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ON COPING WITH THE SPOTLIGHT
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English Rose Carey Mulligan on privacy and coming into her own as an actress
MAKER’S MARK
The highlights of London Craft Week
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22 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL This month’s hottest trends and products
24 WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN Spring/summer style in spades
52 H E A LT H & B E AU T Y
34 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL
Best beauty buys of the month and our pick of the best face brushes for radiant skin
37 HEAVEN SCENT
Perfumes to conjure the magic of Tokyo’s trademark cherry blossoms
Food & Drink
42 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area
45 RESTAURANT REVIEWS Village East and Bel-Air
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We head downtown to discover the burgeoning art scene revitalising the city
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Jerome Monahan’s local news and reviews
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60 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Leafy green accessories are what we’re coveting this month
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he month of May has always been associated with festivities: May Day, the beginning of wedding season, Royal Ascot. This is perhaps because, in London at least, May is the first month when sitting outside doesn’t feel like a punishment. With this in mind we’ve decided to focus our beauty notes this month on pots and potions to best prepare a bride for her wedding day. See which new rose face cream is an absolute must on page 34. There are so many occasions to dress up for in May, giving your wardrobe a spring overhaul is a must. That’s why our fashion shoot this month focuses on spring/ summer essentials to shake off the winter blues and embrace the sunshine. Turn to page 27 to see
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the Edie Parket clutch we can’t live without. Among the usual suspects (Chelsea Flower Show, the Cartier Queen’s Cup at Guards Polo Club) is a relative newcomer to the cultural landscape: London Craft Week. It may only be in its second year but it is already shaping up to be one of the best citywide events in the calendar. We choose our highlights on page 18. Our lead interview this month is with the enigmatic Carey Mulligan, who talks to us about keeping her life private and coming into her own as an actress. I hope you enjoy the issue. Ciao! ◆
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Greenwich Market – London’s beautifully restored arts and crafts market is buzzing with things to see and do and The Pavilion, our new food area, is temptingly tasty. Open 7 days a week and Bank Holidays, 10am – 5.30pm
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Four days of craft and design workshops, meet the maker and one off shows to celebrate Craft & Design month.
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Something old, something new – designer makers, vintage specialists and clever cooks showcase their finest bridal wares.
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T h ro u gh o u t May Nel s o n R o a d he ever-changing display at M1 Fine T Art – which includes original paintings and sketches, limited edition prints and sculpture – can excite, surprise and satisfy any art-lover. This is the perfect place to discover, invest and collect unique pieces of art that you’ll enjoy for many years to come. u 20 Nelson Road, SE10; m1fineart.com
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From 19 May S omerset House
Insanely popular in 2015, London’s first and only international photography show is back for a second year. As the single largest takeover of Somerset House, four floors of exhibition space will display some of the contemporary world’s most influential photographs. Guided tours, a new addition for this year, will give visitors a unique insight into the work, with enlightening comments from specialists in the field. Strand, WC2R; photolondon.org
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16 May G re e nwi c h Pe ni ns u l a his fete will see brass band house music, T life-sized slinkies, massed drumming workshops and street food in one place. With a diverse array of free events – many somewhat quirky – there’s fun for all ages and tastes. Where else could you listen to Gilles Peterson while making paper hats? u Greenwich Peninsula, SE10; urbanvillagefete.co.uk
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ARTS AND CRAFTS OF AFRICA
T h ro u gh o u t May B rom l e y H i gh S tre e t reated with the emotion, culture and C visual experience of Africa as inspiration, the arts and crafts on show at this exhibit offer viewers a refreshing aesthetic break from the norm. The popularity of this continent’s art is dramatically increasing, this showcase will feature it all; from the smaller handcrafted sculptures and masks to the show-stopping, attention-grabbing large pieces. While the styles range from the primitive and abstract to realistic and detailed, it’s fun to look for the similarities. ◆ 235 High Street, BR1; shop.artsandcraftsofafrica.com
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Back by popular demand, this literary festival will be filled with a range of talks, creative writing workshops, story-telling sessions and poetry performances. Festival-goers will also have the unique opportunity to speak with their favourite authors and discover new books from emerging writers. A must-visit for any bookworms.
21 May B lackheath Ha ll s his British folk-singing duo T have been performing together for over twenty years, receiving critical acclaim and gaining a large, loyal following. As a sweet combination of Roberts’ sultry soul singing and Lakeman’s acoustic guitar strums, their latest album, Tomorrow Will Follow Today, has been their most successful yet. Truly unique, you won't want to miss seeing these two live. ◆ 23 Lee Road, SE3 trinitylaban.ac.uk
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series of Italian beach panoramas. Exploring the inner conditions and disturbances of normality, he drew his focus back to his home country following drastic political changes. Beautiful and fascinating. 22 Dering Street, W1S; ronchinigallery.com
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Tight Knit MISSONI Art Colour is a new exhibition exploring the creative process of one of the most respected exponents of ‘Made in Italy’
THE MIX between fashion AND ART is always EXCITING
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issoni are one of Italy’s most globally recognised brands, with their distinctly colourful knitwear and daring statement pieces – but they came from humble beginnings before transforming into the powerful fashion house they are today. Ottavio and Rosita Missoni founded the company as newlyweds in 1953, in a small workshop in the basement of their first home in Gallarate. He was an ambitious pattern designer and she came from a family who ran a womenswear manufacturers. Together, with her wealth of knowledge and his artistic flair, they made the perfect pairing. Jump forward to today, and the fashion house is still very
Tancredi, Untitled (Greenhouses), 1953
Inside the exhibition at The Fashion and Textile Museum
much a family run business. After 40 years of making a name for themselves, control was transferred to their three children, and their signature style of colourful stripes and fashionforward knitwear is still very much present in current designs. In celebration of their longstanding and influential history in both fashion and art, the MA*GA Art Museum have organised an exciting exhibition in partnership with Woolmark, showcasing Missoni’s best fashion pieces of
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MISSONI, Senza Titlo, 1953
the last sixty years alongside paintings by the leading 20th century European artists, highlighting the influence they had on the Italian designers. Artistic Director of the Missoni Archive, Luca Missoni, says: “It is a great opportunity to rediscover the potential of our colourful heritage to make a unique, positive experience”. Many of Missoni’s iconic knitted garments will be on display, showcasing the heritage and cultural history of the Missoni family’s association with wool. The artwork displayed alongside is from famous modernist artists such as Tancredi Parmeggiani, Sonia Delaunay, Lucio Fontana, and even Ottavio Missoni himself – the majority of which have never been exhibited in the UK. Celia Joicey, Director of the Fashion and Textile Museum, says: “This is the first major exhibition to explore the iconic Missoni fashion house. The mix between fashion and art is always exciting, and this show highlights the important dialogue between post-war Italian artists, designers and industry”. MISSONI Art Colour, From 6 May Fashion and Textile Museum 83 Bermondsey Street, SE1; ftmlondon.org
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CAREY Award-winning actor Carey Mulligan on starting a family and coming to terms with fame W o r d s J a k e T ay l o r I m a g e s PA I m ag e s / C a r l o A l l e g r i
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elebrity couplings are wellpublicised affairs. From Posh and Becks to Brangelina, these millionaire marriages invite the media’s scrutiny as public and private lives become intertwined, often to the point where it’s difficult to discriminate between the two. For Carey Mulligan and her charttopping husband Marcus Mumford (of Mumford and Sons fame), the exact opposite is true: since marrying and starting a family together, the line between the public and the private has never been clearer. Mulligan has worked with a slew of celebrated directors including Steve McQueen, Baz Luhrmann and the Coen brothers, so she’s no stranger to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. But away from the silver screen she has always been fiercely protective of her personal life – at times enigmatically passive; at others staunchly forthright in defence of her privacy. Mulligan’s breakthrough role came in 2009 as schoolgirl Jenny in Lone Sherfig’s
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An Education. The character was similar in some ways to Mulligan herself (both excelled academically, for one thing) but the fame that came with the film’s success was, as Mulligan later told The Guardian, “all a bit terrifying”. Having confessed that she “doesn’t have a public persona”, the trials and tribulations of celebrity status, not to mention the ever-present paparazzi, were a constant “nightmare” for Mulligan. She struggled with photoshoots and award shows, once describing the Academy Awards as “overwhelming and glamourous and not really me at all” – and yet now, at the age of 30, it appears that this English rose is finally beginning to bloom. “I feel more sure of myself,” Mulligan says. “I was very reticent when I was younger but now I have greater confidence in my work and I’m much better at getting my view across when I’m speaking to directors. I used to be so shy that it made it difficult for me to enjoy whatever success I had, but now everything seems fabulous and promising… although there are still times
when I have to pinch myself to make sure that it’s not a dream!” Staying grounded as a Hollywood starlet is in itself a feat worthy of admiration. Both Mulligan and her husband have developed reputations based around their respective work, rather than any sense of tabloid scandal or over-inflated ego. Mulligan is of the opinion that “the minute you get to be like ‘look how famous I am’, you should give it up,” adding that as Mumford is “the only thing” that’s entirely hers, she does her best to keep their relationship “totally away” from the limelight. Family friend Sienna Miller has described Mulligan and Mumford’s marriage as “idyllic”. “They both come from very solid families and have a real sense of the life they want to live,” says Miller. “Marcus can headline Glastonbury and Carey can be nominated for however many Oscars, and then they come back to their farm and they’re in big woolly jumpers, raising piglets – it’s an amazing balance.” Mumford has been present in Mulligan’s life since they met at a church youth camp and became pen pals;
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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE they reconnected in 2012 when they were both involved in the making of Inside Llewellyn Davis and were married in a matter of months. Mulligan told The Guardian that she feels “more settled and more secure than I’ve probably ever been” since getting hitched. For the girl who “had a great childhood” but “wasn’t ‘in the group’”, her marriage to Mumford has cemented her place within the upper echelons of British celebrity, regardless of whether that was her aim. Mulligan’s last cinematic outing was Suffragette, which she describes as a valuable opportunity to learn more about the history of feminism, a cause close to her heart. It was also a chance to work with “inspiring” fellow actors such as Meryl Streep. “It’s nothing new for me to admit that she’s my heroine,” says Mulligan. “It’s not just her incredible ability and talent; she also uses her position for notable causes.”
AWAY FROM THE SILVER SCREEN
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Mulligan, too, has philanthropic interests. In 2010 she donated the Vionnet gown she wore on the red carpet of that year’s BAFTA ceremony to Oxfam in order to raise money for a series of women’s projects. In 2012 she became an ambassador for the Alzheimer’s Society; her grandmother’s dementia is one of the few elements of her family life that Mulligan discusses with the media. Speaking at a society event, Mulligan said she was “committed to helping the Alzheimer’s Society in any way” she could. “My family and I rely on the help of organisations like Alzheimer’s Society to help us understand the disease and guide us in the care of my grandmother,” Mulligan explained, adding that she thought it was “a privilege to meet so many people with dementia”. More recently, the actor has become involved in helping the charity War Child,
and has been vocal about the struggles faced by children in both the Democratic Republic of Congo and Syria, whose lives have been affected by war. For Mulligan, seeing the suffering of children who were around the same age as her own baby daughter Evelyn had a profound effect on her. “I look at my daughter and think, this is so exciting: you could be a doctor or a lawyer or an engineer,” she told ITV News in 2015. “These parents in Syria, they had those same feelings, and now that’s gone.” Such public comments about Evelyn, born in September last year, are exceedingly rare. Despite widespread speculation from the media and fans, Mulligan is committed to staying tight-lipped, saying that when people ask her “all the time” about her daughter, she demurely replies “Oh, I can’t, I’m sorry,” in what she describes as “a very British way”.
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For Mulligan, who has seemingly made a habit out of taking regular breaks from the rigours of film-making, last year’s pregnancy and birth while starring in two movies, Far From the Madding Crowd and Suffragette, and the stage show Skylight was, by her own admission, “pretty stressful”. “Doing press with a tiny baby means timing has been very important and babies do what they want, which is a challenge,” Mulligan told The Mirror. She did, however, have a secret weapon when it came to juggling her duties as a celebrity and a mother: “It’s really helpful when you have Meryl Streep backstage at events, shouting at people on your behalf and telling them to hurry up because you have a nursing mother here!” To find out more about these charities visit l alzheimers.org.uk l warchild.org.uk
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ondon Design Week, Fashion Week and events like Frieze Art Fair have long been part of the capital’s cultural landscape. It seems somewhat surprising therefore, that a Londonwide, five day festival celebrating makers and craftsmen should only be celebrating its second anniversary this year. Ranging from perfumers revealing how a world-class fragrance is developed to jewelers cutting and polishing diamonds, London Craft Week is an opportunity for anyone who has ever wondered what goes into producing a luxury product to get a glimpse behind the scenes. The show is not restricted to one area of London; venues as varied as Selfridges, Chelsea Physic Garden, Clerkenwell and the Royal Academy will all be taking part as well as several
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ARTS & CULTURE / LONDON CRAFT WEEK Ever wondered what it takes to produce the fantastical costumes worn in TV series such as Game of Thrones or films like King Arthur? All will be revealed at Angel’s Costumers where visitors will get the opportunity to hear from the costume designers and jewellery makers who bring these mythical worlds to life. The unique tour of the legendary London costumers in Garrick Road will begin in the tailoring department where bespoke pieces are created for film, TV and theatre. Next up is the alterations section, where costumes are restored and altered to fit the specific requirements of the costume designer. The tour will then move to the cavernous Costume Warehouse, containing over eight miles of costume hanging rails with approximately one million individual items – sartorial heaven. In the City, award-winning engravers at Rebus in Hatton Garden (London’s famous jewellery quarter) will demonstrate how to produce the intricate
Julian Star, 3 Monumental Jars, Photo Jan Baldwin, London Craft Week 2016
THE PERFECT opporunity to MEET THE MAKERS behind luxury BRANDS signet rings and famous trophies they have become known for. The world of cordwaining is not one that many are given the opportunity to explore, which is why the Sebastian Tarek Open Studio in Sunbury Workshops is not to be missed. The Australian-born, East London-based shoemaker has worked for the city’s finest shoemakers since 2003, creating work to satisfy the picky clientele of Savile Row and beyond. His talk will reveal the process of commissioning a pair of shoes from start to finish, using the very best materials and traditional techniques. The 18thgeneration shoe maker will also treat visitors to a demonstration in practical cordwaining. This is only a taste of what London Craft Week has to offer so, in the words of How To Spend It’s Charlotte Abrahams, ‘Whether your intention is to consume or simply converse, if you appreciate beauty and the value of craftsmanship, then London Craft Week is one of the month’s must-visit events.’
Rebus Signet Rings . Engraving, London Craft Week 2016
throughout the City and East London. Some of the highlights from the 70 events and the 350 makers taking part in year’s show include a behind-the-scenes gun factory tour at Holland and Holland on Harrow Road, NW10. Taking visitors on a journey through the many processes required to produce a quality firearm, the tour ends at the finishing ‘shops’ where bespoke sporting guns and rifles are made. The factory itself was built in 1898 and was designed so that the ‘actioners’ could use the morning light on one side of the building while engravers used the afternoon light.
Vacheron Constantin, London Craft Week 2016
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CUT & PASTE Juergen Teller and Céline's creative director Phoebe Philo referenced a cut and paste scrapbook to showcase its SS16 collection. The campaign features voluminous shapes – and, as ever, handbags that are set to become cult classics. Céline, 103 Mount Street, W1; 020 7491 8200 celine.com
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eason after season, COS manages to capture the essential trends of the moment. Their Swimwear Collection for SS16 is no different. Combining earthy khakis, playful prints and interesting textures, the range includes elegant one pieces and bikinis to keep your poolside style on point for summer. Among our favourite pieces are the Melange Bikini top and bottoms which combine a sporty silhouette with a denim blue melange print and metallic D-Ring back detail. Of the onepieces, our standout is the crossover swimsuit. Functionality and style combine to create a swimming costume with comfortable close fit. It also has a low back and slim cross over straps that can also be detached and tied behind the neck and the pale blue panels and light pink straps summon up a stylish, summery palette that is both timeless and modish. However, it is their printed bikini [pictured above] that has really won us over. Featuring a soft-cup style, this bikini top is made from double-sided fabric with an all-over, colour-contrasting print. The matching bottoms are not overly skimpy and feature the same bold pink, white, khaki and black pattern as the top. Available at all COS Stores. u â—? COS Stores cosstores.com
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Racing Ahead Royal Ascot S tyle G uide
Race season is coming - and the annual sartorial question of what to wear to uphold the strict dress code returns. Royal Ascot has produced a Style Guide designed to give fresh ideas of appropriate, but fashion forward outfits for the iconic British summer-time event. Download the style guide at ascot.co.uk
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Jimmy Choo
To mark its 20th anniversary, Jimmy Choo has launched Memento, a collection of high-octane heels and clutch bags that celebrates its red carpet legacy for dressing the A-list. Cloud clutch bag, £2,495 and Romy 100 suede court shoe, £995 jimmychoo.com
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Shoulders make a welcome return as fashion’s favourite erogenous zone this season. Forget thigh-high splits, it’s time to expose your bare shoulders with a blouse top. proenzaschouler.com
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London girl-about-town and style muse Alice Naylor-Leyland has created a gorgeous 10 piece capsule collection of flat pumps for French Sole. Top of our wishlist are these chic navy velvet flamingo 'Hefner' pumps. £185; frenchsole.com
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The Puzzle bag from Spanish fashion house Loewe is the bag to be seen with right now. The origamiinspired panels mean it can be folded completely flat and can also be carried as a oversize clutch. Metallic leather Puzzle bag £1,375 brownsfashion.com
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01. THOM BROWNE Cotton blouse £400; mytheresa.com 02. ANYA HINDMARCH Leather maxi Edbury bag £1395; brownsfashion.com 03. THE ELDER STATESMAN Denim flared jeans £350; net-a-porter.com 04. ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE Cotton military Milford jacket £390; avenue32.com 05. JONATHAN SAUNDERS Nappa leather Bordeaux belt £320; avenue32.com 06. JJS LEE Voile pleated skirt £685; avenue32.com 07. AQUAZZURA Belgravia espadrilles £294; farfetch.com
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FASHION / TREND EMILY LONDON
Flower 'Lacock' halo headband, £335; harveynichols.com
TABITHA SIMMONS
'Hermonine Meadow' pumps, £485; brownsfashion.com
ANNA-KARIN KARLSSON
ERDEM SS16
'Rose Rouge' sunglasses, £425; annakarinkarlsson.com
ZIMMERMANN
'Havoc' pearl top, £900; zimmermannwear.com
DOLCE & GABBANA Silk midi dress, £1,600; mytheresa.com
MONIQUE LHUILLIER
Silk printed maxi skirt, £4,340; farfetch.com
EMILIA WICKSTEAD
'Spencer' high-waisted trousers, £620; brownsfashion.com
FLOWER POWER ROCKINS
L*SPACE
'Liberty Love Chloe' bikini, £198; beachflamingo.com
Botanical blooms herald the start of the summer season
'Flora' silk crepe de chine scarf, £165; net-a-porter.com
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BRIAN ATWOOD
Cotton corsage, £49; farfetch.com
'Oriana' appliqué sandals, £800; farfetch.com
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Embellished fabric clutch bag, £2,395; mytheresa.com
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SHINE ON NARS Cosmetics introduces the limited edition Hot Sand Collection inspired by their cult favourite Illuminator. Add a peachy sheen with the blusher/bronzer duo, make your cheekbones pop with the Illuminating Multiple and finish it off with a slick of champagne-tinted lip gloss. narscosmetics.co.uk
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Here comes the sun and with it our suggestions for ultimate summer wedding beauty W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S
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his wonderful skincare range, iS Clinical, is created by Innovative Skincare and contains only the highest pharmaceutical grade botanical ingredients. It’s a celebrity favourite and it’s easy to see why. The products arrive in sleek shiny dark blue packaging and the brand is endorsed by the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Beyonce. Enough of the fluff though... does it actually work? I have to say that after reading their independently conducted clinical trials and hearing my clients’ feedback – it’s an overwhelming ‘yes!’ from Dr Mayoni. The range covers the four pillars of good skincare namely cleanse, treat, hydrate and protect. One really attractive feature is that every product within the range is multi-tasking. They create results across a multitude of areas, making the products a really cost-effective investment. I was also hugely impressed with their dedication to cancer skincare. Their range can be used by patients who are currently undergoing or post treatment. Their SHEALD balm is fab on surgical scars too. Their hero product is Active Serum which is great for acne, hyperpigmentation and wrinkles. It contains a hard-working mixture of kojic acid (from mushrooms), and extracts from willow bark and bilberry. iS Clinical works and this exceptional range gives hope to people with a variety of conditions like acne, hyperpigmentation, excema and rosacea while also targeting signs of ageing too. All from botanically derived products and responsibly created. What more could you want from a skincare product? For more details about iS Clinical please contact Dr Mayoni on clinic@drmayoni.co.uk or 07956 517021; drmayoni.co.uk
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Sun Worship Estée Lauder
Nothing pops against a white dress like a tan. However, brides who can’t escape to the Bahamas before the big day need not panic: Estée Lauder’s cult Bronze Goddess collection can help you fake it. Brush on a dusting of the Bronzing Powder, a few dabs of Pure Colour Illuminator to highlight your cheekbones and finish it off with a slick of Bronze Goddess Shimmering Body Oil and you will dazzle down that aisle. esteelauder.co.uk
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The night before the big day is crucial, so prior to donning your eyemask we recommend applying a healthy dollop of Fresh’s new Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream to leave your complexion dewy and primed for your makeup session the next morning. £34; fresh.com
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NAILED IT Soigné
Sometimes it’s the little details that really bring a bridal look together: a flower in the hair, the embroidery on a veil or a even pretty nail colour. These new dusky pastel shades from Soigné are a lovely alternative to the classic pale pink or naked nail, adding a hint of colour to your white ensemble. £11; soignenails.com
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Every bride has a glow on their wedding day – but there’s no harm in giving your skin a helping hand. Incorporate La Prairie’s new Cellular Swiss Ice Crystal Serum and Transforming Cream with SPF 30 into your daily beauty regimen to even out skin tone and banish dullness for optimum radiance. £218 & £134; laprairie.co.uk
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WHITE WEDDING Juliette Has A Gun
The scent worn by a bride on her wedding day will always have a special resonance. Boutique Parisian perfumer Juliette Has A Gun specialises in scents with personality and our pick of the bunch is their tuberose and jasmine fragrance White Spirit. £200; selfridges.com
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1. BRAUN FACIAL EPILATOR AND CLEANSING BRUSH, £69.99; boots.co.uk 2. PHILIPS VISAPURE ESSENTIAL FACIAL CLEANSING DEVICE, £150; philips.co.uk 3. MAGNITONE LONDON VIBRA-SONIC DAILY CLEANSING BRUSH, £70; magnitone.co.uk 4. CLARISONIC ARIA WHITE, £155; clarisonic.co.uk 5. CLINIQUE SONIC SYSTEM PURIFYING CLEANSING BRUSH, £79; clinique.co.uk 6. NO!NO! ULTRA, £229; mynono.co.uk 7. FOREO LUNA 2, £149; foreo.com 8. BABYLISS TRUE GLOW SONIC SKINCARE CLEANSING SYSTEM, £80; boots.co.uk
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The Lash Lounge London is your one-stop shop for all things beauty - whether you want a beautiful set of eyelash extensions, fierce brows or a flawless wax. Enjoying the convenience of these all these services under one roof = #loungelife
The Spirelli produces perfect spirals of julienned vegetables for salads or cooking.
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cross Japan from late January until May the nation is enraptured by the cherry blossoms that sweep in abundant waves over this mystical land. Hanami is the centuries old tradition of blossom viewing and picnicking beneath the laden boughs, this floral festival is a much anticipated social event. Looking in envy at the incredibly gorgeous vintage kimonos stocked by London-based specialist webstore Ona Kimono (OnaKimono.com) I was reminded just how evocative these Sakura, cherry blossoms, are. Understandably historically the cherry blossom is a centuries old recurring theme on kimonos of various techniques. Slightly more strangely however, as they bear little scent, recently these stunning blooms, and perhaps the beauty of the kimonos which depict them, have inspired and compelled perfumers to represent this overwhelming natural visual phenomenon in scent. West London based micro-perfumery 4160 Tuesday’s sensational Tokyo Spring Blossom [1] is a triumphant olfactory symphony to this springtime spectacle. 4160 Tuesdays’ Founder Sarah McCartney explains; “Tokyo Spring Blossom is the scent of a warm spring breeze blowing
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through blossom. You’ll smell citrus top notes – pink grapefruit and tangerine - deep warm opoponax, tolu balsam, and raspberry jam at the base, rose, violet and woods at its heart, but all blended so smoothly that it’s hard to separate them.” Tokyo Bloom [2] is the sublime scent by The Different Company which sits beautifully between the very fashionable fresh green fragrances of the moment and the ultimately wearable modern florals. It opens with a rush galbanum, dandelion, basil and a touch of blackberry, followed by
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a middle of pretty jasmine and cyclamen petals on a base of gaiac wood, skin-like musk and amber. One of the gems in London’s olfactory crown is Angela Flanders [3], the wonderful perfumer who has two shops in Spitalfields and Columbia Road. Angela Flander’s Sakura is a subtle fragrance of cherry blossoms on the bough. Delicate floral top notes with hints of violets and heliotrope mingle with the intriguing almond notes in the heart, resting on a velvet base of soft green mosses. Sakura by Miya Shinma [4] is a light floral perfume that was designed by Miya to perfectly evoke the same sense of joy one experiences when faced with thrill of this springtime phenomenon. The scent opens with sparkling citrus and elegant rose essence on a heart of peonies, rose absolute and blackcurrant. The innocent notes dry down to something altogether more sensual and carnal and we remember spring is the start of something new. As the Maytime Hanafubuki – Cherry Blossom Blizzard – fills the air with floating petals we remember the Sakura is more than just about beauty they are about renewal and a new beginning, little wonder then they appear on so many kimonos.
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WHEREVER SUMMER TAKES YOU! Powerful, portable and Blue-tooth-enabled, BeoPlay A2 is the social speaker designed to travel with you all Summer long. Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath Tel: 0208 303 2760 www.bang-olufsen.com/bexleyheath
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ABSOLUTELY / PROMOTION up to 12 months so your skin will keep on improving with results lasting up to five years. Is the procedure painful? Most of our patients just feel a tingling sensation, with no real pain. Who is the ideal candidate for NovaLift? The procedure is suitable for both men and women who have started to see a change in the elasticity and firmness of their skin, but want a non-surgical approach to rejuvenation with natural-looking results. In clinical trials 90% of patients saw visible lifting as a result of the ultrasound. Is the NovaLift a replacement for a surgical facelift? Although the results will not be as dramatic as with a surgical facelift, it’s pain-free, gives immediate results so patients leave looking radiant and rejuvenated, and because there’s no downtime no-one will know you’ve had anything done. Plus the effects get better and better with time – it’s like turning back the clock on ageing!
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The ultimate technology in non-surgical facelifts exclusively at Nova MediSpa, Greenwich
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ovaLift is the revolutionary no surgery facelift that gives instant results. It’s a totally non-invasive alternative to surgical treatment and uses the latest state-of-theart technology to achieve incredible results – instantly. We visited Nova MediSpa to meet the well known Dr. Karen Orempuller leading practitioner.
Can you really get a facelift with no surgery? Yes, the NovaLift really does work and the results are amazing and virtually immediate, with no downtime following the treatment. You can pop into our clinic, then go straight back to work, or lunch or shopping! So, what is NovaLift? NovaLift uses the latest technology in High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) to lift,
firm and tone. The procedure has been tried, tested and constantly evolved and improved to the state-of-the-art system we have at the Nova Clinic. It has thousands of successful clinical treatments to prove both its safety and its effectiveness. How does the HIFU work? During the procedure focused, high intensity ultrasound energy stimulates the deep structural support layers of the skin, including those typically addressed in a surgical facelift. Crucially, however, the surface of the skin is not disturbed at all. The ultrasound energy stimulates the growth of new collagen, to gradually strengthen, lift and tone skin from within. Results are usually immediate and the skin may appear tighter and firmer right away. But the great part is that once stimulated the treated areas will continue to produce fresh collagen for anything
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Finally tell us a little about Nova Aesthetic Clinic in Greenwich We are really proud of our clinic in Greenwich. We have a fantastic spot just across from the DLR, with views of the Cutty Sark, and our light-filled Grade II listed building provides a luxurious environment for our fabulous range of treatments. We have the latest technology in non-invasive fat reduction, and we also offer Mesotherapy, wrinkle smoothing, Juvederm fillers and of course Botulinum Toxin, bespoke facials, non invasive LPG and fat freeze body sculpting laser treatments – including the popular laser hair removal with Cynesure Elite, the gold standard for real permanent hair removal – and even cosmetic surgery consultations with world renowned Professor Baruffaldi Preis. Our team of senior therapists has been handpicked from some of the best practitioners in the UK and Europe and we offer complimentary consultations. Book your complimentary consultation now College Approach, Greenwich SE10 9HY 0208 293 1070; info@novaclinic.co.uk Like on Facebook: facebook.com/ novaclinicgreenwich
Dr. Karen Orempuller is a respected, Allergan trained doctor known throughout South East London and beyond. She also practices in the Harley Street clinic where she often treats well known or VIP clients. 020 8293 1070, novaclinic.com
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THE KITCHEN SHELF The Kitchen Shelf by Eve O’Sullivan and Rosie Reynolds is based on the idea of the fashion capsule wardrobe. It shows that with a perfectly stocked pantry of basic items, everyone can create delicious, effortless food every day. Just like adding a colourful scarf to a simple white shirt. The Kitchen Shelf is published this month by Phaidon, £16.99
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CONFIDENTIAL South West London’s food news and delicious things to see you through May W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S
A GREAT MATCH Wine & food pairings for May B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n
POTTED CRAB
he delicate flavour of crab loves zesty fizz and where better to look nowadays than our excellent homegrown wines? This Hambledon sparkler is from Hampshire and it’s one of England’s most impressive at the moment. Crunchy apple flavours, lively bubbles and lightly nutty to match the toast with the crab. u
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oussaka isn’t just about lamb, of course, but aubergines, tomatoes, creamy sauce and cheese too. A local Greek red would work well naturally but for something more familiar, this Syrah from France’s Rhône Valley has enough juicy red fruit flavour and freshness to match the richness of lamb and cut through the cheesy creaminess. u
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he sharpness of rhubarb loves an unctuous sticky wine and Canada is a master at this, more specifically at making ice wine, where the water of the grapes (Vidal is the grape of choice here) freezes inside the berry on the vine leaving the grape’s contents proportionally high in sugar. Sweet and glossy with luscious mango and mandarin flavours, it a heavenly match here.
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Island Style The Rum Kitchen
Caribbean eatery the The Rum Kitchen is coming to Brixton this May. With two outposts already in Notting Hill and Carnaby Street, they will offer up traditional beach shack food and cocktails with a twist in laid back, island-style surroundings. Ours is a jerk chicken and a Dark ‘n’ Stormy. 435 - 437 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, SW9; therumkitchen.com
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CHOCOLATE BOX Maison Pierre Marcolini
Part Rubik’s Cube, part confection, this charming collaboration between master chocolatier Pierre Marcolini and fashion house Peter Pilotto is the perfect blend of design and deliciousness. A great gift for the chocolate-lover in your life if you can bear to part with it. £39.90; marcolini.com
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PIZZA PARTY Joe Public
Highly original dining concept Joe Public sees a repurposed public loo in south London transformed into a mecca for pizza lovers. The stylish exposed beams and white tile decor match the innovative menu which includes a scrumptious sounding olive tapenade base, artichoke, mushroom and ham hock pizza. joepublicpizza.com
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Dulwich staple Chandni has become known in the community for their commitment to fantastic Indian cuisine and friendly service. Stop in for some of their fantastic dishes and phenomenal atmosphere or order online and enjoy a scrumptious curry at home. 134A Thurlow Park Road, SE21; chandnirestaurant.co.uk
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The lovely packaging and small size of these chocolate bars from Rococo make them perfect for wedding favours. Use them as part of the place settings or hand them out with the coffee, either way they will make a thoughtful finishing touch. rococochocolates.com
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rriving anywhere with a bottle of Nyetimber, you're guaranteed a reaction. Though the UK's finest sparkling wine producer is very well-established and launched its first Blanc de Blancs in 1992, it still feels like a novelty to be drinking English champagne. And for it to be this good. The new Blanc de Blancs 2009 with its floral, limey bubbles and complex flavours is one of the vineyard's finest yet. ◆ A
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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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With a license to conduct civil ceremonies and two stunning rooms available for private hire, each offering its own distinctive cha character, the Greenwich Tavern is the perfect venue for all kinds of celebration...
With its charming location, relaxed atmosphere and great food The Tavern has become a popular choice amongst many.
He at the Greenwich Tavern we Here have a dedicated team on hand, committed to insuring that every aspect of your big day is perfect. Greenwich Tavern 1 King William Walk, SE10 9JH 0208 858 8791
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BEL-AIR Feel good fast food delivered to your doorstep Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s
ringing a slice of sunny California to London, Bel-Air specialises in healthy fast food. Since opening in 2015 they have become known for their substantial salads which are packed full of lean proteins and every type of veg imaginable. The boxes come in three different sizes and can be customised depending on individual tastes. Their spring menu, which launched in April, makes for a fantastic lunch option and can be ordered to your office or home using Deliveroo. The tarragon yogurt chicken and crushed purple new potatoes with almond pesto are creamy and tender. The chilies in the pesto give the whole dish a nice kick. My big salad box is a combination of Za’atar cauliflower with freekeh, spinach, mint, fresh pomegranate and roast courgette as well as honey, nigella and goat’s curd dressing, spring herb crumb and salmon with green harissa. Though all delicious, the stars of the show are the cauliflower (flavourful with just the right amount of crunch) and the salmon (flaky and tangy). This is all topped off with a delightfully chewy cacao and peanut butter cookie. Perfection. ◆
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ermondsey Street is one of my favourite places in London. Tucked away from the main drag of Tower Bridge, it’s a quaint little road lined with miss-matched formerfactories. Here, in among these industrial buildings, you’ll find Village East of Bermondsey. Owned by the same team behind the Riding House Cafe in Fitzrovia, the cool vibe here is carefully curated with great design Ω diners sit in intimate little booths or at the bar Ω and lovably cheeky waiters. We went on a Wednesday night and the entire place was buzzing. Starting things off with a cocktail, my friend ordered the refreshing Southside Sling (gin, coriander syrup, lemon and pomegranate) while I chose the very heady Smoker’s Delight (tequila, whisky, sherry, chestnut liqueur and orange bitters). A word
of warning, don’t order the latter if you can’t handle your booze, it’s seriously strong Nibbling on freshly baked caramelised onion bread and truffled egg mayo, we ordered the beef carpaccio to start. Rare rather than raw, the tender beef arrived topped with a creamy and crunchy coleslaw. Next up, the 16 oz. chateaubriand served with chips, smashed potatoes, slow-roasted tomato, field mushrooms, garlic butter and peppercorn sauce. While the meat was thick, rich and delicious, the sides really stand out in my mind. Our favourite, the mash, came topped with crispy chicken crackling and gravy. Indulgent but definitely worth it. This is definitely a restaurant to have on your rota – it will always impress. ◆
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MISO-BAKED AUBE RGINE, DATES & FETA with crispy buckwheat and tahini yogurt
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he Japanese rely on miso for the taste sensation of umami it adds to dishes, and I have been cooking with this fermented salty and sweet paste for almost 40 years and find it indispensible in my pantry. The one I use most often is a pale golden type called shiromiso (white miso – although it’s generally not white at all), which is made from rice, barley and soya beans. Some types of miso – and there are hundreds – contain wheat, so if you are gluten intolerant, read the label. If you can’t get Medjool dates (which are gorgeously toffee-like and plump), then use dried dates, which you’ll need to slice and soak in warm water for five minutes to plump up before draining.
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M e th o D 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas mark 4). 2 Mix the miso paste with the mirin to loosen it, then stir in the sunflower and sesame oils. Brush the mixture thinly on the cut sides of the aubergine. Sprinkle on the sesame seeds. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20–30 minutes. The
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I n g r e d i e nt s • 3 tbsp miso paste (I used shiromiso) • 3 tbsp mirin (or use 2 tbsp unrefined sugar + 1 tbsp water mixed together, or 2 tbsp runny honey) • 2 tbsp sunflower oil (or light olive oil) • 2 tbsp sesame oil • 2 aubergines (eggplant), stems trimmed, each cut lengthways into six wedges • 1 tbsp sesame seeds • 2 tbsp tahini paste • 3 tbsp orange juice • 85ml (1/3 cup) Greek-style plain yogurt • ½ tsp finely grated orange zest • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 2 handfuls salad leaves (I used baby kale and watercress) • 10 Medjool dates (175g/6oz.), quartered lengthways and stone (pit) removed • 200g (7oz.) feta, crumbled • 2 tbsp crispy buckwheat • 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts (or pumpkin seeds)
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FOOD & DRINK / RECIPES aubergine is cooked when you can squeeze it with little resistance. 3 Mix the tahini to a slurry with the orange juice. Stir in the yogurt, orange zest and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, then season with salt. 4 Toss the salad leaves with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and divide among your plates. Sit the aubergine (eggplant) on top, then scatter with the dates, feta and crispy buckwheat. Finally, drizzle over the tahini yogurt, or serve it separately, and sprinkle with the crispy buckwheat and toasted pine nuts. ◆
TUNA WITH COCONUT chilli, mango, apple and lime
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aw fish salads have been part of my family’s culinary repertoire back in New Zealand for as long as I can remember. Even my stepmum, Rose, a Cockney from London’s East End, got into the swing of things when she and Dad married. Whether it be a Peruvian ceviche or Cook Island’s Ika Mata, or even a jumble of Japanese sashimi, raw fish is delish! Pretty much any fish, so long as it’s very fresh, will work here. The smaller the chunks of fish, or the thinner it’s sliced, the less time it’ll take to marinate. If your limes are very firm, you can get the most juice from them by rolling them firmly on their sides along your worktop for 10 seconds, which helps to crush the cell walls inside the flesh. Alternatively, as odd as this may seem, zap them for 15 seconds in the microwave and then leave to cool.
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Ingredients • 350g (12oz.) very fresh tuna loin, skin and bones removed • 3 tbsp lime juice (or use lemon juice) • 1 small red onion, halved and very thinly sliced • ½ tsp finely grated lime zest • ½ medium-heat red chilli, finely chopped • 1 tsp grated palm sugar or light brown sugar • 1 ripe, sweet mango • 100ml (scant ½ cup) coconut milk • 8 stalks coriander, leaves picked • 1 spring onion, thinly sliced
• 1 crisp, sweet apple • 2 tbsp desiccated (shredded) coconut, toasted
coriander and spring onion. Cover and leave for 5 minutes in the fridge.
MethoD 1 Cut the fish into cubes about 1½ –2cm (¾ in.) square. Mix with half the lime juice and ¼ teaspoon of flaky salt, then cover and leave in the fridge for 30 minutes.
5 Cut the apple (unpeeled) into juliennes and toss with the toasted coconut.
2 Briefly rinse the sliced onion under cold water, then mix with the lime zest, chilli, palm sugar and remaining lime juice. Cover and place in the fridge until the fish is ready.
Peel the skin from one half of the mango and cut off the cheek (you’ll need only one cheek). Thinly slice the flesh. 3
4 Drain the juices from the fish. Toss gently with the onion mixture, coconut milk, mango,
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6 To serve, give the fish another gentle mix and taste for seasoning, adding extra salt if needed. Divide among your bowls or plates and sprinkle the apple and coconut on top. ◆
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GREENWICH TAVERN With a dedicated events co-ordinator on hand, The Greenwich Tavern’s main aim is to insure that your big day is perfect in every way. Situated in the heart of Greenwich, this quaint venue boasts stunning views of the Royal Park’s greenery from its two private rooms. Perfect for intimate ceremonies and celebrations, this spot is a real gem. 1 King William Walk, SE10 9JH 020 8858 8791; greenwichtavern.co.uk
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ROULLIER WHITE Much thought is given to what you will wear on your wedding day but we often forget the fragrance that will follow us down the aisle. You want to be sure that perfume you select is as unique as you. A good starting point is an independent perfumery; Kate Middleton wore Illuminum on her wedding day. Roullier White has the largest collection of rare fragrances from independent perfumeries in the UK. 125 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HU, 020 8693 5150; roullierwhite.com
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THE REBIRTH OF COOL Downtown Los Angeles has experienced a renaissance over the last decade with street art, coffee shops, bars and restaurants taking over the old banks and municipal buildings. Rowena Marella-Daw reports.
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Downtown Los Angeles is the next capital of cool. Absolutely takes a look at the arts and culture scene fuelling its rebirth W o r d s r o w e n a M a r e l l a - d aw
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hile Hollywood basks in all the fame and glamour of its motion picture heritage, Downtown LA is slowly but surely poised to snatch the limelight as it goes through a renaissance. Of the many districts that make up the Downtown area, the Historic Row played a significant role in the early 1900s, when Broadway was a buzzing mecca for entertainment. Post WWII, new opportunities lured businesses and residents into the suburban sprawl around West Hollywood, leaving this corner of Downtown and surrounding enclaves to succumb to urban decay. But that’s about to change, as maverick entrepreneurs and a community of local artists and denizens breath new life into its empty streets and spaces. Already, hip Angelenos and visitors are gravitating towards the offbeat Historic and Arts districts, invigorated by a burgeoning cultural scene, revival of architectural gems, luxury property development, and a spate of trendy eateries and retail hotspots. At the heart of this revitalisation
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building was saved, making the sign an iconic landmark. Across the street, the beautiful Eastern Columbia building went through a much-needed facelift to restore its original Art Deco turquoise terra cotta tiles, four-sided clock tower, and the ‘EASTERN’ neon sign above. A few blocks away, The Million Dollar Theatre, one of the oldest movie palaces in the country, is another symbol of Downtown LA’s Golden Age. The brainchild of showman and theatre impresario Sid Grauman of the Grauman Chinese Theatre fame, it was built Arts District Mural with flamboyant details inspired by the Spanish Churrigueresque Baroque style initiative is the Historic Core’s Broadway of the late 17th century. The theatre opened Theatre District, comprising 12 theatres in 1918, and in the 40’s became a venue for spread across six blocks. Spearheading big bands and jazz performers, such as this movement is the newly restored Billie Holiday and Dizzy Gillespie. United Artists Theatre, built in 1927 for the Today, it’s a vibrant venue for film Maverick Film Studio for luminaries Mary screenings and multi-cultural evenings. Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, D.W Griffith Period buildings have come and gone, and Charlie Chaplin. This remarkable including hotels that have either been theatre spans three floors, its walls and left derelict or replaced by modern glass ceilings embellished with intricate Gothicand steel skyscrapers. One exception style carvings inspired by the 16th century is the luxurious Millennium Biltmore Segovia Cathedral. In its early days, the Hotel, formerly the Los Angeles Biltmore building served as a place of worship, Hotel, which opened its doors in 1923. which explains the neon sign ‘JESUS Its magnificent décor represents lavish SAVES’ behind the building. Indeed, the Spanish-Italian Renaissance Revival and
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Your Wedding at Devonport House Situated in beautiful Royal Greenwich, De Vere Venues Devonport House is the idyllic location for your wedding. Set in stunning grounds, we offer the perfect backdrop to your big day, taking care of every last detail for you. Fridays & Sundays from ÂŁ3,500, Saturdays from ÂŁ75 per person Our all inclusive packages include bucks fizz on arrival, a three course wedding breakfast , wine with the meal and a glass of bubbly for the toast. The Bride and Groom will also enjoy a complimentary menu tasting prior to the day and a bedroom on the wedding night.
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Arts District Mural by Robert Vargas
Beaux Arts details that embellish the grand lobby, Galleria and Crystal Ballroom, while Moorish Revival style prevails at the Rendezvous Court, where traditional afternoon tea is served. The hotel played host to numerous VIPs, most notably The Beatles, during their first US tour back in 1964, and also featured in countless films and TV series. Back in the 70s and 80s, artists who could no longer afford rising rents in Venice Beach and Hollywood moved into an enclave close to the Los Angeles River, where abandoned warehouses, factories and derelict rail depots provided shelter and studio-cumgallery space. This bold move and the growing underground arts community that followed led to the area being officially designated in the mid-90s as the Arts District. Since then, building façades have
LA CHAPTER, ACE HOTEL
Building faÇades are CANVASSES for VIBRANT street art served as canvasses for vibrant street art from local artists. Though still rough at the edges, this former industrial wasteland has not deterred a spate of trendy eateries and assorted enterprises from staking their claim. Its gritty backdrop and randomness are what give the place its eclectic edge. There are big plans for the Arts District, and deals are being inked to develop commercial projects and hotels, including a Soho House members’ club, Soho Warehouse. Back at the Historic District, every second Thursday of each month, art enthusiasts descend upon Spring and Main streets, between 2nd and 9th streets to take part in the Downtown Art Walk (downtownartwalk.org), a free event that celebrates local artists and businesses. Those who wish to explore public art in more detail join the Historic Core Mural Tour, a guided walk around the district’s back-doubles. The Broad (thebroad.org) on Bunker Hill opened last September to showcase an extensive collection of post-war and contemporary art from philanthropists
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Eli and Edythe Broad. Its honeycomb-style ‘veil-and-vault’ design complements the quirky, avant-garde art installations from some of the world’s renowned artists – Jeff Koons, Roy Lichtenstein, Jean Michel Basquiat, John Ahearn and Takashi Murakami. Admission to The Broad is free, and just across the street are the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Museum of Contemporary Art. There’s no stopping the growth and progress of Downtown LA, and this is an opportune time to experience a revolution where past and present are converging, cultural diversity flourishes and street art defines the very fabric of this historic metropolis. u
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¢ Furnished Living is ideal for visitors who prefer a luxury bolthole that provides privacy and exclusivity. This high-rise apartment is just around the corner from the Historic District’s trendy hotspots, yet far enough to provide a quiet retreat. Eating out in DTLA is great fun, but if you fancy simply chilling out or entertaining indoors, a fully-equipped state-of-the-art kitchen comes really handy – and there’s even a grocery service if you can’t be bothered to walk to Ralph’s supermarket nearby. The L Club’s fitness facilities are exclusive to guests, and so is the lengthy rooftop pool. The friendly team at the lobby provides 24hour concierge service. They’ll even walk your dog. u stayinglevel.com/los-angeles
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ravelling in style and comfort is an essential part of a weekend away; luckily, there are few cars as stylish and comfortable as the new Volvo XC90. The large SUV is a perfect mix of minimalist Scandi design, high-quality materials and practicality. The exterior is elegantly put together for such a big car while the interior is as luxurious as can be, boasting excellent Bowers & Wilkins speakers and an iPad-like screen in the console. All this, along with excellent safety features, smart steering and great handling make a journey in the Volvo XC90 a seriously enjoyable part of the trip. ◆
HAMBLETON HALL
THE HOTEL
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y guest and I are put up in the Noel Coward room, an enchanting double with wisteria wallpaper and an enormous bath – and we are thrilled to hear that the famous writer did actually stay there once. The hotel itself is stunning: Victorian with an eclectic mix of opulent country house and home comfort throughout. In the summer guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and those looking for a little more privacy can book the Croquet Pavilion, a cottage adjacent to the hotel. ◆
Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s
THE RESTAURANT
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he Michelin-starred restaurant at Hambleton Hall has always been a draw in and of itself. During our stay we decide to indulge ourselves and choose the Tasting Menu for dinner. This begins with a fantastic concotion of mushroom, egg and bacon served in a tea cup and ends with an almond and amaretto soufflé that is lighter than air and comes accompanied by honey and quince ice cream. Each dish in between is truly excellent and the charming sommelier suggests pairings for every course. We retire, full and contented, wishing we could return tomorrow. ◆
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ambleton Hall is situated next to Rutland Water and the hotel is happy to hire bikes on guests’ behalf, arrange a day of sailing or advise on walks – the village of Hambleton is picturesque and well worth exploring. ◆
THE DAMAGE Hambleton Hall is easy to reach from London by train in under two hours (Kings Cross to Oakham) Rooms start from £265 for two people inclusive of dinner, accommodation, breakfast, morning paper and vat 01572 756991; hambletonhall.com
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STATELY HOME Add a little opulence to your home with the new collection from British textile brand Olivia Bard. Entitled Burnished Grandeur, it draws on inspiration from old-world French elegance and heritage to produce a roughluxe look that blends a rich patina of age and modernity. From ÂŁ330 per metre; oliviabard.co.uk
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leafy greens CONRAN
Striped Blue & Irish Green Side Plate; £17, conranshop.co.uk
Modern ideas, designs and styles for your home Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n
CONRAN
Cactus Cushion Cover; £125, conranshop.co.uk
HOUSE OF HACKNEY
Palmeral Cotton Apron; £38, houseofhackney.com
RIGBY & MAC
Botanical Palm Prints, £39.95, rigbyandmac.com
Matthew Williamson TILLY HEMINGWAY
Ceramic Vessels; from £24, goodhoodstore.com
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Duresta Fashion designer Matthew Williamson has collaborated with British sofa manufacturer Duresta to launch five bohemian upholstery ranges at Harrods. The 40 exclusive fabrics include new and reimagined prints in a kaleidoscope of vibrant colourways and each piece demonstrates Duresta’s commitment to traditional joinery and hand finishing. duresta.com
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POT LUCK
Trouva Brilliant website Trouva offers beautiful products from the UK’s best independent boutiques, with same day delivery within London on lots of products. We are taken with this cute Dash Pot by ceramicist Jade Pankhurst. trouva.com
PCM DESIGN
Reversed Volumes Collection; POA pcmdesign.es
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Mud Australia Mud Australia’s hand-made porcelain collection launched in Sydney in 1994 and became an instant favourite for its clean lines, beautiful muted colours and smooth stone-like surfaces. The collections arrived in the UK last year and took Instagram by storm. mudaustralia.com
HAVE 4160 TUESDAYS
Ealing Green eau de parfum; £90, roullierwhite.com
DO SOUTH SHOP
Orland pendant light small, £165 dosouthshop.com
SWEDISH STYLE
Massproductions In 2009 two Stockholm designers, sharing a vision of functional, elegant design, launched a furniture company focusing on the interplay between object and context. The result is Massproductions, and the style is minimal and quirky. Massproductions-online.com
INSIDE OUT
Made We are coveting – optimistically – Made’s Copa outdoor aperitif set in pink. With its graphic lines and bold colours it reminds us that very soon we might be sitting outside, enjoying a cocktail. Maybe. made.com
JOHN LEWIS
Scandi Deckchair Sling; £55, johnlewis.com
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Arita x Nobu’ collection, £25–£170 matsuhisa-japan.com/aritanobu
SFERA
Bench, £1430; clerkenwell-london.com
CASE FURNITURE
'Particle' shelving, £1,235; casefurniture.com
NATIVE & CO
Japanese Rice Candles, £16; nativeandco.com
HEALS
Koji chair by Koji Katsuragi, £495; heals.com
ISAMU NOGUCHI
Akari 1AG table lamp, £215; conranshop.co.uk
PIXERS
Japanese Landscape Wall Mural £205; pixersize.com
NATIVE & CO
Porcelain plates, from £12; nativeandco.com
YEARNING JAPANESE Pieces from (or inspired by) the Land of the Rising Sun
FARROW & BALL
Aranami wallpaper, £97 per 10m; farrow-ball.com
MUJI
Pulp Unit, prices vary; muji.eu
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Thin Black Table, £1,000; conranshop.co.uk
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Spoons by Shino Takeda, £16 each; momosanshop.com
Naoko left-arm three seater sofa by Naoko Kanehira, £895; habitat.co.uk
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MY INSPIRATIONS
Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom
Pascale Spall, Creative Director of Stag & Bow
FAVOURITE ERA IN DESIGN?
The early 70s. It was influenced so much by other eras before it but with that extra pop of sparkle and shine…
Joan Collins circa 1970
Sydenham Woods
FAVOURITE CRAFT MATERIAL?
Fibre – animal, vegetable or mineral. I am constantly amazed that this ‘fuzz’ becomes thread that becomes fabric that becomes what ever you want it to be.
FAVOURITE PIECE OF ART?
An example of Bridget Riley's work
I love Bridget Riley’s work and in particular the colour palette and curves of Andante 1.
FAVOURITE DULWICH HANG OUT?
FAVOURITE TRAVEL DESTINATION?
A lazy wander through Dulwich (Sydenham) Woods - we spent a lot of time there as children and it holds many happy memories for me, I like to walk through from the Crescent wood end to the Lordship Lane End and cut across to Dulwich Park, meandering my way across the park to end up on Lordship Fane for a spot of lunch at Franklins or the Palmerston.
I recently went to Marrakech and loved it, it was a real tonic for the senses. I will go back very soon…
FAVOURITE ITEM IN THE SHOP RIGHT NOW?
Combing sheep's wool
The gold foil printed leather bowls and
MY favourite era in DESIGN IS the EARLY 70S purses by Camberwell based artist and maker Anna Jackson of Black Cactus.
STYLE ICON?
Joan Collins circa 1970 Early 1970s interior design
FAVOURITE FILM IN TERMS OF DESIGN?
Moonrise Kingdom by Wes Anderson.
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FAVOURITE WORKSHOP OFFERED BY STAG AND BOW CURRENTLY?
That is a hard one! They are all so exciting and inspiring! If I had to choose one I would say it would be our Childrens Sew What! Workshops, we hold every Sunday from 10.30 – 12pm. Each week we do a different project and cover a whole gamut of textile techniques, a great introduction to all the other workshops we run. 8 Dartmouth Road, SE23 3XU 020 8291 4992 stagandbow.com
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HELPING YOU BACK TO YOUR FULL LEVEL OF FITNESS
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launch. She explained that the entire BMI team are looking forward to kick starting the sports clinic in such a good local community. Sports Physician Ian Beasley explained to Absolutely that the sports clinic gives a holistic approach to care with all practitioners involved in the initial assessment and ongoing care of the patient. Treating anyone with a musculoskeletal problem, Beasley also highlighted the fact that at this time of year there is an explosion of people playing sports and getting out for morning runs in the sun. Blackheath is an area that lends itself to outdoor activity and as a result, BMI The Blackheath Sports Injury Clinic is a welcome addition to our area.
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BMI The Blackheath launch their new sports injury clinic at Gail’s Bakery in Blackheath
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n Thursday 14 April local private hospital BMI The Blackheath launched their new sports injury clinic at Gail’s Bakery in Blackheath Village. The event was a great success with sporting professionals from Blackheath Rugby Club and Charlton Athletic Community Trust in attendance. The BMI The Blackheath Sports Injury Team are all highly experienced professionals who have treated some of the world’s top sporting stars. Guest star ex-All Black’s rugby star John Gallagher provided a talk on the importance of dealing with sports injuries
quickly and efficiently. Guests were also provided with an insight into how the injury clinic will benefit local clubs, teams and the local community. The clinic is not just for sporting professionals – it also aims to help anyone who has an injury and could benefit from treatment. As well as learning about the sports clinic and meeting the team, guests were also given the chance to win a signed England football shirt. The winner was presented with the signed shirt by rugby legend John Gallagher. With so many sport and health professionals at Gail’s bakery for the event, Senior Physiotherapist Rachel Forde, was happy with the success of the
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Guests networked while enjoying bubbles and pastries from Gail’s
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PUTTING GIRLS FIRST ‘Into Senior School’ taster events for girls in Year 5, on 23 and 25 June Check website for full details
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Students took part in the final of the first ever Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) 3D Design Challenge. Working in teams of no more than five, students were asked to design a 3D printable product to support the work of international charity, WaterAid.
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Students stepped back in time to Tudor days with TV historian Lucy Worsley whose visit coincided with the launch of her first novel for young people, Rose. 12-year-old student Eliza Rose Scarlett O’Keefe was chosen to be filmed being dressed as a Tudor queen by Lucy herself.
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The play’s the thing Traditionally viewed as a ‘soft’ subject, drama can have all sorts of benefits for children Wo r d s A M a n d a C o n s ta n c e
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hat are the benefits of drama in education? With its place on the curriculum threatened by the EBACC and changes to GCSEs and A-Levels, does drama matter? “It’s is a way for children to still be children,” says Maharati, a drama teacher, “especially today where there is so much expectation and pressure to achieve… For children to have a safe space to play and try stuff out is invaluable.” Pippa Aston-Browne and Maharati run Applause for Children, a drama holiday club for children aged 4-11. Both have a background in the performing arts and set up Applause! in 2009. They now run drama camps at Lion House School in Putney and in St Helen’s Church Hall in North Kensington. During term time Pippa is a full-time drama teacher and Maharati runs Applause for Schools, which trains and mentors drama teachers for state and private schools, including Maple Walk, Mulberry House and Faraday School. A mother of two girls who have attended the Kensington drama camp says: “My kids are never happier than after a day with their heroines Maharati and Pippa. They still quote and sing from all their past performances.” Maharati says that all children, whether shy or boisterous, gain confidence through drama. “You might have a class clown or a diva looking for attention, but they will have to share the limelight and learn to work in an ensemble – and at the other end of the spectrum you get kids who can barely speak to an adult but who learn how to
IT MIGHT look like playing BUT IT’S WITHIN strict PARAMETERS become more confident through drama.” Children are also treated as individuals at a drama club like Applause!, which can work wonders for even those labeled ‘difficult’. “Kids with behavioural problems just don’t have them in drama,” says Maharati. “They are not stuck behind a desk and they are listened to.” The discipline of the drama class is not the static structured regime of school, which young boys, in particular, can struggle with. “Drama lets you run around and blow off steam.” When the children arrive every morning, the teacher runs through a series of mental and physical exercises to warm them up. It’s very focused work, says Maharati. “It might look like playing but it’s within strict parameters,” she says. The clubs are run on a weekly basis, Monday to Friday, and each week
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culminates in a performance. There are no set scripts, allowing the teacher to adapt roles to the ability or needs of each child. “It’s a totally different way of learning,” says Maharati. “Children have to think on their feet – if a child is struggling with a line I can change it – and if they are West End material and want to do a monologue, there’s space for that, too. To get a play to start on Monday and finish by Friday requires a lot of discipline,” says Maharati, a fact often underappreciated by observers. Phil King, head of drama at Bedales, agrees, and says participating in ensemble productions at school is good preparation for the working world. “A theatre production is a management project; management projects in the workplace require bringing people together quickly and enthusiastically, and the teamwork and leadership engendered in drama work are suited to this.” King says the confidence a child gains through drama can spill over into their other academic work. “I can think of many students about whom teachers in other subjects have expressed concerns that they don’t contribute in class, who then learn through drama that they can say their piece.” Maharati remembers Fiona, a shy girl from Mulberry House. “On her first day, she was a little out of her depth and a bit emotional,” says Maharati. “We took every opportunity to praise her, to allow her to speak up. Every day I gave her a bit more to say; in the end she was loud and confident. Her mother was in tears and she was so proud of herself. I know that that experience will stay with her.” applauseforchildren.com
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Hither Green Lane, Hither Green, SE13 Guide price £850,000 This beautiful double fronted house is stylishly presented with décor that successfully marries modern quality with original features. This home provides four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a stunning kitchen and a small cellar. Additional benefits include off street parking, a walled garden and close proximity to numerous parks, as well as both Hither Green and Lee mainline stations. Freehold. EPC rating D. Lee 020 8857 9494 lee.sales@kfh.co.uk
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Albemarle Place, Beckenham, BR5 £490,000 to £535,000 Albemarle Place is a bespoke development of just nine spacious, two bedroom apartments. The local area is well served by Beckenham town centre, Beckenham Junction station, numerous parks, leisure centres and golf courses. Released now for summer 2016 completion, 50% reserved off plan. Leasehold. Land and New Homes 020 3486 2250 newhomesse@kfh.co.uk
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Well presented four bedroom semi detached family home, boasting two bathrooms, a modern kitchen/diner, as well as a private garden and driveway parking. This home benefits from being located close to Chislehurst High Street.
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THINGS LANDLORDS SHOULD LOOK FOR IN AN INVESTMENT PROPERTY ith high tenant demand, buying to let has never been so popular, providing investors with an opportunity to enjoy extra income. Allison Thompson, managing director at Leaders, has identified five factors every landlord should look for before buying to let.
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Proximity to a rail station or the motorway network will make a home more appealing to people who need to travel.
03 QUALITY OF HOUSING
With tenants staying in one place for longer, they typically look for quality properties that can be a home to be proud of.
04 ATTRACTIVE LOCAL AMENITIES
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MINI MARATHON FOR KIDS n 17th April, Greenwich Park played host to the 2016 Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice Mini Marathon for Kids. The event was sponsored by John Payne for the second year running, with over 30 of their staff volunteering as marshalls and stewards. Greenwich area manager Doug Norris said: “After the success of last year, we’ve all been really looking forward to this one - it's such a great event!"
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Maze Hill SE10 Spacious & extended five bedroom detached house with direct views towards Royal Greenwich Park.
Guide £1,500,000 F/H Five bedrooms
Three bathrooms
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St Johns Park SE3 An impressive spacious top floor conversion situated in a beautiful semi-detached Victorian home.
Price £575,000 L/H Two bedrooms
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Belmont Grove SE13
Southbrook Road SE12
Impressively proportioned 1920s house, features include new bathroom, garage and large garden.
Superb extended family home with many period features. South facing garden, conservation area.
Price £975,000 F/H
Price £1,350,000 F/H
Three bedrooms
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Lee Office 020 8852 8633
Fingal Street SE10 Set in a quiet residential cul-de-sac with the Pleasaunce Park just metres away.
Guide Price £795,000 F/H Five bedrooms
Three bathrooms
Two receptions
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Farnborough Park BR6
£1,899,950 F/H
A contemporary five bedroom, five bathroom detached luxury home located on a favoured road in one of Kent’s most prestigious gated private estates, ‘Farnborough Park’. This property offers spacious modern living with a number of unique design features that have to be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Contact Locksbottom 01689 882 988
Chislehurst BR7
£1,695,000 F/H
Occupying a south facing plot of approximately ¼ of an acre on this sought after private road, is this well proportioned 1930s detached family home. • Four Double Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms
Contact Chislehurst 020 8295 4900
• ¼ Acre Plot • Energy Efficiency Rating E
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Five Bedrooms Cinema Room High Specification Fitted Kitchen Energy Efficiency Rating C
Beckenham BR3
£1,500,000 F/H
This elegant 1930s family home boasts an impressive 2,463 sq ft of accommodation and occupies a generous plot on one of Beckenham’s finest roads. • Four Double Bedrooms • Beautiful Rear Garden
• Carriage Driveway • Energy Efficiency Rating E
Contact Beckenham 020 8663 4433
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£1,165,000 F/H
Offered chain free, is this charming four/five bedroom detached family home measuring in excess of 2,400 sq ft located in a lovely tree-lined cul-de-sac in the heart of Keston Village. To the front of the house is a landscaped front garden and carriage driveway which fits at least four cars.
Contact Bromley 020 8315 5544
Shirley CR0
£1,400,000 F/H
Stunning seven bedroom detached family home offering privacy and seclusion, set in an idyllic location backing onto Shirley Park Golf Course. • Seven Bedrooms • Four Reception Rooms
• Beautiful 120 ft Garden • Energy Efficiency Rating E
Contact West Wickham 020 8432 7373
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Four/Five Bedrooms Highly Desirable Location Chain Free Energy Efficiency Rating D
Sevenoaks TN14
£1,650,000 F/H
Stunning detached home situated in sought after Shoreham, encircled by its own stream and offering approx. 3,916 sq ft of spacious accommodation. • Six Bedrooms • Stunning Fitted Kitchen
• Detached Residence • Energy Efficiency Rating E
Contact Orpington 01689 661 400
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IN THEIR OWN
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Ronke Maye Natalie Smith Sales Manager
Lettings Manager
KFH , CATFORD REBECCA NOONAN
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outh London born and bred, I was overjoyed when Natalie and I were given the opportunity to launch our Catford branch in January. Originally from Streatham, I’m enjoying getting to know Catford and all it has to offer. I got into property because it appealed to me on a variety of levels. Firstly, it was working with a whole range of characters, and as a people person, I love engaging with people from a range of backgrounds. Secondly, having studied law at university, I could enter into estate agency with the legal know how and offer vendors a comprehensive service. Finally, while studying at university I worked part time in a sales role and quickly discovered that I had a natural aptitude for it. When it came to deciding what I wanted to do in my career, I decided to combine these three strengths and made the move into property. There’s so much I love about the area; the diversity, the style and the ease of travel. There is a lovely mix of people in Catford, with older people who have lived here
They're lured by the green areas of Mountsfield Park and Ladywell Fields
for decades and families making the most of the schools and space. Increasingly, we are seeing first time buyers moving into SE6, keen to invest in the selection of period properties that offer good value for money. The market here is thriving and, in comparison with other neighbourhoods in London, properties are very competitively priced. However, they are slowly increasing as more people discover the many delights that Catford has to offer.
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grew up in Streatham and, before our Catford branch was launched, worked in KFH’s Tooting branch, so I jumped at the chance to get to know south east London better. At university I studied
sociology and worked part time at a high end retailer, which was a very sales driven environment. After graduating, I worked as a property manager and, as I thoroughly enjoyed that, decided to enter the world of lettings. The market is growing in SE6. We’re seeing more professionals and young families moving into the area who are keen to put down roots before everybody else catches on. They’re lured by the green areas of Mountsfield Park and Ladywell Fields, the excellent schools such as Greenvale School and St Dunstan’s College, and the mix of property available. Since opening our doors in January, I’ve enjoyed getting to know the area. I am a big fan of the restaurants in Catford, which offer a great selection of cultural dishes. My favourites include the Japanese restaurant Sapporo Ichiban, Mekahn, a Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant, and La Pizzeria Italiana. Catford is the latest ‘up and coming area’, and with a multitude of redevelopment schemes being planned by Lewisham council, it is set to thrive. In no time at all, Catford will become one of the most desirable areas to live in south east London. My advice is to get in quick. ◆
CATFORD SALES • 020 3792 4836 • CATFORD LETTINGS • 020 3792 4828 • kfh.co.uk
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Families are on the move.
During the spring and early summer, we traditionally see an influx in the number of families looking to move. This year is no different. The preference of our registered tenants is for good quality three and four bedroom family housing in key locations such as those with easy access to good schools and transport links. Hamptons International offers a comprehensive range of specialist lettings services, and we are delighted to have just won Gold for Best Large Agency for an unprecedented fourth consecutive year at the property industry’s leading Sunday Times Awards. So, if you are thinking of letting a property which could satisfy this demand, please call without delay for a free market appraisal and honest professional advice.
Hamptons Blackheath Lettings. 020 3302 5508 blackheathlettings@hamptons-int.com Sales. 020 3305 6488 blackheath@hamptons-int.com
Hamptons Greenwich Lettings. 020 3302 0718 greenwichlettings@hamptons-int.com Sales. 020 3092 5899 greenwich@hamptons-int.com hamptons.co.uk Please dial in full. If you have already appointed another agent, you may be subject to a restrictive contract.
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Scawen Brooklands Road, Park, SE8 SE3 £875,000 £535,000 Freehold Share of Freehold A beautifully spacious 1 bedroom presentedflat 4/5located bedroom on the Victorian Cator Estate. house. EPC: D BlackheathSales Sales020 0203092 3305 5899 6488 Greenwich
Maidenstone Pond Road, SE3 Hill,£3,750,000 SE10 £825,000 Freehold Freehold A beautifully beautiful Grade presented II listed, twodetached bedroomGeorgian Victorianhome. house.EPC: EPC:DE BlackheathSales Sales020 0203092 3305 5899 6488 Greenwich
Maze Foyle Road, Hill, SE10 SE32,600,000 £2,395,000 Freehold Freehold A stunning simply stunning, five bedroom 5 bedroom detached family house home. with EPC: parking E and garden. EPC: D BlackheathSales Sales020 0203092 3305 5899 6488 Greenwich
Kidbrooke Ashburnham Gardens, Grove, SE10 SE3 £1,695,000 £1,100,000Freehold Freehold A stunning 3 bedroom and house unique with five parking bedroom andfamily south-facing home. garden. EPC: C EPC: E
Seagar Place, £565,000 Leasehold Lee Road, SE3SE10 £1,150,000 Freehold A 3 bedroom 6thbedroom floor apartment with balcony Delightful three coach house. EPC: E and parking. EPC: C
Glaisher Street, SE8 OIEO £1,500,000 £1,000,000 Share Leasehold Vanbrugh Park, SE3 of Freehold 3 bedroom river-facing penthouse with parking. EPC: DEPC: D A rarely available five bedroom, three bathroom house. Greenwich Sales 020 6488 3092 8599 Blackheath 020 3305
Greenwich Sales 020 6488 3092 8599 Blackheath 020 3305
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
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Greenwich Sales 020 6488 3092 8599 Blackheath 020 3305
*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 / COUNTRYSIDE NIGEL LEWIS
FAMOUS PLACES London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. These are the most recent to come on the market
IT’S A PROPER PUKKA PAD
ou might enjoy trying out Jamie Oliver’s recipes but how about sliding down the same spiral staircase as the young cheeky chappie in his first TV show? The Naked Chef saw Oliver rustling something up in the kitchen of this trendy three bedroom home. Oliver, who’s now equally famous for campaigning to introduce a sugar tax and tackle childhood obesity, admitted wife Jools “didn’t exist” in series one. The father-of-four, then 22, said the former model was kept away in the bedroom as TV execs wanted to suggest he was single. His original pad, in Clerkenwell, is on the market for £2.75m and it’s still got the spiral staircase although the kitchen has been refurbished since appearing in the 1999 cookery show. There’s a gym on the ground floor, as well as a garage, storage room, built-in study and utility room. The master bedroom boasts a dressing room and en-suite. Another double bedroom has an en-suite shower room, while the agent says a new mezzanine could be used as an extra bedroom or reception. u Savills 020 7578 6200; savills.com
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UK music history. Tennant, 61, might hardly be a sex symbol but he’s admitted having had stalkers hanging around outside his house. He owned this five bedroom house in Fulham in the 1980s and 1990s, where he was responsible for installing fancy stained-glass windows and cornicing on the upper floors. Set over five floors - including a cellar - with a double reception room leading onto a kitchen, dining room and second family room. It's got a large garden as well as a third floor roof terrace, and has a £3.4m price tag. u Chestertons 020 7731 4448; chestertons.com
So even if you don’t shop at the store, you can now live in its former warehouse LIVE IN A FORMER HARRODS STORE
arrods was once famous for selling any animal its customers desired including elephants and lions. Back in its glory days, when customers ordered furniture that couldn’t fit into the shop, they were stored in its depository in Barnes. The building also had personal storage space for clients needing somewhere to keep their belongings while they were abroad. After several decades of neglect, the Grade II listed building was converted into more than 200 flats known as Harrods Village, so even if you don’t shop at the store, you can now live in its former warehouse. This three bedroom apartment – yours for £2.75m - has original features such as full height green curved windows with matching shutters. The gated development has communal gardens, along with a swimming pool and gym. u Harrods Estates 020 7225 6506; harrodsestates.com
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HOME TO A PET SHOP BOY
op duo the Pet Shop Boys celebrate the 30th anniversary of their first hit West End Girls this year with the release of new album, Super. Singer Neil Tennant and keyboardist Chris Lowe are the most successful duo in
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£3.4 Million
Madness set their 1982 top ten hit Our House in this Victorian terraced house TARA’S ONE BED WONDER
ocialite Tara PalmerTomkinson can usually be found tucked up indoors these days, having an early night. It’s a far cry from her years spent on the London party scene, which culminated in a £400-a-day cocaine habit and plastic surgery to rebuild her nose. At the end of last year Palmer-Tomkinson was photographed looking gaunt in a hoody and tracksuit, but has recently announced she’s trying her hand at clothes designing.
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The one-time face of Walkers Crisps, ‘TPT’ finished runner-up on I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! and won Comic Relief Does Fame Academy in 2007, showing off a decent singing voice. She’s also a good pianist and has a baby grand piano in her swanky duplex apartment in Kensington. While one of the original 'it' girls, she once called this terraced one bedroom house in Fulham home, which is now on the market for £695,000. It’s got a kitchen/ reception room with spiral staircase in the corner, 16ft south facing roof terrace and resident’s parking. Near Parsons Green and Fulham Broadway, agent Strutt & Parker says that in a former life it used to be a sweet shop. u Strutt and Parker 0203 773 3693 struttandparker.com
£565 Thousand
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IT’S MADNESS NOT TO BUY THIS
adness set their 1982 top ten hit Our House in this Victorian terraced house, where Suggs and co bashed out the tune in the living room. A few months ago the house, which took the video’s starring role, went on the market and was snapped up for £565,000. It’s on a tree lined cul-de-sac in North West London which has long been in demand with film directors. Stephenson Street features in The Ipcress Files and the Likely Lads and appears in Hugh Jackman’s new film Eddie the Eagle. Recently decorated with a modern kitchen/diner and large open plan reception room, it overlooks woodland where a community urban orchard and garden is planned for the spring. Closer to home there’s a little oasis in the back garden which was designed by TV presenter and Chelsea Flower Show gold medal winner Joe Swift. u emoov 0333 121 4950 emoov.co.uk
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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET
DREAM D E V E LO P M E N TS
THE TIMBERYARD
DEPTFORD
£399,950 Starting from
edarwood Square, the first collection of 203 homes at The Timberyard Deptford, is a unique development in the heart of South East London. Delivered by Lendlease, a leader in sustainable urban regeneration, Cedarwood Square will introduce a collection of one, two, three and four bedroom apartments and four bedroom townhouses. The properties are surrounded by 28 acres of green space at Deptford – alongside the picturesque Pepys Park and
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The first collection of 203 homes at The Timberyard Deptford are set just moments from the River Thames. Drawing inspiration from the warehouse buildings that came to shape Deptford’s landscape, the architecture at Cedarwood Square subtly reflects the area’s vibrant industrial heritage. Each home has been thoughtfully designed, featuring light and spacious living spaces, impressive interiors and either a balcony or terrace. u Lendlease The Timberyard Deptford 020 3815 9000; thetimberyard.london
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NX GATE APARTMENTS
£420
Per Week - Starting price for three bedroom apartments
ealstar Living has announced the launch of its brand new residential apartment complex, NX Gate Apartments. This development is revolutionising the renting scene in South East London. The high quality new build apartments at NX Gate are located on Batavia Road, in the heart of New Cross. The properties have been designed to appeal to young professionals looking to rent spacious one, two, or three bedroom apartments close to the city. Thanks to its vibrant
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atmosphere, unique character and excellent transport links, allowing commuters to get to London Bridge in just 10 minutes, young professionals working in and around the capital will be attracted to this unique development. With
fresh interiors and open-plan living spaces, NX Gate brings North American style, service and culture to the London market. u Realstar Living Howick Place, 020 7761 7888; realstarliving.com
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WHERE ELEGANT LIVING MEETS LIVING HISTORY A R A R E O P P O R T U N I T Y T O O W N A N I M P R E S S I V E LY S P A C I O U S A N D PRESTIGIOUS HOME IN A UNIQUE SETTING 1 BEDROOM DUPLEX APARTMENTS FROM £485,000 (710-910 SQ.FT)
2 BEDROOM DUPLEX APARTMENT £585,000 (1080 SQ.FT)
3 BEDROOM TRIPLEX APARTMENTS FROM £725,000-£825,000 (1335-2190 SQ.FT)
Marketing Suite and Showhomes open Thursday - Monday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm
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URBAN HOUSES prices start from £815,000 • Roof terrace with 360˚ views • Close proximity to Blackheath Village and Greenwich • 15 minutes to London Bridge†
• A range of exclusive resident’s only facilities • Close proximity to Wingfield Primary School and Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Call a member of the sales team on 020 3813 5368. A limited collection of 3 bedroom homes available (completing July-August 2016).
BlackheathQuarter Royal Borough of Greenwich
KIDBROOKE STATION
LONDON BRIDGE 15 MINUTES†
Sales & Marketing Suite and Show Home now open daily 10am to 6pm (Thursdays until 8pm). Wallace Court, 40 Tizzard Grove, London SE3 9FD
WATERLOO EAST 19 MINUTES†
CANARY WHARF 22 MINUTES†
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Photography of Urban Houses is indicative only. Timing is approximate only. †Source: www.tfl.co.uk Prices and information correct at time of sending to press.
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An idyllic countryside location
70% NOW SOLD
REGIA HOUSE Now complete and available to view, this four bedroom luxury new build house forms part of the exclusive private gated Yaldham Manor Estate, and is set in the idyllic countryside location of Kemsing, Sevenoaks.
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purelake.co.uk To book an appointment to view, please contact:
01689 882 988 acornnewhomes.co.uk Incorporating:
Sat Nav Ref: TN15 6NN (image depicts show home)
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