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FOOD & DRINK 41 Recipe by Sahan Restaurant FUN & GAMES 48 Puzzle Corner 52 Entering Fatherhood Without a Map SPORT 54 Loughton Fencing Club

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Welcome to the June issue and a Happy Father’s Day to all the fellow Dads out there! Take a look at our gift guide for some local events suited to every interest, from the adrenaline junkie to car enthusiast and grab some gift inspiration without a pair of socks in sight.

There has been a lot going on recently so we have doubled the size of our local news section to give you all the latest stories and our charity feature is back with St Clare Hospice taking centre stage.

Our partners Abbotts Travel talk about another must see destination in our travel feature, this month travelling to Cambodia, full of culture and history.

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For many of us living a greener life is something we aspire to. We know that our planet is in danger. We know that something must be done and it must be done soon or our grandchildren will face potentially catastrophic consequences.

Our intentions to live greener are often thwarted by the demands of our day; the school run, getting to work on time and the weekly supermarket trip all usually require motorisation. The suck, squeeze, bang and blow of the four-stroke engine are mighty convenient. This convenience we deem as essential rather than a privilege and our green aspirations are valet-parked whilst we dash around the planet as efficiently as possible.

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SLIMMING SENSATION BRINGS SLIMMING WORLD TO EPPING On Thursday 4th June, local slimming sensation Kelly Harris will be relaunching the Slimming World group in Epping at Quakers Meeting Hall, Hemnall Street at 5.30pm and 7.30pm.

Kelly reached her own target last summer with the help of her warm and friendly group. “It’s a great evening out, no one is judged or humiliated and members can choose their own target weight. On this plan, you can still eat all your favourite foods such as a roast or barbeque with a glass of wine or two and never go hungry.

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For further information, please contact Kelly on 07817 223042 or Facebook: Slimming World Epping.

BLOSSOMS ACADEMY OPENING DAY

On Saturday 25th April Blossoms Academy in Forest Gate held an open day to showcase the new nursery to the community with the support of Dan Osborne, star of ‘The Only Way Is Essex’. Dan attended the event and performed the ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the nursery.

Local families also attended the day to tour the excellent new facilities with the children taking part in various activities. The Ofsted registered nursery includes a large garden area as well as fun and inviting playrooms where children can play and learn in a caring environment.

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by Bobbi Chana and Johanne Emmanuel, who already own the very popular Blossoms Nursery in Epping, which will be celebrating its 4th birthday later this year.

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excited for the opening of Blossoms Academy and even Dan Osborne joined us to cut the ribbon!

“We are opening up opportunities for all and look forward to building a new family with our staff, children and parents alike.”

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LOCAL NEWS STUDENTS ‘STAND & DELIVER’

A dozen students from Loughton’s Epping Forest College, took to the stage for their first public performances last month.

The boys and girls aged between 16 and 19 formed 2 bands and 2 acoustic acts to play at ‘Stand & Deliver’, Loughton’s acoustic ‘open mic’ club which is based at The Royal British Legion club in Church Hill.

Club organiser Roy Tyzack told us, “I was approached by teaching staff from the college who explained that the students needed to perform in public as part of their course work and we were the perfect choice of venue.” He added “They had an audience of around 50 people to perform in front of and they did a great job”.

The two bands were named ‘Confetti’ Confetti and ‘100’ and the two acoustic acts were ‘The Dolls’ and ‘Down, Not Out’ and each got a great reception from the enthusiastic audience.

Music tutor Marc Oliver from Epping Forest College said “The students are all part of the level 2 music cohort. This venue was perfect and they all very much enjoyed the experience of live performance in front of an audience which included some of their parents.”

The evening also featured Loughton musician and former Davenant pupil Matthew Shepherd who’s professionally produced album ‘Top Of The Tree’ will be released on June 27th following a launch party at the Loughton Club in Station Road.

Mr Tyzack said, “I am already working on the line up for Tuesday June 9th and we are going to have some great acts” he added “Doors open at 7.30pm Matthew and it’s £3 to get in”. The club has a licensed bar and food is available.

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CHIGWELL SCHOOL’S DIRECTOR OF MUSIC SET FOR CHARITY BIKE CHALLENGE

The Director of Music at Chigwell School will be taking to his bicycle to raise money for the Lifebox Charity.

Howard Ebden said: “Every year 2,000 to 3,000 old minis drive from Crystal Palace to Brighton along the old A23. It is a great fun spectacle with many camping the night before in Crystal Palace and ending on the promenade at Brighton with a lot of Howard Ebden activities and food stalls.

“I am going to be chasing the environmentminis on bicycle from London to appropriate equipment and Brighton!” education to hospitals around the His latest fundraising venture world where surgery takes place follows the successful fundraising without essential monitoring and efforts of the school’s Chapel Choir safety checks. which has raised £45,000, some Mr Ebden added: “Any money I £4,500 of which has gone to the raise will be making an immediate Lifebox charity which distributes difference to the safety of surgical

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care in countries where life-saving operations all too often become life-threatening.”

For more information about the charity visit www.lifebox.org.

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LOCAL STUDENTS PRESENT WORK AT BFI SOUTHBANK Students from Seven Kings High School, Woodbridge High School and Redbridge College presented their work at BFI Southbank on 8th May as part of a celebration of youth media produced as part of Adobe Youth Voices. From Seven Kings High School Labib Hassian and Oludamola Ayeni introduced the work produced over the past year by the Year 12 students. From Woodbridge High School Laura Darker and Freddie Lee introduced the work produced over the past year by the Year 8 students aged 13. Lauren Hodge, Hasnat Raza, Liam Phelan, Hunnana Tariq and Nazlin Herbert introduced the work produced over the past year by the Music Students and Media Students aged 16 - 18.

The students have participated in a global programme empowering young people to voice their opinions on global issues. This year students’ media has tackled a wide range of subjects including climate change, cyber-bullying and ethical fashion.

Adobe Youth Voices is delivered by Eastside Educational Trust in the UK and the AYV Co-ordinator explains more:

Avon House School, Woodford Green, is raising money to help the people of Nepal following the two recent earthquakes.

The school had planned to raise £500 at its fundraising day on May 13th but managed to raise £700 with a non-uniform day and a bucket collection.

The money will help many families who have lost their homes and suffered in the earthquakes.

Just £35 will buy a tent, food, clothes and toothbrushes for a family of four.

“AYV is powerful because we are able to support teachers and educators to develop their skills by working with industry professionals and harness this to young people’s desire to make their voices heard. AYV Live! at the BFI Southbank is a wonderful showcase of young people’s burgeoning creative confidence. Making media in a meaningful way and having your work reach an audience is not always easy but we’re so impressed with the work showcased at AYV Live! which shows energy, enthusiasm and spirit.”

After the event Nazlin Herbert commented “I really enjoyed taking part in Adobe Youth Voices and it was an amazing opportunity to present my work as well as perform to such a big audience! Seeing it shown on the screen at the BFI has made me want to make more films and music videos, and also to get them shown.”

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WAYS TO MAKE YOUR BLOW DRY LAST So... you’ve just had your weekly in salon blow dry, only for it to last a day or 2 and you’re in desperate need for the next available hair appointment...

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ot this time! Bobbie, Manager of Finesse Hair & Beauty in Chingford has the tips and tricks to keep your smooth locks in place for longer. All the below products are available at Finesse.

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Regular treatments and trims Having regular treatments and trims help keep your hair at its healthiest and therefore keeps split ends away. Your blow dry will last longer if your hair is healthy and smooth.

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Invest in a dry shampoo The quickest and cheapest way to give your hair an extra bit of volume and get an extra day out of your blow dry.

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Lisap ultimate plus A straightening fluid enriched with keratin and Ceramide A2. It reduces frizz and protects the hair from humidity, and as a bonus, it gives extreme heat protection when straightening with irons.

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Keratin blow out For those who need something more semi permanent, you could opt for a Keratin blow out. This will help by smoothing out 95% of frizz and kinks. This will help make your regular blow dry last longer and you will find that your hair takes much less time to blow dry. It will last in your hair for 6 to 8 weeks.

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Protect your hair against humidity If you think only using a plastic cap is going to protect against shower frizz, think again as this can actually cause humidity. As well as a shower cap try wrapping a towel around your head to keep the moisture out. These easy wrap towels from Matalan do the trick for just £5.

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With the thought of bearing all on the beach, many of us will be looking to improve our figures and get fit; we have the perfect solution for you! Now is the perfect time of year for the outdoor training Essex Boot Camp has to offer.

What to expect: Sessions are extremely varied, incorporating team work, task orientated games, body weight training, Calisthenics, HIIT, kettle bell work outs, strength and power based sessions and sprint training to name but a few!

Highly trained instructors ensure that sessions stay fresh and challenging every time - you will certainly be put through your paces!

The benefits: There is no doubt that you will see results. The extensive benefits include improving general levels of fitness and wellbeing, cutting body fat for a leaner look, increasing strength, increasing speed endurance and for all round weight loss; be prepared to get in serious shape!

You will also be sure to meet like-minded people who will encourage and motivate you to achieve your goals!

EBC sessions: Our sessions are underpinned with strong psychological undercurrents, parts of which were taken from the ‘Royal Marine Training School’, in essence the mind-set first approach, which was scaled to make it fit for public consumption and to maximise members levels of motivation and effort.

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The type of training that we employ at EBC will deliver results, whether it’s a solution for general levels of fitness and wellbeing, cutting body fat, strength endurance, speed endurance or just profile change and weight loss, what we offer is a very versatile medium to get yourself in serious shape.

Another huge benefit is the dynamic of working out in a group of likeminded people who encourage and motivate each other, the EBC community will be seen at a host of adventure races this year often 100 members strong, getting muddy and achieving goals.

Most people need two sets of motivation when considering a work out, the first is to get you to the gym, the second is to actually do the workout at the correct level! Sound familiar? Come and try EBC all you have to do is turn up we do the rest...

You don’t have to be fit to come and train with EBC, you come to us to get fit!

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TREND ON

Fishpools’ interior designer Katie Watson rounds up some of this summer’s hottest trends for your home and garden

BLUE

Shades of blue have become synonymous with summer style and there are heaps of great ways to incorporate them into your home.

The classic combination of blue and white is timeless and can be used to create a fresh look with a touch of Riviera-style glamour.

For a bolder statement, azure shades work brilliantly when paired with primary colours such as yellow or red and will provide any interior scheme with a stylish update that’s bright and playful. A large piece of furniture like a display cabinet or sideboard in a blue shade is perfect for creating a focal-point. It’s best to restrict your palette to no more than three colours, as this helps to ensure a space is well-balanced and avoids a room feeling overpowered by these colour groupings.

Introducing blue in smaller accents through decorative homewares such as plates, bowls and mugs will work equally well. Fishpools’ new Royal Doulton Pacific collection has a gorgeous summer vibe and its mix of geometric and painterly patterns will give your home a fresh, Mediterranean look.

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BOTANICAL GREENS

From soft sage to rich forest green, botanical shades are everywhere this season and can be used to create a number of fresh looks that’ll lift the look of your home.

Leafy prints are a great place to start and will immediately add a sense of adventure to any décor scheme. Mixing and matching a variety of patterns and textures will ensure your space is tactile and visually interesting, while plants with plenty of foliage will introduce a horticultural touch.

Wallpaper is a quick and easy way to make an impact and can be used as extensively as you wish. Fishpools has a stunning array of wallpapers from top brands such as Sanderson, Harlequin and Designers Guild, all of which offer many a botanical pattern to set your theme.

If you love a Scandinavian vibe for your home, a white back drop will temper rich green hues perfectly whilst providing enough of a contrast to make an impact. Alternatively, a darker shade of paint or wallpaper design supplemented with a few gold accents can be used for a more formal setting.

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Above: Genoa 2.5m parasol in orange and 3m parasol in blue.

Below Left: Kartell Lulu Ghost children’s chair in blue. Below Right: Savona lounger in turquiose.

GROWN UP PASTELS

While pastel shades are often our ‘go to’ look for spring and summer, there’s a new palette on the scene that’s captured our attention.

Featuring a range of darker, earthy shades this grown up colour collection offers a sophisticated take on the pastel look that’s cooler than ever before.

Closely linked to the trend for all things natural, these shades can be paired beautifully with rustic or textured finishes in the form of wood and stone. For those looking for something a little bolder try introducing a metallic accent such as copper or brass. This will lift the colours without making them look too gaudy.

Replacing your chairs is one of the easiest ways to refresh your scheme with pastel hues.

Swap tired designs for on trend styles like Fishpools’ Lexington Button Back Dining Chair, making sure to mix different materials and textures to create a covetable contrast at the table.

Comfort is also key, so opt for a shape that provides just as much support as it does panache.

TROPICAL GARDENS

This season’s tropical trend has also found its way into our gardens, with bold and bright accessories leading the way. From jewel-hued cushions to colour pop parasols, these fun additions are a great way to add character and style to alfresco spaces. They can also be mixed and matched with ease.

When it comes to choosing a colour palette, with an out-door space you can afford to be brave so don’t be afraid to introduce rich shades. They’ll immediately establish a tropical feel and will be complemented by a garden’s flowers and foliage.

Try to limit your tropical theme to one or two ‘key’ colours; this will help to create consistency and tie your look together. Smaller splashes of accent colours can then be built up around them to add variation.

In addition to accessories, painted or tiled outdoor walls are also a fabulous way to inject a touch of tropical that will last all year round. Planters filled with jungle-style flowers can also be used to break up large spaces and create an eye-catching display.

Tel: 01992 63 64 65, www.fishpools.co.uk

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Rosa ‘Albertine’

WILDLIFE WATCH

GARDENING

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The hummingbird hawkmoth has greyish-brown forewings, bright orange hindwings and a greyish body with a broad, black and white ‘tail’. Its flight is a distinguishing feature: it can be seen hovering over flowers, feeding with its long proboscis.

It flutters its wings so quickly that it can appear orange as it flashes its hindwings and makes an audible hum.

WITH VICTORIA ROBERTSON

A seasonal guide to help you get the most out of your garden.

ummertime in the garden is now officially here!

These longer, warmer, lighter nights now give us much more time to spend in the garden.

You will notice this month many roses are now out in full bloom. The scented varieties are filling the air with such a beautiful aroma too. Rosa ‘Albertine’ is not just a fast-growing variety.

It has such a fabulous fragrance and light salmonpink double roses, on reddish-green stems. This vigorous rambling rose is perfect for training over an arch or pergola or on a large sunny wall. Begin removing any flower heads that fade this will not only keep your plants looking good but by regularly doing this it will also encourage more blooms too. Achillea

Summer Berries is a fabulous mixture of red, cerise, pink and pastel shades. This hardy perennial

Achillea Summer Berries

will flower throughout the summer months and makes an excellent cut flower too.

It produces wonderful fern like foliage with a beautiful blend of flat top flowers.

HOUSEPLANT CARE:

Don’t neglect your houseplants in June. They will also need your special care and attention. _ Add some soluble

houseplant food to your watering can weekly. _ When the outside temperature rises, the plants inside will also need more water. _ Indoor Azaleas can be PESTS AND pruned back to half their size after flowering and DISEASE planted out in a sunny spot Greenflies are tiny insects in the garden. that don’t fly and they _ Amaryllis need are usually green (hence to be watered hard to see among regularly, even foliage). They feed by after flowering. sucking sap, so they _ Houseplants can spread viruses from like Arum need a plant to plant. They resting period can often be seen on after flowering. roses, young vegetables, During this period they bedding plants and fruit will need less water. trees. A strong spray of By amenity water from a hose will horticulturalist & knock many off the plant. gardening committee It also rinses off some of member of Copped the honeydew. Spray Hall and Epping Amaryllis the plant with the hose Horticultural Society every day until the plant Victoria Robertson is greenfly free.

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CAMBODIA COLONIAL

A country rich in culture, beauty, history and heritage, Cambodia truly enchants.

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ituated between Laos and Vietnam, bordered by Thailand and framed by the Mekong River - it is a fusion of Asia’s most fascinating regions.

The country’s historical past is present everywhere, with the vast beauty of Angkor’s temples, Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace and the humbling Killing Fields. For those who want to explore the bustling cities, Siem Reap and the capital, Phnom Penh both offer a sensory experience of sights, sounds and scenery to be discovered; and sun worshippers will

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be more than comfortable at any of the beautiful beach resorts found to the south of this amazing country.

Evidence of French colonialism can be seen in Phnom Penh, where broad tree-lined boulevards and colonial architecture skirt the colourful markets, bustling riverfront and roadsides teeming with food vendors and cafes.

The Khmer Empire’s legacy is the highlight of any visit, most notably the incredible temple complex of Angkor, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Superbly preserved, the centrepiece Angkor Wat was built to replicate the heavens on Earth and is the world’s largest religious monument. Gateway to the temples is the former backwater town of Siem Reap, a lively city with sophisticated restaurants, bars and shops.

Nearby is a string of floating villages and stilted houses on Tonlé Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. Join a cruise and glimpse fishermen at work, children playing by the shore and the wide variety of colourful birds, wildlife and plants that inhabit the mangroves.

Then comes Battambang, Cambodia’s second largest city, which has remained relatively undeveloped. Known for its striking colonial architecture and contemporary arts scene, it’s also the departure point of the Bamboo “Train”. Set up by villagers to transport themselves and their goods, join this very basic vehicle for a highly recommended short journey through beautiful

Sokha Beach

landscapes and rice paddies to a local village.

What better way to conclude an exhilarating tour of cultural delights than with time to unwind on the southern shores? Anyone looking for a truly private, tranquil beach experience can find it on the pristine white sands of Song Saa; a private island located just 30 minutes away by speedboat from Sihanoukville.

The 5* Song Saa private island sits within the untouched archipelago of Koh Rong, spanning the islands of Koh Ouen and Koh Bong.

This premium all-inclusive resort is connected by a footbridge running over a marine reserve to preserve the reef below. Guests can relax in their own beautiful villa (complete with private

TRAVEL CAMBODIA

Phnom Penh Royal Palace

plunge pool) and enjoy a sunset cocktail, a romantic picnic on the beach or a fine dining experience in the world-class overwater restaurant.

Alternatively, the 5* boutique Knai Bang Chatt can be found secluded within the beach resort of Kep, just a 10 minute stroll from the small fishing village. Kep was once the beach destination of choice for Cambodian high-society, French Colonials and the country’s former King; and with beautiful surroundings framing this tranquil, relaxing region, it’s not hard to see why. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, yoga and meditation, take a dip in the saltwater infinity pool, join in with the sailing club or unwind in the library at Knai Bang Chatt - relaxation is key to an indulgent stay at this wonderful lifestyle resort.

The lively resort of Sihanoukville should not be forgotten, and is easily accessible from Siem Reap by air or from Phnom Penh by road. Surrounded by tropical beaches and undeveloped islands it offers something for all tastes, and the 4* Sokha Beach Resort is the ideal choice here. Featuring low-rise, elegant Khmer style architecture crafted in wood and stone, all within a short drive of the centre of Sihanoukville.

Eating is sure to be a significant highlight of any holiday here, as Khmer cuisine draws heavily on food from other Asian countries, especially Thailand and China. Most meals are rice based and whilst not particularly spicy, the cuisine is

HOW TO SEE IT:

Choose to explore this beautiful country with a Colonial Cambodia tour from £1,999pp. A privately escorted tour, your guide will escort you by air-conditioned car through the resorts and cities of Siem Reap, Battambang, Phnom Penh and Kep. This offer is based on two adults sharing, and includes international flights, private transfers between hotels, accommodation including breakfast throughout, 7 lunches, 6 dinners, sightseeing, the private services of an English-speaking guide and entrance fees to all main sights (based on travel during November 2015). often delicately flavoured with herbs such as lemongrass and coriander.

Noodle shops, restaurants and the ubiquitous hawker stalls abound in the towns and cities along with international fare aimed towards tourists. Phnom Penh and Siem Reap have a good range of upscale restaurants including French, Italian, Indian and Thai; while in more rural areas the choice of where to dine is slightly more restricted.

Cooking classes take place in many hotels and resorts, which gives you the chance to learn local dishes and recreate the flavours of your holiday at home.

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Enhance your tailor-made Far East holiday with a three-night stay in Siem Reap from just £249pp; including 4* accommodation, private transfers to and from your hotel, sightseeing of the Angkor temples and services of an Englishspeaking guide. This offer is based on two adults sharing, and is valid for travel until December 2015 (flights not included).

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INTER-CONTINENTAL GROCERIES • FRESH FRUIT & VEGETABLES • FRESH HALAL • BUTCHERS

Kashmir Food Store was established In 1973 by two brothers namely Mr Sharif & Mr. Rafiq. The store was set up to fulfil ever increasing demand from the asian community which was migrating to Ilford.

We are an Asian grocer’s and have an extensive range of ethnic spices, vegetables, meats, snacks, flours, rice and Halal sweets. We have various sources such as Peri Peri and Encona. The business specialised In Halal Meat & Asian groceries.

The demand for Halal Meat & Asian groceries established the business from a single Shop to a large supermarket, however the business kept to Its core principles of offering the best quality products at great value whilst still offering a personal service.

After 35 years the business is now run by the next generation bringing new & dynamic ideas to the business.

Friendly and experienced onsite butchers in each store

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705-707 Canbrook Road, Gants Hill. Ilford, Essex IG2 6RJ

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Kashmir Food Store prides itself with the quality of our meats and poultry. Having used the same suppliers for many years the meat is guaranteed to be of the highest standard. Sheep and Lamb are chosen prior to delivery making them as fresh as you can get.

Meat available: Lamb chops, Beef Mince, Boneless Chicken, Baby Chicken and much more...

Frozen Food

We are specialists in Asian and non Asian frozen food and fish. We stock Bangladeshi Fish, Prawns and King Prawns. The non Asian food include frozen veg, burgers, pizzas, garlic bread and much more. There is also Shan Parathas, Samosa Pads, frozen ready meals and pies. Large selection of Indian Pickles, snacks and drinks from the well known to more exotic.

Fruits

Mangoes, Lychees, Strawberries, Passion Fruit, Bananas, Galia Melon, Plums, Oranges, Kiwi, Raspberries, Blueberries, Water Melon, Apples, Pears, Satsumas and much more...

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Vegetables

Drum Sticks, Aubergines, Okra, Tindora, Karela, Bangla pan, Scotch Bonnet pepper, Jackfruits, Peppers, Kudoo, Guwar, Curry leaves, Bullet chillies and much more...

We stock a large variety of vegetables produced all over the world. We aim to please all palates with our exotic veg which are colourful and appealing to the eye

Lentils, Nuts & Spices

We stock hundreds of spices from different brands Paprika, Chilli powder, Jeera, Black mustard seeds, Fenugreek seeds, Cloves, Black pepper, Coriander, Tumeric powder, Panchi Puran and much more....

020 8500 4951

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FOOD & DRINK SAHAN RESTAURANT

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Deniz Devra

ahan Restaurant is a large, modern Turkish restaurant in Ilford. They have been open for two and a half years and have become very popular with the local community for their authentic dishes prepared using traditional family recipes.

Head chef Deniz Devran has 20 years experience as a chef. He said, “We make fresh healthy food prepared every day with passion.” Here he shows us how to make sac tava...

INGREDIENTS H White rice H 1 tomato H 1 green pepper

SAC TAVA

Marinated lamb cooked with tomato and onions and prepared in an earthen clay pot.

By Sahan Restaurant

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H 1 onion lamb joint H 1 shoulder of H Vegetable oil H Salt H Tomato puree H White pepper er H Red chilli powd

H Water H Oregano butter H Half a pack of eetcorn H Precooked sw Method For the lamb: 1. Cut the lamb into small pieces and marinade in 50ml salt, 150ml vegetable oil and 2 soup spoons of tomato puree per 1kg of meat and leave overnight in the fridge.

2. The next day put frying

pan on a medium - high heat with dash of oil and add the lamb, half of the onion sliced and one full green pepper sliced.

3. Cook for 2-3 minutes, shaking the pan throughout.

4. Add one sliced tomato, half teaspoon oregano, half teaspoon salt, half teaspoon white pepper and half teaspoon red chilli powder.

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5. Cook for a further 5 minutes whilst shaking the pan then take off the heat ready to serve.

For the rice: 1. Add 100gs of butter and 2 glasses of rice to a frying pan and leave for 2 minutes.

2. Add 4 glasses of water and cook on full heat until boiling.

3. Once boiled add

a handful of cooked sweetcorn then leave on half heat for 10 minutes or until rice is cooked through and serve on top of lamb.

Sahan Restaurant Unit 3, I-scene Complex Clements Road Ilford, IG1 1BP Tel: 0208 514 2230 www.sahanrestaurant. co.uk

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WHEN: Every Monday & Thursday, 10am-1pm WHAT: Daytime Social Badminton No strings badminton is a refreshingly new badminton iniative that makes it extremely easy for you to grab a racket, rally around friends and head on court for action. For ages 40+, £5.65, no booking required.

WHERE: Redbridge Sports & Leisure Centre, High Road, Ilford

WHEN: Every Saturday (term time only), 2pm-3.30pm WHAT: Homework Help Club - Come to the library to concentrate on your homework and receive help if you get stuck. For ages 7-13 years.

WHERE: Goodmayes Library, 76 Goodmayes Lane, IG3 9QB WHEN: Thursday 4th - Saturday 6th June, 8pm WHAT: The Diary of Anne Frank Show by Frances Goodrich & Albert Hackett. This true story concerns the lives of a Jewish family hiding from the German occupying forces in wartorn Amsterdam. In her diary Anne recorded an account of the trials and tribulations of the people around her, all trying to live a normal life in cramped attic accommodation, whilst under the constant threat of discovery by the Gestapo. Tickets - £8.50, Box office - Mr and Mrs James - 01992 812250, www.theydondrama.org.

WHERE: Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, Essex WHEN: Saturday 6th June, 11am - 5pm WHAT: Guide Dogs Training School Annual Fun Day - There will be dog demonstrations, craft stalls, children’s activities, BBQ, refreshments, raffles, tombolas, and of course the opportunity to meet some of the wonderful 4 legged friends. Parking is at West Hatch High School IG7 5BT with shuttle buses to bring you to the site. Admission is £2.00 for adults, children are free. Sorry, Pet Dogs Not Allowed.

WHERE: Guide Dogs Training School, Findlay House, 7 Manor Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 8ER

WHEN: Wednesday 10 June, 1.15pm-4pm WHAT: Tea Dance - Shimmy and sway your way down to our Tea Dance! Dance the afternoon away with Mr. Wonderful in beautiful surroundings. Air conditioned hall and tea & biscuits provided.

Adults only, tickets £5 or £4 with Redbridge Leisure Pass.

WHERE: Sir James Hawkey Hall, Broomhill Road, Woodford, IG8 0BG th

WHEN: Sunday 21st June WHAT: North Weald Bus and Coach Rally - Buses and coaches on display along with a transport enthusiasts’ bazaar selling spare parts. Books, photographs and maps on sale. Special bus services link with Epping Station and the Epping - Ongar Railway. Real ale beer tent and full refreshment facilities. For more details email northwealdrally@btinternet.com.

WHERE: North Weald Airfield WHEN: Sunday 21st June, 2pm-5.30pm WHAT: Sunday Afternoon Tea Tea, coffee and homemade cakes, plus puddings on sale for Father’s Day and two walk-in concerts at 2.30pm and 4pm which are free with a retiring collection. For more information, ring Rev’d Gill Hopkins on 01992 760492.

WHERE: The Church of the Holy Innocents, High Beach WHEN: Saturday 27th June, 7.30pm WHAT: Valentine Singers - 1215 and all that - musings on the Magna Carta. Conductor: Christine Gwynn, Pianist: Tim Smith.

Featuring Gilbert & Sullivan Trial

by Jury and Vaughan Williams In Windsor Forest with music and readings in a lighter vein. Tickets: £12/£7 (students and benefit holders) or £14/£9 on the door.

Box Office: 020 8550 4657 or www.valentinesingers.org WHERE: St Mary’s Church, 207 High Road, South Woodford E18 2PA

WHEN: Saturday 27th June, 10am-4pm WHAT: Art Exhibition, Sale and Garden Party - Buckhurst Hill Community Association’s annual exhibition of work by its students in painting, drawing, printmaking, pottery, sculpture, needlecraft and china painting. Much of the work is for sale, and there will also be a sale of art books, and plant and bric-a-brac stalls. Live music and refreshments. Admission Free, donations welcomed. For more details, ring 020 8504 6668.

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his month we have been trying to push ahead with the potty training, I think I’ve finally got it under control so it was time to pass on my fatherly wisdom to the boy.

This didn’t go as well as planned, as he sat down, got stage fright, tensed up and nothing ‘flowed’.

The lad needed to calm down and relax so I picked him up for a soothing cuddle. This was a huge error on my part as he then relaxed everything and promptly covered me. I’m ashamed to say I fell for this 3 times on the first night, and twice on the second.

My dry cleaning bills were going through the roof and something had to change... the pee and poo cuddles stopped.

In better news his trampoline work is coming on superbly. Back drops, seat drops, front drops, and roly polys. The first roly poly wasn’t too successful though as he put his

“I started to wonder if we could power the house with him” head on the mat, raised his bottom into the air then proceeded to push from the legs, although instead of rotating himself over, he ended up pushing himself like a small human pyramid across the 14ft length of the mat. He stood up at the other end with his hair so statically charged it looked as though it was trying to run away from his head.

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The electric current he had built up was incredible, I started to wonder if we could power the house with him. I just stood there, watching him glow, whilst expecting him to offer me a bowl of ‘Ready Brek’ (one for the older readers).

He soon nailed the roly poly and then started to embark on a futile quest once the sun came out... attempting (and failing) to outrun his shadow, he spent the next 20 minutes trying to kick it off the trampoline, a brief success was given to him (as a cloud passed the sun) but this was short lived and the frantic kicking resumed once more.

In the shopping queue last week, he started calling me by my first name again, I politely grinned and bared it in front of the other shoppers who were starting to smirk, he then let rip with a rather large explosion in the nappy area and proceeded to yell “Daddy poo, Daddy poo!”. On one hand, I was pleased my name had reverted to ‘Daddy’ but it was the surname he’d given me that I was less enthused about. “Come on Son, let’s go” and we hurried to the changing room with him laughing.

I got there to find he’d actually produced nothing but methane and had just taken great delight in showing off his powers to the public, at the expense of my own embarrassment, cheers kid.

We decided a family day out was in order and went to a beautifully tranquil nature reserve (Rye Meads) and started to walk round peacefully, spotting the ducks, dragonflies, and various other birds and wildlife. Everything had been going great and I was a little taken aback at how calmly

he had strolled around, and how genuinely fascinated by the wildlife he was. His fascination boiled over into excitement on the final leg though. We approached the final marshy bank, where an elderly photographer with a camera so powerful it could take pictures of fleas on Neptune, was sat down, crouching, poised and ready for his shot. I had to do a double take

“He then let rip with a rather large explosion in the nappy area” to make sure he was not a statue, such was his dedicated poise.

Within seconds a graceful young duck, about 20 feet ahead, made its first flight into the air and I saw the photographer smile and go to take his long awaited photo. My sons joy at this moment made him yell “DUUUUCK!!!!” at the top of his lungs and point frantically at the little chick making its maiden flight.

The photographer (who hadn’t seen or heard us up to this point) very nearly dropped his camera and fell into the lake, juggling his equipment in the air with a mixture of fear, resentment and anger across his face. We scurried past him, but I could feel the glare of his eyes in my back as the duck flew above us all and out of shot. “Sorry!

Gotta run” I yelled, and the boy backed me up... “Daddy poooo!!”. ...TO BE CONTINUED

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CLUB FOCUS

LOUGHTON

FENCING CLUB K

By Ben Sneath

een fencer John Wood founded the Loughton Fencing Club in 1971. Wood’s daughter Elizabeth would later go on to represent Great Britain in the sport at the Los Angeles Olympics of 1984.

Loughton Hall on Rectory Green was the LFC’s first home, but in 2009 the club moved to the bigger and better facilities offered by the Debden Park High School on Willingale Road.

The club’s membership has fluctuated from 40 members and three coaches in its halcyon years to 17 members and one coach currently.

This rise and fall of interest is often down to the sport hitting the national consciousness during an Olympics or when movies featuring fencing, such as Zorro or the James Bond film Die Another Day, are released.

With only 10 adults and seven children the LFC’s small sections offer a great atmosphere for learning and fencers can develop skills quicker as they get more time with the coach.

The LFC attracts men and women, young and old. In fact, the ages range from children as young as 10 to the adults in their late 60s.

There’s a diverse membership and it’s trying to break the image fencing has as a sport only taught at private schools.

Both the children and adult sections meet on Wednesday evenings during the school term. Children from 7pm8.30pm and adults from 7.30pm-9pm.

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Each session starts with a warm up and foot exercises and then the fencers can challenge others in their group. The sessions overlap so the children can pick up new skills from the adults.

Putting them all through their paces is the Romanian international coach.

Having a professional coach means the club has insurance to cover its members.

The coach also helps members build up their British Fencing Association grades.

There’s no pressure to win competitions and chairman, Alan Hall feels the club is more sociable than competitive. There aren’t internal tournaments, but members are encouraged to compete with others and build up their experience.

The LFC does enter national competitions, however, and one of the highlights was its performance at the 2009 RCS Fencing Club Tournament - two club members came top of their categories.

People of all backgrounds and of all abilities are welcome at the LFC. Beginners can learn the basics of fencing from experienced members and the coach.

To encourage new members there’s a ‘two weeks free’ deal when they join, while they can also use the club’s kit to start with and work out if they enjoy it.

The sessions are priced at £10 for two hours. Not bad when you consider everything you get for it: learning a fun sport, getting fit, meeting new people and building your confidence.

For more information email Alan Hall at ahall@tcsmedia.com or visit www.loughtonfencingclub.co.uk

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