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the only guide to a modern life in aberdeen

DECEMBER 2010 / JANUARY 2011

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Contents published by Trend Productions Ltd 2 Rubislaw Place Aberdeen AB10 1XN Tel: +44 (0) 1224 631141 Fax: +44 (0) 1224 622280 info@trendmagazine.co.uk www.trendmagazine.co.uk Director Gill Buyers - gill@trendmagazine.co.uk Editor Alison Daniels - alison@trendmagazine.co.uk Advertising & Distribution Gill Buyers - gill@trendmagazine.co.uk Finance & administration Jill Walker - jwalker@trendmagazine.co.uk Business development Leigh Mathieson - leigh@trendmagazine.co.uk EVENTS Lynn Batham - lynn@trendmagazine.co.uk Design & Production EQ Design Limited www.eqdesign.co.uk Print CCB Limited All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Prices are correct at time of going to press but may be subject to change. Trend cannot be responsible for unsolicited material. The views and opinions by contributors in the magazine may not represent the views of the publisher. Trend magazine takes no responsibility for claims made by advertisers in this publication.

18 FASHION 8 Style Hunter 15 Win designer shoes from Bellino 18 Fashion Rocks! 25 Win a champagne shopping experience worth £500 from Cruise 43 Trend goes to London Fashion Week 60 Cosy up with Cari Health and Beauty 12 Smooth as silk, Eclipse offer Brazilian shine 66 Trend loves...little luxuries Food and Drink 28 Restaurant reviews 32 Meet Philip McErlaine, Head Chef at Sinclair’s Bistro 49 Trend loves...The King of the Malts

58 Features 51 Vroom: the new Range Rover Evoque 55 If you go down to the woods today 57 Win a £150 SIA voucher from Treehouse Interiors 62 Find out about the exclusive Trend VIP card and our latest events 69 Centre of attraction: Provost Skene’s House 70 Reader’s letters 72 Take me, take me, take me 86 Last word...Peter Mitchell meets Vicountess Petersham Art, Culture and Society 59 Meet art consultant Sally Moir 76 The Trend What’s on guide

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Editor’s welcome Despite being next to each other in the calendar, December and January couldn’t be more different. The first is a mad whirl of shopping, preparing for guests, eating too many mince pies, tracking down the perfect party dress, trying to walk through slush in unsuitable shoes and

wondering why you seem to have ended up with a bigger pile of crushed up wrapping paper than presents this year. January is all about wondering if you’ll ever be finished hoovering up glitter and pine needles, regretting the size of our credit card bills and making resolutions that we’ll have broken before February is out. As usual, we’re here to help you make the most of the season and the opportunities the new year presents.

The Milton Marquee is about to be moved to our next venture, Raemoir House Hotel which sits in a secluded 11 acres of beautiful parkland yet holds fantastic views over the surrounding countryside. A long overdue refurbishment has started to restore its former glory as one of he best Country House Hotels in Aberdeenshire. The AA rosetted Milton Restaurant continues to offer one of the best dining venues on Deeside, with anything from a quick Coffee in the Conservatory to a more grand dining experience in the restaurant. Both venues are available for private use - call Carolyn or Jan on 01330 824884 who will be able to tell you more about what we can now offer.

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Whether you’re looking for a new look for your Christmas party, cool ideas for presents, or fancy getting away for a few days, it’s all here. We’ve got the tastiest food, great ideas for what to do with the family, the latest way of getting sleek and shiny hair, brilliant new music, fast cars and the ultimate girlie weekend up for grabs. It might be dark outside, but things are always brighter with Trend! Have a great time, Alison

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Contributors Courtney O' Grady Courtney originally studied marketing and accountancy in her native Texas. She moved to Aberdeen thirteen years ago, where she has worked in finance, marketing, web design and was responsible for writing and producing a series of educational videos for babies. Now working as a freelance writer, she lives at the foot of Bennachie with her husband and three children.

Kate Gray For the past several years, Kate has combined studying in Glasgow with travel. Fascinated by new places and people, she hopes to use her love of writing, travel and photography to pursue a career in journalism.

Tiger Photography Deborah and Diane met whilst studying photography at Grays school of Art. With a blossoming friendship and a mutual admiration for each others' work, 'Tiger' was born. They are a creative duo with great ideas, a warm, approachable and friendly manner, and a healthy professional work ethic. They love their work and this transcends into both their subjects and their finished images. www.tiger-photography.co.uk

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Cover Model: Christie Eardley Photography: Tiger Photography Cover look: Rae Mathieson Hair: Leah Dargie of Biyoni Bucksburn Stylists: Charlotte Stroud and Alison Keith Christie's cover look was created using a collection of MAC products.

Face: Prep & Prime skin, Studio Sculpt Foundation NW30, Studio Sculpt concealer NW25, Bronzer in Golden Bronze and Mineralize blush in Utterly Game Eyes: MAC creamcolor base in Pearl was used as a base all over the lids and the following eye shadows blended on top to create a rainbow of shimmering colour; Shimmermoss, Electric eel, Stars nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rockets and White Frost. Black pencil Smoulder was used along with MAC #2 lashes and Pro Lash Mascara to intensify the look. Lips: Were gilded in pink with a gold fleck using Like Venus Dazzleglass gloss. E: rae@raemathieson.com www.raemathieson.com

Other contributers in this issue Newsline Scotland, David Nicholson, Leigh Mathieson, Alison Shaw, Elly Rothnie, Peter Mitchell, David Gillanders, Stylists Alison Keith and Charlotte Stroud, Carol Brown - www.wineuncorkededucation.co.uk

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Cosmetic Surgery Kirkwood Fyfe has a range of treatments available for both women and men. If you want to freshen your look then a facial peel or microdermabrasion could achieve this but for a longer term solution, injectable treatments will smooth out your lines and wrinkles or add volume to your face. Our practitioners are skilled in achieving a natural effect. If you suffer from acne or reddening of the skin then Laser Skin Improvement will help this immensely. Laser Hair Removal is ideal for permanent hair removal and our patients find this procedure painless. Other Laser treatments include Laser Tattoo Removal and Laser Vein Treatment. Laser Liposuction is proving popular with people who are close to their ideal weight but have stubborn areas of fat that won’t move with exercise or healthy eating. Eye Bag Removal is another procedure that can freshen your look. Heavy bags under your eyes or droopy eyelids can be corrected by our consultant plastic surgeon. We have various other procedures available. Please call in or phone us for a brochure with all our treatments.

Are you thinking about having Laser Eye Surgery? Here are some of the reasons why our patients chose Kirkwood Fyfe for their Laser Eye Surgery procedure "Reputation" (IW - 14/09/10) "Because Kirkwood Fyfe's the best and has the name" (AR - 26/07/10) "More personal than other places. Happier with aftercare prospects" (SS - 29/03/10) "Heard of good standards and friendly, helpful staff" (SD - 22/02/10) "Reputation and Professionalism - not pushy" (VK - 20/02/10) "Recommended by an Optician" (MY 3/08/09) "Reputation and very good reviews from previous patients" ( C 21/02/09) "Family member recommended the clinic because of the care they gave after the procedure" (ER – 26/11/08) "I have been a patient for 8 years and felt that I could trust them" (ML – 15/09/08) "Patience of staff answering questions before procedure, aftercare available, lots of information given" (CE – 30/08/08) "Personal Recommendations - felt comfortable with all that was explained at initial appointment" (VS – 22/07/08) "Local, Staff willing to discuss without pressure to have procedure" (PO – 22/01/08) "Felt confident and reassured at the pre-screening" (KH – 17/01/08) "Quality of patient care and after-care – The fact that it’s a ‘family’ business rather than a chain. Very honest and open with the risks and results" (AL – 4/01/08) "Reputation. Long established company. First impression – Good gut feeling" (D – 13/12/07) "Heard very good reports about it" (KT – 22/11/07) "Local clinic / ot a chain. Professionalism of staff. Good reputation" (GD – 7/11/07) "Historically excellent standard of service – Reputation and local" (MT – 1/10/07) "Wanted to be safe. Top marks for everything" (JH – 17/07/07) If you are wearing glasses or contact lenses and are interested in Laser Eye Surgery then call us on Aberdeen 643999 to book a pre-operative assessment. This assessment takes one hour. Most people are suitable for Laser Eye Surgery but there are some who may benefit from other types of vision correction such as Cataract Surgery, Implantable Contact Lenses or Refractive Lens Exchange. All these options can be discussed at the pre-operative assessment. If it is established that you are unsuitable for any of these procedures then you will not be charged for the pre-operative assessment. We also perform eye examinations, are specialised in contact lens fitting and hold a varied range of spectacle frames.

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Leanne Kilian, 44, Teacher

Karen Milne, 22, Radiographer

Karen Smith, 58, House Wife

Carrie Adam, 21, Project Engineer

What is your favourite film and why? 'Out of Africa' because I love Meryl Streep and I am from South Africa.

What is your perfect winter accessory? A big cosy coat and some leather gloves.

Where is your favourite winter shopping destination? I absolutely love Malaga.

What do you want to find in your stocking this Christmas? I really want to get a digital photo album.

Boots: Kurt Geiger Bag: Ollie & Nik Coat: Miss Selfridge Scarf: Oasis Jeans: New Look

Jacket: House of Fraser Bag: Debenhams Scarf: Malaga Top: Gerry Webber Skirt: Marks & Spencer

Jacket: Whistles Jeans: Debenhams Boots: John Lewis Shirt: Debenhams

Jacket: New Look Shirt: Primark Skirt: Primark Shoes: New Look Bag: Ebay

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Male BeautyNo Sweat It’s a man’s world in the beauty business now for Aberdeen aesthetics expert, Jan Leiper. More and more of the male species, no longer shy about improving their looks, are calling on her unique expertise to reduce crow’s feet and frown lines and keep them cool under pressure. From tradesmen to businessmen and sportsmen, they’re queuing up at her Innocent Aesthetics clinics for injectable facial line softening using Botox. Jan, a nurse prescriber, offers a range of skin and body rejuvenation treatments, including scar rejuvenation using Dermal roller, and has male clients of all ages, some in their 20s.

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“Botox is particularly popular with them and hyperhidrosis treatment, using Botox to reduce perspiration in the sweat glands, is amazing,” she says. “It’s great for highpressure events like business presentations, when you need to stay cool and calm. We adhere strictly to patient confidentiality and respect the highest standards of client privacy, so their secret is safe with us.” Contact Jan on 0773 488 9652 www.innocentaesthetics.co.uk facebook - innocent aesthetics ltd

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BEOX from Eclipse

> words by ALISON DANIELS

the all gain, no pain Brazilian

There are words my mother thinks I don’t know. Most of them were unleashed when I got an e-mail containing the words “Alison will have a Brazilian”. On closer reading, I discovered that the Brazilian in question was Eclipse Hair Design’s special keratin treatment, BEOX, the secret to silky smooth locks. If I’m having a bad hair day, I look like one of those little plastic troll dolls, so when Eclipse promised that I could have sleek, manageable and shiny hair for up to four months with little effort on my part, I headed straight for Torphins. Eclipse is the first salon in the city and shire to offer the BEOX process, which strengthens and conditions the hair by locking into the hair’s own keratin and sealing the cuticle. The process is simple, but very labour intensive. After the hair is washed and dried, Eclipse stylists Karen and Tracie take small sections of hair and massage in the BEOX cream. After 15 minutes processing time, they blow dry and straighten the hair, again in tiny little sections. It takes around two to four hours. Most treatments of this type involve a 48 hour period where you can’t wash your hair, tie it back, tuck it behind your ears or get it wet. This would drive me insane, so it’s fortunate that the BEOX process requires just 24 hours before stage two begins and you can return to the salon for a wash and blow dry to finish the styling or do it yourself using recommended styling products. BEOX works best on medium to long hair, with prices from £120 upwards. So, does it work? Yes, yes, yes. See for yourself. I haven’t had a single troll hair day so far!

Eclipse Hair Design 14 Craigour Road Torphins AB31 4HE T: 013398 89089

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Bellino’s new owners, Jacqui and Lisa, have kept the customer’s favourites and expanded the selection of footwear for every occasion. The new designs will appeal to women of all ages, whether you need something for work, for leisure or something more glamourous. Check out the brilliant boots and bags from Abro, evening shoes and bags from Renata, Bulaggi bags, as well as ranges from Magrit, K&S, Cara, Zandra Rhodes and C-Doux. You can even pick up one-off finishing touches from CeCe Design’s jewellery range, which is hand-made by a local designer. If you’re in need of something cosy to get you through the winter, then Bellino offer the biggest selection of Uggs in town and even stock matching gloves, bags and hats, so you can glow from head to toe.

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Bellino’s better than ever Shoe lovers of Aberdeen, rejoice. One of the best shoe shops in town has been completely refurbished and features some fantastic new ranges that may leave you drooling with desire.

There are more exciting brands coming to Bellino in February 2011, including Tommy Hilfiger and Magrit’s couture shoe service, and Bellino will also be stocking Tommy Hilfiger and Ugg Australia for little ladies from age 5 and upwards, who love beautiful shoes. So, whether you’re five or sixty five, if you love your shoes, then you’ll love the new look Bellino. Bellino are offering one lucky Trend reader the chance to waltz off with a pair of Davina shoes from Zandra Rhodes’ new range by Strutt Couture, worth £170. Just send us an e-mail with BELLINO in the subject box to: info@trendmagazine.co.uk Bellino 17 Thistle Street, Aberdeen T: 01224 648130

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Whether you are looking for an outfit with the wow factor for the forthcoming party season or want a new look for winter, make time to visit Image Fashions and Image Shoes. With coats, day outfits, party dresses and evening gowns from international designers available at Image Fashions and cutting edge shoes, boots and handbags at Image Shoes both shops provide a destination for all your wardrobe needs.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Image Fashions Winter Sale Starts Sat 27th Nov Banchory Christmas Shopping Afternoon Sun 5th Dec Image Shoes Christmas Shopping Evening Thurs 9th Dec Image Shoes Sale Starts Tues 28th Dec

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In a previous life Fiona McGrath could easily have been a 1920’s flapper girl - all beaded fringing and Marcel waves. > words by ALISON SHAW

Glamour Girls She would have been just as happy as a 1930’s starlet, swanning around in bias cut satin, a fur stole slung over her shoulder, for she adores old-fashioned glamour and is now on a mission to bring it back to women’s wardrobes – with a 21st century edge. Her Cults boutique, Papillon, is oozing with modern classics with a hint of retro and the accessories to match – elegant black with a bit of bling, beautiful beaded and pearl collars, satin peep toes in jewel colours, or 60’s monochrome inspired by Quant. “People don’t wear hats and gloves like they used to, but I just love that era when people got dressed up and women looked as if they’d made a real effort,” explained Fiona.

“We’ve become really casual but there’s no reason you can’t dress beautifully for any occasion – why do you have to wear an ancient fleece and trainers to walk the dog?” It may be cold outside, she says, but it’s no excuse and clever layering can work wonders, from pretty thermal undies to a gorgeous gilet and sequinned leggings under a stylish coat, great boots and snood. Top it off with Jackie O sunglasses and channel your inner movie siren. Just cosy faux fur cuffs and a lace-lined fur collar, strewn with ivory pearls, can lift a plain jacket from drab to fab. Fiona and team – managers Susan Gibb and Mary Robertson – are your personal

stylists and new best friends rolled into one, instinctively choosing your perfect new pieces from ranges including Ronen Chen, Betty Barclay, Joseph Ribkoff and Italian label Moovy, plus new addition, Angel Alarcon shoes and bags, insisting: “We’re determined to celebrate feminine glamour again.” Papillon 373 North Deeside Road Cults, Aberdeen T: 01224 868808 E: info@papillonboutique.co.uk www.papillonboutique.co.uk 17

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[LH] Nocturnal Sequin Dress – French Connection, £160.00 Lola Rose – Midnight Blue Necklace, £49.00 [RH] Disc Sequin Skirt (Worn as Dress) – Phase 8, £120.00 Millie Hook and Eye Leather Jacket – Whistles, £275.00 Silver and Blue Statement Necklace – John Lewis Women, £11.00 Bracelet – John Lewis Women, £45.00

High Shine Blue Cowl Dress – Ted Baker, £99.00 Silver Necklace – John Lewis Women, £22.00 Eleanor Orange Suede Courts – KG by Kurt Geiger, £140.00 Orange Tote – DKNY, £150.00 Inserts: Hott Black Leather Shoe Boot – KG by Kurt Geiger, £180.00 Leather jacket and necklace as before

Button Front shirt Dress, Halston Heritage, Cruise ÂŁ320.00

Silk sleeveless v-neck blouse, Hugo Boss, Cruise £155.00 / Metallic Combo mini skirt, Milly, Cruise £290.00 / Bag, Jamie Mascaro, Fenner & Coburn £85.99 Crystal mix double strand necklace, Otazu, Cruise £275.00 / Crystal mix double strand bracelet, Otazu, Cruise £165.00 Shearling 115HH Zip ankle boot, Jimmy Choo, Cruise £795.00

Our thanks to: Our model: Christie Eardley. Make up: Rae Mathieson. Hair: Leah Dargie of Biyoni Bucksburn. Stylists: Alison Keith and Charlotte Stroud Photography: Tiger Photography, The Band: Tijuana Sun, The Lemon Tree, John Lewis Aberdeen for all clothing, footwear and accessories

Our thanks to: [LH] Anika Flying Jacket – Whistles, £325.00 Our model: Laura Wallace Black Gloves – John Lewis Women, £16.50 Make up: Fiona Smith Chain Suspender Tights – House of Holland by Pretty Polly, £15.00 nails: Preen Beauty Apex Pony Courts – Carvella,Minx £140.00

Hair: Leah Dargie of Biyoni Bucksburn

[RH] Sequin Top – Planet, £79.00 Stylists: Charlotte Stroud Faux Fur Jacket – Oasis, £85.00 and Alison Keith Black Suede Leggings – Mint Velvet, £39.00 Photography: Laura Thomson Gold and Black Bracelet – John Lewis Women, £15.00 Kitty Black Suede Shoe – KGGlen by Kurt Geiger,Distillery, £170.00 Oldmeldrum Garioch

Our Stockists: Cruise, Hugo Boss and Fenner & Coburn.

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With a new season, packed full of exciting new trends only just around the corner, luxury fashion retailer Cruise is offering one lucky reader the opportunity to win a £500 Champagne shopping experience in store, with the expertise of a personal stylist to assist in finding the perfect outfit for an effortlessly stylish New Year. Discover 2011’s new silhouettes, must have colours and essential wardrobe buys from a host of international designers including Christian Louboutin, Diane Von Furstenberg and Hugo Boss. From the season’s vibrant colour palette to crisp white cotton and the finest cashmere designed exclusively for Cruise, you’ll be guided through the new season trends and most importantly receive expert advice on how to edit the key looks to complement your own individual style. CRUISE. 245 Union Street. Aberdeen www.cruisefashion.co.uk For your chance to win answer the following question: Which street is Cruise located on in Aberdeen? Send your answer with CRUISE in the subject box (include your name, address, contact number and where you picked up your copy of Trend) to: info@trendmagazine.co.uk. Please state if you do not wish Cruise to contact you with news or offers. Cruise will not pass on your details to a third party. Competition Terms & Conditions. There is one prize of £500 to spend at Cruise, redeemable against full priced merchandise only. The prize is non transferrable, cannot be exchanged for cash and must be redeemed in one transaction during a pre-booked personal shopping experience before 30th March 2011. The shopping experience is subject to available appointment times and will include a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival. No change will be given.

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Broadstraik’s The Business For over 100 years the Broadstraik Inn has been everything a country pub should be – the friendly hub of the community, a place to gather, gossip, eat and celebrate. Today it’s all that and a little bit more. More and more firms are using the Broadstraik for conferences, seminars, training days and meetings. The historic inn is ideally situated in Elrick, by Westhill and just a few miles from Aberdeen.

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From breakfast meetings, to private dining for clients, staff functions or confidential committees, the expert Broadstraik team, headed by general manager Lesley Hardie, provide a first-class service, tailored to meet corporate requirements.

“Our delegate packages are totally flexible - we can do anything from half-day to all-day room rental, providing projector and screen, plus a range of food options including full Scottish breakfast, two-course lunch or buffet selection, using local, seasonal produce”, Lesley explains. “Both our suites have private entrances and can be used individually or together, with one providing a linked break-out area. After the work is done you can relax in the bar or lounge. Whatever the occasion, we guarantee it’ll be the business.” The Broadstraik Inn, Elrick, Westhill T: 01224 743217 E: enquiries@broadstraikinn.co.uk www.broadstraikinn.co.uk

Its Tea Day Every Day! For your recommended daily intake visit: Rosie Thistle's Tea Room You are invited to enjoy tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cakes, light lunches and afternoon tea. Book a birthday party or a special occasion. Ideal venue for networking. Take out available too!

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Lairhillock Lodge offers a home from home > words by ALISON DANIELS

It’s not often that business travellers get four star accommodation and service at two star prices, but that’s exactly what the newly opened Lairhillock Lodge at Netherley offers weary travellers. The lodge is ideally located for business travellers visiting the industrial estates in Tullos, Altens, Portlethen and Stonehaven, while tourists benefit from being close to the coast, Deeside and the mountains. The spacious rooms are decorated in a tasteful palette of charcoal greys and neutrals and each has a large ensuite shower room, with plenty of fluffy towels and covetable toiletries. Typically, owners Jenny and Neil have thought of every comfort, with the rooms featuring dimmable lighting, irons, tea and coffee facilities, wi-fi and, unlike most hotels, hairdryers with sufficient drying power. “We see it as an entirely new take on Bed and Breakfast,” explained Jenny. “People can have all their home comforts, enjoy a nice meal out, get a great night’s sleep and have a wonderful cooked breakfast to set them up for the day.” From the personal welcome, through to the work the family’s children are doing on putting together information on local attractions, everything is outstandingly well done.

Who says you shouldn’t mix business with pleasure? Lairhillock Lodge Netherley AB39 3QS T: 01569 731866 E: info@lairhillocklodge.co.uk www.lairhillocklodge.co.uk

Breakfast comes in the form of an extensive buffet offering traditional Scottish cooked options or a lighter approach with yogurts, cereal and fruit; better yet, it’s included in the room price. When it comes to other meals, most guests will take advantage of the renowned Lairhillock Inn which is located right next door, or venture out to restaurants in Stonehaven or Aberdeen. Although the Lairhillock Inn is separately owned, the two businesses have already established a very neighbourly relationship, with the Lodge’s facilities complimenting the Inn’s conference, wedding and function business by providing a great place to stay right next door. 27

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> LUNCH REVIEW BY CAROL BROWN DINNER REVIEW BY LEIGH MATHIESON

Kildrummy Castle Sunshine, showers and the ever-changing colours of Aberdeenshire in autumn made for a scenic 45 minute drive to the grand Kildrummy Castle Country House Hotel just in time for Sunday lunch. Aperifs and canapés are served in the oak- panelled bar overlooking the ruins of the nearby 13th century Kildrummy Castle . There’s a good selection of champagne and other cocktails. I chose a Portonic – white port served over ice and topped up with tonic water. The 4-course Sunday lunch menu at £28 per head offers a varied selection throughout.

I began with 4 expertly seared scallops, deliciously sweet and served with a moreish garlic, cream and brandy sauce, and stole a taste of grilled asparagus wrapped in Parma ham with a buttery tarragon sauce. The soup course gave a choice of Scotch broth or game consommé. It’s a long time since I’ve seen consommé on a menu and it didn’t disappoint. For the main event, I enjoyed a juicy, plump grilled duck breast served with an aromatic compote-like berry, orange and cinnamon sauce whilst my partner got stuck into a generous creamy beef stroganoff, and my son a chicken breast stuffed with haggis, wrapped in bacon and served with a turnip cream.

Desserts were spot on - an apple, raisin and cinnamon crumble, a decadent chocolate fondant and a rich, crispy caramel topped crème brulee. Lunch time entertainment was provided on the lawn by abundant bird life and acrobatic red squirrels vying for pole position on the bird feeder. After lunch, we settled into the comfy sofas in the relaxing drawing room for coffee and petit-fours. This is how Sunday lunch should be – unhurried, with good food , friendly and attentive service in stunning surroundings – what more do you need? Kildrummy Castle Hotel, Kildrummy, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8RA T: 0197 55711288

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The Courtyard Just like its sister restaurant, La Stella, The Courtyard is tucked away on a quaint, cobbled lane giving it character and a somewhat Continental feel. As soon as we entered the doors of The Courtyard we were greeted with a warm welcome from restaurant manager James, who took our coats and showed us to our seats. I was pleasantly surprised to see that they have Blue Moon beer on tap, which was my favourite drink while living in the US. However, on this occasion both my mum and I opted for a glass of the house Sauvignon Blanc. The Creations menu at The Courtyard is a carefully crafted menu which changes

regularly to offer the finest produce of each season. After taking one look at it I knew it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to be easy to make a decision with so many great choices. After placing our order we were served a delicious amuse-bouche of haggis bon bon with a whiskey mayonnaise to tempt our taste buds. To start I chose the duck on toast, a full flavoured mix of confit duck leg and Scottish wild mushrooms on toast alongside a delicate radicchio salad and a perfectly poached duck egg. Mum opted for the large pot of mussels cooked in a creamy garlic sauce with pancetta and pear cider, giving it a perfect sweet and salty balance. To follow we were presented with a strawberry lime sorbet to cleanse our palettes for the main course. My choice for main came from the daily fish specials, a tender tuna steak marinated in lime, orange and tequila on a bed of ribbon

vegetables, topped with two light and crisp crab and ginger spring rolls served with a side of golden couscous and drizzled with a sweetcorn and chilli relish. Mum went for a classic dish with a modern twist, the posh scampi, which were meaty pieces of crispy bread crumbed monkfish served with a stack of freshly fried chips and a tart and tangy homemade tartar sauce. Unfortunately neither of us could manage dessert but it only gives us another reason to return as well as the changing menu and perhaps for a glass of cool, refreshing Blue Moon beer. The Courtyard Restaurant 1 Alford Lane Aberdeen T: 01224 589109 www.thecourtyardaberdeen.co.uk

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Tell us a bit about how you got started as a chef, and how you came to be in your present role? I was in retail management and quite unhappy. A French chef friend opened his Bistro in Paris and I gave up things to help him get started. After working in Paris I decided I wanted to learn to cook seriously. On returning to the UK I approached John Webber at Kinnaird in Perthshire - he took me on as a commis and the rest is history, as they say.

Phillip McErlain Head chef at Sinclairs Bistro

I met Ian Sinclair over a year ago and we both agreed that Inverurie missed a really good restaurant. We are trying to do something a bit different. It’s been a low key approach with minimum advertising and mostly people are learning about us by word of mouth, and it’s going really well. What’s the best thing about your job? And the worst? The best part of the job is walking into a clean kitchen early in the morning and having the freedom to be creative. The worst part is being so busy that you don’t get time to be creative. What’s your signature dish? I am happy to say I don’t have one. I am always frightened of being labelled and put in a box. I’ve worked abroad as a chef for many years and my journey with food is all about authenticity. Going to a country, learning how they do it and bringing it back. I don’t really do “with twist” or signature. How do you relax when you’re out of the kitchen? Easy, I have a five-year-old son and we have a lot of fun when I am not in the kitchen. At the moment it’s autumn, so it’s off to the forest. My wife Ingrida, is an expert mushroom and berry picker.

If you could invite anyone in the world, from anytime real or fictional, who would you invite to dinner? A good dinner party would have to include Grace Jones, Bridget Bardot, Oriana Fallaci, Bill Hicks, Joe Strummer and me. That would be fun. What three ingredients would you take to a desert island? A block of Parmesan cheese, a bunch of lemons and two kilos of garlic. Which chef do you most admire and why? My favourite chef is Dario Cecchini. He is actually a butcher from Tuscany who makes beautiful things with pigs and cows. He is also a poet and general genius.

Recipe Recently I started making peanut butter ice cream to go with my spiced doughnuts, and saffron crème brulee. People are crazy for it. You don’t need an ice cream machine, so anyone can do it if you have a Kenwood or Kitchen aid. You can also use this recipe as a basic vanilla ice cream if you omit the peanut butter. My five-year-old son likes to eat these with homemade choc chip cookies.

Peanut Butter ice cream Ingredients: 250g egg yolks 200g caster sugar 1 vanilla pod scraped or a teaspoon of essence 750ml double cream 400g crunchy peanut butter (Skippy is best) 1. Whisk egg yolks, sugar and vanilla until really thick: about 5 minutes, high speed. 2. Scrape with spatula into mixing bowl. 3. Return mixing bowl, pour in cream and whisk until just thick. Don’t overdo it as it will make the ice cream hard. 4. Fold very gently some peanut butter into the egg yolk mix, then a third of the cream. Repeat the process until everything is gently folded together. 5. Pour into your preferred container and freeze. I sometimes add a good shot of Baileys at stage four. It’s a great combination.

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The Trend Awards don’t feature a category for the biggest, most comfortable hotel beds in Aberdeen, but if we did then the new suites at the Bauhaus would be a shoo-in. Each of the suites is individually designed to take advantage of the layout of the building, with some suites featuring double walk-in showers, giant flat screen TVs and iPod docking stations. The Bauhaus’s central location makes it a great base for the business or leisure traveller, with car parking available at Strawberry Bank Parade and the city’s night life on the doorstep. Many visitors prefer to stay in and enjoy a great meal at Grant’s restaurant followed by a nightcap or two in the stylish lobby bar. Some never feel the need to leave the cocoon of their rooms and opt for the freshly prepared room service menu. You don’t need to stay over to enjoy the Bauhaus experience. The hotel also offers a conference suite which features a state of the art projector and automated screens, whiteboards, flipcharts and really comfy chairs. It seats up to sixty people theatre- style or twenty five in a horse-shoe formation. There’s even an open plan kitchen area where delegates can enjoy teas, coffees, water and soft drinks as well as specially designed menu options from fresh morning pastries to more substantial buffet lunches. The facilities are competitively priced, meaning you get a lot for your money and the standard of facilities will mean your delegates are happy throughout the day. So whether you opt to hold a business event, put up staff in a comfortable and central location, or decide to check in for a luxurious weekend break, the staff at the Bauhaus will look after you impeccably. At Bauhaus, life is suite.. 42-60 Langstane Place Aberdeen T: 01224 212122 E: info@the bauhaus.co.uk www.thebauhaus.co.uk

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A unique west end dining experience

21st Century Cocktalia...

The “Gingerbread Manhattan” is full of festive flavours and aromas, making this an ideal winter warmer cocktail.

New Lunch menu available

Gingerbread Manhattan: 37.5ml Woodford Reserve Bourbon, 12.5ml Drambuie, 12.5ml Maraschino Liqueur, 12.5ml Monin Gingerbread Syrup.

The Courtyard has two dining areas - the downstairs area holding around 50 people and the private dining area up stairs which can seat up to around 30.

Add all the ingredients into a large mixing glass or pint glass filled with ice and stir vigorously until the ice melts to such a point that the ice and liquid reach the same level in the glass. Strain the liquid into a martini glass and garnish with a cherry. Settle back and enjoy.

We also have a soft seating area downstairs - the perfect place for meeting friends and enjoying a glass of bubbles, a cocktail or some nibbles.

To celebrate winning the Scottish Licensing Trade News “Style Bar of the Year 2010” Award and also being Highly Commended for the 2nd year running in the “Spirit Bar of the Year” Category Dusk are giving away a Drambuie cocktail kit with a mixology lesson for 4 people at Dusk. For your chance to win answer the following question with DUSK in the subject box (include your name, address, contact number and where you picked up your copy of Trend) to: info@trendmagazine. co.uk . Please state if you do not wish Dusk to contact you with news or offers. Dusk will not pass on your details to a third party. Which award did Dusk win this year? www.duskbegins.co.uk As the day ends.....Dusk begins.

T : 01224 594430

Offering a well researched Seasonal Creations menu and extensive daily fish specials.

The Courtyard offers the unique west end dining experience.

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Friday 21st January 2011 | 7.30pm @ The Forum, Aberdeen Fizz and canapes on arrival. Runway show and live mucis. + Fantastic raffle prizes and an auction of charity shop outfits! All profits will be donated to Cancer Research

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Naked ambition feature

Rarely do you meet people as passionate about coffee as Alex Jackson of the Naked Bean. Costa, Starbucks, Cafe Nero, the Naked Bean... If Alex has his way his brand will one day be on the lips of the most discerning coffee drinker. Although this enthusiasm hasn’t always been the case: “I used to take my coffee white with two sugars, not really giving much thought to the taste of individual blends,” reflects Alex.

Such is Alex’s obsession for the perfect cup of coffee he even provides clients with training from one of the UK’s top barrister judges. “A bad product will always give a bad result; however, a good product still needs to be made well to achieve its full potential.” It will therefore be of no surprise that when it comes to the Naked Leaf Alex is equally pedantic, and has snubbed the teabag in favour of fresh tea leaves, believing traditional teabags are full of little more than tea dust. “The comparison is like night and day,” he says.

“It wasn’t until I was made a coffee using freshly roasted and ground beans that I became hooked. I was totally blown away.”

With the ‘Naked Cocoa’ under development, the future of the Naked Bean is certainly sweet.

Now Alex, who used to sell coffee for Mars, has his own coffee and tea brands – the Naked Bean and the Naked Leaf and supplies his unique blend of beans and leaves from his Aberdeenshire base.

So what’s next? “I’d love to travel the world sourcing my own tea leaves and coffee beans,” smiles Alex, “but for now I am happy in the knowledge that my brand is at the very top of its league.”

To sample the Naked Bean, visit No1, Touched by Scotland, Glenfiddich Distillery, Richmond Deli.

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Just What the House Doctor Ordered

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With the festivities in full swing and the bleak midwinter still to endure, the traditional house sale season seems a long way off, but it’s never too soon to start thinking ahead according to residential sales specialists, Simpson and Marwick. Getting your property prepared in advance of marketing is half the battle. They can help you get your house in order, so once you have dusted down the decorations, tossed out the tree and swept up the last of the needles, it’s an ideal time to get some expert advice. Calling in the Simpson and Marwick valuation team of Fiona Gormley, Brenda Smith and Rona Middler should be your first step. With over 60 years’ experience between them, they provide a free, no obligation valuation and follow up their visit with a full marketing report, including an objective overview and an all-inclusive breakdown of fees. During their visit they will offer House Doctor advice so that you can help showcase your property at its best. Simpson and Marwick, who won property team of the year in the 2010 Legal Awards, could even save you money, as property partner Dave Geddie explains: “People are often undecided as to whether they should undertake capital improvements before selling. With our extensive property experience we can advise if any proposed changes are going to be cost effective. Many clients have used this service over the quieter winter months to ensure they can open the door on opportunity with confidence when they’re ready to sell.” Simpson and Marwick Property 4 Alford Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YD T: 01224 622622 F: 01224 646133 E: david.geddie@simpmar.com 39

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Prego’s chefs cleverly vary what’s on offer throughout the day to match the culinary cravings of the clientele, with take away options being made and presented to the same high standards enjoyed by customers in Prego’s bistro and coffee shop next door.

> words by ALISON DANIELS

Prego 33 - 35 Fountainhall Road Aberdeen AB15 4EW Takeaway 01224 640368 Restaurant 01224 647468 E: info@pregoaberdeen.co.uk

The afternoon sandwich and soup options, on offer from 2.30pm, are perfect if you’ve been stuck in a meeting over lunchtime and need to grab something warm and filling. Later on, the crepes-to go menu, which now offers a selection of savoury fillings, is perfect for days when you’re dashing about and need something deliciously light. If you have a sweet tooth then try Prego’s ever-changing array of twenty four ice-creams from Mövenpick, and the organic Cream of Galloway range,

finished with a selection of delicious home-made sauces and fun toppings. They also offer a beautifully presented range of sweet crepes, and it’s typical of Prego’s attention to detail and approach to customer service that each sweet crepe comes with a free scoop of icecream, packaged separately from the crepe, to ensure it doesn’t melt before you get it home. We can recommend the banana crepe with home-made toffee sauce and banoffee ice-cream, though the yummy chocolate option is not without its attractions. If you’ve got more time to spare, then take a seat in the relaxed, family-friendly bistro which offers a great menu of meals and snacks throughout the day and evening. Whatever time of the day you go, Prego will have something to tempt your taste buds and leave you with a happy glow.

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From Catwalk to Cults

at London Fashion Week

> words by CHARLOTTE STROUD

Trend stylist, Charlotte Stroud packed up her It Bag and headed south for London Fashion Week, to report on what we’ll be wearing this spring. Charlotte writes: Having attended dozens of catwalk shows and schmoozed with designers in my attempts to find out where fashion is heading, here are my tips for what to buy to look on trend for spring and summer 2011. Invest in leather to see you through the dreary winter months and straight through to spring in the form of biker jackets, shorts and, for the more adventurous, leather mini-skirts. Team this with uber-feminine floral prints to add a hint of an exotic girly edge. Spring will bring an Eighties revival in the form of neon. 1940’s style tea dresses in exuberant pink and orange will certainly brighten a dull Scottish April’s day. This is a look that isn’t for the shy and retiring, so some readers may prefer the ladylike looks that will abound.

Pack away your skinny jeans as this season is all about the flared trouser. Team with a mannish blazer or an opaque floral shirt for the ultimate glam grown up look. This trend is brilliant, as it balances out both larger and smaller figures. Accessories are going to be massive. Huge bold bright jewellery will add funky accents to any mundane outfit. Belts must be worn with everything from trousers to dresses to cinch in those waists. Multi-coloured head scarves will make you feel like an African princess both on and off the beach. Pull out your neglected wedges, platforms and opentoed shoe boots from this summer as these are still going to be big news next year. Think bright and feminine with a harder edge to fully embrace Spring/ Summer 2011. And me, well, I can’t wait to see what Autumn/Winter 2011 will have in store for us!

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The fashionable place for xmas. Christmas is looking great at Bon Accord & St Nicholas, with more exclusive brands than anywhere else in Aberdeen. Plus with extended opening hours throughout December, finding your perfect look couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be easier.

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The King of the Malts If you’re looking for a special way to show your appreciation, then check out Dalmore’s fantastic 1283 King Alexander III Single Malt. The satin-lined box reveals an inviting stag’s head bottle filled with a dark amber concoction of smooth toffee, red berries, plums, almonds and finished with a vanilla and citrus tang. Aged in vintage Oloroso and Madeira butts, bourbon barrels and wine casks, it’s a complex, characterful, but ultimately rewarding malt from Master Distiller, Richard Patterson. At around £140, it’s not cheap, but it’ll certainly win you a lot of brownie points.

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EVOQUE IS RANGE ROVERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NEW BABY The all-new Range Rover Evoque has turned the LRX concept into reality, marking a bold evolution of Range Rover design, and providing customers with a compact, premium and highly desirable SUV. The Evoqueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bold exterior features exciting new interpretations of classic Range Rover design cues, including the signature clamshell bonnet, the floating roof and the solid 'wheel-at-eachcorner' stance. Unlike any previous Range Rover, the Evoque adopts a very dynamic profile with its dramatic rising beltline, a muscular shoulder running the length of the car, and a distinctive taper to the floating roofline. The bold design graphic created by the exaggerated wedge of the window line is emphasised by the black pillars. The stylish body exudes a strong

sense of premium quality with its precise, tight shut-lines, striking details like the bonnet vents and side vents, and the jewel-like quality of the slim front and rear lamps with their LED signature lighting. Drivers who take their Range Rover Evoque off-road will be reassured to know that in addition to extremely generous ground clearance, the car has significantly better breakover angle, approach angle and departure angle than other premium SUVs. The turbocharged powertrain line-up offers smooth and responsive performance. Customers can choose from the comprehensively updated 2.2-litre turbodiesel with 190PS or

150PS derivatives. The four-wheel-drive version combined with the 150PS 2.2-litre will offer up to an impressive 50mpg* and 145g/km* CO2. The stateof-the-art new 240PS, 2.0-litre Si4 petrol engine combines direct fuel injection, turbocharging and twin variable valve timing for exceptional driveability and fuel efficiency. The order books are filling up fast and Land Rover dealers, for the first time, are taking deposits so if you think you would like to be one of the first to have an Evoque you'd better get down to your local lealer pretty fast to order. Delivery starts in the middle of 2011.

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Aspire

> WORDS BY ALISON DANIELS

to as fresh look

Few of us are entirely happy or confident in our looks – just as we’ve recovered from teenage spots, we’re worrying about wrinkles, sagging skin or ageing. That said, we don’t want the permanently astonished look favoured by z-list celebrities, either. That’s why Aspire Aesthetics is becoming a firm favourite with Aberdeenshire’s freshest looking faces. With discreet home consultations and clinics across the city and shire, aesthetic nurse practitioner, Linda Strachan is dedicated to helping her clients look fabulous without looking expressionless, or over inflated. “It’s about enhancing your looks naturally using the latest generation of products and techniques in a subtle and ingenious way to restore the volume that is lost to ageing; helping women look and feel their best,” explains Linda. “Clients tell me they love all the compliments they receive, and the fact that no one ever guesses why they are looking so good – it’s our little secret!”

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PR specialist celebrates growth "We are delighted that our client base continues to grow with the addition of major organisations"

Aberdeen-based public relations consultancy thinkPR Ltd has announced a hat-trick of new appointments to support ongoing growth. Formed in 2004 by Annabel Sall the firm now employs 8 staff and has built its success on being a specialist communications consultancy. “Our reputation is a direct result of the strong, creative team of professionals we have at thinkPR with a broad range of abilities,’’ said Ms Sall. The three new recruits are senior account executives Donna Doo and Susan Anderson, while Nikki Stevenson joins as an administration assistant. Julie Roberts has also been promoted to Account Director recognising her ongoing input to the firm.

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“We are delighted that our client base continues to grow with the addition of major organisations such as The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Aberdeen and Decom North Sea.” thinkPR represents clients with offices around the world and has successfully launched a number of start-ups and products as well as handling communications around MBOs, acquisitions and significant contract wins. “Many of our clients have found the services we offer are essential to assist their internal and external communications,’’ said Ms Sall. “We have naturally grown with many of the businesses we represent, working both in-house and externally to support all their marketing needs.” www.thinkpr.co.uk

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Kellockbank Country Emporium is ideally situated just off the A96, 10 miles north of Inverurie in the shadow of Bennachie. The purpose built Garden Centre, Gift and Coffee Shop was opened in 2004 and has developed into a must visit destination. The gift shop has the perfect gift for everyone, or buy for yourself from the great range of leather bags, designer jewellery, fine toiletries from Arran Aromatics and Bronnley or a scented candles or two from Yankee. There’s some wonderful choices for the men too... designer ties, books, after-shave and leather goods. Don’t forget the youngsters, 54

there’s a good selection of toys, books, sleighs and ride on tractors. If you’d prefer something to wear, browse around the range of new season clothing from Tayberry, Tigi and Magic jeans from Robell. Then relax in the coffee shop serving breakfasts, light lunches, homemade soups and sweets. There’s a tasty selection of fresh ground coffees, teas and soft drinks and the in house baker makes irresistible cakes, scones and sponges.

The Garden Centre has a wide range of plants to suit every garden complimented with the tools and accessories to complete the job. There’s even an outdoor play area for the children, so Kellockbank has something for everyone. Kellockbank Country Emporium AB52 6TG, On A96 mid way between Inverurie and Huntly T: 01464 851114 www.kellockbank.co.uk

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Some of childhood’s fondest memories are woven from the threads of the simplest activities – exploring a secret den in the woods, discovering a fat caterpillar under a fallen leaf, and the quintessential childhood activity, making mud pies. Fortunately for Aberdeen, this knowledge has inspired one local Zoology graduate to create a business offering educational, hands-on outdoor fun sessions to preschool-aged children and their parents. Mandy Tulloch, who started Mud Pies in September 2009, has converted her own love of nature into an opportunity for parents to spend time discovering the natural world with their children. I met up with Mandy and a bundled-up band of tiny mudslingers for a recent adventure in Countesswells Woods, and it wasn’t long before I was squelching and squishing with the rest of them. There is nothing more contagious than the delighted squeals that accompany a troop of toddlers given the freedom to run, jump and splash to their hearts’ content. A typical ninety-minute Mud Pies session begins with an adventure walk through easily accessible woods, during which children are encouraged to collect interesting finds into a canvas bag. It only takes an outside observer seconds to see how quickly a child’s imagination takes over, as mossy logs suddenly become wild crocodiles and trees become giant aliens. The children eventually gather under a shelter in the trees, where they display their treasures for Mandy to identify with her impressive knowledge of local flora and fauna. Everyone then participates in a themed activity, followed by a snack and, of course, the creation of a mud pie.

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Mud Pies offers educational sessions – and now birthday parties – throughout the year, in all seasons and all weather. Just remember, you can’t have this much fun without getting a little messy, so don’t forget your wellies! 55

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TREEHOUSE

A Secret Worth Sharing

You may have passed it many times before but not ventured in. Once you do, you’ll wonder how you could have side-stepped it for so long.

lots more in between – from candles to Christmas decorations, mirrors, chandeliers, furniture, soft furnishings and gifts.

Sitting on the corner of Whitehall Road, its picture windows twinkle with mirrored furniture and a silver baby chaise longue.

Treehouse in Aberdeen’s west end is a treasure trove, an Aladdin’s Cave, a secret chamber luring you in like a tardis.

Treehouse evolved from the Wood Floor Centre, offering the North-east’s most extensive range of top quality wood flooring, unrivalled expertise, skilled fitters and sanders, to become a furniture shop and now unique home fashion store.

Inside, two rooms house Aberdeen’s only SIA home fashion shop whose autumn and christmas ranges in store now are available to view at www. treehouseinteriors.com. Vases, dishes and storm lanterns sparkle in silver, white and glass. A glossy black console sits beneath an oval mirror studded

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Treehouse are giving away £150 SIA voucher for one lucky winner. For your chance to win answer the following question with TREEHOUSE in the subject box (include your name, address, contact number and where you picked up your copy of Trend) to: info@trendmagazine.co.uk

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Please state if you do not wish Treehouse to contact you with news or offers. Treehouse will not pass on your details to a third party. What’s the name of the Christmas Moose in Treehouse?

with Swarovski crystals among more gifts, garlands, a rainbow chandelier and swathe of Designers Guild fabric. Venture into the next room and discover quirky furniture: a Louis chair in devore velvet figured with stags, nickel chests, film studio lights, clocks and tartan wing chairs. Move through again to find dining and folding waiters’ tables laden with more goodies: a glistening mirrored shelf with

an ornate perspex border and matching mirror, a glossy vintage-style model of a Riva speedboat, a sophisticated gentleman’s gift. Moira McGlashan manages Treehouse and its Interior Design service for owners, Steve and Suzanne Gardiner. “There’s a misconception interior design is expensive or elitist,” she says. “We’re exploding that myth. Whether you need two rolls of wallpaper or a full-scale

design you always get the same friendly service, a huge choice range and our insider knowledge.” Steve Gardiner Treehouse 3 Whitehall Road Aberdeen AB25 2PP T: 01224 647744 E: sales@treehouseinteriors.com www.treehouseinteriors.com

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Break for the Border Ever fancied having your own country estate in the tranquil Scottish Borders? Well, we can’t quite stretch to that, but we have lined up a fabulous weekend break for two, at the rather grand Cringletie House just outside Peebles. You wander the walled gardens or stride about the 28 acres of grounds while pretending to be the resident lady and laird, before enjoying a scrumptious dinner and retiring for the evening to your luxuriously appointed room. Cringletie’s restaurant is renowned for the quality of its cuisine and for the use of local, seasonal ingredients. The menu will leave you spoilt for choice, so relax over a drink and maybe check out other diners’ plates as the 58

waiters pass by, before making that difficult decision! There’s plenty to do in the area if you do decide to venture out from the hotel’s grounds. If you’re feeling energetic, then give mountain biking a go, or enjoy a leisurely game of golf. If you’d prefer a more relaxing day, then the local fishing is excellent, or head into Hawick or Kelso to visit some of the world’s best cashmere producers, or head to Edinburgh. Pop to Harvey Nicks, have dinner in town and see a show before heading back to your Borders fiefdom to settle down for the evening. For a chance to win a two night stay at the

four-star Cringletie House, including dinner for two on one night, just answer this question: What town is Cringletie close to? E-mail with your answer, with Cringletie in the subject box, include your name, phone number, address, where you got your copy of Trend. Please state at time of entering if you do not want Cringletie to contact you with news and offers.The hotel will not pass your details on to anyone else. Cringletie House Hotel Edinburgh Road Peebles EH45 8PL T: 01721 725750 E: enquiries@cringletie.com www.cringletie.com

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Cosy up with Cari

Cari Murdoch appears to be a one-woman whirlwind. The five times Gift of the Year winner somehow juggles a textiles course at Gray’s School of Art with running her own accessories company and blogging too. Cari has been fascinated by textiles for most of her career. After taking qualifications in embroidery, she moved on to designing cushions, then wedding accessories and corporate gifts before designing and supplying accessories for Monsoon, Accessorize, Clinton Cards and TopShop.

Now she’s back in Aberdeen and is combining her coursework with designing a great new range of distinctive collars, cuffs, and snoods which are ideal for the cold Scottish winter. With a great choice of fleeces, tartans, tweeds and fake furs, there’s something to keep everyone warm and looking good. The faux shearling pieces are particularly fashionable this season, with the collars fitting in a v-shape round the neck, making them an ideal cover-up where you don’t want to add the bulk of a scarf. Each piece is hand finished and embellished by Cari’s team, and particular care is taken over quality. Cari offers a top to toe accessories selection, with everything from hair ornaments to incredibly cute dolly bags and socks.

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If you’re looking for an unusual gift, check out Cari’s boxed sets. Choose a collar or snood, with some including matching cuffs. The tartan and tweed versions would make an ideal corporate gift for companies looking for something stylish for customers, and will certainly leave the recipients with a warm glow. All you need is a ribbon and you’ve got gift-giving wrapped up.

You can buy a selection of Cari’s designs at Papillion, Fenner & Coburn, House of Beauly, and the shop in the art gallery. You can also buy her designs online. Cari Murdoch cari@innovationqueen.com www.cari-bags.com Experienced bespoke jewellery designers Jacqui and Duncan Grant may only have been running their business for 18 months, but they're certainly drawing attention for their outstanding craftsmanship. The business has just been nominated as one of the top four jewellers in the country for wedding rings in the Scottish VOWS Awards. Lava's wedding collection includes kilt pins, cufflinks and commemorative gifts. Jacqui and Duncan's skill and flair means that they can work with clients to turn their ideas into stunning bespoke pieces that are truly special and will be treasured forever. Lava Jewellery T: 07847 056661 www.lavajewellery.co.uk 61

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also home to several jewellers offering perfect gifts for the stylish woman. A block away, Notre Dame is like an upscale Lakeland with rustic and modern decorations, cookware and home goods – everything from twiggy wreaths to a set of twenty-four mini advent candles. The side streets are packed with newer designers, intriguing antiques, book cafes and record shops. Gamesweb offer traditional toys and great chess sets while BR has a huge selection of modern toys and a lifesize Lego Santa. If onestop shopping appeals, head for Illums, the city’s designer department store

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which offers everything from perfumes to shearling slippers, hi-tech toys, Hermes, and high end chocolates. Illums Bolighus, the centre for Danish Design, offers some exquisite gift options, as does the gift shop of the National Museum nearby. It’s true that nothing is cheap, with restaurant bills likely to make an Aberdonian’s hair stand on end, but quality and design tend to remain stylish while cheap fashion loses its charm quickly. If you tire of shopping and want to see a different side of Denmark, don’t

miss Roskilde, just thirty minutes away by train. This delightful small city is home to the huge Roskilde rock festival each summer, but also hosts a market twice weekly just outside the magnificent medieval Domkirken. This cathedral has everything from Northern Renaissance frescoes to stunning modern bronze doors and is well worth a visit, especially if you’re lucky enough to be guided by the charming Ola. A short stroll to the fjord takes you to the Viking Museum which is home to five restored longships and a host of reproduction vessels you can

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Aspinal of London’s luxe range of handbag accessories really took our fancy. Available online or through House of Fraser, we loved everything from their stylish silver pens, to the cute heart shaped key rings. They’re great for journals, visitors’ books, and travel accessories and, whisper it, have some seriously desirable handbags to carry all your new accessories in...

Thierry Mugler’s Womanity opens with a shockingly salty, animalistic top note before settling down to a sophisticated long-lasting caviar heart on a base of fig wood and leaves. Strangely compelling. Prada Infusion d’Iris is redolent of an Italian riverside stroll in April, as the iris blossom and the scent wafts down from nearby citrus groves. A base of cedar wood, benzoin and incense adds depth and staying power for an intimate fragrance. Boss Orange Sunset is a carefree scent designed to be worn while kicking piles of leaves in the park at dusk. A juicy apple heart is topped with a bouquet of

orange blossom and white flowers on a base of Sandalwood, olive wood and vanilla that gives it more depth than might be expected. Elemis Exotic is a fabulous perfume for the sultriest of sirens. This is a spicy blend of cinnamon bark from Sri Lanka, pink pepper and clove bud oil that opens out to a floral fusion of ylang-ylang and tuberose before deepening to a mysterious base of scented woods. Gucci continue their mission to put the sensuality back into scent with Gucci Guilty. Top notes of mandarin and pink pepper are supported by a warm floral heart of peach, lilac and geranium that sits well. The amber and patchouli base is more manga-reading geisha than old hippy, thankfully. L’air du Temps has been around since 1948 and the sublime mix of gardenia, musk, rose, carnation and sandalwood has long been an evening favourite. It’s now available in a fabulous twin dove bottle by Philippe Starck who has endowed it with a sensual minimalism that’s very current.

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Provost Skene’s House is tucked away on Guestrow, its turrets and rough stone walls pleasingly at odds with the surrounding buildings. I had never seen it before, and I am not sure how I have missed it. The house itself is a charming example of late medieval architecture. Inside, each of its rooms provides an insight into many of the periods that the house has seen in its 450 year history. There are eighteenth century rooms dedicated to the elegance of the Georgian period, Regency rooms that represent the splendour of the early nineteenth century, a late nineteenth century nursery, and even a costume gallery that regularly displays period fashions and uniforms.

All of these rooms are fascinating - they demonstrate the long and rich history of the house - but it is the seventeenth century rooms that have the most impact. The Great Hall seems almost spartan compared to the Georgian dining room, but its grandeur is in its simplicity, while the Painted Gallery – dark, solemn, and incredibly atmospheric - is home to one of the most unique examples of religious painting in Scotland.

- thick, curved stone walls and a low ceiling provide the backdrop, and there is a portion of the floor that drops away beneath glass to give a view deep down into the cellar. This is diverting, pleasantly disconcerting to walk across, and entirely in keeping with the house’s tendency to surprise. Guestrow, behind St. Nicolas House Tel: 01224 641086 www.aagm.co.uk

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Altro Designerwear Shop 1, Falconer Court, North Street, Inverurie AB51 4RJ Tel: 01467 622886 Andersons of Inverurie Highclere Business Park, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 5QW Tel: 01467 620360 Andrew Gordon Butchery & Fine Foods 35-37 Chattan Place, Aberdeen AB10 6RB Tel: 587553 Attic The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1LB Tel: 644000 Attic 3 Station Road, Inverurie AB51 3SD Tel: 01467 624545 Avril Oenone Milliner 64 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NT Tel: 626578 Bang & Olufsen of Aberdeen 53 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JS Tel: 620120 Belmont Bridal 43 Union Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1NP T: 01224 627214 Bentleys of Banchory 32-36 High St, Banchory AB31 5SR Tel: 013308 25655 Booth For Better Service 12 West High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire Tel: 01467 620570 Booker Wholesale Whitemyres Avenue, Aberdeen AB16 6YR Tel: 01224 690 866 B‘s Knees 2 Urquhart Road, Oldmeldrum AB51 0EX Tel: 01651 873270 Bellino 17 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XZ Tel: 648130 Boss Store 245 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 587487 Celebrations of Turriff 15 Main Street, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 4AA Tel: 01888 563361 Coast Unit 16, Bon-Accord Shopping Centre, George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ Tel: 636134 Coco Violet 70 The Green, Aberdeen AB11 6PE Tel: 587423 Concept Clothing The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1LB Tel: 635268 Cruise 245 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 588573 Daisy Chain Unit 8, Westhill Shopping Centre, Old Skene Road, Westhill, Aberdeenshire Tel: 749736 DeZire 8 West High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 3SA Tel: 01467 670835 Dress Agency (The) 129 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BP Tel: 582257 Emlou Fashion Boutique Unit 7, The Galleria, Langstane Place, Aberdeen, AB11 6FB Tel: 588950 Encore Dress Agency Main Street, Fettercairn AB30 1XW Tel: 01561 340550 Esslemonts 2 22 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 645564 Esslemonts Menswear 20 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 630606 Exquisite Design 49 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UB Tel: 636985 Fenner And Coburn 31 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UY Tel: 632445 Fountainhall Wines 29 Fountainhall Road, Aberdeen AB15 4EW Tel: 622015 Frasers of Ellon Ythan Terrace, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 9LL Tel: 01358 720363 Frou-Frou 36a Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 630015 Frox 28 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 622692 G-Star Raw 257 Union Street Aberdeen AB11 6BR Tel: 595058 Hobbs Ltd. Unit 17/18 Bon Accord Centre, George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ Image Fashion 42 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 646380 Indigo 15 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SQ Tel: 646642 Its Kitsch, 20 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JH Tel: 644466 Isabelle Randall 14 Erskine Street, Aberdeen AB24 3NQ Jo Malone 41 - 43 Loch Street, Aberdeen AB25 1BW Tel: 0870 1925601 Kafka 5 Alford Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YD Tel: 626002 Kellockbank Country Emporium Culsalmond, Insch, Aberdeenshire AB52 6TG Tel: 01464 851114 Laings Bathroom & Kitchen Centre Oldmeldrum Road, Inverurie AB51 0ZJ Tel: 01467 620311 Langstane Press 1 Links Place, Aberdeen AB11 5DY Tel: 212212

Makro Wellington Circle, Redmoss, Aberdeen AB12 3QW Tel: 896 896 Mannequin Bespoke Fashion Design 82 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6QF Tel: 582051 Millsom & Main The Galleria, Bon-Accord Street, Aberdeen AB11 6FB Tel: 580507 Nova 18-24 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SP Tel: 641270 Outfit Union Square Retail Park, Aberdeen AB11 6PH Tel: 213340 Pandora 3 The Atrium, Union Square, Guild Street AB11 5PS Tel: 595531 Paperchase 24 Ground Level Mall, Union Square, Guild Square, Aberdeen AB11 5PN Tel: 01224 213455 Papillon 373 North Deeside Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SX Tel: 868808 Parade 30 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 625196 Parade Watchmakers Lane, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8PX Tel: 019755 64459 Parade 59 Main Street, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8PX Tel: 019755 64548 Parade 50 Barclay Street, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2AY Tel: 01569 765997 Peltonieme 8 Chattan Place, Aberdeen, AB10 6RD Tel: 211851 Perfect Bridal Rooms 265-267 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 7FL Tel: 574141 Perfect Collections 286 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6DD Tel: 211830 Pure 411 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 6DA Tel: 594004 The Roost Farm Shop Maryculter, Aberdeen AB12 5GT Tel: 739393 Scallywags 51H Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UB Signature 349 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BT Tel: 210050 Signature 2 256 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TP Tel: 646982 Tree House Interiors 3 Whitehall Road, Aberdeen AB25 2PP Tel: 647744 Trendy Treads 19 High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QA Tel: 01467 624531 Trilight 227 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2XS Tel: 0845 4608494 Vanity 17 West High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 3SA Tel: 01467 625382 Verdict 13 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XZ Tel: 644558 Wine Raks 1 Urquhart Rd, Aberdeen AB245LU Tel: 630496 Wrights of Inverurie 35 High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QA Tel: 01467 620108 Zoomp 491 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DB Tel: 593217 Serviced Apartments Apex Mansions Apex House, York Street, Aberdeen AB11 5DD Tel: 212022 Chapel Apartments 44 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SP Tel: 07824 666321 City Wharf Apartments 19-21 Regent Quay, Aberdeen AB11 5BE Tel: 0845 0942 424 The Craibstone Suites 15 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen AB11 6DJ Tel: 857950 Dreamhouse Apartments 9 Baker Road, Aberdeen AB24 4RS Tel: 0845 2260 232 Kepplestone Manor 80-101 Queens Highlands, Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4AS Tel: 639355 Oakhill Apartments 30 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YF Tel: 209809 Parkhill Luxury Serviced Apartments 119 Hammerman Drive, Aberdeen AB24 4SF Tel: 0845 6025967 Skene House Holburn 6 Union Grove, Aberdeen AB10 6SY Tel: 580000 Skene House Rosemount 96 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NX Tel: 645971 Skene House Whitehall 2 Whitehall Place, Aberdeen AB25 2NX Tel: 646600 Spires (The) 531 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6PE Tel: 08452 700090

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Tea Cosy Rosemount Community Centre A craft fair with a difference! Channelling the lastest trends for both handmade and vintage, this showcase of local craft talent takes the form of an old fashioned tea dance. Unique gifts, jewellery and fashion in a delightful setting.

December

Come one, come all!

4th December Maider Lopez, Memory Lane Project Deveron Arts, Huntly

Hailing from the Basque region of Spain, Maider Lopez is the lastest in Huntly's Deveron Arts series of international artists in residence. Her project 'How do you live in this place?' is a unique chance to see

this esteemed artist producing work in the

4th - 26th December

Cinderella at Aberdeen Arts Centre

Aberdeen Arts Centre

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Aberdeen's long- standing alternative panto. This annual festive family favourite returns. A

hoot (with or without kids) and an opportunity to

support local theatre at it's finest (and funniest!) www.aberdeenartscentre.co.uk

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Interesting Music Presents:

Hogmanay Ceilidh with Clachan Yell

Martin Stephenson and the Daintees

The Beach Ballroom,

and the Lorelei See in the New Year with the inimitable Clachan Dont miss this chance to see two

Yell. Enjoy champagne, stovies and strip the

confirmed Scottish favourites on one

willow with Scotland's finest ceilidh band. The

intimate double bill

beach ballroom's sprung dancefloor provides the

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perfect location for whirling and birling your way into 2011! www.myspace/clachanyell

2nd January Lumphanan Detox 10K, Lumphanan Start your New Year's resolutions early with the first 10K in Scotland 2011. Goody bags and soups are provided for those who dare to blow away the festive cobwebs! www.lumphanan.net

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3rd -29th January Anne Moore, sponsored by Fairfield Energy The Foyer, Restaurant and Gallery Anne Moore is widely known for her sterling work curating the wonderful works

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19th - 21st January Cinderella, Scottish

Ballet AECC, Aberdeen

A sumputuous reworking of the well-loved tale. Cinderella is the second of three full length fairy tale ballets from Ashley Page

3rd - 26th January BP National Portrait Award

Aberdeen Art Gallery

since his arrival at Scottish Ballet.

14th January Alicia Bruce,

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Last chance to see the only Scottish showing of the world's most prestigious portrait

competition

11th- 16th January Your

Wedding Exhibition , AECC

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Bruce has won critical acclaim

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180 exhibitors to help you make

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Myke Black Nice Little Earner

> words by DAVID NICHOLSON

“It’s kind of ironic,” grins Myke Black as we prepare another photo set-up in Malmaison’s plush Balmoral suite. ”I woke up with a hangover this morning and wished I could spend the day in bed..” Earlier this year, Myke released a remarkable debut album called ‘Nice Little Earner’- ten songs which showcase a performer of considerable range, whose talent in writing heartfelt, memorably catchy songs is matched evenly by his ability to sing them. As you listen to the album for the first time, you’ll feel proud that a local lad has released something so impressive, something easily good enough to be on the radio and with considerably more depth than anything you’ll hear on X-Factor. And you may well look up

the credits to see who helped him out – who produced it, who his co-writer was, what studio he used..only to find that Myke did the whole thing himself, over the course of a year - in his bedroom! Thus, the photo location: a bedroom as uncommonly impressive as the record he’s promoting.  ‘Nice Little Earner’ is a winning combination of intimate lo-fi atmospherics, laid back simplicity and a sense of optimism that’s quite infectious. On a playlist, he’d sit comfortably between Bon Hiver, Newton Faulkner and Jack Johnson. When I tell Myke this he laughs, thanks me and adds Paolo Nutini to the list. He’s happy with the comparisons. “I want to write music that is accessible, that appeals to all ages,” he says.

Although Myke Black’s music has broad appeal, his credibility as an artist is certainly intact. At the start of 2009, Myke quit his full time job to concentrate solely on songwriting and performing. When he’s not promoting his own material, he pays the rent by playing around Aberdeen in venues such as The Albyn, The 210 Bistro, Sopranos and The Lemon Tree. “I do what I love doing”, he says. “I want to do this for the rest of my life. I honestly can’t imagine doing anything else.” Myke Black’s ‘Nice Little Earner’ is available from 1-Up, HMV and iTunes. www.myspace.com/mykejayblack

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Zoomp Fashion Show Zoomp and Pure showcased their Autumn/Winter collections at Malmaison during a Fashion lunch hosted by Trend. The new collections from BCBG Maxazria, Alice by Temperley, VJC Versace, Vivienne Westwood and Melissa Anglomania Shoes were on display along with many others. Guests enjoyed a fabulous champagne lunch, 3 mini fashions shows and the raffle raised money for Breast Cancer Care.

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The models Fiona Anderson, Kelly Anderson Gill Summers, Andrea Begg Catherine Thornhill, Vicky Burns Susan Levery, Kay Gatt, Sarah Gatt, Jane Warrander Natasha Douglas, Adele Callanz Candice and Hannah Simpson of Zoomp Mandy Aitchison, Kirsteen McAul, Julie Grant, Elaine Smith ,Jackie Reid 09 Roz Robertson, Yvonne Smith, Shona Robson

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Papillon 1st Birthday Celebration

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Papillon on Cults have celebrated their 1st Birthday. After a fantastic first year in business owner Fiona McGrath held an open day for all their loyal and new customers, they thanked them all by having 15% off all stock on the day and delicious canapĂŠs, cakes and of course the compulsory champers!

Lesley Thow, Kirsten McPherson Lori Smith, Linda Stewart Sheila Moir, Mandy Thompson Fiona McGrath, Susan Gibb Susan Lipthorpe, Siobhan Boyne Jan Macintosh, Wendy Leighton, Pat Murray

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J-A-C-K Foundation Ball The inaugural J-A-C-K Foundation (Joining Against Cancer in Kids) Ball was held at Thainstone House Hotel in Inverurie and hosted by Mrs. Sylvia Koren, and was attended by the First Minister Alex Salmond MSP and 60 other guests. The aim was to raise money for a research project into Neuroblastoma Childrens Cancer currently ongoing at University College London Hospital. Music was provided by Tutti Frutti, and the evening raised more than £4.500.

01 Tara Williams, Rachael Seaman 02 Yvonne Tortolano, Alex Salmond (First Minister), Nikki Keenan 03 First Minister Alex Salmond with Sylvia Koren who organised the event (Image © Aberdeenshire Photography) 04 Alastair Goosey, Craig Wilson, George McIvor 05 Alex Bills, Rob Bills, Jo Edwards, Mark Edwards 06 Lesley Kinnon, Steve Dalgarno, Lynsey Wilson 07 Pia Van Praagh, Sarah Carrick, Laura Carter

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Birthday Girl raises cash for Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital Louise Mackintosh recently celebrated her 40th birthday at the Carmelite Hotel in Aberdeen. Guests at the party enjoyed an entertaining night of music by vocalist Jason Porter and generously donated over £600 to the Archie Foundation, the official charity of RACH which is making a difference to the lives of children in the North East of Scotland.

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An Evening of Elegance Image Fashions of Thistle Street held 'An Evening of Elegance' at The Marcliffe at Pitfodels in aid of the Fishermen's Mission. The fashion show featured outfits from their autumn/ winter collection which includes coats, day wear, party dresses and evening gowns. The audience were also treated to a sneak preview of Image's forthcoming spring/summer occasion wear. Handbags and shoes from the newly opened Image Shoes were also on show. Over 300 ladies attended the hugely successful event which raised over ÂŁ2000 for the charity. Clockwise from top left: Alaina Donald & Tina Stewart Morag Orr, Irene Buchan, Maggi Howie & Lynn Watt Caroline Cameron & Kerry Craib Gena Nicol, Isobel Paterson, Lady Provost Sandra Stephen & Margaret Buchan Cathy Ward, Gemma & Siobhan Dreelan Anne Moir, Rachel Watson & Jill Moir Helen Hunter & Joan Duguid

Specialist Cars Ladies Night Customers of Specialist Cars Volkswagen were pampered and polished with a champagne reception, and an array of displays from local businesses including: Zoomp, Pure, Nova, Suzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nails, Me to you nails, Jamie at Home, Vie at Home, Sarahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Heavenly Fudge and Toni & Guy. Basic car maintenance and safety information from Grampian Police were also provided. 01 Shona Murray & Tracey Lumsden 02 Sheila Moir & Sarah Dryburgh 03 Neil Robertson, Pamela Miller & Steven Corson 04 Jutta Mulley & Isobel Milne 05 Gerti Hale, Liz Mowat & Carol Innes 06 Liz Laing & Lindsey Beveridge 07 Emma MacLeod & Hannah Boynton

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hell itche Pet eteerr Mitc P For someone who hit the giddy heights of fame as the worldwide face of Chanel’s Allure perfume and lives at Crimonmogate House, a 19th century stately home near Fraserburgh designed by Archibald Simpson, the patron of the Marie Curie Cancer Care charity in the north-east, mother-of-two Candida Bond, is remarkably grounded. It helps that Lady Petersham and her husband, Will Stanhope, the son and heir of Viscount Petersham and brother-in-law of Viscount Linley, love country life and are delighted that their daughter Tirkana, seven, and son Augustus, five, are well settled in a local primary. “Yes, I was very much in the fast lane with Chanel but appreciate

the different pace of life here and love being involved in community activities,” she says. That has included being a judge at the Inverallochy baby show, no less. Candida succeeded Joanna, Marchioness of Aberdeen, as the charity’s patron in 2008 and says candidly: “It was a hard act to follow a former nurse who did such a splendid job for 12 years and raised awareness of how hugely important the Marie Curie nursing service is to terminally ill people and their families. “Every £20 we raise pays for an hour of a nurse’s time and we have over 40 of them in our area who bring great comfort to people in their own homes.”

Candida used her contacts in the fashion world to stage a glitzy fashion show last spring at the Marcliffe Hotel and Spa in Aberdeen which raised a whopping £41,000 for Marie Curie and at the same venue in September, the sixth black-tie Brain Game, sponsored by BP, brought in more than £22,200. The charity has an annual daffodil appeal and family tea parties will be staged next summer, notably at Crathes Castle. Area fundraiser is Carolyn Snedden based at 34 Urquhart Road, Aberdeen, who can be contacted at 01224 647221.

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