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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Society Marbella published by and produced by: PUBLISHER Andy Clark DESIGNER Constanza Mtz

An insight into January

EDITOR Laura-Jane Bruce editor@iconpublishing.es ASSOCIATE EDITOR Nicola McGeorge info@iconpublishing.es FEATURES EDITOR Christie Holland christie@iconpublishing.es MARKETING & PR MANAGER Luna Siebrasse luna@iconpublishing.es

HAPPY NEW YEAR W

elcome to the January 2012 issue of SOCIETY MARBELLA, we hope you have recovered from the Christmas celebrations and haven’t broken your New Year’s resolutions already! If you haven’t had the chance to decide yet, turn to page 38 for Giles Brown’s humorous take on how to reinvent yourself in 2012.

Even though the festive season is behind us, we have decided to share with you a very exciting exclusive, SOCIETY MARBELLA has teamed up with Ocean Clinic, Mark Dental Clinic, Advanced Hair Studio and Talk Radio Europe to offer two readers the chance to win the transformation of a lifetime. Marbella Makeover will follow the journey of two candidates, chosen by you, who will undergo everything from plastic surgery and hair replacement therapy to dental implants and dermatological treatments. If you know of someone who would benefit from this life-changing opportunity nominate them (or yourself) online at MarbellaMakeover.com or SocietyMarbella.com.

We are delighted to note that while other local media are taking a break this month, we are setting the agenda with a jam-packed issue boasting an in-depth introduction to the SLS AMG Roadster in our authoritative motoring segment ‘Torque Talk,’ and a pacesetting look at the most state-of-the-art gadgets available in the new year.

Our newest feature ‘The Edit’ provides a stylish insight into the uber-trends for 2012, plus of course there is our customary and unrivalled coverage of the best parties on the coast over the yuletide period.

We hope you enjoy this exciting start to the year, and we would like to take a moment to thank all of our devoted readers and valued clients for their continued support, we look forward to a prosperous and successful 2012.

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CONTENTS

The Edit

What’s hot in the world of fashion

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Who’s in...Who’s out

Celebrity Spotlight

The glitterati of Marbella

Spotlighting the revolutionary artist, Adele

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The Beauty Barometer

Top treatments and beauty products

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Torque Talk

Top Ten

On the road with the most elite cars

Top news snippets from the world of entertainment

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Feel-good Factor

Health and beauty news from along the coast

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Innovative technology and gadgets

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A List Antics

All the gossip and glamour straight from straight from Hollywood

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Wired

Keep it real

The hottest properties on the coast

Costa Cuisine

Wining and dining at the finest eateries

92 Obsessed with youth Society Marbella delves into this worldwide phenomenon

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Little black book

Comprehensive directory of local businesses

Society Pinboard

A round up of the month’s events

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Individually tailored to each candidate, no challenge is too big in the quest to revolutionize two lives. From liposuction, rhinoplasty and botox, to tooth implants, breast reconstruction and hair transplants, this is an opportunity to really make a difference to someone’s life, and we want to bring you all along for the ride. Whilst the dental, dermatological and cosmetological treatments are taking place, we will keep you informed on how the candidates are feeling, their emotional rollercoaster, and their elations as they are slowly transformed.

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CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT

This month we turn the spotlight on The BRIT School alumni

Adele Everything you ever needed to know about this distinctive sounding and extraordinarily talented artist

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Adele Laurie Blue Adkins Born May 05, 1988 Soul/Jazz Singer From Tottenham, London

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dele was born Adele Laurie Blue Adkins and came from a nonmusical family, albeit a very supportive one. Her mother used to set up a stage for her in their home where Adele performed shows for her mother’s friends. Her secondary school life didn’t have a particularly strong influence on her singing career; it was only when she entered The BRIT School she began the route to stardom. Enrolling at the school that had graduated famous names like Amy Winehouse, Kate Nash and Leona Lewis, Adele met an inspirational singer named Shingai Shoniwa who we know as the beautifully talented lead singer of the The Noisettes.

Living next door to Shoniwa offered Adele the opportunity to jam with her and develop her musical style.

She later confessed that Shoniwa was the reason she “wanted to be a writer and not just sing Destiny’s Child songs.”

CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT Like many other aspiring singers, Adele opened a Myspace account, using it as a platform to share her passion with the rest of the world. By 2004, she was considered a popular online singer but it wasn’t until two years later that she gained a prominent opportunity to showcase her talent. After graduating from The BRIT School in May 2006, she toured around with friends from the industry Jamie T, Jack Penate, and Davendra Banhart.

Through Jamie T’s indie label, Pacemaker Records, she released an album entitled ‘Hometown Glory’ that was only available on seven inch vinyl format.

By now, Adele had caught the attention of many record companies, but it was XL Recordings that singed the deal.

She released her debut album ‘19’, through the label in January 2008; the LP went straight to number one in the UK primarily due to the extremely popular track, Chasing Pavements.

The album was also certified platinum four times in the UK. ‘19’ was then prepared for release throughout the US with a date set for June 10 2008. Her career in the US was boosted by a viewer recordbreaking Saturday Night Live episode in late 2008.

Her laid-back and down-to-earth attitude is part of the reason fans adore and relate to her as a positive role model.

In 2009, she was nominated for four Grammys and won two of them;

Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. Two years later, she released her second album ‘21’ on January 19 2011. “I’m very excited, nervous, eager, anxious but chuffed to announce my new album! It’s taken a while and it knocked me for six when writing it,” she said of the new release.

“It’s different from 19, it’s about the same things but in a different light. I deal with things differently now. I’m

more patient, more honest, more forgiving and more aware of my own flaws, habits and principles. Something that comes with age I think. So fittingly this record is called ‘21’. The whole reason I called my first album ‘19’ was about cataloging what happened to me then and who I was then, like a photo album you see the progression and changes in a person throughout the years.”

The album received critical acclaim and made Adele a record-breaking success, selling 208,000 copies in its first week in the UK, and debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart, a position it managed to retain for an astonishing 16 weeks.

In the United Kingdom, ‘21’ has been certified 12 times platinum for shipment of 3.6 million units.

Adele’s success continued stateside with ‘21’ debuting at number one on the Billboard 200, selling 352,000 copies in its first week alone.

Adele is the first living artist to achieve the accomplishment of two top five hits in both the UK Official Singles Chart and the Official Albums Chart simultaneously since the Beatles in 1964.

‘21’ has spent 11 consecutive weeks at number one in the UK, the longest ever by a female solo artist on the UK albums chart, beating Madonna’s nine weeks at number one in 1990 with her greatest hits compilation The Immaculate Collection. Across the pond, the album has spent a total of thirteen weeks at number one on the Billboard 200, the longest an album has held the top position since 1998.

As of December 2011, Adele has sold 18 million albums worldwide, 5 million with ‘19’ and 13 million with her sophomore album ‘21’. Somehow we don’t think her phenomenal success will stop here.

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Each month Society Marbella brings you our snippets from the world of entertainment. What to see, what to watch and what not to miss!

By Christie Holland

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ONE FOR THE MONEY

Based on the first novel in Janet Evanovich´s bestselling series, One For The Money tells the story of Stephanie Plum, an unemployed lingerie buyer. Plum convinces her bail bondsman cousin Vinnie to give her a shot as a bounty hunter. Her first job is to track down a former cop Joe Morelli, who is on the run for murder, he just happens to be the same man who broke her heart years before.

With the help of some friends and the best in the business, she slowly learns what it takes to truly become a bounty hunter.

THE TWILIGHT SAGA BREAKING DAWN PART 1: THE OFFICIAL ILLUSTRATED MOVIE COMPANION

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Breaking Dawn has finished at the cinema, and who knows how long we will have to wait to for the DVD? However, don´t panic! The Official Illustrated Movie Companion is now available featuring exclusive full colour images and copious facts and behind the scenes information regarding the most recent Twilight Saga edition.

PRIVATE: #1 SUSPECT

BY JAMES PATTERSON AND MAXINE PAETRO

We are big fans of James Patterson in the SOCIETY MARBELLA office, and his latest release does not disappoint. Private, founded by former marine Jack Morgan, has become the world’s most effective investigation firm sought out by the famous and the powerful to discreetly handle their most intimate problems. When Jack’s former lover is found murdered in his bed, he is instantly the number one suspect. While he is under police investigation, the mob coerces him into recovering $30 million in stolen pharmaceuticals, and the beautiful manager of a luxury hotel chain persuades him to discreetly investigate a string of murders at her properties. While Jack is fighting for his life, one of his closest confidents and colleagues threatens to leave Private, and Jack realizes he is confronting the cleverest and most powerful of enemies. With more action, more intrigue, and more twists than ever before, Private: #1 Suspect is James Patterson at his unstoppable best.

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The nation’s favourite motoring show returns to our televisions this month. Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May are back with the 18th season of Top Gear, complete with their anything but standard adventures, discoveries and celebrity guests. Following the memorable Christmas special in India, fans will be delighted to hear that the comedic geniuses will be back in their living rooms every Sunday evening.

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THE GREY

The Grey reunites director Joe Carnahan with producers Ridley Scott and Tony Scott as well as actor Liam Neeson, who collaborated on the 2010 action film The A-Team. It follows an unruly group of oilrig roughnecks stranded in Alaska after a plane crash. Battling mortal injuries and cruel weather, the survivors have only a few days to escape the icy elements and a brutal pack of rogue wolves on the hunt, before their time runs out.

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HAYWIRE

Gina Carano stars as freelance covert operative Mallory Kane, who is hired out by her handler to countless global entities to execute operations that governments’ don’t have the capability to authorize and heads of state would rather dismiss. After a mission to rescue a hostage in Barcelona, Mallory is quickly sent off to another mission in Dublin. When the operation becomes twisted and Mallory finds she has been double crossed, she needs to use all of her skills, tricks and abilities to escape an international manhunt, make it back to the United States, protect her family and take revenge on those that have betrayed her.

This exciting release starring Tom Hanks, Sandra Bullock and Thomas Horn tells the story of nine-year-old amateur inventor, jewellery designer, astrophysicist, tambourine player, and pacifist, Oskar, who attempts to solve a family mystery. Two years after his father is killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks, the curious boy discovers a mysterious key hidden in a household vase and begins an exhaustive search throughout New York for the matching lock.

Nº8 THE DIVIDE

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In this graphic and violent, post-apocalyptic thriller, nine strangers; all tenants of a New York high rise apartment escape a nuclear attack by hiding out in the building’s bunker-like basement. Trapped for days underground with no hope for rescue, and only unspeakable horrors awaiting them on the other side of the bunker door, the group begins to descend into madness, each turning on one another with physical and psycho-sexual torment.

As supplies diminish, and tensions flare, and they grow increasingly unhinged by their close quarters and hopelessness, each act against one another becomes more depraved than the next. While everyone in the bunker allows themselves to be overcome by desperation and lose their humanity, one survivor holds onto a thin chance for escape even with no promise of salvation on the outside.

THE RETURN OF THE HEARTLESS MONSTER BY 50 CENT

This month sees the release of 50 Cent´s latest album, The Return of the Heartless Monster, described as a more traditional hip hop album than the previously planned release Black Magic, which was shelved by 50 due to being too dance friendly. This recent offering features collaborations with producers Bangladesh and Swizz Beatz and rappers Lil’ Boosie, among others.

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EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE

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GIDEON´S CORPSE

BY DOUGLAS PRESTON

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Gideon´s Corpse is the latest release by number one Wall Street Journal bestselling authors Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. The story focuses on a top nuclear scientist who takes an innocent family hostage at gunpoint, killing one and causing a massive standoff. A cloud of radiation above New York City leads to a warehouse where, it appears, a powerful nuclear bomb was assembled just hours before. Sifting through the evidence, authorities determine that the unthinkable is about to happen: in ten days, a major American city will be vaporized by a terrorist attack.

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It appears Demi Moore is sticking with @MrsKutcher! No, she hasn´t had a change of heart about her cheating husband, but she has decided to retain her now somewhat controversial name on Twitter exclaiming she has more important issues to deal with. She announced, “Changing my twitter name isn’t a top priority right now.

Sorry it bothers so many of u. Should I not tweet until I do? Does it really matter?” she added.

Society Marbella brings you all the gossip and glamour straight from Hollywood

By Christie Holland Images courtesy of Solarpix

Last month SOCIETY MARBELLA revealed People magazine’s sexiest man; The Hangover heartthrob, Bradley Cooper. This month, we are pleased to announce it’s the ladies turn. Jennifer Aniston has been named hottest women in the world, beating Angelina Jolie and the iconic Marilyn Monroe. “Funny is sexy, and Jennifer Aniston is funny,” Mens Health explains, “Her downto-earth persona makes her seem attainable... and her all-too-human love life off-screen inspires sympathy that not even a string of bland romantic comedies can diminish. Other sex symbols drift toward one-dimensionality, becoming flat icons in the process, but throughout her career, Aniston has remained sexy, funny, and unmistakably real.”

ONE TO WATCH!

Lily Collins is most famous for being the daughter of legendry musician, Phil Collins but with some major film roles under her belt she is beginning to carve her

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Jessica Simpson has always struggled with

her weight, ever since appearing in those micro, mini shorts for The Dukes of Hazard, the press have harassed her over every pound gained.

However, it may seem the public humiliation has done one thing a favour… her bank balance. The former Newlyweds star has signed a three million dollar deal with Weight Watchers to become their latest spokesperson. After having her baby, she will begin on the Weight Watchers regime to drop the pounds. The deal works in everyone’s favour, as Jessica will be striving to get into tip top shape for her upcoming wedding to fiance Eric Johnson; I’m sure she will be more than happy being paid to count her ‘points!’

Vogue is renowned as the ultimate fashion bible; predicting trends and showcasing the most prestigious of designers. They recently reached new heights by featuring their oldest cover star in history; truly showcasing that ultimate beauty and style has no age limit. 62 year old Meryl Streep graced the front of the prestigious publication and can now add Vogue cover model to her coveted resume which includes 16 Oscar nominations (two wins) and 25 Golden Globe nods (two wins).

Each month SOCIETY MARBELLA shares a secret with you. It may be the freshest music artist, an exciting new designer or the next A list actress, but whoever it is, you know they are one to watch.

This month, Society Marbella has its eyes on actress, LILY COLLINS. own career as one of Hollywood’s most in demand young actresses.

Lily was born in Guildford, Surrey, to Phil Collins and his second wife, American-born Jill Tavelman. She is the half-sister of actress Joely Collins and musician Simon Collins, and also has two half-brothers from her father’s remarriage. She is currently a student at the University of Southern California with a Major in broadcast journalism. Collins started acting at the age of two in the BBC series Growing Pains. She moved to the United States when she was five and began performing theatre at the Youth Academy for Dramatic Arts. As a teenager, Collins wrote a column for British magazine Elle Girl. She has also written for Seventeen, Teen Vogue, and the Los

Angeles Times magazines. Collins was selected by Chanel to wear one of its gowns at the 2007 Bal des Débutantes at the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris, which was featured on season three of the reality TV show The Hills, during which co-stars Lauren Conrad and Whitney Port continued their work experience for Teen Vogue by assisting with the prestigious event. She was picked

by Spain’s Glamour magazine in 2008 as their “International model of the year” and appeared on their cover in August 2009. Lily continued to dabble in television with two appearances in the television show 90210. It was her role in the 2009 film The Blind Side where she played Collins Tuohy, the daughter of Sandra Bullock’s character Leigh Anne

Tuohy when her career reached new heights. She continued to pursue interesting roles such as the warrior priest’s niece Lucy in the thriller Priest, opposite Paul Bettany, and as Karen in the 2011 action film Abduction with Taylor Lautner.

Collins is set to star in the first film adaptation of the New York Times bestselling “The Mortal Instruments” novels by Cassandra Clare, playing sixteen-year-old Clary Fray as well as taking on the starring role in Mirror Mirror, an upcoming adaptation of the Snow White fairytale, co-starring Julia Roberts. With a glowing C.V and exceptionally bright future ahead, keep your eyes out for this glowing starlet… and remember we told you first!

Five months after her tragic death, Amy Winehouse has topped the charts again.

Lioness: Hidden Treasures, Winehouse´s third album, reached the coveted spot and features a collection of original songs as well as covers of other artists’ tracks. The album was put together by Mark Ronson and friends who shifted through a large number of previously recorded vocal tracks by Amy. £1 from each copy goes to the Amy Winehouse Foundation, an addiction charity set up after her death at her flat in Camden, North London in July 2011. Amy’s mum Janis revealed, “It’s such amazing news the album’s at No1, and just goes to show what she still means to people.”

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SOCIETY MARBELLA´s November cover star, Madonna, has a busy year ahead. It is expected she will drop her highly anticipated album this spring and in February, she’ll not only release her film “W.E.” but she’s also set to take to the stage during the Super Bowl halftime show. The singer/songwriter moved on from Warner Music Group and signed with American record label, Interscope Records last year in preparation for her new release, expect BIG things (as if Madonna could get any bigger!) as Interscope is the brand behind the phenomenal success of Lady Gaga and Eminem. The pop queen is expected to produce three albums under the new flag after performing without new material for five years.

Following Piers Morgan’s departure from US talent show America’s Got Talent, Howard Stern has been announced as his replacement. The American radio personality will provide his feedback on the colourful array of optimistic future starlets who are currently auditioning in major cities around America for the show’s upcoming seventh season. “Howard Stern’s larger-than-life personality will bring a thrilling new dynamic to ‘America’s Got Talent’ starting this summer,” said Paul Telegdy, President of Alternative and Late Night Programming, NBC. “He’s a proven innovator and his track record in broadcasting is truly remarkable. Howard is very passionate about this show and is fully committed to its future success.¨

If they are hooking up or breaking up, we know about it!

TAKE TWO AGE CONCERN Extensive age gaps are common practice when it comes to celebrity pairings but in normality, 32 year old Caroline Flack dating 17 year old babyfaced Harry Styles of One Direction is a little… WEIRD! The Xtra Factor presenter spoke to Now magazine regarding her toyboy, “It’s a social thing that people aren’t accepting of big age gaps,” she said. “What’s hard for me to get my head around is people saying that it’s disgusting...

If two people like each other and get on, why does anyone else find a negative in it?” Maybe because he isn’t old enough to order a glass of wine and you are old enough to be his mum!

TAKE TWO

Second weddings usually take place later in life, however in the world of celebland we know nothing quite fits normality! 22 year old Peaches Geldof announced her news to the Daily Mail exclaiming, ¨Yes, I´m engaged!¨ However, is seems she has learnt from her previous relationship faux pas, declaring, ¨We don’t want to get married for a couple of years yet though so don’t expect me in a dress yet. I’m so happy!”

GETTING FREAKY

It’s not often we find out about couples who happily admit they don’t want anything serious, however Cameron Diaz and Sean Diddy Combs are all about the casual relationship! They were spotted making out like teenagers in New York City but insist they are not romantically involved!

The word booty call comes to mind!?

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SUCCESS

Obsessed with Youth

By Christie Holland

Images courtesy of Solarpix

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ame favour the young and youth is ubiquitous, with stars such as 15 year old Hayley Steinfield and 13 year old Elle Fanning fronting luxury designer campaigns, and 24 year old Megan Fox chosen as the face of Georgio Armani’s Regenessence’s Youth Regenerator and Rejuvenating Cream, marketed as a product for reducing the appearance of wrinkles, today’s society worships youthfulness and the prospect of staying young.

Ten years ago, stars usually appeared on our radar in their twenties and then took on their defining roles catapulting them to A List status in their thirties or early forties. For the next generation everything has shifted forward… by about ten years!

Tweens and teens are the years to break onto the scene, twenties are

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the prime, and 30 is the age they either disappear into semi-retirement or announce their plans to become the next celebrity producer or director. This rather cynical thought process was reiterated in an interview with early starter Ryan Gosling. “If I’m still acting at 46 I’ll be surprised,” a Mouseketeer at 12, Gosling made his film debut at 17 before hitting the A List at 24 taking on the lead role in the Notebook. ¨How many characters can you play?” he asked. “I don’t know how much longer you can really do it for. I’ve been acting since I was 12. If I was just starting now, maybe, but now I’m 30.

If I do this for 10 more years I’ll be shocked.”

Between the 1960’s and 1990’s, the average age of female Oscar winners remained steady at aged 40/41.

In the 2000’s the age dropped to 35 for the first time in 40 years; this was primarily due to wins by Charlize Theron at aged 28 for Monster, Reese Witherspoon at aged 29 for Walk the Line and Natalie Portman at the same age for Black Swan; those are Oscar wins, not nominations, the peak of their careers, not the beginnings.

third most powerful celebrity in the world) and 20 year old Taylor Swift found their way to the top jumping in front of the likes of Simon Cowell, Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp who have decades of fame behind them, unlike Beiber and Swift who have’t even been on the planet for that space of time. 25 year old Lady Gaga topped the Forbes Celebrity 100 knocking Oprah from her prime position (an occasion that has only happened three times in the seven years she has held the top spot). Despite only hitting the quarter century mark, the infamous Gaga stamped on her competition due to her earning power and phenomenal ability to attract attention, whether it be in a meat dress or an egg.

So can Hollywood’s obsession be tamed? Helen Mirren received the coveted accolade of 2011’s Body of the Year. At age 66 she is considered as having the most desirable body in Hollywood, a refreshing proclamation; however if you saw the recent images of Helen in New York Magazine, this announcement should come as no surprise, the Dame is a true representation of the phrase… age is just a number.

In recent years, the rise of young Hollywood has become increasingly evident. Forbes annual celebrity lists are the ultimate definitive when it comes to power and stature and whilst the inevitable Oprah, Elton John and U2 again found themselves in the top ten, newbies 17 year old Justin Beiber (who is considered the

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CHIC HAPPENS the latest trends and the hottest new season looks

BOOTS YOU!

Perusing through our ‘fashion find’ of the month, we discovered these boot-iful gems, created by Cheryl Cole. Britain’s appointed sweetheart has turned her hand to designing shoes and boots, with twelve exclusive styles. In her own words, ‘there’s a shoe for everyone and every occasion’.

And she’s right; the concealed platform makes these shoobs both aesthetically pleasing and wearable. Check out the rest of the collection online. stylistpick.com – Cheryl Cole Ri Ri – £119.85

FANCY PANTS LACE IS MORE Elegant, feminine and versatile, By Malene Birger’s sheer silk-chiffon tank is a day-to-night essential.

Let the monochrome colourway absorb winter’s rich palette, while the delicate lace trim will give your wardrobe staples an instant luxe edge. net-a-porter.com – By Malene Birger Adelie lace-trimmed silkchiffon tank – €200

ARM CANDY

Wow the office this month with your new accessory that puts Victoria Beckham’s collection in its place. Classically beautiful and practical, this cross body bag will hold all of your necessities with ease, plus the shape and gold detailing rivals that of the Mulberry Alexa. What´s not to love?! asos.com – Pieces Feina Cross Body Bag – €43

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Fashion is everywhere! From clothes to art and accessories to celebrities, trends change more often than white party invitations circulate. SOCIETY MARBELLA strives to keep you updated on what’s hot in the world of fashion, what to save your pennies for and what bargains not to miss. We are your single source for all fashion finds; uncovering the latest trends ensuring you are kept at the forefront of style.

Push the boundaries this January. Mustard is THE colour of the seasons, and these flattering ankle-grazing bottoms instantly elongate your legs and allow your shoes to shine. Perfect for work or casual drinks, introduce them into your wardrobe and watch the compliments pour in. topshop.com – Mustard Ankle Grazer Trousers – £38

WE’VE GOT IT COLLARED Everyone owns a statement top they can´t bear to throw away, but deep down we know it has seen better days. Instead of retiring it to the trash, revamp it with this trendy collar, transforming the style completely and injecting a sophisticated allure to even the simplest of outfits. zara.com – Rhinestone Brocade Collar – £19.99

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WRAPPED UP FOR WINTER Blazers are the perfect addition to any wardrobe, as their adaptability is paramount. Channel the androgynous look and pair with pinstripe trousers and a crisp white shirt, or smarten up your jazziest weekend outfit. Whichever way you wear it, you’re guaranteed to turn heads. bershka.com – Smoking Blazer – £39.99

Warning…this stunning clutch from YSL will guarantee to generate serious purse envy! The leopard print will last you through the years, and will complement any outfit. yls.com – Chyc Clutch in Natural Leopard Print Calfskin – £830

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We stumbled across this amazing website that generates a showroom personalised to you. All you have to do is answer a few simple questions on your fashion style, and stylistpick.com will produce a ‘wardrobe’ of personalized items relevant to your style. Also, as you purchase items or recommend to a friend, you gather ‘style points’, and once 1000 points is reached, you receive free accessories! The collections are reasonably priced too, so we give this site an enthusiastic thumbs up! stylistpick.com

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Up The Garden Path

FEEL-GOOD FACTOR the latest local and national health and beauty news

Youth Is A State Of Mind Forever Youth Liberator by YSL is a complete line of skincare with proven effectiveness of anti-wrinkle lifting, plumping and increased radiance. Our favourite is the wonder serum which will ‘revolutionise your 2012 beauty routine’. This range promises to regenerate skin while also giving it back its glow. Launch Date - 16 January yslbeauty.co.uk

The swoon worth Dior Garden Clutch is almost too pretty to use. ALMOST! Available in two colour palettes: Milly Garden presents a contrast of pink and slivery blue with a violet-tinged grey for the eyes. These shades are accompanied by two fresh pinks to enhance the lips. The second, Granville Garden reveals precious pink and pale green shades accentuated by a deep brown, to emphasise eyes and complement the apricot-tinged,”pink kiss” lip shades.

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A Luminescent Fragrance A colourful cousin to Stila’s bestselling Smudge Stick pencil, this multi-tasking crayon triples as an eye shadow primer, shadow and liner. The Smudge Crayon Waterproof Primer + Shadow + Liner allows you to smudge before it sets and stays in place until you say when!

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Goodbye Imperfections, Hello Flawless Skin Finally Benefit are introducing a liquid foundation to their line! Welcome Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Brightening Liquid Foundation; delightfully light on the skin, allowing it to breathe and available in 9 shades, the darkest, suitable for ethnic skin tones. We love the fact that the darker tones have no chalky edge to them!

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Nailing The Trends As always THE nail colours of the year are dictated by Chanel. Yes, we want them all! April is a highly luminous garnet of wild berries, while May is an intense pink, the universal shade of happiness. Finally June is a pastel apricot, like a foretaste of summer. chanel.com

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NIP + TUCK Society Marbella brings you the latest buzz from the world of cosmetic surgery.

Marco Vricella MD, is the Chief Cosmetic Surgeon at Aria Medical Group. He is a member of the British and Spanish General Medical Council; plus the Gibraltar Medical Board

BREAST AUGMENTATION Talk us through the free consultation...

This is designed to give patients the opportunity to find out exactly what can be achieved for them with cosmetic surgery. After taking a detailed medical history, I examine the breasts, discuss the patient’s expectations and explain what can be achieved.

When I am clear what the patient would like and that the expectations of the patient are realistic I then explain the procedure in detail.

Using illustrations, I make clear to the client the details of the procedure, including the position of the incisions, and whether the implants will be placed in front of or behind the muscle. Patients are encouraged to ask any questions they have and are given as much time as they need to make decisions.

What implant type do you prefer?

I personally work with McGhan (Allergan) and Silimed cohesive silicone gel implants; as I feel that they provide the highest quality results, with a good guarantee.

Using a combination of these manufacturers I can offer a wide range of shapes, sizes and projections to suit the individual needs of the client. This is imperative in order to obtain the best possible result for each individual patient.

Aftercare & Recovery Generally, a sports bra is worn for the first four weeks post-operatively;

during which time, heavy lifting / upper body exercise is not allowed. Most of the swelling reduces in the first two to three weeks. I see each patient at one week post operatively and again at two weeks.

All patients, regardless of the procedure they have undertaken, are able to call either myself or my Specialist Nurse, 24 hours a day following surgery. At Aria we consider post-operative care to be as important as the procedure itself and patients are seen regularly over the course of the first year and beyond to monitor their progress.

BREAST REDUCTION What are the benefits?

Breast Reduction is a surgical procedure used to decrease the size of large, often pendulous breasts. This procedure greatly improves quality of life by relieving back and neck problems frequently experienced in such patients. In addition, self-confidence is enhanced since a lot of women have suffered for many years with embarrassment about their breast size and after the procedure they are able to wear clothes that previously they would not have even considered.

Talk us through the procedure...

Breast reduction usually takes two to three hours and is performed under a general anaesthetic. After surgery patients need to stay in hospital for two days. The most common procedure involves an incision following the natural contour of the breast. The incision outlines the area from which breast skin and excess tissue will be removed and defines the new location for the nipple. When the excess tissue has been removed, the nipple and areola are relocated to a new, usually higher, central position. Stitches are usually located around the areola, in a vertical line extending downwards from the nipple area, and along the lower crease of the breast.

BREAST UPLIFT Who makes a good candidate?

Patients whose breasts have begun to sag and/or have lost volume in the upper part of the breast are good candidates for this type of surgery.

In a number of patients it is helpful to perform this surgery with a breast augmentation using small implants to improve the shape, size and projection of the breasts.

What results can a client expect?

The patient will have breasts which have greatly improved shape, size and position; something that will definitely show at the beach next summer!

Can an uplift be combined with other procedures?

If the patient is in good general health all breast surgery procedures can easily be combined with at least one other type of surgery. The main advantages of having more than one surgery performed at the same time is that the results are even more dramatic and the cost of two surgeries together is much cheaper than if they were performed separately. ariamedicalgroup.com

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Water-jet liposuction with Body Jet: Modern body contouring Dr.Alexander Aslani and Dr.Manuel Ortiz Abello are the consulting surgeons at Cirumed Clinic Marbella; they both also work in the Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgery department at Hospital Quiron Malaga. Dr.Aslani is chairman of the department and at present the only non-hispanic surgeon to chair a formal surgical department in Spain, while Dr.Ortiz Abello, a principal consultant, is primarily a facial head and neck cosmetic surgeon. Together they boast nearly 50 years of surgical experience and their aim is to combine their years of international experience with the most modern plastic surgery techniques available.

What can Body-Jet be used for?

Dr Aslani: Body Jet was originally developed as a technique for gentle and atraumatic fat removal. It enables the surgeon to perform fat removal as a

virtually bloodless procedure.The principle of Jet assisted lipectomy is a very precise water jetstream that gently dissolves fat out of its tissue bed. The fat can then be harvested with the Body Jet technique and tranplanted for a natural soft tissue augmentation; mainly in the face, breast and buttocks.The Jet assisted fat transfer technique is further ideal for correction of contour deformities following conventional tumescent liposuction.

How does it work ?

Dr.Ortiz Abello: Body Jet is a minimally invasive procedure; under local anesthetic a fine double lumen cannula is inserted via a mini-stab incision and connected to the Body Jet system. The waterbeam, which works at pressures between 0,5 to 0,8 bar and is extremely precise, exits through one lumen of the cannula, and simultaneous suction of the dissolved fat.

The fat is pooled in the so called ¨Lipocollector“ which uses a special filter system to clear the fat, which is then ready for use in soft tissue augmentation if desired.

Lastly, Body Jet is significantly less traumatic and much gentler. Even large quantities of fat can be removed under local anesthetic with virtually no blood loss. We have banned traditional liposuction from our practice, since we regard it as no longer justifiable. The only advantage that traditional liposuction has is that it does not require a lot of technology but a suction tube and a cannula. But this is only an advantage for the surgeon not for the patient.

How does it differ from traditional liposuction ?

What are the benefits?

Dr Aslani: Body Jet differs significantly for three main reasons. Firstly traditional liposuction involves pre-injection of large quantities of fluids prior to suction. This makes liposuction much less precise than Body Jet. In a CME paper by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the seven reference centres for liposuction in the United States, have reported average rates for corrective revisions after traditional liposuction to be 20% (a very high percentage,) for Body Jet liposuction, the number is about 10 times less. Secondly, whilst fat harvested via traditional liposuction can be prepared for fat transfer, the success rates of these are very unpredictable, Also the preparation process is very long and thus costly for patients. Body Jet enables surgeons to harvest excellent quality fat grafts without lengthy preparation procedures.

Dr.Ortiz Abello: It‘s a very safe and effective technique of fat removal with the additional advantage of currently being the most advanced and successful technique in fat transfer. The fat can be used as a filler for the face, where it treats age related volume loss and deep wrinkles. It is also used for natural breast and buttock augmentation.

The Body Jet technology has been voted as the most significant technical innovation of the decade by the 2011 European Academy of Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons. Finally, all Body Jet procedures are performed under local anesthetic, the procedures are ambulatory and patients go home the same day. cirumed.es

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• To treat this condition, trim hair every six weeks and try to limit washing because shampooing also eliminates the hair’s protective oils. Combat dryness with a weekly deep conditioning hair mask.

• Let your hair dry naturally whenever possible, thus minimizing the use of hot styling tools and always apply a serum.

• Quick Fix: Hide dry frayed ends by pulling hair up into a bun.

OILY HAIR

Oily hair sticks together, lies flat and is difficult to style. This is caused by overactive sebaceous glands which produce too much sebum or oil.

• The best way to deal with oily hair is to shampoo every day with a mild clarifying shampoo and use conditioner only on ends.

• Too much brushing stimulates the oil glands that are already over-active.

• Quick Fix: Use dry shampoo for a dry cleanse and a quick finish!

FRIZZY HAIR

Frizzy hair usually affects those with naturally curly and/or coarse hair. Many people simply have naturally frizzy hair, but other causes can be a lack of moisture and protein, environmental elements, over-styling or colouring.

• To beat the frizz, don’t shampoo every day. Your hair needs the natural oils from the scalp to reduce frizz. Use a smoothing curl enhancing shampoo with protein and panthenol. Keep hair wellconditioned and when blow-drying, use a diffuser.

• Quick Fix: Curl ends with an iron and be sure to use a silicone-based product on the tips.

If all else fails cover your bad hair day up with a funky hat or bandana, stick on some sunglasses and with plenty of attitude, walk out the door.

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THE BEAUTY BOUTIQUE I decided to add microdermabrasion to my treatment list as…

CACI Facials are fantastic for re-educating facial muscles however I felt the need to offer my clients a little more. Many people who have CACI treatments point out blemishes and pigmentation they have developed over the years. Microdermabrasion works on the skin and is a perfect treatment for targeting uneven skin tone, blemishes and pigmentation.

This month Society Marbella delves into the world of CACI beauty specialist, Lucie Lord.

I never thought I’d become... a

beautician. I was working with a friend as a party planner when the credit crunch hit. I already knew the lady who had the first CACI machine in the area and she was winding things down getting ready to retire. I asked her where and how to train and then made the trip to London to obtain my qualifications.

I offer.... a whole range of facials from hands on treatments to a combination of a regular facial plus a hydratone mask which re-hydrates using micro-current charged rollers to allow the products to penetrate deep into the skin. I also offer body treatments using pads for slimming and toning and probes to lift the bust and buttocks.

My newest skill is threading.

My treatment room is...white with a touch of bright green, the CACI colours, it looks fresh and clean. I have large mirrors along one wall which is useful for seeing the results after a treatment. When you

go for a treatment you expect to look and feel better afterwards. Therefore it is important to create the right atmosphere; I do this with calming music to create a relaxed ambiance.

I like to use… the Caci hydro-moisturiser in winter as it is rich, like a night cream, and works well for the final stage known as feathering. I have a range of natural products with aloe vera which are great during the summer months. For cleansing I love Liz Earle’s hot cloth cleanser, it has a fantastic eucalyptus scent.

I love... seeing the results and helping to

make people happy and more confident.

I try to listen to each individual and tailor their treatment to meet their needs. I really enjoy working in beauty and I hope that my passion is felt by the people who come to me.

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ALL GAIN, NO PAIN

By Grant Foster

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s we enter the New Year, many people make resolutions to start exercising for the first time or restart their failed fitness programmes in order to lose weight or become healthier. During the first few months many of these people will suffer from various strains and possible injuries.

• When you are using exercise specific weights, such as a bench press, use a light weight in a controlled manor with a full range of motion; i.e. lower the weight until it touches the chest and then straighten the arms (but do not lock them) for 15 to 20 reps.

Throughout my time as a Sports Massage Therapist, I have come across numerous muscular aches, pains and injuries that could have been avoided by following some simple steps. If you are starting to exercise regularly for the first time the easiest and safest solution is to hire a personal trainer. However if this is an expense you cannot afford, don’t panic, just follow my simple guidelines;

• I am often asked about stretching as research has shown that stretching prior to exercise can prevent an injury. The main thing is warming up and mobilising, which should be exercise/sports specific. Stretching after exercise is the most important part. The reason being that you want to return the muscle to its pre-exercise state.

While exercising the muscle becomes contracted (shorter,) if the muscle is not returned to its pre-exercise state the chances of injury are far greater the next time you start exercising.

• First, warm up for at least five minutes, and that means a whole body approach, by mobilising and loosening all of the joints and muscles, i.e. if you are using a gym, utilising the rowing machine or cross trainer would be two excellent choices.

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• Don’t increase exercise by more than 10 % per week, this will give the muscles time to adapt and not over strain them.

• Rest; this is the most important aspect in all exercise programmes to get adequate rest. When starting exercise more is not always better.

• When using weights the correct technique is better and safer than trying to lift a heavier weight incorrectly.

• Change your exercise programme on a regular basis in order to stimulate the body ensuring that no areas are neglected.

These tips may seem very easy and logical, but it is surprising how many clients I deal with who fail to follow some of these simple rules.

Play it easy, play it safe, for an injury free life.

Grant Foster + 34 667 862 475

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GET FIT FAST WITH CHRISTINE ZELLEN

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fter a gallon of eggnog, one too many mince pies and a whole box of Cadbury Roses to yourself, it’s fair to say that following the holiday season, you may not be feeling your best. The great news is, it’s a new year, so out with the old and in with the new. January is the perfect month to start getting in shape and working towards a healthier lifestyle. I can already see you shaking your head and mumbling, “I am too tired, too cold, cannot be bothered and would rather just sit by the fire with a mug of hot chocolate and an extra portion of marshmallows and whipped cream.” This is where I step in – to MOTIVATE YOU. We generally associate personal training with celebrities or professional athletes, but this shouldn’t be the case. Personal trainers are a brilliant way for anyone to not only get into shape, but also to create a healthy body which performs at its fullest potential.

I have been a certified personal trainer for over 20 years. I started as a coach in Sweden for gymnastic girls, then moved to L.A where I worked as a personal trainer for 11 years in YMCA and Worlds gym, finally relocating to Spain in 1998.

My clients include everyone from Marbella socialites to athletes and even Saudi Royalty.

I like to customize the training by identifying the clients goals and creating a personalized fitness plan. I cater to all fitness levels and needs whether it’s in the comfort of your own home, gym or even the beach.

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* Weight Loss * Toning * Body sculpting * Rehabilitation * Body building * Fitness * Lower blood pressure * Improving your cardiovascular system A personal trainer helps to motivate you and add variety and efficiency to your work out. They also teach you new ways to accelerate results, build confidence and knowledge with new exercises, routines and programs. On top of this my expertise in nutrition allows me to advise on the clients overall diet and weight

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management. This is why I launched 5 Dinners, the concept of having healthy, nutritious meals delivered to your door.

I wanted to show clients that a healthy nutritious diet does not mean that food needs to be boring.

People think that healthy food is eating a salad every day; I show my clients that you can still enjoy your food even when it is packed with nutrients.

My philosophy is that health and fitness must be a part of your everyday life, not a chore, so give me a call and see how exercise can be fun and effective.

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NEW YEAR NEW YOU As the pile of dusty discarded self-help books in the corner of my study will verify, the start of the New Year is the perfect time to reinvent yourself. So as someone that’s undergone more lifestyle changes than Robert Downey Jr, here’s the Giles Brown guide to your New Year resolutions in Marbella.

GET FIT

Recent research, probably conducted from the parking lot outside McDonalds, concluded that over 66 percent of adult Americans are considered overweight or obese by recent studies, so it is not surprising to find that weight loss is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, and a quick look at some of the lard buckets waddling around La Cañada on the weekend confirms that Spain isn’t far behind. If having the fat pumped out you at a clinic or an expensive gym membership doesn’t appeal, there are plenty of low cost options available, purely by getting outdoors and enjoying the climate. Along with other members of the SOCIETY MARBELLA team, I climbed La Concha, Marbella’s emblematic mountain, for the first time in 26 years at the end of last year and marked the achievement and my new level of fitness by getting my kit off in celebration. Previously, the only time that I’d ever done the 100 metres in under five minutes was being thrown out of nightclubs by enraged bouncers. As an aside, with the demise of the emblematic Marbella arch, the city is looking for a symbol. Rio has its famed Christ the Redeemer statue, so I’m more than happy for the Ayuntamiento to use the naked photo of me on top of La Concha that shot across Facebook like a virus as a starting point. Normal commission rates apply.

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MORE CULTURE It’s the common cry among the great unwashed in Marbella. There’s no culture here! So let’s just explode that one in the next paragraph or so. A quick flick through last year’s diary included an opera festival, piano recitals and a bursting portfolio of art gallery openings, ranging from ceramics in industrial units to international exhibitions, with a smattering of European aristocracy in attendance. Mind you, after the way most of the audience behaved when dance superstar Joaquin Cortes brought his show to Marbella, it’s not surprising that Marbella can seem like a cultural desert.

This was the first tour that Cortes had undertaken since the death of his beloved mother, and some parts of the show were obviously deeply personal, moving and quiet, and (understandably) not as raucous and full of joy as his ‘live’ show had been at the bullring a few years ago.

But that was no excuse for certain parts of the audience to start shouting out their orders for the VIP bar, speak to the nanny on their iPhones or just get up and leave, complaining that “they couldn’t see his feet”. What the f*** were you expecting?

Riverdance? I must make a special mention for the genius at the nearby beach club who decided to let off fireworks halfway through the evening, forcing the diminutive dancer to stop his performance.

It’s a wonder Cortes didn’t storm offstage. This, remember, is a man who once dated the uberstroppy supermodel Naomi Campbell.

In case you didn’t notice, Málaga is just over a 30-minute drive from town. As the sixth largest city in Spain, there’s a lot more to it than the arrivals gate at the airport.

The Picasso museum, CAC, which has hosted exhibitions by Gilbert and George and the Dinos and Jake Chapman, as well as the Cervantes Theatre, a handful of art house cinemas and the Antonio Banderas Drama School in the pipeline.

TRAVEL MORE Another resolution is to travel more. I’m lucky that my ‘work’ takes me around Europe and to fabulously romantic locations, such as watching Venice’s Gran Via come to life at dawn, a living Renaissance painting and the Full Moon rise majestically over the Sahara. Admittedly, at these fabulously romantic locations I tend to be accompanied by my best mate, photographer Kevin Horn, and he’s not my type, I assure you. (Sorry Kev!). In 2012, I’m planning on visiting Lisbon, Copenhagen and Bogota for the first time. In the case of the latter, it could quite possibly be the last trip I’ll ever take!

SPEND MORE TIME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

No, I don’t mean on Facebook. In the flesh, face to face. Though if you have family and friends like some of mine, Facebook is sometimes a better option. I was once asked why I didn’t follow Eastenders or Corrie. “Have you met the family?” was my curt reply.

HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

As I have said before, to most of Marbella, the most pressing environmental issue is getting a table on the terrace at Terra Sana.

With the risk of sounding sanctimonious, I’ve made my own small step to combat the threat to the environment over the years, while at the same time solving one of the EU’s more persistent surplus problems. I used to help out by recycling my old Vina Sol bottles so I was not only helping the planet, but also single-handedly lowering the EU wine lake!

STOP SMOKING AND DRINKING These last ones, ladies and gentlemen, are the most frequent. Those of us who lived in Marbella in the 80’s can remember the smog that used to hang over bars and restaurants. Spaniards used to smoke proper cigarettes, tabaco negro such as Celtas and Ducados, none of this poncey Marlboro Light stuff. I’m sure that I once saw a carelessly smoked Ducados bring down a light aircraft near Coin. But the smoking ban throughout Spain, with the exception of the Asador Guadamina where they are apparently still getting over the fact the Franco is dead and women have the vote and allowed patrons to smoke in a blaze of publicity, has made giving up the dreaded weed (no NOT that one, I mean tobacco) easier.

After the endless round of parties, drinks receptions and company bashes that make up the month long Christmas celebration in Spain, giving up drink altogether may seem a more sensible option. However in a country that gave the world the carajillo (coffee and brandy) to ‘get the cogs’ going in the morning, as well as the proverb ‘never trust a man who doesn’t drink’, it’s a tricky one. Perhaps you should just follow the immortal words of Dean Martin, who gave the world this gem. “The rest of the world is two drinks behind me” with his sage advice on how to avoid hangovers. “How do I avoid hangovers? Simple! Stay drunk!”

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DM2886 :: Bedrooms/ Dormitorios 3 :: Bathrooms/ Baños 3 :: Built / Construido 318m² :: Plot 393m² :: Price / Precio 630,000€

Located in a charming ‘Andalusian village’ style community just a one minute drive or a short stroll from Marbella centre and the beach. The property comprises a spacious lounge with two fireplaces, dining room, rustic style kitchen, lovely covered terraces and a swimming pool. An extensive upper level terrace offers views to the sea.

South east facing villa within gated complex with 24 hour security, just a 3min drive into Marbella centre and the beach. Open plan living / dining room with fireplace, library and kitchen with laundry area. Garden with swimming pool and exterior breakfast area. Sea views from first floor and roof terrace. One-car garage.

Luminous villa situated in a residential area on the Golden Mile, within walking distance to all amenities and short distance to the beach. Southwest facing, surrounded by mature gardens with a pool and mountain views.

Living/dining room with fireplace, covered porch, modern kitchen with adjoining utility room. Detached garage for one car and covered carport.

Recently renovated villa set on the Golden Mile, within a gated complex with 24 hour security. Two communal pools and restaurant in complex. South east facing with swimming pool and well kept garden. Split level dining / living room with fireplace, large kitchen with breakfast area. Sea and mountain views from upper level. Garage space.

T. 34 952 76 51 38 | enquiries@dmproperties.com | www.dmproperties.com

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STYLISH FAMILY VILLA Situated in the area of Los Naranjos within Golf Valley, this property is conveniently located close to local schools, shops, restaurants, golf courses and many other amenities.

Built in 2006 to a high standard, this property has everything a family could desire. Featuring a spacious lounge with its high vaulted ceiling and open fireplace that leads straight onto a fabulous large flat garden. Also at garden level is the barbecue area adjacent to the family styled kitchen. The property comprises of three bedrooms on the top floor, including the master suite and guest suite on the ground floor.

Specifications

Details

• Golf Views

Bedrooms:

4

• Southeast facing

Bathrooms:

3+1

Plot:

1.490m2

• Air Conditioning hot & cold

Built:

330m2

• Child safe pool

Terrace:

65m2

• Barbecue area

Price:

1.195.000€

• Vaulted ceiling • Fireplace

• Alarm system • Car port for 2 cars

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EXCEPTIONAL TOWNHOUSE A uniquely spacious, southwest facing townhouse situated in the exclusive urbanisation of Aloha Real consisting of only 7 properties. Located in the heart of the Golf Valley and within walking distance to all amenities, numerous golf courses and International schools, makes this property very desirable.

With its high quality finishes, large bedrooms all of which are en suite, huge basement area which could easily be converted into further rooms, private garden, double car garage and long private drive, really makes this home an outstanding buy.

A perfect alternative to a private villa.

Specifications • Enclosed urbanisation • Southwest orientation • A/C hot & cold • Under floor heating in bathrooms • All bedrooms en suite • Feature fireplace • Double garage • Private garden • Open views • Communal pool • Large basement

Details Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3+1

Plot

235m2

Built

458m2

Terrace

30m2

PRICE

695.000€

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LUXURY ON THE GOLDEN MILE La Trinidad is in an exceptional location, being situated next to the King´s Palace and a stone´s throw from the well known Puente Romano Hotel and it´s famous tennis club. One of the most secure and private communities on the Golden Mile also boasts extensive grounds allowing each property open views and privacy. La Trinidad also offers 5* facilities such as the heated indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasium and on site summer restaurant. The apartments are spacious, stylish and built to high standards. All have a/c, under floor heating in bathrooms, garage and store room.

PRICES FROM: 895.000€

LUXURY ON A BUDGET Le Village is a low density urbanisation consisting of only 52 units, is located frontline to Aloha golf and only a few minutes’ drive to Puerto Banus and many other local amenities. It is the only gated urbanisation in Nueva Andalucia at this price range that offers extensive grounds, heated indoor pool, two outdoor pools, gym, sauna and floodlit tennis court. All the apartments have open views either onto the landscaped grounds or towards the golf. This tranquil oasis makes an ideal getaway.

PRICES FROM: 160.000€

For further information please contact VANTAGE PROPERTY Tel. +34 952 908 415 Maria, +34 605 891 443 Clare, +34 646 136 790 Email: info@vpmarbella.com

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Mellior Vasari La Alzambra Local 3-1 Puerto Banús - Marbella - 29660 Spain +34 951 319 728 UK +44 0800 112 3027 info@quaypropertygroup.com

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LUXURY HOME BUILDER “Formed in 2007 by experienced property developer John May, Quay Property Group is a luxury building contractor for clients in Marbella.”

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La Fishita EXPECT THE EXCEPTIONAL

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uay Property Group, owned by John May, has been completing high-end building projects in and around Marbella since 2007. John’s workload is almost exclusively generated from recommendation and repeat custom, due to his unique design and build approach. Quay Property Group continues to deliver first class designs and exceptional quality projects, the perfect example being the recently opened, La Fishita.

Situated behind the H10 Andalucía Plaza Hotel in Puerto Banus, this English style fish and chip restaurant is one of John’s latest completed projects.

Once again, Lawrence Otterburn teamed up with Quay Property Group, who designed and built La Casita, the stunning and highly successful restaurant in the beautiful village of La Heradia.

The design brief for La Fishita was to create a brand new restaurant in Puerto Banus that was welcoming with a contemporary design and efficient working layout. The existing building was completely refurbished and remodelled, incorporating a new electrical and mechanical installation to cope with the requirements for a fish and chip restaurant. ‘’The building project was not short of challenges, but John and his team

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found solutions and implemented actions to resolve efficiently. One of the key factors in selecting Quay Property Group for this project was the quality of previous developments, I am please to say we can now be added to that list” says restaurant manager Colin McGeary.

A raised terraced dining area was installed with glass folding doors so clientele can dine alfresco. Blue LED lighting to suit the company logo illuminates the perimeter glass and etched logos.

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Quay Property Group designed a innovative dual inside-outside bar, allowing clients to enjoy an aperitif whist selecting from the expansive menu to takeaway or dine in. All your favourites can be found here, the best Atlantic cod and haddock, plus handpicked potato chips. For a different experience you can order smoked haddock, breaded plaice and lemon sole, scallops, calamari, prawns, whitebait and wholetail scampi.

All Quay Property Group design and build projects are finished to the highest standards. Fishita is no exception.

Quay Property Group Mellior Vasari, La Alzambra, Local 3足1, Puerto Banus Tel. 951 319 728 quaypropertygroup.com

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KEEP IT REAL This month’s Home Feature is brought to you by Christie Holland

VINTAGE inspiration C

ombine the essential ingredients; rustic wood, traditional prints and layers of texture, and throw in a few quirky finds oozing in personality to create a vintage ambiance in your home that’s full of character. Keep the background elegant, not chintzy, with muted colours and patterns. This eclectic style celebrates the beauty of the worn-in look and the value of one-off treasures combining the iconic styles we already love – traditional farmhouse, elegant French and vintage. From shabby chic and pretty retro to country-meets-coastal and French allure; as long as it’s warm, rustic and tranquil, it’s got the look.

Country meets Coastal

The Ryan Cabinet by Graham and Green £995 With ten drawers and a double bevelled edge window cupboard sitting comfortably at the top, this classic mahogany cabinet will add timeless style to your interiors. The versatile Ryan cabinet brings a touch of country chic to your home office, bedroom, bathroom or kitchen. grahamandgreen.co.uk

Vintage Style Trug by Ella James Living £21.50 Keep all your bits and bobs in order with this vintage style trug. Hand carved from mango wood and individually distressed by hand, resulting in a unique and vintage finish. Ideal for the bathroom, bedroom or living room this quirky accessory offers not only a practical storage solution but also a beautiful decoration for your home. ellajamesliving.co.uk

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Twiggy Chest by Sweetpea and Willow £1999 This informal chest is the perfect addition to your bedroom or hallway; made from rustic crotch walnut and finished with an antiqued heavily distressed patina, it is stylish and practical. The drawer handles are hand cast in brass in the form of twigs, thus adding to the rustic ambiance. sweetpeaandwillow.com

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Reclaimed Wood Family Photoframe by Berry Red £70 This Reclaimed Wood Family Frame is ideal for showcasing your favourite images of events such as weddings or family occasions. This rustic wooden frame oozes vintage authenticity and the cool blue or green colour options add a kitsch touch. berryred.co.uk

Oslo Kitchen Table and Benches

by Bubbledrum £1750 This Oslo table and benches by Bubbledrum are hand made in England using reclaimed Victorian wood. Every piece is unique and will incorporate niks, nail and bolt holes providing a true vintage and original feel. They are available in natural wax colour, or as pictured, natural wax top with distressed white legs. bubbledrum.co.uk

La Rochelle Grey French Dresser by Graham and Green £1750 A wonderfully versatile unit, this piece could be used as a dresser in your bedroom or book cabinet within the lounge. This two part cabinet has plenty of room and has three full width full depth drawers and three shelves with opening glass doors. The La Rochelle dresser is built from durable mango wood, with an MDF backing board to prevent warping. grahamandgreen.co.uk

Large Floral Painted Chest of Drawers by Sweetpea and Willow £2226 This graceful, hand painted chest of drawers features an array of pastel colours, providing a gentle, floral look. This exquisite accent piece is eye catching and perfectly complements a romantic, French inspired theme. sweetpeaandwillow.com

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KEEP IT REAL Bard Sofa by Juliettes Interiors from £2899 The luxurious shaped Bard sofa radiates striking elegance and an imposing presence. The prominent material exudes an aura of French glamour, however you can select to have it produced in your own material; alternative sizes and wood colours are also available. juliettesinteriors.co.uk

French Allure Numbers Up Bombe Chest by Sweetpea and Willow £3875 Made of solid cherry wood and built to last, this Numbers Up Bombe Chest by Sweetpea and Willow is to die for. The ironmongery is distressed with beautiful pegged joints, and the distressing on the paint finish gives it that typical Parisian aged feel. This is a piece that will be the talking point! Beautiful! sweetpeaandwillow.com

Large Lattice Mirror by Graham and Green £295 This beautiful mirror by Graham and Green will take pride position on your mantelpiece and dramatically lighten your room whilst still retaining a traditional ambiance. A guaranteed focal point, this is a unique accessory that will have everyone gazing in admiration. grahamandgreen.co.uk

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Louis XV Grace Bed by Juliettes Interiors from £2600 The beautifully carved and elaborate Louis XV style Grace Bed by Juliettes Interiors is a true spectacle. Carved from solid mahogany into delicate patterns and curves then meticulously finished in a colour of your choice, this is a bed fit for a Parisian princess. Oozing luxury and vintage elegance, this bed will take centre stage in your bedroom so keep other features neutral and simplistic to allow this masterpiece to shine. juliettesinteriors.co.uk

Eiffel Table by Graham & Green £165 This metal top industrial Eiffel Tower side table reaches the dizzy heights of design. Perfect for injecting a quirky French touch to your home, it offers the ultimate mix of contemporary design and vintage qualities. grahamandgreen.co.uk

The Diva Collection Bookcase by Juliettes Interiors £15,500 The Diva Collection Bookcase is a beautiful and striking addition to your home. Shown here in a high gloss black lacquer, it is also available in other colours including gold or silver leaf.

Hand crafted from solid carved wood and produced to a very high standard this luxurious creation injects a sophisticated allure to any room. juliettesinteriors.co.uk

Valbonne Dressing Table by Ivory Pearl Interiors £689 This stunning dressing table complete with matching mirror by Ivory Pearl Interiors is fit for a princess. Finely carved, hand-painted in a demure cream shade and softly distressed, this lavish item radiates a quintessentially quaint aura. ivorypearlinteriors.com

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Kitsch & Cute Colourful Knobs by India Exótica €3 each These hand painted Indian ceramic door knobs will instantly add character to your kitchen or bathroom cabinets. Available in over 100 different shapes and sizes at only €3 each they are a inexpensive way to brighten your mood and show off your unique style. indiaexotica.com

Marmite Pop Art Print by John Lewis £65 Even if you hate Marmite, you’ll love this bold Warhol-inspired print of one of Britain’s most talked-about foods. Cute and classy; hang this in your kitchen for the perfect way to inject a splash of colour. johnlewis.com

Grace Pink Sideboard Buffet by Oficina Inglesa £POA Grace is a stunning sideboard buffet manufactured in solid Cherry wood and finished in a delightful Les Rosiers finish with its interior polished in lovely light Tea Rose colour. This wonderful sideboard has two central doors with access to one central adjustable shelf and two well proportionate drawers for storage - one inside each door. Note the elegance of the hand-carved skirting and the exquisite selection of decorative ironwork to adorn this piece’s feet, legs and doors. oficinainglesa.com

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Gisela Graham Fabric Hanging Hearts

by Wood and Willow £5.99 These assorted Gisela Graham padded fabric hanging hearts will add an eclectic essence to your home. The vibrant colours are the perfect quirky touch for a muted, neutral backdrop. If you wish to inject a vintage, eccentric essence on a budget, these gorgeous decorations are the way to do it. woodandwillow.co.uk

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Wooden Plaque

by Hmade £16.25 How could you not LOVE this adorable wooden plaque! Emblazed with the words, ‘families are like fudge - mostly sweet with a few nuts’ and finished with a twine hanger; it is the ultimate ornamental touch! hmade.co.uk

Two Tiered Glass Cake Stand

by The Contemporary Home £29.99 We love this glass cake stand from The Contemporary Home! Ideal for Easter, Spring or Mother’s Day or even as a daily decorative touch; add freshly baked cupcakes and your kitchen will not only look beautiful but smell delicious! tch.net

Set of Two Boxes

by Melody Maison £16.95 These cutesy vintage wooden style boxes are perfect for adding a shabby chic essence to your kitchen. Place them on the windowsill or the kitchen counter to store teabags or other bits and bobs. One box presents a dark brown wooden finish and the other a washed distressed beige finish with a green wash.

The latter is printed with the French wording, ‘ Chateau Margaux.’ Vintage and beautiful!

What more could you want?! melodymaison.co.uk

Wooden Cupboards by Retreat Home from £29.99 A fabulous range of the cutest wooden cupboards with pretty carved heart detailing, to brighten any patch of dull bare wall. Hand carved in eco-friendly sustainable mango wood, the shabby chic vintage finish ensures they look stunning in any setting. retreat-home.com

Indian Rice Pot

by India Exotica €130 These original teak Rajasthan rice pots

by India Exotica provide an authentic accessory for your coffee table or living room cabinet. Embroidered with colourful patchwork reminiscent of old Indian sari´s; each beautifully decorative with their own unique patterns. indiaexotica.com

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Wooden Toilet Roll Store

by Melody Maison £46.95

Bathrooms are often forgotten when it comes to décor; this white wooden toilet roll cupboard oozes a beautiful, country style essence and will look beautifully quaint in any bathroom.

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Duffy Chandelier Glo Canvas Wall Light in Green by Found Home Store £195

The Glo-Canvas range was created by Duffy London in 2002 and took a further three years to develop, launching in Milan in 2005. The range is a series of images that are digitally printed onto cotton canvas and stretched over wooden frames. The Chandelier design works with the minimalist nature of the glo-canvas, in contrast to the opulence and complexity of a crystal chandelier, producing a beautiful piece of art by day and a fabulous mood light by night.

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Large Square Driftwood Love Print by The Padstow Mussel Company £59

Individually hand printed from an original photograph by Susie Ray, the image is available unframed or framed in a simple wooden whitewashed frame. Each print is made using high quality long lasting 280gsm archival matt paper, printed with light-fast ink and mounted with a heavy weight off-white mount, and titled and signed by hand.

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Jacobsen Styled Egg Chair

by Beautiful Modern Thing £745

Taking inspiration from the famous Arne Jacobsen Egg chair, this similar styled piece will bring that modern touch to your fashionable home. Its curved lines and fluid form combined with the bold, vibrant fabric will make this chair the focal point of your living area or office. Also comes with matching ottoman. Your road to contemporary style starts here!

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Celebrity Dog Bowls by Sweet William £22.50

All dogs are equal, but some are more equal than others. Boost their egos with these celebrity canine comparison bowls.

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Antique cabinet

by India Exótica €poa

This antique Indian teak dresser cabinet from Goa is approximately 100 years old with a beautiful patina of blues, yellows and whites, with a ceramic strip on top.

At just over two meters tall and 50cm deep there is plenty of space to store all your extras.

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YOUR RIGHT TO CELEBRATE

VACATION ALLOWANCES

by Paula Nuñez de la Peña

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inally the much awaited holiday season has arrived with trees in every corner, lights adorning every window and final preparations for Christmas Eve dinner; meat or fish, turkey or chicken, white or red wine and thousands of other questions in order to make the night perfect. It’s time to get together with family and listen to the old jokes, and renowned war stories of those sat around the table. In every conversation you hear the highlights of the year, the successes, the battles won and wishes for the coming year. But if you sharpen your hearing, it´s mingled with disappointments and concerns.

This time last year a member of my own family, knowing my capacity as a lawyer, let me on to one of her concerns.

Her maternity leave was coinciding with her vacation time, but the company had denied her request to take her vacation at another time.

Before addressing her personal concern, I explained that Act.38 of the Workers’ Statute states that all workers are entitled to a paid annual vacation period, not to be replaced by financial compensation, lasting a minimum of 30 calendar days to be fixed by collec-

tive agreement or individual contract.

Companies are required to set the holiday schedule with the worker with at least two months advance notice. This must be planned annually by mutual agreement between the employer and the worker, with any disagreements being presented to the Supreme Court.

However, this did not answer her doubt as to whether she was entitled to enjoy her holidays at a separate period to that of her maternity leave. I, quite angry with the performance of the company, started to explain all kinds of details that she might not be aware of, including her rights to challenge the company’s decision. I explained to her that the Spanish Supreme Court gives women the right to take their maternity leave without losing any of their vacation allowance based both on the different interests protected by the two laws as much as the inability to allow discrimination against women.

I explained that while maternity leave was in the interest of the rest needed after childbirth and the care required for the newborn child, the interests protected by annual leave were completely different, and were instead to

promote recovery, both physically and mentally, after working all year in the company. Therefore both interests must be protected equally and the company could not deny her request.

I informed her that she could not be denied from taking her annual holiday allowances at a different period to her maternity leave, as this would establish a clear discrimination between men and women, since only the latter (theoretically at least), would be discriminated against, seeing their annual leave diminished or eliminated due to their maternity leave rights.

Now calmer because she knew her doubts had been resolved and that she was entitled to claim her holidays, she began to throw a missile of questions about whether she could enjoy her holidays next year, what would happen if her holidays coincided with a period of sick leave, if she had accrued vacation and had not enjoyed it before the end of her contract... and so it continued for the night until the clock began to ring and we had to focus all our attention on following the Spanish tradition of eating twelve grapes, one for each chime.

As Head of the Labour Law Department at Lexland Abogados, Paula Nuñez regularly advises clients on all labour law related matters which amongst other services includes the drafting and termination of standard employee and senior executive employment contracts, bonus schemes, stock options, collective bargaining agreements and social security contributions. She also provides companies with guidance on staff restructuring, disciplinary procedures, pay reclamations and contract modifications.

Contact Lexland Abogados for a free consultation and assistance with your international tax and estate planning.

Tel: +34 952 778899 info@lexland.es www.lexland.es

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MAGNIFICENT ML LAUNCHED AT F1 IMMO CAR GALLERY F1 Immo Car Gallery and WF Real Estate SL welcomed guests to their showroom in San Pedro de Alcántara for Christmas cocktails, with an exciting update regarding their newest venture and the presentation of the new Mercedes Benz ML. Mr. Fischer´s personal friend Natasha Romanov, Russian actress, model and singer performed for the Marbella elite, whilst Daniele Filetti adopted the role of Master of Ceremony for the evening. San Pedro de Alcántara is the setting for the new lifestyle department, where customers will have access to exclusive real estate on the Costa del Sol and selected international investment opportunities.

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LEGACY OF A LEGEND The Marbella Club played host to a world exclusive premiere last month; the documentary, “Prince Alfonso Hohenlohe and the Marbella Club Hotel – The Creation of a Legend” by Philip Selkirk was revealed to over 80 people. The film charts the life of the Prince and the development of Marbella from a small fishing village to the cosmopolitan city we see it as today. It documents memorable occasions such as the visit of the Duke of Windsor to the hotel, Prince Alfonso’s influence in bringing the King of Saudi Arabia and many stars of stage and screen to the area. Central to the film is an in depth interview with Prince Alfonso, just three months before his death in 2003, talking candidly about his love affair with Marbella and the ups and downs of creating his beloved hotel. It also talks to many friends and family to give a personal account of his extraordinary life and his legacy.

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ARTISTIC TALENT The Red Penquin Art Gallery located within El Corte Ingles in Nueva Andalucia opened its doors for the first time in December. The gallery showcases an abundance of quality art from upcoming and acclaimed Spanish and International artists. For the inauguration, “Identity”, a collective exhibition of 18 ground-breaking, emerging talents was revealed. The Red Penquin Art Gallery strives to fill a gap in the market acting as a creative platform for talent, innovative ideas and diverse cultural interests including not only art itself but also vintage objects and collectables, art & design books and magazines, art consultancy, art to rent for companies, decorative artistic painting, education, workshops, lectures and events. Drawing on a wealth of knowledge and talent, the Red Penguin Art Gallery will work in close collaboration with four other galleries based in Barcelona, New York, Amsterdam and Beijing, creating a broad international platform for the exchange of some of the world´s most exciting artistic talent.

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TEE TIME Golfers gathered for the most recent La Sala Golf Classic in association with Simply Golf Holidays and SOCIETY MARBELLA. The amateur competition, ever growing in popularity and support, took place at the beautiful La Quinta Golf and Country Club. The prize giving was held in the new Private Dining Room at La Sala in Puerto Banus, where guests enjoyed nibbles and a welldeserved glass of wine or two!

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THE SOUNDS OF SANTISTEBAN Magna Café welcomed guests for an evening with legendary pianist, composer and producer Alfonso Santisteban. The famous musician has devoted most of his life to film work, producing the soundtracks for more than 50 films as well as an array of television jingles including the likes of Aplauso, Bla, Bla, Bla, Sobremesa, Blanco y Negro.

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THREE VOICES‌ ONE PASSION During the run up to Christmas, La Sala welcomed one of the classiest and most sophisticated vocal groups in Spain, Tres Divos. They performed an array of tracks from Il Divo, Andrea Bocelli, The Three Tenors as well as modern classics and musical theatre masterpieces. Arran Harding, Tom Lowe and Nicholas Pound hail from different singing backgrounds but once combined they create one of the most talented and unique vocal groups on the coast and proved to be an exceptionally popular hit with the busy crowd.

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Our in-depth motoring review

Motoring author, racing driver and photo-journalist Ian Kuah reports on the SLS AMG ROADSTER High in the hills above Monaco, a rousing soundtrack echoes off the craggy rock face and into the valley below as our red SLS AMG Roadster negotiates the sinuous road carved out of the very face of nature.

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he deep bellow of its big V8 rises in pitch and intensity with revs, popping and banging on the over-run as unburnt fuel joins the hot exhaust in what AMG engineers term a “controlled misfire.” This is one of finest and most inspirational automotive soundtracks ever.

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fixed roof adds a layer of insulation between you and the outside world. In the Roadster however, when its canvas roof is folded away, the sky is literally the limit.

With the small, thick steering wheel of the new SLS Roadster in my hands, I am having the time of my life. While I do enjoy every moment I can steal behind the wheel of the Coupe, the Roadster version adds a whole new dimension to the SLS act.

Like all open cars, the Roadster brings its occupants so much closer to nature and the big outdoors that enthusiasts crave. Hearing the big, four-cam V8 doing its work a step away in the Coupe is nothing like the up close and personal feeling you get during an al fresco drive in the Roadster. It takes the grin factor to the next level and beyond.

The Coupe’s gullwing doors are a constant draw for onlookers, but its

When one of the engineers asked me for my first impression of the new

Roadster after my afternoon’s drive, I told him that if AMG were to bottle this soundtrack, it would surely be the next best seller to Red Bull with car junkies.

We discovered the flipside of the SLS Roadster experience when we cruised through the famous Casino Square in Monaco. In this place where people gather to watch the rich and famous in a time honoured ritual, the Roadster was in its element.

We stopped for a few photos in front of the Casino, and suddenly every tourist with a camera or camera phone wanted their own Kodak moment. The SLS Roadster may not be as spectacular as the latest Ferrari or Lamborghini,

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but its subtler brand of visual panache prompted onlookers to home in for a closer look.

While the SLS Coupe woos the crowds with its gullwing doors, the Roadster seems to do the job by just being. Like the W198 300SL Roadster of 1957, it is a pure and simple shape with minimal drama, but a lot of class.

You would think that a wide supercar with a 1.57 metre long bonnet would be difficult to place on narrow roads.

In dimensional terms it is, but so long as you do not let this thought paralyse you, it is not really that difficult to thread thought narrow streets like the ones in Monaco.

The cars practical downside here is a less than London taxicab small turning circle. This means you have to judge your turning in point well if you want to sweep round tight bends like a pro, whilst maintaining a nonchalant demeanour in front of the chattering classes.

Push the button on the centre console and you are just 11 seconds away from either al fresco fun or a snug closed cabin. That is how long it takes for the snug triple-layer canvas roof to deploy itself either way. You can even operate the roof on the fly up to 50km/h, so a sudden downpour while you are in slow moving traffic need not turn into a soaking.

Still on the subject of practical matters, the 173-litre boot has only three-litres less capacity than the Coupe’s, and there is no change to the fuel tank capacity.

AMG’s dry-sump 6,208cc M159 V8 motor delivers the same explosive 571hp at 6,800rpm, with 650Nm of torque at 4,750rpm as in the Coupe. Extensive wind-tunnel work has ensured that the drag coefficient remains so close to the Coupe’s 0.36 that top speed is the same 317km/h. The extra 40kg has had no effect on the 3.8 sec 0-100km/h time either.

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parallel with the Coupe, so the extra structural stiffening required for the lightweight alloy space-frame was on the drawing board from day one.

“The front windscreen A-pillars are made from ultra-high-strength, heatformed steel for maximum roll-over protection, while a reinforced bar above the rear bulkhead incorporates the roll-over hoops and strengthens the structure behind the seats,” he explained.

“We also use thicker metal with a different cross section for the sills, extra stiffening around the transmission tunnel, and a tie bar between the rear suspension towers. In addition, we have two vertical reinforcing ribs from under the front screen to the transmission tunnel area to help dampen out harmonic vibrations.”

The extra structural strengthening only adds two kilograms to the weight of the body-in-white. And at 1,660kg, the Roadster is only 40kg heavier than the Coupe, weighing about the same as its chief competitor, the Porsche Turbo Cabriolet.

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The torsional stiffness figure is 18,000 Nm/degree of twist. To put that in perspective, the current SL shows 16,400 Nm/degree, while the SLS Coupe is 29,000 Nm/degree. Since open cars usually have around half the stiffness of their fixed-head equivalents, the SLS Roadster’s number is impressive.

The structure certainly feels rigid on real world roads with bumps, cambers and potholes. I was looking for signs of scuttle shake on roads still pock marked from last years hard winter, but any sign of movement through the steering wheel was insignificant. This is definitely one of the most rigid roadsters out there at any price.

A stiff shell means the suspension can be set up relatively supple without losing the all important handling edge.

AMG debuted their new optional AMG Ride Control (ARC) system on the Roadster. This electronic damper control system will also be offered on the Coupe with immediate effect.

The three damper settings are activated via the AMG Drive Control’s

Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus settings, but the separate Damper control button on the console means you can choose Sport for the engine and gearbox along with Comfort for the suspension if you so wish.

In Comfort mode, the suspension has a low speed secondary ride with a suppleness that suggests you can drive this car every day. The last SLS I drove was a Coupe with the optional Performance Package that I took from this same area to Paul Ricard for a track test. Its low speed ride was relentlessly firm on urban roads in Nice, only smoothing out at speed on the open road.

The new ARC system has this level of stiffness as its Sport Plus setting, while Comfort mode is a whole different ball game. “In Sport Plus setting, the ARC system makes the SLS even faster on track. We gained two seconds a lap on the Nurburgring,” said Tobias. “The Coupe will now lap the Nurburgring in 7 min 36 sec, while the Roadster does it in the low 7 min 40s.”

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The stiff structure is certainly a boon when you are pushing the car hard on mountain roads like these. In Sport plus, the suspension setting was too stiff, so I backed things off to Sport and found the perfect balance.

Similarly, Sport plus on the AMG Drive Unit was too aggressive for road use. It is fantastic on the track where you are normally either on full throttle or hard on the brakes, but on the road, where you use part throttle a lot of the time, it produces a jerky drive. So once again, either Sport or Manual mode was engaged.

Wind is always a problem when you open the roof of a convertible, but the combination of windscreen angle, which is unchanged from the Coupe by the way, side windows and the glass deflector behind the roll over hoops, keeps the cabin relatively draft free up to significant speeds.

In my own experience, 180km/h is not a problem, but when I made this remark, Tobias casually replied that the sheer volume of wind noise gets very unpleasant at around 280km/h!

Between and through the countless bends of all radii, second and third gears were the norm, holding the revs for engine braking and only using the powerful brakes for stopping, or washing off big speeds.

Airscarf was introduced with the previous generation SLK, and has since been adopted by the SL, and now the SLS Roadster. It is a box that AMG see almost everyone ticking, although it stayed off on the balmy French Riviera conditions we experienced during the launch event.

In the light of my experience with the system on these roads, I would not order either Coupe or Roadster without the AMG Ride Control. The benefits in both ride and handling are abundantly clear, and it effectively makes the SLS Roadster three cars in one.

Speaking of gadgets, the AMG Performance Media system also makes its debut with the SLS Roadster. Using the COMAND screen, it displays information like lateral and linear g-force, braking, power, torque and throttle angle. Used as a data logger, you

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can record up to ten laps, with lap and sector times, so it is a useful training aid. Unfortunately, it does not show your lines on track as AMG says the satellites are not accurate enough.

When AMG planned the SLS Roadster, they projected a 50/50 sales split with the Coupe. In the event, the actual take-up rate is looking more like twothirds in favour of the Roadster. While that is no surprise, the fact that the original 300SL of 1957 only marginally outsold its Coupe sister, (1,858 to 1,400 units) shows how times have changed.

To my mind, all it would take to encourage a prospective buyer to sign up for the Roadster is a drive like the one I enjoyed under warm blue skies with that amazing soundtrack ringing in my ears. That soundtrack, by the way, also makes the SLS Roadster my new favourite car for long tunnels!

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Calle Pablo Ruiz Picasso s/n, Edif. Ferroman, 29670 San Pedro de Alcantara Tel: (+34) 952 799 260 路 Fax: (+34) 952 785 460 contact@f1cargallery.com 路 www.f1cargallery.com

Project F1 Immo Car Gallery 2012

Live the Life of Luxury F

1 Immo Car Gallery are pleased to announce the expansion of its brand. Along with offering luxury vehicles, it can now deal with any real estate queries. Whether you are looking for opulent villas, exclusive penthouse apartments or any interesting investment opportunities, F1 Immo Car Gallery can help you find the home of your dreams.

Already well established on the Costa del Sol, Mr. Walter Fischer has over 35 years experience as an entrepreneur in the automotive industry. Offering lavish vehicles to the glitterati of Marbella for

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many years, his understanding of the trade is paramount. Looking for a practical family vehicle or an indulgent supercar? With no detail too large, the informative and approachable staff at the showroom in San Pedro are always on hand to offer advice and assistance on choosing the perfect addition to your life.

As part of a new project, the sector of quality real estate is going to be introduced, under the name WF Real Estate SL. The showroom in San Pedro de Alcántara will become the setting for the new lifestyle department.

Mr. Fischer will apply his professional know-how to the recently revamped F1 Immo Car Gallery. The aim is to attain a leading position in this sector, no matter whether customers are looking to purchase a vehicle from the Mercedes-Benz range or any other luxury brand.

Joining forces with Fernando Frühbeck of the largely successful Frühbeck Abogados, customers will now have the chance to access a portfolio of luxurious cars, exclusive residential properties on the Costa del Sol, as well as selected interna-

tional investment opportunities. The conglomeration of the two renowned companies was accompanied by an extravagant soiree last month, with speeches from Mr. Fischer himself and a performance from his personal friend Natasha Romanov, Russian actress, model and singer. At this elegant occasion, F1 Immo Car Gallery showcased its newest addition to its deluxe and ever-growing portfolio; the new Mercedes Benz ML. To complete the location in San Pedro de Alcántara, and to create a new venue not only for customers searching for an individual high class property and the corresponding cars, a new café store is scheduled to open adjacent to the showroom during 2012. If you are looking for the complete experience of luxury, be sure to visit the F1 Immo Car Gallery.

F1 Immo Car Gallery Calle Pablo Ruiz Picasso s/n, Edif. Ferroman, San Pedro de Alcántara Tel. 952 799 260 contact@f1cargallery.com

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WIRED LauraJane Bruce takes a look at the coolest gadgets on the market

Amped Up!

Nesting for the winter No more programming or constantly changing the temperature. The Nest Learning Thermostat programs itself in a week to keep you comfortable and save energy. Nest will do what you tell it, so teach it energy saving habits: turn the temperature down at night or when you leave the house, and don’t turn the temperature too high or low. Energy saving features like Auto-Away, which turns heating and cooling down automatically when no one is home and Energy History shows you how much energy you’ve used daily. The Nest Leaf appears when you’re saving energy and guides you in the right direction. By day eight of installation, Nest has made a schedule for your home. One-off temperature changes won’t confuse it, but change the temperature a couple of days in a row and Nest will catch on and adjust its schedule. Lower the temperature two Mondays in a row and Nest will remember for next week. After an unseasonably cold day, you log in to nest.com from the office to adjust the temperature at home. If you have multiple thermostats, you can view and manage each individually from one Nest account. Use the Nest mobile app to connect to your thermostat from a smartphone. Getting in early? Change the temperature miles from home. nest.com

Amped Wireless is the leading manufacturer of high power, long-range wireless communication products for the home and office. The SR600EX High Power Wireless-N 600mW Professional Series Smart Repeater extends the range of any indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi network by repeating the signal from your home or office wireless access point or router. All Amped Wireless Professional Series High Power Wi-Fi Solutions feature a weatherproof enclosure for indoor and outdoor use, an advanced 600mW amplifier for professional Wi-Fi range, and a high gain directional antenna to achieve strong, wireless connections up to 1.5 miles. ampedwireless.com

Rest Assured Converge is a docking station from Quirky that shows off your electronics while they charge. Wires slip in easily, stay in place with the help of soft TPE grips, and stay out of sight. With four USB outlets, you can charge multiple gadgets at once, all the while maintaining their style. Curved to allow your electronics to nestle in place while charging; show your gadgets some love! quirky.com

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Scan you believe it!

The revolutionary Smartscan Mouse from LG is set to transform the conventional way we use a mouse. Designed to be a space-saving and cost-effective way for users to scan, save and edit hard copy documents, from Word and Excel spreadsheets to photos and images. Being small, light and portable, the Scanner Mouse removes the need for cumbersome, expensive scanners. The Scanner Mouse works by using an underside with five LEDs, which reflect the image you are scanning into the mouse. By simply pressing the scan button, the device activates, displaying whatever is below the mouse onto the user’s screen. Within the accompanying software, users can then paste, share, save, print and edit the document or image. Scanned text can be edited in MS Office and formats such as JPEG, PDF and PNG are all supported with a scan size of up to A3. amazon.co.uk

WIRED Razr sharp technology Impossibly thin with unstoppable power. Introducing the Droid Razr by Motorola, the world’s thinnest 4G LTE smartphone. A true marvel of design, this smartphone packs strength and intelligence into a stylish package. Measuring 7.1 mm thin, made with Kevlar fiber for strength and Corning Gorilla Glass for scratch resistance, the Droid Razr is ready to face the elements. Speed limits are just an illusion with a dual-core 1.2 GHz processor. Droid Razr customers can expect to rip through the Web with speeds up to ten times faster than 3G. Not only does Droid Razr by Motorola deliver heart-pounding speed, it has a mind-bending 4.3-inch hyper-vibrant display with more colours than most LCD HDTVs. It’s the first smartphone capable of streaming movies and TV shows with up to HD resolution. The Smart Actions app helps automate everyday tasks and optimizes battery efficiency by letting users create rules, such as automatically setting the phone to vibrate during work hours or dimming the display at a specific battery level. motorola.com

Shockingly clever iBallz Original is a shock-absorbing harness for the iPad. Four shock-absorbing balls fit over the corners of your iPad and are held in place by an adjustable elastic cord.

Easy to attach and remove, iBallz provide ultimate drop protection without adding weight or concealing your iPad. Dropped from any angle, it never touches the floor and is elevated above spills and sticky surfaces. Adding comfort and improved handling for every day use, you can also hang your iPad like a picture frame or remove one ball to orient into the perfect tilted typing position. iwantoneofthose.com

Speaking from experience…

Bose has introduced the SoundLink Wireless Mobile speaker, a portable speaker that connects wirelessly to any Bluetooth enabled device. Now, the music from a smartphone or tablet can be streamed at the touch of a button and played aloud anywhere with a level of audio performance, mobility and durability that’s entirely new for Bluetooth speakers. With no wires or docking needed, at less than five centimeters thick, and no bigger than an average book, it can easily fit in a bag, backpack or briefcase. For instant setup, its integrated cover unfolds into a stand. Open the cover, and the system is ready to be played.

Close it, and the system shuts off. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery supplies power for more than three hours at high volume, and for more than eight hours at typical listening levels, and being able to resist salt, fog, sand, wind, and moisture, it’s ideal for the beach, park, party, home, or office.

And using end-caps made from automotive-grade chrome, it will survive being dropped repeatedly.

What more could you ask for? bose.co.uk

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disco club

www.tribeca12.com Official Grey Goose embassy

dope urban and chic house music - parties and private events - open till 7am

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Elegance

he Marbella Club Hotel, located in the heart of the Golden Mile is one of ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’ and was once the private residence of Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe. It features 121 luxury bedrooms and suites, spread over the breathtaking beach front resort, har monizing with 14 Andalusian-style villas speckled throughout 42.000 square metres of lush subtropical gardens, each with their own private garden and heated pool. The Marbella Club Hotel is famed for their Thalasso Spa, which includes a dynamic indoor seawater pool, steam baths and saunas, a solarium and 12 treatment rooms, their stunning private 18-hole Golf Resort, and uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean. Opened in 1954, and steeped in historic beauty it is considered a meeting point for international prominence and Jet set, once attracting Hollywood royalty Audrey Hepburn and Bridgette Bardot.

Asian fusion cuisine and its famous low-calorie menus.

MC Café is an integral ingredient of the established and most sought after venue on the Costa del Sol. An extension of the pride and renowned status developed over the years, the restaurant envelops everything a classic restaurant should; style, class and charisma. Since its

Commencing our indulgent feast, a duo of sashimi dishes; firstly a tuna tartare fused with ripe guacamole cubes and a sweet teriyaki sauce.

Proudly adorned with a parsnip crisp and served on a slate, it was instantly evident that the remarkably talented chef has an unsurpassed attention to detail on each

Open from 10am, MC Café is the per fect choice for any occasion: a morning coffee, a late breakfast or for an invigorating mid-day appetizer (make sure you try one of the gour met pizzas, simply delicious!)

Also ideal for a light lunch or a relaxed and delicious dinner, it is continually distinguished by its first rate service. MC Café’s infor mal yet fashionable atmosphere is what differentiates it from the rest. The trendy Euro-Asian fusion cuisine has proven a fir m favourite amongst locals and tourists alike; head chef Juan Martin has been developing his signature food concept since initiating his culinary journey many years ago. With a CV boasting prestigious restaurants such as a Michelin Star kitchen in Tenerife, his passion has matured since childhood; his family being credited for his talent.

debut in the summer of 2002, MC Café, which is strategically located at one of the Club’s entrances, has become a very popular meeting place for both visitors and local marbellíes, drawn by its elegant contemporary design, its European/

COSTA CUISINE dish that is passed out of the pioneering kitchen. The second platter included a selection of sashimi; tuna, butter fish and salmon, each slice wafer thin, allowing the depth of flavour to emerge onto your palate. The accompanying wasabi and ginger developed on your tongue, bringing a piquant tendency to each bite. Considered the finest dish in Japanese culture, we were definitely spoilt!

The following was my personal favourite dish; risotto of wild mushroom with a truffle and Par mesan

foam, the earthy tones of the mushrooms marrying per fectly with the rich and porous rice. The refined taste of the truffle and distinctive Par mesan foam gently glazed the body of the meal, allowing for all of the flavours to develop in their own individual time frame.

A momentary break from the vegetarian style dishes presented for mally; carpaccio of bresaola, drizzled with olive oil, embellished with a rocket, sundried tomato and pine nut salad, enveloped in a Parmesan parcel. The velvety texture of the salted beef complemented

the crisp rocket, crumbled nuts and brittle cheese disk.

Three fish dishes ensued, per fectly grilled salmon resting on a bed of sautéed tomato and crunchy bean sprouts, decorated with a lime butter salsa and dotted with capers.

Moist and wonder fully blended with the zesty jus, the salmon flaked away with ease, while the salty capers garnished wonder fully, resulting in an explosion of light but tangy essence upon your tongue.

Secondly, roast turbot, a descendant of the flatfish family, drizzled

with a beurre blanc sauce. The delicate flavours of the fish teamed with diced vegetables, blanched asparagus and the emulsified butter based jus combined effortlessly.

Their infamous king tempura was served next, the light batter acting as a blanket of crunch over the pump shrimps, with an accompanying sweet chilli dip. Our final main, a tender shank of lamb poised proudly among creamed potatoes, sautéed pumpkin and herb jus. The meat, so juicy, cascaded off the bone onto the awaiting moat of coulis.

Our concluding dessert was a decadent chocolate fondant, oozing with war m coco sauce and topped with a timbale of vanilla ice-cream and a caramel crisp. Gluttonous at its best, we engorged on what can only be described as heaven on a spoon.

Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe’s definition of luxury was a ‘blend of privacy and gardens’, per fectly encompassed within the Marbella Club Hotel and all of its attributes.

The cuisine, outstanding, and the service, second to none. If any-

one is suffering from the ‘January blues’, MC Café will be sure to brighten your day.

MC Café Marbella Club Hotel, Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe, s/n 29600 Marbella Tel: 952 822 211 marbellaclub.com

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elaborated by explaining that the initial ingredient, in this case, Pistachio, is not chosen, it essentially chooses them; whether it be the season’s first peas or highest quality fish, the team at Acacia develop their dishes around the fresh produce that becomes available.

A sensational pairing found when completing this process was pistachio and camomile, as honey is the primary ingredient in the latter, through a trial process, the team combined the elements and the result; revolutionary.

Pistachio and complementary flavours, one of Acacia´s signature dishes, utilizes the above combination via a camomile gel.

eep in the heart of Puerto Banus you will find one of the most innovative dining possibilities Marbella has to offer; Acacia wouldn´t be out of place in any of the world´s most cosmopolitan cities, Los Angeles, London, New York or San Fransisco and that´s not just due to its fresh, contemporary décor. An evening at Acacia is more than first class cuisine and excellent service, it’s an interactive experience. SOCIETY MARBELLA met with the creative genius behind this extraordinary establishment, Victor Garvey, to talk about the development of his creations and the innovative methods and techniques used to produce these mesmerising dishes.

Victor began by explaining the concept behind the unique flavour assortments found immersed in each creation, describing the aroma pairing process completed before cooking commences. Every ingredient contains a certain amount of volatile molecules, the higher the percentage of volatile molecules two flavours have in common the more likely they are to complement each other, much like tomato and basil. This concept was first appreciated by Firmenich scientist François Benzi. He had the idea that jasmine and pork liver, which both contain indole, could possibly work well together; despite not being considered as classical complements, the flavours blended effortlessly. Experimenting with salty ingredients and chocolate, Heston Blumenthal discovered that caviar and white chocolate are a perfect match; this is due to the

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95% of volatile molecules they share.

Victor and his team adopt this logic when producing their ever evolving menu allowing them to avoid overused preconceived notions. He explained a visit to Acacia is ultimately a sensory journey and whilst the traditional concept of ingredients such as garlic and squid work together effortlessly, Victor aims to provide his customers with something different, a true avantgarde escapade.

A tree of flavours,(see Fig.1) is used to instigate the flavour pairings process.

The straight lines dictate ingredients that contain a high percentage of volatile molecules and are renowned as ideal unions, whilst the dotted lines express pioneering combinations that due to their molecular structure have the possibility of a perfect fusion but are not classic couplings. Victor

COSTA CUISINE We were lucky enough to be welcomed into the Acacia kitchen to witness some of the cutting-edge technology used to produce the gourmet offerings. From January, an additional agent appearing on this innovative plate, camomile chips, will present a contrast of texture against the camomile gel. The chips are created using a dehydrator. This advanced technology achieves texture without compromising flavour.

It’s no wonder Acacia has proven such a phenomenal success. Combining ground breaking technologies, ingenious philosophies and gourmet components has resulted in a revolutionary amalgamation. Attaining comparisons to Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck, Acacia has truly put Marbella on the map.

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Acacia prides itself upon offering an interactive experience for its customers, the table side smoked salmon is the true epitome of this concept. Delivered to the table fully enclosed allowing customers to decide on the length of time they wish the smoking process to continue, this dish offers more than just a gourmet delicacy; transporting recipients on a visual and emotional journey.

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Acacia Restaurant Plaza Marina Banus, Bloque 2, Local 2A, Puerto Banus Tel. 693 041 124 acacia-restaurant.com

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Quinoa andare Vegetable Tart “Prepared, Served & Shared with Love”

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options on their menu without jeopardising flavour. We caught up with proprieMonday to Saturday, from 8.00 to 6.00 pm tor Omaya Bellavoine to ask her why Tel: +34 eating 951 27 90 56 healthy is so important.

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29660imperative Nueva Andalucía do you think How Marbella, Málaga healthy eating is?

I am a mother of three, and I strongly believe that what you eat reflects how you look and feel; better health, more energy, clearer skin, slimmer figure, all of which add up to a more fruitful outlook on life.

Ingredients 1 cup Quinoa grain 1 cup diced cucumber 1 cup diced tomatoes 1 avocado 1/2 cup diced onions 1/2 cup chopped coriander leaves 1 cup chopped mint leaves Lemon and olive oil for dressing

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Why does La Parisienne champion healthy eating?

This type of restaurant is missing in Marbella, whereas there are an abundance of them in Paris; somewhere you can enjoy a tasty lunch without feeling guilty for eating badly. Healthy eating doesn’t only mean eating low calorie options; it’s more about eating food prepared freshly, with quality ingredients, no preservatives or chemical flavours. We source many of our products locally in order to attain the freshest produce. The way we cook our meals is also very important to us. We try to use as little fat as possible, and only good fats; the best olive oil, a hint of butter. Our jams use no preservatives or extra sugars. Our cakes are baked on the premises or in the Cake Couture workshop, using only the best

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ingredients and once again no chemical flavours or additives. Our bread and pastries are only made with French flour, butter and water, no pig fat or margarine unlike many pastries and bread you can find down here, and they are not imported from France frozen, but baked daily by a local artisan! Our salads and tartines are created to provide a simple, yet delicious, balanced meal.

What tips can you offer readers for eating healthily in 2012?

Healthy eating doesn’t mean dieting unlike many people think. My advice is to eat everything but in moderation. Lots

of vegetables and fruits, meat and fish for the energy... and a bit of cake for the mood! The problem is very often not what you eat, but how you prepare your food; it’s ok to have potatoes, but steam them instead of frying them! Never skip a meal, in France we have a saying, ‘have a king’s breakfast, a prince’s lunch, and a poor man’s dinner.’ All three meals are important, but it is also important to balance them properly.

La Parisienne French Bakery and Café Centro Plaza , Nueva Andalucia Tel. 951 279 056 La Parisienne Café

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Monday to Saturday, from 8.00 to 6.00 pm Tel: +34 951 27 90 56 Centro Plaza 29660 Nueva Andalucía Marbella, Málaga

Little Black Book

Restaurants The essential guide to the Costa del Sol

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BENAHAVIS

Oriental

Indian

KAMAKURA Location: Golf resort Tel. 956 646 575 Considered one of the finest Japanese restaurants in Spain.

MASALA Location: C. Com, El Pilar, Local 2 Tel. 900 525 801 masalamarbella.com Classic and exciting Indian dishes in an effervescent setting.

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TABERNA DEL ALABARDERO Location: Ctra. de Ronda Tel. 952 812 794 alabarderoresort.com Creative inexpensive cuisine in elegant surroun-dings a including stunning garden setting.

KE BAR Location: Frontline Port Tel. 956 793 333 Chic venue, ideal for watching the world pass by with snacks and full meals.

FLAHERTY’S Location: Frontline Port Tel. 956 790 390 Lively Irish bar and restaurant with well-priced snacks and full dishes – fun ambiance and live music evenings.

CASARES International SCHILO Location: Ctra. de Casares Tel. 952 937 800 fincacortesin.com Gourmet, Asian-fusion cuisine created by world-class chef Schilo Van Corvorden at the Finca Cortesin Hotel and Golf Resort. Superb service, elegant setting and excellent wine list.

WEST OF SAN PEDRO Argentinean STEAK ‘N’ RIB SHACK Location: El Paraiso II, 9-9 Tel. 952 886 828 A vibrant eatery serving classically authentic Argentinean steak. Glorious al fresco dining in the summer months.

Italian LA PAPPARDELLA Location: Laguna Village Tel. 952 807 354 lapappardella.com Popular Italian restaurant group that made its mark in London and Puerto Banús. Extensive list of dishes made using the finest Italian ingredients, and great service. A fine dining experience in chic, luxurious surroundings.

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LA CASITA Location: La Heredia Tel. 952 788 033 Restaurant and tapas bar. A unique dining experience. Modern classics with a twist of fine dining in the stunning village of La Heredia. Live kitchen cams, private dining areas and a beautiful terrace.

SAN PEDRO Argentinean LA ROSA Location: Centro Comercial Guadalmina 111, Locales 4 y 12 Tel. 952 855 769 restaurantelarosa.com A cosy setting with an eclectic atmosphere, roasting the meat to the required taste of each individual client.

International PASSION CAFÉ Location: C.C. La Colonia Tel. 952 781 583 passioncafe.eu Fresh and creative food served throughout the day. Fantastic breakfasts, salads, wok dishes, fajitas, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Daily specials and superb evening menu. Eclectic décor and pleasant ambience.

BORA BORA BEACH CLUB Location: Urb. Linda Vista Baja, Calle Las Gitanillas, San Pedro Tel. 952 789 100 Specialising in Italian fusion and seafood specialties, right on the beach. Dine, drink and relax by the pool. Excellent party venue.

Italian TRATTORIO L’IMPRONTA Location: Adva Salamanca, Edificio San Pedro del Mar Tel. 952 785 943 For lovers of authentic Italian cuisine.

INDIAN RESTAURANT BAR & TERRACE Open every day for dinner 18:00-00:00

We offer a unique dining experience, serving an exotic blend of fantastic fragrant food in an ambiance inspired by rich culture with excellent service.

We can accommodate tables for 2–20, inside the restaurant or outside on the terrace.

Conveniently situated in the heart of Nueva Andalucia minutes away from the famous Aloha Golf courses and Puerto Banus.

The Curry Stars in Marbella!

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International

American

ACACIA Location: Plaza Marina Banus, Bloque 2, Local 2A, Puerto Banus (formally liquid lounge) Tel. 693 041 125 Acacia-restaurant.com A centrally located, innovative and exciting eatery with each dish containing an essence of head chef, Victor Garvey’s passion.

HARD ROCK CAFÉ Location: Calle Ramón Areces Esquina Marina Banús Tel. 952 908 024 hardrock.com Open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner, serving authentic American cuisine.

JACKS Location: Front Line Puerto Banus Tel. 952 813 625 Traditional American dishes including wings and burgers, adjacent to luxury yachts and the most fashionable labels.

Argentinean EL GAUCHO Location: Front Line Puerto Banus Tel. 956 795 528 With beautiful views of the luxurious yachts, this authentically traditional grill restaurant is open daily for dinner.

GRILL DEL PUERTO Location: Front Line Puerto Banus Tel. 952 811 686 Specialising in charcoal grill, stonegrill and Chateaubriand, with an extensive wine list and glorious views of Puerto Banus.

French CHATEAU MONA LISA Location: Front Line Puerto Banus Tel. 952 908 808 Reputable French cuisine, all in a modern atmosphere.

Greek RED PEPPER Location: Front Line Puerto Banus Tel. 952 812 148 Established Greek restaurant serving the finest Grecian cuisine in friendly surroundings.

Italian ARETUSA Location: Front Line Tel. 952 812 898 The perfect setting for a romantic dinner, with classic Italian dishes.

DON LEONE Location: C/ Muelle Ribera Tel. 952 811 716 Open every night for dinner, right in the heart of Puerto Banus.

MACCHERONI Location: Jardines del Puerto Tel. 951 703 175 Fashionable pizzeria serving authentic Italian specialties. Takeaway available. Open every night from 8pm.

PIZZERIA PICASSO

Location: C/ Muelle Ribera Local 48 / 49 Tel. 952 813 669 pizzeriapicasso.com Extremely popular restaurant, serving classic Italian dishes. Fast service, perfect for all ages.

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BUBBLES Location: Plaza Antonio Banderas, TIBV Tel. 606 070 979 bubblesmarbella.com Superb international cuisine and cocktails in stunning Balinese roof terrace setting.

BUDDHA BEACH Location: Urb. Marina Villa (beachside) Tel. 952 813 882 buddhabeachbanus.com Luxurious Balinese setting with al fresco restaurant serving an appetising selection of dishes ranging from fresh seafood platters to Thai fusion cuisine, sushi, creative salads and lighter dishes.

A “Snack and Wrap” menu can be enjoyed from Buddha’s beach beds.

EL GRAN GATSBY Location: Puerto Banus elgrangatsby.com A vanguard concept of the Mediterranean kitchen in the best spot of Puerto Banús, which offers you an author’s kitchen with magnificent views over the Mediterranean sea LA SALA BANUS Location: Calle Belmonte Tel. 952 814 145 lasalabanus.com Open from 10am to midnight, seven days a week, La Sala offers eight individually styled settings to suit whatever mood you are in – for breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon drinks with friends, evening cocktails or private business meetings. A set lunch menu from Monday to Friday is available for 15€ for two courses, and complimentary valet parking is available from 10am.

LAMORAGA Location: Calle Ramón Areces, s/n Tel. 952 817 448 lamoraga.com Courtesy of culinary expert and celebrated Spanish chef Dani Garcia, discover dining at its best.

LOS BANDIDOS Location: Front Line Puerto Banus Tel. 952 815 915 losbandidos.info Open seven days a week from 7.30pm, this innovative International kitchen has been identified as one of the most popular restaurants in Puerto Banus, with its combination of excellent cuisine and relaxed atmosphere.

OCEAN CLUB Location: Avda. Lola Flores Tel. 952 908 137 oceanclub.es Luxurious beachfront restaurant and beach club located in the heart of Puerto Banus, offering traditional French cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. Also Asian specialties on offer.

Little Black Book International PRAVDA BANUS Location: Ed. Levante Loc. 4-5 Tel. 952 811 443 restaurante-pravda.com Innovative contemporary dining using only the freshest produce. Their unique style of menu, atmosphere and attention to detail has made them a renowned hot spot for discerning diners.

SALT AND PEPPER CAFÉ BAR Location: C.C Cristamar, Puerto Banus Tel. 678 127 359/600 798 986 Seasoned to perfection, a healthy and wholesome café and bar with a Swedish touch, an ideal location to enjoy an al fresco lunch or light bite.

TANGO RESTAURANTE Location: Avenida de la Rivera, Puerto Banus Tel. 952 812 358 tangorestaurante.com Serving excellent Argentinean cuisine. Its unrivalled meat dishes and imaginative menu make Tango one of the best options in Banús.

Oriental NAGA THAI Location: C.C. Cristamar Tel. 952 815 319 naga.es Wide range of exquisite and exotic dishes enjoyed in stylish surroundings. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Takeaway and full catering service also available.

NARUTO Location: C.C. Cristamar Tel. 952 811 827 Contemporary cuisine, presented by Sushi des Artistes (Golden Mile) – sushi, sashimi and Japanese tapas. Takeaway available.

Open seven days a week from 1pm till late.

THAI GALLERY Location: Puerta de Banus Tel. 952 818 392 thaigallery-restaurante.com Creative cuisine with professional service and lively atmosphere. Open daily for dinner.

NUEVA ANDALUCIA French LA PARISIENNE Location: Centro Plaza Tel. 951 279 056 An authentic Parisian patisserie and café, serving a blend of delicious sandwiches, quiches, tartines, salads, soups and Plat du Jour. Freshly prepared daily with locally sourced produce to eat in or take away. Bringing a little joie de vivre to the Marbella lifestyle.

Indian BOLLYWOOD RESTAURANT Location: Urb. Fuente Aloha Tel. 952 906 748 Exotic blend of fantastic fragrant food, ambiance inspired by rich culture and all topped off with excellent service.

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CHARME CAFÉ Location: Centro Comercial Plaza Tel. 952 906 312 charmecafe.com A charming restaurant with elegant style and best quality of food, drinks and service! Charme Cafe is your very own unique venue to enjoy a coffee with amazing views or a fabulous lunch overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. EVITA BY BUENOS AIRES Location: Avda. del Prado Tel. 952 929 620 Superb Argentinean cuisine. Golf views on a beautiful terrace.

THE FRESH FOOD CAFÉ Location: Urb. Los Naranjos de Marbella Tel. 952 907 364 thefreshfoodcafe.es Fresh food, simple ingredients, always freshly prepared to order.

GIRASOL Location: Avda. del Prado Tel. 952 813 859 Superb service and excellent food from award-winning chefs.

Attractive surroundings and pleasant patio terrace overlooking golf valley.

GUEY RESTAURANT AND SKYBAR Location: Plaza de las Orquideas 4 Tel. 952 929 250 gueymarbella.com Blending ancient Mediterranean recipes with international cuisine combined with traditional and modern interior design.

Specialising in authentic Mexican tequilas.

LA FISHITA Location: Calle Las Violetas, Local 7 Tel. 952 813 589 lafishita.com Gourmet fish and chip shop, perfect for dining in or for takeaway. Open everyday from 4pm.

MAGNA CAFÉ Location: Magna Marbella Golf Tel. 952 929 587 magnacafe.com Exquisite cuisine in stunning surroundings. Bar and large terrace with breathtaking views.

NERMANS RESTAURANT AND BISTRO BAR Location: Avienda del Prado Tel. 952 815 398 nermans.com Sumptuous home cooking in a relaxed atmosphere, with attentive bilingual staff and good value for money.

POLYNESIAN’S RESTAURANT AND COCKTAIL BAR Location: Urb. La Alcazaba Tel. 952 816 100 restaurantepolynesians.es Exotic fusion of tropical and oriental cuisine, with indoor or al fresco dining, relaxing ambience and Chinese wood-fired oven specialties.

STARZ MARBELLA Location: C.C. Centro Plaza Tel. 952 816 313 starzmarbella.com International food with all-day breakfast and extensive lunch menu. Open Monday to Saturday 8.30am-5pm. Free wifi.

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Live Music - Our entertainers are chosen specifically with you the guest in mind. Why not come along and enjoy what they have to offer while dining in our sumptuous surroundings. We have live music every Friday and Saturday evening from 20.00. Alternatively join us for Sunday lunch when the live music continues from 14.00

Little Black Book YANX CAFÉ Location: Centro Plaza Tel. 952 818 861 cafeyanx.com A prized location and lively atmosphere make this a great choice all-round.

SUITE Location: Hotel Puente Romano Tel. 952 820 900 suiteclubs.com Stunning restaurant and lounge serving superb Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine in luxurious surroundings.

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VILLA TIBERIO Location: Marbella Mar Tel. 952 771 799 villatiberio.com Highly popular restaurant set within stylish surroundings; al fresco at it’s best.

REGINA’S Location: Near Andalucia Plaza Tel. 952 814 529 Elegant surroundings with high-quality Italian dishes ranging from traditional to creative.

Oriental RESTAURANTE ASIATICO Location: C/Lirios, s/n, opposite Playas del Duque Tel. 952 817 691 Open every day for lunch and dinner except Tuesday for lunch. Takeaway available. Private parking. Fabulous outdoor terrace.

SENSATIONS DELI & SUSHI Location: Av. Manolete, 20 Tel. 952 814 964 sensationsdeliandsushi.com Innovative and tantalising sushi creations at competitive prices THAI BANGKOK Location: Plaza de Las Orquideas Tel. 952 813 603

GOLDEN MILE International ABSOLUTE CAFÉ Location: Golden Mile Tel. 952 867 384 Relaxed atmosphere, open from 10am until late everyday.

Classic café cuisine, cocktails and shisha.

GOLDEN GOOSE Location: Bulevar del Principe Alfonso von Hohenlohe Tel. 952 764 648 goldengoose.es A charming roman style building, designed as an entertainment center, ideal of lunches, dinner and private parties.

MC CAFÉ Location: Marbella Club Hotel Tel. 952 822 211 marbellaclub.com Creative and affordable fine dining open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

SMALL WORLD CAFÉ Location: C.C. Le Village Tel. 952 771 046 smallworldcafe.com Small World Café is a cool, contemporary restaurant where diners can enjoy lazy breakfasts, a quick bite for lunch or a relaxed dinner from the simple yet creative menu.

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Indian TAJ MAHAL Location: C/ Jazmines 17 Local 1 Tel. 952 814 719 tajmahalmarbella.com Exotic Indian cuisine, perfect for intimate dining and takeaway.

Italian TERRAZZA DUAL Location: Marbella Mar Tel. 952 925 250 terrazzadual.com Great service and attractive surroundings. Homemade dishes.

Takeaway also available.

Mexican CANTINA ZAPATA

Location: Boulevard Principe Alfonso Hohenlohe Tel. 952 867 283 zapatatexmex.com An array of authentic Mexican dishes, all served in a vibrant atmosphere. Local beers and affordable cuisine.

Oriental GOLDEN WOK Location: MarbellaMar Street, Local 1 Tel. 952 866 840 goldenwokmarbella.com Specializing in East Asian cuisine, hot and cold buffet available, along with wok or griddle Japanese Teppanyaki in front of you.

SUKHOTHAI Location: Marbella Mar Tel. 952 770 550 sukhothai-restaurante.com Fabulous Thai cuisine with intimate surroundings and cosmopolitan décor.

TAI PAN Location: Puente Romano Tel. 952 777 893 taipan-restaurante.com Enjoy cocktails at Polynesian Bar before sampling oriental cuisine in beautiful surroundings.

THAI ELEPHANT Location: Opposite Marbella Club Tel. 952 779 166 thaielephant.es Sumptuous original Thai and Japanese cuisine including sushi and a selection of curries, with a large terrace area perfect for al fresco dining. Takeaway and delivery service also available – with full menus and online order service.

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Little Black Book MARBELLA French CASANIS Location: Calle Ancha 8 Tel. 952 900 450 Exquisite bistro serving menu del dia as well as a la carte, aperitifs and cocktails. Open Monday to Saturday for dinner.

International ZOZOI Location: Plaza Altamirano Tel. 952 858 868 zozoi.com Old converted house provides perfect atmosphere for cuisine with a difference.

DA FABIO Location: Marbella and El Rosario Tel. 952 823 376/952 833 467 Friendly, authentic Italian restaurant offering traditional cuisine and special dishes prepared by the chef. Open daily 11ammidnight, with easy parking.

EAST OF MARBELLA International

SANTIAGO Location: Paseo Maritimo Tel. 952 770 078 restaurantesantiago.com Specialising in fish and seafood from throughout Spain.

MOZAIC RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Location: Las Chapas. Tel. 952 839 901 Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 9am till midnight (lounge until 2am), offering Belgium and International cuisine.

CASAMONO Location: Calle Estebanez Calderon Tel. 952 774 578 The cuisine is in the style of a classic French bistro with a delicious array of cocktails.

BONO’S BEACH Location: Costabella beachside Tel. 952 839 236 bonosbeach.com Fine cuisine in a stunning location on one of the most beautiful beaches in Marbella.

GARUM Location: Paseo Maritimo Tel. 952 858 858 garummarbella.com Great for drinks, snacks and a la carte dining. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

THE ORANGE TREE Location: Orange Square Tel. 952 924 613 Creative contemporary cuisine, with innovative new menu every six weeks. Open daily for dinner from 6.30pm till late; early evening menu until 8pm.

BIJOU BAR & BISTRO Location: Plaza Juan de la Rosa Tel. 952 776 468 bijoumarbella.com Varied and well-priced cuisine, designed to include fresh ingredients, in comfortable environment with excellent, friendly service. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm.

AMAPOLA RESTAURANT Location: Calle Ortega y Gasset Tel. 952 774 650 amapolamarbella.com Quaint restaurant set in the heart of Marbella, with experimental molecular gastronomy.

NUEVA KASKADA Location: Urb. La Montua, Calle Chorreadero, Marbella Tel. 952 864 478 nuevakaskada.com Open everyday from 7pm, enjoy fresh cuisine on their vast terrace.

Italian ZAFFERANO Location: Calle Gloria 12 Tel. 952 863 125 ristorantezafferano.it Beautiful renovated old town house with modern Italian cuisine in elegant surroundings.

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CASA NOSTRA Location: Calle Camilo Jose Cela Tel. 952 861 108 Local dining institution since 1988, with extensive selection of superb Italian cuisine.

THE BEACH HOUSE Location: frontline beach Elviria Tel. 952 839 458 thebeachhousemarbella.com Idyllic location by the sea with stunning sunsets over one of the Coast’s best beaches. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

NIKKI BEACH Location: Hotel Don Carlos (beachside) Tel. 952 836 239 nikkibeach.com/Marbella Nikki’s signature ‘global’ cuisine served in luxurious beach club surroundings either on he palm-shaded al fresco terrace, or from one of the oversized beach beds.

MIJAS COSTA International EL OCEANO BEACH HOTEL & RESTAURANT Location: Miraflores Tel. 952 587 637 El Oceano is an oasis of laid-back luxury, privately owned and operated, where guest comfort and satisfaction is paramount.

The three restaurants serve up flawless food and the views are breathtaking.

MIJAS PLAYA Location: La Cala seafront Tel. 952 493 749 Popular restaurant overlooking the sea, with entertainment and dancing every evening. Superb food in elegant surroundings.

VALPARAISO Location: Ctra de Mijas Tel. 952 485 996 restaurantevalparaiso.es Excellent Italian and International cuisine in charming and elegant surroundings.

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Tucked away in the industrial estate, Gunn el’z Fashion boutique brings a totally new and fresh concept to Marbella. Inspired by the urban chic boutiques in New York’s Meat Packing Distr ict, Gunnel has designed an environment that is 100 percent conducive to shopping. Packed full of funky styles, the store offers a one-stop shop for head-to-toe styling from shoes to jewellery, bags and accessories, all handpicked by the fashion-savvy owner. Now the new year has began, Gunnel’z Fashion is offering fantastic discounts on many of the already affordable brands; from Monday 9 January, many of the labels will be reduced by a staggering 50%!

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Gunnel’z Fashion C/ Dublin 21, Poligono Industrial San Pedro de Alcantara 29670 Tel. 952 785 602 gunnelhome.com

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Recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Educ ation within the Junta de Andalucía and recipient of the Costa del Sol Business Award in 2009 for the best-integrated foreign company in Andalucía, Marbella Design Acad emy offer an array of three year diploma courses at Bach elor degree level. Founded in 1995, it has produced 16 years of innovative professionals in design. Set in 10,000m2 grounds, the academy is built to the demands of a mode rn college and is fully wheelchair accessible, as specified by the Ministry of Education. With the option to begin courses in September or January, each academic year covers a ten month duration, all taught in English, with complementary Spanish classes offered twice a week. Worr ied about rising expenditures? Don’t be! Living and accom modation costs are low, rental properties easy to find in Monda and Marbella and the academy will provide any assistance required. In addition, the leisure activi ty opportunities available are extensive due to the diversity and beauty of our city, all of which result in a great stude nt life.

Marbella Design Academy Camino Hoyanca 29110 Monda Tel. 952 459 677 designschool.com

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