2013-05-18T16:58:05-04:00 Kate McAuley http://www.mydaily.co.uk/author/index.php?author=kate-mcauley Copyright 2008, HuffingtonPost.com, Inc. HuffingtonPost Blogger Feed for Kate McAuley Good old fashioned elbow grease. tag:www.huffingtonpost.com,2012:/theblog// 2013-05-11T08:26:50-04:00 2013-05-11T08:35:27-04:00

Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Megan Fox

What? The actress was spotted sporting a fierce look of concentration and a safety helmet while shooting the latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film in New York yesterday.



Where? New York, 10 May

Verdict? It's great to see Megan back in action. Apart from making us feel like stockings are a good thing, the actress has been keeping a low profile since the birth of her son Noah late last year. We look forward to seeing more of her.

And now for more of our favourite brunettes.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Kesha

What? The singer was spotted on the set of her new music video shoot for the song 'Crazy Kids' in LA yesterday in a pink corset, tartan shirt, embellished hoody, gold bamboo-rimmed glasses, chunky jewellery, cut-off shorts, stockings and suspenders, and white platform trainers.



Where? LA, 10 May



Verdict? Yikes. That is all.

Like the OTT? Check out these other popsters.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Rita Ora

What? The singer, who seems to be flitting between continents this week, was spotted in London last night in a 60s print collarless coat and cat-eye sunglasses. Over-the-knee white cowboy boots and a red Chanel box clutch complete her look.



Where? London, 10 May



Verdict? We love this look on Rita. True, on paper it shouldn't work and not everyone can pull off those Pretty Woman-esque boots, but on her it seems to work a treat.

PS. Is that lipstick on her chin? Maybe she's been kissing Cara again...




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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Elle Fanning

What? Dakota's little sister was spotted on the set of her new film Low Down in a pair of baggy trousers and loose fitting red t-shirt.



Where? LA, 10 May

Verdict? Elle, a MyDaily favourite, is so quirky she (or her character) can pull any look off. Agreed? Bring on the film.

And now for more of our favourite blondes.



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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

What? The parents-to-be were spotted in matching black outfits while out house hunting in LA yesterday.



Where? Beverly Hills, 10 May

Verdict? With the amount of publicity these two attract, we pity their new neighbours. And what's with Kanye's wet-look shirt and trousers? Erm, no.



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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Tulisa

What? The singer gave her midriff a break last night in a black dress and oversized black and white biker jacket. Bare legs, an art deco clutch, geometric earrings and toe-peeper heels completed her look.



Where? London, 10 May

Verdict? If Joan Collins in Dynasty channeled The Great Gatsby, she'd come up with the same look. Fact.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Victoria Beckham

What? Victoria was spotted in New York's Meatpacking district yesterday in a pretty skater skirt and matching top. Cream heels and aviator sunglasses completed her look.



Where? New York, 10 May

Verdict? Chic, sophisticated, sombre. You know, the usual.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/

Do you mind if we talk about assumptions for a minute? We're all guilty of looking at a person and making snap decisions - stereotypical or not. Usually, I try to be self aware enough to know what people might think of me, but there's always one that surprises me.

The MrMr's family have always considered me somewhat undomesticated - the word 'barbarian' was once used by the English Grandmother, I kid you not. I'm not sure whether it's because of the simple fact that I'm Australian or because I spend most of my life living out of suitcases and/or thinking about the next big international move - either way, whenever they witness me doing even the most basic thing Chez Moi, it's always met with incredulity. I know that they value me in other ways, so it's not all doom and gloom, but on this front I've tried the debunk and nothing sticks. Instead, I've decided to work it in my favour.

I woke up early last Sunday morning. La Mother-in-Law Francaise was staying over, so instead of whipping on the telly for some sit-com catch-ups, I hit the kitchen. The guys over at Lakeland had sent me a set of Mermaid crumpet rings to try out and I'd made a batch already and couldn't believe how easy - and healthy - they were. All you need is the right ingredients, a few kitchen essentials, a little time and WHAMMO! Not only does your tummy get filled, your home-cred rockets too. Score (for now).




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Ingredients

250g strong white flour, sieved
7g dried active yeast
½ tspn salt
1 tspn castor sugar
½ tspn bicarbonate of soda
100ml water
275ml milk
Butter, for greasing and eating

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes per batch of four

Makes approximately 16 crumpets

Equipment
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Scales
Crumpet rings

Instructions

1. Heat the water and milk until lukewarm.


2. In a large mixing bowl, sieve the flour and add the yeast, castor sugar, bicarb soda and salt.


3. Mix in the milk and water with a whisk until a batter is formed.


4. Cover with a damp tea towel and place somewhere warm for an hour. The mixture should have risen and be full of lots of bubbles.


5. Grease the inside of the crumpet rings with the butter and heat your non-stick frying pan. Add a little oil to the pan.


6. Place the crumpet rings into the frying pan and fill them just under half way with the batter (approximately two tablespoons).


7. Cook on a medium-to-low heat for ten minutes, until the surface has bubbled, formed holes and dried out.


8. Using a pair of tongs, remove the rings once the crumpets have shrunk away from the sides - be careful, they're really hot.


9. Flip the crumpets so the tops can brown.


10. Serve however you like them or save for the toaster later.

* original recipe via Mermaid, revised by Kate after testing.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Jessica Alba

What? The actress and style superstar was spotted in Seoul yesterday in an embellished blue jumper that would've made Kylie Minogue's Charlene (Neighbours) squeal with glee.



Where? Seoul, 3 May

Verdict? Batwing sleeves, metallic thread, geometric pattern and sequins - only Jessica Alba can pull this look off. Do not try this at home.



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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Carey Mulligan

What? The actress - who's currently doing her all for The Great Gatbsy - appeared on US talk show Late Night With Jimmy Fallon last night dressed head to toe in black.



Where? New York, 3 May

Verdict? Carey looks chic and sophisticated if not a little plain. Perhaps she got tired of wearing all those beads and feathers while playing Daisy Buchanan in the film?

Are you a fan of Gatsby style?



And here's more Carey.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Kim and Khloe Kardashian

What? Kim and Khloe were spotted at LAX yesterday wearing white and black respectively. The outfits are almost identical apart from the hue, so we're coining this yin-yang style. You heard it here first.

To begin, here's Kim in all her baby-bump-glowing beauty.



And now for Khloe...



Where? LA, 3 May

Verdict? Strong, smart and stylish. You know, the usual.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Alexandra Burke

What? The singer was spotted in a white mini skirt and matching crop top while making her way to London's Playboy Club last night. Nude pumps, long loose curls and gold jewellery completed her look.



Where? London, 3 May

Verdict? If you've got it, flaunt it, right?

And now for some more celebrity hair inspiration...

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Gisele Bundchen

What? The supermodel was spotted out and about in New York yesterday carrying daughter Vivian looking as gorgeous as ever in a black leather jacket and skinny jeans.



Where? 3 May



Verdict? Announced as the next H&M muse one day, hitting the streets in style with babe in arms the next - what a woman.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Rita Ora

What? Rita was all about leather for her trip Stateside yesterday. The singers was spotted at LAX in red leather trousers, black leather jacket and carry-all. But wait, there's more.

Matchy-matchy nails, lips and headphones? Check.



Matchy-matchy notebook (above) and shoe (below)s? Check.



Where? LA, 3 May

Verdict? Rita has nailed i'm-a-celebrity-look-at-me-don't-look-at-me style in this outfit. And what about all those quirky match-ups? A new trend, perchance? You be the judge.

See who else, like Rita, is a fan of leather in our gallery below.

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Kate McAuley http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-mcauley/ Who? Coco Rocha

What? Goodness only knows why the Canadian beauty was spotted at the Barnstable-Brown Derby gala in Kentucky yesterday. Anyway, moving on. Coco walked the red carpet in a purple and cream floral frock and black pumps.



Where? Kentucky, 3 May



Verdict? Forget blue and green, we think purple and red should never be seen in proximity to one another. Not that the colour clash is Coco's fault. It's a pretty dress on a very pretty girl, though we do wish she's done something different with her hair, agreed?

Want more supermodels? Your wish is our command...

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