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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pierce Brosnan left choking as Helen Mirren's too busy enjoying her salsa to care in viral clip
Pierce Brosnan got zero sympathy from friend and co-star Helen Mirren during a fiery taste test on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The 72-year-old James Bond icon found himself gasping for air after bravely biting into Fallon's homemade jalapeño salsa on Monday's episode — while the 80-year-old Oscar winner happily kept devouring her own serving with hilarious disregard. The spicy showdown kicked off when Fallon urged the stars, who are promoting their new film The Thursday Murder Club, to try his fresh-from-the-desk salsa creation. After Mirren declared it 'fabulous,' Brosnan dove in — only to be immediately overwhelmed by the heat, coughing and choking as he admitted, 'I don't do spicy.' Fallon quickly yelled, 'He's choking!' but Mirren just shot a knowing glance, saw he was fine, and carried on wiping the bowl clean with her tortilla chip. Meanwhile, Pierce hilariously managed to sputter, 'Carry on!' The Thursday Murder Club centers on a witty group of retirees who spend their days in a peaceful retirement community—bonding over their shared hobby of solving cold cases. But their quiet pastime takes a thrilling turn when they stumble upon a fresh murder mystery that demands their attention. Mirren leads the cast as Elizabeth, a sharp ex-spy with a knack for uncovering secrets. Brosnan plays Ron, a former union activist with a passionate spirit, while Ben Kingsley portrays Ibrahim, an insightful ex-psychiatrist. Celia Imrie rounds out the group as Joyce, a compassionate ex-nurse who balances the team. The film is based on the bestselling novel by Richard Osman. It is directed by Chris Columbus, known for Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, with a screenplay penned by Katy Brand and Suzanne Heathcote. Osman wrote the book in secret over 18 months, sparking a fierce 10-way bidding war before Penguin Random House secured the rights for a seven-figure deal in 2019. Upon its 2020 release, The Thursday Murder Club became the only novel that year to sell over one million copies, ranking as the third best-selling hardback behind Dan Brown's The Lost Symbol and JK Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. The success led to three sequels: The Man Who Died Twice (2021), The Bullet That Missed (2022), and The Last Devil to Die (2023). A fifth installment is already planned for publication next year. With a star-studded cast and sharp wit, The Thursday Murder Club promises laughs and intrigue—especially after Brosnan's hilarious salsa-choking moment alongside MIrren. If the film's as entertaining as that interview, audiences are in for a real treat.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This ‘hole-in-a-wall' sourdough pizza spot opens just 4 days a week
Tiktok has all kinds of clickbaity videos and one particular reel showcasing Hole In A Wall Pizza along 63 Haji Lane piqued my curiosity. When we made our way there, I swore my 'excitement metre' was at a solid 8. But upon arriving, it plummeted to a 3. If I could add sound effects, it'd be a flock of crows cawing. There was actually an easel and a little booth with a guy taking orders outside the main Haji Lane Stretch. Ah well, not really much of a hole-in-a-wall experience, is there? Chances are, most folks just breezed by without a clue, so there's a real need to get the word out! Since we were already in the neighbourhood, we figured we'd sample a couple of their pizzas. The pizza takeaway booth shares the same space as The Halal Corner, and offers 5 different flavours of sourdough pizza, available exclusively for takeaway. Do note that they are only open from Thursday to Sunday, from 12pm to 9pm. After placing our order, we were told to walk around and return slightly later. After close to 20 mins, our pizzas were finally ready, only for the guy who took our order to to collect them from the window (that could've been us). The first on our list was the Pepperoni (S$15). It looks just like a typical pepperoni pizza, but upon taking a closer look, you'll spot clusters of sambal belado drizzled everywhere. One bite in, and the heat was already dancing on my tongue. Minutes later, I was sweating — forehead, scalp, the works. This, my friends, is a must-have for spice lovers! The crust was thin and crispy, and the pepperoni was scrumptious. We then moved on to the Chilli Duck (S$15). The moment I lifted up the cover, my nose was greeted by the familiar and fragrant whiff of the lemak sauce. A generous layer of golden lemak gravy covered the crust, crowned with paper-thin slices of smoked duck, shimeiji mushrooms, rocket lettuce, mozzarella cheese and chilli. Compared to the previous pizza, the Lemak Chilli Duck had a thicker layer of cheese. The combination of fragrant smoked duck, creamy spiced gravy, earthy mushrooms, and fresh rocket worked beautifully together. This one completely won my heart over. Don't get me wrong, the Sambal Belado Pepperoni was great and packed a spicy punch, but this pizza was on a whole different level. I'm going to be dreaming about it for a while! Craving for Asian-inspired flavours on a pizza? Visit Hole In A Wall Pizza at Haji Lane from Thursday to Sunday! We tried Singapore's best-rated nasi padang The post This 'hole-in-a-wall' sourdough pizza spot opens just 4 days a week appeared first on
NHK
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NHK
South Korean instant noodles hotter than ever
South Korean instant noodles hotter than ever People around the world are getting a taste for South Korean instant ramyeon, and the spicier, the better. NHK World's Kim Chan-ju looks at the craze, and how the industry is handling fame.
The Guardian
14-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Guardian
Chilli oil udon and salmon salad: Justin Tsang's speedy noodle recipes for one
At this time of year, I find myself swaying towards lighter meals and bolder flavours, and especially recipes that include a ton of herbs, citrus and spice. Noodles are my go-to theme in the warmer months, and for good reason: they're super-versatile, can be eaten hot or cold, and they soak up flavours like a sponge. These recipes for one are also speedy, low-fuss and involve minimal cooking – perfect for maximising your time outdoors. These are inspired by my travels across China and its love for all things spicy noodles. A perfectly balanced sauce made with soy, vinegar and herbs means these salty, sweet, sour and spicy noodles are incredibly addictive. Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Serves 1200g fresh udon, or 100g dried udon30g fresh coriander, roughly chopped¼ cucumber, julienned1 fried egg, to serve (optional) For the chilli oil1 garlic clove, peeled and minced½ spring onion, white part minced½ tsp cayenne powder½ tsp sweet paprika1 tsp roasted sesame seeds ¼ tsp Sichuan peppercorns, crushed1 tbsp vegetable oil For the sauce1 tbsp light soy sauce 1 tsp dark soy sauce 1 tsp oyster sauce 1 tsp black Chinese vinegar 1 tsp white sugar ½ tsp MSG ½ tsp sesame oil Put all the ingredients for the chilli oil, bar the oil, in a serving bowl (the one you plan to eat from) and stir to combine. Put the vegetable oil in a small frying pan on a high heat for a minute, until just shy of smoking, then pour this over the contents of the bowl and stir to coat. Add all the ingredients for the sauce, then stir until the sugar dissolves and everything is well combined. Cook the noodles in a pan of boiling water for a minute shy of the packet instructions (to ensure they're al dente). Drain and transfer to the bowl with the sauce. Top with the coriander and cucumber, then toss very well, to make sure all the sauce at the bottom of the bowl is incorporated and coating the noodles. Serve topped with a fried egg, if you like, for some protein. This packs a serious punch and barely requires any cooking. Packed full of herbs, it's brought together with an east Asian-inspired, umami-rich, lime-soy dressing. Prep 15 min Cook 15 min Serves 1 50g bundle glass noodles, rehydrated in cold water1 spring onion, white part finely minced, green part julienned90g hot smoked salmon, flaked1 big handful mixed salad leaves 10g fresh coriander, roughly chopped10g fresh mint, leaves picked and roughly chopped10g chives ¼ red onion, thinly sliced¼ cucumber, julienned1 tbsp shop-bought fried shallots1 tbsp unsalted roasted peanuts, chopped For the dressing1 red chilli, stalk, seeds and pith removed, flesh finely minced1 garlic clove, peeled and grated10g ginger, peeled and grated1½ tbsp light soy sauce Juice of 1 lime2 tsp light brown sugar 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds Put the noodles in a bowl and soak in boiling water for five to seven minutes (or cook them according to the packet instructions). Drain and transfer to a large bowl, then, using scissors, cut all the noodles in half. Put all the dressing ingredients and the minced spring onion whites in a bowl and stir until the sugar dissolves. Put the salmon, salad leaves, herbs, spring onion greens, red onion and cucumber into the noodle bowl, pour over the dressing and toss until thoroughly combined and well coated. Transfer the noodles to a platter, sprinkle with the fried shallots and roasted peanuts, then serve. Long Day? Cook This: Easy East Asian Recipes with a Twist, by Justin Tsang, is published in August by Ebury Press at £26. To pre-order a copy for £23.40, visit
