are below par copies. I use the word Angleterre, as Marmite is a French word for the dish on the front of the label. Please see below. I bet you would love it.   The above are pictures of my own personal supply, kept in a secure area. And Ian, as for the "squeezy" containers, no, they just will not do old chap. Marmite has to be purchased in a glass container, shaped as above. BTW did you know there is a Marmite sculpture in honour of this superb foodstuff? Myself, the pure joy and ecstasy encountered when opening the jar also adds to the whole Marmite experience. The scent, filling one's nostrils with delights bordering on the intoxicating. Then, dipping the knife into that dark, tantalising, sensuous, viscous, magnificent spread. Spread it thinly, watching the Marmite melt into the buttered toast. Then, that first bite! Superb, a delight for all the senses. (That's if I had any sense). ;D |
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Post by iandhunt on Apr 17, 2013 16:57:48 GMT 1
Well, they will have to do.....I ordered from a shop in London. $18 USD to Alaska. The Vegemite is coming from Australia.... I think that was $15 USD. This could have been an ESC or two landing gear sets guys....my American palate is branching out across both ponds. When it arrives and thaws out I will post a video reaction and a NON biased verdict.
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Post by Crazy Horse on Apr 17, 2013 17:36:40 GMT 1
Ah, Ian, Marmite from London. a wise and probably carefully considered move on your part as long as it is the genuine article, (reliable source and all that malarkey) and at a seriously good price considering the postage involved. I was going to offer my services as a shopper and postman, but I can't get near the price, when supplied in the correct glass containers. Now, I know from your previous posts regarding your culinary expertise that you have a discerning palate as do Lady CH and myself. (Smug mode entered). However, I implore you to reconsider the video footage of your reaction when tasting vegemite, it may require getting past the board of film censors and an X certificate. No worries with the real English Marmite though, unless of course you are transported into ecstasies of delight (which you will be) just like Meg Ryan in "When Harry met Sally". Rather reminds me of Lady CH yesterday. ;D When we had breakfast of course. As for a NON biased verdict, please read reply #10.  |
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Post by bpj1980 on Apr 18, 2013 13:34:59 GMT 1
VEGEMITE! Grown up on the stuff... love it.
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Post by toff on Apr 20, 2013 22:32:34 GMT 1
Ahhh....Marmite! Absolutely love it...meaty and salty all at the same time.
Also slightly weird, as my missus ( and mother in law)are both aussies, and both love veggie and promite), which I personally find disgusting, even though they are pretty much the same thing!
Whilst on this subject: BOVRIL: Bluurgh....Vomit...blurrghhhh....why? Regurgitated faeces in a drink! WHY???
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