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HEALTH & HABITAT
June/July 2013 www.esb.ie/em
CROSSWORD: Win shopping vouchers worth €200 and €100 with our crossword competition
Crossword 1
€100 to be won!
Across
1. Part of a pen. (3)
3. Fake, as money may be. (11)
8. Large sea-bird. (6)
9. Nomad. (8)
10. Type of male singer. (5)
11. Build. (5)
13. French capital. (5)
15. Mischievous creature. (7)
16. Painstaking. (7)
20. Occurrence. (5)
21. Precise. (5)
23. Traditional classroom fool. (5)
24. Drives backwards. (8)
25. Large box. (6)
26. Deal. (11)
27. Type of lettuce. (3)
Down
1. Sweetly-singing bird. (11)
2. Piece of paper money. (8)
3. Plain, easily understood. (5)
4. The Big Apple. (3,4)
5. Line of high ground or of high pressure. (5)
6. Merited. (6)
7. Pitch. (3)
12. Ping-pong. (5,6)
13. Reward for victory. (5)
14. Part of a mine. (5)
17. Frantic. (8)
18. Lodgment. (7)
19. Baltic Republic. (6)
22. Grows weary. (5)
23. Remove liquid. (5)
24. Decompose. (3)
Crossword 2
€200 to be won!
Across
1. Sick. (3)
3. Feeling of security. (5,2,4)
8. Braids of hair. (6)
9. Feisty. (8)
10. Regal. (5)
11. Blemishes. (5)
13. Ledge. (5)
15. Where babies or small plants are cared for. (7)
16. First name shared by Nelson and Hornblower. (7)
20. Remains of a fire. (5)
21. Bronze medal position. (5)
23. Have reservations; be unsure. (5)
24. Belgian location of a battle of 1815. (8)
25. Strong unpleasant smell.
(6)
26. Exotic performer. (5,6)
27. Sharp bite. (3)
Down
1. Cheeky. (11)
2. It includes February 29th. (4,4)
3. Part of a flower. (5)
4. Bank employee. (7)
5. Marketplace in Ancient Rome.
(5)
6. Resident surgeon. (6)
7. Performed. (3)
12. Bursary. (11)
13. Middle Eastern country. (5)
14. You use it to clean between your teeth. (5)
17 and 18. Imaginary personification of the Earth’s natural satellite. (3,3,2,3,4)
19. Make whiskey. (6)
22. The Oak Leaf County. (5)
23. Put off. (5)
24. Structure made by a spider. (5)
Summer Succulence
BALSAMIC HONEY STEAK
Serves 4
4 fillet or sirloin steaks
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper
90ml balsamic vinegar
90ml honey
1 Rub the steaks with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a frying pan to a high heat and cook the steaks for two minutes per side.
2 Stir in the vinegar, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until it has reduced by half.
3 Reduce the heat to low and stir in the honey. Cook for another minute.
4 Remove the meat from the pan and allow it to rest for 2-3 minutes. Serve warm with the glaze poured over the top.
Fat 23.3g Sat. Fat 7.4g Carbs 26.6g Energy 658kcal Protein 81.2g Sodium 0.18g Sugar 26.3g Fibre 0g
RHUBARB AND CUSTARD TRIFLES
Makes 8
2 tbsp butter, softened
200g sugar
1 egg
250ml buttermilk
Zest and juice from 1 orange
250g flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
½ tsp salt
200g rhubarb, chopped
400g custard
1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4 and grease and line a 23cm square cake tin. Cream the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, buttermilk and orange zest until combined.
2 Sift the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and the salt into a separate bowl. Gradually beat into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in the rhubarb.
3 Bake for 35-40 minutes until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Leave to cool completely, then cut into cubes.
4 Stir together the orange juice and custard until combined.
5 Layer pieces of the rhubarb sponge with the orange custard in individual serving glasses. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Per Serving 368kcals, 9.9g fat (3.4g saturated), 62.3g carbs, 32.7g sugars, 8g protein, 2.1g fibre, 0.41g sodium
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COMPETITIONS: Great prizes up for grabs below
WIN A MIDWEEK BREAK AT SHERATON ATHLONE HOTEL
This summer why not take a trip to Ireland's Lakelands and stay at the superior four-star Sheraton Athlone Hotel.
Sheraton Athlone Hotel has a range of superb summer leisure breaks for both midweek and weekend getaways. In every summer package at Sheraton Athlone Hotel guests can choose from a free Lakeland activity. Choose from a Viking boat trip, entry to Clonmacnoise, entry to Belvedere House and Gardens or Lough Boora Parklands, and many more.
Throughout this summer Sheraton Adventure Club is also available for our young VIPs staying at the hotel, while mum and dad enjoy some quiet time!
For further information contact the team on 090 645 1000 or email reservations@sheratonathlonehotel.com.
To enter the draw to win two nights’ bed and breakfast and dinner on one night at the Sheraton Athlone Hotel just answer the following question and follow the guidelines listed below.
How many stars does the Sheraton Athlone Hotel have?
a) 2
b) 3
c) 4
WIN TICKETS TO SINATRA - THE VOICE OF THE CENTURY AT THE NATIONAL CONCERT HALL
On Sunday September 29th, take a musical journey through Frank Sinatra's life performed by the sensational Chris Dean Big Band Orchestra and Singers.
This wonderful and memorable show will transport you on a whirlwind tour of Sinatra's early years -from 1939 with Harry James until his last five concerts in 1995. This musical journey through his life will feature some of the best-loved Sinatra arrangements.
The musical director is Chris Dean, who during a distinguished career has played with many of the greats in music, including Sinatra himself, Nelson Riddle, Quincy Jones, Tony Bennett and Harry ConnickJr.
To enter the draw to win one of three pairs of tickets for the show, just answer the following question and follow the guidelines listed below. Courtesy of Robert Nolan Promotions.
What was Frank Sinatra affectionately known as?
a) Ol’ blue eyes
b) The king of pop
c) The lizard king
WIN TICKETS TO GLENN MILLER - GREATEST HITS AT THE NATIONAL CONCERT HALL
Take a trip down memory lane with Glenn Miller's greatest hits, performed by the fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra on Sunday September 29th.
“Everything Glenn Miller played lives on,” says Chris Dean (musical director) of the Syd Lawrence Orchestra (recently voted ‘Best Big Band in the Land’ for the 12th consecutive year by Big Band International.
This is a perfect show for all big band aficionados. The reason for the staying power of Glenn's musical heritage lies with the unique arrangements coupled with the mesmerising Miller sax sound that captivated the fans in the ‘40s and still captivates the new fans today.
To enter the draw to win one of three pairs tickets for the show, just answer the following question and follow the guidelines listed below. Courtesy of Robert Nolan Promotions.
Glenn Miller Greatest Hits takes place at what venue this September?
a) The Helix
b)The Olympia
c) The National Concert Hall
HOW TO ENTER COMPETITIONS IN EM
The closing date for all competitions is July 17th. Competitions, exceptwhere specified, are open to all readers. There are two ways to enter competitions in EM.
1 SMS from your mobile phone
Each competition has a number associated with it. You can use this number to enter the competitions via SMS from your mobile phone.
To enter the competition simply texttherelevantnumber,
followed by your answer, and your name to 087 923 9210.
For example, if your name is John Smith and you wish to enter competition 1, then text one of the following, depending on your; :tion:
EMCOMP1 A John Smith
EMCOMP1 B John Smith
EMCOMP1C John Smith
Important You must use the above format, and must ensure that there is a space between the number and your answer, and between your answer and your name. Entries not matching the above format will not be recognised. You will still be charged for the me ss are charged at the standard rate and winners will be selected at random.
Should you be chosen as the winner of the competition, you will receive a phone call to the mobile phone you used to send your entry. Please note that received texts will not have an auto response but you will be included in the draw. Numbers for each competition:
EMCOMP1
HOTEL BREAK - SHERATON ATHLONE
EMCOMP2
TICKETS - FRANK SINATRA
EMCOMP3
TICKETS-GLENN MILLER
2. Mailing your entry
Send your answer along with your name and address, clearly indicating which competition you are entering by using the above numbers on the envelope to EM, ESB Corporate Communications,27 Lr. Fitzwilliam St., Dublin 2
Last issue's competition winners
EM COMPETITION 1 Caroline Kinsella, Denis O'Mahoney, John Wallace, Ann Murphy, John Slattery. Each of the five winners receives a copy of The Easy Food Home-Cook Hero.
EM COMPETITION 2 Eugene O'Keeffe. Eugene receives two nights’ B&B with one evening meal at the four-star Harlequin Hotel in Castlebar.
EM COMPETITION 3 Noel Fitzpatrick. Noel receives a one-night stay with breakfast at the Academy Plaza Hotel in Dublin.
CROSSWORDS €200 SHOPPING VOUCHER - Margaret King, Eamon Barry and L. Cross.
CROSSWORDS €85 SHOPPING VOUCHER - Joan O'Brien, Kay Nolan and B. O'Connell.
Last issues crossword solutions
Crossword 1 Across 1. Aft 3. Fair-weather friend 9. Acid drop 10. Ranch 11. Riled 13. Music 15. Theatre 16. Rhubarb 20. Saner 21. Eland 23. Sauna 24. Reassure 25. Menace 26. Grasshopper 27. Eat Down 1. Affirmative 2. Triangle 3. Finch 4. Realist 5. Adder 6. Hurtle 7. Rap 12. Double agent 13. Mares 14. Cahir 17. Accurate 18. Antwerp 19. Banana 22. Doses 23. Sheer 24. Rag
Crossword 2 Across 1. Lap 3. Cornerstone 8. Bantam 9. Pristine 10. Rural 11. Lance 13. Punch 15. Bracken 16. Breathe 20. Tasty 21. Llama 23. Corgi 24. Duckling 25. Warren 26. Screwdriver 27. Pal Down 1. Liberty Bell 2. Panorama 3. Crawl 4. Neptune 5. Sisal 6. Onions 7. Eke 12. Exceptional 13. Pleat 14. Hurry 17. Teardrop 18. Assegai 19. Dancer 22. Allow 23. Chair 24. Des
