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After going gluten free in 2009 Ann Perkins discovered a few things; first she started to feel a lot better and had loads more energy; second, she realised she had a lot less choice in food, and that a lot of gluten free food is inferior in quality and more expensive than the gluten containing alternative. So in 2011, Ann, together with Steven Turner, decided to give up their jobs and think of ways they could make life better for everyone who has to avoid eating gluten. And PERK!ER was established in 2012.

Next time you pick up your make-up brush consider this; many beautifully packaged products in the market place actually contain irritating and even damaging ingredients such as talc, dyes, mineral oil, parabens and even petroleum. Just because something says it is "natural" it does not mean that it is naturally good for you. That's why jane iredale - The Skin Care Makeup® combines up-to-date colours for every complexion or ethnicity in a formulation that offers serious skin-care benefits.

Back in 1882 a chemist from Indianapolis noticed how clean and shiny his tarnished pot was after cooking rhubarb. So using an active ingredient that's found in the rhubarb plant he made a talcum smooth cleaner and sold it to the city's taverns. It worked so well that it was called 'Bar Keepers Friend' - and now it can be your friend too.

Set in the grounds of Guildford Castle, Two South Hill boast fine dining, varied menus, fabulous views and one of the few Chef's Tables available in the local area. Focusing on fresh British produce, carefully sourced from sustainable ethical suppliers, their butcher of choice is the renowned Aubrey Allen; recently appointed the Royal Warrant to Her Majesty The Queen, as suppliers of meat, poultry and game.

Home to 700 peculiar, amazing and fun exhibits, Ripley's Believe It or Not! is the London attraction sure to excite, delight and thrill the whole family. We popped along with a couple of young explorers to check out just how weird and wonderful this attraction is - and see if it could keep everyone entertained.

Bodega is driven by a passionate love of olives, antipasti and the rich flavours of the Mediterranean. Having journeyed extensively to bring you authentic taste straight from the olive groves of Italy, Spain and Greece they invite you to join them in tasting their travels. Whether you are already a connoisseur, or want to start exploring the world of olives, Bodega will guide you to the flavours that will fire your imagination and capture your senses.