North Wales’ First Individually Decorated Carpet and Rug Showroom
lLinney Cooper is proud to offer you the chance to view
Beautiful themed rooms set over 3 floors. Displaying Carpets, Rugs, Furniture and accessories. Our helpful staff will assist you with making your house the home of your dreams No 1 Mostyn Avenue, Craig-y-Don, Llandudno, LL30 1YS Tel: 01492 877000 Fax: 01492 877065 Email: carpets@linneycooper.co.uk
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Editor’s Letter Happy Christmas to all our Advertisers & Readers and for your support and good wishes …. Well everyone we are nearing the festive season again, which means party time. This month we have decided to promote our food & drink specialists, Pubs, Restaurants, etc and to mark this occasion we are running a competition, please turn to page 18 for further details and to see what treat awaits our lucky winners. In the last issue I asked for all your ideas on where I should go on holiday, well I was impressed with the response, thank you. I have made the decision to go to Thailand as quite a lot of you said that your time there was fantastic, well I will let you know in the next issue how I get on. We have had some great charities advertise with us and they would like to say thank you to all that have supported them. Last issue it was Great Ormond St ,Childrens charity, this month Llandudno League of Friends, if you know a charity or are involved with one and would like to advertise in Yesmag then please contact us, we donate a page so there will be no costs involved. Yesmag has helped so many businesses in the Conwy area, if you have a business then please give us a try, as you can see below our prices are very competitive and you get a lot more added benefits in the price. Call us now for more information. All that is left for me to say is have a great Christmas & New Year, please have a fantastic time but do remember to take care. Advertising Rates per edition in colour: 1/4 page ~ £66.00 , 1/2 page ~ £116.00, Full page ~ £218.00 Best Wishes Block booking discounts are available
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Recommendations: If you have a pet that requires grooming then please let me highly recommend 4 Pretty Paws I have two Cairn Terriers Jack & Milly, they absolutely love Nicola, she is so caring and friendly that you would have no worries about leaving your pets in her hands, please give her a try as you will not be disappointed. I would also like to highly recommend Conels of Vaughan Street. We have recently bought a kitchen and bedroom furniture from them and had a fantastic deal and very good advice. Daris and Sue were very helpful and totally redesigned our kitchen and bedroom for us.
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RECIPES for November & December by
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Peter Osborne TVs ‘Big Chef’
1 egg, 1 lb of mincemeat (with or without nutmeg, cinnamon… depending on your taste. You can also stir in 2 oz of brandy, although this is of course entirely optional – but very tasty).
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Guy Fawkes Pumpkin Soup ou can either buy a fresh pumpkin for this soup or use the Y flesh from the Halloween one. Just scope out the flesh BEFORE you put the candle in it!!!!! Keep it in the fridge or freezer in a bag for the few days before November 5th This tasty soup is best served with warm, crusty bread.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8) 1kg fresh pumpkin, peeled and diced 50ml runny honey 75ml olive oil 500g onions, peeled and diced 4 bay leaves 5 sprigs fresh thyme, stalks removed 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 450ml hot vegetable or chicken stock 1⁄2 litre double cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper Crème fraîche to serve Preheat the oven to 180°C, 350°F, Gas 4. Put the pumpkin in a roasting tin and coat with the honey. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the pumpkin has softened and caramelised. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan, add the onions, bay leaves, fresh thyme and white wine vinegar and fry gently for about 5-6 minutes, or until the onions have softened. Add the roasted pumpkin to the onions, then add the vegetable or chicken stock and bring almost to boiling point. Simmer steadily for about 20 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaves, then stir in the double cream and bring the soup to the boil. Once the soup has boiled, remove it from the heat and whizz in a blender or food processor. Pass through a sieve or strainer then check and adjust the seasoning if necessary. To serve, reheat the pumpkin soup in a clean pan, then ladle into warm bowls and top with a dollop of crème fraîche. Serve round the bonfire either on its own or with fresh crusty French bread.
Peters’ Perfect Mince Pie 8 oz of softened butter, 1 lb of plain flour, 2 oz of icing sugar, 2 egg yolks,
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ut the butter into little cubes, put the flour into a big bowl, and add the butter cubes. Now rub the butter into the flour until you get little crumbs of flour/ butter mix. Then add the icing sugar, and stir in. Add the two egg yolks and 4 tablespoons of really cold water. Knead the dough until it is soft and smooth, and allow to chill for half an hour while you preheat the oven to 200° Celsius. Sprinkle flour on your kitchen table top and spread out two thirds of the dough on it. Cut out 30 rounds (use a special cutter) with a diameter of about 2 ½ inches. Put them into bun tins, and fill them up with the mincemeat. Gather the rest of the dough, spread it out and cut out another 30 rounds, this time with a diameter of 2 inches. Slightly dampen the edges of the circles, put them on top of the pies and seal the edges. Beat the remaining egg, and use it to brush the tops of the mince pies. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Serve hot (or cold – they’re delicious both ways). Some Mince Pie Variations You can make some tasty variations on the traditional mince pie. Check out my ideas below: Mincemeat Filo Triangles Buy some ready to roll filo pastry, roll out and cut into squares (approx 10cm or 4' sides). Place a blob of mincemeat the size of a ping pong ball in the middle of each square. Brush melted butter around the edges of the square and fold across to make a triangular shaped parcel (a bit like a samosa). Cook following the instructions given for the filo pastry or until golden. Dust with icing sugar when cool. Meringue Mince Tarts Make the pies as in the traditional recipe above, but without the tops. While they are cooking make some of my quick microwave meringue balls as follows: 10oz icing sugar, sifted 1 egg white Whisk the egg white lightly. Sift the icing sugar into the egg white and whisk until you have a smooth paste. Roll the meringue into small balls and place a few on a microwaveable plate covered with kitchen roll. Microwave on high power for about 1 minute and 20 – 30 seconds. The balls will expand to create crispy meringues. When your mince pies have cooled, place a meringue ball in each one. Sprinkle with cocoa powder or finely grated chocolate as an option. Marzipan Mince 'Starts' Bake mince tarts as normal but again without a pastry top. Roll out some marzipan (or almond paste) and cut into star shapes. Once the tarts have cooled, place a marzipan star on each one. If you have the time (and the inclination), make some holly leaves with the remaining marzipan and some green food colouring and place a sprig in the middle of each star.
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YEUNG SING CHINESE RESTAURANT 1 Llandudno Road, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno, LL30 3EP TAKE AWAY WELCOME ~ Menus Available at www.ysing.co.uk
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(01492) 546966 Telephone Bookings Welcome Open 7 days a week 5.00pm-10.30pm
Ristorante
Licensed Restaurant Open 6 nights a week Dinner 6.00 – 10.00pm Closed Mondays
Book your Christmas Celebrations Now ~ Fantastic 3 course Menu with coffee available throughout December @ £20 per person
La Dolce Vita is an Italian Restaurant serving fine cuisine & excellent wines in a warm & friendly atmosphere Extensive selection of Italian, British & Vegetarian dishes with local Fish a speciality. 25 Penrhyn Ave, Rhos on Sea , Colwyn Bay , LL28 4PS Tel: 01492 541145 www.ladolcevita-rhos.co.uk Please mention Yes Mag when responding to adverts
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Indian Restaurant & Takeaway
New Exciting Tasty Dishes Our cuisine is East Indian & Bangladeshi - a mouth-watering array of carefully spiced meat, fish, and vegetables. Contemporary East Indian & frontier cuisine with emphasis on fresh ingredients, local produce and the right blend of spices following standardized authentic modern recipes.
Sunday Buffet
£7.95 Between 12 - 8pm
We specialise in meat dishes, in particular: Murgh Lasooni (Garlic Tikka), Murgh Malai Kebab, Murgh Tikka Lababdar, Murgh Saagwala, Murgh Hayali, Pasanda, Tikka, Masala, Jhalfrezi and Balti dishes. Fish features extensively on the menu. Feast on a King Prawn or Shellfish curry Sample our Salmon Paturi, Prawn Malai Curry or the Bangladeshi Pangasfillets.
WINTER SPECIAL DEAL MondayThursday From October £10.00 per person
Opening Hours 12.00 noon - 2.30pm & 5.30pm - 11.30pm Friday 5.30pm - 11.30pm Sunday 12.00 noon - 11.30pm 1 North Parade Llandudno LL30 2LP
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2 The Broadway, Penrhyn Bay, LL30 3EF Tel: 01492 548397
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Let them eat CAKE!
LIVERPOOL ARMS Conwy Quay 01492 596464
Bespoke wedding and celebration cakes & Sugarcraft supplies Let them eat CAKE 35 Madoc Street Llandudno LL30 2TL 01492 871455 www.letthem-eatcake.co.uk
Come and Enjoy the Spectacular Views of Conwy Quay in a Warm & Friendly Atmosphere
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Lunchtime Specials - Set Menu £6.50 Nightly Specials - £14.95 inc. large glass of wine Party Bookings Bookings being taken for CHRISTMAS Traditional & Fresh Mediterranean Cuisine Turkish, French, Spanish & Greek Dishes Something for everyone Covered terrace area for that ‘continental’ feel On one ground floor level Children Welcome
153 Mostyn Street, Llandudno, LL30 2PE
Tel: 01492 860670 Web: mediterraneanrestaurant.co.uk Email: cindy.atay@hotmail.co.uk
15% off our A La Carte menu with this Voucher
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goodwineonline.co.uk Online specialist wine merchant based on the industrial park in Conwy. We specialise in the very best boutique wines from small family producers, made naturally with minimal sulphites and additives. You can try some of our top wines at Carlo’s Restaurant in Craig-y-Don. “We will not sell any wine we’re not prepared to drink ourselves!”
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Superb selection of hand -crafted award winning wines from all regions
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TOWN HOUSE GROUP PARTIES
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Why Go Anywhere Else at this Special Time of the Year
Prawn Cocktail
In a Marie Rose Sauce with Side Salad
Tomato & Basil Soup
Served with a Freshly Baked Warm Cob
Crispy Coated Garlic Mushrooms Served with Garlic Dip and Side Salad
Luxury White Turkey Breast
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Served with Pigs in Blankets Cranberry Sauce and Stuffing
Tender Toast Topside of British Beef Served with a Yorkshire Pudding
Broccoli & Cheese Bake
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All Main Courses are served with Fresh Vegetables Roast Potatoes, New Potatoes, Green Beans Carrots, Broccoli & Cauliflower Florets
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FOOD & SPORTS AT THE MAELGWYN Full breakfasts from £3 Credit brunch menu from £1.50 Lunchtime menu from £5.50 Lite bite menu from £2 Children’s menu £2.75 All home cooked food, Why not pop in and give us a try!! We also take telephone orders Do takeaways and deliveries. All Live Premiership games Shown here on the big screen Also shown are; Rugby, Cricket and Boxing etc. We also have a Games Room with a Pool Table & Darts Board
OPENING HOURS
9am-11pm Sunday - Thursday 9am-12am Friday & Saturday FOOD SERVED DAILY - 9am-3pm FREE WIFI Available
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Our Function Room is available to hire Please enquire within for prices. We cater for Birthday parties, Weddings, Christenings and Meetings
Kimberley Road, Llandudno Junction, (Opposite car park) Tel: 01492 573535
Mermaids Seafoods Retail & Wholesale
A little bit of Paris in Colwyn Bay
The Plaice to go for the Finest Fish & Seafood We Specialise in local Fish & Shellfish when available
Units 12/13 Builder Street, Llandudno LL30 1DR 01492 878014 / 874474 105 Conwy Road, Colwyn Bay, LL29 7LW Tel: 01492 533692
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Gold, frankincense and myrrh
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utilised in medicine for generations and is still used today to treat many conditions.
hese words are now part of our seasonal vocabulary, but are the items still around today? Of course, we know gold is, but what about frankincense and myrrh?
Frankincense and Myrrh are aromatic resins gathered from trees and it is said they were once more valuable than gold.
Gold holds a unique place in our lives for its numerous remarkable qualities; no other metal is as useful as gold. It's familiar to all of us as a precious metal used for jewellery and various other objects but did you realise that it was one of the first metals to be discovered by humans? For around 7000 years, almost every culture that has ever existed has revered gold and used it to symbolise wealth, power, beauty, permanence and triumph. From currency to jewellery, medals to medicine, this shining yellow metal has countless uses. Gold never tarnishes or rusts and can be melted and formed into remarkably intricate shapes. It can be pulled into extremely fine wire or hammered into thin sheets. A piece of gold just 5mm in diameter can be beaten into a foil sheet half a meter square and thread can be created that is delicate enough to use for embroidery. Highly efficient and reliable at conducting electricity, gold is used in almost every electronic device from televisions to mobile phones, computers to calculators. It's also used in aerospace projects due to its unfailing competence. Since 700BC gold has been used in dentistry for fillings and crowns because it is hypoallergenic and easy to mould. Gold has also been
Frankincense comes from the Boswellia tree and has been used for millennia for its medicinal properties - to promote healthy digestion and to cure skin problems. It is gathered from the young tree by scoring the bark with a knife, allowing the oozing sap to harden on the trunk before being scraped off into containers. The resin is still used in perfume, aromatherapy and, as the name implies, burned as incense. It is also employed as an insect repellent thereby protecting against mosquito borne diseases such as malaria and dengue fever. Myrrh comes from a tree called Commiphora which grows in North Africa. The resin is collected in a similar way to frankincense. Myrrh was used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic and antiinflammatory treatment. It was also made into incense and perfumes. Until about the 15th century myrrh was used in Egypt as an embalming material in mummies and formed a major part of the funerary rituals of the time. Today myrrh is used as an antiseptic in mouthwashes, toothpaste and cough medicines. Its pleasant scent is used in many modern toiletries and cosmetics as well as incense. An excellent insecticide, myrrh wood is used in building to repel termites and burning it helps keep mosquitoes away. Employed since before Biblical times, gold, frankincense and myrrh have continued to be useful and desirable and still remain in our lives in many ways.
Free glass of fizz, when 1 person has 2 courses or more in the Grill Room Restaurant On Booking Guests have to quote YES MAG to receive their FREE glass of fizz Offer runs Nov 1st - December 10th 2010 Monday - Friday (Excluding Saturdays & Sundays) New Autumn A La Carte Menu & Autumn Offering Menu which is a set menu
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hen you eat out on a regular basis as we do and you get to know the chefs of the pubs and restaurants that you frequent as I generally do, it is a great sign when you see them eating in the same places week in week out. This happens a lot when I eat in The Toad in Rhos on Sea. The food is great value for money and definitely lives up to Peter’s motto of “great restaurant quality in a pub environment” I can only say it as it is.
6000 pubs to choose from. I do think we are very lucky in this area as we have lots of great places to choose from and if you are wondering where to go for a change then you won’t go far wrong to give the Toad a go. Pete did also say that he would like to thank his suppliers because without their great quality fresh produce they just couldn’t produce the quality end product they do. The Toads suppliers are Mermaids, The Orchard, Conwy Valley Meats, Nichol Hughes of Chester, and William of Flint.
Pete Hammond took over the Toad in Rhos on Sea 6 years ago and has done a fabulous job, he has taken on young vibrant staff and he hasn’t been afraid to let them shine and bring their own personalities out and put forward their own ideas. This is very obvious as you get to know them i.e. his Restaurant Manager Emma Wright, she certainly leads from the front making sure all the staff are comfortable in what they are to do and what is expected of them. Then there is Wayne Roberts, The Head Chef. Since he has been with Peter at the Toad He has won the Best Pub in Wales for Camra and has just been put forward to best pub in the North West for Marsdens of which there is
Sugarcraft Supply and Celebration Cakes for All Occasions ORDERS ARE NOW BEING TAKEN FOR CHRISTMAS CAKES Each cake is designed to reflect your personality and decorated to suit your specific requirements.
18 Queens Road, Craig-Y-Don, Llandudno LL30 1AZ Tel: 01492 860019 Mob: 07884 342776 www.pf-cakes.co.uk Email: cakes77@hotmail.co.uk
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Readers Christmas Competition
£50, £30, £20 Vouchers donated by YES to spend in any restaurant, food or drink businesses advertising in this magazine. Just answer this simple question!!! What is the name of Father Christmas's Reindeer?
a. Rufus b. Rudolph c. Ronald
Log on to www.yesmag.co.uk with your answer, name, address, telephone No. and Food/Drink Advertiser of your choice. The Winners will be drawn out of the hat on 22 December 2010 and announced in the Jan/Feb edition of Yes...Good Luck & Happy Christmas from us all.
A Christmas Tale
Tuesday - Friday 9.00am - 4.30pm Saturday 9.00am - 1pm
At this time of year it is patently clear That the males are the ones who are blest. Thoughts like "goodwill to men" we hear time and again And we find them quite hard to digest. As we women all know, men think they run the show, And sometimes we allow them this pause. But it gets on our nerves, like too many hors d'oeuvres When we want to get at the main course. Many times out of mind the same problem we find, Leaving plans to the menfolk is risky. Christmas spirit they think is some kind of a drink, Such as vodka, Baccardi, or whiskey. Since we carry the load, men keep out of our road, We are ready and willing and able. For it's perfectly clear, that the stuffed turkeys here Are not always confined to the table. The traditional way is now rather passe, Lets give credit, where credit is due. Then you'll see, man or boy, in return you'll enjoy The fruits of OUR goodwill to you. Copyright; Jacqueline Ramm
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Please visit us at our Shop opposite Llandudno Football Club Builder Street West, Llandudno LL30 1HH Tel: 01492 870430 www.thesmokery.co.uk
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Candles
RHOS FYNACH Tavern & Restaurant Rhos Promenade, Rhos on Sea
Restaurant
Christmas Bookings Now Being Taken
Reviewed as BEST VALUE restaurant in LLandudno. Why not book your Christmas/Birthday with us. Choose from our 3/4 course set menu or our 4 course Vegetarian Menu. Discounts available for large parties. Booking Recommended
01492 874422 29 Lloyd Street, Llandudno, LL30 2UU
Bar Meals daily - Local Fresh Ingredients Monks Restaurant & Conservatory for Birthdays, Christenings or any other function you wish to celebrate. Weddings & Civil Ceremonies for up to 50 catered for Christmas Party Menu - Bookings now being taken Christmas Day Festive Menu now available
01492 548185
THE COCOA HOUSE Licensed Coffee Shop/Restaurant Full range of Indian Ingredient Spices, Exotic Vegetables Direct from Thailand Your Local Authentic Food Specialist
Mon - Fri 10.30am - 4.00pm Sat - 10.30am - 4.00pm, Sun - 11.30am - 4.00pm Open Later on Request
01492 870630 POP IN FOR A Coffee & Toasted Tea Cake Homemade Fruit Scone & Tea Homemade Soup of the Day with Thick Cut Bread Freshly made Generously filled Sandwich & Salad Warm Crusty Baguette with Salad & Fries Filled Jacket Potato & Salad
For wholesale or catering orders please call: 07770637309 4-6 Victoria Building, Mostyn Avenue, Craig-y-Don, Llandudno, LL30 1YU Email: carmenli6@aol.com
ANY TWO ‘SPECIALS’ for £10 3 COURSE SUNDAY LUNCH £10
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Cupcakes by Sally www.cupcakesbysally.com
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ere you will find delicious Cupcakes for any occasion, whether it's a Christening, Birthday, Anniversary or you just want to say 'Thank You' to someone special, give me a ring or complete the online Enquiry Form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. I only believe in using quality ingredients such as Free Range Eggs, Green & Blacks Chocolate and Madagascan Vanilla, every Cupcake is handmade by me and designed by me so each one is unique and absolutely scrumptious!! I offer FREE local delivery within an 8 mile radius of Rhos On Sea, so if you want to send that someone special a box of beautifully decorated Cupcakes themed for what ever the occasion, could be anything from a Birthday in the office to a Baby Shower then give me a ring!!
Box of 6 ………… £9 Box of 9 ………....£12 Box of 12 ………..£18 Box of 24 …….….£30 Box of 24+ …… ..call for a quote I am now taking orders for Christmas Cupcakes. Please give me a ring to discuss.
Dial- a - Cupcake 07896 597728 01492 545994
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The Queens Head Glanwydden Conwy LL31 9JP
Pub of the Year Wales
The Queen's Head is a most remarkable country pub in terms of good food, wine, beer welcome and character. The bar, with its relaxed atmosphere and roaring log fire, is a lovely pre-dinner drink venue. The original styling of The Queens Head provides the perfect ambience for lunch or dinner.
01492 546570 www.queensheadglanwydden.co.uk
All major credit cards accepted
Est. 1879
John Williams a’i fab CIGYDD O SAFON HIGH CLASS BUTCHER Mona Buildings, Station Road, Llanfairfechan
Tel: 01492 582200
Hotel & Catering Suppliers of: Welsh Black Beef Welsh Beef Welsh Lamb Prize Winning Home Cured Bacon, Sausages and Pies made on the premises
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Herkomer Road West Shore Llandudno LL30 2YZ
Tel: 01492 873093 Mob: 07724 416770 www.westshorebodyrepairs.co.uk
In-House Decorative Interiors 3 TRILLO AVENUE, RHOS-ON-SEA, COLWYN BAY, LL28 4NS Telephone & Fax 01492 544798 Email: inhousedec@aol.com
The Complete Award Winning Interior Design Service We Can: Illustrate your Scheme Visualise your Dream Stylise your Theme If you consider personal attention a must If you would like to see how colour could work for you in your own home If you would like a first class service at an affordable price Please contact Brenda We also undertake: Interior Project Management Concept Design Drawings Professional Decorative Paint Effects including Marbling and Murals Professional Make-up Service in our own workroom for Soft Furnishings If you are struggling to sell your property we can help you to achieve a positive outcome with various ideas and options for you to consider All budgets and tastes catered for.
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Matica Hair & Beauty Salon & Spa LLANDUDNO, CONWY
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Risborough Hotel, 1 Clement Avenue LL30 2ED
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Matica is a fabulous Hair & Beauty Salon (& Spa) and a new focal point in North Wales' premier resort of Llandudno where it is located in the Risboro Hotel. Here, in a truly friendly atmosphere, fully qualified and highly motivated staff ensure that you enjoy the benefits of an impressive and imaginative range of beauty services and treatments including:
TANNING Sienna X shades to suit your skin tones £20 HAIRDRESSING NAIL CARE WAXING EYE TREATMENTS CACI QUANTUM JACUZZI SAUNA STEAM ROOM PARTY PAMPER PACKAGES WEDDING PACKAGES Easy Car Parking · Late Night Opening
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We feel that we are equipped to offer you the best possible service when you buy a car from us. • Part exchange welcome • Quality used cars • Warranty
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JR’s
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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
We offer an extensive range of plant and equipment and are proud to be members of the CPA (Construction Plant Association). We do short and long term contract hire and daily hire.
MEDIUM CAR £20
Full Premium standard plus wash Tyres dressed wheels cleaned Interior vacuumed Ashtrays cleaned
DRIVEWAYS Concrete and Tarmac. 45 Colwyn Crescent Rhos-on-Sea LL28 4RF
MINI VALET PRICES SMALL CAR £15
01492 533612 07765683664
Medium Valet: £20, £23, £30 Full Valet: £40, £48, £60
LARGE CAR £25
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07880540745 Old Station Yard, Oxford Rd, Llandudno (next to Llandudno Train Station)
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HIRE SERVICES
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Cariad Cards specialize in luxury handcrafted greetings cards We have a wide selection of cards ranging from Oriental to Welsh, from cute and cuddly teddies to majestic wild animals, from fantasy fairies & dragons to motorbikes & trains. You will also find a lovely selection of New Baby Cards with hand knitted bootees and baby blankets and even christening shawls.
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HEALTH & BEAUTY Magic Metabolism by Lorraine Mace
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e frequently hear how our metabolism affects us, from making us sluggish and lethargic if it’s too slow, to encouraging weight loss and a feeling of well-being when it’s working properly, but it is often spoken of in the same breath as exercise, which puts many people off trying to improve their metabolic rate. However, you’ll be pleased to know that there are other ways to boost your metabolism; that it isn’t only about fitness regimes. But the chances are, that once you have kick-started your metabolism, your increased energy levels will cry out for some exercise. Fibre: High fibre carbohydrates, being harder to digest than simple carbohydrates, can boost metabolic rates. Also, foods that are high in fibre are usually lower in calories and can also act as nonharmful appetite suppressants. High fibre foods include fruits, vegetables and wholemeal products. However, all things in moderation – don’t go overboard on fibre as it can lead to diarrhoea or other unpleasant side effects if taken to excess. Protein: Protein is essential for the growth and repair of the body’s cells, but most of us eat too little compared to our intake of fats and carbohydrates. Research suggests that 25% of the calories in protein are burned during digestion, which means your metabolism could be boosted by making protein a larger part of your diet. However, the same advice applies as with fibre – be sensible. Too much protein can place stress on vital organs, including kidneys.
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Spice up your life : Spicy foods can temporarily boost your metabolic rate. Because your body’s temperature is increased, you burn more calories as your body attempts to regulate itself. Some spices, such as cayenne, are believed to increase the rate at which your body burns fat. As with fibre and protein, don’t overdo things, as too much spice can cause heartburn or even stomach ulcers. Vitamins: Vitamins and minerals perform a number of essential functions. To maximise your metabolism, make sure you take in the recommended daily allowance (RDA) by eating vitamin rich foods, such as fruits, vegetables, eggs, liver and nuts. This will help to keep your metabolic rate at its optimal level. Water: Dehydration can lead to a reduction in your metabolic rate, so do make sure you drink plenty of water each day. Drink more if you are exercising, to replace the body’s water loss. Alcohol: Alcohol has the opposite effect on the body to water, causing dehydration and reducing the metabolic rate. Alcohol in moderation is not likely to do much harm, but excessive consumption can cause vitamin deficiencies (and other non-metabolic problems). Caffeine: Caffeine, like alcohol, is dehydrating and can lower metabolism. If you drink several cups of coffee each day, why not try substituting one of two of them with water? As you can see, it is possible to boost metabolic rates through food choices. If you follow some (or all) of the above tips, you should kick-start your metabolism, burn a few more calories and improve your overall health.
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Baker & Clark 13 - 15 Lloyd Street Llandudno Conwy LL30 2UU 01492 877942 All ranges available online at
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And you will be amazed when we rejuvenate the life and colour of your carpets and suite. With over 10 years experience cleaning for domestic, commercial and insurance companies we guarantee “that if you are not satisfied with our service we will put it right or we will refund your money”. Tel: 01745 332215 Mob: 07590548121 Email: griffinscarpetcare@hotmail.co.uk www.griffinscarpetcare.co.uk
WYN SLATER Your Local Builder We specialise in:
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Boxing Day from these various „boxes‟. Whereas gifts between those of equal status were given on or before Christmas Day, the following day was reserved for recognising those less fortunate members of society, whether employees or the generic “poor”. Boxing Day is also St. Stephen's Day, named for the first Christian martyr. His name lives on in the familiar Christmas carol, “Good King Wenceslas”. King Wenceslas was a Catholic king of Bohemia in the 10th century, and may well have started the notion of benevolence to the underprivileged on “the Feast of Stephen” when he helped the poor man struggling through the snow. So Boxing Day may have a very long history indeed.
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oxing Day means something different to everyone. For some it‟s a day to spend relaxing at home after the mayhem of Christmas Day; children playing with new toys, adults recovering from an excess of food and drink. Perhaps for you it‟s the day to enjoy one of the many sporting events either on the television or in real life. For others it‟s a day to get out and about in the fresh air, perhaps going for a nice long walk in the countryside. More recently it‟s become a day for some serious „retail therapy‟ – as if the run-up to Christmas Day itself wasn‟t enough – with many queuing outside stores from the early hours of the morning in the hope of grabbing a bargain in the sales. But have you ever wondered about the origins of Boxing Day? Why does it have such an odd name? Many people have pondered this, and the truth appears to be hotly disputed. While it‟s a public holiday in Britain and a handful of Commonwealth nations, other countries don‟t recognise it at all. Boxing Day has nothing to do with disposing of discarded boxes, pugilism or returning unwanted gifts to the shops. Its origins lie in the practise of people giving a present to those who had worked for them during the year. Other theories postulate different beginnings, but the main theme running through them all is that of gifting those less fortunate than ourselves. From the lord of the manor handing out boxes of food, cloth and money to his servants, to the Churches opening their alms boxes to help the destitute, Boxing Day has a long history of charitable donations and seems to take its name
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All this seems to have been largely lost nowadays. Our modern day equivalent is the Christmas bonus or Yuletide tips, and Boxing Day is often spent shopping. Consumerism has taken over from charity. What does it mean to you?
REM CRAFTS For all your Craft & Hobby Supplies and Craft Workshops 1 Zion Passage (Behind Boots chemist) Llandudno LL30 2TB 01492 873404 www.remcrafts.co.uk
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Extensions Loft Conversions Alterations & Improvements Rendering & Pebbledashing
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Quality Work by a Qualified Workforce 5% Discount for estimates confirmed in Nov & Dec (work can take place in 2011)
‘Probuild takes care of the whole project … so you don’t have to’ JUBILEE PASSAGE, LLANDUDNO, CONWY LL30 2SQ TEL: 01492 879953 / MOB: 07768 158757 Email: info@probuildllandudno.co.uk
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We specialise in Sales of Camper Vans & 4x4’s Similar vehicles Wanted Px or cash
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20 Queens Road Craig-y-Don Llandudno LL30 1AZ
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CAN YOU HELP - Llandudno League of Friends
L
landudno Hospital
was built on land given by Lord Mostyn. Public subscription from local people raised the money to build and fit out the original building which opened its doors in 1939. There has been 71 years of care in the Community. With the advent of the NHS the building and its facilities were taken over by the new all embracing service, although some local residents still refer to it as „our hospital‟. The National League of Friends was established in 1949 to provide advice and support to the growing number of local leagues which are themselves autonomous. Each league currently pays an annual fee of £275 to National Office and are registered with the Charity Commission. The LLANDUDNO League was formed in 1976 by a small group of local people who wanted to improve facilities for the betterment of the patients. The annual subscription if only £1 or a life subscription of £20, but current annual subscriptions have fallen to only £72 from a high in 2007 of £217 - perhaps some of this latter amount coming as a result of rumours of cut backs at the Llandudno Hospital. HOW DO WE RAISE MONEY? … The quick reply is WITH DIFFICULTY! There are so many worthy causes seeking funds, and whilst the public is very, very generous they themselves have limits on what they can afford to give. Our biggest fund raiser is the Annual Summer Fair, we started a Christmas Fair in 2007. An Annual Street Collection which depends entirely on the weather. Collections occasionally at Asda and Tesco. A grant from Llandudno Town Council, plus legacies and donations. There is sometimes a comment from a passer-by - I am surprised you need to collect - the Hospital is funded by the NHS, which, of course, is only part of the story. SO WHAT DO WE DO WITH THE MONEY? - … Virtually all our meetings are attended by the Hospital Manager,
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and she, tells us from time to time of various items of equipment that are needed, and items of what can be described as “patients comforts” e.g. Dynamap Blood Pressure Monitors, Pressure Relieving Mattresses, Tables & Chairs for the Day Centre, Bladder Scanners, ECG Machine, Refurbishment of Aberconwy Ward, £12,000 Held for the Bone Scanner Unit. Additionally every Christmas we have given money to Bodnant (until it closed) and to the Day Hospital, and on Christmas Day the Chairman and other Committee Members visit In Patients on the wards and give them each a small gift. The small Committee works well together, but with two exceptions, we are mainly in our 70‟s and 80‟s and need more helping hands, not necessarily to sit on the Committee but on Street Collection Day and at the Summer and Christmas Fair. We need to raise much more money in the coming year if the recommendations of the recent Project Board are agreed by the Minister and implemented eg if the Outpatients Department is to be modernised and remodelled, it is a fair bet we will be asked for a contribution. If you ever visit the Hospital you will see a Board on the inside right of the main doors detailing some of the gifts and equipment given by Friends over the past years. It would be lovely to see spaces on that Board filled with details of many more gifts and hopefully with help and generosity of the people of Llandudno in terms of not only finance, but their time and talents, we will be able to be fully committed to the support of Llandudno Hospital, its facilities, its patients and its superb Staff. If you would like to become a FRIEND please contact our Hon.Secretary Mrs C Lister on 01492 584 833
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MOTORING
Kia Sportage
journeys, the controls for the stereo and dual zone climate control are easy to operate and the dash layout is fresh and clean. The First Edition comes with aux-in for your iPod, a USB slot for other MP3 players and Bluetooth for handsfree calling. There’s even a reversing camera with screen built in to the rear-view mirror that works wonderfully. On the road, it feels like a big car, but despite this there’s surprisingly little room inside. The driving position is cosy and that sloping roof makes it feel like there’s little headroom.
Meet the Sportage – a Kia that costs £20,777. We can hear that sucking of air through teeth from here – and we agree: Yes, that does sound a bit rich. But before you dismiss it out of hand, you need to know the manufacturer has form here. Take Kia’s recently launched Sortento SUV as an example. The BMW X5-sized model is selling out in the topof-the-range K3 specification – and that costs nearly £30,000. Suddenly the Sportage doesn’t look so over-priced. It helps that the new Sportage is a stunner though – it’s the first model completely penned by former Audi designer Peter Schreyer, and it shows. From every angle the Sportage looks great – the front is purposeful with LED daytime running lights, the side profile slopes with sashes and cuts in the right places and those alloy wheels really are gorgeous. The First Edition Sportage is available in just the one flavour: 2.0-litre CRDi with 4WD. That diesel unit is good for 134bhp and produces 320Nm of torque.
It’s also a little on the loud side – road roar from those big 18-inch alloys is quite high and we’re surprised it rides as hard as it does. You expect a 4x4 compact SUV like this to soak up the bumps more, but it’s actually quite jarring. Still the plus side is handling in the bends – the Sportage doesn’t roll like rivals when pushed. Kia dealers will only have 800 of these First Edition models to sell until sometime in November when the range expands. Incoming then will be a 1.7-litre diesel and 1.6-litre petrol – both of which will be sub -140g/km cars and will cost under £17,000. Kia predicts the 1.7-litre diesel will be the best seller. Despite the price and our minor gripes, we really do like the Sportage – it’ll sell on its looks alone and when the cheaper models arrive, buyers will snap them up. Kia is determined to move the brand further away from its budget roots and closer towards the ‘reasonablypriced premium’ market. And with cars like this new Sportage, few would bet against it. By James Baggott, editor of Car Dealer Magazine
On the road our test car did feel a little wheezy as the revs rose, but the low down grunt was impressive. It hits 60mph in 10.9 seconds with the manual gearbox and will go on to 112mph. That six-speed box is pretty decent compared to rivals – the Peugeot 3008’s shift is like stirring a bowl of soup in comparison – with the Kia set-up precise and pleasantly notchy. Steering is well weighted, but can feel a little devoid of feedback at motorway speeds. We’re not so keen on the pedals though – they’re angled high and have a tendency to make your shin muscles ache. Inside the quality of materials has come on leaps and bounds. The seats are comfortable on long distance
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CARROG PLUMBING SERVICES BATH AND SHOWER ROOM re-fits, EN-SUITES FLOOR & WALL TILING GENERAL PLUMBING Static caravan installations Call 07970 465688 / 01492 596741 24hr callout Mr. P. Evans 7 Pant Teg, Deganwy, Conwy ll31 9ps www.carrogplumbing.co.uk
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The Gamez Wii X box 360 Playstation 3 Sega Master System Playstation 1 & 2 Nintendo Came Cube Nintendo DS And many classic Games
We buy and sell, second hand DVDs, Games, Consoles. Part Exchange Welcome
You do the business. We’ll do the books Accounts, tax returns, inland revenue queries - leave it all to us. For a free no obligation initial meeting, call Peter Sewell at your local TaxAssist office on: 01492 868628
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First time in Llandudno a U.S trained cosmetic physician, now performing Non Invasive Cosmetic Procedures in luxurious discreet surroundings.
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SPECIALISTS IN KITCHEN & BEDROOM FURNITURE Free No Obligation Planning Service Full Installation Service or Supply Only OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY 9.30am 5.00pm
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Look at what has recently opened at Mostyn Champneys Retail Park, Llandudno!
With Two Great Brands Under One Roof Bringing Life To Technology
Take a look at our Phones 4u! We can provide you with up to ÂŁ350 instant cash! Contact Dave on 01492 873986 for more details.
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Gardening ~
November & December
Feeding the Birds
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f you spent the year attracting birds to your garden by planting accordingly then you need to provide extra sustenance through the winter months to keep them alive while there is little natural food available. The more types of birdfeeders and foods you offer the more varieties of birds you will attract. A bird table will draw in most birds. All you need is a tray raised above the ground surrounded by a rim with a gap at each corner to allow drainage of rainwater. A roof is not necessary and avoid elaborate designs that are impossible to clean. Positioning a bird table is very important. Obviously you’d like to watch from inside the house so ensure that it is visible from a window. From the bird's point of view they need to feel safe and able to feed undisturbed so don’t put the table near heavy cover and fences where cats could lie in wait for them. A small bush or tree nearby is useful so the birds can use this as a lookout point before settling down to their meal. Some birds, such as blackbirds, thrushes and wrens prefer to eat on the ground. Although you can scatter the seed and other food around directly on the ground, for ease of cleaning you can buy low, large ground feeder trays. Hanging feeders attract smaller birds like finches, tits and sparrows. There are many models available including peanut holders and seed feeders. Seed feeders work on a hopper system with seed being dispensed in small dishes at the bottom of the tube. Water is vital to the survival of wild birds during the winter so provide fresh water and ensure it doesn't freeze over. There's a huge range of commercial bird foods available and what you choose depends on your budget and the birds you would like to attract. However household scraps and ‘ordinary’ ingredients can be used too. Options include uncooked porridge oats, dried fruits that have been soaked overnight, old bread, cooked rice (without added salt), any breakfast cereal and surprisingly, tinned dog or cat food - meat only though. Blackbirds and thrushes particularly like this as it provides a substitute for earthworms. Remember many birds are fruit eaters so bruised apples and pears can be placed around the garden for them to enjoy. There are a few things that you must never give to birds: milk, salt and desiccated coconut can all kill. Also, never use anything that is sold in a plastic net as these can be extremely dangerous with a bird’s feet easily becoming trapped causing serious injury. Remove the net before putting the contents out. If the food turns mouldy, it means you’re putting out too much for the birds to eat, so reduce the quantities and clear away any stale food immediately. Another drawback of feeding too much is that rats and mice will soon sniff this out and you will have unwanted nocturnal visitors. Unlike humans, birds need lots of saturated fats such as lard in order to keep their tiny bodies warm during the winter chill. Make your own ‘bird puddings’ using household ingredients. Mix lots of seeds and other ingredients mentioned above with enough gently melted lard to bind them together. Pour into coconut shells and hang up as they are, or create moulds from yoghurt pots with string inserted. Leave to solidify before turning out with the string embedded in it ready to hang. Once you establish a feeding routine and place, try not to change it as the birds will come to rely on you for their winter food. Supple-
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mentary feeding during the winter ensures the birds will be at their peak condition ready for breeding in the spring. Plus you get the benefit of watching beautifully coloured birds near your warm room.
Traditional Christmas Plants
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ertain plants have always been associated with Christmas, to the extent that traditional carols are dedicated to them; "The Holly and The Ivy" and "Deck the Halls" are familiar to most of us. Modern Yuletide songs recognising mistletoe are also common, but did you know someone has written a ditty about another favourite Christmas plant, the poinsettia? "Percy the puny poinsettia Is hanging his bloom in dismay If they had just kept him wetta He'd be a houseplant today" Poor Percy! He suffered the fate most poinsettia's face at this time of year. They look so stunning and colourful for the first few weeks then fade fast, drop their leaves and end up on the compost heap. But with a little care, you can keep this beautiful plant for a long time, even encouraging it to flower again in time for next Christmas. It's usually central heating that causes the rapid failure of this plant. Keep the plant in a well lit area, away from draughts and at a temperature of between 13°C and 20°C, much cooler than most rooms. Move it to a cooler place at night, such as an unheated room, not outside. Overwatering and under watering will also cause your poinsettia to die. Wait until the top half of the compost is dry before watering thoroughly and never let the pot sit in water. In early spring, cut your plant back so each stem is about 10cm long. Keep the compost almost dry and place the plant in a cool, shady place. Early in May, start watering and repot the plant and new shoots should soon appear. Trim off all but four or five strong stems and treat as a normal houseplant for the next few months, feeding with a general fertiliser every month. Some people may be allergic to the sap, so take precautions by wearing gloves. Now comes the interesting part: poinsettias only flower when there is less than 12 hours of daylight, so you need to pamper this plant in order to encourage a repeat flowering in time for Christmas. Starting in September, the plant needs to be kept in total darkness for 14 hours a day. Either cover the entire plant with a black bin liner, or keep it in a cool, dark cupboard from early evening until the next morning when it should then be moved into the light again. Keep this up for eight weeks then bring it out and treat the plant as normal. Hopefully this will bring you a wonderful display of colour once again. We mustn't forget the other traditional Christmas plants though. Holly is a fabulous small tree for shady spots in your garden which will provide you and the birds with plentiful berries if you choose the right plant. There are male and female hollies; and it's the female that produces berries. To ensure berries, you need two or more trees, or choose a self-pollinating species which will produce berries without a male nearby. Your garden centre will be able to assist your choice and most plants are well labelled. Mistletoe is another matter altogether! This fabulous plant grows on a number of native British trees, such as apple, poplar, willow and hawthorn. If you are lucky enough to possess one of these trees you could try your hand at growing your own mistletoe. You can buy ready-to-plant berries from www.tenbury-mistletoe.co.uk or call 01584 660007 (answerphone only) and follow their advice. Growing this magical plant is sure to bring you good luck, peace and love.
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Puzzle Answers Sudoku:
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Kids Page: p52 Anagrams: Sparkler, Gunpowder, Firework, Gloves, November, Marshmallows, Toffee Apple Riddle: A cold Wordsearch: p46 May Peace be your gift at Christmas and your blessing all year through. ~Author Unknown
Crossword : p.46 Across: 1 Cliffs, 4 Cactus, 9 Synonym, 10 Table, 11 Apron, 12 Reduced, 13 Observation, 18 Uniform, 20 Error, 22 Pages, 23 Natives, 24 Resist, 25 Adults. Down: 1 Casual, 2 Inner, 3 Finance, 5 Acted, 6 Tobacco, 7 Steady, 8 Improvement, 14 Bridges, 15 Treated, 16 Supper, 17 Crisis, 19 Oasis, 21 Rival.
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