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Luna Cinema Returns The fantastic outdoor cinema spectacular is back for another Summer of screenings.

RHS Orchid and Plant Fair All things Orchid as these stunning flowers take centre stage at the Royal Horticultural Halls.

The Virgin Money London Marathon It’s the one we’ve all been waiting for, some more anxiously than others!

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13 Gravity Defying Zenith unveils a new addition to the Zero G collection with this gyroscopic marvel. 14 Cubana Club Colourful and lively just in time for the sun, this new collection from Emily & Fin will brighten every day.

20 Beauty Buys Perfect for when you’re looking for a pop of colour or a sumptuous Summer scent. 22 Bridal Beauty Some of the best products set to take your wedding routine to new heights. 24 Doctor Jonquille Biodegradeable facelifts from one of the best in the business. 27 Travel - The Untouched Irrawaddy Accessing the heart of Myanmar along this breathtaking stretch of water. 38 Perfect for Your Palate Sakura at Sexy Fish, Caviar and Sushi to your door and some cruising cuisine with a serious backdrop. 40 Review - Tokimeitē Bringing together traditional Japanese dishes with a European twist, this was always going to be a winner. 41 Review - Asia de Cuba Substituting the European for the Latin, this is a colourful fusion restaurant with vibrant food to match.

50 Tesla - Model X Leaders in the electric automotive world, Tesla’s ‘family car’ has plenty to give.

43 Clover Club The next stage in the gin story; Pink Gin is on the rise and there are some great cocktails arrival with it.

54 BMW - 2000 CS This 1966 stunner is a picture perfect example and one that doesn’t come around every day.

46 Review - Harry’s Dolce Vita Harking back to ‘50’s Italian glitz, this is an all-day restaurant with style and substance.

62 Savills - Shaped by The Thames Exploring homes that have been shaped by the river with some incredible results.

EVENTS

Luna Cinema Returns The Luna Cinema marks its 10th anniversary with an incredible line up of films taking to the big screen in the country’s most iconic venues. The Luna Cinema has announced its new summer calendar and its packed with more screenings than ever before from new blockbusters and this year’s award winners to nostalgic cult classics. From April to October, film fans can choose from over 175 outdoor screenings taking place right across the UK. Filmgoers in the capital can enjoy movies under the stars at the likes of Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Peckham Rye. Audiences can expect a fantastic choice of films, including this year’s big award winners, such as Guillermo del Toro’s masterpiece, The Shape of Water, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri and Dunkirk. Fans will also have the opportunity to watch Darkest Hour, starring Gary Oldman in his Oscar-winning performance as Sir Winston Churchill in the grounds of Churchill’s birthplace, Blenheim Palace. By popular demand, there will even be a screening of Spice World at Regent’s Park! The programme also includes ever-popular classic that audiences

enjoy year after year, such as Dirty Dancing, Casablanca, Mean Girls, Pretty Woman, The Goonies and Harry Potter. George Wood, founder of The Luna Cinema, said: “We are really excited to be celebrating our 10th anniversary with our biggest season of open air cinema to date - it certainly feels as if the line up of films and venues for the coming season is our strongest ever. We know that our regular audiences look forward to the day our programme is released as it heralds the prospect of warmer, lighter summer evenings where they can come and experience a classic film on the big screen against a jaw-dropping backdrop. This year’s new releases are perhaps the strongest of any of the past ten years and we’re all excited to see films such as The Greatest Showman, Dunkirk, Shape of Water and Darkest Hour on a big screen under the stars.” As always, The Luna Cinema audiences are welcome to bring along picnics to screenings. However, all events will have fantastic hot food for sale and a full bar on site, in partnership with headline bar sponsors, Estrella Damm. Premium tickets are available at all screenings, which include a branded director’s chair in prime position in the arena, fast track access and a complimentary drink at the Luna Bar.

To book tickets and for more information visit thelunacinema.com

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RHS London Orchid Show and Plant Fair Friday 6 and Saturday 7 April

Explore a world of beautiful exotic orchids and spring plants at the RHS London Orchid Show at the Royal Horticultural Halls. Gold medal winning designer Kate Gould, who is creating ‘The West End Garden’ in the new Space to Grow category at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show will be there as well as Johnathan Snow, who is making his RHS Chelsea debut, and design duo Kate Savill and Tamara Bridge. Other highlights include free talks, a orchid painting class, and virtual reality experiences in collaboration with RHS Chatsworth Flower Show to bring you a sneak peek of the Orchid Pollinators. RHS London Orchid Show and Plant Fair, Royal Horticultural Halls, 80 Vincent Square, Westminster, London SW1P 2PE | rhs.org.uk

Live at Television Centre Festival 12 - 14 April Taking place on the forecourt of Television Centre is a free three-day food festival this month. The big public event since the downsizing of the BBC and redevelopment at White City, there will be a host of food and drink offerings, as well as intercative workshops, pop-ups and DJ sessions. Expect food from the likes of Bluebird Cafe, Homeslice, Kricket, Patty & Bun, Butterscotch and tacos and margaritas by Bad Sports, who are all due to open permanent sites once the centre is fully open. There will also be a special live performance of BBC theme tunes by the BBC Concert Orchestra. Live at Television Centre Festival, Television Centre, Wood Lane, White City, London, W12 7RJ | televisioncentre.com

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Virgin London Marathon 22 April

More than just a race, the London Marathon is the largest annual fundraising event in the world, with 35,000 runners creating an amazing atmosphere. Currently sponsored by Virgin Money and referred to as the Virgin Money London Marathon, the race is held every spring in London. This year sees the 38th Marathon take place on 22 April 2018. Founded by former Olympic champion and journalist Chris Brasher and Welsh athlete John Disley, the race, a distance of 42.195km (26 miles and 385 yards), is set over a largely flat course around the River Thames, beginning at three separate points around Blackheath and finishing in The Mall alongside St. James’s Park. Since the first marathon back in 1981, the course has undergone very few route changes. In 1982, the finishing post was moved from Constitution Hill to Westminster Bridge due to construction works and remained there for twelve years before moving to its present location at The Mall. The event is one of the five top world marathons that make up the World Marathon Majors competition and has raised over £770 million for charity since 1981. Other World Marathon Majors include Berlin, Boston, Chicago and New York City. While it is a serious athletic event, with a large sum of prize money attracting elite athletes, public perception of the race is mainly dominated by club and fun runners. A wide range of weird and wonderful fancy dress outfits can be seen in the name of charity and more than 75 per cent of the 37,000+ runners on

Sunday 22 April will be raising money for charity. Also contributing to the charity raising are a number of wellknown faces who take to the streets to help a wide variety of welldeserving charities such as Cancer Research, Cystic Fibrosis Trust, Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research, British Heart Foundation, Kidney Research UK and many, many more. This year is set to be no different with a host of names from both the sporting and entertainment world taking part. Making the event even more notable will be The Queen, who will be the official starter for the 2018 London Marathon. The Queen will step onto a special podium in front of the Round Tower in the grounds of Windsor Castle to push the start button at 10:00 am. BBC Sport will relay live coverage of the start ceremony to the big screens at Blackheath to set off 40,000 runners on the famous 26.2 miles from Blackheath to The Mall. “We are deeply honoured that Her Majesty The Queen has accepted the invitation to start the 2018 London Marathon,” said Sir John Spurling, Chairman of London Marathon Events Ltd, organisers of the race. “Especially as this will happen 110 years after the 1908 Olympic Marathon was started at Windsor Castle by the then Princess Mary, grandmother to The Queen.” An interactive map, giving details of the best locations to watch the marathon, is available on the Virgin Money London Marathon website, along with other important spectator and runner information.

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Bronzed Basel Beauties Kerbedanz Maximus Ultra-Precision As the world’s largest tourbillon, the Kerbedanz Maximus creates the buzz. The 49 mm watch, with its 27 mm tourbillon cage, is a marvel of precision and a tribute to the watchmaker’s art. When scaling the movement to its outsized proportion, the master watchmakers at Kerbedanz had to make their calculations from scratch to ensure that the movement’s reliability and stability was not only preserved but improved upon. In addition to the accuracy ensured by the tourbillon itself, an 18k gold flyweight was added to fine-tune the balance of the cage. The use of titanium keeps the tourbillon cage lightweight, ensuring that despite its size, it can rotate without losing precision. It also protects the escapement from magnetic fields. A fixed balance-spring stud prevents any changes in position due to shocks, further ensuring precision, and the balance wheel can be finely adjusted. The tourbillon carriage, made of 73 components, rotates once every 6 minutes instead of the conventional 60 seconds. kerbedanz.com

Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Moon Black Enamel Jaquet Droz’s flagship Grande Seconde collection contains the most poetic of complications, the moon phase, as a tribute to the role of astral phenomena in the origins of watchmaking. The clean aesthetic of the Grande Seconde collection, with its figure-8 dial configuration, is rendered here in black Grand Feu enamel. The lower subsidiary dial is dominated by a realistic moon, engraved out of 22K gold and mounted on a black onyx disk that rotates. It is an astronomical moonphase, which means it requires correction only once every 122 years, and is driven by an in-house automatic calibre with a silicon balance spring. A red-tipped hand indicates the date on an 18K gold ring surrounding the moon phase, while another hand indicates seconds. The moon phase can be set using the corrector at 8 o’clock. The 43 mm case is 18k red gold. jaquet-droz.com

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Mathey-Tissot Edmond AM 1886 Calibre 98 The elegant Edmond AM 1886 PZ Calibre 98 is for those who are deeply passionate about their timepieces and to watchmaking heritage. Mathey-Tissot was founded in Les Ponts-de-Martel in the Jura Mountains of Switzerland 132 years ago in 1886. The company specialized in minute repeaters and chronographs, winning numerous prizes and awards for quality and performance. Today, Mathey-Tissot makes an elegant selection of timepieces for men and women, with a special expertise in extraordinary dials. The Edmond AM 1886 has a case of 316L stainless steel with rose gold PVD, featuring a dial with windows cut into it to expose the wheels and gears of the hand-wound calibre 98. The watch is water resistant to 50 metres, making it suitable for swimming. The watch is a limited edition of 200 pieces. matheytissot.com

Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique The inventor of the tourbillon regulator is introducing its Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique in a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grand Feuâ&#x20AC;? enamel version. This new Classique Grandes Complications 5637 provides a beautifully simple interpretation of the tourbillon, which reigns supreme on a minimalist dial. Pared-down to its bare essentials, the unmistakable sheen of grand feu enamel is adorned only by the essentials: hour and minute hands, a tourbillon carriage with small seconds and Breguet numerals. Unlike the previous Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat, introduced in 2013, there is no power reserve indicator on this new edition. The hand-bevelled tourbillon bar is dopped by a blue spinel, matching the blued steel Breguet hands. The in-house movement, Caliber 581, features a patented high-energy barrel to maximize energy retention. breguet.com

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Breitling Navitimer 8 B01

Carl F. Bucherer Manero Tourbillon Double Peripheral

Breitling, famous for its chronographs and its strong link to aviation, has just launched a new pilot’s watch collection: the Navitimer 8. The 8 in its name is a nod to the Huit Aviation Department, which was set up in 1938 to produce cockpit instruments as well as classic pilot’s watches for civilian and military use. At the time, Willy Breitling chose the name “Huit,” the French word for “eight,” as a reference to the eight-day power reserve offered by its storied cockpit instruments. As a highlight of our new watch line, the Navitimer 8 B01 is presented in stainless steel as well as in 18k red gold, each with the exclusive Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01. With those two versions, the manufactory meets all the demands of discerning watch bearers.

The tourbillon calibre CFB T3000 is a world premiere, and represents a continuation of Carl F. Bucherer’s pioneering role in the development of peripheral technology. The new movement, created entirely in-house, with a patent for the peripheral winding mechanism and a pending patent for the tourbillon, combines a peripheral rotor with a peripherally mounted tourbillon mechanism that seems to float freely. The carriage, rather than rotating on a centre ruby bearing, is supported peripherally by three ceramic ball bearings, allowing the tourbillon to be admired without obstruction from both front and back. Carl F. Bucherer’s patented peripheral unidirectional rotor allows for a completely open view of the movement through the sapphire caseback. Calibre T3000, with silicon components and a stop-seconds function, is one of the few tourbillon movements on the market to be officially COSC chronometer-rated.

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Zenith Defy Zero G The Defy collection is the embodiment of Zenith’s horological complexity, including the iconic high-frequency Defy El Primero 21 and the Defy Lab, the world’s most accurate mechanical watch thanks to its monocrystalline silicon oscillator. This year, the Defy appears as a full collection, including the Defy Zero G, with gyroscopic “Gravity Control.” The device, fitted here into a skeletonized version of Zenith’s high-frequency El Primero calibre, cancels the effects of gravity by maintaining the regulating organ and balance in a horizontal position. The spherical system is composed of 139 tiny components, which have been redesigned to reduce the module’s dimensions by 70%. This enables it to fit between the two flat sapphire crystals of the Defy case. The 44 mm case is brushed titanium.

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Cubana Club

Margot Painted Floral Midi Dress in Fireshade Floral ÂŁ99.00

Frankie Dress in San Jose Bay £79.00

Esther Aztec Birds Button Through Tea Dress in Aztec Birds £110.00

Florence Spring Floral Occasion Dress in Spring Florets £95.00

Enid Dress in Blazing Blooms £89.00

Adele Dahlia Floral Midi Shirt Dress in Dreamy Dahlias ÂŁ145.00

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Left: Annie Dress in Fruit Salad £79.00 Above: Anna Cocktails Tie Shoulder Jumpsuit in Cuban Cocktails £130.00 All From Emily & Fin | emilyandfin.co.uk

Beauty Buys

Chanel’s Neapolis Collection fresh for SS18 brings a flurry of colour from Naples, Lucia Pica’s city of birth. Central to the collection is the limited edition Les 9 Ombres eyeshadow palette containing an enticing spectrum of brighter and more muted shades. And the nails receive a similarly enticing collection. We love the bright orange Arancio Vibrante, perfect for that Summer pop. Les 9 Ombres Exclusive Creation Eyeshadow Palette £67.00 and Le Vernis Nail Colour £22.00 each from Chanel. chanel.com

Celebrated French designer Serge Lutens’s collection is now available exclusively at Harvey Nichols. After time spent at Christian Dior and Shiseido during the sixties, seventies and eighties, Lutens founded his eponymous beauty brand in 2000. His products are crafted with precision using luxurious ingredients to cater to the beauty needs of the modern, sophisticated woman. We love the highly pigmented Fard a Paupieres No.4 Eye Palette. Fard a Paupieres No.4 Eye Palette £118.00 from Serge Lutens. Available at Harvey Nichols. harveynichols.com

Kilian is dreaming of summer with two limited edition fragrances inspired by the sun, sin and style of the city of Miami. Love The Way You Taste is zesty like a sparkling Mojito cocktail; while Love The Way You Feel, is a seductive take with exotic, warming Monoi Oil to instantly transport the mind to a glowing beach location. Love The Way You Feel, 50ml refillable spray £185.00 from Kilian Perfume as an Art. bykilian.co.uk

Inspired by a journey through Tokyo along the cherry blossom trees and art galleries, Ever Bloom Sakura Art Edition from Shiseido is a fruity floral fragrance, enveloping black cherries with a woody base creating a delectably addictive scent which is ideal for spring. Ever Bloom Sakura Art Edition Eau de Parfum, 30ml £44.00 from Shiseido. shiseido.co.uk

La Mer

13 Soho Square Fans of luxury skincare company La Mer will be pleased to know they are taking up residency at 13 Soho Square from 18 - 21 April and are inviting you to come and explore the story behind the brand and its legendary formulas. Book a 30-Minute Miracle Broth Facial and join the Q&A sessions with Beauty Expert Alessandra Steinherr, there is a full calendar of events and treats for you to enjoy. You can also just turn up, hit The Miracle Bar for a refreshment and immerse yourself in the brand. From discovering your perfect texture of the iconic moisturiser and taking a sample-size home with you*, to finding your flawless shade of Skincolor de La Mer. Wednesday 18th April Saturday 21st April. Opening Times: From 12.30pm until 7.30pm on Wednesday and 10.30am until 7.30pm for the rest of the week. *One Moisture sample per customer following consultation, while stocks last. Sample sizes vary from 3ml to 3.5ml. 13 Soho Square, London W1D 3QF cremedelamer.co.uk

The Peel Boutique

With shine like a gloss, coverage like a lipstick, and a hyaluronic acid packed formula, Chantecaille’s Lip Chic provides beautiful colour and much needed hydration to condition dry lips. Perfect for all-day wear. Lip Chic £32.00 from Chantecaille. Available at Space NK. spacenk.com

Offering quick and highly effective treatments for time-poor skincare lovers, The Peel Boutique is the perfect one-stop express skincare destination for those looking for a boost to their complexion. With no downtime and 100% non-invasive, the list of non-toxic, Dr-formulated peels can be done in just 20 minutes and are fantastic value at just £55.00 each. Formulated by leading holistic aesthetic Dr Rabia Malik, the treatment menu comprises of four peels, from blemish busting to pre-party, to reveal glowing complexions making the treatments perfect for any big events you may have coming up. Harnessing the naturally mild but potent capabilities of lactic acid, each treatment provides an effective, safe and non-irritating rejuvenation of the skin thanks to Dr Malik’s advanced formulations including natural extracts such as pumpkin, pomegranate and green tea, to effectively resurface the skin and treat various complexion concerns. Safe for all types and skin tones, the £55.00 peels fit easily into your existing routine and as mentioned are perfect for a skin pick-me up before a big event. For brides in particular, the brightening peel is ideal for glowing skin before the big day. Clients can opt for a 6 week programme where clients receive one treatment per week, with the last treatment received two or three days before the wedding for £295.00. With three locations in London, you can also opt to add on treatments such as the neck, hand or eye peel. Book online at thepeelboutique.com

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Jo Malone London offers a complimentary Bridal Consultation at your nearest Jo Malone London Boutique. Be inspired and pick your perfect wedding day fragrance combination while enjoying a complimentary Hand & Arm Massage with a guest at the boutique of your choice. Pre-wedding parties can also be arranged too, just book online or drop into a boutique to book your appointment. Also launching from the brand for April is the new Jasmine Sambac & Marigold Cologne Intense. Pure and enchanting, the white buds of Jasmine Sambac glow against vibrant marigold and exotic ylang ylang before feeling the warmth of vanilla and amber. Simply addictive. Jo Malone London Jasmine Sambac & Marigold Cologne Intense, 100ml £115.00 from Jo Malone London. jomalone.co.uk

Spring is officially upon us and with it brings the highly anticipated wedding season. Prep your skin for the big day with our round up of top products designed to give you a glowing, balanced, more youthful looking complexion so you can be sure you look your very best. You don’t have to be getting married to enjoy these little miracles and could simply be looking for a skin spring clean. Whatever the occasion you’re sure to find something you like from this list.

Quick and easy to use, these highly concentrated eye masks reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles in just one use, leaving skin as smooth as silk. Benefiance WrinkleResist Pure Retinol Express Smoothing Eye Mask, 12 pairs £60.00 from Shiseido shiseido.co.uk

Combining charcoal with cooling gel, this clever mask uses natural clays to absorb excess oil to help clear and minimize pores.

Combining the effects of professional microneedling with cutting edge plant EGF and stem cell cosmetics, Starskin’s Pro Micro-Filler mask pack helps to boost the skin’s natural repair and regeneration process to deliver fantastic results in little time. Pain-free the process creates miniscule punctures to the skin so that the action-packed formula can penetrate more deeply to start the renewal process and leave you with visibly more plumped and smoother skin.

Pore Clarifying Charcoal Gel Mask £28.00 from Paula’s Choice. paulaschoice.co.uk

Ensure your complexion always has a healthy glow with Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturising Cream. Super lightweight and velvet to touch, the naturally packed moisturiser, featuring citrus peel and Ashitaba plant, uses

Founded by three cosmetic experts, pioneering Swiss beauty label Elixseri harnesses the power of nature through its cutting-edge skincare range. One of our favourite products from the range is Opening Act - a gelserum overnight resurfacing treatment formulated to rid the complexion of dead skin cells and build up to reveal smoother, more radiant skin. The treatment also prepares skin, providing a great base for your other products to work more effectively.

ReNeura Technology™ to essentially reprogram the skin, encouraging cells to respond to the conditioning benefits of the formula. Skin is left smoother, brighter and intensely hydrated. Essential Energy Moisturising Cream, 50ml £59.00 from Shiseido. shiseido.co.uk

Organic Facial Oil, 30ml £38.00 from By Sarah London. bysarahlondon.com

Specially formulated for the delicate eye area, British-made brand Elequra’s restorative eye cream is packed with peptides and hydrators to help plump and protect the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness over time. Eye Architecture Cream £45.00 from Elequra. elequra.com

Opening Act serum, 30ml £76.00 from Elixseri. elixseri.com

A signature blend of only the finest all-natural and certified-organic, cold-pressed plantbased oils, this 100% natural, award winning Facial Oil from By Sarah London not only acts as a lightweight moisturiser but can also be used as a makeup primer.

Pro Micro Filler™ Mask £27.50 from STARSKIN®. Available nationwide.

Taking the iconic Pro-Collagen Marine Cream to the next level, Elemis’s new Pro-Collagen Overnight Matrix uses Smart Drone Technology to target areas of the face where stress shows the most. Overnight skin is smoother, firmer and replenished. Pro-Collagen Overnight Matrix, £145.00 from Elemis. elemis.com With Chamomile, Lavender and Coconut Oil, This Works Deep Sleep Shower Gel, from their popular Deep Sleep range melts daytime stresses away preparing you for a blissful night’s sleep.

Designed to tackle urban aggressors, Vichy’s Slow Age Nuit Cream and Mask restores and revitalises skin overnight to leave you with a healthy glow by the morning.

Deep Sleep Shower Gel, 250ml £15.00 from This Works. thisworks.com

Slow Age Night Cream and Mask £32.00 from Vichy. vichy.co.uk

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Doctor Jonquille As well as a pioneer in the aesthetic industry, Doctor Jonquille Chantry is known as the female face in the field of cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive surgery. She has more than fourteen years of experience and is one of the most influential, well known and very well-respected doctors in the UK. She is also a global lecturer and teaches other doctors and surgeons worldwide to promote exceptional practice and pioneering techniques in aesthetic treatments and surgical transformations. Dr Jonquille is the silent name behind the expert training of many of the cosmetic and aesthetic doctors whose names are well known today and with her pride and passion for her work, she is the media’s ‘go to’ expert in cosmetic surgery, anti-ageing and scarring. After studying for many years and gaining extensive international experience, she has published well-known articles, papers and

studies which have impacted on the industry as it stands today and with her ever-increasing knowledge, is always ahead of the game. She has featured in many well respected glossy, luxury magazines and has appeared in television programmes such as Embarrassing Bodies and Jeremy Kyle’s Morning Surgery as well as performing surgery in front of a live audience in a teaching capacity. Specialising in aesthetic medical procedures to enhance and rejuvenate the face and body Dr. Jonquille established her renowned clinic ‘Expert Aesthetics’ in the heart of leafy Alderley Edge, Cheshire in 2011 and has many celebrity and international clients. However, she has also brought her expertise to London where she operates in several House of Beauty and hosts regular press events as well as giving talks to consumers. She journeys regularly every month for this specific purpose.

Doctor Jonquille Chantry, Expert Aesthetics | 01625 585990 | info@drjonquille.co.uk | drjonquille.co.uk

Dr. Jonquille has numerous qualifications. She is a trained surgeon and has achieved a research degree in psychiatry and including a specialist interest in psychology, she can understand each individual patient’s needs on a more personal level. Armed with this knowledge and with her focus on improving both the physical and mental well-being of her patients, she truly believes that the best natural outcomes can now be achieved using non-surgical methods which in turn minimises scarring and post treatment downtime. She aims to ensure beautiful, natural results to build and strengthen long-term self-esteem.

One of the many procedures she has to offer using safe, noninvasive methods is a technique known as a Fluid (or liquid) Facelift which she was instrumental in researching and for which she has gained international recognition amongst her peers. This involves full rejuvenation of the face and jaw-line using one of the many injectable products available known as Juvederm Voluma. Creating a customised treatment tailored to each client’s specific needs, hyaluronic acid is the key ingredient in the syringe and when injected into specific points of concern such as the cheeks, jowls and under eyes, effects similar to a surgical facelift can be achieved without the complications of invasive and expensive surgery. Hyaluronic acid is a common type of natural facial filler which reduces the signs of ageing by combining with the water in your skin and adding moisture deep within the layers where it is has been lost giving back a more youthful elasticity. Natural hyaluronic acid is lost as we age and this causes wrinkles to form and the face to lose definition and droop and change its contour. To keep everything balanced and natural-looking, Dr. Jonquille treats the face as a ‘whole’ and once the skin is numb, she administers tiny doses of hyaluronic acid to perfectly enhance and subtly balance the facial features. The most you will feel is a tiny pin prick and Dr. Jonquille’s skills as an advanced injector become obvious. In keeping with her beliefs of using minimal product for maximum results, these doses of acid contour and strobe the targeted areas as required. When administered around the eye and cheek area it balances the face by lifting the jawline and ensures a flawless complexion with natural, fresh results. Furthermore, by massaging the injections under your skin, volume is restored to your cheeks leaving your face looking fuller and the entire lower half appears to be lifted, the chin is more defined, and the jawline is smoother. The results are immediate and takes less than an hour after your consultation. The effects are subtle and natural and as there is no downtime. A slight bruising or swelling and a little redness around the treated areas may occur but it would take an eagle eye to detect and you can even return to work afterwards. You may experience some tenderness, but this is only temporary and will be gone in a few days. There is no doubt that this result driven, revolutionary treatment creates dramatically visible results restoring beauty and youth leaving you with a slimmer, more youthful, radiant and luminous complexion which makes you feel fabulous and truly impressed at the result. Fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed away leaving the skin much tighter and facial contours are far more even-toned and ultimately improves the way you feel about yourself and contributes to you entire well-being. Ideal for both men and women, Juvederm Voluma used in the Fluid Facelift has been proven to last up to one year depending on each individual and as all ingredients are bio degradable, it will disperse into your skin without leaving any damage.

Pre treatment may be required. Prices start from £450.00

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Exploring the Untouched Irrawaddy Burma has spent a considerable amount of time closed off from the rest of the world. For much of the duration of the military dictatorship that ruled from 1962 to 2011, and even now, many of the remote areas are populated by people who have had little or no contact with foreigners. Today more accessible than ever, Myanmar is quickly opening up to the opportunities of the world around it. With international air routes linking Yangon (formerly Rangoon) and Mandalay (the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second largest city and ancient capital) to Bangkok, Singapore and

Kuala Lumpur, there has never been a better time to visit. Little has changed in the years gone by, however the potential for much growth in the next ten years is here. The nearby neighbours of China, India, Malaysia and Thailand have been making the most of Myanmarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s land for some time now and this only looks set to grow with China building a vast number of properties in Mandalay making the most of the cheap land prices. The landscape is changing and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth heading out as soon as possible to see the untouched, magical scenery of pagodas and stupas while you still can.

Myanmar is a land of rivers. Not only is it home to the Irrawaddy river, navigable for 1000 miles, or its main tributary the Chindwin river, navigable for 600 miles, but other rivers too including the longest, the Salween river. The Kaladan system in the Arakan also runs over 450km from the eastern Mizoram State of India through Myanmar to the Rakhine State before continuing south to Sittwe where it enters the Bay of Bengal. It offers the fifth largest river in the world that remains undisturbed by dams. However, the Great Irrawaddy Delta, with its seven main channels and several hundred lesser ones, is a vast water-world covering over 10,000 square miles and is the best way to enjoy this incredible country. In Myanmar for over one thousand years, nearly all movement of people and goods, not to mention invaders, have traveled by river. In British colonial times the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company launched 1,200 vessels and became the largest fleet of privately owned ships in the world. Still to this day, despite the construction of railways in colonial times and more recently, roads, the rivers remain key to transportation and the best and easiest way for travelers to see the country. Incredibly wide, the Irrawaddy also bears a massive spiritual significance to the mostly Buddhist nation. Remote villages and towns alike rely on the government protected water for washing and drinking, making the water much better quality of that in China and India as it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as heavily polluted. June to November is classed as the wet season, where the many river islands flood with water rising to up to 25 feet forcing villagers out of their homes. From November to April, the dry season commences, and communities live on the many sandbanks in temporary bamboo houses, often fishing in the early morning to make a living. Further up the river in the north near the second

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defile, communities use the dry season to collect and sell wood, such as teak and rosewood, to local pottery makers who use it for their kilns. Pottery making is one of the many trades in Myanmar. Selling large 50-gallon handmade water pots for a mere $15 dollars itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wonder the pottery makers in Kyauk-Myoung make any money. We picked up a pretty floral terracotta style pot for 1000 Myanmar Kyat which is about 53p. Due to the lack of tourist trade, there is very little to buy apart from food or tea from one of the many local tea shops villagers like to while away the day at. That said, the country is famed for gems and gold and you will get the opportunity on the trip to visit a jewellery store in Mandalay

should you wish to take something special home. While the Mogok ruby supply is beginning to dwindle, the country is still an unmined treasure for diamonds, and you will find a vast array of jade, amber and sparkling sapphires to admire. During your Pandaw trip you can expect to see a number of fascinating and historic sites along the Irrawaddy. Highlights include Bagaya Kyaung, a 200-year-old royal monastery made of teak with elaborate woodcarvings; the Mingun Bell, the largest working bell in the world the unfinished pagoda that is the largest single mass of brick building in the world; and ancient city of Tagaung, where you can enjoy a fantastic view across the Irrawaddy from the top of Pagoda Hill.

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Pagan is one of the richest archaeological sites in the world and the highlight of every tour through Myanmar. In between 11th and 13th century the kings of Pagan dynasty ruled the country and ordered thousands of pagodas and temples to be built. There are about 20 temples and hundreds of pagodas to be seen here, many boasting intricate ornate styles. Another place of significant interest on the Pagan and Upper Irrawaddy cruise is the colonial town of Katha, the famous setting for George Orwell’s Burmese Days. Little has changed since the book was written and you can visit many of the locations referenced in the book. Katha is also notable as the final resting place of the old flotilla and here, over a hundred ships were scuppered in 1942 in an Act of Denial before the advancing Japanese. Today, the local fire station has several the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company’s ship’s bells on display that were taken from sunken ships in the Second War. Sightseeing in Myanmar is unlikely any other tourist site excursion you may have done before. There are little in the way of rules, apart from taking off your shoes at sacred locations. There’s no red tape and you can really get up close and personal with the ornate carvings and structures to see the detail, unlike the many barriers that keep us from doing so here. The Burmese are working to preserve their monuments but as with everything, this takes time and its incredible to see so many crumbling stupas next to other glistening gold relics. myanmar.travel

TRAVEL Offering cruises in Burma, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, Laos and China, The Pandaw experience is all about exploring remote and often hard-to-navigate rivers and coasts in specially-designed luxury small ships. The original company, known as the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company, founded in 1865, was acquired by Paul and Roser Strachan in 1995. Renamed Pandaw, following the discovery and acquisition of this last remaining Clyde-built steamer, the company has gone from strength to strength, expanding with many new routes outside of its original home of Burma. Pandaw brought its unique concept and style to expeditions along the Mekong River through Indochina in 2003 and pioneered the first routes on both the Red River in Northern Vietnam and the Upper Mekong through Laos into China in 2015. Each ship is hand-crafted in brass and teak, and a Pandaw adventure is very different from that offered on an ocean-going cruise. The ships are small scale and because of that, the atmosphere is informal but very friendly. While the craft may be small, Pandaw boasts the highest passenger-to-deck- space ratio of any cruise ships afloat. The 360-degree promenade decks allow for plenty of quiet spots to be discovered where you can read a book or write your travel journal. Due to the intimate atmosphere you will soon find that you have made firm friends with the other like-minded passengers and can often enjoy catching up on your adventures while looking out at the spectacular passing landscape. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this freedom and informality that makes these trips perfect for couples or solo travellers alike. When it comes to dining, passengers are welcome to eat on their own or with family and friends. They can do so either in the indoor salon area or on deck. Most dietary requirements are catered for, and if you inform before your trip Pandaw do their very best to accommodate you. The allinclusive policy ensures that there are no hidden extras for excursions and crew gratuities are also included in this, as well as most drinks apart from luxury beverages such as imported wines and so on.

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MYANMAR There are a number of social events during an expedition which include a welcome dinner, cocktail parties on deck, a farewell gala dinner and dinners themed with local menus and costume. All are informal dress and ensure fun for everyone. The crew on board will often make the most of the dry season and try to tie up on a sandbank for a relaxed barbeque beach party on the sands. Each of the cruises are family friendly and also offer activities for all ages and abilities, allowing you to make your trip as relaxing or as challenging as you wish. Mountain biking and hiking are all available as well as exciting excursions to local villages where children can gain valuable insight to other lifestyles around the globe. Just imagine making your own discoveries by bike though the pagodas and temples of Pagan or exploring the scenic Burmese countryside and friendly villages at your own pace. While passengers are free to do their own thing onshore, transportation, sometimes in the form of a horse and cart or trishaw, is provided for those who prefer a led excursion in the capable hands of expert guides â&#x20AC;&#x201C; perfect if you are unsure of going alone. All scheduled excursions are accompanied by members of the crew with first aid kits, water and cold towels. Passengers are also offered the chance to visit Pandaw Charity projects to see the work and progress that donations have made, as well as interact with the local communities the projects help. Foodie fans will enjoy the opportunity to travel to local markets with the Pandaw Head Chef at least once during the cruise programme to scope out the best ingredients on offer.

Our Boat This ten cabin K class was completed in 2016 and is currently serving as the Pandaw Academy training ship at Pagan. Like so many of Pandawâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s K class ships the Khabyoo was named after the Denny built ship launched in 1882 and sunk in 1025. The story goes that in the year of her launch under a Captain Clasin, Denny was trapped in a whirlpool in the Middle Defile and went round and round for three days and three nights. During this time Captain Clasinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hair turned completely white before she ultimately sank. Pandaw wholeheartedly believes in giving back to the local community. Paul Strachan, Founder & CEO, established the Pandaw charity in 2008 to support education and healthcare efforts in Burma, something that many of the remote villages really rely on. The charity is entirely sponsored by a profit share of revenue and donations from Pandaw passengers. Another of the many initiatives Pandaw has taken to further give back is by taking on interns from local villages and offering them valuable training in hotel skills to not only allow them to flourish and help provide for their families but also a step up the career ladder. The ship has quality mountain bikes for independent exploration and individual routes can be provided for those looking to head out.

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The Staterooms The Pandaw stateroom is the most celebrated feature of the ships, combining splendid colonial-era character with superb contemporary comfort. Finished in brass and teak, the main and upper deck rooms are a spacious 168 square feet (15.6 sqm). Although the ships differ slightly, the staterooms are mainly the same in each. It’s worth noting the cabins do not have mini-bars, satellite TV’s, internet access or telephones, however that’s not why you are going. Most passengers find themselves outside enjoying the views or off-ship

exploring the land, as after all this is a once in a life time experience not a business trip. All of the cabins are the same size and all contain Pandaw’s signature amenities. Passengers can choose from the Main Deck or Upper Deck and unlike big ocean liners, every window on board (except for the portholes on the lower deck) can be opened and closed to suit your comfort. Amenities include fresh fruit and flowers on arrival, Kimonos and slippers, Spa-branded amenities, Unlimited mineral water and Free use of mini DVD player on request and selection of DVDs from the ship’s library.

Prices for Pandaw’s 10-night ‘Pagan And The Upper Irrawaddy’ cruise start from US$3,780 per person, based on two sharing. This includes 10 nights on RV Kha Byoo Pandaw, meals, some drinks, transfers, excursions, entrance fees, guide services, gratuities to crew. International flights are additional. Departures available September - March yearly. For more information visit pandawcharity.com To book visit pandaw.com | 020 8326 5620

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Getting There The easiest way to Myanmar from London is via Bangkok so make the most of your time with a stay in Thailand’s vibrant capital. Not only will you break up the journey, you will also get to take advantage of the hustle and bustle of the city from the night markets to the famous Grand Palace. Top highlights in Bangkok include CentralWorld shopping centre, which is one of Thailand’s largest malls; the glistening Grand Palace and magnificent Emerald Buddha; and the huge modern night market on the river - Asiatique. For the perfect base look no further than the Amari Watergate Bangkok. Located in the Pratunam neighbourhood in downtown Petchburi, known for its bustling landscape of shopping bazaars and lifestyle malls, the sleek 5-star hotel boasts fantastic dining options, a rooftop pool and relaxing spa. The new Amaya Food Gallery offers a wealth of cuisine from around the world with live cooking stations, so you can indulge in whatever takes your fancy. For those looking to really relax, the Amari Watergate’s Executive rooms are located on the top four Executive Floors and boast a private check-in/check-out desk as well as access to the chic Executive Lounge, complete with a spectacular terrace offering great views across the city. Here guests can enjoy a large complimentary breakfast buffet as well as a selection of juices, coffees, teas and early evening cocktails each day during happy hour. Light and modern, the rooms at the Amari Watergate mirror the rest of the hotel’s stylish surrounds. Openplan with Thai touches, each of the rooms offer fantastic views and lots of natural light. The Executive Suites in particular boast a writing desk, two 40” LCD TVs,

a DVD player and stereo system, as well as an oversized spa bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi bathtub and a walk-in shower.

Low Season: Starting room rate: Prices at Amari Watergate Bangkok start from THB 3,800 (approximately £84.00) per night for a Deluxe room, based on two sharing a room, on a bed and breakfast basis. Price is exclusive of VAT and service charge. Subject to season and availability.

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Starting room rate: Prices at Amari Watergate Bangkok start from THB 4,400 (approximately £98.00) per night for a Deluxe room, based on two sharing a room, on a bed and breakfast basis. Price is exclusive of VAT and service charge. Subject to season and availability. To book visit amari.com/watergate.

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Japanese Washoku Headed up by Chef Daisuke Hayashi, TokimeitÄ&#x201C; brings an exquisite Japanese menu to the heart of Mayfair. Adding European influences to an otherwise exclusively traditional Japanese menu brings a unique flavour to the table and the setting only enhances this restaurants draw.

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Sakura at Sexy Fish Sakura - Cherry blossom season - is one of the highlights of the Japanese spring, drawing tourists in their hundreds of thousands, year after year to view the beautiful blossoms. In honour of this special time in the Japanese calendar, Sexy Fish is paying homage to the season with a stunning neon blossom installation, a selection of Sakura cocktails and an edible cherry blossom tree cake, created by Sebastian Wild Cakes. Sebastian Davies, founder of Sebastian Wild Cakes, is renowned for creating innovative, sculpted cakes that resemble real life objects, in the form of anything from couture pieces to food, flowers, and even world-famous sculptures. Sexy Sakura is Sebastian’s first collaborative project, and he has pulled out all the stops with an edible flowerpot made from vanilla sponge and filled with a silky Swiss meringue buttercream that holds a beautiful sprouting pink blossom tree, with delicate flowers sculpted from icing sugar. The pot also holds a rich Belgian dark chocolate ganache and is topped with a ‘soil’ of crushed Oreo cookies, making it a treat for all the senses. Additionally, Sexy Fish’s talented bar team has partnered with Japanese whisky pioneers House of Suntory, to create four delicious cocktails inspired by blossom season. Visit Sexy Fish this spring to enjoy the ‘Sexy Sakura’ (#SexySakura) cherry blossom installation and purchase one of Sebastian Wild Cakes’ limited edition edible trees, available while stocks last. Each cake is available individually for £30, to eat in or take home. Sexy Sakura at Sexy Fish will run from Tuesday, 10 April, to Sunday, 29 April.

SushiShopXSturia To celebrate its 20th birthday Sushi Shop has created a mouthwatering Limited-Edition box which comes with a free tin of caviar. Exploring the unique and sophisticated combination of caviar and sushi, the Autour du Caviar box is made up of 32 delicious pieces of sushi, such as mango and crab gunkan, spicy tuna tartare, and teriyaki salmon sushi. Also in the brightly coloured box is a 10g tin of haute Couture Sturia Oslcetra caviar. Sturia is well-known for its exceptional French caviar and the unique box, which is covered in the Sturia’s iconic colours is a fantastic treat for caviar and sushi lovers alike. Enjoy with a bottle of Satèn wine, a style of wine exclusive to Franciacorta. Named after its delicate silky taste, the sparkling wine made in the Lombardy region goes particularly well with sushi. Autour Du Caviar Limited Edition £50.00 available in all Sushi Shop Stores. mysushishop.co.uk | La Valle Franciacorta Brut Satèn, available to buy on Tannico for £31.62. tannico.co.uk

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Hush Mayfair

Hush has launched its new ‘London in Blossom’ courtyard in collaboration with London Gin No.1. Located in Lancashire Court, the Mayfair townhouse’s coveted courtyard is just moments away from Bond Street and has been transformed into a secret garden, heralding the highly anticipated arrival of Spring. Guests are welcomed by an array of soft pastel coloured blooms through a floral entrance arch leading into a canopy of hanging flowers and branches overhead. Vintage ornaments and terrariums filled with fairy lights and flowers decorate the tables for that perfect Instagram snap. The new cocktail menu has been created by in-house mixologist William Solorzano and welcomes four bespoke cocktails made using London Gin No.1. Alongside the new cocktail menu Hush has also introduced four new dishes to their Spring menu, such as Courgette Flower Tempura and Turkish Delight Sundae, to further enhance the experience. Priced at £12.00 each, our favourite cocktails include the No.1 Negroni with London No1 Gin, La Copa Vermouth, Campari, dry orange; and the Cool as a Cucumber London No1 Gin, lime, elderflower cordial, mint, cucumber, tonic water. Hush Mayfair, 8 Lancashire Court, Mayfair, London W1S 1EY | 020 7659 1500 | hush.co.uk

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Cruising Cuisine There are so many historic landmarks to see and so many things to do in London that it can be difficult to know where to start and deciding where to eat often poses another dilemma. This is where City Cruises can help those looking for an exciting and truly memorable alternative experience seen from a completely different perspective. Long established, they are London’s number one sightseeing cruise operator on the famous River Thames and offer a variety of fun cruises which include both food and entertainment. From the City Cruise lunch or sophisticated afternoon tea to the London Showboat Dinner Cruise, all offer excellent value for money and you get to see many of the famous sights which London is known for as you move along at a steady pace allowing you to enjoy the unbeatable and truly stunning scenery. Whether it’s for a special occasion or if you just want to treat yourself, The London Showboat Dinner Cruise, the premier dinner cruise lasting three hours, is an excellent choice and highly recommended, especially if you are looking for an entertaining evening with a great party atmosphere. Operating scheduled, public sightseeing tours throughout the year and ideal for couples or larger groups of all ages, you are entertained all night by a solo artist and then a live band whilst you enjoy a delicious four course meal with half a bottle of wine per person. You can even have a twirl on the dance floor should the mood take you. Just a stone’s throw from Westminster Station, daily excursions begin at 19.30 at Westminster Pier with a friendly greeting that awaits you as you step aboard. A welcome glass of sparkling wine is offered before your waiter for the evening shows you to your table. All already laid out with your starter of Scottish smoked salmon mousse with mustard and dill centre, king prawns lemon and Mesclun salad, you can sit and enjoy City Cruises | 020 7740 0400 | citycruises.com

the view through the panoramic windows. The main course consists of roasted chicken supreme with Parma ham served with dauphinoise potato and mushroom with thyme and red wine sauce with seasonal vegetables. Dessert is a white, dark and milk chocolate truffle cake with raspberry sauce and tea or coffee with mints to follow. Whilst you are enjoying your meal the live singer keeps the atmosphere going with familiar tunes and popular songs from well-known West End musicals. As the boat sails, guests can marvel at London’s magical cityscape and famous landmarks as they sparkle and shine against the Thames at night. After dinner, passengers can then head up to the top deck where they’ll cruise past London’s famous sights including the London Eye and Tower Bridge all spectacularly lit up. A fully stocked bar is available, and dancing continues until just before docking time when the boat returns to Westminster Pier at 22.45 hours. Adult and children over five price is £80 per person online with a £5 weekend supplement per person.

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TokimeitE Based in Mayfair, and not far from the busy shopping areas of Regent Street and Oxford Street, Tokimeitē is brought to you by world famous Michelin starred Chef Yoshihiro Murata, who holds a total of seven Michelin stars across his three restaurants in Kyoto and Tokyo, and ZeN-Noh, the Japanese agriculture cooperative. Headed up by Executive Chef Daisuke Hayashi, the restaurant’s aim is to bring the spirit of Japan to diners creating the ultimate, authentic dining experience. As one of London’s few authentic Japanese Washoku traditional cuisine - restaurant, Tokimeitē specialises in Kaiseki, one of the most refined forms of Washoku, adding subtle European twists to create an array of innovative dishes in a luxurious setting. The 70-cover restaurant, has been set over three floors and is designed to celebrate elements from Japanese seasons, shrines and temples. Fire is well represented on the ground floor with an open kitchen showcasing a robata grill and Josper charcoal oven. Taking its name from a colloquial Japanese expression describing a sense of anticipation or ‘butterflies’, dishes at the restaurant are a work of art with delectable sushi and sashimi prepared lovingly at the open bar garnished with edible flowers

and wonderfully fresh. Highlights include the Sashimi Goshu with five types of assorted Sashimi and the Hida Gyu Tartare Truffle Maki with melt in the mouth Hida Wagyu tartare and truffle oil. Wagyu is a prime feature of the menu and is imported by ZeN-Noh. Bred and reared in Japan, the cattle is fed a highly specialised diet and the results are a tender, superior beef which truly makes the dish. This, blended with the traditional techniques make Tokimeitē a stand out spot for truly delicious and authentic Japanese cuisine. Menu highlights include Scottish langoustine tempura; Lobster Karasumiyaki Truffle Yaki, char-grilled lobster with bottarga and truffle sauce; and of course the many premium Wagyu dishes. From the bar, an extensive range of premium sakes, shochu, whiskies and cocktails are available to complement the cuisine. The exotic selection of cocktails features aromatic and unusual ingredients such as umeshu plum liqueur, Kyoto Sansho pepper, Oolong tea and various herbal bitters. The menu also features several types of hot cold and sparkling sakes by the glass, carafe and bottle; and a large array of Japanese beers and a comprehensive wine list.

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REVIEW After celebrating its 18th birthday last year, iconic St Martin’s Lane eatery, Asia de Cuba, continues to bring its tropical fusion of Latin and Asian ingredients, techniques and flavours to Covent Garden. Welcoming with a warm atmosphere, the innovative new menu celebrates some of the restaurant’s long-standing classics with innovative new dishes. The newly renovated restaurant is colourful and fun with a whimsical feel from the mismatched chairs and brightly coloured posters and endless picture frames on the walls. Consisting of five main sections: ceviches, small plates, salads, wok and plancha, the menu is perfect for sharing between friends and even better, washed down with one of the many hand-crafted cocktails that take inspiration from the tropical nature of the food. Headed up by Chef Pous, who grew up and trained as a chef in Cuba, the new menu represents Chef Pous’ interpretation of what Asian-influenced Cuban food would have been today if Cubans had been able to innovate and evolve their cuisine over the past 50 years, when they did not have access to the range of global ingredients which had been available to the rest of the world. The results are spectacular with highlight dishes including Tunapica Tartarte, crispy wonton, spanish olives, currants, toasted coconut, almonds, avocado ceviche; Ropa Vieja Spring Rolls, slowbraised short rib, rocoto sweet and sour; Roasted Duck Salad with napa cabbage, baby sorrel and spicy vinaigrette; and Coffee-crusted Ribeye. There are plenty of meat and fish options on the extensive menu, which also offers Pre-Theatre Bento Boxes, however the many fresh fish dishes do seem to stand out more than the rest. The Rocoto-Glazed Black Cod with orange mojo and avocado poblano puree, and red snapper ceviche are wonderfully fresh and vibrant. The dishes appear light but are incredibly tasty and filling, enhancing and complimenting the many cocktails on the drinks menu. In fact, the new drinks menu has been created in collaboration with the Havana Club especially with this in mind, pairing Asia de Cuba’s Signature Ceviches with new Cocktails, designed to evoke a sense of old Havana. Freshly prepared sugarcane juice has been a staple of Cuban life for decades as it is known for being a natural immunity booster & infection fighter, as well as providing an instant kick of energy & quenching thirst. The vibrant zing hits the spot while the cool, fresh ceviche further plays with your sense of sight, smell and taste. Our favourite cocktails include Floradora on Holiday - aviation gin, hibiscus, lime, soda water and fresh ginger soda; and the Cantaloupe Pisco Sour - pisco aba, cantaloupe melon and lemon. 45 St Martin’s Lane, London WC2N 4HX | 020 7300 5588 | asiadecuba.com

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Calabrese’s Cocktails with Gerry Calabrese

East End drinks maverick Gerry Calabrese has built a reputation as one of the greats in London’s bar scene. From bartending in top London venues such as Lab, Dust, and Sex in the City he went on in 2008 to launch his own multi award winning East End bar, The Hoxton Pony followed by most recently in 2016 Wringer and Mangle situated in the neighbouring London Fields, to much critical acclaim. His pedigree has also seen him act as a drinks columnist as well as consultant and event planner for numerous high profile private clients including Giles Deacon, Swarovski, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Channel 4, and Mulberry.

Not long ago, if you walked into a bar and asked the bar keep for a Pink Gin, you would undoubtedly be served some variation of gin and bitters in a glass, sometimes with ice water or sometimes with tonic, but the world understood it as a very simple yet delicious cocktail. Today however, you would receive something a little different. We’ve seen a continuing rise of craft spirits over the past decade, with an explosion in popularity in the last five years, especially within the ever expanding category of gin, and it seems the next big expression of the spirit to break through is Pink Gin. Already accounting for over six percent of all gin sales in the UK, Pink Gin is set to continue to grow as producers from all over the world are starting to produce there own varieties, usually with the inclusion of berries such as blackberries or raspberries. This month, my very own expression of Hoxton Pink is hitting the shelves, a premium gin created using only naturally and ethically sourced botanicals - we start with a hefty serving of Juniper, the most important of all which is where the dryness of all gin comes from, we follow that up with an unusual botanical - Gunpowder Tea, a Chinese tea where the leaves have withered before being steamed, rolled up and then finally dried. The rolling of the leaves allows them to retain more flavour and aroma, resulting in a much punchier flavour profile. Next up is Bergamot, a sour orange that is closer to the lemon, which is where the unique flavour of Earl Grey comes from. We’ve also included Camomile noted for it’s calming qualities, offers a subtle hint of green apple with a touch of cinnamon. Elderflower, with its creamy blooms brings a floral taste of summer paired with Liquorice which aides in binding all the flavours together while adding a lovely earthy sweetness. Our citrus comes from pink grapefruit, which adds a little zest to

help cut through all the other flavours and we finish it all off with the addition of Rose Hip and Hibiscus Sugar. The Rose Hip is often used for its medicinal value, brings a tangy, tart flavour to Hoxton Pink and is beautifully paired with our Hibiscus Sugar. They both offer some rich floral flavours as well as our unique pink hue. The Hibiscus flower is lemony-tart with berry-leaning floral notes, both on the palate and on the nose. The unique combination of our choice botanicals deliver a beautiful, flavoursome gin that works wonderfully in a variety of drinks, both spirits mixers and cocktails. I suggest a simple serve of Hoxton Pink with Indian Tonic water and a wedge of pink grapefruit as a go-to drink or maybe create a twist on a classic using Hoxton Pink of you’re feeling a little fancy. One of my favourites is a twist on the Clover Club. The future is bright, the future is Pink.

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ROUX at parliament square Namesake of famed Michelin star celebrity chef Michel Roux Jr., Roux at Parliament Square received a welcome refurbishment towards the end of last year and has once again found its way into the Michelin Guide. Achieving Michelin Plate status along with sister restaurant; Roux at The Landau, the restaurant offers a more accessible way of enjoying Roux's culinary marvels than two Michelin starred Le Gavroche that can be considerably harder to book and not so kind on your wallet. Numerous rooms adorned with political, architectural and culinary artworks provide intimate spaces in which to enjoy your meal. Delivering a fantastic atmosphere with the perfect level of ambient noise thanks to the reserved number of covers allocated per room, this is a sophisticated dining room with contemporary design that combines period features and modern furnishings. Set in a listed building designed by Alfred Waterhouse, the architect of Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic Natural History Museum, this space is perfectly suited to the delights you will enjoy on your plate. Taking traditional cuisine and putting a distinct, modern twist in both presentation and flavour with the finest seasonal produce, the menu is exciting and delicious. Dishes such as the veal sweetbreads and the pork cheek starter are executed to perfection and delivered in stunning fashion while the rest of the menu continues on the same theme.

With A La Carte, Set and Tasting menus available, there are plenty of options to find your perfect meal. Headed up by Steve Groves, previous winner of Masterchef The Professionals and more recently awarded Chef of the Year at the Foodservice Cateyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2017, the kitchen is in very good hands. Taking note from Michel Roux, Groves continues to impress with unique, modern dishes that are regularly updated. Every plate presented before you is worthy of an art award, but you won't be able to resist demolishing the whole thing when you smell the rich aromas rising from the dish. Wine is an essential part of any good meal and Roux at Parliament Square does not disappoint. An extensive wine list is available for you to peruse at your own pace, however, the sommelier is on hand to help and will tailor a selection of pairings to suit your chosen dishes. If you opt for the tasting menu, there is an option to take wine pairings with each course and every partnership has been expertly selected to support and enhance the flavours in the dish. Not only ideal for quiet business lunches, but perfect for a romantic evening meal, this is a tranquil fine dining spot in the heart of Westminster that delivers in every aspect. Excellent food, a fantastic supporting wine list and attentive, knowledgeable staff all combine in this cosy yet sleek restaurant.

Roux at Parliament Square, Parliament Square, London SW1P 3AD | 020 7334 3737 | bookings@rouxaps.co.uk | rouxatparliamentsquare.co.uk

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Afternoon Tea

Located under a spectacular glass domed atrium at the heart of The Savoy, the Thames Foyer is the perfect location for a spot of Afternoon Tea. Sparkling with natural light emitting a radiant glow around the room, you’re certainly in for a treat on any special occasion. Afternoon Tea has been enjoyed at the hotel for over 125 years, beginning first in The Savoy’s ‘Terrace Restaurant’, where young and fashionable Edwardian couples would come to enjoy midafternoon treats. By 1920, afternoon tea was a firm tradition and a permanent dance floor was installed in the Thames Foyer so that guests could enjoy Tango Teas and music from renowned bands. A slightly quieter affair with only the delicate sounds of a talented pianist, today’s tea has been created by The Savoy’s Executive Pastry Chef, Ludwig Hely and starts at £60.00 per person. Boasting traditional Afternoon and High Tea favourites, delicate finger sandwiches include the likes of Coronation Chicken on olive bread; Sliced cucumber and cream cheese with mint on caraway seed bread; and Wiltshire ham with Bromley apple and cider chutney, grain mustard and pickled cucumbers on whole meal bread. Warm homemade scones with Cornish clotted cream, lemon curd and strawberry preserve accompany the sandwiches and are arranged prettily on tiered cake stands with a choice of a range of complimenting teas such as the specially made Savoy Afternoon Tea blend. The menu also offers a range of innovative pastries and signature cakes that are hand crafted each morning ensuring precision and freshness. Indulge in sweets such as Belle Helene – Chantilly Cream with poached pear and a dark chocolate sauce; Passionfruit meringue tart; and Pink Rhubarb with shortbread, vanilla cremeux and rhubarb paste. Guests can select favourites or indeed try them all. Instead of the sweets, savoury fans can opt for the high tea and enjoy a traditional smoked salmon and poached hen egg blini served with hollandaise and fennel oil. A glass of Louis Roederer Brut Premier can be added to either tea for £70pp and Moet & Chandon Rose at £88pp. The beautiful space also plays host to a delectable breakfast and varied all-day dining menu and more recently, the launch of an exciting live jazz programme. Afternoon Tea is served from 1:00pm-5:45pm. The Savoy, Strand, London WC2R 0EZ 020 7836 4343 | fairmont.com/savoy

The Bloomsbury Set Afternoon Tea at Charlotte Street Hotel Charlotte Street Hotel has launched a decadent Afternoon Tea inspired by the experimental and creative ideals of its past neighbours the Bloomsbury Set, a pioneering group of early twentieth century writers, artists and intellectuals. Aptly titled ‘The Bloomsbury Set Afternoon Tea’, the talented team at Charlotte Street Hotel have been inspired by recipes from ‘The Bloomsbury Cookbook – Recipes for Life, Love and Art’ by Jans Ondaantje Rolls, Thames & Hudson, March 2014. Head Chef Bradd Johns has been working through authentic recipes of the time to create a menu packed full of the gang’s favourite tea-time treats. Sandwiches include the classic cucumber, egg and cress and a delicious crab Bloody Mary melba toast inspired by Duncan Grant’s love for the drink. The pastry selection includes Virginia Woolf ’s much-loved Eccles cakes and a superbly light and tangy blackberry mousse opera cake, a recipe which was found in writer, Frances Partridge’s personal collection of papers each one of the treats are sure to satisfy even the sweetest of teeth making this savoury, sweet feast a delight for all. The soda scones are another highlight thanks to their crunchy exteriors and wonderfully fluffy insides. Inspired by the work of the Bloomsbury Set, owner and Design Director Kit Kemp has continued to pay homage throughout Charlotte Street Hotel since it opened in 2000, with a collection of original and commissioned work, making the hotel the perfect setting for Bloomsbury-esque debate and discussion. The afternoon tea can be taken in the hotel’s Drawing Room or Library surrounded by original paintings by Vanessa Bell, Roger Fry, Duncan Grant and Nina Hamnett, or in Oscar’s Bar and Restaurant which features a hand-painted mural by Alexander Hollweg, inspired by the work of Duncan Grant. Charlotte Street Hotel has also been working with local micro-distillery, Bloomsbury, to create an entirely unique gin, which can be served as an Oscar Gimlet made with homemade ginger, thyme and lime cordial. The perfect accompaniment to the tea but of course, you can also opt for a glass of champagne should you wish for fizz. The Bloomsbury Set Afternoon Tea costs £26.00 per person & £39.00 per person to include an Oscar Gimlet. Availability: 3rd April - 18th May | 6th August - 16th September. For further information and to book call 020 7806 2000 or visit firmdalehotels.com

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Harry's Dolce Vita Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, just a stone’s throw from Harrods on Basil Street, Harry’s Dolce Vita serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner to hungry locals and avid shoppers alike. With an extensive Italian wine list and classic cocktails, the glamorous restaurant fuses 1950s and 60s Italian glitz with simply good food, and decadent touches. The interior of the narrow dining room features luxurious Fortuny fabrics, colourful Murano glass, vintage brass fixtures and rich tanned leather banquettes. Fitting artwork adorns the walls celebrating ‘la dolce vita’ and creating a wonderful atmosphere in the room. The menu changes seasonally and Executive Chef Diego Cardoso sources ingredients from specialists in their field, working directly with Italian suppliers and importers. Start with some cicchetti such as moreish Truffle Arancini; and N’duji Flatbread. Harry’s Tagliolini is a must try starter with perfectly cooked gratinated tagliolini pasta mingling with truffle, parmesan and cream. The Insalata Caprese is also a lovely fresh way to start a meal served with vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil leaves with Harry’s olive oil. Moving on to mains and one of the restaurant’s signature dishes are their hand-stretched pizzas made from dough that has been slowly proved for 72 hours to maximise flavour and provide a light golden crust. If you don’t fancy that then Harry’s Spaghetti Seafood is a hearty

mix of prawns, squid, clams, mussels, datterini tomatoes garlic, chilli, and parsley and definitely hits the spot. The menu also offers plenty of fresh fish and meat dishes and the Tonno Alla Griglia, chargrilled marinated tuna steak with aubergine, datterini tomato, basil, olive and caper trifolati, is a fantastic choice. Sides include olive oil and parmesan mashed potatoes and homemade maccheroni cheese gratin. If you can manage dessert, then the Milk gelato filled profiteroles with chocolate mousse and warm chocolate sauce are wonderfully warm and indulgent, but you may need to share as the portion is huge! The extensive menu also includes sundaes; cannoli, gelato and sorbets. With unfussy dishes and fantastic flavours, Harry’s Dolce Vita will have you returning again and again.

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Chucs Harrods Having launched last month in the new Fine Watch Room of Harrods, Chucs is a welcome addition to the dining scene at the prestigious department store. The third London restaurant for the group, with other branches in Dover Street and Westbourne Grove, the menu specialises in flavours of the Italian Riviera and evoking the essence of yacht life and the Mediterranean Sea. The interior fits well with the luxurious surrounds conjuring thoughts of a relaxed private members club, thanks to the warm wooden panelling, polished brass rails and framed photographs of the Amalfi coastline dotted on the walls. The small and intimate restaurant also boasts an elegant bar area, complete with Italian marble bar top and deep blue leather stools. With dedicated direct street access and late night opening, the menu boasts a number of exclusive â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;created especially for Harrodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dishes, such as Chucs Chicken Paillard, truffle and tomato vierge, baby rocket and Reggiano; Green Harissa Lamb Chops; and Tagliatelle with Mazzara Red Prawns. Other highlights on the menu include the delicious Lobster and Avocado chopped salad served with crispy bacon; the 12oz Wagyu Rib-Eye, truffle maccheroni cheese pot; and the pan-fried Sea Bream with artichoke, peas and broad beans.

Sides include moreish Zucchini Fritti, steamed broccoli and hand cut chips. Dessert showcases Italian classics with a Chucs twist, such as matcha and ginger pannacotta and amoretti tart, as well as sorbets and gelatos. If you are too full however, the mini chocolate ice cream brought out as a petit four rounds the meal off nicely. Open from breakfast through to dinner, the restaurant is also the perfect pit-stop for a leisurely coffee or even a cocktail or two.

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Lifting the Lid on the 570S Track Pack Following the success of the 570S Coupé Track Pack - which now makes up more than 10% of McLaren's coupé sales - the British marque have released an option for those looking for the ultimate open-top track experience with the 570S Spider Track Pack. Featuring a whole host of practical and visual features, the pack - only available on new vehicle orders - offers most notably, a reduced overall weight of more than 33kg over the standard 570S Spider and a sportier, louder exhaust note for added pleasure. Inside, customers can choose from six lightweight By McLaren Designer Interior Sport Design themes in Alcantara including carbon fibre race seats which alone offer a 13kg saving.

The stunning Alcantara steering wheel with carbon spokes immediately evokes a track mentality while the McLaren Track Telemetry system is on hand to provide lap times and sector splits along with post-drive analysis and data logging with graphical plots of speed and time deltas. Outside the results continue with a dark palladium roof and super lightweight 10-spoke alloy wheels in 'Stealth Finish', the same as that upgraded sports exhaust. Further carbon fibre options are available if even more weight saving is required. The 570S Spider Track Pack is a £17,160 option available at the time of ordering and is set to cement the 570S Spider's position at the top.

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T E S L A M o d e l X Stretching its grasp on the automotive market with numerous new models from small saloons to the upcoming roadster, Tesla are keen to show of just what is capable in a fully electric world. And the results are more than promising. Their take on an SUV brings every aspect to new heights with fully customisable seating arrangements, more space than you could swing a cat at and a sporting side that can rival, well, anyone. This is not simply an all-electric car for the family, its adaptability is truly astounding and then there's the quirky - some might say gimmicky - extras such as the 'falcon wings' which open in spectacular fashion to enjoy too. It is not a small car to say the least, but the design team have done an excellent job in creating something that, although big, remains sleek and efficient. Those doors for example perform in such a way that they provide maximum access to the back seats - an adult can simply walk right in - whilst minimising the space

required to open. Double hinged, the doors fold as they lift to reduce the overall height necessary to open. Furthermore, if you do find yourself in an unusually low ceilinged situation, sensors on the doors will automatically prevent any collision. The sleek 'handles' on the doors are little more than incredibly overdesigned buttons that will automatically open the door to yet again a restricted distance depending on the proximity of the car or wall next to you, making entry into the Model X one of the easiest of any car on the road. Once inside, the space becomes immediately apparent. Dependent on the arrangement you choose - five, six or seven seats - and any extras you wish to include, you can customise this car to perfectly suit your needs. Opting for the five seat layout means a standard 2/3 seating arrangement with an enormous amount of space in the boot - and remember there's more space under the bonnet too - which is ideal for those who like to take their tesla.com

kitchen sink away with them or alternatively you could choose the six seat arrangement which adds a row of two seats into the rear space - whilst maintaining a sizeable boot area - and removes the central seat from the second row. This not only offers more space for passengers, but delivers the largest interior storage capacity of its class with 77 cubic feet available. Options are also available to include a central console between the two centre row seats delivering further storage, drinks holders and arm rest. The space in the Model X is only enhanced by the sweeping windscreen that rises from the bonnet and rolls straight over the front seats providing a 90Â° vertical viewing window for driver and passenger as well as flooding the interior space with light. This cars simplicity is something that takes getting used to and many won't feel comfortable just yet about not having any fiddly knobs to turn or countless buttons to press, but the design results of something so simple are quite honestly stunning. Clean, uninterrupted lines flow across the dashboard with little more than integrated air vents causing a necessary blemish and then of course, the screen.

TESLA MODEL X A 17-inch screen remains the centre point in the Model X, developing further the successes of the Model S's distinctive interior. With access to navigation, entertainment and every aspect of the car itself, this system is one of the most all encompassing and easiest to use on the road. Working much in the way that you would use an iPad, the innovative and intuitive system is functional, adaptable and most importantly, so simple to use that you might need to sit the kids in the back before they get their hands on it. Everything from safety functions to interior lighting can all be altered through the simple interface and with regular software updates delivered direct to your car over-the-air, you will always have the latest version available. No need to update your mapping software or make sure the Spotify app is updated, it is all done automatically overnight, so you can wake up in the morning to a new car...to some extent at least. This notion of being able to update your car without even leaving your drive has some serious connotations. As long as you have the necessary hardware pre-installed in your car such as sensors, anything that Tesla develops in terms of what you can do with those sensors can automatically be updated to your car. It is essentially like having a continually updated extras list that just arrives in your car one day. For example, with the latest update, the Enhanced Autopilot system received: improved autosteer up to 90 mph; traffic-aware cruise control; summon (Beta); auto lane change; lane departure warning; automatic emergency braking; parallel autopark; perpendicular autopark; blind spot detection; speed assist. Now you tell me how much that would all cost to have updated on your current car. Money is currently what Tesla's success or failure boils down to. As the current electric charging infrastructure in the UK is minimal at best, the usability of electric cars is yet to be fully appreciated. Despite offering a staggering 351 mile range, the restriction is still there in terms of accessibility to charging points across the country, so at present, you are likely to see plenty of these incredible machines in areas such as London, but venture away from those centres and the population will dramatically and rapidly decline. As a result, it is only those with the means to live and work in such areas that can identify with the potential and understand that although there is a large initial outlay in relation to the competition, over time, that cost is more than negated and the benefits begin to outweigh the negative. If you need more convincing on the subject, it would certainly be worth popping to a Tesla 'shop' or dealership and arranging a test drive to experience this monster firsthand. You could opt for the top of the line P100D which delivers a 0-60mph time of just 2.9 seconds, yes, that's correct, 2.9 seconds or alternatively choose the second in line 100D which boasts a time of 4.7 seconds. Not slow by anyones standards and certainly not when you consider just what this car offers. Market leading capacity, over a 300 mile range and a safety feature list that will make you feel like you've been transported to the Google mainframe all combine in a car that is not only beautifully designed, but delivers the best drag coefficient of any SUV, by a factor of 20%. All round, this is a marvel of engineering. Taking their understanding of electric power as a start point and building around it has meant that Tesla have been able to produce an SUV unlike any other on the road, in design, capability, efficiency and of course something that can quite easily be forgotten with such an impressive vehicle, environmental friendliness.

Tesla's Model X is not just about offering an alternative to the SUV market, they are aiming to make this the go-to SUV in the market. Everything is ready and waiting aligned to make this the ultimate success, we just have to hope that the infrastructure improves, quickly, to ensure it makes it there. There are financing options available to potential buyers, but it is still often hard to see the long term benefits when you are faced with such a huge bill. The best thing you can do if you are on the fence about this or any of the other models in the range, is visit your nearest dealership and take a first hand approach. You will not be disappointed by the result, you may be a little light in the pocket for a little while, but those fuel bills, tax costs and engine oil all add up quite quickly if you take the time to count. There's nothing quite like the products Tesla are currently putting out in the market and it's only set to continue.

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The New Class CoupĂŠ 1966 BMW 2000 CS Featuring a sleek, modern Karmann coach built body, the BMW 2000 CS was introduced in 1965 following the discontinuation of the Bertone bodied 3200 CS - the last in the line of the V8 powered luxury cars from the 50's. The 'New Class CoupĂŠ' range brought with it a new version of the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine from the saloon with the 2000 CS boasting a twin-carburettor version delivering 120 hp paired with a four speed manual transmission as standard. This car was aimed at replacing the flagship 3200 CS and was to later evolve into the BMW E9 of the late 60's. It's unique styling is such that it splits opinion in the BMW world, however there is no mistaking the cars identity. The twin chrome 'kidney' grilles positioned front and centre offer an instantly recognisable feature whilst the remaining simple characteristics offer little in the way of identity. As a result of the minimalist front grille, additional air intakes were required to aid in engine cooling, hence the vertical slots hidden behind the front bumper. This was an effective way of ensuring sufficient air was passing to the engine while managing to maintain the clean styling of the car. The theme continues across the bodywork with a single feature line running the length and around the entire car incorporating the bootline seamlessly. Sleek rear light clusters integrate with the number plate to create yet again, more clean lines and keep the aesthetic simple and modern.

Finished in silver coachwork with an equally sleek black leather interior, this is a fantastic left-hand drive example. This near pristine 2000 CS has however received an extensive full restoration to the tune of ÂŁ25k complete with invoices and photographs from 2013 when the works were completed. The car has covered no miles since the restoration and is a very underrated model which at a fraction of the cost of the 2002 turbo will surely rise in value. Another must see to be appreciated, this is a truly stunning car that boasts a stylish and unique body that is rarely seen.

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Tunbury Avenue In our opinion this is one of the largest Character Built Detached Houses on the market for sale in the immediate area with the main parts dating back to the 1930s. With many rooms this property lends itself to a large family home with up to 6 bedrooms or a substantial 4-bedroom house. The room sizes in this property are very generous with space to spread out. The house has benefited from recent refurbishment. You enter this home from the large porch and walk into a tasteful period hallway which features the original plaster cornice block work. There are two separate lounge reception rooms both with fantastic feature fireplaces and a formal dining room that will accommodate a large table for entertaining with views out to the rear garden. There is also a stunning Custom Designed Ream fully fitted kitchen which features a superb Corian worksurface which extends to the breakfast area. The kitchen has been custom made to suit this property. There is also a huge walk in pantry which will accommodate a large American style fridge freezer a full-size chest freezer and a large array of shelving. There is a separate utility room which has a sink unit, cupboards, plumbing for a washing machine as well as space for a tumble dryer. Still on the ground floor there is also a room currently used as a childs play room and a separate study with views over the swimming pool.

ÂŁ950,000 On the first floor there is a long landing with all four double bedrooms and the family bathroom leading off this. The principle bedroom has a large stylish dressing room leading off of it as well as a separate en-suite bathroom which also incorporates a walk-in shower, jacuzzi bath and a twin basin facility. To the rear of this property is a level, wide and long plot that features numerous plants and shrubs as well as a wide patio that extends to the width of the house. There is also a large outdoor swimming pool, ideal for those hot summer days and a large conservatory to relax in. To the front of the property is a large in and out shingle driveway with plenty of space for off road parking as well as an attached garage. The property has gas central heating, double glazed windows and external doors and has been recently repainted externally. This property is ideal for commuting and is within a short drive to junction 3 of the M2 which provides good access by car to London and the Kent Coast. The London coach services for commuters picks up and drops off on this road making a London commute easy. From Rochester and Chatham stations there is also the fast Javelin train service to Stratford and St Pancras. Within the area is also a good selection of schools including Grammar schools. Tunbury Primary School is only a very short walk away.

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Waterfront Living in London Savills explore how the River Thames has shaped how many live along its banks and beyond. Taking the views and the nature and trying to incorporate it into the home in the best possible way. Thankfully, there are plenty of properties on offer along the river to get your own spot of waterfront heaven, but it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come cheap.

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Burr Close, West Wapping E1W

ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this modern built 3rd floor studio apartment within this riverside development. The apartment benefits from open plan lounge and bedroom area, fitted kitchen and 3 piece bathroom suite. Laminate wood floors. Video entry-phone system. Parking space. Close to Wapping station and local bus routes.

ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this 1980’s built 2 double bedroom 2nd and 3rd floor duplex apartment. The apartment benefits from kitchen diner, reception leading to patio garden. Bathroom with separate Wc. Parking space. Located close to Tower Hill Stations and St Katharine’s Dock.

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ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this rare to market beautifully maintained and decorated modern built 10th floor 3 double bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment within this prestigious luxury development within the heart of Wapping. The apartment has 1350 sq ft of internal space and also boasts a 500sq ft roof terrace with incredible views of the City of London, the Shard and Tower Bridge. apartment hasWapping been fully renovated CapeThe Yard, West E1W from the original Ballymore Spec to include a new fully integrated kitchen with Miele appliances, Cat 6 cabling to all ea2 areBang pleased offer for saleroom this 1st floorsystem 2 bedroom modern built apartment rooms, and to Olufsen multi music with high quality Niles ceiling within thisinpopular West Wapping development. benefits from speakers the Bedrooms and Bathrooms, outdoorThe rockapartment speakers on the terrace. lounge, fullyroom fitted contains kitchen, en-suite shower room to master and wiring family The living a B&O surround system and TV.bedroom The system bathroom. Floor to reconfiguration ceiling windows. toLaminate wood floors.if Video-entry phone design would allow say a Sonos System required. Installed system. space. On-site caretaker. Close tousing St Katharine’s Dock, is a stateAllocated of the artparking integrated ‘Rako’ zoned lighting system Kreon Aplis inWapping station and Tower Hill stations. of Freehold. Line 40 directional light fittings throughShare out, with ‘Rako’ electronically controlled

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ea2 are pleased to offer this executive Studio apartment rent within apartment a luxurious landmark Stunning 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom 1st floorto riverside in this development. This South Facing apartment comprises of modern parking. open planClose fitted kitchen, beautiful warehouse conversion. Secure underground to St contemporary fitted bathroom & Balcony, The flat totals 382 Sq. ft. Residents of Wapping Lane Katharine Docks, Tower Hill and Wapping stations and local amenities. Boasts have the benefit of 24hr concierge facilities, exclusive residents health club, gym and enjoy close exposed and south facing river views from the balcony, lounge and proximity tobrickwork DLR and underground stations. bedroom. Refurbished to a high standard incorporating £360 the latest in modern Per Week living whilst retaining the character and originality of this classic warehouse.

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River Mill One, SE13 £1,350 Per Calendar Month

Wellmeadow Road, SE13 £1,733.33 Per Calendar Month

This stunning one bedroom apartment is located on the 3rd floor of River Mill One, forming part of the Portrait Development which is located only a moments’ walk from Lewisham Station. Set within this modern building which completed only one year ago, you benefit from a marvelous open plan reception room, with a stylish fully integrated kitchen & access to a private balcony with enough space for a table and chairs.

This is a beautifully refurbished two bedroom period conversion located on the popular Wellmeadow Road only a short distance to Hither Green Train Station. Boasting over 830 Sq. Ft. of living space, this wonderfully finished property has a spacious open plan lounge and kitchen with fully integrated appliances & two very good sized double bedrooms with stunning bay windows.

Lewisham Park, SE13 £300,000 Leasehold

Coneybear Point, SE10 £425,000 Leasehold

Set within a purpose built block is this two bedroom property which has been maintained to a good standard throughout as well as having some recent decoration carried out. The property comprises a generous reception room, smart separate kitchen and two good sized bedrooms. Additionally you have a stylish bathroom and your own private outside space located to the rear of the building.

Set within the second part of the popular Greenwich Millennium Village, this modern and spacious one bedroom apartment offers a smart interior & stunning views of the Canary Wharf Skyline. Situated on the seventh floor and benefiting from a secure entry system, the property comprises an open-plan reception room with access to a well-proportioned balcony and a simply beautiful integrated kitchen.

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Arora Tower, SE10 £1,750 Per Calendar Month

Jubilee Court, SE10 £1,989 Per Calendar Month

Stunning one bedroom apartment located on 18th floor of Greenwich’s most desired riverside development Arora Tower. Comprises a spacious open-plan reception, with a fully fitted kitchen, boasting stone worktops & an integrated wine cooler; a generous double bedroom with built-in wardrobe; a chic fully tiled bathroom with demisting mirrors, and built-in storage to the hallway. Also benefits from a private balcony with panoramic views across The River Thames & Canary Wharf.

Outstanding two bedroom apartment located on 4th floor of Jubilee Court. Immaculately presented throughout, with 812 Sq. Ft. of internal living space. Benefits from two Juliette balconies and partial river view. Boasts a light, spacious living area with open plan, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances; a master bedroom with built in wardrobe; a further well-proportioned double bedroom with chic en-suite shower room; modern family bathroom & ample built in storage to the hallway.

Canary View, SE10 £540,000 Leasehold

Arora Tower, SE10 £999,950 Leasehold

Stunning two bedroom apartment located on 6th floor of Canary View, within the sought after New Capital Quay development. Boasts a light, spacious living area with an open plan, fully fitted kitchen & private corner balcony; two wellproportioned double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes; as well as the modern family bathroom & ample built in storage space to the hallway. The property is immaculately presented throughout & offers a secure underground parking space.

Simply stunning three bedroom, 10th floor apartment located within Arora Tower, on the west side of the O2 with impeccable views across Canary Wharf & The River. Smart open plan living area & kitchen with large windows offer fantastic views. Benefits from spacious balcony, generous double bedrooms, elegant bathroom & additional en-suite to master. Underfloor heating & air conditioning throughout, stripped wooden flooring, residents gymnasium, concierge, swimming pool & a spa.

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How the Thames Shaped Our Homes with Fran Moynihan, Head of Savills Waterfront Historically, the Thames was the centre of the capital’s economic success. However, over the last few decades the commercial importance of the river has waned and instead it has become a prime spot for regeneration and property investment. Although many of the old businesses have now gone, the buildings they left behind still shape the personality of the river and give us a unique insight into what came before. Looking first to the south-west stretch of the river, properties on the banks of the Thames here tend to be Georgian or Victorian period houses. Ruvigny Gardens, for example, is a Victorian terrace where all the houses back onto Putney Embankment and

directly overlook the river. While many remain fairly traditional, a number have modern additions which make the most of having the Thames on their doorstep. Properties here tend to attract families who want to make the most of the green and quiet environment and the sense of community that living by the river provides, particularly on boat race day. Moving further up the river you start to see more of an influence from new-build design. Chelsea Waterfront, for example, is a new development based around the original Lots Road power station. Historically, the power station was used to run the London Underground: coal was brought up the river on barges and dropped here to generate energy for the Tubes. Now it’s finding a new lease of life by being converted into luxury apartments with signature waterside restaurants, cafés and boutique shops. A selection of new riverside properties in the immediate area won’t just enjoy river views but also the façade of this iconic Victorian structure. One of my favourite things about properties on the river is the combination of new and old, with modern homes sitting next to some of the most historic buildings in London. Nowhere is that more prevalent than at NEO Bankside, a recently built development next to Tate Modern, overlooking St Paul’s Cathedral and just a few minutes’ walk from the Globe Theatre. This juxtaposition of

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new and old is something that is seen up and down the river and provides the opportunity for people to live among the most famous landmarks of London. Over in the east, the history of the properties tends to live on in the names of the residences that are there today. Much of this

stretch of the river is lined with warehouse conversions, aptly named after their former uses - Gun Wharf, Cinnamon Wharf and, for the pirates who were unlucky enough to be caught, Execution Dock House, to name just a few. The east of the city was an incredibly vibrant commercial hub just a 100 years or so ago, with much of what we imported being brought in here. Now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a highly desirable residential area, with many buyers looking here to take advantage of the unique character and period features that the warehouse conversions provide. So if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for an abundance of history with incredible views all year round, perhaps you should look to the river for you next move.

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