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W Welcome elcome ttoo FFebruary ebruary ...... 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 fe 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. 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 the centre pages 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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If you were ever to look at my family tree, I would be somewhere near to the top, hanging from a dysfunctional branch like a perfectly ripened fruit just waiting for s o m e o n e t o b i t e i n t o a n d s a vo u r m y re f i n e d d e c a d e n t qualities. Miles below my lofty position, just beneath the decaying husks of my siblings, down in the dirt near the roots, would be the first of my ancestors. Rugged, pioneering mainstays whose function I can only surmise was to eventually give me an existence. I’m aware this family tree doesn’t follow the usual template, artistic licence.
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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 yyou’re ou’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 bbefore efore allergies, consuming anything anything fforaged oraged in in the the w ild. consuming wild.
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B Breathing reathing pproblems roblems iinn sshort-nosed hort-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.
LLife-threatening ife-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.
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Surviving Surviving parenthood parenthood aass a ‘‘spoonie’ spoonie’ Are you raising kids whilst living with a debilitating condition or an invisible i l l n e ss ? I f y o u s t r u g g l e w i t h depression, CFS, Lupus, etc. here are my top tips for surviving parenthood as a ‘spoonie’ (a limited number of spoons to share around).
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FFind ind b balance alance Find balance between your needs and your child’s. In the first few years, if they are fed, clean, and loved, you are winning. If you need help, ask for it – p e o p l e a r e o n l y to o h a p p y t o b e o f service given half a chance. And remember, your appreciation is enough – it doesn’t need ‘paying back .’
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T h e r e i s s o m e t h i n g g o o d i n e ve r y moment – what I call the ‘Diamonds in the Dust ’. It takes practice, but if you feel down about what you can’t do, try looking at the opposite situation. For example, if you have a warm house to be inside when you can’t cope with going out , all those mornings lying in bed with books will add to your child’s reading skills.
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SSS17’s S17’s SShowstoppers howstoppers Be bold and embrace this turn in the tide. Men tend to shy away from colour for fear of looking like someone who just walked off the set of Sesame Street . Exploring spring’s rich colour palette can only be fun! For a less feminine take on the rainbow palette, look to saturated, deeper colours like soft rustics, instead of summers pops.
Out with the old and in with the new. Isn’t that how the saying goes? The New Year is the best time to experiment with the latest beauty r u l e s a n d k i ss g o o d b y e t o 2 0 1 6 trends. So let ’s cut to the chase. W h a t i s t h e s h ow s t o p p e r t h a t w i l l h a ve u s e m e rg i n g f ro m t h e m i s t y grey of winter and force us to embrace what spring has in store? Colour, ladies and gentlemen.
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P Paving aving tthe he w way ay ffor or a bright b right 2 2017 017 You heard right . Expect rainbow bright pinks and reds from the likes of Valentino, Dior, Miu Miu and, of course, thanks to it’s Creative Director Alessandro Michele, the king of colour – Gucci. The top designers are paving the way for a bright 2017 and welcome the return of the 1980s cocktail wear. This can only prove an exciting prospect for those of us who missed the Dynasty era the first time around. As we know, hundreds of beauty products and treatments launch every year and 2017 will be no different. Taking it straight back to the e i g h t i e s, o n e o f t h e m o s t experimental of all the eras, can only be a great excuse for some play time with your make up bag. From subtle i n t e r p re t a t i o n s t o a l l - o u t r e t r o t h ro w b a c k s , t h e e i g h t i e s h a v e
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certainly made a stamp on SS17 beauty. Marc Jacobs’ entire show was inspired by the eighties rave culture – from a statement metallic eye to the more controversial coloured dreadlock , it’s time to dig out your crimpers (yes, we a l l h a d t h e m ! ) a n d i n ve s t i n the brightest shades you can find!
Acid-orange, A cid-orange, a aquamarine quamarine a and nd g glossy lossy p purple urple palettes p alettes Gucci didn’t disappoint and went as far as showcasing yellow, lilac, peach and white eyebrows. The catwalk was alive with acid-orange lips, a q u a m a r i n e a n d g l o ss y p u r p l e palettes with colour painted onto the models’ temples rather than the eyes at Max Mara. Unexpected colour? You can say that again. With its inescapable presence on the catwalks, it was hard to miss, but perhaps not where you might have expected to see it. Now, gentlemen don’t be alarmed!
You can choose your colours from pretty much any beauty brand this year, but a beauty baron known for their love of colour is Mac. They have an array of flash mob pouts ready and waiting for you to purchase. Viva Glam Lipstick (featured) in their collaboration with pop star Ariana Grande is a burst of colour, ideal for creating this look . Head to Topshop and get familiar with the range of p a l e t te s t h ey h av e to s u i t yo u r complexion. The high street retailer offers a variety of shades in this season’s pop colours. Think back to your younger years when you were raiding your mum or sister’s make up bag – remember having fun recreating their looks? Then you’re going to l o ve m a k i n g yo u r ow n s t a m p o n t h i s t re n d … B e bold, be daring, but above all, be bright!
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really brighten up a dull day. They n e e d t o h a ve b e e n p l a n t e d i n l a t e a u t u m n i n a s u n ny s i t u at i o n , w h i l e keeping their roots cool, as they are very shallow. Mulching around the p l a n t w i l l s o r t t h i s p ro b l e m o u t b u t n o t r i g h t u p to t h e s te m . I f yo u r garden is small, prune immediately after flowering to two or three buds on last summer’s shoots.
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