That was then…. 1966

Adverts included Coalite nuts smokeless coal; Bri Nylon nightwear; British Rail Continental travel; and Smedley’s tinned broad beans.

The recipes included how to prepare a fondue – a great party favourite on the Continent; and the way to a man’s heart – you can weave a magic spell of love and tenderness by preparing sherried eggs and steak Greek style. There was an article called Secrets of The Easy-care Home which included using stiletto-proof lino flooring and Formica on the table to provide a surface which is easy to clean and pretty enough for meal times without a tablecloth.