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An Ideal Marriage: Sherry with Ibérico Ham, Andalucía, Spain
Although Andalucía is noted for its flamenco, the ham from its Ibérico pigs is a culinary highlight, particularly when paired with a glass of Fino sherry. Rupert Parker gets a…
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VIVID at Berlin’s Palast Theatre
Liz Gill travels to Berlin to see this spectacular show which is a celebration of freedom and diversity When you have the biggest stage in the world you have to…
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Yan Ji Korean Barbecue Restaurant Shoreditch
Peter Morrell and his wife enjoy taking the culinary road less travelled at this fun eaterie One thing that makes London such an exciting place to live is having access…
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Views of Lucerne Switzerland
Neil Hennessy-Vass discovers why artist J. M. W. Turner found this such an appealing area to paint The beautiful city of Lucerne, city of light sits in the middle of…
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Princess Cruises opens family water playground on Caribbean Princess
Princess Cruises has opened a family water playground on the top deck of the 3,140-guest Caribbean Princess cruise ship The Reef Family Splash Zone includes a water play area, newly-refurbished…
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Enjoy a FREE tour package worth £200 on any European Brabant sailing in 2020 with Fred. Olsen River Cruises
The vibrant cities and charming towns that line some of Europe’s most scenic waterways could be closer than you think Fred. Olsen River Cruises are offering a FREE tour package…
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Bao start-up all set for introducing fresh new fillings for a lighter, brighter bun
The much-loved bao business, BunCo, continues to turn the traditional bao bun on its head with the introduction of an all new menu offering available throughout the summer to satisfy…
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Milan, Monza and Cremona, Lombardy, Italy
Recently revamped for 2015’s Expo, Milan was the workshop of Leonardo da Vinci over 500 years ago, and is a cool vibrant city with plenty to see. Nearby Monza has…
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HRH The Duchess of Cornwall becomes Godmother to Saga’s new boutique cruise ship
Peter Morrell joins the celebrations to watch HRH The Duchess of Cornwall name this beautiful new ship Blessed with warm sunny weather I was in Dover on 5th July to…
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‘Feast of Fools. Bruegel Rediscovered’ at Gaasbeek Castle near Brussels
Stuart Forster goes to Flanders to see the commemorative events taking place to mark the 450th anniversary of artist Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s death Gaasbeek Castle stands a few kilometres…
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Microplane® Gourmet Julienne Slicer
The latest addition to the Microplane® Gourmet series is the new Gourmet Julienne Slicer Based in the USA, Microplane® is the original manufacturer to apply photo-etching technology to graters, an…
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Visit Vincent’s Native Soil During Van Gogh’s Inner Circle Exhibition
Brabant, in the south of the Netherlands, is Vincent’s Homeland. This is where Van Gogh was born Visitors can get to know the Van Gogh family here: what was their…
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Van Gogh’s Inner Circle: Friends, Family, Models
Vincent van Gogh’s relationships centre stage in an exhibition at Het Noordbrabants Museum from 21 September 2019 to 12 January 2020 Het Noordbrabants Museum presents Van Gogh’s Inner Circle:…
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The Moniker, Fenchurch Avenue, City of London
Peter Morrell and a friend go to the latest Drake and Morgan establishment in the City In an earlier life running a computer software company, the City of London was…
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See a new side of Scotland with Glenapp Castle’s Hebridean Sea Safari
This summer, Glenapp Castle is introducing the Hebridean Sea Safari alongside the launch of the new Glenapp Castle Boat, offering guests the opportunity to explore the Scottish isles in true…
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Take a Bite of the Original Festival for Food & Drink Lovers 13th – 15th September 2019
The UK’s first-ever food festival, Ludlow, celebrates its Silver Jubilee this September To mark this momentous milestone, Ludlow Food Festival is hosting a spectacular line up of demonstrations, talks, workshops…
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MSC Cruises reveals detailed look inside New Bahamian Island Destination, Ocean Cay
MSC Cruises releases a newly rendered tour video of its exclusive Bahamian island destination, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, ahead of its first guests arriving later this year The new…
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The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2020 will take place in Flanders, Belgium
Following last month’s conclusion of its widely celebrated 18th awards edition in Singapore, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants announces that its 2020 awards ceremony will be held in Flanders, the…
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New KitchenAid Vacuum 14cm Drawer
With the launch of the NEW KitchenAid Vacuum 14cm Drawer, passionate cooks can unlock the potential of sous-vide cooking For the past 100 years, KitchenAid has celebrated design and creativity…
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Escape room experience to feature on Princess Cruises’ newest ships
Princess Cruises has revealed that an escape room at sea will feature on its two newest ships, the 3,660-guest Sky Princess and Enchanted Princess Combining digital and physical challenges, the…
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Review of The View Restaurant at the All Saints Golf and Spa Hotel
Leah Larwood is delighted by the restaurant in this charming hotel near Bury St Edmunds Recently my Mum and I stayed at the All Saints Hotel for a mini spa…
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Bastille Day At Cocotte
French farm to table specialists, Cocotte, will be celebrating France’s special day at their Notting Hill and Hoxton sites This 14th July, the whole of France will be celebrating the…
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Drop Anchor and Explore More on Foot With Ramblers Cruise & Walk Holidays New 2020 Brochure
Two new Scandinavian cruises to Norway in Autumn and Spitsbergen Island Three new European holidays covering cruises in Spain, Portugal and Italy* Choice of Long-haul ‘Fly-Cruise’ holidays with new Vietnam,…
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Princess Cruises Announces South America and Antarctica 2020-2021 Programme
Princess Cruises has announced that its full 2020-2021 South America and Antarctica programme will go on sale from Friday July 12, 2019 Two ships will sail the region: the 2,000-guest…
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Arnhem: The 75th Anniversary
Neil Hennessy-Vass goes to see the preparations being made to commemorate a key battle in World War II 75 years ago this September the skies of Arnhem were peppered with…
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Benefit from FREE flights and transfers on a selection of exotic Fred. Olsen fly-cruises
Available on an enticing selection of 2019 exotic fly-cruises with Fred. Olsen, available on all new bookings made by 16th July 2019 inclusive On a range of incredible holidays, guests…
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Aurora Expeditions
Join Sir Chris Bonington in the Untamed Frozen Landscape of Antarctica and South Georgia Aurora Expeditions is delighted to announce that legendary mountaineer, writer, photographer and all-round-adventure-expert, Sir Chris Bonington…
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H10 Atlantic Sunset opens in Tenerife
H10 Hotels has just celebrated the opening of a new property in Tenerife, the H10 Atlantic Sunset The new five-star resort is located in Playa Paraiso, a quiet area in…
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Step on board Aranui 5 – the ‘Freighter to Paradise’
Take an island-hopping adventure to the most remote shores of French Polynesia The islands of the South Pacific conjure up images of adventure and mystery, unspoilt beauty and wild shores…
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Florida Fun this Summer
There’s lots happening across the pond this summer to make your adventure to Florida a whole NEW experience. From goat yoga to rocket launches, there’s plenty of fun to be…
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111 Places In The Lake District That You Shouldn’t Miss
Solange Berchemin takes you on an exploration of Britain’s Lake District like never before Where can you find a memorial to kindness? The works of a German artist who never…
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Embark on a Culinary Tour of Japan
The past few years has seen Japan go from being slightly under the radar to offering one of the world’s most impressive culinary meccas far beyond traditional sushi and is…
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Steak in the City at Tappit Hen
The Tappit Hen, the latest wine bar and restaurant from Davy’s situated in the heart of the City, has announced a new weekly Steak Night. Every Wednesday evening, meat lovers…
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Tapas Brindisa, Shoreditch launches Bottomless Feast with a Spanish twist
Tapas Brindisa, located on Curtain Road in Shoreditch has brought a new dimension to the ever-popular bottomless brunch craze, introducing an all-you-can-feast on Paella menu with free-flowing Sangria or Spanish…
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Yuu Kitchen launches new Mayfair residency @ICEBAR London
Popular Filipino restaurant goes from strength to strength Yuu Kitchen launches its latest residency at ICEBAR London in Heddon Street on June 27th. Yuu Kitchen is inspired by the fun…
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Yan Ji Korean Barbecue brings flavour and flare to Shoreditch
Venture into the heart of Shoreditch and discover Yan Ji Barbecue – great tasting authentic Korean barbecue located on busy Bethnal Green Road, E2 Yan Ji prides itself on delivering…
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Travel Department expands its range of Guided Holidays
Now includes New Destinations and Departures from across the United Kingdom Dublin-based escorted tour operator, Travel Department has launched its new programme of great value, guided group holidays for 2020,…
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The first scheduled steam service to run out of London Waterloo for 50 years
Neil Hennessy-Vass relives the golden age of steam by dining in luxury on an evening excursion to Windsor Imagine sitting in a comfortable armchair, a table set for dinner in…
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Festival Fever reaches Bulgaria this Summer
As Glastonbury becomes a distant memory there’s still time to enjoy some festival time and book a value for money holiday to Bulgaria this summer Festivals celebrating the rose, national…
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The Y88 Multi-Function Blender Has Finally Arrived!
For People Always On-the-Go and Busy Homemakers Tired of the Inevitable Clean Up that Comes with Serving Up a Delicious Healthy Meal Chinese kitchen appliance giant, Joyoung, is paving the…
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The Great Summer Getaway
The hottest German City Destinations this Summer Urban beaches and beautiful beer gardens, inner city surfing, hot sultry evenings in the coolest bars, street parties that last until dawn –…
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Cyprus for Wine Lovers
Expect a warm welcome at the home of the world’s oldest named wine Cyprus has a longstanding tradition of wine-making, dating back nearly 6,000 years to Ancient Greek, Roman and…