Perfect Projects? by andrew southwood

I’ve taken on my fair share of DIY projects, some more successful than others – but no major calamities… yet! However, since I impulse bought a few days ago, literally ‘a lorry load’ of materials for my latest venture, I have to admit I am now getting a bit...

Chocolate Birthday Cake

We are celebrating Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday with this delicious recipe! Ingredients: The sponge 6 egg yolks 2 eggs 115g/4 oz caster sugar 55g/2 oz plain flour 25g/1 oz cocoa powder 55g/2 oz melted butter The topping and filling 600ml/1 pint double cream 450g/1...

Rosé Sangria Spritz

 INGREDIENTS 1 bottle rosé wine, chilled 75ml Grand Marnier 500ml fizzy water, chilled 1 nectarine, stoned and sliced 6 strawberries, hulled and quartered Ice Mix the wine, Grand Marnier and fizzy water in a jug. Divide the fruit between the glasses (either wine...

Do’s and Don’ts of Proper Suncare

Preventing sun damage is much more than just a cosmetic issue – protecting your skin could save your life. More and more cases of skin cancer are being diagnosed every day in the UK. Many of those cases might have been avoided, however, with proper preventive care....