Innholdsfortegnelse for March 16, 2015 i Woman's Day

My mother-in-law Trish and her mum Nancy religiously phone each other twice a day – once at 6am and then again at 6pm. I’d love to say I have the same dedication but my poor mum has to wait for my call at odd hours when I’m stuck in traffi c and rushing home to my boys most nights. But one thing’s for sure, I couldn’t imagine finishing the day without that call, not to mention the laughs and cuddles we share when we see each other. That’s why I’ve been so touched by the heartwarming reunion story of Kym and her mum Yoklern, who we see meet each other for the first time in 54 years (p36). Even just the photos of their first hug will no doubt melt…

Oscar-winning actress Maggie Smith has shattered fans around the world with the devastating revelation she intends to leave hit series Downton Abbey after the next season. The much-loved star, who is well known for her frosty put-downs and damning one-liners as matriarch Violet Crawley, the Dowager Countess of Grantham, says her decision to leave the show is based on her character’s age and legitimacy. Ageing countess “They say [season six] is the last one, and I can’t see how it could go on,” the 80-year-old fan-favourite told The Sunday Times. “I certainly can’t keep going on. To my knowledge [Violet] must be 110 by now! We’re into the late 1920s!” A big part of the problem for beloved Maggie is her incredible popularity and heightened fame on the back of…

Girl, Interrupted She played a lesbian on screen around the same time she had a real-life affair with Jenny Shimizu. Gone In 60 Seconds Angelina played a young, tattooed bad girl while also being troubled in real life throughout her 20s. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider She moved to Cambodia after filming there and is now an honorary citizen thanks to her conservation efforts. A Mighty Heart The actress made humanitarian causes a priority while playing widow of slain Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl.…

Katie Holmes has sparked plenty of gossip on the set of hit show Ray Donovan, with insiders accusing her of being a little too flirty with her co-star Liev Schreiber. Giggling, playing with her hair and making a point of chatting with the 47-year-old actor between takes while filming a guest spot on the US drama, single mum Katie, 35, is raising plenty of eyebrows – and Liev’s long-time partner and mother of his two children, Naomi Watts has noticed. Dismissing Katie’s girlish behaviour at first – which has been playing out on the Los Angeles film lot where the show is filmed – Naomi, 46, has begun to get fed up. Keeping an eye out “Katie will sometimes take the conversation off on a tangent about what Liev’s doing…

When Kym Ferreira, and her biological mum Yoklern wrap their arms around each other for this first embrace in 54 long years, tears of joy and relief stream down their faces. The tiny white-haired woman pulls Kym, 54, closer, her time-worn fingers gently patting her back – never again would she let her daughter out of her grasp. After a fruitless search for Yoklern for most of her adult life, Kym feared this moment might never come. The UKbased daughter of an Aussie mining manager had hit so many distressing dead ends – including a meeting with a woman she was told was her real mother – she’d almost given up. That is until a big-hearted Thai policeman took pity on Kym’s plight and stepped in. Using his network of…

LUKE & SCOTT Setting an MKR record with four perfect scores, Bondi boys Luke Hines and Scott Gooding know how to create delicious food without the guilt – like this Asian-influenced pork belly with a healthy twist. “Luke and I are big fans of this dish,” says Scott. “It’s rich and full and a bit of a crowd-pleaser, which makes it great for entertaining.” Luke adds: “The sweet and sour taste lends itself well to Asian dishes. Try adding chilli sauteed Brussels sprouts as a side.” SWEET & SOUR PORK BELLY SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS + RESTING COOK 1½ HOURS PER SERVE 2813kJ COST $$ 1 kg pork belly, rind scored 1 tbsp sea salt 1 tbsp ground chilli 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 large green capsicum, seeded, finely…

AFGHAN RICE PILAF SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 25 MINS PER SERVE 2373kJ 1½ cups white basmati rice 20g butter 1 onion, finely sliced 250g lamb mince 2 tsp garam masala 1 tsp cardamom 1 carrot, shredded 3 cups chicken stock (or water) ¼ cup sliced dried apricots ¼ cup flaked almonds mint, to serve 1 Rinse rice in sieve under cold water until water runs clear. Drain well. 2 In a large heavy-based saucepan, melt butter on medium. Saute onion 4-5 minutes until golden and tender. 3 Increase heat to high. Brown lamb 4-5 minutes, breaking up lumps. Stir in rice and spices and cook 1 minute. Mix in carrot. 4 Add stock and apricots. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to very low. Cook, covered, 15 minutes…

Medium Amanda De Warren speaks with Linx, Rachel’s hyperactive cat AMANDA SAYS Linx tells me he lives in a house with a lot of people and a baby. He’s the only cat and is loved by everyone, especially Rachel’s husband who often pretends to wear him as a scarf around the house, which he loves. He says he’s great mates with Rachel’s brother, who lives downstairs, and likes to wander down there and tease him. Linx loves Rachel’s mum, who gives him lots of cuddles. He also talks about Rachel’s dad, who takes him outside every morning to have a play in the yard while Rachel’s dad drinks his coffee on the lawn. Linx is an indoor cat and says he wouldn’t go outside if Rachel’s dad wasn’t…

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It’s been an intense couple of weeks on Winter. Not only has Detective Sergeant Eve (Rebecca Gibney) been put under pressure to solve the complex and gruelling murder investigation of young mother Karly, she’s faced challenges in her personal life, too. But in tonight’s explosive finale, Eve finally gets her answers. “There’s a massive twist at the end ” reveals Rebecca, 50. “All the questions will be answered – we find out who killed Karly and we get a little more insight into Lachlan and Eve’s relationship. Will they end up together or not?” Rebecca says the finale’s twist took plenty of planning and is guaranteed to shock! “There was a lot of discussion and plotting about who the killer might be” she says. “Would it work? Is it risky?…

Barefoot and dressed in ripped jeans, Samantha Armytage couldn’t have looked more relaxed or happier as she flashed a huge smile after taking time out to get a discount manicure and pedicure in Sydney on Wednesday. Either she’s made of Teflon or she was putting on a very brave face in light of a continued assault from her own workmates. Just the night before, Sam had been targeted on an episode of A Current Affair that screened on rival network, Nine. And for once the story wasn’t about her fluctuating weight, but rather the campaign to undermine Sam by her own colleagues, suspected of leaking nasty personal stories about her “diva” behaviour over the past two years. Her hands are tied But Sam, 37, is fighting back and has two…

It’s an exciting week… Take the hassle (and time) out of midweek cooking with our clever shortcuts. Plus, the talented MKR All Stars share their favourite Asian recipes and we have four fab omelettes to try. We’ve also got dreamy desserts that’ll send your dinner guests all gooey… Enjoy! CHORIZO & ZUCCHINI GNOCCHI SERVES 4 PREP 5 MINS COOK 20 MINS PER SERVE 2639kJ COST $$$ 1 tbsp olive oil 2 chorizo, sliced 2 zucchini, sliced 540g jar tomato, garlic and onion pasta sauce ½ tsp dried oregano 500g fresh gnocchi shaved parmesan, oregano leaves, to serve 1 In a large frying pan, heat oil on high. Cook chorizo 4-5 minutes, turning, until browned and oil has rendered from sausage. 2 Stir in zucchini, pasta sauce and oregano. Bring to…

WHITE CHOCOLATE & COCONUT MOUSSE CAKE SERVES 8-10 PREP 25 MINS COOK 5 MINS + CHILLING PER SERVE 2231kJ COST $$$ 400g store-bought sponge cake 2 tbsp coconut liqueur or Caribbean white rum 3 tsp gelatine ¼ cup just-boiled water 200g white chocolate, chopped 4 eggs, separated 300ml thickened cream 1 mango, seeded, thinly sliced ¼ pineapple, thinly sliced 1 kiwifruit, sliced pulp 1 passionfruit 1 cup white chocolate curls ¼ cup toasted coconut flakes 1 Line base and sides of a 20cm springform pan with baking paper. 2 Slice cake vertically into 2cm thick slices. Place side by side on a flat surface. Using pan as a guide, cut a 20cm circle from cake. Place cake in pan, pressing slightly. 3 Use a pastry brush to dab liqueur over…

PERFECT PAELLA SERVES 4-6 PREP 15 MINS COOK 30 MINS PER SERVE 1998kJ COST $$ 1 Cook 3 cups long-grain rice in a pan of boiling water. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan on high. Fry 1 sliced spicy chorizo 3-5 minutes until beginning to brown. Set chorizo aside. 2 Reduce pan heat to medium and add 1 tbsp more oil. Saute 1 yellow and 1 red sliced capsicum, 1 finely chopped onion and 1 crushed clove garlic 2-3 minutes until tender. 3 Stir in cooked, drained rice, 1 cup white wine, 1 cup stock and a pinch saffron threads (soaked in 2 tbsp hot water). Season to taste. Bring to boil and simmer 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until almost all liquid has evaporated. 4…

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CELEBRITY PISCEAN Eva Longoria March 15, 1975 Eva is a talented woman but she attracts controlling men. While the turbulence in her love-life has subsided for now, misplaced trust could prove expensive. A focus on dream acting roles is what she needs. Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Something’s gotta give. Restless stars prompt reassessment and, by August, a whole new plan of attack. In your quest for satisfaction, you might travel or move. Rein in your impulsive streak on Thursday and get set for a chatty weekend. Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 Saturn retrogrades tend to expose cracks and this is no exception. A problem could bubble over at work but it allows you to see what’s really going on. If study or travel plans have…

With his cheeky banter, flirty accent and charming personality, there’s no denying Manu Feildel is the best thing since sliced bread. But these game-changing snaps of the loveable French judge and contestant Adam Anderson are set to shock, if not outrage, My Kitchen Rules contestants and fans alike. Woman’s Day can exclusively reveal that the popular celebrity chef, 41, and the former tennis pro, 45, have been hanging out as good mates in real life! Manu and Adam hugged and clasped hands like close friends, sharing laughs as they met up for a tennis match. The timing couldn’t be more awkward as MKR reaches boiling point, with Adam and wife Carol Molloy fighting the other contestants for survival and a chance to take home the $250,000…

Cosentino didn’t need any fancy tricks or illusions to woo his stunning assistant Priscilla Stavrou – she fell in love with the man off stage. “He’s so kind and has such a gentle nature,” she says from the Melbourne home they share with their “kids”, Bengal cats Diamond and Dante. “He’s a very easygoing guy and I just love that about him – there’s no pressure.” A magical home Offering a rare glimpse into the man behind the awe-inspiring illusions, (Paul) Cosentino, 32, says he lives for the moments he can relax at home with Priscilla. “You know what a good holiday is?” he asks. “Sitting on the couch!” “I love being able to watch a movie at home, cook dinner and just chill,” adds Priscilla. It’s hard to believe…

With young families and similar career successes, Nicole Kidman expected to instantly bond with Julia Roberts. But when Nicole arrived on the LA set of The Secret In Their Eyes after she was offered a late casting in a supporting role, she was shocked to feel frostiness from her fellow A-lister. Sources tell us exclusively Julia is threatened by Nicole’s natural star power and is keen to stake her claim as the star. “Nicole has tried to be friendly, but it’s awkward. Julia acts like the Queen,” says our insider. To ensure everyone knows she’s top dog, Julia has a list of demands, including having the biggest, most luxurious trailer, filled with fresh flowers and organic fruit. “Julia has three assistants scurrying around after her and doesn’t eat with other…

Labelling herself the “hottest butcher ever”, Nikki says she’s often underestimated because of how pretty she is. And this week, Woman’s Day has secured some of her best work yet. Standing at 180cm tall and a slim size eight, these recent modelling shots show Nikki is no slouch when it comes to turning up the heat for the camera. The leggy promo model and psychology student served up her assets in a steamy photoshoot with Sydney-based photographer Kent Johnson as she sported an itsy-bitsy animal print bikini and worked her magic around a ladder. The pouty blonde, who describes herself on her online modelling profile as “an outgoing, professional, dedicated worker”, puts in some clear commitment to her craft in the series of smouldering swimwear shots. “Having this face in…

They couldn’t look more different Bristol-born twins Orlando and Natalia Balasco were born just a minute apart in 2008, but Orlando inherited his mum’s Jamaican colouring with jet black hair and big brown eyes, while sister Natalia is a blue-eyed blonde! We beat the odds… twice! UK couple Dean Durrant, of West Indian origin, and Alison Spooner, who is white, shocked experts when they had one white and one black twin in 2001. Then amazingly in 2008, it happened again! They changed colour as they got older When UK mum Kerry Richardson gave birth to twin boys Layton and Kaydon in 2006, both babies were white. But as they got older, Layton’s skin grew darker – inheriting Kerry’s Nigerian-English colouring – while Kaydon’s stayed pale like his father’s.…

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HEIRLOOM TOMATO & ONION QUICHE SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS + CHILLING COOK 55 MINS PER SERVE 2589kJ COST $$$ 2 sheets shortcrust pastry 3 eggs, beaten cup cream ½ cup grated parmesan 200g caramelised onion relish 4 slices prosciutto, torn 400g heirloom cherry tomato medley, halved 3 sprigs thyme, leaves emoved salad, to serve 1 Preheat oven to hot, 200°C. 2 Line a 22cm fluted loose-base flan pan with pastry sheets, trimming and joining to fit. Chill 15 minutes. 3 Bake blind 10 minutes. Remove paper and filling, bake a further 5 minutes. Reduce oven to moderate, 180°C. 4 In a large jug, whisk eggs, cream and parmesan together. Season. 5 Spread base pastry case with onion relish. Top with prosciutto then pour egg mixture over. Scatter with tomatoes…

FLUFFY HAM & TOMATO OMELETTE SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS COST $ 6 eggs, 4 separated ¼ cup cream 1 tbsp olive oil 20g butter 100g sliced ham ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup grated tasty cheese 1 tbsp chopped chives sourdough toast, to serve DIJON CREAM ¼ cup light sour cream 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. 2 In a large bowl, whisk 2 whole eggs, 4 yolks and cream together. Season to taste. 3 In a second large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg-whites until soft peaks form. Using a large metal spoon, lightly fold into egg mixture. 4 In a 25cm ovenproof frying pan, heat combined oil and butter on high. Pour in egg mixture. Top evenly with…

MAKES 50 PIECES PREP 20 MINS + SETTING COOK 30 MINS PER PIECE 318kJ COST $$$ ¾ cup chopped pistachios ¾ cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup coarsely chopped blanched almonds 1/3 cup diced glace orange confectioner’s rice paper 2/3 cup honey 2 egg-whites 1¾ cup caster sugar 1/3 cup liquid glucose 1 orange, grated zest, ¼ cup juice ¼ cup water 1 Preheat oven to very slow, 100°C. Place pistachios, cranberries, almonds and glace orange on an oven tray. Warm in oven 10 minutes. 2 Lightly grease a 20cm square cake pan and line base with rice paper, shiny side down. Set aside. 3 Heat honey in a small saucepan on medium. When it reaches 108°C on a sugar thermometer (3-4 minutes), start whisking egg-whites in an electric mixer until…

WHAT TYPES are available? Ranging from as little as $5 to $500, there’s no shortage of hairpieces to suit any budget. Made from synthetic or human hair, what you go for depends on how much you want to spend and how much time you want to dedicate to styling. Synthetic pieces can be worn straight from the packet but they’re hard to restyle, they can’t be coloured and only last up to six months, max. Human hairpieces can be styled, cut and coloured, and they have longevity if you take care of them. However, they can be pricey and take a degree of upkeep. If you want to colour a human-hair extension yourself, use a semi-permanent product. The colour will wash out, so you won’t get stuck with…

QWe’re an elderly married couple in country NSW. Because we have no family here we’re worried our son would have to travel far to attend to our affairs, should we pass. Would it be easier if we moved closer to him? Worried Mum While it will be no small feat, moving interstate would be a wonderful step in the right direction for you both, but not for the reason you’ve mentioned. I feel moving to be closer to your son and his family will bring you much more joy, but you’ll also find your overall quality of life will improve because you’ll move to a smaller, low-maintenance home. Either way, the choice is yours. There is no right or wrong decision in this instance. QI recently had my first…

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MICHELLE MONAGHAN Remember when stripes were big in the 90s? She’s had this since then. SIENNA MILLER Boho or oh no? Ploize stop with the Byron Bay rich hippie routine. BRITTANY SNOW This is what mother meant when she said stay away from horizontal stripes. KRISTEN STEWART Even K-Stew can’t believe how adorable she looks. Could that be a smile? EMMA STONE We love old-fashioned mix ’n’ match, just not so much this… RACHAEL FINCH OK, forget what mum said – this little bird could never cross the line.…

Pierce’s beach break Just days after his Malibu mansion was damaged by fire, former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan, 61, whisked his wife Keely Shaye Smith, 51, to Hawaii for a getaway. The lovebirds, who married 13 years ago, have property in the tropical paradise and often split their time between the island and home. Looking well-rested and relaxed, Pierce enjoyed taking to the water in a paddleboard session, and was later spotted sharing a sweet embrace with his lady love on the beach. The faces many of North Let’s hope the wind doesn’t change! From happy to horrified to some intimidating side-eyes, cutie-pie North, 19 months, has been snapped pulling some hilarious faces lately. So much so, she’s now got her very own range of emojis illustrating her every…