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Marketing Coordinator Chris Hopkins (BA Hons) 0161 833 2209 Christopher.Hopkins@ theprintworks.com Head of News Ken Bennett 07802 966922 ken@indnews.co.uk Advertising Sales Deborah Davies 0161 652 1560 deborah@indnews.co.uk Production Russell Finneran 0161 652 1560 russell@indnews.co.uk
The Printworks Directory Aleef Newsagents Café Rouge Chiquito Entourage Hard Rock Cafe Harvesters Henry J Bean’s Lloyds No 1 Nando’s Norwegian Blue Odeon Cinema Papa G’s Tiger Tiger Virgin Active Wagamama Wasabi Sushi Waxy O’Connor’s
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Keys to the City competition
HERE’S your great chance to win a fantastic prize worth over £1,000 – giving you the chance to win goodies galore every month for a whole year! Yes, the Printworks Keys to the City will guarantee to produce a different winner every month during 2013 and these are just some of the great galaxy of prizes that can be part of the Keys to the City package: n One month’s VIP parking for two cars at the NCP Car Park at Shudehill with your own dedicated space n One night stay at the Park Inn Hotel bed and breakfast n Manchester Arena tickets n Family of four tickets at the Royal Exchange Theatre n A month’s membership at Virgin Active gym n Odeon cinema tickets n Bar tab in The Printworks n Meal for two in The Printworks n A pair of VIP tickets to any film premieres we host that month And much, much more! To enter go to: www.theprintworks.com/the_place/competitions or scan this QR code
n The prize is offered subject to terms and conditions of the sponsors and no part of the prize can be exchanged for cash. No correspondence will be entered into. Details and value of the prize is subject to change each month, for full details visit our website. The Printworks reserve the right to remove or revise the prize on offer at any time. Winner will be contacted via email. For full terms and conditions, please visit our website.
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Come on, be kind and let’s give … G E N E ROUS - SP I R I T E D Wagamama have a special mission for Christmas: to raise £20,000 for UK Youth at www. wagamama.com Their ‘be different, be kind’ campaign linked to the national youth charity can be reached at wagamama.com/giving and is designed to bring alive the spirit of giving in Britain, placing focus on kind deeds, aiming to raise the total for the charity by Christmas Day. The site offers people the chance to nominate friends, family or someone in their local community who has been selfless and earn them recognition for their good deeds, while donating to UK Youth. You simply upload a picture or video with an explanation of the kind deed and for every nomination throughout the month
of December, Wagamama will donate money to the charity. Early next year, a committee, including UK Youth ambassador and MOBO winning rapper Sway, will decide on the ‘kindest’ person and reward their good deeds with £5,000. The campaign links to a ‘kindness gallery’, on the weblink displaying pictures and videos uploaded by the public, visualising what inspires them to be kind, - be it a cake baked by a team member in the office, or jumpers donated to a homeless shelter. The top three kindness gallery pictures or videos will be uploaded to wagamama’s w w w. f a c e b o o k. c o m / wa gamama every week, and the most liked will win £50 worth of Wagamama vouchers.
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Additionally, for every Facebook ‘like’ Wagamama receives by the end of the year , they will make further donations to reach the target. “This is our first charity partnership,” said Ingrid Williamson, director of marketing at Wagamama. “We believe giving really can remind us of the needs and lives of others, and we hope we can raise lots of money but also awareness for UK Youth and give everyday people the recognition they deserve for being selfless” Charlotte Hill, chief executive of UK Youth, added: “Wagamama clearly share our passion for supporting young people and this is a really innovative way of raising our profile and generating funds for our work.”
Shine a light on Waxy’s
WAXY O’CONNOR gained a reputation as a candlemaker in his native Dublin more than 200 years ago – and his light still shines brightly today in a unique concept at The Printworks. He was born in Dublin City and is remembered with fond affection for his great appetite and the capacity for downing pints of the falling down lotion. It seems he was not alone among men of his craft - their fondness and ability to consume copious quantities of beer and whiskey are legendary. Their excuse is as candlemakers had to work in such extreme heat it sapped a man of energy and fluids. And, as Waxy himself was heard to comment wistfully: “Such heat does parch a man - a parched man is a barren man and beer is the only cure. “Ah, us lads could put away gallons in a day.” Water, it seems, was an unknown elixir… And The ‘Waxy O’Connor’s tree’ was planted 250 years in Midlands Ireland and died naturally in 1994. But a local woodworker, who played around the Beech tree as a boy, hewed the
pieces that were then shipped to England and ‘planted’ in Waxy O’Connor’s in August 1995. So, now a tree, which has lived for a quarter of a millennium in Ireland, began a new lease of ‘life’ in the heart of London. And now it has spread to Manchester’s Printworks offering a fascinating labyrinth housing three elegant, timber-lined bars covering four levels and nine separate areas fused together by a maze of staircases and passages. With a choice of flexible areas to stage a wide variety of events from work or corporate functions, birthday parties and fundraisers – it can accommodate up 600 people to more intimate, private affairs. And to keep up the great tradition of their founder, they have a delightful range of Winter Warmers to tickle the taste buds – plus excellent mulled wine and spiced cider available throughout the festive season. Top that all off with tempting portions of appetising seasonal dishes - and yes, that would definitely get Waxy himself to raise a foaming glass or three.
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LOOKING FOR somewhere to celebrate – then Henry J Beans could be just for you. Situated in The Printworks and next door to the Odeon Cinema, Henry J Bean’s bar and restaurant is perfect for an informal business lunch or a drink with friends or colleagues in the lively bar. They have a cocktail club happy hour daily from 5pm-7.30 p.m offering two crowdpleaser cocktails for only £9 as well as a pint of Becks Vier for only £2.75 and a 175ml glass of house wine for £4. Stag and hen parties are welcome and they have some great packages including jugs of cocktails, shots, beer - you name it, they’ve got it- and they are open till 3a.m every weekend.
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And they feature exclusive hire which means they will close the venue to accommodate VIP guests wishes. Enjoy their delicious, mouth-watering food – all freshly-prepared on site - from an American-style menu featuring famous ribs and burgers, which includes sharing platters, perfect for groups and VIP party bookings. They welcome kids with their own special menu at Henry J Beans and serve food until 10p.m, before transforming Henry J Bean’s into THE party bar in The Printworks. Book an area for you and your friends and dance the night away until 3am.
Shaken not stirred From Russia With Love 25ml Stolichnaya vanilla vodka 25ml Teichienne peach schnapps 50ml apple juice Squeeze of honey Cinnamon sprinkle Add all ingredients in to a Boston glass Fill with ice Shake hard, then in to a Martini glass Garnish with a cinnamon sprinkle
Aleef Newsagents sell a range of newspapers and magazines, mobile phone top up cards, Lotto tickets and a selection of stationery. www.aleef.co.uk Tel 0 161 834 6349
OPENING HOURS Weekdays: 6.00am - 3.00am Fridays: 6.00am - 4.00am Saturdays: 7.00am - 4.00am Sundays: 7.00am - 2.00am
CONTACT The Printworks, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester M24 2BS info@theprintworks.com 0161 829 8000
Norwegian Blue is true hybrid bar located in the heart of The Printworks. They show live sport of all kinds in HD on the biggest screen in any bar in Manchester. By day they are a relaxed and chilled out bar where anyone can come and unwind after a stressfull day at work. By night the venue becomes an excellent party venue with
live DJ’s playing most nights of the week. Always offering an excellent selection of offers and discounts on drinks to help you make the most of your money - who says you should have to spend a lot to have a good time? There is trully no better place to start or end your night.
Skyfall 25ml Amaretto Di Saronno 25ml Mozart white chocolate liquor 25ml blueberry puree Add all ingredients in to a Boston glass Add ice Shake vigorously, then strain Pour in to a Martini glass Garnish with a mint leaf
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The ODEON The main attraction in the ODEON, Print Works, is the IMAX screen which brings people from all over the country to Manchester. The floor to ceiling screen is 26 metres wide and 19 metres high, with a crystal clear digital image and mind blowing digital sound which will take you to a place you have only ever imagined. It is thought to be the second biggest IMAX screen in the country which seats 375 people, and whether you’re experiencing a film in 2D or IMAX 3D, the visual clarity is unsurpassed. The screen is currently showing 007 Skyfall, but will be making way for the Hobbit on the 13 December 2012, playing in a Higher Frame
January 7, 2013
Waynes World
35mm
January 14, 2013
Bill and Ted
35mm
January 21, 2013
Rear Window
Digital
January 28, 2013
Casino
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February 4, 2013
Star Trek: Wrath of Khan
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February 11, 2013
Star Trek: Search for Spok
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February 18, 2013
True Lies
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February 25, 2013
Tremors
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March 4, 2013
ET
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March 11, 2013
An Officer and a Gentleman
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March 18, 2013
Back to the Future 2
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April 1, 2013
Braindead
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Dark Crystal
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April 15, 2013
Cape Fear
35mm
April 22, 2013
Fear and Loathing
35mm
April 29, 2013
Ghost
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Rate (HFR). Other titles expected for an IMAX release include, Les Miserables in January with Iron Man 3, Man of Steel and the latest Star Trek film all expected to be released in IMAX format in 2013. “The experience is immersive and the best way to view a film in my opinion”, says Ashley Feest, Conference and Events Manager at the ODEON Printworks, Manchester. Also the new plans to utilise the IMAX screen in education will soon be expanded with more choice of educational documentaries in line with school curriculum. The ultimate big screen experience.
Every Monday at 8pm the ODEON go back in time showing a classic film in its original 35mm format. With an affordable tickets price for the shows of £4, the weekly event has now attracted a following of around 500 people, many getting into the spirit by dressing up to suit the occasion. Booking in advance is advised to avoid missing out.
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and IMAX ODEON Manchester is situated right in the centre of the Printworks, Manchester. With easy access from both Victoria and Piccadilly Railway Stations, the Metrolink stop at Shudehill and available parking in the NCP Printworks, Shudehill. 20 screens, 17 allowing for digital experience 3D capability. A fully digital experience with the ability to screen alternative content; from live satalite feeds of Opera and Ballet, to 3D gigs and sporting events. Conference or event facilities like no other for presentations on giant cinema screens with full A/V support. Plus Audio Description and Captioned facilities. If this is not enough to make you want to visit Manchester Odeon, they also offer a luxury Gallery
Kids Club Every Saturday and Sunday morning at 11am the Odeon help parents and guardians entertain the kids by showing a re-run of a classic film. With a ticket price of only £2
area, with exclusive balcony seating, dining and licensed bar. The Gallery consists of three screens and a bar which offers a ‘VIP’ experience. Your ticket entitles you to complimentary popcorn, soft drinks and nachos with access to their fully licensed bar (which is not complimentary). The screens have full leather seating and are located above their three largest screens. The ODEON also offer Kids Club, Flashback films, gift vouchers and online offers. The ODEON have also hosted a reange of regional premieres, from the The Dark Knight Rises in IMAX, to Q&A sessions with Dakota Fanning star of the film ‘Now is Good”. ODEON also appears to be the footballers cinima of choice, with stars such as David Beckham, Mario Balotelli and Robin Van Persie all visiiting regularly.
per chlld. Plus an adult ticket is given FREE of charge with every purchase of a child ticket. It is without doubt an affordable family treat for the weekend. Kids Club are extended to weekdays during the school holiday periods.
The Perfect Gift
Everyone loves a great film so treat your family, friends, staff or clients to the gift of cinema.You can buy ODEON Gift Cards in a design to suit every taste. Your ODEON Gift card can be used to buy tickets in cinema and online at odeon.co.uk and to buy food, drink and most other retail items sold in their cinema. (available in participating cinemas in the UK).
You can purchase your gift voucher online http://www.odeon.co.uk/fanatic/gift-voucher/ or by telephoning their Helpline on 0800 888911. Operators available from 11am to 8pm. ODEON Gift Cards cannot be used to make purchases over the telephone. Please note you must be 16 or over to place an ODEON Gift order.
Win a pair of cinema tickets. Simple tweet us with “I want to win a pair of #PrintworksCinemaTics @the_printworks”. Closing date 31January 2012 *(one winner will be chosen after this date).
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Zombie They came … they walked … and they conquered the day Zombie fever came to The Printworks, Manchester. More than a thousand took part in the gruesome gathering which saw creative and innovative entrants send shivers down the spine of onlookers. In scenes reminiscent of 1970s horror film Dawn of the Dead, an astonishing zombie walk began at The Printworks and made its way through town finishing back at Henry J Beans. Entertainment was provided in the Pump Yard area by DJs from event’s media partner Key 103. The fund-raising event, run by Zombie Aid, focussed on raising money for two charities this year
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the “Big Issue” and “Cash for Kids.” This event raised a total of £926.58. The walk, now it its fourth incarnation, has previously been a successful event with a Zombie marriage ceremony and a world record attempt in its history. This year like the others proved to be an electrifying and bloody success. Fred Booth, Centre Director, said: “Despite bad weather the turn out for the Zombie walk was excellent and everyone made a really good effort with their costumes. “Our sponsors - Key 103 - kept everyone entertained under the shelter of the Printworks Pump Yard area. The mood was brilliant and lots of fun.”
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The Hard Rock Cafe THE ICONIC Hard Rock Cafe in Manchester’s Printworks, is not just a ‘must visit’ place to eat… It has a spectacular live music programme that has had guests really rocking in what has been an exceptional year. March saw New York City’s finest Fun Lovin’ Criminals perform to a packed crowd with all ticket sales donated to the Bombay Teen Challenge. Well known for not shying away from hard hitting topics such as poverty, drug abuse and violence in their lyrics, it was fitting all ticket proceeds of the gig went to the worthy cause. . The charity was established in 1990 and works tirelessly to rescue and rehabilitate the many destitute and desperate people living on the streets of Mumbai. Extra funds were raised through the auction of signed memorabilia on the night, which included a Fender guitar, posters, teddies and T-shirts. March saw the heats of Hard Rock Rising – The Global Battle of the Bands competition.
Judged and compered by Real XS Drive Time DJ ‘ Moose’, Louis James Davis and Mark Doyle from the Music Press and Manchester Rocks’ Dan Clifford, competition was fierce with all girl band LYXX winning the final. Lyxx went on to represent Manchester in the Global Final for their chance to play in London’s Hyde Park as part of Hard Rock Calling with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. As part of the build up to Hard Rock Calling, Hard Rock’s 3 day festival in London’s Hyde Park, Guillemots performed to a crowd of Absolute Radio’s competition winners The Printworks Hard Rock Cafe in June. Later on that month, Hard Rock Cafe hosted a Real XS secret session with GUN. They played a selection of hits and some new material from their latest album – Break the Silence. Every Friday (excluding December) Hard Rock hosts a free live music evening from 10pm. Guests can enjoy a free concert as a variety of covers bands take to the stage to entertain with hits from across the ages.
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really … rocks Memorabilia Shop Now it’s the largest and, yes, most valuable music memorabilia collection on the planet – 70000 (and counting) rock ‘n’ roll icons. Also a huge selection of men’s and women’s t-shirts, pins, gifts and lifestyle. All available in the Hard Rock Cafe or to buy on line.
Kids Rock
The Hard Rock Cafe original Rita Gilligan, the London Hard Rock Cafe’s first waitress, who has served the world’s top music, sports and film stars, says candidly: “It’s not all about stars and guitars. “It’s about the people … always about the people.” And Irish-born Rita, whose customers have ranged from The Beatles and the Spice Girls to Paul Newman and Muhammad Ali, has been awarded the distinguished MBE for her services to tourism in Britain. And no wonder: because she is an original. She joined the Hard Rock Cafe as a waitress on its opening day, June 14 1971, and has remained there ever since. Her present job as cultural attaché involves training staff at the company’s new ventures at home and abroad, and she participates in all the Hard Rock Cafe grand openings across the world, including most recently Barcelona, Memphis and Philadelphia. Her amazing story began in early 1971 when she wandered into a building being converted to an American-themed diner in London’s Mayfair . She answered an advertisement seeking ‘matronly’ waitresses between the ages of 30 and 55. But at just 30 years old, she knew she barely qualified, so when the owner asked her age, Gilligan told a lie no woman ever tells: She claimed she was 32, two years older than she actually was. At first, owner Peter Morton, wasn’t
convinced that he should give Gilligan a job, telling her: “You’re great but you are too young.” Rita recalls: “I had a husband, two babies, a mortgage, and a hump on my back. I told him, ‘I’m the best you’re going to get, so you’d better take me.’ He did and, when the doors of the world’s first Hard Rock Cafe opened, Gilligan was there. Today, over 40 years later, she is the only member of the original staff - making her a living legend in the the Hard Rock community. Cocktails and menu items have been named after her, and four of the restaurant chain’s collectible pins have borne her resemblance. During a recent visit to the original Hard Rock Cafe in London, she is interrupted at least a half-dozen times for hugs and hellos from chefs, waiters, and other colleagues. Now she travels the world, educating new employees on the company’s history and philosophy, and spreading goodwill for the Hard Rock Cafe. The Hard Rock Cafe’s ‘Love All, Serve All’ motto anchored the company philosophy is thanks, in large part, to Gilligan, who has always maintained the Hard Rock Cafe spirit. She wears her MBE, along with
dozens of Hard Rock pins -- she owns more than 600 in all -- on the starched, white waitstaff uniform she still dons for work each day. What made her stay? Not the brushes with fame or the honours … it is people like the 17-year-old Hard Rock employee in Osaka, Japan, who stayed up for three days and three nights to finish a handpainted kimono for her. It was a gift, she says, that brought tears to her eyes … even more than the MBE.
Don’t Forget the Kids Hard Rock Cafe cater for kids too! A special menu suitable for kids is available at Hard Rock for ages 10 and under. Set prices include kids drink. Why not have a kids party at Hard Rock Cafe. Our Lil’ Rockers birthday menus supply the kids with a great choice at affordable prices – a great venue for your kids to have good food and loads of fun. Contact Hard Rock Cafe, Printworks for more details about kids menus and parties.
Breakfast with Santa Santa Claus is coming to Town Breakfast with Santa at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Saturday 8 or Saturday 15 December Sunday 9 or Sunday 16 December 9.00am start, enjoy breakfast, face painting and lots of festive fun with very special guest! Children £7.50, Adults £9.00 Reservations only - spaces are limited so book your place now.
Age Concern and the Hard Rock Cafe Over 60s Coffee Mornings. This event takes place on the first Thursday every month at The Hard Rock Cafe, The Printworks, Manchester 10am 11.30am. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided by The Hard Rock Cafe. Free. Come along, catch up with old friends and make some new ones at this great venue. Free of Charge.
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Love and lace at Papa G’s THE DEDICATED family team who run Papa G’s stylish but homely establishment prepare food they are proud to say is prepared by love … Because Greek tradition says food prepared with love enhances the flavour. And they believe in continuing this proud tradition which goes back to 1930’s, when grandfathers Pappou Angelis and Pappou Anastsasis arrived in Manchester from Kato Drys, Cyprus, penniless and homeless. They were only armed with a suitcase full of Cypriot Lace - but by selling the lace to wealthy families nationwide gave them enough money to fund small restaurants in Bolton and Wilmslow where they stayed with their families until they retired in the 1980s. However, they never forgot their humble start and examples of fine lace can still be seen in Papa G’s today. And their upbringing helped them not only embraced age-old traditional Greek and Mediterranean cooking taught over generations but concentrate on the personal way food
is actually prepared and cooked. For example, all their delicious grilled food is cooked on real charcoal as it used to be, for maximum flavour. This, coupled with other favourites such as kleftiko, a hearty, flavoursome lamb signature dish, is traditionally made in a sealed earthenware dish. And robust portions of Mary’s ribs, coupled with their thoughtfully-created homemade pizzas and speciality crepes, make their menu pretty special. Papa G’s boast they offer discerning customers a dining experience that won’t be forgotten. There are generous portions with innovative menu selections all infused with quality ingredients, served in a casual environment you’ll find difficult to leave. They want their guests to share Papa G’s passion for great food bursting with flavour – and have fun too. As they say: “Eating is not only a pleasure… it’s a way of life!” Whether opting for one of the many signature dishes including Stifado, a meaty stew, you will soon be back for more: that’s guaranteed.
Rocking the boat Hard Rock Cafe in The Printworks have done something different this year for their annual Pinktober event. The event involved volunteers rowing 2,100 miles (the distance around the edge of Britain) all in the warmth of Hard Rock Cafe Manchester The event began at 10 a.m. on the 30th October. Everyone was given a timeslot to participate in the charity rowing. During a 12-hour heat, staff members, general public and local sporting celebrity Olympian Diane Modahl participated in the 2,100 mile challenge. The aim of this event was to raise as much money as possible for Pinktober campaign in association with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the Caron Keating Foundation. In order to compete one circuit they had to achieve the speed of
light, so all encouragement was needed! This year Pinktober embarks its 13th consecutive year of raising awareness and funds for breast cancer charities all around the globe. Fred Booth, Centre Director for The Printworks said “It’s great that Hard Rock Cafe have been running this charity event year on year and we at The Printworks do our best to support all tenants with their charitable endeavours.” For more information please go to the Printworks website at www.theprintworks.com
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Stifado Method Sear and seal meat in a deep frying pan. Add the olive oil, onions and garlic and fry until onions soften. Add the red wine to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer all ingredients in the pan to a ceramic pot. Add the beef stock, bayleaves, oregano, orange peel, salt and pepper to the pot. Stir all ingredients together then finally add the tomatoes. Add the lid to the ceramic pot and cook for 3-4 hours at approx 190 deg C in the oven. Remove the lid for the final ½ hour of cooking so the sauce reduces (if required). Do not let it dry out though. Remove bayleaves, orange peel and oregano and serve straight from the pot.
Ingredients 500g cubed lean beef 4 tbsp extra virgin Greek olive oil 2 large onions roughly sliced 2 ripe tomatoes, skinned deseeded and chopped (or 1/2 tin of chopped tomatoes) 2 cloves of garlic 1 bunch fresh oregano 175ml red wine 200ml beef stock Orange peel 4 bay leaves salt pepper
Top 5 tips to stay fit and healthy over Christmas 1. Goal setting/Action plan – Setting goals will have a far more positive affect on achieving your results. Be consistent and set realistic achievable goals and once accomplished re-asses and repeat the process. 2. Feed your body with energy – Nutrition plays a huge role in one achieving there targeted goals some key tips to include are : Consistency – Be consistent with your regime once your goals have been set give 100% to achieve them. The most common cause of failure is lack of consistency Meal frequency and timing- small frequent meals have shown to play a major role in increasing metabolic rate. To do this try eating on regular 2-3 hour intervals basing your day on 3 main meals and 2-3 snacks this in turn will begin to increase your metabolism therefore utilising calories more efficiently. Balance – Keep your diet balanced include good quality sources of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Doing
this will help maintain hormone balance and reduce the risk of un-wanted cravings. Hydration- Many people neglect hydration there are many health problems caused by dehydration the symptoms listed below are key indicators to you being dehydrated : Dark coloured urine Fatigue and weakness Dry skin / skin flushing Loss of appetite Thirst We need to aim to consume a minimum of 2-3 litres of water to stay hydrated efficiently. This means pure h2o no fizzy drinks juices teas or coffees 3. Staying healthy with antioxidant rich foods – Antioxidents are what keeps the body healthy, fights infection and helps in reducing inflammation within the body therefore aiding in recovery and overall cellular health. 4. Eat fat to stay lean – Adding a
n Tommi Baker – personal training manager/personal trainer GB age group triathlete
fish oil supplement into your diet can help burn up to 400 more calories per day. This is just one good reason to add essential fatty acids into your nutrition plan. Good choices are amega 3 fats in supplement form or from foods such as all natural mixed seeds, nuts, fresh fish, all natural nut butters e.g organic peanut butter almond butter or cashew butter and whole eggs. 5. Reduce stress with stretching and flexibility techniques- Hitting a yoga class 1-2 times per week is a great way to relieve stress.
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You’re hired Star of BBC¹s ‘The Apprentice’ Duane Bryan is the new general manager of Entourage in The Printworks. Duane made it to week 5 on The Apprentice and explained that he has some great memories of the show and, even though it was a very pressurised environment, it helped him to grow as a person. Duane explained: “Being on the Apprentice taught me how to work as part of a team while retaining my individuality. It¹s important to make sure Entourage appeals to visitors to The Printworks and we will look at the offering of other venues around the area too.” And whatever music you¹re into Entourage provides it, with a line up of some of Ma nchest er¹s biggest DJ¹s filling the weekend, you¹ll be sure to find anevent that meets your taste.
Entourage has played host for many A-listers including Nicki Minaj, Bruno Mars, Tim Westwood and many more. Duane is Mancunian born and bred. He went to Stretford Grammar School andstudied Business & Marketing at Salford University. At the age of 30,Duane is a true entrepreneur as he is also working on a drinks project too that he hopes to launch in Entourage later this year.Duane, who has high hopes for The Printworks club, added:” Entourage is going to go through some changes over the next couple of months and I¹m excited about the direction we are heading,” Fred Booth, Centre Director of The Printworks says: “We think Duane will be a great asset to Entourage and the wider Printworks tenant community. We look forward to seeing Entourage evolve under his management and will fully support these developments.” Entourage is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday-Sunday between 21.00 03.00. To book a table or for guest list please visit: www.entouragemanchester.com/or call 0161 839 1344.
So-up on the roof
Manchester Sleep Out warms up with Organic Soup from Printworks own roof garden The Printworks have gone up in the culinary world by planting its very own unique vegetable garden -- on the roof. And the green-fingered concept provided a final harvest of delicious, organically-grown vegetables for a memorable soup to feed entrants in ‘The Manchester Sleep Out.’ Kindly Henry J Beans, based at The Printworks, produced the aroma-laced delicacy which was given a huge vote of approval by those entering the event, held in association with Manchester Cathedral and the Booth Centre. The Manchester Sleep Out is held annually an annually by the Booth Centre where people of Manchester have the chance to fully understand the life of the homeless and, in turn, help raise money for the Centre to continue its worthwhile work with homeless living on the city streets. The public participate in sleeping either outside or inside, depending on weather and their preference. And this years sleep out raised more than £15,000 to swell the fund. Over the year, the roof garden has produced mint for Mojitos - just one of the many initiatives The Printworks have for
sustainability. Fred Booth, Centre Director for The Printworks, said: “I’m happy The Printworks is involved in such a great cause. “There is no denying we need to help the homeless and it¹s great that vegetables actually grown here support such a worthwhile initiative.”
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News in pictures
p Street Dancer 2012 winners Avenue celebrate with the rest of the entrants and celebrity judge Turbo.
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p Hard Rock Cafe team celebrate a spooky Halloween!
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@conor_hunt I’m really good friends with 25 letters of the alphabet, I don’t know why @TillyWright6325 what did the snowman say to the other snowman? Do yoou smell carrots? @RowenaKeers what did the fish say when in swam into the wall?... Damn!
@hipsterdoug Skeleton walks into a bar and asks for a pint of lager and a mop
@janbagnall Man goes to doc with a strawberry on his head, doc says hang on, I’ve got some cream for that @gurdy01 two fish in a tank. One says to the other how do you drive this thing?
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@MattDickinson26 Got arrested for stealing inflatables from the local swimming pool. The police didn’t charge me- just told me to lie low @heather_blythe Q. Why do giraffes have long necks? A. Because they have smelly feet.
@kimberleyW1983 I walked into my kitchen to find my yoghurts floating about again. I should really stop buying that Paranormal Activia... @The_Printworks Winner winner chicken dinner! DM us your address and we’ll send your tickets!
2 Irish stews and Irish coffees for £15 Available anytime during service hours. Valid December 1st 2012 – February 28th 2013.
Monday Munchies 50% off Food
@xCitychicx why does cheryl cole put pink and red lipstick on her forehead? Coz she can’t makeup her mind!
Offer is only available on Mondays. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid on food only. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice
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Free Saturday or Sunday Pass
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20% off food bill
Valid Sunday to Thursday until 2nd March. Not available 14th February, or Manchester Arena Event Days. Valid at Chiquito, The Printworks only. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, lunch or Specials menu. Discount applies to food bill only. One voucher per table / bill transaction
Passes are by appointment only by calling 0161 831 9922. Limit to one pass per person only and subject to satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire. Terms and conditions apply. Offer expires 28th February 2013.
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20% off food, all day on a la carte & specials menus. Max 6 people. Not valid bank holiday weekends. Valid December 1st 2012 - February 28th 2013. Café Rouge Printworks only. Management hold the right to withdraw this offer at any time.
Our Season Tickets give you great savings Now available at Printworks. Apply for yours today. You can now pre-book your city centre parking at the following car parks: For more information or to order your season ticket, Manchester Great Northern Warehouse 1 Manchester The Grand please call Lee Burke on 07827 895577. Manchester Great Northern Warehouse 2 Manchester Spinningfields Or visit our new website. Manchester Arena Manchester Oxford Street
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Hold the front page … FROM ITS imposing frontage, The Printworks looks almost timeless, set sedately in the strategic business and entertainment quarter of Manchester. But what many visitors do not know when they make their way through the noble arches on Withy Grove, is this was once the vibrant heart of one of the world’s largest newspaper offices. Under different guises as Kemsley House, Thomson House and latterly Maxwell House, it employed 3,000 people in newspaper production. Here it was possible to produce up to six million newspapers a night on the mighty presses which devoured 18,000 printing plates a week, weighing up to 350 tonnes. Add to this 400,000 miles of newsprint, 1,560 tons of ink and 150 tonnes of string – and you had a colossus of influential newspaper production. Distinguished titles, The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Times, Empire News, Daily Graphic, Evening Chronicle, and latterly the The Daily Mirror and Sunday Pictorial (which became the Sunday Mirror), were rival stablemates in the heyday of hot metal printing.
And recently, a chance discovery in the basement of the Printworks complex opened up a treasure trove of newspaper memorabilia. Builders found one of the original signs to hang outside the Withy Grove building when it boasted the largest printing press in Europe. The find sparked a history trail leading to previously unseen documents and photographs of what used to be known as the Chronicle Buildings. Centre director Fred Booth says it is vital the building’s unique past is kept alive. “This is not just a leisure centre - it was Europe’s biggest press plant at one time,” he says with affection. The most recent artefact from the building’s newspaper zenith - a plaque from the Corporation Street entrance - was unearthed as builders cleared out a new unit in the basement. It led bosses to contact the last employee of the old printworks Barry Lord. They discovered not only had he maintained the building from its closure in 1986 through to the IRA bomb - he had also saved a treasure house of souvenirs from the scrap heap. Currently on loan to the entertainment complex, they include
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original plans for the building as a printing press, letters, editors’ scrapbooks, and final editions of newspapers. And previously unseen photographs show the building with horse-drawn carriages outside. “When the old Withy Grove was demolished the developers took down all the remaining memorabilia and put it back on the walls of The Printworks afterwards,” said Fred. “We have always had strong ties with the people who used to work the printing presses - the Withy Grove Fellowship. They have inundated me with press and books that were produced on the site.” Hanging on the walls of The
Printworks offices are just a selection of the millions of national newspapers which were produced at Withy Grove. Among them are some of the front pages which rocked the world - including man on the moon, the assassination of JFK, and the outbreak of the Second World War. Meantime, the 300-strong Withy Grove Fellowship, drawn from the trades and crafts employed in the building, keeps the proud traditions alive. Chaired by Tom Dolan, they meet three times a year for dinner and secretary-treasurer Barry Pearson, says: “We have a great team of loyal members proud of the wonderful traditions associated with the building.”
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Stay fit with Virgin Active the results you want and, as you will see on Page ten Tommi, one of our qualified personal training managers, gives you his exclusive five top tips for keeping fit in the festive season and into 2013. Call us today to find out more about our flexible membership options, or book a club visit. Ring and QUOTE “Printworks Press” or go online: www.virginactive.co.uk
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PLANNING ON keeping fit during the festive season –Virgin Active could be the answer. They are proud to offer a stylish, spacious, and truly dynamic exercise environment at their headquarters in The Printworks. Here you can work out, splash out, or chill out. The second floor infinity swimming pool is amazing with
sauna and jucuzzi and great views over the Manchester sky line. Whatever your exercise goals, they can help you get there with their world-class gym facilities backed by expert trainers and health advisors. You’ll find all of the latest exercise equipment, a wide range of innovative aerobics classes, new cardio sections
including the latest Cardiowave machines. The vast gym also boasts an extensive weights room, power-plate room, and separate rooms for classes ranging from strenuous spinning to yoga and pilates. Plus a dedicated Power-plate studio, luxurious spa facilities, personal
training, and much, much more. And the stylish changing rooms are luxury with fluffy white towels and all the home from home things you would need to get ready to either go back to work or go out on the town after your work out. Their expert teams are always on hand for consultation to help you get
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You can now pre-book your city centre parking at the following car Youparks: can now pre-book your city centre parking at the following car parks: Manchester Great Northern Warehouse 1 Manchester Great Northern Warehouse 2 Manchester Arena
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