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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-22

sounds ace, chicken cordon bleu was my absolute fav dinner growing up! RT @RedOnionGlasgow breaded chicken fillet stuffed with cheese n ham in reply to RedOnionGlasgow #
5pm Alan is absolutely scandalised by this outrageous development http://bit.ly/djzSSH how do you feel about it? #
have you nominated your favourite restaurants for the Scottish Restaurant Awards yet? http://bit.ly/cxSXsl #
hitting the Edinburgh Festivals at all? check out our super handy map showing 5pm restaurants near Festivals venues http://bit.ly/wkpLC #
check out today's newsletter featuring £15.95 offers in Two Fat Ladies http://bit.ly/aIr6tY (and a little bit of history) #
first on the friday debate agenda at 5pm towers, is it wrong to have a crumpet without toasting/heating it first??? #
okay, it seems pretty unanimous then! must be toasted! incidentally, we all agree, it seems that 5pm Colin's flatmate is the odd one out! #

Aug201015

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-15

RT @ClubNoir If you're in Glasgow -get yourself to George Square. There are pipers there all day. Very emotive and cheering. in reply to ClubNoir #
cute! @loopylornas Oh yum!! A happy little customer feasting on Loopy cake! http://twitpic.com/2d3ui5 in reply to loopylornas #
we miss Mercedes! she looks very happy in her new home though RT @EdinburghZoo "Mercedes Weigh-In" http://fb.me/GS55vxDL in reply to EdinburghZoo #
how horrible is this weather? thinking a biscuit run will cheer us up, but really don't want to leave 5pm Towers and go out in the rain #
today's Kurgan in @monkeysleeps looks particularly magnificent for any Glasgow based peeps after a takeaway sandwich for lunch .. #
... Chicken, harissa, spiced yoghurt dressing, cucumber and spring onions #
although obviously we'd suggest you book on 5pm and have a nice lunch indoors today, especially given the weather http://www.5pm.co.uk/ #
RT @Folio14 Creative bod in Scotland? In digital industry? Haven't joined the Folio14 directory yet? Tis free my friends get registering! in reply to Folio14 #
Busy getting all the equipment ready for the 5pm troops at the foodies fest in Edinburgh this weekend. Hands up who's going! ^Phil #
nom nom nom RT @MacsweenHaggis Recipe for Haggis sausages with whisky sauce: http://tiny.cc/gp0u7 in reply to MacsweenHaggis #
Foodies newsletter highlights for Friday and ticket offer http://bit.ly/9O5BKw #
2 days til Foodies, don't forget to get your 2 for 1 tickets here http://bit.ly/c2Wogo #
just got a couple of copies of @foodiesfestival magazine, featuring a competition with us and Hotel du Vin http://yfrog.com/0595387048j #
fancy a little guerilla gardening or just a more exciting way to do your own garden? seedbom workshops @GlasgowTramway this afternoon from 2 #
RT @edskyfest Anyone in Edinburgh fancy Opera at Festival in the Sky? We've got 2 seats for to give away! RT & Follow to win #
Found our stand @foodiesfestival much quicker this year! We're next to @thelistmagazine. Come say hello to us later on!! #
RT @Edinburgh_Gin come and try Edinburgh Gin and Sheep Dip @foodiesfestival in Holyrood Palace gardens today! in reply to Edinburgh_Gin #
Foodies starts today! You can still get 2 for 1 tickets http://bit.ly/c2Wogo
late opening til 8 tonight, with cocktail classes from 5.45 #
also Chefs' Theatre, food masterclasses and gin, cava and whisky tastings
info here http://bit.ly/byMC0a
tickets here http://bit.ly/c2Wogo #
http://tweetphoto.com/38637789 #
if you're in Glasgow this weekend you should check out The World Pipe Band Championships http://bit.ly/cI8y91 tomorrow - such a great event #
we've been loving @glasgowpiping this week #
loving @gsc1's Friday the 13th facts today! in reply to gsc1 #

Aug201008

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-08

love the look of these workshops for adults at GoMA RT @MerchantCity Love new creative skills? We do! Http://ow.ly/2jEGP in reply to MerchantCity #
who are your favourite Scottish food and drink producers? http://bit.ly/cLaS4Z #
woo! RT @loopylornas Ok everyone, the second Loopy Lorna's Tea House is born! Opening doors at 9 a.m.Thursday! Churchill Theatre: Good luck! #
Foodies Festival Edinburgh is a week tomorrow! snap up your 2 for 1 tickets here http://bit.ly/c2Wogo #
only one week til Foodies! we'll be there and so will Michelin starred chefs, Fringe stars, over 150 local producers, masterclasses & more! #
grab your 2 for 1 tickets here http://bit.ly/c2Wogo #foodiesfestival @foodiesfestival #
It is a great event for a really good cause RT @TasteofGlasgow: New article published: Afternoon Tea at The Buttery http://bit.ly/aRGMRT #
and you can also book Two Fat Ladies at the Buttery's Afternoon Tea on 5pm http://bit.ly/csRL25 #
a great event RT @GlasgowPiping Piping Live! kicks off Mon! 130 events in 7 Days! Get to know your favourite performers http://www.pipinglive.co.uk in reply to GlasgowPiping #
super yummy looking new menu for Brel just in http://bit.ly/9WNEgz £8.95/two courses £10.95/three courses, 5pm-9pm all week #

Aug201001

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-01

short changed in the individual trifle, it's not filled all the way to the top of the pot! I've been gypped on the custard #
enjoying random Toy Story facts from @gsc1 today #
Food looks gorgeous, love the pictures RT @TasteofGlasgow http://bit.ly/djz3ib
AND Hotel du Vin's on 5pm! http://bit.ly/90QXqP in reply to TasteofGlasgow #
Great competition for Festival in the Sky RT @edskyfest 22 seats. 1 more space. could you be the 23rd man? http://bit.ly/dvCtd5 in reply to edskyfest #
2 for 1 tickets to Foodies Festival Edinburgh @foodiesfestival - it's a great day out, we had lots of fun last year http://bit.ly/bzRRnG #

Jul201025

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-07-25

in case you missed it - yesterday's newsletter featuring new restaurants in Edinburgh and 2 for 1 tickets to Foodies http://bit.ly/9DFMO1 #
this looks fun for Glasgow foodies RT @_NVA_ RT @CenSta: We're doing a live Twitter cooking event this August http://bit.ly/twEATsBlog in reply to _NVA_ #
newsletter for the exciting Festival in the Sky in Edinburgh on its way to our subscribers now http://bit.ly/a7B8Vm #
2 for 1 tickets for @foodiesfestival in Edinburgh http://bit.ly/c2Wogo - we'll be there! #
help! a 5pmer is babysitting tomorrow and needs suggestions for things to do with a 5 year old in Glasgow! all ideas gratefully accepted #
flicking through @foodiesfestival there are some really gorgeous looking recipes in there! #
thanks for the #ff @edskyfest and right back at you! we salute all your daredevil diners! in reply to edskyfest #
#ff @southsidehap: an essential source of news and events in Glasgow's Southside in reply to southsidehap #

Jul201018

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-07-18

not on 5pm, but @monkeysleeps's special sounds perfect for a unpleasantly cold day like today: Toulouse sausage & puy lentil casserole in reply to monkeysleeps #
chips flow chart is a smile (if you like silly flow charts) http://bit.ly/bvtI0E (via @BigSpud) in reply to BigSpud #
Roy Brett, chef of Ondine, will be demoing at Edinburgh Foodies http://www.ondinerestaurant.co.uk/ via @foodiesfestival in reply to foodiesfestival #
just working on a newsletter featuring new restaurants in Glasgow and this fantastic event with Michael Caines http://bit.ly/c7TeL1 #
the latest on 5pm: http://bit.ly/c1xUWm including new restaurants in Glasgow and an Evening with chef Michael Caines #
RT @GlasgowPiping Friends of Piping Live! just launched, get your hands on limited edition festival merchandise and more http://ow.ly/2bW7v in reply to GlasgowPiping #
it's Friday! we're celebrating with rolls and sausage #
another peek at yesterday's newsletter featuring new restaurants on site and a new event with chef Michael Caines http://bit.ly/c1xUWm #
some #ffs for you ..
some fav upcoming events/cultural types @glasgowpiping, @foodiesfestival, @edinburgh_, @EdinburghFringe, @MerchantCity #
some of our favourite restaurant and eatery types: @loopylornas, @ABodeGlasgow, @calistoga_rest, @hhbookclub, @MacSorleys, @HIGlasgow #
and some of our favourite (and chattiest) followers: @edinburghfoody, @anxioustomato, @tatooinechick, @slimson, @AnnieBeee #
some great ideas for stuff to do in Glasgow this weekend, courtesy of @southsidehap http://ow.ly/2bVTY in reply to southsidehap #
anyone got any other suggestions for stuff to do this weekend? Glasgow, Edinburgh, rest of Scotland or indeed the UK? we've got no plans! #
RT @GlasPrintStudio its raining outside so pop along to Glasgow Print Studio for ELBA, a solo show by Scott Myles http://www.gpsart.co.uk/ in reply to GlasPrintStudio #
also love the look of @GlasPrintStudio's printmaking courses for adults http://bit.ly/cVnp2p ^Jen in reply to GlasPrintStudio #
just been reminded by @southsidehap that Battlefield Street Party is this Sunday http://ow.ly/2bky3 - bring the sun and some food to share! in reply to southsidehap #

Jul201011

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-07-11

just in, new menu for @calistoga_rest, looks so good! Pan fried Hake w/ butterbean & chorizo stew & roast fennel - yum! http://bit.ly/94UWL3 #
getting a newsletter for @hhbookclub ready to go out, upcoming Vegetarian Banquet sounds aces #
just setting up a newsletter for @glasgowpiping's World Pipe Band Championships. such a great event! #
just had a tasty tasty lunch at the new Jamie's Italian in Glasgow. if you go ask to see the kids' menu (even if you don't have kids) #
preview of our newsletter going out today http://bit.ly/bOOcTT for @GlasgowPiping's World Pipe Band Championships - more than just piping! #
yesterday's newsletter for @hhbookclub featuring next week's Vegetarian Banquet http://bit.ly/av2xpf #
Scottish Youth Theatre's Junior Drama course is still recruiting for this Aug http://ow.ly/28zuw (via @MerchantCity) in reply to MerchantCity #
RT @OldSheriffCourt Scottish Youth Theatre Junior Course here http://bit.ly/aPSL2F in reply to OldSheriffCourt #
RT @RSNO FREE iTunes downloads in The Sunday Times, this Sun 11 & 18 July. Featuring RSNO recordings of Roussel ... http://fb.me/BibEtBi2 in reply to RSNO #
Abode are doing another Evening with Michael Caines on 9 Aug, last one sold out fast so be quick if you want to book! http://bit.ly/c7TeL1 #
sounds amazing! you should tweet a pic though .. RT @MacSorleys Our steak pie made with slow-cooked beef shin is fast becoming a favourite! in reply to MacSorleys #
starting to get hotter than the sun in 5pm Towers. considering an ice cream run ^Jen #
liking the food chat today! RT @EdinburghFoody @LittleDishy dinner inspiration? fishcakes with homemade tartare sauce http://bit.ly/9lioCc in reply to EdinburghFoody #
RT @foodiesfestival Edinburgh Foodies Entertainment stage is looking tasty! just booked act Cat Touch This, the Scottish version of Glee! in reply to foodiesfestival #
RT @foodiesfestival If you know someone who should exhibit with us in Edinburgh or Oxford contact us at 0131 226 7766! We want all the food! in reply to foodiesfestival #
note to self - don't look at new Michael Caine's menus before lunch - starving now! ^Phil #
has anyone looked at amazon grocery yet? think some giant tubs of haribo are required for 5pm Towers .. http://amzn.to/bgcPaM #
It's nearly the weekend! What's everyone up to? I'm holding out for a bit of sunshine to get a bbq going! ^Phil #

Jul201004

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-07-04

Singles Guerrilla Supper Club in the Glasgow's Southside this weekend http://ow.ly/23LUI
via @southsidehap in reply to southsidehap #
setting up a newsletter for Lucky 7. Lemon curd cheesecake: want! http://bit.ly/dqnzVC #
(wouldn't turn my nose up at pork belly & black pudding with mash and apple compote either) #
Lucky 7 Canteen newsletter heading for your inboxes right now http://bit.ly/dqnzVC including 3 courses and a drink for £14.77 #
awesome/terrifying Eastenders themed competition from local Glasgow crafters @misofunky http://bit.ly/9hBSD7 #
want even more ace 5pm updates? you should totally 'like' us on Facebook http://bit.ly/6yb8Q #
preview of our next newsletter, featuring RSAMD's summer school (brilliant looking classes for children and adults) http://bit.ly/cm5MeQ #
and new restaurants in Glasgow http://bit.ly/cm5MeQ #
Happy Friday twitter friends, what's shaking? #

Jun201027

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-06-27

morning gang. did everyone have an awesome weekend? the 5pm Team variously Glam in the Citied, Bungoed in the Back Lanes and Raced for Life #
two great events at Abode, inc An Evening with Michael Caines, in today's newsletter flying to your inboxes right now: http://bit.ly/b3Zodw #
love the look of @owlandlion's summer workshops http://bit.ly/bUo55S in reply to owlandlion #
latest 5pm newsletter appearing in your inbox soon http://bit.ly/d01FcV Cheer on Scotland's best athletes against the rest of the UK #
RT @southsidehap Interested in growing your own food? Urban Root's short beginners course starts 29 June 6pm - 8pm, Toryglen Community Base in reply to southsidehap #
thanks for the #ff @loopylornas! and right back at you! in reply to loopylornas #

Jun201020

Alan

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-06-20

anyone entering the @officialspam Cook of the Year competition? I'm rather tempted. recipe suggestions please!
^Jen #
bag a @glaminthecity Friday ticket for for a bargain £5! newsletter winging its way to you right now, or see it here: http://bit.ly/buh81a #
rolls and sausage all round in 5pm Towers today. sometimes you need a breakfast roll #
looking forward to GLAM this weekend RT @glaminthecity Latest shot of #GLAMintheCity marquee - http://twurl.nl/cknqal #Glasgow in reply to glaminthecity #
it is hotter than the sun in 5pm Towers right now. jealous of you all saying you're outdoors #
anyone going to @glaminthecity today? it's a beautiful day for it #
new Loopy Lorna's! RT @loopylornas ...did I say we are opening at The Church Hill Theatre in August?! xxx http://fb.me/BkEwH0yG in reply to loopylornas #
Katherine's doing an ice cream run! it's sparked major debate about what the best Magnum is #
I'm strongly in favour of an almond Magnum
^Jen #
so, it's nearly hometime and it's supposed to be a beautiful weekend. what's everyone got planned? #
we quite fancy Bungo in the Lanes http://ow.ly/1ZEUE and the #PollokshawsCarnival featuring the Glasgow Science Centre (@gsc1) #
great info about Bungo in the Back Lanes here http://bit.ly/b1s3VG #

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