MINI Meat! Friday 25th April - The Filling Station, Edinburgh Omni

[AndyP & Lenore]

Time for another legendary NMS MINI Meat! For those who are new to NMS since the last one, the basic premise is that we meet up at a "central belt" reasonably-priced restaurant, and basically have a chat and eat some great (usually) food.

Exact time and location TBC, but is usually a 7pm meet for 7.30pm food and it will be central belt somewhere, usually around Edinburgh somewhere. Will confirm the details a bit nearer the time.

All those up for a meet up and some good food, say AYE! Please also state how many will be in your party.

1. AndyP & Lenore (2)
2. The Harper Clan (4)
3. Craig & Jude (2)
4. The Stone Clan (2 + 1/4)
5. We Three Kings (2 + 1/4)
6. Dave (1)
7. Stephen & Allyson (2)
8. Digital lemming (Andrew) (1)
9. Eddie & Rachael (2)

Total so far: 18 1/2 :)

[Craig]

21st April is a Monday?!?!


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[MINI William]

As above but we're in x4

[AndyP & Lenore]

21st April is a Monday?!?!



As above but we're in x4

Aye, well, I'm new to this organizing meets and stuff.:blush: Fixed now.:thumbs up:

[Craig]

AYE !


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[AndyP & Lenore]

AYE !


:thumbs up:

[EcosseGP]

Think I'll be struggling but once I find out my shift I'll let you know for sure. Sounds great though

[AndyP & Lenore]

Think I'll be struggling but once I find out my shift I'll let you know for sure. Sounds great though

I'll put you down as a "maybe" Davy. :thumbs up:

[EcosseGP]

Of course cheers Andy ;)

[stoney]

AYE x 2 + baby stone

[ianking]

As long as Sarah is in good health then we can attend so put us down.
We will be 'we three Kings' by that point.

[AndyP & Lenore]

AYE x 2 + baby stone


As long as Sarah is in good health then we can attend so put us down.
We will be 'we three Kings' by that point.

All added... First time we've been in need of a high chair at a MINI Meat. And we'll be needing two! :D :lol:

[Dave]

Yeah am up for this. Just myself probably, downside to having a young kid is need to leave the missus at home!

Cheers


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[AndyP & Lenore]

Yeah am up for this. Just myself probably, downside to having a young kid is need to leave the missus at home!

Cheers


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That's you added Dave. :thumbs up:

[Mini Ecosse]

Her indoors mumping and moaning about not meeting up with the mini folks so please put us down for this.
Anything for a quiet life :thumbs up:

We have both missed the runs and meets so looking forward to this event.

[Craig]

Your just too busy working !! Her indoors is right :). Lol




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[AndyP & Lenore]

Her indoors mumping and moaning about not meeting up with the mini folks so please put us down for this.
Anything for a quiet life :thumbs up:

We have both missed the runs and meets so looking forward to this event.

Good stuff. Be good to catch up. Haven't seen you guys for ages! :thumbs up::thumbs up:

[ianking]

I havent been to a NMS event in even longer I think.
In fact cant remember the last thing I was at.
I remember when I used to be at something at least every month.

[Jude]

Really looking forward to the return of the mini meats:thumbs up:

[AndyP & Lenore]

I havent been to a NMS event in even longer I think.
In fact cant remember the last thing I was at.
I remember when I used to be at something at least every month.

Us too Ian.;) I think it was last March the last time we were at an NMS event.:frown:


Really looking forward to the return of the mini meats:thumbs up:

Us too Jude. Need to try and get it back to every couple of months or so.:thumbs up::smilewinkgrin:

[Linz]

Shame, bit too far for us northerners for an evening :frown:

Linz.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Shame, bit too far for us northerners for an evening :frown:

Linz.

Yeah, it's difficult getting a location which suits "all". Sorry Linz.:frown:

But, there's plenty "northern" members, so you could always organise a meet up and food. Just start a thread in MINI Meets & Social Forum. :thumbs up:

[Linz]

Yeah, it's difficult getting a location which suits "all". Sorry Linz.:frown:

But, there's plenty "northern" members, so you could always organise a meet up and food. Just start a thread in MINI Meets & Social Forum. :thumbs up:

Not a problem........definately be down for the Kirkaldy meet though :-)

Yup that's a thought, when I've cleared the bomb site that's my new kitchen, will sort that!

Have a good evening though,

Linz.

[ianking]

Any ideas yet where you are thinking of having the meet Andy?

[AndyP & Lenore]

Any ideas yet where you are thinking of having the meet Andy?

We're actually think about Edinburgh's Hard Rock Cafe. They have a couple of set (2) course menu's for £15pp so it's not hugely expensive and there's no doubt the quality is WAY better than the likes of a Frankie & Benny's.

However, we realise there are drawbacks...

Parking is one. Although we could all park in the multi-story underneath the Vue Cinema. But then that's a bit of a trek to George Street.
Babies. HRC is probably too loud and not really suitable for newborn babies, and I wouldn't want to chose somewhere that precludes any chance of you and Rob coming along.

So, happy for thoughts on the Hard Rock Cafe idea. If that's a NO then we have other ideas.

[MINI William]

We're actually think about Edinburgh's Hard Rock Cafe. They have a couple of set (2) course menu's for £15pp so it's not hugely expensive and there's no doubt the quality is WAY better than the likes of a Frankie & Benny's.

However, we realise there are drawbacks...

Parking is one. Although we could all park in the multi-story underneath the Vue Cinema. But then that's a bit of a trek to George Street.
Babies. HRC is probably too loud and not really suitable for newborn babies, and I wouldn't want to chose somewhere that precludes any chance of you and Rob coming along.

So, happy for thoughts on the Hard Rock Cafe idea. If that's a NO then we have other ideas.

Depending on what time you were thinking you can park on George St for free or could park in John Lewis not as much of a trek

[AndyP & Lenore]

Depending on what time you were thinking you can park on George St for free or could park in John Lewis not as much of a trek

We'd be into the free period, William as we'd be meeting up at 7 or 7.30 for a 7.30 to 8 food. But it's finding spaces for everyone. Lenore and I can drive up and down George street twice before we find ONE space, never mind 9 or 10.

Haven't parked in St Jame's for a while, but that's a good idea right enough.

[Craig]

I'm not fussed where we eat, but I don't want to have a pain getting parked. As you know Andy we had problems finding spaces the last time we parked on George St

[AndyP & Lenore]

I'm not fussed where we eat, but I don't want to have a pain getting parked. As you know Andy we had problems finding spaces the last time we parked on George St

Absolutely. I think it would need to be St James's multi story, if we go with HRC.

[stoney]

I don't mine I can always drop Christine and baby off and then park up and walk ;)

[ianking]

Parking is a real issue and if it's raining I don't want to be walking a distance with a new baby.
Not sure if hard rock is such a good idea

[DigitalLemming]

Stick me down as a maybe ta. I've got that weekend off and haven't decided if I'm going anywhere yet!

Was at the hard rock in Glasgow a few weeks back and it was quite loud so not sure how the soon to be parents feel about that :)

[mini mad andy]

Con you put me down for the meat !! wherever it is, I should be able to get along.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Stick me down as a maybe ta. I've got that weekend off and haven't decided if I'm going anywhere yet!

Was at the hard rock in Glasgow a few weeks back and it was quite loud so not sure how the soon to be parents feel about that :)

Certainly the noise level is one of the considerations in a Hard Rock. I've added you as a maybe, could you let me know if it's you + 1 or just you?


Con you put me down for the meat !! wherever it is, I should be able to get along.

Added Andy! Could you let me know if it's you + 1 or just you?

[mini mad andy]

Added Andy! Could you let me know if it's you + 1 or just you?


Thanks. It will be just me.



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[cuddles]

so looking forward to this , not been to Hard Rock in years :yes nod: xx

[RobSco]

Hi Andy... Thought it was about time we met up with some more of the NMS gang, and we're actually not working when this is on, put us done for this... Robert + Laura... :thumbs up:

[Mini Ecosse]

Hi Andy... Thought it was about time we met up with some more of the NMS gang, and we're actually not working when this is on, put us done for this... Robert + Laura... :thumbs up:

:clap::clap::clap:

[RobSco]

:clap::clap::clap:

Just thought I'd come to keep an eye on you and Allyson... :lol:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Hi Andy... Thought it was about time we met up with some more of the NMS gang, and we're actually not working when this is on, put us done for this... Robert + Laura... :thumbs up:

That's you added. :thumbs up:

[RobSco]

That's you added. :thumbs up:

Thanks Andy... :thumbs up: ...Looking forward to it and meeting you all... :yes nod:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Email away to Hard Rock. Asking them if they have a "quieter area" and asking for menu options and prices etc.

[DigitalLemming]

Certainly the noise level is one of the considerations in a Hard Rock. I've added you as a maybe, could you let me know if it's you + 1 or just you?

Sorry missed this - just me on my own :) Ta

[AndyP & Lenore]

Sorry missed this - just me on my own :) Ta

OK ta.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Update: 3rd April 2014.

Restaurant is now booked: The Filling Station in Omni centre in Edinburgh. Table(s) booked for 8pm. No deposit required, but I do need to let the restaurant know FINAL numbers the day before.

Restaurant web site: http://www.filling-stations.co.uk/

Menu's: http://www.filling-stations.co.uk/content/food

I did try to book Hard Rock Cafe but by the time I got round to booking it they only had space from 9pm. Maybe try that next time if I'm a bit more organised.

Lenore and I have eaten at The Filling Station once and it was really nice.

Parking will be a doddle as there is plenty space in Omni at that time of day. The restaurant is in the same complex so if it's raining we won't get wet. :p

Still time to sign up to this. For anyone in the "maybe" camp, we can guarantee a great night of banter and MINI chat. We've done LOADS of MINI Meats in the past and they are always very popular and great fun.

[MINI William]

Perfect Andy. Will will be there as always.

[stoney]

We will be there as well 👍👍

[badwolf340]

Perfect Andy. Will will be there as always.

^^ ^^
This sounds great

[Mini Ecosse]

That's fine with us:thumbs up:

[Eddie_JCW]

Can you add myself and Rachael if it's not a hassle sorry.

[cuddles]

Woooooohooooo xxx a night out xx;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

That's fine with us:thumbs up:

I wasn't checking with you. :p :lol:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Can you add myself and Rachael if it's not a hassle sorry.

No bother Eddie. :thumbs up:

[ianking]

Ideal for the 3 of us.

[DigitalLemming]

Just read the menu and now I'm starving - definitely in for this now yum!

[RobSco]

Well Done Andy in arranging this... :thumbs up: ...Looks like a great place for a meet and the Specials Menu if we're going with that looks great value as does everything else... :yes nod:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Just read the menu and now I'm starving - definitely in for this now yum!


Well Done Andy in arranging this... :thumbs up: ...Looks like a great place for a meet and the Specials Menu if we're going with that looks great value as does everything else... :yes nod:

:thumbs up::thumbs up:

[Crombers]

Shock news ......................... I'll be working that day :sad: :frown:

[Mini Ecosse]

I wasn't checking with you. :p :lol:

:moonie: :lol:

[ELFMAN]

Hi Andy, don't know how I missed this (shout from offstage - "Senility!"), but turns out I'm out at my bestest pal Bob's (she's a girl) 50th that night. Anyway, the point of this is just to say...
"Have a great night!" :thumbs up:

[RobSco]

Hi Andy, Sorry to say that we have to pull out from this... :sad: ...Hope you all have a great night and enjoy yourselves... :thumbs up:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Hi Andy, Sorry to say that we have to pull out from this... :sad: ...Hope you all have a great night and enjoy yourselves... :thumbs up:

No problem Rob. Completely understand. There will be more 'meats' organised. :thumbs up:

[Mini Ecosse]

Hi Andy, Sorry to say that we have to pull out from this... :sad: ...Hope you all have a great night and enjoy yourselves... :thumbs up:


Hmmmmmm probably heading to Oban :lol:

[RobSco]

Hmmmmmm probably heading to Oban :lol:

We Wish... But would loved to have met all on the night and was looking forward to this, What worries me now is who's going to keep an eye on you both... :lol:

[AndyP & Lenore]

What worries me now is who's going to keep an eye on you both... :lol:

I got that covered. :thumbs up::thumbs up: I'm half expecting him to bring "Fred" his pet Black Guillemot with him. :lol:

[Mini Ecosse]

I got that covered. :thumbs up::thumbs up: I'm half expecting him to bring "Fred" his pet Black Guillemot with him. :lol:

:moonie: :lol::lol:

For those of you who have not yet met "Fred" here is a pix

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n207/obanmini2/Nature/_E2Q0698-Copy_zpse8a2694c.jpg (http://s113.photobucket.com/user/obanmini2/media/Nature/_E2Q0698-Copy_zpse8a2694c.jpg.html)

[badwolf340]

:moonie: :lol::lol:

For those of you who have not yet met "Fred" here is a pix

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n207/obanmini2/Nature/_E2Q0698-Copy_zpse8a2694c.jpg (http://s113.photobucket.com/user/obanmini2/media/Nature/_E2Q0698-Copy_zpse8a2694c.jpg.html)
hope you bring Fred along ...he will be great with some chips :popcorn:

[AndyP & Lenore]

:moonie: :lol::lol:

For those of you who have not yet met "Fred" here is a pix

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n207/obanmini2/Nature/_E2Q0698-Copy_zpse8a2694c.jpg


hope you bring Fred along ...he will be great with some chips :popcorn:

:lol: :lol:

[mini mad andy]

Sorry Andy but I am not going to be able to make it along on Friday.


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[AndyP & Lenore]

Sorry Andy but I am not going to be able to make it along on Friday.


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No bother Andy, thanks for letting me know.:thumbs up:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Folks I need to confirm numbers on THURSDAY, so if there's anyone else on the list who is now not able to make this meet, could you please let me know.

And, of course, there's still room if others would like to join us. It's always a great night.:thumbs up:

[ianking]

Kings are still going.

Are we all meeting in the restaurant at 8pm or are we all meeting up in the car park first and going up together?

[DigitalLemming]

I'm definitely in now :thumbs up:

Wheres everybody parking for this? The only car park I know in the area is the Greenrow one which I think is below ish the Omni?

[AndyP & Lenore]

Kings are still going.

Are we all meeting in the restaurant at 8pm or are we all meeting up in the car park first and going up together?


I'm definitely in now :thumbs up:

Wheres everybody parking for this? The only car park I know in the area is the Greenrow one which I think is below ish the Omni?

Good stuff guys.:thumbs up: Update post coming up soon for parking etc. ;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

Suggest we all meet in the NCP at Greenside Place - underneath the Omni Centre.

We address is here: http://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/edinburgh-greenside-place/

Suggest we meet from 7pm. Table(s) booked for 7.30pm so that gives us a chance for a wee chat before eating.

Suggest we all park at the far end of the car park - on the same level as you enter the car park. However, I realise it may not be very easy to get all of the cars together. We'll just need to play it by ear. Not much else we can do.

A wee word of warning... After the meal and you pay for your parking, you will only have a limited amount of time to leave the car park before they try to re-charge you. So, any chit-chatting needs to be done BEFORE you pay for your parking.

Any questions.... fire away.:thumbs up:

Looking forward to this. :thumbs up:

[Mini Ecosse]

Suggest we all meet in the NCP at Greenside Place - underneath the Omni Centre.

We address is here: http://www.ncp.co.uk/find-a-car-park/car-parks/edinburgh-greenside-place/

Suggest we meet from 7pm. Table(s) booked for 7.30pm so that gives us a chance for a wee chat before eating.

Suggest we all park at the far end of the car park - on the same level as you enter the car park. However, I realise it may not be very easy to get all of the cars together. We'll just need to play it by ear. Not much else we can do.

A wee word of warning... After the meal and you pay for your parking, you will only have a limited amount of time to leave the car park before they try to re-charge you. So, any chit-chatting needs to be done BEFORE you pay for your parking.

Any questions.... fire away.:thumbs up:

Looking forward to this. :thumbs up:

Still going :thumbs up: Any chance of a sub for the car parking charges lol

[AndyP & Lenore]

Still going :thumbs up: Any chance of a sub for the car parking charges lol

There's no such thing as cheap parking in Edinburgh these days.

[Craig]

We have to pay for parking? Is this what going to big cities is like ?? :lol:


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[AndyP & Lenore]

We have to pay for parking? Is this what going to big cities is like ?? :lol:


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Am no even biting. Not in the mood.:frown:

[ianking]

Will meet in the car park about 7pm then.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Will meet in the car park about 7pm then.

:thumbs up:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Final numbers confirmed to the restaurant. But if anyone else want's to join in, I doubt they would say no.:thumbs up:

[MINI William]

Looking forward to this

[AndyP & Lenore]

Looking forward to this

Me too. We haven't had a social night for ages. :yes nod:

[Mini Ecosse]

Me too. We haven't had a social night for ages. :yes nod:

Ditto :thumbs up:

[Sideways Steve]

Have a good one tonight everyone ! :)

[cuddles]

Nt long see you all soon xx

[Eddie_JCW]

I'm looking forward to it

[Eddie_JCW]

Really enjoyed tonight! Thanks again Andy & Lenore for organising.

[stoney]

Yep good night had 👍👍 thanks Mr and Mrs P Jessica got home and took her full bottle and is now on 2nd helping well see she slept all the time we where out :lol:

[DigitalLemming]

Great night - looking forward to the next one already. Thanks Andy and Lenore for organising everything.

Made it home successfully in about 45 min! Not bad for me at all :lol:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Well we both had a blast tonight. It was great catching up and there was some great banter tonight. Good laugh. Thanks to everyone for coming along and making it a great night. :thumbs up::thumbs up:

[MINI William]

Great night last night. Thank you to Andy and Lenore for organising. Great to catch up with people.

[cuddles]

Had a fab night last night thanks again A & L xxxx Hope to see you all again soon xxx

[ianking]

Had a good time out and good to catch up. Thanks Andy & Lenore.
Great to get the mini united deck chair that is being put away as a collectable for Hamish along with a few other things I've bought for him all ready.
Many thanks to Stephen and Allyson for the lovely presents for Hamish.

[badwolf340]

As said by others great night ,good for the focus of night on people and not the cars for a change and good to go to the pub after ....whens the next one then ????? :yes nod:

[Craig]

Great night with food and banter. Mee maw mee maw ! :lol:

Roll on the next one ! :)


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[Mini Ecosse]

Aye good craik last night. Good to catch up with you all and meet the newest/youngest NMS members.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Great night with food and banter. Mee maw mee maw ! :lol:

Roll on the next one ! :)




We were sat outside Wetherspoon's and the police went flying by, blues and two's blaring away. I shouted.. "THERE'S CRAIG, HANGING OUT THE WINDOW!!!" :lol: :lol:

[Craig]

PMSL !! :lol:


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[badwolf340]

We were sat outside Wetherspoon's and the police went flying by, blues and two's blaring away. I shouted.. "THERE'S CRAIG, HANGING OUT THE WINDOW!!!" :lol: :lol:
PMSL

[EcosseGP]

^^Joined lothians traffic have we big fella ?
Sounds like a great night sorry I couldn't make it .. Hopefully next time :)

[Craig]

Nah, I wouldn't know what to do with all the money ! Lol. I'll explain it to you tomorrow :)


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