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The changing of seasons at this time of year is an open invitation to escape our busy lives and make the most of the stunning countryside that surrounds us. I like nothing more than to grab a warm jumper, slip into my old boots and kick through the fallen leaves with my nearest and dearest. We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful gardens, woodlands and hills to explore, allowing the short winter days to drift by. Welcome to our fi fth issue! Town & City has seen a fantastic first year and your feedback couldn’t have been more generous. I’d like to thank you, our loyal readers and all of the businesses we’ve worked with throughout the last year; without you we wouldn’t be here. So thank you. festive celebrations are flowing and we’ve got gift ideas for the whole family plus a feast of fabulous luxurious foods. In the spirit of giving, why not treat yourself to a weekend away with our selection of top spa retreats across the region. We’ve got top tips for getting your hands on the best second hand treasure and how to get connected in the digital business world of linkedIn. plus a selection of warming winter recipes courtesy of our culinary compadre, raymond blanc. There is so much more to mention, so kick off the boots, put your feet up, relax, and we’ll be back in 2016. Happy new Year!

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Your skin has lost its moisture, your hair Chewton Glen is brittle and your lips are cracked. Don’t Hotel & Spa – New Milton Chewton glen Spa boasts a truly holistic experience, you think it’s time you treated yourself to set in the coastal market town of new milton. Indulge a sumptuous spa retreat? With this list of yourself on a continental breakfast each morning, plus award-winning hotels dotted around the a 60-minute spa treatment, lunch at the pool bar, unlimited use of the award-winning leisure facilities and South of England, you’ll be sure to find complimentary sessions in the dance and aerobics studio. somewhere that tickles your fancy… fOr mOrE dETAIlS And TO bOOK, CAll THE HOTEl On 01425 275341.

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Lime Wood Hotel – Lyndhurst lime Wood Hotel located in picturesque lyndhurst offers a selection of spa packages, ranging from ‘get glowing’ to ‘Two’s Company’. If you’re feeling active, there are also fi tness packages to choose from. Once you’ve been thoroughly pampered, indulge your taste buds with the mouthwatering menu; featuring cured fish and meat from lime Wood’s own Smoke house. fOr mOrE dETAIlS And TO bOOK, CAll THE HOTEl On 02380 287177.

The Winchester Hotel & Spa – Winchester get out of the cold and warm yourself up at The Winchester Hotel & Spa. Choose from a signature facial, massage, manicure or a full body polish. You will also receive free use of the Health Club facilities, full English breakfast and £25 towards dinner at the impressive brasserie.

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You will find yourself in pure bliss at the pH2O Spa at park House Hotel. Swim in the 15-metre indoor swimming pool, reflect in the relaxation room or work up a sweat in the gym and fi tness studio. A personal trainer is available upon request. The experienced therapists are more than happy to help and provide expert advice. macdonald

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Escape the hustle and bustle at Careys manor. located in the heart of the new forest, you’ll be surrounded by enchanting nature and wildlife. The ‘Christmas pamper break’ includes three night’s luxury accommodation (arriving Christmas Eve), complimentary robe and slippers, full use of SenSpa’s facilities, afternoon tea, and breakfast at the Zen garden restaurant, plus much more.

With package options such as the ‘rejuvenate Spa break’ and ‘Celebration Spa Escape’, you will certainly find something to suit your needs. let your worries float away with a muscle massage, or put your feet up and sip on a crisp glass of complimentary prosecco.

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Tylney Hall Hotel – Basingstoke A grade two-listed building and charming country house hotel. Meander through the tree-lined avenue; pass through the archway and ﬁnd yourself in a stylish lobby surrounded by festive adornments. Receive a 30-minute beauty treatment, complimentary newspaper, full English breakfast and use of the leisure facilities. foR moRe details and to book, call the hotel on 01256 764881.

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Solent Hotel & Spa – Fareham Felbridge Hotel & Spa – East Grinstead Solent Hotel & Spa is more than just your typical spa; receive acupuncture treatments, botox and dermal fillers and deep healing. glide in the swimming pool and then simmer in the hot tub. You’ll be heading home re-energized and with a healthy, radiant glow. fOr mOrE dETAIlS And TO bOOK, CAll THE HOTEl On 01489 880000.

With an extensive Christmas calendar, you’ll be sure to have a memorable festive retreat at the felbridge Hotel. The spa facilities are tailored to your satisfaction; choose from a ‘Sunday night Spa break’ to an ‘ultimate bespoke Spa break’. The Chakra Spa offers a wide range of body, facial and beauty treatments. fOr mOrE dETAIlS And TO bOOK, CAll THE HOTEl On 01342 337700.

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could your hormones be making you ill?

the endocrine struggle Ever wake up stuck to the pillow? Lethargic, head achy, thinking you’re getting a cold and feeling really grumpy about it? Is this a common feeling?

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The Endocrine System sends messages all around our bodies to keep everything ticking along nicely. Two of the most important glands are the Adrenals. These triangle-shaped glands sit on top of the kidneys and produce our fight or flight response. It’s the burst of adrenaline when we’re nervous or excited that gives us butterflies in the belly. With today’s routines many of us are living off adrenaline. The noisy alarm clock first thing in the morning, the rushed breakfast, the traffic jams, the deadlines at work, the coffee hit, the gym work out and the school run. All these things produce an adrenaline response. Our adrenals aren’t supposed to be on the go all the time like this and after a period of time the adrenals become exhausted. The glandular system works together like an orchestra, if the adrenals become tired this has a knock on effect. The pineal gland which controls sleep (by producing the hormone melatonin and our happy hormone serotonin) struggles and we can’t sleep and we begin to feel low and depressed. The thyroid gland which governs metabolism struggles and we start putting on weight as well as feeling tired and emotional. The thymus gland which governs the immune system struggles and we suffer colds and viruses. The pancreas which processes sugar struggles and we start craving the food we know we shouldn’t be eating. The ovaries or testes struggle and a woman’s monthly cycle goes all over the place and sex drive decreases. These are just some of the symptoms that are caused by ongoing stress on the adrenals.

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but what can we do? Here are six top tips to get your endocrine back into balance. Eat well

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It’s so easy to eat rubbish when you’re stressed especially when your pancreas is demanding it. Start the day with protein rather than carbs to avoid the sugar highs and lows throughout the day and make sure there are lots of greens on your plates

The pineal gland responds to light so make sure you turn off all Tv and stereo lights and sleep in the pitch black.

Cut the caffeine Caffeine is a stimulant which triggers an adrenaline response as well as being a diuretic which uses water in the body rather than hydrating it.

Stop running If you’re stressed and functioning on adrenaline all day long, a run at the gym is going to make things worse. go for a swim, do some yoga or go for a nice stroll.

Relax Turn off the Tv which stimulates your mind and have a bath, read a book or do absolutely nothing. It’s so important to rest your body especially when things are crazy.

Endocrine boost In Kinesiology there is a powerful technique called the Endocrine boost. This pinpoints exactly what is happening within the glandular system and finds nutritional, physical and emotional solutions to re-balance it. It can pull you down from the ceiling or scrap you off the floor, depending on where you are. TO dISCuSS YOur IndIvIduAl STrESS And WHETHEr An EndOCrInE bOOST CAn HElp COnTACT THE KInESIOlOgY HOrmOnE EXpErT TrACEY mASOn AT bAlAnCEd WEllnESS www.balancedwellness.co.uk .

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treasure A growing market thanks to a string of hit TV shows, T&C explores how and where to get your hands on the best second hand treasures. Car boot sales Car boot sales can be fantastic for finding hidden gems. There are plenty of examples of items being bought at car boot sales and then being sold at auction for a significant profi t. A vase was bought for £1 from a car boot sale in dumfries and turned out to be a 1929 feuilles fougeres piece by the renowned french designer rene lalique. It sold for £32,450 at auction. Success stories don’t need to be as dramatic as this – as a number of small profits can add up to a very successful trip. looking for a car boot sale? Car boot Junction offers a dedicated directory so check them out. 16

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Antique fairs Those with an eye for a bargain should take advantage of antique fairs. With a number of events happening daily (Antiques Atlas have a thorough schedule of events), there is plenty of opportunity to bag a profi t. The uK is amongst the best places in the world to find value in antiques because of its rich history of invasion, conquest, trade and invention. nothing gets the juices flowing more than rooting through items consigned to domestic history, an experience all treasure hunters should relish.

eBay ebay is a huge marketplace with millions of second hand goods for sale, and as sellers are often auctioning off unwanted, new, or almost-new items at a fraction of their valuation, a number of deals are available to savvy traders.

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Tips to find the treasure amongst the junk ReseaRch

Prior to searching for second hand goods, it’s important to research. Make sure you have as much information on the event you’re visiting. Know what goods will be sold and the seller’s history. Once you have the knowledge you can make an educated guess about what’s going to be on sale. hallmaRks

A hallmark is an official mark struck on items made of precious metals such as gold and silver, which certifies their standard of purity. To be a true hallmark, it must be the guarantee of an independent body or authority that the contents are as marked. Having a good knowledge of hallmarks is vital when spotting value, and if you have more knowledge than the seller, you’re on to a winner.

ceRtificates of authenticity

A certificate of authenticity (COA) is a seal or small sticker on memorabilia or artwork. It’s a sign of authenticity for a specific item, which highlights that the item is the real deal. They’re very common for pieces of art and sports memorabilia, so always check when buying these items, if they don’t have a COA, you should be cautious. populaR and RaRe?

Having a good understanding of what’s popular and rare will ensure you can sell your purchase quickly. So by finding deals on items that tick both of these boxes, but are under-priced, is a good way to make a solid profit. pooR spelling

This may seem strange, but not on eBay. Where sellers list their own items, hundreds of words are misspelt each day offering significant discounts to savvy online shoppers – as other buyers won’t find the incorrectly labelled items.

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The National Trust gardens, parks and countryside of Hampshire offer some of the best places to see the fiery hues of autumn in glorious settings. Autumn colour is well on its way with foliage, fruits and berries gradually transforming our landscapes into a rich colour palette of yellows, oranges and reds, lasting well into November.

exhilarating walk followed by a seasonal treat in their cafes, or enjoy a gentle autumnal stroll while hunting for conkers and chestnuts, there are plenty of reasons to explore National Trust landscapes this autumn.

Whether you want to admire the myriad varieties of trees and plants you’ll find in their picturesque To help you decide where to visit, T&C is here with gardens and countryside, set out on an our top autumn colour hotspots in Hampshire.

Hinton Ampner Hinton Ampner is brimming with shape and colour all year round, but in autumn it’s particularly vibrant, thanks to hundreds of exotic dahlias in creams, yellows and oranges, hot pinks and deep magentas. “I love the dahlia, not just for its stunning appearance but also for its incredible versatility,” says John Wood, Head gardener. “They can look good in pretty much any location and at Hinton Ampner they’re planted to fulfil certain roles. In the leafy Dell, they punctuate the large foliage plants for a really dramatic impact; we’ve got a rich tangerine called ‘David Howard’ and the bright yellow ‘Yellow Hammer’ and ‘Moon Fire’. In the Yew

Garden we’ve planted the deep red ‘Bishop of Auckland’ which oﬀsets the large dark leaves of the Canna plant.” At the entrance to the dell is another treat – ‘forest pansy’ Cercis Canadensis, which heart-shaped leaves take on a fiery red, turning to warm yellow in autumn. dahlias can also be seen in the walled kitchen garden where you’ll find colourful pumpkins and squashes, as well as a rich variety of autumn fruit and veg, watched over by Hinton’s scarecrow. from the back of the house gaze out over parkland littered with yellow and gold foliage from ancient oaks and beeches, interspersed with the deep red hues of norway maple.

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The Vyne In the ancient woodlands surrounding this former Tudor palace beeches and oaks mingle with sweet and horse chestnuts to present a glorious canopy of rich autumn foliage. lime, cherry and whitebeam produce a palette of lemon-yellow and strawberry-red.

Mottisfont The gardens of this former priory are ablaze with colour from stately plane, oak and beech trees. One of the stars of the show is the hornbeam, which explodes into a canopy of orange and scarlet. The garden’s two tulip trees come into their own in autumn, as their acid green summer foliage turns a magnificent pale gold. The ancient woodland surrounding the gardens is lit with the oranges, yellows and reds of sweet chestnut and beech foliage. The woods are also home to plenty of fungi including the lilac-purple of the amethyst deceiver and the fairytale red and white-spotted fly agaric.

fringing the edges of The vyne’s lake, the orange, crimson and deep purple leaves of liquid amber and swamp cypress trees create beautiful reflections across the water. liquidamber is one of regional gardens adviser mike buffin’s all-time favourites for reliable autumn colour: “This is a famed autumn colouring tree from the USA and it hails under the name of the sweet gum. Sweet gums will often start to colour in late summer as their leaves turn a deep black crimson colour. Then as autumn progresses, the leaves change and go through a kaleidoscope of colours from golden yellow, crimson, amber and red - a breathtaking sight.”

New Forest The new forest commons of rockford and Ibsley are beautiful areas of wilderness and woodland to explore in autumn. unique landscapes of woodland, heathland, mire and grassland encompass spectacular views, and golden foliage displays from silver birch, beech and oak, as well as yellow gorse flowers. look out for incredible shapes and colours from the myriad of fungi that appear at this time of year, from ruby-red fly agaric, to honey-coloured bracket fungus.

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Tired of constantly battling the desire to look great while wanting to eat everything in sight? We spend far too much time focusing on what we look like rather than striving to look after our bodies. follow these simple rules to lead a healthy lifestyle and lose weight, the stress free way…

Ban the word ‘diet’ Toss out the fad diets, crash diets and even the word dIET! Once the word ‘diet’ escapes your lips you’ve committed yourself to a life of restrictions. When you take something away it makes you want it more, so swap the term of being on a ‘strict diet’ to ‘clean eating’ and you’re one step closer to making a lifestyle change instead of a quick fi x.

Treat yourself It’s all about moderation. Of course when trying to make lifestyle changes you really shouldn’t eat the entire chocolate bar, but if the cravings are driving you crazy a nibble won’t harm. Even better than giving into cravings you can find healthy alternatives to sweet treats all over the internet and social media sites to combat any temptations.

Stay green leafy green vegetables should become your new best friend in the quest for healthy living, packed with vitamins and minerals that’ll make your hair and skin glow. Eating more greens instead of carbs will give you a lean and toned look. However, don’t neglect your body’s need for carbs. foods such as wholemeal pasta, bread and brown rice are necessary after a gym session or workout.

Exercise is good for the soul not only does exercising more make you feel great, it’ll have you looking great! regular exercise can inspire you to want to make healthier choices because there is nothing worse than spending an hour running round the streets to then get home and ruin your efforts by consuming all the wrong foods. by participating in regular exercise you can push your body to new levels on a weekly basis inducing a feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction.

Why stress? life is too short to stress over what you look like. If you’re unhappy with how you look then change it! You’re the only one who can make a change to your life. There’s no easy way or quick fix to becoming healthy. It takes hard work and dedication. In the words of gandhi… “Be the change you want to see in the world”.

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Winter is upon us which can mean only one thing to beauty lovers, subtle shades of brown and creamy neutrals making their way into our makeup bags. T&C gives offers a masterclass in winter makeup to help tone up wintered complexions.

Skin

The worst thing about the colder months is the dry and chapped skin making the application of foundation harder than usual. Before this you should apply a primer base to help it last longer and create a smoother canvas. Try Max Factor Facefinity All Day Primer

When it comes to foundation stick to liquid or creamy textures to avoid a cakey and dry look. Gradually work the product into the skin using a brush or sponge. Use All-In-One BB Cream

Finish with a dab of concealer and a swipe of powder for that velvet finish. We like Revlon Photo Ready and No7 Perfect Loose Powder, available at Boots. rEvlOn £6.99, nO7 £10.50 AvAIlAblE AT bOOTS.

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In order to perfect the brown and neutral smokey eye look you‘ll need to line your upper and lower lash line with a dark brown pencil for a more defined yet subtle look. We love Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner. For the eyeshadow first use a neutral powder and apply from your lash line to your brow bone and finish with a simple swipe of brown shadow over the eyelids to the sockets. To open the eyes dab a peach shadow to the inner section of your eyelids. All three shades can be found in L’Oreal Paris Color Riche La Palette Nude Eyeshadow set.

Complete the eyes by coating the lashes with a dark brown or soft black mascara. Try Max Factor 2000 Calorie Mascara in brown or black. £7.99 AvAIlAblE In bOOTS.

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Shakespeare may have said music was the food of love, but T&C sets out to investigate whether our love of all things music changes as we get older.

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Teenage Kicks Early years believe it or not your music tastes can be traced right back to the womb. As you develop as a baby during the end of the second trimester you start to hear. While the sound of your mothers voice or hearing music may just be muffled noises, there is science to suggest it increases the heart rate, and is a calming soothing influence. Although at this early stage you’re unable to distinguish between mozart and morrissey, you can still recall the same sounds when they’re later played. An association is made which is reinforced as you grow up, meaning your parents tastes in music are hugely significant in your early years. 28

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The most influential years of our music tastes are our teens and early twenties, a time that corresponds with gaining independence, dating and discovering ourselves. The ‘teenager’ as a concept was born in the sixties where the new younger generation created their own rules and image that was a far cry from their dowdy post-war parents. With more leisure time and disposable income than ever before, music was crucial in this movement. rock and roll was born celebrating all that was good with being young. It ripped up the rules and redefined an era. This trend continues today with the mainstream music aimed squarely at the young and influential, continually pushing the boundaries of what came before.

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Holding back the years What was once considered revival music has now spurred an entire industry. The original ‘baby boomers’ of the fi fties and sixties may have grown up in the last fi ve decades, but they refuse to get old. like fashion and the four seasons, everything eventually comes full circle and judging by the popularity of the most recent stadium tours bands like The Who, rolling Stones, Elton John and rod Stewart they are testament to this. There still remains a demand for these acts which proves good music doesn’t have to go out of fashion! A younger audience is also discovering older formats with the growing popularity of vinyl sales which is the highest since 1996. As the lines between classics and new music continue to blur in the twenty-first century, it would appear that our favourite bands are born out of our teenage years which gives us the musical blueprint for what stays with us for life. Although we acquire new modern favourites, the power of music dramatically takes us back to feeling 18 again. Whether The beatles or Taylor Swift, download or compact disc, it defines us and proves we really can’t live without it!

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Seed and Bean’s Ultimate Collection should keep chocoholics happy till Easter with well over 20 assorted bars of high quality organic chocolate in a smart wooden box. £65, www.seedandbean.co.uk

This Honey Trio comes in a jute bag and includes three 120g jars of raw British honeys that can be used in marinades for fish and meat as spread on toast! £14.99 , www.ogilvys.com Or CAll 01780 450377

This English Wine and Vine gift set from Plants4Presents is a fab idea for wine lovers. You can send them a grape vine to cultivate and a bottle of quality English sparkling wine from The Bolney Estate in Sussex. Their Zestive Cheer alternative includes a flowering orange tree, bottle of red and spices for mulling. WInE And vInE £49, ZESTIvE CHEEr £40, www.plants4pResents.co.uk

Hampers A recent look into both supermarket and luxury food hampers found that often you don’t get what you pay for. The investigation by a tabloid found that often the value of contents, even with the addition of the actual hamper comes to less than you’re asked to spend, meaning you’re often better off selecting items individually and making up your own. Even a bag of decent supermarket filter coffee, some posh choccy biscuits and a mug 30

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can be transformed when placed in a wicker tray padded out with festive tissue paper. You can theme contents according to your recipient’s tastes – crackers, cheese and chutneys with a port miniature for example or include products from one country like Spain or Italy. for a super professional touch invest in some of the clear film bouquets are wrapped with and cover the front of your gift with it to show the contents in all their glory.

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place all the ingredients into a large casserole dish with a lid, making sure the wine is still warm when you pour it over. Cover and allow to marinate overnight. place into a colander and allow to drain for a minimum of two hours until completely dry, reserving the marinade.

Accompaniment: Sauté the diced meat in the rapeseed oil, a single layer at a time, until golden for approximately six minutes. place in a colander to drain any fat. return the fat to the pan, add the diced vegetables from the marinade and cook until caramelised. place into the colander with the meat and drain. 32

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Then add the browned flour and salt to the sauté pan and gradually add the wine from the marinade, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer for 30 minutes and then pass through a fine sieve. reduce the sauce down until there is about 450ml, and move to one side.

• 1.350kg of diced venison shoulder • 1.5l of red wine (reduce by half) • 1 pinch of black pepper • 1 bay leaf • 1 thyme sprig • 3 juniper berries, crushed and chopped • 150g large onions cut into 2cm dice • 75g carrots, peeled and roughly chopped • 55g celery, cut into 2cm dice accompaniment:

• 1 pinch of black pepper • 1 bay leaf • 2 sprigs of thyme place the venison, mushrooms and cooked • 50ml rapeseed oil vegetables into a clean casserole dish, add • 2 tsp salt the sauce and cover with a well fitting lid. • 25g strong white flour, Slow-cook overnight (at least 18 hours) at browned for 8 minutes 70°C. Then serve in chunky bowls with in the oven at 220°C creamy mashed potatoes and extra • 25 button mushrooms braised winter vegetables if desired. • 20g unsalted butter

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boudin blanc with wild mushroom and leeks Morel sauce: begin by soaking the morels in 2 litres of boiling water for two hours. Then remove the soaked morels, lightly squeezing them dry and put aside for the garnish. Strain the juices through a muslin cloth to remove any grit and reserve for the sauce. next, sweat the chopped chicken wings in butter for 10 minutes until a light blonde colour. Add the button mushrooms and sweat for a further 5 minutes, then add the boiled sherry, morel juice, double cream and seasonings. Simmer for 40 minutes, then pass through a fine sieve. Add the cornflour and reduce on high heat until the sauce has thickened.

Accompaniment: On a gentle heat pan fry the boudin in butter until golden all over (reserve the pan). next, cut the boudin into chunky slices and pan fry further to a golden brown on the cut sides. Then cook the leeks in boiling salted water for three minutes. Sauté the mixed wild mushrooms and season with lemon juice, salt and pepper. After that, add the morels and heat through, then re-heat the morel sauce until piping hot. divide the boudin between 4 shallow bowls. Scatter the mushrooms and leeks around the boudin, add the sauce and some fresh chopped chervil and serve whilst hot.

Ingredients Serves 4 moRel sauce:

• 60g dried morel mushrooms • 100g button mushrooms, cleaned and diced • 400g chicken wings, chopped into 2cm dice • 40g unsalted butter • 165ml Fino Dry Sherry (boiled for 10 seconds) • 500ml double cream • 1tsp salt • 1 pinch of finely ground white pepper • 1 pinch of cornflour

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Ingredients • 300g of good all butter shortcrust pastry • 250g unsalted butter • 150g icing sugar • 50ml Calvados • 200ml double cream • 115g caster sugar • 10g strong white flour • 10g ground almonds • 4 medium free range eggs • 6 Braeburn apples

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Start by lightly greasing and lining a large tin with the shortcrust pastry (around 3mm thick). prick the pastry base all over to prevent air pockets forming underneath, then chill for 20 minutes to avoid shrinkage.

next, melt the butter, add the icing sugar, then the Calvados and set aside. lightly beat the eggs and mix together with the double cream, caster sugar, flour and almonds. Then pre-heat the oven to 220°C, putting a fl at pastry tray on the shelf to heat. peel, core and chop the apples (about 8 segments per apple), then toss in the Calvados butter until thoroughly coated.

Arrange the apple segments in the pastry case in concentric circles, overlapping the segments as you go. place the tart onto the pre-heated pastry tray and bake for 10 minutes. reduce temperature to 200°C and cook for a further 16 minutes until the pastry goes golden brown and the apples are caramelised. next, pour the custard mixture into the tart tin and bake for a further 10 minutes until the filling has just set. remove from the oven and let cool for an hour.

To finish, remove the tart from the ring, cut into 8 generous slices, dust with icing sugar and enjoy with vanilla ice-cream.

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Where once it was thought of purely as storage space for all those useful garden tools, it’s now become something of a cultural icon. Nip down to the bottom of the garden with us as we take a look at what has become a home from home. Shedding light on it perhaps the easiest and cheapest option is the simple, tried and tested wood or plastic shed, complete with handy ‘do it yourself’ kit. It hardly needs saying that these are available from your local dIY superstore. A fairly recent development has been the rise of the Tpr shed. Tpr being a sort of eco-friendly alternative to concrete.

There is more to the modern shed than it may seem and Channel four’s Shed Of The Year might have something to do with it. Take a look at Shedworking for ideas on how to turn your humble garden hidey-hole into a workable office. If you’re an artist or musician, you could transform yours into a studio - as one of many viable alternatives. If you’re looking for something more rock and roll, however…

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Sheds with style Why not have a go at a trendy renovation? roof gardens, nightclubs, pubs, domes, pagodas, diners – all have been attempted by enterprising souls wanting to make more of their outside space. Have a gander at www.stylist.co.uk/life/ britains-most-incrediblesheds if you’re a little stuck for ideas. The beauty of it is – if you can think it, you can most likely achieve it!

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There are so many ways to get involved and have fun while supporting our life-saving research: • Hold a wacky Wear A Hat Day event and sell our colourful hat badges, wristbands or even a bucketful of car hats! • Strike a pose for a hat-selfie and text donate at the same time: Text ‘HAT’ to 70660 to donate £5.

• Visit our Hatter’s Workshop online to access great extras; including posters, event ideas, quizzes, and competitions. • Join the party on facebook, Twitter and Instagram - #Hattastic!

Visit www.wearahatday.org today to register your event and you will receive a fundraising pack in February 2016. Thank you for your support!

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Keep him looking dapper with a Grooming Essentials Kit from Clarins or go for a selection of stocking fillers from RockFace. ClArInS KIT £39 claRins.co.uk. rOCKfACE rAngE STArT frOm £2.99 Rockface4men.co.uk.

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Sophisticated sisters will love MeMeMe’s Create the Look Essential Eyewear Collections with an eye palette, mascara and two eyeliners. Alternatively how about a KMS California Hair Kit – choose one of three styles from Messy Bob to Chic Chignon and she gets everything she needs to create it. mEmEmE’S CrEATE £17.50 mememecosmetics.com. KmS KIT £29.95 lookfantastic.com.

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For younger siblings the new Snow Time gift set from Lush should go down a treat. It contains six bathtime goodies including a frozen bath bomb, Snowman Belly jelly plus more and it even comes ready wrapped! £27.95 lush.co.uk. 46

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Push the boat out for this one if you can. Aromatherapy Associates Skin and Body Ritual set is a far cry from bath salts. Mum will feel properly pampered with a Polishing Essential Enzyme Peel, Anti-Ageing Overnight Repair Mask and Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil. If that’s over budget how about Grace Cole’s glam black and gold White Nectarine and Pear set which includes two foR dad products and shower puff? Forget soap on a rope and dodgy aftershaves. Show you ArOmATHErApY ASSOCIATES £60 aRomatheRapyassociates. know he’s up to the minute with the GCHomme Ultimate com.pOlISHIng pOlISHIng ESSEnTIAl £11 gRacecole.co.uk. Toiletry bag, which includes three products in a smart bag. Or opt for something from the fab new Red and Anchor grooming range like their organic shave oil and balm. gCHOmmE bAg £16 frOm gRacecole.co.uk. rEd And AnCHOr £12.50 And £14.50 RedanchoR-supplycompany.com.

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This is essential to get right. For her; Something perfumed in a fancy box is generally a much safer bet than anything kitchen related. Neom Organics’ beautifully packaged gifts sets look classy and smell divine.

Opt for their Life’s Little Luxuries set which includes a body scrub, bath and shower gel and body and hair oil. For him; Thierry Mugler’s new A*MEN Christmas Coffret is a dramatically presented offering containing a 50ml EDT Spray and matching Hair and Body Shampoo. Or if he’s really not into his smellies just buy a bottle of aromatherapy oil and write him an IOU for a full body massage! nEOm OrgAnICS £39.90 neomoRganics.com, THIErrY muglEr’S nEW A*mEn £42.

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an alternative to pain killers when headaches strike nICE have revealed that ‘common painkillers such as aspirin, paracetamol and triptans could actually be the cause of the headaches’ rather than relieving them.

Drugs, including medication, are a toxic substance that need to be eliminated by the liver. A headache is a common symptom of an overworked liver as many are aware after a heavy night out. The headache becomes more severe the more medication is consumed. Painkillers can’t be considered as a cure for headaches. They block the pain receptors from sending vital messages to the brain signaling a problem. Painkillers don’t actually tackle the headache from the WrITTEn bY www.balancedwellness.co.uk source. Listen to your body to find the cause of symptoms.

What could be causing headaches? Dehydration drinking water can sometimes be the best and cheapest medication. A lack of water affects the supply of blood and oxygen to our brains and could be the cause of what is described as a dehydration headache. Try reaching for a glass of water rather than the medicine cabinet.

Stress When we’re stressed the jaw tightens, sleep is disturbed and the hormones, adrenaline and cortisol increase in the body to help us deal with the situation. This puts added pressure on the liver which can cause headaches. Taking time to breathe and relax will often provide short term relief. dealing with the issues behind the stress will provide longer term solutions. 48

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Caffeine overload Caffeine is a diuretic. It removes water from the body. It’s also a chemical that needs to be dealt with by the liver. Cut back on the coffee and swap to herbal tea that will hydrate the brain.

Magnesium imbalance The body uses magnesium to relax muscles in the body. An imbalance can cause muscles in the jaw, face and head to tighten. This can result in headaches. Try taking a good quality magnesium supplement such as natures Sunshine magnesium.

A physical technique for headache relief is to rub and press hard on the supraorbital ridge – the eyebrow bones. This will feel particulary tender if you have a headache but can provide quick pain relief without the need for drugs. If YOu ArE SuffErIng frOm rEgulAr HEAdACHES And mIgrAInES And WAnT TO dISCuSS An AlTErnATIvE TO mEdICATIOn, WHY nOT COnTACT balancedwellness.co.uk. AlWAYS COnSulT YOur gp If YOu’rE unSurE.

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The aim is to raise awareness of those men affected by prostate and testicular cancer and mental health problems. movember foundation developed this brilliant idea to change the face of mens’ health back 2003. Since then over four million moustaches have been grown across 21 different countries. It started off in Australia and has since become a global movement successfully raising £300 million so far!

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With car buyers falling over themselves in the rush for the ubiquitous crossover or SUV, is the estate car market in danger of imminent demise? Not a bit of it! Here in the UK, we bought 292,911 new estate cars last year proving that the conventional two-box estate still remains the preferred family load lugger. Here’s our top 10 of the current crop…

Peugeot 308 SW The new 308 SW is hard to beat if it’s space you’re after. It can swallow 610 litres of luggage, plus another 70 in an underfloor storage area. drop the rear seats for a whopping 1600 litres. proven engines, well-equipped, comfortable and a good solid drive, what’s not to like? frOm £17,145 52

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KIA Cee’d Sportswagon now here’s an all-round bargain. It has a decent sized boot (528/1660 litres), the prices are honest and it’s inexpensive to run. Well-equipped even in base-spec ‘1’, the Cee’d Sportswagon is a comfortable car and a reasonable drive – and don’t forget that 7-year transferable warranty. frOm £15,650

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Volvo XC70 based on the already spacious and refined v70, the XC70 gains ride height, front and rear scuff plates, body cladding and chunkier tyres to offer a more rugged appearance. Add volvo’s reputation for safety and the XC70 makes a lot of sense. but it’s pricey though. boot space: 575/1600 litres. frOm £34,470

Volkswagen Passat Estate It may look similar to the previous model but the newest, eightgeneration passat Estate is better to drive, more practical and has more space than ever (650/1780 litres). lighter than the model it replaces, the new passat Estate has improved ride and handling, good fi t-and-finish and improved fuel economy and CO2 emissions. frOm £23,870

Dacia Logan MCV dacia’s ‘maximum Capacity vehicle’ offers exemplary load carrying ability for an extremely modest price. The 1.2-litre model in austere Access trim is the cheapest estate car available in the uK, so is ideal for those on a restricted budget. There’s a very useful 573/1518-litre boot capacity too. frOm £6,99

Audi A6 Avant The A6 Avant estate offers an excellent range of engines and all Audis have attractive looks and well-built interiors. It may not be quite as fun to drive as the bmW 5-Series, but it’s got a huge 565-litre boot that rises to 1680 litres with the rear seats down. frOm £34,345

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Mazda6 Tourer The mazda6 Tourer is a stylish option – with all the substance you’ll need. It’s one of the most engaging cars to drive, while the strong petrol and diesel engines return excellent real-world fuel economy. At 525/1649 litres, some rivals fare slightly better, but few are as nice from the driver’s seat. frOm £21,725

BMW 5-Series Tourer If load-lugging ability and a premium badge are your requirements, the 5-Series should be on your driveway. A 560/1670-litre load capacity is on offer and the classy cabin gets plenty of standard kit. refined at speed, it also proves great to drive with a superb blend of ride and handling. frOm £33,065

SEAT Leon ST The SEAT leon ST has striking looks, a great range of engines and is good fun to drive. The interior is stylish, well-built and comfortable. The 587/1471-litre boot is smaller than some rivals but it’s useful shape should prove plenty big enough for most families. frOm £18,695

Škoda Superb Estate The all-new, third-generation Superb Estate went on sale in the summer to critical acclaim. Superb in name and by nature, it’s supremely comfortable, affordable and absolutely cavernous inside. The boot totals 660 litres with the rear seats in their normal place, or 1950 litres with them folded down. frOm £19,840

Hyundai i40 Tourer The recently refreshed i40 Tourer is a strong all-rounder that’s good value for money. passengers will appreciate the interior space and smooth ride but its luggage capacity of 525/1719 litres is where this car really impresses. Just one 1.7-litre diesel engine is offered, but is available in two states of tune. frOm £19,600 54

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If you’re trying to improve your career prospects and build a better network of connections in your work or business, LinkedIn is well worth becoming a part of, if you’re not already. LinkedIn is a social network, a bit like Facebook but for professionals, and it can provide significant benefits when utilised to it’s full.

Every member has a profile where you can showcase your career history, qualifications and awards. Other users can make recommendations and offer testimonials as well as review your credentials and request permission to connect. It’s like an online Cv and it can be a really useful tool when considering the future of your career, especially when considering a change. It’s also a valuable resource for employers searching for hidden talent, so keeping upto date is key. making connections and building relationships in business is essential, so T&C is here with a few simple tips.

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Picture perfect first impressions are important and this begins with your image. Your profile picture is the first thing anyone exploring your page will see. How you represent yourself visually could determine whether the viewer continues through your profile or moves on. Selfies from friday night are unlikely to impress.

Strapline Within a few words you must sell yourself enough to keep the reader engaged. This can be updated as regularly as you like, so there’s no need to spend hours getting it right first time around. Keep it simple and over time this can develop and change. It’s the strapline accompanying your new picture. You’re creating a brand for yourself so be clever, creative and think about how you can stand out from the crowd.

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Since the first animal welfare legislation was issued in the UK in 1822, better treatment of our fellow species has been an increasingly relevant talking point. Animal Pet petition rights, which is the notion that animals just as humans In the age of sharing information through social have feelings and needs that have to be considered, is media, petitions have become a popular way of a topic gaining attention as people are finding different making the world a better place for animals. An approaches to taking action on them. We take a look at example is the public outburst against the Yulin festival, a ‘celebration’ of the consumption of dog some of the most popular ways of protecting animals. meat in China, which sees the dogs abducted

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The number of people choosing a vegetarian or vegan diet has skyrocketed within the last few years. According to the vegetarian Society, about 1.2 million people living in the uK don’t eat meat or fish. The reasons to go veggie are numerous: lose weight, become healthier, save the environment and, of course, stop animal cruelty.

using websites like change.org or 38degrees.org.uk, people create and sign petitions against cruel traditions, ultimately taking the tens of thousands of signatures to the government in demand of change.

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What’s the difference? You may not feel that you’re making a difference, but you are. Studies have shown that one person going veggie can save 37 animals from death per year – that’s about 2,700 animals in a lifetime! And every single volunteer working for a shelter can make a difference by socialising with and caring for cats, dogs and other domestic creatures. Even signing an online petition can make a difference – you just have to do it.

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beautiful The Russian State Ballet of Siberia returns in 2016 for a nationwide tour. The Company’s 14th UK tour will include exquisite performances of four of the world’s most beautiful and popular ballets and the UK premiere of a brand new production – ‘The Snow Maiden’. 62

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ballet formed in 1981, The russian State ballet of Siberia has become established as one of russia’s leading ballet companies. under the artistic directorship of Sergei bobrov, leading dancers from across russia have forged their skills and artistry performing an expanding repertoire of new works and exceptional productions of timeless classics. The soloists and corps de ballet are superb, delighting audiences with their breath-taking physical ability and dazzling costumes as each storyline unfolds to the live accompaniment of the russian State ballet Orchestra of Siberia. The company comprises over 40 dancers and 30 musicians.

Commenting on the tour, Sergei bobrov said “It’s always a pleasure to bring the unique traditions of Russian Ballet to British audiences. Touring across the UK with a full company of dancers as well as highly skilled musicians is always exciting; for me, it’s very special to have the power of a symphony orchestra bringing the choreography to life on stage. I’m delighted to present my new staging of The Snow maiden for the very first time.”

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The Snow Maiden

The Nutcracker

Swan Lake

protected from the outside world by father frost, the exquisite Snow maiden plays innocently amongst the dancing snowflakes in the enchanted land of frost. based on a traditional folk-tale, set in the snow covered landscape of rural russia, this seasonal sparkler follows the Snow maiden as she dances into the human world. Captivated by the colourful village and the people who live there, she ventures too far and is swept up by feelings of love, temptation and betrayal. When finally she surrenders herself completely and warms to that love, her heart melts in a tragic embrace.

This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes fall outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the gifts beneath. When midnight strikes we’re swept away to a fairy tale world where nothing is quite as it seems. Toy dolls spring to life, the mouse King and his mouse army battle with the nutcracker prince and we travel through the land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins.

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. from the impressive splendour of the palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all. from Odile, the temptress in black tulle as she seduces the prince by spinning with captivating precision to the spellbound purity of the swan queen, Odette as she flutters with emotional intensity, the dual role of Odette/Odile is one of ballet’s most unmissable technical challenges.

Giselle

This is the classic story of love and innocence, mystery and magic set to Tchaikovsky’s sublime score. Stunning choreography, sumptuous costumes and wonderful sets form the fantasy world in which the lilac fairy struggles against the evil Carabosse.

The most poignant of all classical ballets is filled with dramatic passion in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness from beyond the grave. The moving story of delicate giselle and her aristocratic but duplicitous lover Albrecht is set to a glorious score. from the visual splendour of the rustic villagers happily gathering the harvest at the start of the story to the eerie moonlit forest haunted by beautifully drifting spirits, this production is unforgettable.

Sleeping Beauty

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Listen to me Marlon 19:00 (15) Fri 6 The Martian (12a) 19:00 Sat 7 a Walk in the 19:00 Woods (15) Thu 12 Fidelio, aliceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 19:00 Journey (15) Fri 13 The Second 19:00 Mother(15) Sat 14 Macbeth (15) 19:00 Thu 19 The night of the 19:00 Hunter (12a) Fri 20 The Lobster (15) 19:00 Sat 21 Suffragette (12a) 19:00 Thu 26 Suffragette (12a) 16:00 Thu 26 Tangerines (15) 19:00 Fri 27 Brief Encounter (PG) 19:00 Sat 28 Crimson Peak (15) 19:00 DeCemBeR Thu 3 Macbeth (15) 16:00 Thu 3 Sicario (15) 19:00 Fri 4 Vertigo (PG) 19:00 Sat 5 Love (18) 19:00 Thu 10 Taxi Tehran (tbc) 19:00 Fri 11 Brooklyn (12a) 19:00 Sat 12 Dr Zhivago (PG) 18:30 Thu 17 Radiator (15) 19:00 Fri 18 Spectre (12a) 19:00 Sat 19 Paddington (PG) 16:00 Sat 19 Spectre (12a) 19:00 note that the programme is subject to change without notice.

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