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From childhood cancer survivor to international beauty pageant champion

Nicole Anderson survived childhood cancer and hip dysplasia to become an international beauty pageant champion. The 33-year-old healthcare worker from Cumbernauld won the Ms Role Model title at Royal International, using her platform to promote mental health awareness through her ASK HAY initiative.

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Welsh Village Officially Adopts Historic Name Pentre Moch Alongside Northop Hall

Flintshire village Northop Hall has officially adopted its historic Welsh name Pentre Moch, meaning Pigs Village, following council approval. The name will appear on official maps and records while the English name remains in use.

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Kent's Wine Renaissance: From Punchline to Prize-Winner

French champagne house Taittinger's Kent vineyard, Domaine Evremond, has opened to visitors, showcasing how English sparkling wine has evolved from a joke to world-class status. The estate offers tastings, tours and a guide to Kent's thriving wine region.

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A year as a law firm gopher taught me that all errand runners deserve respect

A law student's year delivering documents by bicycle taught her to respect all errand runners and delivery workers, revealing how essential yet undervalued this labor truly is.

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How I Survived Testing 13 Ice-Cream Makers in Peak Summer Heat

A tester's month-long evaluation of 13 ice-cream machines during record heat revealed the joys and chaos of homemade frozen desserts, complete with accidental butter, zested lemons and a house that smelled of milk.

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Master the Art of Apfelschmarrn: A Central European Pancake Classic

Master the technique for creating apfelschmarrn, the Central European apple pancake that works equally well as a main course or dessert. Learn how egg whites, butter and apple placement transform simple ingredients into a light, fluffy classic.

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Chris Leach's Italian Recipes for Late Summer: Squid Ink Pasta and Fig Semifreddo

Chef Chris Leach shares two Italian recipes perfect for late summer: a striking squid ink spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and crispy pangrattato, and a honey and thyme semifreddo showcasing ripe figs.

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Kintsu, Colchester: Thoughtful Cooking in a Restored Essex Gem

Chef Paul Wendholt's Kintsu in Colchester delivers thoughtful, precise cooking across an eight-course tasting menu at £90 per head. After closing in May 2025, the restaurant reopened four months later in a restored Grade II-listed building, offering refined regional dining.

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Tiramisu Mania: How a Classic Dessert Became 2026's Biggest Food Trend

Tiramisu has evolved from a beloved dessert into a full-blown cultural phenomenon, with dedicated cafes, record-breaking attempts and products spanning ice-cream to hot cross buns. The trend reflects our appetite for nostalgia and indulgence during economically uncertain times.

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Selecting the ideal aperitif wine: from champagne to muscadet

Discover how to select the perfect aperitif wine, from traditional champagne and sherry to crisp muscadet and txakoli. Explore six standout options and learn what makes wines ideal for pre-dinner service.

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Rosina, Wandsworth: Refined Italian Dining in South London

Rosina, Adam Byatt's new Italian neighbourhood restaurant in Wandsworth, combines refined Emilia Romagna-inspired cooking with accessible pricing. The kitchen delivers from simple, layered pastas to rich risottos and exceptional desserts.

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Felicity Cloake's Potato Salad Masterclass: A Fresh Summer Side

Master Felicity Cloake's approach to potato salad using waxy potatoes, homemade mayonnaise and fresh herbs. This summer classic surpasses supermarket versions with brightness and adaptability to taste.

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