Do you ever wonder why your own homemade coffee doesn’t taste quite as good, though everyone loves a freshly brewed cup of coffee at your local coffee shop. If you read on, you can learn how to make cafe style coffee right in the comfort of your own home, well this is a problem that many people face but.
When you only want to have one cup of coffee, try using a single cup machine. It will let you make just one cup of coffee, of any kind that you want. You can choose from a variety of makers with many different features.
It is common to store coffee either in the fridge or freezer however, this means ensuring that your coffee container is airtight. If the container is not sufficiently airtight, the odors from the fridge will be absorbed into the coffee. If coffee is stored a long time in the wrong container, moisture can also get in.
There are several options that you can use to limit the sugar in your coffee. If you are worried about your blood glucose levels, consider using agave nectar. Also, you can use sweeteners that are sugar free to put in your coffee.
You do not need to tip the barista at a coffee shop the same percentage as you do a waitress or a hairdresser. Your hairdresser has to understand precisely what you want and then do it, and a waitress has multiple tables to keep up with exactly everyone’s order. Your barista mixes up one cup at a time, so do not feel guilty for tipping him or her less. Still, do throw a few coins in the tip jar frequently.
Good water is just as important as quality coffee when it comes to brewing a great cup. If the water you are using is not very tasty, you cannot expect to end up with a quality cup of Joes. The best coffee is made with spring water or tap water that has been run through a filter.
When you are storing coffee, try not to store it in containers that are made out of glass. They are not, and a lot of air will be able to reach the coffee,. That’s while there may seem to be airtight, the reality. This will negatively affect the taste.
Do you find it hard to brew a rich cup of coffee, like what you can get at a coffee shop? It might just be that you need to add more coffee. Up to two tablespoons per glass of water can be used to brew your coffee. Experiment with water to coffee ratios to find the perfect balance.
Be sure to regularly clean out your coffee maker or pot. If you wait too long between cleanings, your coffee is more likely to have a foul taste and you may even find coffee grinds in it. A good rule of thumb is to clean it out at least once a week.
Coffee starts to lose flavor about six hours after it is initially roasted. This is why you should do everything you can to keep your coffee from getting a lot of air. When you store your coffee, use an airtight container so you can keep the quality of each cup at a high level.
Don’t just pour coffee over ice cubes if you want iced coffee. This will make your drink watery. Instead, place the coffee on a frozen sheet of ice in the freezer. Then, when they are frozen, simply take them out and allow them to melt.
Eliminate the expense of coffee shop lattes by making your own at home. With practice you can even teach yourself to create the fancy designs produced by the baristas at your favorite local coffee shop. All you need to perfect your design is practice and patience. Pour the milk into the cup slowly and finish with melted chocolate.
Making your own coffee doesn’t always turn out as well as it does when you order from a coffee shop, as was mentioned earlier in the article. You are well on your way to creating wonderful tasting coffee time and time again if you implement the tips and tricks given in this article.
WOKEN up in a world of pain after a right royal knees-up?
This week I got an email from a Sun Saver asking if I had money-saving hangover tips, as they always end up spending a lot when they are feeling rough after a night out.
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I find a little tough love works best. Drag yourself out of bed and go for a brisk walk, armed with a giant bottle of water. The fresh air, plus staying hydrated, will curb the headache . . . and best of all, it is FREE.
Here, my panel of parents, experts and money-saving gurus reveal their top tips, without splurging on costly hangover remedies . . .
LEIGH TAOR-YUNUSOVA, Superdrug’s pharmacist, says prevention is better than cure.She says: “Be cautious of anything that’s advertised as being able to cure your hangover! There is no magic ‘cure’ – don’t waste your money! Watch your alcohol intake, stick to one type of drink and stay hydrated throughout your big night out. Ask for tap water at the bar which is free, and make sure you drink plenty so you don’t feel like a slug in a saltmine for the morning after.
JOSIE GRIFFITHS, features writer for Fabulous and part-time party girl, says it is all about crisps and cola the next day.She says: “Crisps and full-fat cola are an absolute lifesaver.It’s only 70p for a packet of Walkers and 80p for a can of Coke — but it has to be the red can. I swear by it, especially if you’re a bit queasy. It’s the perfect mix of salt, sugar and caffeine to help you feel human again.”
CATHY RANSON, a mother of one and and editorial director at Channel Mum, recommends planning a lazy day the morning after — totally free. She says:“Looking after kids with a hangover is enough to knock the crown off even the most patient mum and dad.“But there are some simple tricks such as laying on the floor on your tummy and turning your back into a racetrack.The kids can push cars over your back — you’ll get a nice massage and can rest your weary eyes while the kids have fun. Or get them to drag their duvets down and put on their favourite movie. Just don’t snore too loudly or they’ll get mad with you!”
ANGELACHALMERS, Boots UK pharmacist, advises paracetamol — and staying away from darker drinks.She says: “For a quick fix, paracetamol — which you can get for as little as 49p at Boots — is gentle on the stomach and quickly absorbed to help headache, body ache and temperature symptoms. “A combination B complex, vitamin C & zinc supplement may also help boost your energy levels. Avoid darker alcoholic drinks.”
MARYSEGODDEN, Sun Savers bargain hunter of Catford, South London, says it’s all about the carbs.She says: “Get cooking. Bacon sarnies, stodgy cakes — anything with carbs to cure the hangover is a good idea.Do a food shop before you go out so it’s all in your cupboard ready for the morning after, rather than forking out for a greasy fry-up the next day.”
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TONY HANDLEY from Studley, Warks, says: “When you have a finished washing-up liquid bottle, don’t bin it.
“Put a little water in it to use up the remaining liquid left in the bottom.”
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The Sun Superdays
THE SUN Superdays is back. This time with two FREE tickets to the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, worth up to £120.
With more than 55 rides, live shows and attractions set over 150 acres of parkland, plus two LEGO-themed hotels on site, it is a family destination not to be missed.
Plus, new this year, celebrate the Year of the Brick by visiting our five new attractions – Miniland USA, the LEGO Reef, Miniland Explore the World, LEGO Ninjago bedrooms and a new 4D
movie exclusive to LEGOLAND, LEGO® NINJAGO® – Master of the 4th Dimension.
To claim your two FREE tickets, just collect NINE Sun Savers codes printed daily inside the paper until Tuesday, June 5.
With Sun Savers you will be able to pick your date as well as gain access to peak summer availability.
Or collect ten of the 18 tokens we will print in the paper and claim by post using the booking form printed yesterday or online – but remember, only Sun Savers members get peak summer availability and a choice of dates.
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Search “Sun Savers” in the App Store or you can register at sunsavers.co.uk.
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There are 227 parks across the UK and Europe to choose from – including in France, Spain, Italy, Holland and Austria.
Our holidays are also unbeatable on price. We will refund the difference, PLUS £10, if you find a cheaper deal within 28 days of making a booking. See thesun.co.uk/holidays for full T&Cs.
Plus, book a midweek break and get a fourth night FREE. Just collect FIVE Sun Savers codes, from those printed daily until Tuesday. Or collect FIVE printed tokens or codewords. Token 9, left.
With Sun Savers, you can pay using money in your Sun Savers wallet. Collecting codes? Opt in to the Hols from £15 promo in the “Offers” section of Sun Savers, then enter five codes via the app or sunsavers.co.uk. See page 36 for today’s code. Collecting printed tokens/codewords? Head to thesun.co.uk/holidays or use the booking form online.
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DID your invite to today’s Royal Wedding get lost in the post?
Fear not, as Sun Savers is offering you two free tickets to Windsor to see all the action . . . at Legoland Windsor Resort, that is!
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Starting today, you can grab two FREE tickets to the theme park, worth up to £120.
And with Sun Savers, you can get peak summer availability and your choice of dates. See today’s four-page pullout for more.
You can even catch the happy couple’s nuptials in Lego form, as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been built alongside the Royal Family.
Here is how to enjoy a royal day out at Legoland Windsor Resort.
Grab some posh nosh. Prince Harry proposed over a chicken dinner, so what better place to feed your appetite than at Farmer Joe’s Chicken Company? You can get freshly prepared breaded chicken, wraps and burgers. It is in Duplo Valley, where the rides are ideal for the youngest guests, up to three years old.
Hit the rides. The royals can be quite the jet-setters, travelling the world on official duties. You too can hit dizzying heights on the Sky Rider. You will be treated to fantastic views of Miniland on this popular aerial track, perfect for kids aged three to five.
Take a selfie. You can’t have a royal day out without getting a selfie with the happy couple. Head to the Royal Wedding display and immerse yourself in the crowd. You will be amazed by the 40MILLION Lego bricks used in the construction.
Mimic the royals. Stick around in Miniland to practise that royal wave. You have plenty of iconic landmarks from Europe and the US to glide past as you do. Channel your inner Duchess of Cambridge by the Millennium Bridge or strike a pose like Meghan next to the Empire State Building. Be sure to encourage the children to point out landmarks they might recognise, such as Trafalgar Square.
Live like a king (or queen). Stay in the Legoland Castle Hotel, where little ones can be transformed into a princess, wizard or knight by completing the Treasure Hunt in each room. You can save a princely sum because your second day in the Castle Hotel is free on all breaks.
Next in line . . . If you have more than one child with you, parents and guardians can take turns on the rides with children. The “parent swap pass” lets a parent ride with one child while the other waits.
Then they can swap over without having to queue a second time.
ALL prices on this page were correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers are subject to availability.
Reader saving tip
BRIAN HADFIELD, of Manchester, says: “To keep carrots fresh and crunchy, put them in a container, cover with water and pop them in the fridge. They will last ages.”
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To get you on your way, join today and we will put a bonus £1 in your Sun Savers wallet tomorrow. And the good news doesn’t stop with free cash.
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‘Amazing staff gave us the royal treatment’
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Kathleen Crawford and her two sons experienced VIP service when they visited Legoland Windsor[/caption]
KATHLEEN CRAWFORD, 36, a full-time carer from Birmingham, could not believe it when LEGOLAND staff gave her children, Tom, eight, and Lexi, seven, special treatment. Kathleen, pictured with the children, says:
LEGOLAND was fantastic. Both my children have learning difficulties, so when the staff noticed Lexi was getting upset in the queue, they fast-tracked us to the front. We were even given a ten-ride “queue jump” so Tom and Lexi didn’t get frustrated. We felt like royalty.
I panic on family days out because the kids struggle with noise and crowds and can get really upset.
But at LEGOLAND I didn’t have to worry. Everyone was so helpful and for the first time in a while, we got to enjoy a lovely, stress-free family day out.
The water rides were a big hit but Tom especially liked The Dragon. It’s a mini-rollercoaster and he was in love with it.
I love Sun Superdays because they save us so much money. To take both kids on a day out I’d have to spend more than £100.
But thanks to the Sun Superdays, I can afford these amazing days out. Tom is LEGO-mad and can’t wait to go again.
He loves the Star Wars films and really wants to see the new Star Wars LEGO attraction. We’ll definitely be collecting the next set of codes.
‘Enjoy family days out at a fraction on the price’
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SHOP owners Yee and Chris Chan, 40, from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, were shocked when LEGOLAND revealed what thrillseekers their children, Ewelyn, six, and Roxanne, four, are. Yee, 31, says:
We all loved LEGOLAND but it was a real hit with the kids. It was a great family day out. I was surprised at what little thrillseekers our two girls have become.
They loved all the rollercoasters and couldn’t get enough of thrilling rides like The Dragon. They’re growing up to be real adventurers.
They still talk about our trip all the time. I love to see them happy and it was such a hit. They’re already asking to go again, so I can’t wait to start collecting the tokens.
Sun Superdays makes the day so affordable. We always try to collect the Sun Savers codes.
It’s such a great way to save up and there are trips for all ages, so as the girls grow, we can keep having fun family days out that are age-appropriate.
I don’t think the girls are going to forget about LEGOLAND any time soon. It was definitely No1 for them of all the Superdays we’ve enjoyed.
I love making my girls happy and thanks to The Sun, we can enjoy family days out at a fraction of the price.
Celebrate World Cup with new TV and party
THE countdown to the World Cup has officially begun and there are just 25 days left.
Could this be the year England go all the way?
Or will it end in tears once again?
Either way, this summer’s tournament is going to be one to remember, and what better way to enjoy it than by throwing your own World Cup party – courtesy of The Sun!
Starting next week you will be able to enter our latest Sun Savers competition, for a chance to win a FIFA-themed bash, on us.
You’ll win a new LG 43in Ultra HD 4k Smart TV plus £100 worth of food and drink vouchers.
There are 50 of these prizes to give away, so don’t miss out.
Entering is easy. From next Saturday, collect and enter FIVE Sun Savers codes from the eight printed daily into the Sun Savers app or website. Then click “Enter” on the World Cup competition.
Pick up the paper next Saturday for more details on how to get involved.
JUST when you thought Royal Wedding fever had reached its peak, Marks and Spencer jumped on the celebration bandwagon.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably aware Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s big day is taking place this weekend, with millions of people set to be watching.
Marks & Spencer Celebrates The Royal Wedding By Becoming ‘Markle & Sparkle’
To celebrate the upcoming royal nuptials (and cash-in) Marks & Spencer announced that it will now change its name to Markle & Sparkle for one weekend.
The Windsor branch of M&S is a focus of the re-brand, and the bride and groom are expected to pass the store following their wedding ceremony at St George’s Chapel on Saturday.
The store is featuring a sparkly Markle & Sparkle fascia, with windows decked out in the colours of the Union flag.
But other shops including the ones in Kensington & Chelsea, Reading, Swindon and Sutton Coldfield will also feature specially designed Markle & Sparkle windows and decor.
M&S released limited-edition packs of sweets to celebrate
Shoppers will also be able to take advantage of in-store Markle & Sparkle selfie booths and send messages via its social channels, all of which will be made into a virtual wedding album and sent to Kensington Palace.
Sharry Cramond, from M&S said: “As a retailer, we’ve celebrated 34 royal weddings over our 134-year history, but this is the boldest idea we’ve delivered yet.
“We wanted to spark a smile from Harry and Meghan on their big day and capture the excitement and celebratory mood of the nation on receiving a real-life Hollywood princess into our royal family.”
Where can I find a Markle & Sparkle store ?
HERE's a list of M&S stores that will become Markle & Sparkle shops this weekend
M&S is changing its name to Markle & Sparkle to celebrate the Royal Wedding
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This is the wedding cake Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are having
But there are also plenty of good deals around if you’re getting into the festive spirit. Here’s our round up so you can party like a prince on a pauper’s budget.
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IT’S set to be one of the biggest events of the year – but you do not need to be royally minted to celebrate the Royal Wedding.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will say their vows in Windsor Castle’s St George’s Chapel on Saturday.
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Here’s how to have a house party fit for a prince on a pauper’s budget . . .
NIBBLES: Rather than do a sit-down meal, leave nibbles for guests to pick at when peckish — after all, the focus will be on TV. Iceland has a great selection of frozen party food that fits the bill, from £1.
ROYAL PRICE: £286,000
PAUPER PRICE: From £1
CAKE: Harry and Meghan have chosen a lemon and elderflower cake to “incorporate the bright flavours of spring”, covered with buttercream and fresh flowers.
The bride-to-be will be saying her vows in Windsor CastleHandout
Why not make your own lemon and elderflower cupcakes? There are plenty of recipes online. Or Morrisons is selling a lemon and elderflower cake for a bargain £7.
ROYAL PRICE: £50,000
PAUPER PRICE: £7
DECORATIONS: Poundland has you sorted for royal wedding decs, with a whole new range of goodies. The store has bunting, flags and spoons with the couple’s faces on — not to mention lifesize Harry and Meghan masks.
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All for £1. Or you can pick up your FREE Union Jack flag in the paper this Friday.
ROYAL PRICE: £130,000
PAUPER PRICE: From £1
DRINKS: Don’t splash out on big brands for your Royal Wedding booze run — pick up copycat labels at discount supermarkets instead.
Aldi sells a budget version of Pimm’s, called Austin, for £5.99. Lidl also has a fantastic range of gins at bargain prices, such as its £15.99 Hortus Citrus Garden Gin.
ROYAL PRICE: £193,000
PAUPER PRICE: From £5.99
OUTFITS: Work Meghan’s all-American style in a stylish black shift dress — I’ve spotted plenty of similar designs in my charity shop.
Blokes can copy Prince Harry’s style in a button-down shirt and jeans.
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Elizabeth Smith from Waltham Cross, Herts, says: “A cupful of vinegar poured into the dishwasher or washing machine will keep them clean. As a kettle de-scaler, mix with equal parts of water, bring to the boil, leave overnight and rinse.”
Send tips to sunsavers.co.uk/tips and you’ll get 28 codes worth £5 if yours is used. Include your name and town.
Hols from £15 are BACK!
Collect FIVE Sun Savers codes from The Sun between Saturday, May 12 and Tuesday, May 22.
The last date to join in Friday, May 18, and you’d need to collect FIVE consecutively. ENTER YOUR CODES HERE
Short Ts & Cs: Price per person based on four sharing. Subject to availability. Code/token collect. Terms and conditions and date restrictions apply.
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MAKE a sparkly sweet treat with The Unicorn Cookbook from The Works. Use code BB4BM at the checkout and get it for £3.20 – was £10.99.
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YOU can get FREE cash with super Sun Savers just for buying your favourite paper.
Our brilliant new rewards club will pay back our most loyal readers.
Just pick up the paper each day to collect your Sun Savers codes and we will GIVE YOU £5 when you have collected 28.
This isn’t a one-off and there is no limit to how much cash you can save.
For every 28 codes you enter, we will give you a fiver. So over the course of a year, that could add up to £65.
We are keeping it super-simple. You don’t have to enter codes from consecutive days, so don’t worry if you forget a day or two.
LOOKING for fashion bargains has just got a lot easier.
Stylist Hester Grainger, 40, of Reading, is a self-confessed deal hunter.
We help you shop for fashion bargains
She set up Mummy Saving Shopper on Instagram, posting glossy snaps of all her discounted high street goodies.
Hester who has two children, India, eight, and Hudson, six, says: “For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved clothes. That was the reason I got a Saturday job in a DIY store.
“I got to spend my hard-earned pay packet in Primark, way before it became cool.
“So began a lifelong love of bargain hunting.”
Hester is a life-long bargain hunter
Below are her top tips for saving on shopping.
Sharing is caring. Sign up to newsletters of your favourite stores and you will often be sent a voucher code just for sharing your email address. Skinnydip, for example, offers ten per cent off your first order when you sign up for its newsletter. SAVE: 10 per cent
Become a VIP. Asos has Asos A-List, where you save points each time you shop. For every £1 spent, you receive five points — and 500 points (£100 spent) gives you a £5 voucher. H&M Club works in a similar way. You also get discount codes through the year and unlimited free delivery. SAVE: £5
Recycle, recycle, recycle. Take a small bag of unwanted clothes of any brand to H&M and get a £5 off voucher when you spend a certain amount in store. TM Lewin also offers a shirt swap. Take old shirts to its stores and get £10 off when you buy four or more shirts, or £5 off single shirts. SAVE: £5-10
Risky business. When shopping online, add clothes to your basket then wait a day or two before you order. Often, you will receive an email reminder that you have not checked out and be given a voucher code to tempt you.
I have been offered free P&P from ceramics company Emma Bridgewater this way. SAVE: £5
Don’t be loyal. If you see something you love in a shop or online, check out Asos as it stocks many brands — and they may be on sale.
The same goes for stores such as John Lewis, House of Fraser, Debenhams and even Selfridges. They often sell branded items cheaper than elsewhere. SAVE: Varies
Reader’s saving tip
JANETTE ARNOLD, of Watford, says: “Have you got new leather sandals and found they are a bit tight?
To sort the problem out cheaply and quickly, dab a drop of castor oil on the inside and let them dry.”
Send your tips to sunsavers.co.uk/tips and you will get 28 codes worth £5 if yours is used. Please include your name and town.
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Hols from £15 are BACK!
Collect FIVE Sun Savers codes from The Sun between Saturday, May 12 and Tuesday, May 22.
The last date to join in Friday, May 18, and you’d need to collect FIVE consecutively. ENTER YOUR CODES HERE
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Fancy a free fiver?
YOU can get FREE cash with super Sun Savers just for buying your favourite paper.
Our brilliant new rewards club will pay back our most loyal readers.
Just pick up the paper each day to collect your Sun Savers codes and we will GIVE YOU £5 when you have collected 28.
This isn’t a one-off and there is no limit to how much cash you can save.
For every 28 codes you enter, we will give you a fiver. So over the course of a year, that could add up to £65.
We are keeping it super-simple. You don’t have to enter codes from consecutive days, so don’t worry if you forget a day or two.
YOU can still get a great break with The Sun’s Hols from £15.
We have got holidays to enjoy at hundreds of fabulous parks in the UK and Europe, including France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Holland, Austria and Switzerland. Below, Sun Savers share top holiday tips to make sure you have a trip to remember.
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Joan Forrest, from Mexborough, South Yorkshire: “When your tube of sunscreen is done with the last squeeze, cut the top off and you will have at least two more days left inside.”
Darren Knighton, from Weston- Super-Mare, Somerset: “With increasing fuel prices, sign up to Petrolprices.com for free by registering your details and postcode.It will regularly send details of the cheapest fuel prices in your area, saving you time and money for your holiday journey.”
Jane Rowe, from Stockport, Gtr Manchester: “Search for coupons and deals for the area you are visiting first. There are often meal deals for cafes and attractions you don’t know exist.”
Fiona Armstrong, from Bournemouth: “Save the empty travel size bottles of shampoo and conditioner from hotels so you can refill at home to use on your next trip.”
James Spence, from Earby, Lancs: “Use a vacuum storage bag. You can take more clothes in your cabin luggage or suitcase so you don’t go over the weight limit at the airport.”
Sam Cockbill, from Wednesbury, West Midlands: “Put half of your clothes in your partner’s suitcase and half of your partner’s clothes in your case. If your suitcase gets lost, you still have clothes to wear and will save you paying for extra items when you get to your destination.”
Bargain breaks are back
HERE’S your chance to grab a great Hols from £15 break at an unbeatable price.
We’ll refund you the difference, plus £10, if you find it cheaper within 28 days of booking. See thesun.co.uk/holidays for full T&Cs. If you pick a midweek break, you will get a fourth night FREE.
Collect FIVE Sun Savers codes, found daily inside the paper, until May 22. You can also collect FIVE printed tokens or codewords. With Sun Savers, you can pay using money in your Sun Savers wallet.
Collecting Sun Savers codes? Opt in to the Hols from £15 promotion found in the “Offers” section of Sun Savers, then enter your five Sun Savers codes via the app or sunsavers.co.uk. See page 24 for today’s code.
If you are collecting printed tokens/codewords, then go to thesun.co.uk/holidays or use the booking form online.
Price per person based on four sharing. Subject to availability. Code/token collect. T&Cs and date restrictions apply.
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This sheet mask costs £20Handout
INSTEAD of moisturising with the 111SKIN rose gold sheet mask, above, from Harvey Nichols, save money by using MasqueBAR’s rose gold sheet mask.
This mask is much cheaperHandout
BUY IT FOR £4.99
SAVE: £15.01
Reader saving tip
MARGARET JELLEY, of Newcastle upon Tyne, says: “When eating out, save unused sachets of salt, pepper, sugar and sauces and store them in a container. They are perfect for caravan and self-catering holidays.”
Send your suggestions to sunsavers.co.uk/tips and you’ll get 28 codes worth £5 if your tip is used. Please include your name and town.
Deal of the day
You’ll look great in a pair of these stylish sunglassesHandout
JOIN Pouch and get 15 per cent off Skinnydip when you use the code POUCH15.
Pick up a pair of stylish frames such as these Mia Gold Aviators.
Was £25, now £21.25.
SAVE: £3.75
Save a fiver
Remember to drink responsiblyHandout
RAISE a glass to this tempting price drop. You can grab a bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whisky from Waitrose for £15 instead of £20. Offer ends tomorrow.
Sophia’s spending tip
COLLECT any free samples of shampoo, shower gel and perfume. You can carry these around in your bag until you need them as they take up less space and save you buying travel minis. Prices on this page are correct at time of going to press.
Shop & save
Dunelm always have great offersHandout
SAVE ten per cent on all online orders at Dunelm when you use code HOMEMOVE. Why not pick up some Jan Constantine bunting for a summer party?
Was £8, now £6.80.
SAVE: £1.20
Cheap treat
There aren’t many people that could turn down cripsy chickenHandout
FEAST your eyes on this tasty deal. Enjoy a discount dinner with Birds Eye six crispy chicken breasts from Asda. Was £3, now £2.50
SAVE: £50p
Fancy a free fiver?
YOU can get FREE cash with super Sun Savers just for buying your favourite paper.
Our brilliant new rewards club will pay back our most loyal readers.
Just pick up the paper each day to collect your Sun Savers codes and we will GIVE YOU £5 when you have collected 28.
This isn’t a one-off and there is no limit to how much cash you can save.
For every 28 codes you enter, we will give you a fiver. So over the course of a year, that could add up to £65.
We are keeping it super-simple. You don’t have to enter codes from consecutive days, so don’t worry if you forget a day or two.
SPLASHING out on regular haircuts can soon trim back your finances.
This week I got an email from Sun Saver Denise Ward, 49, from Nuneaton, Warks, who has a limited budget and can’t afford to spend a lot on her haircut and colour.
Our experts share how you can get a great haircut on the cheapGetty – Contributor
Personally, I always use the Treatwell app. You can search for hairdressers by postcode and the best offers and deals pop up for nearby salons.
To help Denise with her ’do dilemma, I spoke to my panel about how to get a haircut on the cheap.
NATALIE KEEGAN, beauty addict and features writer for Fabulous, says: “Get a junior stylist to do your hair. The guy I go to at my local salon in Essex charges £10 and does all the Towie girls. It’s not to be sniffed at. Plus, you’re helping the stylist train for their future career.”
PHIL SMITH, celebrity hair stylist and creator of the Phil Smith Be Gorgeous range, says: “At the Smith England Salon in Salisbury, Wilts, the public can nominate someone they feel deserves a free haircut, then we pick the person we feel should get a treat. Other hairdressers may offer a similar incentive. It’s also worth asking your local salons if they do student, NHS, military and OAPs discounts.”
Reader LYNDA STRONG from Cwmbran, South Wales, says: “Contact your local college or adult education centre — they are always looking for models to practise on. Don’t worry as the students are fully supervised by a qualified member of staff at all times. I’ve had haircuts and colour for a fraction of the price and could not tell the difference from a more expensive salon.”
Freebie finder COLLETTE JONES, who runs her own money- saving blog, says: “Look for home-visit hairdressers on Gumtree or local Facebook groups who offer services at a discounted rate. You can save up to 50 per cent off standard prices. Using sites like Groupon will save money on haircuts, too.”
Sun Savers’ bargain hunter MUI ABDUL, of Wimbledon, South West London, says: “Haggle with your hairdresser. Ring up your salon and ask for a discount. It doesn’t hurt to try but don’t go too low.”
All prices on this page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
Reader saving tip
MANDY BURNETT from SITTINGBOURNE, KENT, says: “To save buying an expensive door insect screen, just use some old net curtains.”
Send us your tips to sunsavers@ the-sun.co.uk and you’ll get 28 codes worth £5 if your tip is used. Please include your name and town.
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Don’t spend £30 on these Lilly LashesGet Ardell faux mink eyelashes for £8
YOU’LL be made up with this saving. Get Ardell faux mink eyelashes for £8, much cheaper than these Lilly Lashes ones for £30.
SAVE: £22
Shop & save
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Conegliano Prosecco is now £8
CRACK open a bottle of Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Conegliano Prosecco. Was £10, now £8.
SAVE: £2
Cheap treat
Save 50p on this bottle of Palmolive Gourmet body butter wash from ASDA
LATHER up for less by snapping up Palmolive Gourmet body butter wash from ASDA. The Coconut Joy one was £1.50, now £1.
SAVE: 50p
Sophia’s spending tip
Unused old mobile phone stashed away in your cupboard?
Don’t just give it in to your old provider – compare prices online and you’ll get the best offer for it.
Deal of day
Get 25 per cent off select items at The Body Shop when you use an online code
GET 25 per cent off select items at The Body Shop when you use code: 14672, including this vitamin E cream cleanser. Was £8, now £6.
SAVE: £2
Save a fiver
Get a £5 Amazon voucher when you spend £30 on allbeauty.com
IF you thought covering your pin was a good enough precaution to take when drawing money at a cash machine, think again.
Crooks are using increasingly sophisticated methods to con you out of your hard-earned dosh at ATMs.
It pays to be vigilant when using ATMsAlamy
Card skimmers, cash traps and system hacks are becoming increasingly common, and more often than not they’re hard to spot as they’re fully concealed inside the machine.
It’s crucial to keep your eyes peeled and be aware of how these scams work, and what you can do to protect yourself against them.
Take a look at some of these shocking ATM scams compiled by Bored Panda – would YOU have spotted them before it was too late?
Check that the card reader is securely fastened
It pays to jiggle the card reader, as it may be equipped with a skimming deviceArray
Sometimes you can tell if the card reader is fake if its loose.
This piece of equipment records the details from the magnetic stripe of a card, so crooks can harvest data from every person that swipes their cards.
As well as this a miniature camera captures the PIN being entered so your details can be used later.
Watch out for hidden cameras
Hidden cameras record your PIN number and card details, enabling the scammer to clone the cardReddit
Look around the ATM as oddly placed items – such as this leaflet holder.
There shouldn’t be anything cluttering the screen and surrounding area, and be wary of any unusual devices mounted nearby.
If you don’t want to tamper with anything inform the bank or call a number usually listed on an ATM to report a problem.
Check the receipt slot
Check the receipt slot for cracksArray
A crack could be a sign that it’s been tampered with – a scammer may have placed a scanner inside and reassembled it.
Anything which looks like it has been removed, reassembled or added on should be a warning sign.
Again, if you don’t want to touch anything just flag it up with the authorities.
Watch out for fake keypads
False keypad overlays and card skimmers are being usedArray
A fake keypad allows crooks to capture your PIN in real time.
And as technology advances, this is often transferred to a gang via wifi.
If the keypad feels loose, thick, or sponge-like, then it may be a fake.
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Check the Audio Jack
Check if the headphone socket is sunk in and the alignment is offArray
Be cautious about using the machine as once again it may have been tampered with by crooks.
Criminals can tamper or alter any part of an ATM so double check everything looks in proper working order.
Even a small thing like the jack being off could be a sign of foul play.
What’s that grey box?
Look out for any unusual fittingsArray
You’ve used ATMs multiple times so make sure everything looks right.
This grey box, seen on some machines, features a secret camera and a microSD card.
This is then used to store your personal data before it’s sent to crooks.
Check the card slot
Always check the card slot before entering in your cardArray
Sometimes ones that stick out and do not appear flush against the machine indicate that an ATM skimmer has been fitted.
If the machine swallows your card, you should contact your bank immediately, ideally while remaining beside the ATM, as it may be necessary to cancel it.
Keep an eye on your bank accounts over the following weeks for any suspicious activity.
The three ways fraudsters target cash machines
Entrapment devices
Inserted into a cash machine’s card slot, these devices retain the card inside the machine. The criminal then tricks the victim into re-entering their PIN while the criminal watches. After the cardholder gives up and leaves, the criminal removes the device with the card and subsequently withdraws cash.
Skimming devices
Attached to the cash machine to record the details from the magnetic stripe of a card while a miniature camera captures the PIN being entered. A fake magnetic stripe card is then produced and used with the genuine PIN to withdraw cash at machines overseas, which have yet to be upgraded to Chip & PIN.
Shoulder surfing
Criminals watch the cardholder entering their PIN, then steal the card using distraction techniques or pick pocketing.
