Cover star Kate Winslet’s exemplary career is about to enter a new era. Yet whatever changes emerge – from the upcoming seminal retelling of the story of war photographer Lee Miller, to the realities of turning 50 – the actress’ future will always be very much rooted in the strength of the past.
When Marie Alessi, 51, lost her husband suddenly after a brain aneurysm, she found herself raising two young boys as a sole parent. In this month’s My Story, Alessi shares how amidst the grief she decided to find ways to create joy to show them that even after loss there’s a lot to look forward to.
Gardening is more than a past time, and in this month’s Health section we explore how it can be a deeply soulful, uplifting experience. Offering the promise of renewal and new life, gardens can nurture us and reconnect us with nature. This leads us to our feature on life planning. Dying well is something that is hard to talk about when our schedules are crowded. Yet by having that conversation loved ones can better navigate that final path.
Time to switch up your hairdo? It may be as simple as a new heat-styling tool. In Beauty and Style this month we look at all new new season’s trends, from the latest the high jewellery collections to skin refreshing treatments. Plus, award-winning architect Valentina Moretti opens the doors of her stunning house nestled among the family vineyards of Franciacorta, Italy.
Sail away with us and plan for your next Cruise adventure in our Postcard Cruise Special. From Cruise and Fly packages to Land and Sea specials, we explore all the best options available for setting sail on the high seas. And for those keen on a river journey, behold pyramids, pharaohs and ancient wonders of the Nile.
Feel like Chicken tonight? In our INSEASON section we share superb recipes for your spring menu. Plus, learn how to grow your own Italian garden at home. And when it comes to liqueurs, whether you use them to add a little zing to your coffee, jazz up your ice cream or create the type of carefully crafted cocktail you’d find in the world’s most sophisticated bars, these sensations are well worth tasting.
Looking for things to do this month? Our Community pages are full of great events, films and must-read books. And as always, don’t miss our bumper puzzle and colouring in pages and must-enter competitions.
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