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Issue 13

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INTERVIEW

With Sense of Sound

FASHION You shall go to the ball

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NEWS, SOCIAL & MUSIC 6-9Anything and everything fun in the city

SOUNDING OUT 10-11Interview with the inspiring Sense of Sound

WIN WIN WIN 13Competitions galore!

FASHION SHOOT 16-17You shall go to the ball – gorgeous threads

NETWORK 19Top tips from our business expert Jean Jones

IN THE PICTURE 20-21Our man about town hits the top spots

WEIRD & WONDERFUL 23Unusual properties around the UK

FOOD & DRINK 24-25Three top eateries and meet our sommelier, Pavlos!

LOCAL LOVELIES 27Eventful days in the city

CULTURE 29 Our culture vultures swoop the city for events

INTERIORS 33Bespoke furniture specialists Domo Design Ltd

BUSINESS 35Prepare for that presentation

WOMEN IN ART 37The amazing story of the Liverpool Calendar Girls

HEALTH 39 Joanne Willcox experiences the raw food diet

LIFE IN FILM 43Expert Steve Wooding on life, resolutions and action

HEAVEN ON EARTH 47The spectacular Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral

EDUCATION 49 Back to big school

FAMILY 51How to get your five a day

GARDENING 55Prep and prune to protect your plants

MOTORING 59Lotus Europa SE

PROPERTY 61Gorgeous granite and marble

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Liverpool will open its doors to stylish Danish furniture designer BoConcept on 11 September, and will become a destination store in its Chapel Street location, a stone’s throw away from the thriving Liverpool ONE shopping centre.Providing contemporary furniture for the working, sleeping, dining and lounge functions of the home, BoConcept offers affordable yet quality, fl exible furniture which can be adjusted to suit

rapidly changing lifestyle needs. Elaine Cunningham, owner of BoConcept Liverpool, said: “When looking for a location in Liverpool, the two Unity tower building’s reputation as a premier destination for offi ce and luxury

living as well as amazing design was the perfect choice to showcase BoConcept’s contemporary interiors collection. “We are delighted to open BoConcept in Chapel Street and introduce some Danish interior designs to North West shoppers.” Fast becoming the number one brand globally within home furnishings, the Danish furniture brand already has UK stores in London (Harrods, Notting Hill, Selfridges & Tottenham Court Road), Glasgow, Bournemouth and Leeds.For more information please call 0845 612 6600 or visit www.boconcept.co.uk

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Every issue we bring you the best snippets of news from all over

Merseyside for your delight and delectation...NEWS

If life is bogging you down and you feel you could make more of your days, then stop by the uplifting workshops of The Metaphorical Toolbox. The company specialises in providing workshops in creativity, run by partners Helen Collins and John Lightbody. Helen and John, both trained counsellors with years of hard work and experience behind them, and have already built a loyal client base for their varied classes. Based in Liverpool, The Metaphorical Toolbox is gearing up for a run of new September workshops. Helen explains: “I love working with people who are expressing their creativity. Courage, creativity and change go hand in hand. Where there is renewed courage, the creative process automatically surfaces.“People start to create paintings, businesses, writings, music, a garden, recipes, poetry – and new lives.”For more information please call 0151 291 4638 or visit www.themetaphoricaltoolbox.com

GETTING METAPHORICAL

Style CUNNING CONCEPT

The shopping Mecca that is the gorgeous Liverpool ONE is celebrating the addition of not one, but two, brill new shops. Mamas and Papas, the design led nursery brand, will open this 17 September offering 6,000 square feet over two fl oors of award winning

maternity fashion, limited edition baby wear, state of the art baby equipment and the elegant nursery interiors the brand is known for.From mini-fashions to a mega-watt highstreet name, Topshop/Topman – due to open an enormous store along with Mamas and Papas. Only the Oxford Street fl agship store tops the

sheer scale of top trends, affordable style and designer collaborations that the Liverpool store will enjoy. Be still our beating hearts. And if that isn’t enough there will be added extras – think make up, beauty salon and you’ll be on the right tracks. Hooray!

LIVERPOOL ONE GAINS ANOTHER TWO

ShoppingFILM ON THE WATERFRONT

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This September 25-26 will see the south end of the Pier Head light up in cinematic glory as the window of the new Museum of Liverpool will be transformed into a gigantic movie screen for a weekend of iconic cinema classics, locally produced short fi lms and innovative contemporary moving

images. Produced in partnership with FACT and Abandon Normal Devices (AND) and the new North West festival of New Cinema and Digital Culture. Bring your popcorn, sit back and enjoy! For further information visit www.liverpool.gov.uk/culture or call 0151

233 2008

Over the Marine Lake, in Kings Gardens, seven competitors set up their fi reworks, ensure their music is in place

and prepare to go head to head with dramatic displays, choreographed to music.The sky over Southport will light up and be fl ooded with

colour, Friday to Sunday, October 9-11.Advance tickets are on sale at Southport Tourist Information Centre, Lord Street, telephone 01704 533333 or visit www.visitsouthport.comWe have two pairs of family tickets to give away for the Friday/Sunday show. To be in with a chance of entering please answer the following question:

Which of the following is a famous fi rework:

a) Roman Blind b) Roman Candle c) Roman Chandelier

Please email win@aintreepublishing.com with your

answer by 30 September with day time contact details.

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Top events for all social butterflies... SOCIAL

TEE OFF FOR CHARITY

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You don’t have to be a betting person to know you’re on to a winner with The Prince’s Trust charity race day at Haydock Park. But you won’t have to wait ‘furlong’, as the event is being held on Tuesday 15 September. After the success of last year’s inaugural event, which raised a fence-jumping £15,000, this year’s charity race day will include a champagne reception, three course lunch and a speech from a young ambassador who has benefi ted from the Charity’s help.

The day will begin at 11.15 am and guests will enjoy a number of races whilst also getting the chance to utilise the day’s tipster and participate in a charity auction. All the day’s proceeds will go directly towards helping disadvantaged young people in the North West to raise their potential and change their lives. To fi nd out further information on the event or book tickets please contact Sharon Griffi ths

at The Prince’s Trust on 01244 403 067.

Merseyside Maritime Museum has unveiled a breathtaking new 120-cover restaurant and conference facility offering exceptional food and stunning views of the city.Located on the fourth fl oor of their Grade 1 listed home, the

Maritime Dining Rooms has been a year in the planning and offi cially opened its doors to the public in August.

The menu, which has been devised by executive chef Nigel Paul Smith, who has cooked for celebrity chefs Gordon Ramsay and Paul Gayler, celebrates British and local produce, combining classic fl avours with modern presentation.

An excited Julie Ehlen, director of trading, said: “In completing this 12 month project we can now proudly boast that we have a restaurant that matches the quality offer that is the Merseyside Maritime experience. The dual aspect views are undoubtedly breathtaking and one of many unique selling points at Maritime Dining Rooms.”Food will be served seven days a week between 12 noon and 5pm to begin with, while a number of bookings have already been made for the restaurant post 5pm when Maritime Dining Rooms will cater for corporate and private functions.Head chef, Nigel Paul Smith, added: “Being located in a world heritage site demands that food and service standards compete with the best. It’s all about simple food in an unsurpassed environment for views, maritime heritage and quality customer service.”To book please call 0151 478 4056

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The 10th annual Alan Hansen Golf Classic charity event will tee off this 18 September in aid of the Roy Castle Lung Foundation. Hosted by the Liverpool FC legend, the star-studded golf day will be held at Southport’s Hillside Golf Club and hopes to raise lots of money for the cause.The Roy Castle Lung Foundation is the UK’s only charity wholly dedicated to defeating lung cancer and its need for funding is as imperative now as it was 18 years ago when the charity was founded. The foundation focuses on three key areas of work; research, patient care and tobacco control.Lung cancer is the biggest cancer killer in the world, with more than 38,000 people being diagnosed each year in the UK alone. Despite lung cancer accounting for 22% of all cancer deaths, less than 4% of cancer research funding in the UK is actually directed in this area.For more information please call

0151 254 7211.

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Top hair experts Toni and Guy are changing the way they do hair colour - the consultation process has been tweaked and transformed with the new Toni and Guy (HEART) Colour method to pinpoint perfect colours for every customer. Now, when discussing colour options in

consultations, a colour fan will be used to assess the skintone of the customer to achieve gorgeous results. Toni and Guy Southport is holding the fi rst ladies

colour evening this September and will invite guests to a fabulous evening to promote the new colour fan consultations and a small hair presentation with clothes from Mark Caine.

For more information or to book your

appointment please call 01704 535 300.

Just when it couldn’t get any better – Studio 2 has launched its brand spanking new lunch menu and we can’t wait to sample it! Chef, Ian Cook, is not only aptly named but is also a familiar face to TV’s Come Dine With Me fans, as he’s Liverpool’s winner and the show’s best-ever scoring contestant!Has that tickled your tastebuds? If you’ve yet to source out this jewel in Liverpool’s social crown then we suggest you get to it fast before the secret’s out. The perfect venue to kick-back after a long day, Studio 2 can morph into a chic location for corporate events, meetings and functions. The gorgeous Cam, Ian and Steve urge you to stop by for a spot of brekkie or lunch to receive the full Studio 2 experience.Studio2, Parr Street. Call 0151 707 1050 for more information.

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MUSIC

Her music has been compared to that of Joni Mitchell and Feist. Her lullaby melodies and emotive

vocals fi xate an audience – Ragz is

certainly one to watch.

LLM: So tell us a bit about yourself –

what brought you over to Liverpool?

In general music was the thing that brought me over. I came here to study but that was just the link – the means to get myself over. After graduating in 2005 it’s been an upward spiral – from doing the worst gigs in the world, which you have to do to get your name around and get to know people and places. We built ourselves up quite nicely – I love gigging so didn’t mind that we had to go through a few that weren’t great for us. Then you get to a stage where right now, I’m very happy with what we’re doing.

And how would you describe your

music – you’ve been likened to Joni

Mitchell, would you agree with that?

It’s a huge compliment but personally the infl uence didn’t really come from her

– I didn’t get into Joni Mitchell until just a couple of years ago, and my song writing started 15-16 years ago. What can I say? I just like to tell stories, real stories – and for me it’s always about the voice and the melody -

describing it right now would be acoustic. I’m

actually a piano player

but it’s hard to take around to gigs on the train! The guitar crept in on me as it was easy to play with in a sense, along with singing. I have a guitar-playing brother - I’ll never be as good as he is on the guitar but he inspired me to keep going.

Do you feel that the music you

wrote when in Norway differs in

comparison to the material you’ve

written since living here?

I think what happens when you see that much talent, meet new people and see gigs is that unconsciously you get so inspired by people. I didn’t see this at all in Norway – people don’t get up on stage and start playing like they do here. There are some massive talents, but the thing about music for is that you have to be hungry for it and try everything. In Norway it’s quite easy to have it as a hobby, as most people want to have a safe life – whereas when you are here, well – safe’s got nothing to do with it. If you fi nd your audience

there’s a big shift in the writing because you fi nd yourself in it, and you can’t do

that without putting yourself out there.

And where do your ambitions

lie – do you envisage

global superstardom

and playing

stadium gigs?

For me the hardest thing about what I do is being patient and

productive at the same time, because you question it every day. But I think that is the challenge of doing something creative because you have to kick your own butt, you have to keep yourself going because no-on else will. I’m not looking for a chart position, but I am looking for a consistent career.

If people want to hear you, where

can they go?

Well we have a tour booked for October that’s all over the UK – I love the gigging; we’ve slept in the most random places and had only a sleeping bag between two, so it’s certainly not glamorous but that’s half of what it is. I cannot wait to go on stage though – the tiredness comes afterwards, it’s a journey. It’s what I do and what my life is – I can’t put it into words.For more information and tour

dates please visit www.rawrip.

com/ragz or www.ragzmusic.net.

Upcoming gigs: 19 Sept, Zanzibar, Seel St. 23 Sept, LEAF, Free Entry. 16 October, The Masque, Seel St, £5.

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We all know that Liverpool has long been a city that nurtures musical talent ! welcoming artists from all over the globe and inspiring countless others to tap into the endless creativity the city is saturated in. Amongst the inspired is Norwegian beauty, Ragz; a striking, smiling young woman who has built up a loyal fan base in the city and around the UK.

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If you watched the BBC’s ‘Last Choir Standing’ then you’ll already be aware

of the huge talent, powerful vocals and inspiring singers that make up vocal

training company Sense of Sound’s choir of the same name. The stunning

voice of the choir is the crescendo to what has been, and continues to be,

an amazingly creative and energetic collaboration between four fantastic

directors. Established in the Liverpool of 1992, Sense of Sound provides an

antidote to the stereotypical ‘Liverpool sound’ and breathes fresh life into a

plethora of musical genres with amazing skill and verve. Collaborations with

countless famous names are commonplace, but it is the success stories

amongst vocal trainees that captivate. Jenny Morris met up with half of the

current directive – Jennifer John and Perri Alleyne-Hughes – and discovered

that everyone can sing if you give them a chance.

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Hi ladies, what can you tell us about Sense of Sound?

J: First and foremost Sense of Sound is a company – the

choir is a walking example of our ethos, which is accessibility,

multiculturalism, intergenerational. We look for a passion that

someone brings and I think that’s really evident when you

see the choir. It’s high-spirited, high energy, very diverse and

people’s musical journeys are very different sometimes and

that’s what works so well. I started some workshops after

writing about black women and music, in Liverpool, and I

thought about the women that I knew that had really influenced

me, and I thought of Perri, and of Saphena (Aziz) and of Juliet

(Russell) our two other directors. We got together and talked

about forming the company and that’s how it was started.

Have you found Liverpool a receptive city for your work?

J: The thing that’s never faltered or changed is the spirit of the

city; the people, the friendliness, the humour and the creativity

that exists here. There’s always been a really strong musical

presence in the city – I’m not always personally happy that it’s

always been very white- only. And I think that this is us trying

to redress the balance because we’re all about mix; not one

over the other, but a blend and a fusion of lots of things that

represent life in the city.

P: I mean Liverpool music can’t just be about the Beatles,

which is what people instantly think of when you say music.

J: What I think is really interesting about our choir is that we

have people from all over the world singing – we have singers

from Israel, Venezuela, Nigeria, Norway and Morocco.

And how have you found doing television, in particular the

competitive element in ‘Last Choir Standing’?

P: It’s amazing. I had very mixed feelings about it but one of

the biggest things I got out of it was being able to meet all

those other choirs from all over the country. In a sense we all

have a very similar kind of spirit, although we differ musically –

the community amongst everybody is very similar.

You have worked alongside some notable contemporary

musicians – Damon Albarn is a patron for example – how

did you get involved with him?

J: There was a festival called Sing London, and one of the

artistic directors, Juliet Russell, is based there - we were one

of the main organisations to be leading workshops and big

voice projects within that festival. There was a press launch,

and we were asked to demonstrate what we did. Bob, one

of the organisers from Greenpeace said afterwards he had

a project he’d commissioned Damon and Brian Eno and

Massive Attack to write - this 16 minute piece called Five

Minutes to Midnight. We learnt the piece in a few hours and

did the performance on the Greenpeace boat on the Thames,

hundreds of people lined the banks of the river – it was to stop

more trident missiles being introduced into Britain – and there

started our relationship with Damon.

How do you incorporate the community with the work you

do?

J: We’ve just been commissioned to do 12 months’ training

with hard to reach young people across the city – which is

part of a national initiative, funded by Youth Music. We will go

into the community and get young people who we’ve trained

to show other young people what they’ve learnt as a way to

encourage them to get involved with life.

And what’s this I hear about an upcoming album?

P: Over the next 12 months we’re putting together a CD. Lots

of people have been asking where our CD is, so we’re getting

together and doing one. The vast majority of it will be original

material. Up until now we have been doing covers in our

particular style...

J: Our plan is to coincide the release of our album with the

launch of an a cappella festival here in Liverpool in October

2010. It will be the first in the UK.

How can people become involved with Sense of Sound?

J: We have an introduction to singing course beginning in

September, which is for people who want to dip their toe in.

It leads on to the Singing in Harmony course, which is much

more repertoire based, and there’s a performance at the end

of it at The Bluecoat. It’s true that song makes you happy -

singing releases serotonin and stress and you feel so much

better, it just lifts your spirits. I think that’s the basis of our

company it's about nurturing and making a difference.

P: There’s nothing that beats seeing those kids, the ones that

are really shy and retiring, come out of themselves and the

confidence it instils in them is amazing.

Get inspired – find out more about the sensational Sense

of Sound company, choir and community at www.

senseofsound.org or just call 0151 702 7799.

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The Empire hosts yet another show-stopper as Lord of the Dance hits the stage this 1-4 October. Seen by over 50 million people in 40 different countries, the secret to this show’s phenomenal success is that it speaks to all, crossing boundaries of age, gender, and cultural diversity. The Empire Theatre has one

pair of tickets up for grabs for a lucky

reader – please enter by 25 September for your chance to win this brilliant prize. www.liverpoolempire.org.uk

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If you’ve yet to visit The Orchard, Blundell Street then we suggest you put it at the top of your list. A traditional English restaurant and cider tavern, this venue hosts everything from comedy nights to one-off events as well as offering fi ne dining

in its sleek restaurant. All LLM readers

will receive a massive 50% off their

meal when quoting the magazine. A further two-course meal for two

is up for grabs – just email win@

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Win a family ticket to see Disney on Ice presents

Princess Wishes! With Tinker Bell as their guide, guests will see the inspiring stories of Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Mulan, Jasmine, Sleeping Beauty and Snow White, when Disney On Ice presents Princess Wishes skates into the Echo Arena Liverpool from 25-29 November 2009. For your chance to win a family ticket to the show on Thursday 26 November, answer the following question:What magical matter does Tinker Bell use to help her

friends in need?

a. Tinker Bell’s pixie potionb. Pixie dustc. Fairy sprinkles Tickets are available from the Echo Arena Box Offi ce

0844 8000 400 www.echoarena.com

The guys down at Studio2 have just launched the new lunch menu – offering freshly made scrummy food, following on from the hit brekkie menu. All LLM readers can receive

2-4-1 on all lunch meals from the new menu when quoting The Liverpool Lifestyle Magazine. Cam and Ian look forward to seeing you there! Studio2, Parr Street, L1 4JN

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The gorgeous Alma de Cuba have a fantastic prize lined up for a lucky LLM reader - a three course meal and a bottle of

champagne for two people! Dine out in style in one of the city’s top social destinations, and once you’ve had your slap up meal you can go downstairs and have one of the bar’s amazing cocktails. www.alma-de-cuba.com

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SOUTHPORT AIR SHOW

26 September @ Southport Beach

From 26-27 September the annual Southport Air Show will once again return to the sea-side town to astound and entertain the public. Ticket prices start from £5.

DAME EDNA

Dame Edna Everage & Sir Les Patterson

2 October @ Liverpool Echo Arena

Australian national treasures Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson are going on a nationwide tour for the first time in

28 years. Accompanied by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestrawww.accliverpool.com

Live! Live! Live! ODEMBA OK

29 September @ Liverpool Phil

Odemba OK Jazz All Stars, led and conducted by legendary Dizzy Mandjeku, this magnificent 12-piece band are the

original exponents of smooth big band ‘Franco style’ Congolese Rumba.www.liverpoolphil.com

Box Office: 0151 709 3789

CROSS THE MERSEY

Twopence To Cross The Mersey

6 October @ Liverpool Empire

The 18 part run of this highly acclaimed musical based on Helen Forrester’s best selling book begins on 6 October at the Liverpool Empire. www.liverpoolempire.org.uk

Box Office: 0151 708 3200

BRITISH MUSICAL FIREWORKS CHAMPIONSHIPSOUTHPORT AIR SHOW SIR LES PATTERSON

ICONS

8 October @ Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

three of the most legendary operatic icons: Brahms Fourth Symphony, Schumann’s Piano Concerto and Finish Composer Rautavaara’s Sound World all appear on the stage at Liverpool Philharmonic this October. www.

liverpoolphil.com T: 0151 709 3789

TOM JONES

17 October @ Liverpool Echo Arena

Following on the heels of his universally praised and successful album 24 Hours, Tom Jones has announce a full UK Tour, coming to the Echo Arena Liverpool on 17 Octoberwww.accliverpool.com

MUSICAL FIREWORKS

British Musical Fireworks Championship

11 October @ Southport Promenade

Catch the last and most spectacular night of the annual British Fireworks Championships, held in Southport, and witness a fantastic lights show as the competition really hots up to find this year’s champion of pyrotechnics .

ROB BRYDON LIVE

1 October @ Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

Marion & Geoff, I'm Alan Partridge, Black Books, Little Britain, Q.I. and most recently his highly acclaimed performance as Uncle Bryn in Gavin and Stacey. Now this multi award winning writer / performer has a brand new stand up show. www.liverpoolphil.com

Box Office: 0151 709 3789

SALLY MORGAN

27 September, Liverpool Empire

Star Psychic, Sally Morgan, brings her national tour to the Liverpool Empire as she wows the audience with her psychic prowess.www.liverpoolempire.org.uk

Phone 0844 847 2525

MICHAEL BALL LIVE

25 September @ Liverpool Echo Arena

Hit recording artist Michael Ball celebrates 25 years in the music industry with a special live concert at Liverpool’s Echo Arena. www.accliverpool.com

Box Office: 0844 8000 400

MARK ROTHKO

The Seagram Murals 3 Oct- 21 Mar @

Tate Liverpool - FREE!

Perceived, as the artist intended, in reduced light and in a compact space, the subtlety of the layered surfaces slowly emerges, revealing the solemn and meditative character of the works-one not to be missed.Tel: 0151 702 7400 www.tate.org.uk

THE GODFATHER

Date 5 Oct 2009 @ Philharmonic Hall -

Rated 18. From £5.50 per ticket

Considered by many to be the greatest movie ever made, Francis Ford Coppola’s epic masterpiece features Oscar winner Marlon Brando. Soak up the atmosphere that makes a film at the Phil unique.

www.liverpoolphil.com

Box Office: 0151 709 3789

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Debbie wears: • Dress - Angelina dress by Anoushka G from Style Clinic- £435• Shoes -Kurt Geiger Met Quarter-£130• Bracelets -Links Met Quarter-£105-120

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Summer is fading and our traditional 'Auburn Autumn' is back! Out with lazy days, pastels, and wellies and in with

statement pieces, glam nights out, and a splash of Boudoir...But where does that leave your wardrobe?For a quick and easy solution, try updating your current look by adding a tailored piece; structured jackets and sky-scraper heels are a must-buy this season. A gorgeous pair of heels is an essential and gives any style that extra quality. We all want a bit of 'bounce' in our step too so liven up an outfi t by trying

different materials to give your look volume and energy - add metallics to an elegant look in order to give it that splash of rock 'n' roll. Have a nosy at the Givenchy and Jean Paul Gaultier's autumn 2009 Catwalks for tips and ideas on these styles. Be brave enough to stand out from the crowd on a night out in monochrome and muted colours; have your own Statement Style. Or for a more eye-catching 'WOW Factor' look go for darkened fl oral prints and experiment

with shapes. The Chanel autumn collection is very eclectic and easy to adopt, so check this out for all the latest hot trends.As for you men, this autumn is all about masculinity; go all out with suits and tuxedoes and personalize this look using thin ties, scarves or statement coats. The 'New Man' is a great style and can be found on the Armani and Versace catwalks.

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Shoot Co-ordinator: Christine Cartwright – Impact Models | Photography : Alex Petricca www.ap-photo.co.uk tel: 07912 149244 | Models: Daniel, Debbie & Joan @ Impact Models | Stylist: Charlotte Harper – Impact Models | Make up artist: Kate Smith – Impact Models Hair: Debbie styled by Andrea @ Barbara Daley Lime Street - 0151 709 7974 | Joan styled by Phil @ Voodoo Bold Street -0844 445 7889 Impact Models: www.impactmodelsagency.co.uk tel: 0151 495 2266 | Shot on location @ Myo, Tea Factory, Liverpool www.myouk.co.uk

Style Clinic – Allerton Road, Liverpool www.styleclinic.co.uk tel: 0151 735 1784 | Ally Mac – www.fashionbyallymac.co.uk | Flannels – Met Quarter | Links – Met Quarter | Moss- 42-44 Bold Street, Liverpool tel: 0844 8479348 | Kurt Geiger – Met Quarter | Kate Kuba – Met Quarter | Armani Exchange – Met Quarter | Lollipops – Clayton Square & Liverpool 1

Debbie wears: • Dress-Armani Exchange Met Quarter-£99.95• Bag-Lollipops Clayton Square-£42• Watch-Links Met Quarter-£6000• Ring-Links Met Quarter-£355

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Joan wears:• Dress-Limited Edition dress by American Retro from Style Clinic - £480• Shoes-Kate Kuba Met Quarter-£149

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NICE NETWORKINGNETWORKINGNETWORKINGNETWORKINGNETWORKING

How many times have you been introduced

to someone and they start rabbiting on about

their business –some of the time you don’t

even know what they are on about? Even

less interested in hearing in-depth about how

fantastic their widget is – personally I can’t wait

to get away!

Now, I appreciate that time is precious and you need to make the most of your time networking. What I would suggest is, rather than get a million cards

from people who - at the end of the day - will not remember you, it’s better to have a handful of people you have created an impression with. Ask them to tell you a little about themselves. They will probably

start telling you what they do, what they are selling and why it’s great. Act interested, maybe delve a little deeper. Ask a couple of questions that aren’t business-based. What kind of hobbies do you have? Do you have a family, or maybe you’re planning a nice holiday? Ask what would be useful for them to get out of tonight. See if there is a contact that may help them in some way or benefi t from what they are selling.

You have gone into networking with the right attitude, been genuinely interested in the person(s) you have met, struck up great rapport and maybe even thought of contacts for them. That’s only the beginning. No point in doing all this correctly and then letting the whole warm and friendly contact cool off. Once

you have fi nished

talking to the person, ask for their card. If they don’t have one, ask them to write down their details on the back of one of yours.Once you do part company, write down on their card something about them, a reminder of exactly who they are, for example: ‘Tall guy wearing dotty shirt’, or ‘woman with red bag - spoke about daughter Carrie and husband Cliff’. The

more you write down the better. I can assure you, the next day you will not be sure if Mike, Mark or Charles was the guy with the spotty shirt!Next day, send a handwritten card. Yes, a proper handwritten card – no email – no internet card either. Just a small card with a fl ower on or just the words ‘thank you’.

Packs of cards like these are available from many supermarkets at very little cost.Say something like: ‘It was great to meet you at....... Hope you managed to get home before Cliff was in bed, had a good holiday etc.Write your mobile number on the card and sign with your fi rst name only. If they can’t

remember you they will at least be intrigued (I have had calls to thank me for my cards).Five years on I have gone into offi ces of people

I have met through network events and my card is still pinned on the wall! Your real objective is to get another meeting where you can continue to build warm, long lasting relationships that will help your

business grow in more ways than the one-off sale.

Happy Networking!

Words by Jean Jones.

T: 07841204753

E: jeanjones@jjwealth.co.uk

www.jjwealth.co.uk

Many people think that networking is

an opportunity to sell face to face.

But it doesn’t work that way – not if

you want it to be effective.

networking

City Law Firm Celebrate 1st YearCriminal law fi rm Keaney Whitehead Partnership (KWP) founded by solicitors Thomas Keaney and Richard Whitehead celebrated

their fi rst birthday recently. The latest edition to Liverpool lawyers pride themselves on their reputation for providing high quality legal

advice for local people. The three partners, which include George White are all born and educated in Liverpool and are proud of their achievements coming from Kensington, Huyton and Toxteth. www.kwpsoliclitors.com

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MococoFashionable jeweller Mococo held their offi cial launch party recently in Metquarter

Liverpool. Guests were spoilt with champagne and chocolate coated strawberries and delights served by Café Rouge before taking advantage of exclusive jewellery brands such as Pandora and Thomas Sabo. The night didn’t stop there as guests then moved on to The Living Room for cocktails and an exclusive show of Mococo's new sparkly jewellery.

DLIBBusiness Oscars More than 200 of the city's business leaders gathered at Sefton Park's Palm House for the 5th Downtown Liverpool in Business (DLIB) Awards. The event, dubbed Liverpool’s business ‘Oscars’, rewards companies who have had an outstanding year, and have also demonstrated a long term commitment to the city. Winners included Restaurant Bar & Grill, CBG Group plc, Red Hot Media and Rathbone Investment Management Ltd www.downtownliverpool.com

Graeme Sharp (ex Everton striker) in the middle with guests

Amanda Harrington, Maureen Hooson the owner of Mococo

Thomas Keaney, Richard Whitehead, George White (KWP Partners)

Paul Knowles is one of the most invited movers and shakers in the City and reports on a variety of recent high profi le events you may have missed

Eddie Reed & Robert Preston Entwistle Group & Guests Jennie Bowan, Kate Jordan, Beverley Smith-Jagger (Director) and Emma Roberts from the Sellick Partnership

Thomas Keaney and Richard Whitehead (staff party in Bistro Pierre)

Richard Whitehead & Thomas Keaney (Outside Mathew St Offi ce)

Jim Hancock, Steve Broomhead and Kerry Clayton

Ken Tipton of Clarity Creation and Karen Deas Red PR

Paul Knowles is one of the most invited movers and shakers in the City and reports on a variety of recent high profi le events you may have missedPaul Knowles is one of the most invited movers and shakers in the City and reports on a variety of recent high profi le events you may have missed

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Hooka’s third birthdayChampagne was fl owing at trendy Wood Street salon, Hooka as they celebrated their third birthday. A host of TV stars turned out

including Coronation Street stars Brooke Vincent and Sacha Parkinson and Big Brother contestants Craig Phillips, Brian Belo, Mario Marconi and Lisa Appleton. Owner Dion Padan was also celebrating being named the nation’s favourite hairdresser www.hooka-uk.com

Paul Knowles is one of the most invited movers and shakers in the City and reports on a variety of recent high profi le events you may have missed

Award winning Beauty Spa PortiaPortia hair and beauty spa recently celebrated winning another award by hosting an event at their luxurious Duke Street Spa. Local football team Maritime FC turned up to thank Maureen Gillman and daughter Portia for sponsoring their new home and away kit and the players tried various treatments from the spas new sports therapist Marcus. Other treatments on offer were crystal clear facials, massages, spray tanning, waxing and the spa’s high tech laser machine to book an appointment call 0151 707 7797 or visit www.portialiverpool.com

Marcus Croman (Portia Sports Therapist), Jay Bores (Maritime FC) Portia staff with Maritime FC players.

Portia Gillman, Maritime FC players, Maureen Gillman

Dame Ellen Macarthur Raises The MastInternationally renowned yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur DBE sailed into Liverpool to offi cially open the Glaciere Sail Dive Centre

at Oakmere Community College, in Walton. Ellen MacArthur said: "I was really excited to be asked to open the new centre, which is providing some brilliant facilities for young people to go sailing and diving.” The Glaciere Sail Dive Centre will now allow Oakmere to provide further accredited learning and enrichment opportunities to disadvantaged 13-19 year olds in Merseyside, enabling them to progress to employment, education or training. Worth in the region of £500,000, the Glaciere Sail Dive Centre is exclusive to Merseyside and the only one of its kind in the UK. A full list of courses offered within the Glaciere Sail Dive Centre is available at www.oakmere.net. Alternatively, for further information on opportunities available at Oakmere Community College, contact Amy Fairclough on 0151 213 0194.

Dame Ellen navigated her way straight to the diving poolDame Ellen MacArthur DBE, Thomas Holmes, John Boyd, Genai Watts and Ben Hayes (Sports Co-ordinator at Oakmere Community College)

It's all aboard the Glaciere Centre

Louise Dybell (Portia Beauty Therapist), James Tohall (Maritime FC)

Ian Sadler (Hooka), Brooke Vincent and Sacha Parkinson (Coronation Street), Brian Belo, Dion Padan (Hooka),

Kris Donnelly, Lisa Appleton, Mario Marconi

Kris Donnelly (Big Brother), Dion Padan (Hooka) Ian Sadler (Hooka), Brian Belo (Big Brother), Dion Padan (Hooka)

Architects and property designers are getting all the more ambitious these days; programmes such as Channel 4’s ‘Grand Designs’ and Five’s ‘I Own Britain’s Best Home’ echo the growing nationwide demand and interest in what can be achieved with a little creativity and a lot of hard work.Zero-carbon homes are making a debut, alongside the many different guises of the eco-home and properties that make the most of the environment with lots of light, waste recycling plants, rain conversion systems and ground heat processing. These new concepts aren’t lacking in style either – many using eco-friendly materials such as cedar and maple, amongst others too.Here in Liverpool, the waterfront recently welcomed a new addition – the fi rst of several planned fl oating homes.

Banish the thought of quaint country barges – we’re talking large, penthouse style homes - that just happen to sit on water. Crowds gathered to watch an enormous crane delicately position the 80-ton property into the chilly waters of Queen’s Dock where it will assume its position as a national show home for similar custom-made properties.The idea – thought up by Wilmslow-based Floating Concepts – is one of many; the company have grand designs of their own for more apartment-style properties, but also larger family homes and even offi ces, shops and hotels.

Floating Concept’s chief executive and co-owner of Liverpool Marina, David Beard, said: “I am confi dent waterborne living will bring new life

to existing water space and provide exciting environments which are perfect for 21st century living.“Our aim is to dispel perceptions of water-based living as being restricted to narrow boats and show an alternative of aspirational living.”If fl oating homes don’t, well, fl oat your boat (sorry!) then maybe

you should think about designing your own home from scratch. If you could live in any home, what would it be? When I was younger I wanted a slide from my bedroom into a huge swimming pool

downstairs (I broached it with Dad but unsurprisingly I was told to go back to the drawing board) – but some people have gone further in their quest for bespoke living.From restoring striking structures such as windmills, churches and theatres – to renovating water towers and underground space, it seems the mindset of the 21st century Briton is one of exploration and discovery when it comes to creativity.Simon Dale, creator of the woodland home in Wales, designed and built his home for his family with the environment in mind. Set into

the hillside the home resembles an elfi n

dwelling, a fairytale cottage or troll's grotto – it’s fun, beautifully crafted and relies on nature to power it. Of his decision to go against the design grain, Simon says: “Our society is almost entirely dependent on the availability of increasing amounts of fossil fuel energy. For our energy consumption to decrease we must reduce consumption and dramatically increase the productivity of our land. “This will require developing infrastructure and skills to enable locally self-reliant living. The simplest, sustainable solutions involve small-scale permaculture type land management systems centred around individual or small groups of dwellings. “The house was built with maximum

regard for the environment and by reciprocation gives us a unique opportunity to live close to nature. Being your own 'have a go' architect is a lot of fun and allows you to create and enjoy something which is part of yourself and the land rather than, at worst, a mass produced box designed for maximum profi t and convenience of the

construction industry.”Watch this space for our next eco-issue where we delve into the world of the eco-home.

For weird and wonderful homes visit www.unusualhomes.

co.uk and see Simon’s creation at www.simondale.net and

Liverpool’s fl oating homes at www.fl oatingconcepts.co.uk

Heard about the old woman who lived in a shoe? Well if you venture over to Texas you’ll find a whole family living

in a pair of cowboy boots! Or take a trip to Wales and seek out the woodland wonderland that wouldn’t look out of

place in Lord of the Rings. Homes have ceased to be simply roofs over our heads – plots of land are blank canvasses

for the property exhibitionist and disused, dilapidated buildings are swirling beautiful castles to dreamers. Even on

our own doorstep people are getting creative with where they choose to call home. Words: Fliss Huxley

“It seems the mindset of the 21st century

Briton is one of exploration and creativity.”

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Who's that guy?Who's that guy or girl that stands there in the restaurant seemingly doing nothing apart from opening the odd bottle of wine and chatting with the diners?Hopefully they are a professional sommelier and should be a trusted source of knowledge to guests and a respected member of the establishment. A good sommelier should be schooled in oenology, spirits, waters, beers, well

the list is endless. Such knowledge can only be passed down. Fortunately for myself I was schooled by Professor Guiseppe Vaccarini(best sommelier of the world 1978). The most important thing I've learned from him, is that knowledge is key, but humility is the pre-requisite. An understanding of people goes a long way to being a successful sommelier. The sommelier might work from a list of 50 to 5000 different labels of wines, but be sure that he will

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It’s a hard job we have here in the food section of the magazine – gallivanting

across Merseyside, stuffing our gills with food from all the top recommended

eateries in the region. It’s a tough life. Tougher on our waistlines though...

Anyway – this issue we waggled our fingers in the lucky dip and drew three

corkers from the hat. The elegant execution of new classics at Blakes set the

bar for a trio of top evenings out and we weren’t disappointed. Chaophraya

has earned a sparkling rep over the region and won many national awards in

the process, and new kid on the block – Merchants Bar and Restaurant – looks

set to make waves on the Castle Street scene once again. As the nights close

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Hard Days Night Hotel, North John Street, Liverpool, L2 6RRTel: 0151 236 1964

A Beatles themed hotel has been a surprisingly long time coming in Liverpool – but they say that good things come to those who wait. The Hard Days Night Hotel is a tasteful homage to the fab four – affectionate nods to the band can be spotted everywhere from the ceiling decorations to cocktail names, but one thing that isn’t taken lightly is the quality. We arrived at adjoining Blakes restaurant (named after Sir Peter Blake, designer of the Sgt Peppers album cover) for dinner – a sexy, sleek space with the obligatory Beatles artwork, a bustling open kitchen and an eclectic customer base. Sipping the refreshing, light and dry English white (yup, you heard me right) – Denbies Flint Valley Dry White, NV Surrey (£23.00), we surveyed the menu. The fi rst thing that grabs your attention

is the twist in the tale of each meal. From standard beginnings are born delectable delights – a goats cheese starter is the norm these days; but one with an asparagus panacotta to accompany the ruby beetroot (£6.50) and fl ash of aged balsamic – well,

now we’re talking. Tang of cheese, mellow beetroot and delicate fl avour of the asparagus through the panacotta, delicious. My

friend enjoyed the richness of the duck patties, white truffl e

sausage and sautéed foie gras (£8.95) with spring onion and orange salad, in fact he barely uttered a word – thumbs up.The seared monkfi sh, atop a crushed, warm and intensely

buttery new potato and fennel salad (£22.95) was framed by a coral swirl of crayfi sh and chervil veloute and was every inch as

tasty, moreish, light and satisfying as one would hope. My dining partner’s Conway Valley lamb trio of braised shoulder, double cutlet and sweetbread, potato crisp, honey glazed vegetables and redcurrant jus (£24.95) was resplendent as it was delivered from the kitchen. A taste can confi rm it was lusciously pink

and heady with fl avour – and perfectly portioned for my hungry

companion.Feeling full, we requested a taster selection of desserts (£6-£7) – envisaging delicate morsels of saccharine loveliness – our stomachs groaned as we saw two plates laden with every dessert on the menu make its way towards us... I’d like to say we tasted a wee bit here and there. I’d be lying. Every dish was so utterly scrumptious that a napkin had to be placed over my friend’s white chocolate mousse for fear of spontaneous combustion. My particular favourites were the juicy passion fruit cheesecake and the rhubarb and rosewater lattice pie – ooh, and the mint truffl e profi terole. And maybe the apple and sultana

turnover. Oh, okay – all of them.

The Orchard57 Blundell Street, L1 0AJ

T: 0151 709 3060 www.theorchardliverpool.com

Merchants is Liverpool’s brand new restaurant on Castle Street. Formerly Room, Merchants has done a great job of putting its stamp on the high-domed Georgian space. The bar area has changed, now protruding into the middle of the room in a square which makes it more welcoming – think ‘Cheers’ but without the barfl ies. Sitting in a quiet corner we

looked at the impressive but thankfully jargon-free menu, pleasantly surprised by the variety of choice available.We nibbled on marinated olives and sun blushed tomatoes (£2.95) to whet our appetites before we dived into our food. On recommendation I ordered Tempura soft shell crab, radish and crab coleslaw, (£6.25). The crab was battered in its shell and arrived looking beautiful; a crisp, delicately battered crab, halved on top of a bed of homemade coleslaw. An absolutely stunning starter that has to be tried to believed, I would go as far as saying that this is the best start to a meal I have had dining in Liverpool (high praise indeed! – Ed). My friend went for pan fried king prawns, sushi fl avoured risotto (£6.95) which was everything you

would want from a prawn and risotto dish but without the wow factor of the crab (I'm sorry but it stole the day!). We chinked glasses to a bottle of Vin de Pays d'Oc Rothschild, Pinot Noir from France (£18.95). A warm, rich red with an aromatic bouquet – and perfectly complemented our main course choices. My friend’s pork belly, crushed butternut squash with tomato and

chorizo chutney (£12.95) was a tasty lattice-topped hunk of pork belly, fresh vegetables in cabbage leaf parcels and a stunning quenelle of the chutney. A fl avour-

fi lled dish that

looked and tasted delicious. The 8oz beef fi llet made a beeline for my place-setting; served

with homemade chunky chips, air dried tomato (£21.95) and smokey onion rings (£2.50). When I cut into the 2" thick tender fi llet I knew this was no ordinary steak. The tower of

chips and the delicately battered onion rings were a great accompaniment.Suitable stuffed we decided to go halves on the tiramisu with coffee ice cream (£4.50) portioned hugely and served in a way I hadn't seen before - the tiramisu served in a large cappuccino cup and the ice cream in a tiny espresso cup - absolutely delish!Overall, the food was superb, price was fantastic for the excellent quality, service was personal and attentive and the atmosphere oozed luxury and grandeur. A must visit place that is sure to be a complete success.

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have a knowledge of all those wines.I'm often asked: “How do you know and retain so much information?” The answer will always remain, “I've been doing this a long time.” You can learn so much from a book, but continual tasting and the absorption of that information will only come with time.I've been fortunate to have worked in three leading hotels of the world and have helped train hundreds of waiting staff, but sharing what I know has been the main reason I have remained in the hospitality industry.

I've been at Malmaison Liverpool for nearly two years now. As I approach 40 years old I'm still treading the fl oor and

enjoying it, that's the way I want it – still working, doing what I love and at the highest level. Come down sometime, even if it's just for a chat about wine, you don't have to be an expert, wine is for everyone.

Pavlos Shakas, Head Sommelier

Malmaison Liverpool. Tel: 0151 229 5000.

CHAOPHRAYA15-16 KENYON STEPS, PARADISE STREET, LIVERPOOL ONE

0151 707 6323

Thai cuisine is the new pan-Asian; people will often ask “Where you off to for dinner? That new Thai place? Ooh I love Thai food.” And we do – there’s something colourful and exotic and not wholly familiar about the methods, ingredients, combinations and culture of Thai cuisine, but it’s one us Brits are eager to get to know. With this in mind, we looked forward to our jaunt to the Thai joint of all Thai joints, Chaophraya (which I’m reliably told is pronounced Chow-pie-ia) up on Liverpool ONE’s gastronomic top level. We sat amidst the hustle and bustle of a surprisingly busy Thursday night service – and the open kitchen is truly that. Wall to wall windows, jam-packed with immaculately dressed staff and steam pluming from the many pans on the go. We sat downstairs, but on a trip to the ladies (fi rst fl oor)I was amazed at

the Koi carp pond, the spectacular walled aquariums and private dining box for larger groups – it’s a must see, and must-book!To food. Starving and indecisive after looking at the impressive menu, it was concluded that a set menu would be the sensible choice. There are a few to choose from, ours (including starters and mains – a total of 12 different dishes) was on the pricier

end at £30 per person, but well worth it. A starter platter arrived with three sauces to dunk and swipe the skewered chicken, marinated prawns, minced Thai fi shcake and spring

rolls. Each morsel was as delicately fl avoured as the next –

the contrasting fl avours hit the spot and proved that it is the

complexities of Thai cuisine that delight. Hubbie and I tucked into the platter with gusto and soon the lemongrass-tinged, coconut and chilli fragrant remnants were whisked away to make room for our mains. All were marvellous – I would highly recommend the Gaeng Massaman Gae lamb dish, so utterly moreish and light I could have tucked into it all night. Other highlights were the enormous King prawns; rare and sizzling sirloin steak, fatly sliced and showered in Thai herbs. Choo Chee was fabulous; fresh fi llet of seabass, swimming in a

sea of thick, creamy curry sauce. This could easily feed three or four people, and if you’re with a mixed crowd then the set menus offer the perfect solution.We managed to squeeze in a good few mouthfuls of deep-fried ice cream (coconut for me, chocolate for him – around £4-5) but soon had to call time on our evening for fear of ice-cream induced mania. We’ll be back!

ABSOLUTE BEST in & around Liverpool

Bars & Restaurants

THE MONRO92-94 Duke St, L1 5AG

Tel: 0151 707 9933

Email: mail@themunro.com

Liverpool's premier gastropub.

A wide selection of organic

wines and real ales adds to

the unique experience while

the warmth of their hospitality

and welcome is renowned.

NINE DRAGONS9 Altway, Aintree, L10 3JA

T: 0151 520 0282

This modern friendly

restaurant offers quality

Peking and Cantonese style

cuisine. (20% off all takeaway

meals from menu.)

CHAMELEON7-9 Back Colquitt Street,

Liverpool, L1 4NL

www.chameleonbar.co.uk

One of Liverpool’s newest and

best bars. At Chameleon they

aim to chill, thrill and entice

you. Whatever your mood,

rest assured, you’ll be in a

good place.

60 HOPE STREET Hope Street, L1 9BZ

T: 0151 707 6060,

www.60hopestreet.com

Located in Liverpool's creative

arts quarter, this is refl ected in

its diverse menu. An elegant

dining experience in one of

the city's most established

venues.

MELLO WINE BAR & BISTRO167-169 Allerton Road

T: 0151 724 6655

With a laid back and ambient

feel, great wine, and even

better food. Absolutely

brilliant night guaranteed.

WESTMINSTER TEA ROOMS165 Lord St, Southport, PR8 1PF

Tel: 01704 540066

www.southportgb.com

Offering All Day Breakfasts,

traditional meals, lunches,

afternoon teas. Open

10.00am - 6.00pm. 7 days a

week

HARD DAYS NIGHTCentral Buildings, North John

Street, Liverpool, L2 6RR.

T: 0151 243 2121.

www.harddaysnighthotel.com

Award winning restaurant

Blakes offers an A La

Carte Menu locally sourced

and organic produce.

THE ORCHARD57 Blundell Street, L1 0AJ

T: 0151 709 3060

www.theorchardliverpool.com

The Orchard is a country

pub-style restaurant and

cider tavern spread over two

fl oors of an old spice mill on

Blundell Street situated in

Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle.

MERCHANTS BAR & RESTAURANT62 Castle Street, City Centre.

T: 0151 702 7897

E: dining@62castlest.com

Opening10 August 09.

Introductory offer for all

readers 50% off your total

food bill*. Valid until 31st

August. *terms and conditions apply

LA CUBANITA2 Campbell Square, Liverpool.

L1 5AX

T: 0151 709 5335

www.lacubanita.co.uk

Buena Vista Social Club

returning to Liverpool on 31st

October - after show party at

La Cubanita.

STUDIO2Parr Street Studios, L1 4JN

T: 0151 707 1050

www.parrstreet.co.uk

THIS is the studio where

Coldplay, Take That & the

Spice Girls recorded. If your

yet to visit this layedback

hidden gem then your in for a

treat. Drinks, food and music.

ZELIGS8 Thomas Steers Way.

Liverpool ONE. L1 8LW.

T: 0151 709 7097

www.zeligs.co.uk

Zeligs is set in a vast New

York style warehouse space

and serves perfectly authentic

Italian dishes.

ITALIAN CLUB FISH85 Bold Street, Liverpool City

Centre, L1 4HF

T: 0151 707 2110

www.theitalianclubliverpool.co.uk

The menu offers a range

of authentic Italian fi sh and

seafood dishes in a relaxed

and rustic location.

CHAOPHRAYA5-6 Kenyon Steps

Liverpool ONE, L1 3DF

T: 0151 707 6323

www.chaophraya.co.uk

Thai Restaurant offering Royal

Thai cuisine in fi ne dining

surroundings, experience

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The Liverpool Food and Drink Festival was a long time coming but is now establishing itself as one of the top dates in the foodie calendar. Over fi fty of the city’s top bars and

restaurants have signed up for this year’s gourmand gala which is set to be a corker. Well known local and national eateries such as The London Carriage Works, Wagamama, Panoramic and Italian Club Fish are the latest establishments to sign up for the annual event which will launch this year on 13 September at Sefton Park.The week-long festival will delight thousands of visitors with constant supplies of culinary wonder – from a la carte fi ne dining

to rustic home cooking – and let’s not forget something to wash it all down with! Cooking demonstrations will entertain as much as the live music and whilst the kids play in the designated area, you can nip off for refreshment in one of the many beer tents.Vince Margiotta, whose Il Forno and Sapporo brands are amongst those sponsoring the event, said: “Slowly we are building a festival to be reckoned with. Our aim is to be lauded as one of the UK’s major food and drink festivals in years to come.”Following on from the success of the Liverpool food and Drink Festival is the wonderful Bold Street Festival – organised and established by the Bold Street Traders Association in the name of one of Liverpool’s most quirky, original, independent and interesting streets. Whilst a few big chains have made their mark on the street, it has done little to budge the small independent shops and companies, standing fi rm and forming their own

working community.The Bold Street Festival 2009 celebrates just that – a festival of independence and originality, and organisers urge people to stop by and enjoy the day on 26 September. There will be everything from Tai Chi and yoga demonstrations, live music and raffl es to

in-store discounts, a popcorn stand and samples from the bars

and eateries on the street.Utility’s manager, Kate Cowie, explained: “Bold Street Festival is to celebrate the independence and uniqueness that you rarely fi nd in city centres any more.

Bold Street benefi ts from a

host of independent specialist retailers and it was felt that

collectively we have a much stronger voice and can reinforce the identity of the street locally, regionally, nationally and perhaps as important internationally.”New shops are opening all the time on Bold Street and the festival organisers hope to draw attention to both old and new on the 26th September. Festival spokesman, Rich Pontefract of Another Media, said: “The festival really emulates what Bold Street is all about – it celebrates its broad appeal to all manner of customers. The festival’s funded solely by the Bold Street Traders Association and champions

what is of, and about, the city of Liverpool.”Kate agrees: “Small festivals can be extremely infl uential in

helping create quarters or districts to develop a stronger identity and thus help city centres be more distinctive. They can inject vitality, a sense of theatre, fun and entertainment to shoppers and visitors alike.“The Bold Street Festival also highlights Liverpool’s cultural heritage and will promote new business and footfall to this historic and dynamic area of the city.”For more information on The Liverpool Food and Drink

Festival, please visit www.liverpoolfoodanddrinkfestival.

co.uk or call 0151 522 9362. For more information on the

Bold Street Festival please visit www.visitboldstreet.com

LOCAL LOVELIES

“Small festivals can be extremely

influential in helping create quarters or

districts to develop a stronger identity.”

New seasons mean a whole load of new events and festivals – hurrah!

This September Liverpool welcomes a whole host of evenings, events

and festivals to the city and The Liverpool Lifestyle Magazine couldn’t

be happier. We look at two of our faves for the upcoming weeks –

the delectable Liverpool Food and Drink Festival and one of the best

shopping streets in the city – Bold Street – that will host its very own

independent festival. We can’t wait!

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Every issue we look at the cultural goings

on all over. CULTUREIf you’ve yet to clock interior design consultancy, MYO, then make sure you make a beeline for them next time you’re in the city. The brand new bespoke offi ce and display

studio showcases a stunning tribute to quality interior fashion and technology, and highlights that the team are true experts in their fi eld. Check out our fashion

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Local art consultancy and gallery, dot-art, will host a striking exhibition of sculptural works and drawings by the celebrated local artist, Tony Evans. He is perhaps best known for his piece, ‘Inspiration’ – a huge winged horse commissioned by Liverpool Community College for their Myrtle Street centre in 2008. Tony specialises in animals in action using mainly copper and bronze (often recycled) and the work is a result of hours of intense concentration and physical effort. His spectacular work captures the spirit, energy and splendour of a whole menagerie of animals – from frogs to a magnifi cent life size Bengal tiger.

All work is for sale and admission is free. The exhibition is open to the public at dot-art, 16 Queen Ave, Castle St, 12-6pm Mon-Fri and by appointment. The exhibition is open from 14 Sept – 16th Oct. Please see www.dot-art.com or call 0845 017 6600 for more details.

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Abandon Normal Devices (AND) is a new festival that welcomes audiences to experience the best in new cinema and media art in a celebration that spills from screens and galleries into the streets and imaginations of the North West. The festival debut will take place in Liverpool this 23-27 September. Visitors should expect an eclectic array of screenings, installations, online projects, public realm interventions, workshops and live events, with a distinctive emphasis on ideas and discussion.AND exists to create a space where artists and fi lmmakers can

offer striking new perspectives, and visitors can enjoy, discuss and interact with ideas, in a festival that questions the normal and champions a different approach.For more information please visit www.andfestival.org .uk.

PENGUINS READY FOR INVASIONAlways with our fi nger on the pulse, we reported back in issue 11 about a wintery penguin

invasion set to hit the city. Well, readers, we were right! As part of the Go Penguins project for the Winter Trail, over 100 friendly fellows will fl ood the city – and a small colony will make their

way across the public transport network. An early arrival of one of the colony, nicknamed Perry, was spotted recently on board the famous Mersey Ferries. Councillor Mark Dowd, chair of Merseytravel, welcomed the arrival on board Royal Iris Ferry. He said: “We are proud to support this project which draws together the themes of art and the environment in such an imaginative way.“The Superlambananas captured the public imagination so spectacularly last year and we hope Go Penguins will do likewise.”From mid-November, colonies of small and large penguins will be on display for seven weeks in a special city centre trail. For more information please visit www.gopenguins.co.uk

Lavazza, Italy’s favourite coffee is sponsoring London Fashion Week, being held at Somerset House. To celebrate, Lavazza is giving 2 lucky readers the chance to indulge in a rare fashion experience by winning a pair of tickets for a day at London Fashion Weekend (24th-27th September). The lucky individuals will be part of an exclusive creative hub of designers, buyers and fashionistas who will be able to buy designer goodies at discounted prices. To start the day in style Lavazza has organised free London Fashion Weekend goody bags for all Lavazza ticket winners, allowing you to take a piece of LFW home.

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We all want to put our own stamp on things – it’s most people’s desire to want to stand out from the crowd, now the opportunity for you to do just that is available at Domo Design Liverpool Ltd.All of our sofas can be tailored to your requirements, no matter what size, colour or fabric, we offer the highest quality materials, advice, knowledge and skill that result in beautiful pieces for your home. This is exclusive service at its fi nest – as owner, Steve Doyle,

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and only the very best will do for Domo Design’s customers who are after that something extra. Additionally, we cover everything you could want for your home; including dining furniture, curtains, wall coverings and much more. Everything can be created or sourced directly from us, with minimum stress or hassle for our customers.The company has already caught the eye of several notable customers – from footballers to high profi le business people,

Domo Design Liverpool Ltd attracts discerning people who know what they want, and all they’re missing are the tools to make it happen, which is where the furniture experts come in.Luxurious fabrics are sourced from the fi nest suppliers in Europe;

sumptuous, soft, rich fabrics and leather that complement the specifi c designs of the customer and add the fi nal fl ourish to a

stunning aesthetic composition.This month, Domo celebrates its own revamp and re-launch – extending its services to encompass everything a customer could want when furnishing their home. The showroom highlights some of the possibilities available, but really this is the tip of the iceberg.

Everything that passes through the doors of this elite company is an original. “People are amazed at the possibilities when they come to speak to us – we can cater for every taste and pride ourselves on the quality of our service. You have to see it to believe it, but if you have an idea – no matter what it is – we can discuss it and set about creating it.”With suppliers and furniture sourced from high-end companies such as Jet Class and Refl ex, Domo Design Liverpool Ltd prides

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PRESENTATION

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Business is all about selling;

products, topics, or concepts.

When making a business

presentation the most important

thing is to know your material. If you

don’t know everything about what

you are selling then it’s not likely

that the audience will be buying.

Keep your audience focused

and interested. Making effective

business presentations takes

practice, but with the following tips

up your sleeve, you’ll be ready to

take on the challenge... Words: Annabel Farley

business

Use Key Phrases About Your Topic

Seasoned presenters use key phrases and include only essential information. Choose only the top three or four points about your topic and make them consistently throughout the delivery. Simplify and limit the number of words on each screen. Try not to use more than three bullet points per slide. The surrounding space will make it easier to read.

Slide Layout is Important

Make your presentation slides easy to follow. Put the title at the top of the slide where your audience expects to fi nd it. Phrases

should read left to right and top to bottom. Keep important information near the top of the slide. Often the bottom portions of slides cannot be seen from the back rows because heads are in the way.

Limit Punctuation and Avoid All Capital Letters

Punctuation can needlessly clutter the slide and the use of all capitals makes statements more diffi cult to read and is like

SHOUTING at your audience!

Avoid Fancy Fonts

Choose a font that is simple and easy to read such as Ariel, Verdana or Times New Roman. Avoid script type fonts as they are hard to read on screen. Use, at most, two different fonts – perhaps one for headings and another for content. Keep all fonts large enough (at least 24pt and preferably 30pt) so that people at the back of the room will be able to easily read what is on the screen.

Use Contrasting Colours For Text and Background

Dark text on a light background is best, but avoid white backgrounds – tone it down by using beige or another light colour that will be easy on the eyes. Dark backgrounds are effective to show off company colours or if you just want to dazzle the crowd. In that case, be sure to make text a light colour for easy reading. Keep your colour scheme consistent throughout your presentation.

Use Slide Designs Effectively

When using a design theme (PowerPoint 2007) or design template (earlier versions of PowerPoint), choose one that is appropriate for the audience. A clean, straightforward layout is best if you are presenting to business clientele. Select one that is full of colour and contains a variety of shapes if your presentation is aimed at young children.

Limit the Number of Slides

Keeping the number of slides to a minimum, ensures that the presentation will not become too long or drawn out. It also avoids the problem of continually changing slides during the presentation that can be a distraction to your audience. On average, about one slide per minute is about right.

Use Photos, Charts and Graphs

Combining photos, charts and graphs and even embedding digitised videos with text, will add variety and keep your audience interested in the presentation. Avoid having text only slides.

Avoid Excessive Use of Slide Transitions and Animations

While transitions and animations can heighten your audience’s interest in the presentation, too much of a good thing can distract them from what you are saying. Remember, the slide show is meant to be a visual aid, not the focus of the presentation. Keep animations consistent in the presentation by using animation schemes and apply the same transition throughout the presentation.

Make Sure Your Presentation Can Run On Any Computer

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I M P A C T

Here at The Liverpool Lifestyle

Magazine, we like to champion local

independent businesses that work

hard to promote a positive image of

the city.

Despite a tough economic year for the UK, Liverpool continues to move forward creatively and commercially. It is the spirit and originality of the companies and initiatives involved that continue to be the driving force behind Liverpool’s unique character.

Another Media is one such company. Based in Liverpool the organisation has adapted to change and has offers a range of activities including promotional distribution, design, print, publicity and events.Formed in 2007, the company was set up as a collective, with a core team of full-time staff, and also links with a number of freelancers with different backgrounds who are able to utilise the company structure and facilities to deliver their own projects.Current clients are varied but include Tate Liverpool, Africa Oye, CALM, BBC Big Screen and Baa Bar Corporation, to name but a few!Another Media are currently working on a new project, in partnership with LARC and other relevant parties, to install bespoke leafl et stands into all of the

major arts organisations on Merseyside. These stands will only contain the print

of each of the involved partners, and is an initiative to encourage cohesion and cross-pollination amongst the aforementioned arts organisations, and enhance the visitor experience to Merseyside itself.The project will come to full fruition in September 2010, with 30 stands being installed across venues in the region. Spokesman for Another Media, Richard Pontefract, comments:"We are really proud to be working with such venerable institutions as the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and The Bluecoat Arts Centre on such a worthwhile project. Merseyside has so much to offer for arts and culture consumers, and it is great to be able to play an integral part in promoting these sites." Keep your eyes peeled for the Culture Box invasion this September onwards...

NOT JUST ANOTHER MEDIA COMPANY...

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It takes a brave lady to bare all in front of a camera, but that’s exactly what happened when mother of four, Sharon Harper, put out a call for women to star in her new calendar. The women

who made the fi nal cut come from a variety of backgrounds, are

different ages, heights, shapes and sizes. However, they all share one thing; each woman has had their lives affected by cancer. Many have lost friends and relatives to the disease. A few are still fi ghting it.

Sharon approached photographer, Andrew John, and together the Housewives in Art calendar was born. A collection of beautiful nude shots were masterfully altered to replicate classics from artists such as Degas and Vecchio, and the result is a touching, intimate and poignant collection – showing women at both their strongest and most vulnerable.Of her idea, Sharon explains: “My inspiration of the calendar was the realisation that at some point in everyone’s life they’d be told that either they or someone close to them had cancer.“We wanted to use real women for whom taking part in this project would involve overcoming their own insecurities about their bodies. Posing naked is an incredibly brave thing to do – but all of these women recognise that it is nothing in comparison with battling cancer.”Did you know that there are more than 200 types of cancer – each with different causes, symptoms and treatments? Each year in the UK around 293,600 new cases of cancer are diagnosed – meaning most UK citizens have been directly or closely affected by

the disease. Countless fundraising initiatives go far to fund the extensive research into the improvement of cancer drugs, treatments and a cure, but charities like Cancer Research UK need constant funding to carry on with their vital work – and projects like Housewives in Art to raise awareness.Andrew, photographer and creator, also had a vested interest in the project: “I lost my mother to cancer and felt strongly that a creative project that would result in money being raised for Cancer Research was something I wanted to be involved in.

“The whole experience has been totally inspiring. Creating this calendar has been a journey for all of us – and the courage that these women have shown throughout has amazed me.”Local councillor, MP candidate and broadcaster, Debi Jones also lent her support by stripping off for her own portrait – admitting it was something she had never envisaged doing: “The last time I came close to anything like this was on stage in the Pyjama Game in my twenties!” she exclaimed. But after talking to Sharon and Andrew, Debi decided it was something that she couldn’t turn down. “I enjoyed it immensely. It was a great experience and very professionally done – I didn’t feel nervous at all; in fact on the set there were only two people – myself and Sharon – until Andrew came in to shoot.“It is for such an extremely good cause, and every photograph was very tastefully done for everyone involved. The calendar was such a good idea, too – the WI’s Calendar Girls was the fi rst of its kind

but there have subsequently been an awful lot of copycats; this was something totally different, and very good.”Andrew adds: “I have worked with premier football players, rugby stars and celebrities, but no-one has inspired me like these women. I feel privileged to have worked with them.”To purchase the Housewives in Art 2010 calendar, please visit

www.cancerresearch.org or www.andrewjohnphotography.

co.uk Alternatively, please call 0151 527 2065. For further

details please visit www.womeninart.co.uk

WOMEN IN ART

One lady with a vision to create something beautiful out of an ugly disease has succeeded in her quest. Sharon Harper, along with photographer Andrew John, has spearheaded a campaign to raise awareness, funds and smiles through the Housewives in Art calendar production for charity Cancer Research UK. The calendar depicts the ladies in replications of classic nude artwork and is itself, a work of art. The bravery of the women involved in the project, and those they posed for, is truly inspiring. We bring you the story of LiverpoolÊs own calendar girls.

Nicola Manlows poses in 'Spa' by Steve Hanks

Debbie Jones poses in Woman Standing in Front of a Mirror by Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg

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I boarded the plane en route to our family summer holiday. Having worked non stop. Lost some weight (don't be ridiculous!) Anyone that knows me would say the same. I'm currently two stone

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there is a surprisingly easy fi x for enzyme defi ciencies - I'll keep this

brief so as not to bore you here - eating 70% raw food increases cellular enzyme levels as much as tenfold in 4 days, and sticking with the plan for 10 days as I have (respect!?) fl oods the body with

so many enzymes and nutrients that the pancreas and liver are able to focus on eliminating toxins and converting stored fat into usable energy. This optimises metabolism producing the fastest (and easiest) weight loss you'll ever experience: Skin looks great AND I've lost most of my cellulite - move over ULRIKAKAKAKAAA! September is an ideal month to complete a raw food detox plan since supermarkets are overfl owing with what you need to succeed

- a huge variety of delicious fruit and veg. And the bountiful produce that's available right now is seasonal and so at its enzyme rich, nutrient-dense peak. Another very valid point I learned from our American friends in their research is that the summer's ample sunshine (yes ample here in Florida, ha ha!) signifi cantly increases

the body's production of vitamin D and seratonin. These key compounds stabilise blood sugar, reduce appetite and dampen carb cravings by as much as 81% making it far easier to stick to a healthy eating plan, so maybe start this during hot weather or after a summer holiday. OK, let's get down to what I ate; for 10 days I have stuck to 70% raw foods, including unlimited fruit, veg, nuts, sprouts and seeds. I ate as much as I liked whenever I liked; I, greedy guts Willcox, wasn't hungry and the weight fell off me. Note to all, something I preach to all my clients, enjoy your fruit in the morning as the body's ability to fl ush trapped fl uids and toxins and metabolise

stored fats peak between 6am and noon, so fi ll up in the morning.

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This article was going to be an abundance of the benefits of homemade soups, but as I'm sitting here on a dock in the Keys in sunny Florida, the thought of soups and chilly weather is too depressing to contemplate folks. Sorry. It’s all about me, because guess what? I've just lost 15 lbs in 10 days in 90 degree heat surrounded by azure blue ocean. Let me tell you a story, as Max Bygraves would say, are we sitting comfortably?

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individual lifestyle, personality, face-shape and hair type. The salon maintains a high standard of training throughout its stylists and trainees – who are sent to some of the UK’s top academies, and who have consistently won top awards for their skills, including the Paul Mitchell Colour Trophy and many local competitions. The salon’s work is also regularly covered by many national and international publications.Offering late night openings for customer convenience, the salon is dedicated to creating "The Ultimate Experience" based on a desire to offer modern creative hairstyles. With a state of the art shampoo area, luxurious seating, a free range of refreshments and sophisticated surroundings over two fl oors, what's not to love? This hair experience will leave you feeling refreshed, fabulous and ready to take on the world, making Bobbers Hairdressing ideal for a day full of preening, pampering and perfecting. Go on – treat yourself!

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decorated light and airy with crisp white fl oor tiles. The oval sandcast mirrors are all hand made. There is an amazing beaded curtain that helps to separate the shampoo area, and a feature wall with purple boutique style wallpaper.Caroline is building up a strong team starting with Dawn Palliser, who worked with her in the city centre. They both share the same philosophy in hair. Together they have more than 30 years experience, both specializing in all aspects of hairdressing, Dawn is particularly well known for her Bridal and long hair work.

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You see, I think we have it all wrong when it comes to New Year’s resolutions. If this year was a play or movie, at this point in time,

heading towards the last quarter of the year, we’d be at the beginning the ‘Final Act’ – the little quiet before the most exciting bit.Even if you aren’t a student of the dramatic arts, you may still be aware that in the standard story-telling form, there are three main ‘acts’ or sections. The fi rst introduces the characters in

their everyday situations and leads us through an intertwining of their stories into one coherent tale around a central shared issue, theme or problem. The second act then involves how the characters are called or pulled, because of that central point, from those normal lives into a situation that requires them to question the way things are and grow or change in some way. And in many of what I’d mark as the best tales, there’s also an ‘inversion’ or crisis; a point at which doubts creep in and the level of commitment and determination required to get through to the end is revealed to be even greater than fi rst thought – where doubts creep

in, emotions are high and it looks as though all may be lost.And then comes the fi nal act, usually preceded by a slight lull or

dip as the protagonists gather themselves and plan for the fi nal

push to the climactic moments and the denouement to follow. That’s where we’re at now in the annual calendar – the slight lull before the fi nal push.

You see, it’s NOW that the plans are really made to create the success that the major characters are after and, if there’s a sequel to be had, it’s also in this fi nal act that the seeds begin

to be sown and hints made as to what might follow. It’s rare, if ever, that the plans are made at the very beginning and, if they are, they’ve usually been abandoned by the second act because they didn’t work. More to the point, if you think about your favourite movies or plays, the plans that succeed are often quite the opposite of what would’ve been produced by the character’s original mindset.When it comes to New Year’s resolutions – the beginning of the

movie of your life for that year – how often have you abandoned plans made in January by the ‘end of the fi rst act’ or before? I

think it’s because they’re made in a rush at the wrong time, after the madness and excitement of the holiday season. Or - they come from the way we’ve been thinking in previous years and we didn’t give enough thought to them and whether they are what are best, or we’re just doing them because we ought to.The best time for planning those resolutions is right NOW. We’ve had the fi rst and second acts to refl ect on already and there’s

often that little lull in many people’s lives post-summer (unless you’re a teacher, in which case, a few weeks back might’ve been more suitable- sorry!). We now know what’s worked so far and what hasn’t and are probably better placed than at any other time of year to decide what’s best to do for the year’s fi nal act

and make plans for our sequel – 2010!There’s also another great reason to sort out your plans and begin to take action on them now – when it comes to the end of the year, you’ll already have done something and got some momentum up so that - even if you coast through the holidays - it’ll be so much easier to get going again in the New Year.So, how will your story of 2009 end? “Happily ever after”..? “To Be Continued”..? Or perhaps some other way that, if you think about it now, would set the scene for a sequel like no other?Remember, it’s your story, so it is entirely up to you. Just do yourself a favour and make that choice now, in the little quite before the fi nal rush.

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LIFE IN FILMWords: Steve Wooding

IÊd like to talk about New YearÊs

Resolutions. Yes, I know weÊre not

even into autumn properly yet and

Christmas is still months away, but

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The futuristic gleam of the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral can be seen for miles ! its space-age design catching the eye of commuters, tourists and locals alike. Its incorporation of cubism, modernism and vast vibrant swathes of colour make the interior something of a masterpiece and has attracted visitors far and wide. The spectacular design ! inside and out ! is truly something to behold and the design and build of such an iconic structure is a testament to LiverpoolÊs creative spark and forward-thinking. We delved into the colourful historic world of the cityÊs Catholic home.

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The Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral cuts an impressive fi gure in

the city’s skyline – but only a couple of centuries ago it would have been a seemingly impossible dream to have such a striking place of Catholic worship in the UK, let alone Liverpool.Cathedral Dean, Canon Anthony O’Brien, spoke to The Liverpool Lifestyle Magazine about the importance of the cathedral to the city. He said: “The cathedral as the seat (cathedra) of the Archbishop of Liverpool is a spiritual home to Catholics of this whole region and as well as being the venue for important services within the Diocese.“Along with our sister cathedral at the other end of Hope Street we are an integral part of the life of the city. To complete the picture, every week, we welcome thousands of tourists and visitors to our building.”The Irish potato famine of 1847 saw Liverpool’s Catholic population shoot up dramatically, this – coupled with the restoration of the hierarchy - gave Catholics renewed confi dence and a voice in a city

that was prepared to listen.The fi rst commission to design a Catholic cathedral for the city was

in 1853 and entrusted to Edward Welby Pugin. The striking design, incorporating a dominant central steeple, was partly fi nished and

formed the Lady Chapel where it stood for a century before being demolished in the 1980s.A site was found on Brownlow Hill – the former Poor Law Institution or Work House – which had been a shelter for the destitute and desolate people of the city for over 150 years. In 1941 Sir Edward Lutyens was commissioned to build a cathedral here that contrasted with the impressive Anglican Cathedral that was in progress on the other side of the aptly named Hope Street.WWII halted the progress, and Lutyens’ designs were deemed over-ambitious and complex – leaving only the Crypt in the present cathedral. The design was scaled down and re-jigged by Adrian Gilbert Scott – brother of Giles, architect for the Anglican Cathedral – in 1953, and it was this interception that paved the way for the structure we see today.Fast forward seven years, and a worldwide call was put out for imaginative designers and architects hungry for a challenge. The remit was to design a cathedral for Liverpool which would relate to the existing crypt, be capable of construction within fi ve years,

cost no more than £1m (relative to 1960), and express the new spirit of the liturgy. Of the 300 entrants, it was the design of Sir Frederick Gibberd that struck a chord with the panel, and building began in 1962. The cathedral of 2009 is undoubtedly a place of

joyous worship, impassioned faith and community spirit – Liverpool has put its mark inside the cathedral where the enormous central space is circled by ten chapels, each as individual as the next. The magnifi cent central tower sends rainbow lights in a shower of colour,

lighting up an immense space and somehow giving it a feeling of warmth and safety. Canon O’Brien agrees: “I love the sense of light and colour which this creates within the building, which changes throughout the day... The circular shape with no internal columns or pillars means that even when the building is full everyone has an unrestricted view of the central space and that all have a sense of being gathered together as a community, feeling part of the services that take place here.”The innovative design of the Cathedral bells, entrance and steps, open the building out to the city – welcoming all walks of life to enjoy a spiritual home, immersed in a history as rich as its tapestries. You can contact the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral on 0151 709 9222. Alternatively please email enquiries@metcathedral.org.uk

Upcoming events:

Thursday 24 September 2009- Friday 25 September 20093.00pm – 3.00pm Visit of the relics of St Therese of Lisieux

Saturday 26 September 2009 2.00pm-4.00pm‘Memories’ - an afternoon of fl ower arranging and demonstrations

given by Molly Houghton. Price per ticket is £8.50 (£7.50 for Cathedral Friends) this includes afternoon tea (home made scones and home made jam).

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Each child’s reaction to starting a new school will be different but it’s important to plan ahead to ensure any problems are headed off or addressed at the outset.

Most schools have programs and literature in place to help parents deal with this process. Induction evenings and taster days, usually held at the end of the summer term, are all designed to help parents prepare for the changes ahead and for the children to settle in more quickly.Here are some tips to help you and your child adjust during those fi rst few weeks of term.

Be positive and try to hide any of your own anxieties. Give your child plenty of reassurance.Remind your child that all the other children in their class will be feeling the same way. Get to know your child’s new teacher. Hopefully you may have already met them through an induction event but if not then organise a short meeting. Remember it is going to take time for your child to settle in and for your family to establish a new routine. Keeping a consistent routine will help everyone cope. Ask your child about their day at school and make time to discuss what has been going on. Try to focus on the positive aspects and monitor issues over time rather than react to them as soon as they arise. Be prepared for a mixture of emotions over the fi rst few weeks.

Help your child be prepared by encouraging them to organise

what they need for school each day. Help them pack their bag each night and make it a routine before TV or bed or just after tea. Go through their timetable to help them get used to organising their week.Keep an eye on homework, there will a bit a lot more of it! Help them manage this increased pressure by providing a quiet space in which to work undisturbed by others.Your child will be expected to work more independently so

they should be encouraged gradually to work on their own.They will be emotionally worn out, so no late nights but lots of treats.Use the weekends to try and establish new friends. Get to know other parents in your child’s class. Encourage your child to

keep in touch with old friends who may have gone to a different school. Attend school events and do not wait for the fi rst parents

evening to address any problems.

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transition is often from primary to secondary school where children suddenly find themselves

back at the bottom of hierarchical ladder. Parents are expected to step back and give their

child a greater degree of independence; therefore letting go can also be an issue.

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Initially this can seem a lot, but with a bit of planning is easily achievable, and the benefi ts will help you look and feel great inside and

out. Here are a few ideas to help you achieve your fi ve a day, and

remember you can always eat more when I lived in Canada they recommended up to eight portions a day, so feel free to eat a bit extra.So a quick snack (this gives you two portions of your fi ve a day)

all you need is one carrot and half a red pepper, wash them, slice them, seeds out of the pepper, peel the carrot, cut all into sticks and eat them, it’s that easy. Homemade fruit salad, this is enough for two people and will deliver three portions of your fi ve a day (you can always make

it and save half for tommorrow you will need one apple, seven strawberries two kiwi fruits, one handful of sultanas, seven slices of tinned peaches, one glass of apple juice. Wash, peel (where needed) chop everything into bitesize pieces, mix together in a bowl, pour on apple juice, and keep in fridge covered until you want it, how easy can it be?You can stir-fry vegetables, take a banana to work, put extra kidney beans in your chilli, make a tasty salad, make up a fruit smoothie – water, fruit (I use frozen mixed fruits from the supermarket) add some natural yoghurt and blend, etc…there really is no excuse for not getting your fi ve a day.

Did you know : Olives contain just three calories each as well as wrinkle busting vitamin E and anti-infl ammatory antioxidants that

can help protect against heart disease!

MYTH: Cutting fat out of your diet is the key to weight loss.

While you should limit foods high in saturated fat, some fat is necessary to maintain a

healthy body. A fat free diet is not the key to weight loss. While it's true

that many people eat too many of the bad fats (resulting in

weight gain), there are good fats that are required for optimal health. Healthy fats play an important role in helping our body use vitamins such as D, E, A and K. They're also important for healthy skin and hair. Healthy fat choices include olive oil, canola oil, avocado, fl ax seed and dry

roasted nuts such as almonds. Moderation

is key and the amount of healthy fats that you

need is dependent on the total number of calories you

require for weight loss. A good point for this is to work out your

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).

Food Rules: Eating For Fitness

Avoid stimulants, too much caffeine, sugar and alchohol wear you out mentally and physically.

Don’t skip meals, not eating breakfast, skipping lunch then eating a large dinner will disrupt you metabolism and cause weight gain.Eat fi ve small meals a day, include lean protein and complex carbs to stablise blood sugar.Try to cut out sweet desserts and processed sugar, these only lead to energy highs and slumps.Words: Stephen Davies.

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So - where to start

Now is a good time to divide your herbaceous perennials and place in allocated areas of your garden.

For those lucky enough to grow their own fruit make sure you pick apples and blackberries

as they start to ripen for use in pies and desserts.

Cut out fruited canes of raspberries but wait to prune blackcurrants

until the leaves have fallen.You can also lift and pot up rooted

strawberry runners.Net or cage ripening fruit to protect them from wildlife.

For those who grow their own

vegetables: Pick out tomatoes and ripen indoors by the end of September.Dig up remaining potatoes before slugs damage them.Regularly pick French beans, runner beans, courgettes, cucumbers and peppers to prevent them becoming tough or bitter and to encourage further crops.

Trees and shrubs:

Late summer fl owering shrubs can

be pruned this month.Give evergreen hedges a fi nal cut

ready for winter.If the weather is already autumnal you can now plant and move shrubs and trees without having to worry about their survival.

Clear fallen leaves from borders.Get down to your local garden centre to purchase a vast selection of bulbs for that wonderful spring colour.

Always remember to keep up the watering of newly planted trees and shrubs.Keep dead-heading summer bedding in pots and baskets to keep them fl owering through to October.

Lawns

Continue mowing till the fi rst frost arrives.

Start to think about autumn/winter lawn care which includes scarifying, aerating and top dressing. You can prepare your lawn for winter by applying a fertilizer which is high in potassium. You can do this after scarifying and aerating but before applying a top dressing. When applying top dressing work it into the lawn using a stiff brush so that the grass protrudes above the dressing.There is still time for lawn repair using seed which should be done

by the middle of September. Hopefully we will still have some dry days which will allow us time to paint fences, sheds and other wooden features. For these jobs use a water based preservative.

The best gardens grow out of good design and planning and the way you want to use your garden determines how it evolves. September can be a good month to sit and refl ect

on this, then put together your project so that work can be carried out and completed so that the garden is ready to use for spring and summer next year.

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I waited almost 53 years to drive what to many is regarded as one of the last ‘proper’ British sports cars. That’s ‘proper’ in that it’s been designed and manufactured in the UK by enthusiasts who

instinctively know what makes a great sports car. And boy, when it was delivered, did I show my age! The last time I drove a Lotus was a nervous foray along the Formby bypass back in the early eighties at the wheel of an Esprit Turbo; not a Lotus sports car as such, rather a fully paid up member of the supercar club. I was a lot younger and fitter then, and took the

wheel with nary a tweak to my back, arms or legs. It was a different story a few weeks ago when Lotus lent me a Europa SE for the weekend; it literally took me five minutes to get

in and ease myself behind the wheel; ‘are you sitting comfortably?’ took on a whole new meaning - it was all well worth it though … well, what’s an extra five minutes when you’ve been waiting over

half a century? The Europa SE boasts a distinguished heritage which includes models like the iconic Elan, Esprit and Éclat; that heritage has been carried forward to the 21st century with the new Evora that’s been wowing the motoring press since its launch a few months ago. In the Europa’s case, SE does not mean special edition but more sporting equipment – this is the fastest Europa, along with the best equipped and, at £32,293, the priciest too, although no amount of money can buy the visceral thrills of driving such a feisty car … So, once behind the wheel, it’s worth spending a few minutes appreciating what a proper sports car’s like. Lotus have kept to the basics with hip hugging ‘grippy’ seats, pedals perfectly spaced and arranged, a gearlever which falls easily to hand and a brilliant ‘engine start’ button which they could have named ‘launch control’ … this car will rocket to sixty in under five seconds and hit 146

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worktops, staircases and more. Using natural stone makes the home comfortable, vibrant, elegant and stylish because they are so unique.The most striking advantage of natural stone is its capability to withstand the elements – they are immobile to natural hazards, and whilst you may not be expecting Hurricane Ste in your kitchen anytime soon, it does go to show how sturdy and strong these materials are. Granite and marble aren’t just for swanky show homes – whilst it is an investment, you potentially save thousands in the long run in replacements of discoloured, weathered man-made worktops. The natural colour never fades and they require very little maintenance, and are therefore cost effective, and luxurious.Someone who knows a lot about transforming your home with natural materials is Paul Mudd of Liverpool-based Prestige Granite and Marble. He explains: “Granite and marble are the most hardwearing solid surfaces available and nothing else

can rival these materials, there is also a vast array of colours to choose from.“It’s easier than people think to replace tired worktops with granite or marble. Here at Prestige, for example, we offer a measuring service in the morning and a supply and fi t the

next working day – this includes fully installing appliances and cookers, and sinks are plumbed in too.”Marble fl ooring is a huge hit with

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Kitchen/BreakfastKitchen/BreakfastKitchen/BreakfastKitchen/BreakfastTwo garagesTwo garagesTwo garagesTwo garages

Landscaped GardensLandscaped GardensLandscaped GardensLandscaped Gardens

£239,950£239,950£239,950£239,950

SOUTHPORT ROADSOUTHPORT ROADSOUTHPORT ROADSOUTHPORT ROAD

Detached True BungalowDetached True BungalowDetached True BungalowDetached True BungalowTwo BedroomsTwo BedroomsTwo BedroomsTwo Bedrooms

Lounge & Dining RoomLounge & Dining RoomLounge & Dining RoomLounge & Dining RoomFitted Kitchen/BreakfastFitted Kitchen/BreakfastFitted Kitchen/BreakfastFitted Kitchen/Breakfast

RmRmRmRmGarage, Gardens, D/G C/HGarage, Gardens, D/G C/HGarage, Gardens, D/G C/HGarage, Gardens, D/G C/H

Views of Farmland NOViews of Farmland NOViews of Farmland NOViews of Farmland NOCHAINCHAINCHAINCHAIN

£375,000£375,000£375,000£375,000

TITHEBARN LANETITHEBARN LANETITHEBARN LANETITHEBARN LANE

Four Bed Detached HouseFour Bed Detached HouseFour Bed Detached HouseFour Bed Detached HouseTwo With En-SuiteTwo With En-SuiteTwo With En-SuiteTwo With En-Suite

FacilitiesFacilitiesFacilitiesFacilitiesTwo Reception RoomsTwo Reception RoomsTwo Reception RoomsTwo Reception Rooms

Kitchen/Breakfast RoomKitchen/Breakfast RoomKitchen/Breakfast RoomKitchen/Breakfast RoomAnnexeAnnexeAnnexeAnnexe

Garden With CabinGarden With CabinGarden With CabinGarden With Cabin

£499,000£499,000£499,000£499,000

BELLS LANE LYDIATEBELLS LANE LYDIATEBELLS LANE LYDIATEBELLS LANE LYDIATE

Spacious Barn ConversionSpacious Barn ConversionSpacious Barn ConversionSpacious Barn Conversion4 Bedrooms, 3 Reception4 Bedrooms, 3 Reception4 Bedrooms, 3 Reception4 Bedrooms, 3 Reception

Rooms.Rooms.Rooms.Rooms.Kitchen/breakfast, UtilityKitchen/breakfast, UtilityKitchen/breakfast, UtilityKitchen/breakfast, Utility

Room & W.C.Room & W.C.Room & W.C.Room & W.C.Galleried Landing, MasterGalleried Landing, MasterGalleried Landing, MasterGalleried Landing, MasterBedroom With DressingBedroom With DressingBedroom With DressingBedroom With Dressing

Room & Sauna.Room & Sauna.Room & Sauna.Room & Sauna.Sizeable Gardens & AmpleSizeable Gardens & AmpleSizeable Gardens & AmpleSizeable Gardens & Ample

off road parking. Doubleoff road parking. Doubleoff road parking. Doubleoff road parking. Double£650,000£650,000£650,000£650,000

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The 'Two of Us' suite is the perfect setting for weddings. Decorated with subtle tones which provide a glamorous backdrop for any bride to make her entrance. Accommodating up to 80 guests for a civil service and 110 for wedding breakfasts.

Hard Days Night Hotel, Liverpool's exclusive wedding destination.