issue sevenmarch / april twenty-thirteen

fab phillipinestravel tales from jaillan yehia

fruity beautythe natural way to fabulous features

cuban cuisines eat out in style at canterbury’s no.1 hotspot

IS THIS THE FACE OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST ACTOR?

Daniel Day Lewis

Ovarian cancer a danger that can hideOvarian cancer often has no obvious signs in its early stages.It’s a disease all women should know about.

As women get older, it’s important to know about ovarian cancer.

A few statistics first: In the UK, we have one of the highest rates of ovarian cancer in Europe. The disease is also the fifth most common cancer in women and, each year, nearly 7,000 people are diagnosed with the disease*.

Although the risks rise as you get older, the disease is not linked to the menopause itself. However, some drugs used to manage menopausal symptoms may increase, or indeed decrease, your risk. At the moment, it is not known what causes ovarian cancer.

The symptomsSo what are the symptoms? Frustratingly, they can be very vague when the disease is in its early stages. Some women aren’t aware of any symptoms at all, while some others may feel pain in the lower abdomen or side, and/or a bloated or full feeling in the abdomen.

The first sign of ovarian cancer is usually an enlarged ovary. However, being located deep within the pelvic cavity, any swelling may go unnoticed until it becomes more advanced. At a later stage, symptoms may include:

• A swollen abdomen

• Lower abdominal and leg pain

• Sudden weight loss or gain

• Change in bowel or bladder function

• Nausea

• Swelling in the legs

• Irregular/unusual vaginal bleeding

Consultant

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Are you at risk?We know that some women have a greater risk than others. This may include you if you have a family history of the disease; if you’ve never been pregnant; if you’re receiving long-term oestrogen replacement therapy; and/or if you’re over 50.

Studies show that women who have had children, who breastfeed, or who use oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are less likely to develop ovarian cancer. These factors decrease the number of times a woman ovulates, and studies suggest that fewer ovulations over a lifetime may lower the risk of ovarian cancer, possibly because it reduces your overall exposure to oestrogen.

If you’re receiving oestrogen replacement therapy over a long term (more than ten years) this may also increase your risk. A chat with your doctor about the risks/ benefits could be a good idea.

www.bmihealthcare.co.uk/chaucer

Forfurtherinformation pleasecallBMITheChaucerHospitalon 0800 092 8728

You can also learn more at cancerhelp.cancerresearchuk.org

*Source: cancerhelp.cancerresearchuk.org

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A few protective stepsAlthough there is no certain way to prevent the disease, there are some sensible steps you can take.

• Askyourdoctorforaregular pelvic examination

• Reportanyirregularvaginalbleedingor abdominal pain to your doctor

• Ifyouhaveclosefamilymembers(mother, sister or daughter) with ovarian cancer, discuss your risk factorswithyourdoctor

• Don’tuseexcessivetalcumpowderon or near your vagina; some research has linked talcum powder to anincreasedriskofovariancancer

•Eatalow-fatdiet

Source: cancerhelp.cancerresearchuk.org

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Hello and welcome to our second issue of the year, although as I write this in late

February it is positively Baltic outside, the next few weeks should herald the arrival of spring and we can start to put those winter layers to the back of the wardrobe and dress for the (hopeful) arrival of some fairer climes on our delightful Kentish coast.

With that in mind check out 10 pages of seasonal fashion from Fenwicks or take a look what suits your shape with some expert advice from Deborah Eastlake, personal shopper at the Ashford Designer Outlet on page 74.

With Spring in the air we should also look forward to getting out and about so check out our cycle trail, this time taking us from Canterbury to Wye, and our first East Kent walk which takes us on a mile through the gorgeous Goodnestone on page 20.

As it’s time to get back into the garden why not look for some ornamental inspiration at Chilstone, set in 38 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and featuring some of the most unique stonework you will see anywhere, let alone just in Kent – our feature starts on page 18.

Amy McManus takes a look around one of Kent’s most historic and majestic towns as she winds her way through Royal Tunbridge Wells and tells us why we ought to do the same .

We have recipes from The Forge in Canterbury where we also check out the food at one of Kent’s hottest venues (and our regular cocktail recipe experts) The Cuban and see just why this cavernous hotspot is getting bigger and better with every passing week.

With our usual features on health and beauty, some first class travel, motoring, music, entertainments and education say hello to Spring with East Kent Lifestyle and we’ll see you in the Summer.

Pete Nichols, Publishing Director

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what’s inside...

cycle canterbury to

wye

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get the manila munchies

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daniel day lewis

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food and drink 42 The Broadstairs Spring Fayre 43 Ambrette Receives Elite Award 45 Kentish Lamb and

Merguez Cocotte47 Kent Young Chef Award 48 Food for Thought 49 Cocktail from the Cuban 50 Lunch at the Cuban53 The Perfect Recipe

for the Kitchen55 Raw Chocolate Easter Truffles

home 22 Jacksons Fencing24 The Bathroom of the Future 25 Live the Whitstable Dream28 Pentland Homes launches

new apartments30 Plastic...Fantastic music 37 Adams Alex

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adams alex37

cross country runner

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an affinity for fitness

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health & fitness 76 An Affinity For Fitness80 Fruity Beauty!82 Sitting pretty with THD fashion 64 Fenwicks Fashion 74 Trends & Fashion79 Harrison's Hair Tips regulars & features 10 News 14 Fabulous Finds 16 Cycle Trail 18 Chilstone 20 Goodnestone 39 Daniel Day Lewis 63 Birthstones 90 Interview with Malcolm Cox 88 What's Occurring? travel 58 Get the Manila Munchies 61 A day at Dukes

motoring 56 Volvo V40 Cross Country

education 85 Sir Roger Manwood's 450th Anniversary 87 Taylor Made for Performance

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“One of the UK's most fascinating and unique visitor attractions”

Quex House & Gardens

A world-class collection of 19th Century natural history and ethnography from Africa and Asia ~ Fascinating furniture and

objets d’art ~ Oriental fine arts ~ Ceramics ~ Weaponry ~ Local archaeology ~ Beautiful informal gardens & historic Victorian

glasshouses ~ Boutique café and tearooms ~ Groups welcome

Museum & GardensTuesday - Sunday 10am to 5pm

HouseTuesday - Sunday 1pm to 4pm

Please visit the websitefor seasonal dates andentrance fees.www.quexmuseum.org

Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens Quex Park, Birchington, Kent, CT7 0BH | T. 01843 842168 | E. enquiries@quexmuseum.org

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ContributorsRenee Maguire, Jaillan Yehia, Peter Nichols, Deborah Eastlake, Lorna Morris, Marleen Smet-Hermans, Tony King, Explore Kent, Amy McManus, Bradley McManus, BMI Chaucer, John Sanson, Shelley Williams, Rev. Mark Aitken, Sam Wydymus, Sue Harrison, Nerissa Blower.

Contributing PhotographersJo Doran, Jaillan Yehia, Peter Nichols, Lorna Morris, Ken Loos.

For all advertising enquiries please contact sales on 01707 878 026

Publishing DirectorPete Nichols pete@psapublishing.co.uk

Sales ExecutiveJo Costellosales@psapublishing.co.uk

Travel EditorJaillan Yehiahello@savoirthere.com

Creative DirectorStuart Bennettstuart@bainesdesign.co.uk

Managing DirectorAndrew Bennettandrew@bainesdesign.co.uk

DistributionSam Holliday

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The Coastguard pub & Restaurant isn’t hard to find.

between the bottom of the hill and the deep blue sea

Head for the sound of the waves lapping against the white cliffs of Dover, follow the delicious aroma of local produce cooking in a busy kitchen, search out the glint of freshly-poured ale. When the English Channel is about to wet your toes, you’ll be there.

Admittedly, it’s a location hard to beat. A pub with its own beach and views across to France when the weather’s clear. Couples say it’s decidedly romantic; families say it’s great fun.

It’s true that when you get to us your mobile might think you’re already in France (it is only 23 miles away) but The Coastguard prides itself on being an entirely British-orientated seaside “home from home.”

We’d love to see you soon. The Coastguard – your home by the sea.

50 minutes from London40 minutes from Calais2 seconds from the sea

St Margaret’s Bay, near Doverwww.thecoastguard.co.ukTel: 01304 853176

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MARGATE MOVIE COMPANY TO PREMIERE FILM AT WINTER GARDENS FUNDRAISERMargate based film production company BoogieDown Movies are to host a fundraising gala at the Margate Winter Gardens on 27th April where they will be premiering their short film “Ta Ta Then” followed by a three course meal, performances by WiseWoods Dance Crew, MC Spooka & Vibe, as well as a DJ & photographer for the evening.

“Ta Ta Then” was shot in Summer 2011 using Kent actors and crew and has recently returned from a highly successful year on the festival circuit having won the Open Trophy at the Kent Film Festival and received official selection at both the Portobello Film Festival and at York (ASFF) Film Festival.

The fundraising event, which will consist of an auction and a grand prize draw is being held in order to fund Boogie Down’s second short film titled “Digit”. As well as fundraising for the movie the evening will also be supporting a worthwhile charity on the night. Simon Roser, who, along with Mick Lucas make up BoogieDown Movies is an ex squaddie so has chosen SSFA (The Soldiers & Sailors Families Association) to be the beneficiaries of the evening’s charity contributions.

An “Oscars” style gift bag for attendees will be given out at the end of the evening filled with quirky bits and pieces contributed from local businesses including The Cupcake Café & Margate Retro.

Try to get down if you can and help put this dynamic local production company on the map

For more info go to www.boogiedownmovies.com

Or call Simon Roser on 07912 992 432

February 21st-24th saw the second annual GEEK (Games Expo East Kent) festival hit Margate’s Winter Gardens, which developed the format established in 2012 - a celebration of video gaming past, present and future with a strong emphasis on fun and skills. GEEK2013 kicked off with an evening of play and games across Margate’s Old Town. Visitors were able to play a selection of international games bought together for the evening by guest curators Hide & Seek.

Many of these games took play away from traditional consoles and used diverse interfaces including the kinect, smartphones and custard.

Kate Kneale and Laura Sandys MP fought a close battle playing “Punch the Custard” - a re-envisaging of a seaside sideshow entertainment using bowls, custard, tinfoil and an arduino by game designer George Buckingham. “It’s a

wonderful example of programming and fun” said GEEK organiser Kate Kneale.

The Winter Gardens was transformed by artist Gudrun Haraldsdottir who worked with Margate based Urban Art Studio, assisted by students from Christchurch University to create a pixellated landscape in the Main Hall.

Dan Simpson created a crowd sourced poem performed live at the GameCityNights evening and theatre maker Ellie Jones challenged teams to solve a town wide mystery.

Other highlights included Projector Games, zombie makeup workshops, The Beatles Rock Band, Tots and Technology talk, a Pinball Arcade timeline from the 1950s and hundreds of games and consoles to play all day.

For more info www.geek2013.co.uk

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Charlie Lakin, head chef at The Marquis at Alkham, in the Alkham Valley, has attained a coveted 3 AA rosettes in his 4th year at the helm. One of only 4 restaurants in Kent to achieve such recognition, Charlie is quite rightly proud.

‘To achieve such a long term ambition is great from a personal point of view’ says Charlie, ‘but

as a business it shows how we have strived to improve our offering for our customers at a time when quality and value are very important’.

‘It is also a great honour to be considered equal to many iconic restaurants in which I have dined & taken inspiration from in the past’ he adds ‘although it has been a lot of hard work to get here, and I am sure it will take a lot of hard work to stay here and progress’ before heading back into the kitchen...

Charlie was recently seen on BBC’s Great British Menu, and is featuring in the upcoming 2013 series. His menus showcase Kent’s exceptional produce and a blend of traditional and innovative techniques.

Charlie offers a selection of menus to keep his discerning diners happy. A feature at lunch time is his ‘express menu’ at an astounding £ 12.50 for 3 courses, Whilst his 6 course tasting menu offers keen foodies the chance to try some of his signature dishes – perhaps alongside some carefully chosen accompanying wines. Children under 12 eat free at lunch.

Any press enquiries please contact Ben Walton on

07921331508 or ben@themarquisatalkham.co.uk

To make a reservation, please call 01304 873410.

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The Marquis At Alkham

Chef Gains 3 AA rosettes

Popular Food and Craft market relocates to Canterbury’s Marlowe Arcade

The Whitefriars Food and Craft market has relocated to Canterbury’s Marlowe Arcade following the success of the first ever ‘pop-up’ Christmas market, which attracted over 25,000 shoppers over an 18-day period. The new venue is the former Coast unit adjacent to Rush Hair and Stormfront. Coast fashions are now available from the concession in Fenwick.

The new Whitefriars Food and Craft market is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5.00pm (6pm on late night Thursdays) and Sundays from 10am to 4pm.

Suzanne Thornton, Commercialisation Manager at Whitefriars, says: “The Christmas Food and Craft market worked really well for both stall holders and shoppers over the festive period. Since then, we have seen a huge increase in interest from local artisans keen to sell their products on a regular basis. When the Marlowe Arcade unit became available, we thought it would make a great venue for the market, which was previously located in Whitefriars Square and subject to the vagaries of the English weather!”

Regular products on sale at the new Whitefriars Food and Craft market include sweet and savoury home baked goods, home smoked meats, fish and cheese, vintage and shabby chic homeware and interiors, one-off boutique fashions and accessories, bespoke stationery and greetings cards, sewing kits and lessons, artisan ceramics and pyrography designs on locally sourced sustainable wood.

More information can be found on the market’s Facebook page: Whitefriars Food & Craft Market.

For further information, please contact: Martyn Barr Impact PR & Design Limited T +44 (0)1227 450022 E martyn@impactprdesign.co.uk

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A unique and sustainable venue,

set in six acres of beautiful

gardens and a stone’s throw

from the beach at

St. Margaret’s Bay

pinescalyx.co.uk

01304 851 737

The Pines Garden, Beach Road,

St. Margaret’s Bay, Kent

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Every issue we will be giving some tips and ideas to save you money, make you healthier and happier and become a little bit greener.

• Sow something – whether you have a garden or just a windowsill, everyone can grow some greens. Ready mixed cut and come again salad seeds are cheap and readily available, sow every fortnight for a continuous supply – so much cheaper and fresher than super market salad bags. For something a bit different, recycle plastic food trays and fill them 3cm deep with multi- purpose compost, then sow thickly with dried peas that have been soaked overnight. Keep the compost moist and within a couple of weeks you will have some delicious fresh tasting pea shoots which you can cut and come again several times over.

• Forage something –wild garlic can be found in moist damp woodland at this time of year. The long, slightly triangular green leaves give off a pungent garlic smell when lightly crushed and in May the plants produce edible, delicate white flowers. The leaves can be used in soups, salads and wilted as a green. One of the best ways to use them is to make Wild Garlic Pesto. In a food processor whizz

up 50g of wild garlic leaves, with 25g of pine nuts and approximately 200ml extra virgin olive oil. Then mix in 40g of freshly grated parmesan and a little salt and pepper to taste. Yum. Before foraging, make sure you have permission and always leave enough for others and for the plant to replenish.

• Make something - Why not build a clay oven in your garden? Popularised by Hugh Fearnley- Whittingstall and Jamie Oliver, a clay oven will cook an authentically thin and crispy pizza in two minutes and you can also use it to bake bread, slow cook casseroles and produce your Sunday roast. Plus the oven will keep the chill off during evenings in the garden. Come along to our one day at Rippledown on 18th May and find out all you need to design and build your very own. www.rippledown.com for more info.

• Save Something – Did you know that your car uses more fuel when you when you first start the engine? Save money and emissions by reversing into parking spaces in car parks.

Then you can drive straight out of the space, without the usual turns and manoeuvres. See http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/Travel/Driving for more smart driving tips.

• Do Nothing – take ten minutes each day to just sit and quitely observe the world around you, watch as spring brings our gardens, parks and countryside to life. The Pines Garden www.pinesgarden.co.uk is one of the many peaceful gardens open to the public in Kent. Come and mediate if you like or just listen and observe nature. And relax.

Brought to you by The Bay Trust team who manage the Pines Calyx, Europe’s most sustainable Wedding and events venue and Rippledown environmental education centre. Committed to providing a wide range of opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn about practical sustainable living within a low carbon world.

www.pinescalyx.co.uk

www.baytrust.org.uk

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Finds[fabulous finds]

Ok, so this is probably out of reach for the bank balance of most of us, but it’s nice to dream – and this is a thing of rare beauty. The 18 K red gold case features 126 brilliant-cut diamonds, set in one and two rows along the oval bezel. The watch also houses a rose-shaped pink sapphire in addition to an applied numeral “12” plated with red gold. Replete white alligator-leather wristband secured by a pronged buckle made of 18 K red gold this is one magnificent timepiece ladies!

www.montblanc.com / 0208 332 4552

Price: Approx. £10,850.00

PRINCESSE GRACE DE MONACO RED GOLD AUTOMATIC TIMEPIECE

S5 VITALITY MASK

THALGO THALASSOBATH WITH ALGAE

East Kent Lifestyle Magazine’s hottest buys.

The new Vitality Mask from certified organic cosmeceutical brand, S5 Skincare, is designed to reverse the effects of skin stress. The Vitality Mask contains marine enzymes sustainably derived from salmon caviar hatching water which mimic the body’s own enzymes and gently detach dead skin cells from the outer layer of the skin.

www.s5skincare.co.uk

Price £42 for 75ml

For those who love a good bath after exercising swap your usual bubble bath for some salts. Thalassobath with Algae contains 76% sea salts and 24% remineralising brown algae (Ascophyllum and Laminaria) rich in trace elements and minerals. It makes a great remedy for sports injuries, easing muscle aches and pains. Simply pour three capfuls under running warm bath water and relax.

Available from www.senzumbrellas.com or from www.sciencemuseumshop.co.uk from £24.95

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YUMMY MUMMY’S DREAM PRAM

SENZ SMART UMBRELLA CONTACTSPOD – LENSES ON THE GO!

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Designer prams are all the rage among the yummy mummies up and down the country but this baby (for your baby) is in an altogether different league. The Silver Cross Surf - Aston Martin Edition is the only pram to have ever been made in a numbered limited edition (800 worldwide) and will be available from Harrod’s for £2,000.

For more information on this ultimate designer recliner go to www.harrods.com and search “Silver Cross Surf”

With its unique lightweight design, the Smart Senz Unbrella will protect you in all weather, and is windproof up to 60km/h. This sturdy little number will keep you dry and smiling even in the strongest of gales. The shape guarantees the umbrella will not turn inside out and offers great visibility. Perfect for the walk to work in those pesky April showers!

Available from www.senzumbrellas.com or from www. sciencemuseumshop.co.uk from £24.95

Contactspod is simple but ingenious. It is the world’s first disposable contact lens case that comes already filled with a multipurpose solution. The size of a make-up compact, the Contactspod provides single-use, airtight storage for contact lenses whenever you are on the move. Open the case, peel back the foil seal and insert lenses into the sterile solution contained within each pod. Once the case is closed it forms an airtight seal and keeps lenses hydrated and safe for up to 24 hours.

Contactspod are available from high street Opticians: RRP £3.49

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Canterbury toWyeCycle

The route one way is 12 miles 19.3km using cycle route 18 and includes the Great Stour Way a 3 mile riverside cycle route from Chartham to Canterbury.

This exhilarating trail guides you from the ancient city of Canterbury along the Great Stour Way. Following the winding Great Stour River, the trail provides the perfect opportunity to glimpse the diversity of wildlife which calls this historic river home. The river will lead you to the charming village of Chartham, where you will cycle pass the ancient mill, listed in the Domesday Book of 1086. Cycling through the picturesque countryside, your route will take you to the village of Wye, a beautiful historic village which offers a selection of pubs and restaurants to complete your cycle ride.

Your route will lead off from Whitehall Meadows, a local Nature Reserve and wet meadow which encourages the rare brown sedge and other locally scarce plants to thrive. While

here glance across the Great Stour for views of Bingley’s Island. Today a nature reserve, this misleadingly named island never belonged to a man named Bingley, in fact its name comes from the Old English, ‘binnan ea’, meaning ‘within a river’.

Cycling along this stunning stretch of river you will encounter an abundance of wildlife; migratory birds enjoy the shallow scrapes of the Hambrook Marshes and common lizards love basking on the stretch of earth crossing the marshes at the Elham Valley Line. However, unlike the scrapes at Hambrook Marshes, this bank has not been created for the benefit of wildlife; in fact it is the remnants of the long-closed railway line; once twisting its path across the Great Stour and Hambrook, the line was a direct route to Folkestone.

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Continuing alongside the picturesque river bank you will soon reach Thanington; this medieval village is referenced as far back as AD791. Your route will wind past the heart of the village, the Court Lodge Farm and Church; gaze across the flowing waters of the Great Stour to the Manor of Thanington, occupied by wealthy families since the Domesday Book. Yet this manor is famed for more than its age; James Hales, eldest son to the Hales and occupant of this manor, is said to have been imprisoned and tortured by Mary Tudor in the 16th Century; upon release James returned to Thanington and tragically drowned himself in the Great Stour.

Cycling past the tranquil lakes of Thanington, which date back to the earliest phase of gravel quarrying just after the Second World War, look out for the range of flora and fauna, reed warblers and dragonflies which are catered for in this man-made, yet beautiful landscape.

As you wind along the river towards Chartham, enjoy a glimpse of the six Anglo Saxon graves and traces of a dwelling from across the river. Now known as Horton, the people buried here would have been more familiar with its original name, Horatun.

Upon Entering the village of Chartham observe the mill on the Great Stour’s banks. This mill alone holds a rich history in Chartham. Recorded in the Domesday Book as a corn mill, the mill was used for fulling for the textiles industry in the 14th century, since the 18th century its role in Kent’s industry has further transformed to become a significant part of the Paper industry.

As you leave the banks of the Great Stour, continue your route further along cycle route 18 through the ancient woodland of Denge Wood; the woodland provides welcome shade after leaving the reflective water of the Great Stour. Denge Wood is believed to date back to 1600 AD and lies within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Continuing on from the profusion of flora and fauna and wildlife of Great Stour, Denge Wood offers sweet chestnut coppice and conifers, which provide shade for expanses of bluebells, dogs mercury and columbine on the forest floor. Listen out for the nightingales and Chiff Chaffs which nest here in the woodland, in addition you may catch a glimpse of the dormice, lizards and adders within their natural habitat of the woodland.

Following the trail you will soon reach the village of Wye; nestled at the foot of the North Downs, Wye’s long history is entwined with its agricultural industry and is renowned for being home to one of the world’s most important agricultural colleges. However, the history of Wye is not limited to agriculture; Aphra Behn, widely regarded as one of the first English women to make a living as a writer, was born here in 1940. As you continue through Wye, gaze up at the Wye Crown above the village, which was cut into the chalk of the North Downs to mark the coronation of King Edward VII in 1902.

If your cycle ride falls on either the first or third Sunday of the month, Wye Farmers Market is an excellent place to buy locally-sourced produce, from bread and cakes to fish, game and meat. If you are unable to visit the market, the main street in the centre of Wye offers a variety of pubs and restaurants to perfect your cycle ride.

For more cycle rides in Kent, visit www.kent.gov.uk/explorekent or follow @explorekent on Twitter.

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Location: Canterbury to Wye

Distance: 12 miles (19.3km) one way. Ride Easy 6 mph, Ride Well 7-8 mph, Ride Strong 13-15 mph

Terrain: Paths and tracks

OS Explorer Map: 150 & 137

Parking / Transport: Limited on street parking in Wye, ample paid for parking in Canterbury. Catch the train between Wye and Canterbury if you cycle one way only.

Refreshments and facilities: There are a range of restaurants and pubs in both Canterbury and Wye.

ChilstoneCelebrating their diamond anniversary this

year, “Chilstone Garden Ornaments” was founded by the late Michael Dibben in 1953 at Great Linford Manor in Buckinghamshire

before first moving to Kent in 1976. For 20 years the company operated from Sprivers, a

beautiful National Trust property but since 1996 the entire operation (following the

consolidation of the manufacturing workshop and show gardens to one location) Chilstone’s

home has been at Langton Green, near Tunbridge Wells.

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Chilstone’s offering is unique, fascinating and one whose business, it is quite obvious to see, is lived and breathed by those who work at the beautiful show gardens. The work on display is all hand crafted – and in a world of homogenised production, it is fabulous to see a business which is so dependent on the skill, love and dedication of the individual. A bespoke service is offered from a wealth of dedicated, experienced craftsmen.

Chilstone’s stone products cater for both the traditional garden ornaments and also for more contemporary architectural design on both a small and grand scale. For me however, it is the magic of the garden ornaments that really capture the imagination.

Many of us will have garden ornaments, often picked up at a local garden centre – they add a little distinction and character to an outside space, of that there’s no doubt. However, don’t you always find that if you come across such ornaments or statues in perhaps a public park or gardens, or in that of a stately or historical home that they seem to just belong that little bit more? That somehow, by the virtue of having been there so long that they become almost like a living, breathing part of the landscape? This is what Chilstone products can replicate in stunning fashion.

Each Chilstone ornament is made in reconstituted stone by a special process developed over many years to ensure a finished texture virtually indistinguishable from natural stone but the real magic is that the

formula’s composition encourages the spontaneous growth of mosses and lichens, which rapidly give the ornament the antiquated appearance of an original. Other tips and tricks to weather the ornaments are also on offer from those at Chilstone – although getting your hands on their unique formula is like getting your hands on the Colonel’s special blend of 11 herbs and spices – it’s not going to happen!

Since Chilstone was bought by an entrepreneur in 2007, significant investment in the show gardens and moulds in particular has breathed a new lease of life into the business. The show gardens in particular offer the prospective customer a fantastic natural environment in which to view and enjoy some of their best ornaments. Set in 35 acres of woodland it is not unheard of in the least for families to come to Chilstone to take in the stunning views, lakeside walks and take a picnic to enjoy in the idyllic and tranquil environment. On display throughout the gardens are working fountains, temples, benches, urns, pedestals, and all manner of other handmade stone works and ornaments from the workshop. There is also a sculpture walk, which in addition to the many original Chilstone ornaments, are displayed exclusive works from many independent sculptors. This is a genuine free day out in the glorious Kent countryside open seven days a week, including bank holidays!

The architectural stone side of the business is also flourishing. Although my personal interest may be in the

ornaments there is no doubting the quality and appeal of many of their larger scale architectural works. Six figure commissions are not uncommon and the stone made at Chilstone is exported around the world – not only is the finished product virtually indistinguishable from quarried stone, but as it is entirely hand made a customer can request highly bespoke pieces on a small or grand scale.

From large scale columns and balustrading, pool surrounds, bollards and temples to porticos, examples of Chilstone’s architectural work are equally as beautiful as their ornamental collection.

As well as at the show gardens, one can see Chilstone’s works on display at many places of interest including Kensington and Kew Gardens, Hever Castle, The Pantiles, Longleat Estate and as far afield as the Barakura Gardens in Tokyo (the first authentic English garden in Japan).

Chilstone also has a long standing affiliation to the prestigious events such as the Hampton Court Flower Show and the world renowned Chelsea Flower Show. This being the centenary year of the CFS you can expect something extra special from Chilstone, although news of this year’s involvement will not be made public for a couple of months yet.

As the weather brightens up and spring is in the air why not find the time to visit Chilstone yourself? With a series of events planned for the summer months, be sure to check out their website for details before visiting.

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oodnestoneEnjoy a picturesque circular walk from Goodnestone and discover

wonderful hidden treasures en route, including the fascinating gardens at Goodnestone Park, and the local landmark, Chillenden Mill.

Your route begins opposite the church that stands in the centre of Goodnestone village. The parish of Goodnestone covers the villages of Chillenden, Rowling, Knowlton, Tickenhurst, and Goodnestone; the largest of the five communities.

From Goodnestone village centre, the walk makes it way through woodland and arable fields, past sleepy lanes and cottages. As you follow the route, you'll see ahead Chillenden Windmill, a white clapboard structure standing in an exposed position about 1km north of the village. The Grade II listed building is an open trestle post mill, the last of its type to be built in Kent, and one of only five left in the UK. It was constructed by agricultural engineers Holman Brothers of Canterbury in 1868, to replace a 17th century post mill that had blown down, and occupies a site where windmills have stood for more than

500 years. The earlier mill was visible from Knowlton Court, an estate owned by a family called D'Aeths, or Deaths. The particular location of the mill on the D'Aeths' estate is said to have been chosen to please one of the ladies of the family, who may have lived for a while in Holland - a country renowned for the number and variety of its windmills. The D'Aeths' line died out around 1900, but the mill contined working until 1949, when it was damaged by a storm. The building was saved from falling into ruins when Kent County Council bought the mill from the Knowlton estate for £100 in 1958. Over the next 45 years the county council maintained the mill to preserve it as a landmark and reminder of the days when scores of windmills dotted the ridges of East Kent and dominated the landscape for miles around. Major restoration work was started in 1983, but disaster

struck in November 2003, when the mill was blown over and destroyed just weeks after the restoration project was completed. Work to rebuild Chillenden Mill on its original site began in 2004, and ended in August 2005. If you have time to spare, the windmill is well worth a visit. It is open to the public from May to the end of August, every Sunday, from 2.30pm-4.30pm. Entrance costs £1 for adults, and is free for children.　

On your return journey to the village, you will pass Goodnestone Park Gardens, considered to be one of the best gardens in the south east. The 14-acre estate contains woodland areas and walled gardens that surround Goodnestone House, an imposing stately home, built in 1704. Goodnestone is one of only three gardens in the county to be awarded the coveted two stars in the Good Garden Guide, and is of particular interest through its fascinating

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connections with the novelist Jane Austen. The great-grandson of the builder of Goodnestone House, Sir Brook Bridges' daughter Elizabeth married Edward Austen - Jane's brother. The famous author was a regular visitor to her brother's home, and began writing her celebrated novel, Pride and Prejudice, immediately after staying on the Goodnestone estate in 1796.

Goodnestone Park provides another enchanting visitor attraction that offers walkers the ideal opportunity to be pleasantly distracted for a couple of hours. Why not make the most of your visit and enjoy afternoon tea at the estate tearooms before resuming your walk?

The route continues past the gardens at the bottom of the hill, and heads through a gap, before following the enclosed path that brings you back to the church where your walk began.

For information about more free walks in Kent, go to www.kent.gov.uk/explorekent or follow @explorekent on Twitter.

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and more...Hooray! The clocks have gone forward which means it’s officially British Summer Time. The weather may not be “summery” yet, but we do have the extra light, which means more time to plan outdoor activities.

Maybe you have it mind to give your garden or outdoor living space a makeover and you are raring to go to make some improvements, but you need some inspiration? Well here’s an idea, why not have a look through Jacksons web site, there’s a wealth of information and ideas on there.

Our new panels like Venetian and Woven feature in our show gardens pages and image galleries, they show how the panels work together with other elements like decking, water features, paving and planting, to create stunning gardens.

And for the last few years we have been adding stories to our Customer Projects pages on the web site. This is another ideal source of ideas, by looking at the projects other people have carried out. Some have ‘before’

and ‘after’ pictures, which show what an amazing difference can be made, for example one customer says this: The main reason for putting the deck there was to make good use of the space at the back of the house. The ground slopes away quite steeply. It was quite a drop from the back door to the grass. The decking area is now level with the house, so we can now step out from the lounge onto the deck. Because this has raised our sitting area up higher we can now sit on the deck and enjoy much more of the sea views.

When accompanied by pictures of projects like this it can be a really useful source of inspiration, and may give you ideas on how to make a problem area in

your own outdoor area become useful. Some of the projects show a simple but effective change like increasing privacy by adding a trellis panel to the top of a fence, but others show a complete garden makeover - well worth a read - visit your local page:www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk/ashfordlocal to see a link to customer projects and the show gardens pages online.

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RINSER TOOTHBRUSHScott Amron revealed his “rinser toothbrush” last year with at a retail price of $22. The design cleverly does away with the need to rinse using a cup or glass after brushing your teeth with a specially designed groove in the handle directing water from the tap into a “drinking fountain” style jet with which you can rinse after brushing.

See a demo video here www.psfk.com/2012/06/toothbrush-with-rinser.html

Ok, so this one may just be pushing it a little! For the ultimate lazy boy (or girl) this £4,000 toilet with its adjustable heated seat and foot warmer has a motion controlled lid which automatically opens as you approach and closes when you leave, as well as flushing for you. You can customise the seat position, water temperature and pressure, ambient lighting and audio (yes, audio with a music system, rear speaker, FM radio and an MP3 jack), through a removable hand held touch screen remote.

It’s certainly a pretty looking lavvy with a few tricks up its sleeve but some might say that shelling out £4k on a lavatory is just flushing money down the toilet! www.kohler.com/numi/

THE SMART TAPNow, here’s something a bit different. A tap that identifies you using facial screening, then pours water at a preset pressure and temperature catered to your preferences.

The integrated touch screen on top also shows a glimpse of your e-mail and calendar, along with the outside temperature, while built-in LEDs illuminate the pouring water in colours matching the water temperature.

The email and calendar function may be handy when you’re brushing your teeth in the morning but I’m struggling with the assumption that I want my water to be set at the same temperature and pressure for brushing my teeth as washing my face? www.ihouse.com

MIRROR & TV Once you’ve finished your bath time shave (or are simply done with admiring yourself!) then at the press of a button this wall mounted mirror will transform into a state of the art TV. So you can lay back and relax, safe in the knowledge that you’re not going to miss a moment of your favourite show.

This model, prices from £999 for a Chic Serie A 26’’Bathroom TV Mirror www.sobathrooms.com

We took a look around the web to bring you some of the 21st century’s most opulent bathroom additions.

TAN IN THE SHOWERThe ProSun Sunshower brings you your own private sun in the shower so you can top up on your tan while you perform your morning ablutions. The Sunshower uses a balanced UV light spectrum which very closely resembles natural sunlight. Formerly priced at a budget busting $8700 (£5.5k to you and me), these can now be found for around $2800 (£1780) on eBay. Or you could just spend the money on a couple of holidays in the actual sun! www.prosunsunshower.com

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Live the Whitstable dreamA rare opportunity to purchase new homes near the harbour with off street parking for at least two vehicles in Whitstable and under £250,000 – is this for real??

Many people dream of owning a home close to the sea in a town with a reputation of having shabby chic shops, restaurants, yacht club and renowned for its Oysters – Whitstable has it all and is only an hour’s drive from London !

RPC New Homes are delighted to offer on behalf of Richard Beale Developments,

these two and three bedroom houses. Designed with holiday homes in mind, these properties benefit from off street parking for at least two cars plus private storage to the rear, ideal for the windsurfers

and barbeques! On entering the properties there is a good size hallway with storage cupboards and utility rooms. Stairs lead up to the living accommodation on the first floor with open plan living/ kitchen areas which enjoy high gloss white units, wood laminate work surfaces and integrated Bosch appliances including, hob, oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. All bedrooms have fitted carpets and the master bedrooms enjoy Juliette balconies to the front. Each property also enjoys at first floor level a private decked terrace - ideal for relaxing after a day at the beach with stairs leading to private gardens.

All homes come with wood laminate flooring and fitted carpets, gas fired central heating and are ready for immediate occupation.

Prices start from £229,995

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Award winning Kent housebuilder, Pentland Homes, has recently launched a development of 36 high quality two bedroom apartments in Hawkinge, Kent. Priced from £129,000, the apartments are also available to purchase under the Government backed NewBuy scheme, meaning eligible buyers only have to put down a 5% deposit.

The development, Terlingham Forum, will form part of a wider new community at Hawkinge, a new town which has been in development over a number of years, and has always been earmarked as the “neighbourhood centre” with a variety

of facilities to serve the wider community. Interestingly, the scheme will also include commercial units set to comprise a range of shops beneath, as well as separate commercial units suitable for SMEs who require office or workshop space.

Janet Burnell, sales and marketing director at Pentland Homes, comments: “Terlingham Forum presents a rare opportunity for first time buyers to purchase a brand new home with a high quality, modern specification at an affordable price. As part of the Government’s NewBuy scheme, we are also offering a 95% mortgage to those eligible, hopefully enabling first time buyers to make their first step onto the housing ladder.”

Perched on the crest of the North Downs in the village of Hawkinge, Terlingham Forum offers the very best of apartment living. The cathedral city of Canterbury, Ashford and the M20 to London are all within easy reach, and a high speed rail from Folkestone to St. Pancras takes commuters to London in less than an hour.

All apartments benefit from integrated appliances, audio operated door entry system, and a choice of fixtures and fittings from the Pentland Homes range.

For further information, please contact the sales office on Tel: 01303 893080 or visit the website www.pentlandhomes.co.uk.

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PLASTIC...FANTASTIC!Words by Tony King of Papillon Interiors, Margate

MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY LIVING IDEAS FOR SPRINGSPRING HAS NEARLY SPRUNG AND WE ARE TURNING OUR ATTENTION TO LIGHTER EVENINGS AND WARMER DAYS. OF COURSE SPRING ALSO HERALDS A TIME OF NEW GROWTH AND FRESHNESS. IT IS ALSO A TIME FOR “OUT WITH THE OLD AND IN WITH THE NEW”. CERTAINLY THE SPRING CLEAN IS MEANT FOR CLEARING OUT OLD THINGS BUT WE SAY WHY REPLACE IF YOU CAN ENHANCE?

ACCENTUATING YOUR EXISTING OR INDEED MIXING SOME RETRO WITH NEW AND CONTEMPORARY IS OFTEN A GREAT WAY TO CREATE A NEW FEEL TO AN OTHERWISE TIRED SCHEME SO PLEASE READ ON FOR SOME IDEAS FOR KEY AREAS OF YOUR HOME……..

FULL OF BEANS!Another area of the house that can feel neglected is the living room. Often the temptation is to zoom off to the local ‘suites r us’ store and get the latest sofa. However often your existing suite can be accessorized with to change the style and accent of this living space.

Fatboy beanbags and the oversize Edison grand lamp can add some fun and style to a tired living room. Bright colours on items such as beanbags and rugs are also more cost effective to change later when colours go out of vogue whereas the lurid purple sofa can be hard to discard after only a year or two of use.

HAL’S KITCHENKitchen Diner. More and more the use of natural white colours are being blended with wood. The Hal plastic chairs, designed by Jasper Morrison, set against a light timber such as oak creates a very attractive and modern feel to open plan breakfast or dining areas.

The rustic feel of an old table or indeed a retro laminate top can be set against either colourful plastics or more muted whites to dramatic effect.

The leg frames can complement with wood or you can go for contrast with the bright chrome wire frame finish of the Eames Plastic Chair Series.

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These homes are attracting a lot of interest with over 25% either sold or on hold, and it’s easy to see why. Situated in the heart of the Kentcountryside, yet close to Canterbury and Ashford, Kingfisher Place is avaried and thoughtfully planned development of 25 outstanding two,three, four and five bedroom homes.

Take a look around the show home and don’t miss out on the new home that has everything!

The Show Home and Sales Office are open Thursday to Sunday 9.30am - 4pm and on Mondays from 9.30am - 2pm.

For more information please call 01227 731407www.pentlandhomes.co.uk

Shown above: a photograph of the interior of the show home and a computer generated view of the development. *The Early Bird Scheme is designed to help you sell your existing home and help towards your costs. It is available on selected plots only and subject to

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ALEX ADAMS IS ONE OF THE SOUTH'S HOTTEST PROPERTIES

RIGHT NOW.

Originally hailing from Margate Alex has played in a variety of guises but has recently gone solo to concentrate on his biggest asset. His voice; and a unique one it is too. I am used to hearing Alex sing and rap over rock guitar, but now given the opportunity to control the songs vocally he really is coming into his own. His latest track Lola was released on 22nd February to a packed venue in London. He is certainly one to watch in 2013. I caught up with him just before his single launch.

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IT STARTED AND WHY YOU’RE PLAYING?

Music has been a massive part of my life since I was very young. I was previously in a band which came to an end at the beginning of 2012, so I decided to go solo. I suppose you could say my music is alternative pop with plenty of soul. I write all the music with one other person and spent much of last year writing new material. Music and singing is everything to me. I love every aspect of it especially performing live and getting the crowd really going.

HOW DID YOUR FIRST GIG GO?

The first gig went great and was at the end of October 2012 in London. It was a completely new experience going solo as its very different to what I was used to with the band but it

only took a few songs and I felt back home again! Live is everything to me, you can't get a better buzz and I was very lucky to have a great crowd as well which always helps!

WHAT GIG OR EVENT ARE YOU MOST

PROUD OF?

I supported Juan Zelada in November last year in Brighton but it was an acoustic show. If I’m honest, for the first time I was out of my comfort zone as I had never done a complete set acoustically but it went great. I've been lucky enough to play some decent gigs over time but I'd never been more nervous for this gig. It was so up close and personal but I loved it and the crowd were incredible.

WHO HAVE PEOPLE COMPARED YOU TO?

A range of people really. Frank Ocean and The Weekend have been mentioned which is really cool as they are two of my biggest influences. The alternative pop sound of Ellie Goulding is another one. Vocally the biggest comparison that has been made is MJ which is a massive complement!! (I promise it wasn't my mum!!)

WHAT’S THE MOST RECENT SONG YOU HAVE WRITTEN? WHAT’S IT ABOUT?

I've just written a song called 'Lola' which I'm very excited about. It's probably the most commercial song so far and it has a big hook and a really cool vibe. It's about a girl that has been, let’s just say 'playing away from home' and has been caught out. But even knowing this it’s a girl that you just can't leave.

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…so they say, and Daniel Day-Lewis is a prime example.

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The awards ceremony last month has elevated Day-Lewis's name amongst the heavyweights of international movie stardom including Katherine Hepburn, Marlon Brando and Robert De Niro, all of whom have won two or more Oscars in their lifetime.

But what makes former bad boy and teenage delinquent the notable mysterious man of the silver screen today?

Born in London in 1957 to actress Jill Balcon and former Poet Laureate Cecil Day-Lewis, he was exposed to the arts at an early age but is wasn't until his schoolboy days he realized his unusual talent.

Attending a notorious South London school, Day-Lewis failed to blend in with the crowd and became a target for bullies for his middle class "poshness" and being of Jewish ancestry.

The young man developed a chameleon-like ability to imitate the accents and behaviour of his schoolmates and kept himself below the radar.

Acquiring a taste of tough London life, Day-Lewis got into shoplifting and petty crime.

Fed up with their disorderly child, the Day-Lewis’s marched their son to off Sevenoaks School in Kent to see if a boarding school could keep him on the straight and narrow.

The strict regime of the institution taught him his life-long passions; woodwork and acting, but the restless youth became unhappy and was transferred to a school in Hampshire.

To the wild child's delight, his first film debut in Sunday Bloody Sunday involved the 14-year-old vandalizing cars outside his local church. He earned a mere £2 for the project.

As he waved goodbye to childhood he had to tackle the important decision of what to pursue for a career. Fate, it seemed, had already mapped out his future. The young actor was praised for his excellent performances at the National Youth Theatre in London, but he chose to apply for a five-year apprenticeship as a cabinet-maker. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it) for Day-Lewis he was rejected due to lack of experience. He decided to return to the stage and attended the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School as a student for three years and later performed at the venue as a fully-fledged actor.

His first major supporting role in a feature film was in “The Bounty” in 1984, but the actor first caught the eyes of the critics with “My Beautiful Laundrette” and “A Room with a View” which both opened in New York on the same day.

This gave the audience and critics the opportunity to witness Day-Lewis's extraordinary acting range and establish him as a solid talent.

Day-Lewis has been selective in his roles and has only appeared in six films over the past 15 years, but his performances are so compelling that

his name has remained on the lips of fans and the film elite alike for decades.

A self-proclaimed agnostic, Day-Lewis is possibly the most enigmatic and adaptable actor of his time because of his ability to transform himself into any role without fear of pain or prejudice asserted from the performance.

As an archetypal method actor, Day-Lewis plunges himself head first into roles and has sometimes taken up to

a year to study and analyse each part he takes on.

To prepare for the part of a Czech surgeon in “The Unbearable Lightness Of Being” in 1988, Day-Lewis learnt

the language off by heart and refused to break character for almost the entire eight month shoot.

In 1989 he took on the role of a paralyzed poet in My Left Foot. Much to the despair of the film crew, Day-Lewis refused to move from his wheelchair so had to be lifted around the set and even had meals spoon fed to him.

Weeks of wheelchair-bound agony resulted in two broken ribs, but where there was pain there was gain; he was awarded an Oscar for Best Actor In a Leading Role.

One of his most impressive and perhaps maddest preparations was for the portrayal of Nathanial Hawkeye in Last Of The Mohicans

The British actor famed for his intense and bizarre absorption into his on-screen personas has become the first man to win the Best Actor Oscar three times, making him arguably the most successful screen thespian of modern times.

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in 1992. The actor spent days in the wilderness learning to track, hunt and skin animals for food. He learnt to accurately wield a tomahawk, build a canoe and hunt with a long rifle which he carried with him at all times, even to attend his family's Christmas dinner.

In preparation for his role as Bill the Butcher in Gangs of New York, he took up an official apprenticeship as a butcher and would sharpen his knives during breaks in filming.

His determination to stay in character meant he kept in period costume off-screen, wearing his character's signature top hat and thin overcoat and refusing to wear warmer modern coats. As a result he was diagnosed with pneumonia on set.

After a gruelling six month period of research and method acting Day-Lewis reluctantly took on the leading role in Lincoln after initially turning down Stephen Spielberg's offer.

A clear example of how careful he is when selecting work. Of course his career decisions are not always fool proof, as shown in 2009's musical flop, Nine.

Unlike many of his acting peers Day-Lewis leads a remarkably private life away from the film set.

Over a five year period in the late 1990s Day-Lewis disappeared from the limelight, supposedly to follow his passion of shoe-making. The actor is believed to have lived in Florence, Italy during his absence but left no trace of

his whereabouts at the time.

In 1994 his half brother Sean helped a journalist write a biography on Day-Lewis. The actor was so enraged that after an angry phone call to his half-brother, he completely cut him off and the pair have not spoken since.

Whether you are a fan of the exhaustive and often painful process of his art, Day-Lewis is an inspiration to established film actors.

Fellow born and bred Londoner Jude Law admitted Day-Lewis's portrayal of a homosexual punk in 1985's “My Beautiful Laundrette” encouraged him to abandon the theatre for the silver screen.

Although he savours his privacy and resents any kind of celebrity status, it has proved difficult to keep his love life hidden from prying eyes and ears.

On set of “The Crucible” in 1996 Day-Lewis met screen-writer Rebecca Miller, the daughter of writer Arthur Miller. The two found common ground and were married later the same year.

The couple have two children, Ronan Cal Day-Lewis and Cashel Blake Day-Lewis and the actor has one older son, Gabriel Cane Adjani from a previous relationship with Isabelle Adjani.

Day-Lewis has a remarkable talent to combine traditional English thespian training with the devotion of American method acting. Adding his latest Oscar for Lincoln to previous wins There Will Be Blood in 2007 and 1989's My Left Foot proves in the acting world to receive real achievement and admiration, quality rules over quantity.

Those expecting a pretentious and arrogant actor to accept the award last month would have been great surprised by his humility.

"I really don't know how any of this happened,'' He said, "I do know that I've received so much more than my fair share of good fortune in my life.''

Whatever the future holds for Daniel Day-Lewis, we think it’s safe to say that his place in cinematic history is well and truly secure.

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Following the continued success of the Broadstairs Food Festival, that traditionally comes to town for first weekend in October, the historic seaside town is to host a three day Spring Festival on Saturday 30th March to Monday 1st April. (free entry for all)

Over fifty stalls of Kent’s finest food and drinks producers, and arts and crafts, will be showcasing their products in Pierremont Park from 10am till 5pm. You will have the chance to meet firm favourites of the October festival, such as Phil Miles of Godmersham Game with his succulent venison burgers, and Ramsgate Brewery, alongside some exciting newcomers such as the Four Candles micro-pub and Eastcourt Manor who offer bread making courses.

The Broadstairs Food Festival is now firmly established as of one the leading epicurean events in the Kent calendar, so expect the same fabulous standard of produce to sample and buy.

Gourmet Fishcakes will be cooking up a storm of fish and the award winning Dev Biswal of the Ambrette restaurant will be preparing wonderful Indian food as well

as promoting a range of marinades and dressings. Look out, too, or Lola and Bessie – two fab vintage vehicles offering a range of hot food and drink.

Of course, Easter would not be Easter without a bonnet parade so deck those hats with ribbon, lace, chicks - whatever takes your fancy. Judging will be around 3pm on Sunday – weather permitting!

“The Fayre celebrates, showcase and champion Kent’s food heritage and diversity from sea to shore, field to fork,” said Festival Director Jo Scott, who added, “The event promotes Broadstairs’ and Kent’s quality food businesses and restaurant, diving the county’s reputation as a progressive and exciting food destination.

The three day weekend is followed by a ‘Garden of Kent’ supper celebrating Spring, catered by students of East Kent College, on April 25th. The menu features great Kent produce – five scrumptious courses for £29.50. (see website for menu and ticket details.)

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THE BROADSTAIRS SPRING FAYRE

BROADSTAIRS FOOD FESTIVAL

P R E S E N T S

VENUE: PIERREMONT HALL GROUNDDATE: MARCH 30TH – APRIL 1ST

TIME: 10AM – 5PMCOST: FREE ENTRY

CONTACT DETAILS: JO@BROADSTAIRSFOODFESTIVAL.ORG.UK

WWW.BROADSTAIRSFOODFESTIVAL.ORG.UK TEL: 01843 871102

EASTER WEEKEND SEES THE LAUNCH OF ANOTHER GREAT FESTIVAL FOR EAST KENT: THE BROADSTAIRS SPRING FAYRE.

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With close on 9,000 Indian restaurants and Balti houses in the British Isles – you would imagine that finding an absolute gem – a place where the food makes you go Wow! - one that you can’t wait to go back to - would be almost impossible and certainly not within striking distance of Thanet..

Not so if you flip through the new Cobra Good Curry Guide, whose strap line is "Britain's Top Restaurants as chosen by you". East Kent’s very own jewel – The Ambrette, Margate – has not only been judged as one of the top 100 restaurants in the UK but, along with its sister restaurant in Rye, has been given the accolade of “Best in the South East Counties’.

Pat Chapman, Editor of the guide, said, “Of the UK’s 9,000 Indian restaurants The Ambrette is one of the elite few - it

is a fantastic achievement.” Chef patron Dev Biswal does not serve ‘curry’ in the conventional manner. “The word curry has no direct translation in any of the sub-continent’s languages. Our cooking is modern Mumbia dining so I never expected our style of cuisine to be included in the Good Curry Guide.’

‘Dishes such as korma, tikka masala and biriani were introduced into the UK by the Bangladeshi community and I have great respect for that foundation. But over time, it has become rather formulaic and predictable. At the Ambrette, we are offer a, lighter, more refined interpretation of Indian cuisine.’

Main courses feature spiced feather steak of Sussex beef, pan fried breast of wood pigeon from Godmersham and succulent belly ribs of Kentish pork, each plate an absolute picture. And if you can make it as far as dessert, the granita sprinkled with mouth-popping space dust just has to be experienced.

Dev Biswal and the team at the Ambrette have already been recommended by the Michelin Guide and granted an AA Rosette for ‘culinary excellence’ – so it seems that the awards just keep coming. Well done The Ambrette!

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Reservations: 01843 231504 info@theambrette.co.uk

Lunch Tuesday to Sunday: 11.30am to last orders 2.30pm.

Dinner Tuesday to Thursday: 6.00pm to last orders 9.30pm

Dinner Friday to Sunday: 5.30pm to last orders 10.00pm

Easter Weekend. FREE ENTRY10am to 5pm. Sat 30th Mar - Mon Apr 1stPierremont Park, Broadstairs. CT10 1JX

Garden of Kent supper, 25th April at East Kent College

5 fab courses of locally sourced foodLicenced baLicenced bar. £29.50.

Event details:jo@broadstairsfoodfestival.org.uk

01843 871102, 07866 857 088

Ambrette Receives Elite Award

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8 Butchery LnCanterbury CT1 2JR01227 464 300

Andalucian Arabic Cuisine

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INGREDIENTS:1 kg diced and trimmed leg of Kentish lamb

Olive oil to fry

1/2 litre good red wine

600 ml beef stock

2 bay leaves

Bouquet garni

Freshly ground black Pepper and salt, preferable sea salt

300 gr. small carrots or julienne of carrots

500 good quality thin merguez sausages

Parsley or chivesMarleen Smet-HermansForge Bistro started due to Marleen’s experiences aboard living throughout Africa and Eastern and Western Europe, which sparked an excitement for spices and flavours found in different cuisines all round the world.

Marleen has had previous experience within the catering industry over 15 years ago with her own food catering business providing clients with weekend homes in Kent with creative and contemporary cooking, for small dinner parties and large banquets.

This experience coupled with Marleen’s time aboard gave her the inspiration for opening a Bistro in Canterbury, offering small dishes in a tapas style from all around the world.

Brown the meat in olive oil. Transfer to casserole.

Deglaze with the red wine and the beef stock. Bring to the boil. Pour this over the lamb.

Season and add bouquet garni and bay leaves.

Let this simmer in moderate oven for about 4 hours - 5 hours.

Cut and fry the merguez sausages and cut the carrots.

Add this to the casserole and return to oven for another 1/2 hour.

Add the parsley and chives.

Serve this with sautéed baby potatoes or crusty bread.

We serve this in The Forge in small cocottes with baby potatoes.

We must thank our local butcher, Wincheap Butchers for supplying all of our meat. The Lamb is Kentish, the beef; Angus and the butcher also makes our excellent merquez sausages on demand. The chicken is all free range & they also supply us with the most wonderful eggs.

By Marleen Smets-Hermans of The Forge Bistro, Canterbury

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Kentish Lamb and Merguez Cocotte

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Young Chef AwardKENT

WINNER’S RECIPE

INGREDIENTS:500 g Fallow Deer Venison Loin, Boned and Trimmed

90 g Unsalted Butter

1 Shallot, Finely Diced

400 g Wild Mushrooms, Finely Chopped

2 sprigs Fresh Thyme

125 ml Red Wine

2 Chicken Liver

1 pack Ready-Made Puff Pastry

1 Free-Range Egg Wash

2/3 tbsp Goose Fat

7 (roughly) Maris Piper Potatoes

2 tbsp Redcurrant Jelly

1 Savoy Cabbage

400 ml Homemade Chicken Stock

100 g Veal Glace

200 ml Single Cream

1 slice Brick Pastry

1 sprig Rosemary

1 Ripped Bay Leaf

3 Juniper Berry

1 Bay Leaf

Olive Oil

Maldon Sea Salt

Black Pepper

METHOD:1. Put a large frying pan on a medium

to high heat. Rub the venison all over with some olive oil, sea salt and black pepper & turn oven to 180 degrees.

2. Seal venison on all sides then remove and set aside both meat and pan.

3. Take a clean frying pan, add 35 grams butter and put it on a high heat. Once hot, reduce the heat by half and fry your shallot for 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook for another 6-8 minutes. This is your duxelle.

4. In a separate pan, seal the liver the add to the duxelle.

5. Add 50 ml of the red wine and simmer until soaked in then take pan off the heat and cool duxelle mixture

6. Finely chop the duxelle and spread the mixture over the venison and wrap in the brick pastry

7. Next, par-boil the potatoes, until fluffy, and drain, allow to stand for 5 minutes. Add goose fat and about 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil, a good pinch of salt and some black pepper to a roasting dish and heat in the oven until the fat has melted. Take your dish out, put in the potatoes and turn well. Put your roasting dish

back in the oven.

8. Cut a piece of puff pastry about 5 cm larger (each side) than your deer.

9. Take your venison and wrap it in the piece of the puff pastry that you have cut. Brush in egg wash.

10. Press the pastry to release any air and cut off any excess pastry.

11. Place it in the oven for 15 minutes, check your potatoes and add the chopped thyme.

12. Finely slice your savoy cabbage and steam for 5 minutes

13. Fry your bacon lardons with some olive oil for 5 minutes

14. Remove venison from the oven turn heat up to 200°c and brown off your potatoes for 10 mins.

15. For the sauce, take the frying pan set aside earlier (used for the venison) and pour in the rest of your red wine. Reduce by half.

16. When this is reduced, add the stock, veal glace, crushed garlic, crushed juniper berries, ripped bay leaf and rosemary and reduce by a 1/4.

17. Remove the rosemary and redcurrant jelly an reduce by a quarter.

18. When the lardons are fried and the cabbage is steamed, remove the frying pan from the heat but leave the heat on. Strain the cabbage and dispose of the water. Place the lardons’ pan on the heat. Add the cabbage and cook for 2 ½ minutes.

19. Season to taste and add the cream. Warm it up a little.

20. Strain gravy through a fine sieve into a clean saucepan and put on heat. Add a knob of butter and season to taste & serve

Junior Category Winner – 12 year old Benjamin Folley of Hawkhurt, from The Skinner’s School, Tunbridge Wells

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Sam Wydymus is Chef Patron at The Coastguard, St Margaret’s Bay & also Radio 4’s resident “Food Historian”

Food For ThoughtTrifling mattersApril is the time for fools, not the silly prank type but the much more fulfilling sweet, creamy and rich variety studded with the first fresh fruits of spring and summer.

Fools are great. Not only are the easiest dessert in existence but they can literally be whipped up in a jiffy using just three ingredients, namely fruit (usually Rhubarb, gooseberry, or strawberry), sugar and cream.

The original fool recipes written in the late 1500’s were really more like a modern day Trifle, consisting of soggy wafer, fruit, eggs and cream, all muddled together and served cold. Back then what they called ‘Trifle’,

would have been a simple thickened cream that had been spiced or sweetened. The confusion really comes because both had the same name. Trifle came from the French trufe meaning something of little importance. Fool was so named, well, possibly because any fool could make it.

By the 18th Century they’d come to a decision and ‘Trifle’ became the confection it is today, gaining in popularity to the extent it is almost a national dish. Fool on the other hand is still an undiscovered little gem that just needs a few biscuits to turn it into the highlight of supper.

And for said biscuits, if you delve back into the historical recipe books again you’d find back in the 12th

century, Kent was the wafer capital of Europe. Admittedly, we probably nicked the basic flour, sugar, milk and butter recipe from the French, but the Kentish wafer had the tantalising addition of nutmeg or rosewater which made it extremely chic. The batter was then cooked in round or square wafer irons with really long handles so they could be held over a fire without setting light to your tunic sleeves. Again, something to try at your next candle lit supper.

Sam Wydymus The Coastguard, The Bay, St Margaret’s Bay, Kent.

By Sam Wydymus

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CocktailsFROM THE CUBAN,CANTERBURY

This month we’re going for the classic Cuban cocktail, the Mojito.

INGREDIENTS

Havana Club 3 Year Old Rum

Sugar Syrup

Soda Water

Fresh Lime Wedges

Fresh Mint Leave

Brown Sugar

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METHOD

Take a tall glass & add…

2 Teaspoons Brown Sugar

4 Lime Wedges

Muddle together

Add Sugar Syrup

Add Havana Club 3 Year Old Rum

Add 5-6 Fresh Mint Leaves

Stir

Add Crushed Iced

Fill with Soda Water

Garnish wtih Fresh Mint Leaf, Lime Wedge and Two Straws

Relax and think of Cuba!

For a twist add some fresh berries or vanilla...

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LUNCH AT THE CUBAN, CANTERBURYBy Pete Nichols

Having worked with the Cuban for some time on our cocktails page I was aware of the venue as one of the best party venues in Kent; with a reputation for great

cocktails, quality service, top notch entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere. One thing I’d meant to try out but never quite got around to was trying out the food – this is after all a place which can (and frequently does) easily cope with 80 covers both upstairs and down.

Make no mistake, The Cuban will always sell more alcohol than food, but although hundreds of revellers descend on the place most nights of the week to party hard and have a great time, this in no way detracts from the quality of The Cuban as an outstanding family restaurant. In fact co-proprietor George Pantelli tells me that the menu has been the single biggest improvement they’ve made since taking over, which has resulted in revenues from this particular stream multiplying 4-5 times over the past 13 months. As George’s brother Nick says “When we first took over I wouldn’t bring my friends to eat here, it just wasn’t good – now I’d happily bring anyone, whoever they are to try our food, it compares with anywhere I’ve eaten in Kent, London, anywhere, especially for the type of establishment The Cuban is”

The capacity of the restaurant area is pretty impressive. As briefly mentioned the downstairs area can comfortably seat 80-90 covers, with an “al fresco” dining option available to the right of the bar where doors lead out to a fabulous space, big enough for another 50 or so diners. Of course, when early evening makes way for late night the tables make way for hundreds of revellers, and often parties of diners will get in the mood and extend their stay at the Cuban. Add to this the upstairs dining areas, which again can easily cater for 80+ diners then you’ll understand why the Cuban is such a popular venue for group bookings, parties and special occasions.

The menu, as you may expect, is not an “a la carte” affair, The Cuban is too informal for that (although set menus

of fine dining quality are available for party bookings) but what you do get is first rate tapas, paellas, steaks and grills. With produce fresh and local (meat from butchers in Whitstable & Herne Bay, vegetables from Dumbrell’s in Canterbury, and fish from Griggs at Hythe) and dishes cooked from scratch you are assured a top quality meal. Compared to the old menu with its tired curries and stews, the Pantelli’s have managed to successfully translate the “vibrant” atmosphere of The Cuban into its menu.

A particular favourite among the lunch time crowd is the gravity defying “Cuban Burger”, made with their own blend of spices, tomato, chipotle mayo, salad and to die for hand cut chips. I’d recommend spicing it up with optional jalapeños, Swiss cheese and

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some grilled chorizo. On the menu at £9, you can often find lunchtime offers which reduce this price considerably – certainly beats a pret sandwich and a £3 latte!

Tempted by the “Chili Jam Lamb” and the mouth-watering “Cuban Sandwich” (baguette filled with roast pork, Serrano ham, melted Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard & mayo – again with those wonderful chips) I knew I wouldn’t get past the selection of tapas which arrived at my table served on a wooden board with an ice cold Cuban beer.

Being a seafood fan, the highlight of my “spread” were the tiger prawns cooked in garlic with red chilli served with lemon and coriander mayo. The prawns were hugely plump, meaty and had a delightful kick, balanced perfectly with the cooling coriander mayo. The portion was also more than generous. I also loved the new addition to the salad menu with beetroot, blue cheese and walnuts. Rather than being cooked in the perhaps more traditional red wine, the Cuban twist on Chorizo (cooked in cider with red onion served with a grilled flatbread) was both tasty and filling. To be honest, by the time I got to the traditional Cuban dish of Picadillo Empanadas (fried pastries filled with chilli beef served with sour cream) I was a little on the full side so was helped along by George, who also shared a plate of sliced Serrano ham and Asturias chorizo with me.

Too full for one of the more “substantial” desserts instead I opted for the Cuban’s signature dessert – the refreshing and palate cleansing mojito sorbet. A fine and sophisticated end to my latin luncheon!

Since dining at The Cuban I’ve already sent a few customers their way and will be returning with my family in the next week with a round of Cuban Burgers already marked down for trial. I have tried to persuade my good lady that I ought to be allowed to stay until the DJ’s arrive to strut my funky stuff. Unfortunately I have been told in no uncertain terms that I am not quite young, fresh or “vibrant” enough these days. Sigh…

The brand new menu at The Cuban is now available online at www.thecubancenterbury.com

Visit The Cuban at 41-43 High St Canterbury, Kent CT1 2RY, 01227 464464 or for reservations email reservations@thecubancanterbury.com

A particular favourite among the lunch time

crowd is the gravity defying “Cuban Burger”, made with their own blend of spices, tomato, chipotle mayo, salad and to die for hand cut chips.

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Kitchenfor the

In the last issue of EKL we featured East Kent businesswoman Lisa Hemingway and her ever expanding mini empire in Margate’s Old Town.

She told us she was awaiting news of an application for financial assistance from the East Kent Growth Fund for her new project “The Kitchen”, a workspace to the rear of one of her other businesses, “The Shop” which she planned to turn into a flexible cooking school/catering space. Since publication The Kitchen has been awarded a loan of just under £17k to help with costs such as wages, agent fees, solicitor’s fees, other staff costs etc. The interest free loans from the fund need to be paid back within six years.

Visiting “The Kitchen” Lisa told me of plans to add three cooking stations as well as preparation areas. The plan is to increase the workshops they already carry out in the space, be it a kids cake decoration class, a workshop teaching young mums how to cook good nutritional food, teaching special needs or disabled kids and adults, and other community based workshops.

The space will also be available to hire for others wishing to hold classes, events or parties. The Kitchen will

also be a godsend to the Hemingway’s burgeoning outside catering business as the mobile workstations which they intend to purchase with some of the money can be used to prepare luncheons and other large spreads. The flexibility and mobility of the low workstations will also allow for easy wheelchair access and use for disabled patrons.

To find out more about the regional growth fund visit www.kent.gov.uk/expansion

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Renee Maguire is a chef, raw nutrition coach, food writer and motivational healthy eating speaker. Through discovering the benefit of her own health improvements she has dedicated her working life to helping others find a balance between the foods they love to eat and the foods their body needs.

With Easter just around the corner, I’d like to share with you my favourite recipe from my forthcoming raw chocolate cookbook. Who would have thought you could eat raw chocolate, that is gluten free, dairy free and the best part, guilt free? Since discovering the health benefits of raw chocolate 5 years ago, I have not looked back, each day is a chocolate day in my house, it regulates my metabolism, which assists with weight loss, is the richest source of magnesium out of any food, high in zinc, copper and chromium and is the richest source of disease fighting antioxidants. Build your immune system, while relieving stress in the body through adding raw cacao to everyday recipes.

Raw Chocolate truffles are the first chocolate treats I discovered how to make and I’ve had so much fun developing this basic recipe ever since. Just with subtle changes to the flavour, I have not only satisfied my sweet tooth, but I have broken the habit for shop bought confectionery and discovered for myself just how advantageous to my health eating treats such as raw truffles are.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup raw cacao powder

1/4 cup agave syrup or to taste)

1/2 cup coconut butter (the butter needs to be melted, heat over a bowl of hot water until runny)

You can add some essence of your favourite flavours, such as rose water, orange blossom, lavender or mint to the mixture.

DIRECTIONS Add a few drops of your favourite essence to enhance the flavour of your chocolate. I work with mint, rose water, orange blossom, black pepper, chilli and my Mum’s all-time favourite, ginger. )

Blend all the ingredients together, until smooth, if not smooth, place over the hot water again or pop back over your bowl of hot water until totally smooth and place in the fridge for an hour, or until completely set. Scoop a teaspoon of the mixture into a spoon and mould into balls. Roll in cacao powder, or coconut flakes for a bounty-like taste, or - one of my favourites - bee pollen for extra superfood yumminess.

All the ingredients can be found on www.shoprawchifood.com

For more tips and advice on improving your health, increasing energy levels and reducing stress in your life, go to www.rawchifood.com or follow Renee on RawChiFood on twitter and FB.

Photography by Jo Doran copyright ©

Renee Maguire is a chef, raw nutrition coach, food writer and motivational healthy eating speaker. Through discovering the benefit of her own health improvements she has dedicated her working life to helping others find a balance between the foods they love to eat and the foods their body needs.

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VOLVO V40 CROSS COUNTRY

The car tested is the V40 D2 with a 115 BHP Diesel engine and two wheel drive. Although lacking in the extra driven wheels the D2 has quite a bit more "go anywhere" ability than an average 5 door hatchback. The raised ride height gives the ride a brilliant cushion on today’s urban roads. I was charged with driving the car to Wandsworth on business and the Cross Country was a boon in and around the mean streets of Putney and Fulham. Potholes and speed humps were taken with aplomb and to be fair, even with the extra ride height, the handling was totally predictable and quite good fun. You can feel the back axle working hard to eliminate under steer. I don't think I have driven a car this quiet over bumps for years and coupled with the muted refinement of the engine the Cross Country feels like something from the class above.

Interior wise the Cross Country is a rugged as you would expect from Volvo. The interior is elegant too with a pleasingly spare Scandavian style. Specify the copper effect dash trim (as fitted to the test car) and the interior is lifted even further. The build quality is right up there with the likes of Audi, BMW and Mercedes and benefits greatly from not taking its cues from the boring German rule book. Space in the back is competitive within sector and the boot is a great size and shape with a low load lip.

The car does not lack equipment. From a safety viewpoint airbags are abundant (including a bonnet airbag for pedestrians). The Cross Country also has radar that will activate the brakes if necessary to avoid another car. A Lane Departure warning system is available too . The best safety feature for me was the optional Blind Spot Information

System (BLIS) that alerts the driver to unseen vehicles in the blind spots on either side of the car through lights at the base of the wing mirrors. This was great in the confines of the M2 on a dark evening in January at rush hour.

The Cross Country comes in two specs - 'SE' and 'LUX' and both have Sat Nav fitted as standard. The standard equipment list is too large to list but suffice to say Alloys, premium stereo system, cruise control and rain sensing wipers are standard for both. Transmission is a 6 speed manual as standard (very slick and great fun) or Tiptronic Auto. The Lux spec adds leather seats. Whichever one you choose will benefit from a real integrity of build and will give you a feeling that the vehicle will last many, many years despite what can be thrown at it. Well done again Volvo!

Since the XC90 quite a few years back Volvo has mastered the art of converting their standard road cars into robust chariots that are as at home driving up a boggy field in rural Gloucestershire in January as they are sat in the outside lane of the M4 in June. The Volvo V40 is the latest convert. For just £1000 over the standard (and brilliant) V40 5 door hatch Volvo will raise the ride height by 40mm and bolt on stylish skid plates, standard fit roof rails and much more robust front and rear bumpers. 4 wheel drive is also fitted to the top spec T5. The Cross Country has twin exhaust pipes too. I know this is childish but they do look good....

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Get The

The Philippines’ sprawling capital city is unlikely to be the first place that springs to mind for a gastronomic city break – in fact most tourists who fly to The Philippines are headed for one or more of the 7107 islands and islets to chill out on an idyllic white sand beach and

experience a postcard-perfect tropical paradise. But it’s a mistake to overlook a stimulating city like Manila, which as well as having great shopping and nightlife and a fascinating colonial past, now has an interesting and burgeoning foodie scene too.

Here’s a guide to getting foodie in The Philippines

ManilaMunchies

Try Filipino Fusion Food

Where? Chef Laudicio's BistroFort Bonifacio Global City

When: Daily for Lunch 11-3 / Dinner 6-11

Imagine Jools Oliver as an internationally-trained pastry chef who’s been baking since aged 6 and has her own restaurant and cooking style to compete with husband Jamie. Transpose the scene to Manila and you’ve got Chef Laudico’s Bistro where Jacqueline Laudico holds her own as one half of The Philippines’ famous husband and wife chef team alongside partner Orlando, presenter of Filipino Masterchef.

Over the last six years the couple have pioneered the idea of high-end Filipino fayre and have created a

mini-restaurant empire in the Filipino Capital, so you’re in the best of hands when dining here.

The signature dish is the Adobo Trilogy, the traditional pork dish which you’ll find on every menu in the Philippines – it’s practically the national dish - is here reimagined with duck, pork and beef and served contemporary-style in delicate glasses.

The bistro aims to serve more accessible versions of Filipino cuisine in manageable portions so you can taste a selection dishes - but try to save some room for Jacqueline’s delicate handmade chocolates with unusual and unexpected fillings such as peanut butter and jelly.

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[travel]Try Traditional Home-cooked Filipino Food

Try A Filipino Twist on French Pastries

Try Filipino and International Street Food

Where? Bistro RemediosRemedios Circle, Malate

When: Lunch 12-3 (from 11 on weekdays) / Dinner 6-12 (until 11 on weeknights)

Finding a veggie-friendly menu amongst The Philippines’ unapologetically pork-heavy cuisine is not easy but between the Ensaladang Ampalaya or Bitter Gourd Salad and the Paco at itlog meaning Young Rainforest Fern Leaf Salad, as well as a host of other non-meat options, rice dishes and vegetable plates there’s enough to fill even the

hungriest of vegetarians at Bistro Remedios.

The restaurant also has an excellent reputation as a place for home-style Filipino grilled meat and seafood so there’s something for everyone – even fried crickets for the more adventurous.

The busy weekday location means Saturday lunch is the quietest day to come and enjoy the traditional and rather European surroundings of this popular eaterie, but for more buzz make it a weekday treat.

Where? Kitchen’s Best Home PatisserieFort Bonifacio Global City

When: Daily 8am - 10pm

Run by sweet-toothed sisters Martina and Roselyn this is the place to come in Manila for a French-style fix of cakes, crumbles, pies and brownies in stylish surroundings – the shop is decorated with gilded touches, white birdcages and giant black and white photos of famous Filipinos with their favourite cakes.

The addition of tropical mango makes for an award-winning ‘Sanrival’ - a cake usually made with meringue, almonds buttercream - and other interesting desserts include purple yam cake.

Savoury food is on the extensive menu too and you should also try to find space in your suitcase for a stash of the delectable almond brittle which comes beautifully packages in a gold box tied with blood-red ribbon.

Where? Midnight Mercato Bonifacio Global City

When: Friday and Saturday nights, 10pm – 3am

Think Asian street food and you’ll probably imagine rickety stalls selling delicious but mysterious delicacies cooked up by smiling old ladies on a dirty street corner. Not so at Midnight Mercato where organisers are on a mission to make Filipino street food 100% safe and 100% tasty at the same time.

A huge range of homemade meals, savoury snacks, sweets and treats are laid out before

you at 80 tempting stalls in the happening Bonifacio area, and with the extra pull of the rigorous hygiene standards and plenty of seating, as well as live music and ever-changing options this weekend foodie night market now attracts up to 5,000 people per evening from clubbers to tourists.

There’s even something of a wait list from budding stall holders wanting to cook up everything from Mexican food to cupcakes via Spanish and Filipino fusion food and some cool concepts like Durian cheesecake and beer gelato are already being tried out.

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If you’re heading out of Manila and want to explore the Filipino islands, here are three very different options:

Boracay Island

Known as the party island of The Philippines, Boracay is to Manila what The Hamptons is to New York – the most famous of the islands in the Western Visayas is well-stocked with shops, bars, restaurants and hotels and attracts a wealthy and upmarket holiday crowd who hot-foot it to the world-famous 4 kilometre-long White Beach or learn to play golf, windsurf, kiteboard or try their hand at the even more perilous cliff jumping at Ariel’s Point.

El Nido, Palawan

Think of an undiscovered version of Halong Bay or Thailand’s James Bond Island– Palawan Island has just this with the uninhabited

Bacuit archipelago. Towering limestone cliffs, secret coves and lagoons and white beaches with turquoise waters North of the island’s capital Puerto Princesa are free from the tourist hoards for now thanks to the off-putting seven hour bus journey.

Bohol

There are two key reasons to visit Bohol, both of which look like something out of a cartoon or children’s TV show.

There’s the tarsier, a tiny shy and retiring nocturnal primate with huge mournful eyes which is protected in sanctuaries on the island, and The Chocolate Hills, a strange and ethereal geological anomaly of 1268 hills or mounds which look like giant mole

hills scattered around the landscape as far as the eye can see from the observation point.

In the dry season the hills turn the colour of chocolate but the rest of the year they are teletubby green.

Getting There

Cathay Pacific flies five times a day from London Heathrow to Hong Kong International and offers up to 10 daily seamless onward connections to the Philippines, including Cebu, Clark and Manila, with sister airline Dragonair. Visit www.cathaypacific.co.uk for more information and booking. You can also arrange a free stopover in Hong Kong en route.

Try Manila’s Signature Cocktail

Try Partying Filipino Style

Where? Fairmont Hotel, Manila Raffles Drive, Makati Avenue

Pop into Raffles Hotels’ Long Bar for the Manila twist on the famous Singapore Sling. Here in the city’s most prestigious neighbourhood ingredients such as No. 10 Gin, Sirop de Monin Cherry Blossom, Grand Marnier and fresh pineapple juice are blended by the impeccably uniformed barman with flakes of 24 carat gold to produce a new Sling dubbed The Makati Luxury Sling which is best enjoyed with the hotel’s signature monkey nuts which tradition dictates must be eaten while tossing the shells carelessly on the floor of the bar.

Where? Seventh High

If you want to party the night away and burn off a few of the calories you’ve consumed on your foodie tour of Manila hit one of the city’s clubs such as the famous Seventh High – just be warned you may well have to queue as this place is far too coo, to let you in straight away.

Try Shopping Til You Drop in Manila’s Malls

Makati is Manila's answer to Wall Street – it’s the place wealthy and powerful Filipino families call home and is stuffed full of embassies, banks and offices, so it’s not surprising that this is the best place to shop in the entire country. The American analogy doesn’t end here though, as there are plenty of USA-style malls such as The Ayala Centre, Glorietta and Greenbelt which take up huge swathes of the area around Ayala Street and Makati Avenue, so it’s more a question of how to stop shopping than where to start.

Where To Stay in Manila

The Fairmont Makati

In an Asian mega city with this much traffic and pollution conspiring to make your life harder it’s worth splashing out on an exceptional hotel whose sole mission is to make your life not just easy but perfect too.

Towering over the epicentre of Makati, Metro Manila’s shopping, cultural and business hub, brand new hotel The Fairmont occupies the same exclusive plot as sister hotel Raffles.

There’s a rooftop urban oasis of a pool on the 4th floor which gives you the feeling of decadence that comes only from swimming amongst a pulsating Asian metropolis as it goes about its business below you.

Rooms are refined, plush and inviting and the hotel is modern in an understated way with neutral colours and a sophisticated and luxurious feel.

Staff attentiveness and efficiency exceeds expectations and the location can’t be bettered, especially if shopping is on the agenda. Pure unadulterated comfort is what you’ll get and if you want to see the best of Manila there couldn’t possibly be a better base.

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Just before Christmas last year, myself and my family had the pleasure of being invited to spend some time at the rather fabulous Dukes Hotel in Mayfair, London to sample a taste of the good life and enjoy their special "Mini Dukes and Duchesses" package.

One of the capital's best five star boutique hotels, the 90 roomed Dukes Hotel sits just a hop, skip and a jump from the bustling West End of London, minutes from the bright lights of Piccadilly, Regent Street, Soho and Shaftesbury Avenue and yet, tucked away in the discreet cul-de-sac of Saint James's Place, one's privacy and tranquillity are assured.

The Mini Dukes and Duchesses offer, currently available at Dukes has been created especially for couples with young children and provides a fantastic and luxurious break for both kids and parents alike. As well as the complimentary afternoon tea for all

(including delightful finger sandwiches, a tray full of gorgeous fresh cream cakes, Belgian chocolate milk for the kids and tea & coffee for the adults) the kids are given the opportunity to dress up as a Duke or Duchess and be waited on hand and foot by a kids concierge. With two young children ourselves (ages 7 and 2) we took full advantage of the offer which also includes a free room for the children, each of whom are given a fee cuddly toy, with kids slippers, kids TV channels and a PlayStation with the latest games. Afternoon tea was served in the delightful conservatory just off the drawing room which leads to a

charming private courtyard which was the perfect anti-dote to the hustle and Christmas bustle we encountered on our way through London.

The kids room was separated from our own luxury en suite room by our own private corridor with a separate front door and gave us a little bit of freedom while the kids lapped up the independence of their own private (and actually bigger than ours!) room.

Having stayed in a few five star hotels in my time I can say hand on heart that the service at Dukes Hotel really is second to none. Aside from the obligatory and

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expected concierge and porter duties one would expect from such an establishment you really felt that the staff wanted to go out of their way to ensure your stay was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible - with assistance offered at every turn. It came as no surprise when I noticed a certificate in the lobby informing me that in 2012 Dukes Hotel took home the World's Ultimate Service Award in Hospitality at the World Travel Awards as well as the accolade of ‘World’s Leading Classic Hotel’.

Staying, as we did, just before Christmas we enjoyed a walk up to Hamley's where the children positively drooled over the latest Lego and Peppa Pig paraphernalia before heading into Chinatown for some wonderful authentic oriental cuisine.

Although a babysitting service was available, we opted to spend the evening relaxing in our well catered room, having had a selection of the afternoon’s cream cakes brought up to the room and chilled in the fridge and enjoyed a deep relaxing bath each in the opulent en suite bathroom. Meanwhile the children played games and pretty much entertained themselves, feeling quite the mini duke

and duchess as they insisted upon wearing their complimentary ceremonial duds for the evening.

As we spent a little longer out on the town than anticipated I unfortunately missed out on using the superb steam room which closes at 8pm, but the gym is open 24 hours for those who wish to take advantage of the health club.

Breakfast is also included in the deal, served in Dukes award winning restaurant "Thirty Six" and once again service was faultless, with an army of highly trained staff appearing the instant you require them offering prompt service of a varied, delicious and wholesome menu.

At £468 for the experience this is perhaps not the sort of night out which your purse strings will stretch to very often - but given the standard price of a room at Dukes can set you back this amount on its own - the fact that you are getting two rooms, afternoon tea, breakfast for four and all the added extras and wonderful touches to make this a truly memorable stay I would say that for a family of four this is a treat you will certainly not regret forking out for.

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irthstonesB Words by Shelley Williams

The origin of birthstones dates back to the breastplate of Aaron. This contained 12 gemstones which represented the 12 tribes of Israel and also corresponded with the 12 signs of the zodiac, and the 12 months of the year. The current list dates back to 1912 which was adopted by the organization which later became Jewellers of America. This is how the list stands at the moment.

MarchSo for those of you born in March, Aquamarine and Bloodstone are your stones.

Aquamarine gets its name from the latin word for water ‘Aqua’ and ‘Marina’ meaning the sea. I assume that whoever coined the term didn’t live on the South East Coast, perhaps somewhere a bit more tropical! Aquamarine stones are well known for their greenish-blue to blue colour. Legend says that sailors used to wear them to keep them safe and prevent sea sickness.

The other gemstone of March is Bloodstone, a dark green jasper flecked with red and brown spots. It gets its name because of the resemblance of those spots with a blood splatter. If you ever buy a bloodstone and you can wipe off the spots you might want to get out and run for it! Legend has it that Bloodstone was created when drops of Christs blood stained a piece of jasper as he was being crucified. Although this might not be painting the most serene of pictures, get it on a nice ring and you’ll forget all about the potentially gruesome past!

AprilFor those girls lucky enough to be born in April their gemstone is the Diamond. Why not mention this to your other half and see if he gets the hint? No harm in trying! The most sought after diamond is usually one with the least colour as this is regarded as the most pure. However you can get diamonds in hues of yellow, red, pink, blue and green which range in intensity from faint to vivid. Although it might make a dent in the wallet, depending on what you purchase you can be safe in the knowledge that it will last a life time. That’s if you don’t lose it!

So that gives you a brief summary of what birthstones are about. If you’re ever struggling to find that special something then come and find some inspiration here at Pavone Jewellery, Folkestone. Whether its Birthstones that you’re interested in or something that a loved one finds symbolic - we will be more than happy to design your piece and bring it to life in our onsite workshop.

Pavone Jewellery, 2 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone, CT20 1EX, 01303 251 230, Pavonejewellery@gmail.com

January Garnet

February Amethyst

March Aquamarine, Bloodstone

April Diamond

May Emerald

June Pearl, Moonstone

July Ruby, Carnelian

August Peridot, Sardonyx

September Sapphire

October Opal

November Topaz, Citrine

December Tanzanite, Turquoise

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of up to the minute outfits from the centre to suit your body shape, whatever it may be.

Deborah spent years living in London running a vintage clothing boutique and has sold clothes to many high profile customers including Jenny Packman, Kate Moss and Jean-Paul Gaultier. Having returned to live in her home town Deborah is now keen to share her expertise with customers at the Ashford Designer Outlet.

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Lou Gardiner, owner of Affinity Pole Fitness, puts a strong emphasis on the fun side of pole dancing and fitness. Unlike many other studios in Kent students learn by dancing routines that incorporate a variety of moves (spins, tricks, and floor) that are appropriate for the level of dancer.

It was whilst scouting out health and fitness clubs for a feature on Invicta FM that Lou first came across pole dancing and she instantly knew it was something that she wanted to try.

Previously she worked as an aerobics instructor but never felt that it was really her niche, when she found pole, she found her niche. Within a few months and after achieving her pole qualification she had started her own classes in Herne Bay, swiftly followed by Canterbury, Ashford and Deal.

The Affinity Pole Fitness studio opened in 2009 and has been growing in strength ever since. Lou’s sister, Faye,

started teaching three years ago and other instructors have gone on to open studios in Australia. Faye has grown to love pole dancing and fitness just as much as her sister and in spite of suffering with rheumatoid arthritis she is constantly building on her pole skills. By regularly attending workshops to expand their skills the Gardiner sisters ensure that there is always something new for their students to learn.

Their ethos is to empower women whilst building their confidence, strength and ability. You will really notice an improvement in your strength, especially in your arms and core. I first experience pole fitness several years ago and after a couple of courses at a studio in Ashford, I came across Affinity Pole Fitness in Chestfield. To begin with I was a little intimidated by these women who all looked so confident as they spun around their poles in unison to the music and could all do tricks that I

could never imagine myself doing. They were also wearing very high-heeled shoes. However, once the learning part of the class got underway it was soon clear that they were all a welcoming and friendly bunch who all had frustrations with various spins and tricks that they were struggling to achieve. And the shoes? Entirely optional but they do make dancing easier, it is much harder to pivot on a sweaty foot, and they also protect your feet from some of the bruises you will incur. I mention the bruises because you will inevitably get them, it is unavoidable in pole classes, but be proud of them - it means you’ve worked hard. Be warned - pole fitness is strangely addictive.

Mastering a new spin or trick after weeks, sometimes months, of attempting it is incredibly satisfying and makes all of the bruises and muscle ache worthwhile.

When you first visit the Affinity Pole Fitness studio you would be forgiven for thinking you had made a mistake in taking down the directions. Hidden on an industrial estate in Chestfield you would never know that there was a cosy pink studio at the top of one of the ugly metal buildings decorated with fairy lights and glitter balls casually waiting for the next class to start.

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Certified Colourists at Harrisons Hair Team!

Chromatics Beyond Cover ‘New age defying colour service enriched with argan oil.’ This fashion forward colour gives amazing coverage for clients with 75% - 100% grey, with NO AMMONIA AND NO ODOUR, leaving hair feeling 2 x smoother and up to 2 x stronger. The Copper Envy collection is also new in, as copper is the colour for 2013.

Half Head Foils From £34.50Shades Eq From £29.25Blow-Dry From £23.50

Ladies’ Cuts From £24.00Gent’s Cuts From £17.00

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Chromatics Beyond Cover ‘New age defying colour service enriched with argan oil.’ This fashion forward colour gives amazing coverage for clients with 75% - 100% grey, with NO AMMONIA AND NO ODOUR, leaving hair feeling 2 x smoother and up to 2 x stronger. The Copper Envy collection is also new in, as copper is the colour for 2013.

Half Head Foils From £34.50 Shades Eq From £29.25 Blow-Dry From £23.50

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HAIR TIPS

The Harrisons Experience is all about you. Step inside either salon today, and you’ll discover people dedicated to making you feel special. We provide a welcoming atmosphere for you to enjoy our wide range of luxurious hair and beauty treatments and services.

Our experienced and friendly stylists provide skilled hair Cutting, Colouring and Technical Services backed up with the Redken Professional Colours and Products to ensure we give you the perfect result – beautiful, vibrant long lasting colour.

A visit to one of our salons is the stylish experience you deserve. You can sit back and relax and enjoy a wide range of refreshments and magazines to read while our stylists get to work transforming your look.

For more information visit us at www.harrisonshairteam.co.uk or email us at info@harrisonshairteam.co.uk

Redken’s Shades Eq gloss will do just that. Our stylists can glaze your hair with a clear gloss, which will not affect your colour at all, it will simply make it shinier.

Semi Permanent colour allows you to experiment with different shades. Unlike permanent, semi-permanent gradually fades with each shampoo. You don’t have to commit to the same colour each time.We offer a large range variety of colours and can mix to make a unique tone for you.

Place a small amount of Work Hard paste, no more than a ten pence piece or a firm hold gel such as Stand Tough in the palm of your hand, emulsify the product and then apply from roots to ends evenly. Work fingers into the hair to get the shape and separation.

The cut is vital, our stylists can advise on the best haircut for your style. Heated rollers and velcros will help to give you more curl and better hold can be secured with curl boost lotions and sprays to keep your look for longer.

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What to buy, what to buy. Walking through certain department stores (that shall remain nameless) can be product overload for the senses. I found myself quietly browsing one day and was suddenly accosted by a very enthusiastic sales woman, “buy our amazing cream, it’s certified,” I found myself asking, for what exactly? I have spent years working in the beauty industry and can still be overwhelmed by it all from time to time. That’s not to say that I don’t love a good beauty product shop, and believe me there are some superb creations out there that truly do wonders. However, sometimes it does you good to get right back to basics. On these occasions I like to swap the large department stores for my local farm shop and reap the beauty benefits of some delicious Kent produce. What you eat is an important part of your daily beauty regime and can affect all areas of your health. So let’s take a look at what is in season during the Spring months and start improving your general wellbeing from the inside out.

LEEKS

What a fantastically versatile veggie and one of my favourites to boot. They were a favourite food of the Romans and are said to possess mythical qualities. I don’t know about magic, but I’m certain of their natural health benefits. This beauty is one of very few vegetables that can be harvested during the winter months and is at its peak during March. Not only are they delicious, but contain a multitude of nutritional benefits similar to those of the well-researched vegetables, garlic and onion.

• Leeks contain an impressive number of polyphenols (type of antioxidant) including flavonoids such as Kaempferol. This provides protection to the linings of the blood vessels and can induce the increased production of nitric oxide, a substance that acts as a natural dilator and relaxant of the blood vessels. It therefore decreases your risk for hypertension.

• They have been shown to provide folate which is an especially important vitamin for pregnant women. It lessens the concentration of homocysteine in the blood decreasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Leeks therefore help protect your heart!

• Vitamins and Minerals! Leeks are a good source of vitamins C and A, B6, K, Manganese, Calcium and Iron.

1 leek (white portion only) provides 1 of your 5 a day, but I wouldn’t suggest you eat a cup raw by itself! Try them in a soup with potato or a chicken pie. Scrummy!

CABBAGE

In Spring the Savoy and Spring Green Cabbages are also in season, but don’t be put off by their bad boiled reputation. Cabbage is a wonderful vegetable full of nutritional value and can be prepared in many different ways. For example, another favourite of mine, fried with bacon.

• They are an excellent source of vitamins K and C. Vitamin K helps your blood clot and has been suggested to prevent diabetes. Vitamin C keeps your cells healthy and protected. It is also necessary for the maintenance of healthy connective tissue and acts as an antioxidant to protect the body from free radicals.

• Cabbage, like all fruit and vegetables, is an excellent source of fibre which keeps your digestive system working in perfect harmony.

• Other vitamins and minerals of note include: Vitamin B6 (essential for food metabolism), Potassium (can decreases blood pressure), Thiamin / Vitamin B1 (helps convert carbohydrates into energy) and Calcium (essential for healthy bones and teeth).

Cabbage has a special note however which comes in the form of omega-3 fatty acids. There is a large surprising amount of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) found in cabbage (even more than is found in salmon!) The medical community have been conducting research on Omega-3 fats for many years and it has been suggested that they can help to decrease blood clots and inflammation which can reduce the risk of cardiac arrest certain types of stroke.

More impressively however 475 studies have examined the role of this unique vegetable in cancer prevention (and in some cases, cancer treatment). What more excuse do you need? Great recipe options and great value too. It’s a win all round!

Let’s add a fruit (sort of) into the mix. An old English favourite, Rhubarb!

RHUBARB

Rhubarb season is fabulous in May, but it is available field grown from April to July. Although it’s technically a vegetable, Rhubarb is most commonly used as a fruit in dessert dishes. The stalks are particularly tart, but taste beautifully rich when sweetened.

• High amounts of vitamin C are present in Rhubarb for a big immune system boost as well as dietary fibre, vitamin K and calcium.

• Rhubarb, like almost all fruit and vegetables, is very low in sodium and saturated fat which makes it an excellent food to help prevent heart related diseases, loose some extra pounds and lower cholesterol!

Although I have only taken a selection of a few there are so many fruit and vegetables available at your local farm shops. With the addition of some of these to your diet I guarantee that the changes you notice in your skin, energy levels and general wellbeing will be hugely evident.

From Asparagus to Watercress these little beauties will have you jumping for joy and feeling on top of the world!

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Say goodbye to painful haemorrhoids with Transanal Haemorrhoidal Dearterialisation (THD), a highly effective and relatively pain-free alternative to the traditional way of surgically treating the condition

Until recently, the surgical options for treating major cases of haemorrhoids or piles were often considered so drastic that many GPs and surgeons were reluctant to recommend treatment in all but the most extreme case. Meanwhile, patients fearful of the potential pain involved have been unwilling to come forward and are often left to suffer their symptoms.

Fortunately, with the advent of the minimally invasive Transanal Haemorrhoidal Dearterialisation (THD) treatment, an effective, relatively pain-free alternative to the traditional way

of surgically treating haemorrhoids is now available. THD is fast becoming the treatment of choice for surgeons and patients alike, as it is highly effective and without the ramifications of prolonged pain, slow recovery and risk of complications. The procedure uses an ultrasound Doppler to accurately identify the area of swelling and focuses on tying off the swollen artery, then lifting the prolapsed haemorrhoids while pulling the haemorrhoidal cushions back to their natural position.

THD is most often performed as a day case using general anaesthetic and most

patients return to normal activity within two to three days. It has a high success rate for around 90 per cent of patients, is easy to perform and very accurate. THD is an extremely safe procedure and there is no evidence of major complications. Any risks will however, be discussed with you prior to the procedure.

The THD treatment is now available at BMI The Chaucer Hospital with Mr Ayman Hamade, Consultant General Surgeon.

For more information on this treatment, including prices or to book an appointment, please call 0800 092 8728.

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Sir Roger Manwood’sGRAMMAR SCHOOL CELEBRATES ITS 450TH ANNIVERSARY

Having studied here myself, it is my great pleasure to announce that Sir Roger Manwood’s Grammar School in Sandwich shall reach the grand old age of 450 this year.

Originally founded in 1563 by Sir Roger Manwood the school was primarily located within Sandwich town centre in Manwood House. The stunning building is now the only Tudor domestic building in Sandwich, but was originally built under a charter granted by Elizabeth l. When the building was completed in 1573, the Queen was presented with a silver gilt cup in the gardens of the house. In 1895 the school was revived and moved to its present thirty-acre site on Manwood Road. 16 boys first began studying here and grew to the 900 boys and girls which now attend today.

In September 1992 Manwood's became Grant-Maintained and in 1999 the School assumed Foundation status. In 2003 the school was awarded Language College specialism which was quickly followed in 2008 by a High Performing Specialist School status for Maths and Computing.

450 years on the school is still an integral part of the local area and community. There will be many celebrations to mark the occasion for all who wish to get involved. For those of you who attended the school the Old Manwoodian Association will be commemorating the anniversary by holding a dinner and Summer Ball.

21st March 2013 7.30pm Anniversary Concert in St Mary’s Arts Centre, Sandwich

22 March 2013 1.30pm School Parade lead by CCF in Sandwich town centre from the Guildhall to St Clement’s Parish Church

2.00pm Founder’s Day service at St Clement’s Parish Church

23rd March 2013 10am – 12 noon Open Morning for School and Boarding Houses

12 noon Orchestra reunion 12 noon in the School Hall

7 pm Old Manwoodian Association Dinner at the Guildhall, Sandwich

12th July 2013 7.00 for 7.30 pm The Anniversary Summer Ball to be held at the school

14th December 2013 Commemorative Service at St Stephen’s Church, Hackington, Canterbury

For more information on school events please visit www.srms.kent.sch.uk

If you would like to know more about the Old Manwoodian Association or purchase tickets for the OMA Summer Ball and Dinner please contact Colin Worman at colin.worman@btinternet.com

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• Strong academic results • Excellent pastoral care with Christian ethos• Extensive curriculum choice • Exceptional modern and traditional facilities • Small classes allowing close individual attention • Spacious grounds set in a historical seaside town• Outstanding sporting facilities with expert coaching • New Girls Boarding House and 500-seat Theatre

“Pupils of all abilities achieve highly, in all aspects of their learning, at all stages ofthe school. They learn successfully because their lessons take place in a friendly andstimulating environment in which they are challenged and encouraged.” ISI Inspection Report

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The new theatre at St Lawrence College is proving a bit hit with the whole school community. This term saw the youngest pupils, aged from 3-7 years, wow their parents with their first appearance in the theatre at their ‘Sharing Assembly’, showing their Mums and Dads some of the exciting things they had been working on in class.

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The first time the pupils entered the theatre for a rehearsal, there were gasps of wonder as they entered the interior! Beyond the entrance foyer, the impressive auditorium, complete with balcony, is able to seat up to 500 people. The stage dominates one wall but the building is constructed so that performances can also take place ‘in the round’. The multi-use facility also contains classroom space and a meeting room, providing a combination of teaching, performance, assembly and function space within an innovative design, including state-of-the art audio, video and lighting.

Parents were equally impressed when they entered the building, and the tiered seating meant that everyone had a good view of their little performer!

St Lawrence College has been making the most of its new facility since it opened in September 2012, but the theatre is having its official opening as ‘Taylor Hall’ on Saturday 23rd March to coincide with the Senior School musical production of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’, for which rehearsals are well underway.

The theatre is just one of the many fantastic facilities available to pupils that the school has invested in over recent years. The traditional school buildings sit comfortably alongside the modern sports complex, theatre and new girls’ boarding house, within delightful, spacious grounds.

However, a good school is not just about facilities and surroundings. Outstanding teaching, strong academic results and happy pupils are key to its success. St

Lawrence College received a glowing report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate during its last inspection, which confirmed the high standards of education and facilities on offer, as well as the high calibre and commitment of staff. Pupils were praised on numerous occasions throughout the inspection for demonstrating confidence, outstanding development, a sense of identity, self-worth and a great awareness for others.

Why not come along and see for yourself what St Lawrence College has to offer your child? Visitors are welcome at any time, contact:

Nursery & Junior School tel: 01843 572912 email: mag@slcuk.com

Senior School Tel: 01843 572931 email: ah@slcuk.com

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Friday 29th – Saturday 30th MarchPlanet Thanet Easter Beer Festival @ Margate Winter GardensNow firmly established as one of the leading beer festivals in the South East the Thanet branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) will once again be showcasing the finest products from brewers and cider makers from all over the UK and beyond. Hot and cold food will be served and also an interesting selection of foreign bottled beers and over 200 different draught real ales, ciders and perries on offer.

Admision: Good Friday £5, Saturday £3 (CAMRA members free)

Saturday 30th March – Monday 1st AprilBroadstairs Spring Fayre @ Pierremont ParkBroadstairs Food Festival CIC presents a Spring celebration of Kent's finest food and craft.

Stall holder enquiries welcomed.

Easter Bonnet competition and Easter Egg Hunt for children

Entry Free

10am – 4pm

Tel: 01843 871102

Mobile: 07866 857088

www.broadstairsfoodfestival.org.uk

Sunday March 31st – Monday 1st AprilEaster Egg Trail @ Mount Ephraim Gardens. FavershamEnjoy the picrtuesque Mount Ephraim Gardens on this Easter egg hunt as your little ones search for giant eggs hidden in the gardens in exchange for some special treats. Bringing magic into your children's Easter weekend!

Adults £6

Children Aged 1 & over £2.50

Open 11am – 5pm both days

Mount Ephraim Gardens Staple Street, Hernhill, Faversham, ME13 9TX

Tuesday 2nd April – Wednesday 3rd AprilEaster Arts & Crafts @ Whitstable Castle and GardensYour children can use their creative side during these sessions. Kids can enjoy painting plant pots and then planting seeds in them. The children can then see them grow over the following weeks and months. Fun for the whole family during the Easter break.

1pm – 3pm

Entrance: £3

Whitstable Castle

Tel: 01227 281726

Thursday 4th April - Saturday 6th AprilPace Soccer School @ Bridge, nr CanterburyTreat your footy mad kids to a day or two at Pace Soccer Schools this Easter in Bridge, for boys and girls of any ability aged 4 to 13yrs old. Professionals will train help home their skills and development; help them enjoy fun games with plenty of matches to boot.

10am – 3.30pm all days

Prices: 1 Day £20.00, 2 Days £35.00, All 3 days £45.00

For further information and to book please go to the website

www.pacesports.co.uk

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Friday 12th – Monday 22nd AprilFrontline to Fineline @ The Horsebridge Arts Centre, WhitstableFrontline to Fineline is the first exhibition of its kind in the UK in which two women, both artists, veterans of war and BBC journalists, present a unique insight into the world of the media and conflict through their art. The show is on at The Horsebridge Arts Centre in Whitstable from 12th - 22nd April. There are two accompanying 'in conversation' events, one with Kate Adie at 19.30 on Saturday 13th April and a second with Sandi Toksvig also at 19.30 on Saturday 20th April.

Tickets: £10 from the Horsebridge, all proceeds to charity. Call the booking office on 01227 281174.

More details at www.trionaworks.com and info@horsebridge-centre.org.uk

Sunday 14th AprilSpring Wedding Fayre @ Bleak House BroadstairsCharles Dickens’ favoured residence in Broadstairs, the historic “Bleak House” is hosting its first wedding fayre on Sunday 14th April. No need to pre-book - Come along, explore the house, the grounds & gardens and see what Bleak House Broadstairs can offer the modern couple seeking the perfect wedding venue.

Tel: 01843 865338

www.bleakhousebroadstairs.co.uk

Monday 15th April Sally Morgan @ Leas Cliff Hall, FolkestoneStar of Sky LIVING’s Psychic Sally On The Road, Britain's favourite TV psychic, Sally Morgan returns with her 2013 nationwide tour.

Often referred to as ‘Psychic to the stars’, Sally has built up an extensive client list having read for celebs including Katie Price, George Michael and the late Princess Diana.

Sally Morgan is investigational/experimental. There are no guaranteed or certain results and the show is for the purpose of entertainment – read into that what you will!!

Show starts 7.30pm - Tickets £25.

Book online: www.atgtickets.com

Tuesday 16th April Simple Minds @ Margate Winter GardensFollowing a summer of festival appearances and their hugely acclaimed 5X5 tour, Simple Minds are performing their Greatest Hits Live at East Kent’s own Margate Winter Gardens.

Simple Minds are one of the UK's most successful rock groups to date. Having topped America's Billboard chart, the Glasgow band have achieved six No.1 albums in the UK as well hitting the top spot in countless other territories including Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Australia and New Zealand.

Show starts 7pm – Tickets from £37.50

Call Box Office on 01843 296111 for more details

Thursday 18th AprilThe Globe Theatre presents King Lear @ Margate Theatre RoyalThe Globe’s award-winning small-scale touring programme returns to the road in 2013 with a new production of King Lear. Directed by Bill Buckhurst, the title role will be played by Joseph Marcell, best known as Geoffrey in the television series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Joining him as Gloucester is the New Zealand stage and screen actor Rawiri Paratene, star of the critically-acclaimed film Whale Rider.

The tour will go across the UK and Europe throughout the Summer so it’s a great to see the opening night on 18th April will be here in East Kent!

Start: 7.30pm

To book go to www.theatreroyalmargate.com or call 01843 292 795/01843 296 111

Tickets: £20 / £15

Sunday 21st AprilBest of Kent Garden Party @ Laurenden Forstal, AshfordA garden party bringing together the best of Kent's local produce. All are welcome to enjoy a fabulous day out and a true celebration of the Garden of England

2pm – 5pm

Entry: £7.50 entrance fee per person or £25 for a family.

Laurenden Forstal

Blind Lane, Challock, Ashford. TN25 4AU

Contact: Pilgrims Hospice on 01227 812621

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Malcolm CoxI recently caught up with prominent East Kent businessman, President of the Broadstairs Chamber of Commerce and proprietor, for the past 41 years of “Malcolm’s” Hair Salon, Malcolm Cox.

Malcolm, your shop really is a local landmark, almost iconic in fact – how have you managed to outlive pretty much every independent outlet in the area?

Ever since I took on the shop in 1972 when I was just 17 we have maintained a friendly, welcoming atmosphere – engaging your customers is vital in a local business. I have people who have been coming in here for over 40 years, and now their children and even grandchildren come here too. Many of them are more than just customers, they are friends. I also look for young talent to nurture, we train them up from a young age and watch them flourish – you might find that the trendy teenager who comes in won’t want a haircut from myself or one of the “older” generation but will be happy to be looked after by one of our younger stylists. We also do a lot of training for the East Kent Businesses Partnership.

Over the years I’ve noticed a lot of your “protégés” have opened up on their own, how do you feel about this?

I actually feel really proud of them. I’ve lost count of how many lads I’ve taken on and trained who have now got thriving businesses of their own – and not all here in Kent, as well as plenty of businesses in East Kent I have ex colleagues in other counties, I’m going to visit one in Falmouth quite soon. Another former employee, Joe Mills is now quite a prominent stylist with plenty of celebrity clients at his salon “The Lounge” in Soho. Malcolm’s is sometimes referred to as, “The Stable” as we produce so much talent year after year!

You’re heavily involved with the Broadstairs Chamber of Commerce and have been President for the past 8 years – you’re obviously committed to your town?

Yes, I think it’s vital that local businesses stick together and help each other out. We’re quite lucky here in Broadstairs that a lot of us are of a like mind – we actually have over 120 members, when other similar chambers covering much larger areas often don’t even reach triple figure membership. We will look into things like getting CCTV installed to safeguard our businesses, sort out parking issues and we are always looking at ways to promote business and tourism in the area.

On that subject, you’re also involved (Vice Chairman & Director) with the yearly (and very successful) Broadstairs Food Festival – how are things looking this year?

Great, actually. In fact, we are hosting our first ever Spring Fayre over Easter at Pierremont Park (the regular festival is held in early October). We were looking at ways to extend the tourist season in Broadstairs and noticed that Canterbury had such great success with their festival that we decided to have a go. Five years later and it’s bigger and better than ever. A really great weekend.

Finally, what is it you love so much about the area that’s kept you here for so long?

It’s just a really friendly place to live, also here at Malcolm’s we have great customers and the general ambience of the shop (a busy shop with up to 7 stylists) keeps me interested every single day. It might be time to retire soon but while I’m here I intend to enjoy every minute of it.

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14th April 2013 - 11:00am - 4:00pm

www.BleakHouseBroadstairs.co.uk

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