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MARCH ISSUE 71 A NOTE FROM OUR EDITOR

Hello lovely Lifestyle Readers! Finally it’s March – spring is about to be sprung, and as I gaze out of my kitchen window I can spy tiny daffodils starting to pop their cheery heads out of the mud. From here on in every day sundown will get that little bit later and the promise of warm sunshine is tantalizingly close. There is much to look forward to this month. On the 1st March is the Bierkeller Liverpool Lifestyle Awards, organised by Amanda Moss. Every year Amanda dips into the considerable talent pool that this city has, choosing the best and brightest businesses in Liverpool in order to recognise them and celebrate entrepreneurialism. On 8th March it’s International Women’s day where almost

every country celebrates women and their achievements. And finally at the end of March it’s Mother’s Day where we honour mothers, motherhood and maternal bonds. Within this month’s jam packed issue you will find, interviews with Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole, handsome chef Jean – Christophe Novelli, singer Chis Maloney and indie band, The Feeling. We have fantastic competitions, to win tickets to see The Wanted at the Echo area on 14th March and a fantastic package of cinema tickets, amazon vouchers and a Captain America bundle all from the Odeon, to celebrate the release of Captain America: The Winter Soldier. We have beauty news, property news and a full page of “We Love”, dedicated this month to ideas of what to buy for Mother’s Day. Enjoy the start of Spring!

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s the seasons progress the topic of fashion is always at the forefront of our minds as it is the artful expression of individuality and identity. A classic motto uttered when conferring on fashion when one season draws to a close and the next dawns is ‘out with the old and in with the new’. However this Spring/Summer 2014 witnesses leading labels in the fashion industry such as Burberry, Chloe, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Missoni, Paul Smith, Ralph Lauren, Roberto Cavalli and Versace adapt, revamp, update and transform preceding trends by giving them a contemporary twist or injecting them with a dose of modern flair and freshness so they are current but with a classic inspiration and time-honoured aesthetic.

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The world of childrens fashion is constantly changing and is far from ordinary or basic. Nowadays the concepts of quality, style and ethical manufacture are constantly empathised so parents are increasingly opting for luxury clothing and often select designs that reflect their personal taste so a ‘mini-me’ result is achieved. Continuing and developing the ‘mini-me’ trend for Spring/ Summer 2014 are labels such as Dolce & Gabbana and Paul Smith Junior who take inspiration from their adult mainline collections and translate them into new designs that are suitable for children. Luxury childrens retailer Childsplay Clothing takes the spearhead position in the children’s fashion movement which is increasing in popularity day by day and season by season. 9

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Lifestyle magazine is delighted to be an ambassador for The James Bulger Memorial Trust. The chariy was set up by Denise Fergus with determination to help children in james' name. Managing editor Amanda Moss is one of several ambassadors who will help raise awareness and promote the good work of the charity, which sees Chris Maloney and Denise Fergus as patrons. The Trust currently offers a support network to 50 families whose children are either siffereing from bereavement, bullying or caring for a relative. Each year the James Bulger Memorial Trust offers them a holiday

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he Sainsburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sport Relief Games take place from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd March 2014 and this year, for the first time ever, the great British public can make every mile count by running, swimming or cycling their way to raising money. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already warming up to be an unmissable weekend. You can run, walk, skip, hop, swim or cycle itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up to you. There is something for anybody and everybody to get involved with no matter your age or fitness level. You can take part in the Liverpool Mile at Croxteth Hall and country park, or put a team together and join the swimathon at University of Liverpool Sports and Fitness Centre, the list of events in and around the city is countless.

Lifestyle CHARITY and respite facilities for use of these deserving children and their families. This is funded by a series of events including sky dives, abseils, and a gala auction Evening for James which is to become an anual event in the city. Amanda Moss said, "It is a great honour to have been asked to assist in such a worthy cause. It is a huge responsibility which I will take on with pride to ensure The James Bulger Memorial Trust is at the forefront of everyone's minds." Denise Fergus said, "I have set up the charity having seen how much good work charities do over the years and I want to be able to offer help to other children and their families who are deserving of it."

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The 37-year-old ballroom specialist has been a permanent fixture on our Saturday night TV screens for seven years now, as part of the flagship BBC dancing contest, but having in excess of 10million people watching his trademark Latino moves has only made him want to spread the dancing word further still.

hit the screens, you sensed there was a shift in momentum towards dancing because of it. It’s gone global, an incredible thing. And it’s not just Strictly: theatre, different programmes on the telly talking about dance… it’s opened up a whole range of opportunities.”

This year, New Zealand born Cole will hit “every corner of the country” for a 48-date tour, the second time he has taken a collection of handpicked dancers, band and stage crew with him.

Those opportunities were far more limited when, along with “every sport going”, Cole took dancing as a youngster. We’d imagine he was the subject of a few barbs about that as a kid.

“The response has been huge. The last one went down well, and it’s great getting round the country to people who are interested in what you do. It’s a lovely feeling, being on stage performing to people who have made the effort to come to see you.

“I did get lots of stick, but I am the sort of person that if you tell me not to do something, I am going to do it 10 times harder. It was a hard gig in many ways, but things that happen in your life, build your life… they make you the person you are. Perhaps that explains why I’ve been quite fiery in the past. But now I’m older and a bit wiser, and a bit mellower!”

“It’s a two-hour show, like an ‘evening with’, so you get an intimate experience. You get to see myself, other dancers and band live, with lots of chat and the audience involvement. There’s also a Q&A, where you might find out a bit of naughty gossip about Strictly! Alternatively, people come there to just have a laugh and join in with the dancing - we want to make it a big show. It’s a massive undertaking, but you need a big show. I want people to have the experience of the year, to walk out of the theatre blown away by the spectacle they’ve just seen - staging, lighting, band, a full experience.” The fact Cole can pack people into any theatre in the UK says everything about his ability to entertain - he is the one dancer who has transcended fans of the show, such is his notoriety. But his appeal is also indicative of a nation that has fallen in love with ballroom dancing.

Despite his usual presence in the latter stages of Strictly, Cole hasn’t always seen eye to eye with the judges. “It’s hard not to take things on board if you get negative criticism. For every 100 positive comments you get one negative, and that is what you focus on. But I am extremely proud of what Sophie Ellis-Bexter and I achieved – it was a fantastic ride and she did so well.”

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Tell us about your new single. It is totally different than my first. I like to mix things up and it’s great to be signed to a label that gives you that creative freedom. What’s your best memories from X Factor? The general public picking up the phone week after week and voting for me. I genuinely can’t thank them enough. How has your life changed since? It’s such a massive platform and I’m doing things I’d never dream I’d ever get the chance to do. I’m grabbing it with both hands. I’m learning to drive at the moment as I can’t get on the bus any more. I’ve not been on a bus in two years. Crazy. Have things calmed down for you? Former X Factor star Christopher Not at all, I’m so busy with everything and Maloney has been quite a I’m doing a lot of work for the James Bulger controversial figure in the last few memorial trust and lily centre cancer care as years since leaving the show. But now I am their patron and so very proud to be a he’s in love, engaged, and on tour part of their charities. with his new album in 2014. What’s the strangest fanmail you’ve got? How does performing in your hometown A red frilly willy warmer! differ from other cities? Do you have a beauty regime? Performing in my hometown is the best I always moisture day and night, it’s a must. feeling in the world. I’m so proud to come Where do you like to shop? from Liverpool and proud of my roots. I like high street, but I also get a lot of clothing What are you up to this year? sent to me via my management or label. Wow, last year was a roller coaster so this year How do you unwind? is going to be even busier. I’ve got my own UK I like to watch movies or go the theatre. tour. I’m playing music events and festivals Who would you like to duet with? I’ve got a lot of television appearances I did a duet with Gary Barlow, and Jane lined up. My next UK single and album out. McDonald, as I was her support on her UK I’ve also got my very own theatre school tour last year. So, this time definitely better. opening in May teaching children in the local community a variety of things from singing, What message have you got for your fans? dancing, acting and various other things to Follow your dreams and never ever give up. do with performing. Do you still talk to anyone from X Factor? Are you excited about the Lifestyle Yes everyone, I’m actually going to Jamie from Union J’s wedding in December. Awards? Yes I’m very excited about the awards! I think Who is the most famous person in your Liverpool is fantastic and deserve these kind address book? of awards. They are very special. Probably Gary Barlow and Robbie Williams!

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Lifestyle RESTAURANT REVIEW Review by Amanda Moss

iterally a stone's throw from Liverpool one across the road by Duke Street and you'll find an oasis of calm in Campbell Square with Amalia Italian restaurant. In summer the whole front opens out to the courtyard where you can dine alfresco, but as it was a soggy February lunchtime we chose to stay in the warmth. When you walk through the doors it is like dipping your toes into the Mediterranean, with rustic tiled floors and maps of the region to make you feel like you're over there. Italian owner Antonio Lixi is the chef and together with Spanish business partner Miguel Queipo they have mastered the art of authentic Italian wholesome and tasty food. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get more authentic than that. It was an opportunity for me to catch up with my friend, Pete Price over a spot of lunch. With so much to choose from (the menu is online) Miguel kindly offered to prepare a bespoke platter of dishes for us to sample. So we had calamari con verdure with delicate battered fried peppers, there was gnochetti aquello (lamb stew), bruschetta al pomodoro and bruschetta al funghi. The garlic mushrooms were by far my most favourite flavour of the lunch alongside the chicken and potato crochets. An absolutely splendid lunch, perfectly flawless with outstanding service to match. The phone was constantly ringing for bookings as we dined. It is a charming getaway from the bustle of the city centre and well worth a visit. As always,it gets extra gold points for being family and child friendly.

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JEANCHRISTOPHE NOVELLI

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For a man regarded as one of the nation’s favourite French chefs, it’s perhaps rather apt to find the 52-year-old representing a cause close to British culinary hearts, because culinary genius JeanChristophe Novelli likes to champion good old British Fish and Chips!

ith a fish and seafood cookery course in his Hertfordshire Chef’s Academy, the creatures of the sea certainly have a champion in Jean-Christophe. This is a man who is passionate about sourcing local and organic ingredients. “Fish and chips is an industry where anybody who wants to can really make a go of it.” Novelli offers that he frequents his local Hertfordshire chippie - “there’s a good one on Uppingham High Street” - though when asked if he himself had a secret recipe to the perfect battered fish and chips, his answer is a tongue in cheek “quite honestly – no!” But for a man with multiple Michelin stars to his name, the acclaimed chef remains a fan of the simple. I narrowed the foodie down to the three most critical, can’t-live-without ingredients.

“Just three foods…only three ingredients? Well I would go for tomatoes, olive and mushrooms. And fresh produce is at the heart of that. My motto is ‘always introduce, always combine, and always use fresh’. No compromise!!”

Novelli himself is a man of little compromise. A hyperactive child, he was ever restless. Once actually tied down to a chair by a teacher, the impatient teen left school at 14 to work in a patisserie. After becoming a private head chef in Paris to the Rothschild family, he upped and moved to Britain in 1983, opening his first of what was to be many restaurants in 1996. Some may view this as a brave move, but Novelli doesn’t see it like that. “It was somewhere I wanted to be. People who want to go to Spain, to Portugal, they’re brave. I just had to cross the channel! At the time though, British cooking wasn’t as well represented as it is now. I guess I knew it could only go one way – up!”

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entertainment they also have dancers throughout the night, this is an added extra that proves this club are doing everything to ensure their customers are enjoying a perfect night out.

Upon arrival we were greeted by the door team, who were very polite and made us feel really welcome. We were treated like VIP’s, being escorted downstairs by a very professional attentive host to our prebooked booth, the table was all set out complete with Farrio Roaches’ chocolates! Shortly after getting to our booth the hostess bought over our drinks, with sparklers hanging out of them, wow, we couldn’t have been made more special.

I would defiantly recommend anyone from Liverpool or visiting this amazing city to sample Liverpool’s biggest “Secret” as you will not be disappointed. I spoke to owner, she said that she has some new visions on how the club will move forward in the near future, including splitting the club into 2 separate venues, so on the ground floor things will stay the same playing popular chart, dance and house music, then the top floor will be dedicated to tec music on Friday and Saturday nights with new Djs Lauren Lo Sung, Kydus and Carlton Hudson.

We had a fantastic night out and the resident photographer Paul Jones from PJ Photography took loads of pictures of us. Another added bonus to a night out in Secret’s is that the DJ’S are not the only

So all in all Liverpool’s biggest “Secret” is an amazing night out, friendly staff, the tastiest cocktails and the best Djs in town. I know I can’t wait for our next night out there.

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ONE DREAM – THE BERYL MARSDEN BY JOY LEWIS STORY

he life and career of Liverpoolborn singer Beryl Marsden will be celebrated this month in a brand new musical ONE DREAM: The Beryl Marsden Story at the Epstein Theatre. The production will mark the 50th anniversary of the release of Beryl’s live recording of ‘Everybody loves a lover’ on the LP ‘Live at The Cavern’.

upcoming Epstein Theatre show. Young Beryl (aged 16) will be played by Francesca Davies and older Beryl (aged 21) by Gillian Hardie, other cast members include Hayley Davies, Nick Sheedy, James Ledsham, Katie King, Rob Boyle and Danny Woods. ONE DREAM is a ground-breaking musical which mirrors the ups and downs of the music business and reflects the special charm of the heady days of Merseybeat seen through the eyes of one of its greatest talents – Beryl Marsden.

ONE DREAM: The Beryl Marsden Story Friday 14 - Sunday 16 March 2014

It follows its sell-out pilot performances at the world famous Cavern Club on Mathew To book: call 0844 888 4411, Street last year, which was attended by visit www.epsteinliverpool.co.uk music legends Sandie Shaw and Mike McCartney, ONE DREAM is now moving to the city’s Epstein Theatre named after THE LIFE OF MERSEYBEAT’S BEST FEMALE VOCALIST IS CELEBRATED IN A BRAND NEW MUSICAL famous Beatles manager Brian Epstein from 14-16 March this year. MIKE HOWL PRODUCTIONS in association with BERYL MARSDEN presents

Singer Beryl Marsden said: "Staging our show at the Epstein Theatre has presented us with the opportunity to develop and expand ONE DREAM into a major musical production. I am really excited to have the musical performed at such a great theatre, it holds such fond memories for me. We have such a talented company of actors and musicians. I can't wait for March to see the show on a main stage." ONE DREAM: The Beryl Marsden Story shows how Beryl was helped in her struggle to overcome an intensely traumatising period in her life by discovering and practising Buddhism, and how this led to her close friendship with singer Sandie Shaw. Written and Produced by Mike Howl and directed by Sophie Tickle, the full cast has now been confirmed for the 24

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How is the tour going? The touring has been amazing since the new album has been out. People really seem to get the new songs and they are really working at the gigs, and of course the oldies go down as well as always!

Writing is always good therapy. I recommend it! It’s not really a cure for sadness but it gives that negative energy somewhere to go that’s positive.

What made you title the album, The Boy Who Cried Wolf? Boy Cried Wolf is a lyric from a song on the album. The song is about telling tales. The way we all broadcast everything we think all the time nowadays. Social media has created What is it like to be back in the limelight? this new norm. We are all the boy who cried I don’t enjoy being in the limelight, but I love wolf! playing gigs. Once you’ve made a record, Do you have a favourite track on the album getting to go out and play it to the world is that means the most to you? the cherry on the cake. It’s hard to pick a favourite track from this Which do you prefer performing or writing album because we made sure that every music? track had a real purpose. Each song takes you I love both writing and performing in equal somewhere different and tells the story from measure. Without one, the other seems a different angle. It’s hard to single them out pointless. I love being in the studio but I get really. itchy feet and lose perspective if I haven’t You are performing in Liverpool’s O2 done a show in a while. Academy on 23rd March – have you The Boy Who Cried Wolf Album, was performed here before? written after your 5 year relationship We have played Liverpool many times over ended - was writing the album cathartic the years. We are really excited about being for you? back. It’s been a while. Such a great city! 26

Lifestyle MUSIC IAN BROUDIE AND THE LIGHTNING SEEDS

Tickets £27.50, £30, £32.50, £40. For more information and to book visit www.liverpoolphil.com For one night only, The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Fri 4 April will be performing the music of Ian Broudie and the Lightning Seeds. This once-only event celebrates the music of Liverpool-born singer, songwriter, musician and record producer Ian Broudie, in arrangements prepared especially for performance by the Lightning Seeds with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Clark Rundell, and special guests. The Lightning Seeds were formed by Broudie in the late 1980s and scored an early hit with the song, Pure; they have produced six albums to date, and have enjoyed widespread mainstream success. Their football anthem, Three Lions, has twice been at number one in different versions recorded with Frank Skinner and David Baddiel. 28

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Lifestyle COMMUNITY THE CHOIR THATS ROCKING MERSEYSIDE

ock Choir is the UK's largest and most popular contemporary choir, with more than 17,000 members in over 300 local communities nationwide. It offers adults and teenagers the chance to sing and perform popular contemporary songs, with no auditions and no requirements to read music or have any previous singing experience. Rock Choir was started in Farnham, Surrey in 2005 by musician and singer, Caroline Redman Lusher, pioneering the contemporary choir movement in the UK. Rock Choir's uplifting ethos of fun, friendship and community spirit is a huge part of its attraction. At an individual level, it helps improve people's self-confidence, enables them to develop new singing skills, and enjoy a dynamic new social life. Singing together and achieving such a great sound gives members a huge sense of fulfilment. Added to this is the glamour and excitement of performing in public, which for many is a truly liberating experience. Rock Choir's popularity is phenomenal and its achievements are extraordinary. It's released two top twenty albums and performed enmasse at the 02 Arena, London and The Liverpool Echo Arena, Wembley Arena, Hammersmith Apollo and the Royal Albert Hall. In 2011 Rock Choir was the subject of popular 3-part ITV1 documentary 'The Choir That Rocks', and has made numerous other TV appearances, including BBC Breakfast, The One Show, The Paul O'Grady Show and The Alan Titchmarsh Show. Merseyside Rock Choir Fun, energetic and inspirational Rock Choir leader, Anthony Seaman joined the strong team of 55 Rock Choir leaders in September 2013. Anthony lives in Ainsdale with his 30

wife and son. A classicallytrained singer, he's no stranger to performing in public, and has sung with The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir. He's also been a hip-hop DJ and played bass with local Liverpool outfit Dan Elson & the Rhythm Pixies. Anthony trained as a music teacher at Liverpool Hope University and taught music at The North Liverpool Academy before joining Rock Choir. "Of course we're very proud of our achievements," says Anthony. "But what makes Rock Choir extra special is the way it enables people to experience the thrill of singing together, and the fun, friendship and community spirit it inspires. Time and time again I see how singing helps improve people's self-confidence and gives them wonderful sense of fulfilment and wellbeing. It's incredibly uplifting." Liverpool, Birkenhead, Maghull, Southport and West Kirby Rock Choir members attend fun, weekly rehearsals where they learn specially arranged and choreographed pop, rock and Motown songs, leading up to exciting performances at local and national events including recent performances at Metquarter Shopping Centre, Southport Market, Maghull Christmas lights, Pyramids Shopping Centre and Moreton Christmas Fair â&#x20AC;&#x201C; many of which support charity.New members are always very welcome and anyone interested in joining can try a free 90-minute taster session. Visit www.rockchoir.com or telephone 01252 714 276 for more information.

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Lifestyle INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

2014 MARCH 8TH

nternational Women's Day has been observed since in the early 1900's, a time of great expansion and turbulence in the industrialized world that saw booming population growth and the rise of radical ideologies.

International Women’s Day is now an official holiday in Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, China, Cuba, Georgia, Guinea-Bissau, Eritrea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Madagascar, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Nepal, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam and Zambia. The tradition sees men honouring their mothers, wives, girlfriends, colleagues, with flowers and small gifts. In some countries International Women’ Day has the equivalent status of Mother's Day where children give small presents to their mothers and grandmothers.

The new millennium has witnessed a significant change and attitudinal shift in both women's and society's thoughts about women's equality and emancipation. Many from a younger generation feel that 'all the battles have been won for women' while many feminists from the 1970's know only too well the longevity and ingrained complexity of patriarchy. With more women in the boardroom, greater equality in legislative rights, and an increased critical mass of women's visibility as impressive role models in every aspect of life, one could think that women

have gained true equality. The unfortunate fact is that women are still not paid equally to that of their male counterparts, women still are not present in equal numbers in business or politics, and globally women's education, health and the violence against them is worse than that of men. However, great improvements have been made. We do have female astronauts and prime ministers, school girls are welcomed into university, women can work and have a family, women have real choices. And so the tone and nature of IWD has, for the past few years, moved from being a reminder about the negatives to a celebration of the positives. Annually on 8 March, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate achievements. A global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world ranging from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through to local women's craft markets, theatric performances, fashion parades and more. So let’s work together to make a difference, think globally and act locally! Let’s make everyday International Women's Day. Do your bit to ensure that the future for girls is bright, equal, safe and rewarding.

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Three extraordinary women are depicted in one powerful new play in celebration of Women’s History Month when Gazebo Theatre Company perform The Sistren at the Brindley next month. The Sistren was written by Therese Collins and features the incredible characters of Claudia Jones played by Tonia Daley-Campbell , Mary Wollstonecraft played by Pamela ColeHudson and Therese Collins as Emma Lloyd Sproson. The three stalwarts are drawn together, in their afterlife, to help another woman in her hour of need, in the modern age. Drama,

comedy, confrontation, grief, honesty and comradery follow in another exciting offering from Gazebo, which will appeal to both women and men! Claudia Jones was a political activist and feminist, she founded and edited the first Black British weekly newspaper. Mary Wollstonecraft is widely regarded as the founder of modern feminism. Declaring that both women and men were human beings with the same rights. Emma Lloyd Sproson campaigned for women’s rights, as a key player in the Suffragette and Suffragist Movements. It comes to the Brindley on Tuesday 11 March. Tickets are just £8 from www.thebrindley.org.uk and the Brindley box office on 0151 907 8360.

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MIGHTY GIRL

carlet Ablett is a mighty girl. What do I mean by that, you may ask? A mighty girl is smart, confident, courageous, successful in her chosen field and most of all, an inspiration for the empowerment of women. Scarlet comes from a footballing background, her late father Gary Ablett is the only player to have won the FA cup with both Liverpool FC and Everton FC an achievement of his she is incredibly proud of, but the one thing that will always make her proud was her seeing him be incredibly brave during his 16 month battle with blood cancer, sadly Gary passed away in January 2012 and it's because of him she is now the owner of her very busy online store SO46 Limited. When Scarlet lost her father she decided she needed to make his legacy live on and pour all her grieving into something positive. So a dress agency called SO46 was born. An idea which was inspired by her late father has now become her livelihood and her own way of making Gary's legacy live on. SO46 the shop officially launched on November 2012 and has continued to grow into the successful business it is today.

SO46 has gone from strength to strength in the past year and is favourite to a lot of celebrities and wives and girlfriends of the footballing world, something which she prides herself on for making them feel comfortable enough to shop with her. SO46 was a dream of hers whilst she was in school, but she thought it was something that would never happen, but now SO46 is her reality and she is loving every minute of it knowing it all came about with hardly any outside help. Most of all Scarlet Ablett wants to empower young girls and women. To tell them her story of success, to let other women know that you can transform something negative and life changing into something positive, and with hard work you can achieve your dreams and become a mighty girl yourself.

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From Marvel, the studio that brought you the global blockbuster franchises of Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and The Avengers, comes a new team “Guardians of the Galaxy” expanding the Marvel Cinematic Universe into the cosmos.

Lifestyle COMPETITION America: The Winter Soldier” finds Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, living quietly in Washington, D.C. and trying to adjust to the modern world. But when a S.H.I.E.L.D. colleague comes under attack, Steve becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue that threatens to put the world at risk. Joining forces with the Black Widow, Captain America struggles to expose the ever-widening conspiracy while fighting off professional assassins sent to silence him at every turn. When the full scope of the villainous plot is revealed, Captain America and the Black Widow enlist the help of a new ally, the Falcon. However, they soon find themselves up against an unexpected and formidable enemy — the Winter Soldier. Captain America: The Winter Solider is released on 26th March at ODEON Liverpool ONE in 3D and IMAX 3D.

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hire will publish around 100 new-look titles in 2014, with new speciallycommissioned covers from author and illustrator Peter Ashley. Over four decades the Library has become a British heritage fixture: there have been more than 750 titles in the series, on topics ranging from British sheep breeds to TV toys. Spring 2014 will see new titles covering a typically eclectic range of subjects from 1950s childhood to medieval wall paintings and from witches and witchcraft to garden cities, alongside reissues of favourites on allotments and garden gnomes. Ever since John Rotheroe founded Shire in 1962 with Discovering East Suffolk, the publisher has specialised in unusual and specialised areas of heritage, collectibles, architecture, social history and design. Lovers of the quirky highways and byways of British history will always find something to pique their interest: whether your interest is in allotments, ice houses, early railways, classic MGs, thimbles, the slave trade, British film studios or the history of duelling, or in any one of hundreds of other subjects, Shire has a book for you. Many titles have become bestsellers, including Timber-framed Buildings and 44

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IAN AMBROSE ENTREPRENEUR

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Lifestyle PROPERTY COMMUNITY HELPS SHAPE FUTURE OF ANFIELD ANFIELD RESIDENTS ARE HAVING THEIR SAY ON A NEW VISION TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF HOUSING AND CREATE NEW OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE COBRA NEIGHBOURHOOD.

The city council is undertaking an independent Neighbourhood Renewal Assessment for the areas of, Oakfield, Breck Road, Oakfield Road and Walton Breck Road in Anfield and contains around 570 properties. The NRA is gathering evidence about physical and social conditions within the neighbourhood - which is a gateway to Anfield from the south of the city - and arrive at options on how to build a stronger, more sustainable future for the area. The city council is keen that the community is fully involved, and local people were given the chance to share their ideas at a community planning event at the Anfield Breckside Community Corner l (ABCC), Richmond Park. The event was facilitated by the Council and its consultants Pennington Choices and Triangle Architects. Representatives from local social housing providers Riverside Housing and Your Housing Group were also in attendance. The council is now pulling together all comments received at the event – from quality of housing and shops to environmental and public realm improvements - to be fed into the draft NRA report. The report will be completed in March, before being shared will the local residents at the COBRA Stakeholders meeting in the Spring. HousingStrategy&.InvestmentService@liverpool.gov.uk 50

£1BN OF DEVELOPMENTS IN ONE YEAR FOR CITY A total of £1.06 billion worth of regeneration schemes got underway last year, across the city - and together, they will deliver more than 4,250 jobs. It is the highest level of investment in Liverpool since 2008, when the city reached its regeneration pinnacle as European Capital of Culture. Meanwhile, the city is making major progress in its housing delivery programme, with work getting underway in the past year on over 2,600 new homes. Key projects include in Anfield, where a £23m investment in new housing and the on-going refurbishment of 550 homes is supporting the wider, £260m regeneration plans for the area. As well as major investment in the city centre, Liverpool’s neighbourhoods are also benefiting. The new figures show that development outside the city centre is at its highest ever level, with £372 million of schemes projected for completion during 2014. These schemes are expected to create over 15,000 construction jobs and over 5,000 new jobs, indicating a continuing confidence in the regeneration of the city.

Lifestyle TRAVEL SHARING SERENDIPITY WITH JOHN CARTER John Carter, long time presenter of TV's â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Wish You Were Here' programme and seasoned globetrotter shares some of his serendipitous moments.

t this time of year, in the lull between "travelling seasons", I cast my mind back to memories of past journeys. The best of these involve events, incidents and encounters that could not possibly have been anticipated. Serendipities. This was certainly true in Dubrovnik, now in Croatia but, in 1964, part of Yugoslavia - a country held together by the force of Tito's personality. I arrived by bus from Sarayevo, via Mostar. Hot, dirty, hungry, thirsty and in a foul mood. It was my own fault for trying to cram too much into the time available, but I relished the prospect of a hot shower, a meal and a chance to recover before getting down to work the following morning. I did not know that my visit coincided with the city's arts festival. My friends in the tourist office decided that, after I had sorted myself out, a

spot of culture would definitely improve my mood. So, unexpectedly, I spent that evening watching "Hamlet", performed on the city ramparts by "The Young Vic Company from Bristol, England". And the following evening sat beside Margaret Truman, daughter of the former US President, at an orchestral concert. Very serendipitous. Then someone suggested an excursion to the island of Spinalonga. We clambered into a small boat, with a dozen others of various nationalities, and sped off, being treated to a commentary in doubtful English by our bearded skipper. When mentioned the island had been a leper colony, the adults looked grim. My three, and the other youngsters in the group, were delighted. To them, the site of a leper colony was not macabre, but adventurous and even "cool" (if that's the word they used in those days). So we walked around the island, peering into ruined buildings and stepping over broken tombstones. There were even skulls and bones, bleached by the sun. The adults weren't happy. The kids had the time of their lives. They sang songs on the way back. They also

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christened our bearded skipper "Spinalonga Max", but that was a joke only the English understood. Though travelling solo, I never lacked for pleasurable company which, especially at the end of an energetic day, is one of the treasures of travel. If you are yet to travel to Croatia - I really do recommend it. Dubrovnik in particular is a stunning port, with a French Riviera feel to it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at a tiny fraction of the cost. The beaches are white, clean and very inviting. These tiny islands have a steep history that stretches from pre Roman times - the ruins of which have been recently expertly excavated and can be reached within a two minute walk along the port. Guided walking specialist operator, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays offer inclusive holidays to Dubrovnik. "A Week Around Dubrovnik" costs from ÂŁ715, depending when you travel between early April and late October. The price includes return flights between Gatwick and Dubrovnik and seven nights half-board accommodation in the Grand Hotel Park.

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Later in the evening, you might relax with a cocktail or two and enjoy the late cabaret.

In 2012, Cruise & Maritime Voyages was the first cruise line to utilise the new Liverpool Cruise Terminal and this year they are offering even more cruising holidays on board Discovery sailing direct from our great city.

he captain and his crew invite Lifestyle Readers to step aboard Discovery on a fabulous Mini Cruise, giving you a unique opportunity to sample life aboard this popular cruise ship. Enjoy a delicious five course dinner followed by a fabulous show and cabaret as you sail from Liverpool to Greenock in Scotland. This special Mini Cruise is ideal for those who may be looking to cruise for the first time. Whatever your age, why not get together with friends or family for a truly fun and memorable weekend? Step aboard Discovery where one of her friendly crew will personally escort you to your cabin. Having settled in, there’s time to wander around the decks and discover the ship’s various facilities. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks in one of the delightful bars before making your way to the Seven Continents Restaurant for a delicious five course dinner.

After dinner, make your way up to the Carousel Lounge where the highly acclaimed entertainment team will display their talents in a glittering and colourful ‘big show’ accompanied by the ship’s live orchestra.

The next morning a hearty breakfast awaits you in either the Seven Seas Restaurant or the buffet style Lido. And then, all too soon it is time to disembark and, if pre-arranged, join the coach transfer back to Liverpool. After this fantastic introduction to cruising with Cruise & Maritime Voyages, we are sure that you will want to cruise with them again!

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How about this for Lifestyle Magazine’s 6th birthday celebrations? We have teamed up with Cruise & Maritime Voyages to offer an overnight cruise from Liverpool on Saturday, 28th June 2014 to help celebrate our 6th birthday party onboard. The cruise will set sail from the Liverpool Cruise Terminal to Greenock and you will be treated to a five course dinner, evening entertainment and an overnight stay on board Discovery with breakfast the following morning. All this is included in the special Buy One Get One Free offer where the first adult pays from just £99 and the second cruises free! Hurry, as there is only a limited number of cabins are available at these offer prices. Optional coach Greenock to Liverpool £30pp.

To book, call 0844 414 6197 quoting Lifestyle.

For a Saturday night away with a difference, then why not step aboard Discovery for a fabulous overnight mini cruise? After a delicious five course dinner, take your seats in the Show Lounge for a sparkling performance followed by great cabaret. In the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast before disembarking. For a limited period only, this overnight mini cruise is available on a special Buy One Get One Free deal based on full fares. But hurry availability of cabins is strictly limited - when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gone, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gone!

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DIY... Hello Lifestyle Readers! I hope you’re all well – it’s been another busy and varied month for me which is exactly the way I like it! As always, I have another one of my top tips especially for you to do that much needed job around the home. I attended the annual charity ball organised by Champions (UK) plc which this year was a Masquerade Ball. It was a fantastic evening with plenty of celebs in attendance including goalkeeping legend Peter Shilton OBE, Asheswinning cricketer Matthew Hoggard MBE and snooker great Willie Thorne. The evening was organised to raise money for Rainbows, a dedicated children’s hospice in Loughborough. As I mentioned last month, I have now finished my filming with Silverline Tools to help showcase some of their products. The size of their range as

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Click fit laminate flooring (most packs cover 2.7Sqm) Underlay to cover whole floor Tape Beading or skirting Packs/spacers Chop saw Jig saw Tape measure Pencil Pulling floor bar Hammer Hammering bar

Changing the look and feel to your room couldn’t easier!! Start by working out the quantity of flooring, measure room length and with in metres then multiply together this will give the quantities for square metres. 56

well as the quality is what helps Silverline stand apart from the crowd. To view the full range visit http://www.silverlinetools.com A TV channel that I like to get involved with is Ideal World, as it showcases the very best products for all your needs around the house. I have been helping to present Wagner Spraytech’s range of paint-spraying products which make painting the house much simpler. Their products are designed to suit all skill levels from novices to professionals and guarantee a great finish. Finally, one of the other brands I’m involved with, leading workwear producers Blaklader, sponsored the Men’s EHF European Handball Championship which was won by France. Blaklader really is a growing presence in the marketplace and favourite of hard-working people around the world. Well my friends, that’s about it for me this month. I will continue to keep you updated with all my latest news right here.. Until next time… All the best,

Craig Phillips

Cover the floor with underlay taping all joints, starting from left to right with a full panel floor, before clicking joints together, when you get to the right hand side you will have to do your first cut. Still without clicking the panels together place the cut on the floor, you can also use your off cut for the first piece on your second course, this will avoid any waste. Now you’re happy with the layout and you have staggered all the tongue and groove joints you can start clipping them together like a large jigsaw using a pulling bar to clip in the cut end panel you must always leave a 10mm to 20mm expansion gap around all 4 edges of room. Once the first 2 courses of floor are clicked in place, repeat throughout. When you have finished your full room you will need to cover your expansion gap with ether skirting boards or a quad bead.

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e prepared to explore Liverpool’s very own catacombs that can be found deep in the belly of St Georges Hall. Experience the now legendary paranormal world that many have talked about but have never witnessed. You have been given this unique opportunity to visit What Lies Beneath this Most Haunted Building. Be prepared to be shocked as your senses are opened in the Paranormal Pods which are now waiting for your entombment within Liverpool’s very own Most Haunted Building. POD 1: Crystal Experiment (crystal room) Copper and crystals have proved to be the key to the spirit world on our investigations, you now have the chance to feel the energy of this key as we open the vortex door to the spirit world. POD 2: Electronic Voice Phenomena Electronic voice phenomena (EVP) are sounds found on electronic recordings which resemble speech, but are reportedly not the result of intentional recording or rendering. You will be using recording devices and experts on the subject of EVP and you will the investigator asking the questions. Over the years a number of people have heard screams and groans from the underground spaces some have even had conversations with alleged ghosts and phantom’s of the catacombs of St Georges Hall. POD 3: The Gates of Hades Set in the underground sound proof vault room, you will experience how your own mind can be manipulated and tortured by your very own fears. In complete darkness 58

you will be taken into a deep state of relaxation and then we let your brain waves run riot and you will experience what some have called the Gates of Hades. (Please note! separate Terms & Conditions will be signed for this room before entry) POD 4: The Victorian Séance You have seen it all before,now it is your chance to experience the Victoria Séance. Let the trumpets play and the ectoplasm flow as you become the mediums for this very special experience. With glass divination and table tipping and the Trans box you will make the connection on this vigil. POD 5: What Lies Beneath Your chance to see what really lies beneath this most exclusive and prestige’s building. With a history stemming backs hundreds of years it’s time to see what still lie beneath. With doors and the catacombs opened, the historic figures of the past are sure to make themselves known as you experiences why many say it’s a lot bigger on the inside. DeadLive Presents The Paranormal Experience in association with St Georges Hall More details www.deadlive.co.uk Tickets are available through Ticket Quarter - £39.00

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Lifestyle SPORT EVERTON IN THE COMMUNITY END SILVER JUBILEE YEAR WITH 1M BIRTHDAY PRESENT

Everton in the Community has seen out its silver jubilee year in style by revealing they have reached their £1million fundraising target to help improve the lives of more people across Merseyside and the North West.

To reach the £1million total, the charity undertook a high-profile fundraising campaign working with Everton Football Club, its partners and, of course, its fans.

Chief Executive Denise Barrett Baxendale was joined by cruiserweight boxer and lifelong Everton fan Tony Bellew on the pitch to reveal the fundraising total of £1,013,128 to the Goodison faithful, who have loyally supported the charity’s jubilee campaign over the past 12 months.

Highlights of the year-long campaign include the incredibly popular ’12 Shades’ of Blue’ calendar, which gave fans a glimpse of the players as they’ve never seen them before – and raised over £32,000, last season’s dedicated birthday fixture to mark 25 years of Everton in the Community, and Marouane Fellaini turning his famous afro silver to raise £25,000.

he Club’s official charity revealed its ambitious target – set almost one year ago to the day – had been achieved during a half-time celebration at the Blues’ 2-1 home win against Aston Villa, which was dedicated to Everton in the Community.

Everton in the Community is firmly established on the world stage of community

Lifestyle SPORT sports development and since its launch in 1988 has become one of the Premier League’s leading community scheme due to the quality and reach of its various programmes. For the past 26 years the Club’s official charity has been at the forefront of social intervention across Merseyside, not afraid to tackle issues which others shied away from. Through its 91 dedicated full-time staff, 61 casual staff and 188 volunteers, the charity offers 41 programmes covering a range of social issues including health, employability, anti-social behaviour, crime, education, dementia, poverty, youth engagement, youth justice and disability. Operating 7 days a week, 365 days a year, Everton in the Community supports the most vulnerable and underprivileged members of local communities. Speaking after announcing the £1million fundraising target had been achieved, Denise Barrett-Baxendale said: “Our silver jubilee campaign has been a roaring success. The support from fans, grant funders, organisations and individuals from across the region has been phenomenal and I would like to thank every supporter who has contributed to the success of the campaign along with all the staff, participants and volunteers who helped make this possible. “Whilst there is a lot to be very proud of, the charity’s trustees and I have a continual desire to push the boundaries and seek to improve every aspect of what we do. Although many people might already feel they have achieved their vision, the mentality of the collective team at Everton in the Community is ‘Nil Satis’ and to continually raise the bar. “The charity remains hugely ambitious for its future and shows no signs of slowing down. We enter 2014 with significant aspirations to create a community campus

close to Goodison Park to house all of our programmes and expand and enrich the opportunities provided to local people by reaching out even further to those who require support.” In recent years, the charity has helped more than 250 local unemployed people become ‘job ready’through its‘Everton 4 Employment’ scheme; established the ‘Imagine Your Goals' mental health programme with Mersey Care NHS Trust; and runs the biggest football programme for people with disabilities of any club in the world, with 26 teams for all ages and abilities, more than 30 players representing their country at international level and two players representing ParalympicsGB at London 2012. The charity even made history when it became the first associated to a Premier League football club to open a Free School, ‘Everton Free School’. In 2013, Everton in the Community also picked up an impressive 19 international, national and regional awards in recognition for their ground-breaking work including a Big Society Award from Prime Minister David Cameron. The Prime Minister praised Everton in the Community for using their skills, expertise and profile to make life better for people in local communities. For more information on Everton in the Community visit http://community.evertonfc.com

Lifestyle MOTORING The new ultra models from AUDI A4, A5 and A6 with impressive efficiency

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New ultra models from Audi with 136 hp, 163 hp and 190 hp. Greater efficiency with unchanged driving dynamics. Emissions of just 104 to 119 grams of CO2 per kilometer (167.37 to 191.51 g/ mile).

February 4, 2014 – Audi expanded its ultra strategy with 11 new models: Especially efficient engine versions in the A4, A5

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RENAULT CLIO

If you are of a certain age you will remember the “pa pa” original Clio advert – it launched a new concept of car – small, sporty, for 62

and A6 model lines will be launching this year. A new and powerful two-liter TDI will provide the drive at 100 kW (136 hp), 120 kW (163 hp) or 140 kW (190 hp); the engine emits just 104 to 119 grams of CO2 per kilometer (167.37 to 191.51 g/mile) depending on the model. The “ultra” designation stands for sustainable mobility that is fully available for everyday use. city driving and most of all it was cool. Fast forward a few years to 2014 and there are lots of trendy city cars on the market. So what do Renault do? They brought in a new designer, Laurens van den Acker to overhaul its styling department – the Clio 4 is the first car he’s designed from scratch. The Clio is now curvier, sexier must have small car that packs plenty of va va voom. They have very cleverly hidden that rear doors – so much so that Renault so far are planning on selling only the 5 door version. Designed for economy, forced induction means it’s still nippy enough in town and sounds sweet when worked hard in the country. Just don’t expect big car performance on the open road. For that, you’ll need the forthcoming 120bhp 1.2-litre turbo.

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The New BMW X3 Before you ask, yes it’s way better than the last unpopular clunky version. Inside and out the new BMW X3 cuts a visually more powerful figure with its new, modified twin circular headlights (LED headlights are optional), a more eye-catching kidney grille, new front and rear bumpers, and exterior mirrors with

integrated turn signal indicators – shining an even brighter spotlight on signature BMW X model design features. A high level of perceived quality and exclusivity also defines the interior of the new BMW X3. Chrome applications, a centre console with optional automatic climate control system in highgloss black-panel look, and new cupholders with a sliding cover for the centre console underline the car’s premium appearance. New exterior colours, upholstery designs, interior trim strips and light-alloy wheels enable even more refined individualisation. You might think that the X3’s second-generation enlargement has made it more of a guzzler. It weighs around 1,800kg, after all. But BMW’s efficiency wizards have been busy with their spells, making this one of the most efficient cars in this class.

TOYOTA launches the new RAV4 It’s 20 years since Toyota RAV4 created a whole new motoring market with the launch of RAV4, the original compact recreational SUV. While other manufacturers have been keen to follow Toyota’s lead, RAV4 continues to develop and deliver performance, specification and choice that keep pace with changing customer demand.

New 2.0 D-4D with all-wheel drive. Customers choosing Toyota’s efficient 2.0-litre D-4D diesel engine for their RAV4 have, until now, only had the option of two-wheel drive. For 2014 this popular unit has been made available with all-wheel drive, increasing access to 4×4 motoring with the kind of low emissions and strong fuel economy that help keep running costs down. The new RAV4 2.0 D-4D AWD is available in Icon and

Invincible grades. The 122bhp (91kW) engine generates 310Nm for the kind of flexible driving performance that makes the car as easy to manage around town or out on the open road. Coupled to a six-speed manual transmission it returns official combined cycle figures of 137g/km (Band E for Vehicle Excise Duty) and 53.3mpg. 63

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Hello March!

in Model101 in the cavern quarter. So far I have hosted two this year and they have proven to be really popular. Which goes to show that people do business with people behind the business. (Keep your eye on my Facebook postings for updates).

oodness time seems to be flying by. Spring already. Woo hoo! The days are noticeably lighter which can only mean one thing - extra shopping hours in daylight! I have only just started venturing back into the shops and updating my post pregnancy wardrobe and I am loving all the season’s colours. Of course I am keeping a close eye on the high street as we are launching Liverpool Fashion Week 2014 very soon. I want to say a huge congratulations to everyone who was either nominated or won an award at the recent Bierkeller Liverpool Lifestyle Awards. It is one of my favourite events to organise, I love everyone’s genuine excitement, I am proud to be able to showcase businesses that may not normally get a platform and above all, it’s a glamorous night out, an opportunity to get dressed up and have fun with the people we do business with. Sometimes we can get all to consumed with work matters and it is nice to take a step back and actually socialise with the people we work with. That is why I have launched the Lifestyle networking events. They take place once a month at our office HQ

Talking of socialising, it has been a wonderful special month for me when one of my very old school friends visited Liverpool for a city break. We got the opportunity to catch up, she came to ours for dinner and we didn’t stop nattering from the moment she stepped over the threshold until she reluctantly left. True friendships last decades without the needs to check in every hour or every day. We were comfortable in each other’s company from the moment we hugged each other tightly. It was a lovely feeling, a sense of belonging and acceptance no matter who we have turned out to be. Material and social status counted for nothing as we shared the Prosecco and talked for hours. It was like being back in year seven, sharing the same memories. What a wonderful evening and I am so privileged to be in touch with so many special friends. I look at my daughter busy texting every night and wonder how many of her friends she will be in contact in years to come? With social media helping us reach out to our friends from afar there really is no excuse to lose touch, even if it a random message once a year, it is bound to make you feel great. Have a fantastic month and as always, stay stylish,

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