The SA Expat June 2010

June 2010 issue

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d’s Letter Dear Readers Welcome to our first Edition of “The SA Expat”. We hope to bring you a host of interesting topics and issues which you will find helpful and relevant to life and living in the UK. We are also launching a “Expat Kids Club” for all those parents with children here in the UK. In this issue we will be focusing on the World Cup kicking of in South Africa, as well as Wimbledon Tennis Championships taking place from 21 June. On the art and music scene we take a look at the Tate Modern celebrating 10 years and Johnny Clegg is also being featured with a upcoming performance in London. Johnny is also celebrating 30 years performing this year.

Launching the end of June is “Shaka Zulu” Restaurant in Camden Town. This 740 capacity venue will be the most exciting launch London has experienced in a very long time.

We have also managed to generate fantastic give aways through our sponsors, which include a £800.00 party for 15 people at one of London’s hottest new venues, Bond.

Our aim with this magazine is to inform all South Africans,not only the ones based in the UK,but everyone based all over the world who are interested in information about the UK. We want all our readers to participate and become actively involved in the magazine’s content and would appreciate all suggestions with regards to various relevant topics that you would like us to feature. We are also running a on going pic of the month competition so get your pic to us and stand a chance of having it published as well as winning a prize. Any budding journalist out there feel free to contribute.

For anyone wanting to advertise in the magazine or on our website,our rates are extremely cost effective and we do cater for the new or small business with tailor-made advertising packages. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your requirements. Register on our website to receive your free monthly copy.

Well ,what more can I say ?

Enjoy our first issue of “The SA Expat” and happy reading!

Regards Stephan Theron Editor The SA Expat does not necessarily share the views of the magazine’s contributors.The SA Expat cannot accept responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts and pictures. All content are correct at time of being published.

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Please meet some of our wonderful contributors Lauren Harley is a 26 year old Health & Skincare Professional from South Africa. I have practised beauty therapy for 7 years now in South Africa as well as here in the UK, having worked in many different situations and scenarios such as owning my own business within a health and fitness centre and a hair salon, working in shopping centres, hotels and high street salons.

Roland Gaspar is a sought after Motivational Comedian, Professional Speaker, Actor, Author and Corporate Communicator. His corporate keynotes, motivational presentations and comedy shows have been well received by countless top companies. He has also been seen in comedy themed TV commercials for brands like General Motors, Spar, Rand Easter Show, Handy Andy and even one or two of those ghastly Insurance infomercials! He has played lead roles in SA Television shorts and features as well as an International independent feature film. See more on www.rolandg.co.za

My name is Johan du Toit, I am a Wedding and Portrait photographer living in London for the last 3 years having moved here from Johannesburg, South Africa. Digital has revolutionised the photography industry with more people starting to take photos and a huge rise in the amateur / hobbyist category. I will be sharing some photography tips with you each month and we will improve our photography together by examining different aspects relating to digital photography.

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CONTENTS

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June 2010 EDITOR’S NOTE

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COMPETITIONS

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JOHNNY CLEGG

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MOTIVATIONAL PIECE

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STUDY AT KINGSTON COLLEGE

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THE BARCLAYS CYCLE HIRING

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SCHEME TATTOO HISTORY

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EXPAT KIDS CLUB

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PIC OF THE MONTH

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PHOTOGRAPHY

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SKYPE THE 21ST

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CENTURY TELEPHONE TATE MODERN

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LETS GET MARRIED

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CLOTHES SHOW LONDON

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BEAUTY

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UNIQUE PHYSIQUE

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STAR TICKETS WITH CONFIDENCE

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NELSON WINES

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SHAKA ZULU

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ENTERTAINMENT SECTION

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TRAVEL SECTION

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THE WIMBLEDON CHAMPIONSHIP 2010

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2010 FIFA WORLD CUP IN SA

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GROUP STAGE MATCH SCHEDULE

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Johnny Clegg In preparation for my telephone interview with Johnny Clegg in France, I was pondering with a number of thoughts on which way to go with the interview.

Thirty years on as a world class performer, not only in South Africa but across the world, where does one begin. Well, the most obvious route to follow would be to trace it all back to the start, where it all began.

Johnny was born in Bacup, near Rochdale, England in 1953,to a Zimbabwean mother and English father.

Johnny grew up in Zimbabwe but moved to South Africa at the age of 7 when his mother married a South African journalist. Johnny also spent 2 years in Zambia with his parents and returned back to South Africa when he was 11 years old. His mother was a cabaret and jazz singer and his father a crime journalist. Based on the combination of his parents diverse backgrounds, Johnny was exposed to different cultures at a very early age.

In 1967 Johnny first got to hear Zulu street music being played on guitars strung differently to normal guitars creating a completely different sound. The Zulu street music sound fascinated Johnny to the extent where he started to study the Zulu language by using a dictionary and ending up studying Zulu as a 7th subject at school.

After school Johnny studied and became a lecturer of Anthropology at the University of the Witwatersrand and it was here that he started to experiment with a combination of English lyrics, Western music and Zulu musical structures. Jaluka, meaning “sweat” in Zulu, was born and between Johnny, Sipho Ncunu and their producer Hilton Rosenthal, the road was paved for success albeit littered with anti apartheid

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laws such as the law on mixed race performances in public places and crackdowns by security police.

Yet, having to perform from living rooms to hostels never deterred them and subsequently the first album “Universal Men” was released in 1979, followed by a second album “African Litany” two years later. Another album followed ”Ubuhle Bemvelo” entirely in Zulu.

Other albums followed and tours through Canada, USA, Germany and Scandinavia highlighted a fruitful period during 1982-1983. In the six years that they were together they recorded two platinum and five gold albums and was catapulted into international success.

Juluka split up in 1985 with Sipho returning back to his roots as a cattle farmer and Johnny forming Savuka (“we have risen”).The concept was to mix African music with a wider music base and international rock sounds. Savuka toured Europe and North America extensively during 1988-1993, breaking all attendance records in France in 1988 and 1989. Savuku was terminated in 1993 and Jaluka was reformed three years later releasing Ya Vuka Inkunzi.

Since then Johnny has gone on to perform and record many solo projects all over the world.

“Le Zulu Blanc” (the white zulu), a name given to Johnny by a French reporter visiting a township inquiring about Johnny, after being referred to as The White Zulu by the locals, is still going from strength to strength after 30 years performing. He has no plans on settling down and even if he does, a new generation is emerging through his very talented son.

Catch Johnny Clegg performing live in London at the Forum, Kentish Town, Saturday, 19th June 2010.

2 tickets Johnny Clegg performing live in London at the Forum, Kentish Town, Saturday, 19th June 2010.

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What Being Homesick has to do with Pizza!

by Roland Gaspar

Most of us don’t spend every waking hour thinking about Pizza. In fact, most of us don’t spend all our time thinking about any specific food at all. However, when you’re hungry, it seems food is all you can think about!

Feeling homesick is a lot like feeling hungry.

Let’s face it, you need to eat! So your body automatically reminds you from time to time by way of those familiar pangs of hunger. Feeling homesick is a similar process but in a very different way. You have taken a bold step to venture out into the world and make your way in a country far away from your “home”. That makes you brave, adventurous and willing to take risks for a better life… but just like hunger, the pangs of longing for the past will catch up with you. Typically this will happen when things are not going so well, and can be accompanied by some very strong emotion.

You might doubt yourself, your decisions and sometimes even your whole new life! At these times it is important to remember that you are not dysfunctional… you’re just “hungry”. Your body gives you hunger when you need food. Your emotions giving you the homesick feeling shouldn’t be a negative experience – it’s there to remind us of our roots. It’s tempting in these times to romanticize the past and think of everything in terms of “the good old days”. But if all the old days were so good, there would be no need to venture out into the rest of the world. They are not ALL good. Remembering the good things of the past should not serve to make the present seem bleak – they should serve to give you a sense of your roots. Remember all the good things and how they contributed to making you who you are, but do not let them reduce your resolve toward building the things you are becoming!

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So how is South Africa like a pizza?

Starting with the base: there’s hardly ever enough dough! With tax levels, high bank charges, fluctuating interest rates, runaway electricity costs and so on, the other kind of “dough” is pretty thin a lot of the time. Pizza’s can feature the most unlikely mix of ingredients. You can probably order your own custom pizza with weird combinations like sardines, bananas, olives and pineapple. SA’s political situation is often full of fruitcakes and more than a little fishy! Then to top it off, our unique cultural proclivities and local entertainers can often make things VERY cheesy.

Does this mean we don’t love South Africa? Of course we do! But it’s good to remember that (like any other country) there is the good, the bad and the ugly.

It’s not as perfect as our homesick emotions might sometimes make it seem. When things are tough for you, they’re also tough (and possibly even tougher) back “home”.

Use the feelings of longing and pleasant memories from the past to root you in the joy of who you are and where you’re from. Do NOT let them rob of you the experience of where you are now and where you are headed!

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Study at Ever wanted to study abroad? At Kingston College ,based in Kingston upon Thames, a variety of internationally acclaimed courses are being offered to assist you with your future.

Kingston upon Thames a Historic English Town Kingston upon Thames is one of the safest and most affluent London boroughs, located in the south west of the capital on the banks of the River Thames. As well as its first class educational institutions, Kingston has some of the best shopping in London and a thriving cultural scene. In Kingston you can enjoy the many riverside cafes and restaurant and visit the theatres, cinemas and night clubs.

Kingston is also one of the most historic areas of London, dating back to Anglo Saxon times (1000 years ago). It is one mile from the magnificent Hampton Court, once the home of England’s kings and queens including Henry VIII and his six wives!

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Kingston is only a 30 minute taxi ride from London’s Heathrow Airport and there are easy and fast transport links to other areas; the excitement of the West End is only 20 minutes away by train. Kingston makes an ideal base from which to explore London possibly the most vibrant and cultural capital city in the world.

For people who like being active, Wimbledon, home of the Lawn Tennis Association is nearby, as is Twickenham Rugby Stadium. Richmond is the next town to Kingston and is the location of the largest Royal Park in London which is popular for walks kyk maand cycling.

About Kingston College Founded more than 100 years ago, Kingston College offers an excellent range of academic and vocational courses and fantastic new facilities, including a theatre, music studios, a sports complex, a hairdressing and beauty therapy centre and an engineering training centre.

Our friendly and supportive staff work with students to help them succeed on their chosen courses. There is academic support offered in class and in tutorials and there is also personal support from our team of counsellors. We have many years’ experience of working with international students and our friendly and expert team is available to help and advise on issues from accommodation to visas.

Links with Universities More than 600 of our students go on to university each year and Kingston College is now one of the top ten institutions sending students to universities in the UK. Kingston College students have gone on to study at Kingston University, University of London (Royal Holloway, UCL and Kings), The London College of Fashion, Edinburgh University and Manchester University among many others.

We are unable to process application forms from International Students without all relevant documents i.e. High School Certificates (including transcript of grades), an appropriate English Language Certificate and a character reference.

For Art and Design courses students are required to provide samples of their artwork (4/5 pieces) which can either be emailed or sent on a CD. For other courses, such as Hairdressing, students may be asked to provide evidence of their work.

If you would like further information, please contact: International Student Advisor International Office Kingston College Kingston Hall Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2AQ United Kingdom Tel +44 (0) 20 8268 2925 Fax +44 (0) 20 8288 2926 Email: international@kingston-college. http://www.kingston-college.ac.uk/

You and Kingston With a population of more than 12 million people from all corners of the earth, London is truly diverse and multi-cultural. Kingston is the same, with the wide variety of cultures, festivals, music and restaurants that can be found here.

We look forward to welcoming you to Kingston College and to helping you to achieve your ambitions and goals.

International Applications Certificates and References You will need to send us certified copies of certificates you have from the schools/colleges you attended in your country. You will also need to provide us with a reference from your last school or college or from your last employer.

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The Barclays Cycle

Images held in the TfL News Centre image library may be used by members of the media for press use

The Mayor of London,Boris Johnson, announced the implementation of the Cycle Hire Scheme as an alternative mode of transport to the car or tube within Central London. Similar schemes are already being utilised in various countries across the world including Velib in France,with over 20,000 cycles for hire. The believe is that by the implementation of the Cycle Hire Scheme,peoples perception and participation in cycling will be changed for the better. The launch date has been scheduled for the 30th of June 2010 The Concept A number totalling 400 docking stations are being constructed throughout central London. Each of these docking stations will have a terminal and a row of docking points. The terminals will feature technology such as touch screen maps to assist with locations,multiple languages as well as breakdown of

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costs and other relevant information. In total a number of 6000 cycles will make up the scheme. The bicycles have been well received and the style chosen will be comfortable for men and woman alike.

How It Works Bicycles will be available 24 hour a day throughout the year. No prior booking will be required so you just turn up and hire a bicycle. With 400 docking stations across Central London,cycles can be picked up and dropped of at any docking station.

“Our Cycle Hire scheme is set to be one of the most exciting,affordable and energising ways to get around town.�

Boris Johnson,Mayor of London

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Hiring Scheme

only provided such use is accompanied by the words “(c) Transport for London 2005”

Costs The costs of using the scheme is broken down into two sections: An access fee (for using the scheme) A usage charge (based on the duration of the journey)

Access Fee Daily

£1

Weekly

£5

Annual

£45

Usage Charges Up to 30 minutes

Free

Up to 1 hour

£1

Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes

£4

Up to 2 hours

£6

Up to 2 hours and 30 minutes

£10

Up to 3 hours

£15

This charging structure ensures that as many people as possible can use the scheme,as very few journeys in Central London take more than 30 minutes Payment will be made by debit or credit card.

Up to 6 hours

£35

Up to 24 hours (max.hire charge)

£50

Late return charge

£150

Damage charge

£300

Either way,the first 30 minutes will be free so get cycling !

Non return charge

£300

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Tattoo History A Brief History of Tattoos and Body Art

Being one with the group or for standing out, the tattoo has always been a good bet. Here is a brief history of tattoos.

Humankind has always tried to enhance their looks.

Therefore, jewelery, clothes and other accessories have been present since time incarnate. One of the oldest ways of decorating oneself known to human kind was the tattoo. Here is a brief history of the tattoo.

Tattoos have been used for all kind of purposes ever since the dawn of time. Over the years, they have served as symbols of rights, symbols of rank and seniority or being juniors, symbols of spirituality, devotion, religion, rewards and awards for bravery, amulets, talismans and security. Tattoos were also used as a symbol of punishments, being outcast, slavery and conviction. Tattoos have been one of the most frequently used body arts.

The word tattoo is derived from the Polynesian word, ‘tatao’, which literally means to tap or to mark someone. The word was coined by Captain James Cook in 1769. The original way of creating tattoos was definitely much more brutal than it is today. A sharp pointed comb would be dipped into lampblack and then moved around on the body. The fad then spread from the Polynesian and Tahitians to the Europeans.

Proof of tattoos being used as long as five thousand years ago has now been uncovered. Modern archeology has found proof of tattoos being used in the Egypt, Roman, Greek and Japanese regions.

Greeks normally used the tattoos to indicate slavery.

The Mayas, Incans and the Aztecs are known to use tattoos. Tattoos were sometimes also used as a mark or symbol of belonging to a tribal group or tribe.

Tattoos have had other uses in different regions.

Tattoos in Egypt can be found as early as before the Pyramids were made. The Greeks used the tattoos primarily to transmit messages between their spies. The Asian world used tattoos to denote a woman coming of age or her marriage. Japan used tattoos for religious purposes and other ceremonial purposes. Tattoos were also used to induce the

sexuality in a person. The tattoos of Japan were prepared by the women of Borneo.

The women of Borneo were the first to use tattoos to denote the status and place in life of the owner of the tattoo.

The re-induction of the tattoo to the west was the handiwork of William Dapher. He was a traveler of the South Seas. He introduced a heavily tatooed Prince Giolo to the western world, known as the Painted Prince. His exhibitions later on gave immense popularity to tattoos.A hundred years later, the tattoo became famous in America. The Chatam Studio in New York City is considered to be the birthplace of the American style tattoo. The first tattoo machine in America was patented by Samuel O’Reilly. He had set up shop in the Chatam Studio area, then a haven for working class rich people. The first machine was based on Edison’s electric pen, which punctured paper. With the death of Samuel O’Reilly, it was his apprentince, Charles Wagner took over the business.

Wagner teamed with Lew Alberts.

Perhaps the most famous tattoo subject has been the Dragon. There are around three kinds of dragons, which are picked by almost every tattoo artist due to the variety these tattoos give. Furthermore, dragons are universally known and also have a universal appeal.

Dragon tattoos also look very good on the skin as compared to others. Dragon tattoos can be prepared in color as well as black and white. Today, tattoos are used by people of all walks of life. Previously, only people from the working class used to get themselves tattooed. The well heeled crowd would shy away from tattoos.

Previously tattoo parlors were less on hygiene and were one of the major reasons where people could get skin infections or even aids. Today, though, tattoos have become more or less hygienic and offer their clients sufficient safety from skin and other diseases previously attributed to tattoos.

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30 Years of World-Class Theatre for Children Polka Theatre is one of the few venues in the UK which is dedicated to producing and presenting work for young audiences.

Since the doors opened in 1979, this unique venue has been entertaining children with resonant, engaging and exciting theatre.

“A children’s theatre with grown-up ideas... Polka is a local and a national treasure.” Lyn Gardner, The Guardian Over 100,000 children a year come to Polka and are inspired, stimulated and engaged by theatre, often for the first time. Polka strives to stir the emotions, spark the imagination and, most of all, entertain. Its two theatre spaces, the Main Theatre and the Adventure Theatre are designed especially for children so that their first taste of theatre is welcoming and relevant.

At Polka children aged 0 to 13 enjoy a wide-range of experiences designed to make theatre a natural part of their lives: from the powerful drama Stamping, Shouting and Singing Home; to hilarious family shows like Flat Stanley; fantastic world-premieres of new plays for children like Cloud Pictures; and adaptations of well-loved stories like We’re Going on a Bear Hunt.

Polka Theatre for the very young is a vital part of Polka’s artistic programming. Over the past few years Polka has developed its Early Years work and established itself as a centre for innovation in this field. Children as young as 9 months and their families are brought into a colourful and stimulating environment where simple stories are told in a sensory and visual way. Early Years shows also visit Polka from across Europe encouraging the telling of a diverse range of stories in a varied and exciting way.

Creative programming keeps Polka’s work fresh and relevant. Audiences can expect imaginative

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new writers, dynamic performers, inventive adaptations of popular stories and resonant subjects. Everything we do is focused on providing children with thrilling world-class theatre.

At the heart of Polka’s work is a programme of learning that encourages children to explore and develop creatively. Every Polka show is supported by a learning programme. Schools visiting the theatre can benefit from online free resource and rehearsal diaries, show-related workshops and after-show talks.

Polka embraces family learning and encourages it through exciting family days, after-show events and show-related activities packs. It also runs a regular programme of out-of-school clubs and summer schools giving children the freedom to explore their creativity and learn a wide-range of performance skills from storytelling to puppetry.

Polka is first and foremost a local theatre, loved by the people of Wimbledon and the wider London community, but enjoys an international reputation, known the world over as a pioneer of theatre for children, consistently setting the standard and raising audience’s expectations.

When you come and see a show at Polka you won’t just enjoy the theatre. Polka’s welcoming building is a resource for local people with its friendly cafe, worryfree foyer with big toys and a book corner, a charming garden and a playground complete with a Wendy House and giant cat! It is playful, fun and interactive Polka stimulates even the biggest child’s imagination and is a magical place where you can share a special moment with your children.

WIN! Family Ticket to see Pirates (4 people) read more on page 55

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Coming soon: Coming soon: Pirates! (19 June – 7 August 2010) A swashbuckling summer adventure!

For ages 7-11 Coming soon: Skitterbang Island (7 July - 21 August 2010) A heart-warming tale of discovery and friendship.

For ages 3-6 Tickets: 020 8543 4888 / www.polkatheatre.com Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

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By Charles Way Directed by Jonathan Lloyd

19 June – 7 August 2010 Polka Theatre, in association with Imagination Stage, USA presents

All lily-livered scally-wags beware! There be some pirates coming to Polka Theatre...

Polka Theatre is delighted to present a brand new swashbuckling adventure, Pirates! by award-winning children’s playwright Charles Way. A giant ship will extend into the auditorium from 19 June – 7 August, as bloodthirsty buccaneers take over the Main Theatre. Directed by Polka’s Artistic Director, Jonathan Lloyd, this summer expect spectacular swordfights, treasure chests and nail-biting action in this thrilling, fast-paced show for all children ages 7 – 11 years.

Family relationships and moral dilemmas are explored in this light-hearted and fun production.

When family life isn’t perfect, our hero Jim takes comfort in his love of all things seafaring filling his room with model ships and treasure chests. But Jim’s imaginary world collides with reality when a real pirate from 1718 appears in his bedroom. Kidnapped by Captain Freely; the fearless female pirate captain, Jim is transported back in time to solve the mystery of the disappearing treasure.

Staged in association with Imagination Stage, Pirates! will drop anchor in two continents this July and August, with the show simultaneously performed in Maryland, USA whilst on at Polka in Wimbledon. This doubling is reflected in the action on stage with twins Ben and Michael Sewell playing Harry and Sneep; Captain Freely’s pirate crew. An amusing double-act; they reflect the parallel relationships and worlds in the play becoming both the sailors and the pirates throughout the action on stage. The brothers have also performed as Eddie and Michael in the West End production of Blood Brothers, becoming the first and only real life twins to play the famous pair in its’ 26 year history.

They will join the rest of the cast as they travel back in time to the days when pirates ruled the seas and gave no thought to the laws of the land. Not for the faint-hearted, Charles Way’s new production captures every child’s dream of a summer adventure and will ignite the imagination of all.

Listings information: Venue: Address: Dates:

Times: Price:

Group bookings: Box Office: Running time:

Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1SB 19 June – 7 August 2010 Usually 2 shows per day - check website or Box Office for times. £8 (concessions £7) Previews £6 Buy 10 tickets get 11th free www.polkatheatre.com / 020 8543 4888 Approx 1 hour 45 minutes (incl. interval)

WIN Famility Tickets to see Pirates (4 people) Please enter on our website

For further press information including press tickets, images and interviews please contact Elise Neve on 020 8545 8354 or email elise@polkatheatre.com

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photography

by Johan du Toit

Welcome to the monthly SA EXPAT Photography section.

My name is Johan du Toit, I am a Wedding and Portrait photographer living in London for the last 3 years having moved here from Johannesburg, South Africa.

Digital has revolutionised the photography industry with more people starting to take photos and a huge rise in the amateur / hobbyist category. I will be sharing some photography tips with you each month and we will improve our photography together by examining different aspects relating to digital photography.

Food for thought As a photographer I was shocked to see a video (http://www.bit.ly/graphi) recently speaking about digital photos. With the amount of images that disappear onto hard drives and never shown to anyone this might very well be ¬ the century of forgotten images, it will only be through some physical representation (by printing!) that people in a 100 or 150 years will see something beautiful!!

Ask yourself, how many of your photos ended up in the cold dark corners of your hard drives that never see the light of even your screen?

I still think that there is nothing like a printed photo to transport you to a time and place. I have been printing my photos, albeit at a slow pace, but this is truly something that I would recommend. People stop and talk about a photo that is hanging on your wall, but they rarely do anything other than “like” your photo if it is online.

Workflow – Camera to Print (1) The introduction to Digital has had many benefits for photographers but the one thing that no one told us is that you will need to get your head around how to manage your digital files so that they can be accessed and used in a logical way (more on this in a future article).

For now, lets focus on how to get your photos downloaded onto your computer.

You have a few options, but the one I find the easiest is to let your camera manufacturer’s proprietary software take care of that.

You should ideally have an external card reader that connects to your computer to transfer your photos rather than connecting your camera to your computer

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to do a direct transfer. This way you save yourself many potential headaches with file corruption or even in the worst case your camera’s firmware failing due to a virus.

PHOTOGRAPHY

News I am a Photoshop guy, and my workflow normally goes like this: download images from camera to computer via camera maker’s software and save to a location on the hard drive. Use Adobe Bridge to go through the files and select which photos I will be keeping. Then go into Photoshop and make final adjustments to the photos before I save them to be published online or to be printed.

But recently I took Adobe up on their offer to “play” with their Lightroom 3 (beta 2) version before the actual release is shipped at the end of June. And this programme has opened my eyes to the (long) way that I am currently working.

You see, Lightroom has everything rolled into one. From file handling to editing and to the final print / publish stages. So I would strongly recommend you giving Lightroom a try by downloading the free (Mac or Windows) version from Adobe at http://www.bit.ly/bMHqil

Homework Apart from downloading and trying out Lightroom you also should go and read your camera’s manual.

Yes that little book that came with your camera has a lot of information about your camera and I recently learned one more thing about my camera when I took my manual on a plane on the way to holiday and it certainly improved my photography!

Knowing your camera will help you when you read the

next issue of SA EXPAT Photography when we delve into a little more technical side of photography by exploring some of the settings.

You can read more about what Johan get’s up to by going to his Blog (http://www.bit.ly/jdutoitblog) or see his portfolio by going to his website (http://www.bit.ly/ jdutoit).

the 21st century telephone

By Romano Plescia

The internet, cell phones, fax machines and many other tools of communication are a way of life in modern society, but how often do we think about what made it all possible. When Alexander Graham Bell spoke those historic words, “Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you” into his new invention on 10 March 1876 he changed the world forever.

For the first time in history it was possible to speak to someone who could be on the other side of the planet in real-time. With that said it was not till many years later when the actual infrastructure was put in place that it was possible to speak to someone on the other side of the planet, but on that day the world changed forever. Mr Bell gave us the tools that would let human beings in different geographical locations communicate with each other in real-time and consequently the world became a much smaller place.

Over the next 100 years or so the telephone continued to revolutionise the world. It changed the way people kept in touch with loved ones, do business and fight wars. It changed they way the world worked in so many ways that it is impossible for someone of our generation to imagine a world without it. About 40 years ago or so people started doing more and more with telephone technology.

They started sending data via telephone lines which brought about the things like fax machines and the internet and later with the invention of laser technology came pagers and cell phones.

Over the years many technologies have been built on the backbone of the telephone, the internet being the most revolutionary. Today everything we do can virtually be done on the internet. Today we communicate to loved ones and friends mostly through the internet. We email, chat online, send messages on facebook or Skype call each other. To me the Skype call was one of the major developments of the internet because it allowed us to

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not only to hear a voice at the other end of the line but to see the face as well, it has in many ways changed the way we communicate as much as Mr Bell’s invention did back in 1876.

For those of us who live abroad one of the most cost effective way and indeed the most effect way of catching up with those back home has become the Skype call. The Sunday night Skype calls with mum and dad or other loved ones and friends have become an expat institution and for good reason.

Let’s look at some key factors that have made Skype the preferred form of long distance communication.

Free calls! Yes that’s correct, free voice and video calls to anyone who has a Skype account and a half decent internet connection.

Low cost calls from Skype to any landline or mobile in virtually any country. All you have to do is load up your Skype account with some Skype credits and away you go.

Skype on your mobile. Does everything Skype on your PC does but just from your mobile phone.

Massive community. At peak times more than 20 million people use Skype concurrently.

In just 7 short years since Skype was founded in Estonia by just three programmers it has come to dominate the modern age of communication just like the telephone did after its invention. With over 500 million registered users it has become the largest international voice carrier. It’s responsible for 8% of global international calls and in the third quarter of 2009 Skype users made 3.1 billion minutes of calls to landlines and mobiles and 27.7 billion minutes of skype-to-skype calls.

Just like the telephone before it, Skype has changed the way people communicate and do business and possible in a generation from now people will not be able to imagine a world without Skype.

IT SECTION

HP Slate PC If you are in the market for a tablet computer you will have no doubt been looking at Apple’s new offering, the iPad. In fact I’m willing to guarantee that even if you were not in the market for a tablet computer you still want and iPad. Just like every product from Apple the slick design and cool user interface is enough to woo most people. But before you run off to the Apple store in Westfield to splash your hard earned cash on the newest piece of kit Apple has to offer I would like to offer you an alternative. This year HP showcased their new Slate PC at CES 2010 in Las Vegas and it promises to put a fly in Apple’s ointment.

Design:

The Slate’s design is as slick as the iPad’s, in fact there is little that sets them apart at first glance. The Slate is ever so slightly thicker, 1.3mm, than the iPad, but if you’re the type of person to be put off by that I bet you are put off from J-Lo because of her generous buttocks!

Interface:

The Slate runs Windows 7. Now before you run for the hills let me say that the Windows 7 platform is one of the best they have ever released and just to show how serious they are about this product the HP Slate was demoed at CES by none other than Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer. It’s a full touch screen interface that operates pretty much the same as the iPhone and iPad. Has everything you would expect like Internet Explorer, Outlook etc. and because it runs on Windows 7 you can download and run all your favourite apps.

and GPS. It again trumps the iPad by boasting a USB port, it also has a port for your 3.5mm headphone jack, a dock connector that enables you to play HD video directly to you HD TV and has a sim card tray on all models unlike the iPad which only has it on the 3G models. Battery time is reported to be about 6 hours. The Slate’s piese de resistance is the fact that it has both and inward facing VGA camera for Video calling and an outward facing 3MP camera, the iPad has no camera.

HP Plan to launch the Slate in July, Prices in the US will be $549 for the 32GB and $599 for the 64GB. I suspect we will get the Slate in the UK around mid August and prices will probably be in the £350 - £400 range.

The techie stuff:

This is where the Slate comes into its own. The Slate features a 1.6Ghz Intel Atom Menlow Z530 processor compared with the iPad’s 1Ghz A4 processor and has Intel UMA graphics that supports 1080p full HD video playback. It comes with 1GB RAM and there will be choices of 32GB or 64GB flash storage with a SD card slot to extend the storage. In terms of connectivity it has all the usual suspects, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G (optional, as with the iPad), WWAN

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International Modern and Contemporary Art

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The Tate Modern in London is Britain’s national museum of international modern art and is, with Tate Britain, Tate Liverpool, Tate St Ives, and Tate Online, part of the group now known simply as Tate.

Tate Modern turned 10 on 12 May 2010.Over 45 million visitors have passed through the gallery’s doors since it first opened to the public 10 years ago. Tate Modern is the world’s most visited gallery of modern art and is one of the UK’s top three free tourists attractions.

Monet, Anish Kapoor, Barnett Newman,Mark Rothko, Henri Matisse and Tacita Dean.

The galleries are housed in the former Bankside Power Station, which was originally designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, the architect of Battersea Power Station, and built in two stages between 1947 and 1963. The power station closed in 1981. The building was converted by architects Herzog & de Meuron and contractors Carillion, after which it stood at 99m tall.

The history of the site as well as information about the conversion was the basis for a 2008 documentary Architects Herzog and de Meuron: Alchemy of Building & Tate Modern. The southern third of the building was retained by the French power company EDF Energy as an electrical substation (in 2006, the company released half of this holding).

The collections in Tate Modern consist of works of international modern and contemporary art dating from 1900 onwards.

The Tate Collection is on display on levels three and five of the building, while level four houses large temporary exhibitions and a small exhibition space on level two houses work by contemporary artists.

When the gallery opened in 2000, the collections were not displayed in chronological order but were rather arranged thematically into four broad groups: ‘History/Memory/Society’; ‘Nude/Action/Body’; ‘Landscape/Matter/Environment’; and ‘Still Life/ Object/Real Life’. This was ostensibly because a chronological survey of the story of modern art along the lines of the Museum of Modern Art in New York would expose the large gaps in the collections, the result of the Tate’s conservative acquisitions policy for the first half of the 20th century. The first rehang at Tate Modern opened in May 2006. It eschewed the thematic groupings in favour of focusing on pivotal moments of twentieth-century art, with further spaces allocated on levels 3 and 5 for shorter exhibitions.

The layout is:

Level 3 - Material Gestures

This focuses on abstraction, expressionism and abstract expressionism, featuring work by Claude

Level 3 - Poetry and Dream

The sexually explicit section on this level features a drawing by the pseudo-anonymous French artist “Proper Man” entitled le cock et le balls which is his attempt to explore the tension between old and new attitudes to sexuality within an urban environment.

Level 5 - Energy and Process

This focuses on Arte Povera, with work by artists such as Alighiero Boetti, Jannis Kounellis,Kasimir Malevich, Ana Mendieta, Mario Merz[ and Jenny Holzer.

Level 5 - States of Flux

This focuses on Cubism, Futurism, Vorticism and Pop Art,containing work by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol[ and the photographer Eugène Atget,

Level 1 - The Turbine Hall

The Turbine Hall, which once housed the electricity generators of the old power station, is five storeys tall with 3,400 square metres of floorspace. It is used to display large specially-commissioned works by contemporary artists, between October and March each year in a series sponsored by Unilever. This series was planned to last the gallery’s first five years, but the popularity of the series has led to its extension until at least 2012.

Level 2 - The Level 2 Gallery

The Level 2 Gallery is a smaller gallery located on the north side of the building which houses exhibitions of cutting edge contemporary art. Its exhibitions normally run for 2 – 3 months.

Level 4 - Major temporary exhibitions

As with levels 3 and 5, level 4 is broken into two large exhibition areas. This is used to stage the major temporary exhibitions for which an entry fee is charged. These exhibitions normally run for three or four months. The two exhibition areas can be combined to host a single exhibition. This was done for the Gilbert and George retrospective due to the size and number of the works.

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dedicated to photography, video, exhibitions and the community.

Small temporary exhibition spaces are also located in the space between the two galleries on levels 3 and 5. These are sometimes used to display recent acquisitions. Works are also sometimes shown in the restaurants and members’ room. Other locations that have been used in the past include the mezzanine on Level 2 and the north facing exterior of the building.

Tate Modern has attracted more visitors than originally expected and plans to expand it have been in preparation for some time. These plans have focused on three areas for expansion all to the south of the building: 1.

The area no longer required by EDF Energy.

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Three large, disused, underground oil tanks

originally used by the power station.

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A major new extension building to be built

above the oil drums.

The design of the new extension building, also designed by Herzog & de Meuron, has been controversial. It was originally designed as a glass stepped pyramid, or zigurat, but this has recently been amended to incorporate a sloping façade in brick (to match the original power-station building) after feedback on the original design was unfavourable. The extension will include galleries

DESIGNS Liechen

This project will cost approx. £215 million and is scheduled to open in 2012, in time for the 2012 Olympic Games being held in the city. Additionally, the Tate Britain will be undergoing refurbishment.

Tate Modern has been a catalyst both, for transformation of public attitudes to the visual arts in the UK and for regeneration of North Southwark.

It has become synonymous with ground breaking artists projects,such as the celebrated Unilever Series, innovative Collection displays,a critically acclaimed exhibition programme and a highly renowned film and live performance programme.

Over the last ten years,Tate Modern has presented 52 exhibitions,staged over 135 performances,held over 400 film screenings,mounted ten Unilever Commissions and hosted one million school visits. Almost 3.5 million people have taken part in the gallery’s learning programme. Tate Modern contributes over £100 million in economic benefits to London annually.

Tate is transforming Tate Modern with a major building project to increase the gallery and learning spaces.

This is essential development of the gallery which is visited each year by around 5 million people in a building that was designed for 2 million. Tate also needs more varied spaces to show the ever-growing Collection. There will be 60% more display space in the new Tate Modern.

Liechen van den Bergh is a talented and gifted Wildlife artist that creates work in various mediums in either pencil, acrylics or gouache. Specialised commissioned work is available on request and will be priced accordingly.

Contact her on info@liechendesigns.co.za

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Let s Get Married

Getting married is probably for many people the single most important decision that they will ever make. Deciding to spend the rest of your life with another person is not a decision that one should take lightly. As part of our guidelines to assist you in making that special day even more special,we have decided to provide you with a few hints and tips that could assist you on the day.

PRACTICAL TIPS for the BIG day.

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Eat a BIG breakfast, with substance, proteins are essential for stamina.

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Remember to arrange in advance with the driver of your wedding car to only wash the wheels and NOT POLISH it.

Your dress (and mood) will be spoilt if this gives off when photos are taken at the car.

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new traditions !! It will Help you to be more relaxed for the ceremony. You as a couple can really enjoy each other in front of the camera, without your guests waiting for you. It will also shorten the time between the ceremony and the reception.

• TIP: Spend some time with the Drink enough water or have sufficient

photographer while you are viewing ENERGY drinks available to keep you

portfolios well in advance to booking him hydrated especially during your photo

or her – if you do not feel a special session. The moment you dehydrate,

connection between you and the you become tired and it will be reflected photographer, stay clear and search for on your photos.

another photographer. Get a

photographer with excellent people skills Have a white linen sheet or towel handy and who also knows how to identify during your photo shoot – to keep your that special “Kodak moment” ! YOUR dressclean from dirt, you never know

PHOTOS ARE YOUR INVESTMENT!!! when that special photo will be taken and in what position – kneeling or flat on • Have a flower bouquet that is as light as your stomach, etc.

a feather 20 – 30 minutes is long and

mother earth specializes in gravity.

It might be a good idea to take a pair of comfortable shoes with you for use • Smile as you walk slowly down the isle - during your photo shoot and change

it is your day. them on your way to the chapel or • Dear Bride - Please be on time for church for very high heels.

your Wedding Ceremony – It is not Consider the possibility to have a photo your right to be late, it is an insult and session before the Ceremony JA JA –

embarrassment to your Groom. You put TRADITIONS, TRADITIONS,

your husband to be under tremendous TRADITIONS !! Its your day, lets make

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unnecessary stress and worry. How can you be late for the most important appointment with your best Friend, Lover and Life partner!!

I realize that for you, the wedding couple, the whole day is an event, but remember that the professionals, who attempt to make your day unforgettable, are running on a very tight schedule. As your Pastor and marriage officer, I sometimes do 4 weddings per day. I can not afford to run late. How do I explain me being late to the next couple getting married!! Please be considerate not only to me, but also to every service provider at your wedding and most of all be considerate to your Groom.

Consider making the time on your wedding invitations 15to 30 minutes earlier than the exact time of the start of the ceremony.

You have been dreaming about this day ever since you were a very little girl, and planned it with The Man in your life, maybe for months !!

Please show your love and respect to him by being on time.

of your guests and family while you are away with the photographer, easy informal memories, while they are waiting upon your arrival for the reception.

• Garter & Bouquet: Be different; let the

men play musical Chairs’ and the winner

gets the garter. The girls, if you don’t want

to throw the flower, let each woman come

and collect a single flower from you

marked with a colored ribbon. Mark

one flower with a different color and give

your Bouquet to that lady.

Enjoy the journey of arranging your BIG DAY – and if small things go wrong on the day, let it be, no one will know, only you!!!! Those little mistakes will be laughing memories in the future.

Greetings Pastor Jaco Venter www.wedbyjaco.com

Ps: You cannot expect anyone to wait for guests that are late. I am not talking about very extreme unforeseen circumstances. It has become the rule and not the exception that guest pitch up late, 10-20 minutes, as if they are still early!!

People just do not have respect for others time today. Personally I am battling with this. For me it is very rude and disrespectful. If you are a guest at a wedding, you are not allowed, under any circumstances to arrive after the bride, or even expect her to wait for you!!

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Most important enjoy every moment of your day and remember to tell your bride / groom that they look lovely and that you love them.

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Ask dedicated friends to take photos

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All the world’s a catwalk at Clothes Show London

WIN 4 Double tickets to the Clothes Show London Please enter on our website

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Clothes Show London is back! Returning to an all-new location of Earls Court from 25-27 June.

Bringing together more than 200 of your favourite fashion and beauty brands and boutiques; non-stop catwalk shows and the UK’s hottest celebrities, it’s the ultimate shopping destination this summer! And what’s more, you could be going for free.

Clothes Show London is giving 4 lucky winners a pair of tickets to this years show! Whether looking for the ideal girls’ day out, inspiration for your summer wardrobe or simply the perfect excuse for a weekend of girly shopping, Clothes Show London has it all!

See London’s finest fashion shows in Clothes Show London’s famous Fashion Theatre; catch sexy swimwear collections on the Corona Extra Designer Beach; chill out at the Kit Kat Senses Café and rub shoulders with the celebs at the Clothes Show Style Awards. See exclusive Spring / Summer 2010 fashion presentations from New Look; Autumn / Winter 2010 trend reports; and hair and beauty demonstrations delivered by the UK’s leading experts on The Style Stage.

For your chance to win this amazing prize, just go to our website competition page to enter Head to clotheshowlondon.com for full details

Clothes Show London takes place at Earls Court, London, from 25-27 June 2010. Tickets cost £26+ and include entry to the show and a dedicated seat in the Fashion Theatre. Upgrade to a Platinum Ticket for just £12 extra to receive a goody bag and a premium seat in the Fashion Theatre. Tickets are available online now at clothesshowlondon.com or by calling 0844 581 1275.

Don’t miss out on your chance to attend the greatest fashion and beauty event of the year!

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Beaut y

by Lauren Harley

ITEC & SAAHSP Qualified Worked in both, South Africa and England gaining 7 years experience An Advisory Panel member of the launch of a new skincare product range in London.

I am a 26 year old Health & Skincare Professional from South Africa. I have practised beauty therapy for 7 years now in South Africa as well as here in the UK, having worked in many different situations and scenarios such as owning my own business within a health and fitness centre and a hair salon, working in shopping centres, hotels and high street salons.

Beauty Therapy in the UK Also known as a Beauty Therapist, an Aesthetician is qualified to carry out a wide range of treatments to the face and body. A beauty therapist, is in fact a beautician, body therapist and electrolysist all in one.

All Treatments are designed to help improve facial

and body conditions.

The growing interest in feeling fit and looking good has created a growth in opportunities for aestheticians in the UK. On almost every street in the UK you will find a number of salons offering a wide range of treatments – Some being essential monthly “up keep” treatments and some for indulgent relaxation purposes, which I would argue that in such a big busy city, are a quite a necessity rather than a luxury these days, as stress levels are so much higher than in the past. These treatments range in price from as little as £3 to £300.

Threading

The cheapest treatment or service is generally threading. Threading has recently been discovered by the western world and is fast becoming a huge craze. It is a widespread and very old technique for hair removal, attributed most commonly to Indian origins, but also used for centuries throughout the Middle East and parts of East Asia. Girls there are taught this form of hair removal at a young age. The use of threading in South Africa has gradually become more prevalent and readily accessible too, but has hit the UK by storm!

What is threading?

Threading is a hair removal process which involves a cotton thread that is twisted and pulled along areas of unwanted hair. Like a mini-lasso, the thread wraps around the hair, lifting the root from the hair follicle.

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Product of the Month My favourite product this month is Daily Microfoliant by Dermalogica. Exfoliation is a VERY important step in your skin care routine and should not be left out.

Daily exfoliation speeds up blood circulation removing all the dead skin cells and uncovering the fresh new plump skin cells, making you look younger, which is why exfoliation is important in preventing premature ageing. I suggest Daily Microfoliant to my all clients and use it myself at home.

Since threading only targets individual hairs, skin irritation is kept to a minimum. Waxing of the face causes unnecessary stretching and removal of the skin’s delicate top layers. The pulling, stretching and removal of the the skin’s delicate top layers which comes from waxing can eventually, in the long run, facilitate in the development of wrinkles.

Dermatologists recommend threading instead of waxing to individuals using medications like Accutane and Retin-A. These are very strong medicines that are prescribed to individuals suffering from Acne.

Threading is very precise and allows the therapist to have greater control than waxing - resulting in a better brow shape. Threading is also 100% natural with no artificial waxes, chemicals, or invasive techniques used. Even short stubbly hairs can be removed - which means you can avoid the growing-out period that everyone hates. Threading is best for facial hair and I would discourage you from using it on other areas of the body – it would take too long and possibly be very painful as the hair elsewhere is much thicker.

Minimal redness occurs after threading, and any redness that does appear usually subsides within an hour. With so little skin irritation, threading lets your beauty secrets stay secret!

Threading is also growing increasingly popular amoungst men these days.

The best thing of all is that threading is SO much cheaper than waxing. Don’t be cheated though – there are places that completely over charge for threading.

You can get both eyebrows done for as little as £3 in most places. Try it – you won’t look back!

This exfoliator is gentle enough to use daily.

Its unique rice grain powder gives it its soft velvety texture, which feels amazing on the skin.

Mix ½ tsp of powder into very wet hands and massage over cleansed skin for 1 min. Daily Microfoliant also has a very brightening effect on the skin which you can see after just one use!

This is a product that shows results you can really see! Try it!

Beaut y TIPS

Dry Mascara If your mascara has gone dry or clumpy, pour a couple pf drops of cola into the tube. The syrup in the cola adds moisture without making it go watery.

Very dry skin If your skin is dry, mix natural yogurt with grated cucumber, smooth on and leave for 10 min. It soothes and calms the skin.

Dry flacky cuticles Keeping cuticles moisturised is the key to healthy nails. If youhavent got any cutilces oil, olive oiland butter are just as effective, so there are no excuses!!

Let me know what you think - via text please 07515430992 Hope you have a fab day!!

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UNIQUE PHYSIQUE

by Gary “The Heat� Murray

What and Why to eat the correct Foods

Hi All My

n a m e is Well ,being a typical meat loving South African it really Ga ry M a n d a ss i u rra y a n is a culture shock as well as a major disappointment st i n g y ou to arrive in London and be faced with a very poor o ve r t h e d I will be a dv i s re g a rd s t co m i n g m ing o e at i n g standard of meat and very few "Braai"-suitable o m n t o s h h r e s a h ea lt h y a pe. I h a v wit h days. If you are trying to get into shape as well as e n b d e g e n e t t i We lt e rwe n i keeping tabs on your weight, it isn't ideal with dirt ig ht C h a vo lved wit h box i n g i n cheap take away foods on every corner. As a basic, mp n g( a ss i st a nt f it n e ss c io n 1995/6/ 7) a s Wo rl d check on what you should be eating and try to oa c we 2001 /2,S maintain a balance of Good versus Bad??Balance p ri n g bo k h fo r t h e St o rm e ll a s rs what??Well trying to get what works for each S i n 2002 a n d T h e e ve n s wit h C h e st e i n individual is impossible and id be rich beyond L e ice st e r r I a m cu my wildest dreams if i could figure that one T ig e rs 20 Willi a m s rre nt ly a le ve l 3 q 04. a n d is i n out. Unfortunately, everyone is different and u a li v f o i lv e d ed at a f pe rs o n a l just writing down what you eat helps[a little L o n d o n. e w h ea lt t ra i n e r h cl u b s t boring perhaps]but effective-especially for h rou g h ou Diary keepers like myself!Just remember to t write everything that you eat!Obviously,if you are going out for drinks that may not be too accurate but try to limit alcohol as it is very high in calories/Kilojoules .My favourite meat is Aberdeen Angus and although more expensive is much tastier!

Everyone should ideally try to eat 5-a day fresh fruit or vegetables. This can be made a lot easier by making your own smoothies or buying Innocent Smoothies.

Vegetables are well loved by South Africans .Try to stick to Fresh Organic Fruits and Vegetables ,as it is highly recommended and a better health option all round with far fewer Chemicals and additives .

Likewise , Chicken[organic free range] and eggs ensure more wholesome and nutritious protein sources.

Although obviously better treated animals, Organic Meat has big benefits although Aberdeen Angus definitely wins on the taste department for steaks! Meat or fish should be part of your Diet at least 3 days a week with the need increasing[for protein] with an increase of exercise to support more lean muscle. There are Vegan alternatives available as protein supply for vegetarians.

Exercise @ Home Looking for a personal Trainer-contact me on 0798 467 5714

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Life is for Living so do enjoy it to the full. The fitter and healthier you are the more it can be enjoyed !!!

Basic Exercise-Where to Begin Exercise wise if you have not been exercising for a while. A basic start is recommended and even if you are looking to improve your overall fitness , start with a easy and simple exercise routine.

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In the morning when waking up, do between 15-20 press ups for men with ladies doing 10-15 half -press ups,depending on ability for 5 days a week.

On completion promptly turn around with knees cocked at 45’ ,lying down,do between 25-30 half sit ups with hands touching the opposite knees 5 days a week.

2 In the evening before retiring do 15-20 press ups for men with ladies doing 10-15-half -press ups depending on ability 5 nights per week.

Likewise promptly turn around with knees 45’ down and do 25-30 half sit ups with hands touching opposite knees 5 nights per week.

Obviously the best way to get fit quickly is by running but injuries can occur. Many people dislike running alone and shoes that suite your running style to prevent injuries are usually expensive. With the sunshine arriving it is definitely a lot easier but if you do not enjoy running which if you are keen to lose weight or simply get fitter is a superb exercise. Running should be done 2 to 5 times per week with varied distances and

if possible terrain[Richmond Park]is a personal favourite of mine!

Again alternatively cycling is a fantastic way to get around and stay fit. I personally find it a fun way to get fit [since i broke my leg skydiving recentlyoops]Cycling is slightly easier and should be done more often or at more intense pace to reap the full benefits.

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Nelson Wines Delirium tremens, Old Motor Oil,Leutigen 12,Old Slap and Tickle and Rumpy Pumpy are not names one would usually associate with beer and ale but,yes believe it or not,they are.Tucked away in South Wimbledon,just 5 minutes walk from South Wimbledon Underground Station,is a quaint little off license called Nelson Wines.From the outside it seems like any ordinary of license shop in the UK,but it is when one enters through the door,that a whole new world of international beers and ales open up before you.Shelves are filled from top to bottom with beers and ales from a host of countries including Germany,The Netherlands,China,Brazil and Australia to name but a few.It is like entering into a fictional world not unlike Willie Wonker and his chocolate factory.The packaging alone on most of the products are of such a nature that one feels obliged to purchase the unknown to fullfil the aspect of curiosity with regards to the contents.

The owner,Tom Mctague,an Irishman,has been the patron of Nelson Wines for 25 years,and like some of the packaging on his products, he is a real colourful character.Tom not only enjoy’s his jazz music,which I might add is always playing in his shop,but also getting to know his customers.At Nelson Wines you will find a host of possibilities,either as a special gift or as a reminder of a far of place that you once visited.

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If you are looking for a special ale or beer,give Tom a call.

Nelson Wines 168 Merton High Street SW19 1AZ Tel: 0208 542 1558

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OPENING 30 JUNE 2010 A traditional South African poem describes Shaka Zulu as the ‘pursuer of dreams’. He was also the African leader credited with uniting the culture and people of such a diverse and exciting land.

Today, our Shaka Zulu in Camden also pursues dreams. We want to be as true and accurate, as the distance allows, to the culture of South Africa. To that extent, Roger went to South Africa in January 2010 to seek out an audience with the closest living relative of King Shaka Zulu to ask for his advice, his blessing and ultimately his help is creating a legacy here in the UK that would prove to be a lasting testament to such a great land. With the blessing of HRH King Goodwill Zwelethini, and the secret chicken recipe from the Kings first wife, Queen Manfombi, a unique dream was started Shaka Zulu London.

South Africa has many amazing qualities, and none other than their ability to help each other during difficult times. Shaka Zulu in London is part of this South African family and to this extent we will be working closely with a number of organisations that we can rely on to extend our goodwill and generosity out to those who need it in South Africa. Education Africa, The Dream Team and King Goodwill’s organisation Bayede all support different areas of the South African charitable sectors. A recent South African trip led Roger and Barry to see the work of Education Africa first hand in a visit to schooling, education and care within the poorest sectors of the community. Barry is also looking to establish Shaka Zulu London as a Dream Team base for the UK. The Dream Team is an organisation that develops chefs and hospitality professionals within the townships of South Africa - Shaka Zulu will soon become the training ground for much raw talent.

Finally, HRH Goodwills organisation, Bayede! Which fundamentally protects the poorer cultural workers from commercial exploitation. In this instance Roger bought an amount of traditional Zulu bead work, each item hand-made by the native people, and bought at a market rate, rather than the few pennies they often earn.

Shaka Zulu London will asks you to help everyone pursue their dreams and honour those who have gone before us in creating a rich and enticing land.

Shaka Zulu is the new £5.5m South African

Restaurant, Bar & all encompassing fashionable night spot set to open in June 2010 in the groundbreaking 27,000 sq ft location of Stables Market, Camden.

Created on an unimaginable scale, Shaka Zulu is set to be the pinnacle of London’s cosmopolitan scene.

The venue is set over two floors with a capacity of 850. With the main A la Carte restaurant located on the lower level offering a diverse cuisine from all parts of South Africa and beyond.

Open flame grills will show a world class kitchen of chefs. The mezzanine level will offer a Cape Town inspired seafood restaurant and cocktail lounge.

Shaka Zulu will be an extraordinary events space which will include a fully equipped green room for performing artists.

The venue will have the capacity to cater for all your needs, featuring multiple areas for bespoke hire.

From small intimate dinners to product launches & canapé parties, to show cases & fashion shows to corporate parties & full venue takeovers, Shaka Zulu is the perfect location for all.

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Introduction Its that time of the year again with a number of festivals approaching.With so many websites and vendors offering tickets for sale one never knows which are legitimate and which are not.With this guide by STAR (Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers) we hope to provide you with some useful guidelines to assist you with the purchase of your tickets for that memorable occasion or event without any disappointment.

ABOUT STAR What is STAR?

STAR - the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers was formed in 1997 and is the leading self-regulatory body for the entertainment ticketing industry across the United Kingdom, with many of the biggest names in ticketing as members. STAR members include major UK ticket agencies as well as numerous venues and box offices in London and across the country.

There are also associate members in other industries (such as travel) where entertainment ticketing forms part of their business and affiliate members who do not sell tickets directly to the public but support STAR’s work.

What does STAR do?

STAR operates within guidelines supported by, amongst others, VisitBritain, VisitLondon, the Society of London Theatre and the Office of Fair Trading.

As well as working with government and other bodies for the benefit both of consumers and the ticketing industry, STAR offers general advice and information on ticket buying and provides a dispute resolution service for customers who have a problem with their purchase from a STAR member.

In recent years STAR has been at the forefront of cross-industry initiatives to improve consumer confidence and make ticket buying safer, working with the Office of Fair Trading and the Department for Culture,

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Media and Sport on ways of combating ticket fraud and mis-selling and on the introduction of Model Terms and Conditions of Sale.

Buying entertainment tickets from a STAR member - in person, by phone or online - enables you to buy with confidence, as all members sign up to STAR’s Code of Practice, which requires them to treat customers fairly and make all transactions clear and straightforward.

Customers buying from a STAR member benefit from

• A means of differentiating reputable agencies and box offices from potentially less scrupulous ticket sellers • The STAR assurance on standards of service and information from members • Clear information about where and how to buy entertainment tickets • An independent dispute resolution service •

How does STAR work?

STAR is funded by annual contributions from its membership. Administration is carried out by the Council which, together with the chairman of the Council, is elected annually by the membership of STAR. Dayto-day functions are carried out by the Secretariat, providing information and advice in relation to STAR and the operation of the Code of Practice.

A sub-committee examines all breaches of the Code reported to it and disciplines members if it considers it necessary, with expulsion from STAR as a potential option in the most serious cases. The sub-committee is made up of Council members and independent people, with the latter always in the majority and providing the Chair. Appeals against the sub-committee’s decisions are heard by the Council; any Council member with a business interest in a case being considered by the sub-committee is not eligible to vote on anything to do with that case at a meeting where it is considered.

HISTORY OF STAR STAR - the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers - was formed in November 1997 by a number of ticketing companies and organisations to promote high standards of service to consumers and to enhance and promote the public perception of the ticket agents’ industry.

During the 1980s and early 1990s it had become clear that action would need to be taken against ticket touts who had threatened to bring the whole ticketing industry into disrepute by charging members of the public, including visitors to Britain, ticket fees vastly in excess of the actual price printed on the ticket. There were also suggestions of intimidation by touts, use of misleading information and the sale of forged tickets.

As a result of this, several reputable ticket agents decided to act. They felt that self-regulation would be the best method of providing the regulations and procedures needed to distinguish them from the touts and to promote high standards of service between ticket agents and the ticket-buying public. STAR was therefore created.

Over a decade later, STAR is the leading representative body for the UK entertainment ticketing industry, with members including the major ticket agencies and numerous venues, box offices and sales outlets across the country. Although the vast majority of ticketing transactions go smoothly, provision of consumer reassurance through a self-regulatory association that sets the highest standards of transparency and customer service is as important now as it was in 1997. In particular, the explosion of online sales outlets that has made tickets for many entertainment events more accessible has also created opportunities for unscrupulous outlets to sell tickets that are often not as described or may not exist at all; STAR membership is a visible sign of a ticket seller that treats customers fairly and in accordance with agreed high standards.

Since its inception, STAR has played a major role in cross-industry consumer protection initiatives, recently including the creation of standard terms and conditions for ticket sale, and continues to work with other industry bodies as well as the Office of Fair Trading and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport on ways of combating ticket fraud and mis-selling.

TICKET BUYING ADVICE

The vast majority of entertainment tickets are bought with no problems at all - indeed, on average over 10 million tickets a year are sold for theatres in London’s West End alone - and most people simply buy their tickets, turn up and enjoy the show.

Unfortunately, however, things occasionally go wrong and customers sometimes find that the tickets they thought they were getting aren’t what they receive.

So follow STAR’s consumer advice and your ticket purchase should be safe and straightforward.

Things you can do to make sure your ticket purchase goes smoothly: For a start, buying from STAR members guarantees you certain things. STAR members undertake to • Clearly identify the face value of any tickets purchased and any additional booking fees • Highlight any terms and conditions, including transferability, cancellation and viewing restrictions • Handle bookings in a polite and courteous manner, giving the highest standards of professional service • Although STAR represents most of the major ticket agents and numerous venue box offices around the UK, some agents who are not yet members still offer a good service.

To help you buy your tickets safely, we have some advice on what to look for:

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ADVICE ON BUYING TICKETS ONLINE A website selling tickets - especially one that miraculously seems to have the tickets you haven’t been able to find anywhere else - may look great. It’s very easy to create a website that looks classy and reputable - but that doesn’t mean it’s law-abiding or will definitely supply you with what you think you are buying. Use this checklist to help you make a decision whether or not you want to purchase from the website

Early warning signals

• After searching everywhere for tickets, you’ve finally found a company online that seems to have what you want. Before you buy, take the time to thoroughly check out the website that is offering the tickets (see “Who am I buying from?” below).

• A website offering tickets that have not yet gone on sale through official channels - ie the companies listed in the promoter’s or venue’s advertisements for the event - may not have the tickets they purport to be selling.

• Is the company selling tickets to football matches in the UK? In the United Kingdom the resale of football tickets is illegal under section 166 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 unless the resale is authorised by the organiser of the match. If a website is undertaking illegal activity, it is probably best to avoid them altogether.

Who am I buying from?

What is the name of the company?

Many fly-by-night websites try to lure you in by using familiar names in their website addresses or by trying to assure you of their validity by sounding ‘official’. It can sometimes be very difficult to tell on first looking at a web address or company name whether or not you should trust them, so always look deeper unless it is a name you already recognise and trust.

One way to check can be to look at the website of the event or venue itself to see if it has information about agents they have authorised to sell tickets; music festivals sometimes also post information about websites that they think may be causing problems.

Is the company a member of STAR? Buying from a STAR member ensures you have an independent means of redress through a recognised self-regulatory body should anything go wrong. You can cross-check the list of STAR members on this website or ask the STAR helpline on 0844 879 4272. If the company IS a member, then you can proceed with your purchase with confidence.

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Is there a physical office address for the company listed on the websiteand, if so, where is it?

If the address isn’t obvious - on the home, contact or booking pages, for instance - or is hidden away in the Terms and Conditions or missing altogether, then you might want to look for tickets elsewhere.

Is it only possible to contact the company online?

If the only way of contacting them is through email or an online contact form then they are already making things difficult for you. No postal address or phone number? Probably best to stop now!

Where is the company based?

Don’t assume because a website has a “.uk” address that it is based in the UK. Is the company registered in the UK? Read the company’s Terms and Conditions; if sales are made under non-UK law, you may not have the same consumer protection as you would with a UKregistered company.

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Nominated as Best Promoters 2010 by the London Bar & Club Awards Forbidden London is the Capital’s top nightlife concierge service with an unrivalled knowledge of the top places to eat, drink and dance in London.

Each month they will be introducing you to new bars, clubs and restaurants and informing you about the top places to party for the month ahead.

TOP CLUBS IN LONDON London night clubs are some of the best in the world. We have provided a list of night clubs in London that have THE music, celebrities and Champagne. The list of night clubs includes the top clubs in London including nightclubs, bar clubs, and private members clubs. It is intended to be the best guide for those interested in London night clubs. If we have missed a club you like let us know.

Address: 24 Kingly Street, Soho Recommended Nights: Friday, Saturday Entry: Free for ladies before 11pm, otherwise ÂŁ20

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Forbidden London Clubs, 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Telephone: 0845 0945 195 Email: info@forbiddenlondon.com

Address: 4 Winsley Street, Fitzrovia Recommended Nights: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Entry: £20

Chinawhite returned on 21st October 2009 at its new location having first opened its doors in December 1998.

Whilst other venues enjoy brief moments as the new “hotspot of London”, Chinawhite is firmly established as one of London’s most timeless, famous and aspirational members’ clubs; presiding alongside top nightclub brands the world over.

Created by a design team led by the founding partners and interior designers Satmoko Ball, Chinawhite features an elaborate and decadent tribute to the principals of Feng Shui. Guests enjoy an adventure as they explore the various rooms.

The oriental styles of Bali, Java and Sumatra are fused with a theatrical flair that owes much to the influences of ballet, theatre and film.

Address: 15 Berkeley Street, Mayfair Recommended Nights: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Music Policy: Tuesday – RnB, HipHop; Wednesday - RnB, Funky House; Thursday - Funky House, RnB; Friday - Funky House, RnB; Saturday - Funky House, RnB Entry: Free for the first 100 ladies before 11pm, otherwise £20 Funky Buddha is refunked, the world renowned members’ club synonymous with the famous faces of the London party scene, has taken a half million pound refurbishment, with breathtaking re-

launch featuring Timberland and Danielle Lloyd.

This club is always brimming with global celebrities, footballers and women that melt your heart.

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Address: 28 Old Burlington Street, Mayfair Recommended Nights: Friday, Saturday Music Policy: Basement -RnB, Ground Floor - Funky House Entry: Free for ladies before 11pm, otherwise £20

Address: 91 Jermyn Street, St James’s Recommended Nights: Friday, Saturday Music Policy: Funky House, RnB, European Commercial House Entry: Free for ladies, otherwise £20

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Forbidden London Clubs, 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Telephone: 0845 0945 195 Email: info@forbiddenlondon.com

Address: 1 Dean Street, Soho Recommended Nights: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Entry: £20

Address: 9 Swallow Street, Mayfair Recommended Nights: Friday, Saturday Music Policy: Funky House, RnB Entry: Free for ladies before 11.30pm, otherwise £20

Address: 3 - 4 Coventry Street, Soho Recommended Nights: Friday, Saturday Entry: Free before 11pm / £10 after 11pm

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TOP RESTAURANTS IN LONDON You can enjoy cuisine from almost any part of world here; sip fine wines, cocktails or coffee until the early hours, and get fullon five star luxury treatment at one of its hotels. In other words - you don’t need to be a rock star to feel like one. So here are Forbidden London’s five favorites selections for you to enjoy.

Reviewer: Marcie Brooke Food: Well-priced traditional Russian and Eastern European food Location: 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Tube: Piccadilly Circus

Right in the heart of the London’s West End lies a hidden gem at 91 Jermyn Street. The Abracadabra restaurant is a secret hideaway that has the kind of over-the-top interior that mixes glamorous decadence in with a rock ‘n’ roll ‘50s diner feel, with some bohemian mysticism thrown in for good measure. You’ll never be bored by what it has to offer. Owned by personality and entrepreneur David West, it boasts a picture of him standing next to Cherie Blair – when the smoking ban was introduced, ironically the lawyer he was offered to fight the ban was the PM’s wife. You couldn’t make it up, really.

On entering the restaurant, the choice of places to sit was overwhelming – the restaurant has a combination of tables and intimate themed booths

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(twelve in total). From Venetian fans to vintage French posters and masks, each booth tells a different story. I opted for the Champagne booth, and sat down into a seat and tried to decide what film I’d have brought to play on the booth’s DVD player.

The menu is predominantly Russian and Eastern European – meat, fish and eggs feature highly, but vegetarians fear not – there’s plenty for you too.

I went for a starter of seared scallops (with crispy bacon and lemon butter sauce), with the intriguingly named ‘Herring in a Fur Coat’ salad for main course. Dessert came in the form of a chocolate fondant pudding that threatened a pheromone surge. Would definitely recommend, and a great venue for meeting with dates and friends.

Forbidden London Clubs, 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Telephone: 0845 0945 195 Email: info@forbiddenlondon.com

Reviewer: Leo Staples Location: 19 - 21 Great Marlborough Street, London, United Kingdom W1F 7HL Tube: Nearest tube is Oxford Circus

Silk Restaurant at Hilton’s Courthouse Hotel has a remarkable history. The attentive waiters lost no time in giving us a run-down of the various recipients of her Majesty’s justice who had passed through the doors of The Great Marlborough Street Magistrate’s Court: “The first obscenity trial for a comic book in English history, against International Times in 1971.

John Lennon’s sensational court case regarding the sale of sexually explicit lithograph drawings was thrown out on a technicality in 1970, and Mick Jagger spent time here defending his name when it was alleged he was caught in possession of cannabis (and Marianne Faithful!). Keith Richards received a £205 fine here in 1973 for possession of marijuana, heroin and mandrax, as well as a Smith and Wesson revolver and an antique shotgun, both held without a licence.”

My guest and I lost no time in enjoying the various dishes that were placed in front of us: Konkani Jhinga , Lime Leaf Crusted Scallops and Kai

Haw Bai Toey to start with. The prawns in the Konkanu Jhinga were firm and succulent and the scallops were, as they should be, near to butter and slightly sweet. For mains we had a selection again: Pla Neung Manao, Gosht Chappe and Tamarind Glazed Duckling. The former was a small and gently flavoured piece of Sea Bream, the Gosht Chappe, a clay baked piece of lamb and the duckling a delightfully moist and gamey take on the French duck a l’orange.

The wine list was modestly priced and the white and red we enjoyed were full flavoured. Certainly I would advise deferring to the staff here when choosing a wine to accompany your meal.

Spices, sweetness and a good balancing of textures marked the meal out as an enjoyable treat for those evenings when you want the food to be something of an event and one that takes place amidst the paneled confines of a famous court room.

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TOP RESTAURANTS IN LONDON (continue) Reviewer: James WJ Wilson Music: Ambiant chill-out sounds. Live music on Tuesdays from 8pm.

Location: 25 Heddon Street, London, W1B 4BH Tube: Piccadilly Circus.

Momos restaurant and tearooms are an exotic hideaway from the hustle and bustle of the modern London workaday world. Situated on Heddon Street in London’s funky West End, it’s like taking a trip to Morocco in your lunch hour, allowing the inner bohemian beatnik to turn loose and drop out... well, just for a while, anyway. The place attracts a good mix of people – from wealthy Arabs to city workers taking a break, to Selfridges shoppers resting before getting their next consumerist fix.

The interiors are a sight to behold – a decadent den based on a Moroccan souk, with ornate lanterns, rich and exotic carpets, brass fittings, cushions and hangings, burning incense completes the scene. Ali Baba would definitely be at home here...

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Warm and welcoming, the staff beckoned me through onto the outside terrace where I sat with my companion, and asked for a Shisha pipe.

My wish was granted (as if by a genie) within minutes, and pretty soon we were presented with a spread of Moroccan pastries - Halwa Chebakia and Amlou (sesame cookies with an almond dip), candied peanuts, and Sellou (a traditional Moroccan sweet usually served at Ramadan, made from sesame, almonds and flour).

The sugar rush was immense, and combined with the Shisha, my mind was blown. Would definitely recommend.

Forbidden London Clubs, 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Telephone: 0845 0945 195 Email: info@forbiddenlondon.com

Reviewer: Josh Murray Food: A fusion of ideas and flavours from Asia Address: 134-136 Wardour Street, Soho, London, W1F 8ZP Tube: Nearest is Piccadilly Circus, or Tottenham Court Road Nestled in the heart of Soho, Inamo is billed as “an innovative pan-Asian restaurant, delivering a unique and state of the art dining experience”.

Walking into the restaurant, you are instantly drawn to the cocoon like pods over the tables, and a somehow ‘digital’ ambiance.

This unravels, and you will find no laminated menus, order pads, or pleated table cloths, for at the core of the Inamo concept is an interactive ordering system.

This is not only fun, but you can order when you’re ready, view your selections, and on a busy

Friday avoid the dance of the diners waving furiously at the waiter with a simple tap of the finger.

Clever.

I went for the black cod, which melts off the fork, while the soft-shell crab maki rolls, and sashimi are excellent. Meal over, the bill is ordered simply with another tap of the table, and if you’re heading on anywhere, the virtual map and taxi ordering service through the table is another smart option. A great restaurant for groups, impressing clients, or entertaining visitors.

I hope to return soon!

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FOOD & DRINK MADISONS RESTAURANT

Reviewer: Anya Hastwell Tea served every day, afternoons.

Address: 5 Curzon Street, Mayfair, London W1J 5HE. Tube: Green Park; Hyde Park Corner.

Afternoon tea is a ritual that is as English as Nigel Havers, cricket and rainy bank holiday Mondays.

Stepping into the peaceful oasis of the hotel lobby is like stepping back into another time zone - just the sound of a babbling fountain and the mumbling of Americans recalling the previous night’s antics reminded me I hadn’t actually arrived in a therapeutic spa. I was directed to a sofa that was so comfortable I begged for it to swallow me whole before proceeding to do the same to the tea.

manage to consume the lot without pebble dashing the tablecloth a new modern design, you can then make a move onto the sweet side of things.

Fruit scones, with butter (low fat fanatics beware) and – oh joy – a pot of heart-stopping clotted cream, complete with a perfectly positioned presentational strawberry. Any cholesterol phobes should look away now, if you haven’t already.

The tea was quickly refilled in style by a telepathic waitress...

Then - a plate of sandwiches miraculously materialised, along with a pot of tea, and a stack of pastries. Cucumber sandwiches: check. Smoked salmon: check. Egg sandwiches: check. If you

Would definitely recommend – whether you are having afternoon tea with friends, or trying to regain a sense of civilisation in a chaotic world.

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TOP BARS IN LONDON

DOVER STREET RESTAURANT AND BAR 8-10 Dover Street, Mayfair, London, WIS 4LQ Tel: 020 7491 7509 / 020 7629 9813 Fax: 020 7491 2958 email: bookings@doverstreet.co.uk OPENING TIMES: Dinner: Monday - Thursday 5.30pm–3am Friday/ Saturday 7pm–3am Last orders: Kitchen at 2am and Bars 3am

MUSIC COVER CHARGES: Monday: £7 Tuesday: £8 Wednesday: £10 Thursday, Friday & Saturday: £15 Approximate Set times: Monday 9.45pm & 11pm Tuesday-Saturday 10.30pm and 12 midnight DJ in-between sets & after until 3am [9:44:16 PM] tradevestltd.uk: dis vir die dover street bar

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The venue hosts three floors - the lofty balcony, the main dance floor and the ‘pink room’ basement. All floors have their own private bar.

The mezzanine (balcony bar) overlooks the bustling dance floor below and offers an elegant and relaxing seating arrangement in cosy and comfortable surroundings. The spacious restaurant and main bar below comes with full waitress service and a delectable freshly made European menu. Down in the basement you will find an intimate setting, a secret and seductive hideaway, which provides the base and rhythm for the whole building.

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With a no minimum spend policy, tables and sections can be booked in advance whether it be for a large party of for an air of intimacy with less people.

Open Monday to Friday from 5pm till 3am, Zebrano Greek Street boosts well sourced and luscious cocktails, an extensive wine list and fine dining. A selection of musical beats add to the already vivacious atmosphere that covers uplifting house, R n B, club classics, retro and even some indie rock; with this much choice no one feels left out!

Forbidden London Clubs, 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Telephone: 0845 0945 195 Email: info@forbiddenlondon.com

The Soho Sky Terrace opened at the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton on Saturday May 10, kicking off another balmy summer season of al fresco lounging overlooking the rooftops of Soho.

Open from 3pm to 10:30pm, Tuesday to Saturday until late September, the casual yet chic venue is a veritable sun-trap on warm days, presenting the ideal opportunity to bask under blue skies accompanied by crisp cocktails, BBQ favourites and light snacks.

Located on the 5th floor of the hotel, the Soho Sky Terrace boasts an unbeatable position right in the heart of London’s shopping and entertainment

district - minutes from the city’s best restaurants, legendary shopping destinations such as Carnaby St, Regent and Oxford Street’s and of course all the live theatre and clubbing action of the West End. Along with a regular calendar of events and special offers, Soho Sky Terrace will be screening this season’s major sporting events, including the FIFA World Cup and Wimbledon on the big screen, accompanied by fantastic deals on drinks, snacks and even a very civilised afternoon tea option. A rain proof cover extends over half of the bar area, so on showery summer evenings patrons can still enjoy a drink in the open air.

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LONG BAR

Reviewer: James WJ Wilson Music: Ambiant chill-out sounds. Live music on Tuesdays from 8pm.

Location: 25 Heddon Street, London, W1B 4BH Tube: Piccadilly Circus.

How to does one give this treat of a venue justice?

I can but try... the Sanderson Hotel’s Long Bar is a central oasis of buzzing cool, classy fun and relaxed glamour. As befits its name, a long central bartenders’ strip is encased by a huge Philip Starck designed U shaped onyx bar, lined with highbacked bar stools, enabling a great view of your fellow revellers! This layout inevitably adds to the highly-charged atmosphere over London’s party nights (Thurs- Sat) and the bustling hubbub that prevails even on the city’s traditionally quieter nights.

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Contributing substantially to its appeal and leading off from the bar is the Japanese style, glass roofed courtyard wining and dining area (partially open air in summer). With its cushioned banquettes and comfy low chair seating around marble tables, stunning greenery, soothing fountains and pools and even a hanging pod chair, this is such a pleasant surprise and brilliantly offsets the busier bar scene. They have an extensive drinks/spirits menu and don’t miss their cocktails – try a ‘Lady Killer’ or a ‘Monkey Business’. There’s also an ‘On The Wagon’ non-alcoholic cocktail for those virtuous enough.

Forbidden London Clubs, 91 Jermyn Street, London, SW1Y 6JB Telephone: 0845 0945 195 Email: info@forbiddenlondon.com

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My Top Tips when Travelling with Children • Pace yourself – don’t try to do too much, even a domestic flight is a long time for a child.

• Bring something to entertain them on the flight such as colouring books, stickers, crayons & books & teddy bear.

• Taking off and landing can hurt tiny ears. A bottle of milk or a dummy is good for younger children; encourage older ones to suck on sweets.

• Don’t forget their favourite snacks and drinks for the flight. If they have a favourite cuddly toy make sure you remember it to keep them comforted.

• Take a portable DVD player and a few of your child’s favourite DVD’s. This will be a total lifesaver whilst hanging around the airports.

• Bring your own mini First Aid box with Calpol, plasters and medicine that you would use for upset tummies.

• Have lots of patience and keep calm! If they see you are stressed and uptight then they too will become agitated.

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The Wimbledon Championsh Its that time of the year again,strawberries and cream,sun and beautiful people gearing up for Wimbledon Tennis Championships. The Championship starts 21 June and will last to the 4th of July.

The Wimbledon Championships, or simply Wimbledon, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is generally considered the most prestigious. It has been held at the All England Club in the London suburb of Wimbledon since 1877. It is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, and the only one still played on the game’s original surface, grass, which gave the game of lawn tennis its name. The tournament takes place over two weeks in late June and early July, culminating with the ladies’ and gentlemen’s singles final, scheduled respectively for the second Saturday and Sunday. Each year, five major events are contested, as well as four junior events and four invitational events. Wimbledon traditions include the eating of strawberries and cream, drinking Pimms spritzers, royal patronage and a strict dress code for competitors. In 2009, Wimbledon’s Centre Courtwas fitted with a retractable roof to insure against the possibility of rain delays interrupting Centre Court matches during the tournament.

Beginnings The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club is a private club founded in 1868, originally as ‘The All England Croquet Club’. Its first ground was situated off Worple Road, Wimbledon.

In 1875, lawn tennis, a game devised by Major Walter Clopton Wingfield a year or so earlier and originally called ‘Sphairistike’, was added to the activities of the club. In the spring of 1877, the club was re-titled ‘The All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club’ and signalled its change of name by instituting the first Lawn Tennis Championship. A new code of laws (replacing the code until then administered by the Marylebone Cricket Club) was drawn up for the event.

Today’s rules are similar except for details such as the height of the net and posts and the distance of the service line from the net.

The only event held in 1877 was the Gentlemen’s Singles, which was won by Spencer Gore, an old

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Harrovian rackets player, from a field of 22. About 200 spectators paid one shilling each to watch the final.

The lawns at the ground were arranged so that the principal court was located in the middle with the others arranged around it; hence the title ‘Centre Court’, which was retained when the Club moved in 1922 to the present site in Church Road, although not a true description of its location. However, in 1980 four new courts were brought into commission on the north side of the ground, which meant the Centre Court was once more correctly defined. The opening of the new No. 1 Court in 1997 emphasised the description. By 1882, activity at the club was almost exclusively confined to lawn tennis and that year the word ‘croquet’ was dropped from the title. However, for sentimental reasons, it was restored in 1889 and since then the title has remained The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.

In 1884, the All England Club added ladies’ singles and gentlemen’s doubles. Ladies’ doubles and mixed doubles were added in 1913. Until 1922, the reigning champion had to play only in the final, against whoever had won through to challenge him. As with the other three Grand Slam events, Wimbledon was contested by top-ranked amateur players until the advent of the open era in tennis in 1968. No British man has won the singles event at Wimbledon since Fred Perry in 1936 and no British woman has won the Ladies Singles since Virginia Wade in 1977, although Annabel Croft and Laura Robson won the girls’ championship in 1984 and 2008, respectively. The Championship was first televised in 1937.

Schedule Wimbledon is scheduled for 13 days, beginning on a Monday and ending on a Sunday with the middle Sunday a designated rest day. The five main events span both weeks, but the youth and invitational events are held mainly during the second week.

Traditionally, there is no play on the “Middle Sunday”, which is considered a rest day. However, rain has forced play on the Middle Sunday three times in the Championship’s history: in 1991, 1997, and 2004.

On each of these occasions, Wimbledon has staged a “People’s Sunday”, with unreserved seating and readily available, inexpensive tickets, allowing those with more limited means to sit on the show courts.

Additionally, if the tournament is not completed by the

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end of the second Sunday, all remaining matches are postponed until “People’s Monday”.

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Trophies and prize money

The All England Club, through its subsidiary The All England Lawn Tennis Ground plc, issues Debentures to tennis fans every five years to raise funds for capital expenditure. Fans who invest thus in the club receive a pair of tickets for every day of the Wimbledon Championships for the five years the investment lasts. Only debenture holders are permitted to sell on their tickets to third parties, although for many years ticket touts have made a habit of illegally purchasing tickets allocated to non-debenture holders in the draw and selling them for a profit. In 2007 a group of debenture holders in the All England Club created the first website allowing debenture holders to sell tickets directly to members of the public. The new website, http://www.wimbledondebentureholders.com, allows debenture holders to sell their own tickets without paying a middle man, thus making the tickets themselves considerably cheaper for consumers.

Wimbledon is the only grand slam where fans without tickets for play can queue up and still get seats on Centre Court, Court 1 and Court 2. From 2008, there is a single queue, allotted about 500 seats for each court. When they join the queue fans are handed vouchers with a number on it and the following morning when the line moves towards the Grounds, stewards come through the line and hand out wristbands colour-coded to the specific court.

The voucher is then redeemed at the ticket office for the ticket.

The Ladies’ (top) and Gentlemen’s singles trophies The Gentlemen’s Singles champion receives a silver gilt cup 18.5 inches (about 47 cm) in height and 7.5 inches (about 19 cm) in diameter. The trophy has been awarded since 1887 and bears the inscription: “The All England Lawn Tennis Club Single Handed Champion of the World.” The Ladies’ Singles champion receives a sterling silver salver commonly known as the “Venus Rosewater Dish”, or simply the “Rosewater Dish”. The salver, which is 18.75 inches (about 48 cm) in diameter, is decorated with figures from mythology. The winners of the Gentlemen’s Doubles, Ladies’ Doubles, and Mixed Doubles events receive silver cups. The runner-up in each event receives an inscribed silver plate.

The trophies are usually presented by the President of the All England Club, The Duke of Kent. Prize money was first awarded in 1968, the first year that professional players were allowed to compete in the Championships.Prior to 2007, Wimbledon and the other major tennis tournaments awarded more prize money in men’s events than in women’s events. In 2007, Wimbledon changed this policy, giving the same money for both events. This was despite the fact that men play two thirds more sets than women at the tournament and thus now earn far less per hour than their female counterparts.

In 2009, a total of £12,500,000 in prize money was awarded with the singles champions receiving £850,000 each, an increase of 13.3 percent on 2008.

For the 2010 Championships, the winners prize money has been increased to £1,000,000, (approx. 1,537,699.94 USD, 1,148,952.02 EUR, 1,656,647.20 AUD)

Tickets The majority of centre and show court tickets sold to the general public are made available by a public ballot that the All England Club holds at the start of the year. A ballot for tickets has been held since 1924.

The ballot has always been substantially

To get into the show courts, fans will normally have to queue overnight at Wimbledon,This is done by fans from all over the world and is considered part of the Wimbledon experience in itself. Those planning to queue overnight are advised to bring a tent and sleeping bag. Times to queue up vary according to the weather, but anyone queueing up before 9 pm on a weekday should be able to get a show court ticket.

Queuing for the show courts ends after the quarter finals have been completed. Fans can also try to get a resale show court ticket at a price of £5 – something usually worth doing if there is a good match and if they have been queuing for more than 6 hours.So if you don’t get to Wimbledon this year,there’s always next year and probably for many years thereafter to come.

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2010 FIFA WORLD CUP IN SOUTH AFRICA

With the World Cup kicking of in June,South Africans from across the world will be throwing their weight behind our national team,Bafanna Bafanna.This is one of the sporting world’s greatest events and all eyes will be focused on the national team and their opening game.Yes, there has been a number of negative issues raised about the level of players within the national squad, as well as various other issues with regards to the overall performance and chances of Bafanna Bafanna to make an impact on the World Cup tournament.The fact remains that it is our national team and we should support them irrespective of all the negativity surrounding the team and the World Cup contest.

We support our national team Bafana Bafana!

South Africa’s 2010 Fifa World Cup Squad: Goalkeepers: Itumeleng Khune, Moeneeb Josephs, Shu-Aib Walters Defenders: Siboniso Gaxa, Matthew Booth, Lucas Thwala, Aaron Mokoena (captain), Bongani Khumalo, Siyabonga Sangweni, Tsepo Masilela, Anele Ngcongca, Lucas Thwala Midfielders: Steven Pienaar, Teko Modise, Siphiwe Tshabalala, Reneilwe Letsholonyane, Thanduyise Khuboni, Kagisho Dikgaco, Macbeth Sibaya, Surprise Moriri Strikers: Katlego Mphela, Bernard Parker, Siyabonga Nomvete The SA EXpat UK issue / June 2010

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