The Press - Your Weekend The Press

Saturday - 6th June, 2026
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The chatty Kathy

Means well, but you see them coming and know you need to look busy otherwise you’ll be held hostage for the next 10 minutes.

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Saturday - 30th May, 2026
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By Amy Poehler

If you’re a fan of the actor’s Golden Globewinning podcast Good Hang, you’ll love listening to her narrate her 2014 memoir.

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Saturday - 23rd May, 2026
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Toast with Marmite

Savoury and umami, without upsetting their stomach.

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Saturday - 16th May, 2026
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Lady Marmalade

The collab that gave us, “Gitchie, gitchie, ya-ya, da-da”.

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Saturday - 9th May, 2026
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Lavender

It’s scientifically proven to soothe us, making it perfect for winding down.

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Saturday - 2nd May, 2026
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Become a bird watcher (or plant detective)

Birds, wildflowers, native trees – take your pick. Having something to “spot” turns an ordinary walk into a little treasure hunt.

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Saturday - 25th April, 2026
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Betty bought a bit of butter

But the butter Betty bought was bitter. So Betty bought a better butter, and it was better than the butter Betty bought before.

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Saturday - 18th April, 2026
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Happy: Pesto pasta

Bright, green and fresh. Start with a jar of pesto and throw in whatever makes you feel good.

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Saturday - 11th April, 2026
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The food critic

Comments on each dish like they’re a judge on MasterChef.

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Saturday - 4th April, 2026
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The careful nibbler

Small, methodical bites taken over several days. Your Easter chocolate routinely lasts until May.

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Saturday - 28th March, 2026
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The greeting debacle

That split-second of panic where one person goes in for a hug and the other extends a hand.

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Saturday - 21st March, 2026
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Arrive a little early

Give yourself a few extra minutes before you start work for time to sit in the sun, finish your coffee or people-watch before the day properly begins.

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Saturday - 14th March, 2026
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Meryl Streep’s house in

If we could conjure up our perfect kitchen, this would be it. Actually … we’d take any Nancy Meyers’ house, thanks.

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Saturday - 7th March, 2026
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Chips and butter

Hot chips, crunchy chips, anything salty and potato-based works.

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