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Pam Davis of Fashion Candy Style, and Vanilla columnist, is looking forward to presenting the annual Autumn/Winter fashion event in the county’s calendar! The event takes place at Trinity Park Conference & Events in Ipswich on Thursday 3rd October and will be showcasing an eclectic mix of retailers, independents from all over Suffolk and beyond. This year they will be bringing new and exciting stalls onboard. Guests will have the opportunity to shop and browse in the Suffolk Style Space before the show and then indulge in a tapas style menu throughout the catwalk show – a perfect evening out for everyone to enjoy.
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CHANGES TO MARKET HILL The Market Hill Woodbridge is looking very different these days, with three already established businesses bringing a fresh contemporary feel to the Hill. Uniform Research, the men’s fashion store, based in Ipswich and run by Dan, has taken up a second residence in the square, bringing with them their unique style and combination of fabulous brands. Moose stays in the same location but September/October 2019 Vanilla
has a new owner, Sam Cook, who many of you will already know. Sam will continue to stock all the brands her customers love and is looking forward to welcoming you to her store. Finally, Evelyn Jack has relocated her Hair and Beauty Salon to the Market Hill bringing with her a whole range of treatments previously unavailable in Woodbridge. The new businesses really compliment the fabulous existing ones, such as Franny & Frank, Blue Bay, Darcy B, Anna and Chenevix Jewellers. With Bridal Boutiques Amelia & Alice and Victoria Alexander, The Strawberry Café and The Galley serving tasty food, the Market Hill is a haven for independent shopping. There really is something for everyone!
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Local bands and artists are to have their music showcased alongside household names like Suffolk boy Ed Sheeran, Stormzy and Taylor Swift at Ipswich’s busy HMV store. The shop in the town’s Sailmakers Shopping Centre has just stocked its first home-grown singer in Roma Nicholson and the 13-year-old is sharing a sales rack with none other than the Rolling Stones! It’s part of a new policy by the high street’s musical giants to promote local music in their local areas and it’s been welcomed by HMV Ipswich manager, Pete Bowery who said: “I think it’s a great idea. “Roma is the first local artist to be featured and she’s on our playlist now as well and we have at least another half dozen in the process of getting their applications dealt with. Roma, a pupil at Ipswich’s Northgate High School, released her first CD, Teen Spirit, last year and sales are already going well.
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Ufford Park Hotel, Golf and Spa has been awarded Greenest Business at the Creating the Greenest County Awards 2019. Sponsored by the University of Suffolk, these awards celebrate the environmental excellence of businesses in our county. Managing director Tarnia Robertson said: “As a hotel there are a variety of ways we can help the environment, from reducing energy consumption by installing energy efficient products, to minimising our carbon footprint by using local produce in our restaurant. Ufford Park has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment programme which has included ecological renovations to make the hotel sustainable and maintainable. It has also installed solar panels to help achieve the goal of reducing energy consumption by 5% per year.
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BRINGING PEOPLE AND PETS CLOSER TOGETHER Wood Green, The Animals Charity’s aim is to bring pets and people closer together, providing pets with loving homes that they deserve whilst empowering owners with the knowledge to take the very best Tom careMarsh of their beloved pets. Wood Green offers free pet advice to anyone who needs it, whether you are considering having a pet in the future and need guidance on pet choice, or you already have a pet and need some general advice or intensive support. Last year, Wood Green found loving homes for more than 4,000 pets and their dedicated team gave one-to-one care and support to 2,343 pets and their owners.
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Pom Amsterdam scarf £75 Coes
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Gloves £16 Cake & Catwalk
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Superdry mac £129.99 Coes
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Braun Buffel crossbody bag £125 The Tannery
HisStuff Scotch & Soda sweatshirt £84.95 Coes
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Levi's t-shirt £25 Coes
Ted Baker shirt £89 Coes
Levi's sweatshirt £50 Coes Art and Job crossbody bag £140 The Tannery Pampeano polo belt £65 The Tannery
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Corgi regiment socks £16 The Tannery
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A fun-filled evening with a Autumn/Winter Collection Fashion Show with Independent Designers and Retailers. The Suffolk Style Space returns for another year, where guests can browse an array of retailer pop-up shops on the evening before the main event. General + VIP tickets available to buy on the website now! WWW.SUFFOLKFASHION.COM
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■ DJV’s Resident Stylist, Libby, will assess your body shape and propose colours best suited to you. ■ Enjoy a full luxury makeover using our Youngblood minerals. ■ Session includes a personal shop within the Boutique (plus 10% off on the day) ■ Indulge in a glass of fizz. Before...
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As my buying season draws to a close I get more and more excited by the prospect of our stock arriving. From faux fur coats to midi skirts, AW19 is definitely a winner. With so many colours and textures winter is looking bold and bright. It’s great to have Tommy Hilfiger womenswear back in the mix with their distinctive red, white and navy. Our new favourite hair bands and gifts come from the Scandi brand Black Colour dk and we’re still in love with our Scotch and Soda, Samsoe & Samsoe and Ralph Lauren.
Superdry £44.99 Coes
Pom Amsterdam £65.95 Coes
Estella Bartlett rucksack £55 Coes
Scotch & Soda £149.95 Coes
Tommy Hilfiger £230 Coes
Ralph Lauren £249 Coes Scotch & Soda £94.95 Coes
Scotch & Soda £139.95 Coes
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FASHION AUTU M N ’ 19 S N E AK PE AK Annette Görtz ● Classy and minimalist, German designer Annette Görtz creates timeless fashion that will last far beyond the latest fad. The brand’s signature muted colour palette allows their sumptuous textures, architectural structures and unconventional detailing to take the focus, creating an avant-garde, pared-back aesthetic with a feminine elegance. Available at Fanny & Frank
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Coat £585 Fanny & Frank
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Mama B
● New to Fanny & Frank this season is the Italian label Mama B. Using the most luxurious Italian fabrics, Mama B’s latest clothing collection has been designed with today's practical woman in mind. All of the brand’s research and attention to detail is showcased through its sleek, minimal aesthetic, making these styles ideal as part of a daytime ensemble, but also easily dressed up for an understated evening look.
LOVE THE LABEL ● Soyaconcept is a Danish fashion brand with a relaxed approach to fashion based on Nordic design traditions. Unique and signature prints combined with a modern and elegant style are the key words. Soyaconcept specialises in high quality at good prices, and designer clothes for women who are not afraid to experiment with contemporary trends. Available at Cake & Catwalk and Holly Blue Boutique
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Otto d’Amē jumpsuit £215 Fanny & Frank
Stehmann trousers £115 Cake & Catwalk
Gilet £72 Zeebra Chic
Silky print tunic £30 Zeebra Chic
Otto d’Amē coat £250 Fanny & Frank
Zebra striped skirt £65 Holly Blue Boutique
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STYLE NOTES AW19 by Pam Davis
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ith autumn now mere weeks away, the high street is reflecting the trends that emerged from the shows in New York, London, Milan and Paris back in February and March. There are plenty of trends to choose from: take classic capes and heritage checks for some seasonal starters, then head through to silky slips and dainty shoes, and even a new way to tie your scarf. Here’s my top four trends for AW19: CHECKS & TARTAN
Not groundbreaking for an autumn winter season, but always welcome, and there's more than ever around this season. Even the master of heritage checks – Burberry – have mixed it up a bit with some grid-like designs .
BAGGY TROUSERS
Ideally worn with a chunky platform shoe to allow the fabric to bunch around the ankles, worn high over the hip, these slouchy slacks came in heavy tailored fabrics and neutral colours. Pockets essential. GOTHIC FLORALS
Check at Hobbs
Leather looks
Flower prints are still at River Island in full bloom but now they’re darker and richer and more opulent. Look out for ruffle dresses, gathered sleeves and pussy-bow necklines.
Florals at Oasis
LEATHER
It’s Autumns most in-demand fabric, appearing on everything from jumpsuits to skirts and pinafores, in gorgeous rich shades too...
Baggy trousers at River Island
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AUTUMN ESSENTIALS Drape cardigan £27 Stock Shop
Cowl neck jumper £29 Stock Shop
Reversible wrap £45 Hintlesham Barns
Zilch dress £85 Holly Blue Boutique
Masai print blouse £85 Coes
Soyaconcept dress £65 Cake & Catwalk
Levi's cropped jeans £95 Coes
Check skirt £29 Stock Shop
Zilch long cardi £140 Holly Blue Boutique
£53 Zeebra Chic
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Debora handbag £155 The Tannery
Gina handbag £145 The Tannery
Ted Baker padlock suede bag £229 Coes
Chiara ‘croc’ handbag £149 The Tannery
BAGS FOR AUTUMN
Katie Loxton bag £42.99 Coes
Abro handbag £289 Fanny & Frank
Picard backpack £125 The Tannery
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£35 Suffolk Living
£18 Cake & Catwalk
£48 Zeebra Chic
£265 Fanny & Frank
£25 Coes
£34 Zeebra Chic
2-in-1 bag £28 Hintlesham Barns
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£65 Coes
£220 Fanny & Frank
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Cake & Catwalk Brace yourselves! This could be our toughest season so far. No closer to Brexit, and many are still unsure about the future, both personally and commercially. As retailers we have already had to make our buying decisions. But how much to buy? Can we afford it? What’s on trend? And what are our price points?! As independents we can respond quite quickly to changes but the high street retailers have to commit well ahead. For consumers and customers its an open market, and with great deals to be had on the internet, the retailer can be undercut in a snap, making us very vulnerable. Along with tracking your own finances and preparing for what may lay ahead and Christmas spending – now is time to really consider your purchases. Don’t buy cheap and disposable (unless you have growing children) but invest in items that are not only sustainable but will last more than one season. Try to support both your independents and your high street, make the most of your money and ENJOY your shopping experience. Customer service and personal engagement is still king! This season Cake & Catwalk are introducing Soya Concept from Denmark (which boasts sustainable), along with new collections from A Postcard from Brighton, Sundee T, Stehman trousers and lots of amazing jewellery and accessories. LYNN TURNER
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ARATS JEWELLERS was SHOP established in 1985 by TALK Ian Bishop, bringing a unique and personal experience to Ipswich town centre. Ian was joined by his wife Heather a couple of years later and together they have built a successful business offering modern and stylish jewellery throughout the decades to locals. With the onsite workshop equipped for making and repairing all kinds of jewellery, Carats has remained an important fixture in the town by providing a place where customers can go to pick out a special gift, treat themselves or have a beloved piece recreated into a more contemporary design. Over the years they have been fortunate to have hard working staff who dedicate themselves to providing the best customer service they can. Carats also provide the services of ear piercing, rhodium plating, engraving, valuations and watch and clock repairs. Ian and Heather have recently Passing the mantle: In 2020 Hayden Bishop will take over running decided to pass the business the Ipswich jewellery business from his parents over to their son Hayden, who will become the new proprietor in showcased on Facebook and social media accounts. The team 2020. Having grown up alongside Instagram so readers will get are always looking to bring exciting the business, Hayden holds the the chance to preview up and new ideas to the store and share same passions for the jewellery coming bargains. what they’ve been up to. industry and is keen to keep the Carats have recently introduced “To all our customers past and Carats ethos – using traditional some exciting new brands to the present, we at Carats Jewellers methods to manufacture exquisite store, including Kit Heath, Obaku would like to thank you for your jewellery. watches, Ania Haie and a new continued support and hope This September Ian, Heather, collection of Bulova watches. to see you very soon. And Hayden and the Carats team are Over the next couple of months remember, If you can’t see it, we’ll excited to announce that they the team will be replenishing their make it!” ■ will be holding a sale throughout stock in anticipation of the festive Carats, 11 Buttermarket, Ipswich. the month on selected items, season with new pieces coming T: 01473 255488 including Platinum and Diamond in from all their brands from the @caratsipswich pieces up to 60% off. Many end of October. For up to date carats_ipswich items included in the sale will be news and information follow their
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Estella Bartlett silver earrings £18 Coes
Lila agate earrings £35 Cake & Catwalk
Dragonfly brooch £15 Hintlesham Barns Estella Bartlett bangle £20 Coes
Estella Bartlett tennis bracelet £30 Coes
HIDDEN GEMS ...at a jewellers near you!
Silver and gold plated leaf cluster necklace £150 Earrings £58 Carats
Estella Bartlett earrings £19 Coes Ania Haie gold plated hoops £85 Necklace £55 Carats
6 Diamond ring in 18ct white gold £1925 Carats
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Halcyon gold wrap ring £135 Emily Mortimer Jewellery
18ct white gold sapphire and diamond halo ring £2495 Carats
Bangle £12 Hintlesham Barns
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9ct yellow gold aquamarine, yellow sapphire and peridot ring £689 Carats
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“Now I know the children and I won’t be without a home and we can all move on with our lives”
The myth of the common law spouse OUR PROBLEM: My partner, Gary, and I had been together for ten years. We have two beautiful children and had a wonderful home together. We very much lived as husband and wife, albeit not legally married. When Gary and I first got together, we had separate homes for the first couple of years; I then moved into his house and we started a family. During this time, I inherited some money and paid for an extension. We were in love and I thought we’d always be together, so I was happy to contribute this to the house without being named in any way on the deeds. When we separated, of course, I was worried about what would happen to the children and me, but assumed I’d be classed as Gary’s common law wife and so would have similar rights as if I were his actual wife. LUCY, SUFFOLK
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My friend had recently gone through a divorce and so I asked her advice. She said that Amanda Erskine at Barker Gotelee had been brilliant and recommended that I speak to her. I made an appointment and met with Amanda within a few days. She instantly put me at ease. I felt happy that I had somebody caring and kind on my side with the interests of my children and me very much at heart.
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was surprised to learn from Amanda that there is no such thing as a common law spouse and that, legally, I wasn’t automatically entitled to a share of Gary’s house, which had been our family home for the past eight years. She did also explain, however, that it could be possible for me to make a claim because I had paid for an extension that would have contributed to an increase in value of the property. Amanda asked me to pull together any evidence of everything I’d paid for – including receipts, invoices, bank statements etc. I duly handed this over so she had a good understanding of what she felt I ought to be entitled to. She said that the first step would be to write to Gary and ask his thoughts. A few days later, Gary wrote back and said he understood that I would be entitled to something, but the figure he had in mind was somewhat different to what I was thinking. It was nowhere near enough for me to put down a deposit on a new house.
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manda advised that it would be sensible to have Gary’s house valued and, specifically, to ask for the increase in value that the extension had added. Gary was prepared to do this and so arranged for three estate agents to value the property. With this information Amanda was able to negotiate and agree with Gary a specific figure to compensate me for what I had contributed. Now, a few months on, I have
“I’ve found the perfect house for the children and me and am just waiting for the purchase to complete.” received the financial settlement from Gary, I’ve found the perfect house for the children and me and am just waiting for the purchase to complete. The payment from Gary has provided
me with enough of a deposit to buy somewhere suitable, where I can start to build a new life. Whilst the breakdown of the relationship was an upsetting time for all of us, now we’re over that hurdle, it feels as though we can all look forward and the children have a home with both me and Gary.
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here is risk in every action and there can be risk in taking no action at all. I regularly hear myself tell people that it is better to know than to guess. What are the risks that you face and have you taken action to try and mitigate them? For many we worry about falling ill, what if we are unable to work for a prolonged period? Or perhaps your concern is having enough savings to comfortably retire or maybe you are concerned about larger issues such as a No-Deal Brexit or climate change. We cannot remove risk from our lives, it would be a dull life if we could. My family spends a lot of time out rock climbing. Climbing is an inherently dangerous sport, but we mitigate this risk in several ways.
We check our kit to ensure it is in good condition and showing no signs of wear, we try to anticipate both the best and the worst outcomes. We seek to understand the risks and plan accordingly. Our personal and financial goals need to be understood and planned for. Things seldom fall into place without some direction. Taking no action could leave you vulnerable. It is possible to insure against death or long-term illness, you may boost pension contributions, give away money to charity, diversify your holdings or any number of actions which can help to mitigate risks in various scenarios. To do so you must: 1. Understand the risks unique to your goals 2. Understand the options available to you
3. Choose a course of action suited to your circumstances. 4. Review regularly!! The value of an investment with St. James’s Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds selected and may fall as well as rise. You may get back less than the amount invested. KEVIN DOHERTY WEALTH MANAGEMENT SPECIALISES IN: ● Investing to meet school fees and university costs ● Investing for the future and advising on pension choices ● Understanding and planning for Inheritance Tax ● Insurance to protect you and your family ● Investment guidance and advice
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WEAR IT PINK IS BACK! Save the date! Wear it Pink takes place on Friday 18 October, raising funds for vital breast cancer research and support
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his October, Breast Cancer Now is encouraging everyone in Suffolk to wear it pink and help make life-saving breast cancer research and lifechanging support happen. Breast Cancer Now’s Wear it Pink Day takes place across Suffolk on Friday 18 October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One of the UK’s biggest fundraising events, the event has had an enormous impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer since launching in 2002 and has raised over £33 million for breast cancer research to date. Anyone can take part in wear it pink. Some people will choose to hold a cake sale, while others will opt to organise a raffle and some will arrange a pink fancy dress day at their school or workplace. No matter how
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people chose to wear it pink, all the money raised will help to fund vital breast cancer research and support. Lottie Barnden, Head of Mass Participation at Breast Cancer Care and Breast Cancer Now, said: “In 2017, in Suffolk around 677 women were given the devastating news that they have breast cancer. In the same period around 162 women from the area sadly died from breast cancer. “We currently fund around a third of all breast cancer research happening in the UK, and last year we responded to nearly 7 million breast cancer support requests. Without the generosity of Wear It Pink supporters we simply cannot continue to fund this crucial research and support, for all those affected by breast cancer now, and in the future.
“That is why we are urging everyone across the UK to get involved in Wear It Pink on Friday 18 October to help us make lifesaving breast cancer research and life-changing support happen!” Breast Cancer Care and Breast Cancer Now have united to create the UK’s first comprehensive breast cancer charity, united around the shared ambition that by 2050 everyone who develops breast cancer will live, and receive the support they need to live well. The charity cannot reach this goal without the money raised from Wear It Pink... ● Wear it Pink raises funds for breast cancer research and support. Visit wearitpink.org to register and claim your free fundraising pack.
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EVENTS 21 & 22 SEPTEMBER 2019
A free urban festival celebrating street food, art, music and community all along the stunning one-mile stretch of Ipswich Waterfront
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RT EAT is a two-day visual art and street food festival celebrating all things creative and delicious with taste, sight and sound sensations all along the elegant Ipswich Waterfront. This large festival with art, food and community at its heart will be a vibrant, colourful, tasty, fun-packed and feelgood weekend taking place on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September 2019. Art Eat Festival promises two days of music with a spectacular line-up, a major exhibition at Jerwood Dance House, a big art, print and craft fair, a Cake Art competition, free art workshops, a fun fair, and all of this on top of delicious street food and four major urban art installations.
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Two Days of Non-Stop Music
Sculpture Exhibition
Art, Print and Craft Fair
Cake Art
An exciting line-up of local and national musicians and DJs will be performing in four festival zones over both days with something for everyone’s taste including bossanova, grime, hip-hop fusion, salsa, soul, reggae, electronica, dub, dancehall, and electroswing.
Over the weekend the festival will also host a two day Art, Print and Craft Fair in the ground floor foyer of the University of Suffolk. This will be a spectacular display of work giving visitors a chance to get their hands on a gift or something gorgeous for their home from over 50 selected artists.
There’ll also be a major exhibition at the Jerwood Dance House by the celebrated local contemporary figurative sculptor John O’Connor. Blending the physical with the emotional he explores the fabric of our internal worlds. His stunning bronze work depicts ‘states of mind that are inherent in us all’.
In collaboration with Suffolk’s own Outrageous Cake Company, Art Eat will host a Cake Art Competition, held at Quay Place on Saturday and open to the public from 10am - 3.30pm. From 4pm there will be a cake art procession open to all participants and anyone who wants a chance to sample the cakes.
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Art Eat’s International Street Cuisine Here’s a little taster of some of the food and drink traders who will be serving-up at Art Eat:
➊ THE PROSECCO BOX
A mobile bar serving alcoholic, soft and hot drinks (including lots of fizz), The Prosecco Box will be open all weekend. So, swap those country wellies for sophisticated Prosecco cocktails on the Waterfront.
➋ CHURROS & CHORIZO
Offering a Spanish twist to the traditional burger, Churros & Chorizo sell pork and chorizo burgers that are handmade in Norwich according to their unique recipe.
➌ SIAM RICE BOX
Choose from a range of tempting Thai dishes, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten and dairy-free options.
Free Workshops There will be over 20 free participatory art and music workshops happening over festival weekend. Come down and take part, everyone is invited.
Food & Drink Taking place on the town’s Waterfront, the festival will see 30 street food traders and unique bars from around the country, serving up international food and drink for all budgets and tastes. Six unique bars will be dotted around the festival site offering everything from the classics such as Pimms, real ales, Prosecco and G&T to unique, quirky
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Russian cocktails mixed from a fabulously converted milk float. Across the site there will be coffee specialists, and real lemonade, you’ll also find ice creams, cakes, sweet delights and smoothies. The festival organisers have chosen traders who also offer vegan and vegetarian options – including the bars who’ll be selling vegan wines, ales and cocktails.
➍ MILOKO
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The RUMblin’ team mix specials and bespoke drinks using homemade syrups, their own barrel-aged liqueurs, and freshly squeezed fruit juices.
everyone and opening times are: Saturday 21st September 11am-7.30pm & Sunday 22 September 12pm-7.30pm. The full line-up of all art, foodie experiences and musicians can be found at www.arteatfestival.com
White Russian cocktails are given a vintage spin by being served from a converted 1960s milk float in biodegradable milk cartons, by staff dressed as milkmen and milkmaids.
➎ GREEK SOUVLIKE
Serving 100% fresh ingredients, vegetarian and vegan options with halloumi, aubergine, courgette, mousaka and pastitsio.
➏ RUMBLIN’ ROADSHOW BAR
➐ TASTE OUTSIDE CATERING
Authentic Mexican food which is vibrant, delicious, fresh and fun.
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Sunday 22 September – 10am Ickworth, Bury St Edmunds
Join us at Ickworth for a fun-filled family and dog friendly sponsored walk and help support children with life-threatening conditions.
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Choosing a school
Are extra-curricular programmes the true test?
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N SO MANY regards, how a school approaches enrichment tells you all you need to know about what it wants for its children. It’s something you can get away with not putting a lot of effort into – it’s not examined, or in league tables, or really measured by Ofsted. And because of this, a successful programme of extra-curricular is indicative of a head having the combination of genuine passion and attention to detail that is vital for a school to be truly great. Mrs Danielle Clarke, Principal of St Joseph’s College, said, “Academic excellence is a worthy goal and we expect our students to strive for it to the best of their ability, but it cannot alone produce the rounded, grounded and happy individuals
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we hold as our greatest successes. “We never forget there’s a whole world beyond St Joseph’s College. Extra-curricular activities are not an adjunct to education but key to producing resilient, lateral thinkers and compassionate decision makers. Those strengths may find their beginnings in drama workshops, a musical production, or towards the end of a muddy crosscountry course. We understand the lightbulb moment comes for some whilst distributing groceries to local families in need at Christmas and to others during an international ski or sport tour, taking part in our Australian exchange, or pitching a tent on a dark, windy hillside in pouring rain on a Duke of Edinburgh expedition…”
‘That’s why St Joseph’s College places great emphasis on the vast range and number of extra-curricular clubs and activities it offers daily, weekly and termly. We want our students to try new things. Sometimes a passion is sparked; sometimes it isn’t. But the experience is never wasted,’ she added. “What happens outside the classroom is just as important as what happens inside. Indeed it complements academic work,” comments Ipswich School Headmaster, Nicholas Weaver. “That’s why we refer to it as our co-curriculum. This programme runs throughout the whole school - from the Prep right up to the Sixth Form. It offers a range of opportunities that appeal to every child’s sense of
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The Education issue “What happens outside the classroom is just as important as what happens inside. Indeed it complements academic work Nicholas Weaver, Headmaster, Ipswich Schooll
adventure while also developing important interpersonal and life skills. Throughout the Prep and Senior Schools, sport, music and drama are second to none. In the Prep activities include sewing, percussion, bushcraft and even sports such as ski-ing, sailing and fencing. In the Senior School we have the hugely popular cadet force, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, journalism, stage crew and a plethora of clubs such as robotics, engineering, dance and computing. This co-curricular programme has huge benefits. Pupils love it. They grow as a result of it, and because of it their learning prospers.” Here are some questions that parents should be thinking about asking heads when they visit a school: What enrichment opportunities do you organise for pupils?
This question is obviously straightforward, and partly
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covered above, but that makes it no less important. You will ideally want to see a variety of options on offer, encouraging students to try different things and broaden their horizons. How do you decide which ones to run?
The answer to this question will give you a good insight into the head’s mindset for their school. While there will be a range of activities on offer, there is obviously a limit to what can be run at any time – what have they done with speaks volumes. Is the school trying to nudge its students in a certain direction? Do they ensure pupils try different things over time, or are they happy to stay in their comfort zone and do the same ones every term? Does the school offer fewer, different, activities after hours, but more within the core day? Great schools all have lots of music, sport and arts as
a minimum. Hopefully you’ll hear about all the sporting fixtures completed, and which performances have taken place in the last term or two. Every school should have a choir, band, or orchestra. If they don’t, it is worth asking why and whether or not they did in the past, and what they’re doing to get them going once more. What proportion of your pupils participate in wider activities?
This is probably the most vital question here, as there is little point in organising great opportunities if only a small proportion of pupils participate in them – great schools expect, and ensure, that all their pupils are involved. Just because they aren’t a part of the academic curriculum, it does not mean that they are any less important. They are a key part of opening children’s eyes to things they otherwise wouldn’t experience. So while pupils should be given freedom to experience different activities, they should all be made to experience something from the school’s extracurricular offerings. ■
We’d like to thank... Nicholas Weaver Ipswich School and Danielle Clarke, St Joseph’s College
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Wooden animals £2.90 each Little Tinkers
Baby booties in gift box £16.50 Little Tinkers
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Backpack £20 Little Tinkers
Pom pom jumper £10 M&S Wooden caterpillar £29.75 Little Tinkers
Bamboo tea set £10.50 Little Tinkers
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Beside the seaside Vanilla celebrates our local unsung hero... the town of Felixstowe BY GEORGIA WATSON
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N SUFFOLK we are lucky enough to have a number of picturesque coastal towns. In recent years Felixstowe has been slightly overlooked when compared to Southwold and Aldeburgh, but since the multimillion pound regeneration of the pier, the town is rising up to rival these hotspots. Well known as the largest container port in the UK, Felixstowe also offers traditional seaside activities for families and day-trippers. The town has been popular with tourists since the pier was constructed in 1905. It
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became a fashionable resort in the Victorian era when visitors arrived on the newly opened rail service. Today you can still enjoy all those traditional pastimes; amusement arcades at the pier, fish and chips on the beach and a stroll along the promenade. The town is also fortunate enough to continue to have independent shops, cafes and restaurants to explore. Visitors can discover new places and sample different options to the usual high street chains found in so many towns. Those arriving in Felixstowe for
the day can start with breakfast at The Greenhouse Café, the town’s first and only plant-based café. Stop by for a hearty full greenhouse breakfast, pancakes or avocado on toast. Kate White opened the café last year noticing the niche for ethical eating and has been overwhelmed by the support. “We are definitely riding the crest of the emerging wave for greener eating and consuming,” explained Kate, “It’s not just support from the locals, but also from holiday makers and day trippers.”
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Kate describes the town as a ‘destination location’ but one that has a sense of community that can be missing at other coastal resorts. “Everyone was worried when Marks & Spencer closed in April, but the traders have pulled together and we are now championing independent shops and restaurants instead,” Kate revealed. She believes that the regeneration of the pier has improved the profile of the seafront and is part of a new era for Felixstowe. After a filling breakfast, holidaymakers can wander down
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‘The asking price of properties in Felixstowe have been pushed up by 45% in the past five years.’ to the seafront for a walk along the promenade. Try out the new family entertainment centre on the pier with amusement arcades, penny machines and mini tenpin bowling. For lunch it would have to be fish and chips from The Pier Fish Co., eaten whilst sitting on the beach looking out to sea; rain or shine, it’s the only way! Then the afternoon can be spent exploring the town and its
independent shops. There are many to choose from including, the Suffolk institution that is Coes. Well known for its Ipswich shop, there’s also a Felixstowe branch to pop into, stocking a range of contemporary and classic clothes for both men and women.
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uffolk Living, on Orwell Road, features unique gifts that will make lovely mementoes of your trip or gifts to
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take home for loved ones. From homeware to jewellery, candles to ceramics, there’s something for everyone. If you like to take home a bottle of something special, or try before you buy, then you’ll want to stop by at the Wine Boutique. The owners have been importing wine from smaller producers for over 20 years, with many varieties exclusively shipped there.
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fter working up an appetite with all that retail therapy, it’s time to sit back and relax at Steak Lobster & Co. As you’ve probably guessed, you’re September/October Vanilla
in for a treat of speciality seafood and prime grill. Try the turf while looking out at the surf – the restaurant has a prime location on Undercliff Road. If just one day in Felixstowe is not enough, why not book a room at The Orwell Hotel. The Victorian property dates back to 1898 and has been sympathetically decorated with charm and elegance. Its traditional look will allow you to recapture Felixstowe in its heyday of tourism, but of course you’ll have the added bonus of all the mod cons including wi-fi and televisions. If you enjoyed your trip so much
that you’re considering laying down roots in the town, then this could be the right time. Back in 2016, Zoopla named Felixstowe as number 4 on its list of seaside towns with the largest percentage increase in house prices. Then in 2018 Rightmove released information stating that the asking price of properties in Felixstowe have been pushed up by 45% in the past five years. With that in mind, it makes the town an attractive possibility for buyers looking for a coastal retreat and future investment. Well, it’s true what they say, we do like to be beside the seaside! ■
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HE Greenhouse is delightful. This beautiful plant-based café, a short stroll up from the seafront at Felixstowe has been wowing customers since it opened almost a year ago, and this summer, just as the fashion for vegan food really took off, the Greenhouse’s passion for creating delicious meals without meat, was perfectly timed. It’s a light, bright and airy café, bustling with happy customers and cheerful staff. The food is sumptuous and there’s a lot to choose from. The brilliant brunches include the Brekky Stack – a big vegan sausage patty, large field mushroom and thick tomato slices, stacked in a floury wholemeal bap, or for the sweeter tooth there’s Pancakes-a-Plenty with three fluffy American-style pancakes, served with an array of toppings from blueberries, coconut bacon, bananas, chocolate sauce to maple syrup, lemon and sugar
or chocolate chips and vegan whipped cream. The Mushroom Smash is an epic creation of smashed avocado on granary bread topped with garlic and parsley mushroom, crispy kale and topped with toasted seeds. On Fridays and Saturdays only, there’s the Greenhouse full English – re-worked with homemade hash browns, baked beans, smashed avocado and sautéed mushrooms with white or granary toast. One of the most popular dishes on the menu is their Nossage Feast – their famous fresh vegan sausage roll served with Stokes red onion marmalade, posh crisps and a side salad. There’s also a mammoth Greenhouse burger – a vegan burger with melted cheese, homemade burger sauce, tomato, gherkin and crispy iceberg lettuce towered in a bun. There are other hot dishes on the Daily Specials blackboard – super-seasonal to make the most of the best of Suffolk’s freshest produce, including pasta dishes, curries and soups. The sandwiches, not so humble here, are amazing. The Mediterranean – gorgeous Vanilla September/October 2019
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homemade cashew mozzarella with fresh basil, garlic oil and tomato slices – was divine. The TLT – their take on the BLT classic – was fabulously crispy tofu rashers, vegan mayo, crispy lettuce and sweet tomato. The smoked salmon sandwich is re-defined with roasted marinated carrot slices and vegan cream cheese, and a variation on the egg mayo classic is created with chickpeas, vegan mayo, celery and red onion, and of course, there’s cheese and tomato using vegan cheese. All the sandwiches are available on locally baked sourdough bread, on seeded brown baguette, or white or brown bread, served with posh chips and side salad and also available as takeaway, perfect for a seaside picnic. Their exceptional homemade lemonade or a lush oat milk latte would top the whole thing off. Sweet treats are baked daily so there’s also a big choice of gorgeous vegan cakes, scones and cookies. These are also eat in or takeaway – from delicious freshly-baked banana bread, to gooey chocolate treacle brownies. Whether you are a committed vegan or vegetarian, an occasional meat-free eater or just love good food, this Felixstowe find is going to be a keeper. It is a pretty little café, packed with friendliness and fine things to eat. Definitely worth a visit. REVIEW: LOUISE CULLEN
The Greenhouse Café, 5 Orwell Road, Felixstowe IP11 7HE t: 01394 279311 www.felixstowegreenhouse.com
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Wine Boutique BY SAMANTHA BULL ARD
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SQUINZANO £18.70
VERDICCHIO £10
ine Boutique has been a proud part of Felixstowe since 2011. In 2017 we moved to our current premises and became a wine shop you can drink in! Our wines are sourced from vineyards that we have a direct relationship with. The range extends to some unusual wines to keep you all on your toes, so come in and experiment. I have taken over since March this year, from a background in hospitality and wine. This place is a dream to work in! We host tasting events throughout the year, exploring different grapes and regions. We occasionally host pop up food events to compliment our wines, which have been great fun. As I have the chance to talk to you all about wines I have decided I will start with one of my favourites… Italian wines. Italy has the most diverse of climates and produces wines ranging from fruity and crisp to full bodied, rich and smooth. Squinzano is an incredible wine from Puglia in the south, a blend of Negromano and Sangiovese grapes, giving a fruit bomb followed by a kick of pepper and robust abundance! A full-on favourite of everyone here in the Felixstowe shop! Verdicchio is a new wine that has just come in. This wine shows crisp citrus notes with a zingy finish (a great alternative for those who want something different to a Sauvignon Blanc!).
All wines are available from Wine Boutique to drink in or take away. 141 Hamilton Rd, Felixstowe IP11 7BL
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Steak Lobster & Co. The
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uch a stunning seafront location for Felixstowe’s freshest young restaurant, Steak Lobster and Co, just a few moments down the promenade from the Pavilion. This beautiful two-storey eatery is just a pebble’s throw from the waves, and the seafood that stars on the menu is from the very same sea, netted by Felixstowe’s finest fishermen. With seaviews from the wide windows, as well as a smattering of al fresco seating, the setting is a real highlight and whatever the weather, season or time of day, the sea and the sky are the stars in the scenery, framed by trendy banquette seating around scrubbed broad wooden tables, dressed with grey linen napkins. This is a relaxed restaurant with a lovely laidback feel and staff who are so smiley, super friendly and on the ball.
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The menu is simple and bursting with good honest local seafood and superb steaks. Starters included gorgeously golden crispy panko-crumbed squid rings, tender and tasty and served with a sweet chilli dip. An oozing baked camembert, alongside a warm, garlicky, salty focaccia. Or choose the 70s starter starlet, Prawn Cocktail, or the lobster and sweetcorn chowder. Main delights are of course the local lobsters, straight from the sea. There’s a choice of full or half lobsters, served with balsamic tomato salad and chunky cut chips, garlic and herb butter or thermidor sauce. With the North Sea as the backdrop, nothing could be finer than eating seafood this fresh. The steaks, however, are just superb – they are all ethically locally sourced and dry-aged for 35 days, chargrilled to perfection and topped with tiny button mushrooms. For the ultimate treat, upgrade to surf and turf and add a half lobster or garlicky king prawns to the impressive steak selection – from rump to ribeye. For traditionalists, the main
menu has plenty of other options - mac and cheese, grilled chicken breast with creamy dauphinoise potatoes, pork belly with mustard mash, red cabbage and cider cream sauce or the beer battered fish and chips, the pan fried coley on risotto, as well as halloumi burgers, spicy bean chilli with basmati rice, or fabulous handmade burgers. Desserts are also made in house – there’s a lush lemon meringue or a gorgeous chocolate brownie, crumbles, cheese board and ice creams too. There’s a fantastic Sunday Roast menu if you are tempted for a real treat at the end of the week, and a lunch menu offering lighter bites and specials. The perfect end (or beginning) to any promenade on the fabulous Felixstowe seafront. REVIEW: LOUISE CULLEN
Steak Lobster & Co. 129 Undercliff Road Weast, Felixstowe IP11 2AQ t: 01394 547257 www.steaklobsterandco.co.uk
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ndependent retailers bring their own individuality, creativity and innovation to our high streets. These businesses are owned by people with a real love and passion for what they do, and for the role they play in their local communities. Coes (our most wellknown local independent) has taken the lead and encouraged more of them to take a bow. This issue we wanted to focus on Felixstowe and just a few more of the lovely retailers that have businesses there. Independents are where originality reigns and customer service prevails, as well as boosting our local economy. If these are values you cherish, make this a year of shopping and supporting local!
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Will MacGowan STILLWATER BOOKS Hamilton Rd, Felixstowe “Stillwater Books is tranquil and charming store, full of literary delights that would appeal to even the most apathetic of readers. We are very lucky that Felixstowe is a town of book lovers, with a community who value the fantastic selection of second-hand book shops that we have. It’s the personal customer service that keeps people coming back.”
Pauline Donnelly P&K HOME INTERIORS Hamilton Rd, Felixstowe “Bringing affordable yet unique interior accessories and gifts to my hometown is incredibly rewarding. Whether my customers need styling advice or would like a piece of furniture revitalised; I always go the extra mile to make sure they walk out the door happy.”
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Andy Cole THE BAKERY Hamilton Rd, Felixstowe “We serve delicious artisan bread, pastries and scones, but also cater for specific customers needs, often baking bespoke breads for individuals. We are very fortunate to be situated within a town with such a loyal community, who genuinely appreciate the independent businesses in Felixstowe.”
Paul Harris-Magri HILLS JEWELLERS Orwell Rd, Felixstowe “Since 1977, we have been motivated by sourcing new and exciting products for our customers from classic timepieces to exquisite jewellery from brands such as Swarovski, Casio and Thomas Sabo. Our customers are very proud of their town and love to support us, whether it’s for a watch repair or a gift.” September/October 2019 Vanilla
Azzouz El-Mahraoui COFFEELINK Hamilton Rd, Felixstowe “At CoffeeLink we are truly passionate about handselecting the best products for our customers, roasting coffee from up to 27 countries around the world. I absolutely love coffee and the more I learn about the industry, the more I realise how it bonds so many people together.”
Nicola Barclay LIVIA’S BOUTIQUE Hamilton Rd, Felixstowe “I love providing a personal and empowering shopping experience to everyone that walks through the door of Livia’s Boutique. With Fashion always being a lifelong passion of mine, I have created a space offering a mix of trend-led clothing and accessories for women at affordable prices.”
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Complimenting your natural beauty
• Anti-wrinkle injections • Dermal fillers • Chemical peels • Skin lesion removal • Acne and pigmentation treatments • Medical grade skin care Dr Rachel Tallent, Aesthetic Doctor MBChB MRCGP
drtallent@tallentmedical.co.uk / www.tallentmedical.co.uk / 166 St Johns Rd, Ipswich, IP4 5DD
01473 845275 / 07824 114275
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UFFORD PARK HEALTH & SPA WHERE IT IS ALL ABOUT YOU Thermal Suite with Hydro Pool, Mineral Grotto, Foot Spas, Aroma Steam Room, Soft Sauna, Feature Showers, Relaxation Zone & Ice Fountain. Spa Experiences from £20pp. Residential Spa Breaks from £125pp. New Temple Spa treatment menu. Open to everyone, 7 days a week. Gift vouchers available. For more information please call 01394 386871 or visit www.uffordpark.co.uk/spa Yarmouth Road | Woodbridge | Suffolk | IP12 1QW
2 for 1 Offer Enjoy a full day Fire and Ice experience with a friend and only pay for one. Relax in the Thermal Suite, swim in the pool and work out in the gym.
£32.50 per person.
BEAUTY Beyond Matte liquid foundation £39.95 Image Salon
WE LOVE... DÍ PALOMO Italian inspired luxury fragrance, bath and body collections at Hintlesham Barns and at better prices than John Lewis! Eau de Parfum £20 Lip Balm £4
Hand & Body Lotion £11
BEYOND MATTE FOUNDATION
Lovelystuff night cream cream. . .
DO I REALLY NEED ONE? It’s something our grannies always swore by – using a heavy cream at night to keep their faces deeply moisturised. But is it still relevant for today’s woman, when there are so many amazing daily serums and creams to La Prairie keep skin looking and Skin Caviar Luxe Cream feeling nourished? 50ml RRP Well, the quick answer is £384 yes. During the day, the skin plays a defensive role, protecting from UV rays, pollution, harsh weather and environmental Lacura stresses. But at night, Caviar Night your skin gets to work Cream 50ml repairing any damage, £6.99 Aldi regenerating new cells and boosting collagen production. So, it’s the perfect time to give it a little boost... September/October 2019 Vanilla
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...from Jane Iredale is a clean, weightless, multitasking 3-in-1 foundation with buildable, stay-put coverage and a natural-looking semi-matte finish. Formulated with skin-nourishing, plant-based ingredients it's 100% vegan and always crueltyfree. Available in 18 shades at Image Salon.
Dermalogica Sound Sleep Cocoon £72.50 Image Salon
DESIGNER VS ALDI?
See p81 for stockist’s details
There are some products that develop a cult following and become iconic. Skin Caviar Luxe Cream by Swiss skincare brand La Prairie is one of those products, and one 50ml tub of the facial product will set you back over £300. However, you can save yourself the £300 and simply buy the dupe from Aldi. The Lacura Caviar range of skincare has an almost exact replica of the luxe La Prairie cream: the Caviar Illumination Day Cream and Caviar Night Cream which retail for just £6.99. Last year beauty editors from Grazia, The Daily Mail and The Independent declared it was actually better than La Prairie! Last time Aldi released this skincare line in a sale, it sold out and ended up going for three times the price on eBay. That’s how great this product is!
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BEAUTY
Rosy Boulton at Crystal Rose clinic in Needham Market
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Diagnostic skin analysis
Crystal Rose Skin Clinic The specialist skin clinic in Needham Market
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rystal Rose is a facialist skin clinic in Needham Market. They provide a friendly, welcoming environment, for both men and women – creating bespoke skin treatments to suit individual skin concerns, meaning no two treatments are the same. The owner, Rosy Boulton, is a registered nurse with a real passion for skincare. She’s registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and spent more than ten years working in the health service, which means she’s able to combine her medical
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background and love of beauty to find treatments that are safe, effective backed by clean science and research, giving clients the results they are looking for. “Everyone wants beautiful, healthy, younger looking skin”, explains Rosy. “At Crystal Rose Skin Clinic we adopt the natural approach using the very latest, minimally invasive skincare, treatments and technologies.” This year Crystal Rose have introduced three new cutting edge treatments to their menu: 3JUVE
Crystal Rose is the first clinic
LED Light Therapy
AlumierMD skincare products
in Suffolk to offer the fantastic 3JUVE laser system by Lynton Lasers. The system is a real multi tasker that tackles a multitude of skin concerns with three laser technologies: Resurface – Fractional laser treats fine lines/wrinkles, congestion, uneven skin tone, acne scarring Rebright – IPL to treat facial thread veins, sun damage, acne, rosacea and promote skin rejuvenation Remodel - Radio frequency for skin tightening, lifting to eyes, jowls, cheeks, neck, décolleté. LED LIGHT THERAPY
Also new to Crystal Rose this summer is the state-of-the-art LED light therapy – Flex by Dermalux, the leaders in LED
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technology. LED light therapy uses a combination of light wavelengths to boost production of collagen and elastin in your skin so is excellent for skin rejuvenation, soothing irritated skin like acne and calming down conditions like rosacea. DERMAPLANNING
Dermaplanning is the latest celebrity-driven super effective exfoliation treatment that removes the top dead layer of skin and tiny vellus hairs that grow on your face, giving your skin a new lease of life. Rosy also works with AlumierMD, a professional skincare range packed with clean, nourishing and chemical free ingredients, scientifically formulated to give you your best skin possible. The range includes skin peels that give skin a real boost – reviving your natural glow and leaving skin soft and smooth. AlumierMD has had rave reviews – including Tatler and Harper’s Bazaar. Rosy says, “I believe it’s no longer about looking ten years younger but looking great for your age, so if it’s healthy, younger looking skin you’re after, visit our clinic where you’ll be asked all about your health, lifestyle and skin care needs during an in-depth skin consultation to create a personally-tailored treatment just for you.” The clinic also offers an extensive treatment menu – visit www.crystalroseskinclinic.co.uk for more information.
VANILLA READER OFFER
20% off a course of any skin treatments Crystal Rose are offering this great discount to Vanilla readers until the end of October. To book call 07967 480323 and quote ‘Vanilla Reader Offer’ Visit www.crystalroseskinclinic.co.uk for full details of all the treatments available. Crystal Rose can be found at Encore Wellness, 20 High Street, Needham Market, IP6 8AP
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HYPNOTHERAPY
CAN HELP...
Helen Wyer explains how
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ypnotherapy is often thought of as helping with stopping smoking, weight loss and fear of flying. Many different fears and phobias such as vomiting, heights, spiders, wasps, needles or driving on motorways can also be treated. Clinical studies now show hypnotherapy to be highly effective in treating anxiety, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and psoriasis. Hypnotherapy helps you to learn to change the way you perceive stressful situations as well as giving you the tools you need to help you manage and prevent those anxious feelings and thoughts. Exam stress and confidence in public speaking are both issues I see regularly as well as confidence for interviews. Managing and reducing pain, addictions, depression, insomnia and sports performance are all areas that can be treated using hypnotherapy. The list is long!
THE SUBCONSCIOUS
Hypnotherapy targets the subconscious level, where all our experiences, knowledge, memories, beliefs and habits are stored, helping us access and deal with the root cause of things. Often, we deal with the symptoms, which is a bit like putting a sticking plaster over a wound, only it never heals completely. Getting to the root cause of things helps us to heal from the inside so the changes we make are long lasting. GIVE IT GO!
You may not realise but we all go into hypnosis many times a day, every time we daydream, use our imagination, get absorbed in a good book or film or take on a task with intense concentration. By using your natural ability to do this, hypnotherapy can help you achieve your goals. For further information: Helen Wyer t: 07795 832740 e: www.advancehypnotherapy.biz www.advancehypnotherapy.biz
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BEAUTY
FROM
£32
20% OFF!
MICRODERMABRASION at WildGinger Health & Beauty
Microdermabrasion is a system of intense exfoliation and resurfacing using ultra fine crystals that rejuvenate the skin. Perfect for treating fine lines, wrinkles; blackheads; blocked pores; uneven skin tone and sun damage. The crystals work as a gentle abrasive on the skin to remove dead skin cells layer by layer. The irregular shape of the crystals helps to work on hard to reach areas without any damage to the skin. Anyone will benefit from microdermabrasion treatments. It improves the overall appearance of the skin giving a healthy glow and youthful appearance. This treatment is on Special Offer to Vanilla Readers at WildGinger, at a 20% discount: EXPRESS TREATMENT £32 (usual price £40). LUXURYTREATMENT £44 (usual price £55). WildGinger are offering this treatment until the end of October. Quote ‘Vanilla’ to receive your discount. Call O1473 723713 to make your appointment.
£100 OFF!
HIFU Face & Neck treatment at Glow Clinic HIFU uses a high intensity ultrasound to both lift and tighten loose and sagging skin on the face and neck without any downtime. The treatment is completely safe and is non-invasive, and thousands of treatments have been performed worldwide. HIFU works best on those aged 30+, whose skin has relaxed to the point of feeling less firm. It works well by tightening the skin and making facial features appear as they once were. The
ultimate ‘lifting and firming’ will take place over 2-3 months after treatment, and continue for up to 6 months, as the collagen and elastin in your body will be naturally reproducing. The best thing about HIFU is it’s a ONE OFF treatment, with recommended top-ups after 18 months! READER OFFER
Glow clinic are offering £100 discount on their full face and neck treatment. Originally £650, NOW £550! *Discount available until 31st October!
WildGinger, 313 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich IP4 4AX
Glow Clinic, 2 Great Colman St, Ipswich IP4 2AD 01473 221312 www.glowclinics.co.uk
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Microblading gives incredible results. The technique produces fine hair strokes, ideal for eyebrows that are: • Over-plucked • Thinning • Patchy • Effected by Alopecia & Chemotherapy
BEAUTIFUL SKIN AT BATHSHEBA 15% OFF MICRODERMABRASION FACIALS + COURSES
Our Crystal Blast Facial is the perfect ‘red-carpet-ready’ prep – giving skin a beautiful glow. Can be tailored to a bespoke treatment for more in-depth skin imperfections. Offer available throughtout September
Microblading at Image Salon!
Includes FREE consultation + top up appointment £300
Sue Adams is the ‘go to’ person for microblading having treated over 1000 clients in the last 2 years 16 Old Foundry Road, Ipswich IP4 2AS Phone us on 0 1 473 2 2 2 1 8 8
or book online 24/7 at www.imagesalon.co.uk
A modern, boutique day spa, an oasis of calm, self spoiling and femininity in a warm, welcoming environment. 3 Quay Point, Station Rd, Woodbridge | 01394 388813 info@bathshebaspa.co.uk | www.bathshebaspa.co.uk
HOLISTIC THERAPIES
Shiatsu ◆ Reflexology ◆ Massage Indian Head Massage BEAUTY TREATMENTS
Dermaplaning ◆ Henna Brows ◆ Facials Eyelash extensions ◆ Pedicures ◆ Manicures Acrylic and Gel nails t: 01473 723713 / 07727 857181 313 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich IP4 4AX e: wildgingerltd@aol.com
We specialise in natural, minimally invasive, chemical free skin treatments, tailor made to your skin profile.
www.wildginger.ltd
07967 480 323 | crystalroseskinclinic.co.uk Needham Market IP6 8PA
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THE
POSITIVE MINDSET
COACH
Katrina Love on Zero Empathy
Simon says...
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ho is Simon and what does he say? He could be your potential new boyfriend but I’ll get to that bit later... I want to talk to you about people that have no (zero) empathy or attachment to other people, and in particular the Narcissist and Sociopath. What is a zero empathy? It’s when a person has no awareness of another’s feelings. Without empathy one is insensitive to others feelings, commits acts of cruelty or lies without batting an eyelid. A Narcissist is someone who is obsessed with an exaggerated sense of themselves, their image and their self importance – they are attention seeking and can be jealous of others. A Sociopath suffers from an antisocial personality disorder, they have a disregard
for others, on an unimaginable level. To both of these personalities, other people become like an inanimate object – like a pen for example. Right now I am taking notes so the pen in my hand is invaluable because it serves a purpose to me, but what if I want to use a different pen? I won’t think twice about grabbing another one, I have no attachment to it, it is just a pen and thus I have no feelings towards it... all normal so far. But in the world of the Zero Empath, a person can have the same value as a pen – great whilst they are useful or pleasing but they can be discarded, played with or broken without a second thought. How can I spot one? Good question – it is hard to do. They can be funny, charming, perhaps attractive, successful... they can often read you like a book. It is with that skill that they will hook their next victim in. Signs? They are a little too perfect, the first date will go really well (because they want you to come back), there will be compliments such as “no one has made me feel like this before/ in years...” You will be made to feel super special; you will appear to have a lot in common; the start of the relationship will be fast; there will be lots of attention and communication initially (known as love bombing); then the attention will be withdrawn causing you to panic, thinking you need to up your game to get it back. At this point you have been drawn in. Listen to your instincts and watch for the signs. Good relationships often start slowly. Take your time to get to know this person and if it doesn’t feel ‘right’ then it’s not and be brave and walk away. The signs will be there, do not ignore then. You deserve better – it’s not actually about what Simon says because chances are he will be lying. ■
Katrina offers 1:1 Skype and telephone counselling sessions as an alternative to group sessions. Contact Katrina for more information: Katrina Love BSc (Hons), MUKCP, MBACP t: 07747 345 384 www.katrinalove.co.uk
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BEAUTY
NEW
OPENING OFFER
Book any Caudalie treament at R&R and get a FREE ONE HOUR manicure or pedicure
Vanilla is excited to announce the launch of a new beauty clinic that is opening in New Street Market in Woodbridge on 18 September. R&R is the brainchild of Sarah Gregory, who has managed an impressive line-up of salons including Shrubland Hall, Flawless Image and the Spa at Seckford. We are even more excited that R&R has secured the cutting-edge french skincare brand, Caudalie, to use for its inhouse treatments. To celebrate their opening, R&R are offering Vanilla readers a FREE ONE HOUR manicure or pedicure with any Caudalie treatment.
refresh renew revive r&r Contact: Sarah Gregory 07766 934 486 randr.nsm@gmail.com 70 New Street Woodbridge IP12 1DX
This fabulous R&R offer is valid from 18th September until 31st October 2019. For details of R&R’s Caudalie treatments and to make your appointment call O7766 934 486
R&R, New Street Market, 70 New Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1DX
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WELLBEING BEAUTY
VIDA HAUS
The new venture that brings life and light to the local community earth and its inhabitants. I also have two young children, and I’m very aware that Vida Haus is part of their lives too.”
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WO BUSINESSWOMEN with a long-held vision have opened a new dance, body health and yoga wellbeing studio in Pettistree with the aim of bringing something very special to the local community. Vida Haus is situated in the old Three Tuns pub in Pettistree, by the former A12, and its creators Faye Meakin and Bilyana Dawson have developed the space to meet both spiritual and physical needs. The pair met seven years ago – their partners have been best friends since childhood – and realised they shared a dream to set up a studio that combined their passions and skills; dance, yoga, holistic health and wellbeing, in a calming space, with respect for the environment at its core. Yoga teacher Bilyana Dawson says: “Vida Haus means ‘the house of life’ and this is the essence of what we have created. We want everyone to
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feel at home here, whether it’s just for a cup of tea in our café, a dance or yoga class, a holistic treatment, a workshop or simply to be around like-minded people. The space has been designed to be inclusive, to inspire, calm and invigorate – things that everyone needs in their life. It offers people the chance to be part of something bigger and we believe it’s a first for Suffolk.”
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ILYANA found yoga just over 12 years ago, and it quickly became a vital healing focus in her life. “My interest in yoga is insatiable and it has helped me find my true liberated self. I have also worked very hard to reduce my personal impact on the environment. “When Faye and I decided to create Vida Haus I saw my dream taking shape; a business where we could make the right choices, work and give back to the community, and care about the
AYE is a professional dancer and has been running her own school, Dilys Dance Studio, and has just given birth to her second son. “I feel incredibly lucky to call dance my job, and being able to fit it around family life has been the best part of all. I think this year will bring many adventures, and Bilyana and I are thrilled to be bringing something we care so much about to the community.” A well as yoga, dancing and ballet classes for adults and children, Vida Haus also offers a range of alternative treatments such as reflexology and massage therapy, as well as craft-based classes such as calligraphy and cookery. The studio is also a place to nourish the body and the café will be open all day for plantbased meals, cakes, smoothies, juices, gourmet coffee and tea, with the focus on local, organic seasonal produce. Bilyana adds: “Vida Haus offers so many possibilities for the community – with a meadow at the back, we think it will be the ideal space to hire for special events, birthdays and supper clubs.” Vida Haus, The Three Tuns, Main Road, Pettistree, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 0HW www.vida.haus
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PHOTOGRAPHY: SYLVAINE POITAU
The space has been designed to be inclusive, to inspire, calm and invigorate...
Resurrected: The Three Tuns at Pettistree
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Partners: Faye (left) and Bilyana
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P U R V E YO R S A N D I N S TA L L E R S O F F I N E F L O O R C OV E R I N G S
Deben Carpets and Flooring provide the best quality products to Ipswich and Woodbridge As a family business with over thirty years of experience, Deben Carpets & Flooring are experts in supplying and fitting the finest quality flooring and carpets across Ipswich and the local region. Visit our showroom in Martlesham and view our large range of carpets and floor coverings, or alternatively, we can bring flooring samples directly to your house where we can also offer a home measuring service. Our range of floor coverings Include:
n Stainfree Carpets n Wool carpets n Karndean Flooring Vinyl with years of experience, Deben Carpets n aCushion As family business & Flooring are experts in supplying and fitting the finest quality We alsoand offer: flooring carpets across Ipswich and the local region.
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Visit our showroom in Martlesham and n Free fitting on rooms over 10m2 view our large range We also offer: of carpets and floor coverings, or alternatively, we can bring n Specialist rental carpet packages flooring samples directly to your house where we can also n Free fitting on rooms over 10m2 offer a home measuring service. Unit N Bristol Court
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HOMES
Candles £1.50 each Suffolk Living
St Eval tinned candle £9.95 Room diffuser £24.50 Zeebra Chic
Driftwood heart £14.95 Suffolk Living
See p81 for stockist’s details Shell wreath £17.95 each Suffolk Living
Crown candle holder £24.95 Suffolk Living
Candles £4.50 Suffolk Living
homestuff home stuff Glass dachshund £19.95 Zeebra Chic
Fox cushion £12 Zeebra Chic
Wooden doorstop £25 Hintlesham Barns
Two wooden pigs £23 Zeebra Chic
Ceramic animal heads £6.95 Suffolk Living
Yacht £89 Suffolk Living
Willow hare sculpture £89 Suffolk Living Basket £15.95 Suffolk Living
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HOMES
2019 DESIGN TIPS
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his is the time of year when we want to make our homes as cosy as possible for the next few months and the good news is you don’t have to spend a fortune doing so. Here are some tips to create a cosy autumn home.
p Brockway Dimension Collection comes in a large range of colours and 3 different qualities.
LET THERE BE LIGHT
Creating an autumnal glow in your home is one of the easiest ways to create a room that looks and feels cosy. Lighting helps to set the right mood and ambience and there is nothing better than walking into a room that welcomes you with a warm, amber hue. Lamps are a quick way to do this, and by simply changing the lightbulb to a lower wattage you reduce the glare and create an intimate setting. It goes without saying that a warm toned carpet will always bring a glow to the coldest of rooms.
t Rugs add insulation and will transform a room quickly
LAY DOWN SOME RUGS
Rugs are always a popular choice for use throughout the year but they really come into their own during autumn and winter. Not only can they transform a room quickly thanks to their designs and colour, but they also add another layer of insulation to keep the warmth trapped inside. There are so many styles of rugs available it’s impossible not to find one that will work for
you. The variation in size also offers great options in how you want to position them in one or several rooms. You can pick out a large centrepiece rug that serves as the focal point of the room, or if space permits, buy a few smaller rugs that can be laid in different spots. Please get in touch with the team at Deben Carpets & Flooring for more advice. f c @debencarpets t: 01473 616097
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LA BELLE EPOQUE
If the industrial, pared back designs of recent years are not your thing, worry not. Elegantly styled legs and accented curves reminiscent of the early twentieth century are showing signs of a comeback in these bathroom designs. Relive the splendour of ‘La Belle Epoque’ but with these designs you have a modern twist. ● For more advice on bathroom designs, fittings and tiling please visit the Ipswich Bathroom and Tile Centre.
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THROUGH THE KEYHOLE
Home offices and outbuildings for working space are a top priority for many buyers, along with broadband access and speed
with property expert HANNAH COOPE R
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UTUMN is traditionally one of the busiest periods for the property market in Suffolk. Children head back to school and are preoccupied, the summer months are well and truly behind us and normality has returned. Those looking to make a move have more time to focus on the task in hand, we see a greater level of buyers registering, seeking updates and wishing to be the first in line to hear about recent instructions. We therefore see a flurry of activity with many new properties hitting the open market – and those off-market properties where clients have chosen to offer their homes on a ‘low key’ basis previously, launch fully to the market to coincide with the rejuvenation of the market. Buyers are suddenly more active in their hunt for their next home. Despite Brexit looming and still no predictable outcome, we do
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however, still foresee a busy few months ahead prior to the naturally quieter late Autumn and Christmas period towards the latter part of the year. The weather this Summer has also played a part in activity – 2018 saw an unusually hot few months with day after day of glorious sunshine. This Summer was somewhat mixed. We are hoping that September continues its trend from the last few years of providing some late sun and that forever-mentioned, longedfor ‘Indian Summer’. This is often one of the other reasons for the spike in activity at this time of year. Better weather during September and October enables us to take full advantage of every aspect of a property, including outside space, prior to those colder and shorter wintery days.
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E REGULARLY mention gardens – they continue to be one of the top requirements amongst our buyers when making initial enquiries, along with schooling and amenities. However, in more recent years
we have noticed a swing towards other deciding factors; one of which is broadband access and speed. With flexible working more commonplace, so is the ability to work from home. Room to convert an outbuilding or create a working space within a home (if it doesn’t already exist) seems a top priority with many buyers, especially those looking to move out of the City. A large proportion of our buyers commute to London, so proximity to mainline stations is still of key importance when choosing a new home. It is interesting to understand the needs and requirements of our buyers, and how these are changing over time as priorities alter. Being able to understand your buyers has always remained one of the important elements when marketing a property. ■ Hannah Cooper Senior Associate Director Strutt & Parker, The Stables, Wherstead Park, Wherstead, Ipswich IP9 2BJ. 01473 220444
Hannah.Cooper@struttandparker.com
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We know what you mean by a ‘big garden’...
When you buy or sell with us, we’ll always put your needs first. If you’d like a more personal and professional service, we’d love to chat
The Stables, Wherstead Park, Wherstead, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2BJ | 01473 852690 struttandparker.com
HOMES
THE GOLDEN HOUR Why it’s yellow’s
Sylvan Shadows £49.75m 2 inc standard fitting Archway Carpets
time to shine!
Here’s a big colour story that definitely warms our cockles. We’ve called it yellow, but that’s a bit too simplistic. It’s definitely not the primary yellow colour of a Joules raincoat, for example. This yellow could be described as mustard, ochre, gold or turmeric. It’s yellow’s sophisticated big sister! ● You will see a lot of this shade on velvet chairs and sofas because the warm texture of velvet sets off the warm yellow so beautifully. It's also somehow, a lot easier to come round to the idea of a yellow accent chair or sofa, than it is to the idea of painting the walls ochre.
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Zig zag stripe wallpaper £10 per roll Wilko
● I know what you're thinking... where on earth do I begin with yellow? A yellow velvet sofa, paired with a brown Spiced Honeyesque shade on the walls with touches of saffron thrown in it's a combo which should be all kinds of wrong, but can be so, so right.
Kasbah Stripe £52.25m 2 inc standard fitting Archway Carpets
Guy sofa £599 DFS
Little Greene paint Yellow Pink
See p81 for stockist’s details
Orla Kiely Snuggler £679.99 Glasswells
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HOMES
Little Greene paint Light Gold
● Yellow hues work equally well in dark and moody rooms, as in bright and light ones. Try pairing with rich petrolly greens, deep teals and navy blue with brass accents.
Haddon porcelain tiles £54m 2 Just Tiles
Custard, Lily Pad porcelain tiles £69.12m 2 Just Tiles
Sulphur, Modern Lattice encaustic tiles £101.70m 2 Just Tiles
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Westend Velvet from £52.85m 2 inc standard fitting Archway Carpets
Jacquard cushion £17.50 M&S
Cushion £12.99 Glasswells
Pappelina rugs to order at Vanil
Lamp shade £35 Next
● Dulux Colour of the Year 2019 – Spiced Honey is the shade of the hour – rather, the whole year! This deliciously warming shade sits between a rich caramel and an earthy brown – perfect for an autumnal makeover.
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Jane Churchill fabrics available through Salt Interiors
BY HOLLY PAGANI INTERIOR DESIGNER AT SALT INTERIORS QUESTION: I love patterns and stripes, but I’m not sure if I can use both together? How much is too much? ANSWER: How long is a piece
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of string? If you love patterns and stripes then you can’t have too much! I don’t have a problem with using stripes and patterns together in a scheme – as long as there’s a common thread of colour (even if it’s not obvious) it should work. It may not be everyone’s taste, but that doesn’t matter. There are so many options to layering up patterns – rugs, cushions, upholstery, even matching wallpaper and curtains together! The new collection from Jane Churchill mixes together multi-colour patterns and geometric prints very successfully in my opinion. It’s an excellent example of how to use bold designs together and it makes for a really eclectic and interesting scheme. Their weave collection features some fabulous textured stripes which can also sit next to their Ikat prints and floral embroideries beautifully. I love the way it can make a room look like it has evolved over time even though it may all have been put together in one design. It’s a much less obvious way of designing but just as pleasing. I think the key thing to remember is that this is your home, so if layer upon layer of neutrals and plains isn’t going to make you happy then use enough pattern to make it feel yours. ● For ideas on how you can accessorise a room or for any interior design queries contact Holly at Salt Interiors: info@saltinteriors.co.uk
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HONEY + HARVEY COME TO IPSWICH!
Artisanal Suffolk coffee house Honey + Harvey are set to open a new branch and transform the former site of Mambos Bar and Grill in Queen Street. The business, which already has sites in Woodbridge and Melton, has built a strong reputation and loyal following since opening in 2011. From its roots as a quality independent café, Honey + Harvey has developed into a casual dining eatery with a focus on organic local produce. We can’t wait!
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LOCAL DRINKS COMPANY WINS AWARDS Manningtree-based fruit juice brand, Barn Farm Drinks, is celebrating after three of its products won awards from the what is considered to be the Oscars of the food and drink world. Their cloudy Strawberry & Apple, cloudy Blackberry & Apple and clear Raspberry & Apple juices have all been awarded a one-star Great Taste Award. Barn Farm Drinks is the only Essex producer to receive stars in any of the Soft Drinks categories. Barn Farm Drinks are pressed, blended and bottled in Bradfield, just outside of Manningtree. They are made using berries which are grown directly at Barn Farm, or sourced locally from other Red Tractor assured producers. www.barnfarmdrinks.co.uk
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CAKE ART COMPETITION
Ipswich residents are welcome to take part in this amazing Cake Art Competition being organised by The Outrageous Cake Company which will take part on Saturday the 21st September as part of Art Eat Festival. The theme: cakes inspired by art. These can be elaborately decorated cakes, cakes as pieces of edible art, cakes representing a famous piece of art, an artist, an art movement or even art materials. So get your cake design thinking caps on! It’s time to get sticky, throw some flour around, have a bake-off in your school, business or home and show off your talents to the experts. Pre-register your space via an easy quick form on the website, registrations will be open until Saturday the 14th September at 12pm. www.arteatfestival.com/cake-art
SAVE THE DATE! Unleash your inner food buff by indulging in a tantalising variety of street food and drinks galore at the Art Eat Festival in Ipswich on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 2019. Taking place on the town’s Waterfront, the festival will see 30 street food traders and eight unique drinks traders/bars from around the country serve up international food and drink for all budgets and tastes.
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or hot sauce. There are perfectly puffed crispy squid, delicately rice paper-parcelled rolls of prawn and mango. There’s a lush chicken and sweetcorn soup. Fried soft shell crab with red chilli and curry leaf was deliciously light. Sliced pork bulgogi salad with salsa dressing was sublime. For main dishes the set menu includes chicken katsu in lemon yuzu sauce, Malaysian king prawn
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curry and the stunning signature dish of Aqua Eight, Alaskan black cod with miso, served with stir fried vegetables and fragrant steamed rice. The Contemporary set menu has mixed hors d’oeuvres selected by the chefs and mains including stir fry black pepper fillet beef, sweet and sour pork, stir fry mixed vegetables Thai fragrant steamed rice, and an extra dish of chargrilled chicken with soya and lemongrass for tables of four and more.
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Dark painted walls, scrubbed wooden floors, eclectic vintage furniture and candlelight add to the ambience at the Estuary ‘where the tide meets the stream’ and the welcome is deep and warm. Then there’s the food. This is proper tapas style eating with your gorgeous glass of loveliness, taking you from the edge of Essex out to the Mediterranean.
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bar, this high street treat is hidden in plain sight opposite the library, buzzing and bubbly as a champagne cocktail. The effervescent Rowan, who honed his craft in the Big Smoke as well as nearer to home at the Mistley Thorn, is the proud host. He’s chosen an array of fantastic wines, hip gins and classy cocktails to make this new venture a certain winner with those who want a change from the quintessential English pub. Behind the Victorian glass shop front he’s created a stylishly modern oasis, with a nod to both the European café scene and the glamour of a late night London bar.
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taleggio and brie with crackers and grapes and a pool of rich chutney, or the meat plate with layers of of lush prosciutto and salami, with piquant giant caper berries, crunchy gherkins and slippery sweet silverskin onions. There are marinated artichoke hearts, or anchovies served with chargrilled capsicum and fresh bread, or salty crumbly manchego with rosemary infused honey and dessert wine-soaked raisins, or spicy peppers stuffed with creamy Greek cheese. All are fabulous for sharing and set of the wonderful list of wines, beers and other tipples to a tee.
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he wines and beers are all thoroughly decent and carefully chosen. The gins include local lovelies such as the Lowestoft-based Tiny Tipple Company’s Strawberry and Basil Gin – utterly delicious in one of Rowan’s fantastic gin fizz cocktails. The sparkling wines, include a properly perfect Prosecco from Venetto in Italy, an awardwinning organic English bubbly from Sussex and the impressive mousse of French favourite fizz, Heidsieck and Co. Cocktails include Aperol Spritz (Aperol, prosecco, soda and orange wedge); Espresso Martini (espresso, vodka, Kahlua and
sugar syrup); Jack and Black (Jack Daniels, Tia Maria, lime and Coke) or Hanky Panky (Bombay Sapphire gin, sweet vermouth, Fernet-Branca and lemon juice). The Estuary is a breath of fresh air on the East Coast and marks a turning of the tide in the revival of this little river town. Easy going and effortlessly cool, Estuary deserves its praise and definitely a visit. REVIEW: LOUISE CULLEN
Estuary Wine Bar, 17 High St, Manningtree CO11 1AG estuarywinebar www.estuarywinebar.co.uk
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The Place to Eat The
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polish off. My friend opted for the quiche of the day – a generous portion of bacon and onion quiche served with crunchy salad, homemade coleslaw and local new potatoes. We followed with desserts of peach and raspberry crumble and an iced lemon parfait and the two-course price of £11.50 per head has to make this one of the best-valuefor-money restaurants in town. It has to be said though that the pièce de résistance must be their selection of freshly made scones and cakes. At lunch we couldn’t do it justice so we vowed to return later in the week just for afternoon tea. It turns out that The Place To Eat is an open secret – the café is buzzing and busy midweek and most folk seemed to be making a beeline for the cakes! Victoria sandwich, lemon drizzle, caramel shortcake, chocolate brownie, coffee and
walnut… to name just a few. Traditional cream and afternoon teas are available from 2.30pm to 4.40.pm (until 3.30pm on Sundays).
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The Place To Eat @ Glasswells Ranelagh Rd, Ipswich IP2 0AQ Tel: 01473 253164 www.glasswells.co.uk
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NOT-TO-MISS EVENTS Ipswich
21 & 22 SEPTEMBER
Art Eat Festival
Save the date for this vibrant urban festival, guaranteed to be a fantastic family weekend for art, food and fun lovers from across the region. Art Eat Festival is a celebration of creativity, art and streetfood taking place over two days along the Ipswich Waterfront on 21st & 22nd September. The festival includes the production of three large urban art murals, exhibitions and an indoor art and print fair. There will be an eclectic urban landscape of live music, funky beats from local and national DJs and free art workshops led by professional artists. For more info see page 34.
Courtney Pine performs at Ipswich School Festival of Music
Climbing, Bermuda Road, Ipswich. It will involve a day of fun team activities ideal for local organisations and businesses, competing against one another in a series of fundraising, problem-solving and indoor climbing (“bouldering”) challenges. No prior experience of climbing is needed and it’s suitable for non-sporty folk too. Proceeds raised will go to Emmaus Suffolk, the local charity that provides mental health and practical support to some of the region’s most vulnerable and socially isolated people. Cost per team of 5 = £125 (£25 per person). Each team member is asked to fundraise a minimum of £100 for Emmaus Suffolk
THURSDAY 3 OCTOBER
FRIDAY 27 SEPTEMBER
Suffolk Fashion Show ’19
‘The Big Climb’ will take place at Avid Indoor
We promise you a fun filled evening showcasing an eclectic mix of high
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street and independent retailers on the catwalk, shopping arcade and a tapas style menu. The Suffolk Style Space returns for another year, where customers are able to browse an array of retailer pop up shops on the evening before the main event. Trinity Park Conference & Events. Tickets £30, VIP £50. www.suffolkfashion.com
FRIDAY 4 OCTOBER
Film Feast
Film Feast is all about bringing local communities together through a love of film, food and drink. They will showcase feature films, at local independent cinemas, independent cafés and restaurants. In addition to screenings there will be panel discussions on important food related topics, baking/cooking demonstrations and interviews with people from the world of film and food. Participating Suffolk
venues and films are: A Touch of Spice at The Galley in Woodbridge; Big Night at The Cut, Halesworth; Back To The Future at Jimmy's Farm and Chef at Honey & Harvey, Melton. 10-14 OCTOBER
Ipswich School Festival of Music The ninth annual Ipswich School Festival of Music showcases top professional acts from across musical genres and involves a comprehensive education programme for pupils at Ipswich Prep and Senior Schools and also local primary schools. More details and full programme at www.ipswich.school/ festivalofmusic Tickets are available from the New Wolsey ticket office on 01473 295900
Woodbridge SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER
Walk with a Fork
The eight mile walk takes place around the splendid gardens and estate of
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16th century Helminghall Hall in Suffolk. Along the route walkers can indulge in local produce. The event is organised by Ormiston Families which improves the life chances of children and young people and their families across the East of England. A perfect day out for countryside and food lovers alike. Tickets cost £25 per adult and are free for children under five. ormiston.org/suffolkwalk
Felixstowe
SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER
Art on the Prom
Held along Felixstowe’s beautiful seafront – from the Pier to the Spa Pavilion theatre. Over 100 artists from East Anglia and beyond will be displaying and selling original artwork in a wide variety of media, including painting, ceramics, glass, photography and textiles. Free art activity tents for adults and children, live music and entertainment.
High Tide Festival
10am-4:30pm www.artontheprom.org
Aldeburgh & Snape 10 -15 SEPTEMBER
High Tide Festival Over five days in this stunning seaside location, High Tide will present a jam-packed programme of new and diverse theatre in some unique venues, talks by worldclass artists, play readings, sets by comedy legends, sing-a-longs with cabaret stars, free late night entertainment at the Cross Keys and more. For all up to date information and full programme of events visit www.hightide.org.uk
SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER & 13 OCTOBER
Vintage & Makers Market
The wonderful vintage market comes to the Maltings with over 50 stalls where the emphasis is on unusual. Expect to find vintage clothes, antique furniture, Twentieth Century
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designs in a relaxed and social atmosphere. 10am–4 pm 28 & 29 SEPTEMBER
Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival The Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival is consistently rated as one of the UK's best food festivals, showcasing over 100 of Suffolk's best producers. The main festival takes place on 28-29 September at Snape Maltings and this year, promises to deliver a jam-packed weekend of fabulous food adventures, from tastings and demonstrations to ‘roll up your sleeves and get stuck in’ masterclasses. For more information visit the festival website.
Lavenham MONDAY 7 OCTOBER
Shopping Day
in aid of Cancer Research UK Over 20 stalls - Hot Footed ladies quality shoes and sandals, collections of ladies clothes for all ages, jewellery, accessories, gifts, plants and much more. £3 entrance to Cancer Research UK (£2 after 1pm). Tea/coffee and light lunches available. 10am-3pm. The Village Hall, Church St, Lavenham CO10 9QT
Kersey
12 & 13 OCTOBER
Kersey Harvest Flower festival
Sat 28 9.30am-5pm, Sun 29 9.30am-4pm. £9/day; £16/w/end; free Under 15s. Tickets can be purchased online in advance:
St. Mary's Church, Kersey, will be hosting this two-day flower festival, arranged to coincide with harvest time. Be amazed by this historic village and church adorned in floral tributes. Refreshments and light lunches can be purchased in the church.
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10am-5pm. Admission free.
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One Man, Two Guvnors
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New Wolsey Theatre 5-28 SEPTEMBER
One Man, Two Guvnors Set in the colourful underworld of Brighton in the swinging sixties. Richard Bean’s riotous farce mixes all the elements of classic comedy into a fizzing cocktail of fun. Mistaken identity, cross-dressing, physical knockabout, slapstick and mad gags are shaken and stirred as Francis Henshall, cast out of his skiffle band, finds the best route to satisfy his considerable appetites for food, sex and moneyis to be one man serving two guvnors. This joyous updating of Goldoni’s classic Italian comedy from the 18th century, The Servant of Two Masters, has become one of the great British comedies of the 21st Century. Tickets £10-£28
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The Night Watch
30 SEPT- 5 OCTOBER
The Original Theatre Company and York Theatre Royal present
The Night Watch
By Sarah Walters “I get hooked on moments. I can’t move forward. The mind has hooks in time, little hooks that trip you up and take you back to way back when.” Tender, tragic and beautifully poignant, set against the shadows of feats of heroism both epic and everyday, The Night Watch is a thrilling portrait of four ordinary people caught up in the aftermath of an extraordinary time. A time when hearts beat faster and life burned more brightly. Sarah Waters’ awardwinning story of illicit love and lost souls takes you from a dazed and shattered post-war Britain back into the heart of the Blitz, hurtling towards the secrets that are hidden there.. Tickets £10-£28
Two Trains Running
8-12 OCTOBER
Two Trains Running
A Royal & Dergate, Nothampton and English Touring Theatre coproduction There’s a controversial new president in the White House, and racial tensions are on the rise. It is Pittsburgh, 1969, and the regulars of Memphis Lee’s restaurant are struggling to cope with the turbulence of a rapidly changing world. The iconic American playwright August Wilson paints a vivid portrait of everyday lives in this defining moment of American history. When Two Trains Running opened on Broadway in 1992, its legendary premiere won TONY and Drama Desk Awards. Directed by awardwinning Nancy Medina, this major revival will introduce this Pulitzer Prize shortlisted modern classic to UK audiences for the first time. Tickets £10-£28
FARMERS MARKETS
Snape Farmers’ Market The first Saturday of every month Snape hosts an array of local farmers and producers.
Framlingham Market Every Saturday in the square in Framlingham.
Jimmy’s Farm Pannington Hall, Wherstead. 10am-2pm. First Saturday of every month.
Southwold Every Friday 9am 12:30pm Drayman's Square, Victoria Street, Southwold
Woodbridge Farmers Market Woodbridge Community Hall, 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month 9am-1pm.
Harkstead Market Every third Saturday in the month 9am - Noon. Harkstead Village Hall.
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Mark Sholl Café/Deli, New Street Market
My East Coast Life
Mark Sholl describes himself as a “cook” and owns and runs three local food businesses; The Suffolk Catering Company, Leo’s Deli in Framlingham, and more recently the Café/Deli in the New Street Market in Woodbridge. He lives in Framlingham with his wife and young family.
What brought you to Suffolk? I’m originally a Lancashire lad, and I use to come to Framlingham to visit family. I then worked in London, and subsequently met my wife, who is local, and decided to move here. Framlingham is a lot nicer than London in so many ways and after 14 years here I feel very much a local.
People… the people who produce it, appreciate it, make it accessible and those who eat and love it. Food is very emotional and evocative, it can instantly take you to a particular place, or back to childhood. When people come into my delis we talk in great detail about cheese or bread and we build a relationship that you just can’t get in a supermarket. We share our knowledge and love of food, it’s a two-way street, a mutual passion.
How did you start Leo’s Deli? I don’t have a background in the food business, but I have always loved and been fascinated by great food. Leo’s was an existing business and it came up for sale about 10 years ago, so I grabbed the opportunity. I then started to cook professionally and launched The Suffolk Catering Company, so the timing was great and my career in food was set.
How did you get involved in New Street Market? The market wanted a café and deli and asked me if I wanted to take it on. I thought it was a great idea to have somewhere in the market that was dedicated
to offering great food and it’s a wonderful space. It’s become a destination for shopping and all the businesses there care very deeply about what they are doing. We are all focused on quality and we support each other as a community 100%. We all offer something unique, great products, knowledge and creative flair – I think that’s essential these days, you need to stand out.
What is your favourite Suffolk produce? There is so much to choose from but, if I had to choose, Butterworth’s Coffee is excellent, and I am very particular about my coffee! My cheese supplier Hamish Johnston is the most knowledgable and helpful person to work with, and my local veg and meat suppliers are all superb. I try to buy organic and local where possible, especially for our salads.
What do you do when you’re not working? With three businesses to run I don’t have much time off, as you can imagine, but when I do I like to spend it with my family and walking along the coast. It’s important to spend quality time with the right people. Good food and good people, that’s what life’s all about. Café/Deli @ New Street Market 70 New St, Woodbridge www.newstreetmarket.com Leo's Deli, 17 Market Hill, Framlingham t: 01728 724059
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