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Contributors Sylvaine Poitau Philip Pinfold, Nicola Miller, Ruth Cutts, Adrian Green, Sam Simpson, Suzie Love, Sue Adams, Karen Wolff-Evans, Nicola Miller, Lucy Ohsten, Louise and Anthony Cullen

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Tickets are now on sale for Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival 2016, which takes place over the weekend of 24 and 25 September. Now in its 11th year, the friendly festival is held in the historic and beautiful setting of Snape Maltings, Suffolk, the home of Aldeburgh Music. This year’s festival will showcase over 100 of the region’s finest food and drink producers and is hosting leading chefs from around the UK. Headlining the two-day calendar, jam-packed with demos and handson masterclasses, will be the chef and author Angela Hartnett, whose ever growing collection of restaurants includes London’s Michelin starred Murano in Chelsea and the fashionable Shoreditch haunt Merchants Tavern. East Anglia has long been a larder for

the rest of England and this important role continues. The Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival celebrates the strong connection between Suffolk’s landscape and the abundance, variety and quality of its produce, coming from the sea, the rivers and the fertile valleys which lead to the rich arable soil of the region’s uplands.

GREAT IPSWICH BAKE OFF 2016 The winner of the Great Ipswich Bake Off 2016 has been crowned after impressing the judges with an ‘Ipswich on a plate’ cake. Barbara Zion from Ipswich pulled out all the stops, beating stiff competition from others to showcase the town on a cake in this year’s competition. As the winner, Barbara receives £100 of baking goodies so she can continue with her passion of creating wonderful cakes for her family and friends. The Great Ipswich Bake Off formed part of Food and Drink Forknight that ran earlier in the year.

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THE SHOOT TEAM: Photographer, Adrian Green; hair & make-up artist, Suzie Love; production, Jenny Green at blink2 Photography; stylist, Samantha Simpson; photographer’s assistant, Poppy Green. THE JUDGES: A big thank you to all our judges, Vanilla magazine’s Laura and Michelle; Samantha Simpson from JMM, Suzie Love, Homespun’s Sam Denny-Hodson and Heart FM presenter, Heidi Secker. THE FINALISTS: Even though Harry stood out, the calibre of our finalists was higher than ever this year. They were all lovely girls, who will inevitably succeed in life, whatever career paths they choose, it was a privilege to meet them all. And a ﬁnal thankyou to Latitude for the two festival passes for our winner.

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XCITING NEWS for you discerning style-lovers out there, the fabulous store Fanny & Frank, which can be found in both Woodbridge and Saffron Walden, is opening its third store in Colchester, this September. Owner Karen Wolff-Evans and her team are passionate about clothing, shoes and accessories, and these little department stores with a big heart have been helping customers to look and feel fabulous for many years. “We are thrilled to be opening in Colchester,” says Karen. “Expansion is the next step for us and we are really looking forward to bringing the Fanny & Frank style and service to the town. “We chose Colchester because we wanted to open another store in a larger town, and the customer base is right for us. We appeal to every age group – from 18 to 80 – and we are about understated style, not glitz or bling. We are confident that Colchester will love what we have to offer.” What makes Fanny & Frank stores so special is the sheer

range of quality brands it stocks. European ladies’ designs include Joseph, Oska, Vivian Westwood, Gortz, Daybirger et Mikkelsen, Fanny & Frank, Saffron Walden Hartford, James premium denim, Gestuz, project AJ117, Bitte Kia our number one priority, and this Rand and much, much more. really sets us apart.” They will also stock gorgeous Fanny & Frank can help you accessories and fragrances and find your own look, but what have a fantastic shoe and bag new styles and fashions does department – their footwear is Karen predict for next season? both super stylish and super “The biggest challenge we have comfortable! in this business is predicting the weather, as this has a huge AREN’S background is effect on what people wear. I in retail and marketing, really need a crystal ball! But in so she certainly knows terms of styles, I think we’ll be her stuff when it comes to seeing a lot more ankle boots, fashion. What does she think is cropped trousers, both wide leg the key to the success of Frank and narrow, and the classic white & Fanny? “We love what we do, shirt is making a big comeback. we have a passion for fashion, “I think skinny jeans will and make sure that every person become less of a staple item for who comes into our boutiques the wardrobe, and statement is treated with care and receives colours alongside the classic the best advice. black, brown and grey for winter “It’s not about ‘selling’ to will be very popular. But the real them, it’s about giving them the focus will be fabulous styles and time to experiment, try things shapes for trousers.” on and they get an honest, For more information call the expert opinion from our staff, Woodbridge branch on 01394 in a comfortable and relaxing 384723, or Saffron Walden on environment. Customer service is 01799 516202.

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e would like to say a huge thank you to our readers for helping us raise ÂŁ500 for the Jude Brady Foundation at the Midsummer Shopping Night held at Dance East on Thursday 30 June. There were 21 stallholders including local boutiques offering gorgeous clothing, accessories and jewellery for sale. In addition local hairdressing and beauty salons took part with demos and advice. Pam Davis of Fashion Candy Style put on a fashion show with her fabulous models who strutted the catwalk showcasing outfits from all the wonderful retailers involved in the event and the fantastic Annika Rands, local singer, gave a live performance following the show. We had a fabulous night and hope you did too!

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absolutely love sunshine. I’ve probably said this before, but I need that shot of vitamin D, and the heat on my skin that only sunshine can give you. If I could dictate the weather I’d want summer to start as early in March as possible and to last right up until October. Then I’d like a cold crisp sunny Winter please. I doubt I’m alone in this and I’m sure that’s why we all spend so much time talking about the weather. Summer essentials: Now, unlike many people, Long sleeved white who I’ve seen in dark denim shirt, bright coloured bag and ankle boots. and long boots way into June this year, I like to dress western style. Legs look great if you for summer as early as possible are wearing a heel, but for a casual and keep up the impression of every day look, I suggest a small sunshine until it just becomes silly. block or western heel. This year that’s been a lot easier My second essential is a bright to do with the help of a few little coloured handbag. fashion essentials. My personal favourite colour this My first and probably most season has been yellow, and I’ve important essential, is a pair of been using yellow as an accent summer ankle boots. We’ve all with greys, silvers and taupe, and become used to wearing ankle my yellow bag has added a zing to boots with dresses and skirts last otherwise very neutral outfits. winter, but ankle boots with bare If you tend to wear more legs is not only a great look, but blue tones, why not try a bright keeps out the chill, and looks super green bag for a Parisian touch, cool. Of course it does help if those or a fuchsia back pack for a fun bare legs are a nice golden brown, alternative. and properly prepped. You can buy A block of bright colour can ankle boots in fabulous summer make the simplest outfit sing out colours, either brights or neutrals, Summer! with fringe detailing, laser cut or

he other essential to help you cross the seasonal barrier is a long sleeved white shirt. Now this old favourite can be one of many shapes. It could be oversized and long enough to double up as a dress, or fitted and worn tucked in or out, or boxy and kind, if you want to enjoy a three course meal, to name but a few options. If you have the tiniest ﬂicker of a tan, you will look positively glowing, and if it’s dull outside you will feel bright and fresh. It's perfect for adding layers to, and a complete necessity for the season ahead where designers have excelled in the options available. The other essential has to be a pair of boyfriend style jeans, with a deep turn up, so they looked cropped. I’ve seen plenty of these in light weight denim, with or without the frayed look, but team those up with your ankle boots, your oversized white shirt, a fabulous long statement necklace and a coloured handbag, voila!! Who cares if it’s a bit wet, a bit colder than you’d like, a bit ’not very summery’. Girls, just dress to beat the weather, you never know, it might start raining men! ■ Karen from Fanny and Frank, Woodbridge, Saffron Walden, Essex and coming soon, Colchester.

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“I am able to stay in our family home and offer the girls some stability”

Protecting your financial future on divorce MY PROBLEM: Almost 20 years on from our wedding, my husband, Patrick, and I reached the sad, but amicable, conclusion that our marriage was over. We didn’t really argue a great deal, but there just wasn’t any love between us anymore. Our two daughters were 19 and 16. The eldest was already at university and the youngest was preparing to go too. We knew that as soon as she left the nest there would be nothing keeping us together any longer. Neither of us blamed the other for the break up, it was simply one of those sad turns that life takes. So, we didn’t want to rush divorce proceedings and decided to simply separate and let matters take their natural course for two years. Patrick

moved into a rental property and I stayed in our marital home with our youngest daughter. Earlier this year, we reached the two year anniversary of our separation and so, with our youngest daughter also heading off to university in the coming months, it felt time to finalise our divorce and tie things up financially, but I was scared of the implications of this. Whilst I’d had a good career pre-children and a reasonable pension behind me, I had no immediate means of buying a house that would be anything like our marital home. I desperately still wanted to have a house big enough for both of the girls to come back to during the holidays. JANE, WOODBRIDGE

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HOW IT WAS SOLVED: My sister had been through a rather more acrimonious divorce a few years ago and found Barker Gotelee to be absolutely amazing and incredibly supportive. She didn’t hesitate in recommending them. So, as anxious as I felt at the time, I picked up the phone and explained the nature of my call. I was put through to Josie Hayes in the Family Team, who was extremely understanding and immediately put me at ease. We arranged to meet and I instantly felt as though things were going to be okay after all. I explained everything and talked through my concerns about future finances. Josie assured me that both she and the Court would be looking for a fair settlement to enable Patrick and me to move on, knowing that our future would be financially secure. Both Patrick and I had to disclose all of our assets, which obviously included things like the house, but also each of our pensions. I knew I’d been very fortunate to have the pension I had during my career, but it was frozen a long time ago and, until this could be drawn, I really had no idea how I was going to house myself, or the girls.

hen Josie reviewed all of our assets, it became apparent that Patrick’s pension was worth far more than either of us had anticipated. He was also just two years away from being able to draw it and so he suggested that I keep the house and he, in turn, retain all of his pension. Josie said this wasn’t an uncommon

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agreement to come to and, taking into consideration my own pension, that I would be able to draw eventually, seemed a fair settlement. She drew up all of the necessary papers and filed a consent order, which was accepted and, therefore, agreed by the Court.

feel so unbelievably relieved. We were able to come to a very amicable agreement that means I am able to stay in our family home and offer the girls some stability. They’ve obviously felt unsettled with what’s happened in recent

years – I desperately wanted to retain some kind of normality for them. Now they can come back to the same house and their same room in the holidays. As for Patrick, he can look forward to a financially secure future knowing that his pension income is protected. We’ve all come out of this as friends and genuinely pleased for each other. I am so grateful for all of Josie’s advice and support in making a very uncomfortable and worrying situation as bearable as it possibly could be and for bringing this to a fair conclusion for us both. ■

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IN THE WORKPLACE

ID YOU KNOW that 62% of the entire adult population are on Facebook? Every 60 seconds on Facebook: 510 comments are posted, 293,000 statuses are updated, and 136,000 photos are uploaded. These are just a few astonishing statistics about the world’s most popular social media forum, and go some way to explaining the significant problems employers are having to tackle every day as a result of their employees’ use of social media. We receive so many calls from our clients wanting advice about social media related incidents. It always surprises me how badly informed employees can be regarding the use of their Facebook account and how unprepared their employers are to deal with such matters. Last week we received a telephone call from a client saying that an employee had called in sick

that day but had then posted photographs on their Facebook wall of themselves on Southwold beach (looking gorgeous by the way!). This was followed shortly by another employee who had made derogatory and damaging comments on their wall regarding specific members of management and the company itself. This plus the issue of employees logging on to social media sites during the working day, complaints of bullying and harassment over social media forums and former employees publically defaming the company. The list is never-ending and, whilst some examples are hilarious, it is our job to help advise employers on how to tackle these problems.

REVENTION is better than cure. It’s advisable for all employers to implement a robust Social Media Policy within their Staff Handbook.

Training staff on what is and isn’t acceptable with the use of social media on company computers and mobile phones and personal laptops and phones is also recommended. The Social Media Policy should prohibit employees from making derogatory, offensive or damaging comments about your business, employees, clients etc on any social media site, regardless of whether or not it happens during work hours or not. Any breach of the policy should be clearly set out as a disciplinary offence. Employees need to remember that all social media leaves a trail. Venting your frustrations on any form of social media is not a good idea, however bad the day has been. Likewise, what you thought was hilarious whilst drunk at university, may be looked at by future employers. Ringing in sick on a glorious sunny day is a nono. You may be found out! ■

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The NAVYÄRD: A ‘love letter to the continent’

THE PIER AT HARWICH

A homage to the glory days of continental travel

ollowing on from a 1.5 million reinvestment over the last 5 months, The Pier at Harwich is once again open and set to become East Anglia’s number one coastal destination for food and drink. So what better reason, on a sunny July day, than to take a trip across to the historic Harwich eaterie to see what has changed. Although passports aren’t generally required when visiting Essex we decided to enter into the spirit and arrive by boat, instead of car, just as tourists would have in days gone by. There’s an excellent foot ferry running between Shotley, Harwich and Felixstowe which added a touch of adventure to the day (www.harwichharbourferry.com).

Stunning estuary views

Alighting at Ha’penny Pier we were transported back to the last century, when European travel was not for the masses. With estuary views from every table, The Pier, only a stone’s throw from the confluence of the Stour and Orwell estuaries, is a pretty unique destination. The NAVYÄRD bar and terrace on the ground floor takes its name from the shipyard which built more than 60 vessels between the 17th and 19th century. This industry was at the heart of the Harwich community and in the 19th century when the Great Eastern Railway arrived, it was possible to leave London Liverpool St. Station, arrive in Harwich and be in Rotterdam or Zeebrugge within 14 hours.

The NAVYÄRD is undeniably and unashamedly a ‘love letter to the continent’ – celebrating the influential and historic links that Harwich holds with Scandanavia and wider Europe. Cask ales, craft beers, a great drinks list, Prosecco-based cocktails and one of the most carefully sourced and extensive gin lists makes this ‘the’ go-to bar for Harwich visitors. The wines, beers, ales, drinks list and a gin library have been sourced from across Europe and are complemented throughout the day by Nordic-inspired smallplated food. Great coffee, fresh pastries and the simplest tastiest late breakfasts (think eggs, rye bread and avocado) through to open Scandinavian sandwiches, sharing platters and fresh oysters.

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LEISURE

The first floor brasserie

The redefined brasserie is located on the first floor of the completely modernised 1860 listed building in historic Harwich. The stripped back and raw textured interior, designed by Geraldine Milsom, makes reference to the industrious Harwich port, but achieves a balance between function, luxury and glamour. The harbour wall is only 20 metres from the door and The Pier’s newly extended first floor balcony (for drinks and outdoor dining) overlooks the water, ships and working docks. The two of us were warmly welcomed and the friendly staff, led by General Manager, Chris Beardsmore, were really attentive and delivered great service right through a long afternoon of two

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mates putting the world to rights. The wine list was a shortlist of great choices at good value prices and we enjoyed a lovely bottle of Pinot Grigio from the very temptingly described ‘wine heroes’ options. Warm bread arrived instantly – which smelled and tasted as if it was fresh from the oven – was a perfect way to get our tastebuds tingling. The menu celebrates modern classics, an exciting grill menu and wonderful fresh fish and shellfish landed on The Pier’s doorstep. Chosen courses were grilled South Coast sardines with salsa verde and an exceptional Yellow Fin tuna tartare to start. Followed by mains of Dingly Dell pork schnitzel, with a perfectly cooked

poached egg and delicious gentleman’s relish butter, and a fillet of stone bass with cockles and butter beans. And to finish, Ardleigh strawberry Eton mess served with a gorgeous raspberry sorbet and a vanilla crème brûlée served with shortbread and cherry compote. Our food, over all three courses, was seriously good and beautifully served, with little twists that were just right to make you feel like you were eating something familiar but also a bit special. A perfect lunch on every level was finished off with mint tea served in the sunshine on the balcony. The Pier at Harwich, The Quay, Harwich CO12 3HH 01255 241212 www.milsomhotels.com/the-pier/

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD

NE OF THE biggest decisions you make as a parent is deciding where to enrol your child to school. The limitless questions which arise through the process, knowing which one is best and which one worst, all combining factors to make it a stressful step for all involved. With the overall aim that your child is as happy as can be with the final outcome, the vitality of ensuring they are at the best place for them is key.

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So what is important when choosing a school? Endless questions can be posed at this stage, all with such a limited time frame to find the answer to. Most of us have been out of the schooling scene for some time, and a lot has changed. So take this chance to sit down with your partner and prioritise what you want for your child from the academic institution in which you will choose. Are there any schools that family or friends

have recommended? How are the local schools performing on an academic level, also think about how your child will be getting to and from school, distance plays a role in the decision process. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to be swayed by expensive state-of-the-art facilities or put off by out of date and untidy premises, so how can we truly judge a school? Neil Tetley, Headmaster of Woodbridge School offers some sound advice here: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In choosing

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The Education issue

Rather like buying a house, when you look round a school, you often get the feeling that this is ‘right’ for you. a school you should focus primarily on people. Not just the head but other key people. Ask to meet the pastoral leaders or teachers in key areas where your son or daughter has a particular passion. Parents are often swayed by facilities (and of course facilities have to form part of the consideration) but ultimately great facilities have no positive effect whatsoever without good people. My advice would be look beyond the facade of any school. Will they nurture your child and really bring the most out of him or her as an individual?” Oona Carlin, Head of Ipswich High School for Girls, highlights how each school has its own personality: “Just as all children are individuals, so all schools

have their individual offer, and it is for parents and pupils to decide which school suits them best. I lead an all-girls school and I firmly believe that this is the best environment for my pupils to grow, develop and achieve; but I don’t believe this solely because it is an all-girls school, I believe it is the best school because we provide a unique education, with an individualised approach to pupil needs. As heads, we should all be aiming to make our school offer the best it can be and embrace its individuality.” VISITS

Whether it be for enrolment in pre-school, junior, primary or high school, school visits play a key role in the decision making process. These visits allow you to

get a real feel for the environment and pose questions such as ‘do you feel welcome, personally and culturally?’, ‘are the teachers keen and well informed?’ and whether or not there is a friendly, open, respectful communication between teachers and children. It is a crucial time to become informed on the facilities in place, as well as school activities available, allowing you to make a judgement on whether your child will be most happy in that environment and whether they will be able to flourish with the opportunities given. As well as this, remember you can speak to your local authority, get access to local league tables to find out exactly which schools are performing best both academically and within other

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The Education issue Talking to other families whose children go there can be helpful, giving you ﬁrst hand advise on the school from both a parent and child perspective. areas such as sport. Nicholas Weaver, Headmaster, Ipswich School explains further: “Rather like buying a house, when you look round a school, you often get the feeling that this is ‘right’ for you. Many of our prospective pupils and parents tell me that that is exactly their impression when they come for a visit. They say that the purposeful atmosphere, the passionate teaching staff and the happy pupils represent just what they feel school should be. There simply is no substitute for having a look for yourself.” THE SHORT LIST

Once you have visited the local schools and got a feel for what each one is like, it is then best to

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draw up a short list, abandoning those you did not warm to and beginning to look deeper into those you admired. At this stage, talking to other families whose children go there can be helpful, giving you first hand advise on the school from both a parent and child perspective. As well as this, visiting further open days or information evenings can be vital in filling up the last few gaps in knowledge, enabling you to feel more confident and comfortable with where to enrol your child. In recent surveys carried out by a teaching union found that more than half (54%) of parents look online for general information, 49% read the latest inspection report and 53% speak to parents of current pupils. All of this

gathered information combines to leave you with a final, well rounded view of each potential school for your child. PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Whether it’s additional languages, earlier morning drop-offs or comprehensive online parent portals, the sector’s reputation for choice is holding up well, says Janette Wallis, senior editor of the Good Schools Guide. “Analysing the last three years’ exam results will give you valuable academic information, but softer issues regarding school life are vital for making children feel settled,” confirms Wallis. If you are considering boarding, ask current boarders what the food is like and find out what they do at weekends, to find out what school life is like from a pupil themselves. And of course when choosing a private school, fees and value for money have to be taken into account as you are paying for what you can comfortably afford and want to get the most out of it that you can. It is also important to get a feel for how each school is progressing, www.telegraph. co.uk/education/leaguetables provides accurate league tables in ranking of academic performance. ■

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ast issue, Vanilla spoke to Beth Parrish from Paul Henri Salon in Ipswich’s St Nicholas Street about their impending makeover and we’re very pleased to report that they have now re-opened for business with a beautiful and restful new look. We’ve had another chat with Beth about the changes they have made and what customers, both new and existing, can expect when they visit. So what made you decide to refurbish, Beth? “The salon has been situated where it is for 9 years now and we felt we wanted to put our own

stamp on it after taking over the business 3 years ago. I wanted to create extra space for my colleagues to work in and provide a relaxing environment for our guests.” Can you tell us a little about the changes you have made? “The salon has been painted inside and out and we have replaced all the cutting chairs, and salon basins. “As we are an Aveda salon, using naturally derived products, I wanted to create a calm, rustic, earthy feel. Lots of fresh plants, different textures and light natural colours throughout,” she told us.

It sounds like the entire salon has had an overhaul? “Yes, we closed for five days to ensure that the new reception area, nail bar, extra storage units, air conditioning/ heating system and kitchen facilities were all installed. Most important of all, we can now cater for more clients as we have two extra cutting stations.” Ensuring the salon retains a calm atmosphere is important to Beth and her staff. Complimentary Aveda rituals will still be offered during customer visits – staff are trained to provide stress-relieving hand, head, neck

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HOW TO AVOID

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Here are just a few ways to revive your hair after too much time in the sun. 1. Rinse with cool water

Rinsing your hair with cool water after washing will seal up the hair cuticles that have been opened by the hot water, therefore locking in the much-needed moisture gained from conditioning. 2. Opt for a sulfate free shampoo

Sulfate is a common ingredient in shampoo but can cause problems for damaged hair, as it strips beneficial oils. Minimise additional frizz by avoiding this ingredient as much as possible. 3. Go for a trim

Making sure you get rid of split ends is the key to shiny hair, especially important if your hair is dry from heat damage. Cutting off the ends will get rid of the most damaged parts of your hair. 4. Wash hair after swimming

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When blended with oil, avocado is a fantastic ingredient that adds nutrients to the hair, making the ends less frazzled and hair shinier. 7. Apply deep conditioner before sun exposure

If you’re heading to the beach, avoid worsening the damage by applying deep conditioner before you go out. This will soak in to

your hair, rather than sitting on the surface like other products do, so will help to protect it. 8. Try warm coconut oil

Heat up coconut oil until it’s a liquid consistency, it makes a fantastic natural repair mask for your hair. Run this through the ends but avoid the roots as much as possible to avoid a greasy look. 9. Use aloe vera

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New stylist at Distraxion

ISTRAXION, one of Ipswich’s well-loved salons, has been going from strength to strength in recent years. Owner, Damien Nurse, and his team are forever expanding as the business grows and they have recently welcomed Bart as their newest stylist. Originally from Poland, Bart has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience with him to the Distraxion team. You are the newest stylist to the Distraxion team, what is your background and why did you decide to get into hairdressing?

When I decided to become a hairdresser there were only female stylists in Poland and being a male stylist was held

in disrepute. However, I knew since I was a young boy that I had found my vocation in hairdressing. My parents always supported me and my dreams and thanks to them I was able to go to a barber college and from there I got a job in the best hair salon in Łódz´. What brought you to Ipswich and, more speciﬁcally, to the Distraxion Hair Salon?

The answer to that question is also connected with my family. My parents and my brother moved from Poland to England much earlier than I did and I really missed them. One day I decided to turn my life upside down, I packed my bags and here I am.

It turned out to be a perfect decision. England is full of diversity and that is very inspirational. It brings inspiration for a lot of new ideas for haircuts. I wanted to work at Distraxion because I was looking for a really good salon where I could gain valuable experience and work with the best stylists. What do you specialise in?

I was always very ambitious which is why I attended specific courses after I left school and then I decided to open up my own salon. This gave me a lot of experience in both management and hairdressing and it also allowed me to find out my speciality – now I know that I just love ‘colourizations’!

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Summer is here which means it’s time to bare all, well almost. Put the prep work in now and you won’t have to panic when it’s time to hit the beach…

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body over to the experts who will do the job for you. Plus, you’ll not only look good but feel good after a spot of ‘me’ time. Luckily for you there are loads of spas and salons offering ‘summer prep’ packages which are not to be missed, where you can enjoy multiple treatments at a saving.

TIPS TO MAXIMISE YOUR SUMMER TREATMENTS

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Chris Lawson from Crossfit-ISC, in Ipswich, helps set some realistic goals for getting your body back in shape...

he key tips we recommend to getting yourself in shape over the summer period is to keep things simple! Good quality and healthy food mixed with enough exercise is a great start. Most importantly though we feel you shouldn’t put extra pressure on yourself to reach that Summertime body. Many people give themselves unrealistic expectations of getting a bikini body or slimmer figures ready for the Summer beach sun. In principle these goals are fine but what is unrealistic is the time in which people give themselves to achieve it. The body takes a minimum of 4 weeks to adapt to any training

schedule or lifestyle change. So there’s our first bit of advice; start early enough to give yourself time to make a change. You, of course, cannot ‘out train’ a poor diet! So if anyone is looking to get themselves in shape for the summer they will have to eat correctly. This doesn’t have to be made complicated. HEALTHY FOOD

Step one is to cut all the things we know are bad for us and step two is to simply eat healthy and natural food – this really is your best option. If your breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks can

“Many people give themselves unrealistic expectations of getting a bikini body”

be rich in vegetables, fruit, fish, meat, nuts and seeds, and if you combine that with good hydration you are moving in the right direction. Try to have more: l Vegetables, Fruit, Fish, Meat l Nuts, Seeds l Lots of Water EXERCISE

Try and mix things up exercise wise. Resistance training seems to be a form of training people avoid when trying to change lose weight and fat, though a mixture of both weight training and cardio is usually the most effective way to gaining better shape. We also have to accept that 3-4 exercise sessions per week is what we, need and some of those exercise sessions we have to push ourselves and raise that heart rate beyond what we are used to. Aim to do: l 3-4 x per week of varied exercise l 2 x per week higher intensity exercise l Mixture of weights and cardio

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There is no one rule as everyone eye shape is different an both effects work well. When you use liner on just the outer corner of the eyes, it gives you a wide-eyed look, perfect for the day and good for those who have smaller eyes. When you line the entire eye it adds intensity and drama, giving a more night-time feel. No matter which look you are going for it is recommended that you thicken the line at the outer corner and smudge the line upward to create a lifted effect. Apply the liner close

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uying tiles can be a bit overwhelming with so many styles to choose from and a mistake can be costly. The internet offers tempting deals but the expertise and hands-on service from an established local firm is worth its weight in gold. Just Tiles is a family business based in Melton perfectly placed to help out. “Just Tiles was started by my father in 1998 and in the last ten years I have taken the reins of our family business,” Nathan Hall, one of the partners, told us. The company has built a reputation for excellent customer service, high quality products at competitive prices and they understand that swift delivery times keep them competitive, but that’s not all. Nathan explains the advantages of visiting their showroom. “We like to spend time with customers. People might go online in search of the cheapest deals but if you want to see and feel the tiles and ensure you have chosen the correct style, then our bespoke service can help with that.” The company has developed close working relationships with interior designers who bring their

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own clients to the showroom, he says, and Just Tiles can put customers in touch with design professionals. The sample service is useful for those customers wanting tiles for a larger project and advice is offered not only on types of tile, from porcelain, ceramic and natural stone, but about accessories too. Just Tiles can recommend reputable tilers for their customers and their showroom also displays a range of hand built kitchen cabinets made by another local company, Heritage Coast Cabinet Makers. “I’ve just returned from a trip to Modena in Italy to research the latest technology and tiles – we deal with those factories direct,” says Nathan, adding that this helps the company provide a streamlined service whilst ensuring that the showroom carries the latest tile trends. “As a company, we are small

enough to spend time but large enough that we can deal with bigger jobs,” says Nathan. “People are price conscious but you need to find the tile you like and then we can see where you are with your budget and what we can do to help.” “We offer to arrange private viewings if clients want to come and spend a couple of hours in the showroom and I am more than happy to measure on site, all free and no obligation,” he adds. So, if your tiles are looking tired, drop in to their showroom or check out their website. This trusted local family business is perfectly placed to help you choose tiles to be proud of. ■ Just Tiles, Smithfield, Melton, Woodbridge, IP12 1NH. T: 01394 382067 www.justtileswoodbridge.co.uk

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What is the best carpet quality for you and your home?

● There are several types of carpet manufacture

and each has a benefit to you. Starting with the entry level Polypropylene carpets (known as manmade carpets) these normally come with felt backing and don't need underlay as they are fitted straight to the ﬂoor. Some ranges have an action backing so underlay is required. These are generally the lower end of the price scale and will have a shorter life span possibly 5-8 years of wear.

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most suitable for the home. There are a number of options: a wool mixture, 50/50 wool and manmade fibres to 100% wool. The pile also has different weights as well. The higher the pile weight the more wear the carpet can withstand. Wool carpets come with different backings, from manmade action backing to natural jute backing, and do require underlay. Combine a high wool content carpet with a jute backing and you will have years and years of excellent wear.

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Axminster or Wilton woven carpets. The carpets are normally heavily patterned and given the current trend for plain means they are less fashionable. Unfortunately the high costs of production means the use of Axminster and Wilton are most likely to be found in high end hotels and places such as Downing Street and Buckingham Palace! ● For more information on different carpet qualities or advice drop in to Archway Carpets or call 01394 386684. 30 years of experience at your feet really does give you #fashionforyourﬂoor.

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THE DESIGNER TOUCH A different concept in kitchen design As more and more of us are staying put and improving our homes and with the many house programmes on TV inspiring us to refurbish, extend or self-build, kitchens are becoming the new must have accessory. But where do you start? One solution is to turn to an independent kitchen designer, who will ensure you receive unbiased advice as well as great design. We caught up with Sue Stenson of Purely Kitchen Design to find out a little bit more.

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Going Independent allows you to be in control of your design and your budget and it is much more affordable than people assume. Your kitchen will probably be the most expensive purchase you will make for your home and it makes sense to get it right first time. Your own individual designer working solely for you! I’m often asked why pay for kitchen design when showrooms offer a ‘free design service’ of

course there are many good designers out there but most are tied to selling a couple of kitchen ranges, sales targets and the commission that generates. Only once you have made a financial commitment will they give out dimensioned plans or do further design work. My ‘Design First’ approach allows you to thoroughly explore all design options and be armed with a comprehensive ‘Design Pack’ that allows you to get as many ‘Like for Like’ estimates from as many suppliers as you wish. You’ll be surprised by how much these can vary, often far exceeding my design fee! For those that need help with colours or styles we can explore these together. If you are planning an extension or new build and are working from Architects drawings make sure you plan your kitchen early. There is nothing worse than a door or window in the wrong place which

will compromise your space and you may miss out on an island or bank of units you’re dreaming of. Today’s CAD packages bring rooms to life and give a really good representation of what the finished look will be. Sadly showrooms aren’t really that interested if your build is a long way off. Here is one of my recent redesign projects in Ipswich, with before pictures and after visuals. The brief was to modernise and open up the room by removing the peninsular, maximising cupboard space whilst keeping the room light and open and reusing several appliances. A dramatic difference!

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Dark wood cabinets are replaced with brighter, off-white ones and the ďŹ&#x201A;oor changed to a lighter, more practical surface.

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TheFoodie TOP NEW TEAM AT THE WHITE HORSE, EASTON

The White Horse pub in Easton near Woodbridge is set to spearhead East Suffolk’s growing reputation for culinary excellence by announcing Michelinexperienced Dominic Clarke as its new Head Chef. The arrival of Clarke is central to the wider vision to re-establish The White Horse as a quintessential English pub serving outstanding dishes and drinks with a local provenance, both to regulars and the huge

number of visitors to the area. The much-loved pub has just undergone a sensitive refurbishment and in June reopened its doors to eager guests. Unearthing the rich heritage of The White Horse, which dates back to the 18th century, has been central to the refurbishment. Four open fires and the original flint stone wall provide an old-world charm and warmth throughout, be it at the central bar, the ‘Club Room’ or any of the three dining areas.

Find a real Italian food experience at the newly opened Marco’s Locanda di Parma in St Peters Street. Lovely atmosphere, good wine and excellent freshly made pasta and pizzas. Open monday to saturday, 5pm to 11pm.

TUDDENHAM MILL SCOOPS ANOTHER AWARD Congratulations to Tuddenham Mill’s Head Chef, Lee Bye, for adding another accolade to his growing collection by winning the esteemed Acorn Award. Each year the Acorn Awards recognise and cherry-pick 30 rising stars from every sector of the UK’s hospitality industry. Every applicant has to be under 30 years old and nominated by their peers for demonstrating exceptional skills and accomplishments in their field. The winners are selected after a thorough evaluation of their achievements and impact on business by the judging panel. Previous Acorn Award winners include well known chefs such as Marco Pierre White, Marcus Wareing and Michael Caines.

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EVENTS WEDNESDAY 17 AUGUST

Barbecue Heaven

Head chef Daniel Perjesi shares his top barbecuing tips to take home and lets you in on a few secrets, too… Accompanied by a delicious three-course lunch in our restaurant. £25 per person, inclusive of demo and lunch. 11am. WEDNESDAY 14 SEPTEMBER

Hungry in Hungary

BY GARTH WRAY, THE CROWN AT WOODBRIDGE

Hungarian wines accompany a fantastic The kitch IPAs Hungarian menu, put together by Budapest en, Tuddenham MEveryday ill You’d have to have been living under -born head chef Daniel Perjesi. Five courses will be accompanied by Mephisto Wine, a rock not to have noticed the rise served by Woodbridge Wines. in popularity of craft beer over the £40 per person, inclusive of drinks past year. But where do I see this and dinner and arrival drink. 7pm. trend going? TUESDAY 27 SEPTEMBER

Lane Farm Meats and Suffolk Salami Sample the county’s best pork products and learn how to use them in your own dishes. £25 per person, inclusive of demonstration and lunch. 11am. WEDNESDAY 12 OCTOBER

An Evening with Forrest Wines Doctors John and Brigid Forrest are Forrest, a small, very much 'hands-on' producer of premium quality wine from their home vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand. Join us for an insightful and enjoyable wine tasting evening with this fantastic winery. Accompanied by a delicious four-course dinner, with pairing wines throughout. £40 per person, inclusive of drinks and dinner, and arrival drink. 7pm. For further information or to book, email info@thecrownatwoodbridge.co.uk or call 01394 384242

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Firstly, I think we’ll be seeing an explosion of everyday IPAs. The UK has embraced craft beer, with big flavour IPAs leading the way. However most of these brews are of high ABV – great for the occasional pint but not a good session beer. I think UK craft brewers and some of the bigger players will be producing big hop flavour IPAs but at a lower ABV, 4.5-5% for example. This is something we’ve seen happening in America and us Brits will be following suit. We stock a great new beer from Adnams which certainly fits this profile called “Ease Up IPA” which is part of their Jack Brand range. Currently craft beer accounts for 2% of the entire beer market, this may be small but it is having an impact on our industry and shows no sign of slowing down. I believe that this market share will at least double by the end of the year – exciting times for brewers and businesses like ours – and more of the established household brewers entering the market as well as the big retailers picking up on the trend too. www.thecrownatwoodbridge.co.uk

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Bar: Monday-Saturday 11am - close Sunday 11am 9pm Restaurant: 12-2.30pm & 6- 9pm Closed Monday nights Moor Road, Langham CO4 5NR Tel: 01206 272711 info@shepherdlangham.co.uk

HE SHEPHERD in Langham, a stone’s throw from Ipswich, is a beloved and old-fashioned local country pub, sporting the very best of British fare with the warmest of welcomes. The landlord and lady, Richard and Esther, achieved their foodie reputation with a long stint at the Mistley Quay café. Since then they’ve brought their energy and enthusiasm for creating a lovely atmosphere with great food to Langham’s sturdy village pub. It’s informal and relaxed, a lively local bustling with atmosphere, alongside huge vases of lilies and quirky decoration – like the wall space covered with a huge Ordinance Survey map of the Suffolk estuaries, the sofas covered in vintage sacking. The pub is properly dog friendly and family centred – this is a place to bring friends for chatter and long languid suppers, or for a chilled glass of cider and a plate or two of food in the little sunny garden. The menu is imaginative and interesting, with homely favourites like fish and chips alongside specials like

trout fillet with sautéed new potatoes or calves liver and bacon with mash and rosemary jus. There are the classic pub dishes, rump steak with garlic mushrooms or Dingley Dell Pork Rump with mash and a cider cream sauce, as well as salmon or chicken salads topped with sunflower seeds and herbs, and specials using the best fresh and local in season ingredients.

HE FOOD is served on scrubbed antique tables in the bar or relaxed dining area. There’s delicious warm homemade bread served with olive oil and balsamic to tantalise before impressive portions of flavoursome food. The Shepherd lamb burger is served in a brioche bun with grilled halloumi, red onion marmalade and sweet potato fries. There are gorgeous sharing platters of sea food – zingy mackerel pate, lashings of smoked salmon and prawns and crayfish tails served with a zippy garlic mayonnaise, and a meat antipasti platter of Prosciutto ham,

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salami, roasted peppers, artichokes, sun blushed tomatoes, olives, buffalo mozzarella. Succulent asparagus is served with a lemony hollandaise and a brightly poached egg, pan-fried garlicky prawns are dripping in deliciousness. Sicilian style mushrooms were a vegetarian delight stuffed with a caponata topping around fresh salad leaves. The desserts are just as impressive – raspberry bakewell tarte with Chantilly cream, a dreamy crème brulee with shortbread biscuit, Sicilian lemon pannacotta with blueberry compote, rich chocolate torte with raspberry coulis, traditional Eton mess or a wonderful cheese and biscuit platter. There are also ice creams and sorbets in a multitude of flavours and an old fashioned fish fingers style children’s menu for little eaters. Being a friendly local means there’s plenty going on – and there are some fun things on the horizon for the Shepherd – live acoustic music, family quizzes and village events, alongside the popular Sunday roasts. The Shepherd also has a private room for bookings of up to 24 people for a family gathering or business lunch. This is a village pub that is alive with life, refreshingly warm and happy, with lashings of good food, and definitely worth a visit.

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A family friendly bar and restaurant situated in the pretty village of Langham, just off the A12. Open all day from 11am serving lunch and dinner (excl Sunday/Monday evenings). Private room for party hire, perfect for christenings and other family events.

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Yes Chef! Perfect for Spring â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a zingy lime yogurt cake with delicate rose petals from baking experts Milk & Moss in Norwich

Lime, Walnut & Rose Cake GF + Vegan 200g sunflower spread 200g golden caster sugar 200g gluten free self raising four 130g soya yoghurt A few drops of vanilla extract 100g finely chopped walnuts Juice and zest of 2 limes (half for cake, half for topping) 100g golden granulated sugar Few drops of rose water Dried rose petals for decoration Lined 8 inch round cake tin

1 Preheat oven to 180Â°C. Cream butter and caster sugar together in a bowl. 2 Add flour, yoghurt, vanilla extract, walnuts and half the lime juice and zest. Mix until well combined. 3 Turn out into cake tin and bake for 25-30 mins (check cake after 20 minutes) until skewer inserted into middle of the cake tin comes out clean. 4 To make the sugar topping mix the rest of the lime juice and zest with the granulated sugar and rose water until a thick consistency is achieved (spreadable for the cake but not

dry). You can add more lime juice or a few drops of water to loosen mixture if this is the case. Top the still warm cake with the zesty icing and sprinkle with crushed walnuts and dried rose petals. Leave to cool and serve! Vanilla August/September 2016

Orwell Lady River Cruises

Wine Tasting with Adnams Saturday 6 August £37

Live jazz

Saturday 13 August £47 Both cruises sail 7.30pm, return 11pm Ticket includes buffet meal Book online at

www.orwellrivercruises.co.uk or call

01473 258070

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Orwell Hotel Restaurant & Banqueting

Ladies do Lunch Drink on arrival. Cookery demonstration followed by two course lunch and coffee Every second Wednesday of the month 12 noon for 12.30pm £17 per head

JS & The Lockerbillies

Saturday 13th August A fabulous evening of rockabilly music & dancing with a two course set menu 7pm for 7.30pm £27.50 per person

Please call & book to avoid disaPPointment on

Hamilton road Felixstowe iP11 7dx www.theorwellhotel.co.uk @theorwellhotel

Afternoon Tea

Only £12.95 per head Why not make it a celebration and add a glass of fizz?

01394 285511 or email reservations@theorwellhotel.co.uk

Events at The Orwell Wedding & Events Open Day Sunday 11th September 11am – 3pm Special offers available on the day

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cheese filled poached chicken breast on panzanella or roast loin of beef or salmon two ways. There are paninis – mozzarella with ratatouille and pesto, brie, ham and spinach or goats cheese with prosciutto and tomato, or open sandwiches of crayfish and avocado or crab and cucumber with chilli mayonnaise. And then there are cakes – chocolate, coffee, almond, carrot, gluten free and gorgeously fresh – and those fabulous scones, light and fluffy and baked each day. This is a beautiful little gem of a café with the prettiest of courtyard gardens. Perfect for a weekend treat with a bit of bric-a-brac

browsing or antique hunting, or a lovely little lunch or elevenses or afternoon cream tea mid-week. REVIEW: LOUISE CULLEN

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idden in the depths of the Shed at Sproughton – the sprawling higgelypiggely rooms of antiques, vintage collectables and fashionable brocante that was once a reclamation yard – is your new secret garden and tearoom, Tea at the Shed. This delightfully quirky little place is home to the most fabulous home made scones, served with lashings of cream and Tiptree jam, pretty pots of tea or gorgeous fresh brewed coffee. Chef Simon conjures up salads and platters – the English platter of cheddar, stilton, pork pie, scotch egg, roast ham, pickles or a continental charcuterie with brie, pâté and olives or a salad of cream

The SHED is an amazing delight of over 5000sq ft of antiques, vintage, brocante, retro and chic plus some fascinating reclaim items. Home to over 20 talented traders displaying their items in our beautiful building here in Sproughton, there really is something for everyone! Upholstery, French polishing, waxing and furniture repair service

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Our chef, Simon, opens the tea room Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10am-4pm and Sundays from 11am-4pm. He serves delicious lunches, paninis, cakes (and gluten free delights) and cream teas; on a warm, sunny day you can sit outside and dine in our stunning Wisteria Courtyard garden.

We have a fabulous courier for delivery of larger items and can deliver at a time and day of your choice for a very reasonable charge - please ask for details. ÂŠ ANTHONY CULLEN

1a High St, Sproughton IP8 3AF Tues-Sat: 10am-4.30pm Sun: 11am-4pm Car parking on site

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Relax with coffee, tea, cake, and ice creams. PLUS we have lots of lovely gifts, clothes, homeware, ceramics and art. Open all week 10.30-6pm

Pin Mill lane, Chelmondiston, Ipswich, IP9 1JN 01473 780130 / 07837 792314

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NOT-TO-MISS EVENTS Snape Maltings 29 JULY-28 AUGUST

Snape Proms

Ranging from folk and jazz to world music, classical, folk, comedy and poetry, Aldeburgh Music’s Snape Proms in August offer an array of fantastic nights out in one of the world’s best-loved concert halls. 31 concerts over 3o days celebrate music in all its diversity, from events that get you dancing to meditative solo sets. Prices start from just £6.50 for Prom tickets on the ﬂoor and they hold back 20 Prom tickets to sell on the day of the performance. To book visit www. aldeburgh.co.uk or call 01728 687110.

Ipswich Waterfront 6-7 AUGUST

Ipswich Waterfront Celebration This new two-day event will run bi-annually, alternating with Maritime

Ipswich and will provide a great weekend of activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Planned attractions are a food market, demonstration kitchen, music stage, Popup pub, fun fair and a firework finale on Sunday. 10am-9pm

Quay and have a full commentary. There is a licensed bar on board also selling hot drinks and light snacks.

6-7 AUGUST

Aldeburgh

Cruise on Orwell Lady On 6/7 August, celebrate Ipswich's Waterfront with a chance to see the beautiful river – you might even see the local seals in the marina and the Peregrine Falcons that nest under the bridge. Over the weekend regular daytime return cruises will take passengers to Harwich Harbour, Orwell Bridge or around the historic Ipswich Wet Dock. There is also an Adnams Wine Tasting cruise on the Saturday night and a Sunday Buffet Lunch cruise at 12.30pm, with waiter served canapes – both £37 per person. All cruises sail from Orwell

Advance tickets for cruises can be obtained through www.orwellrivercruises. co.uk or by calling Ipswich Tourist Information Centre on 01473 258070.

13-15 AUGUST

Aldeburgh Carnival The brilliantly popular Aldeburgh Carnival comes to the Suffolk coastal town again from Saturday 13th until Monday 15th August with much family fun, music and entertainment. Aldeburgh Carnival is for all age groups – something for everybody: imaginative ﬂoats and fancy dress creations, marching bands, swimming races for the athletic, a wide range of Carnival Village stalls, the fabulous Chinese lantern procession and a grand firework display on the beach... and more.

Glemham 19-21 AUGUST

Folk East

With an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional music where instrument, song, dance, poetry, art & heritage craft skills and knowledge are shared and collaborations born. FolkEast re-kindles the Eastfolk annual folk moot on the ancient parkland at Glemham Hall, where, for three days of the year, the folk of the East and their families gather for a bit of a to-do. For more info and tickets go to www.folkeast.co.uk

Ipswich 13-14 AUGUST

Ipswich Cycling Weekend Ipswich Cycling Weekend, has something for everyone. It’s a summer celebration of cycling with high-quality events to watch, enter and enjoy. On Saturday, ride either 100 miles or 100 kilometres through the

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picturesque Suffolk countryside. The following day is Sky Ride a fantastic trafficfree bike ride through Ipswich, passing some of the town’s iconic sights. Cyclists of all ages and abilities can get on their bikes to take over the town centre, enjoying traffic-free routes that are usually off-limits. ipswichcyclingweekend.com

Snape Maltings 24 & 25 SEPT

Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival The Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival is consistently rated as one of the UK's best food festivals, showcasing over 100 of Suffolk's best producers. The main festival takes place on 24-25 September at Snape Maltings and features a packed schedule of workshops and demonstrations from renowned local chefs. For more information visit the festival website.

Sat 24 9.30am-5pm Sun 25 9.30am-4pm £8/day; £14/w/end; free Under 12s

Felixstowe

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER

Art on the Prom

be led by six local artists and offer both adults and children the chance to try their hand at painting, willow-sculpting, clay-tile decorating and much more.

10am-4pm

10am-4:30pm

One of the region’s calendar highlights, Art on the Prom, is returning to Felixstowe’s historic promenade on Sunday 4 September. Now in its 13th year, the free event is expected to draw over 20,000 visitors, offering the public the chance to view and purchase artwork from over 100 local artists, including jewellery, ceramics, paintings and photography. As well as over 80 artist stalls, musical talent such as the Tutti Frutti choir and Ipswich Hospital band will be returning this year, with the addition of the Danegeld Morris Dancers and the Skidaddle Ceilidh band. Art on the Prom will continue to run popular art activity tents, which will

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30 SEPT - 2 OCT

Woodbridge Shuck Shellfish Festival 10am-4pm

The fifth annual Woodbridge Shuck Shellfish Festival returns from 30 September to 2 October, with a fun, relaxed community food fest with live music and children’s entertainment at the Tea Hut. On Friday and Saturday the popular Shuck Shack pop up restaurant is back at Woodbridge Tide Mill. On Sunday evening there will be a Safari Supper in Woodbridge, where diners move between restaurants having one delicious locally sourced course in each. thewoodbridgeshuck.org.uk

Ipswich SAVE THE DATE! 6-11 OCTOBER

Ipswich School Festival of Music The seventh annual Ipswich School Festival of Music showcases top professional acts from across musical genres and involves a comprehensive education programme for pupils at Ipswich Prep and Senior Schools and also local primary schools. The Festival opens on Thursday 6 October with jazz pianist and singer Joe Stilgoe topping the bill. The line-up also includes award-winning a cappella vocal group The Swingles on Friday 7 October and the popular Big Band evening, this year featuring the Ipswich Musicians’ Union Big Band alongside the Ipswich School Big Band, will bring a jazz club vibe to the concert hall on Monday 10 October. Tickets are on sale at the Ipswich Regent Box office apps.ipswich.gov.uk/PEO/

Get out!

Candoco Dance Company

DANCE Ipswich 13 SEPTEMBER

Adult Beginners Ballroom and Latin American Dance Classes New Ballroom and Latin American dancing class commencing Tuesday 13 September. Tuesdays 8.15pm9.15pm. £15 per couple. Little Bealings Village Hall Call Teresa for more details 07929 310480

Jerwood DanceHouse 30 SEPTEMBER

Double Bill

Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Candoco Dance Company presents a double bill featuring bold and exciting full company works. These pieces promise iconic choreography and stirring performances to captivate audiences.t 7.30pm. £12 To book tickets go to danceeast.co.uk or call 01473 295230

The Tempest

THEATRE

New Wolsey Theatre 21 SEP — 15 OCT

FARMERS MARKETS

Red Rose Chain 26 JULY-28 AUGUST

The Tempest

Dagenham, 1968: Rita’s a busy mum, loving wife and hard working Ford factory employee. But something’s very wrong. Rita and her female colleagues find themselves working long hours sewing car seats for far less money than the men. And they’ve had enough. Finding a voice she never knew she had, Rita leads the women on a trailblazing battle for equal pay, taking on the unions, Ford’s top brass and the Government. Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie.. Don’t miss the regional premiere of this very British musical following it's critically acclaimed West End run. £10-£25

Red Rose Chain’s beloved annual summer spectacular is back! This summer, prepare to be spellbound by Shakespeare’s supernatural spectacular, The Tempest under the stars at Jimmy's Farm. Last year Red Rose Chain welcomed more audience members than ever before – over 10,000 people experienced Theatre in the Forest within the farm’s beautiful woodland clearing. Joanna Carrick’s adaptation will make wizards of you all whether you’re new to Shakespeare or a seasoned fan. Perfect entertainment for all the family, whether you’re a curious first-timer or seasoned fan, don’t miss out on the region’s largest outdoor theatre even.

For more information or to book go to wolseytheatre.co.uk or call 01473 295900

Tickets available now at theatreintheforest.com or by calling the Box Office on 01473 603388.

Made in Dagenham

Snape Farmers’ Market The first Saturday of every month Snape hosts an array of local farmers and producers.

Framlingham Market Every Saturday in the square in Framlingham.

Jimmy’s Farm Pannington Hall, Wherstead. 10am-2pm. First Saturday of every month.

Southwold Every Friday 9am 12:30pm Drayman's Square, Victoria Street, Southwold

Woodbridge Farmers Market Woodbridge Community Hall, 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month 9am-1pm.

Harkstead Market Every third Saturday in the month 9am - Noon. Harkstead Village Hall.

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My East Coast Life Pamela Davis has her fingers in many pies! She is a personal style consultant, fashion editor, freelance model and fashion event manager. She is the proud owner of Fashion Candy Style, a fantastic business that offers a range of tailormade fashion services to suit individual and corporate needs.

Your business, Fashion Candy Style, provides a wide range of services to individuals and organisations such as event management, fashion styling and freelance modelling. What does a typical day look like for you? There is no such thing as a typical day. My work changes daily and involves weekends and evenings! Meeting clients, retailers, models and extensive networking, also developing new ideas for the business. For “me time” I like to keep up to date with all that is happening in the fashion industry, and spend quality time with family and friends. How do you find working in the fashion industry in Suffolk? Very positive! We have a range of excellent independents all of whom have a real commitment to

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