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Idioms from around the world that have us scratching our heads. This issue, it’s a French expression.
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Phrase: Les carottes sont cuites Literally: The carrots are cooked Meaning: There’s little hope left Origin: This vegetable expression supposedly dates back to the 17th century, when the poorest parts of the population could only cook carrots owing to their low cost. It was also used as code on the radio during the Second World War to announce military operations on occupied territories.
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BUSINESS TRAVELLER has teamed up with Premier Inn (
premierinn.com) to offer one lucky reader and guest a two- night stay with breakfast at a UK Premier Inn of their choice that offers Premier Plus rooms. For the full terms and conditions and to enter, visit
businesstraveller.com/competitions
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TAKE IT SLOW
THE GREEK ISLAND OF ANTIPAROS in the Cyclades will welcome the Rooster on June 1, a boutique hotel that espouses “slow living”. Located on Livadia Beach, it
comprises 17 houses, each with private gardens, freshwater pools, outdoor showers, and terraces or sundecks. Te interiors feature materials such as wood, marble and cotton. Te restaurant has a farm-to-
fork philosophy, serving fruit and vegetables from the on-site farm and sourcing other products locally. Guests can also pick ingredients and partake in an outdoor cooking class. Plus, there’s a spa and complimentary yoga and meditation experiences.
theroosterantiparos.com
Picnic ready
A TWO-NIGHT PREMIER INN STAY IN A NEW PREMIER PLUS ROOM
WITH WARM DAYS UPON US and outdoor gatherings remaining the preferred choice for many, make your picnic a stylish one with Heating and Plumbing’s check-pattern pure wool blanket. The British accessories company has planned for the UK’s unpredictable weather, incorporating a waterproof backing into the blanket, which rolls up into a compact bundle with a carry handle for hooking on to your backpack or bike. It comes in a variety of colours – from shades of blue to this multihued number – and measures 183cm x 145cm, large enough to fit several adults. £155;
selfridges.com
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