Jamaica Blue Escape Autumn 2013

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Yu mus’ creep afoe yu waak Translation You must creep before you walk.

Meaning Take one step at a time.

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08 Cover Father-of-four and celebrity chef Jamie Oliver expands his healthy-eating mission down under 12 Lifestyle Autumn food festivals across the country 16 Entertainment The show must go on! New stage shows for 2013 18 Travel Chocolate tours combine two of life’s greatest pleasures 20 Interiors Let the sun shine in 22 Travel 24 hours in the multi-layered city of Istanbul 26 Fashion Warm up to autumn’s latest looks

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24 Fitness Improve your mood through exercise 30 Nutrition With Sharon Natoli Nutrition trends for 2013 32 Recipes Tastes of autumn

5 Jamaica Blue Spotlight stores 34 Store locations

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Art Director Natalie Delarey Nutrition Specialist Sharon Natoli

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Fashion Editor Natalie Downs Contributors John Burfitt, Ben Neutze, Sarah Megginson, Frank Grice

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Welcome

Welcome to the autumn issue of Jamaica Blue Escape. This season we say goodbye to summer and prepare for the cooler months ahead. This magazine assists with both of these dilemmas!

This issue we chat to superstar chef, Jamie Oliver about why food and family are so important to him. We also get some great interior decorating tips that will help add light to your home, look at five must-have autumn reads, check out upcoming trends in nutrition, grab tickets to some of the best stage shows about to hit Australian shores and provide tips on how to use fitness to lift your mood in the wake of summer... and don’t forget our yummy recipes.

We hope you enjoy this edition of Jamaica Blue Escape!

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atalie Prestia is the sole franchisee of Jamaica Blue’s Wagga Wagga café, located at the Forsyth Street entrance in the Sturt Mall.

“I live in Wagga and have done so since 1988,” says Natalie, who opened her café in October 2012.

“I’ve worked in hospitality for 10 years as a qualified chef and I owned an independent cafe during that time, before opening a Muffin Break in Wagga (also in the Sturt Mall) in June of 2011.”

Natalie says the “behind the scenes assistance and support” on offer is one of the keys reasons why she chose to expand her franchise business with Foodco, after the launch of Muffin Break went so well.

“A franchise store has proven to me to be an easy choice, because of the support, systems and product they offer,” Natalie explains. “Foodco is a reputable Australian franchisor and having two stores will be exciting and rewarding.”

She adds, “Jamaica Blue will bring me back to my passions with food and provide me with more opportunity to offer the Wagga community a great customer service experience.”

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ocated about 30km north of Auckland, Silverdale is the spot for our relatively new Jamaica Blue café, opened by Kevin Rodrigues in October 2012.

Already the proud owner of a Muffin Break in Westfield WestCity in Henderson, Kevin jumped at the chance to open a second franchise with Foodco when an opportunity came up to open a Jamaica Blue café at Silverdale.

“I really liked the brand,” Kevin says of his decision to branch out with a Jamaica Blue café, adding, “It was my preferred franchise.”

Located on the Hibiscus Highway in Silverdale, this is one of only four Jamaica Blue cafés on New Zealand’s North Island.

So if you’re in the area, drop in and try some fresh food from the kitchen or one of NZ’s finest brews!

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great as it allows me to have the shop I wanted with a dedicated kids area, so the mums can spend time with their friends while the kids play, and we can also provide them with great coffee and food fresh from the kitchen,” Aderyn says.

So far, it seems to be working!

“We’re located right at the end of the town centre, which was a bit quiet before we moved in,” she explains.

“But the café seems to have helped bring more customers down this way and has also helped the other businesses, who have all said it’s nice to have a new cafe in the area.”

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his is the first franchise experience for husband and wife team Novak Willim and Aderyn Simon, who are the proud owners of the new Jamaica Blue café at Point Cook.

Positioned within the Point Cook Town Centre, about 25km south-west of the heart of Melbourne, the couple live in the area and made the decision to also invest locally.

“We lived in the Docklands area before our son was born, but then decided to move out to the Point Cook area because it was a relatively new area with lots of families,” Aderyn says.

Through their own experiences, they discovered a niche in the market as there was a lack of cafés in the area catering towards parents and their kids. So, they began investigating the idea of providing this to the local community.

“Owning a Jamaica Blue café has been

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jamaicablue spotlight store travel There’s plenty to explore along the country’s western fringe. By Sarah Megginson

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Perth

It boasts some of the best year-round temperatures of anywhere in the country, beautiful beaches, a cosmopolitan city centre and more picturesque scenery than you can point an iPhone camera app at. Perth locals know how lucky they’ve got it, but for the folks living on the east coast of Australia, holidaying in Perth is like going on an overseas holiday, without needing to pack your passport, convert currency or spend a fortune on flights and hotels!

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ver 1.8 million people call Perth home, which is classified as one of the most remote cities on earth, in terms of its distance to another populated city: Adelaide is over 2,100km away, across the Nullarbor.

It’s also the home to many Jamaica Blue cafes (see page 34), so no matter where you are, you can always pick up a great coffee and some delicious food!

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If you’re new to Perth, the best way to start your day is with a stroll around Kings Park. Located in the centre of Perth, Kings Park is one of the largest inner-city parklands anywhere in the world, spanning over 1,000 acres, with two-thirds of the park comprised of native bushland.

While taking in the sights of Kings Park, make sure you wander along the treetops of the Federation Walk. Of course, if you’re

up for raising the pulse a little, there are walking tracks, cycle paths and daily guided tours to help get a little exercise.

If shopping is more your thing, make sure you visit Aspects of Kings Park for local, unique and handmade arts and crafts where you can pick up a great pressie for someone. Then head into the city proper for a day of shopping, lunching and peoplewatching.

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Then, get ready to see the best of the west with some fun day-trips, activities and adventures…

Cruise down the Swan River

Picnic at Serpentine National Park

Take a road trip to Rockingham

A great way to see the sights of Perth is to jump on a boat and go for a cruise!

Travel the beautiful Swan River to see the city from a different perspective, or take a trip to Fremantle to visit the port city.

You could even travel to Swan Valley on a wine cruise and visit some of the popular wineries in the area. There are many affordable options available to tourists who want to take in Perth from the water, with many cruises and sails offering lunch and drinks packages, and tours departing several times daily.

Pack a picnic and gather your travel companions for a day-trip to Serpentine National Park, about a 50-minute drive from Perth. You have three different picnic areas to choose from: Serpentine Dam, Serpentine Falls and the Pipehead Dam. Each is spectacular in their own right, and you can easily visit all three spots during your one-day visit. If you’re keen to swim, Serpentine Falls is the ideal place to anchor your day, and don’t forget, there are plenty of BBQs to make use of. It’s the perfect way to get back to nature and enjoy the best of Perth’s natural beauty!

Just 40 minutes south of Perth is the satellite city of Rockingham. One of the country’s fastest-growing regions, Rockingham is perfect for nature and animal lovers, as it’s home to an array of wildlife including dolphins, penguins and sea lions. As a visitor, you have the chance to get up close and personal with them if you desire! Whether you want to swim with the dolphins, watch the penguins trek up the beach or go for a cruise, Rockingham offers something for everyone, from couples seeking a romantic getaway, to families keen to find ways to entertain the kids. It’s also the home to a Jamaica Blue Café in the Rockingham Shopping Centre, so feel free to drop by for a coffee and a snack!

Amuse the kids at Adventure World Hop in the car and drive around 15 minutes from the CBD to get to Perth’s own amusement park, Adventure World, which boasts thrills and spills aplenty! Featuring over 30 rides and attractions, including the multi-million dollar Freefall, The Rampage and Power Surge, it’s Western Australia’s premier theme park. If you’ve got little ones, they’re going to love the Kids Cove and if the Fremantle Doctor hasn’t kicked in yet, then take a ride on one of their water slides to stay cool during the warm summer days.

Explore Rottnest Island

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Rottnest Island, one of the most unique islands in the world, is accessible just off the coast of Perth, and is the perfect place to plan a full-day adventure. Explore the island by bike – cars are not allowed – discover secluded beaches, snorkel among the reefs and meet the local wildlife.

There are guided walks on offer or you can explore the island at your own pace. Either way, it’s sure to be a day-trip you won’t forget in a hurry.

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He’s committed to spreading his message of good health and nutrition, one meal at a time. By Frank Grice

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Jamie’s passion for his children knows no bounds, though. The family comprises wife Jules, Poppy, 11, Daisy Boo, nine, Petal, three, and two-year-old Buddy.

“Sky-diving and kids represent my two biggest fears in life. One of those I can probably protect against harm, while the other is a little trickier, although if I stay out of the sky I’ll be alright. But my kids do mean everything to me. As time goes on they gain an understanding of what you do and who you are, but they are evolving all the time.

It’s a fascinating ride.”

Away from home life, his pursuit of continued culinary excellence has recently seen him release the book Jamie’s 15 Minute Meals, a ‘double the pace’ spin-off to the 30 Minute... forerunner. Yet, while his restaurant chain continues to entertain palates in Australia, moves into New Zealand have become caught up in red tape slightly, with openings in Auckland, Wellington and Queensland temporarily put on ice after it was disclosed that the head of his development is a banned company director.

The Essex-born chef takes it all in his stride.

“It’s one of those things. You can’t expect everything to go to plan, and I’ve got enough to be happy about and to occupy me. And it’s all about the ride – in the time I’ve spent in Australia and New Zealand I’m always impressed as much by the similarities as the differences when it comes to comparing what we eat and how we eat. I think we’ll always be learning a lot from each other, so it’s a natural progression for me,” he says.

“They’re really exciting places, with so many special people. One of the most memorable experiences was when I met the

apprentices at Fifteen Melbourne and got overloaded on how awful some kids’ lives can be. That’s always as much of a spur to do something special as it is to put a plate of food in front of someone.

“I don’t particularly enjoy all the work behind the chain and the red tape, but it’s got to be better than clearing out bins and picking up fag buts, the sort of jobs I used to do when working for my dad in the pub!”

But that’s about the only criticism father Trevor will come in for. An “inspiration” to the chef, Oliver Snr has always been credited as one of the real heavyweight influences behind Jamie’s career.

“I’ve said it before, but everything I’ve done has really been a scaled-up version of

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amie Oliver has never been far away from café culture, of sorts. His big break as a culinary master came via the 1997 BBC documentary River Café – the then 22-year-old was sparring as a sous chef amidst the chaos of one of the River Thames’ most seductive locations. While that Hammersmith base remains, Jamie quickly flew the nest on the back of his phenomenally successful Naked Chef series, going on to influence a multi-generation swoop of food lovers and, quietly, amassing a £150million fortune in the process.

But he takes it all in his stride. The patter, the demeanour, the bravado is the same as it ever was. Okay, he may say “pukka” a little less in 2013, but then, thankfully, so does everyone else!

“The River Café was a big thing for me.

The place itself gave me a fantastic practical foundation in food, but obviously the TV project gave me the greatest launch pad anyone could hope for,” Jamie says.

“It has been an exciting journey, through subsequent series’, books, restaurants; and national campaigns that have ranged from healthy eating to helping the disadvantaged.”

So we’re speaking to someone who is ultimately content...?

“Oh no, never,” he retorts. “There will always be another project, always another challenge. That’s what keeps me going – that’s what keeps most of us going. If I want to relax I’ll spend a bit of time with the kids, walk around the garden, or drink some red wine. But I couldn’t do that all the

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jamaicablue interview jamie oliver JAMIE OLIVER, AT A GLANCE...

Name: James Trevor Oliver Born: Clavering, Essex, England Lives: Essex and London Partner: Juliette Norton (married since 2000)

Offspring: Poppy Honey Rosie Oliver (born 18 March 2002), Daisy Boo Pamela Oliver (born on 10 April 2003), Petal Blossom Rainbow Oliver (born on 3 April 2009) and Buddy Bear Maurice Oliver (born on 15 September 2010)

Age cooked his first meal: As a child in his parents’ pub, The Cricketers in Essex.

First job: Pastry chef at Antonio Carluccio’s Neal’s Yard restaurant in London.

Fav pizza: Tomato, mozzarella, rosemary.

Fav food cities: Rome, London, Marrakesh.

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what he does, or of something he has taught me. I had those influences around me from an extremely young age, and I’ve just been building on those all of the time.

“I think there’s often the temptation to look at food as an instruction to be ambitious and extravagant, but you don’t have to wow everyone. Sometimes you have to take the relevance from things around you and develop them gradually. That way you learn as you go, and it actually begins to mean something.”

So while Jamie’s foundation has been in the pressured atmosphere of some of the world’s most creative kitchens, surely he allows himself some downtime amongst the relatively serenity of café culture?

“Oh, absolutely,” he comes back immediately. “My tea and coffee crockery range was designed to embrace the flavours, smells and moods of what tea and coffee drinking is all about. And yes, it is an environment thing as well – it’s about relaxing

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in your surroundings and taking it all in.

“The drive towards coffee, in particular over the past two decades, has been absolutely incredible. More than any other industry it has been reinvented and repackaged, and now, as a global consumer entity, we love our coffee shops, to the extent that we dare ourselves to replicate what they offer at home, which is fantastic.

You’d have a battle to swap me a glass of red wine for a cup of coffee – I’ll still admit that – but we all have to be impressed with the way this whole brand has been created.

“What coffee possesses is knowledge and craft and quality – if you want that. It has all the versatility of certain foods, as you can select the best or the run-of-the-mill variety.

It’s whatever you want it to be, and that’s why it’s so popular.”

So could there be a Jamie Oliver coffee range on the horizon?

“Let’s stick to coffee cake for the time being...”

“There will always be another project, always another challenge.

That’s what keeps me going – that’s what keeps most of us going.

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jamaicablue food festivals The best food festivals this autumn are far from the maddening crowds of the major cities, with regional and rural centres taking centre stage to show off the tastes of the season. By John Burfitt

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There was a time when it was thought that to find the best fine dining and culinary experiences, one could never venture beyond the urban boundaries of a major city.

How times have changed.

Regional and rural centres have been active in recent years, staking their place on the world culinary map with their own food and wine festivals, showing off the best of their particular regions.

From the best oysters at the chilly southern tip of A DELICIOUS DECADE New Zealand to the finest Ten years ago at the first Noosa crabs off the sands at International Food & Wine Festival, 1,200 people attended. This year, on its 10th Noosa, this autumn has a anniversary, almost 30,000 are expected to to the Queensland coastal city from festival to celebrate just flock May 16 to 19. about everything when it “This year is such a big deal for us,” Jim Berardo, the festival’s director says. “We comes to discovering the have 260 chefs attending, and that includes true meaning of the word the 10 international chefs we have on the line up – 10 chefs for the 10 years. They are ‘delicious’! flying in from Europe, Asia and the USA.”

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Of the local culinary stars also on the menu are Aussie chefs Ryan Squires from Esquire, Moda’s Javier Codina and TV favourite Alastair McLeod from Brett’s Wharf.

The Noosa region has won particular attention for such specialties as Noosa Red Tomatoes, Spanner Crabs Noosa and Cedar Creek Zaloumi.

Among the events will be cooking demonstrations, degustation dinners, picnics, wine tastings and forums with food

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Jim says he is most excited about the new events including the Edible Music Gala, where food will be supplied to the audience and a chef will demonstrate each dish in synchronisation with music from an orchestra.

“Great food starts with great produce, and the real heroes of this festival are the people who are the producers of the food, which is the strength behind our great chefs,” Jim says.

“This festival is really a tribute to the amazing produce we have in this region.

The producers are the unsung heroes and this festival is about celebrating them. In this region, it is a matter of minutes from the place of produce to the dining plate in terms of distance.”

There has been some pretty significant changes in the NSW central west city of Orange in recent decades. What was once considered a sedate regional centre is now claiming its place among Australia’s food capitals.

It has been events like FOOD Week, which have created a stir and put the culinary spotlight on the city, four hours west of Sydney. FOOD Week kicks off on April 12, and 2013 marks its 22nd year.

“We have gained attention primarily due to the quality of the food and produce in this region,” Edwena Mitchell, president of FOOD Week, says. “The wines of this region have particularly been gaining national and international recognition as well.

“You look at what is a relatively small place like Orange and then discover the

wealth of great eating places we have per capita is very strong as there is so much selection.”

Orange is famous for its range of stone fruits, strawberries and apples, and as a growing region for such meats as beef and venison.

Among the highlights of FOOD Week are the Night Market, the 100 Mile Dinner showing off the best tastes from the five main towns around Orange, and the walking tour Forage, a journey through some of the best wineries of the city.

Visitors to FOOD Week now come from as far as Western Australia and Queensland, with an estimated 50 per cent of visitors from out of the local region. www.orangefoodweek.com.au

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jamaicablue food festivals In 2013, Noosa’s food festival will attract more than 30,000 visitors

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It is probably the best-known food and wine region in Victoria, as the Yarra Valley shows off its charms in this signature event to showcase the best of the region’s local produce and producers. The festival carries the motto ‘reap and relish’, and that is what’s on offer for four days in such events as beer brewing, cooking lessons, a barbeque masterclass with noted chef Bob Hart and a degustation dinner. The festival ends with a traditional garden party at the Healesville Racecourse. www.yarravalleyfestival.com.au

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This ‘feastival’ is held on Kangaroo Island off the South Australian coast and is a celebration of fine seafood and the island’s gourmet produce. Nine dining events are held at a number of idyllic settings including degustation dining events, campfire cooking and seafood barbeques by the sea.

There are also masterclass demonstrations and exclusive dinners with celebrity chefs.

Each event provides a unique opportunity to enjoy Kangaroo Island’s island lifestyle, meet the producers, and taste the organically grown produce, fresh seafood, meats, cheeses and wines. www.tourkangarooisland.com.au

Now into its fourth year, this festival shows off the best produce of the Apple Isle in a celebration with an array of events celebrating Tasmania’s best and the chefs who bring all the elements to the table. The program includes intimate dinners in some of Hobart’s finest restaurants to industry master classes and special events along the Derwent River. A special event, the Red Wine Weekend, will also be included in the festival, which has helped put Hobart on the nation’s map as a location that delivers sublime eating experiences. www.savourtasmania.com.au

AVON VALLEY

Every year when the oysters are at their best, Bluff at the southern tip of New Zealand’s South Island holds a festival to celebrate the seasonal harvest.

Bluff oysters are said to be the most flavoursome in the world because they are slowly grown in the cold, clean waters of Foveaux Strait. While the oysters take centre stage at the event, other local specialties include Mutton birds, wild foods and a variety of fresh seafood. Even the entertainment is oyster-related with such events including the ‘piping in the oyster’ at the start of festivities, to oyster sack creativity awards. www.bluffoysterfest.co.nz

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The Avon Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Festival has grown in recent years and this year it moves to the town of Northam and will be held on the WA Day Long Weekend.

The two-day celebration showcases a range of food and wine from not just the lush Avon Valley, but all over the state.

Among the most popular tastings from the region are of chillies, yabbies and cheeses.

Australian Iron Chef winner Herb Faust will also return by to create the unique Degustation Long Table Dinner. www.avoneventsandmarketing.com

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A relatively new event on the Queensland food calendar, this showcases the best of the Fraser Coast. It includes not only the best of the area’s produce, but also the warmth of its sunny autumn days.

The town of Maryborough provides the focus for the festival, which features the excellent seafood of the region along with the range of local wines. Cooking demonstrations will be conducted by some of the Fraser Coast’s best chefs. www.portsidefoodandwine.com.au

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jamaicablue entertainment The Australian musical stage is busier than ever, with three premieres and the return of two classics set for the coming months. By Ben Neutze

All theWorld’s a In an age where we spend half our lives staring at computer and TV screens, Australians have developed more of a love than ever for live entertainment.

“It’s all about the excitement of actually being in a theatre with lots of other people and experiencing a unique, entertaining event together,” says London-based producer Howard Panter, who is enjoying success down under with Legally Blonde.

Howard was recently named the most influential person in British theatre, but now has his sights firmly set on the Australian market, opening an office in Sydney.

2013 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years ever in Australian theatre, with a stack of premieres and the return of several favourites.

The Addams Family

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Stars: John Waters, Chloe Dallimore Plays: Sydney’s Capitol Theatre from March

Plays: Sydney’s Capitol Theatre from December

The family first came to the attention in Charles Addams’ 1930’s comic strip, before making their way to TV in the 1960s and then onto the big screen in the 1990s.

Now, the eccentric Addams’ have arrived on the musical stage, and the tale is that Gomez’s worst nightmare has come true when his daughter Wednesday has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart, ‘normal’ boy. Hilarity ensues and sparks fly when her boyfriend’s parents come to visit the Addams manor. With a cast featuring John Waters as Gomez and stage star Chloe Dallimore as Morticia, this show is set to be equal parts kooky, hilarious and spectacular.

One of the most successful musicals to hit our stages over the past decade will return to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its Australian premiere. When the show first opened in 2003, it ran for 21 months to almost full houses. Based on the 1994 Disney film, the original Broadway production was praised for its groundbreaking use of puppetry and won the prestigious Tony Award as Best Musical.

The show also features a score by Elton John including “Circle of Life”, “Hakuna Matata”, “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and the Academy Award-winning “Can You Feel The Love Tonight”. The producers are yet to cast the local version, but predict it will run for almost a year before touring.

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Stars: Esther Hannaford, Chris Ryan Plays: Regent Theatre, Melbourne from May We’ve seen some big stars on the Australian stage in recent years, but they don’t get any bigger than the one-tonne, six metre tall King Kong. Kong is so big, Melbourne’s historic Regent Theatre has undergone months of renovations to house what is probably the world’s most advanced puppet. The music promises to be just as spectacular, featuring songs by Sarah McLachlan and Massive Attack. With a cast of 49 including the Helpmann Award-winning new star Esther Hannaford, King Kong could be the theatrical event of the year. But be warned – if you’re not in Melbourne, you’ll have to make the trip, as the stubborn star Kong is too big to tour!

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s a Stage JOHN WATERS THE ADAMS FAMILY ROLE: Gomez What is it about The Addams Family that audiences will love?

Hot Shoe Shuffle Stars: David Atkins, Bobby Fox, Jaz Flowers Plays: QPAC, Brisbane from May, then tours The toe tapping, homegrown hit that originally starred Rhonda Burchmore and David Atkins returns with a special anniversary tour. The first production was so successful it played in Australia for months, then in London and the UK, where it picked up several awards. This time, Hairspray star Jaz Flowers and Jersey Boy Bobby Fox are stepping into the tap shoes as April and Spring. The man who actually created the musical, David Atkins returns to the stage for the first time in 15 years as Dexter. Featuring big band hits such as “Puttin’ on the Ritz” and “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)” and show stopping tap routines, this is song and dance entertainment at its best.

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Stars: Elaine C. Smith Plays: Her Majesty’s Theatre, Melbourne from May, then Theatre Royal, Sydney Few can forget the moment Susan Boyle stepped onto the stage of Britain’s Got Talent and became an overnight celebrity with her voice. Her audition video has had over 100 million views on YouTube and she’s sold millions of albums, but this musical tells the intriguing story of the woman behind the fame and instant success. British actress Elaine C. Smith is coming down under to play the leading role after wowing the critics in a successful UK tour. The musical features songs such as “Wild Horses”, “Daydream Believer” and the title song “I Dreamed a Dream”. Susan herself has appeared onstage during some performances in the UK, and there are hopes she may do the same in Australia.

It’s a massive challenge because I’m simply on stage for so much of it. Apart from about a minute during the skipping number, any time I am off stage, I am literally running to one of my 15 quick costume changes and running back on stage!

How is Legally Blonde different to other shows you’ve worked on?

Legally Blonde is the most feel-good show I’ve ever worked on. When I saw it on Broadway and in London, I walked out just feeling so good. It’s joyous and fun!

What was it about Gomez that drew you to the role?

I always wanted to be Gomez back when the TV series was new. He was cool, he got the girl and he didn’t seem to be really perturbed by the mayhem around him. It was his natural habitat. Gomez was bulletproof.

You got your start in musicals, how does it feel to be returning?

It’s always a real gift to be in these big, incredibly talented companies. This one will give us all a lot of pleasure. When audiences come and inhabit this world with you, magic stuff happens.

ALSO PLAYING Jersey Boys Melbourne, then Perth from April Legally Blonde Brisbane from March, then Melbourne from May Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Adelaide from April Strictly Ballroom Sydney from September South Pacific Sydney from September

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Lucy Durack in Legally Blonde Why have audiences fallen in love with Elle Woods?

I think because Elle is very non-judgmental and unprejudiced, she stands up for what she believes in, loves to have fun, is smart and has a good heart. Elle is an unlikely underdog. She is a trooper and while her lifestyle is maybe not so relatable, as a person, we can all relate.

How much of a challenge is this role?

I Dreamed a Dream – The Susan Boyle Story

I think they make us all feel a little less crazy compared to them. But they also challenge us to put excitement rather than predictability into our lives.

‘Mundane’ is not what the Addams’ do!

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Combining travelling and chocolate into one is becoming big business for some savvy operators. By Ben Neutze

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Australians are officially chocolate obsessed, eating up to six kilograms of it per person each and every year. It’s little surprise that chocolate tourism is expanding in all directions.

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“All you need is love.

But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.”

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hose words of wisdom of Charles M. Schulz, the brilliant cartoonist who created the iconic Peanuts comic strip, are also the philosophy that millions of people around the globe live by.

Shelagh Coleman is one such person.

Shelagh, who runs the walking tour Chocolate Espresso in Sydney, believes there are three basic food groups – dark chocolate, milk chocolate and white chocolate.

“You just don’t often meet people who don’t like chocolate,” Coleman says. “It’s an inexpensive luxury people can treat themselves to.”

For the past eight years, Chocolate Espresso has been tapping into the trend of chocolate tourism. All around the world, chocolate tours, museums and factory visits are on offer, appealing to tourist tastes to not only savour the flavours, but to also have the complete experience.

“It’s a lovely experience when you walk into a good chocolate shop,” Coleman says.

“It looks beautiful, it smells beautiful. I always think it’s like walking into a jewellery shop when you see the lovely things laid out beautifully underneath the glass counter.”

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estimated 10,000 chocolate lovers on the extensive walking tour of Sydney’s most luxurious chocolate shops, explaining the chocolate history of such landmarks as the Strand Arcade and Queen Victoria Building. It also includes a stop in at the Lindt Chocolate Café in Martin Place, the first Lindt Café in the world.

The tour is not, Shelagh insists, a history lesson. “The main purpose really is just to enjoy chocolate by tasting it,” she says.

In the interests of strict professionalism, however, Shelagh says she now only eats chocolate in the privacy of her home.

“Sometimes I can’t resist it if the tastings are particularly tempting,” she admits with a laugh. “But I do have to make sure I’ve tried all the chocolates at the places we visit. For professional purposes!”

Sydney – Chocolate Espresso

Melbourne – Chocoholic Tours

Hobart – Cadbury Visitor Centre

Explore Melbourne’s streets, laneways and arcades while tasting beautiful chocolates along the way. Chocoholic Tours offer a variety of one- and two-hour walking tours covering the city’s history, chocolate factories and outlets. Among the highlights are the tastes of Haigh’s Chocolates, The Chocolate Box, Lindt Chocolate Café, Brunetti and Koko Black. www.chocoholictours.com.au

Cadbury offers information sessions on how chocolate is made, along with special discounts and tastings to customers at its visitor centre. While the famous tour is now closed, it’s still worth a visit for serious chocoholics. www.cadbury.com.au

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Chocolate Espresso operates walking tours around the Sydney CBD and Darlinghurst, giving visitors the opportunity to taste chocolates from the finest shops in the city over the course of three hours. www.chocolateespresso.com.au

Adelaide – Haigh’s Chocolates Factory Tour Go behind the scenes at one of Australia’s most prestigious chocolatiers with a guided factory tour. Learn how chocolate is made from the selection of the raw cocoa beans through to the final finishing touches, finely crafted and applied by the Haigh’s team. www.haighschocolates.com/tours

Christchurch - Bean to Bon-bon Chocolate Tour Spend two hours with New Zealand’s most esteemed chocolatier who presents a guide through the history of Christchurch’s best high quality chocolate – tasting and rating as you go. The tour finishes with the indulgence of a pure chocolate fondue. www.christchurchsightseeing.co.nz

THE ONLINE

Chocoholic Wayfaring Chocolate is Canberraborn Hannah Terry-Whyte’s baby. The successful blog follows Hannah’s choc-experiences across the world and receives about 25,000 hits a month.

Why did you start your blog?

I wanted to chronicle my travel and chocolate adventures. I initially thought only my friends and family back in Australia would be interested, but as the months and posts flew by, I discovered that there are a lot of people in this world who share my indefatigable love for cacao-based escapism.

Why are you so passionate about chocolate?

Where has your blog taken you?

Many of my closest friends have been made through blogging, and the recent months of my travelling around North America and then settling in Canada have been utterly guided by the goal of visiting different blog-friends. www.wayfaringchocolate.com

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I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t on the hunt for chocolate. I was the kid who sprinted to the school canteen so I could buy a chocolate muffin before they ran out, and who begged my parents for Magnum ice creams all through summer. I also knew brownie recipes by heart by the time I was 12.

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jamaicablue interiors Letting natural light flood into the home is more essential than ever in these days of rising energy bills. By John Burfitt

LIGHTEN UP

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If there was one tough lesson we learnt last year, it was that energy bills have gone up – and there is little chance they will be coming back down any time soon. While being environmentally conscious has been the theme for the past decade in an effort to take better care of the planet, now with higher energy costs, making the most of natural resources is a financial essential.

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n the home, the one area being given attention is lighting and how to make the most of what nature is serving up outside for free, and use it indoors wisely.

Aside from installing solar panels on the roof or skylights into the ceiling, there are many measures that can be taken to make the most of natural light.

“I deal with many clients and lighting has emerged as a top priority when they are building and decorating,” Melbourne designer Joanna Ford says.

“People now want to maximise the natural light that is free so they don’t have to turn on lights until night

has completely set in. There is a strong trend towards this.

Energy costs have shifted the way people think about their homes, and as a result, some basic common sense in areas like lighting is going a long way.”

Giving the home a lighting makeover for autumn and the colder months ahead does not have to break the budget. In fact, it can be the simple matter of giving a room a new coat of paint, better use of blinds and choosing some smart furnishing and decorating features.

“I am a big believer in neutrals, so white walls are a good way of increasing natural

light that comes through the windows, as white walls bounce light around the room, while darker tones absorb it,” Joanna explains.

“And for people who say white is boring, there are so many tones of white now available.

Once you have the right white on the wall, play with the tones and the textures with your furnishings to add personality.”

It is the same application with flooring. Rather than opt for heavy-toned timbers or dark carpets, Joanna says consider brighter options.

“There are some smart new timbers that are light, and the distressed timbers in pale

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“I am a big believer in neutrals, so white walls are a good way of increasing natural light that comes through the windows. white walls bounce light around the room, while darker tones absorb it.”

natural selection The renovation of a Brisbane house for a client focused on energy efficiency and sustainability features brought a variety of lessons for builders Angela and Gio Silanesu of Inspired Constructions.

 When considering thermal benefits, it is essential to consider the position of the home in relation to the sun. The most effective option is for the living spaces to face to the north, which allows natural sunlight all times of the year.  Allow for adequate cross flow ventilation.

Glass conducts the heat into the home and will warm the home in winter but also in summer. In summer, the prevailing breezes can pass through and cool the home.  Use extensive north-facing glass, which not only provides the benefits of light, heat and cooling on the home, but it also provides a wonderful atmosphere.

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tones and shades of grays can look great when teamed with white walls,” she adds. “And by going a few shades lighter with your carpet, it can make such an overall difference to how a room appears.

“It is the same with fabrics for your sofa, which is a major investment piece. A lighter fabric will lift the room while leather can be dark and cold.

If you want to then add colour, play with your choices of artwork, throws, lampshades and rugs.”

When it comes to window dressings, heavy coverings might need to give way to clearer fabrics, or a combination of both. “Heavy drapes look great, but not if you want to let the light in,” Joanna says. “Maybe add a sheer curtain on another track for daytime, and only pull the drapes across at night.

“There is a reason why plantation shutters and timber venetians have become so popular in recent years. Aside from looking great, they also let the light in and you can direct how the light flows into the room, and yet still have some privacy.”

One of the main tricks of the trade is the smart use of mirrors. “A mirror well placed next to a window can be one of the best things you do for a room,” she says. “It will bounce the outside light in, but it can also bring in the view so it becomes a real feature.”

While there are many rules to consider, Joanna says the most important one is not be afraid of trial and error.

“Not everything works every time, so grab the paint brush, have another go and be prepared to play,” she says.

“You can’t underestimate the importance of light. It is a good way of lifting spirits and people always seem to be happier when there is more natural light in their homes.”

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jamaicablue travel istanbul

By John Burfitt

24Hours in

Istanbul

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Lonely Planet writer Virginia Maxwell shares her love of Istanbul, a city she has visited annually for the past 13 years.

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our tour guide

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Name: Virginia Maxwell Occupation: Travel Writer Originally from: Melbourne First visited Istanbul: 1999 “I feel more at home in Istanbul than any place other than my home, Melbourne.

Istanbul has changed an enormous amount and is now a very European city. It has gotten faster and become a cosmopolitan city. The thing I love the most is the layers of history as you walk down the streets – there are Roman ruins, buildings from Ottoman times and the Byzantine influence. The Turks are the most wonderfully good-humoured people and so welcoming to visitors.”

Location: Turkey’s largest city is where Europe meets Asia at the Bosphorus strait.

Population: 13 million Getting There: Singapore Airlines flies from Australia into Istanbul, via Singapore. Emirates flies via Dubai.

The Turks are the most wonderfully goodhumoured people and so welcoming to visitors

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Grand Bazaar

where to stay There are three main areas of the city to consider staying in. “Sultanahmet is the oldest part,” Virginia says. “There are a huge number of hotels here in all budget ranges.

If you want to get a taste of the real city, cross the Galata Bridge to Beyoğlu to where all the great boutique hotels and stylish apartments are. This is the area of town I like to stay. There are also the luxury hotels along the Bosphorus which are very stylish.”

breakfast Breakfast is an important meal for the Turks, and on that basis, the choice of hotel does count. “So many people are often up early for prayer time – two hours before dawn,” Virginia says. “Be sure to choose a hotel that has a roof terrace. It is a magic experience to see the panorama of the city wake up while eating breakfast.”

step back in time

a bazaar adventure Make your way to the Grand Bazaar, which dates back to the time of Mehmed the Conqueror, and is a labyrinth of a marketplace. “This is bustling and full of shop holders who try to lure people into

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their stores with hot tea,” Virginia says. “You can buy anything there – from jewellery to antiques to homewares. Take your time to take it all in – it’s worth it.”

something tasty In the streets around the bazaar are many small restaurants called lokantas, which means ‘tradesman restaurants’ where the food is made every morning. “This is fast and fresh and you just go in and point at a dish and have what you want,” Virginia says. “It is cheap and is where everyone in the bazaar goes to eat, so you get a taste of what locals love to eat. It is home-style cooking and full of flavour.”

afternoon delight Virginia says in the afternoon, make a choice whether to head indoors or outdoors.

“Topkapi Palace is a series of pavilions and is fascinating to walk through and wonder what life must have been like there centuries ago,” she says. For time in the great outdoors, Virginia suggests to head down to the Bosphorus. “There are cruises that go the length of the river and this is one of the world’s great waterways.”

on the menu “In the Beyoğlu, go for a pre-dinner drink at one of the rooftop bars,” Virginia says.

“Mikla on top of Mamarar Pera Hotel is one of my favourites.” For dinner, try a meyhane, which is a Turkish tavern or go for an ocakbasi barbeque restaurant where the kebab is cooked on a giant grill. “Then wash it down with a Turkish wine or Raki, a favourite of the locals,” she adds.

DAY TRIP TO GALLIPOLI Anzac Cove at Gallipoli is a long day trip from Istanbul, taking about six hours each way. The scene of the infamous 1915 military campaign of World War I, this site is considered sacred by Australians, New Zealanders and the Turkish. “A visit there is a moving experience in a number of ways,” Virginia says. “It is part of our national narrative, but you also realise it is important to the Turks as well. I understand people want to go to the Dawn Service on Anzac Day, but there are so many people at that time. I’d recommended going at a quiet time so you can really get a sense of the place.

“It is a long, long way and is almost too much for one day. If you can stay overnight at one of the local towns, do that as it makes the experience a lot easier.”

Virginia Maxwell is the author of Lonely Planet’s new Istanbul City Guide (7th edition), published February 2013, RRP: $34.99.

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Head to the Sultanahmet Square to take in such sites as the magnificent Ayasofya.

“I am convinced this is the most beautiful church in the world,” Virginia says. Also on the square is the Blue Mosque, and the Roman era Hippodrome, where chariot races used to be held. “There is so much to see just by walking the cobbled streets of the ancient city,” she adds.

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jamaicablue fitness: better moods

Are your daily habits preventing you from achieving a balanced mood and a clutter-free mind? By John Burfitt

Mood in the

Improving your mood could be as simple as taking a walk in the park and getting a good night’s sleep.

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t can be a hard cycle to break. When we’re feeling down, usually the first thing we want to do is slump on the sofa, break out the chocolate or hide under the bedcovers.

It is rarely the time that we even consider getting up and exercising, but an increasing number of health experts insist the link between exercise and mental health wellbeing is undeniable.

“Regular exercise has been shown to have very positive effects upon mental wellbeing,” the website for the Australian mental health organisation The Black Dog Institute proclaims.

It continues, “Exercise not only releases endorphins (the ‘feel good’ chemicals that also alleviate pain) into our bloodstream, but also increases serotonin, which has a number of benefits including lifting our mood and helping to counteract insomnia.”

The good news is that for exercise to make a difference to our moods, it doesn’t need to be strenuous. So before assuming that, in order to lift your mood, you are going to need to adopt the training regime of an Olympic athlete, understand that a halfhour walk may be all that you need to help transform a ‘dark cloud day’ into one that lets the light in.

The secret, trainer Kathryn Weihen of Australian Fitness Network insists, is to do something, and to do it often.

“We all have those times when we are not feeling balanced, but there is plenty we can do about our mood – and it has nothing to do with binging out on junk food,” she says with a laugh.

“Any exercise will have an improvement on your mood and the feelings that come after exercising are uniformly positive. When you are exercising, regardless of what you are doing, you have elements of an increase in heart rate and increase in oxygen intake and that will enhance your mood. The effects are almost

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immediate.

“The other thing that exercise provides is a distraction for your thoughts and will re-focus your brain on other things. If you are also taking the exercise outside, you are moving into fresh air and natural light, and both of those will do plenty to help give you back a sense of balance.”

It could be as simple as taking the dog out for a 30-minute walk, or heading to the local pool to swim 10 laps or even riding a bike to the park – it all counts in getting the endorphins and serotonin moving through the body.

Kathryn says an important factor is to listen to your body for what you feel like doing at that time. If it is something active, then go for a run or jump on a bike. For something more gentle, go for a walk in the park or do a yoga class.

“Let your body give you direction for what you need,” she says.

“But if you find yourself getting into that game of saying you are too tired to exercise or too uptight and you’re finding all the reasons why not to do anything, then make a deal and commit to do just 10 minutes. If you really can’t keep going after that, then stop. But if you are having a good time and already feeling better, push on and keep going. It will work out in the end.”

Part of the overall strategy is to teach your brain that when it is feeling down or in need of a lift, the good feelings that come about as a result of exercising is a positive form of release.

“It is about making that connection between exercise and a better mood, and if you can do that consistently and act upon it with exercise, it will help in every area,” Kathryn adds.

“But it is a matter of making a start and then taking it slowly.

Don‘t ever think you change your life in one day. Taking care of our fitness – both mental and physical – needs to become a part of the way you live.”

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rbalist Derrian Turner offers he top tips for men r tal health wel lbeing.

Get enough rest and sle ep. If you ar e tired , you will alw ays have un easy moods.

Drink more fluids. Have a glass of w ater after your m orning coffee . It is about staying hydr ated .

Have a bala nced , regula r intake of it prevents food , as low blood su gar, which prevents irritability.

Good fats lik e fish oils ar e essentials.

Try to eat fis h a couple of times a week for a regular in take of good oils.

Ginkgo Bilb a is a Chines e herb that the circulat boosts ion to the br ain . Always follow the directio ns!

Dr Bach Flow er remedies are profound effective for ly maintaining mood . Visit health food your store to find out what su its.

Derrian Turner is available at derrianturner@ y7mail.com

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Avoid quick sugar lifts. Aft er the spike comes the dr op and that is when it discourages you.

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By Natalie Downs

Autumn Skechers GOwalk Oasis $89.95

Georgini ring $89

warmers Blossom Copenhagen Charm Bracelet Tan/Silver $265

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Georgini necklace $99

Missguided Mattea Knitted Mini Skirt $19.80

Skechers Tributes Prestige $99.95

Missguided Revati Leopard Coat $120.76

Blossom Copenhagen Charm Bracelet Red/Gold $400

Skechers Plus 3 Raise the Bar $119.95

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jamaicablue autumn reads Put your feet up with these great autumn reads. By Sarah Megginson

The Secret Keeper

More Money for Shoes

Sisters of Mercy

By Kate Morton Publisher: Allen and Unwin

By Melissa Browne Publisher: Messenger

By Caroline Overington Publisher: Random House

She’s a Gold Coast local who has sold more than seven million books here and abroad, and with the release of her newest effort The Secret Keeper, Kate Morton looks set to crack the double digits.

Shifting between the 1930s, the 1960s and the present, The Secret Keeper – which debuted at No 8 on the New York Times bestseller list – weaves a mysterious and spellbinding story. In 1961, 16-year-old Laurel witnesses a shocking crime that changes everything.

When she returns home as an adult – as a successful actress, no less – she’s still haunted by memories and the mystery of what she saw that day... and slowly, Laurel begins to piece together a secret history.

Accountants are not known for having the most fashionforward reputation, but then again, accountant and coaching expert Melissa Browne is no ordinary accountant. A master at removing the bland from business, Browne’s innovative, illustrated book More Money for Shoes shows us that building a successful and profitable business can be just like shaping a fabulous wardrobe. The book couples business essentials with relatable fashion analogies, navigating the oftenintimidating world of business ownership. From composing goals and plans, to dealing with the intimidating critical numbers, Browne shows you how to build and create a business that will work for you.

A bestselling author and journalist with more than 20 years experience covering the crime beat, Caroline Overington delivers a thriller “with a familiar theme,” she says, ”of our children, and how well we take care of them, running through it.” The story follows prisoner Snow Delaney, who captures the attention of Jack Fawcett – a journalist who fears that, despite protesting her innocence, Snow may well be involved in an even greater crime. As he investigates further, a curious tale emerges of two women whose lives collide in the most dramatic way. Adds Overington, “I think it will appeal to readers young and old, who like a bit of a mystery, with a twist in the tail.”

be careful what you wish for

By Gemma Crisp Publisher: Allen and Unwin Written by former CLEO editor Gemma Crisp, Be Careful What You Wish For offers a sneak peak into the glamorous, glossy and gossipy world of monthly magazines. French bubbles, celebrity interviews, exotic photo-shoots and crushing deadlines – it’s all par for the course for Nina Morey, who can’t believe her luck when she gets her break in the highlycompetitive magazine industry.

Rapid promotions follow, and she begins dating the hottest bachelor in town, while her best friend relocates from the other side of the world to help her paint the town neon pink.

Nina’s life has quickly turned from dull to dream come true…

But you never know what is waiting just around the corner.

Is Nina’s picture-perfect life about to come crashing down around her?

Australia’s Favourite Recipes

Featuring more than 70 treasured recipes collected from families all around the country, Australia’s Favourite Recipes is the cookbook by Australians, for Australians. The book was collated and edited by journalist and TV host Leila McKinnon, and includes a foreword by – and pavlova recipe from – one of Australia’s leading and best-loved cookery experts, Margaret Fulton. Beautifully designed and incorporating the stories and memories of everyday Australians and their favourite dishes, Australia’s Favourite Recipes showcases delicious dinner, cake and slice recipes that will appeal to all ages. Better still, part proceeds from sales of the book will be donated to Legacy Australia.

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jamaicablue nutrition Your guide to a healthy new year. By Sharon Natoli

Trends in Food & Nutrition in 2013

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ust like fashion, food trends come and go. Remember prawn cocktails, cheese fondue and black forest cake from the seventies, or Tab Cola, barbequed shrimps and nouvelle cuisine from the eighties? Food trends, innovative and new approaches to cooking, menu changes and novel food ingredients can all contribute towards what we eat on a daily basis and in turn influence our nutritional intake.

Each year, food experts predict the trends for the coming year. So what’s in store for 2013 and how might these trends affect your health and wellbeing? Here, I have selected the top five food trends most likely to influence our eating habits in 2013, and outlined what you can do to make the most of these when it comes to looking after your health.

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This trend probably commenced in the 1980s when leg warmers and aerobics classes kicked off our interest in health and wellbeing. In the early days, healthier options were mainly those that were marketed as low fat. This trend evolved over the years into lower sugar, lower salt and lower kilojoule foods being offered.

More recently the concept of a healthy meal has expanded to also include how ‘natural’ foods are and where they have been sourced, with locally produced foods deemed healthier than those sourced from overseas. When it comes to eating out in 2013, we’ll see a growing variety of offerings when it comes to healthy meals at restaurants and takeaway outlets. We’ll see more symbols on menus indicating healthier choices, more foods made from local ingredients and more meals with an increased content of vegetables. Look out for meals where the provider can give you more detail on where their ingredients came from and how the dish was prepared.

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2. More fresh foods being prepared in supermarkets This trend is already starting to emerge with sushi bars in some major supermarket outlets, and more freshlyprepared packaged foods such as salads, marinated meats and dips being readily available in the chilled section. This is a positive trend in terms of meeting daily nutritional needs, as fresh foods tend to be higher in nutrients. Having fresh foods pre-prepared or partly pre-prepared can also make it easier to eat well when you are time poor. However, it’s still important to read nutrition information panels and ingredient lists to check the nutritional value of fresh foods, as some can also be smothered in sugary and salty sauces and dressings. When shopping for fresh foods, make sure you take a cooler bag with you to ensure the food stays fresh during transportation back home.

3. Marketing of smaller portions It’s been challenging for the food industry to reverse its thinking and rather than ‘supersizing’ products, ‘downsizing’ them to assist people to eat more appropriate portions. However, 2013 should see a greater variety of smaller-sized foods and beverages becoming more readily available. This is a positive trend when it comes to health and wellbeing as it can mean that when that mid-afternoon sugar craving hits, you can enjoy a mini cupcake rather than having to buy a massive slice of cake when you are out, thereby ending up eating more than you wanted. With smaller portions of treat foods being available you’ll be able to have your cake and eat it too!

the food you’re eating, as you will be able to scan products for more details about their ingredients, allergen information and nutritional value. There are already plenty of apps for counting kilojoules, identifying gluten free foods and rating the salt, sugar and fat content of foods Whatever area of food and nutrition you are interested in, you’re likely to find an app to suit your needs!

5. Growing focus on vegetables One of the key recommendations we often make to improve people’s health is to eat more vegetables. Now, restaurants and takeaway outlets will be helping people achieve this by featuring vegetables more prominently in dishes on their menus. Rather than being relegated to a basic garnish, vegetables will be incorporated into dishes and presented in a variety of tasty ways.

Keeping an eye out for these trends and taking advantage of more healthy offerings when eating out and shopping will help make 2013 a healthy and happy year for you!

4. More food and nutrition related apps By the end of 2013 there really will be no excuse for not knowing exactly what’s in

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Roast Vegetable Tart

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Ingredients  6 tart cases  500gm fresh ricotta  1 egg  1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic  1 tsp mixed Italian herbs  1/2 tsp salt  pinch pepper  1/4 cup parmesan  1/4 cup cream  2 cups raw pumpkin  1/2 cup char grilled eggplant – sliced  1/2 cup char grilled capsicum – sliced  1 cup baby spinach  1 cup sautéed mushrooms  1 tbs basil pesto to serve

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Method 1. Preheat oven to 180C. Lightly spray a baking tray. Peel pumpkin and dice into 3cm cubes. Roast for 30 minutes or until cooked through.

2. If tart cases are frozen, defrost and bake in oven for 5 minutes. Remove and cool.

If using short crust pastry, line individual tart tins sprayed with cooking oil and blind bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool.

3. Combine ricotta, egg, salt, pepper, garlic, herbs, parmesan and cream in a bowl and whisk until well combined. Divide mix between cases and bake for 25 minutes.

The centre of the filling will still be soft, but this will become firm as it cools.

4. Combine pumpkin, eggplant, capsicum, mushrooms and spinach in a bowl and mix.

Divide mixed vegetables evenly on top of tarts and serve with a green salad.

Serves 6

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Berry and Ricotta Bruschetta Ingredients  4 slices continental bread  2 cups fresh ricotta  12 strawberries  2 large bananas, sliced  4 tbs blueberries  4 tbs honey  Mint to garnish Method: 1. Toast bread. Top each slice with ½ a cup of ricotta.

2. Divide fruit between the four slices and arrange on top.

3. Drizzle with 1tbs of honey and garnish with mint leaves.

Serves 4

Rocky Road Sundae Ingredients:  8 scoops vanilla ice cream  12 tbs chocolate sauce  1 bar rocky road chocolate  12 glace cherries  4 tbs toasted coconut  Whipped cream to garnish Method: 1. Coat the bottom of four tall glasses with 2 tbs of chocolate sauce each.

2. Cut rocky road into bite sized pieces.

3. Place one scoop of ice cream at the bottom of each glass, top with ½ the rocky road pieces and remaining chocolate sauce.

4. Top with second ice cream scoop, remaining rocky road and garnish with cherries, toasted coconut and whipped cream.

Serves 4

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