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FEB - MAR 2019 Tues 5 – Sat 16 February CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL Gary Barlow and Tim Firth’s award-winning musical Mon 18 February MILKSHAKE LIVE! Join Milkshake! Monkey and friends for their biggest live show ever!

Wed 20 February MIKE AND THE MECHANICS With tracks from their latest albums, plus all the hits

Fri 22 – Sat 23 February RICHARD ALSTON DANCE COMPANY Lyrical choreography performed by one of the world’s best dance ensembles

Wed 20 March BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL An evening of extraordinary short films to ignite your passion for adventure and travel

Mon 25 February – Sat 2 March CLUB TROPICANA The ultimate holiday musical set to the iconic pop anthems of the 80s Mon 4 – Sat 9 March TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD The critically acclaimed adaptation of one of the greatest novels of the twentieth century Mon 11 – Sat 16 March THE HOUSE ON COLD HILL The No. 1 best-selling author brings us the world premiere of his spine-chilling thriller Sun 17 March FLANDERS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Belgium’s leading orchestra performs Rossini, Beethoven, Puccini and Mendelssohn

Thurs 21 March NISH KUMAR A brand new live show from rising star and host of TV’s The Mash Report

Tues 19 March SING-A-LONG-A THE GREATEST SHOWMAN A screening of the movie with live host, lyrics on screen and full audience participation

Mon 25 – Sat 30 March ROUGH CROSSING Opening night draws close but events are unravelling in Tom Stoppard’s hilarious play

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Welcome to 2019, and even though February can so often be filled with grey skies and cold winds, we want to share a bit of warmth and love with our latest edition of VANILLA! Looking for the perfect Valentine gift? Or something for Mum? We’ve got plenty of ideas... and all can be found on your doorstep. If you’re feeling lucky there’s plenty to win... an ULTIMATE STYLING PACKAGE (page 23), ORIGINS FACIAL & MASK, LUXURY CHOCS & £25 GIFT VOUCHER! (page 48) PLUS there’s plenty of fabulous Reader Offers too, along with home inspiration, beauty advice and tasty food & drink. All YOU need to do is Love your Locals!

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Editorial Laura Hall Advertising Nicola Secker-Bligh Production & Distribution Michelle Nicoll Contributors Lucy Ohsten, Sylvaine Poitau, Jeff Jacobs and Holly Pagani Thanks to All our readers, supporters and advertisers NUMBER 29 February /March 2019 Vanilla is published February, April, June, August, October and December.

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NEWS TIME TO TALK WEDDINGS 2019 There’s plenty of choice for Norwich Bride-to-Be’s in planning mode. The wedding show season kicks off with The Stunning Spring Wedding Fair on Sunday 3rd March at The Forum. For the stylesavvy couple, A Most Curious Wedding Fair returns to Norwich on Sunday 24th March at The Fire Pit Camp near Dereham and, as always, promises quirky and creative wedding ideas. ● See page 26 for more wedding style

newsonthestreet ....and on the Norwich Grapevine THE HUNT IS ON!

Norwich Business Improvement District (BID) is searching for an artist to fill its latest and largest Urban Art space in Norwich. Located at Riverside Entertainment, the 30 metre long ‘canvas’ is the eigth site ready to be transformed into an inspiring piece of outdoor street art following the theme: Norwich, the city of stories stories.

The winning artist will receive a commission of up to £10,000 to design and install their piece in Norwich city centre. Artists who do not have experience of installing a piece of this scale, have the option for Norwich BID to install and receive a reduced prize pot. ● For more details visit www.norwichbid.co.uk/urban-art-competition

SUNDAY 14 APRIL BABY SHOW RETURNS Back again this Spring, on Saturday 14 April, the show will be at the UEA Sportspark 10:30-3pm and will cover everything an expectant parent needs to know, all the way through to what five year-olds could want! This year the show takes on a festival theme with indoor tipis, relaxation and maternity zones, pregnancy, newborn, soft play – you name it! Not forgetting an extensive programme of talks and workshops, all free for customers to join!

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THE OTHER CURATOR VINTAGE STYLE

The Other Curator has always offered a mix of quirky bohemian style clothes as well as colourful and flattering vintage 40’s and 50s style fashion. On Friday February 22nd they are expanding their vintage style section to offer a completely separate space for lovers of retro vintage style. It will be a dedicated space full of beautiful dresses, shrugs, petticoats, belts and other fabulous accessories to get you turning heads when you step out and do your thing.

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HOW TO LOOK CHIC IN THE COLD

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HE WINTER COAT is perhaps one of the most worn items in our wardrobes between now and March, rivalled only by ankle boots and chunky knits.

There’s simply no denying the power of great outerwear, as everyone at some point will have owned that single coverup that kept us warm and boosted our mood on the greyest of days.

Making a simple jean, tee and trainer combo feeling stylish with minimal thinking.

Not only does a good winter coat keep you warm and snug as the temperatures plummet, a cool coat can add some extra style points to any look.

YES – to say a coat is the foundation of any CHIC winter wardrobe is an understatement to say the least!

Whether you’re in the River Island market for something casual that you can TEDDY BEAR throw-on-the-go, try Cosy, warm and pretty, they cropped, faux fur options are trending right now. The in rich autumnal hues – or a tailored mid-length oversized style allows you to style to revitalise your 9-5 layer with knits underneath wardrobe. Right down to when the weather gets really those long cosy belted cold.They come in a great coats ideal for layering choice of colours – from pretty over knitwear and midi pastels to punchy hues. dresses.

Happily, there is something out there to suit every style this winter – from Puffas to Parkas, trench coats to the favourite classic tailored numbers.

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worn all year round. Add a polo neck sweater to your summer dress, wear your favourite floaty skirt with layers and boots.

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TART THE NEW year with a resolution to sort out your wardrobe, and a vow to be more sustainable in the way you shop. Karen James Welton (aka fashion stylist and vintage expert – Fabulous Miss K) gives her tips for making the most of your wardrobe...

♥ GET SWISHING! Organise a party – get everyone to bring along clothes that they have fallen out of love with, then trade and swap. ♥ RE-THINK the way you wear things you already have. Layer up – wear a t-shirt or even jeans underneath a slip dress or try a belt around a boxy jacket to give it a different look. ♥ GO SEASON-LESS – opt for pieces that can be

♥ RISE TO THE OCCASION – pair a work jacket with jeans or wear denim jacket with evening dress. ♥ GET ALTERING – turn up your jeans into a cropped length or shorten the hem on a dress, take off the sleeves a shirt and layer up over a t-shirt.

♥ PLAY WITH ACCESSORIES – use a brooch to wrap a cardigan or a scarf as a belt.

♥ KEEP YOUR WARDROBE IN MIND – think about what you already have before you buy and choose pieces that will work with pieces in there already. ♥ THINK about vintage and charity shops rather than the high street.

♥ SHOP YOUR WARDROBE – book my ‘Shop Your Wardrobe’ service and I can give your clothes a whole new lease of life!

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H

appy New Year to all Vanilla readers from us all at Oculus. We’ve just celebrated our second birthday at All Saints Green.

This gave us a chance to reflect on the previous two years and look forward to 2019. Our vision was to bring top European styles to Norwich – eyewear not seen in the UK before and in an environment that was both professional, friendly and inviting. It has given us a great deal of pleasure to have achieved that.

However the best thing by a significant margin has been the new clients that have embraced what we are doing. We’ve been thrilled by how the people of Norwich are enjoying being able to buy eyewear styles that they’ve previously only seen in glossy magazines.

It’s also amazing how everyone tells us that when they are wearing their new eyewear that strangers will frequently make complimentary comments about them. That tells us that there is a demand for fun, different and stylish eyewear. People don’t want to be trapped into buying the same old drab stuff.

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As ever we always have tea, coffee, biscuits and time to chat! Jeff@Oculus

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Bursting with colour and quirky bohemian style, The Other Curator oozes creativity, expression and fun.

Shopping here is an experience you won’t forget. Everywhere you turn something beautiful winks at you enticing you to come, touch, feel, try and play.

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With collections from London, Paris and Italy in a variety of styles, sizes and prices there is always something for everyone.

Whether you come to a Style Show or visit the Style Studio or Boutique in Eaton, Norwich, we offer styling advice and shopping in a combination you will not have experienced before!

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We will find the perfect looks for you! You will enjoy full makeup advice and application. This amazing experience lasts around 3.5 hours and is worth £245.

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TRUE RETAIL THERAPISTS! The Stock Shop – selling for 30 years in NHS hospitals

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HIS YEAR STOCK SHOP is celebrating its 30th anniversary and they want Vanilla readers to help them mark this important milestone. Stock Shop MD Mark Mitzman says: “We are very excited to have been trading for 30 years and this year we are planning to open more new stores, in Poole and at least two elsewhere.

“The service we offer in NHS hospitals is completely unique – retail therapy in the true sense of the word – providing a welcome relief and a slice of normality in what can often be a stressful environment. The first store we opened was at Addenbrookes, the first hospital in the UK to open an ‘airport style’ shopping mall.

“We are guests in the hospitals where we trade, but we have become a valuable part of their fabric and our sales assistants are brilliant at forming relationships with customers. It’s obviously quite a sensitive environment and very different to a shop in the high street. Customers are often unwell or stressed, so we need to be mindful of this all the time. Shops are increasingly aware that they need to offer a customer experience, and we

The Stock Shop at Norwich & Norfolk Hospital providing welcome relief

know that this is our big strength because we are often a pleasant surprise and a diversion for hospital visitors and patients.

“We sell a lovely range of classic ladies fashion and accessories at affordable prices. We aren’t designer, but the items we stock are stylish, appealing and include knitwear, dresses, jackets, skirts, tops, trousers, scarves, handbags, gloves and gifts such as toys. The focus is on colour and quality, items that are bright with a bit of pizazz. We source a large proportion of our stock from the UK now, which

is great for everyone; it’s always better to buy local.

“Last year we launched our website to enable people to buy online as well as in stores, and we hope this will help to grow the business even more. Once people have bought in a store they often go to the website to buy again, so we get a lot of repeat business from it and it helps to build the long-lasting relationships we value so highly.

The Stock Shop, N&N Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich NR4 7UY www.thestockshop.co.uk

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It’s It It’ ’ s Showtime!

The Wedding Fair Season is well underway for brides to sort their dream day. If you already know what you want, you probably would swerve these events – or would you? So much to think about and so much choice, make for a very stressful time!

The new White Reflections bridal shop in Norwich is attracting brides who have a rather different idea of the look they are after and are bringing a rather less stressful bride to the shop. Inside the shop are beautiful, relaxed gowns with styles to suit their romantic bohemian vibe yet with the latest bridal trends... and that’s one reason White Reflections has been chosen to be part of A Most Curious Wedding Fair that attracts all the style savvy brides whose personalities are oozing with confidence. ● White Reflections will be at Most Curious in London’s Brick Lane March 2nd/3rd and at Norwich’s Fire Pit Camp on Sunday March 24th. Come join the party!

Gowns from White Reflections

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Shoes that team perfectly with your bouquet and dress, or to even the wedding decor! Your bespoke experience begins with a consultation working through colour schemes, themes, fabrics and shoe designs. Then come the initial designs with mood boards, until the final design is agreed upon. The process takes at least six weeks. Bespoke shoes range from £95 – the cost depending on the amount of work and skill needed, materials used and ornamentation on the shoe.

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WEDDINGS

how to be the best

WEDDING GUEST!

BY GILL BUSHNELL

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Our English weather makes dressing for a wedding a real challenge. Even in the summer it can be wet and cool, so it takes some thought to choose the right outfit, colours and accessories.

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Firstly, test your outfit to makes sure it feels right and will be comfortable throughout the day. Practice sitting and standing to make sure it doesn’t ride up, pinch, or look wrong. Depending on your body shape you may need to choose something less fitted with soft folds. If you are wearing something strappy, will the straps fall down while you are sitting?

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You don’t want to overshadow the bride, it’s her day, so don’t go for anything too flamboyant. A jumpsuit with heels can look superb. The key is to be natural and true to yourself.

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If you want to wear a hat but have no idea what suits you, talk to a professional and visit a few hat shops. A fascinator can look superb, too. Think about hiring a hat for the day; so much cheaper.

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Men, a wedding is not a business meeting. Wear a suit, but choose a lovely tie, and match the colour to the outfit of your partner – complement each other to be a stylish couple.

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Uncomfortable heels are not a good look, far better to wear pretty flats and dress them up with diamanté or bow shoe clips and save yourself from a day of discomfort.

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Avoid white, that’s the bride’s prerogative, but you need to find colours that suit you best.

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Look natural throughout the day, choose understated make-up and you can pull out the big guns later in the day for the evening do with a stronger lipstick, darker eyeshadow or an extra layer of mascara.

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Don’t feel pressured into buying a hugely expensive new designer outfit. You can find gorgeous things at local boutiques, that will be just as good, but kinder to your pocket.

If you must buy something new, invest in something you can wear again, or mix and match with a new jacket and shoes.

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Accessorise with stunning jewellery, scarves, shoes and bags.

But the key to success here is balance and scale. Don’t match hat, shoes and bag, just two of the three!

● Isobel’s Boutique in Drayton specialises in wedding outfits and has a fabulous stock of sizes from 14 to 36. They also have a selection of hats, fascinators, handbags, scarves and jewellery so you can try on complete looks along with help and advice!

Wedding outfits by Personal Choice available at Isobel’s Boutique

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Here at St Giles House Hotel our boutique hotel is renowned for its beautiful event spaces which ooze intimacy and feature stunning chandeliers, marble flooring and walnut panelling.

Our Art Deco restaurant with its unique charm can also cater for a variety of events. Whichever event or space you choose, the hotel provides a beautiful backdrop upon which you can put your own mark without the need to break the budget on decorations.

Our dedicated events team plan and organise all types of events from private dining to

weddings and baby showers!

With everything under one roof why not let us take away some of the stress of organising, so you can simply enjoy the experience. ● Contact our events team to find out more on 01603 275 183 or events@stgileshousehotel.com

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lanning an event whether for yourself, a loved one or for work can be a daunting prospect. There is so much to think of; decorations, menus, drinks, accommodation... the list goes on. Our advice for any event planner is find your venue first!

Some venues may be a complete blank slate and require you to organise everything, others have food and drink options but often they also have accommodation options and a very special few have interiors so beautiful they require little to no dressing.

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CHOOSING AN TIPS WEDDING ENGAGEMENT RING FOR 2018 Advice from Jon at Aurum Jewellers

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ITH FEBRUARY touted as one of the most romantic times of the year, it is a popular time to get engaged. But should the person proposing choose the engagement ring or is a joint decision preferable? We chat to Jon at Aurum Jewellers and Designers to get his take on the subject and some advice on choosing the perfect ring.

“There is definitely a shift towards couples choosing a ring together.” says Jon “That said, many people still like to surprise, and with a little bit of research and following the advice below you can still be confident in your decision.”

WHY VISIT AN INDEPENDENT JEWELLER?

A good independent jeweller will be passionate about their collection and ensure you make an informed choice. They will also be able to guide you towards the best options within your budget. When it comes to engagement rings, it is always best to buy in store – to touch, try and feel the quality of the product.

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DOES SIZE OF STONE MATTER?

DO YOU NEED TO KNOW THE RING SIZE?

When it comes to diamonds biggest doesn’t mean best. It is far better to invest in a smaller, high quality diamond than a large, low grade one. A good jeweller will talk you through ‘the four Cs’ – colour, cut, carat and clarity, along with the precious metal choices to make sure you understand exactly what you are purchasing.

If you are surprising the proposee, it is useful to have an idea of the ring size. However, this isn’t always possible, and we are always happy for our customers to take a ring for presentation and then adjust the size free of charge after the proposal if required.

IS RESEARCH IMPORTANT?

Allow plenty of time – we’d recommend you start looking at least eight weeks before, especially if you are considering a bespoke design. Choosing an engagement ring should be a considered decision, but it should also be fun, so avoid time constraints and pressure if possible!

It’s a great idea to get an idea of the preferred stone shape in advance – round (brilliant cut), square (princess cut) or trilogy (three stone) to name a few options. Think about whether you are set on a diamond or perhaps a coloured stone appeals more?

Otherwise, our advice is to remain open-minded, as a good jeweller will be able to show you a range of styles, stones and settings or assist you with designing a ring from scratch.

ANY FINAL WORDS OF ADVICE?

● Aurum Jewellers is an independent jewellers, based in the Norwich Lanes, specialising in engagement, wedding and eternity rings.

21 Bedford Street, Norwich NR2 1AR www.aurumdesign.co.uk

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SHOPPING

Silver zodiac pendant with cubic zirconia stones £49 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

Flint bar pendant in silver with diamond £425 Sonkai

Peridot and 18ct white gold halo ring £1095 Aurum

18ct White gold sapphire and diamond Half eternity ring £625 Bradley Hatch Jewellers Citizen Ladies Eco-Drive bracelet watch £179 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

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Stainless Steel cufflinks set with mother of pearl £39 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

18ct White gold pear shape diamond solitaire ring £1425 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

Amethyst and 18ct rose gold ring £895 Aurum

HIDDEN GEMS

Silver and titanium designer necklace £395 Aurum

at a jewellers near you!

Silver bracelet from £80, Beads from £30 Trollbeads

Reed branch earrings in 9ct gold £365 Sonkai

Set of three 9ct yellow gold halo rings priced from £227 Sonkai

love vintage style

Art deco style diamond, emerald and sapphire ring in platinum £3995 Albrow & Sons

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Diamond solitaire with ruby and sapphire border in platinum £1795 Albrow & Sons

Art deco style emerald and diamond ring in platinum £2250 Albrow & Sons

Art deco style diamond, emerald and sapphire ring in platinum £4495 Albrow & Sons

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THE LANES

LIFE IN THE NORWICH L ANES

SUNDAY 24 MARCH AN EVENING WITH JOHN ILLSLEY Along with Mark Knopfler, John was a founder member of the legendary Dire Straits who, during their time together, sold over 120 million albums.

The evening will feature classics from the Dire Straits history and include a Q & A. John will also be joined on stage with fellow musicians from John’s band who will play music from the whole DS catalogue including, Money for Nothing, Brothers in Arms, Romeo and Juliet and Sultans of Swing.

8 MARCH FIERCE BABE NIGHT MARKET International Women’s Day Special!

Norwich’s Fierce Babe Network host a special night market for International Women’s Day. Featuring hand made stalls, DJs and food stalls.

Norwich Arts Centre

SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY BRUTUS GOLD’S LOVE TRAIN

Brutus Gold together with his Love Train cohorts have just one mission… to convert the good people of the world back to the ways of Disco! From city to city, around the world, reinstating Disco to its rightful place… the dance floor!

Now entering its show stopping 30th year ‘The Love Train’ is an immersive, interactive party of humpin’ pumpkin’ disco action and with its unique charm and rapport has the power to make the hardest audience “Don a wig and do the Hustle!”

Open, Norwich. 8.30pm

Maddermarket Theatre.

7.30pm £22

SATURDAY 23 MARCH LIVE ORCHESTRAL RENDITION OF DR DRE: 2001

No Strings Attached are pleased to present a LIVE Orchestral Rendition of: DR. DRE 2001

This body of work features so many intricate musical layers, we have brought in

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one of the UK’s leading Orchestras to perform a complete rendition of the album and some of Dre’s west coast classics from start to finish.

Accompanied by DJ’s, singers, and lyricists – this is not your average Orchestral event.

Open, Norwich 7pm

SUNDAY 10 FEBRUARY LOU LOU’S VINTAGE FAIR

Say goodbye to those Winter Blues and hello to Lou Lou’s HUGE sale with stalls of vintage fashion, accessories, collectables and more.

Expect tonnes of deals and discounts and sale rails ready to be rummaged from some of the UK’s finest vintage traders.

The Halls 11am – 4pm £2.50 For the most up-to-date information check online at www.norwichlanes.co.uk

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“It is not strictly possible to “rewrite” the actual Will, but a person who benefits under a Will can redirect part or all of their inheritance to somebody else”

Is it possible to rewrite someone’s Will after they have died?

MY QUESTION: A friend told me that it is possible to rewrite someone’s Will after they have died and I am now worried that my half-brother, who is sole executor of our father’s Will, might rewrite his Will and cut me and my mother out of it?

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T IS THE DUTY of the executor of a Will to carry out its terms, so your halfbrother as executor cannot cut you or your mother out of your father’s Will. It is not strictly possible to “rewrite” the actual Will, but a person who benefits under a Will can redirect part or all of their inheritance to somebody else. This can be done by making a formal “Deed of Variation”.

Deeds of Variation are often made by wealthy children

who do not want or need their inheritance, so as to pass the inheritance to their own children. Provided the Deed of Variation is made within two years after the date of death, and contains a specific tax election, it will be treated for Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax purposes as though the gift contained in the Deed was made by the deceased’s Will rather than by the beneficiary.

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REAL LIVES

Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax, redirection of an inheritance by Deed of Variation is a gift by the beneficiary.

For that reason, a Deed of Variation will not protect the inheritance if a beneficiary is trying to avoid creditors e.g. on divorce or bankruptcy; or where a beneficiary is receiving, or likely to receive, state benefits or assistance with residential care fees.

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HE MAIN BENEFIT of a Deed of Variation is for Inheritance Tax saving in the beneficiary’s own estate, as the beneficiary does not need to survive for seven years for the value of the gift to be removed from their estate (as they would if they took their inheritance under the Will and then gave it away). There can also be opportunities in some cases to save Inheritance Tax on the deceased’s estate by varying the Will.

Another use of the Deed of Variation is where beneficiaries feel that the deceased has been unfair in their Will: e.g. if they have disinherited one of their children, the other children may agree to join together to vary the Will so as to include the disinherited child.

Your half-brother, therefore, can redirect his own inheritance under your father’s Will, without needing anyone else’s consent but he cannot make a Deed of Variation which will reduce anyone else’s inheritance. ■ February/March 2019 Vanilla

DEEDS OF VARIATION – KEY POINTS: ● If you receive an inheritance from a deceased person, this will

increase your estate and therefore your IHT liability. ● You can redirect this inheritance (e.g. to another person, or into

a discretionary trust) by a Deed of Variation made within two years of the death. ● The inheritance is treated for IHT purposes as never forming

part of your estate, so there is no requirement for you to survive for seven years as with most lifetime gifts. ● Deeds of Variation can also be made by the executors of a

deceased beneficiary. ● The two year time limit means it is essential that you seek

specialist legal advice soon after the death.

We are here to help...

It is important that any Deed of Variation should be drawn up professionally, to ensure that it is effective. Steeles Law can help.

Please contact our Wills, Probate and Tax Team on 01603 598000.

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We are stockists of Allmakes, Bearmach, Britpart and genuine Land Rover parts, with a large stockholding and over 17000 stocklines.

We offer a daily delivery service across Norfolk and north Suffolk and aim to deliver within 24 hours of receiving your order.

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EDUCATION

1. Every pupil is noticed.

In a small class, no pupil can hide or get left behind. Everyone gets attention from the teacher.

All are encouraged to take part, share ideas and express their opinions. And everyone gets a role in the play and a place in the team!

Stephen Crump, Headmaster with pupils of Hethersett Old Hall School

Are smaller classes the key to your child’s happiness?

by Stephen Crump, Headmaster of Hethersett Old Hall School “CHOOSING A SCHOOL IS ONE of the most important decisions parents have to make – and it is perhaps even more daunting if it’s an independent school you are looking for. Such schools pride themselves on their individuality and will have many achievements of which they are justifiably proud – so how do you choose?

I believe it largely comes down to personal choice and instinct; after all, you know your own child best. But I can also say with certainty that what makes Hethersett Old Hall stand out from the crowd is the individual attention pupils enjoy and the warm and friendly community where nobody is

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overlooked or undervalued and everyone is challenged to do their best.

In the end, there is no substitute for visiting in person and having a close look at the schools you are considering.

Visit when school’s in full swing if you can, and don’t be afraid to ask lots of questions, not just from the person showing you around and from the Head, but from other parents, pupils and teachers, too.”

KEY BENEFITS OF SMALL CLASS SIZES

Small class sizes are a key factor in making sure your child gets the most out of school – and here are four reasons why:

2. Confidence increases.

Being in a small group means your child has more chance to speak up in class, and will feel more confident and comfortable doing so. Even shy children tend to blossom in this environment – and joining in discussions and expressing their opinions helps to reinforce their learning, too.

3. Teachers can teach.

In a small class, teachers can use more tailored styles and strategies. They have greater opportunities to observe and assess your child as an individual and there is more frequent interaction with the pupils.

4. More feedback given.

Teachers have more time to give individual feedback, ensuring that your child understands the material, gets the help he or she needs, and is reaching his or her potential. ■ Hethersett Old Hall School is for boys and girls from age 3 and girls only from Year 7. Early Years funding is accepted.

Hethersett Old Hall School, Hethersett, Norwich NR9 3DW 01603 810390 enquiries@hohs.co.uk www.hohs.co.uk

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Norwich High School’s Inspiring Females movement paves the way for a generation of future female leaders

INSPIRING FEMALES is a programme designed to inspire, educate and empower young women, connecting them with mentors at all stages of their career and life journeys. Through a busy programme of events, all shaped by a passionate group of young women and driven by Kirsty von Malaisé, Headmistress and the staff of Norwich High School for Girls, Inspiring Females has reached over 1,000 young women since starting in 2016.

Backing for this initiative has come from over 250 successful speakers and companies spanning STEM, Construction, Marketing, Investment, Media, Entrepreneurship and much more. Bound together by the drive to raise the next generation of female leaders, speakers volunteer their time to deliver personal messages of resilience, compassion, agility, bravery... and hope.

One of the core components of Inspiring Females is to continuously develop through feedback given by the young women who attend each event. For example, in 2018 Inspiring Females invited men to take the stage for the first time at the annual IF Summit. The move – as requested by girls in attendance at previous events – brought a new level of diversity into panel Q&As and workshops.

These men all attended with a desire to uplift talented young women and propel them into male dominated industries, such as Science, Marketing, Insurance, Fashion Design and Consultancy.

A vision of equality is what continues to motivate Inspiring Females, after all, “Who wouldn’t want equality?” asked Becky Jago, ITV Presenter and panel guest for Inspiring Females in the Arts Live BBC Radio Norfolk Broadcast last year. Yet, this is just the start. To add to its buzzing roster of February/March 2019 Vanilla

Keynote speaker Yewande Akinola

speakers, Inspiring Females hopes to bring on board more campaigners, from other industries where females are yet to take leadership. For example, the initiative is particularly looking to add speakers from Medicine (women make up only 12% of UK surgical consultants in practice) and the Emergency Services (startlingly, female firefighters represent just 7% of the London Fire Brigade) at future events.

Looking forward, Inspiring Females is aiming to reach a wider audience, with the June 2019 Summit, taking place at Stamford Bridge, the home of Chelsea Football Club. With a theme of ‘Inspiring Game Changers’, a record line-up of 30 speakers being shaped, and a plan to host 450 young women from across the UK, this is planning to be the programme’s biggest event yet.

To summarise, award-winning Design Engineer and keynote speaker at the 2018 Summit, Yewande Akinola, shared after her day that “Everyone needs to attend an Inspiring Females Summit” – and that’s certainly what this movement born in Norwich is aspiring to achieve. ● Find out more about Inspiring Females at www.inspiringfemales.org.uk, and Norwich High School for Girls at www.norwichhigh.gdst.net

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“I feel so privileged that I was able to explore this beautiful tropical island.”

Oyster Travel Norwich sent Travel Consultant, Vicky Samwell, off to experience the beautiful paradise island of Mauritius.

HE ISLAND boasts 330km of coastline, which is almost entirely surrounded by one of the largest unbroken coral reefs in the world, therefore diving and snorkeling is a must!

Beyond the coral reefs and beautiful beaches Mauritius has to offer, it is an island full of adventure, natural beauty, rich culture, nature and history. I am in complete awe of the diverse Mauritian lifestyle. Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus and others from all around the world live in unity and appreciate the different practices of all religions.

During my time in Mauritius I visited eighteen hotels, all of which are unique. Amongst others, I fell in love with the LUX* hotels. LUX* think of absolutely everything when it

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comes to luxury hospitality!

LUX* Le Morne 5* is located on the South-West of the island, fringed by miles of picture perfect powder white beaches.

LUX* Belle Mare on the east coast, tucked away in beautifully landscaped tropical gardens.

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INALLY, LUX* Grand Gaube. My favourite!

Located on the Northern Shore, situated on a secluded peninsula near the fishing village of Grand Gaube and only a 10 minute drive from Grand Baie.

Designed by Kelly Hoppen, the 186 generously proportioned and effortlessly stylish rooms all have amazing views. You have six restaurants, including live cooking stations, to choose from plus seven bars and in addition to this, you also have 24-hour in room dining. LUX* takes land and watersports to a whole new level, from Snorkeling, diving, kitesurfing, horse-riding, golf, to photo taking and painting, there

really is something for everyone!

However for me, it was the little touches that got my attention… complimentary high speed WiFi access throughout the resort; the famous island-roasted coffee;the retro telephone box ‘Phone Home’ which allows all guests to phone their loved ones completely free of charge; the photography studio and workshops to help capture those special moments or to get the ‘perfect Instagram shot’ and the open air cinema on the beach.

Mauritius and its hotels has so much to offer, more than you can imagine. It is truly breathtaking, an Island to be explored and the most wonderful place to spend a romantic honeymoon. ● To book your next dream holiday or to plan the perfect honeymoon in Mauritius, speak to one of our experienced Travel Consultants at Oyster Travel Norwich on 01603 415500 or take a look at our website: www.oystertravelnorwich.co.uk

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PETS

Bringing people and pets closer together

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HETHER YOU ARE considering having a pet in the future and need guidance on pet choice, or you already have a pet and need some general advice or intensive support, Wood Green, The Animals Charity offer free pet advice to anyone who needs it. They can help you to find your perfect pet, to understand how best to care for your pet and how to improve pet behaviour and your relationship with your pet.

In a year, this unique service has helped over 2,000 pet owners and through behaviour advice and support managed to keep over 250 pets and their families together at a time when they thought giving up their pet was the only option.

Wood Green’s dedicated teams are there to listen and give you the help you need. From coping with a new puppy to advice about preparing a pet if you are about to move home, their experts continuously help pet owners

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and their pets to live in harmony and get the best out of life.

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F YOU ARE interested in taking home one of their pets, Wood Green carefully match every pet looking for a new home with the personalities and lifestyles of owners. They guide you through the homing process with knowledge of each pet’s individual lifestyle or training needs and any medical issues he or she may have – a pet they’ve taken the time to know.

Indeed from humble beginnings in 1924 and the subsequent headquarter move from London to Cambridgeshire, Wood Green, The Animals Charity in Godmanchester has become one of the largest pet rehoming centres in Europe for the care of dogs, cats and smalls pets. The charity takes in unwanted and lost pets, provides shelter and care, finds secure and loving homes, and provides advice and guidance to pet

owners. Around 5,000 pets are rehomed every year and up to 650 pets can be in their care at any one time between their three centres in London, Heydon and Godmanchester.

Life can also be unpredictable and if pet owners are no longer able to care for a pet, Wood Green offer help with that too.

Visit woodgreen.org.uk or to contact Wood Green’s pet advisors call 0300 303 9333 ext. 1281 or email: pet.support@woodgreen.org.uk. ● Wood Green, The Animals Charity rely on donations from the public to help support the work that they do and receive no government funding. You can support this worthy organisation by donating, fundraising or volunteering – please visit www. woodgreen.org.uk to find out more.

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The English Chocolate Company prides itself on a dedication to luxury chocolate making. A true gourmet chocolatier, they produce unique creations using only the finest quality ingredients. The exceptional range of award-winning handmade chocolates make for an unforgettable gift. They are offering one lucky Vanilla reader the chance to win a luxury box of 16 award winning handpicked, handmade chocolates – the perfect gift for your lovely mum on Mother’s Day!

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Simply cut out this coupon and take it into The English Chocolate Company in Norwich. Alternatively, post your coupon to: The English Chocolate Company, The Royal Arcade, Norwich NR2 1NQ. All entries must be received by 22nd March 2019.

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The Giggly Goat in Lower Goat Lane, Norwich, which opened nearly five years ago, has clearly nailed the competitive craft retail market with her ethos of providing a warm welcome to anyone who comes through the door. Helen Fisher has built up a loyal following of local customers who enjoy visiting the shop to see what is new and inspiring from the 80 or so suppliers who provide a wide range of handmade goods including glassware,

jewellery, ceramics, prints and paintings.

Here’s your chance to win a £25 voucher to spend on any of the lovely Giggly Goat wares!

HOW TO ENTER

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Competition closes 22nd March 2019.

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ANILLA has teamed up with John Lewis & Partners Norwich and Origins for your chance to win a fantastic prize including a 20 minute Feel Good facial tailored to your skin care needs, and a Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask (75ml).

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ORIGINS SKINCARE EXPERTS Visit the Origins counter within John Lewis & Partners Norwich and discover our iconic products. Origins consultant Lorna, has expert knowledge and can guide you through the Origins range of products and services to help you with your skincare needs.

Origins offer skincare consultations and feel good facials to advise you on the best products for you and your beauty routine, they tailor each consultation to each individual to make sure you get the most suited products for you. We are also able to create gift sets with packaging for every occasion.

To book an appointment with Lorna either visit the Origins counter at John Lewis & Partners Norwich or call 01603 677802 ext 4459.

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R O S S CA M P B E L L DENTAL SURGEON

Ross Campbell Dental Practice is a small private practice in the centre of Norwich, renowned for their professional and friendly service and commitment to providing innovative dentistry and a very high level of patient care.

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For more information contact Jogita Dzerve at Dzerve Aesthetics in Norwich on 07572 545470.

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Pilates sessions are tailored to the specific needs of each client using a combination of matwork exercises and equipment work ensuring sessions are effective in helping you keep supple, mobile, strong, toned and aligned.

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Aesthetics, in Hethersett, anatomy and physiology, which “We are all fighting a clinic that specialises in facial aesthetics using is essential when carrying out against wrinkles, and I can reduce Botox and dermal fillers aesthetic facial treatments” forehead lines, crow’s and minor surgical DR PATRICIA MCKENNA feet around the eyes procedures to remove and frown lines, as moles, skin tags and carrying them out,” says well as smokers’ lines and for a various lesions. She has trained Dr McKenna. “Once I explain that chemical brow lift. in Harley Street on the most all the treatments are entirely safe “Dermal fillers are simple, up to date and effective nonand only carried out by me they quick injections using very small surgical cosmetic and aesthetic needles and they can be used in treatments for facial rejuvenation. are completely reassured.

“Being a doctor, I have the many parts of the face to fill out As well as treating patients at knowledge and experience of lines.” n Derma Wren, Dr McKenna is a GP and works in General Surgery anatomy and physiology, which is essential when carrying out at Norfolk & Norwich University Derma Wren is situated at aesthetic facial treatments. This Hospital. Her qualifications are Rowan House, Queens Road, is also vital in being able to help beyond reproach and this gives Hethersett, NR9 3DB. those who have had treatments her patients huge confidence.

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HLOE SAVAGE, who works at BodyFlow Osteopathy on Riverside in Norwich, is a Registered Osteopath, Cranial and Paediatric Osteopath. She has specialist skills in relieving pain and stress suffered by pregnant and postpartum women, children and babies.

“Pregnancy is the most wonderful time of a woman’s life, but it can put enormous strain on the body, especially on the musculosketal system, as the body moves and adapts to accommodate the growing baby,” says Chloe. “This can result in a lot of postural pain and tension and give mums-tobe lower back, rib pain, sciatica and other such issues.

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“My focus is on helping to relieve the pain and tensions of pregnancy with gentle osteopathy, and it can bring enormous relief. Treatment also helps mums-to-be feel more comfortable and confident in their body, which ultimately helps with the birthing process".

“Babies can develop tension within their bodies for many different reasons. Tensions can build up due to lack of space in the womb as the baby nears the end of pregnancy and especially if they have a long and difficult birth. Gentle osteopathy can help to relieve muscular tensions in these areas and make baby more comfortable.”

“After giving birth, women

often appreciate guidance in restoring balance to their body and help with their ever changing posture! Feeding and holding baby often causes shoulder and neck pain and many new mums are so occupied with looking after their new arrival that they overlook their own well being in this way. Plus, coming here for treatment is also an opportunity for them to relax and have some quiet time to themselves in a peaceful and restorative environment where professional support is also available".

For more help and advice or to book an appointment go online or call us on 01603 327223 www.BodyFlowOsteopathy.com

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WHO NEEDS THERAPY? ...probably most of us says psychotherapist, Sophie Manders

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SYCHOLOGICAL TENSION is everywhere in today’s demanding, forever fluctuating, world. People come to us, Emotionalskills, for help to manage stress, anxiety, low mood, low esteem, frustration and anger issues. Some people can’t find a fulfilling way to be and feel life is OK, but fairly meaningless. These are everyday normal people, like you and me.

Modern day pressures get on top of ordinary people all of the time.

Emotional issues effect all ages and all types of individuals. If you think about it, you probably know someone who has been troubled in this way or you may have been unsettled yourself.

Obviously, significant experiences such as relationship breakups, serious illness, losing a livelihood and death usually bring about psychological disruption.

Most of us will experience these types of events in our lifetime, but many people have an ongoing unhappiness that they cannot fathom and to which there seems to be no solution.

Over the past year, 74%* of people have at some point

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felt so stressed that they felt overwhelmed or unable to cope, and around a third of all adults have experienced suicidal feelings as a result of stress.

Plus, psychological difficulties in the young are growing alarmingly.

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OST PEOPLE with psychological issues take ten years to seek help. This reluctance might be because of the stigma accompanying mental ill health or it may be that people just don’t know where to look for help.

My suggestion is to be bold and talk to a qualified counsellor or psychotherapist. Individuals can change and the quicker change begins, the better the chance to realise a life where one is at ease with oneself and life in general.

So, who seeks therapy? The people who come and see us are ordinary people with varied lifestyles and histories. Each person is unique and their

issue and process is absolutely distinctive as well. I am not talking about being transformed into some sort of super being.

Perfection is just a concept, not a reality, but my experience as a psychotherapist is that the great majority of people who seek appropriate help move towards being more at ease, balanced and generally contented with their lives. n

Sophie Manders is a degree qualified psychotherapist at counselling and therapy organisation, Emotionalskills.

If you’re struggling with emotional issues, email: info@emotionalskills.uk. www.emotionalskills.uk

* Stress: Are we coping? Research Report Mental Health Foundation, 2018

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BY JOELLE FORDHAM MOst(DO) PRINCIPAL OSTEOPATH AT BODY FLOW OSTEOPATHY Let me say this in no uncertain terms: It’s not OK to be in pain all the time!

It’s NOT OK to feel stiff, achy, exhausted, “head achy” and to live through a brain fog. It’s NOT OK to wake up exhausted, to rely on coffee, energy drinks and paracetamol to get through the day, only to toss and turn all night with “painsomnia”. It’s NOT OK to feel like a shadow of the person you want to be.

It’s NOT OK but we know it’s a difficult reality for a lot of people. Adding to the frustration of never feeling good, is the frustrations of being told by your GP that all your tests are clear and there’s nothing wrong with you… sigh.

It’s a story we hear too often but there is hope!

Joelle has a specialist interest in chronic complex conditions: “There’s no quick fix but with time, commitment and some important lifestyle changes, the potential improvement is life changing for people!

The first thing we need to do is to get their body working better and we can help with that.”

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Mug £8.49 Rice bowl

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Flamingo mug in a box £8.95 Arts Desire

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Noodle bowl £9.99 Plate

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Pink velvet petal chair £450 Berrys & Grey

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Small Teapot £18 The Kitchenary

Sarah Myatt glass hanging £18 The Giggly Goat

Virginia Graham ceramics: Bowl £32 Vase £32 The Giggly Goat Wing book ends £30 Oliver Bonas

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Rob Whelpton ceramic hares £32 each The Giggly Goat

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Owl glass vase £18.95 Arts Desire

Lottie Day set of 6 napkins £35 The Giggly Goat Mio table lamp £100 Oliver Bonas, intu Chapelfield

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T THIS TIME OF YEAR, our homes can feel a little bare and unloved after the Christmas decorations have been boxed away. But with that comes the chance to reignite the spark by treating the place you love best to some beautiful new homeware from intu Chapelfield, Norwich’s biggest shopping centre.

Rebecca Downie, intu Chapelfield’s assistant marketing manager says; “Whether you caught the New Year decluttering bug, or are mentally planning a spring revamp, showing your home some love now can be really quick and simple. To add instant texture and colour, head to Monsoon for sumptuous cushions and throws, the perfect match for your living room. Or for purse-friendly pick-me-ups, pop into Tiger to find ceramics for a few pounds and fun accessories to make you smile.”

“Show the heart of the home some TLC too, by visiting House for all your kitchen and dining essentials. Practical items needn’t be boring, and there’s something really satisfying about replacing old pots and pans with gleaming copper versions or serving up a lovingly made, home cooked meal on stylish new plates.”

“Well-picked items for the home make for thoughtful gifts too; think candles, home fragrance, trinket dishes or jewellery boxes. Impress the one you love and visit Lisa Angel for personalised items. Or discover photo frames, opulent glassware, unique lighting and stunning mirrors at Oliver Bonas. Since opening last year, Norwich shoppers have fallen head over heels for this brand, and with its latest stunning homeware collection, it’s easy to see why.”

Fall in love with your home again at intu Chapelfield.

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“Discover photo frames, opulent glassware, unique lighting and stunning mirrors at Oliver Bonas”

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Velvet silver disc cushion £45 Monsoon

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Sora table lamp £110 Oliver Bonas (due in March)

Ceramic teapot £10 Tiger

Ceramic mug £2 Tiger

Ceramic bowl £3 Tiger

Mug £8.49 Rice bowl £5.99

Noodle bowl £9.99 Plate

Doki monkey table lamp £96 Oliver Bonas

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Rainbow carafe £24 Set of tumblers £26 Oliver Bonas

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Share your latest lust-have and must-have homeware buys from intu Chapelfield on social media, and your snap might appear in our next edition!

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NEW KITCHEN? BATHROOM?

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ITCHENS and bathrooms are made easy at MKM Building Supplies.

They have a dedicated team of specialists who are ready to create your dream design. The team provide a free 3D design and home measuring service to ensure every angle of your kitchen or bathroom is a perfect fit for your space and taste!

With so much choice, MKM knows how tricky it can be to find the perfect look, but their specialists have extensive knowledge of the current trends and the timeless classics. They’ll take the time to get to understand

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your taste and be able to help you choose the design that’s right for you and your lifestyle.

MKM work with several top kitchen and bathroom suppliers, so whichever range you choose, you can also be assured of great quality.

And it doesn’t stop at the kitchen cupboards and worktops or the bathroom suites and furniture, MKM can also supply the wall tiles, flooring, appliances, towel rails and other finishing accessories!

So take the next step to having your dream kitchen or bathroom – call or pop into the branch today and arrange your free design consultation! Speak to Louis, our

Kitchen Specialist or Russell and Valerie, our Kitchen & Bathroom Specialists. ■ MKM Building Supplies, Vulcan Road North, Norwich, NR6 6AQ Tel: 01603 258290

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If you love antique furniture and interiors look no further.

If you fancy a trip out, we have a great showroom that you can come and visit, but please note we only take visitors by appointment. We also sell online through Antiques Atlas and sellingantiques.co.uk, please visit our website to find out more.

The fantastic thing about Hingham Antiques Fair is that the public can buy retail items, at very good prices, and it is a great place for dealers who want to regularly replenish their stock. The fair is very well attended by people from across the country and is open on the last Sunday of every month.

For information on Cloverleaf Home Interiors or Hingham Antiques Fair, please contact 01953 483691 • 07919 040909

We offer a tailor made interior design service to meet your individual requirements and needs, from a single blind to a full design project.

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BY HOLLY PAGANI INTERIOR DESIGNER AT SALT INTERIOR DESIGN

Use as an accent with cushions and throws

Colour of 2019: Coral LIVING CORAL, aka Pantone 16-1546, has been named colour of the year by the renowned colour matching system. Described as “buoyant, vibrant and effervescent”, the marine tone is predicted to dominate the design industry over the next 12 months.

This is a colour that promises paradise. It is a subtle, seductive blend, at once fleshy and ethereal, a colour that Pantone calls “natural” yet which, in reality, is exquisitely refined.

It is a colour of escape and safety, a colour you can call home.

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Cole & Son Seafern wallpaper £75 per roll

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Coral can be the main attraction or simply one ingredient in a carefully curated collection.

Whether you end up with a few sprigs of flowers in a jar, a pair of coral throw pillows, or a vintage rug with a few coral theme, the easiest way to start decorating with a new Coral tones colour is to take baby steps. are set to dominate the Textiles are a must for any home. Add a design punch of coral to your bed or couch with industry this a fun pillow or throw blanket. Or make a year statement with a funky wallcovering.

BE BOLD WITH CORAL PAINT

● For ideas on how you can accessorise a room or for any interior design queries contact Holly at Salt Interiors: info@saltinteriors.co.uk

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Mind The Gap wallpaper in Coloured Geometry

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Now if you want to go really big and create a room with wow factor, try using the tip above in reverse and paint your walls in a coral tone. Instead of creating a pop of interest in a neutral field, use natural tones to create moments of calm in a sea of colour.

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CORAL FURNITURE One of the easiest (yet daring) ways to incorporate this fun and bold shade into your home is with a large piece of statement furniture.

Against a neutral backdrop, a couch in a coral tone will add an instant spark of interest while warming up the cool tones that dominate the space.

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Blendworth Lagoon wallpaper ÂŁ70 per roll

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ANDLING ELECTRICS is not for the amateur – it’s very skilled, technical and potentially dangerous. So using a qualified, experienced and professional local trader is essential.

Segment Electrical is a small, family-run electrical contractor based at Blofield Heath. They carry out a huge range of work for both domestic and commercial customers, including installation, fixed wire test and inspection, fault finding, plus in-service inspection of electrical equipment, otherwise known as PAT testing.

Owner Graham Muff is a lifelong electrical engineer with commercial, industrial and domestic experience. He worked for Britvic for many years, but decided to set up his own business in 2018.

“No job is too large or too small for us, and the range of projects we work on is very broad,” he says. “Everything from adding an

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extra light fitting, garden lighting installations and consumer unit upgrades, to doing a complete house or industrial rewire.

“Each project is discussed in detail with the client so that we fully understand the technical requirements and timescales.

It’s only then we agree a scope of work and issue a quotation.

Once the project is given the go-ahead there is a single point of contact for the customer and the project is managed by us until its finished. That way the customer has complete peace of mind that the work is being handled in a consistent and professional way.”

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O WHAT KIND of projects is Graham working on at the moment? “I am doing more and more horticultural work, and I recently completed a large lighting, power and irrigation installation for a polytunnel nursery. In addition, more people are adding lighting to their gardens as part of

landscaping projects. These are quite complex jobs which need to be installed correctly for the longterm, and weatherproof.”

Safety and compliance is vital for electrics. Does Graham find his customers try to have a go themselves before they call him in?! “People do try to install things without the proper experience or knowledge. This is not only dangerous, but the wiring also needs to comply with strict regulations, which I think many people don’t appreciate. It’s good advise to never do anything complex yourself, it’s false economy and could put you, your home or your business at risk.”

Business is booming for Graham, and word about his skill is spreading fast. “I love what I do and my aim is to deliver the best I can for the client.” ■ For more details go to www.segmentelectrical.com or call 07917 414139.

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Christopher Graham: “I have found the most wonderful things in the most unusual of places.”

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HRISTOPHER GRAHAM has an ‘eye’ for stylish interiors, he knows how to combine furniture and objects from different eras to create a stunning look for the home or office.

Three years ago, this passion for all things interior led Christopher to open Laking Art Interiors, in Holt; a shop filled with an eclectic mix of modern and antique furniture, lighting, artworks, soft furnishings and mirrors. “I believe that modern, antique and vintage can all sit quite happily together, as long as it ‘works’ and items complement each other,” says Christopher.

“Beautiful things never lose their appeal, and you can pair a gorgeous mid 19th Century oak chest with a modern B&B Italia chair and it will bring out the style of each piece.

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“This is what I love to do, to put a ‘look’ together, to dress a room to achieve a gorgeous atmosphere using unusual, precious and beautiful things – but sometimes I use ordinary things as well. The overall aim is to create a space that is a joy to be in; fascinating, glowing and unforgettable.”

Christopher travels far and wide to find the most interesting statement pieces for his stock.

“I go to fairs, auctions and vintage shows, I have found the most wonderful things in the most unusual places. I also stock some ex-display furniture from leading brands such as B&B Italia, Minotti, Poltron Frau, Cassina and Ligne Roset.

“If people can’t find what they want in the shop I can source specific pieces for them.

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HAT ADVICE would Christopher give to readers who want to create a stunning interior? “Do the basics first; strip back the room, give it a lick of paint and clean the windows. Then find what you like in terms of colours, finishes, historical periods and start looking for furniture and objects.

Often people see something and it just speaks to them. Be bold, be brave, mix it up, make a statement, let your mind be creative…and have fun!” ■ Laking Art Interiors 6 Appleyard, Holt NR25 6AR Tel: 01263 711911 www.lakingart.co.uk

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OSH PLANTS is a local independent business dedicated to plants and well known for the hire of large topiary (trees which are pruned and trimmed to shape) and blossom trees for weddings, events and parties. Any occasion becomes really special when you add some Posh Plants!

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For long term hire they supply many Norfolk businesses, such as restaurants, shops, hotels and schools. These businesses have found it is a cost effective way of having beautiful plants inside and outside. Posh Plants install the plants and then visit every couple of weeks to maintain them... easy!

Seven Acres Nursery at East Tuddenham is at the heart of the business and is run by owner, Sue Huckle. It’s where the topiary trees are kept and, in the Spring and Summer, the nursery is filled with lovely plants, ready to transform your garden.

In May and June delicious home grown strawberries are sold at the nursery – not too long to wait now.

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POSH PLANTS CLUB

Posh Plants have recently introduced the Posh Plants Club, which is proving a great success. It’s the easiest way to introduce plants into your home.

Subscribe and every month Sue will personally select an individual houseplant in a stylish pot for you to enjoy. You will receive your plant, delivered to your door or workplace along with cultural and aftercare information. Hints and tips are included with the plant and over time you will build up a collection that you can care for, learn to divide and increase.

Not only will you have beautiful houseplants to love and cherish, but you can make your home a greener and healthier and happier place to live.

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ROM A SMALL succulent to a large olive tree, or even growing vegetables, plants are an important part of our lives, enriching and improving our surroundings. The health benefits of having plants around us has been scientifically proven and now, more than ever before, more and more

people are enjoying plants! A greener environment is a cleaner environment. Green is definitely ‘cool’!

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Inspired by the natural world, Sue Huckle designs and create contemporary jewellery, using silver, gold and gemstones. Bespoke pieces can be made for you and she’s always happy to discuss projects. Sue’s work can be seen at online at www.poshplants.com or by appointment at Seven Acres.

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Homeowners want gardens that are essentially another living space, or another room to their house. We design our gardens around how clients want to use the space.

Do they love cooking and eating outdoors, host dinner parties? Are there young children running around the space? These are the type of questions we ask our Landscape design clients before they commission us.

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TheFoodie Timberhill Terrace Timberhill Terrace, the restaurant quarter at Castle Mall shopping centre, has a trio of tasty restaurants to tickle your tastebuds.

Head to level 4 to enjoy: Veeno: an Italian wine cafe, serving Sicilian wines alongside charcuterie, bruschetta and paninis served in traditional focaccia. There is a range of authentic desserts including gelato, tiramisu and torta capriccio which is a chocolate cake covered in hazelnuts. Italian afternoon tea is available 12pm6pm). The wine bar has great views of the beautiful Norwich Castle.

Bourgee offer luxury dining, focussing on steak and lobster, at affordable prices. The location takes the brand’s signature decadent décor to a new level.

Treats for lovers & mothers at Strattons Spreading over two floors, Bourgee will feature a fully-fledged restaurant downstairs, with a Bites-Bar Luxe Lounge offering a premium bar with tapas bites and a cocktail menu upstairs.

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For the love of gin

Norfolk Gin has launched a beautiful mini decanter, just in time to gift the ginthusiast you love this Valentine’s Day. Presented in a gorgeous porcelain decanter, handcrafted by Wade Ceramics in Stoke on Trent, Norfolk Gin is your perfect way to enjoy a first date – or any date! And with its distinctive botanical flavour, it could be love at first taste.

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FEBRUARY PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AFTERNOON TEA

In honour of the longest running Broadway show Strattons are celebrating Phantom of the Opera throughout February. £16.50pp.

14 & 16 FEBRUARY VALENTINES DINNER

Treat your favourite person to a special Valentines dinner on Thursday 14th at £45pp or book in for the tasting menu on Saturday 16th at £49pp .

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Back by popular demand Strattons are offering a Flower Show themed afternoon tea throughout March to mark the beginning of Spring. £16.50pp.

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To celebrate Mother’s day weekend – a very special ‘Best of’ afternoon tea. £28.50 including a glass of Prosecco and a little gift for mum.

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Special set price menu on Mother’s Day from 6.30pm: 2 courses at £15pp or 3 courses for £20pp.

Booking is essential, please visit strattonshotel.com or call 01760 723845.

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The winning team Street Food Mondays in the Summer were a great success

A big appetite for food and fun!

The Fox at Lyng: the pub with a big heart

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HE FOX AT LYNG is a pub that’s truly at the heart of the community. It not only offers a wonderful menu of traditional and modern British food, but they have also introduced exciting and engaging food basedevents to the pub – and they are proving hugely popular.

Last year, the pub introduced ‘The Fox Charity Bake Off’, a celebration of the famous TV show, but with its own unique twist. Owner Vikki Hunt explains: “It started off in a small way and gathered pace rapidly to become the talk of the surrounding area. In the end we had celebrity judges Charlie Hodson and Richard Bainbridge on board and we raised nearly £3k for Pancreatic Cancer UK. The winner, Amie Abbs, was invited to cook at Holkham Hall Christmas Fair with Charlie Hodson and celebrity and Big Brother contestant, Hardeep Singh Kohli.

“This year we hope the

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competition will be even bigger.

It starts in March and will run every Thursday for 12 weeks.

Competitors can choose which week they want to enter, and the winner from each week will enter the final.

“Charlie Hodson is on board again and we hope other celebrity chefs will also be involved. So we need weekly competitors, judges and also supporters – people to come along and watch. After each judging the food is available to buy and the proceeds go to charity. We also host a Friday Coffee Morning, (9am-12pm), with the remaining bakes, so there are so many ways people can get involved.

This year we are keeping the money raised within our community – 50% to Friends of Lyng School and 50% to Lyng Nursery School. Go to our website and find out more… it’s gong to be a fantastic competition.”

Bake Off judges with owner Vikki and winner Amie

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IKKI AND HER TEAM have their finger firmly on the pulse of food trends and they have taken full advantage of the growing popularity of street food. “In 2017 we started street food nights on Mondays in the spring and summer, and this has been one of our most successful ventures,” Vikki says.

“We bring in one main savoury vendor and one for dessert and they cook all sorts of food from around the world, such as Thai, Lebanese, African – fantastic dishes with exciting big flavours.

There is live music too and people can bring a blanket because all the benches are taken. It’s always packed out, has a wonderful relaxed atmosphere and perfect for families as well. ■ For more details or to book, go to www.thefoxatlyng.co.uk or call 01603 872316

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EWLY-OPENED Jorges,

in Orford Yard, is offering something unique in Norwich; the punchy, bold flavours of Portugal fused with other world influences, and hospitality that makes you feel like you’ve made new friends.

Owner Jorges is a host in every sense and his personality is what makes this place so engaging. His passion for food is clear and from the moment we arrived he took us under his wing and on a wonderful journey through Portuguese food, drink and culture.

He did what I hoped he would do; he presented us with the dishes he was most proud of, that best reflected the diversity

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and taste of everything that’s great and delicious about Portuguese cuisine. The food was like nothing we had ever tasted before, which for those of us who dine out often is very refreshing!

The menu is packed with meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, with Mediterranean ingredients at their heart, but with some intriguing twists that challenged our taste buds.

Jorges kicked us off with some wonderful homemade bread and olives, and throughout the evening we were presented with many different types of bread — sweet potato, rye, maize (corn), rustic, all moreish.

He brought us a range of

starters; slices of tender dry cured tuna, with a piquant green chilli sauce, rocket and almond salad. A wonderful texture to the tuna, meaty but light and so full of flavour.

Next was clams in their shells, steamed in a citrusy broth with garlic and olive oil and served with toasted rustic bread.

Delicious all round.

Last of the starters was black pork tenderloin, sautéed in olive oil, pickles and olives. Lovely meaty pork, and an intriguing flavour, courtesy of the chef’s superb ‘secret’ sauce!

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ORGES is also passionate about wine and the offering here is purely Portuguese,

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from every region. He presented us with a wine to complement each dish and he was spot on, as they worked together perfectly.

Mains were just as stunning and Jorges insisted we try the Cataplana, a famous Portuguese fish stew served in a large copper bowl and packed with clams, langoustines, prawns, monkfish and sliced potatoes. Finished with wine it’s light, wholesome and the theatre of it makes a perfect meal for two to share.

Jorges also wanted us to try Black Pork Secretos, a simple dish of tender pork, tomato, red onion and coriander salsa and a chilli sauce with a surprising kick.

Desserts didn’t let us down; the perfect chocolate mousse, rich, frothy and bitter-sweet; and a mouthwatering selection of Portuguese goat’s and sheep’s milk cheeses that ranged from soft and creamy to intense, almost Parmesan-like with a crystalline texture.

Jorges is a top recommendation for anyone who wants to give their jaded palate a good kicking. Surprising, delicious, and what a welcome!

REVIEW: LUCY OHSTEN Jorges, 2-3, Orford Yd, Red Lion St, Norwich NR1 3TB t: 01603 764441 www.jorgesrestaurant.co.uk

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AMOUR DE CUVEE BLANC DE NOIR 1ER CRU £39

BLANQUETTE DE LIMOUX TETE DE CUVÉE £17

We have Valentine’s day and Mothering Sunday to prepare for in terms of wine buying, but I must confess I do not take much notice these days (kill joy I know).

But I will celebrate it with a glass (or two) of Champagne. I am the UK sole importer for Duménil Champagne, a family run House, which produces a Premier Cru Champagne. Their ‘special cuvee’ is to die for and it is aptly named Amour de Cuvée Blanc de Noir 1er Cru. With the word love in the title it has to be perfect for February 14th, it also comes in a golden coloured silky bag. Made from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier at 50% for each. I must say that the Champenoise love the Meunier more than I do but... only the very best grapes are used for this wine, specially selected for their aging potential. Five years in the cellars.

This wine has small fast bubbles forming a perfect mousse and the aromas and taste are beyond description. Unfortunately you have to pay a premium price for wine made from grapes which are specially selected and picked by hand. However spoil your loved one, at £39 per bottle, it’s still a snip for the outstanding quality and it is so special! If you need to eat then try it with Saddle of Lamb.

This Champagne is not available anywhere else in the UK. Good for Mother’s Day, too, mums will love it. Alternatively you could give a bottle of Blanquette de Limoux Tête de Cuvée at £17 per bottle – a great alternative.

All wines are available from Tastebuds Wines Limited.

Call 01603 713925 for an appointment to visit our warehouse or order online at tastebudswines.co.uk

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Yes Chef!

A loving and indulgent dessert from Executive chef Jules Hetherton at Strattons

Chocolate & Rose Delice MAKES 6 PORTIONS

For the sponge:

150g butter 150g caster sugar 3eggs ½ tsp vanilla extract 100g self-raising flour 50g cocoa powder

1 Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line a 20cm square cake tin with baking parchment.

2 Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Gradually add the eggs, then add vanilla.

3 Sift the dry ingredients into the mixture and stir until combined.

Spread into the prepared tin and bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked. Allow to cool.

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For the delice:

For the ganache topping:

200g egg whites 60g unsalted butter, softened 50g caster sugar 320g good quality dark chocolate, 70% cocoa solids 10g plain flour, sifted rose water to taste

150ml double cream 200g good quality dark chocolate 70% cocoa solids Place the cream in a sauce pan and bring to the boil, take off the heat and stir in the chocolate until smooth allow to cool slightly.

1 Preheat the oven to 110°C. Grease and line a 20cm square cake tin with baking parchment.

2 Blend the egg whites, butter and sugar in a food processor until light and creamy. Melt the chocolate and add to the mixture and continue to blend until smooth. Add the flour and rose water and pulse to combine but do not over mix.

3 Pour the mixture into the tin and bake for 16 minutes turning the tray after 8 minutes to cook it evenly. Allow to cool.

To assemble: Place the delice mixture on top of the cooled sponge, pour the ganache over the top and spread until even.

Allow to cool in the fridge for up to 4 hours. Using a hot sharp knife cut into 6 even rectangles, decorate with dried rose petals and chocolate work.

Strattons Hotel, 4 Ash Close, Swaffham PE37 7NH Tel: 01760 723845 www.strattonshotel.com

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The life and times of a Wine Merchant Steve Hearnden at Tastebuds Wines

I WAS BORN in the East End of London but as a baby was removed to North West London where, as a child I had a tough but idyllic life. Hampstead Heath was my playground! I decided very early in life what I wanted to do as a career as I had two choices, the first was a chef and the second a funeral director.

I chose the first and went to college and trained in hotel and catering. When I left college I worked in the industry in London – my links to wine were rather tenuous and I learnt very little. But after seven years I was appointed as a junior lecturer at the college I attended, where I taught restaurant operations.

The wine lecturer then left and I was given the job to teach wine to the hotel students – so I had to

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study for my diploma as I taught!

At college, I moved up the ladder and became a programme director and resubmitted the course details with Gastronomy as a final year subject option. I made sure it included an annual field trip to the vineyards of France and so began my love affair with wine!

At the same time I started a PhD in Champagne, taught at my local college evening classes and made many friends who used to accompany me on weekend trips to the Champagne region. My work also involved wine education in the catering trade in London.

I eventually retired from a successful academic career and moved to Norfolk where my wife and I started a wine

club. We launched Tastebuds Wines Limited in 2002 and I now import wines – specialising in small family run wineries. I also import from Romania, Spain and Portugal and the USA and Niagara Falls are next on my list.

Most of my wines are exclusively available to Tastebuds in the UK. I run wine tastings and, for 2019, I plan to run some short wine appreciation courses, which will be informal and held in the warehouse/shop in Strumpshaw. Wine for birthday presents are also a regular feature of my work as welI corporate clients who want wine to gift to their clients.

Running Tastebuds Wines Limited is a dream job – long may I be able to do it! ■ Tastebuds Wines Ltd 30 Norwich Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4AG

01603 713925 www.tastebudswines.co.uk

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Lou Lou's Vintage Fair

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NOT-TO-MISS EVENTS

floor! Now entering its show stopping 30th year ‘The Love Train’ is an immersive, interactive party of humpin’ pumpkin’ disco action and with its unique charm and rapport has the power to make the hardest audience “Don a wig and do the Hustle!”

Norwich 10 FEBRUARY

Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair Say goodbye to those Winter Blues and hello to Lou Lou’s HUGE sale with stalls of vintage fashion, accessories, collectables and more. Expect tonnes of deals and discounts and sale rails ready to be rummaged from some of the UK’s finest vintage traders.

The Halls 11am – 4pm £2.50 SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY

Brutus Gold's Love Train

Brutus Gold together with his Love Train cohorts have just one mission… to convert the good people of the world back to the ways of Disco! From city to city, around the world, reinstating Disco to its rightful place… the dance

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The Stunning Spring Wedding Fair The perfect opportunity for future brides and grooms to meet over 50 local specialists and suppliers who can help make their big day just perfect. Free entry.

The Forum 10am - 4pm 8 MARCH

Fierce Babe Night Market International Women’s Day Special!

Norwich’s Fierce Babe Network host a special night market for International Women’s

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Parent & Baby Show

Day. Featuring hand made stalls, DJs and food stalls.

Norwich Arts Centre SUNDAY 24 MARCH

A Most Curious Wedding Fayre

Billed as a wedding fayre for ‘the style savvy couple’.

Over 50 stands ranging from innovative cake makers, stationers, deco ideas, vintage, boho and design-led gowns, creative florists, and the coolest photographers 11am-4pm, £3.50 The Fire Pit Camp Nr Dereham amostcuriousweddingfair.co.uk

SUNDAY 24 MARCH

An Evening with John Illsley Along with Mark Knopfler, John was a founder member of the legendary Dire Straits who, during their time together, sold over 120 million albums.

The evening will feature classics from the Dire Straits history and include a Q & A. John will also be joined

on stage with fellow musicians from John’s band who will play music from the whole DS catalogue including, Money for Nothing, Brothers in Arms, Romeo and Juliet and Sultans of Swing.

Maddermarket Theatre. 7.30pm £22

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Parent & Baby Show This year the show will be at the UEA Sportspark and will cover everything an expectant parent all the way through to what five year-olds could want!

This year the show takes on a festival theme with indoor tipis, relaxation and maternity zones, pregnancy, newborn, soft play – you name it! Not forgetting an extensive programme of talks and workshops!

10:30-3pm. UEA Sportspark, £1.50 – £5

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FEB - MAR 2019 Tues 5 – Sat 16 February CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL Gary Barlow and Tim Firth’s award-winning musical Mon 18 February MILKSHAKE LIVE! Join Milkshake! Monkey and friends for their biggest live show ever!

Wed 20 February MIKE AND THE MECHANICS With tracks from their latest albums, plus all the hits

Fri 22 – Sat 23 February RICHARD ALSTON DANCE COMPANY Lyrical choreography performed by one of the world’s best dance ensembles

Wed 20 March BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL An evening of extraordinary short films to ignite your passion for adventure and travel

Mon 25 February – Sat 2 March CLUB TROPICANA The ultimate holiday musical set to the iconic pop anthems of the 80s Mon 4 – Sat 9 March TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD The critically acclaimed adaptation of one of the greatest novels of the twentieth century Mon 11 – Sat 16 March THE HOUSE ON COLD HILL The No. 1 best-selling author brings us the world premiere of his spine-chilling thriller Sun 17 March FLANDERS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Belgium’s leading orchestra performs Rossini, Beethoven, Puccini and Mendelssohn

Thurs 21 March NISH KUMAR A brand new live show from rising star and host of TV’s The Mash Report

Tues 19 March SING-A-LONG-A THE GREATEST SHOWMAN A screening of the movie with live host, lyrics on screen and full audience participation

Mon 25 – Sat 30 March ROUGH CROSSING Opening night draws close but events are unravelling in Tom Stoppard’s hilarious play

TICKETS FROM £10

Box Office: (01603) 63 00 00 www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk Theatre Street, Norwich NR21RL

Calendar Girls

THEATRE Norwich Theatre Royal highlights 5-16 FEBRUARY

Calendar Girls The musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary.

This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five star reviews in London's West End now comes to Norwich Theatre Royal.

Tickets £10-£48.50 25 FEBRUARY-2 MARCH

Club Tropicana

From the producers of the hit UK tour of Hairspray.

Take a trip back to the electric 80s and embark on a summer of love and smash-hit classics!

Welcome to the Club Tropicana Hotel- the 1980s answer to Love

Club Tropicana

Island- where the drinks are free and the whole family is invited to join the ultimate holiday musical, celebrating all that we love about the 80s.

Set to the most iconic pop anthems of the era, performed live on stage, including: Just Can’t Get Enough, Take On Me, The Look Of Love, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Relax and many more!

The star cast is led by Joe McElderry (X Factor winner).

Tickets £8-£42.50 FRIDAY 11-16 MARCH

The House on Cold Hill

No. 1 best-selling author Peter James is back with the world premiere of this spine-chilling thriller.

The House on Cold Hill is a modern-day supernatural thriller that will send shivers down your spine! When the Harcourt family move into the house of their

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dreams, their dream home quickly turns into the stuff of nightmares as they begin to wonder whether they may not be the only residents at Cold Hill…

Stars Joe McFadden.

Tickets £8-£28.50 2-6 APRIL

Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake Matthew Bourne’s legendary Swan Lake returns to Norwich Theatre Royal in April with a fresh look for the 21st century.

Retaining the iconic elements of the original production loved by millions around the world, Matthew Bourne and his associate artists, award-winning designers Lez Brotherston (set and costumes) and Paule Constable (lighting), have created an exciting re-imagining of the classic production.

Tickets £10-£45 For more information go to theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

Maddermarket Theatre 15-23 MARCH NORWICH PLAYERS

Blue Stockings It is 1896 at Girton College, Cambridge, and Principal Welsh is determined to change the history of education.

Girton is the first college in Britain to admit women. They study ferociously and match their male peers grade for grade. The men graduate, however the women leave unqualified and unmarriageable, with nothing but the stigma of being a ‘bluestocking’.

The women of Girton fight for the right to graduate, whatever the cost. Set against the backdrop of women’s suffrage, this comic drama is a moving and eyeopening story of women’s fight for education and self-determination.

Tickets from £10 www.maddermarket.co.uk

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The Jive Aces

ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS Maddermarket Theatre SATURDAY 2 FEBRUARY

The Upbeat Beatles Over two hours of nonstop music – from She Loves You to I Am The Walrus and beyond – this band will have you dancing in the aisles from the very beginning.

Breath-taking harmonies, punchy musicianship and an acute attention to detail make for an uncanny resemblance to the originals – plus a touch of good old scouse humour, of course!

7.30pm £22 FRIDAY 1 MARCH

One Night of Elvis There are Elvis tributes..... and then there’s Lee Memphis King.

Over the last 10 years as Lee has toured his ‘One Night of Elvis’ he has picked up numerous accolades and has headlined and sold

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out some of the most prestigious venues across the UK and beyond. In August 2016 he completed a sell out concert tour of Israel, performing to over 8000 fans. This brand new production is dedicated entirely to the ‘Vegas Years’.

7.30pm. £25 SATURDAY 2 MARCH

The Jive Aces: Big Beat Revue The UK's No.1 and world's busiest swing and jive band, The Jive Aces present their biggest theatre show to date, the Big Beat Revue!

Featuring special guests, vintage pinup dancing, singing and tapping troupe, The Satin Dollz; The low down baritone sax of Lottie B and the smooth accordion of Grazia Bevilacqua, this show features the best in 40s and 50s jive, rhythm and blues and rock 'n' roll.

7.30pm £17.50 www.maddermarket.co.uk

Dietrich: Natural Duty

Norwich Playhouse 3-5 MARCH

Seann Walsh: After This One, I’m Going Home Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and the self-dubbed “Lie-In King”, Seann Walsh is “unquestionably the best observational comic of his generation.

This dishevelled, fiery, animated, fiercely idle, millennial man child is one of best live comedians to have come out of the UK. Returning from his run in America, where he made his USA television debut appearance on Conan, Seann Walsh is back on tour in the UK. 8pm £15 WEDNESDAY 20 MARCH

Rachel Parris: It's Fun To Pretend

Viral sensation Rachel Parris, star of BBC’s The Mash Report, presents a comedy show packed with stand-up, song, sketch, and inevitably

a sideways swipe at society. In this tour show she showcases some of her best bits, from her trademark comic anthems, to her all-too relatable, bittersweet stand-up, alongside brand new material.

8pm £14 FRIDAY 29 MARCH

Jimmy Jewell presents

Dietrich: Natural Duty An intoxicating one-(wo) man show revealing the life of a legend. It is 1942.

On the battlefields of North Africa in a gold sequin gown, Marlene Dietrich takes to the stage to fight the war her way; with an irresistible mix of songs, sequins, sex and sympathy.

This breathtaking mixture of theatre, cabaret and drag comes straight from a London run at Wilton’s Music Hall, and a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival..

8pm £14.50 www.norwichplayhouse.co.uk

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Craig Snape Jeweller and owner of Sonkai

My City Life

When and why did you first decide to become a jeweller/goldsmith?

After leaving school I was fortunate to be accepted onto a four-year jewellery apprenticeship under the tutelage of the highly esteemed South African jeweller called Sid Foreman. Mr Foreman originally took me on as a setter, however I had a natural flair for the metalwork and subsequently graduated after two years as a jewellery mounter – what we more generically refer to as a goldsmith or jeweller; someone who makes the piece before passing it to a setter to finish. At Sonkai I don’t have the luxury of being in a huge workshop with separate teams, so I am now my own mounter, setter, polisher and tea boy too!

What brought you to the UK and ultimately Norwich?

I settled in Norfolk because of several family connections. My

parents had emigrated to South Africa almost 50 years ago when my older siblings were just babies.

How easy/difficult was it to set up your business in the heart of the Lanes?

In 2006 I had the opportunity to take on an existing small silver shop as the owner was retiring.

Sara agreed to help me with the admin side of the business and her mum very kindly offered to be our guarantor for a start-up loan. It was tough to begin with but after four years of hard work we were confident enough to look for larger premises. It took perhaps a year to find our current shop in 2011.

It seems we may have to move again as there are plans to re-develop this site. However, being a small and independent, family business, means we will always look to stay in the lanes area.

What do you love about Norwich?

We have a lot of love and pride for this city. Even more so since taking on the commission to produce new civic chains for the Lord Mayor and Sheriff in 2016. The wealth of history here is astonishing; we thought we knew a lot but researching for the chains was such an eye-opener.

In addition to all the culture and arts here, there is so much beautiful countryside and it’s less than an hour’s drive to the beach. Perfect!

What are Sonkais’ plans for 2019?

We are focusing more and more on trying to fill the store with our own unique, handmade jewellery. The past few years we have been growing our set range items and now we want to make more one-of-a-kind designs that you’ll never find elsewhere. Other than that, the normal bespoke work, repairs, restorations and oh yes – looking for new premises will keep us busy! ■

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Craig Snape was born and grew up near Johannesburg, South Africa, where he trained to become a jeweller.

Craig and his partner Sara Sweet set up Sonkai jewellers together in 2006.

13 years, two children, one shop move and many commissions later – Sonkai is now the most comprehensive jewellery designers in the city.

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