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Her open-mouthed grin may look a bit silly, but we’d be smiling just as widely as Britney Spears if we had a bangin’ bikini body like hers! The sizzling “Piece of Me” songstress couldn’t hide her delight as she showed off her fit physique while on holiday in Miami last week. But the 36-year-old mum-of-two chose safety over style, covering her bright animal-print bikini with a grey life jacket to take a hoon on a jet-ski. However, the past week hasn’t been all fun and games for Britney, whose ex-husband Kevin Federline has filed court documents demanding a big increase in child-support payments for their sons Sean, 12, and Jayden, 11. A source close to the pop princess, says, “Kevin is always wanting a quick buck from Britney and her…

While things are looking grim for Johnny, his ex-wife Amber appears to be going from strength to strength with new boyfriend Vito Schnabel. We spotted the Aquamanactress and the art dealer, 31, looking cosy and holding hands on their way to a four-hour dinner date in New York. The pair were first spotted together last month and recently confirmed their relationship with a public pash fest over pastries while eating breakfast in the Big Apple. Amber ended a two-year, on-off relationship with tech billionaire Elon Musk in January, while Elon – who has previously been linked to Elle Macpherson, Liv Tyler and Demi Moore – split from supermodel Heidi Klum last September.…

Stepping out to do the groceries in Malibu last month, Julia Roberts drew sharp gasps from fellow shoppers. But it wasn’t just the fact they were in the presence of Hollywood royalty that had people staring. With sunken cheeks and stick-thin legs, the Pretty Woman star, whose megawatt smile has lit up thousands of silver screens around the world, was but a shadow of her former self – and those close to the A-list actress are deeply concerned. “Ever since Julia turned 50 last year, she’s been obsessed with her weight,” claims a family insider. “She used to have a healthy appetite, but now she’s skipping meals and eating as little as possible.” The 1.75m star originally decided to shed five kilos before shooting began on her new TV thriller…

It was the shortest split in the history of showbiz, with Sofia Richie calling time on her 11-month relationship with Scott Disick for just three short days amid rumours of his cheating. But by the end of last week, the pair were back in each other’s arms, with Sofia, 19, writing on Snapchat that Scott, 35, was her “whole heart”. The dad-of-three was reportedly seen getting cosy with an unidentified blonde at Kanye West’s June 1 album launch party in Wyoming, with a Kardashian insider explaining, “When Scott drinks, he is a sloppy mess and fools around.” It’s believed Sofia’s father, Lionel Richie, is hopping mad about the reunion, with a pal close to the singer saying, “He is talking to his lawyers about writing her out of his will…

With her career on the rocks, it’s no surprise Roseanne had hoped for the distraction of a wedding. But those close to the star say her longtime love, musician Johnny Argent, 68, has turned down her many proposals. “He just laughs it off, asking why a pair of senior citizens need to get married,” tells a friend. “He’s vowed to be there for her, but he insists they don’t need a piece of paper to tie them together.” A source says Johnny, who is holed up with Roseanne at her Hawaiian nut farm, is worried about her mental health. “He’s doing everything he can to be a shoulder to cry on, but he has no intention of marrying Roseanne – not now, not ever.”…

Brooke Vincent checks an app on her phone. “Seven months, 24 days and three hours,” she says. “That’s how long it’s been since I had a cigarette.” After 10 years of smoking, the Coronation Street actress – who has played Sophie Webster on the TVNZ 1 soap since 2004 – went cold turkey from the ciggies late last year. That same day, she started overhauling the rest of her lifestyle, cutting the junk food and starting an intensive 12-week fitness programme. The result is an incredible transformation that has completely changed Brooke’s life. “I didn’t have a clue how to eat,” the 25-year-old admits. “My diet was so bad, it was a running joke about how many burgers I’d eat. It was having an effect on my skin and my…

News reporter Katie Bradford was broadcasting live from Waitangi Day festivities in the Bay of Islands when a rogue ice-cream van started rolling toward her in the background of the shot. Due to a delay in the video feed, the TVNZ 1 journalist only heard the warnings from the team back in the Breakfast studio at the very last minute. Fortunately, the vehicle missed her by a whisker and she escaped unharmed. However, Katie was left bruised by a viewer’s comment on Facebook that said, “If the truck had hit her, the truck would’ve been a write-off.” She sighs, “I’m barely five feet [1.52m] tall, so I don’t think I would have done much damage.” Yet that’s far from the worst instance of cyber-bullying that has ever been directed at…

When Nic Turner drags her wheelie bin to the curb outside her Cambridge home, it rattles with a few broken toys that couldn’t be fixed or recycled. The only other thing in there is some worn-out fabric from her family’s well-loved clothes. Unlike her recycling bin that’s placed on the street every two months, it’s rare to see a wheelie bin outside Nic’s home because, incredibly, she and her husband Mike Ryan produce just one lot of rubbish a year. In 2012, the parents to daughters Asha, four, and Makhi, two, made a complete 180 in the way they approach shopping and waste. “It was a process of making one small change at a time so it didn’t feel like a big deal,” says Nic, 40, who has swapped a…

Roasted Mixed Vegetable & Chorizo Frittata SERVES 4 PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 1 HOUR, 5 MINUTES 10 eggs 1 cup cream 2 chorizo sausages, sliced 1 cup Roasted Mixed Vegetables (recipe above) 420g can corn kernels, drained 250g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup mozzarella cheese 1 tablespoon chives, snipped 1. Preheat oven to moderately slow, 160°C. 2. In a jug, whisk eggs and cream. Season. 3. In a nonstick frying pan, sauté chorizo on medium for 3 minutes until golden. Drain on a paper towel. 4. Grease an 8-cup round ovenproof dish. In a bowl, toss mixed veges, corn and chorizo. Spoon into prepared dish. Add egg mixture. Stir to distribute evenly. Top, cut-side up, with tomato. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 1 hour until just set at centre. Stand…

SERVES 4 PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 1 HOUR 100g butter, softened 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2 x 1.4kg whole fresh chickens 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon sea salt flakes 1. Preheat oven to moderately hot, 200°C. 2. In a bowl, combine butter and garlic. Using fingers, gently push butter mixture under skin of each chicken. Place chickens in a large, ovenproof dish. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with sea salt. 3. Roast for 1 hour until golden brown and cooked (juices will run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with a skewer).…

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Mindfulness – we’ve all heard the word bandied about before, but what is it really all about? There are a variety of ways to describe mindfulness. While there is no clear definition, most will agree that it’s the ability to pay attention to the present moment with intention, non-judgmentally. However, this is often easier said than done because we often spend very little time in the present as we fret over the past and worry about the future. Mindfulness is a great tool to help us understand our emotions by creating space between our thoughts and our responses. There’s also growing research on its major benefits, including decreasing stress, anxiety and depression, as well as enhancing your emotional regulation, creativity and self-compassion. It’s now harder to slow down than ever…

Oh, how my heart ached at news of designer Kate Spade’s sudden passing away last week. I didn’t know her, of course, but she meant a lot to me because I have been a fan for a very long time. I walked past her first store on one of my earliest visits to New York City and stopped in shock – the window display simply screamed my name. A little Audrey Hepburn, a little modern glam, a little oh-my-God-I-have-to-have-that! In those days, she concentrated on handbags, which directly fed into my lifelong search for the perfect one. I’m not a big spender and her prices back then at the beginning of the century were almost reasonable. After much deliberation, I chose something – a soft black doctor’s-style bag with a…

The great Nora Ephron, writer of When Harry Met Sally, once said, “Everything is copy.” In other words, no story is a sad story and no embarrassing occurrence is ever awkward. Everything is a story. This is the way I try to live my life every day. It helps. Every single time anything goes wrong or twists upside down, I laugh, write a note and whisper to myself, “It’s a story.” Last week, armed with Airpoints and last-minute hotel deals, off Tim and I went to Aussie for a five-day adventure. Normally when I’ve been to Oz, I have been fortunate enough to be accommodated by the person or company flying me there. I have stayed in some fine hotels with fancy service, but this was on my card, so…

Created by TV wizard Ryan Murphy, the man behind Glee and American Horror Story, this sizzling new series set in the ‘80s follows a group of outcasts making a name for themselves on the ballroom-dancing scene. The groundbreaking show sees the largest cast of transgender actors ever, so let’s meet some of the glamorous characters and the stars behind them! KATE MARA AS PATTY The House of Cards actress steps away from the intrigue of politics and into the role of warm, loving Patty, who works selflessly to ensure her family is always protected. EVAN PETERS AS STAN He’s a regular on Ryan’s TV shows and also made a name for himself in the recent X-Men films. This time, he’s playing a family man and the hardworking husband of Patty.…

ART GREEN & MATILDA RICE THE BACHELOR NZ, 2015 Reality TV’s golden couple are the only pair to have survived from the three Kiwi seasons. The lovebirds got engaged in Rarotonga last year and we can’t wait for the wedding! ASHLEY HEBERT & JP ROSENBAUM THE BACHELORETTE US, 2011 Stars of the seventh season, the duo were the second couple to marry from the series. Their 2012 wedding was televised and they now have two kids. JADE ROPER & TANNER TOLBERT BACHELOR IN PARADISE, 2015 Leaving reality rejects to find love in an exotic location might seem like an absurd idea for a spin-off, but it worked for this couple. They got engaged in the season-two finale and now have a daughter. LILY MCMANUS…

Your letters Wedding still wows What opulence and grandeur at the magical wedding of the century as Prince Harry wed his glamorous American beauty Meghan Markle (WD, May 28). Meghan looked absolutely breathtaking and radiant, and Harry looked super-dapper with his cheeky smile. Diana would be immensely proud and happy for them both. May this power couple share their love for each other and shine on. Best of luck to our new royal lovebirds! • Priscilla, Auckland Floored by Rog Has anyone’s fall from grace ever been so endearing as that of Roger Farrelly? It was really great to read the article about his proud mum (WD, June 11) and see photos of the two of them, showing the close bond they share. May the affection surrounding Roger translate into…

Ora of LOVE! Verona is the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, but last week it hosted two more modern lovebirds – Rita Ora and songwriter Andrew Watt. Sporting newly dyed red hair and an equally bright bikini, the “Anywhere” singer ensured all eyes were on her as she soaked up the sun by the Adige River with her man. After a string of high-profile romances with Bruno Mars, Rob Kardashian and Calvin Harris, Rita has been with Andrew for almost a year. It seems Italy isspecial to them, with the pair first snapped together in Rome. Mama’s mini-me! PINK’s adorable daughter WILLOW, seven, makes a cameo appearance as the 38-year-old singer’s Beautiful Trauma tour arrives at LA’s Staples Center. The big twin win! MARY-KATE (left) and ASHLEY OLSEN, 31,…

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Jennifer has had a Friend in Courteney for 20 years and now she’s thrilled to be her bestie’s maid of honour at her July wedding to Snow Patrol guitarist Johnny McDaid in Northern Ireland. The women first hit it off on the set of Friends in the 1990s and have remained close ever since. Courteney, 53, is said to have been Jen’s “rock” in the wake of her latest divorce. “Courteney and Jennifer are thick as thieves and they have got even closer in recent months,” says a pal. “Courteney wouldn’t want to walk down the aisle without Jen by her side.” Courteney and Johnny, 41, began dating in 2013 and announced their engagement a year later, but separated for four months before reuniting in 2016. They’re said to be…

If anyone doubts the impact that the new Duchess of Sussex is already having on the royal family, they need only look at this week’s journey to Chester. Unaccompanied by Prince Harry, Meghan will be travelling with the Queen – and the significance has not escaped those closest to the monarch. “At 92, the Queen is increasingly looking for support from younger members of the family,” an old friend of Her Majesty tells Woman’s Day. “She’ll never abdicate – it’s simply out of the question – but taking Meghan with her on this trip is both a sign of deep approval, and of a growing need to hand over duties and responsibilities.” More than that, the Queen and the duchess will be staying together on the royal train the night…

She gave women confidence and brought glamour to their world, but following the shock death of designer Kate Spade, reports are emerging of a lifelong battle with mental illness and a marriage that was in turmoil. The 55-year-old handbag queen was found dead in her New York apartment last week, a heartbreaking note left to her teenage daughter Frances Beatrix telling her she wasn’t to blame for the tragic turn of events. Amid rumours Kate’s marriage of 24 years was floundering, her husband Andy, 55, released a statement confirming the pair had been living in separate homes. Calling her the “kindest person I’ve ever known”, he added that they were trying to work through their problems, insisting divorce was never on the cards. “We loved each other very much and…

OARSOME TURNAROUND It’s hard to believe it now, but tall, dark and handsome Heartbreak Island contestant Kristian Barbarich was once bullied for his looks. “I was the fattest, most insecure kid growing up,” says the 25-year-old Aucklander, who weighed 100kg at age 15. “My boarding school’s dining hall being lined with breads and desserts didn’t make things easier!” Rowing helped Kristian drop some of the puppy fat, but the entrepreneur says, “I was still overweight and a coach said I wouldn’t make the top crew if I didn’t slim down.” It was the push he needed. Within three months, he’d lost 24kg and ended up earning a scholarship to row in Canada, where he became a champion and was even offered a place at the prestigious Harvard University. However, fear…

As the Woman’s Day team crowds behind the photographer with rattling toys in hand, Beaumont Tarrant flashes a massive smile to the camera. But it should come as no surprise that this wide-eyed baby is good in front of flashing lights – it’s in the genes, after all! Proud dad Alex Tarrant, from TV’s Filthy Rich and 800 Words, exclaims, “He smiles at almost everyone.” And Beau’s doting mum, Auckward Love star Luci Hare, gushes, “He’s a great little guy. We’re very blessed to have such a happy, healthy little boy.” At four months old, Beau – who looks like the perfect mix of his parents – is already out to impress. He’s hitting all his milestones and teething well before he is supposed to too. Born on February 7,…

Katie advises blocking the bully and reporting anything extreme to police. She says, “I’ve blocked so many trolls and I don’t know what they’re saying any more, so they can go for gold!” She also recommends watching The Inside Word on TVNZ OnDemand, explaining, “This is the sort of television the country needs. We need to talk about mental health responsibly and correctly.” For more tips on cyber-bullying, visit netsafe.org.nz or bullyingfree.nz . To speak to a counsellor free, phone Lifeline on 0800 543 354, call Youthline on 0800 376 633 or text 234.…

• Before buying something, ask yourself, “Do I really want or need this? Are there alternatives – can I borrow, buy secondhand or repair what I already have?” Then go home and sleep on it, rather than forking out for it in the heat of the moment. • Focus on experiences over things, especially when it comes to kids. A new toy might delight them for a week, but they’ll remember a family camping trip for years. • Buy necessities in bulk – it saves time, money and packaging. For example, something as simple as switching to double-length toilet paper will halve packaging in that area. • Choose quality over quantity. It’s tempting to buy something cheap, but that price always comes at a cost. The world doesn’t need more…

MAKES 4 CUPS PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 50 MINUTES 3 onions, chopped 1.5kg pumpkin, chopped 5 carrots, chopped ¼ cup olive oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 teaspoons ground coriander 4 celery sticks, chopped 2 red capsicums, chopped 1. Preheat oven to moderately hot, 200°C. Line two oven trays with baking paper. 2. Toss onion, pumpkin and carrot on trays with half the oil. Add garlic and ground coriander. Mix well. Roast for 30 minutes. 3. Add celery and capsicum to trays. Drizzle with remaining oil. Roast for 20 minutes until tender.…

“I’m a lifelong foodie, I have always enjoyed trying new cuisines and it’s important to me that what I eat tastes good. As I’ve started to explore ways to lose weight, I thought I’d give Fresh Start a go. The idea of small, bland meals was never appealing, and it’s not something I’ve even thought about with Fresh Start. This is the lifestyle I’ve been looking for — sure, it’s a bit of a cliche but it’s true! I’ve tried basically every diet under the sun and this is the only time where I’ve actually lost weight and kept it off. I lost a whole 10kg with Fresh Start, and learning about new cooking techniques and flavour combos has been another great part of the experience. Thanks Nadia and team!”…

PIN-UP PONY This British beauty doesn’ from her signa ’do – because she knows it w voluminous pon with loose pieces instantl frames y features. a normal pon then pull out str to sit on either side of y THE HUN This half-up, half-down style is having a major moment. The best part about it is that it actually looks better on tresses that are not squeaky clean. Pull the top section of your hair up, starting just above your ears. Fasten with a hair tie, then wrap strands around the base, securing with bobby pins. SLEEK AND CHIC Oily roots? No problem. Make like the Mad Men star and create a deep side part, sweeping hair back into a low pony. Pull the pony in half and wrap one…

Q My boyfriend sometimes passes wind when we’re having sex. He claims he can’t help it, so I try to not get angry, but it irritates me. Is there something biological going on or is he just being really gross? • Wound Up, Te Awamutu A I hate to break it to you, but he’s telling the truth. Sex farting can be neurological. The brain is feeling so snazzy that it’s releasing a bunch of chemicals that can cause a relaxant effect on your muscles. Humans are basically walking gas units and for the most part, we have trained our minds not to let rip in front of our friends and colleagues. But for some people, that combination of excitement and pure happiness means they involuntarily become a tooting bundle…

My daughter’s recent obsession with slime seems to have got us into a sticky situation. I actually banned slime, but in a calculated attempt to prove banning stuff doesn’t work, my daughter and her friend emerged from a sleepover one weekend with armfuls of the goo in small pots. “What have we here?” I asked like Inspector Clouseau. “I thought I banned slime.” “Well yes, technically you did, but this was just a one-off because we had all the ingredients and we made it outside – well, we did some in the bathroom, but mainly outside,” my daughter began. “Wait, what?” I interrupted. “The bathroom?” “Oh, yes, but it’s no big deal. We cleaned it up,” she replied triumphant. “How did you clean it up?” “Well, you know, wiped down…

4650 meals were served over the course of the show. 221 local Fijians worked on the series. 1.96m The impressive height of contestant Harry Jowsey, who tells us, “When people meet me, they fizz out about how much of a lanky string bean I am.” 20 The age of youngest contestant Ella Caunter, whose favourite TV show is Coronation Street! 43 cameras were used around the island. 1 contestant, Josh Connolly, used to be in the army. He even guarded Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall during a recent visit to New Zealand. 29 is the age of oldest male contestant Tavita Karika, who tells us, “I’m best described as flirtatious, charming and handsome, and I love helping others achieve their goals.” 6 of the cast are…

HOME AND AWAY, 1994-1997 As troubled schoolgirl Shannon Reed, Isla cut her teeth in the soap world, just like so many Aussie actors. SCOOBY-DOO, 2002 With those curly blonde locks, the young actress is barely recognisable in this live-action remake of the beloved cartoon. WEDDING CRASHERS, 2005 In this hit comedy, Isla portrayed the outrageous love interest of Vince Vaughn’s troublemaking character. CONFESSIONS OF A SHOPAHOLIC, 2009 The ravishing redhead played shopping-addicted writer Rebecca in this fun chick flick. THE GREAT GATSBY, 2013 In this Oscar-winning film, Isla became sultry Myrtle, whose car is accidentally hit by Leonardo DiCaprio’s character Jay. NOCTURNAL ANIMALS, 2016 This captivating thriller saw the actress capitalise on her undeniable likeness to co-star Amy Adams.…

It’s lovely that the Queen and the Duchess of Sussex have become firm friends so quickly. Considering Meghan had only one family member at her wedding, I guess it’s nice she suddenly has an extended clan so keen to get to know her. I think it’s fair to say Rachel from Suits has quickly become a favourite of the Queen. But I do wonder if secretly there are a few green-eyed young royal rellies watching how magnetic Meghan is making senior family members smile. There must have been some jealous bods when it was announced she’d been invited on an overnight trip with the Queen on the royal train this week. Not even her hubby Harry, or William and Kate have had that honour! They’re off to Chester, where lucky…

He was the golden boy of the ’90s, with a sharp jawline and boyish looks that earned him the title of Sexiest Man Alive not once, but twice. However, Johnny Depp’s good looks don’t appear to be standing the test of time. When the 55-year-old stepped out in Russia recently, fans were shocked at the worrying sight of the stringy, hollow-cheeked man that bore only the slightest resemblance to the Hollywood actor. “What’s eating Johnny Depp?” the headlines asked. Those close to the star claim he has being ravaged by an addiction to alcohol and drugs, and that crisis talks are being held by his worried ex-partner Vanessa Paradis, 45, and their two children, Lily-Rose, 19, and John, 16. “It’s no secret Johnny’s battled with alcohol and drug addiction over…

When a handsome bloke from Whangarei stepped into a salsa lesson that Rachel White was teaching in Los Angeles back in 2011, the Dancing with the Stars NZ judge confesses it was “love and lust at first sight”. The Russian-Californian beauty recalls, “I vowed I’d never in my life date a client, but I had full-on fireworks and couldn’t stop thinking about him. My dream guy, this Ken doll, had just walked through the door, with a gorgeous accent to boot. I knew I had to have this person in my life.” Yet while Rachel, 30, was surprised to find herself falling for a customer, she wasn’t at all shocked that her future husband, gym manager Stuart, 36, was from New Zealand. She tells Woman’s Day, “Ever since I was…

It’s been just over a year since 22 people were killed in a suicide bombing at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, but the singer says she still thinks about the terrorist attack every day. The 24-year-old former Disney darling confesses that she is now battling post-traumatic stress disorder. “My anxiety has anxiety,” tells Ariana. “I don’t think I’ll ever know how to talk about it and not cry.” The “Problem” singer – who makes time to keep in touch with fans affected by the blast – is being comforted by her new boyfriend, Saturday Night Live comedian Pete Davidson, 24. The fresh romance comes hot on the heels of her split from rapper Mac Miller, 26, a relationship she has described as “toxic”, as well as Pete breaking up…

He cleared out his dating diary in 2017 to enjoy a year of being “truly single”, but it looks like Nick Jonas is ready to give his relationship status a tweak. The 25-year-old former boy bander has been on a string of lovey-dovey dates with Bollywood beauty Priyanka Chopra, 35, and it looks like it’s getting serious. A close friend explains, “People are saying it’s a great match because they’re both so talented and understand the industry. Priyanka knows how to have fun, but there’s also a gravitas to her. The same goes for Nick. He’s so serious but has a great sense of humour.” The pair have been pals for many years, but those close to the Jonas Brother singer say he’s more than ready to move the Mumbai-based…

It wasn’t the brutal tropical climate, desperate hunger or game-ending health scare that challenged Survivor NZ contestant Jeremy Muirhead the most – it was not being able to share his Thailand experience with his wife Sophia. Jeremy, aka JT, a public favourite due to his quirky humour and super-cunning calculations, says his hairdresser wife was never far from his thoughts as he roughed it on the Chani team for season two of the TVNZ 2 reality show. “Sophia’s a big fan of the show, so it was hard not being able to give her a call to brag about something I knew she’d approve of!” the 32-year-old tells Woman’s Day. “One of the things we enjoyed doing most when we first got together was watching Survivor.” Sophia, 29, who was…

Standing in a busy beachside park, beside a teepee topped with bright summer flowers, Auckland tradie Nathan Niha bent a shaky knee to propose to his love Esther Ayres. For shy Nathan, 25, the romantic public gesture in Mission Bay was a brave step, yet it was nothing compared to surviving a near-fatal farm buggy accident with his 22-year-old girlfriend two years before. Speaking with Woman’s Day near their home on Auckland’s North Shore, the couple describe meeting five years ago via a dating app and quickly bonding over dinner, despite their opposite personalities. Introvert Nathan smiles as he talks about falling for loud Esther’s zest for life. “She ticks all the boxes and puts up with me – and that’s difficult!” Esther smiles at her “shy but hilarious and…

Annie Murphy uses her gold pass to bus to her part-time job on Auckand’s North Shore. The 66-year-old’s smart silver crop and perfectly manicured nails are a nod to her role as a property manager, where she “tells people to pay their rent for a living”. But come the weekend, it’s a different story as the Orewa-based grandmother-of-six dons her civvies – a heavy, patch-covered black leather jacket, sturdy biker jeans and a full-face helmet – to take her beloved blue Harley Davidson 1200 Custom Sport, named Petal, out for a spin. “I’ve had a few bikes over the years, but nothing as perfect as Petal,” beams Annie. “That sound when you start her up – ‘Potato, potato, potato’ – that’s what I love the most.” It was love at…

MAKES 7 CUPS PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 50 MINUTES 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 3 celery sticks, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1.5kg beef mince 2 x 400g cans diced tomatoes 2 cups chicken stock ½ cup tomato paste ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped 1. In a large saucepan, heat oil on medium. Sauté onion, celery and garlic for 5 minutes until soft. Add mince and cook, stirring to break up lumps, for 5 minutes until browned. 2. Add diced tomato, stock and tomato paste. Stir to combine. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes until sauce thickens. Sprinkle with parsley.…

MAKES 18 PREPARATION 20 MINUTES (PLUS PROVING) COOKING 20 MINUTES ½ cup lukewarm water 7g sachet (2 teaspoons) dried yeast 80g butter 1 cup milk 3½ cups plain flour, sifted 2 egg yolks ¼ cup caster sugar ½ teaspoon salt vegetable oil to deep-fry 1. Pour lukewarm water in a jug and sprinkle yeast over water. Cover with cling film and stand for 10 minutes or until frothy. 2. In a small saucepan, place butter and milk over high heat. Stir until butter melts. Cool. 3. In a large bowl, combine flour, yolks, sugar, salt, yeast mixture and butter mixture. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Place in a clean, oiled bowl. Cover with cling film and stand in a warm place to prove for 1…

Roast Beef SERVES 6 PREPARATION 5 MINUTES COOKING 1 HOUR, 5 MINUTES (PLUS RESTING) 1.5kg piece scotch fillet, at room temperature, trussed 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup water roast vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, gravy, beans to serve 3. Transfer beef to a rack in a baking dish. Season and add flavourings of choice (we used sage and thyme). 4. Add water to baking dish to create steam and prevent pan juices from burning (then top up as required during cooking). 5. Roast meat for 50-60 minutes or until cooked to taste (see tip). Loosely cover with foil and rest for 10-20 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice across roast’s grain and serve with accompaniments of choice. 1. Preheat oven to hot, 200°C. Weigh beef and calculate cooking time –…

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