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Deriving from the ancient Persian word ‘shah’, which means ‘king’ in an early form of chess, checks have been a decorative staple in interiors and fashion for centuries. The chequerboard pattern has b

This London abode may be all understated chic, but at Christmas it is full-on festive ready

Menu 1 Traditional with a twist Starter – Salmon rillettes, p109 Main – Brie and cranberry-stuffed chicken wrapped in bacon, p110 Side – Air fryer veggies, p112 Dessert – Sticky toffee steamed pudding

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Memorials are our nation’s collective memory, built to endure and ensure that achievements, individuals and disasters are never forgotten. Susan Owens takes an emotive tour around the British Isles in 50 monuments

Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated, says Prue Leith, whose simple recipes and time-saving tips are inspired by a lifetime of cooking for joy