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Page 3info@eastalgarvemag.com ... to your March issue. I hope you managed to dodge the rain, and see the fantastic carnival festivities last month. I have my fingers crossed for a sunny March, and hope that this issue brings you some escape from the gloomy weather. We have put together a bumper issue for you, bigger and better than ever. We revisit Olhão one year on, interview Bart and Maaike from the stunning Senna’s Bistro-Bar in Santa Barbara de Nexe, bring you a preview from the “Miss Tavira 2010” castings, all you need to know about tomatoes in our gardening pages, plus our regular features and more. As ever, I’d love to hear your views and welcome your comments. Don’t forget to spoil your mum on UK mother’s day on March 14th, (that’s just a subtle hint for my family) Editor Welcome... MobDanielContact:Vicenteile + 351 926 485 568 Phone + 351 281 380 680 Email : daniel.vicente@ pedrasdarainha.com Pedras Lawn Bowls Club PEDRAS DA RAINHA, CABANAS, ALGARVE the “Miss Tavira PUBLISHER & DESIGNER Richard Bassett EDITOR Katie Bassett CO-ORDINATORSEDITORIAL Susan RichardPurvisBassett Snr. ADVERTISING Call 961 700 200 or email info@eastalgarvemag.com CONSULTANT Arne Jakobsen the Great Dane PRINTED BY Litografis-ArtesGraficasLda,Ferreiras DISTRIBUTION Advertisers will be issued copies for distribution, along with retail outlets. All rights reserved. Except for normal review purposes, no part of this magazine may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Every care has been taken in the preparation of this magazine, but the contents are only meant as a guide to readers. The proprietors of this magazine are publishers not agents or sub agents of those who advertise therein. The publisher cannot be held liable for any loss suffered as a result of information gained from this publication M A G A Z I N EEast Algar ve

Page 4 info@eastalgarvemag.com 5NOTICE BOARD Let us know your thoughts. 6 NEWS Get up to date on the latest East Algarve news! 7WHAT’S ON What’s happening in and around the East Algarve. 8PEOPLE Meet the owners of Senna’s 10PEOPLE Casting Miss Tavira. 12 HEALTH Using a Shakti mat.. 14HEALTH Types of hearing loss 16OLHÃO Take a look at Olhão today 20PROPERTY Make sure the price is right. 23PROPERTY Buying off-plan. 26PROPERTY Property of the month 28FOOD Sirloin steak from Quinta da Fonte do Bispo 33GARDENING All about tomatoes 36HOMES Tackling mould in the home. 39FINANCE UK pension advice. 40ENVIRONMENT Processional caterpillars 42GOLF Benamor Golf, 10th hole 44SPORT The latest from Chris Wright 46BOOK LOVERS’ CORNER This month’s book reviews 47CLASSIFIEDS Grab a local bargain 28108 CONTENCONTENTSTS 17 33 42

Knowing ‘nothing’ we say our goodbyes,Are we dunces in their eyes?The hotpot’s good so is the steak,We like it here we laugh and ache,Meet new people make new friends,Is this where our journey ends?

The sun does shine, we have found out, And ants do vanish when soaked in The mould does go when scrubbed with But dogs aren’t silent in our niche.ou will get used to it!” we’re told,How long to wait, we ask, we’re old!We need our sleep and rest at night,Not listening to dogs bark and fight.

NOW UP RUNNINGAND Our brand new, relaunched otherlocalinformation,Packedwww.eastalgarvemag.comwebsite:withusefulbackissues,advertisersandmanyfeature This notice board is free for readers to use. Send us news, ideas sharesuggestionsoryou’dliketowithourreaders. Patrick s day, Wednesday17thMarch GET RID theBCLUTTER!OFootsaleatQuinta...seebackpagefordetails 5 GUESTHOUSE, BAR & BISTRO QUINTA FONTE DO BISPO QUINTA FONTE DO BISPO Call 281 971 484, email info@qtfontebispo.com or see our websitewww.qtfontebispo.com or see our map on the back page TAVIRA BOOK GROUP Next meeting is 11th March at Skippers Tavern in FunTavira.Group for people who love to Contactread.Sue Suemccormick@mac.comMcCormickTel0044796122795orcallSkippersdirecton281328908 Don't forget theauction in Taviraon the March!20th StdayPatricksspecialCharityquiz Wednesday 17th March Quiz starts 8.30pm,food from 6.30pm Irish stew followed bybread and butter pudding, 2 course mealfor ONLY 8€ Guinness & Magners 2 for €6, (normally €3,50 each) & Baileys €1.50, (normally €2.00) nightMedievalBuddies’withhogroast Friday 12th 7.30pmMarch A selection of pork,chicken, salads, coleslaw, and a jug ofwine per table. 10€ per person (fancy dress optional) Saturday 27th March 7.30pm Due to huge demand we are delighted to once again host the king for the night. Samosas followed bychicken curry, rice & ONLYpoppadoms.7.50€perpersonforalternativemealpleasecontacttheQuinta. C

Tired and cold we book the Quinta, Raise our glasses of vinho tinto.We clap our hands and tap our feet, As Elvis rocks, we eat our meat. We love the Quiz Night but come last,We don’t know answers to the questions asked.

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The winner of Quinta’s got talent wasSheila with this lovely poem;e came here to escape the rain,But found it flooded, just the same.The cold and damp got to our bones,Shall we go, or stay, we moaned.

P rotests have been planned to raise awareness about the construction of a quarry in nearby Cerro de Leiria

Emery, Captain, Golfe Clube de Tavira ‘Miracle’ recovery for swine ﬂu victim

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At a meeting held on February 22, the PROBAAL group was officially reformed with António Dário de Sousa Viegas taking the position of Memberspresident. stated that they would “move forward using new tools and the experience of the past” in their fight against the quarry. The first protest against the quarry by members is due to take place on March 5 outside Tavira Câmara. “We are hoping for between 20 and 30 people to turn up. The protest will be a part of a sustained presence outside the Câmara every week, so nobody will be able to forget that the problem is ongoing and will not go away,” said Amanda McGregor, assistant to the PROBAAL board.

I t was confirmed this week by the State Secretary for Territorial Ordaining and Cities, Fernanda do Carmo, that the demolition of the buildings on Fuzeta Island will begin. Many homes have already been rendered uninhabitable by rising sea levels. Some houses are still intact but are also being demolished due to the fact that they will deteriorate in a few years. The work is part of the Plan for Coastal Ordaining (POOC), which also includes improving dunes along the coastline. The work should be completed by April to, “guarantee that there is as little interference as possible with beach activities and tourists, who are very important to the region”. S taff at Faro Hospital were amazed when a 30 year old man, who had been in a coma since August after contracting the virus, made an unprecedented clinical comeback that is now being studied and Renatodocumented.Pedrohad been in Faro Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (UCI) since August 26th. Surprised medical staff are now documenting his recovery from the coma, during which he suffered several lifethreatening complications. Faro Hospital director, Helena Gomes, said, “he has been though very complex situations, from cardio-respiratory failure, to multiple organ failure”; situations that have now been overcome. So far the patient is responding to orders, can read and understand, but has no active movement in his limbs. The man has yet to be assessed for brain Nevertheless,damage. Faro medical staff are hoping his recovery will endure, and have said they will be “communicating their findings to collegues in other countries”. “We are all working to get his movement back, so that he will once again be able to eat, swallow, talk, move, and voluntarily control his gestures” Helena Gomes said, claiming she was “confident of a progressive recovery”. Hopefully the findings of this “miracle” recovery will be helpful in treating others with the virus.

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Club captain Les Emery explains; Each year the captain of Benamor, has the opportunity to choose a charity for his year. If we were going to raise money, I wanted to make sure that the charity benefitted by a decent amount, so I asked the owner of Benamor, Goncalo Dias, if he would donate a year’s free golf membership for one person, in return for being responsible for naming his choice of charity. He readily agreed and chose Uma Porta Amiga in Fonte Salgada. When my wife Carol and I visited this children’s home we were pleased that we could help these children who needed our support and we would do all we could to raise money for them by holding raffles, through members’ kind donations of raffle prizes, too numerous to name individually. I do, however, thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your support. The total amount raised from all of our efforts and including the free membership draw donated by the owner Goncalo Dias, came to €3,500. I hope that we have helped this needy charity to some extent by making life just a little bit easier and to give those children a chance in Leslife.

Page 7info@eastalgarvemag.com What’s on There’s so much to do and see this month. Check out our guide to what’s on in the East Algarve this March. MARKETS Loulé: Every Saturday Estoi: 2nd Sunday of the month Moncarapacho 1st Sunday of the month Quelfes: 4th and 5th Sundays of the month Tavira: 3rd Saturday of the month Vila Nova de Cacela: 3rd Sunday of the month Castro Marim: 2nd Saturday of the month Sta Catarina: 4th Sunday of the month 2010 BANK HOLIDAYS AND FESTIVALS Here’s your handy cut out & keep guide to the 2010 bank holidays and festivals, with compliments of East Algarve magazine. Things to do this month Don’t miss Elvis night at Quinta Fonte do Bispo. Saturday 27th March, call 281 971 484 for details, or info@qtfontebispo.comemail Carnival/ShroveSENNAS Tuesday ........ 16 Feb Maundy Thursday 1 Apr Good Friday, 2 Apr Easter Sunday 4 Apr Liberation Day (Sunday) 25 Apr Labour Day, (Saturday) 1 May Corpus Christi, (Thursday) ........ 3 Jun National Day in Portugal, (Thursday) 10 Jun Assumption Day, (Sunday) 15 Aug Republic Day, (Tuesday) 5 Oct All Saints’ Day, (Monday) 1 Nov Independence Restoration Day, (Wednesday) 1 Dec Immaculate (Wednesday)Conception, 8 Dec Christmas Eve 24 Dec Christmas Day, (Saturday) 25 Dec

Formore.vegetarians, there are fajitas, warm goat’s cheese, a cream pasta with pine nuts, and you can always ask the chef what else he can prepare. If you do not feel like eating a lot, or you are ﬁnding it difﬁcult choosing, try some tapas to go with a drink, or create your own meal from all the different tapas on offer, a great way to taste most of the menu in small portions. After your meal, you can sit and enjoy the view with a nice cheese platter and a glass of port. We recommend you make time to go and discover the stylish surroundings of this special bistro and meet the owners for yourself, we guarantee you’ll be treated like a friend, and the warm atmosphere will certainly make you feel at home. Senna’s is open from 1700h and closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. You can also book the location for a party up to 200 people. For contact details see their advert above right.

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A special place with stunning views. Meet the young family behind Senna’s Bar and Bistro.

Senna’s bar-bistro in Santa Barbara is the creation of Dutch couple, Bart and Maaike. Maaike was born into a family of caterers in the village of Wijk aan Zee, 15 minutes from Amsterdam, on the coast. She grew up and worked there until she was 21. Bart comes from a family who grow and export flowers and bulbs in Beverwijk, close to Maaike’s home village. At 17, Barts first job was in a bar in Castricum. After that, he went to work in Amsterdam and continued to work in bars and restaurants. In 1995, he started his own bar, and in 1997, a beach pavilion in the village Wijk aan Zee. The bar was opposite Maaike’s house, and eventually their paths crossed. Many years later they fell in love and the rest as they say, is history. In 2001 they decided to leave Holland and, build a new life in Portugal. They opened a bar in Almancil, and Maaike worked in the restaurant Florian in Quinta do Lago. After all these years of experience, they decided it was time for a new challenge. They found the location for the project in Santa Barbara de Nexe, Sítio do Canal. A nice Bar Bistro with a stunning view over land and sea from Olhão to Almancil. The bistro is named after their adorable one year old son ‘Senna’ and has been decorated in a classy, modern style, but it has got a very warm and friendly feeling. There is also a special children’s corner, ideal for young families. You can have a drink at the bar, take in the views on the sunny terrace or, in the winter, sit by the cosy fireplace. There is also a separate smoking area. Everybody is welcome for just a drink, some tapas and /or a meal. the average for a 3 course meal is €23,50. On the menu you’ll see the famous (Dutch) saté, a fantastic entrecote of Angus, and a picanha of wagyu (Kobe-style) beef and much

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February saw the ﬁrst castings for Miss Tavira 2010, at the fantastic Meeting room club in Tavira. Casting info@eastalgarvemag.com Miss Tavira 2010 at The Meeting room, Tavira 2nd Casting 10th of March 2010 Still open for entries, call 915 384 220 1st Gala 10th of April 2010 2nd Gala 15th of May 2010 Grand Final 26th of June 2010 The Meeting room will be open to the public for both Gala’s and the Grand ﬁnal.

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ver longed to lie on a bed of nails but thought — if it only came in Althoughorange?atﬁrst glance this looks painfully strange, once you understand the history behind ‘The Shakti Mat’, it makes a lot of sense and can be extremely effective. And someone once said, “no pain, no gain”! I have had great fun trying this and experiencing a totally different way to achieve deep relaxation and an enhanced meditative state, not to mention a back that looks like a pin cushion. Voted as Christmas present of the Year in Sweden 2009, let’s ﬁnd out more about it. What is The Shakti Mat? This is the more modern, user friendly version of the Indian Bed of Nails. It contains a total of 230 plastic discs with 27 points on each. This gives a total of 6,210 points of stimulation. Where did it originate from? The bed of nails dates back thousands of years to Indian mysticism. It was used not as a macho toy, but as a tool for healing the body and releasing emotional, physical and mental blockages. What can you use this for? Many things including relaxation, chronic fatigue, aching backs, insomnia, meditation and yoga.

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Because of the size and lightness of the mat, you can use it virtually anywhere, on holiday, at work and at home, to refresh and reenergize your daily life. How often should you use the mat? As with any therapy or exercise, regularity is the key to success. With regular use you can experience a longer sense of ease and wellbeing. So how do you use it?

What sensations do you feel when you lie on the mat. Initially you feel slightly uncomfortable lying on 6000 points, but within seconds your body relaxes and you feel your weight becomes evenly distributed over the mat and you forget it is there. You feel very warm and relaxed. It is from this relaxation that your body stimulates a healing process. Where can you buy the mats? Telephone 910 050 017 and speak to Margot Engström, André Baptista or Gunnel Levin. Email shaktiportugal@gmail.com

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The mat can be used on the entire body. From the spine, nerves radiate out and reach all parts of the body, which means that the back treatment can affect the entire body. Initially laying on the mat on your back for 10 to 15 minutes may be enough, but gradually increase to 20 to 40 minutes. Placing your feet on the mat works on the reﬂexology zones, which in turn will have an effect on the entire body. Placing the mat over a rolled up towel and resting your neck on it can help relieve tension in the shoulders and neck. For more ideas on how to use this look at www.ShaktiMat.com

Treatments are by appointment only and you should call André Tel. 964 845 296 or Margot Tel. 966 301 855 to make an appointment. A massage costs from €30.00.

The colour orange imparts energy, satisfaction and warmth. It is the colour of our sexual chakra called Svadisthana and is thought to help correct imbalances in this chakra. The colour green imparts calmness and harmony. It is a healing colour and is the colour full of life, as around us in nature. It also promotes balance of the body and soul. What else do you do here in Fuzeta? André and Margot are based in the heart of Fuzeta, and run a clinic called ‘From Feet to Head’. Here you can enjoy Swedish therapeutic massage, acupressure, trigger point and deep tissue massage, Thai massage and many other therapeutic treatments for the whole body.

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The Mats cost €50.00 each and come in orange and green. Why the different colours?

Kelly Roberts, a fully qualiﬁed hearing aid dispenser, explains.

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This month work will be starting on a new area in which to play Pétanque. Look out for details regarding games and competitions! Mini-market Plans are under way to open a very convenient new Mini-supermarket on the park... watch this space!

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Welcome to Caliço Parks ﬁrst newsletter in the East Algarve magazine. We are delighted to be working with the park, and welcome the residents as readers.

More observant residents will have noticed the new barriers in place at the entrance, this is both for esthetics and improved security. We also have the new security code entry system up and running. Road improvements Trials are underway to ﬁnd a new road surface to improve the roads within the park. A sample of the proposed surface can be viewed on the drive at Mr and Mrs Denton’s property. Mazda for maintenance You will notice a new Mazda truck out and around the park. This has been purchased in order to help maintenance within the park.

A fond farewell to Denise Denise has decided to pursue her own project, and it is with regret that we see her leave us. We would like to thank her for her dedication and commitment she has shown the park during the time she has been with us. Denise says “My leaving Caliço is the turning of a page in my life, and I am looking forward to a new project. I would like to thank all the residents and staff for their support and kindness over the years. I will however not be moving far so will be sure you in the village!” We wish her all the best in her new ventures.

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C ali ç o Pa r k AL G A R V E PORTUGAL This month I wanted to explain a little bit about hearing loss, and how it can be categorized by where or what part of the auditory system is damaged. There are three basic types of hearing loss: Conductive Hearing Loss: This type of loss is the result of disorders in either the outer or middle ear, which prevent sound from getting to the inner ear. Voices and sounds may sound faint or distorted. Some of the common causes of a conductive hearing loss are infections in ear canal or middle ear, wax build-up, foreign objects in the ear and otosclorosis. Sensorineural Hearing Loss: This occurs when inner ear nerves become damaged and do not properly transmit their signals to the brain. The most common complaint is that people seem to mumble and that they can hear but not understand what is being said. Ageing is the most common cause of this type of hearing loss. In addition to advancing age, sensorineural hearing loss can also be caused by excessive noise exposure, viral infections, ototoxic drugs, diabetes and can also be hereditary. Mixed Hearing Loss: This loss is a combination of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss at the same time. Both the middle and inner ear are involved. This hearing disorder can also occur when a person ﬁrst has a permanent sensorineural hearing loss, and then also develops a conductive loss (For example, a person who already had a permanent sensorineural loss gets a middle ear infection creating a greater hearing Throughoutloss).the month of March we are offering free hearing screenings – a simple 5 minute test that will conﬁrm if you have a hearing loss and what type it is, for more information call me at CAT-Centro Auditivo de Tavira on 289 090 663.

Residents will have noticed that the restaurant is currently being refurbished. Works include redecoration and addition of a new bar which, hopefully, will be completed by the end of this month.

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people, living in huts made of wood, reeds and straw on the beach. The museum in Olhão recently had an exhibition showing the restoration of Olhão during the 200 years following the French invasion. It currently displays original documents and artifacts from the opening of the market buildings. Olhão is a town of many ‘faces’ - if you approach from the ﬁshing port side it looks, and is, very industrial and, unless you are particularly interested in ﬁshing boats and warehousing it doesn’t look very attractive.

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However, around the corner from the dock, the road runs along the water front. If you are driving into Olhão, there is plenty of parking along this water front road - the stretch in front of the town is pay and display, but go a little further, and just before the road splits into a dual carriageway, there is a free carpark on the water front side. On the opposite side is the Olhão marina village which is now near completion. The ﬁve star hotel is due for completion in May, and we have heard, from a council spokesperson, of plans to build a new

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5 Star Hotel due to open in May!

I t has been one year since our “focus on” Olhão, so we thought we’d see what was new and upcoming for this charming fishing town. For those of you who don’t know, Olhão is a major port and actually the largest fishing port in the Algarve. It is full of character with Moorish-style houses, an influence from the commercial links with Africa. Although Olhão only really became a town of note in the 19th century, it was first mentioned in 1378. At this time it would have been a very small fishing settlement of a handful of

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Olhão today Olhão Museum ‘Renovating Olhão’ exhibition at the Olhão Museum Olhão’s brand new shopping center Original plans for Olhão Market on show at the Museum Museum exhibit Olhão’s Municipal Audotorium

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aquarium next to the site, which will display the flora and fauna of the Ria Formosa. More plans for this year include a skate park and a public garden with picnic area. There are two more purpose built warehouses planned for the docks, one solely for the canned fish industry and the other for the processing of fresh fish and seafood, both creating much needed employment opportunites for the locals. If you head into the centre of Olhão you may have seen the newly opened Ria shopping centre, complete with shops, food court, cinema and ample parking. There are two market buildings side by side along the water front, which are a ‘must visit’ for the huge variety of extremely fresh fish and seafood straight from the port and the vast array of locally grown, fresh fruit and vegetables. If you arrive at 5 or 6 in the morning, the fish are still alive, they don’t get fresher than that! During August, Olhão hosts a seafood festival which is extremely popular and was attended by 60,000 people last year, and celebrates its silver anniversary this year.

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The market halls are surrounded by pavement cafes, and it’s a great place to sit and enjoy the view of the boats, moored along the waterfront in the marina, and the hustle and bustle of the market. Why not spend a lovely afternoon in Olhão, it is steeped in history with its churches and museum, full of excellent restaurants and bursting with culture. Sea-

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Page 21 as it is most likely you have purchased your property at a more favourable exchange rate. In addition, you should invite a couple of agents to give you an indication of the current market value. Their knowledge about the market and actual achieved sales prices allows them a better insight than you can ever achieve yourself, by purely looking at the asking prices of properties. Most agents are willing to make an evaluation free of charge, as long as you decide to list your property with them. It will either reassure you, or introduce a new point of view. Should you decide to lower the asking price, do not make a common mistake by lowering it in small increments. One large reduction makes a bigger impact. Regardless of your situation, leave a fairly broad margin for negotiation. The past 12 months have demonstrated that buyers try to negotiate more than ever but keep in mind that your asking price should not be too far away from an offer you would accept. If priced right, a buyer will be aware the asking price is realistic. While still trying to get a good deal, they already know a low offer has little chance of success. An additional advantage is more viewings from buyers who previously may have considered your property to be outside of their budget. Moreover, in the Spring of 2010, there are signs that the market is picking up gradually. Sandra Swoboda Land & Houses Algarve – Yellow www.landandhousesalgarve.coHomesmRuaDr.JoséPiresPadinha1788800-354TaviraAMI6232Tel:281320281Fax:281321901 info@eastalgarvemag.com Tlm:(+351) 915 500 141/2 Ofﬁce (+351) 961 952 148 Fax (+351)281 971 076 Ângela Dias Tel (+351) 969 459 200 Rua José Pires Padinha, No 44, Escrit.13, 8800, Tavira eapr@iol.pt • eapm@iol.pt www.east-algarve-property-rentals.com • www.east-algarve-property-management.com By the sea, in the mountains or in the city... enjoy your stay with us. We’ll take care of you and your house as we would our own. PROPERTYMANAGEMENTPROPERTYRENTALS

Page 22 info@eastalgarvemag.com Ref 921 5 Excellentapartmentbedroom€299.000aptonhigherground floor, quality finishes, 10 mins walk or 2 mins by car to Tavira. A/C throughout, English satellite TV. Lounge w/fireplace, equipped kitchen, 5 beds / four baths, 3 en-suite. 50m2 private roof terrace with views of Tavira /ocean. 2 parking spaces in the garage. Company AMI 7673 Office: Tel/Fax 281 952 820 Mobile: 00351 911 041 861/2 Casawww.algarvemantaproperties.comSALES:RENTALS:www.algarvemanta.ptEMAIL:sarah@algarvemanta.ptAnibalR/ClojaB,EstradadaMantaRota8900-038VilaNovadeCacela MAIN OFFICE – E.N.125, Cevadeiras, 8900-024 Vila Nova de Cacela TEL: 281-951165 FAX: 281-951438 CABANAS OFFICE – (Waterfront) Ava Ria Formosa, Centro Comercial Loja 2, 8800-591 Cabanas de Tavira TEL: 281-370277 FAX: 281-370761 EMAIL belosantospedras@hotmail.com WEBSITE www.estealgarve.comLICENÇA No 504-AMI APARTMENT - OLHÃO - Lovely apt. type T3, built in 1998, 4th/top floor, quiet location, pretty garden, walking distance to town centre. Lift, private garage in basement, common roof terrace w/ nice equipped.furnishedSoldofCoveredviews.area113.30m2.partiallyand 145.000EUROS MONCARAPACHO / OLHÃO Approx. 10 mins drive from Olhão, 5 mins from golf course and Moncarapacho, in a quiet citrus growing area, consists of approx. 10.000m2 of flat land w/ large no of orange trees, 5 houses / units and 2 garages. Bore hole, irrigation tank, electricity, good access, municipal water and telephone. PRICE - EUROS 530.000 ▲ ▲ restaurants,schools,todistancewalkingofinapartment,Newthecentretown,shops, shopping centre. Offer entrance hall, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge and equipped kitchen. MANTA ROTA REF: V2905 280 000€ Rua 1° de Maio, 30-A, 8800-360 Tavira, Portugal Tel. +351 281 324 684 Fax: +351 281 324 685 Website: www.imo90.com Email: imo90tavira@gmail.comSOCIEDADEDEMED.IMOBILIÁRIA,LDALICENCANo764-AMIREALESTATEAGENCY REF: A3133 TAVIRA REF: V3185 550 000€250 000€ Cottage with hallway entrance, kitchen, 2 beds, study, bathroom, lounge with wood burner, patio, roof terrace and a storage space. Set in 3 700m2 of land with a ruin; opportunity to build a 2nd house. SANTA CATARINA REF: V3029 Luxury villa in a prestigious development on the outskirts of Tavira. Pool, garden, kitchen/dining room, lounge, patios, 4 beds, 3 baths, office and laundry room. Roof terrace with country/sea views. TAVIRA 2 storey house, walking distance to the beach. Set in a plot of 314 m2 with pool, BBQ, terraces, 3 beds, 2 baths, kitchen, lounge, wc, storeroom and garage. 105 000€ East Algar ve MAGAZINE PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS WITH US FROM ONLY €50, UP TO €250 FOR A FULL PAGE If you would like to promote your business with the East Algarve magazine contact us on info@eastalgarvemag.comorTel961700200.Ifyouwouldliketomeetwitharepresentative,pleasecallSteveBoothon967190218(SaoBras)orKimAllenon927168059(Tavira) As an advertiser you automatically become a distributer, and will be provided with a number of copies to issue to your customers.

There are a many good reasons to buy a property that is under construction. One is that the property is sold at a discounted rate to the ﬁnished market price. Also the buyer often gets the opportunity to make decisions on layouts and ﬁnishes during the remaining construction phase.

• The areas of Portugal constructing for tourism are far smaller, and more restricted, than in other European countries. This helps to keep property prices and resale values much more stable.

Buying off-plan or under constuction

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In most cases, properties that are sold whilst still under construction are bought as turnkey developments. This means that the developer ﬁnishes the construction. However sometimes deals are made where the investor buys the development as it is, and ﬁnishes it himself.

The alternative way to buy. Portugal and the Algarve are both excellent places to invest in off-plan property for many reasons.

• The Algarve has the best weather in Europe, and miles of first class beaches and golf courses. In addition to the above, the Portuguese government has officially named ‘quality tourism’ as one of the new main incomes of future Portugal. This means the government will continue to invest heavily into improved infrastructures and facilities, to attract tourists from Europe and beyond About Off-Plan Properties: Off-plan property is bought based on drawings of the project/development. Purchasing off-plan property offers substantial financial benefits to the investor, with units sold at around 20-25% less than the turnkey price. In a buoyant market the property will then gain in value during the remaining construction. Throughout the property construction, investors will have the chance to buy any remaining units. The purchase price will increase as the properties near completion. Therefore buying off-plan, which is the earliest development stage, offers the best return on investment. Buying at this stage also gives investors the chance to snap up prime locations in the development. Under construction

• The political situation throughout the Algarve and Portugal is stable, and crime rates are very low compared to European neighbours.

Our hot tips for properties currently under construction in the East Algarve include the Algarve Wine Spa which is a breathtaking five star development in Tavira unlike anything else currently on the market due to it’s unique aparthotel and spa complex. Another stunning development which has been hard to miss, is the Village Marina in Olhão project with amazing town centre location with uninterrupted seaviews unlike anything else on the Algarve. To conclude, however, our biggest tip is to inform your local agent that you are interested in purchasing off-plan. This way, as soon as any new developments come on line, you will be first to know about it. Right now there are some great developments in planning that are due for launch this summer, and the only way you will be first to know about them is to register your interest.

Website; www.grahams-property.com Tel: +351 281 544 636 or +351 914 980 922 E-mail: sales@grahams-property.comRuaDiogo Cão, no1 – R/C 8900-430 Monte Gordo, Algarve – Portugal AMI:6484 Validade 10/05/11 APEMIP No 3185 4 bedrooms, 2 en-suites, short walk to town, beach is 4km away V.N. de Cacela 295,000 Ref: GR-951 SERVING YOU AND YOUR GUESTS WITH COMPLETE SATISFACTION IN MIND 00 351 913 692 170 or UK 0161 298 4800 RENTALSwww.smartavillas.com&PROPERTYMANAGEMENTLet us make renting easy. Management Packages tailored to suit your needs Advertising•Enquiries & Bookings •Payment Collection•Cleaning •Laundry•Meeting•24/7 Helpline •Bill Payments•Guest Services; Golf Leisure Trips & Transfers tavira auction Aladdin´s Cave Good Quality 2nd hand furniture LIVING ROOM FURNITURE TABLES AND CHAIRS ✣ BEDROOM ACCESSORIES ✣ WHITE GOODS GARDEN ✣ MIRRORS ✣ GAMES ✣ BOOKS AND VIDEOS ✣ DISCS ✣ ART ✣ ANTIQUES EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FURNISH A HOME Give us a call anytime; 00(351) 916 138 www.taviraauction.com059 We are happy to make an OFFER on your HOUSE CLEARANCES & SINGLE ITEMS FARO N125 Mte Gordo AuctionTaviraGranPlazaTAVIRAStationPetrol TRANSPORT?NEED We arrange it for you... price per hour 00351 916 138 059 (English) 0034 660641237 (all languages) NEXT AUCTION 20.02.10 Doors open 9am, Auction at 10am VIEWING & TAKE IN DAYS Monday Friday, 10am-1pm RESTAURANTFORSALEINTAVIRA Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to buy a restaurant,fashionablelocatedinthecenterofTavira. * Well established. * Excellent reputation. * Regular, high class existing clients. For further details please call 917 925 031 or 1950asf@gmail.comemail Beautiful home, 4 bedrooms, ideal rental, large living room 55m2, garden and sea views Marim 255,000 Ref: GR-1311 Large sunny terrace, 2 bedrooms with balconies, communal pool, 5 minutes from town Loulé 141,000 Ref: GR-1365 Attractive townhouse, 2 bedrooms, fully furnished, roof terrace, two bathrooms Cabanas 165,000 Ref: GR-1623 Page 24 info@eastalgarvemag.com

Av. Maria Lizarda Palermo Lj 3, MONCARAPACHO Tel. 00351 289 798 196 / 00351 96 744 2552 PROPERTY SALES MANAGEMENT RENTALS TRANSLATIONS PROJECT MANAGEMENT DOCUMENTATION Price € 165,000 Price € 200,000 Price € 380,000 Renovated 2 bedroom traditional townhouse 3 bedroom detached property w/annex 3 bedroom detached villa with pool in an with exceptional interior design only 50m & donkey house for conversion with elevated location & extensive views to from water front Cabanas coastal views Moncarapacho the sea Quelfes Visit: www.juliesproperties.com Email: julie@juliesproperties.com NEIL & EMILY RICHARDSON REMOVALS “Caring for your possessions is second nature and we strive to care for yours as if they were our own” TLM. +351 939 486 870/+351 939 486 807 Member of the British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce Tel +351 281 963 191 Email: neilandem@sapo.pt Website www.ne-internationalremovals.comApartado166,8800TAVIRAREMOVALS&STORAGELOCAL,NATIONAL&UK Packing service • Mudan ç as e Armazenagem Page 25info@eastalgarvemag.com

info@eastalgarvemag.comPage 26 PropertyRUSSELL & DECOZ REAL ESTATE Tel: 00351 289 792 785 Mobile 963 085 580 Email: AMIpropertyrussell@mail.telepac.ptwww.algarve-pt.comLicensenº870-MemberofAPEMIPnº1178Av.MariaLizardaPalermo43a,8700-081Moncarapacho,Algarve,Portugal WAS €340.000 NOW €299.000 Ref MON1047V * Near Sao Bras de ALPORTEL * FULLY furnished three bedroom villa * garage * pool * gardens of 1033m2 * covered area of 306m2 * built to a good standard * lounge * ﬁtted kitchen * master bedroom with en-suite bathroom * two guest bedrooms with shared shower room * laundry room * garage for one car * Mains services * 2 sat-dishes * solar panels * air conditioning * wood burner * irrigated garden * small orchard with a variety of fruit trees * driveway * cobblestone parking * forged iron gates. Situated just outside of the prosperous little town of São Brás de Alportel, in a very small residential estate. São Brás de Alportel, directly north of Faro, has a good selection of shops, very adequate facilities and amenities, one of the best colleges in the Algarve, daily fresh ﬁsh and vegetable markets, weekly street market and is only around 20 minutes drive to Faro airport or island beach. This property is a lovely, comfortable holiday retreat or permanent home and should be viewed.

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Shane Allen, Chef Quinta da Fonte do Bispo, EN270, Santa Catarina, Fonte do TaviraBispo, Every Friday night is Steak night at Quinta Fontedo Bispo. All steaks come with home made chips,onion rings, mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, peas,and your choice of sauce. With prices starting from only€8.50 for rump steak, €13.00 for the Sirloin pictured, up to €19.50 for a 16oz T-bone (pre order only), the value isexceptional! Why not add battered prawns for an extra€3.50 to make a superb Surf and Turf. Friday’s menu also includes English style Fish and Chips,and a vegetarian option too. For more details, contacts and a map for directions, seethe Quinta’s advert on the back page.

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Quinta da Fonte do Bispo introduce their fantastic value, Friday steak night.

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mesa do cume �� Discover the serra Mesa do Cume / Table on the top Mesa do Cume is a modern restaurant nestled at the highest point in the serra of Eastern Algarve, situated half an hour drive from Tavira. We would like to invite our guests for an unique experience, enjoying a beautiful scenic drive up the mountain, enjoying the serra with its traditional lifestyles and beautiful nature. DELIGHTFUL AND AFFORDABLE MENUS, ALSO OFFERING EXCELLENT VEGETARIAN CHOICES • REFRESHMENTS, COFFEE, HOMEMADE CAKES, LITTLE APPETIZERS • AL FRESCO DINING TERRACE WITH SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEW • MARKED WALKING AND MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS , DESCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE NEW MENUS MENU ECONOMICO, 3 courses Wednesday – Saturday € 12,50 PRATO DA SEMANA Wednesday – Saturday € 7,50 MENU DO CHEF, 3 courses All week € 20,00 A la carte All week ALL OUR FOOD IS HOMEMADE, FRESH AND VERY TAST Y Open 10am till 5pm, until June (From June till Sept till 11 pm) MONDAY AND TUESDAY CLOSED • Location: Alcaria do Cume, RN 397 Tavira – Cachopo • Phone: 281 326 144 / 912 725 745 • Web: www.mesadocume.net • E-mail: mesa.do.cume@sapo.pt ÒEnjoy the feeling of having entered a world where all the senses are gratifiedÓ Good life ÒPart of the fun is getting thereÒ O SuplementoÒHighly recommendedÓ 1-2-3 Algarve Page 30 info@eastalgarvemag.com RESTAURANTECABANASBRASSERIE Located beside the church Affordable,Children’sVegetarianDailydisheshomemadeSpecials,food,menu. Open from 18.30h Closed Sundays Tel 966 314 848 With seating both inside the Bistro and on the Bougainvillea shaded terrace, relax and while away the hours with a choice from the carefully selected wine list and a plate or three of Tapas from the extensive menu. TAPAS & WINE BISTRO NOW OPEN Telephone 289 792 087 Rua do Carmo; No15, Moncarapacho, 8700-096, Olhão ◊ INTERNATIONAL TAPAS ◊ SUPERB WINES ◊ DAILY TAPAS SPECIALS BOARD ◊ STONE BAKED, HAND MADE PIZZAS SUNDAY ROASTS 10€ 2 COURSES (BOOKING ADVISED) OPEN FOR LUNCH 12PM-2.30PM (3.30PM SUN) AND DINNER 7PM-9.30PM (CLOSED SUNDAY EVE AND ALL DAY MONDAY) TEASHOPFLAVOURS& 60 varieties of tea, exclusive coffees, hot chocolates, and much more! Need a touch of Afternoonhome?tea&scones Visit us at Tavira Gran Plaza, 1st ﬂoor, Food Court hereareWe Pedras da Rainha Bus Taxi N

Specialities: Home made soups, Salads, Fresh fish daily, Steaks, Cataplanas, Vegetarian dishes, Pasta dishes, Home made desserts, Irish coffee, Extensive range of wines & ports. Traditional Roast served every Sunday, Live Music Available for group bookings, large seating area by the river. Rua Borda d’Agua da Asseca, 46-50 - 8800-325 Tavira Tel./Fax 00 (351) 281 323 165 E-mail info@beirariotavira.com TVAvailablechannelswww.beirariotavira.com fish dail y, Ve getarian Pasta dishes, Home made desser ts, cof fee, lar ge ar ea www.beir ariotavir a.com Available g r oup Page 31info@eastalgarvemag.com Rua da Liberdade n.º 126 FUSETA • OLHÃO • ALGARVE Telephone 289 798 045 SPECIALITIES INCLUDE Fresh local seafood • Cataplanas • Specialseafood rices • Fish noodles • Fresh grilledfish • Filet in Mirandesa style (consideredthe best meat in Portugal)• French veal steak • Duck breast in orange and honey PLUS MUCH MUCH MORE! LIVE ACOUSTIC SESSION EVERY SUNDAY. CALL FOR RESERVATIONS FUSETA Join us on Wednesday, 17th March to celebrate ST. PATRICK’S DAY Open from 12.00pm Food Served All Day Live Music from 9.30pm

Page 32 info@eastalgarvemag.com Book a romantic terrace table at sleek A Ver Tavira for magical views over the town's rooftops. The chef's inventive cooking includes such delights as mango soup and shrimp stuffed artichokes. The place not to be missed for eating is the recently opened restaurant A Ver Tavira- it’s Asuperb.VerTavira is certainly the best restaurant of the city! Great location and modern local kitchen. Calçada da Galeria, 13 8800-303 Tavira Algarve - Portugal Tel. +351 281 381 avertavira@gmail.com363 The Telegraph Trip algarverestaurantsadvisor.info A Ver Tavira RestaurantPianobar Rua Ria Formosa nº2, 8800-591 Cabanas de Tavira · Tel: 915 085 208 · Email: esmeraldas.irish.pub@hotmail.com 17th March St. Patricks day 18th + 19th 2 day Golf tournament! CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION EastAll&BuildingAlgarveGardensgeneralBuildingworkundertaken Full refurbishments • Tiling Plumbing • Joinery Rooﬁng • Painting Etc. Generalmaintenancegarden Decking • Patios • Planting FOR A FRIENDLYPROMPTSERVICE Tel 00351 964 508 128 ian.shaw72@hotmail.co.ukemail

Cultivation Most varieties will just sit there well after the last frost if the night temperature is less than 55 degrees. The more sun they get, the more robust the plant, the more they’ll flower, and of course those flowers are the source of the fruit. Water well and deeply. Aim for uniformly moist, but not soggy, soil. It makes all the difference in how well your plants will do. The following may help you with your plants: Tomatoes also like raised beds. The warmer soil is conducive to better growth. Unless there is a reason to not use them, they are definitely the way to go.

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GROWING TOMATOES

Who would believe that it was the tax man who answered the age old question...Fruit or Vegetable?

An interesting aspect of tomato history is the classic debate: Is the Tomato a Fruit or Vegetable? I guess that depends on whom you are asking. By definition, a fruit is the edible plant structure of a mature ovary of a flowering plant, usually eaten raw; some are sweet like apples, but the ones that are not sweet such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, etc. are commonly called vegetables. Botanists claim that a fruit is any fleshy material that covers a seed, or seeds, whereas a horticulturist’s point of view would be that the tomato is a vegetable plant. Until the late 1800’s the tomato was classified as a fruit to avoid taxation, but this was changed after a Supreme Court ruling that the tomato is a vegetable and should be taxed accordingly. When all is said and done, the history of the tomato has classified it as a poisonous, beautiful, plant, a tax-avoiding fruit, and a taxable vegetable. Nonetheless, the tomato is the most popular vegetable in America and enjoyed by millions all over the Tomatoesworld.belong to the genus Lycopersicon (Solanaceae family). Evidence supports the theory that first domesticated tomato was a little yellow fruit, ancestor of L. cerasiforme, grown by the Aztecs of Central America who called it ‘xitomatl’ (pronounced zee-toemá-tel), meaning plump thing with a navel, and later called tomati by other Central American tribes. Aztec writings mention tomatoes were prepared with peppers and salt, likely to be the original salsa recipe. The tomato’s actual origin is thought to be Peru in South America where it grew wild (like a weed) several thousands of years before making its way north to Central America.

The basics of growing tomatoes are relatively simple. Tomatoes like warmth, sun, and plenty of water. They can be grown in the ground and take well to containers, so they can be grown just about anywhere. It may look like work, but once you pop the ﬁrst ripe fruit into your mouth you’ll be hooked.

NEW TO THE EASTERN ALGARVE Our veggie boxes tend to change on a weekly basis to reﬂect what’s in season. We suggest that these boxes are suitable for the number of people shown below, based on a week’s use. If you are a vegetarian then we recommend that you go up a box size.

As with most things, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Buy disease-resistant plants if you can. Heirlooms may not indicate any disease resistance, but that most likely means they haven’t been lab tested for pathogens. Check some of the gardening message boards on the Web for tomato gardeners in your region; you may be able to determine which varieties are more resistant to prevalent diseases or problems in your area. Experience is also a good teacher, which is another reason for growing a several different types of tomatoes. You can prevent foliage disease by keeping the leaves dry, which means watering at the base of the plants, not overhead. Also, a southeastern exposure is ideal because it is both warm without being hot, and the early morning sun dries dew so leaves don’t remain damp for long. Also, but no less important, don’t water your tomato plants at night unless you are using a drip irrigation Spacesystem. plants so they are well ventilated and not too crowded.

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SMALL VEGGIE BOX 1-2 people Contains 8 varieties of vegetables and tends to contain potatoes, carrots and onions on a weekly basis. €9.95 MEDIUM VEGGIE BOX 2-3people Contains 10 varieties of vegetables and tends to contain potatoes, carrots and onions on a weekly basis. €11.95 LARGE VEGGIE BOX 3-4 people This box contains 12 varieties of vegetables and tends to be the best value box.. This box usually contains potatoes, carrots and onions on a weekly basis. €14.95

For indeterminant varieties, build a trellis structure or use a tall bamboo teepee to which you can tie the growing vines. Tomato cages may not be big enough. Bushy varieties do ﬁne with tomato cages. Transplant about two weeks after the last frost date, if at all possible. The earlier you can get your plants moved into the garden the better, however, cool or damp weather is not the tomato’s friend. Keep soil moist and avoid letting it dry out. Uneven watering can cause a host of problems including blossom end rot. If you intend to fertilize, use a 510-5 fertilizer and be sparing. Over fertilization is worse than no fertilization at all. Pinch off suckers that form at the joint between the stem and branch. No point in wasting valuable plant energy on pointless growth. Soil Tomatoes are pretty tough and will grow in just about any type of soil. However, the richer the soil the more likely you will be able to raise beautiful tomatoes organically. Washed dairy compost is nutrient rich and won’t burn young plants. It holds water well too, which is vital for tomato growth and happiness. Mulch to retain moisture with straw. Some folks like to add moisture granules to their soil and pots to retain moisture...especially when they might miss a day or two of watering. Disease and prevention Some tomato varieties are more susceptible to fungus, bacteria, and nematodes than others. And such vulnerability is usually compounded by your growing zone and soil type. Commercial varieties usually indicate on the tag, with a designation like VFN for example, if they are resistant to such systemic diseases as verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt, or Ifnematodes.yourtomato plants get sick and die quickly, the chances are good you have some type of systemic disease. If they lose all their leaves or leaves get curled, yellow, or just drop, it’s more likely to be one of the many foliage diseases. Only a professional can diagnose the problem for sure. You may be able to diagnose the problem by contacting your county extension service or through a reliable nursery.

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Page 36 info@eastalgarvemag.com Homes Rain, rain and more rain. The endless downpours are starting to produce a variety of different coloured mould and mildew like substances on my walls, ceilings, ornaments, wardrobes, even my shoes! My shoes were covered in green fur and my bedroom walls covered in black spots. I was concerned for my family’s health, I’ve heard this kind of problem can irritate the lungs for asthmatics, but I’ve also read that it can cause depression and tiredness. After speaking, or should I say ranting, about the problem to everyone I meet, a number of solutions have been put my way, for example, a humidiﬁer, very good for drying out the damp but want I needed to do was to effectively remove this stuff. Most of the advice given involved spraying and dabbing the mould with cheap bleach and eventually painting over the areas with anti mould paint. I toyed with the idea for sometime, but could

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Grapefruit Seed Extract The advantage of using grapefruit seed extract instead of tea tree oil for killing mould is that it is odourless. 20 drops grapefruit seed extract 2 cups Combinewaterina spray bottle, shake to blend, and spray on problem areas. Do not rinse. Makes about 2 cups, lasts indeﬁnitely.

Vinegar Spray Straight vinegar reportedly kills 82 percent of mould. Pour some white distilled vinegar straight into a spray bottle, spray on the mouldy area, and let set without rinsing if you can put up with the smell. It will dissipate in a few hours.

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P ine Caterpillars (Latin name thaumetopoea pityocampa) are probably one of the most unpleasant creatures you will ﬁnd in Spain and Portugal, certainly in areas where pine trees grow in abundance. They are found throughout the warmer regions of Southern Europe, the Near East and North Africa. As well as causing much damage to pine forests, they are a major danger to animals and, to a lesser degree, human beings. Do not touch them. Warn your children that they are not like the friendly English caterpillars. The very ﬁne hairs on these creatures are poisonous and most dangerous. They can be seen living in silk cocoon style nests hanging in the pine trees to which they are most harmful, stripping them of their pine needles. When hungry, they leave their cocoon to seek another uninfested tree on which to feed. They travel nose to tail in a line, hence the name Processional. They are most noticeable from January to mid April and are at their most dangerous in February and March.

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Treatment: If a person or animal shows signs of shock, get them to a doctor, hospital or vet immediately.

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The caterpillars are often seen in the evenings, walking in procession from tree to tree. If they drop onto you or your pet, don’t brush them off with your hands because the effect is most unpleasant, causing great irritation, rash and pain. Dogs, cats and people can suffer from shock. The hairs of the caterpillars are still virulent even when the creatures are dead. Do not hit them with sticks because hairs flying in the air are just as dangerous. Burn them, but be careful of floating Ifhairs.you live near pine trees, it is recommended that you keep Anti Histamine tablets handy as an early treatment. In particular, avoid ingesting the hairs. Dogs are most at risk by sniffing the ground where the caterpillars have marched. Take particular care with your eyes. If affected, the result is serious, causing pain and swelling similar to a bad case of conjunctivitis.

Caterpillars (Processional Pine Caterpillars) the

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Benamor Golf, 10th hole

D epending on the wind, this hole can vary between a driver and a 7 iron. What makes this such a good hole is that you have so many obstacles, ie out of bounds, just off the green left, out of bounds right side, a large lake 30 metres in front of the green, large tree overhanging right side of green and a menacing bunker on the front edge of the green. So how do you hit the target? Remember, be Goodmindful!players have the power to think while they are competing, most golfers are not thinking even when they believe they are, they are only worrying. Worrying is a misuse of your mind on the golf course, whatever your obstacle, worry will only make it more difﬁcult, furthermore it is impossible to make a good golf swing if your muscles are too tense. Rather than worrying be mindful of the shot in hand and go ahead and play it as if you are going to hit the best shot of your life, you really might do it. Good luck, Keith. Keith Ashdown, P.G.A. Resident professional This is my favourite par 3, length 156 metres.

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Next up was a visit to the famous university city of Coimbra to take on fellow strugglers Académica. The magnificent stadium had been rebuilt for Euro 2004 and inaugurated in 2003 with a Rolling Stones concert that attracted 50,000. An enthralling match disappointingly attracted a crowd of only 3,152 considering that Académica had beaten Sporting 21 in Lisbon the previous weekend. Olhanense were forced to make several changes, Anselmo, Stephane and skipper Rui Duarte were absent through injury, whilst central defender Tengarrinha was suspended having amassed five yellow cards. Delson was drafted into midfield and Sandro slotted into the back four. In the 20th minute a quickly taken free-kick saw Ukra’s superb cross find the head of the unmarked Djalmir to give Olhanense a deserved lead. Ten minutes later and all the good work was undone when a sloppy challenge by Paulo Sérgio handed the home side a penalty. The resulting spot kick was duly despatched by Tiero despite a valiant effort by keeper Ventura. Final score 1-1 and a valuable point Thegained.much awaited match against Sporting was marked by a minute’s silence in memory of those who had lost their lives in the disaster in Madeira. This was a particularly poignant moment for those supporters who had enjoyed the wonderful hospitality of their Madeiran hosts when they visited the island to play Marítimo last Sporting,December.fresh from the visit to Liverpool where they lost 2-1 to Everton in the first leg of their Europa League tie, were hoping to return to winning ways. The atrocious weather conditions did not help but both sides endeavoured to play good football, and the home side should have been in the lead on 26 minutes but Djalmir blazed his shot wide. Sporting also had chances but failed to capitalise on their aerial advantage. The second half started with ‘man-of-the-match’ Sporting keeper Rui Patricio making a superb save from Castro. With conditions deteriorating everyone was happy to hear the final whistle none more so than Sporting. Final score 0-0.

Alberto contador wins Volta do Algarve

The first major cycle event of the year was plagued by some of the worst weather in the event’s history. Even so the crowds turned out to cheer home Spaniard Alberto Contador, overall winner of the five day 740 kms tour. The 4th stage, Cacela to Tavira, included forays into the hills, and covering a distance of 169 kms, was won by Belgian Sebastien Rosseler for the newly formed RadioShack team. Highest placed Portuguese rider was Tiago Machado who finished third, 32 seconds behind Contador.

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The latest news from dedicated follower Chris Wright. Olhanense ended January in the bottom three of Portugal’s Premier Football League, but February was to prove to be a good month for the Algarveans. Last season’s fourth placed Nacional, who qualiﬁed for the UEFA Europa League, arrived in Olhão, hoping to cement their position in the top six. But it was the home side who were to take all three points, when substitute Toy headed home the only goal of the game in the 90th minute. A number of English clubs, including Newcastle United & QPR, were present to watch the industrious Castro and his fellow Portugal Under 21 team mate Ukra.

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Richard Bassett Official review; The C-Word is an unflinchingly honest and darkly humorous account of Lisa’s battle with The Bullshit, as she came to call it. From the good days when she could almost pretend it wasn’t happening, to the bad days, when she couldn’t bear to wake up, Lisa’s story is emotional, heartbreaking and often hilarious. The C-Word will make you laugh and cry, and ultimately reaffirm your faith in life. ‘Carrie Bradshaw fell in Dior, I fell in Debenhams. It was May 2008, and it was spectacular. Uncomfortable heels + slippy floor + head turned by a cocktail dress = thwack. Arms stretched overhead, teeth cracking on floor tiles, chest and knees breaking the fall. It was theatrical, exaggerated, a perfect 6.0. And it was Significant Moment No.1 in discovering that I had grade-three breast cancer.’ The last thing Lisa Lynch had expected to put on her ‘things to do before you’re 30’ list was beating breast cancer, but them’s the breaks. So with her life on hold, and her mind close to capacity with unspoken fears, questions and emotions, she turned to her Mac and started blogging about the frustrating, life-altering, sheer pain-in-thearse inconvenience of getting breast cancer at the age of 28. About the Author Lisa Lynch is a journalist and magazine editor. At the age of 28, while editing her second interiors title, Lisa discovered a lump in her breast - a lump that spawned not just cancer, but a blog (www. alrighttit.com), this book and a writing career. Talk about milking it. Follow the blog at www.lisalynch.co.ukwww.alrighttit.com wide and eclectic range of new and used books English language, as well as a generous helping of used and collectable books in Portuguese and French. Also a wonderful selection of children’s books. Special orders and book finding service available. Gift certificates.

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