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Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Oldest Hotel East Of Suez
The Oldest Hotel East Of Suez
Judith Baker finds colonial charm in Colombo The Galle Face Hotel has been called the ‘oldest hotel east of Suez’ and indeed this is one of the region’s most impressive…
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SIP, SIP HOORAY – ALDI’S Champagne is worth twice as much as its £12.99 price tag
According to Jilly Goolden, Aldi’s Veuve Monsigny champagne is worth double (£25) its £12.99 price tag The independent taste test revealed an average 34% saving for Aldi wine shoppers Jilly…
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Artemisia
John Westbrooke admires the long-forgotten work of a powerful painter at the National Gallery Artemisia Gentileschi is one of the great artistic rediscoveries of modern times. She was famous in…
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Mariage Frères Launches French Tea Club
Mariage Frères’ French Tea Club Arrives in London with Exclusive Autumn Masterclass Series This autumn, Mariage Frères – one of the world’s most exclusive purveyors of luxury tea – is…
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Tapas Revolution celebrates ‘The Best of 10!’
The UK’s favourite group of Spanish restaurants, Tapas Revolution, turns 10 year’s old this October and is inviting customers to celebrate ‘The Best of 10!’ with them That’s 10 years…
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Diet and Coronary Heart Disease
Rob Hobson, Healthspan Head of Nutrition gives you some invaluable advice on keeping heart fit Women are twice as likely to die of coronary heart disease, the main cause of…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launches brand new 2021 itineraries, including regional departures from Portsmouth and free drinks and tips offer
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today launched eight new itineraries for its ship, Balmoral, including a number of regional departures from Portsmouth For selected Balmoral sailings of five-nights or more,…
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Walking the Jungfrau Region, Switzerland
This alpine region has major peaks rising to around 4000m including the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Rupert Parker braves a summer snowstorm to explore on foot Studying the maps, before…
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Journey’s End Foundation launches
Journey’s End has launched The Journey’s End Foundation, the latest community project from the Stellenbosch based winery Set up as an NGO, Rollo Gabb, MD, and his team have established…
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M&S shakes up its modern deli fixture with a range of pickles and ferments from Vadasz
Peter Morrell tastes these new award-winning kimchi and pickles which will transform a meal in seconds, and offer immunity-boosting goodness by tapping into the fermented food trend M&S is introducing…
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Navigational Tools for Thriving & Surviving this Winter
Immunologist Dr Ross Walton and A.Vogel Education Manager Alison Cullen talk about risks and remedies The winter cough and cold season is going to be different this year. As a…
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Hiking from Calais to Boulogne along the Opal Coast, France
Ferry ports are usually getaway places but Rupert Parker decides to cover the 50km between these two French towns on foot, following the English Channel I’ve always thought that this…
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Two superb wines to enjoy before the end of summer
Peter Morrell discovers the perfect pairings for light seafood salads and hearty barbecues Summer is still with us and people are nervously emerging from lockdown by having social distanced lunches…
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Siren Craft Brew unveils innovative Nitro twist on flagship stout
Independent, Berkshire based brewery, Siren Craft Brew, today the launch of a limited-edition take on its signature breakfast stout, Broken Dream Utilising advanced Nitro technology – a technique that inserts…
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On the Trail of Mark Rothko in Latgale, Eastern Latvia
Latgale, “Land of Blue Lakes”, is the only region in Latvia with its own language and borders Russia, Belarus and Lithuania. Rupert Parker started his trip in the birthplace of…
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Aubrey Beardsley exhibition at Tate Britain
John Westbrooke is dazzled by a scandalous master of illustration Even Covid-19 hasn’t been able to wipe out the Aubrey Beardsley exhibition at Tate Britain. It’s ironic, because the artist…
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Brewdog’s tongue-in-cheek ALD IPA hits ALDI shelves
Supermarket Aldi launches BrewDog’s ‘ALD IPA’ in stores on 15th October The brand was created during a Twitter exchange between the two companies after shoppers drew similarities between Aldi’s Anti-Establishment…
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Good Vibes – 3 Fantastic Jamaican Festivals
For many visitors, Jamaica can be summed up by sun, sea and sand ̶ with a splash of rum punch thrown in for good measure But this proud island nation…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines crowned ‘Best Cruise Line’ 2020
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today been named the ‘Best Cruise Line’ at the Group Leisure and Travel Awards 2020 – for the ninth year in a row! The ceremony…
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NEW from Microplane for Christmas
Foodies will love these precision tools which will enhance their cooking skills no end NEW MICROPLANE® ADJUSTABLE V-BLADE SLICER WITH JULIENNE FEATURE (BLACK), RRP £49.95 Available from hartsofstur.com The compact…
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Fabulous New Foods at Forman & Field
London’s favourite smoked salmon producer adds to their range ahead of Christmas Each October Forman & Field launch their new catalogue for the coming year, packed with a spectacular…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new World Cruise
Featuring new ship Borealis in 2022, with departure from Liverpool or Southampton Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new World Cruise aboard its new ship Borealis, with…
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Christmas Gifts – Introducing the KitchenAid Pebbled Palm Collection
Artisan Stand Mixer with New Seasonal Bowl Options, New K400 Blender, 2-Slice Toaster, 1.5l Kettle and New Artisan Stand Mixer in New Feather Pink and Matcha KitchenAid Christmas gifts that…
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Moldova National Wine Day
2020 inaugurates an exceptional version of The National Wine Day celebrating the country’s wine heritage on October 3rd and 4th For 19 years, in October, the wine community of the…
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Enjoying the Great Outdoors in Bern, Switzerland
Rupert Parker travels to the capital of Switzerland and gets active with the locals Bern’s old town is UNESCO protected and the layout of its wide streets goes back to…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new sailings for new ship Bolette, including series of UK cruises
The inaugural cruise programme for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new flagship Bolette has been unveiled, including a number of brand new itineraries and a series of UK cruises, with guests…
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NEW SACLA’ WILD GARLIC PESTO
Hey Pesto! The flavour this little jar brings to the party is truly magic! Made with the fragrant broad green leaves, stems and white flowers of Wild Garlic, as well…
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SACLA’ PESTO – TRULY, MADLY, DEEPLY ITALIAN
Pick a Pesto – any Pesto – and transform family summer recipes Sacla’ – the Pesto Pioneers – is still run by the founding family in Italy who started the…
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New Microplane® Professional Serrated Peeler
Microplane®, the pioneer of photo-etched graters, introduces the NEW Professional Serrated Peeler Following the successful launch of the Professional Peeler, the latest addition to the meticulously engineered range is the…
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Looking for Sustainable Eco-Tourism Destinations?
Central America has Eight Experiences to Explore and Discover Reconnect with nature and enjoy some of the best locations which Central America provides for eco-tourism Supporting sustainable eco-tourism, visitors can…
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Tiny Tales – A New Story Collection
Patricia Cleveland-Peck reviews this comforting book by Alexander McCall Smith in collaboration with illustrator Iain McIntosh What many of us need in these troubled times is comfort reading and if…
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Premier Cottages introduces Full Cancellation Cover on stays
100% refunds available for cancellations made up to two days before arrival at over 400 cottages Premier Cottages has introduced a Flexible Cancellation Collection featuring over 400 properties that will…
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SMIDGE – Brilliant products for effortless sustainable living
Introducing SMIDGE, perfect products for today’s lifestyles, built to last, that will have a minimal impact on the environment – and be kinder to the climate Check out these products…
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Chef John Burton Race launches Kickstarter campaign to publish inspiring new book.
Michelin-starred chef, John Burton-Race and son, Pip (15) have co-authored a first-hand account to growing and cooking your own food Spade-loads of Inspiration Based on personal experience converting a chicken…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils first 2023 cruise with Balmoral’s ‘North American Waterways and Canadian Fall’ sailing
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its first look into 2023 with the early release of a ‘North American Waterways and Canadian Fall’ cruise, including a maiden sailing of…
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Siren Craft Brew launches Lumina
This new product joins an impressive array of innovative beers from Siren’s extensive range. Peter Morrell gets a taste Siren Craft Brew, the independent Berkshire brewery has unveiled Lumina, their…
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Room 15 – A new book from Charles Harris
A Gripping Psychological Mystery Thriller from the award-nominated author of The Breaking of Liam Glass Ross Blackleigh is on trial for four crimes which he insists he didn’t commit. A…
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Major Aelbert Cuyp exhibition in the Netherlands will now take place in 2021
In the light of Cuyp. Aelbert Cuyp & Gainsborough – Constable – Turner will be held from 27 September 2020 to 14 March 2021 To celebrate the 400th anniversary…
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Renoir Walk opens in Guernsey
A Renoir Walk has been created in Guernsey in homage to the French Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir and to showcase how the island inspired some of the artist’s greatest works Located in the Moulin Huet valley…
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Harwood Arms reopens on August 30
With Free English Sparkling Wine for Diners to celebrate Gastropub Awards The Harwood Arms in Fulham, London’s only Michelin starred pub, reopens for diners on Sunday, August 30. The Harwood…
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Post Lockdown Central America
Here is a Surprising Secret List of Natural and Cultural Hidden Treasures for Intrepid Travellers We may not be able to travel immediately post lockdown, but we can still…
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Eating in Lockdown? Take Control
Are you munching your way through lockdown? Trying to distract yourself from what’s happening in the world outside your window by comfort eating crisps, chocolate biscuits, cheese-on-toast, freshly-baked bread still…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines tease preview to 2022 itineraries with early release of ‘Black Sea Discovery with the Mediterranean’ cruise
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests a preview into its 2022 itineraries with the early release of a 28-night ‘Black Sea Discovery with the Mediterranean’ cruise, setting sail from…