People & Places September 2020

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ISSUE 8. SEPTEMBER 2020

YORK & SURROUNDING AREAS

HOMES AND INTERIORS

Shining a Light A Brief History of Bathrooms

LIFESTYLE

Growing an Interest in Antiques

HEALTH AND BEAUTY

Goodbye Gloss Fashion’s Worst Crimes

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Hello and welcome to the September edition of People & Places.

First of all, I wanted to say that its great to be back, these are very testing, worrying times we are living through and hope that all our readership are well and staying safe.

Autumn is a time when we have lots to look forward to with Halloween, Bonfire night and Christmas just a few months away.

I thought I would share with you some of my favourite things about autumn.

Darker evening’s mean lighting the fire and candles and snuggling up in the warm glow with a delicious hot chocolate (with marshmallows and cream of course).

Taking in the scenery on a long woodland walk, marvelling at all the vibrant colours of the leaves as they turn from green to gold and red, hearing the wonderful sound of them crunching under your feet.

After your long walk winter is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to lots of comfort food, from hearty casseroles with buttery mash, to bread and butter pudding with lashings of fresh cream or custard.

As the nights draw in our TV also becomes more enjoyable, with exciting new dramas and old favourites returning to our screens.

See you next month.

Vicki.

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7 HOMES AND INTERIORS A Brief History of Bathrooms.........................................6 Shining A Light On The Not So Out Of The Ordinary.............................................................7

LIFESTYLE Growing An Interest In Antiques................................12

HEALTH & BEAUTY Goodbye Gloss..............................................................14 Let’s Talk About... Self-Harm.....................................15

FASHION Fashion’s Worst Crimes................................................15

FOOD & DRINK The Saddle Inn............................................................18 The Healthiest Drink In Town...................................20 Coca-Cola Braised Beef Brisket...................................21 Chicken & Mushroom Pie...........................................21 Chocolate Fudge Beetroot Traybake...........................22

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If you grew up in the immediate post-World War II years, then chances are you remember the outside lav. A cold and somewhat uninviting place, whether you had one at home, or simply knew someone that still hadn’t moved their toilet inside, considering how long it took for Britain to master the art of running water in the home it’s remarkable to think that only 70 years ago many of us were still dashing out the backdoor whenever we needed to relieve ourselves.

DIY AND HOME IMPROVEMENT

A Brief History of Bathrooms

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he story of bathrooms is far more interesting than many would give credit for. Few would guess it was the privy council of Elizabeth I’s reign that invented the flush toilet, for example. On record, there’s no evidence the monarch used it herself, and it’s hard to blame her for being so neglectful, given that without the luxury of a running water supply these technological innovations defined the term ‘well before their time’.

It was only in the mid-19th Century, with a cholera epidemic in London, that one Dr. John Snow began taking the first steps towards revolutionising how we washed, and where. Mapping the locations at which victims succumbed to the disease, he noticed that many were concentrated close to a public water pump at 37 Broad Street.

Suggesting that the handle to power the sanitary kit should be removed, once this happened the epidemic stopped immediately.

Somewhat inadvertently, he had managed to prove a correlation between human waste and disease, showing people that sanitation, in particular excrement waste disposal, needed to be located far from drinking water sources. Thus the Metropolitan Water Act was introduced, in the hope of making ‘provision for securing the supply to the metropolis of pure and wholesome water’. The public pumps were

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replaced with pipes delivering water directly to the home.

It didn’t take long for another revelation to materialise. Architects and homeowners of the day were somewhat confused as to how this new trend should be standardised. In the first days, weeks and months, pipes were being fitting into homes rather haphazardly, with fresh water sent into every bedroom to supply sinks that were now replacing old washstands. Flush toilets themselves were stuck anywhere large enough to house them, usually a closet, hence the ‘water closet’.

Soon this practice proved to be far too expensive for most, and so rather than piping the supply to multiple parts of the house, experts realised it was far simpler, and cheaper, to concentrate on one, specifically designed room. Thus the bathroom was born, a corner of the home that would be spacious enough to boast both toilet and washing facilities like baths and sinks. At first these were lavish and highly decorated, largely due to the fact that early adopters were usually rich, but soon, with the advent of germ theory, they took on a more hospital-like look, with the focus being making them easy to clean and sanitise via tiles or porcelain; not a million miles from what we still have in our homes today.

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SHINING A LIGHT

ON THE NOT SO OUT OF THE ORDINARY

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ighting is one of the most important elements of your home interior and can either make or break a space. With Autumn on the horizon and the nights ready to draw in, it may be time to re-evaluate your living space and how your lighting affects you and your surroundings.

A LITTLE HISTORY OF THE LAMPSHADE

Lighting has come a long way from the bare incandescent light bulb, to the different shapes, styles, and textiles of lampshades that are produced today. Modern iterations tell us a lot about the history of design and about how the yesteryear of Interior Design has evolved from when gas lighting was introduced in the nineteenth century, to the Victorian era of early decorative ornate shades, to when Louis Comfort Tiffany began producing stained glass ornate shades, the rationing in the Second World war producing shades from the parachute silk to the 1970’s ‘Mop Cap’, to the frills and ruffles of the 1980’s and the frothy frou frou of the 1990’s to the modern clean lines of the noughties.

Only a few short generations ago, once the sun went down, taking with it the light that it brought into the home, candles and oil lamps had to be lit. Originally lampshades were functional, predominantly glass to guard against exposure of the naked flame. These were naturally popular at the time, but as more modern methods of lighting evolved, we saw the introduction of fabrics, stretched over a wire frame, and soon the fabric lampshade became commonplace in almost every household.

Today, lampshades can be a real centrepiece in your home - they can be beautiful, funky, eye-catching or low key, whatever you fancy.

There are four main types of lighting and these need to be considered in the home.

1. AMBIENT LIGHTING

Background lighting that you find in most rooms, it makes a space feel cosy if used properly.

2. ACCENT LIGHTING

This allows you to highlight and draw attention to specific areas or objects within the room.

3. TASK LIGHTING

As the name suggests, this type of lighting makes carrying out certain tasks easier.

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4. DECORATIVE LIGHTING

This is more of a statement than a source of light, it serves not much purpose other than to look attractive

CUSTOM MADE

Made to order shades are becoming ever popular, made from fabrics and trimmings of your choice, a one-off artisan piece made to your specification. Materials such as cotton, taffeta, velvet, linen, and even silk scarves can be used and combined with gorgeous linings, luxury trimmings and embellishments can look extremely stylish.

ALL ABOUT THE BASE

Reconditioning an old lampshade base can totally transform your piece and can be the finishing touch. There are a vast range of lamp bases available in all shapes and sizes, not just your ordinary pot base. Anything is possible nowadays, transforming old vases and candlesticks, vintage bases that can be picked up in charity shops, antique fairs and car boot sales, just make sure your base is solid and can hold your shade.

FLORAL GARDEN CHANDELIERS

As we are all staying at home a little bit more at the moment and spending more time in our outside space (if you are lucky enough to have one), floral chandeliers for the garden are becoming ever popular. Woodland lampshades are created using the structure of the frame, expertly bound with twigs, moss, dried flowers, herbs, and hand-sewn flowers and leaves stitched onto the binding.

Lights can also be attached around the frame making a beautiful hanging piece for your garden. I love them, each one is unique, and they look great as a focal point.

I’m a great believer of going with your instinct, there are no rules: fill your house with treasures that you love and don’t think about it too much, you’ll know what looks right.

There are lots of fabulous ideas out there, if unsure get some professional help and advice and have your own piece of chic irreverence.

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P&P Lifestyle Buying antiques does require a certain knowhow if you’re not going to waste your money.

GROWING AN INTEREST IN ANTIQUES Often, an interest in antiques is something that quietly creeps up on you. Few people wake up one morning and think, “I know, I’ll start collecting Faberge eggs.” The interest in a particular field of antiques is one that should grow along with your knowledge. Buying antiques does require a certain know-how if you’re not going to waste your money.

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n antique can be any collectible item that is approximately 100 years old or more and has an aesthetic value.

The value and collectability of certain items fluctuates along with current tastes. For example, the rise in popularity of computers for the home has lead to a marked devaluation of traditional writing desks. However, most collectables enjoy a steady market value.

What you first need to consider when looking to add to your collection is the piece’s history and originality. You will find many rare antiques come at a high price. The most common mistake is being fooled by what appear to be great buys when they are in fact replicas.

Occasionally, you will also find that some antique dealers will put up retouched items for sale.

With any antique, they really do look their best and hold the highest value when they haven’t been refurbished. The age and originality of the antique is what makes them so valuable. A little wear-andtear is to be expected with something that’s over a century old. The only possible exceptions are items like chairs, where they may be dangerous in their original state, but even then, those that have been professionally refurbished are never going to hold their value as well.

Certainly, if you’re a beginner in the world of antiques and you haven’t carried out research correctly, you may have difficulties in telling the difference between a reproduction and an original antique. All antique pieces should show some wear-and-tear and such small details are something that you should look out for when considering a purchase.

If you find the item looks flawless then it is more likely not to be a genuine antique.

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The best thing to do before you purchase any antique item is carry out some research. The internet has become an invaluable resource for amateur antique collectors. It will provide you with information relating to the price of antiques around the world as well as providing a good history of the item.

Although the internet is a good source for information relating to antiques, you should purchase antiques online with great caution.

It’s not possible for you to have a close inspection of the item being sold and irrefutable sellers will be keen to hide any defects. The rule is unless the item is being sold through a reputable dealer, buy elsewhere.

One of the best places you should go to when deciding to purchase an antique is an auction being held by a reputable auction house. These will ensure that the item you are likely to purchase is genuine and should also come with a certificate of authenticity or originality. Keen collectors visit antique auctions regularly in the search for coveted items. The most important thing for beginners is to do their research first and find out what the current market value of an item is before getting carried away on a bid. Good auction houses will issue guides prior to the day of the auction to give you a head start.

You may even find that boot sales are a good place to find antiques, if you know what to look for. You may even be lucky to find a rare item at a very good price, although regular boot sellers probably have more knowledge about antiques than you would hope. Treasures are more often found amongst everyday house sales when the boot seller doesn’t quite know what they are selling.

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WHEN WEARING A STATEMENT LIP, A FACE NEEDS LITTLE ELSE.

GOODBYE GLOSS

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rom June Sarpong to Victoria Beckham since the late 1990s celebrities have rarely gone as far as the corner shop for a pint of milk and a newspaper without slapping on their lipgloss. And where celebs go the beauty pages and the public follow. So for a good ten years we’ve been stocking up on Juicy Tubes, slapping on Stila Lip Glaze and coveting DuWop’s magical Lip Venom. But all of a sudden, and not just because winter is calling, the lip has gone seriously matte again!

RULE ONE: THINK MODERN If we’ve learnt one thing from gloss it’s that lips should shine. Fashion may be harking back to the 1980s but our make up shouldn’t have to thanks to ever more creative formulations. The new generation of lipsticks have a subtle shine or shimmer to them, even the most matte lip colours have a moisture to them which old school ‘sticks were devoid of. Check out MAC for lipsticks which are easily separated in to eight different ‘finishes’ from lustre to glaze.

RULE TWO: BOLD IS BEST After years of glossing it may come as a shock to swipe on a slick of lippy straight from the bullet but deep pigmentation is where it’s at.

This winter bold, deep reds and plums take over from a summer of oranges and pinks so jump right in the deep end. A killer red lip may seem hard to wear but can be so flattering. Pillar box red is universally

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flattering - try Shu Uemura’s Rouge Unlimited in RD190.

RULE THREE: BE PREPARED What the Scouts said applies to make up artists too. Where the sheen of lip gloss was forgiving when wearing lipsticks nothing is more essential than a good foundation. Two simple ways to ensure an excellent lip are to gently brush with a dry toothbrush to remove dry flakiness and encourage blood flow and to use a great lip salve as often as needed.

RULE FOUR: NEAT OR NOT? Take a close look at any recent beauty shots from and you’ll see two distinct trends - the ‘done’ lip and, of course, the ‘undone’ lip. The done lip is more carefully applied using a base of lip liner and layer upon layer of brushed on colour whereas the undone lip is more romantic, patted on to the centre of the lips for a fairy tale rosebud pout or gently smeared beyond the lipline using a finger. Which you choose should depend on the rest of your face and your outfit but, mostly, which you feel most comfortable in.

RULE FIVE: LIPS ALONE It’s an old rule but a good one. When wearing a statement lip, a face needs little else. A swipe of mascara, a pat of powder and a dusting of blusher and you’re ready to go.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT...

SELF-HARM

By Karen Hayward

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elf-harm is one of the least understood and most difficult to empathise with aspects of mental ill health and as such is also one of the most stigmatised. We tend to be very judgemental, dismissing it as attention seeking and believing it to be the preserve, mainly, of teenage girls and this is simply not the case. In fact, many people who self-harm will go to great lengths to hide the fact from their family and friends, the opposite of attention seeking.

Because many people hide their self-harm, it may not be readily apparent at first. However, there are some warning signs that you can look out for. These include (but are not limited to) unexplained or frequent injuries, blood on clothing or sheets, keeping fully covered especially during warm weather and avoiding situations where revealing clothing would be expected (e.g. sports like swimming).

Self-harm is a behaviour rather than an illness and people tend to use it as a means of coping with emotional distress. Self-harm can include cutting, scratching, burning, hitting, hair pulling, risk taking, drug and alcohol abuse, ingesting other substances, driving too quickly, unprotected sex – even piercings and tattoos can be self-harm if they are being used as a means of inflicting pain to reduce emotional distress.

When I trained as a Mental Health First Aid Instructor with MHFA England, I met a lovely lady from a charity called Battle Scars, based in Leeds. She explained that for her, self-harm was a reset.

It re-set her emotional and mental turmoil and allowed her to carry

MHFA TRAINING DATES – AUTUMN 2020 Online Adult Mental Health First Aid Course – September 21st & 22nd (15 hrs) The online MHFA course is usually delivered over a 10-14-day window. This course is being delivered as an intensive course for those wishing to complete it in a shorter timeframe. It is recommended that delegates allocate the two days to study, much as they would if they were attending the face-to-face course. MHFA England values this Internationally recognised course at £300 per person. My standard rate is £225 per person and additional discounts are available.

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on living. The alternative would be suicide. I learned a lot from listening to her. I learned not only about self-harm; its drivers, its impact, its consequences but I also learned about my own preconceptions and can now put these aside.

If you are concerned about someone, it is important that before you talk to them, reflect on your own feelings about self-harm so that those feelings don’t get in the way of the conversation. Do your research, understand more about the behaviour and if you think your feelings may get in the way, try to find someone else who may be able to have that conversation instead. When talking and listening, be mindful that self-harm can be very difficult to talk about or even acknowledge so allow the person to communicate at their own pace. The mental health charity Mind has some really good information and videos on self-harm that you might wish to look at.

Until next month…

Karen Karen Hayward is a Mental Health First Aid Instructor with MHFA England and also runs private therapy clinics in Ryedale, specialising in traumabased anxiety – www.karenhayward.co.uk

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Booking Link - https://mhfaengland.org/course-bookingform/?id=b8aaaf7c-55ae-ea11-a812-000d3ab826fd Online Adult Mental Health Aware Course – October 30th (4 hrs) This is an introductory course for those wishing to know more about mental health and to raise awareness. It is designed to give you an understanding of mental health, how to challenge stigma and gives a basic knowledge on some common mental health issues. It provides an introduction on looking after your own mental health and maintaining wellbeing. It will also give confidence to support someone in distress or who may be experiencing a mental health issue. MHFA England values this course at £125 per person. I am offering it for £95.

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FASHION’S

WORST

PLATFORM SHOES WERE ALL THE RAGE IN THE 70S

CRIMES There have been rumours from leading fashion houses that power dressing is back in vogue this winter. This is not altogether welcome news for those of us who remember it the first time. Looking back, the mammoth shoulder pads that made you look like Herman Munster were always going to be relegated to the faux pas bin of fashion. But they are not the only mistakes we have made throughout the years. Lycra cycling shorts anyone?

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nd did you wear mismatched neon socks and ra-ra skirts? Or were you a bit of a funky flare fan? We take a thankfully brief and slightly embarrassing stroll down the memory lane of fashion’s worst crimes.

SHOULDER PADS No self-respecting woman who saw Melanie Griffith in 80s movie, Working Girl, would have dared to be without her shoulder pads.

They’re the reason most people walked round looking like an American football player during the 80s.

FLARES This unflattering fashion disaster originated from the 60s but became most synonymous with the hippy-trippy look of the 70s. There were generally two types of flare: bell bottoms, which started out wide and gradually got wider, and loons (short for balloon) which started out quite snug and flared from the knee downwards. Despite a comeback in recent years in the more acceptable form of boot-cut jeans and trousers, flares in their original form look unlikely to ever return to fashion. Phew!

Jackets, coats, blouses, shirts, sweatshirts and even some t-shirts had shoulder pads sewn in - no item of clothing was safe. They were an essential part of the power-dressing scene and made famous by popular TV shows such as Dallas and Dynasty .

PLATFORM SHOES The 70s always gets a bashing for its multitude of fashion disasters, but there is one faux pas we simply cannot forgive - the platform shoe.

Imagine if you will, the ridiculous spectacle of men in very wide flares, teetering around on ridiculously high shoes while running for their early morning train at rush hour. Needless to say, many a broken ankle was blamed on this monstrous footwear.

TIE DYE This artistic, but utterly pointless design, made by twisting fabric and leaving it to soak in a bowl of bleach or colour was inexplicably popular in the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s at various intervals. Synonymous with hippies and rockers, the unusual design normally adorned the likes of long hippy skirts, dresses, trousers and headscarves. We’re not saying it was wrong, but we’re not saying it was right either.

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Shoulder pads enjoyed huge popularity until we all finally realised how ridiculous we looked in the late 80s.

MISMATCHING NEON SOCKS In the mid 80s some clever clogs saw fit to take a towelling sock and colour it neon shades of orange, yellow, pink and green. Wacky!

Needless to say, children and teenagers up and down the country thought donning them made them instantly rebellious and cool. They even decided to turn this bright sock idea into a true art form by wearing a different colour sock on each foot - genius.

SHELL SUITS This nasty nylon matching top and trouser suit monstrosity was originally designed as outdoor sportswear. But then people who obviously were not doing any sports started wearing them and they became the must-have item of the late 1980s. Children’s favourite, Jimmy Saville was one of the era’s most famous shell suit advocates.

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THE SADDLE INN PROUD TO BE LOCAL

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ou will find the Saddle Inn located on Fulford Road just on the outskirts of the city and is run by Steven & Rebecca Eccles. There is off road parking along with an excellent beer garden which boasts an exterior bar.

So, I hear you say, “What makes this place special?” Well let me tell you. On entering the main bar inside the Saddle, you are greeted by an interior which clearly has been decorated and maintained to a high standard but yet hasn’t lost that all important traditional feel. The atmosphere is friendly and warming along with staff that make you feel welcome.

I sat and chatted with Steven and Rebecca, during our conversation it was clear to see the passion which exuded from this couple. As we talked, I asked them about their aspirations and what it was they were looking to achieve. Rebecca replied “When we took over the Saddle we wanted to restore the traditional pub feel, we had to create something the local community could be proud of and looked forward to visiting, but, it was also important to make sure that people visiting York left here wanting to return”.

Steven sat quietly while Rebecca spoke then said “Traditional pubs are rare these days, somewhere that is accommodating and feels like

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home, all out staff are trained to the highest standards to give both new and old customers the best possible experience on every visit”.

Rebecca went on to say “We have a fully stocked bar offering a range fine wines, spirits, cask beers and lagers. We also have an excellent chef who has created a menu of freshly cooked dishes using only the best locally sourced ingredients”.

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THE HEALTHIEST DRINK IN TOWN TIP: Use vegetable juice as you would fruit juice in a variety of cocktails and long drinks.

Our bodies may depend on water for health and life, but if you are looking for a drink that can inject your body with concentrated nutrients, a cup of freshly juiced vegetables is the best around. If, like many people, you think that a savoury drink would be about as tasty as a sweet bag of potato crisps, you are wrong. Once you get over the initial strangeness, a savoury vegetable drink is delicious. What’s more, it is deliciously good for you.

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reshly squeezed juices, whether at home or in a juice bar, also ensure that you receive the full nutrients packed within fresh, wholesome vegetables. Nutritionists advise that you should aim to consume a variety of raw foods in your daily diet.

If you cook all of the vegetables you consume, you are probably destroying all the best nutrients.

Juiced raw vegetables are high in assimilable vitamins, minerals and plant enzymes. Because juicing removes the fibre, the nutrients appear in a concentrated form, which is partly why they are so good for you.

If you drank a juice containing the same quantity of vegetables that someone else eats, your body will receive an almost immediate boost from the juice compared to several hours for the person eating the vegetables. This is because juicing allows the nutrients to be easily absorbed in your blood stream instead of being broken down and absorbed slowly through your digestive tract. For those with digestive problems, juicing takes the strain out of the digestive system.

Experts have proved that your health can benefit immensely from the concentrated sources of the antioxidant vitamins contained in fresh vegetable or fruit juice. These include vitamin A, which is converted by the body from beta carotene contained in red, yellow and orange vegetables, and vitamin C and E, which mop up free radicals, destructive molecules linked to heart disease and cancer.

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say otherwise, the processing involved in commercially prepared juices destroys much of the nutritional content as well as destroying the enzymes, which help your body break down the nutrients. If you see the words ‘added vitamins’ it usually means that the natural, and vastly superior, vitamins have been destroyed. Added vitamins and minerals will be of use to your body but they will not compare to the natural source.

Some of the healthiest vegetables to juice, like green vegetables, can be an acquired taste. However, start off your introduction with the more easily tolerated varieties, including carrot, beetroot, parsnip, and red pepper, all of which have natural sugars to sweeten the drink.

Because the fibre is removed through the process of juicing, you must ensure that your diet still contains large portions of whole fruits and vegetables. Jane Edmonds, registered dietician at BUPA South Bank Hospital, advises that you should aim to drink no more than two portions of your recommended daily five.

Invest in a good quality juicer. As with any other food in your diet, opting for organic will ensure that you are not adding pesticides or other harmful ingredients to your super-healthy juice. If you cannot afford organic vegetables, make sure that you thoroughly wash the raw vegetables under cold running water. Any root vegetables should be scrubbed, but always leave the skin on as it contains many of the best nutrients.

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COCA-COLA BRAISED BEEF BRISKET This hugely popular soft drink adds an unparallel flavour to dishes, contributing a unique, savoury sweetness.

Long, slow simmering renders what is otherwise a notoriously chewy cut into a melt in the mouth meal.

Serves 5-6.

INGREDIENTS • 2 teaspoons brown sugar • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, cayenne pepper, sweet paprika and freshly ground black pepper • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground coriander and white pepper • One 2.5 - 3lb beef brisket, trimmed • 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 2 large onions, sliced 1/2-inch thick • 1 pound carrots, sliced 1/8-inch thick on a bias • 1 cup coca-cola • 1 can crushed tomatoes • 2 tablespoons ketchup METHOD 1. Combine the brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, cayenne, paprika, black pepper, cinnamon, cocoa powder, coriander and white pepper in a small bowl.

2. Rub the mixture evenly into the beef. Set the brisket in a baking dish, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

3. Preheat the oven to 325. Heat the vegetable oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place the brisket into the pot, fat side down, and sear the meat until richly browned, about six minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.

4. Add sliced onions to the oil in the pot and cook until softened for about 12-15 minutes. Keep the pot covered and stir frequently to prevent burning.

5. Add the carrots, cover and cook, stirring until softened, about five minutes. Transfer onions and carrots to a bowl.

6. Deglaze the pan by adding Coca-Cola, tomatoes and ketchup.

Scrape the bottom of the pot with the back of a wooden spoon to dissolve all of the brown, caramelized bits.

7. Carefully add the brisket back to the dutch oven along with any juices. Place the carrots and onions around the meat. If needed, add enough water to keep the meat half-submerged. Cover the pot with foil and close lid. Place in the oven to slowly braise for three hours.

8. Gently remove the brisket and allow to rest on a board, covered with foil, for 30 minutes. Raise oven temperature and slice the meat across the grain into 1/4-inch cuts.

9. Spoon-off any accumulated fat from the top of the juices left in the dutch oven and return the sliced brisket to the pot.

10. Return the pot to the oven, uncovered, and cook until the meat is tender, approximately 30-40 minutes.

11. Remove the pot from the oven and let stand for 15 minutes before removing the sliced brisket to a platter. Spoon over the onions, carrots and sauce and serve.

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM PIE A wholesome and hearty dish which provides a great way of using up leftover chicken. Using a bread mix is an easy way to produce a delicious crust without making pastry. Serves 8-12.

INGREDIENTS • 250g mushrooms • 1 bunch spring onions • 1 knob of butter (1) • 1 chicken stock cube • 500g mascarpone cheese • 15g plain flour • 50g grated parmesan cheese • 500g naan bread Mix • 290g water • 300g chopped, cooked chicken • salt and pepper to taste • knob of melted butter (2) METHOD 1. Slice 50g of the mushrooms and chop the rest. Clean and chop the spring onions, and fry both lightly in butter (1), taking care not to brown.

2. Stir in the crumbled chicken stock cube and leave to cool slightly.

3. Then spoon the mascarpone cheese into a bowl, add the plain flour and most of the grated parmesan cheese (saving a small amount to sprinkle over pie later). Blend all together until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Prepare the bread mix following instructions, then roll out a little more than half the dough to line the base and sides of a greased 30cm flan tin.

5. Fill with the chopped chicken, mushrooms and spring onions, then loosely dot over with the mascarpone mixture.

6. Roll out the remaining dough and use this to top the pie, ensuring the edges are well sealed.

7. Brush top with melted butter (2) and sprinkle with remaining grated parmesan cheese. Pierce the top with a fork in a few places to make some steam holes.

8. Bake in lower half of a preheated oven at 220C (425F Gas Mark 7) for 25-30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.

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P&P Food & Drink INGREDIENTS: * Two teaspoons baking powder * 310g plain flour * 60g cocoa powder * 200g caster sugar * 175g runny honey * 220g raw beetroot, peeled and grated * One teaspoon vanilla extract * 250ml vegetable oil * 125ml milk * Four egg yolks * Four egg whites, whipped to stiff peaks * 50g flaked almonds, toasted METHOD:

CHOCOLATE FUDGE BEETROOT TRAYBAKE This tasty traybake is irresistibly fudgy and moist thanks to the grated beetroot. A wonderful way of getting one of your five a day! Makes 28 squares.

1. Preheat oven 170 C / Gas Mark 3. Grease and line a 20x30cm baking tray.

2. Mix all the ingredients together well, except the egg whites.

3. Once thoroughly mixed, gently fold in egg whites.

4. Tip into prepared tray and bake in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes.

5. Remove from oven and cool for five minutes.

6. Turn out onto wire tray and ice with your favourite chocolate icing.

7. Top with flaked almonds and cut into squares.

THE HISTORY BEHIND SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE FOODS. CAESAR SALAD It is thought that Caesar salad originated in Rome and was named after Julius Caesar, but it was invented in 1924 by Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant in Mexico. Cardini owned a restaurant there and one very busy day he was running out of ingredients and in an attempt to make something for his customers he tossed together all his ingredients that he had left and there and then the Caesar salad was born.

THE SANDWICH The British sandwich was invented by the Earl of Sandwich (a town in Kent) he had a passion for playing poker and was often unwilling to take a break to eat. One day whilst playing a game he asked his chef to bring him a piece of meat in-between two slices of bread

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so he could continue to play whilst eating. All his friends decided that this was a fantastic idea and started asking for the same as a “sandwich “

CHEESECAKE

Cheesecakes were developed by the Greeks and were commonly served at Greek weddings. These were baked by the bride and served to her new husband’s family and friends it was considered a gesture of hospitality. The tradition continues across the world today, although they have become a lot more ornate and are now not traditionally made by the bride.

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