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FEBRUARY 2022

LOCAL INTEREST ST. MICHAEL’S HOSPICE EVENTS WHAT’S ON

FOOD/DRINK | BOOKS | TECHNOLOGY | hEALTH/FITNESS | HOME/GARDENING | puzzles

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Contents 08

BOOK REVIEW

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Books to get your teeth into

12 CROSSWORD 16 GARDENING

Meatball mac and cheese

24 TECHNOLOGY

Now we’re cooking

28 HEALTH

Healthier alternatives to sugar

TRAVEL

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WHAT’S ON INTERIORS

Look back in time

42 RECIPE

Toxic Plants

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History

Ideas for a romantic getaway

Eco Friendly cleaning

WELCOME TO THE FEBRUARY ISSUE OF HARROGATE LIFE MAGAZINE

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SEASONAL FOOD PATELEY BRIDGE MENS’S SHED WHAT’S ON

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ST. MICHAEL’S HOSPICE EVENTS

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SUDOKU QUIZ ANSWERS SPECIAL OFFERS INDEX & USEFUL NUMBERS

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Also providing excellent gift ideas or treats for yourself are Prey Four on Swan Road, selling clothing for men and women along with more unusual items and also Bias on Cold Bath Road for Scandi inspired fashion and homeware.

With January now behind us, the nights are getting lighter already and we can begin to look forward to the Springtime. Now that the Christmas decorations are all put away you might be inspired to have a bit of a Spring clean and on page 40 we feature eco friendly items to help you with this task. Our article on Page 44 shows just what food is in season right now. On page 24 our tech article this month is ‘Now we’re cooking’ with the latest in gadgets for the kitchen and our recipe creates a big bowl of comfort with meatball mac and cheese. see page 42. Our What’s On feature on pages 38 & 50 have lots of ideas for things to do and places to visit over the next few months, current guidelines & restrictions permitting of course.

If you are struggling with life at the moment then the Just B team are there to help 8am-8pm seven days a week. See page 31 for details of how to contact them.

The remaining pages feature local businesses all doing their very best to provide great services to our local community, so do take a look and see if there are local businesses you could use rather than the big internet companies.

Ashville College have an open Day on Saturday 26th March, so put the date in your diary if you are looking for schools for your children. They take children from 2 to 18 years. See page 15.

You can see the latest issue of Harrogate Life Magazine, even in the months that you don’t receive it through your letterbox, at www.harrogatelife.co.uk

A local author has just had her book of poems published and the book is available to buy in a couple of local outlets. See page 13 for details. Maybe it could be a gift idea for a loved one for Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day.

Until next time, take care.

Best Wishes,

Paul & Fiona.

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Books Books to get your teeth into

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This month’s recommended books might help…

Green One Pound Meals – Miguel Barclay Cooking on a budget really isn’t easy, but Miguel Barclay’s One Pound Meals series takes some of the headache out of meal preparation. The latest in the series focuses on planet-friendly dishes. As you’d expect, there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan meals, from cauliflower cups to courgette kofte, but there are also lots of dishes to tempt staunch meat eaters too. Plus, you’ll get tips on eco-conscious shopping and minimising food waste.

Under the Olive Tree – Irini Tzortzoglou In the depths of winter, Irini’s recipes will transport you to sun-filled summer holidays. The first half of the book is dedicated to simpler midweek Greek meals. The second half is full of showstoppers to wow friends and family. Expect everything from moussaka, braised octopus, and baklava to chickpea fritters.

You’ll also read about Irini’s family and where her love for good, honest ingredients and home cooking comes from.

Love to Cook – Mary Berry

Nadiya’s Fast Flavours – Nadiya Hussain

Lost your love for cooking?

This TV series tie-in might help to bring it back. It features 120 recipes from one of the UK’s favourite cooks. The focus is on no-fuss recipes to ‘bring happiness into your kitchen’. You’ll find simple stir fries, easy curries, warming casseroles and plenty of mouthwatering puddings. Many of the dishes can be prepared the day before or frozen.

Don’t be deceived by the name – most of these recipes aren’t exactly speedy. However, most require under 30 minutes of handson time and a fair few can be whipped up for a quick midweek meal. There are twists on classics such as macaroni cheese, along with unique flavour combinations that are sure to please if you’re bored to tears with everyday meals. Think honey-baked sriracha drumsticks, coffee-glazed focaccia, and banana-skin bagels.

Pinch of Nom Comfort Food – Kay Featherstone and Kate Allinson ‘Comforting’ and ‘diet’ are two words that don’t usually go together. The Pinch of Nom team is trying to prove that you can enjoy flavoursome, satisfying meals even when you’re aiming to lose weight. Recipes include cheesy aubergine bake, slowcooker stroganoff, and halloumi couscous burgers, along with plenty of indulgent desserts.

There are 100 recipes altogether.

More than 40 are vegetarian and 47 are gluten-free.

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Family Comforts – Rebecca Wilson Fed up of cooking two different meals most nights? Not only are all these recipes child- and adult-friendly, each one can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets. You’ll find plenty of easy midweek meals, along with hands-off slowcooker dishes, weekend meals and puddings. While they’re designed to appeal to kids, there are also big flavours to keep the grownups happy. Think mild curries, lemon and garlic chicken, and loaded Mexican sweet potatoes. Each recipe is nutritionist approved and there are extra tips on weaning, batch cooking and food preparation.

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Listen “thought provoking” “congratulations - what a beautiful book” I am alive again bursting with that energy an aura of life lived to the full grasped eagerly with both hands every last drop shaken out.

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Education 7 benefits of private schools WONdERING WHY PEOPLE PAY TO SENd THEIR CHILd TO AN INdEPENdENT SCHOOL? THERE ARE MORE AdvANTAGES TO A PRIvATE EdUCATION THAN YOU MIGHT THINk… SIZE Class sizes tend to be considerably smaller in private schools. An average state-funded primary school now has 26.6 pupils per class, but many classes have more than 30 children and not all classes have a full-time teaching assistant.

According to the Independent Schools Council, which represents 80% of independent schools in the UK, the average pupil-to-teacher ratio in private schools is just 8.9.

Fewer pupils per teacher means more individual attention. Plus, independent schools tend to be smaller than state schools. This means they can often build a close-knit school community, where pupils know more of their peers.

CULTURE Many independent schools (particularly those that offer boarding facilities) attract children from overseas, giving children a greater opportunity to socialise and learn from other cultures.

FACILITIES Independent schools often offer better facilities than state-funded ones and more opportunities for trying different types of sport.

This may be one of the reasons that more than 40% of the UK’s medal-winning athletes at the London 2012 Olympics were

privately educated, even though only 7% of the UK population have attended independent schools.

and similar settings, they’re also more likely to be accepted than their state-school peers.

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Budget cuts have led to state schools needing to make difficult choices. Art, drama and music have been some of the main casualties. Research carried out before the pandemic showed a 47% decrease in theatre and drama opportunities and a 36% decrease in music activities.

GRAdES Children at independent schools typically achieve higher grades than their state-educated peers.

This year, 61% of GCSEs gained by privately educated children were grade 7 or above, compared to 26% of those gained by state-educated children.

UNIvERSITY CHOICE State-educated pupils are often at a disadvantage when it comes to getting places at top universities.

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Privately educated people typically earn more than their state-educated peers. In fact, by the time they’re 42, people who have been privately educated are likely to have earned around £200,000 extra. There are many reasons for this; for example, privately educated people are more likely to be able to afford to take unpaid internships to kick-start their careers. However, higher grades, better universities and more connections are likely to play a pretty big role in helping people to climb the ladder.

NExT STEPS… If you’ve read this article and thought, “Well, that’s all very well, but I can’t afford the fees,” you’re certainly not alone. Independent schools now cost, on average, more than £15,000 a year. However, many do offer means-tested bursaries and scholarships, so it’s certainly worth doing some initial research before you discount them.

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Gardening Toxic plants

By Caroline Knight

Things to avoid in the garden We all know that gardens are good for us. The effects of gardening on mind and body have been well-documented in terms of mental and physical health, as well as the increased possibilities of social interaction that can arise through tuning in to the outdoor world. Indeed, the biophilia hypothesis explains the huge benefits to be gained from making connections with nature. But there are also a few dangers out there and it’s wise to consider any potential hazards too!

Some plants are harmful and it’s essential to know which are poisonous for people and pets.

If you are intent on creating a sensory-type garden or your outside space is a playground for pets and kids, for example, it’s important to make it as safe as possible. Animals and young children tend to explore the world around them using their senses of touch, smell, taste and sound; they are not quite so tuned in to sight.

Some plants will cause a slight upset stomach but others are

capable of damaging organs if enough is eaten. A few plants are extremely poisonous and can even cause death, although this is very rare.

Toxic plants We are designed to eat produce including fruit, vegetables and herbs. Some need to be cooked before consumption, whilst others can be eaten raw. Potatoes, for example, should never be eaten raw because they contain potentially toxic compounds called glycoalkaloids which are nondigestible. Brussels sprouts can cause too much gas in the intestines if eaten raw. It’s worth bearing this in mind if your child likes to grub about in the allotment or kitchen garden.

The leaves of rhubarb are highly toxic and even the leaves of tomatoes will cause gastrointestinal distress. We love to eat the stems of asparagus, but the little red berries are toxic.

Pets such as dogs and cats are unable to consume some foods that are fine for humans. They include grapes, which can cause renal failure, several members of the onion family including leeks, and some mushrooms.

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Some of the most poisonous plants in the UK One of the most toxic plants in the UK is monkshood, Aconitum napellus, also known as wolfsbane. Harry Potter fans will be familiar with this one, as even in the fictional wizarding world the potion is highly dangerous! It is a tall plant that produces beautiful purple-blue flowers in summer. They look rather like a monk’s habit, hence the common name. Despite the fact that touching the leaves and then eating even a small part, or allowing entry of the plant via an open wound, can lead to fatal poisoning, this plant is widely available for planting within gardens. It doesn’t always come with a warning.

The death-cap mushroom, Amanita phalliodes. This is a fairly common fungus here in the UK, growing in mixed deciduous woods, particularly under oak and beech trees.

It’s quite a large mushroom, growing up to 15cm across with a domed, white cap. It looks similar to several edible mushrooms but is deadly Continued on page 18…

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Gardening …Continuted from page 16 poisonous. Some call it the silent assassin and only a small amount can result in death.

It contains a toxin for which there is no known cure.

Hemlock, Conium maculatum is a highly poisonous flowering plant that is a member of the carrot family. It has a rather attractive umbel flower and purple spots on the green stems. It’s common in the UK, growing by hedges, ditches and woodland edges. All parts of the plant are toxic because of a fast-acting poison called cicutoxin. This causes stomach upsets and even paralysis of the lungs. The Greek philosopher, Socrates, was said to have died after being poisoned by tea made from this plant.

Deadly nightshade, Atropa belladonna, is obviously poisonous – the clue is in the common name! It’s actually the fruits that are the biggest problem on this tall, bushy plant that likes shady and wooded areas. It produces bell-shaped flowers in early summer followed by black berries that can grow to the size of cherries. They look tempting to eat but contain the toxins atropine and scopolamine, which cause paralysis to organs, including the heart. It’s a potential killer in severe cases.

Giant hogweed, Heracleum mantegazzianum, has rightly earned a reputation for being one of Britain’s most dangerous plants. It probably won’t kill, but it burns severely due to its toxic sap, which reacts with

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human skin and sunlight. It’s a huge beast, growing up to 4.5 metres tall, with umbrellashaped white flower clusters.

Even foxgloves are poisonous, if consumed. They contain digitalis and other chemicals that affect the heart. The pretty, bell-shaped, tubular flowers are just the right size for little fingers, so you won’t want these transferred into the mouth.

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Technology Now we’re cooking: top tech for every kitchen

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rom setting alarms on our smart speakers to using an instant-read digital thermometer to check our roasts are the perfect temperature, technology has helped us make countless meals.

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 If you haven’t tried Instant Pot boiled eggs you don’t know what you’re missing. It’s also great for making soup, stews, chilli, rice and even yoghurt. £59, Amazon.co.uk

Panasonic SD-YR2550SXC There are bread makers, and then there are bread makers that can also make cakes and pizza dough and pasta dough. If you can bake it, this Panasonic can make it. £199, johnlewis.com

Some of the cleverest tech is also very simple. Take the Meater, for example. It’s a thermometer with a built-in Bluetooth connection that sends temperature information to your phone and rings an alarm when it’s time to take your roast out of the oven or barbecue; its case doubles as a charger so it’s always ready to help.

Technology has revitalised lots of devices. The Panasonic SD-YR2550SXC is a newer version of BBC Good Food’s favourite bread maker, with programmes not just for bread but for pasta and pizza dough and cake too, while the £22 Stirr gives the humble wooden spoon an upgrade: it’s an automatic stirrer you put in your pot to prevent your soup sticking or your gravy getting lumpy.

If you prefer do-everything devices, you’ll love the Thermomix. It’s not so much a gadget as an entire food preparation system that’s capable of doing pretty much anything: weighing ingredients, blending vegetables, grinding spices, boiling and simmering, kneading dough, whisking sauces, grating vegetables and cheese, chopping meat, caramelising onions and much more.

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Two kinds of device have become incredibly popular in the last few years: the Instant Pot and the air fryer.

The former is a programmable one-pot electric pressure cooker that can do multiple kinds of cooking: slow cooking, rice cooking, steaming, sautéing, yoghurt making, soup making and much more, and with prices under £60 for the entry level model it’s a brilliant buy.

Stirr Say goodbye to the tyranny of pots that need constant stirring: Stirr does it for you so you can do something more fun while your sauce thickens or your soup cooks. £21.99, uutensil.com

An air fryer uses heat and air to get the same effects as deep frying without the oil: instead of immersing the food in a vat of boiling oil you just give it a little spray with cooking oil. The results are superb for almost everything apart from wet batters, which tend to fall off, and there are stacks of models: our current favourite, Sage’s The Smart Oven, is an air fryer, oven, grill, toaster, pizza oven, slow cooker and much more. You can even get an Instant Pot with a second lid that turns it into an air fryer: the Instant Pot Duo Crisp & Air Fryer is currently around £199.

Thermomix It’s not cheap but when you consider all the things the Thermomix can do, from weighing and chopping ingredients to sautéing and even frying, it’s incredibly useful. £1,099, vorwerk.co.uk

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Health Healthier alternatives to sugar makes it a healthier option, coconut sugar still contains the same number of calories as normal sugar, so should be used sparingly.

Stevia The holy grail of sugar alternatives, stevia is a natural sweetener that’s extracted from the leaves of a South American shrub. Unbelievably, it contains zero calories while being up to 350 times sweeter than sugar, meaning that you need much less to satisfy your sugar craving.

Although it’s non-chemical, stevia extracts do have a noticeable aftertaste.

However, it does come in various forms, including powder and liquid, so it’s worth shopping around to find one you like.

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lamed for everything from obesity to tooth decay, sugar has gone from being a symbol of wealth to an international health crisis.

Sugar’s addictive qualities combined with its prevalence in everyday convenience food make it difficult to consume in safe quantities.

Sugar alcohols

Thankfully, healthier alternatives are now available, promising lower-calorie or more nutritious substitutes to our favourite sweetener.

To help you navigate the ever-growing world of sugar alternatives, here are the best ones to add to your shopping basket in 2022.

Honey

A type of sweet carbohydrate, sugar alcohols are processed from plant fibres such as birch, berries and cornhusks, and contain half the number of calories as sugar.

Don’t be deceived by the name; sugar alcohols don’t actually contain any ethanol – or sugar for that matter. Unlike regular sugar, they don’t cause tooth decay or an increase in blood sugar. Plus, they’re low in fructose too – sugar’s most harmful ingredient.

Erythritol, xylitol and sorbitol are just a few examples to look out for in ingredient lists. Commonly found in jams, sweets and chewing gum, they’re also used in sweetener brands such as Truvia.

Quite possibly the most popular alternative sweetener on the market, honey is packed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. However, like table sugar, it’s also high in calories and breaks down to glucose and fructose, so unfortunately poses some of the same health risks.

Yacon syrup Agave syrup and maple syrup are hard to top, but the latest syrup to enter the market is that of the yacon kind.

Unlike sugar though, honey has been linked to improved heart health and lower blood pressure. Plus, its soothing, healing qualities make it a great cold remedy.

Made from coconut palm sap, coconut sugar is another natural sweetener to consider if you’re looking to lower your sugar intake.

Extracted from the South American yacon plant, this sweet, dark, thick syrup contains a special type of sugar molecule that our bodies can’t digest. This means that it contains just one-third of the calories of regular sugar, making it the latest craze amongst dieters.

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ith Valentine’s Day in the air, what better time to treat the one you love to a romantic getaway?

Whether you’re dating, going steady, or in your fiftieth year of marriage, ditching the daily routine and escaping to somewhere outstanding is vital for keeping romance alive.

From luxurious spa weekends to glamping beneath the stars, there are countless ways to spend quality time with your partner. Here are five romantic getaway ideas guaranteed to add some spice to your love life.

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Island retreat

Is there anything more romantic than cuddling up with the one you love in a cosy cabin next to a crackling fire? We think not!

That’s why, when it comes to romantic breaks, glamping is certainly top of the list. From yurts in the Swiss mountains to log cabins in Canada’s Banff National Park, not to mention tipis, bell tents and hideaways at home too, there’s no better way to reconnect with nature.

City break

For many of us, nothing says romance like sinking your toes into a soft, sandy beach. And while the likes of Hawaii, the Caribbean and the Maldives certainly promise the honeymoon of dreams, there’s plenty of budget-friendly islands to escape to on a budget too.

From the remote mountainous terrain of Scotland’s Isle of Skye to the unspoilt beauty of Cornwall’s Scilly Isles, this island we call home has all the necessary ingredients for your next romantic getaway.

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When it comes to rest, relaxation and romance, nothing beats an indulgent spa break in a dreamy locale. Although there are plenty of sun-soaked spa locations to jet off to (Bali and the Maldives, for example) there’s probably a luxury spa within driving distance of you too.

Imagine enjoying one another’s company in a bubbling Jacuzzi, before slipping off for a couples’ massage. From sprawling country house hotels cradled by beautiful gardens to townhouses with thermal spas, there’s a romantic spa weekend for every taste and budget.

When we think of romantic city breaks, cruising along the Seine in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower may immediately spring to mind. But Paris isn’t the only city that promises tales of beauty, love and romance.

Rome is famous for its opera and ballet, while Venice’s gondola rides amidst historic palazzos ooze romance – and that’s just in Europe.

Travel further, and you and your beloved could be soaking up the old-world charm of Canada’s Quebec City, or cosying up beneath the cherry blossoms of Japan’s most romantic city, Kyoto.

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Culturally, wine has long been an important part of celebrating romance. From anniversary dinners to your wedding day, it’s no secret that a glass of vino makes everything feel a little bit more special. So, if you and your partner share a love for wine, why not consider an intimate vineyard stay?

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What’s On guide to what’s on in harrogate for february HARROGATE FARMERS MARKET

USUALLY ON THE 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: 13th january, 10th february, 10th march Cambridge Street, Harrogate, HG1 1RX Yorkshire Farmers’ Markets sell fresh and organic produce, direct from the producer and sourced as locally as possible. The wide variety of stalls include bread, honey, jam & preserves, fresh eggs, plants & herbs, Italian and Indian foods, pies, pork, bacon and beef products, soups, baking and confectionery, local cheeses and fruit & vegetables.

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SOMEONE LIKE YOU- THE ADELE SONGBOOK FRIDAY 18TH FEBRUARY HARROGATE THEATRE Someone Like You - The Adele Songbook is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of our generations finest singer -songwriters.

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Recipe

Meatball Mac and Cheese

Serves: 6

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 35 minutes

he ultimate comfort food and the perfect dish T for getting ahead and reheating in the oven when needed. A delicious family meal that is equally

1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas mark 6.

Meatballs

3. Place the meatballs on a greased baking tray and drizzle with a little olive oil. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until lightly golden. Turn halfway through cooking.

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Use ready-prepared meatballs for a speedy option.

500g pork mince ½ tsp fennel seeds Pinch of smoked paprika Salt and black pepper Olive oil for drizzling

Tomato Sauce 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 tbsp tomato puree 900ml passata 1 tsp caster sugar Salt and black pepper

Pasta 350g macaroni or other pasta shape 250g mozzarella cheese, grated

2. Place the pork mince in a bowl with the fennel seeds and paprika, and season with a little salt and pepper. Mix to combine then divide and shape the mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.

4. To make the sauce, heat the olive oil in a large shallow casserole dish and sauté the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add the tomato puree, passata, sugar and season with salt and black pepper. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.

5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a pan of boiling water according to packet instructions, then drain, reserving some water. Tip the pasta into the tomato sauce with the meatballs. Add a little of the reserved water to thin the sauce if needed.

Scatter over the cheese and place the casserole dish back in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is bubbling.

Nutrition per serving: 555kcal, fat 21g (of which saturates 9.1g), carbohydrates 53g (of which sugars 8.7g), protein 35g, fibre 3.9g

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February in the UK is not noted for its abundance of fresh produce, but we make the best of it by having three days in the month that are all about food, and one that is about love – and therefore more food. On the 1st it’s the Chinese New Year, the 6th is Yorkshire Pudding Day, the 14th is Valentine’s Day. And then Pancake Day. Ah, although that is often in February, this year it’s on the 1st March, but what’s one day between friends? Let’s start planning it in February anyway.

Chinese New Year 2022 is the year of the tiger. Of course, Chinese restaurants and takeaways will be making the most of the date with various promotions and special dishes.

But, maybe this is the year you should bring out your inner tiger and have the courage to make your own from scratch.

Yorkshire Pudding Day A batter of eggs, flour and milk (or sometimes water) is poured into oiled and preheated baking pans. Although typically served with a roast dinner, for a special February treat you can’t beat toad in the hole, where sausages are added to the batter.

If we are having a roast, let’s make the most of what is in season by eating root vegetables – carrots, swede and turnips. Add a bit of winter cabbage, too, for those all-important greens.

Valentine’s Day Not strictly about food, but loving couples often celebrate the day by going out for a meal. And of course, chocolate, which is rumoured to be an aphrodisiac, is a popular gift. You do need to go for the dark stuff though but if your beloved doesn’t like it, maybe milk chocolate will have the desired effect, simply because of the thought behind it. Red wine – or indeed any alcohol within reason – has its part to play on this day too.

Pancake Day This is a batter of eggs, flour and milk. Yes, it’s a Yorkshire pudding in wolf’s clothing. The different cooking method means pancakes are never served with a roast dinner, any more than Yorkshires are sprinkled with sugar and lemon. For a bit of variety, whip up fluffy American-style pancakes using selfraising flour instead of plain, and include baking powder for extra rise.

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Nidderdale and Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed In this issue we give space to a local charity, the Nidderdale and Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed that seeks to reduce social isolation amongst men in the Nidderdale area.

make and repair things and at the same time make new friendships and develop their own support groups. So, Gentlemen if you miss the banter of the workplace due to retirement or unemployment for any reason, why not go along and see what you think.

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Activities vary greatly, but you can usually find woodworking, metalworking, repairing & restoring things, even rebuilding cars and industrial engines etc!

t is said women talk face to face while men talk “shoulder to shoulder”. Men typically find it more difficult to build social connections than women, and rarely share personal concerns or worries. Women on the other hand find it easier and are far better at joining social groups like the W.I., Given this, it is no wonder that the Sheds movement appeals mainly to men. Therefore, our key “customers” - to use a

marketing term – will, given the evidence nationally, be predominantly men between the ages of 60 – 84*.

Men’s Sheds started in Australia after the Vietnam war and now here in the UK there are 595 Sheds operating with around 140 in development Men’s Sheds are essentially work-shops where men

The “Pateley Shed” aims to grow by becoming involved in community projects such as building things for community groups and individuals in need, helping to maintain green spaces and even restoring and maintaining village features etc.

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Nidderdale and Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed CIO Nidderdale and Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed CIO or “Pateley Shed” as we call ourselves is about having fun, sharing skills and knowledge with like-minded people and gaining a renewed sense of purpose and belonging.

Men’s Sheds are about social connections and friendship building so why not join us?

We are open Wednesday and Friday mornings 09.30 to 13.00 at the former Youth Centre behind St. Cuthbert’s C of E primary school and access is down the steps to the left off the driveway into King Street Workshops, King Street, Pateley Bridge HG3 5LE.

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The first traveller’s cheques were issued in London. They could be used in 90 European cities.

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The European Court of Human Rights ruled that Britain was wrong to allow corporal punishment in schools against the wishes of parents. (It was banned in state schools in 1986, and in feepaying schools in 1998.)

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Death of Greyfriars Bobby, a Scottish Skye terrier dog who famously guarded his owner’s grave for fourteen years.

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World War II: soap rationing began in Britain so that supplies of fats and oils could be saved for food production.

The English Premier League was founded, superseding the first division of the Football League.

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British Prime Minister John Major resorted to standing on a soapbox and shouting through a loudspeaker in an attempt to persuade the public to vote for the Conservatives at the general election in April. The Conservatives won the election, defying all expectations.

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The BBC Radio 4 show Desert Island Discs was first broadcast. It is Britain’s longest-running radio show, and the world’s longest-running weekly factual radio programme.

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The British Post Office began using detector vans to track down users of unlicensed television sets.

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An Irish court granted a terminally ill man the first divorce in the country’s history. (Divorce was officially legalised in Ireland on 27th February 1997.)

Scientists at the Roslin Institute in Edinburgh, Scotland announced that they had successfully cloned a mammal for the first time: a sheep named Dolly (born 5th July 1996).

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British miners staged a major strike over pay. This led to power shortages, and a state of emergency was declared on 9th February. The miners returned to work when the National Union of Mineworkers accepted an improved pay offer.

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Amazon announced its first quarterly profit (fourth quarter of 2001) after fourteen years in business. Its founder, Jeff Bezos, had long maintained that investing in future growth was more important than profit.

The number of unemployed people in the UK passed one million for the first time.

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Japanese soldier Shoichi Yokoi was found hiding in Guam, not knowing that World War II had ended. He had lived in a cave in the jungle for 28 years.

Burger King became the first fast-food chain to sell veggie burgers on a nationwide basis in the USA.

The world’s first handheld scientific calculator, the HewlettPackard HP 35, went on sale.

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Death of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, mother of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.

The pop song Long Haired Lover From Liverpool by Little Jimmy Osmond was released. He was nine years old and remains the youngest performer to have a number one hit in the UK.

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Luxury Holiday Lets Filey

Luxury holiday accommodation, can sleep parties from 4-22 people.

A yarn lovers’ paradise in the heart of Harrogate

• State of the art modern kitchen with corian worktops

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Stockists: King Cole, Stylecraft, Scheepjes, Grundl, Erika Knight Yarns and more!

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White Rose Sewing Established in 1979 White Rose Sewing Centre is a friendly, family run sewing machine business based in Harrogate.

The owner, Phil Pearson, moved to new premises in 2014. The new premises are bigger and brighter giving Phil more room to display his impressive stock

of sewing machines and haberdashery.

Phil has had 40 years experience in the business, so is very well informed to offer advice to anyone wishing to buy a new machine or explore the features of their existing machine.

Phil will be exhibiting at the Spring Quilt Festival 18th-20th Feb 2022 at The Yorkshire Event Centre

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What’s On …Continued from page 38 band through all your favourite Adele hits plus much more in this internationally acclaimed show – from powerhouse performances with Force 10 vocals through to intimate torch songs and a spellbinding sit down acoustic section. The world class show faithfully recreates the magic of the three record-breaking albums 19, 21 and 25 - including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep, Skyfall and many more. Someone Like You also pays homage to some of Adele’s musical heroes, from Etta James to George Michael, via the Cure, to name but a few.

SHLOMO’S BEATBOX ADVENTURE FOR KIDS THURSDAY 24TH FEBRUARY, 14.00PM HARROGATE THEATRE World record-breaking beatboxer SK Shlomo makes mad music with his mouth. Become one of this sonic superhero’s sidekicks in a world of funny sounds, brilliant noises and cool music, whether you’re aged 1 or 101!

TEXAS FRIDAY 25TH FEBRUARY MAIN AUDITORIUM, CONVENTION CENTRE, HG1 5LA For over 30 years, Texas have proved themselves to be one of Scotland’s best ever bands and nothing short of a national treasure south of the border. They will be performing a set list compiled of songs both old and new.

TIM PEAKE - MY JOURNEY TO SPACE FRIDAY 11TH MARCH CONVENTION CENTRE, HG1 5LA Tim Peake is a European Space Agency astronaut. In December 2015, he became the first British astronaut to visit the International

Space Station to conduct a spacewalk (and run a marathon!) whilst orbiting Earth. Now, join him on an epic and thrilling journey to the International Space Station as part of his, now extended, first ever UK tour. Tim will be your personal guide through life in space, with unprecedented access, breath-taking photographs, and never-before-seen incredible footage. It’s a fascinating insight into what it’s really like to be an astronaut; from training to launch, spacewalk to re-entry, Tim reveals the secrets, the science and the everyday wonders of how and why humans journey into space.

Sharing his passion for aviation, exploration and adventure, this is your chance to spend an evening with one of the world’s greatest living astronauts, and to rediscover the wonder of the place we call home.

JAMES MARTIN LIVE SATURDAY 12TH MARCH 7.30PM MAIN AUDITORIUM, CONVENTION CENTRE HG1 5LA Celebrity chef and proud Yorkshireman James Martin is hitting the road with a brandnew tour for and it includes a trip to Harrogate. James Martin Live will visit 18 towns and cities across the UK including a entertaining audiences with live demonstrations, cooking tasks and featuring some very special guests. And the exciting and fastmoving show includes a date at Harrogate Convention Centre on Saturday March 12. James has been entertaining and educating the nation for almost three decades with his expert culinary skills both on screen and through his best-selling cookbooks.

Following the phenomenal success of his previous tours, with James Martin Live audiences can expect to be dazzled as James rustles up mouth-watering dishes with complimentary courses of fun and laughter in this exclusive gastronomic experience. And he can’t wait.

“I love going out on tour so I’m really excited to be announcing brand new shows for ,” said James.

“We’ve had some really great fun with tours in the past. Of course, I’ll be cooking and trying to teach everyone some tips and tricks but fear not, there will be plenty of humour injected into these shows so prepare to have a really good night out.”

THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL THURSDAY 31ST MARCH – SATURDAY 2ND APRIL 7.30PM HARROGATE THEATRE, HG1 1QF In the kooky, upside-down world of the Addams family, to be sad is to be happy, to feel pain is to feel joy, torture is fun and death and suffering are the stuff of dreams. However, this musical feast embraces the craziness and challenges found in every family.

The Addams kids are growing up and Gomez faces every father’s nightmare. His beloved daughter, Wednesday, the ultimate princess of darkness, has fallen in love with Lucas, a sweet, smart young man from a respectable, conventional family. To make matters worse, she begs Gomez to do something he has never done before – keep a secret from his loving wife, Morticia. Then one fateful, hilarious night, Gomez and Morticia host a dinner party for Wednesday’s boyfriend and his parents, Mal and Alice. Joined by son, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Grandma and Lurch they play ‘The Game’ when secrets are disclosed, relationships are tested, hidden feelings are unleashed and the Addams family must face up to the one horrible thing they’ve managed to avoid for generations: change. Suitable for all the family, normal or strange, The Addams Family is a comical celebration of family life.

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Dales Sculptor Gains national

recognition at Stone Awards.

Renowned Yorkshire sculptor Joseph Hayton has yet again been recognised for excellence in his field, this time by Stone federation of Great Britain.

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he award was given in the carving, lettering and sculpture category at the online event held earlier this year.

The work that captured the attention of judges is called Pagan Pillars and Roundels.

The pillars features pagan icons and imagery, including green men and a tree of life, while also incorporating lines of text from the Iliad poem by Homer.

The work’s roundels feature a Yggdrasil Viking tree of life and a green man.

The stone work is carved from Portland limestone

quarried in Dorset and Kilkenny Irish Limestone.

In their comments about Joseph’s winning work, judges said: “The craftsmanship applied to each piece sparks the imagination and encourages further study of the subjects depicted.”

They described the pillar structures as appearing “gravity-defying”, looking “ready to topple over”, while praising his technical ability.

“Each piece is carefully constructed, intricately carved and timeless,” they said, concluding: “The dark Kilkenny plinths provide the perfect contrast to the limestone pieces that will continue to bring pleasure to those fortunate enough to visit these grounds.”

It is not the first time Joseph’s work has been recognised by the federation. In 2016, his public sculpture Pillars Past was Highly Commended in the same category.

Joseph is based at the King Street workshops in Pateley Bridge, A home to artists and makers for nearly 30 Years.

Joe’s workshop and Gallery is open to the public and is well worth a visit to discuss a project and see works in progress.

Working mainly on a commission basis, in Marble, bronze or stone, Joseph’s Striking work will add elegance to your home or Garden.

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Multi award-winning stone carver and bronze sculptor based in Pateley Bridge

www.josephhayton.co.uk

Joseph produces stunning bronze and stone sculptures for homes and Gardens, please get in touch to discuss your project

07817 747962 Unit 3 King Street Workshops, www.harrogatelife.co.uk

info@josephhayton.co.uk King Street, 5 3 Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, HG3 5LE

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JILLIAN WELCH DESIGN www.Jillianwelch.co.uk

Beautiful bespoke creations and unique ready to wear pieces, made in the heart of Harrogate.

10-5pm Tuesday-Saturday or by appointment

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In the UK, we spent almost £8 million on pets and related products back in 2020. According to the Office for National Statistics, this represented an increase in spending of around 170 per cent within a fifteen-year period. It seems that most of us will lavish not only attention on our animals but also provide them with activities and enrichment as a matter of course. Naturally, it is man’s best friend, the dog, that remains the most popular pet, closely followed by cats and, since the Covid-19 lockdown, indoor fish.

Pet owners are more likely to take their animals to an array of activities. Dogs, being the most portable of pets, now benefit from doggy swimming pools, a range of classes such as scent work and agility, fun fields for safe play and animal-friendly cafes. Even the National Trust has introduced a new ‘three pawprint rating’ to show at a glance the most dog-friendly venues.

As pet love has grown, so has the associated industry. Emerging trends show that we now show far more concern over nutrition for our pets than ever before. There are new food brands emerging with increasing frequency, rising to the challenge of providing good nutrition including supplements and superfoods. www.harrogatelife.co.uk

There is clearly a significant financial commitment that goes hand in hand with pet ownership. Pets are no longer consigned to the kitchen – they’re truly part of the family.

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ITG Design We are a family run business concentrating on affordable quality kitchens and bedroom furniture from two of the top UK manufacturers.

We have been installing kitchens and bedrooms for the last 10 years in the Harrogate area for various companies.

We are passionate about affordability whilst maintaining the highest quality & are able to supply these to you from our two favoured suppliers Omega PLC (kitchens) and Toffs sliding doors (bedrooms). Their products exceed many

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We do all your design requirements using the Articad 3d HD package so you actually see what your dream kitchen would look like in the comfort of your own home.

We can offer a supply only or can manage your installation from start to finish taking care of any building work, plumbing, plastering and any electrical work and then install your kitchen/ bedroom for you.

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Index Aerials & Satellite Aerial Services Local Aerials

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Bathrooms More Bathrooms More Abilty Bathrooms

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Builders/Building Materials Dalebuild 57 HRT Builders 39 SCE 10 Butchers Shop Hutchinsons of Ripley

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Car Sales, Repairs & Services Addymans Car Recycling 18 Impact 31 Trailers & Towbars 45 Care & Care Homes Gatehouse 27 Home Instead Job Opportunity 26 Cleaning/Home Help Services Ovenclean 41 The Housekeepers 41 Zero Dry Time 06 Stoneclenz 22 Curtains & Blinds Walton Mill Wild Orchid Education Ashville College

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Electrical Retailers & Repairs Abbey Electrical 57 Entertainment Pateley Bridge Men’s Shed Estate Agent & Property The Red House Ripon Myrings Estate Agents

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Food & Drink Dusty Miller Caterers Kushi Indian Takeaway Wok Delight Hutchinsons Butchers

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Fireplaces Feature Fireplaces

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Funeral Directors W. Bowers

Holidays The Travel Journal 35 Coast2Coast Filey Holiday Lets 49 Home Improvements Walton Mill 11 Feature Fireplaces 35 Dalebuild 57 Yorkshire Loft Ladders 37 The Housekeepers 41 Garolla Garage Doors 25 Zero Dry Time 06 HRT Builders 39 Buywell Interiors 06 Knaresborough Kitchens 63 ITG Design Kitchens 41 & Bedrooms More Bathrooms 04 More Ability Bathrooms 26 Stoneclenz 22 More Kitchens 45 SCE Builders 10 Yorkshire Radiators 39 Wild Orchid 55 CTD Tiles Harrogate 13 Sofas & Stuff 07 Italian Tile Outlet 01/09 Atelier – Caroline Bligh 04 Kitchen Design

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Furniture Sofas & Stuff

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Garage Doors Garolla Garage Doors

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Gardens Bardsey Tree Care James Nelson Chaplins Proctor Landscapes

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Gifts Workhouse Framing Listen Poetry Book Bias Prey Four

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Health & Beauty Bespoke Eyewear 12 Yorkshire Hearing Clinic 29 Yorkshire Centre for Wellbeing 32 Shan Holistic Massage Therapy 33 The Yoga Therapy Clinic 33 Bernadette Bennison 33 - Bowen Therapy Heating & Fuel Supplies Feature Fireplaces JLB Yorkshire Radiators

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Hobbies Cycle Carriers Yarn Etc White Rose Sewing Centre Listen-Poetry Book

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Useful telephone numbers

Insurance A Plan Insurance

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Ladieswear Jillian Welch Bias Prey Four

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Lighting Décor

Optician Bespoke Eyewear

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Painter & Decorator Yorkshire Décor

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Picture Framing Workhouse Framing

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Plumbing J & L Bradley Plumbers

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Pubs & Restaurants The Yorkshire Hussars Wok Delight

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Removals Evans International Rocket Removals

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Sculptor Joseph Hayton

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Sewing Machines White Rose Sewing Centre 49 Skip Hire Addymans

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Storage Rocket Removals & Storage 31 Takeaway Food Kushi Tandoori Wok Delight Tiles & Tile Supplies CTD Tiles Harrogate Italian Tile Outlet

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Travel Agents The Travel Journal

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Locksmith Harrogate Locks

Wedding Services Dusty Miller Caterers

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Menswear Prey Four

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Windows Window Wise 61 Timber Windows of Harewood 25

Floodline .............................................. 0845 9881188 National Rail Enquiries ..................... 0845 7484950 Harrogate Library .............................. 0845 0349520 Leeds Bradford Airport .................... 0871 2882288 Tourist Information . ......................... 01423 537300 Harrogate Council ............................. 01423 500600 Odeon Cinema Harrogate . ................. 0871 2244007 Yorkshire Water ................................. 0845 1242424 Electricity NEDL . ................................... 0800 375675 Harrogate District Travel ................ 01423 566061 Taxi Services ......................................... 01423 525200 St Peters C of E Church ...................... 01423 568218 St Roberts RC Church ......................... 01423 873577 Dementia Forward .............................. 01765 601224

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