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FEATURES 11 Private Life looks at an architectural jewel: The Lyceum
26 We examine the dental spa
14 We discover what Liverpool means to one of the city’s most influential adopted sons
29 Expert tips for male grooming this winter
32 Renowned artist Stephen
Collett shares his journey into the art world
37 Elaine Cunningham enters the world of weddings 47 Private Life catches up with
boxer Evander Holyfield
53 A fascinating potted history
of the iconic St Nick’s church
53 Private Life spends the day with interiors expert Elaine Cunningham
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31 The best anti-ageing solutions for women 49 Local teenage tennis sensation Thomas Kyle swings to success 50 Expert tips on staying trim this festive season FOOD & DRINK 45 A delicious recipe from Bellini Restaurant and Bar 46 Sommelier Alice Anastasiou discusses the Bordeaux region TRAVEL
15 We showcase eccentric and flamboyant men’s designs
38 Essential tips for winter sunglasses
16 Delve into the 1600s with our oppulent fashion shoot
40 Sarah Lancashire shares her tips on the best Christmas markets on the continent
HEALTH & BEAUTY 38
putting clients first
FASHION
21 We channel the Baroque era with stylish women’s fashion
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22 Urban Calm reveals its three Bump of the Year finalists
REGULARS 4 Editor’s Letter 7 Private Diary 24 Private Society 57Business PRIVATE LIFE 03
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FROM THE EDITOR... Winter has now firmly made its way over the Mersey and onto our streets. While we advise pulling out the thermals, Liverpool is certainly not a place to hide away, especially with so much going on over the coming months. We have put together our winter diary to keep you entertained (p. 7) with shows, festivals and exhibitions to keep your winter toes afoot the cultural ladder. This issue should be all you need to survive a winter in Liverpool, from where to find soothing comfort for your skin (p.29 and p.31), to where to fill up on a bowl of hearty Italian food (p.45 ), to where to buy the presents for your loved ones (p.58 ). We take a step back in time to spotlight the magnificence of The Lyceum and we showcase the grandeur of the Baroque era with our fashion spread (p.16) and Mr and Mrs Private features (p.15 and p.21). And if the city isn’t for you this winter, then choose from one of Sarah Lancashire’s top travel tips as she tucks into a Bratwurst and enjoys a glass of mulled wine on her tour of the best winter markets from around the world (p.42). Winter is a time of festive cheer, filled with decorations, goodwill and New Year’s resolutions. As you enjoy your Christmas break, with a glass of your favourite tipple in one hand and a warm minced pie in the other, we hope you enjoy another issue of Private Life and all that it brings. We hope you all have a fabulous Christmas and a welcome New Year.
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Editor
Clinton Stuart-Lane
Production Editor Colette Campbell
Sub-Editor
Jonathan Kearney
Graphic Design Craig Bowyer
Fashion Photographer Kirstie McNulty
Product Photographer Robin Clewley
Artwork Editor Jamie Griffiths
Health Editor Kathy Sandison
Contributors
Ged Flanagan, Claire Wood, Alice Anastasiou, Maggie Birch, Kellie Wilson, Peter Roberts, Kris Tisdale
Food & Drink Editor Arabella Whittaker
Culture Editor
Harley Grosvenor
Sports Editor
Jason Matthews
Travel Editor
Sarah Lancashire
Editorial Assistant Clare Ainsworth
PR & Marketing Manager Lauren Walker
Head of Finance Joan Alcoolique
Group Director Luke Trevaskis
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DECEMBER Bodies Revealed The Bodies Revealed Exhibition brings 200 actual human bodies and specimens to Liverpool, offering visitors a unique insight into the human body. The human race’s fascination with the body stretches all the way back to the ancient Egyptians, who were desperate to uncover its secrets. For the first time in Liverpool we can now learn these secrets and see the body like never before! Adult tickets from £13.75 and children’s from £9.35. Family tickets are also available. For more information visit www.bodiesrevealed.org.uk
Private Entertainment DECEMBER Christmas Market
DECEMBER Florence and the Machine
This December, Liverpool will once again be home to the wonderfully festive Christmas Market. With food and craft stalls from across five continents, you are guaranteed to find the perfect gift while you enjoy culinary delights and exotic treats from one of the many food stalls. Find the market on Church Street, Lord Street and Whitechapel
Following on from such iconic hits as ‘Kiss with a Fist’ and ‘You Got the Love’, Florence and the Machine has established herself as a modern musical force. Collaborating with Dizzee Rascal along with her regular appearances on the festival scene, Florence spans multiple genres and boasts a wide appeal. This December, she brings her latest tour offering to Liverpool to show off her vocal skills. This is not a concert to be missed. Tickets at £29.50. For more information visit www.echoarena.com
DECEMBER A Christmas Carol St. George’s Hall brings a truly classic Christmas celebration this December with a performance of Dickens’ timeless classic ‘A Christmas Carol’. Performed by the great-greatgrandson of Charles Dickens, Gerald Dickens, along with vocal performances from the Capriccio Choir, this is a festive event that will delight all ages. 20th-21st December. Tickets from £13.50. See more at www.stgeorgesliverpool.co.uk
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DECEMBER Cream’s Boxing Night Extravaganza Following on from the huge success of their 20th Anniversary celebration, Cream is back with a Boxing Night Extravaganza. Dance off all that turkey and Christmas pudding to the sounds of Laidback Luke, Nicky Romero and Hardwell among others. See you on the dance floor! Tickets start at £33. Get your tickets at www.ticketline.co.uk
Private Festival DECEMBER-JANUARY Liverpool ONE’s Ice Festival The UK’s first pop-up ice bar is heading to Liverpool this festive period in Liverpool ONE’s Festival of Frozen Fun! The festival will feature an open air Alpine ice rink, a 30m ice slide, Santa’s Grotto and ice gallery along with the ice bar. There is something for everyone this Yuletide at Liverpool ONE. Tickets can be bought onsite or in advance at www.ticketmaster.co.uk/icefestival
Private Entertainment JANUARY Strictly Come Dancing Shake off those January Blues with the glitz and glamour of the Strictly Come Dancing Arena Tour. Judges Bruno Toniolo, Len Goodman and of course Craig Revel Horwood will all be back offering their expert opinions and bickering between each other - live! For a show described as dazzling, elegant and extraordinary, you are sure to dance your way out of the Echo Arena and into a dance class to kick-start your keep-fit New Years Resolution! Tickets from £35. See more at www.echoarena.com
Private Culture FEBRUARY ONWARDS Titanic and Liverpool: The Untold Story This exhibition takes place in the Maritime Museum and tells the often forgotten tale of the doomed cruise liner and our beautiful city. With the only surviving ticket from the Titanic, this exhibition is full of previously unseen artefacts from that fateful night. Get your history fix this 2013 at the Maritime Museum. For more information, visit www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk 08 PRIVATE LIFE
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Amazing Free Gifts with Purchases Perfect for Christmas
Urban Calm – Inner City Spa
Unit 45 Metquarter, Whitechapel, L1 6DA 0151 236 0537 reception@urbancalmuk.com
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Picture: The Lyceum, Engraved by William Henry Pyne, 1828 Research Service, Liverpool Libraries
The Lyceum Clare Ainsworth reports on a once-proud architectural gem
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any of you will often walk past the large and derelict building at the foot of Liverpool’s Bold Street. Its grand façade proudly stands there, seemingly pining for years gone by where it once overlooked horsedrawn carriages and top hats. Despite its Grade II* listed status, its impressive history is fading into Liverpool’s memory, fast. Playing host to Europe’s first ever lending library, The Lyceum now ironically lies empty, while just over the road, the UK’s largest book store chain, Waterstone’s, opens its doors each day to begin a roaring trade. For a building completed in
1802 and still standing, Liverpool has changed before its very doors and it is regrettable that some of our most significant buildings are loosing their soul. The Lyceum was the brainchild of Chester born architect Thomas Harrison, who was commissioned to design the Neo-Classical building in order to house Europe’s first library as well as a newsroom and coffee house. The membership-only library and coffee house quickly grew to 888 members by 1814 and became an inspiration for the design of Manchester’s Portico Library. The coffee house rapidly expanded into The Lyceum Gentleman’s Club when the ‘Liverpool Literary and Philosophical Society’ wanted a meeting place away from what they perceived as other more rowdy public coffee houses. The building eventually became the sole home to the Gentleman’s Club and it is reportedly where Liverpool’s gentlemen first heard the news of Wellington’s victory over Napoleon at Waterloo.
After 150 years at The Lyceum (so named after a garden in Athens in which Aristotle taught philosophy), the Gentleman’s Club decided to move, selling the building to developers. Sadly now it sits vacant, unloved and almost forgotten. As council cuts now threaten the lives of libraries throughout the country, the fact that we share Liverpool with Europe’s first ever public lending library should be a real source of civic pride. A building that has survived two World Wars, times of austerity and social unrest, The Lyceum serves as a gentle reminder of the grandeur of times gone by. PRIVATE LIFE 11
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Lauren Walker sits down with Gary Millar to hear how and why this Scotsman has ended up as the city’s sweetheart and biggest advocate
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ary Millar may be an adopted Scouser, but few are prouder to call this city home. While his accent gives his provenance away (he’s originally from Edinburgh) his 30+ years in Liverpool have established him as a prominent figure. Gary is a busy man. According to his twitter account he is the Deputy Lord Major, Old Swan Labour Councillor, entrepreneur consultant, CEO of Parr Street Studios and Hotel and Technology Guru at City Talk 105.9 FM. This is a man with his hands in many pies - all rooted in some form to help make Liverpool a better place. Whether it’s his work in city politics, educating others, or just dreaming up ways to keep Liverpool a world class city, Gary likes to ‘pay it forward’, a sentiment which acts as his life motto and daily mantra. His entrepreneurial and techminded spirit saw him hit the ground running when he arrived in Liverpool in 1983 and decided to attend Liverpool Polytechnic. He began writing computer applications
using Apple products long before it became a staple for the masses. He saw waves trending towards computer technology and kept on that path. This serves him well today as he is well versed to help entrepreneurs and students reach their business potential. Gary is truly an entrepreneur, with an impressive list of business achievements that would lead him to opening his most famous acquisition - Parr Street Studios. A fabulous recording studio, hotel and bar, one might call it the first concept or multi-purpose space in the city. Things that typically wouldn’t go together proved to be good bedfellows and Parr Street Studios is a great success. Gary has since maximised the space by adding a second bar, celebrated for its Jazz nights and the Podzzz - a simple hostel solution for those passing through the city. He is truly an enterprising character with an infectious motivation and it is no wonder those who speak to him walk away wanting to get involved in the city or hope to gain some sage
advice for their businesses. But it is that notion of ‘paying it forward’ that runs through everything Gary does. Believing we should aspire to transfer our successes forward and help bring opportunities to others, his many roles allow him to lead by example where he can inspire others to do the same. When asked what he would do if he was a tourist in his own city, he says, ‘I would first hit an independent café like Fratelli D’Italia in the Met Quarter, then walk along the waterfront. I would visit the Walker Gallery or Tate Museum, then take a ferry ride on the Mersey to see the city from the other side. I’d have a little people watch in Chavasse Park to soak in the amazing diversity of the city and at the end of the day I would venture back to my flat opposite the Liver Building.’ Saying good morning and good night to the Liver Birds - it certainly doesn’t get any more Liverpool than that. Visit www.garymillar.com to find out more about Gary’s community projects
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4. Tasselled luxury slipper, £447.21, John Richmond (www.farfetch.com) 5. Floral Jacquard Card Holder, £140, Alexander McQueen (www.alexandermcqueen.co.uk) 6. Print shirt, £261.77, Moschino (www.moschino.com) 7. Printed silk pocket square, £65, Etro (www.harveynichols.com)
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Credits Fashion Story Photographer: Kirstie McNulty Stylist: Lauren Walker Hair: Charlotte Murphy, Barbara Daley Make up: Elle Knowles, Barbara Daley Fashion Assistant: Clare Ainsworth Models: Laura Brown and Carl Finley, Impact Models Location: Alma de Cuba
Baroque &
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We bring AW12’s must-have trend, Baroque Glamour, to Liverpool’s most opulent night spot - Alma De Cuba
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Opposite page: Laura wears red dress, Issa, www.my-wardrobe.com. Jewellery, Claudia Pink, Bold Street. Carl wears navy double breasted blazer, silk pocket square, classic navy woven geometric tie, white cotton twill dress shirt, check wool pants, all Gieves and Hawkes, Met Quarter. Above: Carl wears blue check waistcoat and matching blazer, white shirt as before, navy geometric tie worn underneath, silk pocket square and brown wool check trousers, all from Gieves and Hawkes, Metquarter.
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Above: Laura wears McQ Alexander McQueen dress and By Malene Birger ostrich feather jacket, Flannels, www.flannelsfashion.com. Jewellery by Claudia Pink. Carl wears blue check waistcoat and matching blazer, white shirt as before, navy geometric tie worn underneath, silk pocket square and brown wool check trousers, all from Gieves and Hawkes, Metquarter. Opposite page: Laura wears Alice by Temperly dress www.my-wardrobe.com. Jewellery by Claudia Pink.
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2013: The Finalists P
regnancy is a time of celebration, and it is with great pleasure we announce the finalists of Urban Calm Spa’s inaugural Bump of the Year contest. The interest in ‘Bump 2013’ surpassed our expectations after it was launched in August 2012 and we express a big thank you to everyone who nominated and has participated so far in Bump of the Year 2013. After compiling the entries we passed it over to Juice FM’s Leanne Campbell who took the reigns to find our final five. Leanne, who falls within the Yummy Mummy category herself,
was the perfect person to help. As a mother, radio personality and one of Liverpool’s biggest cheerleaders, she supported our idea from the get go. Leanne said, ‘Anyone who has had a baby will agree…pregnancy is the best-kept secret! You lose control of your body and it can be an effort to feel fabulous every day with all those extra hormones! What an amazing job Urban Calm Spa did creating this competition and celebrating these gorgeous mums-to-be. It was fantastic to be involved and read the comments from family and friends claiming they knew the yummiest mummy on Merseyside.’
After a few months of planning and weeks of searching we would like to introduce you to our three finalists:
Rena Gordon, Joanne Hackett, and Michelle Thompson. The inaugural Urban Calm Bump of the Year contest has been a journey through all things motherhood and pregnancy for those of us at Private Life HQ. We are thrilled with the outcome and support for this fabulous campaign and we look forward to unveiling the winner. To vote for one of our glamorous ‘Bumps’ please visit www.urbancalmuk.com. The winner will be announced in the next issue of Private Life Magazine.
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Rena Rena, 29, is expecting her second child and first boy. Not only is she going to be very busy with her 20-month-old daughter, Ava, she will now also have a new son to care for. Rena told us, ‘the difference in pregnancy number two is that I’ve been so busy with Ava I haven’t had time to think about it. I think this competition is just brilliant for mums like me’.
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Images: Wilson K Photography Clothing: The Pudding Club Boutique
Joanne Joanne, 30, is expecting her first child and has found pregnancy a pleasure. She is a geography teacher who has finished work just shy of her due date! Joanne is looking forward to a big New Years Eve celebration in Ireland where she will introduce her son or daughter to the already burgeoning wider family of her nine siblings.
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Michelle Michelle, 31, is expecting her second child. She launched ‘Mummy and Me Magazine’ in May 2012 so she is quite literally surrounded by motherhood at work and at home. When asked what advice she’d give to first time mums, she says ‘enjoy every minute of it, it’s the time to tune into your body and baby’.
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Private Society A swinging success
David M Robinson and luxury watch manufacturer, Audemars Piguet held their annual golf day this year at Mere Golf Club. Special guest on the day was world champion golfer and vice captain of the recently victorious European Ryder Cup team, Darren Clarke. Darren began his career at Mere, so it was a welcome return for him to his old practice ground. The day began with Darren treating 40 of David M Robinson’s guests to a putting clinic, followed by a round of 18 holes, with Darren positioned on the 8th hole to take on each team. Despite the torrential rain a great day was had by all with everyone making it back to the clubhouse slightly damp, but in high spirits.
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It was a very musical affair and Private Life was there
Witnessing the birth of what will become the go-to event of the autumn calendar in Liverpool for years to come, November marked the first ever Liverpool Music Awards, and what a kick off it was. Muscial royalty from Liverpool’s past, present and future assembled at the Dome Grand Central to celebrate the talents of our incredible city. With the effervescent Mel C in attendance, along with the stunning Rebecca Ferguson and the ever-gracious Craig Colton to name just a few, the event glistened with star power and boasted musical gusto. With fabulous performances, a light-hearted atmosphere and a room full of proud Scousers, the North West supported their music with pride. Owners of Urban Calm Spa, Nicola Woods-Byrne and Sharon Doyle, were among the first to champion the inaugural awards. They sponsored the best DJ Award that went to cult favourite Lee Butler, were given high-energy performances by Esco Williams and Mr Colton alongside the funk-soul band Manuka. A contemporary celebration of Liverpool’s music scene is a welcome addition to the events calendar and it’s always great to be part of the ‘first’ of something. This definitely won’t be the last and Private Life will be leading the charge to get Sir Paul McCartney up here for next year!
Your Move Property Awards 2012 The Your Move Property Awards went off with a bang as the great and the good of the Merseyside property industry came together to celebrate the stars of the last 12 months. The invite read roaring 20s and the guests certainly didn’t disappoint with flapper dresses and fancy headwear galore. Now in their ninth year, the Your Move Property Awards have become the biggest event in the local property calendar. This year’s event was held at Lutyens Crypt in the Metropolitan Cathedral and Riverside was the primary sponsor.
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Building Clinical Families Lauren Walker investigates how the Liverpool Dental Spa has perfected the art of team building and client satisfaction
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elcoming, relaxing and luxurious - the Liverpool Dental Spa strives to make your visit to the dentist a world apart from the routine humdrum of your usual six month check-up. Evident from when you walk through the door to an oasis of calm, with friendly staff and a beautiful waiting room, the spa’s experience is more holistic than clinical and your dental family awaits, ready to treat and perfect your smile. The staff at the spa work in tandem to form the cornerstone of the Liverpool Dental Spa ethos by treating their clients as they would their family. By endeavouring to nurture relationships with their clients on a personal level and find some common ground, the team at the spa is able to fully understand their patients and become a member of their ‘health family’ instead of just their average run-of-the-mill dentist. Whether you find them laughing with delegates while teaching at conferences, hopping on a flight to Marbella for some team sun (a preferred destination among many clients), or engaging in archery at Peckforton Castle (a wedding venue regularly used by a number of their happy couples), the team at the spa strive to get an understanding of what their clients want. Through being able to relate to patients and share similar experiences, ‘work families’ are able to stay in tune with what is going on around them. Owners Debbie and Marius McGovern explain the importance of their team building: ‘We appreciate the work our team put into the spa and we like to reciprocate their efforts by planning trips to let our hair down. This sets some time aside to focus on each other so when we are in the spa we can focus on the clients.
‘Team trips are great for passing on tips or feedback to help everyone improve their performance in work and above all we have a great time.’ Kamran Rasul, Dental Therapist, describes what it’s like being part of the team, ‘Holidays in the sun, weekends away, relaxing in day spas, bonding over dinner and drinks. We work together and we play together and I love working at the Liverpool Dental Spa as there is such a great team spirit here. Nowhere else does a sense of family transfer so acutely to patients.’ The Dental Spa’s success is down to the fact they keep firmly in tune with levels of staff morale by focusing on team building exercises. They know each other well and maintain a professional ease with patients, resulting in an amazing client satisfaction and retention rate. Their unique approach and investment in their staff transfers to each and every client and it is that investment that pays off when, in turn, staff invest time getting to know their clients.
For more information about the Liverpool Dental Spa or to book a free consultation, call 0151 236 8280
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CLAIRE’S SKIN BAR Our resident male skin care expert, Claire Wood, eases your winter skin care worries Jason Warner Hi Claire, I would like to think that I look after my face fairly well, but shaving stings my skin and leaves it feeling bumpy. My hairs are pretty tough and it’s a real chore to shave, but I have to for work.
Ultracalm this Christmas with Urban Calm If your skin is sensitive in cold conditions or left feeling irritated after washing, remember that other external factors can lead to the common itching, burning, stinging and reddening. The common triggers to sensitivity often lie in external irritants such as pollution, ingredients in products, climate and the lifestyle you lead, yet it’s often overlooked how much stress can affect the skin. When we are stressed the body’s immune system is under pressure and in turn the natural barrier that protects our skin is also impaired, so a cascade of irritation can follow. The Ultracalming range adapts the neurogenic messages sent to your brain that can lead to stinging and burning, leaving your skin feel soothed,
Christmas gift ideas for him:
Shave kit £41.50
Hi Jason, Shaving is an important part of any man’s day, so you’re right to address this issue. The stinging on your skin can be an accumulation of several factors and you may be applying too much pressure as you shave if you have tough hair. The majority of shaving mediums (excluding Dermalogica) are far too alkaline, leaving your skin’s barrier impaired. The bumps are caused by the freshly cut hair curling back on itself and remaining under the skin. My advice would be to simply alter your shaving regime a little. Start introducing Dermlaogica’s pre-shave guard before your chosen shaving medium. It’s acid balanced and uses camphor and menthol to lift the hair and clove flower oil to soften it, making it easier to cut through so you won’t need to apply as much pressure. To complete the ritual, I would advise applying a little postshave balm to the area, as this will cool, calm and hydrate the skin leaving it feeling comfortable and smooth. Hopefully shaving will become less of a chore now Jason!
Ultra calming kit £41.50
Daily microfoliant £38.50
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Ladies Claire Wood looks at skin care advice for the winter months ahead.
Agesmart-behind the science
Be it fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation or increased sensitivity, 90% of the ageing we see on our skin is caused by the lifestyle we live. UV exposure being the prime suspect in the cause of premature ageing, followed swiftly by smoking and stress. Dermalogica have provided us with a range of products that will interfere with the bio-chemical reactions that trigger ageing, helping us to take control of your premature ageing.
Power rich, 50ml £134
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The 3 bio-chemical reactions that lead to ageing
• Free radicals – not only does your body naturally produce them but they are also present in the atmosphere. They are unstable elements that can degenerate the structures of your skin i.e. collagen and elastin and even DNA. Smoking can increase your free radical exposure up to 500,000 times with each inhalation. Dermalogica utilise antioxidants in their products to neutralise these to prevent damage. • Matrix- metalloproteinase enzymes are enzymes that your body naturally produces to degrade collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. With age, our body continues to produce the same amount of this enzyme yet reduces the amount of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid it produces, leading to a quicker degeneration rate and wrinkles. Dermalogica ensure the use of enzymes and SPF in their products to restrict the reaction. • Glycation- advanced glycation end-products are a toxic by-product of the reaction of sugar and protein in the body. This can lead to toughened collagen and elastin which will show on the skin as a deep-set wrinkle. Dermalogica use sugar trapping peptides in their products that prevent the reaction. The single most active product within the Agesmart line is Power Rich. The product initially wasn’t meant for the open market, it was designed by the scientists at the International Dermal institute (the research and development department for Dermalogica) for Jane Wurwand the founder of the company. The difference with this product is in then high percentage of active ingredients - it is so active that we consider it not only your moisturiser but also your exfoliator, booster, eye treatment and moisturiser.
Multivitamin thermafoliant £41.50
Age smart starter kit £41.50
Over night repair serum 15ml, £56
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Harley Grosvenor sits down with Stephen Collett to share his journey into the world of art … Tell us about the first painting you sold at the age of five... It was a watercolour of the village in Suffolk I grew up in. I sold it on a village fête stall to a woman who offered me £5 for it. I wanted £100 but eventually we settled on £10. I spent the money on sweets. What really inspires you to pick up the paintbrush? My subjects reflect a certain mystique, an allure that allows me to portray a romantic side to life. It’s this sense of occasion that inspires my work, so I travel the world to try and experience it first hand. My problem in the early days was that I could not afford to travel much or hire models, so I’d fly budget to European cities, stay in hostels and spend my time sitting in coffee bars and nursing soup in restaurants while absorbing the atmosphere and furiously sketching in my pad. But I still wasn’t capturing the ‘glamour’ that I wanted, so I bought an inexpensive suit, had it fitted by a tailor and flew to Madrid with about £50 in my pocket. I spent two days hanging around the Wellington Hotel posing as a young up-and-coming tennis player whose agent was stuck in Zurich. I was invited to cocktail parties, given my own suite and dined on caviar and champagne. Inspiration came in spades and I wanted to paint that world thereafter.’ Which city has been your favourite to paint and why? I hugely enjoy painting Paris, particularly Parisian women. I try to capture subtle body language in
Colouring Perceptions my portraits and I’ve found this to be most suggestive among mademoiselles. The architecture in Paris is such an impressive setting for my work and the way the evening light reflects off the Seine is the very essence of romance. Where would you love to paint next? I think I may actually be painting my dream exhibition next. I’m taking a Grand Tour of Italy by train. I’ll be travelling from Milan to Venice, then down to Florence and on to Rome, opportunistically painting and sketching as I go. I hope to prepare for 40 paintings in that time.
important to remember that art is very subjective. If someone isn’t keen on your work it’s important not to be discouraged. The next person you show it to may well love it. My advice would be to get to know the artists and galleries in Liverpool, go to exhibition launches, meet people, even volunteer your time to galleries and learn about the industry. Most importantly, if you are presented with an opportunity, give it everything.
What is it about the French Impressionists that inspire you? I think I’m more in love with the way that era was portrayed by the Impressionists. They taught future generations how to use colour while heavily romanticising an otherwise very bleak time. But mainly I think it was the boldness with which they took on Parisian traditionalists in the early 20th century. They were rebels and essentially paved the way for modern European art.
Is there a particular organisation you’d love to work for? I’d love to be approached by a theatre company with the idea of producing work to publicise a play. I try to tell a story and infer drama through my work. I think it would complement the stage well.
What advice would you give to aspiring artists? Follow your dream, but don’t expect it to be easy. It is a struggle when you’re setting out and the path requires perseverance, tenacity and a bit of luck, but it is well worth it. I know so many talented artists who are overlooked because they don’t get out there and sell themselves. It’s
What has been your proudest achievement to date? I’d have to say my first exhibition in New York. I had to organise and finance the event myself and I found it to be a very steep learning curve. The
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I’ve exhibited my work all over the world and my paintings sell well in London, but I’d rather be an ambassador for Liverpool wherever I go. I am where I am in my career because people here had faith in me and gave me opportunities and I don’t forget things like that. Where do you see yourself in 10 years time? I’ve had a lot of interest from a publishing house which I may well pursue. But I’d also like to develop the less commercial body of work, which may ultimately find its way into public art spaces. I have an exhibition scheduled for Summer 2013 at the Williamson Art Gallery, which is a wonderful opportunity to showcase a collection of some of my more conceptual pieces. I’d certainly like to establish my own art gallery in Liverpool over the next few years. What would you like to see happen within the Liverpool and national art scene within that time? I’d like Liverpool to be recognised as the hub of contemporary art that it has become in the last decade. Since I arrived in Liverpool in 2001 I have witnessed the city change beyond all recognition and the art world with it. Yet still nationally Liverpool’s art scene is somehow seen as less thriving than that of Manchester and Birmingham. I think perhaps they are confusing ‘thriving’ with ‘prosperous’, as we have a flourishing art scene in Liverpool and in time it will benefit from prosperity. It takes time to change public perception but I have every faith that one day Liverpool’s art scene will be almost shoulder to shoulder with London’s. paintings alone were tricky enough to produce in time but add a plethora of issues like shipping, insurance, marketing and constant emails and calls over the Atlantic, there were times when I thought it was just too much trouble. But I somehow managed to pull it off and the show was a great success. I distinctly remember being genuinely proud of myself after the opening night. If you could live in any era, when would it be and why? It would have to be Hollywood in the late 1930s. It was the golden age of Katharine Hepburn, Rita Hayworth, Ava Gardner and Bette Davis when leading ladies effortlessly exuded class and sex appeal with great dignity. I would spend night after night in the Coconut Grove enjoying the atmosphere and spend my days reflecting the era on canvas. Would you consider moving away from Liverpool? I don’t think so. Don’t get me wrong,
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Are You Ready To
PARTY? JD Parties are once again hosting the biggest and best Christmas Party Spectacular in the North West, in the Grand Pavilion at Knowsley Safari Park
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ith 20 years’ experience in the hospitality business and having entertained over half a million guests, JD Parties still remain as passionate about making sure everyone has a first class evening as they did on the first night. The parties just keep getting bigger and better and just when you think they can’t top it – they do! This year they are extremely excited to announce that DJs Rossie, Jay, Lee Butler and Simon Greening from Radio City will be playing all your party favourites and real dance floor fillers. Masquerade is a masked performance with a difference. Begin your voyage of discovery into a fantastic and mysterious world of music, dance, masks and spectacular costumes. The cast of singers and dancers have performed
on Sky One’s ‘Got to Dance’, ‘The X Factor’ and The Brit Awards, having entertained all over the Europe and appeared with Rihanna, The Saturdays and Tinchy Stryder and in numerous music videos. Join in the fun and bring your masks (traditional or modern, serious or funny). There are fun competitions and prizes throughout the evening plus a charity fun casino with roulette and blackjack and a prize of a bottle of Champagne for the most chips won on the night. Why not try an exotic cocktail specially prepared by one of our professional mixologist sat the Moét & Chandon Cocktail Bar? Also on board this year is award winning chef Max Gnoyke who is renowned as one of the best banqueting chefs in the UK. It’s this level of quality and attention to detail that makes a JD Christmas Party that much more special than others. Andrew Gentles, General Manager says ‘It is often compared to a top West End show with all the trimmings, so why not enjoy a top rated menu too?’ JD Parties are ready - are you ready to party? To find out more visit: www.jdparties.co.uk or call 0845 757 3043
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‘I do’
Waving her wand into wedding design, say ‘I do’ with Elaine Cunningham.
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ith dresses, invitations, venues, dates and menus to consider, there’s a lot that needs to ‘marry up’ succesfully to give the happy couple their perfect day. Adding to the love and building fairytales one-by-one, is Elaine Cunningham - the most important third person in any marriage. Having long served as the go-to interiors specialist for new couples moving into their first home, or married couples looking to redecorate their family home after years of wear and tear, Elaine is now looking to start her design journey with you from the day you tie the knot. Offering a full turnkey design service, your special day is
guaranteed to go smoothly without an un-centered napkin ring or off-balanced candelabra in sight. Elaine and her team are specialists in providing design transformations and can create any bespoke wedding décor service to dress your venue inside and out, no matter how large or small your budget is. Elaine also offers a wedding gift list and voucher service - ideal for couples first moving in together. Taking inspiration from a couples current lifestyle and personal taste, Elaine adds ‘As no two weddings are ever the same, it is important for us to really get to know the bride and groom to gain an understanding of who they are and where their interests lie. ‘From hearing about their lifestyle and taste preferences, it becomes easier to create a theme that is tailored to the special day that they have always dreamed of. ‘We are committed to helping our couples make the most of their venue and to ensure that the various
elements come together to make a seamless event. We have a passion for providing unique ideas that make for great talking points and wonderful memories. ‘By taking each couple through what we call the ‘senses test’, we can establish what it is that they envisage being able to see, smell, hear, touch and taste throughout their magical day – contributing to a flawless event.’ To enquire about Elaine Cunningham’s wedding design service, please call 0151 236 9280 or visit the Elaine Cunningham Home Store at 22-24 Chapel Street, Liverpool, L3 9AG. PRIVATE LIFE 37
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I LOVE WINTER SUN Margi Birch takes a look at how to protect your eyes through the winter months
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FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING WINTER EYEWEAR
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unglasses protect your peepers whether you’re jetting off to the slopes or simply driving under the setting sun at home. It’s winter but why sacrifice style... or your vision?! Whether you are sledding, ice climbing, snowboarding, skiing or ice-skating your way through a winter wonderland of white powder this season, always remember those winter sunnies. Most people assume that grey skies mean that eye protection is unnecessary, but with harmful UVA and UVB rays easily able to pass through clouds, eye damage can still occur, even in the most overcast of weather at home or abroad. During winter, as any driver will tell you, the sun sits lower in the sky and shines at a different angle, increasing the chance of glare which can be irritating and damaging to the eyes. This makes the tissues in the eyes more vulnerable to the damaging effects of ultraviolet light, which include age-related cataracts, age-related macular degenerations and cancer of the eyelids and skin around the eyes. The key is to make sure you look for sunglasses that protect you from 100% of both UVA and UVB light. Fortunately, there are sunglasses and other eyewear specifically developed to avoid letting snow-induced glare and cold air particles irritate or damage your precious eyes.
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One factor you need to consider when purchasing winter eyewear is your surroundings. The snowier the place, the more protection you need because there would assuredly be increased glare, UV rays, and potential for accidents during such circumstances.
WINTER COLOURS AND GLARE: You are surrounded by these two basic colours whenever you’re outside a snow field: grey and white. When you’re in a place filled with snow the sunlight is inescapable, bouncing off the mounds of snow as though they’re mirrors. Because of the extreme reflective properties of the colour white, your eyes will practically fry like an egg inside a well-oiled-up frying pan under these conditions thanks to the glare snow produces.
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Sunglasses should help immensely in reducing the glare, particularly polarized sunglasses. Therefore, if you’re about to compete in a winter sport, then it’s prudent to buy eyewear such as Oakley or Maui Jim that offer polarized glasses in order to diffuse the reflected sunlight and keep it from straining your eyes. By wearing polarized sunglasses you won’t have to squint when attending to your winter sport of choice, and you’ll have a clearer view of your destination to boot.
CHECKING FOR GENUINE POLARIZED SUNGLASSES:
You can check if the glasses you intend to buy are polarized with this simple test. First, turn your glasses in a circle. If the glare comes back then fades, then the sunglasses are polarized. Looking through two sets of polarized glasses should also yield zero visibility, because they work by chopping off the light waves at a perpendicular angle to the glare. Putting one polarized pair of sunglasses on top of the other will also eliminate waves from two angles, thus yielding zero visibility.
DESIGN AND TYPE:
Picking whether you should use goggles or sunglasses is just as important as taking note of their design. Goggles tend to stay on your face better but are bulky, while sunglasses are lightweight and easily removable. There are also wrap around sunglass lenses available that will protect you from unexpected flying particles as well. Picking the appropriate pair for winter will depend on your specific needs and goals. For more advice, please call 0151 709 2012 or visit www.silverbergopticians.co.uk PRIVATE LIFE 39
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Sarah Lancashire talks to Crown Travel to find out where we should be heading this Christmas
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ith cooler climes heading to the city, there is little to warm the heart in the coming months. However, with some great Christmas destinations now coming to life, heading to a Christmas market can help to melt the frosty chill of your mood, reawakening your festive cheer. Some of the most renowned markets have been in existence since the Middle Ages and it’s hard to beat the traditional gingerbreadhouse Christmas stalls for festive spirit and goodwill. With some markets drawing upwards of two million visitors through December, their festive charms clearly capture the imagination. While enthusiastic vendors peer out selling arts and crafts from their fairy-lit snow-topped
cabins, roast chestnuts and mulled wine are consumed aplenty to a distant chorus of carol singers, evoking the warmth of a traditional yuletide.
Prague
Christmas markets, known locally as ‘Váno�ní trhy’, are a key ingredient of the festive magic throughout the Czech Republic. And the Prague Christmas markets are the most impressive, lighting up the city centre, and bringing locals and tourists together to share in the holiday spirit. Open daily at the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, a winter wonderland awaits visitors looking to soak up the festive atmosphere, browse the stalls and enjoy hearty food and wine. There are large hams roasting on spits, traditional Czech pastries to try, such as ‘Trdelník’ - a hot sugary coated pastry - and of course terribly unhealthy, but wonderfully tasty barbecued sausages. To accompany the food, you’ll find Pilsner Urquell and other Czech beers on offer, plus plenty of warm drinks. Outdoor Christmas shopping is so much nicer with a cup of hot wine (sva�ené víno or sva�ák) in your hand!
Most impressive of all is the Christmas tree, shipped in from the Krkonose mountains in the North of the country. It is erected at the Old Town Square and draped in a blaze of lights. The tree is switched on every night around 5pm. Set against Prague’s dark gothic skyline, this is truly a spectacular sight.
Cologne
Every year, the city centre of Cologne is touched by the magic of the festivities in the run-up to Christmas. When the Christmas markets in Cologne open their gates on the last Monday before Advent, millions of visitors from around the world delight at the goods on sale at the quaintly designed huts (or “Buden”). Cologne offers its visitors a grand total of six romantic Christmas
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Markets in the city centre. Each has its own special atmosphere and its own programme. Angels and elves and Father Christmases as well as twinkling stars and the aroma of roasted almonds and ‘Glühwein’ entice you to browse in the festively decorated centre of Cologne. In front of the impressive backdrop of Cologne’s most famous landmark, the Cathedral christmas market awaits visitors with its 150 attractively designed wooden pavilions. Beneath the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland, you can choose from numerous sweet delicacies, watch artisans at work and enjoy the “Original Christmas mulled wine” out of the festively decorated Christmas mugs.
Regional specialities and organically certified food are an important component of the market concept, all of a high quality.
Tallinn
As the home of the world’s first Christmas tree, it is not hard to see the romantic appeal of this beautiful city. Tallinn’s market is fairly new on the winter circuit, but what it lacks in history it certainly makes up for in atmosphere. The Christmas market takes place on the achingly picturesque Raekoja plats, the Old Town Hall Square, a cobbled expanse dominated by the 15th Century Town Hall (although all the surrounding buildings are chocolate-box charming). Given its latitude, you’re almost guaranteed snow here, and while the small market isn’t worth visiting for alone, it adds significantly to the old-fashioned romance of a snow-dusted weekend here. A brightly lit Christmas tree stands above the groups of stalls which
line the square, selling a range of Estonian arts and crafts, mulled wine and sausages. You can pick up some good hand-made, natural, gifts here such as carved wooden bowls or decorations made from wood and twine. The best buy, though, is the hand-knitted jumpers, socks and bobble-hats, knitted in natural grey, beige wool. Father Christmas arrives in the evenings to pose for photos with the children, although the low-key atmosphere probably makes it a better choice for couples. There are several candle-lit restaurants fringing the square, making good refuges if the cold gets too much.
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Vienna
The ‘Christkindlmarkt’ on the square in front of the magnificent Town Hall is Vienna’s classic Christmas market. It is one of the best-known and most visited in Europe, attracting millions of visitors to its rows of wooden huts. It is certainly one of the oldest, dating back over seven hundred years, and starts early - from midNovember - which is handy for those wanting to avoid the pre-Christmas crowds. The park surrounding the market is one of the highlights - its trees decorated with themed lights,
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shaped like hearts or gingerbread men. The market itself has a central row of stalls selling hand-crafted decorations and arty bits and pieces, as well as deliciously scented natural beeswax candles. The Vokshalle, within the Town Hall, is home to a daily workshop for kids in Vienna where parents can drop them off to make presents and bake Christmas cookies. An added attraction is that throughout December, choirs from around the world perform in the Festival Hall at weekends.
Brussels
In a city famous for its cuisine, it’s good to find that its Christmas market is a good choice for foodies. Here, the market takes over the Grand-Place, Brussels’ commercial hub, famous for the lavishly carved of its guildhouses. Strings of lights cascade down from the centre, over the little chalet-style wooden huts which cluster around the square, each representing a different European country (although most of what’s on offer is the usual array of Christmas decorations and arts and crafts). There are some good food stalls, though - alongside mulled wine are stands dishing out plump French olives, mountains of Belgian chocolates, steaming plates of moules or steamed snails, jars of preserved fruits and ‘speculoos’, hard gingerbread shaped like Father Christmas. The Fish Market is transformed into a temporary ice rink in December, making it a big attraction for locals. Carols are filtered through
loudspeakers, and jugglers, street musicians and painters brave the cold to entertain the crowds. From December 23rd, many of the stalls switch hands, and the market becomes more of a gastronomic affair.
Berlin
As befits a city as modern and edgy as Berlin, the city’s main Christmas market has an altogether more contemporary feel than those in the rest of Germany. There are actually several markets that take place around the city, but the most popular - and most visited, with around four million visitors last year - is the one that takes place around the Kaiser Wilhelm Gedächtniskirche. The setting itself is interesting, with stalls clustered around the Gedächtniskirche (or Memorial Church) which was hit in a bomb attack in WWII, and left only partly restored as a poignant reminder to the war.
The market isn’t as large as one might expect, with around one hundred stalls, housed in traditional rustic, wooden huts that seem rather out of place in Berlin. There’s the usual array of traditional arts, crafts and Christmas decorations, but the fact that the city is home to some of Europe’s leading cutting-edge artists and designers doesn’t go unnoticed - you should find a good selection of more radical artworks and decorations, as well as an eclectic selection of antique and contemporary jewellery. For more details on trips to winter markets and other holiday destinations, please call Crown Travel on 0151 724 2265 PRIVATE LIFE 43
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Lobster & Crab Risotto Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Serves: 2
Ingredients: 450g Lobster, diced 400g Arborio Rice 4 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Finely chopped garlic cloves 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley 200g Cherry tomatoes - cut into quarters 1L Fish stock 150ml Dry white wine 200g Double cream 80g Fresh white crab meat 1 Tablespoon of butter Salt and black pepper Instructions: Heat 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into a pan before adding the two finely chopped garlic cloves and sautĂŠing. Add the lobster and the fresh white crab meat and cook for 2 minutes. Quarter the cherry tomatoes and add to the pan, cooking for a further 3 minutes.
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The Magic of
BORDEAUX Sommelier and investor Alice Anastasiou shares her tips with you
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ordeax is the largest AC (Appellation Controlée) region in France, both in terms of volume and value. Thirteen grape varieties are permitted under the AC regulations, however, three black grape varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc) and two white (Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon) are predominately traded. Bordeaux occupies 6.4 million hectoliters of vineyards, produces over 71 million cases of Bordeaux wine that fall under 60 million appellations every year and with
more than 12,000 châteaux names appearing on Bordeaux labels. Since 1855, Bordeaux has operated a château-based classification system, however, determining quality has and is proved by the classified growths or Crus classés – which tend to occupy the best soils. By far the most famous of these is the classification of the châteaux of the Medoc and the Grave, home to ‘Left’ banks finest red wines and the world’s archetypes for blends Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. At the world’s wine trade at
Cos d’Estournel, ‘Left’ banks Saint-Estèphe and Pauillac showcased their vintage. Despite the climate’s challenging conditions, they both maintained their status as Bordeaux’s most reliable appellations, producing wine with elegance and ageability. Château Cos d’Estournel’s 2011 (one of the top wines in Saint-Estèphe), Château Calon-Segur 2011, Château Montrose 2011, Château Mouton-Rothschild 2011, and Château LafiteRothschild 2011 (a selection of one of the finest wines grown on a single estate – a Premier Crus classé in a small, communal AOC of Pauillac) were the superstars of their vintage. There is a great loyalty to Bordeaux and a new generation of wine enthusiasts yearn for enlightenment and are always in search of wine tasting events for that tasting experience. Panoramic 34 on Brook Street, L3 is hosting a Bordeaux evening that will encompass Bordeaux’s cuisine accompanied with wines made from the grape varieties indigenous to its region. For further information call Panoramic 34 on 0151 236 5534.
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From punches to peace Jason Matthews catches up with Evander Holyfield over dinner in Il Forno
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t is not often you walk down Duke Street and find a 6ft 3” heavyweight champion heading your way. Nor, for that matter, one that travels the world to inspire future generations of boxing talent. Evander Holyfield landed in Liverpool not so long ago to promote the ‘Increase The Peace’ initiative, a charity that aims to offer children an alternative path - away from guns, weapons and gang culture - to learn new skills or a trade which will enable them to forge a better life for themselves. Evander says, ‘I think life is based on the clear relationships we have with each other. I was brought up, the youngest of nine, in a deprived and unsuccessful area. There was not much hope for me until I went to a boy’s club when I was six years of age. They taught me how to stay motivated and ambitious. Because of that opportunity, I believe, I became the five times heavyweight champion of the world.’ The champ added,‘Children need role models and to be taught that you can make a choice as to what kind of life you want to have. My family had never achieved anything prior to myself, nor my friends, nor the community I was raised in. There were few people with the drive to succeed and there were few people with the role models needed for this. Everyday I was at the boy’s club after school. It had a very engaging programme that made a huge difference to my life. This is something we hope to emulate in Liverpool. I strongly believe a city is all about the people who live in it and there is not one set formula that I can bring to Liverpool and guarantee it will be a success. We have to work with whatis already implemented in the city and talk to the next generation to find out what it is that they want to achieve and how they want to achieve it.’ He added,‘I am very passionate about seeing the talent in Liverpool grow and I am happy to be a part of that over the coming years. I am here to create new life and help out wherever I can. The youth are our future and we should all respect that.’ PRIVATE LIFE 47
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KEEPING FIT FOR THE HOLIDAYS The holidays are a time for celebration, but it is in our nature to over indulge as we let our hair down over the Christmas season. But do not fret the professionals are here to help and guide us on the right path as we enjoy the trappings of the party season. The fitness gurus at David Lloyd Leisure share their expert tips for staying fit and merry when temptation calls.
Fitness Tips 1. Make sure you have as many workouts as you do nights out. 2. Everybody is pressed for time over Christmas. Keep to short, high intensity, full body workouts.
Diet Tips 1. Include plenty of anti-oxidants in your diet e.g. Green tea, blueberries and oranges. 2. Be more creative with your turkey leftovers. Steer clear of sandwiches and try adding it to salads and casseroles.
Martin Jones, Personal Trainer
Fitness Tips 1. Try early morning exercise on an empty stomach, e.g. 10 mins of skipping before breakfast. 2. Do press-ups and sit-ups before bed - 20 for females 50 for males.
Diet Tips 1. Drink black coffee every morning to eliminate harmful toxins. 2. Keep fruit and fibre high throughout Christmas. Eat more than your five a day!
Ryan Roberts, Personal Trainer
Fitness Tips 1. Try hard to stick to the gym routine but if not fit in walks even for just 20 mins. 2. At home try fitness videos or fit games like Wii with the kids.
Diet Tips 1. Re- Hydrate: Aim to have 1 glass of water with every alcoholic beverage at Christmas parties. 2. Reach for the healthy stuff like veggie and hummus and also eat before hitting the parties so you are less tempted to snack on the bad stuff.
Nicky Gill, Group Fitness Instructor
For more information on personal training classes at David Lloyd Leisure, please email sport.speke@davidlloyd.co.uk or call 0151 494 4000
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Thomas Kyle LOCAL TEEN TENNIS STAR
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een stars are always fascinating creatures. Whether it’s a music idol like Justin Beiber or a Paralympics hero like Ellie Simmonds, people watch in awe of these talented young things accomplishing so much at such a tender age. Merseyside boasts a talented teen of its own, in the diminutive form of fifteen-year-old Thomas Kyle. The starlet has stormed the tennis circuit in recent months through skill, hard work and expert coaching with Anthony Hardman at David Lloyd Leisure in Speke. A year ago the ace couldn’t break the top 100 mark, but this past summer he slammed his way into fifth spot. From struggling to reach the top 100, to a breakthrough into
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the top 10, is a pretty remarkable feat in that timespan. To add to the awe, Thomas has been playing tennis a fraction of the time you’d expect from a champ, starting at the relatively advanced age of eleven. His training is a priority, with Thomas taking advantage of the first rate facilities at David Lloyd Leisure. The West Derby teen has been training with Anthony and the David Lloyd All Stars since he began his tennis career. He has now graduated to the performance programme that is also held under the David Lloyd All Stars programme umbrella. Thomas explained ‘I train at David Lloyd Speke six days a week and would train seven if I wasn’t made to take a day off. It has been a great move for me and hopefully one which will see me win nationals this summer.’ Anthony Hardman, Thomas’ coach at David Lloyd, told us, ‘I have been working with Tom for two years now. He simply has a unique work ethic that anyone who has watched him train would testify. Since he joined the performance programme here at David Lloyd Speke we have worked on developing the technical side of his game so that he could move on and become a top national competitor. The results have been outstanding and in my opinion Tom is one of the favourites for the British 16 and under nationals this summer.’ Anthony and Thomas point to his improved fitness, coupled with strength and power, as factors for his series of wins in recent months. Thomas has won the Bolton Grand Prix, and Manchester, Goole and Upton Opens, which has led nicely to some sponsorship deals with tennis brand Head. Thomas says, ‘I started being coached by Ant and joined the performance programme in December 2010. Since then, with thanks to the coaching and facilities, plus the professionalism on offer, my ranking has rocketed from outside the top 100 in my age group to the top five, with a high of three.’ Anthony adds, ‘Our programme caters for players of all abilities from age two all the way up to international senior level. Tom is just one of the many players putting David Lloyd Speke tennis on the national and indeed international map. There is a lot of talent coming out of David Lloyd in Speke and it’s the personnel and facilities that give the well rounded support necessary to succeed.’
David Lloyd Leisure is committed to making the most of youth and family fitness. Their group fitness, activities, and programmes are second to none and their calendar of events boasts a superb offering for the whole family. They have recently re-modelled and launched the DL kid’s rooms where youngsters can use the crèche or attend fabulous events. For party bookings please email sport.speke@davidlloyd.co.uk or call 0151 494 4000
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The church of
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Ged Flanagan delves into the foundations of one of Liverpool’s oldest parish churches
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ituated at the foot of Chapel Street, peering out across Liverpool’s waterfront is one of the city’s oldest places of worship, the Church of Saint Nicholas. Standing in the shadows of Liverpool’s famous skyline, it is hard to believe that this proud, yet modest building was once the tallest in the city at 53 metres between 1813-1868, prior to being surpassed by the Welsh Presbytarian Church in Toxteth. As the patron saint of protecting and guarding people, cities and churches, St. Nicholas’ chief patronage is that of sailors and ships – offering a safe voyage and protection from storms. An apt spot, therefore, on the brow of Liverpool’s docklands. The church’s turbulent history, at least in terms of its structure, offers a fitting parallel with that of the famous old parish in which it is housed.
The Parish of Liverpool essentially encompasses the entire city centre, placing St Nick’s at the heart of the city as it stands defiantly by the riverside. Receiving its first charter from King John in 1207, Liverpool built its first stone chapel in 1257 called Mary del Quay, which was used as the main centre of worship until 1355. Overlooking a quay on the River Mersey, further land was granted to the burgesses by the Duke of Lancaster and construction began for a new chapel to be built dedicated to Our Lady and St Nicholas which was to accommodate the fast growing population of the borough of Liverpool. The construction of the chapel took more than a century and in 1361 a plague devastated the city, which resulted in the licensing of the adjoining burial ground. Further disaster would follow. Between 1811 and 1815, a new tower and lantern were built at the north side of the church, after the old structure catastrophically collapsed, killing 25 people, many of them children. The new tower was designed by Thomas Harrison of Chester, a renowned architect responsible for another of the city’s famous old buildings, The Lyceum (see p11). The last remains of the original chapel of St Mary del Quay, which had been used as a tavern, were demolished. The churchyard used to be surrounded by walls and from 1758 to 1772, a battery of guns stood on an area of the
burial ground (now covered by road) to defend the river. Until 1767, when George’s Dock was built where the Liver Building now stands, the River Mersey reached the church garden walls at high tide. In 1849 the churchyard was closed to burials and in 1891 it was transformed into a public garden in memory of James Harrison, whose shipping company had its offices facing the churchyard until the early 21st century. During World War II, the bells were removed for safety, but they were never rehung. Following a German air raid on 21 December 1940, the main body of the church was destroyed by the resulting fire, leaving only the parish rooms, vestries and the 19th century tower. Rebuilding work eventually began on the new church in 1949. Yet again St Nick’s had met with disaster but like it’s proud home city it could not be subdued for long. It is, after all, a Liverpool Parish Church. PRIVATE LIFE 53
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Silverberg Opticians Giving Liverpool vision for 55 years
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tarting as a Saturday boy at branches on Oakfield Road, County Road and Aigburth Road, a young Ian Silverberg was able to manage his optical workload in the morning while still making his weekly trips to Anfield to catch the Liverpool matches in the afternoon. Ian explains, ‘When I first started, I used to love the work. There wasn’t the paperwork I have to do now and I wasn’t as involved in the business side of things then, but I remember always getting up each weekend and wasting no time in getting myself to the shop. I enjoyed it and it was always very rewarding to be able to help customers choose their glasses. I have fond memories of when I first
began my optical career – it was a lot of fun.’ ‘I think the most enjoyable part of the job is interacting with the customers’, Ian adds. ‘You get all sorts of people from all walks of life coming into a store everyday and it is great to be able to start a conversation with them and find out who they are and what it is you can help them with.’ After deciding to continue their journey into Liverpool’s city centre, Ian and Martine bought out Rueben Myers and settled on Whitechapel some 30 years ago - not realising they were soon to become one of the fastest growing names in Liverpool’s optometry field. Ian continues, ‘I have always loved dealing with the public and after being in the practice in town for so many years, it’s great to still have the same customers bringing their children and grandchildren into the store – they become part of your extended family.’ After a brief stint in an old sex shop whilst their newly-acquired Rueben Myers store was renovated, the Silverberg empire continued to grow over the years until Ian and Martine could bring their three sons into
the business. Martine adds, ‘As the business got busier and busier it was great to be able to include the boys as it really made the brand a family-run company in every sense of the word. There is nothing more rewarding than being able to live and work alongside the ones you love the most and it became obvious that we needed to expand again about ten years ago when the demand for our products and services outweighed the current store’s capacity.’ Taking the bold step to find other premises and facing eviction from a landlord who wanted to raze their store to the ground, the Silverbergs hunted long and hard to find a new home for their brand. After six months, the Silverbergs discovered
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their current premises just a few doors down. Ian adds, ‘It was a stressful time as our current premises only just came on the market a few weeks before we had to vacate our old shop. We knew there was a substantial investment that needed to be made but both Martine and myself wanted to remain on Whitechapel and we were confident this part of town would continue to look after us as it had done for the previous 20 years. We still laugh at the number of old men that used to peer through our door during our first renovation, looking for the old sex shop.’ To remain on Whitechapel was a bold move for both Ian and Martine back in 2003 as at this time most of Whitechapel’s stores were closed and a number of buildings lay derelict. The only shop that remained open was their current premises and undertaking a £250,000 refurbishment was not to be taken lightly by the couple. Ian explains, ‘It was a massive investment for us at the time but we knew it was one that we had to make. Liverpool was in the process of bidding for the Capital of Culture and I have always been someone who has looked to the city’s future. We both put our faith in Liverpool and I was confident that if we won Capital of Culture, the money would superseed plans to redevelop Whitechapel and bring it back to life once again.’ Now, another ten years on, and Silverberg Opticians is continuing to go from strength to strength. Now stocking some of the most exclusive ranges in the North West, neither Martine or Ian ever see themselves retiring from the business as it is their identity and their biggest achievement - bar meeting one another and creating a family. Silverberg Optician’s always welcome new customers and loyal faces. If you ever fancy popping in to speak with Ian or Martine, simply call the store on 0151 709 2012, or for further information on Silverberg Opticians please visit www.silverbergoptitions.co.uk PRIVATE LIFE 55
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Peter Roberts investigates how this business mastermind prescribes his doses of professional advice
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hether you are a small independent retailer or a national brand floating on the stock market, no company is too big to consider some well informed business advice. That is where business consultant Keith comes in. He explains, ‘What I try to achieve with all my clients is to help them through quite significant periods of change, and I suppose if you look at the present climate that we are in there is a huge amount of opportunity in that area to help organisations change the way they work, rationalise, and become more competitive and efficient. A lot of clients come to me to help them with the processes with their organisation, maybe with recommendations around technology and also advisory services in terms of current legislation and new requirements they need to adapt to.’ Although never intending to enter this field, Keith puts his success down to his ability to deploy consultants to the organisation very quickly, to diagnose where the issues are and find fairly rapid solutions to help the clients. He adds, ‘What I do is hugely rewarding. I think working with people at the moment, it appears there is a lot of tensions in the industry that we are having to address and we all forget that at the end of those tensions are individuals or groups of people who have the same anxieties as me and you and I think it’s really important to address that by providing people who can identify with that. I tend to find consultants who can quickly find issues and translate them coherently into a language that can be understood by the teams. So it’s about localising a group of people who can work with operational teams in a big manufacturing organisation or in a service organisation and also those working at sea level.’ Although he spends most of his time now in London or abroad, Keith is fiercely proud of his Liverpool roots and sees great potential in the city. He says, ‘I think I’m the surrogate son of Liverpool. It looks after me when I’m here and when I’m not here I always remember where I’m from. I think you always carry some of the characteristics of the city even if you don’t recognise them in yourself. I put my hands up and say I have really warmed to the city over the last ten years, and this has probably been largely due to the visitors who have come to the city that have opened my eyes to its astonishing potential. ‘I think in recognition we have an awful lot to be proud of. Liverpool is maturing and there is a real pace to the city now. It’s got a strong club culture and it’s become a lot more sophisticated in terms of retail shopping. We have a rich heritage which is not as well published as it should be, we have a river that we do not exploit as much as we should do and I think there are a lot of things we need to do better over the coming years. But as a Liverpudlian,
Keith Little Giving business a clean bill of health
I think most people would say that, we also have a determination which I am beginning to recognise more and more. For me personally it’s been part of my motivation carrying the Liverpool flag wherever I go and it’s important to take a sense of pride in the city. It does have an awful lot of personality that has given me a sense of identity and personality that I have tried to use both nationally and internationally.’ Keith adds, ‘I look forward to seeing Liverpool get to where it needs to be in terms of its transport links, cultural links, and its recognition for all the good things it’s doing. I think it still suffers a little bit from being perceived as secondary to Manchester and perhaps in the past this has been true but I personally view it on a par these days and believe the nation’s opinion is changing. I think as Liverpool grows in confidence, hopefully we will see a lot more investment over the coming years.’
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Regular VISITOR
Kris Tisdale looks at how to make a success of your website and keep visitors coming back for more
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o matter how good your services or products are you probably have many competitors who are spending considerable time trying to woo new customers and entice your existing ones away. So how do you turn your website into your customers’ favourite web destination? Here are some handy tips:
1. Keep your website user friendly Overly complicated websites tend to drive users away. If it takes more than 3 clicks to arrive at the information your customer wants you need to seriously look at your website navigation. You also need to be careful when using high resolution images as these may look great but can take far too long to load on smartphones using the 3G network.
2. Don’t be afraid to show your personality One of the key things to remember is that people buy people. While your website should always remain professional, it is very important to
stamp your (or your company’s) personality all over it. Nothing bores visitors more than reading information that has been written by robots. Don’t be afraid to have some fun with the website, as this will certainly keep people flocking back. A good example of this is Google. Even though they are possibly the most viewed website in the world, I personally like to check in each day to see if there is a new ‘Google doodle’.
3. You just have to have a blog Following on from the last point, the easiest way to express your personality online is through the continued use of a blog. Personally I find nothing gets the creative juices flowing like a nice bottle of Rioja, which is why you will find most of my blogs are written in the evening. One client suggested I change the name of my blog to ‘The Drunken Ramblings of a Mad Man.’ While this was said in jest, he is probably right. Far more people would read that instead of something simply called ‘news’ and ‘blog’.
4. Still not got a mobile website? Despite a massive rise in mobile web viewing over the last 2 years, some companies still haven’t launched a mobile version of their website yet. It is very easy to check on your analytics program what percentage of your visitors are viewing your site from their smartphone and it is easy to assume you have probably lost those visitors to a more mobile friendly website. If you are currently using social media or
QR codes to direct traffic to your website you should be particularly concerned as the vast majority of people are now accessing social media on their smartphones. I was recently at a restaurant that had decided to put QR codes on their menu. After scanning the QR code it led me to a desktop version of the their website which did not work on my Smartphone and unfortunately I had left my desktop computer in the office so I have no idea what they wanted me to see. Often, it only takes simple changes to make a big difference and a lot of the time you can easily implement them yourself with a bit of guidance. If you need any help please feel free to email me kris@ambosdigital.com or call the office on 0800 774 7025.
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Private Life lifts the lid on the lady behind the interiors empire
24 Hours
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any people would view the Elaine Cunningham Home Store on Liverpool’s Chapel Street as the last word on interiors and furnishings in the city. What many people may not know is who the business savvy Mrs Cunningham actually is and what it is that has made her forge a pathway for herself in Liverpool creating a brand that is at the forefront of people’s minds as the leading interiors specialist in the area. Although you may see her pounding the cobbles of Chapel Street in her high heels or driving around town from one consultation to another, talking to Elaine, it is clear how grounded and in-touch she is with every customer that walks through her door. Elaine’s passion is not only in interiors but her staff and her customers and this was evident when Elaine allowed us to follow in her footsteps for the day. From staff briefings, to store inspection and customer interaction, Elaine is dedicated to her craft. She adds, ‘When clients walk through the door, you really do not know a great deal about their lives and what it is they may be looking for. It is our job to quickly make each of our customers feel at ease and find out how we can help them. ‘I would like to think our clients remain loyal due to
our exclusive product offerings and value. We don’t have a service policy in store per se other than to treat customers as our extended family. Relationships take time to build and we constantly remain in touch with all of our customers to keep up to date with their lives and ensure they are happy with all of their Elaune Cunningham products and services. Seeing the clients that visited the store in our 24-hours it is apparent that Elaine is not only building homes, but filling them with happiness as she goes. Over the course of the day a young mother popped in to tell Elaine how comfy her daughter’s new bed is, while a grandmother rang up the store to thank Elaine for the photograph frame that now holds a picture of her grandchildren. Over coming years Elaine’s intention is to expand her range and diversify her offering, to continue spreading her brand (and happiness) throughout our homes. Within a few years, it will not only be possible to visit Elaine’s store and pick up a dressing table, but you will also be able to pick up the jewellery, clothing and perfume to adorn it. To visit the store or find out more about the ranges that Elaine Cunningham stocks, please visit www.elainecunninghaminteriors.com
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Eaton Road £899,950 A beautiful detatched residence located within Cressington Park, this fabulously appointed property offers unrivalled views across the River Mersey and beyond. Featuring five bedrooms, one of which incorporates a cinema/entertainment room, this stunning family home also comprises a beautiful fitted kitchen with the highest quality finish and library with bespoke hand crafted furniture and carved stone fireplace.
Features • 5 Bedrooms • Stunning view • Spacious basement
• Cinema Room • Library • Tandem Garage
For information contact Sutton Kersh on 0151 734 0666
Through the Keyhole... Salisbury Road £850,000 This stunning detached residence is nestled in one of the city’s most desirable residential areas, overlooking the River Mersey, and maintains many of its original Victorian period features. The seven bedroom property is split over three floors and is beautifully appointed throughout. The gardens are substantial and wellestablished and feature a working vegetable garden. The footprint also includes a self contained, detached coach house.
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• 7 Bedrooms • Period Features • Vegetable Garden
• Coach House • Walk-in Pantry • Substantial Driveway
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Baroncroft Road £950,000+ This recently constructed detached property sits in an enviable location near to Calderstones Park. Spread across three floors, visitors to this highly desirable residence are greeted by a bespoke oak staircase and generous reception hall, before encountering the seven bedrooms, the impressive kitchen and dining room and an array of family rooms. The property benefits from an efficient underfloor heating system, quality joinery and integrated speaker system throughout.
Features • 7 Bedrooms • Dressing Room • Garden Room
• Reception Hall • His & Hers En-Suite • 2 Garages
For information contact Sutton Kersh on 0151 734 0666
Coming Soon Manor House £795,000 Located in beautiful Hale Village, this stunning Grade II* Listed home dates back to the 17th Century and boasts substantial established gardens, nine bedrooms, a wealth of original features and four further ancillary buildings, which are ripe for development. A cobbled courtyard is housed at the rear of the property, while the paddock provides equestrian opportunities. Poet Sir John Betjemin once stayed at the property, and penned “The Manor House” in 1974.
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• 9 Bedrooms • 2 Kitchens • Cobbled Courtyard • 4 Outer Buildings • Paddock • Garage
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Every year hundreds of children visit The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre with their families. Many face an anxious and worrying wait for treatment making an already traumatic time even more distressing. Our Children's Playroom Appeal will give our youngest patients and their families a colourful, creative and fun place at Clatterbridge to help take their mind of the treatment they are facing. But we urgently need your help to raise ÂŁ50,000 to make this worthwhile project happen. Cancer affects the whole family. Please donate and support our Children's Playroom Appeal today and help put a smile on the faces of hundreds of families across our region living with cancer. Visit www.clatterbridgecc.org.uk or call 0151 482 7948.
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