The summer 2024 catwalk shows were awash with vibrant shades that evoke images of sunshine, coastal shores, and summer-time skies. Whether you’re drawn to the refreshing lightness of yellow or the bold vibrancy of burnt orange, there’s a colour in this year’s palette that will perfectly capture your unique style. SECRET BOUTIQUE Main street, Gullane…
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USTRASANA Legs up the wall Pose This pose is excellent to practice after a hot, hard day’s work or at the end of your yoga practice. It’s a no-brainer! Lie on your side as close to the wall as you can and gently swing your legs up so they rest on the wall. You can…
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Bernadette Petrie asks are mirrors are magic portals where we can see our true selves? In the fairy tale world of the Netflix series Once Upon a Time, the enchanted mirror of Snow White’s stepmother, the Wicked Queen, is her constant go-to, as she uses it to appease her deep and painful insecurities. Because of…
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Heritage consultant David Hicks brings us the stories behind some of East Lothian’s historic properties. Some buildings are an architectural set piece, the vision of one designer and reflective of a point in time, but Carberry Tower is the complete opposite. It is a jigsaw puzzle of different time periods and architectural styles, and to…
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Some furniture pieces have defined the last century andstill have an influence today. What makes an icon? Is it popularity, an ability to push the boundaries, or because they simply stand out from the crowd? Perhaps it’s a combination of all the above. The ability to separate the wheat from chaff certainly gets easier with…
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Lynn Hill, award-winning garden designer, shares her expertise in choosing the best plants for your East Lothian garden. We are spoilt for choice when it comes to colour in our gardens. The star of the show has to be purple. Purple is a firm favourite of bees and butterflies, so it is perfect for creating…
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As the sun begins to shine, we share our favourite BBQ recipes. Looking for a cocktail that will really beat the heat? This Strawberry Mojito recipe is easy and delicious and perfect for summer! Strawberry Mojitio INGREDIENTS15ml sugar syrup4 mint leaves4 strawberries1 lime quartered50ml white rumSoda waterSlice lime and half strawberryfor garnish Lewis & Clarke2a…
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As the sun begins to shine, we share our favourite BBQ recipes. Take the humble potato salad to the next level with this flavour-packed side dish that’s a perfect accompaniment to a summer barbecue L&C Potato Salad INGREDIENTS750g new potatoes2 tbsp mayonnaise2 tbsp soured cream1 tsp Dijon or wholegrain mustard1 tbsp white wine or cider…
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As the sun begins to shine, we share our favourite BBQ recipes. Ronnie’s BBQ Back Ribs INGREDIENTS2 x racks of pork ribs (2-2.5kg)Ronnie’s BBQ Rub MixEnglish or French mustardHoney100ml apple juice or ciderMother sauce Ronnie’s Mother Sauce INGREDIENTSOil (rapeseed or vegetable)1 brown/white onion diced2 cloves garlic crushed/finely chopped or 1 tsp garlic paste4 tbsp tomato…
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