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AFFINITY LUXURY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE AUGUST 2016 ISSUE 63
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August 2016
Hot Hair
Don’t neglect your hair this summer
Safari meets the Ocean
Wake up beautiful
We show you how
An exclusive Kenyan experience
Box set addict?
Midlife Madness shares her addiction with us
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Welcome... Hi Everyone the Mostess’ and a ‘Domestic Goddess’ all rolled into one.
Isn’t it amazing how much more positive you find your attitude when the sun is shining, and how much better you feel within yourself – Which may mean for all you singletons out there its time to start looking for love – Well at least a couple of dates – page 15 tells you all about ‘The Modern Rules of Dating’ and how to go about getting that all important second date.
Next month we have a BIG surprise when our September issue is out – If you can’t wait that long to find out what it is, keep following and liking us on FB, Twitter and Instagram and we may just reveal all! Until next month
Of course when you go on your date you’ll want to look your best so why not browse our fashion pages and see what style inspiration you get (page 27).
Jane x
If you’re heading off on holiday this month, sun protection is always top of your shopping list, but don’t forget your hair needs some protection too. We bring you a round up of some of our favourite sun heroes for our hair (page 22). If you’re having a BBQ or garden party why not serve your guests a selection of our mouth watering desserts (page 44) that are so easy to make (but your guests don’t need to know that) they’ll just think you’re the ‘Hostess with
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CONTENTS
10 Beauty Updates 14 Boob Buster 18 Wakeup beautiful
21 Hot Picks 24 Taking Responsibility 31 Glam-esp
36 Foodie News 38 A Little Taste of Italy 42 Jamie’s Risotto
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Summer Wines Flower Power Men & Moisture Safari Meets the Ocean Your Stars
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Ltd Very affordable true HANDLELESS GERMAN kitchens now in store
Forget the sales hype just give us a try, you WILL be pleasantly surprised
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Radiant Glow
Moon Light GHOST have announced the launch of a new addition to its Moon Fragrance collection, Whitelight. Notes include peach, mandarin, pear, jasmine, violet, rose, patchouli, vanilla and amber. Housed in the classic crescent bottle with a holographic twist, a spectrum of light reflects off every angle. Priced at £25 (30ml) and £34 (50ml) and available exclusively at The Perfume Shop.
BEAUTY UPDATES
A Little Soap & Glory
Soap & Glory have just introduced a number of new cosmetics. Products comprise Supercat Skinny (£6.50), an easy precision black ink eyeliner with a calligraph-flick super-fine tip, 12-hour longwear technology, water-resistant polymers and a glossy finish; Made You Blush (£9), a collection of three blendable and creamy cheek colours which include a mirror and brush inside the compact; and two eye palettes including Kick Into Neutral (£13) and The Ultimate Collection (£13) - all products are available from Boots. 10
Estée Lauder have launched their Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Radiant Makeup. This make-up and pro tool in one offers an innovative, easy to use foundation. With a built-in cushion tip to dispense the long wearing, instantly hydrating foundation and seamlessly blend away imperfections to reveal a smooth, flawless, radiant glow. Available from beauty counters nationwide priced at £28.
Diamond Hair
The Diamond Radiance Heated Smoothing Brush is the latest hair tool from BaByliss. This new solution for kinky or frizz-prone locks is designed to deliver fast, easy smoothness as you brush, it keeps hair looking shiny and healthy with natural volume. Perfect smoothing with no flattening, this heated brush features a unique bristle combination with heated ceramic straightening fins, which work to smooth strands from the root to tip. Priced at £80 and available from selected stores including Boots, Very, and John Lewis.
Supreme Moisture
Dr Sebagh have launched its Supreme Day Cream. This ‘ageing-maintenance’ moisturiser is designed to help shield the skin against High Energy Visible Light (£145). The formula works to restore the skin’s lipidic film, hydrate and protect the skin against environmental aggression and pollution.
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Fake It
You’re ready to hit the beach, only problem is your legs look whitewashed – fear not, try our pick of the best leg bronzers to make sure they look flawless in shorts
Clarins Instant Smooth Self Tanning £20 Debenhams Lancome Flash Bronzer Legs Gel £24.50 John Lewis
Calze Spray - Spray on Tights £16 M&S
Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs £9.99 Boots
Tarte Glam Gams Leg Bronzing Stick £22.50 QVC
This Works Perfect Legs Sculpt & Shine £28 Boots L'Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze Dream Legs £6.66 Boots
MAC Skinsheen Leg Spray £49.99 maccosmetics.co.uk
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Veda Therapeutics Carolyn wood Herbal Medicine - Ayuverda Naturopathy - Therapeutic Massage - Ear Acupuncture
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Boob Buster Nip+Fab Body Bust Fix£8.39, Boots
Want firmer breasts without the surgery? Then these breast firming creams are for you
Rodial Super Fit Boob Job £65, rodial.co.uk
Freezeframe Non Surgical Breast Enhancer £35.95, .lookfantastic.com
Palmers Cocoa Butter Breast Firming Cream £6.50 Boots
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Clarins Firming Bust Beauty Extra Lift Gel £34.95, allbeauty.com
Dr Organic Moroccan Argan Oil Breast Firming Cream £15.99, Holland and Barrett Bliss Leave it To Cleavage £35 feelunique.com
Pupa Breast Enhancing Firming Cream £49, lookfantastic.com. jpg
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The Modern Rules of Dating Too many kisses on a text, sending a Facebook friend request and taking longer than 15 minutes to respond to a message all put pay to a second date, according to new research. A study exploring the dos and don’ts of dating highlights the rules singletons should adhere to if they want to follow up a first date with a second. Men should be the ones to first send a text after a successful first meeting and women should respond within a quarter of an hour if keen. But when making contact, a maximum of TWO kisses is all that is required – any more and the potential love interest may be put off, any less and you’re in danger of seeming ‘cold’.
texting back straight away is a sign of being ‘too keen’ with the majority saying they’re happy to get right back in contact with a potential love interest.
The study also revealed that locking lips is acceptable at the end of date one – if things have gone well – although a smooch is more likely after the second encounter.
Venturing online is stickier territory. On average, it’s best to wait until some point between the third and fourth dates before sending a Facebook friend request or following them on Twitter.
Jo Hemmings, Behavioural Psychologist said: “The advance of smartphones has made dating both easier, and more difficult. There are countless apps to help people find dates, but the conundrum of how soon to follow someone on social media or get in contact opens up a new layer of pitfalls.”
Half of us say we’ve looked up a potential date online before meeting in person, to get a feel for their personality and see more pictures – and 15 per cent say they’ve cancelled a date after seeing something on social media they didn’t like.
“Our parents may have had nothing more complicated to worry about than when to ring a date up on the landline, but these days there are dozens of methods of communication that all have to be carefully orchestrated.”
When actually on the date, there are countless faux pas to avoid - Don’t get lost talking about yourself, the mistakes you’ve made and your exes. When getting to know someone new they want to know all about you in the present and not who you were in a past relationship.
The study shows that three is the magic number when it comes to the number of dates needed before an overnight stay, although one in 10 say they’ll need over 10 dates to get to that point.
Thankfully, old school dating rules no longer apply, which is probably a good thing, but there are still some guidelines that come in handy in the search for love;
A definite no-no is waiting for the other person to text first. Half of respondents say that they want their potential love interest to make the first contact – which means the other half of daters will be disappointed. It seems that playing it cool may be a thing of the past, too – a third of people reckon they’ll text back within a quarter of an hour, with just 5 percent saying they’d wait as long as two hours. Just 23 percent of people think that
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Send first text message – After one date Go for first kiss – After two dates Send Facebook friend request – After three dates Spend the night – After four dates Introduce partner to friends – After five dates
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Could these 10 ‘healthy’ foods be stopping you from shedding those extra pounds? to the amount of white rice in each serving. Some outlets do have brown rice sushi which would be better, but that is still a higher serving of starchy carbohydrates to vegetables and protein. It would be healthier to have a fist sized portion of protein alongside half a dinning plates worth of vegetables and a brown rice portion that fits into an espresso coffee mug,” (Shona Wilkinson, Nutritionist at SuperfoodUK.com).
When roaming around the supermarket many of us are adding items that we think will help us reach our weight loss goal and improve our overall health. However, in some case these foods could be contributing to our jeans feeling that bit tighter, or just pumping more of the sweet stuff into our bodies. Our Nutritionists reveal all… “Weight loss is all about cutting calories. This is a myth. All calories are not created equally. Calories from sugar and refined carbohydrates are likely to be stored as fat, whereas calories from healthy fats such as protein and vegetables are to help shed fat. I’d recommend that you skip calorie counting and shed the weight by eating whole, unprocessed foods,” explains Lily Soutter, Nutritionist and weight loss expert at lilysoutternutrition.com.
Honey “Although this is a natural sugar, you should only use it sparingly. Honey is a simple sugar, made up primarily of glucose and fructose, and so it is absorbed into your blood stream quickly hence, it’s not ideal for controlling your blood sugar, or trying to loose weight. The fructose content can be up to 40% in some honeys.” (www.marilynglenville.com).
Friend or Foe?
Rice milk “Plant milks are not only a helpful alternative for those who genuinely cannot tolerate animal milks, but many people drink them because of the trend to consume less
Sushi “The amount of protein and vegetables you actually get in sushi is often very tiny (if not minuscule) in comparison 16
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dairy. Rice milk unfortunately is made from white rice which is quite sugary and release its sugar more quickly than brown rice. Instead look for a brown rice brand (they used to be almost non existent) but companies are slowly realising brown is better than white,” explains Shona.
choice – fruit is good for us, right? But a single serving bottle of fruit smoothie can easily contain 25 grams of sugar or more – that’s 5 to 6 teaspoons! Therefore, these drinks are not a great idea especially when trying to shed a few extra pounds. Try making your own smoothie at home with 100g of berries, quarter of a large avocado (or half a small one), a small handful of spinach and topped up with unsweetened almond milk. As well as containing less sugar, it will fill you up for longer and make you less likely to want to snack on sweet foods later in the day,” says Shona.
Tofu burgers “Soya products such as tofu burgers are often touted as being ‘healthier’ than eating meat and commonly used to fulfill protein requirements by vegetarians and vegans. However, soya contains small amounts of plant oestrogens. These may be helpful for women who have menopaused (no longer have a period) and therefore have a diminished supply of natural oestrogen in the body, but women who are still of menstruating age often do not need extra oestrogen. Eating soya products in moderation is preferable, for example once or twice per week, but not all day every day,” says Nutritionist, Cassandra Barns.
Low fat fruit Yogurt “The label might say ‘low fat fruit yogurt’ and so you would think it would help with controlling your weight, but the yogurt can contain up to 8 teaspoons of added refined sugar. Often sugar is the next ingredient after milk in highest amounts in the yogurt. This type of yogurt will be a high GI food, causing your body to release more insulin to deal with the quick rise in blood sugar (blood glucose) and insulin is your fat storing hormone of the body,” says Marilyn. Butter spreads “Butter spreads often combine a smaller amount of butter with buttermilk or other oils, which may seem healthier due to the bad reputation of saturated fats. Those with buttermilk and without vegetable oils may not be a bad option. However, spreads that do contain a higher content of vegetable oils may not be a good choice. In order to make vegetable oils (which are naturally liquid at room temperature) into a solid substance, they may be partially 'hydrogenated'. This process changes the structure of the fat molecules in the oil, and they can turn into an unhealthy form of fat called a ‘trans’ fat. This type of fat is not found naturally in foods or in our body. When we consume these types of fats, they may be incorporated into our cell walls and replace the natural fats that should be there; and when consumed in large quantities, they may be linked to negative effects on our health, for example, for heart health and hormonal balance. Real butter may be high in saturated fat, but At least this is a 'natural' fat. When consumed in moderation as part of a healthy diet, it should not be a cause for concern for most people,” explains Shona.
Cereal bars “They sound so healthy – surely cereal is good for you? Yes cereal itself may be fine – especially if its wholegrain. But many cereal bars contain a great deal of refined sugar and worse – sugar syrups, such as glucose and high fructose corn syrup. These types of sugar syrups travel through our bodies very quickly and are potentially damaging on a cellular level – which isn’t good for immune system and skin for example. Fruit added to cereal bars is often pre-coated in sweet syrups so that just loads on more sugar,” says Shona.
Wholemeal bread “If you want to buy a healthier loaf of bread, make sure you choose one which is made using wholegrain wheat (or ‘whole’ versions of other/mixed grains) as the main ingredient. Those labeled ‘wholemeal’ are usually made from the whole grain. However, avoid those that just say ‘brown’ bread – this can be made from refined grains with colourings added to make it look brown. Also, look carefully at all the ingredients of your bread, even wholemeal loaves, as they can contain less-healthy ingredients such as sugar and salt, potato starch, and stabilisers. Usually, the smaller the number of ingredients, and the fewer chemical-sounding names, the healthier it is!” says Shona.
Muesli “Muesli conjures up a picture of a healthy breakfast and is often accompanied in adverts in a beautiful alpine setting with trees, bright blue skies, clear lakes and clean air. But not all muesli’s are the same, and as with anything you buy you need to read the label and not just go by the hype on the front of the packet. Many can be laden with high amounts of added sugar and salt and this can turn a healthy breakfast into an unhealthy one,” explains Marilyn. Premade smoothies “Shop-bought fruit smoothies can seem like a healthy
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Wake Up
Beautiful
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When it comes to your beauty routine, sleep may be the closest thing there is to a fountain of youth, so with the help of our experts we bring you the “Top to Toe” guide to sleeping soundly and waking up beautiful.
our shut-eye. Lavender has been shown to decrease heart rate and blood pressure, putting you in a relaxed state. Having lavender oils, candles or pillow spray in your room can be a great part of a relaxing bedtime routine.
Organise your mind Hectic and busy lifestyles can often make it impossible to switch off, when we’re worrying about all the jobs we need to do the next day. “At least an hour before bed, put together a ‘to do’ list. This can prevent worries or mulling over tasks for the next day whilst trying to sleep,” advises Lily Soutter, Nutritionist and weight loss expert at www.lilysoutternutrition.com.
Snack to sleep Although a big meal before going to sleep isn’t recommended, having a light bedtime snack can help you drift off easily. “A snack of a complex carbohydrate food before bed, such as a couple of oatcakes, half a slice of rye bread or some rye crackers with a bit of hummus can give a gentle release of energy and help to stop you waking up hungry during the night”, advises Shona Wilkinson, Nutritionist at Superfood UK (www.superfooduk.com).
Switch off for your eyes Most of us are guilty of scrolling through our social media feeds or emails before bed. While we think this can be a relaxing habit before we drift off, it does in fact have the opposite effect, due to the harmful blue light being emitted from electrical devices. “Blocking blue light before bed can transform sleep. Blue light from laptops, phones, ipads and TV’s can trick our brain into thinking that it’s daytime. This can disrupt the brain’s natural sleep-wake cycle leading to a poor night’s sleep.
Relax those toes We all know there’s nothing better than putting our feet up after a long day, and while the thought of a relaxing foot massage sending us off to sleep sounds amazing, it's not always possible. Take matters into your own hands (and feet) and relieve those tired soles with a PediRoller from Carnation Footcare. Simply placing the cooling PediRoller under your foot and rolling it back and forth can work wonders. For an extra anti-inflammatory effect, the PediRoller can be frozen before use, which will help to reduce any swelling and ease the tension in the underside of the feet. Carnation Footcare PediRoller, £9.48, available from Boots or www.carnationfootcare.co.uk.
Regenerate your skin It is a well-known fact that skin repairs itself while we’re sleeping. Make sure you’ve got your pre-bedtime beauty right by applying What Skin Needs’ new Hydrating Facial Serum after cleansing. This sumptuous serum, containing Plantolin and Vitamin E, encourages skin cell renewal whilst targeting scarring and pigmentation, healing skin while you sleep. What Skin Needs’ Hydrating Facial Serum, £17.99, available from www.whatskinneeds.co.uk.
*Bonus Beauty Sleep Tip*: Take a magnesium bath for full body relaxation Magnesium is a calming mineral and has been dubbed ‘natures tranquiliser’. Those who are under a lot of stress are often deficient in magnesium. Magnesium is absorbed well transdermally, making baths a relaxing way to increase our intake. Try some relaxing magnesium bath salts from your local health store.
Breathe easy Whether you’re a silent sleeper or the loud foghorn snorer, what we breathe in while we sleep can affect the quality of
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Midlife Madness Beware of the Box Set Apologies in advance but this month I really do need to get something off my chest and so I need to confide in you, of course I know my secret - even my guilty secret - will be safe with you! I guess it’s been going on a month or so now, it’s very intense and I find myself drawn into all sorts of lies to cover my tracks which, of course, was never what I intended. At the outset I thought it was all completely harmless - a bit of a diversion really for those quiet evenings when not much was going on. But as with lots of seemingly harmless diversions it doesn’t seem to take too long before you become embroiled and sort of addicted, you find yourself thinking about it during the day, even cancelling things or making excuses so you can get back to it, and as many of us will have experienced, after the thrill and almost intoxication comes the break -up! But even then I know that it won’t be long before I find myself drawn into another very similar situation.
good drama. It starts out with just an episode a night when I am just getting acquainted with my latest box set, but, as is the way of things, it quickly increases as I get caught up with the characters and the plots and often they leave you fretting about what has happened to your hero or heroine - so you simply have to watch the next episode….and the next…and the next. That is the stage where I think, from my own experience, great care should be exercised. I guess it is ok to watch 2 or even 3 but when you find yourself yawning at 3am still unable to turn off your ‘device’ well you are, quite frankly, straying into the problem area. If you don’t take care the next step will be deciding to take a day off work, or simply spend a whole 24 hours pretty much just eating and watching - isn’t it funny how watching a series also seems to make you want to eat and drink, I do hope it’s not just me! So not only do you run the risk of going square eyed, you could become obese and an alcoholic all though over-indulgence in a box set! Not to mention the dangers of ruined relationships, getting the sack or forgetting, at least for a few days, that you have responsibilities, dogs to walk, cats to feed or even small children to care for!! I think as a society, at the very least, there should be a warning - a bit like on a good book where they’d say it might be difficult to put down - box sets can seriously damage your health unless you are either a very disciplined individual or you have simply chosen a very boring box set.
I am of course talking about the love affair that happens with a box set. As a child and even as an adult, I actually remember a time when there was no Sky or Netflix, illegal streaming sites didn’t exist - in fact I even remember a time before videos so you would literally have to make it home on time to see the latest episode of your favourite drama - I bet lots of people reading this will even remember where they were when they watched JR being shot in Dallas!! Nowadays of course, things have moved on with ever improving technology - but that has changed our habits too. Watching one episode a week is seriously not enough. In fact I just don’t bother, I either record the whole series, or I indulge in a box set. I like to think that as I work away from home sometimes, it is a sort of perk - being stuck in a hotel room doesn’t seem nearly so bad when I have the company of a
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But even those problems are not nearly so heart rending as that moment when you come to the end of the season and realise that the next season hasn’t been released - or worse still there are no more. I can almost feel myself hyperventilating!! That truly is a box set bereavement and frankly the only cure is start another one IMMEDIATELY.
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JuiceBurst Skinny £1.29 - £1.99, Superdrug
Soap & Glory Arm-A-Gooden £10, Boots
AFFINITY HOT PICKS
Gingham Block Heel Sandals £278, www.jcrew.com
Acqua di Parma Le Nobili Fragrance £76, John Lewis
HIPPEAS Chickpea Snacks £0.99, Boots
Hotel Chocolat The Summer Collection £35, Hotel Chocolat
This month’s must have gifts and accessories
Jo Malone Peony & Moss Charity Candle £44, www.jomalone.co.uk
Finding Dory Ultimate Disney Case £79, www.samsonite.co.uk
Sketch and Sniff Pencils £8, John Lewis
Classic Two Coin Necklace (Rose Gold) £35, www.sparklingjewellery.co.uk
Occles Uv Certified Travel Sleep Mask £22, www.amazon.co.uk
Heathcote & Ivory Bath Fizzer Tin Caddy £10, www.heathcote-ivory.com
Mojito Recipe Garden Directors Chair £59, www.notonthehighstreet.com
Lulu Guiness Smiley Bag £295 www.luluguinness.com
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Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair £21.50, www.aveda.co.uk
Hot Head
Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray £22, Boots
Don’t neglect your hair this summer, make sure you protect them from sun and sea damage with these hair heroes
Philip Kingsley Citrus Sunshine Swimcap £13 www.philipkingsley.co.uk
Rituals Sun Protection Hair Spray £15, Debenhams
Wella SP Sun UV Spray £18 Boots Ultrasun Daily UV Hair Protector £24 M&S
Toni & Guy Sea Salt texturising Spray £7.99 Boots
Tigi Bed Head Beach Freak Moisturising Detangler Spray £10.85, wwwlookfantastic.com
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Kreation at Kreative Just Got Better Kreative Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms were established in 2008. They have recently relocated from their Kempston showroom to Prebend Street in Bedford and are hoping the new showroom will show their customers just how unique they are. Whether it be a kitchen makeover with new doors and worktops or a fully fitted kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, study or bespoke storage solution, Kreative can fulfill all of your design and installation needs at very competitive prices. With exclusive bespoke products, out of the box design inspiration and a small, friendly team you won't find a better service locally. Whether you’re wanting a sleek, modern gloss finish or a traditional Farrow and Ball painted look, Kreative can make your dreams a reality.
Call Kreative to book a design consultation on 01234 300023 or pop in and see the new showroom. www.kkbespoke.co.uk
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Learning to
Take Responsibility
I believe we are solely responsible for our choices, and we have to accept the consequences of every deed, word and thought throughout our lifetime. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
W
e all have moments when we like to dodge responsibility, sometimes things are clearly our responsibility – and others aren’t or shouldn’t be. What I am talking about here is the emotional responsibility we can feel about all sorts of things or even the way we might blame others for situations we find ourselves in or feelings that we have. What I’m concentrating on here is acknowledging the things you can and should take responsibility for and being clear about the things you can’t or shouldn’t take responsibility for - it really will make life a lot easier.
One thing that is often NOT your responsibility is the hand that life deals out. Yes, life is unfair; sometimes bad things happen to good people. You may be responsible for some things - a consequence of an earlier action perhaps but, like the weather, there are a lot of aspects of life that you simply are not responsible for. So don’t waste time telling 24
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Take responsibility and initiative for yourself. Stop blaming your circumstances on what you are not able to change. Sonya Teclas
How often do you hear people say that they aren’t happy with their life or that particular things are making them feel a particular way? I have certainly heard it a number of times and the sad thing is that as long as people believe that they can’t change things, because somehow it is all down to other people, then their lives won’t improve. However dire the circumstances might seem there will be some parts of the situation that you can decide to take responsibility for and actually work to change. But you will never have the motivation to do that while you think that all your problems are down to others or even to circumstances. Fairy tales might have a Prince or Fairy Godmother to sort things out but that is rarely the case in life - it is almost always up to you. Accept responsibility for your life. Know that it is you who will get you where you want to go no one else Les Brown
However as a therapist I can spend a lot of time trying to help people understand what is NOT their responsibility. It really isn’t fair to feel responsible for how others feel when you make a decision in your own best interests. So if a friend needs help it is always nice if we can oblige - after all we ourselves will need help sometime. But if you can’t for some reason and they choose to be offended, you really can’t be held responsible for their feelings. The same applies to situations where people try to guilt you into doing things you don’t want to do - you are actually at liberty to make your own decision and how others choose to respond to you or your decision is up to them, it really isn’t your responsibility. So remember, you can really only be responsible for yourself and your own happiness and let’s be honest that is usually more than enough for anyone.
yourself you are unlucky or that bad things always happen to you. The simple fact is that life is wonderful but it is not fair, people get ill, people lose jobs, relationships fail. Be honest with yourself, but unless challenges are a result or consequence of your own earlier actions then don’t take responsibility for everything that happens. Having said that YOU can be and are responsible for how you react to what happens. That is definitely down to you. You could go around saying life is not fair (true) or that you are unlucky (not really true) or you can accept that what happens might not be down to you, but how you react is completely your responsibility.
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If you struggle with responsibility contact Attuned Education on 07921193479 info@attunededucation.com. www.attunededucation.com
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FASHION
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BHS
Casual Cami
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Black Vest £20 River Island
Bobble Trim Cami £25 Wallis
matalan
very Flower Cami £16 Miss Selfridge
Blue Stripe Cami £14.99 New Look
Pale Blue Pleated Cami £19.99 New Look
Patterned Cami £25 Miss Selfridge
White Print Cami £18 Glamorous
H by Henry Holland Cam £20 Debenhams
Lace Trim Cami £12.99 New Look
Rust Cam £16 River Island
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Short Style
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Linea Printed Shorts £39 House of Fraser Printed Shorts £18 Next
Beige Shorts Pretty Little Thing
Pom Pom Shorts £18 Next
Matalan Embroided Shorts £29 Very
Levis 501 Denim Shorts £45 House of Fraser
Pattern Shorts £28 Miss Selfridge
Shorts River Island
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This simple canvas shoe is both comfortable and chic and never dates making it a style statement year after year.
Sophia Webster Juana Espadrilles £195 net-a-porter.com
Blue Fringed Espadrille £42 Office
Jill Sanders Graphic Flowers £70 coggles.com
Denim Print £15 JD Williams
Georga Espadrilles £100 Dune
Monochrome Wrap £24 Next
Pierre Hardy Ribbon Tie Espadrille £285 shopstyle.co.uk
Soludos Candy Stripe Espadrilles £49 John Lewis
Tie Up Espadrilles £24 River Island Printed Espadrilles £45 Next
Yellow Fever
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Cut Out Top £16 Very
Jaeger Drape Neck Dress £75
Daisy Chain Top £39.95 White Stuff
Twiggy Trousers £35 M&S
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Louche Printed Dress £79 JOY
Panelled Tote Bag £24.99 New Look Top £28 Miss Selfridge
Floppy Hat £15 Accessorize
Wedge Sandals £75 Dune
Linen Jacket £35 M&Co
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Ichi Avelyn Halterneck Maxi £57 JOY
Tie Dye Maxi £59 Monsoon Floral Print Maxi dress £18 F&F
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Myleene Klass Ruffle Maxi £89 Very
Pleated Maxi £59 Very
Stripe Maxi £45 Miss Selfridge
Flower Maxi £ River Island
Indigo Stripe Split Maxi £35 Glamorous
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FOOD & DRINK
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Welcome Santa Monica
Overlooking some of London's most iconic landmarks, SkyLounge’s outdoor roof terrace has been transformed into a chic bar with a beachside feel. Chill out with frozen margaritas, sip on tropical Pineapple Mimosas or try-out the Santa Monica Sunset Martini served with cotton candy. Wholeheartedly embracing the Santa Monica way of life, the food menu is fresh and healthy with a dash of decadence. Complete with its very own palm trees and sand area, it's the ultimate city spot to soak up the sun. www.santamonicaskylounge.com
FOODIE NEWS
Cheers to the Party
The new Makers & Co Infused Wine Cocktails are the perfect pair to WOW your garden party guests this summer. Offering up two lightly sparkling wine cocktails, they will instantly impress your guests, infused with natural flavours – the choices are Lime, Mint & Hibiscus or Cranberry, Rose Petal & Hibiscus – What one will you choose? Available from Sainsbury’s with a RRP of £5.50 per bottle.
Good Hemp
Super Seeds
Mello Watermelon Seeds are a delicious, nutritional powerhouse, priced at £3.29 and available from Planet Organic. These lightly roasted & seasoned with either mild chilli or lightly salted they make the perfect healthy snack, or topping for salads, dips and recipes.
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Cold Pressed Good Hemp Oil is a healthier alternative to other culinary oils. Packed with Omega 3, this little bottle of nutritional goodness makes a great alternative to olive oil and can be used in a similar way on salads, dressings, in cooking and shallow frying. Priced at £6 and available from all good health shops. This super oil delivers 25 times more Omega 3 than Olive Oil and contains 40% less saturated fat.
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ITALY
A Little Taste of
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truly authentic delicious Italian dishes so I was pleased to see that the menu was a duplicate of the Ampthill one. As always the decision of what to choose was a difficult one, although it was helped slightly by the nice cool glass of prosecco I had in my hand.
beautiful Summer’s evening (yes we do get them!) and we were off to Woburn to take a culinary journey around Italy at the newly opened Fratelli Italian Restaurant – And before you all start telling me I have the wrong village and that Fratelli is in Ampthill it is, but the 3 brothers Carmelo, Mario and Antonio have decided to open their second restaurant under the Fratelli brand, this time in the picturesque village of Woburn.
Choices were made and we teased our tastebuds with some olives and breads whilst waiting for our starters. Bruschetta Funghi (pan fried button mushrooms, smoked bacon and garlic in a creamy white wine sauce served on toasted Italian bread) the creamy texture of the mushrooms on the toasted bread was a delicious combination, with the garlic and bacon adding that extra bit of flavour, definitely a big hit for me. Antipasto Parma (thin sliced Parma ham, grilled aubergines, roasted peppers, grilled courgettes, marinated olives, mozzarella, wild rocket and salami Napoli) was hubby’s choice and considering he’s Italian in his own words “simply
Stylish and contemporary with a traditional twist is the only way to describe the interior, wooden beams, rustic tables, exposed brickwork all added to the ambience of the restaurant with the outside space adding that extra WOW factor, large umbrellas, rattan furniture and outdoor lanterns made this space just perfect for long summer evenings. The food had a lot to live up to. Fratelli in Ampthill serves 38
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delicious, a truly authentic Italian platter” with the aubergines and courgettes tasting as good as his mother’s (which is praise indeed!) Starters finished we just sat back and watched one of the chef’s in the open plan kitchen area where pizzas, breads etc were prepared. Mains followed with dishes of Fettuccine Pollo Pesto (strips of chicken breast, vine tomatoes, and pesto topped with pine nuts), this was full of flavour with the combination of pesto and sweet tomatoes complimenting each other perfectly. The other dish was Linguine Frutti di Mare – (fresh mussels, squid, prawns, onions, garlic, red chili and white wine in a vine tomato and basil sauce) an abundance of fresh tasty seafood, with the chili adding a slight kick to the sauce, this dish has been tried many times at various restaurants we’ve visited but I have to say Fratelli win it hands down! The dessert menu was just as varied, but really there was no choice to make. It had to be the Tiramisu another authentic Italian favourite. This was served in a glass teacup a real quirky touch that I loved. Flavours were just as lovable with the taste of coffee seeping through and mixing with the alcohol, mouthwateringly delicious. This is a dish where presentation is unique and flavours divine. Coffee was the perfect end to a perfect evening that was full of delicious food, warm friendly staff and a venue that looks amazing – Can’t wait for our next visit. Fratelli Italian restaurant 40 George Street, Woburn, Beds 01525 290105 www.fratelli-italian.co.uk
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Sunny Afternoon will Keep You Entertained All Day and All Night! Sunny Afternoon, the sensational smash hit West End musical is rocking into Milton Keynes Theatre this September.
as the electrifying story unfolds. Going where other musicals don’t dare, Sunny Afternoon exposes the loves and losses that the band encountered on their road to fame, and delivers an emotional punch that will warm your heart and leave you buzzing for weeks.
Winner of the 2015 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Sunny Afternoon is an irresistible musical with slick theatricality and ingenious storytelling at its heart. It tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks’ rose from life on a dead end street to living the rock star dream of fame, fortune and glory. It’s a musical like no other, offering a real glimpse inside one of Britain’s greatest bands, on a journey through the euphoric highs and agonising lows of pop success. The Kinks enjoyed a string of chart-topping successes, and you can sing and dance along to all your favourites
Featuring the iconic hits You Really Got Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, All Day and All of the Night, Lola, Sunny Afternoon and many more, this production fizzes with energy, and is a fresh new ‘Great British Musical’ (The Times) that will make your spirits soar.
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Tues 30th August – Sat 3rd September Milton Keynes Theatre 0844 8717652 www.atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes
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Pea and Goats Cheese Risotto Method
“The risotto combination of pea, ham and cheese is really quick and easy to put together – perfect for a last minute supper”
Pre-heat the oven to 400F/ 200C/ Gas 6.On a foil lined baking tray, line up the bacon, bake for 10 minutes, flip, and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes or until at your desired crispiness. Once out of the oven, set aside to cool. In a medium saucepan, heat the stock so that it’s just warmed through and at a VERY minimal simmer. Keep on the heat until needed. In a large pot, heat the butter until just melted and then add the onion and thyme and cook until the onion is just translucent. Turning up the heat a bit, add the risotto rice and let cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently to let the rice get to the point that it's almost frying and the rice becomes a bit translucent. Add the wine and stir to combine. Turn the heat back down to a gentle simmer. Add in just one ladle full of the stock and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and let simmer until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Repeat this until all of the stock has been added. When you add in your last ladle full of stock, stir in the peas. You can cook the risotto so that most/ all of the liquid has been absorbed OR you can stop cooking the risotto so that there's a decent amount of liquid remaining. Once done, take off of the heat and stir in roughly 2/3 of the goat cheese and all of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and combined. Stir in a bit of freshly ground black pepper if desired. Chop the bacon into bite size pieces and stir into the risotto. Reserve a bit of the bacon for topping if desired. Serve and top each dish with the remaining goat cheese and any remaining bacon. Adapted from www.jamieoliver.com
Ingredients 5-6 strips of thickly cut bacon 4 cups of vegetable stock 2 tbsp of butter 1/2 a sweet onion, finely chopped 5 sprigs of fresh thyme, de-stemmed 1 1/2 cups of risotto rice 2/3 cup of white wine Heaped cup of peas (can be frozen) Salt & pepper to taste 4oz goat cheese, divided 3oz Parmesan, freshly grated
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Pesto Pasta with Chicken Ingredients
“A delicious alfresco dish to enjoy with family and friends”
On a large sheet of greaseproof paper, toss the chicken with salt, pepper, fennel seeds and the rosemary leaves, fold over the paper, then bash and flatten the chicken to 1.5cm thick with a rolling pin. Put into the frying pan with the rapeseed oil, the bashed unpeeled garlic cloves and halved chilies, turning after about 3 or 4 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Line the beans up and cut off the stalks, put into the casserole pan, cover with boiling salted water and cook for 6 minutes with the lid on. Pick a few basil leaves for garnish, then rip off the stalks and put the rest of the bunch into the processor with the almonds, Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice, squash in the unpeeled garlic through a garlic crusher • Blitz until smooth, adding a ladle or two of cooking water from the beans to loosen, then season to taste. Slice the lasagne sheets up into random handkerchief shapes and add to the beans to cook for a couple of minutes. Halve or quarter the tomatoes, add to the chicken and give the pan a shake Stir the spinach into the pasta pan, then drain, reserving a cupful of the starchy cooking water. Return the pasta, beans and spinach to the pan, pour in the pesto from the processor and stir together, loosening with splashes of cooking water until silky. Slice the chicken breasts in half and serve with the tomatoes and chilli spooned over the top • Finely grate a little extra Parmesan over the pasta, then sprinkle everything with basil leaves. www.jamieoliver.com
Method For the chicken: 2 x 200 g skinless free-range chicken breasts 1 tsp fennel seeds 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary 2 tbsp rapeseed oil 4-5 cloves of garlic 1-2 fresh red chilies 8 ripe cherry tomatoes 250 g green beans
For the pasta & pesto: 1 big bunch of fresh basil 50 g blanched almonds 50 g Parmesan cheese, plus extra to serve 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon 1 clove of garlic 300 g fresh lasagne sheets 200 g baby spinach
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Key Lime Icebox Cakes
Method
Finely zest the limes. Transfer 1 teaspoon to a small bowl and set aside. Juice the limes (you should have about 4 tablespoons total). Using an electric mixer beat the cream cheese until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the sweetened condensed milk, lime juice and all but the reserved teaspoon zest; beat until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Gradually add the cream, mixing to incorporate. Increase speed and beat until stiff peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Make individual icebox cakes: Create stacks of 5 cookies by layering 2 teaspoons of Ingredients the cream mixture between each cookie and 2 limes on top, then sprinkle with 4 oz cream cheese the reserved lime zest. 1/2 can sweetened Refrigerate for at least 3 condensed milk 1 carton double cream hours and up to 1 day. 60 thin gingersnap cookies www.womansday.com
Cherry Cola Float Ingredients
200g fresh cherries, pitted and halved, plus extra to garnish 50g caster sugar 6 scoops vanilla ice cream 400ml Coke or Diet Coke Canned whipped cream, to serve (optional)
Method
Simmer the cherries, sugar and 150ml water in a pan for 6 minutes. Blitz with a handheld blender, pass through a sieve and set aside to cool. Divide the cherry mixture between 2 glasses. Put 3 scoops of ice-cream in each glass and top up with coke. Garnish with extra cherries and whipped cream (if using). Serve immediately. www.asda.com
No Bake Energy Bites Method Ingredients
Chocolate chips Toasted coconut Vanilla extract Peanut butter Oats Honey (or agave nectar) Freshly ground Flax seeds Chia seeds (optional)
Stir all of the ingredients together until combined. Once the mixture is combined, place it in the fridge for 10-20 minutes so that it will harden slightly, making it easier to roll into balls. Once cooled slightly, shape it however you please! The best thing about this recipe is that it is super flexible, if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, you can substitute with others. www.gimmesomeoven.com
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Quiz Night
5th August £10 Entry to include dinner, prize is £50 voucher.
Gin & Starter Night 12th August £20 per person
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These light, refreshing wines are just perfect for alfresco summer entertaining
Villa Maria Private Bin lighter Sauvignon Blanc 2015 This wine is ideal for those who like plenty of fruit flavours and freshness but with a little less alcohol content. A refreshing wine with lovely flavours of fresh herbs, grapefruit and white peach – a great, light alternative to enjoy this summer. £11.30, Vino Wines
Pudding Nights
26th August & 9th September £16 for a main course and as many desserts as you can squeeze in
Gourmet Burger Night 16th September £20 per person
Spanish Night 30th September £20 per person
01234 781678
info@millhouse-riverside.co.uk www.millhouse-riverside.co.uk millhouse_hotel Millhouse Hotel and Riverside Restaurant Mill Road, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1NP
Villa Maria Private Bin Riesling 2015 Light and crisp with juicy grapefruit and mandarin flavours, and a hint of ginger spice on the palate, this Riesling has well balanced acidity and a smooth oily textural finish. It is a delightfully easy-drinker and the perfect summer aperitif. £10.55, Waitrose
Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Gris 2015 Aromas of citrus fruit, nectarine, pineapple and a touch of minerality lead way to a medley of stone fruit flavours on the palate with a subtle sweet core and classic fine-beaded acidity. Perfect for summer salads and picnics in the park. £14.95, The Co-op
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INTERIORS
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Power
Summer Bloom Cushion £12.99 Homesense
Orla Kiely 3 Herb Pots £35.95 Cuckooland.com
Flower
Bring the outdoors in, with these gorgeous floral home accesories
Botanical Reed Diffuser £17 Stoneglow Candles, London
Floral Bloom Tub Chair £129.99 Dunelm Tall Wisteria Vase £45 M&S
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Artificial Flowers £29.99 TK Maxx
Sorrento Pouf £292 Amara
Cushion M&S Pip Studio Storage Jar £40 Daisy Park
Table Lamp £35 Very
Floral Jug £19.50 M&S
Cushion £19 M&Co
Ted Baker Technibloom Rug £1095
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Alpha Notebook £5.99 Daisy Park
Take Note Kate Spade Notebook £12 Amara
Awesome Notebook £10 Go Stationery
Orange Notebook £9.99 TK Maxx
Leather Notebook £15 Paperchase
Floral Notebook £8 Laura Ashley Sophie Allport Alice in Wonderland Fabric Notebook £8
Cat Mermaid Notebook £5.99 New Look
Owl Notebook £3.75 Martha and Hepsie
Map Notebook £7.50 Paperchase
Vintage Apple Notebook £2.95 dotcomgiftshop.co.uk
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Fry’s Footie Corner
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it last season, not even Leicester City themselves so it is hard to predict what will happen.
The football season is upon us, but before I take a look at the Premier League and the Football League, I must comment on the appointment of Sam Allardyce as the new manager of England. Personally, I believe this is an excellent appointment by the Football Association and one that as a country, we should get behind.
What we do know is that there are some top manager’s working in the league. Jose Mourinho at Manchester United, Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, Antonio Conte at Chelsea and they join Arsene Wenger at Arsenal and Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool – it promises to be a mouthwatering season.
Sam is passionate about his country, he wants it to succeed and I know that he is relishing the opportunity that he has been given. Sam is vastly experienced, he has worked in the Football League as well as the Premier League and his record speaks for itself.
The Championship is another league that is so hard to predict. I always feel the teams that are relegated from the Premier League have a bit of an advantage and you have to say that Newcastle have bought extremely well and retained the services of Rafa Benitez as their manager so you would make them favourites.
He is a football man first and foremost and that is vitally important when you are running the national side, he knows everything there is to know about players. He has a reputation as an excellent man-manager and believe me when I say this, he won’t suffer any fools – he will unite that dressing room.
Norwich City have lost a few players and they looked a bit short when we played them in pre-season, but I am sure they will add to their squad before the curtain raiser. For ourselves, here at Peterborough United, we are looking forward to the new campaign and hopefully we can have a good season and challenge at the top end.
His team’s have always been well organised and I am confident he will be a success. The only down side in this appointment is for Sunderland who will obviously have to be careful with naming his successor because they have been in and around the bottom half of the division for a number of years. Of course, the Premier League title race is as wide open as it has ever been. Nobody expected Leicester City to win
Enjoy your football!
Barry Fry 52
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LaFerrari has Arrived
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The Open Top
Ferrari has released photos of an open-top version of its LaFerrari supercar, which will make its public debut at the Paris Motor Show later this year (October) and we are sharing them with you, just so you can have just a little drool! This new limited-edition special series is aimed at clients and collectors who refuse to compromise on the joy of al fresco driving even when at the wheel of a supercar. The name and technical characteristics of the new car will be announced at the Paris International Motor Show, as will the number of examples Ferrari will build. However, all available examples have already been sold after a special preview to clients and the order book is closed. The new limited-edition special series will be available with a removable carbon-fibre hard top and a removable soft top. It has the same running gear and performance figures as the original LaFerrari, sporting a 800 cv V12 (with a specific power output of 128 cv/l) coupled with a 120 kW electric motor (163 cv), unleashing 963 cv in total. Significant and extensive modifications have been made to the chassis with the aim of retaining the same torsional rigidity and beam stiffness as the coupÊ version. The car’s aerodynamics have also been further honed to guarantee the same drag coefficient when driving in the open configuration.
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TRAVEL
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Follow in The Footsteps of
Roald Dahl
And experience the beauty and magic of Norway
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As Stephen Spielberg's film adaptation of Roald Dahl's childhood classic The BFG comes to the big screen, experience the beauty and magic of Norway that served as the inspiration for some of Roald Dahl's enchanting stories on the new Roald Dahl's Norway holiday from Best Served Scandinavia. Born to Norwegian parents, Roald Dahl spent many of his childhood holidays on the beaches and by the fjords of Norway, and his mother's tales of trolls and mythical Norwegian creatures are said to have been inspiration for some of his characters such as the BFG himself. The young Roald was transfixed by these tales and entranced by the country – as he wrote in his autobiography, Boy: Tales of Childhood 'unless you have sailed down the Oslo-fjord like this yourself on a tranquil summer's day, you cannot imagine what it is like.' Such was his love of the country that as an adult, he returned there to holiday for many years, with a particular favourite being The Strand Hotel in the seaside village of Fevik, on Norway's
southern tip. Best Served Scandinavia's 'Roald Dahl's Norway' is a new five-day tailor made holiday visiting Oslo and Fevik, staying at the very same Strand Hotel for three nights, following a one night stay exploring Oslo. Set on a beautiful sandy beach, overlooking the islands and skerries of Grimstad's archipelago, the hotel is one of Norway's last remaining functionalist hotels and hosted Dahl and his wife on their summer holidays for some 30 years. Now it offers the very best in Scandi-style, and is ideal for couples and families alike, with an excellent restaurant, outdoor hot tubs, a sauna, fitness area and activities such as beach volleyball, fishing, diving and boat trips to explore some of the hidden coves along the coastline. BOOK IT!
Best Served Scandinavia offers a five-day Roald Dahl's Norway holiday priced from ÂŁ595 per person, including return flights from London to Oslo, one night at the Saga Hotel Oslo, 3 nights at the Strand Hotel Fevik and economy car hire for 4 days. (www.best-served.co.uk)
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Safari meets The Ocean An exclusive Kenyan experience
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Forget mass tourism, large lodges, crowded game-viewing and busy beaches – think exclusive private conservancies and secluded beaches, small and unique lodges in intimate settings where visitors can see first-hand the benefits of tourism in giving back and helping local communities. Come and see the “real Kenya” with Saruni – a unique portfolio of four properties located across Kenya's beautiful national parks and stunning Indian Ocean coastline. Kenya's off-the-beaten-track experiences offer maximum wow factor without breaking the bank and Saruni offers guests the opportunity to experience undiscovered parts of Kenya's most popular regions. Saruni's safari and beach combination allows guests to take in the wild and dramatic landscapes of Samburu in stunning northern Kenya, the vast savannahs of the world famous Masai Mara in the privacy of the Mara North Conservancy and the stunning south Kenya coast just 30 minutes south of Diani. Established in 2003 by three friends, Saruni owns and runs four properties in Kenya located in exclusive locations; Saruni Mara, the only small, boutique lodge in the Masai Mara, Saruni Samburu, with spectacular views over Kalama Conservancy and Mount Kenya, Saruni Wild, a small private tented camp in the heart of the Masai Mara plains and Saruni Ocean, an intimate property in magical Msambweni on Kenya's secluded south coast. The Saruni experience is centered around exclusivity and intimate settings in its small private properties where Saruni Samburu has only six villas, Saruni Mara is the smallest permanent property in the Mara with only five cottages and two private villas, Saruni Wild is the smallest tented camp in the Mara with just three tents, and Saruni Ocean has six villas with fourteen suites. Saruni is the only collection offering this combination of incredible locations in Kenya ensuring guests experience the same Saruni hospitality, first-class cuisine, luxury experiences and community-focused tourism everywhere they stay. Furthermore, Saruni's managers across the collection are experienced, warm and hospitable and really go the extra mile to make each stay special. Above and beyond the incredible game viewing whilst on safari, guests are guided by specialist Maasai and Samburu guides whose expert knowledge of the environment and its wildlife is second to none. Through these guides, guests can also learn about the ancient traditions, history and culture of these two tribes who have lived on this land for hundreds of years and know it inside out. As well as 4x4 safaris, you can also enjoy
walking safaris, bush skills courses, game viewing from the first photographic hide in Kenya and day and night game drives as well as exclusive, authentic and individual accommodation in each location. On the coast, Saruni Ocean offers seafood inspired menus under the stars upon miles of unspoilt beautiful beachfront as well as a range of watersports and activities including yoga. The location is like stepping back in time, wildly romantic and blissfully personal and intimate. Furthermore, each Saruni property is centered around holistic spa experiences so guests leave feeling recharged and refreshed after their stay. Saruni Ocean is heavily focused on health and wellness, the signature SPA, the Sarunity Wellbeing Space (in partnership with the Centro Benessere Stresa at the Grand Hotels Des Iles Borromees on Lake Maggiore, Italy) has a fitness area, relaxation area, wet area, a Jacuzzi pool and a Kneipp Circuit, the very first of its kind in East Africa. Here guests reinvigorate and purify the body, bring peace to the mind, and soothe the spirit. The therapies are based on ancient, traditional knowledge combined with the latest contemporary techniques. Combining Saruni properties is made easy with scheduled direct flights on small aircraft available between all the locations. The small flights are an adventure in themselves offering amazing views of Kenya's plains and enabling guests to arrive in style. The scheduled flights therefore make multi-centre trips more flexible and so adaptable to different types of travelers. With fabulous family suites available across the collection with adjoining bedrooms and bathrooms. Offering exceptional value on family stays where children over six pay 50% of the adult rate and under five's go free. BOOK IT!
Honeymoons booked by 6th January 2017 will benefit from 50% off for the bride across the safari and beach stay (minimum night stay). Prices for a 10 night Supreme Safari and Beach holiday staying 3 nights at Saruni Samburu, 3 nights at Saruni Mara or Saruni Wild and 4 nights at Saruni Ocean are 6,600 USD (approx £5,020) per person. Price includes all-inclusive accommodation in each property all internal flights, transfers, game drives and park fees with no hidden extras and is valid for travel until 20th December 2017 (excluding Christmas 2016) www.saruni.com
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Cambodia,ACruising and Comfort Life of Luxury
What is a luxury holiday? For some, a holiday is in itself a luxury. Whether jetting off to an exotic coastal retreat for rejuvenation and serenity, or cruising the beautiful west coast of Scotland in the utmost comfort, here’s two of our f a v o u r i t e redefinitions of the ‘luxury holiday’. Knai Bang Chatt, Kep, Cambodia Kep in Cambodia has always held an allure for the elite, from 1908 when it was a fashionable French seaside retreat, and later as a playground for the wealthy in the 1960s, before it was abandoned during
the Khmer Rouge regime. Faded, haunting villas which hark back to Kep’s glamorous heyday are empty shells. However, at Knai Bang Chatt, some ‘60s villas have been lovingly transformed back to their former glory. Set right on the edge of the sea, surrounded by jungle-clad mountains and misty islands, Knai Bang Chatt could not be in a more spectacular and picturesque setting. The restored glamour of the villas, the casual, laid-back vibes of the resort, and the opportunity to enjoy some watersports or refreshing cocktails at the adjacent Sailing
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Club are what adds a touch of ‘barefoot boutique’. Inspired by the Japanese concept of ‘Wabi Sabi’ – or finding the beauty in imperfection – accommodation is minimalist, rustic, and features earthy tones and natural materials, from teak for the frames of the traditional Khmer beds to organic paint on the walls. Each room has its own character, but all offer spaciousness, and a bright airiness.
Hebridean Princess, Hebridean Island Cruises A former MacBrayne car ferry and Royal Mail Ship, Hebridean Princess has since been transformed into an all-inclusive luxury ship boasting a country club atmosphere, with a wonderful reputation for being utterly unique. Her reputation is so well-respected, she's been chartered by the Queen twice for a private family holiday. The exceptionally small guest numbers, the attentive and friendly crew, and the ship’s charmingly quaint and country-house-hotellike décor all combine perfectly to create the most incredible friendly and intimate atmosphere. Hebridean Princess may not have all the bells and whistles that other cruise ships may have, there’s certainly no waterparks (there’s not even a pool), or a smorgasbord of restaurants and bars, no onboard spa, and certainly no Broadway productions onboard. Instead, you’ll discover an abundance of old-world charm from an exceptionally warm and welcoming Tiree Lounge – complete with an inviting fireplace – to a charming conservatory where you can enjoy teas and coffees, and fragrant flowers. She makes for an interesting comparison to m o r e ‘glamourous’ and swanky, modern ships, particularly externally. Hebridean Princess’ décor is warm and inviting, and replete with subtle touches of Scottish themes, with subdued tartan and Harris tweeds. Hebridean goes back to the basics of a truly exceptional and enjoyable cruising experience: attentive and friendly staff providing excellent service, exquisite food, and wonderful destinations along the Scottish coast, which she is purpose-built to explore.
BOOK IT: For more information on the Hebridean Island Cruises, or a stay at Knai Bang Chatt during a trip to Vietnam and Cambodia please contact Select Travel Holidays. www.selecttravelholidays.co.uk www.cruiseselect.co.uk
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Manish Kumar Arora (K.P. Astrologer, Numerologist, Tarot Card Reader & Vastu Consultant) reveals what’s in store for you this month
Leo (23 July – 22 August) Your talent, feelings and personality will have a unique opportunity to fully open up. You will become active in communication, make new friends, and will become more receptive. You will gather strength, experience and knowledge and quantity will finally turn into quality. Unmarried Leo individuals will spend this time in love. Destiny will allow them to choose whether to spend the months on sexual adventure, or build a foundation for a lasting union. Favourable Dates: August 1, 2, 10, 11, 19, 20 Favourable Colours: White & Red
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Virgo (23 August – 22 September) You will expect a career growth and a magnificent actualization of a number of projects or promotion in job. You can also start a new career and the more insistent you will act, the better the result. Trips and shared cultural, educative or spiritual interests are the factors that will favour your sentimental life. Sensuality will enhance, which goes very well with some special aspects of physical love that you want to try. Favourable Dates: August 1, 7, 10, 16, 19, 25 Favourable Colours: White & Green
important parts of your earthly existence with determination. This will be an optimal period for business trips, workshops, studies, and specializations. Favourable Dates: August 4, 6, 13, 15, 22, 24 Favourable Colours: Blue & Yellow
Pisces (19 February – 20 March) You will enthusiastically and cheerfully work, charming anybody around you. It is time to believe in yourself and take concrete steps to create a secure home life. Parent yourself with words of encouragement and positive affirmation. Love will hold an important place in your life. It's enough to trust your seductive capacity, and the rest will come naturally. There will be mutual understanding and constant physical attraction. You may meet someone with whom you will happily live forever. Favourable Dates: August 2, 3, 11, 12, 20, 21 Favourable Colours: White & Purple
Libra (23 September – 22 October) You will experience an extraordinary clarity of thought for promotion of your projects and will look quite convincing. You will witness some radical changes. Curiously, this will not be a setback but a change of direction. The main line of conduct should be the ability to harmoniously fit into any situation and not resist it. Sensuality will get enhanced, which goes very well with some special aspects of physical love that you want to try. Favourable Dates: August 4, 7, 13, 16, 23, 25 Favourable Colours: Blue & Green
Aries ( 21 March – 19 April) This will be a good time of business as it will be a rare period of sobriety in thoughts and actions. Those who build a career in this direction will make the first bold steps upwards. You'll spend a lot of energy to reach your goals and there's a big chance to do it. Perseverance and consistency at work will pay off if supported by like-minded people, and do not hesitate to ask for help when the need arises. Favourable Dates: August 2, 3, 11, 12, 20, 21 Favourable Colours: Green & White
Scorpio (23 October – 21 November) The month will begin with some event that will compel you to mobilize. You will find comfort in those close to you this month. Make sure you appreciate what you have and show your gratitude. Unmarried Scorpions will unexpectedly and madly fall into love. Those newcomers already committed will have a turbulent period of reconciliation, parting and new reconciliations. Experienced ones will behave quieter, but they must be prepared for a meeting, which will make them fall in love. Favourable Dates: August 4, 9, 13, 18, 22, 27 Favourable Colours: Grey & Green
Taurus ( 20 April – 20 May) You will receive a breakthrough this month. This is what you have been waiting so long for, make sure you grab every opportunity to make things happen. Get all of those necessary jobs you have been putting off out of the way. The next four weeks will see you at your peak physically. Destiny will provide an opportunity to meet with someone who has almost all the qualities that may be required in a partner. Favourable Dates: August 6, 8, 15, 17, 24, 26 Favourable Colours: Yellow & Red
Sagittarius (22 November -21 December) This will be a period when you can make a career. All your ventures will be successful. This will largely contribute to high self-esteem. The main thing is not to give way to a famous authority but courageously defend your opinion. Acquired self-confidence and trust in colleagues will help to get rid of the most boring and insignificant projects. The end of the month will see winning pace slowed down by routine businesses. Favourable Dates: August 1, 8, 10, 17, 19, 26 Favourable Colours: Blue & Red
Gemini (21 May – 20 June) The most successful area of application will be in the field of self-fulfillment both as a professional and as a creative personality, and discovery and development of hidden talents. Transformation will affect everything surrounding you, harmonizing the internal and external side of your existence. Love will hold an important place and you'll either worship the values of love, or your partner's or your couple life will go through a more exciting period. Favourable Dates: August 3, 4, 12, 13, 21, 22 Favourable Colours: Green & Red
Capricorn (22 December – 19 January) This month will be strange and unpredictable. You may be too idealistic in some issues and be so presumptuous and confident in your infallibility that you will lose touch with reality. Only the fortunate ones with experience may be lucky to find their own way out of negative situations, just as others cannot do without the assistance from close friends. Not everything in life will go well and smoothly. Favourable Dates: August 3, 7, 12, 16, 21, 25 Favourable Colours: Blue & White
Cancer (21 June – 22 July) The month will witness situations that will push you to act spontaneously and contrary to your previously scheduled plans. If you will be able to resist general panic, your business will evolve as was planned. Otherwise, there is the likelihood of a loss. You may mostly feel lacking the ability to control your own destiny at this time. For single Cancer individuals, romantic relationship entered into during this period will be enjoyable and will last long. Favourable Dates: August 2, 4, 11, 13, 20, 22 Favourable Colours: White & Yellow
Aquarius (20 January – 18 February) This month will see you shining in your career. Your smart and fighting spirit will remain at the possible peak. Composure and determination will help you achieve success. You will achieve positive results within a short time, if you direct all efforts in those areas that at this stage are
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