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Trader Marine Yacht Services Trader Marine is an international yacht brokerage and marine consultancy company with offices in Malta and Dubai offering sales, service and charter of the highest quality motor and super yachts. Situated on the Vittoriosa Waterfront, Trade Marine Yacht Services Ltd. are agents of the fantastic Sunseeker power boats. Services include sales, after sales, consultancy, marine insurance, gardiennage, yacht deliveries professional tacht skippers, skipper courses and worldwide yacht charter. Address: The Treasury, Vittoriosa Sea Front, Vittoriosa Tel: 21281 883/4 Fax: 2182 1886 Mob: 7949 2937 ewoods@sunseekermalta.com www.sunseekermalta.com

At twilight you are rowing towards the shore, on which you see, three men. You shout at them: "Are you white or black? A man answers, but his words are blown away in the wind. A second man cries: "He says he's white, and he is white, so am I." The third man cries: "He's black, but I am white," What is the colour of each of the three men?

You wake up in a pitch - black tent on a camping site, and there's no light handy. In your duffel bag there are six black socks and six white ones, all mixed up . You want to pick out a matching pair. What is the smallest number of socks you can take out of the bag and be sure of getting a pair of the same colour? The answer is three. Of any socks taken out of the duffel bag, two must be the same colour.

FingerLicking GOODNESS OutWest Argentinian SteakHouse The Meating Place Outwest Argentinian Steakhouse is not just great beefsteaks that we offer you, but you will also find fish steaks. Surf & Turf, other meats, and poultry and even vegetarian dishes. A Children's menu is also available. Address: Level 2 Bay Street Tourist Complex, St. George's Bay - St Julian's Tel: Mornings 21380600 Evenings 23722055 www.baystreet.com outwest@baystreet.com.mt

FingerLicking GOODNESS OutWest Argentinian SteakHouse The Meating Place Outwest Argentinian Steakhouse is not just great beefsteaks that we offer you, but you will also find fish steaks. Surf & Turf, other meats, and poultry and even vegetarian dishes. A Children's menu is also available. Address: Level 2 Bay Street Tourist Complex, St. George's Bay - St Julian's Tel: Mornings 21380600 Evenings 23722055 www.baystreet.com outwest@baystreet.com.mt

Bicycles can be rented from Rent-A-Bike - visit; www.rent-a-bike . at many railway stations. Every station that is a starting-point in the large network of bike-hiking-routes has top condition, modern bicycles for rent. Ensure, especially during the summer, that you make bookings in advance. If you are in posession of a Swiss travel pass you get a discount. They also provide bikes for children and child seats to attach to adults' bikes. In some cities, such as Zurich and bern, you can get a free bike-rental when you leave your ID card and a small cash deposit with the hire company.

Cycle Routes: There are nine marked long-distance cycle routes throughout Switzerland, as well as many regional paths, mostly well away from traffic. Tou can obtain a map showing the long-distance routes from the Tourist Office. Eurotrek is a tour operator for cycle tours. Address: Eurotrek Vulkanstr.116 8048 Zurich Tel: 01-434 3366 Fax: 01-434 3344 eurotrek@rbm.ch;visit www.eurotrek.ch

Zinger 3 oz spinach 1/2 de-seeded yellow pepper 2 apples 1 large or 2 small carrots 3 sprigs parsley Try adding some cranberries to your juicing recipe, if you like the slight tartness. This is a good way to prevent urinary tract infections. Shredded coconut can be added for a touch of extra flavour, and sweetness. Also experiment with a sprinkle of nutmeg for a piquant new taste. Wheat grass juice is exceptionally rich in nutrients, but it takes some getting used to. Always drink the juice as soon as possible.

Wash 3 tomatoes and slice in half. Season rikotta cheese with salt, pepper, finely chopped shallot, carrot and cucumber. Pile spoonfuls of cheese on tomato halves.

Tangy Salad Dressing Blend together 4 fluid ounces mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1 small head lettuce 2 7-ounce cans tuna fish 3 hard-boiled eggs, halved 3 whole canned pimentos 6 green pepper rings 6 spring onions 12 radishes 4 carrots, quartered lengthwise 12 black olives 12 cucumber slices Cover large serving dish with lettuce. Place tuna fish in centre. Surround with remaining ingredients. Serve with Tangy Salad Dressing Serves 6.

Wine fruit salad Prepare sliced bananas, pineapple and orange sections. Cover with dressing made by blending 4 ounces sugar or to taste 6 tablespoons sherry 2 tablespoons madeira. Allow to stand in a cold place for an hour before serving. May be served as a sweet.

Bouillabaisse is an elaborate seafood chowder or stew made of many kinds of fish and shellfish (generally five or six), olive oil, tomatoes, garlic and usually saffron; it is sometimes seasoned with wine. True bouillabaisse can be made only on the Mediterranean coast of France, since it depends on local varieties of fish. Similar dishes to which the same name is applied are also popular elsewhere. Our version given below includes ingredients available everywhere. 6 fluid ounces salad oil 1 carrot, finely chopped 3 pounds various fish fillets 1 bay leaf 8 fluid ounces tomato pulp 2 pimientos, finely chopped 1 1/4 pints fish stock or water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 dozen oysters or clams 1/3 teaspoon paprika 6 ounces cooked prawns or lobster meat

Sandra Roura Personal designs & Collections Sandra Roura is a professional jeweller who designs and creates unique limited collections. Sandra makes jewellery suited to the individual taste of each client using technique that involves first moulding the design in wax before it is created in gold or silver. Address: Sandra Roura, SC. Avgda, La Principal de Peralada, 3 17491 Peralada (Girona) Tel: 972 53 86 32/ 654 491 556 www.sandraroura.com

Many chefs recommend cooking with mineral water. Although the importance of a particular water might not be obvious in many recipes, there's one recipe where good fizzy mineral water does make a difference: in the batter. Gradually whisk carbonated mineral water into equal amounts of seasoned plain flour and cornflour until the mix has the consistency of double cream. Dip the fillets of fish into the batter and deep fry in hot oil (it's hot enough when a drop of batter sizzles and goes brown) until crisp and golden.

At the Masia Store you always find something new and different ... Wine cabinet with forty-bottle capacity, and the best of all possible corkscrew. Hand-crafted from solid old oak. Please come and see it! Address: Ctra.GI-642km. 1,3 - 17131 Rupia' - Costa Brava Tel: 972 769 383 www.masiastore.com

Where to find Dinos in Catalunya? Coll de Nargo' (Alt Urgell): now part of the Pyrenees, when the dinosaurs where alive, this was warm, coastal marshland, an ideal place for them to lay their eggs. Visit the mirador del Cretaci (observation point) and exhibition to see examples of dino eggs and learn about their reproduction process. Ruta Minerva (Bergueda'): the Fumanya excavation area, near the towns of Figols and Vallecebre, is known for its large number, more than 3000, of fossilised dinosaur footprints. El Montsec (La Nouguera): at Montsec de Rubies excavation spot numerous examples of fish, crocodiles, birds and plants from 100 million years ago have been found. www.terradedinosaures.com

Use Instead of Whipped Cream 4 fluid ounces iced water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 ounces dried milk 3 tablespoons or (to taste) caster sugar Put water, lemon juice and vanilla in a bowl. Sprinkle dry milk on top. Beat until stiff with whisk for about 10 minutes. Beat in sugar; continue beating until stiff enough to hold soft peaks, for about 5 minutes more.

Crepes Suzette is a French term for very thin pancakes (crepes) rolled up and served with a flaming brandy sauce. This is an ideal recipe for making in a chafing dish. Batter: 3 ounces sifted flour 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 fluid ounces milk 3 eggs slightly beaten Sauce: 4 ounces unsalted butter 4 ounces sugar 1 orange,juice and grated rind 4 tablespoons Curacao or brandy Mix flour and salt. Add milk alternately with eggs. Beat until smooth. Grease bottom of a heavy frying pan when very hot. Cover bottom of pan with a thin layer of batter and quickly tilt pan so that the pancake is evenly paper-thin. Brown on both sides. Successful making of crepes depends upon the thinness of the batter. If made ahead of time, pancakes may be reheated in oven. Roll each one and serve with the

Situated in the peaceful and picturesque valley of Camp-major near Girona. Espai Cadevall has opened its door to offer your horse the chance to rest after difficult competitions or parades. Green, lush pastures of various sizes offer your pony or horse the chance to relax, and there are also special boxes. Additionally, the centre welcomes horses who need to recuperate after surgery, and pregnant and feeding mares. Family horses whose owners are away on business or holiday can also take advantage of the beautiful paddocks and services on offer. The owners of Espai Cadevall have the only herd of Haflinger horses in Spain, lots of experience, veterinary knowledge and, most importantly, a strong love for the animals, that they look after, ensuring your horse will be well taken care of. Contact them by phone at 699 932 279 or espaicadevall@plaestany.net

Molesim is a wine company specialising in importing the very best Italian and French wines to Spain. All the wines are individually chosen by the expert team and they promise to find you the right bottle for all occassions. If you are looking to stock up for the festive season, you can browse their extensive catalogue on-line or alternatively, if you need help in choosing, then e-mail info@milesin.com or call 654 980 696 for some advice.

Are you tempted by the thought of sleeping in the open air? Are you looking for somewhere to put up your tent or park your caravan or mobile home? Or somewhere to rent a mobile home, a chalet, a cabin or a tent? Or somewhere to place your static or touring caravan for the whole season? Then visit www.campingbelgique.be whose illustrated and detailed guide will help you choose. You can also obtain a copy for free "Camping Guide to Wallonia" published in four languages (French, Dutch, English and German which lists all the camp sites officially recognised by the Walloon Regional government. The guide can be downlanded free of charge. Should you require more information, then visit the website of Walcamp asbl, the association of open- air accomodation professionals in Wallonia. Tel: +32 (0)61/32.16.11 info@opt.be info@campingdebelgique.be www.beligque-tourisme.be

Are you tempted by the thought of sleeping in the open air? Are you looking for somewhere to put up your tent or park your caravan or mobile home? Or somewhere to rent a mobile home, a chalet, a cabin or a tent? Or somewhere to place your static or touring caravan for the whole season? Then visit www.campingbelgique.be whose illustrated and detailed guide will help you choose. You can also obtain a copy for free "Camping Guide to Wallonia" published in four languages (French, Dutch, English and German which lists all the camp sites officially recognised by the Walloon Regional government. The guide can be downlanded free of charge. Should you require more information, then visit the website of Walcamp asbl, the association of open- air accomodation professionals in Wallonia. Tel: +32 (0)61/32.16.11 info@opt.be info@campingdebelgique.be www.beligque-tourisme.be

Arras Saturday and Wednesday morning. Place des Heros. "Puces a' Bidasse" flea market in August is a very popular event. The Christmas market in December sees sumptuous decoration of the squares. Bethune Bethune market is on Monday mornings on and around the main square. Its Christmas market in December is one of the best in the region as is the flea market in September. Boulogne-sur-Mer Markets: Wednesday and Saturday mornings Place Dalton Calais Markets: Wednesday and Saturday mornings Place d' Armes Thursday and Saturday mornings Place Crevecoeur. Calais organizes events throughout the month of December including a Christmas market and illuminations. www.realfrancerealclose.fr

Travel from : Folkestone to Calais by Eurotunnel ( 35 minutes) Lydd to Le Touquet by Lydd Air ( 20 minutes) Ferries from: Dover to Calais Boulogne and Dunkerque. Eurostar Services: Ashford to Lille Paris and Brussels

New Westwood Cross Shopping Centre The perfect place to shop. Open seven days a week. Tel: 01843 867273 www.westwoodx.co.uk

Three contrasting theatres provide year round entertainment, whilst a growing events diary includes free summer firework displays, a week long jazz event and one of the best carnival processions in the south east. Tel: 0870 264 6111 www.tourism.thanet.gov.uk

No visit to northern France would be complete without a leisurely meal at one of the region's numerous restaurants. Authentic local food can be found in "estaminets" ( family-style cafe-restaurants or inns). You might like to sample the waffels filled with sugar, Maroilles cheese and delicious local beer. Tel: oo 33 3 20 55 71 02 www.northernfrance-tourism.com

Maison du Fromage 1 rue Andre' Gerschell, Calais Le Bar a' Vins 52, Place d'Armes, Calais Royal Dentelle 106 Bd Jacquard, Calais www.royaldentelle.com Les Boulevards Bd Jacquard, Calais www.les4boulevard.com Marques Avenue Bd du parc, Coquelles (A16 exit 41) www.marquesavenue.com Cite' Europe 1001 Bd du kent Coquelles (A16 exit 41) www.citeeurope.com

Lew Comite' de Promotion for the Nord Pas-de-Calais produces an excellent guide to shops and restaurants which specialise in regional produce. www.comitedepromotion-npdc.com

Baume & Mercier Geneve. 1830 www.baume-et-mercier.com

BATOBUS Paris Board at any of 8 stops in central Paris as and when you please! Tour Eiffel Musee d'Orsay Notre-Dame St-Germain-des-Pres Hotel de Ville Jardin des Plantes Louvre Champs Elysees River-boat shuttle service www.batobus.com

BATOBUS Paris Board at any of 8 stops in central Paris as and when you please! Tour Eiffel Musee d'Orsay Notre-Dame St-Germain-des-Pres Hotel de Ville Jardin des Plantes Louvre Champs Elysees River-boat shuttle service www.batobus.com

The Scotsman The traditional fish and chips now being served at the Scotsman Pub. And Sunday Roast. Tel: 2135 3660 Address: St. George's Road, St. Julian's

The Scotsman The traditional fish and chips now being served at the Scotsman Pub. And Sunday Roast. Tel: 2135 3660 Address: St. George's Road, St. Julian's

Muddy Waters Rock and Blues Bar Address: 56, Main Street, St. Julian's steve@muddywatersbar.net

Muddy Waters Rock and Blues Bar Address: 56, Main Street, St. Julian's steve@muddywatersbar.net

Maltese Olive oil has a distinct, rich, fruity flavour and aroma on account of the Islands' favourable climate and soil. MonteKristo Olive Oil brings these attributes to the fore by following stringent, quality- controlled methods of extraction. It is extracted from handpicked Maltese olives at maturity. The olives are crushed under temperature- controlled conditions. Filtration is by natural decanting which gives the oil a rich, slightly cloudy hue which is the defining mark of a quality olive oil. This methodology results in a fruity and appetising oil on best Malts's typical bread - hobz. Tel: 2123 1448 www.montekristo.com

Street entertainment, an international food and drink village. Two days of dramatic powerboat racing - all part of the thrilling action that makes this Kent's premier maritime event. Tel: 0870 264 6111 www.tourism.thenet.gov.uk

Street entertainment, an international food and drink village. Two days of dramatic powerboat racing - all part of the thrilling action that makes this Kent's premier maritime event. Tel: 0870 264 6111 www.tourism.thenet.gov.uk

A memorial to those who fought in the Battle of Britian, the museum houses painstakingly restored Spitfire and Hurricane fighter aircraft plus many associated items, including a vast memorial tapestry. Tel: 01843 821940 www.spitfire-museum.com

A memorial to those who fought in the Battle of Britian, the museum houses painstakingly restored Spitfire and Hurricane fighter aircraft plus many associated items, including a vast memorial tapestry. Tel: 01843 821940 www.spitfire-museum.com

Following her role in the film Popeye some 27 years ago, when she was berthed at Anchor Bay as part of the film set, the Black Pearl was towed to the Ta' Xbiex seafront and laid to rest on the quay overlooking the Yacht Marina. This exceptional eatery offers unbeatable views of Valletta, the harbour and the yacht Marina and the only thing which rivals its originality and spot on location is its great cuisine. Specializes in: Mediterranean Cuisine, Fresh fish and seafood. Address: Mare Nostrum at the Black Pearl, Ta'Xbiex Tel: 2134 3970 info@marenostrum.com.mt

Following her role in the film Popeye some 27 years ago, when she was berthed at Anchor Bay as part of the film set, the Black Pearl was towed to the Ta' Xbiex seafront and laid to rest on the quay overlooking the Yacht Marina. This exceptional eatery offers unbeatable views of Valletta, the harbour and the yacht Marina and the only thing which rivals its originality and spot on location is its great cuisine. Specializes in: Mediterranean Cuisine, Fresh fish and seafood. Address: Mare Nostrum at the Black Pearl, Ta'Xbiex Tel: 2134 3970 info@marenostrum.com.mt

Cappuccino gets its name from the Italian order of Catholic Capuchin monks, whose hooded robes resemble the drink's cap of foam. The proporition of espresso to steamed and frothed milk for cappuccino is usually 1/3 espresso, 1/3 steamed milk and 1/3 frothed milk on top. And of course an optional dusting of chocolate or cinnamon.

350g pasta shells 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium carrot 1 small green pepper 125 g ham slices 270 g can ( or frozen) corn kernels 2 tablespoon sour cream 1/2 cup French dressing First cook pasta in a large pan of boiling water, al dente, drain, rinse under cold water and drain again. Place in a large mixing bowl and combine with oil. Cut the carrot in half lengthways, then into thin strips. Cut in the same way the ham and the green pepper. Add all the thin strips and corn to the pasta. Mix well. Place sour cream and dressing in a screw-top jar; shake well. Transfer salad to a serving bowl, pour over dressing. Serve at room temperature. Serves 8.

1 pound steak, cut into cubes 12 large fresh mushrooms 4 fluid ounces claret or Burgundy 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 4 fluid ounces salad oil 2 tablespoon tomato ketchup 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon powdered marjoram 1/2 teaspoon powdered rosemary Marinate steak cubes and mushrooms. 2 hours in a marinade made by blending wine, salad oil Worcestershire, ketchup, sugar, vinegar and herbs. Arrange 4 beef cubes and 3 mushrooms alternately on skewers. Grill, turning to brown well on all sides. Baste frequently with remaining merinade. Serves 4

200g grated Cheddar cheese a knob of butter 2 1/2 fluid ounces port or sherry Combine cheese, butter and wine. Beat with a spoon until blended. Pack in a small container and chill well. Serve as a dip for savoury biscuits.

Unique in Europe, an entirely new concept, the Cerza Safari Lodge offers the opportunity to awake each day surrounded by animals such as Parma Wallabies (kangaroo family), the muntjac's (deer), black necked swans, dendrocines, but you will also find lions, bears, wolves among the several rare breeds. Visit www.cerza.com

Unique in Europe, an entirely new concept, the Cerza Safari Lodge offers the opportunity to awake each day surrounded by animals such as Parma Wallabies (kangaroo family), the muntjac's (deer), black necked swans, dendrocines, but you will also find lions, bears, wolves among the several rare breeds. Visit www.cerza.com

Festyland , on the outskirts of Caen is an ideal family attraction, actually themed around some of Normandy's Historic origins such as the Viking Drakaar Ride. Kids get to learn a lot about the region, and it's all great fun. To find out more, visit: www.festyland.com www.normandywithkids.com

Festyland , on the outskirts of Caen is an ideal family attraction, actually themed around some of Normandy's Historic origins such as the Viking Drakaar Ride. Kids get to learn a lot about the region, and it's all great fun. To find out more, visit: www.festyland.com www.normandywithkids.com

Reconstruction of a French village with a blacksmith's workshop, a sawmill and a clockmaker's shop. Address: 2450, 1 banc, Le Marais, Guines T: 00 33 (0)3 21 35 64 05 E: e.baclez.stjo@wandaoo.fr www.st.joseph-village.com

Reconstruction of a French village with a blacksmith's workshop, a sawmill and a clockmaker's shop. Address: 2450, 1 banc, Le Marais, Guines T: 00 33 (0)3 21 35 64 05 E: e.baclez.stjo@wandaoo.fr www.st.joseph-village.com

Boat tours around the city wall. Address: La Citadelle, Boulevard de l'esplande, Calais T: 00 33 (0)3 21 35 13 91 00 33 (0)6 78 39 43 08 E: sarleurola@aol.com www.eurolac-ardres.com

Boat tours around the city wall. Address: La Citadelle, Boulevard de l'esplande, Calais T: 00 33 (0)3 21 35 13 91 00 33 (0)6 78 39 43 08 E: sarleurola@aol.com www.eurolac-ardres.com

Huttopia: Tel: 00 33 2 47 24 62 97 www.huttopia.com www.camping-indigo.com Le Bonheur de Vivre: Brulon Tel: 00 33 6 62 58 66 82 www.lebonheurdevivre.net La Petite Echelle: Rochejean Tel: 00 33 3 81 49 93 40 www.lapetiteecheelle.com Belrepayre Airstream Caravan Park: Manses Tel: 00 33 5 61 68 11 99 www.airstreameurope.com

Huttopia: Tel: 00 33 2 47 24 62 97 www.huttopia.com www.camping-indigo.com Le Bonheur de Vivre: Brulon Tel: 00 33 6 62 58 66 82 www.lebonheurdevivre.net La Petite Echelle: Rochejean Tel: 00 33 3 81 49 93 40 www.lapetiteecheelle.com Belrepayre Airstream Caravan Park: Manses Tel: 00 33 5 61 68 11 99 www.airstreameurope.com

Camping Le Col Vert : Vielle-Saint-Girons Tel: 00 33 5 58 42 94 06 www.colvert.com Camping Les Brunelles: Longeville-sur-Mer Tel: 00 33 2 51 33 50 75 www.brunelles.com "Mille Etoiles": Labastide de Virac Tel: 00 33 4 66 24 21 81 www.canvaschic.com Les Roulottes de Saint Cerice: Vogue' Tel: 00 33 4 75 37 08 66 www.saintcerice.com

Camping Le Col Vert : Vielle-Saint-Girons Tel: 00 33 5 58 42 94 06 www.colvert.com Camping Les Brunelles: Longeville-sur-Mer Tel: 00 33 2 51 33 50 75 www.brunelles.com "Mille Etoiles": Labastide de Virac Tel: 00 33 4 66 24 21 81 www.canvaschic.com Les Roulottes de Saint Cerice: Vogue' Tel: 00 33 4 75 37 08 66 www.saintcerice.com

The taste of the Mediterrean NATURALLY! "KINNIE is a unique tasting, alcohol-free, natural, refreshing beverage. Its golden amber colour the fact that it's made from bitter oranges and a variety of aromatic herbs, lend this beverage a bitter taste which is an excellent thirst quencher. Drink it on its own with a slice of orange or also mixed with alcoholic drinks like vodka. These distinctive characteristics have made KINNIE Malta's favourite soft drink, loved ever since it's beginning in 1952 by the locals and tourists alike. Make sure you ask for it anywhere on the island."

Malata Restaurant Address: Palace Square, Republic Street, Valletta Tel: 2123 3967 7920 7521 verneycarbone@yahoo.co.uk

Malata Restaurant Address: Palace Square, Republic Street, Valletta Tel: 2123 3967 7920 7521 verneycarbone@yahoo.co.uk

1 lb cooking apples 1/2 pint thick custard 2 ozs currants Sponge fingers Peel, core and slice the apples. Put a tablespoon of water into a saucepan, add the apples, cover and cook over a gentle heat. When soft, remove from heat. Beat apples to a pulp, add the custard and continue beating. Finally stir in the currants. Pour into 3 or 4 glasses. Leave to cool and serve with sponge fingers. ..

200g plain flour 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp dried instant yeast 150ml warm water (hand hot) 4 tbsp tomato passata 200g tuna chunks 1 roasted red pepper 50g frozen sweetcorn 8 cherry tomatoes Preheat the oven 220 C or gas Mark 7 Mix the flour, salt and yeast together in a large bowl Pour on the warm water and mix together to make a soft dough. Turn out onto a floured work surface and knead well for 5 minutes until smooth and soft. Roll out to a 30cm circle and place on a lightly greased baking tray. Cover loosely with oiled clingfilm. Leave in warm place to rise, about 15 minutes. Remove the clingfilm. Spread the passata over the pizza dough then scatter the tuna chunks, sweetcorn and cherry tomatoes over the top. Cut the red pepper into strips and arrange on top. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes until golden crisp at the edges.

2 passion fruit 1 banana, peeled 150g blueberries 1 very ripe pear, peeled, cored and cubed 150ml apple juice Cut the passion fruit in half and scoop the seeds out. Place in a sieve and press the juice into a liquidiser. Add other ingredients and blend until smooth. Pour into 4 glasses and serve immediately.

4 April : Easter Egg Trail Ightham Mote Tel 01732 810378 6- 9 April: Easter Weekend Hever Castle Tel: 01732 865224 8 - 9 April: Easter Storytelling Penshurst Place & Gardens Tel: 01892 870307 8 - 9 April: Medway Festival of Steam and Transport The Historic Dockyard Chatham Tel: 01634 823800 28 - 30 April: Sweeps Festival Rochester Tel: 01634 843666 28 - 13 May :

4 April : Easter Egg Trail Ightham Mote Tel 01732 810378 6- 9 April: Easter Weekend Hever Castle Tel: 01732 865224 8 - 9 April: Easter Storytelling Penshurst Place & Gardens Tel: 01892 870307 8 - 9 April: Medway Festival of Steam and Transport The Historic Dockyard Chatham Tel: 01634 823800 28 - 30 April: Sweeps Festival Rochester Tel: 01634 843666 28 - 13 May :

P K N T Spice up your life Address: RedOctober Company Limited Tel; 2147 0400 ocaruana@redoct.net

Irrera Restaurant A family-run restaurant bustling with loyal customers and offering stunning panoramic views of the Grand harbour. Irrera has established itself as a family favourite restaurant, and serves up a vast range of food for all pockets. Address: Ta' Xbiex Wharf, Ta' Xbiex Tel: 2134 0018

Henry J. Beans Address: Corinthia Hotel, St. George's Bay, St. Julian,s Tel: 2370 2694, 2370 2698 www.henryjbeans.com hanks@cbr.corinthia.com

Heat Bar & Diner Address: Vault XVI, Pinto Wharf, Valletta Waterfront, Malta Tel: 2124 2400 www.heat.com.mt heatottavio@onvol.net

Heat Bar & Diner Address: Vault XVI, Pinto Wharf, Valletta Waterfront, Malta Tel: 2124 2400 www.heat.com.mt heatottavio@onvol.net

Marco's Gourmet Pizza Parlour Address: Tower Road, Sliema Tel: 2132 3322, 2132 3344 info@texmexmalta.com

Marco's Gourmet Pizza Parlour Address: Tower Road, Sliema Tel: 2132 3322, 2132 3344 info@texmexmalta.com

Tal - Kaptan Pizza, Pasta, Grill Address: Vault VI, Valletta Waterfront Floriana Tel: 2122 8059 Address: Qawra Coast Road, Qawra Tel: 2354 3842 www.tal-kaptan.com R

Tal - Kaptan Pizza, Pasta, Grill Address: Vault VI, Valletta Waterfront Floriana Tel: 2122 8059 Address: Qawra Coast Road, Qawra Tel: 2354 3842 www.tal-kaptan.com R

200 g calamari rings 500 g cooked medium king prawns

The Millers Arms, Canterbury Set in one of the most picturesque corners of Canterbury with views over looking the Cathedral to the South and the site of the old Mill on the causeway to the North. Ideal for short breaks. Tel: 01227 456057 www.millerscanterbury.co.uk

The Millers Arms, Canterbury Set in one of the most picturesque corners of Canterbury with views over looking the Cathedral to the South and the site of the old Mill on the causeway to the North. Ideal for short breaks. Tel: 01227 456057 www.millerscanterbury.co.uk

St. Augustine's Abbey Explore the ruins of the abbey founded by St. Augustine in AD597, part of Canterbury's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum features genuine artefacts and there's a free audio tour. Tel: 01227 767345 www.englishheritage.org.uk

St. Augustine's Abbey Explore the ruins of the abbey founded by St. Augustine in AD597, part of Canterbury's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum features genuine artefacts and there's a free audio tour. Tel: 01227 767345 www.englishheritage.org.uk

Visit this unspoilt coastal town with a pier and intriguing Time Ball Tower. Be tempted by the interesting individual shops displaying clothes, crafts and one-off treats for your home. Tel: 01304 369576 www.deal.gov.uk

Visit this unspoilt coastal town with a pier and intriguing Time Ball Tower. Be tempted by the interesting individual shops displaying clothes, crafts and one-off treats for your home. Tel: 01304 369576 www.deal.gov.uk

A fascinating mixture of a medieval town full of old timbered buildings, antique shops and vintage cinema combined with modern restaurants and galleries featuring beautiful items. Tel: 01304 613565 ( summer only) www.sandwichtowncouncil.co.uk

A fascinating mixture of a medieval town full of old timbered buildings, antique shops and vintage cinema combined with modern restaurants and galleries featuring beautiful items. Tel: 01304 613565 ( summer only) www.sandwichtowncouncil.co.uk

D-Day Tours Passionate about history? Re-live all the moments of June 1944, to discover what made it "The longest days" You can follow the roads taken by our liberators while listening to the local anecotes that our guide will be happy to shre with you. This voyage back in time will also give you the opportunity to appreciate the charm of the small villages with their old stone churches and the fortified farms that make up the Norman countryside. Discover our D-Day tours www.d-daybeaches.com A private guided -tailor-made- tour- www.normandywebguide.com Address: 618 route du Lavoir , 14400 Mosles - France Tel: 0033 (0)2 31 70 52 Fax: 0033 (0)2 31 51 74 74 fredericguerin@wanadoo.fr

D-Day Tours Passionate about history? Re-live all the moments of June 1944, to discover what made it "The longest days" You can follow the roads taken by our liberators while listening to the local anecotes that our guide will be happy to shre with you. This voyage back in time will also give you the opportunity to appreciate the charm of the small villages with their old stone churches and the fortified farms that make up the Norman countryside. Discover our D-Day tours www.d-daybeaches.com A private guided -tailor-made- tour- www.normandywebguide.com Address: 618 route du Lavoir , 14400 Mosles - France Tel: 0033 (0)2 31 70 52 Fax: 0033 (0)2 31 51 74 74 fredericguerin@wanadoo.fr

They had a Rendez - vous with destiny. Dead Man's Corner Museum. "On one of the most famous historical site of the 101 st Airborne " Shortly after sunrise on Tuesday, June 6 th , 1944, thousands of Allied troops stormed ashore in Normandy to begin the greatest amphibious assault in history. Earlier that morning, however, paratroopers and glidermen of the 82 nd and 101 st Airborne Divisions had been landed behind the German beach defenses, their mission to take and hold strategic points inland and to contain any counterattacks aimed at driving the invaders back into the sea. Starting at 00:15, in the pre -dawn darkness of D-Day Gen. Maxwell D. Taylor's paratroopers of the 101 st Airborne Division became the first Allied soldiers to set foot on French soil, and for 33 consecutive days they carried the fight to the enemy. This was the beginning of their "Airborne Trail through Nazi-occupied Europe" The 101s

They had a Rendez - vous with destiny. Dead Man's Corner Museum. "On one of the most famous historical site of the 101 st Airborne " Shortly after sunrise on Tuesday, June 6 th , 1944, thousands of Allied troops stormed ashore in Normandy to begin the greatest amphibious assault in history. Earlier that morning, however, paratroopers and glidermen of the 82 nd and 101 st Airborne Divisions had been landed behind the German beach defenses, their mission to take and hold strategic points inland and to contain any counterattacks aimed at driving the invaders back into the sea. Starting at 00:15, in the pre -dawn darkness of D-Day Gen. Maxwell D. Taylor's paratroopers of the 101 st Airborne Division became the first Allied soldiers to set foot on French soil, and for 33 consecutive days they carried the fight to the enemy. This was the beginning of their "Airborne Trail through Nazi-occupied Europe" The 101s

The biggest shopping centre in Northern France. With 147 shops, 20 restaurants and extensive leisure facilities , Cite' Europe is a great place for a special day out in France. With a huge range of stores, including the Carrefour hypermarket which stocks a fantastic range traditional French produce, beer, wine & spirits, or head for the Tesco Wine store to find many other great bargains on booze. Other attractions include. The Disney Store, Toys "r" US, C&A and four perfume stores, plus great outlets for ladies and gents fashions, kids clothes, sports goods, housewares, gift ideas and so much for you to enjoy. http://www.cite-europe.com/ http://www.cpluscard.com/

The biggest shopping centre in Northern France. With 147 shops, 20 restaurants and extensive leisure facilities , Cite' Europe is a great place for a special day out in France. With a huge range of stores, including the Carrefour hypermarket which stocks a fantastic range traditional French produce, beer, wine & spirits, or head for the Tesco Wine store to find many other great bargains on booze. Other attractions include. The Disney Store, Toys "r" US, C&A and four perfume stores, plus great outlets for ladies and gents fashions, kids clothes, sports goods, housewares, gift ideas and so much for you to enjoy. http://www.cite-europe.com/ http://www.cpluscard.com/

At the beginning of august 44, the VII and V German armies are falling into the trap... The 22 nd August, the battle of Normandy is ending. In the department of Orne , between Chambois and Vimoutiers , on the itineraries of "the Encerclement " and " the Outcome" the Memorial of Montormel relates the story of the Falaise - Chambois pocket. 1. A first corridor called " Premisses " which tells you the different events which occured before before the last battle of Normandy. 2. Reception of visitors. 3. A sound light show in 4 languages (English, French, German, and Polish) which relates the Falaise - chambois pocket. 4. A room of meditation which gives you the final tall of the battle of Normandy. 5. A cinema presents different extracts of the movie called " the corridor of death" Address: 61160 Montormel Tel: 02 33 67 38 61 Fax: 09 61 23 30 58 www.memorial-montormel.org

At the beginning of august 44, the VII and V German armies are falling into the trap... The 22 nd August, the battle of Normandy is ending. In the department of Orne , between Chambois and Vimoutiers , on the itineraries of "the Encerclement " and " the Outcome" the Memorial of Montormel relates the story of the Falaise - Chambois pocket. 1. A first corridor called " Premisses " which tells you the different events which occured before before the last battle of Normandy. 2. Reception of visitors. 3. A sound light show in 4 languages (English, French, German, and Polish) which relates the Falaise - chambois pocket. 4. A room of meditation which gives you the final tall of the battle of Normandy. 5. A cinema presents different extracts of the movie called " the corridor of death" Address: 61160 Montormel Tel: 02 33 67 38 61 Fax: 09 61 23 30 58 www.memorial-montormel.org

Hotel de Campagne Address: 8 Route De La Plaine 76590 Belmensil Tel: 02 32 14 00 00 www.closmasure.com

Hotel de Campagne Address: 8 Route De La Plaine 76590 Belmensil Tel: 02 32 14 00 00 www.closmasure.com

Les Informazions Address: Agence de Dieppe 8 rue Claude Groulard Tel: 02 35 84 11 83 www.precom.fr www.pubilhebdos

4 Xquad Ocasion The Second Hand Shop Address: C/Juan de la Cievra 11, Vilassar De Dalt 08339 ( BCN ) Tel: 93 750 81 73 www.4xquad.net

Domenech Furniture, gifts, wedding lists etc. Address: La Riera , 38. 08301 Mataro ' Tel: 93 790 11 56 Fax: 93 790 49 91 www.domenechmobles.com

175 g long -grain rice and wild rice, mixed 225 g smoked haddock fillet 150 ml skimmed milk 25 g butter grated rind and juice of 1 lemon 90 ml chopped fresh parsley 2 hard-boiled eggs, roughly chopped salt and pepper Boil rice until tender. Drain well. Place fish in a saucepan with the milk and simmer for about 5 minutes. Flake the fish, discarding skin and bones. Melt the butter in a large frying pan. Add the rice, fish, lemon rind and juice. Cook over a high heat until piping hot. Stir in the parsley and eggs and warm. Now it is ready toe serve.

juice of 4 large lemons 30 ml powdered gelatine 900 ml tropical fruit juice or drink Put lemon juice into a large bowl and sprinkle over gelatine . Leave to stand until it is sponge-like in texture. Place over a pan of gently simmering water until the mixture clears. Stir in the tropical juice. Rinse out six jelly moulds with cold water but do not dry. Pour in the fruit liquid, cover and refrigerate for at least 5 hours until set. To serve, dip the whole moulds very quickly in hot water , pour off any water that has gathered on top of the jelly, then invert on to a serving plate and shake the mould hard. Lift off the mould. Serve with fruit salad or custard.

15 ml olive oil 5 ml ground turmeric 50 g onion, skinned and finely chopped 1 hot green chilli , deseeded and finely chopped 225 g courgettes, thinly sliced 50 g frozen peas 350 g haddock fillet, skinned and cut into bite-size pieces 10 ml lemon juice 60 ml hoisin sauce salt and pepper noodles to serve Heat oil in frying pan. Add turmeric , onion, chilli , courgettes and peas and stir-fry over high heat for 4 - 5 minutes. Add fish to the pan with the lemon juice, hoisin sauce and 150 ml water. Bring to the boil and simmer, uncovered for 1 - 3 minutes. Season. Serve immediately with freshly cooked noodles.

175g thread egg noodles 45 ml vegetable oil 4 spring onions, trimmed, quartered and shredded 1 courgette, quartered and shredded 1/2 green pepper, deseeded and cut into thin strips 75 g spinach, finely shredded 2.5 cm piece of fresh root ginger, peeled and chopped 1 garlic clove, skinned and crushed 1 chicken stock cube, crumbled 15 ml hoisin sauce salt and pepper celery leaves, to garnish Bring in a large saucepan of salted water to the boil, add the noodles, remove from heat and leave to soak 4 minutes. Drain well. Heat 30ml oil in a wok. Add vegetables, ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the remaining oil to the pan, then add the noodles and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the crumbled stock cube, hoisin sauce and 15ml (1 tbsp)water and cook for 2 minutes, lifting and mixing the noodles with two forks. Season with pepper, garnish and serve immediately.

8 large frankfurts 8 wooden satay sticks cornflour for dusting oil for deep-frying tomato sauce for dipping Batter 2 cups self-raising flour 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon oil 1 1/2 cups water Cut frankfurts crossways in half. Cut satay sticks in half. Insert a satay stick into each frankfurt . Dust the frankfurts with a little cornflour. Batter: Sift flout into a medium bowl, make a well in the centre. Add the combined egg, oil and water gradually. Stir until all liquid is incorporated and batter is free of lumps. Heat oil and holding the satay stick, dip frankfurts into batter a few at a time. Cook over medium high heat until golden and crisp and heated through. Serve with tomato sauce as a dip.

Use the following as a wonderfully cleansing drink(beet has a fairly strong taste and should be used sparingly) 5 carrots 1/2 cucumber 1/2 beet 1 rib celery

The Chenin Blanc grape is responsible for some of the finest dessert wines in the world. Its typical characteristics include floral aromas such as honey, fruity aromas such as quince and melon, and herbal aromas such as herbal tea. Goes best with salads, mild to spicy dishes, sushi, seafood and white meats.

Hailing from Germany, Reisling has a powerful and distinctive floral and apple-like aroma. Its other characteristics include aromas of fruit blossom, limes and other citrus fruits and tropical fruits. Goes best with pork, poultry, fish

Summer Time was originally called " Willet Time" after a successful Kent house-builder named William Willett . In 1907, as he was an early riser, he noticed windows with blinds still drawn. So, he reasoned that if , in spring, clocks were put forward than everybody would be able to enjoy extra daylight at the most popular time - the end of the working day.

The doctor advised a plump woman to shed a few pounds. He told her she can eat a lot of salad foods such as lettuce, carrots and celery. Other patients in the waiting room were startled when they heard the doctor tell the patient: "Remember, now, you're a rabbit!"

I told my family, that we had all gained a few pounds during the last few months. So I was putting all the family on a diet. The next day my daughter told her friend not to eat at our house for a while. "We're having a starve-in"

After a swim in the university pool, the professor found that his shoes and socks were missing from the changing-room. So he walked bare-footed to the nearest shoe shop. The climax came when the assistant, after fitting him with shoes and socks, asked coolly, "Would you like to wear them, sir, or shall I wrap them up?