Innholdsfortegnelse for 1714 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

‘Catherine and I look forward to this and many more visits in the years to come’ If you find yourself in the dog box with your wife, a trip to Paris is always a good idea. It was a slightly sheepish Prince William who visited the French capital with Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge last week, following a three-day boozy lads’ holiday in Switzerland that left Kate rather unimpressed. However, the royal couple, who were in Paris for two days on a “Brexit charm offensive” were nothing but charming as they attended official engagements in the romantic city – William’s first official visit since his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, lost her life in a car accident there in 1997. “Although William has visited Paris several times since the death of…

‘I don’t think it’s natural to be a monogamous person... it’s a lot of work’ A messy transatlantic custody battle is brewing for Scarlett Johansson and former hubby, Frenchman Romain Dauriac, with each gunning for primary physical custody of their two-year-old daughter Rose. Journalist and businessman Romain (34) is alleged to have become incensed when Scarlett (32) filed for primary parenting rights, despite her camp calling the move a “standard legal procedure”. Prior to the filing, the pair had allegedly been negotiating potential parenting arrangements. But according to friends, talks are said to have broken down after Scarlett’s hectic schedule made Romain a “drop-in babysitter”. The Lost in Translation star refused to be drawn on the battle, saying, “As a devoted mother and private person, and with complete awareness that…

‘I was just doing my job, but it meant a great deal to them that I’d travelled so far to sing a few songs’ Dame Vera Lynn has never been content with the ordinary. Since being dubbed “The Forces’ Sweetheart” for her dedication to singing to the troops on the front line of World War II, the singer has occupied a place in the hearts of an entire generation. So it’s only fitting that at the grand age of 100, Vera is about to set a new world record for the oldest person to release a new album. Her 23rd record, Vera Lynn 100 – which features some of her greatest hits including We’ll Meet Again and Auf Wiederseh’n Sweetheart – hit stores last week, just days before she celebrated…

‘They cope with the loss of their dad very well. They are helping me, I am helping them. It’s mutual’ It’s been more than a year since Céline Dion lost the love of her life – a year she understandably calls her worst yet. But just like her hit song, her heart is going on. The Canadian singer is finally emerging from her grief and into a new stage of her life without husband René Angélil, who passed away from cancer last January. Just two days after René, the father of her children René-Charles (16) and six-year-old twins Nelson and Eddy, died, her brother Daniel (59) also succumbed to cancer. Since then, Céline’s focus has been on her children, but her slow return to the spotlight is now complete, with…

There’s going off-grid and then there’s Miriam Lancewood. Living a simple, nomadic life in the Taranaki bush and staying in DoC huts or a tent, everything Miriam has in the world can fit in a backpack – and she couldn’t be happier. However, it does make organising an interview with her rather tricky. On one of her missions out of the native bush to top up supplies and send a few emails from communal computers, the Weekly sat down with the Dutch adventurer to talk about a life few would even contemplate, but what she defiantly calls “free, random and spontaneous”. For Miriam (33), simplifying her life and living off the land with her now-husband Peter (63) was the best way to live her life. She has always loved adventure…

LIGHTLY SPICED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS WITH LEMON & CORIANDER 1kg free-range chicken drumsticks 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp good-quality hot-smoked paprika Salt and cracked black pepper 1 lemon, cut into thin slices Handful fresh coriander, roughly chopped 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. 2 Place the drumsticks in a large bowl, then sprinkle with turmeric and paprika. Season generously with salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated. 3 Place the chicken in an oven-proof dish. Lay the lemon slices over the top. Bake for 45 minutes or until the juices run clear. Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh coriander over the top. ROSEMARY & THYME MEATLOAF Ghee or other oil for sautéing 1 brown onion, finely diced 4 garlic cloves, finely diced 2 medium carrots, peeled and grated 1 tbsp…

1 Dusky delights Kagi’s latest collection Twilight Sky reflects the beauty of the moment day fades to night by uniting black agate with sparkling silver. These stunning monochrome pieces will work for you from season to season and add an instant style hit to any outfit. 2 Top textures Suede, nubuck and piled-texture materials are a constant for autumn and winter accessories. Move away from black and highlight your look with a piece in an on-trend colour or print to complete your outfit. 3 Pump up the volume One of the major trends this season is volume, so add something frilled, fluted or ruffled to your wardrobe. The frilled shirt from Ketz-ke works dressed up or down, while this navy Max dress with ruffled sleeves is an elegant option for…

The ‘70s might be the decade that style forgot but it’s worth bringing back some things from that era, such as cheese fondue! Plus, what to do with a pear glut and clean your toilet using natural cleaners. For my 11th birthday party in 1973, I requested a cheese fondue. The ‘70s were all about fondue and I had forgotten how delicious it is until my husband surprised me with a fondue set bought at Stevens and the intention to serve cheese fondue to our friends who were visiting for the weekend. It was so delicious that I’m reviving the recipe in these pages for those who feel like a trip down memory lane. CHEESE FONDUE 1 garlic clove, cut in half 300ml dry white wine Grind of white pepper…

There’s a common misconception that vertigo is a problem with heights. In fact, it causes dizzy spells –and it’s not a lot of fun. Ever got off a fairground ride only to feel like you are still spinning? This is what having vertigo can feel like and it can be extremely debilitating. Rather than being a medical condition, it is a single symptom and can be a sign of certain conditions. HOW DO YOU KNOW YOU’VE GOT VERTIGO? Symptoms include feeling like you are spinning and swaying. It may seem as if the world has tilted, making it tricky for you to keep your balance. You might also feel as if you are being pulled in one direction. Other symptoms can include: • Nausea and vomiting • Headache • Sweating…

Trawling the internet is a bit like travelling around a foreign country without a map. You end up in places you never intended to go, and come across all sorts of interesting characters and stories. I’d never have got to half the places I visited if I’d had a map. When my first husband and I were travelling in the UK before GPS was invented, we saw a road sign to a place called Leigh. It was only a few miles so we decided to go there. After the first sign, there were no others so we got lost. We asked about half a dozen people where Leigh was and none had ever heard of it. Very perplexing. Finally, we met a decrepit farmer on an even more decrepit tractor…

ARIES March 21 – April 20 Do not overthink what you want to say to people; just say it. This is one of those weeks when you really need to speak from your soul. Whether it’s at work or in a family situation, people will sit up and listen when they hear the sincerity in your voice and the honesty in your words. There is also an interesting conversation later in the week with a friend who is more supportive than you realised. TAURUS Apr 21 – May 21 Give love your urgent and total attention. You could be in danger of losing someone you care for because you have not spent enough time with them and taken for granted that they’ll wait for you. This is not the case.…

‘In the 2016 that Tom is born into, technology has made everything perfect’ I love time travel stories even though I can never entirely get my head round them. This one has an original twist because its hero, Tom Barren, experiences not just a different era but an alternative version of the world we have today. In the 2016 that Tom is born into, technology has made everything perfect. There are flying cars and devices to make sure you have the ideal night’s sleep, to dress you in a flattering outfit, to conjure up your meal of choice in a flash. It’s all thanks to a man called Lionel Goettreider who, in Tom’s reality, invented a revolutionary way to generate unlimited, clean energy back in 1965. Tom’s life isn’t actually…

Not wanting to sound pathetic here, but I’m sometimes not sure I’m a very good grandfather. Which isn’t to say I’m a bad granddad, just that I feel I’m not that hot at the fine art of grandfathering. I mainly know this because some of my friends are so outstandingly good at it. Others not so. But I’ve found it’s hard to get a handle on the business of being grand, not helped at all by the fact that I don’t live in the same town as any of my grandkids, so the opportunities for practice are extremely limited. I’m planning to go on tour to visit them all in the next month or so, once I get a small mountain of work out of the way, but that’s not…

They say never work with kids or animals, but Alec Baldwin’s kids stole the show at last week’s Boss Baby premiere in New York. Carmen, who is the spitting image of her dad, made sure all eyes were on her while Alec and her mum Hilaria (33) looked on in fits of giggles. Not content with just flashing a smile for the cameras, Carmen also decided to entertain the photographers with a spot of dancing, which sent Alec, who voices the main character in the film, into hysterics. Son Raphael (1) looked adorable in his mini-suit as he posed up a storm on the blue carpet. The family left six-month-old Leonardo at home for the event, which was also attended by Kiwi YouTube sensation How to Dad, who also goes…

Hello again! I really did miss you all – and the wonderful Weeklyteam – while I had a glorious week off spent lapping up some sunshine and having some real R&R. Taking time out to unwind isn’t always the easiest thing to plan into our schedules, but each time I do it, I’m reminded of how important it really is. It’s a miracle cure to gain some perspective on life and to claw back those energy levels. Even if a week off is out of the question, giving yourself permission to take at least a night off for yourself can really do wonders, so I hope you’ve put your feet up to read this issue. Particularly as now it’s becoming harder and harder to deny it… it seems summer is…

‘It’s a dark, dark sickness. You either come out or you don’t. I did, but it takes a long time’ Charlotte Rampling comes to the door of her Paris flat, businesslike in charcoal trousers and a grey shirt. She is smaller in person and ramrod straight as she leads us into a sitting room strewn with oriental rugs. Classical music emanates softly from an invisible sound system. Younger readers might know Charlotte (71) as the cranky lawyer from the TVNZ 1 crime drama Broadchurch, now back (without Charlotte) for a third series. But for a generation, she was the ultimate pin-up and sex symbol. We had expected cats – she has been living alone with two of them since the death of her longtime fiancé in October 2015 – but…

His 163rd film, Going in Style, is about to be released, but Sir Michael Caine (84) is refusing to slow down. However, the legendary actor admits he’s had to shape up. The star has lost 15kg on a new health kick, spurred on by the desire to see his grandkids – twins aged six and a grandson aged seven – grow up. “I know my days are numbered and that’s my main worry,” says Michael. “I’ve had to cut back on the drinking and I’m always looking up what’s the best thing against cancer, so I’ll eat this or do this or not do that.” The Get Carter actor’s biggest fear is developing cancer and he’s cut out all sugar, salt and gluten from his diet – a far cry…

He was the original showman, bringing a new kind of music – rock and roll – to the masses with his own fusion of rhythm, blues and on-stage swagger. Chuck Berry, one of the last great rock and rollers, passed away on March 18, aged 90, leaving an incredible musical legacy. But his amazing career, which featured hits such as Maybellene, Johnny B. Goode and Roll Over Beethoven, almost didn’t happen. Born in Missouri in October 1926, Chuck was gifted with musical ability from the get-go. However, his brushes with the law and conviction for armed robbery led to a three-year stint in a reformatory. Upon his release in 1947, he made a living as a janitor, factory worker and hairdresser, as well as playing his music in clubs and…

Big CHEESE Sweet and tangy, Nici’s pairing of blue cheese and pears in her scones on page 38 is a taste sensation and a timely reminder that fruit goes very well with cheese! As you soak up the last of the sunny afternoons before daylight saving ends, why not indulge in a platter or a simple meal loaded with these delicious, on-point pairings... • Watermelon and feta: Pop a cube of each onto a toothpick for a zesty, summery mouthful • Apple and Gruyère: Keep it simple with a slice of each of these on a cracker, with a drizzle of honey if you have a sweet tooth • Grape and havarti: This duo makes a tasty addition to a salad • Plum and camembert: It’s no secret that these…

Anti-pollution skincare is a major trend in the beauty industry, but how exactly does polluted air affect our skin and what can we do about it? Stop the smog! A report by the World Health Organisation last year revealed that 92% of the global population is affected by excessive air pollution. Here in New Zealand, it’s generated by a number of sources, including car fumes, wood and coal burning and industrial emissions, not to mention dust, pollen and chemical pollutants. The tiny particles that make up airborne pollution are known as particulate matter and they are not just exclusive to cities, says Caroline Parker, Head of Education for Dermalogica NZ. “You only need to look at what has become stuck to your car windscreen after a day parked outside to…

Dear Wendyl, I have a wonderful pear tree and bottle the fruit for winter, but I get tired of it. Do you have a relish or chutney recipe which is easy but tasty? I love cheese platters and thought a pear spread would be great. Kate Dear Kate, I too have a wonderful pear tree and like you bottle the fruit for winter. But to my dismay, not everyone shares my love of pear crumble! This year, I was planning to do something else with them so your letter has come at the perfect time! I’ve had a good look through my old recipe books and found this pear relish from the New Zealand Journal of Agriculture Cookery Book,Volume Two published in 1959. I’ve changed the measurements to metric. It…

What you’ ll need Turn an old T-shirt into a handy tote bag that’s great for the markets, library books or even the beach. 1 Turn the T-shirt inside out. Cut off one sleeve in a curved shape. 2 Fold the shirt over and line up the edges. Use the cut you made in Step 1 as a guide for cutting off the other sleeve. 3 Cut out the neck hole in a slightly oval shape. 4 Cut the bottom hem off the T-shirt. Draw a line 10cm from the bottom edge as shown. 5 Cut strips from the bottom up to the line about 2.5cm apart. 6 Turn the T-shirt right-side out and line up the tassels. Tie each pair together in a single knot.…

Comfort of apples I wanted to write and say how much I appreciated Nici Wickes’ apple recipes (13.03.17). Her pages are always relevant to fresh produce and food trends, and now she’s matching my comfort food yearnings too. Magic! I always turn to Nici’s pages first when I get my Weekly– I love taking inspiration from what she’s cooking and find that her recipes never fail. My adult children, who have moved away from home, always feel very put out when they learn I’ve cooked a new Nicki recipe on a night they aren’t visiting. We all love them! Lindy, Auckland NOTICEBOARD REUNION Descendants of Richard and Emma Powell are invited to attend a family reunion on March 17-18, 2018, in Dargaville, Northland. To register and for more information, contact…

Hadyn Jones presents Fair Go each week on TVNZ 1. My favourite book ever is… I love John Grisham. He writes legal thrillers based in small town southern America. I like his descriptions of the food. It makes me think I want grits, cornbread and fried chicken for breakfast. However, my arteries tell me something different. My book of the moment is…. I’m between books, so any recommendations gratefully received. I recently finished a book about Wayne Gretzky, the famous ice-hockey player. I think I need to read something with a bit more depth.…

‘Even his very existence is cause for concern. Now he’s here, I can’t imagine a world without him’ Everyone who told me was absolutely right – there is no love like the love you feel for a grandchild. Last Saturday, I flew across the world to meet my first grandchild – Bartholomew Alastair George Berich. I had seen him via FaceTime and Kate and her husband Ranko had been incredibly generous with photos, but nothing was going to be like breathing in that smell of newborn baby and stroking my finger along the silky-smooth perfection of his cheek. And in person, he was everything I’d dreamed of and more. I arrived early on Sunday morning and my son-in-law picked me up from Heathrow Airport. According to Ranko, things were brilliant…

‘I never get over the thrill of seeing my recipes in print’ If there is one word you would never use to describe Annabel Langbein, it’s blasé. The TV cook doesn’t do nonchalant, especially when it comes to food. Her latest cookbook, Essential, has recently arrived from the printer and she’s so excited about it that as she sits at the dining table of her Auckland home, she can’t help running her fingertips over the embossed lettering on the cover. At one point, she picks it up and hugs it to her chest. “It might be my 25th book but I never get over the thrill of seeing my recipes in print,” enthuses Annabel, who self-publishes her books. “Every book is like having a baby and I’m super-proud of this…

‘He’s the love of my life. What am I going to do about that? He’s the most brilliant person’ It’s been one of the most on-again off-again celebrity break-ups of recent times. But the pendulum seems to be swinging back in Ben Affleck’s favour, as his long-suffering wife Jennifer Garner has called off their divorce – for now. According to friends of the couple, Ben’s recent stint in rehab for alcohol addiction was the clincher for Jen’s latest change of heart. “Jen has called off the divorce,” a source confirmed. “She really wants to work things out with Ben. They are giving things another try.” The Batman star, who was also treated for alcohol issues back in 2001, and his Alias wife (both 44) are not officially back together, but…

nici WICKES One of the delights of autumn is pears. They’re sweet, gently flavoured and easy to cook with. There’s plenty of variety available from the early season Honey Belle and Packham, to crisp Beurre Bosc. Try a new one this season. Sweet or savoury! Roasted pear & blue cheese scones MAKES 6 These are insanely easy to make and the flavour is wonderful, with little bursts of sweetness from the pears and tanginess from blue cheese. 3 firm pears (I used Honey Belle), cut into 2cm cubes 2 cups all-purpose flour 4 tsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 85g cold butter, grated 75g strong blue cheese ¼ cup cream ¼–½ cup milk Milk, for brushing tops 1 Heat oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper and…

We all own summer pieces we want to wear in the cooler months and layering gives new life to so many pieces in your wardrobe. Here’s some inspiration to get you started on your layered-up journey. Material girls! GILET + JACKET • A quilted gilet is an ideal way to keep the cold at bay. This Jeanswest option is worn over a classic denim jacket for added warmth. • The suedette skirt and soft print top, both from Farmers, help to turn this into a polished and feminine ensemble. • Colour blocking ties this look together. GILET $99.99 from JEANSWEST. JACKET $179.90 from WITCHERY. WHISTLE TOP $59.99, STELLA SKIRT $99.99, XCESRI EARRINGS $9.99 and AMBRA TIGHTS $19.99 all from FARMERS. BAG $89.90 from SEED HERITAGE. SARA BOOTS $89.99 from EZIBUY.…

Two wrongs do not make a right and neighbourhood disputes can quickly turn toxic. Sometimes it pays to take the high ground and treat your neighbour as you would like to be treated yourself. Your car was seriously damaged in an accident and the court determined it was the other driver’s fault. Your insurance paid out but you still had to pay the excess and lost your no claims bonus. Why doesn’t the guilty party pay this? You are responsible for the amount of excess any time you make a claim, regardless of fault. The only exception is if your insurance contract says you’re not. However, if the other party is insured and their insurance company accepts their client was at fault, your excess may be refunded and your no…

Here are some easy ways to clean your toilet without using harsh chemicals: • Use one part baking soda to four parts white vinegar. Sprinkle the baking soda into the bowl, then squirt with the vinegar. Let sit for 15- 30 minutes, then scrub and flush. This will clean and deodorise • To remove a stubborn stain, mix borax and lemon juice into a paste and rub on the mark. Let sit for two hours, then scrub thoroughly. You may need to drain the toilet first to get at the stain • Use false teeth tablets as a toilet cleaner. Simply pop two tablets in the bowl and clean • To clean and disinfect the toilet rim, put straight vinegar in a squirt bottle and use it to clean the…

DREAMS ARE FREE If I’d known grandchildren were so much fun, I’d have had them first. A Barrett, Christchurch OUR OWN GOLD My father was a gold miner and Mother’s ring was made from gold he’d mined. When my turn came, Dad supplied the gold for my ring. It is now over 42 years old and as good as new. Our daughter married nearly 18 years ago. The gold for her ring came from the same claim. We have enough gold left for our three granddaughters’ wedding rings. Waipori Gold, Dunedin, February 8, 1965 PC PLOD Staff at the local station in Sydenham really entered into the Christmas spirit this winter. They made a snowman, complete with navy blue hat, tie, epaulettes on the shoulders and a red button on…

He lives in Toronto, Canada, and up till now has been busy writing movie scripts such as What If, which stars Daniel Radcliffe. All Our Wrong Todays is his first novel and currently he is working on turning it into a film. On what inspired this book… ”When I was growing up, my grandfather had a collection of sci-fi novels and anthologies from the ‘50s and ‘60s. I was fascinated by the covers, which had pictures of robots and flying cars on them. Since then, I’ve been really interested in this idea of what happened to the future we were supposed to have. On the moment in time he would like to travel back to… ”My mother died quite suddenly in 2001. So I’d go back to spend time with…