Scrumptious apple and blackberry crumble
Dig into this recipe for a glorious apple and blackberry crumble.
Rare Beasts trailer
Cinema and digital platform release date confirmed for Billie Piper’s Rare Beasts,
Healthy eating: beetroot and red onion tarte tatin
Eat to the beat this summer with this fantastically sweet and luxuriously simple beetroot and red onion tarte tatin recipe.
How to embrace change in 2020
Change can be stressful and unsettling but Dr Lynda Shaw has tips on how to embrace new situations and rediscover the positives in your life.
The meteoric rise of mis-selling
Pension mis-selling is the new PPI. Here, Glyn Taylor unpacks the reasons for the scandal, and looks at the three biggest factors at play.
Debunking fashion myths and using colour tricks
The power of colour is clear across marketing, advertising, sport, in many areas of business and of course is vital in fashion, but there are many colour myths that need debunking. Helen Venables explains.
Talking About Trees
A love of cinema and film-making meets religious and political resistance in Suhaib Gasmelbari’s affectionate documentary about the work of four veteran Sudanese directors trying to bring back cinema screenings to Sudan. By Laurence Green.
1917
Sam Mendes’s 1917 – masterful cinematography and devastating storytelling combine in this a mesmerising and extraordinary hymn to the sacrifice of a generation.
The menopause: dreaded, derided and seldom discussed
Isabel de Salis explores the menopause and explains why there is a need to end the silence that surrounds a stage of life that half of humanity go through.
How much could your New Year’s resolutions save you in 2020?
Christmas expense and the financial post-mortem will have many seeking ways to curb spending in the new year. Here, Sarah Coles looks at some quick wins for saving money.
Chickpea, squash & tomato curry with beetroot pickle, brown rice and coconut yoghurt
Our bodies naturally crave carbs during the winter months which may be a way of helping to promote serotonin production (the feel-good hormone). He’s a super satisfying high fibre filler to spice up any winter evening.
Christmas Chocolate, California Walnut & Apricot Panforte
Richer than a very rich thing and more chocolatey than a Cadbury’s production line, this sublime panforte by GBBO finalist Ruby Bhogal is an absolute must for keen bakers … and cake eaters!
The 12 days of Christmas – in plants
Ditch the gaudy, tatty old tinsel and introduce these 12 plants of Christmas into your festive decorations.
Exclusive active living for the over-55s
In a much sought-after corner of Cheshire, an exclusive new residential development is redefining active living for the over-55s. Welcome to Sanctuary Wilmslow.
Brussels sprout, chestnut and sage risotto
Sprouts are divisive let’s be honest, but this delightful risotto medley will win over even the most ardent Brussels dodgers.
Beautiful Seville
A weekend away with old friends in Seville that I booked ages ago in the January British Airways sale ended up being a foodie extravaganza.
South coast getaround
A weekend driving the South Downs and Sussex coast makes for a perfect autumn short break.
Special fried rice with radish, celery and spring onions
Ditch the cost of a midweek takeaway in favour of this quick and easy homemade recipe for special fried rice.
From retirement to a new lease of life: combating middle-age loneliness
For Angelina Lipscombe retirement started as a rest, but after a while she needed purpose and to keep her brain ticking over and found satisfaction in helping others.
When tax Cuts cause a loss
Tax is hot on the lips everywhere, particularly with corporations and Brexit but what will the impact of rule changes mean to people saving towards a retirement income.
Autumn style tips
Helen Venables encourages you to get creative with your wardrobe as autumn arrives with some styling tips for the coming months.
I lost my hearing in a day
Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL) affects one in six people every year but is often misdiagnosed – when this occurs the effects can be irreversible.
Pain and Glory
Spanish auteur Pedro Almodovar’s latest creation, Pain and Glory, is a film with slow-burn soulfulness that etches itself on the mind. Laurence Green reviews.
Simplifying your summer beauty routine
Tricia Cusden reveals her top tips for streamlining your summer beauty routine to ensure you’re making most of the warmer weather while looking after your skin.
Release equity in your home to spend on family and retirement
Unlocking capital from your home can help you get on with living and enjoying your retirement, writes Gillian Girling.
The stress of travelling can be too much for some
The stress of travelling can feel too much for some, meaning they find holidays and excursions rather tough. But you needn’t let this type of anxiety hold you back – here are some tips to overcome travel anxiety,
On Your Feet
Christie Prades gives a performance of great personal magnetism, tenderness and sensitivity in this absorbing and occasionally moving musical about the life of Gloria Estefan. Laurence Green reviews.
Present Laughter
Andrew Scott steals the show with a fascinatingly detailed interpretation of a character who is flirtatious, stroppy and sardonic, yet also drowning in melancholy in Noel Coward’s comedy. Laurence Green reviews.
Eating out: Fancy Crab
An evening with delicious seafood royalty, without the pretentious setting – a night at the Fancy Crab is one for every occasion.
Moving back to the UK after living abroad
Inflated property prices are a barrier to expats wanting to return the UK, but buying is not the best or only option explains Gillian Girling.
Choosing the right care home for a loved one
Choosing a care home is huge step and you need to be sure your parent or partner will be comfortable, happy and well looked after. This check list of questions will help you to get the answers you need and make the right choice of care home.
Salt
Salt is a heartfelt production which takes the form of a brave, honest and unforgiving poetic meditation. But it suffers from repetition with the points made somewhat over-emphasised. Laurence Green reviews.
Beef fillet marinated in tea and horseradish
Warm weather and a bank holiday weekend what better way enjoy spring bank than with this delicious marinated beef fillet on the barbecue.
Experience the magic of a safari with Africa Odyssey
The spellbinding continent of Africa is truly the destination of dreams, and Africa Odyssey is here to make that a reality.
