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Isle of Man Premier Magazine | vol 03 : no 17 | March 2013 | the [APPETITE] issue

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# 17

the APPETITE issue

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Brew Your Own Fizzy Drinks Bridal Bible Eat Yourself Beautiful Rise & Shine - Breakfast Anyone?

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e live in times of minor celebrity. You can get famous for five minutes for doing just about anything these days. With just an iPhone and a YouTube account you could make, literally, pounds. You could bite a finger, chase some deer across a park, mock someone’s music video, or even cook.... The voracious appetite we have for watching mindless clip after clip (I’m as guilty as any) is driving the thirst for amateur video stars everywhere.

Some are more entertaining than others but as this is our ‘Appetite’ issue it seems fitting to mention ‘Epic Meal time’; described by its creator as ‘Jackass in the kitchen’. Started in Montreal in 2010, it’s the pinnacle of cooking, as long as your cooking involves Jack Daniels and bacon; Lots of bacon. It’s a tour de force of calorific creation that has spawned many imitators.

Take time out and look it up on your iPhone.

This month we teach you how to brew your own fizzy drinks.

We take a look at the Original Manx Fudge Factory and with this being the Appetite issue - we’ve supplied you with plenty of recipes to try at home. Wedding planning anyone? The new Bridal Bible will provide all those loved up couples planning the big day with a guide to wedding venues and services for the year ahead, see pages 25-39.

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HOW TO BREW YOUR OWN

>>>>>>>>>>>> INSTEAD, I ENDURED A NIGHTMARE IN WHICH MOST OF MY OTHER VICES WERE ALSO VERBOTEN - the ones I’m willing to list in print consisting primarily of fizzy drinks and cheese. I awoke craving a breakfast of baked brie and Cherry Coke, vowed to purchase some cows and begin brewing my own sugary toothrot, or die trying. You’ll pry my bottle of Irn Bru from my cold dead hands!

MICROBES ARE YOUR FRIENDS: HOW TO BREW YOUR OWN FIZZY DRINKS

You can use any old sugar, although different types of sugar make different tastes. I use caster sugar, brown sugar, honey and molasses depending on what I’m brewing up. If I had more money I’d try agave syrup and maple syrup too, because my ever-expanding colony of yeasts will eat anything sweet. You can use fruit juices too, although not pineapple as it’s a buzzkill for yeasts. No bootleg Lilt, I’m afraid.

It turns out that brewing your own fizzy drinks isn’t even that hard, providing you’re happy with something that’s more along the lines of the fancier fizzes you get from Waitrose. Posh drinks like Fentiman’s tend to be tastier anyway, and I suppose if you really want something that tastes like Panda Pops you could always just slosh in some random e numbers and a shot of drain cleaner. The important thing to understand is that you can easily fiddle around with the timings and turn posh, home-made cocktail mixer into posh, home-made alcopops. It’s basically prison hooch for middle-class foodies.

GRANT RUNYON

A couple of months ago, I ate too much cheese before bedtime and had a terrifying dream I was living in prohibition-era USA. Luckily, I keep a hipflask of gin under to my pillow for emergencies such as this, so by the time I passed out again I’d stopped fretting about a booze ban in the country parishes.

Yeast: the plant of wonders The key ingredients for the soda homebrewer are yeast, flavourings and a skipload of sugar. I’ll go into detail about those shortly, but you’ll also need something to brew it in, something to filter out the yeast gunk from the finished product, empty plastic bottles for storage and powdered citric or tartaric acid to provide bite and counteract any chlorine in your water. I use 2 litre kilner jars to brew and jam straining bags to filter out the yeast, although I suppose that a brewer’s demijohn might actually work better as it’s designed for the job. You can get citric acid from chemists, and tartaric acid is in cream of tartar.

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Once you’ve acquired those, you’ll need a yeast of some kind. You can do a perfectly decent job with brewer’s yeast or even bread yeast added to warm water, but I’d recommend purchasing a weird oddity named ‘ginger beer plant’ over the internet. It isn’t really a plant, so you’ll just receive a sachet with what looks like translucent jelly in it - this is actually a tiny colony of yeasts and other bacteria that likes nothing more than turning sugar water into delicious fizzy drink for you.

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coke bottle leaving two inches clear at the top. Leave this in a slightly colder room until the bottle is hard to the touch. This might take another four days, and means it is carbonated, although you can always let off some pressure, add more sugar and keep brewing. Transfer this to a fridge for another three days to stop the yeast working, and then its ready to store or drink. At this point, it could be anywhere between 1 and 5% alcohol. Like a North Korean rocket scientist, you’ll need to experiment.

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HERE WE VIEW TWO EXQUISITE VENUES AVAILABLE ON THE BEAUTIFUL ISLE OF MAN.

Caffeine is not actually a flavouring Now, the most important part is flavour.

You should probably start with cloudy lemonade or ginger beer, because these are the easiest, and you’ll be so impressed with the results that you’ll be emboldened to try new stuff and won’t get discouraged when you inevitably muff up trying to make cola.

Who knew that cola requires at least seven essential oils? I’d always assumed it was just caffeine, sugar and road tar.

Houndstooth sweater, £150; houndstooth cigarette pants, £150; Aimee bag, £350; all Jaeger (0845 521 0495/www.jaeger.co.uk)

Bishopscourt, a 17th century mansion house steeped in historical elegance and once the official residence of the Bishop of Sodor and Man, has now made the grounds available for hire solely through Switched On Events.

The base of most sodas is something sugary combined with something sharp. You can make a perfectly good one by adding lemon juice and sugar into 2 litres of warmish water until it tastes too sweet to drink. Put in a quarter teaspoon of tartar or citric and then add your yeast. If you’re using Ginger Beer Plant, you simply add a few tablespoons of the plant and loosely cover the jar for between three and seven days, tasting periodically to check the yeast hasn’t eaten all of the sugar. If it’s not sweet, add more.

Providing there’s enough yeast-food you’ll soon notice a fizz begin, which is caused by the yeast pooping out carbon dioxide.

This is why you don’t seal the jar, unless you want sugary explosions in your house.

This stately home is the ultimate backdrop for your wedding, set in 10 acres of beautifully tended grounds the location makes a stunning and unique setting for a stand-out marquee.

AMISFIELD HOUSE

Once it tastes slightly too sweet to drink, strain out the yeast to save for another brew and funnel the liquid into an empty plastic

Amisfield House, a striking property in the North of the Island, has opened its doors to weddings exclusively through Switched On Events.

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Sadly, there’s no quick-fix approach.

One sup of a super-green smoothie won’t immediately transform you into a supermodel - it can take at least three weeks of steady healthy eating before you notice any subtle improvements in the mirror.

Glossy hair, glowing skin and healthy nails are all things you can glean from cuisine.

Over one third (70%) of Brits opt for a natural approach to their daily beauty

So stock up on these beautifying delicacies for gorge-eous results.

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DINNER

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We can provide all the catering services you may need, our highly experienced in-house chef and catering team will create an impeccable dining experience for your guests.

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Kick start your day with a cup of green tea to rev up your metabolism and get your skin glowing.

Whip up a skin-friendly super-salad for your afternoon meal. Ingredients rich in lutein can work especially well if you’re a sun-seeker.

You can’t beat oily fish for enviable skin and hair. The fatty acids found in salmon, mackerel and sardines can help give you a post-facial-like glow, keeping your skin plump and moisturised.

Nibbling on nuts will help conquer hunger pangs between meals - and top-up your beauty regime too.

Almonds are rich in Vitamin E and chewing a few a day can help improve skin texture and lessen after-meal surges in blood sugar levels. Hazelnuts are another good source.

GRACE COLE FRUIT WORKS BODY WASH IN WATERMELON & PINK GRAPEFRUIT £4 www.gracecole.co.uk

KORRES WATERCRESS ULTRA NOURISHING AND MOISTURISING CREAM £19 www.feelunique.com

MYCHELLE INCREDIBLE PUMPKIN PEEL £24.50 www.mychelleuk.com

If Christmas leftovers and curries haven’t put you off, turkey is also a healthy dinner alternative.

A 100g serving contains nearly 75% of an adult’s Recommend Daily Allowance (RDA) of protein. It’s also low in fat and rich in zinc and selenium - an antioxidant that benefits the skin and immune system.

Time and again we’re told it’s the most important meal of the day, but many of us are still failing to tuck into breakfast in the morning. According to a new study, nearly half of us skip brekkie at least once a week, while 15% of those surveyed never eat that vital early meal.

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The top reason given was not feeling hungry first thing, while 21% of respondents would rather spend longer in bed.

And one in 10 people miss out in a belief it will help them lose weight - despite breakfast-skippers being twice as likely to munch on crisps later in the morning.

The research was conducted for Farmhouse Breakfast Week, which aims to put a stop to these bad habits and encourage people to start the day with a meal. For additional information visit www.shakeupyourwakeup.com.

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This season’s modern stripes are big and bold, creating an almost nautical look minus the navy, of course. You don’t have to go the whole hog with a Beetlejuice-inspired suit, but stripy trousers or skinny jeans are a big statement if you dare.

Contrasting separates is the simplest way to do this. Team your colours the right way around and you can expect instant figure flattery too. If you’re pear-shaped, for instance, stick to black bottoms and white tops and vice versa to balance out your body proportions.

A dress is a much more versatile piece but beware of the direction of your stripes. Aim to create curves with bold, horizontal stripes and minimise them with vertical, skinnier stripes. If you’re wearing a voluminous dress or top, stick to vertical lines to avoid unflattering optical illusions.

Make your mono a little more subdued with accessories. Those with practically all-black wardrobes can simply inject a subtle flash of white with a two-tone bag or heels.

Linear style looks best when streamlined, so keep your look unfussy and accessories to a minimum to let your stripes do the talking.

Forget looking cool, this spring is all about being unapologetically square.

The trend may not have been ‘spotted’ as much on the spring/summer catwalks but the pop art print is in keeping with the Sixties vibe that designers adopted.

White spots on a black background is the most common colourway. To lighten up your look for summer, try switching things up with a black on white reversal. If spots feel too primary school for you, try a black and white leopard print for a print with extra bite.

Take minimalism to the max in uber-bold black and white square checks. Wallflowers may feel more comfortable in a significantly smaller houndstooth check. Floaty shapes can sometimes work out but this geometric look is a far better style equation when teamed with structured, clean silhouettes.

Tick even more fashion boxes by doubling the impact with complementary black and white accessories.

From a full English to a fruit smoothie, there are plenty of tasty ways to start your day.

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DAN KNEEN

Dan will continue with Suzuki machinery for a second successive season. He hopes to take full advantage of the set-up mastered over the previous year. He will challenge for podium positions at the Isle of Man TT, NW200, UGP etc, and the British Championships. He will be competing on Superbike, Superstock and Supersport machinery.

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4 large Portobello mushrooms

1tbsp chopped chives

Tip: To poach eggs, bring a wide, shallow pan of water to just simmering. Using the handle of a slotted spoon, swirl the simmering water to create a whirlpool or vortex then crack the eggs, one or two at a time, directly into the centre of the whirlpool.

THE BREAKFAST STACK

As the eggs cook, use the spoon to keep the water moving and ensure the egg whites wrap around the yolks (do this carefully so as not to break the eggs).

After 1-2 minutes, or when the egg white is cooked, remove them from the pan using the slotted spoon and set aside to drain on kitchen paper. For a firm yolk cook for a further minute or so.

SERVES 4

OATY YOGURT WITH NUTS SERVES 1

1tbsp hazelnuts, roughly chopped

Place all the ingredients in a liquidiser or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and drizzle over some extra honey to serve (optional).

Dry fry the oats and nuts for about 3 minutes over a medium heat until toasted.

Stir in the honey and dried fruit and allow to cool slightly.

Reserve 1 tablespoon of the mixture and stir the rest into the yogurt.

Spoon into a glass and top with the reserved oat mixture before serving.

Tips: For a smoother texture, soak the bran flakes in the milk for 5-10 minutes in advance.

Tip: Try using a flavoured yogurt like strawberry or add fresh fruit for a different taste.

1tbsp honey

MAKES 10

200g jumbo oats

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YOU CAN’T REALLY SET UP FOR THE TT UNLESS YOU’RE ACTUALLY RIDING IT. THERE ARE VERY FEW CIRCUITS THAT ARE ANYTHING LIKE THE TT IN THE WAY OF BIKE SET UP

1tsp baking powder 50g butter 30g cheese, such as Cheddar or Cheshire, grated

125g self raising flour

Obviously everyone remembers Dan’s crash in the Supersport race, but before that he was having a great race battling with John McGuinness for fourth. Dan told me; “I was bouncing between fourth and fifth fighting with John McGuinness, I’m not sure what it was but we were struggling with a bit with speed on the Suzuki. We didn’t really have it at the top end, we had to try and punch it out of the corners onto the straights. It was the same kind of thing with the Superbike, we didn’t really have a lot of time on it and we weren’t able to try and bits and pieces on it. So I think I was pushing harder than I wanted to be pushing to get to where we were and that caused the crash, it was just one of them things really.”

100ml semi skimmed milk

Preheat the oven to 220ºC, gas mark 7. Grease a baking tray.

Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until golden. Grill the bacon whole and chop the bacon into small pieces, roughly 1cm.

Mix the flours and baking powder in a large bowl and rub in the butter until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the bacon mixture and half the cheese. Mix in the milk to form a soft dough.

On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 2cm thick and using a 6cm round cutter, cut out 10 scones and place on the tray. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese.

Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden. Perfect for eating on the go, wrapped in a napkin. The scones will keep for 2-3 days in an airtight container. The scones can also be frozen (best to freeze once cooled, on the day they have been baked) so you have a ready supply for busy weeks.

Coming out of Governors Bridge during the Supersport race Dan hit a damp patch on the road, lost control of his Suzuki and hit a wall, something nobody wanted to see and no doubt it wasn’t what Dan wanted either. Talking to Dan about the crash he said; “I just remember coming out of Governors and I hit a bit of a damp patch on the left hand side of the track. I was using slightly more of the road to try and get a better run out of the corner but it just caught me out and that was that, and before I knew it the bike was ripped out of my hands and I was just a passenger really.”

Speaking about the injuries he sustained from the crash Dan said; “They let me out of the hospital after a couple of days and told me I had just squashed a few vertebra but then about a month later after I had another doctor, who was a specialist look at it he told me I had actually cracked four of them so I had to rest and just go from there.”

Tips: Serve spread with low fat cream cheese, sliced tomatoes or ham for a more substantial breakfast on the go.

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1tbsp rapeseed oil 125g unsmoked back bacon 100g mushrooms, chopped 100g wholemeal plain flour

Tip: You could swap the cocoa with drinking chocolate and try either milk or white chocolate chips. For added indulgence, add extra chocolate chips or nuts.

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1tbsp dried cranberries 150g low fat natural yogurt

25g bran flakes ¼tsp vanilla essence

100g raisins

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3 dried apricots, chopped

100ml semi skimmed milk 150g low fat natural yogurt

25g plain chocolate chips

LUSH REHAB SHAMPOO from £5.10 www.lush.co.uk

2tsp clear honey

VANILLA HONEY YOGURT SMOOTHIE SERVES 1

Preheat the oven to 180ºC, gas mark 4.

Place the oats, walnuts and cocoa in a large baking tray and spread out evenly. Bake for 5 minutes. Allow to cool. Stir in the raisins and chocolate chips.

Serve with milk, topped with sliced banana.

LUSH SWEETIE PIE SHOWER JELLY from £3.10 www.lush.co.uk

Before his big crash in the second race of the TT week Dan had an impressive result in the first Superbike race finishing eleventh on a bike he had hardly ridden. Speaking to me about the race Dan said; “Well to be honest, everything was very last minute with that bike. I only got it built and finished just before that last practise session and I only got one lap on it. I had never ridden it before that so after only one lap in practise, the race was then just a way to see how we go basically. The suspension wasn’t adjusted or anything, we basically pulled it out of the box and rode it so to finish in eleventh and do a 126mph lap wasn’t bad considering. I think if we had a bit more time on it we would have been able to have a decent go at it but as it was I was only able to ride round and do what I could.”

25g jumbo oats 1tbsp flaked almonds

75g walnut pieces, roughly chopped (or other nuts, such as macadamia)

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Having already achieved so much, it’s time for Dan to become a regular podium finisher. To achieve his goals he needs additional funding and is therefore offering an exciting opportunity for you to join his already successful team.

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N 2012 YOUNG MANXMAN DAN KNEEN WILL PROBABLY BE REMEMBERED BY MANY FOR HIS SPECTACULAR CRASH IN THE FIRST SUPERSPORT RACE AT THE ISLE OF MANN TT. IN 2013 DAN IS HOPING TO CHANGE THAT AND MAKE THE FANS REMEMBER HIM FOR THE RIGHT REASONS, HIS RACE RESULTS.

4 slices unsmoked back bacon

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Avoid the fashion equivalent of a measles epidemic by limiting your outfit to just one eye-catching accessory or piece of clothing.

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ONE TO WATCH IN 2013!

Here are a variety of breakfast options for you to try at home...

Remove the stalks from the mushrooms and place in a grill pan.

Slice the ends off the tomatoes and cut in half to create 2 circle shapes and place in the grill pan with the mushrooms. Place under a preheated grill for 5 minutes each side. Set aside and keep warm.

Meanwhile, poach the eggs for 2-3 minutes (one at a time if easier).

Place the bacon in the grill pan and grill for 5-6 minutes, turning once until golden and towards the end of cooking, toast the muffins.

Stack the bacon on top of the muffins then top with the mushrooms, tomatoes and then egg. Scatter with the chives and season with black pepper.

Spot luck For a monochromatic ensemble that’s less sharp, more youthful, but just as statementmaking, look to super-sized polka dots.

Louis Vuitton’s catwalk was one big maths lesson in symmetry and geometry with model ‘twins’ simultaneously showcasing bold checks. Emphasising the chessboard design, the colour palette was naturally mono-toned.

THE YEAR AHEAD

2 wholemeal English-style muffins, halved

Chocoholics don’t have to deny themselves completely for dessert.

Just stick to the dark stuff, rather than white or milk choc. Good quality dark chocolate, with high cocoa contents, contains a group of phytochemicals called flavonols that can help protect the skin against free radical damage, known to cause wrinkles and anti-ageing.

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Here’s how to be a black and white beauty.

No ready-made monochromatic pieces in your wardrobe? Create your own look simply by pairing black and white clothing together.

2 beef tomatoes

Fruit also makes great beautifying snacks. Tangerines are a good source of lutein, while blueberries, strawberries and kiwis are packed with vitamin C to aid collagen production and keep capillaries healthy. And munching a few dried apricots, high in iron, will help improve skin tone.

LUSH AVOBATH BATH BOMB £3.20 each www.lush.co.uk

If you haven’t joined the monochrome movement yet, it’s one of the chicest and easiest trends to work for both everyday or eveningwear. The versatility of monochrome means that there’s also a myriad of ways to wear it, from colour blocking to catwalkinspired checkerboards.

ACTIVE

4 medium eggs

For sides, try carrots: “Rich in alphacarotene and beta-carotene, which convert to vitamin A, this is essential for the manufacture of new skin cells.

AS THE OLD ADAGE GOES, TRUE BEAUTY COMES FROM WITHIN - AND A GOOD PLACE TO START IS WITH THE CONTENTS OF YOUR FRIDGE.

Right now, black and white are the transition double act to ease you between seasons.

Sharp stripes It was graphic prints galore on the catwalks, with modern lines in black and white leading the way.

Rosie white blazer, £60; white waffle mini skirt, £22; stripe jumper, £35; white sunglasses, £12; Kasabian sandals, £40; all River Island www.riverisland.com

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Finish with a glass of fresh orange juice. It’s packed with vitamin C which is crucial for producing collagen - the protein that helps keep skin looking fresh and youthful.

Our wide ranging service means we can supply and source anything you may need. Marquees, exclusive wedding locations, room dressing and venue transformations are just a few of the many areas we can assist with.

FROM A FULL ENGLISH TO A FRUIT SMOOTHIE, THERE ARE PLENTY OF TASTY WAYS TO START YOUR DAY, YET MANY OF US ARE STILL SKIPPING BREAKFAST. IT’S TIME TO RISE AND SHINE.

It’s not rocket science. Pack your diet with vitamin and mineral-rich goodness and you’ll reap the beauty benefits.

Forget ice cream and try a small scoop of coconut oil for afters.

Jennifer Aniston was spotted toting the ingredient in her shopping basket. The plant oil promotes supple, deeply hydrated skin and it’s versatile too...

For further information regarding any of the services we can provide contact our friendly and professional team today.

The usual fanciful florals of spring have been left to wilt, pretty pastels are in the shade and bright colours in the bargain bucket.

Stripe blazer, £45; spot dress, £38; both Next (www.next.co.uk)

Dual fabric peplum top, £35; faux leather trousers, £45; black courts, £49; all La Redoute (www.laredoute.co.uk)

Block buster Black with white accents or white with black accents - it’s a simple but bold combination that works every time with colour blocking.

The higher the concentration of white, the fresher your look will be for spring/summer.

RISE AND SHINE BREAKFAST ANYONE?

routine, a survey commissioned by Tropicana revealed.

Humble watercress recently rivalled expensive potions when, after just four weeks of adding a bag a day to their diet, 10 out of 11 females experienced visible improvements to their skin, according to a Watercress Alliance study.

Spinach (12mg in 100g) and red peppers (7mg in 100g) are both good sources. Add some hearty chunks of sweet potato for an extra fix of Vitamin E.

Whether you want a vintage, classic or contemporary style for your wedding day let our experienced and creative team help make your dreams become a reality.

Do not adjust your sets. Your eyes are not deceiving you: the style world has decided to banish colour in favour of black and white this season.

WORDS | Joanna Wilson

GIVE THE FRUIT AND VEG STALLS A RUN FOR THEIR MONEY WITH YOUR BATHROOM SHELVES. STOCK UP ON THESE FOOD-INSPIRED BEAUTIES:

As the old adage goes, true beauty comes from within - and a good place to start is with the contents of your fridge.

Eggs are the breakfast food to indulge in for gorgeous, glossy locks. They work wonders for hair inside and out; rich in biotin, which is essential for cell growth, and vitamin B-12 for strengthening locks and maintaining a healthy scalp.

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2013 begins with such good intentions. But even if your detox plans went downhill after week one, glossy hair, glowing skin and healthy nails are all still within your reach at any time of year.

Green tea can help when it comes to skincare, protecting it from external environmental influences and therefore helping fight signs of premature ageing.

The house is set within 20 acres of land which also includes an outdoor pool, stables, water features, exterior lighting and immaculate gardens. The outstanding countryside views makes for very picturesque surroundings, perfect for striking photographs.

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Lutein belongs to the carotenoid family of antioxidants and has been linked to reducing sun-induced skin damage and improving the elasticity of the skin.

The gardens of Amisfield ensure a picturesque setting for your wedding and the grounds can accommodate a marquee for up to 300 guests. If you are looking for a more intimate location, a marquee can be installed in the cobblestoned courtyard which is positioned next to the property.

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Drinking green tea has many beauty benefits. A natural antioxidant, green tea comes from the same plant as other teas but it is not fermented, so retains more nutrients and has been shown to have twice as much antioxidant power as vitamin E.

As the venue also comes with its own private chapel you can hold your ceremony in the same grounds, step outside for photographs, then move seamlessly to your reception marquee without any disruption or travel time for you and your guests.

Taking over the perfect venue for your private use ensures an extra-special unique occasion. You are guaranteed to be the only bride at this venue!

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Camilla jacket, £149; Erin trousers, £99; Eloise blouse, £99; all Fenn Wright Manson www.fennwrightmanson.com

Next month, I’m going to show you how to make your own cheese, yoghurt and other milky treats. Milky Milky.

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Monochrome is officially the colour combination of spring.

So, what’s in cola? I suggest you google the recipe for ‘OpenCola’. This surprisingly Coke-y fizz contains essential oils of lavender, lime, orange, cassia, lemon, nutmeg, coriander and neroli. You can churn that lot up with some gum arabic binder and add it to sugar water to get a basic cola, and then add in whatever you want. In the interests of health and safety, Gallery’s lawyers instruct me to add that powdered caffeine is actually highly poisonous, and although Coca-Cola used to contain it, cocaine is illegal, dangerous and may turn you into moustachioed eighties funkster Rick James.

My tip is to stick to dark rum and lime juice.

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Ginger beer, cola and coke To make the best ginger beer you’ve ever tasted, juice (or grate and mash through a sieve) three inches of root ginger and add to the above lemony brew with a half teaspoon of cayenne pepper. I also add some cloves, cardamom, lemongrass or lime juice - the possibilities are endless. It also tastes boss if you brew up a mixture of cold sweet tea (of any kind) - you quickly work out that anything that tastes okay sugary and cold will eventually brew into something wonderful.

Both the house and grounds can be yours to enjoy as the property can accommodate up to 8 guests so you can spend time in this beautiful location with friends and family the evening before your wedding day.

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“I think it was somewhere around six weeks before I was actually able to do much really.

I just had to take it steady because there’s no point trying to rush back with an injury like that. In the end you’ll probably damage yourself more so I didn’t rush it.”

Dan’s comeback meeting was at the Ulster Grand Prix in August where he picked up a very impressive two 8th place finishes and two 7th places, just two months after his crash at the TT. Dan said; “With the Ulster I was happy enough because I hadn’t ridden a bike from the TT and wasn’t able to set them up, change them or anything like that. We struggled a bit with set up at the TT so we just worked away at it throughout practice and tweaked a few bits and pieces for the races. We had some good races that week, we would have liked to have done a little better in some of them but after coming back from the crash it was good enough.”

With having a very impressive year despite his crash at the TT it was easy to see that Dan was well suited to the Suzuki’s and I was keen to find out what his plans were going into 2013, he told me; “This year I’ll be sticking with the Marks Bloom Racing team but I’m still trying to get some sponsors onboard because it can be a bit of a struggle with funds. Maybe this year we’ll have to cut back on some of the meetings and just do the main ones which would be a shame but unfortunately that’s just the way it’s been going recently.”

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wanted to ask Dan what races he has plans to do in 2013 and if he would be sticking to the main three or taking in any other races throughout the year, he said; “Our plan was to do the British Championship but at the moment we might be a bit stuck so we might just do a few of them and we were thinking of doing a few of the National Irish Road Races but we’re still not sure yet. I’ve thought about it because we’re going to have to pick and choose the races this year and I was thinking of doing something a little bit different, it would nice to do it for a bit of a change so we’ll see what happens.”

With Dan being a Manxman I wanted to ask that if living on the Isle of Man helped him in any way to prepare for the TT and if it has helped him in learning the 37.7 mile long track, he told me; “I don’t know, I suppose it’s easier because the workshop’s here and stuff like that and you can’t really learn it driving around it compared to riding it. You can sort of work out what’s coming next and things like that but as for learning it properly you can only do that once a year and pick out a few new things. People say it can be a big advantage but it’s not really.”

riding it. There are very few circuits that are anything like the TT in the way of bike set up, the only one really would be the Ulster.

So hopefully the set up we used there can help me with the TT this year.”

Dan is definitely a rider to watch for in 2013 and has a very bright future ahead of him.

Having a very impressive Ulster Grand Prix and until his crash he was having a great TT, even with limited bike time so heading into 2013 I really wanted to know what Dan’s aspirations are, he said; “I would like to get on the podium at some of the big races, which would be nice. Especially with us being a smaller team and building the bikes ourselves it would be good. We’ll just take it one step at a time, some day I would love to win one obviously but if I was to get onto the podium it would be great for the confidence because I’ve missed out on it a few times like in 2011 in the wet race I was laying in third before it was red flagged and in a few more we’ve had breakdown’s and things but the guys have worked really hard so it would be good for them as well but it’ll come!”

As a leading rider, Dan will feature heavily across all media during the 2013 season. The National Superstock Championship (www. bristishsuperbike.com), The Isle of Man TT (www.iomtt.com), and countless other media platforms.

These include (www.bikesortnews. com) and (www.motorcyclenews. com).

This exciting high-speed sport has some of the largest spectator audience figures of any sport in the UK and across the world.

Your products and services will be endorsed with your company name and logo emblazed on all machinery, race transporter and team clothing.

Contact Dan directly and he will send you a 2013 full colour brochure with highlights of his career so far and additional sponsorship information.

DID YOU KNOW? * SPONSORSHIP IS TAX-FREE? * THE FIRST NEW SPONSOR TO CONTACT DAN WILL BENEFIT FROM A FREE ADVERT IN GALLERY MAGAZINE.

With the Isle of Man being such a unique circuit I asked Dan how he and the Marks Bloom Racing team went about setting up for the TT and how they prepare for taking on “The Mountain Course”, he told me; “We do a bit of testing but the thing is you can’t really set up for the TT unless you’re actually

CONTACT DAN DIRECTLY. TEL: 07624 465976 EMAIL: kneenmachine@hotmail.com WEBSITES: www.dankneen.com www.marksbloomracing.com

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CONTENTS Edito................................................................................................................................2 Listings.......................................................................................................................4 Brew Your Own Fizzy Drinks........................................6 Eat up You’ve Paid For It........................................................8

Events.......................................................................................................................9 Relay For Life Launch 2013......................................10 Kelly & Christopher Wilson Wedding......11 Red Cross Isle of Man...............................................................12 Upfront..................................................................................................................13 So Long Diet - So Long Gym......................................14 Current Affairs.....................................................................................15 Things To Do.............................................................................................18 Community...................................................................................................20 The Celebrity Diet Addict....................................22 News in Numbers.........................................................................23 Me & My Pet................................................................................................24 Bridal Bible....................................................................................................25 Culture...................................................................................................................39 Upload...................................................................................................................40 Manx Film Espresso...............................................................44 Mirabilis............................................................................................................45 Manx Wearable Art.........................................................46 Fashion/Beauty................................................................................47

The Butchers Shop....................................................................48 Black & White......................................................................................50

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Let Them Wear Cake.................................................................52 Not Just Eye Candy......................................................................53 Eat Yourself Beautiful..............................................................54 Appetite.................................................................................................................57

Breakfast Anyone..................................................................................58 The Original Manx Fudge Factory....................60 It’s Time To Man Up.......................................................................62 Chips Cheese & Gravy................................................................64 An Exercise of The Palate.....................................................66 Wine Maker......................................................................................................68 Business...................................................................................................................75 News................................................................................................................................76 Gradu8 - Royal London 360...............................................78 Hotdesk Heroes.......................................................................................80 Cable & Wireless Communications..................82 Movers & Shakers..................................................................................84 Hardware.............................................................................................................85 Motoring News..........................................................................................86 Phone Home................................................................................................87 Ultrabooks...........................................................................................88 CleerVu....................................................................................................89 Gallery Gadgets........................................................................92 Active...........................................................................................................................95

Thomas & Hannah Riley....................................................96 Dan Kneen.........................................................................................98 Erin Bike Hut.............................................................................100

Paparazzi......................................................................................................101 Jar Bar & Grill.....................................................................................102 Artisan.................................................................................................................103 Nexus.....................................................................................................104 Roisin Cummins Leaving Party...............105 Tesco Party..................................................................................................106 Barcode...............................................................................................................107 Courthouse..................................................................................................108 The Outback..........................................................................................110 Boardom.........................................................................................112 Isle of Man | Home & Interiors | March 2013 APPETITE

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Ballacraine - St Johns....................................................70 Four Roads - Port St Mary......................................72 Carrick Bay View - Colby........................................72 Westminster Terrace - Douglas....................74 Fort Anne Road - Douglas......................................74

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MICROBES ARE YOUR FRIENDS: HOW TO BREW YOUR OWN FIZZY DRINKS GRANT RUNYON

A couple of months ago, I ate too much cheese before bedtime and had a terrifying dream I was living in prohibition-era USA. Luckily, I keep a hipflask of gin under to my pillow for emergencies such as this, so by the time I passed out again I’d stopped fretting. >>>>>>>>>>

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>>>>>>>>>>>> INSTEAD, I ENDURED A NIGHTMARE IN WHICH MOST OF MY OTHER VICES WERE ALSO VERBOTEN - the ones I’m willing to list in print consisting primarily of fizzy drinks and cheese. I awoke craving a breakfast of baked brie and Cherry Coke, vowed to purchase some cows and begin brewing my own sugary toothrot, or die trying. You’ll pry my bottle of Irn Bru from my cold dead hands!

You can use any old sugar, although different types of sugar make different tastes. I use caster sugar, brown sugar, honey and molasses depending on what I’m brewing up. If I had more money I’d try agave syrup and maple syrup too, because my ever-expanding colony of yeasts will eat anything sweet. You can use fruit juices too, although not pineapple as it’s a buzzkill for yeasts. No bootleg Lilt, I’m afraid.

It turns out that brewing your own fizzy drinks isn’t even that hard, providing you’re happy with something that’s more along the lines of the fancier fizzes you get from Waitrose. Posh drinks like Fentiman’s tend to be tastier anyway, and I suppose if you really want something that tastes like Panda Pops you could always just slosh in some random e numbers and a shot of drain cleaner. The important thing to understand is that you can easily fiddle around with the timings and turn posh, home-made cocktail mixer into posh, home-made alcopops. It’s basically prison hooch for middle-class foodies.

Yeast: the plant of wonders The key ingredients for the soda homebrewer are yeast, flavourings and a skipload of sugar. I’ll go into detail about those shortly, but you’ll also need something to brew it in, something to filter out the yeast gunk from the finished product, empty plastic bottles for storage and powdered citric or tartaric acid to provide bite and counteract any chlorine in your water. I use 2 litre kilner jars to brew and jam straining bags to filter out the yeast, although I suppose that a brewer’s demijohn might actually work better as it’s designed for the job. You can get citric acid from chemists, and tartaric acid is in cream of tartar.

Once you’ve acquired those, you’ll need a yeast of some kind. You can do a perfectly decent job with brewer’s yeast or even bread yeast added to warm water, but I’d recommend purchasing a weird oddity named ‘ginger beer plant’ over the internet. It isn’t really a plant, so you’ll just receive a sachet with what looks like translucent jelly in it - this is actually a tiny colony of yeasts and other bacteria that likes nothing more than turning sugar water into delicious fizzy drink for you.

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coke bottle leaving two inches clear at the top. Leave this in a slightly colder room until the bottle is hard to the touch. This might take another four days, and means it is carbonated, although you can always let off some pressure, add more sugar and keep brewing. Transfer this to a fridge for another three days to stop the yeast working, and then its ready to store or drink. At this point, it could be anywhere between 1 and 5% alcohol. Like a North Korean rocket scientist, you’ll need to experiment.

Ginger beer, cola and coke To make the best ginger beer you’ve ever tasted, juice (or grate and mash through a sieve) three inches of root ginger and add to the above lemony brew with a half teaspoon of cayenne pepper. I also add some cloves, cardamom, lemongrass or lime juice - the possibilities are endless. It also tastes boss if you brew up a mixture of cold sweet tea (of any kind) - you quickly work out that anything that tastes okay sugary and cold will eventually brew into something wonderful.

Caffeine is not actually a flavouring Now, the most important part is flavour.

You should probably start with cloudy lemonade or ginger beer, because these are the easiest, and you’ll be so impressed with the results that you’ll be emboldened to try new stuff and won’t get discouraged when you inevitably muff up trying to make cola.

Who knew that cola requires at least seven essential oils? I’d always assumed it was just caffeine, sugar and road tar.

So, what’s in cola? I suggest you google the recipe for ‘OpenCola’. This surprisingly Coke-y fizz contains essential oils of lavender, lime, orange, cassia, lemon, nutmeg, coriander and neroli. You can churn that lot up with some gum arabic binder and add it to sugar water to get a basic cola, and then add in whatever you want. In the interests of health and safety, Gallery’s lawyers instruct me to add that powdered caffeine is actually highly poisonous, and although Coca-Cola used to contain it, cocaine is illegal, dangerous and may turn you into moustachioed eighties funkster Rick James.

My tip is to stick to dark rum and lime juice.

Next month, I’m going to show you how to make your own cheese, yoghurt and other milky treats. Milky Milky.

The base of most sodas is something sugary combined with something sharp. You can make a perfectly good one by adding lemon juice and sugar into 2 litres of warmish water until it tastes too sweet to drink. Put in a quarter teaspoon of tartar or citric and then add your yeast. If you’re using Ginger Beer Plant, you simply add a few tablespoons of the plant and loosely cover the jar for between three and seven days, tasting periodically to check the yeast hasn’t eaten all of the sugar. If it’s not sweet, add more.

Providing there’s enough yeast-food you’ll soon notice a fizz begin, which is caused by the yeast pooping out carbon dioxide.

This is why you don’t seal the jar, unless you want sugary explosions in your house.

Once it tastes slightly too sweet to drink, strain out the yeast to save for another brew and funnel the liquid into an empty plastic

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The buffet. The socially acceptable place to gorge yourself to bloatation. To force feed yourself like a festive goose. You can eat seconds, thirds, even sevenths. Sidestep the side plate and head to the larger for your starter. Trust me on this Please. I come from a foodie family. They encourage eating. It’s a compulsion. It borders on some sort of eating disorder.

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y family’s the kind that sees you and says, “mymy, you’ve put on weight!” Unlike most families, the connotations are nearly always positive.

Shimmering eyes that glisten like polished diamonds gaze at you as family members incessantly grab your cheeks in a dramatic display of familial love. Worse still is the notion that “you’re too skinny!” This line of argument often forces parents to field off questions from well-meaning, if not intrusive elders who have too much experience, wisdom and love to be reckoned with. It’s no wonder that the prospect of unlimited food and unrestrained helpings, not to mention unmonitored by my Big Fat Greek Wedding-sized family, is so psychologically compelling on Hangover Sunday. It allows me to regain my strength gradually, and anyway, it’s more cardio than I’d be doing lying in a blacked-out bedroom fumbling for bottles of water and paracetamol.

I feel, however, that the buffet is a place of equal splendour and whimsy as any theme park to a child. The real beauty of it is they can pick what they want, and for children this is the most magnetizing part. There are no real rules. No enforced Brussels sprouts.

The principles of free will are of the utmost importance here. It’s an exercise in parental trust in their children and childhood mistrust in endlessly nagging adults. Gleeful, open-mouthed faces scanning endless deserts and artisanal fruit arrangements make them wonder just how far they can push it. After all, no parent likes a scene. They surreptitiously load their plates with enough sugary delights to keep them awake for a fortnight. Staining their Sunday best with remnants of a strawberry cheesecake smeared into just ironed clothing.

There’s enough to feed the Third World, yet we still feel deflated when, on reflection, we missed out on some crab claws or some kind of overcooked rice dish. The family leaves the restaurant in a near narcotized stupor that makes the drive back heavenly with the appetite fully satiated.

For the freedom it entails and the sheer abundance of foods, many of which we rarely eat, the buffet is the apex of eating experiences.

It offers up choice without the requirement to plan and prepare.

It removes us from queues and laden food prices that, for the moment, seem to be ever-soaring. We pay upfront, have a general idea of what we’re getting and can’t easily get a refund if we don’t like it.

It gives us the illusion of choice at a fixed price and I for one like it more than heavy bags of food, bored checkout staff and extortion.

The buffet makes Man feel victorious over all food groups. He presides over his edible domain with a salivating mouth and anxious hands. Secretly all that’s lacking is elasticated trousers, since being limited by fabric is an insult to his masculinity. But today Modern Man can have a day off from the drudgery of the kill, relax, and fill up on meat galore. For poor 1950s-style wives, yes, there are still some among us, the day’s cooking is spared her.

Parental responsibility is limited to ensuring that their little angels don’t make a mess, cause a commotion, or vomit on a silver platter.

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The all-new mini paceman.

Coming soon to Buchanan.

Check out the new MINI Paceman. Visit Buchanan from 16 March or go to www.buchananmini.co.uk to find out more about the seventh model in the MINI range.

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Combined 35.8-64.2 mpg (7.9-4.4 l/100km).

CO2 Emissions 184-115 g/km.

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RELAY FOR LIFE LAUNCH 2013 - The Crescent, Douglas

The launch of this year’s Relay for Life campaign was held at The Crescent nightclub on Friday 22nd February.

The fundraising target is £50,000 this year, to add to the £130,000 already raised in the Isle of Man. Relay For Life is an inspirational community and familyfocused event, and the relay itself is open to all ages and all abilities. Relay is a fun 24 hour event but one with a serious message,

People can register or donate online at relay.cancerresearch.org.uk and get fundraising, then come along and do the Relay to celebrate their achievements.

Although Cancer Research UK is a UKregistered charity, the money raised from the campaign will go to centres treating Isle of Man patients, and this year, Celton Manx are continuing their support for the event as lead sponsor.

The Relay for Life Isle of Man 2013 takes place on Saturday August 24th at the NSC, Douglas, at 12 noon.

Follow Relay for Life Isle of Man on Facebook for details of all the fundraising events and information, or email the Relay Isle of Man team on relayiom@gmail.com.

Photography by: Peter Kwiecinski

“CANCER NEVER SLEEPS”.

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KELLY AND CHRISTOPHER WILSON’S WEDDING DAY - The Regency Hotel, Douglas

It has been seven lucky years since Kelly and Christopher found one another.

The well-matched couple was married at the four-star Regency Hotel in Douglas on the 23rd February, where their lovely intimate registry ceremony and graceful reception was arranged with both etiquette and an easy charm.

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Over the last 20 years, The Regency Hotel has built an enviable reputation as a time-honoured location, consistently both meeting and exceeding the requirements of each discerning guest.

The couple shared a captivating day, delighting in quality time with their loved ones and were favoured with a beautiful

evening spent savouring each other’s company.

Photography by: Peter Kwiecinski

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RED CROSS ISLE OF MAN - The British Embassy, Douglas

72 people gathered at The British Embassy on Thursday 7th February for an evening of Italian fine wine and food, in aid of Red Cross Isle of Man. Six courses, consisting of small plates of Italian food were served together with a sampling of three white and three red Italian wines. Wine sommelier, Patricia Sliwa introduced each one and was paparazzi@gallery.co.im

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also called upon to come up with a tie-break question for the quiz – who knew so many people were so knowledgeable about Italian wine!

Recently appointed Red Cross Isle of Man Chairman, Natalie Radford, said “ a great night was had by all and through the

generosity of our supporters from ticket sales and a raffle on the night, we raised £1,600 for our charity ”.

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diet gym So long

So long

...spring is here!

There’s nothing like post-Christmas blues to depress the appetite.

But come March, after weeks of deprivation – food, alcohol, fun – it’s time to stop moaning about your waistline, to remember when exercise was something you did outside and not in a sweaty gym, and to put a smile back on your face.

Facebook is all very well in the miserable dark days in January, when it’s just too much effort to actually talk to real people, and status updates about your crossfit body, the miles you’ve clocked up on the treadmill and your (static) cycling proficiency are the nearest you come to communication. Tweets from Z-list comedians can make you smile (sometimes) when you’ve not heard a decent joke in months, but once Spring is here then it’s only fair to reacquaint yourself with the people and places that make life worth living.

The sun is out (maybe just a couple of hours a day, but it’s only March so don’t be greedy) and somehow everything looks much better. When the sun shining through the windows makes you realise that they really do need cleaning, the only thing to do is get out of the house (where you can’t see the grime) and take advantage of this beautiful Island.

But enough of the tourist flimflam. I’d rather spend my summers on a beach somewhere nearer the equator than Port St Mary but somehow Spring brings out the best in me.

I can get enthusiastic about salads, walk to the shops instead of taking the car and even smile at strangers (sorry if that’s you I freaked out in Strand Street). I’m not a hippy-dippy-rainbows- and -unicorns person (for rainbows you need rain, so no thanks

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, and unicorns are mythical creatures who may or may not be as scary as horses who’ve got eyes on the side of their heads so can’t see forwards, and unicorns have horns) but when the sun peaks out from behind winter’s bloody great snow clouds I get a little spring in my step and that optimistic thought that maybe, just maybe, summer 2013 will be the warmest, driest on record and I won’t have to resort to fake tan to ensure that my pasty legs won’t scare small children.

My dog (and I’d like to put him on record as the slowest, laziest mutt in Ramsey if not the whole Island) even wants to go for a walk and, shock horror, I actually want to take him. Ipod on shuffle, smile on my face, shorts (if the postmen can change into theirs on 1 April, then what’s so odd about a sunny day in March?) and I’m ready to embrace Spring.

One small less optimistic thought: If it snows at Easter – 1998, I’ve got the photos to prove it – I’ll be back in hibernation, heating on, catering vats of soup on the hob and a TV tuned to re-runs of all those property programmes suggesting I emigrate to somewhere a little bit warmer. And when I’ve watched them all you’ll find me tweeting about the miserable un-Spring like weather and updating my facebook status to just plain SAD.

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current affairs Welcome, dear reader, to Current Affairs, the latest Gallery feature which aims to bring you closer to business. Every month, we’ll give you the chance to pose any number of questions to a representative cross section of the Island’s business sector and on the issues that affect you the most. Ask anything from how to get the most from your tax status or which savings options would suit you best, where to start when setting up a business or how to get involved in contributing to the Island’s economy. This month, we’re pleased to introduce a new set of questions posed entirely by your fellow reader. Shall we begin?

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Andrew Gerrard

Managing Director, Harding Lewis

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Lucy Felton

Business Development Manager, Personal Banking, Lloyds TSB

Harley Richards Tax Manager, KPMG

Your chance to pose any number of questions to a representative cross section of the Island’s business sector and on the issues that affect you the most.

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Jo Dugdale

Financial Planner, Thornton Associates

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What kind of tax planning do I need to consider when setting up a business locally?

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One would be wrong (but forgiven!) for assuming that a Manx trading company paying company tax at a NIL rate does not need to engage in tax planning.

In fact, there are many areas that business owners should be aware of if they want to minimise and/or better plan their tax liabilities.

Self-employed business owners (not operating via a company) are taxed on their ‘taxable profit’ irrespective of whether they have drawn it from the business. Such business owners should consider trading through a limited company, where they will be taxed on drawings and salaries only (i.e. dividends) from the business. In addition, they avoid Class 4 National Insurance and have the benefit of limited liability.

If shareholder loans (advanced to the company) exist, then consider taking a loan draw down (tax free) instead of or combined with dividends. However, loans advanced to Manx resident shareholders (or participators) will incur a tax charge on the company; this refundable if the loan is repaid. By deferring drawings from their company, shareholders can better plan their own tax liabilities in the long term.

Owner managed companies should consider how much salary they should pay their working shareholders. A high salary attracts significant National Insurance liabilities. A low salary, e.g. £5,000, paid by a company may incur no NI liabilities. There are, however, other implications of salary level such as state pension entitlement.

There are many more ideas to consider, including the use of company cars and benefits in kind.

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Mortgage approvals are at an 11 month high in the UK, how does this compare to the Isle of Man and does this signify renewed economic confidence?

Can you give me some tips on how to save tax before the tax year end?

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The Bank of England’s latest figures do indeed show that mortgage approvals are at an 11 month high as of December 2012 and rose from 54,011 in November to 55,785 in December, 2012. Although this was well above lending analysts’ expectation for 2012, it is important to note that these figures do form part of a larger picture for the UK and Isle of Man, which shows that 2012’s rates are in keeping with long-term norms.

Although it would be injudicious of me to talk on behalf of the Isle of Man’s situation overall, at Lloyds TSB IOM, we too have experienced positive lending figures over past years. Between January 2012 and January 2013, for example, we experienced a 55.55% increase in mortgage appointments, and a significant 8.56% increase in sanctioned mortgages in 2012 compared to 2011. These are certainly positive findings and show that local households and mortgage lenders are looking towards a brighter future in credit lending for 2013.

This recent success in the UK can be attributed, to a large extent, to the Bank of England and UK Treasury’s Funding for Lending Scheme as well as a greater emphasis on customer approval rates on behalf of the banks. This January, for example, Lloyds TSB committed to lending £6.5 billion to help people make their first step on to the property ladder, which is expected to help around 60,000 customers buy their first home by the end of 2013.

As the tax year ends on 5 April 2013, there is very little time left for “big picture” tax planning. However, in addition to ensuring your tax return discloses all the allowances/ deductions you are entitled to claim, and any deductions from income you may have already suffered, there are some time-sensitive issues worth considering.

Tax relief is available on annual contributions into a pension scheme of up to the lower of £300,000 or 100% of your earnings. So, if you are in a position to accelerate pension payments, and have not exceeded the maximum contribution, this will reduce your taxable income for the tax year in which the contributions are paid. Similarly, if you are in business and there is any expenditure that can be incurred before 6 April, this will also reduce your taxable income for the current year. By contrast, it may be worth considering deferring income, if possible, until after 5 April so that it falls into the 2013/14 tax year rather than the present one, and means you get an extra year to pay the tax. The taxation of married couples is a topic in its own right but particularly where husband and wife are taxed independently, and especially where one is liability capped and the other is not.

Consideration should always be given to possibilities such as, for example, structuring investments to fully utilise personal allowances and the 10% tax rate band.

Don’t forget you can also do yourself a favour by getting your tax return in on time i.e. by 6 October. If not, it will cost you £50.

Finally, do check that you are satisfied the figures contained on any communication from the Tax Office are correct. Mistakes do happen!

Wherever you are on your journey...

Lloyds TSB can help take you where you want to be. To find out more, visit www.lloydstsb-offshore.com Lloyds TSB Offshore Limited is a Jersey registered company that is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lloyds TSB Bank plc. Lloyds TSB Bank plc is incorporated in the United Kingdom, regulated by the UK Financial Services Authority and is part of the Lloyds Banking Group. Lloyds TSB Offshore Limited places funds with Lloyds TSB Bank plc and thus its financial standing is linked to that of the group. Depositors may wish to form their own view on the financial standing of Lloyds TSB Offshore Limited and its parent based upon publicly available information. Lloyds TSB Offshore Limited’s latest annual financial statements are available on our website at www.lloydstsb-offshore.com

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For next month’s Current Affairs, we invite you to ask our expers on the topics that matter most.

Simply send your questions to editorial@gallery.co.im

The CurrenT Affairs Panel

THORNTON ASSOCIATES

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What questions should I ask before choosing a financial adviser?

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It’s crucial that you feel confident in the financial adviser that you choose to work with. Everyone’s personal circumstances are different and it’s important that you select the appropriate firm to help you achieve your life’s goals.

Some things you should ask before choosing your adviser: • Are you authorised (as a key person employed by an Isle of Man License holding company) by the Isle of Man Financial Supervision Commission (FSC)?

• What experience/qualifications do you have? If you haven’t got your diploma, when will you have it? (it is due to be the minimum by 31.12.13) Also do you specialise in any particular areas?

• Can you offer products from the whole market or just from certain providers?

• How secure is your company and does it have Professional Indemnity Insurance?

• Do you charge a fee for an initial consultation and how will the rest of your services be paid for?

• Do you have any references from existing clients?

• What process will you use to accurately assess my financial needs both now and in the future?

• How often will you review my financial plan once it is in place?

• How will I be able to understand the risks associated with investment?

• Will I still be able to access my money in the event of a family emergency?

• What protection do I have as an investor?

BOSTON GROUP

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I keep hearing about this ICE conference. What is it and why is it important to the Isle of Man?

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Over 100 people from the Isle of Man attended ICE, the world’s largest eGaming show of the year on February 5-7 in London. There were over 1,500 delegates and 400 exhibitors including myself and colleagues from Boston Trust supporting the Isle of Man Department of Economic Development eGaming team stand. This was my 8th ICE show and this year I can truly say the Isle of Man presence has never been greater.

Ice is a fantastic meeting place for the Island’s eGaming eco-system, from the operators, to the software providers, to the support advisors.

It offers opportunities to create new partnerships, to work together, and establish new contacts from around the globe. As eGaming has become a significant part of the Island’s GDP this is a massive event, which is close to home, to promote the Island and the services we can offer.

For Boston Trust, the business generated and the contacts made were beyond our expectations. We had inquiries from many operators looking to switch their existing eGaming operations from other jurisdictions to the Isle of Man, which is amongst the top jurisdictions in the world for licensed and non-licensed eGaming companies alike. We have also made quite a number of excellent new contacts from key growth markets in Asia, which is one of the world’s biggest eGaming markets that we will be following up on at another eGaming conference in Macau in March. I am speaking on 2 panel discussions in Macau which should help to raise the Island’s profile at this important event. The Macau event will also be attended

by Tim Craine and Ray Davies of the Department of Economic Development’s eGaming team. We look forward to continuing to build the Isle of Man brand internationally through our participation in these key eGaming conferences.

You should never be made to feel uncomfortable asking these questions. A good adviser will take comfort in you asking them as it demonstrates that you value the importance of receiving good ethical and transparent advice.

The advice you receive should be based on both your circumstances & goals now and for the future. As they may change over time it’s imperative that you engage with a financial planner who is committed to working with you on an on-going basis.

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things to do March 2013 10.03.13 | 11 AM - 4 PM THANKS MUM

//Isle of Man railway - the tickethall// Say ‘Thanks Mum’ this mother’s day with Isle of Man Railways, enjoy a scenic mother’s day journey on the steam railway and then luncheon at The Tickethall. Your special mother’s day train will stop along the line where you can toast the view with champagne and enjoy a delicious canapé starter, before returning back to Douglas for your main course and dessert.

TICKETS FOR VARIOUS OPTIONS AVAILABLE FROM THE WELCOME CENTRE. TEL: 600555 | WWW.IOMBUSANDRAIL.INFO TEL: 627888 | WWW. WWW.TICKET-HALL.COM SEE WEBSITES FOR DETAILS ON EVENTS OVER EASTER.

15.03.13 | 12.00

19.03.13 | 7 PM

//CASTLETOWN GOLF LINKS - SANTON//

// PROMENADE SUITE - VILLA MARINA//

St Patrick’s Day Golf Day & DinneR Hospice Isle of Man has organised a fantastic St Patrick’s Golf Day at Castletown Golf Links from noon. This will be followed by dinner at the Best Western Hotel and Casino.

Contact Terri Cook, Corporate Events Fund-raiser at Hospice.

TEL: 647434 EMAIL: TERRICOOK@HOSPICE.ORG.IM WWW.HOSPICE.ORG.IM

SOUNDCHECK

Live music showcasing some of the best young bands in the Isle of Man – Suitable for under 18’s.

Tickets: £2 in advance, £3 on the door. Available in person at the Isle of Man Welcome Centre or Villa Marina Reception.

TEL: 600555 WWW.VILLAGAIETY.COM

21.03.13 | 8.15 PM

2012 ISLE OF MAN SPORTS AWARDS //ROYAL HALL - VILLA MARINA// Guest of honour Dennis Taylor, former World Snooker Champion, presents awards to winners of the top sportsmen and sportswomen on the Island.

The evening will be also linked with the presentation of Sports Aid sponsorships for those young athletes who will be supported by Isle of Man Sport Aid in 2013.

The main event is sponsored once again by the Isle of Man Bank and the Palace Hotel will be providing the supper.

Tickets £3 from the Welcome Centre or Villa Marina reception.

TEL: 600555 WWW.VILLAGAIETY.COM

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ANDY PARSONS - I’VE GOT A SHED //GAIETY THEATRE // To date Andy has done three sell-out National tours and in 2009 released his debut DVD ‘Britain’s Got Idiots’, which was followed up by ‘Gruntled’ in 2011. Andy started in TV on Spitting Image becoming one of the main writers before embarking on a stand-up career which has led to such shows as Mock of The Week and Live at the Apollo. This, his fourth show, is his favourite yet – come and get your dopamine fix.

“It’s great to welcome sharp, topical comedy on to the live circuit - and Parsons remains one of its most skilful exponents” The Guardian.

TEL: 600555 WWW.VILLAGAIETY.COM

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// Milntown/

// Island-wide//

Hop over to Milntown this Easter and help the Easter Bunny find his friends hiding in the gardens. Find all 10 and receive an Easter Egg. Sponsored by Shoprite, in association with Manx Radio, in aid of Crossroads Care.

Wednesday to Monday from 10am until 5pm.

10km Road Race. 7pm starting Shore Road, Port Erin Good Friday. Peel Hill Race 2.15pm starting at House of Manannan, Peel - Saturday 5km Race, Douglas Promenade 10.15am - Sunday.

Easter Hunt

TEL: 812321 WWW.MILNTOWN.ORG WWW.CROSSROADSIOM.ORG

Easter Festival of Running

TEL: 670521 WWW.EASTERFESTIVAL.INFO

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THE 2013 ISLANDS REAL ALE FESTIVAL //THE MASONIC HALL - DOUGLAS// This year the Festival runs from Thursday 4th to Saturday 6th April. On Thursday there is a preview afternoon for invited guests and CAMRA members from 2pm – 5pm, and a general session for anyone from 6pm – 11pm. On Friday and Saturday the Festival is open to all from 12 noon – 4pm and again from 5pm – 11pm. Leading local bands will be playing on Friday evening and throughout Saturday, which will showcase the top quality musicians we are lucky enough to have performing on the Isle of Man. You will not go hungry either as there will be catering on site.

The organisers have decided to expand the Festival this year.

There will be over 100 real ales, ciders and perries together with fruit wines. As well as having barrels on stillage behind the bar, there will be 16 handpumps on the bar so that even more beer can

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be dispensed. Beers from the Island’s four breweries will be sold alongside ales from all over the British Isles. They will be sold in third and half pint measures, as well as full pints, so you can try quite a variety to see which suits your palate. * A special guest barman on the opening session will be the Mayor Of Douglas.

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Our Community

SOUTHERN BEFRIENDERS HELPED BY MANX TELECOM DONATION The Southern Befrienders charity has been given two mobile phones by Manx Telecom to help volunteers and service users.

The charity provides home visits through a group of volunteer befrienders who call in on elderly people in the south of the Island. Two rugged Samsung mobile phones have been donated by the telecoms company.

Southern Befrienders was set up to assist the elderly in the south of the Island who may be experiencing feelings of isolation and loneliness, and is based at Thie Rosien, Castletown Road, Port Erin.

For more information call 833025 or 468053 or email southernbefrienders@manx.net

NEARLY £13,000 RAISED FOR LOCAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY IN 2012 A successful year’s fund-raising saw the MS Society in the Isle of Man receive donations of over £12,700 during 2012.

Funds were raised by Parish walkers, Peel dippers, marathon runners, cake makers, skydivers, donations in lieu of birthday and Christmas presents, and donations in memoriam as well as corporate support from dress-down days, dinners and similar events.

This has allowed the Society, which celebrates its 60th birthday this year, to both continue and expand its programme of support for those with MS – and their carers – through the Island.

As well as responding to requests for financial assistance to purchase specialist equipment, the Society runs two exercise classes at the NSC in Douglas, supervised by qualified trainers who have adapted their usual routines to enable people in wheelchairs or with other mobility problems to benefit from regular exercise. There is also a yoga class which can be enjoyed by those might not normally able to stand unaided, but who benefit from the stretching and posture exercises yoga provides.

BARCLAYS WEALTH RAISES £37,000 FOR CHARITY OF THE YEAR 2012 – CROSSROADS CARE Crossroads was established in the Isle of Man in 1988 - the aim of the charity is to help improve the lives of carers and to offer practical support and advice to carers, their families and people with care needs. Each year, Crossroads provides over 50,000 hours of respite support so that carers can have a few valuable hours to themselves to relax and do all of the things most people take for granted.

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Practical and emotional support is available from the Branch’s support officer Andrea Rycroft, who visits as many people as she can, as well as doing her own fundraising in this year’s Peel Dip. As well as providing local support, the donations the Isle of Man branch has received in 2012 have meant they were able to make sizeable grants towards research into symptom relief and a possible cure for MS. Anyone interested in how to join the Branch, how to raise funds on their behalf or the work of the MS Society can contact the local branch by phoning 07624 452207, emailing mssocietyiom@ manx.net or via Facebook at www.facebook.com/MsSocietyIom. isle of man premier magazine

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SUPPORT REBECCA HOUSE IN THE KPMG 2013 PROMENADE RELAY

TRIPLE SUCCESS FOR TEAM ROYAL LONDON 360° GIRLS

Teams of colleagues from businesses across the Isle of Man began training this week for a chance to become champions of the KPMG Promenade Relay Race. Taking place on Friday 22nd March, the KPMG Promenade Relay will see serious athletes and fun runners alike complete the 10km Douglas Promenade course in teams of either 2 or 4.

Three members of the Team Royal London 360° Isle of Man cycling team have been selected to ride in the Track Revolution Future Stars events.

The event is sponsored by The Claremont, Boston Group, Shoprite, Appleby, Barclays, Pokerstars, Mann Link Travel, Skandia and the Douglas Development Partnership, while participants will also collect their own fundraising money in aid of Rebecca House, the children’s wing of Hospice IOM and KPMG’s democratically chosen Charity of the Year for 2013.

For more race information, entry and sponsorship forms, visit www.kpmg.co.im/promenaderelay or contact the KPMG team directly at events@kpmg.co.im. Entrants are also invited to contact Paul Cawley at KPMG on 01624 681 075. The Promenade Relay opens for sign on from 4:30pm for a 5:30pm start.

CONOR CUMMINS APPOINTED AS TEAM ISLE OF MAN AMBASSADOR

Sophie Black, 16, Victoria Kinrade, 15 and Elizabeth Holden, 15, have progressed through the Team RL360° ranks and their achievements are the result of a great deal of hard work and dedication to cycling.

Revolution is the world’s premier elite cycling league. It aims to bring track cycling to a wider audience by creating an exciting atmosphere at meetings held in velodromes across the British Isles during the year. Being chosen to take part in the Future Stars races means a cyclist has been tipped as one to watch.

In addition to being chosen as a Future Star, Elizabeth Holden has been co-opted on to the British Cycling Talent Team. To put this into context, previous members of the Talent Team include multiple Tour de France stage winner Mark Cavendish and Olympic Gold medallist Peter Kennaugh.

RL360° Director of Marketing Natalie Hall said: ‘RL360° is very proud to be associated with the cycling league and with the young people from the Isle of Man who are achieving so much in the sport. Congratulations to Sophie, Victoria and Elizabeth who deserve all the success they are enjoying.’

Conor Cummins has been appointed as an Ambassador for the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association.

The TT star, known to fans as ‘Conrod’ and ‘The Ramsey Rocket’, is the third Ambassador to be appointed to represent the Association and help to promote its vital role as a registered charity responsible for organising and raising funds for Team Isle of Man at the Commonwealth Games.

Conor was named Ambassador of the Year at the 2012 Isle of Man Bank Sports Awards and was chosen for the role of Team Isle of Man Ambassador due to his status as one of the Island’s most respected and popular sportsmen.

Team Isle of Man Ambassadors have been appointed to help raise the profile of Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association and its fundraising events in the build up to the next Commonwealth Games which will be in Glasgow in 2014.

Conor is racing for the Milwaukee Yamaha team this year and his schedule includes the North West 200, Isle of Man TT, Ulster Grand Prix and the Southern 100 and possibly the Macau Grand Prix at the end of the season.

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The ‘Celebrity Diet’ Addict week when the new crop of celebritywatch magazines hit the shops.

If she’s being honest though, she’s beginning to get a bit suspicious of all the miracle weight loss stories. It seems a bit funny that all these celebrities say they’ve lost loads of weight just by doing a bit of yoga and eating steamed salmon for lunch every day. Especially since she’s seen those internet adverts for diet pills on howcelebritiesloseweight.com.

Every Tuesday morning, Emma finds an excuse to escape from the office.

Popping into the newsagent to pick up a pint of milk, she can’t stop herself glancing over at the magazine racks.

And there they are on the middle shelf – the new delivery of the weekly glossies.

She scans them all - Heat, Star and Look until she sees the familiar bikini shot, tanned skin stretched tight over newlytaut curves. ‘Britney loses 20lb on brand new juice diet!’ screams the strapline.

Emma’s heart starts to beat faster. If it works for Britney, it could work for her too.

Maybe she could look like that in time for Magaluf, she thinks as she heads back to the office to Google Britney’s new diet.

up to work with her thermos of cabbage soup or freshly juiced wheatgrass, and taping a new ‘7 Day Diet Plan’ to her desk. She manages to stick to her diet for a couple of days, until, light-headed and giddy, she just can’t resist the lure of a Friday night drink after work. And before she knows it, she’s woken up bleary-eyed and bloated after four glasses of wine, a couple of tequilas and a kebab. Depressed and hungover, she breaks into that packet of caramel chocolate biscuits she hid at the back of the cupboard and thinks that she might as well order a takeaway. After all there’s always a new diet to start next

But tomorrow she’s going to try something that really works. No, not liposuction.

The Master Cleanse. You probably read about it in last week’s Look – it’s the diet where you only drink maple syrup and lemon juice with a dash of cayenne pepper. Apparently, the weight just falls off you. Emma’s sure this one will work.

After all, you only have to look at the pictures the latest Grazia ran of Beyoncé to see the difference….

Emma’s a celebrity diet addict. Every new delivery of celebrity magazines brings with it a new celebrity diet. There was Kylie’s grapefruit diet - which gave her bad breath and a nasty burping habit, and Katie Holmes’ raw food diet which she had to stop because she was getting jaw ache from all that chewing.

She’s even tried that Puer laxative tea all the celebrities use. More like pooey though – no wonder you lose weight, the smell alone was enough to put her and the rest of the office off their lunch.

Mind you, Posh’s ‘pink’ diet where you eat just prawns and strawberries worked surprisingly well. Although she doesn’t want to admit that a dodgy prawn gave her such a bad dose of food poisoning that she ended up 10lbs lighter without having to do anything…

Emma firmly believes that there’s some magic combination of foodstuffs that will magically melt her wobbly bits away. And every week, thanks to celebritydiet.co.uk and Heat magazine, she tries to find it.

She likes how virtuous she feels turning

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Eighth place finishes for Castletown resident Jonathan Rea who kicked off his World Superbike campaign at the season’s opening weekend at the Philip Island circuit in Australia.

Dr J Kelly Swanston, former Manx Grand Prix winner dies on Sunday 17th February aged 104!

This legend first competed in 1931.

£5,472.13

Was raised for the Manx Grand Prix Helicopter Fund.

This was achieved by the annual collection carried out by the Steam Packet Company crew members from Ben-My-Chree and the Manannan during the Manx Gr and Prix period 2012.

£31,000

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David Knight dominated the second and final round of the British Extreme Enduro Championship in Lancashire, taking the title in the process. It’s the Ballaugh rider’s fourteenth British championship overall.

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The annual charity auction, held at the Best Western Palace Hotel & Casino on Friday 22nd February, was in aid of the Phil Hogg Rescue Unit. The rescue ambulance attends all major motorsport events on the island. This year 150 supporters including local riders Conor Cummins, Dan Kneen and Dave Molyneux attended. With their help £6000 was raised with more to come.

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Is the average gross salary in the Isle of Man and the average employee works for 38.1 hours a week. REALLY!

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Isle of Man hosted - The Dark Knight™ online slot progressive jackpot has been hit yet again! The lucky winner (Not on the Island) has become an instant millionaire, taking home a massive €2.56 million.

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Burger sales have plunged 43% amid the horsemeat scare.

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ME & MY PET

me& mypet

Names

Skye: Looking out of the window barking at nothing.

Human: Laura

Dislikes

Pet: Skye.

Laura: Skye barking at nothing.

Species

Skye: Jack the cat.

Laura: Scottish!

Things you enjoy doing?

Skye: Westie.

Laura: Taking Skye for walks on the beach

Age

Skye: Going for walks, scattering my toys all over the house and chasing the cat.

Laura: Next question?

Skye: 11 years 5 months.

Likes Laura: Red Wine.

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Favourite food Laura: Pizza and chocolate.

Skye: Pizza and chocolate!

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THE WEDDING PLANNER Signature Behaviour: Leaving a trail of artisan-fashioned rose petal confetti behind her as she makes her way back to her Wedding Fayre stand, between the toastmaster and the woman who does handmade wedding favours.

Distinctive Markings: Constantly ringing BlackBerry, an armful of buttonholes and a can of spray paint for the gold doves her latest bride has just requested.

Natural Enemies: Interfering Mothers of Brides.

Mating Call: “Of course chocolate’s far better than marzipan, but I just saw this divine cupcake wedding cake…

“CONGRATULATIONS… YOU’RE ENGAGED! YOU’RE ABOUT TO EMBARK ON THE BIGGEST ADVENTURE OF YOUR LIFE – STARTING WITH YOUR WEDDING DAY. IT’S A DAY TO CHERISH FOREVER, A FAIRY TALE DAY YOU’VE PROBABLY BEEN DREAMING ABOUT SINCE YOU WERE OLD ENOUGH TO SAY ‘TIARA’. WITH CONFETTI, YOUR WEDDING DAY DREAMS CAN BECOME A REALITY…” Arabella gave a deep contented sigh as she finished typing up the words for the new confetti website and shut her pink laptop for the night. There’s nothing Arabella loves more than thinking about weddings. It all began when she got her beloved Wedding Fantasy Barbie for her 7th birthday.

With her sparkling veil, serene pink smile and shimmering dress covered in tiny pink roses, Arabella thought the Barbie bride was the most beautiful girl she’d ever seen. Wedding Fantasy Ken who came with pink-trimmed morning suit – had to marry Barbie over and over again, with Skipper and the ugly Sindy acting as bridesmaids. As the years passed, the weddings got more and more ornate with horse-drawn carriages and wedding chapels made out of Weetabix boxes covered with paper doileys, but two things always remained the same. Wedding Fantasy Barbie had the most perfect day, and she never stopped smiling. And after organizing all her friend’s weddings, Arabella realized that they were all just the same as her Barbie – they wanted a fairytale day, with nothing to disturb their perfect pink smile. It’s no wonder that Confetti, her wedding planning agency has turned out to be such a success.

Arabella will stop at nothing to make sure her clients have the perfect wedding. Want a Mamma Mia themed wedding during one of the wettest summers on record? ‘No problem’ purrs Arabella. Last winter, it was all about Narnia, complete with snow machines and tame reindeer. It all went beautifully, apart from the disastrous

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wedding where someone left the ice sculpture table centrepieces too close to the heaters…

Everyone wants her as their wedding planner, because she’s so meticulously organized. During the wedding day – or ‘your special day’ as she refers to it, Arabella wears her headpiece constantly to keep tabs on everything.

It comes in handy for heading off disaster, like the time when the cake maker woke up hungover on one wedding morning and accidentally iced ‘Congratulations on Your Weeding Day’ onto all three tiers of the cake. Or when the one of the chihuahuas one bride had insisted on dressing up as her ‘pageboys’ went missing just before the ceremony. And Arabella always carries a wedding emergency kit in the back of her Range Rover - a hairdryer to dry out champagne stains, a substitute veil for those brides who insist on having their laser peel too close to their wedding day, and spare knickers for overexcited flower girls, not to mention the powder and touché éclat needed when the bride discovers what the groom really got up to on his stag night. Not that they’ll find out from her. She’s so determined that her clients’ weddings go well that she’s provided a morning-after rescue service more than once for an errant groom who’s woken up in the wrong place on the morning of his big day.

Arabella’s been so busy with Confetti that when it comes to meeting her own Mr Right, she just hasn’t had time.

She thought it would be easier, after all, aren’t weddings supposed to be the place to meet? The trouble is that while everyone else is thinking of love and romance, Arabella’s just wondering where the peacocks have got to and whether anyone will notice that the vin d’honneur is cava and not champagne.

And someone really ought to tell her that first-date conversation shouldn’t revolve around which would be better – a summer or a winter wedding. After all, ‘Wedding Fantasy Ken’ was just that... a fantasy.

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Switched On Events have exclusive access to some of the Island’s most prestigious locations for your special day.

Here we view two exquisite venues available on the beautiful Isle of Man.

Taking over the perfect venue for your private use ensures an extra-special unique occasion. You are guaranteed to be the only bride at this venue!

Amisfield House Amisfield House, a striking property in the North of the Island, has opened its doors to weddings exclusively through Switched On Events.

Both the house and grounds can be yours to enjoy as the property can accommodate up to 8 guests so you can spend time in this beautiful location with friends and family the evening before your wedding day.

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The gardens of Amisfield ensure a picturesque setting for your wedding and the grounds can accommodate a marquee for up to 300 guests. If you are looking for a more intimate location, a marquee can be installed in the cobblestoned courtyard which is positioned next to the property.

The house is set within 20 acres of land which also includes an outdoor pool, stables, water features, exterior lighting and immaculate gardens. The outstanding countryside views makes for very picturesque surroundings, perfect for striking photographs.

Exclusive ground and venue hire – available only through Switched On Events. Various packages available – please call 822248 or email info@ switchedonevents.com for more details. isle of man premier magazine

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BishopsCourt

Bishopscourt, a 17th century mansion house steeped in historical elegance and once the official residence of the Bishop of Sodor and Man, has now made the grounds available for hire solely through Switched On Events.

This stately home is the ultimate backdrop for your wedding, set in 10 acres of beautifully tended grounds the location makes a stunning and unique setting for a stand-out marquee.

As the venue also comes with its own private chapel you can hold your ceremony in the same grounds, step outside for photographs, then move seamlessly to your reception marquee without any disruption or travel time for you and your guests.

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We supply all the supporting products and services – linens, tableware, catering equipment and mobile bars, accompanied by a host of professional industry staff to bring you the best in premium customer service.

Whether you want a vintage, classic or contemporary style for your wedding day let our experienced and creative team help make your dreams become a reality.

For further information regarding any of the services we can provide contact our friendly and professional team today.

Our wide ranging service means we can supply and source anything you may need. Marquees, exclusive wedding locations, room dressing and venue transformations are just a few of the many areas we can assist with.

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We can provide all the catering services you may need, our highly experienced in-house chef and catering team will create an impeccable dining experience for your guests.

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12 months+ before your wedding

your wedding timeline tickchart!

Plan your engagement party.

Discuss your budget with your parents or look up tips on saving for a wedding.

Think about themes and colours for your wedding.

Start your guest list.

Choose wedding rings.

Meet with and book your wedding officiant or clergyman.

Select a date and reserve your ceremony and reception site.

Check availablity of places to stay for guests.

Hire a wedding consultant, if you're using one.

Choose bridesmaids, groomsmen and ushers.

Meet photographers, florists, caterers and entertainment.

10 months before your wedding

Order your wedding dress and accessories.

Plan your honeymoon (book any jabs you need and check passport dates!)

Arrange wedding transport.

If you're planning on making anything start doing it now.

Order your invitations and any other stationery.

Buy bridesmaid dresses.

Book wedding night.

Arrange venue decor.

6 months to go

Marriage is more than sharing a life together; it’s building a life together.

Organise a hen party / stag do.

Finalise all details with your photographers, florists, caterers and entertainment.

Send out your invites.

Purchase any presents for your parents and attendees.

Select groom's tuxedo and hire or buy attire for groomsmen.

Write your vows.

Order wedding favours for your guests.

Choose outfits for mother of the bride and mother of the groom.

Check marriage licence requirement.

Start thinking about your favourite music for the party.

Purchase wedding lingerie.

1 month to go

Meet with your hairdresser and make-up artist for consultation.

Book a manicure, pedicure and spa treatment to relax.

Break in your shoes.

Buy a guest book.

1 week to go

Give final guest count to reception venue and caterer.

Start packing for honeymoon.

Make sure everything fits!

Send your wedding announcement to the papers.

Write any cheques required for the wedding day.

Arrange for wedding gifts to be transported to your home.

1 day to go

As Frankie says.... Relax...

Have fun with anyone who has come over early.

Start getting snap happy.

Ensure your overnight bag is packed and delivered to your hotel.

Speak to your attendants – check everyone knows what they need to do and when.

After the wedding

Make a gift list and send out your thank-you notes.

Make sure everything is sorted out for your name change.

Send wedding cake to anyone who couldn’t make the wedding.

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t’s now just over 4 months to go till my wedding day, and whilst I’m sure the stereotype is that I should now be in full ‘Bridezilla’ mode, I hate to disappoint everyone by saying I am feeling very calm about the whole thing.

For me, this process started 2 years ago, when my fiancé & I started looking around wedding venues. From that moment onwards I realised I was entering a world that I knew nothing about; for example, the wedding breakfast that kept being mentioned (strange because I wanted a full sit-down meal) - it took a few days to sink in that it WAS in fact the sit-down meal I was after.

There were several heart-stopping moments along the way, like the time I thought I had allowed plenty of time to start looking for a wedding dress, only to discover that dresses can take up to 6 months to order in, not forgetting about allowing time for fittings once it has arrived. This information left me with about 3 weeks to find a wedding dress. Very-Luckily thanks to the help of one particular bridesmaid, we managed to find ‘THE’ dress with minimal time & effort. So to any brides out there, if you take away any advice from this, allow LOTS of time to find your wedding dress. Oh, and the same applies to bridesmaids’ dresses! Let’s just say my florist’s face fell to the floor when I said I hadn’t got bridesmaids’ dresses yet (with only months to go before the big day).

But even after all this, I am still very calm. Everything from the photographer to the caterer is booked, dresses and suits are all on order, invites are being processed, and so I am now down to the task of finalising all the horrible last-minute details such as booking manicures, pedicures, preparing for my hen party and buying clothes for the honeymoon… It’s a hard life.

As for how I feel about ‘the marriage’ bit, well without wanting to sound all cheesy & cliched, (I’m actually quite cynical about love & romance), I can honestly say I am not in any way scared /anxious / terrified about the commitment I am about to make. I am purely looking forward to the exciting future that awaits me and my future husband. In our case, I think it truly was love at first sight and so this is a day we have been planning for a long time in order to spend the rest of our lives together. Just like kids at Christmas, we can’t wait.

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his month, in the eleventh hour, Gallery was left at the alter by our groom... Typical. Our designated writer got cold feet and left us to reflect on the man’s role. Rather than be bitter and sulk we thought we’d give the rest of you grooms a helping hand and some top tips (turning up on the day being one of them).

First Things First Maybe you stumbled upon this wedding section by accident, maybe your beloved shoved it under your nose, either way you’ve been presented with a prime brownie point scoring opportunity. If your fiancée (the correct spelling for a female engagee) is in the room repeat after me (in a non sarcastic voice) “hmmm, this wedding feature in Gallery is fascinating and full of lots of usefully information that could help make our day really special”, cheesy we know but she’ll eat it up!

(If she isn’t in the room while you’re reading this then just regurgitate the above sentence later in her presence.)

Talkin the Talk As a fellow procrastinator I understand the urge to put things off, but leaving writing your speech until the prespeech champagne is being poured is not ok. People will notice that you’re reading off a napkin and the woman sitting next to you will be far from impressed, your guests will find it slightly awkward being witness to your first marital tiff, whist they down their drinks. Thanking everyone for coming and personally thanking everyone who was involved with the wedding preparations is a good way to kick off your speech and helps you flow into the rest of it. It’s the first time you’ll be speaking publicly about your wife so being wasted is ill advised (I refer you back to the awkward spectator situation).

Suiting Up Something I learned while working in a shop is men always think they’re a size smaller than they really are. So I’ll say this. Get measured. Do not leave it until the last minute otherwise you’ll find yourself standing at the alter in a suit that’s either too big or too small, an ill-fitting suit does not a dashing groom make.

The Hangover Unless your idea of a wild night is a glass of milk and a game of scrabble you are going to be hungover the day after your stag do. So, to be on the safe side, we recommend you have your stag do at least a week before. This allows for plenty of recovery time and also ensures that if you find yourself trapped on a casino roof insanely sun burned and dehydrated you still have time to be rescued, rehydrated and moisturised.

Little Fact In the United States, there is no law or religious dictate that says the bride must take the groom’s last name. However, approximately 70% of Americans agree that a bride should change her last name.

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You have the ring of your dreams now it’s time to plan the wedding of your dreams!

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You probably already know that the Villa Marina offers a fantastic venue to hold your reception but did you know that we are also licensed to host ceremonies too? As one of the first venues to be licensed for civil ceremonies following the change to wedding laws in the Isle of Man, the Villa Marina is already well experienced at dealing with the special challenges that ceremonies present.

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Espresso A Strong, Bold short thriller with a lasting kick February saw the premiere screening of the strong, bold, 20 minute thriller film ‘Espresso’ at the Manx Museum Film Theatre. The event was attended by over 160 guest including The Lieutenant Governor Mr Adam Wood and Hon Graham Cregeen MHK raising over £1000 for the local Naseem’s Brain Tumor Charity.

‘Espresso’ was Written and Directed by Christopher Whitlow and Co-Produced by Matt James. The film features a cast and crew of the Island’s leading talent, British raising star Jan Uddin (‘Black gold’, ‘Shank’, ‘Eastenders’) and was shot 95% on Island.

The screening was followed by a well received ‘Making Of’ presentation by the Producers and Director providing an insight into what goes on behind the scenes and the process involved in getting a film from script to the big screen.

To watch the film’s trailer and to find out more check out the website at www.espressomovie.com and the Directors website at www.chriswhitlow.co.uk The team behind ‘Espresso’ are pleased to announce that their next film projects ‘Revelation’ and ‘Operation #15’ have moved into production and will begin filming on Island soon.

The producers would like to hear from Island based actors and in particular, crew members who might be interested in working on the film.

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THE PLOT: Beatrice and Harry Radcliffe were making their way home one night. They were followed by two men who had been insulted by the wealthy couple earlier that day and have the means, motive and opportunity for revenge. Moments later, a panicked Beatrice screams for help as Harry fights for his life following a brutal mugging. There are however, two sides to every story and as Beatrice and Harry learn the hard way, people are often capable of the unexpected.

THE THEME: The film touches upon themes of social class and racial prejudice in society and how we might not always see the ‘real person’ beyond the outward appearance they project.

Email filmrevelation@gmail.com with a CV, headshot and links to showreel if available.

The producers would like to thank the Isle of Man Arts Council and Shoprite for their support of the projects.

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Sayle Gallery 1st – 24th March 2013

Imagine a dissolving dress – no, not in a wink, wink pervy way but as a work of art which disappears before your eyes.

Sarah Hendy’s Wearable Art exhibition ‘Mirabilis’ at the Sayle Gallery from 1 -24 March includes just such a dress, and you really need to pop into the Gallery to see how she has made this happen.

Imagine a dissolving dress – no, not in a wink, wink pervy way but as a work of art which disappears before your eyes.

Sarah Hendy’s Wearable Art exhibition ‘Mirabilis’ at the Sayle Gallery from 1 -24 March includes just such a dress, and you really need to pop into the Gallery to see how she has made this happen.

‘Mirabilis’ is a collection of dresses exploring the bitter sweet journey of inevitable change, and - with a focus on using sustainablysourced materials - Sarah’s work shows an awareness of the value of everything from precious metals to the more mundane.

Sarah uses a variety of both natural and industrial materials – feathers, plant life, handmade sequins, fibre optics, even cling film – in her work, and ‘Mirabilis’ shows how these materials can be transformed into oneoff pieces which mesh them together to result in some truly remarkable items.

Sarah, who is the current Artist in Residence at the Sayle Gallery, has been working on this exhibition all year. “My year as Artist in Residence has been amazing,” she said.

“I started in April 2012 with the intention of extending my use of textiles and other materials, and through the year I’ve bounced ideas off other artists, interacting with them to push myself and my practice into new realms.

‘Mirabilis’ describes the veil between our reality and other worlds and my dresses are both tangible and ethereal”.

Although the concept of Wearable Art – items nearer to costume than fashion, which step outside the constraints of mainstream

clothing - is fairly new here, it is a recognised art discipline in New Zealand, where an annual competition ‘The World of Wearable Art’ attracts entries from around the globe.

Sarah is planning to enter work in this, but meanwhile, closer to home, is taking part in the bi-annual Manx Wearable Art Show – now in its fifth year – on later in March.

The visual inspiration for my dresses is organic forms in nature, and the aesthetic is quite art nouveau,” says Sarah. “But I haven’t stopped there. I have extended this ‘lightness’ into use of eco-friendly, responsibly sourced, sequins made by hand from recycled aluminium cans which are not just light in weight, but also reflect light to make the dresses appear even more other-worldly.

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A student at St Ninian’s High School is to hold an exhibition of his photographs at the Tynwald Library.

The Manx Wearable Art Show celebrates its 5th anniversary on Friday 15th March at the Youth Arts Centre on Kensington Road in Douglas.

Wearable Art was started in New Zealand in 1987 and the Manx version has been held every other year since 2005.

“Whether you have a flair for fashion or a passion for the arts everyone is welcome”, said event organiser Doreen Dixon, “We have seen some fantastic outfits made from all sorts of materials over the years and we are hoping that this year we can attract the best yet!

The Douglas Youth Arts Centre will host this year’s event, which will include a live catwalk show, refreshments and live entertainment from Dancexchange. In additional selected items from the catwalk will be chosen to form part of a static display at the Isle of Man Airport for the general public to peruse for two weeks after the show.

Wearable Art was started in New Zealand in 1987 and the Manx version has been held every other year since 2005. Local businesses, charities and students from the Isle of Man College have all contributed outfits in the past using fibre, fabric, paper, wood, metal, rubber, plastic, flotsam and all kinds of recycled goods.

Tickets for the live catwalk show are now on sale at £6.00 each from Peter Norris Music Shop, telephone 661794. If you would like more information please check out the event page on Facebook or contact Sue, Doreen or Myra on 842592/842433.

14-year-old Adam Peet will exhibit around 20 of his photographs of wildlife, mostly birds, from Monday, March 4th to Friday, April 5th 2013. The exhibition will not only provide an opportunity for the work of this talented young photographer to be viewed by members of the public including celebrated wildlife artist Dr Jeremy Paul but also by visiting parliamentarians from the UK, the Turks and Caicos Islands and Tristan da Cunha.

AGENT SIGNS UP TWO UNPUBLISHED WRITERS FOLLOWING MANX LITFEST 2012

Two unpublished writers from the Isle of Man have been signed up by a UK literary agent after she discovered their work during Manx Litfest 2012. Rachel Green and Fiona McKenna are IOM-based writers who have been signed by a literary agency (www. hardmanswainson.com). It’s fantastic news for them both, and for Manx Litfest.

Festival organisers have just announced the dates for Litfest 2013 – Thursday, September 26th until Sunday, September 29th. keep up-to-date on developments by visiting www.manxlitfest.com

Culture Vultures Want to know what’s on in March? Find out all that’s happening by visiting these websites. www.iomarts.com www.erinartscentre.com

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For a week in February

the old Butchers Shop in Laxey was transformed into a “Pop Up Shop” featuring local artists and fashion designers – Megan Hindley, Aishlin Clark, Alice Fayle and Calum Harvey. Also on display were cards and artwork by Julie Fayle, felted cushions by Mandy Harvey, and personalized wooden plaques by Laxey Laser Lines.

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Megan Hindley created illustrations using methods

of lino printing, etchings and pen drawings. The images featured characters and faces. www.stedheadart.com | megan@stedheadart.com

Aishlin Clark designed and made hand knitted scarves,

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Alice Fayle displayed a collection of silk scarfs with

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Calum Harvey’s women’s wear fashion collection

displayed alongside a collaborative project with Alice, which featured her prints on t-shirts and various tops.

He also created an accessories collection to go with the butcher’s themed capsule collection. calum@calumharvey.com | www.calumharvey.com

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WORDS | Debbie Haynes

Monochrome checks by fashion designer Marc Jacobs from Louis Vuitton’s ready to wear Spring - Summer 2013 collection

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Monochrome is officially the colour combination of spring.

Two simple colours, but endless ways to wear them, as Debbie Haynes reveals.

Houndstooth sweater, £150; houndstooth cigarette pants, £150; Aimee bag, £350; all Jaeger (0845 521 0495/www.jaeger.co.uk)

Black and white dress, £139; Reiss 1971 www.reiss.com

Camilla jacket, £149; Erin trousers, £99; Eloise blouse, £99; all Fenn Wright Manson www.fennwrightmanson.com

Do not adjust your sets. Your eyes are not deceiving you: the style world has decided to banish colour in favour of black and white this season.

The usual fanciful florals of spring have been left to wilt, pretty pastels are in the shade and bright colours in the bargain bucket.

Right now, black and white are the transition double act to ease you between seasons.

If you haven’t joined the monochrome movement yet, it’s one of the chicest and easiest trends to work for both everyday or eveningwear. The versatility of monochrome means that there’s also a myriad of ways to wear it, from colour blocking to catwalkinspired checkerboards.

Here’s how to be a black and white beauty.

Check mate

Dual fabric peplum top, £35; faux leather trousers, £45; black courts, £49; all La Redoute (www.laredoute.co.uk)

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Sharp stripes

Black with white accents or white with black accents - it’s a simple but bold combination that works every time with colour blocking.

The higher the concentration of white, the fresher your look will be for spring/summer.

It was graphic prints galore on the catwalks, with modern lines in black and white leading the way.

No ready-made monochromatic pieces in your wardrobe? Create your own look simply by pairing black and white clothing together.

This season’s modern stripes are big and bold, creating an almost nautical look minus the navy, of course. You don’t have to go the whole hog with a Beetlejuice-inspired suit, but stripy trousers or skinny jeans are a big statement if you dare.

Contrasting separates is the simplest way to do this. Team your colours the right way around and you can expect instant figure flattery too. If you’re pear-shaped, for instance, stick to black bottoms and white tops and vice versa to balance out your body proportions.

A dress is a much more versatile piece but beware of the direction of your stripes. Aim to create curves with bold, horizontal stripes and minimise them with vertical, skinnier stripes. If you’re wearing a voluminous dress or top, stick to vertical lines to avoid unflattering optical illusions.

Make your mono a little more subdued with accessories. Those with practically all-black wardrobes can simply inject a subtle flash of white with a two-tone bag or heels.

Linear style looks best when streamlined, so keep your look unfussy and accessories to a minimum to let your stripes do the talking.

Forget looking cool, this spring is all about being unapologetically square.

The trend may not have been ‘spotted’ as much on the spring/summer catwalks but the pop art print is in keeping with the Sixties vibe that designers adopted.

White spots on a black background is the most common colourway. To lighten up your look for summer, try switching things up with a black on white reversal. If spots feel too primary school for you, try a black and white leopard print for a print with extra bite.

Take minimalism to the max in uber-bold black and white square checks. Wallflowers may feel more comfortable in a significantly smaller houndstooth check. Floaty shapes can sometimes work out but this geometric look is a far better style equation when teamed with structured, clean silhouettes.

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Spot luck For a monochromatic ensemble that’s less sharp, more youthful, but just as statementmaking, look to super-sized polka dots.

Louis Vuitton’s catwalk was one big maths lesson in symmetry and geometry with model ‘twins’ simultaneously showcasing bold checks. Emphasising the chessboard design, the colour palette was naturally mono-toned.

Tick even more fashion boxes by doubling the impact with complementary black and white accessories.

Stripe blazer, £45; spot dress, £38; both Next (www.next.co.uk)

Awear PU panel blazer, £60 (www.awear.com)

Avoid the fashion equivalent of a measles epidemic by limiting your outfit to just one eye-catching accessory or piece of clothing.

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Let them Wear Cake WORDS | Jennifer Parkes

February was a fun month for fashion, with Fashion Weeks in both London and New York showcasing upcoming creations from established and new designers, often paired with suitably theatrical, crazy make-up and hairstyles.

Outside of the Fashion Week hype, however, another young talent was cooking up a rather different style storm. Elle Fanning, a 14 year old starlet whose fashion sense is praised by the likes of Vogue editor Anna Wintour, posed for New York magazine’s February edition in a ‘Fantasia’ photoshoot, wearing dresses and headwear made entirely from cake frosting, sweets and lollipops.

For the shoot, artist Will Cotton created a world to rival even Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory and decked Elle head to toe in dresses and accessories that look, quite literally, good enough to eat. But while Will and Elle may have got just the right mix of fashion and food, similar ventures into the world of edible wearables and wearable edibles have not always gone down a treat…

The 2012 Miss Universe contest saw a number of weird and wonderful outfits grace its stage. Miss Venezuela wore a dress and boots covered in chocolates, topping off the ensemble with a gigantic heart-shaped chocolate box headdress that would put any Valentine’s Day ‘Milk Tray’ efforts to shame.

In an outfit perhaps suited to a more acquired taste, Miss Guam wore a bikini and crown made from her country’s rare orange oysters; an act of (likely quite pungent) patriotism that makes Geri Halliwell’s iconic Union Jack dress pale in comparison.

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Burlesque star Dita Von Teese recently joined former Miss World Rosanna Davison at an event held by Lambertz, one of Germany’s top confectioners, and looked surprisingly resplendent in another example of cookery couture, a gown made entirely from biscuit trays. It was perhaps a little less refined than Dita’s usual glamorous vintage look, but the outfit was undoubtedly a veritable tin-foil triumph in comparison to an array of metallic monstrosities that graced the high street in 2012.

And, of course, who could forget Lady Gaga’s infamous edible efforts?

The singer wore her now notorious meat dress to the MTV Video Music Awards in 2010, claiming that she was conveying the message that ‘people must stand up for what they believe in to avoid being treated like a piece of meat’. That’s all well and good Gaga, but there are plenty of ways to change the world without smelling of sweat and steak in the process. Maybe just stick to a good old-fashioned Carmen Miranda fruit hat next time, eh Stefani?

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Possibly the most beautiful of all beauty products, this primer is made up of shimmery yellow, blue, pink and purple beads in a Parisian-inspired pump bottle. A lightweight primer designed to create a radiant base for make-up, it even smells gorgeous with infusions of orange-flower water, white lily, jojoba oil and apricot extract.

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Inspired by the high-class cuisine, Ciaté’s Caviar nail sets include a nail polish and a pot of tiny beads. Simply apply a coat of the polish and sprinkle nails with the beads, leave for 15 minutes and voila, nails fit for any dinner table!

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A baked texture and sweet, rosy smell have made these of blushers an all-time favourite. Coming in a great range of colours to suit all skin tones, these blend beautifully as an ultra-fine powder, creating a lovely pearly finish.

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Nail Rock Heart Nail Wraps (£6.70) Nail art was THE beauty trend of 2012, and one which is showing no sign of disappearing. Handy nail wraps are a great quick-fix for attention-grabbing talons, and this adorable Loveheart inspired set by Nail Rock will have your nails looking sweet in no time!

Bourjois Little Round Pot Blush (£7.49)

Ciaté Caviar Manicure Sets (£18.00)

These wonder balms not only heal and soothe dry cracked lips, they also contain SPF15 to protect your pout in the sun.

Available in flavours including mint, cherry and strawberry, they come in stylish retro tubes and tins at bargain prices.

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Paul & Joe Pearl Foundation Primer (£22.00)

These juicy-looking translucent lipsticks come in 5 different shades. As well as adding colour, these lollipop lippies also add shine, without the stickiness of a lipgloss.

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This palette of eyeshadows is as tempting as any box of chocolates!

Featuring 16 highly pigmented shades, this set is just one of many by Pixi, a brand that excels in creating innovative make-up and skin care products with skin-treating properties.

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Soap & Glory ‘Scrub, Actually’ Body Scrub (£7.00) So good that it’s even won awards, this exfoliating body scrub buffs skin to perfection with its combination of brown sugar, white sugar and apricot kernel oil; it’s almost too tempting to take a taste!

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Words | Debbie Phillips

eat yourself Beautiful Your hair and skincare regime doesn’t start and finish with cosmetics - raid the supermarket aisles for foods to prettify. routine, a survey commissioned by Tropicana revealed.

2013 begins with such good intentions. But even if your detox plans went downhill after week one, glossy hair, glowing skin and healthy nails are all still within your reach at any time of year.

Humble watercress recently rivalled expensive potions when, after just four weeks of adding a bag a day to their diet, 10 out of 11 females experienced visible improvements to their skin, according to a Watercress Alliance study.

As the old adage goes, true beauty comes from within - and a good place to start is with the contents of your fridge.

It’s not rocket science. Pack your diet with vitamin and mineral-rich goodness and you’ll reap the beauty benefits.

Sadly, there’s no quick-fix approach.

One sup of a super-green smoothie won’t immediately transform you into a supermodel - it can take at least three weeks of steady healthy eating before you notice any subtle improvements in the mirror.

Glossy hair, glowing skin and healthy nails are all things you can glean from cuisine.

Over one third (70%) of Brits opt for a natural approach to their daily beauty

So stock up on these beautifying delicacies for gorge-eous results.

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Kick start your day with a cup of green tea to rev up your metabolism and get your skin glowing.

Whip up a skin-friendly super-salad for your afternoon meal. Ingredients rich in lutein can work especially well if you’re a sun-seeker.

You can’t beat oily fish for enviable skin and hair. The fatty acids found in salmon, mackerel and sardines can help give you a post-facial-like glow, keeping your skin plump and moisturised.

Drinking green tea has many beauty benefits. A natural antioxidant, green tea comes from the same plant as other teas but it is not fermented, so retains more nutrients and has been shown to have twice as much antioxidant power as vitamin E. Green tea can help when it comes to skincare, protecting it from external environmental influences and therefore helping fight signs of premature ageing.

Eggs are the breakfast food to indulge in for gorgeous, glossy locks. They work wonders for hair inside and out; rich in biotin, which is essential for cell growth, and vitamin B-12 for strengthening locks and maintaining a healthy scalp.

Finish with a glass of fresh orange juice. It’s packed with vitamin C which is crucial for producing collagen - the protein that helps keep skin looking fresh and youthful.

Lutein belongs to the carotenoid family of antioxidants and has been linked to reducing sun-induced skin damage and improving the elasticity of the skin.

Spinach (12mg in 100g) and red peppers (7mg in 100g) are both good sources. Add some hearty chunks of sweet potato for an extra fix of Vitamin E. Forget ice cream and try a small scoop of coconut oil for afters.

Jennifer Aniston was spotted toting the ingredient in her shopping basket. The plant oil promotes supple, deeply hydrated skin and it’s versatile too...

If Christmas leftovers and curries haven’t put you off, turkey is also a healthy dinner alternative.

A 100g serving contains nearly 75% of an adult’s Recommend Daily Allowance (RDA) of protein. It’s also low in fat and rich in zinc and selenium - an antioxidant that benefits the skin and immune system.

For sides, try carrots: “Rich in alphacarotene and beta-carotene, which convert to vitamin A, this is essential for the manufacture of new skin cells.

Chocoholics don’t have to deny themselves completely for dessert.

Just stick to the dark stuff, rather than white or milk choc. Good quality dark chocolate, with high cocoa contents, contains a group of phytochemicals called flavonols that can help protect the skin against free radical damage, known to cause wrinkles and anti-ageing.

As the old adage goes, true beauty comes from within - and a good place to start is with the contents of your fridge.

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BEAUTY SHOPPING LIST Give the fruit and veg stalls a run for their money with your bathroom shelves. Stock up on these food-inspired beauties:

Grace Cole Fruit Works Body Wash in Watermelon & Pink Grapefruit £4 www.gracecole.co.uk

Korres Watercress Ultra Nourishing and Moisturising Cream £19 www.feelunique.com

MyChelle Incredible Pumpkin Peel £24.50 www.mychelleuk.com

The Body Shop Vitamin C range from £9-15 www.thebodyshop.co.uk

Lush Rehab Shampoo from £5.10 www.lush.co.uk

Lush Sweetie Pie Shower Jelly from £3.10 www.lush.co.uk

Snacks Nibbling on nuts will help conquer hunger pangs between meals - and top-up your beauty regime too.

Almonds are rich in Vitamin E and chewing a few a day can help improve skin texture and lessen after-meal surges in blood sugar levels. Hazelnuts are another good source.

Fruit also makes great beautifying snacks. Tangerines are a good source of lutein, while blueberries, strawberries and kiwis are packed with vitamin C to aid collagen production and keep capillaries healthy. And munching a few dried apricots, high in iron, will help improve skin tone.

Serves 1

Lush Avobath Bath Bomb £3.20 each www.lush.co.uk

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Lush H’suan Wen Hua Hair Treatment £8.95 www.lush.co.uk

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Get involved with Gallery in 2013

We understand that, when it comes to getting the most from your creative marketing, the medium is the message. We produce Gallery with that in mind.

Our goal is simple; to offer the best platform and engaging editorial environment for your brand communication.

We don’t pile high and sell ‘cheap ad space’ as other magazines do. We’re marketing centric and work through the line to give you the most for your budget.

If you’d like to talk about what we can add to your 2013 plans, give Rachel a call.

Rachel Morris Tel: 07624 209726 Email: rachel@gallery.co.im

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The Island’s Specialist Restaurant We are now providing outside catering for your special events. Bringing quality food and nibbles to your business meetings. For enquiries please contact us.

Set Menu’s

Lunch served Monday to Friday 12pm – 2.15pm

2 Course 3 Course

£15.50 £20.00

Dinner served 6.30pm -10pm

2 Course 3 Course

£23.50 £27.50

Happy Easter Bookings for Easter are now being taken Have a break this year and visit the best restaurant on the Island. Please make contact to discuss your requirements.

Email: portofino@qualityservice.com or call: 01624 617755 to make a reservation

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Words | Joanna Wilson

RISE AND SHINE BREAKFAST ANYONE? From a full English to a fruit smoothie, there are plenty of tasty ways to start your day, yet many of us are still skipping breakfast. It’s time to rise and shine.

Time and again we’re told it’s the most important meal of the day, but many of us are still failing to tuck into breakfast in the morning. According to a new study, nearly half of us skip brekkie at least once a week, while 15% of those surveyed never eat that vital early meal.

The top reason given was not feeling hungry first thing, while 21% of respondents would rather spend longer in bed.

And one in 10 people miss out in a belief it will help them lose weight - despite breakfast-skippers being twice as likely to munch on crisps later in the morning.

The research was conducted for Farmhouse Breakfast Week, which aims to put a stop to these bad habits and encourage people to start the day with a meal. For additional information visit: www.shakeupyourwakeup.com.

Serves 4

From a full English to a fruit smoothie, there are plenty of tasty ways to start your day.

Here are a variety of breakfast options for you to try at home...

4 large Portobello mushrooms 2 beef tomatoes 4 medium eggs 4 slices unsmoked back bacon 2 wholemeal English-style muffins, halved 1tbsp chopped chives

Remove the stalks from the mushrooms and place in a grill pan.

Slice the ends off the tomatoes and cut in half to create 2 circle shapes and place in the grill pan with the mushrooms. Place under a preheated grill for 5 minutes each side. Set aside and keep warm.

Meanwhile, poach the eggs for 2-3 minutes (one at a time if easier).

Place the bacon in the grill pan and grill for 5-6 minutes, turning once until golden and towards the end of cooking, toast the muffins.

Stack the bacon on top of the muffins then top with the mushrooms, tomatoes and then egg. Scatter with the chives and season with black pepper.

Tip: To poach eggs, bring a wide, shallow pan of water to just simmering. Using the handle of a slotted spoon, swirl the simmering water to create a whirlpool or vortex then crack the eggs, one or two at a time, directly into the centre of the whirlpool.

The breakfast stack

As the eggs cook, use the spoon to keep the water moving and ensure the egg whites wrap around the yolks (do this carefully so as not to break the eggs).

After 1-2 minutes, or when the egg white is cooked, remove them from the pan using the slotted spoon and set aside to drain on kitchen paper. For a firm yolk cook for a further minute or so.

Serves 4

200g jumbo oats 75g walnut pieces, roughly chopped (or other nuts, such as macadamia) 1tsp cocoa powder 100g raisins 25g plain chocolate chips

Preheat the oven to 180ºC, gas mark 4.

Place the oats, walnuts and cocoa in a large baking tray and spread out evenly. Bake for 5 minutes. Allow to cool. Stir in the raisins and chocolate chips.

Serve with milk, topped with sliced banana.

Tip: You could swap the cocoa with drinking chocolate and try either milk or white chocolate chips. For added indulgence, add extra chocolate chips or nuts.

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Oaty yogurt with nuts Serves 1

25g jumbo oats 1tbsp flaked almonds 1tbsp hazelnuts, roughly chopped 2tsp clear honey

Vanilla honey yogurt smoothie Serves 1

3 dried apricots, chopped

100ml semi skimmed milk

1tbsp dried cranberries

150g low fat natural yogurt

150g low fat natural yogurt

25g bran flakes

Place all the ingredients in a liquidiser or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and drizzle over some extra honey to serve (optional).

Dry fry the oats and nuts for about 3 minutes over a medium heat until toasted.

Stir in the honey and dried fruit and allow to cool slightly.

Reserve 1 tablespoon of the mixture and stir the rest into the yogurt.

Spoon into a glass and top with the reserved oat mixture before serving.

Tips: For a smoother texture, soak the bran flakes in the milk for 5-10 minutes in advance.

Tip: Try using a flavoured yogurt like strawberry or add fresh fruit for a different taste.

Âźtsp vanilla essence 1tbsp honey

MAKES 10

1tbsp rapeseed oil

1tsp baking powder

125g unsmoked back bacon

50g butter

100g mushrooms, chopped

30g cheese, such as Cheddar or Cheshire, grated

125g self raising flour 100g wholemeal plain flour

100ml semi skimmed milk

Preheat the oven to 220ÂşC, gas mark 7. Grease a baking tray.

Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until golden. Grill the bacon whole and chop the bacon into small pieces, roughly 1cm.

Mix the flours and baking powder in a large bowl and rub in the butter until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the bacon mixture and half the cheese. Mix in the milk to form a soft dough.

On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 2cm thick and using a 6cm round cutter, cut out 10 scones and place on the tray. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese.

Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden. Perfect for eating on the go, wrapped in a napkin. The scones will keep for 2-3 days in an airtight container. The scones can also be frozen (best to freeze once cooled, on the day they have been baked) so you have a ready supply for busy weeks.

Tips: Serve spread with low fat cream cheese, sliced tomatoes or ham for a more substantial breakfast on the go.

Breakfast scones because quality matters

For a vegetarian option replace the bacon with finely chopped spring onion or chives.

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In the unlikely depths of Balthane Industrial Estate you will find the sweet aroma of success emanating from a hidden away gem of Manx culinary delights. Not very easy to find but well worth the adventure, is the Islands only Fudge and Toffee Factory, ‘The Original Manx Fudge Factory’.

throwing the sugar over the toffee hook and pulling and cutting the Knobs in the old fashioned way.

Chocolate was something Peter introduced last year when Gemma joined the Team as trainee Chocolatier. This has proved overwhelmingly successful and the Team has now developed a range of Manx Chocolate Liqueur Truffles, Fondant Crèmes, After Dinner Mints, Truffles, Pralines and an expanding range of quirky chocolate Bars all made using quality Belgian chocolate.

Peter has been working on a range of Manx Wedding Favours and Table Gifts, which are now available at the factory.

If you ask Peter “what next” he will probably say “we need a shop to display our whole range, which is easier for customers to find than the factory”.

But whatever happens ‘The Original Manx Fudge Factory is definitely – The Sweetness of the Isle of Man’.

Founded in 2010 by Peter and son Owen, the business has its roots in the family Kitchen. By February of the following year the business had outgrown the family home and manufacturing premises were found on Balthane Industrial Estate, Ballasalla.

With over 20 different flavours to choose from and a bank of over 40 different recipes Peter and his team are always able to offer their customers something new and original.

From the delicious Butter and Cream fudge loaded with lots and lots of delicious Manx Creamery Butter and Double Cream, to their ever so slightly alcoholic hic’ hic’ fudge’s.

If you like a Cherry Bakewell Tart you will love their Cherry Bakewell Fudge……..you have to eat it to believe it, as well as the Tangy Sicilian Lemon Meringue Fudge!!

The factory opening hours for the Public are: September through to Easter - 5 days a week 9am - 5pm • Monday to Friday Easter through to September - 7 days a week 9am - 5pm • Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm • Saturday to Sunday In 2011 Peters Team won the Manx Food Heroes award organized by Shoprite for the ‘Best Tasting Manx Food’. And in 2012 the Team won the ‘3FM Small Business Award’ which included a re-branding prize donated by ‘Words and Spaces’ which we will soon be seeing the results of in shops around the Island.

In September of 2011 Peter launched his range of traditionally made ‘Manx Knobs’ which have not been produced on the Island since the 1960’s. The range now covers 4 flavours with more in the pipeline, and if you call in at the factory you will often find Peter and Rick

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The perfect gift all through the year Hand Made Manx Chocolates, Fudge, Toffee & Chocolate

Makers of the only Manx Knobs produced on the Isle of Man

Lovingly created by hand at The Original Manx Fudge Factory Harmat Court, Balthane Industrial Estate, Ballasalla Tel 07624 244201 www.manxfudgefactory.com isle of man premier magazine

Fresh Seafood straight off the Local fishing boats & local meat from the Island’s finest butchers prepared daily by head chef Richard Birch & his experienced kitchen team. You don’t get fresher than that.

Seasonal À la carte & set lunch menu’s with daily specials on the boards.

OPENING TIMES Lunch served Monday-Friday 12pm-2pm 2 course £15.00

3 course £20.00

Dinner Served Monday-Saturday 6.30pm-9.30pm

Lobsters, Scallops, Queenies, Langoustines, Cod, Brill, Turbot, Plaice, Witch, Ling, Monkfish, Gurnard, Lemon Sole, Dover Sole, Skate, Squid, Kippers, Hake, Seabass, John Dory, Haddock, Pollock & Mussels.

Serving freshly baked breads, homemade puddings, ice-creams & chocolates. Freshly ground coffee, speciality tea, wine, cocktails, soft & alcoholic drinks.

Family owned, very friendly, professional service in a candle lit restaurant found just off North Quay.

Call 01624 612355 for reservations.

Booking essential at weekends.

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recipes by | James Duigan

It’s time to man up!

James Duigan, whose diet principles have been embraced by many A-list celebs, is now helping banish ‘moobs’ and paunches with a healthy-eating book aimed specifically at men.

As part of his Clean and Lean approach, Duigan urges men and women alike to cut down on caffeine, refined sugar, alcohol and processed foods (or ‘C.R.A.P.’ for short), which he says are the four main toxins that cause the body to cling to fat.

Haddock, eggs and asparagus on rye

Ceviche

(Serves 1)

(Serves 4)

1 x 200g fillet undyed smoked haddock

400g sashimi-grade sea bass fillet, skin removed, thinly sliced

Duigan, whose clients have included Elle MacPherson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Hugh Grant and David Gandy, wants us to eat ‘clean’ foods that are as close as possible to how nature made them and to embrace the ‘good’ fat found in the likes of nuts and oily fish.

Packed with photos of muscle-bound men scaling rocks, boxing and hefting wood in the great outdoors, the book contains tips on achieving a six-pack and working out like a warrior as well as easy recipes for busy people. You don’t even strictly need to be a man to enjoy them!

Clean And Lean Warrior

2 organic eggs 70g asparagus 2 slices rye bread, toasted if you like

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Juice of 1½ lemons

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

½ medium red onion, peeled and chopped

Heat a medium frying pan of water until boiling. Add the haddock fillet, cover with a lid then turn off the heat and leave for 5 minutes.

1 small red chilli, finely chopped

Poach the eggs in a separate pan in simmering water for about 4 minutes or until the whites are set but the yolks are still soft. Steam the asparagus at the same time.

by James Duigan is published

by Kyle Books, priced £12.99

Juice of 2 limes

Serves 4 the To serve, divide the haddock between rye bread slices. Top each with a poached egg and asparagus spears and season to taste.

4 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled and deseeded Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 avocado, sliced

In a bowl, mix all the ingredients except the avocado and leave to marinate in the fridge for about 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.

Drain the juice and discard. Serve with freshly sliced avocado and an extra squeeze of lemon.

Here are five of Duigan’s recipes to try at home...

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David Gandy’s super salad

Grilled rib-eye steak with sweet potato mash and chilli broccoli

Greek lamb salad

(Serves 4)

(Serves 4)

(Serves 2)

100g Greek yoghurt 2tbsp Dijon mustard

2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped

½ lemon, zest and juice

A dash of Tabasco

2tbsp organic Greek yogurt

Juice of 1 lemon

3tbsp pomegranate seeds

1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

4 x 150g skinless organic chicken breasts

4 x 200g grass-fed rib-eye steaks

3tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

35ml sesame oil

4 medium beetroots, trimmed

1 large broccoli, broken into florets

75g quinoa

1 small red chilli, finely chopped

1 small broccoli, cut into florets 50g toasted sunflower seeds ½ bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped ½ bunch fresh basil, roughly chopped

Preheat the oven to 200ºC/400ºF/gas mark 6.

In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, mustard, Tabasco and a squeeze of lemon and season to taste. Add the chicken to the bowl and turn to coat.

Rub 1 tablespoon of the oil over the beetroot and season to taste. Wrap each in foil and roast for 45 minutes or until tender when pierced with a skewer. Cool, then peel and roughly chop.

Transfer the chicken to a non-stick baking tray and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to the packet instructions. Steam the broccoli.

Mix all the broccoli, beetroots, sunflower seeds, quinoa and herbs in a large bowl.

Mix in the remaining 2 tablespoons of the oil and the remaining lemon juice and season to taste.

2 stalks rosemary, leaves finely crushed 1tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 x 300g lamb steak Sea salt 1 little gem lettuce, leaves torn 200g baby spinach leaves 1 large ripe tomato, roughly chopped

Place the sweet potato in a medium saucepan and just cover with water. Bring to the boil and cook, uncovered, for about 8 minutes or until very soft. Drain and transfer to a large bowl and mash with the yogurt. Stir in the pomegranate seeds and season to taste.

1 small green cucumber, roughly chopped

Meanwhile, heat a grill pan until very hot.

Rub the steaks with 2 tablespoons of the sesame oil and season. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side for medium rare. Rest for 5-10 minutes.

1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed

Steam the broccoli, then transfer to a bowl.

Drizzle with the remaining sesame oil and sprinkle with the chilli.

Serve the steak with the mash and broccoli on the side.

80g black olives, pitted 100g feta cheese, crumbled For the dressing: 45ml extra-virgin olive oil 45ml lemon juice

In a bowl, mix the zest, juice, rosemary, garlic and oil. Add the lamb and turn to coat. Refrigerate for an hour or so.

Preheat a grill or grill pan. Season the lamb with salt and grill over a high heat for 4 minutes on each side or until cooked to your liking. Remove from the heat and rest for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients together. In a medium serving bowl, mix the lettuce, spinach, tomato, cucumber, olives and cheese and toss with the dressing.

Slice the lamb across the grain and serve with the salad.

Arrange the quinoa salad in 4 bowls and top each with a sliced chicken breast.

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Chips, Cheese & Gravy

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It was National Chip week during February so we thought why not pay homage to one of the nations favourite foods with some gadgets and interesting facts.

Across Britain, we eat more than 300 million portions of fish and chips each year, while in one year Britons consume nearly three billion meals containing chips.

A quarter of all potatoes grown in Britain are made into chips - that’s around 1.5 million tonnes each year, or nearly the same weight as 125,000 full double decker buses.

Six of the best Kitchen Gadgets for chip lovers Splat, Splat - Captain Catchup Gun - £5.99 from www.menkind.co.uk If you’re fed up of the slap-the-bottle technique while waiting for your condiment to slowly drip out of the neck of a glass jar, then this novelty sauce holder could be for you. Load up this retro-looking blaster with your favourite sauce, ketchup or otherwise, and easily squirt the seasoning with precision.

Chip Shape - Potato Chipper £14.99 from www.lakeland.co.uk Nothing quite beats the taste of homemade chips. But when faced with a pile of potatoes in need of slicing and dicing, it can be all too easy to reach for the quicker and easier oven chips. This assistant, however, will chip away at the laborious task for you. The suction base keeps it safely in place while you force the spuds through the stainless steel blade, making the perfect chip in one easy step. There are two different blades for those who prefer the thick or thin varieties.

Lean Machine - Tefal ActiFry - £112 from www.amazon.co.uk Looking for a healthier way to enjoy your favourite food? This appliance will cook up to a kilogram of chips using just one spoonful of oil, giving you home-cooked crispy chips with only 3% fat. Easy to clean and operate, this gadget isn’t likely to end up in the dark corner of a cupboard.

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Top Tucker - Silver Chip Fork £44.99 from www.personalisedweddings.co.uk This hallmarked sterling silver fork is an ideal gift for fish and chip lovers.

Designed to mirror the traditional takeout wooden forks seen in many seaside chippies, this more sturdy piece of cutlery features a full Birmingham Assay Office Hallmark on the front, and for the personal touch, there is also the option of adding an engraved message on the back.

Power Up - Salt + Power - £7.99 from www.firebox.com Interesting salt and pepper shakers are few and far between, so we were delighted to stumble across these fun creations. Designed in the shape of D-cell batteries, these pots include a clear vertical marker to show you when you’re running low on seasoning and it’s time to recharge.

Drizzle it - Joseph Joseph Flo Oil and Vinegar Set - £29.99 from www.firebox.com One of the most fundamental ingredients for tasty chips is a splash of vinegar. With an air-tight seal, these stylish, high-quality glass containers also have an adjustable pouring spout to control the flow rate. At 20cm tall, they’ll look great in the kitchen, too.

Interesting Facts The land required to grow potatoes for chips is 33,664 hectares – big enough to fit London’s Hyde Park 237 times, or 47,000 Wembley football pitches.

Brits use at least 26 different words for fish and chips.

Using the right spuds for chips can make all the difference - to ensure your chips are lovely and fluffy try King Edward or Maris Piper.

Fish and chips outsell Indian takeaways by two to one.

The world’s largest fish and chip portion was made in July 2012 by Fish and Chips Ltd, London. The fish weighed in at 47.75kg and the chips 23.5kg, breaking the previous Guinness World Record which was held by the Wensleydale Heifer pub.

Celebrity chip fans include Rihanna, Kate Moss and David Walliams - and Michelle Obama recently revealed that her biggest food weakness is French fries.

A survey of 1,000 adults shows ‘chip shop chips’ are the nation’s favourite chips with nearly half (45%) of all respondents putting them first, followed by French fries (16%), oven chips (14%), potato wedges (8%) crinkle cut chips (7%) and curly fries (7%).

Apparently where we live affects our chip choices, with people in the South of the GB preferring salt and vinegar on their portion while the Scottish are more likely than people in any other region to choose a portion of curly fries.

People in the Midlands have a fondness for curry sauce and cheese with their portion; the Welsh are more likely than other regions to eat their chips straight from the oven; and a quarter of Londoners favour the French fry.

Here on the Isle of Man we seem to love Chips with cheese and gravy.

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Words | Mark Wilson | Sleepwell Hotels

An Exercise of the Palate The more discerning enthusiast among you may have noticed that many publications, websites, TV programmes and, of course, restaurants constantly shift the manner in which they present their signature dishes.

Food presentation is most definitely back in vogue and like many fashions has, rather pleasingly, become something of a high art.

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Food presentation is most definitely back in vogue and like many fashions has, rather pleasingly, become something of a high art. As such, we at Coast Bar & Brasserie have teamed up to offer you some top tips to ensure you enjoy every second from pan to plate.

Before we begin, however, the most important tip of all – balance. Regardless of how ornate, substantial, or simple your menu may be; the art of presentation, like most art, is ultimately subject to taste.

Though it may be difficult, don’t let your fear of the white space on your plate tempt you into risking the balance of your dish by adding too much sauce or an imbalance of greenery. It all adds up, and sometimes to too much.

Then it’s on to structure, and the 5th Avenue of all techniques; landscaping.

As you may have guessed, this involves layering your dish in a central (or just off central) arrangement, with the option to add a final flourish which really brings out the overall blend of colours and flavours available. This is a great way to make full use of the space you have, particularly for substantial meals, so break out the scaffold.

Alternatively, and for the impressionists amongst you, we have the free-form plate, which involves placing your component ingredients in an abstract and artistically disordered manner. It may seem messy at first glance, but this is a great way to encourage your guests to experiment with different combinations of flavours and textures and really explore the plate.

Whichever you choose, have fun and express yourself. If it’s pleasing to you, the same will probably go for those of your critics.

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The Marine Hotel is a bit of an institution on the Isle of Man; famous for its generous food portions and ‘old fashioned’ home style cooking.

Located on Peel promenade, opposite the beach, the Marine has views across the bay and harbour. Two lounge bars are situated at the front, and are supplemented by a large restaurant at the rear. The restaurant serves meals lunchtime and evening 12pm - 9pm Monday to Saturday, 12pm - 5pm Sunday.

Licensee, Mick Hewer, has a commitment to ‘real ale’ with five hand pumps offering an extensive range of local and guest ales including: Okells Bitter, a changing Bushy’s beer, and in the busier months, a guest ale.

The 140 seat restaurant is tucked away at the side, with its own entrance. We can also cater for large groups including: • Office functions • Buffets • Take-outs • Birthdays • Wakes • Children’s Parties* • External catering

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140 seat restaurant | SEASONAL MENUS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Serving generous portions of both seafood and meat dishes from an extensive menu.

We can also cater for | Large groups | Office functions | Buffets | Take-outs | Birthdays Wakes | Children’s parties* | External Catering

* 4:00 - 6:00pm special menu and entertainment available - please ask for details

Call us on 842337 to book a table Major credit cards accepted.

The Marine Hotel | Shore Road | Peel | Isle of Man | IM5 1AH

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Words | Anne Berry | The Wine Cellar

Wine maker...

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any people dream of becoming a winemaker, both those already in the industry and many outside it, as proven by Cliff Richard and Ernie Els!! As in any industry, there are, however, different types of winemaker. As a winemaker in a co-operative or large winery making bulk wine or mass produced wine, the hours will be regular and the job based around the Quality Control lab, where tests will be carried out to ensure that the wine is clean, has the correct levels of sulphur to stop it from oxidising and that it meets the specification of the buyer.

There will not be much room for creativity. The wines will go through all the correct processes to make it perfectly clean but each process strips a little more character out of the wine.

The other type of winemaker is one who lives and breathes wine. He or she has a passion and wants to make a wine that will be noticed on the international market, be written about and recognised by leading wine critics, win competitions and stand out from the crowd. These winemakers are often owners or at least have an interest in the winery where they make their wines, and during harvest and while the wine is going through fermentation and maturation, they will be working almost 24 hours a day. They will also subject the wine to fewer processes with the aim of

keeping it as natural a product as they can. The wines will be fined, which is the process by which proteins and certain tannins are removed. A fining agent, such as egg white or bentonite clay is passed through the wine and the proteins and tannins are attracted to it and sink to the bottom. The wine that is racked from this sediment into a new vat is clear and stable.

This can remove the necessity of filtration for many red wines, and although, the wine may throw a sediment during the ageing process, it will retain more character. The passionate winemaker does not mind if his wine has a sediment or tartrates because these do not affect the flavour or quality of the wine, and as the wine is not likely to appear on a supermarket shelf, they know that this will be explained to the consumer by an independent wine merchant or a wine waiter.

Valenciso Rioja Reserva comes from a Bodega established as recently as 1998, by two winemakers with 28 years experience in a winery in Rioja.

They produce one wine a year, aged for 16 months in French oak, none of which is older than 3 years old, and a third of which is renewed each year. Most Rioja is aged in American oak, which gives a stronger vanillin character than French. At Valenciso they are looking to produce a modern style of Rioja with more complexity and depth. Recently awarded 93 points by Robert Parker, this 2006 is harmonious with flavours of cherries, mulberries and dried fig. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or any time over the next 10 years - if there’s any left!

Chablis Julien Brocard Domaine de la Boissonneuse 2010 Julien’s father, Jean Marc, built up this family estate from 1 hectare to 100 hectares over 30 years and they own some of the finest organic vineyards in Chablis. Julien was introduced to biodynamic ideals while studying oenology, and this fully certified organic and biodynamic Chablis is a stunning example of a wine made as naturally as possible from healthy grapes grown in mineral rich soil, giving a wine of great structure and balance. Better than many a Chablis 1er Cru on the market, it is well worth its price of £19.55.

Rudi Schultz Syrah 2010 Rudi Schultz is one of South Africa’s new generation of innovative winemakers. Inspired to make wine after enjoying many a top Rhone red, he studied in Stellenbosch and his main role is now winemaker at Thelema. However since 2002 he has produced a Syrah under his own label, and has been awarded 90+ points in The Wine Spectator for every vintage since that first one. The 2010 is a sleek and seductive wine, with dark berry, black cherry and pepper aromas followed by plum and spicy flavours and a lingering finish. Well integrated tannins and a savoury element make it a great wine for enjoying with game or other meaty dishes.

The Wine Cellar • Tennis Road • Douglas • IM2 3QW Telephone: 01624 611793 • Email: anne@thewinecellar.im

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The cottage living area has retained many original features and the charm associated with this style of residence which comprises a spacious lounge, a fully fitted kitchen with dining area, rear sun room, study and double bedroom with en-suite. The cottage also has a generously sized office area which could be used as an additional reception room.

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The apartment benefits from its own private entrance and offers a spacious lounge, a fully fitted kitchen with dining area which has feature exposed beams and an open plan mezzanine seating level with three bedrooms including a master en-suite. The apartment is a complete family sized separate residence.

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‘Sunnyhill’ offers the option of two separate residences which could be converted into one substantial residence. Viewings are highly recommended for this superb and unique property.

The property also has an integrated garage, off road parking, lawned gardens and is fully double glazed.

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‘Pink Cottage’ is a characterful detached cottage in easy walking distance of Port St Mary and Port Erin. Throughout the cottage you will find exposed beamed ceilings and panelled walls. The spacious handmade farmhouse kitchen features a tiled alcove with a new ‘Stanley’ cooker/ boiler serving the hot water and central heating system, the kitchen also has three double glazed windows letting in plenty of natural light.

The dining room has an attractive stone fireplace and deep sill window enjoying garden views. There is also a utility room and four bedrooms (one en-suite) and a family bathroom. Outside there is a double garage and a delightful raised garden with timber shed. The garden also has a patio area with a barbecue to enjoy during the Summer months, there is also a newly fitted decked area.

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This modern detached bungalow situated in Colby, enjoys lovely coastal and sea views over Gansey and Port St Mary. The property comprises of a lounge, dining room, sun room, kitchen, utility room, four bedrooms, two of which are en-suite and a family bathroom. The lounge is bright and spacious where you can enjoy a real fire during the Winter months and sliding doors, which open to the patio, for the Summer months. The sun room overlooks the garden with stunning coastal views and doors lead onto the patio and decked seating area. The property has ample parking and a double garage.

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A superb mid terrace house set in a desirable residential area. The property has a large lounge which opens through to the dining room via timber glazed doors, providing plenty of room for socialising and entertaining. The dining room has sliding patio doors which open to a lovely patio area, ideal during the summer months for BBQs with family or friends. The garden stretches down to a large timber workshop with electricity. The spacious breakfast kitchen has plenty of work surface area for food preparation and cooking. Upstairs on the first floor are two double bedrooms, one with an en-suite. The second floor also has two double bedrooms which share an en-suite. The property also benefits from the option of off road parking at the rear for two cars.

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There are two double bedrooms, both with exposed timber beams.

Bedroom one has feature stained glass light boxes in the ceiling and also an internal stained glass window through to the bathroom. The lounge boasts great character with a raised corner hearth which contains a multifuel burner and concealed coal and wood bunkers. The rear decked patio can be accessed via both the lounge and kitchen, where you can look out across the sea to Onchan Head – a great spot to watch the ‘Red Arrows’ during the TT Races. The bathroom comprises a free standing kidneyshaped bath and large walk-in shower cubicle.

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APPLEBY REPRESENTS ISLE OF MAN AT INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AVIATION CONFERENCE IN AMERICA Brian Johnson, Director of Operations, Appleby Aviation shared his expertise and insight on offshore aircraft registration at the annual Business Aircraft Finance, Registration & Legal Conference in Florida this month.

Organised by the National Business Aircraft Association (“NBAA”), the leading voice for the business aviation industry in the United States, the two day conference provides an essential, interactive and thought-leading programme for global business aircraft owners, financiers and lawyers.

In his address, “Seeking an Alternative Jurisdiction for Aircraft Registration - the Isle of Man and Other Options”, Brian, together with co-presenter Heather Gordon of Cains Advocates, discussed the considerations aircraft owners face when choosing an aircraft registry, including ease of registration and deregistration, the impact on USA and international operations, export, import and customs issues, taxes and fees, treaties, due diligence and the differences from US registration.

Brian and Heather were joined by fellow Isle of Man delegate Mark Byrne of the ICM Group who presented on “Wrestling with the EU - Challenges and Solutions for the VAT and EU-ETS (Emissions) Issues”.

“I would like to thank NBAA for the opportunity to be involved in this thought-provoking conference”, said Brian. “Against the global backdrop of economic turmoil, the aviation industry has stayed remarkably strong and it is thanks to events such as these that allow the industry to get together and address the challenges ahead.”

He continued, “The Isle of Man has successfully positioned itself as a leading player in the aviation industry and NBAA provided the perfect platform to promote this expertise on the international stage.

All of the speakers present were prominent experts on their subjects and many spoke very positively of the Isle of Man.

For Appleby Aviation it was a chance to meet with new and existing contacts from around the world and gain an insight into the future trends and development of the industry. With offices in the aircraft registry locations of Bermuda, the Cayman Islands and the Isle of Man we are perfectly positioned to advise on all aspects of offshore aviation.”

Appleby Aviation brings together a wealth of experience and diverse skills from its legal and fiduciary teams to provide a seamless service to aviation clients. The team are regular attendees at leading aviation events and are currently finalising plans for the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (“EBACE”) in Geneva where the team will occupy stand 2261 during the exhibition in May.

BUSINESS SUCCESS STORIES WANTED TO INSPIRE NEXT-GENERATION ENTREPRENEURS The search is on for former Junior Achievement and Young Enterprise company programme students in the Isle of Man who have gone on to achieve career success.

Their success stories could feature, along with others across the JAYE European network, in a book, Changing Lives, being compiled

by Norwegian professional JA-YE mentor Thor-Erik Gulliksen.

Junior Achievement Isle of Man’s chief executive Sue Cook said: ‘The JA-YE company programme is acknowledged as a powerful tool for teaching young people entrepreneurial and work-readiness skills. With this in mind we’d like to hear from men and women in the Island, aged roughly between 18 and 35, who took part in the company programme and, inspired by the experience, went on to enjoy success in their chosen careers, perhaps even starting their own business.

‘Anyone who comes forward won’t be asked to give much of their time; in the first instance they’ll just be sent a questionnaire to complete. Those selected as potential subjects will then be interviewed by phone at a later date.’

Sue added: ‘As a JA-YE model organisation it’s only fitting that the Isle of Man has been invited to feature in this book aimed at inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.’

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INTERNATIONAL E-GAMING COMMUNITY ENDORSES THE ISLE OF MAN AS A CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE SMP Partners, the Isle of Man headquartered corporate services provider, recently announces that following a series of highly successful meetings held at the ICE Totally Gaming Exhibition in London, a number of new operators and software companies have joined SMP’s portfolio and demonstrated their confidence in the Isle of Man as a centre of excellence.

David Hudson, Group Director at SMP Partners commented; “ICE Totally Gaming is a coming together of the world’s e-gaming community and as such, our e-gaming team are strong ambassadors for the Isle of Man’s Department of Economic Development in promoting the Island as a highly attractive jurisdiction in which to base e-gaming related operations. At the exhibition we not only met a significant number of new potential entrants to the Island’s licensing regime, but with a large number of pre-arranged meetings held over the three day event, we also secured a significant amount of new business that will be establishing operations on the Island over the coming months.

Commenting on the growth of SMP Partners’ e-gaming department, Mr Hudson said; “For the second year running, we have provided consulting, project management and on-going support to over 60% of the Island’s applicants for e-gaming licenses issued by the Gambling Supervision Commission (“GSC”). Together with the applications currently lodged with the GSC, we will soon represent almost 50% of the Island’s licensed e-gaming community. It is very evident that the experience and capability of our e-gaming team and the breadth of service offered, gives us a compelling proposition to which other providers can only aspire.”

Steve McGowan, Chairman of SMP Partners commented, “This is a remarkable achievement. Our position as the leading provider of corporate and accounting services to this growing sector has been further consolidated during 2012 and we continue to attract a broad range of e-gaming related businesses to invest in the Island.

In 2009 we took the decision to invest in the sector and to build a specialist, multi-disciplined team to serve the diverse needs of the e-gaming entrepreneur and more established international operators. The fact that we now look after a very large percentage of the Island’s licensed e-gaming fraternity fully endorses that decision and is testimony to the quality and breadth of the service being offered. Our team’s success at ICE is further good news for the Isle of Man and I am sure will lead to new employment opportunities both for us and our clients in the coming months.”

Sure selected to trial cutting-edge portable energy device technology SURE has been selected by Intelligent Energy - a global power technology company - to trial a hydrogen fuel cell portable energy device.

Intelligent Energy has asked Sure to assess the suitability of its fuel cell technology to power various mobile devices. Over the next few months, Sure will ask selected customers to trial the device and provide feedback.

The device - which generates clean energy - has been designed to meet a growing demand for portable power driven by an everincreasing need for greater amounts of power for ‘on-the-go’ electronic devices, such as smartphones. A study of mobile users in the UK - conducted by Intelligent Energy - shows that more than 70 per-cent of users find themselves with a flat or near-flat battery on their mobile device at least once a week.

Mobile operators across the world are keen to find a solution to the problem of battery power not keeping up with customer usage, so that they can deliver the best user experience, earn the loyalty of their customers and also increase the average revenue per user.

“Fuel cell technology presents an attractive solution to powering our devices off-grid, which in turn provides a much longer operating life than a conventional battery. This would enable consumers to stay connected and use their devices for longer, unshackled by the constraints of battery life,” said Mike Fawkner Corbett, the Head of Mobile at Sure.

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John Maguire, Chief Financial Officer at Intelligent Energy, said: “The constant need to monitor and recharge batteries can mean a loss of productivity, a decreased sense of security and an inability to stay connected when it’s most needed”.

John added: “The consumer electronics industry tells us that neither future battery improvements nor power reduction strategies will develop as quickly as needed. Intelligent Energy’s portable fuel cell systems offer a durable and cost-effective solution that can be integrated into a wide range of consumer applications and we hope this trial with Sure will be a success.”

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What made you choose the company you work for?

I wanted to work at Royal London 360° as the firm is fast becoming the stand out business in the sector and has some very exciting prospects for the future. As well as being a fantastic firm to work for, RL360° are fully supporting me in gaining my Actuarial qualifications. I have really enjoyed my first 18 months and I am looking forward to my future at RL360°.

AGE 24 UNI ATTENDED NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE UNIVERSITY COURSE UNDERTAKEN FINANCIAL BUSINESS ECONOMICS BA (HONS) FINANCE AND LAW WITH ISLAMIC FINANCE (MSC) WHAT DID YOU WANT TO BE WHEn YOU WERE 8 AN ASTRONAUT FAVOURITE WAY TO RELAX PLAYING OR WATCHING RUGBY FAVOURITE PLACE TO EAT IN THE ISLE OF MAN CAFÉ AVANTI

What professional training have you undertaken since you started?

In order to qualify I first need to pass 9 ‘Core Technical’ exams. These exams are designed to provide the technical knowledge required by an Actuary throughout their career. So far I have completed four of the ‘CT’ exams with topics examined covering Economics, Finance, Accounting and Financial Mathematics. I have also completed the Business Awareness course: a two day practical course which improved my understanding of the business environment I am working in as well as the responsibilities and challenges that accompany my role.

What do you do on an average day?

One of the best aspects of my job is that the work is really quite varied, so it is tricky to describe an average day. I would say that a lot of what I do could best be described as problem solving; with most of my work consisting of looking into potential issues, gathering enough information to determine the best course of action and then liaising with various departments in the firm in order to resolve the problem.

What is your next step?

I have my next two professional exams coming up in the next few months, so there may be a few late nights on the cards! Pushing on I am just going to try and get qualified as soon as possible and keep developing professionally. I still have a lot to learn but I’m looking forward to getting involved in some of the more advanced tasks.

What advice would you give to a graduate with the experience you have now?

My key piece of advice would be to keep your eyes open to opportunities and not to doubt your ability to achieve. If you’re not afraid of putting the work in and have a goal in sight then you can succeed once given the chance.

Employer info: Royal London 360° Royal London 360° is a dynamic and growing business providing financial services solutions around the world. We like to think of ourselves as vibrant with a modern brand, a strong track record of year-on year growth (with a clear plan for the future) and, above all, a culture where hard work, innovation and talent is encouraged and rewarded. If you don’t already know about us, then why not find out more at www.rl360.com

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If you think that Royal London 360° might be a good fit with your career goals then email us at careers@rl360.com Royal London House, Cooil Road, Douglas, IM2 2SP Tel: 01624 681682 Email: csc@rl360.com Jersey’s style maga-

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Douglas Adams famously wrote in the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy that the answer to ‘life, the universe and everything’ is the number 42.

But Royal London 360°, headquartered at Royal London House, in Cooil Road, Douglas, would beg to differ.

Of course, 360 matters to us because it’s a part of our name, but there are plenty of other reasons why it’s become a number of significance:

FACTS:

If you want to know why there are 360 degrees in a circle, this is a legacy of the Babylonians. They calculated that there were 360 days in a year - not an unreasonable rounding error, for accountants working 4,400 years ago.

St Ninian (who kindly gave his name to both a church and a school in Douglas) was born in the year 360. 360 years ago Oliver Cromwell became ‘Lord protector of England’.

On 26 September 2008, American Rocky Robinson became the fastest man on two wheels when he recorded a land speed of 360.913mph.

360 years ago, in 1653, New Amsterdam (later renamed New York) was founded as a city.

The Ferrari 360 Modena is a two-seater luxury sports car. Both Hayden Christensen (Anakin Skywalker himself) and Matt LeBlanc (Friends’ Joey) are known to be partial to its charms.

According to the European Space Agency, the International Space Station weighs 360 tonnes.

It takes approximately 360 minutes to fly from London to Saudi Arabia or Dubai.

The term ‘360’ refers to a trick in certain sports such as Freestyle skiing, motorcycle stunt riding, ice dancing and acrobatics, where the athlete rotates in the air a full 360 degrees.

360 is a famous model of electric guitar built by the Rickenbacker Corporation.

Dolphins can stay awake for up to 360 hours by sleeping with one half of their brain at a time.

And finally, the only insect that can turn its head 360° is the praying mantis.

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HOT DESK HEROES

Words Louise Bralsford illustration Russ Atkinson

Ah, the joys of office politics. They may not make it onto the front pages of newspapers but they often have a much bigger impact on our lives than actual politics. In the immediate sense, obviously.

Anyone who’s worked in an office has tales to tell about awkward (romantic) moments with colleagues, stolen staplers and bosses from hell.

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that they’re definitely not for the client meeting in room 402. But equally important is to work out the ownership of mugs. What may look like a nondescript white mug to you may well be the prized possession of Barry from accounting.

If, however, you have had a less than smooth career path and therefore had to do a lot of temping of an administrative nature, then you will understand that certain aspects of office life are replicated wherever you work. This kind of theme is played upon in art and media all the time, from the divisive comedy of Ricky Gervais’s The Office to the outstanding Then We Came To The End

by Joshua Ferris. And the success of the office genre just goes to show how recognisable the stereotypical workplace situation is.

Possessive natures are commonplace in the office, something especially noticeable if you’re temping - or a frequent relocator, as I like to call it. And as the flipside to that coin, other people’s stuff is always so deliciously tempting. It’s the same as that inherent curiosity to see the inside of other people’s fridges and bathroom cabinets, the consequences of which can range from the inspirational to the downright alarming. The office desk is often a place which says much about the owner, whether it’s photographs of facepainted children and heart-shaped post-its (cringe) or an impressive amount of stationery organised with military-like precision, each pencil sharpened to within an inch of its life.

The routines, photocopiers, and even the types of people are part reassuring, part mind-numbing in their predictability. Having said that, every office has its own quirks and perks. Often bathrooms are in bizarre locations, and it’s best to suss this out early on, for obvious reasons. Another thing to establish is the whereabouts of the kitchen facilities and also what the rules are when it comes to food and crockery. If there is a plate of chocolate biscuits, it’s a good idea to refrain from helping yourself before finding out

When you are a visitor at someone else’s desk, it’s a bit like house sitting. You have to keep everything turning over, not break the computer etc. If you’re truly hot desking, then you won’t be at someone else’s desk but at an untouched work station in the corner which is shared between the part-timers and visitors. It’s quite a misleading term actually. You’d think that hot desking was an office-wide policy of only hiring attractive people. Or maybe some Scandinavian initiative, encouraging employers to transform their

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offices into megasaunas. And even more weirdly, surely if a desk isn’t being used all the time, it should be called a cold desk because having someone sitting there day-in, day-out, would warm it up? A better name would probably be the more accurate “spare desk”.

Anyway, back to el punto - when you are a visitor at someone else’s desk, you get to use all their stuff, which is fun. Unless of course they are particularly suspicious and lock everything away in one of those clunky under-the-desk sets of drawers and remove the key.

Very unsportsmanlike behaviour. If this is the case, then your first port of call simply has to be the stationery cupboard, where you should take one of EVERYTHING (who knows when you might need blue highlighters/500 sheets of graph paper/200 of those green string tag things). In fact, I would personally recommend doing this on a daily basis anyway, but remember to bring a large bag with you so you can take it out of the building without arousing the receptionists’ suspicion. And you would be surprised at how

well a birthday present of 250 miniature bulldog clips goes down.

Especially if you can get them in different colours. Variety is the spice of life.

One final point about office politics: it’s also good being a temp because you don’t have to join in all the lame office stuff if you don’t want to, but you get to reap the benefits of the fun office stuff. For example, having to donate money to the whip round for someone’s charity abseiling - it’s OK, because you’re just the temp, you didn’t know, and oh whoops you don’t have any cash with you. Does Brenda take Visa? No? Oh dear...so sorry...hope it goes well etc. But on the other hand - oooh cake Friday! Homemade flapjack? Wow! So sorry, I’m just the temp, I didn’t know...are you sure? Well I’ll just take these five then, and a lemon slice...thank you! Of course, this isn’t the best plan if you’re hoping that one day your temp job will become more permanent, but if it definitely isn’t a career definer...

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CABLE & WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS SEMINAR - THE BIG DATA ISSUES

Around 60 local business leaders and Island dignitaries joined Cable & Wireless Communications on Thursday for presentations by leading industry experts on how local businesses can make sure they stay compliant as they mine their data and release its value.

The timing of the seminar was particularly apt as new legislation generated by the EU means regulation in this field is about to become even more rigorous and complicated.

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Speaking at the event were Colin Whittaker, Vice President of Payment System Risk for VISA Europe, who gave a perspective from a payments provider; Lawyer Tim Ryan, Partner at Clarke Willmott LLP; Matthew Tyler, CEO of UK Security, Risk and Compliance consultancy Blackfoot; and Frank Jennings, a lawyer ranked #1 for Technology and Media & Entertainment by the independent legal directory Legal 500 and Chairman of the UK Cloud Forum.

They were joined on stage at the Villa Marina by Justin Bellinger, Business Development Director of Cable & Wireless Communications who explained how Cable & Wireless Isle of Man and their Channel Island offices can assist for those businesses who have a requirement to host data outside of the UK, whether they be onisland, UK or even globally based.

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HSBC ISLE OF MAN STRENGTHENS ADVISORY TEAM HSBC has strengthened its team in the Isle of Man with the appointment of Julie Owen as a Retail Financial Advisor.

Julie joins the Bank’s team of expert advisors with a view to looking after the specific needs of personal customers in the Isle of Man. With the aim of making the banking experience as smooth as possible, Julie will be on hand to advise and assist local customers with a broad range of banking needs, including savings, investments and mortgages.

Julie has a background of over 16 years of industry experience on the island. Working at Skandia throughout this time, she began her career there in the international sales team and for the last four and half years worked as a Business Consultant, looking after Isle of Man-based Financial Advisers.

Originally from Swindon, Julie moved to the Isle of Man in 1996. She holds a QCF Level 4 diploma in Financial Planning and is close to attaining a Fellowship of the Personal Finance Society (PFS). Passionate about the merits of professional qualifications, in 2013 Julie will become the Education Officer for the local PFS. She looks forward to supporting fellow members and helping to raise the profile of the industry.

With one daughter, and Bella, the West Highland terrier puppy keeping her busy during her hours outside of the office, Julie finds time whenever she can to indulge in her other passions: traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, yoga and walking.

Ian Bush, Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management at HSBC Isle of Man, said: “I am delighted to welcome Julie as a key member of HSBC’s advisory team in the Isle of Man. She brings an exceptional amount of knowledge and experience to her new role. This will be integral to HSBC’s efforts to continue to offer a consistently high standard of service to all our personal customers right across the Island.”

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BARCLAYS WEALTH & INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF STEVE CLARKE AS DIRECTOR OF OFFSHORE AND LOCAL MARKETS

NEW HEADTEACHER FOR PEEL CLOTHWORKERS PRIMARY SCHOOL

THE Department of Education and Children is pleased to announce that Anna Jackson Barclays Wealth & Investment Management has been appointed headteacher of Peel is pleased to welcome Steve Clarke to its Clothworkers’ Primary School with effect senior management team as Director of from September 2013.

Offshore and Local Markets, based in the Isle of Man. Mrs Jackson succeeds Simon Jones, who has led the school for four years and who retires Steve takes up his new role at Barclays in the summer after 31 years in teaching, 23 following the retirement of Island Director of them as a headteacher.

Ian Hodgkinson in December, after a 40 year career with the organisation. He joins Manx raised and educated, Mrs Jackson from Lloyds where he has most recently graduated from Edge Hill University served as Area Director, Mid Markets for College with a specialist degree in primary the Thames Valley and South region. education. She started her teaching career at St Mary’s RC Primary School in Douglas and Prior to his time with Lloyds, Steve spent a then moved to Ballacottier Primary School, number of years with the RBS Group as well becoming its acting deputy headteacher as at Barclays where he gained experience after two years. Four years’ leadership and working as a Corporate Director in the UK management training prepared Mrs Jackson and a number of International locations for the next step in her career – that of including Botswana, Seychelles and South deputy head at Peel Clothworkers, a post she Africa. has successfully fulfilled for the past three and a half years.

In addition to his extensive experience, Steve also holds a range of qualifications Mrs Jackson’s personal interests include including a BSc (Hons) in Financial ballroom dancing, swimming, theatre and Services, a Port Graduate Diploma in restaurants. She enjoys family life in Peel Management and is an Associate of the with her husband and young daughter.

Chartered Institute of Bankers. He is also in the process of undertaking a Masters in Mrs Jackson said: ‘Peel is a marvellous place Banking Practice and Management. to live and work. I love the Manx culture and heritage of the community and have In his new role, Steve will be responsible thoroughly enjoyed Island teaching with for the personal client and corporate many excellent colleagues, great children businesses at Barclays Wealth & and supportive parents and governors.

Investment Management in the Isle of Man, understanding the needs of a broad range ‘Having taught at Clothworkers’ for the past of clients and creating opportunities to few years, I am delighted to be taking on the increase business and improve the service role of headteacher, building on strengths delivered. Steve’s remit will cover three and continuing to educate Peel’s youngsters main areas: intermediaries, corporates and in a tradition which dates back 400 years in personal banking. the city.’

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Lexus announces prices for new ‘IS’ Japanese car maker Lexus has announced pricing details for its new IS range ahead of its summer UK debut.

The line-up, unveiled at the North American International Motor Show in Detroit earlier this year, includes the first full-hybrid IS, the IS 300h, together with the 2.5-litre petrol-powered IS 250. Both versions feature rear-wheel drive and will be available with a further evolution of Lexus’s F Sport package.

The entry point to the new range will be the SE model, priced from £26,495 for the 2.5-litre IS 250, and £29,495 for the 2.5-litre full hybrid IS 300h. Standard specification for SE models includes 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, Dual-zone climate control air conditioning, eight airbags, HID headlamps with light sensing function plus DAB radio and Bluetooth connectivity.

Luxury-spec models will be priced from £27,995 for the IS 250, while F Sport and the range-topping Premier specification cars will be priced from £30,495 and £35,495 respectively. Order books are open now, with first UK deliveries expected from mid-July.

Stunning Nissan 370Z Nismo confirmed Hot on the heels of the Juke Nismo’s launch, Nissan has announced full details for the next Nismo car in its European line-up: the 370Z Nismo.

in 5.2 seconds on the way to a top speed high enough for almost anybody’s tastes.

Using Nismo’s extensive racing experience, the bodywork changes on this range-topping 370Z have been made purely for aerodynamic reasons, with the front end now creating zero lift for more stable high-speed cornering.

Its Nismo identity is defined at a glance by Nismo red pinstripe lines at the front, the rear and on the door mirrors. Unique dark grey Nismo superlight 19-inch forged alloy wheels with red brake calipers and wider high performance tyres are also fitted. At the rear a smart new spoiler adds the finishing visual touch while also improving aerodynamic performance.

The cabin design is now more driver-focused than ever. The steering wheel is finished in Alcantara and leather with a red raceinspired ‘top dead centre’ marker, as seen on the Juke Nismo. The sports seats are fully electric with special Nismo badging and red stitching. The finishing touch is a numbered Nismo plate bolted to the centre console.

Nissan claims that performance, braking and high-speed stability were all priorities in the Nismo variant’s development. To aid its braking, the high-performance brake lines and fluid were taken from the ballistic GT-R. A Nismo exhaust boosts the aural charm factor for bigger grins than ever.

Prices are yet to be confirmed, but are expected to be announced at the car’s unveiling at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

With an extra 16bhp and a whisker of extra torque, the 370Z Nismo is billed as ‘the ultimate Z’. Built as a coupe only and with a sixspeed manual gearbox, a lot has gone on under the skin to make sure that the Nismo version of one of Nissan’s flagship cars lives up to every claim.

It will have a unique state of tune and chassis setup to better suit European roads and ‘driving tastes’. Producing 339bhp and 274lb. ft from its 3.7-litre V6, it will pass 62mph from a standing start

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Mini is adding another model to its range in the shape of the Paceman, it will be available the Isle of Man from 16th March.

Designed as a coupé interpretation of the Countryman, four versions will be available including the Mini Cooper S Paceman which will have a 0-62mph of just 7.5 seconds. The seventh unique member of the family, it will sell alongside the Hatch, Clubman, Convertible, Countryman, Coupé and Roadster.

Built on the Countryman platform, bumper to bumper the car is 4,109 mm which makes it almost identical in size to its sibling. The coupe look includes longer doors, blacked-out window pillars with a choice of coloured roofs.

The horizontal arrangement of the rear lights, which accentuates the car’s width, is a first for Mini. The Paceman is the only member of the brand’s line-up to be identified by a rear nameplate.

Inside, two individual chairs provide generous levels of head, shoulder and knee room with outstanding comfort and support.

Armrests have been integrated into the rear trim.

The Paceman is a strict four-seater, though practicality has not been sacrificed. Folding down the rear seats expands the rear load-carrying capacity from 330 litres to a maximum of 1,080 litres.

Access is via a large and high-opening tailgate, offering extra practicality for owners.

Lowered sports suspension as standard will help provide customers with a sharper driving experience, though regular suspension and ride height are available as a no-cost option.

From launch, Paceman customers will have the choice of four powerful four-cylinder engines, two petrol and two diesel. All come with a six-speed manual gearbox, or the optional six-speed automatic with Steptronic function.

Changing the Pace.

The all-new mini paceman.

Coming soon to Buchanan.

Check out the new MINI Paceman. Visit Buchanan from 16 March or go to www.buchananmini.co.uk to find out more about the seventh model in the MINI range.

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Isle of Man Business Park, Cooil Road Braddan, Isle of Man IM2 2QZ 01624 673380 www.buchananmini.co.uk

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Official Fuel Economy Figures for the MINI Paceman Range: Urban 26.4-60.1 mpg (10.7-4.7 l/100km). Extra Urban 44.8-67.3 mpg (6.3-4.2 l/100km).

Combined 35.8-64.2 mpg (7.9-4.4 l/100km).

CO2 Emissions 184-115 g/km.

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PHONE HOME Swipe to the Future!

THERE’S NO DOUBT THAT THE BLACKBERRY Z10 IS A GREAT LEAP FORWARD FOR BLACKBERRY AND IT MAY WELL PROVE TO BE THE HANDSET THAT PUTS IT BACK WHERE IT ONCE WAS AMONG THE MAIN PLAYERS IN THE SMARTPHONE MARKET. With one swish of your finger, the BlackBerry Z10 lights up in your hand letting you into a phone that’s a true statement of intent from BlackBerry as they challenge the dominance of the iPhone and Samsung Galaxy SIII. The BlackBerry Z10 looks futuristically sleek, a smooth black handset uninterrupted by buttons because all commands are made on the touchscreen.

This smooth style isn’t limited to the look of the phone, it’s an integral part of the way it works. At the heart of the Z10 is the all new BlackBerry 10 Operating System. OS 10 has leaped ahead of its rivals and its BlackBerry predecessors with the ground-breaking “Flow” system which uses finger swipe commands to enable you to navigate between apps. No longer do you need to hit the back button, just a simple swipe to the left or right and you can ‘flow’ between tasks.

The Z10 is the first smartphone to use BlackBerry Hub, a neat system that means your daily communications such as emails, messages, calendar and so on, are just a single swipe away. The Hub makes it extremely easy to respond whilst you are using other apps and enables you to get back to the work you were doing without having to break your train of thought just to navigate your way around.

Naturally, the Z10 comes with the security capabilities that we have come to expect from BlackBerry, making it an easy choice for businesses. BlackBerry aficionados will be pleased to see that BlackBerry Messenger is still available and has even been enhanced with video capability.

The Z10 also has the media features that you’d expect from any smartphone as well as an 8 megapixel camera and easy access to the BlackBerry app store so you can build the handset you need.

YOU CAN CHECK OUT THE BLACKBERRY Z10 IN THE SURE STORE FROM EARLY MARCH, WHERE YOU’LL FIND IT COMES FREE WITH THE £46 PER MONTH SMART ULTIMATE PLAN (PRICE CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRINT BUT SUBJECT TO CHANGE).

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ULTRABOOKS

There is a new breed of computers on the block.

The PC makers are combining their laptop-building skills with touchscreen knowhow, and the result is: Ultrabook convertibles.

Stare-worthy hybrid - Sony Vaio Duo 11 - £849 It’s hard to put into words how gobsmacked we were with this beauty from Sony. It seems the firm has upped its game in the gadget arena of late. It’s a quick starter with a speedy Intel Core i7 processor and Windows 8, and it boasts a decent battery and full-on HD touchscreen, which is extremely responsive for all your games, apps and photo and video needs.

These devices are able to transform into a laptop when you need a hard keyboard as well as a tablet when you’re on the move.

Check out these 6 hybrids that fall into this new category of multitasking geniuses.

£849.00

Twist and shout - Lenovo ThinkPad Twist

Sleek and smart - Dell XPS 12

Designed to appeal to the business boffins, this convertible device is svelte with a screen that can rotate 180 degrees.

With 4GB of RAM and an Intel Core i5 processor, you’ll be up and running in moments - it’s a decent all-rounder.

£886.15

Powerhouse Asus UX32A-R3021H Ultrabook

With the latest Windows 8 operating system, you can combine the power of a PC with the functionality of a tablet to run your apps and spreadsheets with ease.

The slick flip-and-fold action of the screen takes it from a laptop to a tablet in one fluid motion. Your friends and colleagues are sure to be asking, “Where did you get that from?”

£979.00

This smart-looking computing system, with a 13.3in screen, boasts an impressive seven hours of battery life, which alone makes it worth every penny. The start-up time is admirable too. From power request to fully operational, it takes mere seconds.

And that’s what we want - no more waiting.

£792.00

Hard to beat - Asus Taichi Lightweight, sleek and chic-looking, this device is one of the best for speed, form and overall functionality. It’s Windows 8 ready and thanks to Asus Simple Show, you’re able to show off your photos, presentations and the like on the external screen while simultaneously controlling them on the internal display.

All-in-one PC - Toshiba Satellite Ultrabook 12.5in This is a perfect performer in the transformation stakes, moving from tablet to laptop in a rather swish sliding movement, but this hybrid’s performance in the computing stakes shouldn’t be forgotten too. It comes with pre-loaded software and packs a lot of storage to give you that PC experience while on the go.

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Home Entertainment Systems

Winners of Control4 Best UK Showroom 2012

CleerVu has witnessed their industry change dramatically over the years and it’s their aim to maintain the high standards required to keep ahead of the competition. They’re always looking to innovate with the latest technology that comes along whilst continuing to offer the core services that their reputation has been built on. One new area that CleerVu have developed is their Home Automation system.

You can find a demonstration at B&B Furniture where the latest CleerVu Smart Home showroom is presented. Smart Home installations are exactly that, and now they are becoming an affordable reality that you can have in your home. They incorporate everything from multi-room home entertainment systems, to automated lighting, blinds, curtains and heating, all controlled by one easy to use remote control.

CleerVu are the longest established aerial and satellite company on the Isle of Man, starting in 1973 they are celebrating their 40th year of business. CleerVu have gained a reputation for quality workmanship, coupled with a friendly reliable service.

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he team at CleerVu will listen carefully to what you require and design and install a bespoke system which works for your individual needs whether it’s a single room TV point or a large commercial solution.

As a long time digital installer they’re able to take you into the digital era of television viewing with all the expert advice that you need for new installations and maintenance works. They can help with any aspect of • • • • •

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If you are looking to set up your own TV/ Satellite system then CleerVu stock all you need from aerials & dishes to all manner of digi boxes & the accessories that go with them. They also supply and fit the latest TVs and offer many wall mounting options.

CleerVu are a dealer and installer of Control4, as their main automation system. Control4 is a leading innovator in residential and business automation systems, and recently announced the winners of its 2012 EMEA DealerDistributor Awards during an event at Panama Amsterdam on 30 January, 2013.

CleerVu were amongst the attendees and their journey was not left empty handed as the 2012 Best UK Showroom Region 2 went to none other than CleerVu (Isle of Man) for their Smart Home at B&B Furniture. A fantastic achievement for the team!

On display at B&B you’ll find, amongst other things, a Living room style set-up that converts into a Cinema Room and also a Boardroom / Meeting Room to demonstrate the benefits of automation in residential and business environments. Please feel free to call the team for further information or a demonstration.

If you would like a demonstration of the new Smart Home please call the team to arrange an appointment.

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The Control4 EMEA Dealer-Distributor Awards provide a powerful opportunity for us to honour our UK Dealers, EMEA Dealers and EMEA Distributor networks, whose innovation and eagerness to excel in the automation space are propelling Control4 forward,� said Jim Arnold, Senior Vice President of Sales for Control4. “These dealers and distributors go above and beyond in both sales and service, greatly enhancing the lives of our global customers.

2 Senna Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2HB Tel (01624) 623979 Fax (01624) 667879 Email sales@cleervu.com www.cleervu.com

With the popularity of High Definition ever increasing CleerVu, a HD Media Partner, can advise and install small or large scale HDMI distribution systems so you can enjoy High Definition pictures in as many rooms as you like.

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whether you are looking for a simple easy to use home cinema installa on, or a smart home solu on including all aspects of home automa on; hea ng, ligh ng and audio visual systems, we can make it happen!

contact us to arrange an appointment to visit our new demonstration facility at B&B Furniture

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Gallery gadgets

Go on, eat them all up - you know you want to... Nom nom!

Pancake party No, not the thin, cupboard essentials eliminating type often enjoyed on are often drowned in maple syrup, knobs of butter, cream, peanut butter - you know the drill, anything that is almost guaranteed to slash the productivity of your arteries in the lick of a spoon, and this contraption from US (where else?!) manufacturer ChefStack plops them out in a mere 45 seconds at a rate of 200 per hour.

If you’re planning a competitive eating contest in the near future then one of these is surely a pre-requisite but allow a couple of weeks for delivery from the other side of the pond and a few spare pennies to cover the whopping, yet almost entirely justifiable $3,500 price tag. www.chefstack.com

Dieting specs Believe it or not, and I’ve a feeling that like me you’ll be inclined to sway toward the ‘not’ end of the spectrum, scientists in Japan have developed special specs (not the ones pictured, incidentally) that magnify your food but not your hands in

you’ve actually eaten more than in reality than you have. Tests have backed this up, although I can’t help but think that those taking part probably had a genetic headstart on us Westerners.

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Here comes the science part If you’ve shaved your head and purchased a pair of novelty glasses recently this piece of kit might not look out of place in your kitchen.

Better than slicing bread...

Israeli designer Tal Zur has invented a clever device that takes the knife out of the bread-slicing equation.

It’s a ceramic and silicone device that you wrap around your loaf prior to baking, only to tug both ends (no, that’s not a bizarre sexual act) which slices the bread up for you. They’re called Hallah Handles and you don’t have to be of Jewish faith to enjoy them or appreciate her ingenuity.

Too lazy to slice your own bread? Rather concentrate

It’s a Heidolph VV Micro Rotary Evaporator and can be reappropriated to distill flavours from you to add flavour to dishes without altering the texture or look of the other ingredients.

It’s the kind of thing that you just know that Heston Blumenthal has one or two of, ticking over at The Fat Duck at all times. That mango and raspberry parfait? Think again - it’s actually Beef Wellington.

App of the month: Perfect Egg Timer - iPhone Boiling an egg isn’t always as easy as it sounds.

In steps My Perfect Egg Timer.

This is a simple app allowing you to key in the properties of your egg and assist you in your quest for perfection.

All you have to do is tell it what size the egg is, the temperature of it and the altitude of where you are - well, it all affects how an egg is cooked!

Then input how you like your egg and the countdown begins for how long you should cook it to achieve your ideal hard or soft yolk.

A very fancy egg timer indeed.

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We are told the one place in your home where it is better to be alone is the kitchen.

of the best kitchen assistants

Tidy Up - Click ‘N’ Cook Kitchen Set

Hang On - Griffin Adjustable Cabinet Mount (iPad) £54.95 from www.amazon.co.uk

£31.99 from www.firebox.com Keeping all your utensils in order while your pans are bubbling away is never easy. The solution we’re about to offer is stunningly simple. This set includes five separate utensil heads: a slotted spoon, mixer and three spatulas - and just one handle. Click the handle into the tool you require and you’re ready, steady, cook. It’s an easy-to-clean, space-saving device that just happens to look rather good, too.

Rolling Clover - Chef’n Garlic Zoom £6.50 from www.sainsburys.co.uk Use this device to chop multiple pieces of garlic cloves in a matter of moments while reminiscing over youthful days playing with toy cars. Just pop the cloves into the top door and roll this gadget to achieve perfectly chopped garlic, and keep your hands clean and odour-free. The more you roll, the finer the garlic becomes - how we ever managed without one, who knows?

Over The Top - Pizza Boss 3000 £10.99 from www.firebox.com Not only will this device make light work of slicing your pepperoni-topped pizza but it will also work on naan breads, pies and toasties. Fashioned in the style of a circular saw, the stainless steel blades will easily glide through doughy bases, and with a removable blade cover, you won’t have any problem cleaning off all that stringy cheese!

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Aimed at one of the most popular touchscreens on the market, fix this mount to the underside of your kitchen cabinet and it’ll hold your iPad securely while you follow an ebook recipe, watch footage from a TV streamer or play music. And when not in use, it will fold away to keep your kitchen clutter-free.

Into The Groove - SharpAct Knife Sharpener £8.99 from www.firebox.com Most of us give no thought to keeping our slicing implements in peak condition. Only when it is too late and we’re struggling to chop the carrots do we wish in hindsight for ownership of a sharpener. Inspired by an age-old magician’s trick, this one, with strong carbon steel groove, is not only practical but fun.

Very Handy - Pixel Hand Oven Gloves £13.99 from www.iwantoneofthose.com Harking back to the times of 1980s desktop PCs, these pixelated oven mitts aren’t just a practical solution but serve as a decorative item too.

It is time to clear your kitchen of floral-fashioned hand protectors and trade up to this pair post haste.

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Words | Jo Porrit

GREED AND THE INFORMATION AGE I’m standing in the queue in the Post Office.

A long queue. There are at least 8 people in front of me and I’m impatient, because I’m busy. So I take advantage of the fifteen minutes or so that I have to tick off more items on my ever growing To-Do List. By the time I reach the counter, I have sent five emails, two text messages, updated my business Facebook Page and Googled a recipe for dinner. Because this is my life; perpetually on the go, eternally switched on, constantly moving. All from my phone.

If you think about how technology has enabled us access to everything and everyone, you’d initially see the positive. It’s cool that I can get stuff done whilst waiting to pay my parking ticket, right? Well, yes... and no. Our constant need for connection and our expectation to have the answers to whatever we want at our fingertips, usually via the Mighty Google, is both productive and distracting. I’m the first to admit I will download new apps or sign up for the beta version of the latest social networks, in the quest to make my life faster, better, more streamlined. Now that we have these tools at our fingertips, we are afraid to miss out on what’s next.

And I am not alone. We are all doing it. Our greed for information has never before been so great. In the last 5 years accessibility to whatever we want, whenever we want, has grown at an exponential rate. In 2009, humans produced more data than the last 5,000 years. That makes my brain boggle.

And it continues. Twitter counts an average of 110 million tweets per day. Google declares over 1 billion search requests

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every 24 hours. Facebook reports users upload 250 million photos and click that oh so powerful “like” button 2.7 billion times, every day.

Imagine where this will take us in another 5 years? I know a few people that have reached saturation point, and have, quite literally, unplugged. They only use their phones to send and receive essential information, they do the majority of their work via their desktops and they have unsubscribed from every social network. But the one thing they cannot do without, is the ability to search, find and rely on the internet to give them answers to every day questions and problems. My children don’t go to the library to research and source information, they expect this knowledge to come to them.

We can disconnect to a certain extent, but do we really want to? We seek improved broadband connections, so that in our quest for data, we can get it faster. The impact this has had on society globally has, in the main, provided huge opportunity. Connecting through networks and the love of shared data has changed the way businesses and societies think, and by default, operate. We can achieve so much. There is a promise of greater to come.

But burnout and distraction from information overload are very real issues today, and learning to consume data wisely is vital if we are to continue to live balanced and productive lives. Your laptop, your phone and your iPad all have an off switch.

Use it somtimes.

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brother and sister in Business and on the track Thomas and Hannah Riley Representing Family business and the Isle of Man In athletic terms Thomas and Hannah are both babies of the sprint hurdling sport having only started in the summer of 2011. In only a short time they have achieved gold and silver medals at the 2011 Island Games and qualified for world and Olympic trials in 2011 and 2012.

Thomas has broken the IOM 60m hurdle indoor record twice, which had stood for 17 years. He is only 2 tenths away from breaking the 110m hurdle outdoor record which is one of the longest standing IOM records held for 29 years.

Hannah has broken the Island record twice.

This record was held for 16 years by Cheryl Done who went on to become an Olympian.

The Future Thomas’s Goals: Break the Manx 110m hurdle record Run sub 14 seconds Break into the top ten in Britain Run 14.5 seconds to qualify for Glasgow 2014 Compete at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow Hannah’s Goals: Compete at the Islands Games Bermuda 2013 To retain Gold and the 100m hurdle title Break into the top ten in Britain

Break the Island Games record which is held by Olympic Medallist Kelly Sotherton Run sub 14 seconds to qualify for Glasgow 2014 Compete at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Sponsorship Opportunities Thomas and Hannah have achieved so much already since the summer of 2011. The future is looking very promising for the talented brother and sister who work together at the family business - Riley’s Garden Centre.

Would you like the opportunity of sponsoring Hannah or Thomas helping them to achieve personal goals and in representing the Isle of Man in athletics?

If you would like to sponsor them with funding and or products then please get in touch ASAP. This is a unique opportunity to sponsor local talent breaking records on international tracks.

To discuss what you could do to help please get in touch with Thomas or Hannah directly.

Tel: 01624 616116 Email: tmeriley@me.com

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2014 Commonwealth Games Charlotte Atkinson – Swimming | Darren Bell – Cycling | Rachel Glover - Rifle shooting | Jake Keeling – Double trap clay shooting | Laura Kinley – Swimming | Neil Parsons - Olympic trap clay shooting | Lara Ward – Rifle shooting | Seven talented sports people have been selected for a programme to help them achieve their ambition of representing the Isle of Man at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The Glasgow 2014 Support Programme is run by the Isle of Man Sport Institute and allows competitors chosen by the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association to receive expert advice and support.

Here we take a quick look at one of the Athletes profile - Rachel Glover, shooter

Manx Telecom to sponsor End2End mountain bike race Manx Telecom is the new sponsor for the everpopular End2End mountain bike race, a three-year deal beginning with the 2013 event on September 8.

The race, which began in 1996, is now called the Manx Telecom End2End Mountain Bike Challenge but will be run on the same 46-mile Point of Ayre to Cregneash course as in recent years.

Glover aiming to be Island’s first female shooter to win Commonwealth medal Age: 32 Home town/village: Born and educated in Douglas now live and work in York.

Sport: Rifle shooting: 50m prone rifle, 50m three positions rifle, 10m air rifle.

Sports club: Easingwold Rifle Club, North Yorkshire.

Sporting achievements 2011 Island Games - Gold medals in 50m rifle prone, 50m rifle prone team (with Lara Ward), 100yds rifle prone, 100yds rifle prone team (with Lara Ward).

Bronze medal in 10m air rifle team (with Lara Ward).

Set Island Games records in 50m rifle prone (589 out of 600), and 50m rifle prone team (1164 out of 1200).

Achieved three Commonwealth Games qualifying standards in 2012 for 50m prone rifle (out of four matches shot): • 588/600 at the English Championships (3rd place) • 590/600 at the Cambridgeshire open [England selection match] (1st finish) • 591/600 at the British Championships (1st place) Competed at the Scottish Championships in 2012 and hit a score of 587/600 for a second place finish, but the qualifying standard is 588 so she only missed it by a point.

Target events for Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games

Entries to the Manx Telecom End2End Mountain Bike Challenge are limited to 1,700 and such is the popularity of the race it’s expected that all of the entries will be taken up within a week or so of entries opening on March 1. In 2012 all places were taken up in less than two weeks, so if you’re keen to take part you are advised to sign up as soon as entries open online at www.manxe2e.org

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The End2End has seen some epic battles in recent years, most notably the wheel to wheel duels between former Olympic mountain biker and four time winner Nick Craig, and Manxman Elliot Baxter who is a five times End2End winner and the reigning champion. But among the 1,700 competitors each year there are always stories of riders overcoming personal challenges just to complete the course. For many of them finishing the End2End, or maybe just making it to the start line, represents the culmination of a long struggle to overcome hardship, injury or illness - or to raise funds for a charity that is close to their heart. It’s a rider who falls into one of these categories who will win a prize being introduced by the new sponsors - The Manx Telecom Merit Award.

* Manx Telecom mobile customers receive a £5 discount on entry fees.

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DAN KNEEN One to Watch in 2013!

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n 2012 young Manxman Dan Kneen will probably be remembered by many for his spectacular crash in the first Supersport Race at the Isle of Mann TT. In 2013 Dan is hoping to change that and make the fans remember him for the right reasons, his race results.

Before his big crash in the second race of the TT week Dan had an impressive result in the first Superbike race finishing eleventh on a bike he had hardly ridden. Speaking to me about the race Dan said; “Well to be honest, everything was very last minute with that bike. I only got it built and finished just before that last practise session and I only got one lap on it. I had never ridden it before that so after only one lap in practise, the race was then just a way to see how we go basically. The suspension wasn’t adjusted or anything, we basically pulled it out of the box and rode it so to finish in eleventh and do a 126mph lap wasn’t bad considering. I think if we had a bit more time on it we would have been able to have a decent go at it but as it was I was only able to ride round and do what I could.”

you can’t really set up for the TT unless you’re actually riding it. There are very few circuits that are anything like the TT in the way of bike set up

Obviously everyone remembers Dan’s crash in the Supersport race, but before that he was having a great race battling with John McGuinness for fourth. Dan told me; “I was bouncing between fourth and fifth fighting with John McGuinness, I’m not sure what it was but we were struggling with a bit with speed on the Suzuki. We didn’t really have it at the top end, we had to try and punch it out of the corners onto the straights. It was the same kind of thing with the Superbike, we didn’t really have a lot of time on it and we weren’t able to try and bits and pieces on it. So I think I was pushing harder than I wanted to be pushing to get to where we were and that caused the crash, it was just one of them things really.”

Coming out of Governors Bridge during the Supersport race Dan hit a damp patch on the road, lost control of his Suzuki and hit a wall, something nobody wanted to see and no doubt it wasn’t what Dan wanted either. Talking to Dan about the crash he said; “I just remember coming out of Governors and I hit a bit of a damp patch on the left hand side of the track. I was using slightly more of the road to try and get a better run out of the corner but it just caught me out and that was that, and before I knew it the bike was ripped out of my hands and I was just a passenger really.”

Speaking about the injuries he sustained from the crash Dan said; “They let me out of the hospital after a couple of days and told me I had just squashed a few vertebra but then about a month later after I had another doctor, who was a specialist look at it he told me I had actually cracked four of them so I had to rest and just go from there.”

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“I think it was somewhere around six weeks before I was actually able to do much really.

I just had to take it steady because there’s no point trying to rush back with an injury like that. In the end you’ll probably damage yourself more so I didn’t rush it.”

Dan’s comeback meeting was at the Ulster Grand Prix in August where he picked up a very impressive two 8th place finishes and two 7th places, just two months after his crash at the TT. Dan said; “With the Ulster I was happy enough because I hadn’t ridden a bike from the TT and wasn’t able to set them up, change them or anything like that. We struggled a bit with set up at the TT so we just worked away at it throughout practice and tweaked a few bits and pieces for the races. We had some good races that week, we would have liked to have done a little better in some of them but after coming back from the crash it was good enough.”

With having a very impressive year despite his crash at the TT it was easy to see that Dan was well suited to the Suzuki’s and I was keen to find out what his plans were going into 2013, he told me; “This year I’ll be sticking with the Marks Bloom Racing team but I’m still trying to get some sponsors onboard because it can be a bit of a struggle with funds. Maybe this year we’ll have to cut back on some of the meetings and just do the main ones which would be a shame but unfortunately that’s just the way it’s been going recently.”

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The Year Ahead Dan will continue with Suzuki machinery for a second successive season. He hopes to take full advantage of the set-up mastered over the previous year. He will challenge for podium positions at the Isle of Man TT, NW200, UGP etc, and the British Championships. He will be competing on Superbike, Superstock and Supersport machinery.

2013 Sponsorship Opportunities Having already achieved so much, it’s time for Dan to become a regular podium finisher. To achieve his goals he needs additional funding and is therefore offering an exciting opportunity for you to join his already successful team. wanted to ask Dan what races he has plans to do in 2013 and if he would be sticking to the main three or taking in any other races throughout the year, he said; “Our plan was to do the British Championship but at the moment we might be a bit stuck so we might just do a few of them and we were thinking of doing a few of the National Irish Road Races but we’re still not sure yet. I’ve thought about it because we’re going to have to pick and choose the races this year and I was thinking of doing something a little bit different, it would nice to do it for a bit of a change so we’ll see what happens.”

With Dan being a Manxman I wanted to ask that if living on the Isle of Man helped him in any way to prepare for the TT and if it has helped him in learning the 37.7 mile long track, he told me; “I don’t know, I suppose it’s easier because the workshop’s here and stuff like that and you can’t really learn it driving around it compared to riding it. You can sort of work out what’s coming next and things like that but as for learning it properly you can only do that once a year and pick out a few new things. People say it can be a big advantage but it’s not really.”

With the Isle of Man being such a unique circuit I asked Dan how he and the Marks Bloom Racing team went about setting up for the TT and how they prepare for taking on “The Mountain Course”, he told me; “We do a bit of testing but the thing is you can’t really set up for the TT unless you’re actually because quality matters

riding it. There are very few circuits that are anything like the TT in the way of bike set up, the only one really would be the Ulster.

So hopefully the set up we used there can help me with the TT this year.”

Dan is definitely a rider to watch for in 2013 and has a very bright future ahead of him.

Having a very impressive Ulster Grand Prix and until his crash he was having a great TT, even with limited bike time so heading into 2013 I really wanted to know what Dan’s aspirations are, he said; “I would like to get on the podium at some of the big races, which would be nice. Especially with us being a smaller team and building the bikes ourselves it would be good. We’ll just take it one step at a time, some day I would love to win one obviously but if I was to get onto the podium it would be great for the confidence because I’ve missed out on it a few times like in 2011 in the wet race I was laying in third before it was red flagged and in a few more we’ve had breakdown’s and things but the guys have worked really hard so it would be good for them as well but it’ll come!”

As a leading rider, Dan will feature heavily across all media during the 2013 season. The National Superstock Championship (www. bristishsuperbike.com), The Isle of Man TT (www.iomtt.com), and countless other media platforms.

These include (www.bikesortnews. com) and (www.motorcyclenews. com).

This exciting high-speed sport has some of the largest spectator audience figures of any sport in the UK and across the world.

Your products and services will be endorsed with your company name and logo emblazed on all machinery, race transporter and team clothing.

Contact Dan directly and he will send you a 2013 full colour brochure with highlights of his career so far and additional sponsorship information.

Did you know? * Sponsorship is tax-free? * The first new sponsor to contact Dan will benefit from a FREE advert in Gallery magazine. contact Dan directly. tel: 07624 465976 email: kneenmachine@hotmail.com WEBSITES: www.dankneen.com www.marksbloomracing.com

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Erin Bike Hut the new and much talked about shop in Port Erin held its official open evening back in December. The opening was supported by many local and well known faces including MHK’s and Commissioners. Dot Tilbury, the much-loved face of local cycling did the honours of cutting the ribbon to mark the official opening.

The new shop stocks a wide range of mountain bikes, road bikes and hybrids offering a choice of bikes to suite from beginners through to expert riders.

The new shop is a welcomed addition in the South of the Island and has received great feedback from other local businesses and residents alike.

One well-known local face to pay the shop a visit is a man who knows about bikes, Steve Parrish, whom most of you would recognise from the BBC. The shop stocks a wide range of mountain bikes, road bikes and hybrids offering a choice of bikes to suite from beginners through to expert riders.

Brands in stock include two leading names in the mountain bike world Whyte and Marin, who have recently received great class-winning reviews in mountain bike magazines. Every Whyte bike is designed and tested in the UK. Whyte’s class-leading mud clearance, lifetime-warranted bearings and choice of UK proof components are just the tip of the ice-berg.

Erin Bike Hut also stock Wilier road bikes with a choice of the new 2013 range in store.

Wilier is a leading name on the road circuit and offer both carbon and alloy framed bikes with a choice of quality Shimano and Campagnolo components.

Also in stock are popular brand Ridgeback, offering a variety of quality individual bikes across the range. There is also a wide selection of children’s bikes, Slamm scooters, riding helmets clothing and accessories.

The team at Erin Bike Hut are also keen cyclists both on and off road with a wealth of experience, they can even advice on the best places to ride.

Erin Bike Hut official open evening Erin Bike Hut held its official open evening on 19th December and it was great to see it supported by many local and well known faces including local MHKs and Commissioners. Steve Franklin said: We were delighted to have the well known and much loved face of local cycling, Dot Tilbury in attendance to do the honours of cutting the ribbon to mark the official opening of the shop.

Erin Bike Hut stock a range of mountain bikes including brands Whyte and Marin, roads bikes by Wilier together with children’s bikes, slamm scooters and cycling accessories. We also offer servicing and maintenance.

Erin Bike Hut, 32 Church Road, Port Erin Tel: 835484 or find us on Facebook /ErinBikeHut

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