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Morning coffee

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:38:20 GMT

It may seem simple, but nothing beats a home-brewed morning cup of coffee with homemade biscuits. Loving the updates, please keep them coming! Stay safe in Kenya. Richard T

Food

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:54:49 GMT

We're in full agreement Charley! Mmmmm...pizza...or perhaps some chili cheese fries...gotta go...hungry.

Cravings

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 15:14:02 GMT

When I was in Uganda last summer, one of my friends and I would pass slow moments by fantasizing about the quesadilla we were going to split as soon as we set foot back in the States. And on our layover in Washington, DC, we did just that. After a month of matooke, rice, and tilapia, it tasted marvelous but was probably not quite what my digestive system had in mind. I didn't care, though--the cramps were worth it!

Homeward Bound!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 15:35:35 GMT

It is so exciting following you guys. We were hooked on Long Way Round, then Charley's Race to Dakar - now you're travelling down to my home town. Moved to UK from Cape Town 10 years ago but my entire family still live there and as I bought them all your last DVD series, which has done the rounds several times, they're waiting with baited breath for your arrival !

Equator

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 15:48:13 GMT

WOW, 5� 59' N, what are You going to do to celebrate 0 degree N and 0 degrees South? I got two Crossing the Line certificates. Will I auction on e-bay??

Inspirational

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:14:00 GMT

Just got back from a trip to Mongolia, partialy inspired by Long Way Round. Sounds like Ethiopia's just come on my radar too. You are doing a great job at showing the different sides to Africa. Thanks guys.

craving food

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:17:35 GMT

Well, when I was in Germany for around 8 months,, many many years ago, I craved Pizza. They did not have pizza there at the time I was there, and that is the first thing I wanted when I came home. Plus, something that has nothing to do with food, but I craved a nice hot bath that I didn't have to heat the water up for.[no hot running water] But is does sound like you guys are having lots of interesting foods to eat, and you may as well enjoy all the different things to eat because you may never get the chance to eat them again.!!! [but who knows, you may not want to eat them again!!!!] I am so enjoying all of these videos and updates. I am looking forward to the documentary and hopefully a couple of books. And please get everything out to the USA as soon as possible!!!Thanks Ride safe and be safe--Char

language

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:19:02 GMT

Have you managed to pick up any of the languages in Africa?

Cheese!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:32:01 GMT

I crave cheese, any kind on any thing, and I'm talking real cheese, none of that processed stuff! I have a question for E&C: How is it that you guys are so incredibly cool and hilarious at the same time? Take care and happy travels :)

Food..

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:38:17 GMT

roast pork and "Schnitzel" ;)

Mom's home cookin!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:51:41 GMT

Call me a mama's boy, but you can't get Polish home-cooked meals anywhere but at home! ...time to get the cook book out!

Ah, the Wild Life coming your way!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:55:29 GMT

Hi Ewan, Charley, all the LWD team... RTW-scooter-crusader Tom here... Your reports and videos of the incredible diversity you are experiencing are fantastic! You put me in mind of my ride through Egypt and the Sudan. Thank you for your reports on Ethiopia - it looks breathtaking! Your odyssey is truly enlightening. I can hardly wait for the TV series, DVD and book... Now on to Kenya where the WANANCHI (inhabitants) and WANYAMA (animals) come out to play. Watch out for baboons along the road - they can be very territorial! Will you be going to Mt. Kilimanjaro? Ride Safe. Ride Well. Tom

Food!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 17:15:23 GMT

Proper Cadbury's chocolate. It's just not the same in hot countries, made to a different recipe so it's got a higher melting point, it's not sweet enough! I also miss Yorkshire puddings and Cumberland sausage! Nice to try new things too, though. Love Shellie

Things I missed the most

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 17:43:58 GMT

Funny but the last time I went on a trip our diets were terrible. It was only four days but by the time I got home all I wanted was green salad. I ate a huge bowl of Romaine lettuce salad and went straight to bed for some recreation and then some rest. I missed those things too.

Mmm, I crave..

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 19:12:56 GMT

TACO BELL!!! and DONUTS!!! here in Turkey they have Dunkin Donuts but it's like 6$ per donut wheras in the States you could get like 50 of them for the same money! Also the endless array of junk food from chips & dip to sno cones to twinkies and all tose food that my mom wouldn't approve of me eating when I was a kid! ((daydreams..))

Cravings....

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 19:28:17 GMT

Definitely 'Curry'!! There's not one place in the world that does a curry(tikka masala) like my local. And then of course, Chinese, Dominos, being able to nip into the kitchen and make whatever the hell you want..............

More traditional music and food!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 19:31:42 GMT

Hey guys, if you like traditional music, dancing and food, you MUST come to Turkey to attend a FASİL or SİRA night! Complete with meze to eat and Raki to drink! I went with my friends a while ago, I had a great time. I hope to go again soon. I Loved the music, and want to get some CD's to take with me. I hope that you will be able to come and experience it too! If you ever do, I'd be happy to help you find the best places to go! P.S. Glad to see you guys relaxing & having a good time! :-) Keep those spirits up!

what's this ewan?!?!

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 19:37:48 GMT

i saw the dinner's meal... isn't looks normal food... that's the better food, sure!! kiss from madrid

Toast

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:32:05 GMT

When I'm on the road I really long for a good hot piece of toast with loads of butter. Oh the simple things in life. Danksy

LWD Membership

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 22:22:39 GMT

It's great to see all the video clips daily on the BBC/LWD.
Even more cooler is the Extra video clips and still Pics you have access to as a Member on the Official LWD site!
Worth every pound/dollar!
I'm with Charley, a good Pizza is what I long for!

Green chile!

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:14:27 GMT

When I travel away from home what I miss the most is New Mexico chile! It's unique to this state and a staple here. If you guys include Albuquerque in your itinerary when you do the Long Way Up I'll prepare you a New Mexican feast you won't forget. Mild, of course! Good luck on the second half.

What food I miss?? Well...

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:23:30 GMT

...frikadeller (fried pork meat balls) with boiled potatoes and gravy is always a hit, and also thick, sliced bacon with parsley sauce and boiled potatoes - yum! But my all-time danish fave dinner is roast pork with gravy, boiled and/or caramelised potatoes, red cabbage salad with orange and maybe some cranberry jelly on the side. Ai, what a pleasant taste, and slightly uncomfortable filled stomach I get, when I have had that for dinner! Love it! :oD It's basically a very traditional danish christmas dinner (- minus the roast duck...), but I don't mind eating this in the summer, too. :-) Be careful with your stomachs, guys, and with what you eat - am thinking 'bout hygiene here. Take care, ride safe and have fun. :-) *waves to the entire team*

Craving food

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:29:51 GMT

My girl does this incredible lamb roast with the gravy, potatoes and pumpkin. I miss that, and I'm a pretty deft hand with a good bit of steak. I've wanted to check out Ethiopia for years, it sounds like such an incredible and diverse place.

About the bikes.

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:26:39 GMT

Hi Guys...I'd like to know if you have pull down the saddles of your bikes before of the start of the trip (very sorry for my english). GS Adventure is very high. I don't know how tall you are, friends but i am not small and when I tryed the GS Adventure I could touch the ground in very slightly way. I was scared about that. Is there a trick?

Our duty is mix ourself....

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:35:58 GMT

When i Am in a foreign country I love taste the flavours and fragrances of the places. In my opinion is a basic step to go deep of a culture that we know not. Mix ourself in somenthing of new and different does mean to be more near at the country that we are visiting.

Food cravings

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 02:40:07 GMT

When I was sick with dysentry in Nepal the one thing i was really craving was a Montreal smoked meat sandwich....which was really strange because even though I live in Montreal, I don't like them all that much and seldom eat them...go figure! The one thing I miss when traveling out of Canada is Tim Horton's coffee!

FOOD

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 02:40:07 GMT

when iam away i actually miss a good pice of watermellon.. or a nice ice cold glass of tea... ROZE

Food when away from home

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 02:41:36 GMT

Okay this is gonna sound reallly strange but what I miss the most when I'm away from home( besides my mom's cooking, she rocks!) are these great big peproni rolls. The local Walmart around here sells them for like 2 dollars a bag but there's only 4. They are about the size of a small dinner plate, but they are really good. One of them would do for a lunch! LOL. keep safe and stay sane!Enjoy all that Africa has to offer you! *hugs*

For cheese and cheerios

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 03:28:26 GMT

In Korea, in our first year we couldn't get cheese. Or Cheerios. We had to trek to Seoul to a Western wholesale store. Just for Cheerios (one way) we walked, taxied, subwayed, bused, biked in the rain, and walked up six flights of stairs, all for 2 hours. Now that's a long way round for Honey nut goodness!

Make it long

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 05:30:09 GMT

Seriously guys, take your time and enjoy yourselves. Hopefully your series when it airs will be 5 or six episodes longer then Long Way Round..I can't get enough. Keep safe.

Bread

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 05:36:45 GMT

When I'm traveling, I really enjoy the local food, but I like bread with a crust. It's not easy to find it, even here. There was a time, when we knew how to do it... Charley, stay away from the Pizza, very unhealthy and fattening. Sunday roast is great! Stay safe, and love to everybody out there!

Cravings

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 06:30:54 GMT

I miss roast beef, yorkshire pudding, my homemade pizza, and anything on the grill. Yum! Maybe more to the point, I miss being able to prepare food myself and with my family. Sure it's fun to eat out and try new things. But, it's also fun to spend time making the things you like to eat. Hang in there, Charley! Ewan's bound to find you a pizza place on that map of his! Be safe!

food

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 07:16:34 GMT

WHEN I LIVED IN GERMANY SEVERAL YEARS, I CRAVED CHICKEN FLAVOUR CRISPS. THEY ONLY HAD PAPRIKA IN GERMANY. PEOPLE VISITING USED TO PACK A SUITCASE WITH ABOUT 40 PACKETS OF CHICKEN CRISPS FOR ME. NOW I'M IN ENGLAND, I RATHER LIKE PAPRIKA CRISPS!

Have fun

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 08:08:28 GMT

Hello Ewan, Charly, all of you and your Team Good luck. Brgds//Thomas

Uganda

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 09:20:12 GMT

Used to live in Kampala. Crazy place. Really good white water rafting on Nile from Jinja.Eating the Nile perch (massive)or Tillapia caught in Lake Vic. cooked on BBQ good feast.Good friend there recently bought a GS and started a Bike club. Done a lot of touring up country and have good local knowledge. He also started a single malt whisky club which might interest Ewan. Anyway, sure you have it all covered guys. Good luck. Uganda's a blast. Check out Al's bar for a real Kampala night out. Can get interesting!!! Drink the Bell beer it's good for you.Avoid the Guiness it's not..well, it's just not Guiness. God I miss Africa. Ewan, you should have played the doctor in Last King of Scotland.Charlie, you could have been Idi.You have the eyes.

craving food

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 09:33:20 GMT

Very British I know,but I always crave marmite on toast!There's nothing like it(vegemite IS NOT the same!!).

bikes ok and ktm are crying

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 09:34:21 GMT

are the bmw's ok and i bet KTM are sick to the stomach wishing they had sponsored you.Good Luck save biking. simon

Year 10 Maths

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 11:36:34 GMT

We've just watched your pyramid clip in our maths lesson! Most of the class are out of school today, so we're haveing a relaxed lesson. We liked Ewan in Star Wars by the way!

Germany

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 11:52:33 GMT

Just want to let you know: we do have pizza, running water, hot and cold, had them for decades, ever since I was born, and I'm 56 years old! Don't know about chicken flavored crisps. Does anybody really need them? Apart from that I really enjoy the trip. I feel like I'm out there with you!

Food

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 12:29:57 GMT

I crave very much pizza! I love it, and I know Ewan loves it too!

miles to go ?

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 12:36:03 GMT

I'm a bit confused.When you were talking to Chris on the 28.06.07 at the top of the log page it said "Day 48-6091 miles to go." But Ewan says you have done 8500 t0 9000 miles and you are not yet halfway.Was the initial 15000 miles an estimate "as the crow flies" between major towns on route? Please explain. If you continue to count down from 15000 you will run out of miles before you run out of road!

Cravings!!!!

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 12:52:08 GMT

I crave biltong and boerewors rolls like mad from my home country South Africa. You guys cant beat a boerie roll after a good nite out. it beats a kebab hands down!

Moto GP

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 13:37:16 GMT

Hey Carley and Ewan! The Moto GP is on the telly and I know that your are both fans. Have you got the chance to watch it somewhere or have yopu got someone back home to record it? Godspeed and stay just like you are!!! :0)

coffee

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 19:38:30 GMT

hard to believe that there is not one starbucks in africa! maybe you missed it? i think a good cup of coffee is what i would miss the most! take care guys!

good old

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 13:57:57 GMT

It has to be Earl Grey tea - hand delivered in the morning, by my lovely husband in his boxers. Can't beat it! Love to you all Allie

what food do I crave?

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 05:28:11 GMT

When I'm on a long trip, I crave good ole cajun cooking. Yum Yum