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Take Dining and Dashing off the menu
IF there is one phrase that’s guaranteed to get the blood rising it’s “dining and dashing”.
This is the description of those despicable individuals, and sometimes whole families, who enjoy food and drink at a restaurant or pub and then leave without paying the bill.
In 2024, there has definitely been a rise in these occurrences.Typically, there is a group of around four adults who order expensive items off the menu, washed down by copious amounts of different drinks, deliberately running up a big bill.
Then, usually because the pub or restaurant is particularly busy, they slip away – either nipping out for a “cigarette break” singly or just quietly wandering outside unnoticed.
They leave behind fuming owners, hugely out of pocket by this act of criminal selfishness.
We all know times are tough for everyone but there’s really no excuse for this kind of behaviour.
The hospitality industry has been particularly badly hit by today’s cost of living problems – food, wages and energy all cost far more than they did and pubs and restaurants provide these in large amounts every day.
It’s not surprising that you hear of these businesses going under on a regular basis, with all the misery of hardworking people sadly closing the doors for good. Not to mention the loss of jobs and revenue to the country.
Dining and dashing needs to be curtailed so perhaps getting all customers to pay when they order, as some pub chains do, is the only way. Plainly, some people have no morals and don’t care how others badly affected by their disgusting actions.
The only bright spot in all this is that often the venue has CCTV and pictures of the, now fully satisfied, diners and dashers are soon broadcast nationally for all to see and vilify.
Fortunately, this quite often results in them being caught.
Doggy chat keeps life going
ENGLISH reserve often gets in the way of chatting to strangers and it’s definitely to our detriment.
There are, of course, exceptions to this national “rule”. Northerners like me often talk not just to anyone but to everyone.
It makes queueing for the bus or train more interesting and I’ve always noticed that people gravitate towards individuals with that approachable aura.
When I was young and we had annual family holidays in The Mumbles in Swansea, South Wales (my Mum’s original home), locals exhibited the same delightful friendliness/nosiness that was familiar.
I’m sure there are plenty of places around the country where daily pleasantries are exchanged between people who may not know names but are happy to share news of the weather or some other innocuous comment.
Not everyone likes this or wants it and there can certainly be a fine line sometimes between friendly curiosity and harassment.
One group of people nationally, though, do their best to keep a level of acceptable casual friendliness alive every day. They are the nation’s dog walkers.
Anyone who has a dog will be able to name individuals (or just their dogs) they either regularly meet and chat to on their walks or just nod to and say “hello”.
Often, this leads to loose friendships (or more compelling ones) as you chat while your pooches peruse either the other’s nether regions or interesting-looking piles of leaves or worse.
It’s a nicely reassuring ritual that costs none of us anything and allows
the kind of gentle interaction that makes you feel good about the world.
Walking our mad Jack Russell, Ollie, I regularly see Scottie dog Mac’s owners (that’s Mum and Dad to doggie folk) and we share our concerns about life and especially the weather.
The same goes for the owners of Ollie’s lady friend, Ellie, although this is always punctuated with extreme bouts of canine jealousy from Ollie who can’t bear any other dog going near her.
These are all light bouts of chit-chat that break up the day. Then there is always the main topic of conversation: our dogs.
None of this is wildly important compared to today’s national and international dramas but there is certainly a place for it in this world.
Just sharing a smile and a “good morning” reassures all concerned that life goes on and that, whatever is happening elsewhere, we’re definitely all in it together.
Island life not for everyone
FOR many of us an idyllic life would be living on a remote desert island and going back to Nature.
However, one couple who did this reveal that it is really not all plain sailing.
A TV documentary details the lives of Marjolein and An show how they decided to leave modern day life and conventions behind and live off-grid on an outcrop in Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands.
The couple met when they were both working at a surf resort on another island. They wanted to try something different so left their jobs at the end of 2020 and bought the piece of land where they Here, there are no villages or roads so all travelling has to be done by
handmade wooden boat. Items they may need, like building materials, come from the mainland and there’s a ferry once a week.
They have a small generator for power and a small solar panel with a battery to charge devices and for lights at night. They rely heavily on the ocean for food, smoke fish to eat and keep chickens for their eggs.
They collect rain water for drinking and either make their own furniture or involve a local craftsman.
The downsides of this idyllic life include the unpredictable weather, the threat of deadly snakes and the lack of people. But, they love “the sense of independence” it gives them.
Yes, it all sounds a wonderful idea but, speaking selfishly, I’d miss seeing family and friends, being able to pop into Tesco for urgent purchases, the luxury of having medical advice to hand and definitely the TV.
I suppose that’s what we call civilization today.
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JaneWilson takes a trip through vibrant countries filled with stunning scenery, captivating culture and delicious dining.
My solo adventure started in Buenos Aires where I boarded Holland America Line’s Oosterdam and where, impressively, there were no queues or crowds which I expected on embarkation.
First stop… Buenos Aires
There’s so much to see in the capital and easy to explore on your own. I took a city tour which introduced me to the magnificent opera house, Teatro Colon, and Recoleta Cemetery which houses the grave of Eva Peron amidst paths of mausoleums and statues in ornate splendour. In contrast, La Boca area near the Riachuelo River, is a cauldron of noise with street artists, attractions and steakhouses which surround Caminito, a narrow alley fringed by brightly coloured zinc shacks that hark back to its immigrant days.
Montevideo, Uruguay
My next port visit was Montevideo. The city has undergone a renaissance with restaurants, bars and clubs opening in restored historic buildings. Ciudad Vieja is the old town bustling with art galleries, street craftsmen, music shows and a flea market along Sarandí street. I visited the Carnival Museum to learn more and also enjoyed an uplifting stage performance from scary-painted faces of musicians in vivid costumes.
The Falkland Islands, Argentina
Back to Argentina and to Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands, a town dotted with red post boxes and phone booths, a post office and West
Store which seemed to sell everything. It’s steeped in natural and military history with a bronze bust of Margaret Thatcher located close to Liberation Monument, a tribute to the 255 British troops (and three female civilians) who gave their lives during the 1982 Falklands conflict. And there’s more on the Falklands War at The Dockyard Museum nearby. But it was the gentoo penguins here that stole my heart, sliding playfully down the sand dunes on their backs in search of food from the sea.
Ushuaia, Argentina
Sitting at the southernmost tip of Argentina, this port town is accessed only by the Beagle Channel. Ushuaia, once a penal colony, is a modern city and attracts exploration ships and tourists often starting their voyages around Cape Horn and trails around the jagged peaks of the nearby Dientes de Navarino. Travelling from Ushuaia by road I choose to take an organised alpine drive tour where views passed sawmills, beaver dams, through the winding mountain roads to Lake Escondido, labelled as the hidden lake due to low hanging clouds.
Punta Arenas, Chile
Sitting on Chile’s southern tip, Punta Arenas is a centre for adventure with everything from kayaking the Strait of Magellan to trekking through the woods of Patagonia. Here I checked out more of my penguin friends on Isla Magdalena via a catamaran ride. Over 120,000 Magellanic penguins enjoy this protected island all to themselves. It was declared a Natural Monument in 1982.
Lake Escondido
Puerto Montt, Chile
Often called the gateway to glacial lakes, volcanic landscapes and surrounding national parks, Puerto Montt is the capital of the Los Lagos region of Chile. Nearby is the city of Roses, Puerto Varas, with gardens, a main square and a historical monument overlooking Lake Llanquihue, one of Chile’s largest lakes. It’s perfect for outdoor adventures from river rafting, fishing and boat trips on Lake Todos los Santos.
San Antonio (Santiago), Chile
This port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit, 70 miles away. I choose a visit to Valparaiso and enjoyed coastal views before my journey to the airport, but you can add extra days to explore the city if you wish.
Thinking of cruising solo?
If you feel cruises are lonely, think again. The first organised
social event onboard was a meet-up for solo travellers and the perfect timing to link up with others for that shawl of comfort and confidence. Solo cruising has so many advantages. I explored three countries from my bucket list continent, at my own pace. I made new friends, heard fascinating life stories, honed new skills (I can speak a few more words in Spanish) and practised the art of travelling alone. And although it comes with an additional single supplement, I appreciated the double space of my cabin and just being in the moment and travelling with myself.
So, would I do it again? In a heartbeat, here’s to my next cruise…
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KATE WINSLET A CLASSIC ENGLISH ROSE
KATE Winslet avoided pretty-girl parts early in her acting career and went instead for more unusual often feisty character roles that have served her well.
As a result, this classic English rose has proved time and again that her acting has that “bite” that makes her different.
Her choice of acting came as no surprise to her family in Reading, Berkshire, with her parents, grandparents and uncle all already distinguished members of the profession.
Her own acting debut came at just 11 – dancing opposite the Honey Monster in a commercial for a children’s cereal. She did, though, start acting lessons around this time, leading to formal training at a performing arts high school.
She began to appear regularly on stage and landed bit parts in sitcoms. Her first film break, though, was at 17 in 1994 when she had a role in Heavenly Creatures – a true story of two girls gripped by fantasy who commit a murder. The film had limited distribution but pleased the critics.
Her life changed more dramatically when she went to an open audition for Ang Lee’s Sense and Sensibility, planning to audition for the relatively minor role of Lucy Steele.
She not only made an immediate impression on the film’s star Emma Thompson but she beat more than 100 hopefuls to win one of the lead roles Marianne Dashwood.
Her sensitive, standout portrayal earned her a British Academy Award and an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
Even better, this showcase brought her roles in two more period films: as the unconventional heroine in Jude (1996) based on Thomas Hardy’s book Jude the Obscure, and as Shakespeare’s Ophelia in Kenneth Branagh’s Hamlet the same year.
Just waiting in the wings, though, was a career-defining role in one of the biggest blockbusters of all time – Titanic (1997).
Here, Kate was cast as Rose DeWitt Bukater, the passionate aristocrat who captured the heart of Leonardo DiCaprio’s poor but brave Jack Dawson in James Cameron’s famed American love story and disaster movie.
Kate’s spellbinding performance here brought her a Best Actress nomination, making her the youngest actress ever to receive two Academy Award nominations. It also turned her into a firm fans’ favourite around the world, catapulting her fame and earningpower to a new level.
Most young actresses in Kate’s position would then have been tempted to go for more, high-profile blockbusters but her next move was to go into independent projects.
Rumoured to have turned down the lead roles in both Shakespeare in Love (1998) and Anna and the King (1999) she opted instead for lead roles in Hideous Kinky (1998) and Holy Smoke (1999).
In the former, she played a young English mother who moves from London to Morocco with her two young daughters. In Holy Smoke she was a young Australian woman indoctrinated into a New Age cult in India.
In 2000, Kate was back in period dress as the Marquis de Sade’s chambermaid and accomplice in Quills, alongside Geoffrrey Rush and Joaquin Phoenix.
To get an idea of her own philosophy on films, she once stated: “People say to me ‘You seem to have made this conscious decision to do independent films.’
“In reality, I haven’t. After each movie, I always think, how different can I possibly be? Is this going to challenge me, is this going to inspire me, and is this going to make me love my job more than I already do?”
In 2001, she played a fictitious mathematician in Enigma and the same year starred as the writer Iris Murdoch in Iris with Judi Dench.
In 2003, she played a headstrong journalist interviewing a professor on death row in thriller The Life of David Gale and in 2004 she starred in the science fiction romance Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.
She again received a Best Actress nomation at the Oscars and BAFTA awards and felt this film marked a turning point in the kind of roles she was offered.
She was paid £6 million to star in the drama Finding Neverland about J M Barrie (played by Johnny Depp).
Kate had four film releases in 2004 – political thriller All the King’s Men, drama Little Children, a voiceover as Rita a scavenging sewer rat in the animated film Flushed Away and the enduring blockbuster The Holiday.
Starring alongside Cameron Diaz and Jude Law in this lightweight but very pleasing tale, she enjoyed great commercial success and critics noted her radiance and charm.
Since then, her film tally has included powerful romantic dramas The Reader and Revolutionary Road, both in 2008 and both winning her a Golden Globe Award. At age 33, she had surpassed her own record as the youngest performer to gain six Oscars.
Meanwhile, away from the screen, Kate married assistant director Jim Threapleton in 1998 and in October, 2000 they had a daughter, Mia Honey.
They divorced in 2001 and she later married director Sam Mendes and gave birth to their son Joe Alfie Winslet-Mendes.
After seven years of marriage, the couple had an amicable split and divorced in 2010. In 2012, Kate married Ned Rocknroll with whom she had a son.
She took a break from acting in 2011 to focus on her children. By 2014, she was playing a villain in science fiction film Divergent (2014) and the following year took the same role in sequel Insurgent.
Her next film was an adaptation of the Australian gothic novel The Dressmaker as a seamstress returning to her hometown. She learnt to sew for this part and designed some of her own costumes –typical of her thorough researching for her characters.
Since then she has made a slew of films, including the Avatar sequel The Way of Water and starred in the HBO mini-series The Regime, out this year.
Her extreme variety of roles has proved that Kate Winslet herself is something of an enigma. In fact, her fans are never surprised at new roles: providing something entertainingly different is what they now expect from their icon.
HOLIDAY LIVING AT HOME
IF the cost of a sunshine break abroad this year is simply too much don’t give up on the holiday theme.
Instead, how about turning your HOME into your holiday destination instead and improve your lifestyle all year round?
Simply take all the elements that you love about time spent away and recreate them where you live. By going around your home, room by room, you can gain that special holiday feeling whenever you want to.
If you love being outdoors and enjoying the best of the weather, the GARDEN is the ideal place to start your seasonal makeover.
Take a good look at your garden experience and compare it to sitting in your favourite Continental coastal hot-spot, among the lush greenery of a rural idyll or in a beautiful, green oasis of the plants, shrubs and trees that make you feel good.
It may be that you need a radical change or simply to landscape it better. Perhaps going for a more natural, sustainable approach, using environmentally friendly greenery, is the answer.
It could be more wildlife-friendly, too – that feeling of being more a part of Nature. It might be time to ditch that lush but labourintensive lawn, for example, and opt for something that’s both easy to maintain and easy on the eye.
If you’re short of ideas go onto the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) website at rhs.org.uk. It’s packed with ideas on garden design, the best plants to buy and plenty of other inspiration.
It doesn’t matter what size your garden is, you can improve it and make it into a place where you can sit happily surrounded by your favourite things.
Is your garden FURNITURE looking a bit sad? We all know the British weather can be unreliable but it’s still worth investing in some really comfortable, durable garden furniture to offer a chance to sit and soak up that sunshine when we get it or just enjoy a pleasant Summer’s day.
There is furniture for every budget and preference at garden centres and DIY stores so it’s not hard to find something that fits in with your lifestyle.
Consider spending more of your time outdoors whatever the weather with a Summer house or by creating a pergola if you’ve got the space. Pergolas are cleverly constructed areas that can be open to the elements or with a roof and provide a lovely place to sit outside.
You can grow climbing plants around the wooden frame or opt for a modern aluminium structure to complement your home and garden architecture. Again. DIY stores and garden centres are great places to start your search.
A bubbling water feature can give you that relaxing sensation and sound or how about constructing a pond?
Hot tubs are also still popular and don’t have to cost a fortune to install and run. The British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association (BISHTA) has plenty of information and ideas on its website bishta.co.uk
And, of course, we all love eating outdoors so investing in a really good BARBECUE makes sense. Take a look at the latest electric, charcoal or gas barbecues and make dining al fresco easy peasy.
Allow plenty of the outside into your home with the latest FRENCH DOORS and BIFOLD DOORS. There’s a huge range of styles and sizes for all homes these days and that quick access to
fresh air and greenery gives a new and fresh boost to daily living.
Take a look at the DÉCOR in your home and see whether it’s tired and a little drab. Nothing brightens up rooms better than decoratimg – a brighter, cleaner colour scheme in rich, vibrant shades using the latest in paints and wallpaper really makes a difference. Or, go for natural colours and muted pastels which are easy on the eye and promote health and wellbeing.
If you can’t afford to invest in newer, brighter furniture go for tactile FABRICS for throws and cushions that help bring a room alive. Pick up the colours in new, zingy curtains or opt for the latest blinds that immediately bring a pop of colour to a room.
When it comes to CARPETS, how about the latest eco-friendly options like wool, reclaimed plastics or recycled polyester?
Use the best of Nature in big PLANTS in pots around your main living area to recreate that outdoorsy feeling. Nothing beats the smell of growing greenery!
Think minimalist throughout your home. When you’re away on holiday, lifestyle is generally much more sparse and functional than
your home where we often fill shelves and spare areas with all kinds of items.
Space feels much freer, more holiday-like so strip down rooms to let the air and light move through them. In fact, it’s an ideal time to de-clutter rooms and claim back space.
What is your favourite holiday BEDROOM like? It’s probably a pleasant room with a very comfortable bed so now might be a good time to look at your mattress and spend your money on the latest type to ensure a good night’s sleep.
Choose relaxing décor colours here like grey and mauve. In fact, make this room one of your priorities because getting a good night’s sleep improves everything in your life.
If your KITCHEN is the heart of your home all year round, giving it a holiday makeover makes sense.
New doors and work surfaces can make a kitchen look totally up to date and gleaming.
According to the experts, the top 10 colours for them in 2024 are green, black, blue, grey, white, navy, pink, cream, yellow and red. Any of those would brighten your day.
Improve your lighting in this vital area as well, too. A lovely new LED LIGHT will take your kitchen out of the shade and drag it into Summer light.
And if you want to start the holiday experience as soon as you approach your home, ensure that the outside is well painted and bright and invest in a new, eyecatching front door – perhaps sunshine yellow!
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Cook and eat the Italian way, wholesome and delicious vegetarian recipes from world renowned chef Theo Randall
MEZZE MANICHE WITH SLOWCOOKED AUBERGINES
Mezze maniche means ‘half sleeves’ and these little pasta tubes have deep ridges that hold any sauce very well. Adding the roasted aubergine to the pasta last-minute ensures you have all the flavour of the aubergine but retain its unmistakable texture. Ricotta salata is salted ricotta (low in fat but very high in flavour) so be careful how much salt you add to the dish while cooking. If you can’t get hold of ricotta salata, feta is a good substitute.
Serves 4
Ingredients
l 3 medium aubergines (eggplants)
l 6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
l 500g (1lb 2oz) dried mezze maniche pasta
l 1 garlic clove, finely sliced
l 2 mild green chillies, deseeded and finely chopped
l 2 tbsp miniature capers in vinegar, drained
l 2 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
l 100g (31⁄2oz) ricotta salata or feta, grated
l sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method
Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/350°F/Gas 4. Cut the stems off the top of the aubergines and cut each lengthways into quarters, then across into 2cm (3/4in) slices. Add 4 tablespoons of the olive oil to a large bowl, then mix in the aubergines thoroughly so that each piece is coated in oil. Line a roasting tray with baking paper and scatter the oiled aubergine pieces onto it in a single layer. If your tray is not big enough, divide the aubergines between 2 trays. Cook in the oven for 25 minutes, until soft all the way through. Remove and leave to cool.
Cook the mezze maniche in a pan of boiling salted water for 3 minutes less than the packet suggests.
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large frying pan over a medium heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the garlic, chillies, capers and parsley and cook for a couple of minutes.
Using a slotted spoon or sieve, remove the mezze maniche from the cooking water and add to the frying pan. Add 2 ladlefuls of the pasta cooking water and cook over a medium heat for a couple of minutes, stirring and tossing the pasta from time to time. Add the roasted aubergine and give the pan a good stir or toss, so all the cooked aubergine is combined with the pasta, then cook for a further minute or two. Check the seasoning then serve in warm pasta bowls with the grated ricotta salata on top.
GRATED POTATO AND ONION FRITTERS WITH SALSA VERDE
This recipe is a variation on one of my mother-in-law Josselyne’s classic dishes. She calls them potato latkes, and from the first time I ate one I wanted another. I have used salsa verde to drizzle on top of each fritter, making them fresh and tangy.
Makes 12
Ingredients
l 600g (1lb 5oz) Désirée or Cyprus potatoes, grated
l 1 egg, beaten
l 2 red onions, finely sliced
l 75g (21⁄2oz) cornflour (cornstarch)
l 150ml (5fl oz) sunflower oil
l sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
l lemon wedges, to serve
For the salsa verde
l 100g (31⁄2oz) flat-leaf parsley
l 100g (31⁄2oz) wild rocket (arugula)
l 50g (13⁄4oz) basil leaves
l 25g (1oz) mint leaves
l 1 tbsp miniature capers in vinegar, drained
l 1 tsp Dijon mustard
l 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Method
To make the salsa verde, place all the ingredients except the mustard and oil on a chopping board. Using a large knife, finely chop all the herbs, and then the capers, together on the board. Place in a bowl and mix together with the mustard and olive oil. Check the seasoning and keep to one side.
Preheat the oven to 150°C/130°C fan/300°F/Gas 2.
Place the grated potatoes in a tea (dish) towel and squeeze, so all the water is removed.
Add the beaten egg to a large bowl with the red onions, grated potatoes and cornflour, mix well and season with salt and black pepper.
Heat the sunflower oil in a large frying pan until it reads 160°C/320°F on a cooking thermometer, or a small piece of bread dropped in the oil sizzles immediately.
Using a slotted spoon, and in batches so you don’t overcrowd the pan, place spoonfuls of the potato and egg mixture into the hot oil. Leave to set and cook for 3 minutes, then gently turn and cook for a further 2 minutes, until all sides are golden brown. Remove each fritter with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack. Keep the fritters warm in the oven.
Place the hot fritters on a serving plate lined with baking paper, with lemon wedges to squeeze over and the salsa verde on the side to dip and drizzle.
SUMMER MINESTRONE
Summer brings with it an array of lovely vegetables and herbs. Courgettes are in abundance throughout summer, so should be used in many ways. This minestrone is a hearty soup without being too heavy – the addition of macaroni, borlotti beans, potatoes and pesto makes it wholesome and filling. There will always be some pesto left over, which makes a simple impromptu pasta dish the next day.
Serves 8
Ingredients
l 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
l 3 celery stalks, finely chopped
l 2 carrots, finely chopped
l 2 medium leeks, chopped
l 1 tsp thyme leaves
l 10g (1/3oz) dried porcini mushrooms, broken into small pieces
l 2 medium Cyprus potatoes, or any waxy potato, cut into 2cm (3⁄4in) pieces
l 500g (1lb 2oz) medium courgettes (zucchini), cut in half lengthways then sliced into 1cm (1⁄2in) half-moons
l 300g (101⁄2oz) fine green beans, topped and tailed and cut into 2cm (3⁄4in) pieces
l 100g (31⁄2oz) dried macaroni
l 2 x 400g (14oz) cans of borlotti beans, drained and rinsed
l sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the pesto
l 1⁄2 garlic clove
l 100g (31⁄2oz) basil leaves
l 75g (21⁄2oz) pine nuts (untoasted)
l 75g (21⁄2oz) parmesan, finely grated
l 2 tbsp water
l 150ml (5fl oz) extra-virgin olive oil
Method
To make the soup base, add the olive oil to a hot, large saucepan, add the celery, carrots, leeks, thyme, porcini, potatoes and a good pinch of salt. Cover with a lid and cook over a medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally so all the ingredients cook evenly. Meanwhile, cook the courgettes in a large pan of boiling salted water for 4 minutes after the water has come back to the boil. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in a colander. Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes after the water has come back to the boil, then remove with a slotted spoon to the colander. Keep the water to one side as this is going to be part of the soup. Cook the macaroni in a separate pan of boiling salted water for 3 minutes less than the packet suggests, then drain and keep to one side.
To make the pesto, crush the half garlic clove with a little salt to a fine paste in a pestle and mortar. Add the basil and crush until the leaves become a pulp, then add the pine nuts and crush to a paste. Stir in the parmesan, followed by the water. Mix until emulsified, then slowly add the olive oil. Keep to one side.
Add 1.5 litres (50fl oz) of the vegetable cooking water to the pan with the soup base. Bring to a simmer, then add the borlotti beans and cook for 10 minutes so the potatoes are cooked through, and the soup starts to increase in flavour. Add the courgettes and green beans and cook gently for 5 minutes.
Take out a large cup of the soup and blitz with a slick blender to a fine purée, then add this back to the soup. Add the cooked macaroni and check the seasoning. Serve in warm soup bowls with a generous spoonful of fresh pesto in each bowl.
BUTTERNUT SQUASH & WHISKY ICE CREAM
This may sound a bit odd, but believe me it really does taste good. I first tasted something like this in a restaurant in Bangkok – it didn’t have whisky in it but I think the whisky notes make the combination of flavours come together. This is a very rich ice cream so don’t serve too much – it’s perfect as a sweet mouthful at the end of a meal.
Method
Serves 8
Ingredients
l 600g (1lb 5oz) peeled, cubed butternut squash
l 750ml (25fl oz) whole milk
l 1 vanilla pod (bean), halved lengthways and seeds scraped out
l zest of 1 orange
l 2 tbsp honey, plus extra to serve
l 2 x 400ml (14fl oz) cans of coconut cream
l 75ml (21⁄4fl oz) whisky, plus extra to serve
Add the squash, milk and vanilla seeds to a saucepan and cook, covered, over a low heat for 25 minutes or until you can easily put a sharp knife through the squash. Take off the heat and tip into a bowl. Using a stick blender, blend to a purée.
Add the orange zest, honey, coconut cream and whisky to the purée and mix well so all the ingredients are combined. Leave to cool in the fridge for 1 hour, then take out of the fridge and, using the stick blender, whisk the mixture so it
becomes more aerated. Place in a suitable shallow freezer container that has a lid and pop in the freezer overnight.
Serve in small, cold glasses from the freezer with a drizzle of honey and a shot of whisky on top for a real treat.
Heat the sunflower oil in a large frying pan until it reads 160°C/320°F on a cooking thermometer, or a small piece of bread dropped in the oil sizzles immediately.
Using a slotted spoon, and in batches so you don’t overcrowd the pan, place spoonfuls of the potato and egg mixture into the hot oil. Leave to set and cook for 3 minutes, then gently turn and cook for a further 2 minutes, until all sides are golden brown. Remove each fritter with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack. Keep the fritters warm in the oven.
Place the hot fritters on a serving plate lined with baking paper, with lemon wedges to squeeze over and the salsa verde on the side to dip and drizzle.
Fresh mussels cooked in onion, butter, white wine, garlic cream
Garlic Mushrooms
Mushrooms cooked in garlic butter and white wine cream
Traditional Turkish rice pudding
Main
Mixed Grill
Chef’s own combination of chargrilled chicken shish, lamb shish, lamb kofte, chicken wings, lamb ribs and Melis doner kebab. Served with rice and salad
Grilled Lamb Chops
Specially marinated lamb chops, cooked to your liking, served with rice and salad
Vegetarian Mousakka
Layers of aubergine, potato, courgette, mushrooms, carrot, pepper, garlic and bechamel sauce topped with cheese and baked in the oven. Served with Greek salad
Seafood Casserole
Seabass, salmon, king prawns, tomato, mixed pepper, white wine, garlic, onion. Served with rice or chips
Lamb Shank
Braised lamb shank served on a bed of creamy mashed potato, gravy sauce and rice or chips
Roast Turkey
With all the trimmings, gravy and cranberry sauce
Dessert
Traditional Turkish Baklava Classic Catering Christmas Pudding
Join us for a magical evening featuring a spectacular fire show and captivating belly dancing. Make your Christmas truly unforgettable at Melis!
My Summer getaway to the Isle of Wight
This year I visited the Isle of Wight, I have been before many times and have never left disappointed.
For comfort and ease I opted to travel by coach with Daish’s Holidays. The whole process was so easy and well organised. I was picked up at a meeting point at a set time in the morning and after a couple of pick-ups we were on our way. The journey was long but was broken up with comfort stops along the way, so it seemed to fly by. On arrival we were greeted at reception and processed very quickly with check in by the staff.
Perfectly positioned in Shanklin stepping out of the hotel to the left is the town centre, modern with shops, bars and restaurants and to the right the old town with tearooms, restaurants, gift shops, and pubs with thatched roofs aplenty.
Accommodation at the hotel is half board included in the rate, the food was nice but I prefer to eat out when on holiday and I certainly wasn’t stuck for choice.
One of my favourites was the Village Inn, a traditional thatched pub in the centre of Shanklin old village, serving real ales, good home made food and locally caught crab and lobster in a warm and cosy atmosphere. It has a pretty enclosed courtyard garden to the rear with comfortable seating, heaters and lighting for when the sun goes down.
Another favourite of mine is an authentic Italian restaurant called Pavarotti’s with an inviting ambiance that echoes the warmth of Italy. Portions are generous and of great value.
Just a short distance from the hotel is a walk-way, through a park down to the seafront, if mobility is an issue there is a shuttle bus that stops outside the hotel and takes you down that runs quite regularly, or the cliff lift that is reasonably priced at a £1 return.
Once on the Esplanade there is varied choice of things to do from arcades, crazy golf, cafés, traditional fish and chips or for those wanting a bit more of a relaxed holiday there are restaurants and bars with outside seating to soak up the sun and take in the sea air. At the end of the promenade nestled beneath Shanklin Chine, Fisherman's Cottage Inn is the perfect spot to enjoy lunch or dinner. With outside seating, it steps out onto a small part of the beach.
For the more energetic there is a flat coastal path that takes you to the next town Sandown, it’s approximately 2 mile in length but has many little eateries along it’s length, so a great deal to see along the way.
Located on the northern side of Sandown, Sandham Gardens is the ideal place to relax and enjoy some quality time with friends and family. With the Gardens free to enter and enjoy at any time, you only pay for the additional activities you wish to experience and there are many.
By Helen Gergus.
The Daish’s Hotel is part of the family-owned UK coach holiday provider Daish’s Holidays and is situated on Shanklin High Street. It was Daish’s very first hotel purchased in 1979.
The hotel was awarded a 2024 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for the 10th year running, cementing its place among travellers’ favourite places to stay. The original building dates back to the 18th century when it was coaching inn and guests can still see a number of the period features today.
The hotel has 72 bedrooms and facilities include a coffee shop, a bar and restaurant and ballroom. Daish’s Hotel hosts a programme of live entertainment every evening which includes cabaret and dancing, bingo, quizzes and games. There is also the option to book excursions and day trips via the hotel.
What’s included in a Daish’s Holiday package:
• Luxury coach travel or free hotel guest parking on-site
• Convenient pickup and drop-off along popular routes
• Breakfast and three-course evening meal every day
• On-site entertainment
The hotel is open to guests all year round Tariff July 2024 – June 2025 based on two people sharing a standard room:
Prices are from £159 self-drive - £179 coach to £559 self-drive - £579 coach
Early Booking and Kid’s Go Free discounts also apply. www.daishs.com/isle-of-wight/daishs-hotel
Enchanted by Scotland’s idyllic Highlands and Islands
Taking a small ship cruise with luxury liner Hebridean Island Cruises, Silver Travel writer Kerry Gallagher sees Scotland in style and comfort.
Arriving in Oban, we boarded the 48-passenger Lord of the Highlands – a sleek, attractive ship which has been completely transformed from its former life as an Aegean ferry. It now boasts just three decks, 19 cabins, a comfortable lounge and stylish restaurant.
In our spacious cabin there were subtle splashes of Scottish touches, from the tartan soft furnishings to a tray of whisky on the dresser and, of course, the delicious Scottish shortbread biscuits! We feel at home in no time and quickly find ourselves on first name terms with not only the onboard team and crew, but our fellow guests too.
From ship to shore
Over the course of the week, we’d weave our way through some of Scotland’s most impressive landscapes. Our daily routine became second nature. The mornings were spent enjoying a delicious hearty breakfast in the Caledonia Restaurant, followed by a relaxing few hours at sea, where we could soak in the scenery, unwind with a book and even indulge in a treat or two served up by the wonderful onboard team. Our afternoons took us to an array of pretty port towns, small seaside villages, and idyllic islands which were a delight to discover.
Our itinerary started on the beautiful Isle of Skye with a stop in the colourful capital of Portree. The iconic brightly painted houses lining the shore were a sight to behold and further out across the bay mountains framed the dramatic backdrop. Here we wandered the shops and admired the views – made all the better thanks to some unseasonably sunny weather. Afterwards we hopped back across to the mainland for a visit to Eilean Donan – a fully resorted castle dating back to the 13th century and the setting for a showdown during the Jacobite risings which ultimately led to its destruction in 1719. It wasn’t until 1911 that the rebuild began and, over 20 years, it was restored to its glory.
Heading further north we made our way to Gairloch, which is a tourist hotspot during the summer months, but we managed to enjoy the best of both worlds – lovely weather without the crowds! There’s so much to explore in and around this area from a beautiful waterfall walk to quirky art galleries and the excursion over to Inverewe Gardens is a must – the rhododendrons were just coming into bloom showering the gardens in colour.
Our journey continued back onto the Isle of Skye with a visit to Armadale Castle. The ruins of the country estate stand proud on the water’s edge surrounded by well-kept gardens and a fascinating
Eilean Donan
museum telling the tales of times gone by and the former residents – the oldest and most powerful of Scotland’s clans – Clan Donald.
The next stop was a real eye opener… the UK’s most remote village which has absolutely no road access, and is only accessible from the water, or a 17-mile hike across mountainous terrain! It’s a unique little village and unlike anywhere I have ever visited.
The Isle of Mull was to be our last, but certainly not least, stop of the week. And what better place to start our time on the island than in Tobermory. I could happily have spent much longer in this pretty port, again framed by its iconic colourful houses. The main street is awash with shops, restaurants, cafes, galleries, and museums.
The next day we ventured further into the Isle of Mull – which is just breathtakingly beautiful – over to the sacred Isle of Iona. This tiny island off the southwest coast of Mull is delightfully picturesque. No visit would be complete without spending some time at the Abbey. Set in a peaceful location, the imposing building dates back to 563 and has an intriguing tale to tell from surviving Viking attacks to its disuse after the Reformation, and subsequent rebirth.
Looking back, it’s almost impossible to believe we fit so much into one short week. But the pace of the cruise never felt rushed, there was plenty of time to relax, and we had free time in all ports to do as we pleased. It really was a very special and unique way to see such remote and beautiful parts of our country.
Next steps
If you’d like more information on Hebridean Island Cruises and the itineraries available to explore Scotland, call Silver Travel Advisor on 0800 412 5678.
Tobermory
Armadale Castle
When it comes to inviting, relaxing breaks, we have the ideal holiday for you...
Whether you’re looking for a romantic break for two, a family holiday or getting away with friends, Daish’s Holidays offers 12 hotels in 10 of the most popular UK destinations. Our fleet of 35 luxury coaches provide return travel in comfort and style from your pick up point and will take you directly to your hotel, aiming to arrive between 3 – 5pm.
If you’d like to get out and about to explore the local area on your holiday, then all of our breaks can also be booked on a self-drive basis so you’ve got the freedom of having your own car.
Trip Advisor’s Travellers’ Choice
We are proud to announce that five of our group – Somerset, Imperial, Daish’s, Devonshire, County – have been awarded the coveted TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award for 2024.
MS2: Burscough, Ormskirk, St Helens, Widnes, Runcorn, Northwich, Middlewich, Sandbach Services. All offers are subject to availability and standard terms and conditions (see brochure or website for T&C’s).
Tinsel and Turkey Break
Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a Standard Room. Supplements apply on twin/double rooms with sole occupancy. Optional local excursions can be booked at the hotel. Many more coach or self-drive holiday dates available in 2024. If you would prefer to self-drive, deduct £20 per person from prices shown. Offer ends 30th October 2024
STEVE HOWARTH’S TEST DRIVE
TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID
WHEN you think of the latest Toyota Corolla the first thing that comes to mind may not be the fact that the 13th generation model is made entirely in Great Britain.
But that is very much so as their 2024 hatchback and touring sports (estate) models are built in Burnaston near Derby with 1.8-litre hybrid engines produced in Deeside, North Wales.
It is also the first UK model to feature Toyota’s new full hybrid electric technology with self-charging powertrains delivering more power with higher efficiency.
Other firsts are a new Toyota Smart Connect+ multimedia system, a 12.3-inch digital driver display and the latest Toyota Safety Sense package with enhanced and additional active safety and driver assistance systems – it can even get software updates over-the-air via the car’s data communications module.
The history of the Corolla is an object lesson in Toyota’s kaizen principle – the commitment to continuous improvement. That’s how Corolla has remained a core model in the company’s global line-up since 1966 and remains the world’s best-selling car with 50 million plus sold so far.
The Corolla Hatchback and Touring Sports are available in four equipment grades: Icon, Design, GR Sport and Excel.
Significant changes include refreshed exterior and interior styling, new alloy wheel designs, headlights, colour options and upholstery choices.
2.0-litre total output has risen to 193bhp with a 0 to 62 time of 7.4 seconds.
The new lithium-ion hybrid battery, housed beneath the rear seats, is smaller and lighter but has 14 per cent more power. Toyota has also improved cooling to help preserve battery life.
The Corolla has a new front camera that has a wider view and the front millimetre-wave radar has also been improved so that it can detect obstacles closer to the front of the car than before.
Top Excel grade models now have a Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert with auto braking. The drive select system has Eco, Comfort, Normal and Sport modes.
All models also come with a 10.5-inch high-definition touchscreen display (with conventional dial controls for air conditioning and audio). Tech includes cloud-based navigation with real-time traffic event information and navigation plus on-board voice control and wireless smartphone integration alongside Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other useful functions include fixed speed camera locations and weather alerts.
GR Sport and Excel models can be specified with a bi-tone paint finish, combining the body colour with a contrast black roof, pillars and rear spoiler. Ash Grey and Pure White bi-tone are exclusive to the GR Sport.
For the interior things are more premium with new graphics, trims and embossed patterns on upholstery surfaces. LEDs are now used for all the interior lights and on GR Sport models the GR logo is embossed on the front head rest and the push-button starter.
Our test car was in range topping Excel trim with the smaller 1.8CVT motor and in Bi-Tone colours which comes in at £34,240 while the range starts at £30,505 for the hatchback Icon model. The Excel Touring Sports is the most expensive at £37,700.
Like all Toyotas the Corolla feels well put together, is comfortable and surprisingly quick in Sport mode yet gives great fuel figures with around 50 mpg possible and, being a hybrid, will be ULEZ exempt.
For more info see www.toyota.co.uk
The fifth generation of Toyota’s self-charging full hybrid electric technology is the heart of the new Corolla with higher performance and improved efficiency. The changes include a more powerful lithium-ion battery with total power from the 1.8-litre system of 138bhp bringing a faster 0-62mph time of 9.1 seconds. For the For all the latest car tests see the motoring section of our website at www.50plusmagazine.co.uk/motors/
BREAST SCREENING
Saves lives through detecting cancer early
The National Breast Screening Programme invites all women aged between 50 – 70 every 3 years for a mammogram. Each GP Practice is screened in turn and all women registered with a GP will receive an invitation
What happens when I reach 71?
Women over the age of 71 will not be sent an appointment automatically but they can self-refer for a mammogram every 3 years by contacting us.
What is breast screening?
Breast screening (or mammography) is an x-ray of the breast that is used to find any changes in the breast tissue that could be cancer, so they can be investigated early.
South Lancashire Breast
Screening is your local service , covering Wigan, West Lancs and Chorley and South Ribble
0300 707 5899
bsuappointments@wwl.nhs.uk
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Why do I need to be screened?
1 in 7 women in the UK will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point during their lives. Breast cancer is now the most common cause of cancer in women in this country.
Early detection saves lives
Most breast changes will not be cancer, but if cancer is found, the treatment needed will often be less intense and the chance of making a full recovery is much higher.
The earlier breast cancer is found, the better the chances of survival
We’ll get you smiling ...
Many denture wearers suffer with poor fitting, worn out or artificial (false) looking dentures that cause the wearer to feel a lack of confidence in their dentures. This can present itself when chewing or even by just worrying about the denture dropping during a conversation. All these are issues that Dental Arts @ 23 Lord Street specialise in correcting.
WHAT IS A CLINICAL DENTAL TECHNICIAN?
A Clinitcal Dental Technician (CDT) is a qualified dental technician that has under gone further Education and Training in areas such as Medical Emergencies Cross Infection Control and Oral Pathology (cancers and anomalies) to name just a few sections that make up the Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology as Awarded by the Royal Collage of Surgeons (RCS).
It is this qualification that allows the clinicians to be able to be registered and regulated with the General Dental Council (the official body for protecting the public with regards to dentistry) and carry indemnity insurance. It is this qualification, which means that only Dentists and Clinical Dental Technicians are the only Dental Professionals permitted
to supply dentures direct to the public. A dental technician is not qualified to supply a denture directly to the public. However, despite this being an act of Mal practice many technicians will still practice illegally without informing the patient that they are not qualified. If you are unsure if your denture provider is qualified; ask them for their GDC registration number, then contact the GDC to see if they are registered not just as a dental technician but as a CDT.
Over recent years there have been many improvements in both the way we construct dentures and in the materials and denture teeth that we use. This means that the end result looks more natural than ever before. Why not call for a FREE Consultation to find out more about these new innovations in denture design and manufacture?
DENTURES NEED REGULAR SERVICING
Dentures are in constant use almost 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They are also in a pretty hostile environment in the mouth, being attacked by strong acid, bacteria, hot, cold and spicy food. Denture material absorbs liquids and food odour.
Daily cleaning is essential as well as professional ultrasonic cleaning in a dental laboratory at least once a year. Due to constant bone resorbtion dentures will become loose sooner or later.
Loose dentures will increase damage to the gums and bone structure, and increase the risk of breakage. Have them re-lined as soon as possible to get a good fit. It only takes a day or two.
Have your dentures inspected by a Clinical Dental Technician at least every two years, or more frequently if necessary.
YOUR DENTURES NEED ATTENTION
1. When they become loose.
2. When teeth or denture base discolours.
3. When tooth surfaces become flat.
4. When denture base does not fit around natural teeth (in partial dentures).
5. When you develop deep lines around your mouth.
6. When your chin sticks out, and the corners of your lips are constantly wet, developing sores.
7. When you stop smiling and feel embarrassed.
MY DENTURES HAVE BECOME LOOSE!
This is easily remedied by a procedure know as Re-lining. A new layer of Denture base is added to your existing Denture, improving the fit and restoring confidence.
DENTURES ON IMPLANTS
This type of Denture is constructed in conjunction with the Dental Implant Surgeon. This is a very good procedure when the patient has limited control and retention of their Dentures. The finished Dentures ‘click’ into position offering the ultimate in Denture Retention.
SHOULD I HAVE A SPARE SET OF DENTURES MADE?
Yes, it is very important to have a spare set of dentures for emergencies in case of breakage.
CONSTRUCTING A GOOD SET OF DENTURES
Constructing a functional and aesthetically pleasing set of dentures is the most difficult task in dentistry. We are not only replacing lost teeth, but also lost tissue matter and bone. In other words, we have to re-create your facial features as they were before the loss of your natural teeth.
In most cases we do not know what your teeth looked like, what size they were or what position they were in originally. We have a few indications but mostly we have to rely on our visual and artistic judgement.
At the same time we have to use our technical expertise in order to make the denture stable and functional. Denture construction is more art than science.
Dental Arts @ 23 Lord Street can offer all aspects of denture care including;
l Free Consultations
l Denture cleaning and polishing service
l Repair of broken or cracked dentures
l Relining existing dentures to improve fit
l New full dentures
l New partial dentures (following treatment plan from dentist) *
l Sports mouth guards
*Dentist treatment plan can be arranged.
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• Bucks Fizz Upon Arrival • Gifts Galore • Autumn/ Winter Fashion • Festive Tasters • Special Offers • Live Entertainment from our tea room • Christmas Cake Decorating Demo • Free Entry COACHES WELCOME
Come and get into the festive spirit at our annual Late Night Christmas Shopping Evening A great chance to get organised for Christmas
CHRISTMAS OPENING TIMES
Monday 23rd 10am-5pm Christmas Eve 10am-3pm Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 27th, 28th CLOSED Sunday 29th 10.30am -4.30pm Monday 30th 10am-5pm New Years Eve 10am-3pm New Years Day CLOSED 2nd January Open As Usual
