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We’ve explored this city for 2 years now... and loved every minute! Entertainment May Concerts, Events & Exhibitions Guides Maps, Restaurant & Pub Guides
Features Monaco Grand Prix May Festival Madness Food Reviews, Recipes & Wine Recommendations
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO? Kayaking
Now this is one of the best ways to experience the rugged Riviera.
Gorges du Verdon
Be amazed by the ‘Grand Canyon’ of southern France.
Perched Villages Take a journey into the past with this medieval villages tour.
Horse Riding
Time to saddle up and go bush.
Caves & Castles
Climbing the Riviera
Enjoy an eerie tour of the magical caves & castles in the French Riviera.
It’s time to chalk up and conquer that mountain!
Entreveaux & Lake Castillon
Take a Deep Breath
Travels on the Train Line
Alpha Wolf Park
Rocky highlands, tranquil seaside villages and pristine beaches await you.
Spend a day with the wolves in the beautiful mountain range of Le Boréon.
Wine Tours
Esterel Escapades
Road trip! Take a drive to this spectacular, inland getaway.
Go straight to the source of the region’s best wines.
Snorkeling & diving adventures in Nice.
Discover the spectacular world that is the Esterel mountain range.
& more... Recipes - Lifestyle - Restaurant Reviews -
Fashion
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MAY 2011 Editor’s Welcome
The sun is shining, the red carpet is about to be rolled out, and Monaco is getting ready to transform itself into a Formula 1 racetrack. This can only mean one thing. It’s May! Even more reason to celebrate is the fact That’s Nice Magazine celebrates its 2nd birthday this month! It’s hard to believe that the first edition rolled off the printers 2 years ago. Since then, the magazine has taken me kayaking down river rapids, on horse back, climbing mountains, jumping off bridges, I’ve come eye to eye with wolves, trekked 1,000 metres underground, and swam in emerald green lagoons. And that’s just for the feature articles! We’ve put our models through some hilarious photo shoots – often in full view of the public – and managed to deliver some iconic front covers. I’ve dined at the most fantastic restaurants, indulged in some incredible wines, and cooked up a storm from our recipes. Safe to say, working on this magazine has been fun. And it’s just the beginning. So, a big thank you to everyone who has been along for the ride. To our fantastic sponsors, most of which have been with us from the very start, our talented contributors, photographers and graphic
artists, and my incredible friends, who continue to support me and my dream. Now, what can you expect from edition 25? Well, Mélodie shows us how to party like a star in Monaco and Cannes, while Oliver gives us the lowdown on how to best experience the Monaco Grand Prix. Francesca spills the beans on one of the most-loved restaurants near Nice port, and I discover that Campo Caffé on place Garibaldi offers more than just sunshine and rosé. The chefs at Adonis have shared their secret recipes for two delicious Lebanese dishes, while wine cave Nicolas on place St François has paired each dish with a fantastic, affordable wine. In our Lifestyle & Health section, Fiona introduces us to the world of eco sex (yes, there’s such a thing as environmentally friendly sex), and I look at Zumba, the dance fitness program that is taking the U.S. and Australia by storm, and is just starting to cause waves here in Europe. So we’ve got all that for you, plus so much more, in this edition of That’s Nice Magazine. I hope you enjoy this fabulous month on the French Riviera. Happy 2nd Birthday to us, and I’ll see you next month! Cassandra Tanti, Editor
THE TEAM Cassandra Tanti Director, Editor Journalist cassandratanti@gmail.com
Oliver Duncan Sub-Editor Writer
Régis Bertola Graphic Design Cover
David Winch Photographer Cover Fashion
Nico Timmermans Cinema Releases Music News
Mélodie Michel Writer
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MONACO GP
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Stéphanie Ardimanni-Maria The Fashion Page
Linda Pickering Book Reviews
FOOD GUIDE Fiona Chan Health & Lifestyle feechan@gmail.com
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Blue Whales Pub/Bar
Open until 4am - Happy Hour 6pm-12am - Live Music til late - Pool table
Go where the locals go ... Blue Whales. Find us on the map: 1 rue Mascoinat, Vieux Nice
Riviera Events FESTIVALS May Day Festival 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd May Nice
The traditional Fête des Mais (May Day Festival) of Nice will be held in the gardens of the amphitheatre in Cimiez on the 1st of May, and every Sunday of May thereafter. Join in the fun with folk music, shows, specialty Nice produce, and more. Free entry.
May, the most glamorous month on the Riviera. It is also the month with the most public holidays. So, make the most of everything this region has to offer over the next four weeks, including fabulous May Day celebrations, exciting festivals, grand expos and cultural shows.
Printemps des Musées Night at the Museum 14th – 15th May Everywhere
Museums throughout the region, and indeed Europe, open their doors for free, as part of this special weekend celebration. Some museums, like the Asia Museum in Nice, are also hosting special events on the 14th & 21st, titled ‘Night at the Museum’. Bookings are often required.
Cannes Film Festival 11th – 22nd May Cannes
Some of the world’s greatest stars will grace the red carpet of the Palais des Festivals for the 64th Cannes Film Festival from the 11th – 22nd of May. Heading this year’s jury is film icon Robert de Niro. For details on how you can enjoy this premier film event, read our feature article on page 8.
Orange Blossom Festival 15th May Vallauris Golfe-Juan
The village of Vallauris travels back in time for its annual Orange Blossom Festival this May, taking to the streets in period costume with carts filled with oranges and serenaded by a band. After mass, visitors can witness demonstrations of orange blossom picking and distilling. You can also pick up some lovely regional produce. Entry is free.
Street Art Festival 27th – 29th May Antibes
For three days, the streets of old town Antibes are filled with street theatre, circus performances, dance and music for the annual Street Art Festival.
SPORTING EVENTS Football 11th & 21st May Nice
Nice take on Arles at the Stadium du Ray in Nice on the 11th, and Lorient on the 21st.
Monaco Grand Prix 26th – 29th May Monaco
The legendary Monaco Grand Prix takes place in the last week of May. For details on how to enjoy this energy-fuelled event, read this month’s feature article on page 6.
La Transvésubienne 29th May La Colmaine
EXPOS Dream Garden Show 6th-8th May Monaco
The terraces of the Monte Carlo Casino are transformed into a huge private garden for the Rêveries sur les Jardins (Dream Garden Show), with over 2000 Mediterranean plants on display, as well as garden accessories, products and natural fragrances. From the 7-8 May, the International Bouquet Competition will also take place, featuring 150 competitors from across the globe. Entrance is 5€.
Rose Expo 14th – 16th May Grasse
The annual Rose Expo in Grasse is considered the best exhibition of cut roses. Taking place at a number of locations in Grasse, including the Perfume Museum and Villa Fragonard, visitors can expect to enjoy concerts, flower displays, competitions and a themed tour of Grasse. Entry is 5€. For more details, visit www.grasse.fr.
An extraordinary mountain bike race from the Alps to the Mediterranean Sea. Over 500 competitors, both professional and amateur, will follow the historic Transvésubinne itinerary, covering 86km and reaching up to 4,000m altitude. The race finishes with an expo on the Promenade des Anglais.
SHOWS
Scarlatti 27th May Nice
Performed on antique instruments, this concert is a powerful reminiscence of the original flamenco, and reveals Scarlatti’s strict and expressive style, while recreating the Iberian folklore’s dazzle. Performed at the Nice Opera House, www.opera-nice/org
Monaco Grand Prix 2011... start your engines!
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A glamorous location hosts a narrow, perilous circuit, where the world’s best drivers, cars and mechanics compete, overseen by a host of massive yachts and even bigger celebrity names. The Monaco Grand Prix is an outstanding global event, and it’s right on our doorstep. By Oliver Duncan
Monaco Grand Prix Monaco is an exceptional place at the best of times, and during the week of the Grand Prix it is transformed into an impossibly glamorous, bustling and noisy sporting venue. The harbour and casino areas are transformed into a world class racing circuit, the high rise apartment blocks are obscured by huge temporary stands that take 6 weeks to erect, and Quai Antoine 1er becomes a vast paddock area, home to the racing teams and their motor homes of unreal size and luxury. A pit area for the greatest engineers and mechanics to fine tune cutting edge automobiles is set up in the centre of the principality, and the serene rarefied ambiance is shattered as the streets are filled with tens of thousands of motorsport enthusiasts, and even more horsepower. This global sporting event has legendary status and offers plenty to get excited about. Petrol heads are, no doubt, enthralled, but the party atmosphere that takes hold of Monaco before and during the Grand Prix, is sure to delight any visitor.
all of which adds to its unrivalled status. The podium takes place in the royal box by the circuit, and the trophy is awarded by Prince Albert II himself. Such glamour and prestige is truly unparalleled in the world of sport. Another peculiarity is the schedule, with the race weekend being spread over 4 days, as opposed to the typical 3, this year from 26th to 29th May. Free practice is on the Thursday, the first GP2 support race is on Friday morning, with qualifying for the Grand Prix on Saturday, followed by a second GP2 race. The main event is on Sunday, at 2pm. The circuit itself is particularly demanding, with very tight low speed corners, narrow straights, sharp elevation changes, and unforgiving barriers that severely punish the slightest error. Weaving a car, which is designed to take corners at over 250 km/h, through this narrow circuit is extremely demanding. The triple world champion Nelson Piquet describes racing Monaco as being “like trying to cycle round your living room”.
UNIQUE
The Monaco Grand Prix is unique in many ways. Whilst it is not the only street circuit to feature in the history of Formula 1, it offers an exceptionally rich and prestigious legacy. Besides the World Championship itself, winning at Monaco is probably the biggest ambition of any driver. Won six times by the great Ayrton Senna, and five by the perfect English gentleman Graham Hill, any victor here joins illustrious company. The race has been consistently patronised by the Grimaldis, the royal family of Monaco and the longest reigning monarchy in the world,
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Ascari’s car lifted from the harbour in 1955...
The finest drivers have been caught out here, and two have even crashed into the waters of the harbour. In 1955 Alberto Ascari crashed out at the chicane, and his car somersaulted into the water. He escaped with facial injuries, but was to die in a separate incident at Monza just four days later. Ten years later, Paul Hawkins also crashed into the harbour, but modern safety standards make such a spectacular incident almost impossible today. The race remains remarkably challenging, and as recently as 2000, only 9 cars finished the race from 18 starters, a proof of the continuing demands of the circuit. That race was won by David Coulthard, one of many current and former drivers and Formula 1 connections to reside in the principality. It is particularly unique in Monaco that some drivers retiring from the race can go straight to their apartments within walking distance of the circuit. No other venue matches that intimacy and familiarity, and as residents of Monaco, Jenson Button, Nico Rosberg, and Felipe Massa will all enjoy that luxury this year.
PERPETUAL MOTION Formula 1 is defined by its ever-evolving cutting-edge technology, and pioneering engineering. This year brings several changes to the regulations of Formula 1, notably a return to the use of KERS, and the implementation of DRS, or Drag Reduction System. DRS allows the rear wing to open like a letterbox on straights, reducing drag and increasing speed, to allow for easier overtaking. This has been decried by racing purists, but the nature of the Monaco circuit means that DRS will be of little use here, and driver skill will be at the forefront. The technology to be seen and heard here is staggering. The 24 cars that will compete in the event weigh just 720 kg, yet produce
Cars & glamour side by side...
Senna didn’t need luck to win ... 950 bhp. The engine is limited to 18,000 rpm, and for the uninitiated, consider that a typical diesel road car will be deep in the red at 6,000 rpm, and a Golf GTi only produces 225 bhp, weighing in at twice as much. Every aspect of these machines offers similarly extraordinary performance, allowing them to weave through the Monegasque streets at speeds that have to be seen to be believed. Last year’s winner, Mark Webber, completed the 78 laps of the 3.34 km circuit in just 1h 50m 13.355s. That’s an average speed of 142 km/h! The top speed on the circuit is an incredible 286 km/h, and the noise generated by the engines is astounding. Whilst the engines run less furiously than at high-speed circuits such as Spa, the noise here is deafening as it echoes repeatedly off the high rise buildings, multiplying the decibels and the excitement.
WHERE TO WATCH
There are as many different ways to watch the race as there are components on the cars. The grandstands are the most obvious and accessible, and tickets are available for each of the days, granting access for the whole day, including the support races. Race weekend packages are also available and typically include free access to the practice session. Get your tickets online from the Club Automobile de Monaco to avoid paying a premium to agencies. One of the cheapest and most popular spots is Secteur Rocher, the hill that rises from the track to the Royal Palace. There are over 10,000 places at just 70€ for the race day. The view is restricted, and you are perched on a hill, but it’s still a lot of fun. For 450€, you can have a grandstand seat, and there are several stands to choose from.
Courtesy F1pulse.com
Grandstand or luxury yacht?
Get there early and padlock your chair in place for a decent view of the track, pit lane, and giant screens! Stand K offers a view of both the Nouvelle Chicane and the Piscine Chicane, but tickets will be sold out quickly. Stand T offers a view of the Piscine Chicane as well as of the pit lane. Overlooking the pits gives you a peak behind the scenes of the working mechanics, drivers, team principles, and owners, adding another dimension to your visit. For a day in the stand you will need a hat and sun cream, plenty of water, food if you want to (although prices of drinks and snacks are reasonable), and do not forget earplugs, as no matter how much you may love the sound of the cars, after two hours you will suffer without them. An entirely different and more luxurious approach is to stay in a hotel with a view of the track, but prices increase 20-fold, so expect to pay in excess of 10,000€ for a single night. No sunburn or crammed seating plan here, this is a classy way to do it. You can even rent an apartment, as many Monegasque residents are happy to escape during what many consider to be an inconvenient period. The teams often rent apartments, and their gigantic budgets keep the rental market more than buoyant. Get an invite from someone with a balcony overlooking the circuit and you’ve really hit gold.
GETTING THERE The train is the only way to get to Monaco during this period, as going by car is quite simply out of the question. Extra services run throughout the weekend, and a 20 minute train journey from Nice will not only offer a
relaxing ride along the beautiful coast, but will drop you in Monaco’s pristine train station, which is within walking distance of the circuit. You will arrive to see Monaco busier than you imagined possible, so take your time getting to where you are going, and soak up the amazing atmosphere.
AFTER PARTY For some, the motor racing at Monaco is the sideshow, and the real attraction is the nightlife. The glamorous parties held all over the principality, in clubs, apartments, and on the yachts are legendary. Get invited to these private events and your race weekend is only just beginning. Alternatively, head to La Rascasse for a lively night out if you are not lucky enough to swing an invite. Other unique opportunities are provided by the closing of the roads that host the race. In between races you are free to stroll along the track, and thousands of visitors do so. There is a real buzz, and whichever day you go, don’t rush home, stay to soak up the atmosphere. Enjoy a drink and a meal by the harbour and you never know, you might get invited somewhere else. If not, you will at least avoid the crowds on the trains home. You can even rent a Ferrari and be taken on a lap of the circuit, and if you are persuasive enough, you may even be able to drive the circuit yourself. When the roads are open again at 7pm, you can drive around the circuit complete with crash barriers, grandstands, and grid markings - a cheap thrill for enthusiasts. The Monaco Grand Prix is a truly amazing event that is an essential Riviera experience. Go for the racing, the atmosphere, the celebrities or the parties, but whatever you do, go go go!
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May MADNESS It’s time to party LIKE A STAR IN THE most glamorous cities on the Riviera
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rom the 11th to the 22nd of May, the world’s hottest movie stars will walk the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. Then, just four days later, the streets of Monaco will become the setting for one of the most glamorous and thrilling sporting events in the world, the Monaco Grand Prix. Luxury yachts will fill the harbours, private helicopters will dart through the skies, and every evening there will be a succession of after parties, each more glamorous than the last. There is an energy and buzz on the Riviera in May, unlike any other month of the year. We all want to be a part of it, whether we admit it or not. But with all the private parties going on, it is hard to know which venues will actually let you in. So this year, That’s Nice is going to help you party like the star you know you are! By Mélodie Michel
Partying: a festival tradition
In the earliest days of the Cannes Film Festival, the official competition mattered less than the glamorous after parties organised in the city’s luxurious villas. Most were hosted by wealthy and charismatic figures such as la Begum, a rich Indian imam’s wife whose villa, Yakimour, was the scene of many memorable after parties. These very select social events allowed the world’s elite to meet and lay the grounds for future business collaborations. But occasionally, they could also be the setting for fairy tale encounters. At the 1955 Cannes Film Festival, Prince Rainier III of Monaco met Grace Kelly, and the rest is history. Nowadays, parties are mainly organised in clubs, and although some people say they have lost the exceptional character they used to have, they are much more open to the public, which is great news for us. Some of the world’s trendiest discos set up franchises on the Riviera for the length of the festival, bringing high-class service and exceptional DJs to residents and tourists alike. So, if you want to party like a star, then follow our suggestions!
Vip Room, Cannes: JOIN THE GLITTER
The VIP Room is ‘the’ place to be during the Cannes Film Festival. For the 12th year in a row, Jean Roch’s legendary club is occupying the Palm Beach Hotel for eleven nights. In 2010, the VIP Room hosted private parties for various film launches, including Karl Lagerfeld’s Remember Now, with Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis as guests. Other stars that made the VIP list were Naomi Watts, Gerard Butler and Russell Crowe. Every night, 3000 lucky people got to dance the night away to the beats of internationally renowned DJs such as Bob Sinclar and Martin Solveig. This year, the club will adopt the theme of heaven, with white décor and a private terrace named ‘Garden of Eden’, devoted to the ‘Seven Capital Delights’. It’s a very inviting program made even more tempting by the club’s no cover charge policy. Unfortunately, this means that you won’t be the only one wanting to get in, so put on your fancy shoes and give your best smile to the bouncer, because it’s all worth it!
Bâoli, Cannes:
Black Legend GO ZEN
With its Asian style decor and Zen atmosphere, Bâoli is a restaurant and club famous for hosting numerous private parties during the Film Festival. Among others, it recently welcomed the film premieres for Ocean’s Thirteen and Inglorious Basterds — yes, you could say Brad Pitt is a regular. This year, the owners have renovated the whole club, replacing cosy décor with sophisticated materials and pure colours. But a Zen atmosphere doesn’t imply meditation at Bâoli, in fact it’s quite the opposite, so be prepared to party until the sun comes up. There will be live DJ performances every night and there might even be guest stars. Last year, David Guetta delighted clubbers with his F*** Me I’m Famous show. Entrance is free on regular nights and around 50€ on special evenings.
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Brasserie de Monaco:
chill out
The Brasserie de Monaco is famous among residents for it’s home brewed organic beer and relaxed atmosphere. Reopened in 2008 after a 30-year interruption, it offers a menu with fresh local produce in a modern and classy decor. During the Grand Prix, it will feature live bands followed by DJs playing house and electronic music. Every year for the occasion, the Brasserie extends its surface to the streets where barriers protect people from the road and allow them to enjoy the sunset over the beautiful harbour of Monaco. With its festive ambience, the Brasserie is the perfect place to relax after a day at the Grand Prix.
Black Legend, Monaco:
Get Funky
If electronic music is not your cup of tea, you should pop in to Black Legend. No David Guetta or Bob Sinclar here. This club, which is part of the Groupe Floirat, will make you feel like you’re in a scene from Saturday Night Fever - funk, soul, Motown - with two live bands every night from 9pm to midnight, and a DJ until 5am. However, don’t go to Black Legend without a reservation, it’s usually packed, especially during the Grand Prix.
Invitation Only:
Give these a miss
Don’t bother wandering around these venues hoping to get in, these clubs are the best guarded bars in the Côte d’Azur.
Heaven’s Floor by Albane, Cannes
Formerly called Jimmy’z and managed by PR pro Albane Cleret, Heaven’s Floor has a clientele of 400 of the world’s top VIP’s every night during the festival. Famous DJs, trendy cocktails and designer dresses, it’s all there. But unfortunately, unless you’re Scarlett Johansson’s BFF, you will never get to see it.
Amber Lounge, Monaco
The website’s homepage says it all “the party haven for F1 stars, royalty and celebrities the world over.” If you don’t belong to any of these categories, don’t even bother trying. Even if you have the 15,000€ it takes to get a table.
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64TH CANNES FILM FESTIVAL & THAT RED CARPET The 64th Cannes Film Festival will be hosted by French actress Mélanie Laurent, with the legendary Robert de Niro as president of the jury. For a full list of the nineteen movies that will officially compete for the Palme d’Or, read our ‘Cinema Releases’ on page 22. Among the most hotly anticipated titles in competition this year is The Tree of Life, a period drama starring Brad Pitt and Sean Penn and directed by Terrence Malick, who makes a comeback at Cannes after failing to finish this movie on time last year. We can expect even more stars on the red carpet this May, following last year’s dismal A-list attendance amid the volcanic ash disruption and economic gloom. Given the line-up, there’s also bound to be Brangelina-paparazzi mania. The out-of-competition line-up includes Jodie Foster’s The Beaver starring Mel Gibson, Pirates of the Caribbean 4, the controversial Sarkozy biopic The Conquest, and the whole festival will be kicked off with Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris, featuring a cameo appearance by France’s first lady, Carla Bruni.
Don’t forget, the most successful star-spotters get to the red carpet early and hang out at the palatial hotel bars! The 64th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is expected to be the best in years, so make sure you get a good taste of it. Even if you’re a festival skeptic, a few fabulous nights rocking the dance floor in Cannes and Monaco will have you convinced that May is indeed the best month on the Riviera!
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Restaurant Reviews To truly experience Nice, it is important to take part in their primary form of socialising - wining and dining. And to truly experience this like a Niçois, one of the best restaurants to visit is La Table d’Oc. Just five minutes from Nice Port, La Table d’Oc is full from Monday to Saturday all year round, mainly with Nice natives. It is a busy and cosy hub, filled with the sounds of clinking glasses and the aroma of very good food.
La Table d’Oc, Nice Port
The choice of dishes they offer here is quite incredible. Accompanying a large a la carte menu, comprised of mainly Niçois and Corsican fair, is an equally large specials board, where they list up to ten different dishes created from that day’s freshest ingredients. It pays to bring a French dictionary, because even if you are a seasoned French restaurant diner, there are dishes here you will simply not understand. Also, the staff is happy to fill in the gaps. Now, La Table d’Oc is famous for it’s chacuterie plate, and once you’ve tried it, you’ll understand why. If you order it from the menu card, you are delivered a board of delectable Corsican sausages, hams and meats, which you can carve yourself. It is very medieval esque, and fantastic value for money. Or you can order it pre-prepared. The choice is yours. With so much on offer, we opted for the 21.50€ 3-course set menu with a carafe of house red. Our starters comprised of foie gras, and melon with parma ham, and both were presented beautifully with fresh fruit. La Table d’Oc also offers the freshest fish straight from the port as well as some of the finest meats from local butchers. So for the main, I had a fantastic piece of monkfish served with homemade fries and vegetables cooked al dente, while my partner had the steak, a succulent, fat free and well-portioned dish. Finally for desert, we both opted for Crème Caramel, which is possibly one of the best I have tried in the South of France. Freshly made from the kitchen and served with a digestive of our choice (limoncello), it was the perfect way to end the meal! For wine lovers, the list is long and reasonably priced. Most of the wines are from Corsica and France, however, there are a select few Italian wines from the southern regions, as well as Sicily. Diners can also enjoy a selection of aperitifs, digestives and champagne along with various entree plates, which I would highly recommend for a lazy lunch. The service was excellent despite the fact that every table in the restaurant was filled, and we were greeted with friendly smiles from both kitchen and serving staff. A truly traditional and friendly Niçois restaurant, La Table d’Oc is one not to be missed. We can only apologise to the locals for sharing this very coveted, well-kept secret. By Francesca Edgeworth
31 Rue Arson, Nice Tel: 04 93 89 50 92
31 Rue Arson Tel: 04 93 89 50 92
TO ENJOY NIçOIS CUISINE at it’s best, GO WHERE THE LOCALS GO...
Campo Caffé, Place Garibaldi Nice Campo Caffé, it’s a favourite among locals seeking sun-filled, social afternoons with socca and wine in the beautiful place Garibaldi. But is there more to this perfectly positioned, ultra large café and terrace, than just the promise of sun, coffee and too many rosés on ice? Indeed there is. Campo Caffé is located in the popular square of Place Garibaldi - one of the best places in Nice to enjoy French Riviera atmosphere and sunshine. It is right on the tram and bus lines too, so you can come from anywhere around the city and return home easily.
6 Place Garibaldi, Nice Tel: 04 93 56 85 70
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The menu is typical café style – pizzas, pastas, formulas, entrées. So we tried a pizza, a ceasar salad, a side of their popular socca, and a half carafe of rosé. Campo Caffé isn’t particularly known for its speedy service, but in fairness there are plenty of tables on this terrace to look after. So when visiting, you must assume the Niçois ‘ça va’ attitude, and you’ll get by fine.
Our pizza was simply delicious. A bubling, crispy dough with a herbed olive oil base, laden with quality parma ham, fresh cherry tomatoes and rocket, and finished with plenty of parmesan shavings. An offer of chilli oil was quickly rejected. This pizza was bursting with fresh natural flavours and different textures, it certainly didn’t need any enhancement. The ceasar salad, as with every other restaurant I have tried in Nice, should be simply titled a chicken salad, as the French are yet to perfect the intensity you expect in a ceasar dressing. Still, a plentiful serving of juicy chicken pieces and fresh garden salad was a great accompaniment to the pizza. And the socca, well it was very tasty, moist and seasoned perfectly. I can imagine many an afternoon here, wine in hand and a plate of socca before me. Our lunch, including wine and coffee, came to around 20€ per person, which I would happily pay again. Campo Caffé fills up fast, but with a kitchen open all day, there’s not too much of a scramble for seats. Overall, this sun + good food + rosé wine combo is definitely a winner. By Cassandra Tanti
Our restaurant reviews are not paid for. The restaurants do not know they are being reviewed, so we can give an honest opinion of our experience. Cassandra, Editor.
Food Guide
We Recommend l’Univers - Michelin Star 54 bld Jean Jeurés 04 93 62 32
Le Locale - Italian resto & deli -
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.
4 rue Rusca Nice Port 04 93 14 08 29
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 -
Food served every day, 12pm - 11pm Corner of rue Droite & rue Rossetti Tel: 04 93 80 43 22
27 rue d’Angleterre 04 93 82 41 20
Bistro Fromager - Fondue -
29 rue Benoit Bunico 04 93 13 07 83
11e Art - Contemporary -
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.
11 rue Meyerbeer- 04 93 87 57 15
Cave Wilson - Wine Bar Resto 16 rue Gubernatis - 04 93 85 33 10
Darlington - Modern Bistro 11 rue Dellile - 04 93 91 23 38
Vinomania - Wine Bar Resto -
19 rue Maréchael Joffre 04 93 44 78 81
Wine Room - Wine Bar Resto -
Darlington www.darlington-bistro.com
Open Mon - Sat lunch, Fri - Sat dinner 11 rue Delille, Nice Tel: 04 93 87 92 32
1 descente du Marché 04 93 16 21 53
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
Adonis
Authentic Lebanese
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ural, Gourmet Cuisine Nat
Le Coin uotidien
Bakery & Local Produce
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.
Delhi Darbar - Indian -
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 04 93 55 10 07
Snug - Gastro Pub -
Corner rue Droite & rue Rossetti
Open lunch & dinner Mon - Sat 12 rue St François de Paule, Nice Tel: 04 93 62 30 88
Vin sur Vin - Gourmet Bistro 18 bis rue Biscarra 04 93 92 93 20
La Pierre Bise - Pierrade Restaurant 5 rue Barillerie 04 93 53 44 94
Le Tire Bouchon - French -
Le Coin Quotidien
rue de la Prefecture 04 93 92 63 64
The key to this restaurant’s success is their use of quality, fresh ingredients. But this is more than just a restaurant - it’s also a bakery, a patisserie, a teahouse and a café. Enjoy the sun-catching terrace with views over the famous flower market.
35 rue de la Prefecture 04 93 80 15 97
Open every day, 8am - 12pm 1 Rue Saint-Francois de Paule, Nice Tel: 04 93 62 94 32
Papayou - World Cuisine Adonis - Lebanese -
12 rue St Francois de Paule 04 93 62 35 02
Gaglio - Mediterranean -
2 Place St François 04 93 85 42 13
Gloss - World Food -
16 rue Delile 04 93 81 71 87
L’Ybane - Lebanese -
1 rue de la Liberté 04 93 16 26 26
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Caffé dell’ Arte - French Cours Saleya 04 93 62 30 37
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Art & Culture
FRANCISCAN MUSEUM, CHURCH AND MONASTERY OF CIMIEZ Open 10am to 12pm and 3pm to 6pm, closed Sundays
Oceanomania: Souvenirs from the Mysterious Seas by Mark Dion
MATISSE MUSEUM 164 Avenue des Arènes de Cimiez Open 10am to 6pm Closed Tuesdays
Oceanographic Museum, Monaco
Hot on the heels of Damian Hirst’s ‘Cornucopia’ at Monaco’s Oceanographic Museum, comes ‘Oceanomania: Souvenirs from the Mysterious Seas’, by Mark Dion.
MARC CHAGALL NATIONAL BIBILICAL MESSAGE MUSEUM Closed on Tuesdays Cost: 6.50 Euros www.musee-chagall.fr
His exhibition is based on two ideas: the Census of Marine Life, a vast survey of over 6,000 species completed in 2010, and the explosion at the Deepwater Horizon oil rig, the accident which led to one of the world’s most extensive spillages which still provokes debate over the ethics and management of deep sea drilling. From here, Dion questions the evolution of Man’s fascination for the sea in terms of time and space, design, literature and art.
Rare Bible Pastels by Marc Chagall
Marc Chagall National Museum, Nice On order of France’s Minister of Culture, Andre Malraux, the Marc Chagall National Museum was constructed in 1973 to house 17 radiantly coloured oils depicting scenes from the Old Testament, titled the Biblical Message. The museum has since held a number of prepatory pastels for those works, but rarely puts them on show because of their fragility. For the next month however, these pastels will be on display, giving people an insight into the artist’s in-depth preparation and how his ideas changed as he worked on the great Biblical Message paintings.
BookReviews
MUSEUMS
Accompanying this will be another exhibition at the Villa Paloma, with works presented by twenty artists and arranged by Dion, all representing the ocean as a territory for exploration and discovery. The shows run until September.
ASIAN ARTS MUSEUM 405, Promenade des Anglais Arénas www.arts-asiatiques.com 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
Land of the Painted Caves by Jean Auel At long last, the finale of the hugely successful Earth’s Children series. Jean Auel’s mammoth (sorry, I couldn’t resist) Clan of the Cave Bear came out in 1980, and since then fans have been eagerly awaiting the rest of this scrupulously researched series about prehistoric times before the extinction of Neanderthals. It’s been a long wait, but worth it, even if at one point most of us had given up hope. In this, his sixth book, the character Ayla struggles to find a balance between her duties as a new mother, and her training to become a Zelandori - one of the Ninth Cave community’s spiritual healers and leaders. What ever you may think of Auel’s stories - alternative history, a good novel – just remember his previous book sold over 45 million copies worldwide, so it must to be good.
the slap by Christos Tsolkas This controversial, bestselling novel tells the story of the fallout from a slap, administered to an obnoxiously behaved boy by a participant at a suburban barbecue in Melbourne. Apart from the ins and outs of slapping an unruly child who is not your own, the book is (perhaps) a portrait of contemporary and cosmopolitan Australia. The story tells the tale from the point of view of eight narrators who witnessed the slap. It is supposed to give an overview of society, but personally I think the novel fails spectacularly. Everyone should form his/her own opinion though, I suppose.
Jamie’s 30-minute Meals by Jamie Oliver This is a far more satisfying read, and à la mode to boot, considering all the cooking shows that are invading our TV screens. The book offers easy and delicious recipes for busy people. Jamie shows that by mastering a few tricks and being organised and focused in the kitchen, it is absolutely possible to get a complete meal on the table in 30 minutes. Another interesting point is that Jamie’s 30-minute meals iPhone app was the no.1 lifestyle application in the UK and has more than 250,000 downloads.
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Lifestyle & Health Eco Sex. Uh, What?
ZUMBA THE PHENOMENON
So you think you can dance? Well, you can, and get healthy at the same time. Since it’s inception in 2001, Zumba has been gradually taking over the world, sweeping millions of people off their feet, literally. The exercise craze, which incorporates Latin and salsa dance, has even penetrated the gaming world, with the Zumba Fitness Video Game released in 2010 by Xbox, Wii and Playstation. It was invented by dancer and choreographer Alberto “Beto” Perez in Columbia during the 1990s. The difference with this fitness program is the music moves you, as opposed to counting reps over the music, as in many other fitness classes. Zumba can burn up to 1,000 calories per one-hour class. I tried it, and it was fantastic. Once you get into it, it doesn’t feel like a work-out at all! You can find Zumba classes at Danalys and Leader Fitness in Nice, as well as venues in Antibes, Monaco, Cannes and Sophia Antipolis. To find them, checkout www.zumba.com.
Pass the Salt
Cutting salt intake by half a teaspoon a day could have the same health benefits as quitting smoking, according to a recent US study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The study showed the majority of salt is consumed in processed foods, not by adding salt at the table or during cooking, so the best way to cut down on salt is to eat natural, fresh foods with no added salt. The benefits include a lowered risk of heart attack, stroke, obesity and unstable cholesterol.
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You participated on Earth Day, turned your lights off for Earth Hour, you use shampoo that hasn’t been tested on animals, and you wear organic cotton chinos. But have you gone green in your boudoir? Yes, even the bedroom is going eco-friendly, and here is how: Eco bedroom Bamboo bed sheets are the answer. Bamboo fabric is silky and slippery, wicks moisture, has natural antimicrobial properties, comes from a rapidly renewable resource, and is super sexy. Eco undies Organic cotton, hemp, silk, bamboo, and other renewable fibres make ultra-sexy lingerie and underwear. Condoms On the market now are vegan condoms (Glyde) and Fairtrade condoms (French Letters). Natural Lubricants Go as natural as possible and try to avoid petroleum products, artificial scents, flavours, and colours. For example, you can use cocoa butter (this is non-latex friendly). Green toys Who needs a carcinogenic dildo? Many sex toys contain chemicals called phthalates (a substance used to soften hard plastics like PVC and provide that jelly feeling). In 2004, the EU banned a range of phthalates from children’s toys. There is quite a bit of concern about the toxicity and health risks of phthalates. Look for toys made from glass, metal, silicone, hard plastics, or natural rubber. If your sex toy of choice is a power tool, buy a rechargeable one, use your own rechargeable batteries or try Sola - a solar vibrator! Recycle your Rabbit Vibe Trade in your broken Rabbit and get a brand new one for half the price at Lovehoney - www.lovehoney.co.uk/rabbit-amnesty. Sexy Play You can be green and efficient by showering or bathing together. Conscious S&M S&M with recycled rubber whips, harnesses, and paddles handcrafted from recycled tires. There are also Green Online Dating Services like Green Singles, Green Passions, Earth Wise Singles, Concerned Singles, Love is Green and Human2Human, to help you find that special someone who matches your eco criteria. Now who said going green isn’t fun?
Did you know?
Smokers are nearly doubling their risk of developing Alzheimers disease. The University of Sydney’s Brain & Mind Research Institute has confirmed the accuracy of numerous new studies that claim smoking exacerbates the brain activity that distinguishes Alzheimers. The effect that smoking has on the blood supply to the brain is also proven to increase the risk of developing vascular dimentia.
Recipes from the Riviera
Presented each month by different chefs throughout the region A simple and light 2-course menu that is tasty and refreshing. Perfect for Spring! Brought to you by the chef’s at Adonis, and perfectly matched with wines from Nicolas, place St François.
Tabbouleh entrée
Serves 4 1 bunch flat leaf parsley 10 mint leaves 1 small onion 2 medium tomatoes 1 lemon Salt & pepper 100ml olive oil 1/2 cup bulgur (cracked wheat)
Method Bring 1 cup of water to the boil, add the bulgur and remove from the heat. Cover and allow to stand for about 20 minutes. Finely chop the parsley and mint and set aside. Finely dice the onions and then the tomatoes. When the bulgur is ready, mix all the ingredients together, with the juice of 1 lemon, the olive oil and seasoning. Serve immediately. Recommended By
St François
Muscat Sec Réserve Spéciale Gérard Bertrand 2010 Pays d’Oc, 5.35€*
A rare dry Muscat wine with citrus aromas, produced by one of the top wine makers in the Languedoc. It has a well-balanced, crisp finish, and pairs well with the light, fresh tabbouleh salad.
CHICKEN BROCHETTES main Serves 4 4 chicken breasts, each about 160g 2 cloves garlic 1 lemon 100ml sunflower oil Salt & pepper Paprika
Lettuce 3 tomatoes, sliced 1/2 cucumber 1/2 red onion, sliced Pita bread Olive oil
Method Cut the chicken into large pieces. Crush the garlic cloves and add the juice of 1 lemon. Marinate the chicken in the mixture for 30 minutes. Soak 8 wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes, or use metal skewers. Preheat the grill, BBQ or pan to a moderate heat. Slide the chicken onto the skewers and season with salt, pepper and paprika to taste. Cook for 7-8 minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through. Meanwhile, wrap the pita breads in foil and warm in oven. To serve, put some lettuce, cucumber and sliced tomatoes on the plate and drizzle with olive oil. Add 2 chicken skewers and some pita bread, and sprinkle with some sliced red onion and a touch of paprika.
St François
Saint-Pourcain Les Deux Clochers 2008, 4.55€*
This light red wine marries perfectly with white meat, lamb and cheese. There are hints of red berries and a slightly spicy finish, while soft tannins make for a very smooth wine.
* Special sales price, available until May 24th.
Your friendly, English-speaking expert for buying the best wine, on any budget. Conveniently located throughout Nice. 15 Place St François - 23 ave Jean Médecin 40 bd Borriglione - 14 bd de Cessole - 27 ave Gambetta 7 rue Maccarani - 18 ave Malaussena
Farmer’s Markets
Recommended By
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Farmer’s Market, Maréchal Joffre Every morning Fish Market, Place St François Tues-Sun mornings Provençal Market, Cours Saleya Every morning except Monday Libération Fruit & Vegetable Market, Avenue Malausséna Tues - Sun, 7am - 1pm
Antibes
Provençal Market, Cours Masséna Sat-Sun: 6am – 1pm
CANNES
Marché Forville (Provençal Market), Le Suquet district Tues-Sun: 6am – 1 pm Provençal Market, Place Paul Roubaud Every morning
MONACO
Place d’Armes Market Ave St-Charles Market, every morning
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TOPICS NATIONAL
‘Burqa Ban’ takes effect in France EDITORIAL: The first woman to flout the ‘burqa ban’ law in France has been arrested. Women in full-veil have protested, and they’ve been taken away too. So how is President Nicolas Sarkozy’s controversial new law going, and will it make any real difference at all? The arrests came on the first day the law came into effect on the 11th April. A young woman was fined 150€ “without incident” in a shopping centre in Mureaux, north of Paris, while two women protesting outside Notre Dame in Paris were taken away for staging an unauthorised protest, then released without charge. Parliamentarians and feminists in France have argued that the full veil is a symbol of male oppression and that niqab-wearing women are bullied into it by their husbands. So why are they not embracing their newfound freedom, but defying the law and still wearing their veils? Are they not grateful for the French government’s push for equality between Muslims? According to a new study by the ‘At Home in Europe Project’ for the Open Society Foundations, of the 32 Muslim women interviewed, all said they were not forced into wearing the full-face veil by husbands or family, but chose to wear it as part of a ‘spiritual journey’. Many of these women are also refusing to take off the veil, despite this law. Ten of the woman actually started wearing the niqab after controversy broke out in 2009. And most said they would avoid, as much as possible, leaving their homes. Some even believe they will have to leave France and move to other countries. Perhaps that’s what Sarkozy was hoping for?
YOUR FIX OF LOCAL AND NATIONAL NEWS By Cassandra Tanti & Mélodie Michel Around 20,000 people are allowed to enter France on work visas and another 15,000 for family reasons each year. Socialist MP Sandrine Mazetier said the government is exploiting the issue of immigration to divert attention away from the country’s unemployment.
Sex-clients could face fines
It’s about this time of year when we see them out in force, lining the Promenade des Anglais and the Port, trying to cash in on the busy summer trade, like most businesses on the French Riviera. Prostitutes, they’re not doing anything illegal, but their ‘industry’ is set to take a major blow if French lawmakers pass a legislation making it a criminal offence to pay for sex. A new report, penned by Danielle Bousquet of the Socialist Party, and Guy Geoffrey of the ruling UMP on April 13th, recommends a 3,000€ fine and up to six months jail for those who solicit sex. Prostitution is not illegal in France, but procuring or soliciting other people for sex is. The authors of the report argue that “punishing clients would help make them understand that they are engaged in a form of exploitation.” Women working in the sex-trade reportedly fear that the law would send prostitution further to the fringes, and put vulnerable people under complete control of exploitative pimps. The law to criminalise sex clients already exists in Norway, Iceland and Sweden.
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Parents PROTEST cuts
Despite these initial arrests, French police are going to have trouble enforcing the law. “The law will be infinitely difficult to apply, and it will be infinitely rarely applied, unfortunately,” Emmanuel Roux of the police union SCPN said on France-Inter radio. He said police have been instructed not to use force to remove the veils, and that if a woman refuses to remove it, the police officer is meant to call the prosecutor for further legal action. Still, other European countries with a similar plan are watching closely, especially Belgium, who approved its own version of the ban last year and is likely to be looking at France’s implementation for tips. So far, the ban seems to be working a treat.
CALL FOR LESS IMMIGRATION
French Interior Minister Claude Guéant has asked the government to reduce the number of people entering France through work visas.
In an interview published in Figaro Magazine, Guéant also said “we also continue to reduce the number of foreigners coming to France for family reunification.”
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CRACKING THE MAFIA NETWORK
A Nice Matin article has revealed that the Italian city of Bordighera has been recently put under state administration, after town councilor Donatella Albano revealed that the whole city council had been infiltrated by the Calabrese N’Drangheta mafia. The event has raised concerns that members of the criminal network could cross the border in to France to protect themselves from the Italian police. The French authorities already know that Sicilian mafia group Cosa Nostra uses Provence, and especially Marseilles, as a refuge for retired, sick, or on-the-run leaders such as Bernardo Provenzano, who had surgery here under a cover name in 2006. But the presence of the mafia on the Riviera doesn’t stop there. Two very influential Vallauris families, known to be related to the Calabrese mafia, have been suspected of laundering drug money through their catering businesses. The Nice Matin investigation also revealed that links to the Napolitano Camorra mafia have been found in the construction sector in Menton. According to the French police, although the Italian mafia is not looking to infiltrate the French administration, it does use investments in real estate and construction to not only launder dirty money, but also for drug trafficking. And as the police are investigating the administrations of border cities
NICE LEAD THE WAY FOR THE BLIND
One of the main goals Christian Estrosi had when elected mayor of Nice, was to make the city fully accessible to the disabled. And a major step was recently taken in that direction, with the introduction of braille on tramway stations. The blind and partially sighted can now know what station they are at, where the tram is going and how long they have to wait before it arrives. The next improvement will be to install sound indicators that blind people can activate from a distance to find the stations more easily.
Solar energy is booming In April, the local government announced that 54 retiring teachers this year, will not be replaced. Amid fears that the cuts will mean less classes and more pupils in each class, parents immediately organized protests throughout the Riviera, and started petitions to block the decision and raise awareness. At the Fuon Cauda, Bon Voyage and Acacias elementary schools in Nice, parents occupied the premises’ for a number days, blocking classes and sleeping in tents. The efforts paid off for Fuon Cauda, where the cuts have been cancelled, fuelling the determination of other parents throughout the region. Cutting jobs in education is part of the government’s plan to reduce public spending, but teachers and parents are regularly hitting the streets to denounce its impact on students.
Cannes city council has recently signed a contract with French electricity company EDF to install solar panels on the roofs of 20 public sector buildings. Solar energy will now account for 50% of the total energy necessary to provide hot water to their residents, while preventing 380 tons of CO2 from being emitted into the atmosphere each year. In 2010, Antibes city council registered a 50% increase in solar panel funding requests, with 59 house owners choosing to install solar panels on their roofs that year. Even though government subventions have decreased in the last few years, users still get a 22% tax credit and a 500€ cheque from the Conseil Général. And because the price of solar panels has dropped by 40%, solar energy is becoming more and more attractive to private individuals.
Essential
GUIDE
What’s Up Party People? The sun is shining and the nights are getting balmy. That means it’s time to enjoy some great open-air concerts! Hitting the stage this month across the Riviera are a host of performers covering a few different genres, including jazz, hip-hop and even body percussion! The ultra-cool Mas des Escaravatiers is kicking off this May, followed by 22 party nights & days this summer. There’s a pool, first-rate DJs and bands, plenty of wine and good company. It’s about an hour’s drive away from Nice, so get organising! And Jamiroquai fans, don’t forget to book your tickets for the July concert!
THUR 5TH MAY @ CEDAC de Cimiez Young Blood Brass Band, Electro Soul 9pm, tickets 16€ cedac-nice.com
THUR 19TH MAY @ CEDAC de Cimiez Kyle Eastwood Quartet, Jazz 9pm, tickets 14/11€ cedac-nice.com
FRI 27TH MAY @ CEDAC de Cimiez Hadouk Trio, World Jazz 9pm, tickets 18/15€ cedac-nice.com FRI 27TH MAY
COMING SOON: SUN 5th JUNE @ Palais Nikaïa Shakira – The Sun Comes Out World Tour Tickets 51/62€
SAT 7TH MAY
SAT 21ST MAY @ Théâtre de Verdure B.Boy France, Hip Hop Dance @ Théâtre de Verdure Ayo Doors open 1.30pm 8.30pm, tickets 28.50/30.50€ Tickets 5/7€ FRI 26TH MAY @ Théâtre de Verdure Souleance & Freeze DBH, Electro Hip Hop 8.00pm
SAT 14TH MAY @ Théâtre de Verdure Barbatuques, Body Percussion 8.30pm
Souleance
@ Le Mas des Escaravatiers THUR 28TH JULY Puget sur Argens @ Palais Nikaïa Opening Concet Located in the heart of a vine- Jamiroquai yard, the Mas des Escaravatiers Tickets 49€ is a huge party under the sun and stars. Have fun in the pool and listen to great music, all in the peaceful surrounds of Puget sur Argens (near St Raphael). There are 22 dates for this summer, with a line-up that alternates between French pop, folk, soul, reggae, and electro. Get involved in this unique summer music experience. Doors open 7.30pm. 514, chemin de Saint-Tropez. www.lemas-concert.com
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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
Snug
Blast
Ma Nolan’s
Le Sezamo
32 ave Fontaine de la Ville
Salsa La Bodéguita 14 rue Chauvain
La Havane
23 rue de France
L e Sansas
4 ave des Phocéens
DJ Bars Bar’Oc
10 bis rue Bavastro
Checkpoint
Blue Whales
Checkpoint
Gossip
7 rue Bonaparte
Smarties
10 rue Defly
Ghost
rue Barillerie
La Perle
26 Quai Lunel (port)
Blue Whales
Checkpoint
Piano Bars Kosma 8 Rue Sacha Guitry
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Ma Nolan’s
Ma Nolan’s
Blue Whales
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 Restaurant, Cocktails & Tapas Food served 7pm-11pm, open 10am-2.30am 32 rue de France, Nice Tel: 04 93 16 36 16 21
CINEMA RELEASES OUR SELECTION Midnight in Paris, May 11
Midnight in Paris is set to open the 2011 Cannes Film Festival, amid much hype. Directed by Woody Allen and starring Owen Wilson, Marion Cotillard, Kathy Bates, Adrien Brody, Rachel McAdams and France’s first lady Carla Bruni, this romantic comedy follows a family travelling to Paris for business. Wilson’s character becomes enamoured with the city, and begins to involve himself in a fantasyland that exceeds his wildest fantasies.
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, May 18 There’s a brand new director in charge and the likes of Kiera Knightley and Orlando Bloom have been excluded. In this highly publicized instalment, Penelope Cruz plays an almost identical female character to her predecessor, Geoffrey Rush returns as the indestructible Captain Hector Barbossa, and Johnny Depp remains the charismatic and comic Captain Jack Sparrow, who finds himself on an unexpected journey to the fabled Fountain of Youth, when a woman from his past (Cruz) forces him aboard the Queen Annes Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane).
Stone, May 11
Fast Five, May 4
Convicted arsonist Gerald Creeson (Edward Norton) a.k.a. Stone, recruits his wife Loretta (Milla Jovovich) to persuade his retiring parole officer (Robert de Niro) to approve his early parole. What ensues is a story of corruption, dark impulses and moral bankruptcy. This film has received mixed reviews, with criticism directed at Norton’s ability to play a white-gangster, and de Niro’s inability to step out of his familiar role.
The following line from the movie sums it up perfectly: “The men we are after are professional runners. We find them, we take them as a team, and we bring them back. And above all else, we don’t ever, ever, let them get in the cars.” This is an action-packed, fully loaded, fast-paced film starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker and Dwayne Johnson.
The Tree of Life, May 17
The Beaver, May 25
Walter Black (Mel Gibson) is a hopelessly depressed individual. Separated from his family and with all hope gone, he finds his voice in a puppet beaver, who becomes his sole form of communication.
The Tree of Life is director Terrence Mallick’s long-awaited coming-of-age film, featuring Brad Pitt and Sean Penn. It will be competing for the coveted Palm d’Or prize at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. The film was supposed to appear at Cannes last year, but the reclusive-perfectionist Mallick couldn’t get it finished in time. The period-film traces the evolution of an eleven year old boy in Midwest America as he comes to learn about life, love and loss.
Directed by and starring Jodie Foster, The Beaver will be screened at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival in the ‘Out of Competition’ section.
The Hangover 2, May 25
Phil, Alan and Doug travel to Bangkok for Stu’s wedding, but after their little escapade in Las Vegas, Stu has opted for a safe, subdued pre-wedding brunch. However, things do not go as planned after they lose the younger brother of Stu’s fiancée. Director Todd Phillips made headlines recently by saying the monkey in the film is addicted to cigarettes. He followed with a statement, “This was a joke. I make comedies.”
64th Cannes Film Festival
IN COMPETITION
Pedro ALMODÓVAR Bertrand BONELLO Alain Joseph CEDAR Nuri Bilge CEYLAN J.P. et Luc DARDENNE Aki KAURISMÄKI Naomi KAWASE Julia LEIGH MAÏWENN Terrence MALICK Radu MIHAILEANU Takashi MIIKE Nanni MORETTI Lynne RAMSAY Markus SCHLEINZER Paolo SORRENTINO Lars VON TRIER Nicolas WINDING REFN
The Dilemma, May 11
From director Ron Howard, comes The Dilemma, a comedy about infidelity, lies, dishonest best friends and addictive personality. It stars Vince Vaughn as Ronny, whose world is turned upside down when he catches his best friend’s girlfriend having an affair. As the amateur investigation turns his world into comic mayhem, Ronny learns that his friend Nick (Kevin James) has a few secrets of his own. Also starring Jennifer Connelly and Winona Ryder.
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LA PIEL QUE HABITO L’APOLLONIDE - SOUVENIRS DE LA MAISON CLOSE CAVALIER PATER HEARAT SHULAYIM BIR ZAMANLAR ANADOLU’DA (Once upon a time in Anatolia) LE GAMIN AU VÉLO LE HAVRE HANEZU NO TSUKI SLEEPING BEAUTY - 1st film POLISSE THE TREE OF LIFE LA SOURCE DES FEMMES ICHIMEI (Hara-Kiri: Death of a Samuraï) HABEMUS PAPAM WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN MICHAEL - 1st film THIS MUST BE THE PLACE MELANCHOLIA DRIVE
MUSIC NEWS COLDPLAY
U2 REDONE COLLABORATION
Producer RedOne, best known for his work with Lady Gaga, will be working with U2 on their next album. RedOne told Billboard that the band’s new sound will encompass a more futuristic sound. “They have a very special way of working. A song is never done until the day before it comes out almost, so you never know.”
GEORGE MICHAEL
Artist of the month: COLDPLAY OPENING THE 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES?
MUMFORD & SONS
their gutsy music. Their debut album, Sigh No More, was released in the UK in October 2009, and February 2010 in the US. They’ve since received two Grammy Award nominations, won the ARIA Music Award for Most Popular International Artist, and the Brit Award in 2011 for Best British Album.
Coldplay are at the top of the list of performers expected to play at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The band would perform a specially commissioned ‘Welcome Song’ for a TV audience in excess of two billion. Muse and Joss Stone are also under consideration to perform.
NO DOUBT
They’re not trying to make pop music or fit the archetype of a MTV generation superstar. Perhaps that’s why they’re so successful. Mumford & Sons make folk funky.
NEW ALBUM OUT THIS YEAR
No Doubt has confirmed their latest album will be out this year. Speaking with Ryan Seacrest on his morning show, Gwen Stefani said, “It’s generally a really happy album… the main thing we are trying to do is write really catchy good songs.” Stefani fell short of giving an exact release date, but said it should be “definitely out this year”.
May 3
Beastie Boys “Hot Sauce Committee Part Two”
May 17
Ben Harper “Give Till It’s Gone”
The British band formed in October 2007, and is madeup of four young men from West London. Their old-time sound is said to marry ‘the magic of Crosby, Stills & Nash with the might of Kings of Leon and the harmonies of Fleet Foxes’. The band self-produced three EP’s and toured England extensively promoting
Mumford & Sons are known for their energetic (and sweaty) performances, in which each band member exchanges musical instruments. The band makes no secret of the fact that live gigs are by far their favourite part of the music experience. They’re currently on tour in the US, and will perform at a sold-out concert in Glastonbury in June. They then team up with Arcade Fire at London’s Hyde Park, and will also perform at a concert in Valencia, Spain.
ALBUM RELEASES May 17
Moby “Destroyed”
LOVE SONG FOR ROYAL WEDDING
George Michael fans can download his new single, made especially for Britain’s Prince William and Princess Catherine of Wales. The song is called ‘You and I’, a cover of the 1972 version by Stevie Wonder. The 47 year old was a friend of Princess Diana and told CNN’s Piers Morgan, “The idea came to me … that I should express my happiness at their marriage publicly.” Fans can download the song for free and have the option of making a donation to the Royal Wedding Charity Fund.
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May 31
Lady Gaga “Born This Way”
Eddie Vedder “Ukulele Songs”
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Games Test Your Knowledge
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rope & North America? 12. Which country’s flag, the oldest existing flag in the world, apparently fell out of the heavens during a battle on 15th June 1219? 13. Thai, Japanese Kick, Burmese, American Kick, Indian and French are all examples of what? 14. What is the name of the pan in which one makes paella? 15. What is the main difference between Libel and Slander? 16. The fastest serve in men’s tennis, 249.5 km/h, belongs to which man? 17. According to UNICEF, which African country has the most land mines in the world: Angola, Egypt, Chad or Somalia? 18. Who was involved with the Australian surfer Blaine after splitting up with Ken? 19. Which company used the slogan ‘Because I’m Worth It’? 20. Which expression of gratitude is also the name of the floating mountains on Pandora in the film Avatar?
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LIBRA
May 2011
Right now, you’re very aware of everything dull and ordinary. This month, you’ll either be wishing and hoping, and regretting the past, or standing up for your principles and wondering why your professional life is so unfair. It’s a hit-and-miss, on-and-off kind of period. But by the end of May, you remember that career may be a slow starter, while romantic dreams and love relationships are moving at the speed you like. Time to try out some passion on the one you love.
Opportunities are definitely coming your way through May. You might not see the fruits of your labour immediately, but earnings should increase in substantial ways. Look out for contacts in your working life who can help you attain your financial goals. But don’t get complacent, if you get too fond of your purse, money will be ruling you, not you ruling it.
With Mars steaming full ahead, it does seem as if you’re up for big expenditure. Whether it’s a holiday or simply indulging in a new wardrobe, do take care you don’t break the bank. Be particularly careful around the 13th, when the planets give you a taste for impulse buying. And the good news? Well, you can organise the office, take a new approach to solving old problems, or simply prove you have the energy and motivation to take a few leaps and bounds up the promotion ladder.
Are you up for re-inventing yourself? Are you up for a complete overhaul of career and lifestyle? The long-term effects of Jupiter and Uranus will push your psychological buttons about power, potency and progress. But what is occurring to you this month, is how to put those brilliant thoughts for the future into fantastic and lucrative action. Get cracking and invent the new you.
TAURUS
GEMINI Being in charge of one’s own life involves action, not just thought. So go out there this month, and show how in control you are of your own destiny. Vocational needs will be on your mind, and that passion for being incredibly knowledgeable around the 21st will spur you into action. And whether it’s a new career, or simply a lifestyle change, the sun and Mars will give you the necessary drive to make your most realistic dreams come true.
CANCER
You had built up financial reserves, a little here and there to keep the wolf from the door. But it’s not quite gone according to the organised plans you made a few months ago. With so many planets in the most sacrificial part of your chart, it feels like you’ve got to give up on personal desires to save everyone else around you. Don’t. Direct all good intentions towards yourself. This is a month to enrich your professional know-how - not relinquish it. LEO
There’s a buzz in the air. A feeling of liberation, release from worries, cares and woes. A sense of a bright and brilliant future ahead. But why is it that your partner or friends just don’t get that same sensation? Calm and serene, your energy flow is on a high, and you’re beginning to be more sure of yourself. So take advantage of a whiff of romantic liberation in the air, wave your wand, and hey presto, start to live out those visions instead of just thinking about them.
VIRGO
The planets this month are reminding you that the more you believe in something the more real it can become. Venus gives you a whole new perspective on your vocational achievement on the 13th. By the 26th, you will know what it is that you truly want for yourself. And that place where you are centre stage, whether it’s a professional one, or just an adoring audience of one, is going to be for real.
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SAGITTARIUS You may recently have felt boring and unwanted. Yet you want to belong or to be part of something. That’s human nature. But belonging isn’t always to be found in a permanent relationship, it can be experienced through understanding our own individual values too. So don’t feel you have to be like ‘everyone else’ to be loved and to love. This month navigate your life with vision and self-awareness.
CAPRICORN One day you want to run a new-age store, the next you’d rather trek across the Andes, and it’s all very confusing. Then along comes one of those sensible colleagues to remind you about respect and duty. But it’s hardly surprising you’re up for anything other than what you’re already doing. This month you must make a choice. Head for the hills, or make success a reality? Only you know the answer.
AQUARIUS You’re always surprised when your bank balance looks healthy, but don’t use that as an excuse to blow it all away on some amazing holiday that apparently holds the key to happiness. Visualise the time it took to earn it all, whether it’s a second-hand car dealer, or a broker offering too-good-to-be-true shares, anyone trying to separate you from your cash around the 16th, should be given short shrift.
PISCES This month you find something precious you’ve been looking for, and that’s yourself. Look after your personal world as you would care for a diamond, and a mythical rise to fame could become your own personal truth. Your responsibility is to yourself this May and it’s enough to give you a personal sense of inner joy and outer self-worth. Never knock the myth. Time to live it out.
Sarah Bartlett
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