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Welcome Welcome ttoo February February ...... For many, February is the month of romance. So if you’re l o o k i n g to i m p r e ss t h e s p e c i a l p e r s o n i n yo u r l i f e o n Valentine’s Day, why not have a go at making this month’s Delicious Dish? The luxurious but light chocolate mousse on a crumbly shortcake base is sure to hit the spot. Or for those of you who aren’t as confident in the kitchen, a romantic meal at one of our restaurants is sure to go down a treat. Laura Nicklin takes us to a galaxy far, far away in ‘Gadgets & Gizmos’. Have a read of her sci-fi gizmo reviews inside – perfect for those of you with a keen interest in star-gazing or Star Wars! Do you own a Pug, Bulldog or other short-nosed dog? If so, you may be interested in reading Oliver Wilkinson’s ‘Pet Care’ column about the struggles our furry friends face and how having a squashed nose affects their daily life. Don’t forget , there’s still time to enter our ‘TLA Charity ’ competition. We’ve teamed up with ten of our generous a d ve r t i s e r s to d o n a te a n a m a z i n g £ 5 , 0 0 0 to a Gloucestershire-based charity or not-for-profit organisation. For more information, see page 7 and get your entry in before it’s too late!
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A Manhattan is a whiskey-based cocktail, stirred and strained into a cocktail glass and garnished with a maraschino cherry or orange twist. A popular story of origin for the Manhattan suggests that the drink was invented by Dr. Iain Marshall in the early 1870s at the Manhattan Club in New York City. It is said he created it for a banquet hosted by Jennie Jerome (Lady Randolph Churchill, Winston’s mother) to honor presidential candidate Samuel J. Tilden. The banquet’s success made the drink very fashionable, prompting many people to request “the Manhattan cocktail” – named after the club it originated. Unfortunately, Lady Randolph was in France at the time and pregnant, so the story is unlikely to be true. There are references to a similar cocktail recipe called “Manhattan” served in the Manhattan area. One story says it was invented in the 1860s by a bartender named Black at a bar on Broadway near Houston Street. An early record of the cocktail can also be found in William Schmidt’s “The Flowing Bowl”, published in 1891. He writes about a drink containing gum (gomme syrup), bitters, absinthe, whiskey and vermouth. Ingredients: Ingredients: 25ml Italian sweet vermouth; 45ml bourbon; dash Angostura bitters; orange twist or maraschino cherry to garnish. Method: Method: 1 Add vermouth and bourbon to a cocktail mixer and stir. 2 Pour the mix into a martini glass, add a dash of bitters and garnish with a maraschino cherry or a twist of orange peel.
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Use U se iin n tthe he ssame ame m manner anner a ass SSwiss wiss CChard hard Found growing on pebble beaches, sea defences or general rocky coastline, Sea Beet leaves can be used in the same manner as store bought Swiss Chard. When tasted, it should serve as a reminder that trying to improve something that is already pretty perfect could produce more problems than it solves. In the case of the sea beet, so called improvements have caused wide spread obesity, diabetes and cancer. I got lucky and avoided t u r n i n g i n t o a n o oz i n g p o l y p o n t h e b r o n c h i a l s a c o f humanity during my refining process. I ended up with only the best qualities – just ask my wife! If If you’re you’re not not 100% 100% sure sure that that w what hat you’re you’re ppicking icking iiss safe safe for for human consumption, consumption, don’t don’t pick pick it. it. If If you’re you’re prone prone to to food food human allergies, or or pregnant, pregnant, always always seek seek medical medical advice advice before before allergies, consuming anything anything fforaged oraged in in the the w ild. consuming wild. Page 6
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Breathing Breathing pproblems roblems iinn short-nosed short-nosed dogs dogs There is something ever so appealing about the appearance of flat or short nose dog breeds. Pugs, French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, British Bulldogs, etc. share the similar physical characteristics of squashed or flattened noses and large eyes. One theory goes that they are more human or baby-like in their facial shape, which is why we find them appealing. Personally, I often find them to be affectionate and devoted pets, but the shortened nose/squashed face comes at a price.
SSelectively electively b bred red o over ver many many generations generations We describe these dogs as ‘brachycephalic’, which essentially means short-nose. They look very different from wild dogs because we have selectively bred them over many generations to have shorter and shorter snouts. The problem with this selective breeding regime is that the structural breathing apparatus behind the nose has essentially got compressed and simply doesn’t fit into the space that is provided for it. The nostrils are too narrow to allow good airflow, the ‘soft palate’ at the back of the throat extends too far and obstructs the opening of the airway, and the larynx (top of the windpipe) struggles to cope with this limited airflow by gradually collapsing under constant strain.
Life-threatening Life-threatening b breathing reathing difficulties difficulties The give away is the excessive noise that a lot of these dogs make when they are breathing. Most of them will snore excessively and pant far more than they should – even when relaxed their breathing is often raspy or rattle-like. Hot weather can be particularly problematic a s t h e s e d o g s c a n n o t p a n t e f f i c i e n t l y to k e e p themselves cool. We call this condition ‘brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome’, or BOAS for short , and s a d l y i t o f te n g e t s w o r s e a n d m o r e s e r i o u s a s a d o g ages. Some of these dogs will struggle to manage any sort of exertion and suffer life-threatening breathing difficulties. Early surgical intervention is possible to dramatically improve breathing in the worst affected dogs. It is possible to widen the nostril openings, shorten the soft palate and relieve some of the pressure on the larynx . If these procedures are performed early in a dog’s life it dramatically reduces the long-term strain on the airway. Ultimately, better and more responsible breeding will reduce the more extreme breathing problems we see. If you are interested in getting a puppy from one of these breeds, talk to your vet about what to look out for and what can be done if a problem occurs. Page 10
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G Great reat ccrested rested grebes grebes Great crested grebes are present in the UK throughout the year; each season gracing our lakes and reservoirs. They were nearly hunted to extinction in the UK in the 19th century, their elegant feathers desirable for adorning hats, but they ’re thankfully now a regular sight on our waterbodies, and always a pleasure to spot. They are the largest grebe in Europe and are easily identifiable in the breeding season, when they show off an impressive black plume on the head and orangey ruff with black tips around the white-fronted neck and chest.
the other underwater. Appearing suddenly, they ’ll begin dipping and shaking their head, mirroring each Watching them for any period of other’s actions. A game of ‘hide and time, you’ll see them dive below the seek ’ ensues; the birds diving and surface, in search of small fish and chasing each other for a period. aquatic invertebrates to feed on – The The elaborate elaborate ‘‘weed weed often popping up in a different place cerem c e r e m o ony’ n y ’ s strengthens t r e n gthens entirely to where they disappeared. their their pair pair bond bond February, going into spring , is Even more delightful is the ‘weed when they ’re at their most spectacular. Spend some time at ceremony ’ – grebes will approach your local wetland reserve and you each other carrying weeds in their may just be treated to their courtship beaks, in anticipation of building a displays. During the early stages of nest . On reaching each other they courtship and on being reunited after rise up, as though standing on water, a time apart, one bird will approach chests touching and heads shaking
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Wander through drifts of Snowdrops – plus Aconites, Crocuses and Hellebores – followed by lunch or afternoon tea in the Garden Terrace Cafe. Our Snowdrops should be at their absolute peak of floral gorgeousness during this time, but if you’re planning to make a special visit to see them, please call 01386 701441 to check how any unpredictable weather may have affected their flowering progress. Arboretum entrance fee applies. Batsford Arboretum and Garden Centre, Batsford, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 9AD. 2 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY AMADEUS
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and buckets of nostalgia. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to have the time of your life! 7.30pm. £21 (£19). The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002. 1188 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY ELIZABETH’S FOOTPRINT CHARITY BALL Raising money for Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal children’s charity. Join us for a wonderful evening at Cheltenham Town Hall. Drinks reception at 7pm, carriages at 1am. Black Tie. Dancing, auction, raffle and more. £100 a ticket. For details email elizabethsfootprintcharityball@gmail.com. 24 24 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT
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Edna Leigh was born in Kansas in 1916. Her story takes us on a dramatic journey across the Atlantic, to post-war England where this ordinary woman stumbled upon a mystery in Homer’s Odyssey, decoding the hidden meaning. She kept her findings a secret throughout her life. Now Edna’s granddaughter shares this fascinating journey, combining her story with poetry, astronomy and a live cello soundscape. Afterwards join performer Carol Graham for an informal workshop: Exploring and Sharing Your Family History. 7.30pm. £12. The Bacon Theatre, Hatherley Road, GL51 6EP. 01242 258002.
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One of the most important and visible roles of Charlton Kings Parish Council is in scrutinising planning applications on behalf of the local community. More than 200 applications are reviewed each year and decisions made in public at fortnightly meetings. Formal objections are raised to approximately 10%. Decisions are reached based on material planning issues, Parish Council policy and strength of feeling in the village. While the Parish Council does not have the final say – decisions are made either by Borough Council planning officers under delegated authority or by Borough councillors at their Planning Committee meetings – it does have a record of influencing outcomes and has a say in how applications are handled.
CConscious onscious of of rresidents’ esidents’ views views In its work the Council’s Planning Committee is conscious of residents’ views. The recent Parish Plan consultation showed that maintaining the green areas around the village was a high priority. A similar large percentage of respondents wanted the Council to work t o e n s u r e t h a t f u t u re h o u s i n g d e ve l o p m e n t i s sympathetic to the existing street scene. Parish councillors take special care when dealing with proposals in the village’s three conservation areas. The reality today is that pressure from central government for more housing means that there is a presumption in favour of development . The momentum is with developers, big and small, but there is still scope for parish councils to make a positive impact. All decisions and comments are published on the Council’s website and are also posted on the Borough Council’s planning website.
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