Heritage consultant David Hicks brings us the stories behind some of East Lothian’s historic properties. Appointing Frank Tindall as East Lothian’s first county planning officer in 1950 must have been an easy decision, as he was the only applicant. It was also truly momentous in terms of how the county looks today. Frank was a…
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Cinco de Mayo (5th of May) is widely seen as a celebration of Mexican cultural heritage for America’s large Mexican-American population. People all over the country celebrate with parades, parties, mariachi music, and traditional Mexican foods. Celebrate spring and Cinco De Mayo in style with these margarita-inspired cupcakes by Jane Dunn. INGREDIENTS (makes 12)125g unsalted…
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Eating hot cross buns is an Easter tradition that’s filled with symbolism. The history of hot cross buns is a little unclear, but they’re thought to date back to the Middle Ages. Rooted in symbolism and superstition legends, abound about these humble buns from solidifying friendships to driving evil spirits away. History aside, have a…
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Award-winning garden designer Lynn Hill applauds the symphony of spring – the sounds and colours of nature’s vibrant rebirth. A timeless proverb says, ‘April comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb’. I love this piece of traditional weather folklore. It carries an enduring charm and captures the essence of the season as…
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Why our love of wallpaper is perennial, and what’s to come in 2025. As we move into a new year, wallpaper is no longer simply a decorative feature from the past but a bold statement of personal style and creativity in home interiors. Once regarded as old-fashioned, wallpaper has made a dramatic comeback and is…
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There’s something about the sea that sparks sartorial inspiration and joy for the warmer months. And a distinct maritime mood is sweeping through the Spring | Summer 2025 collections. SECRET BOUTIQUE Main street, Gullane EH31 2AP | t: 01620 842 222www.secretboutique.shop
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PARIVRTTA SUKHASANARevolved Easy Pose This pose is a warming pose. After bridge pose, take a deep inhale; as you exhale, engage your bandhas and come to boat pose – navasana before moving into a seated cross-legged position – sukhasana. Close your eyes and observe your posture, ensuring your spine is straight. If not, pop a…
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Remembering Mind Body Soul Columnist Bernadette Petrie. Last issue, our mind body soul columnist Bernadette (Bernie) Petrie returned to writing her column despite living with stage 4 lung and liver cancer. Sadly, just before Christmas, she lost her battle with this terrible disease. As well as working together, Bernie was a friend, and during a…
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Heritage consultant David Hicks brings us the stories behind some of East Lothian’s historic properties. Aberlady’s Parish Church is a distinctive and attractive historic building, but in many ways, it is actually a relative newcomer. There has been a church in the village for at least 1,200 years, which makes the present-day building seem likea…
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