UK Women Magazine - June Issue 2015

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ALEXANDRA BURKE Star on the West End stage IT'S FESTIVAL SEASON Let your hair down in style PRESCRIPTION ADDICTION When healing hurts PREMATURE MENOPAUSE Helping your body through the trauma FASHION Shorts and skirts to maximise your summer style

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ALEXANDRA Queen of the stage

FROM THE STORE CUPBOARD Suppers on the run

ABU DHABI Arabian nights

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CREATE YOUR DREAM SPACE Outdoor living

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY The new 'baby' has a sense of adventure

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SUMMERTIME STYLE Spectacular shorts and sexy skirts

FEELING FESTIVE Summertime groove

34 SANDBANKS Destination dreamy

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BOLD AND GREY 50 shades brighter

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CAPTAINS CLUB Out on the decks

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WELCOME TO

JUNE 2015 INTRODUCTION

WHAT’S INSIDE

Welcome to UK Women Magazine South

FEATURE: 6

Alexandra Burke - lighting up the West End stage HAIR: Going grey is in vogue - so if you want to look chic there's over 50 shades to choose from!

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FASHION: Summer style - sexy shorts and streamlining skirts

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ACCESSORIES:

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Premature menopause can be a devastating experience - UK Women talks to consultant gynaecologist Mr Michael Savvas

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Complete your look with your handbag of choice HEALTH:

BEAUTY: Super shiny hair is within reach

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INTERIORS: Looking good in the outdoors - furniture to create that perfect al fresco ambience 22 FEATURE: The dangers of prescription addiction - it's more common than you think

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TAKE 3: Women who intrigue, fascinate and inspire us

Enjoy the start of summer!

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FOOD: Enjoy the relaxation of a simple supper

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DID YOU KNOW: News from around the region

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TRAVEL: 48

GREEN SCENE: The power of solar energy

On a hard hitting note we explore the worrying rise of prescription addiction, looking at how it affects people’s lives. Plus we’ve got food, fashion, beauty, news and much more.

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Rising Italian singing sensation and fashion guru Giulia

OUT AND ABOUT: Sandbanks in all its glory

With summer breathing warmth into our lives we’ve also compiled a little run-down of some of the fabulous festivals taking place in the region over the coming months – there’s sure to be one that tempts you.

We really hope that you love this issue and we look forward to seeing you again next month.

INTERVIEW:

Fancy an Arabian night? Destination Abu Dhabi

This month the team are delighted to be featuring the stunning Alexandra Burke whose career is going from strength to strength with her rise from X Factor contestant to West End star. We also love meeting new talent and we had the very welcome opportunity to interview Italy’s latest and loveliest export Giulia, who not only knows a thing or two about singing, she’s also a bit of an expert in the fashion stakes too.

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SUMMER FUN: Take your pick of fun festivals in the south

Hello and welcome once again – we are excited to offer you another jam-packed issue of UK Women.

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CAR REVIEW: The new baby on the block - Land Rover Discovery

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RESTAURANT REVIEW: Marvellous Mallam

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Queen

Of the night

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Week seven of last year’s X Factor featured contestants paying tribute to the brilliant Whitney Houston. Controversial head judge, Simon Cowell, must be delighted that his 2008 winning contestant Alexandra Burke will be belting out Whitney’s hits throughout her yearlong tour of The Bodyguard; the musical.

Last summer saw Burke replace Beverley Knight in the lead role of Rachel Marron in the West End musical The Bodyguard, which made its debut opening at Southampton’s Mayflower in February where it commenced its nationwide UK tour.

UK Women caught up with Alexandra whilst she was packing up her seven suitcases in readiness to board a flight from her home in New York back to the UK to prepare for the tour. “Being in the West End made me the happiest girl alive” enthuses Burke “I thought I was happy before but soon realised that this was a whole new happy; I was just so humbled and grateful when I first got the role but I insisted that they audition me first”.

Following in the footsteps of one of the world’s best-selling music artists was quite a daunting prospect and Alexandra initially turned the role down, as she explains: “I had no confidence to perform the role when I was first offered it a couple of years ago, but it was only when I sat in the audience and watched Heather Headley that I came to the realisation that yes I can do this.”

The role requires Alexandra to remain on stage constantly, so she had to quickly perfect the art of extremely swift costume changes. “There are around 24 costume changes throughout the musical” says Alexandra “which requires me to wear layer upon layer of clothes. I get so hot wearing leggings under jeans, plus a dress over the jeans but I can now get changed in nine seconds flat”.

During the 15 date tour, Ms Burke will also be releasing and touring her third studio album.

“There’s no formal release date yet but I will be performing at smaller and more intimate venues across the UK. It will be along the lines of ‘an evening with’ and I’ll be accompanied by a three-piece band and talking about my songs; old and new” adds Alexandra.

Of course, Alexandra Burke rose to fame after winning the fifth series of The X Factor, whereby her debut number one single ‘Hallelujah’ sold over one million copies in the UK, a first for a British female soloist. She went on to support Beyoncé in her ‘I Am’ tour.

The Bodyguard features a whole host of classics including Queen of the Night, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, I’m Your Baby Tonight, Run to You, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance with Somebody and one of the biggest selling songs of all time – I Will Always Love You. “I never assume that I’ve got these songs covered” explains Ms Burke “in particular ‘I Will Always Love You’ is a constant challenge.

I draw on my own emotions when I sing it, but

Alexandra Burke first caught our eye as winner of the X Factor; she’s now cementing her status as a diva playing the lead role in the nationwide tour of The Bodyguard

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connect with it on every level as Whitney was taken too soon and I think of her when I’m performing it and just feel so honoured.”

Alexandra ensures her throat is kept in tip top condition when preparing for a major role like this and she abstains from eating dairy and drinking alcohol and she steams several times a day. “I also find that minimal talking and lots of vitamin C works wonders” adds Alexandra.

Ms Burke has been receiving standing ovations for her performance as Whitney and, after watching her perform in The Bodyguard recently, we can truly say that she was born for this role.

Tickets available from www.thebodyguardmusical.com

‘I Will Always Love You’ is a constant challenge. I draw on my own emotions when I sing it, but connect with it on every level as Whitney was taken too soon and I think of her when I’m performing it and just feel so honoured.”

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50 SHADES OF‌

Grey is tricky: Wear it well, and you could be stunningly unforgettable.

But play it wrong, and you risk looking like your (great-) grandma

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Your hair is very frizzy. Fly aways are more noticeable with grey (or blond) hair. So if you have trouble with frizz control, consider colouring to get a sleeker look.

Many women look incredible with a sprinkling of silver. The key is to even out your colour and make your grey appear well blended, which can be difficult since it tends to grow in random clusters. Your goal: to turn these patches into chic streaks. The secret: strategic highlights. When you lighten the right strands, you end up with ribbons of gorgeous highlights instead of a patchy mess.

So how do we handle this going grey decision if we have been dyeing our hair for years? If you've been colouring for as long as you can remember, one of the major benefits of stopping is that there'll be no more wrestling with roots. Make a gradual change. If you've been using permanent colour, switch to semi -permanent, which is more translucent. Use a lighter shade with each touch-up. If you're mostly grey, consider blond highlights.

Always keep your grey locks looking healthy so invest in a great spray or serum to restore lustre. Counteract yellowing, if any, with a purple shampoo or conditioner (try L'Oréal Nature's Therapy Color Confidence Blonde Brightening Shampoo) and a monthly rinse with lemon water (the juice of one lemon for every two cups water) to help eliminate smoke- and pollution-induced discoloration.

UK Women looks at this now increasingly popular trend of ditching the hair dye and going grey while adopting a stunning and beautiful look. If it is good enough for celebrities... As we all already know, the wrong haircut or the wrong colour can add years to you whatever the colour or cut. There are two huge hurdles to overcome with the going grey process.

And finally if you are just starting to notice those grey hairs, don't pluck! While there's no truth to the old wives' tale (that pulling one hair will cause three to sprout), removing those bad boys will not help in the end. The follicle doesn't die when you pluck, so that hair will start growing again, and it will still be grey. But until it's long enough to blend with the rest of your hair, it will just stick out.

So ladies, going grey can make you stand out from the crowd and you can leave the Grandma look behind. It takes courage but if you decide to take the plunge, it is nothing that can't be reversed with a bottle of hair dye.

The first is emotional - a coming-to-terms with the ageing process and how it makes you feel about yourself as a woman, as well as in relation to how others perceive you.

Does grey equal old?

The second is the practical hurdle of how to grow out your roots without looking like a bag lady, a scarecrow or worse again a grey badge stripe!

Let’s first look at what causes colour loss in our hair. As you age, your hair's melanocytes — cells that produce pigment — lose steam and make less melanin. That's when your hair seems to 'turn grey,' but it's actually just losing its original colour, not acquiring a new one. Women end up with a head of grey, silver, or white just like you may have had chestnut, light brown, or dark brown hair it's just a shade variation.

You may be alarmed because your first white strands have started to multiply or maybe you've covered up for so many years that you no longer know just how much white you've got. Wherever you are on the spectrum, you have a choice: Conceal with colour or let it go grey. If you decide on the chemical route, the plus side is obvious; the downside is the cost, in time and money. So maybe grey is your answer — unless you fall into one of these categories.

Your skin is yellow- or olive-toned. Grey is a cool shade, so it doesn't always complement warm skin tones.

Your locks are thinning or superfine. Unless you cut your hair very short, a light colour (whether blond or grey) can make it look even sparser than it is.

We would love to have your photos of fabulous grey. Send to enquiries@ukwomenmagazine.co.uk

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FASHION

THE BOTTOM LINE Inspired by the latest catwalk creatives, it’s time to discover alluring trends that flaunt, flatter and fabulously fulfil our soaring summer styles.

SHORTS Exuding modernity, variation and forever fashion-forward, shorts are an easy and stylish staple that evoke many qualities; laidback luxe, stylishly sexy, effortlessly elegant, sophisticatedly smart and ravishingly retro - designs that are all prevailing now.

Culottes are the most fashionable and flattering longer length short, offering the perfect balance with the practicality of a trouser yet the elegance of a skirt.

Céline and Stella McCartney showcased voluminous, wearable culottes whilst Topshop and Zara have amazing alternatives.

The laidback luxe of the Bermuda short is a great option when seeking a relaxed, longer length that all women, regardless of height and body type, can wear. Christian Dior, Emporio Armani and House of Fraser are all showcasing fabulous arrays.

A host of provocative, thigh-rising shorts are on the style radar too, with Jean Paul Gaultier and Dolce and Gabbana supporting mini shorts; No.21 highlighting the high-waist; smart suits with shorts arrived via Emilio Pucci, and cuffed shorts with turn-ups were seen at Iceberg, French Connection, Ted Baker and many other high street stores love this classically sexy summer style.

The summer months are upon us, and what better way to parade our perfectly sun kissed pins then to dress them in this season’s most covetable collection of shorts and skirts?

Says Katie Farley

Denim shorts, £35, Therapy at House of Fraser

OUR FAVOURITES...

Top: Isla Ripple shorts, £60, French Connection. Bottom: Printed shorts, £64, Lavand. Right: Wide Culottes, £39,99, Zara.

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SKIRTS

Plum faux leather skirt, £59, Biba at House of Fraser

For details of items featured here please visit: www.lavand.com www.jigsaw-online.com www.frenchconnection.com www.houseoffraser.co.uk www.zara.com www.whistles.com

The epitome of feminine elegance; skirts offer a deliciously demure aura.

This season sees the midi rock the runways along with other options, perfect for evening occasions that require a sprinkling of serious modern flair.

The midi, a reincarnated classic, is on trend this summer, delivering a timeless feel with stylish updates via suede’s and silks at Jill Stuart and Monique Lhuillier.

Michael Kors’ creativity conceptualized the midi with his Fifties fantasy array of beautifully wearable numbers, splashed with florals, oversized gingham and pretty embellishments. Jigsaw’s silk, pleated printed midi is divine!

Evening styles favoured a festoon of feathering at Erdem; tassels tantalized at Whistles; transparent styles were delivered at Toga, and fringe-tastic skirts sashayed at Alberta Ferretti.

From left to right: Lorna stripe jacquard skirt yellow, £140, Whistles. Jigsaw Agate placement skirt, £159, Jigsaw. Rios skirt, £220. Hayley stripe wrap skirt, £140. Lekki broiderie pencil skirt white, £110. All from Whistles.

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It’s very easy to get ‘carried away’ this season with the exciting assortment of handbags that have been whittled down from the catwalks and are now landing on the high street: an amalgamation of styles bursting with an innovative approach to redesign and creativity.

BUCKET BAGS Following on from last season, the trendy bucket bag returns for spring/summer ‘15, and this time with an injection of redesign via a creative collision of refreshed textures, materials, silhouettes and small details. The trend was witnessed with a holey pattern throughout at 3.1 Philip Lim; extraordinary colourful rubbers re-awakened the design at Kenzo; Victoria Beckham charmed with reptile accents on classic forms, whilst Marni and Moschino injected vibrant prints onto their buckets. Biba are on the case, whilst Zara are offering the bucket in alluring variations of fabrics, colours and textures.

FRINGED FAVOURITES These fringed handbags are a match made in fashion heaven with the boho-chic trend, reflecting a tantalizing textured array of lavishly applied tassels and fringing.

Designers from Emilio Pucci, Etro, Rebecca Minfoff and Salvatore Ferragamo showcased more than a fragment of frivolous fringe work in an army of sizes and colours that echoed an ethnic, hippie vibe. These bags were seen decorated in a ‘70s style scene, with motifs and studwork in an array of different silhouettes to opt for. Emulating the trend’s popularity, almost every high street chain has jumped on board this fringed trend frenzy, from Topshop and Mint Velvet, to Karen Millen and Phase Eight.

GEOMETRIC BOX DESIGNS Seen more as an object of desire rather than a functional purpose to curry your whole world in, the geometric box bags are so chic and desirably demure that you won’t want to let them out of your stylish sights. Oozing with elegance and allure, they arrive in rectangular and square shapes, embezzled in embellishments and adorned in picturesque imagery. Dolce & Gabbana, Lanvin, Victoria Beckham and Chanel all carried these in the chicest forms, while River Island have a fabulous collection to choose from.

Every woman’s most beloved and loyal accessory is definitely having a fashion moment. Katy Farley takes a peep

HANDBAGS

AT DAWN!

For details of items featured here please visit: www.kenzo.com www.mybiba.com www.radley.co.uk.com www.bottica.com

From left to right: Camden Town bag, £199, Radley. PInk Bucket bag, £475, Kenzo. Jasmine Bucket bag, £107,40, Biba. Boho Suede Leather bag in Tan, £148,50, by Sabrina Tach at Bottica.

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HEALTH

Mr Michael Savvas, Consultant Gynaecologist, leads the menopause service at the Poundbury Clinic at King Edward VII’s Hospital in London. Mr Savvas has a special interest in early menopause and in the safe prescription of HRT. Mr Savvas also works at King’s College, London.

He talks to UK Women about the prevalence and treatment of premature menopause – something that can play havoc with a woman’s life, health and emotions WHAT IS THE PERCENTAGE OF WOMEN LIKELY TO EXPERIENCE A PREMATURE OR EARLY MENOPAUSE? Menopause occurring before the age of 45 is termed ‘early,’ occurring for one in 20 women in the UK. Reaching menopause before the age of 40 is termed ‘premature,’ which occurs for one in 100 women in the UK. ARE THERE ARE KNOWN CAUSES/TRIGGERS/RISK FACTORS FOR PREMATURE MENOPAUSE? Although in most cases there is no identifiable cause, there are several factors associated with premature menopause.

Premature menopause can sometimes be linked to your family history. Research has shown that the age at which a woman reaches menopause is likely to be inherited from her mother, so finding out at what age your mother started menopause might provide an indication of when you’ll start your own.

Smoking can also contribute to early menopause, with several studies indicating that long-term or regular smokers are more likely to experience menopause earlier than the average age.

ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PREMATURE MENOPAUSE VASTLY DIFFERENT TO A 'NORMAL MENOPAUSE'?

Generally, no. For women facing premature menopause or regular menopause, symptoms can include hot flushes, joint aches, night sweats, sleep disturbance, discomfort during sex, as well as mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and depression. However, it is important to remember that symptoms will vary from woman to woman, so individualised care is vital for proper diagnosis and treatment.

HOW LONG ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF A PREMATURE MENOPAUSE LIKELY TO LAST? The symptoms of the menopause can last for a variable length of time; for some women the symptoms may last for just a few months, but for many women the symptoms can persist for many years. A US study was released in March which found that the earlier women started experiencing menopausal symptoms, the longer these symptoms lasted – in some cases up to 14 years.

WHAT TREATMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PREMATURE MENOPAUSE? My goal is to provide individualised care for women tackling the symptoms of premature menopause. I believe that the best way to manage these symptoms is through the safe prescription of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). This replaces the hormones that the body loses during the menopause, including oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Falling levels of these hormones cause a

HEALTH

range of physical and emotional symptoms, including hot flushes, mood swings, and vaginal dryness.

There are over 50 different types of HRT, which come in a variety of forms, including percutaneous gels, transdermal patches, or oral hormone therapy. I always encourage my patients to use what works best for them and their lifestyle, and to re-evaluate their dosage and method every six months to make sure they are receiving the best possible treatment.

IS IT POSSIBLE FOR A WOMAN GOING THROUGH A PREMATURE MENOPAUSE TO BECOME PREGNANT? Yes, it is possible. In some cases, the woman’s ovaries continue to produce hormones from time to time, and their periods can return. Some women can fall pregnant even after being diagnosed with premature menopause.

The longer a woman has been without a period the less likely that there will be some return of ovarian activity and the less likely that she can get pregnant. There is no treatment that can increase the possibility of ovarian activity returning in these cases.

However, sadly many women who face premature menopause are unable to fall pregnant. There are few options other than egg donation for these women.

Research has shown that the age at which a woman reaches menopause is likely to be inherited from her mother, so finding out at what age your mother started menopause might provide an indication of when you’ll start your own.

WHAT ARE THE LONG TERM POTENTIAL HEALTH PROBLEMS FOR A WOMAN WHO HAS GONE THROUGH A PREMATURE MENOPAUSE? The onset of menopause can have a long-term effect on the female body, largely caused by oestrogen deficiency. As oestrogen has a protective effect on bones, menopause can lead to bone thinning (osteoporosis). It can also cause cardiovascular disease, and an increased risk of dementia down the line, so it is very important that young women who reach menopause are offered HRT. WHAT HAPPENS IN A PREMATURE MENOPAUSE THAT IS CAUSED BY SURGERY (E.G. WOMB REMOVAL)?

When a woman elects to have her ovaries removed, as Angelina Jolie famously did recently, her body will begin to experience the symptoms of menopause almost immediately. This is because the ovaries are the body’s main producer of the hormone oestrogen, so when these are surgically removed the body suddenly faces a major oestrogen deficiency. The plummeting hormone levels can King Edward VII’s cause quite severe menopausal Hospital symptoms straight away.

I strongly recommend hormone replacement therapy for women facing surgical menopause, as it is an effective way to counteract the supply of oestrogen that the body has lost.

King Edward VII’s Hospital is an independent, acute private Hospital located in Marylebone, central London. King Edward VII’s Hospital is open to all.

For more information: www.kingedwardvii.co.uk

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Hair (if we have it…) is often described as our crowning glory.

Everyone has good hair days and bad hair days and let’s be honest, bad hair days can make you feel truly awful.

We’re all blessed or cursed (!) with different hair texture, colour, tone and degrees of straight, wavy or curly and being human we often wish we’d been born with something different. Whatever hair colour or style you have there is no doubt that it will make you feel great if it looks shiny and glows with health. Keeping hair in tip top condition doesn’t require a huge amount of effort but it does require a little ingenuity.

Hair, like everything else, is a reflector of our general health and the bottom line is if you aren’t looking after your stress and nutrition levels no amount of conditioning products are going to permanently disguise unhealthy hair. However, there are some tricks that you can employ to make your hair look its super shiny best, if you’re having a blip.

Deep conditioning treatments can be created from products that you may find in your store cupboard.

These wonderful natural resources can be used to literally feed hair with soothing nourishment.

To treat your hair to a super deep conditioning treatment: 1) Choose your product – egg yolk, natural plain yogurt (definitely not the sugar variety!), olive oil, coconut oil or similar.

2) After washing your hair, towel dry it and then liberally coat your scalp and hair with the oil, egg yolk or yogurt.

3) Next wrap your hair in a shower cap, cling film or a clean towel which you don’t mind getting the product on.

4) Sit back and relax with a cuppa or a good magazine and allow the oil, egg yolk or yoghurt to penetrate your hair shaft. It’s good if you can do this for at least 15 minutes but anything up to 40 minutes for optimum conditioning is desirable.

5) Afterwards rinse your hair in cool water (as this helps to close the hair follicles, leaving the hair looking shiny) until it runs clear.

6) Resist brushing your hair whilst wet, instead opt to use a widetoothed comb to gently untangle your hair and wait until it is dry before you put a brush through it otherwise you can tear your hair and cause split ends to form.

If you do this treatment once a week ideally or even once a month - if that’s all you can manage, you will see an improvement in the condition of your hair and the great thing is because you are using store cupboard products it won’t cost a lot of money.

SUPER SHINY HAIR – NATURALLY!

Fab looking hair has got to be top of the list when it comes to making ourselves look and feel a million dollars

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INTERIORS

UK Women takes a look at stylish and practical pieces to bring your garden to life this summer

Alfresco Ambience Gipsy Dining

Vincent Sheppard In 1992, Belgium-based Vincent Sheppard picked up the thread of historic tradition and craftsmanship of the Lloyd Loom. Sheppard created a dazzling collection of contemporary furniture that blended classic lines with elegant innovation. The success was immense.

Today, the Vincent Sheppard company supplies its furniture world-wide.

We took a sneak peek at ways in which you can decorate your outdoor space with Vincent’s Garden range. We discovered the timeless class of the Vincent Sheppard Woven Paper Collection. The range offers a beautiful range of contemporary outdoor furniture featuring the legendary seating comfort of Vincent Sheppard. The All Weather Outdoor collection will help you unlock the true beauty of your garden and terrace.

Deauville Lounge Chair and Sofa

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Helena Solstol Luxury Lounger

Sika Garden Furniture Since 1950 Sika Design has created handmade furniture with comfort, quality and sustainability being fundamental concepts. The chairs combine great comfort with elegant design. The wicker furniture is made from strong, maintenance-free synthetic fibres, woven onto aluminium frames, meaning that the furniture will stay beautiful year after year.

Here are a few pieces to enhance your garden this summer:

Holly Outdoor Rattan Hanging Chair

Rustic Hurricane Lantern - lovely rustic metal hurricane lantern with a vintage style, distressed copper finish

Grace Dining table and Chairs

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INTERIORS

Rustic Slate Oil Lamp - a stunning Danish designed contemporary slate oil lamp Citronella Outdoor Candles - stylish and practical these outdoor citronella candle cans are the perfect alfresco party accessory Ceramic 'Ocean Blue' vintage style serving plate

Bridgman Outdoor Furniture UK company, Bridgman are quality garden furniture and interior furniture specialists based in Enfield, London. For over 50 years their focus has been on designing and supplying comfortable, stylish and durable home and garden furniture. Bridgman supply residential furniture and commercial furniture throughout the UK and worldwide.

Bridgman outdoor furniture ranges include rattan garden furniture in traditional and contemporary styles. The All Seasons range is the epitome of quality garden furniture and comes with a 10 year guarantee - what's more, the All Season range if fully waterproof meaning that you can comfortably leave your cushions out all year round. Here are a few of our favourite pieces, to see the full range, visit www.bridgman.co.uk

All accessories available from www.nordichouse.co.uk

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Prescription

ADDICTION Addiction to prescription drugs is so rife that more Britons die from taking painkillers and tranquillisers than heroin and cocaine

One helpline has calculated there are at least 32,000 painkiller addicts in Britain, but even that is likely to be an underestimate. Painkillers are the most common addiction prescribed medication.

Addiction to` drugs prescribed by your GP is now a real problem within the UK. Dependency is characterised by a feeling of not being able to do without a drug and a desperate need to obtain and consume the drug to alleviate feelings that arise from not having it.

Symptoms can include one or more of the following: • Needing to take more of the drug to get the desired effect.

• Asking for repeat prescriptions early.

• Difficulty in trying to cut down or stop drug use.

• Feeling guilty about the drug use.

“Half of women and 43 per cent of men in England are now regularly taking prescription drugs,” BBC News reports. The figures have come to light as part of a new survey into drug prescribing patterns. This survey also found that women (11 per cent) were more likely than men (six per cent) to be taking antidepressants. Women also demonstrated a significant variation by income class. Seven per cent of women in the highest two brackets of income were taking antidepressants, which rose to 17 per cent in the lowest brackets.

• Problems with work, finances or legal issues.

• Being secretive about the drug use.

• Arguments or disagreements with significant others about the drug use.

• Taking other medications to alleviate side effects of prescription drugs.

• Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when stopping/reducing the drug or between doses.

• Continuing to take the drug despite actual or likely negative consequences.

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There are many dangers and risks with prolonged addiction to medication.

These are varied and depend on the type and dose of the drug and can include symptoms such as sedation, lack of coordination, gastrointestinal complaints, depressed respiration, changes in appetite, changes in blood pressure and heart rate, anxiety and depression.

Codeine, if taken regularly over a period of time can produce physical dependence that will result in withdrawal symptoms if ceased. In addition it is possible to create a psychological dependence, for example; when the drug is seen as a coping strategy to lower anxiety. A characteristic of addiction is that the awareness of the excessive and continued use actually increases anxiety.

If you recognise either yourself or a loved one being addicted to prescription medication, there is help available. Your first port of call will be your GP. You will not be judged and you will be supported on a plan to withdraw the addiction safely.

These symptoms can be as simple as deviating from the recommended dose and using the drug without symptoms present. Continuing to increase the dose over a period of time, keeping the use of the tablets secret from others or visiting several different pharmacies from which you buy the drug. (As 32 tablets is the maximum individual purchase).

Addiction can also come from your readily available over the counter drugs such as codeine based analgesics including: Ibruprofen and Codeine and Paracetemol and Codeine. Some cough medicines also contain Codeine.

As a subject, this is not one that us ladies discuss over coffee and certainly not a subject we feel confident in disclosing. By talking about these

subjects, UK Women hope to open the door to know that there are lots of women out there that have similar issues.

With a staggering figure of almost half the UK population on prescribed medication, is a small number of addictions from this acceptable? Or should we be promoting a healthier diet, exercise and lifestyle approach?

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WHO WAS...

Marilyn Monroe

One of the most memorable and adored screen stars of her era Marilyn had inauspicious early beginnings and reinvented herself almost entirely in her short life

The question really is: who was Norma Jeane Mortenson (Marilyn’s birth name)? This notable woman was to use a variety of names throughout her short life and went through three turbulent marriages in the space of 19 years. She died at the tender age of 36 officially from Barbiturate overdose – recorded as a probable suicide. Over the decades many stories have circulated about her death including suggestions of possible mafia involvement and murder – although none of these theories has ever been proved conclusively.

A new documentary – Autopsy - has accused her personal physician Dr Hyman Engelberg, of prescribing a lethal cocktail of sleeping pills. It has also revealed significant evidence about Dr Engelberg, who has since

died, showing that he lied, under oath, about the drugs that he had instructed her to take, during the 1982 investigation into her death.

Whatever the truth it was a tragic and early end for the legendary actress.

Marilyn had a troubled start in life living her early years in a series of foster homes being pushed from pillar to post, eventually resulting in her youthful first marriage to a neighbour’s son and policeman James Dougherty. When Dougherty was away serving in the Merchant Marines Marilyn took up employment in the Radioplanes Munitions Factory and it was here that she got her first ‘lucky break’. The factory was owned

by English actor Reginald Denny and during her time there author and documentary maker David Conover, of the U.S. Army Air Forces' First Motion Picture Unit, was sent to the factory to take uplifting pictures of young women helping the war effort.

Although the pictures of Marilyn were not used his resulting efforts are sometimes credited with discovering this striking and wily woman. He encouraged her to contact the Blue Book Modelling Agency and she went on to become one of their most successful models. Her success brought her to the attention of Ben Lyon – a 20th Century Fox executive who was partially responsible for her eventual name change to the one we know her as today. Monroe was her mother’s maiden name and after toying with several different first names they settled on Marilyn as an alliterative lucky charm - with Lyon telling Marilyn that she reminded him of Broadway musical star Marilyn Miller, with whom he had once acted as a love interest in the film Her Majesty Love.

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WHO IS...

Dr Vandana Shiva

Born in 1952, in Dehradun, India, 62 year old Dr Vandana Shiva has been identified by Time Magazine as an ‘environmental hero’ and in 2010 Forbes Magazine recognised her as one of the ‘Seven Most Powerful Women on the Globe’

Dr. Shiva trained as a Physicist at the University of Punjab, and completed her Ph.D. on the ‘Hidden Variables and Non-locality in Quantum Theory’ from the University of Western Ontario, Canada. She is the author of several books including The Violence of the Green Revolution, which challenges the idea of continuing non-sustainable industrial agriculture and Staying Alive – a book which seriously challenges the common paradigm of technological and economic development as progress and reframes common perceptions of Third World women, shining a light on how women, more than simply surviving the challenges brought on by development, are safeguarding sources of knowledge and creating new visions of not only how to stay alive, but the importance of survival. As part of her continued interest in supporting women, Dr Shiva founded the gender unit

at the International Centre for Mountain Development (ICIMOD) in Kathmandu, and was a founding Board Member of the Women Environment and Development Organization (WEDO). She also initiated Diverse Women for Diversity, an international movement of women working for food and agriculture.

In 1982 Dr Shiva founded the Research Foundation for Science, Technology and Ecology to conduct independent research into the most pressing ecological and social issues of our time such as world globalisation and climate change.

In 1991 additionally she founded a national movement called Navdanya (meaning nine seeds) designed to protect ‘living resources’ such as native seed and promote and support organic farming and fair trade. Navdanya is a network of seed keepers and organic producers spread across 17 states in India.

Navdanya has worked with local organisations over the last two decades and this has resulted in the conservation of more than 3,000 rice varieties from across India.

Internationally, Dr. Shiva serves on Prince Charles’s expert group on Sustainable Agriculture and she is a member of President Zapatero’s Scientific Committee in Spain. She also advises governments worldwide, and is currently working with the Government of Bhutan to make Bhutan 100 per cent organic. Dr. Shiva has campaigned internationally on issues surrounding biotechnology and genetic engineering. She has helped movements in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Ireland, Switzerland and Austria with their campaigns against genetic engineering.

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WHO'S UK...

Sara Bell Tempus Energy founder Sara Bell is one of the only women in the UK to head up an energy company in what is traditionally a hard hitting, male dominated industry. She is choosing to look at energy supply in a unique way Sara grew up in Sweden after her family relocated there when she was a baby. At the age of 11 she moved to England, a transition that was difficult for language and cultural reasons. This experience left her with a lifelong sympathy with the underdog or outsider.

After immigrating to Australia at the age of 21 and trying different careers and ventures Sarah moved to Hong Kong; whilst there she married and gave birth to the first of her three children; she also established a successful venture as part of the internet boom. The company was successfully sold and Sara went to university in Sydney to complete a Masters degree.

After completing the degree Sara began energy efficiency and climate change and clean tech consulting in South East Asia. She developed a strong interest in Smart Grids and the challenges of integrating renewable energy cost effectively. In 2010 she moved to London and established the Future Networks Commercial Strategy Team at UK Power Networks (owners of the London electricity distribution network). This role was the starting point for her to examine the whole electricity value chain and apply her prior financial experience to think differently about how we manage the electricity system. In 2012 Sara established Tempus Energy and began designing the business model and technology platform that enables Tempus to focus on making energy cost as low as possible for customers and will disaggregate the current electricity industry business models.

As the world moves to a lower carbon energy system there is an opportunity to change the way the system is managed that will lead to lower cost, more opportunities to create jobs and a more secure global environment.

Progress has been much slower than it could be as it is not in the commercial interest of large fossil fuel companies to make the energy system efficient.

Sara believes the key to making this change happen is to demonstrate to electricity customers that there is something in it for them by delivering every penny of value possible into their pockets. This is the mission that Sara is currently pursuing.

Sara explains: “For too long, the electricity system has focused purely on delivering profits for generators, rather than value for customers.

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We are spoilt for choice when it comes to festivals in the southern realm.

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Isle of Wight Festival Seaclose Park, Isle of Wight 11 - 14 June

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The Isle of Wight Festival, now in its 14th year, is described as one of ‘the crown jewels of the British summer calendar’, with a unique festival experience for music fans of all ages to enjoy. blur are confirmed to headline the Saturday night slot. They will join Fleetwood Mac, The Prodigy, The Black Keys, Pharrell Williams, Paolo Nutini, Jessie Ware, James Bay, Billy Idol, Paul Oakenfold, The Charlatans and many more acts for the first festival of the summer.

The festival offers 12 stages of live music over the weekend - including Main Stage headliners, acoustic sets, DJ performances and up-and-coming talent - alongside a huge variety of additional entertainment and activities.

Pommery Seafood Festival Seafront, Weymouth, Dorset 11 - 12 July

The Pommery Seafood Festival is a free foodie festival that showcases delicious and fresh cuisine. New for 2015 is ‘The Hive Beach Cafe at Finn Square’, which will be serving visitors with a cosmopolitan menu of finest fish and seafood sourced from local suppliers in a restaurant environment overlooking Weymouth Harbour. Executive chef of the Hive Beach Café - Barry George and his crew, are taking over a raised area on Weymouth Harbour-side and transforming it into the first Seafood Festival pop up restaurant - so get ready to choose from Lyme Bay Grilled Lobster Thermidor, Weymouth Crab Salad, Shellfish Platters and a selection of champagnes and wines from Pommery.

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New Forest Spectrum Lyndhurst, New Forest 10 - 12 July The first ever music festival exclusively for people with a learning disability and autism, their families and carers is coming to the heart of the New Forest this summer. The festival is being run by two local charities – The Minstead Training Trust and Stable Family Home Trust. Between them, the charities provide care and support to over 250 adults with a learning disability in the area.

Forty live acts have already been lined up, including ABBA Revival, Fleetwood Bac, Tony as Robbie (Williams tribute), Record Producer Mark Tinley (Duran Duran, ADAMSKI etc.) who is putting together a Dr Who themed DJ set. The festival will also include an AutismFriendly chill out zone, massage and pampering tent, CODA Music jamming tent, to zip wires and circus acts.

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Larmer Tree Festival Larmer Tree Gardens, near Salisbury, Wiltshire 14 - 19 July The Larmer Tree Festival 2015 is celebrating 25 Years. The Festival is set in the idyllic Larmer Tree Gardens, a Grade II Victorian pleasure garden. Dotted with ornate pagodas and surrounded by woodland, this is the only festival that comes complete with wandering peacocks and free-flying macaws. With six unique stages spread across the festival site, festival-goers can immerse themselves in a variety of music with well-established artists playing alongside emerging talent. The 25th anniversary line up sees the return of the legendary Tom Jones who will be opening the festival, and appearing for two nights supported by The Shires.

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Camp Bestival Lulworth Castle, Dorset 30 July - 2 August

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Camp Bestival is perhaps the ideal festival for party lovers who now have a young family. es tiv This year Camp Bestival goes al. wild on the dramatic Jurassic Coast. net With live music from Underworld, Clean Bandit, Kaiser Chiefs, Professor Green Wretch 32, Kate Tempest, Bob Geldof, Soul II Soul, Level 42, Alison Moyet, Ella Eyre, Cymande, 808 State, Buzzcocks, DJ Yoda, The Cuban Brothers and many more.

This year Bestival is going back to its roots, celebrating music, freedom, peace, love and euphoria. A nod to the 20th anniversary of the Sunday Best parties that gave rise to the Isle of Wight adventures, Bestival’s Summer of Love is all about the love of the adventure, the love of the unexpected, and most of all, the love of the party. With the mighty Chemical Brothers leading the love action, topping Saturday night’s bill, with fellow dance legends, Underworld, taking charge of the Big Top on Thursday night, there will also be live music from iconic trailblazers Duran Duran, and the world’s most famous musical family, The Jacksons.

www.bestival.net There will be a vast choice of camping and hospitality options with great family facilities and hot showers, including Lucky Cat Hospitality, Camping Plus Premium Camping, Breastival Mother and Baby Chill Out, Airstreams, Tipis, Yurts and much, much more.

The Purbeck Valley Folk Festival Purbeck Valley Folk Farm, Dorset 27 – 30 August www.purbeckvalleyfolkfestival.co.uk

Bestival Robin Hill Country Park, Isle of Wight 10 – 13 September

Billed as an ‘award-winning, small folk festival that’s loved by everyone’, the team behind the festival has announced the following artists - Chris Difford, Justin Currie, Richard Thompson, Stornoway, Kathryn Tickell, Megson, Martha Tilston and the Scientists, Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin and The Moulettes, plus many more.

Revellers are told to expect the very best folk, roots and world music. The organisers have chosen a line-up designed to reflect the diversity of the current folk scene, with plenty to keep music lovers and families entertained.

St Nicholas' School Educating girls aged 3 to 16 and boys aged 3 to 7, St Nicholas’ School has an unblemished record of GCSE passes.

The school’s superb modern facilities are used by Senior and Junior pupils for indoor sports, art and textiles, science, music, ICT, food technology and the performing arts. The senior pupils at St Nicholas’ School also participate in busy extracurricular activities, such as Duke of Edinburgh, work experience week, a range of sports and charity fund raising events.

The nursery school is situated in a purpose built modern building with large bright classrooms and a secure outdoor play area. Children have exclusive use of a well designed adventure playground. Each child receives the individual attention necessary to enable them to reach their full potential. The school participates in the Early Years Education Funding Scheme.

St Nicholas’ operates an extended day from 8am to 6pm, with school buses from Aldershot, Camberley, Fleet, Farnham, Farnborough, Odiham and Basingstoke.

For more information, please visit www.stnicholas.hants.sch.uk or contact The Registrar on 01252 850121.

A chance to see St Nicholas’ School at Autumn term Open Day: Saturday 10th October 2015 10am – 1pm

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Giulia's debut album Raze Me To the Ground is available now on iTunes www.giuliaofficial.com

Beauty Fresh from supporting Anastacia at The 02 Shepherd’s Bush Empire stunning European singer/songwriter and fledgling fashion guru Giulia is giving her ever increasing fan-base a taster of things to come with her debut album Giulia is a young Italian with competitive ambition and passionate expression firmly woven into the fabric of her soul. Born in Rome to Marco Doná dalle Rose, who was a professional polo player, and Flavia Persone - a successful fashion entrepreneur, Giulia experienced an eclectic and well-travelled childhood as her family moved from Italy to Argentina, then back to Europe before she decided to focus her musical development in the cultural and creative melting pot of London.

Julia’s first single - Turn Your Light On - co-written with Don Mescal (Rascal Flatts, Clay Aiken, Backstreet Boys, Boyzone etc), with production by Don Mescal and Tom Nichols (Celine Dion, All Saints, Sugababes, Hall & Oates and Kylie Minogue to name but a few), was released last April from her debut

album written and produced in London in collaboration with Tom Nichols.

Her early years in Argentina exposed Giulia to the music that firmly embedded itself in her subconscious and went on to influence her later writing and recording style. Running in parallel to her musical exploits, 2015 also sees Giulia don the fashion mantel as she launches her debut fashion collection in partnership with Anna Sammarone. Bold lines, stunning fabrics and creative twists bring a gorgeous and inspiring fashion collection under the guiding hand of Giulia, who learnt the trade from her mother.

Giulia took time out of her increasingly busy schedule to talk to UK Women about her music and fashion line.

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WHO OR WHAT ARE YOUR MAIN MUSICAL INFLUENCES? As an artist I am influenced or inspired by many things. I fell in love with country rock and soul music – such as Shania Twain, Etta James, Jonny Cash and Elvis – who I still listen to every day.

In my teens I was inspired by bands such as Aerosmith and Lynyrd Skynyrd and artists like Avril Lavigne WHY COUNTRY ROCK? WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT THIS GENRE? I love every type of music honestly - good music is good music, but there's something about country, I just can't explain it - it represents me better than anything and when I hear that music I feel things that I don't feel with any other type of music. Country music can be fun, rockish, sentimental and sad all at once.

WHAT WAS IT LIKE SUPPORTING ANASTACIA? Opening for Anastacia was super exciting!

Being able to perform to that type of crowd was amazing. They were so supportive. Anastacia is such an incredible singer and performer and I learnt so much just by watching her on stage. I was so lucky to be able to do this. We rehearsed a lot as we wanted to sound great and not upset any of her fans!

TELL ME ABOUT YOUR INTEREST IN FASHION AND COLLABORATION WITH ANNA SAMMARONE I always have been interested in fashion - it’s an art form as well as another way to express yourself, I'm not obsessed with it but I like it a lot! My collaboration with Anna is very simple; my mum used to work with her and truly believes in her as do I, so we thought why not try something together? Let’s build a project, let’s be partners and try to make it together!

And now we are 50/50 partners in launching her collections.

WHO OR WHAT ARE YOUR BIGGEST FASHION INFLUENCES? I don’t have precise fashion influences! I like people’s minds, so I guess I like it when people dress depending on their personality - that’s what you call style! I like it when people are a little daring and wear things they want just because they feel like it! People who are not afraid of expressing themselves; of course you have to feel good about yourself, so as long as it makes you feel good and happy - that’s the right look!

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT THE UK? ANY PARTICULAR MUSICAL OR FASHION INFLUENCES THAT EMANATE FROM HERE? What I love about the UK is the craziness of the people, I mean compared to Italians - they do what they feel like doing, and that’s the same with fashion; they don't follow a precise fashion style or order, they just wake up in the morning and wear what they feel like! Sometimes it’s a big fashion crime! But usually it’s fun and very creative. I also find that English men can be very elegant! England can be very formal in some ways so that is apparent in a lot of fashion.

Items pictured from Anna Sammarone's Spring/ Summer Collection 2015.

For details of Giulia and Anna’s fashion line visit www.annasammarone.com

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New Forest based Somers House Designs offers interior design of exceptional quality to those who are looking to create truly bespoke and luxurious spaces Somers House Designs is a full service interior design company located in Ringwood. Based in the beautiful Grade II listed building known as Manor Hatch, it houses both a stunning furniture showroom and an extensive library of fabrics and wall coverings.

Covering both the domestic and commercial markets, commissions can

be fulfilled locally as well as across the UK and Europe. With a commitment to delivering exceptional interior design to clients as well as procuring the best furnishings from around the world, the Somers House team work with an extensive network of craftspeople, artisans and manufacturers to make their clients' aspirations a reality.

Somers House are able to act as project manager and will manage all trade responsible for delivering an exceptional high quality service to their clientele. Overseeing projects through all phases from mood boards, sketches and CAD design if required, to the finishing touches.

If you are looking for a blind in the kitchen, curtains with all the whistles or a complete refurbishment, Somers House Designs can accommodate each individual’s specialist needs.

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Somers House Designs Manor Hatch 63 Southampton Road Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 1HE

JUST SOME OF THE NAMES FEATURED IN THE SOMERS HOUSE COLLECTIONS…

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Opening times: Monday-Friday 10am-5pm Saturday - 10am-4pm Out of hours – By appointment Tel: 01425 837322 www.somershousedesigns.co.uk Enquiries: mail@somershousedesigns.co.uk

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FOOD

SIMPLE SUPPERS After a busy day at work there is nothing more grounding than a delicious meal that’s effortless to prepare.

Nasreen El-Mariesh points us in the right direction

Photos: Rebecca Smale Photography

WE’VE ALL BEEN THERE; RUSHING AROUND ALL DAY WITHOUT GIVING DINNER A SECOND THOUGHT WHEN SUDDENLY THE TIME COMES ROUND AND YOUR MIND GOES BLANK. LUCKILY WITH A QUICK STOP FOR ONE OR TWO FRESH INGREDIENTS AND SOME STORE CUPBOARD ESSENTIALS YOU CAN WHIP UP A SUPPER TO SATISFY ANY APPETITE. THESE ARE MY EASY GO-TO MEALS FOR JUST THAT. MIDDLE EASTERN INSPIRED SPICED LAMB WITH BORLOTTI BEAN MASH (SERVES 2) With a rolling pin or mallet flatten the flesh of 4 lamb chops and rub with ground cumin, salt and a touch of ground cinnamon. Heat a frying pan or griddle until smoking hot and dry fry for four minutes on each side. In a saucepan gently fry 1 crushed garlic clove until golden, add a tin of borlotti beans, with a splash of the brine (reserve the remaining liquid). Once hot simply mash the beans, adding more brine and oil to achieve a smooth consistency. Season and serve with the lamb, wilted spinach and lemon wedges.

SPANISH STYLE CHICKEN AND CHORIZO WITH SWEET POTATOES (SERVES 4) This is a low effort, high reward recipe that never fails to impress. Best of all it’s all cooked in the oven in one tray.

Perfect for feeding a hungry brood or impromptu entertaining.

4 chicken thighs and 4 drumsticks skin on 250g chorizo sausage (raw or cured) chopped 4-5 small red onions quartered 6 sweet potatoes chopped into large chunks A handful of olives 6 garlic cloves smashed with skin on Juice and zest of 1 orange 1 tablespoon of dried oregano A splash of dry sherry A large glug of olive oil Mix all the ingredients together in a baking tray. Season with salt and bake in a hot oven (180°C) for 45 minutes until the chicken is crispy and the sweet potatoes are sticky. Serve with green salad and ciabatta bread.

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SEAFOOD SPAGHETTI THREE WAYS (75-100G DRIED SPAGHETTI PER PERSON) Pasta is a great option for when you need a speedy and satisfying meal. These easy sauces can be knocked up in minutes whilst your spaghetti cooks. The guidelines are for two servings, simply scale the quantity depending on how many mouths you are feeding.

Lemony prawn and courgette

Chilli fruit des mer

In a saucepan gently soften 2-3 diced shallots in olive oil. Turn up the heat and add one large grated courgette, frying for 2 minutes. Add a bag of frozen raw king prawns cooking until pink. Stir into the pasta, top with grated zest of ½ lemon, and a generous dusting of fresh parmesan.

Over a low heat fry 2 crushed garlic cloves and a diced red chilli in a large glug of olive oil. Add a dozen cherry tomatoes sliced in half, some chopped spring onion and a splash of white wine, then turn up the heat to medium. When bubbling, add a bag of frozen fruit de mer mix, stirring until cooked through.

Finally sprinkle over some torn fresh basil and mix in the pasta.

Puttanesca Melt 6 salted anchovy fillets in olive oil over a low heat with 2-3 grated garlic cloves. Add 1 diced fresh and ½ teaspoon dried red chilli flakes, 1 tin of chopped tomatoes, a spoonful of capers and black olives. On a medium heat cook for 5 minutes, then stir through a tin of tuna and some chopped fresh parsley before adding your pasta.

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Here are a few snippets that you might find of interest...

The UK’s 1st Wibit Sports Aqua Park Measuring 40 metres long the New Forest’s floating, inflatable, sports ‘Aqua Park’ is now open. The Wibit inflatable offers the opportunity to let off steam in the beautiful surroundings of the New Forest in a stunning lake.

The inflatable has two trampolines, flippers, slides, hurdles, rockers and rollers, an overhang climbing wall, a swing, a giant iceberg and more.

All ages from six years onwards are welcome and sessions last for one hour.

To find out more visit www.newforestwaterpark.co.uk

Keshet looking for contestants for TV programme to be shown on ITVBe ITVBe has commissioned 10 episodes of Keshet UK’s brand new dating format When Do You Get Off? Most people spend approximately a third of their lives at work and a person’s chosen career can say a lot about them: are they brave, athletic, creative, altruistic or pedantic? Are they power crazed or demanding? In this series, one lonely-heart will date four potential suitors at their workplace - be they a baker, dentist, banker or zoo keeper - to learn what they might really be like as a partner and in the hope of finding love. After two full days of dating on the job, the singleton will decide which one they like best and meet them when they get off work.

Simon Shalgosky, Head of Development at Keshet UK, said “It’s really exciting to see this idea come to life.

When Do You Get Off? is a fun, unique format that takes dating into a whole new area, revealing a side of a person that potential partners rarely get to see.” When Do You Get Off? will air later this year on ITVBe. www.itv.com/be Contestants interested in applying can email the team at ukcasting@keshet-tv.com

Groove Om - Bournemouth's first pop up Yoga Disco Yoga, music and lights combine to offer an alternative night out, totally guilt free - a chance to collectively stretch, breathe and move to an uplifting dance music playlist with atmospheric lighting, creating a hangover-free disco style experience. Groove Om was set up by Yoga teacher, Pip Taverner. Pip likes to celebrate the lighter side of yoga as a gateway for all to get involved.

The 1.5 hour yoga session starts with an invigorating warm up moving into a dynamic fun Vinyasa yoga sequence and finishes with a long ambient chill out.

After the class there is an opportunity to mingle with fellow yogis and enjoy a mocktail. A sense of fun is essential, leg warmers and spangly leotards optional but very welcome! This event is suitable for all levels, beginners welcome. www.grooveom.com

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MoonWalk 2015 The team behind UK Women and some of their good friends took part in this year’s MoonWalk in aid of Walk the Walk supporting UK breast cancer charities. On Saturday 16th May the team began their epic walk at midnight finishing the marathon trail around 9am the following morning. It definitely wasn’t ‘a walk in the park’ but well worth the effort with the team collectively raising well over £1,000.

If you would like to find out more or consider participating in next year’s MoonWalk visit: www.walkthewalk.org

How’s your Online Networking?

Whilst social media as an Internet phenomenon is still relatively new to us - Facebook doesn't reach its 10th birthday as a public social network until September 2016 - the idea of networking socially has been around ever since the first handshake. Aristotle, the Greek philosopher, said, “Man is by nature a social animal”. We thrive through social interaction and our development as individuals (and consequently business) is shaped within the society we live.

But what about the way that ‘social’ works in the online world from a business perspective? Whilst many businesses would describe themselves as on social media, what does that mean and does the way businesses do social media, authentically reflect how social interaction works in the offline world?

It’s sad but true to say, that the actions of many businesses in social media today are more about social broadcast than social networking. They are focused on marketing their wares but sadly ignorant of those around them. In many cases all they are doing is adding to the noise, not engaging in a conversation with potential customers.

So how’s your online networking? Is it social?

Cracking Media is a digital marketing consultancy and services company based in Dorset, visit: crackingmedia.com or call 01202 532522

Support for parents of stillborn babies The 4Louis charity was set up after Paul Taft’s boss’s daughter gave birth to a stillborn baby boy Louis. Subsequently Paul with his friend Phil Barker formed a group called Walk4Louis as a subsidiary of the charity. On 27 June Paul, Phil and friends will begin their 150 mile charity walk from Liverpool Anfield Gates and finish at Tamworth on 4 July. They are raising funds for the charity, which provides keepsake memory boxes to over 120 hospitals across the UK for bereaved parents of stillborn and neonatal babies.

Since Walk4louis was formed in 2010 the group have raised over £25,000 for 4Louis. This year the team have a target of £3,000.

If you would like to find out more visit www.4louis.co.uk.

To make a donation: www.justgiving.com/walk4louis6/ or text AWFL75 £5 to 70070

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Abu Dhabi is a stunningly beautiful destination, offering a fantastic balance of authentic Arabian character and cosmopolitan glamour. Grand domes and eye-catching arches are a feature of the architecture, with the scintillating white buildings contrasting beautifully with the cloudless blue skies and warm shallow waters. While you’re in Abu Dhabi, you won’t want to miss the chance to visit the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, or the staggering scale of the Emirates Palace. For a more thrilling Abu Dhabi experience, look no further than Ferrari World Abu Dhabi – home of the world’s fastest rollercoaster.

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ABU DHABI desert surrounds. Whatever your interests, there’s plenty to love about Abu Dhabi!

Resplendent in classic Venetian and Bedouin styling, the five star RitzCarlton Abu Dhabi uses its waterside location to incredible effect, with Al Maqta creek mirroring the Grand Canal.

The Venetian elegance contrasts beautifully with the iconic domes and minarets of the neighbouring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Explore the landscaped gardens with opulent fountains, or treat yourself to an indulgent moment at the ESPA Spa. Dining is always a pleasure, with a fantastic choice of cuisines from across the world. Your luxuriously appointed

Deluxe Room is furnished to the highest standards, with breathtaking views and an attention to detail which is sure to amaze. With this offer, you’ll be flying with Etihad – named ‘World’s Leading Airline’ at the World Travel Awards every single year from 2009!

You’ve also got the opportunity to upgrade your Economy flight to Etihad’s ground-breaking Business Class, with lie-flat seats of up to 80.5 inches, complimentary chaffeur service, access to an exclusive Business class lounge in Abu Dhabi at Terminal 3 plus the Arrivals Lounge in Abu Dhabi which gives you the chance to freshen up after your flight with a shower or light refreshments, world class dining and impeccable personal service. Expect

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Sandbanks is a small peninsula that is home to some of the most expensive land and property in Britain. A long and beautiful beach stretches out from Sandbanks surrounding a shallow bay. It has been awarded the coveted ‘European Blue Flag’ award, the criteria of which includes environmental concerns and management, water quality, as well as safety and services. The beach is renowned by locals for its cleanliness and crystal clear sea waters. The waters of the beach are also very shallow and ideal for families to bathe in and the area is also something of a mecca for water sports’ fans, particularly windsurfers.

It is without doubt the English Riviera and is the destination of dreams if you like the finer things in life such as unspoilt natural beauty, top restaurants and a vibrant, happy atmosphere

The famous chain ferry is a popular mode of transport in Sandbanks as it rolls back and forth between the peninsula and the beautiful beaches of Studland. The ferry gives almost instant access to the gorgeous Purbecks and it is even worth taking a trip on the chain ferry just for a perfect view of the harbour.

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The Sandbanks peninsula is the residence of several big names and attracts a high-end luxury and, some would say, hedonistic lifestyle. It is without doubt the English Riviera and is the destination of dreams if you like the finer things in life such as unspoilt natural beauty, top restaurants and a vibrant, happy atmosphere. If you are visiting the south coast it is a place that you should stop to pause and take in the view.

Sandbanks offers a range of top hotels for your stay including the FJB trio of the Haven Hotel, Sandbanks Hotel and Harbour Heights Hotel – each offering panoramic views set in premium locations. Sandbanks also contains a vast range of rental properties and apartments, for those who prefer self-catering. The views across the bay are uniquely stunning and on a sunny day there is definitely a feeling that you could be anywhere in the world. www.fjbhotels.co.uk

One thing that Sandbanks is not short on is restaurants and cafés with breath-taking views offering fresh fish, mussels and other lush freshly sourced produce. Nearby Branksome Beach Restaurant originated in 1930s and originally housed the UK’s first solarium. The original building’s colourful ceramic plaque is still displayed above the door. www.branksomebeach.co.uk The thematic Jazz Café is set in the heart of Sandbanks and offers an ambient chilled vibe with immediate access to the beach. It also welcomes wellbehaved dogs on leads. It serves ‘home-cooked’ meals with regular entertainment from the Jazz Café’s house band. www.jazzcafesandbanks.co.uk Each summer Sandbanks is host to the Asahi Beach Polo Championships attracting top competitors from around the country for a festival of polo, champagne and partying on the beach. This year’s event takes place from 11th to 15th July. For further details visit www.sandpolo.com

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SOARING WITH SOLAR If you are looking at ways to reduce your impact on the environment a solar panel system offers significant benefits With green and environmental concerns increasingly preoccupying people’s minds consumers are becoming more aware of where their energy supply comes from. At the same time they are considering ways that they can still receive an adequate supply of electricity with less environmental impact.

Our most obvious source of free energy supply is the sun - hence the rising popularity of solar panels. Solar panels on a building capture the sun’s energy using something called Photovoltaic Cells (PV). Without getting too technical PV was discovered by the young French physicist Alexandre-Edmund Becquerel in 1839 and it is the process by which a solar (sun) cell converts sunlight into electricity.

Solar panels secure the sun's energy using PV cells. These cells are able to

operate without direct sunlight – so even on a dull, cloudy day electricity is still generated. The sunlight that is converted into electricity can be used to run household appliances and lighting.

There are many benefits to using a solar panel system – not only does it offer a sustainable source of renewable energy, it can also reduce electricity bills – after all sunlight is one of the few free resources – so once the installation of the solar panels has been paid for consumers will find a very welcome reduction in their bills. The UK government also operates a Feedin-Tariff scheme which pays the user for the electricity the system generates.

Users can also sell electricity back to the grid through the Feed-In-Tariff. Large energy suppliers are required by law to make Feed-in Tariff payments to the customer and some smaller suppliers are opting in to this scheme.

Consumers can also cut their carbon footprint significantly as solar energy doesn’t release any harmful carbon dioxides or pollutants into the atmosphere. So over the course of a year a solar panel system, installed in the home, could save almost two tonnes of carbon dioxide being released into the environment. And further good news is that solar panel systems have a long lifespan. Typically manufacturers will offer a 25 year warranty, although some systems have been known to perform in excess of 45 years.

In southern England a 4kWp solar electricity generating system (which is the typical requirement for a household’s annual electricity needs) can create around 3,800 kilowatt hours of electricity a year (this varies in

If you are thinking of purchasing solar panels, and want to benefit from the Feedin-Tariff scheme, you must ensure that both the products and the company that you use to install them are certified under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) - so do check this out when making a purchasing decision. different areas). The average domestic solar PV costs around £5,000 - £8,000 (including VAT at five per cent).

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CAR REVIEW

DISCO FEVER The launch of a new Land Rover almost has a touch of the Lion King about it. Born to a ruling family with a proud heritage, the new Discovery Sport is just such a special newborn.

Effectively replacing the ageing, but popular Freelander in the range, the Sport is everything you'd expect from a Land Rover and more.

It’s claimed to be ‘the world's most versatile and capable premium compact SUV’ and I wouldn't argue with that.

Initially only available with the one engine - a 2.2-litre 188bhp diesel - I drove manual and automatic versions of the new ‘Disco’ and my only quibble is over its name. Why call it the Sport?

Yes, it shifts pretty well for a car not far off two tonnes, reaching 0-62mph in 8.4 seconds with a top speed of 117mph, but it doesn't quite have the looks or performance to compare with its posh big brother, the Range Rover Sport, for instance.

That said, the Discovery Sport is a fine 4x4 and will have the likes of the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and Volvo CX60 quaking in their wellie boots.

It's not just an attractive car, it's cleverly designed and engineered too. Minimum overhang front and rear means it's very capable off-road, while the interior packaging is ground-breaking.

Not only does it ooze space, there's the commanding driving position you'd expect, while the materials used are a fine balance between practicality and comfort.

The Discovery Sport also has a party trick up its sleeve which sets it apart from the opposition.

It's a genuine 5 + 2, possessing a third row of seats, which are not just for occasional use by children under five, but perfectly useable by adults too.

I'm a fraction under six foot and - once I'd clambered in - I could sit in the seats comfortably, but if you want more legroom, the second row bench seat is on rails and can be pushed forward. Yes, you lose a little of the limo-like space at the rear, but it's a small price to pay for that versatility now and again.

I tried the Sport on a mixture of roads and a motorway and it drives well. The ride is smooth and not too firm, and good though the six-speed manual is, most buyers will choose the slick nine-speed (yes, nine-speed!) automatic.

The launch engine isn't the most economical or green in its class, but more efficient units are expected later in 2015.

Land Rover claims the current diesel will deliver around 4446mpg, emitting 162g/km of CO2.

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Gareth Herincx gets to grips with the Discovery Sport - the new ‘baby’ Land Rover

The interior has a quality feel and all the kit you'd expect in a premium SUV including a new eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system which controls all the usual suspects including the radio, car data and smartphone connectivity.

There are plenty of storage spaces and with the third row of seats folded down, the boot boasts a healthy 981-litre capacity. Fold the second row flat and the available space rises to a cavernous 1,698 litres.

I also took the Sport off-road at Land Rover's proving ground in Warwickshire and it coped effortlessly with everything thrown at it, shrugging off steep gradients, mud, rocks and rivers. The Sport uses a Terrain Response system, leaving the driver to select the right set-up for different conditions such as Snow, Mud and Sand. In addition, there's Hill Descent Control, Traction Control and Stability Control.

It also features driver aids and safety systems including automatic emergency braking which uses a digital stereo camera mounted next to the rear view mirror to detect objects that could pose a collision threat, delivering warnings and automatically applying the brakes if a collision is imminent.

The emergency braking was one of the factors that helped the Sport gain a maximum five star safety rating from Euro NCAP. Summary: Competitively priced from £32,395 - £42,995, the versatile new Discovery Sport is a fine addition to the Land Rover range. Well built, safe, beautifully engineered and designed, it's a pleasure to drive as an everyday car, whilst also being highly capable off-road.

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MALLAMS RESTAURANT, Weymouth

Mallams Restaurant is tucked away on the famous and beautiful Weymouth quay.

The property blends into the historic seafaring town and enjoys fabulous views over the harbour and the bright colours of the houses and fishing boats.

Mallams is an unassuming grade two listed building which, as you enter the small door, opens up into light, friendly and very welcoming eatery.

Steve and Janice, who incidentally have just celebrated their 25th year of very successful business at Mallams, have maintained and continue to do so a level of excellence continually delivering delightful dishes and great service.

You may be surprised to know that Mallams is known locally for its excellent cocktail menu including the Ben and Rita cocktail. This was designed in celebration of Sir Ben Ainsley’s Gold medal win in the local water at Weymouth in the 2012 Olympics.

Like any great restaurant the combination of old favourites such as black mussels and excitingly majestic combinations such as Lyme Bay scallops with black pudding topped off with crispy bacon make the joy of eating here a true delight.

However, if your palate would rather head towards landed food then the Jurassic coast provides excellent lamb and beef all perfectly and delicately

combined in a number of dishes to compare to any of Mallams’ fish masterpieces.

To accompany any food an excellent wine list is essential and Steve and Janice do not disappoint. They supply wines from home and abroad, from Devon to Spain but still do not forget the non-drinkers with a delicious combination of non- alcoholic beverages.

As a surprising addition Mallams has a spacious holiday apartment that looks over the harbour waters and offers a perfect base to explore the town and surrounding area.

So if you are looking for excellent food, a delightful outlook and a very warm and friendly welcome, you can do no better than Mallams. Food for thought, this is a restaurant that has been very successful and in the same hands for 25 years. Only constant vigilance and care over all they do can achieve that.

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