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Editor’s note

Welcome to February 2020 edition of BEVERLEYMAG and a belated Happy New Year to you all. I hope you all had an enjoyable and restful break. Where did 2019 and the decade go!! They seem to have flown by.

We have a special Spring Weddings Feature in this edition to tie in with the Wedding Fair that is coming up at Beverley Minster on the 7th March. So I am hoping that all you brides-to-be will be able to find help and inspiration within the feature and also at the Wedding Fair.

Don’t forget that it’s a leap year so I am expecting the gossip mill to be on overdrive at the end of the month with tales of women that have taken the bull by the horns and popped the big question to their partners.

If you are not sure about picking up proposal challenge we have a great little article on page 24 that may help you decide. Good luck ladies.

The food & drink section - as always - has great places to eat out and eat in plus some seasonal recipes from Riverford Organics. We also have interesting articles and features in the House & Home section as well as Rebekahs Beauty Box and first class advertisers as usual. Please also check out our Wine column with Roy Woodcock, Travel with Marion Owen as well as local news stories and Gardening advice. As usual we finish off with Fiona Dwyer’s ‘food for thought’.

We also have the Hull City & Rugby League columns and some fantastic competitions in this issue with tickets for some great gigs up for grabs too.

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Bridging the gap in transport investment will bring boost to Beverley Station

The recent general election means we have won seats in places that haven’t voted Conservative in over 100 years, or sometimes in places that have never voted Tory at all.

It’s now important that we repay the trust of those who have lent us their vote, potentially for the first time, and I know from my own experience that our area has lost out in the past in favour of London and the South East when it comes to transport.

The Government is continuing to implement its ‘Strategic Vision for Rail’, and while this may sound ever so slightly nebulous, its goals of enhancing services and upgrading infrastructure will soon reap benefits in Beverley. £600,000 is being invested at Beverley train station, to improve the passenger experience and enhance the look and feel of the station.

Of course, one of Beverley station’s main features – the magnificent bridge between the platforms – has perhaps seen better days. The significant investment will be used to fully refurbish it; renewing both the steps and the walkway and giving it a much-needed fresh lick of paint. The investment will also go towards strengthening the bridge and repairing any corrosion present

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But in the meantime, I’m glad to see that commuters in Beverley are going to benefit from a significant revamp of the Grade-II listed building and bridge.

– both of which will help to put to bed avoidable future delays caused by wear and tear.

All in all, nearly £50 billion will be put into rail over the course of the next 5 years, which is the biggest investment in modern times. Our rail system comes in for a lot a flak at times, and deservedly so on occasion, but I do think it’s worth pointing out that passenger numbers have more than doubled over the last decade or so, which is why we’re currently investing more into rail than any other EU country.

I recognise that what people need from our railways is quite simple: comfortable, spacious carriages (and enough of them) and trains that get you where you need to be on time; without these seemingly interminable delays.

I’ll be delighted to see the back of Pacer trains, which are thankfully and finally all being retired this year. Thousands of new carriages are being introduced onto lines around Beverley between now and 2022, including Hull Trains’ new Paragon fleet and the Azuma trains running from Hull to King’s Cross.

They’re comfier, more reliable, and able to carry more people. We’re also targeting investment to help reduce delays, such as by putting £450 million in to increase digital management of the railway.

I know there needs to be genuine

and lasting reform of our rail system to deliver the best possible journeys for commuters in and around Beverley, which is what the

I’ve been taking suggestions for improvements from the local community in order to pass them onto Network Rail, so if anyone has any recommendations, please do contact my office on grahamstuartmp@parliament.uk.

Tiny Treasures sessions at the Treasure House Tiny Treasures sessions will return to the Treasure House, Beverley for winter/ spring 2020.

The fun sessions, for under 5s and their grown-ups, explore themes linked to the Beverley Art Gallery and Treasure House Museum collections and each session runs from 1.30-2.30pm.

An exciting range of activities include messy play, paint, crafts, role play, handling items and more, with a story and a ‘Tiny Challenge’ at the end of each session.

The winter and spring sessions will have the following themes: l Thursday, 13 February – People.

This session includes messy paintbased play, a portrait craft, and lots of the exploration based on people and portraiture l Thursday, 12 March – Fossils. This session includes digging for fossils, making rubbings, and lots of other exploration based on fossils.

Lucy Cooke, under 5’s learning coordinator at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “We are excited to hold these sessions, which are based on really interesting themes reflecting on what the art gallery and museum offers to visitors, for winter and spring.

“They promise to be a lot of fun – but we would advise the young participants to bring a change of clothes with them, just in case!”

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Health & Wellbeing

Daily Tips For Improving Your Mental Health Maintaining positive mental health is one of the biggest challenges of modern day life. But it’s the little things that make a difference, and with these simple tips and tricks from our health and wellness guru Amelia Krapotkin, you can incorporate some small steps into your daily routine to stay mentally healthy and happy.

Start The Day Right

“Anxiety is often worst in the morning, so try to avoid activities that trigger stress levels before you’re ready. For example, I never open my emails until I’m up, showered and have had a coffee.

That way I can’t be hit by a stressor that could make me feel less ready to take on the day.”

Exercise Is Key

“The benefits of exercise on mental health are well acknowledged. Put simply, the act of moving releases endorphins – feel-good hormones – and helps you feel more energised and focused. This doesn’t mean you need to sign up to a gym, though, even walking rather than taking a short tube ride, or taking the stairs rather than the lift can have a marked effect.”

Practise Some Public Transport Breathing Exercises

“The commute is the perfect time to tune into your breath and how it affects your body. When we are stressed our breathing becomes shorter and shallower.

Implementing some meditative breathing techniques can make you feel much more relaxed. Start

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by taking deep, full breaths and exhaling slowly out of your mouth.

This will make a huge difference to how stressed you feel.”

Let Go of Negative Words and Phrases

“Dwelling on problems tends to sink people into negativity. Is your speech or thinking full of words like ‘never’, ‘none’, ‘no’, ‘can’t’ and ‘don’t’? The first step is to catch yourself being negative and make a conscious effort to turn your thinking around. It takes effort to build new habits. Instead of saying, ‘I can’t,’ look for the possibilities.

Open your mind to find solutions.”

allowing your mind and body time to relax, you can get into a vicious cycle. Feeling exhausted is likely to accelerate feelings of anxiety, and this in turn will impact on your ability to sleep peacefully. Make sure to have a night-time routine, aim for eight hours kip a night, and invest in a decent mattress which promotes restful sleep.”

Don’t Underestimate The Power Of Sleep

“There’s a close link between sleep quality and the quality of your mental health. If you’re burning the candle at both ends and not

Switch Off From Tech

“In today’s always-on digital world, it’s easy to think you need to be available 24/7, to check emails in the evening or even on holiday.

Our Wellbeing Index revealed that 67% of HR professionals say ‘leavism’ – working outside contracted hours – is a real issue at their workplace. Establishing clear boundaries, particularly when it comes to technology, is essential

to switching off. Put on the outof-office reply, turn off your work phone and don’t pack your laptop when you leave the office.”

Make Daily Lists

“Write a quick gratitude list of ten things that you are immediately grateful for. When we start to appreciate the little things around us that we take for granted like our health, being able to eat good food, interacting with others, our mood shifts to an attitude of appreciation and then we feel more connected and able to accept things as they come.”

Live In The Moment

“Instead of thinking about what’s happened in the past, or what’s ahead in the future, simply enjoy the moment. Really savour the present time through all your senses – touch, hearing, sight, smell, taste. Or focus on your breathing, in and out. Fill your mind with what’s in the ‘now’ and there’s no room for worries or concerns.”

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6 Bedroom Organising Rules That Actually Work

Sort out your sleep space once and for all with these easy ways to conquer the clutter It’s so easy to let a bedroom get out of hand. It’s a space rarely seen by visitors (so somewhere that can safely act as a dumping ground) and it’s where most of us throw off clothes when we’re too tired to be neat, and rummage through piles when we need to get out the door in the morning. So it’s little wonder it sometimes gets a bit messy.

that smart storage is the key to a calm home, and the rule here is to divide each storage area to fully cater for your individual needs.

Rather than pile everything into a cupboard with just one clothes rail, give your storage an overhaul and start to make it work for you by subdividing the space and carving out a niche for every item.

The trick is to make it super-easy to keep tidy, creating systems that make it a breeze both to access things and to put them away quickly. Try these ideas for size.

Use a pillowcase to store a complete set of bed linen If you’ve ever scrabbled through the laundry pile trying find a full set of bed linen, and wondered where the missing pillowcase/undersheet/ duvet cover has got to, you’ll appreciate this organising trick.

When you launder bed linen, place a full, clean set inside one of the pillowcases before storing it in your wardrobe (or the airing cupboard if you have one). That way, you’ll be able to grab a complete set in seconds when you next change the bed. Simple but effective.

Sub-divide and conquer It will come as no surprise to learn

facing the same way. Then, each time you return a laundered item you’ve recently worn to the rail, turn the hanger so it’s facing in the opposite direction.

At the end of each season, take a look to see if there are any hangers that haven’t been moved. If you haven’t worn an item even once, it might be time to clear it out and donate it to charity.

Avoid a floordrobe With the best will in the world, you’re not always going to hang A bespoke wardrobe will allow you up every piece of clothing in to do this, but you can also upgrade the evening, especially if you’re an existing wardrobe with dividers, planning to wear an item again the following day. extra rails and hooks for keeping scarves, ties and belts together.

To avoid a ‘floordrobe’ situation, where clothes pile up on the floor Employ the reverse hanger trick or get draped over door handles An organised person has a or chair backs, invest in a clothes streamlined wardrobe, so here’s a stand to stylishly drape your little trick to make sure you aren’t garments over in the evening. storing any excess baggage in yours.

Go through your wardrobe and make sure all your hangers are

Dressmakers’ models or valet stands like this one pictured (bottom right) are nice pieces of furniture in their own right and are actively improved with the addition of an artfully draped jacket or scarf.

Have a place for small items Little and often is the golden rule for keeping a clutter-free home. Big overhauls can be useful once in a while, but to keep on top of things, its best to return items to their rightful place every time you’ve finished with them.

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In a bedroom, this means paying attention to the little things. Small items, such as jewellery, make-up, books or papers, can pile up and create visual clutter very quickly.

Having a dedicated storage box for everything means you can return each item to its spot quickly and easily. It should become a habit in no time and will help you keep your room feeling restful and calm.

Tidy cables out of sight Finally, many of us use electronic devices in the bedroom, from phones to e-readers to speakers.

This means cables can quickly pile up, with devices all needing to be charged on a regular basis.

The organising rule here is to clearly label each cable to identify it and prevent a mess of tangled wires. Colour-code each one with a little bit of tape, so you can easily identify which charger belongs to which device, then tether them to prevent them slipping down behind a bedside table. A simple clip on the back of a unit that you can feed the wire through will do the job.

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Classic Blue Hue Of 2020 Every year, the Pantone Colour Institute declares a colour the one to watch and for 2020 it’s Classic Blue. The interiors industry might be quick to embrace the new shade but how exactly can we use it in our own home?

What’s The Definition Of ‘Classic Blue’?

After the energising warmth of last year’s Living Coral, the Pantone Colour Of The Year for 2020 is a timeless shade of blue, designed to bring a sense of peace and tranquillity to the next era - a tonic to growing political unrest across the globe and the significant daily stresses we experience in society.

Associated with calm and quiet, Classic Blue is meant to introduce a sense of serenity and stability to the start of the new decade. It also perfectly captures the beauty of the night sky and deep depths of the ocean. “A boundless blue evocative of the vast and infinite evening sky, Classic Blue encourages us to look beyond the obvious to express and expand our thinking, challenging us to think more deeply, increase our perspective and open the flow

of communication,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of The Pantone Colour Institute.

What Effect Does It Have On A Room?

Dramatic, darker paint shades have been enjoying a renaissance for some time, so introducing this inky blue needn’t take you too far out of your comfort zone.

“Because blue is one of the coolest of all the colours in the spectrum, it instils feelings of reliability and stability,” says Jane Rolfe, co-founder of Rolfe & Skipton. “Darker blues project a sense of sophistication and tranquillity, and make the perfect backdrop for treasured artworks, collections and decorative displays. Think of an inky blue night sky enveloping you in a safe and calm atmosphere.”

How Versatile Is It? Lee Johnson, Beverley Painter & Decorator,

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explains its versatility: “This colour is particularly suited to small spaces – well-lit studies and workstations would benefit from its stimulating feel, but in low level light it becomes a little more tender in feel so would work well in a TV room or sitting room. Light or bright kitchens could benefit from the energizing side of this colour especially when combined with All White for maximum contrast. It’s also great for children’s bedrooms.”

Can It Be Used As An Accent Colour?

For those wary of colour, try adding it to the interior of bookcases or kitchen dressers, or even kitchen cabinets. “More and more, we are seeing requests for statement blue jewel-toned island counters,” explains Jacob Kinnersley, creative design director of JKD. “The island counter is an integral part of approximately 80% of the kitchens we make, but our market is becoming much more imaginative and explorative with colour when it comes to cabinetry. Many opt for neutral surfaces, pantries and wall cabinets, which they pair with a

brave tone, such as a deep blue, on the island counter. This gives the kitchen a more contemporary feel, without overpowering the whole space.” This trend was popular in 2019 and indications are it is only growing for 2020.

What Other Colours Does It Work With?

When it comes to accessories, Classic Blue works well with many different schemes, including clotted cream and turmeric yellow, blush pink furniture and textiles, and brass and gold accents. It’s a really adaptable colour to introduce all year round, says Creations Upholstery’s resident style advisor, Simon Barker, who claims searches for blue hues are up over 50%.

“If you are seeking versatility in your interiors, ‘Classic Blue’ will successfully sail through the seasons, making this tone a solid option for investment furniture and décor,” he says. “Conjuring images of the hazy Mediterranean coast through summer and capturing the crisp, coolness of the winter months, its transformative qualities are boundless.”

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Bygone Beverley - In association with the East Riding Archive

WE’LL MEET AGAIN…

The Second World War created an untold number of personal difficulties, anxieties, and tragedies for those who endured it, but perhaps one of the most common experiences for people in those days was to be separated from their partner or spouse, often by a great distance, for years at a time. Many people also never saw their loved one again.

Thomas and Vera Scrowston of Beverley were one of the thousands of couples affected by the war, but the distance between them was unable to undermine their love for each other, which is captured beautifully in the letters sent by Thomas and Vera to each other whilst Thomas was on active service with the RAF, which help to tell the story of their endurance through wartime.

This substantial set of letters, now preserved at East Riding Archives, was mostly collected by Vera during the war, amounting to 29 bundles.

It’s a unique collection for us, kindly deposited by one of Thomas and Vera’s sons to ensure its permanent preservation. With each one of the letters you get a real impression of how strongly they loved and missed each other, and Thomas writes a lot about their wedding plans, news of family & friends, receiving parcels, and events in his squadron. In fact, they probably illustrate the experiences of many couples during the war.

Italy. Sadly, Thomas and Vera have since passed away, but the memory of their romance lives on in these letters, which can be read in the research room of the Treasure House, by request.

To find out more about the East Riding Archives, please visit www.eastridingarchives.co.uk

Thomas was born on 29th May 1916, and Vera (maiden name Thompson), was born on 16th September 1917. They were married at Beverley Minster on 23rd March 1940 and remained in devoted contact with each other for the whole period 1939-1945, whilst Thomas was stationed both in England and overseas in Tripoli, Egypt, Malta, Sicily, and mainland

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Sausage and Jerusalem artichoke bake with cabbage Serves 2 Assemble a whole meal using just one tray.

Ideally your tray should be a roasting tin that can go both on the stove and in the oven. The ones with rims are best since foil crimps tightly over them – the tighter the foil, the quicker the contents will bake.

Ingredients Rapeseed or sunflower oil, for frying 8 pork sausages 1 litre hot chicken stock 600g Jerusalem artichokes, scrubbed clean and cut in half or in wedges, depending on size 80g Puy or dark green lentils, rinsed in cold water, then drained Leaves from 4 large thyme sprigs 1 tsp fennel seeds, crushed ¼ tsp dried chilli flakes Pinch of smoked paprika (optional) 1 Savoy or January King cabbage, outer leaves removed, cut into wedges with the root intact salt and black pepper Method Heat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a flame- and ovenproof roasting tin (or use a frying pan and transfer the cooked sausages to a roasting tin).

Fry the sausages, turning now and then to brown them on all sides, for about 10 minutes. Add 800ml of stock. Cover with foil and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Uncover the roasting tin and add the Jerusalem artichokes, lentils, thyme, fennel seeds, chilli flakes and paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Put the tin back into the oven (still uncovered) for 15 minutes or so.

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Roy Woodcock’s

World of Wine So, here we are, well and truly into 2020 and with all the festive and New Year celebrations but a fast dimming memory, perhaps it’s time to try some new wines. In fact that does seem like a very good new year’s resolution!

One suggestion would be an interesting, but lesser-known, white wine grape that drinks exceptionally well. It’s called Albarino and grows in north-west Spain and also in Portugal, where it is known as Alvarinho.

In Portugal it has long been a contributor to Vinho Verde - the classic, slightly spritz wine, but was little known in Spain until about 20 years ago when the setting up of the Rias Baixas denomination of origin in Galicia in Spain led to it suddenly becoming a fashionable drink in the bars and restaurant of Madrid.

Part of the problem was the fact that the grapes were difficult to grow in any quantity because it was difficult to get the rapes to ripen in the cool climate in that region of Spain. But the upside of that climate problem is that the grapes produce a white wine

with delicious acidity, which makes it excellent with fish and seafood.

Albarino has a dramatic aromatic intensity, so expect aromas of lemons, limes, grapefruit and honeysuckle, and occasionally orange zest, and a mouth-watering tingly taste, coupled with subtle salty and bitter notes.

It’s usually best to drink within a year or two of the vintage to ensure the wine retains its trademark acidity and bold, fruity aromas and is very much a wine to drink with seafood.

But white meats wouldn’t be a problem and, depending on personal taste, it’s definitely worth trying with Vietnamese, Thai and Caribbean food.

Because of the difficulties in growing the grape, Albarino wines can be expensive, but I’ve picked out one bargain offer worth trying - see this month’s “best buys” section. * Talking of price, two budget £4.99 wines have proved a hit with shoppers - with Lidl selling the equivalent to 16,000 glasses of them an hour during the festive period.

The supermarket’s Rioja Joven DOC and the Argentinian Malbec wines proved a firm favourite among Christmas shoppers.

The two popular red wines are both part of Lidl’s core range, meaning shoppers can pick up a bottle all year round and the news comes as new data revealed wine was the fastest-growing sector for Lidl last Christmas, with 21 per cent growth over the last year.

The Rioja Joven is a refreshing wine, with bright black plum aromas making it juicy and appetising. It’s also highly versatile, meaning you can enjoy it with anything from pizza to steak. The Argentinian Malbec is ripe and plummy with a dry and savoury finish, and delicious with steak and grilled meats.

Lidl’s master of wine Richard Bampfield said: “It’s wonderful to see that Rioja and Argentinian Malbec continue to be so popular, with both demonstrating that you don’t need to spend over the odds for high quality wine.

“The Malbec is a particular favourite of mine – it’s delicious paired with roast beef on a Sunday.” * Has the bubble burst for sparkling wine sales? That certainly seems to be the case if latest sales figures are to be believed, because fizz in all its forms is now facing a decline according to the Wine and Spirits Trade Association’s latest Market Report.

While sparkling wine, particularly Prosecco, has enjoyed a boom over the last ten years, overall sales went down for the first time by three per cent in the last 12 months. The price of wine has gone up by up to seven

per cent in the past year, and the WSTA said this could be partly to blame for the drop.

The wine industry has blamed the Government for refusing to cut duty on wine for 35 years, making it more costly and causing drinkers to choose other beverages. Miles Beale, Chief Executive of the Wine and Spirit Trade Association, said: Wine drinkers haven’t enjoyed a cut in duty for 35 years, since Nigel Lawson was Chancellor and only then because he was forced into it by the Courts. Wine was singled out for a duty rise at the last Budget which, on top of the weakening of the pound, has contributed to a further hike in wine prices.

“This is why the WSTA is calling for a cut to wine excise duty at the Budget to help revitalise the industry, encourage investment and bring a boost to the economy.”

But notwithstanding all of that, retailers will be enjoying a boom in fizz sales this month because of Valentine’s and I’ve picked out a nice pink Champagne as a “best buy” as it’s currently enjoying a price cut at the Co-op for a limited period. * Finally, there was good news recently for Majestic, who have an outlet in Beverley, after a takeover by private equity firm Fortress Investment Group, who immediately announced plans to keep open its 190 stores and possibly open new ones. Under its previous leadership, Majestic had been set to close up to 140 of the 190 stores.

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Where: Co-op When: Now, until February 18 Why: A Champagne of complex yet refreshing flavours. Les Pionniers Rosé reveals a glorious palate of red berries, raspberries and invigorating, fine and persistent bubbles!

Where: Co-op When: Now, until February 18 Why: Really worth trying if you’ve never tasted Albarino before. It’s limey and crisp and full of ripe white fruit with a refreshing zesty finish. A great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.

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Where: Roberts & Speight, Beverley When: Now (while stocks last) Why: A white wine made from Zibibbo grapes; dry and fresh, with intense aromas of jasmine, green apples and citron with a long lingering taste of citrus fruit, yellow peaches and green apples.

Alike the Albarino, good with fish and shellfish dishes.

Price: £6.99 (was £9.49)

Where: Waitrose When: Now, until February 18 Why: A full-bodied wine, it displays soft tannins and a long finish. It is a perfect accompaniment to char-grilled red meats and hearty Italian dishes.

‘Probably Beverley’s Most Popular Italian Restaurant’ Set Menu - Available Sunday to Thursday Three Courses £18.50 • Two Courses £15.50 Starters Soup of the Day Homemade served with fresh baked bread Stuffed Mushrooms Filled with chicken liver pate, deep fried in bread crumbs served with salad garnish and a creamy mayonnaise Melon and Cheese Salad (v) Succulent melon with sliced mozzarella served on rocket leaves with a honey and red wine dressing Avocado Cocktail Pieces of avocado, crab and prawns served on iceberg lettuce, coated with a Marie Rose sauce Melanzane alla Parmigiana (v) Slices of aubergine baked with tomato, garlic, mozzarella and parmesan cheese

Main Course Pollo Stroganoff Strips of chicken fried with onions, mushrooms, paprika, French mustard, red wine, demi-glace and a touch of cream Grilled Salmon Served with a tomato concasse and a light lemon sauce

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Pollo – Peppe Strips of chicken in a sauce of green and pink peppercorns and a touch of cream Mushroom and Celery Stroganoff Fried mushrooms with onions, celery, French mustard, paprika, tomato and cream Pasta alla Pasticciata Pappardelle pasta cooked with smoked bacon, mushrooms, peas and finished in a cream sauce with parmesan cheese Risotto Primavera Braised Arborio rice with asparagus, peas and green beans finished with butter and parmesan cheese Spicy Penne Arabiatta Pasta tubes in a sauce of pepperoni, spicy sausage, garlic and tomato

Dessert Lemon Roulade Gluten free Torta Amaretto Layers of liqueur soaked sponge filled with cream, decorated with crushed macaroons, topped with Chantilly cream and whole Amaretti

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Seven Proven Benefits of Turmeric With powerful anti-inflammatory properties and natural energy-boosting qualities, turmeric is one of the healthiest spices on the market. Whether you’re in need of a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or something to boost your overall wellbeing, adding some to your diet can help you in a variety of ways.

East Yorkshire nutritionist Karen Mann shares seven of turmeric’s most impressive benefits - and the easiest ways to consume it…

your diet regularly can increase your intake of these minerals that are essential for daily bodily functions.

1. Reduces Inflammation In The Body The most-researched beneficial substance in turmeric root is curcumin. It can impact inflammatory pathways in the body, giving turmeric its powerful antiinflammatory properties. Research has shown turmeric supplements reducing inflammation caused by inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and rheumatoid arthritis, while reducing abdominal pain in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) sufferers. We can all benefit from turmeric as it also counterbalances inflammation coming from western-style diets.

2. Protects Against Daily Aggressors Turmeric is a source of potent antioxidants, which work to protect our cells and counteract the free radical damage incurred daily by our bodies. Cellular damage may occur due to environmental toxins, smoking and pollution. Turmeric has been found to relieve coughs and irritation in the lungs caused by air pollution.

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Made with turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, coconut 5. Improves Blood Flow oil, and almond milk, this is Turmeric has been shown to an easy Ayurvedic drink recipe improve blood flow to the heart and reduce risk of plaque build-up that offers a range of healing in the arteries, thereby reducing the properties. Whether you are risk of developing atherosclerosis trying to reduce inflammation, – a major cause of cardiovascular get some relief from a terrible diseases worldwide. The only cough, or get some glow on caution with turmeric is: at higher doses, it can have a blood-thinning your skin, this soothing drink effect, so make sure you consult is guaranteed to offer you the your GP or pharmacist if you’re comfort you need.

6. Encourages A Lifted Mood There is some evidence to show turmeric can have an antidepressant effect, so it could be a worthwhile compound to incorporate into the diet alongside medication and other behavioural therapies.

7. Rids Unwanted Bacteria While more research needs to be done, some studies have shown turmeric may suppress the growth

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some into savoury dishes such as curries, soups, salads, rice dishes and sauces/marinades. You can add freshly grated or ground turmeric into the saucepan along with onions, garlic and olive oil as the base to soups and curries, cook for a few minutes, then add in your vegetables and stock of choice.

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4. Helps To Alleviate Pain Turmeric can elicit effects upon certain pain receptors within the body, with research showing effectiveness for abdominal pain, KEEN TO TRY TUMERIC? chest pain and menstrual cramps.

The easiest ways to include it For the latter, research showed a in your the diet is by sprinkling turmeric extract taken daily for seven days prior to a period made a significant impact on improving pain, mood and behaviour in women with PMS. Turmeric can also reduce swelling and fatigue.

taking other blood-thinning medications or agents.

3. Boosts Bone Health Turmeric is also a source of minerals including manganese, phosphorous and potassium, which play a key role in bone, muscle and heart health. Adding turmeric to

of bacteria. It’s known for being a great antiseptic for healing wounds and cuts, but can also keep internal systems clean. Adding it to your diet daily is a great, easy way to bolster your immunity.

Method 1. Place milk, cinnamon stick, turmeric, ginger, coconut oil, and black pepper in a small saucepan.

2. Cook, stirring frequently, until warm but not boiling.

3. Give it a taste and add in your sweetener.

4. If you used fresh turmeric and ginger, strain it to your cups.

If not, divide it in two mugs.

5. If preferred, sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Serve.

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Swede, celeriac and carrots braised in olive oil Serves 4-6 as a side This is a Turkish method, common along the Aegean coast, that’s used for cooking lots of different vegetables. The idea is to braise them slowly with lemon juice, olive oil, salt and a little sugar to concentrate and accentuate their natural flavours. It is definitely best served at room temperature, and preferably the next day. This recipe comes from Riverford Cook Anna, who likes it served as part of a mezze spread.

Ingredients ½ large swede (about 500g) ½ large celeriac (about 500g) 2 large carrots (about 250g) Juice of 2 lemons, or to taste 125ml good olive oil 2 tsp sugar, or to taste 1½ tsp salt, or to taste 1 fresh bay leaf 4 peppercorns Leaves and tender stems from a bunch of parsley (about 30g), chopped Leaves and tender stems from a bunch of dill (about 30g), chopped Method Scrub and peel the vegetables. Cut the carrots into thickish slices on a sharp angle. Cut the swede and celeriac into 1cm slices, and then into 1cm batons. Cut these into cubes or diamonds. Put the veg into a large, wide pan and add the lemon juice, olive oil, sugar, salt, bay leaf and peppercorns.

Add cold water until they are almost but not quite submerged. Cover with baking paper pressed to the surface and a lid and set over a medium heat. When it comes to a simmer, turn the heat down and cook slowly for about 1 hour, until the vegetables are completely tender. Try to avoid stirring too much so that the vegetables hold their shape.

Halfway through the cooking time, taste the braising liquid and decide if it needs more lemon, oil or seasonings. When the vegetables are done, lift them out with a slotted spoon into your serving dish and discard the bay leaf and peppercorns. With the pan uncovered,

boil the braising liquid until reduced and syrupy.

Taste it occasionally and stop it from boiling if it’s becoming too salty. Add the herbs to the liquid, then pour it over the vegetables and let cool.

Serve at room temperature.

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Jackfruit Is The New Ingredient You Need To Know About Why is jackfruit suddenly so popular?

Research shows that 12% of people tried vegetarian and/or vegan diets in 2019, with women twice as likely to make the switch than men; alongside this, the tastecard Taste of the Year committee recently announced jackfruit as the food destined to dominate the restaurant scene this year. Jackfruit, a relative of the fig

family, is becoming more well-known as the meat replacement go to, knocking tofu and quorn off the top spot. Chefs are also experimenting with the fruit more and more, while customers are increasingly interested in its health benefits. Containing no saturated fat or cholesterol, demand from millennial home cooks means supermarkets are also clamouring to get on board with the trend.

What exactly is it?

Jackfruit, a tropical tree fruit native to southwest India, is large, with thick, yellow flesh and edible seeds and pods. The flesh has a sweet, distinctive flavour, which some describe as a cross between banana and pineapple. When it isn’t fully ripe, the flesh lends itself to being a decent substitute for meat in vegetarian or vegan dishes.

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12 reasons to propose to your boyfriend this leap year This year is a leap year which means, we have a 29th day in February, on which girls are ‘allowed’ to propose to their fellas.

And, while tradition dictates that men should be the ones doing the asking, this year, women can get in on the action and plan their own proposal. So, if you’re thinking of popping the question, go for it. Here are 12 reasons why you should propose to your boyfriend this leap year.

1. Who makes the rules?

Sure, ‘traditionally’ it is the man’s job to ask for a woman’s hand in marriage, but, did you know, it was way back in the fifth century that St Brigid of Kildare asked the patron Saint of Ireland’s permission for women to propose on February 29th, so sick was she of single

ask for them. *Adds husband to that list* 7. Tradition is over-rated Traditionally it is a man’s job to do the asking, but, traditionally university education for women was forbidden, they had no rights to apply for divorce and ‘disobedience’ was punished with a public whipping. Join the revolution.

women moaning about suitors too ‘shy’ to do it themselves. As rules go, they don’t get more ancient than that.

2. You’re in good company Zsa Zsa Gabor apparently proposed to all nine of her husbands – and it worked for her… ish.

3. Life’s too short for dropping hints Subtly walking past jewellery shops,

leaving wedding magazines lying around and ‘accidentally’ switching over to Jennifer Aniston rom-coms on Netflix when your boyfriend thought you were tucking into another episode of Narcos. Get it together, girl – spit it out.

4. Men are useless Not, thankfully, in every sense of the word, but it’s common knowledge that men aren’t very good at multitasking and, when it comes to making decisions, sometimes need a bit if a push in the right direction.

5. You won’t get the opportunity again for another four years By which time you’ll be… *gulps* 6. It’s 2020 Which means you no longer have to comply to the traditional rules of society that you are *supposed* to.

And, from pay rises to professional acknowledgment, there are certain things that are easier to get if you

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8. Stepping out of your comfort zone Because nothing is more thrilling than pushing your personal boundaries and a ‘yes’ from the love of your life beats an indoor rock climbing class at your local community gym.

9. ‘But I’ll never know if he was ever going to do it…’

Sure, because your boyfriend is totally going to legally commit himself to you for the rest of his life because he couldn’t think of a polite way to say no.

10. It’s an excuse for a party It’s February, it’s cold, it’s wet, it’s dark and means that, unless National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day is a biggy for you on March 1, there’s not a lot coming up to get excited about for a couple of months.

11. You can pick your own engagement ring And won’t have to pretend to like Granny-in-law’s hand-me-down.

12. What’s the worst that can happen?

Okay, Let’s not go there!

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Your stress free wedding time-line checklist With the prestigious Beverley Minster Wedding Fair just around the corner brides-tobe can make some serious in-roads on their to-do-lists by finding and securing the services of the professional wedding suppliers in attendance. We have compiled a checklist and timeline below to ensure your big day is stress free and runs smoothly.

Check availability of places to stay for guests.

12 months+ before your wedding

Get a Pinterest account and search for lots of inspiration.

Plan your engagement party.

Discuss your budget with your parents or look up tips on saving for a wedding.

Think about themes and colours for your wedding.

Start your guest list.

Hire a wedding consultant if you’re using one.

Choose bridesmaids, groomsmen and ushers.

Meet photographers, florists, caterers and entertainment.

10 months to go Order your wedding dress and accessories.

Plan your honeymoon (book any jabs you need and check passport dates!).

Arrange wedding transport.

If you’re planning on making anything start doing it now.

Order your invitations and plan your order of service.

Choose wedding rings.

Meet with and book your wedding officiant or clergyman.

Buy bridesmaid dresses.

Book wedding night hotel.

Select a date and reserve your ceremony and reception site.

Arrange venue decor.

6 months to go

1 week to go

Organise a hen party / stag do.

Give final guest count to reception venue and caterer.

Finalise all details with your photographers, florists, caterers and entertainment.

Send out your invites.

Purchase any presents for your parents and attendees.

Select groom’s tuxedo and book your hire or buy attire for groomsmen.

Write your vows.

Order wedding favours for your guests.

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Start packing for your honeymoon.

Make sure everything fits!

Send you wedding announcement to the local newspaper.

Write any cheques required for the wedding day.

Arrange for wedding gifts to be transported to your home.

1 day to go As Frankie says... RELAX.

Choose outfits for Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom.

Have fun with your friends and family who have come over early.

Check marriage licence requirements.

Start getting snap happy.

Start thinking about your favourite music for the party.

Purchase wedding lingerie.

1 month to go Plan a surprise, present or note for your partner for when they are getting ready without you on the morning of your wedding.

Meet with your hairdresser and make up artist for a consultation.

Book manicure, pedicure and spa treatment to relax.

Break in your shoes.

Buy a guest book.

Ensure your overnight bag is packed and delivered to your hotel.

Speak to your attendants - check everyone knows what they need to do and when.

After the wedding Make a gift list and send out your thank you notes.

Make sure everything is sorted out for your name change.

Send wedding cake to anyone who couldn’t make the wedding.

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Beauty Box Happy New Year, beauty fans! If Santa Claus didn’t bring you everything you were hoping for from your festive wish list, and you’re thinking about how best to address your needs, it makes financial sense to consider what sort of products you can get away with saving pennies on, and which are worth the splurge.

I often get asked where best to invest when it comes to make-up and appreciate that it can be a totally overwhelming shopping experience with so much variety now available on the high street and at the high end. I love a bargain, but believe there are key products that should not be scrimped on. Number one is foundation.

Along with skincare, your foundation is a product you’re going to be wearing across a large surface area, not just dabbed here and there, so you want to make sure what you’re putting on your face is kind as well as long-wearing.

John Lewis has so much available in the fancy beauty hall, so pop along and be sure to check out Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturiser (£35), ideal for those who like a sheer, glowy look.

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“There are key products that shouldn’t be scrimped on” This luminous product offers lightweight coverage in an oilfree formula, ideal for acne-prone or sensitive skin. Due to the dewy effect of this product, it’s also an excellent option for more mature skin.

If you prefer a little more coverage, I swear by Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear SPF15 (£35.50) for its buildable, flawless coverage, available in 45 shades. And for a full face ready to take on anything, head across town to Debenhams and find the Kat Von D products to pick up Lock It foundation (£28). With an incredible liquidto-powder-feel finish, it’s super long- wearing and in my opinion negates the need for a concealer or powder. Talking of concealer, this is another area I wouldn’t scrimp on. In Boots, try the IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye Concealer (£25).

Deliciously thick and reassuringly durable, I’ve never used a product so forgiving to colour match and flawless to blend.

When it comes to powder, I will always return to Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder Translucent (£30) for its perfectly buffed and set finish. And my final piece of advice when it comes to splurging would be to go for a really decent eyeshadow palette. There’s nothing

worse than cheap, chalky colours that are impossible to build and blend, and fade before the sun has.

Opting for a higher- end palette should mean kick-ass colour payoff, blendability and a look that should see you through the night. I love Anastasia Beverly Hills and Huda Beauty for eyeshadows, and both can be purchased though online beauty stores like Cult Beauty and Beauty Bay from £46 for a full palette.

So, where can you make savings?

Lipsticks, mascaras, brow pencils and powders, nail polish... fill your boots! Some of my favourite lip colours cost me less than a tenner, and I include the NYX Suede Matte Lip Liner (£4, Boots) in that. Brunch Me is the perfect nude shade for lining and filling in, or pop NYX Butter Lip Gloss over the top in Crème Brulee (£5.50) for a silky smile. It smells like vanilla candy, too! Cheap lipsticks are a fun way of trying a new shade and being a little bolder. CYO Matte Lot Of Good Lipstick in Stage Dive is just £2 in Boots, and is such a beautifully fiery shade. For falsies, Kiss lashes can be picked up for as little as £5; however try the new Lash Couture Faux Mink Collection from Boots (£7.99) for the silkiest, fluffiest flutter around!

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Head to Wilko, navigate towards the makeup aisle, locate the Essence counter, pick yourself up off the floor where you fell down in astonishment at the prices and grab yourself the best mascara you’ll ever use for less than the cost of a pint. Lash Princess is £3.30 and offers amazing volume, length and separation.

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6 Unusual Honeymoons

Whether it’s on a cast-away island, or in a city full of culture, there are few better ways to kick-off married life than with an unforgettable adventure. From utterly romantic desert camps in Oman to the idyllic Andaman Islands, BeverleyMag contributor Emily Hardwick reveals six of the most unusual honeymoon destinations...

Off-Grid Indulgence: Oman

While Morocco is now wellestablished on the honeymoon trail, Oman offers a unique alternative. Swap Morocco’s Sahara Desert to sleep under the stars in a luxury Bedouin camp in Oman’s Wahiba Sands. Or trade the buzz of Marrakesh for Muscat or Morocco’s Atlas Mountains for one of Oman’s remote mountaintop retreats.

Looking for some beach time?

Instead of Morocco’s bohemian Essaouira, opt for Oman’s Musandam Peninsula.

Where to stay: Alila Jabal Akhdar; Al Roose, Al Jabal Al Akhdar 621 Insider’s tip: For ultimate romance, sleep under the desert stars at Magic Camps.

Jungles & Cast-Away Islands: Belize

For adventure lovers, Belize ticks all the boxes. The coastline unfurls across miles of golden beaches, all

of which offer a range of one-off experiences: escape to a private island resort; dive in the Blue Hole; or snorkel the world’s second biggest barrier reef. Alternatively, hunker down in a rainforestswamped luxury lodge or kayak along the meandering Macal River before hiking up to the roaring waterfalls.

Where to stay: Cayo Espanto; Cayo Espanto Private Island Vacation Resort, San Pedro Insider’s tip: Tikal, one of Central America’s most magnificent Mayan sites, is just across the border in Guatemala and makes a great addon to a Belize itinerary.

Cultural Immersion: Japan From the futuristic buzz of Tokyo to the temple-studded streets of Kyoto, Japan promises an unforgettable adventure. Tokyo is an obvious first stop: soak up the neon-blur, experience its

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Cayo Espanto robot cafes or lose yourself in its minimalist fashion boutiques.

Eating will also be top of the agenda, from backstreet ramen bars to world-class restaurants.

After the adrenaline-high of Tokyo, Kyoto makes for a slower-paced antidote - a city peppered with traditional temples, shrines and ornate gardens. Looking to explore further? Japan has it all: hike up Mount Fuji, immerse yourself in traditional forest bathing or even try hitting the ski slopes.

Where to stay: Aman Kyoto; 1 Okitayama Washimine-Cho, Kita-ku, Kyoto Insider’s tip: For an extra dose of romance, visit Japan during the Sakura season (usually end of March to early April) when the landscape is cloaked in soft cherry blossoms.

Effortlessly Gorgeous Italy: Puglia

While honeymooners tend to crowd the glitzy Amalfi Coast, Puglia makes for a more low-key alternative. Sun-baked, whitewashed and effortlessly gorgeous, Puglia’s double coastline envelopes secluded coves and stunning towns, from Polignano a Mare to Monopoli. Away from the coast, Puglia is a rural tumble of olive groves, hilltop towns and vineyards. Honeymooners looking for memorable places to stay will love Puglia’s converted trulli – conical dwellings that dot the countryside – and its white-washed masseria - traditional Puglian farmhouses serving locally sourced food.

Where to stay: Masseria Potenti; Contrada Potenti, Manduria Insider’s tip: Just over the border in Basilicata is Matera, an ancient cave city that makes for a fascinating add-on to a Puglia trip.

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Between India and Myanmar, the Andaman Islands are laden with unspoilt beaches. Think the

Maldives, just without the crowds.

Base yourself on Havelock Island, where kicking back and relaxing is the order of the day. If you fancy more activity, there’s enough to keep you busy from jungle trekking and island hopping. Neil Island, one-hour away by boat, is a must.

Where to stay: Jalakara; Village number 4, Havelock Island Insider’s tip: Red Snapper, Wild Orchid’s thatch-roofed restaurant, serves up delicious seafood platters in a romantic, candlelit beach setting.

Rare Wildlife & Beach Escapes: Madagascar

Flung off the east coast of southern Africa, Madagascar is perfect for nature lovers. Get ready to set sigh on hundreds of exotic species and dramatic landscapes, that range from baobab-studded plains to dense jungle. Five percent of the world’s wildlife calls Madagascar home, so this is the place to embrace your inner Attenborough: go whale spotting; meet the island’s famous lemurs; or scuba dive with turtles. Just be sure to visit the island’s charming colonial villages, as well as factor in a hefty dose of relaxation. Miavana, Madagascar’s first super-smart eco lodge, is paving the way for luxury sustainability here – its offshore island location is pure honeymoon paradise.

Where to stay: Miavana; Nosy Ankao Insider’s tip: If time allows, travel to the unearthly Parc National Bemaraha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can climb and abseil amongst a surreal “forest” of serrated limestone pinnacles.

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Canada…

is one of my favourite places in the world, especially British Columbia.

Victoria is the Capital of British Columbia, although I would say Vancouver is better known and more popular with visitors.

Victoria being located on Vancouver Island having no direct flights possibly hinders it but I can assure you it is very much worth a visit and very different to Vancouver.

Victoria’s best known sight is Buchart Gardens. No visit would be complete without spending a few hours admiring the ever changing floral bursts and greenery.

I am no gardener myself but I have had several visits. I love the views, it’s a photographer’s paradise whatever time of year you visit. In the summer months you can enjoy a different perspective when the gardens are lit and often this is enhanced with a musical concert.

Gardens are not the only attraction here. Victoria is home to some grand buildings for example the Parliament buildings and the the Empress Hotel (a nice spot for a traditional afternoon tea) or to enrich your culture a visit to one of the many museums in the heart of the city. The inner harbour is lovely to stroll around, there is always lots of activity taking place with float planes and ferries.

For shopping fanatics there is plenty of choice whether you want souvenirs or general department stores and malls you will not be disappointed with what’s on offer.

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Take a look at any early antique tea caddy and you will immediately notice a couple of really weird things. For one thing it will be extremely well made in fine quality wood, perhaps with elegant decoration. Even odder – it will have a lock!

Now we all know some folk can be tight but security precautions on the tea caddy?

What we have to remember is that in the 18th century and early nineteenth century tea was an expensive commodity which was only regularly drunk by the wellheeled. The hoi polloi drank ale and if times were hard water.

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personal taste.

The earliest caddies were extremely attractive objects, often veneered in mahogany, sometimes in walnut, satinwood or even tortoiseshell.

Whilst the most common shapes were rectangular or hexagonal boxes, there were some quite extraordinary creations: I have seen caddies in the shape of toadstools, melons, apples, pears and any number of other fruits.

As the nineteenth century wore on tea prices came down and it became a drink that could be enjoyed by simply anyone. As soon as that happened the heyday of the caddy, at least as an expensive highly decorative object, was over and although the late Victorians produced some presentable and attractive caddies, they were not in quite the same class as those produced around the turn of the nineteenth century.

By the end of the Victorian age, the day of the tin caddy had arrived, caddies had become mundane, utilitarian objects which no-one would have dreamt of standing on the sideboard, far less locking up.

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It is a real beauty, a very good quality piece and when it went under the hammer recently it was snapped up by a local dealer for £150.

There are a number of reasons why tea caddies still arouse quite a bit of interest. Apart from the fact that they are pretty, decorative pieces, they are also useful as jewellery boxes or for storing things.

Ironically, probably the last thing that anyone would today think of keeping in one of these attractive boxes is …. tea!

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Rugby League - by AJ Martell

How to approach a career change… and secure your next job It’s been a bad start to the New Year for rugby league fans. Just as memories of Great Britain’s abysmal showing down under began to fade, two huge events have rocked the world of rugby league in the UK and given everyone a timely reminder that there are more important things in life than sport.

No one can fail to have been touched by the news of Leeds legend Rob Burrow being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). His emotional interview with Tanya Arnold followed by his appearance at Headingley alongside his former team mates and some of the biggest names of the sport in recent years, Sinfield, Peacock, Senior and McGuire, shook the sport to its core with an outpouring of support from players and fans of all clubs.

Toronto Wolfpack. At 34 years of age Williams has returned to league for potentially the final chapter of his illustrious sporting career and his two-year contract with the Canadian club has made him the richest player in either rugby code.

same fighting spirit to take on this dreadful disease.

Closer to home, Hull KR’s Mose Masoe (below) suffered a serious spinal injury in a pre-season friendly match when, only minutes into the game against Wakefield and after an innocuous looking collision Masoe lost all feeling from the chest down after one of three artificial discs in his neck gave way and pinched his spinal cord.

Burrows remains defiant, committed to staying positive and doing all he can to raise awareness of MND for others who face the same battle but who don’t have the backing of an entire sport behind them.

And it would be remiss not to pay a huge credit to Jamie Jones Buchannan for sharing his testimonial match with Burrow to help raise funds to support Rob and his family in what are bound to be difficult years ahead.

For me personally Rob played a part in one of the most memorable moments in the Super League years, ranking alongside the famous “wide-to-West try”, when 5ft 4ins Burrow tried to pick a fight with 6ft 5in Epalahame Lauaki.

Lauaki had his hands on Rob’s head and it was like a comedy sketch with Rob swinging his arms and not getting anywhere near him. He will certainly need that

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Not only has it put an end to his playing career but the injury leaves him facing the biggest fight of his career with his coach Tony Smith confirming that if Mose is able to walk again that will be a success. It must surely be every player’s worst nightmare.

A gentle giant with a bubbly personality off the pitch and a ferocious opponent on it, Masoe will no doubt approach this new challenge with the same determination and character.

As always, in such times the rugby league community comes together and these two great players know that they have the backing of the whole of rugby league not least of all because they are such good people.

With the start of the Super League season now only a couple of weeks away, both our local sides have been in action in friendlies.

Hull FC have beaten Championship sides Batley, Halifax and London with promising performances by new signings Josh Jones and Manu Ma’u whilst Hull KR have beaten Featherstone however lost to Super League side Wakefield and on a downside suffered injuries to Dean Hadley and Weller Hauraki in addition to the loss of Masoe.

Such games can help coaches to select and condition players for the competitive matches and offer an opportunity for the players to learn to work with each other but I’m not believer in reading too much into pre-season friendlies.

They are no real indicator of how well your club will do. Hull FC begin their campaign with an away fixture against Leeds Rhinos on 2nd February whilst Hull KR begin at home against Wakefield on 31st January.

Outside of Hull, the big close season news has been the signing of Sony Bill Williams (Right) by the

This week Wolfpack’s coach Brian McDermott asking for the Rugby Football League to grant Toronto a salary cap dispensation supposedly for the good of the sport’s development in North America.

I find it a somewhat hypocritical argument given that Toronto will play their initial home games in the UK due to the harsh Canadian winter. The Wolfpack won’t play in Toronto until mid-April and their first nine matches will be outside of Canada, surely that alone is hardly conducive to developing the game in North America?

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Hull City Column - by Woody Mellor

A rebuilding season?

As things stand today Hull City are six points adrift of the play-off chasing pack. A couple of weeks ago they could have broken into the top six but defeats to Fulham and Derby have put paid to this. There is still time to break into the pack by May but this gap could more significant off the pitch.

If City were in a promotion chasing position the club would more than likely turn down offers for Jarrod Bowen as it would be £20 million against the potential of £150 million. As it stands it looks more likely that they will cash in on their major asset by the end of the month or during the close season.

By the time we are in print this will be known though it would take something substantial for the club to consider offers. The ludicrous idea from Leeds should be treated with the disdain it deserves, come on loan for four months, take them up and then they will pay another £12 million on top of a £3 million loan fee. What if Leeds fall apart again, what if City reach the play-offs themselves and play Leeds or what if he should get a serious injury and he loses all his value by the time he is fit again!?

Bowens value will diminish by the Summer with just a year left on the extension Hull City put onto his contract. It has to be somewhere upwards of £10 million or he remains to give City a fighting chance of promotion.

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signings such as Elder, Eaves and Lopes. Hull City are signing a number of talented young players who have the potential to develop over the next couple of years, if McCann has a few years to grow this team. Added to the youngsters signed the Academy has never had so many first teamers or players knocking on the door for many years. The likes of Keane Lewis-Potter, Fleming and Batty, a few players brought into the Under 23’s from elsewhere such as Bennett and Bonds and others on loan and making progress such as Jacob Greaves and Max Sheaf at Cheltenham. There have not been so many young players of potential

and make a similar impact to Jarrod Bowen. The clubs strategy seems to have moved from chasing the Premier League dream to becoming more self sustaining and we will see if this works over the coming years if no one comes in to buy the club and they have to attempt to break even on small gates. Some of the bigger wage earners such as Grosicki, Henriksen and maybe Stewart and Toral are likely to be released by June at the latest so these youngsters could be the basis of next year’s team besides other lower league bargains or loanees. We do need some experience however. The team could really use an Ian Ashbee (pictured left) figure in midfield, not least to kick some of the play actors we have seen from Forest and Fulham over recent weeks and lead the youngsters.

We are also looking forward to a sold out KCom stadium at the weekend when we play Chelsea.

We can hope for the best, it’s about time City achieved a cup upset and if Chelsea play the reseves you never know. The club reduced the ticket prices as well as reducing the costs of memberships over the past couple of months so we will have to see if some of these fans return to the fold in February for the more mundane fixtures.

There is also the possibility that someone may also make an offer for Grosicki within the next week and that could mean the club lose both of their biggest attacking threats. If so it could just be a case of continuing the rebuilding job started by Grant McCann, he has signed two new wingers in the shape of Wilks and Samuelson and they could become key players in the future alongside other McCann

since the days of Mike Smith. Smith had no option but to play them but Colin Appleton developed them into promotion winners back in the early eighties and we had home grown legends such as Roberts, Marwood and Mclaren alongide the likes of Skipper, Askew and Whitehurst. It took receivership for all these players on low wages to come to the fore but let’s hope some of these players come good

We also need to welcome back Angus MacDonald after his successful teatment for cancer.

That is a far greater challenge than playing football matches so we look forward to seeing him in the black and amber once again though we have signed several quality central defenders since we first lost him to ill health a couple of years ago.

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How to get your garden ready for March Sow chillies now but otherwise it’s time to do some plotting and planning Hurrah, January is over: it is never an easy month and is made worse by the desperate need to do something, anything, in the garden combined with the ability to do very little.

Now (and truthfully spoken, February, too) is not the month to start sowing. The light levels are still too low, the day length too short, the weather too dismal. The exception to the rule are chillies, which benefit from the longest growing season you can eke out.

And perhaps leeks and onions, but only if you have heat on which to germinate them and a greenhouse or polytunnel to move them into, because there’s no point in getting them going now only to have to kick them outdoors too early because you’ve run out of windowsills.

Instead, it’s time to do some plotting and planning. Take a long dark evening and go through all your seed packets. Sort into one pile anything that is more than three years old or has only a smattering of seeds. Now you can take stock of what’s left and order new seed.

Be systematic, otherwise you’ll go online and order what you think you need only to find you have eight packets of some strangely named squash and no radishes.

This is also the moment to sort out your storage. Seed needs to be stored somewhere cool and dry in an airtight container. Ideally this would be at around 5C, but unless you have a huge fridge, somewhere consistently cool at around 10-15C is fine. The worse place to store seeds is in the greenhouse or on a windowsill, where temperature and humidity fluctuations will ruin them quickly.

Now, because that desire to sow something is strong and hasn’t necessarily gone away despite all this tidying, you can have fun with the all the out-of-date seeds.

Anything that might make a good microgreen, herbs, brassicas, salads, radishes, peas and broad beans can be sown on your windowsill for salads and garnishes. Sow thickly (germination may be low due to viability), but something will come up. Harvest when the seedlings are a few centimetres high like you would cress.

If you have leftover annual flower seeds, mix them together and, later in spring, sow them in a strip for cut flowers or just to please the pollinators. For those packets where you have only a pinch of seed left, mix like and like together – different lettuce, radish or carrot varieties, for example – to make rainbow mixes that can be sown in pots or in the ground later in spring.

a little jerusalem artichoke, thinly sliced and raw – going straight in with a gratin will be disastrous – and eat plenty of live yoghurt or other probiotics. Another option to take the wind out of them is to lacto-ferment them, which means fermenting in 2-3% brine (20-30g of salt in 1 litre of water). I like them with ginger, garlic, chilli and turmeric.

Plant Jerusalem artichokes now for a plentiful supply Jerusalem artichokes tend to divide people. To some they are the devil’s work, whereas others can’t get enough, particularly at this time of year, when the tubers have been mellowed and sweetened by frost. I fall firmly into the second category. I love their nutty flavour and will eat them every which way, from sliced as thinly as possible in salads with, say, a little blue cheese and watercress, gently sautéed with leeks, baked in a gratin, or folded into a silken soup. And then, before I am beaten by what seems an inexhaustible supply, I make them into chutney for summer ploughman’s lunches.

If you fall into the former category this is probably because you once ate them and no one warned you about the after-effect. Jerusalem artichokes store their starch in the form of inulin; this makes them very good for diabetics and others who need a low-starch diet; it also means that, initially, there’s often a lot of gas and bloating.

Inulin is a prebiotic and is very good for your gut health, but your gut often doesn’t have quite the right flora at the beginning of the artichoke season. You need to build up stamina; start by eating

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Jerusalem artichokes are perennial – and prolific. In order that they don’t take over your world, you need to eat them into submission, which should be happening now.

By late March they will start to sprout again.

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For this reason, it is also the best time to establish them. They need to be planted 10-15cm deep with 30cm between tubers and 1.5m between rows. Jerusalem artichokes are closely related to sunflowers and grow over 3m tall with small, jolly yellow flowers that appear in October. You need to grow them somewhere they won’t shade out other crops.

They are sometimes cited as good windbreaks, but the truth is they will topple in strong winds. You can earth them up in late spring, but a better trick is to cut them back to around 1.5m tall in midsummer.

This way they shouldn’t need staking. Fuseau is a French variety with smooth skins for easy peeling.

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FIONA’S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

By Fiona Dwyer, broadcast journalist, PR & media consultant, slave to 2 children and a husband.

PLANT-BASED FOOD

There’s so much talk at the moment about eating plant-based food. I recently watched a really interesting documentary on Netflix called Game Changers. We found it by accident, to be honest, and thought we’d give it a try. Among the executive producers are the likes of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lewis Hamilton and Jackie Chan who talk about better performance, lower cholesterol and higher energy levels since making the switch to plant-based. It’s worth watching.

We’ve also just had Veganuary and with more and more companies and restaurants offering Vegan Food, more and more people are converting. Are you? I am looking into it – although for me it wouldn’t be a huge leap because I don’t eat much meat anyway and I don’t really like fish. I do like milk in my tea though! Do make sure that if you are changing what you eat that you are still giving your body all the nutrients and vitamins it needs.

SITTING IN CINEMA COUNTS AS A LIGHT WORKOUT

Really? Apparently so, according to scientists at University College London. They found that movie-goers often experienced increases of heart rate equal to about 40 minutes of low-impact cardio.

On top of that, a trip to the movies could boost concentration and memory because you are giving your undivided attention to one thing rather than juggling multiple devices watching a film at home, like smartphones, tablets and television.

So, if doing more exercise was one of your New Year resolutions – job done! Just go to the cinema.

It’s one of my favourite things to do anyway. Do bear in mind that this study was funded by a well-known cinema chain!

LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Well it’s February which, of course, means it’s Valentine’s Day – but that’s not all. It’s also Leap Year this year so if you’re hoping for a Valentine’s proposal and don’t get one, will you get down on one knee to ask your partner to marry you? Remember, if it’s meant to be, it will be. Good luck!

Fiona x

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A familiar voice on Beverley FM is MAX ROBERTS - presenter of The Folk Hour, Tuesday nights at 7pm. He’s also the man who sources our Local Artist of the Week and musical guests for Andy Fea’s “Saturday Live” programme.

I just wish! Even though I’m Welsh, I’m afraid I can’t sing either, so I’m better off as a listener.

Q: What would you say about Beverley’s music scene?

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Q: Where does your interest in folk music come from?

MAX: Well, I’ve always had a love of words.

Folk music is really a mix of words and music, so that’s what first attracted me.

The first “folk” music I listened to was probably skiffle, the likes of Lonnie Donegan singing “Tom Dooley” and the like .. songs that tell stories. The thing about folk music is that it’s been around for centuries and is all about the human condition. If you listen to the show you’ll hear what might be deemed as “folk” in a traditional sense but there’s also “folk rock” “folk blues” even “folk punk” Then there’s Americana and Roots and all those “crossovers” It’s really all about telling stories, though, and that’s what appeals to me.

Q: Did you follow music from an early age?

MAX: Yes, I’m originally from North Wales and the nearest large city for us was Liverpool. New music was always coming in from across the Atlantic, so we were picking this up and taking it back to Wales. Of course, the likes of The Beatles were on the scene as well in the early days. It was all good, and all live. You can’t beat live music.

Q: Have you ever thought of being a musical performer?

MAX: I wish! The instruments I would play if I could are the harmonica and guitar .. but, no,

MAX: It’s incredible. I mean, just to illustrate, I’ve been bringing in guest artists for Andy Fea’s Saturday Live show and, as a bit of a “saddo” who keeps lists, I can tell you we’ve now done this on well over 100 occasions and only had 6 artists in more than once. The quality of our local artists is amazing and, with all the local live events, you can find something different every single night.

Fantastic!

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The team will design your kitchen from your plans, or come out, measure up an existing space and start to use your ideas along with their award-winning skill to produce a dream space for you.

Being recognised for design excellence in We will beat any genuine forunder likeitsquote!

2018like by the KBSA belt, Tolle is ready

Our close knit team and award winning designers, Dorian, John, and Lynne, all have a passion for creative design with professional service, and offer a wealth of experience in kitchen ergonomics and design.

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to create the design of kitchen you desire, to suit your budget.

Tolle Kitchens, 4 Sow Hill Road, Beverley, HU17 We 8BG will beat any genuine like for like quote T: 01482 860040 Tolle Kitchens, 4 Sow Hill Road, Beverley, HU17 8BG E: info@tolle.co.uk

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