After living in the Netherlands for many years, we soon discovered that it is the norm for a woman to have a double barreled surname comprising of her maiden name & married name. Though in NL, thi s can be incredible as my friend is mrs Francisco (maiden name) - van der reedt dortland!
I wonder why Mrs T agreed to take part in this show. She clearly dislikes travelling, staying in unfamiliar rooms and eating food not prepared by her. What was the point?
I wonder why Mrs T agreed to take part in this show. She clearly dislikes travelling, staying in unfamiliar rooms and eating food not prepared by her. What was the point?
...and by the looks of tomorrow's show she pays less than the asking price :rolleyes:
Evening, have just looked up Mrs Tee on her own website
Widely acknowledged as the world’s foremost authority on edible wild mushrooms, Brigitte Tee has been supplying wild and cultivated fungi to the country’s leading chefs including Michel Roux Jr from her base in Lymington, Hampshire, for more than 35 years. Backed by unrivalled knowledge and expertise, Mrs Tee is the only licence holder entitled to pick and sell the many diverse wild mushrooms that grow in the New Forest where she is based, offering chefs a selection of unique, quality, seasonal produce, including the highly regarded and sought-after New Forest Cep.
Guest are able to buy some of Mrs Tee Wild Mushrooms aswell as the opportunity in attending a Mushroom Seminar later in the year.
For those mushroom enthusiasts there is also the opportunity to join Mrs Tee's Mushroom Club. Please ask Mrs Tee for a flyer.
Mrs Tee's other “claims to fame” include owning the largest Great Dane on record, the Lloyds Bank horse from 1984 - 1987 and also an international Show Jumper that was short listed 4 times for the Olympics, ridden by Robert Smith and Michael Whittaker.
Not wishing to be out done by Mrs Tee her late husband John Hillman created and managed the guitar legend Jimi Hendrix and still owns some Copyright. He also managed The Animals, The WHO and Madeline Bell.
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She mentioned 'my second husband' on today's show, so perhaps there's a man in the background?
I'm sure Mrs Tee was on The Hairy Bikers when they were doing a tour of various Counties - they got mushrooms from her for the cook-off with a local chef IIRC.
One of those gay guys has the misfortune to look like John Terry - poor bugger
The Urban Beach looks to be faultless in terms of presentation and service. However, the room rates would appear to be governed by the owner's financial commitments. I really hope he succeeds because Bournemouth is full of hotels - It's my old stamping ground
However, my favourite is still the Vidella - just for the fun factor
But is the Urban Beach competitively priced for the area? That's never taken into account. Some of their rooms are dearer than a junior suite in my nearest Radisson and that's five star with a pool and leisure centre. But obviously Glasgow prices are going to be different from Bournemouth.
The thread has come to an abrupt end today. Is there a party elsewhere I'm missing?
I liked the pointers from Mark as to his business progression, wish there was more like that.
I want to hear more of why and how they started, how they raised the finance etc. What jobs they left? There is a minefield of information to be developed. Could make a really good programme rather than 30 mins of frivolity.
Mark has youth on his side. Taking a huge risk at 30 something is not like me at 30 years plus his. There is simply no time to repay a loan, so I wouldn't get one, although I have huge equity.
Mark has the business acumen, not a love for paying friends in his home, which I see is the correct business model to make serious money.
He won't go bust, he's ridden the storm.
He also has staff, which makes being front of house so much easier.
The 400 count Egyptian cotton sheets? I bought some and after one wash they were crumpled rags with no body.
Now I sound like Mrs T.
Mrs T's getting on my wick BIG time. She's exactly the sort of person I would go out of my way to avoid. She has a nerve scoring those other B&Bs so low after seeing what a dive she runs herself. Nasty old cow. I can't abide all these 'I just tell it like it is' people. It's just an excuse for downright rudeness. :mad:
The thread has come to an abrupt end today. Is there a party elsewhere I'm missing?
I liked the pointers from Mark as to his business progression, wish there was more like that.
I want to hear more of why and how they started, how they raised the finance etc. What jobs they left? There is a minefield of information to be developed. Could make a really good programme rather than 30 mins of frivolity.
Mark has youth on his side. Taking a huge risk at 30 something is not like me at 30 years plus his. There is simply no time to repay a loan, so I wouldn't get one, although I have huge equity.
Mark has the business acumen, not a love for paying friends in his home, which I see is the correct business model to make serious money.
He won't go bust, he's ridden the storm.
He also has staff, which makes being front of house so much easier.
The 400 count Egyptian cotton sheets? I bought some and after one wash they were crumpled rags with no body.
Now I sound like Mrs T.
Seriously, I would love to hear from Mark.
Think we all disappeared to get some dinner (then watch Emmerdale...)
Seriously, if you're tempted to open a B&B, then having a fair amount of equity helps. There are other funding opportunities beyond banks (which probably aren't a great bet at the moment anyway). Friends? Family? One of your children could go into business with you as a (silent) partner and secure finance that way.
Mrs T's getting on my wick BIG time. She's exactly the sort of person I would go out of my way to avoid. She has a nerve scoring those other B&Bs so low after seeing what a dive she runs herself. Nasty old cow. I can't abide all these 'I just tell it like it is' people. It's just an excuse for downright rudeness. :mad:
I agree - she also said, after one couple said no they would not use her b&b again, 'why did they kiss me goodbye' if they would not return. She has done exactly the same having said she would not go back to any of them.
Very strange lady - and just a question seeing as she is on hubby no. 2 - where is he? Is he the one in the garden or was that no. 1?
I agree - she also said, after one couple said no they would not use her b&b again, 'why did they kiss me goodbye' if they would not return. She has done exactly the same having said she would not go back to any of them.
Very strange lady - and just a question seeing as she is on hubby no. 2 - where is he? Is he the one in the garden or was that no. 1?
I wouldn't be surprised in the least if she'd had a long line of ex-husbands - once they found out what a complete moaner she was/is, they'd be off like a shot.
Mrs T's getting on my wick BIG time. She's exactly the sort of person I would go out of my way to avoid. She has a nerve scoring those other B&Bs so low after seeing what a dive she runs herself. Nasty old cow. I can't abide all these 'I just tell it like it is' people. It's just an excuse for downright rudeness. :mad:
Yes I agree. I am just catching up with all programmes and with posts here. The other contestants are making all sorts of allowances for Mrs T. Her behaviour is accepted and they are going out of their way to keep her happy. She does not think she has to do the same. I am bemused that someone who is in the hospitality trade prides herself on being "If I don't like something I say so, I do not care if people like me" type. The episodes have become the Mrs T show, shame as the other contestants should not have to work around her.
As with last week, 3 of the places are B&Bs i would be happy to stay in. I have changed my opinion of the couple from Lynton (which is a lovely place). I had thought they were snobs, but he was game in Blackpool and they both seem quite genuine. I hope this is so.
I wouldn't be surprised in the least if she'd had a long line of ex-husbands - once they found out what a complete moaner she was/is, they'd be off like a shot.
I can't imagine that a long line of men could have put up with this lady for more than a week never mind marrying her - unless she has some sort of charm we have yet to witness! :rolleyes:
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...and by the looks of tomorrow's show she pays less than the asking price :rolleyes:
...and annoys one of the other couples :rolleyes:
Popular lady isnt she!
:eek:
She mentioned 'my second husband' on today's show, so perhaps there's a man in the background?
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Apparently so:
One of those gay guys has the misfortune to look like John Terry - poor bugger
surprise,surprise !
She obviously isn't as expert as she thinks and ate a wild 'miseryguts' mushroom, that turned her into a cranky old moaner.
She could replace Alex, as The Hotel Inspector ?
She was missing from the Blackpool episode (looking after their children apparently).
Expected to see her in tonight's episode though (with or without children).
Maybe she left him between episodes....?
However, my favourite is still the Vidella - just for the fun factor
Mrs T is awful - tomorrow looks interesting :eek:
I liked the pointers from Mark as to his business progression, wish there was more like that.
I want to hear more of why and how they started, how they raised the finance etc. What jobs they left? There is a minefield of information to be developed. Could make a really good programme rather than 30 mins of frivolity.
Mark has youth on his side. Taking a huge risk at 30 something is not like me at 30 years plus his. There is simply no time to repay a loan, so I wouldn't get one, although I have huge equity.
Mark has the business acumen, not a love for paying friends in his home, which I see is the correct business model to make serious money.
He won't go bust, he's ridden the storm.
He also has staff, which makes being front of house so much easier.
The 400 count Egyptian cotton sheets? I bought some and after one wash they were crumpled rags with no body.
Now I sound like Mrs T.
Seriously, I would love to hear from Mark.
I hope he wins.
I wonder if his wife couldn't take any more of Mrs Tiresome and dropped out of the show?
Think we all disappeared to get some dinner (then watch Emmerdale...)
Seriously, if you're tempted to open a B&B, then having a fair amount of equity helps. There are other funding opportunities beyond banks (which probably aren't a great bet at the moment anyway). Friends? Family? One of your children could go into business with you as a (silent) partner and secure finance that way.
I agree - she also said, after one couple said no they would not use her b&b again, 'why did they kiss me goodbye' if they would not return. She has done exactly the same having said she would not go back to any of them.
Very strange lady - and just a question seeing as she is on hubby no. 2 - where is he? Is he the one in the garden or was that no. 1?
Yes I agree. I am just catching up with all programmes and with posts here. The other contestants are making all sorts of allowances for Mrs T. Her behaviour is accepted and they are going out of their way to keep her happy. She does not think she has to do the same. I am bemused that someone who is in the hospitality trade prides herself on being "If I don't like something I say so, I do not care if people like me" type. The episodes have become the Mrs T show, shame as the other contestants should not have to work around her.
As with last week, 3 of the places are B&Bs i would be happy to stay in. I have changed my opinion of the couple from Lynton (which is a lovely place). I had thought they were snobs, but he was game in Blackpool and they both seem quite genuine. I hope this is so.
I can't imagine that a long line of men could have put up with this lady for more than a week never mind marrying her - unless she has some sort of charm we have yet to witness! :rolleyes:
Yep, she needs to be kept in the dark and fed shit!