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o you own a Jamie Oliver Cookbook? Does a member of your family? Of course. It’s all his fault you see. First there was Larousse Gastranomique. Then there were the Delia Smith and Keith Floyd Eras and then there was Oliver. He was our generation’s first ‘likely lad that liked to cook’. Sure, I have one on the shelf. He’s the Heinz beans of cookery books. Despite not reading his first book until 38 due to his dyslexia, he’s now managed to write over 20.

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More recently he’s passed the torch on a protege of sorts, Anna Jones, who has now taken on the mantle - but with a vegetarian edge. Her bestselling book ‘ A modern way to eat’ sits on the pile above Gwyneth Paltrow and Thug Kitchen in our house these days. All are focused on a veggie or vegan led approach to cooking. I’m not die hard but it’s definitely the way my diet has been going over the last few years. Vegetarianism isn’t an new idea.

In fact, humans have been doing it since they had to fight for veg with a diplodocus but it seems there has been a resurgence. Being outed as a vegan is about as cool as being a Crossfitter, but I’m not ashamed to say I’ve dabbled. I took a year off meat and dairy to give it a try. Conclusion? It’s good for you. Fact. Not only is eating less meat and dairy going to keep you out of the 60% of society that’s overweight but it’s going to help your kids have a planet to use. Which is nice.

It’s an area Josh looks at this month as part of our ‘eat’ theme (p8-9). I, like him, have Netflix to blame for the slightly more conscious approach to diet and its impact on the planet and our species in general.

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Like anything more exciting than lawn bowls cooking has been described as “the new rock & roll”, but its true appeal is the precise opposite of the spirit that made Ozzy Osbourne bite the head off a bat. Cooking is popular because in an increasingly insane world watching somebody gently make pies on TV provides an essential, calming respite from reality.

Imagine Ozzy Osbourne nibbling the end off an eclair, whilst Mary Berry plays a solo on a piping bag full of creme anglaise. Not rock and roll, but in today’s world it’s like slipping your brain into a warm bath.

COOKING SHOWS COMING SOON WORDS Grant Runyon ILLUSTRATION Roanna Farmer

Entertainment media thrives on stories about how rock stars and Hollywood actors are wallowing in obscene wealth, but there’s another form of entertainment that is quietly earning big money, a place where the most elaborate special effect is choux pastry and the white powder is (mostly) icing sugar. TV cooking shows might not grab the headlines, but in terms of bang for your buck it’s considerably cheaper to pull in ten million viewers by plonking Mel & Sue in a tent full of wilting buns than it is to indulge Bono or let Tom Cruise pretend he’s some kind of Freudian space bishop.

The relatively low cost of producing even the glitziest cooking programme means that TV bosses searching for the next big hit are chucking around around cash like Gordon Ramsey lobbing carrots at a kitchen porter. Nigella could get a blank cheque just for doing a programme where she just makes porridge in a lacy basque, and even Ainsley Harriott is able to insist on being referred to as “Mr Loverman”

Cringe surprise: awkward dining experience with real people

The person who came up with the idea for Come Dine With Me deserves to be a multi-millionaire, because they’ve managed to build a TV phenomenon out of a raw material that is more common than mud, namely British social awkwardness. Unlike other reality shows, which require at least a cohort of people who think they can sing or dance, CDWM could point its cameras at any five British strangers and serve up a steaming plate of hideous social gaffes, deluded menu selections and terrible hosting practices. Thirty series in and the cellar hasn’t run dry, but it’s inevitable somebody is working on a copycat format.

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The Bake Off replacement: has it been in the oven too long?

The producers of Bake Off thought they were going to run away from the BBC, but it turns out that everybody bar Paul Hollywood is loyal to Auntie and they blew up the tent on the way out. There’s now a Victoria sponge-sized hole in the beeb’s autumn schedules for a gentle competition where ordinary people compete to produce something that is different enough to cakes that nobody will get sued. Legal issues

“ Imagine Ozzy Osbourne nibbling the end off an eclair, whilst Mary Berry plays a solo on a piping bag full of creme anglaise. Not rock and roll, but in today’s world it’s like slipping your brain into a warm bath.” whilst he chops runner beans with a machete, wearing shades and furs in a TV studio modelled on Scatman Crothers’ gaff in The Shining. If you haven’t seen Heston Blumenthal in a while it’s because Channel 5 have paid him to do a ten part series on sheep offal from a missile base in a dormant volcano. Even with all this, our craving for cooking telly isn’t even close to being satisfied. Let’s see what’s next on the menu.

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Personally I’d like to see a show based around disastrous first dinner dates, or the horrific cringe potential of boozy workrelated socialising. You can almost hear George Lamb sarcastically describing the preparation of a risotto for somebody you fancied at the gym but you’re now trying to poison before they can have sex with you, or the grim, grim reality of chugging too many bellinis and realising a senior colleague has said something offensive and is waiting for you to laugh.

aside, finding a substitute is harder than it sounds - cakes are varied to look at, require more skill than you think and have the magic effect of making you feel hungry and slightly sinful just by looking at them.

Bread is rarely spectacular and pizza is all flat, so the most likely outcome for an ovenbased cooking competition is that they’re just going to broaden it to involve anything that British people can conceivably cook in one - from quick starters to a five-bird roast that takes eleven hours of preparation.

Yes, there will be cakes, but the people of Britain will be competing on a battlefield where pies lock swords with pasta bakes and a joint of beef will be judged alongside soufflés, sausage casseroles and sticky toffee pudding. It will be like Gladiators, but will mostly involve people getting very fat and needing to loosen their belts like a farting uncle at Christmas.

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some long, naughty sales in the cookbook market. Nigella is the reigning Queen of Hearts & Tarts, but eventually she will retire to her soft-focus palace to be fed eclairs by a bevy of toy boys, which will leave room for new challengers to sauce it off amongst themselves in the hopes of claiming her sticky toffee throne. The field is wild open: will the new Madame of the Macaron be another flirtatious posh lady, or will the tiramisu tiara be claimed by a hot-buttered working class crumpet? If this all sounds appallingly sexist, don’t forget that we are talking about a programme format that has a 50 year-old millionaire mum pretending to sneak downstairs in a satin nightie to dip strawberries in warm chocolate. It could be that the most efficient way to meet the “needs” of Nigella’s army of dad fans is simply to introduce a culinary element to that mainstay of the high number satellite channels, Babecast, by getting the depressed looking girls to add cookery to their repertoire of onscreen performances.

Text in now if you want Sandra from Dagenham to make a meringue, or call the private number and Chardonnay will tell you how she’d poach your egg.

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A double serving of unpretentious man food, topped with bacon

My own favourite TV theme is the subgenre of cooking shows that involve a fattish middle-aged man travelling to normal restaurants and eating things a normal fattish middle-aged man would eat, sometimes but not always given an extra dimension by being served extra spicy or in an obscenely large portion size. Man vs.

Food man and Guy Fieri have become stars largely via their convincing portrayal of how normal blokes deal with that big pizza or burger that is so good that you finish the lot, even though you’re so full you might end up being sick onto the passenger seat of the car. There’s millions of those men out there (I know because I am one) so I’d like to suggest a TV series themed around me enjoying a number of beers and then purchasing a kebab, a battered sausage or some special fried rice. The budget will be less than twenty quid per episode, and viewers who can’t get enough can enjoy web-only catch up clips following the morning-after progress of my heart problems, irritable bowel syndrome and gout. It’s TV gold, I tell you.

Dripping with sauce: TV with sex appeal

It’s a lot harder to pull off (steady!), but when a programme maker successfully blends food with sex appeal you’ve got a recipe for a massive thrust in ratings and

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hen you think of Manx art, what comes to mind?

Rolling landscapes and wild seas? Watercolours of beaches and harbours? Or do you think of Svetlana Cameron’s detailed portraits or Jeremy Paul’s wildlife paintings?

You might be surprised to know that the local artist with perhaps the largest international following is probably also the one with the lowest local profile. Her work sells around the world and there’s no ‘three legs’ or Manx cats in sight.

Her name is Jade Boylan, who, according to her Instagram profile, is a ‘Pin + Patch Designer, illustrator, artist, graphic designer, book addict, total geek & full time daydreamer’.

She also has nearly 20,000 followers on Instagram, many of whom buy whole collections of her nostalgia driven, very on-trend pins and patches direct from her home studio in Ballaglass.

Jade was born and brought up on the Isle of Man, moving to what was then the Isle of Man College after a year of Sixth Form to study for a National Diploma in art and design, a HND and finally a BA (Hons) in Fine Art, graduating in 2013. She’d known she wanted to be an artist from the age of 6 – she’s now 25 – entering and winning school and island-wide art competitions, but it was always the making not the studying which interested her.

“I was definitely considered a bit odd at college,” Jade says. “I had absolutely no interest in sketching a few ideas then gradually working on up to my final piece. I knew exactly how I wanted that piece of work to look, so I only ever had the one idea to perfect in my head. To me, it was obvious, and I now know that that stubborn singlemindedness and unusual method of working is a classic symptom of the Asperger’s I’ve always had, but which was only officially diagnosed in 2015.”

One of the best known symptoms of Asperger’s is an obsessive attention to detail, but Jade has turned this to her advantage in the design of the tiny soft enamel pins and cloth patches she’s known for. Jade began working as a freelance illustrator in 2009, going on to develop her ‘Candy Doll Club’ themed items with T-shirts and phone cases. In October 2015 she

began to take a nostalgic look at 90’s toys and sweets in a range of sew-on patches and just a couple of months later she started designing pins just as the fashion for customised clothing took off. She now has over 40 different pins in production including the original Candy Dolls and a new popular ‘Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy’ series.

As she says on her website, she’s inspired by popular culture, she also designs Girl Gang and feminist themed items for her predominantly female fan-base, but Jade also has a growing male following, particularly for the book themed pins and the ‘Hitchhiker’ items. “My work is very influenced by my 1990’s childhood,” says Jade. “My designs come from my imagination but they are heavily inspired by the toys and trends I grew up with.”

The internet has been very good to Jade: that’s where she promotes her new designs and from where she gets her orders. But there is a downside – imitations and fakes. “Copying designs isn’t flattery, it’s theft,” says Jade, “and there have been some high profile cases of big retailers like Zara, Topshop, Primark and Claire’s blatantly copying designs from individual artists including me. But the quality of the mass produced pins is never anywhere near as good as mine, and luckily there’s quite a family of artists on Instagram who alert their followers to these fakes.

There’s not an awful lot I can do against a massive company like Primark, but hopefully my followers won’t be tempted by the low quality rip-offs.”

So what makes Jade’s pins and badges so special? Her designs are truly unique, many of them are limited editions, and she’s completely in control of both the quality and the sales, rarely either running out or over-stocking. She works exclusively with a factory in China to manufacture her products in batches of 50 to 500, releasing fresh new designs and restocks of popular pins on a monthly basis.

She’s always lived and worked in the Isle of Man and although the opportunity to go away to art school was there, Jade opted to stay and started earning even whilst she was still studying.

“I’m proud to say that my business is entirely self-funded,” says Jade. “I started very small but less than two years after my first pins went into production they are adorning the walls, jackets and bags of people all over the world, and I’m very proud of that too.”

Jade’s work can be seen on Instagram @jade_boylan and you can buy from her website www.jadeboylan.com

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umerous international families living in Britain are beginning to re-examine their options. With Brexit still hot on the agenda, Britain’s rivals are rolling out the red carpet for any wealthy foreigner residents considering a move following planned changes to the taxation of “non-dons”, residents whose domicile or permanent home is abroad.

After a seemingly never ending period of uncertainty the Finance Bill 2017 containing changes to the taxation of nonUK domiciled individuals, will be effective as of 6 April 2017.

Theresa May’s broadside against the rootless elite has also nudged some to look around for more welcoming destinations.

There is plenty of choice: many countries are keen to attract the global rich. But there are pitfalls and big variations in what they offer. In this review of some of the most popular destinations, we look at the lifestyles and tax inducements on offer and where is hot right now to buy property.

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ith its man-made islands, city-sized shopping malls and gleaming skyscrapers, Dubai is a magnet for expats from all over the world. Its vibrant atmosphere, modern infrastructure and ease of doing business explains much of its popularity. But its approach to tax is a main factor behind the emirate’s emergence as a global metropolis. It charges no income tax, wealth tax or capital gains tax and corporate tax is limited to foreign banks and oil companies. It plans to introduce value added tax in 2018, but is likely to be at a low rate.

There is no shortage of palatial villas and luxurious flats on offer for would-be property buyers. The property market has yo-yoed in recent years and since 2014 prices have been on the slide, thanks to low oil costs and the strong dollar.

Prime residential prices in Dubai are 60 per cent below prime New York, 75 per cent below prime London and a staggering 85 per cent below prime Hong Kong, according to Core, an advisory company.

Residency requirements are minimal: permit holders need only to stay one day out of every six months in the UAE.

alta, one of the world’s smallest and most densely populated countries, has rolled out the welcome mat for wealthy foreigners.

The attractions of this archipelago, located between Sicily and North Africa, include its wealth of historical sites, its Mediterranean climate and low crime rate.

Malta, which gained its independence in 1964 after more than 160 years of British rule, shares the some key aspects of its tax system with Britain. Both countries give certain tax advantages to “non-doms”.

In recent years, Malta has tried to streamline the incentives it offers foreigners to attract greater numbers to take up residence.

In 2012, it announced the Malta Retirement Programme for people from the EU in receipt of a pension or similar income. They are subject to tax at a flat rate of 15 per cent on foreign-sourced income, subject to a relatively modest minimum tax payment.

More recently, it has introduced a new residency programme targeted at non-EU nationals who have an income of at least €100,000 a year or more than €500,000 of capital.

One way they can qualify is by spending at least €270,000 on property and by investing €250,000 in government bonds. Wealthy foreigners can also acquire a Maltese passport under a programme that requires them to make bigger financial contribution.

Property is much cheaper than many other locations favoured by international investors. Incomers will be able to choose from a wide selection of property, ranging from fully serviced rental accommodation to country farmhouses that are 400 years old.

Tweet Tweet Tweet Tweet Ruf vehicles carry their own type approval and serial numbers but are based on body in white unstamped chassis acquired from Porsche, which is a sure fire way to guarantee exclusivity. The original CTR from 1987 accelerated straight into first place as the fastest car in the world at the time, passing Porsche’s 959 and Ferrari’s F40 before reaching a terminal speed of 213mph thanks to a focus on aerodynamics (Ruf even removed the roof gutters and smoothed the bumpers to lower the drag coefficient) as well as sheer horsepower.

Officially rated as both 469bhp and 469PS, Alois Ruf commented at the time that the horsepower figure was the lowest acheived by any of the 29 Yellowbirds manufactured before adding that ‘they have very big horses in Pfaffenhausen (which sounds like an inoffensive term for a lady’s intimate area to me but I’ve checked on Google maps and it’s definitely a town in Germany).

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he tiny city state of Singapore is often voted one of the world’s best places to live, thanks to the strength of its infrastructure and public services. It is also one of the richest countries in the world, with one of the lowest crime rates and best reputations as an easy place to do business.

Among its disadvantages are its high population density, property prices and cost of living.

Rules are taken seriously with the frequent imposition of on-the-spot fines. Penalties can be imposed for littering, jaywalking and eating on the train. Bringing chewing gum into Singapore is banned.

Securing a permanent residence permit under the “global investor program” requires an investment of at least $1.8m in a business or venture capital fund. After five years, residents will have to meet extra conditions to renew their permit, including showing they, or their dependents, have been in Singapore for at least half that period.

Those who secure a permanent residence permit will pay income tax at progressive rates of up to 20 per cent on their Singapore income. All foreign income is exempt from tax, even if it is remitted to Singapore.

There is no capital gain tax, gift taxes or estate duty.

Buying property in Singapore is expensive, even though prices have fallen from their peak in 2013 as the government took deliberate steps to cool the overheated market.

There is a big choice ranging from condominiums to bungalows although prior approval is needed by foreigners from the government to buy property with land.

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The original Yellowbird became a cult classic at the hands of test driver Stefan Roser thanks to a video of him exhibiting what can only be described as a heroic display of driving prowess whilst taming a CTR around the Nurbürgring Nordschleife. If you haven’t seen it, type this into your web browser and ride along with him as he slides sideways past sportsbikes for two of the most impressive laps the notorious green hell has ever seen: http://bit.ly/1NeNqrJ

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So why have they decided to re-make the CTR and what makes this one so special? I think that part of the answer to this is purely just because they can and partly because they know they’ll sell. In fact, rumour has it that all 30 units have now been sold at a cost of €750,000 each, many of which had been claimed as soon as the rumour mill began to grind and long before a single vehicle had even been produced. With many of the 29 CTRs manufactured afresh in

Pfaffenhausen in 1987 (rather than the twenty to thirty subsequently converted customer cars) now changing hands for upwards of a million pounds apiece the 2017 Yellowbird is doubtlessly a competetively priced future classic. Or should that be ‘was’?

It’s the world’s first rear engined vehicle sporting a full carbon monocoque chassis (presumably only by virtue of the original model’s legacy rather than any form of technical advantage, given the application of the rules of physics) and according to Alois

seventies or eighties that’s a complete pig to drive (call me a masochist) this new version looks too much like a computer generated image for me; too accessible, polished, almost impossibly perfect. A modern feat of engineeering disguised as a ghost from the past. But I suspect that’s exactly what they were aiming for.

So who’s buying these? I’ve a strong suspicion that the answer is the same as to who’s snapping up the rest of the formerly affordable classic cars such as every single

“With many of the 29 CTRs manufactured afresh in Pfaffenhausen in 1987 now changing hands for upwards of a million pounds apiece the 2017 Yellowbird is doubtlessly a competetively priced future classic. Or should that be ‘was’?”

Ruf shares nothing in common with the original other than the colour and silhouette.

Oh, and possibly the rear view mirror, although he isn’t certain, apparently.

In a carbon-fibre nutshell? Putting down 710 horsepower from a 3.6 litre twin turbo flat six (anything else would surely be sacrilege, although to get them approved for the US market, where fifteen of the thirty being produced are heading, the engine is water rather than air cooled this time around) and reaching 223mph the reassuring part is that it boasts a braking setup that works far better than the under-braked original and up to date inboard suspension that’s less likely to spit you backwards into the notoriously expensive three-high sections of Armco on the Nordschleife when you kid yourself that you’ve got what Roser had in the late eighties. If I’m honest, as a stickler for anything manufacturered in the

model of Porsche 911 up to the 993, E30 BMW M3s and first generation Honda NSXs; the kids who grew up with posters of these cars on their walls aspiring to own them one day who have now become financially successful grown ups, a far cry from their early days yet the memories from car magazines long before the internet was available in every home still remain. These are the people who spent countless hours driving the Yellowbird behind the controller of a Playstation playing Test Drive II or Gran Turismo, with over 20 million virtual owners compared to the 29 individuals who possessed the actual production cars. These new owners are my generation. Whilst these resin infused masterpieces won’t be afflicted by rust it’s sad to say that they certainly won’t be around forever, so let’s enjoy playing with these toys before there’s no petrol left and those who’ve earned it on only have money left to burn.

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IOMBN Event...........................................................................................22 The Wedding Of Carly Wilson & Bryn Snallgrove....................24 Browne Caine & Co Wine Tasting Event.......................................26

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Culture Vulture........................................................................................28 Culture News..........................................................................................29 Isle of Architecture - Ilovethisbuilding..........................................30 My Name is - Jade Boylan..................................................................32 Upload........................................................................................................34

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AGENDA In The News........................................................................................................42 Talking Business.....................................................................................44 Movers & Shakers..................................................................................46 Career Ready...........................................................................................48

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WORDS Joshua Pattinson

When you admit to someone you are vegan they are mostly puzzled about why you would opt to not eat bacon. The aroma of bacon is equitable to the vapour from a crack pipe, apparently; for those hooked, life in abstinence is inconceivable. Although, I have never heard anyone say “I’d love to be Jewish, but you know, bacon”. I mean, that’d be ridiculous.

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I’m twenty-three with hair cut like Velcro.

It kind of gives people the flavor that I’m an EDL standard-bearer. The confusion is compounded. Thus far my favourite response is an accusatory: “wot, you’re vegan?”. Yes, but don’t worry, it’s not contagious.

Vegans don’t eat anything that is produced by or a part of an animal, including dairy, meat, fish and eggs. For lots of vegans, the reasons are a trifecta of environmentalism, nutrition and ethics, and for me in that order too.

I found partis pris Netflix documentaries Food Choices and Forks Over Knives really convincing. After an hour and a half of what seemed like science I was inculcated to a degree of evangelising the message myself.

One source, one perspective and I was sold. I asked Prof. Sanders, is a vegan diet healthier?

“No” he said, “It depends on who you are, where you live, what you do and what you like. There is no single ideal diet. If you have Coeliac disease, which affects one in a hundred, a vegan diet becomes difficult”.

Emeritus Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics Tom Sanders of King’s College London has been studying nutrition since the 1970s. He has spent his life contributing to the global conversation of vegan and vegetarian diets.

“Being a vegan, riding a bike and getting knocked off your bike by a large four wheel-drive vehicle, is a major predictor in risk of fractures” says Prof. Sanders.

I want to avoid the middle-age creep, cholesterol upticks and diabetic addictions as much as anyone else. But the science seems to suggest that providing you make healthy choices with vegan, vegetarian and omnivorous diets, that actually they’re all pretty much the same.

One in four in the UK is obese and over 60% are overweight. We’re not heading in the forwards direction, but rather the outwards.

I’m not being fatist but, collectively, we are the fattest in Europe. And some of the top killers in the country are diet-related.

Clearly we’re not doing enough. But veganism isn’t the answer, although it can for

“The agriculture and land sector are responsible for 24% of all greenhouse gas emissions – and livestock responsible for around half of that. Less demand for meat would make the environmental pressures more manageable.

“It is a large sector – energy needs to be decarbonised – but nearly a quarter of our global climate footprint coming from food production shows the scale of the problem – and the potential solution!” says Prof. Smith I wish I could share the same enthusiasm as Prof. Smith on the 2015 Paris Agreement.

“The ambition needs to be ratcheted up – but it puts the mechanism in place to do that. On the whole, I think it’s remarkable – over 190 countries signing up to keep temperature increase to well below 2 deg C against preindustrial is a massive accomplishment. So we need to find a way to make it work”.

Deforestation is a major concern in the climate conversation. The Amazon is being destroyed at a rate of one acre per second; the World Bank estimates that animal agriculture is responsible for up to 91% of land clearing in the Amazon.

A vegan’s yearly land footprint is one sixth of an acre. An omnivore’s is 18 times as much: three acres.

“In my research I found that vegan children were more likely to get whooping cough because their parents would not get them vaccinated. This is nothing to do with diet, but it does illustrate how beliefs influence health-related behavioUr”

“In my research I found that vegan children were more likely to get whooping cough because their parents would not get them vaccinated. This is nothing to do with diet, but it does illustrate how beliefs influence health-related behaviour”.

Vegans and vegetarians are universally shown to weigh less than meat eaters, which results in a decreased risk of diabetes, a condition which costs the NHS £25,000 every minute. Vegans and vegetarians stay alive a little longer, but this is compounded by lifestyle. It’s problematic to separate lifestyle choices from diet, making concrete conclusions challenging.

“It is possible to live on a vegan diet providing care is taken to avoid the main pitfalls – low vitamin B12 and calcium intake. I don’t think vegans need to take Omega-3 supplements.

Avoiding smoking, drugs and dangerous lifestyle choices have a much greater impact on morbidity and mortality than diet”.

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As a vegan I’m 32% less likely to visit hospital because of coronary heart disease compared to meat eaters. The absence of red meat and increased dietary fibre reduces risk of colorectal cancers. An Oxford epidemiological study found that overall there was slightly lower risk of cancer, but a slightly higher risk of respiratory problems.

individuals be a solution. “I don’t think there are any hard and fast answers. Humans can exist on a range of dietary intakes and there is no magic formula. Each diet has risks and benefits.

“On average the standard British diet has enough variety, but it would be better if people ate fewer animal products and more fruit and vegetables”, says Prof. Sanders.

Environmental reasons for adopting a vegan diet, on the other hand, are beyond reproach.

Most of us aren’t crazed vainglorious vulgarians like The Donald. Most of us believe that climate change is happening and that we should be doing something about it. Professor of Soils and Global Change at the University of Aberdeen Pete Smith has dedicated his life’s work to the environment.

He’s concerned about the direction climate change is heading, and “the need to feed 9-10 billion people by 2050”.

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Omnivorous diets are also water intensive. Animals obviously drink water. But, they also eat a lot food that takes a lot of water to grow. A third of the world’s fresh water in fact. Animal agriculture is clearly poor use of resources.

“Livestock production is 10-15% efficient in taking feed and converting it into meat or animal products”, says Prof. Pete Smith.

That means we have to feed animals a huge amounts food for a small return at the slaughterhouse.

There are over 7 billion people on this planet, and that number is increasing rapidly. As a globe we grow enough food for 10 billion people, yet 800 million go hungry. Because enough grain to feed 3.5 billion people is being fed to animals instead.

Veganism isn’t the vanguard of nutritional nirvana I thought it to be. But, moving from a meaty diet to one of plant foods is going to benefit you and the planet. We should try to be more preoccupied with having a stake in the future of our planet, rather than a steak on our dinner plate.

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WHAT’S ON Now – 21.04.2017

VALHALLA – LIFE AND DEATH IN VIKING BRITAIN.

//HOUSE OF MANANNAN, PEEL// The Vikings had strong beliefs in life after death and how their dead were commemorated and celebrated. Discover the evidence in this latest collaboration with York Archaeological Trust and explore the mythological Viking worlds of the afterlife.

And to celebrate the end of the exhibition join the Vikings of Mann for living history at its best on 16 April between 10am and 4pm, and see daily life in action and warriors fighting for a place in Valhalla.

Free, family fun (standard admission costs to the House of Manannan galleries apply).

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TYNWALD LUNCHTIME CONCERT

//TYNWALD CHAMBER, DOUGLAS// A unique opportunity to enjoy music and theatre in the Tynwald Chamber, between 1pm and 2pm. Devised and introduced by Charles Guard, the event is a celebration of democracy, with short talks about the architecture of the building, political speeches, anecdotes and short re-enactments of various political events. Musicians include choir Caarjyn Dooidjagh, Greg Joughin and Jonathon King, with local actors and performers.

The event is free – and brought to you by Isle of Architecture.

www.manxnationalheritage.im

Please visit www.facebook.com/ isleofarchitecture/events to reserve your seat.

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14.04 - 16.04.2017

SOPHIA MORRISON: THE FIRST CURATOR //MANX MUSEUM, DOUGLAS// Sophia Morrison is probably most wellknown now for her storybook ‘Manx Fairy Tales’, but she did much more than collect Manx fairy stories.

Learn about her varied life and work from promotion of Manx language and culture to her involvement in Manx politics and publishing – Sophia Morrison was a person who made things happen. www.manxnationalheritage.im

06.04 – 08.04.2017

CAMRA BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL

//VILLA MARINA, DOUGLAS// Over 150 beers plus ciders, perries and fruit wines all in the Royal Hall. Hot and cold food will be available in the adjacent Joe Loss Bar and, new this year, there will be live music in the Royal Hall from 8pm on Friday and Saturday evenings (small stage).

The Grand National will once again be shown live on the big screen in the Royal Hall on Saturday.

Tickets from www.villagaiety.com cover entry only, with souvenir glasses and drinks tokens available for purchase separately.

EASTER FESTIVAL OF RUNNING

//SOUTH & WEST OF THE ISLAND// Open to runners of all abilities - from novices to Olympians – this annual festival attracts around 400 competitors each year, including local clubs and many visiting athletes.

New for 2017, on Easter Sunday the organisers have changed the relay race format so both men and women run a 5k race. The change is to encourage those who are not part of a team and also to assist the slower runners. www.easterfestival.info

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EGG ROLLING

//CREGNEASH// 1.30pm – 4pm, this annual family fun event includes a best decorated egg competition (entries must be in by 2pm), egg rolling challenges and a welly walk. See the website for more information. www.manxnationalheritage.im

21.04 - 29.04.2017

MANX NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF MUSIC, SPEECH AND DANCE (THE ‘GUILD’)

//VILLA MARINA, DOUGLAS// The 125th anniversary of the festival popularly known as ‘The Guild’. This week long series of competitions and performances culminates on the final night, when the winners of all six special solo classes compete for the Cleveland Medal, donated annually by the Cleveland (Ohio) Manx Society.

Full details and ticket availability from www.villagaiety.com Details of all classes and winners from www.manxmusicfestival.org

27.04 - 30.04.2017

MANX CLASSIC SPRINT & HILL CLIMB

//ISLAND WIDE// One sprint, two hill climbs on closed roads in this annual classic car event.

Details of road closures and competitors from www.manxmotorracing.com

28.04 – 01.05.2017

ISLE OF MAN WALKING FESTIVAL

//ISLAND WIDE// The popular Isle of Man Walking Festival takes place over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend. All levels of walkers will find something to enjoy, with a variety of guided walks around the stunning scenery of the Isle of Man including the coast and glens, heritage and even a walk to search for the wild wallabies. www.facebook.com/WalkingFestivalIOM/

29.04 – 01.05.2017

2017 ISLE OF MAN ART FESTIVAL

//ISLAND WIDE// Now into its sixth year, the island’s annual celebration of visual art provides a wealth of inspiration and opportunities to discover local artists, with open access to artist studios, exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations right across the Isle of Man. www.creativenetwork.im

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14-16 APRIL, 2017

Coachella

Indio, California The polo fields of non­descript Indio in the Southern California desert transform each spring into one of the world’s most sought­-after musical playgrounds when The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival comes to town. The main draw has always been Coachella’s pull as a music festival, with a diverse lineup ranging from the hip-and-up-and-coming to the absolute monsters of rock. Today, this hot festival has become a monster of its own, typically described as just “Coachella.” www.coachella.com 14 APRIL, GOOD FRIDAY

World Marbles Championships

The Greyhound, Tinsley Green, West Sussex You probably played marbles as a kid but did your parents ever tell you that if you knuckled down and worked on your tolley’s you could be a world champion?

The championships are held each year in the car park of this West Sussex pub – the Wembley of marbles – when around 140 competitors vie for championship honours inside a 6ft concrete circle. It might sound like a lark but it’s no gimmick; the championships have been held here since 1932 and attracts some serious competitors. www.greyhoundmarbles.com

Isle of Man Steam Packet Company to be exclusive sponsor of Douglas Carnival for second successive year The agreement will see the company sponsor all prize categories in the carnival parade: • Best Float £250; • Best Walking Group or Band £250; • People’s Choice £250; • Best Overall Entry £250; • Best Youth Group £50; • Best Charity Entry £50; • Best Corporate Entry £50; • Best Vehicle £50; • Best National Group £50; • Best Dancing Group £50; • Best Agricultural Entry £50.

The 2017 Douglas Carnival is on Sunday July 16, starting at 3.00pm.

To register to take part in the carnival parade visit douglascarnival.im

Harbour2Harbour Walk returns for fourth year with continued support from Dandara The Harbour2Harbour Walk will return for its fourth year on Sunday 21st May, and organisers have announced there will be a second, shorter route this year so more people can get involved.

The coastal walk, sponsored by awardwinning developer Dandara for the second time, is organised by Southern Community Initiatives (SCI) to raise money for a number of important local community projects, including Men in Sheds and SPort Erin. There will also be a donation to Beach Buddies.

For route information go to: www.facebook.com/harbour2harbour

APRIL 30, 2017

Beltane Fire Festival

Edinburgh, United Kingdom How many holidays, seasons and festivals have you celebrated by lighting a fire?

We’re not talking about the Yule Log on TV, but the real thing—bright, hot, passionate fire. Pack your bags for Edinburgh and learn about fire’s role in the Beltane Fire Festival to welcome the longer days as we careen towards summer. The ancient festival of Beltane marked the beginning of summer, and was held on the night before May 1. Because the changing of the seasons was a big deal to the pastoral Celtic peoples, the start of summer meant a time of light and growth to come. www.beltane.org

Annual Road Show supported by Manx Telecom and LJ Partnership LJ Partnership, one of the original Corporate Members for Manx Wildlife Trust, and Manx Telecom, one of our newest Gold Members have come together to support the MWT Road Show by sponsoring the display boards that will travel around the Island.

MWT benefitted from Manx Telecom’s fantastic “It’s our Community Awards” which part funded the display boards, while LJ Partnership generously donated the other half.

LJ Partnership, established in 1990 on the Island, first as Skye Fiduciary, and later as CM Skye first pledged their

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support to MWT in 1996 to become one of the first Corporate Members.

Manx Telecom, one of the largest employers on the Island, is passionate about the local community and environment and this is clear in the funding they provide through their It’s Our Community Award scheme.

The Road Show has been designed to help all ages learn more about seals that live around our Island and will be positioned in many prominent locations around the Island. If you would like to find out more about the locations please go to www.manxwt.org.uk

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ME & MY PET

HUMAN QUESTIONS Laura Collister Breed: Human Age? 29 Likes? Motorsport especially BriSCA F2.

Spending time with family and friends, I also love my gym classes, like Metafit, Pound and Clubbercise!

Dislikes? Bad drivers, salads and hangovers If animal what would you be? A giraffe as they are extremely cute and I’m nosey!

Favourite food? Roast dinners Where do you live? Douglas, Isle of Man Where do you work? Menzies Aviation, Isle of Man Do you have any more pets? No

The best and worst thing about having a pet is?

Best- Endless amount of love and cuddles Worst- I honestly can’t think of one! If I had to, it’s probably cleaning up after him Interesting fact: My guilty pleasure is WWE, my favourite wrestler has to be Stone Cold Steve Austin

Would you have any more pets? Oh yes!

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Mila

PET QUESTIONS Carra (As in Carragher)

Changing a cat’s name is not usually a problem but dogs recognise their names and so we encourage canine adopters to keep the status quo. Mila, the striking-looking Rottweiler, has a lovely name that suits her – Mila is an Eastern European term for ‘gracious’.

She is five years old and she is a very obedient and intelligent dog who is quick to learn. Ideally her new owner will have a knowledge of the Rottweiler breed and will not have young children because, although Mila does not have any behavioural issues and she came to us because her previous owner developed health problems, she is a dog who needs appropriate handling. The kennels team will help any potential adopter introduce their existing dog to Mila, and so the process can be managed safely.

Breed? I’m a mixture of Bearded Collie and Bichon Frise Age? 8 Likes? Tummy rubs, treats, lasagne and crawling into mum and dad’s bed when I’m cold Dislikes? Baths, well water in general and the vets If human what would you be? Jamie Carragher, my dad named me after him!

Favourite food? Lasagne!

Why do you love your human? They take care of me and take me to nice places for walks If you had one wish what would you wish for? Endless amounts of tummy rubs and treats Interesting fact: My dislike to water came from when I was a puppy and I accidentally fell into the pond

Burger and Fries Not only do this lovely pair of young cats have unusual names (which a new owner can change if they wish!) they are unusual in another way too – they are polydactyl cats. This means that they have an extra toe on each of their feet which makes them seem enormous and they look as though they are wearing furry slippers. The author Ernest Hemingway was a famous aficionado of polydactyl cats, after being first given a six-toed cat by a ship’s captain. His former home in Florida is now a museum and it currently houses approximately 50 descendants of his cats about half of which are polydactyl. Because of his love for these animals, polydactyl cats are sometimes referred to as ‘Hemingway Cats’.

Our two are very special albeit still a little shy, but they are getting braver and more sociable by the day.

ManxSPCA • Ard Jerkyll, East Foxdale • Tel: 851672

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THE BEE ALL & END ALL WORDS Abigail Ali PHOTO Jason Dodd

As humans, we rely on the integral role these fascinating insects play in our ecosystem so intricately that in a world without the honey bee, we would lose out on much more than just their divine golden nectar. In fear of getting stung by our self destructive practises, it’s time to sweeten our attitudes to the fear stinging stigma and warm to the swarm.

KEEPING THE BUZZ

The unforeseen company of a bee on an otherwise delightful summer’s day is often met with a hysteric flight response, the duck and cover or a few defensive windmill arms for good measure (despite opposing advice by those who are not mistaken for a hydrangea). Although more gentle natured than their distant aggressive wasp cousins, sporting the same danger stripes has overall, left these misunderstood little stripy guys with a pretty dismal street cred.

And sadly, they’ve got a lot more going against them than just swatting hands.

Native populations in the UK are now completely extinct as a result of modern farming methods and the environmental impact of imported hybrids. These devastating practises are threatening some 20,000 different species around the world impacting the fragile balance of an ecosystem that we depend on with it.

The extraordinary life of a bee begins as an asexual egg deep down within the intricacies of a hexagonal hive.

The complex hive is constructed by the worker bees out of beeswax, one of the many byproducts a honey bee produces through ingesting and regurgitating nectar and pollen. This truly symbiotic environment with a rigorous social order and structured architecture to suit, puts human society to shame. Each sex has a specific role in the intricate operation, predetermined by the fertilization of the egg and assigned the unanimous lifelong task of sustaining the Queen Bee and the order she demands within her hive. The worker bees are infertile females, hatched only from a fertilized egg alongside the reproducing males known as ‘drones’. Together, they keep the colony at an exact equilibrium.

If the Queen is young and mating, the ‘worker bees’ will sense her demand through pheromone communication and lay an unfertilized egg in a larger cell to hatch a male for the Queen to mate with.

In turn, the Queen herself will produce worker bees which are devoted to a life of service building the hive, rearing the young and gathering nectar and pollen to produce the byproducts that sustain the

colony. Although the full uses of honey bee byproduct are not known as well as honey, propolis and beeswax for use in beauty products are highly sought after. Entirely self sufficient, they also produce royal jelly; a protein rich food source, sap for lining and creating cells and of course honey, one of the only foods that includes all the elements necessary to sustain life! This demand puts a particular threat to the hive if farmed unsustainably as the extraction process within the hive is highly intrusive.

As the female is also the only honey bee with a sting, she will give her life to protect her hive unable to survive once she’s released the barbed spike. Worker bees by name and certainly by nature. It’s a stark contrast to the life of a male drone. They may find themselves quickly redundant as the Queen can mate for just 1 year and

“Native populations in the UK are now completely extinct as a result of modern farming methods and the environmental impact of imported hybrids. ” stay fertile for the rest of her life producing lava without ever having to mate again.

This leaves the drones free to fly the nest in search of a new mating Queen but it’s not exactly a promising career alternative for him either. Once the drone has mated, he instantly dies. Talk about inequality in the workplace! However, when the time comes for a new colony to begin, a drone can earn his stripes. Once the Queen Bee slows down producing eggs, usually at about 5 years old, a new cell at the epicentre of the hive will be prepared big enough for a new Queen to take throne within. Intentionally fed higher levels of royal jelly (the grass fed rump steak of the bee world) extraordinarily the lava will develop into the new Queen bee, entirely determined by this protein rich diet. Once the new Queen has hatched, the drones

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will seek out a nearby hollowed out tree, put the worker bees to hive construction detail and along with half of the existing colony, the original Queen will transfer to her newly built palace. Once the new hive is established the males may transfer from one to the other to mate with the Queen and bring important genetic variation to the local growing population.

This miraculous way of procreating allows them to populate areas with just a few breeding females. It is a crucial element to the biodiversity within this species giving a natural combination to their genetic structure. The lack of such variation within imported hybrids exposes native populations to foreign parasites and disease completely invasive to their harmonious environment. Ultimately, this was one of the main causes of the demise of the native population.

In consideration that almost all of civilizations food supply relies upon the honey bee for the natural process of pollination, it is of global interest to support their feeding habits as well as our own. When gathering pollen and nectar which they transfer into an array of by products, excess pollen attaches to the light bristly hairs of their bodies and saddle packs on their back legs. This pollen is then transferred in flight and upon landing, fertilises other plants and flowers as it travels sometimes up to 6 miles beyond the hive. This natural occurrence of fertilization causes successful seed and fruit production for plants and ensures that a plant will produce a full set of viable seeds. Sustaining a food source without this naturally occurring process is an arduous task as some states in China have experienced. Having decimated their local bee population, China cannot sustain even imported swarms because of the lethal effects of insecticides used so vastly across their country. As a desperate last resort in some areas, they have taken to hand pollinating crop fields individually using a paintbrush to collect and transfer pollen. Quite a staggering time and energy consuming task especially in consideration that by sustaining the bee population, nature will provide.

So how are we going to keep the buzz?

• Sustain a natural habitat by encouraging year round blooming plants and flowers in your garden giving bees access to pollen year round. They are especially attracted to bright blue, purple and violet flowers • Bees love: mint, rosemary, thyme, oregano, lavender, wild fruits and berries (and yummy for us too) • Avoid pesticides and insecticides as they are poising any chances the bees may have!

• Use a local honey farmer with sustainable extraction methods, or eco hives.

• Know your stripes from your, well other kind of stripes and don’t be so quick to swat. They arent there to hurt you, they’ve got quite the extensive work detail to be prioritizing!

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in NUMBERS NEWS More than 40 athletes from a dozen sports have been chosen for the Isle of Man Sport Aid’s (IOMSA) scholarship programme. Each scholarship provides a combination of financial support towards travel and equipment, plus access to services at the Isle of Man Sport Institute.

£50,000 The Isle of Man has responded swiftly to an appeal launched by the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) to address the emerging crisis in East Africa. £50,000 has been donated from the Emergency Aid budget to provide life-saving support to agencies working in South Sudan, Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia, where drought and conflict have left millions of people in immediate need of food, water and medical treatment.

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Tynwald is proposing putting up the Island’s minimum wage.

Workers over 25 will get an extra 50p an hour under the proposals - a rise of 7.1 per cent.

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A new £7.2m mental health unit will open on the Isle of Man in April.

Tynwald approved funding for the hospital, which will replace Grianagh Court in Braddan. The new facility will accommodate up to 26 patients 30% more than at present.

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Culture Vannin is delighted to announce its 2017 bursary scheme for young fluent speakers of Manx between the ages of 18 and 25 that will enable them to attend a summer school in Irish language and culture run by Oideas Gael in Donegal this summer. Two bursaries will be available which will cover travel and accommodation costs to the selected summer school.

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The number of registered unemployed decreased by 254 in February 2017 compared with February 2016. During the month 876 job vacancies were notified to the Job Centre. The figure is the lowest February figure since 2005.

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GAS workers in Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man have gone two years without sustaining a lost time injury. International Energy Group recently revealed that it had reached more than half a million working hours without a single member of staff losing a day or shift through an injury sustained at work.

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EAT, BRIBE, BEG

No-one tells you that parenting is mostly about fighting through meal times Words: Clare Bowie

It starts at birth. They arrive with a built in sensor which alerts them to your meal times. As soon as you pick up a fork the sensor kicks in and they majestically time their crying /puking/poo-ing session to co-incidence with your dinner. Every. Day. Without. Fail! Food will now be consumed cold, standing up and with one hand.

Then they start eating. Welcome to your new mushy and messy life. There will be a lot of orange food that actually stains your child’s face, and they just can’t resist a quick hair rub with their orange mitts.

If all else fails, they just chuck it at you or regurgitate it. Hello splattered walls!

Next up, they feed themselves which means they work out where the biscuits are and get really good at begging, whinging and generally covering their whole face and body with digestive biscuit residue.

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Meal time misery. Meal times are not fun, enjoyable or a chance to catch up on everyone’s day, they are a forum to beg, bribe and berate your child on their eating habits. And a chance for the child to dig their heels in and experience a new level of rebellion and control that only a hunger striker knows.

You say (in a faux casual way) “Mmm, this is delicious,” but let’s face it, you’re not fooling anyone. The kid will hardly eat a chicken nugget for crying out loud so just put the parsnip aside and remember that, the packet of jaffa cakes they had earlier will keep them going until bedtime. There’s a cure for scurvy these days isn’t there?

for food an hour after dinner when you’ve lost the will to live you won’t care anymore.

And so the “cheerios and raisins all you can eat buffet” is declared open for business.

Prepare for crunching underfoot.

“How do you know if you haven’t even tried it?” This is usually said through gritted teeth and some parents *may* even have tried to unlock those stubborn little jaws to prise a tiny morsel in, because the kid may actually realise they love it and who doesn’t enjoy being force fed?? It’s one for the family memory bank, no?

“One more bite”. This is the epitome of the power struggle. As if one more bite for mankind will actually matter in the grand scheme of things. Plus that one will bite might take them 20 minutes to swallow and honestly who has the patience to witness that shenanigans when Eastenders is about to start?

”Look at your brother/sister/cat/dog/ neighbour/cousin eating theirs up.” Yip, you try and shame your child by comparing them to others. It’s a good way to start chipping off their self esteem and one all parent knows only too well. God only knows where all that sibling rivalry and resentment comes from!

“You won’t get any dessert”. Now, you’re just lying because when they come begging

“It’s good for you” Pah, one kind of parent are you?

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TV DINNER COOKING SHOWS COMING SOON WORDS Grant Runyon ILLUSTRATION Roanna Farmer

Entertainment media thrives on stories about how rock stars and Hollywood actors are wallowing in obscene wealth, but there’s another form of entertainment that is quietly earning big money, a place where the most elaborate special effect is choux pastry and the white powder is (mostly) icing sugar. TV cooking shows might not grab the headlines, but in terms of bang for your buck it’s considerably cheaper to pull in ten million viewers by plonking Mel & Sue in a tent full of wilting buns than it is to indulge Bono or let Tom Cruise pretend he’s some kind of Freudian space bishop.

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Like anything more exciting than lawn bowls cooking has been described as “the new rock & roll”, but its true appeal is the precise opposite of the spirit that made Ozzy Osbourne bite the head off a bat. Cooking is popular because in an increasingly insane world watching somebody gently make pies on TV provides an essential, calming respite from reality.

Imagine Ozzy Osbourne nibbling the end off an eclair, whilst Mary Berry plays a solo on a piping bag full of creme anglaise. Not rock and roll, but in today’s world it’s like slipping your brain into a warm bath.

The relatively low cost of producing even the glitziest cooking programme means that TV bosses searching for the next big hit are chucking around around cash like Gordon Ramsey lobbing carrots at a kitchen porter. Nigella could get a blank cheque just for doing a programme where she just makes porridge in a lacy basque, and even Ainsley Harriott is able to insist on being referred to as “Mr Loverman”

Personally I’d like to see a show based around disastrous first dinner dates, or the horrific cringe potential of boozy workrelated socialising. You can almost hear George Lamb sarcastically describing the preparation of a risotto for somebody you fancied at the gym but you’re now trying to poison before they can have sex with you, or the grim, grim reality of chugging too many bellinis and realising a senior colleague has said something offensive and is waiting for you to laugh.

The Bake Off replacement: has it been in the oven too long?

The producers of Bake Off thought they were going to run away from the BBC, but it turns out that everybody bar Paul Hollywood is loyal to Auntie and they blew up the tent on the way out. There’s now a Victoria sponge-sized hole in the beeb’s autumn schedules for a gentle competition where ordinary people compete to produce something that is different enough to cakes that nobody will get sued. Legal issues

“ Imagine Ozzy Osbourne nibbling the end off an eclair, whilst Mary Berry plays a solo on a piping bag full of creme anglaise. Not rock and roll, but in today’s world it’s like slipping your brain into a warm bath.” whilst he chops runner beans with a machete, wearing shades and furs in a TV studio modelled on Scatman Crothers’ gaff in The Shining. If you haven’t seen Heston Blumenthal in a while it’s because Channel 5 have paid him to do a ten part series on sheep offal from a missile base in a dormant volcano. Even with all this, our craving for cooking telly isn’t even close to being satisfied. Let’s see what’s next on the menu.

Cringe surprise: awkward dining experience with real people

The person who came up with the idea for Come Dine With Me deserves to be a multi-millionaire, because they’ve managed to build a TV phenomenon out of a raw material that is more common than mud, namely British social awkwardness. Unlike other reality shows, which require at least a cohort of people who think they can sing or dance, CDWM could point its cameras at any five British strangers and serve up a steaming plate of hideous social gaffes, deluded menu selections and terrible hosting practices. Thirty series in and the cellar hasn’t run dry, but it’s inevitable somebody is working on a copycat format.

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aside, finding a substitute is harder than it sounds - cakes are varied to look at, require more skill than you think and have the magic effect of making you feel hungry and slightly sinful just by looking at them.

Bread is rarely spectacular and pizza is all flat, so the most likely outcome for an ovenbased cooking competition is that they’re just going to broaden it to involve anything that British people can conceivably cook in one - from quick starters to a five-bird roast that takes eleven hours of preparation.

Yes, there will be cakes, but the people of Britain will be competing on a battlefield where pies lock swords with pasta bakes and a joint of beef will be judged alongside soufflés, sausage casseroles and sticky toffee pudding. It will be like Gladiators, but will mostly involve people getting very fat and needing to loosen their belts like a farting uncle at Christmas.

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some long, naughty sales in the cookbook market. Nigella is the reigning Queen of Hearts & Tarts, but eventually she will retire to her soft-focus palace to be fed eclairs by a bevy of toy boys, which will leave room for new challengers to sauce it off amongst themselves in the hopes of claiming her sticky toffee throne. The field is wild open: will the new Madame of the Macaron be another flirtatious posh lady, or will the tiramisu tiara be claimed by a hot-buttered working class crumpet? If this all sounds appallingly sexist, don’t forget that we are talking about a programme format that has a 50 year-old millionaire mum pretending to sneak downstairs in a satin nightie to dip strawberries in warm chocolate. It could be that the most efficient way to meet the “needs” of Nigella’s army of dad fans is simply to introduce a culinary element to that mainstay of the high number satellite channels, Babecast, by getting the depressed looking girls to add cookery to their repertoire of onscreen performances.

Text in now if you want Sandra from Dagenham to make a meringue, or call the private number and Chardonnay will tell you how she’d poach your egg.

A double serving of unpretentious man food, topped with bacon

My own favourite TV theme is the subgenre of cooking shows that involve a fattish middle-aged man travelling to normal restaurants and eating things a normal fattish middle-aged man would eat, sometimes but not always given an extra dimension by being served extra spicy or in an obscenely large portion size. Man vs.

Food man and Guy Fieri have become stars largely via their convincing portrayal of how normal blokes deal with that big pizza or burger that is so good that you finish the lot, even though you’re so full you might end up being sick onto the passenger seat of the car. There’s millions of those men out there (I know because I am one) so I’d like to suggest a TV series themed around me enjoying a number of beers and then purchasing a kebab, a battered sausage or some special fried rice. The budget will be less than twenty quid per episode, and viewers who can’t get enough can enjoy web-only catch up clips following the morning-after progress of my heart problems, irritable bowel syndrome and gout. It’s TV gold, I tell you.

Dripping with sauce: TV with sex appeal

It’s a lot harder to pull off (steady!), but when a programme maker successfully blends food with sex appeal you’ve got a recipe for a massive thrust in ratings and

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Just random things to amuse you.

Foodie Facts

Apples belong to the rose family, as do pears and plums.

One of the most popular pizza toppings in Brazil is green peas.

The oldest evidence for soup is from 6,000 B.C. and calls for hippopotamus and sparrow meat

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The winner of the 2013 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating contest consumed 69 hot dogs in 10 minutes.

Picture the scene: you're losing blood fast and the nearest supplies of replacement blood are days away. You'll die if you don't get that blood replaced fast but it looks as if there's no option but to give up hope. Unless you've been subjected to the internet or this edition of Gallery you might not have heard that coconut water is the same as human plasma. Or is it?

Well, not quite. Plasma has high levels of sodium and low levels of potassium, whereas coconut water (the clear stuff inside the coconut, not to be confused with coconut milk which is an emulsion of the coconut water and the shell's flesh) contains low levels of sodium and high levels of potassium making it the exact opposite and closer to the composition of the liquid found inside your red blood cells. Coconut water is also quite acidic and packed full of magnesium and calcium so isn't going to do you any favours in the event of kidney failure or burns.

However, in an emergency, believe it or not, coconut water can (and most crucially has) successfully been given intravenously as a substitute for blood on a number of documented occasions as far back as WWII, with extensive studies being carried out in Honduras, the USA and Thailand in 1954 where only round 7% of the test subjects suffered any adverse effects. None of them died, incidentally, the adverse effects were more along the lines of headaches, tingling sensations, itchiness and fever most likely caused by the higher than usual levels of potassium in their blood.

The Dunkin’ Donuts in South Korea offer doughnut flavors such as Kimchi Croquette and Glazed Garlic.

Milt, which is a delicacy around the world, is fish sperm.

McDonald’s sells 75 hamburgers every second of every day.

One fast food hamburger may contain meat from over a hundred different cows.

Ketchup was used as a medicine in the 1800s to treat diarrhea, among other things.

Getting it in the bag

The tea bag as we now know it came about completely by accident when American tea merchant Thomas Sullivan began sending tea sampes out to his customers in small silken bags and the customers mistakenly thought that they were intended to be immersed directly into hot water rather than removed and infised using a tea ball or loose, as was the done thing at the time. When customers commented that the mesh used for the bags was too fine, Sullivan responded by creating bags made of gauze and thus the tea bag was born!

Prepare to have your stomach turned...

L-Cysteine

Found in some breads, L-Cysteine is made from HUMAN HAIR, making bread a tiny bit like Soylent Green. Don't tell anyone though or you might be shot by somebody toting a revolver. There's none of it in whole grain bread though apparently, so there's never been a better time to take the healthy option!

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The ingredients found in much of the food we eat are made up of a fair few of borderline unpronounceable words. Here are a couple of them and what they actually mean for you to wince over.

Castoreum

Sometimes used in vanilla and raspberry flavoured ice creams, this stuff is aparently made from the anal secretions & urine from a beaver. Which, according to dietary experts, is absolutely fine. Let's try and forget about all of that before summer arrives though, yeah?

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THE ISLE OF MAN BUSINESS NETWORK EVENT

Location: Bar George Photos: dollsfactory.net

The Isle of Man Business Network (“IOMBN”) held two significant events at Bar George on Thursday 9th March.

The event kicked off with the IOMBN’s AGM seeing outgoing Vice-Chairman, Richard Smith, taking over as Chairman of the committee for the next 12 months.

Outgoing Chairman Rachael Hooper became President and committee member Katie Nicholson was voted in as this year’s Vice-Chairman. Outgoing President and past Chairman, Kate Parrish, remains on the committee to head up the marketing team.

Once the formalities had been finalised, the wine tasting commenced and was conducted around a blind tasting quiz where the teams had to try and guess the wines, only from the taste, smell and appearance. The winning team was: “Put a Cork in it.”

The next IOMBN event is their ever popular “Speed Networking” event on Thursday 30th March at Noa Bakehouse. Please contact events@iombn.im for more information.

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THE WEDDING OF CARLY WILSON AND BRYN SNALLGROVE

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BROWNE CRAINE & CO WINE TASTING EVENING

Location: Vino Wine Bar, Douglas Photos: Matt Mosur

Browne Craine & Co hosted their first informal wine tasting evening on Thursday 23rd February at Vino Wine Bar on the Quay in Douglas. With a variety of eight different wines available to taste from the “wine juke box”, guests helped themselves to a wine of their choice, with most guests taking advantage of trying out all of the varieties of red, white and rose wines on display.

Here’s a selection of photographs from the evening.

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CULTURE VULTURE What’s on ART WORKSHOPS // ISLE GALLERY, ST JOHNS// ArtReach at the Isle Gallery has released dates of their popular courses for 2017 including beginners classes in acrylics, watercolours and oil painting, ceramics, printing and much much more. There are separate workshops for teenagers and children. The classes are supported by the Isle of Man Arts Council and sponsored by Old Mutual.

Full details, costs and booking forms can be found at: www.theislegallery. com

now – 07.05.2017 CUT FROM THE SAME CLOTH //SAYLE GALLERY, DOUGLAS//

In this joint exhibition, mother and daughter Julie and Alice Fayle will show a development of a non- traditional, imaginative and ethereal use of cloth. There are similarities in qualities of fragility but differences in techniques, subject matter and product. www.sayle.gallery | www.facebook. com/saylegallery

now – 14.05.17 FALSE IDOLS //THE ISLE GALLERY, TYNWALD MILLS//

This exhibition of new work from artist James Duggan will include both large scale and smaller paintings - many influenced by his highly regarded street art and murals. As always, expect some surprises from Jimmy, who will be reintroducing found items as well as adding some pop surrealism to his contemporary portraiture. www/facebook.com/jamesdugganart www.facebook.com/theislegallery

02.04.2017 ISLE OF MAN CHORAL SOCIETY and ISLE OF MAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA //VILLA MARINA, DOUGLAS//

This annual spring event, which takes at 2.30pm in the Royal Hall, will include Mendelssohn’s Hymn of Praise, John Rutter’s Gloria and Mascagni’s Easter Hymn from his opera Cavalleria Rusticana – in aid of the Manx Wildlife Trust.

Tickets £13 (Under 18s, £3) from www. villagaiety.com.

06.04.2017 CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE TALK – HANNAH CORLETT //NOA BAKEHOUSE, DOUGLAS//

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APRIL architecture, Manx woman Hannah Corlett, founder and director of London architects ASSEMBLAGE, will talk about her career highlights to date, including winning an International competition to design the New Iraq Parliament in 2012 and being highly commended at the International Women in Architecture Awards in 2014.

Tickets £5, from www.facebook.com/ isleofarchitecture/events

10.04.2017 TYNWALD LUNCHTIME CONCERT //TYNWALD CHAMBER, DOUGLAS//

A unique opportunity to enjoy music and theatre in the Tynwald Chamber, between 1pm and 2pm. Devised and introduced by Charles Guard, the event is a celebration of democracy, with short talks about the architecture of the building, political speeches, anecdotes and short re-enactments of various political events. Musicians include choir Caarjyn Dooidjagh, Greg Joughin and Jonathon King, with local actors and performers.

The event is free – and brought to you

by Isle of Architecture. Please visit www.facebook.com/isleofarchitecture/ events to reserve your seat.

15.04-21.04.2017 MADF EASTER FESTIVAL OF PLAYS //GAIETY THEATRE, DOUGLAS// Seven productions from seven different amateur theatre companies from across the British Isles. Ticket for individual performances or for a season ticket for all seven. www.villagaiety.com

27.04.2017 CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE TALKS: BUILDING IN THE COUNTRYSIDE. //NOA BAKEHOUSE, DOUGLAS//

Talks from local architects, and planners, and architect Jasmin Eastwood who was co-designer of the ‘Alternative Douglas Masterplan’ for her Masters’ qualification and is now working on education and culture projects for Sheppard Robson in Manchester.

Tickets from www.facebook.com/ isleofarchitecture/events

27.04-28.04.2017 NOEL & GERTIE //GAIETY THEATRE, DOUGLAS//

Helen Power, who is from the Isle of Man, stars in this production of the Matthew Townsend Productions show which chronicles the legendary lifelong friendship of playwright Noel Coward and actress Gertrude Lawrence.

Featuring songs, sketches and scenes from some of Coward’s best works, it pays tribute to two of the best-loved performers of this century while taking a well-orchestrated trip down memory lane.

Tickets £18 (£15 seniors and under 16s) available from www.villagaiety.com, the box office on 01624 600555 or the Welcome Centre.

30.04.2017 JEFF LANG //NOA BAKEHOUSE, DOUGLAS//

Jonno Promotions brings Jeff Lang, godfather of Austaliana, back to the Isle of Man for a one-off gig at Noa. Universally acclaimed as a truly great guitar player, Jeff is an inspired live performer and a startlingly original singer-songwriter.

Tickets are £20 and can be obtained from www.eTickets.im/jp or direct from Noa Bakehouse.

Isle of Architecture - April Events

Isle of Architecture, the year-long celebration of the Island’s built environment, has four events planned for April. More information from www.facebook.com/isleofarchitecture/ events where you can also book/reserve tickets.

Saturday 1 April

A ‘pop-up’ gig in the Crow’s Nest at the Sea Terminal.

Thursday 6 April

Isle of Architecture: Talk on Contemporary Architecture from Manx architect Hannah Corlett, director of London architects ASSEMBLAGE, at Noa Bakehouse.

Monday 10 April

Tynwald Chamber Concert. Charles Guard and friends present an entertaining hour of political stories, music and anecdotes from the Tynwald Chamber. Free lunchtime performance, booking essential.

Thursday 27 April

Isle of Architecture: Building in the Countryside – talks from local architects and planners, and from Jasmin Eastwood, Manx architect currently working in Manchester. At Noa Bakehouse.

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A CREATIVE DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: ISLE OF MAN ART FESTIVAL 2017

The Creative Network is delighted to announce that the Isle of Man Art Festival will take place over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend: Saturday 29 April, Sunday 30 April and Monday 1 May 2017.

Now into its sixth year, the island’s annual celebration of visual art provides a wealth of inspiration and opportunities to discover local artists, with open access to artist studios, exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations right across the Isle of Man. The festival’s official opening will be held at Noa Bakehouse in Douglas on Thursday 20 April at 6pm. Opened by Clare Christian, patron of the Isle of Man Arts Council, the launch will include an audio-visual display of last year’s festival events and an introduction to artists contributing this year.

Other venues for exhibitions and artist demonstrations include the House of Manannan in Peel, the Sayle Gallery in

Douglas, and the Hodgson Loom Gallery in Laxey.

More than 40 artists are participating, spanning a huge range of disciplines including painting, illustration, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, print-making and photography. As usual, visitors will be able to get involved in a whole range of creative activities, including workshops based on textile art, fabric design and wearable art run by the Sayle Gallery and artist Alice Fayle, Artist in Residence at the Youth Arts Centre.

by the Isle of Man Arts Council, Manx National Heritage, Peel Commissioners and partner galleries.

Entrance to studios, demonstrations and exhibition venues for the full three days will be by purchase of a festival passport at £5 – with everyone under 18 going free! All venues will be open between 11am and 5pm each day.

More news on workshops, demonstrations and creative activities to come soon. For updates, visit creativenetwork.im or follow Creative Network IoM on Facebook.

The Isle of Man Art Festival is organised

by The Creative Network, an artists’ cooperative with the shared aim of promoting art and artists on the Island and beyond. Valuable support is provided

MOORE STEPHENS SPONSORS ISLE OF MAN ART SOCIETY EASTER EXHIBITION 2017

Moore Stephens Isle of Man is proud to sponsor the Isle of Man Art Society and be associated with the Society’s annual Easter Exhibition.

Gavin Carter’s Fish Totem has now been installed amongst the trees in the Valla Marina Gardens. This wood sculpture was part of last year’s Art in the Park, where Gavin taught visitors some of his wood carving techniques to create the fish, which - now painted - appear to fly through the trees. The totem was carved from the trunk of a diseased Larch tree which Gavin had previously felled himself.

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This year’s exhibition at the Onchan Village Walk Precinct will be opened officially by the Honourable Steve Rodan, MLC, President of Tynwald, at a private preview evening on Tuesday 11 April. The exhibition will then open for public visiting daily from Wednesday 12 to Monday 17 April from 10am to 5pm (Thursday 13 April open from 10am to 8pm).

“We’re thrilled to be supporting the Isle of Man Art Society’s Easter Exhibition again this year,” commented Moore Stephens partner and art enthusiast Clive Dixon.

“The Isle of Man has an amazing number of very talented artists and as a great

supporter, I look forward to seeing what local artists have created for us this year.”

Practicing what he preaches, Clive has translated his love of art into his profession by restoring the Moore Stephens Douglas offices on Athol Street and installing a diverse collection of artwork including paintings and sculptures, all by local artists.

“We are grateful and excited to have the support of Moore Stephen again this year.

Their genuine enthusiasm and dedication to the local art scene makes their sponsorship a perfect fit,” said David Sayle, IOM Art Society Chairman.

The Isle of Man Art Society has been established for over 60 years and while promoting established local artists, they encourage any individual to get involved in the world of art.

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COMPETITION Here are just some of the entries received so far for our exciting new #ilovethisbuilding competition to win a weekend at the Manx National Heritage cottage at the Lhen. Thanks to everyone who’s entered so far.

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KILLABREGA Daphne Caine

Valerie Cottle

TOWER OF RUFUGE Michael Howland

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See below to find out how you can enter your photograph of your favourite building and have a chance of it being published in Gallery magazine and on Isle of Architecture social media, as well as being part of the Isle of Architecture #ilovethisbuilding exhibition at Noa Bakehouse in July.

THE SMALL PRINT: THE ESPLANADE, CENTRAL PROMENADE, DOUGLAS Russ Kent

n Only entries sent to isleofarchitecture@ gmail.com will be accepted. n Only one photograph per entrant (colour or black & white). n Must be an original photograph (minimum 1mb) of a building in the Isle of Man, captioned #ilovethisbuilding and with up to 100 words explaining why you chose it.

THE SOUND VISITOR CENTRE AND CAFE Paul Ward

n The competition is open to amateur and professional photographers aged 18+. n By entering this competition, photographers agree to the images being published in Gallery magazine and on Isle of Architecture social media channels and website. n Exhibition print costs (foam board only) will be covered by Isle of Architecture n A select number of images will appear in Gallery in April, May and June, and shared via the Isle of Architecture social media pages (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) and website.

THE OPEN AIR THEATRE Ian Pilbeam

n The winner will be announced in the July issue of Gallery and at the exhibition. n Entrants’ email addresses will be automatically added to Manx National Heritage’s mailing list.

THE NUNNERY Claire Schreuder

SEA TERMINAL Janet Lees

n Prize is non-transferrable and subject to the following conditions: Your voucher must be redeemed directly with Manx National Heritage before 31 December 2018. The booking must be made within that time, but your stay may fall beyond the expirty date. Vouchers cannot be refunded. If the value of the stay is more than the voucher value, the voucher holder will be responsible for paying the difference. Minimum night’s stay applies. Find out more at manxnationalheritage.im/visit/staywithus

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Rolling landscapes and wild seas? Watercolours of beaches and harbours? Or do you think of Svetlana Cameron’s detailed portraits or Jeremy Paul’s wildlife paintings?

You might be surprised to know that the local artist with perhaps the largest international following is probably also the one with the lowest local profile. Her work sells around the world and there’s no ‘three legs’ or Manx cats in sight.

Her name is Jade Boylan, who, according to her Instagram profile, is a ‘Pin + Patch Designer, illustrator, artist, graphic designer, book addict, total geek & full time daydreamer’.

She also has nearly 20,000 followers on Instagram, many of whom buy whole collections of her nostalgia driven, very on-trend pins and patches direct from her home studio in Ballaglass.

Jade was born and brought up on the Isle of Man, moving to what was then the Isle of Man College after a year of Sixth Form to study for a National Diploma in art and design, a HND and finally a BA (Hons) in Fine Art, graduating in 2013. She’d known she wanted to be an artist from the age of 6 – she’s now 25 – entering and winning school and island-wide art competitions, but it was always the making not the studying which interested her.

“I was definitely considered a bit odd at college,” Jade says. “I had absolutely no interest in sketching a few ideas then gradually working on up to my final piece. I knew exactly how I wanted that piece of work to look, so I only ever had the one idea to perfect in my head. To me, it was obvious, and I now know that that stubborn singlemindedness and unusual method of working is a classic symptom of the Asperger’s I’ve always had, but which was only officially diagnosed in 2015.”

One of the best known symptoms of Asperger’s is an obsessive attention to detail, but Jade has turned this to her advantage in the design of the tiny soft enamel pins and cloth patches she’s known for. Jade began working as a freelance illustrator in 2009, going on to develop her ‘Candy Doll Club’ themed items with T-shirts and phone cases. In October 2015 she

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began to take a nostalgic look at 90’s toys and sweets in a range of sew-on patches and just a couple of months later she started designing pins just as the fashion for customised clothing took off. She now has over 40 different pins in production including the original Candy Dolls and a new popular ‘Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy’ series.

As she says on her website, she’s inspired by popular culture, she also designs Girl Gang and feminist themed items for her predominantly female fan-base, but Jade also has a growing male following, particularly for the book themed pins and the ‘Hitchhiker’ items. “My work is very influenced by my 1990’s childhood,” says Jade. “My designs come from my imagination but they are heavily inspired by the toys and trends I grew up with.”

The internet has been very good to Jade: that’s where she promotes her new designs and from where she gets her orders. But there is a downside – imitations and fakes. “Copying designs isn’t flattery, it’s theft,” says Jade, “and there have been some high profile cases of big retailers like Zara, Topshop, Primark and Claire’s blatantly copying designs from individual artists including me. But the quality of the mass produced pins is never anywhere near as good as mine, and luckily there’s quite a family of artists on Instagram who alert their followers to these fakes.

There’s not an awful lot I can do against a massive company like Primark, but hopefully my followers won’t be tempted by the low quality rip-offs.”

So what makes Jade’s pins and badges so special? Her designs are truly unique, many of them are limited editions, and she’s completely in control of both the quality and the sales, rarely either running out or over-stocking. She works exclusively with a factory in China to manufacture her products in batches of 50 to 500, releasing fresh new designs and restocks of popular pins on a monthly basis.

She’s always lived and worked in the Isle of Man and although the opportunity to go away to art school was there, Jade opted to stay and started earning even whilst she was still studying.

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“I’m proud to say that my business is entirely self-funded,” says Jade. “I started very small but less than two years after my first pins went into production they are adorning the walls, jackets and bags of people all over the world, and I’m very proud of that too.”

Jade’s work can be seen on Instagram @jade_boylan and you can buy from her website www.jadeboylan.com

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Dodging the queues, we took a trip on the MRT to Maxwell Food Centre and Tian Tian Chicken Rice stall. Here is where the writer of ‘Eat, Shoot, Post’, Dr Leslie Tan, and the world-renowned chef Anthony Bourdain visit to get their fill.

“It was so moreish that I had to resist the temptation to revert to my childhood trait of scraping every possible morsel from the jar, or licking the spoon spotless...”

Being as equally fond of sweet as we are of savoury foods, we were intrigued to try the local sweet delicacy, Kaya toast. Blending the Malay and Chinese culture, Singapore has a strong traditional social coffee shop culture. Known locally as Kopitiams, these open-air coffee shops are a place to have a cuppa, a snack or two, and sit and chat the day away with friends. Kaya is a spreadable sweet jam made from coconut cream, sugar, and flavoured with pandan leaves, which is mainly served on toast to accompany a hot drink or to have as breakfast. It was so moreish that I had to resist the temptation to revert to my childhood trait of scraping every possible morsel from the jar, or licking the spoon spotless...

Coming up to the final few days of our holiday, and exhausted by the endless choice on offer at the hawkers, as well as my need to wear my only dressy dress I’d packed, we treated ourselves pre-dinner to a Singaporean classic, the Singapore Sling, at its place of creation: Raffles Hotel.

First served in the hotel’s Long Bar in 1915 by bartender Ngiam Tong Boon, the ginbased luminous pink cocktail also contains pineapple, lime juice, Dom Benedictine, Grenadine, Cherry Heering brandy, and Cointreau. Not forgetting the cherry on top of course...

Accompanied by a bag of monkey nuts, whose shells you’re encouraged to throw on the floor, as is the tradition, it is by no means a cheap round, but a real treat and Singaporean experience which I would highly recommend.

We were lucky enough to spend our last few days in Singapore at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel, which has the world's largest rooftop pool, stretching 150 metres across the Sands SkyPark. While feeling like you’re swimming on top of the world, or starring in someone’s photo shoot (due to the many selfies being taken showcasing the stunning skyline views), you can dine poolside from 7 am – 11 pm, every day of the week. As well as its impressive pool, the hotel is home to 300 stores, a gaming floor space, and several nightclubs and bars. For those who have packed plenty of Singapore dollars with them, a reservation at the complex’s Michelin-starred CUT restaurant will supply you with some of Singapore’s best steaks, or try the Michelinstarred Waku Ghin for Wakuda’s Japaneseinspired French tasting menu. However, we ventured over in to its next-door shopping centre in pursuit of xiao long baos, otherwise known as steamed pork dumplings, served at Din Tai Fung. This hugely popular restaurant has one Michelin star and is ranked as one of the world’s Top Ten Best Restaurants by The New York Times. The free, refillable jasmine tea was the icing on the (matcha) cake!

The culinary highlight of the holiday came on our final night, when we dined at Jing Restaurant, located directly opposite the Marina Bay Sands. Sat outside on the terrace, we had front row seats to the evening light show. Often referred to as one of the national dishes of Singapore, we battled our way through an entire chilli crab and the Chinese dishes on offer, which we finished off with a refreshing Ice Karang (a shaved ice dessert with different jellies, red beans, condensed milk, syrups and sweet cream corn), while the light lasers flickered around us on the water.

A nightcap at the highest microbrewery in the world, LeVel 33, provided us with the best aerial shots of the holiday, as well as a huge range of house-brewed craft beers to choose from.

Watching the light show come to a dramatic and colourful end, we bowed our heads and lifted our glasses (as per the drinking etiquette in Singapore) to a week well spent, and well very digested!

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Census results reinforce Government’s objective to grow our population, says Chief Minister

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sle of Man Census results published on the 9 March 2017 are in line with Government’s expectations and underline the importance of growing the Island’s working population.

That was the message from Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK following information that the resident population on Census Night in April 2016 was 83,314 – 1.4% lower than the figure in 2011. The economically active population decreased to 42,777 from 44,609.

Mr Quayle commented: ‘There are signs that the population is now increasing again, but the decline between

Estera boosts fund administration capabilities with Morgan Sharp acquisition

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eading global fiduciary and administration provider Estera has acquired Guernsey-based Morgan Sharpe Administration Limited (“Morgan Sharpe”).

The deal was finalised on Monday 27 February and is subject to regulatory approvals, following which the business will be rebranded under the Estera name.

Farah Ballands, CEO of Estera, said: “This is a great start to the new year following the success of our rebrand in 2016. The team at Morgan Sharpe is a perfect fit with the Estera group – they are committed to the high standards of service that our clients are accustomed to and we are pleased to welcome them. Under our ownership, Morgan Sharpe’s clients will benefit from additional resources and access to Estera’s expertise on a global basis.

Following completion of the acquisition Estera will employ more than 370 people across 10 jurisdictions, including more than 50 at its Douglas office.

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ISLE OF MAN POST OFFICE LAUNCHES 360 DEGREE MAILING SOLUTION

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sle of Man Post Office’s specialist communications business unit Integrated Mailing Solutions (IMS) is pleased to announce the full launch of its 360 degree mailing campaign solution.

The 360 Degree service allows businesses to outsource their print, fulfilment, mailing, response handling and document and data management processes to experts IMS, enabling its clients to focus on essential tasks.

The offering is designed to support businesses in a cost effective manner whilst ensuring data is kept totally secure. All of IMS’s services, processes and procedures have been approved by the highest international standards ISO9001 for quality and ISO27001 for data security.

For more information about IMS’s 360 Degree mailing solution tel: 01624 698444 or visit: www. iompost.com/for-business/ integrated-mailing-services/360mailing-solutions/.

2016 Isle of Man Census Report Economic Affairs Cabinet Office March 2017

GD 2017/004 Laid before Tynwald March 2017

2011 and 2016 shows that the numbers can slip even during years of strong economic growth and full employment.

‘The economy grew by more than 15% in real terms between 2011 and 2015, for example, but this was also a period of changing employment patterns and that may help to explain at least some of the movement in population.’

Government estimates indicate an increase of around 200 in the overall population since the Censusv was taken nearly one year ago.

Meanwhile, the January figure for registered unemployment this year was the lowest for ten years, at a rate of 1.3%, with 601 registered unemployed and 859 vacancies notified during the month.

Insurance Institute of the Isle of Man celebrates 30th anniversary

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he Insurance Institute of the Isle of Man’s annual dinner provided an opportunity to celebrate the organisation’s 30th anniversary.

The event, for which the Mac Group was lead sponsor, was held at the Palace Hotel, attracting more than 200 guests, including His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor, Sir Richard Gozney, the Mayor of Douglas Councillor John Skinner, Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK, Isle of Man Financial Services Authority chief executive Karen Badgerow and four founding members of the institute’s organising committee.

Guest speakers included author, columnist and a past president of the Chartered Insurance Institute Alan Cleary, who spoke at the first Insurance Institute of the Isle of Man dinner and Lloyd’s of London chief executive Dame Inga Beale.

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Equiom up for three top awards

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quiom, the international professional services provider, is proud to announce it has been shortlisted for three prestigious awards ahead of the Citywealth Magic Circle Awards.

This year, Equiom is once again shortlisted for Trust Company of the Year, making it the third year in a row. Martyn Russell, Equiom Guernsey’s Client Services Director, is up for Trustee of the Year and Sheila Dean, Equiom’s Global CEO is in the running for Woman of the Year.

The Magic Circle Awards are held annually in spring to recognise leading individuals and companies in the private wealth industry. Martyn, Sheila and Equiom were shortlisted after being assessed on a number of key business credentials including technical expertise, innovative solutions, client retention and market leading services. Citywealth magazine is the leading publication for private wealth management professionals.

If you would like to vote for Martyn, Sheila and Equiom, you can do so here: www.citywealthmag.com/events/magiccircle-awards-2017. Voting closes on 21 April and the winners will be announced at a ceremony in London on 10 May 2017.

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Talking Business: There’s something about the start of Spring that turns people’s thoughts towards property at this time of the year. Our experts this month look at three different aspects of the local property market – the tax treatment of property as an investment, an unusual risk you may not have considered and advice on how to optimise your chances of a quick and easy sale.

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Are there any tax benefits for local property investors on the Isle of Man? It is often forgotten locally that the Isle of Man offers a very tax advantageous regime for business and encourages investment. Although income from Manx property is normally taxed at 20% (or a taxpayer’s marginal rate if less), there are some good news stories to mention.

Certain land developments carried out in the interests of the Manx economy which meet certain criteria can benefit from a tax holiday. Conditions include that an application must be made to the Assessor who will consider whether the proposed commercial property is in the interests of the economy of the Island. The effect of the holiday, if approved, will be an exemption from income tax for any relevant income or

profits of a company for up to five years.

If a property development or rental business cannot take advantage of these benefits, it can be beneficial for investors (where related party finance and management occurs in particular) to consider the structure of the arrangement so as to be effective legally, commercially and bearing in mind tax considerations.

Different structures can end up with different tax obligations.

The other good news is that there should be no capital gains tax on gains made on Manx property investments, this assuming Manx ownership and no trading.

This is not the situation with regard to UK residential property for which the burden of UK taxation has steadily increased in recent times for Manx owners. This is of course another story worthy of another article!

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PROPERTY either by ‘proprietary estoppel’ or by a ‘constructive trust’.

The problem usually manifests itself only when the homeowner falls out with the incomer (for example, where a couple split up) or the homeowner fails to leave the property to the incomer in their will.

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Can You Accidentally Give Away Your House?

Yes – without signing a thing! And if you manage to do so, it may not be possible to change your mind later.

So how is this possible if you have not signed anything?

A homeowner may want to persuade someone (‘the incomer’) to move in, perhaps to care for them. Or a homeowner may ask their partner to move in with them.

The homeowner may ask this with the promise that, if the incomer does some specified thing, such as care for them, carry out some work on the property or give up a job to care for children, the property, a share in it or some right to enjoy it will be theirs.

If the incomer acts on the strength of that promise, the law may treat the parties as though the promised gift had been made,

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Is it the right time to sell - and how should I choose which agent to use?

The market is certainly taking a turn for the better. In agent jargon, ‘activity’ - the amount of offers, viewings and appraisals - is noticeably higher than in the past few years and 2017 is shaping up nicely.

It shouldn’t be any secret that sale prices are typically 10% below the peak of 2007. In essence, market forces have finally caught up with the 10 years of static pricing created by the financial crisis. The market has generally accepted the need to price right to sell.

Pricing is paramount. Sellers who take advice and price correctly stand a good chance of being able to move. Those who resist advice, I’m afraid, may be waiting a good few more years.

In answer to the second point, the best advice I can give is to choose an agent you like, someone you feel you can work with and who has the acumen to deal with your sale correctly. It is a partnership after all and communication is key.

Secondly, presentation is essential to your home being marketed successfully.

This includes accurate photographs, clear descriptions, location maps and floorplans.

A quality website, proactive social media presence and a strong UK portal link are also features to look for.

Where we differ from the UK is in having an excellent footfall and the experience of high street agents is testament to this. You would be amazed how many houses of all types we sell from an enquiry brought about by tapping on our shop window!

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The problem can be easily avoided by following some basic rules: n Do not promise something that you do not intend to give without reservation. n Execute a written document (signed by both parties) recording the parties’ agreed legal rights and interests. n Formalise the gift if one is intended.

After all, isn’t it better for everyone to know where they stand?

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Chrystals appoints Glyn Hooson-Owen as Ramsey Branch Manager

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ormer professional rugby player Glyn Hooson-Owen has a new job to tackle at the Island’s longest established estate agents, Chrystals, where he has been promoted to the position of Ramsey Branch Manager.

Glyn has been working with Chrystals in their Douglas office since 2013 after retiring from a career in rugby that took him all over the world.

A graduate of University of Wales Cardiff, where he gained a BSc Honours in Sport Development, he has played for Henley Hawks in the UK, Sport Lisboa e Benfica in Portugal, Altus Kowloon in Hong Kong and Mid-Western in New Zealand.

Manx born and bred, he attended Ramsey Grammar School and still has very strong ties to the North. He is currently undertaking his National Association of Estate Agents exams.

Glyn’s new role will see him manage the office’s rentals, commercial and sales business in the north of the Island. He will also be responsible for the Ramsey branch’s small but closely knit team.

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STAFF SATISFACTION PUTS NEDBANK PRIVATE WEALTH AND NEDGROUP TRUST ON 2017 SUNDAY TIMES BEST 100 LISTING

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igh levels of staff satisfaction at Nedbank Private Wealth and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Nedgroup Trust, have again placed the organisation on The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work For listing.

The listing and a three-star “extraordinary” accreditation* in this year’s UK Best Companies Guide result from the UK’s largest ever survey into what staff really think about where they work. It involved over 270,000 employees across more than 850 organisations.

Greg Horton, Executive Head of Nedbank Private Wealth International, said: “We are delighted to make the Sunday Times listing for an amazing 12th time. Obviously, the more employees you have, the harder it is to maintain a place and perhaps the most revealing insight into our achievement is the fact that we are now by far and away the largest employer on the list.

“To receive such a positive and

consistent endorsement from our own employees is very heartening.

Our company aim is, and has been for over two decades, ‘to serve our clients better than any other financial services organisation’ and we appreciate that a happy workforce is crucial to achieving this.

The Sunday Times and staff engagement specialist Best Companies celebrate the best workplaces in the UK every year, and the data-gathering and analysis used across all sectors are extensive. It is the staff themselves who fill in the anonymous surveys from which the scores are compiled, and they give their opinions about their bosses, their working conditions and their employer’s values. The results are taken direct from the people whose hard work builds the success of their business, whether they are bankers, designers or shop assistants. Nedbank Private Wealth is one of only two financial services companies on the listing.

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Equiom Group appoints Deputy Global Chief Financial Officer

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nternational trust and corporate services provider Equiom has appointed Derek Vaz as Deputy Global Chief Financial Officer. Derek will work closely with the Global Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Evans and the wider Global Leadership team to develop the Group’s ongoing financial strategy.

Derek has over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry, having had a number of senior roles within the Lloyds Banking Group and KPMG. He has extensive strategic, transaction and operational experience and has worked internationally across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, Canada and the US.

New Appointments Mark Three Years of Success at WHIreland Wealth Management on the Isle of Man n David Bushe promoted to Head of Investments - International n Lee Branston joins as Assistant Portfolio Manager

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HIreland continues to strengthen its position as one of the Island’s fastest growing wealth management businesses with recently appointed Assistant Portfolio Manager

Lee Branston gaining his ‘Statement of Professional Standing’ from the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority.

Lee was appointed to WHIreland‘s International Investment team in September last year and reports to David Bushe who was promoted to the newlycreated role of Head of Investments, International in July 2016.

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he group’s newest recruit, Mr Didier Lucotte, joins the team as Cloud Services Manager and will based in the group’s Isle of Man office.

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Career Ready Isle of Man Year 2 Graduation

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n Wednesday 15th March at Noa’s Bakehouse, Douglas 12 students from Ramsey Grammar, Queen Elizabeth II, Castle Rushen and St Ninian’s High School graduated from the Career Ready Programme. The graduation was a celebration of the student’s achievement over the past 2 years.

The Career Ready programme consists of 4 pillars – masterclasses, mentoring, workplace visits and internships. It provides the opportunity for schools, colleges and employers to work together in highly productive ways to develop future talent pipelines, to ensure the curriculum is meeting local employer skill needs and to help transform young people’s career pathways. Classroom learning is combined with direct contact with the workplace and employers. This makes the Career Ready programme stand out.

The evening started off with an overview from the Career Ready

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Coordinator, Jo Davies, who thanked all of the employers & volunteers who have given up their time to mentor and/or offer an internship to the students. These include: PDMS, Noc396, Hansard Global, GTS, AFD Software, IT Works, WiManx, Future Tech Ltd, Netcetera, Isle of Man Post Office, Annexico, Galileo Fund Services Ltd, Isle of Man Government Departments: E-gaming, Project Managers, Network Architects, E-business managers, Lloyds banking group and Caledonia Ltd. Next, Mr Gregeen (Education Minister) spoke about the benefits of the programme to the students, “the programme has given students the skills that they cannot learn in the classroom such as interview skills, etiquette in the workplace and getting them career ready”. The students were all awarded certificates that marked the successful completion of the 2 year programme.

Students, Rose Ten Donkelaar, Morgan Skillicorn & Kieron Thompson outlined the student perspective of the programme.

Rose explained “my internship at Noc396 was fantastic, I got to work with a young, innovative and creative team who nurtured my strengths and helped with interview and presentation skills. I had a brilliant summer, thanks to Oliver and the team at Noc396”.

Morgan reiterated this, his internship was at Netcetera and his mentor was Duncan McLeod from AFD Software, Ramsey. “My internship was brilliant; I worked with a great bunch of people. My confidence has developed, I used to be very shy but the internship improved this no end”.

Nathan Hill from Castle Rushen undertook his internship at GTS, Isle of Man Government where he developed technical IT skills, Nathan commented, “I learnt how to use InfoPath, Visio and how an office deals with day-to-day issues and situations - thank you for this great experience!”.

Finally, Duncan McLeod a Local Advisory Board member and mentor closed the evening with an inspirational & motivating speech. Duncan supports the mentoring section of the programme because ‘he believes that all good leaders need to develop their mentoring skills. I believe that it is enjoyable & rewarding experience to mentor young people ’ The Career Ready initiative has been backed by the Department of Economic Development, Department of Education & Children, MICTA and is also supported by employers on the Isle of Man. If you would like more information on the Career Ready programme go to www. careerready.org.uk or contact your Isle of Man Co-Ordinator, Jo Davies on j.davies@ sch.im.

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“STEP is an essential tool for showing local students the diversity of work available on the Isle of Man”

Students who took part in last year’s STEP scheme with DED Minister Laurence Skelly.

Words by: Wendy Shimmin

A STEP in the right direction

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eciding what to do in the summer holidays is a perennial problem for students – should you look to enhance your CV with an internship, possibly unpaid and involving a lot of tea-making and photocopying, or should you just go for the bar job where at least there is a regular income and the chance of a free meal or drink? Or should you just pack up your rucksack and head as far your dwindling funds will take you?

Undergraduates on the Isle of Man are lucky to have a fourth option via the STEP Scheme, a placement programme for students between their second and third years of study. Supported by the Department of Economic Development and local businesses, STEP aims to match students with local employers over an eight-week period and give them a meaningful project to develop their skills and introduce them to the world of work.

The benefits for both students and employers are huge. Students get to experience real-life work scenarios where they can make a specific, measurable contribution that can be a great talking

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point in future job applications. Employers get the services of a fresh mind and skill sets which may be outside the norm for their organisation.

Financially students benefit from a weekly training allowance of £210, free of tax and national insurance; employers get a cost-effective resource who can spend time working on an opportunity or problem that may otherwise be ignored.

In recent years the STEP Scheme has successfully placed around 30-40 students each summer. Over 350 projects have been completed ranging from complex engineering solutions, audits and analysis to website design and marketing programmes. Some of the more unusual projects have included the development of a noodle cooker, a nappy disposal and recycling scheme, and shower adaptations for the assisted living sector.

At the end of the summer STEP students write a report and give a presentation on their project, with awards being given to outstanding candidates.

The award for Most Enterprising Student last summer went to Niamh Matthews who worked with the Department of Food and

Agriculture on developing a provenance label for the branding and marketing of Isle of Man produce.

Niamh, now in her third year of a psychology degree at Northumbria University, says the scheme gave her a huge amount of experience in a short time: “I managed a government budget, co-operated with a design company and gave my artistic input, led meetings with market researchers and created the rules behind the use of the label. The thought of even going into a meeting used to make me anxious so the improvement in my confidence is immeasurable.

“Although it was hard work, I had a huge amount of support and guidance from my supervisor at DEFA. The project has also improved my CV: interviewers have since been surprised and impressed with the amount of responsibility I was given and the work I was able to achieve in eight weeks.

“For someone coming to the end of psychology degree who had no prior experience of what marketing even involved, the scheme has helped me decide on a career in marketing and given me the work experience to make it happen.”

Employers also report excellent results from the Scheme. Chris Till, Chief Executive Officer of Standard Bank, which is sponsoring for the scheme for the third year running, says: “STEP is an essential tool for showing local students the diversity of work available on the Isle of Man and opening up opportunities for growth and development for our future workforce.

“At Standard Bank we are very aware of the value the STEP Programme can bring to a business and we provided placements for two students in 2016 to undertake specific projects in the bank. Their contribution was hugely appreciated.

“It is by developing and strengthening links between young people and industry that we will attract the next generation of leaders and go some way to secure the future of business on the Island.”

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Hot property destinations for the super wealthy Words by: Vanessa Holder (FT)

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umerous international families living in Britain are beginning to re-examine their options. With Brexit still hot on the agenda, Britain’s rivals are rolling out the red carpet for any wealthy foreigner residents considering a move following planned changes to the taxation of “non-dons”, residents whose domicile or permanent home is abroad.

After a seemingly never ending period of uncertainty the Finance Bill 2017 containing changes to the taxation of nonUK domiciled individuals, will be effective as of 6 April 2017.

Theresa May’s broadside against the rootless elite has also nudged some to look around for more welcoming destinations.

There is plenty of choice: many countries are keen to attract the global rich. But there are pitfalls and big variations in what they offer. In this review of some of the most popular destinations, we look at the lifestyles and tax inducements on offer and where is hot right now to buy property.

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ith its man-made islands, city-sized shopping malls and gleaming skyscrapers, Dubai is a magnet for expats from all over the world. Its vibrant atmosphere, modern infrastructure and ease of doing business explains much of its popularity. But its approach to tax is a main factor behind the emirate’s emergence as a global metropolis.

It charges no income tax, wealth tax or capital gains tax and corporate tax is limited to foreign banks and oil companies. It plans to introduce value added tax in 2018, but is likely to be at a low rate.

There is no shortage of palatial villas and luxurious flats on offer for would-be property buyers. The property market has yo-yoed in recent years and since 2014 prices have been on the slide, thanks to low oil costs and the strong dollar.

Prime residential prices in Dubai are 60 per cent below prime New York, 75 per cent below prime London and a staggering 85 per cent below prime Hong Kong, according to Core, an advisory company.

Residency requirements are minimal: permit holders need only to stay one day out of every six months in the UAE.

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alta, one of the world’s smallest and most densely populated countries, has rolled out the welcome mat for wealthy foreigners.

The attractions of this archipelago, located between Sicily and North Africa, include its wealth of historical sites, its Mediterranean climate and low crime rate.

Malta, which gained its independence in 1964 after more than 160 years of British rule, shares the some key aspects of its tax system with Britain. Both countries give certain tax advantages to “nondoms”. In recent years, Malta has tried to streamline the incentives it offers foreigners to attract greater numbers to take up residence.

In 2012, it announced the Malta Retirement Programme for people from the EU in receipt of a pension or similar income. They are subject to tax at a flat rate of 15 per cent on foreign-sourced income, subject to a relatively modest minimum tax payment.

More recently, it has introduced a new residency programme targeted at non-EU nationals who have an income of at least €100,000 a year or more than €500,000 of capital.

One way they can qualify is by spending at least €270,000 on property and by investing €250,000 in government bonds. Wealthy foreigners can also acquire a Maltese passport under a programme that requires them to make bigger financial contribution.

Property is much cheaper than many other locations favoured by international investors. Incomers will be able to choose from a wide selection of property, ranging from fully serviced rental accommodation to country farmhouses that are 400 years old.

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he tiny city state of Singapore is often voted one of the world’s best places to live, thanks to the strength of its infrastructure and public services. It is also one of the richest countries in the world, with one of the lowest crime rates and best reputations as an easy place to do business.

Among its disadvantages are its high population density, property prices and cost of living.

Rules are taken seriously with the frequent imposition of on-the-spot fines. Penalties can be imposed for littering, jaywalking and eating on the train. Bringing chewing gum into Singapore is banned.

Securing a permanent residence permit under the “global investor program” requires an investment of at least $1.8m in a business or venture capital fund. After five years, residents will have to meet extra conditions to renew their permit, including showing they, or their dependents, have been in Singapore for at least half that period.

Those who secure a permanent residence permit will pay income tax at progressive rates of up to 20 per cent on their Singapore income. All foreign income is exempt from tax, even if it is remitted to Singapore.

There is no capital gain tax, gift taxes or estate duty.

Buying property in Singapore is expensive, even though prices have fallen from their peak in 2013 as the government took deliberate steps to cool the overheated market.

There is a big choice ranging from condominiums to bungalows although prior approval is needed by foreigners from the government to buy property with land. agenda

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such as the Monte Carlo tennis open and the Monaco F1 Grand Prix. It has an opera house, a philharmonic orchestra and concerts throughout the year. It has good transport links: Nice International Airport is just six minutes away by helicopter.

But it is the world’s most densely populated state and finding a spacious home amid the tower blocks is extremely hard. The average Monégasque home changes hands only once every 37 years, according to Savills, property advisers.

The cost of property, €90,900 per square metre, is second only to Hong Kong.

To become a resident, applicants must show they have somewhere to live and they have sufficient means to afford the lifestyle. Unlike some havens, Monaco requires residents to actually live there for at least three months.

Those needing to prove they have become tax resident in Monaco, which may be important in dealing with foreign tax authorities, will need a residence certificate. That requires them to live in the principality for at least six months of the year and possibly show utility bills to prove it.

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from the relatively cosmopolitan city of Geneva.

Income tax rates vary by canton, a state of the Swiss confederation, but employees may not find them particularly low. The top rate in Geneva, for example, is nearly 45 per cent. However, a large majority of Swiss cantons offer wealthy foreigners who are not working in Switzerland the possibility of being taxed on a “lump sum” basis. It is calculated as a multiple, of between five and 10 times, the annual rental value of the main property occupied by the taxpayer. The annual amount, also known as the “forfait

fiscal”, must be more than CHF400,000 (about £33,000).

Acquiring citizenship is difficult even for those who have met the requirement of living in Switzerland for at least 12 years. There are restrictions on foreigners who want to buy property, although since 1997 holders of a Swiss residence permit have been allowed to buy property for their own use with no need to seek prior approval. Finding a property in top locations is difficult and expensive.

A four-bedroom apartment in Geneva might be found for about £2.5m or more.

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t about the size of Central Park in New York, Monaco is the smallest of the tax havens. It has a population of about 38,000 but only one in five of the population are actually Monégasque.

The principality, which borders France and Italy, does not levy any income tax, wealth tax or capital gains tax. Monaco’s enduring popularity for tax exiles also rests on its year-round climate, unrivalled security and its wealthy, multicultural society.

It is home to famous sporting events

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ith its political stability, natural beauty and low taxes, Switzerland is one of the most popular destinations for footloose wealthy families. It is multicultural with four official languages as well as English being widely spoken.

Other advantages include good schools, excellent transport links and world-famous skiing. Disadvantages include the high cost of living and the tendency for those used to big city life to find Switzerland dull, at least away

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Are you Fit to Work?

Over 1/3 of adults globally are classified as either overweight or obese but this figure rises dramatically in more affluent countries reaching 58% in Europe and a staggering 70% in the US! Source: Overseas Development Institute.

Words by : Andrew Low

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oor diet, sedentary lifestyle and office-based work are three key reasons for this pandemic of ill health. Ironically as developing countries get richer it allows sections of their populations to adopt these same habits and consequentially the levels of obesity are on the rise fastest in areas such as Latin America and North Africa.

Being overweight can cause secondary problems such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, joint problems and even some cancers. What is less understood are the effects on your ability to function to full potential at work. Being overweight tends to lead to a negative cycle of a person doing less and less physical exercise. The consequence of this is that they are deprived of the benefits which include a feeling of wellbeing and a better ability to tolerate stress. Exercise releases tension in the muscles which aids the feeling of relaxation as well as raising levels of certain hormones such as endorphins which block pain, decrease appetite and create a feeling of euphoria (the exercise high). Low energy levels resulting from an unhealthy cardiovascular

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system can affect performance as well as reduce your self-esteem and overall approach to life. According to the American Heart Association, exercise also increases the amount of oxygen your brain receives, resulting in improved memory and mental acuity.

It is not hard to see therefore why being of normal weight and doing some regular exercise can have a positive impact on your capacity to work – no matter how desk-bound you may be. Today’s work environment is typically fast-paced and high pressure. Being fit won’t change that but it will increase your ability to cope better with such conditions.

Ironically, that tight deadline that is stressing you out is actually contributing to your ill-health directly. Cortisol is a hormone that is part of the ‘fight-or-flight’ response to stress and when released it raises the blood sugar level (amongst other things) in preparation for ‘getting away’ from trouble. Of course physically running away (much as you’d often like to) is not an option to everyday stress in the office.

This unused energy is therefore re-stored, often around the abdominal organs. To compound this, Cortisol release is also blamed for the craving for comfort food under such circumstances leading to the

on-boarding of more fats and sugars if we give in to temptation.

It is clear therefore that all of us should reflect on our state of health and where improvements can be made we should try to make changes to our lifestyle. Exercise and healthy eating are not optional, nor are they the preserve of the super-fit or young.

Getting a good night’s sleep is also a fundamental part of the overall picture and can have an equally powerful effect on the capacity of an individual to function well at work. Healthy people also tend to sleep better by the way – looks like a conspiracy!

Working long hours, taking work home with you and not making time for exercise, relaxation and sleep will eventually prove counter-productive and may lead to longer term health problems. Put in a more positive context; most of us probably haven’t yet seen our full capacity mentally or physically. A fitter, more energetic you will probably enjoy life outside the office much more and will find new levels of confidence, focus and persistence – and therefore success – within the work environment.

Here’s a good place to start: www.nhs. uk/Livewell/fitness/Pages/free-fitness. aspx agenda

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“We see bitcoin as potentially the greatest social network of all” “Our basic thesis for bitcoin is that it is better than gold”

Digital Currencies Bitcoin ‘better than gold’

The Winklevoss twins are hoping to launch a bitcoin ETF soon

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“I remember when people said Facebook was a fad�

Words By: Aaron Stanley (FT)

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yler and Cameron Winklevoss are no strangers to taking wild risks at the farthest reaches of the internet economy.

In the early 2000s, the identical twins were economics students at Harvard armed with a radical idea to take people’s social lives online. After hiring a young developer named Mark Zuckerberg to help build the platform, they were stunned to discover in early 2004 that he had instead launched a competing website called TheFacebook.

Alleging that Zuckerberg stole their idea, the two brothers embarked on a bruising legal battle that would net them a $65m settlement in 2009 and serve as the inspiration for the 2010 film, The Social Network.

While the outcome was less than they had hoped for, the twins hold no regrets for how they handled Zuckerberg and the subsequent court case.

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Armie Hammer as Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss in ‘The social Network’ Movie.

“Despite how a lot of it played out in courtrooms, the experience was invaluable.

We stood up for what we believed, achieved a degree of justice and we moved on. I think that anybody who was in our position would have proceeded the way we did,” Tyler explains. “Despite the dispute and the unfortunate aspects of it, we were a part of an incredible business that quickly scaled and changed the world.”

A half-decade later, the twins are applying the lessons learned from the Facebook episode to a space they see as far more disruptive than any social network: digital currencies.

“We see bitcoin as potentially the greatest social network of all,” explains Tyler, adding that the missing piece of the digital economy has always been a currency designed specifically for exchanging value over the internet.

Much as Facebook fundamentally transformed the way people around the world interact, the brothers see bitcoin as not just a technological disruptor, but as the key to radically changing the way in which transactions are conducted and value is stored.

The twins were first introduced to bitcoin in 2012 while on holiday after finishing their MBAs at Oxford. They were enthralled by its potential to send money cheaply and efficiently, facilitate remittance flows and offer banking services to the estimated 1bn “unbanked” people currently without access to financial services.

But what truly sold them was the notion that bitcoin and its underlying blockchain technology could be a potential investment alternative to the precious metals that humans have used to store value for millennia.

“Our basic thesis for bitcoin is that it is better than gold,” says Tyler, explaining that when compared with the nine foundational traits that make gold valuable, such as scarcity, durability and portability, “bitcoin matches or beats gold across the board”.

Because the number of potential bitcoins in existence is capped at 21m, the

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“We saw this movie play out already with Facebook. We feel like we’re in the same movie again, just with a different cast of characters.”

brothers see its finite nature as invaluable given the emergence of asteroid mining technology that could reduce the scarcity of gold and dilute its value. “Precious metals are precious on earth, but [they are] not that precious if there’s cheap access to space,” Tyler explains.

“It sounds sci-fi, but it’s not that far off to think that Elon Musk or someone is going to come along and mine these asteroids.”

But for bitcoin to fulfill its transformative promises, the Winklevosses - or Winklevei, as the press has dubbed them - decided that its Wild West image would need a makeover. Since its launch in 2009, bitcoin has caught the eye of not only tech pioneers, but also unsavoury characters who use it to finance criminal activity. Asset security also became a big problem in 2014 when hackers stole $450m worth of bitcoins from the Tokyo-based Mt Gox exchange.

“One of the things that has plagued bitcoin is not bitcoin itself but the companies built on top of it,” Tyler says, adding that there was a “race to the bottom” of unlicensed offshore exchanges popping up that did not offer meaningful protections or oversight.

The twins therefore made it their mission to construct the infrastructure needed to secure the full faith and confidence of current and future investors, including retail traders, institutional fund managers and regulators.

With the launch of Gemini in 2015, they unveiled one of the first regulated and licensed digital currency exchanges in the developed world. The vision is to provide a secure venue that allows anyone from day traders to institutional investors to buy, sell and store bitcoins.

“We wanted to build an exchange that was similar to Nasdaq or NYSE for digital currency,” Tyler explains. “We wanted something that both Wall Street and Main Street felt comfortable with.”

Their next project is the Winklevoss Bitcoin Trust, an exchange traded fund (ETF), which would publicly trade on the better alternative trading system (Bats) exchange, a global operator of exchanges and services for financial markets. It has been under review by regulators for almost four years, but it took a promising step forward in mid-October when State Street, a bank, agreed to serve as fund administrator.

But if the twins have learned anything from their experience with Facebook, it is that mistakes, setbacks and criticism are unavoidable. One embarrassing incident came in 2014 when Charlie Shrem, head of a bitcoin start-up in which they were heavily invested, was sentenced to prison for his involvement in Silk Road, a black market website that was shut down by the FBI. “They had a lot of egg on their face after that,” said one industry observer.

Further, the relatively anonymous bitcoin community still seems reticent to fully embrace the twins and the publicity they have brought to the space. While the competition is welcomed, there is a sentiment that the Winklevosses, who are still relative newcomers, are simply copying ideas.

“What they’re doing isn’t really innovative, they’re just providing on- and off-ramps into bitcoin. If you’re asking ‘blockchain experts’, that’s fairly 1.0 [basic] stuff,” said Joe Colangelo, president of Consumers’ Research in Washington.

But Colangelo stressed that the twins’ work, including Gemini and the ETF, is critical because many blockchain companies are looking beyond current technological capabilities.

“It is a mischaracterisation to say that they are not adding a lot of value in what they do,” he said. “If bitcoin is where the internet was in 1993, these exchanges are the web browsers of that era.”

Ultimately, the twins have learned that facing and dealing with criticism, valid or otherwise, is natural and inevitable when it comes to disruptive technologies.

“I remember when people said Facebook was a fad,” Tyler says, holding back a laugh. “We saw this movie play out already with Facebook. We feel like we’re in the same movie again, just with a different cast of characters.”

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GIGALUM ISLAND OFF KINTYRE IN ARGYLL, £450,000 A good place to start is the 19-acre Gigalum Island just off the coast of Kintyre in Argyll with fabulous views out to Gigha, Jura, Islay and, when it isn’t raining, Northern Ireland.

There is a jetty (this is vital) and an odd-looking, octagonal, three-bedroom house. My guess — based on the fact that Retties’ glossy brochure contains not one picture of the interior — is that it will require internal work to get it up to modern standards. But forget the house, it’s the island itself that matters. And this looks lovely (the brochure’s worth it for the photos alone). There are seals and dolphins and no end of birds (song and sea) to watch, endless fish and lobster to catch and a nice terrace from where to view your domain when the sun is out. Offers over £450,000. www.rettie.co.uk

Riley’s Garden Centre Offers ‘Reward’ to Customers Visitors to Braddan-based Riley’s Garden Centre over the coming weeks will benefit from a 10 per cent price reduction on their purchases as a ‘reward’ for any inconvenience they faced as a result of the major roundabout works on Cooil Road.

“It’s our way of saying ‘thank you’ to customers while road closure and traffic diversions are in place until May 12,” said Martyn Riley.

“It’s one of the best times of the year for people to be visiting the Garden Centre and to say that the timing of these road works is unfortunate is something of an understatement. There seems to be a total lack of understanding of the impact this lengthy road closure can have on businesses in the immediate area.”

Mr Riley added: “Riley’s is not just a Garden Centre it offers attractions for the whole family, including a Play Park with a range of activities for children of all ages which may even be of interest to some parents and grandparents while keeping an eye on the kids.”

HOLMS OF STROMNESS, TWO TIDAL ISLANDS NEAR THE TOWN OF STROMNESS IN ORKNEY, £300,000 Nearby are the Holms of Stromness, two tidal islands with more than 12 acres and a slightly superior house (relatively speaking of course). Offers of more than £300,000 through Lows. One word of warning before you view: there are no trees on these two islands. If the thing you really want from an island is your own weather system, this one’s for you: there isn’t any protection from the elements. Finally, if you aren’t entirely certain about this island living business, can I suggest a starter home? One of two cottages on the tiny island of Great Bernera in the Outer Hebrides is up for sale. Called the “House of Peace” it is well decorated, comes with a sauna and mini pool and is yours for £310,000.

Crucially, there is a (terrifying looking) 125ft-long footbridge to it from the mainland.

You’ll be on an island, but you won’t be entirely responsible for it and you won’t quite be alone. www.lowsorkney.co.uk

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MOST BIZARRE DELICACIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Thanks to the phenomenon that is I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here we’re all familiar with the kind of disgusting delicacies available to those brave/stupid enough to eat them for entertainment. But the celebrities of the Australian jungle aren’t the only ones who can put together an odd dish or two. RL360° staff have encountered some strange foods on their business travels.

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BALUT

Perhaps the most controversial dishes on the list, Balut is essentially an 11 day old fertilised duck egg, boiled. The recipe - take a developing bird embryo, boil it and eat it from its shell. It’s a street food in the Philippines, although it can be found in other countries too. It’s often served with beer, understandably.

RUSSIA -

HERRING UNDER FUR COAT

The herring bit, yes. The fur coat part, not so sure. Picture a cake of salted herring, vegetables and a covering of grated beetroot and mayo. The beetroot creates an interesting purple top layer which we assume is supposed to be the fur coat. It doesn’t look good but it’s a common Russian dish.

THAILAND -

GOONG TEN Translated as “dancing shrimp”, Goong Ten is possibly one of those dishes that will actually turn up on I’m A Celebrity one day, if it hasn’t already.

To make it you toss live baby shrimp with seasoning, fish sauce, ground roasted dry chilli, coriander and onion. It’s when you squeeze on the lime juice that the shrimp “dancing” starts though. Make sure you have a lid.

HONG KONG -

100-YEAR OLD EGGS

mixture for a couple of months. Once the shell turns browny black, open it up and devour the potent dark green yolk. Another street food. Beware, it’s often found sliced up in noodle dishes.

LEBANON -

LIYYEH

A traditional breakfast in Lebanon involves a platter of raw liver, raw lamb muscle meat and raw liyyeh, which is sheep tail fat. The fatty tail of the Middle-Eastern sheep is renowned for growing particularly large so who could resist eating it raw, sprinkled with salt and pimento? Makes you rethink your aversion to black pudding in a fry up.

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TESTICLE HOT POT This one should also probably come with sarcastic comments and giggling courtesy from Ant and Dec. It does what it says on the tin.

It is a hot pot made with lamb testicles.

Definitely not the sort of thing Betty Driver would have served at the Rover’s Return in her day. We’re told you can’t really tell the testicles apart from any other cut of meat, if that’s any consolation. No? MALAYSIA -

FROG ON A STICK

More descriptive food. Why settle for a cake pop or an ice lolly when you can shove a frog on a stick? As you’ve probably guessed, it tastes like chicken. The thing is, it’s not chicken is it? It’s a deep fried frog on a stick. Sprinkle on some chilli powder for that extra kick.

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MOPANE WORM

Another contender for the ‘tastes like chicken’ crown, the worms are plucked out of the trees and bushes before being squeezed to rid them of their guts. The connoisseur then boils them with ingredients such as garlic and tomatoes or fries them up before eating them straight out of the pan.

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TERA SEGA (RAW MEAT)

The local dish is called Kifo and is most popularly prepared by marinating raw beef in spices or rolling up the raw beef in a spicy chilli powder and butter. It doesn’t have to be eaten cold but can be served lebleb (warmed).

It originates from warrior times when it was too dangerous to cook a kill in the camp for fear the smoke would give away the location to an enemy. It is no longer warrior times.

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BUCHADA The cousin of the haggis, a Buchada is a staple in Brazil’s semi-arid northeastern interior. It is made by opening up a goat’s stomach and stuffing it with whatever other innards are available. It is then sewn up into a pouch and cooked. It is said to be a must try flavour and texture sensation, if you can get past your squeamishness. Pass the Brazil nuts.

Again, a gross dish involving an egg. This time, the recipe involves burying a duck or quail egg in clay, sand and salt

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Recipes MACARONI, LEEK & PARSLEY CHEESE (Serves 4-6) n 300g macaroni n 500g leeks, trimmed and cut into 1-2cm crescents n 50g unsalted butter n 50g plain flour n 600ml semi-skimmed milk n 100g British mature Cheddar, grated n 3tbsp roughly chopped flat leaf parsley n 2tbsp golden breadcrumbs n Salt and freshly ground black pepper n Preheat the oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6.

Cook the pasta in a pan of boiling water for three to four minutes before adding the leeks to the pot and continuing to cook for a further five minutes. Drain the pasta and leeks and set aside.

Meanwhile, make the white sauce. Melt the butter in a medium pan and stir in the flour. Cook for one minute until thick, then, off the heat, gradually whisk in the milk, keeping the mixture smooth. Return the pan to the heat and stir constantly until thickened. Simmer for two minutes, remove from the heat, and add 75g of the Cheddar, the pasta and leeks. Stir through the parsley and season well before spooning into a 2L ovenproof dish.

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs and remaining cheese over the pasta and cook in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until the top is crisp and golden, and the sauce is gently bubbling.

Proper Healthy Food: Hearty Vegan And Vegetarian Recipes For Meat Lovers by Nick Knowles is published by BBC Books.

SQUASH AND BLACK BEAN CHILLI (Serves 6-8) n 1 small butternut squash (about 1kg), peeled, deseeded and cut into cubes n 3tbsp olive oil n 2 red onions, chopped n 2 garlic cloves, crushed n 1 fresh red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped n 1tbsp ground cumin n 1tbsp ground coriander n 3 x 400g tins of chopped tomatoes n 150ml white wine n 1tbsp light muscovado sugar n 2 x 400g tins of black beans, drained and rinsed n Salt and freshly ground black pepper n Sprigs of coriander, to serve n Preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan/Gas 7.

Arrange the cubes of squash in a single layer a baking tray and drizzle over two tablespoons of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss together. Roast in the oven for 25-35 minutes, or until golden and tender, but still with a little bite.

Heat the remaining oil in a large, wide, deep frying pan. Add the onions, garlic and chilli and fry over a high heat for two to three minutes. Sprinkle in the spices and fry for another minute. Add the tomatoes, wine and sugar, season with salt and pepper and bring to the boil, stirring. Cover with a lid, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.

Give the mixture a stir, add the beans and the roasted cubes of squash, then cover again with the lid and simmer for a further 10 minutes.

Check the seasoning and serve piping hot with the coriander.

SQUASH AND BLACK BEAN CHILLI, taken from Mary Berry Everyday by Mary Berry, published by BBC Books.

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HAIL, MARY! Words by: Jamie Lewis @lewislewis.im

This month, we’ll be discussing the other lady in my life - Mary, Bloody Mary.

I could talk for days about why I love this fiery, spicy and oh so versatile mistress so much; though its predominantly because, unlike the incredibly unsympathetic first lady in my life, she’s always there for me at my lowest point - generally a Sunday morning, hanging out of my proverbial.

I mean, what’s not to love, Booze – check.

Spice – check. Vegetables – check.

Occasional bacon – check check! Yup, for me Mary has it all - and if you’re choosing to stick with me for following four hundred or so words, you may as well grab the tomato juice from the back of the kitchen cupboard and blow the dust of that vodka already.

To me, there is no greater pleasure than sitting down on a Sunday afternoon, brunch on plate and Bloody Mary in hand. It’s a truly significant event; for it serves both as polite acknowledgement that last night was a particularly heavy affair whilst also signifying the beginning, of the end, of a weekend well spent. Sure, you can whip up a Mary any day of the week, heck some people even drink them when the sun’s gone down – a word of warning, avoid these people at all costs, and for goodness sake, do not look at them directly in the eye, for risk of turning to stone.

Today’s history lesson begins at the height of the roaring 1920’s where; European shores became a welcoming destination

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for both liquor starved Americans and Russians fleeing the revolution, alike. Yes, Mary’s origins are firmly planted between those two very significant historical events - the 18th Amendment to the American constitution, more commonly known as prohibition, and the Russian Revolution.

A Russian man walks in to a bar - Harry’s New York Bar in Paris, to be precise - where our protagonist, bartender Ferdinand ‘Pete’ Petiot was resident. Following his encounter with the Russian man, Petoit tasked himself with creating a drink that improved the tasteless new spirit, the man had introduced him to – Vodka.

An American walks into a bar - a year had passed and so had many a vodka drink.

Petoit grew frustrated, until – voila! – a visiting American guest introduced him to canned tomato juice and a classic was born.

Originally named the Bucket of Blood, before acquiring the moniker Bloody Mary – with reference of course to Mary Tudor, best known for her bloody reign against protestants in England and Ireland. In the years that followed, Mary was has also been subject to a number of tasty variations, including the Bloody Caesar (clam juice), the Bloody Shame (sans alcohol) and my personal favourite, the Bloody Maria (with Tequila, duh).

Now, if we’re all in agreement that Mary is our Queen, repeat after me; “Bloody Mary, blessed are you among cocktails. Pray for me now in the hour of my death, which I hope is soon. Amen” – Sterling Malory Archer.

RECIPE: MY BLOODY MARY

I can’t merely provide a list of ingredients for this drink, without some clarification first;

Peppercorn vodka – lightly crush five tablespoons of pink peppercorns, add to a bottle of decent vodka (I use Stolichnaya) and steep for a week, before straining the spent corns out the result - #fierce.

Henderson’s Relish – if you didn’t know, I’m originally from a small town called Chesterfield, about a fifteen-minute drive from the steel city of Sheffield.

We’re a proud folk, and you’d be hung drawn and quartered for uttering the words W*******r Sauce or Lea & P****n’s within a forty mile radius of the city centre. Henderson’s Relish (Hendos) is Sheffield’s national sauce; it’s strong, it’s northern and it’s bloody good. Oh, and it’s also vegetarian.

Ingredients: n 50ml Pink peppercorn infused vodka n 20ml Lemon Juice n 50ml Tomato Juice n 8 x dashes of Henderson’s Relish n 4 x dashes of Tabasco - more if you like it hotter n 4 x dashes of Cholula chipotle sauce n Pinch of sea salt n Pinch of black pepper

Method: 1. Add all ingredients to a shaker and fill with plenty of ice 2. Instead of shaking, just tilt the shaker backwards and forwards a few time as to mix the ingredients, without making the drink too frothy 3. Strain into a tall glass over fresh ice Garnish! Be as adventurous as you like, I like the traditional celery with a slice of lemon, a slice of cucumber and a twist of pepper ISLE OF MAN PREMIER MAGAZINE

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ONE POT WONDERS WORDS Freya Richardson

Hate washing up? These recipes only use one pot meaning they are great for a hassle free dinner party, easy on weeknights and delicious as leftovers.

Satisfying the meat monsters: Chilli con carne with chorizo

A favourite: Thai style muscles

Serves 6

Serves 4

Ingredients: 2 kg, ready prepared mussels 1 onion, roughly chopped 4 tbsp Thai red curry paste

2 Garlic cloves 1 Red pepper 1x 400ml tin Coconut milk 2 tbsp Fish sauce

Method: Set a large pan with olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and the pepper. Cook until they are soft and the onion is translucent. Stir in the garlic, and cook another 30 seconds.

Add the curry paste and fish sauce to the vegetables and stir until evenly coated. Add the coconut milk along with the chicken broth.

Bring the curry to a simmer and let it cook until reduced and slightly thickened.

1 level tsp ground cumin 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes 3 tbsp tomato purée 1 beef stock cube, dissolved in 300ml hot water 2 x 400g cans Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed

Method: Fry off the onion with oil on a medium heat until soft Add the garlic and chopped chorizo and cook until the fat starts to leak. Add the mince and cook until it browns, stirring to break up any clumps.

Add the mussels to the pan and cover. Cook for 4-5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until all the mussels have opened.

Discard any mussels that haven’t fully opened after 5 minutes.

Stir in the chilli powder and cumin, then add the tomatoes, stock and tomato purée. Cover with a lid and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring often.

Serve with: chips and crusty bread and a squeeze of lime.

Add the kidney beans 5 minutes before serving.

Serve with: rice or tacos, guacamole and sour cream

The please-all classic: Chicken Stew Serves 4-6

Ingredients: 1 small Butternut squash, peeled, chopped into 2.5cm pieces 500g boneless, skinless chicken thigh, chopped into 2.5cm pieces 3 leeks 4 Courgettes

Half a bag of Kale 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3 Bay leaves 1 tbsp dried mixed herbs 1 tsp chilli flakes 500mls chicken stock 200mls white wine salt and freshly ground pepper

Method: Chop all the vegetables into even pieces. Put a shallow casserole dish or deep frying pan on heat with splash of oil. When the pan has heated fry off the chicken pieces until golden, add the leeks and cook until soft.

Add the wine, herbs and chilli flakes and cook until the wine stops bubbling. Add all the remaining vegetables (add vegetables can be added or substituted depending on what you like or is available), stock and season accordingly.

Cover with a lid and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring often.

Serve with: Crusty bread

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Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped 225g Chorizo 2 red peppers, cut into small pieces 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 700g Lean Beef Mince 3 tsp level Chilli flakes

For the fussy friend: Vegetarian Curry Serves 4

Ingredients: 2 Aubergines 2 onions 1 x 400g can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained

500g Spinach (fresh or frozen) 6 heaped tsps. Madras curry paste 1x 400g tinned tomatoes

Method: Heat a little oil in a shallow casserole dish or deep frying pan.

When the pan has heated, add the onions and let them slowly soften.

Add the madras paste and let it cook out before adding the tomatoes, chickpeas and aubergine. Add more water if needed.

Add the spinach just before serving so it is slightly wilted but still holding shape.

Serve with: rice, naan, poppadum’s and mango chutney.

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AT LA PIAZZA WE OFFER FRESHLY PREPARED FOOD TO DINERS WHO LOVE AN ITALIAN ATMOSPHERE WITH FRIENDLY SERVICE AND A FAMILY WELCOME

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Coming soon... Summertime Sunday Lunch at Macfarlanes Whether you are looking for somewhere to celebrate that special occasion or to enjoy an informal night out with family and friends, Roy and his team will try their very best to make sure your visit to Macfarlanes is an enjoyable one.

Opening hours: Tues-Sat from 6:30pm | Tues-Sat lunch 12pm-2pm Tel: 624777 | www.macfarlanes.im

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WORDS | Anne Berry | The Wine Cellar

FOOD AND WINE GO HAND IN HAND AND SELECTING THE WINE TO GO WITH YOUR MEAL IS JUST AS IMPORTANT AND ENJOYABLE AS CHOOSING WHAT TO COOK. There is a tendency to plan a meal and then decide on the wine at the last minute but a little forward planning can result in a good meal becoming a memorable dining experience.

In the past, it was white wine with fish and chicken, and red wine with red meat but it is now acceptable and often more interesting to differ from that.

The key is in the balance. The food and wine need to match in weight, flavour and acidity. Imagine drinking a light Italian Pinot Grigio with a fillet steak? The wine would be lost. Or a full bodied Argentine Malbec with grilled white fish? The delicate flavours of the fish would be totally overpowered by the richness of the wine.

There are a number of occasions when it is appropriate to choose a red with fish. If it is a meaty fish, such as tuna or swordfish, or if the fish is barbecued, seared or roasted, a light red such as a Loire Valley Cabernet Franc (Domaine Langlois-Chateau Saumur Rouge £11.75) would work better than a white wine but serve it slightly chilled. Provencal style soup or stew is another fish dish that demands a red wine.

Nothing too fruity, but a red from the Languedoc such as St Chinian Cours la Reine (£8.95) with its mellow character and hint of thyme, will complement it perfectly.

A dish that contains an ingredient high in acidity requires a wine to balance. A good example of this is tomatoes, a food that is notoriously difficult to match with wine. Italy’s indigenous red grape varieties have naturally high acidity and this is why Italian red wines work with tomato based dishes.

Perfect with Spaghetti Bolognaise are the Barbera Ceppi Storici (£8.95) or Sassaiolo (£8.75), a full flavoured blend of Montepulciano and Sangiovese. The Barbera has a red cherry character and Sassaiolo is more towards plum, but both have a streak of acidity running through them to give a freshness that allows them to hold up to the acidity of the tomatoes.

Beer or lager has always been the UK’s drink of choice with spicy food. However, certain wines can really bring out the spicy flavours. Fruity or off dry white wines make the best accompaniment to a curry, so forget the Cobra and open a bottle of full flavoured and aromatic Wingwalker Viognier from New Zealand (£15.25) or Quara Torrontes (£9.75) from Argentina with its musky floral character.

If you are cooking chicken but prefer a red try a light red Burgundy, such as the Hautes Cotes de Beaune from Domaine Rollin (£15.75) or Fleurie La Madone (£11.25). These would work well as they are low in tannins and will not overpower the food.

Smoked food also requires care as it needs a wine that is strong in flavour to stand up to the smoky aromas and flavours. Try an oaked Chardonnay (Jordan from South Africa £13.95) or the Pepperpot, a South African blend of Syrah, Tannat, Mourvedre and Grenache (£9.95) will be a delicious option with spicy black fruit character and a hint of smoke on the finish.

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FASHION FLASH STYLE STEAL

Ellie Goulding’s latest collaboration has nothing to do with pop music, and everything to do with footwear, in the shape of affordable shoe brand Deichmann. The singer’s Star collection features rock chickworthy heels, trendy trainers and cute flats, and they’re all under £25. It’s music to our ears... n Ellie Goulding for Deichmann Aztec Wrap Wedges, £24.99 (www.deichmann. com)

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THE HUMBLE POLO SHIRT has had a high fashion revamp for SS17 thanks to Preen. How to wear the preppy staple now? The vibe is skinny and sporty.

Try this with Ellesse cropped shirt with high-waisted boyfriend jeans and trainers. n Ellesse Marsa Tape Crop Polo Shirt, £25, JD Sports (www.jdsports.co.uk)

GOOGLE’S FEELING BLUE

GET THE LOOK

Forget acid wash or indigo, Google reckons it has come up with the first Really Blue jeans. Created in collaboration with Britishborn New York Fashion Week designer Christian Cowan, the bright trousers are the same hue as a new limited edition Pixel phone, and come with just one pocket to house the device. Want some? You can get your own custom-made pair upon appointment with the designer. The price will only be revealed at your first fitting - so you can guarantee they’re also going be Really Expensive.

COULD YOUR PARTNER PICK THE PERFECT OUTFIT?

Two-thirds of men are happy to let their wife or girlfriend go clothes shopping for them, but 80% of women wouldn’t trust their fella to find a suitable outfit, according to a study by Fits Me. It stands to reason then that 20% of men also admit they’ve returned garments bought by their other half, rising to 25% for women.

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FEARNE COTTON TICKED off spring’s biggest colour trend at the Garnier Ultimate Blends launch party last week. Teaming her bubblegum pink ASOS knit with wet-look trousers and silver heels, the presenter showed us how to turn a wintry woollen into a really party piece. n ASOS High Neck Jumper with Cable Sleeves, £30 (www.asos. com)

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BEAUTY BULLETIN

JUST FOR HIM - Jo Malone Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense, £70 for 50ml (www.jomalone.com)

The latest launch in the ever-popular Cologne Intense line-up, Jo Malone Myrrh & Tonka now comes in a travel-friendly 50ml bottle.

The woody, resinous blend, enriched with the sweetness of tonka, is so seductive you’ll probably end up stealing a spritz for yourself.

EMMA’S OLD-SCHOOL GLAM

“Emma Stone’s Oscars look was all about 1930s Hollywood glamour,” says Rachel Goodwin, NARS director of pro artistry and red carpet.

Goodwin started with a matte complexion, adding a rosy glow on the cheeks with a new liquid version of the brand’s famous Orgasm

blush, which won’t be in stores until June.

On the Best Actress winner’s lips, Goodwin used Audacious lipstick in Mona, which has lead to a total sell-out of the deep red shade - but don’t worry, NARS is rushing to get it back on shelves in April.

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Fuchsia, £299.99, Boots

For the woman who has every perfume and potion her heart desires, the Dyson Supersonic is a cut above your average grooming gadget. The revolutionary hairdryer has been garnering rave reviews from editors and shoppers alike, so it’s sure to impress.

HAS CONFIDENCE GROWTH LED TO A SURGERY SLUMP?

The number of cosmetic surgery procedures carried out in the UK fell by 40% in 2016, the first drop after nearly 10 years of growth, according to figures released by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. The organisation cited financial pressures as the reason, but body positive activists believe a new wave of relatable social media stars, like model Iskra Lawrence, are encouraging women to accept their bodies rather than wanting to change them. :: Nars Orgasm Liquid Blush, £23 (available June; www. narscosmetics.co.uk)

:: Nars Velvet Matte Skin Tint, £30 (www.narscosmetics.co.uk)

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APPS ON, WAX OFF :: Nars Audacious Lipstick in Mona, £25 (www.narscosmetics. co.uk)

The rise of app dating is leading to a spike in bikini wax bookings, according to Treatwell, which saw an increase of 51% in the two days before Valentine’s Day last year. The beauty booking site also revealed that the Hollywood wax (that’s EVERYTHING off) is the most popular, 43% more than the Brazilian, and that in the run up to V Day, hair removal rises to 42% of all bookings.

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OUTDOOORS RAMSEY

TURNS 10 YEARS OLD

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family run business based in the north of the Island is celebrating it’s 10th Anniversary. Outdoors Ramsey first opened it’s doors in April 2007 with our first store on Albert Road, Ramsey.

Since then the business has grown and in 2013 Outdoors opened a second store at Milntown and the adventure took us to a whole new level as we were now stocking not only camping equipment but Kayaks, electric cycles and specialised clothing.

After three years we then moved from Milntown to where we are now within the Sure Strike Bowling and In 2009 our Albert Road store was extended to accommodate more cycles and camping accessories.

Since then we at Outdoors Ramsey have not rested on our laurels but have sought throughout the globe to provide our customers with a wealth of choice, quality and diversity to provide a total shopping experience when visiting our stores by securing top brands such as; GoPro, Haibike, KEEN, Palm Equipment, Paramo clothing and our newest addition brand Lapierre, all new brands brought to the Island through our stores.

We at Outdooors can often be found kayaking, hill walking and camping, we feel the best advice to give is the advice from those who do it.

Along with getting outdoors we also get involved with supporting local events around the Island, such as the Parish Walk, Agriculture Shows, Kayak Fishing Competitions, End to End and many more...

Luke & Steven would like to thank everyone for their continued support over the years and look forward to many more years serving in the business we love. Stayed tuned to Outdoors Ramsey on their social media for up coming competitions and events.

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EQUIOM SPONSORS JUNIOR CYCLING TEAM

Leading trust and corporate service provider Equiom has announced its support for the Equiom Isle of Man Junior Cycling Team, which consists of up to eight talented 16 – 18 year olds from the Island.

Managed by former professional cyclists Andrew Roche and Rob Holden, the Equiom Isle of Man Junior Cycling Team competes in some of the UK’s major

cycling events including the Peter Buckley Series (National Junior Road Series) and additional stage races throughout the UK and Ireland. The team is also supported by local businesses Bikestyle and the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company.

For more information and regular updates on the Equiom Isle of Man Junior Cycling Team’s progress, follow the team on Twitter

@IOMJnrCycling.

Pictured is Aidan Davin (Managing Director of Equiom Isle of Man) and Richard Fletcher (Chairman, Isle of Man Cycling Association) with the Equiom Isle of Man Junior Cycling Team (l-r) Dan Scarffe, Lucas Mudie, Harry Cain, Jimmy Bostock, Ben Christian and Adam Kelly

GET ON YOUR BIKE AND RIDE AT THE APPLEBY SPORTIVE The Appleby Sportive, which will take place on 1 May, starts and finishes at the Ramsey Rugby Club and consists of four timed options on different courses ranging in length from 38km to 118km. The Sportive includes routes not normally used in local cycling events and features more than 1500m of ascent.

The Sportive, now in its 8th year, is supported by Appleby as part of the firm’s ongoing sponsorship of the Ellan Vannin Cycling Club (EVCC), which includes the provision of Appleby-branded cycling kits for the

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club and also supports the Appleby Youth Circuit Championship.

Despite challenging weather, last year’s sportive saw 88 riders take part with some personal best finishing times recorded including Jason O’Connor who completed the 100km course in 3hrs 22mins 52secs and Hannah Heselton, who completed the 38km course in 1hrs 28mins 24secs.

Full details about the Appleby Sportive and entry forms are available at www.ellanvannin.cc.

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ESCAPETHEROCK.IM BECOMES COMMONWEALTH GAMES TEAM CHAMPION EscapetheRock.im, which is part of Richmond Travel, has joined the sporting ranks as Team Champion supporting the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games’ team for the 2018 tournament.

Through the partnership, the travel company, which launched last year, is providing vital funds to enable Manx athletes to attend the Games in Gold Coast, Australia.

The partnership was confirmed when Brian Kelly met with Commonwealth Games’ Vice President, Basil Bielich and cyclist Leon Mazzone who is hoping to qualify for the 2018 Games.

For more information about becoming a Team Champion, contact Juliet Holt: juliet.cgaiom@gmail.com

2017/18 ISLE OF MAN SPORT AID SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCED Isle of Man Sport Aid has announced the recipients of its scholarship programme for 2016/17. In all, a total of 41 individuals from 12 sports, as well as Isle of Man Cycling’s Regional School of Racing, will be receiving support during the year. A number of Sport Aid Academy recipients will also be considered following the conclusion of this year’s Academy programme in July.

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A scholarship from Isle of Man Sport Aid provides athletes with financial support towards their sporting costs in addition to support services at the Isle of Man Sport Institute.

Isle of Man Sport Aid has played a pivotal role in supporting the development of most

of the Island’s sporting success stories over the past 15-20 years. A significant number of Sport Aid recipients have gone on to compete at the highest levels including World Championships and Olympic Games. www.facebook.com/iomsportaid/

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CARB LOADING AND THE MANX TELECOM PARISH WALK Words by: Angela Clucas MSC, Next Levutrition

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arb-loading is a strategy employed by athletes to maximise their energy stores prior to a competition and should be considered for all events lasting 90 minutes or more. Carb-loading takes place 24 hours prior to the event and requires the athlete to consume a high carbohydrate diet (8- 12g per kg of body weight) while reducing training load in order to maximise the body’s energy stores for race day.

The Manx Telecom Parish Walk is an 85 mile, ultra endurance event, so carb-loading is definitely recommended to fill up the body’s energy stores in preparation for the race. This is as well as race day nutrition considerations to keep fuelled throughout the race itself. Carb-loading can be thought of as filling up the petrol tank of your car in preparation for a long drive, meaning you only have to make quick stops for top ups along the way.

Carb Loading Carbohydrate intake should be calculated for each individual based on body weight.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) gives a great example carb-loading diet based on 9g per kg bodyweight for a 70kg athlete. This provides 630g of carbs:

Breakfast: (150g) = 2 cups cereal with milk + 250ml fruit juice + 1 banana + 2 x thick toast with thick spread of jam Snack: (50g) = 500ml sports drink Lunch: (150g) = 1 large bread roll + 1 medium muffin + fruit smoothie Snack: (50g) = 200g flavoured yoghurt + 250ml fruit juice Dinner: (200g) = 3 cups of cooked pasta + 2 cups of fruit salad + 2 scoops ice cream + 500ml sports drink Snack: (30g) = 50g dried fruit I am sure some of you would be surprised to see just how much food is required to ‘load’. Please remember that carbloading is an exceptional circumstance and not every day nutrition. A diet high in sugar and low in fibre would not be recommended at any other time.

A diet like the one shown above will ensure your body’s fuel stores are maximised the day before the race, but what about the morning of the race? This is the time to ‘top up’ the tank and what you should eat largely depends on your individual preference and gut comfort.

For ultra endurance events like the Parish Walk, 1-4g per kg body weight would be

recommended due to the long distance to be covered and this should be eaten 1-6 hours before the start of the competition, again depending on individual preference.

Pre competition meal examples at 2g per kg body weight for a 70kg athlete: n 2.5 cups breakfast cereal +milk + banana n or Large bread roll + honey n or 2 cups boiled rice + 2 slices bread n or 4 pancakes + 1/2 cup syrup n or 60g sports bar with 500ml sports drink or fruit smoothie The examples are varied to take in to account individual preferences and again are specific to carb-loading/race day nutrition, not every day nor training nutrition.

During the event more carbohydrates will need to be consumed throughout and this is especially important for the athletes aiming to go the full distance of 85 miles.

A range of foods should be included and these could include fruit, confectionery, sports drinks and gels. Anything you want to use in the race should be tested in training to make sure it doesn’t cause any gut discomfort. Up to 90g per hour should be consumed and this will ideally be a mixture of glucose and fructose to achieve maximum uptake.

Nutrition strategies would vary greatly for those aiming to complete the full event at a race pace to fun walkers with a shorter target in mind. Personalised nutrition plans are available.

References: Maughan, R. J., & Shirreffs, S. M. (2011). IOC Consensus Conference on Nutrition in Sport

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butchered, shaved and dressed up in old clothes fashion purposes it isn’t clothes for for fashion purposes andand it isn’t of Nakai San’s wide wheelarched RWB oneone of Nakai San’s wide wheelarched RWB abominations either it’s history rewritten. abominations either - it’s history rewritten.

If you’re familiar with original If you’re notnot familiar with thethe original RufRuf CTR then you’ll probably not have heard CTR then you’ll probably not have heard of of (pronounced roof) either.

Recognised RufRuf (pronounced roof) either.

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Ruf vehicles carry their own type approval and serial numbers but are based on body in white unstamped chassis acquired from Porsche, which is a sure fire way to guarantee exclusivity. The original CTR from 1987 accelerated straight into first place as the fastest car in the world at the time, passing Porsche’s 959 and Ferrari’s F40 before reaching a terminal speed of 213mph thanks to a focus on aerodynamics (Ruf even removed the roof gutters and smoothed the bumpers to lower the drag coefficient) as well as sheer horsepower.

Officially rated as both 469bhp and 469PS, Alois Ruf commented at the time that the horsepower figure was the lowest acheived by any of the 29 Yellowbirds manufactured before adding that ‘they have very big horses in Pfaffenhausen (which sounds like an inoffensive term for a lady’s intimate area to me but I’ve checked on Google maps and it’s definitely a town in Germany).

The original Yellowbird became a cult classic at the hands of test driver Stefan Roser thanks to a video of him exhibiting what can only be described as a heroic display of driving prowess whilst taming a CTR around the Nurbürgring Nordschleife. If you haven’t seen it, type this into your web browser and ride along with him as he slides sideways past sportsbikes for two of the most impressive laps the notorious green hell has ever seen: http://bit.ly/1NeNqrJ So why have they decided to re-make the CTR and what makes this one so special? I think that part of the answer to this is purely just because they can and partly because they know they’ll sell. In fact, rumour has it that all 30 units have now been sold at a cost of €750,000 each, many of which had been claimed as soon as the rumour mill began to grind and long before a single vehicle had even been produced. With many of the 29 CTRs manufactured afresh in

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Pfaffenhausen in 1987 (rather than the twenty to thirty subsequently converted customer cars) now changing hands for upwards of a million pounds apiece the 2017 Yellowbird is doubtlessly a competetively priced future classic. Or should that be ‘was’?

It’s the world’s first rear engined vehicle sporting a full carbon monocoque chassis (presumably only by virtue of the original model’s legacy rather than any form of technical advantage, given the application of the rules of physics) and according to Alois

seventies or eighties that’s a complete pig to drive (call me a masochist) this new version looks too much like a computer generated image for me; too accessible, polished, almost impossibly perfect. A modern feat of engineeering disguised as a ghost from the past. But I suspect that’s exactly what they were aiming for.

So who’s buying these? I’ve a strong suspicion that the answer is the same as to who’s snapping up the rest of the formerly affordable classic cars such as every single

“With many of the 29 CTRs manufactured afresh in Pfaffenhausen in 1987 now changing hands for upwards of a million pounds apiece the 2017 Yellowbird is doubtlessly a competetively priced future classic. Or should that be ‘was’?”

Ruf shares nothing in common with the original other than the colour and silhouette.

Oh, and possibly the rear view mirror, although he isn’t certain, apparently.

In a carbon-fibre nutshell? Putting down 710 horsepower from a 3.6 litre twin turbo flat six (anything else would surely be sacrilege, although to get them approved for the US market, where fifteen of the thirty being produced are heading, the engine is water rather than air cooled this time around) and reaching 223mph the reassuring part is that it boasts a braking setup that works far better than the under-braked original and up to date inboard suspension that’s less likely to spit you backwards into the notoriously expensive three-high sections of Armco on the Nordschleife when you kid yourself that you’ve got what Roser had in the late eighties. If I’m honest, as a stickler for anything manufacturered in the

model of Porsche 911 up to the 993, E30 BMW M3s and first generation Honda NSXs; the kids who grew up with posters of these cars on their walls aspiring to own them one day who have now become financially successful grown ups, a far cry from their early days yet the memories from car magazines long before the internet was available in every home still remain. These are the people who spent countless hours driving the Yellowbird behind the controller of a Playstation playing Test Drive II or Gran Turismo, with over 20 million virtual owners compared to the 29 individuals who possessed the actual production cars. These new owners are my generation. Whilst these resin infused masterpieces won’t be afflicted by rust it’s sad to say that they certainly won’t be around forever, so let’s enjoy playing with these toys before there’s no petrol left and those who’ve earned it on only have money left to burn.

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Don’t play with your food…

WORDS Rebecca Evans

“Don’t play with your food”. It’s probably fair to say that most of us grew up regularly hearing that mantra around the dinner table, and many of us will now be repeating it to our own kids. But have you ever stopped to question why?

Eating is a necessity and cooking every day can soon become a chore, but it’s also one of life’s greatest pleasures, and in a busy and often stressful world we should all use mealtimes as an excuse to stop and relax, share a laugh with friends and family, and just enjoy ourselves.

Once again this month I’ve scoured the length and breadth of the interweb to bring you a selection of gadgets and gizmos designed purely to introduce some good old fashioned fun into your food.

Starfrit 93209 Rotato Express

Of all the food preparation jobs, peeling potatoes has to be the most tedious, so it’s hardly surprising that someone has come up with a completely frivolous but brilliantly named answer to this first world problem.

The Starfrit Rotato Express does away with pesky potato skins in seconds at the simple touch of a button. Not just for spuds, the adjustable cutting arm can adapt to just about any size or shape of vegetable or fruit. So sensitive that it can take the skin smoothly from a tomato, or zest a lemon, the blade automatically stops when peeling is over. No more cut fingers or arguments about who peeled last week, it’s a Sunday Roast game changer.

Gourmet Gadgetry Candy Floss Maker

Roll up, Roll up! Evoke all the fun of the fair in your own kitchen with a retro-styled Candy Floss Maker. Create fluffy clouds of deliciously sweet cotton candy in just a few seconds, simply by dropping a scoop of granulated or caster sugar along with your choice of food colouring or flavouring into the central bowl and start it spinning. A measuring scoop and 2 paper cones are supplied.

Made of durable plastic and featuring a nonslip base and storage for the 2 spare blades that are supplied, the Rotato operates via 6V adaptor or cordlessly with 4 x AA batteries.

The Rotato Express is £19.99 on amazon.co.uk. Potatoes not included.

Easy to use, maintain and clean (the bowl itself is dishwasher safe), non-slip rubber feet keep it firmly in place and the halogen heating system delivers more floss in less time. Potential for flavour and colour combinations are only limited by your imagination, so this is bound to be a talking point at your next family get together.

The Gourmet Gadgetry candy floss maker is available from johnlewis.com for £30.

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Condiment Gun

If you’ve ever sat there trying to shake the last of the ketchup from the bottom of the bottle, and thought that there must be a better, or at least more entertaining way, well there is. Let me introduce the Condiment Gun, guaranteed to delight the little kids (and not so little kids) at your next BBQ. Supplied with 2 reusable cartridges each holding around 100ml of ‘ammo’, just fill them up with your favourite sauces, pop one into the chamber and you’re ready to take aim, squeeze the trigger and shoot. Ketchup, mustard and BBQ sauce are recommended; chunkier chutneys and pickles may cause a backfire.

So get that hotdog in your crosshairs, shoot from the hip and then bite the bullet.

Nice shootin, Tex. The condiment gun is available from findmeagift.co.uk at £14.99.

Sauces not included.

BBQ Branding Iron

The perfect gift for the steak lover or BBQ chef in your house, the BBQ Branding Iron from findmeagift.co.uk offers endless opportunities to entertain your dinner guests with personal messages printed right on to their food.

From laying claim to the juiciest cut of meat by branding your name on it, to sending a tongue in cheek note to your significant other (Nice Rump?) what you write is up to you. The iron comes complete with 52 letters and 8 spaces, and twin locks hold your message firmly in place so you can sear with confidence. This item will become extremely hot when in use and should be kept away from children at all times.

The BBQ Branding Iron is available from www.findmeagift.co.uk for £11.99

Lego Silicone Moulds

If you’re going to play with your food, what better way than to model your food on the world’s most popular toy? I don’t know anyone that doesn’t love Lego, and I don’t know anyone that doesn’t love food, so combining the two seems like a no-brainer.

Create your own edible Lego bricks with these fun and versatile silicone moulds, and mealtimes will only be limited by your imagination. Make an igloo from Lego ice cubes, or fill with melted chocolate and build yourself a factory that Willy Wonka himself would be proud of.

The first loyal reader to create the Batmobile out of raspberry jelly wins bragging rights, and my lifelong respect. It probably won’t be so painful to accidentally step on either.

Silicone moulds are available from www.shop.lego.com/enGB/Home from £6.99

More than a cutting edge thermometer

Whether you're a self-proclaimed grill master or just digging in, the Weber® iGrill Bluetooth® thermometers make grilling easier, more convenient, and a whole lot smarter. Download the iGrill App, connect, and open up a new world of endless barbecue opportunities. From preset temperature guides to state-of-the-art smart features, the iGrill is sure to impress every time.

From the moment your meat is placed on the cooking grate, to the second it reaches the perfect temperature to plate, the iGrill has your back. Insert the temperature probe(s) into your meat and track the doneness of your food from your smart phone on the Weber iGrill app, without having to lift the lid.

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SURE FEEDS THE GROWING APPETITE FOR DATA

Be SMART with your data Since the launch of 4G, we’ve seen a significant increase in the amount of data being consumed as customers access faster, more reliable mobile network connections which allow them to browse the web, stream video and use social media on-the-go with less hassle and more consistency.

We’re living in an increasingly connected world and wherever we are, and whatever we’re doing, we want to get the most from our mobile phones. Whether it’s reading your e-mails, posting a photo to Instagram, downloading a new album or catching up on the latest episode of your favourite TV show – it all requires data and we’re using more and more of it.

Data consumption is continuing to grow and as more aspects of our daily lives go mobile we’re increasingly looking to our smartphones… and our data limits.

Watch, shop and share At Sure we like to give our customers what they want, and that’s more data for a lower cost.

Our new pay monthly (PAYM) mobile plans offer more data than ever before, allowing you to watch, shop, share, scroll, download, upload, edit, comment, like and tweet even more using our superfast 4G network.

There is a plan offering great value bundles of minutes, texts and data to suit everyone with up to double the amount of data to our previous plans. The new plans range from 1GB for £10 per month to a massive 100GB for £40 per month.

The packages can be tailored to your needs, so you can choose from a one month rolling, one year or two year contact, and then add a great value phone to any of the plans to complete the deal. You can also change your plan within the first three months if you need fewer minutes, texts or data or upgrade your plan at any time if you need more.

There’s talking too Smartphones may well be computers in our pockets but it shouldn’t be forgotten that

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they still connect people the old-fashioned way and, as one well-known UK telecoms company once said, “it’s good to talk”.

All of our plans come with an allocation of minutes starting with 50 minutes in our ‘Basic’ package and increasing to 10,000 minutes on the ‘Smart 100’ deal.

The minutes cover calls to all mobiles and landlines in the Isle of Man, the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands so you can have a good old natter knowing it’s all included in your mobile bundle.

So, however you use your mobile, our new PAYM plans have got you covered: whether it’s calling on the phone or on Skype, texting or using WhatsApp, uploading photos to Instagram or downloading documents from Dropbox, we know that you’ll love being Sure.

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FORM AND FUNCTION AT THEIR FINEST – SAMSUNG GALAXY A5 ‘Elegant, reliable and secure’ isn’t a list of relationship must haves… it’s a list of some of the Samsung Galaxy A5’s finest qualities.

Designed to be sleek and elegant, the A5 is a well-priced, well thought out smartphone that combines the “must-haves” of an easy-to-view, bright and colourful 5.2 inch screen and superb 16MP front camera, with the “great-to-haves” of 256GB expandable storage and an alwayson display that cuts out the hassle of pressing buttons to see the most basic time and date information.

The Samsung Galaxy A5 uses a powerful 1.9GHz Octa-Core CPU to power its Android operating system, more than enough for smooth use whether you’re watching videos or playing games.

Importantly, the A5 comes with the added security of Secure Folder which keeps selected apps and sensitive data locked down and separate from the regular content on your device. It also saves you from having to log in every time with one-time authentication.

Your digital security is amplified by the physical security that comes with the A5’s IP68 rating.

This means it’s dust proof and freshwater resistant to 1.5 metres for 30 minutes, so you can safely take it out on any occasion.

The Samsung Galaxy A5 is available in three great colours from the Sure stores in Strand Street Douglas, Parliament Street Ramsey or Orchard Walk Port Erin.

HANDSET REVIEW: LG K10 2017 LG has refreshed its K-series of smartphones with this latest modelthe LG K10.

If you’re looking for a highly usable mobile that offers all the features you’d want from a mid-end device packaged in a premium design, the LG K10 could suit you.

Extra to a fingerprint scanner, the rear facing 13MP camera allows you to take a few decent quality snaps. Things become a little more interesting with the front 5MP camera and its ultra-wide 120 degree field of view, allowing you to fit more faces in your selfies!

Should your eyes become tired towards the end of the day, it also has a handy ‘comfort view’ feature

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The LG K10 is perfect if you like to customise your phone to suit your preferences. Some notable customisations it offers include the option to switch between the app drawer and no app drawer mode, add or remove the number of shortcut keys on the navigation panel and quick settings panel.

The LG K10 2017 is available from Manx Telecom- the island’s leading 4G network- for £0 upfront @ £25 per month over 24 months on Smartphone 2GB, includes 175 minutes, 10,000 texts and 2GB of 4G Data.

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On October 22nd 1934, two exhausted airman landed on a racecourse in Melbourne, surrounded by cheering crowds. Flying a specially-built De Havilland Comet DH-88, Charles Scott and Tom Campbell Black set a new record, flying the 11,000 miles from England in just 71 hours. The Bremont DH-88 commemorates their aircraft and their achievement. Containing actual material from the record-breaking plane, the Bremont DH-88 is available now in a strictly limited edition. But it won’t be available for long.

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