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12 I’m the sole man Terry De Havilland the rock’n’roll cobbler

16 In the spotlIght What to do and where to visit in Spitalfields

14 a sunday affaIr! 5 of the best brunches in Islington

18 councIl mInutes Islington Council reveal what they are doing for the borough

30 addIctIve secret Caribbean Paradise

20 bloomIng marvellous Why gardening is childs play

73 What’s on In july The month’s best events

22 heavenly art The inspiration behind the Islington Angel Wings

81 hot property 50 pages of the best in the area

40 motorIng Matthew Carter takes a look at some of the latest macines on the market 55 ultImate Indugence Jenny White soaks up the relaxing atmosphere of a fantastic urban spa 59 doIng It for the gIrls Kelly Green discovers a gym workout designed just for women

24 savIng afrIca The reality of an ideal

60 fIghtIng the pandemIc Helen McInnes examines the global response to swine flu

29 24 hours In WashIngton dc Exploring the political hub and capital city of the US in just 24 hours

65 lIttle black book Pens at the ready as we round up this month’s must haves

36 bbQ blIss Jo O’Donoghue goes in search of the best barbeques on the market

71 please don’t tell Carrie Mitchell gets her tastebuds flowing by uncovering a local treasure

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Editor issue 01 Welcome to the first issue of The City & Angel, a lifestyle magazine that aims to keep you updated on the goings on in Islington and the surrounding areas. In our inaugural issue we meet local celebrity cobbler, Terry de Havilland, who chats to Jenny White about his glamorous life (p.12), Esther Jury tells us about her high-rise gardening project (p.20), and on p.113 we round up the best schools to educate your angels. Elsewhere in current affairs, we look at the West’s relationship with the continent of Africa (p.24); can international aid really help solve the nation’s problems? Fiona Heron discusses her inspiration behind the Islington Angel Wings and Halo (p.22) and later on Helen McInnes draws our attention to the Swine flu pandemic on p.60 as we ask whether the UK is over-reacting? Kelly Green takes on a challenging workout at a women-only gym (p.59), we advise taking some time out to pamper yourself at top Islington spa, Kimantra (p.55) and we profile the shopping opportunities at Spitalfields (p.16). If you are planning a getaway this summer we recommend the luxurious Amanyara resort for some sunshine and relaxation (p.30) and don’t forget to invest in some of the up to the minute fashion trends for him and her to take with you (p45). Finally, we meet local interior designer, Vishal Sethi and discover how to create the perfect home (p.34), and Carrie Mitchell inspires us to get in the kitchen with her tastebud-tickling Cruse 9 restaurant review (p.71). Enjoy!

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CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS ISSUE: Claire Adler is a London based freelance journalist, specialising in jewellery, watches and luxury. Her work has appeared in the Financial Times, the Daily Mail, the Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Times, Spectator Business, Wallpaper*, Intelligent Life and House & Garden. She also writes for fashion news service WGSN, hotel magazine IN London and magazines published by Bentley, Harrods and Watches of Switzerland, amongst others.

Jamie Carter is a freelance journalist based in Cardiff. Specialising in gadgets and technology, Jamie has written for the likes of T3, Home Cinema Choice and The Guardian as well as a number of websites. He writes on flatscreen TVs for What Video and What Plasma magazines and away from technology is also a regular contributor to BBC History and Real Travel magazines.

Martin Bamford is one of the youngest and most successful financial planners in the UK. He runs his own firm of financial advisers – Informed Choice – and regularly contributes to various financial publications. His personal finance book The Money Tree, published in 2006, is a best seller.

Kate Hughes has an established reputation as one of the UK's leading celebrity hair and make-up artists. A regular guest beauty presenter on television, she has worked with a wide selection of actors, presenters, musicians and models. Kate's hair and make-up consultancy, 'It's All About You', transforms women for weddings, special occasions and red carpet events.

Dr. David Kuo is one of the UK’s leading financial experts, and is head of Personal Finance at Fool.co.uk, the country’s top website for independent financial comparison. As well as providing daily comment and financial news for BBC London, he presents Money Talk– Fool’s weekly podcasts which cover all aspects of personal finance.

Jenny White is a freelance journalist who lives in Islington; she has been writing about the area for the last few years – so knows all the secrets. She specialises in celebrity interviews, health and beauty, interiors and fashion. Jenny has written for the likes of the Independent, Elle magazine and the Sunday Times, as well as a number of regional magazines.

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Jenny White chats to shoe designer to the stars, Terry de Havilland, about wild celebrity parties, how his designs transcend trends and living in Islington

ith star clients such as David Bowie, Cher, Led Zeplin, the Jagger clan and celebrities including Amy Winehouse, Kate Moss and Angelina Jolie, it would seem that shoe designer Terry de Havilland, creates footwear for party people. His patterns and impossibly high heels are not for the shy or faint-hearted. They are the type of shoes that promise all-night revelry and mayhem of rock ‘n’ roll proportions; the kind of shoes that grab the attentions of both men and women. So, it isn’t too surprising that Terry, now 71 years old, has something of a wild side. Take, for instance, the episode during the ‘70’s, when Terry was in New York working a trade show and met up with his pal Led Zeplin drummer, John Bonham. Drunken pandemonium ensued, resulting in furniture being thrown out of a skyscraper window. “I remember drinking a bottle of brandy with him and then declaring I was going home. Now I always carry my passport and return ticket in my coat pocket,” Terry says with a knowing look. “I woke up in Heathrow airport with the worst hangover and I couldn’t find my baggage. It turned out all my stuff was still in New York and I had two days left working on the trade show.” Terry is mesmorising. His anecdotes have no hints of showing off, even though everyone from Jackie Onassis to Sienna Miller is referred to by their first name. Instead, his stories are reminiscent of a crazy, experimental era, when an East End cobbler became the life and ‘sole’ of the celebrity party scene. Dubbed the rock ‘n’ roll cobbler, the craft is in his blood: he grew up watching both his father and mother making shoes in their factory. “My earliest memory of shoes were the women. I remember as a little kid on the floor of my Dad’s factory and my Dad making black market shoes for the Windmill Girls in the West End during the war,” says Terry, who made the shoes for Angelina Jolie in the Lara Croft movies. “I remember the

pleasure they got from the shoes he made. It seems to be a bit of a family trait to want to make ladies happy, with shoes.” In the late 1960’s after stumbling across some of his Dad’s platform shoes hidden away in the loft, Terry started making his own platforms which were immediately picked up by Johnny Moke who sold them in Kensington Market. Then came the rock-and-roll call with rock chicks such as Britt Ekland, Marianne Faithfull and Bianca Jagger dancing the night away in their de Havillands. Following his Dad’s death in 1970, Terry took over the business. The shop ‘Cobblers To The World’ opened on the Kings Road with, as Terry recalls, ‘The three C’s – champagne, caviar and cocaine,’ served at the opening. “I look back on those times very fondly,” notes Terry. “Well, what he can remember of them,” chips in Liz, his wife and sidekick of almost 20 years. “True,” Terry says before erupting into his infectious husky laughter. “They have been trying to do a book (about me) but I have so many holes in my memory. I can remember all sorts of detail but chronologically I have massive holes where I can be decades out. I guess I overdid it in the ‘60’s and the ‘70’s and probably the ‘80’s as well.” His studio on Kingsland Road offers visitors a visual tour of his career, with all his iconic shoes on display. Divided up into eras, it is easy to recognise the different stages of his career by observing the beautifully crafted footwear. The 40’s inspired metallic wedges he created in the 60’s, the goth and fetish boots and shoes from the 80’s, that have more recently attracted the attentions of Marilyn Manson. And of late the sexier, up to seven inch heeled range, often bejewelled with ‘Tom Foolery’, solid silver jewellery custom designed for the shoes. After several years sabbatical from the limelight with no discernable time off, the Islington resident is back with big plans. Having launched his new Couture range as well as running a bespoke service that is very popular with,

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yes, you guessed it, celebrities, Terry is visibly excited about the future. “Shoes are absolutely there to express the wilder and darker side of your personality and these are the kind of shoes I love to make,” explains the man famed for his high heels. “What I love about high heels is the attitude. You see a girl in high heels walking down the street and you watch the men, and the women, watching her. They have such attitude and if you wear them well, with that clitterclatter, clitter-clatter… beautiful.” So, what inspires this genial man, who doesn’t follow fashion or prediction charts,to make such energetic shoes? “I have five muses that inspire me. I have a granny, a tranny, a beauty and two cuties,” laughs Terry. “I am the granny,” claims Liz. “Then he has Jodie Harsh, our goddaughter (and model) Joy Vieli and the Broken Hearts DJs, Amber and Nisha. We are all slightly different to each other.”

Liz creates a lot of the bespoke fabric for the shoes and she and Terry are a formidable partnership. They met when Liz attended a dinner party at Terry’s house and, as she puts it, she ‘never left’. “I had known of his shop on the Kings Road and I assumed that he was gay because his designs were so flamboyant. I thought I would get to his house and meet this slightly bitter and twisted Queen who was trying for a comeback. But when he opened the door there he was - a geezer!”. n www.terrydehavilland.com

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Giraffe This fun and friendly chain restaurant offers up a vast and tasty brunch selection, ranging from healthy superfoods like organic porridge and the Granola Breakfast Sundae to the traditional Full Brunch Plate or the alternative Veggie Brunch Plate. Popular with the locals, Giraffe isn’t a unique venue but they sure know how to satisfy hungry customers with their generous portions and generally scrumptious food. Famed for their family-friendliness, balloons and colouring equipment are handed out to young children (and even adults if they are lucky), making this a vibrant and fun place to spend a Sunday. Look out for… The fresh fruit smoothies – refreshing and flavoursome. And watch out for the giraffe in your Hippy Hippy Shake! 29-31 Essex Road, 020 7359 5999

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places to eat brunch in islington We explore some of the best local places to enjoy a relaxing sunday brunch

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The Elk in the Wood Leave the Upper Street mayhem and take a detour down Camden Passage to discover this decidedly grown-up gastro pub. From the outside it doesn’t look like your typical brunch eatery but once inside and surround by the Scandinavian log cabin inspired décor with customary stag’s head, it becomes the perfect lounging ground.With an intimate and cosy atmosphere, the breakfast menu offers your typical fry-up and bacon sarnies. However also on offer are more unusual dishes of duck egg with asparagus, sausages and toast dippers and the delicious potato and pancetta skillet, with baked eggs, red pepper and tomato with toast.The Elk in the Wood is the ideal place to while away the afternoon eating and reading the papers. Look out for… The excellent Bloody Mary – will help cure any hangover. 39 Camden Passage, 020 7226 3535

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Art on a plate

Macondo Café Bar Gallery With the owners hailing from Argentina and Mexico, the Latin American influence is all over the menu. In the tradition of continental cafes, founders Pablo Casas, Santiago Calva and Rocio Abud have created a changing offer, setting and menu, providing a unique and enriching experience. Allowing you to indulge your artistic side, Macondo has monthly exhibitions of work by up-and-coming talent for you to browse over while you get stuck into their tasty brunch menu. Homemade Pan Frances, Huevos Rancheros and Bocadillo con Tortilla are just a few of the flavoursome dishes that feature on this unusual brunch offering. Cakes and pastries are served from 11am and whole cakes can be pre-ordered if you’re feeling particularly ravenous or have a celebration. Look out for… Exhibition of work by Cat Roissetter from 14th July until 17th August 2009 8-20 Camden Passage, 020 7226 7275

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Ottolenghi The Islington branch of Ottolenghi on Upper Street is the biggest out of the four dotted around London and sports a proper restaurant which offers not only take-away but also seats 50.This deli-cum-bakery-cum-restaurant has been voted purveyor of Britain’s best breakfast by the Observer thanks to their honest, organic and glamorous food. FounderYotam Ottolenghi, an Israeli- born pastry chef, has created a sophisticated menu with dishes such as buffalo mozzarella with potato tortilla served warm with red-pepper salsa and scrambled eggs, as well as smoked salmon accompanied with a home-made English muffin, watercress salad and crème fraiche. It is a super-chic eatery that attracts many locals and is worthwhile dragging yourself out of bed and getting there early to avoid the queues. Look out for… Cinnamon Brioche French Toast served with Greek yoghurt and mixed berry and Muscat compote – delectable! 287 Upper Street, 020 7704 1456

What’s your poison?

The Breakfast Club Sharing the same name as John Hughes’ 1985 cult classic film,The Breakfast Club has an ‘80s theme running through this tiny brunch place that gives it volumes of retro character.With wooden floors, mismatched furniture and ‘80s movie posters on the walls, it is popular with the creative professionals and is always busy on a Sunday. Offering a wide range of breakfast combos that will satisfy the hungriest of men (and women), they also offer a choice of international dishes such as burritos and nachos. It’s quirky, cosy and the perfect place to catch up with friends. Look out for… The All American – a massive helping of eggs, pancakes, bacon and maple syrup – Yummy! 31 Camden Passage, 020 7226 5454

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In the SpotlIght…

Spitalfields

pitalfields is an area that has always been recognised for its diversity and wealth of cultures. Steeped in history, the area boasts evidence of a Huguenot church, a Methodist chapel, a Jewish synagogue, and a Muslim mosque. Its cultural traditions stem from silk weaving, clock making, cigar making, leather ware, borrow boys and a booming fruit and vegetable market. The mixture of poor housing, sweat shops, the legacy of Jack the Ripper and the variety of the lively Bangla Town all add to the rich tapestry that is Spitalfields today. The Old Spitalfields Market was built in 1876 and has always been a central aspect of the Spitalfields area that now boasts a host of shops, restaurants and plays home to cultural events that make this one of London’s favourite areas.

Where to eat and drink: Venture across the road from Spitalfields Market on Commercial Street and you will discover St. John Bread and Wine. Located in what was a bank, this bakery, wine shop and dining room are open seven days a week and offer no fuss, Brit cuisine with a twist. On top of the fantastic food, the casual but well informed service makes this place a real local gem. Spitalfields Market itself is home to chain eateries Canteen, Carluccio’s and Giraffe. And if you are looking for something quick to eat while you’re out shopping then stop by Leon. A fresh and seasonal fast food restaurant, Leon serves Mediterranean inspired food to eat in or take away. The Ten Bells pub is a must to visit. Established in the mid-18th Century, The Ten Bells pub is

inexplicably linked with Jack the Ripper, with tales that he met at least one of his victims here. With a young and trendy crowd this is an ideal stop-off when visiting the area. Where to shop: A must for shoppers is the famous Spitalfields Trader Market which is open Tuesday to Friday and Sunday every week. With up to 110 stalls it is held under the cover of Foster and Partners elegant glass canopy in Crispin Place. Stalls range from contemporary and vintage fashion, music, bespoke children’s toys, jewellery, accessories and interiors and has a great vibe about it. If you are looking for something unique for your home then Eight Square is the place, as the owners painstakingly go in search of the unusual and beautiful. Beauty wise SEN which combines traditional Chinese medicine with up to date beauty and health technology is situated in the market, as is Benefit Cosmetics. Spitalfields is the ideal place to find exclusive pieces of clothing. FairyGothMother on Lamb Street, provides the very best quality corsetry and glamorous evening wear at reasonable

prices. The Menu is a menswear fashion shop which stocks quirky labels and designer brands and always has a beer stocked fridge! Absolute Vintage does what it says in the tin and Sniff is one of the UK’s leading ladies and men’s footwear boutiques and is a popular destination for the discerning shoe shopper. What to do and see: Culture is a major facet to this area with free lunchtime open air concerts at Spitalfields every Friday until the end of August (12.30pm – 1.30pm). And if you’re looking for something to adorn your walls then why not check out Smudge Gallery on Commercial Street or get ethical with The Spitz Gallery, which is dedicated to exhibiting photojournalistic work addressing social and ethical issues on a worldwide scale. While you’re there: Why not learn the tango? Tango at Spitalfields is a series of free monthly tango dancing events taking place in Bishops Square, offering dancers a rare opportunity to dance al fresco in London. Dancing is from 7pm10.30pm, with free half-hour tango lessons from 6.30pm. Dates to dance: 30th July, 27th August and 24th September. n

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Council Minutes A round up of what Islington Council is doing for the borough… Doing it for the Kids Young people in Islington will be reaping the benefits of a £2.5 million cash injection into youth services across the borough. The council were awarded the money with the idea to develop a series of youth ‘hubs’, each offering a range of services and activities, all under one roof. The White Lion Youth Centre in Barnsbury will be one of the major beneficiaries of the Government funding, receiving £2 million in addition to the £1.1 million already set aside by the council to redevelop the centre. The building will bring together a range of services to keep local young people safe, positively engaged and healthy. Services such as youth offending and sexual health services will be on offer, as well as a number of exciting and engaging activities such as sports and fitness, media and IT classes. Flower Power Islington has gone all out to defend its London in Bloom title with more than 1000 floral displays on show across the borough. Hundreds of hanging baskets, barrier and tree planters, window boxes and flower towers have been installed, adding splashes of colour to the streets. Last year, Islington became the first non-Royal inner-city borough to win London in Bloom and will now represent the capital at the national competition. But it is not just the glory of winning that makes ‘decorating’ the borough worthwhile but the effect if has on locals. “Last year, hundreds of residents told us that hanging baskets brightened their day and made a real difference to how they felt about Islington,” says Councillor Ruth Polling, Islington’s Executive Member for Leisure and Equalities. “I’m so pleased we have been able to up the ante this year to ensure even more residents will benefit.” Islington’s floral displays will stay until September, so enjoy!

Flying High Islington will hopefully be welcoming some new visitors to the area this summer. The council plans to install a simple sound system in the hope of attracting a host of stunning swifts to the borough’s skies. The stereo and outdoor speaker, installed on the roof of the Islington Council’s Municipal Offices on Upper Street, will play the sounds of swifts to attract the aerobatic birds to surrounding nest boxes that were installed at the beginning of the year. Councillor Greg Foxsmith, Executive Member for the Environment, said “Swifts are amazing migrant birds and a welcome addition to Islington. We’re constantly striving to create a greener borough and encouraging birds, including swifts, to nest in Islington is just one way of doing this. We may be an inner city borough, but we still take great pride in our parks and gardens.”

Walk the (Green) Line Plans to link the borough’s green spaces are taking shape with the first stages of the Islington Connect2 Route unveiled recently. The Gillespie Park extension provides a green and tranquil traffic-free alternative for pedestrians and cyclists and eventually the extension will be part of a wide network of walking and cycling routes connecting Finsbury Park to Highbury Corner. Financed by Islington Council’s £600,000 slice of Sustran’s £50 million Big Lottery Fund grant, Friends of Gillespie Park’s Diane Burridge said: “The Friends are thrilled that, after many years of campaigning, Islington has a unique new green walkway for everyone to enjoy.” By 2013, the Islington Connect2 Route will also include Highbury Corner, Highbury Place, Ronalds Road, Arvon Road, Drayton Park, Seven Sisters Road, Station Place and Stroud Green Road into Finsbury Park in Hackney.

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BLOOMING marvellous

Esther Jury tells Jenny White why gardening is childs play.

rriving on the eighth floor of Rowstock Estate in Islington, it is easy to spot the flat belonging to Esther Jury. A large pot plant adorns the outside and as she opens the front door, the hallway is strewn with gardening tools. Claiming she has the best view in London, Esther makes a beeline for her balcony which is filled with pot plants. She is right. From this North London council high-rise you can see London stretch before your eyes. Esther moved to the Rowstock 9 years ago and has become somewhat of a local ‘celebrity’ on the estate, thanks to what she calls her ‘obsessive, compulsive gardening’ behaviour. Her first observation when she moved in was the generous expanse of grass and large number of mature trees that shaped the estate. However, the flowerbeds were bare except for a few old rose shrubs

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and numerous weeds. Having filled her balcony with cuttings she started to do the same with the flower beds directly below her flat, ‘guerrilla-style’. “Eventually I was found out but the residents were all happy for me to do it and there was no negativity because, even if people don’t want to help me in the garden, everyone wants to look at something nice out of their window,” explains Esther who lives with her husband Tarek. “I got the Residents’ Association to give me the green light to go get some money and I managed to get £2000 from the council to do up the block.” Nine years on, and the estate has been transformed. A young, mixed, native hedge has been planted along the busy Camden Road, climbers are working their way up the estate wall, with shrubs and fruit tress filling the once exposed beds. Esther has help from adults on the estate and has a list of people

to call on when there is heavy work to be done but it is the children that are the most reliable. “The kids are actually really good at the heavy work,” laughs Esther. “We had a day where a truck of bark chippings arrived and only two adults (one of them being me) turned up to help. As soon as the kids arrived they were shovelling bark into wheel barrows and wheeling it around the estate.” Rowstock Estate was the first council estate to win Islington in Bloom in 2007 and all the children involved have a photocopy of the certificate of excellence for ‘London in Bloom’ which they received last year, on their wall. “Getting the kids involved is a very positive thing to do. At the moment they are all growing vegetables on their balconies and I get them coming up to me saying, ‘Esther my peas are this big!’” smiles Esther, who clearly loves being part of such an active community. She knows everyone on the estate by name and they all know her. “I showed all the children how to plant

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their vegetables and it not only gives them responsibility for something living but it is also very educational. Some of them didn’t even know that apples grow on trees, they just thought they came from a supermarket.” “A lot of kids come here to play who don’t even live on the estate and if they show any disrespect to the trees or plants, it is the children who have planted them who tell them off,” explains Esther. “They are very proud and they have a great desire to defend their space.” Future plans include applying for permission to turn an old, locked up football pitch into a vegetable allotment for residents to grow their own produce. It is clear that the children are a key element to the future of the estate and so they also get a say in what they believe is important. “A tree house,” laughs Esther. “That is what the children really want but I am not sure I will be able to get that past the local council. However, I will try my best.” 

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Art

For local residents, The Angel Wings and Halo have become an iconic structure in the heart of N1. Jenny White talks to artist Fiona Heron about her inspiration behind the sculptures.

or structures so majestic and immense, it is amazing how The Angel Wings and Halo that adorn the N1 centre have blended with the surrounding buildings and become part of the contemporary urban environment. They hover over locals and nearby shops, guarding their territory with grace. Designed by Fiona Heron and Wolfgang Buttress, the sculptures were the result of the duo winning a competition to design a piece of art that would best represent the area. “The brief was to create and build up the kiosk area and design some kind of gateway section, so effectively to create two separate pieces. However, our approach was very much to see them as one sculptural form,” explains Fiona, who was brought up in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire but now resides in Nottingham. “The Halo is a sculptural element but actually it

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is a gateway. It is a symbol and a sign-posting of where you are, so there is a functional element to it as well.” As an artist, Fiona doesn’t limit herself to just one medium and is not only a sculptor but also does work in photography, fine art, landscape architecture, and garden design. “I am very committed to integrated art. I am a three-dimensional thinker and my approach to my work is to see things in three dimensional form,” says Fiona. “It is about bringing together art within a context and creating beautiful and simple elegance.” Fiona no longer works in a partnership with Wolfgang and instead decided to go it alone, winning awards for projects such as the Lace Market Square in Nottingham, the Bromley Station Forecourt and the Urban Vision Photography Award. She is currently working on Shepherds Bush tube station, where her job is to integrate the

forecourt with some Georgian terraces that are situated to the side of the station. “I am developing etched glass screens that will link them,” she explains. “Here you will be able to see the clear element of threedimensional pieces linking in with the trees, making it very much a sculptural solution as well as a conceptual idea.” With a strong portfolio of public realm and regeneration work, it seems that Fiona is not an artist who does art for arts sake. “A lot of what I do is functional but my ideas come from a strong conceptual approach and I have to have a vision and a spirit of what I’m trying to achieve before I start anything else,” declares Fiona with an obvious passion. Having trained as a landscape architect, Fiona says that what inspires her work often depends on the commissions. Her work is so diverse, that inspiration comes in many forms. However, nature

and natural form has always been a major stimulation. “I have a strong emotional and spiritual affinity with nature,” explains Fiona who views plants as an artistic palette. “There are so many patterns in nature, organic patterns and repetitive patterns.” Fiona has achieved a great deal in her career since The Angel and Halo sculptures and is constantly involved in work around the country. But when she is back in the area she does come back to view her work, admitting it is a ‘positive thing’ to see her vision realised. “The connotations of the wings and the halo are very obvious and a lot of my work is a lot more subtle,” she clarifies. “But I think for the public to appreciate my work, that is always positive, because it is an intervention and was part of a development to the area that will be there for years to come.” n

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The reality of an ideal

Katherine Eriksson looks at the realities of aid and development in Africa, and asks if there ever will be a miracle-solution for this beautiful but troubled continent?

y favourite story about Africa involves a variant on the “why did the chicken cross the road?” story. Why did a chicken cross Zambia on a bus? Probably to get to the other side. Most likely to be eaten for dinner. My second favourite experience was in Malawi where the bus we were on had to have everyone get off the bus before it could make it up the hill; inconvenient to say the least. I still wonder whether the brakes worked very well when going down the hill – something you just don’t ask. Every eighteen-year-old who goes to Africa has these kinds of stories to bring back. Cute kids, chickens, and mosquito bites. Maybe, if you’re ‘lucky’, you’ll have a run-in with a mild tropical disease with which to wow your friends at home. These bright-eyed bushytailed foreigners go home with dreams to “save Africa”. But how? Does Africa need saving from itself? When we were little, we were told “eat everything on your plate, there are starving children in Africa”. Eventually every child catches on that eating everything on one’s plate will not make a difference to Africa – the end of poverty does not come from obeying your parents. This myth about development is obvious, but unfortunately there are many that are not and we are still trying to distinguish fact from fiction. Development experts, economists, politicians, activists – we all think we have the answer. We say to increase aid, improve governance, end war, and send medication. The G8 has continually pledged increased aid to Africa. George Bush started the Millennium Challenge Corporation, aimed at

giving aid to countries with good governance practices. The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for some of Africa’s biggest warlords. These are lots of large-scale solutions to a big problem. Jeffrey Sachs, author of The End of Poverty, started a series of Millennium Villages; villages where enormous amounts of money are invested with the theory that Africans just need enough money to escape a poverty trap of malnutrition, bad farming practices, and a failed health system. Bill Easterly, an economist at New York University, disagrees. In a very spirited exchange in theWall Street Journal recently, Easterly argued that to think the end of poverty can be bought, is to oversimplify the problem. Development economists, and policy makers in general, face a tough call. How do we bring enough attention to a problem without appearing condescending, or oversimplifying a complex issue? I’m sure Jeff Sachs wants to bring these people out of poverty – he believes that by getting enough attention to the idea of poverty traps, his theory about how to draw in resources for the fight against poverty will be recognized. A tourism organisation, unendorsed by Sachs, offers tours of the Rwandan Millennium Village. Their brochure asks visitors to avoid eating in public, as some of the villagers are still malnourished. Easterly argues this is condescending – poor Africans are not monkeys in a zoo. The tour operators say that they have generated resources for the villages since they share 70 per cent of revenue, and that they have attracted attention. There are two sides to most development stories.

Sachs favours top-down solutions, but there are thousands of people on the ground all over the world determining what works on a small scale. The new craze in economics is randomised experiments – does randomly giving an anti-malarial bed net to someone reduce the probability of contracting malaria? Can that person pay for half of the net so we can reach twice as many people? Does reducing class size in primary school increase test scores? Does informing the community about failures in their health care or education system

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community about failures in their health care or education system increase public involvement and therefore service delivery? These projects are wide-spread across every developing and even developed country – and all programs have shown mixed success. There is some evidence that targeting microfinance to women improves the welfare of children, but some evidence says that men are better able to make use of small business credit. Handing out textbooks to students

doesn’t seem to improve test scores, but making school uniforms available to middle-school students can increase school retention. Treating students for intestinal worms in Kenya improves attendance, but the effects fade to zero in the long run. Ultimately, the goal is to answer enough small questions to create a tool-kit for policy-makers. When evaluating such projects, we always ask three questions: Is the project sustainable and do the effects persist in the long-run? Can it be scaled up to a large government programme? Is the institutional framework in place to implement the programme? None of the small projects will work unless the political framework is in place. If every other bed net is stolen and sold on the black market, these projects will never be sustainable. The tension between good governance and aid is growing. Western governments at times have an

incentive to ‘move money’, no matter how efficient it is. Countries such as Uganda and Mozambique have government budgets funded almost as much by aid as by taxes. While this money no doubt helps fund vital health and education services, roads, and agricultural reform, it also insulates the government from democratic processes. The lack of transparency associated with so much money leads to corruption and cover-ups as outlined in Michela Wrong’s new book It’s Our Turn to Eat. The book follows John Githongo, a man who uncovered enough corruption in the Kenyan government to face death threats, and he was forced to leave the country. Anti-corruption programs are common in Africa, but unfortunately they are often without teeth and the people running them are either part of the corrupt party or are discouraged to speak up.

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peaceful elections. No matter what one thinks of Jacob Zuma, South Africa’s post-apartheid constitution is one of the strongest in the world. South Africa is also surrounded by a group of countries with strong economic growth and stable governments, Zimbabwe excluded of course. The ultimate test of any democracy is a peaceful transition from one party to another. Both Zambia and Malawi have had such transitions in the past five years. Mozambique has managed to pass power from one president to the next, even if it was within This program has been replicated in Mexico the same party. Botswana is as well. known as one of the most boring countries Tourism revenue is a major source of in Africa among my friends, because of its growth in many African countries. In South stable political climate and steady growth. Africa, tourism accounts for over eight per For all of the grand schemes to ‘develop cent of GDP, and the country hopes that will Africa’ and the small micro-projects aimed at grow to 12 per cent in the next few years. the most vulnerable, sustainable growth will With the Soccer World Cup in 2010, South depend on the private sector – the ability Africa will have gained 650,000 new jobs of products to compete on the international between building new stadiums and hiring market, public-private partnerships which workers for the World Cup itself. can enhance the public sector’s reach, and, With the 2010 World Cup, the Southern most importantly, the growth of tourism. African Development Community (SADC) Until recently, most African countries is planning to require one visa for all weren’t able to trade freely with the European visitors to countries neighbouring South Union and the USA. More recently, the Africa. That means fewer restrictions on African Growth and Opportunity Act movement and therefore more foreign (AGOA) opened up opportunities for trade visitors for these countries. between the USA and African countries. In The World Cup gives tourism industries 2007, the United States imported $3.4 billion across Southern Africa the chance to in imports, twice what it did in 2001. The expand their business and contribute to AGOA program is tied to good governance, the economy. Luxury but 40 countries were game reserves in eligible for trade in South Africa as well as Development 2007, more than ever. Botswana and other This act also includes experts, economists, neighboring countries, a yearly forum for the politicians, activists offer the chance to see private sector to discuss – we all think we have the “Big Five” – the marketing and export the answer. five largest animals in opportunities. Africa – while staying Private provision at a five star hotel. Mozambique has recently of public services can also take pressure off also concentrated its tourism investment governments. In Botswana, the Debswana towards the high-end traveller. There is mining company began providing antinothing more relaxing than a few days retroviral drugs for workers afflicted with staring at crystal blue water, soaking up the AIDS. One recent study showed that the sun and eating delicious prawns. company recouped up to 50 per cent of the Policy-makers have many options when cost in fewer sick days by its workers, which is it comes to aiding Africa, but the moral evidence that companies could pay part of the of the story is that there is no one answer. cost of medicines which improve productivity.

Ultimately, the private sector is what will drive long-term growth, but the government capability and will must be there. Smallscale development projects help the people they serve, but ultimately must be able to be scaled up to a larger population. As long as idealistic young students continue to travel around Africa on slightly rickety buses, the West will continue to look for solutions; hopefully more successful ones than we have tried so far. n Based at UCLA, Katherine Eriksson is currently studying for a PhD in Economics. With an academic background in Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Virginia Tech University and Oxford University, she has a keen interest in global economics, politics and third world development.

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WASHINGTON, DC Stephanie Baxter explores the political hub and capital city of the USA in just 24 hours

arack Obama; Forrest Gump; The White House; and the smash hit movie Independence Day. There are many clichés to Washington, some of which just have to be embraced. After all, what would a trip to Washington be without a trip to see the President’s house or Abe Lincoln sitting on his marble throne? Yet despite the clichés, there is something surprising about DC. Welcome to America’s most cultured, beautiful and green city. 9am: UNION STATION AND CAPITOL BUILDING Look no further for a sample of DC’s most impressive architecture. Modelled on the Roman baths of Diocletian, Union Station is a beautiful structure that dates back to 1908, and is well worth a look, even if it is only a train station. A short walk away is the Capitol building, the home of the US legislative government. Its façade alone is magnificently impressive, and it is possible to take a tour of the inside too. Queues, however, are almost always very long, so it’s probably not an option with a 24-hour visit to Washington. 10am: MUSEUM After a leisurely morning walk down Independence Avenue, the next stop should be to one of Washington’s numerous museums. And there’s certainly enough choice. The National Air & Space Museum, the National Museum of Natural History, the National Gallery of Art and the US Holocaust Memorial Museum are among those worth checking out most. 12pm: LUNCH A lovely walk up 15th Street towards the White House brings you to Pershing Park, opposite which sits a charming French bistro, Café du Parc (www.cafeduparc. com). Ask for a table outside for a truly

idyllic lunch, enjoying their famous Moules à la Marinière whilst taking in the stunning views of the park. 2pm: THE WHITE HOUSE No visit to Washington would be complete without at least catching a glimpse of the White House from the outside. It’s a pleasant surprise to see that you can get quite close to the President’s home, and a walk around the outside gives you a chance to see it from all angles. It’s a very complicated business getting on a tour of the house itself, which takes months of liaising with the US Embassy here in the UK. If you don’t have the time or the patience, the visitors’ centre is always an option. 3.30pm: AFTERNOON TEA AT THE WILLARD INTERCONTINENTAL Your walk around the White House will bring you back to Pershing Park, providing the perfect opportunity for a spot of afternoon tea at Washington’s most famous hotel. The Willard InterContinental (www. washington.intercontinental.com) is where Martin Luther king wrote his ‘I have a dream’ speech, and was favoured by many literary greats such as Mark Twain, Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson and Charles Dickens, as well as every American president since Franklin Pierce.You can almost smell the history. 5pm: LINCOLN MEMORIAL AND WASHINGTON MEMORIAL Going back towards the Mall and turning right on to Constitution Avenue, whilst being surprised just how green the city is, you will come to the most beautiful sight in all of Washington. Nothing can prepare you

for just how awe-inspiring the statue of Lincoln and its spectacular views down the Mall towards Washington Memorial are – no matter how the guidebooks try to describe it. 7pm: DINNER IN GEORGETOWN After all that sightseeing and soaking up the culture, you’ll deserve a chilled evening hanging out in the trendiest part of town. Georgetown is the Chelsea of Washington, and the presence of the university ensures that its frequenters are young and exciting. 1789 is the perfect choice for dinner, as it exudes the class and sophistication of its surroundings. And the food is delicious, of course (www.1789restaurant.com). 9.30pm: AFTER DINNER DRINKS Mie N Yu Lounge is the place to drink in Georgetown, with its sumptuous Asian feel and endless list of wines and cocktails (www. mienyu.com). It’s definitely the best spot to let your hair down after an absolutely packed day. Over a nice Martini you can rest easy in the knowledge that you’ve seen the best Washington has to offer. 

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Paradise

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The Caribbean reveals its addictive secret by Claire Saunders

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four-bedroom villas in 1½ acre plots across this national park resort. The epitome of unlimited indulgence, each set of glass and wooden shingled pavilions comes complete with personal staff and chef who strive to accommodate every wish and need that could possibly cross your mind. 8,000sq ft of living space is divided into three or four indoor/outdoor master bedroom pavilions, a glass surround living room and dining room pavilion, a fully outfitted kitchen, an infinity edged swimming pool with hardwood decking surround and outdoor dining. Whilst the general bar and pool facilities are available along with the local beaches, our tranquil pond-view villa was so serene and private we hardly wanted to leave it. Sunken, candlelit dining just outside our

own room ensured the most romantic and secluded of evenings and we ate like kings as our personal chef cooked up a storm. Whether you want to go totally carb-free or plump for a sumptuous feast, even the most complex dietary requirements are met; the seafood and Indonesian cuisine was particularly good with fresh fruits and salads for breakfast and lunch. Reclining on giant soft floor cushions watching the sun set each evening, I couldn’t imagine a thing you could worry about here; it truly was Paradise Found. n

For enquiries on purchasing a villa at Amanyara, contact: villas@amanresorts.com For enquiries on renting a villa at Amanyara, contact: reservations@amanresorts.com

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n “Amanjunkie”, as they have been dubbed by the travel industry, is a guest who develops an addiction to the international Aman Resorts from their very first visit; after a luxurious 3-night stay at Amanyara, I have wholeheartedly joined ranks amongst them. Since Amanpuri was established on Phuket Island nearly 20 years ago, Aman Resorts have grown from strength to strength. Worldwide there are now 18 resorts, each totally unique but sharing a common ethos centred on beauty, tranquillity and relaxation. Flawlessly finished, the unique and unspoilt environments adopted by Aman Resorts are integrated with natural architecture to create an environmentally friendly yet stunningly stylish hideaway. Amanyara itself was launched in 2006 and is located on a quiet strip of the western shore of Northwest Point of Providenciales; despite its view onto the Atlantic Ocean rather than the Caribbean Sea-fronts most resorts build on, the resort boasts half a mile of powdery white sands and baking hot sunshine. Guests can enjoy a range of water-based activities off the beach including snorkelling and scuba diving, or from within the resort, can soak up the sun from beside the 164ft black volcano stone infinity pool. The Atlantic coastline provides magnificent views from Amanyara and sipping a luscious papaya, banana and lime smoothie, I could look out onto the ocean and feel completely isolated from the world. What makes Amanyara even more spectacular however, is the seclusion and service offered by the elegant three or

VALUE ADDED

Josephine O’Donoghue looks at the ways you can add value to your home in the heart of the house: the kitchen

the electronic age

Urban Interior is pleased to announce the much anticipated arrival of S1, the latest high-tech kitchen design from SieMatic. Designed with the social kitchen in mind, the S kitchen creates the perfect living space within the contemporary domestic kitchen.Using the most advanced technology the unique ‘Smart Board’ device controls a complete multimedia system. Located beneath the wall cabinets, it contains touch controls that operate all electronic gadgets within the kitchen including, the extractor hood and the built in 17” flat screen LCD TV. Starting from around £100,000 there is a bespoke service offered to each individual customer. www.urbaninterior.co.uk

COOL CUBE

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Responding to the market trend for white glass, the Cube’s white facings are coordinated with stainless steel to give a striking focal point within the kitchen. Featuring electronic controls in addition to a handy remote control, this unusual and innovative design is able to adapt to a variety of kitchens, with options for both wall and island fixtures, and the choice of a recirculation kit. The wall mounted version can be further adapted to be fitted with or without the chimney flu.

Although you may not guess from the name, Goodwood Bathrooms are the insider’s industry secret for high-quality kitchens. Guaranteeing quality and individuality, the kitchens designed and fitted bespoke with personalised design and installation service using a huge choice of both traditional and contemporary ranges.

The Cube retails from around £883 Call 0117 938 1900 or visit www.caple.co.uk

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Sleek & Chic Adding to SieMatic’s detailed portfolio, the new SL101 brings an air of simple sophistication to the kitchen. Light oak doors are combined with feature fog grey, creating an effortless style with a Scandinavian-style edge. In fitting with the rest of the SL range, the 101 design embraces clean lines and sleek glossy colours. SieMatic’s

innovative interior storage system, MultiMatic, is hidden within the units to keep clutter out of sight, whilst at the same time increasing capacity by over a third. Surpassing all expectations, the new design creates an unprecedented elegance perfect for the modern home. The SL101 kitchens start from £20,000. Call 01438 369 251 or visit www.siematic.co.uk

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Since February, nearly all stainless steel cooling appliances manufactured by Liebherr have made use in the newest superproduct: SmartSteel. The leading German cooling appliance manufacturer is has once again established itself as one of the leading manufacturers in product innovation. Because stainless steel in kitchens can often end up looking tired and worn, Liebherr has created the specially treated SmartSteel to be scratch-resistant and a durable sealing is applied to the front wall of appliances, ensuring that the machine looks as good as new for years to come.

Refrigeration specialist Liebherr present their latest integrated wine storage cabinet; the perfect solution for home-owners who appreciate the benefits of correctly stored wine. Large enough to store eighteen bottles, it features a ‘finger touch’ electronic temperature control, on an adjustable scale from 5 to 20°C. Humidity can also be controlled, and all air entering the cabinet passes through a carbon filter to ensure purity.

The SmartSteel appliances retail from £499. Call 08444 122 655 or visit www.liebherr.co.uk

The WKEes553 has an approximate retail price of £950. Call 08444 122 655 or visit www.liebherr.co.uk

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ishal Sethi is an established interior designer who came to London five years ago to work at Upper Street’s, Revelloyd. He is now an integral part of the businesses full interior service, offering both private and commercial clients a bespoke design package. Established over 10 years ago in Islington, Revelloyd was started by Craig Revel Horwood and Lloyd Rooney and is well known in the area for the relaxed and friendly atmosphere the company offers. Business Revelloyd offers customers a full interior design service from space planning to colour consultation. We also have a reupholstery and curtain service and have the faculties to source rugs, carpets, wallpaper and any other kinds of fabrics a client may want. We have a wide range of furniture, both bespoke and standard sizes and offer a great selection of vintage classics, mainly from Denmark and England. Revelloyd has a good reputation for finding unusual one off items such as carved cedar wood chests from

Afghanistan or rosewood and chrome coffee tables by Merrow Associates. I was born in India and grew up in Australia and so I have a great love of strong, vibrant colours. My parents owned a rug shop so I spent a lot of time surrounded by designs, patterns and colours from around the globe and this has had a massive influence on me. During my five years with revelloyd, I have been lucky enough to work with a very talented team who all come from diverse backgrounds, which I find adds to and enhances the work we do. Because of our eclectic team it has led to successful projects such as a five star hotel in Tripoli, Libya, the interiors of gastro pubs such as the Duke of York in St John’s Wood and numerous private residents. Inspiration I am hugely influenced by the great designers and architects from the mid century modern movement. People such as Alvar Aalto and Robin Day whose ideal was all about clean lines mixed with organic

form to create warm and, most importantly, liveable interiors. I source my materials from all over the world. We have pieces that range from 18th Century Chinese altars to Ethiopian honey pots decorated with cowrie shells to Charlotte Perriand chairs. There are always things to discover and I love bringing new and quirky things into the store and our design consultancy. My interiors peeve is things that have no function or aesthetic quality. Nowadays there seem to be more and more pointless objects that just clutter our space, which we can do without. My interior tip is not to be afraid of colour, especially bold colour in a room. Touches of rich patterns and bold colours together can make a cold interior space look warm and inviting. If you are nervous about colour, never cover a sofa or a piece of big furniture in a bold colour as it is expensive and hard to change. Instead always use accessories or paint colour to add boldness to a room, as it is more fluid. What I love about being a designer

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is changing people’s interiors for the better. And even though I am the one hired to do the designing, I like allowing client’s to find their creative potential. In the future I would like to eventually return to Australia and open up a design and retail business. Home I couldn’t live without my mobile phone as it is the one thing that I always have with me when I leave home. It allows me to capture images and to connect with anybody

across the world, making it an invaluable creative communications tool. The last book I read was The Football Business by David Conn. I picked it up in a charity shop in the Cotswolds last week and simply devoured it, it was absolutely brilliant. My favourite artist is Banksy because I think everything he has done is great. I know that many people say that he is not an artist but I would strongly disagree. He is a satirist par excellence, poking fun at politics and culture for the most part, and

I am always delighted to see a new Banksy around London. My friends and I are actually planning a bike tour of all of Banksy’s work around the city. My signature drink is, due to the Australian in me, a long cold beer. My favourite place to hang out is Hampstead Heath which I love to go to when we are having glorious, sunny weather. And in the winter you will usually find me in the snug of a nice country pub preferably with a roaring fire. When I am not working I like to wander around English Heritage properties all over the country with my girlfriend. My favourite place is Eltham Palace and Osborne House – I find it both soothing and inspirational. My favourite room in my home is my bedroom. For me, it is a place of sanctuary from the world, something of a calming oasis. It is a space that is all about me (which is not particularly fair on the girlfriend!). 124-125 Upper Street, N1 1QP 020 7226 8501, www.revelloyd.com

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BARBEQUE BLISS Josephine O’Donoghue goes in search of the best barbeques on the market, from the fire-pit to the gas-guzzler

Alabama £399.99 B&Q www.diy.com

Summit Black E650 £1999 Weber www.weber.com

ust in case you didn’t know, the last week of May is officially National BBQ Week. The May halfterm marked the beginning of ‘real’ British summer-time – that is, when the weather is actually warm enough to cook food outside. So, as the weather improves, and we re-discover our gardens (had you forgotten you had a garden too?), it’s the perfect time to stock up with beers, invest in a shiny new grill and experiment with new cuts of meat and fish, spicy marinades and unusual summer recipes. Why not grill a swordfish steak next time you throw an alfresco dinner party, swap the supermarket burgers for organic veal sausages, or create delicious king prawn kebabs? The possibilities are endless. For inspiration and delicious recipe ideas, visit the official website www.nationalbbqweek.co.uk

and www.gastro-alfresco.co.uk, where you will also discover top tips and advice that are guaranteed to help you become a real grill-master! In the face of the credit crunch, the barbeque party is set to become more popular than ever this year – and if you think you might get into the trend, then a high-quality grill is absolutely essential. One of the most popular models for summer 2009 is the Alabama (B&Q, £399.99) – this gas barbeque beauty has a porcelain enamelled grill, a handy side-burner, electric ignition and chromed warming rack. This larger style gas-fuelled barbeque is a definite favourite with the boys, and is perfect for big groups and party hosts. For the serious barbeque chef (and we mean serious) The Summit Black from Weber (E650, £1,999) is the Aston Martin of the barbecue world – if Daniel Craig was looking for a barbecue, this is the one he would want. The design is flawless; it can function in any weather and allows you to cook almost anything with total ease. The Summit Black features up to six stainless steel burners, as well as a side burner, smoker box burner, infrared rotisserie burner and spit fork rotisserie attachment. Stainless steel Flavorizer® bars provide a delicious barbecue taste, the integrated thermometer makes it easy to regulate the temperature, and with two stainless steel work surfaces and six tool holders, the Summit Black means easy cooking with style.

Baltimore £59.98 B&Q www.diy.com

Fire pit grills have also enjoyed increasing popularity over the last few years; particularly with boys who enjoy the basic idea of building a fire, seeing the flames, and cooking meat over them! Portable pits are available at most DIY and home improvement stores; however, one of the most popular trends this summer is for the permanent fire pit. The Garden Fire Company (www. gardenfire.co.uk) offers a range of solid fuel pits, perfect for long summer evenings in the garden. Unlike chimeneas, the fire in these pits provides all round warmth and flame visibility and becomes the centrepiece of social outdoor evenings. Within a circular stone wall, the fire consists of a stainless steel ash collection tray, full-surround safety guard and steel grate – finished with a mesh fire guard for times when food is not being cooked. The robust construction and careful selection of materials allows the fire to be stored permanently outdoors and building is easy as no special site preparation is required, other than laying a couple of flagstones. 

Meridian F80. Listen closely. The Meridian F80, developed in collaboration with Ferrari, represents 30 years of audio research and manufacture condensed into a small and beautiful shell. It’s a complete system: a CD and DVD player with iPod connectivity and AM/FM/DAB digital radio. You’ll be amazed that something so compact allows you to hear more of your music, recovering buried information from the recording and producing a sound full of detail and depth. But then it shares the same technologies as Meridian’s flagship components and loudspeakers: sound systems so advanced that if a microphone can detect it, the system can reproduce it. Hearing really is believing.

www.meridian-audio.com

Produced under license of Ferrari SpA. FERRARI, the PRANCING HORSE device, all associated logos and distinctive designs are trademarks of Ferrari SpA. ‘iPod’ is a trademark of Apple Inc.

To arrange a demonstration of the F80 in the comfort, convenience and – most importantly – the actual acoustic environment of your own home, call 0800 242 5795 or email meridian@thomasfairchild.co.uk

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A great accessory for the office if you spend most of your life glued to an iPod or iPhone, GEAR4’s ChargeDock can fuel your obsession and sync it with iTunes. Using mains power or USB, ChargeDock is ‘Made for iPod’ and ‘Works With iPhone’ certified, and while it’s aimed at all office workers, travellers especially will appreciate its optional EU plug. GEAR4 ChargeDock for iPod& iPhone docking station £40 www.gear4store.com

OVER A BARREL

As well as being environmentally unfashionable, using virgin wood to make speakers can cause a harsh sound, something that Pioneer has gone to great lengths to avoid. Crafted from recycled 100-year-old white oak whiskey barrels no less, the hardness of these Pure Malt speakers prevents vibration and creates smooth and rich acoustics.

Pioneer Pure Malt Speakers £450 per pair www.pioneer.co.uk

PLUS POINTS

Does Freeview leave you non-plussed? A new system called Freeview+ lets you pause, play and rewind live TV – just like Sky+HD or Virgin Media – and LG’s latest upscaling DVD recorder is a great place to start. The perfect way to soup-up a HDTV, the RHT497H can record up to 477 hours of Freeview on its 160GB hard drive, including series links. In fact, as well as setting a series to record, you can burn it all to a DVD in super-fast time – a one hour show takes just 27 seconds. LG RHT497H Freeview+ DVD recorder £230 www.lge.co.uk

HI-DEF IN YOUR HAND

Further proof that hi-def is outgrowing the living room comes from Samsung’s new i8910 HD mobile phone. As well as being a thoroughly modern smartphone, the i8910 HD can take pictures in six megapixel quality and even shoot video in HD. It can even be attached to a HD Ready TV to watch the pinsharp results. Out now on the Orange network. Samsung i8910 HD mobile phone £500 www.samsung.co.uk

ZONING OUT

Once the reserve of the hugely wealthy, multi-room music and video is creeping down to affordable levels thanks to wireless tech. Highend custom installation brand Kaleidescape has just unleashed its Mini System, a complete multi-zone box that’s as easy to set-up as a DVD player. The Mini System can store around 225 DVDs or 2,500 CDs and makes it possible to watch a film in one room while music is played in two other rooms in the house. Its excellent interface is a joy to browse – it downloads cover art and even cross-references your collection to constantly suggest similar films, actors or bands. Kaleidescape Mini System £6,695 www.kaleidescape.com

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REMOTE CONTROL

Those of us who travel a lot often find ourselves in hotel rooms pining after our favourite show or a football match taking place in another time zone. Using the World Wide Web to its fullest, SlingboxPRO puts your lounge’s home entertainment set-up in your hand by streaming everything to either your laptop or a Windows Mobile-based smartphone; Freeview, Blu-ray, DVD, whatever. It can even stream near-HD quality video around your home. Slingbox PRO £200 www.slingmedia.com

CALLED TO THE BAR

With myriad wires and often tricky set-up, the masses are turning to more convenient soundbars for the home. Crystal Audio’s SSB-1 can be hooked-up to a TV, DVD player, PC, an iPod or MP3 player, even a games console. Its virtual surround soundfield, which uses eight separate speakers, is designed for movies while iPod owners will love the top’s universal charging dock. Crystal Audio SSB-1 Surround Soundbar £200 www.crystalaudiovideo.com

SEE THE LIGHTS

With flatscreen TVs increasingly sold at discount prices, the availability of truly high-end LCD TVs is on the wane. Philips’ latest 9604 series TVs – which come in 32-inch and 37-inch sizes – changes that. Though hardly expensive, these high-end aluminium, charcoal grey framed Full HD TVs pack in the features; NetTV connects to the internet wirelessly, while Ambilight emits dynamic colours from the sides that match whatever is showing on the screen. With five HDMI inputs and Philips’ impressive Perfect Pixel HD engine, you’ve got one of the most innovative takes on HDTV yet.

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It’s all very well having a Blu-ray player in your home, but what if your friends want to sample the delights of high definition? With this portable Blu-ray player – the only one on the market – you can not only take your discs out on the road and watch them on an 8.9-inch LCD screen (for around three hours on a full charge), but you can even hook it up to any HD Ready TV. As well as playing Blu-ray, DVD and CD, there’s an SD card slot for watching digital pictures and a headrest strap for in-car use – and you can even plug it into broadband to watch YouTube videos at home. Panasonic DMP-BD15 portable Blu-ray player £500 www.panasonic.co.uk

SPINNING AROUND

Even vinyl junkies need to face reality – the world is turning to MP3 – but that doesn’t mean those wanting to transfer their LPs to an iPod must sit in front of a PC for weeks converting their entire collection. Denon’s DP-200USB turntable comes with a built-in MP3 encoder, which converts songs to high quality 192 kbps MP3 files before saving them to a USB memory stick. If you do have a PC, all the better; software is included that scans each MP3 and searches for song names from the Internet. Denon DP-200USB turntable £200 www.denon.co.uk

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SUPERCAR Borrowing an awesome V10 engine from Lamborghini has moved the Audi R8 up a notch; and it was pretty good to start with, says Matthew Carter

hichever way you look at it, the Audi R8 is an incredible bit of kit. It took Porsche years, nay decades, to turn the 911 into the machine it is today, yet Audi got its midengined sports car pretty much spot-on right from the start. Head-turning looks (yes, I’ve got used to the contrasting ‘sideblade’ panel that splits the cockpit from the engine compartment), a beautiful interior, fabulous chassis and breathtaking performance: the R8 has it all. Well, nearly all. Bigger isn’t necessarily better, but in the case of the new R8 V10 it most certainly is. If there was one thing

‘wrong’ with the original R8 it was that its quattro four-wheel drive chassis could clearly handle more power than the 4.2-litre V8 could deliver. Audi’s answer has been to have a look-see what other engines are to be found in the Volkswagen Group parts bin, choose something suitable and pop it in the back of the R8. Given that the VW group embraces such marques as Skoda and SEAT it comes as something of a relief to reveal that Audi has ‘borrowed’ the 5.2-litre V10 that usually performs sterling service in the back of the Lamborghini Gallardo. And the result is explosive. According the Audi, the R8 V10 has a top speed just 4mph

short of 200mph and it’ll sprint to 60mph in less than 3.9 seconds.Yes, I know, nobody needs that sort of performance in our camera strewn, speed humped island – but who cares? It’s an intoxicating, legal drug that gets into your veins and delivers a real high. Of course, I never took it above 70mph… If the original R8 targeted the 911, the V10 version is aimed squarely at the 911 Turbo. Not only does its performance match that of the Porsche, at a few quid short of £100,000 it’s right on Turbo money, too. But the Audi R8 has something the Porsche will never have: exclusivity. For every ten 911s, SL63 AMG Mercs or even Aston Martin DB9s you see, you’ll be

lucky to spot one R8. In fact it’s probably rarer than its flighty Italian cousin, the Gallardo. And in circles where one-upmanship is key, that gives the Audi a huge advantage. Fortunately the R8 V10 has considerable strength in depth. The chassis might have fourwheel drive but most of the power goes to the rear wheels – the split is 30/70 front to rear. This gives the car a rearward handling bias to keep the enthusiast driver happy, but gives the front wheels enough grip to pull the car through turns, no matter what the weather. Best of all is the steering. Perfectly weighted and gloriously direct, the steering will be a revelation for anyone used to the

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it too, which is why the R8 V10 over-light systems dulled by too take your breath away. Despite behaves just like an A3 when much power assistance found on the bigger engine and extra conditions demand. The huge most cars these days. The result levels of standard equipment, power output of the V10 engine is flatters even the most cackthe increase in weight over the matched by a great wall of torque handed of drivers into thinking V8-power version is just 31kg, – the engine’s pulling power – they’re something special. meaning that virtually none of meaning the Supercar R8 is happy to handling is Yes, I know, nobody needs that sort of trickle through matched performance in our camera strewn, speed traffic with the by supercar humped island – but who cares? best of them. performance. The terms The ordinary R8 is no slouch but the extra 105hp the extra power is wasted hauling ‘usable’ and ‘supercar’ used to be mutually exclusive. The 911 provided by the Lamborghini about extra avoirdupois. changed that, but the Audi takes engine moves performance up That glorious engine will spin driveability to a new level. a level or two. Best of all, this is happily up its 8,700rpm red It doesn’t do too badly on the a naturally aspirated engine so line, providing a real punch in practicality front, either. With there’s no waiting for a turbo the back, and a spine tingling only two seats and a bloody great to spin up before power can be soundtrack as it does so. Mix engine filling the space where unleashed. in exceptional handling and Its performance really does exemplary braking power and the the rear seats and boot would usually go, it’s never going to be R8 V10 makes a mockery of UK as sensible as a Volvo estate. But speed limits: to get close to the new Audi’s potential you either the beautifully appointed cabin need your own race track or does have reasonable oddment should consider a second home in space and while the front luggage Germany close to an unrestricted compartment isn’t huge, it’ll take stretch of Autobahn. a couple of soft bags. Enough for The ride, too, is a revelation. a weekend away, in other words. And then there’s the price. At Audi has fitted its advanced £100k it is nominally £20,000 magnetic ride dampers as more than the V8-powered standard: the system uses version, but around half of magnetic particles in the damper that is accounted for by extra fluid which alters the viscosity of the fluid when a voltage is passed standard equipment including through. This in turn stiffens a premium sound system, or softens the suspension as satellite navigation, electrically heated and adjustable seats, conditions demand. It works! the magnetic ride system, LED Perhaps the only fly in the headlights and a lighting system ointment is the transmission: that illuminates the engine bay. avoid the R-Tronic auto which is Very important that. not only a costly extra but also none too subtle in its shifts. Stick The R8 V8 remains a superb instead to the slick six-speed sports car, but the visually similar V10 version – different wheels, manual and click-clack the lever oval tailpipes and V10 badges is through the exposed gate like a about it – really does move Audi professional. OK, so performance like this into the supercar league. It’s an is not necessary, and Audi knows awesome machine. n

GETTING BETTER ALL THE TIME Improving the Boxster S is a near impossible task, reckons Matthew Carter, yet Porsche has done just that. But, please, don’t call it new

f there’s an overused word in the motoring world, it’s ‘new’. Every time a manufacturer changes a door handle or offers a different style of alloy wheel on an existing model, they proclaim the result to be new. So it was with a slightly jaundiced eye that I drove the ‘new’ Porsche Boxster S. It’s been around since late 1996, the Boxster, with a mild facelift in 2005. This latest version, frankly, looks much the same as it ever did. Search the 2009 version for changes and if you really know your stuff you’ll spot the different lights front and rear, the LED running lights, larger air intakes at the front and new alloy wheel designs. Not much new there, then. But you’ve got to remember that Porsche is an engineering–led company and the real reason the latest Boxster and Boxster S model can claim ‘new’ status lies under the bonnet… er, bootlid. In both cases, beneath the rear luggage compartments lie new engines. The six-cylinder unit in the Boxster has been increased in size to 2.9-litres, while that in the S grows to 3.4-litres and now features direct fuel injection. In effect, the engine in the S is a scaled down version of the latest unit introduced to the 911 range last year. Power is up over the old S to 310hp, a rise of 15hp. But while it doesn’t deliver much in the way of a performance gain – top speed is still around 170mph and 0-62mph takes 5.3 seconds – the new engine feels smoother, is more economical and

produces fewer emissions; the latter is down by around 16 per cent. One of the other significant changes made to the car is the option of the PDK gearbox (that’s Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetribe to you). PDK is a fast shifting double clutch gearbox that works as an automatic or, via paddle shifts, as a manual. It’s good, but the standard six-speed manual is even better and puts you in total control. Save your money and spend it on the sat nav option instead. But whichever transmission you opt for, it translates into a car that’s even better than it was before. Bury the throttle and the car surges away accompanied by a wild howl from that glorious flat-six engine. The handling and ride are every bit as good as you’d expect from a Porsche and the cabin, while broadly unchanged, remains a model of how it should be done. There’s just the right combination of comfort and purpose, functionality and fashion. Even the hood is near perfect. Unlike rivals who have gone the folding hardtop route, Porsche has stuck with a fabric roof. It weighs less, can be lowered and raised more quickly and it steals less space when stowed away. Any potential loss of refinement over a tin lid is countered by the roof’s construction: it’s a triple-layered affair complete with a proper glass rear window. As an every day car, the Boxster S delivers – unless you need something for the school run, of course. Although it’s only a two seater, in many ways it’s a more practical proposition than a 911. The luggage area in the nose is all but identical in both cars, but the Boxster also has a roomy boot at the rear

while the 911 owner has to turn the (frankly useless) rear seats into a makeshift parcel shelf if more luggage space is needed. As far as I’m concerned the Boxster is a better drive, too. Heresy to some perhaps, but by being smaller and lighter it feels more nimble, more wieldy than its big brother. And it’s cheaper. The basic S costs virtually £40,500 and while you’ll want/ need to plunder the options list for a few desirable extras, you should be able to get away with a well specc’d car for around £45,000. You’ll need another £20k to get into a comparable 911. It might not be new in the strictest sense, but the latest incarnation of the Boxster is the best yet. Now, Porsche, when can we see a really new Boxster? n

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BACK TO THE FUTURE

t’s taken a number of years, but Citroën has finally remembered what it does best: developing interesting cars that don’t follow the herd. Once upon a time Citroën was the most avant-garde car maker of them all. The stunning DS was still ahead of the rest when it died in 1976: when it arrived in 1955 it was like something from outer space. Gradually, though, the need to survive saw the French company sink to badgeengineering Peugeots. But the future is looking brighter. The GTbyCitroën (yes, all one word: blame the marketing people) is a stunning two-seater concept that’s a joint venture between Citroën and Polyphony, creators of the driving simulator game Gran Turismo5. Only this is no digital dream but a real car that works. Nearly five metres long and just over a metre tall, the car is dominated by its huge windscreen and gullwing doors. After winning the prestigious Louis Vuitton Classic Concept Award last year, the GTbyCitroën has taken to the tracks. It completed laps of honour at the Nürburgring and Le Mans 24 Hour races and was one of the stars at the recent Goodwood Festival of Speed weekend where it took part in the famed Sunday Times Supercar Run. So far so good. Now Citroën, how about putting the thing into production? n

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rriving at Kimantra Urban Spa on a Friday afternoon, after what seemed to have been a never ending and relentless week at work, I was looking forward to taking time out to relax before heading out for the evening. Hidden within Camden Passage, in the heart of Islington, Kimantra is truly an urban spa designed to shut out the daily grind of city life. With welcoming rich aromas of exotic oils, a sumptuous waiting area on the first floor, friendly staff and plenty of relaxing treatments to choose from, I am instantly feel the stresses of the week disappearing. Kimantra is the vision of Kingsley Ogedengbe, a former athlete and massage Guru, who has created his own powerful massage techniques designed to rejuvenate the body. I opt to have a deep tissue massage and then afterwards take advantage of their new, in-house make-up artist. But, while I am perusing their treatment list, I spot a rather unusual treatment – Bathing on the Roof. Now there are two types of people in this world. Those that love having a bath and those that don’t. Some people just don’t see the appeal of sitting in a bathtub of soothing, warm water, filled with bubbles and essential oils and taking the time to shut out the daily grind. I, however, am not one of these people and I love a good, long soak. Take for

example my weekly ritual. Every Sunday I run myself a hot bath, switch my phone off and lock myself away with the Sunday papers. I have even been known to take a nap. So, with this in mind I sign myself up for this treatment in the hope that it will help me feel fresh and relaxed for my evening ahead. Bathing on the roof pretty much does what it says on the tin. With a large bath situated in a stylish bathroom with a standing shower to wash you hair afterwards if you wish, essential oil and bath salts exclusive to Kimantra, are added to the water. A large skylight above the bath gives the feeling that you really are taking a bath in the roof and made the experience even more therapeutic. Once on the massage table, my skin still soft and supple from all the oils in my bath, my masseur dims the lights and begins what has to be one of the best massages I have ever had. With hot oil poured onto my skin, the technique used felt as if there were dozens of hands massaging my body and within a minute I am totally relaxed. By the time I manage to peel myself off the massage table and plonk myself in the make-up chair my skin is looking glowing from all the oil. Christoph is my make-up artist and for an hour not only applies my make-up for the night ahead but teaches me amazing make-up tricks to take home with me. The make-up that is used on me is a unique

brand to Kimantra and is sold in the spa. Christoph is highly entertaining and extremely talented and by the time I head out of Kimantra, looking fantastic I might add, I am feeling re-energised and ready for the night ahead. n 5 Camden Passage, N1 8EU www.kimantra.com All images by V.A. Herbert

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Doing it for the Girls

Kelly Green works up a sweat and finds an alternative to the gym

'm sure that I am not alone in finding traditional gyms intimidating, confusing and ultimately unsustainable. The founders of New River saw that there was a need for a new approach to fitness and the company based in Islington was born. The idea was to create a women-only express gym. So, that is where I headed to see if I could find a fitness regime that would work for me. New River offers busy, time-pressed London women a convenient and friendly way to maximize a full body workout in just 30 minutes. Their mission of “making exercise a part of your life for the rest of your life” is embedded into this facility, which removes the usual barriers to exercise that many women find hard to overcome. With the help of a personal and friendly service delivered by top rated trainers who help make the workouts enjoyable, New River also offers free kids facilities, flexible memberships and lovely changing rooms. I started with the 30 minute New River workout, which promises lasting weight-

control and health. The fun & fast-paced workout consisted of a circle of 20 different exercise stations that are suitable for all ability levels. These consisted of hydraulic slimming machines, jogging platforms, rebounders, skipping ropes, weighted hula hoops and lots of other exercises, which keep the work out fun and varied. The qualified trainers were always on hand to coach me in using the equipment and keep me motivated. The hydraulic machines didn’t turn out to be as scary as they sounded, especially as they are designed with women in mind. Unlike conventional weight machines that are more inclined to build muscle mass, they help you to slim and toned and are suitable for any age.I discovered that the harder I tried, the harder the resistancevery similar to the act of moving your hand through water; if you do it fast, it’s hard, if you do it slow it’s easy. Then as I started to get a bit too good over the following weeks, there were 6 levels of resistance for that extra workout! After the first month doing the New River Workout

three times a week I could see the difference in the tone and definition of my body and I lost weight - fantastic! Conveniently located in the heart of Islington on Essex Road, New River not only provides it’s signature workout but is now also opening a new Power Plate studio this August, which will offer affordable express classes. The Power Plate (Madonna’s exercise machine of choice!) is famous for producing extraordinary results and tackling those really tricky problem areas that just won’t budge! Both one-on-one sessions and group classes will be available, led by qualified Power Plate instructors to help you achieve your dream results - sign me up! n New River- Express Fitness for Women 321 Essex Road Islington London N1 2BD 0207 226 5444 www.newriverwomen.co.uk

FIGHTING THE

PANDEMIC Helen McInnes examines the global response to the swine flu pandemic and asks whether the world is seriously overreacting?

n 18 March 2009 the first diagnosis of swine flu in humans was made in Mexico City, leading to a five-day shut down of all non-essential activities across the country. As the outbreak spread to the USA and beyond, dramatic containment measures were taken. Mounting hysteria saw entire hotels quarantined, school closures and calls to shut down national borders. As a new strain of influenza, the global population has been exposed to a virus to which we have little or no immunity. Spreading across the globe, the virus has been deemed ‘unstoppable’, reaching Phase 6 of the UN’s World Health Organisation alert level – its highest level, and one not seen since 1968. The global response has been one of panic, seen from the mass distribution of ineffectual face masks, to the ‘aggressive’ approach taken by Britain (contributing to the relatively low rates of infection and mortality rates). Despite assurances from international health officials from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Food and Agricultural Organisation

(FAO) that pork is safe to eat China, Russia and more than a dozen other countries were still banning pork imports from the USA. In late April, the Egyptian Government began to kill all 300,000 pigs in Egypt, despite a lack of evidence that the pigs had, or were even suspected of having, the virus. Should the pandemic make a resurgence in the autumn, the Oxford Economics think-tank has forecast that world GDP would be cut by around US$2.5 trillion in that six month period, or 3.5 per cent of 2009.The virus could ‘prolong the rise in inflation, threaten already fragile businesses and put further strain on financial markets and fiscal balances’. The report went on to warn that ‘there is a significant risk that the pandemic might trigger a set of unfavourable behavioural changes that tip the world into deflation’.The outlook for the UK is equally dire. In April, the Federation of Small Businesses claimed that absenteeism from swine flu could cost UK businesses £1.5bn per day should 25 per cent of the UK workforce be affected by the virus, as the Department of Health has predicted.

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A vaccine doesn’t exist yet, but swine flu can be treated with antiviral medicines oseltamavir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza). Currently there are 220 million treatments stockpiled worldwide. With current production capacity standing at 400 million, governments are clamouring for advanced supply guarantees. The UK already has sufficient vaccines to treat half the population, but has placed orders to increase its stockpiles to treat 50 million cases of swine flu. The US has already purchased H1N1 treatments from Novartis to the value of $28m. These antivirals however, can only ease the symptoms, reduce the period of sickness by just one day and diminish the potential for serious complications, such as pneumonia. Certainly, these doomsday scenarios which have triggered a global panic refer to the rather mild symptoms which we experience with normal seasonal flu; fever, cough, headaches, sore throat. Swine flu, or Influenza A (H1N1), mainly affects the 2060 year age group which is indeed unusual. However, with only 44,000 cases of swine flu documented to date, the frightening scenarios depicted above lack credibility. Most people will be able to remember previous media-induced panics surrounding the alleged danger from first SARS and then from avian flu. According to the Asian Development Bank, the cost of SARS for East and Southeast Asia was approximately $18bn, a blip for countries such as

China, despite predictions of “severe macroeconomic consequences” made by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The WHO has admitted that the pandemic has thus far been measured by its spread and not by its severity, which has to be

swine flu has reinforced one shameful truth; the startling inequity with which the developed world values human life relatively mild. Citing the devastating 1918 ‘Spanish Flu’ where 50 million succumbed to a particularity virulent strain of the H1N1 virus, many feel that the emergency lies in the potential severity of swine flu. There is no evidence to suggest that the current strain of H1N1 is likely to mutate into a more virulent strain of the flu, yet pharmaceutical companies race to develop a vaccine while simultaneously arranging ‘sleeper contracts’ with governments. These governments are desperate to appear prepared and in control of a situation of panic, which has been stoked by media attention. Perhaps more worrying is that swine flu has reinforced one shameful truth; the startling inequity with which the developed world values human life. This point goes beyond the cursory attention paid to the inequitable distribution of limited anti-viral swine flu treatments. In the same time that swine flu has tragically claimed over 180 lives across the globe, thousands of lives have been lost to other, more enduring global pandemics. Like swine flu, tuberculosis is contagious and spreads through the air. The current treatment for TB, which killed 1.7 million in 2006, is a product of the best scientific advances of the 1960s. It has been estimated that the need for TB research funding globally amounts to €1.4bn, although only about a fifth of this figure is actually being provided, according to Médecins Sans Frontières. HIV has been classified as a pandemic for more than 30 years and has seen no

substantial breakthroughs, despite the fact that 25 million people have died from AIDS related illness since 1981. Of the two million people that died from HIV/AIDS in 2007, most were under the age of 25. This equates to 5,700 people per day. Malaria is an entirely preventable pandemic, eradicated in America during the 1950s. Increasingly drug resistant mosquito vectors kill more than one million people across 107 countries per year, according to the World Bank who estimates that malaria reduces GDP growth by approximately one per cent per year. Malaria disease management is recognised as an essential component of global health development by the World Bank, yet research and development into vaccinations is chronically underfunded.The UN’s Global Fund to fight malaria,TB and HIV, established to increase resources to treat the three pandemics, is facing severe cut backs from governments this year, leaving a $2.5bn gap for 2009. “Malaria; drug-resistant tuberculosis; they are killing people every day,” said Dr. Sam Zaramba, Uganda’s chief medical officer at the World Health Assembly. “If all the emphasis that has been put on swine flu had been put on malaria and TB, we would have made a bigger impact on health.” WHO spokesman Thomas Abraham admitted that issues focusing on certain diseases had to be dropped from their annual World Health Assembly meeting when the agency’s 193 member nations decided to focus on fighting the swine flu outbreak and efforts to produce a vaccine. Swine flu is significantly less virulent than other global health pandemics. The actuality of the devastating potential of swine flu is still largely unknown and even the how the virus will develop is still ambiguous. As we feel that a clearer picture emerges, we must be cautious; after all, avian flu did not mutate in the way that public health officials had anticipated. There are current global pandemics which are taking millions of lives globally. Surely it is these pandemics which should capture our attention and direct the allocation of our resources? n

WORKING NOTICE PERIODS

Dear Clare I have just resigned from my current job and my new employer wants me to start straight away - do I have to work my notice?

Regards, Sally

Dear Sally,

In short, the answer is almost certainly yes, unless your employer agrees otherwise.You will need to look at your contract to determine exactly how much notice you need to give your current employer. Depending on your position and business sector, contractual notice can range from as little as 1 week, to 12 months for senior employees. Your employer may also have the right to place you on garden leave during your notice period.You would still receive salary and benefits but would not be able to work or contact clients or colleagues for work reasons during that period. You would normally owe all other duties to your employer, including the duty of fidelity; this would prevent you starting a new job with a competitor during your notice.You should

Martin’$ Money Matter$

Forget about pensions Martin Bamford, Chartered Financial Planner, Informed Choice

t’s not good news for retirement plans at the moment. A recent study looking at the ‘perfect storm’ of demographic, individual and financial elements on plans for retirement just about concluded that avoiding abject poverty in retirement is nearly impossible; unless you do something about it right now. The recession has hit a lot of people hard and many of you are feeling the pinch. However, short term survival tactics to keep afloat could have a serious impact on your income in retirement. What retirement planning really boils down to is a need to forget about pensions, at least for

the time-being. Before you start thinking about the retirement planning vehicle – and pensions really are only an investment tax-wrapper – you need to make some more fundamental decisions.These decisions start with deciding how much income you need in retirement and then work your way back to decisions about your lifestyle today. Many of the people I work with need to make tough decisions about their spending habits and lifestyle before they can consider retirement planning. We work predominantly with high earners. On the face

therefore check what your contract says about notice, garden leave and also whether there are any post-termination covenants, which may in certain circumstances also prevent you from joining a competitor for a period of time after you leave. If you were to leave immediately without working your notice period or remaining on garden leave, you could be in breach of your employment contract.Your current employer could, in theory, threaten you with legal proceedings. If it were successful in obtaining an injunction, you could be liable for your employer’s costs, as well as your own in defending such proceedings.Your employer could also claim compensation for any losses it sustains as a result of your breach. For example, if it had to employ a temporary employee to cover your work load, you could be liable for those costs. If you hold a senior position and owe what is called fiduciary duties (the highest level of trust owed) to your employer, you could also be liable to account for any profits you make for your new employer as a result of joining them early. If you are leaving because you think your employer has fundamentally breached your employment contract, you may be able to claim constructive dismissal, entitling you to leave straight away.This is however a very uncertain and risky route on which you should take careful advice first. Depending on your circumstances, your best option may be to speak to your line manager.They might welcome this as an easy way to cut costs quickly. Good luck!

Clare Clare Murray is managing partner at employment law firm, CM Murray LLP. To submit a query, email clare. murray@cm-murray.com The contents of this column are for general purposes only. Specialist legal advice should be taken regarding specific circumstances.

of it they would seem to be comfortable from a financial perspective.Their salary and bonus are enough to live a fairly opulent lifestyle as well as maintaining financial commitments such as large mortgages and private school fees. But that is often as far as the money will stretch. We find that many people are guilty of allowing their expenditure to rise to meet their income. Regardless of the level of that income, it is human-nature to spend more when you earn more. At one level this feels like making progress. At another it is incredibly short-sighted because it can only last for as long as you are in gainful employment. The budget which balances perfectly each month but makes little or no provision for the long-term future is a budget destined to drive you off the edge of a cliff one day.You might enjoy that lifestyle now, but once your

power to earn comes to an end you are left with a huge gap between income and desired expenditure. Remember also that current longer life expectancy requires a big pot of money when you retire. A recent male client aiming to retire at 65 discovered that he requires a capital fund of over £1m to produce the net retirement income he needs of £60,000 a year. And women typically live for longer so need an even larger retirement fund. For the time being, I suggest that you forget about pensions and work out the bigger picture. Where are you today and where would you like to be in the future? Then you can start looking at the details of retirement planning, but don’t leave it for too long.You might just find that your own retirement planning cliff is arriving sooner than you thought n

littleblackbook

Pens at the ready, as we round up this month’s best deals, bargains and must-haves

My Little Black Book

Shop ‘til you drop Find a bargain at Diverse on Upper Street. With a massive sale all July, this family business offers an intuitive mix of new and exciting designers and unique accessories from around the world.

Food for thought You’ve paid off your holiday and just about paid off the store cards that you put your entire new summer wardrobe on and now you are feeling a little short on cash. However, this doesn’t mean you have to stay home every night. Here are some of the best restaurant deals in the area that won’t break the bank. Where: Antonio’s Ristorante, 134 -137 Upper Street. Cuisine: Italian Offer: 2 courses and a complimentary glass of wine for £15 from Sunday to Thursday. Runs until the end July 20th and bookings are to be made via www.toptable.co.uk.

We Love… Kimono Dress, £45 from www.asos.com Perfect for drinking cocktails in at Loungelover Bar, 1 Whitby Street, Brick Lane, Shoreditch.

Where: Sangria, 88 Upper Street. Cuisine: Spanish Tapas Bar Offer: Monday – Tuesday after 7pm get a free desert when you order a bottle of wine or a jug of sangria. Monday – Friday, 5pm – 7pm Happy Hour where you can get 2 for 1 sangria. Or try Paella Sunday; get paella for two people and half a jug of sangria for £26.95

Pamper yourself For the month of July Kimantra Urban Spa in Camden Passage, have a great online offer giving customers the chance to get 25% and 50% off their blissful deep tissue massage. Just log onto their website www.kimantra. co.uk and print of the vouchers – it is as simple as that! This fabulous unisex spa provides customers with a relaxing environment that guarantees a memorable experience.

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Vicinitee VIP members gain access to an exciting world of exclusive concessions and privileges. We provide the perfect opportunities to relax and spend time with other like-minded people and our events provide the ideal platform for this with regular invitations to exclusive parties and events - ranging from the simple & elegant, to the wild & extreme. Our parties are by invitation only and take place in stylish London locations or at famous sporting and social events. Our association with The Renaissance Club, means Vicinitee VIP members enjoy access to hundreds of exclusive deals, brokered with London’s leading bars, restaurants, retailers, nightclubs and essential services - enhancing your lifestyle whilst saving you time & money. We only form partnerships with companies that members have requested, or that we would use ourselves. Now the legwork has been done – all you have to do is go out and enjoy the afﬁliations and the privileges arranged on your behalf.

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EVENTS NOT TO BE MISSED! 22nd - 24th July Salon Privé, Hurlingham Club, Fulham, SW6. Salon Privé is the UK’s ultimate Super Car Event and Concours d’Elégance. It offers a unique opportunity to see the most exotic modern and vintage super cars in the world, within the exquisite grounds of The Hurlingham Club. Enjoy the “Garden Party” atmosphere in the day, or the sumptuous dinner and dancing package through the evening. With its high proﬁle guests and array of entertaining things to do, Salon Privé is one of only two daytime Hurlingham events per year, and the only evening event open to non-members, affording guests a unique experience and priceless backdrop to this stunning spectacle.

1st - 5th July The Royal Regatta, Henley, Oxfordshire. For the ultimate English Summer Event, Boating, Boaters, Pimms, picnics, jazz bands and curious school ties. Now in its 170th year, this regatta is one of the pinnacles of the Summer Social Calendar. If you know nothing about boating, do not fear, you will most likely leave the event in the same light but having had a quintessentially ‘English’ day out.

16 - 19th July Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup, at Cowdray Park, W.Sussex. Here is where Chelsea goes to watch Polo. Super exclusive and in the depth of beautiful Sussex. Fine Champagne, The Beautiful people and a beautiful sport.

26th July Cartier International Polo, Windsor Great Park. The ultimate playboy’s sport provides the culmination of the Summer Social calendar in Her Majesty’s back yard. If you were to pick just one event that has the best array of all that is great about the English Summer, this is the one.

To view our event calender, see our forthcoming VIP parties or simply browse through our exclusive deals and concessions, visit www.vicinitee.com/vip

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featuredbars KESTON LODGE Loved by locals for its soothing decor and inviting sofas, Keston Lodge is one of those places you can always rely on regardless of how you’re feeling. It is equally good for a serious Saturday night session or a chilled Sunday morning wind down. P.S. Did we mention that the food is great and fairly reasonable too. Well recommended.

aDDRESS: 131 Upper Street Islington N1 1QP OpENiNG TimES Mon/Tues/Wed: 12pm - 12am Thurs: 12pm - 1am Fri: 12pm - 2.30am Sat: 12pm - 3am Sun: 12pm - 11:30pm Kitchen open 12-4pm & 6-10pm daily

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39 Camden Passage Islington N1 8EA ☎ 0207 226 3535

3 Chapel Market Islington N1 9EZ ☎ 020 7278 1001

39a Hoxton Square N1 6NN ☎ 020 7739 3939

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THE HAT AND FEATHERS PRIVATE DINING ROOMS

CRUSE9

THE BOWLER 28-32 Bowling Green Lane, EC1R 0BJ 020 7837 4141 www.thebowler.co.uk

62 Halliford Street, N1 3HF 020 7354 8099 www.cruse9.com

1st Floor, 2 Clerkenwell Road, EC1M 5PQ 020 7490 2371 www.hatandfeathers.com

Signature Dish Pork Sausage with crushed new potatoes & caramelised onions. Homemade top side beef burger, hand cut chips, salad and red onion chutney Opening Times Food served Mon – Fri 12:00 - 15:00, 18:00 - 21:00 OFFERS Available for weekend functions (no charge) Average price per head £8.95

Signature Dish Yaki Udon Assiette of Duck – an assiette of stuffed duck leg, duck breast, and seared foie gras on a bed of caramelised apple with a calvados and port sauce Set Menu 2 courses £19.50, 3 Courses £23.50 Recommended Wine Pinot Noir, Yering Station 2004, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia Opening Times Tues – Sat 12-30 – 23:30 Sun 12:30 – 22:30 Average price per head £26

Signature Dish Oven roasted pork tenderloin, smoked pomme puree, creamed, savoy cabbage, caramelised comice pear and apple Set Menu 3 courses £24.95 Recommended Wine Marlborough Hills Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand 2007 Opening Times Private dining only Monday – Saturday 12.00 – 15.00, 18.00 – 21.00 Offers 3 courses and glass of champagne £29.95 Average price per head £24.95

ALMEIDA FRENCH RESTAURANT & WINE BAR 30 Almeida St N1 ☎ 020 7354 4777

French

BROWNS

9 Islington Green, Islington N1 2XH ☎ 0871 971 7661

British

CAMINO

3 Varnishers Yard, Regents Quarter, King’s Cross N1 9FD ☎ 020 7841 7331 Spanish

CLUB GARCON

57 West Smithfield EC1A 9DS ☎ 0207 7960600

French

2 Exmouth Market Farringdon EC1R 4PX ☎ 020 7278 0077 American

FIG RESTAURANT

169 Hemingford Road Islington N1 1DA British/ ☎ 020 7609 3009 Scandanavian

FIFTEEN LONDON Italian

GALLIPOLI BAZAAR TURKISH & MORROCAN RESTAURANT 107 Upper St N1 1QN ☎ 020 7226 5333

RODIZIO RICO

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35-37 Greenhill Rents Cowcross St EC1M 6BN ☎ 020 7017 1930 British 30 Highbury Park Highbury N5 2AA ☎ 020 7359 7440

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141 – 142 Upper Street N1 1QY ☎ 0207 288 2488

Turkish

140a Upper Street, N1 1QY ☎ 0871 3327745

Italian

4 West Smithfield EC1A 9JX ☎ 020 7489 7033

Japanese

108 Essex Rd N1 8LX ☎ 020 7226 5551 Pan American

SMITHS OF SMITHFIELD French

MERCADO BAR & CANTINA

26-30 Church Street Stoke Newington N16 0LU ☎ 020 7923 0555 Mexican

MORGAN M RESTAURANT

489 Liverpool Road N7 8NS ☎ 0207 6093560

77 - 78 Upper Street, Islington, N1 0NU ☎ 0871 971 3480 Portuguese

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13-15 Westland Place N1 7LP ☎ 020 7251 3909

HIX OYSTER & CHOP HOUSE

67-77 Charterhouse Street EC1m 6HJ ☎ 020 7251 7950 Modern European

ST. JOHN BAR & RESTAURANT SMITHFIELD

26 St John Street EC1M 4AY ☎ 020 7251 4090 British

THE CLERKENWELL KITCHEN French

31 Clerkenwell Close EC1R 0AT ☎ 020 7101 9959 British/Sustainable

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67 Stoke Newington Church Street N16 0AR ☎ 0207 2543488 Japenese

Gainsborough Studios West 1 Poole Street N1 5EA ☎ 020 7033 7880 Thai

240 St John Street EC1V 4PH ☎ 0207 336 7726 Gastro Pub

270 Upper Street n1 2uq ☎ 0207 226 1118

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Please don’t tell Carrie Mitchell gets her taste buds flowing by uncovering a local treasure hidden just off Essex Road

’ve discovered a little gem of a restaurant, which, in all honesty, I’m not sure I really want to tell you about.You see, when it gets out just how good the place is, I suspect it won’t be long before I’m unable to secure a table. Luckily for you, it is my duty to spill the beans on the secret spot that has managed to operate with so little fanfare and even less fuss which can be found down a side street off Islington’s bustling Essex Road. Approaching the restaurant, you’d be forgiven for thinking all that lies within was a corporate boardroom. Screened with venetian blinds and containing nothing more than orderly rows of black tables and chairs, the only giveaway that the place is open for business is the bold red signage declaring: Cruse 9. An odd choice of name (inspired by the owners’ university dorm room, apparently), which does little to hint at the culinary expertise that lies within. However, I suspect this was all part of the plan to keep it on the down-low. Owners Alex Costa and Joe Sheasgreen have a simple and undeniably good philosophy: to serve exquisite fusion food with none of the usual pretension that comes with it. The menu changes daily and offers an astonishingly recession-friendly two courses for £19.50 and three for £23.50.

More bargains are to be found on the wine list where we managed to find a rather lovely bottle of Prosecco for just £21.50. Choosing the food took a little longer but while we perused the intriguing options, we were sated with tiny crunchy bread rolls accompanied by a perky beetroot butter and a punchy olive tapenade. We were off to a good start, which only got better when we were presented with an accomplished amuse bouche of salmon ceviche with apple and beansprout salad. Soon after, my starter of Goats Cheese Roulade came all wrapped up in delicate slivers of crispy potato, which I set about decimating to get at the warm, gooey cheese, sweet peppers and silky spinach within. It was fresh, smooth, simple and perfectly paced with the warm summer evening outside. I believe my dining buddy’s Thai Fishcakes were just as enjoyable , however I’ll have to take her word for it as these were polished off before I managed to beg a bite! Mains of Sea Bass and Fillet Steak followed a cleansing lemon sorbet, both of which were faultless. The fish came with its skin perfectly crisped – the crunch creating a wonderful contrast with the delicately flavoured meat and an opaque lime and tomato beurre blanc. While my steak was

flavourful, tender and accompanied by the most garlicky of garlic mushrooms and a subtle red wine jus. After such a rich main, I decided to hold off when it came to dessert, but the Chocolate Fondant that appeared on the other side of the table was enough to make me regret that decision and I responded to my friend’s gloating moans of pleasure by ordering a cocktail in retaliation. The Cruse9 martini went down a treat; a great classic that is a sure sign of excellence n Cruse 9, 62-63 Halliford Street, London, N1 3HF Tel: 020 7354 8099

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events

Our guide to this month’s top events

22nd July – 6th September

Until 31st July

ARTS

In the MIx II

Joel FISher apographS

Back due to popular demand In the Mix II presents a vibrant and eclectic collection of contemporary and modern sculpture from a diverse collection of artists. With the subject matter as broad-ranging as the media and prices there is undoubtedly something here for everyone.

Joel Fisher taught both Michael craigMartin and antony gormley, so these ‘apographs’ represent four decades of work. drawing here occurs as much in the mind as on the page, where the line, a page and a sculpture allow the viewer to draw their own way through the work. Intriguing.

Pangolin, Kings Place 90 York Way, London N1 9AG

Centre for recent drawing 2-4 Highbury Station Road, Islington 0203 2396936 www.c4rd.org.uk Free

27th May - 26th July

1st July - 20th September

ARTS

MIchael auder

WorKShop MISSonI: darIng to Be dIFFerent

Solo exhibition by the French-american film-maker. Work spanning four decades will be presented at cubitt as a series of screening events and a continuous single-screen projection in the gallery.

a pioneer of the aesthetic and technical innovations that forever changed the face of knitwear, Missoni is one of the world’s most recognisable modern fashion brands, with a distinctive style marked by the complex combination of different shades, textures and patterns.

Cubitt Gallery, 8 Angel Mews, Kings Cross, N1 9HH Cubitartist.org.uk © Francis alÿsIn

39a Canonbury Square, London N1. Estorick collection of italian modern art www.estorickcollection.com/

8th July - 12th July

28th May - 24th July

ARTS

neW deSIgnerS 09

paradeS and proceSSIonS: here coMeS everyBody

the future generation of design stars present original and fresh ideas from fashion accessories to furniture, architecture to applied arts, and new media to contemporary craft, along with a whole load more for your eyes to feast on.

Work by twelve international artists taking inspiration from the traditional meanings of ‘parades’ and ‘processions’, creating works that epitomize the social and political context of our time. ranging from sculpture to installation, films and videos.

Business Design Centre 52 Upper Street, Islington N1 7RW 0207 3593535

Parasol unit foundation for contemporary art 14 Wharf Road, London, N1 7RW Tel: +44 (0) 20 7490 7373 info@parasol-unit.org

16th July - 8th August

Until 12th July

ARTS

SaM Branton

terence coventry: neW WorK

Film noir meets ren and Stimpy in an exhibition of new drawings by exciting young artist Sam Branton who turns the gritty world of femmes fatales into something surreal, kinky, and altogether bizarre.

James Freeman Director Sesame Gallery 354 Upper St London N1 0PD Tel: +44 (0)20 7226 3300

the stimulus of the land and its occupants is central to coventry’s sculpture: coventry expresses his fundamental relationship with his environment and produces images of great power and tenderness. Pangolin London Kings Place, 90 York Way London N1 9AG www.pangolinlondon.com

what'son

Our guide to this month’s top events

18th July COMEDY Matt Green A fresh faced comedy genious, whose whitty and intelligent interperatations of everyday life are bright and cheery. His material is ultimately pleasant, solid and overall makes for a charming and entertaining set. 8PM entry 07760488119 BRB The Arc, 1 Upper Street to 1 Torrens Street, Islington EC1V 1NQ

15th July Comedy Paul Foot With his perculiar anecdotes and often bizarrae attire, Paul Foot’s stand up shows’ continually leave the mind boggled and your sides aching from a bombardment of post-modernist jokes and twitterings. An interesting evening with a classic british comic. 8pm Camden Head pub, 2 Camden Walk Camden Passage London N1 8DY

14th July

21st July

COMEDY

Pete Firman From Channel 4’s Dirty triCks anD Phil niCol

reg D hunter anD stePhen Carlin

iF.Comedy award Winner hold down the fort at islington’s Chapel Bar. an exciting line up that will leave you in stitches for weeks.

the unmissable reg D hunter with his quirky wisdom and undeniable whit, takes the stand at the Chapel Bar, a fun friendly and intimate venue in the heart of islington.

Tickets £5 advance reservations on 07794 049410. £7 on the door The Comedy Bar Islington At The Chapel Bar. Doors 7.30pm. Shows 8.30pm

Doors 7.30pm. Shows 8.30pm. Tickets £5 advance reservations on 07794 049410. £7 on the door (subject to availability) The Comedy Bar Islington At The Chapel Bar

7th July

14th July

COMEDY

stePhen k amos

Suicide and crumble

one of the friendliest and most intimate comedy nights in london. every tuesday in June and July playing host to the best edinburgh Festival preview shows. Tickets £5 advance reservations on 07794 049410. £7 on the door (subject to availability) The Comedy Bar Islington At The Chapel Bar. Doors 7.30pm. Shows 8.30pm.

Discover how to escape the torture of the 9-5 With Blake harrison of C4’s the inbetweeners fame, and BBC radio comedy regular matt addis, written by stasia Buckle, together they are suicide and Crumble. £7 9.30pm Hen and Chicken 109 St Pauls Rd, Islington N1 2NA

6th July

8th July

COMEDY

tom BasDen - noW that’s What i Call musiC BaseD ComeDy!

trevor loCk - some kinD oF Fool

inventive sets and side splitting songs, tom Basden outlines some ideas, shows some pictures and hopes for the best. all in the wonderful setting of the hen and chicken. Hen and Chicken 110 St Pauls Rd, Islington N1 2NA

C4’s star stories and russell Brand support act, trevor lock performs an hour of ‘superbly comic writing’ (the times) and improvised madness. Presenting his no-ideas on life, lipstick and love. 9.30 pm £7 110 St Pauls Rd, Islington N1 2NA www.unrestrictedview.co.uk

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Our guide to this month’s top events

7th - 19th July

14th July - 2nd August

THEATRE

Comedy

Matthew Bourne’s Dorian Gray

In bed with messalina

This “black fairy tale” tells the story of an exceptionally alluring young man who makes a pact with the devil. Amongst London’s beautiful people, Dorian Gray is the “It Boy” - an icon of beauty and truth in an increasingly ugly world. Ticket Prices ranging from £10 - £49 Sadler’s Wells, Rosebery Avenue, London 0207 8638198

£10 The Courtyard, 40 Pitfield Street N1 6EU 020 7251 6018

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23 July – 30 August 2009

THEATRE

Last Seen

Shall we Dance

Seven artists collected from diverse creative backgrounds including movement, video, sound and direction, will present Last Seen. Last Seen takes audiences on a multi-media journey from the stage of the Almeida onto the streets of Islington.

Adam Cooper returns to Sadler’s Wells with a new production for the first time since 2005. Set to a score comprised entirely of melodies by Richard Rodgers, and featuring a live orchestra, this new production blends tap, jazz and classical dance.

Almeida Theatre, Almeida Street, Islington, London, N1 1TA 020 7359 4404 (box Office) www.almeida.co.uk

Tickets: £10 - £50 Ticket office: 0844 412 4300 Sadler’s Wells Rosebery Avenue London EC1R 4TN Tel: 020 7863 8112

Until 4th July

2nd July

THEATRE

MUSIC

When The Rain Stops Falling An epic play spanning four generations and two continents, moving from the claustrophobia of a 1950’s London flat to the windswept coast of Southern Australia, as seven people confront the mysteries of the past in order to understand their future.

Benjamin Askew’s challenging black comedy ‘In Bed With Messalina’ explores sex, power and fame in the modern day media circus. The story of the infamous Roman Empress is retold in fast-flowing verse and directed by Owen Horsley (Cheek by Jowl)

Ticket prices from £6 - £29.50 Almeida Theatre, Almeida Street, London 0207 3594404

Bob Hillary, Kate Daisy Grant, The Camden Sporting arts and Social club band With two festivals already under their belt the band is experienced and strong, this is conveyed through their powerful live performances. Bob himself has been on the UK festival circuit for many years knows how to make an impact with his distinct sound. 7pm - Late The Cross Kings, 126 York Way Islington, N1 0AX 0207 278 8318

23rd July

10th July

MUSIC

music

Look Both Ways

Drumatics 7th Birthday

A magical evening of music, film, storytelling and poetry. This non profits arts event aimed at opening your eyes, ears and mind will feature acts including Buffy&Bruno, Will Miles, the Bethia Beadman Band. So sit down, relax and select your beverage of choice for an eclectic mix that will arouse the sense’s.

Being held at one of north London’s best club venues, Scala presents an indoor Drum N’ Bass festival with a carefully chosen line up of the best DJ’s and MC’s making for an epic night, featuring chill out rooms, brilliant atmosphere and a wide range of drinks.

The Old Queens Head, 44 Essex Road, Islington N1 8LN 0208 354 9993

Scala, 275 Pentonville Road, Kings Cross, N1 9NL 10pm – 6am £15 booked tickets, more thereafter

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4th July, 11th July, 18th July, 25th July

courses

Climbing lessons

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Contained within a magnificent victorian water pumping station, the castle clmbing centre boasts a huge selection of classes for all levels of climbing, the wonderful setting and on hand professionals make for an enjoyable experience whilst being safe. The rewards are exciting and new challenges await the intrepid beginner.

The French Fencing Factory With a fantastically beautiful venue the FFC is a brilliant setting to explore the fun safe and exciting sport of fencing combining physical and mental strategy, brilliant for both mind and body. Whatever your age of fitness your sure to have a good time.

The Castle Climbing Centre Green Lanes, London N4 2HA Tel: 020 8211 7000 web: www.castle-climbing.co.uk email: info@castle-climbing.co.uk

info@thefrenchfencingfactory.co.uk www.thefrenchfencingfactory.co.uk

Saturday

COURSES

Pilates

Pilates uses breath and co-ordination to work deep postural muscles, rebalancing the body and bringing it into correct alignment. A wonderfully relaxing class that makes your body feel more and more rejuvenated after each time.

Get a stronger back, a flatter stomach and a suppler body this month at Pilates Central in N1. It offers tailormade sessions with superb teachers and equipment. 020 7288 8080. www.pilatescentral.co.uk

The North London Buddhist Centre 72 Holloway Road, London N7 8JG 02077001177

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Live and recorded music lines the picturesque course starting and finishing at the famous 02. The route winds through leafy Greenwich and promises an exciting half marathon with music to keep your feet moving.

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Our guide to this month’s top events Thursday

Sunday

COURSES

TAI CHI

SAMBA

T’ai chi chuan follows three paths of meditation, health and combat. Meditation calms the mind and heart to relax the body and allow a focus on the precise execution of the movements of chi kung. This improves health, promotes rejuvenation and strengthens the body. Movements are applied in combat.

Taught by a Sambista and choreographer from Rio’s Magueira Escola do Samba, these energetic, fun classes will improve concentration, flexibility, fitness and posture, as you discover the different musical styles of Brazilian rhythms. Islington Arts Factory 2 Parkhurst Road London N7 OS romero_sambista@hotmail.com

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The North London Buddhist Centre 72 Holloway Road, London N7 8JG 02077001177

6th - 10th July

Thursday

COURSES

JEWELLERY & SILVERSMITHING SHORT COURSE

MEDITATION The wide range of courses featured at the centre span from meditation, to pilates, and Tai Chi to Qi Gong.. The superbly relaxed atmosphere makes for an ideal wind down after a stressful week in the office. Or even a great team day out.

An intensive introduction to the fine art of jewellery making, the course covers basic bench skills for both aspiring and praactising jewellers wishing to work with precious materials. Whether your interested in learning the whole art or a particular techniques the course can help you achieve your goals.

The North London Buddhist Centre 72 Holloway Road, London N7 8JG 02077001177

London Metropolitan University 59-63 Whitechapel High Street London E1 7PF www.londonmet.ac.uk/cass 020 7133 4200

Carluccio’s Picnic COMPETITION City & Angel Magazine Whether it’s a quick lunch in your local square or an al fresco party in a park, do it in style with one of Carluccio’s delicious Italian picnics. Priced from just £45 for two people, they’re packed with tasty Italian treats including Carluccio’s antipasti – chilli-stuffed olives, balsamic onions, and ricotta and speck involtini (Italian wrap) – buffalo mozzarella and sunblush tomato salad and main courses of pan-fried breaded lamb cutlets with lemon alongside chargrilled vegetables and freshly made Italian breads. To finish, indulge in light lemon cake, biscotti and Gorgonzola cheese. Kids and vegetarian picnics are available too, ensuring all tastes are catered for. Drop in and pick up a Carluccio’s picnic throughout the summer at your nearest North London Cafè: • Carluccio’s, 305-307 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 2TU T: 020 7359 8167 • Carluccio’s, Fenwick, Brent Cross, Fenwick, London NW4 3FN T: 020 8203 6844 • Carluccio’s, 32 Rosslyn Street, Hampstead, London NW3 1NH T: 020 7794 2184 • Carluccio’s, St John’s Wood High Street, London NW8 7SH T: 020 7449 0404

www.carluccios.com To celebrate the first issue of The City & Angel Magazine, Carluccio’s is giving you the opportunity to win a luxury picnic for two people.

To enter the draw please send an email with your name, address and mobile number to: competition@runwildgroup.co.uk with carluccios in the subject.

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film

we take a look at the latest film releases

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince The highly anticipated sixth installment of the Harry Potter film franchise (based on the beloved novels by J.K. Rowling), sees Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson return as Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger for their sixth year at Hogwarts.

With Voldemort tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds, Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was - and Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle. Dumbledore is intent upon preparing Harry for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching, but he needs Harry to help him uncover a vital key to unlocking Voldemort's defenses. . Meanwhile,teenage hormones are raging among the students and love is in the air. Yet as romance blossoms, tragedy lies ahead, and there is one student who has far more important matters on his mind - he is determined to make his mark, albeit a dark one. Will Hogwarts ever be the same again?

Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs Everyone's favourite sub-zero heroes are back and embarking on another incredible adventure in Ice Age 3. Scrat, while maybe finding true love with a female sabre-toothed squirrel named Scratte, is still trying to hold onto his beloved acorn. Manny and Elli are awaiting the birth of their mini-mammoth. Diego the sabretoothed tiger is fed up with being treated like a house-cat, and Sid, wishing for a family of his own, highjacks some dinosaur eggs and tries to create one. This leads Sid into a mysterious underground world from which his herd must rescue him, along the way facing some dangerous encounters with dinosaurs and meeting a oneeyed, dino-hunting weasel called Buck. TM and Â©2008 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation.

Bruno Following the success of ‘Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan’, Sacha Baron Cohen returns to the big screen in the form of his latest creation - flamboyant gay Austrian fashionista and supermodel wannabe 'Bruno'. In this hilarious feature-length docu-comedy 'Bruno', originally conceived as part of Cohen's cult television series Da Ali G Show, presses every homophobic, racist and otherwise outrageously controversial button as he interviews unsuspecting fashion icons and celebrities, and blithely interacts with the American public.

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BOROUGH COUNCILS

Handyman Silver Saints - 91A Ramsden Road SW12 8RD - 020 7099 9199 Fix-it Man - 145 F, Crouch Hill N8 8TN - 020 83745682 Aspect Maintenance - 0800 082 8200

Islington Council 020 7527 2000 (to find out more about any Council services)

Plumbers & Heating Fox & Co - Woodland Rise, N10 3UG - 020 8883 2223 / 07958 500 900 Fitzrovia Plumbing Ltd - 8 Scawfell St E2 8NG - 07940 920 396 AAF Maintenance - 11 Ida Road N15 5JE - 07528 337829 / 0208 1444952

Pest control 020 7527 3190 020 7527 2000

Electricians (Emergency) Lewis Electrical - W1K 2AU - 01737 243 184 / 07768 267 240 London Electrical & Design - NW5 2UE - 020 7267 1369 Canonbury Electrical - N5 2HR - 07946 345 883

Building Control 020 7517 2000

Decorating Londondecorator.net - W11 4JU - 020 7229 4881 / 07775 991 275 Home concepts - 67 Goldney Road, Maida Vale W9 2AR - 020 7096 1084 Girl About The House - 123 Grafton House, Bow E3 4UF - 07968 238 926

Bulk rubbish/ Fly tipping 020 7527 2000 (to arrange removal of bulk rubbish) Noise Pollution 020 7527 3229 (8pm – 2am on Sunday to Thursday; 10pm – 4am on Friday and Saturday)

Hackney Council 020 8356 3000 Pest Control 020 8356 6688 Building control 020 8356 8124 Refuse Large items 020 8356 6688 Large quantities Hackney Commercial Waste Service 020 8533 7583 Flytipping 020 8356 4810 Noise Pollution Team ( Via Hackney Service Centre) 020 8356 4455

Camden Council 020-7278 4444 Pest control 020 7974 5976 Building control 020-7974 6941 Fly tipping/bulk collection/large items 020-7974 6914/5 Noise Pollution 020-7974 5613/5623

Garden Landscaping Belsize Landscapes - 6 Vicars Road, NW5 4NL - 020 7424 9577 Green City Landscapes - N17 7PE - 0208 2459183 / 07813 961 887 Andrew Dumbleton - N16 9AP - 0207502 1641 / 07957310113 Garden Maintenance Diversity Gardens - 020 7377 5261 / 07968 564 967 Beanie’s Gardens Garden Services - 07903 743246 Garden 4U - 0800 4681 007 Carpentry and Joinery Ivan Woodwork & carpentry - E1 4DR - 07967 478712 / 020 7272 6079 Rae Carpentry Services - N4 2JN - 020 7359 6484 Patrick O’Dowd Carpentry - NW5 2TG - 07903 623 705 Domestic Cleaning Services (house, carpet etc.) Top Cleaners - 0800 051 7626 / 020 7345 5017 A Maid in Heaven - 0500 497743 E & D Cleaning Services - 0207 328 2080 / 07506 074356 (24 hour hotline) Dry Cleaning Services Spots Dry Cleaners - 020 7359 2984 Canonbury Dry Cleaners - N1 2NQ - 020 72262358 The Laundry Box - 020 7403 0808 Car mechanic Road Runner Service Centre - 11 Gruneisen Road N3 1LS - 020 8346 9777 Balls Pond Garage - 85a, Balls Pond Rd N1 4BL - 020 7241 6782 AGM Car Repairs Garage - 37A, Cobble Lane N1 1SF - 020 7359 2502 BABY SITTERS Baby sitters - 0800 38 900 38 Nanny Agency London -020 8748 7976 Hopes and Dreams - 020 7833 9388 - babysitters@hopesanddreams.co.uk London Fire Brigade General enquiries and non-emergency assistance 020 8555 1200 www.london-fire.gov.uk Thames Water to report a water leak or shortage 0845 920 0800 or 01793 431 993 www.thames-water.com Gas National Grid – to report a gas leak) 0800 111 999 www.nationalgrid.com/uk/Gas NHS Direct For health advice and information 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Metropolitan Police Switchboard for all local stations 0300 123 1212 www.met.police.uk

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Stunning Georgian town house c.7747 sq ft Islington N1 12 bedrooms ■ 4 within self contained flat ■ 36' drawing room ■ library ■ 3 further reception rooms ■ 3 bathrooms ■ 2 shower rooms and 4 w.c's ■ Terrace ■ 60' south-east facing garden ■ 7747 sq ft (719 sq m) Guide Price: £4,250,000 Freehold

Adam Smith arsmith@savills.com

020 7226 1313

savills.co.uk

A fine substantial semi-detached late Victorian house Highbury N5 Main reception room ■ additional reception/study ■ kitchen ■ dining room/family room ■ 5 bedrooms ■ 3 bathrooms ■ loft room ■ 2 separate w.c’s ■ off-street parking ■ garden ■ 3703 sq ft (351sq m) Guide Price: Offers in excess of £2,650,000 Freehold

Jo-Anne Neighbour jneighbour@savills.com

020 7226 1313

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Substantial semi-detached early Victorian Villa Canonbury N1 Main bedroom suite with dressing area and en-suite bathroom with shower ■ 4 further beds ■ bath and 2 shower rooms ■ elegant through reception room ■ fantastic family-sized kitchen/dining room ■ 70' garden ■ 3423 sq ft (317 sq m) Guide Price: £3,250,000 Freehold

Jo-Anne Neighbour jneighbour@savills.com

020 7226 1313

savills.co.uk

Five-storey Victorian house, laterally extended on three floors Islington N1 Main bedroom with attached study ■ 2 x dressing rooms and bathroom ■ 5 further bedrooms ■ 3 further bathrooms ■ through dining room ■ further reception room ■ 2 kitchenettes, cellarage and storage room ■ 58' x 38' west garden ■ 3914 sq ft (363 sq m) Guide Price: £3,675,000 Freehold

Paul Williams pwilliams@savills.com

020 7226 1313

020 7226 1010 sales 325 Upper Street, London N1 2XQ www.hughgrover.co.uk

Barnsbury Road, N1 3/4 Bedrooms

Freehold £1,175,000

Halton Road, N1 2 Bedrooms

Leasehold £395,000

Stavordale Road, N5 2 Bedrooms

Share of Freehold £315,000

Cloudesley Road, N1 3/4 Bedrooms

Freehold £1,175,000

Green Lanes, N16 2 Bedrooms

Share of Freehold £450,000

Northchurch Road, N1 3 Bedrooms

Freehold £975,000

Cloudesley Square, N1 2 Bedrooms

Leasehold £595,000

Jackson Road, N7 2 Bedrooms

Share of Freehold £305,000

Northchurch Road, N1 3 Bedrooms

Freehold £1,150,000

Cloudesley Road, N1 2 Bedrooms

Share of Freehold £450,000

The Mews, N1 3 Bedrooms

Freehold £1,075,000

Arundel Square, N7 1 Bedroom

Leasehold £310,000

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A one bedroom apartment located on Upper Street, close to Highbury and Islington station, with a contemporary kitchen and wooden flooring throughout.

Thomas Currell / Islington 020 7226 4200

c.thomas@currell.com

ISLINGTON PARK STREET, N1

A one bedroom conversion, centrally located with a large roof terrace and wood floors, moments from Highbury and Islington amenities of Upper Street.

Hamptons / Islington 020 7359 5675

islingtonlettings@hamptons-int.com

ST WILLIAMS COURT, WC1

Beautifully presented one bedroom apartment. St William’s Yard is well located for an eclectic mix of boutiques, cafes and bars in vibrant Islington.

Relocate Me / Kings Cross 020 7713 6054

alexander@relocate-me.co.uk

WOLSEY ROAD, N1

A two bedroom flat arranged over the top floor of a beautifully converted public house, with high ceilings, wooden floors and a luxury bathroom.

KFH / Islington 020 7359 3636

sis@kfh.co.uk

ANGEL WATERSIDE,

A two bedroom, bright canal-side apartment with private balcony and communal gardens. Contemporary separate kitchen and stylish nathroom and shower room.

Hamptons/ Islington 020 7359 5675

islingtonlettings@hamptons-int.com

CLERKENWELL ROAD, EC1

Spacious two bedroom apartment arranged over 750sq ft on the first floor. Benefiting from underfloor heating, open plan fully fitted kitchen and two balconies.

Thomas Currell / Islington 020 7226 4200

c.thomas@currell.com

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Stunning contemporary three double bedroom split level penthouse apartment with three bathrooms, private lift, underground parking and use of a gym.

Relocate me / Kings Cross 020 7713 6054

alexander@relocate-me.co.uk

RICHMOND AVE, N1

An impressive three bedroom garden maisonette, arranged over the ground and lower floor, with a private garden and summer house.

Thomas Currell / Islington 020 7226 4200

c.thomas@currell.com

CHARLTON PLACE, N1

Beautifully refurbished Georgian family house with original features throughout is located conveniently moments from Angel tube.

Hamptons/ Islington 020 7359 5675

islingtonlettings@hamptons-int.com

POETS ROAD, N1

This fabulous and attractive double-fronted five bedroom period family house has superb living space in a sought-after, quiet residential area with a garden.

Chestertonhumberts / Islington 020 7226 4221 lettings.islington@chestertonhumberts.com

ST PANCRAS CHAMBERS,

Beautifully restored iconic Victorian gothic building in the heart of Kings Cross. Two bedroom, two bathroom and a beautiful reception room

Hamptons / Islington 020 7359 5675

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STONEFIELD STREET, N1

A four bedroom house, arranged over four floors and two half floors. Recently refurbished with a contemporary finish whilst maintaining original features.

Thomas Currell / Islington 020 7226 4200

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The Mews N1

Fantastic home with roof garden.

Freehold £1,075,000

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314 Upper Street, london N1 2XQ T 020 7226 0160 E islington.sales@hotblack.co.uk

2 Highbury Park, London N5 2AB T 020 7288 9696 E highbury.sales@hotblack.co.uk

67 Parkway, London NW1 7PP T 020 7482 2894 E camdenn.sales@hotblack.co.uk

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Hamilton Park N5

Hamilton Park West N5

Freehold £795,000

Freehold £1,300,000

Immaculate 4 storey home

Canonbury N1

3 bedrooms with conservatory extension

Freehold £735,000

Large 2 storey family home.

Hanley Road N4

Upper maisonette with 3 roof terraces.

Leasehold £425,000

Angel N1

Fantastic one bedroom appartment.

Leasehold £335,000

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Downham Road N1

First floor with share of garden.

Leasehold £225,000

Crane Grove N7

4 storeys with garage and self contained flat.

Freehold POA

Canonbury N1

A wide 4 storey home with double garage and off street parking. For sale/ to let

Avenell Road N5

3 bed maisonette with garden.

Leasehold £450,000

Sotheby Road, N5 Situated on a double plot, this late Victorian semi-detached freehold house is refurbished to the highest standards with front and rear gardens. There is also off street parking for two cars. This is a very special substantial family house in a favoured residential part of Highbury that has been restored to the very highest standards. The current owners have remodelled the house to provide a fantastic family house that has both practical and flexible accommodation. The highest quality fixtures and fittings have been used throughout. ÂŁ1,850,000 Freehold

SALES

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St Pancras Chambers NW1 A selection of beautiful luxury apartments with original features and residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; access to St Pancras Station. Victorian Gothic Architecture | Contemporary Interiors | Period features | Italian Bontempi Kitchens Available for long or short term lettings

Barnsbury Square N1 Spacious penthouse with skyline views located on this leafy residential square in Barnsbury. Open-plan Reception | Three Bedrooms | Study | Two Bathrooms | Roof Terrace ÂŁ1,500 per week LONG LET

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Style in the city A rare opportunity to purchase close to London’s Square Mile. City Quarter offers a stunning collection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and 2 and 3 bedroom penthouses. • Superb location – within a 15 minute walk of Bank and Liverpool Street Stations • Excellent connections – choice of underground, DLR and rail. Close to City Airport

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Hugh’s view Islington estate agent Hugh Grover assesses the local property market. Is the doom and gloom of recession starting to fade?

enerally, this year has been far more productive in relation to the number of transactions that are now going through. In comparison to last year, the figures are on the rise. Obviously last year was a falling market and people were reluctant to buy. This was exacerbated by negative press which has never helped the confidence of a buyer. In my opinion, from the end of 2007 to the earlier part of this year, the market in this area has stabilised. Indeed from the Spring of this year, we are seeing a high level of demand for all ranges of properties. We are aware that mortgages are becoming slightly easier to obtain, especially with stronger levels of equity being involved in the transactions. I started really noticing that the number of applicants registering in

were agreed accordingly. Historically in Islington many people like to assess the value of their property, whether it is a flat, maisonette or house, in the Spring. Most had decided not to sell, or could not sell, in the latter months of 2007 and were now ringing up to see what was going on in the market. Our advice was far more encouraging than the previous year. The market in Islington changes very quickly and finally we were seeing far more positive press. We also started noticing more buyers registering at £1m/£1.5m and certainly our stock in relation to last year at this level (between £1m and £1.5m) has performed significantly better than in 2008. Vendors are more realistic and have realised that if they really want to move on and sell their property, they must expect a slightly lower

February and March this year was going up, especially first time buyers, and a lot of new applicants were coming forward from all the various websites we feed to. It was interesting to see, when dealing with the first time buyer market at between £200,000 and £400,000, that quite a few people were being funded by significant amounts of cash and stronger levels of equity were certainly coming forward. This, I think, was mainly due to parental intervention through savings that were held in bank accounts and earning very little interest. Over the latter part of the Spring, we started to see that the £500k to £750,000 bracket was lifting once more. Buyers were beginning to chase houses that had been on the market for some time and offers

figure than the dizzy heights of 2007. In my experience, since 1986, the Islington market has flourished in the Spring and Summer and it starts to cool down in the Autumn, although this year might be an exception given the shortage of available properties that we currently have. The over £2m market is still difficult and understandably there is still a degree of caution from the upper-end buyers. However, in terms of capital value, the present climate could not provide a better time to upgrade. Finally, Islington still retains its reputation as a niche for those looking for a home; it is a lively, vibrant and professional environment, and the challenges of finding new homes for people moving in this area are as exciting as they have always been.n

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The market in Islington changes very quickly

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Tyndale TyndaleTerrace, Terrace,N1N1 An impressive with plenty of of impressivehouse houseover overfour fourfloors floors with plenty entertaining first floors, entertainingspace spaceon onthe theground groundand and first floors, four bedrooms, with bedrooms,bathroom bathroomand andshower showerroom room with an exceptional out toto thethe roof exceptionaltop topfloor, floor,opening opening out roof terrace. a ground floor study andand the the terrace.There Thereisisalso also a ground floor study garden isisaccessed the dining room. accesseddirectly directlyfrom from the dining room. Impressive | four bedrooms | kitchen | Impressivehouse house | four bedrooms | kitchen | dining room | bathroom | shower diningroom room| reception | reception room | bathroom | shower room | |study | garden | terrace room study | garden | terrace £1,350,000 Freehold £1,350,000 Freehold

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Carlton Estate Agents 319 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7359 0000 www.carltonestateagents.co.uk

Chesterton 327-329 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7226 4221 www.chestertonhumberts.com

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Ellis & Co 358 Essex Road N1 3PD Laurence Brown Tel: 020 7288 9870 www.ellisandco.co.uk

Hamptons 87 Upper Street N1 0NP Sam Jenner Tel: 020 7359 5675 www.hamptons.co.uk www.hamptons-int.com

Hamptons 97-99 Upper Street N1 0NP Daniel Omell Tel: 020 7226 4688 www.hamptons.co.uk www.hamptons-int.com

Hotblack Desiato 313 Upper Street N1 2XQ Steve Watson 020 7226 0160 www.hotblack.co.uk

Hotblack Desiato 313 Upper Street N1 2XQ Jake Perkins Tel: 020 7858 3312 www.hotblack.co.uk

Jeffrey Nicholas 293 Upper Street N1 2TU Tel: 020 7354 0707 www.jeffreynicholas.co.uk

Hugh Grover Associates 325 Upper Street N1 2XQ Hugh Grover Tel: 020 7226 1010 www.hughgrover.co.uk

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Jeffrey Nicholas 293 Upper Street N1 2TU Tel: 020 7354 0707 www.jeffreynicholas.co.uk

Next Move 320 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7226 5050 www.nextmove.co.uk/rent

My Pad 16 Essex Road, London, N1 8LN David Margo Tel: 020 7226 3533 www.mylondonpad.co.uk

Savills 94-96 Upper Street N1 0NP Dan Parker Tel: 020 7354 3701 www.savills.com

Next Move 320 Upper Street N1 2XQ Tel: 020 7226 5050 www.nextmove.co.uk/sell

Sheraton Law 59 Islington Park Street N1 1QB Leslie Ado Tel: 020 73594000 www.sheratonlaw.com

Savills 94-96 Upper Street N1 0NP Jo-Anne Neighbour Tel: 020 7226 1313 www.savills.com

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Barnsbury Park, N1

£460,000 Leasehold

A two double-bedroom lateral converstion just under 1,000 sq. ft. in this most central location close to Angel and Upper Street.

A two double bedroom flat with private garden and off street parking set within this quiet mews developement in Barnsbury.

A two double-bedroom lateral converstion just under 1,000 sq. ft. in this most central location close to Angel and Upper Street.

A two double bedroom flat with private garden and off street parking set within this quiet mews developement in Barnsbury.

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£510,000 Leasehold

An immaculate two/three bedroom penthouse apartment with large roof terrace in this small, well-maintained, modern block.

£1,395,000 Freehold

An attractive four/five bedroom recently refurbished house with a wealth of period features in this sought-after garden square.

£510,000 Leasehold

An immaculate two/three bedroom penthouse apartment with large roof terrace in this small, well-maintained, modern block.

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A stunning open living space this handsome, detached, Victorian former warehouse building. Discreetly located behind security gates with parking.

Hugh Grover / Islington 020 7226 1010

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FURLONG ROAD, N7

A well presented one bedroom ground floor apartment with own entrance, kitchen, reception room, bathroom and shared garden.

Hamptons / Islington 020 7226 4688

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LEIGH ROAD, N5

A beautiful one bedroom apartment, 538 sq ft on the ground floor. With secure gate access and use of a lovely quiet garden.

Thomson Currie / Islington 020 7354 5224

RICHMOND AVE, N1

Stylish two bedroom lower ground floor flat, with reception room that opens onto a garden. Comprising of an open plan kitchen, shower room and bathroom.

Ellis & Co / Islington 020 7288 9870

GROSVENOR AVE, N5

HUNTINGDON STREET, N1

Chesterton Humberts / Islington 020 7359 9777 sales.islington@ccchestertonhumberts,com

Savills / Islington 020 7354 6707

A stunning one bedroom boutique first floor apartment with a gorgeous roof terrace. Situated close to Canonbury Rail Station.

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A light and airy apartment arranged over the top two floors of this early Victorian house providing two double bedrooms, a study and a pretty roof terrace.

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Stunning loft style apartment benefiting from reception with bespoke kitchen, raised study, master suite, communal roof terrace and two parking spaces

Currell / Islington 020 7226 4200

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WILTON SQUARE, N1

A stunning circa 1840 three bedroom house, with through reception room, kitchen, dining room garden and many period features. Approx 1275 sq ft.

Hugh Grover / Islington 020 7226 1010

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COMPTON ROAD, N1

Laterally converted, first floor two bedroom apartment with use of a communal garden. Situated in the heart of Canonbury.

Chesterton Humberts / Islington 020 7359 9777 sales.islington@chestertonhumbers.com

RALEIGH STREET, N1

A three bedroom house in a highly sought after location, with two bathrooms, three reception rooms, dining room, kitchen and garden. Approx 1292 sq ft.

Hugh Grover / Islington 020 7226 1010

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ENGLEFIELD ROAD, N1

A three bedroom house, arranged over four levels, benefitting from a large rear garden, two reception rooms and two bathrooms.

KFH / Islington 020 7226 2487

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HEMINGFORD ROAD, N1

A charming early Victorian house in Barnsbury with three double bedrooms and a South East Garden, well placed for all the amenities of Upper Street.

Savills / Islington 020 7354 6707

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Asteys Row, N1

£225,000 Leasehold

A one double-bedroom flat in this small ex-local authority block in this most central location just off Essex Road.

Leigh Road, N5

£325,000 Leasehold

A well presented one double bedroom garden flat in an attractive part period/part modern building close to Highbury Fields.

313 Upper Street Islington N1 2XQ

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Essex Road, N1

£385,000 Leasehold

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£460,000 Leasehold

A two double-bedroom lateral converstion just under 1,000 sq. ft. in this most central location close to Angel and Upper Street.

A two double bedroom flat with private garden and off street parking set within this quiet mews developement in Barnsbury.

Southgate Road, N1

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£510,000 Leasehold

An immaculate two/three bedroom penthouse apartment with large roof terrace in this small, well-maintained, modern block.

£1,395,000 Freehold

An attractive four/five bedroom recently refurbished house with a wealth of period features in this sought-after garden square.

Kingsland Passage, E8

from £235 per week

Stylish one and two bedroom apartments within a luxury development.

Englefield Road, N1

£375 per week

A lovely and bright contemporary two double-bedroom flat with a pretty rear garden.

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Nelson Place, N1

£375 per week

Shepherdess Walk, N1

from £330 per week

A lovely two bedroom flat on the first floor of a Victorian pub conversion in the heart of Angel.

Stunning one and two bedroom apartments within a luxury new development overlooking Regents Canal.

Camden Passage, N1

Batchelor Street, N1

£500 per week

A recently refurbished, bright and spacious two bedroom charming flat in the heart of Islington.

£650 per week

A delightful Neo-Georgian three bedroom townhouse in a quiet street minutes from the Angel.

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The Penthouses, 28 Park Street SE1

Stunning, Penthouse apartments overlooking the River Thames New, duplex, air-conditioned Penthouses with terraces. London Bridge Station and Borough Market only 200m. Tate Modern/Bank of England - ten minutes. Private residential entrance hall; direct lift to 6th floor. Interior designed by the up and coming - Natalia Higgins of Natalia Design to tasteful contemporary standards. Double height ceilings and unrivalled panoramic terrace views of London skyline and River Thames. Complete with fully fitted kitchens and bedroom cupboards, stone flooring under-floor heating, individual air-conditioning, stunning bathrooms with TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s automated lighting controlling systems. 24/7 security and CCTV security video access and surveillance and secure private drive. Offered fully furnished from ÂŁ1300 pw

Knight Frank Wapping wapping@knightfrank.com 020 7480 6848

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Shearwater Court, St Katharine’s Dock E1W

Teal Court, St Katharine’s Dock E1W

Beautifully presented one bedroom third floor apartment based in this great 24 hour portered development moments from Tower Hill and The City. This lovely apartment has a reception room with double doors leading on to the terrace, fully fitted separate kitchen, good size double bedroom with access to the terrace, modern furnishings, wooden floors, underground parking and a large private balcony with south facing St Katharine’s Dock views.

Smart and well presented two double bedroom two bathroom apartment set in this 24 hour portered development. This lovely flat has a good size reception room with access to a private terrace, fully fitted separate kitchen, wooden floors, good storage, underground parking and great views of the Dock. This apartment is moments from Tower Hill underground and Tower Gateway DLR. Also a short walk in to the City.

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Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

Sanderling Lodge, City Quay E1W Spacious three double bedroom three bathroom apartment set in this attractive 24 hour portered development in St Katharine’s Dock. This large 3rd floor apartment is in excess of 1600 sq ft and boasts a good size reception room, three double bedrooms, fully fitted kitchen, three bathrooms and a fantastic roof terrace with stunning south facing views of St Katharine’s Dock. £1100 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

Cormorant Lodge, City Quay E1W Lovely first floor two double bedroom two bathroom apartment set in this 24 hour portered development in St Katharine’s Dock, moments from Tower Hill and The City. This bright unfurnished apartment is over 1000 sq ft and boasts a dual aspect reception room with a wrap around balcony, separate fully fitted kitchen with dock views, two bathrooms with showers (one en-suite), additional balcony, wooden floors in the reception room and hallway, secure underground parking and great St Katharine’s Dock views. £725 per week Knight Frank Wapping Lettings 020 7480 6848 wapping@knightfrank.com

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Dunbar Wharf, Limehouse E14 A spacious 2 bedroom flat with sweeping river views in superb order with plenty of outside space, reception room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms and 2 balconies. 106 sq m (1144 sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: £675,000 Knight Frank Wapping 020 7480 6848 sales@knightfrank.com

Spice Court, Wapping E1W A smart and sunny 2 bedroom duplex apartment in Quay 430 with a southerly aspect from the third and fourth floors. Reception with balcony, fully fitted kitchen, two en suite double bedrooms, guest cloaks & garage parking. 91 sq m (989 sq ft) Leasehold: 102 years Guide price: £459,950 Knight Frank Wapping 020 7480 6848 sales@knightfrank.com

New Crane Wharf, Wapping E1W A 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment in good order on the 5th floor of a beautiful warehouse conversion. With original painted brick walls, exposed steel beams, wood floors and loading bay doors to the communal courtyard. 116 sq m (1249 sq ft) Leasehold: 104 years Guide price: £535,000 Knight Frank Wapping 020 7480 6848 sales@knightfrank.com

Bridewell Place, Wapping E1W 3 bedroom duplex in superb order having been substantially renovated, quietly situated in a pretty development situated around cobbled courtyards, a charming flat on the top two floors of a converted building. ‘L’ shaped reception room, separate kitchen, en suite shower room, bathroom, parking space 104 sq m (1124 sq ft) Leasehold: 102 years Guide price: £565,000 Knight Frank Wapping 020 7480 6848 sales@knightfrank.com

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Matilda Street London N1 0LB Telephone: 020 78374049 Website: www.standrewislingtonl.co.uk Headteacher: Mrs Michelle Thomas

A non-selective school which serves a vibrant social demographic throughout Islington. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted who said: “The school provides an outstanding education for pupils, where they meet the challenge of high expectations and thrive in a positive learning environment. This is an inclusive school where pupils are very effectively supported to enjoy their learning and achieve to the best of their ability.”

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Independent; co-educational

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This popular primary school believes a happy, stimulating environment is fundamental to its academic success; it focuses on developing a healthy work ethic and was judged good with some Oustanding features by Ofsted: “The school envelopes its pupils in a very supportive, caring and friendly environment and they respond in turn by exhibiting outstanding behaviour.”

SECONDARY City of London Academy – Islington State funded; co-educational

The Gower School Montessori; co-educational

10 Cynthia Street Barnsbury London N1 9JF Tel: 020 7700 2445 Email: info@thegowerschool.co.uk Website: www.thegowerschool.co.uk

The Gower School is an independent Montessori school enrolling approximately 150 students, aged 3 months to 11 years. Judged good by Ofsted in March this year it said: “The quality of teaching and assessment throughout the school is good. Pupils 'spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is outstanding.”

Islington has a wealth of excellent schools – primary and secondary, independent and state - and with numerous building and development projects improving establishments in the next couple of years, there are a lot to choose from.

The Charterhouse Square School 40 Charterhouse Square London EC1M 6EA Tel: 020 7600 3805 Website: www.thecharterhousesquareschool.co.uk Headteacher: Ms Caroline Lloyd

Prebend Street Islington London N1 8PQ Telephone: 020 7226 8611 Email: info@cityacademyislington.org.uk Website: www.cityacademyislington.org.uk Principal: Ms Ann Palmer

A renowned state school, newly opened in September 2008, it is part of the government's Academy scheme, whereby state-funded schools are established and managed by sponsors from a wide range of backgrounds, including high performing schools and colleges, universities, individual philanthropists, businesses, the voluntary sector, and the faith communities. This usually ensures facilities and access to a wide curriculum are second to none. It is due to have an Ofsted inspection early in 2010.

Cowper Street London EC2A 4SH Tel: 0207 253 3741 Website: www.centralfoundationboys.co.uk Headteacher: Ms J Fortune

A Business and Enterprise Specialist School, with enhanced facilities for business, maths and ICT It also works closely with local businesses and the community. Judged Good by Ofsted who said: “Boys speak with confidence about their school and how they enjoy being there. The care, guidance and support for students in the main school are outstanding.” Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Language College State-maintained; girls

Donegal Street London N1 9QG Telephone: 020 7837 0739 Email: admissions@egas.org.uk Website: www.egaschool.co.uk Headteacher: Ms Jo Dibb

This Outstanding School made the news recently when Michelle Obama visited during the Obamas official state visit to inspire and speak with pupils. The specialist language college has a good reputation, excellent links with parents and the local community, a close relationship with City and London College for post 16 education, and delivers a high standard of teaching.

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A rare opportunity to purchase an extremely spacious (in excess of 3,500 sq ft), semi-detached family home in the heart of Canonbury.

An outstanding example of modern architecture, encompassing all the elements required to produce a truly stunning 3/4 bedroom family home in the heart of Highbury.

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This fabulous and attractive double-fronted 5 bedroom period family house has superb living space in a sought-after, quiet residential area with a garden. (Available now, unfurnished.)

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A beautifully spacious duplex conversion occupying the lower floors of a very large and majestic Victorian house in the heart of Barnsbury. (Available now, un/furnished.)

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This spectacular and dramatic 2 bedroom apartment boasts impressive original ecclesiastical features. (Available now, furnished.)

A stunning 2 bedroom flat on the garden level of one of Barnsbury’s most sought after streets. (Available now, furnished.)

This fabulously converted and beautifully appointed 1st and 2nd floor period maisonette has superb living and entertainment space throughout. (Available now, furnished.)

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Compton Road N1 £699,950 leasehold

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Islington

A Grade II Listed 4 storey Georgian house in the Barnsbury Conservation area, offering a wealth of charm, whilst encompassing the sophistication and functionality of the more modern.

A characterful and spacious 3 bedroom upper maisonette offering in excess of 1,100 sq. ft of accommodation over the 1st and 2nd floors of this imposing mid-terraced house.

A truly stunning 1st floor apartment, laterally converted across this pair of Georgian houses, with big windows, ornate balconies and high ceilings, there is also use of a communal garden.

A beautifully presented and bright 2 bedroom apartment set on the top floor and mezzanine, offering in excess of 1,000 sq. ft of accommodation.

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A nicely presented purpose built flat close to Highbury Fields, local shops and transport links. (Available now, furnished.)

A split-level apartment converted from a Victorian midterrace house on a little-used residential road in Islington. (Available now, furnished.)

A spacious 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment in a brand new development close to the City and with easy access to Islington. (Available now, furnished.)

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A recently refurbished apartment on the 1st floor of a private block in the heart of Islington’s vibrant centre, a stone’s throw from Angel underground station. (Available now, unfurnished.)

A bright converted apartment on the 1st floor of a large Victorian terraced house close to Clissold Park and Canonbury station. (Available now, furnished.)

A 3rd floor apartment in a period property located in a quiet tree-lined residential street with excellent access to local shops and public transport. (Available now, un/furnished.)

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