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FASHION
24 Bowled over... our pick of the most striking party looks 30 Red Alert. Brave the colour of the season 32 Men’s fashion: Winter proof your wardrobe 38 Win delightful designer baby shoes from Flynn Livvy
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HEALTH, FITNESS & BEAUTY Discover Kettlebells, the all-round exercise 18 Fresh faced - the no makeup natural look 20 Fitness? There’s an app for that 67 Win a pamper package from James Dun’s House 79
CULTURE
76 Time for a haggis feast! Celebrate Burns Night 86 Meet Juliet McLeod of Cloud Nine Pottery 90 What’s on guide for December and January 96 Win tickets to Shrek The Musical at HMT
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LIFESTYLE
80 Snow sports for kids 89 Trend Events - book now for 2018 94 The last word with Peter Mitchell 97 Readers’ offers
FOOD & DRINK
Win a cocktail masterclass & meal for 6 at Revolution 40 Meet Noel Brown from Gourdons Quayside restaurant 42 Trend Tries... The Silver Darling 44 Ask the chef... Craig Wilson rustles up homemade bread 49
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TRAVEL & LEISURE
Win a stay at Queensferry’s Doubletree by Hilton 55 Hidden gem: Slovenia? S’lovely! 74 Win a winter escape at the Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews 82 Win a bowling night at Lane7 93
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58 Bright start - Colour to make your mornings more cheerful 62 Winter garden interest
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ISSUE N0. 61 | DEC 17/JAN 18
FROM THE
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t seems strange that another year is almost over and a new one just beginning. The past few years haven’t been the easiest for the people and businesses of the North-east of Scotland, but we’re encouraged by the pragmatic spirit and entrepreneurial flair that has seen new businesses spring up and more-established businesses thrive by understanding the need for excellent customer service, and quality products, whether it’s furniture or at the farmers’ Market. In a way, such adversity binds us together and creates a stronger community. By supporting our local businesses, by eating out, by visiting our castles, attractions, museums and our splendid natural heritage, by using local gyms and sports facilities, by going to the pub or a club, by popping into the hairdressers or beauty salon, we keep our communities strong. You could argue that buying those shoes you’ve been lusting after creates a tangible economic and social benefit. Think of it as retail philanthropy. Plus, you get new shoes!
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On the Cover MODEL | Charlotte Kindig FACE | MAC Studio Fix foundation, Charlotte Tilbury Contour Wand, Ben Nye Colourless Powder, Laura Geller Guilded Honey highlighter EYES | MAC Typographic, Anastasia Beverley Hills Modern Renaissance, Primalash lashes, Kat Von D Tattoo liner
2018 will bring a new shopping centre at Marischal Square and, with the opening of the AWPR, the loss of our crown as Road Cone Capital of the World. We look forward to them both.
LIPS | MAC Spice lipliner, MAC Honeylove, NYX Butter gloss
Go out there, have fun, try something new or treat yourself a little. We wish you all the merriest of Christmases and the happiest of New Years!
STYLING | Raegen Smith, Samantha Williams & Sarah Rose
PHOTOGRAPHERS | Donna Murray & Chris Henderson
MAKE UP | Clarisse Morieux MUA HAIR | Sarah Ironside, Salon 70
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STOCKISTS | Michael Kors Union Square, Cruise, Stellar, Coast, Karen Millen, Phase Eight, Zara LOCATION | Lane7, 1 Shiprow, Aberdeen
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f the kids have lost interest in sports and you’re worried they are now spending too much time on their games consoles and phones, David Lloyd Aberdeen may be the answer! Why not check out David Lloyds family fitness classes? David Lloyd is the only club in Aberdeen to offer Synrgy classes for 8 years and older. It’s fun, with lots of laughter and when the activity is something you can do together, children are often more likely to join in when they see mum or dad doing it too!
For older children, why not bring them along to an 11+ parentally supervised gym session? Get them booked into David Lloyds bespoke start-up program which teaches young adults the correct techniques from the get-go. It’s included in the membership package. Our family team deliver energetic sessions helping them to develop healthy habits for life whilst having lots of fun, as well as learning new skills. With the specialised classes and induction process from age of 14+ they can start enjoying the majority of the classes on the adult group exercise timetable with over 100 classes to choose from and can even start enjoying the gym with friends and not just mum and dad. Try our new Slopercise class and slalom your way through winter.
Slopercise is a series of ski-based exercises to develop technique and improve fitness. Then there’s the 25m pool, tennis and badminton courts and the exclusive DLicious cafe bar. David Lloyd offers a huge range of activities that you can all enjoy, both individually and as a family. Set your kids up for a healthy future with David Lloyd Aberdeen. Call us now on 01224 811050 to book a tour to see our club and get started with your membership. davidlloyd.co.uk
Yvonne Smith, Evelyn Howlett, Jennifer Anderson, Avril Gray, Karen Louie
Nyree Slater, Ashleigh Stables, Stephanie Nicol, Shannon Strachan
Gemma White, Karen White, Lisa Lawson, Jodie Lawson, Heather Lamb, Karen Bedawi
JDRF Ladies Lunch
Julia Sharp, Angela Harris, Donna Petrie
Rhoda Mitchell, Julieann Bruce, Christine Powell
WHO: JDRF Ladies lunch - The Devil Wears Prada. The Ladies Lunch began last year and the event was even more popular this year.
Rosemary McLennan, Dez Young
WHAT: The lunch was hosted by the most glamorous of ladies, known affectionately as 'The Globe Girls', who were accompanied by a very talented west end performer Amanda Coutts who performed a few iconic hits. The raffle and auctions included much sought after items including a Prada bag and sunglasses. The fundraiser also included a fabulous fashion show by Jane Davidson of Edinburgh and a pop up shop to give guests the best possible shopping experience for their Christmas party outfits.
Pauline Dreelan, Marion Dreelan
Bella MacVicar, Laura Grieve
WHERE: Malmaison
Yulia Oag, Jenny Ironside, Adel Bennett, Louise Swanney
Diane Park, Lynn Clark, Sandra Watt, Jill Bedawi, Jenny Strachan
Sally Hutchison, Debbie McFarlane, Gemma Langley
The Globe Girls
Hazel Innes, Linzie McDonald, Joan Ingram, Carol Stanger-stark
Pamela White, Sheena Mathison
Kelly Gary, Stevie-Lee Brown
Becca Davidson, Toni Colbert
SAKS: Big Hair Do
Lynda Bruce, Kat Buchan
Lisa Dow, Alanna Scott
WHO: Staff and customers from Saks Union Square and David Lloyd came together for the Big Hair Do. The event, which featured the latest hair trends, as well as nibbles and fizz, raised ÂŁ1170.
Andrea Birnie, Joyce Forbes
WHAT: The money raised was split equally between Saks’ nominated charities - Scottish Network for Arthritis in Kids and The Archie Foundation.
Natalie Waugh, Louise Simpson
WHERE: Saks, Union Square, Aberdeen
Amie Evans, Isabella Burnett
Rachel Shanks, Nicky Findlay, Joyce Scott
Sheila Cameron, Moira Gibb, Susie Kelly
Craig Purvis, Hannah Farquhar, Lee Carnegie
Gillian Main, Elaine Smith, Jill Leiper, Sophie Ritchie, Sara Smith
Brenda Davidson, Dilys Hobart
Innocent Aesthetics Ltd. WHO: A skin care event above all others. ZO Medical Skin Care by Mr.Obagi offers an extensive range of creams to address all signs of ageing and skin complaints. WHAT: For the past 11 years Innocent have always been at the forefront of medical aesthetics and now they have taken skin care and facial rejuvenation to the next level. The ZO medical event was a total success enjoyed by all and we thank everyone for the wonderful attendance.
Donna Allan, Zoey McCue
WHERE: The Palm Court Hotel Susan McClive, Linda Salmon
Katrina Kitchener, Doreen Devore, Sara Ritchie
Lale Robertson, Akmaral Thomson
NEWMACHAR’S ‘GO-TO’ SALON
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ver the past year, Newmachar’s Glam has attracted a devoted following thanks to its amazing range of services, friendly team and impressive results. Glam offers four beauty rooms, a spraytan room, hairdressing area, and a nail bar and pedicure section. Glam offers waxing, tinting, HD brows, lash extensions, lash lift, makeup, microblading, permanent makeup, reiki, reflexology, ear and navel candling, gel nails, and all aspects
of hairdressing in a relaxing environment. What’s especially great about Glam is that you get a top class service from a great team at a convenient time. They’re open late from Monday to Saturday, offer free parking and online booking and cancellations. Give it a go - the girls at Glam will have you looking your best from top to toe. Kingseat Business Park, Kingseat, Newmachar, Aberdeen AB21 0AZ Tel: 07850 153278 gillglambeauty
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LOUISAYOGA
New classes to reduce stress & improve fitness
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f you’re looking to improve your physical and mental health, yoga offers a host of benefits. Louisa Craig, one of Aberdeenshire’s most experienced and best regarded yoga teachers, has new classes for adults and children starting in January in Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Laurencekirk and Montrose; there are also monthly yoga supper clubs, yoga workshops and luxury yoga breaks in Scotland to look forward to. Yoga is suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. As well as reducing stress
& anxiety, yoga improves flexibility, builds strength, improves posture, allows you to connect with yourself and become more authentic, relaxes your full system, and, in more vigorous practices, can provide a cardio workout. If you’re looking for a meaningful new career, Louisa also offers training as a children’s yoga teacher and a RYT200 yoga teacher (Yoga Alliance accredited). You can find details of all her classes and courses at louisayoga.co.uk.
COVER ALL YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY NEEDS!
Style Bar appointments (express put-up service) £25 | Future Talents Blow-dry £15 Stylist Blow-dry £17 - £35 | Make-up: Full face £35 | Eyes only £20
18-20 Netherkirkgate Aberdeen AB10 1AU Tel: 01224 641664 lintonandmac.com
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Eat, drink and don’t let it ruin your festive season Its nearly that time of year again: to eat, drink and be merry, but Christmas and New Year festivities are not always friendly to our gut!
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or the one in five of us that suffer from regular gastro-oesophageal reflux (GORD) or the bloating and cramps of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) the festive season can represent an endurance test. Some of our experts at the Aberdeen Clinic give tips on how to have a good time and not be ruled by your stomach over the next couple of months. Bama Kumar, specialist dietitian says, ‘Many patients manage to control their IBS by avoiding the foods known to trigger their symptoms, however this can be difficult when you’re out at a friend’s house or going to parties. Buffets are particularly problematic as pastries, fried foods, chocolates and mince pies are all notorious causes of IBS symptoms; try to stick to healthier options such as salmon, lean meats , chicken and fresh prawns’. Bama also gives many of us an excuse to avoid sprouts on Christmas Day. ‘For IBS sufferers foods such as pulses and beans can lead to bloating, and of course I would include sprouts along with these.’ Malcolm Valentine, General Practitioner says, ‘IBS can be worsened if you change your eating pattern, and I would particularly avoid eating too late. Don’t become a complete couch potato over the holidays, as exercise is good for your gut as well as the rest of you. Finally, enjoy yourself, if you spend the holiday stressing about whether everyone else is having a good time it’s a surefire way of ensuring your IBS takes control.’ Many of the foods that cause IBS also worsen GORD symptoms and much of the same advice about IBS is very pertinent to controlling reflux.
Ken Park, Consultant Surgeon, heads up our GORD team and explains, ‘GORD is caused when the stomach contents backtrack out of the stomach into the lower oesophagus or gullet. Many of the things we do over the Christmas holidays are almost a prescription to cause reflux. I don’t want to be a humbug and suggest you don’t have a drink or enjoy going out to parties with friends, but I would say that going to bed on a full stomach is probably the worst thing you can do for reflux. Fizz is not your friend if you suffer from reflux , so nice as it may be, the ubiquitous champagne or prosecco at this time of year will dilate your stomach quickly and cause reflux, better to pick something still. If you do suffer from GORD, ensure you have a stock of omeprazole, nexium or the equivalent at home as this is certainly the time of year you are going to need them’. What about the New Year? With all the resolutions to lose weight, take more exercise and live a healthier life style why not think about trying to get on top of your IBS or reflux for good. To diagnose and treat the distressing symptoms of IBS and GORD call 0333 0143 488 or email health@theaberdeenclinic.co.uk for more information. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year from all at the Aberdeen Clinic theaberdeenclinic.co.uk.
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f you’re looking for an effective way to get fit, try kettlebells. Ray Wilson, owner of Kettlebells Aberdeen Gym and a certified IKFF trainer, explains, ‘Working with kettlebells encourages the body to feel great, while building on fitness, endurance, power and core strength. The kettlebells come in a range of weights and are designed to build your work capacity. Just using one 16kg kettlebell in a one hour class and you could have swung, snatched, pressed, squatted, lunged, rowed and pulled a total of 12 tonnes! ‘Our new gym is just off George Street and we offer beginners’ workshops and structured classes so that progression, whether technical ability or fitness, is achieved. Basics are continually reviewed and challenged, while advanced methods are encouraged and supported. Open gym and one to one training sessions are available and we also offer Bootcamp Fitness high intensity interval training sessions. Each cycle lasts four weeks with three 45 minute classes a
week. We use bodyweight exercises and challenging resistance equipment to burn off a ton of calories and get fitter, faster. ‘Kettlebells Aberdeen is a very relaxed, friendly and supportive place. We have members ranging from teenagers to those who have their bus passes! There’s always someone to offer encouragement to keep lifting for that final 60 seconds and everyone respects that people work at different paces. There’s always time for a chat and a coffee afterwards. ‘You can even compete in Kettlebell Sport. The competitive element to kettlebell lifting can really bring a focus to one's training, fitness and health. It is exciting training hard for an event, and then having to perform at your very best on a given day in order to secure a medal!’ Tel: 07877 807 191 kettlebellsaberdeen.com
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Discrete medical & support care
for substance use & mental health issues
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hristmas and the New Year can often exacerbate mental health and substance use issues. The Alexander Clinic is there to help. As a fully registered private hospital, the treatment regime combines the latest medical, psychological and behavioural techniques with holistic treatments to counter stress and support self-healing. It’s an approach that works, delivered by a dedicated and capable team. The clinic now offers intensive psychiatric treatment for those with dual dependencies, where mental health and substance issues co-exist. Well respected psychiatrist, Dr. Neil Patel, specialises in supporting and understanding a client’s selfexperience and uses this to develop an integrated change pathway that treats the mind, body and emotional wellbeing. Treatment is often delivered during a residential stay, which includes medically supervised detoxification from drugs and/ or alcohol. The Alexander Clinic’s treatment pathway also includes integrative counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, physical and mental health and wellbeing activities. Further support is provided for family members and to assist clients deal with their return to the wider environment. Where other commitments make an extended stay impossible, a package of individual counselling and treatment services or an executive coaching package may be possible.
When you’re ready to change, why not book a free assessment so you can visit the clinic? You’ll meet with one of the team and discover why our treatment outcomes exceed the national averages. King Street, Oldmeldrum, AB51 0EQ Tel: 01651 872100 (24 hour line) alexanderclinic.co.uk
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Fresh Faced Take a break from your beauty routine before the party season kicks off and go for a no-fuss natural look. Few of us would leave the house without our make-up bags yet a well-executed ‘no make-up’ look takes just a few minutes and only four products to pull off. Give your skin a chance to breathe and declutter your make up bag in one go! Skin still needs a moisture boost throughout the day and using a nourishing primer can offer a healthy complexion without covering natural beauty. Try Estee Lauder’s The Smoother, which is infused with apricot essence and smoothes out patches of uneven texture as well as softening the skin. Sometimes more mature skin benefits from a bit of coverage, so a good concealer works wonders. Perennial favourite YSL’s Touche Éclat concealer hides dark circles and minor imperfections. It’s easily blended with the fingers to provide an instant confidence boost.
A dark contour can often make the face appear heavy and overdone. Try strobing to enhance key features. Use a bright highlight on areas of the face where natural light will hit. A dry product like Bobbi Brown’s highlighting powder works best when brushed across cheek bones and the bridge of the nose, giving the appearance of a natural glow. Lastly, give those brows some attention. Groomed brows have dominated facial makeup for several seasons. If you’re not great with pencils or brush strokes, try a brow mascara. Givenchy’s ‘Mister Brow Filler’ will tame stray hairs and make brows appear more naturally full. Apply in an upward motion to fluff up the natural shape of the arch and create structure that lasts the day. Five minutes and you’re ready for anything!
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PROMOTING HEALTH & WELLBEING
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ature’s Larder on Holburn Street has been a favourite with the city’s health-conscious for over 40 years. Since Hazel took over the business last year the shop has undergone refurbishment, transforming the store into a modern and attractive space. Hazel explained, ‘We stock whole foods, organic vegetables, local eggs and produce, gluten free/dairyfree/
vegan alternatives, natural body care and skincare, vitamins and supplements. I focus on sourcing items that are local, natural and ethical. ‘More and more people are taking control of their health. Eating well is fundamental to this - affecting everything from mood to energy levels.
‘As an independent store, we offer our customers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where they can browse our range of inspiring new products and stock up on everyday essentials.’ Nature's Larder provides a perfect shopping trip when you want fun new products with health benefits. 60 Holburn Street Aberdeen, AB10 6BX Tel: 01224 588120 natureslarderaberdeen
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Sequinned bell-cuff dress £250 (Michael Kors @ Union Square)
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Marissa burnout bardot top £69, Valencia wideleg trouser £89, Aleina beaded necklace £29 (Coast). Tiegan Sandal in metallic embossed leather £150 (Michael Kors @ Union Square)
Melainene fringe dress £169 (Phase Eight)
Melainene fringe dress £169 (Phase Eight), Black heels £69.99 (Zara)
Gucci web trim blazer in almond flower £1130, Gucci compact web trouser in almond flower £690 (Cruise) Coccinelle bag £330 (Stellar), Claire satin pump £135 (Michael Kors @ Union Square), Statement stone necklace £75 (Karen Millen)
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Bell sleeve knit dress £140, Feather tip faux fur coat £350
Sequinned bell-cuff dress £250 (Michael Kors @ Union Square)
Bell sleeve knit dress £140, Feather tip faux fur coat £350, Suede over the knee boot £375 (Karen Millen)
Three floor feather dress in burgundy ÂŁ300 (Cruise), Tiegan sandal in metallic embossed leather ÂŁ150 (Michael Kors @ Union Square)
Red is the colour of the season. From crimson court heels to scarlet knit sweaters, the daring shade was championed on catwalks from Fendi to Victoria Beckham and in seasonal high street edits. Surprisingly, red is easy to wear and suits every complexion depending on the hue. Primary red is most flattering on almost all skin tones. If you have warmer colouring with yellow undertones like Jennifer Lopez, or if you prefer gold jewellery, then look for peachy, coral or orange based reds. If your skin is cooler with a pink undertone, like Angelina Jolie’s, or if you prefer silver jewellery, aim for darker shades of burgundy, rich wines or rose pink crimsons. If head to toe red seems like too much, try bringing wardrobe favourites up to date with a pop of ruby. A smart red blazer is the perfect addition to a minimalist monochrome outfit or inject the red hue to a weekend denim look, with knitwear or a Breton stripe. More daring fashionistas can dress up a red look with an edgy black leather jacket. Opt for luscious fabrics at all times to stay sophisticated. If you feel red is a little overpowering; balance out proportions with classic florals or tartan and checks - a fashion favourite this winter. If you are a slave to neutrals, or don’t feel fully committed to a little red number, consider Mac’s Ruby Woo lipstick; this confident red lip suits most skin tones. Finish the look with a perfectly sleek manicure in OPI’s An Affair. Whether you opt for a crimson column or vamp it up in vermillion, anyone can be a lady in red this season; just take cue from the catwalk and embrace your shade of red.
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01 Borg Lined Denim Jacket | © NEW LOOK 02 Brown Leather Gloves | © BURTON 03 Grey Check Scarf | © TKMaxx 04 Double Breasted Coat | © TKMaxx 05 B.Intl Ariel Polarquilt | © BARBOUR 06 Check Scarf | © HOUSE OF FRASER
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IF THERE’S ONE THING WE HAVE A LOT OF IN THE NORTH-EAST, IT’S WEATHER! HOWLING GALES, 02
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his season, there’s lot’s to choose from, but quality, practicality and style all vary enormously. Look for longer lengths in padded jackets, ideally with waterproof high-tech fabrics and feather light down or hi-loft fillings. Most ski and outdoor stores carry the main brands in a range of muted tones that work equally well in the city or halfway up the Cairngorms. If you’re bulky, go for narrow channel insulation and avoid red or you may inadvertently remind people of an insulated hot water tank!
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If you need a more formal option, look for a double or single breasted overcoat in a wool and cashmere mix or a waterproof trench coat. The single breasted option is more streamlined, but double breasted designs can be warmer. Pair it with a cashmere or
wool scarf in a bright stripe to lift the mood and some classic leather gloves. Stand out from the usual sea of greys and blacks in a herringbone or houndstooth check, or try a classic camel or a muted burgundy shade. Details such as colourful linings and soft velvet collars are on trend. A proper fit makes all the difference. You should be able to move your shoulders comfortably and sleeves should cover your shirt cuffs and suit sleeves. Lastly, consider the Borg jacket, named after the Swedish tennis maestro, rather than the Star Trek alien collective. Its shorter length combines a shearling or faux-fleece collar, in a bomber or denim jacket style, making it the perfect option paired with jeans and a t-shirt for milder days.
Adele Slater, James Barrack, Rebecca Lewis
Jenna Cook, Ola Fidos
Stellar Trend’s Launch Afternoon Tea GardenParty Party Julie Simpson, Michele Dryden, Lynne Ewen
Suzanne Martin, Diane Taylor, Leslie Carrol
Carole Grace, Elaine Duthie Pam Sainsbury, Jill Garden
Geoff Cooper, Arlene Cooper, Gemma Malcolm
WHO: More than 180 WHO: ladiesThe donned launchtheir partyfinery, for Stellar hats and all at Trend's Afternoon Tea Garden Party in aid of WHAT: The Archie Handbag Foundation. lovers flocked to the VIP opening WHAT: Guests of Stellar were on treated 12 October. to delicious Guests cocktails snacked on from canapés, Orchid and macaroons Porters Gin, andwhile prosecco Fifthwhile Dimension admiring provided Stellar’s a fabulous Italian collection magic show. which includes handbags and accessories for women and men. In Scotland, Entertainmentthese provided brands by Right are only There available Production's at Stellar. Dan Greavey got the ladies on their feet and a dazzling fashion show featuring Hobbs, WHERE: Karen Millen, Stellar, Coast, Aberdeen Jigsaw and Phase Eight showcased their latest collections. WHERE: The Marcliffe Hotel & Spa Wendy Rae, Moira Glover
Julia Bryce, Serena Bruna Venegoni
Rachel Mair, Niki Chambers, Vikki Thom
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STELLAR:
Bags of Style
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hether you’re shopping for a special gift or treating yourself, head to Stellar on Chapel Street for a fabulous selection of Italian handbags, business bags and accessories for both women and men. Stellar’s brands include seasonal colours from Tosca Blu, casual trends from Trussardi Jeans, and discrete
designer classics from Cochinelle and Furla, as well as Piquadro high tech business bags and briefcases. You’ll also find Stellar’s own range of stunning silk scarves. Independent boutique Stellar is often the sole Scottish stockist. With bags of style and friendly, helpful service, a visit is always worthwhile!
STELLAR 15 Chapel Street, AB10 1SQ Tel: 01224 518140 StellarShopAberdeen
Gorgeous gifts and cards for all occasions Open Monday to Friday 9.30am -5.30pm Saturday 10am-5pm
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FREDERIQUE CONSTANT WATCHES
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or almost 30 years, Frederique Constant has been making watchmaking history with its high quality innovative timepieces. The brand’s slogan is “Live your Passion” and passion is reflected in every detail of the craftsmanship, design and innovation used in the creation of a Frederique Constant watch. The company’s mission is not to restrict interest in watches to a limited and elitist circle of connoisseurs but rather to a broader selection of appreciative enthusiasts who want to enjoy high quality classical watches at competitive prices. This classically innovative watch company, based in Geneva, is involved in all stages of watch production, from initial design, to final assembly and quality
Country Ways
control (with each watch assembled by hand to ensure maximum quality and durability). We think you’ll agree that they have hit the mark with their latest collection, featuring ladies and gents’ watches, which you can find at Finnies on George Street, Aberdeen or online at www.finnies.com (prices starting from £760). Do you have a “connoisseur” watch lover on your Christmas Shopping list this year or someone who appreciates a stylish, durable, quality watch that doesn’t date? Then surprise them with a Frederique Constant watch. If it’s good enough for Gwynnie…
219-223 George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1HY Tel: 01224 636632 finnies.com This season at Country Ways it’s all about footwear and clothing to see you through Autumn and Winter. From Hunter wellies and Barbour quilts, to Dubarry country boots and Joules jackets, you’re sure to find something to keep you cosy on the coldest of days. Traditional leather, tweed and wax fabrics are co-ordinated with the latest in on-trend fashions and colours - look out for lots of beautiful berry colours toned perfectly with shades of grey and taupe. A highlight in their collection is the latest brand to join the stable - Fairfax & Favor. A super stylish collection of shoes and boots for men and women. We love the Ladies Regina and Explorer boots, at home in town or country, but the Amira above-the-knee boots really caught our eye! Look out for our VIP discount voucher at the back.
115 Holburn Street, Aberdeen countryways.com
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It’s never too early to start a collection of designer shoes, so we have five pairs of amazingly sweet, well-crafted soft shoes from Flynn Livvy, an online retailer based in Aberdeenshire. The footwear collection is made from leather with a gently elasticated cuff for secure grip and durable suede soles. The seven designs for kids between 6-18 months all feature anti-slip rubber pads, ideal for when you’re just finding your feet. Each of our five winners can choose their favourite style and size from the range at: flynnlivvy.com To enter, go to trendmagazine.co.uk and answer this question:
How many designs does Flynn Livvy offer?
Love is in the air at Lava Jewellery Getting engaged or married this year? Head to Peterculter’s Lava Jewellery. Lava are amongst Scotland’s most gifted designermakers, with several pieces in the royal collection. Designer Jacqui Grant will work with you to create a dream ring to suit your taste, lifestyle and budget. Then husband Duncan will bring your ring to life in the studio. Lava have access to a superb range of stones and can also remodel family pieces. If your romance has withstood the test of time, consider an eternity ring or a unique anniversary present. 265 North Deeside Road, Peterculter, AB14 0UL Tel: 01224 735000 lavajewellery.com
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ne lucky winner and five of their friends will be heading to Revolution on Belmont Street for a night to remember. Kick off with a personalised vodkaccino then learn all about muddling, mixing, stirring and shaking, while munching on a canapé or two. There’s plenty of sampling and fun games like ‘Blind Mojito’ and ‘Flavour Bingo’ with Revolution’s unrivalled selection of 31 Handcrafted Flavours on offer. You’ll even get a certificate and a minishaker to take home.
Round the evening off with a relaxed two course dinner at Revolution. Their comfort food menu is perfect for a winter’s night, with burgers, ribs, pizza and salads. What next? Why not hit the bar for a nightcap? To enter, go to trendmagazine.co.uk and answer this question:
How many flavours of vodka does Revolution offer?
No.10 is No. 1 at hospitality industry awards No.10 Bar & Restaurant (No.10), has been named ‘Restaurant of the Year Casual Dining’ at the 22nd Scottish Licensed Trade News (SLTN) awards held at Glasgow Hilton Hotel. No.10 was re-launched in October 2015 following a significant three-month refurbishment which transformed the venue into a stylish bar & 90-seater restaurant.
Tippling House gets a facelift Owners of the Tippling House have announced that it is closing during January for a big refurb, opening February 2018. Their other business, 10 Dollar Shake has been awarded the catering contract for The Oil and Gas Technology Centre, along with Salt & Sauce and Melt, three local food & drink businesses. This represents a great local opportunity with potential for up to 100 events a year.
Can’t wait? Book your own masterclass at: revolution-bars.co.uk.
MacDonald Norwood Hall in the running for National awards honour Macdonald Norwood Hall is the only city-based venue to be shortlisted for the Wedding Venue category at the 2017 Scottish VOWS Awards. Founded in 2005, the Scottish VOWS Awards recognises companies within the wedding industry which deliver the highest standard of customer service. The winners of this year’s awards will be announced in November at the Double Tree Hilton Glasgow Central.
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oel Brown lives with his partner, Jenna, their four year old son Archie, Arlo the dog and Maisie the cat, in the old fishing village of Gourdon. There, he and his business partner Ewen Lovie, own The Quayside restaurant and fish and chip shop, which has just been shortlisted in the final three in the UK for Newcomer of the Year in the fish and chip industry. ‘If I’m not in the kitchen working with our chef Joseph Hart, I’ll be pretending to be a superhero, playing Paw Patrol or watching Disney. Archie sets the agenda, but I love a great meal and great wine shared with Jenna and friends too. ‘The Quayside is about sustainability and the best ingredients. Our own batter recipe gives our fish just the right crunch and coating. We cook our chips in beef dripping for that authentic taste and we offer things you wouldn’t expect from a chippy, like side salads, sweet potato fries, grilled fish, lobster, mussels, whitebait, and langoustines. ‘If I could have dinner with anyone, I’d choose Rick Stein, Elon Musk and Danny Baker because he is just plain entertaining. To eat? It’s got to be fish and chips with mushy peas with loads of salt and vinegar!’
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INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) Pinch of chopped parsley 1 x lemon-quartered Pinch of chopped mint FOR THE FILLING 200g haddock cut into 1” thick pieces 200g salmon cut into 1” thick pieces/cubes 100g hot smoked salmon 50g prawns 100g garden peas 50ml white wine 800g mashed potatoes, the creamier the better FOR THE SAUCE 40g flour 40g butter 1 bay leaf 100g smoked haddock (natural not dyed) 200ml fish stock 200ml double cream 2 cloves of garlic - crushed Salt and pepper to taste METHOD To make the sauce: Melt the butter and add the flour to make a roux. Add the fish stock, cream and garlic and mix thoroughly. Add the smoked haddock and the bay leaf. Stir and reduce by one third over a medium heat until the sauce develops a thick velvety texture. Remove bay leaf, season to taste. To make the filling: Add a little vegetable oil to a large, hot frying pan. Add the salmon, haddock and wine. Seal the fish leaving the centre on the rare side. Add the prawns, hot smoked salmon, 50g of peas and heat through. Finally mix the sauce and filling to your preferred texture. Decant the hot filling into a pie dish. Don’t fill the dish right to the top as you now need to add the hot mash topping. Keep it nice and rustic and for the little extra luxury touch brush with a little melted butter. Pop in the oven or under the grill till browned on top. Serve with a wedge of lemon, a sprinkle of parsley, and hot minted garden peas.
AMAZING FOOD WITH A GREAT VIEW Only 25 mins from Aberdeen Panoramic views over Gourdon harbour Welcoming, friendly surroundings West Quay, Gourdon, DD10 0JZ tel. 01561360111
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Silver Darling Words: Jan Leatham
For me there are few better wraparound views in Aberdeen, than that from the floor to ceiling windows surrounding the Silver Darling restaurant on Pocra Quay. Whether catching a glimpse of dolphins and seals playing around the harbour mouth during a summer lunch, gazing at the brightly lit sweep of the coastline in the evening, or that moment when you think the restaurant is moving, and you realise it’s the massive Viking on the Aberdeen - Shetland ferry silently sliding by, it’s always a stunner. This was my first trip to the Silver Darling since The McGinty’s Group took ownership at the beginning of October. There is a new menu showcasing some of the very best local seafood; the neighbouring table ordered huge Carlingford oysters to start, whilst we opted for the classic moules and a delectable crab and crevette cocktail complemented by pea puree, and a fennel and orange salad. Whilst we waited for the starters, there were olives and super-light rosemary focaccia bread to hold our attention, along with an accessible wine list and plenty of choice by the glass. Our mains arrived, and my roasted hake fillet was just right, flaky and light, resting on butterbeans, spinach, chorizo, salsa verde, cherry tomatoes and pine kernels; all of which provided a great feast of texture as well as taste. My partner’s steamed lemon sole was served simply with crushed potatoes, lemon and parsley sauce and topped with roast capers. Portions are well judged, as we felt up to a dessert and eventually decided on the chocolate delice with candied kumquats, and the spiced apple tart with hazelnut ice cream and warm cider sauce, both of which were absolutely delightful, as was the entire meal. The Silver Darling has retained its AA rosette for 2017/18 and the relaxed and unhurried, yet upscale feel to the place reflects that accolade. The service was faultless and yet completely unobtrusive, which can be so hard to achieve. thesilverdarling.co.uk
Ingredients • 25ml Tullamore Dew • 20ml Guinness Reduction • 80ml Coffee • Topped with whipped cream & Aphrodite Bitters
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INGREDIENTS: • Tortilla wrap • 30g of fruit per pie (apples, pineapple, grapes, dried dates, dried apricots, stem ginger, glace cherries, nuts) • Ground nutmeg
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1. Make the base for filling - use a scone cutter or glass to cut a round shape in a wrap or tortilla and press into a pastry case to form the base shape; use a smaller cutter to create the lid of the mince pie. 2. Mince pie filling - mix together in a pan about 30g fruit mixture as you prefer, from chopped up apples, pineapple, grapes, dried dates, dried apricots, stem ginger, glace cherries, nuts, add ground nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, mixed spice, add a splash of grape juice and simmer on stove for 2 minutes to soften the fruit 3. Assemble fruit pie - spoon the fruit mixture into the base and put tortilla lid on top- for a nice brown colour gently brush on an egg yolk wash with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. 4. Cook pies - bake for 12 minutes in the oven at around 180oC
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Nuart Aberdeen street art festival wins national award Aberdeen’s first international street art festival has scooped a national award following an online vote by members of the public and an expert panel. Aberdeen Inspired clinched the place management BID award for the Nuart Aberdeen street art festival at the 2017 National Business Improvement District (BID) Awards, ahead of five other finalists.
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he whole country’s obsessed with baking, thanks to the Great British Bake Off. There’s nothing better than the smell of freshly baked bread in the morning. It’s the ultimate comfort food and great with home-made soup. You don’t need to be a Star Baker to make fabulous bread. I like to use seasonal ingredients to make our bread rolls even tastier. Just add any of these into your bread mixture and you’re sure to get bread rolls that even Paul and Pru would be proud of! My top picks for the winter months are: Stornoway black pudding, a strong cheddar, apple and honey or cinnamon and raisins added to a wholemeal bread. Yum!
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ane’s Interiors, Stonehaven’s popular design studio, is celebrating its first decade in business at the harbourside shop in 2018. Jane and her staff have one of the largest selections of interiors samples and supplies in the North-east of Scotland and an outstanding eye for colour and pattern, so it’s no wonder that they’ve been recognised with numerous awards. Pop upstairs to the design studio for inspiration or to arrange a consultation. You’ll find everything from Designers’ Guild, Romo and Harlequin to quirkier brands like Christian Lacroix and children’s interior specialists. With Jane’s input, you could fall in love with your home all over again! The team have created sumptuous show home interiors, amazing commercial premises and helped clients create homes which reflect their own personal style and taste. Jane’s product knowledge, trend insight and infectious enthusiasm makes her really easy to work with, while Earle, her husband, brings a multitude of practical skills to projects both large and small. All the staff are unstuffy, friendly and approachable. Whether you’re looking for new flooring, furniture, wallpaper, curtains, blinds or just that perfect home accessory, Jane’s Interiors is a must-visit. Old Pier, Shore Head, Stonehaven, AB39 2JY Tel: 01569 767600 Email: info@janesdesignstudio.co.uk janesdesignstudio.co.uk
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rom the moment you step through the orange doors at Dargie Design’s new showroom in the heart of the city, you know you’re not in an ordinary furniture shop. The John Street shop, located just round the corner from John Lewis, has a very boutique feel, with an emphasis on personal service, and a stunning selection of contemporary pieces that combine great design, comfort, practicality, longevity and quality. These qualities are also reflected in the company’s history and approach to business. Dargie Design is celebrating its 25th year of business and is proud to be a truly independent family firm. Rough-hewn cedar plank walls and quirky astroturf flooring set off a carefully curated selection of sofas, dining furniture, bedroom fittings, cabinetry and occasional pieces. There’s
also an expanded range of finishing touches including stunning statement lighting, gorgeous vases, clocks, mirrors and even Dargie’s own range of beautifully scented candles and diffusers - perfect if you’re just looking to update or refresh your interiors. Instead of the furniture superstore approach with acres of bland, lumpen design and commission-hungry staff, Dargie offers a combination of classic modern furniture from some of the leading European design houses including Hūlsta, Ligne Roset, Kartell and Leolux. Dargie is the exclusive Scottish stockist for many of the designs, which are otherwise only available in top London retailers. There are even some kitsch outdoor gnome tables from design maverick Philippe Starck.
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Upstairs, there’s a panoramic lounge, with a seating area where the store offer free help with space planning and room layouts. This is particularly valuable if you’re building your own home, or planning a major refurbishment. A visit to Dargie Design is a much more immersive, yet relaxed experience than traditional furniture shopping. There’s a genuinely warm and friendly atmosphere and you can browse and try things out without feeling pressured. It’s quite usual to make several visits before making your choice, because there are so many great pieces to choose from. Even the opening hours reflect Dargie Design’s relaxed approach. The shop is open every day except Wednesday, but hours run from 10ish to 5ish, except Sundays, where they open from 1ish to 4ish. That
said, Dargie Design is so welcoming that it’s not unusual to find customers still browsing at 6.30pm. It’s difficult to explain exactly what makes Dargie Design so special. You’ll get the same superb service whether you’re looking for a sofa you’ll love for ever, or just the perfect vase to pull a room together. Dargie really makes furniture shopping a pleasure rather than a chore. That’s why 80% of their business comes from repeat customers who value quality, friendly service and great design. The best way to discover Dargie Design’s outstanding service and superb selection is to visit for yourself. 12 John Street, AB25 1BT Tel: 01224 620069 Dargie Design dargiedesign.co.uk
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ow do you fancy a short break, with Edinburgh right on your doorstep? One lucky Trend reader and their guest will be off to the DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing, which has just opened following a massive £15 million transformation. The hotel sits in ten acres of parkland overlooking pretty North Queensferry. Our winner and a friend will enjoy an overnight stay, dinner in the showstopping new Shore Grill & Fish House and a hearty breakfast. The Shore Grill and Fish House comes from the creators of the award-winning Twenty Princes Street and Juniper cocktail bar in the heart of Edinburgh. The restaurant has an amazing carved wooden ceiling that nods to The Shore’s maritime location and has a jaw-dropping view of the new Queensferry Crossing from the massive picture windows that sweep across the entire frontage. The quality of the view is matched by the menu choices, which include seasonal fish, seafood and steaks from the restaurant’s Josper grill.
With the addition of 64 new rooms, the hotel now features 141 beautiful and spacious guest rooms and suites, with super comfy beds and bathrooms featuring invigorating showers and luxury toiletries. Flat screen TVs, connections for guest media devices, complimentary wireless internet, and tea and coffee making facilities complete the in-room experience. Taking full advantage of the elevated position, many of the rooms afford unrivalled, panoramic views over the Forth and its iconic bridges. Our winners will also have use of a new, air-conditioned gym located on the ground floor. To enter, go to trendmagazine.co.uk and answer this question:
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Mindfulness helps us pay more attention to what is going on in the present moment, becoming more familiar with our internal thoughts, emotions and the external landscape of our daily lives. Research shows that practising mindfulness can greatly reduce stress, help us handle difficult emotions and deal more skilfully with challenge and difficulty. Many people
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Let us be the first to introduce you to BeoSound Shape, now available in our store. Completely reimagining the way we live and interact with sound, BeoSound Shape is a wall-mounted wireless speaker system design-conscious music lovers - delivering immersive sound staging, a customisable design and integrated noise dampers for improved room acoustics.
The individual honeycomb-shaped tiles can be arranged and scaled in virtually endless variations. With a broad range of fabric cover colours, your design can be as bold or discreet as you like. Visit us in-store today for a personal demonstration; we can help design a Shape that matches your needs whether you seek to stand out or blend in.
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Winter foliage WHEN PLANNING A PLANTING SCHEME FOR YOUR GARDEN, THE NATURAL INCLINATION IS TO PLAN FOR SPRING, SUMMER AND AUTUMN, BUT WINTER INTEREST IS SO IMPORTANT, AFTER ALL WE WILL BE LOOKING OUT ONTO THE GARDEN FOR SEVERAL MONTHS OF THE YEAR.
The winter garden is not all about blooms, although you will be surprised by how many plants, shrubs, trees and wall climbers produce flower during these months, it’s more about the importance of texture, shape and colour of leaf or stem. Not only can we create seasonal interest in the garden at this time of year but you can provide your home with your very own floristry supply. With berry, leaf and stem you can make some wonderful arrangements for around the house and with Christmas on its way, creating garlands and swags is easy with the right ingredients.
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FOR FLOWERS Look for Viburnum tinus, Hellebores, Mahonia x media ‘Winter Sun’, Sarcococca hookeriana, Skimmia x confusa, Skimmia Rubella, winter pansies, winter flowering heathers, Hamamelis x intermedia mollis, Viburnum x bodnantense ‘Dawn’ or Daphne bholua. Wall shrubs and climbers: Jasminum nudiflorum (winter jasmine), Clematis urophylla ‘Winter Beauty’, Clematis cirrhosa, Lonicera x purpusii ‘Winter Beauty’, Chaenomeles superba or speciosa.
FOR BERRY INTEREST Shrubs: Gaultheria procumbens, Pyracantha, Cotoneaster wardii and hybridus pendulus as well as hollies. Nandina domestica. Callicarpa bodinieri or Viburnum opulus ‘Xanthocarpum’ Ilex (hollies) x altaclerensis ‘Golden King’ (female) or ‘Silver Queen’ (male). Holly is dioecious - literally meaning two houses. The plant bears either male or female flowers, but not both. Berries are produced by the female plant in the presence of a male plant. In rural areas, local wild holly may provide cross-pollination. Trees : Sorbus aucuparia, vilmorinii or cashmiriana, Euonymus europaeus ‘Red Cascade’, Crataegus persimilis ‘Prunifolia’, Crataegus monogyna
FOR LEAVES Leucothoe fontanesiana ‘Rainbow’ or Leucothoe scarletta and axillaris, Ilex aquifolium, Euphorbia amygdaloides Rubra, Photinia x fraseri ‘Red Robin’, Eucalyptus and Garrya elliptica, dripping wth catkins. The swords of Phormium ‘Yellow Wave’ or ‘Pink Panther’ Heuchera, grasses such as Imperata Cylindrica, Stipa or Molinia, evergreen ferns such as Polystichum or Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’ (black grass), Euonymus fortunei, Fatsia japonica, Pieris and Camelia x williamsii.
FOR STEMS Cornus (dogwoods), bamboos, Leycesteria formosa, Corylus contorta, willows such as Salix alba vitellina Britzensis or Salix gracilistyla ‘Melanostachys’ which has black catkins. And that’s before you get to the bulbs! Nerine lilies, cyclamen, aconites…
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USING APPS TO STAY ON THE FITNESS TRACK
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These initial results - which show what works and what doesn’t - form the basis of the programme, which is updated every four weeks.
Health and fitness is just one industry in which the use of apps is popular. However, with so many options and lots of information available, it can get complicated.
Banks O’ Dee Manager Iain Watson, explains, ‘The beauty of the MyWellness is the flexibility. Members can follow their specially created plan, or free train and track each session manually using QR codes on our machines.
he use of apps is increasing within every aspect of our lives, and with good reason. They add another level of personalisation to our devices and allow us to seek tailored information with one touch.
In the hope of easing this confusion and helping members achieve their fitness goals this year, Banks O’ Dee Gym and Fitness Club has launched an exclusive application for its clients: Mywellness. The data collection process begins with a one to one appointment with a specialist trainer. During the consultation, an aspiration map is used to define health goals and motivations before body fat percentages are measured, and weigh-ins logged. From there, a bespoke workout plan is devised based on personal exercise preferences and eating habits.
‘Users can also book classes through Mywellness, which can be synced to other applications, like Runkeeper and Fitbit. This means that all data can be seen and managed from one place, making those fitness aims more attainable. ‘We’ve already had such positive feedback from members - they feel engaged and want to achieve personal bests, be that upping weights, rowing longer distances, sprinting further or losing weight which is also checked weekly.
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Slovenia is one of those places that deserves to be better known, but which retains its slow-paced charm precisely because it isn’t.
Part of this is down to our hazy grasp of middle European geography. We’re aware that Slovenia is vaguely Balkan, but probably couldn’t locate it on a map. You’ll find it wedged below Austria, to the east of Venice and Trieste, west of Hungary and just above Croatia. As a result, Slovenia is a cultural mash-up of Italy, Germany and a touch of the AustroHungarian, but somehow manages to remain distinctive. It’s got a bit of Adriatic coastline, ski-worthy mountains, a
ton of history, amazingly picturesque towns and villages with names that look like a particularly poor set of scrabble tiles, and a whole lot of forests. It’s also a great spa destination and perfect for those who want to explore the great outdoors. The capital, Ljubljana, is just a two hour flight from the UK, making Slovenia a possibility for a long weekend or longer stay. Easyjet flies out of Stansted or Gatwick, or – if you’re
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looking for an adventure - you could try Ryanair to Trieste, then travel the remaining 60 or so miles by bus or hire car. Alternatively, spend a day or two in Venice, then take the train to Lake Bled or Ljubljana: www.seat61.com has the details. However you get to Slovenia, there’s plenty to see and do when you arrive. Ljubljana offers an appealingly baroque Old Town, complete with castle and the rather theatrical Stolnica Sv. Nikolaja gilded cathedral. Meander alongside the canals or wander through the Tivoli gardens and park. Pick up some lunch, Slovenian honey or local crafts at the market at Vodnik Square. The Museum of Illusions is great for kids or just having your mind bent with everything from puzzles to an anti-gravity room. After dark, Metelkova offers an artistic, edgy nightlife, rather like 1980s Berlin or Copenhagen’s Christiania used to be. If exploring more of the country appeals, Lake Bled is achingly beautiful, if touristy. There are caves, a castle, waterfalls, ravines and mountains to explore, or you can visit the island in the lake where the ancient Slavic goddess of love, Živa’s temple has been replaced by an atmospheric Gothic church.
Maribor, about 80 miles north east of Ljubljana, is the second largest city, about half the size of Aberdeen. The wine region, complete with the world’s oldest vine, sits to one side, with the ski slopes, summer sledging and cycle paths of the Pohorje mountain to the other. The Drava river winds through the centre, with lots of small avenues, restaurants and bars making it an appealing place to get lost. If the coast appeals more, then make for Portaroz or Piran. Portoroz offers a wealth of spa facilities and nature parks. Sečovlje Salina Nature Park has an outdoor spa where you can be caked in salt pan mud, while spotting some of the 270 bird species that visit. Take a stroll and visit some of the nearby Istrian villages, with olive groves, orchards and vineyards. Browse estate agent’s windows, or visit the harbour, watching fishermen mend nets, or women taking vegetables to market. It’s an ideal spot if you need to step away from the frantic pace of life and just chill out. Further down Slovenia’s tiny coastline, Piran sits on a spur jutting into the Adriatic. The pale, red-roofed buildings, winding streets, monastery and galleries seem to have been specifically designed to rekindle romance. Slovenia? S’lovely. There’s a good chance you may not want to come home.
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January can be a bit of a social blank after the chimes of the New Year have passed, so why not celebrate our national bard’s birthday? You’ll find that most towns and villages have a Burns Supper around 25 January.
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obert Burns was born back in 1759 and is regarded as a pioneer of Romantic poetry, often praising the charms of his latest paramour. Burns is surprisingly popular around the world, with the Russians being particular fans, perhaps because of the poet’s affection for a dram and a lovely lassie or two. Stonehaven has a Burns Memorial Garden, you’ll find it, somewhat incongruously, next door to KwikFit. Aberdeen opted for a statue on Union Terrace, which was paid for by public subscription. It was unveiled in 1892 and is the work of Henry Bain Smith. According to Visit Scotland, only Queen Victoria and Christopher Columbus have more non-religious statues dedicated to them. Given that Burns worked as an exciseman rather than discovering new continents or ruling an empire, that’s a pretty impressive legacy! His work has been translated into hundreds of languages, though he has never gained an audience in Japan. Perhaps because the original translation of “Fair fa' your honest, sonsie face, Great chieftain o the puddin'-race!” was rendered as the Japanese equivalent of “Good luck to your honest friendly face, Great King of the sausages”. In addition to being associated with just about every old pub in Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway, Burns also had a family connection to Aberdeenshire. Burns’ father was born near Stonehaven and the family farmed in the Mearns. Several of his ancestors’ graves can be found in the Glenbervie Cemetery. He also visited the city in 1787, but described Aberdeen as, “a lazy town”! He was
also less than complimentary about one of the local worthies, describing him as, “a little decrepit body with some abilities”. One of the largest Burns celebrations takes place at the Beach Ballroom on Friday 26 January and Saturday 27 January, with the £35 per person ticket including the obligatory haggis, neeps and tatties as well as a ceilidh. Most hotels, towns and villages will host Burns Supper events, so check local social media for details. If you can hold out till February, Nae Ordinary Burns Supper at the Beach Ballroom features Fiona Kennedy with special guest artists including award-winning actors, singers and musicians. Entertainers include John Bett, George Drennan, James Muldoon, Ainsley Hamill, Nils Elders, the University of Aberdeen Chapel Choir, conducted by John Frederick Hudson/Paul Mealor with Laura Urquhart, and champion highland dancers. There’s a three course dinner, fabulous entertainment, followed by ceilidh dancing to The Jacobites. Tickets from £85 per person, with tables of 8, 10 or 12 available as well as individual tickets. There will also be charity auctions in aid of VSA, NESMS, the University of Aberdeen Development Trust, FROM Scotland, The Archie Foundation and Birchwood Highland. So, seek out a haggis, grab some friends, recite a few lines and raise a glass to our national poet. As the man himself said, “I found that old Solomon proved it fair, That a big-belly'd bottle's a cure for all care.”
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Aberdeen businessman becomes local charity’s Vice President
Finalists twice over Innocent Aesthetics on Great Western Road have been announced as finalists in not one but two prestigious awards. Firstly The Aesthetic Awards 2017 for best clinic in Scotland and the Evening Express Retailer of The Year Awards for Hair and Beauty. They have also announced that they are Health Improvement Scotland registered, following strict acceptance criteria set out by new rules and regulations for performing injectable, laser, nonsurgical enhancement for face and body rejuvenation.
Prominent businessman Matthew Finnie was officially appointed a Vice President of local social care charity VSA at their 146th annual general meeting in October. Established in 1870, VSA has helped thousands of the most vulnerable people and their families living in communities across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
Today VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages across four core areas: Children and Families; Adult and Community; Education and Learning; and Carers Support. VSA supports a person’s mental, physical and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach services.
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DF Communications, a leading business communications specialist, has been named a winner at a national awards ceremony in London. The Aberdeen-based business scooped the Best Enterprise Unified Communications Solution at the 2017 Comms National Awards at the Hilton Park Lane. DF Communications was also highly commended in another category, Best Enterprise Cloud Solution. Both award entries focused on an offshore project completed for North Star Shipping - part of The Craig Group - which reduced costs and improved communications for the client.
Spirit of Light blazes in Aberdeen Jazz fans will delight in Tommy Smith’s Spirit of Light at St Machar’s cathedral on 16 December. Spirit of Light is a sensational seasonal musical experience full of joy featuring the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, Grammy award winning singer Kurt Elling and Cappella Nova. The programme also includes spoken
word verse including a piece by text as well as a new verse written by Liz Lochhead. Tickets are £25 from aberdeenperformingarts.com, Children’s tickets are free.
The Orthodontic Clinic is all smiles! The team from Aberdeen’s The Orthodontic Clinic attended the Dentistry Scotland Awards 2017 at the Glasgow Marriott Hotel in November. They had been nominated from hundreds of Scottish entries as finalists in two categories of Best Employer and Best Team. They were delighted to hear that their Directors, Dr Lisa Currie and Ivin Tan, were awarded Highly Commended in the Best Employer Award Category.
New digital football platform launched VisitAberdeenshire has launched a new platform to encourage sports fans attending events in the North-east to extend their stay and explore the region. The tourism agency has worked closely with the Scottish Football Association and the Royal Dutch Football Association, as well as Aberdeen Football Club, to facilitate the digital platform which can only be accessed by using a link provided to each of the football groups.
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Head outdoors with the kids for some fun in the snow this winter. Building a snowman in the garden, a full-on snowball fight or sledging down the nearest hill can provide hours of fun. If you’d rather stay on piste, then head for either Glenshee or the Lecht, assuming the roads are open.
Glenshee Ski Centre Glenshee Ski Centre offers 21 lifts and 36 runs at all levels of difficulty, with some of Scotland’s best snow and facilities when the weather conditions are right. There’s a team of fully qualified instructors on hand to get you started or improve your technique. It also offers some amazing snowboarding terrain, from the Dink Dink run for complete beginners to some of the steepest runs and most challenging sculpted terrain in the Cairngorms.
Lecht 2090 Lecht 2090 is based in the heart of Scotland’s largest National Park at the top of the pass between Tomintoul and Strathdon. The Lecht is especially good for beginners and intermediates. There are a total of 12 different lifts, including a three person chairlift and a magic carpet travelator to get young novices going on day one. You book hire equipment and clothing on line, or book lessons at the ski school. Non-skiers can take refuge in the day lodge, which houses a café, bar, ticket office, shop, ski hire and toilets all under one roof.
Aberdeen Snowsports Centre If it turns out to be a mild winter, then the artificial slope at Garthdee’s Aberdeen Snowsports Centre is a great alternative. They offer taster sessions, lessons and camps. You can even drop the kids off and do a little shopping while they hurtle down the hill. Tubing is great fun for youngsters and requires no skill, perfect if you have kids of different ages or abilities.
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Linx Ice Arena If ice skating has more appeal, then the Linx Ice Arena at the beach offers year round facilities. Linx offers learn-to-skate classes for children, and parent and toddler sessions as well as being home to the city’s ice hockey clubs.
winter village ice rink The temporary rink on Broad Street forms the centrepiece of the city’s festive Winter Village from Friday 17 November Sunday 31 December. There’s also a funfair, food and shopping opportunities, so make an afternoon of it.
Huntly Nordic Ski Centre
Huntly Nordic Ski Centre offers the UK’s only purposebuilt all-weather facility for cross-country skiing. The friendly staff provide tuition at all levels from novice to elite and there are facilities for Nordic Skiing, a 30 metre downhill mat for tubing and an 800 metre roller ski track, which kids love. Cross Country Skiing, done on flat ground, is surprisingly painful on the thighs, as adults will discover for a couple of days after a session. If the snow cover is good, the centre has access to high level trails in the Clashindarroch Forest and hires skis by the day. There are regular family roller ski courses priced around £25 per adult and £12.50 for juniors over the age of eight. An hour’s tubing is £8 for adults and £6 for children, with booking advised and there are a selection of one day and weekend courses suitable for all levels over the winter months. Opening times and course details can be found at hnoc.nordicski.co.uk.
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will perform until the bells and the night will end with a spectacular fireworks display. Do you still want more? Well then, why not start 2018 in style? Join us for a much-loved Resort tradition - New Year Brunch, served in our 3 AA rosette-awarded Road Hole Restaurant on the fourth floor. Or, opt for our more relaxed New Year Jazz Brunch at the Duke’s. You’ll be able to dine whilst listening to a live Jazz band and admiring the sprawling views from St Andrews’ ultimate vantage point. We’re offering you the chance to experience the magic of the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa for yourself. Enter our competition for the chance to win our Winter Escape Package. The prize includes a one night stay with dinner, bed and breakfast included. Terms and conditions apply. The stay is available on selected dates in February, March, November and December 2018. The stay is not available on Valentine’s Day, Easter, Christmas or Hogmanay. Exclusion dates are 24 to 26, 31 Dec 2017 & 17 Feb 2018. To enter, go to trendmagazine.co.uk and answer this question:
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Meet Juliet MacLeod of The Cloud Pottery...
‘I WAS BROUGHT UP JUST OVER A MILE FROM THE DORSET COAST. OUR SUMMERS WERE OFTEN SPENT ON THE ISLE OF SKYE, SO THE SEA PLAYS A BIG PART IN MY LIFE AND WORK. After studying at Central St Martins, I worked as a graphic designer in London for over twenty years. My interest in ceramics stems from a combination of an inspiring teacher and discovering Lucie Rie’s work at the V&A Museum in London. When I moved to Aberdeen in 2010, I took a short course in ceramics at Gray’s School of Art and the fuse was lit. ‘It’s always a challenge to balance work and other commitments, especially when you are starting out. Luckily my making time is very much
ruled by school hours, and I try to keep paperwork and social media to evenings after our children are in bed. I also have a very supportive husband. ‘I think interest in ceramics is continually rising. Work by artists like Lucie Rie and Hans Coper demand increasingly higher prices at auction; whilst Grayson Perry, Edmund de Waal, Kate Malone and others have raised the profile of ceramics and pottery through their involvement with television programmes. ‘I’d describe my own work as contemporary wheel-thrown porcelain intended for everyday use. My mark-making and colours are inspired by Scottish seascapes. I’m always sketching and photographing, and spend a few weeks painting in the Outer Isles each year. The results
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of these are the starting point for many of my designs. ‘To make a single pot involves many processes. Firstly, the clay needs to be worked to a smooth consistency, then weighed out and formed into balls ready to throw. Each pot is thrown on the wheel to specific measurements, then set aside for a day to dry slightly so that it possible to pick it up without distortion. At this point the pot is turned upside down and placed back on the wheel to have any excess clay trimmed away, and the foot formed. Another day or so later and the pot will be dry enough to add decoration using a mixture of liquid clay and pigment, called slip. This process can take a number of days to complete. Once fully dry the pot is fired for a first time in an electric kiln to just under
1000˚C. This makes the clay stronger, and ready to glaze. The pot is sanded and washed to remove any dust before being dipped in glaze, then fired for a final time to approximately 1260˚C. ‘My work is inspired by beaches, especially those in the Outer Hebrides, and the east coast. I could list a hundred artists and potters who inspire me, but particular favourites are Maggi Hambling, Cy Twombly, Eric Ravilious, Barbara Hepworth, Wilhemina Barns-Graham, Donald Ferguson, James and Tilla Waters, Barry Stedman, Akiko Hirai and Jack Doherty. ‘I’m hoping to have work at Junction Arts in Aberdeen and Baxters Gallery in Dartmouth spring shows. This time of year is busy with applications for next year’s shows. I do work to
commission, but I tend to have a six month waiting list.
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Saks Union Square CALA Milltimber Grange phase released early best for service Last month the Saks salon in Union Square were delighted to receive an award at the annual Union Square Retailers Award Ceremony. The prestigious hair and beauty outlet won the Health & Beauty Retailers Award 2017 for outstanding service in the salon.
Continued high demand from homebuyers has seen the final phase of four and five bedroom detached luxury homes at a CALA Homes development released ahead of schedule. Milltimber Grange at Oldfold Village has just seven homes remaining after selling 46 homes since the prestigious development launched early last year. Oldfold Village is a flagship 550-home new community which includes future plans for a brand new primary school and provision for £5.5million of community benefits in total for the area.
Make a lunch date
CHAS Christmas appeal Each week in Scotland three children will die from a life-shortening condition, and Christmas is no different. Right now CHAS can only reach one of these children. We are determined to reach them all.
We celebrate our 21st Ladies Lunch on 16 March 2018 at The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa. Start with a glass of fizz followed by a delicious two course lunch with wine, then be inspired by our speaker Penny Mallory who from troubled beginnings became a champion rally driver and TV presenter. Funds will be raised for Action Medical Research for Children.Tickets £40 from Cecilia Cooper on 01236 782820
Aberdeen Amateur Athletic Club launches campaign to expand facilities
Our CHAS at Home team in Aberdeen will bring comfort and joy to families across the North-east this Christmas making sure that no matter how short a child’s life may be, it is filled with happiness and fun. Donate now at chas.org.uk
Sarah takes third in the world Sarah Black, of team Linton and Mac won the regional L’Oreal International Colour Trophy title in April 2017, then went on to win the nationals in London in June. This put her in the prestigious position of representing Great Britain in the World Wide Grand Finale, held in Seville, Spain at the beginning of October. She took third place, against some of the best rising talents in the world, placing her amongst the best in the industry.
Charity dinner thanks community heroes Cash for Kids recently hosted its annual Celebration Dinner to thank those who have helped it raise tens of thousands of pounds over the past year. Among those were Ellon couple Natasha Matthew and Grant Reid. Earlier this year the duo were one of six finalists who collectively raised more than £57,000 in the space of a fortnight for Cash for Kids as part of its Win Your Wedding competition. Natasha and Matthew were the couple who raised the most, over £12,000, which saw them win a luxury wedding at Meldrum Country House Hotel.
Aberdeen Amateur Athletic Club (AAAC) has launched a campaign to raise £60,000 for the expansion of its current facilities within the Chris Anderson Stadium at Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV). The funds will allow the club to construct a 20m2 photo finish and officials’ training room, therefore increasing the accuracy and efficiency of judges and match administration team, as well as taking the city’s athletics facilities to the highest level. The club currently trains almost 400 athletes.
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STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI UNION SQUARE, ABERDEEN See it first. Midnight screening of Star Wars: The Last Jedi at Cineworld Union Square cineworld.co.uk
MUSIC MICHAEL BALL & ALFIE BOE AECC, ABERDEEN Michael Ball and Alfie Boe hit the high notes at the AECC. aecc.co.uk
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SHOW MAGIC SHOW TIVOLI THEATRE, ABERDEEN Garry Seagraves and Basil the rabbit bring their family magic show to the Tivoli Theatre at 2pm. Tickets £13.20 - £15.40 tivolitheatre.com
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SHOW THE NUTCRACKER HMT, ABERDEEN 17 - 20 Enjoy the magic of Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker at HMT. aberdeenperformingarts.com
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CAROL KING MUSICAL HMT, ABERDEEN 23-27 Beautiful:The Carole King Musical is guaranteed to lift your spirits at HMT. aberdeenperformingarts.com
FOOD & DRINK BURNS CEILIDH THE WOODEND BARN, BANCHORY Toast our national Bard and strip the willow at the Barn Arts Centre’s annual Burns Ceilidh COMEDY CRAIG HILL THE LEMON TREE, ABERDEEN Someone’s Gonna Get Kilt! High camp buffoonery from the kilted comedian at the Lemon Tree. aberdeenperformingarts.com
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t’s no secret how a writer’s mind works and I am no different. You want to cast a spell over your reader, using the power of words to convey subtlety, colour, verbal sleight of hand, wit and maybe a bit of wisdom. In short, you want them to be spellbound and appreciate all the tricks of your trade. So far so good but what happens when the tables are turned and you, the writer, are to be bewitched, bothered and bewildered by others wishing to cast a spell on you? I find out in the company of Jeff Burns and Ivor Smith of Fifth Dimension who have been
taking their brand of magic all over the world for a decade and, of course, I do end up agog, bamboozled and spellbound. We meet at Aberdeen’s Malmaison Hotel and repair to a veranda beside a rather chintzy private dining room. At first, the chat centres on what the lads did before taking flight on their own very special magic carpet. Says Jeff, ‘I am actually a trained accountant and worked for oil companies such as Talisman and Agip. I’d been interested in magic and my hero was the magician David Nixon.’
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By contrast, Ivor worked in economic development for Aberdeen City Council long before the recent downturn in the North Sea oil and gas sector, so no prizes for guessing how much the city fathers would love to have him back in post to magic up lots of jobs. Ivor’s wife gave him a magic set one Christmas and he was hooked. The duo are in great demand in a variety of roles from teaching life skills to stressing the importance of safe practices at work and doing close-up magic at dinners and even weddings. ‘Yes, we do lots of weddings and they are great times for us,’ says Ivor, ‘not least because we have a special trick for the bride and bridegroom’. Sounds exciting or is it scary when they make a wedding ring disappear?
Fifth Dimension have performed in exotic locations such as Las Vegas, Hollywood and Thailand and once on the Orient Express when it had an outing in the North-east. However, the lads don’t get carried away and stay firmly grounded performing in and around Aberdeen. They have spent the last two years in between gigs creating a new show called Unbelievable. ‘We plan to take it on tour round the North-east so look out New Pitsligo,’ says Ivor. Inevitably, to end our chat outside before it got a bit chilly, Jeff and Ivor each involved me in card tricks. Suffice to say, they had me stumped by turning up the seven of hearts and the four of diamonds respectively and if I knew how they did it, well, that would be magic.
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10%
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Food and Drink discount at The Craftsman Company
Not in conjunction with any other offer
Treat yourself to 10% off craft beer, artisan food & freshly roasted coffee at The Craftsman Company.
or on any festive afternoon tea.
Not in conjunction with any other offer,
Midmar, Aberdeenshire AB51 7NB,
excludes gifts and off-sales.
3 Whitehall Road, Aberdeen AB25 2PP
2 Guild Street, Aberdeen AB11 6NE
treehouse.co.uk
thecraftsmancompany.com