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CONTENTS
30 Home & Garden
Go mad this march with these playful pieces that will put a spring in your step
48 First steps
Is preschool beneficial for your child’s development? Lia Desai looks at the importance of early years care and education
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We crack open the best Easter eggs
52 Give them a flying start
Put your children on the road to success with the help of these educational establishments
54 Top of the chocs 2018
Our eggs-pert panel share their top treats for Easter. Tuck in...
56 Fashion
Brighten up your wardrobe for the new season with the help of these local boutiques
60 Beauty
Catch the buzz and treat yourself to these bee-based beauty products
68 Westside Heroes
Roundabout are raising vital funds by hosting a race to Monte Carlo. Rachel Martin looks at the vital work the Sheffield charity do
70 The Diary
A monthly guide to the best of what’s happening around the Westside region
78 Just the tonic
Is there a drink more ‘in’, than gin? To
celebrate the nation’s favourite tipple, The Gin Society are holding a festival in Sheffield on 9-10 march. Here’s what’s in store...
84 Meet the Chef
Hard work is high on the agenda for these local chefs. Rachel Martin finds out the secret to their success
79 Eating Out
We drink/dine at Kettle Black, Tickled Trout, West 10, Tapton Hall, Samuel Fox Country Inn, Rossi’s and The Mediterranean
106 Gnome
Have you been caught on camera?
80 Strictly come dining!
112 Motoring
There’s a new look to the 2018 Westside Restaurant & Bar Awards – and we need your help
Special editions and luxury SUVs are the order of the day for Jordan Cutforth
82 Young Chef of the Year
FRONT COVER: Westbourne School has been named ‘leading school in Sheffield and seventh nationwide’ by the Sunday Times School Guide 2018. See page 51 for more
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The original Beauchief building is to be sympathetically converted into six fabulous, two-bedroom apartments
A statement in luxury living
NEW LEASE OF LIFE FOR THE BEAUCHIEF HOTEL.
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“Once completed, the Beauchief development will be the epitome of luxury. Brantingham Homes have a strong vision of how to keep the Beauchief spirit alive, and we are enjoying working closely with them to help bring these beautiful properties to market.” Full-height windows overlooking the River Sheaf
Westbourne Manor, a previous Brantingham restoration
Luxury housing
ne of Sheffield’s most iconic buildings is set to be given a new lease of life and will be restored to create 30 new homes on the site. Beauchief Hotel, situated on Abbeydale Road South, will be lovingly transformed into housing by developers Brantingham Homes and will be marketed by Redbrik Estate Agents. The former hotel, originally built in 1900 as the Abbeydale Station Hotel, shut its doors to customers on New Year’s Eve 2015 and has remained closed ever since. Now, the land and property are set to be repurposed bringing much-needed homes to the area, comprising of 18 apartments and 12 detached family houses, all set within a gated entrance that epitomises the site branding – a statement in luxury living. The original Beauchief building is to be sympathetically converted into six fabulous, two-bedroom apartments. Each of the individually designed conversions are generously proportioned (between 915 to 990 sq. ft.) and will be finished to a high specification throughout. They will all feature luxury bathrooms and bespoke kitchens with fully integrated appliances and open-plan living spaces. To the rear of the original Beauchief Hotel will be 12 newly built apartments, which will feature contemporary styling and Juliet balconies. These will have the same luxurious
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feel, as well as floor to ceiling windows with views overlooking the River Sheaf and ensuite bedrooms. Each of the apartments will have allocated parking and lift access to all levels. The new build apartments will start at £270,000, and the converted apartments in the former hotel will start at £370,000. There will also be 12 stunning new detached modern family houses, set across three and four levels, offering a mix of four and five bedrooms. Each of the substantial properties will feature garages and landscaped gardens. The developer, Brantingham Homes, has a rich history in property conversion in the local area. Some of their previous projects include the transformation of the Church at School Lane in Crookes, as well as the restoration of Westbourne Manor in Broomhill, where they compassionately restored the building to retain many of the original features. The Brantingham team has also worked on several apartment conversion projects in the city. In 2006, Brantingham acquired the old Ashton Works site on Upper Allen Street in the St. Vincent Quarter. The derelict block has been lovingly transformed into 20 warehouse style apartments, keeping the large windows, exposed brickwork, and original steel beams. A representative from Brantingham Homes, said: “The Beauchief is an inspiring
restoration project for us and we’re focused on keeping as many of the original features as we can, preserving the history of the building is at the forefront of our minds. “Redbrik have been instrumental in helping us create a fantastic development. working with us to create layouts that our future homeowners will love and with their unique brand of marketing and local area expertise, they will undoubtedly find the perfect buyers for these truly amazing homes.” Peter Lee, director at Redbrik, added: “Once completed, the Beauchief development will be the epitome of luxury. Brantingham Homes have a strong vision of how to keep the Beauchief spirit alive, and we are enjoying working closely with them to help bring these beautiful properties to market.” For all enquiries, please contact Redbrik on 0114 399 0567.
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PROMOTION
Quality made to order DAVD J MARTIN’S BEAUTIFUL BESPOKE FURNITURE COMBINES CRAFTSMANSHIP AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL. n these days of mass produced furniture, it’s good to know there is a well-established business dedicated to creating beautiful bespoke, handmade pieces for your kitchen, bedroom, study or lounge. Not only does David J Martin have a stunning showroom, customers are also amazed to find their huge on-site workshop on the bottom floor, meaning everything is done in-house, enabling owner David to guarantee high quality at every stage of the process. There’s a team of eight, highly trained carpenters working on kitchen cabinets and islands, bedroom furniture including wardrobes, desks and study furniture, each one made unique to order. David himself is a carpenter by trade, training for years before completing a degree in the subject. He ensures his staff are trained to the highest standard, resulting in the finest quality products. “Our attention to detail is second to none and this makes us stand out from the crowd,” said David. “We are not held to ransom by mass-produced products as we make everything from scratch – even down to making our own cutters for producing mouldings.” This means you can add to your kitchen in years to come and the company will still be able to match the designs.
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In the David J Martin showroom, a stunning range of kitchens is on display, but the company also produces bespoke furniture for every room in the house. They cater to all styles, from traditional to modern handless kitchens, while cocktail cabinets are particularly on trend right now. After an initial customer consultation, when David will discuss budgets and offer expert design advice, the cabinetmakers work from plans drawn by David and create bespoke furniture, which can be sprayed to high gloss or satin finishes using durable Two Pac paint. David J Martin’s professional sprayer can apply any colour you wish in their paintspraying booth, giving a modern finish with no joins. That means water cannot seep in and cause peeling – something that can happen with vinyl-wrapped doors. For those customers undertaking full refurbishment of their home, David J Martin can provide a one-stop shop for structural, plumbing and electricity work, as well as building furniture. For David it’s all about creating a high quality customer experience, whether the job be big or small. One call to David J Martin could result in a stunning new extension, complete with kitchen, plumbing and electricity – David only employs the best tradesmen. In the company’s 37 years of trading, David
J Martin has built a superb reputation for customer satisfaction. The company is highly regarded for their customer and after-sales service, ensuring that every customer is a happy one and fixing any problems with their furniture, whether that be two weeks or ten years down the line. For more information, or to see what is on offer, call 0114 268 6718 or check out the website www.david-j-martin.co.uk.
David J Martin 210 Springvale Road, Sheffield, S6 3NU Tel: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk
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* The Best Estate Agent Guide 2018, supported by Rightmove. www.bestestateagentguide. co.uk †Rightmove Intel Sales Agreed Report, date range: 01-01-2017 to 31-12-2017 (Postcodes: S10 5, S10 4, S10 1, S10 3, S10 2, S17 3, S17 4, S8 0, S8 9, S8 8, S8 7, S7 1, S7 2, S18 8, S18 3, S18 1, S18 4, S2 5, S2 4, S2 1, S2 3, S2 2, S11 9, S11 7, S11 8)
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Where did Roger go? WHY, DESIGNER KITCHEN DIRECT OF COURSE, WHERE YOU’LL FIND THE FINEST QUALITY DESIGNER KITCHENS AT UNBEATABLE PRICES. oger Lownsborough set up his first kitchen business 40 years ago. 26 years later he retired. Recently he decided to buy a new kitchen... this is his story. “I’ve supplied a few kitchens in my time, so who would I go to when I wanted a new kitchen? To be fair there was quite a choice for me, but in the end I decided to speak to Dawn Rayner who had worked closely with me for many years, and who had most recently joined her daughter-in-law, Mary Major, in a new kitchen venture, Designer Kitchen Direct (DKD) on Junction Road, in Sheffield. Mary is a qualified designer, and I purposely resisted the temptation to interfere with what she suggested. I dare say there was a little anxiety on both parts to begin with, but I am pleased to say that Mary designed the kitchen and made her recommendations in a completely independent and professional manner, which actually made it easier for me to stick my oar in where I felt it was needed. More on budget than design, as it turned out! I have always stuck to quality of product, and DKD did not disappoint. The product is excellent and the optional internal fittings are of a superb standard. It was an added bonus that the fitter had also worked for me previously, and the tiler’s work was first class. It’s clear time has moved on and certainly
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in this case kitchen design and the installation process, which can occasionally be a lengthy nightmare, has moved on as well. Using the latest hi-tech equipment and with lessons learned from the past, delivering a first class service is not just an option. Everyone, including the granite suppliers, and the delivery drivers who were involved were nothing less than polite and helpful. So, that’s where I went, DKD. Wherever you are thinking of going why not swing by DKD first, tell them Roger Lownsbrough sent you.”
Designer Kitchen Direct Millennium House, 30 Junction Road, Sheffield, S11 8XB Tel: 0114 349 1454 www.designerkitchendirect.co.uk
THE DKD DIFFERENCE: • 40 years experience in designing and fitting kitchens • Fully qualified designers – two have degrees in interior architecture. • Our prices beat everyone else for this level of quality and finish – bespoke, designer, British-built rigid kitchens at mass distributor prices. • All cabinets and drawers will stand the test of time – 18 millimetre solid backs and sides, to hold them square and provide a firm base for the high quality doors. All detailing on the doors are hand crafted into the wood. • Our ranges are truly bespoke – any style or colour you desire, clever storage solutions, stunning worktop finishes and lighting designs for a unique look. • Free, no obligation advice. We can come out and measure up, draw plans, and work out cost options for your new kitchen working within any budget, whilst giving you the very best quality and finish. • Take the first step in creating your dream kitchen by calling into our showroom, or telephone us to book one of our designers for a free survey. They will then add life and inspiration to your ideas by creating a 3D walkthrough, assisting you in choosing colours, style and layout. • If you need any building work, to maximise or improve your space, DKD also have their own building team who can assess, quote and complete any necessary preparation work in readiness for your new kitchen.
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Craftsmen you can trust IS YOUR HOME IN NEED OF AN UPGRADE? BATHROOM SPECIALISTS DOBSON & CLARKE LTD THRIVE ON RECOMMENDATIONS. hen it comes to upgrading your bathroom it is important to find local craftsmen you can trust, and Dobson & Clarke Ltd is a firm with a proud tradition of providing excellence and expertise in this all-important aspect of turning a house into a gorgeous home. Kenneth Clarke and Keith Dobson started the business in 1975 and while both men have now retired the family line continues through Gary Clarke, who has worked there since 1991, becoming sole owner in 2007. He now trades as a limited company and is the company director. Gary says: “We take pride in the knowledge that all our team have stayed with the company since their initial apprenticeships started, and welcome newcomers Jordan and Dale to the team. “We hope that alongside Danny, Lewis, Harry and Mark they will grow with the company. Our team are widely respected and
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customers regularly comment on their professionalism, trustworthiness and friendly manner.” Dobson & Clarke Ltd have always thrived on word of mouth recommendations from satisfied customers and now specialise not only in bathroom installation, but also all types of upgrades and improvements from straightforward bathroom replacements to ultra-modern wet rooms to outside showers and jacuzzis. They can also take care of complete central heating requirements, from combination boilers to bespoke heating requirements, including larger house with multiple heating zones, and central heating maintenance. All joinery requirements, kitchen installation, building works, unvented hot water installations, solar installations and wood burners are also covered. Installations are done all year round, not only in homes but in a commercial
environment too such as pubs and hotels. Installing and servicing is also part of the service. Dobson & Clarke Ltd are also supporting landlords with gas safety certificates and checking appliances to keep track of the constantly changing laws on rental properties and they aim to advise all landlords accordingly, and supply a service at a good price. Quotes are free and all work is guaranteed, with boilers up to a ten-year guarantee. The office is open six days a week and Jo is contactable at any time in case of emergencies. Dobson & Clarke Ltd Tel: 07979 598401 www.dobsonandclarke.co.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Dobson-Clarke-Ltd-PlumbingHeatingBuilding-115128641909563/
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Cutting-edge kitchens KITCHEN CRAFT CREATE STUNNING, PRACTICAL SPACES WITH YOU IN MIND. CHECK OUT ONE OF THE REGION’S BIGGEST SHOWROOMS. itchen Craft have been setting the highest standards in innovative design and unrivalled customer service for over 30 years. Their new 1,500 square foot Sheffield showroom is one of the biggest in the area and ideally placed to serve all of Sheffield, Dronfield, Rotherham, Barnsley and South Yorkshire. The knowledgeable and friendly staff are happy to let you browse through the showroom, but are on hand to offer any advice or guidance should you need it. The expansive showroom boasts an industrial chic feel balanced with delicate touches throughout, and showcasing some of the very best in luxury fitted kitchens direct from their German manufacturing partner along with those manufactured bespoke in-house. Predominantly featuring in the display area are contemporary, cutting-edge kitchens which offer a seamless combination of elegance, durability and effortless functionality. State-of-the-art appliances from Neff and
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textures and finishes. And, they stock sinks and taps by leading German manufacturer Blanco along with the innovative Quooker range of boiling water taps, for instant boiling, hot or cold water which includes the Quooker Flex – the world’s first 100°C boiling-water tap, equipped with a flexible pull-out hose for hot, cold and filtered water. The company also offer the latest smart technology including the IFTTT and Home Connect apps which lets you control your appliances with your phone or tablet. So, whether you want to prepare a cup of coffee, check what’s in your fridge or turn the oven on – you’ll be in complete control. Kitchen Craft create stunning, practical kitchens with you in mind. Give them a call today or visit one of their showrooms to discover your perfect kitchen. Kitchen Craft Sheffield 835a Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8TH Tel: 0114 266 3663 Kitchen Craft Chesterfield Warwick Street Industrial Estate, Storforth Lane, Chesterfield, S40 2TT Tel: 01246 200517 www.kitchencraftdesign.co.uk /kitchencraftdesign
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These quality textured fine art prints are made to order and created to your specification and size to fit any space. £25 from www.loladesignltd.com.
This whiskey water jug will be the talk of your social gatherings this spring. Matching glasses are also available. £67 from www.athomeinthecountry.co.uk.
HARE TODAY! GO MAD THIS MARCH WITH THESE PLAYFUL PIECES THAT WILL PUT A SPRING IN YOUR STEP, WRITES PHOEBE SEYMOUR n recent months, we’ve noticed a number of hare motifs hopping their way onto the high street, and with spring finally here, there’s never been a better time to embrace this trend. Illustrated hares in neutral tones fit in perfectly with a country theme, and there are plenty of pieces of quaint kitchen ware out there at the moment, including coffee and tea tins, teapots and mugs. You’ll also find many items to add a whimsical touch to any living room. Opt for traditional, realistic-looking figures or add a splash of colour with a gorgeous piece of artwork or playful lampshade. Whatever mood you want to set in your home this spring, make sure you hop onto this trend that’s sure to stand the test of time.
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This cute hare door stop is both decorative and practical, and will liven up any room. £33 from www.sophieallport.com.
These storage tins will make a stylish statement in a country kitchen. £8 from www.sophieallport.com. Every tea party needs a March Hare and this handmade English teapot is just the thing to play the part. £29.95 from www.in-spaces.com. 30 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
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This countryside print in subdued teal-grey would add charm to a living room or child's bedroom. £51.25 www.lushlampshades.co.uk.
This gorgeous Gillian Kyle cushion will add character, colour and style to your sofa or chairs. £29.95 from www.gilliankyle.com.
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Evoking scenes of Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit being chased around Mr McGregor’s garden, this mug is from of a quintessentially British ceramic collection. £12.95 from www.annabeljames.co.uk.
This antique silver lamp will add a whimsical touch to a study or living space. £165 from www.alexanderandpearl.co.uk.
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WHATEVER THE PROJECT, LISA FOSTER CAN HELP YOU TO CREATE THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS.
Better by design isa Foster has created an interior design company that is respected and admired in the design world. With an approachable attitude, friendly personality and love for perfection she will treat your home with pride. Trading for 18 years, Lisa Foster Design understands that each room needs to be personalised and tailored to fit your lifestyle. So whether you are looking for new curtains to complement your living room, or are doing a full refurbishment, Lisa Foster Design will be able to make a statement in style. Lisa and her skilled team of contractors provide a high quality bespoke service, covering everything from the design consultancy to achieving your dream home. All their furnishings are tailor-made in Yorkshire by highly experienced furniture makers therefore everything you receive is of the highest standard.
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Got your own contractors lined-up? The team are more than happy to work closely with companies to reform your home. Home is the most important place and Lisa ensures that she brings your personality alive throughout. Priding themselves on delivering excellence whether it’s a single room re-upholstery, window treatments or turn-key projects. The team are on hand to create and produce stunning bespoke pieces which will be the heart of your home. Whether the project is residential or commercial, Lisa and her team will always go that extra mile – their passion and enthusiasm means every individual client receives unbeatable service. Visit their website or give Lisa a call today and see how they can help transform your home. Everyone needs a touch of glamour.
Lisa Foster Design Danum House, 6A South Parade, Doncaster Tel: 07971 467770 www.lisafosterdesign.co.uk
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CHATSWORTH FIREPLACE AND STOVE CENTRE UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
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Will Month April 2018 Will Month is a partnership between St Luke’s and local solicitors across the city. Our partner solicitors will draw up a basic Will for you, and invite you to make a donation towards our care instead of them receiving payment for the service.
Make a Will for less and support St Luke’s. Book now to avoid disappointment!
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Milano Contour in Rose and Jelly Bean
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Let us bring a breath of clean air into your home REMEMBER: If Killis haven’t got it and we can’t source it, it won’t have been made yet!
Mercedes Ovation • Light and easy to use, very powerful to clean • Filters to 99.97% clean air • Heavy duty energy efficient 1000W motor • On board tool storage • 9m rewind power cable
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Star Upholstery WHERE THE CHOICE IS YOURS
SPRAY FINISHERS SPRAY PAINTERS FRENCH POLISHERS FURNITURE RESTORATION CABINET MAKERS We re-polish all types of furniture including: Tables, Dining Room Furniture, Cabinets, Bedroom Furniture Also interior Doors, Kitchens and more
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• Re-upholstery • Custom-made new suites & chairs • Loose covers
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Swift Gas, your local gas and central heating engineers. We provide boiler repairs, annual servicing and full installations for Sheffield and the surrounding areas. We are Gas safe registered and are here to deliver the services you need to keep your gas appliances running smoothly, whether in your home or rented accommodation for landlord properties. If your boiler is not running or your radiators are cold, call the experts at Swift Gas for a local, honest opinion all at a price you can afford.
Based in S6 We live in Stannington and are passionate about our local area and beautiful countryside.
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For Sale or Rent Prestigious office building in much sought-after district of South West Sheffield Unit 5 Broadfield Court, Broadfield Business Park, Sheffield S8 0XF 7000 sq ft of fully configured space on two floors plus car parking. Available from July 1st 2018. To arrange a viewing or for more details contact John Murphy or Martin Edwards on 0114 2506300. john.murphy@rmcmedia.co.uk martin.edwards@rmcmedia.co.uk
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First steps IS PRESCHOOL BENEFICIAL FOR YOUR CHILD’S DEVELOPMENT? LIA DESAI LOOKS AT THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY YEARS CARE AND EDUCATION. ropping your little one off at nursery for the first time might seem like a daunting experience. Many parents wonder if investing in a quality preschool is even worth it. Would it be better to stay at home with your child during these formative years? With Princess Charlotte of Cambridge having recently started school in a blaze of publicity, and apparently already well on the way to being bilingual at the age of two; it’s worth discussing the benefits of nursery school. The little Royal’s preschool says it focuses on providing a fun, structured environment where children are encouraged to read, write and understand numbers – with minimum pressure. Willcocks Nursery, in leafy Kensington, is also known to focus on emotional values and building confidence. But you don’t have to be fourth in line to the throne to benefit from early learning. More forward-thinking preschools are now offering academic teaching. Nursery allows
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young children the chance to gain new skills, experiences and friendships for the first time. Developing social skills:
Firstly, the structured setting of preschool is an opportunity for children to learn how to follow instructions and develop socially. Raising their hands, taking turns and sharing will help them become more thoughtful individuals. They are taught to respect others, solve problems and comprise with their peers. They grow emotionally too – by playing with other children and gaining confidence, they achieve a sense of self-worth and learn to take care of themselves and others. Preparing them for academic education:
As well as social growth, nurseries provide a foundation for academic learning. From their ABCs to their 123s, children are prepared for the demands of school by practising premaths and literacy skills through a variety of activities. While they’re building toys and
playing shopkeepers, they’re actually acquiring transferrable life skills. Furthermore, preschool is an opportunity for children to explore, converse and find answers to their endless array of questions. They can speak to their teachers and develop relationships with their peers. This promotes language and cognitive skills. Future prospects:
Studies have found that “at-risk” children, who don’t receive good nursery education, struggle more in later life. They are 25 per cent more likely to drop out of high school and 60 per cent probably won’t go to college. It also claims that 40 per cent are more likely to become a teen parent and 70 per cent of at-risk children are more likely to be arrested for a violent crime. Scary stuff! So next time you get emotional about saying goodbye at the school gates just remember, you are giving the little darlings a huge leg-up in life.
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Open all year 7.30am-6.30pm Morning, afternoon and whole day sessions available Free FEL sessions for 3 and 4 year olds
Our aim is to provide the highest possible education and care with excellent facilities, offering parents a wide choice of provision with Out of School and Holiday Clubs for ages up to 11 years.
After school club for 4-11 years olds collecting from Greystones Primary School and Hunter’s Bar Schools • Stunning setting overlooking Endcliffe Park • Well qualified staff including qualified teachers • Children’s yoga and drama provision • Balanced nutritious meals • Strong focus on the outdoors, making early connections with nature, fresh air, exercise and good food.
OPEN ALL YEAR 7.30am - 6.30pm
FOREST SCHOOLS Benty Lane, Crosspool Sheffield S10 5NF | Tel: 0114 266 6930
We provide a ‘home from home’ in a family orientated environment, allowing children to be children.
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Westbourne School Educating girls and boys for life
Westbourne named ‘leading school in Sheffield and seventh nationwide’ by the Sunday Times School Guide 2018.
Top marks for Westbourne ed by headmaster, Mr John Hicks Westbourne is the only co-educational independent school in Sheffield offering first class education to girls and boys from the age of three to 16. And such is their commitment to focusing on individualised learning – offering every child the opportunity to excel and be the best that they can be – the latest issue of the Sunday Times School Guide has named Westbourne the “top school in Sheffield and seventh nationwide”. The demand for Westbourne Senior School is likely to increase further following the publication of the school performance tables in January. Westbourne ranked as the second best school in Sheffield, including other independent schools on the attainment 8 score. Westbourne is keen to share its excellence and every January, offers scholarships to all Year 6 children in the area, for entry into their senior school in the September of the same year. “It was encouraging to see so many external applicants applying for these exams and eager to secure a place in Westbourne
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senior school,” says Mr Hicks. “The standard of the results were, as we expected from such a talented group, very high, and with current Year 6 pupils and the interest generated from the January scholarship examinations, September’s Year 7 form is likely to be oversubscribed.” While great pride is taken in the academic achievements of its pupils, sporting excellence and creativity in music, theatre and art are always encouraged. And music plays a principally important part of life at Westbourne, with pupils taking part in everything from classical collaborations with world class professionals, to taking over the stage of Sheffield’s iconic Leadmill for special gig nights. In the interim, talented pupils of all ages make full use of Westbourne’s state-of-the-art drama studio, which opened in 2015, and are currently busy rehearsing for this year’s production of 13 The Musical at the Montgomery Theatre, Sheffield on the 21st and 22nd March. When it comes to sport, Westbourne is proud to be inclusive, but still retains a competitive edge, and achieves this by offering not just A team, but B and C team fixtures. Every pupil has the opportunity to represent their school in a range of sports and
recent extra-curricular trips have included a sports tour to Lanzarote and a trip to Africa, with a ski trip to the USA planned for later this year.
Meanwhile, at the younger end of the age range, places in Westbourne’s reception class are also in great demand. The very popular pre-school for three to four year olds is open 42 weeks a year, between 7.45am and 5.45pm, and offers indoor and outdoor classrooms, a purposebuilt play area, French, music and P.E. (taught by specialists), excellent facilities and free childcare places. But don’t just take our word for it.Why not take a look for yourself and book a tour of the school any day of the week, or pop in to the Westbourne open morning on 8 March, 10am -12 noon Westbourne School 60 Westbourne Road, Sheffield, S10 2QT Tel: 0114 266 0374 www.westbourneschool.co.uk Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com 51
SCHOOLS
Give them a flying start PUT YOUR CHILDREN ON THE ROAD TO SUCCESS WITH THE HELP OF THESE EDUCATIONAL ESTABLISHMENTS.
Birkdale Prep School Your son will receive an exceptional all-round education at Birkdale Prep School, one which balances academic attainment with diverse experiences outside the classroom. Sport, music and drama are integral to what they do, with regular visitors and school trips enhancing the curriculum. As a Christian school, great emphasis is put on personal, spiritual and emotional development, developing boys to be happy and confident. Pupils respect each other and have excellent relationships with their teachers. They are a family school, where teachers have close relationships with parents, to ensure the very best for their son. Why not come and see them? Their open events provide a perfect introduction to the school. Alternatively, personal tours can be arranged at any time. For more information, please visit the website or telephone 0114 2668409. Birkdale Prep School Clarke House, Clarke Drive, S10 2NS Tel: 0114 267 0407 // www.birkdaleschool.org.uk
Mount St Mary’s College Mount St Mary’s College is a vibrant and growing school. Although much has changed in its remarkable history the Mount preserves and cherishes its Jesuit identity. Care of the individual and the pursuit of excellence are at the heart of everyday life. Whilst the majority of the students at the school are from the local area, around 20 per cent of students come from countries around the world. This creates a diverse, cosmopolitan environment, reflective of the wider world, where students learn to live and work alongside one another, preparing for all that comes next. As the preparatory school to Mount St Mary’s College, Barlborough Hall benefits from outstanding facilities including music and language classrooms, a science laboratory, swimming pool, IT suite, art room and much more. Mount St Mary’s College Road, Spinkhill, S21 3Y1 Tel: 01246 433388 www.msmcollege.com 52 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
Barlborough Hall Park Street, Chesterfield, S43 4ES Tel: 01246 810511
The Old School House SAFE, HAPPY AND LEARNING: Children at the Old School House Nursery Schools enjoy the best possible start in life. With rich learning opportunities, spacious buildings and outdoor facilities, state-of-theart play equipment and highly trained and professional staff, there’s a very happy clientele at The Old School House Nurseries. For nearly 30 years this friendly, family-run nursery has forged a reputation as a leader in childcare provision, providing wraparound care and a plethora of activities for babies and children from three months to school age. The Old School House in Crosspool received ‘outstanding’ in their last Ofsted report as well as being awarded the Gold Standard by Investors of People. Benty Lane, Crosspool, Sheffield Tel: 0114 266 6930
MYLNHURST At Mylnhurst everything is on one site to provide your child with first class educational experience from nursery to age 11. A Catholic Independent School situated in Sheffield, welcoming families of all faiths. Mylnhurst can be found in the Ecclesall area of the city and is in close proximity to the Peak District National Park, Derbyshire and the towns of Chesterfield and Rotherham. Mylnhurst provides an education based on high standards and Christian values, which attracts families who share our commitment to working together in partnership. The best way to gain an insight into all that Mylnhurst can offer your child is to visit. Give them a call them to arrange a visit or for more information. Mylnhurst Preparatory School & Nursery Button Hill, Ecclesall, Sheffield, S11 9HJ Tel: 0114 236411 // www.mylnhurst.co.uk
S. Anselm’s S. Anselm’s boasts an idyllic Peak District setting for children to play and learn, just twenty minutes from Sheffield. From their Nursery and Pre-Prep to their traditional Preparatory School and College which offers outstanding education for GCSE’s. Their children thrive in small classes with dynamic and creative teaching. New facilities include their state of the art LEGO Innovation Studio and full sized all weather astro turf. The best way to gain an insight into all that S. Anselm’s can offer your child is to visit, either at their next open morning on 17 March, or call them to arrange a visit at a more convenient time. S. Anselm’s Bakewell, DE45 1DP Tel: 01629 812734 Email: headmaster@anselms.co.uk // www.sanselms.co.uk
Be Happy, Be ConďŹ dent, Be Successful. Be everything you can be... at Birkdale. Prep School Open Morning Saturday 10 March | 9.30am-12noon For further information call 0114 266 8409 | www.birkdaleschool.org.uk
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EASTER EGGS
OUR WINNER Tesco Finest Salted Caramel Egg 310g, £9 A smooth Belgian milk chocolate base with creamy milk and white chocolate. Both are sweetened with crunchy caramel pieces and enhanced by a hint of sea salt... With a description like that, we were salivating before we’d even opened the box. The egg is split into two halves, so you can enjoy the best of both. As we split this thick and decadent egg in half, a few members of the panel even let out some “oohs” and “aahs”. The salt beautifully balances out the sweet caramel and chocolate, it’s an impressive size, well-presented and is egg-cellent value for money. The fact that we couldn’t help going back for seconds, was also a strong indicator that this was the best of the bunch.
Top of the chocs 2018 OUR EGGS-PERT PANEL SHARE THEIR TOP TREATS FOR EASTER. TUCK IN...
ith such a wide range of Easter chocolates out there, and a number of family members with their own personal preferences to buy for, it’s enough to give you an eggs-istential crisis. To help with this predicament, our very
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BEST ALL-ROUNDER Betty’s Trio of Spring Flower Eggs 250g, £27.50 Not sure whether your loved-one likes milk, dark or white chocolate? This trio ticks all the boxes. The dark chocolate egg is rich with delicious depth of flavour, the white (or should we say silver?) chocolate was creamy and obviously of a high quality, while the milk chocolate was a good balance of the two. Like most products in Betty’s Easter range, they were beautifully hand-crafted and decorated with flower frosting. 54 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
EASTER EGGS
BEST BOOZY CHOCOLATE Prestat Pink Popping Prosecco Easter Egg 170g, £17.50 Confectionary with a kick. Enveloped within this prosecco-flavoured chocolate egg are fizzing popping candy and strong prosecco-filled truffles. What’s more, it has the “By appointment to Her Majesty the Queen” seal of approval. And if it’s good enough for Liz, it’s good enough for us.
BEST FOR ALLERGIES Booja-Booja Around Midnight Espresso Easter Egg 35g, £9.99 Not only were we impressed by the gorgeously painted, egg-shaped wooden box this was presented in, we also couldn’t believe how deliciously silky these truffles were – especially considering they are organic and dairy, gluten and soya free. Coffee lovers will also enjoy the authentic flavour.
BEST FOR KIDS Thorntons White Chocolate Bunny 200g, £6 Thorntons is a must if you’ve got kids to buy for this Easter and this white chocolate bunny is a great choice. As well as being a decent size with a detailed kid-friendly design, you’re sure to get good quality chocolate from a high street favourite.
BEST FOR DARK CHOCOLATE LOVERS Chococo Luxury Madagascar MegaDark Egg 175g, £18 This one was certainly the coolest-looking of the bunch, with its geometric pattern and three layers of dark chocolate. If you know a true dark chocolate connoisseur, this bitter 85 per cent MegaDark egg is just the thing. Vegans and the ethically-minded can also rejoice, as the company strive to carefully source all their ingredients.
BEST FOR GROWN-UP KIDS Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Swiss Chocolate Bunny 440g, £6 A grown-up take on a classic kid’s choice, this Easter treat from Sainsbury’s Taste The Difference range is a realistic twist on the usual cartoon-esque hollow bunny. This was such a work of art, it was a shame to behead it. But we were soon rewarded with smooth Swiss milk chocolate, which was easy to break up as it bent rather than snapped, therefore avoiding pesky crumbs – well, it would be a shame to waste any. Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com 55
FASHION
JUMP INTO SPRING BRIGHTEN UP YOUR WARDROBE FOR THE NEW SEASON WITH THE HELP OF THESE LOCAL BOUTIQUES
Mantel coat and Kleid dress. Available from Sister, 409 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG. Tel: 0114 267 1330
Bourne SS18 collection. Exclusively available in Chesterfield from Blanc Occasions, 177 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2BA. Tel: 01246 767220.
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FASHION
Elide dress and Mattia shoes. Available from Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Nether End, Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500
Joseph Ribkoff dress. Available from New Image, 277 Middlewood Road, Hillsborough, S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880
Cashmere blend funnel neck top, CMY in blush, also in celadon. Available from Chi Chiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Unit 16 + 17, The Forge, Dronfield, S18 1QX. Tel: 01246 417 576.
Northcote. 7mm leather sole. Goodyear welted. Shape 386. Size 5 - 12 and full sizes 13 - 15. Available from Charles Brooks, 241 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3BA. Tel: 0114 268 0590.
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Timeless elegance STYLE NEVER GOES OUT OF FASHION AT NEW IMAGE. ver staying true to their name, there really is always something new at ladies’ boutique, New Image on Middlewood Road. New Image are pleased to present the latest Ispirato collection, which includes gorgeous mother-of-the-bride dresses and outfits perfect for the forthcoming wedding season. Now in stock at New Image are many other new top fashion brands which make up their season of spring/summer 2018 collections. These include Condici, Veni Infantino, Joseph Ribkoff, Gina Bacconi, Roberto Cavaleti and many others. New Image pride themselves on stocking beautiful, individual outfits from European fashion houses - only the best in style and quality adorns their rails. Matching hats, hatinators, fascinators, shoes and bags are also available – all beautifully displayed on the first floor in their dedicated separate sales area. On the ground floor… is where you will find stylish casual wear with ladies frequently visiting to update their wardrobe for this season’s must-have pieces. Stocking exciting merchandise customers
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enjoy wearing and providing a friendly environment, with excellent customer service and after care, it is no wonder this longstanding business is still thriving. What’s more, two seamstresses work within the store to ensure each outfit is a perfect fit. You really can shop with confidence when you purchase from New Image, knowing your outfit is individually shaped to you. It’s going to be another busy year for New Image and the team with events taking place in and outside the store. Whether you are a mother-of-the-bride/groom or attending a special occasion this year, visiting New Image is a must. See New Image at Mosborough Hall Wedding Fayre on 4 March. They will also be attending The Maynard Arms, Grindleford, on 18 March. New Image and the team frequently raise money for charity and in the past they have hosted a number of coffee mornings and fashion shows. This year’s chosen charity is Bluebell Wood. The Joseph Ribkoff Styling Team will be in store on 1 March from 2.30pm until 6.30pm
and will give shoppers the chance to view this season’s outfits from one of the biggest must-have fashion brands exclusive to Sheffiel while enjoying a glass of prosecco. Raffle tickets will be sold in aid of Bluebell Wood. Prizes including a Joseph Ribkoff voucher and New Image voucher to spend instore – plus other prizes. New Image hope their customers will support this worthy charity. All proceeds will go to Bluebell Wood. Please call for more information. Saturdays can be busy and appointments are advisable to avoid disappoint. Please telephone and book your appointment to enjoy a one-to-one personal service and let their experienced staff give you time and attention to create your stunning look for your special occasion. So whatever your style, shape and size, and whatever the occasion, New Image has an outfit to match your requirements. New Image 277 Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 4HD Tel: 0114 234 4880 www.new-image.co.uk
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MARCH 1ST from 2.30pm until 6.30pm Enjoy a glass of prosecco while the Joseph Ribkoff style team model the new spring collection. Raffle tickets sold in aid of Bluebell Wood Children’s Charity 1st prize Joseph Ribkoff voucher to spend in store 2nd Prize New Image Voucher… Plus many others!
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BEAUTY
Neal’s Yard Remedies Bee Lovely all over balm £27 www.nealsyardremedies.com This deeply nourishing, organic body balm instantly relieves dry and rough patches of skin such as elbows, feet and knees. Easily absorbed, with the uplifting aroma of organic orange essential oil, it’s perfect for keeping the whole body soft and beautifully scented.
Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm Tin £4.99 www.johnlewis.com Infused with power-packed beeswax to condition skin and antioxidant Vitamin E to richly moisturise and soften lips, this lip balm nourishes dry lips while keeping them revitalised and hydrated.
Bee Good Honey and Camelina Facial Exfoliator £10.50 www.beegood.co.uk Milled lavender flowers gently lift and exfoliate away dead skin cells without irritation. Wheatgerm oil soothes and moisturises dry skin whilst British propolis helps to balance problematic skin and camelina oil protects and nourishes.
Laura Mercier Crème Brulee Honey Bath £33 www.johnlewis.com Natural ingredients help firm, lift and tone skin, while vitamins A and E moisturize and condition. The delicious scent fragrances water, relaxes the senses with a softly scented veil and leaves skin feeling clean, fresh and supple.
The bee’s knees CATCH THE BUZZ AND TREAT YOURSELF TO THESE BEEBASED BEAUTY PRODUCTS. BY RACHEL MARTIN.
LUSH Scrubee Body Butter £6.95 www.uk.lush.com With all that hydrating honey and cocoa butter he may seem like a real softy, but don’t underestimate his polishing power – he’s packed full of ground coconut shells and ground almonds to give you a gentle, effective exfoliation.
Earth Tu Face Honey and Coconut Mask £43 www.earthtuface.com Organic honey and coconut moisturises, purifies and rejuvenates skin with the help of virgin coconut oil, honey, lavender and rose petals harvested from Northern California gardens.
Rodial Bee Venom Moisturiser £160 www.rodial.co.uk Working in synergy with complex plant extracts to visibly improve skin tone and elasticity, bee venom helps to smooth and plump out fine lines and wrinkles by controlling muscle contractions in the face and helps increase blood circulation in treated areas.
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Top ten trustee tips JAMES LAYCOCK, WILL TRUST AND ESTATE DISPUTES PARTNER AT IRWIN MITCHELL PRIVATE WEALTH, EXPLAINS THE ROLE OF THE TRUSTEE. he appointment as a trustee is a serious but potentially very rewarding office, from a personal perspective. A trustee can make a significant difference to a beneficiaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life, sometimes at a critical juncture. I have condensed my experience of helping trustees into a list of top ten things to consider. I just want to try and flag the headlines as I see them in the hope that it helps a little.
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A COHABITATION AGREEMENT CAN PROTECT THE INTERESTS OF BOTH SIDES WHEN A RELATIONSHIP BREAKS DOWN, SAYS BRADIE PELL OF GRAYSONS SOLICITORS.
Cohabiting couples donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the same rights as married couples hen you start a relationship with someone and commit to living with them, you rarely think of what will happen if things go wrong. However, the sad fact is that relationships often break down and if this happens to you and you are not married, you could be left unprepared and at a financial disadvantage. You can prepare for this eventuality by having a cohabitation agreement drawn up by a family lawyer who understands the complexities of such agreements and how they should be written to protect your interests. The number of unmarried couples living together has doubled since the mid 1990s to nearly 3 million. However, many of these couples, who often refer to themselves as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;common law spousesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realise that they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the same rights as married couples when they separate. Married couples have a claim on all matrimonial assets when they divorce. However, if you cohabit, you are not protected by the same laws as married couples and have no automatic claim on your partnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assets unless you can say that you have an interest in them. This can cause untold distress when couples have been living together for some time and believe that they â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;own half of everythingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. A cohabitation agreement can address issues relating to:
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Our Sam’s giving up fashion for Lent to help St Luke’s Westside’s publishing manager Sam Warsop knows what she’s giving up for Lent…and she’s supporting a great cause at the same time. Throughout the whole of the 40-day run up to Easter Sam will be giving an item from her wardrobe to St Luke’s Hospice. And those discarded fashion items – everything from dresses to accessories – will then be sold at the charity’s chain of 14 shops throughout the city. “I started my Lent challenge last year and it really was incredibly therapeutic, sorting through my wardrobe and knowing at the same time that I’d be doing something good for a fantastic organisation like St Luke’s,” says Sam. “I’d advise everybody to give it a go and have a pre-Easter fashion purge – and the great thing is that by the time you’ve finished you’ll have plenty of space for some new purchases.” Anybody following Sam’s Lenten lead can take their donations to any St Luke’s shop during normal trading hours - visit stlukeshospice.org.uk for individual store opening hours.
Sheffield Girls’ trio heads for Oxford and Cambridge Three Sheffield Girls' students have been offered a place at the prestigious Cambridge and Oxford universities. Gabby Craft has been accepted to read veterinary medicine at Girton College, Cambridge. Frankie Grech has been offered a place at St Hilda’s College, Oxford, to study French and linguistics and Aleena Waseem has been accepted to read History at St Catherine’s College, Oxford. Sheffield Girls' applicants are given additional support by the Sixth Form team which includes the Sheffield Schools' Oxbridge Conference featuring Oxbridge speakers.
Westbourne’s under-13s take runners-up spot Westbourne School’s under 13 cricket team proudly finished runners up in the Sheffield Schools cricket tournament. The team played a fine tournament, beating King Ecgbert's and Parkwood in their league matches before reaching the final. Only a very strong Ecclesfield side stopped them, but Westbourne held its head high after coming up against much larger schools. Westbourne’s Mr Motley said: "Cristina and Rosie were awesome as wicket keepers through the tournament, whilst Evie, Lulu and Trixie scored over 25 runs and therefore had to retire when they batted. "Erin, Grace, Jessica and Esme all bowled and fielded well as well as scoring runs when they batted. The girls were quick to learn the intricacies of the indoor rules and amended their play accordingly. It was truly a fabulous team effort, expertly captained by Lulu." 66 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
Still time to join the SWFC Charity There’s still time to sign up for the Sheffield Wednesday Charity Cup…and support St Luke’s Hospice. The Charity Cup is the unique sporting challenge that raises money for Sheffield’s only hospice and the Sheffield Wednesday Community Programme. Kicking off on 14 April, two Sheffield Wednesday teams – both home and away sides - will battle it out to win the prestigious Charity Cup. And, to take part and play for Wednesday – alongside some special sporting guest stars - all you have to do is raise a minimum of £500 per person. In return, players get full use of the SWFC player’s facilities and changing rooms, receive a SWFC kit, a meal after the game for themselves and a guest in the 1867 suite as well as a souvenir team photograph and player’s medal. To find out more, receive a registration form and secure a shirt number. Simply email football@hospicesheffield.co.uk
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Birkdale pupils in 24 -hour Football Challenge On 2 February over 70 Birkdale pupils from both senior and prep schools kickedoff their sponsored 24 Hour Football Challenge in support of Birkdale’s school charity, the Sheffield Children’s Hospital. Beginning at 4pm and rotating teams every half an hour, pupils and staff were joined on Friday evening by professional players from both Sheffield United FC and Sheffield Wednesday FC. Throughout the 24-hour period, every goal scored was listed to the two teams – ‘Bibs’ and ‘Non Bibs’. And, by the end of the 24 hour period an incredible 1002 goals had been scored – Non Bibs sneaking the victory 510 goals to Bibs 492 goals.
Sheffield design company Concept Interiors wins The Best of Houzz Award Sheffield interior design company, Concept Interiors has won a Best of Houzz award for their design and customer service. Houzz, the leading platform for home renovation and design, named Concept Interiors the winners of the Best of Design and Customer Service award. Managing director of Houzz, Marcus Hartwall, said: “We’re so pleased to award Best of Houzz 2018 to this incredible group of talented and customer-focused professionals, including Concept Interiors Ltd.” “Each of these businesses was singled out for recognition by our community of homeowners and design enthusiasts for helping to turn their home improvement dreams into reality.”
Jewellery company produces bespoke piece in aid of Whirlow Hall Farm Local fine jewellers Roseanna Croft Jewellery, proudly supported the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust in February by creating a bespoke piece for their charity Masquerade Ball at Baldwins Omega. The piece was designed especially for the occasion, inspired by The Phantom of the Opera's 'Masquerade' and the intricate patterns often found on Masquerade masks. The piece was handmade in sterling silver with a unique white topaz and sparkling black sapphires, it helped to raise around £2,000 as the prize for the opening game on the evening. The trust on the night raised close to £20,000. Roseanna Croft Jewellery specialise in creating bespoke, one-off pieces of jewellery to capture a memory or an occasion. They also specialise in the redesigning of old jewellery that can no longer be worn. Roseanna Croft Jewellery will work with you to redesign the piece into something you can cherish and enjoy wearing every day. Enquire about the bespoke design services of Roseanna Croft Jewellery by emailing enquiries@roseannacroftjewellery.com and find out more through their website www.roseannacroftjewellery.com.
Freemasons donate £12,000 to help children with disabilities The work of Sheffield charity Whirlow Hall Farm Trust has been given a boost by a £12,000 grant from the Yorkshire West Riding Freemasons. The grant will support the Trust’s programmes which help young people with complex learning and behavioural difficulties reach their potential through engagement with the outdoors. Whirlow Hall Farm Trust’s ‘Whirlow LIFE’ programme helps young people with learning disabilities or other additional needs fulfil their potential by offering an alternative approach to education and development, one that combines learning with outdoor, hands-on activities. Ben Davies, chief executive at Whirlow Hall Farm Trust, said: “We’re grateful to Yorkshire West Riding Freemasons for this very generous grant, which will allow us to help young people face their challenges and develop vital life-skills. It really will help them make the most of their potential.”
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Rallying for support ROUNDABOUT ARE RAISING VITAL FUNDS BY HOSTING A RACE TO MONTE CARLO. RACHEL MARTIN LOOKS AT THE VITAL WORK THE SHEFFIELD CHARITY DO. oundabout, Sheffield’s youth housing charity, provides shelter, support and life skills to over 150 young people in Sheffield everyday who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. They provide emergency hostel Matt Cockayne accommodation, a range of medium term accommodation in safe bedsits and in shared housing throughout the city, and can support young people living independently in their own accommodation, who might otherwise struggle to do so. Roundabout is committed to preventing young people from becoming homeless and believes home is the best place to be, if it is safe to be there. But by far the most common risk to a young person is problems with family, which often leads to feeling they need to leave home. Roundabout’s homeless prevention service offers family mediation and advice for young people at risk of homelessness, and their peer education project trains young people who have experienced homelessness to go into schools and increase awareness and understanding – positively impacting on pupils, preventing youth homelessness and empowering the peer educators, who become more confident and gain a BTEC
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qualification, thus assisting them on the path to self-sufficiency. Earlier in February, the charity, which turned 40 last year, launched a city-wide fundraising event, Pulp’s Nick Banks Bangers & Cash – the UK’s first art road show banger rally. The rally is aimed at local businesses and Roundabout is looking for 40 to sponsor an old banger and take part. Teams of three intrepid adventurers from each business will then travel the 1,219 miles from Sheffield to Monte Carlo, each with a unique design painted on the bonnet by a local artist, which will be returned to Sheffield to be auctioned
as unique pieces of art to raise vital funds for Roundabout. If you’re a local business and wish to learn more about Bangers and Cash, contact Clare Collingworth on 0114 253 6753 or by emailing ccollingworth@roundaboutltd.org If you’d like to find out how you can make a difference to Sheffield’s most vulnerable young people, call 0114 253 6753 or email fundraising@roundaboutltd.org. You can also follow Roundabout on Facebook and Twitter. If you find you don’t have a safe place to stay, contact the Roundabout Hostel on 0114 258 9829 or Roundabout’s Homeless Prevention Service on 0114 272 8424.
WE’RE ON THE HUNT FOR HEROES Never mind Superman or Wonder Woman... Westside is on the look-out for some real life local heroes. We know there are lots of people out there who dedicate a huge part of their lives to making the world a better place for others. We’re taking about people like John Burkhill (far right), our very own prampushing, wig-wearing, fund-raising legend. He’s the Man with the Pram, who has dedicated his life to raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Quite rightly, John has become an instantly recognisable and widely praised local personality because of his tireless efforts to improve the lives of others. But we 68 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
know there are many more inspirational characters out there whose stories deserve to be shared by a wider public. That‘s why is launching a search for the heroes and heroines who are really making a difference in our community... and we need your help. Do you know someone who is going that extra mile to raise funds for a good cause or make a difference in their community? Has a friend or relative overcome adversity and channelled their energies into helping others? Please let us know... so we can share the good news in Westside every month. Contact managing editor Chris Wilson at chris.wilson@rmcmedia.co.uk
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Shauna’s story: hen Shauna was just nine years old, her mum passed away and the grief put a huge strain on her family and relationships with her dad and brother. A few years later, when Shauna was 12, her grandmother passed away, and this meant the already strained relationships began to get worse. As Shauna grew further apart from her dad, she stayed at her aunt’s house, to escape the tension in the household, and when she turned 16, she finished school and started studying hairdressing at college. By this time, her relationship with her dad had reached breaking point and she moved out of the family home to live with her boyfriend. But unfortunately, the relationship didn’t last, and Shauna had no choice but to move back in with her father months later. Over the following months, Shauna’s relationship with her dad began to improve. Things got easier at home and she concentrated on her college work, successfully completing her hairdressing course. Once she had finished, Shauna was keen to leave college, rather than carry on studying, however her dad insisted that if she wanted to stay living in his home, she needed to be studying. With this in mind, Shauna returned to college to study childcare, but her relationship with her dad became frayed again. The situation worsened, leading to Shauna leaving the family home at 17, and with nowhere else to go, she was referred to Roundabout. Due to her maturity, Shauna was given the opportunity to move into Number 11 – the property next door to Roundabout’s hostel, which has eight self-contained flats suitable for young people who have shown signs of
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progressing towards independence, but still need support from a key worker. From here, Shauna moved into one of Roundabout’s resettlement properties, where she lived in a semi-supported housing setting. However, Shauna struggled with the lack of round-the-clock support, so moved back into the hostel. Once she was back in the hostel, Shauna was able to get the support she needed to feel more independent and ready to have a place of her own, and after a few months, with support from her key worker, she applied for her own flat. Knowing that this was a big step, Roundabout continued to offer Shauna support once she’d left the hostel and she was assigned a support worker from Roundabout’s supporting tenants’ team, who help young people in their own properties to maintain the tenancy and cope with independent living. Currently, Shauna and her dad are working hard to build their relationship and Shauna is attending mediation sessions. These sessions allow one or both parties to talk about their differences, helping to sort through their issues and resolve problems. “I have been accessing help from mediation in order to help my relationship with my
dad,” says Shauna. “It’s only me who sees Cheryl and she has helped me to understand my dad’s side of things. She’s also helped me to understand why I react to him the way I have been. “Since all this, our relationship has massively improved and the majority of our arguments have stopped. We can now sit and talk without arguing, and this is all thanks to mediation.” Shauna has since volunteered at Roundabout, helping Cheryl by attending events and aiming to promote the mediation work offered by Roundabout, and in addition, she has been part of the peer education team. She was trained to go into schools and deliver lessons, aiming to break down the stereotypes around homelessness and raise awareness amongst young people of what to do if they have to leave home and how to access support. Now living independently, Shauna is a qualified youth worker: “Without Roundabout, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Their help has meant that I’m now able to live independently and have the confidence to do other things, and I’m keen to use my experiences to help other young people who need support.”
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MUSIC Sam Smith 20 March Fly DSA Arena, Broughton Lane, Sheffield S9 2DF Tel: 0114 256 5656 / www.flydsaarena.co.uk Tickets from £32 It’s been over three years since Sam Smith’s debut album was released, and since then he has become one of the biggest acts on the planet with over 12 million global album sales and an array of impressive awards.
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra 16 March / Sheffield City Hall, Barker’s Pool, Sheffield S1 2JA www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Tickets from £5.60 Mirga Gražinyte-Tyla’s conducting combines the dynamism of youth with a profundity well beyond her years. The CBSO and their music director perform a truly fascinating programme that begins with Debussy’s charming Children’s Corner.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac: 40 Years of Rumours 24 March / Sheffield City Hall, Barker’s Pool, Sheffield S1 2JA www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Tickets from £26.32 Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage in 2018 with a brand new show celebrating 40 years of the iconic Rumours album.
Amplifier 24 March / O2 Academy, 37-43 Arundel Gate, Sheffield, S1 2PN www.academymusicgroup.com Tickets from £15.75 Returning in 2017 with their sixth album Trippin’ With Dr Faustus, UK prog-rock band Amplifier continue their DIY ethic and stay committed to making music for themselves and their fans. 70 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
EVENTS The Gin Society Festival 9-10 March Cutlers Hall, Church Street, Sheffield, S1 1HG Tickets from £9.62 www.eventbrite.co.uk Join the gin festival on a sophisticated gin journey and discover the delights of British, fruit and world gins – they have everything from classic to contemporary.
Sheffield Beer Week 12-18 March www.sheffieldbeerweek.co.uk 2018 sees Sheffield Beer Week celebrate its fourth year as a city-wide beer festival and umbrella beer-focused event occurring at multiple venues across the city.
Sharrow Lantern Carnival 1 April www.creativeaction.net Sharrow Lantern Carnival was set up in 2004 as a celebration of the first anniversary of the end of the Iraq war. The group who originally began the carnival wanted to bring peaceful protest to the streets of Sharrow. Today they still keep to these morals by celebrating the creative community in Sharrow.
THEATRE Up ‘n’ Under 16-17 March / Studio Theatre, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA / www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Tickets from £10.50 The Wheatsheaf Arms rugby team, the laughing stock of Castleford’s Amateur Rugby League Seven-a-Side tournament have never won a game, don’t have seven players and spend more time in the pub than on the pitch.
Shrek: The Musical 28 March - 8 April / Lyceum Theatre, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA / www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Tickets from £26 Based on the story and characters from the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, this hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairy-tale upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing, must-see musical comedy.
STAGE & SCREEN Dancing on Ice 2018
The York Realist 27 March - 7 April / Crucible, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield, S1 1DA / www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Tickets from £15 A cottage, 1960s Yorkshire. The York Mystery plays are in rehearsal. Farmhand George strains against his roots as a new world opens up to him. Directed by Sheffield Theatres’ artistic director Robert Hastie with a cast including Jonathan Bailey, Ben Batt, and Lesley Nicol, Peter Gill’s influential play about two young men in love is a touching reflection on the rival forces of family, class and longing.
27-29 March Fly DSA Arena, Broughton Lane, Sheffield, S9 2DF Tel: 0114 256 5656 www.flydsaarena.co.uk Tickets from £39.20
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MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Changing Lives: 200 Years of People and Protest in Sheffield 6 February - 1 July / Weston Park Museum, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TP www.museum-sheffield.org.uk In 1918 the women’s suffrage movement successfully led to the passing of the Representation of the People Act, the first step in a major electoral reform that would extend voting rights to 8.5million women across the UK. Changing Lives celebrates how the people of Sheffield have stood up for what they believe in over the past 200 years. Photography Jack Hems
10-11 March The Climbing Works, Little London Road, Sheffield, S8 0UJ Tel: 0114 250 9990 www.climbingworks.com
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Joining Torvill & Dean on tour will be a host of celebrities and professional skaters from the new Dancing on Ice series, which started on ITV in January. Jayne and Chris will host the tour once more and take up their new roles as head judges.
Hope is Strong 17 February - 10 June / Millennium Gallery, 48 Arundel Gate, Sheffield, S1 2PP www.museum-sheffield.org.uk With far right parties and hate crimes on the rise, civil liberties and minority rights seem more at risk today than we ever could have imagined. In these turbulent times, Hope is Strong explores the power of art to question the world we live in.
COMEDY Kerry Godliman: Stick or Twist 21 March / The Leadmill, 6 Leadmill Road, Sheffield, S1 4SE / Tel: 0114 272 4040 www.leadmill.co.uk / Tickets £15 Kerry Godliman is back on tour. Her straighttalking brand of quick wit and bewilderment will be covering more of life’s anomalies.
Joe Lycett 27-28 March / Sheffield City Hall, Barker’s Pool, Sheffield S1 2JA / www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Tickets from £22.40 Pop in and see Joe Lycett on his brand new stand-up tour, where he’ll be sharing jokes, paintings and some of the pathetic internet trolling he’s been up to recently. As seen on 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, QI and The Royal Variety Performance. Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com 71
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The flat is back! THE FLAT SEASON IS UNDER STARTER’S ORDERS THIS SPRING. righter nights and warmer days can mean only one thing – the flat season is under starter’s orders at Doncaster Racecourse. As the green shoots of spring are popping through the ground, racing enthusiasts from across the country are getting ready to don their racewear for the official opening of the UK flat turf season. The Lincoln, which showcases world class racing in Doncaster, has a new sponsor for 2018. Online casino 32Red have partnered with Doncaster Racecourse to present the 32Red Lincoln. First past the post last year in the Heritage Handicap was Bravery, who made a fairytale start for North Yorkshire handler David O’Meara thanks to an inspired performance from jockey Danny Tudhope. The race, which take place on 24 March,
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will get the flat season underway with eight months of racing and entertainment activities ahead. And after a day filled with racing and socialising, an evening of entertainment from The Fillers, the world’s greatest Killer’s tribute band, will see visitors singing along to classics including Mr Brightside, Run for Cover and Runaways. The gates open at 12noon and the racecourse will formally start the flat season at 13.50pm, with seven races throughout the afternoon. Abby Chandler, head of marketing from Doncaster Racecourse, said: “The 32Red Lincoln is a really exciting race for us as it gets the season underway in style. We are looking forward to welcoming racegoers back to Doncaster Racecourse for this event and we know that it will be a great day out.
“The flat season includes the popular William Hill St Leger Festival and this year’s Ladies Day will be followed by a performance from one of the UK’s best-loved pop stars, radio broadcaster, actor and DJ, Martin Kemp. “Early bird tickets for Ladies Day go on sale on 5 March until 31 May and with this year’s entertainment announced we suggest that you grab them while you can. We can’t wait to see Martin Kemp perform in Doncaster and we know that our Ladies Day crowd will give him a very warm welcome.” Further information on the races and entertainment can be found at www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk Doncaster Racecourse Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6BB Tel: 01302 304200 www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk
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HOTEL & SPA Set in 12 acres of gardens and with our own lake, the stunning grounds of Kenwood Hall provide the perfect setting for your special day. Kenwood Hall is one of the most beautiful venues to host your wedding; matching period charm with modern facilities and an enviable reputation for the very highest standards of service, meaning you can rest assured that you and your guests will cherish the memories of your special day forever. I do hope we have the pleasure of sharing your big day with you at Kenwood Hall. Should you require any further assistance or wish to arrange an appointment to view the hotel, please contact us at events@kenwoodhall.co.uk or call us on 0114 258 3811
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IS THERE A DRINK MORE ‘IN’, THAN GIN? TO CELEBRATE THE NATION’S FAVOURITE TIPPLE, THE GIN SOCIETY ARE HOLDING A FESTIVAL IN SHEFFIELD ON 9-10 MARCH. HERE’S WHAT’S IN STORE... BY LIA DESAI. rom Mother’s Ruin to must-have tipple, gin has benefitted from a massive makeover in the last few years. Once considered a poor man’s drink, or a mass-produced medicine for povertystricken mums, it is now a designer product for affluent hipsters. It’s come a long way since the 18th century. The recent resurgence of gin-drinking has brought a plethora of flavours that seem to resonate with discerning drinkers. So now is the perfect time for Sheffield to host a gin festival. The Gin Society is visiting Cutlers’ Hall, Sheffield on 9 and 10 March and the organisers are inviting people to sample from a choice of over 120 different gins. From classic to contemporary flavours, they reckon there’s a drink for everyone. Throw in a prosecco cocktail bar serving fizz mixed with a variety of fruit flavoured gins, and a vintage DJ playing jazz and swing, and you have the ingredients for a sophisticated night. Upon arrival, visitors will receive a limited edition gin glass as well as a booklet describing the drinks on offer and suggesting the best mixers. The event operates with a voucher system. These can be purchased with either cash or card payments at the voucher station.
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But why are more people making – and drinking – gin? Firstly, gin is quick and easy to make. So for those wanting to create and brand their own spirit; gin is the way forward. The production process is pretty simple and you can be creative with the recipe. No wonder there are so many craft gin distilleries popping up all over the country. These include True North Brew Co who have created the first gin to be distilled in Sheffield in over 100 years. This dry gin is a truly unique blend of locally sourced ingredients including gentian, juniper and Henderson’s Relish – a distinctly Sheffield flavour.
Gin is also popular with millennials, the biggest influencers of existing new trends. This generation is spending its disposable income on unique, locally sourced and bespoke products from independent businesses. They see gin as easy to drink and comforting – unlike other spirits, which have that harsh ethanol-burn. Finally, it is the most versatile spirit to mix. Mixologists are inspired by and love experimenting with gin. It’s an essential ingredient in over 700 recipes, cocktaildrinking also having made a recent revival. So it seems gin is here to stay. We’ll raise a glass to that.
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GET THE PARTY STARTED AT KETTLE BLACK WITH A COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS, WRITES PHOEBE SEYMOUR. veryone has their own night out rituals. For my sister and I, no night out is complete without a couple of salt-rimmed margaritas. So imagine our dismay, when we arrived at Kettle Black on Ecclesall Road to discover that this classic was not on the menu. But we needn’t have worried. “We’re happy to make up any cocktail as long as it’s nothing too obscure!” reassured Danny, our mentor and mixologist for the evening. Naomi, our friend Paris and I had signed up for a cocktail masterclass, and as we stood next to the chic, golden backlit bar, with its towering shelves of giant liquor bottles, we felt a little out of our depth. However, Danny was so infectiously enthusiastic, knowledgeable – and above all – patient with us, that we were soon put at ease. I was first to give it a shot (get it?). I chose to make an Italian Hills (£8), a refreshing long beverage which pays homage to the fact that both Sheffield and Rome are built on seven hills. While shaking up the concoction of Whitley Neill gin, elderflower syrup and Martini Bianco in a tall Boston glass, I wondered if it was obvious I was a rookie. But just then, a customer mistook me for a bartender – maybe I was getting the hang of this after all.
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Paris had drink envy and followed suit. Then it was Naomi’s turn to make a Margarita (£9). Danny quickly and expertly selected all the ingredients and before we knew it, we were sipping one of the most delicious versions we’d come across – sour with a sharp aftertaste of salt. For my second drink, I made a Pornstar Martini (£8.50). As one of Kettle Black’s most popular cocktails, I had to see how the experts do it. Naomi was indecisive, but as a gin lover who enjoys a fuller flavour, the Aviation (£8) with its aniseed notes, was a good call from Danny. One for danger, Paris was instantly enticed by the label next to the Zombie (£10.50), which read, “Warning! Pyrotechnic bartenders at work”. Her curiosity was rewarded with a tall tiki cup overflowing with four types of quality rum and topped with a flaming piece of passionfruit. The music Kettle Black’s resident DJ was playing was just as varied as their cocktails, with everything from noughties R’n’B by artists such as Mary J Blige, to contemporary floor fillers by Disclosure. It was a Friday night, so the bar was filling up nicely by this point. We’d wisely reserved a table, so we could sit back in one of the luxurious booths, with a bottle of Fiorino D’Oro prosecco (£18, Sunday special £15).
And with a stylish, heated patio, it’s one of few venues you don’t mind standing outside. While many bars have come and gone on Ecclesall Road, Kettle Black has all the ingredients to stand the test of time. One thing’s for sure – Naomi and I will be making cocktail masterclasses our new tradition. Masterclass package one is £30 per guest and includes a prosecco reception, three cocktails with the head mixologist and a cocktail shot to finish. Package two is the same deal with two cocktails for £25 per guest. Kettle Black 301 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8NX Tel: 0114 268 0060 www.kettleblackbars.com
AT A GLANCE... * Fantastic cocktail masterclasses * Fun and friendly atmosphere * Luxurious indoor and outdoor areas
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8 201 E ID STS BAR WE T& N A R S TAU RES AWARD
Strictly come dining! THERE’S A NEW LOOK TO THE 2018 WESTSIDE RESTAURANT & BAR AWARDS – AND WE NEED YOUR HELP. he search is on for the finest dining and drinking establishments across Sheffield and North Derbyshire, as we launch the 2018 Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards. This year’s event is bigger and better than ever with an additional focus on the region’s blossoming drinking scene, and new categories to encompass the welcome recent explosion of micro-pubs and wine bars. We are also looking for a much greater involvement from Westside readers, as we ask them to help us make the big decisions in all the major categories. As in previous years we’ll be revealing all the winners at Baldwins Omega. It will be the end of an era for this legendary Sheffield banqueting venue which closes for the final time a few weeks after our awards dinner on Monday 4 June. We know that standards of food and
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service will be as high as ever and before we search for a new venue for next year’s event we’re determined to make this last farewell at Baldwins our biggest and best awards dinner yet. Last year’s big winners were The Samuel Fox Country Inn who scooped two prizes on the night – Best Contemporary Restaurant and the coveted Westside Restaurant of the Year. Now the search is on again to find the venues that have truly excelled in the art of delivering delicious food and beverages in a superlative setting. All our recent award winners have been superb, so expectations are high. Here’s a reminder to all restaurant, hotel, café and pub owners: to make sure your establishment is under consideration for the big prizes in 2018, contact publishing manager Sam Warsop at sam.warsop@rmcmedia.co.uk
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Westside readers… get involved We want you to join us in making sure our final verdict is a true reflection of what paying customers across the region really think. Westside’s team of reviewers will be out and about, checking out established and new venues, and searching for the best the region has to offer. We will bring our own opinions to bear of course, but we also know Westside readers are a discerning bunch who travel the region to experience the best restaurants, bistros, pubs and wine bars. That’s why for 2018 we are changing our judging criteria, to give our readers a bigger say. After we have done the rounds of the
region’s finest eateries we’ll be publishing our shortlist of the best venues in all categories, from best contemporary restaurant to best pub. Once the shortlists are revealed, we’ll be asking our readers to have their say on the best in each category. We’ll add up the reader votes, put them with our judges’ own views and come up with the best of the best. Sounds a bit like how the voting works on Strictly Come Dancing, doesn’t it? OK, this is Westside’s version of Strictly Come Dining! That comes later in the year… we’ll be publishing our shortlists and telling our readers how they can get involved in the June issue of Westside.
JOIN OUR JUDGING PANEL We also want to give Westside readers a voice on the independent judging panel that decides the ultimate prize – the Westside Restaurant of the Year. The search is on to find one reader to join with our other judges, all chosen for their knowledge of food and their passion for dining out on the Westside scene, to eat together at the three venues that are shortlisted for the Westside Restaurant of the Year. You can leave your credit cards at home; all we want is your opinions. And you will need to clear your diary for a few dates later this year when we bring the judges together to dine out and make their choices. Does this opportunity tickle your tastebuds? To apply for a place on our judging panel, please email the editor, Chris Wilson, at chris.wilson@rmcmedia.co.uk and tell him in no more than 150 words what qualities you think the judges should be looking out for in the search for Westside’s Restaurant of the Year.
Paul Robinson (left) of Robinsons Brewery presented the Readers’ Choice Award
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YOUNG CHEF OF THE YEAR
Last year’s judges (L-R): Mick Burke, Natasha Holland, Stefan Rose and John Murphy
Last year’s winner Dave Cockerill collects his award from Howard Middleton (left) and Jonathan Coulthard from My Fathers Heart (right)
Cooking for their futures DO YOU KNOW A YOUNG CHEF DESTINED FOR THE TOP? WE’RE ON THE LOOK-OUT FOR CATERING’S NEXT BRIGHT YOUNG THING AND WILL BE HOSTING A SHOWROOM SHOWDOWN AT MY FATHERS HEART. alling all head chefs and restaurateurs... do you have a bright spark working in your kitchen who is shaping up to be an outstanding chef of the future? If you do, now’s the time to shout about it, because Westside and My Fathers Heart are staging a fantastic competition to find the Young Chef of the Year 2018. The competition is open to all restaurants in the Sheffield and North Derbyshire region and all entries must be under the age of 25 on 1 June 2018. Four finalists will be invited to join us for a MasterChef-style cooking competition in the state-of-the-art kitchens at My Fathers Heart on Saturday 12 May. That’s their opportunity to create their signature main course, which will be judged by a panel of culinary experts. My Fathers Heart, designers and makers of the region’s finest bespoke, handmade kitchens, bedrooms and furniture, regularly host glamorous events in its award-winning showroom. It proved to be the perfect venue to stage our inaugural Young Chef of the Year event in 2017. The cream of the region’s young culinary talent came together and really wowed the judges with some first rate, inventive virtuoso cooking. Entries have already started coming in from young hopefuls across the city and we are putting out panel of judges together now. Once again our judging panel will be headed by a legend of the Sheffield restaurant world,
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Mick Burke. Mick taught thousands of college students the fine art of cooking in his role as senior chef lecturer at Sheffield College. He retired last year after 37 years during which he passed on his skills to generations of young chefs who went on to have great careers in the kitchens of some of the finest restaurants in the land. The Westside/My Fathers Heart Young Chef of the Year competition is a great opportunity to shine a light on the next generation of kitchen superstars. We’re looking forward to seeing what the best young talent out there has to offer, and giving all four finalists, a boost by placing them in the spotlight. The results will be announced at the Westside Restaurant Awards on Monday 5 June 2018, an event which is fast becoming the Oscars of the local restaurant scene. So now it’s down to the head chefs and restaurateurs across the region to nominate their young kitchen stars for this prestigious event. We’ll be contacting restaurants across the region in the next few weeks, reminding head chefs and restaurateurs to get involved. But don’t wait to be invited. If you employ a bright young chef with the talent and drive to reach the top, let us know. Incidentally, last year’s shortlist of talented young kitchen stars was all-male. We know there are some fantastic female chefs out there so please help us to put them in the spotlight in 2018.
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YOUNG CHEF OF THE YEAR 2018 Westside and My Fathers Heart are joining forces to search for the region’s finest culinary talent. If you’re a head chef or restaurateur now’s the chance to tell the world about the bright young stars cooking fabulous food in your kitchens. All entries must be under 25 years of age on 1 June 2018 To nominate your Young Chef please contact Westside managing editor Chris Wilson on chris.wilson@rmcmedia.co.uk
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Meet the chef HARD WORK IS HIGH ON THE AGENDA FOR THESE LOCAL CHEFS. RACHEL MARTIN FINDS OUT THE SECRET TO THEIR SUCCESS.
Ashoka Noor Alam: Head Chef Ashoka have been serving up Indian food of distinction since 1967 and I’ve been head chef for 21 years. I specialise in the tandoor, but breads and meat are my passion, and as I used to work in a butchers, it allows us to buy in whole and manage the process in house. A typical working day for me involves butchering, marinating, baking breads and cleaning, and I thrive on the adrenaline of a busy service. My signature dish is our mustard pepper lamb chops, and my advice to aspiring chefs: be prepared to put the work in and keep moving restaurants so you can learn as much as possible. 307 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8NX / Tel: 0114 268 3029 / www.ashoka1967.com
Haddon Restaurant at the Izaak Walton Hotel Simon Harrison: Head Chef I’ve been head chef at our two AA rosette restaurant at the Izaak Walton for threeand-a-half years, serving up classic flavour combinations with a modern twist. I started out in catering as a part time job at 15 and my passion grew from there. The buzz of the kitchen and the pressure was very addictive and the sense of achievement after every day made me want to make it a career. A typical working day for me consists of a bit of everything; from paperwork to mise en place, menu creation to developing dishes, no two days are ever the same, which is why working in a kitchen keeps you on your toes. I love being able to put my creativity onto a plate for others to enjoy and the buzz of a busy service is also pretty hard to beat. There is also nothing better than taking a whole fish or meat on the bone and prepping it down for the dish. It’s a core skill that every chef should have. My advice to aspiring chefs is be a sponge. Take everything in and write it down. You will never remember everything that you are shown or taught and you never know when it will come in handy. Dovedale, Ashbourne, Staffordshire, DE6 2AY Tel: 01335 350981 / www.izaakwaltonhotel.com 84 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
The Front Room Nadim Khan: Head Chef I’ve been creating authentic Indian fusion dishes at The Front Room for nearly three years and in the past, I’ve been a catering manager in various high-end Indian restaurants. When I was younger, I had a great mentor with over 25 years’ experience, and I enthused and enjoyed cooking at home. What I love the most about being a chef is the buzz of a busy kitchen and my signature dishes are lobster curry and rabbit minced with parat bread. My advice to aspiring chefs: you have to have a love and care for food to be a chef – that’s why I’m confident we have the best Indian restaurant around. 481 Langsett Road, Sheffield, S6 2LN / Tel: 0114 285 3439 / www.thefrontroomindianrestaurant.co.uk
Hidden Gem @ Work Ltd Sam Baker: Head Chef I’ve been head chef at Hidden Gem since September 2016, having previously worked for three years at Fischer’s Baslow Hall. I’ve always had an interest in food and decided to pursue this after sixth form, taking on an apprenticeship at Jury Inn Hotel and attending Sheffield Castle College for one year. A typical day for me begins with baking our specialty bread and rolls, then either running the pass or cooking on the stove. I love working with my hands and creating dishes using the best local produce we can source, and working alongside our students with learning disabilities within the café creates a wonderful and unique environment that I have not seen in any of my roles so far. My advice to other aspiring chefs: work hard from a young age and don’t rush your way through jobs trying to progress too quickly. Ringinglow Road, Sheffield, S11 7TB / Tel: 0114 262 0094 / www.hiddengemcafe.co.uk
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Seafood special FISH FIGURES PROMINENTLY ON A MENU THAT PROVES THE TICKLED TROUT HAS UPPED ITS GAME, WRITES CHRIS WILSON. aving grown up in and around pubs, and then served his restaurant apprenticeship working alongside Michelin-starred high flyers such as Gordon Ramsey and Marcus Wareing, Chris Mapp was always ideally suited to the tricky balancing act that involves simultaneously running a gastro pub and a restaurant. After a very successful last few years as chef patron at the Tickled Trout in Barlow, it seems Chris feels confident enough to ring the changes, and the recently revised menu looks decidedly more gastro than pub. The excellent selection of real ales is still there, and while steak and chips is off the menu, if you do fancy a good old carb-loaded plate of comfort food, burgers, pies and pizzas will satisfy that need. But elsewhere there are some lovely, flamboyant touches on a very wellconstructed menu that will appeal to seafood lovers in particular. The Tickled Trout is a versatile venue; there’s a lovely sunny conservatory as well as the restaurant, but on a bitterly cold Saturday lunchtime with sleet lashing the windows we bagged a seat in the lounge close to the roaring log fire. We began by sharing a portion of lightly fried whitebait with a pot of tartare sauce for dunking (£7.95). This is a dish I’ve fallen out with over recent years, but memories of too
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much greasy batter and not enough seafood fragrance were banished by this lovely appetiser. For starters I selected one of the new dishes labelled as ‘something special’, a bold claim that was justified with a flourish. Cornish cod brandade (£8.50) was a quail’s egg covered in cod, fried in the crispiest breadcrumbs and served with a light curry sauce and seaweed. On looks alone this dish was a stunner, and cutting into it revealed a perfectly runny yolk, and a heavenly combination of tastes and textures. Our other starter of arancini (£7.95) was a real crowd-pleaser, with crisp parmesan risotto squares and truffle mayonnaise. Two seafood main courses really played to the Tickled Trout’s strengths. The Cornish catch of the day (£17.50) was a dazzling concoction of sea bass fillets, dashi foam, samphire, mushrooms, mussels, roasted fennel and dauphinoise. From the fresh flakes of white fish to the crispy skin and intensely savoury foam, this was cooking of the highest order. The Looe day boat fish (£17.95) was equally complex, perfectly balanced and a joy to eat. Cod, butternut squash, brown shrimps and Fowey mussels worked together beautifully. A portion of salty skinny fries (£3) may have seemed out of place in such high class company but we thought we’d best
check the basics were not being neglected. With such a strong emphasis on fish you’d expect a good selection of white wines and a fresh and fruity Picpoul Plo D’isabelle (£7.95 large glass) was the ideal choice to accompany this seafood spectacular. Desserts included one of my all-time favourites, caramelised apple tarte tatin (£11.95 to share) and the Tickled Trout version, served with clotted cream and vanilla ice cream, was as sticky, salty-sweet, chewy and moreish as I could have wished for. The Tickled Trout has really upped its game and if you like high end cuisine in a relaxed, friendly setting, it must rank among the very best. Tickled Trout 33 Valley Road, Baslow S18 7SL Tel: 0114 289 1111 www.tickledtroutbarlow.com
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The perfect 10 WITH A NEW LOOK AND AN UP-DATED MENU, RANMOOR’S WELL-LOVED BISTRO IMPRESSES RACHEL MARTIN. p until the last year or so, Ranmoor was an area I rarely, if not ever ventured to – especially if food was involved. But after I discovered West 10, and its talented head chef, Will Cowling, I fell immediately in love. Since our last visit, the buzzing Fulwood Road wine bar has had a facelift, and clearly it’s been performed by an expert. Everything has been peeled, exfoliated, filled and polished and the result is pleasingly natural, mature and burnished. The freshly painted walls and restored wood bar nudge West 10 away from its drinking-den roots, and towards the high-end restaurant that spawned it, and the new menu is elegantly worked and impeccable. At glance, it reveals familiar classics chicken, ham and leek terrine (£7), confit pork belly (£15), pan fried hake (£16) - and we started the evening with a full bodied, citrus scented glass of False Bay chardonnay (£6.50). Salads are the bellwether of a good bistro, and my starter of pear and walnut salad (£6) came decorated with blue cheese and improbable quantities of fragrant balsamic. No two ways about it: this was the best bit of greenery I’ve had all year, each mouthful succulent, crisp, vibrant, fresh and delicious.
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If ever there were a dish to make you welcoming of the last of the arctic weather, my partner’s bowl of sweet potato soup (£5) was it. Delightfully light and creamy, it provided a fantastic contrast to the earthy taste and texture of the accompanying bloomer. My ears pricked up when I heard that the special was Norwegian Skrei Cod, a sustainable fish caught while travelling through Norway. Being so young (between 4 and 7 years) means the meat is firm, lean and packed with flavour and it’s seasonal, caught only during the winter. Will served up the fish with chorizo, squid and octopus ragu and roasted radicchio (£15). It had many layers of flavour and texture, but what brought it all together was the sauce – inky and rich, yet refreshing, sour and sweet at the same time, it was a real winner. My partner relished every bite of his beef fillet, served with wild mushroom, cabbage and truffle mash (£21). The meat was outrageously fresh and sweet and once again, the flavours all complemented one another. For dessert, we shared a plate of chocolate delice (£6), a perfectly presented cheese board (£6) and two large glasses of infamous Jonnie Red – another worthy
recommendation from proprietor, Jonnie Higginbottom. The chocolate delice was lavished with mixed berries and peanut caramel that crackled between your teeth, and the latter was a simple and well sourced selection of soft and creamy cheeses and crisp breads. After polishing off our wine, and one too many boozy berries (recycled raspberries left over from making Pinkster gin) we headed out into the night, both in agreement we would return. Though next time, vowing to better prepare for the inevitable West 10 hangover. West 10 376 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3GD Tel: 0114 230 9190 www.west10winebar.com
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MEET THE CHEF
Peppercorn Charlie Curran: Head Chef I’ve been head chef at Peppercorn for four-and-a-half years and before that I ran a restaurant with rooms in Bradwell, Derbyshire, called the Samuel Fox, for three-and-a-half years. My brother was a chef and told me they needed a pot washer where he was working, which is where I feel in love with the buzz of the kitchen. I enjoyed the atmosphere and loved learning new skills, and I also found it very rewarding when people enjoyed the food I had cooked. A typical working day for me involves putting all the fresh deliveries away, checking everything has arrived ok and general prep throughout the day, before heading straight in to service and then preparing orders for the next day. I love that no day is the same as any other, and I enjoy working with my team and the camaraderie within the kitchen. I also love making our amazing customers happy with my food, and Peppercorn will have been open for five years in August (2018), something I’m very proud of. My advice to aspiring chefs: start at the bottom and work your way up. Learn all you can from those around you and be prepared to put 100 per cent in – always. 289 Abbeydale Road South, Sheffield, S17 3LB Tel: 0114 235 0101 www.peppercorn-restaurant.co.uk
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Losehill House Hotel & Spa Joshua R-Hilton: Head Chef I’ve worked at Losehill for five years, under my fantastic mentor, Darren Goodwin, who has inspired me to be the chef I am today. The food we serve is a modern twist on classic flavours with fresh produce and a daily-changing seasonal menu, and my signature dish, if I had to pick one, would be scallops with a chorizo sauce, crispy prosciutto and courgette with a chorizo oil soil. I became a chef to make customers happy, produce good-quality food and fulfil my passion for creating modern dishes, whilst pushing my cooking methods. Every day is a new day and my life is food. Why not live it? Lose Hill Lane, Edale Road, Hope Valley S33 6AF Tel: 01433 621219 www.losehillhouse.co.uk 90 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
I have worked at Nonnas for seven years, where I serve a modern twist on Italian foods and hold one rosette. Previously, I was head chef at the Royal Oak, Barlborough for two years, having spent seven years at this little village pub where I first started my journey in catering, starting out as a pot wash when I was 14. I became a chef by accident. It was never my first choice as a career but when you’re young you never know what your future passion might be. And whilst I was working at the Royal Oak I went to college to complete a plumbing and electrical installation course and began looking for a job in the building trade. I found myself being given the same answer by interviewees: that qualifications where only a door opener, and so I completed an NVQ in catering and fell in love cooking. A typical day for me, like most chefs, goes something like this: espresso, head down, mise en place and keep pushing until the last check is sent. What I enjoy most about being a chef is no one day is the same. There are limitless possibilities when we create our weekly specials and I love the anticipation of writing a new menu. 537-541 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PR / Tel: 0114 268 6166 / www.nonnas.co.uk
The Peacock Inn Cutthorpe Andy Clark: Head Chef I have worked at the Peacock Inn for four years, serving up a range of food varying from pub classics, such as beer-battered cod chunk, to modern British food like the brisket and marrowbone suet pudding. Before I came to the Peacock, I was the head chef at the Dragons Fold restaurant in Chesterfield, having studied catering at college after leaving secondary school and falling in love with every aspect of it. I was inspired by my grandmother, who was a fabulous cook, she taught me a lot of the techniques that I still use to this day and I love coming up with new dishes. On a normal day in the kitchen, we all arrive around 9.30am to prep for service, which starts at midday, and we have a fantastic team, so everything is completed to a very high standard. My advice to aspiring chefs: if you have a strong work-ethic, a creative mind-set and positive attitude, you’ll go far in this industry. The opportunities are brilliant and I’d happily recommend it to anyone. School Hill, Cutthorpe, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7AS / Tel: 01246 563669 www.thepeacockcutthorpe.co.uk
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West 10 Wine Bar & Bistro Will Cowling: Head Chef
Silversmiths John Cluckie: Head Chef I’ve been head chef at Silversmiths for nine months, having previously trained as a group development chef under Marco Pierre White and once cooking for Nelson Mandela. A typical working day for me involves meeting with suppliers, menu design and planning, prepping for the day ahead and any upcoming events, as well as planning for potential big events such as weddings. Being creative, being able to travel and kitchen banter are some of the things in enjoy most about being a chef and my biggest inspiration is my mum. I actually started out in my catering career as a kitchen porter, working for her. My advice to aspiring chefs: keep your head down, work hard and take all the advice you can get.
I’ve been head chef at West 10 for four months, having previously spent four-and-a-half years in London, working in Michelin-starred restaurants. I started as a commis/junior when I first moved to the Big Smoke, and eventually worked my way up to senior sous chef. I’ve always had an interest in trying different foods, which my father encouraged me to do, and when I was 16 I took a job washing dishes in a large banqueting restaurant. From there, my responsibilities grew to food prep, and my head chef at the time encouraged me to pursue a career in the kitchen, so I went to Birmingham College to study culinary arts. I think cooking is a great way to be creative and add your own flair and passion to each ingredient, from a humble piece of veg to the finest cut of beef, every ingredient demands respect. And although I couldn’t pin down a signature dish, I love using fish and our supplier, JH Mann, supplies us with some fantastic fresh produce. My advice to aspiring chefs: the early days are hard, the hours are long and the work is not glamourous. But persevere and work hard and your career can be a lot of fun. Part of the challenge is to climb to ladder, so don’t let the fire in your belly burn out. 376 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3GD / Tel: 0114 230 9190 / www.west10winebar.com
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The Tickled Trout Jack Butler: Sous Chef I started out in my career as a kitchen porter at Sheffield’s Owlerton Stadium, before catching the chef ‘bug’ and working in various restaurants and hotels. I took to being a chef naturally, enjoying the artistic creative side but also the old school tough love military side of learning. And I love the ability to travel, meet new chefs and share their stories and recipes. As well as having the freedom to express yourself and watch people enjoy your creations. A typical working day for me starts by taking notes of any incoming deliveries or those to be placed, greeting all the staff and grabbing a cup of tea. Then it’s straight into prep for the day ahead. My advice to aspiring chefs: work hard, listen a lot and learn from your mistakes – you will make them, but it is all part of the fun. I’m also a keen reader of top chef and foodie books and find it very rewarding as it gives you a marker to drive towards. Learn from them, open your ideas, and remember, every chef draws on influences from other chefs. It’s a sharing community. 33 Valley Road, Baslow, S18 7SL Tel: 0114 289 1111 / www.tickledtroutbarlow.com 92 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
Made by Jonty Jonty Cork I opened Made by Jonty as I decided that I would like to own a café rather than a restaurant because I have always had a flair for making things and baking. We serve breakfast, brunch, light lunches and home-made cakes. By serving quality food in a café, you can always deliver a standard of service far above people’s expectations. Being creative, constantly improving, meeting customers; I enjoy the whole experience of being a chef. My signature dish is eggs benedict. 363 Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield, S11 8ZG Tel: 0114 266 6447 / www.madebyjonty.co.uk
Tapton Hall David Archer: Head Chef I have worked at Tapton Hall for almost two years and before that I was head chef at Greenscene Side Farm in Todwick, prior to three years at Aston Hall. I have over 14 year’s kitchen experience, but I actually enrolled on a travel and tourism course at college, alongside 23 women. As much as I like female company, it wasn’t for me, so I ended up studying for three and a half years at Castle College, which is renowned across the country for its catering department. Every day is different at Tapton Hall, but I usually I start around 10am and finish around 9pm. Time goes fast, though, as I have a good relationship with my co-workers, which makes for a great working environment. I don’t have a signature dish as such, but there are a few things I make which are always well received. I do a deconstructed beef wellington with dripping fondant and tender stem broccoli, and a homemade egg custard tart with nutmeg ice cream – there the two that are always winners. Shore Lane, Sheffield, S10 3BU / Tel: 0114 266 0051 / www.taptonhall.com
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The perfect setting CHRIS WILSON ENJOYS LUNCH IN THE GRAND SURROUNDINGS OF TAPTON HALL. here is no shortage of venues offering Sunday lunch, but few can provide the wow factor offered by one of Sheffield’s grandest buildings, Tapton Hall. The original Tapton House was built in the 18th century for the Shore family. It was rebuilt in 1855 and over the years became the residence for some notable Sheffield figures including George Wilson (of Wilson’s Snuff fame). It has been refurbished over the years and now functions as a fully modernised dining venue, ideal for banquets and special occasions. Meanwhile those echoes of the past, from the stone exterior that never fails to create a strong first impression when you emerge from the curved drive into the large car park, to the grand staircases and high ceilings of the interior. It all adds up to the perfect setting for a classic traditional Sunday lunch with all the trimmings and now, on the first Sunday of every month, that is precisely what is on offer. There’s no exposed brickwork, fake industrial lighting or impractical plonking of food on slates to be seen here, thank goodness. It’s pristine white tablecloths, Sheffield stainless steel cutlery and attentive, old-fashioned service all the way. That doesn’t mean stuffy though; the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and the
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food, beautifully cooked and generously portioned – everything that is good about the classic Sunday lunch. For starters tomato and basil soup was nicely seasoned and not too gloopy, while duck and orange pate, smooth and rich, was just crying out to be smothered on buttered toast. The main course is all about the classic roast dinner with a choice of beef, gammon or chicken, although there is a roast vegetable strudel available if you are that way inclined. It had to be roast topside of beef for me, served in thick slices, slightly pink in the middle, very tender and tasty. My companion chose the chicken breast which was, once again, carved thick and generously portioned. There were no side-dishes, our plates were piled high with a selection of traditional vegetables, roast and mashed potato, with a giant Yorkshire pudding balanced perilously on top, swimming (not drowning) in proper homemade gravy. You’re probably guessing that Sunday lunch at Tapton Hall is all about good, honest comfort food with no surprises, but when standards are this high the occasion is anything but routine. I loved the roasted root vegetables, full of flavour with plenty of nice chewy charred corners, while across the table my companion was raving about the smoothest, nicest mashed potato she had ever tasted. Desserts kept the warm, familiar glow
intact with a wedge of warm chocolate fudge cake with vanilla ice cream and a nicely sharp lemon meringue pie served with red berries and clotted cream. Speaking of warm glows, the wine list is very reasonable, with prices from £13.50 a bottle. A couple of glasses of house prosecco (£5) and house red (£5.80 large glass) served us nicely. Despite being one of Sheffield’s landmark buildings, as a dining venue Tapton Hall may have been off your radar in recent years. With bar and business lunches served from Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday lunch on the first Sunday of every month, now is the ideal opportunity to get better acquainted. Sunday lunch is £10.95 for one course, £13.95 for two courses, and £15.95 for three. Tapton Hall Shore Lane, Sheffield, S10 3BU www.taptonhall.com Tel: 0114 266 0051
AT A GLANCE... * Grand setting * Super service * Traditional Sunday lunch
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Fantastic Mr Fox… RICHARD ABBEY DISCOVERS WHY THE SAMUEL FOX COUNTRY INN KEEPS COMING UP TRUMPS IN THE WESTSIDE RESTAURANT AWARDS. egular readers of Westside won’t need me to tell them that the Samuel Fox Country Inn is something of a gem. Under the stewardship of chef/proprietor James Duckett, the cosyyet-seriously-classy Hope Valley pub has been worthy double award-winners at our annual restaurant awards twice – in 2015 and 2017 – scooping ‘Restaurant of the Year’ on both of those occasions. And the commendations don’t stop there; the AA five-star venue has also been included in the most recent Good Food Guide and been praised by Michelin. High praise indeed. This was my first visit to the Bradwell hostelry and, having delved through some back copies of Westside beforehand to get up to speed, I was delighted to find that it not only met my expectations but exceeded them too. What I really liked was the laid-back atmosphere, which is perhaps not too surprising given that this is a country pub after all. You can hang your coat at the door, pull up a chair in front of the log fire and tuck into a pint of local ale if you so wish. Or, if like me, your purpose is to sample the fine food, you can grab a glass of something – sparkling water for me, a Carmenere (£9, large glass) for my wife – before mulling over
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the tempting menu. Dinner is a set menu – £29 for two courses, £36 for three – with four starters, mains and desserts to choose from. A sevencourse tasting menu (£55 per person) is also available. After tucking into some excellent complimentary bread, our starters duly arrived. And didn’t disappoint. My goats’ cheese tortello was a riot of texture and flavour. Perfectly-cooked pasta was generously filled with unctuous goats’ cheese accompanied by circles of sweet potato, dollops of red pepper purée and crunchy almonds. A smoked almond pesto added further intrigue. My wife’s fish soup with saffron and curry was light and flavoursome; a good start. My main of pan-fried fillet of sea bream with a pearl barley and mussel risotto, charred lettuce and aioli was a triumph, and went perfectly with the glass of Mancuria Etnia sauvignon blanc (£7.80, large glass) as recommended by our host for the evening, Matthew. The risotto was particularly moreish, packed with flavour, and was complemented by the crispy skin and soft white flesh of the fish. Across the table, slow roasted belly pork with cannelloni, parsnip, braised cabbage and
cider sauce was perfectly judged, getting the thumbs up from my wife. We finished with generous portions of bitter sweet chocolate tart with mandarins, pistachios and chocolate sorbet and sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream; how we managed to fit all that in is anyone’s guess. This maybe fine dining but this is a pub after all. You won’t go home hungry. Just a 20-minute drive from the south west of the city, if, like me, you haven’t visited the Samuel Fox before, it’s time to give it a second thought. It’s a worthy winner. Samuel Fox Country Inn Stretfield Road, Bradwell, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 9JT Tel: 01433 621562 www.samuelfox.co.uk
AT A GLANCE... * Well-judged food * Relaxed atmosphere * Oozes class
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Italian flair THE STUNNING SURROUNDINGS AT ROSSI’S MIGHT CAPTURE THE IMAGINATION BUT IT’S THE FOOD THAT TAKES CENTRE STAGE, WRITES HANNAH SANDERS. he last time I marvelled at Michelangelo’s The Last Judgement was in the breathtaking Sistine Chapel amid a bustling crowd of people. I didn’t expect to be transported back to the cobbled streets of Rome, on a rainy Saturday evening in Sheffield, but as the doorman ushered us into Rossi’s, the traditional greeting and stunning Italian décor whisked us back to the Vatican City, minus the hustle and bustle of thousands of tourists. With its marble pillars, cascading ivy, mosaic floor and a ceiling adorned with frescoes it’s no wonder Rossi’s has stood the test of time. We were instantly greeted by owner, Vito Restaino, and shown to our table which gave us a perfect panoramic view of the restaurant. With so many tantalising dishes on the a la carte and specials menu it was difficult to decide, so to tide us over we nibbled on freshly baked bread with a balsamic and olive oil dip (£4.90) and olives (£3.90) along with a glass of house red wine (175ml £3.95) and a Pepsi (£2.45).
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After recommendations from Vito, we both chose from the specials menu. My partner opted for the salsiccia (£7.95), which consisted of rich Italian sausages partnered with a sweet red wine tomato sauce, while I went for the fritelle di pesce orientale (£7.95). The three cod and salmon fishcakes were delightfully crisp and the sweet chilli dip provided some subtle heat. For mains, I chose the spigola e Gamberoni (£18.95). The chefs didn’t miss a mark when it came to the seabass fillet, which was cooked to perfection with a light and delicate skin served on a bed of asparagus spears and a sweet white wine and lemon sauce finished with king prawns, fennel seeds and topped with thin strips of sweet potato. My partner went for the tender lamb shank (£18.95), served on a bed of parmesan mash, cherry tomatoes, peppers and mushrooms along with a side of roasted vegetables. The slow-cooked meat, with its rich and tender flavour, was covered in a thick tomato concassee sauce with hints of red wine and rosemary.
For dessert, my partner satisfied his sweet tooth with profiteroles (£4.95), which were tightly packed with Chantilly cream, covered in a heavenly chocolate cream and drizzled with a moreish chocolate sauce. I opted for something lighter – the lemon flute (£4.95) which was made up of generous helpings of lemon sorbet and a sharp kick of limoncello liquor which was a delightfully refreshing end to the meal. Rossi’s Restaurant 3 Sharrow Lane, Sheffield, S11 8AE Tel: 0114 258 8164 www.rossisrestaurant.vpweb.co.uk
AT A GLANCE... * Excellent service * Extensive wine list * Stunning décor
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Soft shell crab
Sea bream fillets
Poached pear
Explore the unknown THERE’S MUCH MORE TO MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE THAN GREEK SALADS AND GYROS, WRITES RACHEL MARTIN. MUCH MORE. he Mediterranean just got a little closer to Sheffield. I say this having recently eaten a soft shell crab – sweet, marinated seafood tucked into a buttery, deep-fried exoskeleton – at The Mediterranean on Sharrow Vale Road. But calling The Mediterranean “a Mediterranean restaurant”, doesn’t quite do it justice. Because when people hear Mediterranean, they tend to think Greek salads and gyros, of which they serve neither. For its cuisine, The Mediterranean reaches across the sea, from North Africa to Greece to the Middle East. And what the kitchen has come up with, is some of the best and most exciting food anywhere in Sheffield right now. No dish underlines that sentiment like the monkfish: slow-cooked until tender, then blasted with heat. And like almost every dish at The Mediterranean, it struck our pleasure receptors with waves of soft-then-crunchy textures and spicy-then-sweet flavours. The menu, too, is written in a way that conveys a sense of adventure, of exploring the unknown, coupled with familiar comforts, and dictated by seasonality and market availability.
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And wines run the gamut from familiar to exotic, coupled with an affable waiter who can help you along either path – leading us to a Vintage Vino dei poeti Prosecco and a flavour that is gently sharp and fragrant. I started with the aforesaid and the surprise delight of the night: sea-fresh soft crab (£6.99) and for my companion, a light and wispy, yet distinctly rich and creamy portion of goat’s cheese wrapped in filo pastry (£6.50). Topped with caramelised onions and accompanied by fresh-from-the-oven bread for scooping, this was a subtle and delightful assembly of flavours and textures, and the underlying pesto dressing gave a lovely savoury afterglow. From the mains, bream fillets (£18.99) came bubbled and blackened, but salty and powerfulwith the white flesh ready to fall from the fork. My companion’s monkfish came nicely caramelised on the outside and giving within, with a hint of spice and unusual fruitiness from the accompanying condiment. Composed desserts are light and floral, like my companion’s crème brulée with raspberry coulis and mango foam (£5.95). But what
summed up this meal was the extraordinary texture of my poached pear with red wine and cinnamon glaze and vanilla ice cream (£5.95) – the spoon slicing through without any resistance, as though it had become a warm mousse. Our waiter’s must-have dish of paella must wait for my next visit, but that won’t be long, as I’ve already booked to return soon. And when a restaurant can persuade a critic to go back and spend their own money, it’s definitely a winner. The Mediterranean 271-271 Sharrow Vale Road, Hunters Bar, Sheffield, S11 8ZF Tel: 0114 266 1069 www.mediterraneansheffield.co.uk
AT A GLANCE... * Sea-fresh * Spicy-then-sweet flavours * Explore the unknown
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Plain sailing in Panama CARMEL STEWART RECENTLY ACHIEVED A LONG-HELD AMBITION TO TRANSIT THE PANAMA CANAL. HERE ARE SOME EXTRACTS FROM HER BLOG WHILE ON BOARD THE REGENT SEVEN SEAS NAVIGATOR.
Vive la difference The big difference between the independent traveller and the experienced cruiser is that the former hold on tight to their possessions, paperwork and passports, come what may. Experienced cruisers are altogether gentler, more trusting souls. The boss says hand over your passport at the beginning of the cruise and they do – not just for a few hours or even a few days but for the full duration of the excursion which, for some, could be as much as four months. For me, it has to do with the potential disasters every serial catastrophiser (such as myself) has at the forefront of their minds – the ‘what if ’ list of imagined problems. These will include an unforeseen event which will require paying a large bill, arrest for mistaken identity, detention for an unintentional misdemeanour (or for failure to pay that aforementioned large bill) and, on this trip, the need to buy an airline ticket to the next port due to one of the possible catastrophes actually becoming a reality. The point is, every solution includes the production of a passport which is not possible when my passport is locked on board inside the captain’s safe and I am locked inside the local jail. So, when the cruiser and the independent traveller meet, a compromise is called for. Suggestions on a post card, please.
Plain sailing After the initial clash of cultures, we have settled into our first cruise very well. By we I mean my Australian-based sister, Kathy, with whom I have been travelling for the past umpteen years. When booking, we chose our cabin with care opting for a mid-ship, twin berth, with balcony. Taking the hit for an all-inclusive deal has taken much of the hassle out of the whole process. We can eat where and when we like; we can drink where and when we like; and we can take part in lectures, activities and shore excursions on the same bases. So, when you are researching your cruise, have a calculator close by. All-inclusive has an expensive initial outlay but, once you have delved into your savings account searched every pocket and piggybank to gather together the 102 Westside | www.sheffieldvibe.com
required cash, that’s it. By contrast, a pay-as-you-go cruise will have you constantly checking to make sure you haven’t exceeded your allocated budget. But inevitably, there are things that will cost extra. For example, in my personalised Passages newsletter – thoughtfully delivered to every cabin every evening – I note that I can have an ‘Age Defying Pedicure’ for ‘Just $115’. The problem is that, while my feet may well acquire a more youthful appearance, the rest of me is ageing with alarming alacrity. The only real surprise is how rocky the journey has been. I have always been certain that a large vessel will be pretty stable, but the weather is such that everyone is rolling along the corridors – tail-end of the hurricane season will do that.
A cruise ship negotiating the Gatun Locks on the Panama Canal at Colon
Rolling Along Things have calmed down considerably since those first few nights and we have made very rapid progress, almost imperceptibly. We visited the Cayman Islands, which were very pretty and very English – roundabouts, driving on the left etc. Had hoped to ‘interact’ with turtles and stingrays but cancelled due to the bad weather so visited the botanical park instead. A few days later we visited Tayrona Park in Colombia where the guide was useless and the trip pointless. He knew nothing about the flora and fauna of the area. In addition, the loos were awful, no water either to flush or wash hands – bit yuk, frankly. But I enjoyed Cartagena, a little further up the Colombian coast, the following day, mainly because I chose the soft option – the hop-on, hop off tour during which I hopped on at the beginning and hopped off at the end. Kathy did similarly but added a city stroll to her itinerary and took some great pics showing the contrast between the old and the new. The day after was the day I had been waiting for – the transit of the Panama Canal – and we did so in style.
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A dream come true We had been given an excellent talk the day before by the on-board Smithsonian Lecturer, Terry Bishop, so were well primed as to the history and the lay-out of the locks and the lake. We arrived early in the morning and were provided with an intermittent commentary which was not quite up to the Bishop’s standard but certainly added to the occasion. The captain directed operations from a mobile workstation on a cantilevered balcony so that he had an uninterrupted view of the canal and we had an uninterrupted view of him. We could see what was happening from every angle all day – it was really terrific. And, if anyone felt the need of a lie down during the long day, they still had a ringside seat, as it were, via the bridge dash cam relay to all cabins 24/7 throughout the entire cruise. For those who like the facts and figures, the Panama Canal is 48 miles long and connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, providing a conduit for ships and boats of all shapes and sizes. It comprises three sets of locks at either end of the Gatun Lake. The work was
originally begun by the French in 1881 but they did not have the required engineering expertise. The Americans took over the project in 1904 and the Canal finally opened in the summer of 1914. Its construction cost billions of dollars and thousands of lives. Small towing trains, known as mules, guided us through the locks. They run on tracks alongside, ensuring we don’t veer off course. Additional guide ropes are used to help the process. Alongside the original canal, there now runs a wider transit corridor which can accommodate larger commercial shipping. We were given maps of the canal and, later that evening, received personalised certificates as a memento but we didn’t really need a reminder. It was a brilliant day which really lived up to expectations with not even a minor hiccup let alone a catastrophe.
Regent Seven Seas all-inclusive cruises start at a touch under £3,000 but alcohol, food, flights and fun are all included. www.rssc.com Tel: 02380 682 280
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Luxury destination YOU’LL FIND ELEGANCE, EXTRAVAGANCE AND MORE AT THIS CLASSIC MALTESE HOTEL. tep into the world of the Victoria Hotel; a luxury hotel in Malta with elegant rooms, extravagant spa facilities and multi-purpose conference halls with free Wi-Fi and underground parking facilities for your ultimate convenience. The hotel revels in comfort and charm with the loyal staff ’s help embracing a harmonious feeling of a homelike environment. The Victoria Hotel in Sliema is located very close to the seafront and the main promenade where you will find an abundance of bars, restaurants and high street top designer brand shops. It is also just a fiveminute drive away from St Julian’s the most popular hub of the nightlife in Malta. Despite being central, it is nicely tucked away from all the hustle and bustle the locality is known for to provide a tranquil and pleasant environment.
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Rooms Looking for luxury hotel rooms in Malta for your stay? The Victoria Hotel offers an iconic five-star experience at a four-star hotel, making it one of the leading and most superior four-star city hotels in Malta. The recently refurbished rooms and suites now combine all contemporary amenities needed to surround you with the enduring and classic signature elegance of the hotel. Some of these features include a smart LCD TV, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, full range bathroom accessories, free Wi-Fi connection and a safe deposit box. Classic Room – These rooms embrace the same elegant and classic, yet modern style and design. Even though the classic rooms have no balcony terrace, they make up for it with a convenient living area space for your relaxed and pleasurable time in Malta. Classic Balcony Room – Love your coffee in the morning while enjoying some fresh air? The classic balcony rooms come with your private balcony terrace and are set with classic and elegant furniture for a comfortable stay.
“The Victoria Hotel offers an iconic five-star experience at a four-star hotel, making it one of the leading and most superior four-star city hotels in Malta.”
Superior Room – The combination of contemporary design and Victorian elegancy, well-appointed work desk, plenty of natural light and a subtle mix of colours define the comfort of these superior hotel rooms.
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Executive Room – Conveniently located next to the spa and gym facilities, the executive rooms are the newest addition to the room and suite collection at the hotel. Crocodile leather imitation materials, checked tile motives and silver frames create a serene environment to rest and relax. Junior Suite – With an extra lounge area, wellappointed work desk and recently renovated settings, these suites create a sophisticated and modern environment. Harmonised with elegant Victorian style features including luxurious hounds-tooth fabric, black and white checked tile pattern and playful pugs depicted on the tapestry cushions, these junior suites provide classic comfort and elegance. Deluxe Suite – These deluxe suites boast a refined layout with a comfortable lounge area and a well-appointed work desk, luxurious, recently renovated settings and elegant furnishings. These suites proclaim a modern look that is complemented by the tasteful elements of the Victorian style. Executive Suite – The executive suite is a spacious two-bedroom suite elegantly designed and equipped. Recently designed, the suite distinguishes itself in style; an elegant and extravagant mix with dramatic red and soft brown colour combinations. The best part of the suite is its beautiful terrace equipped with a cosy sauna and shower facility for your relaxing end of the day and a seating space perfect for your morning coffee.
Dining Discover exceptional restaurants and dining experiences, in the heart of Sliema. The Victoria Hotel not only caters for your comforts of sleep and relaxation but also provides with a variety of options to choose from for your ideal meal whether it’s breakfast, lunch or a splendid dinner. Explore four restaurants that are unique in the cuisine offered, as well as in style and décor. The Copperfield’s Restaurant is the signature scene at the hotel. It offers a fresh and bright new look equipped with natural lighting, a new aquamarine colour palette scheme and subtle floral patterns. For your breakfast, lunch, dinner and even your afternoon tea, the Copperfield’s is for you. The Penny Black Bar is your typical British pub in which you can enjoy great pub classics and local traditional dishes served in a cosy ambience with friendly folks behind the bar and the taste of homemade burgers to die for. In summer, you can enjoy the true taste of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine at A Tavola, situated in Alexandra Gardens between Palazzo Capua and The Palace.
Facilities Whether you are on holidays or on a business trip, you need to take care of your body and soul. Forget about everyday stress or your work deadlines – all the troubles will go away once you will relish in the spa and leisure facilities. Some of the facilities include swimming pools indoors and outdoors with breath-taking Sliema roof top views, Spa and Wellbeing Club, Health and Fitness Club, business services, Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, a fashion outlet, concierge service, chauffeur service at the lobby, foreign currency exchange, and more.
Events The Victoria Hotel’s events team offers a full package of event planning services. From planning the logistics to coordinating the technical aspects of your celebration including budgeting, scheduling, venue selection, coordinating parking, coordinating speakers or entertainers, arranging decor, event security, catering and emergency back up plans – we will take care of all of it and more. Whatever kind of event, from weddings to business related meetings, The Victoria caters for it all. The Penny Black Bar
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Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Coun Anne Murphy enjoyed a tasty slice of the fundraising action as Sheffield’s Milestone Group launched a partnership with St Luke’s Hospice on National Pizza Day.
It was a case of keep calm and carry on as year four pupils at Westbourne School stepped back in time to discover a world of wartime hardship. Dressed in period costume, children found out what it was like for families of the 1940s to go through evacuation, experience an air raid warning and live with food rationing. And on a lighter note, they also found time to learn classic morale boosting song Run, Rabbit Run.
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Best-selling author Lee Child, writer of the Jack Reacher books, is a former Sheffield University student and has donated a chance to be in one of his books as an auction prize at Sheffield’s Daffodil Ball in aid of The Children's Hospital Charity.
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Charity showcase for the city’s finest at My Fathers Heart A taste of the best of Sheffield and an evening of pure luxury was served up by My Fathers Heart at an event dedicated to raising money for Sheffield’s most vulnerable people. Investec Wealth & Investment and My Fathers Heart came together to offer luscious cuisine from BORA cooktops and Forge Bakehouse, gin samplings from Sheffield’s own Robin of Loxley Distillery and a display of prestigious motors from John Holland Cars. In association with award-winning cocktail bar, Kettle Black, the evening included fantastic live music direct from Ibiza, a charity auction and a prize draw where one lucky guest won their height in beer! Two local charities - City Hearts and The Cathedral Archer Project - benefitted and £6,575 was raised for these worthy causes. Auction lots included a gin masterclass and tour of Locksley Distilling Company, a cookery experience at Northcote Manor, a case of Billecart-Salmon Rose Champagne, London opera tickets for two at the elegant Opera Holland Park Theatre courtesy of Investec Wealth & Investment, a VIP table for six at Kettle Black, a Robinson’s Brewery experience for 12 people with lunch and wine, teeth whitening from S4S Dental and a chauffeur-driven evening in a prestige car from John Holland Cars.
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Bond over bread IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT, OR JUST RAISE YOUR BAKING GAME, SAY ‘OUI’ TO AN ARTISAN BREAD-MAKING COURSE AT WELBECK ABBEY, WRITES PHOEBE SEYMOUR. “
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emember – you’re the boss. You need to established boundaries,” shouted our master baker, Emmanuel Hadjiandreou, as I cautiously pinched the sticky dough in my bowl. Who knew French baking was so much like a relationship? One person tends to wear the trousers, and you need to be clear about your intentions and boundaries or you may find yourself in a sticky situation. But the politics of love aside, taking a cookery course can be a rewarding experience, whether you’re a solo baker or a couple looking for an activity to bond over. And what could be more romantic than baking bread from the love capital of the world? What’s more, The School of Artisan Food is based on the idyllic Welbeck Estate, a gradeII registered historic park in Nottinghamshire made up of some of the country’s most
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important rural heritage buildings and surrounded by 15,000 acres of woodland and farmland, as well as a deer park. Tucked away in a village-like setting, away from the main house, all was peaceful and quiet, save for the flap of a bird’s wings, as I entered the school on a bright and early Sunday morning. On arrival, I was led to a dining room, where I was met with a trough filled with huge, round loaves of flour-dusted bread. After sampling a delicious apple and cinnamon teacake with a cup of coffee, our class of 14 were greeted by Emmanuel and bakery co-ordinator, David Carter. We were in safe hands. Emmanuel has been in the baking industry for over 30 years and has worked extensively in Greece, Germany and London. Originally from South Africa, he now lives in Hastings and travels to the school twice
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The class pose with their finished breads
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a week to train the next wave of bakers. David has an interesting background too. Proving it’s never too late to turn your passion into your career, he was originally a solicitor. After being made redundant some ten years ago, he decided the time had come to try something new. He had enjoyed one of the school’s short courses so much, he quickly enrolled in their ten-month advanced diploma in artisan baking. After that, he got a job at the school as a technician. Since then, he has climbed the ladder to bakery co-ordinator and has done baking demos at a number of cookery shows and events up and down the country. As we were taken to our workstations and put on our aprons in the adjoining room, I felt the same kind of apprehension the contestants on The Great British Bake Off must feel, when they are about to make bread in front of such renowned bakers. The day started with some teamwork, as we got into three production lines to weigh
out all the ingredients we would need for our pain de campagnes, baguettes and brioche. Emmanuel would demonstrate a step or two, then we would go away and try it for ourselves. This involved a lot of getting our hands sticky, as one by one, we folded each type of dough into shape – the opportune moment for couples to recreate that romantic scene from Ghost. Along the way, Emmanuel and David were happy to do some troubleshooting with us, exploring all the types of yeast, from the dry, active kind, to the fresh variety, which comes in blocks, suited to those who bake more often. Emmanuel also explained how he made the bubbling bowls of poolish, a pre-ferment made the night before from equal parts water and flour, which we added to our baguette and pain de campagne mixtures. We had reached the point where our doughs were resting, covered in our bowls. While Emmanuel’s balls of dough looked smooth with little excess on his bowls, he reassured us less seasoned bakers that our shaggy-looking doughs were not ‘a mess’, but rather ‘rustic’. Once we’d rolled our baguettes into four sausages, wrapped them in tea towels on a tray and put them in the fridge to chill, we went back through to the dining area for a well-deserved carvery buffet, created by the talented chefs at the school. After lunch, we put the finishing touches
on our loaves, scoring the tops of two of our baguettes and chopping the other two in places to make them look like sheaves of wheat. Our pain de campagnes, which had been proofing in their swirl-patterned bowls, had retained this shape and were scored, while the brioche were brushed with an egg glaze and sprinkled with sugar. The baguettes and campagnes were slid into a huge, industrial, steam-filled oven, and the brioche were slid into smaller conventional ovens. Et voila! Our beautiful bakes were ready. It had been a tiring day, but the satisfaction of seeing – and more importantly, tasting – our finished golden-brown bakes at the end made it all worthwhile. If you don’t think yourself much of a baker, a sense of humour is key. Emmanuel and David’s brisk teaching, combined with their easy-going natures, made the class much more relaxed and enjoyable. French baking is certainly something fun and different to try. Whether you are a regular baker wanting to up your game or a complete novice, you’re sure to learn a thing or two on this full-day course.
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CRAFTSMAN NICK HUNTER, WHO SPECIALISES IN CARVING EXQUISITE WOODEN BIRDS. EXPLAINS HIS PASSION TO HANNAH SANDERS.
ucked away a corner of Stannington, perfectly nestled between the rolling hills, a craftsman is hard at work. Looking across Sheffield’s valleys and being greeted with breath-taking views, made even more spectacular on the day we met by the blanket of snow settling on the ground, this is where local woodcarver Nick Hunter spends his days. After studying fine art in South Africa, Nick returned to London to continue his studies before settling in Sheffield. “I had never thought about a career as a woodcarver – the cards just fell that way. I remember when I was a child, amongst posters of The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix was a photograph from National Geographic of an old man in a carving workshop. Looking back on that there must have been something
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drawing me to this career.” As a talented self-taught woodcarver and skilled painter, Nick uses his many years’ experience to introduce simple and delicate beauty into people’s homes through handcarved birds. Through observing nature, Nick brings originality into each individual tiny carved bird, from the shape of the beaks to the sparkle in their eyes, and brings their personalities to life through the addition of delicate colour. For Nick, the creative process begins with researching and observing each individual species. He then spends time sketching, understanding the shape and different elements of the birds before the carving process. “Once I have the basic shape, I get a block
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of jelutong wood, draw the side shape and cut it out. Next I move onto the beak which is added in as an extra piece of stronger wood and then it is time for the carving process. “I don’t sand anything, as that can sometimes deaden the effect. Once the bird is finished, I use a casein paint to add the finishing touches, and then usually place them on plinths make out of burr oak.” Whether he is carving a wren, woodpecker, kingfisher, wagtail or a starling, Nick uses a range of tools and his artistic eye to create something that captures their simplistic essence, and he makes every species hard not to admire. “It’s hard to give an exact measurement of the time it takes, as there are so many different processes. Sometimes I spend longer on the researching and drawing of a particular species before carving. “I actually really like the sound of the carving, and find it therapeutic. I worry about a lot of things in life, but running out of ideas is never one of them, and I find it satisfying when i transform the birds from a sketch into a 3D piece of artwork.” Nick enjoys creating unusual species on commission and with his experience in traditional decorative carving and his skills in hand-cut lettering, Nick can personalise each bird’s perch with dates, initials or quotes. “I’ve previously made a full sized toucan and a kestrel which were both interesting to create. I’ve also made bees which are popular, as well as snails and rabbits.” Aside from the contemporary birds, Nick also does more traditional work including decorative carving, hand-cut lettering and carving repairs. He’s previously done pieces for Chatsworth House which included an intricate snake banister and carved mouldings. “The handrails at Chatsworth were done in sections as it was such a big project. I started by carving the heads and tails before moving onto the scales. I got into a nice rhythm with
‘I feel blessed and I am incredibly grateful that I can do this. Basically, I feel I’ve been given a gift and I need to use it to the best of my ability.”
this, so it was really enjoyable and I liked imagining the Duchess going up and down the staircase, using the scales to pull her up. “I feel blessed and I am incredibly grateful that I can do this. Basically I feel I’ve been given a gift, and I need to use it to the best of my ability. I like to express myself through carving and above all, want to make sure I always enjoy it.”
The birds are available to purchase from the workshop or online. To find out more about Nick Hunter and his work, or to place an order visitwww.nickhunter.co.uk or nickhunterwoodcarver.bigcartel.com
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ACQUIRED TASTE The Bentley Bentayga needs no introduction – it’s the company’s first ever SUV and it’s as luxurious and pompous as any Middle-Eastern oil billionaire could ever hope for. Along with the 6.0-litre W12 petrol unit, the Bentayga is now available to order with a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine developing 542 bhp and 568 lb ft (770 Nm) of torque. Fuel economy has been stated at 24.8mpg on the combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 260g/km. Fuel range is predicted at 464 miles on one tank of fuel. In order to achieve these results the engine will deactivate half of its cylinders in order to save fuel whilst on a cruise. Price and release date yet to be announced. Expect this to be the most popular variant.
SPECIAL EDITIONS AND LUXURY SUVs ARE THE ORDER OF THE DAY FOR JORDAN CUTFORTH.
Stand out from the crowd Honda has announced its pricing for the anticipated new diesel Civic manual hatchback. Available now, with the automatic landing in early summer, the entry-level S model with manual transmission will start from £20,120 OTR rising to £24,925 for an EX trim car with the six-speed manual gearbox. Trim levels will mirror those of the existing 1.0 VTEC Turbo petrol model with S, SE, SR and EX trims available. The EX trim is also available with an optional Tech Pack for £600 which adds LED headlights with washers, LED fog lights, wireless phone charging and heated rear seats. The Honda Civic is a great alternative to the usual crop of German hatchbacks, and this Civic stands out even more than before.
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Stuck in the middle Find that there’s not enough product range in the Mercedes AMG powerhouse division to choose from? Well Mercedes should now have you covered with this, the new 53-series model range. Available only on the CLS, E-Class Coupé and the E-Class Cabriolet, the 53-series range perfects fits the bill between the rampant 63-model range and the more tame 43 models. Every 53 model range comes with a 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine, but this engine is different because it will be a hybridised. The engine itself will produce 435 hp and delivers 520Nm of torque, with the electrical side of things providing an additional 16 kW of output plus 250 Nm of torque momentarily. It comes with a nine-speed auto gearbox and all-wheel drive (4MATIC).
door handles and a black rear bumper. Standard paint is exclusive Carbon Steel grey metallic, along with side bars and a rear styling bar finished in matt black. Underbody styling and unique Dark Label decals complete the exterior design. On the inside, there are seat trim covers finished in Alcantara, black headlining and vent bezels trimmed in chrome silk gloss. Available with a 202hp 3.0-litre V6 unit mated to an eight-speed auto gearbox.
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Stoneacre Price £15,220 Deposit Contribution £1,968.19 Customer Deposit £Nil Monthly Payment £199.99 Amount to Finance £13,251.81 GMFV £5,688 Total o Payable £17,055.72 Duration of Agreement 48 No. of Monthly Payments 47 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Mileage Charge10.2ppm APR 4.9% Fixed Rate 2.4%
Stoneacre Price £17,999 Deposit Contribution £850 Customer Deposit £2,499.55 Monthly Payment £199.35 GMFV £5,280 Total o Payable £17,999 Duration of Agreement 48 No. of Monthly Payments 47 Annual Mileage 5,000 Excess Mileage Charge 6.0ppm 0.00% APR 0.00% Fixed Rate
Personal Contract Hire* Initial Rental £1,073.94 Monthly Payment £178.99 Profile 6+47 Duration of Agreement 48 Annual Mileage 8,000 Excess Mileage 10.08ppm
Personal Contract Hire* £1,798.80 Initial Rental Monthly Payment £299.80 Profile 6 + 47 Duration of Agreement 48 8,000 Annual Mileage Excess Mileage 10.08ppm
Peugeot: eld S41 8LF 8LF. F. P eugeot: Sheffield Road, Chesterfield TELEPHONE: 01246 572700 Honda/Mitsubishi: TTapton apton Lock, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield S41 7JB. TELEPHONE: 01246 511301 Honda: 1185 85 Archer Road, Sheffield S8 0JX. TELEPHONE: 0114 22362885 362885
Abarth 595 Finance Example
Stoneacre Price £15,510 Deposit Contribution £700 Customer Deposit £1,799 Monthly Payment £179 Amount to Finance £13,011 GMFV £6,280 Option Fee £10 Total ot l Payable £17,192 Duration of Agreement 48 No. of Monthly Payments 47 Annual Mileage5,000 Excess Mileage 6.0ppm APR 4.40% Fixed Rate 4.39%
Opening Hours: Monday - FFriday riday 9.00am to 7.00pm, Saturday Sa turday 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm Cars shown for illustration purposes only. finance subject to status, Applicants must be 18 or overr. guarantees/ indemnities may be required. Stoneacre act as a non-independent credit intermediar y. We work with a number of carefully selected credit providers who may be able to offer you finance for your car. We are only able to offer finance products from these providers. A list of providers is available on request. Any lender or broker or intermediar y we work with may pay us for introducing you to them. This figure is available on request. Fuel consumption figures (MPG) shown are taken from the manufacturer,, they are obtained under specific test conditions, they may not be achieved under ‘real world’ driving conditions. However the figures ser ve as a means of comparing models of a similar type. Finance based on Personal Contract Purchase between 5000 & 6000 miles per annum, Excess mileage charges apply, available over 24, 36, 42 and 48 months. You will not own this vehicle until all payments are made. *Personal Contract Hire, You o will not own ow the vehicle at the end of the term.
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Stoneacre Price £12,659 Deposit Contribution £1,500 Customer Deposit £159 Monthly Payment £159.98 Amount to Finance £11,000 GMFV £5,310 Total o Payable £14,658.04 Duration of Agreement 49 No. of Monthly Payments 48 Annual Mileage 5,000 Excess Mileage Charge 3.6ppm APR 6.1% Fixed Rate 6.07%
SEAT Aro Arona Finance Example
Stoneacre Price £16,494 Deposit Contribution £1,000 Customer Deposit £679 Monthly Payment £199.99 GMFV £7,378.87 Credit Arrangement Feee £10 Total o Payable £18,667.39 Duration of Agreement 49 No. of Monthly Payments 48 Annual Mileage 5,000 Excess Mileage Charge 3.6ppm APR 4.9% Fixed Rate 4.84%
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Stoneacre Price £8,845 Deposit Contribution £250 Customer Deposit £139 Monthly Payment £139 Amount to Finance £8,456 GMFV £2,901.79 £9,972.39 Total oto Payable Duration 49 months No. of Monthly Payments 48 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Mileage 7.5ppm APR 4.9% 2.52% Fixed Rate
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Stoneacre Price £7,995 Cash Price Saving £1,410 Customer Deposit £599 Monthly Payment £129.99 Amount to Finance £7,396 GMFV £2,313 Total o Payable £9,021.53 Duration of Agreement 48 No. of Monthly Payments 47 5,000 Annual Mileage Excess Mileage Charge 6.0ppm 5.3% APR 5.28% Fixed Rate
Citroen C3 Finance Example
Stoneacre Price £14,015 Deposit Contribution £2,371.85 Customer Deposit £Nil Monthly Payment £179.99 Amount to Finance £11,643.15 GMFV £4,776 Total o Payable £15,607.38 Duration of Agreement 48 No. of Monthly Payments 47 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Mileage Charge 6.6ppm APR 4.9% Fixed Rate 2.4%
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Peugeot 2008 Finance Example
Stoneacre Price £16,615 Deposit Contribution £2,311.19 Customer Deposit £NIL Monthly Payment £219 Amount to Finance £14,303.81 GMFV £5,083 Total o Payable £17,733.72 Duration 49 months No. of Monthly Payments 47 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Mileage 6ppm APR 2.9% Fixed Rate 2.9%
Hyundai Kona Finance Example
Stoneacre Price £16,495 Deposit Contribution £1,250 Customer Deposit £999 Monthly Payment £209.87 Amount to Finance £14,246 GMFV £6,194.84 Total o Payable £18,517.60 Duration of Agreement 49 No. of Monthly Payments 48 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Charge 15.0ppm APR 4.9% Fixed Rate 2.52%
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Stoneacre Price £21,7250 Deposit Contribution £750 Customer Deposit £2,500 Monthly Payment £249.89 Amount to Finance £18,475 £11,038 GMFV Total o Payable £24,783.38 Agreement 43 Months No. of Monthly Payments 42 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Charge 9.9ppm APR 5.9% Fixed Rate 5.73%
Stoneacre Price £14,750 Deposit Contribution £3,092.37 Customer Deposit £NIL Monthly Payment £189 Amount to Finance £11,657.63 GMFV £3,610 Total o Payable £15,631.90 Duration 49 months No. of Monthly Payments 47 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Mileage 6ppm APR 2.9% Fixed Rate 2.9%
Stoneacre Price £13,945 Deposit Contribution £510 Customer Deposit £179 Monthly Payment £179 Amount to Finance £11,256 GMFV £4,169 Total o Payable £15,473 Duration 49 months No. of Monthly Payments 48 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Mileage 9ppm APR 4.90% Fixed Rate 4.90%
Peugeot: eld S41 8LF 8LF. F. P eugeot: Sheffield Road, Chesterfield TELEPHONE: 01246 572700 Honda/Mitsubishi: TTapton apton Lock, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield S41 7JB. TELEPHONE: 01246 511301 Honda: 1185 85 Archer Road, Sheffield S8 0JX. TELEPHONE: 0114 22362885 362885
Mitsubishi PHEV Finance Example
Stoneacre Price £34,975 Deposit Contribution £2,500 Customer Deposit £6,500 Monthly Payment £399.95 Amount to Finance £25,975 GMFV £13,252 Total o Payable £39,049.90 Duration of Agreement 43 No. of Monthly Payments 42 Annual Mileage 6,000 Excess Charge 9.9ppm APR 5.9% Fixed Rate 5.73%
Opening Hours: Monday - FFriday riday 9.00am to 7.00pm, Saturday Sa turday 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm Cars shown for illustration purposes only. finance subject to status, Applicants must be 18 or overr. guarantees/ indemnities may be required. Stoneacre act as a non-independent credit intermediar y. We work with a number of carefully selected credit providers who may be able to offer you finance for your car. We are only able to offer finance products from these providers. A list of providers is available on request. Any lender or broker or intermediar y we work with may pay us for introducing you to them. This figure is available on request. Fuel consumption figures (MPG) shown are taken from the manufacturer,, they are obtained under specific test conditions, they may not be achieved under ‘real world’ driving conditions. However the figures ser ve as a means of comparing models of a similar type. Finance based on Personal Contract Purchase between 5000 & 6000 miles per annum, Excess mileage charges apply, available over 24, 36, 42 and 48 months. You will not own this vehicle until all payments are made.
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