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EDITOR’S LETTER c u lt u r e ABSOLUTELY LOVES

What we’re coveting this month

10 WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for June

12 WORK IN PROGRESS

We talk to fashion designer Phoebe English about her exhibition at NOW Gallery

st yle 18 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

This month’s hottest trends and products

58 20 THE LAST DAYS OF DISCO

Charlotte Adsett channels Studio 54 redux and 70s glam for June’s shoot

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The best buys for Dad this Father’s Day

food & drink 39 TABLE TALK

Takeaway picnics, Jane Parkinon’s wine pairings and spritz for summer

41 FOOD REVIEW

Lordship Lane’s answer to Italian cuisine, Olivelli, impresses

t r av e l 50 ISLAND LIVING

Emma J Page ventures to Taormina, Sicily for a cultural seaside getaway

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EDITOR’S letter

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une is my favourite month of the year. It’s officially summertime, the weather is (slightly) better, and it is finally my birthday. Yes, admittedly I’m a little biased but I truly believe June to be superior to every other month of the year, and just one glimpse at our diary pages will tell you why: festivals are in the offing, fashion gets an injection of vitality and all kinds of delicious food comes into season. If you don’t believe me, just look at this month’s issue.

We kick off with our jam-packed culture diary on page 10 and an interview with the newest, brightest star in London’s Fashion firmament, Phoebe English. Find out why her latest exhibition at NOW Gallery in Greenwich is nothing like Alexander McQueen at the V&A on page 12.

Around this time of year, the style stakes are really raised, with designers bringing out bold colours and fleshflashing confections. We get a glimpse of what inspires ethical fashion outlet Gather&See’s founder Stephanie Hogg

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on page 29, and if that doesn’t get your fashion juices flowing, then our retro, Studio 54-inspired shoot on page 20 definitely will. Don’t believe the rumours: disco is not dead.

Still not satisfied? Perhaps some scrumptious recipes crammed with delectable seasonal ingredients from Chef Director of the Ivy, Tim Hughes on page 44 will convince you that June is peerless in terms of fantastic food and produce.

If June in London doesn’t appeal, then perhaps June in Sicily will do the trick? Emma J Page samples a spot of la dolce vita and walks in the footsteps of Elizabeth Taylor on page 50. I hope you enjoy the issue and my favourite month of the year. Ciao! u

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10 Things We

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Milky sweet, this blueberry glazed doughnut necklace by Tadam! is handcrafted from clay and decorated with gold. A precious little treat. £97; wolfandbadger.com

SUPERNOVA

This season, Stella McCartney have chosen Russian supermodel and philanthropist, Natalia Vodianova, to face their SS15 campaign. Famous for her rags-to-riches story, Vodianova embodies the gentle but successful McCartney woman. stellamccartney.com

BUFFALO SOLDIER

Sick of tiny bags that can’t hold your phone and lipstick? Us too. That’s why we’re loving this super cute, and spacious, buffalo backpack by BBCO. £210; bbco.london

HEY MISSY

Ward off any bad spirits with this evil eye midi-ring, ‘Missy’. Made using 9ct rose gold, white diamonds and deep blue pave set sapphires, this is a really lovely piece of fine jewellery. £660; mariannag.com

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Lalo’s oversized pastel-hued woolen knits are on our tobuy list this month. They’re perfect for when the sun goes down. moreislove.com

TIN CUP

Bold and spicy, with notes of pepper and ginger, this American whiskey is an ode to the gold rush miners who drank from tin cups. £32; tincupwhiskey.com

GLITTERY GLAMOUR

When it comes to sunglasses don’t play it safe – sparkle in the sun with these gorgeous 70s style frames by Miu Miu. £205; net-a-porter.com

BEJEWELED

Take a pretty step forward in these crystal and bead sandals. We’ll be wearing ours with some rolled-up boyfriend jeans. £795; fendi.com

FACE UP

With a pattern originally designed for a silk scarf, the face of Hermès latest watch is intricately painted in an array of light and dark colours. uk.hermes.com

STAINED GLASS

Exclusive to Heal’s this pigmentwaterstained mirror brings a little bit of creativity to an otherwise simple piece. £495; heals.co.uk

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PORTRAIT OF LONDON Throughout June the works of Prize for Illustration finalists will be on display at Covent Garden Piazza’s London Transport Museum. This year’s theme? London places and spaces. We say the likeness is uncanny. ltmuseum.co.uk

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LONDON ROAD LIVE

9 Ju n e Ri tzy P i c tu re ho u s e t’s hard not to remember the horrific serial murders of five young women in I Ipswich during 2006. This new film follows the residents of London Road, a street that the five girls were known to work on. A sad, but uplifting, tale of people coming together. ◆◆ Coldharbour Lane, SW2; picturehouses.co.uk

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SATURDAY NIGHT COMEDY

Fro m 2 0 Ju n e O l d Ro y a l Na va l C o ll e ge howcasing the photographs taken by students attending the adult learning S course at Greenwich Community College, this exhibition celebrates the work of those looking to capture all aspects of life through the lens; from the subtle to the bold. ◆◆ King William Walk, SE10; ornc.org

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This month, four funny men will be descending upon Greenwich for a Saturday night of hilarious standup. Among them, the UK’s leading comedian-cummagician Pete Firman who most famously appeared on BBC1’s ‘The Magicians’. Performing his brilliantly funny and entertaining mix of crowd-pleasing comedy and jaw-dropping magic, you’ll leave happy.

302 Creek Road, SE10; up-the-creek.com

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MACBETH

3 Ju ne G re e nwi c h T he a tre or one night only, William Shakespeare’s epic tragedy will be F performed in Greenwich. Considered to be one of his darkest works, watch on as Macbeth is manipulated and transformed into a murderer. As thrilling today as it was in 1606. ◆◆ Crooms Hill, SE10; greenwichtheatre.org.uk

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ARTS & CULTURE / WHAT’S ON DULWICH BOOKS THE LAST ACT OF LOVE Cathy Rentzenbr ink

£ 14 .9 9, Pa n Ma cm i lla n A car hit Cathy’s brother just two weeks before he got his GCSE results, which turned out to be the best in his school. This is Cathy’s raw, heartbreaking yet ultimately inspirational memoir through which she tells us that, after all the tears, it is possible to pick up the pieces post-tragedy, rebuild yourself and move forward. © MANUEL VAZQUEZ

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FAMILY PORTRAIT

12 June G re e nwich D a n ce T h e a t re hrough movement and dance, this play examines the nature of ‘family’ T and the way in which love, humour and dysfunction are at its core. This explores our heritage and asks why we consider some people ‘family’ even when they are not. ◆ Borough Hall, Royal Hill, SE10; greenwichdance.org.uk

THE CHILDREN ACT Ian McEwan

£ 7.9 9, Vi n ta ge This novel has the wholeness, harmony, and radiance of a Mozart String Quartet.

McEwan’s subject is both familiar, in its humanity, and unfamiliar in its esoteric legal concerns. The style has a cyclical luxury that moves the language to evocative descriptions of Judge Fiona Maye’s journey through her increasingly complex world. ◆

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must read

Rebecca Wait

£ 1 2.9 9, P i ca d o r Wait’s debut novel, The View on the Way Down, was staggering, so I’ve been looking forward to this. Telling the story of a mother and her daughter who are drawn into a religious cult, the whole thing bubbles with tension. As time goes on they begin to doubt their decision but is there a way back? Wait doesn’t disappoint. ◆

A SPOOL OF BLUE THREAD Anne T yler

£ 18 .9 9, Vi n ta ge So deft of touch is Anne Tyler it is easy to underestimate this novel. A family saga of sorts, staged in the house that anchors them, we see slices of lives through three generations of the Whitshanks. This skilfully woven narrative is lightly drawn, with wonderful depth and subtlety. Shortlisted for the Bailey’s Prize, this would be a worthy winner indeed. ◆

THE VERSION OF US L aura Barnett

HEARTBREAK HOTEL

2 Jun e T he Jetty eartbreak Hotel is the destination for lost souls and broken hearts. Rundown H and mysterious, this place is as bizarre as the characters within its walls. Get involved in this immersive performance with live music, street food and views across the Thames.

Greenwich Peninsula, SE10; heartbreak-hotel.co.uk

£ 1 2.9 9, O r i o n Eva and Jim meet in Cambridge in 1958. What follows is three different incarnations of their love story, each one different because of a particular decision they made. Showing how small choices determine the twists and turns of life, this is a gem of a novel about the vagaries of life, the nature of love and the what-might-have-beens. A joy to read.

By Chloe Mavrommatis, Dulwich Books, 6 Croxted Road, SE21; dulwichbooks.co.uk

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PROFILE

WORK IN PROGRESS A rising star in London’s fashion scene, Phoebe English speaks to Absolutely about the art of design and her new exhibition at Greenwich’s NOW Gallery W o r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

things by hand, you know, doing something really labour intensive. Also, exploring the light possibilities of that space because it's completely glass. So, fingers crossed it will come together.

CATHERINE HALES: What is your exhibition FLOATING, FALLING, DROWNING, FLYING about?

PHOEBE ENGLISH: There are lots of different aspects; it’s now going to consist of a large scale installation, an exhibition, a film reel (they have a nice little cinema in there), some limited edition products that will be for sale and a book. So, yes it’s quite wide spectrum of things that I have accumulated.

CH: What does the exhibition part entail?

PE: It’s about putting on display the ephemera that happens as part of the development of a collection. Pieces of paper that you use whilst developing an idea that then just get shoved to the bottom of a cupboard or a piece of evidence that is representative of a very fleeting moment.

So, it’s all the types of fashion ephemera that you have no access to in normal fashion shows but are key to your experiencing the collection: samples and trials and scribbly sketches and final sketches and line ups.

CH: So, it’s the backstage?

PE: Yeah, it’s always nice to peek backstage at the theatre and see the actual workings of how something functions. I suppose that each cabinet we are showing is a representation of how my mind has brought this body of work together.

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CH: I am sure it will! Is the show more of a fashion rather than an art exhibition?

PE: I don't know if I would describe it as a fashion exhibition. I don't know because there are so many different facets to it but I guess it’s an exhibition of working process and it just so happens that the ‘work’ part of it is within the fashion realm. But it is not mannequins with frocks on.

IT IS NOT

mannequins with FROCKS ON

CH: There’s an installation as well – what challenges were presented by that?

PE: It’s an intense composition – it’s really big. It’s a textile piece that I designed to kind of play with NOW Gallery and the shape and height of the building and the gravitational potential that comes with it. It’s really a piece about gravity and textiles and making

CH: Not like Savage Beauty, the current Alexander McQueen show at the V&A. PE: No, its the antithesis of that: its very lo-fi. It’s all the scrappy bits, rather than the beautiful preened finished lines.

CH: You’ve mentioned the glass – is that why the NOW Gallery appealed to you?

PE: We pitched for it, so it was a long proposal process and it was just a really exciting space. We have done a lot of installations but never for a non-retail space, so that was interesting for me. It wasn't trying to make sales for shops, it was a pure creative thing. We have been working on it for 12 weeks now.

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CH: Do you like Greenwich?

PE: It’s a beautiful place and I feel like there are exciting things happening there. And it just looks unlike any other area of London; it’s totally unique and I guess it does have a lot of touristic draw, but it's just so incredible.

CH: Could you describe your process?

PE: I think the process goes try, fail, try, fail, try, fail... try try try, in that order. Lots of trial and error. When I’m working on textiles we will do about 20 pre-samples before we get to the final one. I am always just trying to get things right. I’m not a referential designer, I work more in a

I WAS encouraged to draw on the WALLS OF THE HOUSE reactionary way using instinct and things like how I am feeling and how much money we have.

CH: Could you describe your overall aesthetic?

PE: I like people to be intrigued.

I like collections to feel like a cabinet of curiosity that you want to inspect further. A lot of the details are really small; I’m not a silhouette designer, I don't do a striking silhouette from a distance. It’s more intimate and the details are quieter: a particular type of stitch or a tiny little button.

That sort of thing is more intimate and personal. Quietly intriguing would be how I’d describe it.

CH: Do you have any major influences?

PE: Well, all of my family are artists, so they have been a heavy influence. Since I was young I was encouraged to

draw on all the walls of the house. My aunts especially were, and still are, key figures in my influence. I think it helped me to contextualize my own work quite well and at a young age.

CH: Did that force you to develop your own identity quite early on?

PE: Yes, I also knew that I didn't want to be an artist and that was probably the main thing that it gave me. I didn’t identify as one but I loved making work and had that drive to make things. Just I knew that it wasn't going to be paintings or sculptures.

CH: Where do you source your materials?

PE: I definitely keep it in the UK as much as I can, which is hard and you have to be immensely imaginative.

We are a Made in England brand. All of our pieces are made in London and the materials are mostly made in the studios by freelancers.

CH: What about the beads for the installation?

PE: The beads are specially commissioned, because it needed to be quite strong

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as it’s so tall and high. I think there is like 60,000 kilos or something like that. I don't know, it's a massive amount.

CH: What’s next?

PE: We have been nominated for the Woolmark Prize, then we are working on the next collection for September. The exhibition will be up for three months and there will be an open evening called NOW Late with specially commissioned music and an aerial display. The book will be coming out round about then, too.

CH: Do you have an ultimate ambition?

PE: I never imagined I’d be here now doing this so I don’t think that you can ever really plan for the future; you can just let it happen and hope for the best. ◆

Phoebe has been supported by the Centre for Fashion Enterprise; fashion-enterprise.com FLOATING, FALLING, DROWNING, FLYING runs from 21 May - 9 August; nowgallery.co.uk

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ON THE MOVE ‘The Spirit of Trave’ campaign from luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton celebrates the brand’s travel history and features a new summer handbag and famed trunk collection. louisvuitton.com

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V JEWELLERY Wo r d s s t e p h a n i e k i n g ttention fashion magpies: this is not a drill. I repeat, this is not a drill. SS15 is coming, and you need to be prepared. So heed our Public Service Announcement and arm yourself with summer’s hottest accessory label: two-time UK Watch & Jewellery Awards nominee, V Jewellery. No, literally; arm yourself with the covetable creations by this month's ‘Brand To Watch’. Whether it’s the fan favourite Simplicity Spine or Deco Chrysler rings, or the limited edition Astoria bracelet set in cubic zirconias, green adventurine and black agate, it is critical that you decorate your limbs with one of Laura Vann's lust-worthy pieces. Why? Because even though she only celebrated V Jewellery’s second anniversary in April, the West Midlands-based designer has already cemented her label on fashion’s most wanted list. Not bad for a Central Saint Martins Graduate who started a company at 22. Vann's impossibly cool pieces are often seen adorning the extremities of celebrities, It girls and bloggers, from Katy Perry to Millie Mackintosh.

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Life’s a beach Beach Flamingo

Summer holidays are just around the corner, and that means one thing - a whole new vacay wardrobe. Beach Flamingo is a one-stop holiday shop for luxury swimwear, kaftans, beach bags, and sandals.

This expertly edited website features the hottest beachwear brands of the moment, including Lisa Marie Fernandaz, Adriana Degreas and Lazul. See you by the pool. beachflamingo.com

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Beloved by industry insiders and the likes of Kate Moss and Sarah Jessica Parker, Annina Vogel specialises in reworking Victorian charms and trinkets sourced from all over the UK to recreate unique ready-to-wear pieces. Annina also offers engraving and bespoke services. anninavogel.com

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Introducing the fash pack’s new favourite label A.W.A.K E (an acronym for All Wonderful Adventures Kindle Enthusiasm) that features sculpted cuts and 60’s era statement bows.Stand out from the crowd in this net neoprene maxi dress. £835; avenue32.com 04 03

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY Chloe

We’re not sure if any other SS15 piece quite sums up the modern bohemian vibe of this season like this Chloe silk chiffon blouse. The romantic ruffles, bell sleeves and gypset vibes are very Joni Mitchell circa 1970, which equals top marks in the fashion circuit. £1,480; mytheresa.com

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Score some serious style points this summer with a pair of mules - this season’s must haves. This wooden pair are part platform and part Swedish clog – the other shoes du-jour – so will instantly update your look. £490; net-a-porter.com

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O1. LK BENNETT, Bag, £225; lkbennett.com, 02. DOLCE & GABBANA, Dress, £1,200; net-a-porter.com O3. RED VALENTINO, Blouse, £310; farfetch.com, 04. COMME DES GARCONS, £109; theshopatbluebird.com 05. SALONI, Skirt, £435; farfetch.com, 06. MARC BY MARC JACOBS, Scarf, £170; mytheresa.com, 07. FINDS + BENOIT MISSOLIN, Headpiece, £310; net-a-porter.com 08. BIONDA CASTANA, Shoes, £415; avenue32.com

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Dress, £945, A.W.A.K.E.; Browns Earrings, £398; Vicki Sarge Rings from a selection at Joubi Backdrops used throughout, from a selection at Fabric House

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DIS C O Take inspiration from Studio 54 and 70s Glam Rock to dazzle on the dance floor Fashion Editor charlot te adset t Photography RUTH MORRIS

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Gown, ÂŁ19,560; Ermanno Scervino Earrings, ÂŁ247; Vicki Sarge Ring from a selection at Joubi

Contributing Fashion editor; Charlotte Adsett Photographer; Ruth Morris Model; Sofia Simon at Elite Models Make-up; Michelle Campbell at Carol Hayes using Nars Hair; Ryo Okada using Bumble and Bumble Fashion assistants; Stephanie King and Jasmine Ward Photographer's assistant; Ryan Davies With thanks to Fabric House, 46 Goldhawk Road, London, W12 8DH for providing fabrics as backdrops

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FASHION / GIFT GUIDE ROYAL ACADEMY

CARAN D'ACHE

Beard Grooming Kit, £30; royalacademy.org.uk

Caelograph Zenith 45, £92,500; penshop.co.uk

ROCOCO

Sea salt caramel milk chocolate ganaches £13.50; rococochocolates.com

MR LYAN’S

Rainy Day Spritz, £34.99; selfridges.com

VILEBREQUIN vilebrequin.com

HAIG CLUB

Single Grain Scotch whisky, £45; waitrose.com

ASTON MARTIN

Luxury picnic hamper, £2,950; grantmacdonald.com/ astonmartin

RAYMOND WEIL

Frank Sinatra Maestro Watch, £975; raymond-weil.com

ASPINAL OF LONDON The Small Mount Street Tech, £495; aspinaloflondon.com

JOHNNIE WALKER

Blue label scotch whiskey, £150; 31dover.com

MEN ONLY Stuck for what to get Dad this Father Father’s Day? Here’s Here some gift inspiration.

IDLER ACADEMY Ukelele Lessons, £40; idler.co.uk

B y C at h e r i n e h a l e s

MOULTON

THEO FENNELL

New Series Double Pylon, £16,250; bikefix.co.uk

8ct Yellow Gold Speech Bubble Cufflinks, £3,500; theofennell.com

VALENTINO

Uomo Edition Noire Collector, £65; harrods.com

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JUNE 2015

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Illustration: London Places and Spaces by Erica Sturla

The Prize for Illustration 2015

London Places and Spaces

Media partner

An exhibition of the best entries 15 May – 6 September 2015 London Transport Museum Covent Garden Piazza WC2E 7BB

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STEPHANIE HOGG The Dulwich-based founder of ethical site Gather&See shares her inspirations gatherandsee.com ¡ What is your favourite film in terms of design? ¡ Out of Africa is a very evocative film for me in terms of design.

The combination of location, costume design cinematography and of course Meryl Streep really captures a moment in time.

¡ What is your favourite era in fashion? ¡ I always look at the 1920s as an amazing era in fashion but from a personal point of view the 90’s have definitely played a large role in forming my fashion aesthetic - looking back there were some catastrophes but was the start of my love affair with clothes!

¡ Who are some of your favourite ethical fashion designers? ¡ We stock over 15 brands at Gather&See and obviously I think they are all amazing. Brands like Osei Duro are really leading the way with beautiful, on trend fashion with ethics at the heart of their values.

¡ What’s your favourite Dulwich hang out? ¡ Brick House cafe in East Dulwich - a very cool space with delicious bread!

¡ What is your favourite travel destination? ¡ I’ve been travelling to Sierra Leone for the last 10 years, so it will always have a place in my heart.

But for relaxation where I can totally switch off and indulge it has to be the Ile de Re off the west coast of France. It really is the most beautiful spot.

¡ What is your favourite label/piece currently stocked on Gather&See? ¡ My favourite piece is

¡ What is your favourite piece of art? ¡ At the moment it is a piece by my sister Frances Hogg - called “Dots before my eyes” She creates huge abstract canvas paintings that you could stare at all day.

the Alix Beaumont dress, it’s organic cotton which makes it so soft and it fits perfectly!

¡ Who is your style icon? ¡ To be honest, I don’t have a style icon as such. I love London street style, its a great way to pick and choose which styles to follow - they always seem to be ahead of the game!

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¡ What is your most treasured possession? ¡ My wedding dress by Laure de Sagazan- it really is a work of art.

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THE NEW FACE Showing she’s not the only Delevingne who can strike a pose, Poppy has been signed as the new face of Jo Malone. Otherwise known as the ‘Jo Malone London Girl’, and from seeing the campaign we can see why. jomalone.co.uk

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The best SPF products to keep your skin safe, pro blo and Sunborn Yacht’s floating spa W o r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

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ELEMIS SPA Sunborn Yacht Hotel, E16 Wo r d s A ly H a z l e w o o d

he Sunborn Yacht Hotel is something of a floating palace, a 420ft yacht, with 135 rooms moored in the docks near ExCel, a mere 15-minute taxi ride from London City Airport.

A spa on a moored yacht sounds impossibly glamorous, so I was happy to drag myself out into the freezing cold weather to travel halfway across London for some well-needed R&R. It brought to mind a glitzy ballroom from a bygone era crossed with a conference centre.

Possibly the most impressive aspect are the striking river views and light drenched decks, I could well imagine the joy of a cocktail on the terrace in the summer months.

There are 2 small treatment rooms and a shower facility on the Sunborn, and I have to say they were a little on the cold side due to the freezing temperatures outside, but I was given extra towels to keep warm.

The Elemis spa prides itself on its age defying products, which combine active natural ingredients with cutting edge scientific technology and the excellent therapists will tailor skin-specific treatments to nourish, hydrate and renew, leaving you feeling relaxed and invigorated.

My only complaint was the music in the spa rooms, it was improbably bad, a sort of mix between Richard Clayderman underpinned by an Irish tin whistle. Quite possibly the least relaxing music I’ve ever heard in a spa!

My overall verdict is that this is a great resource for worn out Excel delegates, but don’t go there expecting a luxe experience. The treatment itself was lovely, but the space is functional and basic. ◆

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Wet, wet, wet Bobbi Brown

Deep Tissue Massage £58 for 45 minutes

Still heading classic make up brand Bobbi Brown's campaigns, Kate Upton models waterproof make up with ease in this sultry shoot promoting its Longwear Eye Collection. bobbibrown.co.uk

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8 of the best

HEAVEN SCENT

SPF PRODUCTS

B loom Perfumer y

Open the SS15 perfume season with orange blossom, one of the first gorgeous spring blooms. Try Néroli Blanc Intense by Au Pays De La Fleur D’Oranger for a tangy green floral.

Small scale boutique production by a Provence perfume house specializing in neroli. Exclusive to Bloom Perfumery 4 Hanbury Street, E1, 100ml £70; bloomperfume.co.uk

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SUN KISSED Estée Lauder

Whether you’ve actually been sunning yourself on a Caribbean beach or only wish you had, Estée Lauder’s brilliant Bronze Goddess collection will have you glowing.

Our favourite? Their Illuminating Powder Gelée. £32; esteelauder.co.uk

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Leading scandi clothing brand & Other Stories started life as a beauty business. Still going strong with regular beauty launches, this new Floral Memento scrub is an affordable way of prepping skin for a tan this summer. £7; stories.com

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CURL ME Pro Blo

This detachable hairbrush is the perfect tool for achieving a bouncy blow dry at home. Each brush end can be left in the hair for extra curl. problogroup.com

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06 1. CHANEL, UV Essentiel SPF 50+, £41; chanel.com 2. CLARINS, Super Restorative Day Cream SPF 20, £69; clarins.co.uk 3. CLINIQUE, Anti-blemish Solutions BB Cream SPF 40, £27; clinique.co.uk 4. CREME DE LA MER, Reparative Skintint SPF 30, £65; cremedelamer.co.uk 5. SISLEY, Age Minimising Global Skincare SPF 30, £158; sisley-paris.com 6. KIEHL’S, Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50, £31; kiehls.co.uk 7. PERRICONE MD, Photo Plasma SPF 30, £57; perriconemd.co.uk 8. LA PRAIRIE, Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Sun Cream SPF 30, £107; laprairie.co.uk

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MArk Anderson Dulwich based hair stylist 25 years of experience in fashion and music industry Available for private appointments “From the smell of organic lavender when you first enter his beautiful home, through the thoughtful consultation to the experience itself, the result is never just a cut and colour. It’s a whole new personality and mood lift.

Most importantly of all, I leave feeling extremely comfortable in my own skin and feeling beautiful with it. Once you try Mark, you never look back.”

Cut, colour and treatments at my home or yours

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‘I am now a moderate social drinker’ Do you drink everyday?

Do you fear it controlling you? Instead of you controlling it?

Does your drinking become excessive when you socialise?

If any of these apply to you and you want to take back control and instead become a MODERATE DRINKER Contact me, Diana Powley on 0800 093 2024 Locally based in Dulwich I use a combination of NLP and Hypnotherapy.

And record to cd or memory stick for you to take home.

We break habits 0800 093 2024 07886 863 923 www.dunehypnotherapy.co.uk

Diana Powley SQHP/MPNLP

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09_THE WEEKEND LAIRD Enjoys high times in the Highlands; Harris tweed and single Scotch, loving Lovat and log fires.

1445 (£50) by Castle Forbes.

SCENT

A collector of ephemera; framed movie posters and album covers. Sees beauty in a bus ticket and can recognise a font at fifty paces.

Design classic 4711 (£10) in the iconic watch bottle.

10_THE CULTURAL CURATOR

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A lover of provenance, a teller of tails, fascinated and fascinating. Platinum Muscus (£130)

by Electimuss, the company that is taking perfumery back to its roots.

01_THE HISTORY MAN

A finger on the pulse and a pulse increased by the thrill of spotting a trend. City on Fire (£70) by Imaginary Authors.

02_THE VISIONARY

03_THE SARTORIAL SAVANT Impeccably elegant; pinstripe suiting and a glimpse of starched white cuff. Number 89 (£75)

by Floris, the royal perfumery, and what James Bond really wore.

Blustering walks along the seashore in wellies and Aran knits. Samphire (£60) by Laboratory Perfumes, created to conjure images of coastal Britain.

04_THE OZOWNER

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05_THE MAN OF THE MOMENT Up to date and on top of trends. Knows his news and what’s in and what’s out.

Illuminé (£85) by Nancy Meiland, bright green and bang on trend.

06_THE NEW TRADITIONALIST Cool, calm and collected; an aesthetic drawn from a love of the old and an appreciation of the new. Homme For Men 1 (£42) by Molinard.

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A sports car along the Riviera, cocktails on the yacht with Taylor & Burton. Cap d’Antibes (£125) by Eight & Bob, old style Hollywood glamour in a bottle.

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07_THE LEADING MAN

Knows his craft beers and his real ales, will cycle miles for the preferred artisan loaf. Arabico (£85) by Farmacia SS Annunziata.

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125 Lordship Lane, SE22; roullierwhite.com

JUNE 2015

29/05/2015 13:58

THE HILL LOUNGE BAR AND KITCHEN

SUMMER SALE UP TO £100 OFF PRIVATE HIRE!!

The Summer Sale has begun on our private hire space The Dawson Suite. For a limited time only enjoy up to an amazing £100 off room hire!

Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Communions, Family gatherings, Corporate meetings, Social events, Private hire...

We can accommodate them all.

Here at The Hill we can cater for up to 100 guests for any occasion. Rest assured that with years of experience in hosting a variety of events, David and his team will help create the perfect party that your friends and family will be talking about for years to come.

Included in the price is the use of our fully installed sound system with disco lighting for the dance floor, 3 main areas including a VIP section, your own privately staffed bar with no minimum spend (so guests are never kept waiting for a drink), close proximity to the toilets, a whole floor level private to you and your party, help with providing a celebration cake and excellent buffet options to feed your guests. Nowhere else in the area can offer you as much.

CONTACT US TODAY on 0208 699 5686 / enquiries@ thehillloungebar.com for further information or to arrange a viewing.

‘NEW MENU LAUNCH 1ST JUNE’ tell us about this add and we’ll give you 15% off your meal* (*Valid Monday to Saturday until 31st June 2015)

‘Enjoy one of our brand new Cocktails in our Secret Garden’

2 FOR ONLY £11.95

OUR SECRET GARDEN IS NOW OPEN

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PETIT DÉJEUNER Crossaints are great, obviously. But French bakery Maison Blanc has just taken things to the next level by filling their pastries with pistashio, red velvet and chocolate cream. Heaven. maisonblanc.co.uk

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127 Lordship Lane LONDON, SE22 8HU 020 8693 7034

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EAT AND DRINK IN A WORKING BREWERY The Old Brewery’s spacious beer garden offers customers the chance to soak up the sun in the heart of Greenwich. Choose from an extensive range of the finest craft beers and pair them with British inspired dishes, all served in the grounds of the magnificent Old Royal Naval College. A visit here, whether for food or drink, is a truly mouthwatering experience.

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES

A Great Match Wine and food pairings for the month of June B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

Pasta with broad beans, tomatoes & feta

here is one particular grape variety that works so well with the fresh green flavour of broad beans, the tang of tomatoes and the chalky texture of feta, how can I recommend anything else? It’s Sauvignon Blanc. No matter where it’s grown it holds its identity well, making it a safe bet if you want zingy, freshly-cut herb flavours. Chile is still a very underrated country for this grape, so try this one, which is summer in a bottle. Carmen Wave Series Sauvignon Blanc 2014, £9.99; Majestic.co.uk u

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TABLE TALK Takeaway picnics, wine paring and England’s answer to Aperol Spritz

Grilled mackerel with new potatoes

f this isn’t the kind of dish to eat out in the garden (now that’s it’s finally warm enough again) then I don’t know what is!

Mackerel is so tasty by itself it doesn’t need to be dressed up too much, but as an oily fish, it’s useful to have superfresh wine to cut through that richness.

A wine which is bursting with cranberry freshness would be perfect, like the MIP Rosé 2014, £11.95; leaandsandeman.co.uk u

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Strawberries

he summery flavour of strawberries can be enhanced with many wines and a pink Champagne would be a delicious but decadent choice. If you don’t want to spend too much, there’s another hugely moreish Italian wine called Moscato d’Asti that’s a winner with strawberries and is usually more affordable too. It’s a slightly sweet and fizzy, low in alcohol and tastes of grapes and elderflowers, this one is seriously delicious. Einaudi Moscato d’Asti 2013, £13.50; ocado.com u

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Chapters Blackheath rom 1 June, South F East London eatery Chapters will be offering a special takeaway picnic for two. Diners can enjoy three courses including a selection of charcuterie to begin with followed by slow roast belly of pork with salsa verde and all the trimmings – not to mention pudding! £45 chaptersblackheath.com

Wild Spritz perol Spritz is all A very well but for those looking for an English twist on the vibrant, Italian classic, the search is over; Wild Spritz is a ‘refreshing, sparkling, perry-based drink with a dash of gin and a delicate floral elderflower flavour. £1.99 per bottle wholefoodsmarket.com

ON THE BALL

Balls Brothers Bury Court It’ll be as if you stepped straight into a scene from Mad Men with Balls Brothers’ New York brasserie-inspired interior. Thanks to its Don Draper-approved cocktails and client-friendly sophisticated pub fare, it has become a fast favourite amongst the City’s workers.

38 St Mary Axe, EC3A; ballsbrothers.co.uk

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Whether it’s a special occasion or a casual night out, Chandni Restaurant is the perfect place to be with our tranquil atmosphere and some of the best chefs from the Indian sub-continent who guarantee the food tastes as exquisite as it looks.

Best place for small family parties like birthdays and engagements...etc. We also provide catering services 134a Thurlow Park Road, West Dulwich, London SE21 8HN 020 8761 9738 | 020 8670 1770 YOU CAN ORDER TAKEAWAY AND FREE DELIVERY SUN - THURS 18:00 - 23:30

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Buonissimo

We see what’s cooking at Olivelli, Lordship Lane’s own answer to delectable Italian cuisine Wo r d s C at h e r i n e h a l e s

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hen most people think of East Dulwich, they think of Lordship Lane. The historic thoroughfare, birthplace of Enid Blyton and home to Concrete House, has become known in recent years for its culinary offerings and shopping opportunities. With the East Dulwich Picturehouse opening down the road, Olivelli fits into the scene perfectly.

Spacious and ambient indoors and with ample outdoor seating for the upcoming balmy evenings of summer (which we here at Absolutely are convinced are just around the corner), the smart Italian and Sicilian restaurant appears very promising on first arrival. My companion and I are welcomed warmly and ushered to an intimate table for two near the back of the restaurant where we begin by eagerly scanning the

menu. The restaurant itself is completely full, with more hopeful diners appearing at the glass front door every ten minutes; clearly Olivelli has already established a good reputation.

The menu is extensive and my friend and I are momentarily torn as to what to order.

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Eventually, with much deliberation, we decide on the Calamari Fritti served with Italian tartar sauce. The portion is healthy to say the least, with plenty for both of us and we tuck in immediately. The squid is cooked to perfection and manages to avoid that rubbery quality that calamari can sometimes have and is instead tender and flavoursome. The batter is crispy and light and not at all greasy while the tartar sauce adds a lovely texture.

For our main course, my friend’s path and mine diverges as I opt for pasta

THE SQUID is cooked to PERFECTION,

tender and

FLAVOURSOME and she goes for pizza – when in Rome!

I select the Penne Salmone, Scottish smoked salmon, artichokes, cream and a dash of pomodoro and my friend chooses the Campagnola Pizza, Chorizo, ‘nduja sausage, bufalina, mascarpone, rocket and tomato sauce. My pasta is just the right amount of al dente and the creamy salmon sauce is decadently delicious: rich and creamy, with a little sweetness added by the pomodoro. The pizza has a thin, crispy base in brilliant balance with the fresh toppings.

The sweetness of the sauce contrasts well with the spiciness of the sausage and is elevated to excellence by the addition of the mascarpone.

Despite this feast we decide to share a tiramisu. We do not regret our decision.

Presented beautifully, the savoiardi maintain their integrity with no sogginess or heaviness – it is, in fact, wonderfully light and devilishly tasty. Without a doubt, we will be coming back for more very soon. u

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127 Lordship Lane, SE22 ristoranteolivelli.co.uk

JUNE 2015

29/05/2015 12:55

FOODIE FUN Lewisham Shopping Centre’s abandoned 1950s Model Market has, once again, been transformed into a mustvisit destination for foodies and party-goers alike.

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he insanely popular Street Feast has returned to Lewisham High Street – catering to London’s evergrowing appetite for gourmet street food.

This event sees the abandoned 1950s indoor and outdoor market transformed into the Model Market – a buzzing epicentre of world-class street food.

Having first come to Lewisham in 2014, things are being taken to the next level this year with a brilliant new roof bar and a terrace. This suntrap provides visitors with a place to relax or party with vinyl tunes being played from a host of DJs throughout the afternoon and night.

Organised by Street Feast, the team

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behind many of East London’s successful street food events (in partnership with Lewisham Shopping Centre), the Model Market is hosting a series of night markets featuring tastes from around the world.

Must-tries include the authentic Caribbean fare at Mama's Jerk Station where you'll find an array of meat marinaded in a top-secret spicy jerk sauce topped off with a sweet tropical mayo.

For modern Indian food, head to Rola Wala who will be bringing their unique British spin on traditional Indian cuisine to market. Combining Western tastes with that of Bombay, Kolkata and Keralan, this is a punchy fusion of sweet, spicy and sharp flavours.

Meanwhile, among many others, you'll find smokey BBQ meats served from the back of an old sleeper train by Smoke

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A buzzing epicentre OF WORLDCLASS food Stack, and the famously fluffy steamed Taiwanese burgers from Yum Bun who stuff their soft baps with experimental combinations of flavours. The most delicious of which is, arguably, the prawn Yum Bun: crispy chilli king prawns, gochugang mao, pickled onion, coriander and lettuce.

Located right next door to Lewisham Shopping Centre, the Model Market provides you with the perfect excuse to combine a day of shopping at your favourite well-known high street fashion and lifestyle stores, with a night of street feast dining and dancing.

Paul Redden, the centre’s manager, explained how thrilled both he and his team are to see the return of this event.

“It’s not hard to see how this night time street food party has become so popular.

Providing Lewisham locals, their family and friends from across the capital, with the perfect opportunity to come and party or catch-up and chill-out with good food and drink."

“We’re delighted to be working, once again, with the Street Feast team on this

exciting initiative that attracts people from all over London. Street food is so popular and it creates such a buzz of atmosphere in Lewisham. The event really brings everyone together and shows how strong our community is. It’s such great news that Street Feast have decided to bring the event back for 2015.”

The event, which is one of four taking place in east London, will run until Saturday 3 October. Taking place over 15 consecutive weekends, every Friday and Saturday, from 6pm until late, there's plenty of opportunity to make your way through the line-up of vendors. Plus, with five different bars, a Rum Shack and Rotary cocktails, you'll never go thirsty.

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To be in with a chance of winning, simply share your selfie using #StreetFeastSelfie and @LewishamCentre before Friday 31 July 2015.

One winner will be selected, at random, from all entries. For full T&Cs, and a list of participating stores, visit: lewishamshopping.co.uk/ whats-on/streetfeastselfie

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RED GURNARD SALAD With samphire & Jersey Royals

ritish gurnard is a sustainable and more affordable alternative to overfished species such as cod or monkfish. Recommended by the Marine Conservation Society in its Good Fish Guide (goodfishguide.co.uk), gurnard is making waves on the seafood scene and, according to Tim Hughes, also makes for superior fish fingers. Here, Hughes shows us how to cook up a fresh salad using red gurnard, Jersey Royals and samphire, which is at it's best in July and August.

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Serves 4 Ingredients

• 54 x 100g fillets of gurnard, pin-boned • 500g Jersey Royals, skins scrubbed, cooked • 100g samphire, woody stalks removed • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • Salt and ground white pepper • A large handful each of land cress and baby ruby chard leaves (alternatively, use a bag of mixed baby leaves) • ½ bunch chives, chopped

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For the dressing

1 tbsp tarragon vinegar 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil  2 tbsp extra virgin cold pressed rapeseed oil  2 tsp Dijon mustard  Pinch of caster sugar  1 clove of garlic, peeled (optional)  Salt and freshly ground black pepper 

MISE EN PLACE

The chef director at Caprice Holdings is behind food at The Ivy, Scott’s and Caprice.

Tim Hughes offers some seasonal advice Wo r d s t i m h u g h e s P h o t o g r a p h y H o wa r d S o o l e y

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Method 01 For the dressing, place all the ingredients into a jar and shake until emulsified.

02 Next, heat olive oil in a non-stick frying pan. 03 Season and cook the fillets, skin side down first, for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

04 Remove from the pan and leave to cool.

05 Meanwhile bring a saucepan of unsalted water to the boil and blanch the samphire for 1 minute. 06 Strain in a colander.

07 Slice the cooked, warm Jersey Royals into rough 1cm slices and mix in a bowl with the samphire, salad leaves and half of the dressing. Season. 08 Arrange the salad on plates. Break up each fish fillet into 4 or 5 pieces and place on top. 09 Drizzle extra dressing on top and chopped chives. u

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ROASTED BRILL On the bone with wild garlic mash and St George’s mushrooms

mong the family of flatfish, brill comes close to turbot for flavour and texture. Loved by our chefs for their firm texture and creamy, woody flavour, they often grow in abundant (fairy) rings in pasture, verges and woodland edges. Warning: as with all wild mushrooms, please be extremely careful as St George’s are easily confused with poisonous varieties.

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STEAMED WHITE ASPARAGUS

Serves 4

With creamed morels

Ingredients

• 1 large brill, cut into 4 (on the bone) • 150g St George’s mushrooms, or other seasonal wild mushroom • 1 small shallot, finely chopped • Sunflower oil for frying • 60g unsalted butter • Juice of ½ lemon • ½ small bunch chives, chopped • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

classic spring dish at J Sheekey, with the first morels and white asparagus arriving at the restaurant from France in April. The freshness of both is paramount here so search out the finest supplier you can find.

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A good handful of wild garlic, chopped 30g unsalted butter  100ml milk  50ml double cream  500g King Edward potatoes  Salt and ground white pepper 

Serves 4

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Ingredients

Method 01 To make the mash, boil the potatoes in a saucepan of salted water for 20 minutes or until soft, and drain well. 02 Mash in the pan until smooth or through a ricer (do not use a blender!). 03 Return to the heat, add milk and stir. Fold in butter then cream.

04 Finish with wild garlic, stir well, and season. 05 Keep warm. 06 Heat oil in a large non-stick frying pan. 07 Season the brill and cook for 5 minutes. 08 Turn over for a further 5 minutes. Remove and keep warm.

09 Wipe the pan with kitchen roll, heat oil, add the shallot and cook for 2 minutes without colour. Add St George’s mushrooms, turn up the heat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft. 10 Add butter, lemon juice and chopped chives. Season. 11 To serve, spoon wild garlic mash onto each plate.

12 Place the brill on top and scatter with St George’s mushrooms. u

20 medium sized white asparagus 100g fresh morels, halved  2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped  30g unsalted butter  50ml white wine  250ml double cream  2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan  ½ tbsp caster sugar  Juice of ½ lemon  ½ small bunch tarragon, chopped  Salt and freshly ground black pepper 

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Method 01 Morels can be a bit gritty due to their honeycombed texture, so wash them a couple of times in cold water, drain and pat dry on kitchen paper. 02 In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter and gently cook the shallots and morels for about 5 minutes, until soft.

03 Add the white wine and reduce by half. Add double cream, season and bring to a boil. 04 Simmer on a low heat until the sauce has reduced by half and

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thickened. Add Parmesan and tarragon and place to one side. 05 Meanwhile cut about 3cm off the base of the asparagus (if woody cut a little more). 06 With a peeler, carefully peel, starting from 3cm down from the tip. 07 Bring a pan of well salted water to the boil with half a tablespoon of sugar and the juice of half a lemon. Simmer the asparagus for 10 to 15 minutes until the spears are tender to the point of a knife. 08 Carefully drain in a colander and arrange on plates. 09 Reheat the sauce and spoon over the tips of the asparagus. u T i p Adding a little sugar and lemon juice to water when cooking white asparagus gives it a slight sweet yet savoury flavour.

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Serves 4 Ingredients

• 500g medium green asparagus, half-peeled, woody stems removed • 250g puff pastry • 1 medium sized free range egg, beaten • 30g freshly grated Parmesan • 50ml double cream • 20g unsalted butter • 120g Windrush goat’s cheese • Plain flour for dusting • Salt and freshly ground black pepper Method

Pre heat the oven to 180°C / gas mark 4 Add the asparagus to a large saucepan of boiling lightly salted water and cook for about 5 minutes or until tender – check by cutting a little off a thick end to see if the knife cuts through it easily. 03 Drain in a colander and plunge into cold water. 04 Drain again and place to one side.

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F o r t h e a s pa r ag u s p u r é e 01 Cut the tips off asparagus stalks (about 6cm) and leave to one side. 02 Chop the stalks, place them into a pan with the butter, cover with cream. 03 Bring to the boil, add Parmesan and cook for 5 minutes. 04 Take off the heat and liquidise.

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01 On a floured surface, roll out the pastry to around 5mm thick. 02 Leave to rest for 15 minutes. 03 Cut out 4 rectangles 14cm long x 9cm wide. 04 Place on a greased baking tray, and prick all over with a fork to prevent the pastry rising too much. 05 From the rest of the pastry, cut 1cm wide strips as long as you can.

06 Brush the edges of the rectangles with beaten egg. 07 Lay the strips along the 2 long sides.

08 Finally, brush the edges with egg. 09 Leave to rest in the fridge for 1 hour. 10 Bake the pastry for 7 minutes. Remove from the oven.

11 Turn up the oven to 200°C / gas mark 6.

12 Spread about a tablespoon of the asparagus purée in the middle of each tart. 13 Don’t put too much in. Lay the asparagus tips on top of the purée and intersperse with pieces of goat’s cheese. 14 Season. 15 Bake the tarts for 8 minutes and serve immediately. u

Tip

Use any leftover pastry to make smoked salmon and Parmesan straws!

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here aren’t many three wheelers that can instantly evoke the glamour of la dolce vita, but it turns out that a classic Italian Ape Calessino is an exception to the rule. It’s a warm, cloudless day and I’m travelling up a steep hillside on the way to the tiny village of Castelmola perched high on the crags above Taormina, overlooking the Ionian Sea on Sicily’s east coast. Classic car enthusiast Enzo is next to me, steering the vehicle with its scooter-style handlebars when we make a sudden, unscheduled stop by the roadside. Non-plussed, my eyes follow him as he leans over a low rock wall, fishing a penknife from his pocket. Moments later, he climbs backs into the Ape and hands me a freshly plucked fig.

‘Mangia, mangia,’ he instructs.

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Taormina’s annual film festival made this pretty hilltop town the place to see and be seen in the 1950s and 60s. From Truman Capote and Sofia Lauren to Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor, there’s barely a Hollywood name or Cinecittà legend who hasn’t ambled through its gardens, relaxed on a lushly planted terrace with a typical brioche and strawberry granita, or explored its dramatic coastline by fishing boat. But even the big stars who’ve made the area their home can’t outshine the town itself, uniquely positioned 200 metres above sea level, with direct views across to Mount Etna and presided over by an immaculately preserved Greek Theatre.

Long before its dolce vita heyday, Taormina’s ancient buildings, clustered cheek-by-jowl across the hills, wowed early 19th century travellers on their Grand Tour of Europe, seduced by the town’s Palazzo Corvaja, with its Moorish origins and endless bougainvilleaclad alleyways. A steady stream of visitors has been flowing to the

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TRAVEL / WANDERLUST oranges and lemons that Sicily is famous for, to almonds, olives, honey, prickly pears, aubergines, artichokes, capers and pistachios. And Planeta, the island’s famed winemaker, has opened a sixth vineyard right on the mountain’s slopes, producing award-winning reds, whites and roses, all from its mineral-rich soil.

The day I visited for an informal tour, I joined the family, including celebrated wine connoisseur and chef Diego Planeta, for a hearty lunch of busiati con erbe spontanee (homemade pasta with wild greens) sitting at a sun-dappled trestle table in the shadow of a vast olive tree.

You’ll soon discover than Sicilians are immensely hospitable people.

The world’s cinematic gaze may have shifted elsewhere but the town remains as intriguing as ever. Wander through its lush public gardens, planted by English

THERE’S VERY MUCH an island ATMOSPHERE area ever since, many staying at the town’s oldest bolthole, The Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo with it’s sweeping views of the coast and fiery Mount Etna in its eyeline.

Now the luxury hotel has expanded along the hillside and lost none of its original charm, with a vast, comfortable terrace, said to be the spot where DH Lawrence worked on Lady Chatterley’s Lover. Meanwhile, an ancient passageway connecting the building to the adjacent Greek Theatre still provides discreet access to the open-air stage for names including Sting and the stars of the Russian Moiseyev Ballet during the town’s annual festival.

There’s plenty to explore in the area, from the lava-clad slopes of nearby Mount Etna, from which there are regular, largely harmless eruptions, forming part of daily Sicilian life, to small surrounding villages including Forza D’Agrò and the old shepherd’s sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca.

And it’s not difficult to evoke a sense of retro glamour if you choose to unearth these treasures in a vintage car such as Enzo’s Ape, or a

classic Fiat 500. Otherwise, head to the Timeo’s sister residence, Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea, if you want to retreat to its private gardens and relax on its stretch of shingle beach. Fortunately, the warm bath-like waters of the Ionian Sea and the sight of tiny Isola Bella, a small nature reserve marooned just off the coast, more than make up for any temporary discomfort underfoot. Both hotels allow their guests to share facilities, with a regular shuttle, or cable car, zipping between the two.

Though mainland Italy is a only a few kilometres from this part of Sicily, there’s very much an island atmosphere here, largely due to its self-sufficiency.

Mount Etna is as generous as she is temperamental: her surrounding fertile land produces abundant bounty, from the aristocrat Florence Trevelyan at the turn of the last century, pause for a drink at the Shaker bar, favourite haunt of Tennessee Williams, or drift through the Bay of the Sirens on a rainbow boat.

I quickly discovered that it’s not at all difficult to conjure up your very own slice of la dolce vita here. ◆ u Emma travelled as a guest of Kirker Holidays. A four-night stay combining two nights at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo and two nights at Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea is priced from £998pp (two sharing). It includes return flights from London to Catania, return private car transfers, accommodation with breakfast, and the services of the Kirker Concierge. Kirker Holidays, 020 7593 2283; kirkerholidays.com

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Decorated to be both traditional and homely with great big roaring fires and comfy armchairs, this is luxury at its most nostalgic. As the first hotel in Northern Ireland to be awarded with five stars it is known to be the best and indeed, it’s a good place to be.

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ith a swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna in one light and open space, the spa at the Culloden provides a relaxing escape. Offering a wide range of ESPA treatments, I selected the full body massage which was very effective; using a clove-based oil my tired muscles, aches and pains were relieved and I was left fully restored. Proving that a spa day doesn’t have to be about moderation, the most popular package at the Culloden is the Hendrick’s gin tea day that includes a treatment and a three-tier feast of finger sandwiches, chocolate éclairs and warm cherry scones with a kettle of cucumber and mint infused gin.

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Notoriously private, he keeps a low profile for the majority of the year, that is until he comes to play at the Culloden’s sister hotel, The Slieve Donard Resort and Spa. With only 350 seats available at each intimate dinner and gig, tickets are highly sought after.

Believing that his songs are meant to be heard in small groups, these performances suit Morrison well, so he looks both comfortable and at ease.

Pointing to his band members for solos, he cues the next song by shouting over to his stage manager and disappears once he’s had enough.

It’s an incredible show and offers ‘Vanatics’ the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with the man himself.

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ith summer holidays, sunshine and beaches just W around the corner, combining language lessons with water sports and cultural trips is an excellent way to boost your child’s skills, over the long break.

At a recent Chatham House event, the place of English as a global language was discussed. Key points that resonated were that yes, English drives influence, but to act locally languages are essential. Europeans with languages are taking the jobs of Brits, who increasingly find that they can’t compete with their continental peers; and as competition for places heightens, leading MBA graduate schemes are viewing languages as a requirement.

The learning and speaking of languages helps to make us recognise that the world is a multi-faceted place, with cultural and linguistic subtleties driving both family and business life.

Aside from all of these formalities, languages make life richer, more vibrant; introducing them to your child early on will ensure that they can reap the benefits later on. 

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few months ago, John Cridland, the Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI) Director General, criticised the quality of science teaching in our primary schools: “Science education in primary schools is being squeezed out, with over half of teachers believing it has become less of a priority with too many schools struggling to teach the recommended two hours every week.”

His remarks followed research carried out by Brunel University and the CBI, which also found a third of teachers lack confidence when teaching the subject. “How can we expect to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers if we don’t deliver high-quality and inspiring science lessons at primary school age?” asks Cridland.

A new education company, Richer Education, has set up a Science Saturday School to tackle the problem. Conducted in partnership with Imperial College, London, the classes “aim to inspire and motivate children aged 5-11”, says cofounder Rafael Hernandez. “We want to get them while they are young,” he explains.

“Science education in secondary schools is not engaging students, so we want to get students to really love it at primary so that they go on to study it successfully.”

Hernandez, 42, a maths teacher originally from Venezuela, teamed up with Sian Chalkly, a science specialist and fellow teacher at a Woolwich secondary school, with the idea of providing inspiring, hands-on science lessons for children. “The emphasis in the classes is on practicals,” says Hernandez. “We want children to explore science with their own hands; they must touch and see at the same time as understanding the science behind it.”

It is this practical element of science education that Hernandez says has fallen victim to the relentless target-driven culture of schools. State primaries generally have one teacher for everything and simply don’t have the time to cover the whole curriculum

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as it is. A 2013 Ofsted investigation found that science lessons were not good enough in more than a quarter of schools and only one-in-20 teachers in primary schools holds a science degree.

Secondary schools have the facilities and the specialist teachers but ‘teaching to the test’ rarely allows for the time for practical experiments or a deeper understanding of the topics. “It’s all about targets,” says Hernandez. “When there is a topic that might require greater in-depth explanation teachers just skip the subject altogether.

“Things aren’t necessarily much better in the private sector. Prep schools often have the specialist teachers but rarely allow the time for practicals.

For two hours every Saturday morning the children have access to Imperial College’s labs and facilities, where PhDladen scientists such as Sian Chalkly teach sessions linked to the Key Stage 2 curriculum, centred on a theme or topic that cover all three sciences and each session is based around a practical experiment.

Future plans include further partnerships with universities across London. Ultimately, says Hernandez, “we are not reinventing the wheel or changing the world, we just want to get students to love science.”  For more information or to book a class, visit richereducation.co.uk/saturday-school

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CIRCUS STREET West Greenwich, SE10 Freehold

£1,600,000

spacious four storey mid-terrace Georgian family house built circa 1830. The property is situated within a quiet residential nothrough street, part of the conservation area of West Greenwich and just a stone’s throw from Greenwich mainline and DLR stations. In addition to the four bedrooms, there are two/three reception rooms, two contemporary bathrooms, a fitted kitchen and a well maintained garden. ◆ A

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Completely at home in South East London.

Our services Sales and Lettings Property Management Block Management Property Solicitors Chartered Surveyors Financial Services Visit kfh.co.uk

With over 35 years’ experience and more than 50 branches across the Capital, our local knowledge and London network will ensure we achieve the right result for you.

Our dedicated South East London branches include • Blackheath • Bromley • Chislehurst • Lee

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A four bedroom period home combining contemporary décor with period features. The property provides great entertaining and living space with two bathrooms, two reception rooms and rear garden.

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Four bedrooms Two bathrooms Two reception rooms Utility room Rear garden Off street parking Freehold EPC rating E

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Lubbock Road, Chislehurst, BR7 £1,295,000 Chislehurst 020 8285 9900 chislehurst.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Situated on a sought after road in Chislehurst is this five bedroom extended family home. The property is Immaculately presented throughout and offers scope for further expansion (subject to planning permission). Situated close to Chislehurst station.

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Five bedrooms Two bathrooms Two reception rooms WC and Utility room 125 ft garden Garage and parking Freehold EPC rating D

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Woodland Crescent, Greenwich, SE10 £3,445pcm Blackheath 020 8297 0181 blackheath.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Stunning and modern four bedroom, two bathroom townhouse located in a secure gated development moments from Maze Hill station and Greenwich Park.

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Four bedrooms Two bathrooms Spacious reception room Roof terrace Private garden Secure parking Furnished

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Rotherhithe Street, Surrey Quays, SE16 £2,817pcm Canada Water 020 7237 3222 canadawater.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Three double bedroom riverside apartment benefiting from spacious accommodation throughout, large reception with river views, balcony, concierge, secure parking and use of the communal swimming pool.

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Three bedrooms Two bathrooms Balcony Concierge Secure parking Communal swimming pool Furnished or unfurnished EPC rating D

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Newton Park Place, Chislehurst, BR7 £2,600pcm Bromley 020 8464 5353 bromley.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Luxury three double bedroom, two bathroom apartment offering kitchen/diner, large reception and terrace. The property is set within a sought after gated development in Chislehurst a short walk from Elmstead Woods train station.

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Three double bedrooms Two bathrooms Kitchen/diner Terrace Secure parking Unfurnished EPC rating B

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Help us support Housing for Women.

On Sunday 7 June 2015, KFH are taking part in the London Estate Agents’ 10km run at Regent’s Park to raise money for Housing for Women.

The charity has been housing women in London for 80 years.

Your donation will help vulnerable women access support and secure affordable housing for themselves and their families.

To donate, please visit kfh.co.uk/charity-run

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PROPERTY ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

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ollowing on from a record month in March for sales agreed across our region, we hoped that the election would only serve to give confidence to an already healthy market. All the early indications appear to show this is the case. In particular, we have seen encouraging levels of activity in the £2m+ market. This was one section of the market that had been relatively quiet for some time. While renewed confidence doesn’t necessarily mean more money, a healthy market is measured on the level

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£1,500,000

n exceptional detached five bedroom Victorian house located in East Greenwich. In excess of 2000 sq ft over four floors, this property has been tastefully refurbished to maintain its period charm. It benefits from two receptions and a spacious kitchen diner. There is also a detached original stable. ◆ Chestertons Greenwich , 020 8104 7500; chestertons.com

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of transactions taking place.

With the renewed confidence and elimination of any potential mansion tax, we hope to see a healthy property market continue into the second half of 2015 and beyond. At Hamptons International we take advantage of our local, national and international presence, alongside our dedicated Research Department, to ensure we give our clients the best service. ◆

 Hamptons International Blackheath, 020 8297 1697 hamptons.co.uk

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[ ONE YEAR VALUE RISE ]

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» Percentage of sales in Blackheath, Greenwich, Bromley & Chislehurst by price band

UNDER £250K

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£250K-£500K

56.4%

£500K-£750K

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£1M-£2M

2.7%

0.2% £2M+

CAMDEN ROW, SE3 SE3

£2,350,000 Freehold

truly unique three/four bedroom house in the heart of Blackheath Village. To find a property of this size in such a central location is a very rare thing. The property has been extremely well

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£709,995 Freehold

his impressive T Victorian family house is close to Charlton Village in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The five bedroom terraced property with a porch and bay fronted windows retains many of its original features. Recent extensions made by the current

owners facilitate additional natural light. As well as the modern interior, the property looks over Maryon Wilson Park. The beautifully landscaped park with its mature trees, open grassland and woodlands gives the property the feel of the countryside. u

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 JLL, Blackheath 020 8712 6703; jll.co.uk/residential

maintained by the current owners and has the feel of a modern loft apartment. On the ground floor a large reception room opens onto a low maintenance garden.

The kitchen boasts granite work surfaces and an Aga oven. Completing the accommodation on this floor is a double garage for two cars. u

Why this area?

Great transport links into the city and the abundance of restaurants, cafes and boutique shops.

Blackheath’s green spaces also appeal, from the Heath to Greenwich Park, it’s a lovely area.

What are your favourite properties right now?

Georgian and Victorian properties have many appealing qualities, but when you view a property from these periods that have been fully modernised, without losing their original features, it’s quite special.

We have several on our books now.

What is your company ethos?

Being ‘Completely London’ is at the core of who we are. With over 35 years of experience and more than 50 branches across London, we aim to provide a full range of services from sales, lettings, land and new homes through to financial services, conveyancing and commercial. ◆

 KFH Blackheath, 020 8852 9451 kfh.co.uk

 Hamptons International Blackheath, 020 8297 1697, hamptons.co.uk

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[ AVERAGE PROPERTY VALUE ]

£619,304

[ AVERAGE ASKING RENTS ]

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Bickley Park Road, Bickley BR1

Guide Price £2,000,000 F/H

This delightful four bedroom detached house forms one of just four properties set within an exclusive gated development known as Nutwood Park. Built in the 1930s by the renowned builder Frederick Love, Windrush occupies a fantastic south facing plot measuring approx 0.8 of an acre.

Contact Chislehurst 020 8295 4900

Bromley BR1

£1,575,000 F/H

An imposing family home in an enviable position with golf course views, boasting a well maintained front garden with ample parking.

• Five bedrooms • Views of golf course

Contact Bromley 020 8315 5544

• Two lengthy driveways • Energy Efficiency Rating E

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Four bedrooms 0.8 of an acre plot Pool and pool house Energy Efficiency Rating D

Orpington BR6

£1,650,000 F/H

Stunning five bedroom, four reception room detached property situated on a private gated development in Chelsfield.

• Five bedrooms • Four receptions

• Spacious kitchen/diner • Energy Efficiency Rating C

Contact Orpington 01689 661 400

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Forest Ridge, Keston Park BR2

£2,999,990 F/H

Superb six bedroom, five bathroom family home with exceptional character. Located in an enviable location nestled on approximately 1.1 acres in the heart of the gated and private ‘Keston Park Estate’. With a vast space available this really is considered a desirable plot.

Contact Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Beckenham BR3

£845,000 F/H

Immaculate five bedroom, five bathroom house situated on a quiet residential road in central Beckenham.

• Five bedrooms • Immaculate condition

• Garage • Energy Efficiency Rating B

Contact Beckenham 020 8663 4433

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Chislehurst 020 8295 4900 Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Orpington 01689 661 400 West Wickham 020 8432 7373

Six bedrooms Four reception rooms Self contained one bedroom cottage Energy Efficiency Rating D

Keston BR2

£1,175,000 F/H

This spacious detached home features five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a gym and separate triple garage.

• Self contained annexe • Two acres of gardens

• Outdoor heated pool • Energy Efficiency Rating C

Contact West Wickham 020 8432 7373

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Circus Street, SE10 Guide Price £1,600,000 Freehold A well presented spacious four storey mid terrace Georgian family house circa 1830. The property is situated within this quiet residential nothrough road within the conservation area of West Greenwich. Close to Greenwich mainline and DLR stations and Greenwich Royal Park.

Contact Greenwich Office on 020 8858 9911

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Four bedrooms Three receptions Two bathrooms Great location Lovely rear garden EPC rating: D

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Eliot Hill, SE13 Price £1,795,000 Freehold A very spacious seven bedroom Edwardian family house occupying a corner plot and situated on the edge of The Heath within a convenient walking distance of Lewisham town centre, DLR and the mainline station. Greenwich Park and Blackheath Village are a little further.

Contact Blackheath Village Office on 020 8318 1311

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Seven bedrooms Three receptions Two bathroom Heathside location Huge potential EPC rating: F

1 Montpelier Vale, SE3 0TA 11 Stratheden Parade, SE3 7SX 227 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NB 119 Burnt Ash Road, SE12 8RA 39 Montpelier Vale, SE3 0TJ

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PROPERTY / PROFILE

MATTHEW LIVINGSTONE & RYAN NINNIS Lettings & Sales Managers at Foxtons, Bromley Photography

R E B ECCA N O O N A N

MATTHEW

veryone has a defining E moment in their childhood, that one memorable time or situation which had an effect on their life as an adult. Mine happened during the South Africa athletics trials day, where I would compete in the 100m hurdles, running for my country. I remember that day in every detail: waking up on that sunny morning, changing into my Benoni High School athletic kit, having breakfast while watching my favourite Tom & Jerry cartoons. I remember being as scared as the hurdles looked huge.

I came fourth in the competition, and although it was my greatest achievement to date, I knew it was the fear that made me come fourth – I could have done better.

That day, I decided I would never be afraid again, and I never looked back. My journey saw me moving countries, before finally finding the path I wanted to follow – a career of an estate agent.

As a family, we have a motto (at the risk of giving away my age) paraphrasing an early 90’s song: “The bad times in life are like a telephone, you never know when it’s going to ring. But when it rings, pick it up and receive, when you are finished, put down the

RYAN AND I CAN’T WAIT TO GET TO KNOW THE LOCAL COMMUNITY BETTER MATTHEW LIVINGSTONE

receiver and carry on because the sun will always shine”. Now with eight years of experience working for Foxtons I find myself building a strong lettings team in our brand new Bromley office, looking forward to making a success of yet another new challenge! In the weeks since opening, it’s certainly been made easier as everyone has been so welcoming, and Ryan and I can’t wait to get to know the local community better. u

RYAN

s a young boy from a small South African coastal town, I was certain of a few things in life. With the size and strength I had in my favour, I wanted to be a professional rugby player. I also knew that I was a sociable person who enjoyed interacting with a diverse range of people.

Furthermore, as it turned out, I was a budding negotiator at school.

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I was always looking to trade my boring sandwiches for something tastier than my regular cheese and marmite.

Many years later, following a nine year career with Foxtons to date, I am so glad to now be based here in Bromley. The environment inspires optimism – every day, I get to meet the most fascinating people with wide-ranging interests and a positive outlook on life. There is a surprising variety of green spaces, established parks and golf courses, my personal favourite being the Sundridge Park course. I love taking a stroll or even just driving around the neighbourhoods; being here is always a pleasure.

My view of the property market is that in the short to medium term, house prices will continue their steady upward trend, due to the cost of borrowing remaining low. With good connections to central London, a wide range of property types, good schools and a vibrant community, Bromley and the surrounding areas represent impressive value.

I am delighted to be raising my own family here in Bromley and my aspirations of a professional rugby career may still live on as my young son starts rugby tots group soon! u

FOXTONS • 020 3819 7111 • foxtons.co.uk

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Camden Row, SE3 £2,350,000 Freehold A truly unique three/four bedroom house. Village location. EPC: E

Ruthin Road, SE3 £845,000 Freehold A beautiful, three bedroom Victorian house. EPC: D

Blackheath Sales 020 3305 6488

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Kidbrooke Grove, SE3 £3,250,000 Freehold A substantial, six bedroom detached house. EPC: E

Guildford Grove, SE10 £1,250,000 Freehold A superb three bedroom house with south west-facing garden. EPC: E

Blackheath Sales 020 3305 6488

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

Chevening Road, SE10 £1,150,000 Freehold A superb five bedroom three reception double-fronted house. EPC: D

Dartmouth Hill, SE10 £975,000 Share of Freehold A stunning three bedroom apartment in period house with gardens. EPC: E

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

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The Nook, SE3 £1,038 per week (Charges Apply)* A unique four bedroom family home. EPC: D

Albyn Road , SE8 £810 per week (Charges Apply)* A stunning five bedroom mid-terrace house. EPC: D

Blackheath Lettings 0203 302 5508

Greenwich Lettings 0203 302 0718

Kirkside Road, SE3 £865 per week (Charges Apply)* A stunning, five bedroom family home. EPC: D

Maze Hill, SE10 £1,153 per week (Charges Apply)* (Charges Apply)* A magnificent Town house located opposite Greenwich Park. EPC: D

Blackheath Lettings 0203 302 5508

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

St Joseph Vale, SE3 £485 per week (Charges Apply)* An extremely well presented three bedroom family home. EPC: D

Empire Heights Prices from £285 per week (Charges Apply)* A selection of one & two bed apartments in a brand new development EPC: B

Blackheath Lettings 0203 302 5508

Greenwich Lettings 0203 302 0718

*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges

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PROPERTY / STYLE BIBLE

VICTORIAN VALUES Identikit investment to period perfection Wo r d s NIGEL LEWIS

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here are a handful of facts about London’s Victorian homes that I reel out at dinner parties, in part to stop people asking how much their homes are worth, but really because I think they are astounding.

If you live in a Victorian house or apartment in London then you are residing in a living piece of mind boggling history. The era, which in architectural terms lasted approximately 60 years, was so different from now it’s hard to paint a believable picture – and millions of Londoners live in the results.

First, let me do the maths.

Between 1841 and 1911 approximately 300,000 homes were built in London,

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many in a very similar style. This is ironic because, although we think of our city as largely a Victorian one, houses from the era now make up just 10% of the capital’s household total of 3.1 million.

Another extraordinary fact is that 90% of London’s Victorian homes were built to be rented, and not owned. It was really only the larger properties, built for London’s super wealthy, that were bought. For the most part, the landlord (who was usually also the builder) controlled the property market.

But another characteristic of the Victorian home – their uniformity – is less surprising. While many purists complain that ‘Barratt’ homes tend to all look the same, the same can be said for many Victorian

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A LACK OF ANY RULES MEANT VICTORIANS WERE FREE TO BUILD HOW THEY LIKED

ones. In the early days of Queen Victoria’s reign a lack of any rules about architecture, build quality or green belt meant Victorians were free to build how they liked. This, some argue, is why the identikit Victorian home is rife in London, and why so many of its Victorian streets look similar – because developers preferred the economy of off-theshelf designs.

Despite this uniformity, period properties command a premium today. In 2013 researchers from property consultants Huntly Hopper found that period properties had risen in price four times faster than their new-build counterparts, particularly in central London. But what is it about Victorian homes that makes them so valuable?

The most plausible answer to this question is that it’s all down to space and location. Victorian homes were built when London’s population was soaring, but still small by today’s standards (3.9 million in 1871 compared to 8.2 million today).

The land in fast-expanding suburbs such as Islington, Paddington, Belgravia, Holborn, Finsbury, Shoreditch, Southwark and Lambeth was, in general, not expensive to buy and therefore builders had the luxury of space to play with – something their counterparts today do not.

But let’s not forget design.

Victorian homes also feature the kind of detail we like to believe is the mark of quality. The Gothic and Regency styles were usually the inspiration for these ‘dressings’ and can include pilasters and columns outside your front door, ornate window lintels and even pediments, large bay windows, the use of coloured bricks to create patterns, and decorative rooftops.

With this much stacked in their favour, I guess I shall be talking about them over three courses for some time to come. u

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Exceptionally spacious 2 bedroom conversion flat in beautiful Victorian detached house in desirable Blackheath Village.

Comprises 2 double bedrooms, small study/dressing room, large bathroom, fitted kitchen, extremely large lounge, additional storage room. Plentiful off street parking, shared garden.

A unique architect designed house in a secluded, highly sought after area of West Greenwich. 3 double bedrooms, luxurious family bathroom with shower enclosure and sumptuous spa bath, ensuite shower room, modern, stylish kitchen, spectacular 75m sq living area with vaulted ceiling, beautiful urban garden.

Oliver Field Associates is a leading, independent, professional letting agents in Blackheath Village.

The company was formed in 1989 and as such is one of the most well established agents in the area. Our residential lettings service is renowned for its professionalism and attention to detail, always acting in the best interests of the landlord and tenant alike. Offering informed, honest and impartial advice in all aspects of lettings, including a finding tenant only and full management service.

If you are thinking of letting your property in Blackheath, Greenwich or the surrounding areas contact a member of our team of experienced property professionals to help you.

FREE VALUATIONS AND NO LET - NO FEE. APPLICANTS CURRENTLY SEEKING 1, 2 & 3 BED PROPERTIES. OUR OFFICES ARE OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9.30AM TO 6PM AND SATURDAY 10AM TO 5PM OR FIND US ON THE WEB AT RIGHTMOVE, ZOOPLA OR OLIVERFIELD.CO.UK

THE LETTING SPECIALIST LETTING@OLIVERFIELD.CO.UK

37 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, SE3 0BU | 0208 297 1812

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SALES LETTINGS MANAGEMENT

WEST GREENWICH Guide Price ÂŁ499,950

Shared Freehold

A rarely available and exceptionally spacious ground floor conversion apartment forming part of this wonderful late Georgian property ideally located in West Greenwich. Neutral interiors throughout with an abundance of natural light and including magnificent 16’ reception room with exposed floorboards, versatile rear aspect studio/garden room and sunny aspect private garden. Short walk for Greenwich town centre and all transport connections and offered for sale with no onward chain.

www.turnerlane.co.uk

0208 858 3332

3 Greenwich South Street, Greenwich, London, SE10 8NW

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Woodland Mews, Lewisham SE13 A unique gated development of four flats, two semi detached houses and one detached house in the heart of Lewisham.

Prices from ÂŁ350,000

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RED LION LANE | WOOLWICH COMMON | LONDON | SE18 4AS

LANDMARK ADDRESS WITH A U N I Q U E H I S T O RY

THE PARADE (PHASE 2)

EAST LECTURE HOUSE

SERGEANT MAJORS’ QUARTERS

Comprising eleven 2 & 3 bedroom houses and apartments in a prime development location.

Many with private outdoor space.

These 2 bedroom contemporary houses and 2 bedroom apartment are centred around a landscaped communal courtyard.

A selection of 3 bedroom apartments and a 2 bedroom house, designed and carefully refurbished within the existing listed buildings.

Houses from £460,000 Apartments from £500,000

Houses from £425,000 Apartment at £365,000

House & Apartments from £510,000

NEW RELEASE - THE PARADE (PHASE 2) Marketing Suite and Showhomes open Thursday - Monday 10.00am - 5.00pm (Sunday 4.00pm)

www.theacademywoolwich.co.uk or call: 020 3689 7868 CGIs are indicative of The Parade, East Lecture House and Sergeant Majors’ Quarters. Prices correct at time of publication.

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SANDROCK ROAD, LEWISHAM SE13 ● ● ● ●

4 Double bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2/3 Reception rooms Period terraced house

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Large kitchen / breakfast room Lovely finish throughout Rear garden Available mid May 2015

£3,000 per calendar month Part furnished / Unfurnished For more information, call Charlotte Russell 020 8858 9944 or email charlotte.russell@eu.jll.com

22 College Approach Greenwich London SE10 9HY

jll.co.uk/residential

Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.

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KINVEACHY GARDENS, CHARLTON SE7 ● ● ● ●

5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Sun room Rear garden

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Period terraced house Beautifully presented throughout Walk to mainline station 1539 sq ft (143 sq m)

Guide £709,995 Freehold For more information, call Graham Lawes 020 8858 9986 or email graham.lawes@eu.jll.com

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jll.co.uk/residential

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BLACKHEATH PARK, BLACKHEATH SE3 ● ● ● ●

7 Bedrooms Garage Landscaped gardens Short walk to Blackheath village

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Grade II listed terraced house Cator estate location Many original features.

4682 sq.ft (435 sq m)

Guide £3,350,000 Freehold For more information, call Graham Lawes 020 8852 8383 or email graham.lawes@eu.jll.com

8 Montpelier Vale Blackheath London SE3 0TA

jll.co.uk/residential

CROOMS HILL GROVE, BLACKHEATH SE3 ● ● ● ●

3 Double bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Beautiful period house Garden

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Set over 3 floors Furnished to a high standard Open plan modern kitchen Short walk to Cutty Sark DLR

£3,300 per calendar month Furnished For more information, call Sarah Kyriakides 020 8852 8855 or email sarah.kyriakides@eu.jll.com

Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.

8 Montpelier Vale Blackheath London SE3 0TA

jll.co.uk/residential

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Pop in or give us a call for intelligence-led advice on selling or letting your home. jll.co.uk/resi JLL, 22 College Approach, Greenwich SE10 9HY | +44 (0)20 8858 9986 JLL, 8 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath SE3 0TA | +44 (0)20 8852 8383

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