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Welcome to the first issue of 2011! Hope you all had a great Christmas & New Year; it all seems to have come and gone in a flash! In this issue, we start the countdown to the Six Nations with a great feature on Welsh Rugby sensation and pride of Anglesey, George North. Michelin star Chef, Matthew Briddon is the new head Chef at The Tavern 1924 on Anglesey and we are delighted to say that Matthew will be providing us with some fantastic recipe’s over the coming Months, and having been for a meal at the Tavern 1924 recently, I can fully recommend him, it was a fabulous evening in an amazing location! Top local DJ, Silv, is the subject of our local music feature and we are pleased to say that Silv will be a regular feature over the coming Months as he sets his sights on great local music and what is really involved in being a DJ. Our friends at 2 Dumb Blondes provide their take on your Health & Beauty New Year resolutions. And much more including events guide and motors. I would like to thank everyone who supported the businesses in our magazines in 2010 and for the messages of support and encouragement you have sent us. 2011 promises to be a tough year for lots of people and it has never been more important to support your local businesses when possible. We will continue to bring you some great features and stories through our magazines and of course, fantastic local businesses! Happy New Year and keep enjoying the Goodtimes in 2011!
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George North
Wing sensation George North was the youngest ever Scarlet to play for Wales as they faced South Africa at the Millennium Stadium in 2010, and the 200th international Scarlet. At 18 years and 7 months, George is amongst a select few of young guns chosen to play for Wales at the highest level. Warren Gatland included young winger Tom Prydie in his squad for the 2010 Six Nations who became the youngest ever player to pull on the Welsh jersey at 18 years and 27 days. North, raised in Rhoscolyn, Anglesey, has had a whirlwind debut season for the Scarlets. He scored four tries in his first six competitive games, two of those tries were scored in his first ever competitive game away at Treviso back in September. The young Scarlet has developed through the Scarlets’ Academy system. He attended Ysgol Uwchradd Bodedern and Llandovery College and also played at semi-professional level for Llandovery RFC. He began his rugby career as a youngster with Llangefni U14’s before moving on to Pwllheli and Rhyl. George stands at 6’ 4” and weighs in
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at 16st 7lb and is the the youngest Scarlet international of all time. As well as the honor of winning his first ever international cap, George scored his first ever international try just 5 minutes into his debut game with a second try in the second half. The Scarlets 18-year-old wing said he was overwhelmed to receive his call-up to the Wales squad He said: “It’s was amazing - such an honor, and I was really surprised. My parents were over the moon for me. I thought it was someone playing a prank at first, I just couldn’t believe it when I got the text so I got my agent to phone-up and check it was for real!’ “I’m was obviously delighted, it’s been such a great season for me so far with the Scarlets, they’ve handed me the chance to play right from the beginning of the season and I’ve worked hard on my game and really concentrated on improving since joining the
senior squad in the pre-season, I just want to keep my head down and keep focus on improving my rugby.’ “It’s an excellent environment at Parc y Scarlets, particularly for developing players like myself and the opportunities and support I’ve been given in such a short space of time to prove myself has been brilliant. “It’s great for younger guys like me as there’s so much experience around to feed off from the other players across the field. To have top-class players like David Lyons, Vernon Cooper, Regan King, Stephen Jones and Morgan Stoddart helping you find an added edge to your game, really makes a huge difference. “The thing that’s struck me since I joined is how hard this team wants to work for each other, it’s a great place to be, there’s a really good vibe at the Scarlets and I just really enjoy coming into training.”
Scarlets Skills Coach and former 47-cap Wales wing Mark Jones received a special mention from George, “I feel really lucky to be able to work with a coach like Mark Jones, who’s fresh from the game and has really helped me look at how I play in different ways as well as helping me gain confidence and build belief. He kept telling me at the start that I wouldn’t have been picked if I wasn’t good enough - which coming from someone like him really helped!” “I’m just really grateful and delighted with the chance to be in the Wales camp and I’m really enjoying the experience.”
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culinary expertise and experience. Having worked for many of London’s prestigious restaurants including Heathcote’s bar and restaurant, The Riverside Cafe (run by Rose Connery and Rose Grey) as well as restaurants owned by Heston Blumenthal and Gordon Ramsey Matt has gained Michelin star and AA rosette experience. Winning Derbyshire Chef of the Year and taking part in BBC2’s Great British Food series and renowned Knorr Chef of the year competition,
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Matt has remained current and honed his skills, developing into an outstanding and inspirational Chef. Matt has already familiarised himself with many of Anglesey’s/North Wales local food producers and going forward is very excited about incorporating many of these into his new menu here at The Tavern 1924. Aiming to fully immerse himself in the Welsh gastronomic scene Matt will very soon be interviewing in the hope of joining the Welsh Culinary Team. Describing himself as a genuine Chef he is passionate about preparation from fresh and bringing the best out of local produce. Matt is a modern chef, highly technically trained he specialises in reinventing classic dishes with a modern twist as well as creating innovative new dishes. The menu at The Tavern 1924 now has a strong emphasis on local, seasonal and market fresh produce including freshly caught fish, Menai mussels, oysters and scallops as well as Welsh lamb and beef. Using suppliers such as Maurice Strawson, E.T Jones, Hootons, Dolmeinir, Four Seasons and Welsh Maid to name but a few we feel The Tavern 1924 truly reflects the best produce the Island and North Wales has to offer.
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Method 1. Preheat the oven 195oC (gas mark 5) 2. Heat a little vegetable oil in a large frying pan, add the diced carrots, onions and celery, cook until they have colour and are soft. 3. Add the brown sauce and Worcester sauce and cook for a further 2 minutes. 4. Shred the confit duck from the bone and add to the mixture, finish with the herbs and stock, reduce until the mixture is halved, season to taste. 5. Place the mixture into an ovenproof dish, cover with the mashed potato and bake for 25 – 30 minutes.
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He has also promoted a band night, called “C90 Live.” The popular night ran for a few years, showcasing Welsh bands and music; bringing high profile Welsh musicians to the North Wales coast: “I love music and working with young people passionate about the industry, is a real obsession of mine! It’s not easy breaking through as a band these days, especially with the recession and so on. Many local pubs and clubs don’t have much live music anymore, certainly compared to a few years ago.” Many of you may well recognise Silv’s distinctive voice from the radio, presenting the traffic & travel reports weekdays across North Wales as well as presenting his own weekend breakfast show on Heart 96.3. Silv also enjoys getting involved in Llandudno’s local community radio, Tudno FM, encouraging new talent to shine through the medium of radio. Silv is currently the resident DJ at Broadway Boulevard on Friday and Saturday nights: “I love my job in the club; I can play the most up-to-date music and perform to one of the largest crowds in North Wales! I play a good mixture of dance, R&B and chart music, with the occasional classic thrown in. I also spend a lot if time discovering exciting
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January Beauty It’s that time of year again; we over indulge, bloat ourselves by eating and drinking too much at Christmas and then spend January undoing it all. Some of us will be heading for the gym, others to the book shop for the latest self improvement book, but, there will be some of us who will be embarking on a new beauty regime. So this time I thought we could look at some popular New Year Resolutions and see how a Nail & Beauty therapist can help you to achieve them. 1. I will stop biting my nails. Its very hard to stop biting your nails, you didn’t wake up one morning and decide to start, so just deciding to stop can take more that will power alone. You need to address the cause of nail biting; the triggers that make you do it. Write a diary and every time you bite, write down what you were doing and how you were feeling. Were you stressed, sad, tired, thirsty or bored? Interestingly, most people who bite their nails do not drink
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enough fluids. So upping your fluid intake can have a positive effect. You can buy products to paint on the nails that taste awful, but in my experience they don’t work as the biter soon gets used to the taste. You need to get enhancements on the nails so that you physically are not able to get to them. It is important to break the cycle of biting and we run nail biting clinics at our salons to help you stop. 2. I will tone and shape my body. If you are embarking on a new exercise regime then it would be worth also considering a monthly full body massage. Regular massage has been shown to improve skin tone and circulation, aid in movement and creates a sense of well being and also can aid sleep and relaxation. It also firms the skin and helps the muscles to work more efficiently. 3. I will try something new Spring is only a few months away and we will stepping out of our boots and jumpers soon. If you have never had a facial or been waxed, or had a
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Ahead at Venue Cymru The Circus of Horrors - The Four Chapters from Hell Following on from the huge success of The Asylum and The Day of the Dead show’s, The Circus of Horrors has had a major revamp and is back rockin’ and shockin’ with a special brand new show created especially to celebrate its 15th bloody year. Containing some of the greatest, most bizarre and beautiful circus acts on Earth, from dare devil flying trapeze to a vampiric crow woman suspended only by her hair. All this plus pickled and bendy people, Voodoo Warriors, Knife throwers and an almighty cast of 26 of the wildest, weirdest but most of all greatest performers on earth.
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Dydd Gwener 28 Ionawr | Friday 28 January, 7.30pm
RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC In one sensational evening of outstanding musicianship, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac chart the songs of arguably the worlds first supergroup, from their inception in 1967 with Peter Green, Mick Fleetwood and John McVie through to the critically acclaimed Rumours in the Seventies with Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham, and then onto their more recent works in the Eighties and Nineties. Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac with their meticulously crafted instrumentals and tight harmonies, bring back to the masses some of the finest music produced in the last century including timeless classics such as Black Magic Woman, Albatross, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, Little Lies, Everywhere and many more.
£22.50
Dydd Mercher 9 Chwefror | Wednesday 9 February, 7.30pm
LEE MEAD IN CONCERT
www.leemeadmusic.com
Born in Southend and outright winner of BBC One’s ‘Any Dream Will Do’ Lee has already racked up many credits to his name with appearances in Tommy, Phantom Of The Opera and of course Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat. His 2009 Album Nothing Else Matters went double gold within weeks of going on sale and a new album is currently being recorded for release in early 2011. Currently appearing in the West End Musical Wicked, Lee’s performance at Venue Cymru is one of just a handful of dates he chosen to do in February and is a wonderful show for all ages. Featuring Lee’s live band
£25, £23, £20
Dydd Sul 27 Chwefror | Sunday 27 February
HEFIN THOMAS
FREE PHONE 0800 092 1592
Hefin Thomas Agri Contractors Ltd has been trading for over 20 years. Our reputation as a local, family run business means that we take traditional values like customer care and fair pricing to be integral to the way we run our business. We are based on the Island and operate covering the North Wales area. Our range of services means that we can provide installation, emptying and repair of septic tanks, pumping systems and treatment plants. Our operatives have access to all the latest technologies and are trained in Confined Space Operations and Water Jetting Systems. We regularly use our CCTV camera equipment to carry out detailed drain surveys and look at what may be causing any problems. Other services include hiring out of portaloos, dust suppression unit, high pressure water jetting, combi unit, gulley emptying and road sweeping. Fast response in emergency situations. 24 hour call out, 365 days a year. Our service always starts with a free estimate and free advice, Hefin Thomas Agri Contractors look forward to hearing from you.
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