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FASHION 58 LADIES’ DAY HEALTH & BEAUTY 60 BE: FIT LONDON LANGLEY AUDIOLOGY CENTRE MR MICHAEL GAUNT PUT A SPRING IN YOUR STEP AND DETOX! SOUTH EAST HEARING CARE CENTRES HOUSE & GARDEN 70 THE BARN ORIGIN 3D FLOORING KELVIN FIREPLACES TANBY POOLS THE BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE CHRISTOPHER PEACOCK KITCHEN DESIGN OF SEVENOAKS? FOOD & DRINK 88 THE MANOR AT BICKLEY, BROMLEY FOODIES FESTIVAL AQUA BAR & GRILL, PETTS WOOD JOY KITCHEN
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On Tour with
BROMLEY HIGH Angela Drew, Headmistress Bromley High School
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It has been an exceptionally successful season for Bromley High’s multitudinous hockey and netball teams and the U12 and U13 squads celebrated with end of term tours to Holland and France.
he girls of Bromley High School had an unexpected encounter at the airport as they set off on their tour of Iceland. The genial sprint superstar Usain Bolt was happy to take time to chat and pose for selfies with the 48 GCSE and A level Geographers who were beginning the Easter holidays with a study tour of the dramatic Icelandic landscape which encompassed swimming in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon and encountering geysers, glaciers and waterfalls. Girls from Years 6, 7 and 8 have been been touring slightly closer to home over the past month. The Year 6 and 7 choir and orchestra enjoyed a very successful Music Tour of Normandy, singing in such beautiful venues as Bayeux Cathedral and finding plenty of time for practising their French in the local markets. The highlight of their repertoire was an acapella rendition of ‘Siyahamba’ (the Zulu version of ‘We are walking in the light of God’ which an anthem of the apartheid movement in South Africa) which they had sung to great acclaim at the Finals of the Girls’ Day School Trust Junior Choir Competition at The Cadogan Hall in March. It has been an exceptionally successful season for Bromley High’s multitudinous hockey and netball teams and the U12 and U13 squads celebrated with end of term tours to Holland and France. The hockey players fitted in an unfeasibly varied programme of sightseeing alongside a demanding schedule of matches against some of Holland’s most formidable young teams and some specialist training sessions where they picked up some new Dutch tips and techniques. Over Easter, 40 netballers are playing in a huge tournament at Disneyland Paris where they hope to have plenty of time to try out all the most adventurous rides as well as giving their all to the netball competition.
THE DETAILS Follow us on twitter @bromleyhs www.bromleyhigh.gdst.net admissions@bro.gdst.net
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MAYFIELD Expanding horizons beyond the core curriculum: a right not an expensive luxury
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ducation funding cuts are a hot areas of life, topic at the moment. It seems every helping them to time we look at the news, there are clarify their beliefs bleak headlines about the possibility and values. We live of Grammar Schools introducing meansin societies made up of tested fees, and tough decisions are being made real people, who have been shaped by past about which subjects state schools can afford events and individuals: communities follow to offer, and which they are being forced to traditions that have been passed down through drop. the generations, and every day we depend Heads are having to focus on the core on technologies, ideas and innovations that compulsory subjects with resources being have been developed, by other people, for us. directed towards Studying the humanities boosting league table teaches research At Mayfield School we also results. Of course and problem solving literacy, numeracy and skills, the capacity to strongly believe in the the sciences are vital, summarise and critique benefits of studying a but with access to the texts, and the ability to creative and performing clearly and creatively broad range of subjects. arts, languages and debate and present humanities becoming a information – skills lottery for many students across the country, that are extremely attractive to universities and we are on a dangerous path. employers, but should not be the sole reason Variety and choice within the curriculum for learning them. is fundamental to providing a thorough and Ever-increasing globalisation amplifies the balanced education that expands a child’s importance of studying languages. Proficiency horizons and produces young people with the in French, Spanish and the other modern resilience, confidence and integrity to navigate languages opens the door to living and working the challenges they face in the modern world. abroad, and to a plethora of careers across At Mayfield School we strongly believe in all sectors in multinational companies where the benefits of studying a broad range of language skills are required. However, it is subjects. The term ‘humanities’ provides a though the literature and art that one really clue as to the many rewards that studying begins to comprehend another culture: insight History, Geography, Philosophy, Psychology, into experiences and perspectives fosters R.S, Classics and Politics bring. These subjects understanding and tolerance. Even if students help our children to learn how to be human, choose to drop languages after their GCSEs, instilling an understanding of ethics, values they will have learnt the discipline, dedication and culture that is an essential element of and confidence required to communicate with education. other people (no matter how tentatively) and The humanities afford an opportunity for so to begin to build links and relationships students to develop their own considered that may be useful both professionally and opinions on some of the most important personally throughout their lives.
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At Mayfield we believe the creative and performing arts have an extremely positive impact on physical and mental well-being, inspiring pupils and allowing them to use their imaginations while they take a break from their academic pursuits. Whether a student intends to pursue music, drama, textiles, ceramics or art as a career, or whether it is just for fun and relaxation, it is vital these subjects are available to students at secondary level, and that they are encouraged to take part. Who knows where it may lead them? The more a curriculum is restricted, the more stifled creativity becomes and we risk depriving children of essential life skills, and of narrowing their horizons. The benefits of singing, playing music or performing on stage (no matter how nervewracking it may seem initially) are vast: from boosting self-confidence, to teaching the discipline that is required to learn lines or music. Commitment, attention to detail, critical analysis and patience are required to succeed. These skills are eminently transferrable and cross-curricular links between the arts and those subjects considered more traditionally academic are hugely valuable, not least in providing contextual detail and background information to enrich learning: the bigger picture! A future in which these subjects are not available to pupils is an alarming one, and one that many parents in the state sector are increasingly facing. We want our girls to leave Mayfield with an excellent understanding of the past, not least in how that informs the skills they need to thrive in the future as a proactive member of a modern society. Abstract and creative intellectual curiosity is important, but must be tempered by understanding of and compassion for themselves and others: that is exactly what we are giving them. In our increasingly global existence, this combination of skills couldn’t be more important, but cannot be measured by a written examination, or passively learnt! League tables, funding cuts and everchanging attainment goals have created an educational landscape in which the state sector is being directed to focus on the traditional ‘core’ subjects, to the disadvantage of those children and parents who are looking for a broader educational experience. Everyone should be able to benefit from an education that inspires creativity and critical thinking; that encourages commitment and self-confidence; that helps children learn about and prepare for the world around them. This is the educational experience that is a fundamental way of life to all of us at Mayfield. Antonia Beary is Headmistress at Mayfield School, a leading Catholic independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18. She is also currently Chair of CISC and Hon Sec of GSA. THE DETAILS For more informations: 01435 874642 mayfieldgirls.org
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BISHOP CHALLONER Enrichment is an Important part of Pupil Learning at Bishop Challoner
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ishop Challoner School joined ten schools in the Independent Schools Association and their partner schools in the maintained sector during Brain Awareness Week in March. On 15th March, students from Bonus Pastor Catholic College, Langley Park School for Boys, and St Ursula’s Convent School came to Bishop Challoner School to hear from expert speaker and neuroscientist Dr Joseph Devlin. Dr Devlin is Head of Experimental Psychology at University College London and he spoke to the GCSE and A Level Science students about his brain research and about some myths and misconceptions related to the application of brain science in education. Paula Anderson, Headteacher, was ‘delighted to be hosting this new joint initiative and working in partnership with three other schools. I hope that this launch will forge strong links for the future and enable us all to work together’. We are Professor Hood is well known as honoured and the presenter of the Royal institution Christmas lectures in 2011. He has grateful to Dr Joseph established an organisation committed to promoting engagement between Devlin for the time university researchers and schools. that he took to come His Speakezee organisation is a
searchable database of academic expert speakers; a not-for-profit community interest company supported by the University of Bristol and talk to our and other sponsors. At its heart is the desire to help speakers engage with students their audience and to make it easier for organisers to find relevant experts to talk at their event, whatever the size. Adds Paula Anderson, ‘We are honoured and grateful to Dr Joseph Devlin for the time that he took to come and talk to our students’. Visiting speakers inspire our pupils to apply new ideas in their lessons and we encourage that.’ Paula Anderson Headteacher THE DETAILS For more information www.bishopchallonerschool.com admissions@bishopchallonerschool.com
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EMBRACING A GROWTH MINDSET Sevenoaks Prep is building upon its strong values by embracing a Growth Mindset approach to personal development.
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our mindset is that little voice in your head that directs your thoughts. It is created by all the beliefs you have about life and the people in your life, shaped by the events in your life and how you were taught to interpret them by the people around you. For example, if you failed a maths test in school did you say “I’m not good at maths” or did you say “If I work harder, I can do better”? If you failed to score a goal, did you say to yourself “I can’t play this game” or did you say “I’m going to keep practising until I score”? “Natural talent can only take you so far. It might give a person a head start but in the end, natural talent is rarely enough to keep a person successful over the
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long haul. In the long run, work and effort play a more important role in success.” At Sevenoaks Prep, we are conscious of the importance of a Growth Mindset in everything we do. We value the ability to embrace challenges by not being afraid of failure and using any set back to stretch and grow. We want our pupils to believe that their abilities change depending on the effort they put into changing them and that anything is achievable if the effort is put in. Their sense of selfworth should come from the process of growth and learning and not from external sources. Luke Harrison, Headmaster, says “We see great value in empowering our pupils through a Growth Mindset vocabulary, which complements our Way Of Life values and strengthens our ethos. We are proud of the resilience, self-confidence and success of our pupils.”. THE DETAILS Sevenoaks Preparatory School, Godden Green, Sevenoaks, Kent TN15 0JU Tel. 01732 762336 www.theprep.org.uk
We are proud of the resilience, self-confidence and success of our pupils.
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CATERHAM SCHOOL CURTAIN UP ON MULTI-MILLION POUND CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS British film and theatre actor and director Simon Callow CBE visited Caterham School to officially open the new Centre for Performing Arts. In addition to opening the stunning new building, Mr Callow provided a highly entertaining review of his early acting career, which began with a three-page letter to Sir Laurence Olivier. Caterham’s young musicians Hero Shimoji and Anastasia Kedrina provided breathtaking performances which demonstrated the amazing talents amongst the School’s pupil body. BRITAIN’S FIRST ASTRONAUT INSPIRES CATERHAM’S SCIENTISTS Caterham School was honoured to welcome the distinguished British astronaut and scientist Helen Sharman OBE. Helen gave a valuable insight into her work in the space laboratories and how experiments undertaken in space advance our understanding of the possibilities of science. The School’s prestigious Montcreiff Jones science society helped
with the lecture and benefitted from Helen’s generous time. TEEN TECH NATIONAL WINNERS AWARDED AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE Caterham School’s Teen Tech team were crowned national winners of the countryside competition at a special ceremony at Buckingham Palace. David, Ollie and Caspar were chosen as overall winners for their design and prototype of ‘SensoSafe’ - a bike light that also detects vehicles approaching the cyclist from behind, alerting them to the potential danger. VISIT CATERHAM SCHOOL Caterham School is one of the top independent co-educational schools in England. Visit us to find out more about our thriving day and boarding community and our unique approach to learning and teaching. THE DETAILS www.caterhamschool.co.uk Email: admissions@caterhamschool.co.uk Tel: 01883 335058
HMC Independent Day, Weekly and Full Boarding School for boys & girls age 3 to 18 years. One of the top co-educational schools in England with a unique, award-winning approach to Learning & Teaching, where all pupils can be successful in an environment which is caring, optimistic and encouraging.
Bishop Challoner School The Archbishop of Southwark, Peter Smith, visited Bishop Challoner School, Shortlands, on Friday 24th March 2017 to celebrate holy Mass and to bless the new icons in the school’s Chapel of the Annunciation.
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he parish priests of St Edmund of Canterbury Church, Beckenham and St Joseph’s Church, Bromley and several other priests from the deanery will concelebrate the Mass with the Archbishop. This visit by the Archbishop of Southwark coincides with the completion of the extensive refurbishment programme in the school chapel begun during the summer of 2015. The day of the blessing is the eve of The Annunciation of the Lord (25th March) and it is also a regular school day so the whole school community was present to participate in a very special, spiritual occasion at the heart of their school. The Mass and blessing was followed by a Reception and Buffet lunch where Archbishop Peter and the Mayor of Bromley, Councillor Ian F Payne met pupils and other members of the Bishop Challoner School community and invited guests.
‘I hope and pray that this beautiful chapel will remain a spiritual haven, an inspirational setting in the daily life of the whole school community and a place to spend time quietly with God.’ The Most Reverend Peter Smith. Bishop Challoner is a Catholic co-educational independent school in Shortlands, offering the entire educational journey from 3 to 18 years. The School recently met all the Compliance standards with no action points in its 2016 Independent Schools Inspectorate inspection. The Quality of Pupils’ Academic and other Achievements has been graded as ‘Good’ and the Quality of the Pupils’ Personal Development is graded as ‘Excellent’. In the school’s positive learning environment, high standards and expectations are set at every level.
THE DETAILS For more information www.bishopchallonerschool.com
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We interviewed Strictly star Robin Windsor ahead of his visit to The Orchard Theatre, Dartford this May, in the ballroom dance sensation Keep Dancing. OF COURSE WE KNOW YOU FOR STRICTLY COME DANCING, BUT WHAT DREW YOU TO TOURING IN A STAGE PRODUCTION? Way before Strictly came along for me I was touring in stage productions. I joined a dance show called Burn the Floor when I was 20 years old and toured the world with them for ten years. The show ended up on Broadway. It was after that I joined Strictly. I’m now back again where my heart belongs; On the stage.
WHAT CAN AUDIENCES EXPECT FROM THE SHOW? Keep Dancing is a highly-charged energypacked dance show featuring numbers from multiple dance eras. So whether you are 8 or 80 you will LOVE this show, as there is something for everyone. DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE MOMENT? We have an all-male paso doble, with a
Keep Dancing is a show that features many dance styles including jazz, hip hop, disco and of course ballroom and Latin so there is variety for any dance enthusiast. HOW HAS STRICTLY PREPARED YOU FOR THE SHOW? I have spent most of my dance career preparing for this show, but Strictly has given me the best preparation from working under so much pressure and on a short time scale to get the dances ready. THE SHOW CELEBRATES BALLROOM, WHAT OTHER STYLES OF DANCE CAN WE EXPECT IN THE SHOW? Keep Dancing is a show that features many dance styles including jazz, hip hop, disco and of course ballroom and Latin so there is variety for any dance enthusiast. NEIL AND KATYA JONES ARE NOW CONFIRMED TO JOIN YOU IN KEEP DANCING, ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING WITH THEM? Neil and Katya are phenomenal dancers. I’ve not really had much experience working with them as yet and I can’t wait for them to join the show and bring a new dynamic to the cast.
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contemporary feel which has so far brought the house down in every venue we have performed in. There’s also an extremely fast hand clapping section which took weeks to learn and is a big favourite of mine. ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO VISITING THE ORCHARD THEATRE, DARTFORD? I love The Orchard Theatre, I have seen many shows there and have performed on the stage with Puttin’ On The Ritz. It’s our closest London date, so all my friends will be coming and I can’t wait to perform there again. See you there!
THE DETAILS Keep Dancing The Orchard Theatre, Dartford Tue 16 – Sat 20 May Book online at orchardtheatre.co.uk or call the Ticket Office on 01322 220000
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are raving about La Cage Aux Folles LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Georges and the dazzling drag artiste Albin, star of La Cage Aux Folles, live an idyllic existence in the heart of St Tropez. But behind the curtains of this sparkling extravaganza, all may be about to change. Georges’ son Jean-Michel announces his engagement to COMING the daughter of a notorious SOON: right-wing politician TUE 9 – determined to close down SAT 13 MAY the local colourful night-life. Drama and hilarity ensue when a meeting of the parents forces them to cover up their vibrant lifestyle. Will Albin be able to play the role of his life to ensure that Jean-Michel can marry his love?
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HHHHH “There aren’t enough adjectives to describe how wonderful La Cage is... musical theatre at its absolute best... unmissable”. HOLLYWOOD NEWS STARRING JOHN PARTRIDGE, ADRIAN ZMED AND MARTI WEBB Bill Kenwright presents a spectacular new version of the much loved musical with West End star John Partridge as Albin and Broadway leading man Adrian Zmed as Georges. John’s extensive theatre credits boast the West End productions of A Chorus Line at the London Palladium, Cats, Starlight Express and Chicago, but perhaps he is best known for playing the loveable Christian in BBC’s EastEnders and as a judge on TV’s Over The Rainbow. Adrian’s Broadway credits include Blood Brothers, Grease and Falsettos and on television he is best loved as Officer Vince Romano in the hit TV show T.J. Hooker and on the big screen as Johnny in Grease 2. Also starring the award-winning star Marti Webb (Evita, Blood Brothers, Oliver and Half-a-Sixpence). The show-stopping score includes The Best of Times, Song on the Sand and I Am What I Am.
THE DETAILS The Orchard Theatre, Dartford. Tue 9 – Sat 13 May Book online at orchardtheatre.co.uk or call the Ticket Office on 01322 220000
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“One of the most lavish shows you will ever see. Breathtaking. Simply Amazing” EILE MAGAZINE
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NOT DEAD ENOUGH 2017 UK TOUR
Interview with Laura Whitmore (Cleo Morey) WHAT WAS IT THAT ATTRACTED YOU TO STAR IN THE WORLD PREMIERE PRODUCTION OF PETER JAMES’ NOT DEAD ENOUGH? Laura: I wanted to get back into acting and it was about finding the right team and the right role, something that had a bit of depth to it and which would be a challenge. I met Peter, Ian [Talbot, the director] and Joshua [Andrews, the producer] and I just knew it was a team I wanted to work with. I fell in love with the script and Peter’s books. I’ve read a few of his books and it felt like the right thing to do, plus Cleo is a character who is a bit feisty, a strong woman, and a role I can sink my teeth into. HOW WOULD YOU SUM UP THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN YOUR CHARACTERS IN THE SHOW? Laura: My character wants a commitment from Roy, who is the wrong man to want a commitment from. I think it’s hard for a woman where there’s an ex-wife or a past relationship and there’s so much uncertainty here. When is this woman going to come back? Is she dead? How do you deal with someone that’s ghost but is also real? It’s not the easiest of times. WHAT’S YOUR TAKE ON THE CHARACTERS? Laura: Cleo is very strong. She’s probably had her own obstacles with the job that she has. She’s a woman who I feel has probably had to tackle her way to get there. I feel she’s got a lot to prove and she’s in love with a guy who is probably not the best guy to be in love with. She’s also quite headstrong and doesn’t like to show vulnerability, which I don’t either. There are a few times in the play where something happens and she doesn’t want him to know because she’d rather deal with it herself. I quite like that. She’s very stubborn and I guess I am too. THE FIRST TWO PETER JAMES STAGE PLAYS HAVE BEEN HUGE HITS. WHY DO YOU THINK AUDIENCES ARE SO ENTHRALLED BY HIS STORIES? Laura: They’re based on reality. Everything Peter does is researched so well and based on some sort of truth.
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Gate, The Gaiety and The Abbey. ANY NERVES? Laura: More butterflies, but if you don’t get butterflies there’s no point doing it. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO ABOUT THE TOUR? Laura: The routine and the structure of it and when getting back into acting the best thing you can do is theatre. Also working with a great team and a great director. Being a sponge and trying to absorb as much as I can – there’s no better way to learn.
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WERE YOU FAMILIAR WITH PETER’S WORK BEFORE THIS? Laura: I know his books from airports. I fly so much for work and I’ll go “I must pick up a new book, what’s in the top ten?” and there’s always one of his there - right at the top! YOU TRAINED IN DRAMA SO HOW IS IT REVISITING THE DISCIPLINE AFTER DOING PRESENTING WORK? AND WHAT IS THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE FOR YOU? Laura: It’s been ages since I did theatre, since I won a competition to be an MTV presenter about eight years ago. I did a few local productions in Dublin and it’s something I wanted to get back into. I suppose presenting is acting in a way and doing Strictly Come Dancing I found that I really enjoyed becoming a character for those few minutes of doing a dance. I found the acting part helped me get through the dancing. Growing up I was obsessed with theatre and just that live feel. Even more so than going to the movies, I loved watching live theatre and I was very lucky that that was my little treat from my dad. My parents weren’t together and once a week my dad would take me to a play. It was something I was in awe of at theatres like The
WILL GOING HOME TO DUBLIN BE A SPECIAL STOP ON THE TOUR? Laura: Absolutely and it’s a beautiful theatre. I moved to London eight years ago and I don’t get home often. I’m really excited to have the opportunity to perform this play to a home crowd in Dublin and to be able to have my mum and my dad come and see it will be great. DO YOU HAVE ANY PRE OR POSTSHOW ROUTINES OR SUSPICIONS? Laura: For me pre-show and before doing live TV I just like five minutes of time to myself. There’s so much hustle and bustle, especially with live television, that it’s nice to just disappear for a few minutes. SO YOU CAN ACT AND DANCE – WHAT’S THE ONE SKILL YOU WISH YOU HAD? Laura: I wish I could play an instrument well. I play guitar badly but I wish I was that person who at a party could just pick up a guitar and play any song. PETER’S STORIES ARE VERY SCARY. WHAT ARE YOU SCARED OF IN REAL LIFE? Laura: I’m scared of showing vulnerability in some ways because in this industry you have to be quite strong. THE DETAILS Churchilltheatre.co.uk 020 3285 6000
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GALLONS OF TEA AND A WHOLE LOT OF CAKE! Tea drinking establishments don’t come more idylillic than Annabel’s! Located in the heart of the Chislehurst, the Annabel’s store sits snuggly in the high street and not only offers window seating, perfect for watching the world go by, but an irresistable array of homemade cakes and scones to boot!
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nnabel’s is now celebrating it’s fifth year of business in Chislehurst high street and alongside the quaint tea room, the store boasts a brilliant selection of high quality English gift brands including Neom Organics, Talyors of Bond Street and Orelia Jewellery. The Annabels business began with a small boutique based in the picturesque location of Royal Parade in 2011 and the brand expanded into a larger second premisis in 2012 with the addition of a quaint tea room at the rear of the store, to enhance the traditional English atmosphere that the Annabel’s brand promotes. The tea room offers a great selection of Kent and Sussex loose leaf teas, including traditional house teas and more exotic blends for the more adventurous tea drinkers!
Annabel’s also offers various blends of Monmouth coffee, all served in elegant fine bone china. Customers are treated to a delicious range of homemade cakes and scones, all baked fresh and delivered by local bakers, favourite flavours include, the scrumptious Red Velvet and Coffee & Walnut cake! The Annabel’s brand has enjoyed great success and has built a loyal customer base over the past 6 years of trading and so at the begining of 2017, the decision was made to close the original Royal Parade boutique to concentrate on the larger business in Chislehurst high street. The firm favourite product lines from Owen Barry leather goods and Annie Haak jewellery will remain as prime stockists within Annabels, but numerous new contemporary brands, such as the luxury toiletry and cosmetic brand ‘Connock London’ and playful childrens brand ‘Floss & Rock’ have been introduced to add a new dimension and boost the variety of gift lines throughout the store. The English cottage style interior compliments the pretty tea room, leaving a relaxing space for shoppers to browse, creating an ideal shopping experience for all. Additional touches including a cake ordering and bespoke gift wrapping service are also available. THE DETAILS www.annabelsluxuryenglishgifts.com Tel: 07733014565
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Musicland Making music brings pleasure into any family home providing both entertainment and enjoyment.
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n the post war years, many homes had a piano, in latter years the electronic organ became very popular and now the modern Digital Piano have replaced them. The biggest manufacturer being YAMAHA. With the latest technology, these now sound and look like some of the very best Piano instruments in the world, offering different cabinet finishes, including Gloss White and Traditional Gloss Black in addition to modern foil effect finishes like Dark Rosewood, Mahogany, Cherry Wood etc with matching Stools and prices to suit all budgets. If space is a problem, there are piano instruments available with the full 88 note weighted keyboard which are small and light enough for one person to move in addition to Luxury high-end models featuring very
powerful speaker systems and even the Lift lid featured on Grand pianos. Early models were criticized by purists and some piano teachers for the feel of their keyboards, now however all digital pianos feature a weighted action with features like graded hammer (heavier in the lower keys just like a Grand Piano) some also have Simulated Ivory keys and even Real Wood actions to look and feel like acoustic pianos. Mostly they even feature 3 pedals. All modern digital pianos feature Touch Sensitive keys, the harder you play the louder and brighter the sound. Advantages over Acoustic Pianos are size, much smaller and lighter, no need to have the Piano tuner round every 6 months, no problems with modern centrally heated homes, which used to upset tuning and of course the fact digital pianos all offer private silent practice using Headphones. Many digital pianos also incorporate learning features with music Score on large LCD screens, lights above keys and built in play along songs. Some high-end models even include Microphone input with Karaoke features and the possibility of displaying Lyrics on a Television or large monitor. HISTORY There has been a Keyboard Music shop in Downham, between Bromley and Lewisham since the early 1970’s. Musicland took over the business 17 years ago, and continue the high-quality service with knowledgeable, friendly staff and a large selection of the very best Digital Pianos currently available from different manufacturers. Musicland also have another branch in Romford, Essex.
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ONE STOP MUSIC SHOP Musicland also sell a full selection of popular musical instruments including Violins, Drums, Brass and Woodwind and an extensive selection of guitars and amplification. Also available are Music books and many musical instrument accessories including Guitar strings, Drum sticks, Music stands, Metronomes etc. TUITION In addition to selling instruments Musicland also have a thriving Music Academy. With over 400 pupils regularly attending in group classes to learn, Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, and Drums. With prices starting at £12.50 for children and £15 for adults for a weekly 55-minute class. SERVICE Musicland pride themselves on having highly trained specialist staff to demonstrate and explain the latest features currently available. Service staff to sort problems including a Guitar technician and an experienced delivery team, trained to move even the largest Grand Pianos and Organs. If you have any questions or would like to pop in for a demonstration get in touch with the staff at Musicland or check out their website. Details below. Free forecourt parking available. 208, 320 and 136 buses pass the door. THE DETAILS Musicland. 422 Bromley Road, Downham, Bromley, Kent. BR1 4PL. 0208 698 7300 www.musicland.co.uk
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
Enjoy Your Hearing Again One in seven people suffers from hearing loss but for those over 55 it is one in five. There are many possible causes of hearing loss: it may be hereditary or could result from the natural ageing process, exposure to loud or constant noise, illness or complications at birth, toxic medication, ear infection, trauma or injury. Buying a private hearing aid is a major decision, so ensure you consult a hearing aid dispenser who is registered with Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). Bevan Allen (FSHAA, RHAD) at the Langley Audiology Centre (LAC) in Eden Park, Beckenham, is a HCPC Registered Hearing Aid Audiologist with over 57 years’ experience in the industry. LAC offers FREE hearing tests and comprehensive hearing assessments. As an independent practice they can offer unbiased advice on hearing aids from all the major manufactures, unlike some other companies.
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ou should consult your local Registered Hearing Aid Dispenser if you, your friends or family think your hearing is deteriorating. Some of the common symptoms are: n others complain that you have the TV or radio volume turned up too loud, n having to ask others to repeat themselves, n having difficulty hearing the doorbell or telephone ring, n not being sure of the direction of incoming sounds. n not hearing so well in background noise. When choosing a hearing aid the hearing aid audiologist will consider your hearing ability, work and home activities, physical limitations, medical conditions, cosmetic preferences and budget.
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to provide hearing protection. Outside of the workplace it is up to the individual to safeguard their own hearing. Protection from noise can be needed more with the increasing use of music listeners and anyone who is exposed to loud noise: Industry, sports and musicians can benefit from effective hearing protection. If you are worried about noise induced damage to your hearing, sound protection is available in the form of custom made earplugs and headphones. Langley Audiology Centre can provide
Research estimates that 170,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, tinnitus or other ear conditions as a result of excessive noise at work (source: H&SE) To book an appointment please call 020 8663 6187, email hearing@langleyaudiology.co.uk or visit our website www.langleyaudiology.co.uk PROTECTING YOUR HEARING Research estimates that 170,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, tinnitus or other ear conditions as a result of excessive noise at work (source: H&SE). Employers have a legal duty under The Control of Noise at Work Regulations Act 2005 to reduce the risk of damage to employees hearing. Noise induced hearing loss is caused by exposure to loud noises and the length of exposure time. Where the level of noise exceeds 90dB(A), it is a legal requirement of employers
a wide range of custom-made hearing protection, from swim plugs (to help protect from water-borne infections), to specialist ear plugs for musicians, shooting and motorcyclists. If you have any concerns about your hearing or that of a loved one, then don’t waste anytime in contacting Langley Audiology Centre your ‘local’ hearing healthcare experts and we can provide you with the independent caring advice that one would expect from a family run business. Improve your hearing improve your quality of life! THE DETAILS For further information please call 020 8663 6187, email hearing@langleyaudiology.co.uk or visit our website www.langleyaudiology.co.uk
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We’re celebrating 20 years this month
It is almost 20 years since owner, Heather Williams, took over the practice and we’re planning to celebrate. If you’ve been with us for 20 years or more then we’d like to hear from you so that you can share in our anniversary celebrations. Please call us on 01689 823636
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South East Hearing Care Centres Deaf Awareness Week and Hear Here! 15th - 21st May 2017
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outh East Hearing Care Centres are holding their free annual Hear Here! event to coincide with Deaf Awareness Week. The UK Council on deafness is calling this week ‘A celebration’ and we are pleased to support and celebrate this worthy cause. It is estimated that up to 10 million people have some degree of hearing loss in this country yet there is still uncertainty around what to do, where to get help and more importantly, what is available to alleviate the symptoms. DEAF AWARENESS WEEK AND HEAR HERE! Our free annual Hear Here! events are held close to our hearing care centres in Kent and Sussex and year on year become larger, busier than ever and more spectacular. This year we will have the usual walk around exhibition from the world’s leading hearing aid manufacturers, showcasing the latest technology. Just a couple to pick out from these will be the only extended wear invisible hearing aid called Lyric. This really is a game changer as the instrument is professionally fitted by one of our certified clinics and then left alone for two to three months. There is no daily insertion or removal, no batteries to change and the device itself sits comfortably in the ear canal, just 4mm from the ear drum. The other devices that are a huge help to users with decreased manual dexterity, is the rechargeable range which means no more fiddling around with batteries or forgetting to replenish stocks. We have chosen two very prestigious and well known locations. On Wednesday 17th May
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we will be at Hall Place in Bexley, renowned for its stunning Tudor architecture and gardens, sitting on the banks of the river Cray. Our second location on Thursday 18th May is in Ripley Arts Centre just a short distance from Bromley town centre. The venue is a charming Victorian house known locally as Ripley. Our Hear Here! roadshows always prove popular and this year is no exception with our guest speaker being the worldrenowned Mezzo Soprano opera singer, Janine Roebuck. Janine is a hearing aid wearer and will be talking about her experience and giving an example of her talented singing voice. Other topics by specialist COMING speakers will SOON: include tinnitus and 15TH - 21ST earwax removal plus a MAY 2017 fascinating talk about a deaf school in Kenya we have supported for over fifteen years. The talks will be repeated throughout the day so if you are planning to spend the day, you will catch all the talks. Refreshments will also be served throughout and there is a free entry to our prize draw with a chance to win a luxury hamper plus a goody bag for all attendees. We strongly recommend you indicate your interest by phoning 020 8460 8954 so we can register you free of charge. These events, once publicised, become full very quickly and with all that is on offer during the day, it would be a shame to miss anything. THE DETAILS
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THE BARN
If you are looking to fuel your imagination why not visit one of our extensive Hetas approved showroom just outside Ashford Kent or Tunbridge wells.
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e have travelled throughout access to all the main areas of the showroom. You can meet one of our team to discuss Europe to source a distinctive Our Wallcrouch Showroom on the B2099 near your requirements where we can act as your range of fires, with world class Wadhurst East Sussex is approximately 4 miles consultant or advisers to work alongside environmental accreditation from the Flimwell crossroads on the A21, and builders, designers, and architects. alongside our wood-burning, multi fuel approximately 10 miles from the Centre of Our help and support starts at the outset. stoves and our extensive range of gas fires. Tunbridge Wells. We stay by your side and can provide a Our range includes the classic comprehensive before and after Clearview stoves, The unique sales service, including design and We stay by your side and can provide Harrie Leenders ceiling mounted building of flues and chimney rotatable stoves, M-Design double systems........the list goes on. a comprehensive before and after sales and triple sided stoves and the perfectly styled free standing service, including design and building of Hase and Rais stoves. We are a flues and chimney systems family run company that strives to offer the very best service from THE DETAILS either of our showrooms right through to the We cover all of Kent, Sussex, Surrey and installation, carried out by our own employed London. So whether you’re from Broadstairs, engineers. Tunbridge Wells, Ashford, Folkestone, Planning your visit to one of our Canterbury, Margate, Brighton, London and showrooms, Our Sellindge showrooms inthe surrounding areas, you are more than Ashford: 01303 813870 between Ashford and Folkestone on the A20 welcome to come into one of our showrooms. Tunbridge Wells: 01580 201392 and approximately 5 miles from Junction 11 Appointments can be made via info@thebarn.co.uk of the M20 with ample free parking, disabled info@thebarn.co.uk or calling 01303 813870. www.thebarn.co.uk
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Visit one of our distinctive showrooms to discuss your project, we can see it through from conception to completion and all carried out by our own employed team.
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CROWN OAK BUILDINGS LTD GABRIELS FARM, MARSH GREEN, EDENBRIDGE, KENT TN8 5PP
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Kelvin Fireplaces Kelvin Fireplaces offer the “Complete Service” with “Spring Savings”…
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t last the days are getting longer, it’s the perfect time of the year to update the most important focal point in your home and create a more beautiful efficient fireplace. Kelvin Fireplaces Ltd: we are based in Polhill Garden Centre, with a large showroom displaying over 40 fireplaces, fires and stoves, open 7 days a week and plenty of FREE car parking. You will see a range of the latest fireplace designs in limestone and micro marble; contemporary hole in the wall gas or solid fuel fires, wood burning or multi fuel stoves on live display along with a comprehensive range of electric and gas fires. The popularity of wood burning stoves have encouraged the design teams to develop new ranges of gas and electric stoves with realistic log or coal fuel beds to give busy households the convenience of gas or electricity and the realism of the latest “flame picture” technology. Fireplaces are available in a range of popular standard sizes, we can also arrange for measurements to be altered quite easily. To begin your transformation; just bring a few pictures into the showroom on a phone or I pad to show us if you have a chimney or flue, the top of the chimney (for safe ladder access), the chimney breast or wall where the new fireplace is to be fitted, a few basic measurements of the width and depth of the chimney breast will be enough to show you what is possible, along with your ideas and aspirations to help us advise you on the most exciting styles available.
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AFTER THE DETAILS Kelvin Fireplaces Ltd Polhill Garden Centre, London Road, Badgers Mount, Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 7AD Tel: 01959 532444 info@kelvinfireplaces.co.uk www.kelvinfireplaces.co.uk
n Our helpful sales team in our Polhill showroom with Free car parking and open 7 days a week n Our current Spring Saving discount on complete fireplace, fire or stove Installations n Our Site Survey services n Our Chimney Sweeps to sweep and test the flue, fit chimney pots and cowls if needed n Our Builder and Plasterer to form the fireplace opening, plaster the whole chimney breast ready for the final Installation n Our Hetas and Gas Safe Engineers to carry out the Installation and order your certificate
Fireplaces are available in a range of popular standard sizes, we can also arrange for measurements to be altered quite easily.
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Manor Fencing and landscaping is a professional landscaping and fencing company based in Bromley, that specialises in all types of fencing, landscaping and paving. We have over 25 years’ experience in the fencing, landscaping and paving industry where we have built all of our reputation purely on reliability, service & high quality of workmanship at affordable prices. With the excellent reputation we have, we ensure we only employ the most professional and best gardeners and landscapers. This should give you the peace of mind that when we visit your property, you will always receive the very best & professional service you could receive!
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CHRISTOPHER PEACOCK Celebrates 25th Anniversary 2017 marks the 25th year in business for Christopher Peacock, the eponymous cabinet maker, who began his solo career by designing his first collection and installing a small display of cabinetry in Greenwich CT.
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arnering attention from local architects, interior designers and a discerning clientele Peacock’s timeless designs and unmatched quality quickly became the “must have” cabinet brand for the area. Christopher’s design sensibility has not only been a conscientious and sophisticated predictor of the spirit of his time, but also has forged new ground and has proven to be the benchmark of design and quality other
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cabinetry manufacturers strive to imitate. Peacock said, “When I started my company 25 years ago I never dreamed of the success that it would realize. I basically needed a way to support my family and wanted to create timeless and beautifully made cabinetry. As I reflect back on what we have accomplished I am amazed and so thankful to the team of talented craftsmen, installers, finishers, and designers, who have helped me realize our collective success.” His cabinetry has always
rooms, in their lives, and how their families will function within the space. Additionally, the custom nature of our product, and on site finishing, offers our clients a vast opportunity to make their space completely unique.” With a new showroom opening in Dallas this spring, Christopher Peacock will debut a new Men’s Dressing Room Collection, as well as new Bath cabinetry collections, hardware designs and finishes. Additionally, many of his showrooms will have new displays installed and Peacock will be hosting events at many of his showrooms throughout the year in celebration of his company milestone.
When I started my company 25 years ago I never dreamed of the success that it would realize. I basically needed a way to support my family and wanted to create timeless and beautifully made cabinetry. been made to order in the United States, which is also a huge source of pride to Peacock. He owns his own workshop in West Virginia, where his hardworking employees are equally proud to produce cabinetry that is shipped across the globe. “Our gallery-like showrooms are located in London, New York City, Greenwich, Boston, Short Hills, Chicago, San Francisco and Cannes and offer a unique way for our clients to visualize their kitchen, bathroom, library, dressing room, and so on,” said Peacock. “Rather than just seeing small vignettes and door samples, our clients learn and experience the situations that will actually exist in their
ABOUT CHRISTOPHER PEACOCK Christopher Peacock is the leader in the design and manufacturing of luxury cabinetry for the home. His bespoke products, custom finishes and proprietary hardware place his company at the top of the interior design community. Peacock’s work has included many of the world’s most luxurious private estates across the globe and graced the homes of many celebrities, and even two US Presidents. Commissioned by a discerning clientele he is renowned for the finest quality, elegant design, and attention to every detail. These attributes have secured his prominence in the world of luxury interior design. From kitchens to libraries, to spectacular bath and dressing rooms, Christopher Peacock remains the benchmark of taste and timeless elegant design. THE DETAILS Christopher Peacock London 02071004423 london@peacockhome.com
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WHO ARE...
KITCHEN DESIGN OF SEVENOAKS?
We’re a family run partnership offering a wealth of experience developed over 35 years along with a passion for good design and attention to detail. WHAT ABOUT APPLIANCES? We rate German engineering so Neff, Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau and Miele are a good starting point. We then cherry pick from various other manufacturers around the world such as Fisher & Paykel, Quooker, ISE and others for specific solutions to suit each customers requirements. ANYTHING ELSE? To complete a project we can supply and install decorative glass splashbacks, under floor heating systems, floor coverings (porcelain, stone, wood or Amtico), LED lighting, radiators, sound systems and generally anything else the client wishes to add. The list goes on. WHAT’S THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THE PROJECT? That’s an easy one to answer. The single most important part to ensure customer satisfaction being the fitters. They are key to the whole project. Our experienced fitting teams realise that happy customers mean recommendations, so they ur aim is to provide a complete package to suit each give a lot of time and effort to ensure customer satisfaction. and every customer’s needs. Whether it is a project Arriving on time, being courteous, respecting people’s requiring a total refurbishment of the whole room homes and producing an installation we can or a kitchen to be installed into a all be proud of. Nothing beats the satisfaction new build house or extension. Happy to liaise From painted of seeing a beautifully finished project and with builders and architects we have professional customers telling us how pleased they are with and experienced fitting teams who can adapt to shaker style the finished job. every situation. traditional Clients generally have an idea of what they HAPPENS IF THINGS GO want to achieve and it’s our job is to develop furniture through WHAT WRONG? those ideas, advise and guide the client throughout to high gloss In the real world mistakes happen (it proves the process. Our specifications, plans, elevation we’re human) and it’s for this reason we like drawings(drawn by hand) and computer generated finish to deal with local suppliers wherever possible. visuals are all provided to give clients the best chance to be totally involved in the various stages contemporary The support we get from our suppliers is exemplary and they too realise that sometimes of design for their own project. We genuinely and everything when things go wrong it’s how you handle the enjoy what we do and that’s how it should be. situation that can actually impress clients. We between like a challenge. WHO ARE YOUR MAIN SUPPLIERS? Firstly let’s say that we like to use local suppliers wherever possible. Our main furniture supplier, Stonehams are based at THE DETAILS Sidcup. Also a family run business, now celebrating their 151st Showroom Address: 118 London Road, Sevenoaks, year. From painted shaker style traditional furniture through to Kent, TN13 1BA high gloss finish contemporary and everything between. www.kdofsevenoaks.com Our suppliers for Granite, Quartz and Corian are all local Tel: 01732 741100 and that means we can work closely with them to ensure the E-mail: info@kdofsevenoaks.com best end result.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW The Manor at Bickley, Bromley
For more local restaurant reviews, recipes and cooking tips visit Regan’s food blog www.whatiatelastnight.com AMBIANCE The Manor at Bickley is set in beautiful grounds, and is currently undergoing a major refurbishment. We visited on a Sunday, when a jazz band were playing in the newly decorated restaurant, and families were taking advantage of the Sunday roast menu presented by their new Chef. SERVICE We were greeted upon entrance to the hotel by a very friendly receptionist, and led to the bar area to enjoy a drink before sitting down for our meal. We were then shown through to the restaurant, where welcoming and helpful waiters and waitresses took great care of us throughout the meal. FOOD The Sunday roast menu offers a choice from four starters, mains and desserts, with vegetarian options included. We started with a Seabass ballotine, house cured gravalax, pickled courgette and carrot. Beautifully presented, full of light and delicate flavours, and the fish literally melted in the mouth. For main, we opted for the roast sirloin of beef – perfectly cooked beef, served with roasted chateaux potatoes and pan gravy, seasonal vegetables
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and a Yorkshire pudding. For dessert we were torn between the chocolate fondant and the black treacle and ginger hot pudding with salted caramel and an extra scoop of vanilla ice cream – the hot pudding won, topped with one of the nicest caramel sauces I have ever tasted. DRINK The hotel offers a well stocked bar, with a wide selection of gins available, along with a good selection of wines on the restaurant menu. We opted for wines by the glass to accompany our roast beef – the Primitivo ‘Il Pumo’ proved a perfect match. MY OVERVIEW Sunday lunch with live music set within the Manor and views of the gardens. THE DETAILS The Manor at Bickley Thornet Wood Road, Bromley BR1 2LW Tel. 020 8467 1461 info@bickleymanor.co.uk 020 8467 1461 www.themanoratbickley.co.uk
The hotel offers a well stocked bar, with a wide selection of gins available, along with a good selection of wines on the restaurant menu.
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EXQUISITE TURKISH CUISINE IN THE HEART OF HAYES, BROMLEY When you visit Tugra Restaurant be prepared for a dining experience that will exceed all of your expectations.
T: +44 (0) 20 8462 9898 | E: info@tugrahayes.co.uk | www.tugrahayes.co.uk 44 Station Approach, Hayes, Bromley, Kent, BR2 020 8462 9898 Opening Times: Monday - Friday: 17:00 - 23:00 | Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 - 23:00
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RESTAURANT REVIEW Aqua Bar & Grill, Petts Wood This month, Food Editor Regan Anderton visited Aqua Bar & Grill in Petts Wood to give you her verdict on their menu. A beautifully cooked and meaty piece of cod, served with courgette fries, which gave a nod towards a traditional fish and chip dinner but without the heavy carbs from standard chips, chorizo crisp which added a lovely smoky depth to the dish, and sauce vierge. For dessert, a rich and indulgent Baileys crème brûlée topped off a lovely meal.
AMBIANCE Since acquiring the Estate office location, Aqua Bar & Grill has turned what once was a small local restaurant, in to an amazingly bright and open space with an outdoor dining area that wouldn’t look out of place on the Amalfi coast. We visited on a Thursday, and the restaurant was busy and buzzing with people drinking cocktails at the bar or enjoying an evening meal. SERVICE The staff were welcoming, informative and friendly. Food was delivered to the table at a nice pace, meaning that we didn’t feel rushed and could sit back and enjoy a relaxing evening. FOOD The menu is split in to four sections, offering Meze platters that are ideal for sharing, pasta and risotto, steaks, fish main courses, and ‘the rest’. Dishes take inspiration from across the Med and further afield, providing something for everyone to enjoy. We kicked things off with the crispy duck salad. Strips of delicious duck were set on a bed of watercress and cucumber, with a hoisin style dressing – a refreshing and tasty start to the meal. For main, we opted for the roasted cod supreme.
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Dishes take inspiration from across the Med and further afield, providing something for everyone to enjoy.
DRINK Aqua has a well stocked bar with cocktail menu, and an extensive wine list. We opted for a glass of Stoneburn Sauvignon blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand and the fresh citrus notes perfectly accompanied the cod and cut through the smoky chorizo. MY OVERVIEW A taste of the Med in Petts Wood. THE DETAILS The Estate Office Station Square Petts Wood, Kent BR5 1LZ 01689 666220 pettswood@aquabarandgrill.co.uk www.aquabarandgrill.co.uk
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JOY KITCHEN
established in 2016 by Donny Koei an Indonesian born restauranteur and his family, with the concept of creating a menu combining their favourite childhood dishes.
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he menus available at The Joy Kitchen, are South East Asian, specialising in the many overlapping street style dishes of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. With their first site here in Orpington, Donny and his family’s aim for joy Kitchen is simply to provide the real taste of authentic Southeast Asian street food in a relaxed and casual environment at affordable prices. Recommended dishes from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam include Nasi goreng, Beef rendang, Seafood curry laksa, Malaysia chicken curry, Singapore noodles, Padthai prawn and Kway teow goreng seafood.
THE DETAILS 318 High Street, Orpington. BR6 0NG 01689 829341
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At Joy Kitchen we serve fresh tantalizing Southeast Asian dishes in Stir-fry. Wok-fry noodles, soups, curries and many things that will make you feel the warmth of Southeast Asia. Whether you are looking to feed a crowd or whip up a quick meal, our meals never disappoint. All of our Southeast Asian dishes are made in our modern scratch kitchen, with only the finest ingredients, for tastes both unexpecting and comforting. We also stock a full selection of spirits, Asian Beers, cocktails and an unparalleled wine list.
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