Oct09 East Algarve Magazine by Richard Bassett

MAGAZINE FREE OLH Ã O · S Ã O BR Á S · TAVIRA · ALCOUTIM · CASTRO MARIM · VILA REAL DE SANTO ANT Ó NIO East Algar ve FOCUS ON October 2009 © The BowlsPedrasNewLawnclub Moncarapacho Golf Tips Playing the 14th hole at Quinta da Ria Gardening Choosing roses Bowling Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 1 2/10/09 11:19:48

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_Issue10.indd 2 2/10/09 11:19:52

... to your October issue. The summer is officially over and Autumn is settling in nicely with pleasantly warm days and cooler nights. This month we focus on Moncarapacho which is steeped in history and legends, we spent some time talking to the curator of the ancient artifacts in the museum. We have more golf tips this month from Quinta da Ria, and our recipe of prawns and codfish is supplied by the stunning Panaoramic restaurant. Our regular contributors bring you useful financial, environment and health advice, and we feature the first of a two part article about growing roses. This month’s book reviews describe the intriguing birds of the mediterranean, whether an avid bird watcher or if you’ve ever wondered what bird had just swooped past you, these books are an essential guide.

Page 3info@eastalgarvemag.com 4 YOUR VIEWS Let us know your thoughts. 5 WHAT’S ON What’s happening in and around the East Algarve. 6 NEWS Get up to date on the latest East Algarve news! 7 BOOK LOVERS CORNER This months’ book reviews 8 PEOPLE The Pedras Lawn Bowls Club 10PEOPLE Meet the new Chef at the Quinta Fonte do Bispo 12 HEALTH Gareth Bullock discovers reconnection healing 14FOCUS ON Moncarapacho 16TECHNOLOGY Satellite Broadband internet 18PROPERTY The upside to owning a property in Portugal 21PROPERTY Manorpark properties in Olhão 23HOMES How to replace a broken tile 24FINANCE Precious metals 26ENVIRONMENT Moon power! 27CYNIC’S CORNER A chance to air your views. 28FOOD From restaurant Panoramico 31GARDENING How to choose the right roses 34GOLF The 14th hole at Quinta da Ria 35GOLF Childs play at Benamor Golf 36SPORT The latest from Chris Wright 38 KIDS’ PAGE Just for kids!!! 39 CLASSIFIEDS Grab a local bargain. 31 34 28 CONTENTS 8 8 14 Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 3 2/10/09 11:20:16

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Dear East Algarve Magazine, Having just spent 12 days at our holiday home in Spain, and visiting the lovely surrounding areas, we always head for Manta Rota. It’s so nice clean friendly and has a nice buzz about it. But on our last visit (Sunday 6th Sept) we headed down to the beach like most of Portugal it seems! I’ve never seen it so busy. Carrying our sunshade loungers and cool box, but it was nigh on impossible to get a space without walking back to Tavira along the beach! Most of the beach is taken up with designated pay parasols and sun beds, even the life guards are forced to use the same spot as everyone else, along with boat hire jet ski hire! What happened to the beach belonging to the public and locals, who have no intention of paying for sun bed hire and a spot on the beach (and why should they) the beach is a way of life in these resorts and a family gathering, not a money making exercise. Ken Thomas.

Page 4 Your views Your chance to let us and our readers know your concerns and an opportunity to help.

Postal Address: EN270, CXP797A, Fonte Bispo, Tavira info@eastalgarvemag.com

Janice MoncarapachoPollard Dear Janice, I’m sure you’re not alone with your little problem. There is a Football pitch in Tavira, close to the new shopping centre which we know take on children of all ages, it is also worth contacting the Olhão football club on 289 704 122.

Dear East Algarve Magazine, I read with great interest your article on ‘Chicken Luis’ in your last issue, but you forgot to give an address or phone number! We’d love to give them a try.

Helen, Sta Catarina Dear Helen, Please accept our sincere apologies, their address and telephone number are as follows: Rua Dr. José Dias Sancho, 132 Sao Bras de Alportel, 8150-142 Tel: 289 842 635

Dear East Algarve Magazine, I own a classic car and I am looking for a local meet or club where I can show my car and get together with other enthuisiasts. Please ask if there are any classic car buffs out there interested in meeting up. Frederick, Tavira Dear Frederick, Great idea. There is a boot fair held at Quinta Fonte do Bispo on the fourth Sunday of the month (the next is on the 28th November). If there are enough people interested, we can organise a show area to be set aside. So if there are any vehicle owners who would like to bring along, and show off their pride and joy, please contact us on 961 700 200

We’d love to hear from you if you have any comments or suggestions either about the East Algarve Magazine, or anything else you’d like to share with our readers. People are always looking for new places to eat or drink, so if you have a favorite restaurant or bar, why not let others know about it. Likewise, if you know of anyone offering a particularly good service, let us know!

Dear East Algarve Magazine, I wanted to write to you to express my gratitude for pointing me in the direction of the QM garden centre. My husband and I decided to take a drive over there to be nosey really, and we were very pleasently surprised. The owners and staff were so friendly and helpful. I was amazed by the variety of stock in the kitchen shop and even more amazed by the Aladdin’s cave of essential items and gifts in the rest of the shop, not to mention the well priced plants. I was then given a cup of tea and a homemade slice of cake whilst sitting in the gardens chatting with other visitors. I will deﬁnately be making this a regular trip and wish all my shopping excursions were this relaxed. Thank you! Rosemary VilaStevens,Real Dear East Algarve Magazine, Help! I have a bored six year old son who desperately wants to join a weekend football club. Does anyone know of one which is taking on new players?

TAVIRAMUSIC- Concert by the Algarve Orchestra, 10/10, 21h30, Tel 281 320 500 TAVIRA - “Domingos and amigos” Pop and Rock concert, 10/10, at the Multipurpose room, Casa do Povo de Santo Estêvão, 22h00 OLHÃO - Concert with Tim “Braço de Prata, 31/10 at the Municipal Auditorium, 21h30, Tel 289 710 170

TAVIRA - Concert “Couple Cof fee” (Jazz/Pop/Trad), 10/10, 22h00 at the Multipurpose room, Casa do Povo de Santo Estêvão

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 October. 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.

TAVIRA - Outonalidades 2009 in Tavira “Beatriz Portugal Jazz Quintet” 24/10, 22h00, Casa do Povo de Santo Estêvão

Algarve Historic

See www.autodromodoalgarve.com for further details Emergency help 112 Faro Hospital 289 891 100 Faro Bombeiros 289 888 000 Natiional civil protection 214 247 100 Tavira GNR 281 329 030 Tavira PSP

Things to do this month

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FAIRS

International Motor

TAVIRA - Autumn Choir meeting, 24/10, 21h30 at the Misericordia Church TAVIRAEXHIBITIONS-Recentworks by Colin Howe, Until 31/10 10h00-13h00, 15h00-18h00, at the Multipurpose room, Casa do Povo de Santo Estêvão TAVIRA - Exhibition “Dawn of my Humanity” by Francis Tondeur - Starts 21/10 at the Municipal Mu seum Tavira Tel 281 320 500 OLHDANCEÃO-Quorum Ballet, 21/10 21h30 at the Municipal Auditorium OLHTHEATREÃO-Caravan Caberet, 17/10, 21h30 at the Municipal Auditorium. Tel 289 710 170 FARO - The Vagina Monologues, 23/10 21h30 at the Figuras Theatre, Tel 289 888 100 LOULSPORTÉ-Golf; The Portugal Masters, 15-18/10, Oceânico Victoria Golf Course, Vilamoura, Tel 808 781 212 AFTER DARK V.R.ST ANTONIO - Rock at the Opera, Until 18/10, At the Casino de Monte Gordo, Oceano Room, shows are daily AND MARKETS

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SANTA CATARINA- Boot Fair, 4th Sunday of the month, Tel 281 971 484 Don’t miss the festival at the Algarve Racing Circuit in Portimao, 16/10-18/10. 281 322 289

A recent report by the Market Study Catalogue from the Real Estate Professionals and Business Association has shown a rise in people looking to rent against potential purchasers. Unfortunately there are not enough rental properties available nationally. Luis Lima, president of the APEMIP at the opening of the property show in Lisbon said “People are looking to rent as they don’t have any other option after the banks have created obstacles to obtaining credit.” Although these are national ﬁgures, according to a local property management company specializing in long term rentals there is also a slight increase in people in our region looking to rent long term.

Andy Sharpe presents the Tavira Fundraiser a cheque for €300. The money will go towards vets fees for abandoned animals. Once again thank you to Andy and Terry for their support and to the Quizzers for this donation; their quiz nights are held every Wednesday at the Quinta da Fonte do Bispo.

Multi-million euro budget for ‘Allgarve’ 2010

A Auctionlgarve & Sales will be holding a Charity Auction in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal on Sat 24 Oct 11am at their sale room in Barracha. The auction room will be open at 9am on the day, for the purpose of viewing the lots on offer prior to the auction. If any readers wish to donate goods for the auction, please phone 919 065 199 to arrange collection or Laterdelivery.inthe day there will be a Dinner Dance at Quinta Fonte do Bispo, just outside Sta Catarina on the EN270. There will be a three course dinner accompanied by drinks and music from the 40s onward, by the well known DJ “Little John”. Cost is 25€ per head. Dress informal/casual. Time – 7.30pm for 8pm For further details, contact Quinta Fonte do Bispo on 281 6971 484 or Malcolm on 919 065 199

Next year the regional ‘Allgarve’ summer entertainment programme could beneﬁt from an estimated €3 million budget, should the new Government give its approval says Nuno Aires, head of the regional Algarve Tourism Board (ERTA). The current programme was spread over six months and was granted a huge budget of €4 million. The guarantee of another three year stint will remain unconﬁrmed until after the upcoming legislative elections as the new Government “could change things”, said Nuno EventsAires. scheduled this year under the ‘Allgarve’ programme is the ‘Portugal Masters’ golf tournament in Vilamoura, from October 15th to 18th, and the ‘Superbike World Championship’, in Portimão, from October 23rd to 25th. The ‘Superbike World Championship’, in Portimão, an Allgarve sponsored event.

The Tavira Fundraisers collect a cheque for €300

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Bravelandfunandgames

Tavira Locals took part in a fun challenge event at Bravelands Adventure Park in Moncarapacho. Neil and Emily Richardson and their team didn’t come ﬁrst, but thoroughly enjoyed the demanding challenge.

Charity auction Increase in demand PropertiesRentalfor

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Ithink summer is finally over. Al though we’re still having beautifully sunny skies, it feels fresh enough in the mornings and evenings that I can imagine going for a nice walk out in the Asseca, watching the cane waving in the breeze, spying the bunnies before they hie off into the brush along the side of the road, and wondering, for the umpteenth time, what is that buff colored bird with the black and white tail feathers? So I’m here in the shop and it oc curs to me that I sell several nice bird guides and all I have to do is pull one or two of them off the shelf and I’ll have the answer... “Birds of the Mediterranean” by Paul Sterry is a photographic guide with clear and colorful images in remarkable detail, with brief but thorough descriptions of every bird you’ll see in the Algarve. He tells me that the exotic creature is a Eurasian Hoopoe and it hangs out in vineyards and orchards, foraging, in furrows and other low spots, for Okay,worms.so now I’ll look in the Collins “Bird Guide”, by Lars Svensson and Peter Grant, and see what they have to say. Right off I see that instead of photographs, the authors use il lustrations by Killian Mullarney and Dan Zetterstrom, and I can appreci ate the advantage of these delicate renderings...many of the birds are depicted at rest and in flight, some times including a small detailed sketch of a particular physical char acterisic. Both books agree about habitat, but when it comes to flight pattern Mr. Svensson is more giving than Mr. Sperry, who says only that the Hoopoe’s flight is “...slow, but terfly-like”. Lars, on the other hand, states that “flight flappy and rather unsteady with short undulations, hint of gliding and uneven rhythm, often low over ground.” Both books are wonderful guides whether you’re an avid birder or, like me, just curious about those crea tures with the distinctive plumage or the stick-like legs I see wading in the river at low tide on my way in to town each morning. Several cus tomers have given me enthusiastic feedback on each and I recommend both without qualification. Come in and see if you don’t want to add one (or both!) of these beautiful nature books to your collection. If you say that you saw this article I’ll even de duct %10 from the price. I hope to see you soon.

Rua Poeta Emiliano da Costa 16, Tavira Tel 281 323 199

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Elizabeth Beaupied gives us this months book reviews, “Birds of the Mediterranean and the Collins Bird guide, a real feast for Birdwatchers

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BOOK

Lura dos Livros Rua Poeta Emiliano da Costa 16 - Tavira Tel: +351 281 323 199 38 E-Mail: lizbeaupied@yahoo.com

A wide and eclectic range of new and used books in the 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. CORNERLOVERS’

Liz Beaupied, A Lura dos Livros

SuperBowls

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The Pedras Lawn Bowls Club cur rently consists of 40 members, and is administered by Snr. Pires, his staff, and club members. Play ers can play unresricted bowls on any day of the week, and hold their club practice days on Tuesdays, Fri days and Sunday mornings all year round. A member of Bowls Algarve, the club competes against 6 other bowls clubs across the Algarve. Competitions secretary John Mar shall explains; “We try to hold regular social events such as dinner dances etc., to encourage members to meet and get to know each other. Our ob jectives include the promotion of bowling in a friendly and competi tive environment. Also high on our agenda is to encourage all nationali ties to discover the huge amount of fun bowling can be, particularly the Portuguese community”. The other beauty of the game is that there’s no restriction on age, in fact member No.1 is a spritely 83 years Forold. people thinking of taking up bowls, I can certainly vouch for the friendly atmosphere on the green. While I was taking photographs for this feature, players seemed to be enjoying themselves very much, en couraging each other and generally enjoying themselves. New comers are given a very warm welcome, and made to feel at home. There are lessons available for be ginners, and both bowls and shoes can be hired at the club Within the next few weeks, the new club house will be open during the day and also the evenings, offering bar facilites and snacks. Bowling is just one of the many facil ities available at Pedras da Rainha. There are a number of excellent Tennis courts and also Padel Ten nis courts, a very popular game in Spain, sort of a cross between Ten nis and Squash. The Algarves newest bowling green at Pedras da Rainha, Cabanas, is destined to be the best in the region.

byWritten BassettRichard Director of Pedras da Rainha, António Almeida Pires had a very clear goal when he de cided to build the new bowl ing green; simply to offer the best bowling facilities the Algarve has to offer. At a cost of over €100,000, the green is made of 100% natural grass, and is maintained by dedi cated expert gardeners.

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For further information contact Daniel Vicente Tel. + 351 281 380 680 Mob. + 351 926 485 568 Email : pedrasdarainha.comdaniel.vicente@

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A new chef on board

Chef Shane Allen joins the team at Quinta da Fonte do Bispo, to re-launch the Bistro. Readers are all invited to join them for a taste of their brand new menu, and share a glass of wine... or two!

Q uinta da Fonte do Bispo is introducing their new Chef with a fun open day, start ing at 11 O’clock on the 17th October. Free samples of their brand new menu will be available, along with a few glasses of wine. Over the past few weeks, Shane has put together a menu of freshly cooked meals, with a simple theme of ‘Quality home made food, provid ing excellent value for money’. The menu includes a selection of snacks and wholesome meals of both Eng lish and Portuguese origin. Hav ing trained as a chef, Shane then joined the Merchant Navy, serving as a Senior Ofﬁcer. He is used to catering for a large number of peo ple, and has recently helped out at a few very successful events held at the Quinta, and is also responsible for implementing the hugely popu lar Sunday Carvery and Friday night Steak Originallynight.from Lancashire, Shane moved to Portugal with his wife Kim, and two children Megan and Madi son in November 2008. Along with a new menu, Shane has spent some time re-modelling the Bistro. A new pool table is located adjacent to the Pool Bar and Sports TV will be showing Football, Golf and Formula 1 Racing. The bar menu will be available ev ery day from 11.00am until about 9.00pm, and the bar will remain open until Going11.00pm.intothe winter period, Quin ta Fonte do Bispo will restart their Dinner Dance schedule. Following the success of the ABBA Night, they have already short-listed the fol lowing events by popular request: an Elvis Night, a Brazilian Night, a Drifters Night, an Indonesian Rice Tafel, and are wondering if there are enough Cliff fans out there (the Quinta seniors are Cliff Junkies and love to sing his early classics there). If you have any ideas or you want to join their email list, please con tact them on info@qtfontebispo. com and you will be kept you upto-date with events.

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Getting back to your therapy, what is the best result you have had with a client? Someone with Parkinsons disease who after treatment has been able to play golf again and has found a new lease of life. He comes to me here from Wales for a treatment. How many treatments do you recommend? Three, then reassess where needed. What do you charge for a treatment? €40.00 Where can people have the treatment? At my home clinic in Almargens, São Brás de Alportel. But I am also look ing for other facilities. What’s your telephone number please? 289 841 857 Thank you Lesley for meeting with me and for the insight into what you do. I found the treatment ex tremely relaxing and energising and know you picked up on things from me without knowing anything about me. I have tremendous respect for that talent and know you will do well here.

Ihave had the great pleasure in meeting and experiencing the treatment Lesley Davies offers here on the Algarve, Reconnection Healing. I must admit I was kind of sceptical about this kind of treat ment, despite my understanding and experience with the power of heal ing and energies and ‘things’ people think are just a bit too weird. BUT, I was amazed at how I responded to this and how I will definitely be going back as a paying customer, to finish off some unfinished business. I hope you enjoy this insight and make con tact with Lesley and look closer into Reconnection Healing. What do you practice here in the Algarve? Reconnection Healing. I have never heard of that, what is it? It reconnects us to the fullness of the universe as it reconnects us to the fullness of our beings and of who we are. OK…! Tell me 5 things you can treat well with this therapy. 1 Emotional Problems 2 Deep levels of unhappiness and grief 3 Relief from pain 4 Self development 5 When you appear to have every thing but there is something fundamental missing in your life. How long have you lived here? We bought and moved to our farm here 1 year ago, it is an amazing part of the countryside. It has some of the cleanest air in Europe. How long have you been practicing healing therapies? 17 years. What is your health tip of the day? Smile! A smile has the power to make someone else’s day as well as your own. What is the last thing you ate? Our own chickens eggs and beans from a tin, I was really hungry! What’s around the corner? I would like to help as many people as I can find happiness in their lives and teach spirituality based on un conditional love for ourselves and one another. Do you practice what you preach? Absolutely yes (confirmed by a nod of agreement from husband Lyndon) What celebrity would you like to treat? Robbie Williams, because he could be so happy, he’s just lost sight of who he is at the deepest level of be ing. Where did you last go on holiday? The Algarve. Rugby or football? 2 pints of Stella if I have to watch the rugby, but I’d rather table tennis! What’s your favourite restaurant in the East Algarve? O Cantinho at Bern Parece, above Santa Catarina. Do you order from the Cosmos or Amazon.co.uk? The Cosmos of course, it’s cheaper!

Health expert Gareth Bullock discovers reconnection healing.

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Moncarapacho surrounds are par ticularly rural, with citrus fruits, ﬁgs, vegetables and pomegranates all ﬂourishing locally. The main village church Santo Cristo, is adorned with striking 17th century azulejos tileswell worth a look. Moncarapacho is still a well kept secret, a rural retreat missed by the tourist itinerary. Peace and quiet in a stunning Algarve set ting is on the menu here, yet you’re within easy access of historic cen tres such as Faro and Tavira. From Olhão to Moncarapacho (about 3 miles by the Estrada Nacional 398, passing through Quelfes) or via the IP1 road, the distance is even short er, less than two miles to reach this pretty little village, lying between or

A lgarve rural retreats don’t get much better than Mon carapacho, situated midway between Olhão and the Ria Formosa Natural Park and Tavira. One of the most interesting muse ums on the Algarve is here next to the church, exhibiting everything from Roman Remains to Slave shackles. Excellent for a walking or birdwatch ing holiday base on the Algarve, with easy access to some of the Algarve’s best beaches, Tavira, as well as local Algarve luxury golf courses, Moncar apacho is a hidden idyllic Algarve re treat indeed. All basic amenities are here including banks, a post ofﬁce, internet cafe, supermarkets, a petrol station, restaurants and a selection of shops and cafes. It still has it’s own saddlesmith and cobbler. Pick up your Algarve Arts and Crafts here, there is also a local ceramics factory on the outskirts of Moncarapacho. A big agricultural market is also held here Albeitannually.tiny,the museum at Moncara pacho is of real historic interest, fo cusing as it does on Algarve history, with a fascinating mish-mash collec tion of artefacts. The museum was set up by a local priest and it sits alongside the ba roque church Santo Cristo within the town (the museum is clearly sign posted - just head for Moncarapa cho and follow the signs). Inside you can expect to see archae ological exhibits from across the Al garve, including African slave shack les (rarely seen in Portugal museums! It’s worth visiting just to view these), Napoleonic cannon balls, old olive presses, various coins and Moor ish waterwheels. There are plenty of Roman remains here too, including Roman stonemasonry, such as sol dier gravestones. Tel: 289 792 362 for further details, open Mondays to Fridays from 11am to 5pm).

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Focus on...Moncarapacho

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chards, carob-shrubs and almondBesidestrees. the Main Church, with its beautiful Renaissance portal, and the Miserichord Church, where six paintings reflect the 16th century style, the Chapel of the Holy Spirit is certainly worth visiting, (next to the Parish Museum of Moncarapacho). In the typical streets of this part of the Algarve, you can admire a few buildings characteristic of the bour geois architecture from the 19th century. Various chapels illustrate the rural architecture. The chapels of Pé da Cruz, of São Francisco, of Nossa Senhora do Carmo and, specially, of São Miguel, built on heights, offer excellent views of the surrounding green landscape. At the Cerro da Cabeça (Hill of the Head), where you will find the hid den caves, is also an excellent natu ral belvedere, and a place of interest for those who appreciate speleol ogy. It is worth the gentle climb, with the knowledge that a stunning view awaits Amongyou.the many cafes and restau rants in this area, Restaurant Co libri’s is a local favourite, offering local specialities at very reasonable prices. Restaurant A Caravela spe cialise in fresh, locally caught fish, and excellent chicken dishes. New owners Luis and Larissa recently relocated from Luz de Tavira to run this restaurant, and now offer a pop ular take-away service (see their ad on the right for contact details and Ifmap).you are in the area, we’d definately recommend a stroll around Moncar apacho. Sit and enjoy a coffee, and the friendly village atmosphere will simply charm you.

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A t a time when governments in Northern Europe start dealing with the financial fallout of the crisis by making preparations for the coming years to reduce budget deficits by increasing taxes, reducing government expenditure and subsidies and working on proposals to increase the age of retirement – a political and social controversial issue-, it offers an opportunity to highlight one of the more positive aspects of being a resident in Portugal, the inheritance tax. Inheritance tax is a tax on both lifetime gifts and assets passing on death. Most people believe it is unfair to be taxed on inheritance as it has already been subject to tax several times. High net worth individuals have always found ways to protect their Estate. Hence why offshore trusts and holding companies have been popular as well as being a resident of Monaco and Guernsey, to name a few. However, you don’t have to be ultra rich to efficiently protect your assets from inheritance tax. Since January 1st 2004 Portugal has abolished inheritance tax for close family members (spouse, children, grandchildren, parents and grandparents). You are considered a resident in Portugal if you are staying in excess

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Page 20 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-FUSETA -In a block w/ 8 aparts, close to the “Ria Formosa” , common roof terrace w/ wonderful views of the lagoon. Ground-floor - T3 - EUROS 160.000 ; SECOND-FLOOR: T1 - EUROS 120.000 PROPERTY - NEIGH. MONCARAPACHO - Set on 28.000m2, 5 mins from Moncarapacho and Estói, w/ swimming pool. MAIN VILLA & APT.- 4 bedroms; 2 bathrooms + 1 shower room,2 sitting room, 2 fully fitted kitchens, cellar (25m2), 2ND HOUSE - 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom + 1 shower room, roof terrace, large split level dining / sitting room - open fully fit ted kitchen. PRICE - EUROS 745.000 ▲ ▲ With over 20 years experience in villa management for complete peace of mind we make sure your villa is in safe hands D ENNIS FITZPATRICK INTERIOR DESIGN FURNITURE PACKAGES FROM € 4000 F ULL INTERIOR DESIGN CONCEPT COMPLETE VILLA/APARTMENT OR SINGLE ROOM DESIGN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SEVERAL SHO W PROPERTIES AVAILABLE TO VIEW F or further details call 961 844 788 or email interiors.art@sapo.pt If you would like to promote your business with the East Algarve magazine please contact us on info@eastalgarvemag.comorTel961700200COMPETITIVEPRICESDISCOUNTSFORMORETHANTHREEBOOKINGSFROM50€,TO250€FORAFULLPAGE As an advertiser you automatically become a distributer and will be provided with a number of copies to issue to your customers. East Algar ve MAGAZINE Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 20 2/10/09 11:27:08

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Page 21 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

It’s been two years since Manorpark Properties opened its office in the centre of Olhão, and the market has changed quite considerably during that time. Despite this, Manorpark’s enthusiastic and multi-lingual team have weathered the storm and are ready to assist in whatever your property needs are, sharing with you the many advantages and hidden facets of this up-and-coming area. When the Olhão office opened, the town had just presented its renovation programme with 30 hectares of land being regenerated. Anyone familiar with the area will have seen the opening of the new Ria Shopping Centre, the Municipal Auditorium and of course the frontline development overlooking the Ria Formosa. Many have already invested in these off-plan objects with a view to using them as a holiday home or a ‘buy to let’ option. Due to its location, the office is easily able to cover areas such as Tavira, Moncarapacho, São Brás de Alportel, Faro and all their neighbouring areas. The East Algarve still have the most competitive prices compared to the more established tourist areas of the Algarve. Renovation projects are still very popular, those who have already done it with a view to renting out as holiday lets have done so very successfully. They believe that the East Algarve still has plenty of potential buyers, especially with people looking for interesting, less developed locations where money can be invested. Manorpark Properties have been busy forging relationships with Agents outside the Algarve, particularly in Northern Europe where buyers have not been so affected by the current economic crisis. With the property market now showing the shoots of recovery, i.e. properties are actually being sold again, Manorpark Properties are keen to build on our portfolio of new listings. If you are in the market to sell your property, please email your details to olhao@manor-park.com or call us on 289 722 780. You can also visit our web-site: www.manor-park.com

VILLA IN S. BRÁS DE ALPORTEL €745,000 Ref 3769 Built in 2006, 4 Beds, 4 Baths, Building size 181m2, Plot 1100m2. Country villa. Main level: Entrance hall w/access to lounge w/log burner & doors to terrace, luxury kitchen & large dining area, 2 utility rooms. 2 bedrs w/en-suite, 3rd bed w/seper ate family bathroom. Lower level (potential for annex): Main bed; access to terrace, en-suite

VILLA IN S. BRÁS DE ALPORTEL €250,000 Ref 3703 4 Beds, 3 Baths, Build ing size 220m2, Plot size 3852m2. Attractive, 4 bed villa in private grounds & country views. Calçada driveway into courtyard. Entrance hall, lounge w/ﬁre, dining room w/vaulted ceil ing, quality kitchen w/granite worktops, laundry, guest WC & bed 4. 1st ﬂoor: Master bedroom w/en-suite b/room, bed 2 w/en-suite b/room & bed 3. Outside: Lovely irri gated garden & pool, carport & entertaining area w/BBQ.

info@eastalgarvemag.comPage 22 Company AMI 7673 Tel/FaxOffice:CONTACTS281 952 820 00351Mobile:911 041 861/2 SALES: www.algarvemantaproperties.com RENTALS: www.algarvemanta.pt EMAIL: sarah@algarvemanta.pt DETACHED THREE BED CLOSE TO MONTE REI GOLF Fantastic brand new detached villa with a spectacular view of the ocean. Only 1 km from the new Golf Course Monte Rei five minutes drive from the town of Cacela and a further three to the beautiful beach of Manta Rota. The house is set in land of 3500m2, with garden landscaped and patio with large pool. To enter the property you have electric gates with video entry. The house has quality finishes: woodwork in light oak, double glazing, pre-installation of air conditioning, central heating, central vacuum system, hydromassage bath, pre-installation of alarm and solar panels. The lounge has an open fireplace, the kitchen is fully fitted and equipped, there are three double bedrooms and three bathrooms. PRICE REDUCED FROM 495.000€ FOR QUICK SALE. 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 Casa Anibal R/C loja B, Estrada da Manta Rota 8900-038 Vila Nova de Cacela BARGAIN OF THE MONTH OFFER €360.000PRICE 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 julian@algarvehomes.com Built in 2009, 3 Beds, 2 baths, Building size 203m2, Plot size 2735m2 A beauti ful ‘Quinta’ with south fac ing views. Gated driveway, large parking area. Entrance into lounge via doors to pool terrace, fireplace, dining room, kitchen diner, granite worktops. Master bedroom w/en-suite bathroom, fit ted wardrobes & doors to pool terrace, bed 2 w/fitted wardrobes & doors to pool terrace, bed 3 w/ doors to courtyard, family bathroom. VILLA IN S. BRÁS DE ALPORTEL €465,000 Ref 3789 ALGARVE HOMES – Sociedade de Mediação Imobiliária, Lda NIPC no 504599321 – Capital Social 25,000.00 Euros – Mat. No 4161 - CRC Faro – AMI No 175 – APEMIP No 342 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Building size 120m2, Plot size 1200m2 Pretty refur bished cottage in a tranquil country setting between San ta Bárbara de Nexe & São Brás de Alportel. Consisting of entrance hall, lounge, open plan fitted kitchen with granite tops, 2 beds & bathroom.

b/room & study. Outside: Various covered ar eas, irrigated gardens, pool and large garage. VILLA IN S. BRÁS DE ALPORTEL €795,000 Ref 3728 3 Beds, 3 baths, Building size 265m2, Plot size 12480m2 Very special farmhouse style with benefits of a new house, stunning views plus windmill with guest suite. Consists of: Entrance hall, lounge/dining room w/fireplace, doors to terrace, large kitchen w/ doors to terrace, utility room, guest wc, double b/room w/ fitted w/drobes and en-suite, stairs to office/bedroom w/ terrace. Master bed suite on split level w/fitted w/robes, en-suite, doors to terrace. FARMHOUSEINESTOI €895,000 Ref 3694 Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 22 2/10/09 11:44:32

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Due to the warm climate we enjoy here in the Algarve, a popular choice of flooring is tiling. Of course we also have wall tiles, and although usually quite durable can be damaged surprisingly easily. Here’s our simple guide to replacing a broken tile. Replacement of floor and wall tiles is similar. Remove the grout from around the tile(s) you want to replace... If you try to remove the tile without removing all of the grout first, there is a chance that the adjacent tiles will Ifchip.the grout is a soft, unsanded wall grout, you can scratch it out with a kitchen knife, being careful not to slip and scratch adjacent tiles. DON’T FORGET TO SAVE A SAMPLE OF THE GROUT TO TAKE TO THE STORE FOR A COLOR MATCH!! Remove the broken tile... If the broken tile is loose, simply lift it out and go on the the next step. For floor tiles, tap on the edge of the tile, using a hammer and a small cold chisel or other suitable tool. Do not touch any of the adjacent tile, because you may loosen or chip them. A few carefully placed whacks may loosen a tile set in mortar. If the tile is set in adhesive, as are most wall tiles, or well adhered to the mortar, every piece of the tile is going to fight you during the removal process. You will probably do some damage to the floor or wall underneath the tile during removal, but it is of little consequence once you install the new tile. Prepare the hole and set the replacement tile... Vacuum out all debris, and scrape out any lumps or bumps in the mortar or adhesive. Test fit the new tile to make sure it sits firmly without excessive rocking, and doesn’t sit higher than the other tiles. Scrape out more remaining adhesive/mortar if Applynecessary.a1/8” layer of adhesive to the back of the tile with a putty knife. It is not necessary to use a special grooved tile adhesive applicator for a small repair such as this. Do not apply the adhesive closer than a half-inch to the edge of the tile. You don’t want the stuff to squeeze out into the area between the tiles when you place it. Just more of a mess to clean up later! Press the tile into its place with a slight wiggling motion, which will spread the adhesive and assure a good bond. Let the adhesive dry for 24 hours and apply matching grout... If any more than a slight amount of adhesive squeezed out between the tiles in the last step, use a utility knife or a thin screwdriver and scrape as much of it out as you can. Mix the grout per instructions on the Alabel.damp sponge and/or fingers are a great combination for pushing the grout into the cracks! The grout, being a cement product, will tend to beat up the hands, so if you are the delicate sort, wear good fitting rubber or latex gloves. A damaged wall or floor tile doesn’t mean a whole new floor or a re-tiled tileReplacingbathroom.abrokeniseasierthanyoumaythink.

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ALGAR V ESTNEMUCOD A PPROVE D Official documents IMPORTANT AL G A NEMUCODEVR T S APPROOVED fficial documents IMPORTANT AL G A NEMUCODEVR T S APPROOVED fficial documents IMPORTANT info@algardoc.cowww.algardoc.coTel.8150-144RuaAlgarDocumentsPleasebenifitlicensespermits,fromlicenseWeANDLICENSESPERMITScantakecareofallyourproblemsorqueries,Driverslicenses,BuildingPoollicences,Tourismtocarmatriculation,fromourexperiencecontactuswithyourquestionsandaskforafreeALLINCLUSIVEquote.JoséDiasSancho183SãoBrásdeAlportel(+351)912541539mmALGARDOCUMENTS ALGARDOCUMENTSRui 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 Si lv e r, Platinu m a nd Pa l ladiu m Continuing our theme on precious metals, we want to stress that these white metals have an intrinsic monetary value just as signiﬁcant as Gold and can be purchased just as easily. Here we discuss the relative value of Silver versus Gold, just to give you a basis for judging our position: Page 24 info@eastalgarvemag.com Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 24 2/10/09 11:44:40

THE PHYSICAL GOLD/SILVER RATIO One factor determining the gold/ silver value ratio is the physical ratio in the earth’s crust. According to AGI Data Sheet 57.1, “Abundance of Elements,” on average silver occurs at 0.07 parts per million, and gold at 0.004 parts per million in the earth’s crust. Thus the naturally occurring ratio is 17.5:1 which is not far from the last monetary ratio of 16:1 which was set when both gold and silver were still universal money in the last century. Remember, year by year industry consumes silver, while most of the gold ever mined still sits in a vault (or hangs around a neck) someplace.Historically the Gold/Silver ratio (how many ounces of Silver can buy one ounce of Gold) ranged from a low of 2.5 to 1 to a high of 16:1, and never rose above 12:1 until after 1500 AD. For most of human history, a band from 8:1 to 12:1 has contained the

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GabigestInsurances 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 E ratio. From 1873 until 1941 the ratio rose until it hit 100:1 for the first time in history. With numerous zigs and zags, the ratio hit a low in 1980 below 16:1 again.What is it now: Gold is $990, Silver is $16 which gives us a ratio of 61.875 which is three and a half times higher than its historical value of 18. So, bang for the buck, what do you go for? My bet would be Silver in the short term, until this ratio gets to near 20 and than switch most of it to Gold. Some Investment Banks currently predict that Gold will reach $2,000 per ounce within two years which suggests that the price of Silver will reach $111 per ounce in the same time-frame. A 100% rise in Gold will beget a 600% rise in Silver. So for those of us with significant exposure to Fiat currencies, US$ and UK£ in particular, it may be prudent to consider the purchase of some “white precious metals”, bearing in mind that the above factors apply to Platinum and Palladium as well. Consider the following news: Power shift: G8 influence flows to the G20 World leaders trumpet new global economic as old industrialized elites cede influence to fast-growing developing powers - Campbell ClarkWhile developing countries such as China and India (Ed: Strong Gold Lovers) have long argued for a bigger say in the economic councils of the world, it took the global financial meltdown to persuade the United States and other rich nations that they cannot go it alone.

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The decision at last week’s summit in Pittsburgh to transfer a chunk of control in the powerful International Monetary Fund to “dynamic” emerging economies, such as China, India and Brazil, and to enshrine the G20 as the world’s economic steering committee both mark a profound shift in the global power balance.“Theold system of international economic co-operation is over. The new system, as of today, has begun,” British Prime Minister Gordon Brown Note:declared.We are not investment advisors and present this information to assist you in your due diligence when reviewing your investment portfolio.

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Page 26 info@eastalgarvemag.com Moon power PENGUINAIRCON COM Av. Eng Duarte Pacheco 222 , 8135-104 Almancil, Algarve Tel: 289 092 595 Fax: 289 392 660 Air Conditioning Pool Heating Underfloor Heating Heat Pumps Solar Water Heating All Algarve covered! Environment Urb. Parque da Azinheira, Lote 3, R/C Dto, 8150-054, São Brás de Alportel Tlm. : +351 965 059 203 h: +351 912 230 676 Tel/Fax : +351 289 845 385 email: www.harmoclima.ptharmoclima@sapo.pt Solar CentralHeatAir-conditioningsystemspumpsheatingUnderﬂoorheating Central WindSwimmingGeneralsystemsvacuumplumbingpoolsgenerators ENGLISH SPEAKING SPECIALISTS IN We have seen wind farms and Solar panel arrays that generate electricity and many of us use solar tubes and heat pumps in our homes, but MOON POWER??? Yes, of course, the moon is the major contributor to tidal movement in the oceans and the rise and fall of the waves can deliver massive resources of power. You’ve seen pictures of waves throwing 1,000 ton vessels about. Tidal wave energy, ocean energy and other forms of wave power technologies are becoming increasingly popular as potential sources of alternative energy. Today we take a look at the Swell Fuel “Lever Operated Pivoting Float” electricity generating buoys with our wave energy converters are available in 1000 watt and 5000 watt sizes. This system is used to generate electricity that is sent to shore via marine grade electrical cable or used to supply power to marine based electrical equipment. We were thinking that a 5kW energy source ﬂoating around would be a godsend to the many yachts and cruisers in the region. We’d like to hear your ideas about similar systems and their use. (The Swell Fuel “Lever Operated Pivoting Float” electricity generating buoy is not a Coast Guard approved device and is not intended for use on commercial waterways) Ocean Energy Converters Generate Electricity using Moon Power! Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 26 2/10/09 11:45:10

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Beginning in 2009, in a stunning about-face, the central government removed all restrictions and is actively pushing folks to buy precious metals and letting the public know just how easy it is to purchase Gold and Silver as an investment. Why? In my opinion, China believes that there is going to be a major upset in the current world financial system which will remove the US$ as the Reserve Currency. Many commodities can only be purchased internationally using US$. The US (and the UK£ by the way) has abused this powerful fact to print more $ than the balance of trade can systemically support and the Chinese believe that the value of the $ will be inflated away to reduce the incurred debts. China’s central bank reserves are overloaded with US$ which are at risk of collapsing in value. What to do? I can envisage a situation not too far down the road where the value of the dollar crashes and the westerners holding them can’t repay their already burdensome debt. On the other hand, even a Chinese Peasant holding 1 ounce of re-valued Precious Metals and with zero debt will find that they are relatively rich. Boot.......Foot!!! This will boost internal trade within China so that they are not dependent on the USA buying their products. QED. If the 20th Century belonged to the USA, then the 21st Century appears to be heading for China.

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China saw countries and their citizens all loaded with debt and secretly fortiﬁed their reserves with commodities, and now she is subtly protecting her citizens. As China urges her citizens to buy Gold and Silver, we look at the underlying fundamentals: As recently as 2002, the private ownership of gold was prohibited in China. You could be jailed if caught with any in your possession.

Quantitative Easing!!! What in the world does that mean; we read it everywhere. It’s Banker speak for Printing more money out of thin air. Jim Sinclair says that we are in the age of MOPE (Management Of Perspective Eco nomics). Now that I understand – it means that the Cen tral Banks have tried every tool that they have and they failed; now they have to resort to lying. Green shoots, No!! I say “No green shoots without Gold Roots”. Well this is your platform for voicing your opinion, so send your diatribe to rebasse@aol.com for inclusion in this section.

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PREPARATION: Start by cutting the codfish into small pieces, clean the shrimps then cook. Place the onions in a casserole dish with the olive oil, and fry until the onions become translucent. Add the codfish, pepper, chopped spinach and the shrimps, and cook. Prepare the bechamel sauce with the milk and the flour and mix in with the codfish. Cut a square of the pastry, bake in the oven until it’s cooked, and stuff with the prepared codfish and Decoratespinach. parsley and shrimps. of Codfish with 1kg Codfish 500g Oil puff pastry

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Page mesa do cume TABLE ON THE TOP Alcaria do Cume, RN 397, Tavira - Cachopo • Phone: 281326144 / 91 2725745 "Highly Restaurantrecommended" 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 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 TVAvailablewww.beiroriotavira.com TandooriMAHARAJAPATIALARestaurant S ÃO BR Á S Rua Dr. Jose Dias Sancho No118, 8150-141São Brás de Alportel Tel 289 842 474 MONTE GORDO Rua Goncalo Velho, Edeficio Arcada, Bloco 1 Loja 2, Monte Gordo 8900 Tel 281 543 206 • Fully Air conditioned • TAKE AWAY AVAILABLE Open 11.30-3pm 5.30pm-Midnight 10% OFF WITH THIS AD Eastalgarve_Issue10.indd 30 2/10/09 11:50:06

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TYPES OF ROSES Floribunda Make any landscape designs stand out with the most colourful of rose types. Developed during the last century, these bushy shrubs have the large, showy blossoms of the hybrid teas, but bloom more freely, setting clusters of three to fifteen blossoms rather than a single bloom on a stem. Floribundas are versatile; an individual shrub will fit easily into almost any sunny border planting. However, they are perhaps most striking in mass plantings. Hybrid Tea One of the most popular rose types, these are tall, long-stemmed roses ideal for cutting--the roses you usually see at the florist. The flowers are usually borne singly, one to a stem, rather than in clusters. Blooms have a high-center point. In the garden they are often featured as single specimens or in a traditional rose cutting garden. Many varieties reveal a beautiful rose fragrance Grandiflora A grandiflora is a cross between a floribunda and a hybrid tea. Grandifloras are tall elegant plants which bloom repeatedly during the season, and generally feature classic hybrid tea flower clusters with stems which are slightly shorter than those Traditionally thought of as a very English plant, with the right choice and care we all can enjoy the beauty of roses. Ryouroses

Hot, hazy and humid describes much of the year in this region, where roses commence their ﬁrst peak of bloom by Mother’s Day, then continue budding out and blooming through December, and while most of the rain comes during winter and early spring occasional thunderstorms can be seen in summer. The soil may be acidic or sandy: amending with lime helps balance the pH, while compost provides nutrients and improves drainage. The best roses are heat tolerant and resist black spot: new roses often offer improved repeat blooming as well. Growing roses requires no gardening skills or experience. Essentially, there are three easy steps: 1 Choose the right rose for your space 2 Plant your rose where it will get at least six hours of sun each day 3 Water regularly Voila - your roses are off to a healthy start. Here are more details to ensure a summer full of rose blooms.

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Page 32 info@eastalgarvemag.com COUNTR �� Mark O’Shaughnessy �� of hybrid teas. This rose grows up to six feet tall. Shrub & Landscape These roses have changed the way many people view roses. Shrub roses, especially when compared with traditional varieties, are impressive for many reasons: their natural disease-resistance, their willingness to grow in a variety of climates with a minimum of attention from the gardener, their compact growth habit (very little pruning required), not to mention the great beauty of their flowers, which are borne consistently over a very long Comingseason. in all shapes and sizes, shrub and landscape roses work well in any landscape. Landscape roses grow close to the ground, like ground cover, and have a very spreading habit. Climber Climbing roses help dress up any garden. They produce long, arching canes with numerous flowers that can be trained to a trellis, fence, or other supporting structure. Grow them up and over an arching trellis to make a striking entryway; train them up a lattice to adorn a plain wall. Miniature Perfection on this scale can’t fail to captivate! Miniature roses are the smallest of rose plants, growing anywhere from six inches to two feet tall. This rose type is hardy, flowers continuously and is perfect for container rose gardening, make lovely borders, and solve the space problem for those with a small yard or balcony. Miniatures are grown on their own root.

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•Hampshire PGA Captain & County Coach. •9 Course records in Competition.

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Hole 14 is a short dogleg right par 4, 321metres with the second shot played over a large lake.

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•Hampshire Open champion (2) Strokeplay Champion (2).

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Only 321mts the tee shot is best to be centre of the fairway between the left hand bunker and the edge of the lake on your right at about 150 mts, leaving the second shot of a short iron over the lake to the green. A drop zone is available if the ball goes in the water, which is 113mts to the green. This hole can spoil many a good round, surprisingly a bogey hole for me!!! Good Luck.

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The refurbished José Arcanjo Stadium in Olhão was ofﬁcially opened by President Isodoro Sousa & Camara President Francisco Leal before an inaugural friendly against Belenenses from Lisbon. €1million has been invested in a facility that will enhance the town and complement the new marina development. The perimeter fencing has been removed, new seating installed and new stands constructed to increase the capacity to 12,000.

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The following week fans starting arriving at the José Arcanjo Stadium, Olhão three hours before kick-off to soak up the atmosphere as Olhanense prepared to entertain Acadé mica from Coimbra. Little did they realise what was in store for them!. Midfield dynamo Castro opened the scoring for the home side after just 60 seconds. Eight minutes later their joy turned to despondency as the home side was reduced to 10 men when Carlos Fernandes was sent-off. Acadé mica drew level midway through the first half. Ukra then weaved his way into the box and set-up Toy to give Olhanense a 21 lead. On the hour mark there was further disbelief for Olhanense supporters when Rui Baião was dismissed for an innocuous challenge. Down to nine men the team were roared on by the crowd of over 5,000. With the final whistle fast approaching the ground reverberated to a frenzy of singing & chanting that would not have been out of place at the ‘Last Night of the Proms’!

NINE MAN OLHANENSE HOLD OUT FOR VICTORY

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September was a month of highs and lows for the Algarve’s newly promoted SuperLiga team. Chris Wright keeps us updated. monthrollercoasterforOlhanense Sport

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Sporting Braga came to Olhão with a 100% record and when Olhanense goalkeeper Ventura was sent off a minute before the interval it looked like curtains for the home side. Tavira born Bruno Verissimo came on for his ﬁrst start of this season and saw the resulting penalty sail over the bar. Once again the home side battled tirelessly as Jorge Costa’s young team repelled Braga’s attacks but with virtually the last kick of the game Alan scored to give Braga an undeserved victory.

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Wanted Long Term Let in the Vila Real de Santo Antonio area, from Oct/Nov 09, Min 2 beds/2 baths, with garage space or similar for storage. Would also like some outside space Contact: Emma 912 060 504 Motivated sales person wanted. Own transport essential. Swimming pool related accessories. Call Angie 967 FOR SALE

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