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Contents January 2013

03 EDITOR’S LETTER 06 ABSOLUTELY LOVES

Beauty

Arts

35 NEW YEAR DETOX

53 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

37 ALL SMILES

64 CURIOUSER AND CURIOUSER

Food

Property

Latest news and trends

Health and fitness news

09 DIARY

What’s on this month

Waterlase technology tried and tested

13 MAGIC HOUR

Backstage with Lisa Greenwood

Fashion

38 HEALTHY LIVING

20 FOR HIM

The smartest in urban British attire

23 STYLE FINDER

33 BEAUTY EDIT

The latest news, trends and products

Restaurants for a health-kick

46 RESTAURANT REVIEWS Feng Sushi

Interiors

51 SIPPING PRETTY

Absolutely’s favourite china

The best trends, designers and local gems Shoreditch’s Luna and Curious

82 PROPERTY NOTES

News and views from the property world

86 IN THEIR OWN WORDS Charles Adcock from Hamptons

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Editor’s Letter New Year

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anuary is a month for battening down the hatches and finding some allimportant ‘me’ time. If you’re emerging from an eventful party season, you may be in need of a vitality boost – so take a look at our guide to the healthy eating options in the local area (page 40). Yes, people, it’s 2013 and they do exist! Dining out need not always be associated with extreme indulgence and over-eating, and we’re pointing the way towards a lighter, healthier year. We’ve also reviewed the daddy of all London sushi restaurants, Feng Sushi, on page 50.

Fitness fanatics may find our bike shop spotlight useful (page 60). As the capital’s cycling obsession continues to grow, we pinpoint the best shops and most desirable products – ensuring that you can cycle in style, whatever the weather.

As usual, our travel pages offer valuable inspiration for those who simply need to get away from it all (page 64). For those still firmly in hibernation mode, a DVD or Blu-ray box set might be just what you need. In that case, I can highly recommend The Hour. For the uninitiated, this BBC2 drama – set in London during the super stylish 1950s – has lately replaced Mad Men in my affections. As such, I was chuffed to meet Lisa Greenwood, who plays Sissy on the show (not to mention more than a little jealous of the time she’s spent with co-star Ben Whishaw). At any rate, you can always curl up nice and cosy with your latest edition of Absolutely.”

On the cover City & Angel: Iakovos Kalaitzakis East: Lickerish Helen Baron, Editor

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#Off Piste City togs just don’t cut the mustard at this time of year. Nothing keeps the freezing winds out like ski-gear, so this month I’m championing duvet jackets as streetwear. This one, £215 by Maison Scotch, (0845 862 2056), has the added benefit of looking tailored thanks to an extended collar and belt. This cute hat, £55, comes courtesy of Hilary Grant, my favourite knitwear label of the moment (they use only the highest grade lambswool), while these Jack Wills moon boots, £89, are perfect après ski attire (or will come in handy when it does eventually snow in the city). Altogether, this ensemble will ensure you look super cool if you’re off to the slopes in the new year.

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Milkandhoney

It’s that time of year when the magic words are ‘duvet’ and ‘day’. Milkandhoney’s natural duvets and bed linen are quite the crème de la crème when it comes to lounging… now, where are our slippers? milk-and-honey.co.uk

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Absolutely LOVE ASTRAL

Tusting

Tusting is a truly British company who set the expertise of their masterful leather-workers to work generating a lovely selection of handmade bags. Oozing originality, character and unmistakable quality, we absolutely love them. Quinton satchel in orange, £285; tusting.co.uk

Set your sights on the stars with these cosmological wonders from Astral. Take your pick from a gorgeous range of stellar jewels, with gleaming stars, pretty planets, golden orbits and big bang bracelets – all jam-packed with galactic glamour. Unit 22 & 25 Sunbury Workshops, Swanfield Street, E2; tinalilienthal.com

Beara Beara

Not only do these knapsacks from Spitalfields Market stall Beara Beara carry serious swag, but they’re totally ethical too. The collection includes bags made of vintage Andean cloths, known locally as ‘aguayos’, hand woven using traditional techniques passed down the generations. Backpacks are also good for the posture, apparently, so there’s a triplewhammy of reasons to buy one.

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Cabbages and Roses

SANDERSON HOTEL

Sanderson Hotel and Luna & Curious of Shoreditch have collaborated on a brand new afternoon tea. Upon being seated, guests receive a menu, hidden inside a vintage book, and linen napkins wrapped with a riddle. Suger is presented from a magical music box and guests are invited to sample old fashioned Victorian fruit jellies from a Phillipe Starck cake trolley. Sweet as... £35 per person or £45 with champagne; morganshotelgroup.com

It doesn’t take much to twist our arms to pay a visit to Cabbages and Roses website, where mostly we’ll be found exclaiming – Mitford-like – over the beauty of just about everything. The winter collection – all heavenly knits, tweeds and tartans – is doing nothing to dissuade us from such a pastime.

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FENG SUSHI

If you’re still reeling from the Christmas stuff-athon, you’ll enjoy these lighter lunch boxes from Feng Sushi. An extended range of boxes cater to all tastes - from the ‘Man Eater’ (which contains miso soup, chili edamame and 22 pieces of assorted nigiri, maki, sashimi and tataki) to the ‘Eco-warrior’ (a vegan box of tasty, healthy salads and sushi including Feng Sushi’s legendary Japanese bean salad). The miso soup is particularly good and the boxes keep you full right up until dinner.

1 Adelaide Farm, NW3; fengsushi.co.uk

BLACK RABBIT

Hip Hackney-based creative collective Blackrabbit have taken ownership of the classic white tee, using it as a canvas for their singular brand of statement shirt. Using only ethically produced, 100% organic cotton, the tees are produced in themed mini ‘collections’, and feature vintage imagery, striking patterns and smart sloganeering that’s already got celebs and fashionistas talking. Make an early start on your spring wardrobe... £39.50 each; blackrabbitstories.com

TREE HOUSES

The whimsical charm of the simple tree house has been turned on its head by architects, designers and craftsmen who have let their imagination run riot, as illustrated in popular architecture writer Philip Jodidio’s book Tree Houses: Fairy Tale Castles in the Sky. Taschen’s beautiful book reveals the world’s most spectacular and innovative tree houses - from the rustic to the ultra-contemporary. We love. £44.99, taschen.com

SMYTHSON

What better way to get organised for the new year than with a shiny new diary? We love Smythson’s classic and colourful range of organisers, especially this vibrant purple beauty.

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Diary January 2013

Doctors, Dissection and Resurrection Men MUSEUM OF LONDON Throughout January In 2006, Museum of London archaeologists excavated a burial ground at the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel discovering parts of some 262 bodies in the process. The remains showed evidence of dissection, autopsy, amputation, bones wired for teaching and animals dissected for studies in comparative anatomy.

This major new exhibition unveils models and drawings, detailed documents and original artefacts to reveal something of 19th century bodysnatchers and the surgeons they supplied. Those of a squeamish disposition, be warned.

150 London Wall, EC2; museumoflondon.org.uk

Chapel Club THE ISLINGTON METAL WORKS 22 January Indie five-piece Chapel Club went off-radar for most of 2012, recording their second album in LA and returning only to tempt us with brief flashes of new material. Now the comeback begins, and they’re marking the start of 2013 - and the imminent release of their much-anticipated sophomore record, Good Together – with a one-off show at the Islington Metal Works (aka Electrowerkz). Expect samples, synths and all kinds of electronic inventiveness.

7 Torrens Street, EC1V; chapelclub.com

Everything Was Moving BARBICAN Until 13 January The world changed dramatically in the 1960s and 1970s. From the Cultural Revolution and the Cold War to America’s colonialist misadventure in Vietnam and the civil rights movement, this was the defining period of the modern age. It also coincided with a golden age in photography.

This exhibition takes an international perspective and includes renowned photographers whose work straddles the two most memorable decades of the 20th century.

Silk Street, EC2; barbican.org.uk

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Sleeping Beauty SADLER’S WELLS Until 26 January New Adventures’ 25th birthday culminates with the world premiere of Matthew Bourne’s latest reimagining of a ballet classic.

Sleeping Beauty sees Bourne return to the music of Tchaikovsky to complete the trio of ballet masterworks that started with Nutcracker! and the international smash hit, Swan Lake.

Tickets are still available for January’s performances, so snap them up quick.

Roseberry Avenue, EC1; sadlerswells.com

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Toro Y Moi VILLAGE UNDERGROUND 22 January Toro Y Moi returns to London. Yes! Born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina, 24 year-old Chaz Bundick has been toying with various musical projects since early adolescence. Having spent his formative years playing in punk and indie rock acts, the protean Toro Y Moi project has been his vessel for further musical exploration since 2001. The third full-length album, Anything in Return, sees him self-producing yet again. Expect musical riches - and some special guests on the night.

54 Holywell Lane, EC2; villageunderground.co.uk

The Turn of the Screw ALMEIDA THEATRE From 18 January Lindsay Posner returns to the Almeida to direct a new stage adaptation of Henry James’ celebrated novella. A new governess arrives at a remote estate in Bly to care for children Miles and Flora, but as she grows to love her two wards, figures appear in the darkness outside, and she begins to fear that the house is haunted. Eventually, the governess must confront her fears - and protect the children from the dangers that surround them. A deliciously chilling winter’s tale.

Almeida Street, N1; almeida.co.uk

City Of London Dolls’ House Festival THE TOWER HOTEL 27 January St Katherine’s Dock Marina is the location for the newest doll’s house and miniatures show.

The organisers have brought together the top craftsmen and craft suppliers specialising in all areas of miniatures and model-making for a oneoff, exclusive fair for enthusiasts in East London.

St Katherine’s Way, E1; thedollshousefestival.com

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Giorgio Morandi: Works on Paper Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art From 16 January An exhibition that spans Morandi’s career with a selection of 80 meditative landscapes and intimate still lifes by the master of poetic understatement.

The artist’s beloved Grizzana landscape will also be explored in an accompanying exhibition of stunning reworked Polaroid photographs by Nino Migliori.

39a Canonbury Square, N1; esoterikcollection.com

Les Miserables VUE CINEMA From 11 January The world‘s longest–running musical arrives on the big screen this month in Tom Hooper‘s sweeping and spectacular interpretation of Victor Hugo’s epic tale.

With an all-star cast, it’s among the most hotly anticipated films of the year... and surely in the running for an Oscar.

N1 Centre, 21 Parkfield Street, N1; myvue.com

WHY DON’T YOU? If you find yourself still pining for all things festive at the start of the new year, the Christmas Past exhibition at East London’s Geffrye Museum runs until 6 January. Eleven period rooms explore 400 years of seasonal traditions in English homes, evoking the rich and colourful celebrations of Christmases past. On the last afternoon of the exhibition, the museum will ring in the new year traditionally, with the burning of the holly and the ivy, carol-singing and epiphany stories - plus some mulled wine and twelfth night cake. A great way to say farewell to Christmas.

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The Hour Has Come

Lisa Greenwood, one of the stars of hit BBC show The Hour talks to Helen Baron about life on set, the demands of fifties styling... and what it’s like to work with thinking woman’s crumpet, Ben Whishaw

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isa Greenwood is adorable. She enters the room flustered and giggly, fashionably dressed in modern-day attire, a complete contrast to the character she plays in The Hour. That character is secretaryturned-production assistant Sissy Cooper, whose chirpy Cockney charm is matched only by her eagerness to build a career at the Beeb - not the easiest of propositions, in an age and industry where the opportunities for women were somewhat smaller in number than they are today. Still, Sissy makes the most of every chance that comes her way - and a similar positivity shines from Greenwood as she smiles in greeting. She puts me in mind of a fledgling Sienna Miller, with her tousled boho look and ‘70s style floppy hat, her lace dress and leather jacket. Sissy’s red locks are gone Greenwood is now blonde - but the smattering of freckles across the bridge of her nose remains.

We’re here to talk about The Hour, which is now in its second season on BBC Two and about to make the leap from cult following to huge global fanbase, but I start at the beginning, discovering that Greenwood has only been acting professionally for two years. It turns out that her mum enrolled her in a youth drama group in order to combat shyness.

‘Growing up, I didn’t have much of a social life; I watched films and TV obsessively. After seeing the film Vera Drake, I knew I really wanted to act.’

We’ve all heard similar tales (in fact, it seems that parents of self-conscious youngsters would

be well-advised to encourage them into amdram), but Greenwood’s success was a result of talent as well as sage parenting. Luck also had a part to play: her ‘foot-in-the-door’ moment came on applying for an an internship at an acting agency. Randomly asked to audition for a part in a promotional film about road safety, Greenwood didn’t get the job - but she won a place on the agency’s books instead.

A role in EastEnders followed - surely something of a pilgrimage, I say, hailing as she does from East Ham. ‘I grew up watching it, so that was great,’ she says. ‘It’s something you need to cross off your list if you’re from the East End, I guess! I’m usually the only Cockney on set, so it was nice that on EastEnders there were others!’

to detail, The Hour is a lighter, crisper proposition, offering a singularly British atmosphere and outlook, a more overt interest in the politics of the time and a healthy dollop of mystery to boot. Season one mixed murder, espionage and the Suez Crisis into a heady series of questions about the nature of democracy and the ethics of imperialism; season two, which is airing at the moment, turns its gaze towards issues like immigration, police corruption and the exploitation of women. The genius of the show is that for all the lifelike drama and heavyweight cultural questions asked, it’s never less than ripping good fun. And because at its heart is a nascent show striving to make its mark at the BBC, postmodern parallels abound.

I crammed the entire first season into the weekend before the interview and at time of writing, am seriously obsessed with the second, to the point of keeping transmission night free of all appointments. But Greenwood is wisely keeping schtum on plot details. That said, she’s happy to divulge the details of her audition.

‘I saw the casting team three times,’ she tells me. ‘I remember I was busting for the loo the first time; I thought the producer was the toilet attendant and asked her for the toilet key! Thankfully she found it funny.’

I ask if the similarities between Greenwood and Sissy appealed to her, what with both being young and up-and-coming, working on a new and exciting show. She laughs.

‘And both working for the BBC! There were a lot of comparisons in the beginning, though

“She enters the room flustered and giggly, fashionably dressed in modern-day attire, a complete contrast to the character she plays” Greenwood’s next big score was The Hour, and I can barely contain my gushing enthusiasm for the show. Centring on the production of a visionary BBC news programme in 1950s London, the first series had plenty to say about the British establishment at a time of turbulence and rapid change. What it also had were great characters, some inspired by real life figures from the time. The press love comparisons, so during its first run the show was quickly lauded as the British Mad Men; but it’s not.

While there are certainly similarities due to both series’ period style and amazing attention

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particular. He’s a lovely man, very humble.

Dominic is charming and funny, down to earth. Anna took me under her wing and gave me lots of advice; I was quite daunted before that, as the youngest on set. I’m very inspired

by Romola, she’s strong in real life too - really intelligent; I’d love to emulate her career. She seems to have really played things her own way on the strength of her talent.’

And what of Peter Capaldi, who joined the cast for season two but is most famous for his role as scheming spin doctor Malcolm Tucker in political comedy The Thick of It? Here’s a man whose on-screen performances make Machiavelli look lily-livered - is he scary in real life? Greenwood laughs.

‘He’s lovely - I feel I’m disappointing people when I tell them that. He’s witty and super cool in real life - he doesn’t have to do anything; he just sits and is cool.’

Cool he may well be, I think, but not as glamorous as the girls: The Hour is as revered for its immaculate retro styling as it is admired for its depth. I ask Greenwood how much effort goes into making the show look so good.

‘A lot of work goes into the styling; we sit in the chair for an hour-and-a-half before filming. I don’t know how the women of the ‘50s did it! The clothes are so structured - it’s really filtered into my own style. I wear dresses more now.’

With such a harmonious atmosphere on-set and the show hitting its stride, finding new fans with every episode, hopes for the future must be high. Will we be seeing THE HOUR SERIES ONE another season?

‘It depends on the ratings,’ Greenwood says, ‘but I think all the actors would be up for it. It’d be like going back to school after the holidays . If we did go back it’s likely it would be the early sixties, so it would be a new fashion era.’

Greenwood goes on to tell me of her ambitions outside the show, saying that she’d like to do some theatre - at Anna Chancellor’s encouragement. And what of time outside work? What does a rising star from East London like to do when she’s not on duty?

‘I love East london; I go to Hoxton and Shoreditch a lot. I like going to doesn’t grab a clutch of awards - it seems to Brick Lane for a curry.’ have captured people’s imagination with a That upbeat, optimistic note is the same that fantastic cast. Romola Garai as gifted producer sounds whenever Greenwood’s character Sissy Bel Rowley, Ben Whishaw as idealistic reporter is on-screen, and I can’t help but feel we’ll be Freddie Lyon, Dominic West as womanising seeing more of both of them in the future. This presenter Hector Madden, Anna Chancellor as young East Ender’s finest hour is clearly still Lix Storm... to come.

‘Completely,’ says Greenwood, ‘I thought I wouldn’t get to work with talent like that The Hour Complete Series 1 and 2 Box Set, for years! Ben is an amazing actor - I watch £19.99; amazon.co.uk him on playback and am so drawn to him in

“I feel so privileged to have worked on such a credible show” there aren’t as many now. Sissy is an East Ender too, though I’d say she is more naive or sweet than me.’ A pause, then: ‘Not that I’m saying I’m not sweet!’

Two particularly inviting aces up the show’s sleeve, I say, are the fact that it is written by a woman (Abi Morgan, of The Iron Lady and Shame fame) and that it sheds retrospective light on the role of women in the workplace at the time. And then there’s the fabulous attention to period detail.

Lisa agrees.

‘We filmed in Hornsey Town Hall, which has retained some original fifties features, but they transformed it - the entire set was in the building - a couple of steps would take you from the office reception to a Soho nightclub. They should do tours of the place!’ The show sounds like a real pleasure to work on.

‘Oh yes,’ she says, ‘I feel so privileged to have worked on such a credible show - it’s been Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated and the second series has now aired in America.’

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Ronan Chen

The second Ronan Chen boutique has now launched in Finchley following the success of the West End original. The new concept store in Temple Fortune welcomed the designer himself plus stars of the TV show Jewish Mums of the Year.

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The girls with Ronen Chen

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DFA party at South Place Hotel

Hip record label DFA is also now rather venerable, so it was no surprise to see a sophisticatedly stylish crowd – including London electro heroes Hot Chip – gather to dance to tunes selected by label stars LCD Soundsystem’s own Nancy Whang.

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In its 15th year, the Awards were created in 1998 by Raindance to celebrate merit and achievement in independently funded British filmmaking – as well as to honour new talent and to promote British films and filmmaking to a wider public. This year, the awards took place at the City’s Old Billingsgate Market and were hosted by actor James Nesbitt.

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1. ROBERTO CAVALLI Printed wool blend jersey dress, £745; net-a-porter.com 2. OFFICE Dilly Dally, £65; office.co.uk 3. ERDEM Libby hand-embroidered duchess satin dress £1,680; brownsfashion.com 4. ERDEM Irene floral printed silk dress, £1,035; brownsfashion.com 5. MEXICANA Bonnie embroidered Leather Cowboy Boots, £455; brownsfashion.com 6. TOPSHOP Tall co-ord floral blazer, £68; topshop.com 7. MARY KATRANTZOU Printed silk pencil skirt, £620; net-aporter.com 8. ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Floral Jacquard Stretch Knit Dress, £1,025; brownsfashion.com 19

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Leading the charge for a new and better menswear future, Private White V.C. strike style gold every time. Masters of heritage outerwear and knits, their clothing is the best way we can think of to do battle with Britain’s annual big freeze.

55 Lambs Conduit Street, WC1N; privatewhitevc.com

NATIONAL TREASURE

Burberry, the prestigious super-brand loves Britain; it must do, or it wouldn’t keep spoiling us with such masterful reinventions of classic outerwear. Take this Prorsum quilted jacket for example: warm and shower-proof with gold fittings, it strikes just the right balance between chic and substantial. £1,395, matchesfashion.com

FLYING HIGH Fans of revivalist menswear will love this spin on the forties aviator jacket, which uses heavy-duty tan leather. French brand Ami are ones to watch this year, with each collection building on and bettering the one before. Prepare for take-off. £poa; amiparis.fr

URBAN EXPLORER The modern gent’s life is a grand adventure, so kit up in the best of intrepid fashion

WHEEL DEAL

High street titan H&M has teamed up with local custom cycle store and fixed gear front-runners Brick Lane Bikes to create a capsule collection of rather nifty bikewear - and it’s all manufactured as part of the Swedish company’s ‘Conscious Foundation’ initiative, which uses sustainable materials and ethical production techniques. Expect vintage inspiration and contemporary performance - just the thing for an urban adventurer zipping around town. Available from March 13; hm.com

HANDS ON

Gloves: so necessary and yet such a nuisance. If only we could find some that combined premium quality with perfect fit... oh, wait here they are. Red Wing’s buckskin leather gloves feature a tailored Keystone thumb and elasticated wrist to ensure minimum slippage and maximum grip. What’s more, the supple leather outers are lined with fleece and comfy Thinsulate, so they’re snug as well as strong. £50, 140 Shoreditch High Street, E1; present-london.com

BOOT CAMP

Pointer know how to do durable, and these Calum boots are fit for long days on the march. Boasting top-notch leather uppers and a resistant rubber sole, they’re also fully lined to keep your feet toasty. Step out without worry, whatever the weather. £poa; pointerfootwear.com

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CHILL FACTOR

As the Big Freeze makes its way over to our fair isles, Ted Baker has a plan of action to stave off the wintry rime. The winter essentials range from faux fur collars and knitted snoods to a pair of delightful Chelsea welly boots. The coats come double-breasted, in quilted leather and faux fur shrug varieties; we especially love the Heritage (pictured) and the long wrap coat, in which we can imagine acting like quite the glamorous snow queen.

Unit 5, 38 Canada Square, E14; tedbaker.com

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All hail Toast, for turning out aspiring winter garb minus the granny factor. Wearing fingerless gloves and snoods needn’t be unstylish, nor must it call to mind chestnuts roasting over a burnt-out oil drum. We’re gaga over the rich fabrics, Fair Isle patterns, Pippi Longstocking cable-knit socks and snow boots. The shearling coat is a beauty too - and not in the least bit Del Boy. 133 Upper Street, N1; toast.co.uk

Islington based shoe designer Emmy makes beautiful, handcrafted shoes, specialising in bridal and bespoke designs. Seeing as the latest film adaptation of The Great Gatsby has us hankering after drop-waisted dresses of the sequined variety, we’ll need some fancy footwear to match if we’re to do the Charleston in style.

Elizabeth in Jet, poa; emmyshoes.co.uk

North London based Studio Harlen create a range of graphically adorned printed and leather accessories. The duo behind the label share similar aesthetic principles from there it was just a short step to uniting their creative talents and making accessories that combine standout graphic print with minimal design.

The first collection, Erno, features prints inspired by Brutalist architecture and uses hand-sourced local materials. studioharlen.com

FLAG IT UP

The GG Flag Collection is an exclusive line of t-shirts and accessories designed by Gucci’s Creative Director Frida Giannini to mark the launch of UNICEF’s Schools for Asia initiative. Gucci will make an inaugural donation of $350,000 in the name of the Gucci Children’s Collection to support UNICEF education programs in the provinces of Yunnan and Chongqing in China; additionally, 25 per cent of the retail price of each GG Flag Collection item sold will be donated to provide further support to UNICEF’s Schools for Africa and Schools for Asia education initiatives. The items bear an interlocking GG logo, with the colours of different flags from around the world. Limited edition items at Gucci, Royal Exchange, EC3 23

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VELVET SHIRT, £555, BY PAUL SMITH; VELVET TROUSERS, £375 ,BY PAUL SMITH, SILVER PLATED BIB NECKLACE WITH TURQUOISE, £400, BY DANNIJO, LEATHER; STUD SHOES, £595, BY JOSEPH

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In a Glamorous looks to suit all ocassions Photography by Sarah Creswell Styling by Claire Bucknell

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NAVY SILK AND NEOPRENE DRESS, £650, BY SPORTMAX; LEATHER AND NEON LEATHER SHOES, £430, BY WALTER STEIGER; 18CT YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, £22,926, BY YOUMNA

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SEQUINED COTTON DRESS COAT, £2,300, BY NICOLE FARHI; BROWN LEATHER BELT, £65, BY NICOLE FARHI;STRETCH LYCRA THIGH HIGH BOOTS, £675,

BY WALTER STEIGER; 18CT YELLOW GOLD EARRINGS, £1,762, BY YOUMNA

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LIGHT PINK SATIN CREPE DRESS, £730, BY PAULE KA; MICRO MOSAIC EARRINGS WITH PINK TOURMALINE, LOLITE AND DIAMONDS SET IN 18CT YELLOW GOLD, BY NOURBEL & LE CAVELIER

STYLED BY CLAIRE BUCKNELL, CLAIREBUCKNELL.COM PHOTOGRAPHER: SARAH CRESWELL AT ERA MANAGEMENT HAIR AND MAKEUP: WENDY TURNER AT NAKED ARTISTS USING COSMETICS A LA CARTE AND L’OREAL PARIS ELNETTE HAIRSPRAY MODEL: BROOKE AT SELECT ASPINAL OF LONDON, 0845 052 6900, ASPINALOFLONDON.COM DANNIJO, DANNIJO.COM JOSEPH, 020 7823 9500, JOSEPH.CO.UK HARVEY NICHOLS, HARVEYNICHOLS.COM MILLY, MILLYNY.COM NICOLE FARHI, 020 7499 8368, NICOLEFARHI.COM NOURBEL & LE CAVELIER, NOURBEL-LECAVELIER.COM PAUL SMITH, 0800 023 4006, PAUL SMITH.CO.UK PAULE KA, 020 7823 4180 SPORTMAX, 020 7518 8010 VALENTINO, 020 7235 5855, VALENTINO.COM WALTER STEIGER, WALTERSTEIGER.COM YOUMNA, YOUMNA.COM

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Luxury Fitted Wardrobes Luxury Fitted Wardrobes Walk-in Walk-inWardrobes Wardrobes

Neatsmith specialises in the manufacture and installation of bespoke sliding door Neatsmith specialises in the manufacture and installation of bespoke sliding door wardrobes, walk-in and bedroom furniture wardrobes, walk-inwardrobes wardrobes and bedroom furniture ShowroomsininLondon London - -Staples Corner and Teddington Two Two Showrooms Staples Corner and Teddington www.neatsmith.co.uk or or call 1956 595 595 www.neatsmith.co.uk call0800 0800 1956

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TRIYOGA

Sweat and stretch or relax and rejuvenate at Triyoga, London’s finest yoga and wellness destination. With yoga and pilates classes for all levels, deluxe treatments ranging from massage and acupuncture to physiotherapy and organic facials, an organic café and lifestyle shop, you will find yourself looking great and feeling even better in 2013.

Try 2 weeks of unlimited yoga for just £20 and receive 20% off all beginners courses this summer in Primrose Hill.

6 Erskine Road, NW3, 020 7483 3344; triyoga.co.uk; info@triyoga.co.uk

New Year New You!

Need inspiration for your new year’s resolution? Shortcut to a brand new you with our pick of the best local health and beauty hot spots THE LABORATORY SPA & HEALTH CLUB:

HEALTH CLUB OF THE YEAR 2012 Luxury, style, space and elegance create the perfect environment to escape the many pressures of a hectic London life.

Relaxation is essential to both the body and mind and the Laboratory Spa and Health Club provides a gateway to undisputed tranquillity. The Laboratory boasts an effortless and peaceful ambience and were the winners of UK Health Club of the Year 2012 (National Fitness Awards) - ‘A quality club providing style and substance!’

The Avenue, Muswell Hill, London, N10 2QE, 020 8482 3000; labspa.co.uk

KOBKUN THAI THERAPY

If you had a hard-working and exhausting year - then a relaxing massage is the best way to recharge the batteries. At Kobkun Thai Therapy, there’s a special seasonal offer available right now: buy five treatment sessions and get an hour completely free. Check the website for more information.

93 Upper Street, N1, 020 7288 8702 and 101 Essex Road, N1, 020 7288 2974; kobkun.net 30

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NEW CLASSES FOR 2013!

Kinetic Pilates is offering group equipment classes starting in January 2013.

As the classes are for three people and performed on the wall units, they offer clients a chance to get better acquainted with the equipment in a semi-private session, which ensures pelnty of personal attention. The classes are great value for money at £25 each.

Kinetic Pilates 4 Ossian Mews London, N4 4DT; 07889 146857; kineticpilates.com; info@kineticpilates.com

LIFE COACHING AT SHINE ON THE GREEN

Looking for change in 2013? Life Coach Andy Paice is passionate about helping people to make the changes they need in order to discover their unique path and innate wellbeing. Using various tools, he helps people to take the empowering actions that create fulfilling lives – personally and professionally. Shine’s unique hair/health/beauty team are dedicated to the ‘look good, feel great’ ethos and are open 7 days a week. All appointments with Andy Paice are £45.

52 Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 and 20 Newington Green, N16, 020 7241 2065; shineholistic.co.uk, naturalinsightcoaching.com

KIESER TRAINING

Addressing specific back, neck and joint problems and offering tailored independent training to build muscle strength, Kieser can help members train for sport and prevent problems such as osteoporosis in later life.

80% of those with chronic back problems have made ‘good’ or ‘very good’ progress with Kieser’s Medical Strength Training and MST programmes.

For more information on sessions, contact Greater London House, Hampstead Road, NW1 7DF, 020 7391 9980; kieser-training.co.uk

LONDON SCHOOL OF BEAUTY

If you want to know the secrets behind the professional skills of make-up, why not enrol at one of the most prestigious schools in London. The Foundation Make-up Certificate Course at London School of Beauty & Makeup covers day, evening, bridal and special occasion styles; available full-time, part-time or home study. For those who would like to discover the process in high fashion Makeup Artistry, take a look at their Photographic and Media Make-up Diploma.

18-19 Long Lane, London EC1A, 020 7776 9767; beauty-school.co.uk

LOTUS CLINIC

A NEW YOU FROM HEAD TO TOE! Lotus Clinic has a wide range of treatments from skin rejuvenation and smile make-overs to laser hair removal. We exclusively offer the new celebrity craze – the Zerona Laser fat loss treatment, straight from America, which allows you to lose up to 8 inches of fat. Enjoy the January special with 50 % off Laser hair removal and half price teeth whitening for only £150.

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New Year - New -

Smooth You! With the party season over, its time to celebrate the New Year by focusing on YOU! Restore your skin, revamp your hair and make it your New Years Resolution to indulge yourself – because your worth it!

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Silius) continue to push boundaries with their range of body metal adornments. The latest to take the fancy of performance artists and fashionistas are their handmade nails. Available in a range of sizes and designs, the daring statement pieces are cast and electroformed to perfection. So much so, in fact, that they were paraded down the catwalk at the AW12 Thierry Mugler show in Paris. Point taken.

See selection at kabiri.co.uk

The fine art of staying beautiful...

Editor’s

Pick Waxing Lyrical … although it’s not a wax, not a paste and not a

cream. Sumotech from Bumble and Bumble is a midweight ‘moulding compound’ combining the properties of all three of the above: how miraculous. Good for short styles, it won’t overwhelm fine hair and is also suited to highly textural cuts. Step out with a slicked-back look, or with a flick or a twisted quiff for an edgier touch. £21.50; bumbleandbumble.co.uk

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AGE-ERASERS

Dr Sebagh Platinum Gold Elixir boosts synthesis of collagen with 134 enriching active ingredients. Among them are metallic nanoparticles of gold and platinum to help your skin fight the signs of aging. 4 x 100ml, £395; drsebagh.com

THE NEW FACIAL The Biologique Recherche Soin Lissant

Facial, exclusive to EF Medispa, incorporates a unique application technique that uses sculpting movements and pulsing strokes to revitalise stressed or traumatised skin. It’s a seven-step process that sees a remodelling facial machine lift and strengthen facial muscles. Talk about serious face time.

Starting at £250, 69 St John’s Wood High Street, NW8; efmedispa.com An opulent anti-wrinkle serum, Perfectionist [CP + R] serum delivers fast, effective reduction of lines thanks to innovative CPR-75 technology.

30ml for £50; esteelauder.co.uk

From integrative skincare brand Merumaya comes this Iconic Youth Serum. An antiageing mix with anti-blemish ingredients, it’s perfect for those whose skin has opposing needs.

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Joseph Pilates Get a stronger back, a flatter stomach and a suppler, younger body at our stunning studio

020 7288 8080

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Superb teachers. Superb facilities. Superb location.

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MR MOTIVATOR Not only is 639 super chic - its high-density rubber floor separates into zones for cross-training (from the 10-metre track to agility ladder and rings) but the personal trainer services are boosted by the use of The Lab - a repository of scientific information to help maximise training. The team’s specialist knowledge ranges from boxing and martial arts to prehab and rehab drills, aesthetic dance and movement to gymnastic conditioning. And if that won’t get you motivated, we seriously don’t know what will. six3nine.com

Feeling good The latest health and fitness trends

DETOX KITCHEN LET IT GLOW

Yoga for the soul? Good Vibes celebrated its first birthday recently, marking a year of great fitness classes - but it’s their yoga that has us most excited. Harnessing the power of Europe’s first infra-red studio, the warm room allows muscles to heat up quickly for a more fluid practice. There are specialist classes for runners and cyclists, Yang and Yin yoga by candlelight or Bliss classes - which offer deliciously restorative workshops. There’s even an online tracker which tells you how many downward dogs have been formed in the week. £30 for the one-month introductory offer; goodvibesfitness.co.uk

A detox programme that celebrates what you can have rather than what you can’t? Bravo! A mélange of brilliantly fresh, organic, imaginative ingredients you may have forgotten about, with no nasties... all that’s missing are the things that make you feel bloated, blotchy or listless (like wheat, caffeine, red meat, refined sugar, alcohol and dairy). Time to load up on those crannie b’s...

From £29.99 a day; thedetoxkitchen.com

SVELT MELT Having launched its iconic HotPants and technology-enhanced activewear

in 2011, Zaggora has now introduced two new body-sculpting treatments: Svelt Melt, a toning and contouring gel packed with encapsulated caffeine and menthol, red pepper extract, peptides and green bean seed extract, and Motion Lotion, a hydrating and firming cream infused with encapsulated caffeine and menthol, nourishing Inca Inchi oil, lupin seed extract and shea butter. Promoting the breakdown of fat cells, the products are best used alongside the pants to reduce the appearance of cellulite. The new year is looking perky... Both £35, boots.com

Looking up The Zero Seven practice in Clerkenwell offers cosmetic dermal fillers as well numerous high-

quality dental treatments. Restylane, which was created to quickly and easily correct imperfections and wrinkles, is injected with a very fine needle, penetrating beneath the surface, working to boost the skin’s natural structure by pushing it up and evening it out. It therefore quickly restores a more youthful, smooth appearance: how very uplifting.

7 St John Street, EC1; zero-seven.co.uk 35

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Winning smile Angela Sacre trials the ingenious Waterlase method at Pure Periodontics

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um disease (or periodontitis) is no rarity, even in the our enlightened times, and if left untreated it can lead to bleeding gums, receding gums and even loss of teeth. I didn’t fancy any of that – but I can’t say I was much tempted by the traditional, surgical approaches to offsetting such problems, either. Which is why I booked an appointment with Pure Periodontics, specialists in nonsurgical periodontics and pioneers of the Waterlase treatment.

The method involves using high tech lasers – rather than the dreaded dentist’s drill – to remove debris and bacteria from between the teeth, dispatch bad gum tissue and even reshape healthy gums in order to improve and enhance the smile.

And unlike the (frankly terrifying) drill, the Waterlase technology minimises bleeding and post-op swelling, so there’s no need to leave the dentist’s feeling like

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your mouth has been mauled.

Pure Periodontics are General Dental Council-certified periodontists and masters of the Waterlase – and it shows.

From the outset, I’m kept well-informed of the nature of the procedure, and lying back with my jaws agape I notice my heart isn’t beating at the usual ‘dentist’s chair’ rate. In short, I can’t imagine a friendlier and more relaxing environment in which to undergo what can seem in advance like a very unnerving treatment. Better still, unlike a mechanical drill, the laser’s lack of heat, vibration and pressure really does make it all much smoother, calmer and less painful. Lasers have long been the gold standard for many medical and cosmetic procedures, and the Waterlase was approved for use in hard tissue treatments by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1998. Since then, it has been cleared for many additional dental procedures, and thousands of dentists around the world have used it millions of times with less

need for unpleasant shots, anaesthetics, drills and numb lips. Perhaps the best thing about Waterlase is that it removes the need for squeamishness about gum disease and the treatment thereof – which is important, because periodontitis can contribute to (and be caused by) a host of wider issues such as diabetes, heart disease and smoking. Many of us suffer without knowing why.

It also helps that Pure Periodontics are experts in the field: my treatment was a walk in the park compared to experiences I’ve had in the past. I left the practice with a healthier, happier mouth to prove it – and I didn’t even need to be referred in order to benefit; I just called and booked an appointment. In fact, all adult patients of Pure Periodontics receive a comprehensive annual evaluation of their gums, helping to nip nasty problems in the bud. A modern and holistic approach to oral hygiene, and one well worth looking into.

7 St John Street, EC1; pureperio.com

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SUSHISAMBA BEST FOR: INVENTIVE CUISINE

This NY establishment has crossed the pond to open its first international outpost in our fair city. At last! The concept? A unique fusion of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisine, music and design – a tri-cultural coalition, inspired by the mass migration of the Japanese to South America’s coffee plantations in the early 20th century. Sushisamba has achieved a culinary coup de maître, dishing up indigenous dishes as well as innovative combinations such as sashimi seviche and tuna tataki. Japanese is always a good bet for a healthy graze – a random sweep of the menu reveals such tantalising concoctions as yellowtail taquitos (lemongrass, avocado, aji panca miso, lime), heritage tomato and seaweed salad and wagu gyoza (courgette purée and su-shoyo dipping sauce). Dishes are pricey, but this is superlative dining atop Heron Tower, the city’s tallest skyscraper.

Heron Tower, 110 Bishopsgate, EC2; sushisamba.com

Brand new start...

Absolutely rounds up the best healthconscious restaurants the area has to offer. Bon santé!

THE FOLLY

BEST FOR: CALORIE CONTROL

This botany-themed restaurant is really geared towards those on a health-kick. The tape measure symbol tagged to some of the items on the menu denotes meals under 500 calories, but don’t be put off: the food is uncompromisingly good. You can max out on flavour (but not calories) by ordering your burgers carb-free or sticking to one of the delicious skinny cocktails. The Folly is not about dieting; the menu is way too long and appetising for that – reading like a souped-up, particularly flavoursome diner. It’s almost impossible to choose between the likes of Maryland buttermilk chicken burger, tuna po-boy or a Californian hot smoked salmon salad. The schtick is that the option to eat healthily is there if you want it. Despite London’s most cultivated culinary exploits, sometimes it’s way too hard to find a decent salad – finally some Cali-style health-freak ingredients in the capital.

Join The Folly this month for their ‘slim or sin’ offer, see web for details. 41 Gracechurch Street, EC3; thefollybar.co.uk 38

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OTTOLENGHI

BEST FOR: FRESH AND VARIED PRODUCE

Salads are usually a menu after-thought: either overpriced and insubstantial or huge with an overbearing mishmash of incompatible ingredients, swimming in sauce. Thankfully, Ottolenghi redresses the balance with a dedicated, mouth-watering, taste-therainbow array of buffet salads, flaunting extensive and unusual ingredients all bursting with natural goodness. Red quinoa, sesame seed rice and mashed yellow split peas with Tunisian corn salsa are just some of the flavours on offer – putting over-cooked spinach and blanched lettuce leaves to shame.

Much of the veg comes chargrilled or roasted with a generous helping of nuts. The Ottolenghi book Plenty has become something of a modern kitchen bible; the follow-up, Jerusalem, looks set to achieve the same ubiquity. Salads need never be boring again.

287 Upper Street, N1; ottolenghi.co.uk

THE GATE

BEST FOR: VEGGIE FINE DINING

The abundant use of different vegetables means you’ll get a good stab at your five-aday at The Gate. The owners of the legendary Hammersmith restaurant (frequently lauded as London’s best) brought their own brand of nutritious dishes to Islington last year and the menu reads like a health-foodie’s heaven – expect high-energy ingredients and some wham-bam combos (courgette flowers, wasabi potato cake, confit artichoke salad, aubergine teriyaki). There are also vegan and gluten-free options as well as brunch and mezze menus if you’re looking for a lighter lunch. There’s really no excuse now for a fast food blowout; golden food begone, colourful grub is on our new healthy agenda.

370 St John Street, EC1; thegaterestaurants.com

PLANET ORGANICA

BEST FOR: TAKE OUT

From 1st January, the Lemon Detox Box will be available from Planet Organic. The three day food boxes are ideal for a full fast or a variation which includes eating one ultra healthy meal a day. It includes Madal Bal natural tree syrup, organic lemons and ginger and three detox-friendly recipes.

10 Devonshire Square, EC2; order online at planetorganic.com

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Proud Cabaret City

With a new head chef on board, the traditional dishes at Proud City Cabaret’s supper club have been given a modern twist. Starters of parsnip, honey and coconut soup with truffle oil and crushed hazelnuts, pig’s cheek and chorizo ravioli sit alongside classic mains like pan-fried fillet of sea-bream and roasted chicken breast.

The desserts are as equally tantalising, with big flavours like brioche bread and butter pudding with orange zest and Madagascan vanilla or chocolate crème brûlée with crystalised popping candy topping the menu. Yum. 1 Mark Lane, EC3; proudcabaretcity.co.uk

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DISCO BISTRO

Pipsdish Why do we love this pop-up? All the

activity takes place behind the red doors of an old Citroën garage brimming with original 1950s features like car ramps, a vaulted ceiling and concrete oil pits. The space is decked out with founder, food writer and cook Philip Dundas’ vintage furniture and crockery – and Dundas has even launched the ‘Kitchen Table Project’ with some of the proceeds from the pop-up feeding groups of elderly locals for free.

We commend you, kind sir!

133B Upper Street, N1; pipsdish.co.uk

An exciting new culinary residency from itinerant chef Carl Clarke, Disco Bistro EC4 makes its home at The Rising Sun (along the Dickensian alleyway fabled as the meeting spot of Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators) until April. The restaurant offers the full dining experience albeit with ‘proper boozer’ roots, and is Clarke’s first solo project since previous pop-up hits the Rock Lobsta Bar, Thomas Keller spoof The English Launderette and the punk jubilee-inspired God Save the Clam. At Disco Bistro EC4, a guest chef will take the reins of a monthly Saturday dinner service, ensuring an ongoing series of new experiences, while the main dining room has been designed with the aid of British artist and lighting designer Alex Randall, of surrealist light installation and taxidermy fame. The second, smaller

room is curated by Lassco, London’s premier architectural salvage company, who have modelled the room on a quirky Georgian pantry. Vintage tables and reclaimed Routemaster bus chairs add to the humorous, fun and punk-infused theme.

The Rising Sun, 61 Carter Lane, EC4; discobistroec4.co.uk

The Wallace Collection Renowned restaurateur Oliver Peyton (of Peyton and Byrne fame) has

taken budding chef Ivan Simeoli under his wing for a new food venture.

Simeoli is to head up The Wallace Restaurant, having moved over from Massimo Bottura’s three Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana in Italy. Guests are invited to enjoy seasonal game in the restaurant’s breathtaking atrium, lush with plants and dotted with works of sculpture. A truly unique experience - and the excellent staff definitely know their snipe from their woodcock.

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PIZZA EAST HIGHGATE

79 Highgate Road, NW5, 020 3310 2010; pizzaeast.com/pizza-east-kentish-town Mantra Real good pizza and rustic Tuscan treats.

What’s the deal? If you can tear yourself away from tearing up slices, it’s worth trying the wood ovenbaked specialties. Try the hot cinnamon sugared doughnuts with Amedei chocolate sauce; they’re little amazeballs.

Why should you go? Happy Mondays: 50% off all day, including alcohol (if you can handle it on a Monday). It’s a steal..

FORMANS Stour Road, Fish Island E3 2NT 020 8525 2365

BUNDU KHAN 43 Commercial Street E1 6BD 020 7375 2595

DISHOOM 77 Boundary Street E2 7JE 020 7420 9324

HARRY MORGANS 29-31 St John’s Wood High Street NW8 7NH 020 7722 1869 MEAT PEOPLE 4-6 Essex Road N1 8LN 020 7359 5361

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MEM & LAZ 8 Therberton Street N1 8LN 020 7704 9089

Burger and Lobster 40 St John Street, EC1; burgerandlobster.com

The Crunch Does what it says on the tin. The third outpost of this popular surf ‘n’ turf has shacked up in Farringdon. On the menu are simply burgers, lobster and lobster roll (served on a buttery brioche with yummy wasabi mayo); or you can pick a platter of all three to share with chips, salad and extras such as cheese and bacon.

Fish Market 4 Inverness Street, NW1;

Simply Fish 4 Inverness Street, NW1;

The Crunch Bringing the virtues of the seaside to the city by way of a tarted-up fish and chip shop restaurant. Part of the Old Bengal Warehouse complex converted by D&D Restaurants into a mega-complex of dining, drinking and retail, this is one of two restaurants on the site, the other being New Street Grill.

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The Crunch Less of the crunch; all the menu entries are on the slippery side. This new eatery in Camden is set on bringing affordable, healthy and sustainable fish to the masses, with the latest catches cooked how you like. Pick your fish, your cooking method, your preferred sauce and accompaniment – and there are specials and platters to choose from, too.

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SU SAZZAGONI 136 Lauriston Road E9 7LH 020 8985 8448

THE ROTISSERIE 87 Allitsen Road NW8 7AS 020 7722 7444

LA COLLINA 17 Princess Road NW1 8JR 020 7483 0192

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JOHN SALT 131 Upper Street N1 1QP 020 7359 7501

XOXO 74 Upper Street N1 0NY 020 7226 6799

The Pig and Butcher Pub

80 Liverpool Road, N1, 020 7226 8304; thepigandbutcher.co.uk

Mantra Crackling good grub What’s the deal? A truly beautiful pub, done out in rustic style with farmhouse tables. The main attraction is the food (meat straight from the farm, butchered, cured and smoked on site, fish straight from the boat) but with a very long wine and beer list, it’s also a decent urban-country watering-hole in which to sink a pint or two.

Why should you go? The original pub structure was built in the mid-1800s on what were once fields used by farmers to rest their livestock before they were sent to Smithfield’s Meat Market. A little dose of history with your tipple of choice.

FIFTY FIVE BAR & LOUNGE 31 Jamestown Road NW1 7DB 020 7424 9054

PROUD CAMDEN The Horse Hospital NW1 8AH 0207 482 3867

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The Vibe Featuring the inhouse Beavertown brewery, specialties include such moreish brews as Neck Oil, 8 Ball (a big and bold rye) and Smog Rocket (dark and robust smoked porter). The name Beavertown comes from the old Cockney name given to the historic de Beauvoir area. Head to the website for some handy beer and food pairing suggestions.

The Vibe The chaps over at the brewery have been burning the midnight oil to get their new tap-room ready. Behind the bar, you can get the freshest brewery beers and a selection of spirits and snacks. Food is

by The Foragers – check out the-foragers.com – and every weekend they serve a range of dishes made with ingredients hand-picked by the chefs.

The Vibe A new neighbourhood bar from the guys behind The Owl and Pussycat, who have joined forces with Ben Spalding (ex-head chef at Roganic) to open a 25-seat restaurant. Soulshakers have taken over the bar, with a draught range that showcases the best of local as well as global breweries – plus, the music is curated by the lovely folk behind Victoria Park’s Field Day festival.

33 Downham Road, N1; dukesbrewandque.com

365-366 Warburton Street, E8; londonfieldsbrewery.co.uk

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THE WELLS 30 Well Walk NW3 1BX 020 7794 3785

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On a roll Gareth Fitzgerald discovers a raw steal at Hampstead’s favourite sushi bar

B I Need a Dollar Allen Hutchinson boozes it up at the cocktail-loving grill house

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ollar Grills and Martinis presides over a busy corner of Exmouth Market, a foodie-favoured part of Clerkenwell perfectly situated between the hipster hotbed of East London and the West End. The restaurant itself is all Vegas bling, brimming with sumptuous velvet reds, gleaming golds and glossy blacks.

The lighting is splendidly moody, the chandeliers casting a dim glow over the Americana on the walls. The 1964 Audrey Hepburn vehicle Paris When It Sizzles plays discreetly in the background, and the overall effect is a fun, relaxed atmosphere with a buzzy clientele comprised of everything from pretty young guys and dolls to families and curious tourists.

But what about the chow? Well, as its name suggests, Dollar is all grill… so think meat, meat, meat. Vegetarians are catered for – but they’re not the target audience. Burgers are your best bet and there’s a fine selection on offer, from classics involving bacon and cheese to the more adventurous Lucy Lucy, which comes with quince jelly, or the Bellagio, which features Parma ham, spinach, mozzarella and chilli jam.

All are served on a rich, glazed brioche bun.

I plumped for the Wagyu burger, a classy cut of cattle served with Monterey Jack cheese

and white truffled mushrooms. My companion decided to sample a 20oz fillet steak - both were fantastic. The meat on offer is grain-fed USDAcertified prime beef hailing from Nebraska, and because of the open kitchen you can watch the steaks and patties sizzling and smoking from the comfort of your table.

Cocktails are central to the dining experience, with Dollar proving once again that beef and booze make perfect bedfellows.

There’s something for every taste, from wise guy and dame to average Joe, and friendly staff are on hand to guide you through the beguiling menu. Every beverage we sampled was delicious, but we were particularly fond of the signature Porn Star Martini - as well as the more classic Sazerac. A downstairs bar is home to a team of mixologists charged with creating these concoctions - and is a great place to continue the party after dinner.

London and the burger seem to be well and truly smitten with each other at the moment, and a growing host of eateries are trying to carve out a niche for themselves in what’s obviously a crowded market. By outclassing cheesy chains and short-lived pop-ups alike, Dollar rises above the rabble – and provides a perfect night out.

right, airy and modern, West Hampstead’s Feng Sushi restaurant is a warming antidote to a cold and rainy Thursday night, the calming glimmer of its aquarium – not to mention the restorative effects of its sparkling sake – ensuring the atmosphere is cheery and welcoming.

My companion and I are no strangers to the brand, having attended a Feng Sushi sushi-making class in the spring. Now was our chance to sit back, relax and sample a broad range of what Feng Sushi has to offer.

The salads and edamame dishes are worth remarking upon – with the x-ray salad serving as a fine example of the restaurant’s flair for blending unusual combinations of marvellously fresh ingredients - think peppers, pomegranate, edamame, avocado and a spicy sauce with chives. The miso edamame, meanwhile, give new meaning to the term ‘moreish’, and the tender sashimi is cut wonderfully thick.

There is no scrimping where portions are concerned – Feng Sushi really does represent excellent value for money in comparison to the scanty amounts that some other quality Japanese restaurants provide (at twice the price). And the food is great: our scallop and chilli kicked like a mule and the tempura were excellent, with the rock shrimp being the pick of the bunch.

There are also lots of special dishes on the menu, which work well for sharing and through which we were guided with enthusiasm and expertise by our waiter.

All the fish is sustainably sourced, and the intimate surroundings are more than conducive to conversation. My companion and I stayed late into the evening, enjoying the sake a little too much, perhaps – but eventually stepping out into the night full of healthy and invigorating food.

1 Adelaide Road, NW3; fengsushi.co.uk

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Thabto (which stands for ‘two heads are better than one’) specialise in quirky and original homeware and accessories.

If you’re not a traditionalist when it comes to interior schemes, then you won’t get more of an ice breaker than their bonkers sunglasses mirror. Spec-tacular. £200; thabto.co.uk

Interior Inspirations Gemma Billington rounds up the best trends, designers and local gems

MINI MASTERPIECE

There’s still time to check out Mini Modern’s first ever popup ‘shoppe’ at East London’s Supernice, which runs until the end of February.

They’ve added a characteristic splash of colour and geometric shapes to the basement of the store; look no further for some new year inspiration.

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The distinctive and inimitable designs of Orla Kiely have popped up on everything from mugs to clothing and cosmetics. Heal’s have the best range of Orla Kiely homeware and furniture, and her retro bed linen will never go out of fashion. From £28; heals.co.uk

The Bisque Radiator company in Belsize Park specialises in a variety of different and uniquely designed radiators and extractor fans. From the Cobra-Therm Towel Radiator to the Archibald (in the shape of a set of clothes hangers), we absolutely love the ingenious palette range; cheer up an otherwise neutral room with a rainbow-bright pop of colour or a demure pastel shade.

244 Belsize Road, NW6; bisque.co.uk

BOUTIQUE OF THE MONTH: HERITAGE LONDON

There are hundreds of interiors stores in the Angel area... but there’s always room for one more.

Heritage London is a new store on Pentonville Road offering quintessentially British luxury decor – think decanters, silver picture frames, glass ornaments and antler candle holders – without the designer price tag. Welcome to the neighbourhood! Unit 1 Angel House, 20-32 Pentonville Road, N1; heritage-london.com 53

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Tell us about Luna & Curious; what’s the company’s background?

Luna & Curious was established in 2006 as a collectively run store where a group of designers could sell their own work. We now sell over forty different designers and specialise in British manufacture. The store is run by ceramic designers Polly George, Kaoru Parry of welovekaoru and jewellery designer Rheanna Lingham.

The trio now work on joint design projects.

Where do you source the ‘curios’ that make up the shop?

In many different places; we sell designers that don’t sell anywhere else and produce work as a hobby. We have many people approach us, but we explore exhibitions and scour blogs to find exciting products.

What, in your opinion, constitutes ‘good design’?

Something that has been fully thought through from beginning to end. Where the product is made is extremely important, that the product is made in a place that is highly skilled, not just the cheapest.

Good design is elusive, not one thing; it comes together when every small part is right.

How important to you was having a gallery space in the boutique?

It was a really fun way to create a buzz and introduce more people to our store on Calvert Avenue. We thrive on collaboration and we now have a full time resident in our gallery, Barry the

Barber. Barry has a beautiful old-fashioned space, offering traditional barber services.

Who designed the shop floor?

It was a collaborative process; we did all the work ourselves with great help from husbands, parents and friends. The fittings were generally found or donated and the space has grown out of this ethos. The umbrella light fittings were the brainchild of our art director friend Rob Nichols.

What are your bestselling products?

Our Mermaid Tail Sleeping Bag by The Miniature Knit Shop, Tower Bridge Monumini by Another Studio, Beetle Wing Necklace by Rheanna Lingham.

Also our Londow Willow plate by welovekaoru, Salt & Pepper Pigs Trotters by Luna & Curious, Cresshead by Polly George and Gold Handcuffed Bear by Momocreatura.

the shop one sunny Sunday afternoon. Our design ethos is similar; we both have a flavour of British eccentricity! That led to us designing the bespoke crockery for the Mad Hatter’s afternoon tea.

What other interesting projects have you been involved with?

We also run Semi Automatic at St Martins Lane, a giant vending machine in The Sanderson’s sister hotel.

What does the future hold for the company?

More Luna & Curious lines, jewellery, hats and silk scarves, all made in the UK. 24-26 Calvert Avenue, E2; lunaandcurious.com

Why did you choose the Shoreditch location?

We set up on Brick Lane as we all lived in the area.

We needed bigger premises and as soon as we set our eyes on the beautiful Arnold Circus location, we knew we had found our new home. It is a magical part of East London.

How did the collaboration with the Sanderson Boutique come about...

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Life life in the fast lane with Absolutely’s guide to the city’s cycling hot spots

Tokyo Bike When independent Japanese cycle manufacturer Tokyo Bike decided to open a retail outpost in East London, those in the know drooled in anticipation.

The company has won a cult following in its home country for its range of sleek, stripped-back machines - and Shoreditch creative types were never going to be averse to its minimalist frames and uber-hip accessories.

Visit the store and you’ll see for yourself why Tokyo Bike acts as a living advertisement for contemporary cycling: the chic showroom-cum-exhibition space stocks the brand’s full range plus an inspired collection of lifestyle accoutrements that often have little to do with cycling and everything to do with great design. A cycling shop even non-cyclists will love.

87-89 Tabernacle Street, EC2A; tokyobike.co.uk

Cycling in the city

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he Dutch were there first and the French soon followed, but in the last few years Britain’s done its damnedest to overtake them all. Cycling is the new national obsession that’s reshaping our streets, reinvigorating our urban environments and reminding longstanding couch potatoes of the joys of open-air exercise. All those hovering hesitantly before getting stuck into those New Year’s resolutions, take note: study after study has shown that bike users report lower general stress and greater feelings of freedom, relaxation and excitement than those who use cars or public transport to get around.

Cyclists in our ‘hood are especially blessed: with leafy streets, green parks and canal towpaths in abundance, we have one of the world’s most amazing and eclectic urban landscapes to explore - as well as some of the country’s hottest cycline shops. So whether you’re a casual Boris biker or the next Bradley Wiggins, you’ll love our guide to the cycle stores you can’t miss...

London Fields Cycles

This stalwart of the East London cycling scene is the go-to store for beginners looking for a wide range of cycles and accessories from some of the world’s biggest and best-respected brands. Stocking everything from Pashley’s stylish city bikes to Mongoose machines perfect for aspiring stunt riders, London Fields cycles has the expertise and experience - not to mention the huge range of kit and Shimanoaccredited workshop - to guide even the greenest of cycling newbies.

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CITY SADDLE, £77; brooksengland.com 6. GLENBROOK LEATHER BAG, £324; brooksengland.com 7. BASIL BASKET, £38; anddutch.co.uk; 8.PASHLEY ROADSTER CLASSIC, £525; londonfieldscycles.co.uk

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Micycle Islington’s Micycle isn’t just a bike shop: it’s a thriving hub where community-minded cyclists can fix up old wheels, buy new ones, acquire any number of cycling accessories and even swap info on routes and shortcuts. You might have heard of Micycle after the London riots of 2011, when the firm placed cheeky ads in one daily newspaper resignedly accepting the fact that many of the thugs who looted their shop escaped from police - because they scarpered on the store’s own high-spec bikes.

The pilfered rides probably included the retro Bobbins upright bicycles and lean, mean Bianchi racing machines beloved of the Micycle team; fortunately, not all the company’s offerings are so tangible and vulnerable to theft. Alongside the bikes, Micycle run courses on bike maintenance and even offer their own membership scheme. For £4.95 you’ll get silver membership, which affords you 10% off all classes plus access to the company’s pro-level workshop. And if you prefer not to get your hands dirty, a £34.95 gold membership gets you all the benefits of silver, 10% off all bikes in-store and a free bike service (worth £45). Sounds like a steal.

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Legal force Marilyn Stowe is one of the country’s leading divorce lawyers, and she’s a television personality too. Absolutely catches up with her to discuss justice, families and The Archers

Most divorce lawyers don’t end up on television. How did your stint on This Morning come about?

I enjoy public speaking and have debated marriage at the Oxford Union. I have regularly appeared on provincial radio and TV over the years; but I’ve also done Richard and Judy and other national talk shows on TV. Sometimes the brief is tricky; I debated cohabitation with Baroness Deech on Radio 4 and the outcome of a Supreme Court case on BBC Breakfast. I’ve also handled PR as a solicitor on behalf of the Law Commission for reports on family law. ITV were looking for a very experienced family lawyer but also someone who was unafraid of the media who could explain things in a straightforward way. They called me out of the blue and interviewed me, and things went from there.

Do you enjoy being on television?

Yes I do, handling people’s problems is what I’m used to but I’ve very much enjoyed being in the studio and meeting celebrities and the people who run This Morning - who wouldn’t?! It’s a very professional outfit.

You have also been involved in storylines for The Archers. Tell us about that.

I was recommended to the scriptwriters of the series and asked to devise the nastiest divorce scenario I could think of for one

of the characters. So I had him running a private partnership with his girlfriend and hiving off business to it from his company, so depleting the company profits to reduce the payout to the wife. Then the girlfriend turned on him!

I’ve also advised the scriptwriters on Coronation Street when they ran a storyline about Peter Barlow, who was an alcoholic father and the grandfather turned up to obtain custody of the child. I suggested it would be a good idea for them to reach agreement about the child, to demonstrate settling is better than litigating and they took my advice.

You are known to have a strong sense of justice. When did you first notice it?

Even before I qualified. I used to do voluntary work for the local CAB. In fact, that’s where I first spoke to my husband who I’d seen around the courts. He had gone along to do a voluntary session too. I worked in partnership with him for many years and we ran free legal clinics at all our offices.

When I set up my own firm I continued this and I offer free legal advice on my blog, marilynstowe.co.uk which is currently getting over 32,000 visits per month. I also acted for Sally Clark on a pro bono basis and obtained the medical report that freed her from her imprisonment when she was wrongly convicted of the double murder of her baby sons.

Most divorce lawyers are male, but many clients are female. Is this an issue?

I think there was a problem – not with clients but with the lawyers; they found me a bit too hot to handle! Today I would say there are easily as many women as men lawyers.

How does working in family law impact on your own family? How do you find enough time for them?

I always put my family first and still do so I was always around when my son was little and it was hard. However, now my son is a lawyer himself I am thinking of my firm first and growing and expanding it for posterity.

You have been married yourself for 30 years. What advice can you give people on making marriage work?

My husband and I are tolerant of each other and respectful of each other’s careers. We don’t compete; we have grown and developed together for our mutual benefit. We are also always able to laugh together. His very dry sense of humour has saved many potentially tricky situations between us!

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TSCHUGGEN GRAND HOTEL, AROSA

Otto Herwig came to Arosa in 1883. He was recovering from a lung condition and he needed clean mountain air to recuperate. It must have worked because he set up the Berghilf Sanatorium for lung patients in 1892. And so, Arosa became primarily a place for bronchial sufferers until the winter season of 1929/1930, when it transformed into the Tschuggen Grand Hotel.

Now, apart from Mario Botta’s new 43,000 sq/ft spa, the peace and quiet and fresh air of the little mountain-top village has hardly changed. The hotel lies at the top of a winding road and, when it finally comes into view, it’s like some secret place surrounded by pine trees that’s just sitting in the side of a mountain, waiting to be discovered by errant travellers.

As well as taking on Mario Botta’s architectural vision, Carlo Rampazzi has recently been entrusted as designer of the rooms and, my word, it feels like you’re in an artist’s vivid dream. Huge, taller-than-needed headboards with individually decorated squares, colourful-patterned ceilings, high-back chairs and, in the south-facing rooms, just the panoramic gloriousness of the Alps. With 400 sq/ft to walk around in the smallest room, space isn’t exactly lacking, and the adjoining bathroom with marble-covered surfaces and heated floor is amazing. The spa triumphs: hot and cold pools, 12 treatment rooms, Swedish and Turkish saunas, a Jacuzzi… any sore joints after a hard day’s skiing will be well and truly loosened up.

To add to this, the newly-built Tschuggen Express takes twelve people straight from the hotel onto the mountain in two and half minutes. The amount of times mornings have turned into mayhem with the disorganisation of assembling skis and heading to the chair lifts – that hassle is, thankfully, completely gone. en.tschuggen.ch 65

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CHALET EDELWEISS, COURCHEVEL

Walking into Courchevel’s Chalet Edelweiss, you are struck immediately by its most unique draw: at once you are in, without question, the most luxurious chalet in this exclusive location, but equally, what overwhelms you is a comforting sense of warmth and intimacy. A newly built, 3000m2 model of Alpine perfection located directly on the Bellecote piste, the chalet’s interior is a lesson in timeless elegance and envelops you in a homely world of sumptuous furnishings in hues of biscuit and cream that contrast beautifully with its unsurpassable collection of contemporary art; you’ll question whether the guarding presence at the door of the indoor pool and spa area really can be a Dali: it can. Spoilt as you are inside the chalet, which unwinds seven floors upwards around a magnificent spiral stairway, one gaze out at the breathtaking panoramic views is sure to jolt your memory as to why you’re actually there – the skiing. Incorporating a 50m2 ski-room complete with instructors on hand, Edelweiss has ski-in ski-out access, so you can be kitted out and on the piste within minutes exploring the Trios Valleys, the largest ski area in the world. And off the piste? Your wish is the chalet’s command.

A recommended course of action would be to indulge your weary limbs on the spa floor, relaxing in the Hammam and sauna, or allowing the dedicated massage therapist to work out the stresses of the day before retiring to your palatial en-suite to glam up and emerge reenergized and ready for a glass of champagne or two at the chalet’s in-house nightclub.

Always on hand to top up your glass, the staff display a marriage of attentiveness and discretion; ready when you need them and invisible when you don’t.

A 7-night stay at Chalet Edelweiss, Courchevel 1850, starts from €80,000 including daily cleaning, chef and butler (courchevelprestigechalets.com). Absolutely travelled as guests of Summit Retreats (summitretreats.com) and Easyjet (easyjet.com) in association with Courchevel Tourism (courchevel.com). Easyjet offers daily flights from London Gatwick and London Southend to Geneva from £50.

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BADRUTT’S PALACE HOTEL, ST. MORITZ

Overlooking the serene St Moritz lake, Badrutt’s Palace is perfectly located to enjoy the vistas – and facilities – of the surrounding Engadin Valley. This Swiss ski haven was, at one time, just a summer retreat. In the 1860s, no one wanted to brave the St Moritz winter, so Caspar Badrutt made a bet with five rich Englishmen that if they stayed for the winter and didn’t enjoy themselves, he would foot the bill. If they enjoyed themselves, however, they would pay and spread the word. Needless to say, Badrutt won the bet and word did indeed spread. Fast. The only difference now being that Badrutt’s Palace has kept advancing with the times, yet maintains its historic foundations.

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Not just This Morning... but every morning

Marilyn Stowe is the senior partner at Stowe Family Law and resident family law expert on ITV’s This Morning.

Leading the UK’s largest dedicated family law firm, she has more than 30 years’ experience handling divorce cases and family law proceedings.

· One of the first solicitors to qualify as a family law arbitrator through the newly-formed Institute of Family Law Arbitrators (IFLA).

· The first Chief Assessor and Chief Examiner of the Law Society’s Family Law Panel.

· A Fellow of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers: a global association of lawyers recognised for expertise in their respective countries.

Located in WC1, Stowe Family Law specialises in family law issues and covers a wide range of cases.

From divorce to cohabitees’ rights, with dedicated international and children’s teams.

The team also offers mediation, arbitration and collaborative approaches and benefits from a specialist in-house forensic accountancy department that tracks down hidden assets and can provide immediate financial advice.

If you need family law advice, early support can be essential.

Stowe Family Law can help.

Contact 0207 7421 3300 or email chiefexecutive@stowefamilylaw.co.uk 8 Fulwood Place, Gray’s Inn, London WC1V 6HG www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk www.marilynstowe.co.uk

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Roden Street, N7

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A superb mid terrace Victorian family home ideally located on a residential street in the heart of Holloway. Arranged over four floors, the property is presented in excellent decorative order and comprises beautiful reception/dinning room, four bedrooms, large attic study/fifth bedroom, fitted kitchen, utility room, family bathroom, ensuite shower room to master bedroom and guest cloakroom. Features include wood floors, sash windows, original fireplaces, a mature rear garden with patio area and a small front garden.

Drivers & Norris 020 7607 5001; drivers.co.uk

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Barnsbury Road London N1 The Media Room has operated as a successful music recording, mix and video post production studio for the past nine years.

Arranged over two floors of an attractive Victorian terraced property, the lower ground floor comprises a state of the art sound proofed recording room with a separate vocal booth. The studio is fully air conditioned and is ready for a buyer to install their own equipment. On the ground floor is an open-plan office with a fully fitted open-plan kitchen

Guide price ÂŁ700,000 share of freehold

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Wiltshire Row London N1 A stunning two bedroom apartment in Hoxton Wharf, an exclusive development of luxury apartments overlooking the Regent's Canal. This stunning, contemporary apartment is on the fifth floor and faces the canal. Finished to an incredibly high specification, the apartment has a fantastic view across the canal towards Islington and beyond reception room with open-plan kitchen | main bedroom (en suite) | 1 further bedroom | bathroom

Guide price ÂŁ470,000 leasehold

Gifford Street London N1 A contemporary one bedroom flat offering almost 600 sq ft of well presented accommodation with a terrace in this landmark modern development within easy reach of Kings Cross. Residents enjoy the benefits of a 24 hour concierge, together with the use of a gymnasium including a sauna and steam room reception room with open-plan kitchen | bedroom | bathroom | concierge | gym | terrace

Guide price ÂŁ350,000 leasehold

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CELEBRATING TWO SUCCESSFUL YEARS IN ISLINGTON Cluttons Islington 6 Camden Walk, London N1 8DY 020 7354 6666 islington@cluttons.com

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Colebrooke Row London N1 An imposing period house refurbished to a high specification throughout with spacious and flexible living space that balances period features with contemporary fixtures and fittings. Colebrooke Row is one of the most sought after locations in Islington given both the close proximity to Angel station, and Upper Street with it's wide range of exclusive shops, bars and restaurants double reception room | dining room with open-plan kitchen | 5 double bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | walled garden

ÂŁ1,750 per week unfurnished

Arundel Place London N1 A refurbished garden maisonette within a beautiful period building with high ceilings, large period windows, a private entrance and sole use of the rear garden. The apartment is very well placed for travel as Highbury and Islington station (Victoria line) is nearby, as are the shops bars and restaurants on Upper Street reception room | 3 double bedrooms | bathroom | kitchen | guest cloakroom | private garden

ÂŁ625 per week furnished

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Peacock Place London N1 A contemporary apartment in a modern development overlooking a landscaped piazza, with a large private terrace and on-site concierge. The apartment is conveniently located on Laycock Street which runs between Liverpool Road and Upper Street, moments from both Highbury & Islington station (Victoria line) and the myriad of shops, bars and restaurants on Upper Street reception room with open-plan kitchen | 2 double bedrooms (1 en suite) | further bathroom | concierge | private terrace

ÂŁ575 per week furnished

Cleveland Road London N1 A superb one bedroom apartment with it's own private entrance and sole use of the rear garden. Cleveland Road is a wide leafy street that runs between Northchurch Road and Downham Road and is parallel to Southgate Road. The property is convenient for Essex Road station, Angel station and the shops, bars and restaurants of Upper Street which are all nearby double reception room with open-plan kitchen | double bedroom | bathroom | Juliet balcony | private garden

ÂŁ425 per week furnished/unfurnished

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55 LABURNUM STREET, E1 ÂŁ1,100 PER WEEK. An extremely impressive 3 bedroom warehouse conversion apartment situated within a private gated development.

Finished to a high standard / Roof terrace / Bright master bedroom with en-suite / Wooden floors throughout

HUGENOT COURT, E1 ÂŁ450 PER WEEK. A lovely two bed garden maisonette just off Brick Lane, moments from Spitalfields Market.

South-facing garden / Walk-in storage / Modern kitchen / Two double bedrooms

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RIVERSDALE ROAD, N5 £1,395,000 A substantial 4 bedroom terraced house, finished to a very high standard on one of Highbury’s prime roads.

2000 Sq ft / Landscaped garden / Period features / Two reception rooms

STAVORDALE ROAD, N5 £390 PER WEEK A fantastic three double bedroom, two bathrooms garden flat boasting an impressive living room leading onto the patio garden.

Finished to a very high standard / Open-plan kitchen / Great transport links / Modern interior

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JOHN SPENCER SQUARE, N1 £585 PER WEEK A fantastic Neo-Georgian property in the sought after John Spencer Square, close to the beautiful green spaces of Highbury Fields.

Private parking / Communal garden / Superb location / Beautifully presented

CANONBURY SQUARE, N1 £560 PER WEEK

A great two bedroom flat offering modern décor and smart fixtures and fittings while being well placed moments from Upper Street.

Communal garden / Ample storage / Two large bedrooms / Modern interior

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LLOYD BAKER STREET, N1 ÂŁ1,795,000 A wonderful three bedroom property that provides a rare opportunity to acquire a freehold house on Lloyd Baker Street.

Glass roof extension / Garden / Immaculately finished / Balcony

MILDMAY ROAD, N1 ÂŁ350,000

A charming well presented one bedroom conversion set over the raised ground floor of this beautiful period house.

Original features / Garden / Great location / Recently renovated

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Hilldrop Crescent, N7 £595k Barnsbury Road, N1 ~ £349,500

contemporary arranged floors with 2/3terraced bedrooms, lounge, A oneStylish bedroom apartmenthouse occupying theover firstthree floor of aand Georgian house in akitchen, fantastic shower room/WC and en-suite bathroom.

With private roof terrace and patio garden. location close to Angel tube.

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Brushfield Street, E1 ~ ÂŁ1,095 pw

A stunning 3-bed property arranged over three floors and finished to an exceptional standard throughout. Located in the heart of Spitalfields, a short walk away from Liverpool Street Station.

Angel on the Green, N1 ÂŁ525pw

Smart apartment in highly regarded block with 24 hour concierge and gym. With two double bedrooms, stylish bathroom, contemporary kitchen and lounge with access to two private South-facing balconies.

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IRONWORKS, REGENTS QUARTER, ALBION WALK, N1

A striking duplex boasting spacious accommodation measuring 1,203 sq ft of living space located in a favoured warehouse development within close proximity to Kings Cross and St Pancras International. ÂŁ795,000 Leasehold Stirling Ackroyd, Bloomsbury 020 7256 3244; stirlingackroyd.com

DWELL

The specialist lettings agency Dwell Residential have moved in to bigger premises on Clerkenwell Road. Founded in the depths of the recession in 2009, the company has grown consistently through providing a tailored, personalised service to private and corporate clients.

020 7324 6140; www.dwellresidential.co.uk; The Bridge, 12-16 Clerkenwell Road, EC1M 82

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HIGHBURY PLACE, N5

A two duplex apartment arranged over the upper floors of a Georgian mid-terraced house right on Highbury Fields. Comprising a stunning master bedroom suite with extensive fitted storage, en-suite Limestone wet room with free standing bath also and a private roof terrace with stunning views of London. Further, there is a double bedroom with en-suite shower room and large open-plan lounge with original fireplace and marble surround and wood floors to fully fitted Gaggenau kitchen. There is also shared use of the rear garden. ÂŁ995,000 Islington Properties 020 7812 0480;islingtonproperties.com

HOLMCOTE GARDENS, N5

A stunning two bedroom recently refurbished ground floor Period apartment located on this charming residential cul-de-sac road in Highbury. The property has one double bedroom at the front which benefits from an en-suite bathroom and built in wardrobes. A separate WC is situated off the corridor which leads onto a light and spacious open plan reception room. ÂŁ575 per week Chesterton Humberts, Islington 0207 226 4221; chestertonhumberts.com 83

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eople always ask me why I chose to work in Lettings rather than Sales, and the honest answer is someone suggested I’d be more suited to it, and I haven’t looked back since! It’s now been about nine years and I love it, especially working in Islington; I’ve always appreciated the architecture, the design side of things, enjoyed meeting a varied bunch of people and the frenetic pace of Lettings. It really is kind of ideal for me!

It was more a stroke of good fate rather than judgement that I ended up in the Islington area. I moved back from Barcelona, where I had lived for four years, and my knowledge of living in London in any type of normal capacity was limited.

I looked round several areas in London and, unsurprisingly, most of what I liked I couldn’t afford. Then a place came up in Islington, my wife and I went to see it, liked it and the rest followed on from there. The area’s been really good to me and is constantly evolving. It’s got an awful lot going for it and yet it’s diverse enough to keep it interesting, I’m looking forward to seeing how it’ll be in another 10 years.

I think that it’s evolving as most London boroughs tend to and it’s all linked with the price rise in property and the inevitable change in demographic. It used to be the cheap seats; that certainly isn’t the case

anymore. There are parts of Islington that are almost unrecognisably different than 5 years ago and I feel most of the changes are for the better, although, no doubt, not everyone would agree.

When not working, my one year old baby girl keeps me very busy- to be honest, she is my life at the moment! However, when I’m not being the perfect parent, I like to go out and see and experience London for all it has to offer.

When I do manage to escape I have always enjoyed socialising in Islington and as far as restaurants go I like to keep it simple. I find it hard to beat Mem and Laz; it’s great on many levels, the food is fantastic value for money, the quality is superb and its atmosphere is constantly buzzy and upbeat, no matter when you go. Aria’s great for last minute shopping and has some fantastic design pieces, it doesn’t hurt that it’s also located in such a beautiful space. When it comes to bars, I prefer something more traditional so would normally choose a pub over a bar; somewhere like the Drapers Arms fulfils this as it does good food as well as drinks.

It’s cosy in the winter and has a patio in the summer. It holds some very fond memories.

Hamptons International Islington Lettings.

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Globe View,Lodge, EC4 - £675 week Cathedral EC1per - Leasehold - £475,000 spacious unmodernised 1 bedroom Square AThis twoexceptionally bedroom warehouse conversion apartment in the Globe ViewMile development apartment on the 5th the floor of an extremely with balconyisoverlooking stunning atrium. popular lift-serviced building with concierge and parking.

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Highbury Hill, N5 - £715 per week The Wallpaper Apartments, N1–-Long £995Let per week – Long Let Fantastic featuring a superb open plan This vastthree twobedroom bedroompenthouse propertyapartment offers over 1500 sq. ft. of space and kitchen/reception room as well as a private terrace with beautiful views benefits from high quality fixtures androof fittings throughout, integrated allowing a wealthlarge of natural light to fill the property. media system, decked garden and two bathrooms.

Mortimer - £795 per week – Long Chadwell Road, Street,N1 EC1R - £725 per week – Let Long Let Hamptons’ pleased market this beautiful three storey family housefixtures in the heart Bright andare airy splitto level period conversion with high quality of Defittings Beauvoirthroughout offering a mixture ofoffering modern fittings withaccess originaltofeatures throughout and whilst fantastic the City, Angel/ whilst off street parking and large private garden.

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1 HAMPTONS 87 Upper Street, N1 0NP Tel: 020 7359 5675 www.hamptons.co.uk

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2 CLUTTONS 6 Camden Walk, N1 8DY T: 020 7354 6666 www.cluttons.com

3 CHESTERTON HUMBERTS 327-329 Upper Street, N1 2XQ T: 020 7359 9777 www.chestertonhumberts.com

4 WINKWORTH 65 Upper Street, N1 0NY Tel: 020 7354 2480 www.winkworth.co.uk 5 FARON SUTARIA 108-109 Upper Street, N1 1QN Tel: 020 7354 9737 www.faronsutaria.co.uk

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6 HUGH GROVER 3435 4658 325 020 Upper Street, N1 2XQ Tel: 020 3435 4658 www.hughgrover.co.uk sales

325 Upper Street, London, N1 2XQ www.hughgrover.co.uk

7 ISLINGTON PROPERTIES 111 Upper Street, N1 1QN Tel: 020 7812 0480 www.islingtonproperties.com Melville Place, N1 1 Bedroom

Leasehold

£325,000

Linton Street, N1 3 Bedrooms

Freehold

£1,195,000

ELLIS & CO 76 Essex Road, N1 8LT Tel: 020 7354 0909 www.ellisandco.co.uk 8

Bryantwood Road, N7 2 Bedrooms

Share of Freehold

£399,950

MY PAD 16 Essex Road, N1 8LN Tel: 020 7226 3533 www.mylondonpad.co.uk 9 Mountgrove Road, N5 3 Bedrooms

Share of Freehold

£599,950

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THE ISLINGTON COMPANY 97 Essex Road, N1 2SJ Tel: 020 3589 0127 www.theislingtoncompany.co.uk 10

To find out what Currell ana e ent an do or ou lea e all hael aul on

KINLEIGH FOLKARD & HAYWARD 298 Upper Street, N1 2TU Tel: 020 7226 2487 www.kfh.co.uk 11

Currell Residential Compton Terrace, N1 £2,450,000 Freehold

12 CURRELL RESIDENTIAL Islington 321 Upper Street, N1 2XQ 321 Upper Street Islington, London 020 7226 4200 N1 2XQ www.currell.com

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15 DRIVERS & NORRIS 407-409 Holloway Road, N7 6HP Tel: 020 7607 5001 www.drivers.co.uk

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Seven Sisters Road, N7 | £450,000 Leasehold Drivers & Norris are delighted to offer a stunning penthouse apartment. This spacious flat is fully fitted with luxury appliances and offers light and airy living with excellent views across the Capital.

• Penthouse • Open plan kitchen • Two bedrooms • Two bathrooms (one en suite) • Reception room • Private terrace

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Plimsoll Road, N5 | £700,000 Freehold Located a short walk from Arsenal Underground Station, this former office which has been converted into a pleasant three bed family home arranged over two floors.

• Open plan kitchen • Terraced house • Three bathrooms • Three double bedrooms • Rear courtyard garden • Large reception

Evolving. Improving. Succeeding.

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Coleridge Road, Crouch End, N8 | £480.00 per week A fantastic, larger than average newly refurbished two bedroom split level period conversion situated in the heart of Crouch End, located within moments of ‘the broadway’.

• Period conversion • Newly refurbished • Split level • Double bedrooms

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Islington, N7 | £320.00 per week Situated in a brand new development Drivers & Norris are pleased to offer this spacious one bedroom apartment featuring modern fitted kitchen, large lounge and secluded patio garden.

• Secluded garden • New development • Close to transport links • Recently refurbished • Unfurnished • Double bedroom • Early viewing recommended • Intergrated appliances

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Currell Residential Almorah Road, N1 £649,950 Share of Freehold

• Unique pub conversion • 1100sq ft masonette

• Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, utility • Wonderful reception and semi open plan kitchen

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• Unique modern built house • Three bedrooms, two bathrooms

• Modern fitted kitchen and cloakroom • Reception room opens out to private garden

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Islington 321 Upper Street Islington, London N1 2XQ

Theberton Street, N1 £1,595,000 Freehold

• A Victorian Grade II listed house • Overlooking Gibson Square to the front • Four bedrooms, three receptions.

• South facing garden.

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Stirling Ackroyd All around the City SE1

WC1

£700 pw

£595 pw

BANKSIDE LETTINGS Superb 1268 sq ft 1 bed boasting a large mezzanine bedroom, built in storage, a large open plan reception room & masses of charm.

BLOOMSBURY LETTINGS Naoroji Street - Lovely 2 bed 2 bath apartment briefly comprising an open plan living room & kitchen, wooden flooring, additional storage & a balcony.

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CLERKENWELL LETTINGS Clerkenwell Road - Stunning 3 double bedroom apartment with a 30 foot semi-open plan kitchen/reception perfect for entertaining with a sleek and stylish finish throughout.

SHOREDITCH LETTINGS Underwood Street - Fantastic 1,600 sq ft 2 bedroom loft apartment featuring original stripped wood flooring, exposed beams & brickwork and private balcony.

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£699,950

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BANKSIDE SALES Bermondsey Central - Unique 2 double bedroom penthouse over 2 floors with lift access, oak flooring & a large terrace with 270 degree views of The City.

BLOOMSBURY SALES Marconi House - Cleverly designed, fourth floor suite finished to the highest of standards with Miele kitchen appliances, built in sound system and a controlled cooling system.

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£1,200,000

£799,995

CLERKENWELL SALES Goswell Road - Stunning two bedroom with a spacious hallway and reception room benefiting from a wealth of natural light and with a sleek and stylish finish throughout.

SHOREDITCH SALES Kingsland Road - Stunning live/work warehouse conversion with 2 bedrooms, en-suite facilities, built in wardrobes, solid wood floors, exposed steel beams & brickwork.

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DAUBENEY ROAD, HACKNEY, E5.

London townhouses with space to explore 4 bedroom townhouses that offer fantastic and stylish living for the price of a two bedroom apartment in neighbouring boroughs.

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