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Welcome to Autumn...

...and the transition from summer to winter.

The nights are getting darker so it’s time to batten down the hatches and cosy up with your copy of Vanilla.

Check out our bumper Autumn Fashion Special. Our experts have been out and about and picked out the very best of Norwich AW18 fashion.

Plus we have some top tips to help you find your own Personal Style.

As usual we have an issue packed full of the very best from your local shops, boutiques, salons, and eateries. So Love Your Locals and remember to mention Vanilla when you go shopping!

Enjoy the read!

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Editorial Laura Hall Advertising Nicola Secker-Bligh Production & Distribution Michelle Nicoll Contributors Sylvaine Poitau, Chrissi Rix, Lucy Ohsten, Steve Hearnden, Jeff Jacobs and David Bawley Thanks to All our readers, supporters and advertisers NUMBER 27 October /November 2018 Vanilla is published February, April, June, August, October and December.

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Norwich City Football Club is a fantastic venue to hold your special day, why not have a look for yourself this Autumn and visit the Wedding Show that’s taking place on Sunday 21st October 2018 between 11am and 3pm.

Take the opportunity to meet a large range of local suppliers who can assist with your Wedding Day. There are prizes to be won on the day, free entry and parking at Carrow Road.

On Sunday 4th November there is the Creative

Wedding Show at Holkham Hall. This show will gather simply stunning suppliers covering all areas any couple could possibly dream of for their big day, all hoping to inspire and delight! Florists, caterers, photographers, cakes, music, props, stationary, makeup artists, props – the list is endless. Expect above and beyond, various DIY masterclasses, tasters and treats, show exclusives and plenty of competitions!

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newsonthestreet 22-25 NOVEMBER FESTIVE FAIR

Don't miss this fabulous Festive Fair at the Forum, featuring East Anglian arts and crafts, seasonal food and drink, live music, a charity book stall and tombola in aid of Keeping Abreast and much more. Last year’s event attracted over 18,000 visitors and this year’s Festive Fair looks set to be bigger and better still!

22-25 November at Millennium Plain, Norwich 11am-7pm Thursday; 10am-6pm Friday and Saturday; 10am-4pm Sunday. All welcome, entry free For more info: www.theforumnorwich.co.uk

TUNNEL OF LIGHT RETURNS!

Thursday 15th November will see the city sparkle like never before as the Christmas lights are officially turned on and the visually stunning Tunnel of Light returns to the city centre to delight everyone. With 50,000 sequenced lights that reflect the patterns and colours of the Northern Lights, the 45 metre long tunnel, situated on Hay Hill opposite The Forum will be the perfect back drop for a seasonal selfie.

For more information about Christmas events go to www.visitnorwich.co.uk

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FASHION NEWS 3 & 4 OCTOBER

BREAST RECONSTRUCTION PATIENTS TO TAKE TO THE CATWALK Local charity Keeping Abreast who support women considering and going through breast reconstruction due to breast cancer, are pleased to announce that the More Than Just Fashion Shows will return to Norwich in October 2018.

The two-day fashion spectacular will be held at OPEN on Bank Plain, Norwich on Wednesday 3rd & Thursday 4th October, and are pleased to announce that tickets are now available.

This unique event features 24 local women who have all been through breast reconstruction or preventive breast surgery due to discovery of breast cancer or a faulty BRCA gene, and many of them have been treated by the dedicated staff at the NNUH. Tracey Allan part of the

team organising this year’s shows added “The shows are always an amazing thing to be part of, and the women who model for us are just inspirational.

Many of the ladies in the show have never taken part before and have recently had their breast reconstruction operation so it is going to be an emotional ride for them but one we hope they will thoroughly enjoy”.

The shows will once again be a mixture of fashion, dancing and entertainment and this year will feature sets from Vanilla, Scarlet, Pollard & Read, Rock Collection, Jarrolds, Philip Browne Menswear and Jarrold Intersport.

Standard tickets are £14.50 and include a welcome drink, they are available via opennorwich.org.uk

FASHION FENG SHUI ● Jo Allen, colour

and style consultant, specialises in helping women develop their own personal style from the ‘inside out’ and enjoys tailoring her consultations to each client’s individual needs.

In addition to using traditional tools such as colour analysis and body shape/scale/ proportions assessment, which involve making recommendations for dressing the ‘external you’, she has recently added Fashion Feng Shui® to the services she offers, and is the only registered practitioner of this approach to styling in Norfolk.

Jo says, “What I love about Fashion Feng Shui is that it’s a very effective way of helping women to discover and understand their style ‘essence’ – what actually matters most to them about what they wear and how they present themselves to the world. I show clients how to mix together a personalised selection of colours, styles, fabrics, patterns, accessories, etc, in a way that works for them as individuals… because, actually, one size does not fit all.”

Jo is also currently a director of the Federation of Image Consultants International (FIPI).

Contact Jo on 01953 456645 or via www.joallenimage.co.uk

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S WE SASHAY into autumn, it’s time to give a warm embrace to a whole new season of exciting fashion. With rich, sumptuous colour palettes, prints and textures now hitting the high street, there’s so much to look forward to.

The stores within Norwich’s favourite shopping centre, intu Chapelfield, are packed with the perfect pieces to help you transition into the next season and beyond.

Sheridan Smith, the centre’s marketing manager says; “For me, autumn fashion is all about layering up and adding a few key pieces to my wardrobe. To see me through the season in style, I always try to shop smart at the start of autumn, investing in staples like a new winter coat, ankle boots and knits in the latest shades. And I can never resist a few on-trend items too, with some fun accessories to lift my look.

Autumn demands practicality, but I always search-out pieces that make me smile and feel stylish too.”

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Feel the chill? Then you’ll be pleased to hear that layering coats is a big thing this season. To successfully pull-off this tricky but cosy, on-trend look, opt for coats and jackets in contrasting lengths, textures and colours.

Why opt for one new coat, when you have the excuse to buy two!?

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The high street is awash with the sweetest of sweet shades this autumn – caramel. Your wardrobe’s new neutral is a real seventies throwback.

Think butterscotch, caramel, biscuit, toffee or any variation on camel and you’re good to go.

Earrings £15 Accessorize

Boots £65 River Island

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ANIMAL INSTINCT

It’s all about a fearsome look this season, with animal print absolutely everywhere. If you love it, then you can really go for it, wearing leopard head to toe.

For something a bit different, pick a classic animal print in a bright colour. Or for a subtle nod to your wild side, opt for an animal-print bag, belt or scarf.

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“The High Street is awash with the sweetest of sweet shades this Autumn”

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A chequered blazer or classic trouser suit is a great buy, and can take you from office to off-duty by pairing the blazer with jeans for a weekend look.

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by Jarrold personal

The winter coat

A style staple that can pull your look together in an instant (and also keep you warm). Whistles Penelope Belted Check Coat £285

stylist Florrie Dunn

Autumn 2018 is all about Timeless Style – those stylish staples you have in your wardrobe that will go with anything, for any occasion and will take you from season to season. It’s not about throw-away fashion, it’s about investment pieces. It’s about looking stylish while doing your bit for sustainability by buying well and wearing more. So how do you create a timeless wardrobe? Here are 10 key items you need:

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A pair of classic Chelsea boots will be your go-to footwear for autumn and winter. Carvela Spire boots £169

The bag

Opt for a classic tote, over the shoulder or backpack in a neutral colour and your bag will be with you from season to season. Whistles Mini Verity Backpack £180

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The white shirt

A fashion item that will serve you well all year round, the white shirt is the ultimate investment piece. Esprit Basic Stretch Cotton Shirt £29

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These will take you from the office to an evening out – just change your top and accessories.

Luisa Cerano Classic Black Trouser £229.

See p97 for stockist’s details

The ankle boots

The jeans

A good fitting pair of jeans will not only make you feel like a million dollars they can be dressed up and down. Gerry Weber Best For Me Slim Fit Regular jeans £99

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The statement jumper

Throw on with jeans, skirts, dresses and trousers when there is a chill in the air. Mint Velvet Grey and Blue Star Batwing Knit £79

The trainers

Fashion trainers have become a classic item for your wardrobe.

Perfect for the weekend and for the office if you work in a creative environment.

Carvela Lamar trainers £139

The patterned blouse

A feminine patterned blouse is a great going out top when worn with jeans and great for work under a suit. Whistles Animal Print Pyjama Shirt £99

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The shirt dress

If you only have one dress in your wardrobe make it a shirt dress. Versatile and flattering on almost everyone.

Oui Leopard Print Dress £189

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STYLE SECRETS!

“You’ve either got or you haven’t got style...” is how the song goes, but we think style can be taught and there are great people out there to teach you, if you find it doesn’t come naturally. To start you off, here’s some top styling tips from Norwich’s very own Style Queen, Chrissi Rix.

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Always remember that it is SHAPE NOT SIZE that matters!

Take time to discover your shape and how to best dress it. Learn to balance your proportions, disguise your least favourite features and harmonise with your silhouette and you will always look fab!

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DISCOVER YOUR BEST COLOURS.The wrong colours

can make you look tired, ill, older and sallow. Wearing the right colours will ensure you look your most stunning, glowing and gorgeous! It’s the most important feature to looking and feeling great.

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Accessories finish an outfit and pull the whole look together, so don’t underestimate their use. A simple scarf, necklace, belt or bag can really finish off a look whilst also helping with the art of illusion!

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An outfit will not look complete without the correct shoe, boot, sandal, heel or otherwise!

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and assess your whole look from top to toe. It’s important to see your whole look together to ensure garments and accessories all work together.

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DON’T BE A SLAVE TO FASHION.

Fashion is transient whilst Style is eternal.

Discover your style rules and stick to them. Dressing for the season will then be effortless, just pick the best bits for you!

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One of our favourite ranges is from Oliver Goldsmith, who are probably the oldest and most well-known of the British fashion frame companies. Worn by the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Princess Grace of Monaco, Peter Sellers and Michael Caine. Now available in their Original and Genuine collections – classic styles in modern materials, the

perfect classy match.

When we started stocking the brighter Retro metals which were originally designed for the guys, we were amazed at how good they look on the gals... aviators in particular.

Upswepts however, work just for the ladies, some sweeping and really catseye-like, others more gentle and subtle.

One really big difference between the earlier years and today is modern lens materials and designs.

Sadly in days gone by, if you had a higher prescription bigger specs were a no- go area. Today with advanced materials and lens designs a whole new world is available for those with higher prescriptions. We’ve said in previous articles that we love people popping into play with the different styles and we are just as happy telling them about new lens designs. Great eyewear is our passion, please do come and share it with us!

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From Leopard to Tiger and everything in between – animal prints are everywhere this season. Wardrobes Dorothy Perkins are having a WILD moment, so embrace it!

As Autumn/Winter 2018 styles hit the shelves, there is no escaping the multitude of print inspired patterns. From Leopard to Zebra to Snake print, it’s a trend that rears its head every couple of seasons. From bold colours to understated print, there are plenty of ways to nail this trend and make it work for you. Pick pieces that are suitable for layering and rejuvenate with fresh styling when the temperature drops.

LOOK OUT FOR: ● Bold red leopard print to bright yellow cheetah ● Monochrome zebra prints ● Leopard print blouses and trench coats ● Black & white prints with simple accessories ● Pair sequins with animal print for a stylish twist for the evening.

Push the boundaries and indulge in a winter boot purchase with subtle animal print footwear that will go with everything!

Be it a nod to the trend with a handbag or headband, a feline-themed shirt dress or all-in commitment with bold, clashing prints, there’s a way for everyone to weave this stylish trend into their wardrobe for this season. ENJOY! x

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OBERT OLIVER Menswear, on Sprowston Road, is a world away from dull and generic high street shops where quality is hard to find. Here, the very best quality, originality and personal service go hand in hand, with something for the man who wants to stand out from the crowd.

Owner Robert Oliver, originally from London, took over the shop in 2010 and has taken it from an “old man’s” shop to a stylish store that caters for discerning men of all ages. “When I opened the shop

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my aim was to educate Norfolk men about how to use colour, and not be afraid to be bold and bright,” says Robert.

“Farmers and those who live in the country have always had a tradition of wearing bright tweeds and trousers, but I wanted to take this a step further and offer something that would appeal to every man.”

Robert Oliver offers a huge range of casual clothing and country wear, such as shirts, trousers, sweaters, shoes, ties and

accessories, plus a selection of suits, in a fabulous choice of styles and colours, all personally selected

by Robert. “I insist on quality and source only the best. Shirts and trousers are German, because they are far superior, and material for made-to-measure and bespoke tailored suits are English where possible, from the textile mills of Huddersfield.”

“The fact is, men don’t really like to shop, they are lazy, impatient and leave those decisions to the last minute, so we are here to make their fashion and style choices as easy and relaxing as possible. Personal service and superb quality is what makes us stand out from other retailers, and our stock is designed to be quirky, original and interesting – with loads of colour, of course. I currently have some wonderful flowered shirts, and some with owls and cars on. You won’t find these anywhere else in Norwich.”

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obert offers suits as either off the peg, madeto-measure or bespoke.

“We are extremely proud to have our own workroom to ensure the highest quality fit and finish.

I work very closely with a bespoke tailoress, Norma Cheney, who has over 50 years’ experience in handmade clothing.

“We also do repairs and alterations, so customers can get the maximum lifespan from their clothes. We recently altered a suit for a gentleman that was made 100 years ago, so that shows how a good suit can stand the test of time.” ■

Robert Oliver Menswear, 238 Sprowston Road, Norwich t: 01603 661220

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ITH TWO shops in Holt, one in Norwich and a fourth in Woodbridge, owner of The Tannery, Lindsay Furniss, knows a thing or two about fine leather goods and what her customers want.

“The range of goods we stock is primarily our own brand, and this includes hand-stitched gloves, handbags, briefcases, luggage, belts, shoes, purses, wallets, plus gifts and accessories such as key rings, jewellery boxes and cosmetics cases.

“We carefully control the quality of The Tannery own brand range, and our goods are made by small, family-run artisan workshops in Italy, Spain and France. We work very closely with them, and they share our ideals of quality, always, and help us to create designs that appeal to the widest number of customers.

“Unlike many retailers we talk to our customers and ask them what they want – for example the style, colour and type of leather handbag. Or if they want their gloves lined with silk, cashmere or rabbit fur.

"We focus on ergonomics, too, such as how a bag feels, how it will be worn, if it’s comfortable.

This means we have total flexibility to make a wide range of designs using the widest choice of leathers and colours. It’s a very personal touch and what makes us unique.”

Lindsay regularly visits the

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£159 Elena tote £125 Cosima handbag £69 Long zip purse

£95 Manicure set £139 Chiara handbag

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European workshops to create the range for The Tannery stores.

“The workshops already have a selection of templates and leather samples to choose from, so we are always on-trend.

“I select different leathers, linings, designs, detailing such as studs, length of strap for a handbag, or where the vent will go on a glove. Armed with the knowledge I have about what customers want I can build a range that I know will be popular.”

Economics also plays a role in what The Tannery produces. “I buy very carefully these days. In an economic downturn, people

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tend to buy items that will last longer and go with everything, such as a plain brown or black handbag. But there are still many people who want a stand-out item, or pair of gloves, so it’s a real challenge to strike a balance.

“But we continue to offer something very different, because we cater for people who are not driven by ‘brand’, but who want something unique, of superb quality, that will last for years.” ■ The Tannery 12-14 Exchange Street, Norwich T: 01603 661600 www.tannery.co.uk Vanilla October/November 2018

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Knit Rowan

● Rowan, the iconic yarn and pattern producer is celebrating its ruby anniversary this Autumn. The Rowan story started with one Lightweight DK in the late seventies, and has expanded its catalogue to include an expansive range of weights and fibres with an impressive archive of patterns to match.

To mark Rowan’s milestone, designers past and present have come together to launch a ruby-inspired Rowan using many of their favourite yarns.

Plaid dress £50

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Cardi £40 Bag £40 Skirt with braces £48

For yarns and patterns, visit Norfolk Yarns.

Pencil skirt £40

Bag £40

Coconut’s new sister ● Coming this Autumn to the market town of Attleborough, is Peaches, a sister boutique to Coconut in Castle Meadow, Norwich and Charliemma in Dereham.

They all offer great clothes at great value for money, you’ll be sure to find something here you’ll just love!

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● Need a little bit of help and advice to achieve your perfect ‘True Vintage’ look? Autumn has definitely landed at Lady B Loves and they’re dripping in teals and mustards (colours for Autumn) and plaids have never been in more demand. They’ve got stunning swing dresses, high waisted pencil skirts and trousers with adorable blouses too, teamed with gorgeous cardis and vintage style accessories!

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LOVE THE LABEL Whistles at Jarrold ● British brand Whistles is coming to Jarrold this Autumn. The brand has long since been a favourite of fashion editors, renowned for an emphasis on quality and longevity. Designed and based in London, they create timeless pieces with an intelligent sense of design. Whistles’ AW18 collection features strokable velvets, exquisite devorés and printed velours across suiting and wrap jackets, as well as the softest knits.

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Vanni eyewear

● Vanni Eyewear is at the cutting edge of creative eyewear.

A very original and ‘arty’ brand, as well as designing and making frames, the Turin-based company also manufactures the distinctive acetate too. A pair of Vanni glasses takes nine months to produce – the preliminary stages take six months, working on the design and testing construction methods, and it takes another three months to complete the production process. This latest collection has been the winner of many awards across the globe.

Available exclusively in Norwich at Cecil Amey

Vanni frames start from £181 Cecil Amey

● Since 1932, Danish label Micha has been designing and producing quality clothes for the fashion conscious.

Originally they produced knitwear only, but these days they offer a full range of jeans, shirts, blouses, dresses, t-shirts, knitwear and more. Another Scandinavian style influencer, Micha produce clothes that meet the needs for dressing for work, at home and for the evening.

Available at Isobel’s Fashions

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Norfolk Yarn Vintage inspired fashion boutique

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“The Other Curator is all about making brave choices, creating what is right for you, and making your own proud statement about who you are”

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HE OTHER Curator is one of the most original stalls on Norwich Market; its colourful Bohemian chic and quirky style has been wowing customers since July last year when it set up shop there.

Like her stall, and the intriguing items she sells, owner and artist Caryn Louis is a one-off, and she brings her own unique sense of style and creativity to complement the bustle of the market.

“This is the perfect spot for The Other Curator, because the market is very much the beating heart of Norwich, and people who visit and shop here are original in their own right and march to the beat of their own drum,” says Caryn. “I totally understand this, because I am the same, so I feel completely at home on the market and part of a very special family.”

So who are Caryn’s customers and what are they like? “My customers come from all walks of

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life, and are of all ages, but what they all have in common is they want something out of the ordinary that they won’t find anywhere else – originality is the key.

“For example we sell the biggest range of gorgeous and colourful Frida Kahlo cushions and accessories in Norwich, and these are very popular with people of all ages. Frida Kahlo is an icon of ours and many other people because of her individuality and strength. She created her own style in the face of terrible problems with her health, her body and her relationships.

“Vintage is huge with people of all ages, and we get a lot of customers wanting affordable vintage-style outfits for day wear or the ever increasing and popular 40’s and 50’s dance nights.

“We offer a very personal service to help people find just what will suit their own style. It’s about trust and building relationships with customers. Many have become

regular visitors, some happy in their own skin and some not so much. It’s particularly rewarding when we can work together to find something that will give them the confidence they have never had before.

"The smile when a customer comes out of the changing room says it all. We are always honest and would never try to sell someone something that didn’t fit properly or make them look fabulous. Sometimes we even get kisses as a parting thank you! You don’t get that in high street shops, or online, and that’s what makes our approach so special.

“The Other Curator is all about making brave choices, creating what is right for you, and making your own proud statement about who you are.” ■

Find The Other Curator at Norwich Market, Stall 138 & 139, Monday to Saturday.

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Professional garment alterations & repairs to ladies and gentlemen for over 25 years.

Curtain, Roman blind & soft furnishing design and adjustment service.

The Dixon Centre, 159 Reepham Road Norwich, Norfolk NR6 5PA

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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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31 OCT - 3 NOV OLIVER! Nothing works on the stage like a well-crafted tale, and OLIVER! is just such a show. Based on the novel by Charles Dickens it is probably the most popular musical ever written.

It’s a show packed with humour, pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with such outstanding musical classics as Food Glorious Food, Where is Love?, Consider Yourself and Reviewing the Situation.

Dickens’ characters are brought to life in this sparkling new production by the award winning Norfolk TMT. Tickets from £14 Maddermarket Theatre

26 OCTOBER DINING IN THE DARK originated from Zurich, with the opening of the first ‘dark’ restaurant by Jorge Spielmann, who was blind. The main idea behind the concept, is darkness heightens our other senses, which in turn help to enhance our gastronomic pleasure. The in-house catering team invite you to join them for a sensory and culinary event which provides a rare and unique dining experience that will take you on a journey of taste to test your senses. Experience five courses of Norfolk provenance with worldwide flavours!

7pm. £25 per person at Open, Norwich.

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24 NOVEMBER HUEY MORGAN'S NYC BLOCK PARTY The musical equivalent of the cosmic Big Bang, disco, hip hop and funk collided in an almighty collision in late 70s New York. It was a truly magical moment, and one that Huey captures perfectly with his funkloving NYC Block Party!

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24 OCTOBER FUNNY GIRL THE MUSICAL Following its recordbreaking sell-out run in London’s West End and national tour, the critically acclaimed Funny Girl is coming to Cinema City. Featuring “an unforgettable star turn” (The Times) from Sheridan Smith.

8pm Cinema City

8 NOVEMBER CARAVAN: 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR Formed in Canterbury UK in 1968, they rose to success in the 1970s as a part of the Canterbury scene, blending psychedelic rock and jazz to create a distinctive sound like their contemporaries Soft Machine.

Norwich Arts Centre

15 OCTOBER PAPIER-MACHE WORKSHOP A brand new creative workshop in the Birdcage's ballroom, specifically focusing on all things papier-mache! All the materials you’ll need will be provided, so grab yourselves a drink, get comfy and put those arty fingers to work!

6 –10pm The Birdcage £4.

For the most up-to-date information check online at www.norwichlanes.co.uk

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SHOPPING ANNAMARIE CAMMILLI This Italian designer collection is instantly recognisable for its unique form, shape and colouring.

Cammilli is the only company worldwide working in six different shades of gold (white ice, yellow bamboo, apricot, beige and black).

Available exclusively at Aurum.

White, natural gold and black rhodium pendant £5850

Marco Bicego London Blue Topaz 18ct yellow gold necklace £2100 Ring £466 Studs £528 Drop earrings

Sif Jakobs Valiano Due necklace £129 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

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18ct white gold and diamond Luxor ring £2295

Andrew Geoghegan platinum Gabriel engagement ring £2995 Aurum

18ct apricot gold and diamond Dune ring

Made of 18ct gold plated Sterling Silver and facet cut multicoloured zirconia

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9ct gold and diamond multi strand hoops £840 Sonkai

18ct white gold and diamond hoop earrings £1795

18ct white gold and diamond Dune earrings

Sif Jakobs Valiano Due Piccolo earrings £149 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

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18ct apricot gold and diamond hoop earrings £2410

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Sonkai Sif Jakobs Valiano signet ring £169 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

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Swarovski crystal and solid silver bracelet £12 Stand For Diifference at The Jade Tree

Hot Diamonds Together pendant £80 Bradley Hatch Jewellers

Reed branch earrings 9ct gold with diamond and green beryl £365 Sonkai

Rose gold diamond and amethyst double loop pendant £550 Sonkai

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HIDDEN GEMS Swarovski crystal and solid silver Catch a Shooting Star necklace from £18 Earrings from £22 Stand For Diifference at The Jade Tree

Trollbeads Silver Bracelet.

Bracelet alone £90 Bracelet including glass and silver beads £320

Reed sterling silver small hoops £100 Sonkai

9ct rose gold diamond and tourmaline cluster ring £535 Sonkai

Trollbeads Silver Twist Bangle. Bangle alone £95 Bangle including glass and silver beads £338 Trollbeads 9ct yellow gold sapphire and tourmaline cluster ring £535 Sonkai

Art Deco style diamond earrings £4350

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love vintage Tourmaline and diamond ring £4650 Albrow & Sons

Sapphire, diamond and 18ct gold Art Deco style ring £1485 Albrow & Sons

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Why investing in antique designs is on the rise

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ntique and vintage jewellery has never been more popular and there are many reasons for this, but one of the biggest advantages of buying older jewellery is that you can all but guarantee that nobody else will have exactly the same piece as you.

If you love the look, romance and history of older pieces, there are many compelling reasons to want to own a piece of antique or vintage jewellery. It is often better value, better quality, a unique, romantic, stylish investment and makes for a perfect future family heirloom.

Antique jewellery is often the product of remarkably skilled craftsmen, each with individual, intricate designs that represent the style of the era. When you buy an antique piece of jewellery, you are October/November 2018 Vanilla

essentially owning a piece of history, connecting yourself to a historical period of your choosing, whether that be a Victorian treasure or striking Art Deco design.

However, it’s not just the aesthetics that are important, there are ethical and moral questions to consider too. The diamond industry, as a whole, is still beset with problems over conflict, smuggling and human rights abuses. Although there have been many attempts to promote ethical diamond sourcing by introducing certification, it has proved to not be completely reliable, meaning you can never truly be sure that the purchase of a new diamond isn’t contributing to unethical procedures elsewhere.

When you buy antique jewellery, you are essentially

recycling existing diamonds, meaning your lifetime investment doesn’t mean a lifetime of poverty and suffering for someone else.

Experts say the ethical benefits of second-hand pieces has definitely contributed to the rise in demand for vintage jewellery – making it an attractive choice, especially for wedding and engagement rings.

Albrow and Sons have always bought and sold antique jewellery and silver and have one of the largest selections in East Anglia. They are experts in gems and at their Norwich shop the choice of jewellery is second to none... a true treasure trove!

Albrow & Sons, 10 All Saints Green, Norwich 01603 622569 www.albrowjewellers.com

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Using your home to generate income MY QUESTION: My husband and I want to help our two grandsons get on the property ladder by supporting them financially with the deposit. We would also like to treat ourselves and go on a cruise now that we are retired. How can we raise money from our assets to do so?

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ANSWER: Equity release is a way of releasing some of the money, or equity, in your home which then allows you access funds for you and your family without the need to sell your property. There are two types of Equity Release which are the Lifetime Mortgage and the Home Reversion. This article will concentrate on Lifetime Mortgages which are the more common type of Equity Release.

Lifetime Mortgages are mortgages which are secured on your property and only repaid on your death or when you move out of the property. There is usually

no monthly mortgage payment during the mortgage term but interest does continue to accrue on top of the loan amount. As the interest is not paid, the amount owed to the lender can increase very quickly.

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REAL LIVES earning sufficient income over the full term of the mortgage and is therefore frequently below the age of 65.

The amount which can be borrowed against the property will depend on a number of factors including your age at the time of taking out the lifetime mortgage.

The younger you are when taking on the lifetime mortgage, the smaller the percentage of the value of the property will be that you can borrow. This is due to the fact that the interest will be accruing for a longer period of time and therefore the equity in the property will be reducing down for longer. The lender will want to ensure that when the mortgage is repaid, there will be enough equity in the property to repay the mortgage.

Different lenders will provide lifetime mortgages with different terms and some will allow people to pay interest during the mortgage which can help to reduce down the amount outstanding at the end. You may also be able to borrow a smaller amount at first with the option to borrow more later on which could also help reduce down any interest payable at the end of the mortgage term.

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HERE are some disadvantages to a lifetime mortgage, which should be carefully considered before going ahead. The first downside is that the cost of repaying the lifetime mortgage can be very high. This is due to the fact that the interest rates are often high and is charged on the total figure of the initial lump sum plus any previous interest as shown in the

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example below. e.g. If borrowing £50,000.00 with an interest rate of 8%, the total owing over the next five years will be as follows:Year Year Year Year Year

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£50,000.00 £54,000.00 £58,320.00 £62,985.60 £68,024.45

There are also often large early repayment charges should you wish to pay off the lifetime mortgage prior to the end of the term.

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NOTHER downside is that it is often difficult to obtain permission from the lender to port the lifetime mortgage to a different property should you decide to move house, perhaps deciding to downsize in later life.

The Lender will only agree to port the lifetime mortgage if there is sufficient equity in the new property, which may not be the case should the new property be smaller and therefore perhaps of

less value.

Most Lenders will have a condition within the mortgage which states that if the property is vacant for a certain period of time, they will require repayment of the mortgage. This can cause difficulties for people who have been taken into hospital for a long period of time or have been moved into a nursing home. As the amount to repay is frequently a large sum of money, this will often mean that the property will have to be sold.

It is also important to be aware that receiving a lump sum payment from a lifetime mortgage can have an effect on any means tested benefits which you receive from the local authority or government.

Before going ahead with a lifetime mortgage, it is important to take advice from an independent financial advisor who will be able to advise you on whether a lifetime mortgage is the best option for you. ■

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Meet the entrepreneur that's taking the city by storm

OTELIER and restaurateur, Dennis Bacon, is one of Norwich’s most successful entrepreneurs, and is responsible for three of the city’s most high profile businesses; boutique hotel 38 St Giles Street, Alchemista Coffee Co, and the Orford Flat Iron restaurant.

Over the past three years Dennis has been very busy improving his properties, and also acquiring more. “We have undertaken extensive refurbishment and expansion of 38 St Giles, and I believe this has created the very best five star boutique accommodation experience in Norwich, and certainly the best breakfast! I have also acquired a luxurious Grade II listed apartment and beautiful early Georgian town house along St Giles Street, right in the centre of the city.”

Dennis’s other businesses are also thriving. Alchemista Coffee on St Gregory’s Alley, which opened in September 2017, has proved to be a tremendous success with both locals and visitors alike. It’s already rated the No. 1 coffee shop and cafe in Norwich by Trip Advisor.

“We are planning a much larger Alchemista with an enhanced food offering for the group’s new hotel site on Surrey Street, next door to the bus and coach station,” says Dennis. “In addition, Alchemista will soon be launched as a

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nationwide franchise, and this is a reflection of the huge interest in both the brand and product.

“The ambition is to create the best artisan, high-quality coffee experience on high streets, where passion and attention to detail is evident, regardless of whether you visit an Alchemista in Norwich, Nottingham or Dundee!”

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RFORD FLAT IRON in Orford Yard has been the most testing of Dennis’s Norwich businesses. “Finding the right Manager/Chef proved a huge challenge, so the business is being relaunched Mid-October

with new proprietors, Jorge and Eleanor Santos. Their wealth of experience in hospitality and passion for creating great food should ensure a superior experience for city foodies.”

Trading under the new name of Jorge’s, Jorge and Eleanor will be retaining some of the great steak options that have proved so popular, but with the addition of new and exciting dishes that take inspiration from Portugal and Southern Europe.

“They will be introducing some fantastic culinary fusion, eclectic tasting plates and a range of high-quality, great value wines,” says Dennis. “The whole team is looking forward to launching the new restaurant, menus and wine list in good time for the start of Norfolk Restaurant Week, which kicks off in November.”

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O A SUCCESSFUL but very busy time ahead for Dennis, but his vision is to focus on quality ahead of scale. “I believe it’s impossible to scale hospitality without compromising quality, unless there is a keen focus on culture. This involves not just the professional competence of staff, but their skills and how they make customers feel. This will be key to the success of all businesses and in delivering a consistently excellent experience.” ■ Vanilla October/November 2018

NORWICH’S FINEST

38 ST GILES Hidden away in St Giles Street is 38 St Giles, a five star boutique bed and breakfast comprising of two suites and six rooms. Homemade cakes are served on arrival with a choice of teas or our specially blended and locally sourced coffee.

We make our own preserves and source all of our ingredients from the best local suppliers. No corners are cut in providing you with a relaxing and memorable stay. We are happy to cater for small wedding parties, birthdays, anniversaries and other group bookings.

ALCHEMISTA COFFEE CO is situated on St Gregory’s Alley in the Norwich Lanes district.

The carefully restored building provides a ‘steam punk’ setting with retro signage and industrial fittings and offers a unique artisan coffee experience – introducing ‘cold drip brew’ with a range of speciality coffees and cocktails, brewed over time to create a memorable boutique coffee experience.

We source the very best coffee from smaller producers across Asia, South Americas and Africa.

Apart from the usual suspects that we all know and enjoy, from a flat white to a macchiato, we have also created a handful of signature speciality coffees and coffee cocktails.

NUMBER 48 An extremely spacious and luxurious 2-bed apartment in the heart of the city which sleeps four people with views over St Giles Street. The property is Grade II listed and boasts a wealth of stunning period features.

We provide a continental breakfast and daily newspaper delivery.

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Norwich’s exciting and brightest attraction will captivate all ages with its 50,000 twinkling LEDs and dancing sequences.

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REAL FASHION LIVES

PET TRIBUTES

Pet tributes can be a comforting way of remembering and celebrating the life of your pet

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HE BOND between animals and humans is amazing. In many households pets play an important role and therefore remembering them in a personal and affectionate way through a celebration is a wonderful way to acknowledge the loyalty and pleasure they have given us.

Unfortunately, the joy of owning a pet goes hand-in-hand with the heartbreak of losing one, whether because of old age, illness, or an accident.

This can be difficult, after all, family pets are the first to greet you in the morning or when you come home. Your pet may be the one your child looks to for comfort and companionship when ill or feeling unpopular or upset.

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While it’s impossible to shelter children from the loss of a pet, you can help them cope with it. And because a pet’s death might be their first time losing a loved one, the grieving process can help children learn how to cope with other losses throughout life.

Pets@Peace work in association with Celebrate in Norfolk and provide pet tributes for all types of pets.

They also recognise the excellent work that animal charities do in the county by supporting two local charities Redwings Horse Sanctuary and PACT; but if you prefer you can nominate the charity of your choice to which they will make a donation at the time of booking.

A Pets@Peace celebrant will

prepare a script and celebration, to help you remember your pet and companion, giving you and your family the opportunity to thank them for being constantly by your side.

This can be as personal and individual to you as you would wish and the ceremony can be at your home or other suitable venue. ■

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Lady Cordelia testdrives...

The cultured, feminine perspective on automobiles of the day

Monte Carlo here we come!

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he ŠKODA Fabia is already established as a great looking, solidly built and reliable car.

The new Monte Carlo version has added some super features giving it a fresh, modern look. The Monte Carlo name relates back to the very long and successful rallying career of ŠKODA, so the look is sporty, enhanced by the black roof and privacy glass. It’s all tied together nicely with the black door mirrors.

The headlamps and low fog lamps to the front integrate into the front streamlined styling and at the rear, the spoiler and the rear diffuser in black completes the look. Combined with the LED lamps, which feature the ŠKODA ‘C’ shape when illuminated, the rear of the car is as distinctive as the front!

Inside the styling continues with nice touches like the multifunction sports steering wheel with red stitching and the super

Monte Carlo seating, comfortable and stylish.

And on the subject of seating, being a ŠKODA, there are always little surprises that show just how much thought the designers have given to day-to-day use, such as the umbrella stowed under the passenger seat!

Now, how many times have I reached my destination as the heavens opened and caught me unprepared? And what’s more, the passenger seat is also provided with height adjustment; not something seen on many vehicles in this class. The same can be said for the provision of cruise control – an asset for longer journeys – cousin Hermione could employ that to make sure she

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Fabia Monte Carlo Fact File Mpg: 60.1mpg (combined) OTR price: from £16,785 Comfort: ★★★ ★ Economy: ★★★★★ Class: ★★★★ Verdict: Hatch with versatility, sass and speed does not collect further points while in the average speed section en-route to the coast!

The thoughtful design continues to storage too, and there’s loads of it, even a concealed compartment in the top of the armrest and under the boot floor. Rear seat passengers have a dedicated USB port in the centre between the front seats so no reason for devices to run short of battery.

The driver controls are straightforward and intuitive to use and standard equipment includes rear-parking sensors.

There is a raft of safety features – too many to mention here. It adds up to a car that combines a spirited driving style and is really versatile and easy to live with. It’s very economical too with a stated combined figure of over 60mpg! ■ robinsonsmotorgroup.co.uk/skoda

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by masseur and personal trainer, Tracey Meades After many years of working within an office environment, local woman, Tracey Meades, decided on a complete career change. Having experienced the benefits of Personal Training to help manage her own back condition, she decided to study to become a Personal Trainer herself with the ambition of helping people in a similar position.

While working with clients who had a range of conditions and injuries, she decided to focus on injury rehabilitation and in December 2016 she went on to qualify qualified as a Sports Massage Therapist. Here’s her story...

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y story begins when I was 12 years old. I can vividly remember where I was and what I was doing when the first pain shot through my lower back. I was scared and confused because

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I had no idea what was happening.

Little did I know what was to come.

I spent the next few years being seen by doctors, physiotherapists and having x-rays but no one could tell me what was wrong. I struggled through school, then through work, miserable and in constant pain. The lowest point came when I turned to take a towel off the bathroom radiator and was unable to walk for several weeks – I had to be carried everywhere – and then ended up on double walking sticks when I was eventually able to stand up again. I didn’t know what to do.

All I wanted was an explanation but no one seemed to be able to give it to me until eventually I met a lovely Chiropractor called Roger who wrote a letter to my Doctor insisting that I be given an MRI scan immediately. And I couldn’t be more grateful because I finally got my diagnosis. I have a progressive, degenerative spinal condition that I

was born with.

The prognosis I was given was not overly positive and I had two choices – to curl up under the duvet and let the world pass me by or get out there and live. I chose the latter and decided that I wanted to be in a position to help others, the same way I was helped, which is why I trained to become a Personal Trainer and now also a Sports Massage Therapist.

The pain has never left me since that first day but I am determined that it will not stop me from doing anything, or helping other people.

And it never has. ■ Tracey Meades Physical Therapy, Sports, Indian head and Deep Tissue massage.

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Psychotherapy: Can it solve the problem?

Therapist Shane Lutkin reflects on past cases

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s a busy psychotherapist, I’ve listened to hundreds of client issues over 1000’s of hours. Not one of these people has been the same and all of their stories have been unique. The way we work through each client’s concerns is also specific to each individual’s situation. Despite this, looking back on my years as a therapist, I do see a pattern emerging.

Upon beginning their sessions with us, clients often display a ‘stuckness’ and rigidity that cripples them. During their time at therapy, many clients undergo real, life changing experiences.

Recently, I reflected on some of the more striking cases.

There was the insensitive workaholic who was so emotionally stuck he couldn’t love his children: “My family has really seen the change for the better. My profession is high pressure, and at work I’m more considered, considerate and constructive.

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Crucially, I have genuinely got in touch with my true feelings, learned to empathise and now I am very close to my children.”

I’ve seen many students, but one client, I remember clearly: “I was really quite disorientated… very insecure, dejected and feeling pretty hopeless. I had just completely messed up my A levels.

I was initially doubtful if Shane could help me, but slowly we worked through my issues.

Originally I talked about going into the army to get a trade…

I craved stability... security.

I was lost. I can remember being encouraged to think creatively and discover what I truly wanted. Eventually, I realised I was underselling myself.

I started to believe in myself and was inspired to resurrect my education. I am now at Cambridge University. I don’t think I’d have applied if it had not been for Shane.”

Many years ago I met a

woman who was incredibly sad: “As a child I was treated severely by most people, including my own family. I was bullied at school and then at work and controlled by abusive partners.

My self-esteem was incredibly low and I felt truly worthless and hopeless.

I felt I didn’t deserve anything better.

I just couldn’t cope with my life. The therapy took a while, but now I have faith in myself. In the past I’ve gone from one boring job to another.

Now I have got a career that I enjoy, which has prospects and makes me feel like I’m making a difference. I’m kind to myself, I’ve got nice friends and I give myself time to do things that I really want to do.”

Indeed, my story is similar in some respects to all of those above. I thought that I was what I was and nobody could change me. I have moved on, radically.

What I do believe, and what I have repeatedly witnessed, is that no matter what walk of life we are from, with the right help, support and desire to change, it is possible to ease our issues and in most cases, overcome them. ■ Shane Lutkin is Lead Therapist at psychotherapy organisation, Emotionalskills. If you’re struggling with emotional issues, email info@emotionalskills.uk or visit www.emotionalskills.uk

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open mon-fri 10-5, sat 9.30-5.30 & sundays 11-4 For more details please contact Graham Muff on: november December 20 lower goat lane, innorwich nr2 1el.& 01603 663299 01603 712470 OR 07917 414139 20 lower goat lane,info@thegigglygoat.co.uk norwich nr2 1el. 01603t:663299 www.thegigglygoat.co.uk e: segmentelectrical@outlook.com BLOFIELD HEATH, NORWICH • WWW.SEGMENTELECTRICAL.COM www.thegigglygoat.co.uk info@thegigglygoat.co.uk follow us on instagram & facebook! follow us on instagram & facebook!

The Kitchenary NORFOLK’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT COOKSHOP

Cookware & Bakeware Tools • Gadgets • Cake Decorations Home-brew equipment Cake tin hire If you love cooking (or know someone who does) come along and see what we have for you!

Taverham Craft Centre (behind Taverham Garden Centre) Fir Covert Road, Taverham Norwich NR8 6HT

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Mon-Fri: 9.30am-5pm Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 10.30am-4.30pm

HOMES Papercut lanterns £15/£20 The Giggly Goat

Agapanthus in ceramic pot £150 Berrys & Grey

Frida Kahlo cushions £25/£15

The Other Curator

Lit metal wall clock £159

Chrome push button phone £64.99 Berrys & Grey

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Faces jar £49.99

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homestuff stuff Amelia Bowman poster print £20 The Giggly Goat

Pheasant bottle stopper £14.95

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Amelia Bowman prints from £55 The Giggly Goat

Lottie Day Lobster napkins set £35 The Giggly Goat

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HOMES ART FOR NORFOLK

The colour and joy of summer is captured in these charming mesmerising artworks

by Norfolk artist Samuel Thomas. They make perfect gift ideas with prints starting at £95. You can see some of Samuel’s limited edition prints at The Giggly Goat gift shop on Lower Goat Lane, Norwich. Alternatively you can browse and purchase the full extensive range on his online shop where you will see Norfolk-inspired countryside and coastal artwork with a unique pop-art flavour.

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For that individual touch, we leave the high street stores behind and go in search of something unique...

Cashmere kingsize bedspread, handwoven in the 400 year old ‘Kani’ style £495

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LAKING ART INTERIORS

Owner, Chris Graham, clearly has a passion for interiors here at Laking Art, in the historic Georgian town of Holt.

The shop has an eclectic mix of objects – some old, some not so.

Chris enjoys putting a look together and in principal sees himself as a “dresser” of things both precious, beautiful, and in some instances the ordinary that he likes to display “in a manner

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that enables the object to shine a little brighter.”

The shop is stocked with furniture, both modern and antique, lighting, artworks, soft furnishings, mirrors, or simply anything that stirs Chris’s interest. Sourced on his travels as well as auctions and fayres, he also has some brilliant contacts for ex-display furniture from leading brands.

This lovely little new showroom and online shop is a rare selection of beautifully crafted goods – affordable gifts, delicate heirloom pieces and antique textiles. All of the products are handmade and they are ‘One-of-a-kind’, Fair Trade and/or upcycled – designed and created to support education and employment for marginalised people (everywhere!).

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Exquisite antique Zardozi embroidery, hand sewn with heavy metal thread (2.5m x 1m) £695

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The Annex Established in 1997, The Annex is a small, faithful kitchen shop based in Norwich. l All our bespoke kitchens and furniture

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HOMES Zoffany Conway wallpaper Poison Baker Rhodes

Leopard canvas £25 Jaguar table lamp £59 Dunelm

GET THE LOOK COLOUR: Choose teal, Delilah Sputnik pendant light £450 Moritz velvet chairs £299 Farrugia table £699 John Lewis

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emerald, Prussian blue, warm ochre and soft pink.

PATTERN: Bold Deco and animal prints are in abundance. Be brave!

TEXTURE: Metals and

mirrors will complement your sumptuous velvety fabrics and create bold silhouettes.

Cushions from £26 throw £100 double duvet set £52 Debenhams

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Double cross stem lamp with shade £169 Berrys & Grey

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Unique antique furniture

Norfolk’s largest monthly antique fair

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

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THE GOLDEN TOUCH

The season’s hot colour is ochre Walls in Light Gold by Little Greene available at Paint & Paper

Welcoming and vibrant, this colour is a pleasure to use in the home. Whether you go full on with floors and walls or just use it as an accent here and there, it's hard to go wrong. Allow your colour to sing out by combining with cool steel blues and greys.

Cushions & throw at John Lewis

Belgrave large sofa £1899 John Lewis

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Chunky knit pouffe £75 John Lewis

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BY PAINT & WALLPAPER EXPERTS PAINT & PAPER IN NORWICH

Forever Green!

Jewel Beetle

The renowned Little Greene paint company, has launched 20 new paint colours inspired by our most-loved National Trust properties. They have researched the National Trust’s most cherished houses and gardens throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland to find original colours, and to tell the stories of the people who first enjoyed them.

Beatrix Potter’s farmhouse, George Bernard Shaw’s writing hut, Winston Churchill’s croquet pavilion and Lady Macbeth’s dress are among the inspirations behind Little Greene’s timelessly elegant new paint range.

Little Greene has identified a selection of 31 beautiful greens, each with a noteworthy origin, and each with an important place Puck in contemporary interior design. Within the selection are 20 National Trust-derived shades, as well as several important greens from Little Greene’s archives and the current colourcard.

The collection is loosely arranged to represent each of the key green families: grey greens, neutral greens, yellow greens, blue greens and turquoise greens.

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A contribution from the sale of every can of Little Greene paint will be made in support of the National Trust’s conservation work, ensuring the nation’s historic houses, gardens and open spaces can be enjoyed for generations to come.

Little Greene will also support the National Trust’s conservation and restoration programme by donating paints to bring colour and life back to some of the UK’s most loved properties.

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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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KITCHEN GADGETS Brilliant inventions for keen cooks

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Thermocafé food flask £18.99

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Creating a new garden is nowhere near as daunting as you would think and can add a lot of value to your home. Many of us have particular corners of our

gardens that we’re not quite happy with, and unsure how to improve, but might think that seeking the help of a professional designer would be out of reach.

This fabulous reader offer will give you a new design for any border up to 100sqm (approx 25m x 4m), complete with design pack and a plan layout, for only £50.

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HEN you think of Norfolk plants what do you think of... mustard? Certainly.

Turnips? Maybe. But olives?

Never... yet Norfolk husband and wife duo, Paul and Antonia, have built a business specialising in olive trees – from young fruiting trees to ancient gnarled specimens.

The olive tree has for a long time been part of myths and legends and stories date back as far as the goddess Athena who is said to have made a gift of an olive tree to the city of Athens.

The olive tree has also famously been represented in art with perhaps the most famous being Vincent Van Gogh who was so obsessed by their beauty he painted a series of 18 paintings.

Many people think olives are fragile and demanding plants that need permanent sunshine but that is not the case. Olive trees tolerate a wide range of temperatures and

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can withstand frosts down to -15°.

They are also extremely drought tolerant so are the perfect tree for our climate as well as being low maintenance, and as an evergreen tree they provide year round colour and structure to the garden.

The Norfolk Olive Tree Company also has a selection of hardy palm trees and Mediterranean plants chosen by the award-winning couple because they are UK hardy, evergreen and provide architectural interest year round.

Antonia and Paul have also won several RHS awards and offer a garden design and build service, transforming your patch of grass to Mediterranean class.

FIVE REASONS TO PLANT A TREE

1 Trees increase property values.

Increase your kerb appeal! The beauty of a well-planted property and its surrounding street and neighbourhood can raise property values by as much as 15 per cent.

2 Trees clean the air by absorbing

Husband and wife duo, Paul and Antonia Smith, share their passion for the olive tree

odours and pollutant gases (nitrogen oxides, ammonia, sulphur dioxide) and filter particulates out of the air by trapping them on their leaves and bark.

3 Trees block out eyesores such as concrete walls and free you from the gaze of nosy neighbours and unsightly views.

4 They muffle sound from nearby streets and roads, and create an eye-soothing canopy of green.

5 Trees absorb dust and wind and reduce glare.

If you want to invest in something beautiful but want to take it with you at every stage of your life, then the olive tree is perfect. Olive trees have a small root system and can be moved and transplanted with you at every chapter of your life.

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FOOD WINE OFFERS Bored with looking at those supermarket wine shelves and wondering which bottle may taste the best? Time to let the professionals guide you... and it won’t cost an arm and a leg either! Tastebuds Wines at Strumpshaw always have special offers available of their handselected cases of wine. This month: Standard mixed case (£58), superior mixed case (£63) along with red (£69) and white (£66) special cases. They are great value for money and can be delivered direct to your door.

29 OCTOBER-9 NOVEMBER Menus are now available online for Norwich Restaurant Week . If you have yet to become a Restaurant Week convert, the concept is simple: discerning diners get to choose from dozens of fixedprice special lunch or dinner menus in some of the city’s finest restaurants, pubs and cafés. This year, restaurants are offering either 2 courses for £12 and 3 for £17 or 2 courses for £18 and 3 for £23. www.norfolkrestaurantweek.co.uk

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NEW Charcuterie and Afternoon Tea at Veeno Bar design for Bourgee

NEW RESTAURANT QUARTER AT CASTLE MALL

Timberhill Terrace, the much awaited restaurant quarter at Castle Mall shopping centre, is pleased to welcome 2 new names to the food scene in Norwich.

Opening in Autumn 2018, diners can enjoy tasty Italian fare with specially selected wines at Veeno, or opt for luxe dining with an affordable price tag at Bourgee.

Veeno, is an Italian wine café, serving Sicilian wines alongside charcuterie, bruschetta and panini made with traditional focaccia.

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wine bar has great views of the beautiful Norwich Castle.

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

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WINE GIFTS Why not send a wine gift to family, friends or business clients. A two bottle wooden box can be sent at a cost from £34.

The price can vary depending on the wine chosen. A single bottle box would be £25 in total.

Contact Steve Hearnden at Tastebuds Wines to discuss your requirements. You can also visit the warehouse in Strumpshaw and choose the wines you wish to send.

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OCTOBER AT STRATTONS HALLOWEEN THEMED AFTERNOON TEA

Enjoy a scrummy ‘Halloween’ themed afternoon tea. Expect unlimited tea or coffee; a selection of finger sandwiches including local ham and Candi’s chutney; fruit scones and plain scones and a selection of Jules’s delicious cakes including vanilla ‘ghost’ cake pops; coffee and walnut ‘cat’ macaroons and chocolate and orange cupcakes. £16.50pp

NORFOLK RESTAURANT WEEK

2 courses £18 / 3 courses £23 from 29th Oct – 9th Nov (excludes Saturday nights) NOVEMBER AT STRATTONS BEAUTY & THE BEAST THEMED AFTERNOON TEA

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2 courses £18 / 3 courses £23 from 29th Oct – 9th Nov (excludes Saturday nights)

his September, NAMASTE HUT opened its doors to the public at The Enterprise Centre on the University of East Anglia (UEA) campus. Namaste will provide solely vegetarian and vegan fresh global food and drink – a first for UEA. Customers will be able to choose from a range of snacks to grab “on the go” as well as breakfast choices, salad bowls, hot options and specials. A selection of coffees will be available to drink in or to go from local coffee company, Java Bean.

Namaste is a company of authentic Indian, family-run restaurants, offering some of the finest Indian food Norfolk has to offer. Namaste India and Namaste Village are traditional Gujarati Indian restaurants, serving vegetarian and vegan food from different regions of India, which is both healthy and delicious. Their ethos is one of kindness...“good food served with care, where our customers are treated like family”.

DECEMBER AT STRATTONS CHRISTMAS TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA

Available pre-booked daily (excluding Saturdays) £16.50pp FESTIVE SPECIAL SET PRICE MENU

Sunday to Thursday nights 2 courses £20pp or 3 courses £25pp

NEW YEAR’S EVE BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH

Monday 31st December 10am-2pm £26pp SPECIAL NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER

Monday 31st December Booking is essential. Visit their website for more information: www.strattonshotel.com

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OYSTERS Tips on how to cook and serve them!

Oyster season is just around the corner. Remember that Oysters should only be served during months with the letter ‘R’ in them!

Oysters are considered one of the world’s most luxurious foods. They are low in fat, high in protein and are considered a good alternative to meat as they are rich in iron. Oysters are traditionally served with mignonette – a condiment to accompany raw oysters.

Michelin Chef Steve Smith shares his top tips on how to serve oysters. Now, the world really is your oyster…

ADD TEQUILA

Liven up with your oysters with tequila! A tequila lime mignonette can be easily made by mixing together 2 tablespoons of tequila, 2 tablespoons of lime, zest of half a lime, 2 tablespoons of finely chopped shallot, 1 tablespoon of chopped coriander and a pinch of salt. Mix it all together then serve with freshly shucked oysters.

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DEEP FRIED

You do not have to eat oysters raw – fried oysters make a great snack! Cover your oysters in plain flour, beaten egg and bread crumbs then deep fry for 1-2 minutes until they are crispy.

A TOUCH OF FIZZ

and simply serve with lemon juice. If you prefer a saltier flavour rather than sour, place a teaspoon of seaweed butter on top of each oyster and warm for 3-4 minutes.

THE ALTERNATIVE

For a truly indulgent oyster dish sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the oysters. Drizzle with melted butter and season with pepper then grill the oysters for one minute.

Oysters and Champagne are a classic pairing so why not add some fizz to your mignonette?

To create the mignonette, mix together Champagne vinegar, finely chopped shallots, cucumber, salt and pepper then allow to chill in the fridge. Add the Champagne to the mignonette just before serving.

KEEP IT SIMPLE

If you want to keep the flavour minimal, lightly warm the oyster through

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October at Strattons Halloween themed Traditional afternoon tea at £16.50pp, available pre-booked daily Norfolk Restaurant Week 2 courses £18pp or 3 courses £23pp from 29th Oct - 9th Nov (excludes Saturday nights)

November at Strattons Beauty and the Beast themed Traditional afternoon tea at £16.50pp, available pre-booked daily Norfolk Restaurant Week 2 courses £18pp or 3 courses £23pp from 29th Oct - 9th Nov (excludes Saturday nights)

Bam & Arrow at Strattons Lifestyle & Interiors shop selling an eclectic mix of vintage, antique and contemporary Open Thursday to Sunday, located at the entrance to Strattons

strattons hotel with self catering, restaurant, café deli and lifestyle/interiors shop

boutique I luxurious I classic I contemporary heart of norfolk I award winning restaurant afternoon tea I cocoes café deli I self catering 01760 723845 enquiries@strattonshotel.com www.strattonshotel.com swaffham I norfolk I PE37 7NH

December at Strattons Christmas themed Traditional afternoon tea £16.50pp, available pre-booked daily (excluding Saturdays) Extra Special Festive themed Traditional afternoon tea £20.50pp on Saturdays 1st, 8th, 15th & 29th Festive special set price menu Sunday to Thursday nights 2 courses £20pp or 3 courses £25pp New Year’s Eve bottomless brunch Monday 31st 10am - 2pm £26pp Special New Year’s Eve dinner Monday 31st

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THE ENGLISH CHOCOLATE COMPANY

REPORT

Coming soon to the Royal Arcade!

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HIS AUTUMN, an exciting new business will be joining the other high-end companies in the Royal Arcade, bringing something completely new to Norwich. The English Chocolate Company offers a quintessentially English experience of an old-fashioned style tea room, which also sells a fantastic range of exclusive handmade gourmet chocolates, cakes, fudge, ice cream and much more.

Andrew Stott, the company’s Director of National and International Operations, said: “The English Chocolate Company is English to the core, everything we make and sell has been designed and made in England, by us, and we are hugely proud of that fact.

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“We are thrilled to be a resident of the Royal Arcade, it is one of the most prestigious and historic locations in the UK, and we know we will be very happy there. Our aim is to offer Norwich something they have never seen before, celebrating the wonderful English tradition of taking tea with proper china cups and table cloths, but giving it a modern twist for a very forward-thinking city.

“Everything we make is bespoke, exclusive and cannot be found anywhere else. This means the quality of the chocolates, cakes, ice creams, teas, coffees and hot chocolates we offer is second to none. There is also a strong focus on ethics; our packaging, where possible, is biodegradable and ingredients are

all ethically sourced. The whole experience will be wonderfully refreshing for customers after the rather soulless chain coffee shops which are everywhere.”

And bespoke means bespoke!

“If you come to the shop and tell us you would like a particular flavour of chocolate, we will be happy to make it for you. No other chocolate company can do that. We are very proud to have our own English chocolate chef, who designs the flavours, and our fudge is handmade in England, with some incredible flavours such as Jack Daniels and Strawberries and Cream.”

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HIS mouthwatering offering is sure to be a big hit in Norwich; the city does, after all, have its own chocolate making history. Plus of course the wonderful setting of the Royal Arcade will be perfect for this very English business.

“I am proud to be English and we have the most fantastic talent and produce in this country, so we are more than capable of creating delicious, elegant and exclusive products here. The English Chocolate Company is a small chain and we will also be opening shops in Eton, Banbury, Oxford and Salisbury.” ■ LUCY OHSTEN

The English Chocolate Company, 2 Royal Arcade, Norwich T: 01603 765924 For more information visit: www.englishchocolatecompany.co.uk

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RAISE A GLASS TO THE LAST PUB STANDING Fine Internationally Inspired Food

Live Music & Events Traditional Sunday Roasts

Local ales

Call 01603 937013 to book a table or email hello@lastpubstanding.co.uk www.lastpubstanding.co.uk Last Pub Standing, King Street, Norwich

Welcome the New Year in decadent

Expect an evening filled with dance crazes of the 1920s, including the Charleston, Tango and Twinkle. Don’t worry if you aren’t a ballroom expert as we will have SASZA SAVOY and TEQUILA SLAMMER ANNA on hand to show you how it’s done.

Laying down the 1920’s swing will be THREE BITS OF RHYTHM a DJ with a passion for all things swing.

The evening includes a welcome drink, luxurious buffet, entertainment and a glitter bar for all your celebratory needs.

TICKETS: £49.95 per person Stay Over Offer: £199.95 (Inc. bed & breakfast for two with two tickets for our New Year’s Eve event)

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41-45 ST GILES STREET, NORWICH NR2 1JR

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eTIAnL h c it K CONFIDEN JOE LEES THE OLI VE TREE Award-winning The Olive Tree Restaurant would like to introduce their talented Head Chef Joe Lees. Joe has been in the industry for 10 years with knowledge and experience within a four star hotel and AA rosette kitchen.

Joe believes the recipe for success is dedication, enthusiasm and keeping modern food simple, tasty and stylish. Joe’s passion and hard work has got him to the national final of the Chaine Des Rotisseurs Young Chef of the Year two consecutive years running.

Embracing this flair and passion Joe is set to bring some exciting and new things to The Olive Tree’s future.

WHAT INGREDIENT DO YOU THINK WILL BE THE NEXT BIG THING?

Blackcurrants, for many reasons including health and lifestyle perks but also for its strong tart flavour.

WHAT INGREDIENTS DO YOU ALWAYS HAVE IN YOUR STORE CUPBOARD?

Balsamic vinegar, I will always find a use for balsamic vinegar whether it’s to enhance the flavour of steaks and fish, drizzled over strawberries or even in an ice-cream.

WHAT DO YOU EAT AFTER A HARD DAY IN THE KITCHEN?

I like to keep it simple when cooking at home after a long shift. Nothing beats a quick omelette packed with flavour (ham, chorizo, red onion and cheese).

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“The more I’ve cooked the more I’ve found to give food less fuss and let the true flavours shine through”

NORFOLK IS FULL OF GREAT FOOD AND DRINK PRODUCERS. ANY RECENT DISCOVERIES YOU CAN SHARE?

WHAT TYPE OF COOKING DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST?

Living and working on the north Norfolk coast, seafood is defiantly a passion. Freshly local caught bass or some beautiful fresh cromer crabs.

Coming into the colder months, Brancaster mussels will be in full flow. Simply cook in white wine, cream and garlic and enjoy with a slice of crusty bread. ■ The Olive Tree, 1 Bacton Rd, North Walsham NR28 0RA t:01692 404900 www.theolivetreenorfolk.co Vanilla October/November 2018

BESPOKE CATERING. NORFOLK ROOTS. We are Carway-Roe Events, a bespoke catering company from Norfolk. We create bespoke menus using only the finest, local and seasonal ingredients.

Covering the entire region of East Anglia, we cater for all types of event with our range of services – from weddings, dinner parties and our cookery school, to corporate and unique occasions.

Working alongside event director Phoebe Ballantyne- Hall, chef founder Connor Carway- Roe has many years experience in the industry, working and running kitchens in some of the best restaurants in the county.

www.carwayroeevents.co.uk for enquiries: info@carwayroeevents.co.uk

29th October – 9th November 2018

MENUS NOW ONLINE www.norfolkrestaurantweek.co.uk/norwich

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PHOTOGRAPHY: SYLVAINE POITAU

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T TIMES, I am a shockingly boring vegetarian cook.

Full disclosure, the contents of my fridge at the time of writing amount to some spuds, tomatoes, a jar of olives and a rogue bottle of Tabasco sauce.

Plainly, I need to up-skill.

If you’re new to vegetarianism, you’ve one in your family or you’re a long-time veggie like me, cooking can be a chore.

Because honestly, what do you make when your vegan friend looks up from your risotto with that “not again” face?

Chris Avey is the owner of the River Green Café in Trowse. An expert chef and vegetarian of over 30 years, Chris went vegan a year ago and is our tutor for tonight’s class.

We’re going all-out on flavour, something which non-veggies seem to think is sorely lacking in meat-free food. It’s just not true!

I’m here for the Middle East and October/November 2018 Vanilla

African Workshop, just one of a few different classes that are available at River Green.

We'll be learning how to make rich, smokey baba ghanoush, aromatic tagine, fresh minty salads and sweet, nutty baklava.

A welcome glass of wine and our small group of four is soon folding brik pastries. A little like samosa, these beauties are packed with pine nuts, raisins and parsley and seasoned with north African spices.

They take moments to cook and we eat them smothered with a lovely aubergine dip.

Meanwhile, Chris explains the origins of the cuisine and casually demonstrates a groundbreaking way to chop onions and tomatoes. Yes, we’ve been doing it wrong all our lives.

But no, there still isn’t a way to stop the onion eye-sting, our photographer is crying!

The slow-cooked tagine stew that we're shown has

orange juice in it, who knew?

The mysteries of these foods are unravelled as the apricots, harissa and pomegranate syrup all go in to the pot.

You'll get to sample whatever is made at the class, which we gladly do. The finished tagine, a fresh mint salad, stuffed aubergine, they’re all vegan and they taste amazing. You'll leave with a head full of ideas and tips from this course and for everyday use in the kitchen.

Most importantly, you'll take home an instruction pack which means you can finally throw away your well-worn risotto recipe for a much more exciting and impressive vegan feast.

REVIEW: HEIDI SECKER

For more details about workshops at River Green visit www.rivergreencafe.co.uk or call 01603 622448

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The great team at The Fox at Lyng

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REAT TEAM WORK, dedication to the community and a passion for superb food is what it’s all about at The Fox, in Lyng. This traditional pub offers a delicious modern British menu… restaurant quality no-frills food at pub prices.

But it has also embraced the popularity of world foods, most notably with a street food night every Monday, which has proven phenomenally successful.

Owner Vikki Hunt, who also owns The Lodge in North Tuddenham with her husband Gavin, says. “We wanted to bring street food here because it has become so popular as a style of eating, with big favours and it’s fun and relaxing. We started to do it last year over the summer and it’s been the most successful thing we have ever done.

“Every Monday we close the kitchen and bring in one street food vendor to serve food in the

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garden. During this last incredible summer it was packed here on those nights, and we served 350 on bank holiday Monday! People come from miles around and vendors are queuing up to cook here.

“Here at The Fox we work very hard on team inclusion, which means everyone here is able to brainstorm and put forward ideas to improve the pub. One idea that has come out of that is themed nights, which we hold on the last Sunday of every other month.

“Customers now comment on how happy the staff are, and that is absolutely fantastic. They don’t just work here, they are invested in its success and taking ownership.”

No wonder, then, that The Fox reached the finals of two prestigious awards – The Great British Pub Awards, in the ‘Best Community Pub’ category; and The Norfolk Food & Drink Awards, ‘Best Family Dining Pub’ category.

“Reaching the finals was a

wonderful achievement. We have entered these awards before, but never got this far.”

Community is huge at The Fox, and they go out of their way to help those in need. One of their own chefs, Justin, aged just 41, recently had a stroke and the pub has raised money for equipment to make his life easier. Gavin has rennovated a specially-adapted home for him next to the pub.

“There is a wonderful community spirit in Lyng and we like to be part of it. Recently we held a Great British Fox Bake Off, which created as much buzz as the TV show. Richard Bainbridge was one of the celebrity judges and we raised £3,000 for charity.”

Big flavours, big hearts and big ambitions too! ■ LUCY OHSTEN The Fox at Lyng, The Street, Lyng, Norwich NR9 5AL t: 01603 872316 www.thefoxatlyng.co.uk Vanilla October/November 2018

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BIG FLAVOURS… BIG HEARTS!

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BY STE VE HE ARNDEN We have just enjoyed one of the hottest summers for some time, drinking lots of chilled rosé and white wines, but light reds have also been very drinkable. Now, however, we are gearing ourselves to the festive season and need to plan and prepare ourselves. Wine is a perfect gift but deciding what to give is difficult and so...

FÛT DE CHÊNE £13

CUVÉE X 2007 £22 2009 £23

My first choice would be a red wine from the Cahors region of France. Due to the rise in popularity of the wines from South America Malbec grape wines have become very popular. But the Malbecs’ real original home is in France! Chateau Famaey is a family run business and their Fût de Chêne is outstanding. The 2012 is drinking well now but will keep in the correct conditions for years. Worth considering for a little investment? However this dark red wine has complex aromas, wood, cherries and summer fruits all wrapped in spice. Allow this wine to breathe for a few hours in a cool place and then taste. A mouthful of fruit, herbs and spices; very balanced tannins with a soft but firm aftertaste – it lingers in the mouth and then just glides down! It is almost pure heaven in a glass. And at 13% alcohol it can pull a mean punch! It is only surpassed by the Cuvée X, which is their special cuvée. The 2007 and 2009 will keep for years, if you let it, but drink it now with some good, well seasoned food.

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

Sunday | Monday | Tuesday 15:00 - 23:00 Wednesday | Thursday 15:00 - Midnight Friday | Saturday 15:00 - 00:30

12-14 Wensum Street, Norwich, NR3 1HY 01603 633 122 www.chamberscocktailcompany.co.uk A stone’s throw from Tombland

Get out! ainment in October & November

Wedding Show

Gok Wan comes to Norwich

Christmas Lights Switch-On

NOT-TO-MISS EVENTS

SUNDAY 28 OCTOBER

THUR 15 NOVEMBER

Norwich

The makeover maestro himself is taking to the road again. Gok Wan One Size Fits All is a masterclass in fashion, style and insider secrets. Fizz, brunch, a chance to win a makeover on the day Gok himself! Q&A, catwalk shows, demos and the chance to shop!

11am Norwich Mercure, £55

SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER

Lou Lou’s Vintage Fair

Eclectic mix of local and nation-wide vintage traders with vintage beauty salon from Hairaid Shelter, live entertainment from singer Sarah Probert and of course tea, cake & more from local favorites Biddy's Tearoom.

The Halls 11am – 4pm £2.50 SUNDAY 21 OCTOBER

Wedding Show

Meet a large range of local suppliers who can assist with your Wedding Day. Located in the heart of the city with ample free parking this venue is set to attract a large footfall of brides to be and couples who have engagements in their sights.

11am-3pm NCFC, Carrow Road, Norwich

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Gok Wan One Size Fits All

www.gokfashion.com

WED 31 OCTOBER

Spooky City

Parade from the city centre to Chapelfield Gardens with ghoulish activities.

Norwich city centre FRIDAY 2 NOVEMBER

Big Boom Fireworks The city's November firework show fired from Norwich Castle Norwich city centre 7.30pm

Christmas Switch-On A parade with Father Christmas, entertainment in front of City Hall and the switching on of the city centre lights Norwich city centre SUNDAY 18 NOVEMBER

Christmas Vintage Fair

over 18,000 visitors and this year's Festive Fair looks set to be bigger and better still!

Millennium Plain Thurs 11am-7pm; Fri & Sat 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-4pm theforumnorwich.co.uk SAT 24 NOVEMBER

Christmas Fair

30 quality vintage traders selling vintage clothing, textiles, accessories, homeware and more in a beautiful historic venue.

Birkbeck Hall, The Great Hospital, Bishopsgate, Norwich 10.30am-4pm £2

A collection of stalls, crafts, activities reindeer, Father Christmas and more!

Hethersett Old Hall School.10am-3pm

22-25 NOVEMBER

Florists, caterers, photographers, cakes, music, props, stationary, makeup artists, props...

Expect above and beyond, various DIY masterclasses, tasters and treats, show exclusives and plenty of competitions!

Holkham Hall 11am3pm. Free entry

Festive Fair at the Forum A fabulous Festive Fair, featuring East Anglian arts and crafts, seasonal food and drink, live music, a charity book stall and tombola in aid of Keeping Abreast and much more.

Last year's event attracted

Holkham SUNDAY 4 NOVEMBER

Creative Wedding Show

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TAKING CENTRE STAGE IN THE HEART OF NORWICH

maddermarket.co.uk 01603 620917

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

THEATRE Norwich Theatre Royal highlights 16-20 OCTOBER

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery Ocean’s Eleven meets the Marx Brothers in this dynamite new comedy now in its third year in the West End! Following the sell-out success of their comedy The Play That Goes Wrong, Mischief Theatre return with their latest hit, The Comedy About A Bank Robbery.

A priceless diamond has been entrusted to the city bank, an institution so corrupt that even the security guards are on the take. Can it be safely stored or will it all go horribly wrong?

Don’t miss this smashand-grab hit comedy that’s guaranteed to deliver swag loads of laughter.

Tickets £10-£31.50

The National Theatre's Macbeth

30 OCT-3 NOV The National Theatre presents

Macbeth

The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war.

Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are thrust towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness.

The National Theatre, bring this epic and visually daring production of Shakespeare’s most intense tragedy on tour following a sold out run in London.

Directed by National Theatre Artistic Director Rufus Norris (Cabaret, London Road) and designed by Rae Smith (War Horse, This House) this new production propels Shakespeare’s classic title into a postapocalyptic world of anarchy and uncertainty.

Tickets £25-£27.50 For more information go to theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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Oliver!

Maddermarket Theatre

16 -24 NOVEMBER The Norwich Players present

31 OCT - 3 NOV

Oliver!

The Diary of a Nobody

Book Music and Lyrics by Lionel Bart Produced for the Broadway stage by David Merrick and Donald Albery Nothing works on the stage like a wellcrafted tale, and OLIVER! is just such a show. Based on the novel by Charles Dickens it is probably the most popular musical ever written. It’s a show packed with humour, pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with such outstanding musical classics as Food Glorious Food, Where is Love?, Consider Yourself and Reviewing the Situation.

Dickens’ characters are brought to life in this sparkling new production by the award winning Norfolk TMT. Tickets £17 & £15 Family tickets £58 Matinee £12

www.maddermarket.co.uk

The extraordinarily ordinary Charles Pooter has written a diary, and he wants to share it with you… Charles Pooter of Upper Holloway, a middle-class clerk with aspirations way beyond his status (and ability), has decided that publishing his diary is not enough.

The public deserves to have it performed to them! Granted the use of a fading music hall and a troupe of local amateur thespians, he has just one night to recreate the trials and tribulations of his daily life for posterity and our collective fascination.

Join us for a frenetic and frequently daft adaptation of this Victorian comedy of manners.

Tickets £8-£12 Suitable for ages 7+.

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Sean Lock: Keep It Light

ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS Norwich Theatre Royal 21-24 NOVEMBER

The Nutcracker Christmas isn’t complete until you’ve experienced the magic of Northern Ballet’s The Nutcracker.

Share in Clara’s adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. Don’t miss dazzling dancing snowflakes, the famous Sugar Plum Fairy and the notorious Mouse King in the ultimate festive entertainment.

Performed to Tchaikovsky’s enduring score, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, The Nutcracker awakens childlike imagination in us all.

Book now to see this sellout success for yourself and guarantee your most magical Christmas yet.

Tickets £10-£41.50 theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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The Nutcracker

THURSDAY 11 OCTOBER

The Proclaimers

It has been 31 years since Scottish twins Craig & Charlie Reid, aka The Proclaimers, emerged.

Since then, their mix of pop, folk, new wave and punk has enlightened and entertained fans throughout the world.

Tickets from £10

Norwich Playhouse FRIDAY 12 OCTOBER

Jason Byrne: You Can Come In, But Don’t Start Anything The ‘Outright King of Live Comedy’ (The Times) Jason Byrne is on the road again for more comedy chaos. As seen on ‘Live at the Apollo’ (BBC1).

Strap in as Jason takes you on a trip of mad routines alongside some proper bonkers stunts.

Everyone is welcome in every town (unless you’re under 14, in which case come back when you’re older).

Tickets £19.50

Jason Byrne

SUN 14 OCTOBER

Sean Lock: Keep It Light Sean Lock is one of the UK’s most highly acclaimed and original comedians. The British Comedy Award winner for Best Stand Up is probably best known as team captain on Channel 4’s Cats Does Countdown and for his seminal BBC sitcom, 15 Storeys High, a genuine cult classic.

Join him for a unique mix of new and tried and tested material.

Tickets £15 WED 7 NOVEMBER

The Simon and Garfunkel Story Direct from its success at London’s Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, a sold-out worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back!

Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th anniversary celebration

also features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed, and 2018 has already brought one sold-out performance to the Playhouse!

Tickets £22 THUR 29 NOVEMBER

The Scummy Mummies Christmas Show

Ho, Ho, Ho... it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show. Back by popular demand, comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson are bringing a special Christmas themed comedy show to Norwich. Expect scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive stand-up and very scummy Santa stories!

Book your tickets now, before it sells out.

Tickets £18 www.norwichplayhouse.co.uk

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Concept Bathroom & Kitchens Concept House, Roundtree Way, Norwich NR7 8SH 01603 787578

Arbons Carpet & Flooring 94 Colman Rd, Norwich 01603 443588 www.arbons.co.uk

The English Chocolate Company 2 Royal Arcade, Norwich 01603 765924

Baker Rhodes 1 Grange Farm, North Walsham, NR28 0LT 01263 733455

Exquisite Boutique 4 Hurn Rd, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6BP 01603 416799 www.norfolkprom.com

Berrys & Grey The Royal Arcade, Norwich 01603 627505 www.berrysandgrey.co.uk Bradley Hatch Jewellers Tunstead Road, Norwich 01603 782233 Butterfly 6A White Lion St, Norwich 01603 622435 Carway Roe Events www.carwayroeevents.co.uk Mandy Charlish Rowan Hse Ctre, 28 Queens Rd, Hethersett, Norwich.

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Fitness Space Norwich 6a, Cringleford Business Centre, Intwood Rd, Cringleford 01603 456490 The Gallery Hair 13 Waterloo Rd, Norwich 01603 787248 Gallyons Country Clothing 7 Bedford St, Norwich 01603 622845 The Giggly Goat 20 Lower Goat Lane, Norwich 01603 663299 Good Earth Clothing Co. 10 Pottergate, Norwich 01603 624009 Isobel's Fashions 14 School Rd, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6DN 01603 866060

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Rosie's Hair Beauty & Make-Up Studio 27 Bedford St, Norwich 01603 958868

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Rosie Kefford Owner of Rosie’s Hair, Beauty & Make-up

My City Life Rosie Kefford, is 29 and owner of Rosie’s Hair, Beauty & MakeUp Studios in both Norwich and Beccles. She’s a multi awardwinner in her industry: makeup artist, beautician, official HD Brows stylist and also a mum to two year old Jax.

Was it always your passion to run your own business?

I had always dreamt of running my own business, but until I was about 20 years old, a hope and dream was all it ever was.

It wasn’t until I decided to leave employment and set up a mobile beauty business that I started realising it could actually become a reality. After nine months of being mobile I went on to open my first salon.

You have been in the beauty business for 12 years. What changes have you seen since you started?

The most noticable change is the nail and brow industry. A normal polish is almost a thing of the past now. We use and love CND Shellac gel which lasts up to two weeks but is gentle on the nail plate.

Full brows have become a fashion accessory over the years.

Since training as an official HD Brows stylist, during the week my diary is fully booked with brows! It is such a popular seven step treatment and I love seeing the transformation process.

What makes Rosie’s unique?

All of my staff are trained in every aspect of the hair and beauty industry, however, we all have a specific treatment we specialise in too. We are proud to offer unique hair and makeup packages plus a glitter bar especially suitable for weddings, parties and nights out. We offer such a huge offering of services, you can be completely pampered head to toe all under the same roof by the same team of staff.

What do you do to keep clients coming back for more?

There is always something new to try when visiting and we constantly keep up to date with the changing industry by training

in the latest treatments for our customers. We also offer a very rewarding loyalty system.

Any future plans for Rosie’s?

With both salons going from strength to strength and waiting lists regularly being held I am focusing on expanding our team and the exciting new services and events we will be offering and attending in 2019.

What do you love about Norwich?

I love the hustle and bustle, the people and the opportunities the city offers. I am blessed to be situated in the beautiful Norwich lanes surrounded by such wonderful independent businesses, it’s my favourite part of Norwich. ■ www.rosiesnorwich.co.uk

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With Solutions Personal Contract Plan. 18s+. Subject to availability and status. T&Cs apply. Offer available when ordered by 1 October 2018 from participating retailers.

Indemnities may be required. Retail only, excluding Technology SE models. Offers are not available in conjunction with any other offer and may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Accurate at time of publication. Freepost ŠKODA Financial Services.

Official fuel consumption for the ŠKODA Kodiaq range in mpg (litres/100km): Urban 31.0 (9.1) to 48.7 (5.8); Extra Urban 44.1 (6.4) to 61.4 (4.6); Combined 38.2 (7.4) to 56.5 (5.0). CO2 emissions for the ŠKODA Kodiaq range are 170 to 131 g/km. Standard EU test figures are for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.

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