Globe August 2013 by globe magazine gibraltar

Nº 127 AUGUST 2013

CONTENTS 8

GOLD FOR MEDITERRANEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

MIDWEEK MADNESS AT IPANEMA

THE HONDA CR-V

GIBRALTAR’S GOT TALENT 2013

ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN

MONTY’S MUCH MORE THAN PIZZAGHETTI

ARTISTIC EYES

THE GIBRALTAR ARMS BEAR BQ

THE GIBRALTAR CLUBHOUSE HOLDS ITS FIRST SOCIAL WEEKEND

CREDITS

ROYAL BABY GEORGE

Front Cover Model: Jaylynn Cruz Cover Image by: Figgy Photography (www.figgyphotography.com) MUA: Nyree Chipolina 54001671 Lighting: Paul Perez Stylist: Charlene Figueras Clothes: Model’s Own Scarf (worn on head): Jane Langden

OUR BODY’S WARNING SIGNS

SUMMER OF LOVE

REACH THE REUNION CONCERT

ROONEY TOPS PREMIER LEAGUE RICH LIST

GIB DIVE FOR HEROES

FLAVOUR OF THE MONTH

THE BEST RECIPES OF OUR CUISINE

WHAT’S HAPPENING DOWN TOWN?

MISS GLAMOUR 2013

MINI MISS BEAUTY 2013

GALES ILUMINACION

THE GEDIME MOTORS TROPHY

GIBRALTAR COMMEMORATES THE 300TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TREATY OF UTRECHT

THE 8TH HARLEY DAVIDSON & CUSTOM BIKE RALLY

A MEMORABLE NIGHT FOR THE “CAFÉ SOCIETY”

1ST GIBRALTAR ANNUAL WINE FAIR

TEAM GIBRALTAR AT DANCE WORLD CUP

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Gold for the Mediterranean Rowing Championships This year there was a significant difference in the British Rowing Championships history. A split was made between the two primary championship categories; a wholly Junior event in July and another for the Seniors to be held in October. The Mediterranean Rowing Club participated in four different rowing and sculling categories at the British Junior Championships held during last weekend in Nottingham UK: The Junior Women’s 15 Double Sculls was held with an initial time trial over 1500meters. The fastest 12 boats entered the two semi finals and the remaining boats progressed into two minor finals C and D. MRC’s two girls, Jenella Lavagna and Ziane Fa, qualified and raced in the C final, finishing in first position in their final, therefore in 13th position overall. Also held over an initial time trial of 1500meters, the Junior Women’s 15 Single Scull, our female sculler, Kayleigh Barton only managed to get to the D Final. This proved to be a very tough category to race in but was nevertheless a very commendable result from Kayleigh.

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Junior Men’s 16 Double scullers Stefan Figueras and Christopher Cardona also raced in an initial time trial which gained them a place into the semi finals with an extremely good performance. Unfortunately the following day’s racing in the semi did not go as planned and they failed to make through to the A final. This event is always a hard and extremely competitive category where crews compete within the smallest of margins, just enough to see you through. Their B final was raced with far more assertiveness which landed the crew with a 12th overall position. The MRC’s success this year came from our Open Junior Coxless Pair, Colin Tester and

Jesse Borg, who managed a place direct into the A Finals by coming in first in their heat. In doing so they also managed to break the long standing record, held since 1997 by the Royal Shrewsbury Schools BC, beating that time by a full 2 seconds in a finishing time of 6min 59secs. The pressure was on them for the following day at the final but our juniors did not hesitate and went out to grab that Gold medal from the start. They stormed off and quickly took the lead in the first 500meters maintaining that dominant position until the end of the 2000m in another great time of 7:00min. This was a truly impressive performance by these oarsmen from the MRC who are now gearing towards representing Gibraltar at this year’s Junior World Rowing Championships to be held in Trakai Lithuania from 9 to 11 August 2013.

Midweek Madness at Ipanema Text by Joe Adambery

Ipanema Restaurant is Gibraltar's only Brazilian Churrascaria. Their renowned ‘Rodizio’menu is an £18.95 cover charge that allows you to indulge in a sumptuous hot and cold buffet with a variety of salads, Brazilian cuisine and traditional dishes and then sit down and eat as the delicious ‘Rodizio’ meats, that have been slightly seasoned and cooked to perfection on the barbeque, are carved at your table. The buffet and ‘Rodizio’ are unlimited so you can eat as much or as little as you want. It's easier said than done but the secret is eating really small portions so you can try lots of delicious food. So you’re not hungry but feeling peckish, why not indulge in an exotic cocktail; they serve ‘Caiprinha's’, which are the national Brazilian drink, ‘mojitos’, ‘Long Island’ ice teas and many more. They also have happy hour between 4-7 pm everyday, so a couple of them might help you work up an appetite for the tapas or a light snack menu. Imagine you have some small celebration coming up and you are offered a deal like this: All you can eat and all you can drink in two hours for £25 per person, is that not worth breaking diets and shallow promises for? That’s unlimited ‘Ro-

dizio’, wine, beer, soft drinks, spirits and mixes for a minimum party of fifteen persons. Enough encouragement there to first save yourself and then let yourself go just to feast like there’s no tomorrow. Ok, there is a caveat here- this feasting is only applicable from Sunday to Wednesday by prior reser-

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vation- but don’t let that stop you, four days is four days that’s plenty of time! Tea for two? Well check ‘Tapas for two’? Check, but tapas can be shared for more people and this is not just bits off the food counter; specially made ‘nachos’ or ‘vegetarian’ tapas,

or if preferred, a plate of ‘Rodizio’ meat taster at only £6.95 that’s one of each cut to make your mouth water and tempt you again and again. Tapas are only available between lunch and dinner service but then again, that’s the time when you’re bound to feel peckish and fancy tapas anyway. Mariana Breeze, the proprietor, was keen to point out that they’re already more than 50% booked on the key days around Christmas so party organizers please note. “We are already starting the fifth year of Ipanema so the regular party goers are booked already and by September, most of the main days around Christmas will be full.” On those all important party days, some companies like to bring their own DJs, but if needed and requested, the in –house DJ can be made available for the party. “I think that during Christmas people are coming to Ipanema because there is no need to pre-order” says Marianna, “because there is so much variety on the buffet, it’s really simple to feed a party, plus of course there is a special party atmosphere at the Ipanema.” Live music entertainment is currently available on Fridays from 5.30pm and Saturday evenings and as required by clients’ party needs- by prior arrangement, but one favou-

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rite that will not require prebooking will be the Sunday lunches which are going to be re-vamped to include more of the traditional roasts as from September. National Day bookings are

filling up the book as we speak, and the menu sounds delicious with salmon, shell on prawns, loads of different salads and all the traditional favourites on the hot buffet ...so a gentle reminder to book a table now before the

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rush, but as we Gibraltarians are famous for leaving things a little late, at Ipanema, they will always be ready to greet you with open arms if you promise to behave at the table – me, I only ever misbehave when I overeat, but then

that only ever happens at Ipanema, however from now on, I promise to eat less only if anyone is watching me! For bookings or reservations, phone Ipanema on (+350) 2164 8888

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The Honda CR-V The new, fourth generation builds on the success of its predecessors with even greater quality, practicality and refinement. The model that helped define the compact-SUV sector has been comprehensively redesigned for the European market For the first time in Europe, the CR-V is offered with a choice of both two- and four-wheel drive, while improvements to both the petrol and diesel engines have resulted in a significant reduction in CO2 emissions. The pursuit of the perfect balance between a car and an SUV influenced every element of the development process, including the exterior styling. The Honda CR-V has always been a car for every occasion. It can be both casual and formal, but the aesthetic always convey solidity and reliability.

The length and height of the car have been reduced by 5 mm and 30 mm respectively compared with the current model, without reducing the interior space. While the fourth generation model is instantly recognizable as a member of the CR-V family, it still manages to assert its own identity. The new model takes on a more aggressive and aerodynamic stance with deeper sculpting of the bodylines and a bolder nose section. The front bumperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smooth, flowing lines are joined by a horizontal three-bar grille and deep-set headlights. The lower front bumper is designed

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to convey SUV capability with a generous approach angle. The signature vertical rear brake lights, which have featured on every generation of Honda CR-V, remain but the fourth generation introduces a more three-dimensional style. The CR-Vâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s large wheels and bold wheel-arches further emphasize its dynamic presence and capability. The CR-V has been designed as a global car but the European model features a number of exterior refinements developed specifically for this market. A revised front bumper emphasizes its dynamic appeal,

while front LED daytime running lights and rear LED lights are other stylish additions. The position of the windscreen has been brought forward by 60 mm (measured from bottom of the windscreen) relative to the overall length of the car. As a result, the size of the engine compartment has been reduced. The repositioning of the windscreen and the new bonnet design provide a second benefit: the area of the nose of the car that cannot be seen from the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seat has been reduced to improve visibility and make the CR-V easier

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to manoeuvre. A 10 mm increase in both the steering wheel and seat height adjustments has also ensured that a broader range of drivers can achieve an ideal driving position.

ble seating position and increased headroom. A change in the design of the rear seats has also allowed Honda’s engineers to introduce easy fold-down 60/40 Split Rear Seats, which can be folded flat in one movement. At the pull of a handle, the CR-V can be transformed from a five-seater passenger car into a versatile load-lugger. The CR-V has always been one of the most efficient SUVs on the market and Honda’s engineers have worked tirelessly to hone every aspect of the fourth generation model. Improved aerodynamics and sophisticated electronics combine to achieve significant reductions in fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

The synergy between form and function has played a critical role in the development of every generation of the Honda CR-V and this latest model is no exception. The expansive glass area of the windows reveals the spaciousness of the cabin and with the rear seats folded flat, the boot capacity of the CR-V has grown; a keyless entry system and power tailgate (unique to the European specification CR-V) also provide enhanced practicality. The interior design concept for the Honda CR-V continues the manmaximum, machine-minimum philosophy. The influence of this thinking can be seen in the fascia design. By arranging the major functions in a series of layers, an ergonomically-efficient environment has been created that is very intuitive. The major controls have been further grouped according to their function, with a ‘driver interface zone’ behind the steering wheel and an ‘information interface zone’ in the centre of the cabin. The materials used within the CR-V have been carefully chosen for the European market. Care has also been taken to achieve a significant reduction in the engine and road noise entering the cabin. Sound insulation material has been applied to the floor-pan below the passenger compartment, while sound absorption material has been fitted to the rear door, rear wheel-arches, door frames, front bulkhead and bonnet. The doors also now feature a double seal. The net result is a 3dB reduction in cabin noise compared to the previous CR-V. This high quality ambience is fur-

The fourth generation of Honda’s compact crossover will be offered with three power-trains, including a 2.0-litre ‘i-VTEC’ petrol and a 2.2-litre ‘i-DTEC’ diesel that are carried over from the previous model, plus a brand-new 1.6-litre turbo diesel, which will be available as from the middle of 2013. For the first time in Europe, the CR-V will be available with front-wheel drive only versions in conjunction with the 2.0-litre petrol and 1.6-litre turbo diesel engines.

ther enhanced by an impressive range of equipment. In the cabin, attention focuses on the 5in “intelligent” ‘Multi-Information Display’ (i-MID), which controls the audio, telephone and navigation systems (where fitted). Also fitted as standard are Honda’s acclaimed ‘ECON’ mode, which helps to minimize fuel consumption and ‘Eco Assist system’, which advises drivers on how their driving style is impacting on fuel economy. In order to emphasize the feeling of space inside, the door casings have

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been sculpted to create a concave shape. This has also allowed the occupants of the front seats to be moved closer to the sides of the car, making it easier to step in and out. As a consequence, more space has been liberated between the seats for a centre console that houses three cup-holders, a storage compartment, an armrest and air vents for the rear seats. The hip point of the rear passenger seats has been lowered by 38 mm compared to the current model, resulting in a more comforta-

The CR-V features a revised version of Honda’s Real Times ‘AWD’ system in which the hydraulically activated “dual-pump” system of the third generation model has been replaced by an electronically activated system that is said to provide a faster response when a loss of traction is detected. In other words, the car sets off in 4WD, ‘relaxing’ to 2WD when the system detects it isn’t needed. Under the bonnet of the Honda CR-V, customers will find either a 2.0-litre ‘i-VTEC’ petrol engine or a 2.2-litre ‘i-DTEC diesel engine’. Both are developments of the en-

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with the ‘VSA’ and the ‘MA-EPS’ systems.

gines found in the third generation CR-V but both have been comprehensively redesigned with a focus on reducing CO2 emissions. ‘Idlestop’ technology has also been introduced on all models fitted with the six-speed manual gearbox. Improvements in fuel economy and a reduction of CO2 emissions in the new CR-V have been achieved without compromising driving pleasure. The power and torque outputs of the ‘i-DTEC’ engine remain at 150PS and 350 Nm respectively, but the CO2 emissions have fallen from 171 g/km to 149 g/km (12%) for the manual version, and from 195 g/km to 174 g/km for models equipped with the five-speed automatic transmission. The ‘i-DTEC’ engine is all-aluminium, transversely mounted, with 4-cylinders, ‘DOHC’, four valves per cylinder, a variable nozzle turbocharger, piezoelectric injection and a second order balancer shaft. A continuously variable swirl control valve, located in the intake manifold, provides fine control of the swirl ratio, to give the ideal combustion environment within the cylinders at all times. This helps to reduce noise levels and to produce a smoother performance. A standard particulate filter (DPF) and ‘Exhaust Gas Recirculation’ technology contribute to a reduction in NOx levels and further improvements in efficiency. The power output of the 2.0-litre ‘i-VTEC’ engine has risen from 150PS to 155PS. Despite this increase in performance, CO2 emissions have fallen from 192 g/km to 173 g/km for the manual version, and from 195 g/km to 175 g/km for the automatic. Customers opting for the twowheel drive version, only availa-

The CR-V is equipped with an ECON button as part of the Eco Assist™ system, which will adjust transmissions shift points and gently retard acceleration to improve fuel economy on the 2.0 litre i-VTEC models only. In addition, it alters the operation of the cruise control and the air conditioning systems. Eco-Assist can be switched on and off by the driver.

ble with a petrol engine, will see a further reduction in emissions to 168 g/km. The introduction of a front-wheel drive CR-V responds to changing market conditions. Across Europe, two-wheel drive models now account for 51% of the petrol-engined compact-SUV market according to a survey conducted in 2011. The Honda CR-V’s petrol engine uses Honda’s long-established ‘VTEC’ system, which is able to adjust the lift and opening duration of the valves. The system is complemented by ‘Variable Timing Control’ (VTC), which monitors the engine load and controls the phasing of the inlet camshaft; producing a remarkably broad and smooth power band. Based on input from a position sensor located at the rear end of the inlet camshaft, the engine’s ‘ECU’ varies the inlet camshaft position relative to that of the exhaust camshaft. In this way it can advance and retard the opening of the inlet valves. The next generation ‘Motion Adaptive’ electric power steering system (MA-EPS) has been refined

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to combine easy manoeuvrability with increased feedback and response at higher velocity. This sophisticated new system also works with the standard ‘Advanced Vehicle Stability Assist’ (VSA) system to detect instability in slippery road conditions and automatically initiates steering inputs that prompt the driver to steer in the correct direction. The ‘MA-EPS’ system also has efficiency benefits. It’s simple and compact and unlike a conventional hydraulic pump power steering system, it does not draw continuous power from the engine, helping to reduce fuel consumption. There’s also a range of electronic systems designed to make driving both easier and safer including ‘Hill Start Assist’ (HSA), which is standard across the range and stops the vehicle rolling backwards during hill starts. ‘Hill Descent Control’ (HDC) makes its debut on the CR-V and is available on automatic variants, it operates at up to 5 mph and helps the CR-V descend difficult terrain safely and consistently. These systems work in conjunction

Honda’s ‘Collision Mitigation Braking System’ (CMBS) is a radarbased autonomous emergency braking system. At speeds above 9 mph, moving and stationary vehicles are detected along a path 100m ahead of the vehicle. When the system senses that the car is likely to hit one of these obstacles, a three stage process is initiated. In the first, (typically around 3 seconds before impact), the driver is alerted by visual and audible warnings. In the second stage, when the system senses that a collision is still likely (typically some 2 seconds before impact), three sharp tugs are given on the seat belt and the car automatically starts to apply some braking. Finally, when a collision is unavoidable, ‘CMBS’ tightens the front seat occupants’ seatbelts, using reversible tensioners different from the pyrotechnic devices used during the collision itself, and applies a high level of braking force. This braking can be supplemented by the driver up to the maximum that the car is capable of. Honda estimates that if all cars were fitted with ‘CMBS’, between 200,000 and 250,000 accidents could be either prevented or their effects mitigated every year. The Honda CR-V can be viewed at Bassadone Motors, 42 Devil’s Tower Road, Tel: 200 79004, distributors in Gibraltar for Honda.

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Gibraltar’s Got Talent 2013 Ince’s Hall was the venue where eight acts took to the stage to perform their best to take ‘top prize.’ The Hall was almost full to capacity with relatives, friends and supporters egging their favourites on throughout the evening to give their all and become the winner...and one did!

Text by Richard Cartwright Photographs by Layla Mañasco

Eden Andrades gave a good performance as did Jonathan

Singers and singer/guitarists took most of the top prizes in this year’s show. Chloe Enriles came first, Daniel May came second (both singer/guitarists) and boy and girl duo, ‘Faithful Ashes’ (Faith Scrutton-White and Ashley Baglietto) came joint third with dance group, ‘Inferno’. Also on the night and worthy of mention, dancers Louise Gonzalez and 22 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

Lutwhyche with his acrobatic style of dance. Singer, Leeroy

Woodjetts gave us a very acceptable rendition of Queen’s ‘The Show must Go On.’ His performance showed he’d put some thought into what was expected of him and it was a good effort. Presenter, Keiron Lynch, who later sang with former ‘Gibraltar’s Got Talent’ prize winner, Saxby, shows promise as a presenter. He was assisted through the evening with first time presenter and 2013 Miss Gibraltar, Maroua Kharbouch, who slowly built

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up her confidence and really got into it as the night wore on...Well done Maroua! This was ‘IDEAL Productions’ 4th ‘GGT’ and the show started in true Britain’s Got Talent fashion by having the judges - singers ‘Sista Dee’ and Giles Ramirez, ‘Med Dance School’ director Nicole Montovio, beauty and fashion consultant Nadia Bear and choreographer Nathan Conroy - on a platform at the top of the stage, introduced and walking down to take their seats below the stage. That was followed by a choir made up of children from different sectors who sang, `Euphoria’ to start the show. The second half saw performances by last year’s winner, Chelsea Collins, Keiron feat Saxby, the Charity Group Single (The Script’s Hall of Fame, which may well be on sale by now) performed by all eight acts of the night which was well staged and went down a bomb with the audience and... I have to say, my favourite on the night was a group of noncompeting, very young dancers aged nine to eleven from The Med Dance School who performed tremendously well – facial expressions, synchronised movements – the lot! In a sentence, that was ‘Gibraltar’s Got Talent’... and well done ‘Med Dance’ Director, Nicole Montovio! It has to be said that the contestants, I’m sure, delivered their best on the night. The dance entries were quite good I thought but most of the singers could have been coached to improve on their performances. If ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ - and permission was 24 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

granted to use logo, music and judges entry format - is what we’re attempting to emulate then, we should follow as best we can - given our limited resources - to do the same. Songs need to be chosen to show the artist at their best and therefore need help in choosing the right number (as we’ve seen when Simon Cowell asks contestants to sing something else and they’re then chosen for the next round). Performers need to be instructed on how to give of their best on the night and have them realise that performing a song is not just to do with singing... Expressions are equally important whether bodily, facial or both... one of the show’s producers, Mark Andrades, informs me his team do take time out to instruct contestants on all of the above. Evidently, as I experienced on the night, it doesn’t seem to be working so maybe more time needs to be taken during coaching and producers need to be more assertive with aspiring contestants to make sure a reasonable standard is achieved on the night. Why am I writing all this??? Because I think, it’s important to point out what can be improved in our stage shows. The standard of performances locally of every kind has steadily been getting better and better in recent years. We all have to go through a learning curve, I know, but how bent is that curve. This was the fourth ‘Gibraltar’s Got Talent’ show being staged and it didn’t seem like it. There was a 15 minute late start (judges to blame, I’m told) sound problems and ‘mics’ being switched on or faded

up late; three, four and more second gaps between end of presenter’s introduction and music starting for the next performer. A wide gap in the back drop with acts waiting to come on, peeping through. All of these are fundamental flaws, which are not difficult to put right and should have been corrected by this ‘fourth GGT’. Producer Mark Andrades tells me resources are scarce, which I can understand produces limitations as to what can be achieved but hopefully, some of these failings will be addressed for future ‘GGT’ shows. My comments are not intended to, and cannot detract from the hard work put in by Rossana Ressa, her brother Angel, Denise, Mark and their teams. I appreciate what’s involved in putting on a show like this; the auditions, rehearsals, the setting up of the production and a million other things. Over 50 contestants came forward this year which shows there certainly is room for a talent show of this kind. It’s good to see so many youngsters having the courage to perform on stage in front of hundreds of people, who incidentally on the night, loved every minute. Added to that, those involved in the production of ‘GGT’ undertake a brave commitment on board year after year for no financial gain but for a well deserved charity, so you the producers have to be praised and applauded. I look forward to ‘Gibraltar’s Got Talent 5’ at Ince’s Hall where I predict, the bar will have been substantially raised! GLOBE MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 25

One Night in Dublin “I want the world to know that Nigel Palmer is a pianist/singer/songwriter and right now, there aren’t too many of those around. My belief is that my music, my songs and my voice identify me and that is the path I’m going to follow” Text by Joe Adambery Photography by ©oneshotBeary

Last year, local composer Nigel Palmer wrote a song for the ‘YouBloom’ Music Awards competition; his aim then was to win and after a long and hard PR battle, which involved him securing web support from the Rock and abroad, he managed to impress enough web listeners to vote him the winner. The song is called ‘Frequency’ and the handsome first prize of 10,000 Euros saw the GBC Open Day fund swell considerably. However, there was still a musical challenge to face and that was to present himself and his band in Dublin and play ‘live’ so that when the presentation of the coveted ‘You Bloom’ trophy was made to him by legendary record producer, Nigel Grainge recently at the festival, he could then show a distinguished gathering of fans, composers, producers and artists and repertoire people , that he had the musical chops to sing and play live and showcase ‘Frequency’ and ‘Little Song’ (another of his compositions) among a short set of five other songs in a bill topping finale concert. 26 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

For the show on June 29th, he got the able musical support of ‘Area 52’ Rock veterans, his older brother and bassist Guy, guitarist Steven McLaren and drummer Adrian Pozo. So they each hired instruments and paid their own way to support him and firmly plant the brand ‘Music from Gibraltar’ on Irish soil. Was it worth it and did it all go according to plan was the story angle for me but Nigel had plenty to say about the event. “The whole point of the trip was to be presented with the award at the ‘YouBloom@ Dublin Live’ event, which was a first, as other artists apart from winners were given the chance to expose their music on stage. Two days of conferencing and workshops at GLOBE MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 27

the College of Surgeons venue supported the event where primarily you could establish one to one contact with music industry professionals.” “The highlight of the conference for me was the ‘marketing your music module.’ No matter how talented you may be, without promo-

tion and marketing you get nowhere. They guided you through the process of setting up an artists’ website, uploading songs and marketing strategy etc. That was very useful to me to help get my songs out there” “I was very excited that Nigel Grange, whom I had met and chatted to at the conference, was due to present the main award because as an ‘A&R’ man, he had discovered, mentored and recorded legends like Thin Lizzy, The Boomtown Rats , Sinaed O’Connor and many others , so the prospect of him listening to our band live was a bonus for me. So, I first had Grange presenting me with the award and then our band performing at the ‘Grand Social’ venue, which is a proper live band setting.” “We had the backline amplification and drums all set up and the venue had proper 28 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

acoustics and that special warmth, it was the best venue of the festival, the entrance cost was only ten Euros and the capacity about a hundred upstairs where the sound stage was. Our set had an attendance of around sixty people not counting Nigel Grainge and the ‘YouBloom’ people. Later, I spoke to a guy from the festival, who said that we presented

couraged. It’s a thing, which will make my journey smoother from now on. I always say the same thing, the harder you try the luckier you get, and that for me always holds true. There was a well connected guy there called Mike Murphy, who said to me “Nigel hang in there because you are going to get noticed”.

the best act, with the most mature sound and not because we did the winning song but because we were possibly the best band of the night.”

“I would like to get noticed in the UK as I relate better to the UK market than the US one, but you never know. I want the world to know that Nigel Palmer is a pianist singer songwriter and right now there aren’t too many of those around. My belief is that my music, my songs and my voice identify me and that is the path I’m going to follow. Having said that, I wouldn’t like to start the whole process again, it’s very hard work and I guess that in my case, it has all paid off up to now anyway.”

“I suppose that being from Gibraltar, we already have an edge and we were mixing my balladeer poppy style with the Rocky edge of Area 52. From our rehearsals, it was already clear that we had a special sound. My style was transformed by the harder Rocky edge that my band gave it and considering that we all were playing hired instruments, it worked out pretty well.” “In summary, I would say that the exposure has allowed me to swap business cards with important music industry people, who otherwise I wouldn’t have met; I am going to use being the winner of ‘YouBloom’ as a passport and key, a thing which they en-

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Monty’s much more than Pizzaghetti! It’s possibly the most versatile bar restaurant on the Rock because it can do Italian really well and over the last two years, it has expanded the menu to cater for lovers of meat and fish. They serve all day breakfast, snacks, lunches with daily specials, a happy hour when all beers are cheaper and not just one brand, and then they have a ‘Raciones’ menu, which also offers half portions so you can taste more for less. So how is it that such a well kept secret is not yet a household name? Text by Joe Adambery

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and most definitely missing out, because even on a really hot day, ‘al fresco’ dining means just that. There’s a big difference in the shade provided by trees and shade from umbrellas, so give me Monty’s shade anytime, especially as I sipped my refreshing lime and lemonade and chatted to

the man behind the success, the amiable Derek Montegriffo ‘Monty’ about giving people what they want and getting a good reputation for it. “My clients used to come up to me and say ‘Derek why don’t you change the Piz-

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zaghetti name because it’s very limited, we think only of pizza and now there is so much more?’ Really that’s why I changed the name and when I did, the business doubled. I expanded the menu with Mediterranean cuisine and a variety of ‘Raciones’ and we changed the daily specials so they never get bored, and believe me they keep coming back again and again.” There are no parking problems here for the local clientele because they simply walk from Montagu Gardens (next door) or Harbour Views (a few hundred metres),

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Varyl Begg Estate (ditto) and recently the Mid Harbours Estate (down the road past the rowing clubs), and that thinks Derek, is a major factor, which along with the best ‘calamares’ in town and the leafiest shade makes this corner of Europort the place to be on a balmy summer’s evening. “Having this beautiful shade is not the same as being under a hot umbrella, this is ‘fresquito’. …. And remember that every day from 5pm, we have all our supplied beers at happy hour prices until 7pm so this is the place to unwind after work, if there’s

some sport worth watching, we also have a big TV screen outside to enjoy.” After work, parties and celebrations are important to all restaurants so I wondered how Monty’s cope with the demands that this places … a small catering establishment. …..“ I give the clients the menus so that they can choose and pre-order, so on the day, they can have a table with people eating any of those different dishes side by side. We are very versatile, pizzas, ‘raciones’, pastas, meats and fish. This is what we do best. Upstairs, we can sit

around thirty but outside we can double that.” Well, when can your office or family celebration take place there I wonder? In order, to keep their Italian tradition alive and the pizza ovens working, Monty’s do take away pizzas at 20% discount from the menu price, but if you want to pick up the order yourself you get a 30% discount on your take-away, now- can anybody beat that for value? This is where

they score and I am assured by the man himself that his repeat customers keep growing and are keen to explore the extensive menu that this lovely restaurant at the leafy corner of ‘Europort’ has on offer daily. Monty’s, as I said at the beginning, is much more than ‘Pizzaghetti’ and it beckons you to discover it now before the summer is over. For bookings and reservations, phone Monty’s on 200 63868

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Gibraltar Arms Bear - B - Q A fund raising Help for Heroes Bear B Q was recently held at the Gibraltar Arms coinciding with a number of similar events taking place across the UK. The local event raised £217 for the charity.

The war in Afghanistan may be nearly over, but for those who have suffered life-changing injuries, their battles are just beginning. We will not let them fight these battles alone!

The Gibraltar Arms has adopted ‘H4H’ as their charity of the year and will be making a donation for every hot drink sold right through until the end of June 2014.

Andy Hunter from Lord Nelson Ltd thanked Lavazza Italian coffee, Fastafood Ltd and also Lewis Stagnetto Ltd, who are all assisting us in our fund raising efforts towards a target of £2,000.

The ‘H4H’ mission is to deliver an enduring national network of support for our wounded and their families. They will inspire and enable those, who have made sacrifices on our behalf, to achieve their full potential.

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The next special event will be a Gibraltar themed quiz night on Tuesday 24th September from 8pm. You can enter teams now by e-mail ah@lordnelson.gi

The Gibraltar ClubHouse holds its First Social Weekend

The Gibraltar Clubhouse Project held its first Social Weekend at the Europa Retreat Centre from 27th to 28th July 2013. Up until now, The Gibraltar Clubhouse Project has been conducting its work ordered days and social outings but this is the first time that members have had a social event, which included an overnight stay. The weekend was very successful and it gave members a chance to enjoy each other’s company, in very tranquil surroundings and play games including chess, scrabble, ludo, cards, ‘Rumikub’ and even ‘Petanque’. On the second day, there was also a Clubhouse Presentation showing Clubhouses from all over the world which gave the members a greater insight and information on Clubhouses and an opportunity to discuss on how we can progress in Gibraltar. One of the members’ described her experience as follows: “I have

enjoyed myself a lot and have had a lovely time. The members of the Clubhouse are wonderful people and the Staff, Emily & Tania have lots of patience with us. I have never had such a good time with so much fun and laughter. I hope we will repeat this sometime in the near future” Caroline. The Organizers would like to thank John Rodriguez & Staff of the Europa Retreat Centre for making us feel so welcome. Maggie & Joseph Hosken with their wealth of experience at the Retreat Centre; they were a great help to us as well as Denise, Martin, Susan and Corinne. We would also like to thank ‘GibMaroc’ for their donation of Fruit & vegetables and Lewis Stagnetto Ltd for their discount on our bottles of water and Fruit Juices. For Further information on the Gibraltar Clubhouse Project, please write to P O Box 878, Gibraltar or e-mail info@clubhousegibraltar.com Tel 54015662. Donations always welcome. GLOBE MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 39

‘Royal Baby George’

The legacy of the Royal Georges The infant Prince George of Cambridge is the latest in a long line of Royal Georges, with his six ruling namesakes leaving a colourful legacy, which has defined the modern monarchy The name George has a humble meaning, farmer or earth worker, but it has a grand and long history in the British Monarchy. Prince William and Kate Middleton have announced the name of their son, a little over two days after he was born. He has been named George Alexander Louis, and will be known as His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge.

the official record of the British monarchy, he was known for his “family tensions”, including the imprisonment of his own wife in1694, and a difficult relationship with his son, George. He died in 1727 during a visit to Hanover. George II

George I

King George I, the eldest son of the Duke of Brunswick-Lüne-

burg, was born in 1660 and inherited the throne from Queen Anne in 1714, becoming the first Hanoverian king of Great Britain. He spoke very little English, preferring to converse

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in German and French, and regularly visited Hanover to fulfil other duties. He was left reliant on his ministers, with the Whigs dominating Parliament through his reign. According to

The son of George I was created Prince of Wales in 1714 and inherited the throne in 1727. He had nine children and is best known for being the last British sovereign to fight alongside his

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own soldiers, seeing active service in Germany in the 1743 Battle of Dettingen against the French. George II took little interest in politics in his latter years, but under his reign British influence expanded in the colonies. He died on October 25th 1760. His eldest son, Frederick, died before him in 1751, leaving his grandson to inherit the throne.

A father of 15 children, some historians believe his instability was caused by a hereditary physical disorder called ‘porphyria’. He died at Windsor Castle in January 1820, after a reign of almost 60 years.

day. His coronation cost 24 times that of his father’s. He spent his last years at Windsor, dying aged 67 in 1830 after a 10-year reign. George V

George IV George VI, the Queen’s father, became King in 1936 unexpectedly following the abdication of his brother Edward VIII.

George III

George IV, the son of George III, became Prince Regent in 1811 as his father became ill. He inherited the throne in 1820. George III was born on June 4th 1738, and succeeded his grandfather in 1760, becoming the first Hanoverian monarch to be born in Britain and have English as a first language. He is perhaps the best remembered of the Georges, being nicknamed ‘Mad King’ George after losing his sanity in his latter years. He is also remembered for losing the American colonies. Official literature from the Palace states his popular legacy is “far from the whole truth”.

George VI

He had a colourful personal life, illegally marrying the Roman Catholic Maria Fitzherbert in secret, before an official marriage and attempted divorce from Princess Caroline of Brunswick in 1795. He collected the art at the heart of the royal collection and built the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. The Palace also recognised him for his contribution to the “ceremonial side of the monarchy”, after he embraced much of the pageantry that continues to the modern

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George V, the first king of the house of Windsor, ascended to the throne in 1910 upon the death of Edward VII, amid constitutional crisis over the House of Lords. Known for his reign during the First World War, he visited injured servicemen and later adopted the family name of Windsor due to antiGerman sentiments towards ‘Saxe-Coburg-Gotha’. He helped to negotiate during the 1926 ‘General Strike’ and 1916 ‘Easter Rising’, and started the annual Christmas broadcast in 1932. He died in 1936, shortly after his Silver Jubilee, succeeded by his son Edward.

Latterly remembered for his stammer, he reigned during the Second World War and remained in Buckingham Palace, visiting bombed-out areas of London with his wife, Queen Elizabeth. He instituted the George Cross and George Medal, for acts of bravery by citizens, and visited troops in France, Italy and North Africa. In 1947, he became the first monarch to go on tour with his family, visiting South Africa with the young Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret. Suffering poor health in his later years, he died in his sleep in February 1952 at Sandringham aged 56. He was portrayed by Colin Firth in the Oscar-winning 2010 film ‘The King’s Speech’.

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Our Body’s Warning Signs Our bodies are quick to warn us if we are suffering from an illness or are lacking in a certain vitamin or mineral These warning signs are often very subtle, and we should all be on the look out for any changes in our body. Here are just some of the little things to watch out for.

dicated face scrub to remove the top layer of skin, allowing the cysts to simply fall out. Ask your pharmacist for details and to make sure you get the right treatment for you. You can also consult specialist beauticians, who may offer a treatment that can help.

Ridged nails Take a close look at your fingernails and toenails - they tell you a lot about your general health. Any change in appearance or texture can indicate vitamin or mineral deficiencies. More specifically, ridged nails have been linked with a lack of zinc, which plays an important role in many bodily functions including healing wounds and keeping skin healthy. White spots on the nails, meanwhile, are believed to indicate insufficient levels of calcium - essential for healthy bones and teeth. TAKE ACTION: Zinc and calcium are lost through faeces, urine, hair and shed skin. Some good sources of zinc include turkey, chicken, crab, kidney beans, chickpeas, yoghurt, brown rice and wholemeal bread. Calcium-rich foods include milk, yoghurt, cheese, broccoli, tofu and peanuts. Thinning hair If you’ve noticed yourself going

Chicken skin

a bit thin on top or clumps of hair coming away in your hand, you could be suffering from stress. Severe mental stress due to an upsetting event in your life or excessive pressure at work can often manifest itself as hair loss or worsen an existing hereditary hair loss condition. TAKE ACTION: You need to tackle the root cause of your hair loss: stress. The first thing you should do is talk to someone, preferably an experienced counsellor. Taking regular exercise, improving your diet and sleeping more have also been shown to alleviate stress. You also need to start thinking positively and not focus too much on work.

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White spots round the eyes You often see people with small, pearly white spots that - usually - appear around the eyes. These are known as milia, cysts that are most commonly seen on people with dry skin conditions. Milia are not harmful but do make people paranoid about their skin. The exact cause of milia is unknown, but it is thought it could be due to bad diet or even the use of particularly harsh skin products on the face. TAKE ACTION: Don’t pick or burst them! This could leave you with a scar or cause an infection. You can use a me-

Ever had those unpleasant patches of red bumps on the back of your upper arms? You are not alone: it is estimated that 50% of people have suffered from these pimples at some point in their lives. The condition is known as keratosis pilaris (KP), or ‘chicken skin’, and it can also appear on your thighs, legs and buttocks. KP is a harmless but unsightly hereditary condition, which usually get worse in winter when the skin dries out. TAKE ACTION: There is no definitive cure for KP, though exfoliating and moisturising the affected area frequently and taking tepid showers rather than hot baths can help. Ask your pharmacist for more details. Discoloured tongue Your tongue should be moist and clear, but if it is dry and discoloured you are probably

suffering from dehydration. You should also check the colour of your urine (the clearer it is the more hydrated you are) and pinch the skin on the back of your hand. If it is slow to spring back, you could be dehydrated. TAKE ACTION: Drink plenty! Our bodies need water to carry out essential bodily functions, but we lose it easily: half a litre is lost every day to breathing

alone. You should be drinking around 1.8 litres of water a day (6-8 glasses). Cold hands and feet If your hands and feet feel cold or have lost sensation, you could be suffering from poor circulation. Other symptoms include varicose veins, chest and leg pains and deteriorating vision. Poor circulation mainly affects people over 50, heavy smokers or drinkers and the overweight.

TAKE ACTION: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all rather obvious: smokers should cut down their nicotine intake immediately as this reduces the circulation of blood in the skin. Heavy drinkers should stop consuming alcohol and the overweight should lose some weight. Keep going to the loo? If you find yourself needing to

urinate more often than usual, you should get yourself checked out by your doctor. Going to the loo all the time (especially at night) could mean you are one of the one million people in the UK with undiagnosed diabetes. TAKE ACTION: Diabetes is easily managed, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s essential you are diagnosed before you suffer any permanent damage. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about tests to see if you suffer from the condition.

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Summer of Love Sultry sun, decadent drinks, long, lazy days. Summer is the hottest season of the year, and not just because of the weather! It’s almost as if the rules don’t apply during these months – everyone’s up for a little extra fun in the summer But don’t let the prospect of a summer romance stress you out if your body’s not quite ‘bikini buff ’ because Summer isn’t a look, it’s an attitude! Summer is lifting up your sunglasses to wink at a stranger. It’s singing your favorite song at the top of your lungs, just to make your crush laugh. It’s inviting a cute workplace friend for an impromptu picnic on the lawn, because it’s just too nice outside to stay cooped up. Summer is about finding a thousand different ways to flirt, without even trying. Show off! Summer heat is the ultimate excuse to show some skin. Ladies, ditch the jeans and tshirts and slip into a sexy denim skirt and tank top. Guys, forget about khakis and sneakers and go for comfy cargo shorts and flip-flops instead. Cool, casual clothes send a message that you’re laid-back and ready to go wherever the warm weather takes you. Another perk of summer - You can wear bright colors without looking like a castoff from ‘That 70’s Show’. Not only are bold colours more eye-catching, they also create an air of fun and excitement around you. Take a fashion cue from the vibrant colours of the season – blues from the sky and the sea, sunny oranges and yellows – and your summer tan will really pop! 46 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

Summer’s also the time to let your hair loose. Women can try out a shorter style or become a believable blonde by adding a few extra golden highlights. Men should still stay away from “frosting their tips” (way too 90’s!), but can still show off a summer vibe by letting hair grow a little longer than usual – or if they’re really bold, shaving it all off for a sleek summer style. Be connected Once you’re feeling ‘summer sexy’, it’s time to zero in on your target. Set up a situation in which you and your ‘crush’ will both feel comfortable, but also allows for some serious flirting. Nothing breaks the ice better than beer and burgers. Pick a sunny weekend and bust out the barbeque grill for your friends

and neighbours. Keep an eye on the object of your affection by assigning them a “job” like manning the keg or flipping the steaks – and of course, staying after the other guests leave to help you clean up! You can also gather the gang and head to the woods for a bonfire or co-ed camping trip. A group setting is less intimidating for you and your ‘crush’, but still provides plenty of ‘one-on-one’ time. When the stars come out, so do your opportunities for flirting. Be sure to brush up on your astronomy in advance so that you’re prepared to offer up a private lesson in stargazing!

ces but it’s not just a great place to meet a ‘crush’ – it’s also the ultimate summer date location. The sand is a comfy couch for chatting, the wind makes wonderful music for dancing, and the water’s a perfect place to share your first kiss. Taking a date to see a sports game can be the perfect way to spend a summer night. Unlike movies (which grant you no time to talk) and dinner dates (which give you way too much time to talk), sporting events offer the perfect balance of conversation and diversion. And what’s sexier than a celebratory kiss after a home team win?

Stage it

Flirting

‘Flirting’ is a coy dance that leaves the other person wondering what you’re thinking; a date, on the other hand, should send a clear signal. You don’t necessarily have to make a move – just arrange a date that makes it clear you’re interested in more than just friendship.

The key to summer flirting? Have fun! If you’re killing yourself trying to think of the perfect pick-up line or plan the World’s Most Romantic Date, you’re missing the point. Summer is about feeling the wind in your hair, the sun on your back, and the sand in your toes. Summer romance is just sharing all of those moments with someone cool!

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Reach The Reunion Text by Justine Fava-Cartwright Photographs by Mark Galliano

I wanted to write something different. Something you have not read or heard yet about REACH. Hard considering they did such a jolly good job of taking it upon themselves to promote the reunion that I am sure there is little left that you don’t already know. I do have a few little things I can let you in on but first let’s summarise the night in question.... The chosen venue was the ‘Retrenchment Block’ at Lathbury Barracks. It was surprisingly cold for a July evening with a nip in the air but that didn’t hinder the great family atmosphere and tangible anticipation in the air too, as the crowds slowly moved up towards the stage for what was promising to be a major ‘fix’ in local talent. First up and supporting REACH was ‘The

Noiz’ and personally, I cannot wait to see what Jesse McLaren does with his career when he jet’s off to University this September. This young man literally has the world at his itchy feet and I am sure he is going to move musical mountains abroad. Jesse is front man to ‘The Noiz’ and along with his talented band mates, all of them fine up and coming musicians, they set about warming up the crowd nicely with a selection of self penned songs and original material. Their energy on stage was contagious and they did a great job paving the way for veterans REACH. Bands playing original material is something I feel strongly should be a must in Gibraltar and we have to break the mould. We should leave ‘covers’ to ‘cover bands’, which have their place but let’s please insist those musicians, who are more than capable of writing their own material and

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do so, are given their rightful place on stage to play their songs as any band would do touring the pubs and clubs in the United Kingdom, for example. How else will their music be known to us if we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give them their chance to shine? And this reunion was proof that playing your own material makes its mark and is still unforgettable. So on to the main act...REACH is officially a four piece band formed some 12 years ago. The original band members are Giles Ramirez, Stephen McLaren, Michael Martinez and Francis

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Pecino, which of course you know. They extended the line up for tour purposes and for this reunion with Trevor Guilliano and Adrian Pisarello. We were treated to a brief documentary just before the band graced the stage, consisting of a collage of photographs and footage depicting the history of the band and how the whole idea came together. This was projected on the Retrenchment Block walls and when the crowds turned back to the stage the band were there and ready to blow us away. There followed their whole repertoire from the Album and some songs that were lined up for a second unreleased

album. The level of musicianship, delivery and professionalism from this band reminded everyone in a heartbeat why they had been missed so sorely. They may be older, balder (excuse the play on words) and wiser, but that did not make their performance any less impacting. If anything the words ‘seasoned musicians’ came to mind. These guys hadn’t got rusty in any way shape or form; they had got better, tighter and sounded incredible. Over 30 years of amalgamated work and 7 months of intense rehearsals show that practice and talent makes perfect and they didn’t fall short of just that. Half way through their repertoire, the band played an acoustic set and then moved on to more of their most popular songs. The crowd still remembered the familiar tunes and lyrics and sang on command for front man, Giles Ramirez throughout the night. Moments like that I am sure, none of them will forget, as it is proof their music has stood the test of time and it seems, will live on. Chanted back on stage at the end of the gig, they

closed with the great “Sigo Sin Dormir”, a song everyone in the crowd had been waiting for and it was with everyone singing along to those well known words that the curtain came down on REACH – The Reunion. I started by saying I would love to tell you a few things you didn’t know about REACH, well here goes.... Did you know that backstage Steven McLaren joined his son Jesse in aerobic exercise? I found them jumping away arms in the air with their back turned whilst they psyched themselves up for the gig! Did you know the loudest cheers on the night were for Francis Pecino, who dons the new nick name...‘The Silver Fox’? He brought a coach of 50 fans over from Spain to support the band! Did you know Michael Martinez plays a bass with no frets? No mean feat and an art in itself. I don’t however know how well he actually plays

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paddle though (the racket he replaced his bass guitar with)! Did you know Giles Ramirez swears by lozenges called ‘Vocal Zone’ and a tot of whisky before hitting the stage? How else do you think he keeps those vocal cords tuned up and have such a brilliant vocal range? So there you go. The much awaited reunion over, enjoyed and settled into a warm place in our memories. Let’s hope its not forever....Thanks guys for a fabulous evening and a trip down memory lane. Can you take us on another one??

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Rooney tops Premier League Rich List All they do is lounge about during the week and kick a ball for an hour and a half on a Saturday afternoon. And they get how much?

While many in the United Kingdom and Europe in general continue to struggle with the effects of a recession, noisy discussions will be raging red-hot today over the worth of a footballer. Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney sits pretty at the summit of the Sunday Times Sport Rich List having amassed a personal fortune of £51 million. At the tender age of 27, the former Everton star is now the richest player in the Premier League. It’s an increase of £5m from last year and together with wife Colleen, the Rooney’s are worth £64 million. Son Kai can probably play with his toys today with not too many concerns about his piggybank! Who says players have all the power these days? Rooney earned £17m more than his manager Sir Alex Ferguson over the last 12 months. How many people can say they earn more than their boss? Rooney and United team-mate Rio Ferdinand are two of 24 current Premier League players among the 100 wealthiest sportsmen in Great Britain and Ireland, with Michael Owen (£38m) third among the Premier League players, ahead of Ryan Giggs and Frank Lampard (both £34m). These boys though are earning peanuts compared to one boy, who once strutted his stuff at

‘Becks’ clan is rated at £200m. That puts them 11th on the World Sport Rich List headed by Tiger Woods (£570m). There are two other footballers in the top 20 - Barcelona’s Lionel Messi (£125m) and Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo (£120m). The Rich List is based on identifiable wealth, including land, property, other assets such as art and racehorses, or significant shares in publicly quoted companies and excludes bank accounts. Watch out folks. One man on the rise is Robin van Persie. The Manchester United and Dutch forward is a new entry and shares 22nd spot in the Premier League list with a mere £12m! I suggest you head down to your local gallery or racing stable and open your wallet Robin. Then your team-mate Rooney and his missus might have something to worry about!

Old Trafford and who retired at the end of 2012/13 season dazzling the catwalks as ‘Le Prince du Paris’. David Beckham pocketed a cool £165m

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Gib Dive for Heroes Jumping out of plane from 15,000 feet is scary to say the least; some people would even argue it is an act of insanity combined with a self inflicted death wish. When Janice Zarb organised this massive group Sky dive she had one very good reason to jump out of an airplane into the unknown - that reason being to raise as much money as possible for the ‘Help for Heroes’ Foundation. wanted to contribute but found they couldn’t so by giving them this medium, they too can now show their support and solidarity without even being in Gibraltar”, explains Janice.

Text by Jemma Rocca

‘Help for Heroes’ is a well known, much respected and established charity dedicated to help and support those brave men and women, who have risked their lives for their country. The ‘Help for Heroes’ foundation’s main focus is to provide support for injured troops ranging from financial assistance to a long term support network. A charity close to home, ‘Skydive’ organiser, Janice Zarb, chose ‘Help for Heroes’ as her charity of choice after experiencing life in an army home. Janice has had family serve in the army and her partner Charissa’s father is currently serving and based in Gibraltar. Since meeting her family and many other families also stationed in Gibraltar, she felt it only right to jump on board and support the troops. “I knew wanted to skydive again after my last fall out of an airplane. I also knew I wanted it to be for a charity; those were the only two things I was sure of, after discussing my ideas over dinner with my partner and her mother” commented Janice, “Help for Heroes came up in conversation as a suitable charity and without thinking twice about it, we took up the challenge from there.” Janice set out in contacting the charity event hosts and booked Sky Dive Seville for the 6th of

October. “The Charity branch was extremely helpful right away and the response from the public has been huge, more than I had anticipated”, enthused Janice. “The fact that so many people are actually willing to jump out of an airplane conveys to me how much we, as a community, care for this cause.” As mentioned earlier, since the ‘Help for Heroes’ foundation’s main focus is in providing support for injured troops ranging from financial assistance to a long term support network, Janice is determined to raise as much money as she possibly can through this ‘Gib Dive for He-

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roes’. With over 30 people joining the group for this Sky dive, each skydiver has been asked to raise a minimum of £260 in order to reach the target of £6,500 set by Janice and her sky diving crew. So with all thirty spaces now taken, the fund raising begins! . Jancie has encouraged Divers to join a website called: https:// www.justgiving.com/teams/GibDive4Heroes where each person can create a charity profile which would allow people form all over the world to be able to donate online, “Just Giving was an idea that came about after UK relatives, as well as, friends and relatives from all over the Globe

With the use of ‘Facebook’ in order to keep Gibraltar up-todate with ‘Gib Dive for Heroes’ and with total funds raised, Janice and her sky Dive crew are reaping the benefits of social media and fund raising online. With their target almost met and with two full months still to go before the jump, Janice has sort out the help and support from local businesses in order to hold events to raise even more funds. The charity’s first fund raising event was a quiz night held at the brand new hip and modern, ‘KiKi Lounge’ in Ocean Village. This event took place on the 6th of August was a huge success. However, don’t worry if you missed out on their first event as Janice wont stop there - she has planned a whole summer of fun events like cocktail night’s, game nights, poker nights and much, much more! You too can get involved or donate by liking the page ‘Push your Limits’ a charity events group to check out and find out when their next event is. Janice wishes to thank everyone involved from her partner, Charissa and her family to the sponsors ‘Kiki Lounge’, Sky Dive Seville and of course, the ‘Gib Dive for Heroes’ skydivers!

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The Best Recipes of our Cuisine

Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken

Sugar Crusted Lamb

HOW TO MAKE IT:

plate. Spread the cutlets with mustard,

SERVES: 4

1. Get Mixing: In a large microwavea-

SERVES: 2 (Easily Doubled)

scatter with rosemary leaves, then roll

PREPARATION: 20 MINS.

ble dish, mix the ketchup, vinegar, sugar

PREPARATION: 20 MINS.

in the sugar..

INGREDIENTS:

and garlic thoroughly with the chicken,

INGREDIENTS:

2. Slice the Potato Then Grill: Drizzle

9 tbsp tomato ketchup

onion and peppers. Microwave, unco-

4 lamb cutlets, 350g total weight

a little olive oil over a non-stick baking

3 tbsp malt vinegar

vered, on High for 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 minutes until

2 tbsp demerara sugar

sheet or tray. Slice the potato as thinly as

4 tbsp dark muscovado sugar

the chicken is starting to cook and the

1 rounded tbsp Dijon or English mustard

you can, pat dry on a paper towel, then

2 garlic cloves, crushed

sauce is sizzling.

Leaves from a sprig of rosemary

scatter slices over the baking sheet in a

4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, cut into

2. Finish It Off: Stir in the pineapple

Drizzle of olive oil

single layer. Drizzle with a little more

chunks

pieces and sugar snap peas and return

1 medium baking potato, no need to peel

olive oil, then grind over some black

1 small onion, roughly chopped

to the microwave for another 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 mi-

2 red peppers, seeded and cut into chunks

nutes until the chicken is completely

HOW TO MAKE IT:

semary leaves. Lay the lamb cutlets on

227g can pineapple pieces in juice, drained

cooked. Leave to stand for a few minu-

1. Coat The Lamb: Preheat the grill to

top, then grill for 10 minutes, without

100g sugar snap peas, roughly sliced

tes , then stir in the cashews, if using,

high. Meanwhile, season the lamb with

turning, until the lamb and potatoes are

Handful salted, roasted cashew nuts, optional

and serve.

salt and pepper. Sprinkle the sugar on a

cooked and golden.

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What’s happening down town?

Former Melon Diesel Bassman, Guy Palmer, Tucks Into A Hefty Seafood diet at La Mamela

Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo, Is handed His Very Own Personal Copy Of The Treaty Of Utrecht!

Monty’s Mamen & Loli

Jason And Fiancee, Shyrene At The Square Cafe

The ‘Old Guard’ & Hierarchy Of The Gibraltar Motorcycle Club - Emilio, Enrique & Chris

Reach The Reunion?? So That’s What It Was All About!!

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Ronnie Chilling Out With A Drink At Ipanema

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Miss Glamour 2013

Text by Justine Fava-Cartwright Photographs by B Magazine & Ulookfierce.com

Already a year has passed since I sat to watch Miss Glamour 2012 and witness the crowning of the beautiful Cora Ramirez. It seems hard to believe I find myself yet again at the Alameda Gardens awaiting the start of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pageant and I wonder just how time flies. Packed out as usual, the au-

dience wait in anticipation of the start of the show. If there is one thing a Gibraltarian audience does well, it is to support their friends and family members in large and loyal numbers. Tonight was no different as seven lovely young ladies, ages ranging between 15 and 20, were to shortly take to the stage. The show, hosted by the ever dependable Andy Coombe started ten minutes shy of the expected time and with a strikingly simple dance routine by last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winner, Cora Rami-

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rez and her two princesses, as they paved the way for the first glimpse of the girls in deep blue leggings and floral crop tops. Andy filled us in on a little of the history of the pageant. Starting back in 2003 in the Catholic Community Centre, the show, produced by Glamour Creations, was in to its 26th production. It is the brain child of founder and producer, Bianca Chiara Zammit, who shares the work load with husband, Brian. Bianca has an extensive back-

ground in pageantry and ample experience, so her girls are drilled and coached to a standard Bianca is well acquainted with. And it is clear to see the girls she coaches adore her. Judges for the show were Christian Santos, Jason Barcelo, Warren Vasallo and Gillaine Alman, familiar names that move in the world of pageantry, photography and fashion. The show remains in the fail proof format that we know

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from Bianca. The girls show themselves off to their best in four different categories; Miss Catwalk, Miss Bikini, Miss Vogue and Miss Elegant. This gives each of the girl’s a chance to shine within her strength of category on the night. I did feel, however, that the girls could have better used the creative licence given to them to make the most of their own style and personality through their choices of attire for the Miss Vogue section. They seemed to get stuck around the choice of shorts in the main with only one contestant pushing the boundaries a little with her 60’s style bell bottom white lace trousers, crop top and a large brimmed hat reminiscent of

the famous model Twiggy from way back when. Between each segment, we were entertained by the ever faithful Urban Dance and their leader Yalta Pons. All her age groups had a chance to take part in a variety of energetic dance sequences throughout the night. We were to say it mildly, blown away by three local female vocalists too, starting with the formidable Corrine Cooper, who, it has to be said, was impressive with her powerful vocals, delivery and spectacular riffs. Second on was Hannah Mifsud and she was perhaps the one of the three that got my curiosity going as there is a tone to her voice I felt I wanted

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to hear more of. And then there was young Tiffany Ferrary.... you would think angelic until she opened her lungs and sang with a strength you will rarely find of a girl that age! If you have never heard any of these young ladies sing, I suggest you go online to the official web page for ‘Voice in a Million’ and vote our girls in to the competition! They finished off as a mind blowing trio bringing the house down with their rendition of the rocky hit ‘Alone’ by 80’s band Heart. A full and packed show with beautiful and well rehearsed girls, lots of great entertainment and all set in the delights of a summer’s evening at the

Alameda Gardens. My only suggestion, if I may as a spectator, is that the show should be shorter as 2 ½ hours is a tad too long but other than that, role on ‘Miss Glamour 2014’ and very well done to Bianca and Brian from Glamour Creations, the contestants and everyone, who took part and a special congratulations to this year’s worthy winner Tessa Britto.

Winners Miss Glamour 2013 Tessa Britto 1st Princess Layla Asquez 2nd Princess Geraldine Victory

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Mini Miss Beauty 2013 Photographs by Dominique Martinez-Lopez (www.gibraltarfocus.com)

The very first ‘Mini Miss Beauty’ was staged at the Inces Hall on the 6th July 2013. After many months of rehearsals and lots of fun daytrip outings, the girls, aged between 9 and 12 years, impressed the audience with an extremely enjoyable show. The young ladies took to the stage, decorated for the occasion with a giant crown and pink butterflies courtesy of Rocio Cabreras; obvious choice for a girls’ pageant, you may think, but it was a unanimous choice! The whole show was full of fun and loads of energy. The Girls paraded in casual wear, party wear and some spectacular costumes in the culture section representing

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Mini Miss Beauty 2013

countries of the girls’ choice, a clear favourite section of the show. In the opening number and presentation of contestants, baby pink T-shirts were worn, which displayed the sponsor’s name, without whom the show would not have been at all possible so we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the girls and their sponsors: Ayshar Bossano sponsored by De Sally Emma Figueras sponsored by Netgear Gisella Ignacio sponsored by Mavala Zaihara Avellano sponsored by Nature Shop

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1st Princess

2nd Princess

Gianelle Hanglin sponsored by Ouahabi butchers

Skyanne Pratts sponsored by Village Inn

Kristina Mercieca sponsored by College Europa

Shalim Martinez sponsored by Paul Auto Respray

Alesha Oca単a sponsored by Eden Botanics

Adrianna Parody sponsored by Parody Kiosk

Janelle Porro sponsored by Sorek Services

Jadye Victory sponsored by Anglo Hispano

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night. By virtue of their coaching, their participation in such an event helps these girls to boost their confidence and self-esteem within a healthy, fun-loving, competitive element.

The Winners

However, as in all beauty pageants, three main prizes were handed out on the night. 2nd princess went to Nian Guilling; 1st princess went to Ayshar Bossano and Sianne Pilkington Maskill was crowned ‘Mini Miss Beauty 2013’ The organisers expressed their gratitude to all those who helped to make the show such a success! Janelle Pacheco sponsored by Itek Ltd

Jenaika Ballester sponsored by Baker Tilly

Eighteen beautiful girls took part in total and enjoyed daytrips to the Dolphin Safari, Ice Skating, Pizza Hut and even ice cream from Mama Lulu’s Kiosk. It was indeed lovely to enjoy every rehearsal and every outing and to see the fun aspect given to the pageant, which was extended to all the rehearsals and social gatherings arranged including a ‘photoshoot’ at the Alameda Gardens.

Amy Gomez sponsored by Bedam Contractors

At the show, first time compere, the lovely Lesley Posso

Niah Guilling sponsored by La Patissere Melanie Vilerio sponsored by Gibraltarfocus Sianne Pilkington Maskill sponsored by Noize Gib

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presented the evening’s proceedings which included live entertainment from two solo singers, Hannah Duo and Aoutif Ghabroui and dance routines from Urban Dance Group and the Gibraltar Rockkettes, who delighted the audience; ….. A big thank you to all of them for delighting us with their talent! The sole purpose of staging a pageant for this age-range is to enable us to celebrate the beauty that exists within every girl; hence eighteen prizes were presented on the

Compere - L. Posso

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Gales Iluminación Where Value for Money and Excellent Customer Service is of the Essence When times are hard, ‘best prices’ is what to look out for...Gales Iluminacion are 100% mindful of the fact and go out of their way to offer you just that, excellent prices, value for money and unrivalled customer assistance... Text by Richard Cartwright

It’s not uncommon to visit many a department store where one to one assistance is not always forthcoming. On many occasions, a point of the finger is all you get from the store assistant when requiring information – not so at Gales Iluminacion where directing you to the right section of the store to find what you’re looking for and helping you decide what you need is most important to the staff there, “Yes, we consider that to be vital, when you are in a big store like ours with thousands of items on display and you’re not sure, which way to go,” owner Pedro Duarte is ea82 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

ger to point out, “in some cases you may not even have a clear idea in your mind about what you’re looking for. The fact that we care and are aware of that obliges us to help. We’re pretty much a family concern in this store so that too compels us to assist and make sure our potential customers go away happy.” New to the firm, son-in-law Alvaro Pecino concurs. 29 year-old Alvaro has only been at the store for a few months and is full of ideas for the business, not least telling me about the fabulous offers running at the moment... On display, there’s an incredible selection of table lamps and ceiling lamps in all colours, shapes and sizes and other items wearing the yellow

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‘star’ price tags. Many of the items are slashed by 50%!! “As you can see, from the last time you were here, we have a regular turnover of stock and some of it needs to give way for new items arriving from our distributors and there are some very good offers set out here at the entrance to the store, which are easy to find. Offers are changing once a month,”

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Alvaro tells me. In fact, the store is full of all sorts of lighting products ranging from children’s bedroom lamps, kitchen lights, strip lights, tiffany and mother of pearl lamps, chandeliers and other ceiling lights, standing lamps, desk, reading and bedroom lamps, garden and ‘outside’ lamps and lanterns, oh, and ‘tactile’ lamps, Philips lamps and a varied selec-

tion of LED bulbs. At Gales Iluminacion, they also advise and provide lighting for offices and other commercial concerns... “In fact, we do a lot for offices, shops and other businesses whom we are keen to assist with their lighting requirements,” Alvaro says, “we are very eager to explain to them the importance of installing LED lighting in their premises. Electricity con-

sumption can be down by 80% by having LED installed. In an office where four or five lights are on the ceiling, two LED bulbs will do the job more efficiently, giving more light and cutting bills drastically. Changing to LED in the home is also advisable, it’s like going from cassette to CD...It’s the future!” And there’s so much more on offer at Gales Iluminacion. Summer is here and at the store, you’ll also find a great selection of overhead fans by Westinghouse and other brands, there are items of furniture, mirrors, pictures and a lot more on show in this big store. Gales is easy to find just off the roundabout at Poligono 2 - just 300 metres from Poligono 3 (opposite Carrefour in Palmones)...Boss man Pedro, reminded me he has many customers from the Rock coming to the store, as well as, from Morocco and the surrounding ‘Campo’ area and the aim is to attract a wider clientele with, despite these hard times, more spending power... “That’s why we’re on Facebook and have our own website,” Alvaro says, “and we’re very close to introducing internet shopping where you’ll be able to shop from your settee or armchair from our vast catalogue of goods... that will be coming soon!”

than aware of the fact, “Oh yes,” Pedro exclaims, “we are very mindful of that and that’s why our prices are excellent. They’re the best in the area and we can beat them every time!” Soon, Pedro will be off on one of his trips to a trade fare across the globe Milan, Hong Kong or Valencia, while Alvaro continues to visit offices and other businesses promoting his LED ideas and beginning to put into action his plans to make Gales Iluminacion better and more accessible to a wider clientele. And the girls... they will keep on ensuring your shopping experience at Gales, is second to none... So, you may want to pay them a visit!

Gales Iluminacion has been an established business in the area now for many years and Pedro, newcomer ‘full of fresh ideas’ Alvaro and the rest of the ‘family’ staff certainly know their business and with the economy at an all time low, buying a bedside lamp or replacing overhead lighting may not be a priority for many right now, that is why competition in the area is tough and Gales are more

For more information, do not hesitate to telephone Gales Iluminacion on 0034 956 678 643, log onto their website on: www.galesiluminacion.com

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The Gedime Motors Trophy 14th July 2013

Med Golfers recently took part in The Gedime Motors Trophy at ‘El Paraisos’. The 36 members met on the 14th July at El Paraiso only a short drive away from Gibraltar. Conditions were great, with no wind to speak of and a course in good condition. Scores were good but as all Med Golfers know we keep tight control of our handicaps and there were no outrageous scores this time, the handicap axe was only sharpened a little.

The Gedime Motors Trophy winner was Jonathan Rix with a great 41 points. Jon took the honours for his first Med Golf win. Jon won the trophy, 2 green fees on the San Roque Old Course and a very nice Mercedes Benz pen. The longest drive competition was won by Geoff Slade, it was enormous! Our best gross score on the par 3s was Roger Griffiths with a level par score. Our best pair was our winner Jon and his partner Chris Hill who between them managed 80 points, outrageous! The boys won the usual Med Golf balls as well as a Mercedes Benz cap and a signed shirt by Louis Hamilton. Our handicap category prizes were won as follows: Category 1 (0-12) Roger Griffiths’37 points was not quite enough to beat Chris Watkins’37 to the Cat 1 win, Chris taking it on the same score but lower handicap. Category 2 (13-22) Geoff Slade came second in Cat 2 with his 38 points, with Steve Cary taking the win on the same score. Good to have you back Steve after a

We’d be delighted if you’d join our group for up-to-date news and contribute to on-going golfing discussions. We created the page to enable members and visitors to discuss anything about golf, give feedback on courses they have played, offer tips to others they have come across and much more. You can find us on Facebook simply by searching for ‘Med Golf ’ or visit our website and navigate from there. Player Rankings

short absence. Category 3 (23 and above) unlike cat 1 and 2, cat 3 had a clear winner, Chris Hill with a fine 39 points beat Iqbal Dharamsi into second spot with 36. Well done to all our winners! The nearest the pin winners were Roger Griffiths, Rodney Sheriff, John Hunter and David MacGregor. Russell Blessett took the nearest in 2 prize. Everyone has some scope for a little improvement and our ‘Rabbit’ prize of a golf lesson went to Joe Plunkett. Our best senior this time was our winner Jon Rix. Our newcomer this week, David MacGregor, had the best gross score with a magnificent 7 over par 78. John Hunter also scored 78 but has a slightly lower handicap so David takes it. Our winner of the litre bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label, kindly donated each month by Saccone and Speed, was our new lady member Wendy Alsop.

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Our ‘worth a mention’ slot this time goes to David Liu. There were a rather large aquatic birds wandering around holes 6, 7 and 8 and while standing over a putt of at least 60 feet on the 8th green we could all see one of them approaching David from behind! He pulled the trigger on his putt in time to avoid a nip on the backside and the ball looked nowhere other than in the cup from many feet away; a great putt with perfect weight, nice one David.

The 10 qualifiers for the Events. gi Med Golf Masters on San Roque Old Course on 7th September 2013 look like this. You must play a minimum of 5 rounds to qualify; those above the line have already done so. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

36.0 35.0 34.8 34.2 34.0 34.0 33.8 33.6 33.6 33.6

Watkins Chris Olivera Johann UP1 Hunter Javi DOWN 1 Slade Geoff UP10 Blessett Russell UP1 Hill Chris UP11 Harvey Mike Warren Chris DOWN 4 To Denny DOWN 4 Sheriff Rodney DOWN 2

More news from Med Golf

Keep up the efforts guys, all can change in the final ranking event,

You can enter events in this current season, the next one being at Estepona on 4th August, through our website at www. medgolfsecure.com and click on the ‘events page’. Alternatively email Paul at paul@medgolfsecure.com.

For more details on our full schedule and the benefits of joining Med Golf for just £59 per year (or take advantage of our 2 for the price of 1 offer which is valid until summer when you and a golfing buddy join together), please visit www.medgolfgroup. com or contact Paul Appleyard on Spain mobile 0034627331712 or by e-mail at paul@medgolfsecure.com

Med Golf has its own Facebook page where you can see photos from the competition day.

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Gibraltar commemorates the 300th Anniversary of the Treaty of Utrecht Photographs by Dominique Martinez-Lopez (www.gibraltarfocus.com)

Saturday 13th July last was the 300th Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Utrecht by which Spain ceded Gibraltar to the United Kingdom on 13th July 1713 as part of the conditions by which the Spanish War of Succession was brought to an end.

appropriate moment to revise a little history and remember the current situation regarding Gibraltar, the last colony in Europe! The position of Gibraltar guarding the entrance to the Mediterranean is unrivalled, and has for many years been fought over by Spain, France and Britain, all claiming possession.

Among the activities organised to commemorate the anniversary was an all-day event at John Mackintosh Square and the Garrison Library, where copies of the frontispiece of the original treaty were created using a printing press of the time when it was signed. The same press will now be commissioned into service in the Gibraltar Museum every day until 23rd July, where it will be in operation in the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s normal opening hours, creating souvenirs for locals and tourists alike.

Gibraltar had been taken by Anglo-Dutch forces in 1704 during the War of the Spanish Succession and by the terms of article X of the Treaty of Utrecht signed nine years later, was handed over to British sovereignty. The treaty, which refers to the cession in perpetuity by Spain to the British Crown of Gibraltar in 1713 under Article X of the agreement, put an end to the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714) with King Philip V of Bourbon established on the Spanish throne and Gibraltar formally ceded to Britain. It stated:

An adjacent stand offered information for those hoping to gain a better understanding of the historical context in which the document was drawn up and signed, and of its consequences, and this is perhaps an

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Catholic King does hereby, for himself, his heirs and successors, yield to the Crown of Great Britain the full and entire propriety of the town and castle of Gibraltar, together with the port, fortifications, and forts

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thereunto belonging; and he gives up the said propriety to be held and enjoyed absolutely with all manner of right for ever, without any exception or impediment whatsoever’ Other provisions of the treaty included the cessation of Menorca to Britain although it was later handed back to the Spanish Crown in 1802. However, Spain has never stopped laying claim to Gibraltar over the centuries since. As Spain waited for an opportunity to retake the Rock, sieges became a common occurrence for Gibraltar during the eighteenth century. Spain made various abortive attempts in recapturing Gibraltar but the Rock remained in British hands. However, the intransigence regarding Gibraltar has led to diplomatic crises since 1940 when the Franco regime commenced its claims to Gibraltar with a series of restrictive measures, which culminated in the border closure in 1969. It has continued after the ‘PSOE’ government of Felipe Gonzalez re-opened the Spanish gates in 1982 but petty squabbling has continued ever since. The facts are clear to see. Spain wants Gibraltar back ‘Lock, Stock and Barrel’ or should we say ‘Lock, Stock and Rock’. It lost it in the War of the Spanish Succession, one of those incomprehensible wars of the 18th Century and willingly ceded it to Great Britain under the terms of article X of the Treaty of Utrecht. Spain argues that Britain could easily hand sovereignty back.

The Treaty of Utrecht of 1713 says that if Britain gives up Gibraltar, it has to offer it first to Spain. “And in case it shall hereafter seem meet to the Crown of Great Britain to grant, sell or by any means to alienate there from the propriety of the said town of Gibraltar, it is hereby agreed and concluded that the preference of having the sale shall always be given to the Crown of Spain before any others.” However, Britain argues that it will not exercise that right because it has given a commitment in the 1969 Gibraltar Constitution: “Her Majesty’s Government will never enter into arrangements under which the people of Gibraltar would pass under the sovereignty of another state against their freely and democratically expressed wishes.” However, fast-forward to 2013 and the Government of Gibraltar considers that the Treaty of Utrecht is hopelessly out of date and it should not be used three hundred years after its signature as a means to deny Gibraltarians their right to selfdetermination and decolonisation, terms which did not even exist at the time! This is one of the reasons why the Government of Gibraltar chose not to ‘celebrate’ the tercentenary of the signing of the treaty but to ‘commemorate’ instead a historical occurrence. Furthermore, it is a wellknown fact that many aspects of the treaty are repugnant, to say the least, in today’s day and age. This includes the provision in article X that certain races or categories of people cannot reGLOBE MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 89

side within the city walls – referring to Jews and Moors. There are more which are not relevant to this article. The reversion clause is also a source of considerable controversy. On analysis, the reality is that Spain cannot have it both ways. If the treaty is still applicable today,

then Gibraltar is British for perpetuity and the reversion clause is irrelevant. If, however, the treaty is not applicable, then Gibraltar is British by right of conquest and the people of Gibraltar have the same right to self-determination as any other self-governing territory.

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As Gibraltar’s Deputy Chief Minister, Dr Joseph Garcia so aptly put it, “The fundamental democratic right of a people to decide their own future, the right to self-determination is now an overriding principle of international law. The days of absolute monarchies in Europe that ruled by ‘Divine Right’ ended many,

many years ago. Today, people come first!” This and many other issues relating to the Treaty of Utrecht will be discussed at length by a panel of international historians and experts in a symposium, which the Gibraltar Government is organising next October.

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The 8th Harley Davidson and Custom Bike Annual Rally at Casemates Square

The 8TH Harley Davidson and Custom Bike Annual Rally was held on Saturday 3rd August at Casemates Square. The event, which was organised by the Gibraltar Motorcycle Club and sponsored by Jack Daniels courtesy of Saccone & Speed (Gibraltar) Ltd, was well attended with bikers convening on Gibraltar from the four corners of the Iberian Peninsula; with some even coming

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from further afield. The Rally was officially opened by the Minister for Culture, the Hon Stephen Linares and Miss Gibraltar 2013, Maroua Kharbouch. Musical entertainment was provided by local blues band, ‘Strange Brew’, who gave an excellent account of themselves performing part of their extensive blues

repertoire including popular renditions of Gary Moore’s ‘Still Got The Blues’ and Peter Green’s ‘Green Manalichi’ to name but a few. Some of the committee members of the new motorcycle club, ‘Death Row’, were also introduced to the bikers at the event. After the event, the bikers went for a tour of Gibraltar followed by an after-party.

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Memorable Night at the “Café Society”

And the crowd called out for more Text by Henry Valerga

Sotogrande had never seen the likes of it before. A very special eighth edition of the “Café Society”, a concept based on the New York ‘Folk Club’ scene of the 1960’s and which is now well established in the area thanks to its founder, Denis Valerga and the artistes that support him, proved a huge success yet again, when it was staged recently at the flowerscented, open-air setting of ‘Plaza Mar y Sol’.

hits into an exhibition of pure artistic expression. Incredibly, these eternal melodies have been recorded by a myriad of top international artists and sold in excess of a staggering 380 million recorded units worldwide.

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For those lucky enough to have witnessed the spectacle; seated comfortably at their tables and barely a few feet away from him, the experience was simply astounding, and certainly one they will not forget easily.

Denis, Henry and Albert in fine vocal expression

The whole event centred mainly on his compositions: a tribute to the man as an artist and songwriter extraordinaire. During the support part of the show, The Valerga Brothers openedup with an acoustic rendition of the haunting and atmospheric 99 Miles From LA, which was extremely well received by the listening crowd; they followed with two more songs: Nosotros and Que Seas Feliz from Albert’s first Spanish album released in 1976. Peter ‘Piti’ Chichon accompanied the duo on the cajon, adding gentle colour and his own particular flair to the performance. Next on the bill came stylish local poetry-reciter Guy Olivero; who, in his own inimitable way, delivered several verses of rhythmic

California, here we come!

prose from the works of Federico Garcia-Lorca. Backed by Denis on guitar, he received much acclaim from the audience. The beautiful voice of Spanish singer Seila Guerrero ended the first part of the show with Un Amor Asi and Por Un Poco De Tu Amor, the latter a duet with the versatile Denis, who also accompanied her on guitar. With singular style and feel, she won over the crowd, who responded with rousing applause.

‘Hammond Vibe’ like magnets, they pushed forward to the edge of the stage so as to be closer to what by now had become a pretty euphoric scene.

Guy Olivero

After a short break, the ‘moment in time’ that everyone had been waiting for arrived. Seila opened the second part of the show with Entre Mis Recuerdos, and as she reached the first chorus, the echo of Albert’s voice (in harmony with hers) encircled the plaza. Ascending onto the stage from behind with microphone in hand, he suddenly appeared, and from that point onwards, it was simply a case of “which great song will he fire at us next?” He sailed through such classics as Little Arrows; Make Me An Island; When I Need You; The Air That I Breathe; I’m A Train; Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now and many others of his wonderful repertoire. During a pause for breath, he invited the lovely Jemma Rocca to join him for an interpretation of the very emotive To All The Girls I’ve Loved Before, and it must be said that a barefoot Jemma (a la Sandie Shaw) with a tear running down her cheek made a wonderful job of it. By this time, the listeners were ecstatic, and after hearing the opening bars of Echame A Mi La Culpa they could not hold back anymore. Drawn towards the

The excitement had reached its apex, and it was time for the grand finale. Albert chose the massively popular It Never Rains In Southern California to windup. The whole audience was up at the front, singing loudly and rocking along to the music with a delighted Albert giving all and everything he had to please them. Seila

Jemma & Denis Jemma & Albert

In the midst of the audience

The crowd goes wild

The night was a total success story; creating an intimate and unique ambience that went far beyond anything anyone present had imagined. Denis is a fervent supporter of a cat shelter called ‘Segunda Oportunidad’. Regrettably, it is still very much in need of assistance; thus, proceeds from this special event, as with all past editions (seven of them so far) have been channelled towards this worthy cause. And thanks to his initiative and to sponsors Richard Bell-Young from ‘Anglo Wines’ and Richard Hill from ‘Ibex Insurance’; to the singers, musicians and poets who frequently give freely of their time and talent, and the many regular fans and supporters of the “Café Society”, a new wing to the shelter, which fondly carries Denis’s name is currently being built. It is a place where the light is shining again for many an abandoned and mistreated feline; a place where at long last, many of these Godforsaken creatures have found a dignified and loving home. GLOBE MAGAZINE AUGUST2013 95

1st Gibraltar Annual Wine Fair attend and refine their palettes and noses! Food and tapas will be available from the individual units and there will be plenty of seated areas to socialise with other wine buffs on the day.

Text by Justine Fava - Cartwright

Friday September 6th will see Gibraltar’s first Wine Fair nestled between the historic walls of Chatham Counterguard. An idea born to ‘My Wines’ Directors, Tony Hernandez and Glen Sanders and backed by the Ministry of Culture and Sponsors IBEX, it will give a taste to the growing curiosity on everything and anything related to wines. Gibraltar, already well acquainted with the Annual Beer Festival, has yet to see a Wine Fair. That in mind, it was decided that with the growing trend and curiosity in wines and wine tasting, in particular, becoming more popular of late, an event of this nature would be welcome not only by our local public but our tourist trade too and of course, the growing number of avid wine enthusiasts on the Rock and abroad. The event will be held outside in the format of a Street Party with both ends of the road at Chatham Counterguard being closed off to traffic in the area that runs along the length of the restaurant units already there. The idea is that wine suppliers like ‘My Wines’, ‘Saccone & Speed (Gibraltar) Ltd’, ‘Morrisons’, ‘Sacarellos’, together with bodegas from Spain and UK international wine suppliers, who are flying over for the event, will have the opportunity to sell and promote their wines, give wine tastings on their stalls, information on the different varieties as well as suggest the best on offer in a varied and affordable price range. Businesses dealing in wine related products are welcome to make up their own stall, just contact ‘My Wines’ for info on this. There will also be talks held in one of the vaults at stages throughout the day by various expert wine enthusiasts, and these will be open for anyone to

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Tony Hernandez

The event will kick off at 1pm until late and everyone is welcome. It is an open and free event to the general public and they can visit the stalls, purchase food and wine and from 9pm enjoy the acoustic sounds of Stephen McLaren, Adrian Pozo and the vocals of Giles Ramirez setting the tone for sunset. There will be lots going on and a few surprises including a ‘Best Wine’ where everyone can vote for their favourite bottle of the day! Of course, the organisers and the suppliers are advocates of consuming alcohol sensibly and therefore encourage people to walk to the venue if possible, which is central and easily accessible. A more grown up but fun atmosphere is expected and the more the merrier (which I am sure will be the case)! The event has been supported by some of the major suppliers dealing in wine in Gibraltar and Tony and Glen are more than grateful for their support, interest and participation in this, the 1st Annual Gibraltar Wine Fair. With their participation and together, there will be a vast range of different wines on offer from all over the world. Tony and Glen understand that the best way to start is small for its first year but are eager to watch the Wine Fair grow over the coming years and cement its place in Gibraltar’s Calendar of Events making it bigger and better every year. They all look forward to seeing you there on Friday 6th September from 1pm down at Chatham Counterguard. Make a note in your diaries for an event not to be missed!

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Team Gibraltar at Dance World Cup Team Gibraltar has recently returned from the Dance World Cup that was held over a week in Brighton. The participation to this trip was organised by M.O. Productions with the support of the Gibraltar National Dance Organisation. The dancers qualified from the 2012 Gibraltar International Dance Festival. Team Gibraltar was composed of 10 dancers from two local dance schools with choreographies by Nichol Montovio, Dulcie Edwards, Genyka Celecia and Nicole Victor. Both Genyka and Nicole choreographed their own pieces and National Team Manager, Paulette Finlayson also supporting Nicole with her classical solo. The team was led by Belize Cortes with the assistance of Karen Celecia. The event was staged at the spectacular Brighton Dome in England with Gibraltar competing against thousands of dancers from 26 countries and 5 continents. Gibraltar was represented in the Mini Kids, Children, Junior and Adult divisions.

medal with Portugal winning silver and bronze. In the Children’s Classical Section, Gibraltar was represented by Poppie Levy, Louise Martinez and Natasha Richardson. Out of the 40 entries 1st place went to an exceptional dancer from Japan with dancers from Germany finishing in 2nd and 3rd place respectively.

tative from England. In the Children Duets and Trios sections, Janelle Alcantara & Natasha Richardson,

In the Children Show Dance division, Gibraltar was represented by Janelle Alcantara, Joelle Johnson and Natasha Richardson. Out of the 28 entries, 1st and 2nd place went to Spain and 3rd place went to the represen98 AUGUST 2013 GLOBE MAGAZINE

Joelle Johnson, Jade Holman and Chantelle Cooper, as well as, Sarah Montovio and Poppie Levy took part. Out of the 32 entries, England took the gold

In the Mini Kids solo section, Sarah Montovio was Gibraltar’s representative and out of the 32 entries, Sarah finished in an extraordinary 9th place. Gold went to Spain with England scooping second and third place. Another great result came in the Children’s Group section were Team Gibraltar’s Birds of Rio finished in 9th place out of the 28 groups. England won gold and bronze whilst Spain took the silver medal. In the Children Modern Solo section, Jade Holman, Chantel Cooper and Louise Martinez took part in this section. Joint first place went to dancers from Spain and Portugal, second to South Africa and third to Portugal.

Nicole Victor 1st Place

In the Junior Classical Solo section, Gibraltar was represented

by Nicole Victor. Out of the 28 entries, Portugal took all three first places. In the Adult Modern Solo section, Genyka Celecia was Team Gibraltar’s entry. Out of the 30 entries, Genyka finished in amazing 10th place. Germany took gold with Spain wining silver and Portugal bronze. Genyka then pulled off another extraordinary achievement when she finished 4th out of the 18 competitors in the Adult Show Dance solo division. The section was won by Spain with Germany finished 2nd and 3rd respectively. Genyka’s piece was entitled ‘Shadowland’ that a l s o won her the 2006 M.O. Bursar y Award. The best result for Gibraltar came from Nicole Victor who won Gold Medal in the Junior Show Dance Solo section out of the 20 competitors, with a piece called ‘My Immortal’. Second place went

Genyka Celecia Shadowland

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to England and third place to Slovenia. This dance routine also won Nicole the 2012 M.O. Bursary Award and 3rd place at the 2012 Sussex Dance Festival. Nicole was also privileged to have been asked by the organisers to perform this piece in the World Cup Gala Night in front of a packed Brighton Dome on the final evening. On behalf of Team Gibraltar Belize Cortes said: ‘I take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors and most importantly Her Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar, the Ministry for Culture, the Cultural Grants Committee and Argus Insurance for making our participation a reality. In England, our dancers faced tough opposition, with many countries providing a very high level of technique. Nevertheless, Gibraltar once again proved in unknown territory, that we can take part in international dance events at the highest level. This is the first time we have attend this event and we are delighted with the results and remarkable performances from the Gibraltar contingent. We would like to thank the dancers and choreographers for being such great ambassadors for the Rock.’