Fashion, Health and Beauty
Summer Fashion - simplicity is the keyword for this season
Sometimes simplicity is the most sophisticated choice for the season, says Jo Haywood.
Father’s Day Gifts - Aftershave and grooming products
Our choice of men’s grooming products to keep dads looking and smelling good for Father’s Day
Fashion innovator Mary Katrantzou visits Manchester
The fashion world can be an intimidating place for a mere mortal so what a surprise to find that one of his stellar talents turns out to be warm, bright and decidedly un-fashiony, writes Janet Reeder. The antithesis of the deaths-head skeletons of the catwalk.
Places
Manchester’s rebranded Northern Quarter is a cool and unconventional place to visit
It was once an area best avoided after dark but now the rebranded Northern Quarter is a cool and unconventional place to visit. Roger Borrell took a tour
The top five reasons to spend a weekend in Bowness
This is the perfect time to visit Bowness, especially if you are planning to make a weekend of it. The place is coming to life after a long hard winter but it hasn’t quite reached its peak of popularity. Here are five of our favourite things to do in this lakeside gem.
The Christie Ladies Lunch - Thursday 23rd May 2013, The Mere Golf Resort and Spa
Thursday 23rd May 2013, The Mere Golf Resort and Spa, From 12.30pm for an afternoon of luxury
Inspiration fashion show in aid of Ovarian Cancer North West, The Monastery, Manchester
A spectacular fashion show was staged at The Monastery, Manchester, by Inspiration, a local charity which raises money for Ovarian Cancer North West.
Harvey Nichols' 2013 spring summer fashion show.
Abbey Crouch, Natasha Hamilton, Rachel Shenton, Jude Cisse and Lisa Carrick<br/>were among guests at Harvey Nichols Manchester Spring/Summer fashion show.
Events
Recipes
Flapjacks by Philippa James
It was with some amusement that I recently heard of a school where the cook was told to cut the flapjacks into ‘squares or rectangles’ after a child was injured when a triangular cut piece hit him in the face during a food fight; in my day I’d have learnt the lesson not to throw food around
Ruth Clemens' Spiced Apple Chutney Recipe
The perfect winter recipe which you can enjoy yourself or can be given as a great homemade gift...
Celebrity interviews
Fashion innovator Mary Katrantzou visits Manchester
The fashion world can be an intimidating place for a mere mortal so what a surprise to find that one of his stellar talents turns out to be warm, bright and decidedly un-fashiony, writes Janet Reeder. The antithesis of the deaths-head skeletons of the catwalk.
Olympian gymnast Beth Tweddle loving life on the Celebrities On Ice tour
Don’t stop her now! Bunbury’s Olympian gymnast and Dancing on Ice winner has a new level of confidence that’s all down to hard work and determination. WORDS BY NATALIE ANGLESEY
Andrew Flintoff - Cricketer, Boxer and now Fashion Designer?
Can former England cricket captain Andrew (Freddie) Flintoff do any wrong? He wins hearts as well as trophies and is now designing his own range of clothing for Jacamo.
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Food
Restaurant review - The French by Simon Rogan, Midland Hotel, Manchester
Why mess about with a jewel like The French? Our reviewer was concerned too... until he went along to see for himself
Interiors
Interiors advice - a selection of new and funky goodies to brighten up your home
A selection of new and funky goodies to brighten up your home
Interiors advice - Sweet dreams are made of magical bedrooms for children
Sweet dreams are made of magical bedrooms for children
Pale and interesting sums up these lovely interior pieces
Pale and interesting sums up these lovely interior pieces.
Interiors - bored with wood and laminate – then why not explore these alternatives?
Bored with wood and laminate – then why not explore these alternatives?
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Restaurant reviews
Restaurant review - The French by Simon Rogan, Midland Hotel, Manchester
Why mess about with a jewel like The French? Our reviewer was concerned too... until he went along to see for himself
Short Break - Hilton Manchester Deansgate
The Hilton’s reputation precedes it. Founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton, in the intervening years it has played host to such events as the creation of the Piña Colada in 1949 and the famous John Lennon and Yoko Ono Bed-in for Peace in 1969, on its way to become one of the world’s most famous brands.
Restaurant Review - The Botanist, Alderley Edge
Dining at The Botanist in Alderley Edge is not only an enjoyable culinary experience, it’s a feast for the eyes too and a trip down memory lane for some... Review by Ray King Photography by James Brown
Short Break - Oddfellows Hotel, Chester
Janet Reeder finds a boutique hotel in Chester the perfect location for exploring the city
Gardens
Prepare your garden for the children’s summer holidays
Where better to spend a childhood summer than in the garden?
Arts
Meet two amazing young brothers from Stockport heading for a bright future on the concert platform
WORDS BY HOWARD BRADBURY PHOTOGRAPHY BY DGS MUSIC LTD
Celebrating a century of Moorcroft pottery
Collectors get ready! This is a very special year for one of the most iconic names in pottery
LivingEdge School Arts Competition 2013
The Living Edge Schools’ Art Show, which attracts entries from budding artists in schools throughout the North West, has a back-to-back winner for the first time in its thirteen-year history.
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