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Puerto Banus

Buddha Beach is Back on Wednesday 20th april

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our new addition this year is the indoor dining area, enjoy your Lunch By the sea whatever the weather!

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Aninsight into april

This issue of Society Marbella is a must-read for anyone who loves

a great party and likes to keep on top of the latest trends. We have packed the pages with news and stories on health, beauty, eating out, décor and cutting-edge style. Our spring issue is all about colour. Check out the vibrant fashion and home sections – even the mash on the food pages is purple! Katy Perry spreads colour wherever she goes,

SPRING ISSPRUNG

which is why we chose her as our eye-popping covergirl for April. All that’s missing is a rainbow.Be sure to book yourself into one of the coast’s hottest “opening parties” this month. Buddha is back for an-other great season of chic glamour at the newly-refurbished boutique beach club in Puerto Banús while the award-winning Ocean Club has its grandiose opening party on April 29! Puro Beach in Laguna Village also reopens under new management,

ensuring you a fantastic experience every time you visit.April 29 is going to be a busy day, as well as the Ocean Club opening, the other big social event of the year is, of course, Kate Middleton and Prince William’s wedding. Get your Union Jacks at the ready!Next month, our local fashion returns with our very own style guru,Liza Mayne, delivering the best of spring fashion available in the area’s local boutiques and stores.

Society Marbella published byICONPUBLISHING S.L. and produced by: Andy ClarkLaura-Jane Bruce Constanza MtzDaisy Omissi Nicola McGeorgeHayley ReedAnnalisa Turner-SterlingIan Kuah Caisie Dilks

Society PhotographersRuth JonesDavid Toms [email protected]

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CONTENTS

Celebrity SpotlightSpotlighting pop royalty Katy Perry

Show Reel New film releases and behind-the-scenes gossip

PitchPerfectReviewing the latest albumreleases

On TrendChic styles and fashion trends

Chic HappensThe latest cat-walk fashions from Agatha Ruiz de la Prada

BeautyBarometerTop treatments and beauty products

Feel-good FactorHealth andbeauty news from along the coast

Up Close and PersonalFitness tips from David Kirsch

Easy LivingHome trends and design ideas

WiredInnovativetechnology and gadgets

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Who’s in...Who’s outThe glitterati of Marbella

RoyalWedding BellsAll the specula-tion leading up to the big day

Drive OnOn the road with the most elite cars

CostaCuisineWining anddining at thefinest eateries

Restaurant GuideComprehensive directory of local restaurants

SocietyPinboardA round up of the month’s events

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CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT

KatyPerry

with her vision, as she had such strong ideas about the way she wanted to market herself. They paired her with the record production team The Matrix, where she served as its female vocalist, and caught the attention of the press. It was here she began writing songs, some of which were included in her first album.

She signed with Capitol Music Group (a merger between Virgin and Capitol) in 2007, adopted the stage name Katy Perry, as her actual name Katy Hudson was too close to film actress Kate Hudson, and released her first Internet single Ur So Gay. This

Being raised in a Christian Pastor house, Katy Perry grew up only listening to gospel music, and began singing in churches across the US.

At the age of 15, her singing in church attracted atten-tion from rock veterans from Tennessee, who took her to Nashville to polish her writing skills. It was here she started recording demos and learnt how to play guitar.

Perry signed to Christian label Red Hill and released a self-titled gospel-rock album in 2001, which majorly flopped. She then signed to Colum-bia Records in 2004, but the label was not compatible

single grabbed the attention of Madonna who mentioned her on radio and television interviews, and so her domi-nance of the media began.

May 6 2008, saw the release of her first official single I Kissed a Girl, which cata-pulted her into the charts, and made her the talk of the press. Her outright controversy singing about lesbian antics after her strict Christian up-bringing created the publicity needed to launch a new star. It peaked at number one for seven weeks on the Billboard Hot 100.

Her first tour, the Hello Katy Tour began in July 2009,

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Since exploding onto our screens back in 2008 with

the sickly sweet I Kissed a Girl, the name Katy Perry has been on everyone’s lips. From her edgy outfits to her marriage to British comedian Russell Brand, she has gone from strength to strength. The release of her new album as well as a worldwide tour puts her right in the spotlight for 2011.

Katheryn Elizabeth HudsonAmerican Pop MusicianBorn October 25, 1984From Santa Barbara,California, USA

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having her first two singles sell over two million digital copies.

During the summer of 2009, Perry filmed a cameo ap-pearance for Get Him to the Greek, where she kissed her future husband Russell Brand, but the clip was unfortunately cut and does not appear in the final film.

She features on Colorado-based band 3OH!3’s song Starstrukk in September 2009 and Timbaland’s If We Ever Meet Again in December. Both collaborations further promoted her as a genuine artist.

Katy Perry became an over-night hit with wide audiences after she appeared as a

guest judge during the sev-enth series of The X Factor in June 2010, fulfilling the role of judge whilst Dannii Minogue was on maternity leave. Her frank and honest opinions made her one of the most popular guest judges ever to appear on show.

In August 2010 she released her second album Teenage Dream, which was inspired by ABBA and The Cardigans, debuted at number one, selling 192,000 copies in its first week. The album was pack-aged in many ways, one of which was scented like cot-ton candy to coincide with the cotton candy cover.

Perry is to release her own fra-grance Purr, in a cat-shaped bottle. It is said to include

all of her favourite flavours: gardenia, citrus, jasmine and sandalwood. She tested the products for a year and a half, and chose the bottle shape due to her three pet felines: Morrissey, Kitty Purry and Crusty.

Perry met her husband Russell Brand in 2008. She married him in India on October 23, 2010 in a traditional Hindu ceremony in the same place he proposed 10 months before.

She is currently touring the UK on her California Dreams Tour, and is the voice of Smurfette in the upcoming 3D movie The Smurfs.

further promoting her I Kissed a Girl single. In 2008, she won Best New Act at the MTV Vid-eo Music Awards (which she co-hosted with 30 Seconds to Mars) and in 2009 she won Best International Female Artist at the Brit Awards, and a nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards.

She performed her second single Hot n Cold with Elmo from Sesame Street, but the footage wasn’t released on the television due to parents complaining about the great amount of cleavage shown by her dress.

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FILMRELEASES

SHOW REEL

Laura-Jane Bruce keeps you up-to-date with the newest film releases to hit cinema screens this month and puts you smack bang in the middle of all films in production and gossip from the set

Thecelebrity world of cinema

ArthurRussell Brand steps into the role made famous by Dudley Moore with this Warner Bros. remake. Irresponsible charmer Arthur Bach has always relied on two things to get by: his limitless fortune and the good sense of life-long nanny Hobson, to keep him out of trouble. Now he faces his biggest challenge –

choosing between an arranged marriage that will ensure his lav-ish lifestyle or an uncertain future with the one thing money can’t buy, Naomi, the only woman he has ever loved. With Naomi’s inspiration and some unconven-tional help from Hobson, Arthur will take the most expensive risk of his life and finally learn what it means to become a man.Starring: Russell Brand, Helen Mirren and Jennifer Garner. Rated PG-13.

Born to be Wild 3dBorn to be Wild 3D is an inspired story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangu-tans and elephants and the ex-traordinary people who rescue and raise them – saving endan-gered species one life at a time. Stunningly captured in 3D, Born to be Wild is a heart-warming adventure transporting movie-goers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated el-ephant authority Dame Daphne Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild.Starring: Morgan Freeman (narra-tor), Birute Galdikas and Daphne Sheldrick. Rated PG.

Red Riding HoodValerie is a beautiful young woman torn between two men. She is in love with a brooding outsider Peter, but her parents have arranged for her to marry the wealthy Henry. Unwilling to lose each other, Valerie and Peter are planning to run away together when they learn that Valerie’s older sister has been killed by the werewolf that prowls the dark forest surround-ing their village. For years, the people have maintained an uneasy truce with the beast, offering the creature a monthly animal sacrifice. But under a blood red moon, the wolf has upped the stakes by taking a human life. Hungry for revenge, the people call on famed were-wolf hunter, Father Solomon, to help them kill the wolf. However, Solomon’s arrival brings unin-tended consequences as he warns that the wolf, who takes human form by day, could be any one of them. As the death toll rises with each moon, Valerie begins to suspect that the were-wolf could be someone she loves. Panic grips the town as Valerie discovers that she has a unique connection to the beast, one that inexorably draws them together, making her both sus-pect and bait.Starring: Amanda Seyfried, Gary Oldman and Lukas Haas. Rated PG-13.

Sucker PunchA young girl (Baby Doll) is locked away in a mental asylum by her wicked stepfather, where she will undergo a lobotomy in five days time. Faced with unimaginable odds, she retreats to a fantasti-cal world in her imagination where she and four other female inmates at the asylum plot to escape the facility. The lines between reality and fantasy blur as Baby Doll and her compan-ions battle various creatures and enemies to retrieve the five items they need that will allow them to break free from their captors before it’s too late.Starring: Vanessa Hudgens, Emily Browning and Abbie Cornish. Rated PG-13.

Your HighnessThroughout history, tales of chiv-alry have burnished the legends of brave, handsome knights who rescue fair damsels, slay dragons and conquer evil. But behind many a hero is a good-for-nothing younger brother trying to stay out of the way of those dragons, evil and trouble in general. Danny McBride and James Franco team up for an epic comedy adventure set in this fantastical world. As the two princes embark on a daring mission to save their land, they must rescue the heir apparent’s fiancée before their kingdom is destroyed.Starring: Danny McBride, James Franco and Zooey Deschanel. Rated 18.

Scream 4Sidney Prescott, now the author of a self-help book, returns home to Woodsboro on the last stop of her book tour. There she reconnects with Sheriff Dewey and Gale, who are now mar-ried, as well as her cousin Jill and her Aunt Kate. Unfortu-nately, Sidney’s appearance also brings about the return of Ghostface, putting Sidney, Gale, and Dewey, along with Jill, her friends, and the whole town of Woodsboro in danger.Starring: Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette. Rated 18.

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Warner Bros. has con-firmed plans to remake its early 90s romantic thriller:

The Bodyguard. The remake will reportedly feature a bodyguard whose first job after leaving Iraq is to look after a rising female music star. With Twitter, Google Maps and rolling celebrity news coverage, he finds that the threats against his client have been ampli-fied. The Bodyguard, released in 1992, grossed more than US$400 million at the worldwide box office and spawned a best-selling soundtrack album. Whitney Houston’s single I Will Always Love You shipped 12 million units worldwide and spent 14 weeks at the top of the billboard chart. The original movie was scripted as a vehicle for Steve McQueen and Diana Ross before it was reworked as Houston’s big screen debut.

Tom Hooper is report-edly in negotiations to direct the film adaptation of Les Miserables. The novel, which is already a hugely successful West End musical, is about an ex-convict who is struggling to set his life right in revolutionary Paris. Hooper, who directed the BAFTA-winning The King’s Speech, is said to have turned down Iron Man 3, potentially freeing up time to work on the epic novel adaptation.

Kristin Davis has con-fessed that she doesn’t want to see the Sex and the City series rebooted with a prequel film. The actress, who portrayed Charlotte York Goldenblatt in

the TV series and two feature films, has expressed that recast-ing the roles with younger stars may disappoint fans of the fran-chise. Sarah Jessica Parker has also voiced her objection to the rumoured SATC revamp, saying that it would be like creating “two histories”. Glee star

Dianna Argon and

Miley Cyrus have ex-pressed interest in appearing

in the Sex And The City prequel, titled The Carrie Diaries.

Justin Timberlake and Larry David are reportedly in the running to play Larry in Bobby and Peter Farrelly’s The Three Stooges movie. The pair is being considered for the comedy film alongside Johnny Knoxville and Will Sasso. The Farrelly broth-ers are also said to be looking at Woody Harrelson and Hank Azaria to fill one of the three key roles. The Three Stooges is due to start filming in April.

Steve Carell will next be seen on our screens playing a grief-stricken widower who tries to teach his pet dog to speak. The star of the US version of The Office will also produce the project titled: Dogs of Babel. It is an adaptation of the debut novel by Carolyn Parkhurst, which recounts the story of a man who comes home to find that his dog is the only wit-ness to his wife’s accidental death. Carell, better known for his comedy roles, is also cur-

rently in talks to play Meryl Streep’s therapist in the up-coming domestic drama, Great Hope Springs.

Uma Thurman and

Jessica Biel will join

Gerard Butler in the cast of sports comedy Playing the Field. The movie features a former professional soccer star who finds himself the target for a group of mothers when he begins to coach his son’s youth team. Thurman will portray the mum of one of Butler’s players, while Biel has the role of his ex-wife. Thurman has roles coming

up opposite Robert Pat-tinson in Bel Ami and as Lois Lane in comedy anthology, Movie 43.

It has been reported that

Lindsay Lohan may be joining the cast of the film Escaping the Game. Lohan was recently accused of stealing a £1,547 necklace, and could be facing jail time for the crime if found guilty. However, movie producer Nathan Folks still wants the actress to star in his next project. Should Lohan de-cide to join the movie, she will play an investigator looking into the disappearances of various celebrities.

Johnny Depp has admit-ted that there are still a number of dream projects he wants to be a part of, despite already having appeared in nearly 50 films over the course of his ca-reer. Depp said that he has one or two pet projects he wants to get off the ground before even considering retiring from acting, including an adapta-tion of J.P. Donleavy’s novel The Ginger Man. There have been

rumours in Hollywood about a film adaptation of the novel for more than 10 years, and Depp himself has expressed interest in the project from as far back as 2006. The Ginger Man fol-lows the racy adventures of a young student called Sebastian Dangerfield, an American living in Dublin with his family while studying law. The novel was extremely controversial upon its release in 1947, and was banned in both the Republic of Ireland and the US because of its obscene content.

James Franco has closed a deal to play the title role in the forthcoming Oz: The Great and Powerful. The Disney project will reunite Franco with Spider-Man director Sam Raimi. The film is billed as a prequel to the original L. Frank Baum novel that inspired the 1939 Oscar-winning feature The Wizard of Oz. Production is expected to begin in July, after Franco wraps shooting on director Noah Baumbach’s While We’re Young.

Ewan McGregor is the latest addition to the cast of Bryan Singer’s Jack The Giant Killer. McGregor is negotiating to join the project, which re-im-agines the classic Jack And The Beanstalk tale. The story centres on a young farmer leading a rescue mission for a princess trapped in a kingdom of giants. Bill Nighy has also been cast in Jack The Giant Killer. McGregor has upcoming roles in Steven Soderbergh’s espionage thriller Haywire and Salmon Fishing in The Yemen.

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Laura-Jane Bruce reviews the latest album releases from

around the globe and uncovers the latest scandals and hearsay

from the celebs

THE BESTALBUM RELEASES

Foo Fighters Wasting LightWasting Light is the seventh studio album by American rock band Foo Fighters. It is the band’s first album in almost four years, and has been lauded as the best Foo Fighters’ album to date. The entire album was recorded in lead singer Dave Grohl’s garage using only analog equipment, but this doesn’t make it any less good than previous EPs. Throughout the recording process, the band’s progress was docu-mented by a film crew as part of a career-spanning documentary, due to be released at the same time as the album itself.

Katy BOn A MissionKaty B’s raw mix of dubstep, R&B, garage and house ensures that this is going to be one of the best albums from a Brit this year. Already collaborating with the likes of Ms Dynamite, her sound is like no other. Broken Record will be the third single from her album On A Mission, which is also released this month.

The WombatsThis Modern GlitchIndie rock band The Wombats, is a bunch of Liverpudlian guys who are a force to be reckoned with in 2011. Their synthpop sound is unmistakable and This Modern Glitch will be the second studio album released from them. They will also release their third single Anti-D from the album this month.

Jamie WoonMirrorwritingAfter coming fourth in BBC’s Sound of 2011 poll, behind Jes-sie J, James Blake and The Vac-cines, Jamie Woon is releasing his debut album Mirrorwriting. Woon hails from four genera-tions of musicians, including his mother Mae McKenna, who has provided backing vocals for performers including Michael Jackson and Kylie Minogue. He has also supported Amy Wine-house on tour, so he is an ac-complished singer/songwriter/producer, who is set to take the charts by storm this year. His fusion of electronic soul music is catchy and upbeat, and his next single Lady Luck will be released later this year.

ChipmunkTransitionChipmunk (real name Jahmaal Noel Fyffe) is releasing his sec-ond studio album this month. Transition is said to represent Chipmunk’s growth as a person and as a songwriter in the music industry. Collaborating with huge names such as Chris Brown and Keri Hilson on this album, it’s easy to forget that he is just a local lad from Tottenham. The Ting Tings

KunstThe Ting Tings is composed of Jules De Martino and Katie White, who play a total of six instruments between them in-cluding, drums, piano, guitar and cowbells. After a hugely successful two years since the release of their debut album

We Started Nothing, the indie pop duo is now releasing its second album Kunst. They are also launching their first fragrance as a band later this year. Loud is the first fra-grance collaboration by per-fumers, performers, designers and artists, mixed by Tommy Hilfiger.

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Cdreleases, concerts and rock snippets

JUSTIN BIEBER is report-edly looking to turn his father into a superstar rapper. The 16-year-old Never Say Never star is said to be using his music industry contacts to help his dad become famous. Bieber’s father Jeremy, who has had a string of convictions, has been absent for most of the singer’s life. Justin knows all about his dad’s bad rep and that he’s been in and out of prison, but he wants to help him sort his life out. Bieber credits dad Jeremy with giving him his musical genes. The teen pop star recently insisted that he will not spiral out of control like other young celebrities, but will remain grounded.

GWYNETH PALTROW has revealed that JAY-Z tops her list of dream duets. Paltrow is married to COLDPLAY front man Chris Martin, who has previously worked with Jay-Z on a track titled Beach Chair from the rapper’s 2006 album Kingdom Come. The hip-hop star also features on an edit of Cold-play’s Lost. The Iron Man actress entered the UK singles chart for the first time last month following her stint on Glee.

TINIE TEMPAH has re-vealed that he would like to work with CHERYL COLE on his next album. The Pass Out rap-per, whose latest single Wonder-man features ELLIE GOULDING, said that he is keen to work with Cole after meeting her at this year’s Brit Awards. The star also admitted that he wants to col-laborate with ADELE.

THE CRIBS have announced plans to record a new album later this year, despite taking a break from music in August 2010. The band will begin work on new recordings after playing a number of festivals last sum-mer, announcing that they will be playing the Saturday night at RockNess Festival in June. The Cribs’ last album Ignore The Ignorant was released in 2009.

LENNY KRAVITZ has fuelled speculation that he is planning to collaborate with rapper DRAKE in the near future. Rumours have been circulating after a photograph surfaced of Kravitz, Drake and producer Swizz Beatz in the studio to-

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gether. The Fly Away singer did hint that a potential collabora-tion between himself and Drake was definitely something that he could see happening at some point. Kravitz has been notori-ously reluctant to collaborate with other artists in the past, working with only a handful of other hip-hop artists over the course of his career, including JAY-Z, P DIDDY and PHARRELL WILLIAMS. Kravitz’s ninth studio album Black And White America is due to be released this sum-mer.

JLS have reportedly made plans to release a 3D concert film this summer. The band gave permission for their recent sold-out shows at London’s O2 Arena to be filmed. The footage of Aston Merrygold, Marvin Humes, JB Gill, and Oritsé Williams will now be edited and shown in 160 cinemas nationwide. This will allow fans to get right in the middle of the action from the comfort of a cinema seat. The former X Factor finalists recently revealed that they are working with singer BRUNO MARS.

RONAN KEATING has an-nounced that he has teamed up with composer Burt Bach-arach for his new album. The Boyzone singer is due to release the album, titled When Ronan Met Burt, in time for Mother’s Day. The Irish singer is said to be thrilled to have worked with the composer and has recorded the album with a full orchestra. The record is due to include tracks from Bacharach’s 50-year

career, including Walk On By and The Look Of Love. When Ronan Met Burt will be Keating’s seventh solo album.

ELLIE GOULDING has revealed that she hopes to release her new album this year. The singer, who reissued her de-but LP Lights last November with seven new songs, admitted that she is keen to release her next record by the end of this year. The Your Song star also revealed that she is currently working on the album abroad.

JOJO has revealed the title of her third studio album. The Get Out singer announced that the follow up to 2006’s The High Road is to be called Jumping Trains. The album has been in recording and production since 2008, and was originally intended to be released in 2009. Unfortunately, a series of issues at the singer’s record label caused the release schedule to be pushed back. Her label Blackground Records recently reached a distribution deal with Interscope Records, which will see the album be released later this year.

NICOLE SCHERZINGER has announced details of her debut album. The singer, who of-ficially quit the Pussycat Dolls in December last year, will release Killer Love this month. The star recorded the LP in New York and LA in between her filming commitments for Men In Black 3. The record’s first single Poison peaked at number three in the UK, while its follow up Don’t Hold Your Breath is out now. The release marks Scherzinger’s second attempt at solo stardom, after 2007’s Her Name Is Nicole was eventually cancelled.

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ou may think that florals are only for the more feminine ofthe female species, but you’d be wrong, oh so wrong, my

friend. Take a look at ASOS’s cute blue hotpants dottedwith pink flowers and tell me they wouldn’t look amazing withsome kick-arse boots. New Look has a so-trendy-it-hurts-and-we-want-one-now jumpsuit, while over at Lipsy there is a dark playsuitthat even a hardcore tomboy will want to fool around with. M&Co has some utterly gorgeous florals to choose from, butfor a casual look I recommend its dusky pink top cinched in witha belt. Internacionale, Bonmarché, A|wear and French

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blue and yellow ditsy floral skirt, £29.99,sunglasses, £7.99, striped peep toe wedges,

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floral blouse and camel shorts. . Floral print top, £22.

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. Confetti floral flaredskirt, £57. . Floral print

jumpsuit, £28.99, stripe bag with ropestrap, £14.99, head scarf, £7.99; wedge

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Connection all rock in the floral separates stakes, so grab yourwallet and get thee to the shops – you’ll be overwhelmed by thechoice out there.You can go all floral, but you do risk being mistaken for a sofaif you don’t get the combination right. Mixing lace and floral isa good compromise (again New Look triumphs with its prettyyellow lace top and blue and yellow skirt), or simply slip intoone of the many maxi dresses that have skirts that demand tobe swooshed – M&S and Monsoon are good hunting groundsfor these.

ou may think that florals are only for the more feminine ofthe female species, but you’d be wrong, oh so wrong, my

friend. Take a look at ASOS’s cute blue hotpants dottedwith pink flowers and tell me they wouldn’t look amazing withsome kick-arse boots. New Look has a so-trendy-it-hurts-and-we-want-one-now jumpsuit, while over at Lipsy there is a dark playsuitthat even a hardcore tomboy will want to fool around with. M&Co has some utterly gorgeous florals to choose from, butfor a casual look I recommend its dusky pink top cinched in witha belt. Internacionale, Bonmarché, A|wear and French

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blue and yellow ditsy floral skirt, £29.99,sunglasses, £7.99, striped peep toe wedges,

£24.99. . Floral blouse, £20. . Zip front playsuit, £48. .

Hannah Rose floral watercolour maxidress, £180. . Garden Party 3

floral blouse and camel shorts. . Floral print top, £22.

. Flower necklace,£18. . Floralhotpants, £24.

. Confetti floral flaredskirt, £57. . Floral print

jumpsuit, £28.99, stripe bag with ropestrap, £14.99, head scarf, £7.99; wedge

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April is the perfect time to start getting your body bikini-ready. After months of being hidden away under layers of clothes, my skin is always, dry, scaly, pale and rather blotchy. The Baywatch producers cer-tainly won’t be calling me any time soon. Drastic action is needed.

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So now you are de-scaled and moisturised, it’s time to sort out any water retention and bloating. One of my favourite tricks, which I cannot believe I am giving away, is to soak the night before a big event or hitting the beach, in a bath full of Epson salts. You can find these at your local health shop, however, Dead Sea Magik Bath Salts do pretty much the same thing. The magnesium encourages your body to quickly shed toxins, boost diges-tion and potentially even reduce cellulite. Add two cups of salts in your bath water and soak your toxins away for 20 minutes. Re-member to rinse off well or you will be itchy all night. I learnt the hard way.

For maximum results, the old saying is true: nothing beats eating healthily and exercis-ing. On top of this I drink two litres of water a day, which helps flush everything out, keep my tummy flat and my skin glowing. Try not to drink too much near bed time, otherwise you will be up all night going to the loo. On one particular occa-sion, after being woken up for the ninth time, my other half swore at me and stomped off to the spare room. Be warned!Now, as my legs haven’t seen sunlight in months, a slick of Fake Bake’s Self Tan-ning Mousse will hide a multitude of sins. Now where did I put that red swim suit?

Dry off vigorously and massage in Davina Peace’s body cream. The luxurious texture makes every day a pamper day. A cheaper alternative is Jason’s 70% Certified Or-ganic Body Lotion. If you suffer from stretch marks or scars, Bio-Oil is a miracle worker.

Even with the skin brushing I still need to exfoliate my whole body once a week. I like products with heavy duty large grains, anything with micro beads is useless in my opinion. Aveda Caribbean Therapy Body Scrub includes salt and Caribbean cane sugar to transform the skin. Focus on arms and thighs or anywhere where you get bumps and ingrown hairs.

I start everyday with skin brushing just before my morning shower. As well as exfoliating my skin, it’s also an essential tool for good circula-tion, strengthening the immune system,

stimulating the nerv-ous system, toning the

muscles and improving digestion. Using the Elemis

Skin Brush, (available from Reflections Hair & Beauty Salon: +34 902 325 324, reflec-tionsmarbella.com) which is made from high quality cac-tus bristles. Start at your feet and always brush towards your heart. Using brisk, long, even strokes brush all the way up your legs, then change to circular movements over your abdomen and back to long strokes again over but-tocks and back. If you have cellulite on your hips and thighs, concentrate there a little longer. Brush your shoul-ders and chest downwards, always towards your heart, and when you reach your arms begin at your fingers and brush up your arms towards your heart. Finish by taking a shower, and if you choose, use cold/hot therapy to further stimulate the lymphatic system and improve circulation. This re-ally helps alleviate the pain in my shoulders and neck from being hunched over a computer all day.

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Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrow and Courtney Cox are all fans of Rodial’s Glamoxy Snake Mask, which requires the user’s face to be completely covered with an ink black serum. Its makers claim that the £68 mask can take years off a woman within a quarter of an hour of it being applied. It works by stripping off a layer of skin to reveal a tighter complexion. Among the key ingredients is Syn-ake, a snake ven-om-like peptide, which mimics the Temple Viper’s Venom effect of freezing its victim’s skin. www.rodial.co.ukFor all advertising and editorial enquiries within this feature

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Nailing Fashion WeekIs there anything hotter than Minx right now? They took fashion week by storm, particularly in Paris, where models rocked Minx at Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, Thierry Mugler and Gareth Pugh. We loved the gold-framed, waxy blue Minx, which showed a flash of gold under the nail at Gareth Pugh. At McQueen they opted for a Snow Queen theme, achieved by applying a top coat of Minx that is a translucent replication of the view from a snow cave, with black fading to silver, applied over a flat, silver base coat. Fashion at your fingertips.Your nearest Minx Salon: Reflections Nails & SkincareTel: 0034 902 325 324

QUICK TIP! Too busy to relax? Breath-watching is a meditation method that can be done anywhere, at any time, even if you have only a few minutes available. You can simply watch the rise and fall of your chest or stomach as the breath comes in and goes out.

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DYNAMIC TRAINING CENTRE MARBELLADynamic Training Centre in Le Village, Marbella has

been operating for over a year and is as strong and popular as ever. Offering facilities such as an extensive gym and a selection of classes to suit all levels of fitness and regime, it’s no wonder it is fast becoming one of the most popular fitness centres on the coast.

The GYM80 gym equipment is manufactured in Germany and is one of the best fitness machine ranges on the mar-ket, giving you the best chance at getting, and staying, in shape.Dynamic is the official home of the Gracie Barra Dracu-lino Team in Marbella, where they teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai and mixed martial arts. This year, two of the members of the gym achieved first place in their respec-tive weights in the European Championship, and were each commended by the Mayor of Marbella.

If you need a little guidance, personal training is the best option on offer. Each session is designed in accordance with the needs, requirements and capabilities of each client. The personal trainers at Dynamic are recognised for their long, professional careers in bodybuilding and fitness, and ensure the best service to all clients.If you prefer to take classes, Dynamic offers group classes in toning, yoga, spinning and dance. The inspiring and motivating teachers of the classes have a great relation-ship with their clients.After all that working out it is important to replenish lost vitamins. The café lounge offers a healthy, and more im-portantly tasty, menu, which lists information on calories, carbohydrates, proteins and fats per serving. It is also open to non-members.Even if you have young kids, it is not a problem; Dynamic has a crèche, where you can leave your children while you are working out or enjoying a catch-up with friends.With future plans to expand the spinning room due to its popularity, Dynamic guarantees to keep all our bod-ies bikini-ready for the summer. If you’re looking for the complete experience in one place, visit Dynamic Training Centre in Marbella.

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and revolutionary exercise device takes abdominal training to a whole new level. Unlike traditional crunches, which work your abs from the top down, the Ab Coaster works your abs from the bottom up, while limiting stress to your neck, back and shoulders. The Ab Coaster makes difficult exercises, like a hanging leg raise, possible for anyone to perform, with the same outcome to your core. Its weight-bearing design elimi-nates the need to hang from a bar and places the user in a comfortable kneel-

ing position off the floor. The Ab Coaster is a fantastic piece of equipment and is very reasonably priced. Mundo Fit-ness is now offering it at a discounted rate of €199 (reduced from €295). Mundo Fitness offers a full line of premier Life Fitness equipment for the home. From yoga mats and gym gear, to complete home gym equip-ment such as tread-mills, and of course, the Ab Coaster. The staff can also offer design services if you want to convert a spare room into a gym. Mundo makes fitness fun!

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Mesotherapy is an innovative, cosmetic medicine tech-nique that uses both pharmaceutical and homeopathic

medications injected directly into the mesoderm. It is re-nowned as the only effective treatment to refine and eliminate cellulite with long-term results, and is proven to reduce areas of fat and cellulite that do not typically respond to diet and exercise.

Mesotherapy promotes weight loss, targeted fat reduction, body contouring and skin rejuvenation. It is a safe technique using FDA approved pharmacologicalagents, homeopathic formulas and natural plant extracts. The treatment takes just 30 minutes per session. Depending on the amount of unwanted fat and cellulite involved, six to sixteen treatments aregenerally recommended.

Cellulite affects the majority of women over the age of 20 and is caused by poor circulation to the skin, bound lymphatics, fat herniation and weakening of the connective tissues. Meso-therapy effectively targets three factors involved in cellulite formation: the specific formula injected reduces the fat in your cellulite, improves impaired circulation and breaks down and rejuvenates damaged connective tissue, thereby smoothing the skin’s surface. Leiser Marbella is an aesthetic centre located in San Pedro de Alcántara. Leiser offers you state-of-the-art technology with fully-trained professionals to guarantee a new concept of beauty and wellbeing. Leiser Marbella is now offering promo-tional deals on mesotherapy, along with vibrating platforms and presotherapy. Prices vary from €400-599 depending on treatment combinations. For more details:

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Heidi Klum is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful women in the world. However, she has to work hard to maintain her physique. Here, David Kirsch, her personal trainer, shares his fitness philosophy and key moves to get into shape.

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Exercise: Plié toe squats, four times weeklyWorks: Calves, thighs and glutesHow to do it: Stand with feet more than hip-width apart, toes turned slightly out, hands on hips. Squat, lifting heels off the floor as you do so. Hold for five seconds. Return to standing, keeping heels lifted, then lower them back to the floor. Do 15.Where to focus: Focus energy on inner thighs and glutes

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Exercise: Crossover lunges, four times weeklyWorks: Glutes, hips and hamstringsHow to do it: Start upright, feet shoulder-width distance apart, hands on hips. Start with right leg, step forward and cross over left leg, while bending at the knee. Return to start position. Repeat on the left. Do 15 on each side.Where to focus: Focus energy on putting your brain in your butt

* To get the right moves for your butt type, check out David Kirsch’s Butt Book, available at:davidkirschwellness.com

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Exercise: 30–45 minutes of cardio every day Works: Trims and tones all major musclesHow to do it: Choose a form of cardio that helps you get your heart rate up – really up. I recommend running, rowing, swimming, cycling or elliptical trainer. Keep at it without stopping for 30 to 45 minutes.Where to focus: Focus energy on pushing the envelope. You should feel out of breath and your heart rate should be up.

* To get a fully toned body, check out David Kirsch’s red-carpet work-out DVDs, available atdavidkirschwellness.com

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Exercise: Oblique crunches, four times weeklyWorks: External and internal ob-liques (they form the sides of your abs)How to do it: Lie on your right side with knees bent, right arm on the floor in front of you, left hand behind head. Crunch, lifting knees straight up and bringing left shoul-der toward them; pause, lower and repeat. Do 15; switch sides.Where to focus: Focus energy on engaging lower abs, not hip flexors. (You should feel it from your belly button downward.)

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Exercise: Shadow boxing with dumbbells, four times weeklyWorks: Back and shouldersHow to do it: Using a dumbbell in each hand, punch left fist out diagonally, ending at torso level in front of right ribs, completing a crossover punch. Pull back as you bend knees, as if you are ducking an incoming punch. Repeat on the other side as you extend legs, driv-ing up from your heels and into your butt. Repeat 20 to 30 on each side.Where to focus: Focus energy on keeping abs tight the entire time

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Exercise: Push-Ups, 15 to 25 every dayWorks: Triceps and chestHow to do it: Place palms on floor. Bend elbows out to the side as you lower your chest toward the floor. Then press back up. If full push-ups are too hard right now, do partial push-ups (knees on floor). If you can’t do partial push-ups, start with the “plank”. (In this position, you’ll simulate the “up” part of a push-up for 30 seconds.)Where to focus: Focus energy on keeping abs tight and back flat the entire time

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Our montly homefeature is brought to you by Marbella’s Top Interior Consultant Hayley Reed

COLOURINJECTIONInterior trends for spring are all about lifting the mood. Recently launched collections are telling us to forget the neutral colour pal-ette and concentrate on the bright and bold. It’s time to show off your adventurous side and have a sense of humour!

The art deco, fun-filled worry-free feeling that is associated with the south coast of the US has had a huge influence on the design industry this season. Designers Guild bring you a fresh and funky collection called Miami. A fantastic, tropical series of bold printed designs in a vivacious colour palette captures the atmosphere of this coastal city; its cool beach vibe and hot, metropolitan lifestyle.

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MAISON DE VACANCESMaison de Vacances shows how to create a beautiful but fun effect in your home. Its collections are always made of the most exclusive and precious materials. Vegetable-dyed leathers, furs and woven fabrics are strictly selected in Europe. They all provide a strong visual effect and give full satisfaction to the touch. It’s a style made for those who want to play with colours and pay attention to the virtues of fabrics. The prints are quirky and not for the faint hearted, but they are all the style statement you need for your home.

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Zinc was launched in January 2010, as a sensational new fabric brand that is strong, tactile and urban with playful, quirky undertones. Presented in a seductive, monochromatic palette with hints of col-our, the new Zinc collection – Miami – demonstrates that this company isn’t scared of standing out from the crowd!The final product is an integration of luxury finishes, sumptuous textures and modern graphic designs that work confidently together to offer exciting and original style solutions for residential and contract interiors. Zinc’s unique style captures the revival of chic hedonism of the 1970s, and salutes the great designers of the time.

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EASY LIVING Do not underestimate the impact that a couple of vibrant additions can make to a room. There is no need to completely redecorate to keep up with home fashion and the colours of the season, a few feature pieces may be all you need.

Some pieces of furniture have a shelf life, serve their purpose and find their way to the attic or the skip once they have played out their role. Others, however, become collec-tors’ items and are timeless in their quality and design. This stamped rug by Bodie and Fou has made its way onto my shortlist of must haves and is

definitely a keeper. This unique design with the cut-out detail and the single use of shocking fuchsia is both dramatic and playful. The only problem is, it is almost too gorgeous to use on the floor – mine will be hanging on the wall!Botanica Rugwww.bodieandfou.com

Breathe life into your exist-ing furnishings by add-ing colourful, decorative cushions. Moltex has an extensive variety of vibrant additions for your home. In a diverse range of silks, velvets and linens the com-pany also supplies decora-tive throws, table linen and fabric by the metre.www.moltex.se

This acrylic, six arm, multi-col-oured chandelier by The Con-temporary Home is a definite conversation starter. The classic design pays homage to Italian intricacy while the vivid colours bring it into this century. It is available in baby pink, fuschia and in this stunning melange of colour. Check out www.tch.net for more illuminating ideas for your home.

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Nintendo 3DSThe Nintendo 3DS system opens up a whole new world of eye-popping gameplay possibilities. The stere-oscopic 3D display of the upper screen gives objects within the game world a feeling of space and depth that extends far into the back of the screen. With no need for 3D glasses, it becomes easier to see the position of characters and obstacles in the world, making many game experiences even more intuitive for all types of players. 3D photos, per-sonalisation and wireless play make it easier than ever to share the fun.

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Caisie Dilks takes a look at the coolest gadgets on the market

Science fiction has long predicted a world where robots would serve humans, and now they are with these helpful Salt and Pepper Wind Up Robots. No more reaching across the table to pass the salt, the Salt and Pepper Wind Up Robots will march across your table like miniature butlers. You’re in control

as you wind them up and point them in whatever direction you want. The Salt and Pepper Wind Up Robots are the ideal condiment waiters for any home. Simply un-screw the head-caps to fill up with your condiments, wind up the key on the side of the robot and they are ready to go!

Apple has now in-troduced the iPad 2, the next generation of its magical device for browsing the web, reading and sending email, enjoying pho-tos, watching videos, listening to music, playing games, read-ing eBooks and much more. iPad 2 features an entirely new design

that is 33 percent thinner and up to 15 percent lighter than the original iPad, while maintaining the same stunning 9.7-

inch LED-backlit LCD screen. iPad 2 now includes two cameras, a front-facing VGA camera for FaceTime and Photo Booth, and a rear-facing camera that cap-tures 720p HD video, bringing the innova-tive FaceTime feature to iPad users for the first time. Though it is

thinner, lighter, faster and packed with new features, iPad 2 still de-livers up to 10 hours of battery life that users have come to expect.

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This may look like a standard pillow but it’s far from ordinary! This comfy headrest doubles as a sleepy speaker, which allows you to listen to your favourite relax-ing songs, with no headphones, from deep within your pillow. The speaker is built into the pillow, which is far more comfortable than headphones, and with the soft, hollow fibre filling you cannot feel the speaker inside.

As you alone can hear your personal sounds, your partner can sleep in peace. It allows you to drift off to your favourite music and not be woken up later by the noise of your stereo, as the sound pillow will automatically stop play-ing once your selected songs end.

Apple recently launched the new iPod touch, which is thin-ner and lighter than ever. The latest model is packed with incredible new features includ-ing Apple’s stunning retina display, FaceTime recording, Apple’s A4 chip, 3-axis gyro, iOS 4.1 and Game Center. The new iPod touch features up to 40 hours

of music playback and seven hours of video playback on a single battery charge. iPod touch is the world’s most popular portable game player. Now with Game Center, iPod touch users can challenge and play friends, or be matched automatically with new opponents.

The Philips HD9220/20 Airfryer’s patented rapid air technology enables you to fry the tastiest crispy chips that contain up to 80 percent less fat than a conven-tional fryer. Its unique combination of fast circulating hot air and a grill element allows you to fry a variety of delicious fried food, snacks, chicken, meat and more, in a fast and easy way. Its fully-adjustable temperature control allows you to pre-set the best cooking tempera-ture for your food up to 200ºC. The Airfryer comes with an inspir-ing recipe booklet, written by a culinary expert, which contains 30 delicious easy-to-prepare reci-pes and is packed with tips and tricks. With the Airfryer you really can turn deli-cious food into a healthy feast.

Renowned speaker manufacturer Bow-ers and Wilkins has taken the sleek and curvaceous award-winning Zeppelin iPod speaker system, added the latest cutting-edge audio technology and a subtly improved stunning design, to create the Zeppelin Air. Compared to its predecessor, it delivers improved dynam-ics, punchier bass and a more open, life-like presentation with highly-detailed, room-filling sound. Apple’s AirPlay tech-nology allows you to wirelessly stream music directly from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or even your Laptop or PC, directly to your Zeppelin Air.

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What would happen, however, if you got ill right before or even during your holidays and you found yourself in the situ-ation of temporary disability? Besides the economic damage that might cause the cancella-tion of our reservations, could we ask our boss to let us enjoy our holidays some other time?Until just recently the Span-ish law stated that in cases in which the holidays coincided with a temporary disability, the employee was not entitled to enjoy some extra days off. This was only possible in the case of maternity leave if there were still some days left that year.

Furthermore, if the contract of an employee on sick leave ended, he was entitled to be paid for the holidays accrued but not taken in the corre-sponding year. This means that until just recently it was not possible to claim for the pay-ment of the vacation period accrued but not taken.

Nevertheless, the legal situa-tion on this issue has changed radically due a decision of the European Court of Justice (hereafter referred to as “ECJ”) on 20th January 2009.From now on, employees on a long-term sick leave are able to carry over their accumulat-ed holidays to the subsequent year. Therefore, you could say that, holidays do not expire any more.

In just a few months we will finally enjoy our long-await-

ed, and well-deserved, sum-mer holidays. At the moment we are probably already plan-ning on where to go, some of us might even be making early reservations in order to save some money.

In relation to the above, the Spanish Social Court should now review its prior legislations as the ECJ takes a different view on this issue and does not seem to have established any limits on the number of years an employee is able to carry over his holidays. In addition to that there have also not been taken any decisions regarding the compensation for accrued but untaken annual leave.

The ECJ decision is likely to increase termination costs of the employment contract, es-pecially when employees have been off sick for an extended period. This would mean that Spanish employers may have to consider if they can limit their liability by terminating em-ployment contracts before the employees’ temporary inca-pacity extends for too long.

Finally, we should not forget that the new European legis-lation may be vulnerable to fraud and therefore cause serious prejudices to the com-pany.

In most businesses, the summer holidays are coming closer and more than ever it should be in the employers´ interests to watch their employees’ health.

Lexland AbogadosRicardo Soriano 34 1º1MarbellaTel. 952 778 899Fax 952 766 [email protected]

Fátima Vera a lawyer atLexland Abogados in Marbella.She is a labour law specialist.

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Suite nightclub is now eight years old. On March 17, the club hosted the party of the year to date. Champagne was freely flowing at this ex-tremely well-attended event, with complimentary canapés, a live per-formance by Josephine Sweett and even a celebratory cake! Stephen Webster gave the night some glamour by dressing four stunning models in black catsuits and jewellery from the latest silver collection. The night was rounded off with a fashion show on the catwalk featuring the latest collections from Fashion Villa in Elviria.

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Local artist, Alejandro Hermann, unveiled his latestcollection of abstract art at Nermans Restaurant and Bistro Bar in Nueva Andalucia. Old and new clients alike were treated to complimentary champagne and locally-sourced Swedish delicacies. Also, Edgardo Uribe exhibited his line of Petra Orfebreria exquisite gold pieces of beautifully hand-crafted jewellery.

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Members of the international press congregated at Puente Romano to report on the launch of the Global Party – an event to be held later this year simultaneously in 80 major cit-ies around the globe.

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Last month saw the return of the annual fundraising event at Villa Tiberio Restaurant. The well-heeled glitterati of Marbella turned out in their droves to support this fantastic cause. The whole event raised in excess of €24,000 for Cudeca.

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Guests at Suite’s eighth anniversary and the Global Party were treated to complimentary Mojito cocktails. Needless to say there were queues all night for the tastiest drink on the coast.

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American café Yanx hosted a fiesta to cel-ebrate St. Patrick’s Day, with Guinness, tall hats and comedy glasses in abundance. Judging by the pictures, a great time was had by all.

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Often referred to as “doctor fish” the therapeutic nibbling of the fish is said to have skin healing

properties as well as leaving the skin silky smooth. These tiny toothless carp, native to the Middle East, secrete an enzyme in their saliva – diathonol – known to improve skin conditions

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Acqua e Sale Italian Restaurant in Nueva Andalucia held its grand opening on 23rd March. The restaurant showcased a selec-tion of dishes from its varied menu, along with complimentary champagne for all attendees.

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Room 101 retains its position as one of the most stylish venues in Puerto Banús. The

response from clients following the softopening last month, has shown that this bar is here to stay. The vibe of the bar is one of friendliness and comfort, as locals praise the bar as a funky and cool place to meet with friends, unwind and appreciate being looked after bythe attentive staff.

Closed on Mondays until summer, Room 101 presents an array of enticing offers. The location is perfect for after work drinks, from 7-10pm during the week the bar offers half price cocktails and complimentary canapés, perfect to keep those hunger pains at bay.Despite the time devoted to making the bar a success, owner of Room 101, DannyRobson, still finds the time to focus on his

other passion: art. Along with supplying the paintings that adorn the walls of the bar, his artwork is also featured in private villas from Marbella to Sotogrande. His latest project is supplying an exclusive hotel in Berlin. Some of Danny’s controversial paintings have caused quite a stir in the art world over the years, as seen to the left in The Handshake of Truth (2006), and continue to generate great interest from both clients and art lovers.The unique design of the bar is both admired and loved by clients, which serves as a huge compliment to owner Danny who welcomes all his customers with enthusiasm and sincerity.

Room 101Next door to Wok Away, opposite thetaxi rank in Puerto Banús.Tel. 693 547 666room101banus.com

Despite the time devoted to makingthe bar a success, owner of Room 101,

Danny Robson, still finds the timeto focus on his other passion: art

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SOCIETY MARBELLA brings you everything you need to know about the biggest wedding of the decade.

After the roaring success of the royal wedding feature in our sister publication CONFETI MAGAZINE, where we invited the top bridal designers to sketch original designs of the dress they would design for Kate’s big day, Society Marbella now brings you the ins-and-outs of one of the biggest events on the social calendar.

April 29, 2011 is going to be one of the most important days of the year for the royal family, and the whole world will be watching. After a decade of dating, and numerous ‘will they, won’t they?’ rumours in the press, Prince William and Kate (soon to be Catherine) Middle-ton are finally tying the knot. With the wedding set to be beamed across the globe, it is expected to attract one of the biggest audiences and highest ratings ever. Speculation over where, who and, most importantly, THAT dress, has gripped the nation for months. Below are our predic-tions for the big day andbeyond:

The LocationWestminster Abbey, chosen for its beauty, intimacy and historic royal connections, will be the location of this monumental celebration. The late Princess Di-ana’s funeral was also held here, making it particularly relevant to the future King. Their wedding will be the 16th royal wedding held here, and all eyes will be on it at 11am on Friday April 29.

The GuestsApproximately 1,900 guests are invited to attend (we’re still waiting for our invitation in the mail!). However, it will not be an A-list event, as William and Kate are only inviting people who Prince William has met on official business or encountered through

his charity work, as well as their family and friends. There will also be representatives from foreign royal families, governments, parliaments, the commonwealth and the armed forces. Expect to see some famous faces such as Posh and Becks and Ben Fogle, however President and Michelle Obama have not been invited – William is not first in line to the throne so it is not strictly an official state occasion. Last but not least, 100 golden tickets are

being issued “Willy Wonka style” to members of the public. Will you be one of those lucky ones attending the royal wedding?

The DressSpeculation has been rife since the pair announced their engagement last November. De-signers such as Justin Alexander, Bruce Oldfield, Vivienne West-wood and Elizabeth Emanuel, who designed Princess Diana’s wedding dress, have all been linked to the April wedding. The hot favourite is expected to be a little-known British designer, who

will undoubtedly be shot into the limelight once details have been revealed. All we know is, she is certain to look absolutely stunning. Kate is known for fly-ing the flag for British designers, frequently wearing homegrown talent as opposed to expensive and high-end fashion design-ers. This is one of the reasons why Kate has been so warmly received by the general public; her likeability and personable charm have the great British

public singing her praises. And rightly so! She carries herself with all the grace and beauty of the perfect princess.

The HoneymoonEvery aspect of the royal wed-ding will come under scrutiny, and their honeymoon is no exception. The honeymoon will mark the start of their married life, and Kate Middleton’s official launch into her new role as a princess. There are a few poten-tial destinations on the cards. The possibility of the couple returning to the spot where they became

engaged cannot be ruled out. The prince has previously mentioned that Africa holds a special place in their hearts, and they enjoy the fact no-one knows who they are there. Secondly, William and Kate are good friends with Richard Branson’s children, so there is no doubt that the Vir-gin mogul’s private Caribbean retreat Necker Island (which rents at $54,000 a day!) is a hot contender. However, with the UK gripped by economic uncertainty, many believe it would be inappropriate for the newly-weds to jet off on a lavish, no-expense-spared honeymoon, so the current bookies’ favourite is the Scilly Isles in the UK. Wherever the couple chooses, their honey-moon is sure to be filled with love and will mark the start of a long and devoted marriage.

A bit of funDid you know...?

Channel 4 is in talks to shoot a one-off spoof of the hugely popular Big Fat Gypsy Wed-dings to co-inside with the royal wedding. The brand new episode will centre on a real gypsy princess and prince from the travelling community. The show will air on the same day as the royals walk down the aisle.

Have fun in the tub with the new luxury royal duck. TheDeluxe Queen Duck makes the perfect royal wedding souvenir for bath-lovingpatriots.

A new Little Miss character has been created in time for the royal wedding – Little Miss Princess. It will be the 34th title in the series, and joins a long and successful succession of Little Miss books. The bookfeatures a kind princesshelping her fellow Mr Menand Little Miss friends, but things don’t go to plan as she is not used to doing things herself. The book is said to be a sure-fire hit for all ages.

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A new website has been launched for members of the public to send charita-ble gifts rather than physical presents for Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wed-ding. The website allows well-wishers to do-nate to five causes chosen especially by the couple. The five causes close to their hearts are: conservation for future genera-tions, help and care at home, changing lives through art and sport, children fulfilling their potential and support for services per-sonnel and their families. To donate please visit royalweddingcharityfund.org.

Official portrait photograph for the engage-ment of Prince William and Miss Catherine Mid-

dleton by Mario Testino (© 2010 Mario Testino)

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Tracking across a mixed bag of perfect highway, fast, sweeping cross-country roads, and winding, off-cambered byways, my driving route from Cape Town to the western

coast was a perfect test for BMW’s new 6-Series Convertible. Within a couple of miles, I came to the conclusion that the new 6-Series Convertible is a very different animal from its predecessor in both looks and dynamics. While the overall proportions of the car remain similar, with the classic sporting car long bon-net and short tail, any remnants of the edgy and controversial Chris Bangle styling details are gone.

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The new front has wider, squatter grilles, and a more sculpted bonnet that makes its mandatory extra height for pedestrian head impact look like a convincing part of the design. The larger headlamps have a much cleaner shape with Bi-Xenon lights as standard, and Adaptive Headlight technology as an option. The light bar below the bumper is integrated into the design as a considered piece of design jewellery in the air intake ducts, rather than simply placed there as on most other cars. At the rear, the controversial “backpack” bootlid of the old model is history, and the small, curvy tail-light clusters have been replaced with much larger, longer lights with a large component in the bootlid itself. The new lights play a leading role in visually emphasising

the width of the car from the rear, reinforcing the car’s stable and purposeful stance, while playing down the high rear deck line that gives the car its relatively generous boot capacity. An interesting design touch, and one that you only notice upon close examination, is the fact that the part of the rear light clusters that turns the corners, actually takes a very small bite out of the sides of the bootlid. It is one of those small details that make you raise your eyebrows when you notice it. Another interesting design detail is the crease line along the car’s flanks that starts below the side intake behind the front wheel arches and sweeps aft above the sills towards the rear wheel arches. This gives a sense of dynamic tension to the design, and makes it look like it is moving even at rest.

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The final nice touch is the polished trim that outlines the rear deck when the roof is folded. This takes its cue from upmarket classic wooden speedboats, and reminds me of the treatment used on another BMW product, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead. The new interior benefits from the 75mm extra length of the new car. Combined with the new lightweight front seats, the rear seat provides more legroom even if the car is still a 2+2. Stitched leather on the dashboard and console are stand-ard, giving a suitably upmarket look and feel. The surround-ing trim and centre console feature soft, sweeping lines, the counterpoint being the angular and edgy look of technical elements like the info-tainment console that sits above the centre console. A polished frame underlines its significance as an important independent element of the interior design.

BMW made a conscious decision to make the instrument binnacle and infotainment screen separate elements. “This is important because a sporting car has a greater em-phasis on the speedometer and rev counter, which should be the main focus of driver attention on the dashboard,” Oliver Heilmer, from the Interior Design Team explained. The new electric seats are very comfortable, and now you can have fan assisted cooling as well as heating as an op-tion. These proved extremely useful after the car had been standing under the South African summer sun. The larger boot has a more generous, 380 litres of load space with the roof up and 300 litres folded, enough for the obligatory pair of golf bags or a weekend away for two. Artist renderings always feature the largest wheels possible, but production reality means that most cars suffer visually from having too small wheels. Taking advantage of the better ride comfort of the latest fourth generation Run-flat tyre technology, BMW decided that the new 6-Series would not be compromised in this way, and elected to use 18-inch wheels as standard on the V8 twin-turbocharged 650i. That said, the base six-cylinder 640i will come with 17-inchers. Even on bumpy roads, it was hard to detect more than a smidgen of scuttle shake in the new Convertible. BMW says that torsional stiffness is up by a whopping 50 percent thanks to the use of more high strength steels in strategic places. The car’s ride and road manners certainly back that up in real world conditions. One of the first conclusions that I arrived at was the supple ride quality despite 18-inch wheels, Runflat tyres and the suspension in Sport mode. Without compromising handling, the engineers could only arrive at this solution by stiffening up the structure to allow the use of more comfort orien-tated spring and damper settings. In fact, these settings are not actually “softer” as such, but rather better matched in progression for the car’s second-ary ride, in conjunction with the new generation tyres and the stiffer structure. Big gains in ride and handling also come from the double wishbone front suspension that replaces the McPherson struts of the old model. BMW has been clever here in terms of economies of scale, utilising the same suspension ele-ments across three model ranges. The new front suspension debuted on the F01 7-Series, and is used on the 5-Series and now the new 6-Series. Naturally, specific detail adaptation for different vehicle weight, length and comfort settings is carried out so the 6-Series has sportier handling set-up than the 5-Series, which in turn is more sporty than the 7-Series. I tried all four of the suspension modes available in Dynam-ic Drive Control, and found the Comfort setting only good for loping along the highway or cruising in town. In any

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other condition, I felt a trace of float, especially off short wave bumps at speed. Even Normal exhibited a trace of this, so I left the Sport setting engaged the rest of the time. Sport+, which also loosens up the traction control, is a bit too much for the road most of the time unless you are out for a really con-centrated drive. In that respect, I was surprised at just how well calibrated the Sport mode was for just normal road driving. This setting also allows you to sharpen both engine/gearbox and sus-pension calibrations separately, or as a pairing. In Sport, the ride remains fairly supple, but handling is tightened up and engine and gearbox response are enhanced. However, this is not to the point where the car becomes edgy. I left it there for the rest of my drive. BMW’s Adaptive Drive system with Dynamic damper Con-trol and Dynamic Drive active roll stabilisation system is an option as is Integral Active Steering, which provides some rear wheel steering when cornering, but more so at low speeds to enhance maneuverability. Thanks to the use of lightweight steel in the body-in-white, aluminum bonnet, doors and front subframe along with composite front wings, roof deck and bootlid, the new 6-Series Convertible saves 70kg over its predecessor. How-ever, after all the additional new safety and convenience systems are accounted for, the cars kerb weight ends up roughly the same as before. Performance, fuel consumption and emissions are all improved significantly however thanks to the new engine range. The 650i’s motor is the now familiar TwinPower V8 that debuted in the X5 and X6, and then worked its way into the 5GT, 750i and more recently the new 5-Series. This 4.4 litre twin-turbo, direct-injection four-cam motor makes 407hp between 5,500 and 6,400rpm with a healthy 600Nm of torque on tap between 1,750 and 4,500rpm.

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Mated to the eight-speed gearbox with paddle shift over-ride first seen on the 760i, this super-smooth drivetrain fires off upshifts so rapidly you just hear a slight drop in the engines decibel level as it delivers one long, seamless blast of acceleration. Given full beans off the line, 0-100km/h takes 5.0 sec dead, while top speed is electronically limited to 250km/h. The average fuel consumption is 10.7L/100km, accompanied by CO2 emissions of 249g/km. The entry-level 640i Convertible uses the 3.0 litre TwinPower six with direct-injection and Valvetronic variable valve tim-ing for 320hp at 5,800rpm and 450Nm of torque between 1,300 and 4,500rpm. 0-100km/h takes 5.7 sec, and aver-age fuel consumption and emissions are an impressive 7.9 L/100km and 185g/km respectively. BMW’s drive to fit their Efficient Dynamics technology into all their models continues here with fuel saving features such as Brake Energy regeneration, Electric Power steering, intelligent lightweight construction and low rolling resist-ance tyres. The 640i version also has Auto Start-Stop and the automatic active air flap control, which improves the car’s drag fac-tor by closing some of the air intake channels when it is cruising under light throttle load. The powered hood takes 19 seconds to lower and 24 sec-onds to raise, which can be done on the fly up to 40km/h. It also features a Comfort Access feature that allows acti-vation from outside the car with the key fob. As before, the vertical heated rear window that can also be raise inde-pendently. The flying buttress shape of the canvas hood flanks this glass panel.The multi-layered, insulated hood is snug and draft free and delivers a refined, practically hardtop like experience. At 180km/h I was able to carry on a conversation at nor-mal levels. With the roof down, side glass raised and the air deflector in place, my hair remained unruffled at 160km/h, but wind noise meant shouting to be heard.

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The all-new 6-Series Convertible will be joined by a Coupé and a smaller straight-six 640i version later in the year, but BMW wisely chose to launch the Convertible first to coin-cide with spring. Considering that the al fresco version of the outgoing 6-Series sold 46.6 percent of the 118,000 cars produced be-tween 2004 and 2010, this is undoubtedly a wise strategy. The on-sale dates in Europe and the rest of the world are March, and May respectively. Despite its impressive straight-line urge and relative agility, the 650i Convertible feels more like a GT than a sports car. It is too big and heavy to mix it with Porsches and Ferraris on a twisty road, but then it is not that type of car. The BMW’s natural rivals are the Jaguar XK and Maserati Con-vertibles. During my time with the Convertible, I was content to drive briskly rather than flat out, simply enjoying the comfort-able ride, deft handling and relatively draft-free cabin. The Coupé on the other hand, will be a more focused and engaging driving machine. Better looking, smoother, more roomy and refined than the original, the latest 6-Series Convertible is a more convinc-ing car in every respect. This should help it to sell in even greater numbers than its predecessor.

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COSTA CUISINELiving here on the Costa del Sol, we are blessed with some

of the finest eateries in the world, giving us the luxury of being able to choose from an amazing range of delicacies

and cuisines. Every month, Society Marbella reviews a great selection of the coast’s restaurants to keep you up to speed

with the best places to wine and dine.

Words by Laura-Jane BrucePhotos by Ruth Jones

In the ever-growing area of Nueva Andalucía, Ner-mans Restaurant and Bistro Bar is the perfect loca-

tion for dining. Tucked away from the busy roads lies this atmospheric eatery where the restaurant and staff have a passion for gastronomy. Closed on Mondays (the guys deserve at least one day off!), Nermans is open for lunch from 12.30 – 16.00 and for dinner from 19.00 until late. Their very popular weekly lunch menu offers two courses for €12 or three courses for just €15 – excellent value for money.

Sunday lunches are a favourite of mine, and Nermans Sunday brunch menu includes dishes such as its roast carvery from the silver trolley, carved at your table and served with seasonal vegetables plus all the trimmings, delicious homemade burgers and Grand Marnier Souf-flé with maraschino coulis. The perfect way to spend a Sunday!The restaurant serves international cuisine, all of which is fresh and flavourful. Half portions are available on all dishes for children, or for those of you wanting a light snack. As the sun begins to shine and the dark clouds fade, Nermans has changed to its spring/summer menu, which includes lighter dishes and seasonal ingredients.

Their fruity cocktails complement the menu perfectly and are certain to go down a storm in the height of sum-mer. They also stock an array of wines, beers and cham-pagnes. Don’t miss the highly-talented staff sabering off the champagne corks in true Napoleonic style, this is as impressive now as it was when they began sabering 212 bottles ago – perfect for celebrating those special occa-sions!

The atmosphere of the restaurant is warm and inviting. The dimmed lighting and scattered candlelight sets the mood perfectly; whether for a family meal or an intimate date. The ambiance is further enhanced with delicate pastel colour decor and atmospheric music – soft gentle compositions play in the background and are in keeping with the tone of the restaurant.

This quaint little eatery is constantly flowing with guests, but the layout of the tables and the delicate outdoor seating never feels crowded or congested with people. The sheltered terrace is a haven on lush summer days and temperate evenings. The decorative art on the walls by Alejandro Hermann, which was inaugurated to a se-lection of clients last month, has been warmly received. The art is both classic and interesting, and instigates con-versation about the stark contrast of the striking model and classic beauty.

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Nermans Restaurant and Bistro Bar has class, dignity and charm. The staff set the benchmark for restaurateurs eve-rywhere; their attention to detail is absolute perfection. They are polite, informative, are on hand to answer any questions or queries about dishes with grace and, most importantly, sincerity. Watch out for the white gloves when providing diners with new cutlery, it completely blew me away how something as small as that makes such a difference to the level of service. This professional-ism is credit to owner Joakim Nerman who is passionate about his restaurant and business.

As we were shown to our seats, we were given compli-mentary Thai chilli crackers with a home-made dipping sauce, which was light and great to nibble on whilst surveying the extensive menu.We were served a delightful tasting menu, which in-cludes numerous small dishes that are perfect for sharing or for a light snack. I am always guilty of wanting to try my dining partner’s dishes, so this was perfectly suited to me.

The array of starter dishes began with a shot of courgette and chive soup, which was rich and light. Then we were served a selection of cold sharing plates, which included Skagen-dilled prawns with home-marinated Norwegian salmon, with a crumbled goats cheese and crispy bacon salad with Italian herb dressing. This was refreshingly light and the contrast of the crispy bacon and salad leaves complemented the smooth crumbled goats cheese per-fectly. Along with this was Carpaccio of beef with rucola, parmesan, roasted walnuts and porcini olive oil – so fresh and delicious.

Once this was cleared (all plates were virtually licked clean!) we devoured the warm sharing plates. The filet mignon with maman Yvette pepper sauce and green beans was succulent and juicy. The accompanying seasonal vegetables were reminiscent of the traditional “meat and two veg” but obviously with more class, grace and loads more flavour. To follow, a wild mush-room and spinach-filled crêpe gratinated with goats cheese was really appetising, as the cheese was rich and creamy. The poached salmon on a bed of Julienne carrots and leeks with Noilly Prat and mustard seed sauce was melt-in-the-mouth. Another decadent dish of mushrooms followed, this time in a crème fraîche and wholegrain mustard sauce.After all that delicious savoury food, our dessert was dark chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream, which as you can see was beautifully moist and rich.

We were also able to try some of Nermans delicious cocktails. A raspberry and vanilla daiquiri, a mango daiquiri, a cosmopolitan with mandarin twist (their best seller) and a coffee martini, rounded off the meal per-fectly.It is clear to see that Nermans is loved by all, as the clien-tele is cosmopolitan and obviously returns on a regular basis. The bilingual members of staff allow guests to feel at ease, and make them want to come back time after time. I must admit this is not my first visit, and will definitely not be my last!

Nermans Restaurant and Bistro BarTel. 952 815 398nermans.com

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Amapola Restaurant, in the heart of the old town of Marbella, is one of

those hidden gems. You would never expect to have a restaurant with such talented chefs and diverse cuisine to be located here on the coast. Thankfully Amapola is here to stay and is looking forward to your custom.

Amapola derives its name from the Span-ish poppy, which is embossed on the can-dles and table decorations throughout the restaurant. Since opening its doors last year, Amapola has welcomed a range of clientele. All ages and nationalities are catered for in the food and décor of the restaurant. Its cuisine of international fusion dining is an uplifting and refreshing alternative. The food is seriously compara-ble to no other.

The restaurant itself is cozy and inviting, covering two levels and an outdoor ter-race. The main area of the restaurant is located on the entry floor, with a bar serving wines, beers and cocktails. There is a cocktail menu, but the helpful and creative staff can adapt the drinks to your needs, and can even create new ones for you.

The upper section of the restaurant is a little more intimate; an area perfect for private parties and celebrations. The covered, outdoor terrace is a sheltered sanctuary for those long, summer days and the heaters provide much needed warmth when the weather turns on us dur-ing the winter months.

Open Monday to Saturday from 13:00 until midnight, Amapola caters for lunch and dinner. The gourmet lunch menu is available from Monday to Friday until 5pm, and includes a choice of two start-ers, two mains and a dessert for just €11.95 (what fantastic value for money!). There is also live music every Saturday from 8pm. Gift vouchers are also available for €15 and €50 for that one-of-a-kind experience present.

The slogan of the restaurant is “the new dining experience”, and this certainly was one meal like no other I have ever expe-rienced. Highly talented Hungarian chef Viktor sees food differently than the “aver-age Joe” chef. He changes the texture and molecules of his dishes so they chal-lenge your perception of food and the way it should taste. Viktor wouldn’t be out of place in Heston Blumenthal’s kitchen, with his experimental attitude towards food and the avant-garde presentation of each dish. Most of our taste is based on our preconception of what our brain thinks the food is going to taste like, and Viktor turns this on its head. What you see on the plate is certainly not what you get!

To start, the traditional tasting dish of olives was presented to us, but exploded in our mouths with a softer than usual texture. This instantly told us that this res-taurant was going to be like no other! What followed was a gastronomic feast of 10 courses from the new spring/summer menu.

Sergio, our helpful bilingual waiter, served our first dish of marinated tartar de salmon with aromatic herbs and caviar of capers. The salmon was exquisitely cooked and

the caviar of capers tampered with our taste buds. Secondly, smoked squid pie, sausage in a gold bar and garlic alioli. The squid was smoked beautifully and the soft sausage was paté smooth and deliciously rich. The presentation of this dish was one of my favourites, and the gold bar made me feel like royalty.

Next was goats cheese grilled sponge, quince (a descendant of the pear family) and endive salad with orange essence. The sponge was so light (thankfully, as we did have seven more courses to go) and fluffy, and was followed by a melon sor-bet with strawberry pulp, a honey cookie and yoghurt ravioli. This was also lovely and light on the palate – we thought this was dessert and dinner was over. Oh, how we were wrong.The next dish showed that if you’re not as experimental or as adventurous, Amapola do cater for you. The veal goulash with homemade pasta and red wine was ab-solutely superb. The veal was tender and the sauce was to-die-for.

Next was our fish dish; roll of sole baked with crème of peas and black rice. The rice was beautifully decorated with gold spray; another dish fit for royalty. The sole was so soft and refreshing on the palate.

Following on from this were our two meat dishes. One was beef tenderloin in a Calvados sauce, with roasted carrot and potato soufflé. The purple mash was definitely a favourite of mine. The second was a lamb plate that is a specialty at Amapola, which included shoulder of lamb, liver sautéed in onions and shallots, rack of lamb and homemade sausage in chickpea and cream sauce. All the restaurant’s meat is sourced locally from Spain, meaning it is of the freshest quality.

After an amuse-bouche of truffle ice-cream to refresh our palates, we were served our two desserts. Firstly, a choco-late brownie with candied ginger, vanilla ice-cream and mango lace, which was decorated beautifully and reminiscent of a bride’s veil. And, last but not least, gin and tonic ice-cream, which rounded off the meal perfectly.

It’s certain to say that we were pretty full, but very satisfied once we left the restau-rant!

Amapola Restaurant and Lounge BarTel. 952 774 650amapolamarbella.com

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INGREDIENTS

1 tin of condensed milk

150g egg white

250g caster sugar

1tbl spoon corn flour

300ml whipping cream

1 vanilla pod

30g icing sugar

2 bananas

1l vanilla ice cream

100g grated dark chocolate

BananaToffee

For six people

SOCIETY MARBELLA brings you the secrets from the professionals so you can create some of the magic in your very own home.

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METHODBoil one tin of condensed milk in water for three hours, do not boil dry. Place the tin in the fridge to cool. You will see the transformation of your con-densed milk into a rich, smooth, gold brown cara-mel, it’s amazing! Pre-heat the oven to 150 degrees C. Whisk the egg whites to soft peaks, then add the caster sugar and the corn flour, and continue to whisk for three minutes or until stiff (best to use an electric whisk here as your arm will ache pretty quickly). Place the meringue in small piles on a sheet of grease-proof paper and cook for 30-40 mins or until crunchy and soft inside. Whisk the cream with the icing sugar and the vanilla pod seeds to your desired texture. Open your cooled tin, crush your meringue into pieces, slice the banana and grate the dark choco-late. Starting with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream, layer everything in a cup (banana, pieces of meringue, your vanilla ice-cream and the condensed caramel) and finish with your whipped cream and your grated dark chocolate on top.Sit back and enjoy!

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KAMAKURALocation: Golf resortTel. 956 646 575Considered one of

ItalianLA PAPPARDELLALocation: Laguna VillageTel. 952 807 354lapappardella.comPopular Italian res-taurant group that made its mark in London and Puerto Banus. Extensive list of dishes madeusing the finest Italian ingredients, and great service. A fine dining experi-ence in chic, luxuri-ous surroundings.

PURO BEACHLocation: Laguna VillageTel. 951 316 699purobeach.comCasual, elegant and chic beach club and restaurant serving delicious international dishes.

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TABERNA DELALABADEROLocation: Ctra. de RondaTel. 952 812 794alabaderoresort.comCreative inexpen-sive cuisine in

the finest Japanese restaurants in Spain.

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InternationalPASSION CAFÉLocation: C.C. La ColoniaTel. 952 781 583passioncafe.euFresh and creative food served throughout the day. Fantastic breakfasts, salads, wok dishes, fajitas, burgers, wraps and sandwiches. Daily specials and superb evening menu. Eclectic décor and pleasant ambience.

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MACCHERONILocation: Jardines del PuertoTel. 951 703 175Fashionable pizzeria serving authentic Italian specialties. Takeaway available. Open every night from 8pm.

KE BARLocation: Frontline PortTel. 956 793 333Chic venue ideal for watching the world pass by with snacks and full meals.

FLAHERTY’SLocation: Frontline PortTel. 956 790 390Lively Irish bar and restaurant with well-priced snacks and full dishes – fun ambiance and live music evenings.

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InternationalSCHILOLocation: Ctra. de CasaresTel. 952 937 800fincacortesin.comGourmet Asian-fu-sion cuisine created by world-class chef Schilo Van Cor-vorden at the Finca Cortesin Hotel and Golf Resort. Superb service, elegantsetting and excellent wine list.

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Bollywood Restaurant, Bar & Terrace

We offer a unique dining experience, serving an exotic blend of fantastic fragrant food in anambiance inspired by rich culture with excellent service. We can accommodate tables for 2–20, inside the restaurant or outside on the terrace.

Conveniently situated in the heart of NuevaAndalucia minutes away from the famousPuerto Banus and Aloha Golf courses.

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INDIAN RESTAURANT

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Oriental

THAI GALLERYLocation: Puerta de BanusTel. 952 818 392thaigallery-restau-rante.comCreative cuisine with professional service and lively atmosphere. Open daily for dinner.

NAGA THAILocation: C.C. CristamarTel. 952 815 319naga.esWide range of exquisite and exotic dishes enjoyed in stylish surround-ings. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Takeaway and full catering service also available.

NARUTOLocation: C.C.CristamarTel. 952 811 827Contemporary cuisine, presented by Sushi des Artistes (Golden Mile) – sushi, sashimi and Japanese tapas. Takeaway avail-able. Open seven days a week from 1pm till late.

International

BUDDHA BEACHLocation: Urb. Ma-rina Villa (beach-side)Tel. 952 813 882buddhabeachba-nus.comLuxurious Balinese setting with al fresco restaurant ser-ving an ap-petizing selection of dishes ranging from fresh seafood platters to Thai fu-sion cuisine, sushi, creative salads and lighter dishes. A ‘snack and wrap’ menu can be enjoyed from Bud-dha’s beach beds.

Location: Urb. La AlcazabaTel. 952 816 100restaurantepolyne-sians.esExotic fusion of trop-ical and oriental cuisine, with indoor or al fresco dining, relaxing ambience and Chinese wood-fired oven special-ties.

Indian

BOLLYWOODRESTAURANT Location: Urb. Fuente AlohaTel. 952 906 748Exotic blend of fantastic fragrant food, ambiance inspired by rich cul-ture and all topped off with excellent service.

Italian

REGINA’SLocation: near An-dalucia PlazaTel. 952 814 529Elegant surround-ings with high-quality Italian dishes ranging from tradi-tional to creative.

Oriental

THAI BANGKOKLocation: Plaza de Las OrquideasTel. 952 813 603

GOLDEN MILE

Oriental

SUKHOTHAILocation: Marbella MarTel. 952 770 550sukhothai-restau-rante.comFabulous Thai cuisine with inti-mate surroundings and cosmopolitan décor.

TAI PANLocation: Puente RomanoTel. 952 777 893

LA SALA BANUSLocation: Calle BelmonteTel. 952 814 145lasalabanus.comOpen from 10am to midnight, seven days a week, La Sala offers eight individually styled settings to suit what-ever mood you are in – for breakfast, lunch, dinner, af-ternoon drinks with friends, evening cocktails or private business meetings. A set lunch menu from Monday to Fri-day is available for 15€ for two courses, and complimen-tary valet parking is available from 10am.

BUBLESLocation: Plaza Antonio Banderas, TIBVTel. 606 070 979bubblesmarbella.comSuperb interna-tional cuisine and cocktails in stunning Balinese roof ter-race setting.

OCEAN CLUBLocation: Avda. Lola FloresTel. 952 908 137oceanclub.esLuxurious beach-front restaurant and beach club located in the heart of Puerto Banus, offering traditional French cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. Also Asian specialties on offer.

NUEVAANDALUCIA

International

GIRASOLLocation: Avda. del PradoTel. 952 813 859Superb service and excellent food from award-winning

chefs. Attractive surroundings and pleasant patioterrace overlooking golf valley.

MAGNA CAFÉLocation: Magna Marbella GolfTel. 952 929 587magnacafe.comExquisite cuisine in stunning surround-ings. Bar and large terrace with breath-taking views.

STARZ MARBELLALocation: C.C.Centro PlazaTel. 952 816 313starzmarbella.comInternational food with all-day break-fast and extensive lunch menu. Open Monday to Satur-day 8.30am-5pm. Free wifi.

EVITABY BUENOS AIRESLocation: Avda. del PradoTel. 952 929 620Superb Argentinean cuisine. Golf views on a beautifulterrace.

YANX CAFÉLocation: Centro PlazaTel. 952 818 861cafeyanx.comA prized location and lively atmos-phere make this a great choice all-round.

NERMANSRESTAURANT AND BISTRO BARLocation: Avienda del PradoTel. 952 815 398nermans.comSumptuous home cooking in a re-laxed atmosphere, with attentive bilin-gual staff and good value for money.

POLYNESIAN’S RESTAURANT AND COCKTAIL BAR

RESTAURANT LISTING

Avenida del Prado, Aloha29660 Nueva Andalucía, Marbella

[email protected]

Tel: 952 813 859

Established in the late eightiesthis landmark restaurant in the heart of the golf valley continues to offer GREAT food and GREAT wines

in comfortable surroundings!!

Open fOr dinner frOm 19h30

RistoranteRegina

“The most beautiful English Inn in Spain”

Next to the Crowne Plaza Hotel

Good, fresh simple cooking•

Selection of real cask conditioned ales•

Fine wines & chilled beers•

Wood burners & Snugs•

Fabulous beer garden with dining and sun terraces•

Outdoor Bar & BBQ Grill•

Hog Roast•

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Open daily from 10.30 until late

Robin•Hood•innfine ales good food

The Finest Inn on the Coast

Ave de Dos Hermanas • Benamara • 29688 Estepona • Malaga • Spain Tel: 951 272 169 • [email protected]

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daily for dinner from 6.30pm till late; early evening menu until 8pm.

BIJOU BAR & BISTROLocation: Plaza Juan de la RosaTel. 952 776 468bijoumarbella.comVaried and well-priced cuisine, designed to include fresh ingredients, in comfortable environment with excellent, friendly service. Open Tues-day to Sunday from 6pm.

AMAPOLARESTAURANTLocation: Calle Ortega y GassetTel. 952 774 650amapolamarbella.comQuaint restaurant set in the heart of Marbella, with ex-perimental molecu-lar gastronomy.

French

CASANISLocation: Calle Ancha 8Tel. 952 900 450Exquisite bistro serv-ing menu del dia as well as a la carte, aperitifs and cock-tails. Open Monday to Saturday for dinner.

Italian

ZAFFERANOLocation: Calle Gloria 12Tel. 952 863 125ristorantezafferano.it Beautiful renovated old town house with modern Italian cuisine in elegant surroundings.

CASA NOSTRALocation: Calle Camilo Jose CelaTel. 952 861 108Local dining institu-tion since 1988, with extensive selection of superb Italian cuisine.

DA FABIOLocation: Marbella and El RosarioTel. 952 823 376/952 833 467Friendly, authentic Italian restaurant offering traditional cuisine and special dishes prepared by the chef. Open dai-ly 11am-midnight, with easy parking.

EAST OFMARBELLAInternational

MOZAICRESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Location: Las ChapasTel. 952 839 901Open for breakfast, lunch and din-ner from 9am till midnight (lounge until 2am), offering Belgium and Inter-national cuisine.

BONO’S BEACHLocation: Costa-bella beachsideTel. 952 839 236bonosbeach.comFine cuisine in a stunning location on one of the most beautiful beaches in Marbella.

THE BEACH HOUSELocation: frontline beach ElviriaTel. 952 839 458thebeachhouse-marbella.comIdyllic location by the sea with stun-ning sunsets over one of the Coast’s best beaches. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

NIKKI BEACHLocation: Hotel Don Carlos (beachside)Tel. 952 836 239nikkibeach.com/MarbellaNikki’s signature ‘global’ cuisine served in luxurious beach club sur-roundings either on

he palm-shaded al fresco terrace, or from one of the oversized beach beds.

MIJAS COSTA

International

MIJAS PLAYALocation: La Cala seafrontTel. 952 493 749Popular restaurant overlooking the sea, with entertain-ment and dancing every evening. Superb food in el-egant surroundings.

VALPARAISOLocation: Ctra de MijasTel. 952 485 996restauranteval-paraiso.esExcellent Italian and International cuisine in charming and elegant sur-roundings.

FUENGIROLA

International

PUEBLO LOPEZLocation: off Calle ValenciaTel. 952 471 929Well-established, family-run restau-rant in charming Pueblo Lopez cob-bled courtyard.

LOS BOLICHES

Vegetarian

VEGETALIALocation: Calle Santa Isabel 8Tel. 952 586 031restaurantevegeta-lia.comSalad buffet with hot dishes of the day at lunchtime; a la carte selection in the evenings, fresh juices and home-made desserts. Open Monday-Saturday lunch; Friday and Saturday dinner.

Italian

TERRAZZA DUALLocation: Marbella MarTel. 952 925 250terrazzadual.comGreat service and attractive surround-ings. Homemade dishes. Takeaway also available.

MARBELLA

International

ZOZOILocation: Plaza AltamiranoTel. 952 858 868zozoi.comOld converted house provides per-fect atmosphere for cuisine with a difference.

SANTIAGOLocation: Paseo MaritimoTel. 952 770 078restaurantesan-tiago.comSpecialising in fish and seafood from throughout Spain.

CASAMONOLocation: Calle Es-tebanez CalderonTel. 952 774 578The cuisine is in the style of a classic French bistro with a delicious array of cocktails.

GARUMLocation: Paseo MaritimoTel. 952 858 858garummarbella.comGreat for drinks, snacks and a la carte dining. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

THE ORANGE TREELocation: Orange SquareTel. 952 924 613Creative contem-porary cuisine, with innovative new menu every six weeks. Open

RESTAURANT LISTING

taipan-restaurante.comEnjoy cocktails at Polynesian Bar before sampling oriental cuisine in beautiful surround-ings.

THAI ELEPHANTLocation: Opposite Marbella ClubTel. 952 779 166thaielephant.esSumptuous original Thai and Japanese cuisine including su-shi and a selection of curries, with a large terrace area perfect for al fresco dining. Takeaway and delivery service also available – with full menus and online order service.International

VILLA TIBERIOLocation: Marbella MarTel. 952 771 799villatiberio.comHighly popular

restaurant set within stylish surroundings; al fresco at it’s best.

SMALL WORLD CAFÉLocation: C.C. Le VillageTel. 952 771 046smallworldcafe.comSmall World Café is a cool, contem-porary restaurant where diners can enjoy lazy break-fasts, a quick bite for lunch or a relaxed dinner from the simple yetcreative menu.

SUITELocation: Hotel Puente RomanoTel. 952 820 900suiteclubs.comStunning restaurant and lounge serving superb Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine in luxurious surroundings.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 12:30-4:00pmFriday and Saturday 8:00-11:15pm (closed Sundays)

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