www.tftmag.co.uk http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:34:05 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=961&Itemid=137 A decade ago it would have been unheard of to think of getting hitched anywhere other than a church, but thankfully things have changed. Although you can't officially wed just anywhere, there are some really wacky places you can hold the ceremony and fill in the official paperwork afterwards. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:24:20 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=956&Itemid=137 Contiki Holidays have surveyed people in five European countries to show you where your best chance of finding love is this spring. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:12:22 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=955&Itemid=137 Saving your heart for an Italian Stallion? Find out why you might be waiting and while and what other European men really think about relationships, dating and sex from the results of Contiki Holidays (http://www.contiki.co.uk)' 2010 European Love Survey. Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:36:41 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=930&Itemid=137 Another year may have been and gone, but 2010 could officially be the year we turn back the clock. Feeling young at heart is all about being healthy and happy from the inside out and is the key to renewed wellbeing and vitality, whatever age this New Year brings. So, to help you start off your year in the right direction, we’ve identified the top six anti-ageing health products that promise to breathe new life into all the important parts of your body, making you see, move, think, feel and act as youthful and fresh as always. Remember, it’s not a year just gone, but a new one just beginning! Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=950&Itemid=137 Perhaps the last bastion of relaxation and ‘me time’ is now reserved for when you retreat to the surroundings of your wet room. The all-encompassing, luxuriating experience of using a wet room has seen its desirability soar in recent years as home owners seek to improve their living space and move away from the traditional bathroom layout of a shower cubicle and separate bath in favour of a more open plan approach afforded by the wet room. And now is a great time to start planning for the wet room you’ve dreamed about by consulting the experts and watching those plans become reality! Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:05:20 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=949&Itemid=137 This year no well dressed garden should be seen without Festival Burgundy, the perfect bed partner to turquoise, which recently became recognised by the Flowers Plants Association as the key colour trend for the year ahead. Turquoise, once the toast of the Art Deco movement, contrasts superbly with colours from the opposite end of the spectrum making the deep purple burgundy vibrancy of Festival Burgundy ideal. Adding a dash of Festival Burgundy will create the perfect combination of fire and ice to any garden this summer. Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=929&Itemid=137 APH.com Compares the Facilities and Services of Kids’ Ski Clubs Abroad Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=928&Itemid=137 As our lifestyles are getting more and more hectic and our minds are getting clogged up with thoughts, worries and anxieties, many of us are looking for a release. Yoga originated in India 5000 years ago and offers a holistic approach to mind, body and spirit, by creating an inner peace. Today, it’s a tool for people of all ages, shapes and sizes to relax minds and tone bodies. While there are many different variations of yoga, a session will usually involve a combination of posture work, stretches, gentle movement and meditative and breathing exercises. Whether you’re looking to shape up, relax your mind or save money on expensive yearly gym memberships, creating your own yoga space in the house may just be the answer. It’s a great excuse to take up something new, a fun project to keep you busy and a great weather-proof activity you can enjoy without ever having to leave the house. Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=931&Itemid=137 Another year may have been and gone, but 2010 could officially be the year we turn back the clock. Feeling young at heart is all about being healthy and happy from the inside out and is the key to renewed wellbeing and vitality, whatever age this New Year brings. Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=925&Itemid=137 According to The British Nutrition Foundation a typical Christmas dinner clocks up close to 1500 calories, so it’s hardly surprising many of us will be turning to sports in the New Year to ‘offset’ our excess festive calories. One of the cheapest and most effective forms of exercise that gets you outdoors as well is running. The average runner will run off more than 600 calories in one hour - all you need is some decent running clothes (http://www.sportsshoes.com/running/), a good pair of trainers and a positive mental attitude to brave the winter weather! But if you’re thinking of running your way into the New Year, don’t forget to read these safety tips for running in winter first. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=936&Itemid=137 A Facebook campaign is underway to put Embrace Life, the newest campaign from the Sussex Safer Roads Partnership (SSRP), on TV after it secures the top three search results on Google.com. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:43:22 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=935&Itemid=137 MY NAME IS KHAN Music now available nationwide from local stores, Amazon.com and downloadable from iTunes. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:55:49 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=922&Itemid=137 There’s no need to wait until April for Mother’s Day as every Monday is now ‘Mum’s Day’ at the Grand Hotel. An ideal excuse for children to give their mother a New Year present after the hectic Christmas schedule, or for mums with little ones to treat themselves to some ‘me time’, the five-star hotel has launched a Mum’s Monday promotion. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=924&Itemid=137 According to The British Nutrition Foundation a typical Christmas dinner clocks up close to 1500 calories, so it’s hardly surprising many of us will be turning to sports in the New Year to ‘offset’ our excess festive calories. One of the cheapest and most effective forms of exercise that gets you outdoors as well is running. The average runner will run off more than 600 calories in one hour - all you need is some decent running clothes (http://www.sportsshoes.com/running/), a good pair of trainers and a positive mental attitude to brave the winter weather! But if you’re thinking of running your way into the New Year, don’t forget to read these safety tips for running in winter first. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:45:06 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=909&Itemid=137 Bollywood beauty, Deepika Padukone, was recently presented with the award for ‘Sexiest Female’ at Cosmopolitan magazine’s coveted Fun, Fearless Female Awards in Mumbai. Celebrating the success of India’s most renowned females, the ceremony honours the contribution of formidable women across fields such as film, glamour, theatre, sports and writing. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=912&Itemid=137 Cheryl Cole is the face of Lady Luck, according to a survey released today by leading online bingo site – galabingo.com... Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=918&Itemid=137 Being luckier all year = PMA + (365 X -N) + (52 X R) + (12 X +N) Sat, 16 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=908&Itemid=137 With New Year’s Eve just around the corner panic sets in as we try to find the best party. However, if like others you find yourself in the local pub on New Year’s Eve with the same group of friends, why don’t you take the opportunity to get planning for next year and make sure you party with the best of them! Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=906&Itemid=137 Our Aunties, Nans and Mothers are responsible for buying the worst Christmas gifts according to research revealed today by leading online bingo site - galabingo.com... Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=904&Itemid=137 Twenga, the most comprehensive shopping search engine, report a surge of shoppers visiting the classic toys categories, searching for items such as puzzles and Lego on www.twenga.co.uk. With searches for puzzles up 95% and Star Wars Lego up 75% the classic toys are set to make a come back this year. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=889&Itemid=137 The white Christmas is traditional to British culture, but it is a rare occurrence in the UK. Take a look on ways you can treat the family to a really magical white Christmas this year. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:33:43 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=893&Itemid=137 With 2010 fast approaching, Samantha Morgan, head designer at Concept Interiors, has been looking at future home and interior trends. Here’s her advice on what materials, patterns and colour pallets will give your home the contemporary look over the year ahead. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:39:04 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=892&Itemid=137 Boxing Day 2009 could see more wedding enquiries and bookings than the day after Valentines Day. That’s the prediction of Damian Clarkson, owner and managing director of The London Kitchen, who is advising aspiring brides to act early. He also believes that, to stay ahead of the current wedding trends sweeping the UK, you should think patriotic, relaxed and familiar. “By lunchtime on Boxing Day after that Christmas Day proposal, the best dates, locations and caterers are booked,” says Damian. “So our advice is to get as many of your wedding plans in place before the end of the festive season. Leaving it late can mean waiting another year or getting married at the wrong time and place.” Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:35:08 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=886&Itemid=137 THE COURAGE of Sussex children who’ve encountered cancer is to be recognised with a unique award backed by celebrities including Leona Lewis, the Jonas Brothers and athletics phenomenon Usain Bolt. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:00:47 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=880&Itemid=137 Top 20 Christmas etiquette tips With Christmas just around the corner, you may be asking yourself, ‘Who should I tip – and how much should I give them?’ One way to help you decide – and observe good etiquette this tipping season - is to divide recipients into categories according to how close they are to you or how regularly you’re in contact with them. It’s also worth following the advice of Damian Clarkson, founder and managing director of event catering business, The London Kitchen. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:40:08 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=879&Itemid=137 The London Kitchen made its debut at the London Fashion Fringe, where Donatella Versace named the winners of the annual competition to find new cutting-edge design talent. The London Kitchen strutted its stuff as Jenny Dimitris, who make up the JENA.THEO label, were presented with the trophy at the event at the Flower Cellars in Covent Garden. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:55:13 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=872&Itemid=137 Impress your friends this Bonfire Night with some unique firework creations Whether you are having a big Fireworks party or small intimate gathering, you can rely on Twenga, the most comprehensive shopping comparison website, to present you with some interesting products at the best prices available. With over 1,600 products offers from over 200 retailers listed on Twenga.co.uk, you will be spoilt for choice. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:13:07 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=870&Itemid=137 APH HIGHLIGHT EXCESS SKI LUGGAGE CHARGES IMPOSED BY AIRLINES With recent heavy snowfall across Europe, the ski season is due to kick start earlier this year. So there is no time like the present for independent travellers to get savvy on all those additional charges airlines are imposing on excess baggage. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:50:13 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=869&Itemid=137 We are only nine weeks away from Christmas, the shops are full of festive fare and the office party is in the diary - now couldn’t be a better time kick-start your festive fitness routine, banish unwanted bulges and look great in your LBD! Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:06:26 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=868&Itemid=137 Twenga, the new-generation search engine, today reveals the results of its annual Christmas Spending Survey. More than 3,000 Internet users across six European countries, including the UK were interviewed. The study reveals that, as the recession continues, 43% of British online shoppers plan to spend less than they did last Christmas even though they had already considerably reduced their budgets last year. While only a small minority, 12% of British online users, say that they are ready to spend more this year. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:33:13 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=866&Itemid=137 CRED Jewellery offers stunning bespoke ethical engagement rings for today’s socially conscious couple, seeking the finest engagement ring that is certified as socially and environmentally responsible. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:10:57 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=865&Itemid=137 CRED Jewellery offers stunning bespoke ethical engagement rings for today’s socially conscious couple, seeking the finest engagement ring that is certified as socially and environmentally responsible. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:07:36 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=859&Itemid=137 No-one does Halloween better than the Americans, let’s face it. Every year, from California to Connecticut, the month of October sees a huge celebration of all things creepy and Orlando is a top place to visit if you want to join in the festivities and have some family fun. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=861&Itemid=137 galabingo.com reveals UK's luckiest hotspot Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=860&Itemid=137 The Council of Mortgage Lenders recently reported that over 900,000 borrowers will now be in negative equity as a result of the downturn in the property market. They added that three in four of those have an average shortfall of between £6,000 and £8,000. With house prices having tumbled by 20% since October 2007, many homeowners now find themselves unable to move. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:46:58 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=858&Itemid=137 With our summer tans fading and the whiffs of coconut scented sun lotion a distant memory we should follow in the celeb’s footsteps and jet off for a tropical winter hideaway. As well as escaping the British weather a fortnight in the sun can do wonders for our mood and energy, two things that so often take a dive as the nights draw in and temperatures plummet. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:09:34 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=857&Itemid=137 Research shows British Web users’ love of French wine and reveals how our fellow European online shoppers can help us make expert choices... Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:53:40 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=840&Itemid=137 Your house will soon feel the full force of the British weather again with winter’s wind, rain and snow inevitably on the way. Nasty leaks and wasted energy are just some of the possible consequences that can leave you wet, cold and out of pocket. Here are five jobs for the house you want to get out of the way as soon as possible to get ready for winter. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:21:06 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=838&Itemid=137 Hailed as diamonds of the kitchen, Truffles add a touch of class to the culinary world and are a treat for any foodie. With a strong distinctive flavour, these warty, rare fungi are mainly found in Italy and France, but also grow in parts of Spain, Croatia, Slovenia and even China, where they are buried between the leaf litter and the soil near the roots of trees. France is mainly famous for its black truffles which grow exclusively with oak, while Italy is home to the most prized of all – the white truffle or Tuber Magnatum. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:05:52 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=804&Itemid=137 With the combination of bad weather conditions, central heating and festive partying, any beauty expert will tell you that winter can spell disaster for your skin. But with a little help from health supplement Pycnogenol® and just a little extra TLC from you, skin can look the best it’s ever been this winter. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:56:37 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=801&Itemid=137 We are all aware of the affects of alcohol, every day we are bombarded with warnings about liver disease, skin ageing, and other ways alcohol can tarnish our physical appearance! But are the main consequences just a wrinkly complexion, shrivelled locks and a thumping headache? Brendan Quinn, The Causeway Retreat’s Chief Executive Officer RMN BSc (Hons) tells The Female Touch about the harsh realities of alcohol addiction, and how to decipher the difference between that weekend tipple, and a dangerous addiction... Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:34:40 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=800&Itemid=137 Professor Janet Wilson demystifies old wives tales and helps separate the fact from the fiction... Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:35:31 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=794&Itemid=137 While most companies are cutting back on staff and spending, Butlins is forging ahead with the launch of the new £20m Ocean Hotel with spa at the beachside Bognor Regis Resort in West Sussex. The Ocean Hotel, named after the iconic Butlins hotel in Saltdean, Brighton, has seven storeys and features disco lifts, singing showers and even a snow cave – one of only two in the UK! Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:20:06 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=790&Itemid=137 Award-winning chef Roger Gadsden has teamed up with Ashdown Manna Cookery School to share his professional know-how. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:45:26 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=778&Itemid=137 Step into Flower Fairyland and discover a magical world of fantasy and imagination with the enchanting DVD release Dance Like The Flower FairiesTM. Flower FairiesTM are elusive creatures but if you follow the fairy code and you look very hard you may just spot Lavender, Tulip and Willow as they come out to dance. If you're very lucky they may even share their fairy secrets with you and teach you their dances too! Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:07:30 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=776&Itemid=137 Gourmet Classic, the alcoholic cooking ingredients specialist, has added a new selection of Fortified Wines to its range. Gourmet Classic Marsala – A must for many Italian dishes. Add a splosh to risotto, creamy pasta dishes or use in contemporay veal recipes. Marsala is often mixed with mascarpone for classic puddings such as tiramisu. £1.65 for 250ml. Gourmet Classic Cooking Port – This ever-popular fortified wine is perfect for making intense reductions to complement beef and game dishes. Its deep flavour is also a great partner for blue cheese and to balance the natural acidity of seasonal berries. £1.65 for 250ml. Gourmet Classic Vermouth – Briliant for fish recipes, vermouth can be used in any recipe that calls for white wine. It is made from a powerful white wine flavoured with herbs making it a great asset in the kitchen. Try it with salmon, sea bass and trout or add to marinades for chicken. Great for boozy summer puddings too. £1.35 for 250ml. Gourmet Classic Madeira –Matured on the Portugese island of Madiera, this fortified wine is used by chefs to create deliciously rich sauces for chicken and game recipes. It can be used in place of sherry in a wide variety of dishes and is a wonderful partner for rabbit, quail and mushrooms. £1.65 for 250ml. About Gourmet Classic In 1998 Gourmet Classic introduced cooking wine as a unique category to foodservice and retail sectors by adapting the alcohol content and lightly seasoning these alcoholic products. By doing so, the excise duty and VAT were removed to enable professional and domestic cooks alike to buy these ingredients more cost effectively. The original products–Dry Red Cooking Wine and Dry White Cooking Wine-are available in Waitrose, Sainsbury, Morissons, Booths and other retailers priced from 99p for 250ml. The new Gourmet Classic Fortified Wines range is available from fine food retailers nationwide or online. Madeira and Port are available from Waitrose from 19 October. For recipes and chef tips, visit www.gourmetclassic.co (http://www.gourmetclassic.com/) Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:40:00 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=774&Itemid=137 Gok Wan, Julie Peasgood, Aldo Zilli and Matt Roberts have joined forces to share delicious nutrition-boosting recipes, need-to-know health facts, fitness advice and the latest style and beauty tips to help people make the most of their eyes. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:43:51 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=772&Itemid=137 Cheese lovers will relish in the launch of Godminster Vintage’s new Oak Smoked Organic cheddar made from the milk of its pampered cows in the heart of Somerset. Taking great pride in maintaining its farm as a sustainable environment, Godminster Vintage treats its cows with top class care. Not only are the livestock fed on pure pastures, farm-grown wheat, oats, field beans and nutritional herbs to boost their vitamin and mineral intake, they are also given tailor-made preventative homeopathic remedies when required. The nurturing of the cows helps create the unique taste and flavour of Godminster Vintage cheese. Cold oak smoked in the Wiltshire Smokehouse in Warminster using oak chips from sustainable woodland, this robust cheese is creamy in both taste and texture making it less crumbly than traditional farmhouse cheddars. Its oaky smokiness is medium in strength and penetrates just before it reaches the centre of the cheese. Matured for over 14 months, this vintage cheddar has developed a tangy yet smooth taste. To add to its rustic charm, Godminster Vintage has wrapped Oak Smoked Organic Cheddar in bio-degradable muslin. It is also vac-packed to contain its distinctively piquant scent. Try teaming a wedge of this full-flavoured cheddar with a chunky chutney, such as Godminster Vintage Beetroot and Apple, served with a good scattering of coarse oatcakes. A bittersweet ale or tawny port to accompany the cheddar would balance the smoked acidity. Also available in the Godminster range is Organic Cheddar, Organic Cheddar Rosemary Crackers, Organic Cheddar Fresh Garlic Crackers, and a range of fruit-blended vodkas. All Godminster Vintage goodies are available to be stylishly packaged as the ideal gift for foodies. Godminster Vintage Smoked Cheddar is available to buy online at www.godminster.com (http://www.godminster.com/) and independent retailers nationwide. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:09:06 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=771&Itemid=137 Stem Ginger Crumbly Fudge is the newest confection to come spilling out of the kitchen at Burnt Sugar... Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:07:09 +0100 http://sussex.tftmag.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=768&Itemid=137 National Eczema Week (12 – 19 September) recognises that one in ten adults and one fifth of all school age children suffer with eczema, for which finding a treatment isn’t always easy. Extensive research has been done into finding effective treatments for eczema sufferers. In 2006 a meta-analysis* of 26 clinical studies involving Efamol® Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) was undertaken, which confirmed that Efamol® Pure EPO can be an effective and natural aid to maintaining healthy, smooth skin. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:24:08 +0100