Waitrose has joined major supermarkets by introducing its first lunchtime meal deal. The upmarket retailer has said that on 30 August, it will be introducing its Food To Go offer, which will include a main, side and drink for £5, due to the growing demand for easy lunches as workers return to the office following the end of the pandemic. The deal will include a range of sandwiches, wraps, sushi and salads, alongside fruit, cereal bars, juices and smoothies. Waitrose has long offered all these products as part of its Food To Go range, but this is the first time they will be available in a lunchtime deal. Waitrose joins other supermarket chains including Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Morrisons and also Boots, which all offer lunch deals – but Waitrose’s deal is the most expensive, with Tesco’s deal costing £3.90 and Sainsbury’s and Morrisons’s equivalents costing £3.50. Meanwhile, a Boots meal deal costs £3.99 but it is £3.60 if you use an Advantage Card. MyWaitrose customers who bring in their own cup can also get a free cup of coffee when they buy their £5 meal deal. The supermarket has launched its first vegan BLT sandwich, and have also included chilled snacks such as Taiko gyoza and Higgidy ham hock & cheddar rolls in the deal. Speaking about the new launch, Waitrose Food To Go buyer Jennifer Moscardini said: “We know lots of our customers are heading into our shops to grab something for their lunch, so to be able to offer them a convenient, high-quality and great value meal deal is really important for us.” It follows reports that Waitrose and John Lewis will start offering free hot drinks and discounted food to on-duty police officers in an attempt to tackle shoplifting. The upmarket shops hope uniformed police and patrol cars being on site will deter thieves in a similar way to which motorists slow down on the roads when they see officers. John Lewis Partnership, which owns the brands, has written to the Police Federation to say officers can get free coffee if they bring a reusable cup. Community support officers will also be able to take advantage of the initiative, which John Lewis has named “thanks a latte”. Read More Prince Harry and Meghan Markle sightseeing tour led by Thomas Markle’s friend sparks outrage over privacy Bride tries on mother’s wedding dress 30 years after parents’ wedding Former royal chef explains why Prince William and Kate’s children don’t eat with them

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Warm summer evenings call for tasty meals, without having to spend hours in the kitchen. To help those looking for quick and easy summer mealtime inspiration, Discover Great Veg has shared a menu of tasty recipes packed full of our favourite vegetables, that can be on the table in under half an hour. With five flavoursome recipes to choose from, each inspired by global cuisines, there is something for everyone to enjoy. From the Moroccan flavours of the harissa and kale flatbreads, to the washing-up friendly, one-pot kale and carrot pilaf, these dishes are all fuss-free and can be made with minimal preparation. For a light and zesty supper with fewer than 450 calories, look to the Asian-style shredded chicken and kale salad. This dish takes less than five minutes to cook and is ideal for using up any leftover roast chicken you may have in the fridge. The Japanese-inspired salmon with soy, cavolo nero and sushi rice makes an impressive dinner, but takes just 20 minutes to get on the table. The kale and carrot pilaf is an easy, nourishing meal for all the family to enjoy, and better still – it only needs one pan to make. Finally, bring a taste of the Middle East to your day with the cavolo nero and chickpea falafelswith harrissa, a colourful dish that takes just 10 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook. Or the harissa, kale and hummus flatbreads is a tasty alternative to a sandwich and contains one of your five a day, is low in saturated fat and a great source of fibre, protein and folate. Asian-style shredded chicken and kale salad Serves: 2 Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 3 minutes Ingredients: 125g kale 1 small leek, shredded Zest and juice 1 lime 3 tbsp coconut cream 1 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp Thai fish sauce 1 carrot, shredded 200g roast chicken, shredded Method: Cook the kale in boiling water for 2 minutes, add then leek and cook for 30 seconds then drain and run under cold water. Pat dry on kitchen paper. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix together the lime zest and juice, the coconut cream, mayonnaise and fish sauce, toss in the carrot, chicken and kale mix, season to taste. Cooks tip: Great for leftover roast chicken from the Sunday roast and perfect for picnics. Cavolo nero falafels with harissa yoghurt sauce Serves: 2 Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 400g can chick peas, drained and rinsed 200g pack cavolo nero, thick stalks removed 1 tbsp tahini 1 clove garlic ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground coriander 2 tbsp vegetable oil 100g yoghurt (or plant-based alternative) 1 tsp harissa paste Method: Place the chickpeas in a food processor with the leaves from 2 stems cavolo nero, roughly chopped, the tahini, garlic and spices and blend to a coarse paste, season well. Divide into 8 and roll into balls. Heat the oil and fry the falafels for 2-3 minutes until golden, turning once half way. Remove and add the remaining cavolo nero, shredded and fry for 2-3 minutes, season. Meanwhile, mix together the yoghurt and harissa. Serve the falafels onto the cavolo nero and drizzle with the harissa yoghurt. Harissa, kale and hummus flatbreads Serves: 2 Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 250g bag kale, thick stalks removed 1 tbsp harissa paste 2 flatbreads 100g hummus Pomegranate seed and toasted sesame seed to garnish (optional) Method: Preheat the oven to 200C, gas mark 6. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the kale for 3-4 minutes, add the harissa and season. Meanwhile, warm the flatbreads according to pack instructions. Spread with the hummus and top with the kale. Serve sprinkled with pomegranate and sesame seeds if liked. Kale and carrot spelt pilaf Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 red onion, chopped 2 carrots, sliced 1 tbsp curry powder 250g spelt 800ml vegetable stock 50g sultanas 250g bag kale Coriander to garnish Method: Heat the oil in a large saucepan and fry the onion and carrots for 5 minutes. Stir in the curry powder and cook for 1 minute. Add the spelt and then the stock and sultanas. Bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the kale and cook for a further 5 minutes. Season to taste. Serve sprinkled with chopped coriander. Salmon with soy, cavolo nero and sushi rice Serves: 2 Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients: ½ small red onion, sliced 25g sushi ginger, shredded, plus 1 tbsp pickling juice 125g sushi rice 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 salmon fillets 125g thick cut cavolo nero 2 tsp toasted sesame oil 1 tbsp soy sauce Method: Mix the onion with the ginger juice and set aside. Place the rice, 250ml water and a pinch salt in a small saucepan, cover and cook on a low heat for 15-20 minutes until just tender, leave the lid on and set aside. Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan and fry the salmon for 10 minutes, turning halfway until cooked through. Cook the cavolo nero in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, drain well. 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Lana Del Rey has raised eyebrows after wearing a white dress to Jack Antonoff and Margaret Qualley’s wedding. The music producer, 38, and The Maid star, 29, tied the knot during a wedding ceremony in New Jersey, which was attended by a number of star-studded guests. Among the guest list included Channing Tatum, Zoe Kravitz, Cara Delevingne, and Taylor Swift - who drew a large swarm of fans outside the rehearsal dinner venue in Long Beach Island. Another famous face spotted at the nuptials was Antonoff’s longtime collaborator Lana Del Rey, who wore a pink-and-white mini dress with pink platform slides to the ceremony. The white, lace dress featured small, pink flowers with a halter neckline. She paired the outfit with a white cardigan, Lemon Jelly platform sandals, and a baby blue Prada handbag. While the “Video Games” singer’s outfit choice may have been summer-ready, many fans on social media pointed out how guests should never wear white to a wedding, as the colour is strictly reserved for the bride. “Why is she wearing white???” one person asked on X, formally known as Twitter. “Now why did she wear white to a wedding,” another fan pointed out. A third person wrote: “I get these people are celebrities but like wtf you don’t wear white or anything close to white at a wedding???????” However, other fans were unbothered by Del Rey’s casual wedding fashion choice, as they jokingly tweeted: “I love Lana because she’s a hot famous person who also looks like someone who works at Target.” “Deeply obsessed with Lana’s wedding vibes,” another said. “I’d let her wear white to my wedding,” tweeted someone else. Typically, wedding guests should choose a colour other than white to a wedding as a way to avoid upstaging the bride’s white wedding dress. However, according to the Emily Post Institute, it can be acceptable to wear white, as long as it doesn’t distract from the bride or her bridesmaids’ dresses. Antonoff and Qualley tied the knot on Saturday (19 August) at Parker’s Garage and Oyster Saloon on Long Beach Island after nearly two years of dating. The two announced their engagement in May 2022, two months after making their relationship public at the AFI Awards Luncheon in March that year. For the occasion, Qualley wore a white satin halter-neck dress with a plunging neckline and crystal detailing along its hem. The Once Upon A Time in Hollywood star also wore Mary Jane flats, and a long veil as she entered the venue. Meanwhile, Antonoff wore a black tuxedo. The bride’s mother, actor Andie MacDowell, attended the ceremony in a blue gown with a palm leaf pattern. Her ex-husband and Qualley’s father - Paul Qualley - was also in attendance, as well as her siblings - sister Rainey and brother Justin. Antonoff’s sister Rachel, a fashion designer, attended the ceremony too. Swift, Antonoff’s longtime friend and collaborator, attended the nuptials in a pale blue lace dress with a corset-style bodice. The “Anti-Hero” singer was seen hanging out with Tatum and Kravitz after the ceremony. The newlywed couple announced their engagement in May 2022 when Qualley shared photos of her diamond ring to Instagram. “Oh I love him!” she captioned the post, which showed the actor hugging the Bleachers musician from behind. The slideshow also featured three selfies of the pair, with Qualley resting her head on Antonoff’s neck. In the fourth image, Qualley is seen kissing Antonoff’s cheek as he snapped a polaroid picture. Read More Inside Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff’s star-studded New Jersey wedding Margaret Qualley shows off diamond ring as she confirms engagement to Jack Antonoff Lana Del Rey spotted working at a waffle house in Alabama Inside Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff’s star-studded New Jersey wedding How to create the mermaid eyes beauty look that’s trending on TikTok Doja Cat acknowledges fan backlash to her drastic change in style

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Embraced by beauty influencers and celebs on the red carpet, the mermaid eyes look has been one of the biggest make-up trends of the summer on TikTok, and it’s still going strong as we head towards autumn. “Mermaid eyes aim to resemble a multi-dimensional, ethereal sparkle and the scales on a mermaid’s tail,” says Sarah Amelia Fogg, celebrity make-up artist and founder of Brows by Sarah. “Whether you’re one of the many fans of The Little Mermaid, or just love a glittery eye, the mermaid eyes look is perfect for adding a special touch to your make-up this autumn/winter and party season.” Whether you prefer a subtle champagne sheen, an aquatic shimmer or a rosy glow, it’s easy to tailor your mermaid glam colour palette. “Anyone can complete the look as it is so quick and easy, but it also creates such a powerful, bright pop for the eyes,” says Fogg. Here, she offers a step-by-step guide on how to create the mermaid eyes look at home… 1. Prep and prime Preparation is key to ensuring a long-lasting mermaid eyes look. “An effective primer all over the face including the eyelids will give the eye shadow something to stick to,” says Fogg. “I also always like to apply a thin layer of my concealer to the lids after the primer and before the eye shadow, to create an even colour that will help the glitter sit evenly.” 2. Base colour Next, choose which colour glitter you want to use to adorn your eyes. “The most common choice is the white/clear glitter look, but many prefer an added pop of colour like Hailey Bieber did with the pink tint, or Halle Bailey did with the blue,” says Fogg. “When you’ve chosen your colour, apply a base layer of matte eyeshadow of the same colour to your eyelid. This will add depth to the eye look and will help the colour to pop behind the glitter, which will create a more vivid, intense design.” 3. Shimmer shadow To create the mermaid tail effect, top your base colour with a pearlescent pressed powder or liquid eyeshadow. “If you’re aiming for a look like Hailey Bieber’s, then I would recommend a pressed glitter eye shadow, as this provides a more subtle layer of glitter that pops when it catches the light,” says Fogg. “If you’d prefer a more intense shimmer, then I would definitely recommend a liquid glitter as this will stay prominent on the eyes.” Or double up for maximum impact: “Some people even choose to have a layer of liquid glitter and then a layer of shadow on top to ensure that the glow stays put all day.” 4. Create a delicate flick “This step is optional, as I know that some people prefer to add an eyeliner flick while some don’t,” says Fogg. “If you’re choosing to create a flick, I would recommend sticking to a delicate, thin shape as you want to maintain the feminine, gentle aesthetic of the mermaid eyes trend. “Once this is complete, spray your eyes with a powerful setting spray to keep the glitter in place.” Finish with a single coat of mascara: “Apply a thin layer to the lashes to keep them delicate and lifted – you want to aim to open up the eyes without making the lashes the star of the show.” 5. Fluffy brows “Fluffy brows are perfect for this look as they are strong and defining but won’t take emphasis away from the star of the show – the mermaid eyes,” says Fogg. Instead of a pigmented powder or brow pencil, she recommends: “A strong clear brow gel such as Brows by Sarah Fluff It Up, £39, as this is what will hold the hairs in place and will help to keep your full brows last all day.” Lottie London Love Aura Palette, £5.95 Kiko Create Your Balance Gaze Defining Eyeshadow Palette 02 Boost Me, £24.99 Makeup by Mario Master Metals Palette, £55, Sephora

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