Dining out has become an enjoyable experience for many people and even the current credit crunch has done nothing to change that with cheap meals everywhere.

Motoring costs have gone through the roof with dearer petrol, higher insurance and astronomical bills. So in every issue we aim to provide you with a wide choice from the VW Bluemotion, Seat Exeo, Skoda Fabia, and VW Golf to the luxury Bentley.

  We also look at a new book that will appeal to Classic car lovers which concentrates on the stylish Austin range.

Whether you're planning a winter break, or a summer sun deal , we've got a list of destinations for you to choose from. Go batty in Benidorm, enjoy chips in Las Vegas, sip port in Portugal, go roaming in Rome, go dipping in the Dominican Republic, enjoy a safari in South Africa or tuck into a Greek salad in Greece.

ELIZABETH Kucinich (above) was a typical Essex girl and at 18 left home to try and put the world to rights. Now the willowy redhead with the film star profile could one day be heading for the White House with her husband, presidential candidate Dennis, and has been mixing with the likes of Barrack Obama and Hilary Clinton.

Cellulite occurs in around 90 per cent of women and yet few of us know exactly what it is or how it is caused. We have compiled a list of the most common myths.

Has the weather played havoc with youir garden this year or are you a Mr Greenfingers who can keep your little piece opf heaven under control all the time. We've lots of tips for making the garden more appealing.

Did you know the very first handbags were literally crude pouches fashioned from leaves and animal hide. However, the first documented use of handbags is from the 14th century. This month we reveal the History of the handbag as well as featurs on Jewellery, LIngerie, Shoes and Leather Jackets.

When you're over 50 it's frustrating when the grandkids live far away and you don't even know how to use a computer to speak to them on the web. Well, Gerry Thornton realised the problemsfaced by this age group and now runs successful IT class for the 50 plus age group across Essex.

If you're a pet lover then going to a rescue centre can be the answer to all your prayers. If you fancy a greyhound as a loving pet follow our tips inside on where to go and what to look for.

We may be in a credit crunch but people are always looking for ways to make money or invest it. Are diamonds the ideal hedge against inflation these days or should you gamble and put all your money in Pemium Bonds. See what the experts aay.

DO you know what stars like Queen Latifah, Denzel Washington, an Benicio de Toro did before they became legends of stage and screen? Find out inside what they and other celebrities were doing as they waited for their big breaks.

PEOPLE like James Dean, John F Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, Natalie Wood, River Phoenix and Janis Joplin had their lives cut tragically short either due to drugs, drink or political fanatics. But they have become bigger legends since their deaths - just as Michael Jackson's recent death proved.

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