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The Maine Mayfair, London W1: Sometimes, you just get a bad feeling restaurant review

The Maine, Mayfair: 'an olde-worlde feeling, sure, but with a strong synthetic aftertaste.' Photograph: Lizzie Mayson/The GuardianThe Maine, Mayfair: 'an olde-worlde feeling, sure, but with a strong synthetic aftertaste.' Photograph: Lizzie Mayson/The GuardianGrace Dent on restaurantsFoodReview‘It’s so faux-posh that Nicky Haslam has probably already added it to his things that are common list’ Some restaurants arrive on the scene all guns blazing with self-hype and wild promises. The Maine, newly opened in Mayfair, central London, describes itself as a “blend of old-world British elegance, New England extravagance and subterranean decadence”.

'It's Terrifying to Teenage Girls'

June 27 marked the 35th anniversary of Labyrinth, Jim Henson’s cult classic fantasy tale starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly. Goblins, fairies, Fireys, and other creatures came to life with the help of Brian Froud, turning the movie into a magical experience. But Bowie’s charismatic performance as the Goblin King Jareth is also unforgettable, and an inspiration to cosplayers everywhere. As fans look back, many remember the music, characters, famous quotes, and fantastic costumes that made Labyrinth stand out.

Film Review: The Hangover Part III

It’s debatable whether 'Part III' should even be considered a comedy. Five minutes into “The Hangover Part III,” a giraffe is gruesomely decapitated by a freeway overpass. While this unfortunate event is ultimately tangential to the film’s plot, it nonetheless marks its best shot at leaving a lasting legacy, with the phrase “beheading the giraffe” perhaps someday supplanting “jumping the shark” as the cliche of choice to mark a franchise’s official descent into pitiable pointlessness.

Frank Ocean Steps Out For The First Time In Months With Tyler, The Creator

Frank Ocean is a unicorn-like figure in the music world. When he appears, it's as magical as ever. The man has a way with his words, evoking all kinds of emotion through his art. However, he sporadically pops out, making his rare sighting all the more special. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images While the last twelve months have admittedly been rough for anybody, Frank Ocean has also had to deal with the loss of his younger brother, who was killed in a tragic car crash last summer.

Great British Bake Off 2021 contestants: Meet the 12 new bakers including a retired nurse and vegan

Meet this year’s Great British Bake Off contestants. Picture: Channel 4 By Heart @thisisheart The Great British Bake Off series 12 bakers have been revealed including a Met Police detective, student and retired nurse. It's that time of year again when we sit down with a cup of tea and a slice of cake to tuck into the Great British Bake Off. And a whole new batch of contestants have signed up to the 12th series of the show, hoping to impress returning judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.