Category: LIFESTYLE

Gift the Scotch Whiskey lover in your life Aberfeldy – ‘The Golden Dram’

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Posted: 12/11/2021

There’s something very romantic about Aberfeldy Scotch Whiskey – the distillery’s origin, nestled within a lush valley in the foothills of the Central Highlands of Scotland and the story behind the distillery’s water source, which is, of course, a critical element behind a premium quality whiskey.  Christened ‘The Golden Dram’ – due to the pure freshwater drawn from the Pitilie Burn which was known to contain deposits of alluvial gold – Aberfeldy’s 12-Year-Old Malt Scotch Whiskey is a full-bodied, premium whiskey, golden in colour and rich in scents.  Your senses will be enveloped with spices and honeyed plump fruits, with tastes of syrup and vanilla fudge, and a whisper of smoke on the finish, all made possible by the longer fermentation process and oak cask barrels making Aberfeldy 12, super smooth. Mellowed for 12 years in handmade oak casks, this smooth, sweet dram offers rich rewards for those who like to dig deeper. Drink it neat or take your pick from the Aberfeldy cocktail collection.  Honey Highball: Tall and refreshing, this is a slightly unusual twist on the classic whiskey highball featuring chilled herbal tea as the mixer.  50ml Aberfeldy 12 120ml sweetened chilled chamomile tea (once tea is brewed, add 1tsp local honey and stir to dissolve before chilling).  5ml lemon juice Lemon garnish Golden Hot Toddy: Hot, spicy and zesty, this cocktail is perfect for cooler evenings. 50ml Aberfeldy 12 15ml local honey 20ml lemon juise 2-3 pieces of fresh ginger Hot water to top Spice mix (cinnamon, clove and star anise) The… Read More

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Edinburgh by Robert Louis Stevenson is this winter’s must-read

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Posted: 06/11/2021

It is Rebeka Russell who’s started Manderlay Press, a unique book publisher in the UK with a unique take all its own. And this year, they’ve kicked things off with Edinburgh by Robert Louis Stevenson, with an introduction by bestselling Edinburgh-based author Alexander McCall Smith. He said: “This is not a compendium of dry facts – this is an account of why Stevenson found Edinburgh so fascinating and such a rich source of inspiration for his writing.” Manderley Press will reissue around six books a year and each title will feature a specially commissioned introduction by a contemporary writer and new front cover artwork. Both the artist and writer will be chosen for their connections to the place at the heart of each publication. The first book launch is so exciting, though, because many of the buildings, places and people Stevenson describes in Edinburgh would inform the settings of his classic adventure novels, many names you’re bound to have heard; including Kidnapped, Treasure Island and The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. For a taste of the book and to secure your own while you can, head to Manderley Press.

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4 reasons why opting for food truck wedding catering makes perfect sense

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Posted: 04/11/2021

The wedding industry is evolving all the time, and the latest concept that is making rounds and becoming increasingly popular is having a wedding food truck. Gone are the days when you had to have a formal buffet with three courses and a high price tag. Now, you can choose your favorite roadside delight and have all your guests relish it, too. Are Mexican tacos your dream food? Now you can have that as a food option on the happiest day of your life.  4 Reasons Why Food Truck Wedding Catering Is Right For You 1. Food Truck Wedding Catering Is Cost-Effective Any wedding you may have attended that had traditional catering probably charged the couple upwards of $100 per head. This isn’t unusual, and the amount can be a great deal more staggering in upscale venues. Food truck wedding catering, in comparison, is a simpler option that can provide you with a lower price point for your wedding food. Think about it: if the menu is three roadside delicacies or even two, you can significantly lower the cost per head. The food options you’ve gone for also account for the lower price because it’s tasty comfort food everybody loves rather than pricey prime rib or creme brulee.  A slight downside to hiring a food truck for your wedding catering is that they bring the food, the truck, and a couple of staff, and that’s about all. They won’t put up tables or provide cutlery and plates. They also usually won’t provide servers for the… Read More

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Take a tour of Buckingham Palace this winter

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Posted: 02/11/2021

At the time of year when the British Royal Family’s headquarters of Buckingham Palace isn’t usually open to the public, they’ve decided to do something different. The State Rooms are open for tours with friends and family. Now you can see in real life the gilded ceilings and glittering chandeliers, providing a magnificent setting for ceremonial occasions and are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection. A Buckingham Palace Guided Tour (available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between 5 November and 30 January) gives visitors the opportunity to explore rooms used by members of the Royal Family for official entertaining. These include the Throne Room, used for the wedding photographs of Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge; the Ballroom, created during Queen Victoria’s reign and still used today for Investitures and State Banquets; the Music Room, often used as the setting for royal christenings; and the White Drawing Room, with its concealed door that allows members of the Royal Family to enter and leave the State Rooms discreetly. Buckingham Palace Guided Tours cost £65 for adults and are available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 5 November 2021 to 30 January 2022. Family Guided Tours cost £65.00 for adults and £37.50 for children (under-fives go free) and are available on Saturdays and Sundays (one per day at 11am) from 6 November 2021 to 31 January 2022. Family Guided Tours between 18 December and 2 January are Christmas themed. Tickets and visitor information: rct.uk, +44 (030) 123 7300.

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Say good-bye to lockdown hair with True Me hair straightener

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Updated: 29/10/2021

Whether it’s a Christmas gift you’re looking for or something for yourself to get your hair looking fabulous again after months of lockdown, the True Me hair straightener ticks all the boxes! First of all, there are two styles to choose from: the original or wide. While both deliver head-turning curls, the wider iron is more suited to those looking for bigger, longer curls while the original is perfect for shorter hair.  At RRP $179, the very reasonably priced True Me straighteners are professional-grade irons with all the best technology and features to help you achieve your #hairgoals, in less time (and with an even shinier finish). It also comes with a three-year warranty.  The straighteners are developed by the team who bought you GHD and Cloud Nine, so you’re guaranteed luscious curls or smooth, shiny hair that removes frizz and kinks.  As a professional-grade styler, the Keratin-infused ceramic plates of your True Me Wide have been developed with ion-lock technology that results in a shiner, longer-lasting finish in less time. The plates are designed so that they slide through your hair to give it a super-smooth look.

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How to maximise your profit when selling a boat

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Posted: 29/10/2021

When selling a boat, it can be difficult to know if you’re selling for the right price. This is because there are many variables that go into selling a boat – including location, size of boat, and condition of the boat. However, there are some basic guidelines to make sure you generate as much profit as possible when selling your vessel.  We’re going to explore a few ways to get the best bang for your buck when selling your own boat! Selling Strategy The first thing you need to think about when selling a boat, is your selling strategy. This will depend on your personal preferences and the type of boat that you’re selling. For example, if it’s an old boat then selling privately is likely going to be more profitable as opposed to selling at auction or through a dealer where profits are often less. It is a good idea, in general, to consider selling privately to generate the most profit, especially if your boat is old or in poor condition. If you plan on selling through a dealer then it’s best to go with reputable dealers that are known for giving their customers excellent deals and customer service. Restoration, Maintenance Or Cleaning Many people selling their boat will often overlook the value of cleaning, restoring or maintaining their vessel before selling. This is because it can be a lot of work to get done and they assume that potential buyers are looking for bargains. However, giving your boat a quick clean, polish or… Read More

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Go investment: The rise of on-the-go investment apps

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Updated: 28/11/2022

No longer do you need to engage a traditional broker to invest your money. Thanks to technology and everything going digital – and the rise of increasingly intelligent apps – it has never been easier to get your foot in the door. Many of the apps available use algorithms to help with the investments, which generally results in less fees and can still assist you in creating an individualised strategy that is low maintenance. So what are the options? Micro-investing apps Micro-investing apps, such as Raiz and Spaceship Voyager, can be used either by people who want to invest a lump sum of money, or by those who prefer to use it as a piggy bank. Both apps give you the option to round-up purchases to the nearest, meaning if you spend $2.40 using your allocated spending account, the app will invest 60 cents for you in your chosen portfolio. Micro-investing apps are great because people can dip their toe into the investing world for as little as $5, whereas many other investment platforms or brokers will require a minimum spend. Your money then gets invested with everyone else’s money, however, you can decide whether you would like to put your money onto modest/safe investments or higher risk/higher reward ones. Micro-investing apps are a great low fuss strategy that especially suits people who are not great at saving. It is also surprisingly effective over time when all of a sudden you have a fair bit of money in there. Another factor that increases traders’ satisfaction is the opportunity to improve their skills within a platform. For instance, a broker… Read More

Category: FINANCE & INVESTING, LIFESTYLE, TECH & GADGETS

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What’s on for Christmas at the Royal Palaces in 2021

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Posted: 26/10/2021

It’s been a while since any of the Royal palaces and estates were open, but now they’re on, there’s a whole spread of events tog et excited about this Christmas. Christmas decorations will transform the State Apartments at Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and a special display at Windsor Castle will bring together costumes worn by Her Majesty The Queen and Princess Margaret during wartime pantomimes. Not to mention at Royal HQ, Buckingham Palace will give guests and visitors a behind-the-ropes experience for kids and adults. Here’s what’s on at Windsor Castle, Holyrood House and Buckingham Palace Christmas at Windsor Castle From 25 November 2021 – 31 January 2022 See the Princesses’ Pantomimes: During the Second World War, Her Majesty The Queen (then Princess Elizabeth) and Princess Margaret spent much of their time in Windsor, safely away from the bombing in London. Between 1941 and 1944 they performed in and helped to stage a series of Christmas pantomimes to raise money for the Royal Household Wool Fund, which supplied knitting wool to make comforters for soldiers fighting at the Front. Visitors to Windsor Castle this Christmas will have the unique opportunity to see six rare surviving costumes worn by the teenage Princesses during these wartime performances. Brought together for the first time, the costumes will be displayed in the Waterloo Chamber where the pantomimes were originally performed 80 years ago. And if that trip down memory lane’s not enough, from 25 November and 3 January, the State Apartments will be decorated with shimmering… Read More

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The best of Australian opera in Melbourne and Sydney in 2022

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Updated: 02/09/2022

It’s been SO long since we’ve been inside the Joan Sutherland Theatre at the Sydney Opera House or the Melbourne Arts Centre to see our favourite operas by one of the world’s leading production companies, Opera Australia – let alone anything else – that this news is big. In case you can’t make the opera festivities in the middle of Sydney Harbour for New Years this year, then worry not, the official launch of the 2022 opera season by Opera Australia has launched and it’s incredible. Here’s what to expect from Australia’s own opera company powerhouse, Opera Australia. Opera in Melbourne 2022 Local Melburnian and superstar soprano Stacey Alleaume will make her in-theatre debut as Violetta in Elijah Moshinsky’s celebrated production of La Traviata, a highlight of the Company’s 2022 Melbourne season. And if that’s not exciting enough, the Australian premiere of Olivier Py’s production of Richard Wagner’s Lohengrin there’ll also be a one-night only concert by arguably the greatest bass alive today, Ferruccio Furlanetto, along with a highly anticipated blockbuster musical. Our favourite Diego Torre will join the line-up, too! Here are just two stand out events for Autumn 2022 in Melbourne to look forward to. For more, head to the Opera Australia website. VERDI: La Traviata | Conductor Renato Palumbo | Director Elijah MoshinskyFollowing her success at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, shining star soprano Stacey Alleaume will make her in-theatre role debut as Violetta. Renato Palumbo makes a welcome return to Australia to conduct Ho-Yoon Chung as Alfredo, José Carbó as Giorgio… Read More

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5 easy shopping hacks to follow for Black Friday 2021

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Posted: 21/10/2021

Black Friday is on 26 November 2021 and is a great time to get a deal on some of your favourite items, but it can be tricky navigating the stores and finding the best deals. To make things easier for you, we’ve put together 5 shopping hacks that will help you find more bang for your buck! First of all, think about how you want to shop this year. If you can’t make it there in person, use this time to shop online instead. This year is expected to be a little different in terms of how retailers meet their customers. The days of rushing in store to get the best deal are coming to an end, as most stores are offering the same prices and products online. If you shop online, you can also start as soon as the clock strikes midnight and avoid the traffic. Second, don’t be afraid to ask for an extra discount. Many stores will offer a certain percentage off of your total purchase if you’re polite and have the time to wait in line again. If they are unwilling to give you that deal right then, simply check back later when it’s closer to closing time or ask for a rain check.  Also try finding some coupons and deals before you go to the store! There are great savings out there if you know where to look, so start your Black Friday sales off early by checking online or in the newspaper for extra money saving opportunities that will… Read More

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