Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 48, 2021 i Woman's Day

Can you believe it’s less than six weeks until Christmas? Nor can I! If like me you felt as if this year went from Easter to June to... NEARLY ONE MONTH TO GO, you’re probably freaking out right now at the thought of the festive season being upon us already. Thankfully, the wonderful, Christmas-loving Woman’s Day team have been preparing for months, and this week we kick off the festive excitement, with recipes, craft, entertaining tips and more. After what’s been a challenging year for all of us, I really hope we can help you celebrate this special time of year in the best way possible. Let the countdown begin!…

‘HM has always had little time for emotional delays’ Prince Charles has been preparing for more than seven decades to take his place on the throne – and now that moment is imminent, Charles has confessed he is far from ready. In an intimate mother-son exchange last month, shortly after the Queen’s return from hospital, sources say Charles, 73, confided his fears to his 95-year-old mother, even going so far as to suggest passing the crown on to his son, Prince William. “It was an incredibly raw exchange,” says a palace insider. “Having Ma’am in hospital triggers all kinds of protocol in the event of her passing – and Charles was affected by it. His time at the climate summit reaffirmed what he really wants to do – activism.” WILLIAM…

The Sussexes made a surprise and seemingly last-minute red-carpet appearance in New York last week, as shocking developments about Meghan’s ongoing privacy court case were heard in the UK. The couple were full of smiles at a Remembrance Day event, despite the news their former head of communications, who now works for Prince William and Kate, has made a series of claims against them. Jason Knauf, 37, gave evidence to support an appeal by Associated Newspapers, which was successfully sued by the duchess for invasion of privacy and copyright infringements after reproducing letters she wrote to her father Thomas Markle. Andrew Caldecott QC told the court Jason’s testimony will claim Meghan cooperated with the authors of Finding Freedom, despite her many denials. He added that it would show Meghan’s account…

When Liv Tyler split from her partner of seven years, sports agent Dave Gardner, you could almost set your watch by how long it would be before he was out on the town enjoying his newly single life, alongside his very much married best friend, David Beckham. And indeed, the same day the news broke about the break-up, David and Dave were snapped having a boys’ night out in New York, dining at Emilio’s Ballato Italian restaurant before catching a basketball game. WARNING SIGNS To the average onlooker, it seemed like good, clean fun – one man taking his best mate out for a good time to soothe his broken heart. But to David’s wife Victoria, it’s bad news. According to insiders, she’s worried that David’s innocent support for his…

And just like that, the stars of Sex And The City are back – and it’s like they never left. But while Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon are clearly delighted to be stepping back into their iconic roles, Kim Cattrall’s absence from the TV reboot is starkly obvious to fans. Many are still hoping Kim could return to the Emmy-winning show. Last week it was reported that her character, Samantha Jones, is still alive and well in the fictional world of SATC, and the creators of the revival, And Just Like That, are doing everything they can to encourage Kim’s return. “It’s going to take a lot of money to lure Kim back, but as much as it pains everyone, the show really needs Sam,” an insider…

Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 Welcome to eclipse season! Discussions may be intense this week, but a good dose of honesty might be just what’s needed. These proactive stars could trigger positive developments on the financial front, while for singles, a casual encounter may feel fated or “meant to be”. STAR TIP Place a piece of rose quartz crystal near your bed to attract love. GOLDIE HAWN The actress once gifted her daughter Kate Hudson a bowl of rose quartz to keep by her bedside. Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 22 Life is about to accelerate, but with an eclipse shaking things up, taking time out is essential this week. Self-expression should prove therapeutic, perhaps through writing, art or a pastime you feel passionate about. Don’t worry about what…

CANDY CANE CAPRESE WITH PESTO & OLIVE TOASTS SERVES 8-10 PREP 1 HOUR COOK 15 MINS • 2 x 220g tubs bocconcini, drained, sliced into 3 • 2 x 250g cocktail truss tomatoes, stem removed, sliced into 3 • caramelised balsamic, to serve • baby basil leaves, extra toasted pine nuts, to garnish OLIVE & GARLIC BAGUETTE TOASTS •1/3 cup olive oil •1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives, finely chopped • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 long baguette, cut into 8mm slices PESTO DIP • 2 bunches basil, leaves picked • ½ cup finely grated parmesan • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • ½ cup toasted pine nuts •2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 To make toasts, preheat oven to 160°C. In a small jug, combine oil, olives and garlic until…

BIEBS IN BOOTS JUSTIN BIEBER He rarely puts a foot wrong in the fashion game, but we have to say, Justin, these Kanye West-made Yeezy boots are one giant fashion misstep in our humble opinion... Monster shopping trip PAULA ABDUL The former American Idol judge was seen trotting down Rodeo Drive with an unlikely – and incredibly hairy – companion, after scooping up a few buys at the luxury label stores. We wonder what Louis Vuitton had in Bigfoot’s size? THE THREE SISTERS! ISLA FISHER Come one, come all and witness the breathtakingly bizarre wonder that is actress Isla and her two redheaded stuntwoman “sisters”, who will amaze and astound you with their fiery red tresses and winning smiles! Nice & squeezy PRINCE CHARLES The Prince of Wales clearly doesn’t…

Here comes the bride Paris Hilton and fiance Carter Reum already looked like bride and groom at the LACMA Gala ahead of their November 11 wedding. Ladies who lunch Melanie Griffith, Dakota Johnson, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis caught up at a luncheon for Netflix’s The Lost Daughter. Don’t go, J.Lo! In what looked like a scene from a movie, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck kissed goodbye on the tarmac in LA before the singer jumped on a private jet. Seeing double Melissa Doyle gushed she was “so proud” of her mini-me daughter Talia, 17, as she embarked on her Higher School Certificate exams last week. How one-derful! MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo celebrated daughter Isla’s first birthday with wife Lauren and son Alfie, three, with a family party in…

Prince Harry is facing enormous pressure to walk away from his rumoured $184 million deal with Netflix after a family friend publicly criticised makers of The Crown for their portrayal of Princess Diana. Jemima Khan, 47, who had a close friendship with Diana, was working as a script consultant on the show, which has been a long-time hit for the streaming giant. She has walked away from the project, reportedly citing Diana’s portrayal as “disrespectful”. Now 37-year-old Harry’s loyalty to his mother’s memory is being tested as insiders reveal even Diana’s family have begged him to intervene. “The Spencers are horrified at how Diana’s being presented,” says a family insider. “They’ve made it clear Harry needs to intervene and if things aren’t toned down and made more respectful, he should…

The Lord Of The Rings actress and her high-powered soccer agent partner were engaged in July 2015, but sadly it wasn’t to be. Sources tell UK newspaper The Sun that Liv and Dave had “grown apart and were increasingly living separate lives”. An insider says, “Both wanted to focus on their careers – her acting and producing, and him running his business and working on David’s Inter Miami football project. They officially parted ways back in March but they’ve kept it quiet so as to minimise the fuss and ensure their kids were OK.”…

MasterChef star Julie Goodwin can now add doting grandmother to her already impressive resume, after the birth of baby Delilah Marlene in January. “Oh my god – it’s beautiful,” the 51-year-old star tells Woman’s Day of bonding with her nine-month-old granddaughter, the child of her middle son, Tom. “And we have been so lucky. During this last lockdown we have all been living in the same house. It’s just been divine to wake up for her every day. They’re moving out in a few weeks and I’m going to miss them.” The doting star admits she can’t get enough of the latest addition to her family, which also includes husband of 26 years Michael and her other sons, Joe and Paddy. “I don’t think you can spoil a little baby,…

An unbroken bond AMANDA SAYS Lippo shows me he passed over at about 15 years old. He chose Angela from the moment he met her and tells me they did a lot of travelling together and he loved being in the car. Very gentle in nature, Lippo knows Angela was concerned about all the changes and travel, but he was and still is incredibly devoted to Angela and puts her on a pedestal. He loved every moment of being with her and it didn’t matter where they were. He wants Angela to know that he really does connect to her in her dreams and he is still very much by her side. Lippo is with Angela’s dad and mum, who have both passed over, and brings through another dog he…

RETINOL Research has shown time and again that a regular dose of vitamin A helps skin look younger, as it boosts collagen production and prevents it from breaking down further. As our skin matures, retinol – which is a derivative of vitamin A – is a no brainer addition to your night-time routine. Dr Naomi Vitamin Amen Ultimate A Serum $149 L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Laser Pure Retinol Night Serum $51.95 Prevention is key “There is no point investing in expensive treatments if you’re not protecting skin from the sun and using quality skincare.” – Dr Leona Yip, consultant dermatologist Skin Partners Brisbane Bondi Sands Hydra UV Protect SPF 50+ Face Lotion $27.99 HYALURONIC ACID Skin is only as firm as it is hydrated, which is why keeping your hyaluronic acid…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED • Annie Sloan ticking fabric in Olive – 1 metre (x 146cm width) • sewing machine or needle • white thread • scissors • pins • Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Old White • Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Olive • detail brushes • parcel tags • brown string STEP 1 Make the drawstring for the advent pouches. Cut a strip of ticking in Olive 3-4cm wide and about 60cm long. Cut this against the direction of stripes, so the stripes are short and plenty. The width of the fabric is 146cm, so you can get two drawstrings out of one strip the width of the fabric. STEP 2 Fold the edges of the strip so they meet in the middle, making sure the side of the…

CINNAMON FRUIT MINCE TARTS MAKES 24 PREP 45 MINS + CHILLING COOK 50 MINS • 500g mixed dried fruit • 75g glace cherries, halved •2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed • 2 green apples, peeled, grated •2/3 cup orange juice • 2 tsp ground cinnamon • 2 tsp mixed spice • 100g unsalted butter, chopped • 75g slivered almonds, toasted • ¼ cup orange liqueur PASTRY • 3 cups plain flour • 2 tsp ground cinnamon • 2/3 cup icing sugar mixture, plus extra for dusting • 250g cold unsalted butter, chopped • 2 egg yolks • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice 1 PASTRY Process flour, cinnamon, sugar and butter until it looks like fine crumbs. Using pulse button, gradually add yolks and enough juice to form a soft dough. Tip…

MOVIE THE RESCUE This documentary takes a deep dive into one of the most perilous and extraordinary rescues ever. In 2018, the Royal Thai Navy SEALs risked their lives to save 12 boys and their coach from inside a flooded cave. IN CINEMAS Thursday BOOK AFTERLIVES by Abdulrazak Gurnah From the winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2021, this heart-wrenching and important historical novel tells the story of a group of people who, after surviving the horrors of war, find their true test has only just begun. OUT NOW (Bloomsbury, $17.99) EVENT BRICKMAN CITIES Step into a Lego wonderland at the top of the Sydney Tower Eye, in this astounding exhibition featuring more than 30,000 pieces of Lego! The awe-inspiring sight is created by Lego Masters judge Ryan…

Little House On The Prairie star Karen Grassle has shocked fans of the beloved series by claiming things behind the scenes on the family show were downright hellish! The 79-year-old actress, who played matriarch “Ma” Caroline Ingalls on the drama, which ran for nine seasons from 1974 has accused onscreen husband, the late Michael Landon, of bullying her on set, mocking her body and making “disgusting” sex jokes. In her upcoming memoir, Bright Lights, Prairie Dust: Reflections On Life, Loss And Love From Little House’s Ma, the actress claims while the actor – who died in 1991 from pancreatic cancer – was charming while filming, when the cameras were off he was often cruel and crude. As well as using bad language and making “disgusting jokes about how a woman…

Q Will I have another long-term relationship? Is the name Steve/Stephen significant in my future? M MITCHELL SAYS I feel you have a very caring nature and a great deal of love to share with someone special. Spirit tells me they are helping you to heal from some old hurts and heartache connected to a previous relationship. I feel there will be more of a friendship connection with a Steve/Stephen. I can see you in a long-term relationship, but it will be with somebody else down the track who will suit you to a tee. Q My husband passed December 2016. What are his feelings concerning the fallout that ensued? Is there any reason to feel positive about my future? Patricia MITCHELL SAYS Your beautiful husband is holding a rose…

Reduce & reuse Melbourne brand The Base Collective might be known for its amazing magnesium products, but it’s entering the skincare world with a bang. With sustainability in mind, it has created a reusable silicone sheet mask to help lock in serums and moisturisers for maximum results – and reduce the need for single-use masks! The Base Collective Reusable Ultra Infusion Face Mask $49 Garnier’s makeover Some of Garnier’s cult products are now that little bit more eco-friendly, with the beauty giant switching to new packaging methods to up its green credentials. Its BB creams now come in an integrated cardboard tube, saving 49 per cent of plastic compared to before. They’re also boxed in 100 per cent recyclable cardboard, with the cap now lighter to regulate the flow of…

PRAWN COCKTAIL PLATTER SERVES 6 PREP 15 MINS • 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest • ¼ cup lemon juice • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives • 1 small iceberg lettuce, trimmed • 1 red radicchio • 600g cooked peeled prawns • 2 avocados, cut into wedges COCKTAIL SAUCE • ²/ ³ cup creme fraiche • ¼ tsp tabasco sauce • ½ tsp sweet paprika • ¹/ ³ cup whole-egg mayonnaise • 1 tbsp tomato sauce • ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce • 1 tsp lemon juice 1 Combine zest, juice, oil and half the chives in a small jug. Season to taste. 2 COCKTAIL SAUCE Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Cover. Refrigerate until needed. 3 Cut lettuce and radicchio into wedges, then…

Tomato consomme with tuna tartare & pickled daikon The AFL champion kicks a goal with this impressive dish SERVES 12 For the tomato consomme, roughly chop 1kg ripe tomatoes, 1 shallot (peeled), 1 clove garlic (peeled), 2 kaffir lime leaves, 1 stalk lemongrass (white part only), 1 cayenne chilli, 3 slices ginger and 2 Thai basil leaves and place into a blender. Add 4 tbsp fish sauce, zest 1 lime, 15g palm sugar and 1 tsp salt and process until smooth and fully combined. Pour into a superbag and allow to strain. Pass through a second superbag and allow to strain then place into the fridge until ready to serve. For the pickled daikon, peel 1 large daikon and slice into 1-2mm thick slices using a mandoline. Use a 2.5cm…

Celebrity Gogglebox UK FRIDAY, 9.30PM, FOXTEL LIFESTYLE We know by now that watching people watch telly is unexpectedly fun! Join some of Britain’s recognisable famous faces on the couch for the season return of Celebrity Gogglebox UK. Laugh, cry and cheer alongside actor and Spandau Ballet bassist Martin Kemp and YouTuber and music star KSI as they turn their hands to being critics, watching the best TV shows of the week. Pass the popcorn! The Great British Bake Off TUESDAY, 7.30PM, FOXTEL LIFESTYLE FOOD Things are heating up in the Bake Off kitchen as 12 amateur bakers try their best to impress UK’s leading artisan baker Paul Hollywood and food writer Prue Leith. The passionate contestants will put their skills to the test as they compete to be crowned Britain’s…