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Upfront What a storm we had last night; very appropriate for Halloween! However I usually like November in Cyprus; it’s not too hot and it’s not too cold, still with plenty of sunshine and some of the most spectacular sunsets – often with a visible ‘green flash’ as the sun dips below the horizon over a clear blue sea. November Grapevines are also full of promise with the Christmas season looming. This year is no exception; our pages are stuffed with ideas for the holiday period.

When Shall We Three Meet Again... photographed by

Simon Wheeler

Remembering December is coming I must remind advertisers and contributors that we need your January submissions preferably alongside your December article/advert, or by the latest 6th December, because as always our printers need the Christmas break and we need to print January’s issue early in time to get it out for the 6th January 2017. There are lots of events to attend this month, many are charity events but they all hold the idea of Christmas, whether they be Fairs, Bazaars, Music or Drama... see our events pages for a whole lot of ideas!

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Planes and Boats and Trains by Barbara Strain

It’s that time of year when readers are planning Christmas holidays. Many will be thinking of travelling to the UK or Europe for the festivities and will be searching the websites for good deals on their travel arrangements for getting there and getting around post-arrival. First, you have to decide on your airline. British Airways are not cheap, and are stopping serving ‘free’ meals. Fine, if you can’t wait to buy Marks& Sparks sarnies - but their flights seem to be regularly late anyhow. Aegean can be good, provided you don’t mind flying via Athens and going through security again because neither UK nor Cyprus are in the Shengen area. Most folk now opt for the budget airlines. This leads to even more questions. Is it OK to battle with the cattle pens at Paphos at the start of your Christmas holidays? Or the comparative civilisation of Larnaca? Or do you go for the pseudo airport? A lot may depend on your preferred arrival airport. If you are going to the UK, one of the provincial airports may suit you, or you may prefer to land at a London airport for onward travel. Heathrow is expensive, so most of the budget airlines don’t fly there. Gatwick is a bad airport to arrive late at night/early morning (as with Easyjet) if you are depending on public transport. That said, it’s convenient for both trains and coaches during the day. Cobalt, the new Cyprus airline, flies to Stanstead. I have yet to meet anyone who finds that airport convenient, although it does have bus and train connections around the country. Cobalt also fly to Manchester and the flight arrives at 09:30, which means you have the whole day to reach your final destination – or to enjoy the day with friends and relatives. However, the 6:00 am Larnaca take-off can be off-putting. Easyjet depart at a more friendly time, but arrives just after midnight. The train station does have connections for that flight to the city centre, but delays or other destinations may not work out. Coach services look as if they would be good, even early morning.

The choice of train or coach – or whether to hire a car – is another conundrum. Car hire may seem the easiest, but note all the ‘extras’ especially Collision Damage Waiver with an excess of thousands. The National Express services are amazingly efficient and usually on time. Last year I took a coach from Gatwick to Bristol that had to travel in rush hour traffic through a series of roadworks, but it still arrived on time. It’s usually cheaper than trains. People often shake their heads and say, oh, it’ so expensive to take the train, but there are bargains to be had if you know where to look. Earlier this year we travelled from Cheshire down to Worcester for £10 each, with just one change at Birmingham; that’s less than the petrol if we’d hired a car. We did have a glitch with another train. The one I had booked didn’t exist. The ‘Hogwarts Express’ to Gatwick hadn’t been running for months. Fortunately, we had plenty of time and were able to take an alternative. That might have been a worry, since the route was on the strike-affected Southern Rail. Strikes; yet another complication of travelling around. Train strikes, Air Traffic Controller strikes, taxi driver strikes. All designed to upset our dependence on public transport. Oh, for a ferry connection to Greece. So we could take our car and drive across Europe in our own time instead of being bundled into queues, searched and crowded into departure lounges with no seats. Of course, we do have a great choice of cruises that leave from Cyprus so some people may prefer something like a Christmas cruise to the Holy Land. Seasonally appropriate, although not my personal cup of tea. Maybe I’ll just stay home for Christmas.

Revolution of the Mind Series: The Price of a Hospital Blanket by Andreas C Chrysafis Article Thtee (of Three)

There is this place that attracts hundreds of pigeons that feast during the day and drop their muck covering windowsills and dead birds left to rot and prone to spread diseases – yet, nobody cares! It’s about a place that darkness of the night welcomes an army of cockroaches and mosquitoes on a rampage in search for food – nobody cares! It’s a place where beautiful plants in clear view to everyone are neglected and left hanging dead against the walls – nobody cares! It’s a place where a number of toilet facilities are neglected and remain unclean and without hygiene paper in containers– nobody cares!

the ever-increasing workload due to population growth but also due to negligence and bad management. When it was first built it served a population of 53.000, today, that number has tripled. Visiting the hospital it becomes obvious that it cannot cope with the demand unless major funding is injected into it. Private hospitals did absorb a lot of the medical care but not everyone can afford private hospitals. Meanwhile, hospital staff and doctors choose to relocate and work in private hospitals where the financial rewards are much greater and better conditions. The shortage of professional medical staff is quite obvious in a number of hospitals across the land and even so, they are neglected by the government to save billions in support of corrupt banks. A victim of brutal cut backs, has been the great little hospital of Polis Chrysochous where it has served the region well for many years. Without funding and doctors, all its wards have been forced to shut down and now operate with a small but dedicated skeleton medical crew. The sick are re-directed to Paphos Hospital adding greater stress not only to the hospital but also to the elderly and the most vulnerable sector in society.

Yes, it’s a place where disillusioned underpaid employees work without enthusiasm or motivation – nobody cares! It’s a place where people are treated with little respect where hierarchical arrogance is displayed at its best – nobody cares! It’s a place where a citizen’s “right to know” does not exist – nobody cares! It’s a place where ordinary people are treated as “children of lesser gods”– nobody really cares! It’s a place where some equipment doesn’t seem to be working and parts of the buildings are in a desperate need of maintenance and looking drub – nobody cares! It’s a place that does not operate on a meritocratic system but thrives on nepotism and political party meddling– nobody cares! It’s a place where a code of silence prevails in fear of repercussions – yet even so, nobody cares! This rapidly deteriorating structure is not found in a third world country but it’s in a EU member state. It’s called: Paphos Hospital in a city that would play host to Pafos 2017 European Capital of Culture! At its opening in 1992, it was considered one of the best medical centres in the Middle East. Nowadays this is not so! It has steadily declined and is now unable to handle

Patients today from the northwestern region of the island, have to make a tiring long journey to get to Paphos Hospital and face a collapsing administrative system. The sick are faced with chaos and may line up for hours before being seen by a doctor. Cancer patients on the other hand that live in far away places such as Pomos or Pyrgos and nearby districts, for them it’s a nightmare: they have to get up at 5am to make the 4 to 5-hour journey on a bus to Nicosia for a morning treatment and then return back again. This appalling state of affairs seems to be tolerated by a failed government that has no sensible medical plan or policies to make citizen’s lives any better. When a nation allows public hospitals be reduced to such a deplorable condition it’s a most shameful act indeed. Paphos Hospital, exposes a damning record of government incompetence that has lost sight of what is important; saving corrupt banks or saving lives of citizens? On this issue the current government has shockingly chosen to save the banks at the cost of people’s welfare! The new Mayor of Paphos has been a breath of fresh air and a revolutionary in his attempt to clean out the corruption stables of Paphos. His radical actions are most commendable indeed! However, during the activities of Pafos 2017 if visitors have to use the hospital facilities, they will get a shock and that’s the reason why the Paphos

and Polis Hospitals both need a maverick to trigger changes for the better; that’s not impossible for a mayor to trigger those changes! One of the most appalling signs of absolute hospital breakdown is the case of a proverbial blanket: for two nights a patient shivering from cold with clattering teeth kept asking for a blanket only to be told by the staff that due to cut backs there were none available to give. The patient ended up walking scouting for one around the wards but to no avail! And that was in a surgery ward! Can anyone believe that? Not a blanket available in a hospital ward of a EU country? The administration and those authorities responsible should all be ashamed! Yet, the government plays ignorant! A shepherd’s duty is to shear his sheep but would never skin them alive because his own survival depends on it; yet this government seems to have a policy of skinning citizens alive without care of the consequences whether they survive or not! A most disgraceful political philosophy by a shameless government!

Interested in magic then visit: www.paphosmagicsociety.com Or email: paphosmagicsociety@gmail.com

Magically yours by Peter Stammers

Paphos Magic Society easy trick series. This month: Find The Coin Effect: A coin is covered with any one of three cups and the cups are then moved around. You can say immediately which cup is covering the coin. B. Secret: Attached to the coin is a long hair. When the coin has been covered the three cups can be moved around as much as anyone wants. Although your back has been turned while this has been going on you can easily locate which cup hides the coin. All you have to do is look for the hair sticking out from beneath one of the cups and that tells you all you need to know!

Stage One Theatre: Simply the Best

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Plaza Suite at Stage One in October was a huge success so demand for tickets will be heavy for the December production of Wife Begins at Forty written by that most British writer of comedies/farces Ray Cooney. Much beloved by the coach party trade there was a time when Ray had one or more of his 17 hilarious plays running in the West End. His greatest success was FRun for Your Wife, performed at Stage One in 2000. As with all good comedies misunderstandings and farcical situations abound so audiences can look forward to plenty of laughs to chase away the winter blues. Put these dates for Wife Begins at Forty in your diary NOW. 29th November -3rd December.at 7.30. Tickets cost 12 euros (a bargain price which has not changed in years) Concessions for students/ children under 12. Carol Harvey directs and the sponsor is Chase Buchanan. The box office opens on Monday 7th.November. How to Book: By Telephone: 99967737 from 10 a.m to 1 p.m from 7th November. By email: boxoffice@stageonetheatre.com. at any time At the Theatre: The theatre box office is open Mondays and Fridays only from 10.a.m to 12 noon from 7th November You can also book for the March production at the same time and choose the seat you want on the day you want. The March play…1st to 4th March is vintage Agatha Christie, The Mousetrap seen by thousands in London and now to be seen by all Paphos at where else? Stage One Theatre Emba. We must trust our patrons never to reveal the secret of this mystery play. We also trust them to reveal to all their friends how good Stage One productions are and why they should support the only live theatre in Paphos. Liz Pearce directs. A number of newcomers have joined Stage One recently, patrons will have seen some new actors treading the boards. New blood in all aspects of theatre work is always welcome especially if they are willing to ‘have a go’ at the many tasks involved in creating a production. Come along to Club nights on third Thursdays at 7 p.m onward and find out more. You will be made welcome and who knows, discover a hobby for life. (Some of our many actors are in their 80’s but theatrical make up can work wonders!) Our Youth group meets on Saturday mornings in the theatre. Children from age 12 and any nationality are welcome. The skills learnt here will last them all their lives. For info: Caroline on 26911641 For this year, Aphrodite’s Bra Chain Challenge have decided to rename November as BRAvember! With this in mind and to ‘encourage’ the length of the Aphrodite’s Bra Chain to win back the Guinness world record for Cyprus, we are having a FUN NIGHT. The date to look out for and save is the 12th November 2016, the venue is the New Horizon Bar in Chlorakas. The evening will all be about having fun, receiving more bras, and hopefully raise a bit of money for the Archangel Michael Hospice. No admission fee BUT we would like everyone to be wearing a bra they intend to donate to the Aphrodite Bra Chain! Men as well!!! The bras do not need to be worn as a bra, but in order for them still to be eligible for the bra chain, they do have to still be able to be fastened as a bra. There will be a prize for the best decorated bra. There will be the ubiquitous raffle, a quiz, and other fun games. So come along to The New Horizon Bar on the 12 BRAvember and join the fun form 7.30pm.

Christmas Shopping Trip to Nicosia Thursday 17th November 2016. Departure time: 7:45am from the Paphiakos T-Rooms. Pick-up at Rantzo in Pissouri around 8:15am. First stop for refreshments at Choirokoitia. Then, SHOPPING TIME! Marks & Spencer Strovolos, then drop-off as close to Ledra Street as possible for those who want to enjoy the Old Town of Nicosia, and then it’s IKEA time! Shop until you drop in IKEA and Mall of Cyprus for 4 hours if not more! Return to Paphos is scheduled around 6:30pm. Tickets are €19 and you can get them by calling or texting 99753217. © Grapevine • November 2016

Selection of Events in Novemberber 5 Nov Saturday 7.30pm. Droushia Dixie Seven. St Georgio Bar and Restaurant Paphos, Dance to the good time music of the 30’s ’til late! Droushia Dixie Seven is a seven piece band playing music from the great American Jazz Age of the 1930’s and 40’s. Entrance: €20 including sumptuous buffet dinner. Reservations essential. St Georgio Bar - Tel: 26271627 5 and 19 Nov. Table Top Sale at St Barnabas. Are you struggling to make ends meet? Do you have unwanted items cluttering up your home? Are you raising funds for a charity or community group? If yes, why not reserve a pitch at St Barnabas’ Table Top Sale 3 September and make some extra cash. Pitches, the length of one long table cost €10 each excluding tables. Refreshments will be on sale in the church hall where you can be assured of a warm welcome! For more information/ to reserve a pitch email nora.ananiades@cytanet.com.cy or call 99356451 6 Sunday Nov CPSG Annual Bazaar Angelika Restaurant from 9.30.a.m. Many of your favourite stalls plus a super raffle plus children from Aspire school singing plus Michael Antonio. 12 Nov Saturday 3.30pm. ABF the soldiers’ charity presents: The Band of The Corps of Royal Engineers Pissouri Amphitheatre. Tickets: Adults €12.50, Under 15s €5, Infants free. Reservations - Email: abftickets@gmail.com Tel: 99934668 or pay at the door on the day. Doors open 2.30pm. Cushions are advised and cool boxes are most welcome 12 Saturday Nov Kamares Christmas Bazaar. Kamares Club, Nr. Tala from 10am to 4pm. Arts and Crafts, Full day of entertainment. Charity Raffle on behalf of CPSG. Free entry, refreshments served all day. For details or to exhibit please e-mail, mail@in-any-event.biz or call 99 387 311 16 Wednesday Nov 8pm. Music With A Mission Green Hill Cafe Lounge Bar Peyia Paphos. A fusion of familiar music from classical, cross-over, music from the shows, through to light jazz. Tina Chester – soprano (UK). Thomas Tang – piano (China). Tickets: €10 in advance €12 at the door. All proceeds to charity. Reservations: Green Hill Cafe Lounge – Tel: 99538077 / 99742627. Prebook for meals - available at 7 pm. 16 Wednesday Nov A curry and Pig Race Night Ollies Taverna Bar Trimithousa. €15 all inclusive includes the Curry being served between 6.30 and 7.30 the other€10 for your bets, drinks are extra. Tickets from Ollies 99076831 or Tony 99908777

For this month’s live music listings visit www.nitbats.com

18 Friday An afternoon of entertainment From 1.p.m. at Oulas Café Bar, St Georges Hill (just down from the Railway Inn) With Ronnie Borone. Entrance €10 incl Souvla Buffet. Tickets from Oulas Bar. 19 Saturday Nov Starts 10.30. Xmas fair for the Tala Monastery Cats The Agios Neofytos Monastery in aid of the Tala Monastery Cats. Opened by the fantastic Cheerleaders from Thompson school of dance then its none stop entertainment all day including a Fashion show by Catafantastic, belly dancer ,fantastic dream girls dance groupplus many nmore . and sponsored by only the ROCK FM. Jason Collins from Rock FM will be playing his music. 19 Saturday Nov. PARC Table Top Sale. Donate some of your “Time “ to help out with our Animal Welfare Programme from 10pm til 2am at the Coral Star Restaurant opposite Phillippos Supermarket, Coral Bay. Vendor Tables also availiable for €10 each call Pam (99059068) for bookings. If you have any unwanted gifts, bric a brac,clothing,household items etc,then please donate them to PARC.call Jean (96219797)or Julie (99712149)for more details. 23 Wednesday The Pharos Arts Foundation In collaboration with the Goethe-Institut Zypern present a concert with the internationally renowned Amarcord Vocal Ensemble. Founded in 1992 by former members of St Thomas’s Boys Choir in Leipzig, the Amarcord has since become one of the world’s leading a-cappella vocal ensembles. Distinguished by their unique tone, breath-taking homogeneity, musical authenticity, and a good dose of charm and humour, the Amarcord has exceled in a vast and highly diverse repertoire of music, from medieval plainsong to madrigals and Renaissance masses, to compositions and cycles of works of the European Romantic period and the 20th century. For their concert in Cyprus, at The Shoe Factory, Nicosia, the impressive Amarcord will perform a unique programme of sacred and secular early music. 10th Saturday Dec at Pentaras Restaurant (Tombs of the Kings - Chloraka), Micheal Antoniou & Simone Swift will be hosting the Casino Royale Christmas Ball; supporting the Alzheimer’s charity. Tickets cost €27.50. 3 course dinner, with a contribution of tickets sales going to the Alzheimer’s charity. Moonriver Swing band will be performing * Christian Everett - illusionist/ magician * Vegas style feather girls/dance show * Casino Tables * Auction to raise additional funds. Dress code: Men - Suit, Woman - Evening Wear. Doors open - 6:30pm, Show starts - 7:15pm. Seats are limited so booking early is advised. For tickets call Michael - 99 854 375 or Simone - 96 920 124

Oratorio “Evagora of Cyprus” It was a magic evening. Never before in Cyprus there has been such an evening with more than 400 participants on stage. The Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra with conductor Peter Stylianou, the soloists, ballet dancers, traditional dancers and Byzantine chanters offered such a high quality of art that the people were really happy to be there in an almost full theater in Tala. The Narrator presenting the history of Cyprus from 411 B.C. until 1960 A.D. assist by a Greek and English language presenters managed to help people understand the meaning of the production which apart from the high quality of music and dance was to offer the people a chance to get to know in brief the Cyprus history. The music is composed by Polis Charalambous using elements from all historical periods of music but based on many modern chords from both jazz and rock music. The arias sung by sopranos and tenors fit with the overall character of the production. The transcriptions of the Cyprus traditional music were probably used for the first time to include both traditional and ballet dancers on stage and made the people give big hand to all participants. Truly speaking it was probably the biggest production ever been on stage in Cyprus and really hit the target of introducing a new serious production composed and run by Cypriots.

Posh Health Online by Barbarian

The title is a bit of a misnomer, since this month I’m concentrating on two websites that are interactive but totally unrelated. The first is a heart health check of sorts and a totally serious web site. Recent research has indicated that your heart may have a different ‘age’ to your chronological age. Various factors come into play, such as ethnicity, gender, genetics and –of course – lifestyle. The British Heart Foundation has teamed up with NHS Choices to bring a new way to check your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. The website, https://www.bhf.org.uk/heartage leads to a questionnaire that is designed to tell you your heart age compared to your real age. It also explains why it’s important to know your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers and gives advice on how to reduce your heart age As a hint: before you participate have your cholesterol level and blood pressure tested. The questions are weighted against you if you don’t know; leading to you having a theoretic heart age that may be, well, heart-stopping. This is a self-assessment questionnaire and it is intended primarily for use in conjunction with NHS health checks that are available to over-40s in UK. One question asks your postcode, since where you live in the UK may have some effect on your heart health. Obviously, this does not apply to those of us living here in Cyprus. Therefore, this questionnaire should be used with caution. Just because you have a low heart age does not mean you should miss out on regular check-ups. Equally, a high score does not necessarily mean that there is anything wrong with your heart. The second site is much more fun. http://junktrove.com/quizzes/posh-test/ is a site that could make a good party game amongst a group of friends. There’s a series of questions designed to establish just how posh you might be. The questions vary from whether or not you have a mantelpiece to ownership of a Barbour jacket. Doing the quiz, it’s hard to cheat. Really. As the site says, ‘If some of the questions left you scratching your head and wondering what’s posh about that, you’re already too far gone to

know how posh you truly are.! ‘On completion your score is totalled and a (fun) description of what this says about you. Comments vary from being ‘Chavtatic’ through ‘as ordinary as cardboard’ to ‘CONSERVATIVE MP – As stuck up as they come’. If you find this fun, there are other quizzes that you can access from the junktrove website. There are, of course, many other fun and time-wasting quizzes and questionnaires to be found online. There’s ‘Which Kanto Pokémon are you?’ If that’s not on your fantasy wavelength then maybe a supposedly professional questionnaire to determine your ideal hair colour would be of interest? Or not, since a natural blonde with grey eyes and pale skin tone tested out the site, followed the format and was prescribed a raven black colour. As ever, if you visit new sites, you should make sure that your antivirus software is working. It is fun to play some of these games, but not so funny if at the end of the day you find that your browsing has allowed a virus into your system. What’s more, do be aware that these sites may become addictive. Don’t let yourself get into the habit of sitting at your desk following fun website evaluations. Instead, maybe you should take advice from the British Heart Foundation and get out and exercise more.

Cyprus Bowlers off to New Zealand and Australia Six flat green bowlers from Cyprus are undergoing intensive practice in preparation for international competitions in Australia and New Zealand in November and December. Four of the bowlers – Loukas Paraskeva (Aphrodite BC), Michael Jarvis, Fran Davis and Linda Ryan (all Aliathon BC) - will be travelling to Christchurch, New Zealand where they are playing in the World Championships, while Diane Roberts (Aliathon BC) and Jim Preston (Coral Bay BC) will head to Brisbane, Australia, for the World Champion of Champions competition. For Loukas, who was born in Cyprus, it will be the eighth time he has represented his country in 11 years of bowling. A former schoolteacher in England and Germany, he will play a minimum of nine matches in the singles and a similar number in the pairs with Michael Jarvis, a bowler of seven years who will be representing his adopted Cyprus for the fifth time. The two ladies, Fran Davis and Linda Ryan have a wealth of experience between them. Fran has represented Cyprus on six occasions and has been bowling for 16 years, starting at the Maryport Bowling Club in Cumbria, England. Linda Ryan on the other hand has chalked up 16 appearances for Cyprus and first started bowling in 1982 when living in the Medway Towns in Kent. Fran is scheduled to play in the singles competition and with Linda in the pairs. For Diane Roberts and Jim Preston they will be representing Cyprus in the Champion of Champions tournament having been the winners of the Cyprus National singles in 2015. Diane, in fact, also won the competition this year and will be off to Sydney next year as well. Jim, a former crown green bowler of 35 years standing at Chorley in Lancashire, took up flat green bowling when he came to Cyprus four years ago. He has represented Cyprus in a recent test match against Israel and Jersey. Diane, who has been bowling for 14 years – she started when she came to live in Cyprus – has played in South Africa, Australia and Spain while representing Cyprus. For the next few weeks, before their departure, they will have plenty of practice under the watchful eye of Bowls Cyprus International Executive Officer, Irene Owen and Head Coach Allen Harvey. For further information: Roger Shire, Bowls Cyprus Press & PR Executive Officer, Tel: (00 357) 26817540/99961236. Email: rogershire@cytanet.com.cy

Oh What A Lovely Regatta! by Alice

Not at Agios Georgios for our Regatta? Well you missed a fantastic event! Sun, good sailing wind and flat seas - pure magic. Without doubt the best sailing event in the PISC Calendar this year. Huge thanks to all our members not sailing who gave up their weekend to ensure FUN was had by all.

Kestrel European Open Champions Photo by Yeng Chow.

The European Kestrel Open was won by David Brown and Madelaine Hampton in a very closely contested series of six races. Indeed David and Madelaine did so well they also picked up the “Peter Dicker Trophy” for the fastest boat on the water.

The Wayfarer Regatta was won by our Commodore Paul and his wife Penny. A convincing victory with first place in all four races. Graham Flint and Roy Hartley won the Regatta Handicap event in their graceful Osprey dinghy. Well done all sailors you put on a magnificent show. Thanks must go to Claire Lambert the Chairperson of Kestrel Owners Association for organising the Kestrel sailors from UK who really did put the “cherry on the cake” to make this Regatta especially enjoyable. On a personal note I would like to thank Stewart Murdoch, the UK National Champion who helmed “Alice” and made her go like a train! Alice a sprightly 20 year old was whirled around the races to achieve 3rd. place overall and pick up the Trophy for the fastest Mk. 2 Kestrel on the water. So, a unanimous call - this Great Club shines even brighter after this superb Regatta.www.pisc.com.cy

Your Room with a View

On the 15th Floor overlooking Sliema Creek towards Valetta, Malta.

Give your Body the Holiday of a Lifetime 7 Days Half-board in a Wellness Rejuvenation Room 14th - 21st January 2017 The Wellness Rejuvenation Rooms offer the latest technology to help revitalise your body and mind by creating the perfect environment to soothe you into a deep healing sleep, leaving you to wake feeling refreshed and invigorated.

In your Wellness Rejuvenation Room you will find: Magnetic mattresses, which magnetise your entire body, relieving it from all aches, pains and stress. Magnetic pillows, which reduce neck and shoulder pain and stimulate circulation resulting in healthier blood with increased oxygen and nutrients. Far-Infrared Technology which balances the temperature of the bed for added comfort. Nikken anti-bacterial bedding that kills dust mites which is a great relief for anyone who suffers from asthma or sinus problems. A Power Plate Vibrogym, which can give you the equivalent of a full body workout in just 15 minutes. An air purifier, which removes contaminants from the air, great for allergy sufferers and asthmatics giving mountain fresh natural air indoors! A hot tub on the balcony, which has views to three compass directions. A water de-ioniser to filter all the water in the bathroom for an invigorating, soft, purified, mineral rich, perfectly PH balanced shower. Plus hydrotherapy bath, and Dermalife Spa-Jet machine in the bathroom. Television, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities including an expresso coffee machine. The Fortina Spa Resort has developed a “Dine around the World” concept, offering six Restaurants, most of which are located in the spectacular Tropical Garden, each specialising in a different cuisine from around the World. These Restaurants are Taste; serving Mediterranean and Vietnamese cuisine, Sa Re Ga Ma serving Indian cuisine, Can Thai; serving Thai and Chinese cuisine, Il Giardino pizzeria, Ristorante Tigne; specialising in Italian and Continental cuisine. Our specially designed and decorated restaurants, authentic chefs and waiting staff make dining in each Restaurant an experience in itself. The Fortina Spa Resort offers a wide range of therapies from around the World. The Spa offers beauty treatments, specialised treatments, a Physiotherapy Clinic, Chinese medicine and a range of other treatments. You also have daily use of the Spa Sante where facilities include: Whirlpool, Steam Room, Sauna, Ice Grotto, Lanconium, Relaxation room, Aqua Meditation and Pedi Jets. I have been enjoying this holiday for some years now, but am unable to go in January 2017 and can offer my week...

Price for the week €1500 (normal price €3100) for 2 persons on half-board basis Please phone 99 580350 for more information © Grapevine • November 2016

Retiring to Cyprus and the Euro / Sterling Rate by Mark Hollingsworth

Q, We retired to Paphos last year and at the time, decided to keep our home in the UK, rather than immediately purchase in Cyprus. We have rented for the last year due to the uncertainty with the local property market and because we were unsure whether we would permanently settle here. We have recently sold our UK home and plan to continue to rent here as we love the island and feel very settled. Our combined State and Private pensions generally cover our daily expenditure, including rent. The proceeds of our house sale was just over £250,000 and we wish to invest this to provide an additional income to pay for holidays and trips back to the UK to see our grandchildren. We are only receiving 0.4% interest on our savings, i.e. £1,000 per annum. What can we do to boost our income without taking high risks as we really want to generate around £5,000 or more ? A, Having decided to settle in Cyprus, it is quite common for retirees to sell their UK residence to allow either a purchase of a new home here or to release capital to in turn increase their income. Renting is certainly a sensible option although bargains are to be had for those wishing to buy. By selling up in the UK, you have released a large amount of capital that even after making allowances for your rent; you have released equity with a view of creating additional income for travelling etc. The first decision is to determine how much cash you wish to keep liquid to act as an emergency fund. Based on a capital sum available of £250,000 then I would generally advise you to maintain a balance of £20,000 - £40,000 on deposit. The remainder should then be invested into a spread of income producing investments that provide a combined yield above cash rates offered by the banks. Present investments that we recommend are yielding around 4-5 per cent which is far more than you are presently receiving. Whilst there are no guarantees, historically they have consistently outpaced cash rates and inflation. Based on a yield at the lower end of 4 per cent then using a figure of

£220,000 for investment purposes, this should be providing a regular income in the region of £8,800 per annum, much higher than the £1,000 you are currently receiving. You also have to consider your tax situation and whether any investment income you earn will be subject to local or foreign income tax. Thankfully, you will be pleased to know that we offer ‘tax efficient’ structures to hold your savings and investments that are exempt from both the EU Savings Tax Directive and local Defence Levy. The return quoted of £8,800 above is therefore not reduced but is the full net return to you. We have been offering these structures for over ten years and understandably they have become extremely popular in view of the terribly low interest rates offered elsewhere. For anyone looking to generate an investment income above cash rates and inflation then we have a tried and tested solution. Rate of exchange Another issue for you to consider is whether you should be converting the house proceeds from sterling into euro. Most of your expenses will be in Cyprus so it is natural to presume that your capital should also be invested in euro. The decision has however been clouded since Brexit with the pound falling over 15% against the euro since June. I would suggest that your emergency fund of £20,000 - £40,000 is converted to Euro. We could see further weakening of the pound this year but I feel that now is not the time to convert a substantial amount as I am sure the euro will start to show signs of cracks soon also meaning that we could see the pound rise next year – although significant uncertainty exists. By having a financial adviser qualified in investment management, he/she will guide you as to the types of investment to hold and periodically update you on developments, not only on your income portfolio but on other events that will effect your financial position. This should include views on exchange rates and local taxation. Selecting your financial adviser is therefore key to the success of your financial goals, especially as you appear not to have had any investment experience previously. Do not therefore be shy to ask for a reference or ask to speak to someone who has used their services already. Mark Hollingsworth, Director, Hollingsworth International Financial Services Ltd Tel: +357 99066840, +356 21316298 e-mail: info@hollingsworth-int.com Website: www.hollingsworth.eu.com Authorised by the Malta Financial Services Authority to provide investment services, license IS/32457

If you need to make regular or one-off transfers of money between banks and countries, then go to GrapevineCyprus. com and check out the TorFX Currency Converter on our download issues page or the links page.

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Sterling Weakness by Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI

On 14th January 2008 Sterling was trading at 0.91 (1.0989) against Euro, near to its lowest levels. Yesterday we saw similar levels as Sterling was trading at 0.9038 (1.1064) against Euro. This has a profound impact on UK expat income which is normally Sterling based but which needs to be exchanged to Euros to facilitate day to day requirements when residing in Cyprus The pound’s effective exchange rate, which is weighted to reflect the UK’s trade flows, hit a low of 73.38 on Tuesday 11th October 2016, according to the Bank of England; weaker than levels reached during the financial crisis and Sterling’s ejection from the European Rate Mechanism in 1992. The reason for Sterling weakness is that currency markets are pricing in a ‘Hard Brexit’. A ‘Hard Brexit’ is perceived to be one where the UK leaves the European Union entirely and does not have access to the EU’s single market. Between now and when the UK government eventually invoke Article 50 the pound will move up and down dependant on the comments of the government with regards to their intentions of how they want Brexit to look. If, as we get closer to that time there is political desire to have a softer Brexit, one that would allow the UK some access to the single market; then Sterling could strengthen, if not it is likely that Sterling could weaken further. Sterling has fallen by 15% against the Euro; 18% against the US Dollar and Swiss Franc and 28% against Japanese Yen since the vote to leave the EU. The FTSE 100 is enjoying all time highs due to the fact that many of the companies listed are trading globally and deriving much of their income in non Sterling currencies. UK exporters will benefit from the weak pound but consumers will feel the pinch when buying imported goods - as I write, petrol prices are about to be increased in the UK due to the fall of Sterling against USD.

Expats living in Cyprus who are affected by weak Sterling should prepare for further weakness and therefore fewer Euros in their pockets. It is extremely difficult to counter the loss of income brought about by the exchange rate movements. Interest rates on deposits continue at all time lows and retirees are increasingly desperate for their invested monies to grow to supplement reduced income. Investors must, in this current climate, be able to accept an element of risk to access the potential for growth/income and this is why it important to take professional investment advice. There is a good selection of managed funds and cheaper ETF’s that track an index aimed at providing income in GBP. Current dividend income yields range between 3. – 5.3% p.a. In addition for those who wish to have a more bespoke portfolio there are many individual shares that have a consistent dividend paying history that can be held within one’s portfolio. Also for those investors already holding a portion of their portfolio in Euro; Euro denominated funds and equities paying consistent dividends can be included. These are investments in equity markets and therefore capital will fluctuate along with market movements and is at risk. However, if an investor has a medium to long term investment time horizon and has sufficient monies separately from the investment portfolio to meet unforeseen expenditure then investing in equities should provide that much needed to boost to income While this does not help with the poor exchange rate one may receive, it will give the opportunity to enhance the level of GBP income which will offset some of the detrimental effects Sterling weakness. If you wish to discuss how dividends paying equities and/or equity funds may assist with your own financial planning please contact me. Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI: Elgin AMC Ltd,: Mobile 99579149: Fax: + 357 22 455626 Email: v.nagel@elginamc.com Website www.elginamc.com Elgin is a trade name of Numisma Capital Ltd which is authorised and regulated by CySEC (License Number 122/10) Opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not constitute financial advice in any way

To Grapevine Readers from TorFX We’ve been ridiculously busy here this week as you can well-imagine, what with the flash crash of Sterling. Good news for companies doing business with the UK and people sending money to the UK though! To put the recent market movements into perspective. If one of in the Euro-zone was making a £10K payment to a GBP account (perhaps a business invoice or tuition fees, maybe transferring savings or inheritance, deposit on a property etc.) the difference between the interbank rate at the beginning of last week and the rate today is just over €560 saving which is pretty considerable. Click the link on Grapevine website (see advert opposite). Best regards, Natalie Collins, Partnership Manager

Wine and Food Pairing with Selected Cypriot Dishes and Wines by Dr. Constantinos A. Iacovou

The Cyprus Cuisine that was chosen for this occasion is the local Cypriot one. Initially, a potential customer can be given the opportunity of two Appetizers’ selections to choose. The Lentil soup is the first selection and is more filling and aromatic (Bay Leave, Olive Oil, Vinegar) as well as the second appetizer. It is the Cyprus white goat Halloumi cheese which can be combined with a pleasant -machine or handmadeKadeifi Pastry with a spring light smell and texture of the Rose Water Syrup with the strawberries and honey in the recipe that can dilute the first salty taste of the cheese. Main Dishes The decided approach of each of the main dishes and dessert is based on the type of wine that is carefully selected with it. The Roast Lemon Lamb first main dish environment is chosen since is closer to the Cyprus ethnic backgrounds, can be served as a semi-formal occasion and is suitable for the early spring time when the winter has just departed. The wine that is selected is the dry red wine Orpheo Negro and the overall consideration for the overall persistence of an intensity of flavor and texture one is one found between a lasting, persistent finish and an intense one too. The aim of a clear pairing strategy is to achieve a similarity between the first main food dish and the Orpheo Negro wine components. Thus, the roast lamb of a meaty inherent flavor, and rich inherent texture received from the acidic, spicy lemon juices and aromatic herbs and spices (Pepper, oregano, garlic) are matched well with the Orpheo Negro wine’s soft acidity, drying tannin level, characteristic herbal flavor and full body texture coming from its grapes varieties of the Carignan Noir, Oeillade, and the Grenache. Also, the similarity in texture is achieved through the herbal grouping with the drying taste from the wine. The following second main dish is the Fried Fish with Rosemary and Vinegar. The semi-formal, dish is served during the latest winter, beginning of Spring and consists of an ethnic Cyprus background as it is the environment that is aimed. The overall persistence of an intensity of flavor and texture one is apparently a light one. The main pairing strategy is to maintain a similarity between the second chosen light bodied white dry Amathus wine components with the specified food ingredients of the dish. The similarity in texture is consisted of the aromatic taste of the food with the light texture of this wine. Also, its food components carry an inherent fishy flavor with an inherent rich texture. During its preparation shallow frying is completed together with the aromatic rosemary spikes, the garlic the black pepper the brown vinegar and white wine which enhances its acidity. The Amathus white dry wine consists of the Palomino and the Muscat of Alexandria grape varieties that give off a fruity scent a prickly tannin level with a light body texture. The wine and food pairing selection bring together the third main dish selection of the Chicken with Okra with the Thisbe medium dry wine. It is quite common that the particular dish with the particular type of Wines to be served during a semi-formal occasion during a mid-spring time all over the island as a first course. Here, light to lasting overall persistence and intensity of flavor and texture is highly projected. The pairing strategy is one that would follow a similarity between the both the food and wine components. In this scenario, the pairing strategy is one that pursues to enhance the vegetative smell of the okra which is fried in corn oil with the addition of the garlic and the peeled tomatoes, which can bring a more mouth filling taste together with the chicken. The slightly acidic taste generated from the garlic with the mild buttery texture from the corn oil 18

requests a slightly rich medium dry wine taste that Thisbe can offer. The wine’s components of off-dry sweetness along with a single tannic level are well-balanced with its fruity flavor. Its fresh body texture enhances the combination with the above dish. Dessert The overall persistence and intensity of flavor and texture of the next two is an overpowering one. It is one that brings together the baked quinces served as dessert together with the Commandaria St. John a sweet wine with a high alcohol allowing for the best match. The occasion is rather more formal as opposed with the previous wine and food pairing main dishes combinations. The environment with this combination has not any specific location boundaries but more ethnic ones due to the wine’s long famous history to the island. the best placement is right at the end with all the sweets and ripe fruits, although some people may consume it without any food pairing with soda and ice as well. The pairing strategy allows a perfect complement with the baked quinces or cherries when available. Its texture is consisting of an aromatic sweet food taste together with a fresh but overpowering of the Commandaria wine. Also, the main ingredients of this sweet dessert consist of an inherent light flavor and an inherent light texture along with the dessert’s baking preparation method. It is seasoning in cinnamon; the cherry liqueur blends in it together with the moist taste of powerful bouquet that comes off the wine’s earthy oak wood maturity. Also, the Commandaria wine has a high alcohol, oaky or earthy flavor, and almost a chewy, full body texture suitable mixture for the chosen sweet dessert. Dr. Constantinos A. Iacovou, Assistant Professor

Video for Friends’ Hospice A special video has been produced for The Friends’ Hospice in Paphos to illustrate the work of the facility in providing palliative care for the people of the region.

The six-minute production features staff and volunteers and explains what the hospice provides. It will be taken to schools, colleges and social clubs and will be shown on YouTube, Facebook and the hospice’s web page to explain the benefits of palliative treatment and how the hospice provides this. There will be two versions – one in English and another in Greek. Produced by Flybynite Productions and supported by RSS Logistics, the video features hospice doctors, nurses and volunteers. Medics movingly explain how they often bond with patients and share memories and emotions at this most sensitive time in their lives. Since it opened in 2006, The Friends’ Hospice has treated 1,250 patients suffering from illnesses for which there is no medical cure. It occupies its own dedicated wing in St George’s Polyclinic in Paphos and operates seven days a week throughout the year. Services are provided to all nationalities and religions, and are given free of charge, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for the care. It costs €300,000 a year to maintain the hospice and it relies on donations, voluntary fund-raising and on income from its charity shops in Kato Paphos, Pissouri, Polis, Geroskipou and Chlorakas. Speaking about the video, Chris Jones, President of The Friends’ Hospice Foundation, says: “It gives a wonderful insight into the essence of our work and how patients and staff interact. It was filmed sensitively to provide total privacy for those in our care yet provide a vision of the tasks undertaken by our doctors, nurses and volunteers. For those who have never visited a palliative care facility, it will show why the hospice’s services have been warmly welcomed and supported throughout the widespread community.” Successive ministers of health have praised the specialised work of The Friends’ Hospice and it is recognised as a centre of excellence for the provision of palliative care in the Paphos region.

West End Fish Restaurant by Cherry Dobbins

It had been a couple of years since I had last visited West End Fish Restaurant and I wanted to impress a ‘foodie’ friend with a local family taverna. I was surprised to see lots of red ‘Z’ plates parked outside. To be honest my heart sank because so many tavernas have now been ‘sanitised’ to meet the demands of the tourists. Necessary for the economy but not so good when your desire is some really good old fashioned Cypriot food. A good Cypriot fish taverna receives fresh local fish daily, often from a family member who is a fisherman. If the seas have been rough the small boats cannot go out to fish and so fresh fish will not be available. As we arrived at The West End a pick- up truck arrived and unloaded 3 trays of fish. I started to feel better. We were met and shown to a table and handed menus. My heart sank again. Previously we had always been taken to the kitchen to choose our fish. However when I asked what fish was fresh the waiter immediately smiled broadly and invited us to follow him into the kitchen. Here he took us to stand by the walk-in fridge and brought out three trays of assorted fish from which to choose. The fish were firm with clear eyes and we chose a medium sized bream to share along with a plate of fresh kalamari. We would have salad and dips to start. Inevitably chips would be served with the fish.

When you choose your fish this way you usually pay for it by weight and it does work out more expensive. You have to buy whole fish, you cannot choose half a big one! You could ask them to weigh it and give you the price if this worries you. The advantage is that you are sure of getting the freshest fish of the size you want. Back at the table we ordered a bottle of Persephone white wine. My friend normally only drinks red wine with a low tannin content and I was not sure that she would appreciate any of the red wines on offer. However, on this occasion, she bowed to my local knowledge and understanding of her palette. She now rates the Xinistiri grape as the only white wine that she will drink and my house stock of Petritis diminished considerably. The village salad was delicious as were the dips. The kalamari was lightly battered, crisp, golden and very tender. The fish, as always, was cooked to perfection and fell off the bone. The chips were crisp and well coloured on the outside and soft on the inside. My friend as very impressed and I was very happy. The West End Hotel and Restaurant is a family run establishment on the right hand side of the road close to St George’s harbour. I have never reserved a table but if you are a large party wanting fresh fish it may well be a good idea to phone beforehand. The telephone number is 26 621 555

Love It or Hate It - Marmite by Cherry Dobbins

Marmite hit the UK headlines recently when it seemed possible that a major supermarket chain may no longer stock it. The story was really all about the crashing pound and the effects of Brexit but I found it interesting that this little jar could hit the headlines in this manner. Looking on the internet I discovered a lot more facts about this product which has the ability to cause consternation in a country. The Urban Dictionary describes Marmite as ‘A black gooey spread, almost a form of yeast extract……’ ‘Marmite’ is the French word for a metal or earthenware, covered cooking pot. British Marmite was originally sold in earthenware pots. The glass jars came into being in the 1920’s. It is a British product sold under different names across the world. It was invented by Justus von Liebig in 1902. One source suggests it may have originated in Ancient Egypt as a by product of beer brewing. They spread it on bread and believed it was useful for chest ailments.

four months to repair the damage and start production again. This caused a supermarket run on the product and stocks sold out. On the internet it as seen priced at 200 times its normal price. Marmite as dubbed ‘Black Gold’ and the crisis as ‘Marmageddon’. There have been many special edition bottles including a 100th anniversary jar. Also a limited edition of 300,000 jars of Guinness Marmite was produced in 2007. This must have been a success as in 2008 a limited edition of 600,000 jars of Champagne Marmite was produced for St. Valentine’s day. The Roundhouse in London holds an exclusive club night called ‘Seductive Marmite’ In 2009 a family claimed to have found the face of Jesus in a jar

Marmite is made from the yeast extract that is a by product of beer brewing.

In 2010 the producer, Unilever, threatened legal action against The British National Party for using a jar of Marmite and the slogan ‘Love it or hate it’ in their television advertising.

The first factory as in Burton-Upon-Trent in England and The Bass Beer Company originally provided the waste yeast that was needed.

In 2011 a 20 ton lorry laden with Marmite overturned on the M1 and held up traffic for a considerable time.

It is approved by The Vegetarian Society for its high protein and vitamin B12 content.

Farmers & Crafters:

It is also a good source of Folic Acid and Vitamin B3.

FARMERS MARKET in Pano Akourdaleia Herb Garden Sunday 6/Nov, 10am-2pm. Local, natural and homemade! Supporting your local community by buying directly from the producers. Coffee shop on site. Great social atmosphere! For more details visit www.facebook.com/groups/heavenonearthherbals or contact 96425879/99993412.

The high Niacin content of Marmite led one study to suggest it might be useful in treating MRSA In Britain the word ‘Marmite’ has become a metaphor for an acquired taste or for something that tends to polarise opinion. There is a New Zealand version that is sold under different names in Australasia and The Pacific. It contains a little caramel and so has a slightly different flavour. In Australia it is marketed as ‘Our Mate’. Vegemite is made by somebody else in New Zealand it is called NZ Mite. There was a severe Marmite shortage when an earthquake damaged the New Zealand production plant. It was announced that it would take three or

FARMERS & CRAFTERS MARKET in Pano Akourdaleia Herb Garden Sunday 4/ Dec 10am-2pm. Local, natural, homemade and handmade. Supporting your local community by buying directly from the producers, artists and crafters. Coffee shop on site. Great social atmosphere! For more details visitwww.facebook.com/groups/heavenonearthherbals or contact 96425879/99993412. © Grapevine • November 2016

Recipes to Love or Hate by Cherry Dobbins

Marmite lovers probably already know that it goes very well with cheese, especially in cheese toasties. It also gives a real hit to a cottage or shepherd’s pie. Marmite toast soldiers are the best for dunking in your soft boiled egg.

with egg and then fold over the over side. Roll over so the join is on the bottom. Divide into 8 pieces.

Chill on a parchment lined baking tray for 15 minutes.

Taste for Marmite flavour and remember it will dilute when you add the icing sugar.

Nigella Lawson’s Spaghetti with Marmite 375g spaghetti

Brush the rolls with the remaining egg and sprinkle over the sesame seeds.

50g unsalted butter

Bake for 20 minutes.

Whisk in half the icing sugar and leave to cool. Whisk frequently whilst cooling so the consistency is regulated.

Repeat with the remaining pastry and sausage meat.

plenty of finely grated Parmesan cheese to serve

Use immediately or it will not spread properly.

Cook the spaghetti in a large pan of boiling water according to the instructions on the packet.

Marmite Chocolate Brownies From ‘Jenny-Cheetahs in my Shoes’ blog

When the spaghetti is almost cooked melt the butter in a small saucepan and add the Marmite along with a tablespoonful of the cooking water. Mix well and turn off the heat.

475g caster sugar 250g butter 200g dark chocolate, at least 70% cocoa, broken into small pieces

Reserve a cupful of the cooking water and then drain the pasta well.

5 eggs, beaten

Pour over the Marmite mixture and add a little of the cooking water if needed.

125g plain flour 75g cocoa

Sprinkle liberally with Parmesan and serve.

15g salted butter

Marmite Cashew Nuts Christmas is getting ever closer and these would make great nibbles to go with drinks.

10g mushrooms, finely chopped

200g unsalted cashews

1 tbsp. Marmite

1 tsp. Marmite

400g pork sausages, skins removed

seasoning to taste but no salt if you could only find salted cashews

1 small red onion, finely chopped 2 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped (1 tbsp. if dried) plain flour for dusting 215g sheet frozen pastry, thawed. Flaky, puff or even shortcrust. 1 beaten egg 1 tbsp. sesame seeds

Remove from the heat.

Whisk in remaining icing sugar a little at a time, checking for the consistency you want. If it gets too thick loosen it with a little milk.

1 tsp. Marmite (or more if you wish)

Marmite Sausage Rolls This recipe is adapted from a Waitrose recipe.

In a large pan melt the butter and add the brown sugar, milk and marmite. Stir till it comes to the boil and then let it cook, still stirring, for one minute.

Turn the oven to 200°C. In a large frying pan put the nuts, Marmite and a teaspoonful of water. Season to taste. Place over a low heat and stir gently till the nuts are all coated. Tip onto a baking tray and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool before serving

2 heaped tbsp. Marmite plus more to drizzle Turn oven to 180°C Place the caster sugar and butter in a pan, over a low heat and stir till melted and mixed Add the chocolate and keep stirring till melted and smooth. Take off the heat Add the eggs, flour, cocoa and Marmite. Stir till smooth and glossy. Pour into a non-stick baking tin and drizzle with Marmite. Arm the spoon beforehand so the Marmite runs smoothly. Bake for approximately 30 minutes. The top should be slightly crispy whilst it is still moist underneath. Remove from the oven and allow to cool – it will now become more dense. When cool tip out and cut into pieces.

Heat the butter in a large frying pan and cook the mushrooms over a high heat for about 3 minutes, until browned and all the liquid has evaporated. Stir in the Marmite and cool. In a bowl mix together the marmite mushrooms, sausage meat, onion and thyme. Season to taste remembering the Marmite is salty. Turn oven to 200°C On a floured surface, unroll the pastry and halve lengthways. Roll each half out about 3cm. wider. Halve the sausage meat and place in a cylinder shape along the middle of each pastry strip. Fold one long side over the sausage meat, brush 20

Marmite Buttercream If this sounds like a step too far and something out of The Vicar of Dibley consider salted caramel. It goes well in a chocolate cake. Make and cool the cake before making the buttercream as it needs using immediately. 120g unsalted butter 180ml milk 440g soft brown sugar 480g icing sugar 2 tsp. Marmite 2 tbsp. milk (as needed)

ADHD/ADD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder/Attention deficit disorder by Dr Vasilios Silivistris, DipComp DipSup MBACP BA MA FRSH PhD

Is a biological condition that is characterised by poor attention and distractibility and/or hyperactive and impulsive behaviours. It is one of the most common mental disorders that develop in children. If left untreated, ADHD/ADD can lead to poor school/work performance, poor social relationships and a general feeling of low self esteem. In addition, symptoms of ADHD/ADD may continue into adolescence and adulthood. As many as one third of children with ADHD/ADD have one or more coexisting behavioural conditions. The most common of these are; Inattention. Individuals who are inattentive have difficulty staying focused and attending to mundane tasks. They are easily distracted by irrelevant sights and sounds, shift from one activity to another, and seem to get bored easily. They may appear forgetful and even spacey or confused as if “in a fog.” Organising and completing tasks is often extremely difficult, as is sorting out what information is relevant versus irrelevant. An individual with inattentive symptoms may have great difficulty keeping up with items, frequently losing things and living life in a disorganised way. Time management is also often an issue. An individual with the predominately inattentive type of ADHD may even appear sluggish, lethargic and slow to respond and process information. Hyperactivity. Individuals who are hyperactive have excessively high levels of activity, which may present as physical and/or verbal over activity. They may appear to be in constant motion, perpetually “on the go” as if driven by a motor. They have difficulty keeping their body still moving about excessively, squirming or fidgeting. Individuals who are hyperactive often feel restless, may talk excessively, interrupt others, and monopolise conversations not letting others get in a word. It is not unusual for an individual with hyperactive symptoms to engage in a running commentary on the activities going on around them. Their behaviours tend to be loud and disruptive. This difficulty regulating their own activity level often creates great problems in social, school and work situations.

Impulsivity. Individuals who are impulsive have trouble inhibiting their behaviours and responses. They often act and speak before thinking, reacting in a rapid way without considering consequences. They may interrupt others, blurt out responses, and rush through assignments without carefully reading or listening to instructions. Waiting turns and being patient is extremely difficult for someone who is impulsive. They prefer speed over accuracy and so often complete tasks quickly, but in a careless manner. Their lack of impulse control can not only be dangerous, but can also create stress in school/work and in relationships with others. Adults with ADHD/ADD show an even higher incidence of additional or accompanying disorders, they may also suffer from; • Depression, • Mood disorders, • Substance addictions, • Anxiety, • Phobias, • Behavioural problems. Treatment. Treatment of ADHD/ADD has two important components, psychotherapy/ Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and medication. There is a significant amount of research demonstrating that medication alone will not help address so many of the core issues a child (or adult) with ADHD/ ADD has. So while medication may help with immediate relief, the person with ADHD/ADD still often needs to learn the skills needed (CBT)to be successful while living with this condition.

Dr Vasilios Silivistris is a UK trained Psychotherapist and Counselling practitioner. Tel: 99 109177. Email: v.silivistris@btinternet.com

Paphos Classic Vehicle Club Paphos Classic Vehicle Club is a group of people who either own or appreciate classic vehicles, and enjoy getting together, using and discussing them. We usually hold our monthly Socials at the Ayios Epiphanios Taverna in Anarita on the third Saturday of the month at 15.00 Not all members actually own a classic vehicle, and some that do are in the process of restoring them and use their ‘modern’ vehicles in the meantime. Thanks to all who brought their beautiful Classic Cars to the annual Episkopi Fete and to members of other classic car clubs who joined us for this event. Thanks also to our ladies who provided us with tea and bacon sandwiches while we erected our stands ,polished our cars and talked. A good day in good company. Over the coming months we will be arranging mid week lunch runs where we meet up somewhere centrally in Paphos then travel together approx one to two hours to a taverna or Restaurant for lunch.

PACIKAF

So if you would like to join us contact the number below for dates and times.

Cancer, Illness, Loss and Grief Course 2017

Happy Motoring. Ian.

Would you like to work for the nurses of PACIKAF?

We are looking for people who have empaphy, availability and commitment.

Phone: 99046466 Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Paphclassics

PACIKAF will be holding an eight session training course which will equip volunteers to support nurses, cancer patients and their carers in a non medical capacity. Dates: Tuesday February 7th until and including Tuesday March 28th. Hours: 10am until 4p.m Venue: Saint Michaels Hospice, Mesa Chorio Applications for interview should be made to The Cancer Support and Information Helpline 97 76 0989

Website: www.paphosclassicvehicleclub.weebly.com for regular updates and details of events.

Paphos Writers Group PWG Poetry & Illustration Competition 2016 Paphos, October 18, 2016– The Paphos Writers Group (PWG) are currently running a Poetry & Illustration competition across the local schools in Paphos. The competition’s topic is “Safety and Keeping safe”. The children have been given a poem written by Mr Eddy Kent, a member of PWG, to use as a basis for the illustration competition and as inspiration for the poetry competition. The idea of the competition is to encourage and enthuse children to write poetry and use their imaginations to produce wonderful illustrations. PWG hope to hold this competition annually as it has been very well received by the schools involved. This year, TLC Private School and the International School of Paphos (ISOP) have entered with added interest from the Aspire School. The winners will be announced in early November and they will receive prizes, donated by PWG at a ceremony which will be held at Neo’s Sports Club, Peyia. PWG would like to thank the staff at each school and Neo’s Sport’s Club for supporting the competition. If you would like more information about this topic, please contact John Goodwin at 99203102 or email at jennie@pasolutionservices.com. Website http://www.paphoswritersgroup.org

Maggie’s Beauty Spot: Style and Body Confidence ‘Good fashion and style have no relation to your age’. How can you introduce colour into your wardrobe, get body confidence and wear clothes to make you appear slimmer. Why do you think women lack body confidence? The main reason is that there is a lack of education. Body confidence at school is non-existent and should be put on the curriculum. There are some other huge contributing factors - the press has their part to play, with headlines talking about size zero or shaming celebrities because of weight gain. Also the fashion industry has a lot to answer for – they have created a difficult place for women to be sometimes. Also, if you’ve never been that comfortable with your body, or the clothes you wear, then how can you be expected to be, just because you reach a certain age? That expectation is enormous to reach. Why do women shy away from colourful outfits? Colour is quite a scary thing and it comes down to personality and confidence. You may not necessarily want to wear a bright colour if you don’t want to stand out from the crowd. It’s down to lack of experience too. For example if you were used to cooking an omelette every evening and someone asked you to cook a roast dinner you’d be scared, it would feel exotic and elaborate. The same goes for wearing colour, patterns or design. How could you start to introduce a colour into your wardrobe? First you need to do a wardrobe edit, organising everything and putting it into compartments for work wear, casual wear and formal wear. Take everything out that you don’t wear or doesn’t fit any longer. When clothes don’t fit they make you feel bad about yourself. Start introducing colour slowly through accessories – scarves, bags, make up. Go for block

colours or prints, and build it up gradually. You may only ever get to the accessories stage and that’s okay. Or you may want to go crazy with the colour – whatever works for you. What does colour do to our confidence? The simple rule of thumb is the brighter the colour the more stimulus you’re going to get. If you’re wearing a bright colour then people will probably react when their speaking to you and in turn this will change how you feel about yourself. What are the most common fashion dilemmas heard from older women? Most older women are bored of their wardrobes and possibly stuck in their ways - they’ve looked the same way for numerous years and they don’t know how to get out of that style rut. They’re scared of dressing like their mums, but at the same time know they can’t dress like a teenager anymore. Fashion and style have no relation to age, if you’re in your seventies and love Topshop then wear Topshop, it’s up to you. And equally if you’re in your twenties and want to wear a pinafore and a peter pan blouse then don’t be afraid to do it! It’s about having your own style and understanding what you appreciate and what you like. Style tricks - to accentuate the waist, tucking in tops to skirts and trousers really works. This will always make you look skinny as it creates a waist line, especially if it’s two different fabrics or colours - that partition will make your waist seem smaller – if you are a “fuller lady” this won’t apply. Another trick for the waist is to broaden two areas such as your hips or your shoulders. Try wearing a circle skirt or shoulder pads, it gives the illusion of being skinner than you are. Belts and single breasted jackets are great too. To book a colour consultation, contact Maggie Wright, Colour Me Beautiful 99318477. 10% off for Grapevine readers. Don’t forget Christmas is around the corner – gift vouchers available.

Anyone For Apple Pie? by david Waite

It has been said that in order to make an apple pie from scratch, one first has to re-create the universe! It sounds a bit bizarre, but you’ll probably understand what is implied if you think about it for a moment. For an apple pie to be made lots of things have to happen – soil has to be created, a tree planted, wheat made into flour, electricity or gas produced, a building erected – I could go on.... Bringing an apple pie into existence requires the involvement of many people, most of whom will never meet each other. No one person can make an apple pie on their own – or anything else for that matter. Do you like getting help from people, or do you prefer to be completely independent? Life is such that assistance never seems to be there when one really needs it, but aid is available when not required! However, there is a limit to how much any one person can do on their own. Humans were designed to live in groups where, in an ordered society, help is given when necessary. In fact the mark of a civilised society is that assistance is offered to the most vulnerable - the very young, the very old, the sick, the disabled and the poor. So, there is no shame in admitting that you need help from time to time. It might be as simple as asking someone to unscrew the lid off a stubborn pot of marmalade, or as complex as seeking professional advice on how to sort out of a financial situation that has been steadily growing for ages, and then suddenly becomes uncontrollable. Whatever you think about Jesus (and I happen to believe that He is the Messiah promised in the first few chapters of Genesis, with that promise being repeated throughout the whole of the Old Testament before being totally confirmed in the New), He was someone who knew what it was to lend a helping hand. We see Him as a guest at a wedding feast when a very embarrassing situation occurred – the wine ran out. His mother gave the servants some great advice – ‘Whatever He says to you – do it”, and that wedding went down in history. And the water He turned into wine went down well too – the best that they had ever tasted. We find Him helping His tired fisherman friends who had been toiling all night, without a single fish to show for it. He told them what to do – and their nets almost broke with the weight of the fish. We see Him rescue a frightened woman from a crowd of religious bigots who wanted to use her to try and trap Him by making Him either condone or condemn her actions. He did neither, but told her to go and sin no more. We also see Him stop the flow of blood of a woman with a serious and socially unacceptable condition, allowing her to come back into society again, and then go on to bring back to life a little girl who had died, encouraging her to sit up and have something to eat. I wonder if there is any area of your life where you could do with some help? Maybe you have never admitted it to anyone. But you can tell it to Jesus – He knows how to keep a secret, and to help those in need. If you don’t believe me – try asking Him and see what happens. And pop into NTCC sometime. Meanwhile, anyone for apple pie......?

Anglican Church Annual Charity Christmas Fayre The members of The Anglican Church of Paphos are busy creating wonderful things with all sorts of materials, baking and preserving, collecting bric a brac, books and nearly new clothes and much, much more as we prepare for a very special date on the calendar.

On Wednesday 7th December at 11.30 a.m. the doors of the Monte Liza Wedding Venue, Mesogi Avenue, Paphos (The Polis Road) will open to reveal all! We certainly hope that you will save the date and come to be part of this very special annual fundraising event. Last year, in just four hours, we raised a massive €10,000 to distribute to 23 charities, both large and small, all based locally here in Cyprus. With your help we now want to raise at least as much as that again this year. Father Christmas will declare the event open at 11.30 a.m. and children from the TLC Private School in Peyia will perform a range of seasonal songs to add some real Christmas magic from 12.15, as you enjoy our stalls and attractions run by some 100 church volunteers and their friends. There will be mouth-watering hot and cold, seasonal food and drinks on offer so do plan to stay with us for lunch. The Cyprus Police Band will again be on hand to add some extra Christmas cheer from 1p.m. There will be opportunities to shop for Christmas gifts and decorations and you can try your hand at a range of traditional games until we draw for the many valuable prizes in our Grand Raffle at around 3p.m. while you enjoy a cup of tea and a mince pie perhaps. Maybe your €1 entrance programme will be among the lucky ones too? Christmas is a special time for children so they come in to join us free. Please be there to help us make a very real difference to people in our local community, many of whom are in need of our help this Christmas. They are so grateful for the support our event gives them.

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From Thursday 6th until Sunday 9th October the training for artists and creative practitioners from five European countries, including Bulgaria, Lithuania, Ireland, UK and Cyprus took place in Paphos. Sixteen people – including designers, arts managers, visual artists and theatre makers – worked with 5 trainers from outdoor arts specialists Walk the Plank (UK) to explore techniques including the use of light, fire and choreography in outdoor theatre, and aspects of event management. In addition, teachers from 28 schools around Paphos took part in training to learn how to make lanterns from willow and tissue paper. They will take this technique back into their schools, and work with children who will then carry the lanterns they make as part of the Opening ceremony for Paphos2017 in January. As the final element of the training school, everyone came together to make a small procession and a celebration in Geroskipou Square on Sunday evening. This was a chance for the team to try out their ideas about animating the public realm: the Square ended up illuminated by lanterns and fire sculpture created by the participants. The event attracted attention from local families and young people; and was supported by the Mayor of Geroskipou, and the many teachers who came to carry lanterns with their own families. Drummers from the Paphos Municipality Band provided a rhythmic accompaniment to the procession into the Square, to the delight of those gathered in the coffee shops and restaurants nearby. “Events like this can bring communities together in shared celebrations of place and local identity” said Liz Pugh, Walk the Plank’s director. “We are working towards the Opening ceremony, and the teachers of Paphos are a vital piece of the jigsaw, which will see a team of Cypriot artists collaborating with international artists”. Working together, we will make a spectacular free outdoor event that will provide a fitting opening to our city’s year of culture” added Georgia Doetzer, Paphos2017 Artistic Programme Director. “This training has given me new skills and confidence, as well as starting a new network of cities linked to the European Capitals of Culture, like Plovdiv (Bulgaria) and Kaunas (Lithuania).” The next School of Spectacle, in Ireland, will take place in 2017, when several artists from Paphos will travel to Limerick to be part of the next international training programme, designed to develop new audiences for cultural activity as well as transEuropean employment opportunities. The two year investment from Europe was secured through the Creative Europe fund, and is supported by Paphos2017. Photo by foto LARKO, Paphos