WHM Issue 80

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REMEMBER, REMEMBER THE 5TH OF NOVEMBER

contemporary CIRCUS WE TALK TO PETIT MAL ABOUT THEIR NOT SO REGULAR CIRCUS ACT

the body language of love JO HEMMINGS

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Pauline Clarke Celia Sawyer Jessie Beagley Troy Austin Lloyd Dixon Boris Tyszko Georgina Marchlewski Michael Anjos Gabrielle Woollgar Guy Pearce Matt Price Balazs Hajnal Olga Saskova Abbie Lasham Eleanor Kelly Andrew O’Mara Lee Garret Jo Hemmings

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32 ROYAL alexandra CHILDRENS HOSPITAL

08 LEWES BONFIRE

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A message from the Editor It hardly seems possible but here we are in November, only a month to go until Christmas and the New Year.

As usual it’s been a busy few weeks here at WHM and we’ve been trying to fit in all that’s happening into the magazine and website.

With Lewes Bonfire, the UK’s largest Guy Fawkes celebration, on our doorstep, why not start your own month with a bang? On page 8 we reveal the best local bonfire nights for you and the family to go to, or give some spark to your love-life with our top tips for online dating on page 20.

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21 JO hEMMINGS INTERVIEW

Now that it’s getting dark earlier doesn’t mean it is easier to get sleep. With so much stress in our lives it’s no wonder many of us struggle to get a good night’s sleep, turn to page 30 to see what you can do to help. We all know maintaining an active lifestyle is important to a happy, healthy life but this can often be easier said than done. On page 28 we reveal the best exercise gadgets to supercharge your fitness regime and motivate you to achieve your goals.

Striving for success is something we’re passionate about here at WHM and so we’re really excited about our sister company, ProActive’s, new Business Needs Analysis service. We all strive for perfection and so to be able to have a professional, fully accredited provider assess your business and workforce is invaluable, see Page 3 for details. And if you are looking to build your workforce why not head over to the ProActive Talentbank where you can find details of all our students, find out more on page 12.

The students have all helped contribute to the magazine so please look out for their work. We’re always surprised by the level of talent that comes through the door and we hope that this translates into quality content for you, our valued reader, to enjoy.

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We hope you love the issue as much as we do. For even more news, reviews and interviews, why not sign up on our website www.whmuk.com?

We update the site daily so there’ll always be something new to keep you entertained.

A ever, we look forward to your feedback so don’t forget to get in touch and email us your thoughts at info@whmuk.com.

All the best, 18 BRIGHTON’S I360

JOE

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contemporary Petit

CIRCUS WHM TALKS TO PETRI & RAULI OF RACE HORSE company ABOUT their new explosive show Petit Mal: Concrete Circus

Mal

Does the audience differ depending on where in the world you are?

Yes and no. Lots of people have seen our show once or twice, but in most places audience feedback has been the same. Kids are good audience.

Being on the road a lot must tiresome, does this affect the atmosphere within the company?

Yes indeed it does, right now we are very tired.

How demanding is the routine for you?

What was it that made you start Race Horse Company?

We wanted to create our own material, performances and to be free to do what you feel like, instead of being part of someone else´s dream. We felt that the world was lacking something and we are sure it was us.

How does this type of circus show differ from ones that you have seen in the past?

It´s definitely not traditional in the structure, costumes and the way we approach the audience.

Rauli: It feels like I was a soviet superstar, so much work! We prefer to sleep long and have no regularity, except training.

Do you find the performance as a whole to be challenging?

Rauli: It is heavy and very demanding physically.

On an average day, what type of training do you do? How long do you usually train for?

Petri: I like to be easy going. In a lack of time,I do my exercise in two hours. In a good day, I can even train seven hours - jogging, acrobatic skills, handstand, exercising at gym etc.

For new circus pieces, we didn’t want to hide our abilities like it is done in contemporary dance, theatre or multimedia. We decided to be truthful to circus by doing a show, which is based on our own physicality and skills.

Is there an act or another circus company you would like to perform with?

What can we expect from the performance in Brighton?

What advice could you give to someone who wanted to join a circus or a company like race horse?

Petri: In my opinion, you shouldn’t expect anything, because expectations will disappoint you easily. Open mind approach is the best!

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Petri: I like the fact that there is no act or a company I would like to work with at the moment. You never know about future.

Peace, love and forgiveness.

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Experience Petit Mal When: 17th - 21st Dec 7:30 pm

22nd Dec 3:00 pm

Where: Brighton Dome Tickets: Starting from ÂŁ10.00 Under 26s Half Price

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Remember

Remember...

Just 6 miles from Brighton, Lewes Bonfire is the biggest, and most famous, bonfire night in the UK. With heaving processions and spectacular firework displays, for one night only this small town is taken over with fiery celebrations. There are six main bonfire societies on the night: Cliffe, Commercial, Lewes Borough, Southover, South Street and Waterloo. With roughly 3,000 people taking part and around 80,000 people attending, this is no normal local event.

Not only does Lewes Bonfire mark the date of the failed Gunpowder Plot in 1605, it also commemorates the memory of seventeen Protestant martyrs burnt at the stake for their faith. In memory of such history, each bonfire society dresses in their own colours and traditional costumes, parading through the narrow streets of Lewes to various bonfire sites for the different firework displays to begin. From samba bands to brass bands, bangers and claxons to fires and flares, there’s a parade for everyone.

Wonderful floats, often with large effigies known as the “Enemies Of Bonfire”, make this a real spectacle and the controversial choices of effigy often garnering national press attention.

...the 5th of November!

It’s that time of year again. Pack up the sparklers, pile on the socks and head out in your hundreds for Guy Fawkes Night.

Words by: Jenny Prentice-Holmes

Please note, this isn’t for the faint hearted!

Due to the crowd density and explosive celebrations, Lewes Bonfire is unsuitable for the elderly, young children and those with disabilities.

Rail services run in and out of Lewes but leave plenty of time as there will be large queues. Roads are closed for all routes into Lewes from 2pm with the first processions commencing at 5.30pm and the united Grand Procession at about 8pm. Afterwards, the Lewes Societies march to their own fire sites at about 9pm.

Let the fireworks begin!

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Bonfire Night’s near you: Nevill Recreation Ground, Hove

Saturday 2nd November Gates open at 5pm, firework display from 6.30pm

Shoreham Beach Bonfire and Fireworks Saturday 9th November Procession to bonfire on the beach, will be lit at about 7pm. Free event

Brighton Lions Fireworks Display

Monday 5th November Sussex County Cricket Club, gates open at 6pm £10/ £5

Worthing Rugby Club Firework Display

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Ghost Walk of Words by Guy Pearce & Georgina Marchlewski

The Lanes

The Lanes is one of Brighton’s many charms. With the range of small independent boutiques and quirky coffee shops it’s no surprise that this is one of the city’s main attractions.

But along The Lanes tight alleys and cobbled pavements there are much darker and sinister goings on than meets the eye. A history of paranormal hauntings and apparitions lurk among some of the city’s busiest pubs and oldest buildings, all to be revealed by the ‘Ghost Walk of The Lanes’.

We meet at dusk, the perfect time for a ghost story. As the sun sets shadows creep across the floor and up the walls. And where better a meeting spot to start these tales of terror? The Druids Head, a notoriously ghostly place that holds the spirit of a mysterious woman in red.

We wait, wondering what kind of supernatural scares we have in store for us when we start to hear a distant bell ringing. The gathered audience exchange looks of excitement and wonder as, from where the sound is coming from, the faint silhouette of a figure in full Victorian attire starts to approach us.

We are greeted by Silas, a charming man who wastes no time breaking the ice. With a quiver in his voice and a rolling of the tongue, he involves each and every one of us, going around the group making all of us know we are in good hands.

We set off on our tour, visiting a selection of Brighton’s hot spots with troubled pasts. Each one gets Silas’ full treatment with an array of props, jokes and improvisation.

His commentary is informative and entertaining, his audience both laughing out loud and cringing in disgust.

If the terror gets all too much, one of the stops is a pub where customers can get a shot of ‘Fisherman’s Friend’ for just £1. Named after a spook that can still be seen to this day, knock one of these back and you’’ll be able to face anything that may come drifting through the night.

As the tour concludes we end up at our starting place for one last tale. Silas gets a well deserved round of applause by the group and the nearby pub goers.

Enlightening and exciting, The Ghost Walk of The Lanes is a must for visitors and locals alike.

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Whispering Spirit Stop en route for a tipple at The Northern Lights to steady your nerves. But are you brave enough to go upstairs? The old stationers shop come Scandinavian pub may seem like a cosy place to enjoy a quiet, ghoul-free drink, but don’t let the comforting warmth of the fireplace fool you. The spirit of an old fisherman is said to roam the upstairs room. Whether this is because of unfinished business or a sentimental attachment to the place remains unclear but what is apparent, is that he is not alone. Also thought to haunt the 19th century cottage is a young girl in the cellar. Quiet and reserved she waits underground seemingly of no trouble to anyone, but why is this pub a hive of paranormal activity? Go and see for yourself, is it the narrow stairs? The creaky floorboards? If by this point you’re feeling spooked take the shot of Fisherman’s Friend, named after the ghostly apparition, and see if you feel a shiver down your spine.

The Wandering Nun The most tragic of all the tales of the ghost walk, the wandering nun recounts the story of a 12th century sister whose only crime was falling in love. Going against her vows, the nun is thought to have been secretly meeting a local sailor with plans to elope.

This was her deadly mistake. Both sailor and nun were sure to be punished for their dalliances. Walled up by her convent to a grisly fate it is thought she was slowly encased in a stone chamber to suffocate bit by bit. The Priory of St Bartholomew near Brighton town hall is said to be the site of the ghastly punishment but it is not too further afield that her spirit lurks, seemingly waiting for her lost love to return to her. Keep your eyes peeled when venturing down the narrow passageways that litter the eerie Lanes. Meeting House lane and Black Lion lane have been said to have multiple sightings of the meandering spirit. Witnesses first feel a cold chilly pocket of air before seeing a black female figure drift supernaturally down the alley. Disappearing through a bricked up doorway, a coiling vapour is said to be left behind her. Can you see the mist emanating in the lane?

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Tuesday - Saturday at 7.30pm. £8 Adults, £4 Children, £5 Students & Seniors Citizens and £20 family ticket (2 adults 2 children). No need to book – just turn up! Private bookings can be taken for any time or day of the week.

Tel: 01273-328297 Mobile: 0752-260-5524 Website: www.ghostwalkbrighton.co.uk Email: info@ghostwalkbrighton.co.uk

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a talent bank for the creative industries ProActive Training and Skills Services was conceived with the simple purpose of helping people gain sustainable employment in the creative arts and media industry.

With a background in both investment finance and music production, coupled with a penchant for writing, I started the ProActive Creative Media course to widen and develop my skill set and pursue a career in the Creative Media industry. What’s Happening Magazine has provided me with experience in both journalism and design and, if you have as much passion for both correct grammar and spelling as I do, then I am sure we will get on like a house on fire.

Matt Price Georgina Marchlewski Creative, passionate and motivated, I am a recent graduate of Sussex University with a BA in English Literature. My main strengths lie in writing, social media and communication, but through my time at WHM I have had the opportunity to develop my design experience and exercise my creativity, gaining experience in InDesign and assisting styling on the fashion shoot. Journalism has long since been an aspiration and working with WHM has confirmed this.

These are just a few of the talented Creative Media students who have been working with us at What’s Happening Magazine. To find out how you can employ one of these skilled individuals visit our website www.proactivetss.org/talentbank

I graduated from Southampton Solent with a BA (Hons) degree in Screenwriting and won the Julian Unthank award for best screenplay. Since leaving University, I’ve used my unemployment as an opportunity to hone my craft as a writer while I continue to look for work in the creative media industry. I am innovative and versatile, I work well to a deadline and am easily adaptable to a change of circumstance. Working at WHM has been an invaluable experience.

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I am a multilingual English Studies and Media graduate, interested in Arts, Aviation and Media Production. Since childhood I have wanted to become a pilot or an astronaut but, due to my creative thinking and vivid imagination, I decided to study humanities and instead of flying a plane produce a film about an airport! I am a hard-working team player comfortable liaising with a variety of people, with a great sense of humour and can-do attitude.

After graduating from the University of Portsmouth as a graphic designer, I went on to study web design at City College Brighton & Hove. I have skills using Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator as well as how to manage a project on my own. Though I have gained experience working on different design projects while building my portfolio, at WHM I have worked in a professional environment and gained experience in magazine layout, photography and journalism.

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After graduating from the University of Gloucestershire in Graphic Design, I have been working in the industry gaining experience. Odd Creations are a graphic design studio in Brighton and I have the role of Art Director and Graphic Designer.

Working at WHM has helped develop my collaboration skills and knowledge of the industry. Being given the opportunity to design a page in the magazine that went to print was a great experience and an extremely rewarding process.

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Elizabeth Pereyra Aylas Since graduating in BA Cultural Studies and Spanish this year I have been working as a Social Media and Marketing Intern, developing my email marketing, social media and copywriting skills. I am seeking employment, ideally within the creative industry, where I can apply my passion for digital media and skills in communication and research. Working for What’s Happening Magazine as part of Proactive’s Creative Media course has been a valuable experience for me as I have been able to amplify my research and creative writing skills within a fastpaced environment.

Eleanor Kelly A writer and photographer with experience in the digitisation of photographic archives, I have always been passionate about people and the arts so it’s been a natural progression for me to pursue a career in creative media. With a breadth of work experience already under my belt, ProActive have helped me re-define where I want to be headed. At WHM I have gained the hands on journalistic experience I was looking for and confidence in my writing abilities. With so much happening in Brighton it’s been a fantastic opportunity to get out there and make contacts in my new hometown.

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WHAT’S

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the latest releases in:

FILMS

MUSIC

GAMES

apps

BOOKS

FILMS FILMS Hunger Games Catching Fire Words: Stella Lennon

Pretty much everyone loved the first Hunger Games and, as awesome as the first film was, the second production is even better. With clearly a much higher budget, the special effects and CGI is brilliant. Able to pan out and fill up the scenes with the world they want to portray to the audience, I’m glad to see that they’re putting the money they made from the first film to good use.

The first film had a well-rounded ending but I’m sure we’re all still wondering if the immoral games will ever come to an end. It turns out the answer is, not quite yet. In The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, the ever- corrupt President Snow prepares the 75th annual Hunger Games but the tournament is a little different this time. Instead of just a boy and a girl from each district, the contestants are all specially trained killers.

With President Snow clearly wanting to make Katniss and her accidental revolution disappear, Katniss has quite the challenge ahead of her. Released on 20th November.

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last vegas Words: Sam Evans A film starring Robert De Niro, Michael Douglas and Morgan Freeman is enough to get even the reluctant cinema-goer excited. When it involves them going to Las Vegas for a drunken bachelor weekend, fans will be flocking in their thousands. Last Vegas tells the story of four childhood friends turning back the clock and reliving their glory days when one of their friends (Douglas) finally decides to get married. The film follows the relationship of these life-long friends as it is tested in ways that they could never imagine.

CARRIE Words: Mike Newman Another adaptation of the muchloved classic and best-selling horror novel by Steven King is hitting the big screen. Kick-Ass star Chloë Grace Moretz plays Carrie White, a shy and sheltered high school girl who uses her telekinetic powers to take revenge on those that teased her. Directed by Kimberly Peirce and with a screenplay

by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, this spinetingling horror will be released in late November.

Marshall Mathers LP2

music music

Lady Gaga ‘Artpop’ Words: Sam Evans

After two years away, Lady Gaga is back with her much-anticipated new album, Artpop. Taking inspiration from David Bowie and Andy Warhol, the multi - award winning songstress is, in her own words, creating an art feel to her music, “so art and pop can have an exchange”. Gaga originally started recording for the album in 2011 and it has taken over two years to write the other songs and come up with a new style. With a mix of Euro dance and Electro Pop evoking memories of her first release, The Fame, the album will be sure to get you all up on the dance floor. The main song on the album, Applause, has already made it to the top spot on the Billboard 100 and has been in the top half of the charts in over ten countries.

Released: 11th November

Shearwaters ‘Fellow Travellers’

Words: Stella Lennon

Words: Stella Lennon

Finally Eminem is releasing a new album. The Marshall Mathers LP2 is part two of the original Marshall Mathers LP (MMLP) which was released back in 2000. MMLP was pretty much an autobiography of an album in which we got to know more about the man, his mother and his home life. But this was thirteen years ago, so I’m pretty sure he’s changed.

Shearwaters experimental new album ‘Fellow Travellers’ will be coming out on November 25th.

The interesting thing about this album is that all the material is covers of songs by bands they’ve toured with – essentially a musical diary of their travels and tours over the years. The album even includes an essay about life on the road and, speaking of which, the band will be touring the UK in April.

However, despite the fact that Eminem has grown up since MMLP, it does seem as though Marshall is returning to his roots and more aggressive origins. Dr Dre’s production and the input of hip-hop icon Rick Rubin tease at what we can expect from the album, his first single ‘Berzerk’ seemingly inspired by the Beastie Boys. It sounds promising, let’s just hope his alto-ego Slim Shady will be more present in this album.

Released: 25th November

Released: 5th November

apps

apps dropchord

Words: Zahra Lee

An addictive new beats and rhythm based game with a cool and catchy electronic soundtrack. The exciting, vibrant design literally dances along with the music (and you), the challenges involving you to get into the rhythm of the music. Whether it’s tapping or sliding your fingers along the screen, it will keep you busy for hours trying to get it perfect. On sale at 69p and available for the iphone, ipad and android.

joining hands Words: Zahra Lee This cute little puzzle game involves dragging and dropping the tiny Peablin people into each other’s stubby little arms before they get caught by the “Boogeyman” - without leaving too many of the lonely critters behind! The whimsical music adds to its charming look with a calming feel, making you go ‘just one more level’ every time. Free to download in the app store.

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TATIANA Words: Jerome Heath Smith delivers his most ambitious and politically daring novel yet.

When the brilliant and fearless young reporter Tatiana Petrovna falls to her death from a sixthfloor window in Moscow (in the same week that notorious mob billionaire Grisha Grigorenko is shot in the back of the head) one of the most iconic investigators of contemporary fiction, Arkady Renko, finds himself on the trail of a mystery as complex and dangerous as modern Russia itself. A must read!

Final Fantasy XIV: a Realm Reborn Words: Zahra Lee A Realm Reborn is a re-launch of the Final Fantasy MMORPG that brings you a gorgeously designed world and characters to explore, quest and battle in as your own fully customizable hero character.

Pursue epic quests and battle great monsters and beasts with a party of people from all around the globe or even as a lone wolf as you create a fantasy adventure of your own. Get on your Chocobos and ride into this fantastically imaginative world that is Final Fantasy XIV.

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The Valley of Amazement Words: Jerome Heath Amy Tan blends the personal and the historical, showing us two women struggling to find themselves even as she presents vivid details of time and place that took years of research to perfect. Spanning more than forty years and two continents, The Valley of Amazement resurrects pivotal episodes in history.

From the collapse of China’s last imperial dynasty to the rise of the Republic, the explosive growth of lucrative foreign trade and antiforeign sentiment to the inner workings of courtesan houses and the lives of the foreign “Shanghailanders” living in the International Settlement, both erased by World War II.

books books White Fire Pendergast Words: Jerome Heath Past and present collide in Preston and Child’s most thrilling novel yet. It’s a fun, fast moving and quick read, with the added treat of Sherlock Holmes. Preston and Child have created a storyline that is fascinating from beginning to end. Pendergast arrives at an exclusive Colorado ski resort to rescue his protégée, Corrie Swanson, from serious trouble with the law. When Corrie’s life is suddenly in grave danger, Pendergast must solve the enigma of the past before the town of the present goes up in flames.

GAMES GAMES

Skullgirls

Words: Zahra Lee

Want cute girls fighting over each other in their insatiable need for destruction? Skull girls is exactly that. An indie, 2D fighter game where you can choose to fight with up to 3 characters in your team, each with their own unique fluid fighting style and an outfit to match. Play against a friend or someone online; it includes a variety of colourful eccentric characters. Available to buy and download online on Playstation3. Skullgirls is guaranteed to give that fighter game kick.

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Are you missing the most important meal in the business day?

At the Brighton Chamber monthly breakfasts you can network, eat and be inspired, all before 9:30am. Our breakfasts are your opportunity to connect with the local business community: to meet new clients, catch up with business acquaintances and find out who’s doing what in Brighton & Hove.

Join us at our next breakfast. You don’t have to be a member of the Brighton & Hove Chamber of Commerce to come along, and we’d love to have you.

WHERE: Carluccio’s in Jubilee Street, central Brighton.

WHEN: Usually every fourth Friday of the month, 7:45 to 9:30am.

Dates for events coming up are: Friday 22nd November BOOK:

Friday 13th December

Online at: www.businessinbrighton.org.uk/events or contact Sarah Foster on 01273 719097 or

We connect, we train, we support and we represent our members. www.businessinbrighton.org.uk

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An eye for an i?

Matt Price takes a look at what Brighton’s newest attraction will bring to the area.

From the first Brighthelmston market of 1313 through to the regenerated Lanes projects and the construction of both the Palace and West Piers in the 19th century, Brighton has always had it’s fair share of tourist attractions.

In 1750 Dr Richard Bussell claimed that the area’s local sea water had exceptional healing properties, either by immersion or consumption. The aristocrats from London and the home counties flocked, news spread fast and thousands followed suit, swiftly turning Brighton into the fashionable sea side resort it is now known as.

Fast forward 263 years and the city is adding a new string to its tourism bow. And a sizeable string at that.

Projected to stand at an incredible 175 metres, with an observation pod rising to 141 metres, the Brighton i360 boasts to be, after construction, Britain’s largest observation tower outside of London (even outdoing the London eye in stature by a significant 40 metres in height).

The brainchild of Marks Barfield Architects, the tower, due to be built at the former entrance to the West Pier, will give visitors 360º views, with visibility of up to 25 miles on a clear day over the course of the 20 minute ride. At the base of the structure will be a hospitality suite for corporate events and a restaurant which can cater up to 400 visitors at a time. Tying into the project’s ethical and environmentally sustainable policies the restaurant will source only local produce. There are also plans for a wind turbine generator which will generate around 7% of the towers total energy.

But what does this all mean for us locals? On paper the estimated 800,000 visitors a year to the tower should certainly boost local business’ and the tourism trade, but will the futuristic design overly engulf the time honoured traditional looking landscape of the sea front?

Local hotelier Tima certainly believes so. “ I can’t say I am happy about it to be honest” she begins. “I can’t see the local hotels benefiting from an experience lasting only 20 minutes, and I think it will be an eye sore on this part of the coast”.

However Cathy, the owner of local coffee house The New Club, has a lot more of a positive outlook. “I think it will look spectacular! This part of the sea front looks slightly worn down, especially with all the scaffolding around the West Pier, and I really believe this is what Brighton needs. It will put this town on the map!” Madalina of the Greek Tavern and local resident Ryan were both equally enthralled by the new attraction, Madalina giving it “a big double thumbs up from me!”

It seems all in all there is definitely a good feeling about what the i360 will bring to the local area, even at the possible expense of it looking a little out of place. But, with the last of the funding still being sought and an estimated completion date of March 2015, only time will tell.

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Steki’s

Traditional Greek Taverna

Steki’s is a traditional Greek Taverna with restaurants situated in both Brighton and Portsmouth. We are a family run business serving authentic Greek cuisine alongside a selection of fine Greek wines, in a warm, relaxed and traditional Greek environment.

In November this year Steki’s will celebrate its fifteenth year in Portsmouth.

Our Services Traditional Greek Cuisine Take away & delivery Private hire space Host your event at Steki taverna and enjoy our delicious cuisine in a warm and friendly environment.

Greek live music events - Live music and traditional Greek plate smashing Special menu creation

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Brighton 127a Kings Road , Brighton, BN1 2FA 01273 730202 Portsmouth 58 Osborne Road, Portsmouth, PO5 3LU 02392 750 200

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tHE DO’S AND DON’TS OF ONLINE DATING The stigma around online dating is rapidly fading and of the 15 million single people in the UK, 9 million of them use online dating.

There are now specific sites that cater for people’s interests; as well as sites targeted at different age groups. The future of online dating looks bright and Charlie and Eden believe that its popularity will continue to soar.

Keep it casual

Words: Jessie Beagley

We recommend meeting for a quick coffee to start with. If you want to grab another drink or go on somewhere else then you can.

Be honest

57% of those who have dabbled in online dating admit to having lied in their profile. If you’re serious about looking for love online, stick to the truth.

Be realistic

It’s all very well having a type but if you’re too picky, you’re narrowing your search to a very small pool making it much trickier to find a partner.

Be proactive!

Use the site for what it’s there for…FINDING a potential partner. So go find them!

Choose your profile picture wisely

28% of people admit to using a profile picture that is over three years old. Make sure your photo is recent and accurate.

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Men are generally still expected to make the first move but Charlie wants women to be a bit braver when it comes to dating online, urging women to make the first move. ‘We’re sure the guys will appreciate it, you have nothing to lose, and you can always hide those blushes behind a computer screen!’

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Include something that the person has mentioned on their profile. A mail received with some actual reference to the persons profile will show you’ve spent the time to read their page and you are more likely to get a reply.

Be too picky

Some of the longest lasting relationships no doubt look terrible on paper. Specifying that you’ll only go out with a multilingual 6ft 4 redhead with a private yacht is rather limiting!

Share too much information

Don’t give out too many personal details until you feel 100% comfortable and you’ve had a few actual dates.

Ask the person you’re interested in why they’re single

It’s bad enough having your relatives ask that question at family gatherings and weddings!

Would Like to Meet is a brand new, 100% verified dating site.

Find out more and sign up at www.wouldliketomeet.me

or eeting First m y language te bod ant first da ially import c when is espe is the time he is put t se th becau all men will pressing t into im you a almos effort m u ning maxim if he’s spin is body h d n you a may well be ately it , lti u m Body language speaks volumes and most of the time we are unaware of exactly what messages our non-verbal yarn e that posture ggestures, a u g n away. la to your and expressions are giving away. Once you have mastered the basics of interpreting and using body language imadvantage, gives h you will be amazed at just how much is revealed – or concealed – by simple gestures, sometimes quite the opposite to what your date is saying. It’s a bit like a private lie detector test!

body The Language of love What girls reveal when we fancy a guy

What guys reveal when they fancy a girl

The following are the main giveaways when it comes to revealing what women really think about a man that they fancy.

Most of these are subconscious gestures and we have no idea that we are displaying them. Once you know what they are you can adopt them or avoid them, depending on the situation.

Women average 50 different postures and other non-verbal gestures while men only have around 10 different signals in their repertoire. This is great news for girls because it means that you can make the first move without really having to do anything that men are aware of.

• We push up our sleeves. This reveals the softer flesh on our wrists and inner arms.

• He will run his fingers through his hair.

• We look at a guy, look away for a moment, look up again and let our gaze settle on him.

• He may smooth invisible creases on his clothes.

• We lick our lips or re-emphasise our lipstick by rubbing our lips together.

• We lean in towards or move closer to him.

• We ‘accidentally’ brush his arm.

• We tilt our heads to one side.

• We play with our hair – flicking and twirling it around our fingers.

• We touch our necks and play with necklaces.

• His eyebrows will raise and fall.

• His lips will part slightly when you make initial eye contact.

• He’ll stand slightly apart from the group he was with or move into position nearer to you to block other ‘rivals’.

• He’ll breath in so his torso sharpens while he stands up straight.

• He’ll visibly check out your body, letting you see him rest his eyes on those parts of his body, where his hands or mouth would like to follow…

Jo Hemmings is a Behavioural Psychologist, specialising in the Media. As a Dating and Relationship Coach she has become a popular TV and radio personality, with regular appearances on ITV’s This Morning, Daybreak and a recent ITV Tonight Special documentary on online dating, broadcasted on Tuesday 29th October. (Watch on catch-up at itvplayer.com) For more information, or to enquire about face to face or Skype coaching sessions, go to www.johemmings.co.uk www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine

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One Man

We’re not all alcoholics, and I’m not saying get slaughtered, but it helps!

Laurie Jamison takes to the stage and reveals the highs, and lows, of open-mic nights in Brighton.

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like to think that there is an art to emptying a pub. We all have to start somewhere folks and, undeterred by my recent appearance at the Mucky Duck in Kemp Town, I have plans to clear bigger and more prestigious venues yet. A silent, deserted Albert Hall surely beckons! But enough about my own failings on stage.

ETIQUETTE!

If you, dear reader, fancy having a go at this underrated form of expression, you must be willing to sacrifice. Dignity must be slain at the altar of a mysterious and sometimes cruel mistress/master known as ‘The Mic’ (or Jeff to inaugurated members). ‘Mic’ is an indiscriminate deity.

If you have the courage (mandatory), all you need is a guitar (not essential) and a song in your heart (not necessarily necessary).

For the scallywags then:

THE DUKE OF NORFOLK

THE BRUNSWICK

THE SIGNALMAN

Every Tuesday 8pm-11pm.

Every Monday 8pm-11pm.

Every Sunday 8pm-11pm.

With a raucous atmosphere drummed up by a man named Theseus, this is a really good boozer, full of real boozers.

Guaranteed to be a very funny night, you may find people are listening to you, you may find no one is listening to you.

Choose to do with that what you will. A definite opportunity.

A cabaret-style layout and stage make this seem a slightly more ‘professional’ night. Very popular, you may want to pop your name down on the Facebook group to guarantee a set. This, along with the Bee’s Mouth night on Wednesdays, is for when you want a captive audience that will shut up and look at you adoringly.

Rob Grice, Alan Grice & Jim Matthews run a laid back and non-judgmental night. All talented multi-instrumentalists, you may find yourself being accompanied by drums, bass and various forms of tiny percussion before you know it.

My personal favourite because of its potential for chaos.

Standard set: 3 songs.

Standard set: 2 songs.

Standard set: 3-4 songs.

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There may be no real rules but there are unspoken laws, and most are down to common decency.

• Once you have played, stick around for a bit, don’t just peg it.

• Be seen to be interested in your fellowperformers eg. Clap (at appropriate times) nod (to the beat).

• If using the host’s guitar, don’t go too punk on it, and say thank you.

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Robin Romei with his new single

Effy/(We Are) The Underdogs

Fresh off his U.K tour, Robin Romei is a multi talented musician from the South East of England. Now releasing his second single entitled ‘Effy/(We Are) The Underdogs’ (available worldwide on the 25th November from iTunes), Robin is already gaining huge pre-release attention. With the tracks having been produced by Adrian Hall, who has worked for labels such as Sony’s EMI and Universal, and recorded at Premises Studios in London, Robin Romei is set to receive nationwide publication and radio support.

We were lucky enough to get our hands on an early release of the double A-side single and now we can’t get enough of it. Composed and arranged by Robin Romei himself, we love how both ‘Effy’ and ‘(We Are) The Underdogs’ evoke an upbeat Electro-Rock vibe.

The best thing is that Romei’s sound has something for all music lovers to enjoy as his music offers an eclectic assortment of elements, from Punk to Dance.

And given that his cool vocal style resembles that of David Bowie, it is no coincidence that Robin Romei draws influence from a vast array of artists ranging from The Cure, to The Jam, and of course Bowie too.

We’ve also enjoyed watching the official music video for ‘(We Are) The Underdogs’ (available to watch on YouTube) set in dark and empty Brighton at night.

As the band play in this misty black and white video there is a glimpse of an ever-spinning Brighton Wheel, matching the fast-paced tempo of this catchy track.

With the mysterious tone to the video combined with catchy lyrics, Robin Romei clearly knows no boundaries.

Robin Romei first caught peoples attention when he was dubbed a ‘MySpace Sensation’. With over 100,000 fans and half a million plays, he was firmly placed in their Top Unsigned Artist List back in 2008. Now, also known as the ‘Champion of the Underdogs’, Romei endeavours to reconnoitre an assembly of expressive leitmotifs - focusing on British life in a powerful and catchy pop formula. Well known locally for his live shows, which encompass an electric backdrop of virtuoso musicians, Romei is quickly making a name for himself on the Brighton concert scene. And here at WHM we’ve become his newest fans.

Effy/(We Are) The Underdogs will be released on iTunes on November 25th.

Dates for Robin Romei’s next U.K tour will be announced soon.

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Words: Lloyd Dixon

Oska Bright Festival

Spread over three days in November, the 6th Oska Bright Festival is the world’s only film festival created by people with learning disabilities. A great showcase for learning disabled talent, filmmakers come from all over the globe hoping to impress the community with their short films. Back in 2000, Carousel (learning disability led arts organisation) and Junk-TV (a youth and community film production company) began working together with aspiring, disabled filmmakers to help create and produce their own films.

Three years later, and struggling to find any cinema or events to show these films, Carousel and Junk-TV put together a small event to show these films. Now, the Oska Bright film festival happens every other year and, when there isn’t a festival, the films are taken ‘On the Road’.

The festival launches on the 17th November, films spread across three days with the gala award closing ceremony on Tuesday 19th November. As well as the short films there will be networking opportunities, a video art room and a photobooth where you can take your photo and then step out onto the street to see your picture projected on the side of MyHotel.

Tickets are available from £3 for a day ticket or £12 for a 3 day festival pass which includes access to all screenings and awards ceremony.

Brighton Dome’s Corn Exchange, Church Street, Brighton Visit www.oskabright.co.uk for all the details.

Words: Guy Pearce

Combining live action with stop motion animation, Czech surrealist Jan Švankmajer has been bringing inanimate objects to life since 1964 and has no intention of slowing down. One of the most celebrated animators in the world, Jan is known for his bizarre style and nightmarish concepts mixed with dark humour, influencing the likes of big name film makers Tim Burton, Terry Gilliam and The Quay Brothers.

JAN ŠVANKMAJER

Now celebrating the 50th anniversary of his first film, ‘The Last Trick’, Cine-City (part of The Brighton Film Festival) are bringing us an incredible exhibition of his works, with puppets, costumes, sculptures, drawings and storyboards from his most celebrated films. Also included in the exhibition are Švankmajer’s own concoctions of imaginary beasts that have been created with bones, shells and stones - part of his ‘Historia Naturae’ series, spanning from 1972 to 2012.

If that wasn’t enough, after getting up close and personal with his art, we have the pleasure of viewing his works on the big screen.

A tour hitting several key UK cities will screen both a collection of shorts and features making this an absolutely unmissable event for both cinema goers and art lovers alike.

While you’ll certainly get your film-fix here, when it comes to Švankmajer I’m always wanting more. At the age of 79 he is currently in production of another feature film entitled ‘Insects’ and, according to the director, the film “will combine dark comedy, classic horror...animation and feature acting”. Set to release in 2015, keep your eyes peeled.

University of Brighton Gallery 11 October - 2 December 2013

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THE INNER LIFE OF OBJECTS

WHM MEETS LOCAL REPRESENTATIVES Caroline Lucas LOCAL MP FOR the Pavilion constituency

Mike Weatherley LOCAL MP for hove and portslade

The UK’s first Green MP to return to Westminster, Caroline Lucas Unemployment is a big issue in Brighton and Hove and Mike paid a visit to the WHM offices to chat to the team and see Weatherley, conservative MP for Hove, has made it one of his ‘What’s Happening’. top priorities. Keen to find out more about ProActive and the Creative Media course with WHM, Mike made the effort to come What are your thoughts regarding David Cameron’s proposal to down and meet some of our students. tackle unemployment at the recent Conservative Conference?

What change would you like to see in the next few years?

“I completely disagree with his proposal that jobseekers should attend the job centre every day. Time could be much more “The goal has to be to get as many people into work as possible, effectively spent.” it absolutely must be. People’s dreams are shattered if they can’t get a job and half the reason for doing the ProActive course is to promote a work environment and to get those jobs.”

“It was great see first-hand the excellent programme for helping young people gain valuable and highly transferable skills” What advice would you give to unemployed people currently looking for work?

“Don’t take anything for granted. I’ve got kids in their early 20s who are looking for work, so I know that getting a job is a job in itself and you can’t just expect things to come to you. You’ve got to do things like ProActive. You’ve got to train in the right areas.

And the government’s existing strategy?

You’ve got to do what the employers want. You can’t just say “well I’ve got this skill, someone hire me”. You have to make sure “The current government appears to punish and vilify people you fit into the workplace.” for being out of work. It’s not only unhelpful but damaging, especially for young people stepping out into the current job What can big businesses do to help with budget cuts? market.”

So what’s the answer?

By actively fixing this market, by focusing on providing support and skills to training services (such as ProActive), creating more jobs through sustainable Green policies, and encouraging growth within small businesses, rather than blaming individuals.

How do government decisions affect Brighton and the local areas?

“It’s been a cultural thing over many years where some businesses expect someone else to do all those bits and they can just get on with it, and that’s the culture that I hope my party’s trying to change. I think people need to engage more and say “we’re all a part of this”. People make fun of David Cameron when he says the “Big Society”, but I do actually believe that. I think that there is something to be said for that, that everyone should get together and realise that we’re all in this together. And we’re not talking about money or anything like that, we’re talking about making sure that society is driving forward in a positive way.”

Red tape within Whitehall and the EU is currently halting the introduction of superfast broadband to smaller cities such as Brighton. With Brighton being a hub for the creative media industry (which accounts for 20% of jobs here) this, alongside changes in tax legislations, could really impact positively on the local economy.

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Words: Pauline Clarke

Gardening

HEDGES TO EDGES

autumn This time of year brings out the bright colours of autumn; the trees changing from yellow through shades of orange and red.

Take time to enjoy the show that nature provides. Nymans National Trust Gardens is an ideal place to visit for Woodland Autumn walks or you can check out the following website for more ideas - www.visitbrighton.com/things-to-do/top-10autumn-walks Some people see autumn leaf fall as a nuisance but the leaves can be saved to make a great soil conditioner. Leaves are broken down over a longer period than compost as they need to be rotted by fungus, rather than by bacteria’s that help compost decompose. If you have room in your garden you can build a simple pen out of chicken wire to hold the leaves or they can be packed into plastic sacks with holes punched in them. These can be stored away out of sight in a quiet corner of the garden. Which ever storage method you use, remember to moisten the leaves. For best results leave the leaves for two years to fully break down and you will be rewarded with a great soil conditioner.

Jobs for the garden Any spring bulbs lifted after flowering can now be replanted.

Sow forget-me-nots, marigolds and California poppies seeds with the bulbs to fill your beds with spring colour. Lift Dahlias once leaves have started to blacken, cutting down the stems to about 4 inches and laying on their sides to allow any moisture to drain from the hollow stems. Winter hanging baskets can be prepared with your favourite pansies, polys, primulars and dwarf wallflowers. Add in variegated ivy and cyclamen with a few bulbs tucked in the bottom of the basket for added spring colour. Keep to dwarf varieties for bulbs, robust “February Gold” Narcissus and multi headed Tulip “Toronto” have interesting foliage. For something smaller, try 6 inch high “Scillia Mischtschenkoana” with its ice blue flower and central blue striped petals.

Bare rooted plants can now be planted. While the soil is warm, evergreen trees, conifers and shrubs can still be planted but once the soil cools these will need to wait until about April.

Deciduous woody plants should be planted or moved later when they are dormant, ideally November - March, but not when the ground is too wet or frozen.

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Lift Begonia Tubers sooner rather than later before frosts arrive.

Keep plants in moist compost, somewhere cool and light, to allow the leaves to turn yellow. Leave to dry out gradually and remove foliage. Store tubers somewhere frost free but remember to give them the occasional mist of water to prevent the tuber shrivelling and do not over wet them.

Tidy and cut back hardy perennials; depending on how exposed your garden is some may benefit from being left until spring. The old year growth will give some protection from frost until the new shoots appear next year. Old growth can then be cut away allowing the new to come through (Penstemons and Fuschias are good examples of this). Ferns can be treated in a similar way with the central fonds being folded over the crown to protect it and the outer dried ones removed.

Any beds that have been cleared can be dug over ready for next years planting. Spread over the ground some manure, compost, leaf mould, or as much organic matter as you can to replace the goodness in it. Save yourself a lot of hard work and leave nature to its own devises; the worms taking the compost down into the soil.

Guide to successful bulbs Choose firm plump bulbs for your garden and pots, if the bulbs are too small they may not flower in their first year.

If you need help maintaining your garden ‘Hedges to Edges’ is there to get the most out of your space, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your garden. We treat your garden as if it was our own. If you have a garden that needs some attention or you just need a few hours help we’re here for you.

Hedges to Edges – Pauline Clarke +44(0)7842180282 paulinecclarke@hotmail.co.uk

Ensure that bulbs planted in pots have good drainage, but do not let them dry out.

Cover newly planted pots with mesh or chicken wire to stop squirrels digging up bulbs.

Allow 2 inches of compost below bulbs in pots and at least ½ inch between them.

When planting a mixture of bulbs in layers, continue planting bulbs at 2 - 3 times their own depth with the tips upwards.

Start with the largest bulbs and avoid placing directly over lower bulbs.

If planting in clay soil, add grit to the soil to aid drainage and reduce the risk of rot.

When planting a border, plant bulbs in groups for impact.

Plant a few extra pots of bulbs to fill gaps in the garden and give instant colour.

Finally, remember to put in a marker where you have planted bulbs!

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TOP FITNESS

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GADGETS Want to drop a dress size and live a healthier, fitter lifestyle? Well, no sweat! Losing weight can be extremely difficult but, whether you want to feel great or look great, with our top tech toys you’ll be burning off the calories and slimming inches off your waistline in no time.

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1 Nike+ Fuelband This handy little gadget is great for setting yourself daily goals and getting you on your feet. Simply set yourself a numbered goal and it’ll record all of your activities, steps taken and calories burnt. It comes in 3 stylish colour schemes and even shows the time.

2 Fitbit Aria WI-FI Smart Scale If you’re looking to monitor your weightloss progress then these hi-tech scales are great; tracking your weight, body fat percentage and BMI. Like the other Fitbit product, it will sync all your data automatically through your WI-FI so that you can see your progress. These scales also work with popular apps such as Lose-It! And MyFitnessPal.

3 Fitbit One Activity & Sleep Tracker This cute little tracker works night and day. It tracks your steps, distance, calories burnt and stair climbed then during the night it will measure your sleeping quality, so that it can help you learn how to sleep better and can even wake you up in the morning! All the information is synced to your computer or phone giving you access to all your data.

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Lose It!

MYFITNESSPAL

Such a simple app to use.

Simply download and input your details about your weight-loss goals and it’ll create a custom weight-loss plan just for you! This app has a wide range of goals available, although premium is needed to access some features.

Undoubtedly the best diet app you could ever download, this has the largest food database with over 3,000,000 foods (and growing!). Quick and easy to use, if you’re looking to monitor your nutritional intake then this app is a must have.

RunKeeper

Fitness Buddy

This a great tool for tracking your runs, walks, bike rides and many other activities.

See detailed statistics (pace, distance, calories burnt and time) and set goals to really motivate you! You can also integrate your activity with more than 70 other apps, including MyFitnessPal and Lose-It.

This is the #1 Fitness App on the market, with 1700+ unique exercises, 1000+ HD videos and 4000 images, this app is just incredible.

It includes comprehensive, detailed exercises for all major equipment, so if you’ll never feel lost again, who needs a personal trainer?

4 FT60 Fitness Watch For committed exercisers the FT60 is perfect. Creating a training programme that is based on your personal goals, the FT60 sets new weekly targets and comes with many other features such as Smart Coaching to help monitor your progress and give you assistance.

5 Adidas MiCoach armband Keep your smartphone securely strapped to your bulging biceps with this handy armband, available for a whole range of devices. The Griffin Adidas MiCoach armband is a practical way to exercise hands-free and still keep informed of your movements and exercise statistics.

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We all know a bad night’s sleep can leave you feeling tired the next day, but how does your daily routine affect how you sleep?

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simple steps to help you get a good night’s sleep.

The science bit

Ever wondered what makes you switch off at night? The hormone melatonin has a lot to do with it. Secreted in the brain, melatonin levels are determined by the amount of light the body is exposed to.

More light means less melatonin and more energy; darkness means more melatonin and less energy. So how can we ensure that we’re getting the right levels for a perfect night sleep?

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Consume Correctly

2. Better your Bedroom

Avoid fatty foods at night. Your body has to work extra hard to break them down and late-night snacking has been proven to disrupt your metabolic cycle and body clock.

Ensure your bedroom light bulbs are lowwatt to increase melatonin production during the evening. Yellow, orange or red bulbs are best; recreating the glow of firelight that we evolved to adjust to.

Tip:

TIP:

Cherries and Walnuts contain a concentrated source of melatonin, a key ingredient that helps promote sleep.

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Guarantee your bedrooms in darkness with black-out blinds and an eye mask, you’ll be falling asleep in no time.

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Shut Down

Avoid using the computer or watching TV before bed. The bright, artificial light from the screen will suppress the production of melatonin and stimulate your brain making sleep impossible.

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Exercise Outside

Stretch your legs and step out in the sun.

Boosting your light levels will make you feel more active in the day, the exercise stimulating your body to be energised at the right times.

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Reserve your Bed

Your bedroom should be a place of pleasure and relaxation. Keep it uncluttered and restrict your time in there to sleep and sex - both your body and mind will thank you for it.

TIP: Swap screens for books – reading TIP: Put your desk by a window to boost TIP: If you wake up in the night with an is a great way to relax, just be careful to avoid backlit devices.

light levels and promote sleep in the evening through yoga.

idea or worry, write it down in a notebook and deal with it in the morning.

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The at Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital Words by Jessie Beagle Design by Balazs Hajnal Tucked away at the very top of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital in Brighton is The Play Team, an invaluable team of longstanding play specialists who offer children aged 0-19 support, distraction and, most importantly, fun. With special room’s where children and their families can escape the seriousness of the hospital ward, WHM went along to check out The Play Area and have a chat with Play Specialists Kate Woodhams and Gayle Hernandez-Lopez.

Filled with toys, board games and dolls, the Play Room’s walls are covered with Mickey Mouse and Buzz Lightyear - the huge glass windows giving children a pretty impressive view of Brighton.

The Play Area also has a specialist sensory room where children can play in the ball pit as it changes colour, relax on the water bed as it vibrates to the music, or watch the lights turn the ceiling into something out of a fairy tale.

After showing us around the sensory room, Kate explained how The Play Team enables families the chance to spend some quality time with their children in an environment that isn’t daunting or clinical.

“Giving children the chance to leave the ward is so important as it gives them back a sense of normality which is just as important for the families as it is for the child.”

Gayle told to us just how diverse her role as a Play Specialist is. Not only does she offer distraction therapy, sensory play support and post procedural play, she also teaches the children and helps them to understand what their operation will entail.

With special teddies and dolls children are able to take the toys blood, look at it’s organs and attach special tubes.

Using teddies and dolls in this way allows children to understand what is going to happen to them as they prepare for their procedure – one of many initiatives taken to improve the children’s hospital stay and experience.

The Play Team help children to understand their illness in a way that is appropriate for their age and are on hand to dispel any worries or misconceptions that the child may have. The team support the child throughout the entirety of their stay, working to reduce any short or long term effects of their hospital stay.

To find out more about The Play Team at the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital visit www.theroyalalex.co.uk/play_team or call 01273 696955. Extension 2509 For details on Health Play Specialists please visit www.nahps.org.uk

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The Play Team help up to 80 in-patients at a time, including those in A&E, X Ray, High Dependency and Surgical wards.

To be a specialist you now need a degree in Health Care Play Specialism which you will have to study for at University.

Play specialists help children master and cope with anxieties and feelings, also encouraging peer group friendships to develop.

“Rockinghorse is our official fundraiser for The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital we couldn’t do our jobs as effectively as we do without them.”

Opened in 2007 by her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra, the Royal Alexandra is a leading healthcare centre for children and young people. With state-of-the-art facilities, they provide the highest quality of medical and nursing care in a welcoming, safe and secure environment.

The family-friendly hospital has 100 beds in single rooms and spacious four-bed bays, all with en-suite bathrooms.

This includes eight high dependency beds, three paediatric intensive care beds, a day care oncology ward and a day care ward for medicine and surgery. Their dedicated paediatric facilities include three operating theatres, 15 outpatient consulting rooms, and an on-site x-ray department. Each bed has a mini TV and telephone, and there are pull-down day beds so that parents can rest next to their children.

The hospital places a high priority on safety with 24-hour on-site security. For parents who need to stay overnight, The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital has comfortable accommodation on-site and additional accommodation for parents with children being treated at the Trevor Mann Baby Unit.

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The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital is situated on the northern part of the Royal Sussex County Hospital site, just off Eastern Road in Kemp Town, Brighton.

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You can find play specialists at patient’s bedsides around the hospital as well as up on the top floor in the Play Area.

Would you like your child to meet a play specialist?

Just call the ward your child will be admitted to and the friendly team will organise it for you.

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North Laine or the Lanes?

A history that has divided Brighton

By Jade Hensby and Boris Tyszko

So what makes the North Laine different to the Lanes? Well, for a start, it’s in the names themselves. The term Laine derives from the old Sussex dialect; an open tract of land at the base of the downs which was once occupied by five different open farming plots.

During the reign of George IV, William IV and the beginning of Queen Victoria’s reign the North Laine took shape. Known for its squalor, the North Laine was surrounded by a number of slaughterhouses and it wasn’t until the beginning of the 1860s that this city centre began to smarten up.

The most recent update to the North Laine area is the Jubilee Library and square. In 2005 the City Council redeveloped this gap site, changing the flow of pedestrians to make the North Laine an attractive destination for visitors and locals alike.

But don’t get confused with The Lanes. Originally a small fishing town, Brighthelmstone (as The Lanes was originally called) was built up in the 18th century into a maze of cobbled alleyways in which smugglers could hide themselves from the law.

Today we often refer to The Lanes as ‘The South Lanes’, their long history still evident with flint stone walls, twisting brick paved lanes and quant old buildings huddling together in unique architectural character. You may no longer find gnarly-faced fishermen fixing their nets but, with a wealth of independent jewelry shops, designer boutiques and café style eateries, The Lanes is a must-visit area only minutes from Brighton city centre.

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A right royal knees up WHM supports the Mayors Annual Charity Gala Dinner WHM was proud to come along and support the Mayor of Brighton & Hove, Denise Cobb, as she hosted the annual gala dinner for her 5 charities, held at the historic Royal Pavilion. We were the guests of Jemma Garret, proprietor of the Sun Lounge in Hove and Sue & John Garrett from JP Garrett Electricals, who hosted us on the Mayor’s table.

With approximately 100 people attending in formal black tie for the gentleman and colourful dresses for the ladies, this was a wonderful night out for all. A lovely 3 course meal held in the visually stunning Banqueting Room, which has hosted royalty and celebrities over the years, added to the uniqueness of the event. This was followed by an auction, bringing the total amount raised to approximately £4,500 for the mayors 5 chosen charities.

Age UK Brighton & Hove, an independent charity offering services and activities to maintain the well-being of older people living in the city.

The Argus Appeal, provide support for a variety of benefits and causes, in particular

disadvantaged children, the elderly, the vulnerable and people with disabilities where support will make a difference.

The Martlets Hospice, providing expert clinical care by highly skilled and experienced doctors and nurses through the inpatient unit and the hospice at home service.

Off the fence, a local Christian charity tackling poverty in our city. The charity makes a real difference in the lives of many that are ‘at risk’ in the community.

Rockinghorse Children’s Charity, is the official fundraising arm of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and the Trevor Mann Baby Unit, where they raise money for life-saving and cutting-edge medical equipment.

For more information on the Mayors chosen charities, please visit www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/council-and-democracy/councillors-and-committees/mayor

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Family Fireworks Spectacular Veteran Car Run

Colour Out of Space

November 2nd 5:00pm Nevill Sports Ground, Hove

November 3rd Preston Park (Official Finish Point)

Friday 8th November 6:00pm The Old Market

Get bonfire night off to an explosive start with this fantastic fireworks display

by Brighton Fireworks. With food stalls, glow-in-the-dark face painting and a few extra surprises, your night is sure to go out with a bang.

The longest running motoring event in the world, this November owners of highly valuable veteran cars will be taking their extraordinary rides on this annual 60-mile run from London’s Hyde Park to Brighton.

Colour Out of Space is one of the UK’s leading festivals of international, experimental music and sound. The three day festival will feature over thirty performances from some of the most visionary sound artists around the world.

Brighton Christmas Fair

gingerbread workshop

Hammer & Tongue

November 9th 10:00 am Brighton Racecourse £3 (Kids go free)

december 1st 10:00am - 12:00pm West Blatchington Windmill, Hove £40

November 7th and Dec 5th 7.30pm Komedia, Brighton £5

Get into the festive spirit with over 150 gift stands, seasonal food and drink, live musicians, ‘make and take’ craft workshops and even Santa himself to put some ‘Ho Ho Ho’ into your sho-hohopping.

Let your children make their own gingerbread house this Christmas with a special family workshop on Sunday. Run by two local mums at Brighton Cakes, you will be provided with a pre-baked gingerbread house ready to construct and decorate.

Hosted by the fabulous and feisty Rosy Carrick, Hammer & Tongue presents a fierce new perspective and insight into the exciting world of spoken word and poetry. Forget Wordsworth, this is poetry for the hip-hop generation.

Lunchtime Concerts

Christmas Craft Fair

Burning the clocks

Fridays until 13th December 12:15pm Brighton Unitarian Church £3.50

December 14th 11:00 am Friends Meeting House, Brighton

December 21st 6:30 Pm Madeira Drive, Brighton

Lunchtime Concerts is raising money for the Building Appeal Fund. Show your support and be entertained at the same time; a whole range of different concerts and shows performed every Friday until Friday the 13th of December.

Straight from local artists hands into yours, support your crafting community as Brighton Craft Fair offers affordable stalls to sellers and an opportunity for you to purchase an original creation. Give a gift with a difference this Christmas.

Prepare your paper lanterns for this spectacular annual event and celebrate the end of the year in style. Join in or watch the lantern-lit parade across Brighton and light up the winter night sky.

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Shoreham Beach Family Bonfire and fireworks

Live Music at Chambers Bistro

Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra

November 9th Shoreham Beach Green, Shoreham

Every Friday Old Town Hall, High Street

November 21st 7:30 Pm The Ropetackle Arts Centre £15.50

Head to Shoreham for a fantastic fireworks display with fire performers and a samba band on site to keep you entertained further. Not forgetting Shoreham’s famous bonfire, this promises to be a great evening out for the whole family.

Tuck into their famous Beef Wellington (pre-order only) whilst enjoying some fantastic live acoustic music. Jason Henson books the line-up with different jazz, swing, bossa nova and gypsy jazz duos playing every week.

First founded in Brighton in 1968, this special concert celebrates the 45th anniversary of the Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra. Specialising in recreating the jazz and hot dance-band music of the 1920’s and 30’s, this is one event not to be missed.

Quiz Night at The Marlipins

An evening of Clairvoyance with Sandi Clarke

Big Band Night

Every Monday Night 8.30pm The marlipins pub, shoreham

4th December 2013 7pm Shoreham Airport £5

10th December 2013 8pm Shoreham Airport Free

Gather together a team and get your thinking hats on. Brought to you by the ‘friendliest pub in Shoreham-by-Sea’, Connect 6 Quiz Night is a real quiz with a twist and, win or lose, it’s bound to have you all laughing.

An expert and teacher who has worked across Australia and New Zealand, Sandi Clarke is coming to Shoreham Airport.

Get your tickets and get excited for an evening of paranormal activity.

Get your dancing shoes on as a 20-piece band will be at Shoreham Airport showcasing a wide variety of music from Classical to Jazz. With food available from 7.30pm and full bar service, come and enjoy a night to remember.

Shoreham Christmas Farmer’s Market

Anne of Green Gables

Aladdin – Xmas Panto

December 14th 9:00 am East Street, Shoreham

December 14th, 2.30pm The Ropetackle Arts Centre

December 22nd – 5th Jan 7:00 Pm The Ropetackle Arts Centre pRICES £7-£9

Over 80 traders will be taking part in this celebration of great festive food and drink with carol singing and a traditional Christmas mummers play too. Bringing delights from around the world into the heart of Shoreham, this looks set to be a real treat.

Adapted from the best selling novel by Lucy Maud Montgomery, take your family on an uplifting journey in this show that tells a story about family, coming of age, and the fun of childhood – a real delight.

With a full cast of professional actors and dancers plus a magical mix of comedy, puppetry, music and adventure - be sure not to miss out on all the fun of a traditional panto this Christmas.

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Jolly Comedy, Charles Dickens

Skating and Festival of Light

Zombie walk, with the Mayor

Last Friday every month 8.30pm Heene Road, BN11 3RG

Friday 1st November 2 – 9pm

A well established and popular monthly comedy night, Jolly Comedy brings you six comedians from the London and Brighton open circuit. Resident host and local comedian Jo Public keeps the night running with humour, enthusiasm and energy. A great night for audience and acts alike.

Goring United Reformed Church, BN12 4EA

Get your skates on and come down to our indoor synthetic ice rink. With skating of all ages, toddler duel blade skates, disabled chair access, fair trade stalls and refreshments, you’re sure to keep the whole family entertained.

November 2nd 1:30-4pm Town Centre

Lunchtime Talks: Worthing Library

The Royal Shakespeare Company: Richard II

Countdown to Christmas

Tuesday 5th November 12:10 - 12:50pm

November 13th 7:00 Pm

November 23rd 12:00 Pm

Richmond Road, Town Centre Free

Ritz and Connaught Cinema, Worthing £16.50 South Street Square, Worthing

Drop in to Worthing Library for their free monthly series of short talks. This months is titled ‘Steaming through Sussex’ with Bill Gage (Assistant County Archivist, WSCC Record Office) as speaker.

No need to book.

Don’t miss David Tennant as he stars in this first ever Royal Shakespeare Company performance - transmitted live from their theatre in Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-Upon-Avon. A sell-out performance, this was the fastest selling show in RSC history.

Dig out your zombie costume as even the Mayor of Worthing will be taking part in this year’s Maybridge Keystone Centre’s Undead Worthing Zombie Walk. Meet the other zombies at Worthing Train Station to begin your walk throughout the town centre.

Christmas is coming so why not get into the festive spirit and light up your local community, Worthing one of the first towns to show off its Christmas lights.

Sussex Family Christmas Fair Spectacular Santas by the Sea November 30th 10:30 Am December 15th 10:30 am The Charmandean Centre, Worthing £2 Splash Point, Worthing

Christmas Special Miniature Steam Running Day

Start your Christmas shopping with over 60 stalls selling festive delights and Christmas gifts. A great family day out, start writing your wish list as there’s even a Christmas Grotto for Santa himself.

Despite his busy schedule, Father Christmas is back in Worthing for 2013 and visiting Field Place at The Boulevard.

Meet the man in person and enjoy a miniature steam train ride.

A fun run to help in the fight against Heart Disease; do your bit for charity and jog, run or walk 1 or 3 miles along Worthing promenade. Everyone who attends will get a Santa suit to run in and keep.

December 15th 10:00 am Field Place, Worthing 50p a ride

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Sussex Police (24hr non emergencies) Crimestoppers (24hr) British Transport Police East Sussex Fire and Rescue NHS Direct Floodline Brighton & Hove City Council South East Coast Ambulance Service

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West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service HM Coastguard Royal Sussex County Hospital Sussex Eye Hospital National Gas Emergency Service Southern Water Leakline UK Power Networks Emergency Line Southern Electric

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Youth Clubs and Groups

If you would like your club or group included in our listings or the following details have changed, please contact us at: info@whmuk.com

Sussex ACF - Army Cadet Force Tel. 01273 552222 www.armycadets.com

Saltdean Community Association Tel. 01273 304 617 Park Road, BN2 8SP

15th Brighton Scout Group Tel. 01273 677 031 Scout Hut, Manor Road, BN2 5EA

Allsorts Youth Project Tel. 01273 721 211 69 Ship Street, BN1 1AE

Brighton YMCA Tel. 01273 326 701 55 Old Steine, BN1 1NX

Young Peoples Centre Tel. 01273 733 760 69 Ship Street, BN1 1AE

Air Training Corps Tel. 01273 566 226 Dyke Road, BN1 5AS

Scouts Association Tel. 01903 213 213 Sackville Road, BN14 8BG

Worthing Boys Club Tel. 01903 233 765 Ivy Arch Road, BN14 8BX

Sussex County Arts Club Tel. 01273 702718/ 474865 3 Bond Streets Cottages, BN1 1RP

The Boys Brigade Tel. 07917 147991 52 Station Road, BN41 1DF

Beeding And Bramber Brownies Tel. 01273 871 184 Gladys Beven Hall, BN43 6BG

Brighton Lesbian & Gay Sports Society www.blagss.org Brighton, BN50 9WD

Brighton and Hove Boxing Team Callback via enquiry form

Brighton CYCLE Hire

Brighton Cycle Hire Tel. 01273 571 555 Off Trafalgar Street, BN1 4FQ

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History In Bloom WHM met with Matt Gunn to find out what it’s like to be the fourth generation of Brighton’s favourite florist, Gunns.

“I’ve worked in my shop on Castle Square for 21 years and am proud to be only fifty yards away from where my great grandmother Harriet first started selling flowers on the corner of East Street in 1885. My grandfather carried on the business in Richmond Street, which is where my own father started working with him. When my grandfather retired my father relocated to Sydney Street then he opened my shop in 1989.

My week starts on Sunday at 6pm when I get together all the orders of flowers required for the coming week and call my suppliers in Holland. These flowers will arrive at 3am on Tuesday so I spend Monday collecting flowers from all my local and regional suppliers.

Other than selling lots of wonderful flowers on the street, we do a lot of work with clients from wedding and funerals to charity events and a whole host of other functions. Friday and Saturday are the big Wedding days but our week is never quiet and we often work 12 hour days. Generally our daily duties involve arranging vases for offices, restaurants and other businesses – so far this week we have completed three weddings and many funeral arrangements and we are only at Wednesday!

Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm Same day deliveries available

www.gunnsflorists.co.uk I don’t have favourites – I like whatever is the best quality at the time. Being a florist is sort of like being a chef, everything comes in seasonally and we work to create beautiful finished pieces from this raw produce. I guess we would be better named as Flowersmiths! I even grow a lot of the flowers we sell at home. I have a field full of dahlias at the moment – it’s really quite breathtaking.

No customer is the same and, whether it’s bespoke or ready made, every arrangement will have a personal twist.

Different flowers suit different occasions so we’ll always talk to the customer and make sure the flowers are suitable for the occasion. For a first date I might suggest something small and cute, a taster of what’s to come, whereas for an anniversary I’d pull out the big Gunns and go full-on ostentatious.

Visit Gunns at 6 Castle Square, Brighton or call 01273 207490 to place an order.

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As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, for me November signals the beginning of a slow duvet-descent into hibernation. We’ve been arguing all month over whether we’re ‘technically’ in Autumn or Winter but, whilst the debate remains unresolved, one thing we have all agreed on is the need for comfort.

So, from the best burgers in Brighton to H&M’s new cosy homeware collection, we’ve been in search of the latest trends and tips to keep your heart and home warm. Even our glamorous interior designer, Celia Sawyer, reveals how luxury is as much about comfort as style on p61.

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But don’t dig out your onesie just yet. With top tips on male skincare by celebrity skin guru Lee Garrett on p56, our full winterproofing beauty feature on p58 and Glaze’s full hair how-to on p52, you can still look your best no matter what the weather. So sit back, stir up a homemade hot chocolate (p72) and snuggle up with us as we reveal What’s Happening in November.

Wedding Style Behind the Bespoke Glaze Hair Male Beauty Female Beauty Interior Design Rooftop Gardening Brighton’s Best Burger Local Fish Warming Winter Treats Winter Sun London Fashion Week Trend Preview

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Pastel shades are bang on trend for the Spring/Summer weddings of 2014.

Duckegg blue, sage green and soft rose colour palettes are proving popular already.

What is your most popular request?

We’re frequently asked by brides that they’d like a bridal gown that isn’t strapless. High necks, boat necks, v-necks and halters are all frequently mentioned in the initial consultation we hold with our brides when they are starting the search for their gown.

What colour schemes do you What would be your best piece of recommend for 2014? advice for brides-to-be?

Pastel shades are bang on trend for the Spring/Summer wedding of 2014. Duckegg blue, sage green and soft rose colour palettes are proving popular already.

Don’t endlessly trawl the internet for your dream wedding gown. Seeing dresses in person is completely different to how you see them on a flat screen.

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How long before her wedding should a bride start to look for a dress?

Most of the designers that White Mischief stock have delivery times of 12-14 weeks. On top of this you will need to allow time for alterations to be undertaken on the gown to achieve the perfect fit! We usually suggest 4-6 weeks for alterations. The ideal timeframe for ordering your gown would be 6 months prior to your wedding date. It can be done in a shorter time period but bear in mind you may need to pay rush cut fees to speed up the making process of your gown.

What styles of dress suit different bodyshapes?

Shopping for your bridal gown is more about shopping for a gown that suits your style. There are general guidelines for what various body shapes suit. But let’s face it, not every bride has the same figure and bone structure so each dress looks different! Some curvaceous women may wish to flaunt their curves in a sassy and tight figure hugging fishtail whilst others prefer to wear something that flows and drapes and is somewhat more modest. Each style can look equally as beautiful and flattering because it suits the person that is wearing it. What may work for one person, may not work for another!

We also ask for more thorough details about your venue as well as the overall style and theme of your wedding. Outdoor weddings and marquees for example may be more suited to dresses with less train and narrower skirts, whereas a grand stately home with a marble floor and grand staircase just shouts for a large Ball gown skirt and train.

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The All in one Venue The Venue: Ashdown Park Hotel If you’re looking for a wedding where everything is in one place then Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club is a perfect choice.

From the Richard Towneley Suite (a converted chapel complete with an original church organ, vaulted ceiling and spectacular stained glass windows creating shimmering shafts of rainbow light), to the summer house overlooking landscaped grounds and view of the lake, you’re spoilt for choice in ways in which to celebrate your big day. There’s even a secret garden hidden in the grounds for more intimate ceremonies.

Sound like a fairy tale wedding? With a red carpet, toastmaster, champagne and canapés, you’re sure to feel like a princess from start to finish. Every fairy tale needs a castle and in this stunning venue, set in beautiful grounds complete with wild deer running free, you’ll have wedding photos to cherish and remember forever.

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Very simply, there are almost as many ways to host a wedding at Ashdown Park as there are pieces of confetti.

If you fancy making it a weekend event there’s plenty to do before or after you say ‘I do’. Just a buggy ride away from the hotel, the country club provides the perfect place for a groom to play golf whilst the bride is pampered with a relaxing spa treatment.

The Transport: Classic Car Make an entrance with Falcon Wedding Cars. Friends of Ashdown and fully stocked with emergency bride kit in the boot and champagne on the back seat, they’ll help you travel in style. www.ashdownpark.com www.falconweddingcars.co.uk

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SEWING BY DAY, DRESSING BY NIGHT, LOCAL COSTUME MAKER SUZI EVERETT PURSUES HER PASSION FOR FABRIC AND DESIGN ON A DAILY BASIS. What attracts you to costume making?

I have always sewn and collected fabrics. At school I made the period costumes for history projects, Sindy never looked so good! After having my daughters I became a mature student and took a degree in Costume for the Screen and Stage. In my work the process always varies depending on the client. Some come to me with a design they want made, others discuss what they want and I design the costume before making it. Whichever way, I really enjoy the creative process!

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With a degree in Costume for the Screen and Stage, her portfolio includes bespoke corsetry for private clientele, Victorian dress shirts made for The Phantom of the Opera tour and historically inspired underwear and dressing robes. During the summer she dresses some of the world’s top opera stars at Glyndebourne Opera House and often works at Brighton’s Theatre Royal. WHM got the chance to find out more!

What is it like being a dresser at a globally recognised opera house?

Glyndebourne is an amazing place to work, with a state of the art theatre set in beautiful grounds.

I work on four operas a year and can be dressing a variety of performers from principals through to the chorus. At Glyndebourne the costumes are made to the highest standard and are a real pleasure to work with. I like working in live theatre as it keeps you on your toes! Recently I worked on Verdi’s Falstaff which involved getting the opera singer out of one fat suit, and into another, getting them back on stage within minutes! This kind of plot gives you a real adrenaline rush!

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What is your favourite type of garment to make and why?

Corsets. Corsets are a part of so many costumes!

Though most think of a lavish top garment, often they are used as an undergarment made from cotton or coutille to give the top garment shape and stability. I also love making 40’s and 50’s dressing gowns when they were so much more glamorous than today!

What is your biggest inspiration?

Working at Glyndebourne the costumes I work with are a constant source of inspiration. This season I worked on Don Pasquale where the chorus was dressed head to toe in white 18th Century Costume. They looked stunning! Paintings and films, especially the classics are good sources too.

I find that if I am designing, the inspiration usually comes from a piece of fabric.

What advice would you give to those starting out in the world of fashion or costume design?

There is a lot of competition in the costume world and you have to be willing to start at the bottom, working as the finisher for example before you get to make the costumes. Show your enthusiasm and meet deadlines and people will think of you when they next need someone. The job involves long hours and occasionally working through the night but I wouldn’t want to work in anything else!

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It’s important to choose the right products and ingredients for your hair and at Glaze Hair Boutique they only use the best. We met with owner and head stylist Myles to hear about the overwhelming benefits of natural products and his latest discovery: the Matrix Biolage range.

“Blending naturally derived ingredients with scientific expertise to create gentle, high performance formulas, Biolage is enriched with botanical extracts and formulated to nourish and bring out hair’s natural beauty. Each range offers a unique combination of naturally derived extracts and helps to target your specific haircare needs.”

Chemically treated/ dull Heat styling is damaging to all hair structures but particularly so on chemically treated. If you really can’t resist the straighteners then switch to the lowest temperature for minimal breakage.

The right treatment will be able to give your hair elasticity and restore your hair to health.

Glazes Answer Elise received the Keratindose treatment to promote smoothness and shine.

Keratin is one of the key components to hair’s structure so using an intensive treatment reinforces the cells, making hair strong and healthy.

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Hair that’s been chemically treated can quickly become dull and lose its shine; too many treatments stripping it of its natural moisture. A build-up of products can also leave hair dull and lifeless. If your hair is lacking nourishment and has slight frizz, don’t let it lose its lustre - you can maximise the longevity of your treatment with the right product and care.

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Coloured hair Coloured hair not only suffers from lack of shine and fading vibrancy, but the process of dyeing damages the shaft of each hair, often leaving it dry, fragile and vulnerable. To look after coloured hair you need to care for it consistently, not just when you’re dyeing it.

Maintain vibrant tones by avoiding sunlight, heat damage and over washing; also using moisture-rich products specifically aimed at coloured hair. But you need to hydrate from the inside too. The state of your hair is an indication of your overall health so drink plenty of water and eat a nutrient-rich diet. The healthier your hair, the longer the colour will last, so make sure you take a trip to the salon every six weeks for a regular trim.

Glazes Answer The colourcare thérapie treatment at Glaze enriches the hair follicle with Orchid extract to preserve depth, tone and shine while also working as a deep condition to leave the hair nourished and sleek. Finished off with softening treatment exquisite oil, the colour is left more vibrant, shiny and multi-tonal.

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Hair is the fastest growing tissue in the human body and by using the right products and eating a diet rich in vitamins, nutrients and fatty acids you can really help bring your hair back to life.

Glazes Answer At Glaze, the fiberstrong treatment was used on Kelly’s hair to infuse it with the strengthening it needed. With added Bamboo extract, the series of treatments is designed to target weak spots prone to breakage, leaving hair up to 12x as soft. Followed with an intensive strengthening treatment her hair was left smooth, durable and shiny.

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The cold weather, heat damage and over brushing can all make your hair dry and damaged. Brittle to the touch, damaged hair is rougher than healthy hair and you’ll probably find that no matter how long you leave on conditioner, the ends remain split and flyaways a constant nightmare.

If your hair used to be shiny and able to hold a style but now starts to frizz and become unruly, you probably have damaged hair. But don’t panic! Any professional will tell you that the first step is to get the damaged ends snipped off. This may be scary but trust us, it will look so much better. Avoid heat styling and use a nourishing treatment specifically formulated for dry/damaged hair.

Glazes Answer Glaze uses the hydrathérapie treatment for dry hair. This miracle product uses Aloe Vera and passion fruit to improve softness and nourishment and leave hair hydrated and manageable. It’s important to not only condition every time you wash your hair, but to use an intensive masque once a week and leave-in tonic to ensure hair is fully moisturized. After the treatment, Ben’s hair was easy to style and soft to the touch.

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Get celebrity skin gabi meets lee garret, the uk’s leading skin guru So Lee, why should men take care of themselves?

Taking care of your skin is the single most important thing you can do for your appearance.

Remember you need to keep your partner hooked as there may be more buff fish right around the corner!

Haha, indeed there might be! So how can we get perfect skin?

Well, using a simple soap is about as bad as doing nothing at all, this can leave your skin looking taut and thirsty. Use products that help replace the moisture such as Clinique’s Liquid Face Wash Regular Strength (£15) - a little of it goes a long way. Use it twice a day to keep your skin at its best. If you use it before shaving and then afterwards apply an after shave moisturiser, it will keep your skin happy and calm.

That’s some good advice. What other factors are important?

Try to cut out foods that can cause outbreaks such as fries, white bread, pasta, rice, potatoes and sweets. Research has shown that these carbs can raise our insulin levels, setting off a series of reactions that lead to breakouts. If you can’t cut them out, maybe try a simple food switch instead. So in place of the refined white carbs, go for moderate amounts of complex ones (like whole-grain bread, brown rice and whole wheat pasta) and reduce your intake to twice weekly.

Are there any vitamins or supplements that you would recommend?

A vitamin supplement called Pure MSM can really help with skin and hair. There is also a supplement drink called Fountain which is being hailed as ‘the beauty molecule’. And it’s not called ‘the beauty molecule’ for no reason, it helps build up the skin’s natural collagen thus helping with anti-ageing.

What would be your advice to men who don’t care for their skin?

Buy a balaclava? No I’m joking. My advice would really be to buy a few effective products that you can use twice daily and that fit into your routine so that you stick to it.

Sounds easy enough! Do you think perceptions have changed over the last few years regarding male skin care?

Yes definitely. I feel as if men are becoming more and more ‘metrosexual’. Men are now more aware of what best suits their skin type and pay more attention to products. I’d even go as far as to say a lot of men are pretty fussy when it comes to skin care now.

Yes, I know a few fussy men myself. Do you think that skincare for celebrities differs from that for the general public?

Celebrities always want to look their best. They get the most scrutiny, so most are pretty serious about maintaining perfect skin. They always look flawless thanks to airbrushing *cough*. No, they do get regular facials and use products such as the Mycrolater by Black et Blanc (3 vial pack is £39) which is perfect to tackle blemished skin and signs of ageing.

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Here at WHM we spoke to one of the UK’s leading skin experts, Lee Garrett, who gave us men some great tips to improve our skin care regime.

Does price reflect quality?

Absolutely not. Never be fooled by the price and always look for evidence that the product works. I believe that not all great skincare needs to be expensive; there are many products available in drugstores that are effective and give great results. To be honest, the majority of products have pretty much the same ingredients in them just with made-up fancy names.

Really? Well I’ll be looking at the back of bottles more now. So what’s the strangest form of skin care you’ve heard of?

The latest fad in skincare is snail’s slime. Hailed for its active ingredients, snail extract is popping up in beauty lines everywhere. Packed with glycolic acid and elastin, a snail’s secretion protects its own skin from cuts, bacteria and powerful UV rays which makes mother nature’s gooiness a prime source for proteins. These proteins help to eliminate dead cells, regenerate skin and also grow hair! You can buy Dr Organic Snail Gel from Holland and Barrett for £19.99 if you’d like to give it a try?

I’ll have to think about that one... What (other than slime) is the most popular treatment for men that you provide?

I have had a lot of requests for my hair loss treatment which is called Nanopetide Mesotherapy. This is a treatment involving small microdroplet injections in the scalp, it contains a mixture of ingredients including vitamins and minerals but, more importantly, it helps to strengthen hair and simulate hair follicles to encourage growth, so areas which were originally balding or thinning are restored.

Top Tips for normal blokes • Shaving is an integral part of being a man but it can cause some skin irritation.

Don’t shave against the grain. The blade often nicks the buried surface hair follicle causing inflammation, which is never a good look. Shave in the direction that it feels smooth and only go over each area once. Shave after showers so that your pores are wide which minimises skin irritation and use plenty of shaving gel to sooth your skin.

• Using Sunscreen daily is very important, as it avoids risks such as skin cancer.

Aim for SPFs that start from 30 to make sure that you’re protected from UVA and UVB rays. I’d recommend you use Sunwards (£13.50 www.skinmed.co.uk) which isn’t greasy and is long lasting.

• Stop raiding your girlfriend’s supplies, shop for a moisturiser that works for you. I’d recommend you use Nip+Man Daily Power Moisturiser (£5.95) with it’s caffeine extract that help energise, brighten and refresh the skin.

• This is important to make sure your skin is in the best possible condition. Use Lab series Invigorating Face Scrub (£21) to reduce the risk of clogged pores which can cause blackheads and ingrown hairs. For Acne I’d recommend you use the Acknicare range from Skinmed.

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your skin care Winter’s coming and with cold winds, low humidity and central heating taking a serious toll on our skin, we show you how to fight the elements for glowing skin that remains hydrated and healthy. The weather might be terrible, but your skin doesn’t have to be.

Face

Your beautiful face has to constantly battle it out in the wind and rain and then, when you think you’re safe at home, the central heating is on full blast zapping your skin dry. For a fresh face you need to protect your skin. We recommend Champneys Gentle Facial Polish to revitalise your skin, lift away dull cells and deeply cleanse for soft, smooth skin.

HYDRATE FROM THE INSIDE

We all know drinking plenty of water is good for your body but dehydration is a big factor in winter as the air we breathe is drier. I hate to say it, especially with the Christmas season coming up, but sticking to a healthy diet will also help your skin!

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LIPS

Chapped lips are never a good look and unfortunately the winter winds really don’t help. Top tip? Don’t lick your lips! Your lips will need protecting and nourishing in order for new skin cells to grow so, if they do end up chapped, remove the dead skin cells with a toothbrush, pat dry and apply a balm.

HANDS

The winter air isn’t kind to our hands either. To prevent your hands from dryness, wear gloves when possible and avoid warm hand dryers. Stick to a good hand moisturizer, applying regularly throughout the day. For an effective and natural hand cream we recommend the ‘Small Harvests’ range by Caudalie, available in Blackcurrant Leaf, Grapevine Honey and Pink Grapefruit (RRP £6).

BODY

Have you noticed other areas of your body becoming more sensitive during the winter months? Wrap up warm, cover up and don’t forget to moisturize! Laver up your legs, arms, elbows and knees as these areas dry out easily. For best results apply your moisturizer after a bath or shower to help trap moisture in before it evaporates.

SHORT ON TIME?

Is your skin crying out for some TLC but you’re short on time to hydrate? Look no further than our ultimate winter hero product – Champneys Skin Comforting Miracle Balm. A super-intensive quick-fix treatment that will rescue and revive dry, chapped skin in an instant – at just £5.50 we’d be lost without it!

(Available online at www.champneys.com, Boots stores nationwide and www.boots.com)

WIN YOUR OWN WINTER PROOF SKINCARE To help keep skin silky and smooth be sure to stick to products that contain high levels of oil; creams with a higher oil content proven to keep the skin supple for longer. We love Champneys products for their naturally healing and protective properties, their Gentle Facial Polish containing rose flower oil, citrus oil, chamomile oil, bergamot oil and orange oil. Now that’s a whole lot of lovely oils to keep you feeling fresh so why not enter our competition and be in with a chance of winning?

‘Like’ us on Facebook or send your name, telephone number, email and address to info@whmuk.com or What’s Happening Magazine, 22 Old Steine, Brighton, BN1 1EL and we’ll pick 5 lucky readers to win a Champneys Gentle Facial Polish. Deadline for entries: November 30th 2013.

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Design like the stars

This month Hannah Frankie Staff talks to WHM’s resident celebrity designer Celia Sawyer about the first stages of interior design and how you should make your space work for you.

Visit Celia’s website www.celiasawyer.com for her full portfolio and design collection.

Get stylish with Celia Sawyer

“You have to trust your taste. Nine times out of ten my clients and I like the same things so on Four Rooms I only ever buy what I like. People can be greedy and unrealistic but getting a good deal is part of the fun. You have to take the same approach with design. I don’t decorate because it’s winter and I want a dark room to match. I decorate a room how it allows me too. When designing for a client you have to look at the room and the clients personality.

Sometimes people come to me with grand ideas of what they want and I have to say no. What they want is important so I do always listen, and then twist their arm.

My home is very cool. I keep it uncluttered and comfortable – comfort is crucial. You have to have a balance between style and comfort. Furniture should not only look but feel luxurious. Enjoy the space you live in.

Relax into the design. I tend to stick to a neutral palette as I love monochrome and prefer to play with colour in accessories, rather than paint. Last month I spoke about creating mood with ambient lighting and star pieces.

This is where you can get really creative. One of my favourite things to do in a white room (clients without kids obviously!) is to inject some ‘wow’ with a bold red statement chair. In my own home I have a 1960’s coffee table with bronze ram heads – it’s a conversation piece for sure!

Before you begin any decoration project it’s important to understand your design. You can always add to a room but overloading and doing too much at once often ends in disaster. Spend time reading magazines and trawling websites, creating a mood board from your cut-outs.

This is your starting point. Go into fabric shops, paint shops, furniture shops and pick up samples to add to your mood board. Gradually you’ll start to see the room come together. Leave the mood board out and look at it regularly, your taste and preferences will change considerably week by week. Be realistic and choose colours, furniture and accessories you know you can live with. My top tip? Take your time.”

Next month we’ll be talking to Celia all about her nomination for Inspirational Celebrity at this year’s Inspiration Awards for Women, getting her advice for young entrepreneurs and women in business.

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Like fashion, interior design goes through trends. As the high street follows the runway, so too does fashion for the home.

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perfect Match Home is where the heart is, so it’s important that you’re well suited.

Follow these tips for a harmonious relationship with the space around you.

So how do you decide on a look that’s both stylish and seasonal? The key is in your colour palette. Your choice of colour scheme will not only reflect your taste but determine how you will live in that space. We all make associations with colour and it’s therefore important to consider what colours you’re comfortable with and how they make you feel.

A great way to get to grips with the rules and relationships of colour is with a colour wheel.

Colours are divided into three types: primary (red, blue and yellow - the three key colours which cannot be made from any other colour), secondary (equal combinations of two primary colours) and tertiary (a 2:1 mix of a primary with secondary colour). The basic theory for a harmonious colour scheme is to choose two opposite colours, three colours equally spaced around the wheel, or two pairs of colours (a total of four) which are opposite each other.

A colour wheel can also be useful when creating mood and atmosphere; the wheel divided into warm and cool colours. Warm colours (reds, oranges and yellows) will give a cosiness and depth to large rooms whilst cool colours (blues, greens and purples) create a calming space to relax in. Balancing and contrasting colour tones and temperatures is an important factor in any interior design and you should be careful not to stick to just one. From small splashes of accent colour in accessories to a bold explosion on your walls, changing the colour scheme of your home is an inexpensive way to update the overall character and design.

With paints, wallpapers, fabrics and furnishings available in an infinite array of colours, patterns and prints, the only limit on your colour creativity is your imagination.

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Feel the warmth this winter and layer up your living room with bold colours, rich fabrics and striking furnishings - all from our favourite high street store H&M.

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It may be dark outside but don’t shy away from deep colours and bold textures for your home. Take inspiration from November’s winter skies - dramatic feature walls in a charcoal palette make the perfect backdrop for creating character and warmth. Choose a rich grey for a sophisticated look that’s intimate and inviting- the larger the room the darker your grey should be. Statement wallpapers and patterned fabrics will add depth to your design; warming velvets and brassy gold metallics offsetting the moody tones and softening the contemporary finish. Investing in new cushions, curtains and throws is an easy and affordable way to instantly update any interior and with H&M’s homeware collection you too can achieve designer-style at high street prices.

Old-time elegance with 21st century style?

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Brightons original and favourite pottery painting cafe

Paint Pots

Brighton

For 16 years Paint Pots has quietly thrived. Just one minute from Brighton Train Station, this is the original (and, in our opinion, best) pottery café in Brighton, fondly known to regulars as ‘the fishbowl’. And it is the perfect place for people watching. Trafalgar Street might now be overflowing with cafes, coffee shops and hair salons but when Vicki first set up paint pots 16 years ago it was quite a different story. “No one could understand why I wanted to set up shop here – Trafalgar Street was derelict. Now it’s no wonder they say Brighton’s a city that never sleeps – it’s buzzing on so much caffeine!”

Perhaps the only actual Northerner in the North Laine, Vicki has become one of those locals you just can’t forget. “I thought the best way to become a Brightonian was to open a shop and so I did just that. I’ve watched the city change and have seen customers grow from babies to adults – it’s a privilege.”

Paint Pots pride themselves on being the most experienced baby foot-printers and hand-printers in Brighton and it’s this real emphasis on teaching and advice that sets Paint Pots apart. “We want every customer to walk away proud of what they’ve created. I’m not interested in cramming in as many people as possible, I’d rather give attention to those who are here.”

Vicki is all for a relaxed and lively atmosphere and it’s this northern soul which just can’t begin to contemplate the idea of charging customers £2 for a mug of hot water and a tea bag. “We’re surrounded by the best coffee, food and booze in the city – make the most of it. Bring food! Bring wine! Have fun!”

Total pottery novices, we went along on a Wednesday evening after work. Two hours later we emerged, grinning, our candy-coloured mugs ready to be fired in the kiln. Thankfully, Vicki had suggestively shaped our grand designs into more realistic ones and we actually stood some chance of receiving something presentable. So why not have a go yourself? Head down to Paint Pots and see what has made pottery painting just so successful.

open Monday – Saturday 11am – 7pm

Sunday 12pm – 5pm.

Spaces are limited so book ahead to avoid disappointment.

Paint Pots Brighton, 39 Trafalgar Street, BN1 4ED www.paintingpotterybrighton.co.uk

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Sprouting from the rooftops

with rooftops becoming the new garden patch and balconies the new furrow, growing your own has never looked so good. matt price tells us how.

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Here are some of our top tips to get you started in this new green pursuit: Container Choice Near enough anything can be used for growing vegetables.

DIY stores and garden centres both have a large selection of containers.

Material Although clay and terracotta have an aesthetically pleasing appeal, they won’t last as long as metal or plastic containers. Household items like old pots, baths, jars and tins can also add a quirky look.

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Drainage If your container doesn’t come pre-drilled, you will need to drill your holes in the base to give sufficient drainage.

Size For single specimens, choose a container large enough to hold the roots without being crushed.

Containers with a depth of around 15cm are perfect for salads and herbs, whereas root vegetables will need a soil depth of around 30-45 cm.

Compost Either a peat based or peat free multi purpose compost will be perfect for most crops. Mixing composted manure into the compost in the lower half of the container is a very effective organic fertiliser.

Positioning Most vegetables grow best in a sunny position, although lettuce, peas and spinach can be placed in shadier spots.

Sheltering from cold and strong winds is also highly beneficial.

Crowned the Green Capital of Britain, Brighton and Hove’s earmark to success has always been its pioneering and development of sustainable practices.

From its eco friendly bus service to its green flag parks and numerous cycle paths meandering across the landscape, the city’s residents have all the tools to keep their carbon stamp as low as possible.

But, with around a quarter of our ecological and environmental footprint coming from food production, a new trend, supported by a council backed initiative, is sweeping the gardening community and leaving the environmentalists singing from the rooftops.

With demand for allotments greater than available plots, residents and organisations alike are turning to their habitable space as a means of growing their own produce. As rooftops become the new garden patch, and balconies the new furrow, increased sustainability is not the only fruit of labour gained from the practice. Physical and mental health are strengthened from the activity, as well as greater bio diversity and a greener urban landscape.

Seed Sowing How the seeds are sown is dependent on which crops you are growing. Most vegetables are grown by direct sowing.

Create a shallow trench with a hand trowel, sow the seed directly in and then cover with soil that is lightly firmed down, as evenly as possible.

Watering Ideally the soil should always be evenly moist. Container crops will need you to supply water every few days, and even once a day in the summer season.

Weeding Some crops, especially carrots and onions will have the growth reduced if weeds are allowed to interfere. Using a dutch hoe on any weeds will eliminate the problem with ease.

Pests Unfortunately a healthy crop may attract pests. Covering plants with a horticultural fleece can prevent insects and birds reaching the plants. Make sure the edges of the fleece are buried to prevent pest access, but loose enough over the plant to allow growth.

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‘The as n know man who prefers to be look ’t doesn It panic. don’t ’t, haven who those to heard of it but like it’s going away anytime soon.

When lifelong friends, Nadz and Pip, dreamed up an idea involving chicken and a barbecue, Burger Brothers was born. From a fun experiment selling barbecued jerk chicken to Gay Pride revellers to this new, cult burger mecca, their immediate , and growing, success is down to word of mouth.

settling on The Troll and his Pantry had had a few homes before blins’ Hobgo ‘The of tage advan full taking n, its current locatio r burge sional newly revamped garden area. When my profes and sun, of lots still g, evenin photographer and I arrive it is early a hefty warm. Even before The Troll and his minions have set up, ring. crowd is gathe

So, the chicken came first (finally the truth!) and consequently we proceed to the main event. We asked what they recommend?

“We don’t do recommendations... they’re all amaz ing”. Choosing was difficult but, after deciding on our final two, it would seem the lads were right.

d. The Everything on the menu, when possible, is locally source red occur er disast ry delive a after buns Troll even makes his own ). (£8.50 tain’ Moun y ‘Smok the up, First baker. local when using a am’s Langh , sauce Local, oak smoked bacon, Olde English spiced d tomato, beer BBQ sauce, smoked Sussex cheese, vine ripene good. it’s and earthy garlic mayo and salad - it’s divisive, Next up, the ‘Stinky Breath’ (£7.50). Unashamedly cheese, blue on Bright ovy, it involves Troll Stink Sauce (anch and mayo garlic , onion salad, e, chees Sussex beer, garlic) St Giles it is y, quickl too far again, once And bliss. i umam is gherkins. It “My le, possib is ing gone. So, what’s next? With The Troll, anyth every waking moment is burgers” he growls. www.facebook.com/thetrollspantry The Hobgoblin Pub, 31 York Place, Circus Street, BN1 4GU

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At £8.50 ‘The Bennetton’ combines award winn ing Tuxford & Tebbutt blue stilton, Portobello mushroom, pancetta, wasabi mayo, caramelised onions and balsamic vineg ar glaze. It’s heavenly. The whole thing works unbelievab ly well, and the wasabi mayo cuts through the powerful flavours of the beef and stilton like a diamond edged sushi knife.

To the ‘Veggie Special’ (£7.50). Beachwood smoked cheese, roasted peppers, wild rocket, caramelised onion s, salsa, cracked black pepper mayo, and a pattie that contains just about every vegetable you can think of. I have had many veggi e burgers over the years but none have come so close to maki ng me shun the meat in favour of the vegetable option. It is, indee d, special. www.facebook.com/burgerbrothersbrighton 97 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YE 01273 706980

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BRIGHTON BURGER In the heart of the Lanes resides one of the gem lettuce jewels in Brighton’s burger crown. Jules, one time chef, full time burger enthusiast, runs operations in a relaxed and genuine manner.

Striking a commendable balance between qual daring, exciting menu offers so much for relati ity and value, a vely little cost. Boar, Kangaroo and Buffalo burgers are regular features, and for as little as £5.50 for one of these specials it seem s almost too good to be true.

When you think you could spend more on a Maccy D’s or one of the KFC Colonel’s many concoctions, there is little excuse not to go. I ask Jules about the recent burger boom and whether he thinks the market has become saturated . “Not really, I mean you hear people say there is a burger war, but there’s no maliciousness between any of us. I just think, how man y millions of tourists come to Brighton every year? There’s actu ally plenty to go round.”

So continue to spread the love people, we are spoilt for choice, and choice is a very good thing.

Surprise surprise burger time! First the outr ageously good looking ‘Hill ‘o’ Beans’ burger. My professional burg er photographer went flat out, adding onion rings, cheese, salad , tomatoes, mayo and chilli sauce. All for 4 quid! It was proper.

The pattie had texture and wasn’t dry, the beans tasted delicious and made you feel nice and smug at the same time for being so bloomin healthy! Sat outside in the sun, munching away with a content heart and full belly, there ain’t many places I’d rather be. www.facebook.com/brightonburger 11a Market Street, Brighton, BN1 1HH

BURGER OFF cheap, and superbly tasty Back to burger basics at this honest, burger bar. good. No, better than good.

All three of our establishments are nd. However, I believe a They are, we believe, the best arou when visiting each place. The different perspective must be taken after chowing down at Burger others could be called pioneers but, ng, just why did they bother?

Off, you may catch yourself wonderi just hiked their prices after Very modestly priced (they have only ly low) Burger Off serve the 11 years of keeping them resolute and several other variations, r, classics. The timeless cheeseburge with good reason. sticking to old fashioned values. And ’. (£4.50) A new addition to First up, the double ‘Black and Blue -up of pattie, black pudding line the menu, this features an all-star my decision to add onion and real stilton. It works brilliantly, and ch, contrasting to the earthy rings on top gave a wonderful crun or heart tremors later and I presence of black pudding. Two min couldn’t be better. ibly even tastier, the usual Next, the double ‘Mexican’ (£3.85). Poss bination is accompanied by lettuce, tomato, onion and pattie com e and peanut butter. How sauc i the surprising marriage of chill is, I neither know, nor care. authentically Mexican this pairing Neither should you. www.facebook.com/burgeroffhove 1EL 01273 326655 52 Brunswick Street West, Hove, BN3

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y a d e h t f o h c t a c ning? to have with your fish supper this eve Looking for something a little different alternative suggestions .

Check out our top three sustainable,

John Dory A sweet, finely textured fish, with a creamy like flesh and almost buttery in flavour. They can be found along the Devonshire Coast, they are also landed locally in Newhaven.

Price - £4.50 / ½ kilo Sourced – Wild, Local Serving Suggestion – Bake whole with orange and cava

Emperor Prawns Larger than a King Prawn, the Emperor Prawn is quite meaty in texture. Prawns in general can be found worldwide, with Emperor Prawns commonly found in France.

Price - £4 per prawn Sourced – Wild, Mediterranean Serving Suggestion – Butterfly, Grill with garlic butter, lemon and parmesan.

Squid If properly cooked Squid has a mild flavour similar to shellfish.

If overcooked it can become rubbery in texture. Can be found worldwide, but predominantly in the Northern Hemisphere, particularly in the North Atlantic.

Price - £8.25 / ½ kilo Sourced- Wild, Local Serving Suggestion – Fry with salt , pepper and smoked paprika

BUYING FRESH Things to look for when purchasing fresh fish

- Eyes should be clear and not cloudy.

- Gills should be red on the inside, and not discoloured or swollen.

- Should smell like seawater, and certainly not “fishy.”

- The flesh should be firm to the touch and ‘bounce back.’

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Matt Price meets the two men behind The Little Fish Market, the restaurant thats placing Brighton and Hove on the culinary map!

Brighton and Hove’s fine dining scene has always been swimming with fashionable restaurants, with various hot spots coming in and out of vogue as Trip Advisor-trawlers and ‘those in the know’ seek out the city’s latest culinary delights.

But one restaurant in particular has been making waves of late, and, with rumours circulating of a potential Michelin Star on the line, could the Little Fish Market be more than just the catch of the day?

Situated in Upper Market Street in Hove, Duncan Ray’s latest venture, after opening in only January earlier this year, has rocketed to the top spot on Trip Advisor’s Hove restaurant review section, and an equally impressive third in Brighton’s. But what does Ray attribute to the restaurant’s success ?

“I’ve always loved Brighton” the Northamptonshire-born chef begins.

“We used to come here a lot on day trips when I was younger. I’d wanted to open a high class fish restaurant for a while, so locating here was an easy decision. The whole make up of the restaurant was a conscious choice. I wanted the set up simple. Eight tables, twenty covers, two staff – myself in the kitchen and someone working front of house.”

The man Duncan refers to is Rob, a devilishly charming young man (backed up by numerous mentions in various reviews of the restaurant) whose selfproclaimed penchant for fine wines ties in perfectly with the plonk on offer at the restaurant.

“I’d wanted to open a high class fish restaurant for a while, so locating here was an easy decision.”

“This way there’s never any inconsistency from using different chefs… by having a 4x4x4 menu it proves everything is hand made. Bread, butter, it’s all made by hand right here. By only catering to 20 people at a time, it means everything served is super fresh, can be turned over quickly, and we aren’t left sitting on product at the end of the day. All produce is locally sourced, the fish is all brought in by day boats, and it’s all caught within 2 miles from here”.

Amazingly, even with such a buzz around the town about the restaurant, Ray has used little to no traditional marketing.

“The problem I’ve found in the past is that because of my background, particularly working with Heston Blumenthal, is that people come in with misconceptions of what I’m about. Advertisers seem to focus on that. We’re about serving consistently high quality, sustainable food, in more of a casual setting. If you get that right, word of mouth will do the rest and your business is guaranteed to have increased longevity. This industry can be quite fashion led, and we don’t want to just cater to those who think we are the ‘in’ restaurant.”

The Little Fish Market’s structure, ethos and personnel certainly seem to be the key factors in its axiomatic success, as well as the passion displayed by both Duncan and Rob as to what they are trying to achieve. Where their menu is purposefully determinate in choice, it is far from in content and this it seems, is what appears to be bringing in the foodies hook, line and sinker; and leaving local competition reeling in their wake.

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tasty winter treats

There are certain treats we can only enjoy when the log fire is burning. here’s some warming Winter treats you can easily make yourself at home.

Roasted Chestnuts Ingredients

450g fresh chestnuts 4 tbsp. butter 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt

Method

Serves

4

1. Preheat your oven to 190C. Carefully slice into the shell by cutting a cross into the bottom of each chestnut.

2. Put the chestnuts onto a roasting tray and bake for 25-30 mins. Leave to cool then peel.

3. Melt your butter in a frying pan, add your chestnuts and fry until golden making sure they are well coated in the butter.

4. Place chestnuts back onto your roasting tray and into the oven for a further 5 mins until crisp on top.

5. To serve, season the chestnuts with salt and cinnamon.

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Toffee Apples

A little bit extra!

Ingredients

Have dishes of nuts, chocolate chips or sprinkles to roll your apples in after dipping to add extra crunch and flavour!

2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon red food colouring (optional for a more traditional looking toffee apple) 8 small apples (choose your favourite)

Serves

8

Method 1. Wash and dry your apples and insert lollipop sticks, thick

Wrap it up Wrap cellophane around your finished apples to have them on the go, perfect for bonfire night.

wooden skewers (or even chopsticks work) into each apple.

2. Cover a baking tray with greaseproof paper. (Your apples will be placed here later).

3. Mix the sugar, water and vinegar into a pan.

4. Bring the mixture to the boil. If you’re using it, add the food colouring.

5. Heat the mixture at 150C and simmer for about 20 mins.

To test the mixture after 20 mins, drop a spoonful into a cup of cold water. The mixture should become hard and will crack when you tap it with the back of a metal spoon.

6.Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to stop bubbling before dipping the apples, into the mixture, one by one.

7. Rotate the apple, letting it drain a little before placing it on the greaseproof paper to cool down and harden.

Hot Chocolate Ingredients

1 pint milk 1 small cinnamon stick (optional) 5 ounces of finely chopped chocolate

For serving Whipped Cream Marshmallows Cinnamon Stick

Serves

4

Method 1. Pour milk into a saucepan and add cinnamon sticks if

preferred.

2. Bring just to a boil then reduce heat and add the chocolate.

3. Let the mixture stand until all the chocolate melts, slight stirring will help the process.

4. Stir until all ingredients are combined. Serve immediately and finish with whipped cream and marshmallows. For extra flavour garnish with a cinnamon stick.

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-Holm e c i t n e r P y with Jenn

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Morocco

- Marrakech Average Temperature in November: 18c-20c Flight Time from Gatwick: 4 hours 19 minutes Average Flight Cost (Return): £100 Head to Marrakech for an exotic whirlwind of North African culture. From leather bags and clay pottery to freshly squeezed orange juice and authentic tagines, get lost in the famous souks and discover all that it has to offer.

Only a 2 hour drive away, Essaouira is perfect if you’re interested in history, culture and…surfing! Popular in the 1970s with Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan, this town is a popular destination for most travellers and definitely not to be missed. If you’re more beach bum than board rider, head to Casablanca. Never mind the sites, this place is all about soaking up the sun and getting a serious winter tan.

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Brazil

- Rio De Janeiro Average Temperature in November: 27c-30c Flight length from Gatwick: 11 hours 16 minutes Average Flight Cost (Return): £600 If you have a little more money under your belt then why not head to Brazil. The grand Rio de Janeiro will soon be packed with next year’s Olympic Games so soak it up before it gets too popular.

This city isn’t just all about it’s amazing beaches. Head into the centre and you’ll find chic boutiques, restaurants and cafes with a hippie market on Sunday. (So you’ll still be getting a slice of Brighton!) You should also visit Copacabana (and I’m not talking about the nightclub or the song). This beach is one of the most famous in the world and if you can try and stay on for New Year it’s the official party headquarter.

Mexico _ Cancun Average Temperature in November: 24c-28c Flight time from Gatwick: 9 hours 42 minutes Average Flight Cost (Return): £400 Fancy lounging around in the Caribbean Sea? Why not try Cancun. With plenty of bars and clubs, the wild nightlife scene makes it the perfect place to let go.

Not your cup of tea? About an hour’s drive away you can find jungles, ancient ruins and caves or why not take a short ferry ride to the island of Isla Mujeres where you will find lovely fresh food at much cheaper prices and also have the opportunity do some snorkelling! If you fancy it there is also plenty of shopping to be done from ultra modern shopping malls to handicraft markets. You will never run out of things to do here, as there really is something for everyone.

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The Shape Of Things a sneak peak from

London Fashion Week

To Come...

Spring/Summer

2014

With over 120 UK and international designers, both established and emerging, showcased over 5 fashionpacked days, we couldn’t wait to join the 5000 visitors who attended London Fashion Week 2013. From bomber jackets to Bermuda shorts, ladylike pleats to daring drop waists (and more than our own fair share of carefully-planned outfit changes), we’ve finally recovered from the drama of London Fashion Week and are ready to reveal what’s in store for SS14.

With their selection of contemporary silhouettes, People Tree, the pioneers of sustainable design and Fair Trade in fashion, introduced a new level of sophistication to LFW with the Atelier Collection. Designed “for the modern woman”, People Tree’s Head of Design, Tracy Mulligan, has become somewhat of a veteran to LFW and her intricate designs continue to deserve attention. In prominent shades of pink and white, hand-dyed and hand-woven from the finest of 100% Fair Trade fabric, the entire collection is a lesson in timeless elegance.

But it’s not just pink you need to embrace. Think sugary, candy colours and pastels in all shades; Samantha Cameron’s favourite designer Emilia Wickstead combines vibrant orange, buttercup yellow and cornflower blue in effortless, and indeed wearable, ladylike style. Even the famous tomboy and model-of-the-moment Cara Delivingne looked the epitome of feminine chic in Mulberry’s delicate tailoring and demure white shift dresses.

Make the most of winter’s cover ups as there’s no hiding from the transparent fabrics that will be floating everywhere in SS14; Burberry, Christopher Kane and Erdem all giving a firm nod to the trend. Classic British designer John Rocha offset his own sheer tops and interpretation of whimsical weightlessness with hard-edged romance. By interspersing broken whites and ivories with harsh black and injections of scarlett, fuschia, lemon, violet, emerald and indigo, the fiftiesstyle full skirted dresses were given a dark sophistication more representative of John Rocha’s contemporary elegance.

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First up, forget beige. Pink is the new neutral. You may think it won’t work for you but trust us, in the right shade, it will.

Seen at the likes of Burberry, Temperley London and Elie Saab, this is romantic fashion you cannot help but fall in love with.

In prominent shades of pink and white, the entire collection was a lesson in timeless elegance.

john rocha

Offset sheer tops and whimsical weightlessness with hard-edged romance.

orla kiely

With queues snaking out of Orla Kiely’s intimate presentation, the jungle theme continued inside into the ‘safari camp’ setting – and that’s besides the ‘survival of the fittest’ fighting effort to see. Animal prints in giraffe and zebra gave life to dusty pinks and modest, structured A Lines; prim button up shirts and collars made playful with colourful berets and knee socks. The socks-and-sandles combination so typical of Orla Kiely’s sixties style suggested a sort of retro kitsch, picked up again by designers like Jonathon Saunders and Henry Holland. But don’t dig out your old school uniform just yet. Whereas Jonathon Saunders took inspiration from the seventies with a range of cropped, zip-up and bomber jackets in embroidered patterns and tri-coloured prints, House of Holland took the focus off the famous front row (which featured the likes of Ellie Goulding, Pixie Geldof, Alexa Chung and 1D heartthrob Harry Styles) with the “Homegirls” collection. Boasting iridescent mini dresses and oversized t-shirts in old school florals and tattoo motifs, Henry Holland described the show as “a trip to a balmy Mexico City by way of the tattoo parlours of Venice beach”.

So what have we learnt from London Fashion Week 2013?

Well, apart from an in-depth knowledge of the London Underground and what patience in a queue of demanding fashionistas really feels like, we’re already preparing to unleash our inner goddess - SS14 is looking set to be pretty blooming beautiful.

Words Hannah Frankie Staff

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ProActive student and Graphic Designer, Andrew O’Mara is beginning to make a name for himself in the world of design.

His work with us at What’s Happening Magazine has been impressive and so we were keen to find out about his plans for his new business ‘Odd Creations’.

Joining forces with local Graphic and Web developer Gareth Foster, Andrew and Gareth set up Odd Creations as an innovative new design studio in the heart of Brighton. Formed with a vision of designing fresh compositions for a market that is saturated with the same styles, these are two, promising young businessmen with a real eye for design and success.

Where did the name Odd Creations come from?

We like to think laterally. Sometimes when a brief comes through, the most obvious way of doing something isn’t necessarily the best way to do it. So in that sense Odd Creations comes from a creative partnership that likes to do things differently and explore several ideas before settling on just one.

So what does Odd Creations actually provide?

Odd Creations has a core three-part service. Branding, Graphic Design and Web Development.

Branding isn’t just about a logo. Sure, the logo is one of the most distinctive parts of a company, but the font, message, colour scheme and aesthetics bring the whole brand together.

At Odd Creations we understand the importance of branding and how it will add value to your venture. We listen, take notes and ask questions in order for us to understand what you want to achieve - whether it’s creating a brand, or polishing an existing one.

WHM Speaks to proactive student Andrew O’Mara about his aspirations for his new Graphic design agency.

Our Graphic Design work falls into three areas: print, web and social media. Print design is about getting your message across whether it is a poster or flyer, or even a billboard advertisement. Digital only design is about standing out from the crowd. The internet is saturated with so much online commercial material that it is easy to get lost in the maelstrom. This is where social media is important, you have to go above and beyond to look unique. We believe in having consistency across all the platforms you use i.e. Twitter backgrounds, Facebook pages and YouTube channels should all convey similar styles and visuals.

Who is your ideal client?

As individuals we appreciate a wide variety of design practices and so can cater for many different businesses and client’s requirements. Everyone is different and so you cannot have ‘ideals’. Previous projects include branding for Bonn Studios, 90 Degree Carpentry and DJ Duo Star One. Briefs are always varied and we love to exceed a client’s expectations.

What are your ambitions for Odd Creations?

One of our aims for the future is to branch out and specialise in new areas of design, with creating apps for your smartphone and your computer being next on our agenda. Both of us hope to be the graphic design studio in Brighton. It is going to take a lot of hard work but why settle for mediocre when you can push to be the best?

hello@oddcreations.co.uk www.oddcreations.co.uk Sounds great, how can we get in touch?

There is a contact form on our website or alternatively you can reach us on facebook by searching oddcreationsuk and on twitter @oddcreations.

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5 Preston street Brighton BN1 2HX

www.cubarbrighton.com Phoenix Brighton 10-14 Waterloo Place Brighton, BN2 9NB 01273 603700

Art Junky is the indoor market that combines our love for quirky jumble sale culture with local artistic talent, showcasing over 50 stalls of unique and affordable artwork, books, illustrations, music, print, fashion, collectibles, vintage and much more!

Find some original gifts for Christmas or pick up a beautiful bargain for yourself – there is something for everyone at this eclectic bazaar!

Art Junky is a great day out for all ages, with face painting and free entry for kids under 10! Live DJ’s will be providing weird and wonderful tunes throughout the day, and the Art Junky Cafe will be serving plenty of homemade goodies and winter warmers!

Art Junky is committed to providing affordable selling opportunities to artists, and they keep 100% of their sales.

If you have something you'd like to sell, contact clare@phoenixbrighton.org All event proceeds go directly towards supporting our charitable aims of providing low-cost studio space for artists, distinctive arts courses and a diverse and stimulating programme of exhibitions.

www.phoenixbrighton.org.uk

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