Style on Sunday - Issue 40

ISSUE 40 • OCTOBER 2018

ON SUNDAY

Gorgeous Gardens Discover permaculture living

Backstage

Pass It’s this season’s fashion

STYLE ETERNAL Top designers celebrate our

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ISSU E 40 • OCTO BER 2018

ON SUNDAY

Gorgeous G ardens Discover

permaculture living

Backstage

Pass

It’s this season’s fashion

STYLE ETERNAL Top design

ers celebrate our

40th

ISSUE

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Her incredible journey through music

Style Interview

Style Living

15 Her Incredible Journey Through Music Emma Muscat spills the beans on her amazing year!

79 Style Checklist The news you simply must know.

83 Picnic Perfect Old-time specials reinvented by our chefs.

23 Style Eternal Three of Malta’s best designers create couture to celebrate 40 issues of Style on Sunday.

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Emma wears: ARMANI EXCHANGE shirt dress ¤120 and belt ¤90, BREIL necklace from Sun Lab, ¤65, with BREIL stone from Sun Lab, ¤49. BREIL ring from Sun Lab, ¤45, with BREIL stone, ¤39. BREIL ring from Sun Lab, ¤39, with BREIL stone from Sun Lab, ¤39.

Photography: Matthew B Spiteri Styling: Sarah Micallef Make-up: Chantal Busuttil Hair: Nicole Gera at Dean Gera Salons Clothing: Armani Exchange Jewellery: Breil Shot on location at Taro Restaurant at The Villa, St Julian’s

89 Papped! In Style Style sees and is seen!

Style Home

Style Fashion

Style Beauty

65 Gorgeous Gardens Returned to Nature How three home owners choose allnatural permaculture for their gardens.

35 Big Bold Fashion The patterns of the season.

51 Dare To Be Different This autumn’s hottest make-up trends.

73 Autumn Update Three top interior designers choose their key seasonal trends.

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Editor Jo Caruana editor@styleonsunday.com VISUAL EDITOR Sarah Micallef LAYOUT DESIGN Ramon Micallef ram@box-design.net Photography Alan Carville, Kai Holland, Matthew B Spiteri, Tonio Lombardi, Bernard Polidano, Mia Sarah Contributors Rosemarie Abela, Chris Attard, Flavia Borg Attard, Chantal Busuttil, Jennifer Dimech, Iggy Fenech, Chris Galea, Elaine Galea, Nicole Gera, Marie-Claire Grima, Lee Grixti, Stefan Hogan, Mark McBride, Sarah Micallef, Marco Parascandalo, Carla Zahra, Jonathan Zammit, Ritienne Zammit. Advertising Content House Ltd Advertising SALES MANAGERS Matthew Spiteri, Diane Scerri Advertising SALES coordinator Elena Dimech Printing Progress Press Ltd Distribution Style on Sunday is distributed for free with The Sunday Times.

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And then there’s nature in the other sense of the word – nature that proves certain things are just meant to be. Our beautiful cover “If you can’t be in awe of nature, interviewee – Emma Muscat – is there’s something wrong proof of that. She was clearly with you.” – Alex Trebec born to be a star and, at just 18, hose of you that follow this has a growing fan-base internacolumn will know I am an tionally and a music career to avid fan of nature. But not just turn heads. She lets us in on her nature in the form of birds, bees journey thus far on page 15 and it and trees (although I am pretty makes for fascinating reading.

Photo by Kris Micallef Hair by Reece Davison at Dean Gera Salons big on all that too), but in letting Finally, we’re also returning to Make-up by Chris Attard for Franks, using Guerlain nature take its course… letting nature in many other ways this things happen. issue – spending time outdoors Pleasingly, there’s plenty of that running through for our foodie picnic on page 83, embracing nature’s these pages – not least on page 65, where we visit boldest colours in our fashion story on page 35, and three beautiful permaculture gardens. Permaculdaring to be different in our beauty look on page 51. ture is all about enabling things to return to nature And what better time to enjoy nature in Malta than – allowing gardens to blossom without the need for at this fabulous time of year? Head out, explore it and chemical controls and pesticides. I love that. And the embrace it – then come home and pore over Style with results? Well, they’re pretty gorgeous actually. a cuppa. Happy reading!

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Emma wears: ARMANI EXCHANGE blazer ¤195, top - Emma’s own, shorts ¤100; BREIL necklace from Sun Lab, ¤69.

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Her INCREDIBLE JOURNEY THROUGH

MUSIC

In less than a year, Emma Muscat went from local singer and university student to international singing sensation. Here, chatting exclusively to Style, she talks us through that incredible journey. The truth? She’s only just getting started.

INTERVIEW: JO CARUANA PHOTOGRAHY: MATTHEW B SPITERI STYLING: SARAH MICALLEF HAIR: NICOLE GERA MAKE-UP: CHANTAL BUSUTTIL CLOTHING: ARMANI EXCHANGE JEWELLERY: BREIL Shot on location at Taro Restaurant at The Villa, St Julian’s

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remember seeing Emma Muscat on TV a few months ago and her face was instantly familiar. And then I remembered: she was one of the little girls I taught drama to, many moons ago, at Stagecoach. She was about four at the time but I could recall her as if it were yesterday. Clearly, even then, she had star quality.

Fast-forward a few years and Emma lights up a room. As we work through our Style shoot she is clearly already a professional in her field – even though she is still only 18 years old. There is no doubt about it: a career in music is something she was born to achieve.

“Some of my earliest memories are linked to music,” Emma smiles, as we sit for a chat over peppermint tea and sparkling water. “I can remember our piano in our old house, and sitting there playing chords while singing ‘Happy Birthday’; I can’t have been more than three or four at the time.”

Emma grew up in a musical household. Her mum, Rosanna, has a passion for the piano and would often play songs from musicals or Disney films, while her little daughter would sing along.

Emma soon started taking lessons herself and sitting for exams – securing the highest grades in the whole country for four consecutive years.

“Thanks to that, at the end of every year I would be invited to play at a public concert, which was one of my earliest introductions to being on stage. Then, one year, I asked if I could sing while playing, which marked the start of my love for doing exactly that.”

In her next major milestone, Emma entered her first singing competition when she was 14 – the local edition of Sanremo Junior. She came fourth and loved the experience, quickly signing up to other competitions overseas including La Voce del Sud, Tra Sogno e Realtà, and Una Stella Sta Nascendo, the latter of which she won. “I knew then that I wanted my life to revolve around music,” she says.

It was around that time that Emma met Keith ‘Kiko’ Muscat, a well-known performer in his own right who now represents her.

Keith was mentoring her brother Kurt in guitar at the time and quickly saw Emma’s potential, so together they started working on pursuing her music career.

Writing her own music had become important to her too, and her first song – ‘Alone’, written when she was 15, means a lot to her. “It’s a very personal song,” she Emma wears: says. “I was going through ARMANI EXCHANGE dress ¤155 ARMANI watch from Sun Lab, ¤369 some difficulties with friends ARMANI necklace from Sun Lab, ¤129 at the time and I felt very alone.

ARMANI earrings from Sun Lab, ¤99

“I knew then that I wanted my life to revolve around music.”

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It was cathartic to be able to produce that song with Keith, and to focus on turning it into something positive. I have written music ever since and plan to keep doing that as much as I can.”

Of course, all of this was ultimately leading to another very important stage in Emma’s career so far – her time on Amici, and it wasn’t quite as simple to get there as some fans might think. “I have always loved the show and was thrilled when they announced they would be accepting international submissions for the first time,” Emma says. “I went through a series of auditions and they all went really well, so I progressed to round after round. But, with just a couple of rounds to go before I was actually invited to join the school, I didn’t make it and was sent home.

I was absolutely heartbroken! I thought I had a real chance and was totally focused on that. Then it was all over in a moment.”

It’s interesting to think that that could have been it for that part of Emma’s career.

She returned to Malta, started reading for a university degree in communications and media, and was working on her own music.

Then, one day, she got a call from Amici asking if she wanted to challenge another member of the school; if she won, it meant she would be able to take their place. “I spent days considering what to do,” Emma says.

“On the one hand, of course I wanted to take on the challenge, but on the other I was just about to sit for some important university exams and I was enjoying the things I was doing here. In the end I opted to go for it, but was so nervous as it meant challenging a very talented girl in the competition. I was sure I would lose and be sent home but, somewhat unbelievably, I won!”

And so started Emma’s adventure at Amici, which would take her all the way from December to June this year, when she was ultimately eliminated during the semifinals. “Every moment was incredible,” she says, “and I will be forever grateful for the experience. I loved all of it from the lessons with our tutors to the incredible opportunity of performing with famous singers in front of an audience and being on television. Yes, there were a few challenging moments – not least because I struggled hard to learn to speak the language and understand the students and tutors, but with dedication and determination I managed – but I believe I embraced every opportunity.”

“I am still just a normal 18-year-old girl – so this does sometimes feel surreal.”

Emma wears: ARMANI EXCHANGE top ¤80 and red jeans ¤95 BREIL ring from Sun Lab, ¤69

Emma’s favourites

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Place in the world On stage Accessory Stud earrings TV Series Riverdale Book The Hunger Games Trilogy Thing to do Write music

Food Sushi and spaghetti Bolognese Drink Kinnie or wine Shopping city Milan Philanthropic cause The environment and animal welfare

Artist Alicia Keys Emma wears: ARMANI EXCHANGE red dress ¤140 BREIL watch from Sun Lab, ¤139

Of course, Amici was also where Emma met her boyfriend, fellow contestant Biondo; and the couple recently performed together in Malta.

“That was a definite upside to Amici!”

Emma smiles. “The downside was being so cut off from friends and family back home.

We weren’t allowed to have any contact with anyone; our phones were taken away from us and we didn’t have access to the internet. We became like a family of course, but I also missed life back here. I was particularly sorry to miss my brother’s O’ Levels, as we are very close and I would like to have been there to support him through that. One high point was when my mum was invited to surprise me on the show. I had no idea and it was all very emotional.

Emma also got a surprise live phone call from her dad during one of the evening shows. Although the phone call lasted only a few minutes, it was touching when her dad told her how proud he was of her for the fact that she managed to remain true to

herself and her character, even on camera.”

One other surprising outcome was that Emma didn’t know what response to expect when she did eventually leave the house. “We’d been cut off for so long that we had no clue what had been going on in the outside world. I was totally overwhelmed by it all – to find that I now had a fan-base in Italy, and to learn of how wonderfully supportive everyone had been back in Malta. I am still overwhelmed by it every single day. To think that people in Italy travel miles just to see me – to bring me presents or have their photo taken with me – is too much. They mean everything to me.”

And since Amici? Well, not a day goes by when Emma doesn’t take another forward step into what is doubtlessly going to be

a wonderful international career. Shortly after leaving Amici, she was signed to mega record company Warner Music Italia, and she is now working on her second album, which will include songs she’s written in both Italian and English.

“I think Italy will continue to play an important role in my life now,” she continues. “Malta will always be home, but Italy is where my career took off at a tangent. As for what happens next, well, it would be wonderful to share the stage with one of my idols at some point – Alicia Keys or Coldplay perhaps – because I love the idea of collaboration. But of course, I am still just a normal 18-year-old girl that wants to hang out with friends at the weekend, getting sushi or eating cupcakes… so this does often feel surreal! I am so grateful to everyone, but especially to my parents and Kurt for their constant support. I plan on just enjoying every moment and experience that come my way.” n

“We weren’t allowed any contact with the outside world while we were in the competition, so I had no idea what to expect when I left Amici.”

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Armed with just a one-word concept (‘autumn’) and tons of talent, three top local designers set out to create an evening dress each, inspired by their model muse. The occasion? Celebrating 40 issues of STYLE ON SUNDAY. ARTISTIC DIRECTION & INTERVIEWS BY IGGY FENECH PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIA SARAH

The Antlered Beast

by Rosemarie Abela uses pleated pieces of pure silk chiffon stitched onto a base of crepe satin and sown at various angles to mimic the muscles and sinews of one of the forest’s most majestic creatures: the deer.

MODEL: MARYSIA AT MODELS M HAIR: FLAVIA BORG ATTARD FOR DCOLORPALLET MAKE-UP: JENNIFER DIMECH (JENNIFER THE MAKE-UP ARTIST) FABRIC: IVORY&CO

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Rosemarie (c entre-right), with her mod el

Marysia and

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osemarie’s The Antlered Beast draws inspiration from various sources, particularly the autumnal forest and Alexander McQueen’s iconic Savage Beauty collection. The final piece is based on the roundness and construction of a deer’s muscles with the pleating – which is sewn to face different directions – representing that.

The dress was made using a drappeggio technique, in which all the shapes that make up the dress are outlined on a mannequin. Then, using linen, Rosemarie and her team built it piece by piece directly on the mannequin itself to help give it shape. “We then used these pieces as the basis for the paper patterns, from which the pure silk fabric, which we sourced from Ivory&Co, was cut,” Rosemarie says.

The process to create the dress was quite laborious, and each pleated piece took twoto-three hours to create. Each one of them required stitching, followed by basting, and finally a series of hidden stitches done by hand in between each pleat to retain the shape even when there is movement. Finally, each piece was machine-sewed before being assembled as a dress.

Every piece is lined separately and then the whole dress is lined again. This was done for one specific reason: the fabric is too light to support itself, so the lining helps to bring it all together and offer support and structure.

“I think it’s beautiful that I am able to create something like this for another woman, and my work normally seeks to not just be beautiful but also comfortable,” Rosemarie says. “In fact, in this dress, we added straps hidden by the elaborate shoulders to make the dress easier to carry without sacrificing sexiness.”

Rosemarie Abela studied at the Polimoda in Florence, where she also took part in Pitti Filati – one of the main international events for the textile and knitwear industry. In 2014, she moved back to Malta, where she started her own company. That same year, Rosemarie won Best Upcoming Designer at the Malta Fashion Awards.

“I think it’s beautiful that I am able to create something like this for another woman, and my work normally seeks to not just be beautiful but also comfortable.”

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The Belenska Dress

by Parascandalo is made up of three distinct and independent garments, which, together, hark back to the 1990s grunge scene and celebrate the end of the STAR era for the fashion house.

MODEL: NICOLE AT MODELS M HAIR: LEE GRIXTI FROM LEE’S HAIRSTYLIST MAKE-UP: JENNIFER DIMECH (JENNIFER THE MAKE-UP ARTIST)

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he Belenska Dress is made from numerous elements but, mainly, three garments: a cotton-Lycra bodysuit with rhinestones, similar to the one seen in Parsacandalo’s 2018 collection STAR; a column dress made from silver lurex that falls in an A-line shape on the hips; and a detachable skirt in pleated, sheer organza.

“The look is topped off with a ribbon belt that bears my logo, which unites all the different pieces into a singular dress,” the

designer says. “The idea here, in fact, was to create ‘a dress’ that is wholly customisable and that can be changed and modified easily to fit any style or situation.”

The necklaces were also designed by Parascandalo himself, and feature a mix of streetwear motifs in a design that could be termed classical.

The whole look was inspired by the 1990s grunge scene but with a classical execution that refers to yesteryears’ styles, particularly vintage Balenciaga elements.

“This was the first time I ever created a strictly-evening look, and the first time I made a long-sleeved dress,” he says. “In many ways, it is the final stage of the STAR collection, which featured my first-ever formalstyle dress. A far cry from the streetwear I normally craft.”

The dress’ colours are also significant. “On top of being my all-time favourite hues, black and silver remind us of the shorter days and darker weather that come with autumn.

I love this time of year.”

“Finally, the dress itself is named after my model Nicole, whose surname is Belenska. I spotted her at a fashion show this summer and I spent many weeks asking friends and people in the industry who she was. As soon as I did, I immediately got in touch.”

Marco Parascandalo grew up around clothes, with his mother owning a popular boutique in Birgu during his formative years. He burst onto Malta’s fashion scene in 2014 with a series of t-shirts that have since become iconic.

In total, he has created six collections, five of which were launched at Malta Fashion Week to rave reviews.

“On top of being my all-time favourite hues, black and silver remind us of the shorter days and darker weather that come with autumn. I love this time of year.”

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Gabriella’s Dress

by Ritienne Żammit takes inspiration from the ceilings of the Grand Master’s Palace and translates the often-overlooked motifs featuring Maltese heraldry into wearable prints.

MODEL: GABRIELLA AT SUPERNOVA MODELS HAIR: CHRIS GALEA FROM MICHAEL&GUY MAKE-UP: ELAINE GALEA

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“To make sure the dress feels and looks autumnal, my team and I opted for one print over another, and we zoomed in on parts of it “ he inspiration for this dress to make it look darker or to follows that of my latest collection _ATRONYMIC, which bring out the colours normally associated with the season,” could be seen as referring to both patronymic or matronymic [names the designer says. “In fact, the dress is all one pattern, derived from male or female ancestors, respectively],” Ritienne but the different parts used make it look like a mesh.” says. “The idea came about after Like many things Ritienne spotting coats of arms on various creates, the pattern determined historical ceilings including the cut – at least, to a certain those at Gozo’s Cathedral and extent. “Of course, that doesn’t the Grand Master’s Palace.” change the process of actually In Ritienne’s dress’s pattern, creating it, and we spent a there are many motifs that refer couple of weeks – on and off – to heraldry: the black-andcutting the pieces, sewing them white check stands for Vella and together, working on fittings, DeGiorgio, while the blackand finalising it,” she says. and-white diagonal lines are for She completed the look Mallia and Mamo. Then, at the with jewellery inspired by back, you can see the DeBattista African collars – all designed coat of arms, which can also by and created for herself. be found on the ceiling of the “I chose Gabriella to don Grand Master’s Palace itself. this dress. She is one of my model muses and I’ve known her since she started out in the industry. She has walked the catwalk in all of my shows.” n

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Ritienne Żammit started out in 2013, when she took part in Malta Fashion Week’s Upcoming Designers show. Since then, she has created six collections. Ritienne is particularly renowned for her prints, which focus on different stories and motifs related to Maltese history, architecture and life.

“The idea came about after spotting coats of arms on various, historical ceilings including those at Gozo’s Cathedral and the Grand Master’s Palace.”

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Big Bold Fashion

Dress from Verve; faux fur jacket from Oltre; trousers from Armani Exchange; shoes from Mango; Carrera sunglasses, Emporio Armani rings and Emporio Armani bracelet from Sun Lab.

Whether worn modestly or extravagantly – and be it animal print or checked – pattern is all the rage this autumn. STYLE ON SUNDAY takes the trend up a notch by mixing and matching this season’s must-have fashion items.

PHOTOGRAPHY: BERNARD POLIDANO STYLING: IGGY FENECH HAIR: CHRIS GALEA FROM MICHAEL&GUY MAKE-UP: CHRIS ATTARD FOR FRANKS, USING GUERLAIN MODEL: JUSTINA AT NOTICED MODELS

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Jumpsuit from LulĂš Boutique; top and shoes from Armani Exchange; bag from Furla; Tommy Hilfiger sunglasses and Emporio Armani watch from Sun Lab.

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Top from Oltre; trousers from Lulù Boutique; jacket from Verve; shoes from Mango; bag from Furla; Skagen watch and Emporio Armani bracelet from Sun Lab; scarf stylist’s own.

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Skirt by Betty Barclay, red jacket by Betty Barclay and aquamarine jacket by Betty & Co Grey from Mei Boutique; top from Verve; Juicy Couture sunglasses and Emporio Armani watch from Sun Lab.

Shirt, skirt, jacket and boots from Mango; bag from Furla; Emporio Armani ring and Skagen watch from Sun Lab; earrings from Verve.

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Dress and shoes from Verve; trousers from LulĂš Boutique; Emporio Armani necklace (used as bracelet) from Sun Lab.

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Maroon dress and snakeskin print dress from LulĂš Boutique; white shirt by Betty Barclay from Mei Boutique; shoes from Mango; bag from Furla; Skagen necklace from Sun Lab.

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FaceForward:

discover the latest in facial treatments Style on Sunday catches up with established plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Mr Demetris Stavrou MD MSc EBOPRAS, to get the lowdown on facial plastic surgery.

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here are many misconceptions on this subject. As we chat to him, Mr Stavrou points out straightaway that these treatments should not change one’s facial features. “Rhytidectomy (aka a facelift) is a popular procedure mainly among the older generation,” he says. “This surgery aims to tighten the facial skin to achieve a more youthful appearance.”

Mr Stavrou insists that this is a surgery that requires an eye for detail and explains that the results of a facelift should last a good 10 years. “During rejuvenation consultations, the client often reminisces about ‘bygone’ times when their face was tauter, smoother and more plump. I always encourage prospective patients to bring a photograph with them of when they were younger, so that I can better understand what they are expecting in terms of results.

“It is best to start with the part of your face that most concerns you. When you look in the mirror, what is the first area that you always notice and would like to improve? Is it the jawline? Naso-labial folds?

Excess upper eyelid skin? A puffy under eye area? A droopy brow? Sun-damaged skin?

Let this be your guide and try not to let anyone talk you into starting elsewhere.”

With rhinoplasty (or a ‘nose job’) the correction is often not just for appearance’s sake but also for functionality, and for the client’s psychological well-being. Mr Stavrou insists that such a procedure causes minimal discomfort afterwards, just like for eyelid surgery. “Brow lifting and upper or lower blepharoplasty, namely the removal of excess eyelid skin, may correct the sensation of heaviness and tiredness caused by the weight of sagging skin,” he continues. “As a result, the whole eye is reshaped and rejuvenated.”

He affirms that eyelid surgery is popular among men and women alike, since the improvement in one’s looks is drastic; it shaves years off with minimal downtime.

Considering that facial surgery is a leap that not everyone is willing to take, you could also start experimenting with temporary remedies such as dermal fillers for volume loss and botulinum toxin for expression lines. The correct administration of these treatments can achieve pleasant youthful results in no time. Peels and fractional laser skin resurfacing may also be used to improve skin quality, effectively reversing sun damage, environmental pollution and smoking-related damage.

“Taking care of your skin on a day-to-day basis is of utmost importance since many surgical treatments, including face-lifting, treat the sagging of the skin and not its quality,” Mr Stavrou explains. “Working as a plastic surgeon in different countries has shown me that sun damage is still underestimated in sunny Mediterranean countries, resulting in hyperpigmentation and loss of elasticity to the skin. When this happens, treatments to reverse such damage tend to need to be more invasive, with a longer downtime. So as the adage goes: prevention is better than cure.” n

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Making A great first

impression

Special days are all about making a great impression, creating good memories which last, getting noticed, and standing out from the crowd. Choosing the ideal venue for your occasion will certainly have the largest impact on the final outcome of your event.

With its unique historical sites and locations, Heritage Malta can provide you with an unrivalled selection of places which will guarantee you a successful experience.

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anging from the grounds of the megalithic temples that are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, to historical palaces and fortresses, Heritage Malta’s sites cannot fail to charm your guests. You simply have to determine your requirements and their professional team will guide you as to how to achieve your aspirations.

Creating the right ambience for your special occasion is imperative. The areas surrounding the UNESCO megalithic sites of Ħaġar Qim in Qrendi, the Tarxien Temples in Tarxien, and the Ġgantija Temples in Xagħra, Gozo, all have their own unique character which can serve for different occasions. However, they all share that fascinating appeal of monumental ancient structures that have survived the millennia.

The Grand Salon of the National Museum of Archaeology in Valletta is all about elaborate sophistication and class. Dating back to the 16th century and housed in the Auberge de Provence, the richly-painted walls and the wooden beamed ceiling of this magnificent room still permeate the glamour of the noble Knights of St John. A venue fit for a grand ball!

On the other hand, the reception area is ideal for book launches and receptions.

The Vilhena Palace Front Courtyard, which forms part of the National Museum of Natural History in Mdina, also resonates the elegance and grandeur of the Order of St John.

By selecting this site, you will give a Baroque taste to your event while enjoying the allure of the silent city of Mdina.

St Angelo Hall at the Malta Maritime Museum in Birgu is a multi-purpose space housed within the 19th-century building of the Old Royal Naval Bakery. Besides its historical value, this venue is enriched with a beautiful terrace which overlooks romantic views of the Birgu marina.

The historical garden, the Castellania Courtyard, and the Cardinal’s Hall at the Inquisitor’s Palace in Birgu can offer alternative venues for your activities ranging from al fresco occasions and corporate events, to product launches and standing receptions. A former seat of power, this solemn architectural gem provides a remarkable palatial setting that never fails to impress.

The farmhouse’s indoor and outdoor areas at Ta’ Bistra in Mosta are located on the archaeological site of a Paleochristian complex of catacombs. Designed to receive smaller audiences, this site is also furnished with a children’s playground area. Meanwhile, the tunnel connecting the two sections of the catacombs is a truly original location if you would like to add an element of surprise for your guests.

The Audio-Visual Hall, the Children’s Pavilion, and the outdoor areas of St Paul’s Catacombs in Rabat, Malta, are available for particular events. The hall is fully-equipped with a cinema set-up, including a high-end projector and screen. The children’s area is a colourful space within an interesting historical setting.

The outside area is optimal for receptions, nature trails or meditation sessions.

The striking historical sites of Fort St Elmo and Fort St Angelo are in a league of their own. Bold and dominant, they offer a variety of spaces that are ideal for different uses, including concerts, corporate events, dinners, fashion shows, product launches, receptions, wine tastings and weddings. Their strength lies in the mighty historical backdrops that overlook overwhelming sea views that change their colourful tones at sunset.

Luxurious, exclusive, magical, enchanting, stunning. Such are the lingering sensations that your guests will relish when you opt for any of the distinctive sites of Heritage Malta. n

More information is available on Heritage Malta’s venues section www.exclusivevenues.org or by sending an email to info@heritagemalta.org

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Beauty At Its Best Owned by Sue Caruana and her daughter Justine Cassano, Beauty Inc

by Sue is a small company that specialises in nails, foot care and semipermanent make-up, as well as the distribution of professional products.

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e are a team of dedicated and enthusiastic professionals who really enjoy doing our job,” Sue explains, when asked about Beauty Inc by Sue. “We all believe in regular education to keep up-to-date with the industry, and we also represent three of the best brands on the market: Andreia Professional Gel Products, Footlogix Pediceutical Products and Jacky M Iconic Lashes.”

Education and quality products are key to success here, ensuring that clients receive treatments from professional therapists who use only the best. “Clients think that having their nails or a pedicure done are basic services. “They do not realise how much education and practice are needed to do a good job, and how much product knowledge and experience a tech must have to be able to resolve any issues their clients may have. Beyond all that, a nail tech must be educated enough to know when to direct the client to a doctor if needed.”

As Sue explains, what some people do not understand or appreciate is that incorrect use of products or a lack of education will lead to problems such as long-term

allergies, infections, ingrown toenails and so much more. Technicians who charge low prices for their services are not investing in education and quality products.

“There are many girls who think that following a few YouTube tutorials makes them ready to perform treatments on unsuspecting clients. They buy super cheap products online and charge low prices that the clients think are great! But this is a short-term view; you may save a few euro

initially but, when you end up with a severe reaction in your eye due to cheap lash glue, or a bad fungal infection on your nails, or a viral infection on your feet, the cost of medication and the long-term issues will far outweigh the original savings,” Sue stresses.

And it’s the same with microblading and micropigmentation. “A three-day course does not qualify you to perform these services on clients. It takes hours of practice and years of education to get to a high level of understanding in this job.

Cheap prices are always an indication of lack of experience and/or qualifications.

Anyone who spends so much money on learning a trade will charge accordingly.

Choose your service providers wisely!” n Beauty Inc by Sue forms part of the Niumee team. It operates its main service point from its cutting-edge, med-aesthetic and beauty centre in Mrieħel, and also runs a second, smaller outlet in Rue D’Argens, Gzira.

T: 2032 0100/2099 7785.

Find them on Facebook.

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u ARMANI EXCHANGE This Armani Exchange quilted coat in chevron pattern and matte black hue comes with a detachable hoodie, a slim eco-leather belt and large collar. €335. Available from Armani Exchange, The Point, Sliema, T: 2060 1193 or Bay Street, St Julian’s, T: 2060 1263 , W: www.trilogy.com.mt

UNODE50 The hand-made necklace from the UnoDe50 Crush collection features an innovative design that will certainly turn heads! €129.

Available from UnoDe50 Concept Store in Tower Road, Sliema, T: 2203 5407.

p FOSSIL Minimalist design and smart technology come together in the stunningly beautiful Fossil Q Commuter. €199. Available from Sun Lab shops or VIP outlets, W: www.sunlab.com.mt

READY FOR t HEBE A mother of pearl dial with Swarovski crystal details and a rose gold-coated steel bracelet merge to create the beautiful Iris Fuscia timepiece. €180.

Available from HEBE, Malta International Airport, T: 2203 5111.

t DR. GRANDEL The Ultra Sensitive Series by Dr. Grandel was especially designed for those with extremely sensitive and reactive skin. For trade enquiries, contact CAREWELL

by Reactilab, M: 9982 8498, E: sales@ reactilab.com

p CLARINS If you’ve always dreamed of practically invisible pores, Clarins Pore Control Expert Serum can now make it a reality.

Available from authorised Clarins outlets and exclusively distributed by von Brockdorff Imports Ltd, T: 2123 2141.

t LULÙ BOUTIQUE Whether it’s animal print, great texture or fabulous material you’re after, keep it simple and make a statement this autumn with the gorgeous new clothes from Lulù Boutique, Ta’ Xbiex Seafront, T: 2133 1026.

Autumn

p DOLCE&GABBANA Dolce&Gabbana Beauty proudly presents two alluring new perfumes: The Only One for her, and The One Grey for him.

Dolce&Gabbana is exclusively represented

by C+M Marketing Ltd, T: 2142 4079.

t DR. GRANDEL Timeless by Dr. Grandel promotes firmer, smoother contours and helps maintain the skin’s youthful firmness and elasticity. For trade enquiries, contact CAREWELL by Reactilab, M: 9982 8498, E: sales@reactilab.com

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Get THE look!

DARE TO BE

Different This season’s make-up look is all about you.

Make-up: CHRIS ATTARD FOR FRANKS, USING GUERLAIN Hair: CHRIS GALEA FROM MICHAEL&GUY Model: DENISE KIM GAFA Photography: BERNARD POLIDANO

1 Start by applying the perfect make-up base.

Guerlain’s new Abeille Royal Bee Glow Aqua Cushion has a unique gel formula that cushions the skin, while refreshing and hydrating it. It’s the ultimate primer to use before your foundation.

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Once your foundation is done, shift your focus to your eyes and accentuate them with a strong eye shadow. We love Guerlain’s 5 Colour Eye Shadow Palette, and we used Shade 3 (Croque D’Or) to achieve this look. Each shade can be applied alone or layered, and the result is reflective, which makes your eyes look bigger and brighter.

Of course, it is a good mascara that will complete this look. This season is all about volume, so choose a mascara that achieves exactly that.

We recommend Guerlain’s Maxi Lash So Volume Mascara in Deep Black.

It will thicken your lashes in no time and sculpt them to perfection.

And, once you have perfect eyes, then move on to perfect cheekbones!

Highlight yours with Guerlain’s brilliant new Blush and Highlighter Duo, which gives a professional result in one quick step. The integrated powder puff is not only great for applying the product, but gives a more blended finish.

Finally, get those lips in shape with a gorgeous new shade of lipstick.

Perfect for the season, we picked Guerlain’s KissKiss in Shade 344 Sexy Coral. Aside from loving the lipstick itself, we also love the packaging – it’s a work of art!

STYLEtip

Yes the weather is getting cooler, but that doesn’t mean UV rays have gone away. Make sure to keep your beauty box full of products that fight the sun, as well as pollution.

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Creating Solutions for All Your Beauty Needs Over the past eight years, the Mayfair Clinic by Audrey has specialised in hair removal. However, 2018 has brought new beginnings, and the clinic has expanded its portfolio of services to offer additional therapies. It is now proud to introduce to its esteemed clientele more of a holistic approach to beauty.

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ayfair Clinic, launched in 2011 by the talented Audrey Aquilina, flourished into a highly soughtafter clinic focusing on hair removal technology over the past eight years. It has since been a pioneer in the laser hair removal industry, treating thousands of clients using the finest Candela laser machines. 2018, however, marked the start of a new chapter for Mayfair Clinic, as it spread its wings to wider horizons with the launch of brand-new premises offering a fresh and bright ambience to clients. It also applied a more holistic approach by offering a wide selection of high-end beauty and body treatments, making it the ideal one-stop-shop for the 21st-century woman or man.

Mayfair’s Lavish Facial Treatments

Whether you want to treat pigmentation, post acne scarring, ageing or simply replenish your skin, Mayfair Clinic’s facial professionals can recommend one of the many effective skin treatments that are best suited for you. Using top-quality beauty products, the highly-trained therapist will evaluate and analyse your skin to provide you with nothing but the best service when it comes to achieving your desired results, paired with expert home care advice and a supply of take-home products to prolong your experience.

Enticing Holistic Massages

Treating Unsightly Cellulite

A luxury or a need? It is claimed that massages offer physical benefits. Whether you feel tired, stressed, suffer from headaches or back pain, or experience any other form of physical exhaustion, massages stimulate the body’s natural healing powers, boost the immune system and alleviate pain to leave you feeling refreshed and renewed. Mayfair’s highly-trained therapists can guide you through the perfect treatment for your needs – from a relaxing full body massage to an Indian head massage or Reflexology, or even a sports or lymphatic drainage massage to help you get back to your A-game.

Mayfair uses the latest VelaShape technology to diminish cellulite and tone the skin, providing a solution to every woman’s concern. VelaShape technology combines infrared light, bipolar radio frequency energy and vacuums, which cause deep heating of the fat cells.

VelaShape has a proven record of gradual smoothing of the skin’s surface, with a noticeable reduction in cellulite together with a circumferential reduction and noticeable reshaping of the treated area. Most of Mayfair’s clients describe VelaShape as comfortable and liken the treatment to a warm deep-tissue massage.

The All-Time Popular Laser Hair Removal

This is what Mayfair is most famous for. Laser hair removal works by using a laser to target and selectively heat the hair follicle. The laser is attracted to the melanin in the hair follicle where it is converted to heat energy that can destroy the stem cell in the hair follicle and prevent its future growth. Mayfair Clinic offers a free consultation and a patch test, together with various affordable laser packages. n To sum it all up, Mayfair Clinic, together with the brilliant managing director and her exceptionally friendly and professional team, can provide you with top-notch beauty services, making sure to satisfy your every need.

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Take a

brow Beverly Hills-trained make-up artist Diandra Mattei takes us into the life-changing world of modern, naturallooking, permanent make-up.

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hen you think of permanent make-up, chances are your mind immediately conjures up images of dark, blocky eyebrows and lip-liner that looks like it’s been drawn on with a marker. In fact, that’s the reason why so many people are still wary of permanent make-up to this day. But exaggerated eyebrows and cartoonish lips are trademarks of the old-fashioned way that, thankfully, seems to be going the way of the dodo. Modern permanent makeup can be used to make a woman’s face look better and more natural, rather than drawing attention to the make-up itself.

Award-winning beauty guru Diandra Mattei, who trained with renowned eyebrow artists in Beverly Hills, offers her expert permanent make-up services from her salon in Swieqi. “In the last couple of years, permanent make-up has really evolved. Nowadays, it’s all about enhancing your features, and making it all look natural. You don’t want something to look like it doesn’t belong to you. If it looks fake, it’s failed – that’s the beauty of the art.”

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Diandra talks about the latest techniques to apply permanent make-up for your eyebrows. The first is microblading, where the beauty practitioner draws each individual eyebrow hair on by hand, stroke by stroke, using a hand-held tool. “The needles are very fine, so each stroke looks just like it’s your own hair.” However, microblading may not be suitable for everyone, particularly if you have sensitive skin, or oily skin, as the excess oil tends to blur the strokes. It may also not be an option if you have previous permanent make-up on, because old pigments tend to stick around. In this case, Diandra says, the other option is the ombré brow.

“Ombré still provides a very natural look for your eyebrows.

It’s darker on the bottom and on the tail, but the higher the eyebrow goes, the lighter it gets, hence the name. It looks quite intense immediately after the process is over but, after 10 days, it will have softened by about 50 per cent. We can also combine ombré with microblading. The ombré procedure creates a full

brow and makes hair look denser, while the microblading strokes make it look as natural as possible. It’s a beautiful result.”

If you’re interested in a permanent make-up procedure, Diandra recommends booking a consultation first and foremost.

“During a consultation we can discuss whether you’re on any medication, since they can interfere with pigments, and use modifiers to combat them. People on blood thinners or diabetes medication should avoid microblading and in many cases require a physician’s approval to perform any form of permanent make-up.”

Once the consultation is carried out and the appropriate method is determined, it’s time to get those eyebrows on. The treatment takes a maximum of two hours, the longest part of which is the eyebrow design aspect. “I always work on bone structure, and try to work with the natural shape of the eyebrows. For example, if you have a round face and want square eyebrows, it’s going to look very off. I always advise my clients

to leave as much hair on their eyebrows as they can; then, they come to me, we’ll draw around what they have, and we’ll shape it from there. I use a scale grid to make sure everything is level. Until the client is 150 per cent convinced and happy with their look, we don’t do anything.” Diandra also says that she uses a numbing cream, so the nearest you’ll get to feeling pain is the sensation of tweezing.

“Many of my clients are people who have lost their eyebrows over the years. The fact that they suddenly have eyebrows again after the treatment really gives their self-esteem a boost and makes them feel good about themselves. When a client looks at their new eyebrows and gives me a big hug – that’s the best part of my job,” Diandra smiles.

The healing process varies from microblading to ombré. While a healing microbladed eyebrow might look slightly red, but heal quite quickly, ombré takes around 10 days to heal, and the process involves scabbing. But whether you opt for microblading

or ombré, Diandra says you have to be dedicated to the aftercare too.

“You can’t wet your eyebrows for four days, so that the pigment retains and won’t be diluted. That means no sweating, no swimming, and very careful showering.” The client also has to continuously use sunblock, and avoid skin creams containing retinol or whitening agents. But it’s worth the effort – a properly-maintained permanent eyebrow treatment will last for up to a year-and-a-half. “I always tell my clients – 90 per cent of this work is my job, but the other 10 per cent is up to you,” Diandra says.

Besides her marvellous permanent eyebrow make-up services, Diandra has just introduced another service in the salon – lip tints. “They’re not nearly as abrasive as the old-style lip tattoos.

There’s very little trauma to the skin, so it’s practically pain-free. The beauty of this technique is that it’s not a very harsh look – it just provides a very soft, subtle glow to the lip, evening out the texture and the shape. It doesn’t enlarge it, but it provides a nice, healthy, natural hue – perfect for people who feel like they can’t go out without slicking on a coat of lipstick in the morning!” n

Diandra Mattei | Face | Body | Hands, 62, Triq il-Ktajjen, Swieqi. T: 2099 1681; E: info@diandramattei.com; W: www.diandramattei.com; IG: diandramattei_makeupartist. You can also book online through the Facebook page: Diandra Mattei Face-Body-Hands.

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Replacing old bridges with

IMPLANTS If you need to replace a missing tooth, there are alternatives to a fixed bridge today. Here, dental and implant surgeon Dr Jean Paul Demajo highlights why implants could be the perfect solution.

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he most popular way to replace a missing tooth used to be with a fixed bridge. That procedure would involve trimming one or more teeth on either side of the missing tooth, and fixing a conventional metal-ceramic bridge to each of the supporting teeth. The bridge literally bridges the gap with a suspended tooth in the middle of the supporting teeth.

Dr Jean Paul Demajo, Dental and Implant Surgeon

There are advantages to this, namely: • It’s quick • It looks good • It has a very good track record • It is strong and reliable • And, it is cheaper than implants.

However there are disadvantages too, namely: • The lifetime of a bridge is dependent on the supporting teeth • If supporting teeth fail, the bridge fails too and will need replacing • Trimming the teeth causes irreversible loss of healthy tooth tissue • Your supporting teeth may require a root canal treatment • The area of missing tooth below the bridge will continue to lose bone • The bridge may need changing after around 10 years • Maintaining good hygiene below the bridge may be difficult.

Today, the most widely-recognised method for replacing missing teeth is through dental implants. This involves the insertion of a fixture or screw in the jaw. Once healed, a tooth is attached onto it. It is a method that may be utilised to replace single or multiple missing teeth.

Similarly, there are both advantages and disadvantages to dental implants. The advantages are: • The implant will be independent from other teeth • Implants have a very good track record • They help maintain bone and thus reduce bone loss • The aesthetics are very good.

The disadvantages are that: • The procedure is expensive • It is not suitable for every patient • Oral hygiene must be well kept • It involves surgery • The treatment can take a long time to execute • It is a sensitive procedure.

It is important to know that not every patient is a good candidate for bridges – and the same actually applies for implants.

Make time to understand your options and listen to your physician’s advice about what is best for you! Ask your dentist. n

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intra-oral before treatment

intra-oral after treatment

A middle-aged lady opted to remove a bridge put in place many years ago to replace two missing teeth. The six-tooth bridge spanned across the patient’s front teeth, fixing them all together. The bridge was supported by four of the patient’s natural teeth, with another two teeth suspended on it to replace the missing teeth. Two implants were inserted in the jaw to eventually replace the two missing teeth. Once healed the once six-tooth fixed bridge was replaced by six individual full ceramic crowns: four on the natural teeth and two on the implants. This solution allows for better aesthetics and hygiene maintenance.

A Case Study

Extra-oral before treatment

Extra-oral after treatment

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OctoberAhoy!

Pleasures and treasures abound at Valletta Waterfront Join in the seafaring, corsair-themed month of free activities. Enjoy quality time with family, friends and other rowdy swashbucklers against a backdrop of historic bastions, fortifications and the sea.

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ctober’s balmy weather is perfect for a stroll along the promenade by the water’s edge. For those in search of a relaxing time with good food and entertainment, the Valletta Waterfront’s restaurants, bars and shops present a variety of offerings catering to different tastes. This family-friendly destination within a maritime hub, has proved to be a highly popular destination in recent years. The small chapel of the Flight to Egypt by the Holy Family further creates a unique ‘village’ ambience.

Every Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon during October, the Valletta Waterfront will present a mix of music, giveaways and fun, life-size educational games for all.

Little guests can also enjoy free activities such as balloon modelling, face painting, crafts, games, colouring-ins, meet and greets with their all-time favourite characters, puppet shows, bouncy castles and more.

The Armed Forces of Malta will once again organise an Open Day for the general public at the Valletta Waterfront, on the afternoon and evening of Saturday 20th October 2018.

During this event, the AFM will showcase various assets ranging from helicopters, vehicles, weapons and a mini assault course, to give those present a taste of military stamina.

A special opportunity shall also be taken to

display various sea assets that the AFM owns in order to allow the general public to take a closer look at its roles and responsibilities out at sea.

The atmosphere at Valletta Waterfront will take on a scary tinge, as the promenade will go orange and black for Halloween. For the last weekend in October, as well as on the evening of 31st October, look out for spooky Halloween fun, including trick-or-treating and roaming children’s animation along the waterfront. Mysterious silhouettes will appear against the coloured doors of the historic Valletta Waterfront buildings.

Little ones will have the opportunity for trick and treating, trying their hands at fun Halloween crafts, or simply jumping around on one of the bouncy castles. Eerie nautical characters will roam the promenade with treats. Attendees are invited to join in the fun and wear a costume! n All activities are free of charge.

For more information about October at the Valletta Waterfront visit www.vallettawaterfront.com/octoberahoy

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Imagination in Action:

Discover the New Season at Spazju Kreattiv In a beautiful event held on its little-known rooftop, Spazju Kreattiv launched its exciting brand-new programme for 2018/2019. Here, Carla Zahra takes a look at the highlights to come, and makes her pick of the best arthouse film, intimate theatre, and visual art to give you your culture-hit this season.

Transformer, In Limbus

by Ro Caminal

Tout le Monde Aime le Bord de la Mer is one of the films showing during the RIMA Film Festival on European Cinema Day

European Art Cinema Day

Agnès Varda Season

14 October

Until 3 November

This one’s for all the European cinema aficionados! Take a seat and immerse yourself in the world of European cinema as CICAE and Europa Cinemas have teamed up with over 600 arthouse cinemas – including Spazju Kreattiv – to curate a diverse programme packed with film screenings, guest speakers, events and exhibitions, and more. This year’s screenings include Viaggio in Italia by Roberto Rossellini, the German film A Dysfunctional Cat, Ernest et Celestin for children, as well as films from the Rima Film Festival.

Also for cinema-lovers, this series of four films from one of cinema’s most respected directors, follows her career from the early Cleo from 5 to 7, to her most recent work Faces, Places. Faces Places sees iconic, 90-year-old auteur Agnès Varda forging an unlikely partnership with enigmatic photographer JR as they embark on a road trip unlike any other. Varda and JR share a lifelong passion for images and how they’re created, displayed and shared; when the pair first met they instantly recognised the opportunity for a unique collaboration,

resulting in a charming and lifeaffirming look at the power of community and the inspiration that can emerge from the most unexpected of friendships.

De-Terminated

19-21, 26-28 October One of the most talked-about plays of the season, DeTerminated by Herman Grech, premiers at Spazju Kreattiv next weekend. This one-act piece approaches the abortion issue in Malta from the varying perspectives of six characters, all of which are based on real-life experiences gathered from a series of in-depth interviews.

As the last country in Europe

where abortion remains illegal, the play begs the question: are we ready to talk about it?

Maltese Funny Business

27 October, 24 November, 22 December, 19 January Get ready to laugh your head off during a live stand-up comedy show showcasing some of Malta’s up-andcoming comedians. Since its launch in 2017, Maltese Funny Business has injected new life into the local comedy circuit, by sourcing young, fresh and Maltese comedians. To kick things off, this first show on 27 October will welcome US comedian Sid Singh to join

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A View from Nisġa showing work by Darren Tanti and Carmelo Mangion

the Maltese Funny Business comedy company for an evening that will leave you in stitches!

Transformer: In Limbus

Until 28 October Have you ever wondered what reality for migrants in Malta is like? In Limbus invites us to examine the link between migrants and the building industry, a story that is characterised by feelings of impermanence, being transitory and disenchantment. This topical visual arts exhibition forms part of the diverse two-year project – Transformer – presented

by Blitz, in collaboration with Central Saint Martins, London.

Nisġa: Storja Kontemporanja

Until 4 November

Wander through a display of 20th- and 21st-century Maltese art – sourced from both private and public collections – as you piece together the puzzle that is the identity of the Maltese artist. Curated by Irene Biolchini and Sandro Debono, Nisġa is an exploration of these artists’ personae, tracing their similarities and also exposing their differences, all of which contribute to the moulding of a shared cultural memory.

Rima: to be [defined]

Until 4 November Also, speaking about migration, mobility and the personal experience, this insightful exhibition questions the sociallyconstructed definition of the migrant, and how those same representations affect the reality of the migrant subject on a

Last year's winning image of the Wiki Loves Monuments competition

daily basis. Curated by Virginia Monteforte, to be [defined] also explores the means by which the subjects manage to reclaim their individual identity through a revolutionary struggle.

Wiki Loves Monuments

1 November-2 December Experience Maltese heritage through the photographers’

lens in this micro-exhibition of Malta’s most cherished historical sites. The display features past and current submissions to the annual Wiki Loves Monuments competition – organised by Wikimedia – which provides a platform for sharing cultural knowledge through every photographer’s unique vision of the islands. n

Faces, Places directed by veteran film-maker Agnès Varda

A View from Nisġa showing work by (l to r) Anton Agius, Gabriel Caruana and Josef Kalleya

To view the full SpazjuKreattiv 2018/2019 programme, visit www.kreattivita.org

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Reflective Surfaces p Mirrored surfaces don’t just look great, they also help reflect the light. Add colour and brightness to any room with this mirrored square wall clock (¤99.90), this two-picture photo frame (¤29.90) or this single-photo frame (¤18.90).

Bar Necessities p Take hosting and entertaining to the next level with this LSA Tatra decanter (¤92.90) and four tumblers (¤69.90), this silver peanut dish (¤49.90) and this silver two-tier dispenser (¤55.90).

Shabby Chic u When something is worn, it shows that the object’s been used, loved and valued.

Get that feeling with this distressed hexagon lantern (¤71.90), or candle holders (¤41.90 for large; ¤34.90 for small).

Luxury Fancies q Beautiful and sleek, these silver goblet candle holders (¤132.90 for large; ¤81.90 for small) and this silver temple jar (¤168) are proof that opulence never goes out of style.

INTERIOR DELIGHTS FROM

ONE TWO ONE INTERIORS

All available from One Two One Interiors, 21st September Avenue, Naxxar, T: 2142 2948/9; and Qui-Si-Sana Seafront, Sliema, T: 2132 3155/65, W: www.onetwoone.eu

Beautiful Canvases q Showcase your culinary achievements on a beautiful surface that oozes taste, with this Royal Bone China – Odett Platinum dinner set.

Timeless Beauties A statement piece doesn’t necessarily have to be something out of this world. Sometimes, the most understated items can catch the eye. So beautify your home with this studded silver mirror measuring 90x120cm (¤495), this silver floor lamp complete with shade (¤145), and this silver stool-cum-table (¤170).

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Gorgeous Gardens

Returned to

Nature Marie-Claire Grima visits three permaculture sites – all beautiful gardens in beloved homes – to find out what they can teach us about sustainability, regeneration and our relationship with Mother Earth.

PHOTOGRAHY: ALAN CARVILLE

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ermaculture is a system of farming and gardening that replicates the patterns and features observed in natural ecosystems, with practitioners seeking to work with nature, rather than struggle against it. Originally developed in Australia, the practice has spread all over the world, and its appeal lies in how easy it is to implement and maintain, as long as you put some research and thought behind it. With Malta getting increasingly built-up and polluted, and most of us living in urban areas, it may be hard to imagine keeping a few houseplants alive, let alone growing your own food and cultivating a spiritual connection to Mother Nature. But some local practitioners are managing to do so, and trying to encourage others to join them on the journey.

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Photo by Kai Holland

Andreas Wil Gerdes and Kinga Milankovics “

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ermaculture should be taught at kindergarten and primary schools – we don’t need toxic materials to deal with nature,” says Andreas Wil Gerdes, who owns Juno Heights Garden in Marsaxlokk. It’s a well-established villa-garden that was built in the 1950s, and has, for the past three years, been in the process of being converted into a permaculture garden. “It simply means applying common sense and allowing nature to give you the guidance to run the place. If you give nature its space, it’ll do magic – we seem to forget that at times.”

The key person responsible for the transformation of Juno Heights Garden is Kinga Milankovics, who first encountered the concept of permaculture at Hungary’s St Istvan University in 1995, where she was a lecturer and researcher for 14 years. “To have a permaculture garden, there is no need for a full-time farmer or gardener. A permaculture gardener’s aim is to maintain balance in their garden. The majority of the work is about increasing biodiversity, creating habitats, keeping and storing energy, water and biomass within the garden, cutting back overgrowth, harvesting, and enjoying being part of the thing,” she beams.

Andreas confirms that the transformation has been remarkable. “The number of animals and species which have returned to the space is phenomenal. It’s very healthy for the kids, and everyone living there.”

The most rewarding part of this project for Kinga is simply being in the garden, and observing the flourishing biodiversity within it. “A healthy permaculture garden has a very different energy, compared to a traditional garden. It is alive and peaceful, not artificial. When people visit, as guests or on open days, they feel the difference in energy.

They say it is healing, deeply relaxing and calming. For me, being part of that is a great source of happiness, allowing me to connect with nature and my own spirituality.”

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Paul Thompson, Louise Stoten, and Balint Matecsa

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aul Thompson and Louise Stoten have had their farmhouse in Ħal-Far for four years, but their ‘food forest’ is only about two years old. “Originally, when we bought the property, it was a vineyard that was pretty much dead and barren. We had to dig everything up, as the soil depth was really shallow. Although the site is still in its early stages, the food forests are growing much quicker now, and are showing improvements in diversity” Paul says. The couple grow countless different kinds of crops on their property, and have planted around 200 trees in all.

“Most of the literature is about tropical, wet climates – here the challenge is water,” Louise says. “It’s tricky in this climate, and Malta has a shortage of natural water supply. You read a lot in the books and learn all the theory but trial and error is what it’s all about. It’s all a question of figuring out what works and what doesn’t, and not getting too hung up about it.”

One of the people tending to Paul and Louise’s food farm is Balint Matecsa, who creates ecologically-sound gardens.

“I visit this farm every few months and continue the work. Being creative is a must. I mainly use materials found onsite like stone, wood, or reed. I make compost from weeds and kitchen waste with the help of worms. I love diversity, so I plant a lot of things all around, and I’m constantly looking for new plant species which can be integrated into the system. I try to create small scenes one can stumble upon if going for a walk in the garden.”

Balint says that while human interaction, unsustainable practices, and misuse of land have degraded the environment, permaculture can help turn back this process. “The term sustainability alone is not sufficient anymore – we need to be regenerative. We can give back some space to Mother Nature while enjoying the benefits at the same time. These benefits can vary, from healthy crops and happier animals, to lower costs and labour inputs. A permaculture system is more energy-efficient and resilient, but also provides diverse and colourful scenery, filled with wildlife like reptiles, birds, bees and butterflies.”

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Peppi Gauci

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eppi Gauci’s interest in natural systems started when he was still a child.

When he was 18, he decided to travel the world, and his voyages took him to India, South America, and Australia, where all his possessions were stolen. “I sought and found refuge on my first permaculture farm.

From then on, it has been one long journey, going from place to place, and exploring different projects and opportunities.”

He now runs the idyllic Bahrija Oasis, a permaculture haven in the middle of the Bahrija countryside. “It’s a Mediterranean food forest,” he says. “We don’t just think of it in terms of a normal farm – we want to create a biosphere, a whole opportunity for biodiversity to flourish.” Using his Master’s degree in Natural Architecture, as well as his keen interest in everything to do with permaculture, Peppi has devised a number of ingenious structures at Baħrija Oasis, including composting toilets and an aquaponics system. “I do my own research and experimentation. But in nature, everything gardens. Just think about a disused building – if it’s abandoned, nature reclaims it. Once you understand nature’s systems and implement them, you’re practising permaculture – helping nature do in 10 years what it would do, on its own, in 1,000.”

At Bahrija Oasis you’ll find a wide variety of crops growing, including Peppi’s prized red amaranth. He supplies around 30

restaurants in Malta with his fresh, organic produce. Bahrija Oasis also hosts a number of workshops on gardening, plant-based food, and permaculture, as well as personal development, meditation and yoga, which are held in the geodesic domes within the farm.

“Permaculture works everywhere,” Peppi says. “It’s not about cultivating food, it’s about designing yourself and the space around you in a way that’s more environmentally friendly, and makes better use of the natural resources available to you.” n

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AutumnUPDATE

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“Small things can make a big difference,” says MARISE PACE from Grey & Adler. “In fact, it’s the details that often make a place stand out. Having said that, always make sure that the objects you surround yourself with are also functional.”

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PRACTICAL Beautiful 1. Reflect Your Mood

Round mirrors offer a softer look than the traditional square or rectangular mirrors and, therefore, can help to create an outstanding feature in any space.

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2. Ordinarily Useful

Garden stools can be so many things: a colorful accent piece, a charming side table, a textural element. They can sit on their own or be clustered in sets of twos and threes. They’re a great solution for small spaces, such as reading nooks, bedside tables, vanity areas, or bathrooms, and can be nested under console tables in entryways and living rooms for added visual interest.

3. Practical Numbers

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This small number is incredibly practical and perfect for that little corner in the living room. Use it as a side table or, when you need extra seating – voila! – you have four extra places.

4. Small Changes

Vases can be great seasonal fillers as you transition your décor from summer to winter. During the colder months, add a few branches or twigs to inject some seasonal flare into your home.

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5. Hosting Made Sleek

Create the perfect style spot in your living room with a drinks trolley masterpiece. It’s the perfect place to display your beautiful barware and impress your guests when hosting.

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6. Take a Seat

From statement silhouettes to slipper seats, accent chairs are the key players in any room.

Here are two stunning versions of such chairs, which you can use around your home.

7. Think Multifunctional

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Since the 18th century, nesting tables have added beauty and functionality to interior spaces.

Use them together or scatter them about, either way, they are always a great and practical item to have around the house.

8. Organised Beauty

Whether the chest has two drawers or 15, or whether it’s decorative or utilitarian, the drawers can hold (or hide) a multitude of objects, giving you a cleaner, more organised space. But more than just the drawers are useful: the top of a chest is a great place to display lamps, plants, photos, and your latest decorations.

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“Autumn is approaching and, with it, the countryside will slowly come to life again thanks to the muchneeded rains and softer, golden rays of sunlight. Brilliant tones on leaves, blossoms and berries are welcomed into our homes, as nature indeed serves as inspiration with a wonderful array of colours during this time of year,” says GABRIELLA ARCIDIACONO, the sales and marketing director for Boris Arcidiacono.

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Autumn GLOW 1. Nine-to-Five Comforts

We spend most of our waking hours at the office, so it’s important to invest in a good chair that will support your back. The ZEUS has a seductive design that makes it, first and foremost, comfortable to sit in and enables good posture. In fact, at the core of the concept lies a synchronised mechanism that follows the natural movement of the pelvis, hips and knee joints.

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2. Beauty Sleep

Like laying down to sleep in a meadow of flowers, let yourself be carried off into wildly intense or wonderfully enchanting dreams with vibrant IDA linen. The lively sea of flowers comes in a choice of two fall colour schemes: IDA blanc in delicate nudes, pinks and blues, and IDA bleu, with its wild and powerful colour scheme.

3. Chic Comfort

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Falsely prudent with its liberty print, the LUTECE bed set celebrates the elegant Parisian decoration. The red background, dense and warm as it is, brings the roses, daisies and berries out, with a cream base and green, orange and purple touches. Spruce this up with plainlycoloured, textured accessories.

4. Beautifully Warm

Sit back and relax in a NOBILE cashmere plaid, which can also be perfectly combined with the current fall/winter bed linen collections.

These luxurious home accessories are made of wonderfully soft and lightweight cashmere fibres that breathe elegance and quality.

5. Enveloping Stunners

This elegant bathrobe is guaranteed to make you feel cosy and comfortable, particularly thanks to its inner lining made of fine Satin Noblesse that also creates an additional decorative element. The bathrobe features the IDA blanc floral design, which is part of Schlossberg’s 2018 fall/winter collection.

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6. Home Entertainment

As the days get shorter and colder, there is nothing more homey than staying in and watching a film with your loved ones. The patented Stressless Plus® and Glide® system doesn’t just look great but it’s amazingly functional and smartly designed.

7. Completely Yours

A good night’s sleep can work miracles, particularly in an Auping Original, which features a bed base and mattress that can both be ergonomically attuned to your body. Finally, make it totally yours by completing your Auping with a headboard in one of the 89 fabrics available.

8. Relax in Style

The Stressless Sky has an inviting look with a heavenly feel. The enveloping cushions combined with all the Stressless comfort features – as well as the neatly placed buttons on the back and seat – provide ultimate comfort and a retro-inspired look. The insert in the headrest is easily adjustable to provide the finishing touch of comfort.

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“Scandinavian design is beautiful in its simplicity,” says MARCUS BONNICI, the managing director of JYSK. “That’s why it’s always a good place to start when changing your décor from one season to another.”

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Nordic MOODS 1. Needs and Wants

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Simple design is the signature of Nordic design, and it goes well in practically any type of décor. This elegant cabinet is not just pretty to look at, however…

It’s also incredibly functional and lets you display items while keeping them safe.

2. A Good Base

Comfort is incredibly important while sleeping, but we don’t all like or need the same things! The Boxelevation bed allows for each side of the bed to be individually adjusted, allowing you to make the most of your night.

3. Light Up!

Lamps give light, sure, but they are also ways to show off taste and beautify your home.

Place them on bedside tables or on the chest of drawers in the corridor to add a new dimension of aesthetics to your home.

4. Small but Mighty

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Accent cushions can spruce up a boring sofa or chair, and even provide an added level of comfort.

This autumn, we have really gone to town with cushions, and we have dozens for you to choose from in different colours, textures, shapes and colours.

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5. Naked Flames

Ambience is something we expect in a restaurant or a hotel lobby, but what about our homes? Candles help us set the mood for those romantic nights in or when entertaining. Moreover, what spells holiday season better than a candle? Maybe a Christmas tree, but it’s not time for that just yet.

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6. Store for Tomorrow

Whether it’s to put away photos or work documents, a beautiful storage box can really brighten up your space. Available in a variety of sizes and patterns, the examples shown here are as functional as they are pretty.

7. Life’s Pleasures

A throw is the difference between a showroombed and a bed you just can’t resist getting into.

So invest in a few and help set the mood for the darker days to come. You’ll thank yourself for it as you curl up under one!

8. Rug Benefits

As the colder weather starts seeping through the limestone, rugs and carpets help to keep your home warm. Rugs also have many additional benefits, including reducing dust, enhancing acoustics, and providing grip on slippery surfaces. n

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t NESTLÉ MILO It’s back! This nutritious beverage is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, and made from four simple ingredients: milk powder, malt barley, sugar and cocoa. It also contains calcium for strong teeth and bones. For both adults and children, NESTLÉ Milo can be prepared with hot or cold milk, or water. Available from all major retail stores.

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p NESCAFÉ GOLD BLEND Your coffee break just got more refined. The new Nescafé Gold Blend contains mountaingrown Arabica coffee that has been carefully roasted to perfection and finely microground, for a richer, flavour-packed gulp.

Now available across the Maltese Islands in all major retail stores. t MG FIRELOGS We love the ambience created by the flickering of flames and the crackling of wood coming from a range of quality firewood, premium wood pellets and eco-briquettes. Available from MG Firelogs, D19 Midland Park, Burmarrad, T: 9989 2320, W: www.mgfirelogs.com

p GIO.BATTA DELIA The eye-catching Spode Blue Italian pattern has been going strong for over 200 years! Get tableware and gifts in this design from Gio.Batta Delia, T: 9989 6286, FB: Gio.Batta Delia – 1901, E: pjdelia2@gmail.com

p GIO.BATTA DELIA These adorable, handpainted animal figurines are made from the finest porcelain and come with a gift box and certificate.

Part of the Herend Porcelain Vieux Collection, they are definitely a gift for the discerning.

Get yours from Gio.Batta Delia, T: 9989 6286, FB: Gio.Batta Delia – 1901, E: pjdelia2@gmail.com

p HAVANA CLUB 7 “Watching over my rum as it ages is, for me, as intense as a religious experience. An ageing cellar is like a cathedral of fragrances; a temple of aromas, which I enter with an infinite respect and devotion.” – Don José Navarro, Havana Club’s Primer Maestro Ronero.

q KING SHOE SHOP receive new stock twice a month, ensuring they are always ahead of the game when it comes to style. Find out more at King Shoe Shop, St Julian's Road, San Gwann, FB: King Shoe Shop Malta, W: www.kingshoeshop.net

p GIO.BATTA DELIA A variety of beautifully hand-painted, Herend Porcelain wall plates – ranging from 15cm to 30cm in size and with a starting price of ¤50 – are now available from Gio.Batta Delia, T: 9989 6286, FB: Gio.Batta Delia – 1901, E: pjdelia2@gmail.com

p CORINTHIA PALACE Discover all the magical delights on offer at the Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa this festive season… from lunches in Villa Corinthia and dinners at Rickshaw, to cocktails in Caprice, fabulous themed treatments at Athenaeum Spa, and, of course, their iconic New Year’s Eve Gala.

T: 2544 2101, E: events.palace@corinthia.com, W: www.corinthia.com/palace

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Celebrate the end of summer in style with

Aperol Spritz

If you think you’ve seen more Aperol Spritzes this year, you’re not wrong. 2018 was the summer of the Aperol Spritz! And, if you’ve been drinking those sparkling orange drinks in pretty stemmed glasses, you’re likely to notice more people joining you in this great aperitivo vibe. Here we look back on a fabulous, fizzy summer.

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aybe it’s the effect of the blistering heat, or perhaps it could be that this summer was a busy one for Aperol Spritz, with events happening all over Malta to introduce this super-Instagrammable, fizzy aperitif everywhere from music festivals to happy hours nationwide.

Kicking off the Aperol Spritz summer 2018 in grand style was the arrival of the Aperol Spritz Amphibious at Għadira Bay in Mellieħa.

This unexpected sight was greeted with great enthusiasm by the unsuspecting beachgoers, who saw this unique orange-coloured Amphibious sail into the bay, drive on to the beach, and transform itself into an Aperol Spritz bar and DJ stand. Vibe FM’s own Nate, Frank and Rossi were also on hand to entertain the crowd with music and fun beach games.

A few weeks later, Valletta provided the stunning backdrop for Aperol Spritz in the City, an event that brought relaxed sophisti-

cation and fun to Malta’s capital. Covering three separate areas in Valletta, at the site of the Royal Opera House, in St John’s Square, and in Republic Square, Aperol Spritz in the City gave guests a variety of experiences, touching upon classic Italian cinema, art, music, and entertainment.

September also saw some late summer action, with Valletta bedecked in orange, and enjoying music and style. This time around, the event was set up in Pjazza Regina, and saw the participation of local legend George Curmi – better known as ilPusé – who, together with illusionist Daniel Attard and the talented artist Alisa Pavia, set the scene for a truly memorable night for all those present.

Described as ‘violently refreshing’ and the drink of summer 2018 by The New York Times, it was only a matter of time before that electric-orange concoction of Aperol, prosecco, and club soda that’s swirling in bars, pool parties, and clubs found itself in Malta’s entertainment mecca, specifically Hugo’s Lounge.

The light-hearted spirit of Aperol Spritz was a perfect pairing with the stylish-yet-relaxed atmosphere characterised at Hugo’s Lounge, encouraging people to spontaneously gather together and spark nothing but good vibes.

The original ‘Spritz’ recipe – also commonly known as the ‘Spritz Veneziano’ – features Aperol as its key ingredient and was added to the International Bartenders Association’s Official Drink list in 2011. Its recipe is easy as 3-2-1 – consisting of three parts Prosecco, two parts Aperol, and one splash of club soda in a balloon glass over ice – topped off with a slice of orange. It’s the perfect low-proof cocktail that can be enjoyed during brunch, as a lighter option for an after-work get-together, or as a true Italian aperitif before dinner. n Keep your oranges and eyes peeled for the next Aperol Spritz event.

Aperol Spritz is marketed and distributed in Malta by Farsons Beverage Imports Company Limited.

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PICNIC Perfect As the weather cools, our chefs take us on an enchanting picnic full of old-time favourites. Which will you pack into your basket of goodies?

Food inspired by the new AFTERNOON TEA MENU AT CORINTHIA PALACE HOTEL & SPA, ATTARD,

BY EXECUTIVE CHEF STEFAN HOGAN, CHEF JONATHAN ZAMMIT, AND PATISSIER MARK McBRIDE Props from NEXT HOME, SLIEMA Styling and photography by TONIO LOMBARDI

Asparagus, Kale & Golden Beet Quiche Ingredients: 8 large white asparagus spears, peeled and blanched; 4 golden beets, roasted and peeled; a handful of kale leaves, blanched and refreshed; 4 eggs; 225ml milk; soft goats’ cheese; salt and pepper.

For the dough: 225g quinoa flour; 100g chopped walnuts; 100g spelt flour; pinch of salt; 20ml olive oil; cold water.

Method: Preheat oven to 185°C. To make the dough, pulse all the ingredients in a food processor while gradually adding water to form a crumbly dough. Grease a quiche tin and line with greaseproof paper.

Place the dough into it, shape, line with greaseproof paper and pack with beans/rice. Bakeblind for 8-10 minutes, remove from oven and allow to cool.

For the filling, whisk the eggs, milk and seasoning.

Layer the vegetables in the par baked-dough, top with the egg mixture and crumble over the cheese. Bake until the mixture is just set (approximately 45 minutes). Remove from the oven and allow to cool before cutting. Serve with a healthy baby cress salad.

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Raised Pork & Apple Pie

Ingredients: 800g minced pork loin; 400g minced pork belly; 300g chopped pancetta affumicata, diced; 4 shallots, finely diced; 20ml oil; fresh thyme and sage; 4 apples, diced; 10g ground nutmeg; 5g ground cinnamon; 5g mixed spice; salt; 4g white pepper.

For the pastry: 575g plain flour; 210g lard; 200ml water; 1 egg, beaten (to glaze and seal); 1ltr good chicken stock, reduced by half (clear); 20ml port; 10 gelatine leaves, soaked in cold water.

Method: Sautée the shallots in the oil and add the thyme and sage; cook without colouring.

Allow to cool and mix in the pork loin, belly and pancetta. To this, add the spices, salt and apples.

Make a small patty and fry.

For the dough, place the lard and water in a pan and heat gently until the lard melts. Stir into the flour. When cool, knead until smooth. Cut off one third and reserve for the lid. Roll out the remaining dough, line a pre-greased oven tin, and mould the dough to the tin, ensuring there are no holes. Fill with the mixture and then roll out the remaining dough to make the lid.

Brush sides, lay top and crimp to seal. In the middle, cut a small hole and place an aluminium funnel to allow steam to escape.

Bake in a preheated oven set at 185°C for the first 30 minutes, then reduce the heat and cook for a further 90 minutes at 155°C – brush with the egg for the last 20 minutes of cooking.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

Squeeze out excess water from the gelatine and dissolve in the warmed chicken stock flavoured with port. Pour through the funnel (it might not take all the liquid) – allow to set in the refrigerator overnight. Cut a nice wedge and serve with a fruity chutney.

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Lemon Drizzle Cake & Lemon Curd

Ingredients: 225g unsalted butter, softened; 225g caster sugar; 4 eggs; 225g self-raising flour; zest of 1 lemon, finely grated.

For the topping: the juice of 1 and a half lemons; 85g caster sugar.

For the lemon curd: 2 lemons, zest and juice; 100g caster sugar; 50g butter; 2 eggs.

Method: Heat the oven to 180°C. Beat together the butter and caster sugar until pale and creamy, then add the eggs, one at a time, slowly mixing through. Sift in the self-raising flour, and mix in the lemon zest. Line a loaf tin measuring 8 by 21cm with greaseproof paper, then spoon in the mixture and level the top.

Bake for 45-50 minutes.

To make the topping, mix together the juice of the lemons and caster sugar. Prick the warm cake all over with a skewer or fork, and pour over the drizzle – the juice will sink in and the sugar will form a lovely, crisp topping.

For the lemon curd, put the lemon zest, juice, sugar and butter in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir occasionally until the butter has melted.

Then, using a small whisk or fork, stir in the beaten eggs. Keep whisking the mixture gently over the heat for around 10 minutes until it thickens like custard.

Pour the cooked curd through a sieve into a clean jug to remove the zest, then pour into sterilised jars.

Serve the cake with some of the lemon curd and store the rest in the fridge.

Use within a fortnight. n

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An Evening at MedAsia Playa, Sliema

Petra & Richard Soler

Nimali Carluccio, Angele Aquilina, Rachel Cutajar

Barracuda's 40th Anniversary, Barracuda Restaurant, St Julian's

Keith & Charlene Caruana

Kristoff Zammit Ciantar, Emma Diacono

Martina Caruana, Line Young Peteri

Philip Caruana Turner, Chris Peregin

International Evening of Culture Through Fashion, The Palace, Sliema Charles&Ron Show, New York Fashion Week, New York Ron van Maarschalkerweerd Borg, Charisse Mills, Charles van Maarschalkerweerd Borg Mark Caruana, Dr Juliana Scerri Ferrante, Dorianne Mamo MAC Cosmetics Fix+ Street Party, Bisazza Street, Sliema

Tiffany Pisani

Alex Stefano, Maya Zammit, Caroline Abela

Laura Maciulskiene, Daniel Scicluna, Rita Maciulskiene, Egidijus Maciulskas

Opening of Jazz Festival, Hotel Phoenicia, Floriana

Justine Storace, Rob Bruno, Annabelle Stivala, Charles Azzopardi, Sandro Zerafa

Charlotte Smith, Ramona Despott, Charles Azzopardi, Joe Smith

Caroline Paris, Rebecca Anastasi, Martina Guillaumier

The Launch of the Marcy Foundation, St George's Square, Valletta

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Tamara Webb, Cliff Zammit Stevens

Monique Chambers, Cliff Zammit Stevens, John De Giorgio

Matthew Baldacchino, Cliff Zammit Stevens, Siane Triganza

Cliff Zammit Stevens, Claire Mifsud

Christabelle and Jordan's Wedding, The Reef, Westin Dragonara, St Julian's

Back - Sophie Camilleri, Sarah Camilleri, Jennifer Dimech, Christabelle Borg, Jordan Camilleri, Martina Caruana, Liandra Caruana, Shanelle Grima, Kaycee Bonello, Kendra Borg Front - Jake Grima, Luke Bonello, Faye Bonello Grima, Tommy Camilleri

Klara Fava, Sarah Zerafa, Lara Camilleri

Stefan Camilleri, Christabelle Borg, Jordan Camilleri, Dawn Camilleri

Louise Borg, Christabelle Borg, Vincent Borg, Miriayah Borg

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Press Dinner at Acqua, Terra e Mare, Portomaso, St Julian's

The Launch of the New Spazju Kreattiv Programme for 2018/2019, St James Cavalier, Valletta

Rupert Cefai, Daniel Azzopardi, Kim Dalli

The Skyline Ball, Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar

Karen Miller, Baroness Sylvia Trapani Galea Feriol, Charles Portelli, Louise Portelli

Grazielle Camilleri Ahlgren, Iggy Fenech, Jo Caruana

Back - Amadeo Russo, Fabian Baldacchino, Gordon Amato, Shaun Cefai, Gibert Agius, Reuben Miceli, Robert Cassar, Bu el Gadi, Ivan Borg, Neville Abela Front - Silvio Grima, Neil Hili, Jonathan Farrugia

Launch of Commonwealth Fashion Exchange at the Fashion Institute of Technology, New York

Herman Grech, Jo Caruana

Ron van Maarschalkerweerd Borg, Nadja Swarovski, Charles van Maarschalkerweerd Borg

The Secret Garden Experience by Jugs Malta and Corinthia Caterers, Limestone Heritage, Siġġiewi

Albert Marshall, Toni Sant

Justine Pergola, Maria Virginia Ghillani

Benoit Musy, Paul & Clara Testaferrata Moroni Viani, Simon Manduca

Back - Edmund Camilleri, Sara Strijbosch-Ali, Shelly De Martino, Ryan Bonello, Ryan Ellul, Ryan Cutajar, Luca Cini, Josef Gafà, Paul Chircop Front - Bernard Micallef Cann, Neil Darmanin, Leah Mifsud Mazon