Nov09 East Algarve Magazine

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Welcome to the November issue of the East Algarve magazine. This month we focus on Alcoutim, a little off the beaten track, but a wonderfully unspoilt area with beautiful views, deﬁnitely well worth a visit in our opinion. Elsewhere we were invited to a local tile factory, where owner Xico explained the historical tile making process, and his future plans for the factory. Our featured recipe comes from the stunning A Ver Tavira restaurant, located adjacent to Tavira Castle, and we have more golf tips from the resident professional at Benamor golf. This month’s gardening pages continue with part two of our feature on roses, and in our health pages we have an exclusive interview with Cranial Massuese and Osteopath Catherine Pauwels. hope enjoy this month’s

magazine... Welcome... 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 PUBLISHER, EDITOR & GRAPHIC DESIGNER Richard Bassett CO-ORDINATORSEDITORIAL Susan Purvis Richard Bassett Snr. Katie Bassett PHOTGRAPHS Gordon Railton ADVERTISING Call 961 700 200 or email info@eastalgarvemag.com CONSULTANT Arne Jakobsen the Great Dane PRINTED BY GraﬁcasLitograﬁs-ArtesLda,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 MAGAZINEEast Algar ve Page 2 info@eastalgarvemag.com Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 2 2/11/09 17:21:04

Page 3info@eastalgarvemag.com 6 Get up to date on the latest East Algarve news! 7 BOOK LOVERS CORNER This months’ book reviews 8 PLACES Visit a Tile factory in Sta. Catarina 10PEOPLE Meet Mike, Gigi and baby Kieron from Esmirelda’s in Cabanas 12 HEALTH Gareth Bullock interviews Catherina Pauwels 14FOCUS ON Alcoutim. 18PROPERTY If you’ve got it... ﬂaunt it! 20PROPERTY How to best prepare your home for selling 21PROPERTY Investing in Santa Bárbara de Nexe and São Brás 23FOOD From A Ver Tavira 27GARDENING Growing and caring for roses 30FINANCE Investing in Natural Gas 31CYNIC’S CORNER A chance to air your views 32ENVIRONMENT Half price solar systems! 34GOLF Pro tips on how best to play the 18th hole at Benamor Golf. 36SPORT The latest from Chris Wright 38 KIDS’ PAGE Just for kids!!! 39 CLASSIFIEDS Grab a local bargain 23 14 27 CONTENTS 10 8 Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 3 2/11/09 17:21:34

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Dear Dave, Thank you for your email, we haven’t had any information about this, hopefully we may have a planespotter amongst our readers who can help you. If there is anybody out there with some information, please come forward.

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The Angels Theatre Group would like to thank you and the staff,for kindly supporting us by advertising our recent production in your magazine. Such help as yours contributes to our success. The “Old Time Music Hall” show, was authentically reproduced in the Stable Gallery, in the museum at São Brás.on October 16th and 17th. We are thrilled to announce that the group received a STANDING OVATION, on each of the evening performances from sell out Weaudiences.raised over 4000€, to beneﬁt the Aged of São Brás. This will be used to buy goods required by the needy and distributed with the help of São Brás Solidário, run by Maria and Alex Moreira. We believe that there’s an opportunity to entertain, whilst raising money for local causes and judging from the response, we may have something right.! More information can be found on our web site www.angelstheatregroup. com and reCo@live.comenquiriesTheAngelsTheat

Dear East Algarve Magazine, It was disappointing not to read the name of Antonio’s restaurant, in Moncarapacho, in your article of the said village. A more friendly family you could not come across, a spacious dining room, internet cafe, good menu and food, which all leads to relaxed dining. John W. Roy. Moncarapacho Dear John, Thank you very much for your email, all feedback is very much appreciated. We sincerely apologise for not mentioning Antonio’s restaurant in our article on Moncarapacho. Unfortunately, it is not possible to mention all establishments in our Focus on pages, as we simply don’t have time to try them all personally. However, if there is somewhere we know and feel readers would enjoy, we try to recommend them. By way of apology, we have placed a free advertisement for Antonio’s in this issue

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Joy Behennah andGrifﬁthsMarion Dear East Algarve Magazine, On Tuesday 20th October at lunchtime, a four engined jet landed at Faro airport. I wondered, sad I know, if anyone knew why this was? Did it have problems en route as I have never seen a wide body jet at Faro? Dave, via Email GUESTHOUSE, BAR & BISTRO QUINTA FONTE DO BISPO QUINTA FONTE DO BISPO RIB EYE STEAK, CHIPS, PEAS, HOME MADE ONION RINGS IN WHITE WINE BATTER, MUSHROOMS AND TOMATOES Call 281 971 484, email info@qtfontebispo.com or see our websitewww.qtfontebispo.com or see our map on the back page

OLHTHEATREÃO-The God of Carnage, 13/11-14/11, 21h30, Municipal auditorium tel.289 710 170 V.R.STO ANTONIO - My Body Moves, 09/11-13/11, 17h00-19h00, Municipal library TAVIRA - “George Dandin” by Molière, 14/11, 21h30, Cine-Teatro António Pinheiro OLHÃO - For children “Seraﬁm E Companhia”, 21/11, 15h00, Mu nicipal auditorium Tel. 289 710 170 TAVIRAEXHIBITIONS-Exhibition “Aurora of my humanity” by Francis Tondeur, until 30/11, Tues-Sat 10h00 -12h30 14h00-17h30, Municipal museum Tel. 281 320 500 STO.ESTEVAO “Colin Howe” recent works, Until 30/11, 10h0012h00, 15h00-18h00, Casa do Povo de Sto.Estevão V.R.STO.ANTÓNIO - 1st V.R.Sto. Antonio exhibition of Algarve confectionery, 05/11-08/11, 10h30-22h00, Interval 13h0014h30, Antonio Aleixo cultural centre V.R.STO ANTÓNIO - Exhibi tion-35th International Salon of photographic art, 16/11-30/11, Daily 09h30-12h30, 14h00-16h30, Municipal history archive Sat 28th November Elvis Night at Quinta Fonte do Bispo, Sta Catarina. 7.30pm - with Video clips, singing and dancing plus a free drink for all Impersonators!Elvis For further details call 281 971 484

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TAVIRA - Music in the churches concerts. 07/11-28/11, 18h00, Mi sericórdia and Santa Ana churches

TAVIRA - Orquestra Do Algarve, 14/11, 21h30, Carmo Church TAVIRA - Piano concert by Luis Conceição 20/11, 21h00, Misericãrdia Church OLHÃO - “Loving the guitar” 21/11, 21h30, Municipal auditorium Tel. 289 710 170

OUTONALIDADESMUSIC TAVIRA 2009“County Dust” 07/11, 22.00h, Casa do Povo de Sto. Estevão OLHÃO - Amelia Muge 07/11, 21h30, Municipal Auditorium Tel. 289 710 170

info@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 November. 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 Page 5 New year ........................... Jan 1st Mardi Gras .......................... Feb 5th Good Friday ................... April 10th Anniversary of the Revolution April 25th Labour Day ........................ May 1st National Day ................... June 10th Corpus Christi ............... June 13th Municipal Day ............... June 24th Festival of St Peter ....... June 29th Feira de Boa Morte ............ Aug 1st Assumption Day Aug 15th Festival of St Francisco ............... Oct 4th-6th Republic Day ..................... Oct 5th All Saint’s Day .................. Nov 1st Festival of St Martin ...... Nov 11th Independence Day........... Dec 1st Feast of ConceptionImmaculate....................... Dec 8th Christmas Day ............... Dec 25th 2009 BANK HOLIDAYS AND FESTIVALS Here’s your handy cut out & keep guide to the 2009 bank holidays and festivals, compliments of East Algarve magazine. Things to do this month V.R.STOSPORTANTÓNIO - Tennis-St Martin’s under-12/16 tournament, boys & girls singles and doubles 14/11-15/11, 09h00 Tennis courts at the sports complex TAVIRA -1st city of Tavira moun tain biking marathon 15/11, start and ﬁnish Parque de Exposições Vale Formosa V.R.STO ANTÓNIO - Guadiana 10 mile road race, 15/11, 11h00 startAv.Ministro Duarte Pacheco, ﬁnishEstadio blas Infante-Ayamonte Tel. 281 510 000 TAVIRA - St.Martin’s youth tour nament, 21/11-22/11, Municipal tennis courts Walk/run 22/11 start 10h00 4 & 6kms circuits, Meet at the Fuzeta multipurpose sports facility

TAVIRAFESTIVALS-Celebrations of St Martin’s Day, 11/11, 11h00-18h00, Ribeira market V.R.STO ANTÓNIO - St Martin’s day festival, 11/11, 16h00. Free time university TAVIRA - Festival of Santa Cata rina & Sao Luis 22/11, Church and square of Santa Catarina de Fonte do Bispo

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A ccording to the National Institute of Statistics, over 30% of 2.8 million Portuguese holidaymakers came to the Algarve last July, August and September. Central Portugal attracted 27.3% of internal tourists and the North 13.3%. Aiming to improve services for visitors, the Regional Tourist Authority has opened new “turismo” posts in Monchique and Aljezur. Additional posts will soon be in operation in Alcoutim, Monte Gordo and Praia da Rocha.

Local election results

Loule Seruca Emídio PPD/PSD Monchique (NEW) Rui André PPD/PSD Olhão Franscisco Fernandes Leal PS São Brás António Eusébio PS Tavira Jorge Botelho PS V.R.S. Atnónio Luis Gomes PPD/PSD

T he protests about the controversial, high-tension Tunes – Portimão electricity line which will affect areas in the East Algarve especially Santa Catarina and Tavira just will not go away First there was a hunger strike in November 2007, carried out by nine Vale Fuzeiros residents in front of the Republic Assembly, then the campaign by the MATA Residents Committee leading to the latest statement by Isabel Soares the Mayor of Silves who has said: “I hope REN changes its attitude and that we ﬁnd a solution, otherwise we’re going to court.”

World March for Peace in Tavira

A ccording to the Vice-Chairman of Turismo do Algarve, the Eastern Algarve should create more marinas as the market is currently decentralised towards the West Coast, with Vilamoura being the furthest marina eastwards, considered to be central Algarve. “If there were more moorings for boats to dock we could attract more people all year round, and create more jobs, issues that worry us” stressed Almeida Pires. T avira is now ofﬁcially on the map of the World March for Peace! On Friday 2nd October, a multinational music and dance event marked the start of the World March. Espírito do Tambor gave a recital of African Rhythms and then the Rancho Folclórico de Santo Estêvão gave a colourful display of Portuguese Folk music and dancing. The evening ended with a jazz session from the new trio Chips Salsa and Jazz. The group ́s line up is Gordon Railton, Dhiren van den Bergh, and Andre Walton. The next World March event is at 6 pm on 11 November when Peter Kingdon Booker dedicates his talk on the Battle of Talavera (commemorating the bicentenary of the Peninsular War) to the global inititative. The event will be held in the Porta Nova Hotel, Tavira. His talk will be followed by a dinner at 7.30 pm in the hotel. For more information, and to reserve a place for the ́peace meal , please contact lynne.booker@iol.pt/281 971 567

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As I write this, it’s still only October, so it is with a bit of reluctance that I refer to the “C” word. However, the holi days do have a way of sneaking up on us, and whether you’re going to be spending them here or abroad, if a small child figures in your Christ mas plans, I want to use this space to tell you about the selection of board books that I have on hand at the Boardmoment.books are a terrific way to introduce little ones to the joy of books; their sturdy pages and di minutive sizes make them ideal for small hands. Some titles deal with such basic themes as colors and the alphabet, but many others are complete stories adapted from their original picture book format. John Burningham, the author of “Mr. Grumpy’s Outing”, has a really nice little alphabet book, illustrated, as al ways, with his light touch, and set in an uncluttered layout. Each letter is accompanied by a single word and a simple, perfect drawing. Dr. Seuss’s smaller ABC book is a different kettle of fish. Each page is filled with zany characters and typical Seussian al literations showing us many uses for each letter. The smallest of the bunch, and my best seller, is Rich ard Scarry’s “Cars and Trucks From A to Z”. This little book drives us through the alphabet in tiny vehicles like a bananamobile, a hot dog car, a pencil car and a zippermobile; each mode of transport is driven by im possibly small creatures, from pigs to worms to ants. Before I became a bookshop owner, I couldn’t have told you the name of even one illustrator. I still have a lot to learn, and I’m lucky to have so many interested customers who share their knowledge with me. My favorite artist up to now is Garth Wil liams. Many of you may know him from his work in E. B. White’s won derful books “Charlotte’s Web” and “Stuart Little”. In addition to those two titles, and several others in the very inexpensive Little Golden Books series, I have three titles among my board book collection that I have to mention...”A Tale of Tails”, “Baby Animals”, and “Little Fur Family”. I confess, what I find most appealing about these little jewels is that the drawings are so innocent, old-fash ioned, really bright, and comforting. They present such a perfect little world, and I think that’s a lovely kind of book to put in young hands. Have a good month, and I’ll see you in December. Liz Beaupied, A Lura dos Livros

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Elizabeth Beaupied gives us this month’s book reviews; board books for children. Perfect for a Christmas gift or stocking ﬁller.

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Meet Xico, owner of a Santa Catarina tile factory as he explains how tiles are made, using a 3,000 year old process.

byWritten BassettRichard This month we were kindly invited to look around a Santa Catarina tile fac tory by Francisco Antonio Alves, Xico for short, and his friend Aleta. His tile factory has been there for 56 years, nestled in the heart of Fonte do Bispo, Santa Cata rina. He is currently renovating the factory to make it more environmently friendly, and is evolving the process to be more efficient. Tile making has been done this way for 3000 years, but Xico has created new glazed tiles in 28 beautifull different colours. Xico intends to open the factory to the public to help pro mote tourism and show how the famous tiles are created. He will be offering workshops, whereby the public can create their own masterpieces, fire and glaze them. He is also building a studio, bar/kitchen area by hand using 9000 bricks so far and plans to bulid a new kiln specifically for local artists to use. The famous brown/orange clay is excavated from the ground where it remains in a large pile for 1-2 years whilst the clay gets pre pared for use by the natural elements. This type of clay is found all the way to Vila Real. The clay sample is taken from a metre down and tested to see if it is ready for use by its feel, colour and texture. Xico has dug a large hole in the ground where he puts the broken tiles etc and plans in time to be able to re-use the materials, once bro ken down by the elements. The clay is excavated and placed on a small conveyor belt; it is then ground up in a pit, and mixed with water, then left for a day. It is then shovelled into a grinder and placed in a large box. Enough clay to make one tile is then picked up and manipulated by hand into a square mould. Each tile is smoothed with water and placed in a wooden rack to dry. The tiles are then placed into a pallet and taken via a small forklift over to the kiln. The tiles are loaded specifically into the kiln by hand. The kiln can hold up to 22,000 tiles at full capacity, 50 tonnes which equates to the weight of 3 double decker buses full of passengers! The fire is lit solely using pine cones and ground olive stones as kindling and wood, all locally sourced. The black smoke is made because of the lack of oxygen in the kiln which does not burn the small particles of wood, not be cause tyres are being burnt! The firing pro cess removes the iron oxide from the clay. Usually fires are lit on Fridays, giving the weekend for the kiln to cool before someone has to squeeze in underneath it and shovel out all the ash. Not a job for the faint hearted wiith the weight of 3 buses on you. Xico has frequently melted his clothes as well. The kiln gets its strength from the brick built arches it rests on, as in the Roman bridge in Tavira.

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After the tiles are removed, the best ones are chosen. Xico is currently in the process of making the tiles thinner for environmental purposes. The tiles are taken to another area where the glazing takes place. A mixture called slip is sprayed onto the tiles, the glaze applied and it is fired again in a different kiln which reaches a lower temerature of 980 degrees, whereby the first (bisque firing) kiln reaches between 10101050 degrees. This process is called double firing, which improves the re sisitance and strength of the tile. Xico creates a variety of coloured tiles which have been used predominently for walls and floors but also for bespoke pieces, eg for a design on a kitchen splashback. He has also recre ated damaged tiles for historical buildings and old churches. If you would like a guid ed tour of the factory and the opportunity to pick up some free samples, please contact Aleta on 916 411 179. For more information please also see the following Welishsotero-lusitana.co.ukwww.sotero-lusitan.comwebsites,orwww.fortheengversion.hopeyouenjoyedthisinsight into the world of Santa Catarina tiles and we will be bringing you an update on the prog ress of the new studio in a later issue. Above photos from left to right: 1, Clay is excavated and left to stand for up to two years. 2, Clay is cleaned, ground and dried. 3, Tiles are smoothed with water, moulded by hand then dried on wooden pallets. 4, Into the kiln and fired between 1010 and 1050 degrees. 5, After glazing, the tiles are placed into a gas kiln and re-fired at 980 degrees.

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info@eastalgarvemag.com People It all began in 1994 when Dutchman Peter Westera bought a beach bar in Cabanas. Peter had never been to Portugal before and bought the building solely by seeing photos. In March 1995 he came to Caban as to see just what he had bought. Peter did not know what to expect, only knowing it was a very old beach bar. He had to tear it down and build it again from scratch. Draughting in 10 of his friends to help with the mammoth task, they worked every day from 6 in the morning until late. After a hard day’s work, they often enjoyed a few beers in Quasimodo’s Cocktail bar. Just a week later the new beach-bar was re-born, and named Happy Paradise. Every year Peter visited Cabanas with his wife Diane and their children Mike and Frederique, for their holi days, and to see how the beach bar was doing. In 1998, they discovered that their favourite bar Quasimodos had closed down. The owner asked Peter if he was interested in renting Quasimodos bar, and after much de liberation they decided to go ahead, remembering the many great eve nings they had spent there. After a few years, Happy Paradise was sold and replaced by Quasimo dos, which was renovated, enlarged and made twice the size. In 2006 Peter sold his Tennis and Squash centre in Holland and he and his wife emigrated to Portugal, with Mike and Frederique following a year later. Both had ready made jobs in DuringQuasimodos.thistime Cabanas saw many developments, with many new prop erties bought by Irish and English. Many people were asking if there was an Irish bar in Cabanas. Mike’s dream had always been to open his own bar/restaurant and saw this as a great opportunity. The Piano Bar on the boulevard was for rent in November 2007. Being next to Quasimodo’s, it seemed a good location to create the Irish Bar. The whole family went to Ireland to get an impression and some ideas for the upcoming Irish Pub. When they returned Mike and his father Peter started renovating the Piano Bar. Everything was ripped out including the ceiling and floor. After 3 months of hard work, they opened their doors on the 28th of April 2008. Due to it being adjacent to Quasimo do’s and the Irish theme, they named the bar Esmeralda’s. A friend of Mike’s, who worked in Holland at that time, wanted to come over to work during the summer months. Her name was Guillette, also known as Gigi. After working long hours together, romance began to blossom. The first year of Esmeralda’s was very busy, so instead of staying three months, Gigi stayed for almost six. In October she went back to Holland. On Octo ber the 30th (Halloween night) Gigi called Mike to tell him great news; she was expecting their first child. Soon after, Gigi made the move to Portugal to be with Mike. On the 6th of July their baby boy was born, and they named him Ki eron Michael. Moth Mike’s dreams had come true. This year has been the busiest sum mer for the new parents, juggling work with a newborn baby, and also with a lot of visits from friends and family. The bar is open every day, ex cept Tuesdays, for lunch and dinner; they have live music twice a week, quizzes and karaoke, although they will be closing for a well earned rest in December and January.

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Everyone at the East Algarve magazine wishes Mike, Gigi and baby Kieron all the best.

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Ihave heard that some of you have had a chance to try Reconnection Healing with Lesley, (featured in October’s issue) and are getting very positive results from those ses sions. It is always good to find new ways to get the most out of our lives. This month I met with Catherina, Os teopath and Craniosacral Therapist, who treats people from her clinic in Tavira. The clinic is ideally located with free parking very near by. Where are you from Catherina? I am from Brussels in Belgium. What languages do you speak? I speak French, Portuguese and English How long have you lived here? 10 years What do you practice here in the Algarve? Osteopathy and Craniosacral Ther apy. What is Osteopathy? It is a manual therapy to find and treat mobility restrictions. A loss of mobility and problems with the spine can cause pain, but can also affect the function of the human body, for example, digestion, breath ing and heart rate Mobility trouble from the sacro iliac joint or lumbar vertebras can also cause problems with the knees. An osteopath looks at the person as a unity. What is the Craniosacral therapy? It is a gentle manual and manipula tive technique, done with little pres sure, applied on the cranio sacral system. It means principally on the head, vertebral column, the neuro logical contents and the connective Thistissues.treatment acts on the deepest structures and organs of the nervous system and can influence motor, pain and coordination mechanisms, the digestive system, the respiratory system, heart function, and the en docrine system. Receiving cranio sacral therapy is very relaxing and positively pleasurable. Tell me things you can treat well with this therapy? Stress and nervousness, dizziness, headaches, muscular problems and spinal cord injuries, cramps, chronic neck and back pain, balance, fibro myalgia and chronic fatigue. What is one of the best results you have had with a patient? A child with hyperactivity. It was very difficult for him to come and stay on the treatment table, he was always moving. I made as quick as possible the most important correction. After the treatment he was calm with no more restlessness. The child stayed calm all week and when the parents brought him for the second treat ment, he came in, sat on the table, took his shoes of, lay on his back and waited for me to start his treatment. It was much easier because he knew I could help him to feel better. What do you like about your job? I help people to feel better and I am always learning new things. What is difficult in your job? Some people believe we can solve their problem with only one ses sion. Sometimes it is possible, but most of the time it is not enough to get a complete result. The pain they feel could be new for them, but the trouble is older. The pain starts be cause the body cannot compensate anymore. What is important in the relation ship between patient and thera pist? Listening to the person. What the pa tient tells me is important. If the pa tient doesn’t speak freely it is impor tant to ask questions and his body will give me the true indication. What is your health tip for our readers? It is important to have a healthy diet and to be active. Yoga is very good to maintain the body in good condi tion. Also walking, swimming and cycling. What is your favorite food? I like Thai food, Vietnamese food and Indian food. I also like Cozido a Portu guese, Favas, and Bacalhau a Bras. What did you do for a job and training, before you become an osteopath? At the start of my career I was work

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Casa das Portas has gorgeous gifts galore! Casa das Portas is of course famous for the prints of Tavira doors and windows, but now we have searched Portugal and the world for beautiful and stylish things to delight you, your family and friends. Even better, almost everything is fair traded and ethically sourced. Whether it’s a hand made Christmas card, an unusual silk scarf, or a special piece of jewellery you’re looking for, Casa das Portas has just the thing. GIFT VOUCHERS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE. Do come and see us. You’ll ﬁnd us just a minute away from the Roman bridge, on the opposite side from the Praça Republica.

info@eastalgarvemag.com Page 13 CRANIOSACRALharmonisingOSTEOPATHYFormuscularandarticularproblems,treatedbyandresettingthebody’sstructure.THERAPYTreatmentfor: • Migraine Headaches • Chronic neck and back pain • Traumatic brain & spinal cord injuries • Muscular problems • Cramp • Fibromyalgia & other connectivetissues Disorders • Chronic Fatigue • Central Nervous System Disorders • Emotional Difficulties • Stress and Tension-Related Problems • Post-Chirurgical Dysfunction • Breathing problems • Infantile disorders • Learning Disabilities • Hyperactivity. CATHERINA PAUWELS 31 Rua da Silva, Tavira (next to Vila Gale hotel) Tel: 281 321 700 Mail: catherinapauwels@clix.pt ing as a social assistant. I also stud ied geobiology, and various healing and massage techniques. Then I qualified in osteopathy, Craniosa cral therapy and Somato emotional release. I used to work in the Vila Gale Hotel Spa. What is in the future for you? I am creating a second room at my clinic in Tavira for massage and oth er therapies. I want to create a nice, relaxing, yet professional space for Aromatherapy with biologic essen tials oils, Swedish massage, Thai massage, Quiromassage, Lym phatic Drainage, Reflexology and The Bowen Technique. Staff will be highly qualified professionals. What do you charge for a treatment? 40€ for Osteopathy and 60€ for the Craniosacral therapy which takes more time. Where can people have the treat ment? In Tavira, 31 rua da Silva, next to the hotel Vila Galé. There is a free park ing behind the Repsol petrol station, near the bridge. What’s your telephone number please Catherina? 281 321 700

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Casa das Portas With Christmas just around the corner

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Focus on...Alcoutim

A lcoutim is a pretty village on the banks of the Guadiana river, about 40km north of Vila Real de Santo António. As long ago as 2,500BC, the region around Alcoutim attracted people because of the deposits of copper, iron and manganese and in Roman times a number of mines were es tablished. The ores were smelted locally and then shipped down the Guadiana to the Mediterranean. Alcoutim became quite an important settlement as it is here that the river becomes tidal and the ships often had to wait for hours for the tides. The remains of a 14th century castle can be seen on the hillside overlook ing Alcoutim and now houses a small archaeoligical museum. Similar cas tle remains can be seen on the hill on the Spanish side of the river, over looking the village of São Lucas do Guadiana. They are visible remind ers of the times when Portugal and Castile were at war with each other, and it was in the middle of the river opposite Alcoutim that Kings Hen rique and Fernando I signed a peace Alcoutimtreaty. is a hillside town of cob bled streets, small squares and a paved promenade along the river front, which is overlooked by a handful of cafes and restaurants.The river is quite narrow at this point and various sailing boats and river craft float gently on the waters, with a backdrop of rolling, green hills. The church near the river front originates from the 16th century, but has been re-built on a number of occasions. Over the porch are the arms of the Marquises of Vila Real and Counts of EvenAlcoutim.ifyou are not staying in Alcou tim it really is worth driving there, not only to see the town itself, but also to enjoy the unspoilt countryside that you pass through. If you follow the EN122 north from Castro Marim, the first small detour is to the left on the 1132 to the Barragem do Beli che (dam). Go back to the EN122 and continue north until a right turn to Foz de Odeleite (on the 1063). This is where the Ribeira (brook) de Odeleite joins the Guadiana river. The surrounding area is rich in wild flowers and there are a few houses interspersed with vegetable gardens and fruit trees dotted along the road Thereside. are a few moorings along the banks of the river as it gently meanders through the countryside

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Focus on...Alcoutim with the rounded, green hills in the background. It is so peaceful and a wonderful area to walk in, and is quite unlike the Algarve that most people know. Carry on through Ála mo to Laranjeiras and Montinho das Laranjeiras (where the remains of a Roman villa have been uncovered) and ﬁnally to Alcoutim. Alcoutim is in a beautiful setting - sitting on the bank of the Guadi ana river with rolling, green hills as a backdrop. In the springtime the countryside is full of wild ﬂowers of all colours - a perfect time for long walks. It is so different from the south coast beach resorts and yet only about half an hour’s drive away.

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Property expert Robert Bijker brings us a luxury property in the East Algarve. T he value of a property depends much on its location, quality of materials, specifications and floor space. However, smart homeowners are recognising that double height space can be as much of a luxury as generous square footage. By sacrificing floor space and going vertical, you can create something very special, while at the same time make a statement you have so much space you can afford to do so. This type of property you typically find in the Golden Triangle – Quinta do Lago, Loulé and Vale do Lobo. Having lagged in development versus the central and western Algarve, the east Algarve has only recently been catching up with the construction of luxury residences. Fine properties of this quality and design are few and far between, hence when one comes to the market, it is a real Fromopportunity.themoment you walk through the door, you realise this is an architectural masterpiece. The use of high quality natural materials, glass and generously allocated floor space make you feel comfortable, and in harmony with its beautiful surroundings. The light and bright hallway, with very nice cobblestones and decorative alcoves, leads to a large guest bathroom, study and two indoor gardens; one with decorative pebble stone wall. Left from the entrance is the self contained guest accommodation with separate access and consists of a living room with open plan kitchen, two double bedrooms with en-suite and a spacious office/atelier. Right from the entrance is the large fully equipped kitchen with

brick REAL ESTATE LIVE, INVEST AND ESCAPE GOLF PROPERTIES VILLAS APA R T M E N T S TO W N H O U SE S LPLOTSHV927 Covering the whole of the Algarve as independant real estate agents, we can provide you with unbiased advice when you decide to purchase a property and can introduce you to a wide choice of reputable mortgage banks, architects, lawyers, builders, chartered surveyors and interior designers We have been in business for over 12 years, finding the right property for countless satisﬁed clients. We currently hav e over 700 properties available online and would be very pleased to help you find your ideal home. If you a r e th e own er of a good qu ali ty proper ty and wish to sell, please contact us to ar r an ge an app oin tm en t Contact u s t o d ay: 2 8 1 3 20 2 8 1 w w w l a n d a n d h o u s e s a l g a r v e c o m T A V I R A R u a J o s é P i r es P a d i n ha 1 7 8 8 8 0 0 3 5 4 T a v i r a V I L A M O U R A N 1 2 5 , B e n f a r r as, B o l i q u e i me 8 1 0 0 0 6 8 B o l i q u e i m e PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HAPPY HOMES ALGARVE ALGARVEAN COTTAGES VI L L A S APA R T M E N T S TOW N HOUSE S Q UI N TA S Happy Homes has since 2003 provided outstanding property management services and value to non-resident property owners. covering every requirement, Including Inspection, main tenance, administration,letting and marketing services, we have developed relationships we are proud of with reputable accountants, architects, local councils, builders and housing professionals. Let happy Homes ensure that you have the best possible support to maximize and protect your investment for a brighter future! Contact u s t o d ay: 2 8 1 3 20 2 8 3 w ww. portugal -accommodation . c om A brighter future h a p p y h o mes l d a R u a Dr. Parreira 1 37 next to Barclays Bank 8 8 0 0 3 46 T a v i r a Taking property to a new level! info@eastalgarvemag.com Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 18 2/11/09 18:04:50

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arched roof, natural stone worktop, a central cooking island and utility room. The exterior cooking area consists of a large fireplace for fires and BBQ. Access from the kitchen and hallway to the very spacious living room with 180º views, a wood burner stove and decorative natural stone wall. The staircase from the hallway leads to the master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, a beautiful en suite bathroom with free-standing bath and walk-in shower and access to a of the villa are made of double height, floor to ceiling glass, which in addition to the glass ceilings, allow floods of light to stream in. The decorative natural stone walls in and outside of the property were made of stones found on the plot and from the demolition of the original property. Further character is added by the thick whitewashed walls and high ceilings. All of the glass used in the construction is UV protective and self cleaning. Airconditioning, under floor heating, automatic shutters, natural stone door and window sills can be found throughout the property. There is access from all ground floor rooms to the terraces, the infinity pool and natural garden with many mature trees. The plot of land is fully fenced with natural stone walls and automatic entrance gate. (Ref. LHV1062, price on application // higher price bracket) To book a viewing for this exceptional property, contact: Robert Bijker Land & Houses

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Page 19 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. 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

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3Price – When it comes to price, listen to what the agents say, even if it’s not what you want to hear. If the price is attractive then people can see past the fact that the walls may need painting or new windows need putting in. Don’t worry if your house is located near a road, or you have a 2km drive down a dirt track, if the property looks good and is priced correctly it will sell.

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c, Sunshine – Arrange for an agent to come at the best possible time of the day, if your garden looks its best ﬁrst thing in the morning don’t get the agent to come in the afternoon.

4Ready for Sale – It is worth spending a bit of time and money in order to sell faster, however you do not have to spend a fortune, simple things such as decluttering, cleaning windows and touching-up paintwork is often enough. If you have followed these steps and your property is still on the market there is one other thing, keep in contact with your agents. The more they see you and talk to you the more they will keep your property in their minds, keeping you ahead of the game! Does your property stand out from the rest?

2Description – help the agent by discussing what you think are the USP’s (unique selling points) of your property, that way the agent won’t miss any of your property’s unique features.

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lients often come to us, particularly at the moment to ask if there is anything they can do to help sell there house. Obviously there are no sure ﬁre answers, but follow these simple steps in order to stay ahead of the competition.

Page 20 Make sure your property is best prepared for selling. Manorpark properties gives us their expert advice. PROPERTY SALES PROPERTYANDRENTALS MANOROFALL PROPERTY Olhão office Rua Teófilo Braga, No6, 8 e 10 – R/C 8700-520 Olhão Tel: 289 722 680 / 289 722 681 info@manor-park.com www.manor-park.comManorparkPropertiesLda,HeadOffice– Almancil Estrada de Vale do Lobo, Sitio das Escanxinas, CP 947 A, Apartado 3207, 8135 -903 Almancil , Algarve, Portugal, Tel: +351 289 391 info@manor-park.com303AMI2198MANORPARKPROPERTIESLDA

1Photography – the agents should always take the best possible photographs of your house; help them to make sure that the property is shown in the best way possible. a, Tidy up – de-clutter a room, a potential buyer does not want to be drawn to the pile of old newspapers on the coffee table.

d, New photos. If your not happy with any photos or feel the photos need updating speak to your agent.

b, Choose your photos Ensure your agent doesn’t feature pictures that a potential buyer will not be interested in. Who wants to see a cluttered storeroom?

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VILLA IN ESTOI €295,000 ref 3730 Built in 2007, 3 Beds, 1 bath, Building size 153m2, Plot size 837m2 Well presented country villa, quiet setting near Estoi, land scaped/fenced garden. Open plan lounge with wood burning stove, doors to terrace and pool. Modern kitchen/dining area. Bed1 with access to terrace, bed 2 with access to pool terrace, bed 3, family bathroom.

Buying property in Santa Bárbara and São Brás: a local agent’s view A s one of the oldest real estate agents in Portugal, established for over 20 years, Algarve Homes is located in the pretty country village of Santa Bárbara de Nexe. The business is a small, family run, real estate and villa management agency, that prides itself on simple old fashioned values of honesty, hard work and sound professional advice for both vendor and seller. In a recent interview, Managing Director, Julian Lewis, when asked for his opinion on the current state of the market responded... “We all know that, at this moment in time, selling a property has become more difﬁcult than ever before, partly due to the global credit crunch and the poor sterling/euro exchange rate. Having said that, people are still buying property and continuing to invest in areas where their investment is considered a safe bet. Because of the maturity, attractiveness and, easy access to so many facilities such as the airport, beaches, golf courses, restaurants and, beautiful countryside, property prices in Santa Barbara de Nexe and São Bras do Alportel are, in general, perhaps a little more stable than in other areas of the Algarve. It is true that there are some owners more likely to accept lower offers today, than they would have prepared to do so a year ago. Perhaps due to personal circumstances, they have now decided to accept the money now rather than sit and wait to achieve their previous desired price. Additionally, the euro/pound has never been so strong, so, if the vendors are returning to the UK, they can realistically afford to accept a lower ﬁgure. This opens up a new market, allowing many more people the opportunity of investing in a second or primary home in both of these areas. Historically, this market has been dominated by British and Irish buyers, but now, northern Europeans, not affected by the weak pound, are now looking to enjoy the advantages of investing here. I believe that the investment opportunity in the property market in these areas have never been better than right now.”

Managing Director: Algarve Homes Lda From left to right... “Team AlgarveHomes”, Márcia, Julian & Louise

Julian Lewis

VILLA IN ESTOI €495,000 ref 3792 Built in 2004, 3 Beds, 3 baths, Building size 165m2, Plot size 3340m2 Beautiful Villa set in attractive grounds, close to Estoi. Pri vate gated drive, large parking area. Hall, lounge/diner w/log ﬁre, doors to garden. Modern kitchen/diner, granite tops, doors to terrace & BBQ. Utility room. Master bed w/en-suite bathroom, family bathroom.

VILLA IN S. BRÁS €850,000 ref 3691 Built in 2006, 4 Beds, 2 baths, Building size 300m2, Plot size 2770m2 Attractive, spacious modern Villa, w/stunning views. Entrance, w/storage, large lounge/dining room w/fogo Montana & access to pool. kitchen/dining room & guest WC. 4 beds all w/ en-suites & wardrobes. Double garage w/electric door & laundry room

VILLA IN S. BRÁS €380,000 ref 3742 Built in 1991, 3 Beds 2 baths, Building size 100m2, Plot size 900m2 Villa, near Bordeira, country & distant sea views. Hall leads to lounge/dining room with ﬁre, doors to terrace. Kitchen/diner; oak units, granite tops, doors to terrace, WC. Master bed w/en-suite, w/drobes, door to balcony. Beds 2&3 with w/ drobes & door to pool terrace and bathroom.

VILLA IN S. BRÁS €795,000 ref 3762 Built in 2006, 5 Beds, 4 baths, Building size 287m2, Plot size 10000m2 Refurbished farmhouse near São Brás, Landscaped gar dens, country views, 3 bed guest cottage, art workshop, stables & paddocks. 5 beds (2 en-suite), lounge w/log burning stove, study, breakfast room, large kitchen, guest cloak room. Pool, covered terrace & gas BBQ.

Page 21 ALGARVE HOMES IMOBILI Á RIA - REAL ESTATE Julian Lewis, Managing Director Largo do Rossio no.1, Apt 5096, 9006-701, Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro, Algarve, Portugal Tel. +351 289 992 626 Fax +351 289 992 598 Tlm +351 911 032 883 Email ALGARVEjulian@algarvehomes.comHOMES–SociedadedeMediação Imobiliária, Lda NIPC no 504599321 – Capital Social 25,000.00 Euros Mat. No 4161 - CRC Faro – AMI No 175 – APEMIP No 342 VILLA IN S.B DE NEXE €395,000 ref 3705 Built in 1984, 4 Beds, 2 baths, Building size 154m2, Plot size 1320m2 Well maintained, quiet area, country & distant sea views, fenced garden. Entrance, living room (summer), lounge w/fireplace, open plan kitchen, laundry room, bed1 w/fitted w/drobes, b/room, bed2 w/fitted w/drobes and door to bed3, master bed with fitted w/drobes and en-suite

info@eastalgarvemag.comPage 22 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 VILLA - ALCOUTIM - Brand new 3 + 1 bedroom villa, semi-detached ( on one side), situated a few mins from the centre, in a small urbanisa tion. Swimming pool, 2 floors. Loft - ideal for children / guest area. PRICE - EUROS 263.000 VILLA - ALCOUTIM Semi-detached villa type T2, situ ated in a small village overlooking the river Guadiana, 25 mins from the coast. Wonderful view of the river. Front terrace 28m2 and upper ter race: 15m2. 2 floors. Sold furnished. PRICE - EUROS 155.000 ▲ ▲ Ref 626 €250.000 Brand new Semi in Manta Rota. 300m to beach, 5 mins to shops, bars and restaurants, 3 double beds with balconies, attic (possible 4th bed), ga rage (tiled and finished possible din ing room or bedroom), 3 bathrooms, living room, fully fitted and equipped kitchen, patio with BBQ sink and shower. Pre-installed A/C and central vacuum system and pre-installation for fireplace. Good rental property. 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 Bar Bistro in Peral São Brás de Alportel Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks from many countries. More than 70 kinds of beer! Free Wi Fi & computer use. Open from 11h00 to 01h00 Closed on Tuesdays Tel: 289 841 www.cig.cafeperal.eucig@cafeperal.eu113 10% discount with this ad! ✤ Interior and exterior painting ✤ Friendly service ✤ Highest quality paints ✤ Free quotes ✤ Algarve covered Tel 289 841 896 Mob 912 780 721 stephenfreeman@sapo.ptemailProfessionalpainteranddecoratorSTEPHENFREEMAN 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 Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 22 2/11/09 18:12:29

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Page 25info@eastalgarvemag.com mesa do cume TABLE ON THE TOP • Loca�on: Alcaria do Cume, RN 397, Tavira - Cachopo • Web: www.mesadocume.net • Phone: 281326144 / 91 2725745 "Highly recommended" 1-2-3 Algarve Restaurant Mesa do Cume Trading hours are 10.00 hr - 17.00 hr MONDAY AND TUESDAY CLOSED Please note: December and January closed 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. When travelling up the mountain you will enjoy a beau�ful scenic drive through the Portuguese countryside. You will find that the Serra offers tradi�onal Portuguese lifestyles, a variety of colorful scenery with na�ve plants and trees, bird life, walking and mountain bike trails and lets not forget the outstanding ocean views. These a�rac�ons makes your Mesa do Cume experience a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of the coast. "Enjoy the feeling of having entered a world, where allthe senses are gratified." Good Life "Part of the fun is getting there". O Suplemento DiscovertheSerra! We would like to invite our guests for an unique experience while visiting the serra ." " MODERN AMBIENCE HIGHLIGHTING THE SERRA'S PEACEFUL SURROUNDINGS AL FRESCO DINING TERRACE WITH SPECTACULAIR VIEW REFRESHMENTS, COFFEE, HOMEMADE CAKES, LITTLE APPETIZERS MARKED WALKING TRAILS, DISCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE DELIGHTFUL & AFFORDABLE MENU, ALSO OFFERING EXCELLENT VEGETARIAN CHOICES FROM OCTOBER TILL JUNE OPEN FROM 10am TILL 5pm 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 Restaurante DSABORESARIACABANAS Fish Pie with Spinach, Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas, Shark with Courgettes in Tomato sauce, Grouper fish in pasta noodles Stunning panoramic view over the Ria Formosa Grilled fresh fish daily Chicken BBQ and mixed meat Grill Av. Ria Rormosa EDF, CRC, 8800-591, Cabanas,Tavira 00351 281 328 976 00351 965 073 351 CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS Friday, 18th December and Tuesday, 22nd December €26 per person (includes mulled wine reception, 3 course dinner, music) Special Christmas Sunday Lunch 20th December with live music €20 per person (3 course lunch) Christmas Eve/Boxing Day Join us for early bird special from 4.00pm to 8.00pm NEW YEARS EVE DINNER €29 per person (includes champagne and orange juice reception, 3 course dinner, music) Restaurant Beira Rio Winter opening hours We are closed from 16/11/2009 for 10 days. Re-opening Thursday, 26/11/2009. From then we are open Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday lunch only. For reservations Tel: 916 822117 The Black Anchor Irish Bar open for business as usual, Mon – Fri from 6.00pm, Sat/Sun from 12.00 noon til late. Join us for our Festive CelebrationsPleasenotethatweareclosedonChristmasday Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 25 2/11/09 18:13:47

Page 26 info@eastalgarvemag.com ARCOMUSEURestauranteDOVINHORuaAlmirantecandidodosReis63-TAVIRABAR“Verywelcoming&excellentfood,thoroughlyrecomendit!Excellentserviceandfriendlyatmosphere”“Excellentfood,goodwine,greatexcperience”“Excellentfood,fantasticservice,alwayswithasmile” LATE NIGHT BAR, MUSIC & DANCING For reservations Telephone 918 502 029 �� Roman Bridge, Tavira Located next door to Museu do Vinho,Tavira. Open 6pm-3am Tuesdays to Saturdays Tel 918 502 029 INTERNATIONAL CUISINE WITH FRENCH SPECIALITIES PRIVATE DINING ROOM AVAILABLE & WARM PATIO EATING AREA SPECIAL LUNCH MENU ONLY 13€ Starter & main course or main course & dessert includes drink and coffee Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 26 2/11/09 18:14:17

2 Dig a hole approximately 15 inches deep and 18 inches wide. If planting bare root roses, form a small mound of soil in the center of the planting hole. If you live in a colder area, plant a bit deeper and consult with your local garden center.

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WHEN TO PLANT Bare Root Roses - An easy and inexpensive option for early season planting. Late winter is the best time to plant bare-root roses. Container Roses - A container rose already has plenty of leaves and maybe some blooms. Early spring is the best time to set out plants grown in nursery containers.

1If you have a bare root plant, soak it in a bucket of water before planting. For roses that are potted, you can water the pot thoroughly and let it sit until ready to plant.

Growing beautiful roses begins with proper rose planting techniques, and requires neither great rose gardening skills, nor experience. The following describes how to get your new rose plant off to a great start.

3 Add a small handful of bonemeal to the planting hole. Spade in some compost or peatmoss to loosen the soil. Mix the soil you took out of the hole with more compost or peat moss. 4Remove the rose from the pot. Carefully place in the hole and shovel the extra soil around the new plant. Plant the rose with the crown slightly deeper than the original soil. The crown or bud union should be about 1 inch under the soil. Gently ﬁrm the rose into its new home and water well. Stand back and watch it grow!

PLANTING ROSES STEP-BY-STEP

ROSE CARE To provide care for your roses and ensure you get the most out of your roses, there are a few simple steps you can take to have a beautiful and easy-to-enjoy garden. Water Adequately To assist in rose care, only a select few parts of the country can rely on rainfall to be an adequate source of water for roses. The actual frequency of watering will depend on your soil and climate as well as the age of the plant. Try watering the soil

SELECTING A SITE TO PLANT YOUR ROSES Firstly, choose a sunny area of the garden that gets at least 4 to 5 hours of sun. Do not crowd your rose with other trees and plants. Some roses, such as climbers and shrubs, don’t mind company, but most like to mix with other roses or other non-invasive plants. If you’re replacing an older rose bush, it is important to remove an 18 cubic inch area of soil and replace it with fresh soil. A newly planted rose doesn’t like to grow in the same soil that an older rose bush has been in.

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Page 27info@eastalgarvemag.com Rua da Liberdade n.º 126 FUSETA • OLHAO • 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 Part two of our guide to choosing and growing roses.

• Old-fashioned roses and climbers that bloom only once a year should be pruned immediately after ﬂowering since they bloom on wood from the previous year's growth. These are the basic guidelines for growing roses successfully and remember that the best plants are those most suited to your environment, which means you can enjoy the beauty of your roses all year round.

• Well-established hybrid teas, ﬂoribundas and grandiﬂoras should be pruned early each spring after the winter protection has been removed and just as the buds begin to swell.

• A mixture of baking soda, horticultural oil and water can help control powdery mildew buildup in most rose gardens.

• Neem oil, a vegetable oil pressed from the fruits and seeds of neem tree, is perhaps one of the most versatile products to manage and eliminate diseases. Neem oil can reduce and control the spread of mildew, black spots and rust while being completely organic Prune to Promote Blooms If you want to maximize rose care, don’t be nervous about pruning - there is no evidence that anyone ever killed a plant with pruning shears! To prune roses you’ll need the following supplies: sharp curvededge pruning shears; long-handled lopping shears, and gardening gloves can help protect you from thorns. Pruning roses controls the size and shape of rose plants. Generous pruning creates bigger plants and eventually more ﬂowers per plant. Selective pruning of top growth can produce bigger, but fewer, blooms. Here are some tips:

•diseases;Sulfur-based fungicides are the best choice to eliminate fungal diseases. However, like Summer Oil, they are not recommended for use in very hot temperature (exceeding 90 degrees).

• Antitranspirants form a thin ﬁlm of wax, plastic or silicones over the leaves and reﬂect excessive radiation. Doing so ensures the leaves maintain moisture, and combats fungal growth.

Page 28 Gardens �� Mark O’Shaughnessy �� around your rose a few mornings a week - water slowly, until the soil is thoroughly soaked 12 to 18 inches deep. Try to keep water from splashing onto foliage as this can spread diseases. For more information on watering roses, Feed Regularly While cared for roses honored by our Region’s Choice initiative only need fertilizing once a year, most roses appreciate an occasional feeding. The easiest way to remember when to feed your roses, is to think of fertilizer like a reward for the plant: the first feeding should be done when the bush first leafs out. For the remainder of the growing season, fertilize after each flush of blooms, and stop fertilizing about 2 months before christmas. You can use any commercial rose food or general-purpose fertilizer applied according to manufacturer instructions. Scratch dry fertilizers into the soil beneath the leavesavoid touching the canes or bud union - and water well. Mulch Generously Mulch, as an element to rose care, helps minimize weeds, keeps the soil moist and loose, and adds essential nutrients. Organic mulch is best - try wood chips and shavings, shredded bark, pine needles, cottonseed or cocoa-bean hulls, chipped oak leaves or peat nuggets. Apply in the spring just as the soil warms and before weeds start to grow. (It can also be applied anytime during the growing season provided weeds are removed and soil surface is lightly cultivated.) Spread 2 to 4 inches over the rose bed, leaving some space open around the base of each rose. Replace mulch as it deteriorates during the year. How to Manage Insects

There is nothing more burdensome than going through so much hard work, only to discover that irritating bugs have destroyed your roses. To keep those pests at bay, here are a few tips to keep in mind: The use of summer oil, a type of horticulture oil, can control many potential outbreaks such as aphids, spider mites and thrips. However, since it contains traces of nitrogen and sulfur related compounds, it is not recommended for use in high temperature (exceeding 90 degrees.)

Insecticidal soaps are a type of soap that is formulated to contain high insect-killing properties while being harmless to most plants. They are a very useful combatant in eliminating many bugs which plague roses. The cheapest and easiest method to manage insect problems is to use a good, strong spray of water to knock off many of the insects dwelling on your plant. How to Manage Disease In addition to purchasing the right type of rose, or if you are unsure of the type of rose currently in your garden, these tips should help keep you safe from painstaking

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• For modern varieties, pruning keeps them blooming repeatedly all summer long.

Page 29 QM country shop & garden centre A place to come for a relaxed shopping experience! See our changes and best of all our keenly priced product ranges Tel. 289 999 613 Tlm. 963 099 224 Visit us soon and en joy a complimentary cup of tea or coffee, be inspired in our informal and relaxed surroundings or en joy a round of crazy golf with friendly staff and easy parking. If you have any problems finding us, call for directions on; Loule FaroTaviraEstoiM.A.R.F S.B. De Nexe QM Garden Centre A22 J14 Sao Bras Our Aladdin's cave: We are now having a massive pre CHRISTMAS STOCK CLEARANCE on many of our ranges, all to make way for new and exciting gift ideas. Hurry up if you're not fast you're last! The uk food brands we now stock have been flying off our shelves, with Heinz, HP, Marmite, Colemans, Pataks, Kingsmill, Frank Coopers, Twinings, PG Tips to name but a few. The list goes on but our prices Outdoordont!living: Ornate garden sticks, wasp catchers, colourful gecko plaques, citronella candles, lanterns, water features, kingsford barbeques and home smokers, chimineas, outdoor clocks, hanging baskets and lots of pots and ceramica. NEW ARRIVALS: Driftwood & Root sculptures, Metal wall art, Christmas crackers, cards and fantastic gift ideas Eastalgarve_Issue11.indd 29 2/11/09 18:15:22

Why are we keen on Natural Gas? Well there are two main reasons, one, the sector is very unloved at the moment, and two, the funds pay good dividends, some over 10%. The funds are currently struggling due to the large gas reserves, but we feel that this is well known and should be reflected in the current Weprice.are expecting some kind of correction in the stock markets and perhaps a more unexpected rally in the US$, so we are looking for stocks that have some kind of support. The NatGas funds high dividend yield provides some support, (think of it as a ten percent cushion) and the approaching Winter Season gives us a bit more. As we tell you every month, we are not financial advisors, but we are happy to provide you with some ideas that you may want to float with your financial advisor. I will be asking about Canadian Natural Gas Funds that pay high dividends, or, (just during this unsettled period) I would ask about unleveraged Natural Gas Exchange Traded Funds (ETF). I will study the funds held by the ETF and I may invest directly in one or two funds that are showing strength. Later, I may look for leveraged funds, but only once I feel more at ease with the market. Leveraged funds use derivatives (yes that word that Wall Street has abused so badly) to get two or three times gearing of the stock price. This means that when the fund goes up, the ETF goes up three times as much, but of course if the fund price goes down, it goes down by the same factor. This is a dangerous game, best left to those who spend hours poring over their investments, and definitely not for the faint hearted or those who are investing their nest egg following retirement.

info@eastalgarvemag.comPage 30 Rui LawHortaOfficeESCRITÓRIODEADVOGADOSLAWYER Telephone: 281 325 635 or 281 325 636 Fax. 281 325 612 Mobile Phone: 96 4043 380 or 96 207 6556 E-mail: advogados.law@mail.telepac.pt or mail@taviralawyers.com Website: www.taviralawyers.com Rua 1° de Maio, no 9, 8800-360 Tavira - Portugal Purchase of Commercial and Residential Property • Mortgages on Property or Shares • Formation of Trust Companies • Banking & finance advice • Taxation Advice Development and Planning Law • Personal Injury • Contract Disputes • Powers of Attorney • Will and Probate • Debt Collecting and Process Service • Enforcement of Judgments • Mainte nance Orders • Family Law and Divorce • Nationality and Residency Applications PORTUGUESE, ENGLISH, SPANISH AND FRENCH SPEAKING SOLICITORS OFFERING CLIENTS THE BENEFITS OF A LOCAL REPRESENTATION. Finance As we all look for a combination of good returns on our investments, protection from the uncertainties of the stock markets and currency fluctuation, we think we might have found the answer in the Canadian Stock Market, where the Canadian Dollar has shown tremendous resilience over the last six years. The Looney as it is nicknamed, benefits from being supported by the tremendous commodity resources that Canada has, and, as the world markets Double figure dividends make Natural Gas Funds look attractive cycle from Financial Services to Commodities, we expect that it will surpass the US$ in value in the near Afuture.website named investorideas. com prints a top ten list of investor web search topics and we were not surprised to find Natural Gas stocks at the top of the list and four other mentions of natural gas focused items. HERE IS THEIR TOP 10 LIST: 1. Natural gas stocks 2. Renewable energy stocks 3. Natural gas news 4. Stock market India 5. Gold mining stocks 6. Gold stocks 7. Natural gas companies on stock market 8. Natural gas companies 9. Green energy stocks 10. Water stocks

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SHOULD owning a great dane make you as much of an eco-outcast as an SUV driver? Yes it should, say Robert and Brenda Vale, two architects who specialise in sustainable living at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand. In their new book, Time to Eat the Dog: The real guide to sustainable living, they compare the ecological footprints of a menagerie of popular pets with those of various other lifestyle choices - and the critters do not fare well. As well as guzzling resources, cats and dogs devastate wildlife populations, spread disease and add to pollution. It is time to take eco-stock of our pets. To measure the ecological paw, claw and ﬁn-prints of the family pet, the Vales analysed the ingredients of common brands of pet food. They calculated, for example, that a medium-sized dog would consume 90 grams of meat and 156 grams of cereals daily in its recommended 300-gram portion of dried dog food. At its pre-dried weight, that equates to 450 grams of fresh meat and 260 grams of cereal. That means that over the course of a year, Fido wolfs down about 164 kilograms of meat and 95 kilograms of cereals.

Page info@eastalgarvemag.com10 Page 31 Cynic’scorner Insurances for: Health (international), andCarHouse,more... Proposals and Policy Wordings for English!!!insurancesvariousin Stephan Schade Rua José Pires Padinha 182 (close to Barclays and the old market halls) 8800-354 Tavira Tel: 281 001 170 / Mob: 968 771 577 Luís de Brito - Contabilidades, Lda. ACCOUNTANTSSPEAKINGENGLISH All your accountancy issues explained and translated. Professional & Friendly Service Luís Manuel Duarte de Brito Chartered Accountant Rua 1.˚ de Maio, n.˚45-1.˚ Esq. 8800-360, Tavira. Near VILA GALÈ TAVIRA HOTEL Tel 281 324 962 Fax 281 324 luis.de.brito@mail.telepac.pt222 Gabigest Know your sources (and their ulterior motives)

There are lies, there are outrageous lies, and there are statistics. When Margaret Thatch er was enacting laws that forced Hospitals and Public Transport to become self-suffi cient and go profiteering, I knew something was wrong, but I couldn’t put my finger on it at the time. Reading articles like the follow ing one have helped me to understand that accountants can take the soul away from decision making and end up with a host of unintended consequences. I am sure that all the following facts are correct, but would you make a decision based on this article? Has this article got any merit? You tell us. Send your diatribe to rebasse@aol.com

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It takes 43.3 square metres of land to generate 1 kilogram of chicken per year - far more for beef and lamb - and 13.4 square metres to generate a kilogram of cereals. So that gives him a footprint of 0.84 hectares. For a big dog such as a German shepherd, the ﬁgure is 1.1 Meanwhile,hectaresan SUV - the Vales used a 4.6-litre Toyota Land Cruiser in their comparison - driven a modest 10,000 kilometres a year, uses 55.1 gigajoules, which includes the energy required both to fuel and to build it. One hectare of land can produce approximately 135 gigajoules of energy per year, so the Land Cruiser’s eco-footprint is about 0.41 hectares - less than half that of a medium-sized dog.

Solar installers Penguin, specialists in heating and cooling solutions, are participating in a government scheme which allows home owners in Portugal to obtain signiﬁcant, no-obligation funding up to 50% towards the purchase and installation of solar hot water heating systems. The scheme, launched by the Portuguese Ministry of Finance earlier this year, is aimed at encouraging the use of renewable energy in homes, speciﬁcally the installation of solar systems for hot water heating.

Chris Blackburn stressed that this is a limited opportunity: “This scheme is only available until the end of the year, so we urge those interested Taking the Half-price solar systems governmentthroughscheme.

A grant of €1641,70 is available to home owners applying to the scheme, plus a tax-deductible sum up to Penguin€796.00.director, Chris Blackburn, commented: “This scheme offers an unmissable opportunity for any home owner whose property is suitable for a solar installation. The low purchase cost (almost 50% off depending on the system), when set against typical annual water heating bills, can now offer a return on investment in as little as 1-2 years. After this time, it will provide around 80% of your domestic hot water needs direct from the sun, entirely free.” For a property to be suitable for an effective solar system, it should have a roof, terrace or outside space which can accommodate two panels and which is south-facing, unshaded and unobstructed. The grant is also available to foreign property owners, the only caveat being that they should have a Portuguese bank account and must physically be in Portugal to make the application (i.e. it cannot be made remotely).

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T his is not just a long hole but a dangerous one too. If you miss any shot to the right or left, you will find your ball out of bounds all the way from tee to green. Two large bunkers around the green, plus one small bunker at the back to avoid. Most players need 3 good hits to reach the green, the tee shot is uphill. Your second shot must carry over tall trees in the centre of the fairway, your third could be anything from a wood to a pitch depending on how you have played the first two shots. Average golfers will be very happy heading towards the 19th hole if securing par. A great finishing hole with wonderful views of the Serra do Caldeirao. Keith Ashdown, P.G.A. Resident professional

•16 Hole in ones (4 on par 4’s)

•Course record holder at Benamor, 65 (6 under par), although has scored 60 strokes on 3 occasions (Not counted as a course record as they were not scored in a professional competition)

Pro stats Name: Keith Ashdown Title: P.G.A. Resident professional Pro since: 1964 Born: Crowborough, Sussex, U.K. Tournament History: •Winner of more than 100 professional golf tournaments in Europe.

The 18th hole at Benamor is the longest hole on the course, 512m from white tees, it is probably the most difﬁcult to score a par 5.

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Benamor Golf, 18th hole

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•Represented G.B. and Ireland in the P.G.A. Cup against the U.S.A.

Early in October over 8000 fans converged on the José Arcanjo Stadium in Olhão to see Liga Sagres new boys Olhanense take on the mighty Porto who ﬁelded eight full internationals. It was the impressive Falcao with two goals & another from skipper Bruno Alves that sunk the brave Algarveans. For the home side Rabiola had a good penalty shout turned down and skipper Rui Duarte’s in-swinging free-kick hit the bar.

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PORTO DROP ANCHOR IN OLHÃO

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OLHANENSE SHOCK CUP EXIT Two weeks later and Olhanense suffered an embarrassing defeat at the hands of non-league Valenciano in the Portugal Millennium Cup (equivalent to the FA Cup). For the small municipality of Valença do Minho, in the far north, this was a day that will live long in their memory. Valenciano are three levels below their illustrious visitors in the pyramid system. With the ﬁnal score, after extra-time of 1-1, the lottery of a penalty shoot-out saw the home side go through 4-2. Through international calls and injury, Olhanense were missing seven of their squad but can have no complaints after this below do not have access to the other 36 holes available on the resort. For experienced golfers this is a great way to improve your short game, ideal if you don’t have time for a full round of golf. The greens, fairways and tees are maintained to the same high standard of quality as their bigger brother golf courses.

Last month was a tough one for our local team, Chris Wright keeps us updated. times for Olhanense Ria Formosa nº2, 8800-591 Cabanas de Tavira · Tel: 915 085 208 · Email: esmeraldas.irish.pub@hotmail.com

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GOLF COURSE ACADEMY FEE: €20,00 for 2h30m, plus 2 Driving Range Token (60 balls) For more details, please contact Ria & Cima Golf Courses reception@quintadaria.comthrough: Telephone:reservations@quintadaria.comor+351281950580

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da costa TELEPHONE 916 573 194 World cup fever grabs Portugal

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par Afterperformance.abreakfor international and cup games, Olhanense were on the road again, when they journeyed to Lisbon to play Belenenses. An uninspiring game from two teams lacking conﬁdence resulted in a 00 stalemate. Visiting keeper Ventura pulled off a number of ﬁne saves, whilst at the other end Olhanense had a goal disallowed by a dubious offside decision and yet another strong penalty claim turned down.

PRESIDENT UNDER PRESSURE

The 14th November will be a special day for Olhanense players Castro, Ukra, Ventura, Tengarrinha & Rabiola. They are members of the Portugal Under 21 team who play England in a European Championship game at Wembley. These matches are usually played at provincial towns but the English FA show the importance they attach to this game by staging it at the mecca of international football. The next home game at the José Arcanjo Stadium is on Wednesday 11th November when P.Ferreira are the visitors for a Carlsberg League Cup game, kick-off time to be conﬁrmed. League action returns Friday 27th November, kick-off 8.15pm when V.Guimarães provide the opposition. The much heralded visit of Benﬁca takes place on Saturday 12th December KO For9.15pm.further information & details on how to become a member or obtain match tickets, contact: Emily Richardson at neilandem@sapo. pt (Tel. 939 486870) or Christopher. wright@hotmail.co.uk (Tel. 916 504903)

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Rumours that Isodoro Sousa, President of SC Olhanense, will be stepping down in December are mere speculation at best. Sousa freely admits that the club’s rise to the top flight has resulted in tremendous pressure. He commented at a recent Board Meeting that he was “worn away” due to the excessive workload not only at the club but with his automotive business that is expanding. Asked to comment last week he said “ I am going to meet with my colleagues and to see, very calmly, which will be the next step. It is very premature to make any assumptions at this stage ”. The 400 fans, who were in Lisbon for the Belenenses’ game, gave Isodoro a rousing reception as he arrived for the game. Irish, English Portuguese Emiliano The continent’s eight best group runners-up now have a second shot at qualifying for next summer’s finals, alongside group winners Denmark, Switzerland, Slovakia, Germany, Spain, England, Serbia, Italy and the Netherlands. Once again, in an endeavour to get the big teams through, FIFA seeded the draw with France, Russia, Greece & Portugal guaranteed not to play each other. Portugal meet Bosnia-Herzegovina on Saturday 14th November in Lisbon, with the return leg away on Wednesday the 18th November. Ireland were first out of the hat and meet France; Can they break a 28-year-winless streak against the French? And what will happen in the first-ever meeting between Portugal and Bosnia Herzegovina? Carlos Queiroz, the Portugal coach said: “We now face two finals, in which we can achieve everything we set out to do. We’re determined to go to the World Cup.”

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Bosnia-Herzegovina coach, Miroslav Blazevic, has caused a stir by telling his players to kiss each other on the lips. Blazevic, who has Portsmouth star Asmir Begovic in his squad, said: “I take two of my players and tell them, ‘Love him! Kiss him!’ and he kisses him.” He claimed the unorthodox moraleboosting exercise has already proven successful: Mr Blazevic has taken the squad further than ever before in the World Cup.

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