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The Great British

: ls a e v e r in t r a M James eave ‘Why I had to l en’ Saturday Kitch

bake off Stars share their winning recipes

Tasty best bites

‘Why I had to leave Saturday Kitchen’ The decision to leave his morning show left us more deflated than a sunken soufflé. Here James Martin reveals why he had to go

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By Alison James

‘I was at an awards ceremony in Dubai last year when a bloke on stage dropped dead, eight feet away from me. He was the same age as me and had a similar job’ year when a bloke on stage dropped dead, eight feet away from me. He was the same age as me and had a similar job. At that moment, I decided my career had to change.

“I had just two days off last year and it was getting tough. It wasn’t just Saturday mornings – I was having to give up Friday nights in my restaurant – a big ask for any chef – because I’d have to

James cooking up a storm in Saturday Kitchen (left) and above, co-presenting This Morning with Ruth Langsford

be in bed by 8pm in order to leave at 3am Saturday morning to get to London in time for the show. It was a huge commitment. When I stopped Saturday Kitchen I was able to do normal Saturday morning things like taking my dog for a walk. I also went on holiday for the first time in years.

“Saturday Kitchen was on air for four years before I took it over – now I’ve passed that baton on.”

James – who is even more handsome and personable in the flesh than on TV – has many a finger in many a pie. There’s his restaurant in Manchester, plus he’s planning to open a second in Hampshire in November, he’s the face of Asda supermarkets, a star turn at the Yorkshire Dales Food and Drink Festival in Skipton on July 31 and is, of course, intermittently hosting This Morning. He now has a couple of episodes under his belt and seems at home in the This Morning studio

but to begin with, he was nervous.

“Very, very nervous,” he laughs. “I love a new challenge but, even though I was used to live TV and talking to guests while another conversation was going on in my earpiece, This Morning was something else. It’s a TV institution.

When first approached by producers, I asked ‘Why me?’ and they replied it was because I had an opinion and that’s what they wanted rather just a puppet fronting the show. I really enjoy it.

I love interviewing and talking to people and the This Morning lot are a great team to work with.”

You can take the boy out of Yorkshire but not Yorkshire out of the boy.

That’s so true where James (44) is concerned. He may live half the time in Hampshire but home will always be Yorkshire. “I love it and will probably end my days there. I like the people – I find them genuine, honest

and reliable, but most of my work is in London and travelling all the time would be hard work.”

His much-loved mum is in Yorkshire, too, of course.

“I sometimes get criticised for mentioning my mother too much but she and the rest of my family inspire me,” smiles James. “Mum always says, ‘If you can’t buy it north of Watford, don’t talk about it on your TV show and don’t do anything too fancy,’ and I don’t. What’s the point of featuring recipes that include ingredients most people can’t easily get hold of? I try to cook simple grub for normal people but when I’m at home, Mum does all the cooking as I create too much mess. She won’t let me near her kitchen – she’s got a new cooker and thinks I’ll wreck the stovetop as I shake the pans so much!”

James, who’s happily dating but prefers to keep his personal life private, says that if he had to choose his last supper, it would definitely be one of Mum’s.

“Sunday lunch. Mum does the best roast dinner with proper gravy, no fancy stuff, and roast potatoes that are better than mine. I’m a farmer’s kid so I’d have lamb, pork, chicken and beef.”

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ime is said to be a great healer but four months on, we’re still feeling the loss of TV chef James Martin from BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen.

The show is still worth a mouth-watering watch but truth is, it’s just not the same without James manning the saucepans and spatulas.

“That’s lovely of you to say so but it really was time for me to go,” he tells us over breakfast at a central London hotel. “There were loads of rumours going around about why I left – from being told I wasn’t allowed to make an omelette, to budget cuts.

But the truth is that ten years of doing the show every Saturday morning was enough.

“I was at an awards ceremony in Dubai last

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One fifth of all visits to the GP in the UK is due to tiredness and low energy. Health writer Karen Evennett talks to experts about how tweaks to your lifestyle could make a difference.

So before you see the doctor, take a look at our checklist…

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n Judy Watson is a nutritional therapist (www.judywatson nutritionist.co.uk)

n Sid Dajani is a pharmacist and spokesperson for the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

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tress is a major energy saboteur, with other tell-tale signs including itchy skin, blocked sinuses, headaches, back pain, heartburn, IBS and excess sweating. “They’re all caused by your body producing too much of the fight or flight hormone cortisol,” says nutritionist Judy Watson. “It can eventually lead to adrenal fatigue, depleting Vitamin C and magnesium and leaving you exhausted.”

Try this: Eat kiwi fruit – rich in Vitamin C – along with nuts for magnesium.

A protein-rich breakfast and lunch such as poached egg on toast and a grilled chicken salad will stop sugar cravings and prevent blood sugar levels crashing, both energy drainers.

feel better “You may be getting your eight hours at night, – but daytime tiredness can be a sign that you’re not getting the quality of sleep that you need,” says Sammy Margo morning walk (in daylight) will set your circadian rhythm so you’re ready for sleep 16-18 hours later, while the free Sleep Cycle App (from www.sleepcycle.com) can sense when you’re entering a lighter phase of sleep, waking you at an appropriate time. You should also wind down for bed with a 40-minute relaxation routine. Try a warm bath and a book, but no TV or alcohol.

If you’re used to an active lifestyle you’ll know how low and lethargic you feel if you’re prevented from getting out and about. “That’s because exercise boosts levels of your body’s naturally energising opiates,” says physiotherapist Sammy Margo. “Long-term lack of exercise also leads to ‘disuse atrophy’, which basically means that every cell of your body slows down. You can end up feeling like you’re climbing up a downward escalator.”

Try this: If you’re not used to exercising, start with bite-sized chunks such as 10 minutes of walking, three or four times a day, then build it up.

…and how to beat them IS YOUR BLOOD SUGAR GOING HAYWIRE? If you're not just lacking energy, but are thirsty and going to the loo a lot, talk to your GP about type 2 diabetes, which causes fatigue. “If tests confirm the diagnosis your GP may suggest trying to manage your condition with diet changes before considering drugs,” says Judy.

Try this: “A highprotein diet with lots of green veg stops your body pumping out too much insulin. Also, add ½ tsp of cinnamon to food twice a day,” says Judy.

Could your hormones hormone be out of kilter?

The hormone most likely to affect your energy levels is thyroxine, which controls your metabolism. “When this is on a go-slow, so are you,” says Judy. “As well as dwindling energy levels, you’re likely to be gaining weight and suffering with a low mood.”

Try this: “Selenium (from Brazil nuts, mushrooms and turkey) and iodine (from milk and seafood) could help to boost your thyroid function,” says Judy.

WHAT MEDICINES ARE YOU TAKING? “Low energy or fatigue can be a temporary problem with some antidepressants and HRTs, while your body adjusts to them,” says pharmacist Sid Dajani.

“Some painkillers (especially if they contain codeine) – along with certain antihistamines for allergies – can also cause a ‘drug hangover’.”

Try this: Always read the medicine’s information leaflet and talk to your pharmacist or GP about persistent tiredness - don’t just assume it’s down to something you’re taking. They may change or tweak your dose.

DO YOU NEED A MINERAL BOOST? Iron and Vitamin B12, from protein, are essential for energy, but harder to absorb as you get older.

Try this: Add 1 dsp of cider vinegar to warm (boiled and cooled) water. Drink before breakfast and dinner for 2-3 weeks to increase stomach acid, which helps break down protein.

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SHOULD YOU BE GETTING MORE ACTIVE?

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Got a licence but haven’t driven for years?

With our expert advice you’ll soon feel calm and comfortable again By Emily Thorpe

Kevin Jones is the Head of Communications for Peugeot UK

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“Before you attempt to drive anywhere, take time to familiarise yourself with the positioning of the controls in your car and get comfortable, ensuring you have a good view of the road ahead,” says Kevin Jones, head of communications for Peugeot.

Reminding yourself of the different car functions, such as where the lights and window wipers are, is an essential check before you hit the road.

When you feel ready and the time is right for you to take to the roads, try to drive during quieter times of the day, outside of ‘rush hour’ or at night. Ask a friend to come with you for company and guidance, so you feel more relaxed.

Before you set off, think about where you want to go and the route you need to take, whether you’re visiting the shops or simply filling up with petrol. Reducing unexpected surprises will help you feel more relaxed about the journey.

Start with small journeys to build your confidence and work up to bigger trips. As the driver, you are the one in control, but it’s easy for your speed to be influenced by other road users. Where possible, stay in the left-hand lane on dual carriageways to allow yourself to remain at a steady pace while you build up your confidence. “It’s important not to feel intimidated by other road users,” says Kevin. “You have as much right to that piece of Tarmac as they do.”

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You don’t need to be too close to the steering wheel, but two-thirds of an arm’s length is recommended.

“Adjust the door mirrors so you can see the edges of the rear wing and a wide view of all that is behind you,” says Kevin.

“If you can see the wheels, it will give you better road positioning, so you will know how far away from the curb you are and the road ahead.”

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If just sitting behind the wheel makes you nervous, try a few de-stress techniques. Put some music on that lifts your spirits, or listen to a favourite CD. Remember to breathe deeply, and roll your shoulders back to ease tension. Try putting a few drops of a relaxing essential oil, such as lavender, onto a tissue in your glove compartment to help reduce anxiety. Think back to a previous successful journey you made that didn’t leave you feeling stressed.

GET HELP FOR FREE The AA offers a free two-hour Drive Confident course for people who feel nervous about driving again after time off. They can help you feel more confident about driving in general, give you a refresher course on the highway code and even help with parallel parking and busy junctions. n Find out more at www.theaa.com/pupil/refresher training.do;

GOOD to KNOW DID YOU KNOW? There is no age limit for driving, but once you reach 70 you must renew your licence every three years

DO YOU KNOW YOUR HIGHWAY CODE?

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The left-hand lane on a motorway is for use by... a) Any vehicle b) Emergency vehicles only c) Slow vehicles only d) Large vehicles only

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what must a driver do at a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing? a) Signal the pedestrian to cross b) Give way to any pedestrians on the crossing c) Wait for the red and amber light before proceeding d) Always wait for the green light before proceeding

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You are approaching traffic lights. red and amber are showing.

This means a) The lights are about to change to red b) Wait for the green light before you cross the stop line c) There is a fault with the lights – take care d) Pass the lights if the road is clear

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A bus lane on your left shows no times of operation.

This means it is a) Only in operation at peak times b) Only in operation in daylight hours c) In operation 24 hours a day d) Not in operation at all

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You are on a motorway. when can you use hazard warning lights? (select two) a) When a vehicle is following too closely b) When you have broken down on the hard shoulder c) When you slow down quickly because of danger ahead d) When you are towing another vehicle e) When driving on the hard shoulder

Answers: 1: A; 2: B; 3: B; 4: C; 5: B and C

Test yourself with these quick-fire questions from BSM Driving School

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TIN LIGHT

candles

Turn old jelly moulds into pretty candles for your home

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fun to make USE SOY WAX

YOU NEED: (makes three candles)

Traditional paraffin wax is made from crude oil and can be toxic when burned. Soy wax is non-toxic and environmentally friendly.

It burns longer and is much easier to clean up when candle-making at home. Use a soft cloth and some warm, soapy water to mop up any spills.

n Glue dots or glue gun n 3 x 10cm (4in) pre-waxed

votive wicks n 3 small brioche tins or metal jelly

moulds – roughly 150ml (5floz) capacity n 6 wick-supporting sticks

(or wooden cooking skewers cut in half)

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n 6 small elastic bands n 750g (27oz) flaked soy wax –

If the wax dries with a small dip around the wick, fill it with melted wax then thinly cover the surface of the candle for a smooth finish.

about 225g (7½oz) or roughly twice the volume of your tin, for each mould n Small pan or metal mixing bowl n Large saucepan n Optional: fragrance oil

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Using a glue gun or glue dot, fix a prewaxed wick securely to the bottom of each of your tins. Allow the glue to set.

The wick needs to be secure before you pour in the wax or it will float up and fall over before the wax has time to set.

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Hold a pair of sticks or skewers tightly together and wrap a small elastic band round both ends. Lay the sticks across the rim of one of the tins and thread the wick between the two sticks to keep it upright.

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Pour a small amount of hot liquid wax into the bottom of the tins to just cover the metal disc of the wick in each one. Leave the wax to harden for 10 minutes. Allowing a little wax to form around the wick will make sure it stays in place for the main pour at Step 5.

If the remaining wax has hardened, gently reheat it then pour carefully into each of your tins to within about ¼in (6mm) of the top edges. Take care not to spill it on anything else as it will be very hot. Leave the candles in a safe place to cool down for the wax to set.

Place the flaked soy wax in a small heatproof bowl and set over a pan of simmering water over a medium heat. Add three drops of fragrance oil (optional) and allow the wax to melt until it’s completely clear.

Using a pair of scissors, hold the wicks gently between thumb and forefinger and gently trim them down to about 12mm (½in) from the top surface of the wax. Put to one side to set. Leave your candles for at least 24 hours before you light them.

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BRITAIN THURSO It’s a way up!

Thurso is the most northerly town on the UK mainland.

The journey up on the train from Inverness is on one of Scotland’s most scenic lines – it skims firths, the eastern coastline and then turns inland following Helmsdale River before crossing the bleak but stunning Sutherland and Caithness peatlands. Being so far north it benefits from long summer days when it doesn’t get totally dark, while in winter the Northern Lights are often visible.

this unspoilt little seaside town is known for its fishing industry. right, thurso castle

Gift Shop is a tiny treasure trove of scarves, brooches and more. n the kiln store 01847 896262; coo’s tail Gallery 01847 893623; Gemini Gift shop 01847 895657

A voyage of discovery Find out more about the history of the town – from the ancient Picts and Vikings to more modern times – at the Caithness Horizons county museum. My favourite artifact is the Ulbster stone, I love the mystery of it and the intricate carving. It’s

free to get in, too. n 01847 896508, www. caithnesshorizons.co.uk

Little gems The seafront is kept natural with no amusement arcades or candyfloss. What it does have is amazing views across the Pentland Firth to Orkney and Dunnet Head to the east, which is the most northerly point on the mainland. You can take a day trip to Orkney, which takes you past the famous sea stack The Old Man of Hoy (below, left).

A Royal drive Shop ‘til you drop There are some wonderful independent shops in my town. I love browsing in The Kiln Store, which smells amazing and sells gifts, home accessories and candles. Coo’s Tail Gallery is a framing business which also sells lovely works of art and the Gemini

highlights include the famous sea stack and a chance to see the Northern lights in winter

If you drive 15 miles east you can see the Castle of Mey – the former holiday home of the Queen Mother.

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take a tour of the castle and walled gardens from MaySeptember (apart from when Charles is in residence). n www.castleofmey.org.uk

Time for a treat Follow Victoria Walk from the beach to nearby Scrabster Harbour. I’d recommend popping into Cups Tearoom, where the carrot and pineapple cake is amazing.

If you’re feeling energetic, continue walking past the harbour on to Holborn Head lighthouse. n 01847 896274, www.cups-scrabster.co.uk

Don’t miss… a stroll by the river thurso through the park where you might see all sorts of birds or a seal.

n Tell us about hidden gems of the UK send a review of a place you know and love (400 words with photos – send one with you in it), with your name, age and address to: lizzy Dening at the address on page 3 or email lizzy.dening@bauermedia.co.uk. We pay £50 for each story we publish.

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Reader Karen Simpson gives us a tour of her Scottish hometown