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Editor’s Welcome

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elcome to the March edition of That’s Nice magazine. We’ve almost made it, winter is nearly over!

Come March 20th, we are officially in the season of spring and I, for one, am very excited.

With the equinox comes a host of traditional local festivals to remind us all that spring is in the air. This month, our new writer Mélodie Michel takes a look at the Violet Festival in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, the Olive Festival in Cagnes-sur-Mer and, the weirdest of all, the Cougourdon Festival in Cimiez. We welcome Mélodie on board, and look forward to some interesting, native takes on events to come!

Indeed, our team here at That’s Nice is happily growing. Budding photographer Alicja Bzdak joins us also, taking pictures for our articles. She’s the new Through the Lens photographer as well, so if you see her snapping away while out and about at our favourite bars, be sure to say hello (she’ll be easy to spot)!

The UK Festival kicks off on Saturday 5th with a special exhibition at La Station. What follows is a three-week, electronic music extravaganza, with some Nu Soul, Post Rock and Afro Pop thrown in for good measure. Well done to Panda 06 Productions for putting together this major event, it certainly deserves all of our support.

We have to say a big Happy Birthday to vintage store Caprice, who’ll be celebrating 2 years on March 19th. There will be 20% off in-store from the 14th to the 19th, and a big birthday bash, so be sure to drop in and enjoy the festivities.

For those of us looking to lose the winter bulge, we have some helpful tips on how to get a flat tummy in our Lifestyle & Health page this month. Can’t find the motivation to exercise? Then join the latest fitness craze, Zumba, at La Havane on the 22nd. Zumba is a Latin dance fitness program that is taking the world by storm. Sounds like a lot of fun.

Thanks to the television series Mad Men, 1950s fashion is making a huge comeback. It was perfect inspiration for this month’s fashion page, featuring our friends Anna, Mathieu and Kelly. Well done to Fashion Editor Stephanie for putting together this great photo shoot.

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Speaking of photos, this month’s front cover should hopefully inspire you to find your Irish side this St. Patrick’s day. By that, I mean getting hopelessly drunk on guinness and whiskey, in true Irish style!

Thanks to David for another great cover, they are becoming quite iconic. David will be exhibiting photographs of his recent trip to Kenya, in support of Your Nice Apartment and the Charity Mama Biashara, at a special show at Snug & Cellar on March 26th. Details are in our Riviera Events guide.

So, you can expect all that and more in this edition of That’s Nice. Feel free to drop me an email or Facebook message if you have any restaurant recommendations or article ideas. I love hearing from you.

Happy reading, and see you next month!

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An entire music festival dedicated to us Anglophones!

07 SPRING IS IN THE AIR

Feeling as though the winter will just never end? Well, here are some traditional local festivals to remind you that sunny days are just around the corner.

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The key to a happy and successful life in France is to speak the language. In this article, we look at the different ways to help you master the art of communication.

10 RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Gaglio restaurant is one of the most attractive, and noticeable, restaurants in Nice. So how does it rate on the cuisine? We also take a look at one of Antibes most famous eateries, Michelangelo.

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11 FOOD GUIDE

Your comprehensive guide to eating out in Nice. We only recommend the best!

12 THE FASHION PAGE

Thanks to the television series Mad Men, 1950’s vintage fashion is making a serious comeback!

13 ART & CULTURE, BOOK REVIEWS Highlighting The MUD Office exhibition, and the Femin’Arte Festival in Antibes.

14 MAPS OF NICE

Three detailed maps of the city plus the locations of some of the best addresses in town!

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LIFESTYLE

This month we look at how to spot a good lover, how to loose the belly fat, and an alarming new self-harm study.

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17 RECIPES FROM THE RIVIERA

Darlington chef Nixu Plummer creates a delightful threecourse feast that will amaze your dinner guests, and yourself!

18 RIVIERA EVENTS

A calendar of events for the French Riviera, highlighting a special charity event in Nice.

19 ESSENTIAL GUIDE

Local DJ Tris Kayo brings you March’s hottest concerts.

21 PUB GUIDE

A selection of the best bars in Nice.

22 CINEMA RELEASES

What’s hitting the big screen in France this month?

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MUSIC NEWS

Bringing you the latest news from the world of international music.

24 LIVE MUSIC & LIVE SPORTS

There’s live music every night of the week in Nice. Who are you going to see? Plus, a guide to this month’s televised sporting events.

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GAMES

Take some time out with our Irish quiz, sudoku, word puzzle and spot the difference.

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HOROSCOPES

What do the stars have in store for you in March?

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Festival in Nice How’s this … an entire festival dedicated to UK culture and music! But why? a) Because it’s the end of winter and there’s not much else to do. b) Because there’s a large Anglo Saxon community in the French Riviera. c) Because the natives don’t often get the chance to see UK touring artists. and d) Because the organisers of the festival LOVE music from the UK!

For the month of March, Nice goes British with a series of concerts, an art exhibition and film screenings. Spread out over a dozen different venues, the UK Festival will host some big names from Britain, including England’s most recognised DJ, Pete Tong. Pair that with hot new artists like soul singer Andreya Triana and Afro-Pop chic Ebony Bones!, and you’ve got a tasty, 3-week treat.

Debuting as the UK Festival this year, the event actually had humble beginnings as a drum & bass weekend a few years ago. But the organisers realised there was a lot more music they should be representing – trip-hop, jazz, pop, rock, soul, dub step, and house. So the crew at Panda 06 Productions put together the United Kingz Festival in 2010 with a whopping 17 acts covering different genres.

Sensing that the real spirit of the festival wasn’t obvious enough, they changed the name to the UK Festival, which brings us to today.

Now, this isn’t a French music festival posing under the title of the UK. It’s an honest celebration of the Brits. Each artist is either from the UK or has strong links to the sovereign state. Audiences on the Côte d’Azur are getting the chance to see some established or up-and-coming British artists, on their home turf.

There seems to be something for everyone in the lineup, however electronic music lovers will be particularly pleased. The climax happens on Saturday March 19th, when Pete Tong, Metronomy, Erol Alkan, Zombie Disco Squad and Quadricolor take to the main stage of the Palais Nikaïa. Performing on the alternative stage are Caspa, Hexstatic, Wagon Christ aka Luke Vibert, DJ Seed, Onelight and My E.T. It’s an electro feast, and particularly rare in this corner of the globe. For far too long now, Nice has been ignored by tour managers citing a shortage of adequate venues, a perceived lack of public interest, and little support from the powers that be. But, thanks to dedicated groups like Panda 06 Productions, electronic music is slowly being drawn from the underground and presented on mainstream stages, such as Nikaïa and Thêatre Lino Ventura. “It’s hard because people don’t know anything about this music,” says Panda 06 Productions PR Manager Virginie Bernad. “When you tell French people that it’s electronic music, they say ‘oh goodness, what is that?’ It’s really hard to get support when people don’t want to listen to the music.”

But it helps when you have an ace up your sleeve – particularly a hugely successful electronic festival just 30 minutes from Nice. Panda 06 Productions are also behind Plage Electronic, a five-night beach DJ extravaganza. It began with a

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crowd of just 300 and now draws around 10,000 people every night. It proves there is a market for electronic music here on the Côte d’Azur.

But the concept of the UK Festival is broader than it’s Cannes counterpart, and there’s a nice variety of music to mix things up. Other acts include Nu Soul and Trip Hop artist Andreya Triana, who attracted plenty of attention with her debut single ‘Lost Where I Belong’, released in April 2010 under Ninja Tune records and produced by Bonobo’s Simon Green. Her soulful sounds will be supported by post-punk group Grasscut.

Scottish band Mogwai will represent the post-rock genre. Known for their lengthy guitar-based instrumental pieces, melodic bass guitar lines, and heavy use of distortion and effects, Mogwai (named after the Gremlins critters) have been enchanting crowds for almost 15 years.

British singer-song writer, record producer and television star Ebony Bones! will bring Afro-Pop to the stage in Nice. She was named as one of the “40 Men and Women who Make London” by Time Out for their 40th Anniversary edition, and her single ‘We Know All About U’ became BBC Radio 1’s most played single by an unsigned artist.

True to its roots, drum & bass fans will enjoy the line-up at Nikaïa Live, with Fabio & Grooverider, the Qemists, DJ Flore featuring Rodney P and our very own Essential Guide DJ Tris Kayo vs eBeneZer! High Hotel will host a house party featuring Stuart Patterson, the man at the forefront of London’s cutting edge club scene for over a decade. Florida Beach is putting on a party from 3pm on Sunday 20th, with Ladybugz aka Miss Callis featuring T. Maronie, for some broken-beat, neo soul and future jazz.

There are also some after parties at bars, an art exhibition at the supercool former abattoir La Station, and some English film screenings at the Mercury Cinema, including the very controversial ‘9 Songs’.

We’re giving That’s Nice readers the chance to win two tickets to the UK Festival! Check out the details on our ‘Contents’ page or website. Also follow us on Facebook throughout the month for previews, reviews and pictures!

Tickets to the UK Festival can be purchased at FNAC stores.

By Cassandra Tanti

Need something to perk you up after a long, cold winter? Here are some traditional local festivals to help lift the spirits!

Violets Signal Spring

If you are feeling as though the long and cold winter will never end, then you can finally rejoice. The first spring event of the Riviera is here! On the 12th and 13th of March, Tourrettes-sur-Loup is celebrating the end of the violet picking season with a flowery festival that will softly awaken your hibernating hearts.

Firstly, a little history about the festival. When Grasse became the perfume capital in the 19th century, the surrounding villages started developing flower growing, each specialising in a different kind of flower. Because of its clayey soil and temperate climate, Tourrettes-sur-Loup chose the violet. Described as delicate, secret and sweetscented, the flower required a lot of care, which is why the picking was left to women, who had to work quickly but precisely. Today, the village is still one of the major production sites in Europe, but the tradition seems to be disappearing: there are only 4 producers left in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, compared to 72 in the 1970’s.

Because of its mysterious and fragile character, the violet has been associated with many different concepts throughout history. In ancient times, it was thought to represent the transition between worlds, and was often called “the smile of the dead”. Later, it was used as a symbol of faithfulness, humility and purity. Its soothing qualities also made it the main ingredient of many remedies against headaches, sore throats and bad livers.

The violet festival, created in 1952, puts forward hand-crafted products that allow you to appreciate the violet’s attributes. Its scent is described as flowery, sweet and iridescent, and can be found in soaps and fragrances. Its delicate flavour also stands out in savoury dishes such as foie gras or duck breast. But in order to really appreciate its unique qualities, the sugared flowers made in the region are a must. Eaten alone as sweets or dissolved in a glass of champagne, they are sure to stimulate your taste-buds.

Tours of the Bastide aux Violettes (a museum that celebrates these traditions) will be organised during the festival, and the grand finale will be a procession of flower floats, painstakingly created by various associations, through the streets of the medieval village.

Spring

is in the air!

The Magic of Olives

Olives are a defining emblem of Provence, and are impossible to miss on the Côte d’Azur. From your garden to your plate, and even your bathroom, they are to be found everywhere. Why not take advantage of the Festival de l’Olivier on 2nd April in Cagnessur-Mer to fully appreciate this integral part of Mediterranean culture?

To make olive oil, producers extract the essence by crushing and pressing olives, before separating the oil from the water using decantation or centrifugation techniques. There are a wide variety of olive trees, and many different techniques are used to produce oil, which results in infinite variations of flavour and aroma.

As the passionate owner of Oliviera, a restaurant that revolves entirely around olive oil, Nadim is an expert on the subject. He explains that “olive oil is good with everything, from juicy tomatoes to beef carpaccio.” He even likes to add a dash of sweet oil to his tiramisu!

The particular variety of olive trees that grow in the region, called Cailletiers, produces very sweet fruits with a hint of almond. According to Nadim, it is simple to enjoy their full flavour: “My favourite is olive paste (a kind of tapenade, but without anchovies or garlic). Olives niçoises don’t need much seasoning to be delicious”.

But the kitchen is not the only place where you can find olives. Hailed for its moisturising properties, olive oil has been used in cleansing rituals since ancient times. Today it is often included in cosmetics such as soap, shampoo or body scrubs, as its beautifying qualities are to this day unsurpassed.

It is no secret that Mediterranean lifestyle and diet significantly prolongs life span, and in the last ten years, scientists have confirmed the health benefits of olives. Olive oil has been proven to reduce the risk of heart attack and cancer, and is now recommended by most doctors as part of a healthy diet. If you don’t already use olive oil in your cooking, then take a trip to the olive festival, where you can try many different types of olive oil. You will surely be delighted by the authentic taste of the south, the delicate aroma, and the golden appearance of this most ancient of nectars.

The Cougourdon Phenomenon

Have you ever seen one of those weirdly shaped, painted gourds in the house of a Nice native and wondered what the hell it was? Well, you’ll be happy to learn more at a festival dedicated entirely to the cougourdon, in Cimiez on the 27th of March!

The cougourdon is an inedible kind of squash known on the French Riviera for centuries. Admired for its feminine curves, Nice residents couldn’t let it go to waste so they decided to take advantage of its wood hardness and use the gourds for holding water and wine. It turned out this incongruous gift of nature actually maintained the temperature of liquids, making it the first natural thermos!

Its wooden like material also aroused the curiosity of musicians, who started sculpting and harmonizing it to create new sounds. Two main instruments came from these experiments: the ‘vespa’ (wasp in niçois), a wind instrument whose low buzzing sound reminds us of a stinging bug; and the ‘pétadou’, a friction drum that makes a sound similar to that of a string bass. Derived from the word ‘pet’ (fart), its name comes from a Carnival tradition that believes this celebration assists communication between the dead and the living, so people should eat flatulent food to prevent evil spirits from penetrating their bodies! With its very low tone, the pétadou also helps keep them at a distance.

Born in the 16th century, the festival is called Festin des Cougourdons after the market that always took place during the religious celebration of the Annunciation. Every year in Nice’s Jardins du Monastère, you can enjoy traditional dances, taste local products or buy painted cougourdons. According to tradition, every inhabitant of Nice must own one!

By Mélodie Michel

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As babies, we learn a language by imitating people. We also learn to stand, then to walk, then to run. When learning FRENCH, we use the same approach.

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Don’t let that cute guy or girl get away anymore; order the food and drinks you actually want without offending the waiter; and stop being taken for a clueless tourist! Learning French is your ticket to success. C’mon, even babies can learn languages! Forget the boring, tedious lessons of your childhood; you need something that keeps you interested, right? Well perhaps this will help …

Modern and fun Language is all about making yourself understood and communicating with others. Thankfully, language teaching techniques have developed tremendously in recent years, and they’re now more fun, intuitive, and effective.

The process involves total immersion - learning simple blocks of language, and gradually building these up to allow you to express more complex ideas. Long gone are the days of laboriously studying verbs by rote like a multiplication table, and learning obscure vocabulary before you know how to order a beer.

As babies, we learn a language by imitating people. We also learn to stand, then to walk, then to run. When learning French, we use the same approach.

Attitude Learning a language, and taking those first awkward steps, is all about having the desire to communicate. And a positive, confident attitude is essential. If you speak confidently with a smile, it doesn’t matter one bit if you make grammatical errors, as long as you communicate. How charming is it to hear a non-native speaking English, making themselves understood with hand gestures, errors here and there, and a thick accent? Well it’s the same when you try to talk to a French person. They find our accent very cute, so don’t be afraid, just go for it. You’ll be surprised how accommodating people can be when you make an effort.

online If time is at a premium, and flexibility is a must, then language-learning software is a great solu-

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tion. Personally, I would recommend Rosetta Stone, which is genuinely good fun and seemingly effortless thanks to its intuitive approach.

Simply install the software and follow the steps, slowly building up your knowledge. This includes voice recognition to correct your pronunciation, and a very straightforward interface. You will be asked to match a written or spoken phrase to an image, and the apparent simplicity of each stage of the course is testament to the brilliance of its design. You listen, imitate, click on some colourful images, and before you know it you are able to put together useful phrases, without a dictionary or grammar guide in sight. This programme brilliantly recreates the immersion and desire to communicate that we experience as infants. The course is split into practical scenarios, such as ordering food, greeting friends, travelling and going out, so will quickly have a real impact on your ability to live your life in French.

Rosetta Stone French Level 1 is available for €209, or if you want to commit, you can go for Levels 1 through to 5 for €599. An investment of both time and money, this is still a bargain, as by the end of level 5 you will be well on the way to conversing freely.

Language Exchanges Learning on a laptop is convenient, but it also lacks the social aspect, which is what language is all about. Spoken language evolved long before the written word, so if programs like Rosetta Stone have got the ball rolling, these skills need to be put to use in everyday scenarios. A great way to do this is a language exchange, whereby you agree to meet for 2 hours with a French person wishing to improve their English. For the first hour you both speak in French, and for the second hour in English. This is an invaluable step in learning to understand spoken French in the real world - with background noise, the toand-fro of real conversation - while benefitting from the patience afforded by a fellow learner.

The flexibility allows you to vary the length and frequency of sessions, it is totally free, and very sociable. The Riviera is exceptionally cosmopolitan, so you can easily find locals who will be delighted to have the chance to practice their English. Simply post an ad online

Getting by in French (www.leboncoin.fr is a great site for classifieds) and take your pick of the candidates!

Language Schools The Côte d’Azur offers a vast choice of language schools catering to all ages, tastes, and targets.

Learning with a specialised language school provides invaluable structure, and regular sessions that will help to drive your language skills onward and upward. The presence of a teacher, and the conviviality of fellow, highly motivated students, makes this an excellent way to learn. Provided you have the time and the budget to take this route.

The Centre International d’Antibes is highly regarded and proposes a wide range of teaching modalities.

This private school, which holds the Français Langue Etrangère label of quality, welcomes 5,000 students every year, and is set in beautiful grounds on the hills of Antibes. They offer a wide selection of learning options, including residential courses, short learning trips for the mature student, and executive language courses, as well as a great variety in the duration and complexity of courses. Expect to pay between €155 and €240 per week for a daily, three hour course for adults. More info on http://www.cia-france.com.

Further east, the Institut Français in Villefranche offers a more intimate setting, also providing residential and day courses to a variety of students. http://www.institutdefrancais.com.

Language skills can be an important business asset, and for those who have been transferred to the region, a business language school is a great way to follow courses tailored to the business learner. The formality required in business dialogue is taken into account, as well as the particular vocabulary and jargon of various industries. Sophia-Antipolis is home to a handful of business-focussed language schools, and an online search reveals the wealth of options. Your HR department may have agreements with a particular school, so talk to them first.

Private Tutoring The international nature of this region also means that there is certainly no shortage of private tutors, typically charging around 20€ per hour. While generally fitting into your timetable, they also provide the benefit of personalised, face-to-face learning, where the pace of the lessons is adapted to you, and you alone. This makes it very effective. Learning one-on-one with a native speaker also gives you invaluable insight into the intricacies and subtleties of the language.

Learning a language requires patience and determination, but is one of the most rewarding and fascinating experiences. It broadens your horizons and opens up countless opportunities. Speaking French will bring people into your life that would otherwise be locked behind the language barrier, and will allow you to fully discover the beauty and wealth of France and its rich culture. Take the first step on the most fantastic of journeys, you will not be disappointed.

Speaking a foreign language can be a perilous journey, so here are some essential tips to bear in mind when starting out, a few pointers to ease your passage through everyday French life.

Smile – A warm smile, as in many things, goes a long way, and the clumsiest most inaccurate French will be well received.

Be Polite – The French love to feel respected, so address your counterpart with a friendly Bonjour, followed by Monsieur, or Madame (Sir or Ma’am). This one word implies greater respect, and you will be respected in return. Bear in mind that Mademoiselle (pronounced mad-mwah-zel) is for younger, traditionally unmarried, females. Calling a girl Madame will make her feel old, and slightly offended!

Niceties & Short Cuts – Everyday French is saturated with formalised expressions of politeness, which can be bewildering. On leaving a shop, you will often be bombarded by Merci, bonne journée, au revoir, meaning, Thanks for the custom, have a nice day, goodbye, or variations on the theme. Said at a hundred miles an hour, this can be disorientating. To avoid just walking off sheepishly, say De même, au revoir, meaning Likewise, goodbye. A beautiful catchall phrase, that is polite, simple, and colloquial.

La Bise – English speakers greet each other with a sim-

ple yet slightly distant Hi. No such reserve for our Mediterranean hosts. When greeting a woman, it is typical to give her la bise (pronounced beez) - a kiss on either cheek, which is actually just making the sound, and touching cheeks. To pass as a local, and to avoid awkward moments, always kiss her cheek to your right first. Some regions just kiss once, others three or even four, but on the Riviera it is a well balanced two times. For more formality, or with a more elderly lady, a handshake is more suitable. Men shake hands. These greetings are to be repeated the first time you see someone, each day, which can mean the first half hour at work is given over entirely to greeting one’s colleagues.

Tu & Vous – Having two words for ‘you’ is truly alien to

Anglophones, but the distinction is extremely important. Using tu implies familiarity, intimacy and complicity, whereas the use of vous denotes respect, distance, and formality.

Use tu with people who are close to you, and children. Use vous for people you don’t know well, colleagues (depending on the culture of your company), and those older than you. Using tu with a stranger is basically an insult, as you are showing a lack of respect. Use vous to be safe, use tu if you feel close to someone. When using vous, stick –ez (pronounced –ay) on the end of the verb, and you won’t go far wrong.

Coffee – Start your day well buy ordering the coffee you

actually want, bearing in mind that here ordering un café, will typically get you an espresso. If you want a longer, brewed coffee, go for un café américain. Un crème is an espresso with a dash of cream or milk, un noisette is an espresso with a little milk or froth, and add some cocoa to get a cappuccino. Café au lait is half espresso, half milk.

Beer - To blend in, don’t get a pint, rather un demi - a more elegant 25cl glass of beer. Order un pression (draught beer), for extra credibility.

Garçon! – In case anyone doesn’t know this already, do not call out garçon! to get the waiter’s attention. Common in films and the 19th century, this is a huge faux pas that will guarantee you do not get served.

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Restaurant Reviews Gaglio, Nice

This month we review one of the latest and most attractive restaurants in Nice, Gaglio. With its majestic burgundy two-story façade, large open terrace and grand, half-arched windows revealing numerous chandeliers, this place certainly draws the attention of passers by. Thankfully, as much thought has been dedicated to the cuisine as the décor, making this a welcome addition to the competitive local dining scene.

Situated next to the famous St François fish market, and on the corner of Jean Jaurès, the restaurant has retained both the name and character of this former jewellery store, as well as its stately charm. Violet, cream and dark wood tones throughout add warmth and a touch of the contemporary, while large, glass cabinets filled with antique tableware enhance its vintage character. Velvet tufted chairs and small round tables on the first floor make for relaxed meals or comfortable afternoon tea, and crisp white tablecloths and elegant seating upstairs is ideal for refined dining.

The menu is a pleasant mix of traditional French, Italian and Corsican cuisine, but the chefs have added some clever, personal touches. The salmon blini, one of my favourite appetisers, feature a very large, fluffy, housemade pancake topped with quality marinated salmon and a fresh chive cream (11€). The chestnut soup is promised cappuccino style and delivered in a delicate cup and saucer (10€). It leaves you wishing chestnut cappuccinos like this were as readily available as the coffee variety.

While most French restaurants stick to a rigid list of ingredients, many of the main dishes at Gaglio offer delightful gourmet surprises. Turbot, monkfish, octopus and rabbit stand out among local favourites such as lamb confit and seafood spaghetti. Presentation is befitting of the restaurant’s polished character - scallops are served on a picture-perfect squid ink risotto, and colourful cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs are freely used for garnish. Meat and fish are priced around 20€ per dish, which is acceptable considering the quality of produce, and the attention given to each plate. Pastas are further down the price scale; gnocchi with gorgonzola and walnuts is a steal at 10€, as is the asparagus risotto with pancetta for 12€.

The wine menu lends itself to either Corsican vineyards, or well-known French regions, including Font du Broc and Crozes Hermitage. There are also some very reasonably priced bottles from Côte de Provence.

Desserts are plentiful, and most are of the light choux dough with flavoured cream or custard variety.

They’re all on display, which also makes them hard to resist when you are dropping in for an afternoon coffee or tea!

2 Place St Francois, Nice Tel: 04 93 85 42 13

It’s as easy to spend around 90€ here on a nice dinner for two, as it is 20€ over lunch. The great thing is they set the stage, make the offer and, depending on your budget, the rest is up to you. The place is classy but not stuck-up, and there are enough temptations on the menu to keep you coming back. The people behind Gaglio have clearly worked hard to make sure this restaurant remains a part of the scenery for many years to come. By Cassandra Tanti

Michelangelo, Antibes

Michelangelo is a hidden treasure, tucked away in a narrow alley near the port of Antibes.

Though it is well known to locals, uninitiated visitors to Antibes are not likely to stumble across this restaurant. Frequented by A-list celebrities during the Cannes Film Festival, Michelangelo has been luring connoisseurs of fine, transalpine food for many years. It is rare to find Italian cuisine prepared so faithfully to its spirit of simplicity, with careful preparation and fresh ingredients. Yet in all aspects, Michelangelo excels.

Despite its big reputation, the restaurant itself is delightfully cosy with elegant and simple decor, befitting its secluded location. The venue was previously a wine cellar of the renowned Domaine Ott vineyards, and exposed brickwork combines with slightly arched walls to give a 3 rue des Cordies, Antibes rustic, warm vibe that ties in perfectly with the authentic cuisine. This remains a sophisticated 04 93 34 04 47 venue however, and the staff is formally dressed, providing amiable and responsive service, without being obtrusive. They will not loiter on your shoulder, but will be there when you need them.

Upon arrival at Michelangelo, we were treated to some excellent olives and grissini. This was followed by a starter of mixed hams, olives, artichokes and salad, which arrived elegantly presented and generously proportioned. The ingredients are left to speak for themselves - they are fresh, authentic, and full of flavour.

For main I tried the wood-fired pizza, as for me this is where Italian restaurants stand or fall, depending so much as it does on the savoir-faire and skill of the pizzaiolo, and the quality of ingredients at his disposal. The Michelangelo passed the test admirably, with a pizza that, albeit a little small for my appetite, was perfectly baked with a light base, generous garnish, and was quite simply delectable. A bottle of red chosen from the middle order was excellent; the wine list offers a nice mix of Italian and French wines. Indeed, the whole meal was a delight from start to finish. My fellow diners all seemed equally satisfied by their meals, and the dishes served around me were as impeccably prepared as my own.

Expect to pay around 60€ per head for two courses and wine, but for that you receive a near-perfect dining experience. By Oliver Duncan.

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Food Guide

Past Reviews l’Univers - Michelin Star 54 bld Jean Jeurés 04 93 62 32

Le Locale - Italian resto & deli 4 rue Rusca Nice Port 04 93 14 08 29

Snug & Cellar

Nice’s only Gastronomic Pub www.snugandcellar.com

Nice’s only gastronomic pub has established a strong reputation for it’s dynamic changing tapas and quality à la carte menu. This is creative cuisine where every dish shines.

NEW Spring Menu Food served every day, 12pm - 11pm Corner of rue Droite & rue Rossetti Tel: 04 93 80 43 22

Cave de l’Origine - Wine Bar 3 rue Dalpozzo - 04 83 50 09 60

Rossetisserie - Roast meats 8 rue Mascoinat 04 93 76 18 80

Caffé Bianco - Modern French 9 rue Chauvain 04 93 13 45 12

Zen - Japanese -

27 rue d’Angleterre 04 93 82 41 20

Bistro Fromager - Fondue -

29 rue Benoit Bunico 04 93 13 07 83

11e Art - Contemporary -

11 rue Meyerbeer- 04 93 87 57 15

Darlington The Darlington is a chic, relaxed and fun bistro restaurant, morphing French and world cuisine. The emphasis is on fresh flavours, creatively delivered, and finished with a smile.

Cave Wilson - Wine Bar -

16 rue Gubernatis - 04 93 85 33 10

Darlington - Modern Bistro 11 rue Dellile - 04 93 87 92 32

Les Jardins du Capitole - French 52 Prom. des Anglais 04 93 44 78 81

Le Choucas - Fondue -

3 rue Place Vielle 04 93 62 13 44

Darlington www.darlington-bistro.com

Open Mon - Sat lunch, Fri - Sat dinner 11 rue Delille, Nice Tel: 04 93 87 92 32

Chez Juliette - French 1 rue Rosetti - 04 93926847

Le Pain à Table - Bakery Restaurant 1 rue St. François de Paul 04 93 62 94 32

Delhi Darbar - Indian -

Adonis

Authentic Lebanese

frog fresh & natural

www.frog-restaurant.fr to read the reviews visit: w

Situated on the picturesque rue Saint François de Paule, Adonis is an authentic Lebanese restaurant that combines the sophistication of European cuisine with the excitement of eastern spices.

14 ru Abbaye 04 93 01 45 68

Bellota House - Spanish -

19 rue de la Prefecture 04 93 68 61 83

Le Virginie - Seafood -

Place August Blanqui 0493551007

Snug - Gastro Pub -

Corner rue Droite & rue Rossetti

Giuseppe & Peppimo - Café/Resto Open lunch & dinner Mon - Sat 12 rue St François de Paule, Nice Tel: 04 93 62 30 88

Place Garibaldi

La Pierre Bise - Pierrade Restaurant 5 rue Barillerie 0493 53 44 94

Le Tire Bouchon - French -

Frog

The cuisine at Frog is an impressive show of beauty colliding with texture.

Think organic, fresh produce meets refined, comfortable dining. Throw in delicious cocktails and hand picked wines, and you have one of Nice’s most established and respected restaurants.

Open Tues - Sun, 7pm - 12am 3 rue Milton Robbins, Nice Tel: 04 93 85 85 65

ww.thatsnicemagazine.com

rue de la Prefecture 04 93 92 63 64

La Chaumiere - A-list Restaurant 384 bld de L’Observatoire 04 93 01 77 68

Adonis - Lebanese -

12 rue St Francois de Paule 04 93 62 35 02

Frog - Modern French -

65 rue Milton Robbins 04 93 85 85 65

Gloss - World Food -

16 rue Delile 04 93 81 71 87

L’Ybane - Lebanese -

1 rue de la Liberté 04 93 16 26 26

Caffé dell’ Arte - French Cours Saleya 04 93 62 30 37

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Fashion

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Lace dress, 145€ Mademoiselle White bag, 35€ Caprice Hat, 45€ Caprice

Burberry Jacket, 75€ Caprice Hugo Boss Trousers, 30€ Caprice Shoes, 75€ Caprice Dior briefcase, 100€ Caprice

Skirt, 65€ Fashion Gallery White top, 16€ Galleries Lafayette

Shirt, 10€ Caprice Valentino trousers, 30€ Caprice Hat, 35€ Caprice

Polo shirt, 29.95€ Benetton Skirt, 125€ Mademoiselle Bag, 65€ Caprice Sunglasses, 35€ Caprice

Vintage 50’s ... the fashion from over half a century ago returns with A vengence!

Shirt, 34.95€ Benetton Trousers, 54.95€ Benetton Hat, 26.95€ Benetton Shoes, 49.95€ Benetton

Dress, 75€ Caprice Bibi hat, 45€ Caprice Tapestry bag, 40€ Caprice Jacket, 90€ Caprice

Vintage furniture, Caprice

2nd Birthday Celebrations 19th March

6pm - 9pm DJ Mr Jaz, free food & drinks - Special birthday prices in store 14th - 19th March!

Art &culture

FRANCISCAN MUSEUM, CHURCH AND MONASTERY OF CIMIEZ Open 10am to 12pm and 3pm to 6pm/closed Sundays

The MUD Office, Dan Robinson & Charlie Jeffrey

MATISSE MUSEUM 164 Avenue des Arènes de Cimiez Open 10am to 6pm, closed on Tuesdays

The UK Festival kicks off in style with an art exhibition at La Station in Nice, presented by England’s The MUD Office. In their works, artists Charlie Jeffrey and Dan Robinson pose as professional leisure specialists, mocking the social and business practices of western societies. The night will include music by Robert Le Magnifique, and 2 DJ’s covering electro, rock and hip hop. 9 route de Turin à Nice, Tram stop Vauban, entry 5€.

MARC CHAGALL NATIONAL BIBILICAL MESSAGE MUSEUM Closed on Tuesdays Cost: 6.50 Euros www.musee-chagall.fr

Femin’Arte Festival

ASIAN ARTS MUSEUM 405, Promenade des Anglais Arénas www.arts-asiatiques.com

La Station, Nice

MUSEUMS

Salle Polyvalente du Fort Carré Antibes Gender equality is not exactly France’s favourite topic, despite the country being ranked at a shocking 46th place in the 2010 Gender Gap world report. The issue is rarely mentioned in the media, and what’s worse, French women don’t seem to be particularly bothered by the situation. All of which begs the question, does feminism really exist in France? It does according to the organiser of Fémin’Arte, an annual festival that promotes women in the arts, although it is expressed in a more subtle way, through the medium of comedy.

For over a decade, Fémin’arte has attracted the country’s best female artists, for a festival that addresses the very serious issue of gender inequality, in a very unconventional way. Fabienne Candela, the creator’s daughter and current organiser, explains that although the annual two week festival is militant in action, “hoping to give women expressive space as well as exposure”, the use of a humorous atmosphere helps to “reach out to a broader audience”. It seems to be working pretty well, tickets to the various shows are always sold out and they are attended equally by men and women.

This year’s festival will run from the 11th to the 19th of March, and features the singer and accordion-player Chloe Lacan who humorously combines music and story-telling; the American cabaret dancer Amy Gordon, made famous by her hilarious vagina-kazoo performance; the comedians Anne Tappon and Juliette Fournis, who both portray women on the verge of a nervous breakdown in their respective one-woman-shows; and Jane, who reprises Raymond Devos’ words in her show “De vous à moi”. For more information on shows and reservations, go to www.feminarte.fr or call 0493 941 121. By Mélody Michel

BookReviews

MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY (Palais Masséna) 35 Promenade des Anglais MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY AND MODERN ART (MAMAC) Promenade des Arts Open from 10am to 6pm/closed Mondays www.mamac-nice.org FINE ARTS MUSEUM 33, Avenue des Baumettes Open 10am to 6pm/closed Mondays VILLA ARSON 20, Avenue Stephen Liégeard, Closed Tuesdays www.villa-arson.org

The Brightest Star in the Sky by Marian Keyes Marian Keyes needs no introduction and this book is being touted as her best to date. Take a summer evening in June, a Monday in Dublin, and a mysterious visitor, and you’re set. The residents of the flats at 66 Star Street are falling in and out of love, clutching at and dropping secrets, laughing, crying and simply trying to live. But someone is watching over their lives and hearts, and no-one is aware of it yet. Soon, everything changes. There’s less humour in this novel, but Keyes’ portrayal of ordinary people is true to life. Fans of all her other books may be a little disappointed but it’s good to see an author breaking out of the mould, albeit not radically.

Private: The World’s Most Exclusive Detective Agency by James Patterson There’s no mould-breaking here. This is a new James Patterson series based around the world’s most exclusive detective agency with branches around the globe. It is where you go when you need maximum force and maximum discretion. The secrets of the most influential men and women on the planet come to former US Marine Jack Morgan daily. Of course, his staff of investigators use the world’s most advanced forensic tools, and it goes without saying that, in certain cases, they don’t always play by the rules.

Lily Alone by Jacqueline Wilson

You can’t go wrong with Jacqueline Wilson and the kids know it. Wilson’s book sales have exceeded 30 million, and she has won various awards including an OBE, and has been made a Dame. Her secret is identifying with children. In this book, Lily isn’t alone, but she wishes she was. Her mum and her new boyfriend go on holiday, and her stepdad fails to show up, leaving Lily to look after 6 year-old twins and her 3 year-old sister. Lily is determined to keep the family together and show they can cope without any grown-ups. But taking care of the twins and her little sister, as well as the family home, feels overwhelming and Lily is worried that school or social services might discover their situation and break up the family. What could be better than taking everyone for a camping adventure in the park? Plenty of space to run about, no carpet to vacuum, and surely no chance anyone will guess they’re there.

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Lifestyle & Health How to Spot a Good Lover

Forget the size of his hands, feet, or nose. And don’t bother having his handwriting analysed. What you really need to check before you jump between the sheets are the following surefire signals. From the way he walks and talks to how he eats and touches, his body actions can tell you more than you think about his sexual prowess!

Watch him eat

The way he moves

Look for the man who savours his food. Gobblers are likely to be a bit “wham, bam, thank you mam”, while Mr Fussy, eating pizza with a knife and fork, may end up being too finicky in bed. And if he is not interested in trying exotic cuisine, well he is hardly likely to dish up the Kama Sutra is he?

I’m not saying he needs to move like John Travolta in Saturday Night Fever, but if he’s mechanical and stiff on the dance floor then this can be also true when the lights go out. A man who loves to tango or salsa will be more spontaneous and passionate in the bedroom, though if he’s a bit too smarmy he’s likely to be more interested in how good he looks than you in bed.

How does he talk?

If he’s talking in monotone you’ll probably find he’s a bore in bed, but if you find Mr Enthusiastic, who throws his arms up in the air and talks with great energy and passion, think what he’ll be like under the duvet! Just make sure he looks you in the eye, because if he can’t meet your eye he’s either shy or hiding something, and it will probably be a girlfriend and not his sausage!

His touch

If a man goes for the touch too quickly, hear the alarm bells. This can often mean he’s a little selfish and won’t be as considerate as you’d like in bed.

Then there are the men who hardly touch you at all during a date, then give you a huge bear hug at the end of the evening. Talk about being inexperienced! Basically, the more comfortable he is with expressing affection, the more affectionate and loving he’ll be during sex.

The way he kisses

This is the single best way of determining if a man is good in bed or not.

If it’s awful, don’t go there. If you’re not enjoying first base, why would you go all the way? However, if while kissing you, he zeros in to your response and finds out whether you’re more of a light butterfly kiss kind of woman or a deep and sexy French kisser, this is the guy who’ll make sure sex is tailored exactly to both of you.

So, take it to the streets people. Good luck!

By Fiona Chan

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Lose the Belly Fat The beach season is fast approaching and we all know what that means – figure-hugging clothes and bare-all bathers. So guys and girls, if you have indulged a little too much during hibernation this winter, here are some helpful tips to flatten the tummy and boost your confidence on the beach!

Eat breakfast – it sets up your body to burn fat throughout the day.

Add some fresh fruit, nuts and seeds for extra fat burning nutrients.

Eat a snack that contains protein between 3pm and 4pm. Have a protein bar, almonds or fruit. It boosts the metabolism and balances blood sugar, which helps to prevent fat from storing around the belly.

Eat as little sugar as possible.

Eat slowly. It helps digestion and reduces gas and bloating.

Spend 5 minutes a day doing ab crunches. Don’t bother with sit-ups – they don’t actually firm the stomach.

Salt can lead to bloating, so cut down on your intake and substitute the regular stuff with pure sea salt or kosher salt.

Laugh! Laughing is a great workout for your abs.

Drink water, it helps with digestion.

Do at least 30 minutes of cardio training every second day.

Don’t know where to start? Go for a brisk walk along the beautiful Promenade des Anglais!

Replace bad carbs (white bread, pastas, potatoes and white rice) with good carbs such as whole grain bread and cereal. Increase your fibre intake with fresh fruits and vegetables.

Stick to this routine for the next few months, and you’ll not only have lost considerable belly fat, you’ll feel remarkably healthier too!

Self-Injury Finds an Audience

An alarming new trend is emerging on YouTube that may increase the number of young adults engaging in self-harm. A new study, published in this month’s issue of journal Pediatrics, reveals that there are hundreds of YouTube clips – most of which don’t carry any warnings about the content – that show people injuring themselves, including cutting, burning, and even embedding objects under their skin. Some videos use text and music, which may glamorize self-harming behavior, the paper’s authors warn. They fear the videos, which have been selected as ‘favourites’ more than 12,000 times, could “normalise self-injury and foster a virtual community for some people in which self-injury is accepted”.

Only one in four of the 100 most-viewed videos sent a clear message against self-injury, according to the analysis. As many as one in five young adults are believed to have engaged in nonsuicidal self-injury.

Did you know?

A 37-year-old Chinese man, complaining of chronic migraines, was found to have a knife embedded in his skull, a fact he was unaware of for about 4 years. Li Fu, from Yunnan Province, was stabbed in the head during an armed robbery, but the doctors who treated him at the time failed to detect the blade. Recent x-rays finally revealed the source of his ongoing headaches. The knife was removed and Li Fu is said to be recovering well.

Recipes from the Riviera Presented each month by different chefs throughout the region

This month’s recipes were created by Chef Nixu Plummer, owner of Darlington restaurant in Nice.

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‘Oeufs Cocotte’ with bacon, mushrooms & soldiers Serves 4 8 organic free-range eggs 8 slices of streaky bacon Handful of button mushrooms Cream Grated Gruyère cheese Chopped parsley Country bread for the soldiers Method Clean and cut the mushroom into quarters. Cut the bacon into pieces and fry them in a dry pan until golden. Add the mushrooms and fry them off for a couple of minutes.

Pour the bacon and mushroom mixture on to some kitchen paper to absorb the excess fat and let cool. Heat the oven to 210°C. Take 4 oven bowls (large espresso cups work well) and evenly divide the bacon and mushroom mixture into each one. Then, crack 2 eggs into each bowl, being careful not to break the yolks. Season with salt and pepper, add two table spoons of cream and top with a small handful of the cheese.

Place in the hot oven and bake for 11 minutes. While the eggs are cooking, cut the bread into soldiers and grill them until golden and crusty. Place the bowls on serving plates and sprinkle with a little chopped parsley.

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Leek and Salmon Lasagne Serves 4 16 sheets of dried lasagne pasta 3 large leeks, cleaned and finely sliced 300g good quality raw salmon filet, skinned and de-boned 300ml cream 30g butter Olive oil

500ml milk 500ml water 2 bay leaves Sprig of thyme Grated Gruyère cheese Rocket leaves for garnish

Method In a suitably sized saucepan, pour in the milk and water, add the bay leaves and thyme and season generously with sea salt and cracked pepper. Cut the salmon in two, place in the milk mix and bring up to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes. Take the pan off the heat and set it aside to cool. In another pan, heat a few tablespoons of olive oil and the butter and add the leeks. Cook them on a low heat for 15 minutes, stirring regularly. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the cream and cook for another 5 minutes. Roughly flake the cooked salmon and add to the leeks.

Blanch the lasagne sheets in boiling salted water for 3 or 4 minutes, drain and set aside. Construct the lasagne in bowls by alternating the salmon and leek mixture with the pasta, 4 sheets high. Sprinkle with the cheese and bake in the oven for 6 minutes until the cheese has nicely melted. Pour some olive oil over the rocket and toss with salt and pepper. Garnish the top of the lasagne with the leaves and serve!

DESSERT

apple tart with vanilla ice cream & mascarpone sauce Serves 4 3 golden delicious apples, peeled, cored & finely sliced Puff pastry cut into 15 cm discs 125g sugar 125g ground almonds 50g flour 3 eggs

200g soft butter Pinch of salt Vanilla extract Fresh vanilla pod 50g mascarpone 30ml milk 2 tbs icing sugar

Method Whisk the butter, almonds and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla, salt and fold in the flour. Spread the almond mixture on to the discs leaving a 1cm gap around the edge. Layer the apple slices in a spiral shape on top of the almond mixture placing three slices in a fan shape to cover the hole in the centre.

Heat the oven to 200°C and bake the tarts for 10 minutes on parchment paper. In the mean time, whisk the mascarpone, milk and icing sugar in a bowl and add the seeds of the vanilla pod.

Serve the tarts with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of the mascarpone sauce!

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RIVIERA EVENTSMarch 2011 8th March

12th –21st March

13th March

Nice

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Nice Carnival Finale The Nice Carnival finishes in spectacular style with the burning of the festival king on the beach, a château light show and fireworks.

Kicks of at 8pm.

Nice International Fair One of the most popular events on the French Riviera, this fair hosts 1,200 different stalls showing off the latest in house and garden DIY, cooking, beauty and motoring. The event runs for 10 days and costs 7 euros to enter. It will be held at the Palais Acropolis and the Open Air section between the two congress centres.

12th – 13th March

Violet Festival

Tourrettes-sur-Loup

Celebrations on the streets of Tourrettes-sur-Loup for this delicate winter flower. Activities include a crafts market, a glasshouse tour, church mass, flower parade and a battle of the flowers. Free entrance.

Paris-Nice Cycle Race The 69th annual Paris to Nice cycle race sets off on March 6th and will arrive in Nice on the 13th. The event is the opening fixture of the international cycling season, and finishes on the Promenade des Anglais.

25th – 27th March

Colombe d’Or Antibes

The trade show Colombe d’Or brings together the finest international magicians and illusionists to learn all the latest in their professions. Celebrating its 20th birthday this year.

25th – 27th March

Holiday on Ice Nice

A figure skating show with an explosion of colour, lights, music, and flamboyant costumes. At Palais Nikaia, tickets 29/68€. Night show on Friday; day and afternoon shows on Saturday and Sunday.

11th March

Indoor International Motorcyle Club Nice

Five of the planet’s best motorcyle riders compete on a spectacular course at the Palais Nikaia, made up of 200 tonnes of dirt. The crazy riders will execute impressive backflips, Cancan Slides and other tricks under a flood of light and music.

Tickets start at 15 euros for kids and 27 euros for adults.

26th – 27th March

Salon du Chocolate Nice

The Albert 1st gardens, stretching into Place Massena, will house a number of chocolate and produce stalls over this decadent weekend.

12th – 13th March

Napoleon in Golfe-Juan Golfe-Juan

A weekend of historical discovery, retracing Napoleon’s landing in Golfe-Juan. It includes battle simulations involving 300 soldiers of the first Empire, a re-enactment of Napoleon’s landing on the beach, military and music concerts, parades, talks, visits of the temporary fort set up by the soldiers on the beach, the Napoleonic village and associated exhibitors.

13th March

Rugby Nice

Nice take on Blagnac at the Stadium du Ray at 3pm.

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26th March

In late 2011, local holiday rental business Your Nice Apartment raised a substantial amount of money for the Mama Biashara charity in Africa. Preferring the mantra ‘busiNice ness not charity’, Mama Biashara funds the establishment of small businesses in poverty-stricken Kenya. The money YNA raised helped start 4 enterprises, including a recycling business and a fresh fruit juice stall.

These people now make enough money each week to eat and provide shelter for their families. Accompanying YNA Co-Company Director Simon Walker to Kenya to present a cheque to Mama Biashara, was That’s Nice photographer David Winch. On March 26th at Snug & Cellar, David will exhibit his images, documenting the charity’s efforts and the people of Kenya. All money raised will go to the Mama Biashara charity. For further information, contact simon@yourniceapartment.com.

Charity Exhibition, David Winch & YNA

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Night Clubs High 45 Prom. des Anglais

Pink Room

11 rue Alexandre Mari

L’Etoile

bar guide Through the Lens

8 passage Emile Négrin

La Panthera 4 rue de la Tour

Jazz Bars Shapko’s 5 rue Rossetti

Blast

Blue Whales

Le Sezamo

32 ave Fontaine de la Ville

Salsa La Bodéguita 14 rue Chauvain

Ma Nolan’s

Checkpoint

La Havane

23 rue de France

L e Sansas

4 ave des Phocéens

DJ Bars Bar’Oc

10 bis rue Bavastro

Gossip

Ma Nolan’s

Blue Whales

Blast

7 rue Bonaparte

Smarties

10 rue Defly

Ghost

rue Barillerie

La Perle

26 Quai Lunel (port)

La Havane

Snug

Piano Bars Kosma 8 Rue Sacha Guitry

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Blue Whales

La Havane

Snug

Authentic Irish Bar/Restaurant

Vieux Nice 2 rue Saint François de Paule Tel: +33 (0)4 93 80 23 87

Nice Port 5 Quai de Deux Emmanuel Tel: +33 (0)4 92 27 07 88

www.ma-nolans.com

Blue Whales

Pub/Bar

Go where the locals go ...

Check Point Irish Disco Pub

Vieux Nice & Nice Port Pub Quiz - Mon @ 8pm - Vieux Nice

- Thurs @ 8pm - Nice Port Food served all day, Wifi, Terrace Happy hour 5pm-8pm Riviera Comedy Club @ the Port Live music most nights Jazz Sundays, Karaoke Fridays @ the Port

Late Night Music Bar Happy Hour 6.30pm-12am Pool table Big screen TV’s Live Music every night till late Open until 4.30am 1 rue Mascoinat, Nice. Tel: 04 93 62 90 94

Irish Disco Pub

Monday: Ladies Night Tues & Thurs: Happy Hour all night Wednesday: 2euro shots & Karaoke Sunday: Cocktail night & Karaoke Happy Hour: 4pm-9pm Live music every Tues, Thur, Fri & Sat DJ, Wifi, Live sports 2 rue Desboutin, Nice. Tel: 04 93 13 96 92

American Bar/Restaurant Food served all day Open-Air Cocktail Bar Upstairs Lounge Terrace Open 7/7, service non-stop 8, place Charles Felix, Nice. Tel: 04 93 80 00 50

Gastro Pub Open 7/7 12pm-12.30am Kitchen open all-day until until 11pm 4.50euro pints all day Happy Hour 8pm-10pm Fresh menus changed daily Corner of rue Droite & 5 rue Rossetti, Nice Tel: 04 93 80 43 22

Authentic Latin Bar & Restaurant Live music most nights Authentic Latin entertainment Happy Hour 12pm-9pm Cocktails & Tapas Food served 7pm-11pm, open 10am-2.30am 32, rue de France, Nice Tel: 04 93 80 43 22 21

CINEMA RELEASES RANGO

March 23

From the director of Pirates of the Caribbean comes Rango, a computer animated film about a pet chameleon facing an identity crisis. In search of his true destiny, Rango accidently finds himself in the Old West town of Dirt – a lawless society full of whimsical dessert creatures – and assumes the role of lawmaker. Unknown to him, the “good guy” role does not do very well in Dirt. Featuring the voices of Johnny Depp, Isla Fisher and Alanna Ubach.

March 23

March 23

Matt Damon stars in the thriller The Adjustment Bureau as a man who glimpses the future that fate has planned for him, and realises he wants something else.

Loosely based on the Philip K. Dick short story ‘Adjustment Team’, the film explores the issue of fate and free will, following charismatic U.S. Congressman David Noris as he meets modern dancer Elise Sallas, played by Emily Blunt. Strange circumstances manage to keep the two from becoming romantically involved, and slowly Noris peels away the layers to reveal the mysterious forces attempting to control their lives.

March 2

Just go with it

Danny Maccabee (Adam Sandler) uses a wedding ring to get girls. In order to hook the girl he really likes, he enlists his loyal assistant Katherine (Jennifer Aniston) to pretend to be his soon-to-be ex-wife. Soon Katherine’s kids become involved and everyone heads off for a weekend in Hawaii that will change all their lives.

The Adjustment Bureau

Dr Martin Harris awakens after a car accident in Berlin to discover that his wife doesn’t recognise him and another man has assumed his identity. Refusing to accept the obvious, he plunges into a deadly mystery that will force him to question his sanity, his identity and just how far he’s willing to go to uncover the truth.

Liam Neeson heads a quality cast in this international thriller that easily delivers on audience expectations.

PAUL

CONVICTION Conviction is based on the true story of Betty Anne Waters, played by Hilary Swank, a single mother who puts herself through law school to exonerate her wrongfully convicted brother.

Sam Rockwell plays Kenny, a regular guy with a temper and a violent streak, who receives a life sentence for the murder of an old woman in 1983.

MARCH 16

A decade later, Betty Anne realises DNA technology can help get Kenny released.

MARCH 2

The UK’s Simon Pegg and Nick Frost (‘Hot Fuzz’ and ‘Shaun of the Dead’) reunite for their latest comedy adventure, Paul. Two sci-fi geeks – Graeme and Clive - embark on a road trip to UFO sites in America. Alone on a desert road one night, they bump into Paul, who needs their help to go home.

Chased by federal agents and the fanatical father of a young woman that they accidentally kidnap, Graeme and Clive hatch a fumbling escape plan to return Paul to his mother February ship.

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MUSIC NEWS RADIOHEAD

BETH DITTO Solo album

NEW ALBUM IS OUT

Last month, Radiohead surprised music fans by suddenly announcing that their 8th album, ‘The King of Limbs’, has been released. In keeping with their 2007 pay-what-you-like sales approach, this latest album is only a few bucks and can be bought on the internet.

The band has promised a CD and 2 clear 10 inch vinyl records to be released later in the year, with huge amounts of accompanying artwork, billed as the world’s first Newspaper Album.

Lead singer, Beth Ditto, of the GLAAD Media Award winning band, The Gossip, has ventured on to produce her very own solo album. Teaming up with Simian Mobile Disco, the new album features 4 tracks: ‘Do You Need Someone’, ‘Goodnight Good Morning’, ‘I wrote the Book’, and ‘Open Heart Surgery’. The album will be released internationally on itunes on March 6. The openly lesbian singer is known for her outrageous style, big personality and strong stage presence. So far, response to the album (already released in the US) has been very positive.

Artist of the month: Adele The UK press dubbed her “the next Amy Winehouse” in late 2007. Her debut album, 19, has been certified 2x platinum in the UK. She’s appeared alongside Paul McCartney and Bjork and was voted Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal at the 2009 Grammy Awards. Now, Adele has released her second album,

COLDPLAY

in studio with brian eno

The 19 year old from Tottenham boasts an appealing retro jazz/blues/soul style, and an image that is both innocent and real. It’s great to see this young woman get the recognition she deserves.

DAVID ZINCKE

Superproducer Brian Eno is refusing to let all four members of Coldplay in the studio at the same time for the recording of their next album. He hopes it will spur creativity. We look forward to hearing the result!

Opening for “Medi” in PAris Local artist David Zincke will open for rising star Medi at the Café de la Danse in Paris on March 14th. Medi’s debut album, ‘You Got Me (Moving)’, features 12 songs inspired by 70’s American music and culture. Zincke will perform songs from his latest album, ‘Lost at Land’.

LADY GAGA

Historical number 1 Lady GaGa has made US chart history by scoring the 1000th Billboard Hot 100 number 1, with her new single ‘Born This Way’. GaGa says it is the greatest honour of her career.

21, and it’s receiving plenty of critic and commercial success.

BLUR recordINg ‘A few things’

Blur has been teasing fans with comments the band are meeting up, jamming, and ‘recording a few things’. Can we expect an album anytime soon? “Perhaps in about 6 years,” Graham Coxon says. Great.

ALBUM RELEASES March 1

Beady Eye

“Different gear, still speeding”

March 1

March 8

Harry Connick Jr “In concert on Broadway”

R.E.M “Collapse Into Now”

March 22

Green Day (Live) “Awesome as F**k”

March 22

The Strokes “Angles”

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Games StHow Patrick’s Day Quiz much do you know about Ireland?

1. What are the names of the Irish rock band U2?

2. What does “Erin go bragh” mean?

3. What are the colours of the Irish flag?

4. What is the minimum number of years that Irish whiskey is aged?

5. Which Irish singer tore up a picture of the Pope on live television?

6. In folklore, what is the traditional profession of a leprechaun?

7. What is the capital of Ireland?

8. What stretch of sea separates Ireland and the UK? 9. What were the years of the Irish potato famine?

10. Phil Lyncott was the lead singer in which famous Irish rock band?

11. Who is the female patron saint of Ireland: Saint Màrie, Saint Patrick or Saint Brigid.

SUDOKU

Every row, column & square must contain the numbers 1 to 9.

You may not duplicate numbers in any of these configerations.

LEVEL: Medium

7 5

2 1

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5

Can you find all of the words related to IRELAND & ST. PATRICK’S DAY in the box? They may be horizontal, vertical or diagonal, forwards or backwards.

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Spot the difference!

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12. The Irish beer ‘Murphy’s’ is brewed in which Irish town: Kilkenny, Cork or Dublin?

13. Ireland was declared a republic in which year: 1922, 1949, 1801?

14. What is a shillelagh: a pot of gold, a blackthorn stock or a fairy’s den?

15. What did St Patrick use to explain Christianity to the Irish people?

16. Which of the following is not Irish whiskey: Jameson, Midleton or Glenfiddich?

17. Which Irish musician won an Oscar for the song Falling Snow?

18. What is the emblem of Ireland?

19. By 2007, how many glasses of Guinness were consumed each day globally: 1 million, 10 million, 100,000 million?

20. What word do the Irish use when toasting a drink?

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ARIES

HOROSCOPES March 2011 LIBRA

There’s no doubt that the happiness you seek is forthcoming. But things seem so inconsistent right now. Sometimes you feel loved, sometimes you don’t. Sometimes you want to rule the world, and then you want to escape it. And maybe, the wisest thing I can say to you is, that happiness is a bit like a butterfly. The more you chase it, the more it will elude you. But if you turn your attention to other things, it comes and softly sits on your shoulder.

TAURUS Mars has two moons, Phobos (fear) and Deimos (terror) - the gods who drove Ares’ chariot through the heavens. And right now, it’s entirely understandable that you feel like you’re being driven around the universe by ‘fear’ and ‘terror’ themselves. It’s not so much fear of the unknown or the big wide world, nor is it any emotional threat from outside you. But by the middle of March, you drop the self-sabotage and find yourself in personal and professional demand again.

Don’t stop to question yourself. Do not hesitate to seize a professional opportunity. Do not wait for those who cannot help you. Do not give up on your quest nor sacrifice your needs. In fact, get out there and prove that you’re wised-up and looking like you mean business.

This is your chance to leap ahead and do all those crazy things you never believed possible. Forget your fears, cast off self-doubt and remember that thing about the law of attraction? It’s coming your way.

SCORPIO

Our clothes, rather like our looks and hair, are all clues to our inner disposition. We expose what we want to expose and cover up the bits we don’t like. The same with feelings and thoughts. We cloak ourselves in ideas and emotional acquisitions. But our investment in feeling is far more powerful than any investment in a pair of heels. And what you’re feeling this month, is for once very good about yourself. Time to declutter not only your wardrobe, but also your heart.

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

‘I think, therefore I am,’ is your catchphrase right now. Yet the rationalist in you secretly knows there is something mysterious, enigmatic and magical about the world too. You accept there are feelings, intuition and the unexplainable. And because of Mercury’s change of influence in the cosmos, you will experience a burst of inner knowing.

You’re coming alive, no longer armed with a set of rules and measurements about how love should be, instead engaging in the immeasurable moment.

CANCER

With Jupiter giving you that ‘I can get away with anything’ feeling, please remember that sometimes you can’t. But if you don’t think before you act, then thoughtless words, hasty pronouncements, cruel criticisms and dramatic outbursts will probably be the outcome. Yet something good will follow. Neither allow dark fears to swallow you up, nor self-doubt to intimidate you. It’s called ‘finding a balance’, even though the pendulum is now shifting in your favour.

LEO

Get fit. Jog, memorise a new word every day. Exercise your brain.

Develop your self-awareness, supplement your storehouse of knowledge. These are all things that Jupiter in self-interested Aries is asking of you. Be more serious, learn new skills, work at love. But what is your reality of love? What does it mean to you? Does it have to be shown through action or deeds, does it have to be spoken or just felt? Time to adjust your true perception of that too.

VIRGO You have inner authority and self-reliance, but you need to balance this with romance, fantasy and a little magic. So walk through the door and take the plunge into passionate loving. Then, in the weeks to come, the cosmic line-up will confirm your true needs, reveal your wilder dreams, but most importantly give you the chance to either start all over again with the one you love, or throw yourself into a passionate embrace with someone new.

Honesty can sometimes get us into more trouble than we bargained for. We are supposed to tell the truth. But this can hurt, both others and ourselves. There is good and bad timing for candour and veracity. And this month, it does seem that every time you open your mouth, whether to say sweet nothings or diplomatically suggest your partner needs a new toothbrush, all you get back is defensive reactions. In fact, if you can ‘act’ rather than ‘speak’, all will be channelled into personal progress.

CAPRICORN The unfamiliar road ahead doesn’t look so scary now, in fact it gives you a sudden urge to travel (most unlike you) or just to change your lifestyle. And even though you won’t tolerate anyone else’s opinion, your fervour for change will certainly cause your partner, or someone new, to wonder if they’re actually with a down-to-earth Capricorn or not. But this March, truths have to be told to create long-term joy rather than long-term pain, and lead you to fantastic changes in the months to come.

AQUARIUS

I have never met any Aquarian who wants to live a routine existence. This month, you’re even more curious about life, and love turns out to be an unpredictable, variable thing. So if you’re not experiencing the light-hearted, fun-loving spontaneous side of life, then by golly you’re going to do something about it. Thanks to Mars and Jupiter, you’re in one of those flirtatious, pioneering and upbeat moods. Be daring, reach out and welcome new opportunities. It’s your right.

PISCES

Jupiter’s challenging influence triggers off a new impetus to love yourself more. If single, the loner in the pack suddenly becomes highly desirable; perhaps the dark horse in the office has a secret you’re determined to reveal? Attached, you wish your partner would give up their computer obsession and take you on a surprise trip away. You change your look and resolve to get on with your own career. Act now.

Sarah Bartlett

One of the U.K’s leading psychic astrologers & best selling author Private consultations available Tel: 06 24 60 65 50, sarahbartlett043@gmail.com, www.rivierapsychic.com

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