Trend Magazine June | July 2015

A BRAND NEW BODY FROM FITNESS BEYOND TICKETS TO HMT A STAY AT THE MAGNIFICENT DURN HOUSE A BOTTLE OF PRIZE WINNING NB GIN A THAI FEAST AT EDINBURGH’S CHAOPHRAYA

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12 HEALTH

12 Beach ready bodies with Rob Currie 13 Try Hot Yoga 16 Win a new body with a personal training from Fitness Beyond

18 FASHION

18 Sweetness and light 28 Flashback fashion - it’s back to the Seventies

24 LIFESTYLE

24 Trend Talks…

82 Win a midweek stay at the fabulous Durn House 83 Meet actress Emma-Christina McLean 92 Pedal Power mountain bikes 100 We’re seen in all the best places - Trendy Locations 101 Special offers for Trend readers 104 Peter Mitchell meets Julia Dalley

34 BEAUTY

34 Trend rounds up the latest beauty products

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39 FOOD & DRINK

41 Win a bottle of prizewinning NB Gin 43 Or a Thai feast for four at Chaophraya Edinburgh 44 Trend Tries…Mains of Drum 50 And meets the man behind the menu at Musa

56 INTERIORS

56 Kitschen Sync - bright accessories for the heart of the home 66 Perfect Patios

76 TRAVEL & LEISURE 76 Festival Summer 87 Ahoy Portsoy!

90 Courtney heads off in a Deeside Classic Camper…

84 ARTS & CULTURE

84 Win tickets to The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time 85 Peacock Visual Arts 86 Music in Hospitals 88 Jewellery designer Catarina Salavisa 91 Best beach books

EVERY GIRL should have one!

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The Trend office is filled with anticipation at the moment in the hope of a gloriously sunny, warm summer. With the exception of Ryan and Stephen, we’re optimistically hoping to cast off our winter plumage and emerge in a froth of floaty florals and sandals looking like a mid-Seventies shampoo ad. It’d be easier if the sudden hail storms would stop, though.

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DONNA MURRAY, PHOTOGRAPHER

Whatever the weather, there’s tons to enjoy in and around the city over the summer. We’ve been out and about on your behalf - exploring new shops, products, the latest looks, places to eat and activities. Courtney hit the road in a classic camper van, Peacock gave us a workshop tour and we’ve met some great artists and designers. We’ve also been busy putting the finishing touches to the Life with Style Awards night. And the winner is? We’ll let you know in the next issue! Talking of prizes, there

Donna is a photographer from Aberdeen. She graduated from Napier university with a BA HONS in photography and film in 2006.

are some fabulous competitions in this issue and we’ve got all the photos from some of the most glamourous events, including our own Garden Party in our Society Pages.

photography, gaining national recognition for her style. Her love of travel and photography takes her around the world, winning SWPP travel photographer of year in 2011 and most recently exhibiting her series of maternal health images in Malawi and India at the Scottish Parliament building. Donna remains in Aberdeen working as a freelance photographer, taking on weddings, commercial and PR work.

Whatever you get up to, we hope your summer is filled with joy...

on the cover

Jade’s cover-look was created with...

FACE Face & Body, Strobe Creme, Studio Concealer, Mineralize Powder, Skin Finish ‘Soft & Gentle’, Pro Powder ‘Sculpt’ EYES & BROWS Warm Neutrals Palette, Eye Pencil ‘Smoulder’ & ‘Coffee’, Sculpt Mascara, Eyebrow ‘Stud’ And ‘Twig’ CHEEKS Hipness Blush, Wash & Dry Collection Highlight LIPS Lipstick ‘Tumble Dry’ All Mac Cosmetics Make-Up by Rae Mathieson www.raemathieson.com

She then ventured in to press

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DIRECTOR GILL BUYERS gill@trendmagazine.co.uk EDITOR ALISON DANIELS alison@trendmagazine.co.uk SALES & MARKETING CLARE FINDLAY clare@trendmagazine.co.uk EMILY PIRIE emily@trendmagazine.co.uk DESIGN RYAN SWINNEY ryan@trendmagazine.co.uk LISA THOMPSON lisa@trendmagazine.co.uk ADMINISTRATION JILL WALKER jwalker@trendmagazine.co.uk CONTRIBUTORS Newsline Media, Courtney O’Grady, Alison Shaw, Peter Mitchell, Stephen-Davy Osborne, Kirsty McLean, Jan Leatham, Carol Leslie & Emily Pirie STYLIST Hayley Charles MAKE-UP Rae Mathieson PRINT Stephens & George Print Group 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 held responsible for unsolicited material. The views and opinions by contributors in the magazine may not represent the views of the publisher.

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The Life With Style Awards 2015 Finalist’s evening celebrated all the finalists in each category by presenting them all with a certificate.

Jennifer McCormack, Yvette Rayner & Lucy Tuck

Lisa Duthie, Karine Franck & Amanda Aitken

Rachel West, Liz Thomson & Michelle Ferguson

They sipped champagne and enjoyed canapes provided by their hosts at Ardoe House Hotel & Spa. This year’s awards attracted many new businesses into all the categories resulting in a total of 47 finalists!

Tracy Hamilton & Craig Forbes

Jane Spiers & Gus Cruickshank The 2015 Life With Style Awards Finalists

ENABLE Scotland, Scotland’s largest charity for people with learning disabilities their families and their carers held its third Ladies Lunch in Aberdeen’s Malmaison Hotel.

Carol Ferguson, Pauline Strachan & Diana Johnson

Karen Stewart & Adele Slater

Karen Gauld & Judith MacDonald

Suzanne Gardiner & Laura Hall

Michelle Finnie & Linda Wilcox

Kerry Mac, Ashley Moore & Sara Seravlaai

Sarah Gill, Jennifer Craw & Patricia Straughen

TV broadcaster and presenter Alison Walker hosted Handbags & Gladrags, and 100 of Scotland’s glamorous ladies were entertained by comedienne Jenny Éclair. Prizes included an eight day Silversea Cruise to Barbados, an original Jonathan Saunders coat, and specially designed and hand made Italian shoes by Jamie Cuffy. Celebrity Chef Nick Nairn made a surprise visit to the lunch, popping in to chat to the ladies and very kindly donated an exclusive ‘in-house’ experience to boost the fundraising activities. The event raised £18k for the Charity.

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OWNER OF BWE PARTNERSHIP, RON SHANKS WITH ROBERT AND BRENDA JACKSON WHO FARM AT NEW MAINS OF GUYND

CONSTRUCTION SET TO COMMENCE ON SCOTLAND’S LARGEST SOLAR PARK Aberdeen-based BWE Partnership has announced that work is set to commence on the construction of one of Scotland’s first commercial-scale solar parks.

Located on farmland in Arbroath, construction of a 9.5 MW, ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) park on the 50 acre site will begin at the end of 2015, with the potential to produce enough energy to power around 6,670 homes once operational.

New Mains of Guynd Solar Park has all the appropriate legal agreements in place, as well as having secured a connection to the electrical grid. The solar park is on schedule to be constructed and generating electricity by early next year. For more information visit www.bwep.co.uk

THE PERFECT

beach body?

Every year we’d like hit the beach with confidence, but that six-pack looks like a keg and there’s no danger of being mistaken for a supermodel. So are there any magic fixes to get you that perfect beach bod? Nope. The good news is that if you work at it, and follow these tips, you can begin to change your body for the better in just a few weeks:

Cut your calories under your daily recommended intake by around 500 kcals per day. Avoid processed foods, opt for natural foods and as many fresh veg as possible.

Lay off the booze and drink 3-4 litres of ice cold water per day.

Lift some weights to increase your metabolism and burn calories.

High Intensity Interval Training is a great way to increase your energy expenditure. Use a personal trainer for a few sessions and get a structured program for optimal results.

NEW SOS BALM FROM ORGANICA J Jacqui Christie, proprietor of Organica J in Finzean, Aberdeenshire is delighted to be able to offer her new Skin SOS Balm in response to many customer requests. The company’s Calendula and Comfrey ointments have been bestsellers for years but Jacqui realised that a specific product was needed to help with scarring, including the damage caused by psoriasis, eczema, new tattoos or after tattoo removal. As ever, the Skin SOS Balm is made with 100% organic and wild crafted ingredients including Jacqui’s own comfrey crop! www.organicaj.co.uk

ROB CURRIE SAYS THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS...

Yoga gets HOT Instructor Emma Ross has brought Hot Yoga to the city with new classes at Danestone Community Centre.

Hot Yoga, a flowing sequence of Power Vinyasa Yoga postures, takes place in a heated studio which helps movements flow more easily and really burns up the calories. It’s faster and sweatier than traditional yoga, but more fun and less regimented than

Bikram, so it’s ideal for beginners and the more experienced alike. Emma is hoping to run additional classes in a city centre location soon.

Classes are £10 for pay as you go, or £54 for a six week block. hotyogaabz@gmail.com www.hotyogaabz.co.uk

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TOE RAG APPAREL

IMAGE: ABBIE RODGER

In September 2014, Aberdeen Lynx Ice Hockey Club captain Jordan Leyden, and forward Callum Smith launched Toe Rag Apparel, a streetwear clothing brand, specialising in t-shirts, hoodies and beanies. Aimed at late teens and upwards, the duo want to push boundaries to create a unique brand in the Aberdeen market, and plan to branch out with a number of other products in the near future.

Model, Tristan Cameron Harper, (who has previously featured in Vogue Italia) has modeled the brand’s clothing and is a huge fan. www.toeragapparel.com

SEAWEED SKINCARE Spa Technologies UK has just launched a new high-end skincare range, perfect for more mature skins. The unique formulations, serums and creams blend natural active ingredients into a 70% food-grade seaweed base.

The result is a nutrient-rich product that provides protection against aging without relying on chemicals and helping to repair and build the collagen matrix restoring tone and elasticity to the skin. Buy it from www.veganbeautyskincare.com

ELEMIS FOR MEN Not to be left out when it comes to looking good, Elemis have just launched two products for men who want to keep looking like boys. The lightweight AntiFatigue Day Cream (£36) has Amazonian Pracaxi Oil to regulate hydration levels and magnesium-rich Olivine to boost cell energy levels. The cooling, protective Eye Gel (£25) combines White Willow extract to combat inflammation, and Sugar Beet Betaine and Yeast Extract to reduce the appearance or tiredness. Available online at www.johnlewis.com

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If you’re feeling a bit tired, lumpen and luggish, well we have just the prize for you!

We’ve teamed up with Fitness Beyond to offer one Trend reader the chance to work with one of Fitness Beyond’s experienced team of personal trainers to help you achieve and exceed your goals, so you reach your full health and

Thanks to Scott’s comprehensive approach and impressive understanding of how to reach optimal fitness, Fitness Beyond has developed a reputation for being able to produce remarkable results. Their

fitness potential. Whether you want to build muscle, improve your cardio fitness or just drop a few pounds, Fitness Beyond can help build a whole new you!

website profiles some of their clients and their achievements are truly inspiring, so check out www.fitnessbeyond.co.uk

The winner will get two gym-based personal training sessions per week, advice on what to eat to achieve their goals and a customised training programme at the Banks O’Dee sports club’s amazing Abbotswell Road facilities for ten weeks. The whole package is worth over £500.

Fitness Beyond offers a free consultation for potential clients and reduced gym membership fees at the Banks O’Dee facility. Fitness Beyond clients can also take the sports club’s aerobic, spinning and circuit classes for free, depending on the advice of their personal trainer.

To book a free consultation e-mail info@fitnessbeyond.co.uk

After an initial consultation to discuss your goals and a structural balance assessment, your trainer will work with you, providing support, guidance and motivation.

Training is available for individuals, or two to three friends training together.

Fitness Beyond was started by fitness enthusiast, Scott Brady, who has previously taken part in Men’s Health Magazine’s search for a cover star.

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

WHO FOUNDED FITNESS BEYOND?

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WITH MATT OF FINNIES THE JEWELLER The debate is still raging between digital disciples and traditionalists after the recent launch of the new Apple watch.

While some in the traditional watch industry may be apprehensive about smartwatches, there are others who see their merits.

I believe there is a place for both traditional watchmaking and digital innovation. The Apple Watch launch has made watchmakers sit up and take notice and it has shone a spotlight on the industry

as a whole which is fantastic. I think there is a place for everything and nothing can quite compare with the craftsmanship and skill that goes into creating a fantastic watch.

It is not a case of having to either have the Apple Watch or a traditional one. At the end of the day people often aspire towards the higher end and that is something that is never going to change.

MATTHEW FINNIE is recognised as one of Britain’s leading watch buyers and is the specialist within the management team at Finnies the Jeweller in Aberdeen, a family firm which has been serving the North-east for almost 60 years from its George Street store. For further information visit www.finniesjewellers.co.uk.

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ABOVE LEFT | French Connection Blazer £145 French Connection Trouser £85 Jigsaw Floral Top £110 All John Lewis Peter Kaiser Shoes £135 @hamishmunro Jimmy Choo Clutch RIGHT | Floral Blazer £65 Floral

Bag £365 Cruise ABOVE RIGHT | YSL Bag £1590 Ted Baker Skirt £270 Darling Holly Top £35 All Cruise Hogl Shoes £149 All @hamishmunro

Trouser £42 Both Oasis Ted Baker Top £35 John Lewis OUR THANKS | MODEL: Jade McKay from Colours Agency, Glasgow PHOTOGRAPHER: Donna Murray STYLING: Hayley Charles MAKE-UP: Rae Mathieson HAIR: Louise Chrystal STOCKISTS: Cruise, @hamishmunro, John Lewis & Oasis VENUE: Raemoir House Hotel, Banchory

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LINDSEY MITCHELL, 20 VISUAL MERCHANDISER My first CD was a Westlife one, actually an album.

Tragic but true.

FIONA MACPHERSON, 22 CUSTOMER ASSISTANT

RUARAIDH MCMAHON, 35 WORKS IN I.T.

My first CD…it think it was The Vengaboys or something. The one about the Vengabus.

It must have been Guns n Roses, Appetite for destruction. What an album.

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What was the first ever CD that you bought?

KIERAN HAMILTON, 20 VM AT MARKS & SPENCER The first CD I bought… think it was Busted? I can’t remember what CD it was but it was out in 2000.

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RACHEL GORDON, 23 TEMP ADMIN ASSISTANT

First CD? It would have been a record, LP. Most probably The Clash, London’s Burning.’

My first would probably have been a tape. I think Steps 5,6,7,8.

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DOUBLE THE GLAMOUR IN ROSEMOUNT

GLENEAGLES OPENS NEW INDOOR TENNIS CENTRE Whatever the Scottish summer brings, one thing is guaranteed - rain won’t stop play on Gleneagles’ new indoor tennis courts! Launched in May, the four acrylic surfaced courts are available to “Pay & Play” with no membership required, for £26 per court for 1 hour.

Private lessons are on offer from a team of LTA coaches, and coaching programmes will run all summer.

The coaching programmes are designed so you can attend the full programme, or drop-in and participate in a session, and all levels are catered for. See www.gleneagles.com/tennis for more information.

Simply Bliss Beauty is expanding the business of beauty in Rosemount. Two shops away from the existing business, owner Lisa Deakin plans to open an express beauty salon, called B-Bar. There she will offer express make-up, nail and eyebrow & lash appointments for those in search of speedy glamour. Little sister salon B-Bar is at 131 Rosemount Place and will open on 4th June with some special treats for customers dropping by. www.simplyblissbeauty.com

SHARE IT WITH TREND We are looking for short articles for our Aug/Sept issue. Send your information to clare@trendmagazine.co.uk before 10th July 2015.

ABERDEEN CHARITY BOOSTED BY COMPANY FUNDRAISING EFFORT A generous 12-month support package by a local firm has enabled a North-east charity to step up its provision of counselling services throughout the area. Mental Health Aberdeen (MHA) has received £26,724.62 thanks to the efforts of Anderson Anderson and Brown LLP (AAB), whose staff chose to support MHA as their charity of the year. The chartered accountancy firm has taken part in a wide variety of fundraising initiatives, including the Baker Hughes 10k last year and doing their bit in the ice bucket challenge, to a prize draw for a four ball at Trump International Golf Links, cake sales and numerous other activities. www.mha.uk.net

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hoosing the right school for your child is a complex and emotional decision, particularly when it comes to finding the optimal learning and development environment for girls. Every parent wants the best for their child; the perfect blend of a supportive learning environment where girls are stretched and challenged, but also encouraged to take part in sports, drama, music, art, extra-curricular activities and where they are nurtured to become well-rounded and confident in their abilities. This is where Kilgraston, the exceptional girls’ boarding school, comes in.

excellent teaching with traditional core values, developing the pupils’ intellectual qualities alongside personal growth, kindness, respect for others, and encouraging curiosity and a contribution to society.

It’s a place where pupils are genuinely happy, free from the social pressures prevalent in many schools. Here, girls have the chance to fulfil their true potential in a supportive learning and social environment, making lifelong friends.

Kilgraston is a world away from the old-fashioned notion of a girls’ boarding school as a jolly hockey sticks, St. Trinian’s

You’ll find a huge sports hall, swimming pool, floodlit tennis courts, a new language lab, science centre, theatre, three astroturf pitches, stables and even a recording studio on the exceptionally well equipped Kilgraston Estate. Boarders,

sort of place, with gloomy dorms and even gloomier catering. Instead, the school combines modern facilities and

from the age of eight to eighteen, live in informal houses in small groups, benefiting from individual attention.

As you’d expect from such a wellequipped school, Kilgraston’s academic results are outstanding, with many of the pupils going on to top UK universities and a wide range of courses.

Over half of upper sixth form pupils hold unconditional offers from their chosen universities and there are plenty of academic studies that prove that - for girls, single-sex education results in more confident, self-assured pupils with improved exam results. Amongst other accolades, Kilgraston is the Scottish Independent School of the Year and there are a number of scholarships and bursaries available.

It’s not just about outstanding academic achievement at Kilgraston; the emphasis is also on producing well-rounded, articulate, compassionate and confident pupils, who can deal with anything life throws at them with resilient aplomb. The school attracts top class teaching talent, under the aegis of School Principal Mrs Dorothy MacGinty.

There are around 300 girls at Kilgraston, half of whom board and half are day pupils. Most are UK based, some with ex-pat parents and others come to the rolling Perthshire acres from overseas.

Kilgraston remains an all-girls school, with the exception of the day nursery, where many of the pupil’s younger siblings, both male and female, get off to the best of starts.

Kilgraston was founded in 1933 by nuns from the Sacred Heart Society and is part of a network of schools spanning Australia, Canada, the USA and Malta.

Although the nuns departed decades ago, the school still retains a strong commitment to faith, with a mass on Sundays. While the school retains a Catholic tradition, many of the pupils are of other faiths or no faith, with under a fifth of boarders coming from overseas.

They say that your school days are the happiest days of your life. Thanks to the school’s unbeatable combination of an inclusive, caring, vibrant school community, impressive resources, small classes, dedicated staff and world-class education, at Kilgraston that may well be true.

...the emphasis is also on producing wellrounded, articulate, compassionate and confident pupils, who can deal with anything life throws at them with resilient aplomb.

Bridge of Earn, Perthshire PH2 9BQ Tel: 01738 812257 reception@kilgraston.com admissions@kilgraston.com www.kilgraston.com

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FLASHBACK

FASHION This summer fashion takes a nostalgic wander back to the 1970s, reviving everything from western cowgirl

The ‘prairie girl’ look is popular so try plaits in your hair and floral headbands.

Formalwear mimics some of the 70s

fringing, denim and the softest of suedes, to boho floaty chiffons and florals for evenings.

fashion staples, for work try high waisted navy trousers, a chiffon blouse with a stacked heel boot and a saddle bag. Suede plays a pivotal part in seventies revival, look out for a brightly coloured suede item like a jacket or skirt and incorporate this into your workwear.

This isn’t the first time we’ve seen a Seventies retro revival: over the past few summers there has been a huge following for hippie styles and looks.

Balmain gave us crochet, Gucci gave us the western touch and Chanel crafted beautifully floaty dresses long enough to hug the entire catwalk.

For casual day styles, introduce textures like denim and linen, keep it feminine with embellishments like embroidery or fringing, a fringed scarf or waistcoat are key for this season. Look for denim with

Floral patterns and light materials are big news in eveningwear. Mix textures like chiffon, thick crochet and lace trimmings on dresses and gypsy style tops. Longer lengths in skirts and dresses, bell sleeves on tops and wide leg palazzo pants evoke the seventies effortlessly - perfect if you want to create your own version of Saturday

girly embroidery on pockets and cuffs.

Night Fever.

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ith so many news items featuring the demise of the high street and independent shops it is heartening to read that this month Nova, the gift shop in Chapel Street, is celebrating 50 years of trading on the same site and under the same ownership.

Nova was established at around the same time as Laura and Bernard Ashley started out printing tea towels on their kitchen table and Nova was one of their first customers.

The familiar logo was designed by a Gray’s post graduate student Donald Addison and it has remained fresh and stylish for 47 years.

Back in 1965 Rosemary was frustrated that all the new design led products she saw in magazines were largely only available in London shops. Her interest in modern design was the driving force compelling her to open Nova and bring the clean lines of Scandinavian design to Aberdeen.

The shop was the first to introduce wedding lists and a personal gift-wrapping service, and this pioneering style has enabled Nova to trade successfully through the ups and downs of the last 50 years. Celebrations took place on Thursday 23rd April with a 1960s themed day in the shop. www.novagifts.co.uk

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LESLEY KELLY was the lucky winner of a beautiful Raymond Weil ‘Noemia’ watch as featured in the Finnies competition in our Feb/ Mar issue of Trend. Pictured here is the delighted Lesley being presented with her prize from Matthew Finnie.

‘I was so excited to receive the call saying I’d won the competition. It was great going into the shop, especially as I’d worked just a few feet away a number of years ago. The watch was fitted to my wrist while I waited so I walked away with it there and then. I love it! A big thanks to Finnies and Trend’

Whether you are glamping on our shores or jetting off to distant lands, you’ll want to look your best. And whilst we still like to sport a healthy glow, gone are the days of baking in the sun to achieve patchy and damaging results. Here at Trend, we have rounded up a holiday bag of sophisticated products from respected brands to have you glowing from top to toe, and don’t forget the SPF!

CLARINS RADIANCE PLUS GOLDEN GLOW BOOSTER is the winner of the Best New Self-Tan Product, and rightly so. We tested this with the HydraQuench SPF 15 moisturiser for normal to dry skin, two drops in with the usual amount you would apply to the face, and hey presto, a natural-looking golden glow that is simple to apply and convincing to husbands, as in ‘You don’t need foundation as you’ve got a bit of a tan from being outside’. High recommendation indeed. Clarins also do the same in a slightly larger container for the body, and recommend 3-4 drops to add to your favourite body moisturiser.

BOBBI BROWN’S SHIMMERING SANDS EYE PALETTE is a fantastic travel size product with 12 shades of glittering glamour to choose from. Their back-to-basics approach lets you create a range of classic looks, layering subtle shades to achieve a grown-up look.

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NUXE HUILE PRODIGIEUSE® OR DRY OIL GOLDEN SHIMMER 50ML is available from Marks & Spencer and is truly a wonder product. Its multi-purpose formula makes it a holiday must-have as it will transform your face, body and hair from one little bottle. A unique combination of six concentrated natural oils including Borage, St. John’s Wort, Sweet Almond, Camellia, Hazelnut, Macadamia as well as Vitamin E and no preservatives or mineral oils makes this product a natural choice. Easily absorbed and applied, your skin and hair will be left sensual, soft and shimmering.

BOBBI BROWN SANDY NUDES COLLECTION is inspired by the shades and textures of sand from beaches around the world. Perfect for complementing your healthy tanned look are two limited edition nail varnishes called Nude and Naked, both adding an ever-so subtle touch of colour.

Chanel LUMIÈRE D’ETÉ ILLUMINATING POWDER in Golden Bronze is by far the prettiest compact we have seen in some time, but beauty is as beauty does, so we wanted to see the results. This powder looks dark in the compact, but goes on so sheer that you can apply to cheekbones, forehead and lids to give your skin a subtle summer glow. This isn’t a bronzer, but will complement a tan perfectly, and adding an extra layer at night will boost your look. Long lasting on the skin and in the packaging, this is a keeper.

Illamasqua is an exciting make-up brand developed for professional make-up artists, with its roots in the dark 1920s club scene - hailed as champions of creativity and empowerment since they were launched in London in 2008. Their GLAMORE LIPSTICK in Starkers is a summer make-up necessity. Long-lasting hydration and satin comfort finish will have you rocking this year’s nude look. And for the very brave, there is a cobalt blue lipstick called Vendetta in Illamasqua’s brand new range To Be Alive….go on, we dare you!

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Lucy McLeod and her team are creating a bit of a stir at The Dormouse & Teacup, a vintage retro teashop with a difference in Inverurie.

Ask any mother and they’ll tell you that it’s still difficult to find a good place for a cup of tea and a chat, which actively welcomes and caters for children yet still appeals to adults. Often the options come down to plastic ball pits, equally plastic sandwiches or stiff chairs. However, D&T truly succeeds in evoking a home from home atmosphere coupled with gorgeous grub that’s a hit with customers of all ages.

Tiny felt dormice, each with its own name, pop their heads out from shelves, pretty crockery vies with vintage aprons for kitsch appeal and the whole place is an eclectic treat where children are enthralled by the décor and really made to feel at home by the staff.

As one of nine children, Lucy has sought to recreate the atmosphere of busy family mealtimes - full of

happy chatter, fun and contentment. Children love the smoothies, fresh fruit juices and milkshakes on offer and both of the menus are carefully designed using quality ingredients, locally sourced where possible, to make fun, balanced and inspired dishes.

Naked Bean Coffee, 14 types of Teapigs tea, as well as a great selection of Fentimans botanical juice drinks will satisfy thirsty adults, as will the rotating menu featuring ten scrumptious types of cake, including a lighter option and a gluten free choice. The full afternoon tea is a yummy delight, with delicious fruit tarts, macaroons and potted desserts.

It’s easy to see why The Dormouse & Teacup has become such a huge hit since it opened. It’s a real treat for the whole family.

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A SLICE OF SOCIAL ENTERPRISE If you’ve munched your way through the bread basket at some of the North-east’s best regarded hotels and restaurants, or popped into the bakery and café on Rosemount Viaduct, you’ll already know that The Breadmaker makes some of the best bread you’ll ever taste, as well as delicious snacks and patisserie. Go behind the scenes and you’ll discover there’s a lot more to the business...

The Breadmaker’s story starts many years ago with Doctor Denis Durno, who became convinced of the benefits of an inclusive and supported work environment for adults with learning disabilities through his work with similar organisations.

He was keen to create a business where adults with a learning disability could participate in the every aspect of the work, helping to break down barriers and change attitudes.

Since opening in 2006, The Breadmaker has gone from strength to strength. The apprentices are at the heart of everything the bakery does. Over fifty apprentices have been engaged with the scheme so far, working alongside staff and a dedicated band of volunteers.

It’s real work in a real work environment, with many of the current apprentices working towards SVQ qualifications in employability skills, attending courses at college and placements with other employers. Importantly, the apprentices develop a varied social life, with recreational and fitness activities, giving the opportunity to participate in city life more fully.

The Breadmaker have diversified into supplying high quality buffets to corporate clients as well as wholesale bread and confectionery to many top hotels and restaurants.

It’s an enormously valuable service for adults with a learning disability as so much of who we are is defined by what we do.

Apprentices gain real skills, self-esteem, social inclusion, new friends and an enormous sense of achievement from being part of a thriving business. All that, and they make the best bread in the city.

50 - 52 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NT Tel: 01224 641250 admin@thebreadmaker.org.uk www.thebreadmaker.org.uk

IN BRIEF | ALL THE LOCAL NEWS SNIPPETS FROM AROUND THE NORTH-EAST

POP UP WILD THYME Wild Thyme Pop Ups are a new dining concept in Aberdeen. The catering outfit is working with local businesses, suppliers and local people to host several events throughout 2015.

As with any pop up restaurant, where and when they pop up is the big surprise, be sure to look out on Face book and Twitter for the latest news.

Alternatively if you would like to plan a private event, contact them at wildthyme15@outlook.com

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OCH AYE, OLÉ?

Union Street’s La Tasca are celebrating all things Scottish with the introduction of some tartan tapas - a fusion of Mediterranean favourites and local food ingredient icons. You can try the Patatas Bravasheart washed down with a jug of Irn Bru Sangria. There’s also a Haggis Paella on the menu. www.latasca.com

LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER HIGHLIGHTS THIRD WORLD ISSUES

TRADESMAN OF THE YEAR

Donna Murray is a local award-winning photographer, who in the last year has visited maternity clinics in Malawi and India on behalf of Immpact, a charity based at Aberdeen University, which is a global research initiative for the evaluation of maternal and newborn health intervention strategies in developing countries.

Donna exhibited her series of maternity images at Holyrood in May, and she says of her experience, ‘It has been amazing and very humbling, it’s always difficult to

The winner of this career-changing award sponsored by Original 106FM will be announced at the awards ceremony on 12th June at Pittodrie.

The finalists are Alistair Peterson and his brother Norman, both of whom are stonemasons for Peterkin Homes; Brian Marshall, a self-employed electrician; David Heap who has his own painting

photograph people in developing countries, especially when they are in such a vulnerable position, you have to be understanding, calm and not too obtrusive.

It was a very positive experience even though the poverty was clear’. www.donnamurrayphotography.com

and decorating business; and John McConnachie, a joiner with FM contstruction. www.scottishhomeshow.com

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Gin is the spirit on everyone’s lips, so we’re offering eight lucky readers the chance to win a bottle of one of

famous, and has just been named as the world’s best London Dry Gin at the World Drinks Awards 2015.

Scotland’s newest premium offerings NB Gin. With the nation in the grips of a modern gin craze, it’s a fine time to be a fan of the botanical beverage. We have eight bottles up for grabs, one for each of eight lucky winners.

NB Gin is stilled, blended and bottled in very small batches to ensure that every bottle is of the highest quality.

It is unique in its own perfection and it’s delicious!

Steve and Viv Muir, who produce NB Gin, think that they are doing their bit to fuel the gin revolution from their own little corner of the country in North Berwick.

In less than two years, they’ve gone from dabbling with test tubes, botanicals and a pressure cooker in their kitchen, to producing a terrific tipple. NB Gin has already topped the table in gin reviews, found favour with the rich and

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

WHERE IS NB GIN PRODUCED? The Distillery, North Berwick Tel: 0845 4674547 vmuir@nbgin.co.uk www.nbgin.com

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EDINBURGH’S CHAOPHRAYA

If you love Thai food, you’ll simply adore this competition.

Chaophraya offers Thai gourmet dining in inspirational surroundings on Edinburgh’s Castle Street. Serving authentic Thai delicacies, freshly prepared by highly skilled chefs working in open display kitchens.

It’s not only the food that’ll take your breath away, as Chaophraya boasts an enclosed glass annex with a 180⁰ view of the city, including the iconic Castle and Firth of Forth spread out before you. It’s the perfect backdrop to a special occasion.

Our winner and three friends will start their evening at Chaophraya with a Silver Cocktail Masterclass, under the expert eye of the restaurant’s mixologists. Try your hand at making two delicious cocktails and then take on the mojito race challenge against the rest of your party. Then indulge yourself in luxurious surroundings whilst enjoying authentic Thai delicacies freshly prepared as you work your way through the delicious dishes on the Set Maenum Ping banquet menu. The perfect ending to a perfect day!

Terms & Conditions: The prize includes Silver Masterclass and Set Ping banquet menu for four people, with any additional items or beverages charged as normal. The winner must book within 3 months of winner notification through Events & Marketing Manager. The prize is redeemable only at Chaophraya Edinburgh and not available on public holidays, promotional dates or in combination with any other offer/promotion.

To enter, go to www.trendmagazine.co.uk and answer the following question:

WHAT LANDMARKS CAN BE SEEN FROM CHAOPHRAYA’S GLASS BOX? PS If you can’t wait, Chaophraya’s Aberdeen sister restaurant Thaikun, is proving incredibly popular with the city’s oriental food fans. www.chaophraya.co.uk

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CAROL LESLIE

TREND TRIES The Mains of Drum

On a sunny day off I set off with a friend for lunch to Mains of Drum, the garden centre set in glorious

I followed up with a handmade and deliciously herby cheese and bacon burger with a generous helping

grounds next door to Drum Castle. It’s handy for the city, located in Drumoak.

of chips and salad. My friend chose the daily special, a liberal serving of stovies served with beetroot and skirlie and a pile of oatcakes. This proved to be well balanced and flavoursome, with a great consistency and just the right amount of beef. Certainly no need for the usual game of hunt the meat.

As well as a good selection of well-cared for plants and a gift shop which is great for browsing around, Mains of Drum is also home to a great informal café restaurant.

Heading upstairs to the light and airy restaurant space, we were struck by the happy buzz of contented chatter coming from customers. It’s popular with families and friends, partly due to the extensive menu that means there’s always something to appeal, no matter the time of day or how peckish you are. There’s everything from sandwiches and light bites to steaks and daily specials.

I chose to start with a hearty bowl of Cullen Skink, brimming silkily with fish, leeks and tatties and served with delicious bread freshly baked on the premises.

Service was swift and the staff are all friendly and courteous and seem to enjoy their work. Everything is locally sourced where possible, with the menu listing the suppliers. We discovered this while deciding on dessert, which we didn’t really need. Still, the homemade rice pudding with two spoons went down a treat. Light but comforting, and spotted with sultanas, I’m afraid it was even better than my mum’s.

Sorry Mum!

Drumoak, AB31 5AN Tel: 01330 811000 www.mainsofdrum.co.uk

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Aberdeen’s award-winning late-night cocktail bar Orchid is glowing with new sophistication.

The favourite haunt of discerning drinkers is brimming with a re-defined style - a heady combination of classic élan with a sense of cutting edge and a dash of deco. Think parquet flooring, sleek dark leather and contemporary copper, a nod to the intrigue of the speakeasy with a modern twist.

Against a dramatic backdrop of gorgeous teal blue, a wall studded with scores of cocktail shakers and lit by a glittering array of bare bulbs and shimmering copper storm lanterns; Orchid still delivers the ultimate cocktail experience, but now there’s plenty of space for mingling with friends or colleagues or to sit quietly nursing one of the bar’s signature mixed drinks.

Ben Iravani, managing director of Monkey Bars Ltd. which runs the venue, worked with Grant Christie of local firm ECO Joinery and Orchid’s general manager Martin Farmer, to come up with the concept which

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reflects the contemporary, sophisticated style of the drinks and service.

As a result they’ve pulled off a metamorphosis which simply enhances the bar’s upmarket reputation. The layout has been reconfigured to introduce three large, leather booths at the back of the venue, ideal for large parties or events - corporate evenings, gin and whisky tasting and mixology classes are hugely popular - but there are also more intimate seating areas to enjoy a more leisurely drink.

‘Although there are classic touches we’re a modern bar.

We’ve evolved and we’re ahead of the game’, says Ben. ‘The transformation is beautiful and we’re enjoying introducing established customers and new visitors to Orchid’s new sense of style.’

Langstane Place, Aberdeen info@orchidaberdeen.com orchidlovesyou www.orchidaberdeen.com

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ALL THE LOCAL NEWS SNIPPETS FROM AROUND THE NORTH-EAST

LEADING DEESIDE HOTEL ADDS TO ACCOLADES Banchory’s Tor-na-Coille Hotel & Restaurant have been announced as the North-east regional winner of two categories in the hotly contested 2015 Scottish Hotel Awards, scooping the local honours in the sections for “Romantic Hotel” and “Country House Hotel.”The announcement followed mystery visits by representatives of the Scottish Hotel Awards judging panel and awards were presented at the Crowne Plaza hotel event on 19th April. www.tornacoille.com

MAKE YOURSELF COMFORTABLE OUTSIDE WITH THE MAINS OF DRUM The Mains of Drum Garden Centre are now stockists

CHARITY BALL RAISES VITAL FUNDS FOR THE NORTH-EAST’S VULNERABLE CHILDREN

of Hartman outdoor furniture. If you’re tired of high maintenance furniture in the garden then take a look at this range which is made in cast aluminium, making it lightweight, strong and resistant to rust. Ergonomically designed for comfort, it is stylish and durable as well as being easy to clean with no need for covers. Home delivery available. www.mainsofdrum.co.uk

Over the years the Touch of Tartan Ball has raised an incredible £1.7m for CHILDREN 1st and is one of the most popular events in the Aberdeen social calendar.

The charity campaigns to give every young person a safe and happy childhood and provides support services for victims of trauma, neglect or abuse. This year’s ball takes place at the Beach Ballroom on Friday 20th November. Anyone interested in supporting the ball should contact avril.millington@children1st.org.uk

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Ian Longstaff, Margaret Reid, Lorraine & Graeme Davidson

Guests were treated to a magical evening sprinkled with fairy dust at the Charlie House Neverland Ball.

Joan & Robert Davidson

Max Tate & Claire McWilliam

Claire Murray & Ellie Thornton

Sarah & Steve Forbes

Steve Miller & Jillian Sheran

Cameron & Rebecca Walker

Claire Henry, Jackie McCallum, Nicola Mouat & Michelle Stronach

The ball was held at Ardoe House Hotel. The sparkling event raised over ÂŁ50,000 which will help the charity deliver two new projects in 2015 - a Community Nurse Team and an Activities Co-ordinator, both of which will directly support children with life-limiting conditions and their families.

Charlie House continues with the ongoing development of the desperately needed specialist care facility for the North-east of Scotland.

For the last five years, Orchid has been the home of discerning drinkers, libations lovers and the bon vivants of the Granite City.

Syreen Camilleri-Fyfe, Kerry Falconer & Jenni Little

Sarah Burgess & Mike Kerr

Conor Gault

Martin Murphy & Dave Anderson

Lindsey Robinson, Iain Selkirk, Holly McIntosh & Mike Allison

Gavin Liddle, Amy Donaldson & Grant Christie

Cheryl Martin & Steph Sharp

After its recent refurbishment, Orchid opened its doors to welcome back the cocktail lovers of Aberdeen. Patrons of the bar enjoyed the range of classic and innovative cocktails, for which Orchid has become known, whist admiring the stylish new interior. The new colour scheme and creative design features, which include a model still and a wall of cocktail shakers, warm copper lighting and use of natural wood, all combine to give a modern but relaxed feel.

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Chef Focus

Musa’s Andrew Gray WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE BIT OF KIT? I wouldn’t say I have a favourite bit of kit, but I do appreciate good kitchen team. Give me a chef who can use a knife rather than a £1000 food processor any day!

We put Musa’s Head Chef Andrew Gray Under the grill…

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OF COOKING? At Musa it’s all about simple, seasonal food, drawing on cooking techniques and flavours from around the world.

WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO BECOME A CHEF? I’d always taken a great interest in cooking and food from a young age, but I think I became a chef because both my father and my school teachers told me not to!

HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT SOCIAL MEDIA REVIEWS & FEEDBACK? It is good to get more regular feedback. It makes you aware of what your customers enjoy, like and dislike. It also shows where you need to make improvements. I don’t always agree with people’s feedback but everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

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ALISON DANIELS

ANDY’S PAN FRIED WILD SEA TROUT, WITH WILD GARLIC MASH, BRITISH ASPARAGUS, WARM CRAYFISH, CAPER & CHIVE BUTTER INGREDIENTS (PER PERSON): A 6 or 7 Ounce sea trout fillet, wild if

Butter 25g Olive Oil

possible. Score the skin.

A handful of crayfish tails A portion of mashed potato, made to your usual recipe 3 blanched asparagus spears

Salt & Pepper A bunch of wild garlic leaves 1 Lemon A dozen capers (Drained and Rinsed) 10ml good white wine

METHOD: Puree the wild garlic with 10/15ml of olive oil, add this to the mashed potato and add salt and pepper to taste if needed

a further 30 seconds then remove the fish from pan.

Blanch the asparagus in boiling salted water for 1 minute.

Pan fry the trout skin side down on a medium heat for 5 minutes, flip the fish for 30 seconds onto flesh side, cook for

Add the asparagus, crayfish tails and capers to trout pan, deglaze with white wine, then add 25g chilled unsalted butter. Once the butter has added shine to sauce, check and add seasoning to taste, before adding a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkling of chopped chives.

Serve and enjoy.

Search ‘musa aberdeen’ on the App Store for awesome forthcoming offers and deals 33 Exchange Street, Aberdeen AB11 6PH Tel: 01224 571771 hello@musaaberdeen.com www.musaaberdeen.com 51

THE KILTED CH EF AT EAT ON THE GREEN

There’s something magical about alfresco dining. Preparation is essential for a great BBQ. Use top quality produce and make up a selection of marinades.

Try a mix of ketchup, chilli, and coriander for lamb, beef and pork. For chicken, natural yoghurt, mixed with garlic, lemon and your favourite curry spices is finger-licking good.

Use a digital thermometer to make sure your poultry and meat dishes are properly cooked through. That way

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guests will remember the day for all the right reasons!

Charred halloumi, corn on the cob and roasted vegetable kebabs are always crowd pleasers. Bake sweet potatoes in the oven or campfire, rub them with oil then pop onto the barbecue for five minutes to crisp up. Serve with sea salt served and crème fraiche - just fantastic.

Add in a well-dressed salad or two, something sweet and plenty of chilled drinks and you’ve got it nailed!

14 Shorehead, Stonehaven, AB39 2JU | Tel: 01569 767600

www.shoreheadguesthouse.co.uk

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n alternative home furnishings, furniture and unusual gifts store stocked entirely by Scottish based designers and artists. Offering unique pieces for your home, bespoke options and quality gifts.

85 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NS 01224 652352 | us@teaselandtweed.com

The Old Pier, Stonehaven Harbour AB39 2JU Tel: 01569 767600

www.janes-interiors.com

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Nina’s Apartment specialises in original mid-20th century furniture and home décor items, making it perfect for unique pieces. You’ll find sleek Danish furniture, upcycled vintage wares and a feast of Scandi-style kitchenalia, accessories and fabrics. Nina also offers a bespoke service, if you have a piece needing a makeover.

Open on Saturdays from 11 - 4, and at other times by appointment.

Nina’s eye for quality design and manufacture means there are always some stylish bargains to be found, making the shop popular with the

Lethenty Mill, Near Inverurie, AB51 0HQ Tel: 07724 622835 ninasapartment@gmail.com

design and cash-conscious alike.

www.ninasapartment.com

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THE MODERN ART OF TRADITIONAL A privately owned, four star Visit Scotland Hotel.

Our recent restaurant and lounge refurbishment along with the installation of a passenger lift to the first floor, function rooms and bedrooms is now complete.

54 King’s Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YN | 01224 323505

www.atholl-aberdeen.co.uk

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FROM LEFT: 1 | 3 SIA Wellington Candles £10 2 | Tall Cocktail Glass with Green Sand Chips £26 3 | Green Stripy Fern Pots £30 (Large) £15 (Small) 4 | Hello Marmalade Pot £25 5 | Le Crueset Orange Salt & Pepper Mills £25 each 6 | Segment Holder (White) £16.50 7 | Bright Coloured Tools £6 each 8 | Oven Gloves with Westie £14 9 | Joseph & Joseph Extendable Pot Stand £14 10 | Le Crueset Blue Oval Casserole Dish (Large) £170 all Nova 11 | China Cowprint Teacup & Saucer £23 at Shades of Blue & Grey 12 | Grey Breadbin £29 13 | Grey Tea/Coffee/Sugar Tins £8.50 each 14 | Tall Bottles £3 (750ml) £3.50 (1L) 15 | China Cowprint Butter Dish £27.50 16 | China Cowprint Mugs £10.50 both Shades of Blue & Grey 17 | Slate Cake Stand £40 18 | 3 Le Cruset Mugs £14 19 | 6 Cup Espresso Maker Classic Italian Stove Top Design £15 20 | Hummingbird Bakery Book £20 21 | Steel Book Holder £6 22 | ‘FOOD’ Letters £2 each 23 | Cheese Knives £5.50 24 | Slate Domed Cheese Board £59 25 | Large Sink Caddy £30 26 | Tall Glass SKinny Vase £43 27 | Orange Fluffy Flowers £15 per stem 28 | Joseph & Joseph ‘Marilyn’ Chopping Board £15 29 | LSA Black Tall Jug £26 30 | Sport Glasses £30 per pair. Shot on location at Bon Accord Kitchens Showroom, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen STOCKISTS: Nova & Shades of Blue & Grey

At Bon Accord Glass they know that first impressions are important - that’s why opportunity knocks on every Apeer front door they offer.

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nd it means that every entrance is not only as individual as its owners and their home, but literally safe as houses.

With a fabulous range of styles in a kaleidoscope of colours, the high-security Apeer doors come with police-approved anti-pick locks as standard and the triple-glazed flagship product is also A-rated, making it one of the most energy-

From cottage-style stable doors to the traditional or sleek modern lines of the Modo range with contemporary stainless steel trims, there really is something to suit every house and taste.

Even better, you can build your own door with the Apeer software and choose the look, glass, decorative side or fanlights, hardware, threshold and colour to inject your own identity into

efficient doors available.

your home. And if there’s not enough

Windows & Doors Showroom Bon Accord House, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen

...the triple-glazed flagship product is also A-rated, making it one of the most energy-efficient doors available. choice in their standard or premium ranges of finishes - with everything from rosewood to porcelain blue, mandarin and purple - their bespoke colour service will match a hue to their extensive rainbow of chart shades.

Made of a high-quality composite Apeer doors are arguably the most authentic non-timber

product on the market, low maintenance with a robust colour finish that stays looking good year after year.

Investigate the range at the Aberdeen-based family firm’s Riverside Drive showroom and open up a whole new set of possibilities.

Home Extension Centre Dobbies Garden World, Lang Stracht, Aberdeen

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BRANCHES OUT WITH A NEW CITY STORE

Long-time West End favourite, Treehouse Interiors, has branched out with a brand new store with a focus on urban living and gifts. The gorgeous Treehouse City offers a taste of what’s available at Treehouse’s huge Midmar retail space.

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The new store at 3 Whitehall Road was previously Treehouse’s flooring shop. You’ll still find a selection of flooring, but there’s a lot more on offer. Check out the wonderfully well designed and built Neptune kitchen, living room and bedroom displays, augmented by their paint range and brilliant home accessories - perfect for streamlined city apartments and homes. The full range, which also includes ideas for larger kitchens and country living is on show at Midmar.

Another highlight is Voyage Maison Couture, featuring fabulous Scottish Voyage Sofas, cushions, rugs, lighting, fabrics and prints. Again, Treehouse have curated the collection providing a sophisticated urban approach. The

full selection is available at Midmar, but the cool and calm greys and satins at Treehouse City are perfect for a streamlined interior.

You’ll find it difficult to resist the Treehouse Coffee Shop, one of the West End’s most popular little cafés, with fabulous home bakes, cakes, sandwiches and designer coffees and teas. Perfect for a chat, or just to gather your thoughts while you mull over your home makeover ideas.

The brilliant gift room is a godsend. The Lampe Berger perfume lamps and diffusers smell wonderful. There’s a great selection of candles, accessories and faux

flowers from SIA, a selection of thoughtful baby gifts, as well as toiletries from Scottish Fine Soaps and Arran Aromatics. Add in a selection of limited edition prints from Gallery Treehouse and some fab mirrors and lanterns and it’s like a miniature version of the Midmar store.

If you have more time to dedicate to browsing, then a trip out to Midmar is a must.

Not only is the drive scenic, but paradise awaits anyone giving their home a makeover.

You’ll find one of the most comprehensive selection of wooden flooring in Scotland, with the latest ranges from top suppliers such as Kahrs, Panaget and Broadleaf.. You’ll also find carpeting from Crucial Trading, Alternative Flooring and Victoria, fantastic stone and tile ranges, and stunning laminates and vinyls from Amtico and Berry. There are also door and natural stone showrooms In summer, the decking area is given over to one of the best selections of outdoor furniture around as well as garden accessories and planters. The gift room at Midmar features many of the same brands as the city store, but with an even wider selection and the gallery offers local art, prints, sculpture and cards, so something is bound to take your fancy. Outside, you can plan a home office or garden room, while admiring DabDen’s buildings.

Upstairs, you’ll find four full sized kitchen layouts from Neptune, as well as their home bar, living, dining and bathroom furniture. Treehouse offer a free full 3D AutoCAD design service with the whole Neptune Inventory.

If you have more time to dedicate to browsing, then a trip out to Midmar is a must. Not only is the drive scenic, but paradise awaits anyone giving their home a makeover.

Like the city store, Midmar also stock Voyage Maison, but with more emphasis on rural grandeur. If you’re looking for a focal point, then a visit to Midmar’s showroom of wood burning stones and spectacular fireplaces from Hutcheson’s of Portsoy is a must.

If all the shopping has made you peckish, head downstairs to Café Treehouse, which is run by social enterprise Inspire, where you’ll find a relaxed atmosphere and a moreish menu.

Whether you choose Treehouse City or Treehouse Midmar, you’ll find inspiration and a whole lot more.

Treehouse City (Open Monday - Saturday) 3 Whitehall Road, Aberdeen AB25 2PP Tel: 01224 647744

Treehouse Midmar (Open Seven Days) North Lurg, Midmar AB51 7NB Tel: 01330 830101 www.treehouse.co.uk

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AT SHADES OF BLUE & GREY WE AIM TO TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO A COSY AND WARM SPACE YOU CAN CALL HOME. WE’RE HAPPY TO HELP YOU TRANSFORM YOUR OWN FURNITURE. WE ALSO ACCEPT PAINTING AND UPHOLSTERY COMMISSIONS.

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The fashion event of the season? Mark it in your diaries now‌Trend and Premiere Productions will be bringing you the most fabulous fashion straight from the catwalk on Sunday 22 November at the Music Hall in Aberdeen.

No fighting over who gets to sit on the Front Row, now!

Tickets available soon at www.aberdeenperformingarts.com

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The tiny shop, with a white bicycle parked outside, is a gorgeous treasure house of beautiful little things.

It’s not surprising that they’ve been shortlisted as one of the most promising new businesses in this year’s Life With Style Awards. It’s almost like entering a 1950s village fete, with a feel-good atmosphere and a wonderful selection of joyous little cards, art, bags, jewellery, housewares, vintage finds and heaps more.

It’s the sort of shop where you can go in feeling miserable and you’ll always come out with a smile on your face because everything is so cute - it’s the retail equivalent of Prozac. You’ll find candles, colouring books, pink plastic flamingo cocktail sticks, chunky necklaces, ceramic cufflinks, artisan soaps, cane furniture and a million things you don’t really need, but just can’t resist.

something new and interesting each time you visit from kid’s plates from Reykjavik to delightful picture books, or fabulous printed scarves from London label Onjenu - there’s something desirable in every nook and cranny of the shop.

My Beautiful Caravan isn’t just great for gifts for others, it’s filled with little treats for self-gifting too. You’re bound to find a little something that will brighten up your day, whether it’s handmade chocolates from Cocoa Ooze, delicate silver jewellery or some retro-kitsch vintage kitchenware.

The staff put a lot of effort into their displays and

There’s plenty of parking in the Market Square, opposite the shop. It’s free for the first thirty minutes, which should just about be enough time to browse the fabulous selection of quirky gifts and find that perfect

17 Market Square, Stonehaven Tel: 07802 951904 shop@mybeautifulcaravan.co.uk

into sourcing their brilliant finds. There seems to be

little something to make your day.

www.mybeautifulcaravan.co.uk

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Most outdoor living and entertaining areas include a seating area of some sort. In the North of Scotland we spend a great deal of our year chasing the sun and so it’s important to work out how the sun works in your garden.

It sounds so logical to position the seating area immediately next to the rear of the house for easy access but depending on which direction this faces it may not get any sun at all!

The orientation of your house and garden may mean that that the sun falls in one area in the morning (east-facing) and another in the afternoon (south-facing) and even a third area (west-facing) in the early evening. Deciding where to position

your main seating area will rely on these factors, but having worked out where this is going to be, don’t be afraid to have occasional seating areas for morning coffee and that last gasp of sun in the evening, this can create interest and character in even the smallest of garden spaces.

The main seating area is where all the action is going to take place, so it’s important to consider the maximum number you are likely to cater for regularly, what size and

Kirsty McLean has created hundreds of garden designs, for clients all over the North-east of Scotland, and many community gardens in her work with Beechgrove Garden as guest designer since 2001.

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Yet again, Simpson & Marwick have been recognised as the top property team in the country, at the Scott and Co, Legal Awards.

This is the second year in a row that Simpson & Marwick’s outstanding grasp of the Scottish property market and commitment to customer service has seen them take the trophy as Property Team of the Year.

Aberdeen Property Partner Dave Geddie commented, ‘I am immensely proud that our hard working staff have won back-to-back awards for Scottish Property Team of the Year. The award acknowledges innovation and excellence in the property field and our Residential Property and Estate Agency teams in Edinburgh and North Berwick share the award with our Aberdeen team.

‘To be successful in the competitive arena of residential property sales and purchase you require to provide an excellent and professional personal service supported by the right people at a competitive fee. We always strive to give our purchase clients the best possible advice based on our in depth knowledge of the local market. On the sales front, every client is allocated a dedicated sales negotiator to help and guide them through the sale process backed up by an experienced team of solicitors. Everything from our personalised, prominent For Sale boards to our revamped website, quality sales particulars and our high profile Estate Agency office; combined with access to ASPC, offers

our clients the best possible platform for selling their home. Demand for our services continues to grow and we have recently recruited an additional valuer to our team’, he added.

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Ryan Neave (Left) & Gregg McMillan (Right)

NORTH GROUP STRENGTHENS ITS SALES AND MARKETING TEAM

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A specialist in the interior and exterior design, build and management of refurbishment projects has strengthened its sales and marketing team with two key appointments. Aberdeen-based North Group has appointed Gregg McMillan as sales manager and promoted Ryan Neave into marketing and communications as it prepares to deliver its growth strategy. Ian Campbell, managing director of North Group said, ‘As an expanding group these are critical appointments for the business as

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A graduate surveyor has been recognised for his expert analysis of the impact of the Scottish independence referendum on the commercial property. Matthew Aitchison, a graduate of the University of Aberdeen who is now part of the Knight Frank team in Aberdeen, has been presented with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Scotland Valuation Professional Group Board student award for the best dissertation in Scotland.

His 2014 study, in advance of the historic vote, examined the potential consequences of the referendum on the office property market in Scotland.

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TEAM ABERDEEN CELEBRATE LOCAL AMBASSADORS Team Aberdeen is pleased to announce the success of its inaugural award ceremony, held at Norwood Hall on Wednesday 6th May, which rewarded individuals from the academic and corporate communities and their efforts to bring conferences and events into the local area, celebrating Aberdeen as a diverse conference destination.

Team Aberdeen which is a collaboration between AECC, VisitAberdeen, the University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University collectively brought a total of 16 new conferences and 6,000 delegates in 2014/15 into the city.

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NEW CENTRES FOR LEARNING SPONSORED BY FORMER PUPILS With support from former pupils Sir Ian Wood and Douglas Craig, Robert Gordon’s College have created the largest school teaching facility for science education in the UK, The Wood Foundation Centre for Science and Technology, along with the Craig Centre for Performing Arts. Robert Gordon's College are encouraging interested companies to get involved in supporting the new facilities through a new Corporate Partner Programme - ScientistsPlus - bringing pupils closer to the hands on experience and expertise of companies in Aberdeen and overseas. For further information please contact Adam Hughes at a.hughes@rgc.aberdeen.sch.uk or on 01224 656838.

ABERDEEN LYNX ICE HOCKEY CLUB Established in 1992 the Aberdeen Ice Hockey Club is now the second most supported sports club in Aberdeen and is home to Aberdeen’s only Scottish National League (SNL) ice hockey team, which competes against 10 teams across Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The not-for-profit organisation is run entirely by volunteers and has a strong focus on junior development and health and fitness. Currently the club has 26 SNL players and 86 junior players. www.aberdeenlynx.com

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whose flights are delayed for more than three hours can expect to receive the same care and assistance, and financial compensation. This liability is only waived in

Holidays! We all look forward to them. A time to relax, de-stress, have fun. We arrive at the airport with bags packed, ready to fly to our holiday paradise.

But then the trouble begins; delayed flights, missed connections, cancelled flight equals grumpy kids, stress levels rocketing, frantic phone calls! And when we do eventually get to our destination there is no luggage.

I am sure that many of us have had these experiences, which put a damper on the start or end of our holidays.

Then we face a battle when we get home, with the airline telling us to claim from our travel insurers, and the travel insurers rejecting many of the claims and then deducting a large excess from the proposed compensation. If the airlines are pushed, most will adopt the tactic of stonewalling, or will claim ‘technical difficulties’. The stubborn among us may eventually get satisfaction, but only after raising court action.

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However the answer to our problems lies with EC regulation 261/2004 and the recent interpretation of it by the Supreme Court. The Regulation establishes passengers rights if they are denied boarding against their will, their flight is cancelled, or their flight is delayed.

In the event of flight cancellation or denied boarding passengers are entitled to reimbursement of ticket costs, or return flight to first point of departure or rerouting to their final destination. They can also claim for care such as meals, accommodation and the like. Finally they can claim between 250 and 600 euros depending on the flight distance and destination, plus expenses.

The Supreme Court have now ruled that passengers

extraordinary circumstances, defined as unpredictable, unavoidable and external. Examples given are strikes and extreme weather.

As you can imagine this has not gone down well with the airlines, and I haven’t yet seen signs at airports drawing passenger’s attention to their rights! I expect that they will continue to adopt the approach of golden silence when a claim is intimated to them.

For lost or delayed luggage, there may be a claim under the Montreal Convention.

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An exquisite new addition to the Annie Mo’s offering, the Albert upholstery collection cleverly combines a choice of leathers with soft, yet hardwearing fabric options. With its rolled arms, intricate stud detailing on the leather and an extremely comfortable seat, this range is classic in style yet sits perfectly with modern, industrial on-trend homes. Annie Mo’s stock the Albert Large Sofa, a chair and a smaller sofa, all of which can be found on www.anniemos.com

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STONEHAVEN OPEN AIR POOL VOTED EXCELLENT FOR THIRD TIME Trip Advisor devotees have voted the deco-style open air pool a Certificate of Excellence for the third year running. Opening this year on Saturday 30 May, the 50m pool has a packed events calendar, including its extremely popular Midnight Swim (10pm - midnight) from Wednesday 2nd July until 13 August inclusive, where you get to dance to disco tunes in the 29˚water; and the Aqua Ceilidh on Monday 13 July (part of Stonehaven’s Folk Festival) - take your partner for the Splashing White Sergeant, the Spray Gordons and Drip the Willow. www.stonehavenopenairpool.co.uk

ETAPE ROYALE COMES TO ABERDEENSHIRE What needs two vets, 5,000 bananas and 1900 traffic cones to go ahead? The brand new Etape Royale closed-road cycle event - that’s what! Entries are now open, and participants can choose from a 65 and a 100 mile route, which start from Rhynie and Ballater respectively. As well as free parking and camping, cyclists signing up for this inaugural event will experience some of the most stunning scenery in Scotland (including a few hills - but no pain, no gain!) www.etaperoyale.com

As well as its dedicated commitment to ensuring clients receive a top quality PR, marketing and design service, ThinkPR’s 10th year has been filled with an eclectic mix of pancakes, strawberries, mud runs, trivia nights, man auctions and award-winning flavoured butteries.

But why you might ask? All in the name of charity and, more specifically, for Alfie Milne.

To mark the milestone of its 10th year in business, last year the ThinkPR team set themselves the ambitious goal of raising £10,000 for local charity Alfie Milne Trust and, thanks to the incredible support received over the past 12 months, they have succeeded.

support that means so much, but also for the awareness-raising of the cause.’

The money raised will help to fund further research for Lymphangiomatosis, the rare disease which causes benign tumours to grow and spread throughout Alfie’s body. The vital support will help doctors to research and fully understand the disease in the hope of finding a cure.

Annabel Sall, CEO of ThinkPR said, ‘The response to our fundraising has been fantastic and we truly appreciate every donation that has been made.

Alfie’s mum Tracy said, ‘ThinkPR has

‘Reaching our target would not have been possible without the immense generosity of our friends, family and clients who have supported us throughout the year with their time,

done a brilliant job of raising a fantastic sum of money for the Trust. We’re so grateful, not just for the financial

donations, and purchasing of pancakes, strawberries, men and butteries - not your standard shopping list!’

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CLIENT FOCUS CONTINUES WITH NEW APPOINTMENTS The Law Practice Leasing, established in January 2014 and developed under the guidance of consultant Kim Beattie, has promoted Emma Higgins to leasing manager and appointed a trainee leasing coordinator, Ashleigh Carnie. The company enjoyed a successful first year and boasts a growing property portfolio. Emma will continue building the friendly residential leasing brand, echoing the client-focused ethos of its sister company, The Law Practice. Kim, who previously owned a leasing company and is a landlord herself, will remain on hand for consultancy. www.thelawpractice.org

Absence management is one of the key responsibilities of an employer.

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26TH JUNE FESTIVAL DI SPOLETO The classical music event combines the charms of a medieval hilltop town with a series of open air concerts in the main piazza throughout June and July. Conducted with typical Italian warmth, style and a slightly chaotic edge, the programme features young musicians, modern opera and some big league performers. Spend the days exploring ancient hamlets and olive groves, palazzos and picking up cashmere, silk and Italian leather goods at the region’s designer outlet stores. www.festivaldispoleto.com for details.

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7TH JULY PAMPLONA BULL RUN One for the boys now, since the Pamplona Bull Run seems to appeal to masculine sensibilities, though women can and do participate. The route covers 825 metres to the bull ring, with runs being conducted each morning from 7th-14th July. Outwith the thrills and spills of running with bullocks, the Navarre region of Spain offers gorgeous countryside with the Parque Natural Urbasa Andia filled with tranquil waterfalls and hiking trails just an hour or so from the bustle of Pamplona.

10TH JULY T IN THE PARK Thankfully, a festival break needn’t be all knee deep mud and hour long queues for Stygian portaloos. Hire a camping pod, campervan or even a luxury Winnebago if slumming it isn’t your style. If you book well in advance, you can stay off site in luxury - this year, T in the Park is moving to Strathallan Castle, almost on Geneagles’ doorstep, so you can nip back for a quick spa treatment if you don’t fancy what’s on the main stage.

Glastonbury may be sold out months in advance, but there are plenty of fantastic festivals which could make the perfect centrepiece of your short break this summer.

Whatever your taste, from Wagner to waltzes, from death metal to sun-drenched europop, from

30TH JULY WACKEN 2015 Grab those leather trousers from the back of the wardrobe, abandon your hair conditioner and start practising your air guitar for Wacken 2015, where heavy metal behemoths like Judas Priest, Sepultura, My Dying Bride and Queensryche will be turning up the speakers to 11.

running with the bulls to running away from a barrage of overripe tomatoes, you’re bound to find something that appeals.

Try one of our pick of the most intriguing festivals at home and abroad…

27TH AUGUST LA TOMATINA For a more upbeat weekender, try Ibiza, which is Europe’s party central over the summer season. For something different, the town hosts a Medieval Fair over several days in early May, or you can take part in the celebrations of Sant Ciriac on 8th August which culminate in a huge watermelon fight followed by a fireworks display. If you get a taste for massive food fights, you’ll love La Tomatina in Bunol, near Valencia on 26th August. Over 125 tonnes of squishy, over-ripe tomatoes are hurled by an ocean of goggle-wearing revellers in what must be the world’s biggest mosh pit. It’s not for the faint hearted though.

30TH AUGUST BURNING MAN Less a festival and more an alternate reality, Burning Man takes place from 30th August to 7th September in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert. An entire city and culture spring out of the sands as thousands of people gather to create Black Rock City, a temporary metropolis dedicated to community, art, self-expression, and self-reliance. Art, performance and music seamlessly blend into a hedonistic spectacle where everyone’s a star. Couple Burning Man with a stay in Las Vegas to get kitted out for the trip and you either have a week to remember, or one that will remain a mystery for years to come.

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IF YOU WERE TO ASK WHAT A GREEK BANKER, SEVERAL POLICE OFFICERS AND AN ABERDEEN OPTICIAN HAVE IN COMMON YOU MIGHT GET A FEW AMUSING QUIPS BUT YOU’D BE HARD-PRESSED TO COME UP WITH THE DEFINITIVE ANSWER.

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Actress Emma-Christina McLean is set to hit cinemas soon in The Fairy Flag, an independent Scottish historical action film which is on track to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.

‘Coming from a family of performers, going into the creative arts was inevitable. I saw my cousin, Garry Collins, appear as the lead in the Royal Lyceum’s 2001 production of Beauty and the Beast and it was really then from that, I knew I wanted to pursue life as an actor’, Emma-Christina enthused.

on 15th Century birthing methods and ransacking libraries for Gaelic textbooks became routine. The filming experience was amazing but a big highlight for me was being fight trained by fight choreographer Seoras Wallace, known for his work on Braveheart and Gladiator.

‘13 years down the line, I’ve been cast in David Izatt’s The Fairy Flag. The film follows a famous Hebridean folklore tale and is set in the 15th century, on the MacLeod homeland of Skye. A mysterious maiden walks into the MacLeod’s lives after a peculiar victory on the battlefield, turning their world upside down and the chief’s stony heart inside-out. The cast includes

Since filming wrapped last year, I’ve had the opportunity to take up diverse roles in Mike Leigh’s Abigail’s Party, Pinter’s A Slight Ache and also appearing as ‘Faith’ in Arcola Theatre writer Sarah Sigal’s ‘You are Now Connected’ at LimeWharf, London. I’m working with Urban Fox Theatre Company on their relaunch just

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now, but one of the reasons I love this job is, you just never quite know what is going to happen next!

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As with any role, preparation was key! Boning up

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The answers to this and many other pressing questions are sought by Christopher Boone, the main character in the National Theatre production of the Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. the narrative. Playwright Simon Stephens has deftly interwoven speech and movement, interpreted by War Horse director Marianne Elliott, and complemented with eye-popping technical wizardry supplied by St. Andrews-born set designer Bunny Christie and ex-Aboyne Academy pupil Finn Ross.

The phrase ‘on the spectrum’ has become part of our language, although many of us only have a vague idea of what it’s like to live with someone autistic or suffering from Aspergers. Chris Ashby (one of two actors who play Christoper) was keen to point out that although the book was ostensibly about someone suffering the symptoms of autism, many of Christopher’s challenges are reflected in a variety of

Curiously prop-light, the action and scene-setting is accomplished by a lot of physical theatre, which was masterminded by a company called Frantic Assembly.

The actors spent half of every day learning the physical side of their craft, which as none of them are dancers, was enlightening.

common human conditions.

Aberdeen from 1st to 5th September, so I suggest you book your tickets without further ado... if only to find out who killed Wellington! Oh, and remember to stay in your seats after the end of play, there’s a (mustn’t spoil it).

Mark Haddon’s fascinating book was a must-read for many people in 2003, including me - but my vague memory of the book didn’t prepare me for the all-absorbing, sterotype-altering experience that is the play. In the book, all the action takes place inside Christopher’s head, and the set designers have cleverly created a mathematical grid underpinned by 2km of LED lights which help the actors illustrate

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Christopher doesn’t like to be touched and he doesn’t understand metaphors, but in many ways it is easy to identify with the central character in this tremendous play - as he wrangles with the half-truths of the adult world and carries out the Herculean feat of travelling across London on the Underground.

Down a narrow cobbled lane off the Castlegate probably isn’t the first place you’d go looking for one of the North-east’s cultural treasures, but that’s where you’ll find Peacock Visual Arts.

Championing contemporary printmaking for over forty years, evolving into one of the North-east’s leading arts organisations. Back in the 1970’s Peacock Printmakers was founded by a small band of artists, lecturers and keen students to provide open access to fine art printing machinery and expertise.

Today, it’s a hugely welcoming place to learn a variety of printmaking techniques through high quality courses, workshops and personal instruction at really affordable prices - especially given that the instructors spend the rest of their time producing prints for some of the UK’s top artists.

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The lower floor of the labyrinthine building is dominated by hand operated printing presses for lithography, relief printing and etching plates, while upstairs you’ll find screenprinting equipment. There’s also specialist kit for photo etching and monoprinting. After registration, which costs £10, a studio session costs just £5 for up to four hours, meaning you can take the time to master the processes and experiment. Individual tuition can be arranged for £30 per hour to get you started.

If you’d rather learn in a group setting, there are regular day long and weekend courses in everything from

creative book binding to dry point etching and screen printing. Classes can also be arranged for small groups on an ad-hoc basis.

Over the road, there’s a dedicated gallery space, with a full programme of selling exhibitions throughout the year. If you’re looking to buy a print, there’s a shop area where the staff are happy to show you other work if you don’t see anything you love on display.

21 Castle Street, Aberdeen, AB11 5BQ Tel: 01224 639539 info@peacockvisualarts.co.uk www.peacockvisualarts.com

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A charitable organisation is on the hunt for more professional musicians to join its ranks.

Music in Hospitals Scotland organises 1,800 concerts across Scotland every year, including appearances at Woodend Hospital, City Hospital, Royal Cornhill Hospital and the children’s hospital as well as local care homes.

Now they are hoping to bring the sweet sound of music to even more patients.

care, but also provide the opportunity for a social event with the people caring for them and their families and friends who come and visit.’

Fundraising Manager Laura Dancer explained, ‘For people in long term care who can’t access high quality musical events, or other cultural activities, it can be quite a rare occasion to have live music brought directly to them.

She added there were also real benefits of music to people who had had a stroke or those who were living with dementia, encouraging them to sing along and reminisce over old familiar songs. But there are also benefits to younger people finding themselves in hospital, adding, ‘For children, who are maybe in pain or quite anxious about being in a hospital, the concerts can be a distraction and fun experience for them.’

‘There are real therapeutic benefits to the concerts and

One of the musicians who shares her talent with

they can help to enhance the well-being of people in

the small ward concerts is harpist Margaret Knight,

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who has performed at hospitals and care units across Aberdeenshire for many years. She recently performed a special promotional concert at the Gordon Highlanders Museum to demonstrate her skills to some who had not encountered her bedside performances.

The charity is now on the hunt for more musicians and is holding auditions in Aberdeen on Wednesday 14th October. Anyone wishing to apply to audition should contact Laura on 0131 5565848, email laura@musicinhospitalsscotland.org.uk or visit www.musicinhospitalsscotland.org.uk for more details.

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WORDS BY COURTNEY O’GRADY

If you were to wake up on any given morning and find yourself walking alongside Portsoy’s Old Harbour, you would be forgiven for thinking that you had been transported back in time, but never more so than during the town’s annual Scottish Traditional Boat Festival. The July Festival welcomes traditional sailing vessels, some over a century old, back to a harbour that once thrived on the spoils of the sea.

Perched along the Moray Firth Coastline, Portsoy was initially famed for its serpentine marble and eventually for its herring fleet which brought affluence to the area during the late 1800s. Largely unchanged, Portsoy today boasts some of the most pristine coastal scenery that Scotland has to offer. With the arrival of the boat festival each year comes an infusion of colour that makes the view all the more spectacular.

Although maritime history is at the heart of the festival, there is so much more on offer here. In fact, this is a celebration that will excite all of your senses. The sound of live music

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washes the streets, offering a very Scottish soundtrack of twanging banjos, pipe bands, and even the odd drum corps. Local artisans provide a backdrop of handcrafted treasures, with everything from jewellery to furniture on display.

But nothing will grab your attention more quickly than the smell of smoking haddock which fills the air and insists that you really must give it a try. The importance of food and drink at the Portsoy Boat Festival cannot be overstated, so go on an empty stomach because you will not want to deny yourself the delicious offerings.

Of course, there are also activities galore - from Teddy Bear picnics to coracle rowing and everything in between, even a 10k and fun run aptly named Follow the Herring. No matter who you are looking to entertain, there is something of interest for everyone at Portsoy’s Boat Festival. www.stbfportsoy.com

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Catarina Salavisa’s passion for making jewellery saw her training in Lisbon and Istanbul, before bringing her contemporary style to Aberdeen. Here she shares her passion for designing and making minimalist pieces that are perfect for work or play…

‘Even from my earliest years, I always had an interest in tools and machines’, Catarina mused. ‘After completing a degree in hotel management, I felt something was missing and so I started to produce jewellery for friends. Finally my curiosity took me into an artistic jewellery course in Lisbon and to an internship in an Istanbul jewellery atelier. After finishing the course I worked for several jewellers in Lisbon, but always worked on and produced my own range in parallel.

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construction, I don´t do it like that! For me, the best way to develop work is to sit at my workspace and to start to saw and weld, looking to find the next piece shape. My approach is to work by hand from the start.

To melt the metal, to make the wire or sheet passing the metal through the rolling mill until it’s the right thickness to start to work. In jewellery one millemetre makes all the difference.

‘This part of the work is very demanding, but for me, it’s always magic. Then the production process starts.

It’s the kind of work where you can spend a long time working on one piece, becoming really involved with it.

‘My style is contemporary, modern, clean, minimalist.

I’m trying to reach simplicity and beauty. It provides an easy communication between the piece and the person who wears or appreciate it.

‘My inspiration comes from daily life, and I try to keep my senses refined so that I can use images, stories, objects, even sounds or messages, I also try to explore different raw natural materials. I just can’t stop collecting things to use as inspiration or materials for my jewellery.

‘Although I was trained to put my ideas down on paper, to then make a model and only afterwards to start the

‘Right now I am making my pieces at home, where I have my bench workshop. This is not a perfect

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situation and I’m hoping to find a space where I can set up an atelier with all the heavy tools I need to keep producing and developing my work. I’d also love to offer classes and workshops facilitating the exchange of knowledge and techniques.

‘Over the years, I’ve developed from a hobbyist to a professional. I am the jewellery designer, the crafter, the manager, the photographer and the model, all in one. Instead of producing one piece, now I have to be

able to produce ten or twenty, and in the future one hundred, and to think of pieces as part of a potential collection.

My jewellery is meant to be simple, beautiful and unique. The pieces tell their own story, and it’s wonderful when people understand the meaning of it.

Galeria Giv Lowe in Lisbon. She also shares her work on Facebook, Instagram and sells on Etsy.com.

Catarina accepts commissions, working closely with her clients and also shows at local craft fairs. catarinasalavisa@gmail.com www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CatarinaSalavisa

Catarina’s pieces can be found in Teasel and Tweed in Aberdeen, My Beautiful Caravan in Stonehaven and in

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Hippy DAYS FROM THE MOMENT I LAID EYES ON HAMISH, I WAS SMITTEN. IT WAS THE HEADY FUSION OF HIS SMOOTH CURVES, HIS SOOTHING COLOUR PALETTE, AND A VINTAGE DESIGN THAT HARKED BACK TO SIMPLER TIMES. SOME MIGHT SAY THAT ALL VINTAGE VW CAMPERVANS ARE CREATED EQUALLY, BUT HAMISH IS SPECIAL. AND HE IS NOT ALONE...

At Deeside Classic Campers there is a growing fleet of V-Dubs that have been lovingly rebuilt to an exacting standard under the direction of Claire Page, an enthusiast who started the business in 2014. At present, there are three immaculate vans available to hire - Hamish and Fergus for touring and camping and Angus, a split screen VW designed especially for champagne-sipping brides who want to make an unforgettable entrance on their big day.

For our own weekend adventure, we loaded into Hamish and headed for the hills. Slipping behind

Hamish’s wheel had the calming effect of a hot bath, instantly the rush of normal life slipped away and we began taking things at Hamish pace. I can honestly say that I have never enjoyed driving more, it was almost a shame to park up for the night, but then we would never have known just how clever Hamish really is.

When it comes to mobile camping, there can be no design superior to that of a VW. With a few simple adjustments, the same campervan that manoeuvres through traffic like a car transforms into a small apartment complete with dining table, cooker, sink, and sleeping space for four adults. And for those who like

their creature comforts, Deeside campers even have modern stereo systems and a DVD player.

If you crave a holiday that combines first-class comfort with frivolity, you really must reserve a Deeside Classic Camper. With everything from bedding to luxury hampers on offer, you really only need to turn up and take off, either for the woods or your favourite caravan park. Just be warned, a ride this enviable does not go unnoticed, so prepare to attract attention wherever you go. www.deesideclassiccampers.com

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Life’s a

BEACH Choosing a book to take on holiday is never easy. Going by the broadsheets, the great and the good pack some very heavyweight literature into their carry on cases, but the beach is no place for a treatise on the economic policies of the Weimar Republic. Don’t leave it till you’re going through to Departures to pick something up or you’ll be stuck with James Patterson, a self-help manual, or the biography of some airheaded reality TV star. We say lighten up and opt for a book you’ll enjoy…

FUNNY GIRL | Nick Hornby The latest sweet-centred novel from the ever reliable Nick Hornby follows the story of beauty queen Barbara Parker, who finds herself transformed into Sophie Straw, the star of a swinging sixties TV comedy programme and the whirl of London life that encompasses.

With a strong supporting cast of characters from behind the scenes and in front of the camera, it’s an exuberantly entertaining read.

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HOW TO BE BOTH | Ali Smith Scottish writer Ali Smith has a good track record of producing thoughtprovoking but enjoyable books, but she can be prone to valuing clever conceits over entertainment. How to be both is one of those Marmite books - something you’ll either love or hate. The entwined tales of a 15th century girl fresco painter and a sixties teenager reflecting on a holiday to Italy before her mother died, demand a fair bit of concentration.

CROW HOLLOW | Michael Wallace Sometimes you just need a good murder or two as you lie in the sun.

This engrossing historic mystery follows widowed puritan Prudence Cotton and the lecherous British agent James Baily in the US colonies in the 1670s as they attempt to rescue her daughter from a Native American tribe.

It’s a stark, but well drawn, tale of social constraint and unbelievable everyday hardship.

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Ladies donned their finery, hats and all and had a lovely afternoon tea. VSA were the recipients of the fundraising activities on the day.

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There’s more to a happy childhood than Grand Theft Auto, so sign them up for one of this summer’s organised sports activities taking place throughout the city and shire.

Fresh air, healthy exercise and best of all - they’ll have to put their phone down for a while…

ON THE BALL

Ace Football Coaching (www.acefootball.co.uk) offer summer camps with SFA qualified coaches for girls and boys between 5 and 15 at the International School’s facilities. Courses are £70 for a week, with six weekly blocks over the summer

IN THE SWIM

There are council run-pools in most of the larger towns in Aberdeenshire and several across the city. Many run swimming classes for beginners, as do Aberdeen Aquatics www.sportaberdeen.co.uk/ aquatics More confident youngsters might want to join a swimming club. Aberdeen Amateur Swimming Club (www.aberdeenasc.org.uk) is running two intensive improvers’ courses in August and also offers Junior Water Polo sessions at Aberdeen International School. Contact Neil Kennedy at aascwaterpolo@hotmail.co.uk for details.

WHAT A RACQUET!

Both Cults Tennis Club and Rubislaw are keen to attract more junior players and organise coaching and competitions for younger players.

The Westburn Centre offers some free coaching sessions and junior activities over the summer.

PONY EXPRESS

Pony trekking and riding lessons are always popular pastimes. Hayfield Riding Centre (www.hayfield.com) in Hazlehead Park is good with children of all ages and abilities. Inexperienced children from age 4 to 8 can go for a gentle walk in the park, with their ponies led by the centre’s staff. More experience riders can go trekking, go for a picnic ride or a canter along the beach.

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LONACH SOCIETY CALLS FOR SPONSORSHIP TO BOOST EVENT An Aberdeenshire organisation is aiming to make a greater contribution to the local economy which it has been supporting for nearly two centuries.

Held on the fourth Saturday in August, the Lonach Highland Gathering and Games is one of North-east Scotland’s best known and most popular traditional summer events, attracting up to 10,000 visitors annually to the wee town of Bellabeg. However, with costs associated with holding outdoor events increasing, despite massive volunteer support - organisers are looking to boost the level of income through sponsorship, and are encouraging local businesses to get in touch. This year’s event is on Saturday 22nd August - for more info www.lonach.org

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It’s finally here! The Life With Style Awards 2015! After a long wait - the winners are finally revealed!

Grampian Transport Museum is making Dads’ dreams come true with supercar rides. £15 for two rides, but don’t tell

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Like it hot? Head to Cove Gala for the Flamin’ L Hot Sauces Chilli Eating Contest. £10 entry fee. For details e-mail: flaminlhotsauces@gmail.com

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Castle Fraser hosts the Bon Accord Steam Fair all weekend. Perfect for a day out with Grandad. Terrier racing, a bouncy castle, Ferret Frolics and the Rhynie Wifies! Let’s hope they don’t all get in a tangle. www.nts.org.uk

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Have a whale of a time at the RSPB’s Dolphin Watch at Torry Battery as part of the Energetica Festival. Bring your binoculars! www.energetica.uk.com/festival2015

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THEATRE Catch the Globe Theatre’s production of the Comedy of Errors at Cineworld Union Square. www.cineworld.co.uk

MUSIC Get plaid at the Jacobite Dinner at Braemar Castle. Diners are promised authentic dishes and music from local musicians www.braemarcastle.co.uk

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Peter Mitchell became a valued Trend columnist nearly six years ago after 37 years on the Press and Journal, latterly as a Diary writer. For Trend, he has interviewed lots of prominent people including TV’s Angela Rippon. He is also much in demand as an amusing MC and afterdinner speaker.

Venues are big business for Julia Dalley. That’s because she is Head of Sales, PR and Marketing for The Speratus Group, a leisure group launched in 2009 by Executive Chairman Garreth Wood and embracing venues, clubs and restaurants in the Granite City and Edinburgh. Said Julia: ‘In Aberdeen, we have Illicit Still, The Boozy Cow, Paramount Bar, Amicus Apple and Nox while in Edinburgh we have 99 Hanover Street, The Golf Tavern and The Boozy Cow number two in the capital’s Frederick Street.

However, before joining The Speratus Group in October 2014 and basing herself in Aberdeen, Julia did three years as Conference ‘Our second Boozy Cow, which opened in March 2015, was a and Events Sales Manager with Murrayfield Experience at the fantastic project to be part of rebranding a venue to a completely iconic BT Murrayfield Stadium. Said Julia, ‘Murrayfield is the largest different concept. This included logo development, social media, conference and hospitality venue in the East of Scotland with website, all marketing collateral and point of sale. We have 36 individual event suites. I sold, event managed and designed achieved up to 10,000 page likes on Facebook and we have only some of Scotland’s most prestigious events including conferences, been open two months which was a great success in engaging events, concerts, glitterfest, rugby match day hospitality for the Edinburgh with our new concept!

Autumn Tests and Six Nations. On ...2015 has started off as a We have introduced dining in an international fixture such as Six

really exciting year for The a funky, edgy, urban environment Nations Scotland vs. England, and are open until 1am seven days we provided hospitality for up Speratus Group with the a week offering juicy burgers which to 5,000 people.’ addition of a new venue. are made on the premises fresh every morning by our talented team, unique craft beers selection She also met her frontier agronomist boyfriend, Charlie Catto, at and boozylicious cocktails.’

Murrayfield in November 2013, after Scotland played Australia in the Autumn Test Internationals and they have set up house in Discussing what Julia has planned for all 8 venues in Scotland, she Aberdeen where Charlie plays for Aberdeenshire Rugby Club. said ‘2015 has started off as a really exciting year for The Speratus Group with the addition of a new venue. Currently I am planning Said Julia: ‘Speratus are a business that hopes to change the world summer which includes The Fringe for our Edinburgh venues, for the better. If we can go some way to tackle social problems, Fresher’s Week, Oil Week and even Christmas party nights! With improve communities, people’s life chances or their environment, the variety of venues in the group we have many options for the then it has been all worth it. To that end, Garreth Wood has perfect event, when you hold your event with us we do all we can donated to a number of charities since 2009 including VSA, British to make it a success!’

Heart Foundation, When You Wish Upon A Star, Princes Trust and the Archie Foundation.

The leisure industry is in Julia’s blood. She and her two sisters and brother grew up in the hotel industry from Devon to Dumfries, thanks Look out for two more Speratus venues in Scotland by the end to their English mum and Welsh dad, who also served in the RAF.

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She has packed in shedloads of experience in a number of spheres, starting with two years in business banking with HBOS, four years with Aviva, including a stint in Bangalore as an offshore trainer, a year as Business Finance Manager at Volkswagen/Audi dealership and three years as an Assistant Event Manager at Hilton Dunked House Hotel in Perthshire.

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ANOTHER BUMPER CROP OF GREAT PRIZES WERE ON OFFER IN OUR LAST ISSUE, SO THERE ARE LOTS OF VERY HAPPY WINNERS. MARJORIE SUTTIE and LOIS CRITCHLEY both won a pair of tickets to see Calamity Jane at HMT. The perfect excuse to buy a cowgirl style prairie outfit or dust off that Stetson, ladies. BARBARA HOUGHTON will also be getting a new outfit - or at least the man in her life will - since she won a fabulous McGee suit, courtesy of Georgian Dress Hire. JAKE OGSTON will be taking the family off to Mains of Drum for a scrumptious afternoon tea, while LINDA MCCRORIE will be swanking it up at the ALL THE LOCAL NEWS SNIPPETS FROM AROUND THE NORTH-EAST

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CLAN CANCER SUPPORT SET FOR NEW ERA CLAN Cancer Support chief executive Debbie Thomson is preparing to pass the baton after more than 14 successful years with the North-east charity. Mrs Thomson will stand down from the post in July and has been praised for her role in spearheading the organisation’s growth and cementing a reputation as a leader in its field.

Under her stewardship, CLAN has grown from employing a team of five to a staff of over 60 and has expanded its reach from Aberdeen to provide services throughout Aberdeenshire and Moray as well as in Shetland and Orkney. www.clanhouse.org

Rutland in Edinburgh, with dinner and cocktails thrown in. SONYA RIDDELL will be off to the wilds of Knoydart for a romantic break at the uber-luxe Knoydart Hide, while STUART BIRNIE and KAE COWIE will both be treating their guest to a dinner, a spa treatment and a night at Westhill’s Village Urban Resort.

SIMPSON BOOTH RECOGNISED FOR PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS An expanding recruitment and HR consultancy has achieved its latest endorsement by gaining recognition for its environmental processes and procedures.

Simpson Booth, a business dedicated to the energy sector and with a significant presence in Aberdeen and London, has been awarded ISO 14001:2004 accreditation.

Simpson Booth, founded in 2012, obtained the quality mark after demonstrating its successful policy and implementation. It completes a hat-trick for the firm, which earned ISO 9001:2008 accreditation for its executive search and outsourcing services in 2014 and the Investors in People award in 2013.

The firm, established by experienced oil and gas industry executives Russell Stewart and Nina El-Imad, specialises in tailored outsourced recruitment solutions but also undertakes traditional executive search, contingent recruitment and provides contractors across all disciplines in the sector. www.simpson-booth.com

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