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To celebrate the launch of the Festive Bake, Greggs has introduced something that will change the way the delicious savoury treats will be eaten this Christmas with #PastySanta bags.The new red bags feature a cartoon-style Santa beard on one side so customers can play as Father Christmas while enjoying their delicious Festive Bakes. Festive bake eaters are encouraged to upload photos to Instagram and Twitter using the hashtag #PastySanta" Confitures. Délicieux
Forget an apple a day, if you want to keep the doctor away then Horlicks say you should have a mug of their malty hot drink. It's a source of vitamins, zinc and calcium. And now the Original, Light and Light Chocolate flavours come in a slimline bottle instead of a bulky tub so they'll take up less space in your kitchen.
Greggs have launched a delicious cupcake to raise money for Children in Need. The treat, topped with a swirl of cream cheese icing and a picture of Pudsey himself, cost 85p each. For every cake sold, 17p will be donated to good causes so treat yourself and help some of the world's poorest people at the same time.
The cult popcorn brand has launched a brand new flavour Sweet Coconut & Vanilla. Yum!
Everything But The Cow is a brand new 100% natural, fruit and protein drink. It is the first 100% natural drink to combine protein and real fruit. Fat-free, diary-free packed full of fruit and a great source of protein and fibre; the drink puts back what life takes out but naturally. We can't get enough of it (oh, and it's perfect for those on the 5.2 diet!) Available in Whole Foods and on Ocado
We love Nākd bars because they're a snack made from raw fruit and nuts so count as one of our five-a-day. Now they're been made even handier to eat on the go as they come in bags of bitesize pieces. This also means they're now great to share - but we'll understand if you want to keep them for yourself! Nākd Bits in Cococa Delight, Berry Delight and Cocoa Orange flavours, 130g bag RRP £2.25, available from Tesco and www.naturalbalancefoods.co.uk
Looking for fresh, healthy food on the go? Gyms Kitchen the UKs 1st protein based restaurant - is going to be your new favourite hang out. Sticking to their ethos of using only the freshest ingredients, everything is prepared on site daily and they've developed a menu that offers fast, simple and healthy meals, which are broken down into their macros for those with an eye on their daily intakes. Perfect for the health conscious amongst us!
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These Crystallised violet petals add a fruity fizz your Friday tipple, £4.95 per 40g bag, Sous Chef
A brand new product released for Christmas, these champagne truffles from Tesco rival most treats you'll find in any luxury chocolate shop. A selection of white, milk and dark chocolates with various flavoured Marc de Champagne centres, we especially love the Buck's Fizz truffle. Tesco finest Marc de Champagne Truffle Selection, £7, available in Tesco stores nationwide and online at www.tesco.com
This week saw the inimitable, hugely popular Burger & Lobster open its doors at Harvey Nichols. Already a foodie favourite in London, the new haunt is set to become a hit with all stylish Knightsbridge fashionistas and hungry shoppers.
Green & Blacks Organic Orange, available nationwide, £2.09
Ireland's best kept secret VitHit is now available in the UK. The drinks include Berry Boost, Detox, Citrus Revive and Lean & Green and all are made with real juice, herbs and tea, with no added sugars. They're low in calories and sugar and full of vitamins so make a healthier alternative to a sugary snack or coffee when you're looking for a way to boost your afternoon slump. On sale in Tesco with a RRP of £1.49 for 500ml.
Love food? You'll love this! The House of Peroni residency is returning to London for the month of November and will showcase the new wave of Italian style and creativity. The House will open to the public from midday on Wednesday 6th November and guests can enjoy a diverse selection of Italian cuisine created by a host of exciting young Italian chefs including: the Michelin starred Costardi Brothers from Vercelli, Silvio Pezzana and Tito Dell'Aringa from Italian Supper Club and the masterminds behind Bottega Wapping as well as a selection of young Italian chefs from Street Feast who will be serving a delicious array of Italian street food every Friday evening. Entry to The House is free of charge and tickets for events will be available to purchase from The House of Peroni website www.thehouseofperoni.com.
Why not enjoy a Malbec from the Trivento winery in Mendoza, Argentina, this weekend? The Malbec with its sweet tannins and velvety finish, a perfect pairing with a juicy steak - Sure to warm the cockles over winter. The fresh and fruity Chardonnay goes beautifully with a fish dish or salad.
This year, to celebrate Christmas and the Christmas jumper revival, John Lewis have teamed up with the 'Save the Children' charity to launch a special collection of Christmas Jumpers for women and men. The jumpers are priced at £49.99 with £25 going to the charity, offering customers the chance to give something back this Christmas.
John Lewis Save The Children Christmas Jumper, Cobalt Blue
£49.00
Get cosy in this cream and navy fluffy jumper, adorned with galloping reindeer.
Quiz Christmas jumper
£34.99
Let Percy Penguin from TruffleShuffle add some festive cheer to this most wonderous of Christmas seasons. Just like a real granny creation, this knitted, wool blend Christmas jumper has added detailing around the neckline and hem, cable knit sleeves and a scattering of super Wintery snowflakes.
Unisex Percy Penguin Christmas Jumper
£39.99
John Lewis have teamed up with Save the Children to launch a special collection of Christmas Jumpers, including a festive reindeer and a cute penguin for women, and a reindeer 'fair isle' for men. £25 from each jumper goes to the charity.
Collection WEEKEND by John Lewis Robin Charity Jumper, Multi
£49.00
You want to get involved but you hate feeling swamped in a chunky jumper. The festive top is for you. This reindeer retro-styled long sleeved top with distressed print from Jolly Clothing is comfortable and versatile.
£18
Get ready for winter with this Madam Rage Reindeer Christmas Jumper. The luxurious soft sweater comes in a textured knit with reindeer and snow flake pattern.
£45.00
This Carrie Candy Cane Christmas Jumper from boohoo.com is a welcome girly edition to the Christmas jumper range. Featuring candy canes facing each other forming a love heart, it's sure to entice someone under the mistletoe.
£15
Keep warm but stay trendy in this sky blue knit from Quiz at Debenhams.
Quiz Aqua and Black Snowflake Fuzzy Jumper.
£27.99
Raise funds for a good cause by adding a Collection WEEKEND by John Lewis Reindeer Charity Jumper to your winter collection. Crafted from a luxe wool blend for optimal comfort and warmth, this cosy design features a flattering round neckline with a playful reindeer pattern on the front. Finished with long sleeves and ribbed detailing at the neckline, cuffs and hem, this delightful Christmas essential provides you with a snug and stylish fit, full of festive appeal. £25 goes to Save The Children.
£49.00
Mr Darcy, a pug from Kilmarnock, lives with owner Julia Ashton, 48, and enjoys a life of luxury that includes chicken feasts and designer clothes. Dog breeder Julia says pugs expect a first class lifestyle and admits that her pet pooch 'probably' has a better diet than she does. Along with chicken feasts, snacks include Victoria sponge cake and cinnamon sticks, although Mr Darcy isn't allowed either very often.
The pieces, designed by Lotus Arts de Vivre and Lydia Courteille, will be on display at CoutureLab in Belgravia until 31st December.
Alongside the glory days with successful artists, there have been stormy moments such as when Simon Cowell said he couldn’t even judge a hamster competition.
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Miss Reid, right and with Mrs Reid in 2010 left, and Michaella McCollum Connolly, both 20, were caught trying to smuggle cocaine worth £1.5 million on to a flight from Lima to Spain.
Make-up artists have warned against the risks of counterfeit designer cosmetics that are flooding e-commerce sites.
Now I’m single again, I’ve started wondering if I should explore the possibility of a same-sex relationship. What are the ground rules?
Microbiologist Dr Farbod Nekouei told Megan Duncan, an executive producer for Fox 29, that she should throw her make-up bag away immediately.
This meditation will teach you to pay attention to subtle changes in your body that could signal the beginning of a more serious problem.
Grandmother Tania George, 43, from Manchester, only started powerlifting two years ago and has already broken four world records.
Lottie is billed as a 'fashion doll with a difference' because she has been designed to look and dress like a child.
An early taste of the Mail's exclusive festive series from the queen of the kitchen. Don’t miss tomorrow’s Daily Mail for her all-time classics.
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Some of the worlds leading British designers including Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Burberry, David Koma, Matthew Williamson, Mary Katrantzou and Sibling have each customised a unique one off jumper for Save the Childrens Christmas Jumper Day. They will go on display exclusively at The Village, Westfield London in a stunning installation designed by international visual artist and curator Stuart Semple and design agency My Beautiful City from Thursday 28th November until the end of the year.
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Love London? Wear your heart on your wrist this winter with the new Postcode collection from Whistle and Bango. Beautiful enamel bangles with the added quirk of favourite London postcodes embossed on each bangle. Perfect Christmas presents for any London girl about town or London lover - we are rocking the SW11 offering. www.whistleandbango.com
Looking for a luxurious treat for someone special this Christmas, so they can have feel good pamper sessions all year round? Boots weekly Star Gifts are on hand to get your Christmas list sorted well ahead of the big day. This week the fabulous Sanctuary Spa Top to Toe Glow Pamper Tin Gift Set can be yours for just £19.00 (was £40!)
Mr-Robertson.co.uk offers you the opportunity to design your own customised, made to measure suit without the Savile Row price tag. It is the perfect solution for men who want to be impeccably dressed, but don't want to spend thousands of pounds on one suit, or lack the time to visit a tailor. Does the man in your life have an important occasion coming up in 2014 that he needs to be suited for? Or are you sick and tired of looking at that ill fitting, off the rack suit every day? A Mr Robertson suit will ensure he is looking sharp and sophisticated. After all, 'a well-tailored suit is to women, what lingerie is to men'.
Looking for the perfect present to make someone feel good this Christmas, or a cheeky treat for yourself? The Soap & Glory GIRL-O-WHIRL is dropping from £40 down to just £19 this week in Boots. Don't miss out...
This wintry print scarf from Olsen features subdued tones of lilac and sky, dip dyed for an ethereal feel. The lightweight woven piece is perfect for layering.
£45
Cheeky is the new, naughtier little sister of super luxe spa and beauty brand, Cowshed. We love this £10 Freeze Frame Make Up Setting Spray
Illustrious fashion designers Roland Mouret and Giles Deacon, style icon Sophie Dahl and mens fashion rising star Kit Neale have partnered with Sky to create a limited edition collection for the new Sky+HD 2TB box with built-in Wi-Fi, TV time just got way more stylish.
Expert Collection Advanced Keratin Repair Split End Fuser uses a unique, tailored and nourishing formula containing a clever fusion of Caffeine, Niacinamide and Panthenol to create a veil around the hair helping to repair the micro-tears that cause split ends whilst temporarily fusing existing split ends to give hair an instantly smoother feel and appearance without weighing it down. Even after one use, our hair felt much lighter and looked far glossier - just ask super fan Sam McKnight who used it on the models at fashion week. £6.99
The brand new Dumb Blonde Reconstructor For Chemically Treated Hair from TIGI is here. Transform over processed hair with this conditioning product with new Protein Booster Technology. It will help restore the hair and its core, while conditioners combined with milk extract and keratin, protect the hair externally, hair will feel softer, smooth and ready for action.
£12.95
Terry de Havilland launches a range of Winklepicker Points. Made from soft metallic leathers and available in 4 Quality Street colours. £199.00
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Bring some Aussie sunshine into your life with the latest styles from Lorna Jane. The brand is the leading label for active wear down under and the latest range can be bought here via www.activeinstyle.co.uk. We love the 'Never Give up' crop top, £41. Who knew your chest could be so inspirational!
Going to the gym can be hard enough without worrying about what to wear. GG Active is designed to make you want to wear your kit and to get active. Each item is designed to flatter and stay in place so there are no unwanted tummy flashes and you can concentrate on getting fit.
If you want your man to get a buff body in the New Year then here's a idea for a Christmas present. Male Testo is part of the Clean & Lean range from James Duigan, celebrity trainer and founder of Bodyism. It's vegetarian protein supplement that can be added to a morning shake, or mixed with a glass of water. It promises to naturally boost testosterone levels, enhance sex drive and increase lean muscle mass.
www.bodyism.com
Stand out from the crowd in these bright graphic print leggings from Do Running. Available from Pro Direct, RRP £35
Ashmei have released a new range of reflective clothing so runners can keep their training up as the nights draw in. The 'night runners' collection has also been designed to keep the wearer warm and dry in winter weather. Women's jacket, pictured, £200, from www.ashmei.com
Released this week, Mo Farah's autobiography will be top of every runner's Christmas list. In it, he relates how he fled Somalia for England at the age of eight - leaving his twin brother behind - and eventually honed his running talent to become double Olympic champion.
Published by Hodder & Stoughton RRP £20
It's not something many will want to share about exercising but research has shown 1 in 4 women can experience stress urinary incontinence when working out. To tackle the embarrassing problem, EVB have developed special sports shorts. They are made with moisture-wicking, anti-bacterial treatments and have a discreet mesh lining to hold a pad. The compression shorts also support the pelvis and abdomen so they're a great choice for mothers resuming exercise after having a baby.
www.evbsportsshorts.com
Now you can wear your running PBs with pride thanks to a colour-coded range from Xempo. Simply input your time on their website (www.xempo.co.uk) and they'll tell you which T-shirt and vest you've earnt the right to wear. The clothes also state your marathon time so you can show off when you've hit your target - whether it's sub 3, 4 or 5 hours.
In aid of October's Breast Cancer Awareness month, Zumba Fitness have released a special edition line of apparel and accessories. Thirty per cent from each item sold, like this £18.42 T-shirt (pictured), will go to the Zumba Global Reseach Grant, which is investigating the prevention of breast cancer worldwide. So not only will you look stylish as you bust some Zumba moves, you'll also be supporting a great cause.
Available from www.zumba.com
BOXING CLEVERFancy yourself as Rocky Balboa but don't actually want to get hurt? Then try non-contact boxing which will help you improve your fitness, strength and posture without any danger of getting a cauliflower ear. Hilary Lissenden, a coach and judge for the Amateur Boxing Association of England has compiled The Complete Guide to Boxing Fitness with everything you need to know.
RRP £19.99 published by Bloomsbury
Adidas have been boosting runners with their new range of trainers and now they want to boost charity coffers. The sports brand are supporting Breast Cancer Awareness month with a new range including this Aktiv Pink Ribbon Hooded Long Sleeve T-shirt, £33, (pictured). A 10 per cent donation will be made to Breakthrough Breast Cancer for every item in the collection sold.
Available in store and online at www.adidas.co.uk
TV presenter and keen runner Jenni Falconer has a new range of fitness clothing out now. The collection, available from Debenhams, includes capri leggings, vests and crop tops.
www.debenhams.com/women/xpg-by-jenni-falconer
Banish bouncing breasts while you workout with this layered technical vest with an inner crop top for extra support, £25, Next.co.uk
Elite coach Mark Barfield has written 'Triathlon - the Go Faster Guide' to help everyone from beginners to pros improve on their run, bike and swim. RRP £18.99, published by Bloomsbury Sport
Stella McCartney unveiled her Spring/Summer 14 collection for Adidas at London Fashion Week. The designer said she wanted to banish black in sportswear and show it can be stylish as well as practical.
Working out is always a more alluring prospect when you've got shiny new gear. We love the colourful new range from adidas - leggings in yellow or blue (£27) and a vest in cherry red (£26). Also fab is a black and white tie-dye leggings and crop top. Run off and restock!
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Fitness Freak's pop-up rave class is an intensely choreographed aerobic session with a live DJ spinning 90s dance classics. All you need to do is turn up in your finest neon gym gear clutching a handful of glo-sticks at the Camden Centre on Euston Road in King's Cross ON Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 September. To book visit http://www.fitness-freak.com
HPE clothing use the latest innovations to create style as well as comfort such as this Formula40 Yoga bra, £40, that has antimicrobial silver technology which is said to resist harmful bacterial build up in the fabric.
Fitness clothing that heats up while you work out... and actually BURNS MORE CALORIES. Yes, you heard us right. That means less work for more benefits. What could possibly be better than that? Now with a turned-over waistband for a more flattering, more comfortable fit.
From www.zaggora.com
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Samantha Magee's new book Pregnancy and Yoga is a guide to how to perform moves safely with pictures, explanations and other tips to help mums-to-be have a smooth and happy pregnancy
RRP £16.99 published by Bloomsbury
Chafing can be a big problem for runners so sports clothing brand Run Breeze have developed 'Runderwear'. The briefs come in men's and women's styles and are designed for maximum comfort and minimal irritation
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Supermodels use this before they train - yes, SUPERmodels. Also a whole host of Victoria's Secret girls and other slender, fit stars whose thighs we all covet. It's from hot A-list gym Bodyism and is devised by wellness guru James Duigan. The pre-training anti-oxidant blend has acai, brindle berries, green tea and protein to help you metabolise fat and assist your body to produce energy.
£50 from www.bodyism.com or www.spacenk.com
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The Heylin T-shirt from Regatta is a sporty top with contrast colour side panels for a figure flattering look while training in the park, gym or at home.
£6.50 from regatta.com
Personal trainer to the stars Matt Roberts has released his own range of supplements. On sale at Ocado, they come in different formulas depending on your needs eg for a pre-workout boost or to aid your digestive system. Prices start at £14.99, www.mattroberts.co.uk
Most of us do our festive food shop over nine weeks, with the first purchase, usually cranberry sauce or pudding, happening in October.
The app, Aspire News, can be set up to secretly alert the user’s 'trusted contacts' in an emergency situation, simply by tapping the top of the screen three times.
For Russell, who celebrates his 47th birthday tomorrow, and went through an acrimonious divorce from his wife Helen in 2002, is in love with a woman almost half his age.
The mother of two, 32, looks stunning as she poses in an array of cosy Christmas knits for her new Oral-B campaign. Speaking about hr holiday style, Holly says: 'Although I love to feel fabulous and look beautiful during the festive season, being comfortable is key. Christmas parties for me are less about a sparkly dress and heels and more about the most ridiculous jumper I can find.'
Coco Layne, 21, who splits her time between New York and Los Angeles, started out her photo series wearing a striped button-up shirt, jeans, boots and no make-up.
At the time there were vague rumours about him wanting to try his luck in America and hoping to stretch his acting chops.
The mother-of-one has cited the senior as one of her greatest style inspirations in an interview with brand new fashion magazine Clique.
Farshad Hashemzadeh, 28, has now had the unwanted appendage removed in a £3000 private operation appeared on This Morning.
Authentic Apparel Group said they recruited the 41-year-old, 6ft 4in California native, to showcase its wares because he is 'an advocate of active lifestyles'.
Baz Luhrmann resolved to make his film adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald’s celebrated novel about American excess in the Roaring 20s, The Great Gatsby.
Studies in the past three decades have found that people who keep secrets are more likely to have psychological problems and physical pain.
Charlie O'Brien, 32, was so moved by an email from a man saying his fiancee had cancer that she wrote back. But she was being sucked into an upsetting web of lies.
Many of the birds at the Sanccob centre, close to Michaela’s home in Cape Town, had to be rescued after their feathers were coated in crude oil.
HO HO HO! CHRISTMAS ADVENT CALENDARS
This week, Elsa McAlonan puts a reader’s big beauty query to Friends and Cougar Town star Courteney Cox. 'I hate using lots of product on my hair and I’m useless at blow-drying, so I tend to leave it to dry naturally and scrunch it with my hands — it probably helps to keep my hair in good condition that I don’t use lots of styling tools,' she says.
For this price, the Daniel Galvin Jr salon in Belgravia offers a mani, pedi, massage, full head of highlights, cut and blow-dry, lunch and champagne.
The 30-year-old's mascara and eyeliner set completely sold out in Selfridges on launch day and the store was on the brink of closing.
Should we women be shopping for toiletries in the men's aisle? To find out, we decided to compare pairs of products from the same brand. Here's what we found...
The 21-year-old, who reached the semi-finals of Miss Universe in Russia, had a helping hand when it came to appearing bare-faced in the outback
Mucus secreted by snails are full of collagen, glycolic acid, antibiotics and other compounds that regenerate skin cells and heal cuts.
In Health and Beauty Hints, a 1910 book by Margaret Mixter, the author offers odd tips like 'if a double chin is to be removed, rub vigorously to wear away the fat'.
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