Ladles and jellyspoons, welcome back to sunny Tenerife! It’s your pal Tim Dowd here, broadcasting LIVE from the Nebula Bar in beautiful Callao Salvaje. This week’s Midweek Meetup started off solo (nobody registered—boohoo!) but turned into a full-blown party with surprise guests, cold beers, and brilliant banter.
I chatted with Michael from Campbeltown (yes, THAT Campbeltown!), and we dove into everything from retiring in Tenerife, the price of beer, life back in Scotland, to my world-famous salmon and feta recipe (you know the one). We even got photobombed by Sean wearing my merch—legend!
You’ll also get:
Juicy local gossip (a campervan exploded?!) My candid thoughts on retiring abroad Behind-the-scenes tech fails and camera chaos Live shoutouts to viewers and heartfelt thanks A sneak peek into my recipe channel and gear tips
So grab a cold Dorada, kick back, and let me bring a bit of Tenerife sunshine to your screen. And hey, if you’re ever on the island—come say hello!
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Cheers, big ears!
Title: Midweek Meetup Live Chat with Tim Dowd in Tenerife
Duration: ~90 minutes
Format: Casual live-stream broadcast
Overview:
Tim Dowd hosts a relaxed and interactive live-stream session from the Nebula Bar in Callao Salvaje, Tenerife. The stream is characterized by friendly banter, lighthearted updates, travel tips, and spontaneous conversations with viewers and live guests. Though the “midweek meetup” had no prior registrants, viewers join virtually, and local guest Michael appears in person for a chat and drink.
Key Highlights:
Opening Monologue: Tim introduces the windy day and his setup issues, including a shaky table that Rafael, a staff member, helps fix. Notes that no one registered for the meetup but invites viewers from a nearby hotel to stop by. Cleaning Humor & Product Endorsement: Tim enthusiastically promotes a quirky screen-cleaning product (“water bears”) and explains how to clean and reuse them. Discusses minor technical glitches like dusty screens and streaming setup tweaks. Viewer Shoutouts: Tim greets numerous live viewers, reading names and responding to comments in real time. Frequent jokes and good-natured teasing around names and typos. Guest Interview – Michael from Campbeltown, Scotland: Michael and Tim discuss Michael’s return trip to Tenerife, accommodation at the Mine Hotel, and dining experiences. Conversations explore travel habits, retirement plans, and the pros/cons of self-catering vs. hotel stays. Discussion turns philosophical about working life, retirement dreams, and enjoying the present. A humorous tangent touches on Jackie Stewart and family holidays in Scotland. Life in Tenerife: Tim shares perspectives on expat life, costs, sustainability incentives at hotels, and the quietness of low season. Gives practical tips for anyone considering relocating to Tenerife (e.g. commit fully, rent before buying). Brief discussion on affordable local produce, cooking habits, and traditional food customs. Cultural Exchange: Michael talks about his daughter studying Gaelic education in Edinburgh. Explores differences between Gaelic and Scots, and touches on language preservation and higher education pathways. Local News & Community Updates: Reports of a campervan explosion and a fire at a new Popeyes in the Adeje shopping center. A bakery in the village is up for rent; Tim encourages qualified bakers to inquire. YouTube Channel Talk: Tim discusses how his videos help people plan their holidays, and how YouTube subscriber purges are affecting creators. Encourages viewers to support via PayPal and subscribe to his cooking/recipe channel. Food Talk & Cooking Ideas: Details on a salmon and feta recipe video. Shares tonight’s plan: langoustines and garlic bread with mango sauce. Playful foodie banter throughout. Community Vibes & Farewells:
Viewer drop-ins, surprise guest Sean from Leeds (wearing Tim’s merch). Tim and Michael toast with brandy and reflect on the community and connections fostered by the livestream. Ends with thanks to viewers, donors, and an update on his daughter Stephanie’s health recovery after surgery.
Tone & Style:
Friendly, casual, humorous, community-driven, and heartfelt.