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Live in Leicester with my partner and next doors cat. Write rather strange fiction. Graduate in Ancient History and Archeology and have a Masters in Ancient History and Historiography. Both my dissertations have been published. I have a booklet on Roman Marriage

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Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Chicken soup: 8 of 22
For nourishment and comfort, there is nothing better than a bowl of chicken soup. Full of flavor and fresh ingredients, this version is sure to drive the cold away and keep germs at bay. The stock needs to be prepared in advance and a full chicken may seem an extravagance but you'll find its worth the time and effort. The st... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Marriage customs of Ancient Rome: 3 of 8
Roman marriage was a social institution designed to strengthen bonds between families rather than a way of uniting two people in love. It required little more than an agreement for a couple to live together. The legalities were traditionally complimented with archaic rituals, to purify and bless the couple and ensure the mar... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Easy ways to mininimize stress: 10 of 26
Stress is omnipresent. Work, home, even holidays can make us feel pressured, irritable and tense. Everyone needs a certain amount of stress to drive their life forward. However, too much is damaging mentally, physically and emotionally. The key is to manage your stress levels, not let them manage you. Whether it's a simple m... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Chocolate cheesecake: 5 of 13
Made with loads of chocolate and a decadent splash of rum, this beautiful cheesecake is small on effort but big on taste. The marbled filling is impressive yet easy to achieve. The perfect dessert to end to the perfect dinner. Ingredients. For the base: 150g/6oz chocolate digestive biscuits 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon 75g/3oz me... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Chicken fettuccine alfredo: 5 of 13
Cream, parmesan and chicken marry together in this recipe to create a simple but decadent sauce to serve with fettuccine. Ingredients 2 skinless chicken breasts, shredded. 50g/20z butter. 299ml/7 fl oz double cream. 50g/2oz freshly grated parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnishing). 350g/12oz fresh/ dried cooked fettuccine. ... More..
Food & Drink > Poultry Recipes Recipes: Low-fat boneless chicken: 12 of 30
Chicken with Honey and tomatoes. Filling and full of flavour, this dish is low fat, healthy and will keep everyone happy even if they aren't watching their waistline. The sweetness of the honey and tomatos blends seamlessly with gently aromatic spices making it a treat to eat. Serves 4 people. Ingredients: 4 large skinless a... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift giving in the UK: How to make chocolate a special gift: 6 of 15
Do you think chocolate is a tired, unoriginal gift choice? Think again. There are a whole range of chocolate gifts, to suit all occasions, age groups and personalities, which can be delivered direct to the door. From simply but high quality chocolate selections to more imaginative gifts, you can be sure that by giving chocol... More..
Travel > Africa & Middle East Travel destinations: Jordan: 2 of 5
Want to experience Jordan to the full? Then take a road trip. A journey through Jordan is a journey through it's history, from prehistoric and biblical beginnings all the way through to the present day. There is no better way to enjoy and experience the pleasure and beauty of this fascinating country. Amman is the best start... More..
Food & Drink > Salad Recipes Recipes: Greek salad: 10 of 24
Need something to brighten up a dull day and remind you of the summer? What could be better than a Greek salad. Packed with summer vegetables, its healthy, tasty and sure to bring back those holiday memories. Ingredients: 1 cucumber. 1 green or red pepper, sliced 3 or 4 ripe, red tomatoes. 1 small red onion kalamata olives (... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Chocolate ganache: 5 of 12
A good ganache is the basis of fine chocolate making. Contrary to its sophisticated taste and texture, it's not as difficult as you may believe to make a good ganache at home. The most important thing is the quality of the ingredients. Ingredients 200g (8oz) plain dark chocolate 2 egg yolks 25g/1 oz butter 1 tablespoon doubl... More..