i-on magazine | May 2019

WIN A VIP SHOPPING EXPERIENCE £500 to spend at Johnstons of Elgin CITY ESCAPES Stylish aparthotels in Edinburgh and Glasgow LABOUR OF LOVE The realities of modern midwifery

EDINBURGH | GL A SGOW

HOW TO EAT NOW

The biggest trends, wow-factor restaurants and new season menus

Issue 160 / May 2019

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WIN A VIP SHOPPING EXPERIENCE £500 to spend at Johnstons of Elgin CITY ESCAPES Stylish aparthotels in Edinburgh and Glasgow LABOUR OF LOVE The realities of modern midwifery

EDINBURGH | GL A SGOW

in this mon th’s issue…

REGULARS

12 What’s on in Edinburgh and Glasgow 56 i-on Food and Drink: Extra special restaurants 66 Insta-insider: Foodie entrepreneur Tom Chisholm chooses his #TOP9 Laura Wood, director

ON THE COVER

This month, Laura’s all about…

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HOW TO EAT NOW

The biggest trends, wow-factor restaurants and new season menus

Cover image: Burr & Co by Bacon on the Beech

06 Win £500 to spend at Johnstons of Elgin 26 How to Eat Now: This year’s biggest food and drink trends 42 City Escape: Aparthotels in Edinburgh and Glasgow 50 Labour of Love: Author Leah Hazard on the realities of modern midwifery

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38 i-on Style: Vintage boutique owner Claire Paterson talks wardrobe must-haves and style icons 40 Ask the Expert: Colin Wong shares his tips FAMILY FUN on the best kitchen designs “The magical world of Jupiter 46 Beauty Notes: Must-try products and treatments Artland opens on 18 May and I’ve been quick off the mark to book one of the family tours during the Kids Go Free weekend on 15 and 16 June.” jupiterartland.org

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STATEMENT ACCESSSORIES “My hair’s gone shorter and my earrings are getting bigger; I love a statement style like these Zara beauties (£12.99) for dressing up my standard jeans ensemble.”

Directors Laura Wood, Jo Morris Design Pepe Lebron, Sam Hinks Editor Nicky Howden Features Editor Carrie Mitchell Digital Content Editor, Holly Tracey Account Director Amy Falconer Business Development Manager Amanda Southey Head of Photography Susie Lowe Photographers Jess Shurte, Cat Thomson Contributors David Pollock, Tracey McCallum Published by Treacle Productions Ltd, @The Basement, 29-35b Hamilton Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH3 5BA, Email info@ionmagazine.co.uk, ionmagazine.co.uk, ionmembersclub.com All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. All prices correct at time of going to press but are subject to change. i-on magazine cannot be responsible for unsolicited material. The views and opinions by contributors in this magazine may not represent the views of the publishers. i-on magazine takes no responsibility for claims made by advertisements in this publication. i-on is a trademark of Treacle Productions. ©Treacle Productions Ltd 2018.

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ove Italian food, wine and finding hidden gems in the city? We have just the ticket with an event at MONO, the progressive fine dining Italian restaurant that is holding a one-off event for i-on readers to experience first hand what everyone is talking about. You’ll be taken on a tutored wine tasting and food pairing journey with Graeme Sutherland of Enotria and Good Brothers Wine Bar. There will be four glasses of wine, starting with a welcome glass of fizz then three glasses from the wine menu to match each food course. The value of the evening would normally be £55 per person but i-on readers will get the chance to experience the restaurant and wines for the special price of £20 including booking fee.

WHEN: 6-8pm, Thursday 23 May. WHERE: MONO, 85 South Bridge, EH1 1HN. TICKET PRICE: £20 including booking fee.

WHAT’S INCLUDED: There will be four glasses of wine, starting with a welcome glass of fizz then three to match the food.

HOW TO BOOK: To buy tickets, visit ion.ticketbud.com. Spaces are limited so early booking is advised.

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ho doesn’t love a good glass of fizz? On Wednesday 29 May, we’re teaming up with The Wine House 1821 for a two-hour sparkling wine tasting event. Fancy joining us? This is your chance to delve beneath the froth and fizz, learn more about some outstanding sparkling wines from Zonin, Italy’s largest producer of Prosecco, and, most importantly, sample them for yourself. With fabulous fizz and delicious Italian antipasti to nibble on, you’re guaranteed a fun and informative evening. There’s also 25 percent off other drinks and food purchased on the night so come well prepared: The Wine House 1821 is home to more than 100 wines.

WHEN: 6-8pm, Wednesday 29 May. WHERE: The Wine House 1821, 4 Picardy Place, EH1 3JT. TICKET PRICE: £15 per person, including booking fee.

WHAT’S INCLUDED: Three glasses of fizz per person plus sharing platters of Italian charcuterie and cheese, and 25percent discount on other drinks and food purchased on the night.

HOW TO BOOK: To buy tickets, visit ion.ticketbud.com. Spaces are limited so early booking is advised.

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ollowing the scorching success of the event last year – and we’re not just talking about the weather – the Glorious Garden Party at Gleneagles is back on Saturday 01 June.

The Champagne will flow all day, the strawberries will be piled high, the jazz band will play, and tennis legends Pat Cash and Greg Rusedski will rally up the party spirit with a lively exhibition match umpired by national treasure Judy Murray.

Adding to the party buzz, platinum-selling Manchester singer-songwriter JP Cooper – one of the UK’s fastest-rising talents who’s been rocking sell-out crowds at Bestival, T in The Park and Festival No.6 – will be performing tracks from his latest album, Raised under Grey Skies.

There will be no grey at this year’s Garden Party though, as the lawn bursts with summery vibes,

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sensational food and a sumptuous afternoon tea including a magnificent centrepiece cake with seasonal Scottish berries by executive pastry chef, Phil Skinazi.

The event kicks off with towers of Champagne, lawn games and canapés featuring the finest Scottish produce. Whack a few croquet balls with friends, soak up the sunshine with a gin & tonic ice-pop then settle into tables at the outdoor court and enjoy afternoon tea, summer cocktails and live music, before watching sporting icons Pat Cash and Greg Rusedski play a championship set, donning vintage wooden for the first few games.

Join Gleneagles for the liveliest toast to the season, and don’t worry about the tan lines this year –they’ll also provide the sunscreen.

Tickets cost £200 per person. To book, visit gleneagles.com/event/glorious-garden-party-2019/

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ON THE FOOD RADAR THREE NEW PLACES WORTH CHECKING OUT…

2 THE CHAUMER This elegant tea house and wine bar at 61 Queen Street serves fresh and hearty breakfasts and lunches as well as trays of Scottish fish, charcuterie and cheese. As you might expect, there’s a good selection of loose leaf teas (all presented in Wedgwood’s Edme crockery, no less) and locally made cakes - try the delicious Cranachan tray bake which is gluten and dairy free. thechaumer.com

1 THE INNIS & GUNN BREWERY TAPROOM Previously home to the Beer Kitchen, the bar at 81-83 Lothian Road now boasts 26 craft taps, all Innis & Gunn core beers and a number of small batch brews. ‘Scottish soul food’ accompanies the beer, with items such as Cullen Skink bon bons and Scottish mussels available all day. There’s also a £5 before 5pm lunch menu. innisandgunn.com

3 VICTOR HUGO We’ll be first in line for brunch at Victor Hugo when it opens on the corner of George Street and North Castle Street in June. Expect the same delicious offering of eggs benedict, homemade waffles, pastrami sandwiches and own roast coffee served at the original delicatessen in the Meadows but with far more seating, inside and outside – and castle views. victorhugodeli.com

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DON’T MISS….

Opera North’s powerful concert staging of Verdi’s AIDA, a timeless story of love and betrayal set in Ancient Egypt. It makes its way to the Usher Hall on 21 May. For tickets, call 0131 228 1155 or visit usherhall.co.uk.

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>> THE QUESTIONS YOU WANT TO ASK, ANSWERED Is that the beer event at the Biscuit Factory? Yup. It’s Scotland’s largest celebration of craft beer and it returns to Leith this month with top-class music acts and a huge selection of craft beers from some of the world’s most innovative brewers.

So what will we be drinking? There’s a special brew created in collobaration with festival organisers We Are Beer and Pilot, and tasters from some of the world’s most exciting new breweries including To Øl from Denmark and Stone & Wood from Australia, as well as major names in the brewing world that have never before poured in Scotland.

Wow. I hope there’s food to soak up some of that booze?

There sure is. The festival has partnered up with two of Edinburgh’s top restaurants, Aizle and Harajuku Kitchen, to serve up an array of culinary treats, keeping beer lovers well-fed all weekend whilst the likes of DJ Yoda, Belle & Sebastian, Hip Hop Karaoke and Gentleman’s Dub Club Sound System set the soundtrack.

Sounds good. When is it all happening? The festival kicks off at The Biscuit Factory with its opening night on Friday 24 May and continues throughout Saturday 25 May. Tickets (from £45) include all your beer, access to all areas, free tasting glass and a programme.

To book, visit ionmagazine.co.uk/whatson

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LET’S DRINK TO THAT

For a fun introduction to Scotland’s national spirit, join the Whiski Rooms Shop on the Mound for a tasting evening and the chance to learn all about scotch whisky and how to really savour it. There are various sessions available throughout May. Tickets cost £30 and include tasters of four single malts. To book, call 0131 225 1532 or visit whiskirooms.co.uk.

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For streetfood, shopping, DJs and watersports taster sessions from just £5, head to South Queensferry for Port Edgar Open Weekend on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 May. Canteen Street Food Festival by Rogue Village will be back to help the marina’s own Down the Hatch cafe and Scotts feed the crowds. More than 10,000 attended last year’s event so get there early and take public transport (if you can) to avoid a busy car park (the £5 parking charge will be donated to SAMH). portedgar.co.uk/open-weekend.php

THE KITCHEN TAKEOVER

The exclusive Guest Chef Series at The Pompadour promises unique tasting menus and rare dining experiences when five of the UK’s hottest, most talented chefs takeover the restaurant for one night only.

Proceedings kick off with London-based Phil Howard, co-owner of Elystan Street in Chelsea, who’ll showcase his distinctive modern French cuisine on 11 May. This will be followed by Michelin-starred chef John Duffin, owner of John’s House in Loughborough, on 30 May. Prices for tasting menus start from £60 per person. To pre-book a table, email pompadour.reservations@waldorfastoria.com or call 0131 222 8857.

BANK HOLIDAY BLOWOUT

Celebrate not having to get up on Monday morning with an indulgent evening at A Night of Swing in Harvey Nichols Forth Floor on 26 May. Enjoy a cocktail on arrival, a three-course meal and wines to match, while The Loveboat Big Band perform live. Tickets cost £55.

Call 0131 524 8350 to book.

FREE BREAKFAST ANYONE?

To spread the ‘feel-good’ factor of organic food far and wide, Organic UK is inviting people up and down the nation to ‘Wake Up to Organic’ and celebrate with a free organic mini breakfast on 12 June. Lots of local businesses, including Real Foods on 8 Brougham Street and 37 Broughton Street and Beetroot Sauvage, 33-41 Ratcliffe terrace, will be helping to spread the love. To find more stores, visit feedyourhappy.co.uk/wakeup.

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WHERE I-ON’S BEEN EATING Holly Tracey finds a cool alternative to the traditional Sunday lunch

DATE FOR THE DIARY

The exhibition you won’t want to miss...

Although best-known for his Edinburgh cityscapes, contemporary Scottish artist Jamie Primrose is mixing things up for his 15th anniversary with a retrospective showcase of over 60 oil paintings (created from 2004-2019). Moments in Time will run from 07-15 June at The Dundas Street Gallery and include a variety of destinations from glistening East Lothian beaches to moody West Coast seascapes and vibrant sunsets of Antibes on the French Riviera. For more information, visit jamieprimrose.com.

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ady Libertine has made a big impression since it opened back in January. Classy and effortlessly cool, the subterranean venue is seriously stylish with a speak-easy feel and brilliant cocktails.

I find any excuse to pay it a visit – and I’m delighted to add the new Sunday sessions and laidback vibes to my ‘reasons to go’ list. Basically, it’s the chance to hang out with good food and music come Sunday afternoon when a DJ plays everything from soul to hip hop on rare vinyl.

Food wise, the middle Eastern menu features dishes designed to be shared – ideal for me as I’m terrible at making decisions. The veggie board, £20, offers a taster of the vegetarian dishes on the menu including Fattoush, falafel, charred squash, sabich, sumac onion and pickles. We follow up with the pork belly gyros, £9, and lamb ribs with Baharat spice, date syrup and goat’s cheese dressing, £10. Charred on the outside yet unspeakably tender, they are the best ribs I have ever tasted, and the pork belly is excellent too. So good that, since this review, I’ve already been back – this time with visiting friends and lured by the memory of those ribs.

Sunday Sessions, 3pm to 8pm, at Lady Libertine, 25 W Register St, EH2 2AA, ladylibertine.co.uk

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I LOVE THE GRANGE AREA FOR ITS TREES AND MATURE GARDENS, PRETTY STONE-BUILT HOUSES AND WILD WALKING ROUTES ”

Victoria Crowe’s

Edinburgh

Best thing about the city?

The architecture, historical planning, green spaces and remarkable cultural opportunities.

The prolific artist on living and working in the capital What brought you to Edinburgh?

I moved here in 1968 when I was invited to teach at Edinburgh College of Art after my postgraduate degree show at the Royal College of Art in London.

We stayed in a room in Lauriston Gardens before finding our first home near the Pentlands.

Edinburgh’s best bits

Where in the city deserves a shout out? The weaving floor at Dovecot Tapestry Studio. It’s one of only two hand woven tapestry studios of original contemporary artwork in Britain. It’s also in a fabulous conversion of the old Infirmary Street baths. I love the space.

Sum up the city in three words: Walkable. Cultural. Historic.

Where is home now? I work between home in West Linton, my studio in the Grange and a space in Venice. I love the Grange area for its trees and mature gardens, pretty stone-built houses and wild walking routes on Blackford Hill and the Hermitage.

What does a typical day involve? There’s no such thing as a typical day. I could be drawing, painting, thinking, writing or doing admin although I often try and shove the latter in my husband’s direction.

Any new projects in the pipeline? From 18 May to 13 October this year, there will be a retrospective of my work at The City Art Centre called Victoria Crowe - 50 years of Painting. It features about 150 works over four floors, as well as film, poetry and educational programmes.

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CARRIE UNDERWOOD The American Idol winner turned country superstar will be swinging by Glasgow on her Cry Pretty tour. See her in action, alongside support act The Shires, on 02 July at SSE Hydro.

THE GOSSIP Beth Ditto is reuniting with her bandmates to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough record Music for Men with a special UK tour. It’ll be the first time the band has performed together since going on hiatus in 2012. For a chance to see them, book tickets for their gig at SWG3 on 19 July.

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GEEK OUT

If you fancy learning something next time you’re down the pub, don’t miss global festival Pint of Science when it lands back in Glasgow from 20 to 22 May. With more than 40 scientists set to appear in city watering holes, you can hear talks on everything from robots to syphilis.

For full listings and tickets (from just £4), visit pintofscience.co.uk.

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ON THE FOOD RADAR NEW PLACES WORTH CHECKING OUT…

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The giants of the city’s health and fitness sector will come together on Sunday 19 May for Sweat It Festival, a jam-packed day of unlimited classes, nutritious food and drink offerings and some of the best wellbeing products.

Taking place at Argyle Street Arches, the one-day event is all the motivation you’ll need to kick start your fitness regime.

Tickets from £20 at sweatitfestival.co.uk.

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I LOVE THE WEST END. FINNIESTON, HYNDLAND AND BROOMHILL ALL OFFER AMAZING CAFES, RESTAURANTS AND BARS

Chris Breckenridge’s

Glasgow

Where do you go for a quick escape?

Loch Fyne is incredible and just an hour from Glasgow. I fully recommend the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, it’s an amazing spot with stunning views.

The property expert on growing up in the city and his love of the West End

What brought you to the city?

I’m Glasgow born and bred. I grew up in Milngavie, lived in the West End for about 10 years and moved to Bearsden just before getting married and having our son. We love it there, we’re close to the country and the city is just 20 minutes away.

The city’s best kept secret? Colpi ice cream parlour in Milngavie.

It’s a family run ice cream shop that was founded in 1928.

Glasgow’s best bits

What would you change about the city? I think there should be a major refurbishment of the traditional Glasgow tenements. The council are helping with grants but some are in really poor condition and more needs to be done to bring them back to their former glory.

Where in Glasgow is your favourite area? I’m probably biased because I work for Corum Property in the West End but I love the area. It’s changed incredibly over the last 10 years and has everything you could want. Finnieston, Hyndland and Broomhill offer some amazing cafes, restaurants and bars.

What do your days here look like? I’m primarily valuing residential property in the West End of Glasgow. We are also involved in some exciting new projects like the G3 Square on Minerva Street. It’s a new build selection of flats by Drum Property Group in Finnieston.

Best thing about the city? Its residents. Ever since having our first wee boy six months ago we’ve seen so many random acts of kindness and genuine interest in him which is lovely.

And the worst...? The weather. More summers like 2018 and I’ll be happy!

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Anywhere that deserves a shout out? Cafe Circa in Broomhill does great food, it’s not overly expensive either and staff are brilliant.

Sum up the city in three words: Surprising, trendy, changing.

Date The Gannet Clubbing The Sanctuary Dinner with pals Halloumi Walk Milngavie Reservoir Pamper Blythswood Square Spa Posh Nosh Dakota Deluxe Cocktails Kelvingrove Cafe

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HOW TO EAT NOW 2019’S BIGGEST FOOD AND DRINK TRENDS

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CHOOSE COLOURFUL LATTES

These days, we’re all about wellbeing so it was only a matter of time before our daily coffee got the superfood treatment.

From turmeric lattes to charcoal, beetroot and lavender flavours, coloured lattes strip out the coffee altogether swapping that caffeine boost for something healthier – and perhaps just as importantly, instagrammable.

You can sip and snap a veritable rainbow of flavours at Burr & Co on George Street (pictured) Edinburgh or if you’re more about the fun than the health benefits, head to Glasgow where they’ve gone really wild with unicorn lattes at Okashi Café and glitter lattes served while you get your hair done at Blow Colour Bar.

Words: David Pollock, Carrie Mitchell, Nicky Howden

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ROLL IT UP

Forget froyo, Mr Whippy and a good old fashioned 99, the only way to eat your ice cream now is in rolls. Originating in Thailand, rolled ice cream is made by pouring the custard-like mix onto a freezing cold pan and spreading it out with little paddles before scooping up strips with a spatula to form the frozen rolls. We discovered the trend at The Pitt last summer where Edinburgh start-up Rolly’s Ice Cream saw some of the biggest queues in the market and founder Michael Notarangelo says demand is growing fast, “We’re doing more and more festivals, events and weddings and will be putting in a monthly appearance at Stockbridge Market from 12 May.”

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EMBRACE PLANT-BASED

Once upon a time, ‘going vegan’ was an onerous ethical choice as much as a daunting dining experience, but recently, meatfree eating has hit a tipping point, and inventive preparation means vegan food is no longer a poor relation. Scotland may not have the best reputation for healthy eating but Edinburgh and Glasgow are among the top six UK cities with the biggest growth in demand for vegan food. It’s on the menu nearly everywhere, even as a sophisticated vegan afternoon tea at Cucina in the Radisson Collection Hotel, Royal Mile Edinburgh who has teamed up with plant-based café Pumpkin Brown to devise a twist on the usual menu. For purists who’d rather eat food from a purely plant-based kitchen, we’ll point you towards laid-back sister bar-restaurants The 78 in Glasgow and Harmonium in Edinburgh or Edinburgh institution Hendersons who opened the city’s first fully vegan restaurant in 2015. “At many vegan restaurants, I tend to find synthetic ingredients and a lack of thought regarding health and nutrition,” says manager Barrie Henderson. “We aim to make our food from the best natural ingredients (wholegrains, pulses, legumes, brassicas etc) to create dishes that are cleansing and nourishing for your body, as well as tasting delicious.”

Veganism is such big news these days that it’s even being served up at events. “We’ve created a number of dedicated menus to please even the most carnivorous tastes,” says Philly Nicholson, director of events at Appetite Direct. “Our dish of baby heritage carrots, sugar snaps, breakfast radish and cress with tapenade edible soil (pictured left) is a show stopper and demonstrates how creative we’ve become in the preparation of plant-based food.”

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DISCOVER KOMBUCHA

Fizzy fermented tea might not sound all that tasty but Glasgow brand Clever Kombucha are here to prove otherwise.

Tapping in on the kombucha craze, which originated in the far East, the couple behind the brand brew their Kombucha at a microbrewery in Glasgow’s East End producing three key flavours – Original Oak, Ginger Pear and Peach Lavender - plus a new coffee variety in collaboration with Dear Green. We hear it even tastes good in cocktails.

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UPGRADE YOUR DONER

If there was a food we thought it was impossible to gentrify, the post-pub doner kebab would be it. Yet even though the rumour that the doner was invented in Germany is a big stretch (it was popularised in Europe there, from a recipe used by Turkish immigrants), the arrival of the upmarket German Doner Kebab chain (pictured) on Edinburgh’s Lothian Road is a big deal. There are already branches in Glasgow and Dundee, although Edinburgh’s outstanding Ada and Glasgow’s upmarket Döner Haus have been leading the way for a while.

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GET DRINKS TO YOUR DOOR

We’ve found the next best thing to having a bartender at home; takeaway cocktails delivered straight to your door. In a Glasgow first, Kilmurry & Co (pictured) now delivers cocktail coolers to homes within a three-mile radius of the Southside neighbourhood bistro and bar on Kilmarnock Road. Order a fresh Caipirinha loaded with Cachaca and lime or a thirstquenching Queen’s Park Swizzle with Brugal rum, priced £6.50 each, from Just Eat or Uber Eats. If you’re not that end of town, Drinkly.co.uk delivers chilled booze to your door within an hour throughout Edinburgh and Glasgow (free delivery on orders over £40). Cheers!

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FEATURES

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GO LOW ALCOHOL

As more of us embrace the live-well mindset and healthy lifestyle, it’s only fitting that mindful consumption is common place. The result is that the drinks industry is evolving and creating drinks with lower alcohol content and less calories per serve – think long, refreshing drinks, served Spritz style with soda and fresh citrus. You should also look for lower ABV (alcohol by volume) spirits such as Ketel One Botanical (pictured), a low-calorie vodka distilled with real botanicals and infused with natural fruit essences, best served with soda or sparkling water and coming soon to a bar near you. And for all those beer drinkers who think low on alcohol equals low on flavour, prepare to be converted at Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival who will be showcasing Black Isle Brewery’s zingy and citrusy Goldfinch IPA (3.5%) and a whole range of impressive alcohol-free beers from Big Drop Brewing Co.

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SHOP ZERO-WASTE

At the same pace as veganism has increased in popularity, so has awareness of the danger of plastic pollution to the environment. In response, more and more zero-waste shops are opening up, including Weigh to Go, The Refillery (pictured) and The Eco Larder in Edinburgh, and Locavore and Zero Waste Market in Glasgow. With plastic-free and zero waste policies, these shops allow customers to refill their own packages with dairy and baking products, pasta, household goods, coffee, tea, cereals and toiletries, while many run workshops on keeping household waste down.

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GET GAME

The popularity of game meat has rocketed in the UK, and Scotland in particular, with game dealers in the country reporting a five-fold increase in demand for grouse. As diners become more adventurous with their meat choices and chefs seek more sustainable produce, it will be more common in 2019 to see game on menus across the country. “Wild game is healthier than intensively farmed meats,” says Ben Watson, executive head chef at The Bridge Inn at Ratho, which regularly features game on its specials board. “It has virtually no fat, it’s high in omega 6 and 3 and hasn’t been fed antimicrobials plus it tastes better than a lot of other meat”.

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GIG & GRUB

It’s not unusual to find music venues which double as bars with a food offering of their own, but recently the quality of what’s on offer has escalated dramatically, as hard-pressed venues know they have to branch out to survive. Glasgow’s long-standing Stereo and Mono are both first-rate music venues and vegan hangouts, but Great Western Road’s bar and noisy gig basement Hug & Pint has come up on the rails of late with a much-loved pan-Asian vegan menu which includes dishes of-themoment like jackfruit curry and smashed cucumber with chilli and peanuts; at the moment, pop-up vegan operation Hen of the Woods is also operating at the Southside’s Glad Café (pictured), another exceptional venue for a low-key gig. In Edinburgh, meanwhile, Leith Walk’s deservedly beloved Leith Depot has moved in the opposite direction – it started life as a bar with a fine line in contemporary, locally-sourced pub food, but its compact upstairs room has taken on new life as one of the city’s most raucous venues.

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STAY EUROPEAN

As the ‘B’ word rumbles on, Scotland’s diners continue to show their love for interesting and exciting flavours from around Europe. Edinburgh’s latest ‘it’ bar Lady Libertine offers Greek breakfasts and gyros while Newington newcomer Damm 27 boasts an impressive menu featuring influences from all across the continent.

Over in Glasgow, bistro Le Petit Cochon has recently opened round the corner from Kelvingrove serving up all those cosy, classic French dishes we Scots love and hip Finnieston tapas restaurant Rioja has just welcomed new head chef Enrique Ruiz Marcos from Bilbao bringing an authentic flavour to dishes like slow cooked ox cheek tacos with homemade pickle and red mojo sauce (pictured).

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USE THE SCRAPS

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EXPERIMENT WITH CANNABIS

As well as recycling and reducing plastic, chefs are increasingly finding inventive ways to reuse their food scraps with processes such as fermentation or drying. “Utilising food waste is a nice creative challenge for our team,” says Scott Smith of Fhior. “We dry peelings and blend them with salt to use in our cooking and we use whey to make caramel for desserts or a sweetener.”

While cannabis is more often associated with getting high, CBD has become the latest culinary craze for adding health benefits to your meal. The non-psychoactive compound can be extracted from cannabis and used in oils, cocktails, or sprinkled on dishes. Paul Wedgwood, owner of Wedgewood the Restaurant in Edinburgh comments, “It’s a very talked about ingredient and it won’t be long before a high-profile chef starts using it in their dishes, or until we see dedicated cafes getting in on the trend.” As yet, we haven’t tracked down anywhere locally adding it to the menu but don’t worry, as soon as we do, you’ll be the first to know.

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DO A SHOT

Tequila, it makes you happy… okay, not if you’ve had too many slammers. But, thanks to a lot of celebrity backing, agave based spirits are getting the recognition they deserve and having a bit of a moment. In part, this may be down to the billion dollar takeover of George Clooney’s Casamigos and Bacardi’s acquisition of Patrón last year but for whatever the reason, the sector’s on fire right now so head over to El Cartel Mexicana and see what all the fuss is about – the trendy Mexican street food haunt is home to 80 types of tequilas, mezcals and agaves.

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Mary Katrantzou Uni Flower Skirt, £890, Jane Davidson

Top, £109, Whistles

Powder Women’s Adele Oval Sunglasses, £28, John Lewis

Shirt, £110, and trousers, £105, both Pom Amsterdam.

Necklace, £65, and scarf worn as belt, £45, all Restoration Yard

Playful Prints CLASH COLOURFUL FLORALS WITH TROPICAL PRINTS TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD THIS SPRING; IT SHOULDN’T WORK BUT IT DOES Told You satin blazer, £175,Keepsake at Harvey Nichols

Wooden circle bag, £20, Primark

Sandals, £19.99, Zara

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Blazer, £49.99, Zara

Ilse Jacobsen Tropical Jumpsuit, £175, oohrubyshoes.com

Palm print headband, £9, Accessorize

Model: Erin Maia at Colours Agency, Photography: Niels Calvert, Styling Laura Russell

FASHION

Summer Arrivals Cecilie Copenhagen Bella Freud Libby Loves Smythe Charli Osman

www.janedavidson.co.uk 0131 225 3280 52 Thistle Street, EH2 1EN

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SPRING WARDROBE ESSENTIALS HOW TO SHARPEN UP YOUR LOOK THIS SEASON

KEEP IT FRESH Crisp white shirts work with long-line tailoring for ultimate comfort. Add a trusted trainer and leather backpack to stay on trend.

At Livingston Designer Outlet, you can rely on high street favourites like French Connection, Reiss and Kurt Geiger to nail effortless style.

Pair this classic Reiss suit with a white crew neck t-shirt, statement earrings, low sleek bun and club trainers for the ultimate casual SS19 look.

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Pair a feminine white top with blue boyfriend jeans and embellished trainers for lazy summer afternoons.

Or swap trainers for a chic wedge heel for last-minute Friday drinks in the sun. If you’re looking for something a bit bolder then try a palazzo pant in fuchsia pink or emerald green perfectly paired with a white shirt for an understated fresh style.

Ted Baker, RRP£70, £45 at Livingston Designer Outlet

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GO TAILOR-MADE (WITH YOUR JEANS)

I-ON LOVES...

The debut eyewear collection from Mulberry.

It features eight retro styles in chunky acetate or lightweight metal wire frames. From £120 at mulberry.com.

FASHION NEWS

Men looking for a perfect fit should check out the new custom-fit denims at Andrew Brookes Tailoring.

The Edinburgh-based tailor uses only the finest fabrics from Italy and Japan and offers a whole host of customised design options, from fit and stitching to button style and belt loops. Available to order from £220 with a typical six-week turnaround.

To make an appointment, call 0131 225 3659 or visit andrew-brookes.com.

THE LATEST TRENDS, NEWEST OPENINGS & HOTTEST STYLE TIPS

BRAND OF THE MONTH Beulah London

WHAT IS IT? A British fashion brand with a social mission.

WHERE YOU GET IT? Jane Davidson, 52 Thistle Street, Edinburgh.

WHY WE RATE IT...

A luxury ethical womenswear brand with a conscience, what’s not to love?

Renowned for timeless, pretty designs and flattering cuts, 10 per cent of profits from all sales go towards The Beulah Trust, a charity providing employment opportunities for vulnerable women. Look out for the pure silk midi dresses (from £450) and floral kimono (£550) for effortless summer style.

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#FollowFriday For street style and styling tips, follow Glasgow based blogger and stylist Lucy Connelly.

Understated and stylish, she gives the scoop on everything from blazers to denims and festival wear. floralsandcorals.com

FASHION

NEW SEASON ARRIVALS The places to shop this month If you’re all about cuts…

try OSKA for relaxed separates, clean design and smart but casual pieces. You’ll find the internationally renowned womenswear label in the capital’s West End at 17 Stafford Street. uk.oska.com

If you’re all about quality…

Scottish brand Johnstons of Elgin has some of the finest woollens and cashmere and it’s just opened its flagship store for men and women on Multrees Walk. Think luxe fabrics and cutting edge knits. johnstonsofelgin.com

OSKA

Kate Spade New York

If you’re all about preppy…

the huge new Gant store on 230 Ingram Street, Glasgow, stocks a great selection of menswear, womenswear, footwear and teen’s collection.

There’ll also be complimentary gift wrapping and refreshments when it officially opens on 23 May. gant.co.uk Johnstons of Elgin

Gant

If you’re all about designer accessories…

luxury fashion house Kate Spade New York now has its own standalone store in Princes Square stocking stunning handbags, ready-to-wear fashion, accessories and jewellery. katespade.com

If you’re all about something different…

try Sheila Fleet. The Orkney jewellery designer’s new shop in Princes Square offers the main collections and a new range of special jewellery created using rare Scottish gold. sheilafleet.com

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FASHION

I-ON STYLE Claire Paterson, retro vixen and vintage boutique owner on her love for white ankle boots and ’60s style

EVERY GIRL NEEDS, AT LEAST, ONE FABULOUS LEOPARD PRINT COAT”

When did your love for vintage clothing start? I began to wear and collect vintage clothing when I was at University and over time developed my knowledge, until it eventually became a full-time passion. In 2011, I opened my first boutique, Those Were The Days, in Stockbridge.

What makes your boutique special? It’s a little piece of vintage heaven inspired by the gorgeous boutiques I had visited in Los Angeles, New York and London. My aim was to bring beautiful, collectable and wearable collections of curated vintage clothing, wedding dresses, jewellery and accessories to Edinburgh. Originally our bridal collection was housed in a separate room at the back of the shop but we expanded the business opening a stand-alone vintage bridal wear boutique next door in 2017.

Where do you find style inspiration? Everywhere; TV, film, magazines, books and people on the street. I also love Instagram; there are so many cool people documenting their daily style and recording the looks of icons from eras gone by.

How would you describe your signature look? I tend to wear clothes from the ’60s and ’70s. I’m a dress girl and love bright colourful fabrics and patterns in mini and maxi styles. I’ve had my hair styled in this orange bob for about 12 years now and always wear black winged eyeliner.

What are your wardrobe must-haves? Right now, I’m a bit addicted to white ankle boots, I have too many pairs to mention. I also think every girl needs at least one fabulous leopard print coat.

Biggest crimes against fashion? Lots of things that we thought were crimes against fashion in one era come around again and are trends in another. Neon clothing from the ’90s was all over style influencers at Coachella this year.

Photo by Jess Shurte

Who are your style icons? Twiggy and Cilla Black’s mod style from the 1960s is a huge influence on me.

stock archive, one of my other favourite places to shop in Edinburgh is Armstrongs. I also love Corniche as I’m a big Vivienne Westwood fan.

Which local stores are in your secret address book? I never stop hunting for new pieces and apart from my own

Those Were the Days Vintage Fashion & Bridal Boutiques, 6 & 28 St Stephen St, EH3 5AL, thosewerethedaysvintage.com

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www.gant.co.uk 1950 THE BUTTON-DOWN SHIRT

1960 THE CLUB BLAZER

1970 THE CHINO

1980 THE PIQUÉ

Seven

decades

Seven

icons

In 2019 GANT celebrates 70 years of innovation, inspiration and learning.

Seven decades that shaped modern American sportswear and created seven icons.

Discover more in-store.

GANT Edinburgh 90 George Street, EH2 3DF, 0131 226 8640 | Collections available for men and women.

GANT Glasgow* 230 Ingram Street, G1 1DR, 0141 222 4460 | Collections available for men, women and teens boys. *Opens 23 May 2019

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IF YOU AND ANOTHER MILLION PEOPLE CHOOSE THIS SEASON’S BLUSH PINK, WHAT WILL YOU ALL DO IN THREE YEARS WHEN CANARY YELLOW IS EN VOGUE?”

ASK THE EXPERT

How do I design an original kitchen?

AWARD-WINNING DESIGNER COLIN WONG SHARES HIS DOS AND DON’TS

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INTERIORS

It’s all about being individual. So many designers and clients cut and paste from Google and Pinterest. I like to see what the masses are doing and then try to create the absolute opposite, incorporating real individualism tailored to the personality of my clients.

Trends shouldn’t have any place in designing your kitchen. If you and another million people choose this season’s blush pink, what will you all do in three years when canary yellow is en vogue? My advice is to steer clear of trends and focus on a timeless design using a neutral base (e.g. white or matt black) with subtle accents of colour.

The biggest mistake in kitchen design is a tendency to copy a certain look. Considering the best spatial layout for your home and the way you use it. For example, so many designers tend to position the hob directly across from the sink but this effectively means you can’t use both at the same time when there are two people in the kitchen. A perfect layout should consist of flow, function and feeling.

A quality kitchen is not changed as often as a cheap one. It’s important to source a strong kitchen manufacturer and reliable appliance brand. If you’re looking for one key feature to splurge on, go for a boiling tap, the new must have – and always opt for a brushed steel finish, not chrome, as other visible metals, like ovens and sinks, are predominantly steel. Having a brushed steel sink with a chrome tap is a big design faux pas.

There are so many worktops to choose from. They should be as durable as humanly possible to withstand knives and heat. I like ultra-thin yet durable worktops like Dekton (pictured left) to create a more understated look.

Tarandot extractor fan/ kitchen hood, from £1,250, Development Direct.

Fiber armchair tube base by Muuto, £225, Moleta Munro.

Neve 1 Light Pendant Large Matt Black & Copper, £129, Cotterell & Co.

GET THE LOOK...

Painted or wallpapered ‘feature walls’ feel a touch tacky these days.

However, when a kitchen floor is tiled with a beautiful porcelain, taking this tile up the wall can create an opulent architectural feel.

Statement pendant lights work in a kitchen when they are in the correct position. If you use pendant extraction as a feature (as in image top right), you should never introduce pendant lights nearby as they will jar badly and become fussy to the eye.

I love the sociable aspect of round or oval dining tables where everyone is equal and food is central. When it comes to chairs, choose club carver armchairs which work just as well for working and lounging as dining.

If you want to stand out from the crowd, avoid herringbone flooring.

The world has gone herringbone mad! Opt for tiled floors using giant format matt tiles with underfloor heating. It’s durable, practical and timeless.

Odessa oval dining table with marble top by Mauro Lipparini, from £2844.90, KWC Era Gravity tap Ligne Roset. in brushed steel, from £870, Development Direct.

Florencia porcelain tile, £18.99/sqm, tilemountain.co.uk

Colin Wong is the creative director of Edinburgh-based kitchen and bathroom design company Development Direct. To find out more or for advice on your own design project, visit developmentdirect.co.uk or call 0131 337 2579.

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TRAVEL

CITY SLEEPOVER WHETHER YOU HAVE VISITORS COMING TO TOWN OR YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A POST-GIG PLACE TO REST YOUR HEAD, APARTHOTELS OFFER STYLISH SPACES TO STAY THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK. WE DISCOVER TWO IN EDINBURGH AND GLASGOW

NATIVE GLASGOW Jo Morris enjoys penthouse living

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iven that Glasgow is just an hour away from my home in Edinburgh, the need to stay over rarely occurs. But gig tickets to see Lauryn Hill at the Hydro gave me the perfect excuse to hang out in one of my favourite cities without the race for the last train.

We wanted to be central so we could grab a bite in town before heading to the concert. Native, the very smart and newly refurbished aparthotel situated on St Vincent Street was the perfect spot. Originally the headquarters for the Anchor Line Shipping company, it’s a building oozing history and art deco styling with the shipping theme accented throughout. Aparthotels are gaining in popularity and it’s easy to see why - you get the benefits and luxury of a hotel with the convenience of your own kitchen, making it ideal not just for city stopovers but if you’re looking for a longer stay or somewhere to send outof-town visitors (rather than your still undecorated and full-of-junk spare room).

On our visit to Native, we’re treated to an unexpected upgrade to a very impressive penthouse suite complete with balcony and 180-degree views of the city looking

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across George Square. The bed was amazingly comfy and the room so clean we wondered if we were the first guests to have stayed there. Big fluffy towels, walk in waterfall shower and a thoughtfully stocked kitchen plus the 24 hour manned reception guaranteed our night in the west was a huge success. But the biggest surprise of all? The price. For around £100, you get a very big bang for your buck. We’ll definitely be back.

Native Glasgow, 14 St Vincent Pl, G1 2EU, 020 7313 3886, nativeplaces.com. Room from £77 per night.

T HI S I S L I VI NG T HI S I S C A L A A previous CALA development in Leith – Upgrades shown at an additional cost

Waterfront Plaza, located within the sought-after Shore area in Leith features a collection of townhouses, duplexes, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments and colony apartments

R E G I S T E R YO U R I N T E R E S T

W AT E R F R O N T P L A Z A , OFF OCEAN DRIVE , EDINBURGH, EH6 6JJ 0 1 3 1 5 1 6 9 5 0 3 | C A L A . C O. U K

5 star customer service

I-ON_02MAY19 The image shown is taken from the Townhouse Showhome at Albert Dock and features, fittings, décor, flooring and soft furnishings which are not included as standard in a CALA home. Images are used to suggest possible finishes that can be achieved in your home at an additional cost. Please consult a CALA representative for further details. Some images have been enhanced. Telephone calls within the British Isles will be charged at local rate. Telephone calls may divert to a mobile service in which case call charges may vary. Calls may be recorded for training purposes. 5 stars awarded for customers’ willingness to ‘Recommend to a Friend’ in findings of the survey undertaken by the Home Builders Federation 2017/18.

TRAVEL

MODE EDINBURGH Carrie Mitchell spends the night in the New Town

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aving recently made the switch from city living to country girl, a night out usually ends with a tipsy train ride home but with a big event on the horizon, I decided the safer option was to book a room. But where to stay in the capital when you want a nice, comfortable room without the fancy extras that’ll bump up your bill?

Located in a converted listed townhouse on the west end of Queen Street - just around the corner from George Street’s bustling bars and restaurants - Mode aparthotel offers stylish studios and apartments complete with Hypnos beds, kitchenettes, free wifi, widescreen TVs and luxurious rain showers. It all sounded good to me so I was pleased to find that the reality was even more impressive.

When I arrive, the stylish lobby space is abuzz with guests relaxing on the sofas after helping themselves to a drink from the self-service coffee machine or wine cuvenee. The concierge is friendly and welcoming but not in that terribly over-sincere way they so often can be. And my room is modern, spacious and airy with everything seemingly designed for maximum comfort and convenience. It’s a shame I’m not staying longer or I’d fill the fridge, stick some popcorn in the microwave and make myself at home. As it is, I enjoy one raucous evening out, a wonderful sleep and a delicious (complimentary) pastry and coffee in the morning before I have to head home. What more could you really need? Possibly a couple of paracetomol but that’s another story.

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Mode Edinburgh, 74-77 Queen St, EH2 4NF, 0131 357 6500, modeaparthotel.com Rooms from £100 per night.

DOU LE DISCOB UNT

S A LE NOW ON

LUXURY BATHROOMS WITHOUT THE LUXURY PRICES Visit the Victor Paris Double Discount Sale and discover a huge choice of stunning bathrooms to suit all budgets, you’ll find that all our latest products and designs are included in the sale.

From walk in showers and steam rooms, to space saver bathrooms, you’ll find we have everything. Simply visit one of our showrooms and take advantage of our FREE design service and we’ll design your dream bathroom. We promise you won’t leave disappointed.

GLASGOW, 60 Washington Street, Glasgow G3 8AZ EDINBURGH, 178 Dundee Street, Edinburgh EH11 1DQ DUNDEE, 92 Albert Street, Dundee DD4 6QH

www.victorparis.com

FEATURES

BLUSH CRUSH

Sisley’s new L’Orchidée Highlighter Blush in Corail, £74 is a flattering blend of gold, coral and apricot giving skin a natural sun-kissed glow. Available now at Harvey Nichols Edinburgh.

BEAUTYNOTES Must try products and treatments

SECOND SKIN For an ultra-light, serumlike foundation try Les Beiges Water-Fresh Tint by Chanel. It gives a gorgeous luminous finish. £48 at Chanel counters.

I-ON LOVES… JustBe Kind, the new feelgood range for mind and body launching for Mental Health Awareness Week, 13 -19 May. 20 per cent of proceeds from the range go to SAMH. Shop at justbebotanicals.co.uk

Three salons to try this month...…

BEAUTY EXPERT Featuring Victoria Robinson, owner of Beauty Boutique

By Victoria The reason I set up shop… I wanted to open a place where everyone would feel welcome and felt there was a gap in the market for a salon offering up-to-date treatments in a fun and relaxing environment.

The most popular treatment is… Gel Bottle Nail Enhancements. They are nail extensions using gel so they are natural, thin and flexible.

The treatment most people need but don’t get regularly enough is… pedicures. So many ladies are embarrassed to show their feet.

My top beauty tip… Use cuticle oil daily. People neglect their nails but there is nothing nicer than healthy, maintained hands.

1. Bau Hair Design This luxury organic boutique salon in Tollcross (pictured) offers organic colour ranges and a range of vegan friendly styling products. bauhair.co.uk

My celebrity beauty icon is…

Emily Ratajkowski. She has envious, effortless beauty.

2. Beauty with a Conscience A social enterprise salon offering a range of beauty treatments by fully qualified students from Glasgow Clyde College. All profits go to the Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice.

0141 632 6128

My three beauty essentials are…

HD Brows Brow define pencil, Wella Luxe Oil hair mask for soft, healthy hair and Glossier Balm Dot Com for dry lips.

3. Frenchy’s Stockbridge The sister salon to Frenchy’s Beauty Boutique in Bruntsfield opens this month at 45 Deanhaugh Street and will be a go-to for waxing, massages and nails. frenchysbeautyboutique.co.uk

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For more information on the salon, visit bbbyvictoria.uk

SPRING IS IN THE HAIR TIME FOR A NEW LOOK - A NEW YOU? AT CHEYNES, STYLES CHANGE - STANDARDS DON'T Call Now for your Spring Hair appointment.

46 George Street 0131 220 0777 3 Drumsheugh Place 0131 225 2234 39 Lothian Road 0131 228 9977 45 York Place 0131 558 1010 2 Bruntsfield Avenue 0131 478 3522 www.cheyneshairdressing.com

Hair & Beauty

HEALTH

HOW TO BEAT CHRONIC BACK PAIN Amy Falconer discovers a life-changing solution

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BACK PAIN IS A COMMON CONDITION BUT NOT ONE THAT MANY PEOPLE KNOW HOW TO FIX. I’VE FOUND THE MAN TO SORT IT”

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ack pain can be crippling and all too commonplace so I guess I shouldn’t have been so surprised when, at the end of last year, I found myself with trapped nerves in my lower back and hips. It’s a common condition but not one that many people know how to fix.

Thankfully, I found Niall McGregor, a physiotherapist at The Physiotherapy Place in Portobello and the only person in Scotland to specialise in Gunn IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation). The treatment was developed in Canada in the 1980s by doctors treating patients with long-term back pain and involves using thin needles - like the ones used in acupuncture - to stimulate nerves and muscles that are hypersensitive in persistent pain conditions. The needles help desensitise these muscles and nerves and get them functioning normally again.

While most commonly used to treat people who have long-term back, hip and shoulder pain, IMS is good for recurring pain in any part of the body. It promises to be a long-term solution and get muscles to relax so that they can be exercised effectively and safely.

By stimulating the muscles, the treatment releases the nerve allowing it to heal so the pain goes away. The process was slightly uncomfortable but never sore and I felt instant relief from my first session. Better still, after four weekly sessions, I was completely cured. It may seem a bold statement but IMS is astounding. Niall has since treated my mum (who was suffering so badly she’d had difficulty sleeping for the last two years), my sister and various friends. I’d whole-heartedly recommend him to anyone. If you’ve got pain, this is the man to sort it.

NEED TO KNOW An initial assessment with Niall costs £45 for 45 mins.

Follow-up appointments are £40 for 30mins.

The Physiotherapy Place, 117 Portobello High St, EH15 1AR, 0131 669 3369, thephysiotherapyplace.com

20% OFF HD & HENNA BROWS D U R I N G M AY A cool urban beauty salon handily situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s financial district, NOW by One Spa redefines beauty for today.

Our brand new Henna brow tint uses the purest and finest henna from India for stunning,long-lasting results. Suitable for vegans.

This May, get HD Brows for £24 and Henna Brows for £20.

S E E O U R F U L L R A N G E O F T R E AT M E N T S AT N OW BYO N E S PA . CO M

Located in One Spa. 8 Conference Square, Edinburgh EH3 8AN +44 (0)131 221 7777 info@nowbyonespa.com www.nowbyonespa.com

LABOUR OF LOVE CARER, COUNSELLOR, CONFIDANTE, CHEERLEADER; A MIDWIFE TAKES ON ALL THESE ROLES AND MORE. CARRIE MITCHELL ASKS AUTHOR AND MIDWIFE LEAH HAZARD HOW THEY DO IT 50

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’m pretty sure I speak for most mothers when I say that for a brief moment before their child is born, you put more faith and trust into your midwife than any other human on the planet. You don’t know this woman, you’ll probably never see her again, but for those few scary hours in your journey towards motherhood, there are zero barriers between you and this veritable stranger who quite literally holds the life of you and your child in their hands. That’s intense enough, now imagine the responsibility of being that woman. It’s something most of us will take for granted but having read Hard Pushed, the new book by Scotland-based midwife Leah Hazard (pictured right), I am truly in awe of what midwives do every single day. Heartbreaking and hilarious in equal measure, the book is a no-holds-barred look at modern midwives and their daily struggles on the labour ward. Here, Leah tells us how she copes and why she wanted to share the real story behind her oftoverlooked occupation.

MIDWIFERY HAS AN IMAGE PROBLEM. VERY FEW PEOPLE UNDERSTAND THE COMPLEXITY AND BREADTH OF OUR ROLE IN TODAY’S NHS”

What makes a good midwife? Midwives come to the profession from an infinite variety of backgrounds, with diverse beliefs, attitudes and practices, but every good midwife should have one goal at heart: to be ‘with woman’ as an advocate, companion, caregiver and supporter.

Why did you decide to become a midwife? I first considered midwifery after my oldest child was born. I’d had a long labour culminating in an emergency caesarean section, and then I found breastfeeding incredibly difficult, stopping after just a week and a half. It seemed like every new mother I met had had a similarly challenging experience, and I was intensely curious about the reasons why this was happening – was there a better way, and could I be part of that change? I became disillusioned with my career at the time (working in television), but I wasn’t ready to go back to university again, so I worked for a while as a doula (providing emotional and practical support to women in pregnancy and birth) before retraining as a midwife.

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What was your motivation behind writing the book? Midwifery has an image problem. Very few people understand the complexity and breadth of our role in today’s NHS. I’m proud of my profession and of the women we serve, and I wanted to share my experience.

In what ways do you think the role of a midwife has been misrepresented? Most people have seen Call the Midwife, which shows a very nostalgic view of a bygone age, or One Born Every Minute, which (although factual) is highly edited to show the ‘best bits’ and make an entertaining programme. I’ve really tried to show what my job is like on a daily basis, working with a complex clientele in a busy hospital under very challenging conditions.

How did you find the time to write and work and be a mum? With great difficulty! But I’m passionate about each of those things, and when the passion is there, you find the time.

Were you nervous about being so frank about the challenges of working in the NHS today? To be honest, I didn’t really ask anyone’s advice.

I had enough doubts in my own head that I knew a negative response from someone else would just put me off. I was (and still am) terrified about putting myself out there in both a personal and professional sense – I’m actually quite a private person – but I believe in my message and I know I’ve tried to put it across with honesty and integrity. This isn’t a whistleblowing book, but it does show the cracks in the system, which is an important thing for the public to see and acknowledge.

One of the hardest things about reading the book is when women come into the hospital in need of help and you have to watch them leave and never know what became of them. How does that feel?

Do you think the NHS needs to be doing more to help the vulnerable women? It’s very difficult not to know how each woman’s story ends.

We can only do our best in the moment to address each woman’s needs. I think on a midwife-by-midwife level, we’re already doing everything we can to help vulnerable women, but on a larger scale, having more funds would give us the time,

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THIS ISN’T A WHISTLEBLOWING BOOK, BUT IT DOES SHOW THE CRACKS IN THE SYSTEM” space and resources to provide the best help possible.

What’s the worst thing about your job? The worst thing, by far, is the sad side of my job.

People don’t understand that loss and death are common occurrences in midwifery, and those events never get any easier.

And the best thing? The best thing is knowing that I’ve given a woman exactly the care and support that she needs in that moment. It’s not always about that ‘peak experience’ of delivering a baby – sometimes a five-minute encounter can be just as gratifying.

Hard Pushed: A Midwife’s Story by Leah Hazard is published by Hutchinson, £16.99, and released this month.

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May is officially Whisky Month so it would be rude not to enjoy a dram or two. If cocktails are more your scene, try the potent Islay in Bloom, £10.50, at Dine in Edinburgh. A blend of lavender flavoured honey, smoked lemon puree, orange blossom water and two single malts, it’s a good after-dinner cocktail with smoky and peaty notes. To find out how to make it at home, visit ionmagazine.co.uk or leave the hard work to the pros and pop into Dine on 10 Cambridge Street. dineedinburgh.co.uk

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RISE TO THE OCCASION Celebrate in style at these extra-special restaurants

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Jo Morris enjoys a romantic evening in the most opulent setting

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t’s a funny thing about living in Edinburgh; we have so many lovely places to eat that it’s easy to forget about somewhere fabulous. Take Rhubarb. When I mentioned (to anyone who would listen) that I was off there for a romantic dinner, the response was almost identical - ‘oh I love it there. I haven’t been for years.’ Luckily for Rhubarb, plenty of people do actually still go there, not least a healthy sprinkling of A-listers who love the discreet and opulent setting.

Arriving at Prestonfield is like arriving at the house of a rich, eccentric friend. A kilted doorman welcomes you and whisks you off into a charming lounge where they take things nice and easy. “Have a seat, we’ll bring you the menu, how about a drink and some nibbles to help you relax?” And relax you do. It’s a reassuringly old-fashioned way to go about things in its comforting grandeur. It’s an institution, sitting exclusively and serenely at the foot of Arthur’s Seat.

So what of the food? It’s big on flavours. Scallops get a hint of Asian influence with picked cauliflower and ginger. The venison loin with braised haunch tart fine, smoked celeriac, mealy pudding, and sauce bigarade, £36, is earthy, succulent and very rich. Whilst the Wellington Farm pork belly, cheek and crackling, with apple and Douglas Fir purée, Savoy cabbage, and black pudding, £20, is a full-on meat feast.

The dessert: Pink Lady apple tarte tatin for two with Calvados toffee sauce and cinnamon ice cream, £21, leaves us both ready to have a quiet lie down in a darkened room. We opt instead to head upstairs to the snug where we befriend newly rich Texans (sold their oil business apparently). They are utterly charming and add to the house-partyof-a-glamourous-friend vibe perfectly. When we finally pull away in the taxi, we feel a tiny stab of regret that our evening is over, because Rhubarb isn’t a meal, it’s an experience; a great big fat dollop of decadence in our otherwise ordinary lives.

Prestonfield House, Priestfield Rd, EH16 5UT, 0131 225 1333, rhubarb-edinburgh.com

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UBIQUITOUS CHIP

Tracey McCallum revisits a Glasgow institution

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he Chip, as it’s more commonly known by locals, is a culinary institution offering some of the best Scottish cuisine in town. Home to a brasserie, restaurant and three bars, tucked away in various corners of the building, it’s the type of place that’s always buzzing and where you’re sure to bump into a well kent face.

Although a regular in the pub, I’ve only eaten in the restaurant a couple of times so it was a rare treat to indulge with my best pal on her recent birthday. In contrast to the bar areas, the courtyard restaurant is surprisingly bright and airy with lots of greenery and fairy lights. It feels a lot like dining on holiday.

The à la carte menu is full of delicious sounding dishes so we got stuck straight in with starters of poached cod with smoked roe, blood orange and pickled fennel, £11.45, and the succulent and sweet Barra scallops with caramelised salsify mangalitsa lardo and hazelnut butter, £13.95.

So far so good but there was better still to come. Jackie polished off her sea trout with shrimp dauphine, wild leeks and almond, £24.95, and my lamb loin with Jerusalem artichoke, parmesan & black truffle, £28.95, was outstanding. After a rest, and a couple of Eden Mill gins, we were ready for pudding and boy was it good. The picture perfect poached rhubarb with tarragon ice cream, burnt orange syrup and honeycomb, £7.95, was the perfect palate cleanser. Jackie chose The Chip’s famous Caledonian ice-cream with poached plums and honey oats, £7.45, and it got the thumbs up too.

The Chip isn’t cheap but the quality of the food and service are second to none. It’s no wonder it’s held its own against all the young pretenders that have come and gone over the years.

12 Ashton Lane, G12 8SJ, 0141 334 5007, ubiquitouschip.co.uk

THREE MORE PLACES TO TRY… BILSON ELEVEN You’ll find this sophisticated dining spot in a renovated 19th century townhouse in Dennistoun, just east of Glasgow city centre. It takes a modern approach to classic flavours and Scottish ingredients with five or eight course prix fixe menu options.

Five course menu from £49.

0141 554 6259, bilsoneleven.co.uk

RESTAURANT MARTIN WISHART Classically French and proudly Scottish, this Michelin-starred restaurant in Leith offers a fine dining experience and sumptuous food. The set lunch menu, £35, available TuesdayFriday, includes dishes such as roast rump of Dornach lamb with Provencal vegetables, cocotte potatoes, shallot and thyme jus. Six course tasting menu from £85. 0131 553 3557, restaurantmartinwishart.co.uk THE KITCHIN Another Michelin star winner down on The Shore, chef Tom Kitchin’s first restaurant prides itself on using only the finest, freshest Scottish seasonal produce. The set lunch menu, priced from £35, includes dishes such as seared fillet of North Sea coley, shellfish colcannon, potatoes and shellfish sauce. Chef’s surprise tasting menu from £85. 0131 555 1755, thekitchin.com

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TIMBERYARD

Carrie Mitchell dines alongside Edinburgh’s hippest epicureans

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rom the achingly cool interiors and minimalist tableware to the exquisite tasting menus and natural artisan wine policy, everything about this hip Edinburgh eatery is designed to appeal to the modern foodie (though I have no doubt the owners will hate such a provincial term). Created by local dining dynasty the Radfords, who formerly helmed Atrium and Blue, this is their bravest venture yet and chef Ben (Radford Jnr) pulls no punches.

Always slightly fearful of navigating an ‘innovative’ menu (words like forage and ferment give me the heeby-jeebies) I’m relieved that the only choice diners are presented with here is the number of courses to indulge in – four, six, or eight. As we’ve after-dinner plans, we rein in our gluttonous instincts and select the four-course option, £56, but I’m delighted when our bearded waiter returns with a couple of extras – firstly, a board laden with bread and whipped butter followed by an amuse bouche of roasted Jerusalem artichoke with caviar and seaweed emulsion. This earthy, chewy, creamy mouthful is a showstopper in itself so the bar is raised pretty high when it comes to my expectations.

Of course, I’ve nothing to worry about there. Starting with a dainty and delicious bowl of crab with daikon, apple and scurvy grass, course after course does nothing but impress (aside from a hen’s egg which is a little soft for my taste but this is down to the slow-poaching and very deliberate, my dining partner informs me). The bbq lamb with baby gem, broad bean, radish and parsley is a high point - if you haven’t

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roasted a lettuce yet, you will after trying this dish. In fact, the whole evening is a culinary education and those put off by the ‘trendy’ image the place has have nothing to fear.

Anyone who enjoys food, wine and taking their sweet time over a meal will adore dining at Timberyard. Plus their cocktail menu is epic, you’d be best advised to cancel any after-dinner plans and stay put.

10 Lady Lawson St, EH3 9DS, 0131 221 1222, www.timberyard.co

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rare. We finish with Isle of Mull cheddar and Lanark blue, served with oatcakes, quince jelly and fresh fruits, £10.50, and the pistachio and dark chocolate pot with rhubarb, pistachio and citrus, £8.50.

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1 Festival Sq, EH3 9SR, 0131 221 6422, onesquareedinburgh.co.uk

Amy Falconer devours delicious comfort food ooking out to Festival Square and the castle beyond, the glassfronted brasserie in the Sheraton is known for its modern Scottish menu but with new exec chef Shaun Woodhouse at the helm, things are looking even more exciting.

The new starter menu is varied with shellfish, inventive vegetarian dishes and that good old Scottish classic lentil and smoked ham hock soup all vying for attention. We plump for the Scottish shellfish with Thistly Cross cider and shallots, £10, and the confit chicken and mushroom roulade, £8. A huge bowl of steaming mussels adorned with a mighty handsome langoustine arrived; the sweet, rich cider sauce mopped up with still-warm-from-the-oven sourdough. The roulade is delicate in flavour, with a heady mushroom ketchup adding a punch of earthiness to the dish.

Next we go for the One Square beef burger with bacon and cheese, dill gherkin and béarnaise sauce in a toasted brioche bun, £15.50, and the Charolais Scotch fillet of beef served with red watercress, beer salt and dried onion with a peppercorn sauce, £34.50, plus sides of twicecooked hand-cut chips, £4, heritage potato mash and chives, £4 and spring cabbage with chilli and garlic, £3.50. The burger is delicious with its smoky chargrill flavour but the star of the show is the fillet of beef. My oh my, it’s good - perfectly seasoned, chargrilled and cooked to medium

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THE PRINTING PRESS BAR & KITCHEN

Carrie Mitchell discovers light dishes packing a flavoursome punch

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or Sunday roasts, The Printing Press in The Principal hotel is one of my go-tos but now the clocks have gone forward, I’m looking for something a little lighter and brighter to match the days so I’m delighted to discover their new menus are packed with seasonal dishes full of fresh colour and flavour.

For dinner, book a table in the grand dining room to the rear of the bar where gleaming dark wood, art deco chandeliers and a chic checkerboard floor provide an elegant setting for a meal to match. New menu highlights include artfully assembled starters with Scottish provenance such as Orkney crab and leek thermidor tart, £8, and Rabbit bridie with medjool date and curried carrot, £7; mains feature a stunning pan-seared venison with caramelised celeriac, spinach and brioche herb crumb, £19.

If it’s a light weekday lunch you’re looking for, there’s an impressive set menu which you can enjoy in the Editor’s bar overlooking sunny (hopefully) George Street. This menu changes each week so I can’t predict what will be on offer but when I visited, we tucked into starters of pickled mackerel with beetroot, fennel and dill, and a divine celeriac and pear soup (so good I’ve even attempted to recreate it at home), followed by roast hake fillet with puy lentil and red wine jus and Herb Crowdie, garden pea and young broccoli orzo pasta then a blackcurrant panna cotta with pistachio and lemon to share. With two courses for £15.50 and three for £21, it’s amazing value.

21-25 George St, EH2 2PB, 0131 240 7177, printingpressedinburgh.co.uk

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TREACLE BAR AND KITCHEN

Amanda Southey’s good intentions are foiled by an indulgent menu

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n an unassuming spot on Broughton Street, Treacle has long been an i-on favourite for tasty cocktails, funky beats and a cool laid-back vibe but it’s also a popular spot for brunch, lunch or even dinner. Its new menu focuses on more vegan and ‘body-forward’ dishes which they’ve created in collaboration with the awardwinning Synergy Fitness and the result is some really tasty dishes – think vegan power salads, £9.95, and Goan Spiced turkey and brown rice burgers, £12.95. There’s even an approximate Kcal count by each dish for the calorie-conscious.

For those here to indulge though (hi!), there’s also everything from battered fish and chips to crispy katsu chicken. We start with the moreish gluten-free Korean chicken wings with a side of hot sauce £6.95, and the haloumi fries, £5.25, which go down a treat.

Diets well and truly out the window, we opt for mains high on flavour (and fat no doubt): a delicious char-grilled beef burger, £12.95, for my friend and crispy coconut chicken burger, £12.95, for me. To finish, the sweet plates menu proves too tempting to resist so we share a flourless chocolate marshmallow brownie, £5.95, which is, in all honesty, well worth every single one of those calories. Next time, I’ll try the healthy options…honest.

39-41 Broughton St, EH1 3JU, 0131 557 0627, treacleedinburgh.co.uk

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my strawberry and bergamot cake, now one of my most popular.

What’s always in your fridge? Coconut milk, yogurt, lemon, ginger and loads of vegetables. I love making simple salads with roasted veg and pulses or grains like chickpea, pearl barley or quinoa, toasted seeds and herbs.

Who are your foodie icons? Vegetarian cook and food writer Anna Jones; and my grandmother, who loves making desserts – she does an amazing apple tart.

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Meet the Maker

The vegan cakemaker on a crusade to create guilt-free bakes

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aurianne moved to Glasgow from Brittany, France, 15 years ago and after a decade of office work decided to quit her job to pursue her dream of running her own raw cake business. Working from her cottage in Killearn, Laurianne now distributes her raw cheesecakes, Victoria sponge cakes and brownies to cafes like Picnic and Rose & Grant in Glasgow and Santosa in Leith.

What sparked your interest in food? I was brought up in a family of French farmers and learnt from a young age how to cook and the importance of good ingredients.

How did your business start? I became vegan four years ago and decided to transform my raw cake making hobby into a business. I want people to discover the joy of raw cakes, the art of blending ingredients such as nuts, seeds, dates, fruits and coconut together, and help them look at vegan food differently.

Where do you find inspiration? Everywhere - online, in my garden, even in my bathroom. I have a lime and bergamot deodorant which was the inspiration behind

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Where do you shop for food locally? I go to a farmers’ market in Gartocharn every Friday. It’s a huge barn full of fruit and veg and you just go around with a small trolley and pay at the end. I love the fruit section as the guy who runs the place lets us try before we buy. It’s so good, much cheaper than supermarkets too.

Where do you like to eat out? We love The Hug & Pint in Glasgow. The menu has unusual sounding dishes like black fungus and beancurd but everything is always delicious.

Where would you like to be in 10 years’ time? I just started a catering company called Laurianne’s Vegan Kitchen which is hopefully a step towards my ultimate dream of opening a vegan cafe in the south of France.

For more information, visit lauriannesrawcakes.co.uk. You’ll also find Laurianne at the Detox Health Beauty Festival at Archerfield Walled Garden on 11 May. For tickets, visit archerfieldwalledgarden.com.

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