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31 January - 14 February

Lt . ', I I , Cover story: The Love Issue Whether you are young, free and single or happily coupled up, there's plenty to excite and delight you in this issue of The List. From aphrodisiacs, al fresco frolics and organic sex toys to inspired ideas for original gifts, romantic getaways and great date venues, we've got it covered. We also talk tactics with the legendary seducer Neil Strauss and hear from some of the country's finest songwriters about how they approach the challenging subject of love. Plus movies guaranteed to get you in the mood. See page 12.

Also in this issue

10 Daniel Day-Lewis The actor talks about his Oscar-nominated performance in There Wr'l/ Be Blood, an epic tale of family, greed, religion and oil.

26 Eat & Drink Forget cosy twosomes, communal dining is where it's at. We tell you where to indulge plus where to buy the best chocolate in Scotland.

29 Last Tango in Glasgow Feeling seductive? Then get thee along to a tango class to learn this most passionate of dances. Kirstin lnnes tells you how it's done.

64 Devon Sproule Rachel Devine talks to the rising country star whose new album, Keep Your Silver Shr‘ned, has got us all itching to go to Virginia.

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A bottle of Famous Grouse for the Letter of the Issue

Win a romantic weekend to London

I 6 Win tickets to see Willie Nelson

I 6 2 for 1 tickets to the Magner’s Glasgow lntemational Comedy Festival I 50 Win a 3:10 to Yuma DVD

I 77 Vote for your favourite restaurant and WIN tickets to Taste of Edinburgh 2008

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