HullMag Issue No.63 November/December 2019

November / December 2019

Issue No.63

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Alternatively, if you are looking for something light and quick we also serve sandwiches, coffee and cakes.

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Starters Orange and butternut squash soup with parsnip crisp Ham hock terrine with homemade piccalilli and toasted bread Smoked salmon and crayfish tian with honey and dijon aioli Heirloom tomatoe and aubergine terrine served with salsa verde and homemade bread

Main Course Turkey parcel wrapped in bacon stuffed with chestnut stuffing and served with gravy Herb crusted roast beef served with horseradish shavings and gravy Salmon wellington on a bedof spinach and ricotta cheese wrapped in puff pastry served with parsley sauce Roast butternut squash with peppers, pine nuts and olive-flecked quinoa stuffing All served with honey roasted carrots, parsnips, sprouts and roast potatoes

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Welcome & Contents

Editor’s note

Welcome to the November edition I hope you are all well and looking forward to the Christmas season as it fast approaches. In This edition we have another wide and varied selection of articles and news stories to keep you informed and entertained. All our regular columns are here too - including Rebekah’s Beauty Box, Antiques with Duggleby Auctioneers, Fiona’s Food For Thought and the Hull City column and AJ’s Rugby League column. We also have some very interesting one off articles such as ‘Frank Bruno on mental health. Riverford have shared a fantastic recipe for you to try at home too.

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GRANDPA’S GREAT ESCAPE LIVE: FlyDSA Arena Sunday 29th December The first ever stage adaptation of Grandpa’s Great Escape, the exhilarating number one bestselling children’s book by actor and comedian David Walliams, is coming to Sheffield this Christmas 2019.

The live version of the kids’ favourite, which has sold over two million copies around the world, will be stopping off in Sheffield for two performances at the FlyDSA Arena in the venue’s theatre style Steel Hall setting

on Sunday 29th December 2019.

Tickets priced £52.35, £41.15 & £29.95 (including fees) are now available online at www.flydsaarena.co.uk or by phone on 0114 256 56 56.

Grandpa’s Great Escape Live follows the acclaimed television film which aired on BBC One in December 2018, and will be directed by Tony® Award nominee Sean Foley. Grandpa’s Great Escape is the eighth book

by Walliams and was published in September 2015 by HarperCollins Children’s Books.

David Walliams said: “Grandpa’s Great Escape Live is an incredible new development for the book.

We’re not just turning it into a live show, but into a spectacular live arena show for all the family this Christmas. Being in arenas means we can have a life-size Spitfire, a tank, the London landscape and a dramatic escape from the Imperial War Museum. It’s great

because we can really go to town with all of those elements and this story demands that scale.

I’m delighted to be involved with this arena tour of Grandpa’s Great Escape Live, working with fantastic people like the director Sean Foley and Kevin Cecil, who’s written the script. I couldn’t be more excited about it!”

The wonderous stage design for Grandpa’s Great Escape Live will see the arena transformed into London and its landmarks, including Buckingham Palace and the River Thames, from thousands of feet in the sky, as Grandpa’s life size Spitfire soars through the air.

Many years ago, Grandpa was a World War II flying ace. But when he is sent to old folk’s home Twilight Towers – run by sinister Matron Swine – it’s up to Grandpa and his grandson, Jack, to plot a daring escape. Little do they know the wicked matron is on to them.

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Traditional Rugs In Your Home...

More and more contemporary interiors schemes are mixing the old with the new to great effect. A walnut chest here, a family painting there. One of the simplest ways to do this is to add a rug in a traditional style, feel, fabric or pattern. We spoke to rug designers, interiors experts and sellers about how to get it right in a modern home.

Juxtaposing a traditional rug against modern, minimalistic decor creates a luxe designer look that feels very ‘now’. The best way to achieve this is to introduce a patterned rug – Persian ideally – while keeping the rest of the scheme clean and subtle. Just like antique furniture, the faded elegance of antique traditional rugs can help ground a scheme that features contemporary furnishings.

Impact The rug should be the foundation of the room but not dominate the space. “To me, rugs are the subliminal element in any room,” says rug designer Luke Irwin. “You see them out of the corner of your eye and, as such, should be the last thing you notice. When you do, it should all make sense.”

Daniel Prendergast, design director at The Rug Seller, has this tip on creating impact with a rug: “Traditional doesn’t have to be old-fashioned. The key to a classic look in your interior space is to pick a timeless style which will enhance your room – it can be a traditional pattern or more antique finish – but make sure the modern styling is just that, to achieve contrast.”

Colour “Traditional rugs bring in colour, which is paramount, and juxtapose shiny hard surfaces, especially stone and concrete floors, to give comfort, cosiness and warmth,” explain Sarah Vanrenen and Louisa Greville Williams, founders of Vanrenen GW Designs.

“We recommend when choosing a traditional rug for your room to try and tie in a colour that is used somewhere else in the scheme,” says Saskia Howard of Howark Design. “Even when a rug is contrasting in style, linking a colour – even if it’s just through accessories – will help the room feel more considered and harmonious.”

Position “When styling a rug in a central space, such as a sitting room, the rug size is the most important consideration. The front legs of the furniture should sit upon the rug itself,” says Luke Irwin. “Always consider the footfall of a space.

A room with high footfall is best suited to a heavier-weight weave which will not be kicked up, whereas modern space intended to be a haven for relaxation might benefit from softer patterns and textures that feel great barefoot.”

Tiffany Duggan, founder of Studio Duggan, says: “We love to layer

antique, faded Persian rugs on fitted sisal carpets to create a warm and layered look. It is also an excellent way of zoning areas within larger rooms to ensure the space feels grounded.”

Shape & Size “In spacious modern rooms, note that a rug will be seen from many different angles,” says Luke. “Think circles and octagons to create an inclusive ambience – there is no need to be confined to square or rectangle shapes.”

“As with all rugs, pay close attention to the dimensions,” warns Saskia Howard. “A rug that is too small will make a space feel smaller and unbalanced; a rug that is too large can get in the way of door swings and be impractical. Even if you’ve fallen in love with the design, if it’s the wrong size it won’t work.”

Weave “Classical berbers, vintage dhurries, Turkish kilims and antique herat carpets are the styles of rugs we use because of the softer, aged feel they have,” says Sarah Vanrenen.

“They are all made from natural fibres, mainly wool, in beautiful natural colours and the texture

of the weaves adds interest to a space.”

Saskia says: “Vintage Swedish flat weaves are a favourite of ours. They come in a huge range of colours and patterns that often sit well in a contemporary setting. Traditional rugs, such as flokatis and berbers, are having quite a resurgence.

These work so well in a modern setting without looking too vintage, adding texture and warmth.”

Style & Pattern Mixing contrasting materials harmoniously in the room, such as modern concrete walls and authentic, traditionally woven rugs, is a great combination. “Very often the Moroccan and Turkish berbers and kilims are made with irregular geometric patterns, which tones down the harder, more clinical lines in modern surroundings,” says Sarah.

“Smaller and compressed modern spaces benefit from traditional rugs with patterns that frequently relate, such as a classic stripe print,” advises Luke.

Upkeep “Traditionally constructed wool rugs are far easier to clean, maintain and last much longer than modern rugs made with synthetic fibres,” says Saskia. “They age beautifully and are something that can even be handed down generations.”

To care for your rug, rotate it regularly to avoid patchy fading from exposure to sunlight and uneven wear and tear. Spot clean as soon as a spill happens, but do not use bleach or harsh cleaning agents. Padding under a rug helps protect its shape and reduce wrinkling. Finally, air your rug – hang it outside every four to six months.

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Books for November

From the return of This Is Going To Hurt’s Adam Kay to the transcripts from Fleabag, this month serves up fascinating fiction and intelligent non-fiction in generous measures…

Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas by Adam Kay Christmas is coming, the decorations are up… but 1.4m NHS staff are heading off to work.

In his second book, This Is Going To Hurt’s Adam Kay delves back into his diaries for a hilarious, horrifying and sometimes heartbreaking peek behind the blue curtain at Christmastime. Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas is the poignant, entertaining story of the life of a junior doctor at the most challenging time of the year, and a must-read, 25-tale love letter to all those who spend their festive season on the front line.

“The perfect surgical stocking-filler.”

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Fleabag: The Scriptures by Phoebe Waller-Bridge Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Fleabag took the world by storm with its piercing dialogue, ruthlessly dry wit and deeply human drama.

In Fleabag: The Scriptures, Waller-Bridge brings together the complete filming scripts of the first and second seasons, annotated with never-before-seen stage directions and exclusive commentary on her creative process and the making of the series. Recognised as one of today’s most essential voices, she delivers powerful insights into her nowiconic protagonist: the hilarious, emotionally damaged, sexually unapologetic woman who can make viewers laugh, cry and cringe in a single scene. A must-read for fans.

Royals by Emma Forrest July, 1981. Shy, working-class Steven dreams of being a fashion designer. He’s also gay, maybe – he hasn’t decided yet. There’s a lot 18-year-old Steven isn’t sure about, like whether he hates himself or thinks he’s amazing. When he ends up in hospital after being brutally attacked by his father, he meets Jasmine, an heiress. Fuelled by their shared love of fashion, a friendship blossoms and Steven finds himself swept into her hedonistic world.

But underneath the glitter and the frivolity, darkness lies. Royals is a tale of giddy happiness, crushing lows and, ultimately, the fragility of lives lived too fast.

The God Child by Nana Oforiatta Maya grows up in Germany knowing that her parents are different: from one another, and from the rest of the world. Her reserved, studious father is distant; her beautiful, volatile mother is a whirlwind, with a penchant for lavish shopping sprees and a mesmerising power for spinning stories of her Ghanaian family’s former glory – of what was had, and what was lost. Then cousin Kojo arrives one Christmas and Maya is sent to school in England.

Many years later, her homecoming sets off an exorcism of the family’s – and the country’s – strangest, darkest demons. In the wake of this destruction, Maya realises her own purpose: to tell the story of her mother, her cousin, their land and their loss, on her own terms, in her own voice.

Delayed Rays Of A Star by Amanda Lee Koe At a Berlin soirée in 1928, photographer Alfred Eisenstaedt captures three very different women together in one frame: up-and-coming German actress Marlene Dietrich; Anna May Wong, the world’s first Chinese American star; and Leni Riefenstahl, whose work as a director of propaganda art films would make her famous, then infamous. From this curious point of intersection, Delayed Rays of a Star lets loose the trajectories of these women’s lives. From Weimar Berlin to LA’s Chinatown, from a bucolic village in the Bavarian Alps to a

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luxury apartment on the ChampsElysees, the settings they inhabit are as richly textured as the roles they play: siren, victim, predator, or lover, each one a carefully calibrated performance. Intimate and clear-eyed, Delayed Rays of a Star is a visceral depiction of womanhood.

Face It by Debbie Harry The front woman of Blondie, Debbie Harry and the band forged a new sound that brought together the worlds of rock, punk, disco, reggae and hip-hop to create some of the catchiest pop songs of all time. As a muse, she collaborated with some of the boldest artists of the past four decades. The scope of Debbie Harry’s impact on our culture has been matched only by her reticence to reveal her rich inner life – until now. In an arresting mix of visceral, soulful storytelling and visuals that includes neverbefore-seen photographs, bespoke illustrations and fan art installations, Face It upends the standard music memoir while delivering a truly prismatic portrait.

This Is Pleasure by Mary Gaitskill In This Is Pleasure, Gaitskill considers our present moment through the lens of a particular #MeToo incident. The effervescent, well-dressed Quin, a successful

book editor and fixture on the NY arts scene, has been accused of repeated unforgivable transgressions toward women in his orbit. But are they unforgivable?

And who has the right to forgive him? To Quin’s friend Margot, the wrongdoing is less clear.

Alternating Quin’s and Margot’s voices and perspectives, Gaitskill creates a nuanced tragicomedy, one that reveals her characters as whole persons.

So Lucky by Dawn O’Porter Dawn O’Porter follows her bestselling debut The Cows with another cringe-inducingly hilarious novel about female friendships, and the perks and pitfalls of modern life. Everyone is fighting private battles we know nothing about – including close friends Lauren, Beth and Ruby. So Lucky questions just what a ‘lucky’ life looks like, breaking through the filters we all apply with brilliant humour and irreverence, while celebrating what can be achieved when women look out for one another.

The End of The Ocean by Maja Lunde A captivating new novel about the threat of a worldwide water shortage – as seen through the eyes of a father and daughter. In 2019, 70-year-old Signe sets out on a hazardous voyage to cross an entire ocean in only a sailboat. She is haunted by the loss of the love of her life, driven by a singular and allconsuming mission to make it back to him. In 2041, David flees with his young daughter, Lou, from a wartorn southern Europe plagued by drought. They have been separated from the rest of their family and are on a desperate search to reunite with them, when they find Signe’s abandoned sailboat in a parched French garden. As David and Lou discover personal effects from Signe’s travels, their journey of survival and hope weaves together with Signe’s, forming a heartbreaking, inspiring story about the power of nature and the human spirit.

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Frank Bruno packs a punch with strong message on mental health World champion boxer Frank Bruno is gearing up for his next big fight – taking on the government in his campaign to get a better deal for people battling mental illness.

John Hall, President of Haltemprice Lions, said: “We are proud to have held such a successful evening and to support HEY Mind with their valuable work in the region. We are grateful to all the businesses which supported us and we hope our combined effort has helped people open up a bit more about mental health.”

The Frank Bruno Foundation is raising money to open a centre which will provide a base for structured, non-contact boxing sessions and wellbeing programmes for anyone over the age of 10 who is experiencing problems with mental health. To find out more please visit www. thefrankbrunofoundation.co.uk

Bruno, who was speaking at a dinner organised to raise funds for a mental health charity in Hull and East Yorkshire, said he wants to meet Prime Minister Boris Johnson to call for action to stop the suffering being inflicted on mental health patients.

He said: “The system is too quick to give tablets out and they are highly addictive. I’ve seen it with my own eyes – being in these institutions and seeing people suffer.

“I will always fly the flag for people with mental health issues because there are more ways to make people better than giving them tablets. There are charities all over the country that don’t care about their patients.

“A lot of people have died because of the overdoses they have been given but one day the truth will come out. I want to meet Boris Johnson because you have got to get to the root of what’s causing a person to feel that way and try to help them.”

The former WBC heavyweight champion pulled no punches as he spoke about his boxing career and his own mental health issues in aid of Haltemprice Lions Club and their chosen charity, Hull and East Yorkshire Mind.

He told the audience at the Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel about the highs and lows of a career in the ring which brought epic battles with Mike Tyson twice, Lennox Lewis and others, with his only defeats coming against fellow world champions.

Emma Dallimore, Chief Executive of Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, said: “We want to thank Frank for coming down and talking so openly about his very personal mental health struggles. Being open and

talking about mental health helps to reduce the stigma sometimes associated with mental health problems and means we can all support each other to improve our mental health. “We also want to thank Haltemprice Lions for organising such a fantastic event.

All funds raised will ensure that we can continue supporting local people with their mental health.”

Next year will be the 25th anniversary of the pinnacle of Bruno’s career, victory over Oliver McCall to claim the WBC belt, but his retirement in 1996 set him on a downward spiral of domestic problems, divorce and depression.

Bruno said he entered retirement with no idea what he would do next: “You never have a plan. You do bits and bobs but nothing can replace boxing. The excitement went.”

There were flashpoints because his wife and children weren’t used to him spending so much time at home, and once he was on his own he didn’t know what to do with such a large house and a lot of land.

He said: “Getting divorced and not seeing the kids for about a year was the worst part of my life.”

Bruno told how concerns about his mental health led to him being sectioned and treated with medication which he didn’t want.

He said: “I must have been getting 30 tablets a day but lucky I was strong enough to build myself up.

I begged them because the tablets weren’t good enough. I needed a structure in my life and that was

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the gym. You have to give people the confidence to go back into the world.”

To find out more about Hull and East Yorkshire Mind please visit www.heymind.org.uk

CHRISTMAS AT SOUTHWOOD GARDEN CENTRE We are very well known for our Christmas displays and themed decor here at Southwood Garden Centre. It’s a fantastic time of year that everybody gets excited about.

We love every season but Christmas is definitely our favourite part of winter. Our attractions are very popular with adults and children alike, so come along and let us help you to make this season magical.

Our winter grotto is now open, bring the children along to meet Santa and see the live reindeers and really get into the spirit of Christmas.

Our beautiful displays and massive range of Christmas stock are simply breath taking, with

everything now available to make your home and garden beautiful at this exciting time of year.

Whether you are looking for a stunning artificial or real tree, lighting, decorations, gifts or toys, a visit to our beautiful garden centre will always live up to your expectations.

After you have explored all that we have to offer, relax in Lucy’s Coffee Shop and enjoy a range of delicious home cooked food.

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Feast your eyes on our pick of the best produce to enjoy over the coming months NOVEMBER CRANBERRIES - the flavour of this deep red winter berry isn’t only suitable for the Christmas turkey; it also goes down well in naturally sweet puddings, tarts and pies

DECEMBER CLEMENTINES - thought to be a hybrid of a tangerine and a sweet orange, a clementine requires no added sugar and is delightfully refreshing when put in sweet or savoury salads

JANUARY BLOOD ORANGES - despite its short shelf life, this zesty fruit bowl addition is well worth it and is ideal for soufflés, puddings and sauces, as well as jellies and cocktails

BEETROOT - the sweet, earthy flavour is simply divine when used for a cake, or you can enjoy it with sour cream in more savoury options like salads, risottos and soups

RHUBARB - as well as being a key component of warming winter crumbles, rhubarb can also be served with fresh mackerel, roast pork, or made into a batch of spiced chutney

PARSNIPS - whether honey glazed, roasted or mashed, parsnips are always tantalisingly sweet, holding their own as an appetising side to a roast or as part of a warming, hearty casserole

MACKEREL - in addition to having firm flesh and silver and blue-striped skin, mackerel is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and can be grilled, fried, barbecued or served with gooseberry sauce

SWEDE AND TURNIPS - these root vegetables are superb when mashed or roasted.

Alternatively, they can be eaten raw in salads (depending on their age) or used in soups and stews

CLAMS - with little preparation needed, this shellfish can be eaten steamed, raw or stewed.

They’re also great in spaghetti alle vongole or served with a splash of cider or sherry

TURKEY - this festive favourite is low in fat and high in protein. Once you’ve had your fill of Christmas dinner, try making turkey burgers, meatloaf or meatballs with the leftovers

COCKLES - traditionally a popular seaside snack, cockles are delicious in seafood salads, risottos and soups. Alternatively, they can be enjoyed raw or steamed until their shells open, much like mussels

RABBIT - firm, meaty flesh and a subtle, gamey taste makes rabbit best suited to a stew or pie. Its tough meat is even better when beautifully tenderised through slow cooking

HARE - darker, richer and punchier than rabbit, hare is good for roasting when young, but should ideally be slow cooked when older in order to break down the tougher meat

BRUSSELS SPROUTS - these divisive vegetables can be used in tastier ways than you might think. To give them a bit more flair, serve them with bacon, chestnuts and crème fraîche

GAME - duck, goose and grouse are tasty meats with rich flavours and course textures.

They go well with fruity dishes to enhance the flavour and bring out the succulent juices

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Squash and black bean chilli Serves 4 Either stuff a whole squash with the chilli, or dice and roast the squash and add it to the chilli.

The latter opens up a whole variety of serving suggestions: eat it with rice or in a baked potato; top it with a dollop of soured cream, some spicy tomato salsa or some guacamole; stuff it in a taco with some grated cheese; or spread it over a tortilla. If you are stuffing the squash you will need to use one that is a suitable size and will hold its shape when cooked, such as onion squash.

Ingredients 1 medium butternut, large onion or smallish crown prince squash 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for roasting 1 large onion, chopped 4 celery sticks, finely chopped 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped 3 large garlic cloves, crushed 1–2 tsp crushed chipotle chillies (if you can’t source them, substitute another fresh or dried red chilli) 1 tsp dried marjoram or handful of fresh oregano 2 bay leaves 2 tsp ground cumin 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes 2 x 400g cans black beans, rinsed and drained Juice of 1 lime (approx. 2 tbsp) Small bunch of coriander, finely chopped Salt and black pepper Grated cheese and/or soured cream, to serve (optional) Method Heat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. If stuffing a whole squash, cut it in half, scoop out the seeds and pulp, and stuff each half; or roasting in chunks.

Heat the oil in a large heavy pan over a medium - high heat. Add the onion and celery. Reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until soft. Add the peppers and continue cooking for a further 10 minutes or so, stirring frequently.

Stir in the garlic, and cook for another minute. Add the chilli, 1–2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, the herbs and cumin. Give everything a good mix then add the tomatoes. Simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes. Stir in the beans and continue to simmer for a further 10 minutes.

Remove the bay leaves, stir in the lime juice and coriander and adjust the seasoning to taste. If using roast squash, add it now, heat through, and then serve. If stuffing a whole squash, fill each roasted squash half with the filling mixture. Top with grated cheese or soured cream (or both), if you like. www.riverford.co.uk/recipes

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ROYAL HOTEL HULL The Royal Hotel Hull is one of the City’s most iconic landmarks.

With its Grade II listed Victorian architecture it has become something of a forgotten treasure amongst the ever changing backdrop of Kingston Upon Hull. As you walk through it’s impressive lobby you are instantly taken aback by the splendidly opulent bar and lounge area.

The elegance doesn’t end there though and the master class of Victorian styling continues through its grand high ceilinged meeting and banqueting rooms capable of hosting up to 700 guests.

As well as the impressive meeting space, The Royal Hotel also boasts 190 bedrooms ranging from luxuriant suites to single and double offerings to cater for everything from Honeymooners to contractors.

Just a stones throw from the vibrant and bustling St Stephens Shopping and Leisure Complex as well as the Hull Truck and New Theatre, there is plenty on offer for both corporate and leisure guests alike.

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Food & Drink

November Food Quiz Ten tantalising brain teasers

1 To what did Pepys refer when he spoke, in 1669, of a “fine drink; but, it being new, I was doubtful whether it might not do me hurt”? a) Orange juice b) Coffee c) Prosecco 2 What fresh herb is used to flavour a béarnaise sauce?

3 Which of these is not a component of traditional beef wellington? a) Mushroom duxelles b) Crepes or pancakes c) Mustard mayonnaise 4 Tempura is Japanese battered fried food – usually fish and vegetables. Which European nation is said to have brought the technique to Japan?

5 Quatres épices is a classic spice mix of ground black pepper, cloves, ginger and…?

6 What is a traditional ingredient of the Welsh cake bara brith a) Laver (seaweed) b) Dried mixed fruit c) Leeks 7 Angels on horseback and devils on horseback are bacon-wrapped canapés. What are their respective fillings?

8 What sort of speciality is cullen skink? a) An edible type of lizard b) Welsh meat and potato stew c) Scottish fish soup

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Lots of us claim to love traditional British food but a recent YouGov poll found many dishes are now so rarely eaten they may disappear from menus and markets altogether.

Here are the 10 most at-risk dishes in Britain: l Tripe 69% l Giblets 66% l Eel 65% l Tongue 46% l Cockles 43%

9 If you asked for 1kg clod from a butcher, what would you be buying?

l Nettles 38%

10 What food-poisoning bacteria is associated with reheated rice or rice that’s been left standing at room temperature?

l Black pudding 32%

l Oxtail 37% l Rabbit 32% l Kidneys 31%

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Got The Hump With Milk?

Camel’s milk provides less saturated fat and fewer calories than whole cow’s milk and is a little lower in protein. It’s reconstituted rather than fresh, but tastes close to regular milk and has a much higher iron content. For this reason, I wouldn’t dismiss is – if you are anaemic it could be a good choice for you, and it makes a delicious frothy coffee, or bowl or porridge if you find other milk alternatives unappealing. According to the Australian Camel Industry

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Association (yes, it’s a thing), camel milk doesn’t contain the whey proteins that contribute to dairy allergies and it’s also low lactose.

Black Pudding Fact: The very first time it appeared in literature was in 800 BC, when it was mentioned in Homer’s classic saga ‘The Odyssey’.

The usual caveats apply with serious allergies though - there’s often cross-reactivity with dairy so don’t assume this milk will work for you.

Gut Feeling Fibromyalgia is a fairly common condition causing muscle pain, fatigue and depression, but it has always been difficult to diagnose.

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Canadian scientists identified 19 gut bacteria species in people with fibromyalgia.

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Bringing Home The Bacon!

You have probably heard the phrase “bring home the bacon” and assumed it had something to do with bringing home money, when in actual fact it was first said in 12th century England in the spirit of matrimonial harmony. A church in the historic Essex town of Dunmow promised a flitch (side) of bacon to any married man who could swear before the congregation and God that he had not quarreled with his wife for a year and a day. A husband who could bring home the bacon was held in high esteem by the community for his forbearance, self-control and patience.

What was then the town of Dunmow, became the town of Great Dunmow which still holds The Dunmow Flitch Trials every 4 years and awards a flitch of bacon to married couples if they can satisfy the Judge and Jury of 6 maidens and 6 bachelors that in twelve months and a day they have not wished themselves unmarried again. The phrase bring home the bacon later evolved into meaning generate household income.

Severity of the symptoms depended on the numbers of these bacteria in the gut. However, it’s not clear whether the changes in gut bacteria are simply markers for the disease, or directly contribute. By analysing bacteria in stool samples, scientists could identify which participants had fibromyalgia with 87.8 per cent accuracy. These findings could speed up diagnosis and help find a dietary cure. For now, up the diversity of your gut flora by eating a plant based, fibre-rich diet.

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Antiques

The Poor Man’s Bronze As far back as ancient Greek and Roman times, homes have been decorated with cast bronze figures and works of art, albeit the cost put such pieces beyond the reach of all but the wealthiest people.

Things changed almost overnight in the mid-19th century when an enterprising entrepreneur came up with the idea of producing cast metal figures with another alloy – spelter. Unlike bronze, which is usually a blend of 90% copper and 10% tin, spelter is a combination of less expensive metals, zinc and lead.

Cheaper – and undoubtably inferior – spelter may be, but gild it or paint it and it really can look quite the business.

The major centre of the production of spelter figures was Berlin where a number of manufacturers opened up in the second half of the century and it was a German by the name of Geiss who discovered a process of bronzing the surface of spelter,

which of course gave these imitation bronzes even greater appeal.

Inexperienced people can still be fooled into mistaking spelter for bronze. However, it is much lighter and if we scratch the underneath of the base of an object the metal will be revealed as greyish silver, rather than the golden colour of bronze.

Spelter was perhaps to achieve the height of its popularity at around the turn of the century, but large quantities of pieces were manufactured well into the 1920’s and 1930’s and art deco examples can often exceed the prices achieved by earlier Victorian pieces.

It was used to produce figures, often of an allegorical nature such as the four seasons, industry and commerce etc, clock cases, furniture mounts and many other objects including garden sculptures, even though the alloy does not fare particularly well in the open air and once a piece has been affected by corrosion there is little which can be done to repair the damage. That is one of the things to look for when buying a piece.

Look carefully, too, at gilding which can often be poor quality, and at the paint where appropriate – corrosion breaks through the paint layer causing black or white discolouration and, as I say, there is not much which can be done about it.

Because spelter is a soft, brittle metal which is usually quite thinly cast, it is surprisingly fragile.

Figures tend to break at the ankles, arms and other weak areas. That being the case, objects should always be picked up by the base, never the arms or other protruding areas, and they should be supported from below when being carried.

Painted or gilded spelter should not be kept in direct sunlight or near fires or radiators because of potential damage to the paintwork, and pieces should never be kept in damp conditions.

The figure illustrated is late 19th century and depicts a continental warrior standing on a bridge in a fierce pose with his sword and shield raised above his head and a battle axe on the ground between his feet. The spelter has a bronze coloured ‘patination’ with certain parts highlighted in gilt to simulate brass.

The quality of the casting is very good, as is the condition.

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The height to the tip of the sword is 55cm including the ebonised wooden base and when it goes under the hammer in a forthcoming auction sale it is expected to realise £50 - £80

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Travel

6 of the best destinations to visit this November

With summer officially behind us and winter just around the corner, it’s time to book a last-minute preChristmas break before the silly season gets into full swing.

Whether you’re after a tropical getaway, a unique European city break or a trip filled with culture, we’ve rounded up the best destinations to visit this November.

Australia is famous for in one of its zillions of independent cafes in Glebe and Newtown.

4. Serengeti, Tanzania November in East Africa is nothing less than a wonder. This is because it is the period in between the dry and rainy season which is when the Wildebeest Migration occurs.

Starting in Kenya’s Masai Mara, the migration heads south towards the Serengeti in Tanzania, making it a prime location for migration spotting.

For keen hikers, a newly opened trail through Chile’s spectacular Patagonian region is unmissable, while sun-seekers should flock to the Caribbean island of Turks and Caicos, where they’ll find one of the best beaches in the world.

Closer to home, the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius will be easy on the pre-Christmas bank balance with flights as cheap as £23.

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1. Patagonia, Chile The Patagonia region of Chile has long been a spectacle for travellers across the globe, but after the Chilean government launched a new hiking trail last year connecting 17 national parks through the Patagonian region – now’s the perfect time to book your visit.

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The new trail is fittingly dubbed the ‘Route of Parks’ and runs for 1,700 miles, making it the world’s longest hiking trail. The trail is split into a number of smaller sections so visitors can do portions at a time – with stunning views and diverse wildlife to spot along the way.

6 1 2. Shenzhen, China The former fishing village is now one of the biggest metropolises in China and Shenzhen Airlines launched the first direct route between Shenzhen Bao’an Airport to London Heathrow last year.

The flight to Shenzhen takes approximately 13 hours and 30 minutes and is just one of the many new routes connecting mainland China to London.

As it is the shoulder season, it’s likely there will be more deals in prime safari locations as the tourists won’t be back again until Christmas.

Once in Shenzhen, you can escape to the Nanshan Mountains for some tranquillity, visit the Futian CBD for modern architecture and visit the Window of the World – filled with mini replicas of 130 of the world’s biggest attractions, like the leaning tower of Pisa and the Louvre.

3. Sydney, Australia While Sydney is an ever-popular tourist destination, November is a great time to visit as the weather

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isn’t as blazing hot as it is in the height of summer, but still warm enough to justify a daily swim in one of Sydney’s many beaches.

Walk the Coogee to Bondi walk, discovering hidden gems like Gordon Bay and Bronte Beach (right around the corner from Bondi, but smaller and prettier), walk to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair for the best views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, find one of Sydney’s many secret bars or indulge in the brunches and coffee

5. Alaska, USA By the end of November, the sun rises in Alaska’s Anchorage at 9:45am and sets at 3:50pm – but these limited hours of daylight make it the prime time to see the Northern Lights . If you are staying in Anchorage, head up to the GlenAlps to get away from the city lights for aurora viewing, and watch the magical lights dance across the night sky.

November is also a great time for animal spotting in the northernmost US state, moose are abundant – but bears have entered hibernation by this point so you won’t have to worry about running into one in the wilderness.

6. Chiang Mai, Thailand While Bangkok and Phuket are known as Thailand’s party destinations, Chiang Mai is where you want to go if you’re looking to dive knee-deep into Thai culture. The former seat of the Lanna kingdom is filled with ornate temples, street food stalls and surrounded by lush green countryside and rainforests.

Exploring these surroundings will lead you to waterfalls, elephant sanctuaries and serene country villages.

Travel

Mauritius...

This paradise island is a welcome destination to families, Wedding & honeymoon couples but for me, I visit for the golf.

How can you not fall in love with this island?

This is an Indian Ocean island ideal to visit any time of the year. Our summer time is a little cooler which makes it an ideal summer destination for families as you don’t have to worry so much about the children getting sunburnt.

The flight is 11 hours but the advantage is that there is only a 3 hour time difference. I always fly from Humberside via Amsterdam but if you want to break your journey why not fly from Manchester or Newcastle with Emirates and enjoy a stopover in Dubai.

There are a great choice of hotels to choose from on the island. I enjoy staying at the Awali Heritage which offers all inclusive holidays with a Mauritian feel. I upgrade to the golf inclusive package which comes with many added perks.

Golf each day including a buggy. There is an 18 hole & 9 hole course plus a driving range (inc. a pyramid of balls each day).

After a game of golf followed by lunch and drinks what better way to relax before dinner than with your included Spa Treatment. After a couple of weeks having a daily massage it really is down to earth with a bump when arriving home.

The food & beverages included are second to none.

A choice of five restaurants to dine in plus a Boma Dinner Show (with a fire eater +), Lobster Dinner along with a night at the Steakhouse.

When booking your holiday we will ensure that restaurants, tee times, spa times are all booked in advance of your arrival to ensure that you have your preferred times.

Looking to get married abroad? The Heritage Awali will do you proud. Every happy couple I spoke to were delighted with all of their arrangements whether they were just a couple tying the knot together or with family and friends in attendance. I could not resist taking this photo of the beach location.

Staying with the beach water sports are included as is tennis, archery etc. The lagoon is perfect for snorkelling if you just wish to dip in and out of the water at your leisure. One sport at a supplement was kite surfing and although we did not have a go ourselves it looked amazing.

All of the rooms have a simple tropical feel with air conditioning and a fan. The bathrooms have a sunken bath, separate shower plus his & hers wash basins. Either a balcony or patio along with the option of a garden or sea view. We opt for a garden view looking over the pool and out to sea. These rooms are also very handy for the spa, bar and reception. Plus on our package we have a complimentary mini bar, coffee machine & room service. The latter is very handy for breakfast before golf.

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Health & Beauty

Rebekah’s

Beauty Box The transition from summer to autumn can be the trickiest time for skin, says Rebekah. As the weather gets colder and darker, it affects much more than just our moods.

Our skin - a protective barrier against harmful external matter such as toxins and disease – is put to the test as it has to transition from warm weather (during which it must regulate sweat and keep oil levels in balance) to dry, cold weather (during which it must help us to stay hydrated, stay warm and protect against seasonal viruses).

I rely heavily on diet to keep my skin in check, but aside from that, I turn to natural beauty products and rituals to ensure my skin is getting the extra TLC it needs this time of year.

Here are some of my top tips for keeping skin healthy as we settle into autumn and prepare for winter.

1. Stay hydrated, and not just with water It is crucial to stay hydrated yearround but especially during the

winter, as the weather becomes more drying and dehydrating.

Obviously, drink lots of water. I aim for two large glasses on an empty stomach in the morning and try to have two litres throughout the rest of the day. I also drink herbal tea throughout the day.

The food you eat can hydrate you too. Eat foods with high water content - such as cucumbers, spinach, broccoli, tomatoes, mushrooms, carrots, Brussels sprouts, oranges, apples and blueberries - to get even more water in your diet. Eating natural produce such as fruits and vegetables, which contain vital vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, will ensure you are getting the components you need to keep cell function healthy (such as cell repair and growth), and which can contribute to the skin’s elasticity, colouration and pigmentation. It all helps to reduce dark circles, fine lines and to retain at least a hint of that bright glow that summer so kindly blessed us with.

Stay hydrated by having baths and / or foot baths with oils in. The oils with help to bring moisture back to the body and balance the body’s natural oils, and foot soaks with also help to remove dead

skin, boost circulation and warm the body - add a little massage to encourage lymphatic drainage.

2. Oil up Don’t be afraid of oils in your skincare routine. People with oily or combination skin are often afraid that oil-based products will make their skin more greasy, but if you use the right kinds of products and the right time of day, they should work in your favour. Water-based products are not actually hydrating, they actually dehydrate the skin more. Oil-based products, on the other hand, help restore and encourage the production of your skin’s natural oils, and they are far more hydrating than water-based products. If you have particularly oily skin, I would suggest assessing your diet, hydration-levels and current beauty products, as these may be causing over-production of oils.

4. Facial massage Facial massages are great for keeping skin warm and to improve circulation. They help with lymphatic drainage as well as to reduce tension and inflammation or puffiness. Whenever I have time, I start the day with a gentle massage (as I apply my cleanser, moisturizer or an oil), which helps waken up my complexion, making it look more alive, dewy and glowy.

I use my hands to work around the eyebrows, temples, under eye area, eyelids, cheekbones, mouth and jawbone, and sometimes incorporate tools such as a jade roller or gua sha.

I use oil-based products on my face in the evening before bed, and occasionally in the morning if I am not going to wear make up. One of my favourites is Amly’s Day Light Face Oil. I also use oils on my body after showering.

3. Skincare routine must-haves During winter, I focus on using cleansers, exfoliators, masks, oil blends and moisturisers, as well as hand creams and lip balms.

I use a gentle exfoliator or just a cleanser with a muslin cloth (the mildly rough cloth helps to exfoliate the skin delicately) about once or twice a week. I use a cleanser every day; mostly in the evenings but occasionally mornings too.

Caudalie’s Instant Foaming Cleanser is great. I use a mask once or twice a month (I alternate between ESPA, Liz Earle and MV Organic Skincare face masks), and I use moisturiser everyday - again, I love MV Organic Skincare products.

My top tip here is to ensure you are buying good quality products made with natural ingredients

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and without harmful chemicals or additives.

5. Layer up It’s tempting to crank up the heating to stay warm, but it’s also one way to dry your skin out quickly. Try to layer up and find other ways to keep warm, or just be mindful of how much heating you really need (this will also be better for the environment and your energy bill!). Having a long, steaming hot shower or bath can is also appealing, but these can drastically dry out the skin. Try to keep temperatures moderate and try to avoid having really long showers or baths, as the water will affect the skins natural oils.

Have some warm jumpers and cosy blankets at the ready to give your skin a break from the central heating.

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THE BUZZCOCKS

play Gorilla at Manchester on

Sunday 15th December 2019!

With the untimely passing of Pete Shelley in December 2018, Buzzcocks will continue to record and play live shows with founding member, Steve Diggle, taking over vocal duties to front the band.

Steve has sung with the band from the very beginning, writing 50 songs, including hits “Promises”, “Fast Cards” & “Harmony in my Head”.

He will be joined by the long term

current line-up of Danny Farrent (Drums) & Chris Remmington (Bass) performing all the classic Buzzcock hits & more.

Tickets for the MANCHESTER – Gorilla show are available from: Sunday 15th December 2019 Box Office No: 0844 249 1000 Website - www.eventim.co.uk/ Ticket price - £20.50 (advance)

THE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS play The Spa at Bridlington on

Friday 29th November 2019!

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Draws close two days before the event.

Alternative 80s & 90s Nostalgia Night O’Rileys -

Hull on Sunday 8th December O’Rileys and Quiet Riot are to hold an alternative 80’s & 90’s Nostalgia Night as a fundraiser for Sight Support Hull & East Yorkshire.

A dozen local bands will be playing tributes to acts from this era on the evening including the Smiths, Cure, Pixies, Pretenders, Joy Division, Nirvana , Suede, and Killing joke . The bands will performing three songs and off whilst the Rebellious Jukebox DJs will be providing a playlist of songs from the era throughout the evening.

Acts performing on the evening include Elwhaeko, Longlines, The

Church of Non Believers, Urban Rain, Malicious Damage, The Part Time Popstars , Jackson D , King Orange and Sandra’s Wedding and this will the first time that these acts have ever performed covers so it will be a very enjoyable event.

The event is held at O’ Riley’s, 83 Beverley Road, Hull, HU3 XR on December 8th. Doors: 7pm and the gig begins at 7.30pm.

Earlybird online tickets are available oonline from www.skiddle.com for £5 until Nov’ 30th then £7 or people can pay £8 on the door.

If you enjoyed this music at Spiders or Silhouette, attended gigs at the time or just bought the albums then this a night not to miss.

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In June 2019, the Red Hot Chilli Pipers released a new studio album, entitled “Fresh Air”. An exciting fusion of brand-new songs and carefully selected covers. In a new departure for the Red Hot Chilli Pipers many of the songs include lead vocals. Some of the highlights

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Hull City Column - by Woody Mellor

On the up?

The past month has brought a more positive mood to Hull City fans.

The defeat at home to QPR has been followed by away victories at Nottingham Forest and Fulham as well as home win against Derby County, three big spending clubs with genuine play-off aspirations. The team also went down to a 1-0 defeat at home to table topping West Brom on Saturday but it was a fairly close game against the title favourites.

Besides these victories there have been positive developments off the pitch with the club attempting to win back lost supporters with the half price ticket offer for two home games, more incentives for supporters at the game and young fans being invited to a training session at the ground during halfterm. All of those things which were taken for granted in the days of Pearson or Duffen but absent over the past few years when fans were a secondary concern to the riches coming through the Premier League TV deal. Grant McCann has apparently influenced the attempts to attract additional fans as the stadium has been very subdued and lifeless for the team over recent weeks with only 7 - 8,000 home fans in attendance. The atmosphere has declined for the past five years but the team itself must not really enjoy playing at a third full stadium. The East Stand is relatively full to be honest but this now accommodates fans from two sides, East & North , once we had 10,000 passholders we now have 4,000 in the one space. Fifteen years ago the club was talking of a triple tier East Stand to mirror the West Stand and raise the capacity to 30,000 . How times change.

a stupid challenge and acquired a four match ban which was rather daft to say the least after three goals in three matches for club and country. Toral has stood out over the past three victories and if he could remain fit for more than a handful of games then we do have a quality attacking midfielder though dare we say his contact runs out in June. After two years of injuries he like Kevin Stewart may have come good at long last.

Will we lose him or will they offer another deal to someone barely fit since since signing from Arsenal?

The victory at the City Ground was most unexpected not least we didn’t appear to have any tackling midfielders after dropping Kevin Stewart and replacing him with Da Silva Lopes (pictured middle). There was also a rare appearance from Jon Toral and both of them took starring roles as they outplayed Forest. All was going well until Josh Magennis got himself sent off for

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Needless to say he has now got injured in training and could be out until February.

As ever you have to mention the form of Jarrod Bowen. He is already up to ten goals in three months and could reach twenty by May at this rate but will he still be here by February? Clubs such as Newcastle, Southampton, Burnley, Norwich and Villa have all been linked so will anyone make an offer of £20 million in January? Is it worth this much?

Who else will score if he is sold?

The defence is doing better as well.

Callum Elder is doing well as left back , Lichaj is fairly dependable on the right, George Long looks fairly safe in goal and Burke and De Wijs

are getting better by the match.

They have even managed some clean sheets over the past few games so a tight defence behind a goalscorer like Bowen (pictured below) must be a positive.

The club are also talking about making offers to keep the likes of Bowen, Grosicki, Stewart and Irvine. They have failed miserably to keep players over previous seasons but maybe this time they may keep players beyond their current contracts even if the motive may be to keep them saleable at the highest price rather than fund their contacts for the next three years on the currently small gate income.

One can but hope that there is some off field interest in the club?

Maybe the increased gate was an attempt to impress a potential consortium but as we have been down this route so many times before it’s probably not something to speculate upon. A few thousand people came back with the half price ticket office but many more claim they won’t return till a regime change. We will have to wait and see maybe a push for the play offs may bring a few more back alongside occasional promotions by the club? Are the owners now more committed as they made their first appearance for years on Saturday. We will have to see .

The team are now only four points behind the Play-offs so things are looking up for a change, the points total is already ahead of Adkins team last year but whether they are genuine play off contenders will be revealed over the coming weeks but they have defeated three contenders and gave the leaders a close match over the last four games. Should we dare to dream once more or wait till the new year and check if our key players are still here.

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Rugby League Column - by A J Martell

Sport: AJ’s Rugby League Review

Congratulations to St Helens worthy winners of the Grand Final having been the outstanding team of Super League all season. Whoever you support, no one can deny it’s been a pleasure to watch them this year (well, unless you’re from Wigan, then you might disagree).

For Salford Reds it was one game too far and sadly they couldn’t live up to their form going into the final which ended up being a pretty one sided affair. In rugby league it’s rare that the underdog succeeds in the really big games (Sheffield Eagles v Wigan in the 1998 Challenge Cup being a notable exception!). It will be interesting to see how Salford fare next season given the loss of some of their stars to other clubs in particular Man of Steel Jackson Hastings.

Hastings brings up the somewhat controversial issue of Australians being selected for the GB team.

Lachlan Coote, Blake Austin and Jackson Hastings have all been selected. Yes, all three qualify and all three are quality players, but what message does it give to home grown talent? Can an Australian born player ever be as committed as a GB born one? Given the recent lacklustre performance by GB team against Tonga, you might be led to believe not, however no one else covered themselves in glory that day. Mind you, many of the Tonga team themselves were not born in Tonga, although judging from the enthusiasm of their fans, you wouldn’t know it!

Sadly after all the hype about the re-emergence of the Great Britain team, the game against a Tongan Invitational side (not even the full national squad) turned out to be a damp squid for GB fans.

Like many I continue to be surprised by some of GB Coach Wayne Bennet’s choices. Ryan

Hall looked rusty having played so few games this season? Chris Hill selected ahead of Man of Steel nominee Liam Watts? Fullback Zach Hardaker moved to centre ahead of Jake Connor who has been playing that position most of the season?

Mind you, here Bennet has little choice as world class GB centres have been sadly lacking since the retirement of Keith Senior.

Bennet is a coach with a long pedigree of success and trophies.

Whilst he is not media friendly, he appears to be highly thought of and respected the players themselves, but is he past his best?

Players retire when the game becomes too much for them, do coaches also have a sell by date?

Perhaps the next games against New Zealand and Papua New Guinea will have the answer.

On a positive note, the Tonga game gave us a chance to see new Hull FC recruit Manu Ma’u (below) in action. Dubbed the Tongan Terminator, Ma’u with his tattoos he is certainly an intimidating presence and I’m looking forward to seeing what kind of an impact he has in Super League.

FC fans will also be looking forward to the return of former favourite Mahe Fonua. Having won successive Challenge Cups and spots in the Dream Team during his previous stint with the club, the pressure is on for Fonua to live up to some big expectations.

Another new signing is Josh Jones, former Salford Red, who made this

year’s Super League Dream Team and has been probably the best back rower in the competition this year which ended rather eventfully for him when within the space of a week he played in a Grand Final, got married and joined the GB squad forcing him to cancel his honeymoon.

But could FC’s best signing be one that is actually off the pitch?

Former Widnes Vikings head coach Kieron Purtill has joined the club’s backroom team as assistant coach with a focus on attack. Purtill enjoyed time with Wigan Warriors, Huddersfield Giants and Leigh Centurions as a player before moving into coaching with St Helens, Huddersfield and Widnes.

Meanwhile across the city, Hull KR have been building a squad of young hungry players aimed at

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developing competition for places in most positions including five from the beleaguered Bradford Bulls (Anesu Mudoti, Rowan Milnes, Joe Keyes, Elliot Minchella, Matty Storton) alongside Jordan Abdull, Ethan Ryan, Matty Gee, Shaun Kenny-Dowall, Harvey Livett, Jez Litten and Dean Hadley. Possibly their best signing to date is that of former Castleford Tiger centre Greg Minikin. Minikin was part of the Tigers team that reached the Super League Grand Final in 2017 and scored 43 tries in 95 appearances for the club. Smith has a track record of taking clubs to the next level so let’s hope that he has put together a squad which will avoid next season’s relegation battle.

Super League may only have finished a few weeks ago, but I for one can’t wait for it to restart!

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

How do you open your Oxo Cubes?

It turns out that most of us have been opening Oxo cubes the wrong way all our lives! A recent post on social media went viral when it revealed that we are meant to crush the cube while it’s still in the foil so it becomes a sachet, then shake that into our cooking rather than crumble it with our fingers.

I must say it would make it less messy. The makers of Oxo, though, say there’s no right or wrong way and they don’t mind if you’re a crumbler, a crusher or a dissolver as long as they continue to bring flavour to our lives (marketing speak for ‘as long as you still buy them!’). And they would say that anyway because otherwise they’d have to admit to doing it wrong themselves all this time! Don’t you remember the late Lynda Bellingham crumbling the cubes in her fingers in the Oxo adverts back in the day? I certainly do!

The Crown – Series 3 coming this month

I am so excited. I came to The Crown quite late and bingewatched the first 2 series and I have been waiting for Series 3 all year. It is finally arriving on our screens on November 17th. That’s my Sunday evening viewing sorted! We’ve got a new cast with Olivia Colman as The Queen and Helena Bonham Carter (who I love) as Princess Margaret. And I understand they are already filming Series 4! Yay!

Rules for Christmas

A friend of mine shared the following Christmas Rules on Facebook and I thought they were definitely worth passing on, particular as we’re in the run up to the festive season and lots of people are stressing about Christmas shopping and everything else they’re planning to do to make everything perfect. Here we go: Don’t go into debt trying to show people how much you love them.

Don’t go home to see family if it damages your mental health.

If someone comments on your weight, eat them!

Fiona x

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