GARDEN LIFE

July is the English garden at its peak and summer borders should be crowded with plants. This month I have chosen a few of the stars of July for their ...
(02/07/2008)
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Changing into my robe and towelling slippers my only decisions for the next two hours would be how long should I sit in the hydrotherapy pool before moving into the ...
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In the summer I like to cook light, simple food with lots of flavour. Something I can do quickly, so that if the sun is shining, I can sit in the ...
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We may be hoping for sunny dry weather but the past few weeks have seen our gardens drown. Rather than fight nature any further I thought this month we would ...
(02/07/2008)
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TASTELIFE

When I discovered that this restaurant serves Indian, Chinese and Thai dishes I knew it had already scored points with me and my partner ...
(02/07/2008)
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FOOD RECIPES

Sun shining, grass cuttings, car washing, sunburnt faces, whiter than white legs, last years shorts - must be England! The first sign of sunshine makes us all feel happier, more ...
(02/07/2008)
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The first word that left my mouth when I entered Moghul Palace was 'wow'. An old chapel on Stony's High Street has been converted into a grand Indian restaurant with two ...
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Celebrate a spot of sunshine by packing a picnic and inviting some friends for an impromptu gathering in your local park ...
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TASTELIFE

This former Chinese restaurant has been totally transformed. Old fashioned wall murals and white table cloths have been replaced by chunky wooden tables, mood lighting and glass brick walls ...
(02/07/2008)
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TASTELIFE

Surrounded by willow trees, The Swan has a stunning garden facility, ideal for enjoying a refreshing drink or al fresco dining on those warm spring and summer evenings with ample ...
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IN THE PARKS

Across the city a new type of park ranger is being nutured - one that, as well as loving parks, hunts for bugs, takes care of wildlife, builds dens, tracks ...
(02/07/2008)
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GARDENLIFE

Although winter is still here the spring bulbs are forcing their way into view ...
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TASTELIFE

Recently taken over, The Bridge Inn at Fenny Stratford has a huge new menu with a range of tempting dishes. It's ideal for families of fussy eaters as there's something ...
(02/07/2008)
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FOOD REVIEW

From the outside The Black Horse gives the impression of a tiny restaurant because of its terraced frontage. However, once inside, the building stretches back deceptively and is both warming and ...
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BY ANDY HANDLEY

Taking a trip to the west side, for many, is shopping in Westcroft but a trip to the wild west side is an entirely different affair and starts with what ...
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This new restaurant offers London inspired Indian and Bengalise cuisine in a pleasant environment. It was opened at the beginning of October by brothers Mohammed Saidul Haque and Nurul Islam ...
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PARKLIFE

As nature gets ready for this year's big sleep it has a final burst of activity to reveal a stunning display of jewelled green, red, golden and russet leaves ...
(02/07/2008)
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TASTELIFE

Who can resist a slice of pizza every now and then? Venice Pizza are currently offering deals including buy one get one free on any pizzas of the same value ...
(02/07/2008)
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TASTELIFE

PizzaExpress has always been a firm favourite of mine. But this time, I wasn't going for the garlic dough balls and La Reine pizza that I usually order automatically ...
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TASTELIFE

Sarnies has been serving fresh sandwiches, lunches and buffets for the last five years from their small base in the city centre. They offer a wide selection of hot and cold ...
(19/09/2007)
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VENUELIFE

The Stables, one of the UK's leading live music venues, fulfils a musical ambition of uniting legendary names with emerging talent with the opening of their new innovative and experimental ...
(02/07/2008)
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PARKLIFE

Milton Keynes has just won the prestigious Britain in Bloom award for largest city. The judges awarded a Silver Gilt medal to the city and were particularly impressed by Campbell Park, ...
(02/07/2008)
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