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How to Survive Newcastle Weather

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As a child growing up the distinct impression I had of Newcastle was of the image portrayed in the BBC children’s drama Byker Grove;

a place of naughty teenagers, gossip and distinct accents.

Whilst that icon of childhood has since left our screens, leaving behind it the remnants of PJ and Duncan’s music career and their subsequent rise to success as Ant and Dec, Newcastle has continued in its role as the Hollywood of the North. Numerous locations scatter the city and its countryside surroundings that have sprung up on screen. There have been the distinctly Northern films such as Get Carter and Billy Elliot which use the North East as a backdrop to the action on screen and show a Northern lifestyle. What is not recognised as instantly are locations used in otherworldly or historical films: magical locations used in Harry Potter and Elizabeth. Here is your guide to ‘Tinseltoon’: the films, locations and the people.

Ridley ScottGladiator, Robin Hood, Black Hawk Down, Alien, Blade Runner, #5 ‘Greatest Di-rector Ever’ (Empire UK 2005); not a bad resume for director/producer Ridley Scott. Yet an Oscar or many are decidedly disparate from his childhood and birthplace of South Shields. Malibu it may not be, but this seaside town was the source of Scott’s creative potential. Whilst not returning home for a number of years after his family moved away, Ridley does share a soft spot for the place and especially for his art teacher who sparked something inside him to put his skills to good use rather than ‘watching the clock’. If it wasn’t for South Shields and that talented teacher we may not have witnessed some of the greatest cinematic moments created under the watchful eye of Mr Scott.

Billy Elliot (2000)In recent years there has not been a film which sums up the 1980’s experience in the North East as much as Billy Elliot. The tale of a boy who, despite cultural pressures, prejudices, adversity and financial strife, breaks out of a system and becomes a successful dancer. Shot entirely on location in the North East, the films main locations include the recently closed Ellington and Lynemouth mines as well as the terraced village of Easington, with its colourful history involving hangings on the village green! Not only is the cinematography decidedly North East, many of the people involved also hail from the area. The script was written by Geordie lad Lee Hall and Billy Elliot himself Jamie Bell comes from Billingham, sandwiched between Sunderland and Middlesbrough.

Get Carter (1971)Michael Caine, Gateshead, 1971 and a multi storey car park. These phrases

together may not ring success but director and former Newcastle Docks worker Mike Hodges managed to catapult this crime thriller and its sur-

roundings to cult status. Hodges wanted ‘a really hard place to film’ and Newcastle’s ‘underworld’ and docks suited the bill as Jack Carter com-

mits to a quest for revenge after the murder of his brother. The car park in question was Trinity Square car park, synonymous with that throwing of a

traitor off the top level by Carter. Sadly, this unlikely Northern icon has since been demolished in much the same way as the recent Sly ‘Rocky’ Stallone

remake attempted to destroy the reputation of the Caine cult classic!

Elizabeth (1998) With scenes of conspiracy, betrayal, death, distrust and dispute, you could be for-

given for mistaking the history of England with an episode of Eastenders. In fact, such history was magically brought to life on screen by Cate Blanchett as Elizabeth. Recit-ing the treacherous tale of Queen Elizabeth’s rise to power, this 1998 masterpiece by

director Shekhar Kapur., attempted a piece of film history so often attempted and, arguably, failed. Yet where this film soared was in the quality of locations. Shot partly in Bamburgh, Chillingham and Alnwick, the film managed to capture an air of mythi-cal and mysterious beauty in landscapes of castles, forts and beaches. In one of the

most impressive (and brutal) scenes, the martyrs are burned in front of Elizabeth’s castle (Alnwick castle). In a feat of modern film making, the entire lawn in front of the

castle was removed and dummies were burned on the soil.

Harry PotterNo Harry Potter is not Northern. No the Hogwarts express does not leave from Newcastle Central and no the underground scenes are not on the Metro. However, where the North does come into play is in its strength as a source of magical locatioAs to repre-sent Hogwarts and the wizarding world. Alnwick castle was used in the first two films for key moments. Shots of the castle feature heavily; from the backdrop for the very first broomstick flying class to the flying car crashing into Hogwarts, or, using its less magical name, the inner bailey of Alnwick castle! In fact, there was such an influx of tourism after Alnwick was named as a film location that the English Tourist Board created a ‘Harry Potter film locations holiday’ to the North.

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Enrique Iglesias with Lemar >> 21st March 2011

The X Factor Live 2011 >> 25th & 26th March 2011

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Katy Perry >> 3rd April 2011

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Bulletproof >> 12th March 2011

Yashin >> 15th March 2011

The King Blues >> 4th April 2011

Cockney Rejects >> 14th April 2011

Metronomy >> 24th April 2011

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First there was the nightmare magazine editor in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, then the uber glamorous PR world of ‘Everyone Worth Knowing’ followed by ‘Chasing Harry Winston’ in the exclusive publish-ing world. Laura Weisberger’s scandalous and

entertaining books about the glamour and gossip of media sectors have sold millions. Laura’s first novel, a tale of working for ‘the impossible boss’

at a fashion magazine, was based on her experi-ence at Vogue under Anna Wintour and went on to become a box office hit. Her new book ‘Last Night at the Chateau Marmont’ hopes to con-

tinue this success in exploring the phenomenon of celebrity and what can happen when you are

inside or outside that cherished circle. Her tales are wildly entertaining, filled with party-ing, travelling and romance whilst also showing the darker side of these worlds including what it takes to succeed. For sheer entertainment these

novels gain top marks. However, if you are an aspiring journalist, publicist, publisher or media

mogul then take these books with a pinch of salt. Artistic license is obvious and it does make you

laugh!

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„The Social Network“Erik Qualman - Socialnomics

‘Socialnomics’- A book that deserves a higher ranking in your preferred media related readings. The author Erik Qualman describes the fast pro-cess of change in social media and technology very fluently. “What happens in Vegas stays on Facebook”, a quote that makes you think about

what kind of world we actually really live in. Social media networks are determining and reflecting life manners of western culture today, a place where we publicise our norms and values via Facebook, Youtube, Twitter or Myspace. What we do, where we are, what we like and with whom we are with are no longer issues of privacy- actually it is the easiest way for marketers to follow up on market research and bombard us with advertising mes-

sages day by day. Qualman will push your current understanding of

how such social media related channels transform our society and businesses, but also how this new

form of socialising through media channels im-pacts patterns of human communication. Social-nomics is informative, practical and entertaining to read, furthermore it will keep you on track with all the outrageous media revolutionaries that will

change our lives forever.

A classic book that deserves a place on your bookshelf, Dale Carnegie’s ‘How to Win Friends and Influence People’ has sold over 16 million copies worldwide – making it an all time best-

seller.

Whilst the works of cultural theorists Freud and de Beauvoir (featured oh so frequently in lectures)

might baffle and confound at first, this book gives a more light-hearted introduction into the field

of human psychology and relations. Whilst not a steadfast academic manual, this book does still feature remarkable tips and advice for develop-

ing your skills of interaction – a key skill for all Media and Communications students.

Easy to read, well designed and small enough to fit in your bag on the way to university – this

timeless book of social psychology will help you much as it did Barack Obama during his presi-

dential campaign and the abrasive participants of Donald Trump’s ‘The Apprentice’! A tool for

success this may well be.

Dale Carnegie - How to Win Friends and Influence PeopleBook Book

Book MovieAfter returning home from watching “The

Social Network”, I immediately logged on to Facebook for two reasons: to see whether the founder of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, is a user himself and to strengthen the privacy on my profile. Besides the obvious storyline con-

cerning the creation of Facebook, the film also raises questions about the ethical side of the 500 million user website. Do all our “friends”

really have to know what is on our mind, what our relationship status is or who was sitting next to us at our grandmother’s birthday? Further-

more, the fact that the site took off so fast is an indicator that we are living in a cyber world where having as many “friends” as possible is essential and knowing someone’s favorite book before meeting them is natural. Aside

from the constant legal scenes, suggestions of hidden meanings and the trivial idea of ‘when you put money before friends you will regret it later’, the film is actually quite enjoyable, if a

little disquieting for the Facebook users among us.

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days of 7 funToon!

Admit it – being a student is not all about reading books and writing essays, it’s also about having fun away from the lec-ture theatre! Without doubt, Newcastle is a city that can offer you not only top-class universities, but also a rich selection of vi-brant places to enjoy after lectures. Along-side its internationally acclaimed nightlife, this Geordie town is a northern paradise of entertainment – with a wealth of fascinat-ing art galleries, theatres, cinemas, shops, music venues and sports events to satisfy every taste. This month, the U.R. team gives you our guide to the best entertainment venues in Newcastle for seven days of fun.

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6Our pick – Metro Radio Arena http://www.metroradioarena.co.uk/

Metro Radio Arena is all about top chart acts. Endless lists of world-famous names like Lady Gaga, Be-yonce, Chemical Brothers, Snow Patrol, AC/DC and Phil Collins have played the arena and current superstars Justin Bieber, The Script and Katy Perry are set to take the stage in the next couple of months. Opened in November 1995, Metro Radio Arena is situated almost in the heart of the city and holds the title as the largest concert hall in the North East of England. It is the ultimate venue for local and interna-tional stars to perform to their Geordie fans. If you feel like whipping your hair back and forth, a concert on a Saturday night @ Metro Radio Arena is something you’ve been looking for and if comedy is more your cup of tea then your funny bone can be tickled by the most popular comedians who appear regu-larly. Miss this and miss out! Also try – 02 Academy, Newcastle City Hall.

Wednesday3 Sunday7 Our pick – St James Park http://www.nufc.co.uk/page/Welcome/

Theatre2Our pick – the Theatre Royal http://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/

Theatre may not be a natural habitat for many students but you shouldn’t pass by the Theatre Royal. Situated on impressive Grey Street in the hustle and bustle of the city centre, it plays host to some of the world’s biggest names in dance, musical, comedy and drama, attracting an audience of over 300,000 every year. Appearing at the theatre soon include the diverse likes of Carmen, Blood Brothers, The Sound of Music and Sleeping Beauty: pantomime style! So be ready for an outstanding Tuesday night for as little as a tenner.Tip - Don’t forget to take advantage of the fantastic student discounts to some of the best performances in the region. For more info on special offers and deals visit their Facebook page [hyperlink] http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=275535581483 Also try – Northern Stage, The Journal Theatre

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Our pick – The Star and Shadow Cinema http://www.starandshadow.org.uk/

This underground venue located only a half mile from the city centre in eclectic Ouseburn Valley is definitely more than your ordinary commercial, Hollywood blockbuster type, cinema. Run entirely by volunteers, the Star and Shadow hosts exceptional films, gigs, live art projects and exhibitions that en-courage engagement and involvement. There are plenty of opportunities to take part in organising and promoting events, projecting films and working for their press office. An opportunity to visit or even be part of their artistic team should not be missed – especially by any Media student!

Also try – Tyneside cinema, Side Cinema

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MusicOur Pick – Jazz Café http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTrwc4kE_Ns

Before the weekend takes hold, venture to the intimate and brilliantly unique Jazz Cafe. Don‘t be fooled by the name, the Jazz Cafe is not just for jazz lovers; enjoy a glass of something in the stylish bar, listen to live bands of many genres downstairs and salsa the night away at one of the classes. You will be transported back to the 1920s by the reddish, faded yet shabby chic decor and the cheap wine is a winner. The white-bearded owner is also something of a Newcastle legend, usually seen handing out flyers up by the Universities. Tucked away in quiet Pink Lane, this hidden treasure of the city will jazz things up on a Thursday night with its pulsating live music. Also try – The Cluny, World Head Quarters

Night-life

5Our pick –Digital http://www.yourfutureisdigital.com/newcastle/

World class DJ’s, mind blowing sound systems and multiple floors of great music – it’s no wonder Digi-tal has been voted the 16th best night club in the world. In the past, Digital has welcomed the likes of David Guetta, Fatboy Slim, Deadmaus and Armin Van Buuren and it doesn’t look like the pace is slow-ing. In February alone the Newcastle venue will play host to Katy B, Erol Alkan, DJ Hype, Jamie Woon and Beardyman. Friday night draws the big DJs – Annie Mac is a regular - but Monday, Thursday and Saturday keep the music pumping with classic parties Born in the 80s (80p entry), Stonelove (indie) and Love (3 mixed genre rooms and drinks from £2.50) respectively. Digital holds more wild parties than Amy Winehouse and Diddy combined so designate this place as your new Friday night spot, and Monday, and Thursday, and Saturday! Also try – Tup Tup, The Cut.ConcertsSaturday

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Home to Newcastle United FC, the fourth largest football stadium in England is situated a stone’s throw from the university campus. Newcastle United is back in the Premier League, so don’t miss a chance to experience great football and the legendary Geordie spirit of the black and white Toon Army. After the game, take the time to walk around the city centre - the electric atmosphere diluted with a whiff of ‘Nookie’ Brown is the perfect end to a jam-packed seven days. Also try –Newcastle Rugby @Kingston Park

The Great North RunNewcastle Vipers Ice Hockey @Whitley Bay

“England’s premier arts and nightlife destination” The Times

1Our pick – The Baltic Centre of Contemporary Arts http://www.balticmill.com/

Nominated by The Guardian as the UK’s capital of the arts in 2007, Newcastle has a vast collection of art galleries and exhibitions. Start your week by heading down to the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Arts on the Quayside. After a tasty brunch in the ground floor café venture head upstairs where cutting-edge art awaits. The largest of its kind outside London, the gallery offers world-class exhibitions by internation-ally acclaimed artists such as Yoko Ono for the price of zilch, nowt, zip! Yes, the gallery is free and every student loves a good freebie. Oh, and don’t forget to take the lift to the fifth floor and get an eyeful of the spectacular Tyne Bridges and the Quayside. Also try – Laing Art Gallery, The Biscuit Factory.

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whipped-hair in my non-soft top, non-sunroof VW Polo, but complete with le iPod, wine gums and a trusty Sat Nav (maps became obso-lete during my students days) my friend and I hit the open road for a day out at many a beach.

Picture the scene – a lighthouse and cot-tage stand isolated on a rocky island in the North Sea. Waves crash all around in the Octo-ber chill. Then, as the water slowly recedes, a causeway emerges from the depths allow-ing crossing to the his-toric St. Mary’s Island: less than 30 minutes from Newcastle we had encountered a place straight from the movie screen and his-tory books! The island in the northern limits of Whitley Bay has a pretty dramatic past with tales of monks, smugglers,

versity Surf Society who seemed to be having a lot of laughs in the freez-ing water – Newcastle students sure are tough! We politely declined to join their lesson and in-stead took a seat in the comfort and more im-portantly warmth of the lovely beach cafe, Rob-inson Crusoe’s. Despite the dusty grey skies, the sunshine was creeping through, reminding us of warmer climes.

Inspired by the surfers we decided it was time for some sport and Lost World crazy golf fitted our sporting capabilities perfectly. Eighteen holes of crocodiles, dinosaurs and luck kept us laugh-ing as we managed to lose not one but two balls to the cheekily po-sitioned water features. We decided a trip on the boat lake or outdoor ice rink to follow was not a great idea consider-ing our previous water-based misfortune.

Dusk was slowly creep-ing in and so we decid-ed it was time to wave farewell to the coast and return to the city. On our way through the town centre of Tynemouth we passed by King Edward’s Bay beach with Priory Castle perched atop the loom-ing cliffs. Continuing on up the pub and shop filled high street we kept an eye out for the Turks Head Hotel where local icon Wandering Willie is kept. The tale of Willie is one of sadness but also loyalty and kindness. Willie, the sheepdog, wandered North Shields, Tynemouth and South Shields (yes, using the ferry) for many years in the late 19th century in search of his lost owner.

arcade lined prom-enades. Whitley Bay seemed different, yes there were lights, noises, entertainment venues and children, but the seafront park had one distinct difference; the Spanish City Dome – the piece de resistance of the promenade. Once a dance hall, the Dome is in the process of re-juvenation and is now used as a museum and interactive centre. It is to Whitley Bay what Ant and Dec are to New-castle and the Eyjafjal-lajokull volcano is to Ice-land – not a nuisance, a contemporary icon. After a dose of culture, a walk along the beach and the joy of fresh Brit-ish sea air it was time to lunch. At the coast in North East England there is no option other than ice cream and fish and chips; however the former was a little op-timistic for October. A recommendation from a cheery local pointed

Willie was never reunited with his master but the kind and friendly nature of the locals kept the dog fed and sheltered when he wasn’t search-ing or guiding people about the towns. The lo-cals became so fond of this faithful companion that when Willie passed away the town taxider-mist displayed the dog in the pub – a constant reminder of friendship and devotion.

By the end of the day, upon reaching North Shields, the Tyneside coast (and the wee car) had done us proud. We had witnessed gor-geous scenery, seen a fair few belly flops off surf boards, met many a peculiar fellow and heard some poignant tales of the past. They may have at times been difficult to understand but the locals of the coastal towns remind-ed me why Geordies are renowned for their friendliness....and una-shamed ability to talk for Britain! Our road trip was less eventful than the regular on-screen road-tripper with teeth, friends and sanity intact (Hangover boys take note) but it was great to get out of the city and visit the local area – admittedly something many students fail to do. Plus there’s always the ease of jumping on the metro in the quest for sand, sea and sun (?). Even better, if a road or rail trip down the coast does not fulfil your ad-venture needs then you can always jump on a ferry at North Shields and take Amsterdam and Europe by storm!

us in the direction of Rendezvous cafe on Northern Promenade. The fish and chips were incredible: no wonder the ‘caf’ has been there since the 1930s. Word has it that the nightlife is also a local institu-tion but we didn’t have time to stick around and witness the great and good of Whitley in their fineries; we had another beach to reach...

On to Tynemouth we ventured, a few min-utes down the road, full to the brim but defi-ant with leftover chips in hand. Longsands beach stretches proud-ly from the Cullercoats edge of Whitley Bay to the Grand Hotel – half a mile of surfing joy host-ing the UK Pro Surf Tour every year. Arriving mid afternoon brave enthu-siasts took to the wa-ter with varying levels of success. One group of surfers turned out to be the Newcastle Uni-

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cholera, hangings, ship-wrecks and eviction of the Ewan residents and the beloved family pet: a pig. For a couple of quid we visited the is-land and climbed the 137 steps of the light-house complete with incredible views down the Bay. However, we made sure to get back to mainland quickly as being stranded in the North Sea wasn’t the most appealing pros-pect! One beach down, many to go...

We rolled down the road towards the cen-tre of the Tyneside fam-ily holiday area, Whitley Bay. Entering Whitley Bay after the serenity of St. Mary’s Island was like stepping straight into a nightclub from a stint in the spa. Being coined as a British seaside re-sort conjures images of Blackpool or Great Yar-mouth with their rickety fairgrounds and casino/nightclub/amusement

It may be no Route 66 or Pacific Highway but the Tyneside coastal road has all the elements of a classic road trip the likes of ‘Thelma and Louise’ and ‘The Hangover’ boys would be proud of – beaches, surfing, obscure characters and a good old bit of letting your hair down.

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If you go down to the quays today you’re sure of a great surprise. Well at least that’s that case if you remember the Quayside’s industrial and dreary past. Long gone are the ramshackle buildings and grey steel

lined waterfront. In their place lies the best of the 21st century lifestyle (and a fair bit of food!) In only one square mile of Newcastle and Gateshead, the Quayside packs in restaurants, bars, art galleries, theatres, the Millennium bridge, a market, law courts and even a summer music festival. Here is our U.R. Key to Newcastle’s Quayside.

Things to dohe Quayside has trans-formed into a centre

for arts, architecture and music. Along with the Sage music venue and the Mil-lennium Bridge, the Baltic gallery is an icon of the North East and the Quay-side. Housed in a former flour mill, the Baltic is an interactive and constantly transforming centre for contemporary art. Photog-raphy, sculpture, film and painting all feature in this impressive space. Later this

year the Turner Prize exhibi-tion will take residency – a perfect time to see more unmade beds and cracks in the floor by the likes of Emin and Salcedo.Every Sunday the Quayside walkway transforms into a marketplace. Stalls selling food, clothing and those infamous ‘bit-n-bobs’ are a’ plenty and it is a great way to spend some time before the looming lec-tures of Monday morning!If the weather takes a turn for the worse you can al-

ways shelter in Side Cin-ema. The cinema focuses on thought provoking films and documentaries tackling challenging is-sues made by its North East based film team – Amber Films. After sitting in one of the reclaimed cinema chairs be sure to visit the accompanying photogra-phy gallery Side Gallery.Evolution Festival - A festival for the less hardy or mud-hating music lover. Set in the luxury of an urban city, Evolution allows you all the

joys of live music during the day with the delight of re-turning to the comfort of your halls, house, hostel or hotel to sleep. This year the festival returns on the 28th and 29th May with an even bigger line up featuring the likes of Tinie Tempah, Plan B, Iggy and the Stooges and Annie Mac. No need for wellies here, just a spot of suncream and sunglass-es, hopefully!

Big Mussel – Student dis-counts, drinks deals and

a great Belgian menu – this Quayside restaurant located on bustling The Side is a great place for a spot of seafood or steak. Their take away fish and chips are renowned. (Main course averages £5-£10)Pitcher and Piano – With a prime location right on the waterfront beside the Mil-lennium Bridge, the Pitcher and Piano is a great res-taurant for a bite to eat with friends. Student dis-

counts feature often and the cocktails alone are enough to warrant a visit. (Main course average £5-£10)Cafe 21 – If you are look-ing for something a little bit special – whether it is a 21st, end of exams cel-ebration or graduation dinner, Cafe 21 is a great bet. Serving classic bistro cuisine this is the perfect spot for a lovely, relaxing and delicious dinner. The

cheese soufflé is a win-ner. (Main course aver-ages £15-£20)

Bars & NightlifeWith an abundance of student friendly trebles bars – Chase, Flynns and Offshore 44 to name but a few - the Quayside is awash with venues for a quiet drink or a louder one. A new venture, Quilted Camel – is making waves at the Quayside. Decorat-ed in stylish 1970s psyche-delia and serving afford-able cocktails, the bar

manages to attract the student, local and profes-sional markets. If you want to dance away into the early hours then student friendly nightclub Riverside stands proudly along the road on the...well, river-side.Tip – Check out the Millen-nium Bridge at night whilst walking between bars or to many of the open-all-hours takeaways to see it lit up in an array of transition-ing colours.

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IngredientsSkinless chicken breast- dicedChiken stock cube(s)Mushrooms- choppedSpring onions- diced/choppedSplash of soya sourceMixed herbs (optional)A dash of worcester sauce (optional)

Method1. Boil a pan of water.. Amount is as much as you wish to eat, usually 500ml 2. Dissolve the chicken stock cubes into the water, use as many as reccomended on the packet with the amount of water you have used. 3. Add a few splashes of soya sauce.. Turn to medium heat4. Drop the diced chicken, diced spring onions and chopped mushrooms into the water. The chicken will turn white.. Make sure it is white all the way through before serving.5. Add any optional ingredients.6. Cook for around 10 minutes and serve!

IngredientsNew potatoesSpring onionsLemon juiceMayonnaiseSalt+Pepper

Method1. Boil potatoes until cooked and allow to cool.2. Chop spring onions into small pieces and add to the potatoes in a large bowl.3. Squeeze a little lemon juice over the potatoes and spring onions.4. Add mayonnaise and seasoning and mix well.5. Keep refridgerated.

Easy Potato Salad

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Ingredients1 packet of DoritosGrated cheeseIced chilllies (the smaller the chilli the hotter)

Method1. Spread doritos around the base of a baking tray2. Sprinkle with as much cheese and chillies as you would like3. Cook until cheese has melt-ed and is going brown.

Cheap Chicken & Mushroom Soup

IngredientsTomato and chilli pasta sauce 500g2/3 pieces of baconPasta

Method1. Boil your water in a pan and add your pastawhilst this cooks for the time stated on the packet 2. Cook your bacon and cut into strips3. Drain pasta once cooked and put a third of a jar into the pan which was just used to cook your pasta.4. Add the bacon to the sauce and heat for 3 minutes5. Add your pasta to the pan and stir for a minuteEnjoy!

Low Calorie MousseIngredients80ml Skimmed Milk30g Skimmed Milk Powder30g Cocoa Powder7g Granular Sweet-ener2tsp Concentrated Chocolate Essence1/4tsp Vanilla Essence5g Gelatine45ml Water1 egg white

MethodWhisk 30g skimmed milk powder in to 80ml cold milk.2. Warm the milk mix (Do not let it boil), whisk in 30g cocoa powder and let it cool.3. Mix in 7g sweetener, 1/4 vanilla and chocolate essence and put to one side.4. Make up the 5g gelatine according to pack instructions and stir it in to the choc-olate and milk mixture. Leave in a cool place until the mixture thickens but do not let it set.5. Pour the egg white into a large bowl and whisk until firm. Fold into the choco-late mixture a spoonful at a time.6. Leave to set in the fridge before serving.

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