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Issue 5: April 2013
What’s going on in your own neighbourhood, health, beauty, local legends and much more.
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Contents
April 2013
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Bloom : The local magazine for your community
Local News
All the biz and all the bits and bobs happening on your doorstep.
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Bluebird Care
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Food Special
A local helping hand when caring for relatives.
So here we are in April already. Incredibly this is issue 5 of Bloom in Holywood. Every month we meet more and more new people and see new businesses coming on board to advertise. It’s inspirational to see people undertaking new ventures and channelling their skills and attributes to launch or develop their particular project. As a platform for Holywood, we simply want to share their stories and inspire you to pay them a visit. It’s amazing what some community spirit can do for a town. The Holywood Buy Local campaign continues at full force. Take it on board and make it a way of life. It’s interesting that at one point there were 22 regional stock exchanges in the UK. Eleven remained open until the 1970s, when they amalgamated with the London Stock Exchange. Recently there have been calls to bring back this localised function and encourage investment and economic development in the regions. This is just one example of a current change in mindset. People want to bring back the ‘old school’ way of doing things to a local level. And while not many of us will be bothering the FTSE 100, there are plenty of businesses and community initiatives out there to create the kind of foundation we need to make a difference. Thank you to all who contributed and advertised this month. Enjoy!
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Hosting a party or just wanting a culinary treat? Our local foodies have it sorted.
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Festival Launch
A chat to the organisers of the Holywood Festival promoting live music.
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Refound
Meet Jill O’Neill, founder of Refound and leading a collective of inspiration.
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Competition!
Stand by brides! Win a wedding dress worth £1,000 from The Bridal Suite.
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Health & Beauty
Deborah Harper ensures you’re bang up to date in the beauty trend stakes.
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Cookbook
It’s good honest food with recipes from Belfast’s St George’s Bar & Grill.
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Clandeboye Estate
Take this unique opportunity to visit a jewel in County Down’s crown.
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Rising Star
The incredible work of local illustrator Peter Strain.
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Local Legend
We chat to Leslie Waite at the helm of the every growing Hannah’s.
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John Minnis Estate Agents Shortlisted for Three UK-wide Awards. The Belfast/north Down agency, with three offices, in Belfast, Holywood and Donaghadee, is just one step away from becoming the best small estate agency chain in the UK, best regional letting agent and best regional sales agent, at the tenth annual Estate and Letting Agent Award (ESTAS). The hat-trick of success means the home-grown business with 15 staff is the only agency in Northern Ireland to be nominated in best small chain in the UK category, and one of only two regional businesses shortlisted in the best lettings and residential categories. The nomination follows last year’s ESTA success when the JMEA Donaghadee and Holywood team scooped gold and silver in the best lettings agency in Northern Ireland category. Director of the company, John Minnis and members of his team will be attending the glittering award ceremony at the Hilton Park Lane Hotel in London on 19th April. John Minnis, director, John Minnis estate agents said: ‘We are absolutely delighted to be shortlisted once-again for the ESTAS 2013- this is a fantastic accolade for the entire team. It means soIN much to us to know it’s our customers who RENTAL PROPERTY HIGH DEMAND AT have put us forward for the award. We take our levels of customer service very seriously because we know clients have a choice in an ever-growing competitive market. We have always been very proud of the personal service we provide and this is great way to demonstrate that.’ The winnersthe at recent the ESTAS decided Following launchare of our new by research with customers across the UK and nominations Belfast range office, acrossJohn 17 Minnis categories. EstateGold, AgentsSilver & Bronze Winners will be announced at the 10th areESTAS experiencing an unprecedented annual ceremony on Friday 19th April at the Hilton Park Lane London. John Minnis Estate demand for rental throughout Agents offer sales andproperties lettings across Belfast, north Down and Ards Peninsula. johnminnis.co.uk
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Belfast and North Down. We would like to invite all landlords toOne of the country’s favourite Vintage shopping contact our rentals department on events, Frock Around The Clock, will be marking 028 9065 3333. Every aspect of property the 400th anniversary of Belfast’s foundation as letting is catered for and all tenants a city by holding their Vintage Fair at the historic independently vetted.
fairytale location of Belfast Castle on Sunday 7th
April. Featuring around 45 sellers of vintage and Contact Chris Kirk: ckirk@johnminnis.co.uk handmade fashion, accessories, jewellery, homewares, Or better still, call in at our new branch: collectables, art, crafts, gifts, and sweet treats, plus 404 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast photography and a pop up vintage beauty parlour. 12(just beside Horatio Todd’s).
BELFAST T 028 9065Early 3333 5pm. £5 for adults. £3 for seniors and students. HOLYWOOD / NORTH DOWN T 028 9042 8888 Bird Special £2 off the general admission prices for the BANGOR / ARDS PENINSULA T 028 9188 8881 first half hour. decadencevintagefairs.com
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Some of NI’s emerging fashion and musical talent will showcase their skills at a fashion and music extravaganza in Parliament buildings at Stormont on Saturday 4th May. The chic black tie event organised by Unify Collective Fashion Studio and sponsored by Aston Martin, Belfast, will provide a unique platform for both graduate and student designers to showcase their collections whilst also introducing the NI audience to musical entertainment from local bands. All profits from the evening will go towards Cinemagic, a charity supporting young people wishing to enter the film industry. Unify Fashion Studio provides local designers with a professionally fitted design studio including the best equipment and materials available, enabling young Northern Irish designers to hone their talents. BBC Radio Ulster presenter Alan Simpson will host the evening. Lucky ladies who snap up a ticket will see six emerging fashion designers feature their covetable pieces for autumn/winter ‘13 throughout various rooms of the building. Guests can relax and unwind with live music, a DJ set, food and drink right through to midnight before taking home a fabulous goodie bag at the end of the evening. Tickets £30 through Unify and supporting shops david@ unifyni.com www.unifyni.com 028 9023 6452.
The Pickie Funpark is open daily again! Say hello to the Pickie Puffer steam train, the giant pedal swans, as well as a chance to relax in the Pickie Cafe. Pickie Funpark also features a range of new and exciting activities including splash pads, children’s electric cars and an 18 hole nautical themed mini golf course. Open daily 9am – 7.30pm March, April, May & September. Open daily 9am- 9pm June, July & August. Open weekends 9am – 4pm October to March. Free Entry (some charges apply) For more information Tel: 028 9145 0746 pickiefunpark.com
CONTINUED SUCCESS AT HOLYWOOD YACHT CLUB On 2nd March 2013 members of Holywood Yacht Club were entertained to lunch at Alexandra Palace for the RYA Club of the Year awards. The Club were finalists and runner up in the award which encompassed all yacht clubs in the UK including Scotland and Wales. After the banquet the award was presented by RYA CEO Sarah Treseder to HYC top sailor Jessica Rutherford and Commodore, Dermot Johnson. Dermot said, ‘Holywood are delighted to receive this recognition of the standard or sailing and fun for all ethos that exists at HYC. The adjudicators expressed that our club could be an example to others in making development plans come to life.’ The club will be encouraging more people to come and try sailing and boating at Holywood during a very busy season ahead. www.holywoodyachtclub.co.uk. www.bloommagazine.co.uk 5
Bloom News It’s Great to be Adored Again adoredagain is a funky, stylish children’s recycling boutique selling pre-loved designer clothes, nursery equipment, prams, toys and more. The shop is run by a local mum of twins who wanted to create somewhere busy parents could recycle their no longer needed items and let them be ‘adored again’. Anybody can sell through the shop as long as the items are in great condition. So have that clear out and adoredagain will do all the hard work! Once your items are sold they will be in touch and you can choose how to take your commission. As a Seller you can take cash, shop credit or adoredagain will donate any unwanted commission to the Northern Ireland Cancer Fund for Children (www.nicfc.com) The shop has built up a great reputation for excellent products and fantastic customer service. All products are in immaculate condition with some still new with labels but all at a fraction of the retail price. If they don’t have what you need they will take your details and contact you when the item comes in. So why not join the recycling revolution and make adoredagain your new shopping experience ! Open Monday to Saturday 10am -5pm in Newtownards Town centre. To find out more visit www. adoredagain.co.uk, 0r ring 028 9182 1441. Visit Facebook for up to date stock.
The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum have some great events coming up this month for you. Firstly the Easter Celebrations get things started on Sunday 31 March to Tuesday 2 April, 10.00am to 5.00pm. You can get yourself outdoors this Easter with the perfect range of traditional spring activities. Have a go at egg-rolling down Bleach Green Hill, solve the clues to finish the treasure hunt or join in some traditional street games. Then stroll down to the farm to meet its newest range of additions including spring lambs, baby chicks and new piglets. Event day pricing applicable. Later in the month there’s a Vintage Bus Rally on Saturday 27 April, 10.00am to 5.00pm where you can see some of the finest presented vintage buses at The Irish Transport Trust’s annual rally in the grounds of the museum. Normal admission prices apply. Find out more at www.nmni.com/uftm 6 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
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Come And Celebrate The Legendary May Day in Holywood The now legendary May Day celebration is almost upon the town. Always a brilliant day, whatever the weather! The Holywood town centre will be alive with a stunning array of entertainment acts, a food festival and market stalls for all to enjoy ...the perfect day out for the whole family!
high street 10am - 4pm: Charity Stalls Italian Speciality Market Speciality Market 11am & 1pm: Maypole Dancing 12noon - 4pm: Jump, Jiggle & Jive Children’s Interactive Dancing Merry May Day Entertainment Programme 12.30pm: Fancy Dress Competition 12.45pm: Prize Presentations by the May Queen and Mayor of North Down
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10.30am – 11am: Bonny Baby Competition 1pm – 2pm: Junior Disco (Age P1 – P3) 1pm – 3pm: Tea Dance for Over 55’s 2.30pm – 3.30pm: Junior Disco (Age P4 – P7)
This is a free event. For more information contact Tourist Information Centre T: (028) 9127 0069 E: tic@northdown.gov.uk W: www.northdowntourism.com 8 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
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bluebird : a helping hand
Caring for Relatives? Help is at hand...
‘As our population ages so many families find themselves in the position of looking after elderly relatives or neighbours. This can put enormous strain on people and their relationships and most are completely unaware that there is a service that can help them. Many who do actually look for support may approach social services or their GP but find that with increasing government cutbacks it is difficult or impossible to secure the support they require.
However, private ‘care at home’ agencies such as Bluebird Care (www. bluebirdcare.co.uk) can offer a tailored programme of care that can deliver the essential support needed (washing, cleaning, cooking, personal care) leaving families to enjoy quality time (the cup of tea and a chat) with their loved ones.
The services available start with a simple 15 minute visit to make sure everything is ok or to prompt medication or quickly heat a meal. However most people will opt for an hour or more which can involve cleaning around the house whilst offering companionship to the customer. Respite sits are also available to allow those living with and caring for someone to get some time to themselves, maybe to join friends for a coffee or go shopping.
Other services can involve taking customers out for tea or coffee or to appointments such as the doctor or hospital. Additionally, many people take overnight sits where carers stay in the house from perhaps 10pm until 7am to make sure customers are safe and cared for while loved ones get some uninterrupted sleep. If you think that Bluebird Care may be able to help you why not call us to find out more. You will find us friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and keen to help.’ Call us on 028 9042 6615.
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Food Special Whether you use the smoke alarm as a timer or whether you smoke your own fish, there are suppliers and local businesses that can either provide you with all the best of ingredients or drinks to help you create a home made menu to die for or do absolutely everything from canapes to full on spreads for any number of peckish guests in style. Grubs up.
Catering to Your Every Culinary Need On Any Occasion ‘At The Fatted Calf, we have both corporate and private clients whom we offer business lunches, canapés, fork suppers, fine dining, BBQ, hog roast and wedding receptions. The catering can range from a very casual family get together at home to a five course dinner at some of Northern Ireland’s best wedding venues. We are all about generous, wholesome quality food and aim to provide an unforgettable experience of Irish hospitality along with the use of premium ingredients carefully selected from farms and artisan suppliers along with the best imported fine foods. We prepare our food in innovative ways tailored to your exact requirements that will make a real impression on your guests. From the chefs in the kitchen to our front of house professionals and well trained serving staff, we are there to ensure your event runs smoothly, according to your wishes and that it is truly memorable for you and your guests. Entertaining at home need not be a stressful experience, simply let us know what you would like and we can do the rest. This may be as straightforward as delivering some delicious stews or casseroles to your door on the night through to organising a full marquee event in your garden with a four course meal and cocktail bar. Going the extra mile and working closely with you is key.’ Tel 02891 464672 thefattedcalf.co.uk 12 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
Grange Wines: Tips for the Season
‘Hopefully we will be leaving to cold and wet weather of winter behind us and embracing the sunnier days ahead. Not quite heavy Red weather nor is it warm enough to fully enjoy a wonderful glass of chilled Pinot Grigio, so what do we open? For a fresh crisp White Wine I recommend a Cheeky Italian Gavi de Gavi. This medium bodied elegant wine is made using the Cortese Grape from vineyards within the Piedmont region of Italy with its’ notes of Lime, Citrus Fruit and Greenage it is a perfect match for a wonderful seafood linguine. This is a wonderful time of the year for foodies as there is so much good food in season. I especially look forward to Roast Lamb dinners at this time of year. And what better way to enjoy Roast Lamb than with a beautiful Red Sancerre from the Loire Valley, produced using 100% Pinot Noir. This wine is the perfect accompaniment to a roast lamb dish. Elegant with soft blackcurrant and blackberry aromas and a hint of peppercorn spice, this wine also has soft tannin levels . There is no better way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon. Bricco dei Giazzi Gavi di Gavi available at Grange Wine Merchants, Holywood for only £14.99 Ettienne Daulny, Domaine Daulny Sancerre Rouge available at Grange Wine Merchants, Holywood for only £15.99.’ 49 Bangor Road, Holywood, Torgrange Complex) Tel: 028 9039 7579 grangewine.co.uk
Totally Tip Top Table Tips ‘THE CAPE TABLE is busy unpacking its spring/summer ’13 stock. We are now excited to say that proudly set on one of our dining tables is the new dinnerware from our favourite family company nestled in the heart of the Limoges region of France – namely Jacques Pergay. Although all in crisp white, with names like Melon, Kiwi and Pumpkin you know you are going to see something original and special and unique to THE CAPE TABLE. If the purity of white isn’t what you’re looking for in the springtime, colour is our true raison d’etre. Limes, aquas and corals pop up on tables providing the visual taste of summer we have all been waiting for. Colonial nickel and hand-made French dinnerware sit side by side with colourful glass and finely embroidered linens ensuring that your summer table is relaxed and easy, making it a welcoming gathering place for family and friends.’ 60b High Street. Tel 028 9042 7077 thecapetable.com www.bloommagazine.co.uk 13
Food Special
‘It’s all about the ingredients! 90% of good eating is good shopping. Foodie Folk is all about proper food. Well hung meat, just caught fish, Yellow Door bread & lovely deli stuff. Everything we do is about doing it right. Come in to our shop or if you are looking for something that bit different give us a call, the chances are we can get it. Local meat adheres to the highest standards in the world. Beef on our shelves can be traced from field to fork. It is well bred, well fed and well hung to bring out the best flavour and succulence possible. It is then butchered by craftsmen who are experts in their field. This is what we should be thinking about instead of using the convenience of supermarkets. The perception of being more expensive is the biggest hurdle local independent retailers come up against. The price difference is not as much as you think!’ 121 Gilnahirk Road, Belfast, BT5 7QL. Tel o28 9079 6761. foodiefolk.co.uk
‘If you’re entertaining at home, we offer a high standard of informal outside catering for small parties and offices too. Just let us know the kind of night you have planned and we can look after the menu with you. Or if your guest list has grown beyond your home’s means, why not have it round at ours! If you’re planning a party for 20+ people you could have it at The Bay Tree where we have a 60 seater licensed restaurant perfect for small dinner parties or get togethers, and you can have the place to yourselves! We aim to be as flexible as possible to suit what you’re looking for, but have come up with 3 sample options to give you an idea of what we can do for you:
1. Hold your own Private Wine Tasting Dinner Party:
£40 a head = 6 courses & 6 wines hosted by Tindal Wines. Or what about this for a way to celebrate something big, your very own private Champagne Tasting Dinner! Sounds a bit lavish? Not at all! If you have a group of 25+ people, why not talk to us about creating a fun, informal evening tailored to your tastes. You choose the theme (Champagne, Pinot Noir, Seafood & Wine, etc.), Tindal Wines host the evening, and we serve 6 courses all for £40 a head. We can also do whiskey, rum and other spirit based evenings...it’s up to you!
2. Two Course Dinner Party:
£15 a head = 2 courses (inc. sides) & room hire.
3. Three Course Dinner Party:
£25 a head = 3 courses (inc. sides) & room hire.
4. Informal Buffet:
£6 a head = food & room hire. Ideal way to start an evening! Meet in The Bay Tree for some drinks and snacks before heading off into the night! Chicken Curry Pies, Sticky Honey & Soy Pork Ribs, Mini Falafel Pittas, Spinach & Gruyere Tartlets, Honey & Mustard Glazed Sausages.’ 118 High Street. Tel 028 9042 1419 baytreeholywood.co.uk
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learn to play
New to Golf School at Holywood Golf Club We have Ladies or Gents Classes available if you would like to follow in the footsteps of Rory McIlroy and learn to play golf Series of 6 fun packed lessons to introduce you to the game of golf Easy to use equipment makes learning golf fun and easy Every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm-7pm and 7pm – 8pm Venue – Holywood Golf Club Price just £49 per person
To book please contact Paul Gray on 028 9042 3135 or email paul@holywoodgolfclub.co.uk
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get set for a first for holywood
New Holywood Music Festival To Launch This Month A brand new music festival in Holywood will be hosting a fantastic array of bands and artists. Organised by Neil Kearney and Vincent Gilbert from The Guitar Rooms, it features a wide cross section of music but with quality at its core.
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he Holywood festival is a three day musical event aimed at promoting live music in Holywood and surrounding areas. This is the first year of the festival and organisers Neil and Vincent at The Guitar Rooms have some great acts performing at the two venues (the Dirty Duck and the Holywood Yacht Club main hall). The acts include; Flash Harry (the widely acclaimed Queen tribute band) their last big Belfast show was to a sell out audience at the Belfast Odyssey. Bap Kennedy, internationally acclaimed singer song writer Bap has been touring the USA and Europe promoting his new album, which was produced by Mark Knopfler (Dire Straits). Mark also plays on the album. Celtic Soul (Van Morrison tribute act) who have been selling out to audiences all over the province of late, playing Vans hits from all era’s. Mercy Lounge (blues and soul) local boy Billy Miskimmin (ex Yardbirds), Irelands top harmonica player knocking out a fierce set of original blues and soul songs with blistering harmonica solo’s. The Sabre Jets (rockabilly), with a strong following these guys bring you back to the 50’s with heart warming ease. Other acts include, Kenny Mcdowell, Rab McCollough, The Farriers, The Broken String Band, Amanda St John, Somewhere St, The Hard Jets, The Empires, CQD and many more. ‘Every main act will be supported by a young local act,’ say the organisers, ‘as we think it important to give the young bands of Holywood a chance at the big stage. We would like to thank our sponsors who, without their help we could not put this festival together. They are Fona Cab Local, Absolut Vodka, The Dirty Duck, The Guitar Rooms and Mouth Records. We very much would like to thank our sponsors for supporting live music.’ The festival will take place on Friday 12th April, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th . Tickets can be booked and bought at The Guitar Rooms, Holywood 02890 424245. Contact Neil or Vincent holywoodfestival@hotmail.com 16 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
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Inspired to Inspire
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ounded in 2010, ReFound works with over 50 local artists, designers and makers who use various disciplines and techniques to push boundaries in the art of reclaimed furniture. The lines between art and furniture are creatively blurred with this group as they inspire you with their range of up-styled, re-purposed and re-found furniture and home accessories. Leading the Collective is founder Jill O’Neill who lives in Holywood with boyfriend Justin and their dog Hobo. ‘I was born and raised in Belfast and first moved to Glasgow to complete a degree in Art History,’ says Jill. ‘I took a bold leap to New York in 1999 to work in the publishing industry. My magazine career continued to San Francisco and then London in 2002.’ Jill returned to Belfast in 2007, along with the many furniture and nick-naks she’d picked up along the way. ‘I had developed a passion for other people’s unwanted objects! I was attracted by the journey of furniture and objects. So when I moved back home I was inspired to create a space where these objects gained new life as part of the next stage of their journey. Influenced by ‘stoop sales’ in NYC and San Francisco, where people offload their unwanted items when they move to pastures new. ‘I loved hearing the back-story to their furniture- where they bought it, why - and thought that this journey would make a great feature. And that’s what you get with a ReFound piece – a story of the piece and the artist that restyled it.’ Originally hosting ‘pop-up shops’ since 2010 ReFound has developed a somewhat cult follow18 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
Cabinet by Mandie Lowry
Head honcho; Jil O’Neill
refound : a collective on a mission
ing. Now based permanently in a refurbished late Georgian terrace dwelling in central Belfast, you can enjoy the unique ‘refound’ products on a regular basis. Pop-up shops, has developed into pop-up shows, where they present new creations from the ReFound artist network based on a particular theme. On 21st March, the refound version of ‘50 Shades of Grey’ launched their latest showcase in Belfast and it runs until 27th April. This inspiring new collection of restyled salvaged furniture uses shades of grey as the overall colour pallet. ‘We have found some fabulous customers who really care about both the creative and sustainable ethos. It is often the case that people have purchased form us and then come back with ideas to create another piece. As we can restyle pieces that customers already have, perhaps a family heirloom; we provide the unique opportunity for people to be involved in the creative process by working with us and the artist to design a more contemporary, fun look for the piece. Our customers are really interested in interiors and love to create ‘a look’. Often going to great lengths to seek out the perfect, musthave item – something they have seen online or in a magazine that they can’t find in regular shops. More and more people want to display their personality in their home and if we can help them do that, then we are happy.’
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Issue 9: September 2012
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Food and cookery ranging from easy peasy inspiration to recipes to local restaurant reviews.
What’s going on in your own neighbourhood, health, beauty, local legends and much more.
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Issue 8: July/August 2012
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Food and cookery ranging from easy peasy inspiration to recipes to local restaurant reviews.
What’s going on in your own neighbourhood, health, beauty, local legends and much more.
Hazy Summer Days...
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Issue 10: October 2012
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Autumn Sensation
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Issue 11: November 2012
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Issue 12: December 2012
Shop Local : Holywood
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Akiva has been in Holywood for just over 10 years and is well known for its personal styling service provided by friendly, helpful staff. We stock a wide range of brands including Noa noa, Darling, Great Plains Joules and Inwear to name but a few. We are thrilled to add Sandwich to our existing collections. This choice of brands enables us to cater for all age groups and style preferences. The new arrivals offer something for everyone from vintage design with use of lace and soft pastel shades to a sixties look with strong colours and geometric patterns. Our aim is to make you feel and look special and that’s why we at Akiva believe in... THE ART OF DRESSING
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Be Bang On Trend This Season ‘Every once in a while it is essential to clear out the old broken eyeshadows messing up the bottom of your makeup bag and give your look a ‘spring clean!’At Deborah Harper Makeup and Beauty this month we are encouraging all our clients to come in for a makeup refresh! And to be inspired by this seasons new trends!’
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There is no question that eyebrows frame the face! I have totally fallen in love with Form-a-Brow kit - it makes shaping your eyebrows so simple. Being good at makeup isnt all about having lots of products but knowing how to use them. At the salon we love doing makeup lessons and equiping our clients with the skills and tools to get the look they want - for everyday and special occasions!
Health & Beauty Welcome to the Deborah Harper beauty page where Deborah gives her unique insight into all things beauty inspired. Enjoy!
top tips for nails
Make Your Manicure Last..And Last Before applying nail polish, wipe nails with an acetone-based cleanser. Essie Weingarten, founder of Essie Cosmetics, advises that cleaning excess dirt, oil or moisturizer from your nails will ensure that the polish adheres properly and your perfectly polished manicure will last for a week and a half. Avoid Chipped Nail Polish Like The Plague There are only two options for your nails — with nail polish or without. Do not allow your nails to be caught somewhere in the middle). Even if you think no one else will notice, trust me, someone will.
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Mackerel with Smoked Beetroot, Horseradish Crème Fraiche & Soda Bread
Good, Honest Food At St George’s Bar & Grill
try these recipes for a family lunch or dinner party menu …
St George’s Market Bar and Grill nestled in the eaves in ‘one of the best markets in the UK’*, is renowned for exceptional cuisine, stunning interiors and an ambience that is second to none in the city. The bar and restaurant is often dubbed the hidden gem in one of Belfast’s oldest and most beautiful buildings, St George’s Market. Head Chef Ray Malcolmson has created a dining experience based on traditional cooking and menus, using the freshest local produce from individually selected suppliers. The team work in partnership with St George’s Market’s fishmongers, amongst others, to guarantee the freshest seafood caught from the prime fishing waters surrounding Ireland.
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"this is a tasty starter or lunch for any time of year and st george’s market fishmongers offer the best selection of the freshest seafood available ."…
Beetroot
1 small fresh beetroot 3 tablespoon basmati rice 2 teaspoon earl tea 1 teaspoon brown sugar
Soda Bread
100g soda bread flour 100g self raising flour 10g melted butter 1 tablespoon sugar 200ml buttermilk
Crème Fraiche
50mls Crème Fraiche Half spoon grated horseradish Lemon juice Salt & pepper
Mackerel
1 mackerel fillet pin boned Pre cook beetroot by baking whole, wrapped in foil for 1 hour in oven, when cooked peel whole. Prepare smoking ingredients in wok – cover bottom with tin foil and heat over a low heat. Place beetroot on wire tray on top and cover with tin foil. Allow to smoke for 20 minutes. Prepare soda bread by rubbing flours and butter together, add sugar and mix in buttermilk to form dough. Shape into round 24 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast, Ham Hock & Sweetcorn Risotto Croquette
Mackerel with Smoked Beetroot, Horseradish Creme Fraiche & Soda Bread.
farlsand bake in oven 160 degrees for 20 mins. When cool slice into triangular slices. Pan fry Mackerel fillet skin side down in hot oil. Reduce heat and cook on both sides for 2 minutes. Place soda bread on serving plate, top with dressed rocket leaves, smoked beetroot, then mackerel fillet, place spoonful of crème Fraiche on top and serve.
Pan Roasted Chicken Breast, Ham Hock & Sweetcorn Risotto Croquette "simple, delicious and a feast on the eye.” ” 4 x 200grams Chicken Breasts 100grams Shredded Ham Hock 100grams Sweetcorn 200grams Cooked Risotto 200g Diced Leeks 25gs Butter 100mls Double Cream Salt & Pepper to taste
Prepare croquettes by mixing ham hock and sweetcorn into chilled, cooked risotto, season well and form into 4 cylindrical shapes. Flour, egg wash and dip into fine breadcrumbs. Then leave to chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes Prepare leeks by cooking in butter until soft- add cream and season, cook until reduced. Pan Fry Chicken breasts skin side down until browned then turn over. Finish cooking in 160 degree oven for 10 minutes until fully cooked. Deep Fry the croquettes until they are golden, Assemble creamed leeks on serving plate, place chicken breast on top and risotto on side. To finish, spoon around red wine jus.
Loin of Venison with Celeriac Puree, Braised Cabbage and Redcurrant Jus "venison is a wonderful warming dish and a great alternative to beef. served with a simple mash this dish is always a winner."
Venison
120grams of Venison Loin
Celeriac Puree
200gs celeriac 1 tea spoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon double cream 10 grams butter
Cabbage
100grams red cabbage Half diced apple 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 25mls red wine 50mls chicken stock
Jus
50mls veal stock 50mls port 3 juniper berries 1 diced shallot 2 teaspoon redcurrant jelly Braise red cabbage slowly over a low heat for 45 minutes until it has a syrup-like texture. Cook the celeriac in water and lemon juice until soft. Strain and puree in blender with butter, cream and salt & pepper. For jus, sweat shallot in butter and veal stock, port and juniper berry, reduce by half and add redcurrant jelly and pass through a sieve. Season venison and fry in olive oil and butter for 10 mins over a medium heat – turning once. Remove from the pan and rest. Slice and assemble venison on plate with the red cabbage and a swipe of celeriac puree – spoon jus around the plate.
Lemon Meringue Ice Cream Pie with Toasted Pecan Crust "this is wonderfully fresh, light and a real favourite round the dinner table.”
Lemon Meringue Ice Cream Pie with Toasted Pecan Crust
Loin of Venison with Celeriac Puree, Braised Cabbage and Redcurrant Jus
Lemon Curd
2 large eggs 2 large egg yolks 6 tablespoon lemon juice 2oz sugar 2oz unsalted butter 2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
Meringue
4 large egg whites Teaspoon of cream of tartar 4oz caster sugar
Crust
4oz finely chopped pecans 1oz icing sugar 1oz melted butter
Melt butter for lemon curd in a bowl over hot water and whisk in sugar, lemon juice and lemon peel. Whisk in eggs until thick and then chill. Mix crust ingredients together and then press into flat pie dish. Bake until crust is slightly toasted. Chill crust and spread ice cream over base. Spread curd on top. Whisk egg whites and sugar together until peaked, add cream of tartar. Pipe meringue onto pie. Freeze and before service finish the meringue with kitchen butane torch – if at home finish under a hot grill!
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a unique opportunity in a unique setting
Spring Garden Splendour On Show At The Clandeboye Estate There’s a rare treat in store for local garden fans this spring when Lady Dufferin opens the gates of her private gardens at Clandeboye Estate on Sunday 14th April. Pictured right: Alice Wilson and Lady Dufferin.
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hether you’re a green-fingered garden guru or just an appreciative admirer of beautiful places, the chance to spend an afternoon exploring the arboretum and gardens at the Clandeboye Estate, one of the most historic and picturesque private country estates in Ireland, is definitely an opportunity not to be missed. The Clandeboye Estate is famed not only for its fascinating social history but also for a very unique horticultural heritage spanning three centuries. From the days of the 1st Marquess of Dufferin and Ava in the 1850s, Clandeboye’s gardens have been enthusiastically cultivated by generations of the family and are still passionately nurtured by Lady Dufferin. ‘In 1850, Lord Dufferin enlisted the help of James Fraser, a Scottish landscape gardener to advise on the creation of the parkland, Arboretum, and walks to Helen’s Tower and Helen’s Bay. ‘One of the first additions to Clandeboye was a collection of trees shipped in from the Americas,’ explains Lady Dufferin. ‘Since then, every generation has left their own legacy in the gardens and importantly continued to grow the catalogue of species. Today, Clandeboye boasts one of the most extensive and eclectic collections in Ireland with over 3.000 catalogued shrubs and trees in the gardens. This is a lovely opportunity for everyone to come along and enjoy spring in full bloom.’ For the first time in a decade, the public is invited to share in the seasonal splendour of Clandeboye’s private gardens on three dates in spring, summer and again in the autumn. Visitors will be able to wander through acres of woodland and informal gardens, chat to gardeners and learn more about Clandeboye’s colourful horticultural past. All visitors will all be given a map of the garden with some of the most special plants marked on it for them to find. The map will also provide a guide to different walks around the arboretum and the gardens. Refreshments may be purchased in the Courtyard; including yoghurt from the Estate’s award winning herd of dairy cows. There will also be a chance to try your hand at some woodland craft. Tickets £8 (Under 5s free of charge) available from the Clandeboye events office on (028) 91853457 or email courtyard@clandeboye.co.uk. No Dogs please. 26 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
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rising star : peter strain
A Journey From Reel to Real Peter Strain’s takes influence from film and music with a distinctive hand lettering style, bold imagery and humour that is majestic, immersive and truly compelling.
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fter Art College at Ulster University Belfast, I needed to focus on a self initiated project to help develop my style of working,’ says Peter, ‘and I just started doing these film illustrations as a way to do that. Throughout my time at college I started to get more into illustrators such as Paul Davis, David Shrigley, Steven Forbes, Oliver Jeffers and various street artists. I really loved the grubby yet elegant way these artists used lettering and humour in their work. I was also captivated by the the composition of their works - generally opting for great use of white space and juxtaposition between larger and smaller elements.’ The catalyst for the film direction came from the film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. An incredible, dream like film of fragmented memories, surroundings and experiences but with a wonderful story of love at its heart. ‘It’s one of my favourites so it was the first film illustration design I did to try and kick start this project. Films are precious to people and most want to see new and exciting interpretations of their favourites, I know I do.’ Peter’s latest collection; Admit One looks to reinterpret classic and cult films and create artwork that reflects the skill, artistry 28 www.bloommagazine.co.uk
and importance of cinema. ‘There is a lot of movie ‘Artwork’ that has no soul - just depicts the main actors/actresses head shots over the past few years spliced together with little care. It appears that these movies have posters as an after thought, just as a necessary graphic to help advertise as opposed to actually trying to convey a sense of the film or excite the viewer.’ It was the launch of his collection in London that has been just one of the highlights of Peter’s career so far. ‘The opening night at the Coningsby Gallery for the show was amazing. But I think getting to work with great people and magazines and newspapers like The Guardian, Empire and Esquire is really fun and exciting. It would be great to work on a live film poster for an exciting project. I’ll continue to do this kind of work but I’m also trying to get more into doing animations and satirical drawings. There is a variety of work and themes in my portfolio so you can check them all out on the website.’ YOU CAN BUY PETER’S WORK FROM: peterstrain.co.uk ADMIT ONE PRINTS FROM: coningsbygallery.com/shop
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local legend : hannah's Local Legend
Forever in Bloom A family business for decades and one that never stops growing. Florist Hannah’s is now run by Leslie Waite but the family connections go way way back. We find out more about the history and the future.
‘ It has always been a family business,’ says Leslie. ‘It has been a flower business for 40 years
now and it was fruit and veg before that when my mum worked in it. I think I must have started helping out when i was about eight or nine. Its always been here. The fruit shop was next door and my mum opened this one in the late 70s. I did some part time work in it then and went off to college where I studied horticulture before heading off and working for Belfast City Council for a few years then came here 28 years ago to work full time.’ Just before this the premises were expanded and the business was growing, in more ways than one. With Leslie on board, and following his degree in horticulture, it really was a natural progression for his career to take. ‘I never had anything else in my head to do! This is what I wanted to do.’ But of course the business changed in the last 15 years or so with the rise of the supermarkets. ‘It was straightforward for a while but then in terms of over the counter sales, it all changed. Plus of course the recession in the middle of that too. But weddings have been constant and are great to work on. We also look after flowers for funerals, memorials and we’re an eflorist so we can send flowers anywhere round the world. We also do local deliveries too.’ Inside there is a spring plant sale and in fact the garden side of things is about half the business at this time of year and such is Hannah’s reputation, people make the effort to come and check out the range. ‘People come from all over; East Belfast, Carrick, Ballymena. We are one of the biggest single florists in NI. We also do a range of hardware too which is handy for people and saves people going to the big chains. We do screws, nails, hammers, saws, silicone, the usual essentials that people need. We always have a lot of seasonal things so Christmas, Valentines, Mothers Day, Easter, things like that.’ Leslie’s family roots are firmly in Holywood and at one point there were five generations alive! He has seen the town change a lot over the years. People and businesses have come and gone. New buildings have gone up, old ones have come down but feels the town has always had a good buzz about it. So what is it that has maintained Hannah’s presence in the town for so long? ‘We are a friendly bunch and we offer the best, fresh products at a very competitive price. We bring in fresh products five times a week whereas it used to be twice a week years before. All our staff are all local. My son and daughter work here too; Richard and Gillian. They’re both at Queens at the minute so I’m not sure what they’ll do afterwards. All our staff are very experienced. My mother’s retired now but my grandmother was working here until she was 92, you couldn’t get her out of the place! We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for sticking with us over the years and look forward to hopefully welcoming many more.’
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