Trend Magazine Dec/Jan 2013

DECEMBER 13 / JANUARY 14

Midwinter Elegance…

Stay stylish whatever the temperature

Road Trip…

Meander through Moray

Premier League…

Peter meets the Don’s Duncan Fraser

She shoots…she scores…

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Trend goes paintballing

Tickets to Ghost at HMT

And all the latest…

A stay at the Hilton Garden Inn

Places to eat, play, shop and stay

A flying visit to Leeds An Aspinal of London handbag

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DERRICK ARGENT, PHOTOGRAPHER

Welcome to the latest edition of Trend, which is packed with things to do, places to go, fashion, food, interiors, beauty, travel, style and some brilliant competitions.

One of our latest projects has been to redesign our website at www.trendmagazine.co.uk Not only can you find the latest issues of Trend and our other publications online, you can also read special features and enter competitions. It’s worth checking out.

Aberdeen and North-east Scotland is a great place to live, or visit, as this issue shows. A new report by think-tank Demos and PriceWaterhouseCoopers has rated the city the second most attractive place to live in the UK. This is partly down to the relatively buoyant economy in the region, offering high levels of income and skills, coupled with health, housing, transport and the environment.

In fact just about the only category we come below average in is work-life balance. We work too hard and don’t make the most of our leisure opportunities.

It’s a shortcoming many of us will seek to address with our New Year Resolutions and Trend is on hand to help!

We like to think that Trend plays a part in making Aberdeen and the Shire a brighter, better place to enjoy life by sharing our latest discoveries with you. Even though the days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air, there’s no excuse to let life pass you by. Leave hibernation to the bears, we say. Eat somewhere different, try a new cocktail, buy a new outfit, get a new hair colour, and take up a new pastime. Go for it.

Have a great Christmas and a very happy and prosperous New Year. We’re sure 2014 will be fabulous.

Derrick Argent is a photographer who's roots are firmly grounded in Aberdeen, graduating with a BA Hons in Professional Photography in Glasgow.

The main focus of his work is high quality fashion, commercial and street photography across the UK. He is greatly experienced and skilled, working either in studios or in the most extravagant or outlandish locations. This is where he is in the element of his art.

Argent takes on the art world and fashion industry, using his own ideas. Exquisite compositions are produced, showing the purity of the true photographer’s eye: absolute objectivity.

Argent has experience in social photography encompassing portrait, event, fashion and wedding photography. Offering quality images and customer satisfaction, he has a reputation for creative and stunning photography. www.derrickargent.com Other contributors in this issue...

Newsline Scotland, Alison Daniels, Alison Shaw, Peter Mitchell, Courtney O’Grady, Stephen Davy-Osbourne, Jan Leatham, Brittanny Leah Smith , Rae Mathieson and Clare Findlay Stylist: Nikki Sheran Hair: Louise Chrystal

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HEALTH & BEAUTY 14 The Beauty Brief – Iconic Upgrade FASHION 16 Style File hits the streets 20 Midwinter Elegance 26 Touchable Texture 78 Win an Aspinal of London Bag FOOD & DRINK 44 Trend lunches at Carluccio’s 45 and goes to Shri Bheema’s for a curry 50 Meet the chef at the Milton Brasserie

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HOMES, INTERIORS AND GARDENS 54 Scandi-chic style LIFESTYLE 60 Moray coast road trip 75 Celebrate CLAN’s 30th anniversary 76 Explore Old Aberdeen 80 Coming up…Trend’s guide to what’s on ART & CULTURE 70 Meet landscape artist Joe Smernicki 71 Finlay Morton rocks on 72 Scarf designer Helen Ruth 74 Win tickets to Ghost at HMT

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TRAVEL & LEISURE 66 Citybreak: Leeds 68 Win a flying visit to Leeds 69 Or a stay at the Hilton Garden Inn 77 She shoots… she scores…

Courtney goes paintballing SOCIETY 82 All the events…all the cocktails 89 Dates for your diary…Trend events for 2014 90 Peter Mitchell has the last word with AFC’s Duncan Fraser 5

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Vanity Kids is the latest arrival at the West High Street retailer, bringing a bit of celebrity style to babies and toddlers. The new range caters for newborns to two year olds and includes labels sported by the offspring of Catherine Zeta Jones and Gwyneth Paltrow.

“Everything is cuter when it’s small and these gorgeous little clothes, all from British brands, are just flying out the door,” says owner Cheryl Rogerson.

“It’s the same with our ladieswear, especially if it’s a piece seen on any celebrities. Anything that The Only Way Is Essex girls wear just flies off the rails. We’re constantly adding new lines and anything that celebrities favour, we try to get it first.”

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> LEFT IMAGE: Faux Fur Leather Trim Sculptured Top £85 Whistles Wine Embroidered Ankle Grazers £35 Oasis Vanessa Stretch Bracelet £25 Phase Eight Dark Green Faux Fur Jacket £199 Ted Baker Bow handbag £199 Ted Baker all John Lewis > RIGHT IMAGE: Chantal Dress, just seen, £139 Hobbs Manteau Pour Dame Coat £355 Joseph Ribkoff at Celebrations Ladieswear of Turriff Chloe Bag £150 Cruise

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> LEFT IMAGE: Hampton Tapestry Skirt £98 Jigsaw at John Lewis Cait Pansy Purple Top £99 Hobbs Fur Mink Colour Collar £30 Phase Eight Borde Clutch £645 Saint Lauren at Cruise Jewelled Statement Necklace Stylist’s Own > RIGHT IMAGE: Tamsin Gold Sequin Dress £199 Hobbs Black Velvet Bag £25 John Lewis Sian Tiered Drop Black Necklace £30 Phase Eight

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> LEFT IMAGE: Lucille Fringed Dress £179 Phase Eight Alfine Fur Jacket £125 Coast at John Lewis Burgundy Snake Box Bag £35 Collection by John Lewis Jimmy Choo Heels Model’s Own Bracelet Stylist’s Own > RIGHT IMAGE: Element Giselle Dress £195 Ghost at John Lewis Silver Bea Collar Necklace £30 Phase Eight > OUR THANKS: Model: Nicci Wood of Colours Model Agency Glasgow Photographer: Derrick Argent Stylist: Nikki Sheran Hair: Louise Chrystal Make Up: Rae Mathieson Stockists: Cruise, Phase Eight, Hobbs, John Lewis and Celebrations Ladieswear of Turriff Location: Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Club

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FASHION

It can be difficult to stay warm in the winter and be glamorous at the same time. Texture is key. This season, mix embellishments, fur, silk and velvet to create an outfit that’ll keep you cosy and others envious.

It’s a trend which lets you be as creative as you want and no matter what the outcome, it will always be show stopping.

Christopher Kane’s AW13 collection shows the perfect evening outfit with a sparkly embellished top and skirt combined with leather heels. For office and day wear, be daring and wear a fur coat with a silk top and skinny jeans to make this look more casual.

Embrace your adventurous side and just have fun with this trend for combining different pieces; don’t be afraid to stand out and be prepared to receive compliments. Try it once and you’ll be rocking it for life.

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If you haven’t been to Hazlehead Park or Duthie Park lately, now’s the time to visit, because there’s a new team managing the parks’ cafés. Not only have they brought the buildings back to life, but they are aiming to make them the place to go in 2014 whether you’re organising a corporate or social event or just a catch up over coffee.

That may sound overly ambitious, but Coffee Societea has invested hugely in the premises, making sure everything from the elegant pastel shaker style, New York Hamptons interiors, to the scrumptious food and service, is outstanding.

Jordan Will, the General Manager will personally oversee every detail of the day to day running of the new cafés. With a background that includes working as events operations manager, for a number of five star hotels including the London Savoy. Coffee Societea are enthusiastic about restoring, this part of the city’s heritage back to life.

Jordan explained, “This is a great new chapter for the Parks. We have a top-class team both in the kitchens and front of house".

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"We’re very excited about having the Duthie Park café fully operational next summer along with the function facility. The Duthie Park café will be a mirror image of the facilities provided at Hazlehead. We look forward to the addition of the function facilities at Duthie Park, particularly with the linkage into the Winter Gardens with our Tropical Afternoon Teas.".

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Ooh Carluccio’s Several years ago, on a visit to London, I was treated to breakfast at one of the many Carluccio’s restaurants dotted about the city. Since that day, every visit down South has meant a return to this elegant yet casual Italian café. Fortunately, I no longer have to travel to get my Carluccio’s fix because Aberdeen’s first branch has opened its doors in Union Square.

Unlike so many Italian restaurants that bulk up their menus, and their customers, with pizza and pasta, Carluccio’s offers a varied menu that showcases the very best of Italian dining. From marinated olives and homemade breads to fresh bruschetta and cured meats, the starter menu alone is enough to get excited about.

As a main course, you can choose from a medley of meats or a selection of seafood dishes, all accented with fresh Italian sauces. If pasta is more your preference, Carluccio’s offers a range of homemade pastas, but do not expect to find any run-of-the-mill choices here. When I visited for lunch, my penne was complemented with thinly sliced courgette and chilli pieces and topped with delicious fried spinach balls.

If you manage to save room for dessert, it is impossible to make a bad selection. The plate-sized meringues are light and fluffy, the homemade gelato melts in your mouth and the tortes and tarts are a perfect match for the impossibly smooth cappuccino. Personally, I must confess a weakness for the Coffee Affogato – a tall glass of homemade vanilla ice cream with an espresso poured over the top.

It is true that every new restaurant that appears in Union Square brings a certain excitement with it, but with the blue script of the Carluccio’s logo now firmly a part of the first floor scenery, it is difficult to imagine anything topping that in the near future. www.carluccios.com 01224 595 256

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FOOD REVIEW

SHRI BHEEMA'S

Curry Heaven There are times when only a curry will do.

If it wasn’t for the fact that the restaurant is named after Bhiman, the character from the Hindu epic poem Mahabharata, best known for his prodigious appetite and cooking skills, we’d be prepared to believe Shri Bheema translates as Heaven for fans of Indian food.

We’re not the only ones who think so, since Balamurali Balaji’s family run restaurant, which is a relative newcomer to the city, has already picked up a stack of awards including ‘Best Indian Restaurant in Aberdeen’ and ‘Chef of The Year 2013’.

The décor is in a rich mix of bejewelled sari shades and the menu is no less appealing. Chef Haik Habibul’s extensive selection offers less familiar, but invariably delicious, South Indian delicacies and a great selection of old favourites.

We perused the list of starters over some poppadoms and chutneys. Despite being tempted by the Ven Pongal and the Lamb Kothu Parotta, I plumped for the Chicken Pakora as a sure test of quality. This came beautifully presented and was simply the best I have ever tasted. My husband had the plain Dosa – huge, freshly cooked and crispy with chutney and lentil and chilli sambar.

Our starters had raised our expectations for the main event to sky-high levels and we were not disappointed. My Chicken Patia was succulent and well-spiced and my husband declared a life-long affection for the Lamb Kadai. The accompanying Peshawari naan was bursting with fruit and coconut and the boiled rice was perfectly cooked.

Impeccable service combined with an exceptional quality of food and authenticity, is the trademark at Shri Bheema’s Indian Restaurant. It’s a mark of their quality that they have already been able to open a second restaurant in Bridge of Don. If you love a great curry, you’ll be in heaven if you give either a try. www.shribheemas.co.uk 01224 645555

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Hydro Group team is ‘True Blue’ for male cancer charity With over 43,000 men being diagnosed with a male specific cancer annually, the team at Hydro Group, a global design and manufacturer of underwater cables and connectors based in Aberdeen, got together this month to hold their own ‘Blue Day’, and raised £2500 in support of male cancer charity Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer.

> 2 Havana Especial > 1/2 LeJay cacao white > 1/2 Vanilla syrup > One whole egg > Grated nutmeg on top Inspired by the classic Egg nog recipe this cocktail is one for winter. Making its way to Orchids Christmas cocktail menu Martin has added some chocolate and vanilla which is paired well with the rum. Why not give the Xmas pudding a miss and try this after that roast dinner.

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In a bid to raise as much awareness and money as possible, Hydro Group encouraged staff to make a donation and come to work dressed head to toe in blue – with some employees taking it one step further with wigs, face paint and blue moustaches on display to really highlight the cause.

The ‘bluest’ dressed employees visited the Enterprise Centre and the HUB at the Bridge of Don Energy Park with collection tins and badges to collect as many donations as possible from surrounding businesses.

Hydro Group’s Human Resources Director Irene Buxton said: “Orchid does a fantastic job of educating, supporting and helping those affected by cancer, and it’s a real privilege to be able to support the work they do.”

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CHEF FOCUS

Meet Bob Miller, head chef at the Milton Brasserie How did you decide to become a chef?

I wanted to go to art school, but it fell through and I had to choose another career. It came down to a choice of training as a bricklayer or training as a chef. I went for the indoor option!

How would you describe your style of cooking?

I like to make dishes that everyone can enjoy, many of which are based on traditional dishes, but given a modern twist.

If you could share a meal with anyone, who would it be and why?

I’d have loved to have spent some time with the Clash’s Joe Strummer. To me, the man’s an icon. We’d probably discuss movies, music and world issues. He was a very intelligent man with a big heart. I think we’d opt for something informal, robust and traditional for dinner. We would probably have pie, mash and gravy and a pint or two of beer.

Where do you get your inspiration for new dishes?

Just about anything can be my starting point for something new. I might be sparked off by something from a blog or website, a book, something another chef has produced or a childhood memory.

What do you dislike about modern restaurant cookery?

Style should never triumph over substance. I think there’s too much molecular gastronomy about – people don’t want to be perplexed working out how to eat their meal, they just want to enjoy it.

What do you think about the state of eating out in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?

There are some great independently owned places to eat here, with good chefs, great food and an appealing atmosphere but I think Aberdeen has too many chain branded places serving pretty average, uninteresting food.

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Sticky Braised Pork Cheek and Belly with Black Pudding Stuffing and Apricot Purée (Serves 6)

Ingredients: > 1kg butterflied belly of pork, fat and bone off – ask your butcher > 500g black pudding, chopped up > 1 red onion (diced and peeled) > 2 green apples (diced and peeled) > Pinch of cayenne pepper > 6 pork cheeks > 2 pints of chicken stock, plus ½ pint > 150g dried apricots > 2 sprigs of tarragon > Teaspoonful of cinnamon > 1 carrot (diced) > 1 stalk of celery (diced) > 2 cloves of garlic (crushed)

Recipe: Boil the apricots in 1/2 pint chicken stock and tarragon. Blitz till smooth and season to taste, then leave aside. Heat the apples, onions and black pudding in a pan, then use it to stuff the belly. Roll and tie into a cylinder. Season the rolled pork belly and cheeks and seal off in a pan. Place it all casserole dish and braise with stock and root vegetables for between 2-3 hours. Remove the belly and cheek from stock, pour stock into pan and boil until reduced by half.

To plate up: Warm up the apricots puree and pull a line across the plate.

Slice the pork belly and pan fry each portion in oil until golden brown and warm all the way through. Warm up the cheeks in the stock reduction and place both meats on the apricot puree, finish with some of the reduced stock.

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Who we are The recently refurbished; Amicus Apple is a modern and lively social rendezvous with her finger firmly on the pulse of the contemporary social scene. Tucked away on the corner of Langstane Place – Amicus is more than meets the eye.

Who we are Situated at the edge of the picturesque harbour and with a dedicated area for dining and drinking al fresco, The Ship Inn Stonehaven is the perfect place to relax and enjoy stunning seaside views.

Who we are Open since 2003 , we are a family run, authentic Italian restaurant set in the heart of Aberdeen on Bon Accord Crescent. An intimate and relaxed atmosphere awaits you when you step inside, where our team will be happy to serve you.

What we offer Effortlessly cool cutting edge design meets molecular cocktail madness and craft products behind the bar whilst the food is a harmonious blend of British familiar with elements of the unfamiliar to make it that little bit special.

Did you know The fun doesn’t stop downstairs at Amicus Apple, did you know we have a private function room upstairs? Long in stature and endless in opportunity; there is ample space for all of life’s greatest moments.

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What we do Our seasonal menu at The Captain’s Table uses the very best of locally sourced ingredients, from the freshest seafood landed daily just yards from the hotel to the finest quality Aberdeen Angus beef.

The recently refurbished bar area boasts a collection of over 100 single malts and fine wine from around the world. Linger for longer and stay the night in one of our 11 individually designed bedrooms, most of which offer panoramic views of the harbour and the coastline.

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What we offer We specialise in high quality Italian cuisine all freshly prepared by our experienced team. There is something for everyone, from sumptuous steaks, fantastic seafood, perfect pasta and divine desserts.

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Load up the car and head north for a day trip through Moray that’s packed with things to do, foodie treats and some special shopping. We’ve chosen a circular route that will take a full day, with a pick and mix itinerary depending on whether you fancy exploring, retail therapy or a bit of both…

tart out on the A96 heading towards Inverurie, Huntly and Keith. The Kellockbank Country Emporium, just north of Pitmachie, is a good spot for breakfast or a coffee to start the day as you head north.

At Keith, head left onto the A95 through Mulben and Craigellachie. Whisky lovers will find plenty to please them in this small village, which is home to the Macallan, Craigellachie Distillery and the Speyside Cooperage, where traditional barrels are made by hand. If you have a couple of hours, the tours at the Macallan and the cooperage are worthwhile.

Take the A941 through Rothes and into Elgin. The town is steeped in history, with the Cathedral being worth a visit, though inveterate shoppers will want to head to the Johnstons of Elgin factory shop in the hope of finding bargains in the softest cashmere. Perhaps now’s the time to pack the family off to the Moray Motor Museum, to allow you to shop in peace.

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emporium which is a shrine to the world’s rarest malts, combined with a great deli department. Sound and Vision is packed with musical instruments, DJ equipment and band t-shirts, and will make you nostalgic for Bruce Miller’s. Relax offers contemporary furnishings and the town’s Polish deli has a great range of breads, smoked meats and continental cakes.

Perhaps now’s the time to pack the family off to the Moray Motor Museum, to allow you to shop in peace.

Back on the road, head through Forres, toward Inverness to visit Brodie Countryfare, which houses a food hall, gifts, interiors, clothing departments and a restaurant – think of it as a rustic version of John Lewis. Turn back onto the A98 heading towards Forres.

Findhorn presents an intriguing diversion if you branch off to the left onto the B9011. The perfect spot for a stroll at the mouth of the bay, and the village’s New Age atmosphere means you’ll find some amazing eco-friendly architecture – like homes made from old whisky barrels - in the Findhorn

Foundation’s Ecovillage. It’s worth checking ahead for special events as the village often hosts performances and workshops.

Travel back down towards Kinloss then take the B9089, B9013 and B9012 through the charming little seaside villages of Cummingstown and Hopeman before taking the road to Lossiemouth, then the B9013 towards Lhanbryde before heading left onto the A96 through Mosstodloch and into Fochabers.

Fochabers’ high street has a great selection of quirky shops and the folk museum is pleasingly informative on the town’s history and heritage. Maple sells a range of fairtrade jewellery and gifts, while the gloriously named Frockabers offers recycled fashion. The WDCS Wildlife Centre at nearby Spey Bay is a prime spot for watching dolphins and ospreys.

Just before you leave Fochabers, visit the Baxters Highland Village, which offers a variety of speciality shops, stocked with their own brand and an impressive selection of wines and whiskies, gourmet foods, clothing, cookware and gifts.

The old grocery shop explores the history of Baxters and is a recreation of the original opened by George Baxter in 1868.

The next stop is Cullen, which offers an irresistible mix of sweeping sandy beach, handsome Georgian frontages and perhaps the most famous soup ever to come out of Scotland - Cullen Skink. Pop in to the Rockpool Cafe to sample their version, then try the antiques shop next door for some interesting browsing. Pick up some international delicacies from Forsyth’s Deli or head to the town’s ice cream shop, reputed to sell the best ice cream in Scotland, before browsing the town’s great selection of little galleries, curio and crafts shops. The antiques centre, in a former church, houses everything from bits of ships and samurai armour to daleks, so you’re bound to find something to appeal. If you’d rather stretch your legs, climbing to the summit of Bin Hill will reward you with a panoramic view over the town.

Another nearby option is the Deskford Garden Galleries, about 3 miles inland from Cullen, which combine antiques, art and a garden centre with a traditional tea room that’s worth a visit. There are lots of little cottages throughout the gardens which house antiques and collectibles, jewellery, books, vintage designer clothing and accessories.

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spectacularly perched on a rocky outcrop with a fifty foot drop to the sea. Parking is available, but it’s still a fair walk to the castle itself, so best for those with plenty of energy and decent walking shoes.

Portsoy is the next stop on our meander through Moray. Best known for its popular Small Boat Festival each summer, it is worth exploring the Shorehead and harbour area for picturesque views and buildings that date back before 1700, at any time of year. Check out the Portsoy Marble Shop, which sells jewellery and other objects made from the local serpentine stone or pop into the Salmon Bothy, which now houses a museum. If you’re looking for a new fireplace or stove, Hutcheson’s of Portsoy have a huge selection and are definitely worth the detour, as is the Curiosity Shoppe, which stocks antiques, clocks and musical instruments.

From Portsoy, it’s back to the A98 and into Banff. Banff is great for a bit of a wander, with its ancient closes and historic buildings. It’s an amazingly unspoilt townscape, with a good local museum and the National Gallery of Scotland at Duff House nearby. The early Georgian Duff House is filled with treasures and hosts an interesting programme of art exhibitions and events, as well as having a popular tea room and shop. By contrast, the town’s most famous shop must be the Spotty Bag Shop, where you can buy, well, just about anything from a garden hose to a fancy dress costume and sample some of Aunty Ina’s delicious traybakes in the process.

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It’s probably wrong to buy some fish and chips and eat them in the car before heading home, but it could be the perfect end to a great day out.

substantial and don’t mind a climb, then the Broken Fiddle on Strait Path is great for old fashioned meals like mince and tatties or a substantial All Day Breakfast, with a free history lesson thrown in courtesy of the mural which dominates the room.

Head over the bridge to MacDuff and end the day with a visit to the town’s aquarium which is home to the denizens of a variety of marine habitats, including a kelp reef where divers feed the fish by hand. Check their website for opening times as they change seasonally.

The exhibits include flounder, plaice, salmon, jellyfish, limpets, lobsters and the unappealingly named Lumpsucker.

It’s probably wrong to buy some fish and chips and eat them in the car before heading home, but it could be the perfect end to a great day out.

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Leeds may not seem the obvious choice for a few days away, but this Yorkshire gem has all the ingredients for a great short break, whether it’s a girls’ weekend, a romantic interlude or a fun-packed family trip. It’s easy to reach by either direct flight or train from the North-east and there are plenty of hotels to choose from, whether your tastes run to traditional country piles or ultra-slick urban boutiques. From Henry Moore to Harvey Nichols - a hotchpotch of historic and cultural attractions, art, great food, a lively nightlife, and outstanding shopping opportunities await…

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eeds offers great shopping whether you want to splash the cash or do a bit of bargain hunting. Take a wander round the city’s market stalls or head to the arcades of the city’s Victoria Quarter – home to Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith, Space NK, Louis Vuitton, Harvey Nicks and Mulberry.

You’ll find a wonderful selection of quirky little designer and vintage shops in the historic Leeds Corn Exchange building, or for more mainstream shopping, Leeds has its own Trinity Centre, with a million square feet of shopping space! Many of the brands will be familiar to Aberdeen shoppers, but try Pulp, the Hip Store, Mango, Urban Outfitters, or Victoria’s Secret for something you can’t buy at home or head to 360, the Alchemist or The Botanist for a pick me up cocktail or two.

languorous lemurs. The 1940s themed Explorers’ Café offers a useful pitstop.

Ghoulish little children will adore the Thackray Museum which employs gruesomely interactive ways to learn more about the history of medicine and the human body, while the Royal Armouries Museum will be loved by World of Warcraft fans. From knights to samurai, from the Wild West to World Wars, it’s a perfect place for little boys and their dads to spend an afternoon.

Animal lovers of all ages will enjoy Europe’s largest rare breed farm at Temple Newsom, a Tudor-Jacobean estate just four miles from the city or try Abbey House Museum, close to Kirkstall Abbey where you can explore Victorian streets of shops and houses.

For something a bit more romantic, head out of the city to Harewood House which offers over 100 acres of stunning gardens and grounds, surrounding the 18th Century stately home.

There’s also plenty of fun in store if you’re taking the kids. Tropical World in the city’s Roundhay Park is filled with rainforest plants, a waterfall, playful meerkats, butterflies, tropical fish, crocodiles, lizards, fluffy little degus, whistling ducks, beastly bugs and

If you were expecting the city’s food scene to be all yorkshire puddings and parkin, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. With more than a thousand restaurants to choose from and cuisines drawn from every corner of the world, there’s no doubt that Leeds

locals like their food.

Start with Timoney’s All Day Breakfast and head for Just Grand! Vintage Tearoom in the Grand Arcade for a retro afternoon tea. The Turk’s Head Yard, tucked away just off the Briggate, is home to Whitelock’s. The pub dates back around 300 years and offers a selection of real ales and hearty bar meals perfect for reviving chaps staggering under the weight of other people’s shopping bags.

In the evening, head out of the city to the Bon Restaurant and Wine Bar in the village of Sherburn-in-Elmett, rated the best dining experience in the region. For something spicier, Sukhothai on South Parade hits the spot with great quality Thai food, while the Golden Bengal Tandoori will find favour with curry aficionados.

However you choose to spend your time in Leeds, you’ll come back refreshed and rejuvenated, with a store of happy memories and very probably, a few new outfits for your wardrobe!

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COMPETITION

which is ideally located in the city centre, close by the Trinity and Victoria shopping quarter, Leeds Arena, the Waterfront and Royal Armouries Museum. The four star hotel is a bastion of modern elegance and superb dining. The Midtown Grill steakhouse offers hearty steak, chops and seafood while the Indian restaurant offers a spicy treat. As well as spacious, comfortable rooms, guests also have access to the hotel’s swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fully equipped gym.

One lucky Trend reader and guest will soon be jetting off to Leeds courtesy of Eastern Airways and the city’s luxurious Marriott Hotel. There’s plenty to see and do in the city and surrounding countryside. Eastern Airways provides 26 flights a week between Aberdeen and Leeds Bradford, flying each day except Saturdays. As part of the airline’s inclusive service, passengers benefit from express check-in, fast track security channels, a business lounge in Aberdeen and complimentary drinks and snacks on board.

Passengers are not charged for baggage, choice of seat or checking in, which makes flying a pleasure rather than a dispiriting experience.

Eastern Airways has long been a favourite of travellers from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, with more flights from Aberdeen than any other carrier including eleven destinations.

Our winner will stay at the Leeds Marriott

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The prize is one pair of return tickets, for two passengers travelling together from Aberdeen to Leeds Bradford with Eastern Airways and two nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation at the Marriott Hotel in Leeds, based on two sharing. Prizes are valid for travel until 31 October 2014. Flights and accommodation are subject to availability and must be booked six weeks in advance.

To enter, go to www.trendmagazine.co.uk click on competitions and answer this question:

How many flights between Aberdeen and Leeds-Bradford does Eastern Airways offer each week? www.easternairways.com www.marriot.com www.midtowngrill.co.uk

COMPETITION

Win a wonderful weekend city break at Aberdeen’s Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Garden Inn Aberdeen is a multi-award-winning, upscale yet affordable hotel that offers a great base in the heart of the city. The hotel continually strives to ensure today’s busy travellers have everything they need to be most productive on the road — from the oh-so-comfortable Garden Sleep System® bed, to complimentary wired and wi-fi internet access in all guestrooms. The winner of the City Hotel of the Year award at Scottish Hotel Awards this year, it is one of very few hotels in Europe to be ranked amongst the best hotels in the world for customer service two years in a row by Expedia Insider.

Every great hotel needs a great restaurant and the Hilton Garden Inn certainly offers something special with Native

by Nick Nairn. The menu celebrates fantastic local produce featuring the best of the land and sea sourced from Scotland’s finest suppliers.

“I love Aberdeen”, Nick enthused, “Since opening my Cook School here, I’ve spent more and more time in the city. I’m so excited to have a restaurant here, where we can really show off all the great produce there is up in the North-east.

“The area is home to some amazing produce and lots of people who love great food. Native by Nick Nairn delivers that with great service in a sophisticated and elegant refurbished setting within the Hilton Garden Inn.” Trend is offering one lucky reader a 2 night stay at the Hilton Garden Inn with dinner at Native on one night.

To enter go to www.trendmagazine.co.uk click the competitions tab and answer the following question:

On which street is the hotel located?

Hilton Garden Inn 31 St Andrew Street, Aberdeen AB25 1JA T: 01224 268001 T&C’s Any weekend subject to availability. 2 nights are for B&B at Hilton Garden Inn. Should be booked 2 weeks in advance Supplement charges may apply on some dishes for the dinner in Native. Does not include drinks. Stay applies only on Fri/Sat or Sun only

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ART

I’m fortunate to have some great inspiration right on my doorstep.

Joe Smernicki

Joe Smernicki has long drawn his artistic inspiration from the coast and rural scenery of Angus. After a career spent teaching art, he shares what he has learned as one of Scotland’s best-regarded landscape artists.

“When I was at art school in at Dundee, I was lucky to study under some of the most important Scottish artists of the 20th century before starting a career teaching art in schools. Teaching never failed to interest or excite me,” Joe began. “The spirit of exploration and excitement my pupils and teachers brought to art still motivates me today.

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some great inspiration right on my doorstep. The coastal and rural areas in this corner of Scotland change constantly as the seasons pass.

“My work is based upon drawings and sketches made on location; I have piles of sketchbooks. I begin to develop ideas in the studio, undertaking lots of small trials before painting in oils on canvas.

“My broad aim is not to recreate a view in realistic detail, rather I want seek out aspects of colour, shape, tone and line that interest me, then put these together to convey the essence of a place in time. One of the delights of being an artist is in the unexpected. Whether this is a particular

painting taking an unexpected direction or my whole career developing almost of its own accord, I will always go with that.

“This coming year I plan to experiment more with mixed media, perhaps employing collage techniques and heavier paint. Now this may or may not come through to my finished work but I will enjoy the experimental process. In 2014 I will be exhibiting at Aberdeen’s Gallery Heinzel and the Tolquhon Gallery, near Tarves”.

“I hope my paintings convey a sense of calm. I’m always really happy when a viewer or a buyer picks up on that!” www.joesmernicki.com

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Having Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett playing alongside you on a self-penned track is the material of dreams for most teenage boys, but former Hazlehead Academy student Finlay Morton is living that dream.

Earlier in the summer while putting the finishing touches on his third album, Finlay’s record company passed a copy of the tracks on to one of their other artists for a listen - none other than Steve Hackett.

“Steve came back to them and said ‘I would like to play on one of the tracks’,” revealed Finlay.

“I couldn’t really believe it. I have been a fan of Genesis, and certainly the period in which he was a member of the band, for quite a long time.

“It was quite difficult to find any time to get into the studio together as he was in the middle of a worldwide tour, but he made the time. He’s very laid back and he doesn’t have any of the ego that you would expect of a major artist. We worked well together and knew what we wanted to achieve.

“When you’re dealing with your own music you are focused entirely on that, and you just try to produce the best result that you can.”

Banging out tunes on his guitar from the age of ten, Finlay began putting pen to paper back in 2004 to create his own music, with his first album Interpret This hitting the airwaves two years later. This was shortly followed

by Back to Basics two years after that.

“I hadn’t really played much guitar for ages, and then I started writing and a whole batch of tracks popped out. I did a demo tape, and I haven’t really looked back since then,” said Finlay. “We’re still finalising the details of a tour, but I would love to come back to Aberdeen as part of it.”

Finlay’s third album Harvest the Wind and single Do you Believe in Ghosts featuring Steve Hackett is out now. www.finlaymorton.com

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Local designer Helen Ruth takes her inspiration from the Alford countryside where she grew up to produce a stunning range of silk and wool scarves…

Since graduating from Gray’s School of Art in 2008, Helen Ruth’s passion for textile design has taken her to Italy and back again to Aberdeen to set up her own label, producing luxury scarves. “I think of my scarves as being wearable artworks”, Helen enthused. “My designs are inspired by the wild Scottish landscape and creatures, as well as fairy tales and traditional folklore. Each scarf tells its own story – a well known and loved tale or a personal childhood memory, giving the wearer an emotional connection to the piece. I like to take the conventional ideas of beauty and incorporate some subtle sinister undertones, there is always more going on than meets the eye!

The brand was launched in early 2010 when Helen was chosen to showcase her work at Notting Hill’s design concept store Wolf and Badger. Previously Helen had won the international Como/ Texprint scarf design competition and spent several months interning in Italy to design for a studio in the heart of Como’s silk printing industry, before moving to work in legendary designer Zhandra Rhodes’ studio.

I think of my scarves as being wearable artworks... My designs are inspired by the wild Scottish landscape and creatures, as well as fairy tales and traditional folklore.

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“When I’m designing a new collection, I start with an idea in my head of what I want it to be about. For this season it was all about being in the Scottish woodlands in autumn, the rich colours and wildlife. Then I set about sketching either from life or photos I’ve taken while out and about. These illustrations are then converted into digital images which I colour and layer up to create digital 'collages'. Once I’m happy with colour and composition, the scarves are printed onto luxury wools and silks at the Centre for Advanced Textiles in Glasgow. I then finish the scarves by hand.

“Print design and illustration are what I enjoy most, so scarves are a good fit for this, allowing me to be create a brand that is specifically recognised for its print. I like the versatility of scarves, and I think they are a relatively affordable luxury item. I’ve branched out recently to a small range of bow ties and handkerchiefs for men so the guys don’t feel left out!

“I like to be around other creative people, that’s always inspiring and can bring up ideas you hadn’t thought about.

Seeing people enjoying my designs and wearing them is always a good feeling and gives me a buzz”.

production has always been something that’s important to me, I like the fact I can say everything is made in Scotland. In the future, I hope to widen my retail base and I would love to see my brand in somewhere like Liberty, since they have such a tradition of good design.

“I’ve had a lot of support for the brand from people in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire who have helped make it the success and allowed me to carry on making pretty patterns, so I’m really grateful for that”.

Helen’s scarves and accessories can be bought from Peltoniemi concept store in Aberdeen, or online at www.helenruth.co.uk , www/wolfandbadger.com or www.boticca.com.

Helen’s keen to keep her production process local, even as the brand grows. She explained, “All my scarves are printed in Glasgow and I hand finish every single piece myself. Local

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COMPETITION

The misty train journey through to Glasgow made an atmospheric start to my trip to the city’s King’s Theatre to see a matinee performance of Bruce Joel Rubin’s GHOST. Backstage, a full sized coffin and hospital gurney jostle for position with subway seats and a fully furnished office wall.

We heard that many of the effects are created by video and LED walls, controlled by 17 computers, making GHOST one of most technically complex productions ever to tour the UK. Technology aside, the wardrobe was our next stop and crammed into backstage are 58 wigs, 217 costumes and 112 pairs of shoes, ranging from full-on African robes for Oda Mae to a set of dip-dyed ghost outfits.

Unlike a filmset, everything on stage has to be instant. Audiences are much more difficult to wow these days, but GHOST definitely does that.

Actor David Roberts (Carl) enthuses, “Unlike a filmset, everything on stage has to be instant. Audiences are much more difficult to wow these days, but GHOST definitely does that.”

Finally, it was time for curtain up, and we sat riveted to the spot for two and a half hours (apart from a wee ice cream in the interval) – and at the final scene, those tissues came in handy!

Ghost will run at His Majesty's Theatre from the 21st January and is sure to leave you mystified.

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LOCAL HEROES

30 years of supporting those with cancer There can be few of us who have not been touched by cancer, whether it has affected us personally or struck our friends, family or colleagues.

CLAN is reliant on donations from individuals, companies and trusts...

For the past thirty years, Cancer Link Aberdeen and North - better known as CLAN - has done an outstanding job providing help and hope for all those with the disease, whether they are male or female, young or old, through CLAN House in Aberdeen and a network of nine centres reaching from Shetland to Stonehaven.

much needed B&B accommodation for those visiting loved ones or undergoing treatment themselves at ARI.

CLAN is nothing less than a life saver, giving people the strength to carry on and regain confidence, through shared stories, expert help and guidance.

CLAN is reliant on donations from individuals, companies and trusts to be able to provide their vital support services throughout the region. It costs over £2.4million a year to maintain their existing services and this figure is likely to rise as figures suggest that cancer rates could rise 20% by 2020.

CLAN’s team, which includes over 400 volunteers, help run the charity’s shops, drive vans, manage the CLAN library, fundraise and provide a wealth of support from yoga classes to wig styling, from knitting groups to just being there to listen.

CLAN House is an inspiring mix of activity spaces, spa-style rooms for wellbeing therapies, combined with counselling rooms, specialist children’s areas and lounges for relaxation or having a chat.

The charity’s CLAN Haven provides

That CLAN has achieved so much in thirty years is commendable, that they have done so while retaining their original spirit is remarkable.

They rely on us all to help, whether it’s corporate fundraising, popping a pound or two in a collecting can, leaving a legacy or giving some of your time to this excellent local cause. Thanks to CLAN, your spare change could change a life.

Tel: 01224 647000 www.clanhouse.org

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HISTORY

Tucked away to the North of Aberdeen city centre lies Old Aberdeen – a once influential independent burgh where bishops predominantly occupied the seat of power and presided over decisions about church and state. Today, Old Aberdeen serves primarily as the main campus of the University of Aberdeen but if you can find time for a walk around its hallowed paths, it also serves as a window into the history of this great city.

With so much architectural diversity on display in Old Aberdeen, it is difficult to know where to begin, but St. Machar’s Cathedral will definitely not disappoint. With its medieval twin towers and heraldic ceiling, this building is a monument to the long line of bishops responsible for its construction. Many of the bishops are now entombed within the building and legend even says that one quarter of William Wallace is buried within the Cathedral walls.

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Old Aberdeen is the Old Town House, a restored Georgian building that has served as everything from a masonic lodge to a police headquarters. At the South end you will find the Powis Gates, an impressive duo of minaret towers erected by Hugh Fraser Leslie in 1834. And like all good towns, there is some botanical diversity on display in the 11 acres of the Cruickshank Botanical Gardens. quadrangle, the college is punctuated

by King’s College Chapel with its iconic Crown Tower, Cromwell Tower which serves today as an observatory, and the baronial Elphinstone Hall with its notable arches.

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The original motto for Old Aberdeen was ‘Through harmony, small things increase.’ If this ancient town is the predecessor to the booming city we know today, then there must have been a lot of harmony here.

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There’s nothing like a new handbag to lift your spirits and finish off an outfit perfectly.

Thanks to John Lewis Aberdeen, we have gorgeous Aspinal of London Hepburn bag, worth £595, up for grabs in this issue of Trend.

The capacious yet minimalist design of the Hepburn is ideal for both work and casual wear, looking equally stylish for work, lunch with friends or a shopping trip. Available in navy, red, or black lizard, tan ostrich or the sublime monochrome Saffiano, you’ll never want to carry anything else.

Aspinal of London has an international reputation for its handmade quality, superb craftsmanship and excellence in design. They produce some of the most covetable handbags and accessories we’ve ever lusted after. So much so that we considered setting an impossibly difficult competition question just so we could keep the prize. You can see for yourself at John Lewis in Aberdeen.

Aspinal of London’s signature look combines beautiful leather with mouth-watering contrasting suede and silk-lined pockets in stunning combinations. The company employs both British and Italian craftsmen and artisans who combine quality sensual materials, colour, function, fashion and style to make products that both look and feel superb. The leather used in creating Aspinal products is vegetable-tanned and dyed using natural plant extracts such as bark and rind, chestnut and mimosa and other organic dyes, then hand treated with oils or beeswax to enhance its intensity. Aspinal uses only quality materials like premium pigskin also known as Jewel Calf, plush Soft-Suede, English Bridle leather and Aspinal’s signature Amazon Croc Calf as well as the new Lizard leather which is now being used across the entire men and women’s range.

To enter, just go to the competitions page at www.trendmagazine.co.uk and answer this question:

How many colours does the Hepburn bag from Aspinal of London come in?

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Over the last seven years some £450,000 has been raised for DCT and the other partner charities based locally in the North-east. This year's ball and the monies raised by the marathon runners is anticipated to be just over £40,000 benefitting both DCT and Charlie’s House.

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The Langham, Connaught, Four Seasons UK Hotel Collection, Mandarin Oriental & Jo Malone exhibited to PAs for the first time.

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THE LAST WORD

Meeting Aberdeen Football Club chief executive Duncan Fraser on the lush green turf of Pittodrie, it takes a nano-second to realise he is no dry accountant. No, no, the 49-year-old Aberdonian, who grew up in England, is consumed with a passion for the 110-year-old club and has a hunger for it to enjoy more success.

We are speaking on the 30th anniversary of the Dons’ first leg UEFA Supercup game against Hamburg in Germany which ended goalless and was followed by a 2-0 triumph at home on December 20, 1983.

That win capped a remarkable year for the club which had earlier lifted the European Cup-Winners’ Cup in Gothenburg, defeating the mighty senors from Real Madrid 3-2 after extra time.

“I was taking an honours degree in business studies at Robert Gordon’s Institute of Technology at the time of all this success under manager Alex Ferguson,” said Duncan. “I love it when Aberdeen win and those European triumphs continue to be an inspiration to all of us at Pittodrie. I signed up to work here 11 years ago as company secretary when Keith Wyness was my boss and I have been blessed to work with wonderful people who all have a passion for the club and are desperate for more success.

“There is a feel good factor about the place and that can only be good for the city and outlying parts from where we get tremendous support.“ The long wait to add fresh silverware to the trophy cabinet at Pittodrie resumes in the new year when the Dons meet St Johnstone at Tynecastle in Edinburgh on February 1 in the semi-final of the Scottish League Cup. Duncan can’t wait and nor can the 12,000 fans expected to be in the Capital that day shouting on their heroes. “We can make it feel like a home game,” he added, “as we will have about 75% of the crowd that day.”

A win would take Aberdeen to a cup final at Hampden and a win there would mean so much. Said Duncan: “It would get the monkey off our backs that we have starved our fans of success and that would be a massive boost.”

Meanwhile, the sports-mad chief executive, who is married with a son of 16, will continue to live up to the words on the sign on the wall behind his desk: Keep calm and carry on.

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