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Evening Standard
2 days ago
- Evening Standard
Aiyana Beach Resort, Tanzania review: stripped-back luxury at its finest
It's the diametric opposite of a Swiss clinic — hot, unsophisticated, vaguely dangerous (you climb a rickety ladder over a small crab-infested cliff to get up on the rock). Like many of Pemba's delights, the spa is not refined or high-tech. But there is something all the more relaxing for that, capturing of a pre- 2005 innocence- flowers floating in a Babyliss footbath; the smell of tiger balm; an almost oriental serenity created by the white-washed buildings and dragonflies dipping in and out of lily-padded ponds. Scattered bougainvillea and the odd towel swan. There is a sense that the world has not changed here for decades.
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Three ways to indulge in the Dubai chocolate trend at home without breaking the bank
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WE are going nuts for pistachio flavours after Dubai chocolate took social media by storm. The pistachio cream-filled bars have sparked a flurry of food favourites being given the nutty treatment. 6 Three ways to indulge in the Dubai chocolate trend at home without breaking the bank Credit: Getty But you can indulge in the trend at home without breaking the bank. Here's some ideas for treats to try . . . TOAST UPGRADE: Jars of pistachio cream are pricey — at least £5 for a small pot — so make your own. Buy packs of the nuts still in shells and remove the kernels yourself, if you don't mind putting in the effort. Roast the nuts in an oven to deepen the flavour, for around five to ten minutes on a medium heat. Add a tablespoon of sugar or syrup and blitz with enough double cream to create a smooth and creamy texture. The cream can be kept for up to a week, in an airtight jar. You can use it drizzled over yoghurt, toast, porridge or pastries for delicious flavour. KEEP THE DUST: The dust at the bottom of packs of pistachios can also be used, according to Zineb Faress, of Moroccan sweet brand Raphia. She said: 'Blend it with cream cheese for a savoury spread or stir into coffee for a nutty, Middle Eastern twist.' DREAM DESSERT: Use pistachio to create easy treats. Try melting 70-per-cent cocoa chocolate (maybe Sainsbury's Stamford Street dark, 75p) in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Then stir in a few handfuls of pistachio kernels, making sure the chocolate thoroughly coats the nuts. Take off the heat and spoon bite-sized amounts of the mix on to parchment paper. Pop in the fridge until set. Irish influencer makes homemade Dubai chocolate Fine-dining chef Dean Harper also recommends folding pistachio paste into whipped cream then alternately layering with crushed biscuits in a dessert glass, for an easy concoction that will impress any guest. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability. Deal of the day 6 Babyliss curl and wave styler, £45 at Currys Credit: Supplied GIVE your hair a salon-worthy makeover with the Babyliss curl and wave styler, down from £74.99 to £45 at Currys. SAVE: £29.99 Cheap treat 6 Rose-gold aviator shades, £6, from George at Asda Credit: Supplied STAY stylish in the sun with these rose-gold aviator shades, £6, from George at Asda. What's new? POUNDLAND has refreshed its Body Stories range, with additions including jelly cleanser, bronzing drops and micellar water – £2 each. Top swap 6 Adidas pink gazelle trainers, £94.99 from Office Credit: Supplied 6 Bright pair of pumps, £18 from Tu at Sainsbury's. Credit: Supplied KEEP your footwear on trend with a pair of these Adidas pink gazelle trainers, £94.99 from Office. Or sprint for savings with this bright pair of pumps, £18 from Tu at Sainsbury's. SAVE: £76.99 Little helper FANS of Tesco's F&F clothing can now buy online as well as in store. Orders (there's a £3.99 delivery charge) can be made through or on the Tesco app. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 6 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
Telegraph
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
How to master Helen Mirren's modern French twist
Dame Helen Mirren is an indisputable style icon, but just as influential as her brilliantly bold wardrobe choices are her hairstyles – and her latest look, a modern take on a French twist, is no exception. Over a career spanning 60 years, the actress has displayed a chameleonic knack for great hair, especially in later life, mastering everything from classic bobs and pixie crops to flowing waves and sleek updos. And while a glamorous shade of silver has become her signature, Mirren has been known to experiment with colourful transformations more than once. At the Cannes Film Festival in 2023, she stepped out with blue hair to match her custom-made Daniel del Core gown. A few years earlier, she had debuted a cropped rosy pink style on the same red carpet at Cannes. While her latest hairstyle is rather less daring than a full-scale colour change, it nevertheless offered a transformative effect. Attending the premiere of the new Paramount+ crime drama series MobLand in London, Mirren opted for a French twist, an updo that sees hair pulled back, twisted vertically and pinned against the head. It's a timeless look, but there were a few clever updates that kept this classic style looking fresh and youthful. The power of a little lift Mirren's French twist strayed from convention with a few wispy pieces pulled down around the edges to create a softer, face-framing finish. There was also a good amount of lift at the front and sides to create a subtle beehive effect. This has an anti-ageing effect, explains Syd Hayes, a London-based hairstylist who's part of Mirren's inner circle. 'The beehive has always been a favourite of mine,' he says. 'It's great if you have thinning hair as it adds volume and height. I also love it when an updo follows the line of the jaw, as this gives the illusion of lift. Her hair colour looks so striking when it's up too.' This is not the first time Mirren has proved the power of a French twist with added lift; she wore a similar style in 2022 at the LA premiere of Yellowstone prequel series 1923. But her recent take feels a little more playful and relaxed. The key to this is texture. 'This keeps it cool rather than something sprayed and smooth, which can quickly feel old-fashioned,' says Hayes. 'I like to make sure the hair is slightly gritty when I'm creating similar styles.' This year has already seen the return of the Nineties chignon, the low-slung bun revived by midlife supermodels Kate Moss and Christy Turlington at the Calvin Klein show during New York Fashion Week. But Mirren, approaching her 80th birthday, has shown that the French twist is an equally winning choice for women of all ages. How to achieve Helen Mirren's modern French twist As for how to achieve this flattering style at home, Hayes recommends four simple steps: Prep To prep your hair for the style, adding volume and texture is key. Hayes recommends drying hair with the new Babyliss Air Wand (£120, Babyliss), which features a volume attachment with a curved oval design that adds lift. You can also apply a texturising product, such as Sam McKnight's Easy Up Do Texture Spray (£28, Sam McKnight), which Hayes describes as the 'perfect prep product'. Easy Up Do Texture Spray, £28, Hair by Sam McKnight Lift and smooth Next, backcomb your hair at the roots only, before smoothing everything over with a soft brush. Hayes suggests a Mason and Pearson Boar Bristle and Nylon brush (£145.50, Mason and Pearson), which, he explains, helps to smooth without brushing out your back-combing. Boar Bristle and Nylon brush, £145.50, Mason and Pearson Twist 'I then like to section the front of the hair off from ear to ear and work the back into the French twist, rolling the hair in on itself,' says Hayes. Once you're happy with the shape, pin it into place using U-pins, which should slide through the twist and then be secured close to the scalp. Finish Finally, finish the sides and top, securing the subtle beehive with pins worked into the twist. 'Don't forget to pull out a few pieces from the side and front,' says Hayes. 'It's really important that it feels relaxed and not too brushed, which keeps things elegant yet messy.'
