Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2016 i Fairlady

Dene Smuts Former shadow Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development for the DA, who edited FAIRLADY from 1984 to 1987. I’ve always admired her. She was already, as she put it, ‘a liberal of my own persuasion’ before she joined the then-Democratic Party in 1989. She was SA’s first-ever female whip in Parliament and a gender activist for women’s rights. She was one of the good ones, and we will all feel her absence. The friendship of women I love this story about Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe that I read on huffingtonpost.com. Ella wasn’t allowed to play at the Mocambo (then Hollywood’s hottest nightclub) because she was black. Marilyn, who was a huge fan, told the club’s owners that if they hired Ella, she would sit in the front…

Dr Jorrie Jordaan – headmaster at Hoërskool Linden, JHB ‘It would be a great if all the work could be done at school, but there’s just not enough time to get through the syllabus. For some subjects, no homework could work, but for others it is beneficial. Some techniques in accounting, engineering and design can only be learnt through homework. These subjects require practice. In Grades 8 and 9 it would be great to get everything done at school – but in the higher grades they’ll struggle to master these techniques because they’re learnt by repetition. I’d accept children from a no-homework primary school, but we would train them to do homework.’ Rajen Pillay, head of academics at Parktown Boys’ High School, JHB ‘I’m not in favour of this policy.…

“My children helped make me become the adult I am.” ‘I swear this is a true story,’ says Alex. ‘My love of music literally began in the cot. My mom was a big pop fan and she kept the radio on all the time. Every time ‘She Loves You’ by The Beatles came on, I’d lose my crap and shake my legs around. ‘For my third birthday, I kid you not, I was given a turntable, one of those old-school Bakelite things. My grandparents took turns to buy me seven singles. They’d say, “Play that song.” And I’d look through the labels, pick the record and put it on. And it was the right one! There was a connection to the shimmering joy of pop; it resonated with me. I…

• The mid-year Five-Petalled Rose festival (the name is derived from a family crest) dates back to more than a century ago. It traditionally includes swordplay, a historic costume parade through the town, a Gothic tournament, an evening fire parade and live chess. www.czechtourism.com/e/five-petalled-rosecelebrations-cesky-krumlov/ • Learn more about absinthe – from how to choose which type to drink to books and poetry on the subject: www.absinthe.se/absinthe-reviews/czech-republic/ • Plot your path or be an armchair traveller – google the following sites: Egon Schiele Centre: www.schieleartcentrum.cz Marionette Museum: www.marionettemuseum.cz Wax Museum: www.ckrumlov.cz/uk/mesto/firmy/t_ waxmus.htm Loutek Puppet Museum: www.czechtourism.com/c/cesky-krumlov-puppet-museum/ Krumlov Castle: www.castle.ckrumlov.cz/docs/en/atr3.xml Two Marys: www.ckrumlov.cz/uk/mesto/rpphv/i_udmary.htm Laibon restaurant: www.laibon.cz Pod Radnicí: www.podradnicick.cz Ceský Perník: www.ceskykrumlovoriginal.com Good Soldier Svejk: www.svejkck.cz/english/ Eggenberg brewery: www.eggenberg.cz • Not heading to the Czech Republic anytime soon but want to try absinthe? Jorgensen’s Distillery makes a hand-crafted organic South African absinthe…

“My humour is genetic. I know no other way to be. I come” from a line of funny women. My mother is hysterical. I hate making small talk. It’s actually saying nothing. I’d rather have a meaningful conversation. Small talk is mostly not honest, so it’s very hard work! I’m grand with being honest as it’s not work. That’s also why I decided, very early on, that I would never hide stuff in my public life. With Twitter, I can dip in and out as it suits me. I can step away from it in a way that I can’t step away from a cocktail party where I’m having to make polite conversation about the weather and travel. My experience on Twitter has made me believe in goodness, in the…

‘Your hip flexors (those inner hip muscles) tighten up after a long run, a cycle or a workout with squats or lunges. Hip flexors stabilise the pelvis during any forward movement of your legs. Sitting for long stretches means these muscles stay shortened, becoming tighter. When they’re too tight, the forward pull on your pelvis takes your body out of alignment. If your core is not strong enough to centre the pelvis again, this can cause back or hip pain. 1 Kneel, then place one foot in front of the body, hips facing forward and front foot perpendicular to your knee (not knee over toe). 2 Lean forward; place your hands on either side of the front foot. 3 Press your pelvis down, feeling the stretch up your thigh (quads),…

Yegs Ramiah, Santam Director “I’m looking for someone who’s pursued her passion, turning it into a business that contributes not just to her own financial stability, but also to society, through the creation of job opportunities." Yegs believes entrepreneurs play a special and essential role in South Africa. ‘They make a meaningful contribution not only to themselves, but to their communities and the economy too. The traits that set successful entrepreneurs apart are resilience and commitment. And the best way to stay committed is to pursue something you care deeply about, something you believe will make a difference.’ Yegs says it’s also important not to give up too soon. ‘Typically, the first 1000 days, or three years, are the hardest. Those who reach this critical milestone are the ones that…

Elizabeth Arden Flawless Start Instant Perfecting Primer (R365) contains a smoothing, triple-blurring complex (wow!) A MUST before applying makeup. Dolce & Gabbana Matte Lipstick in Dolce Rosa 222 (R710) is just like your natural lip colour. Only – better. And the matte texture lasts forever – as long as your lips are prepped with a bit of exfoliator! Combining a radiant, floral heart with velvety musk notes, Cartier La Panthère Eau De Parfum (R1285 for 75ml) is our new fave for winter. And we just love the panther-inspired bottle! Chanel Dimensions De Chanel Mascara in 10 (R575) lengthens, curls, volumises and lasts the entire day. No more panda eyes at 5pm! Blame it on the hipsters: beard oils are officially a thing. Help him keep his groomed with this luxe…

With the new at-home hair colour solutions from John Frieda® , changing your hair colour is as simple as switching up your lipstick. Enhance your shade between salon visits with one of the three new treatments that lighten or darken your hair just a notch. The Brilliant Brunette Visibly Deeper Colour Deepening Treatment creates a richly lustrous and sultry brunette, while the Visibly Brighter In-Shower Lightening Treatment adds a sun-kissed glow. The Sheer Blonde Go Blonder In-Shower Lightening Treatment is designed exclusively for blondes, lightening hair for a golden, all-over brighter blonde. Transforming your look has never been easier – it takes just five minutes and doesn’t require any messy mixing or gloves. In fact, you can do it in the shower! Just lather into wet hair and leave on…

Few things are more comforting than a bowl of hot soup on a cold winter’s day, so go ahead and dip into our ‘souper’ recipes. And while you’re at it, why not add a bit of crunch with some delectable croutons? Simply toss cubes of bread (ciabatta works a treat, but regular bread will do) with a little olive oil, salt and pepper (even a sprinkling of parmesan, if you’re feeling gourmet). Bake at 180ºC for about 10 minutes until golden and crunchy and voila! – you’re a domestic goddess.…

Pork is a fabulously versatile meat. The variety of cuts available means that it can be prepared in a host of different ways, whether for a lean midweek meal of pork chops and veg or a Sunday roast of pork belly with golden crispy crackling and all the trimmings. And the cherry on top? It’s a pretty cost-effective meat too. PORK WELLINGTON SERVES 4-6 This is a real winter winner: a gorgeous pork fillet with a mushroom duxelle and seasoned pork mince – all wrapped in golden pastry. For the mushroom duxelle 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 250g punnet button mushrooms, finely blitzed 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves For the pork mince 400g pork mince salt and milled pepper a few thyme…

Father’s Day finds Have a deluxe biltong hamper delivered to his door. Order online at www.biltongsa.com. For wine lovers: a month’s supply from The Wine of the Month Club. Simply select the number of bottles and the varietals you’d like, and a selection of expertly tasted and rated wines will be delivered on the day. For more information and prices, visit www.wineofthemonth.co.za. If the men in your life love espresso (and you’re feeling rich), spoil them with a Nespresso Inissia automatic espresso maker (WARNING: This may make them feel like George Clooney, which is slightly weird if it’s your dad – much better if it’s your partner!). From R1 650 at yuppiechef.com. 3 WAYS WITH RUMP STEAK PIRI-PIRI PREGO Marinate four 150g cuts of rump steak in 1 cup red…

Your June to-do list • Most deciduous fruit trees will have lost their leaves, so now is the time to spray them with mineral oils to kill scale insects, mites and aphids. • Fertilise your citrus trees. Apply additional foliar feed – a water-soluble fertiliser sprayed directly on leaves – to young lemon trees and those growing in pots. • Don’t trim plants that have been burnt by the first frost, as the damaged bits act as protection. Pruning can encourage new growth if the weather suddenly turns mild, but if it freezes up again your plants will really battle. For more tips, go to lifeisagarden.co.za 4 WITH WAYS egg cartons Not quite sure what to do with those empty egg cartons but feel bad about tossing them?…

ANGELHEART JEWELLERY IS HANDMADE WITH LOVE. The original ‘trinket with meaning’ and brainchild of Cape Town-based jewellery designer Caera O’Shaughnessy-Blom, Angelheart jewellery is the perfect gift for a special occasion. Each piece is displayed on a story card, with inspiring phrases and quotes included on the card. The variety of ranges – Kids, Charmed, Earth and Spirit (Chakra, Karma, Zodiac and African Adinkra symbols) – means there’s a piece to resonate with every person, regardless of where they are on their life path. CLOSING DATE: 30 JUNE 2016…

I knew little about Terry Waite before I interviewed him. But after doing my research, I was blown away. Many of you will know he was a hostage negotiator in the 1980s. An aide to the Archbishop of Canterbury, he was taken hostage himself in Beirut for 1 763 days. Almost five years. He spent most of it in isolation, chained, blindfolded, with no stimulation – not even natural light. There is a video of him on the tarmac at Heathrow after he was released in 1991. He’s telling jokes. Laughing about how he was freed without shoes, so had to ask the RAF, which had transported him, for some size 14s. ‘They called the navy and got two barges!’ he cackles. Waite’s attitude during his captivity, and since, is:…

“I’ve had more fun post-40 than I can remember.” It’s hard to think of a character played by Jennifer Aniston that we didn’t adore. Even when she’s playing less-than-loveable characters, we get over it very quickly. In fact, Daniel Barnz, director of Cake, cast Jen as Claire Simmons – a prickly ‘bitch’ (in Claire’s words) who suffers from chronic pain – because, says Barnz, ‘we had to cast somebody who you can forgive immediately’. Jen also highlights the complexity of the character, saying that while she found Claire endearing and could empathise with her, it was difficult to tell the story without everyone hating her. The film premiered to a standing ovation at the Toronto Film Festival and Jen received a Golden Globe nomination for her turn as Claire. More…

Q: Is a no-homework policy the answer for stressed-out kids? A: While it would be lovely to have less or no homework, there isn’t time in a lesson for enough repetition. A seasoned teacher would tell you that the first five minutes of a lesson are spent getting out books and settling the children. Then they lose the last five minutes packing up. That leaves 20 minutes out of 30 to teach a concept and get the children to put it into practice. Children master concepts through repetition, so additional practice is vital. It’s the same with learning for tests. Children need to revise. Having said that, they need to revise using study skills that suit their own learning profile. Much of the misery around studying is caused by children…

1. Favourite musician/ band ever? Are you kidding me? Come on. Pick a genre. Rachmaninoff for the Romantics. Mozart and Beethoven – because. Weather Report for Modern Jazz. Duke Ellington for Big Bands. The Beatles for The Greatest Band of All Time. Radiohead for The Best Band of the Late 20th Century. Best Hip hop, Dr. Dre. Best Rock: Classic Rock, Led Zeppelin; Modern Rock, The Black Keys. Best Female Soul Artist, Aretha Franklin. Best Female Jazz Artist, OMG! Sarah Vaughan. Ella Fitzgerald, no, wait a minute – ‘My baby just cares for me’ – Nina Simone! I wouldn’t know where to begin. I had a massive problem coming up with 100 albums for a variation on Desert Island Discs. I sat there for a month and couldn’t narrow it…

When “ his sun shines on you, you feel it. But when the sun is shining elsewhere, it’s cold.” Jennifer Garner is currently appearing in Miracles from Heaven, which could be one of the most moving films of the year. In this true-life drama, she plays Christy Beam, whose daughter is diagnosed with an incurable gestational disease, which is miraculously healed after a traumatic accident. Jennifer is brilliant in the role. Her portrayal of Christy is one of steadfast dedication to her family – an approach that resonates with her own life. The announcement last year of the end of her 10-year marriage to Ben Affleck was met with sadness, rather than the speculative curiosity celebrity splits are usually subjected to. The actors met on the set of Pearl Harbour,…

OH Sleep, how much do I love you? A lot, oh a huge lot! But for most of my life, it’s been like a shy, almost mythical beast that is occasionally sighted through a thicket of trees and skitters away fearfully when it realises it’s been spotted. It is nervy and fragile and will only approach when it’s shown how much it is loved. Every day I must begin anew to win its trust, trying to lure it towards me with mint tea and Valerian tablets and dim lighting and boring books. Insomnia, on the other hand, is a thuggish bruiser who barges in whenever it feels like it, putting its dirty boots on my coffee table and hogging the remote control and breaking out the good wine that I’d…

Q: I’m menopausal and I’ve noticed that my hair is thinning. Is there a special shampoo I can use, or a pill or supplement I could take to stop this? A: Unfortunately, our hair starts thinning as we age in the same way that men’s hair thins as they age. Mainly, hair loss is due to our genetic makeup (check what the heads of the women in your family look like), rather than the commonly assumed ‘hormonal’ reasons. Women who have high testosterone levels, like those with polycystic ovary syndrome, may have hormone-related hair loss. The menopause does not directly contribute to hair loss, but then menopause occurs in ageing women! Your first port of call should be your dermatologist, and because I, too, need to know what…

Q I have life, disability and dread disease cover, but I’ve heard of cases where people became ill or died and the insurer didn’t pay out, or paid less than expected. Should I cancel my policies? A Remember, you took out this cover because you want to be sure your debt doesn’t become a burden to your family, and because you want them to be financially supported in the event of your death, disability or critical illness, says Angela Mhlanga, head of BancAssurance SA at Standard Bank. But you need to disclose all relevant information to your insurer and understand the terms and limitations of your cover, which could result in an increased premium, or less or no cover. For example, if you’ve started rock-climbing since you took out your…

Going dotty… The Dior Summer 2016 Makeup collection has landed and we can’t get enough of it! Milky Dots was inspired by the iconic polka dot pattern that was all the rage in the ’50s and ’60s, combined with shades suggestive of the Med in summer: turquoise seas, beige sands, hot oranges, metallic bronzes, ravishing reds and bold pinks. Products in this fun, limited-edition range include radiance-enhancing powders, lipsticks, eyeshadows and nail varnishes (with a dotting tool to achieve just the right effect). It’s playtime!…

CELEB CATCH-UP  with South Africa’s 2016 Joop! Homme ambassador, Jonathan Boynton-Lee. What’s your number one grooming tip? Always wear sunscreen with a high SPF, come rain or shine. 3 things that are always in your toiletry bag? A cleanser, (Dermalogica’s Special Cleansing Gel), sunscreen with an SPF of nothing less than 30 and a great moisturiser (Dermalogica’s Skin Smoothing Cream). How do you stay fit? I try to hit the gym at least three times a week. And Sweat 1000 classes are a great all-over workout. Beard or clean-shaven? A beard or stubble anyday! I hardly ever shave. IT’S A MIRACLE!  La Mer Genaissance The Serum Essence, R6 900 seems too good to be true. Not only does it contain Crystal Miracle Broth ™, which renews skin and reduces fine…

MINTED PEA SOUP Serves 4 PREP TIME: 20 minutes 2 tbsp (30g) butter 3 leeks, washed and sliced 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 5 cups (1.25L) chicken stock 500g frozen peas, thawed 5g fresh mint leaves salt and milled black pepper For serving crème fraiche crispy onion bits (available at selected Pick n Pay stores) pea shoots for garnishing 1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan set over medium heat; add the leek and onion and sauté until golden and softened. Add the garlic and stock and simmer for 5 minutes. 2. Toss in the peas and mint, simmer for 5 minutes, then blitz until smooth and season to taste. 3. To serve: Pour into serving bowls and top with a dollop of crème fraîche, some…

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE Makes 1L PREP TIME: 25 minutes plus chilling time Soft, moist, airy and light … a chocolate cloud of delight 2 cups (500ml) cream 300g good quality dark chocolate, roughly chopped (we used 70% dark Lindt) 3 eggs, separated 3-4 tbsp (45-60ml) icing sugar pinch of salt cocoa powder for dusting lightly whipped cream for serving. 1. Bring 1 cup of cream to the boil in a saucepan, remove from the heat, add the chocolate and stir until melted. Whisk in egg yolks and set aside. 2. In a bowl, whip the remaining cream to soft peaks. Set aside. 3. In a dry, clean bowl, whip up the egg whites, icing sugar and salt until stiff peaks form. Fold the cream and egg white mixture through the chocolate…

I’m interested in the so-called ‘Blue Zones’: the various pockets in the world where people seem to live longer – and more healthily – than they do elsewhere. There are about five, I think, among them Sardinia and Acciaroli in Italy, Icaria in Greece and the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. What’s fascinating is what they all have in common. The people live in small, engaged communities with very strong social ties, they walk every day, they value family life, they eat a lot of fish and plants and, most crucially for our purposes here, they tend to drink alcohol. Moderately (probably an important qualifier), but regularly. Mostly wine, and mostly red wine. What is it, other than the obvious conviviality and sheer joie of it, that makes red wine…

This month FLY LOVES! GLOWFLY DANCE BY JADE GIBSON (Umuzi) There is real candour that comes through when a tale is told from the perspective of a child. This is certainly the case in this heartbreaking tale of innocence destroyed. Young Mai is older sister to Amy, and they’re happy despite the fact that they never see their respective fathers. Then Rashid comes to live with them, and with him comes the silence of oppression and fear. Matti and Babs are born, and with each birth the noose of power wielded by Rashid is tightened. They try to escape, but he is too clever. Mai tells her beautiful but tragic story, set in three vastly different countries. Without embellishment or excessive emotion, her voice succinctly expresses the horror the family…

Gemini 21 May – 20 June Are you gorgeous, or are you extremely gorgeous? The planet of love and beauty thinks so, as she wafts in with romance and magic. Half the planets are moving in reverse, which slows things down. But what’s the hurry? You’re having a good time – you’ll be happy to linger. The planet of courage is on a break, leaving you (temporarily) to explore those deep dark fears. But you’ll tune into your instincts as you develop your intuitive gifts. A month to relish. Cancer 21 June – 22 July What does it mean to become a better person? All this effort is about impressing someone else rather than transforming yourself into the powerhouse you need to be. Go ahead, squeeze yourself into someone else’s…

You know what they say – a woman can never have enough shoes! Quintessentially British, Clarks has a signature look and level of quality that still embodies the brand values first set by the Clarks brothers in 1825. And now, inspired by global trends, their new collection captures the key moods of the season. You can find Clarks stores in Eastgate Shopping Centre, Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, Clearwater Mall and Centurion Mall. Visit www.clarkssa.co.za…

‘I always say that my job found me. When I finished school, I did nursing training at Groote Schuur. As part of the training we did midwifery. I’d never even heard of a midwife, but it was the only part that appealed to me. So, at 22, I went directly into being a midwife.’ Angela has been delivering babies for 23 years and has lost count of how many she’s helped bring into the world. These days, she’s part of a private group practice. ‘I take on about 50 clients a year and see them through to their six-week postnatal check.’ Angela estimates that about 60-70% of her clients choose water births. She highly recommends birthing in water. ‘It’s empowering for the woman. When she gets into the water, the…

• Rachel Green: Friends. Rachel is someone we could picture having over for a glass of wine and a gossip sesh. ‘It’s one of the greatest jobs I’ve ever had,’ Jen said of the role. ‘It gave me everything. It gave me this ridiculously blessed life and career, and it taught me so much.’ • Brooke Meyers: The Break-Up. Jen played one half of a realistically flawed couple. ‘It’s a truthful portrayal of a couple walking through a break-up.’ • Polly Prince: Along Came Polly. She played the restless, indecisive Polly with endearing eccentricity. ‘She’s kind of quirky. I just wanted to work with Ben [Stiller]!’ • Olivia: Friends with Money. This was an unusual role for her, but she was convincing as an impoverished housekeeper surrounded by wealthy friends. ‘She doesn’t…

“Carrying my 9kg backpack over mountain ranges, through sandstorms and across desolate salt pans was punishing, but one of the worst things was that I temporarily lost my sight.” A few years back, my husband, Genis, who was then unfit and overweight, announced unexpectedly that the Marathon des Sables (MdS) was on his bucket list. Basically, it’s an on-foot trek through the inhospitable Sahara Desert in Ouarzazate, Morocco. The longest leg is 92.7km! Each participant carries their own backpack containing everything they need to survive, besides water and a tent. Once you’ve finished the MdS, you’ll have run the equivalent of five-and-a-half marathons (about 251km) in five to six days. Genis did his first MdS in 2013. And last year I joined him. I know running through the desert for…

Jaclin clears chopsticks from the last table, willing the customers to ask for the bill. She thinks of her son, Daniel, waiting for her, his bed pushed next to hers in their bedroom for two. Last night he was awake, wanting to show her the drawing he had done at preschool. She prays he’s asleep. His eczema almost seems better when he gets a good night’s rest. Karen plods down the hospital stairs, past the pigs and cows peppered with oval plaques, a wall she stopped noticing years ago. Her 35-week-pregnant belly leads the way. Her breath is shallow and rapid, her mind caught up with the intricate craft of the kidney transplant she assisted with earlier. She pauses to count the days until maternity leave. At last she will…

WE were blown away by the ingenuity of last year’s entrants and their ability to take small ideas and grow them into successful businesses! We know our economy depends on entrepreneurs starting successful businesses that create job opportunities for others. And working for ourselves means being in control of our own time, pace and creativity – who wouldn’t want that?! So we are very excited about receiving the entries for the 2016 FAIRLADY Women Of The Future Awards, in partnership with Santam, in which two female entrepreneurs changing the world one great idea at a time will win amazing prizes. The first 1000 days in business are statistically the hardest for entrepreneurs. If you are still in business at day 1001, you have beaten the odds. Santam is tracking two…

Clinically proven to reduce dark marks in four weeks of regular use, Eucerin® EVEN BRIGHTER provides highly effective action, repair and protection for a visibly more even and brighter skin tone. It’s a new generation of skin brightener that works to reduce dark marks at the source, where melanin synthesis occurs. The formula also stimulates repair, and nourishes and protects to prevent further premature skin ageing. The Day Cream contains SPF 30 for daily protection against UV rays, the main cause of dark marks; the Spot Corrector pen helps you apply the solution bang on target; and the Night Cream encourages overnight repair. Available at Clicks, Dis-Chem and pharmacies countrywide. THE HAMPER INCLUDES: • Eucerin® EVEN BRIGHTER Day Cream SPF 30 • Eucerin® EVEN BRIGHTER Night Cream • Eucerin® EVEN…

ROCK THE RUNWAY FLARED DENIM TROUSERS We’ve been wearing skinnies for so long that this might take some getting used to, but it’s time to embrace The Flare! The great news is that flares help balance out hips and thighs – especially in darker denim. The hem should just touch the floor (without making you trip) or stop just at the top of your heel. CARA’S CHOICE This soft, on-point coat can be dressed up or down. BOOTY CALL Struggling to find boots that close over your calves? This seems to be a big concern when dressing for winter, as many boots are cut to fit snugly around the leg. Look for a boot that has a stretchy fabric gusset at the back or on the side. This will give…

ROASTED PORK BELLY PORCHETTA Serves: 6-8 PREP TIME: 40 minutes, plus cooking time This Italian speciality is roasted pork belly taken up a notch (or 10!) with fragrant herbs and garlic. It rests in the fridge overnight and is a slow roast. • 3kg whole pork belly, deboned with the rind left on For the rub zest and juice of 1 lemon 5 garlic cloves, crushed 3 tbsp (45ml) thyme leaves 2 tbsp (30ml) finely chopped fresh rosemary 2 tbsp (30ml) dried oregano 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil, plus extra for drizzling salt and milled black pepper 500g pumpkin, sliced into wedges 1. Place the pork rind-side down on a clean surface. 2. Using a sharp knife, lightly score the meat in a criss-cross fashion. 3. Mix all the rub…

HONEY, ALMOND, CHOCOLATE AND CRANBERRY NOUGAT Makes about 20 bars PREP TIME: 35 minutes, plus cooling time YOU WILL NEED: 2 sheets of rice paper (find at major supermarkets and baking stores); you’ll need to cut out two 22cm squares icing sugar for dusting the whites of 2 jumbo eggs 1 tsp (5ml) white vinegar or lemon juice ½ tsp (3ml) salt 2½ cups (550g) castor sugar 1½ cups (375ml) honey 1 cup (250ml) glucose syrup (aka corn syrup; find at most pharmacies and baking stores) ¼ cup (60ml) water 200g whole blanched almonds, lightly roasted 50g dark chocolate, chopped 100g dried cranberries Step 1: Lightly grease a 22cm square baking tin with butter and dust with icing sugar. Press a square of rice paper neatly into the bottom of…

9 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR TOWEL FLUFFY AND FRESH 1 Washing new towels? Add half a cup of white spirit vinegar to the wash to keep colours from fading. 2 Opt for bars instead of hooks for hanging your towels. The folds of a damp towel are an ideal breeding place for mildew and bacteria. Bath mats should also be hung out to dry. 3 Do a towels-only load to prevent pilling. Also, keep the load light – overloading strains the machine and doesn’t allow enough room to rinse out all the dirt and detergent. 4 Wash your towels on a slightly warmer setting than your clothes to kill off germs and clean out soap. (Check the tags first, though!) 5 Skip the softener, or water it down – it…

ONE WITH YOU BY SYLVIA DAY Seductive and heartbreakingly poignant, One with You is the breathlessly awaited finale to the Crossfire series – Gideon and Eva’s searing love story that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. MAKING IT UP AS I GO ALONG BY MARIAN KEYES A hilarious collection of Marian’s observations on modern life, love and much else, like her guide to breaking up with your hairdresser. Or the very best lies to tell if you find yourself on an Arctic cruise… You’ll be wincing in recognition and laughing out loud. DI HELEN GRACE 05: LITTLE BOY BLUE BY MJ ARLIDGE Helen’s most personal case yet as she investigates the shocking murder of a close friend found cocooned in plastic. It looks like it might have been a sex…

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