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FOOD TO FALL IN LOVE WITH VALENTI NE’ S 2 0 1 2 4 courses for £35.50 per person
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v Watercress and leek soup topped with pea shoots and cèpes Layered chicken, fennel and tarragon terrine with a fig and damson chutney Seared scallops on cumin roasted butternut squash purée and coriander oil v Shallot tarte tatin with orange thyme crust
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DESSERTS
v A sharing dessert of chocolate brownie, ginger crème brulee, raspberry pavlova and a crisp apple tart (for two to share) v Cinder toffee and pecan cheesecake with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
Trio of chocolate mousse with a griottine cherry compote v West Country Cheddar, Stilton and Brie with a fig and damson chutney, celery, grapes and biscuits (for two to share)
Grilled seabass with a dill, Grey Goose vodka and caviar sauce on a bed of samphire
Chicken breast with asparagus, broad beans, girolle mushrooms and a cider cream sauce
Coffee and chocolate truffles
Chateaubriand, with rosemary skewered flat mushrooms, tomato confit, potato gratin, chips and béarnaise sauce (for two to share, £2.50 supplement per person) v Jerusalem artichoke, spinach and hazelnut strudel on a truffle and tomato sauce
Terms and conditions apply. Ask to see a menu for full details and advice on dietary information and other allergens.
Lamb rump on a butterbean purée with grilled baby leeks and asparagus
Call Sarah to book on t: 01865 260210
www.thelivingroom.co.uk 1 Oxford Castle, Oxford, OX1 1AY e: oxfordpa@thelivingroom.co.uk
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CONTENTS
FOREWARD UPFRONT EXPOSURE SHENANIGANS OXFORD TATTOO SHENANIGANS GALLERY WHAT’S ON EAR AND EYE CANDY COCKTAILS SK:N FASHION BACK PAGE
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Welcome to the first 2012 edition of DV8 Oxford! We hope that you are all embracing the New Year and have fully recovered from the Xmas party season... January can be a depressing month, especially looking at the bank balance after buying all those presents - and one too many big nights out. Luckily for us, the DV8 team has been kept busy with a whole host of awesome events in Oxford to banish the January blues!
At the Living Room, this month, we celebrated the official launch of the Miss Oxfordshire 2012 regional qualifier of Miss England with a whole host of hopeful beauty queens. We have to admit, this pageant is always inked into our calendars (maybe one year, we might even make the judging panel!). We were also lucky enough to get to sample Lola Lo's new cocktail menu, in advance of their big re-launch weekend on the 10th Feb. The menu has been revamped, restyled, retikified, and reinvented in some new funky glasses, you can get a sneak preview on page 34.
This edition of DV8 is not only full of great reviews, but is also the opportunity to get your hands on an incredible prize, a hair makeover worth £300 for you and a friend at The Hair Gallery in Kidlington. Check out page 4 for details on how to enter this unmissable competition. February brings love in the air. We wonder how many valentines cards we will rack up? Perhaps we should warn the postman! We hope you have a fun month and, if you are on the lookout for luuurve, that Cupid brings someone hot your way! If not, you’ll always have us! Lots of love,
DV8 Oxford Team xxx
meet the team...
publisher andrew allen oxford@dv8online.co.uk the editor alison hill
anna-lisa saywell national content anna-lisa@dv8online.co.uk marketing assistant teagan maddocks teagan@dv8online.co.u
design editor luke patton
staff writers alison hill sally day iain matthews
official photographers andrew allen chris russell-gray chris@crg-photography.co.uk Norbert Pietraszek
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INDULGE DESSERT PARLOUR - Do you love desserts? If the answer is “YES”, then you will be pleased to know that Oxford is welcoming the City’s first dessert parlour. Opening soon, expect the finest in Italian Gelato Ice Cream, Crepes, Waffles, Milkshakes, Cakes, Teas & Coffees and of course, a range of indulgent desserts. There will even be chocolate fountains on the tables! We say skip dinner and go straight to the dessert parlour! HELEN AND DOUGLAS HOUSE GOES VINTAGE - If your favorite celebrity style icons are Alexa Chung or Agyness Deyn and you like to make sure your look is unique, not High Street. Check out the new Helen & Douglas House ‘pop up’ vintage and retro’ shop. Offering you a collection of vintage clothes, accessories and furniture, the new vintage store can be found in Summertown. If you love everything vintage then this is one for you! AVENUE Q - Arguably one of our favourite musical productions is coming to the New Theatre in Oxford this April. And we couldn’t be more excited! If you loved Sesame Street, this adult version is going to be right up your alley. It literally is pantwettingly funny! We suggest you buy your tickets now!
WIN A MAKEOVER! The Hair Gallery is one of our best-kept secrets, making it the perfect place to kick start the new season. With Sam Lockwood at the helm of their highly skilled team, The Hair Gallery salon has a loyal clientele and are known for being amongst the best in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire. Your every hair wish is catered for, under one roof, at each of their Oxfordshire salons in Kidlington and Bicester. To celebrate the coming of the new season, The Hair Gallery has joined forces with hairdressing experts
Clynol to offer one lucky reader of DV8 - and a friend - a fantastic makeover to kick start your Spring new look! The lucky winners will be treated to a full cut and colour service using Viton Colour Shine and Viton Brilliance, Clynol’s fantastic new miracle colour ranges! And that’s not all... Both of the winners will receive a bumper goody bag full of hair products from Clynol’s amazing Care and Style range to keep your new locks in check. Prize breakdown: 2 cut and colour makeovers worth £150 each – so £300 worth of services.
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2 goody bags packed with Clynol Care and Style products.
How to Enter for your chance to win this fantastic prize, all you need to do is email us at DV8 Oxford (oxford@dv8online.co.uk) with “The Hair Gallery” in the subject line. The competition closes on February 28th and the winner will be drawn at random on 1st March 2012. For your appointment at The Hair Gallery visit them on The Parade, Kidlington 01865 375858 or Barberry Place, Bicester 01869 322622.
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We at DV8 think that Valentine’s day is the perfect time to tell that guy or gal that you’re too shy to let them know that you actually think they’re pretty hot... What have you got to lose? We’ve come up with some of our favourite date ideas for when your Valentine comes calling...
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funny story that happened to that ‘friend’ of yours. Or even let them know that you’ve never ‘clicked’ with someone this soon. (Without trying to spill your food down your face!) – We recommend booking a table at the chic, boutique restaurant at the Oxford Retreat for a cosy & down to earth bite to eat!
1. Good old fashioned Dinner Date: 2. Casual Drinks: The best way to You can stare into each other’s eyes get into a bit of banter without and tell each other your best putting too much pressure on the childhood memory. Or that really
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We are always on the lookout for new things to listen to. So, if you are a fan of local radio and are looking for something new, then spin your dial to 105.1 fm from the 27th February for a fresh new station, bringing you the best from the world of RnB, Hip Hop, D’n’B, Dubstep, Soul, Jazz and much more. If you love your gossip, this promises to be the radio station for you, bringing you all the latest news from the world of entertainment with amazing competitions, interviews and much more. We are looking forward to checking it out.
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DV situation. If there’s a quiet moment – ‘lets get another drink’ - works every time! For a special occasion we suggest the glamorous Malmaison bar. Sure to impress! 3. Ice Skating - The Nostalgic Choice: This is something that you may have only seen in American Rom-Coms (Serendipity anyone?!) But surely it’s a classic? What could be more romantic that helping a loved one up after they’ve fallen over? (We didn’t even make a joke about ‘breaking the ice’...!)
4. The Pictures (or so your mum calls them!): The old reliable date option never gets too old and is always a help with that first date, ‘what do we talk about?’ blues! And you never know what might happen on the back row! Check out our movies section to set the mood...
We wish all the DV8 readers an amazing Valentines day!
MOJITO FUN AT LOLA’s
If you had a straw poll of what is our favourite cocktail around the DV8 office, you would probably find that hands down - the answer would be the classic Mojito. (What’s there not to like…. Lime… Sugar…. Ample rum… And, not to forget, that o-so delicious mint). We were delighted to find out that Oxford’s number one, tiki inspired hot spot, Lola Lo are offering you a fabulous chance to have your own Mojito station to share with your friends. (The station comes with a table and chairs, so you can kick back and relax in style!).
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Become the bartender and make your own mojitos. (Don’t worry if you get stuck, you will have your own professional bartender on hand to help you out!) This is a fantastic and inventive way for a group of friends to have a fun night out and not have to join those long old queues at the bar to get a drink. (You will also be the envy of the club). If you are interested in turning bartender (perhaps you are celebrating a birthday or even looking for an unusual valentines gift) then check out their website for more details www.lolalooxford.com or call Lola directly on 07793778148.
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Time Warp at Lava Ignite offered such a variety of music it was impossible to decide which of the 5 rooms we should stick to. So, with a few regular trips to the bar for fortification, we hit each one! Feeling nostalgic, we partied to some of our favourite songs of all time! We love the events T.O.R put on and we are looking forward to the next one. We hope it isn’t too far away!
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hat is the sign of a good New Years Eve party? Here at DV8 we have a few requirements.... Good music, good drinks and good-looking people! When we headed to Camera on New Years Eve we were not disappointed! The queue went around the block, which must have meant this was the party to be at! Sadly, we missed out on the champagne and canapes reception (we spent too long getting ready!). But we are assured it was the perfect start to the night.
With DJ Furry spinning the decks with the best in Funky House, R’n’B and Chart, this was a night that was going to please everyone and before we knew it midnight had come around. At least midnight didn’t signify the end of the night, we were enjoying bringing in 2012 in style too much! Let the countdown to the next New Years Eve begin.... In the meantime, we might enjoy a few more nights in Camera.
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….It’s been quite a slog but finally Oxford Tattoo are fully up and running and ready to provide you with the best in tattooing, piercing, body jewellery and laser tattoo removal. Marc is the longest established and most experienced provider of Laser Tattoo Removal in Oxfordshire. From small beginnings based at a studio in Kidlington he has now opened his own city centre studio and has a substantial and ever growing client base. Laser Tattoo Removal has established itself as the preferred method of tattoo removal or reduction among professionals in this industry. The technology is well proven and has shown itself to be by far the best method for the removal of tattoos. Our tattoo removal laser, the Sapphire 2 from ADL is an industry standard laser, continuing to provide the best and most reliable results to the professional tattoo artists of the UK & Ireland. The Sapphire 2 is a frequency doubled Nd:YAG laser and is fully CE regulation compliant. People have many reasons for wanting to reduce or remove tattoos. The most common are changes in circumstances. Whether your tattoo is a reminder of a relationship that didn't work out, an act of youthful rebellion or you want to change career and your
and persistence the majority of customers can experience complete removal. I’m often asked “Does it hurt”. All clients have different tolerance levels when it comes to pain. Many clients compare the feeling to an elastic band being snapped against the area. It’s uncomfortable but easily managed by most people. The process is very quick and we can break at any time. We have a number of customers having tattoos removed from their faces or other sensitive areas and even these can easily be tolerated. Another main concern is about scarring. With all medical procedures involving the skin there is a chance of scarring, however it is incredibly unlikely using our industry standard laser technology and utilizing the many years of experience we have that any scarring will occur. There are a number of factors that influence the number of treatments necessary to remove a tattoo they include the tattoo age, the type of ink, the amount of ink, the depth and the colours used. However the most important factor is the laser technology being used to remove the tattoo. There are many cheap imported or old lasers out there, these can not provide the same results as
visible tattoos are causing problems or you just want to fade away an old tattoo to have something new; we have the laser tattoo removal options that you need. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information about the tattoo removal services that we offer.
our industry standard laser and have many risks associated with their use. There is no need to take these risks. We are thoroughly trained, have the industry standard technology and can provide the service very affordably. At your free initial consultation we will give you a full appraisal including an estimation of the number of treatments necessary. A word on the alternatives; There are other ways that a tattoo can be removed. Over the years we have been providing laser tattoo removal we have seen many clients who have attempted to have their tattoos removed using a chemical tattoo removal treatment. These treatments involve a variety of chemicals being tattooed into the existing inked area. These treatments inevitably produce significant scar tissue which can be worse and more unsightly than the original tattoo. Dermabrasion is also an option; this is where the tattoo is removed by scraping away at the skin to remove the ink. Again, scarring is significant and the result, more often than not, looks worse than the original tattoo. Laser Tattoo Removal is the only real option to be considered. A consultation will inform you in detail about cost, which starts at £30 per treatment, the process and anything else you want to know. Consultations are free; come and have a chat with us.
So, how does it work, what do es the treatment involve and what are the results? The laser is aimed at the inked area and when fired causes a reaction in the ink which explodes the ink particles into microscopic pieces which your natural immune defence washes away, causing the tattoo to simply fade away over a number of visits. Some brighter colours don’t absorb the energy as well and take a little longer to break down, but in the majority of cases there is no trace of a tattoo after 5-15 sessions. The ink used in your tattoo can slow the process. Colours such as black, red, deep blue or dark orange absorb the energy well and quickly fade. Bright whites, greens and light blues break down slowly and therefore require more treatment sessions. Amateur or home made tattoos tend to use weak inks and sit close under the top layer of skin, so are very easy to treat. Professional tattoos use very permanent inks and tend to be deep in the skin. Some tattoos can be very difficult to remove but with patience
TATTOO | LASER TATTOO REMOVAL | PIERCING | BODY JEWELLERY Oxford Tattoo | 100 St Aldates | Oxford | OX1 1BT | 01865 791893 | oxfordtattoo@gmail.com Find us on FACEBOOK - http://www.facebook.com/oxfordtattoo
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Throughout the evening the live music ensured that people were entertained and the enthusiasm of the performers was infectious. It was the perfect environment for us to kick back with a tasty mojito and catch up with friends, making the most of the final minutes of 2011. When the big moment came, everyone was united in the euphoria of greeting 2012. Glasses clinked around the room and loud cheer went up. Whether they chose to toast the moment with champagne, beer or perhaps a cheeky jägerbomb, people were having a great time. Indeed, there was something about enjoying the celebrations from behind the mystery of a mask that made the whole event even more intriguing and memorable. There’s one thing for sure, we’re already looking forward to what The Living room serves up for New Year’s Eve 2012. DV8 OXFORD /// FEBRUARY 2012
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e at DV8 are always searching for interesting ways to welcome in the New Year, so when word got to us of The Living Room’s plans to hold a masquerade ball, we had to check out what all the fuss was about. As always, when we turned up with masks at the ready, there was a relaxed vibe around the room. We were happy to mingle with the glamorous, enthusiastic crowd and take in the excited buzz that was already building. After gratefully accepting a free glass of champagne we sat down to choose from the wide range of cocktails on offer, surrounded by people holding black, gold and exotically decorated masks.
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ith a whirlwind of events to choose from on New Year’s Eve, we really wanted to try something a little bit different, we fancied some quality live music, featuring all of our favourite classic anthems. The Junction was our answer… Swiftly becoming a favourite of DV8’s in 2011, we loved the variety of bands that took to the stage and played the tunes that made the last few decades so great. Lucas was the name of the band who brought in 2012, and they were awesome! The band whipped up a fantastic party atmosphere as revelers took to the floor to dance the night away to all the classic tunes that we know and love.
New Years Eve at one of Oxford’s finest music venues was a brilliant way to end 2011 and welcome what promises to be a fantastic new year! (and not to mention the complimentary cocktail on arrival that’s how we like to roll here at DV8).
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Also available on the night were 10 opportunities to win a share of £500 of Wahoo prizes! (If we won, we had agreed to probably put the money towards creating the biggest Jager train! Sadly that just wasn’t going to happen!). One of the best things about New Years Eve is the countdown to Midnight. It’s the point of the night. Right? Wahoo welcomed in 2012 with a fantastic glitter cannon at Midnight to the extreme pleasure of the crowds! As always, Wahoo provided the right mix of music with something for everyone that got the party into full swing, not only up to midnight, but also through the early hours of 2012. Wahoo always proves a great atmosphere and fantastic drinks deals and not to mention some of the most fun theme nights that are to be had anywhere in Oxford. We are looking forward to seeing what they have planned in 2012. We know it will be bigger and better than ever before and we can’t wait! DV8 OXFORD /// FEBRUARY 2012
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ahoo always provides some of the most fun themed nights that Oxford has to offer! We knew that, with the festive season here, we were not going to be let down – especially as we had particularly enjoyed the Night Before Christmas extravaganza. As Christmas had passed and we were out to celebrate the biggest night of the year... New Years Eve. This was a night that just kept giving. From arrival, there was a Jager reception (If we had to pick our favourite shot of the year, it would probably be a Jagerbomb, we had more than we would like to think!).
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e love the annual tradition of Miss Oxford. This year, the launch night leading to discover who will win the coveted crown kicked off at the Living Room with a reception that welcomed new, potential, Miss Oxfords to come along, learn a little bit more abut the competition, and meet up with the current Miss Oxford, the lovely Kirsty Beer and former Miss England, Laura Coleman. We caught up with Kirsty and found out about the responsibility of having the title of Miss Oxford. (And there is a lot more to the job than just looking fabulous!) She talked to us about the potential that winning the title has, and how some winners even make it their career!
The finals for the competition will be on Wednesday 13th March at the Living Room Oxford. It is a date that is firmly in our diaries and we suggest that you ink it in as well! If you would like further information, or are interested in entering the competition, you can do so at www.missengland.info and check out the Oxford heats.
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f you are ever bored half-way through the week, and are finding it hard to get over that, all so difficult, ‘hump-day’, then look no further than a mid week visit to Wahoo for their ‘Cheeky Mid-Weeky’ Wednesday night special, where drinks can be found from the low-low price of £2.00. (It’s the time of austerity after all!). The tunes are pumping all the way through to the early hours with the fantastic DJ Olly East. Be sure to arrive early as this is a very popular night with Oxford’s finest mid-week party crowd and definitely the number one place we like to spend our Wednesday nights.
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id you need some help banishing the January blues? What with the cold weather, the long nights, and an empty bank account after fun-filled December (maybe next year we might save some more cash to tide us over) it can sometimes feel like a struggle. However, this January, Lava Ignite were on hand to help us out by offering a ‘January Sale’. Cheap entry. Cheap drinks. And a night of fantastic tunes being played in each of the rooms! DV8 would like to say a massive “Thank You!”
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SUNDAYS @ THE MALMAISON HOME GROWN AND VOCAL 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. It’s hard getting your big break, come and see the singers and songwriters showcase their musical skills in the Malmaison Bar
SUNDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Live music with the 15 Minute Club, offering local talent 15 minutes to showcase their talents from 8.30 until 1am
SUNDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE OFF THE WAGON… The new weekly night to fill that gap in the clubbing calender Credible music and Party tunes to make you jump and dance.......Dubstep, electro, funk, soul, dnb, boogie, reggae, dancehall rnb, indie and even more! Free Entry and open until 2am SUNDAYS @ THIRST It might be the end of the weekend? Are you still wanting to party? Check out Thirst Sunday night for tunes, drinks and dancing, taking
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SUNDAYS @ WAHOO After spending the afternoon watching sport why not stay at Wahoo for a high energy set from 10pm – midnight with their resident DJ playing through the best Dub, DnB. Simply the only place to be on a Sunday night.
MONDAY
MONDAYS @ LOLA LO COME PLAY Come Play UK are one of the UK's biggest student event party throwers! Lola Lo Oxford is proud to present their headline night 'Come Play' for your pleasure (to wallets, ears and feet alike!) Expect the biggest tunes, the prettiest people and the best drinks in town! Drinks deals include: £1.50 Jagerbomb / £1.50 Carlsberg / £2 VS / £3 Double Absolut and more...! 10pm-3am (Last Entry 2am)
MONDAYS @ THE BRIDGE CHOICE The only credible Brooke’s night 9pm – 2am
MONDAYS @ MAXWELL’S MONDAY MADNESS! Fancy something eat while you have a few delicious happy hour cocktails? Buy two
main courses and get the cheaper one for free! Go on, you know you want to!
MONDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE Playing hip-hop, garage, r'n'b, dubstep, chart stuff, dancehall, pop music, whatever requests we get from 10 till 3 Great drinks offers with 2-4-1 cocktails and shot’s from £150 MONDAYS @ WAHOO MONDAY MASHUP Our resident in-house DJ takes to the CD players to play the music he wants to hear! Giving the pre-club scene some much needed credibility the vast majority of drinks are being flogged at £2 and don’t forget your willies! FREE ENTRY, 9pm – 1am
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TUESDAYS @ BABY LOVE Cocktails, DJ’s and dancing. The best Tuesday night party! with some of Oxford's serial party-goers, everybody's welcome to a guaranteed night of a-little-bit-of-what-youfancy! Open til 3am
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TUESDAYS @ CAFÉ COCO Fantastic drinks and food in a
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TUESDAYS @ CLEMS One of Oxford’s hottest student nights continue to please the mid-week party goers. So get ready to experience the sheer madness of ‘Taboo”! It’s the night with no rules, so expect the unexpected & Join us every Tuesday night at Clems to make Taboo one of your forbidden Guilty Pleasures! 10.00 - 03.00am
TUESDAYS @ ROPPONGI MUSICA! Come request your favourite 2011 songs from LMAO to Drake you request it we play it!! Don't forget your favourite drink deals including a free shot of Tequila or Sambuca . . . Happy hour drink deals all night as well you know where to be tonight :) Open from 7 til late! TUESDAYS @ THE BRIDGE JUICE Legendary student night with Rock student. Expect cheese, r'n'b, hip-hop and chill out. 9pm-2am
TUESDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE KARAOKE/JUKEBOX Karaoke 9pm-1am and then all your favourite tunes on the jukebox from 1am-3am. Two jukeboxes and loads of cheap drinks! Free Entry TUESDAYS @ WAHOO Cheap drinks and Live Sport + Burger & Beer £4.99! And if there isn’t any sport? It’s just a great place to start a night out!
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WEDNESDAYS @ THE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE Open Mic Wednesday Are you musically gifted and want to show the world? Having a little set here could be the start of big things!! Just pop along, sign up with Uncle Lee and SHINE!! Can't play?? No worries!! Come along anyway and enjoy the music and great atmosphere!! From 8.30pm
WEDNESDAYS @ THE CORRIDOR WARM UP WEDNESDAY It does what it says on the tin, with great midweek promotions go to The Corridor to get your midweek party started. WEDNESDAYS @ THE BRIDGE INTERNATIONAL NIGHT MAMBO Oxford's top international night 9pm - 2am WEDNESDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE MUTINY Alternative Rock Night Mutiny against crap music! Metal, Punk, Old Pop to Hardcore! DJ’s 10PM-3AM. Free Entry.
WEDNESDAYS @ WAHOO TWO @ WAHOO Arguably one of the biggest nights in Oxford! expect a combination of the best music and best drinks deals around! £2 entry and open until 2! Remember to arrive early to avoid disappointment!
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THURSDAYS @ LOLA LO FAT POPPADADDY’S Fat Poppadaddy’s has become one of the best Thursday nights out in Oxford, filling the dancefloor with its alternative blend of mash-up madness! Fat Pops @ Lola Lo is a MUST for Oxford's cool clubbers! £1.50 Carlsberg & VS, £2 Jaegerbomb, £3 Double Absolut, £7.50 Shark buckets Open 10.00 - 3.00 THURSDAYS @ ROPPONGI DON’T TELL YOUR BOYFRIEND! Oxford’s sexiest ladies night, offering a fantastic range of cocktails and shots, and soundtrack appropriate for Oxford’s sexiest ladies! Check out their V.I.P packages if you are celebrating something special! Open until 2.30am
THURSDAYS @ THE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE LIVE LOUNGE Oxford's very own version of BBC Radio 1's The Live Lounge-Ish. Ruddy marvelous homegrown Oxfordshire acoustic goodness. Tantalise them ear drums!! From 8.30pm
THURSDAYS @ LAVA IGNITE LOCOMONDO Lava Ignites premier international night, offering great music, great people and even greater drinks prices all night long. £3 B4 11.30pm, £5 after. THURSDAYS @ THE BRIDGE FRESH The finest student night in town. Party music, RnB and Hip-Hop. 9pm - 3am
THURSDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Offering music and fantastic cocktails from 8.30 Open until 1am
THURSDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE BIG BEAT THURSDAYS Happy hour prices all night! DJ’s Dutty Moonshine playing swing & Bass, Dubstep, Electro Swing etc... Check it out! 10-3AM Free Entry
THURSDAYS @ THIRST We all know that Thursday are the new Saturdays, and if you are looking for a place with fantastic drinks, awesome bar tenders, good music and a place to see some of the sexiest party goers in Oxford? then check out Thirst on Thursdays! It’s a hit with us, and we are sure it will bw a hit with you!
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FRIDAYS @ ANGELS Cocktails and happy hour 4.30pm - 9pm, enjoy the intimate surroundings and the funky décor and of course the fantastic drinks!. FRIDAY @ ANUBA Anuba offers great quality drinks in a sexy venue. Anuba is also the pre-bar to the Bridge nightclub, allowing fast track access to the club. Enjoy some of the fantastic cocktails at a great price during their happy hour 8pm-2am
FRIDAY @ BABY LOVE With two bars, an explosive cocktail list, frequent DJs and sociable 'tenders, Baby Love Bar is one of the safest, funkiest and varied venues for Oxford's serial party-goers, everybody's welcome to a guaranteed night of a-little-bit-of-what-youfancy! 8pm-3am FRIDAYS @ BABY SIMPLE Baby Simple is the choice for after-work drinks, parties, celebrations and late night soirees. Sit back relax and enjoy a wide selection of some of the finest cocktails in a laid back atmosphere with funky bar vibes. 6pm-1am
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FRIDAYS @ CAMERA Friday’s at Camera are the place to get the weekend party started! Camera is definitely on of the finest venue in Oxford City centre with some of the best drinks to match! 2 floors of the finest Friday entertainment you will find anywhere in the city! Free before 10pm and £5 after
FRIDAYS @ KISS KISS ‘N’ TELL PROMOTIONZ DJ AC alongside resident DJ’s Dolton & Money with Guest DJ’s playing the best in UK Funky Old Skool Garage, R‘N’B & Hip Hop Dancehall, plus lots more! 9pm-2.30am FRIDAYS @ LAVA & IGNITE VIBE What is Vibe? It's about the music, it's about the people who love music, it's about the people who love to dance. Playing the best in R’n’B / UK Funky / Hip Hop / Garage / Bashment / Dub-Step. The Finest Urban Session in the UK! FRIDAYS @ LOLA LO TIKI BEATS Oxford's best place to be when the sun sets over the Thames! With their resident DJ taking over the wheels of steel to provide a soundtrack of contemporary classics and
dance floor fillers and our mixologists blending your favourite cocktails and sharers it is going to be a party to remember! 1/2 price cocktails from 10pm11pm 10pm-3am (Last Entry 2am) FRIDAYS @ MAXWELLS DJ’s, Dancing and Dining, come along and grab yourself a bite to eat or enjoy a delicious cocktail while you dance the night away. DJ’s and happy hour throughout the night.
FRIDAYS @ O’NEILS Open till 2am with Friday night bands to get your weekend started. FRIDAYS @ BELL & COMPASS All of your favourite big anthems spun all night with 24-1 cocktails all night and other fantastic drinks offers! Open till 2am
FRIDAYS @ ROPPONGI WE LOVE FRIDAYS This is the ultimate destination for your Friday night full of fun. EVERY Friday at Roppongi Lounge & Club. We love Fridays, so why don't you??? Open until 3am
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FRIDAYS @ RAOULS Class, cocktails, sophistication from the international award winning bar based in Jericho. Kick back and relax to smooth deep funky tunes after a long hard week! Open 5pm – 1am
FRIDAYS @ THE BRIDGE DISCO MASH For the best party in the city on Fridays! 3 rooms of music and dancing (and of course bars) offering you everything you need to get the weekend started 10pm - 3am FRIDAYS @ THE CORRIDOR Your answer for the weekend... Come For The Drinks, Stay For The Party! FRIDAYS @ THE DUKES CUT Grab a drink and sit on the decking overlooking the river. FRIDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Live music from 8.30 until 10.30 Resident DJ until 2am
FRIDAYS @ THE OXFORD RETREAT Offering beautiful and intimate surroundings for dinner or drinks. We love to sit outside on the decked patio with soft furniture sipping at one of the fantastic cocktails on offer! Open until 3am
FRIDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE JIVE Dancefloor Classics Guaranteed tunes to keep you on your feet and dancing the night away! All the classics from the 70’s -10’s squeezed into one night! 10pm-3am FRIDAYS @ THIRST Resident DJ’s lay down everything from pop to disco, funk and hip hop to electro house. Get there early to score a spot in the garden and check out the talent! 6.30pm – 3.30am FRIDAYS @ THE JUNCTION PICK ‘N’ MIX Pick ‘N’ Mix is Oxford’s number one Friday destination, two floors of mayhem! All the best dance floor fillers spun by
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SATURDAYS @ ANGELS Cocktails and happy hour from 4.30pm - 9pm, enjoy the intimate surroundings and the funky décor.
SATURDAYS @ ANUBA Anuba offers great quality drinks in a sexy venue in the pre-bar to the Bridge nightclub. Come and check it out and get fast track access to the club. Great music and drinks all night! 8pm-2am
SATURDAYS @ BABY LOVE Great drinks, great bar tenders, great music and a stripper pole!! A great premier club, with intimate booths to get cozy in. Open 8pm until 3am
SATURDAYS @ BABY SIMPLE Sit back relax and enjoy a wide selection of some of the finest cocktails in a laid back atmosphere with funky bar vibes. 6pm-1am SATURDAYS @ CAMERA CLUB CAMERA Smooth grooves played by top DJs and even smoother drinks and cocktails, join the party elite and party until late. From 6pm until late SATURDAYS @ KISS Small and intimate bar, friendly staff, wicked DJs, great place to take the party to on a saturday night! Open til 12am
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SATURDAYS @ LOLA LO ZOMBIE NATION Escape to the exotic island of cool with DJ C as the weekend gets into full swing. Cocktail bliss from the skilled bartenders and table service from their beautiful waitresses guarantee your night to be the best it can be! Lola Lo invites you to sample the fun and join them at what is set to be the biggest Saturday night in Oxford! With complimentary entry before 10pm and 1/2 price cocktails before 11pm you'd be silly not to!! 10pm-3am (Last Entry 2am) SATURDAYS @ MAXWELLS DJ’s, Dancing and Dining, come along and grab yourself a bite to eat or enjoy a delicious cocktail while you dance the night away. DJ’s and happy hour all night.
SATURDAYS @ O2 ACADEMY PROPAGANDAA, TRASHY & ROOM 101 Main Room – Propaganda: The Best New & Classic Indie Alternative Music Room 2 – Trashy: Kitch glam pop and guilty pleasures
Room 3 – Room 101: Rock, Metal & Punk anthems 10-3.00am SATURDAYS @ ROPPONGI VIP SATURDAYS Roppongi presents a night for the smart, sexy and stylish WITH VIP Saturdays offering Oxford’s party elite a 'chic, luxurious lounge and club'. Situated on Oxford's George Street, the club is a unique playground, designed for affable debauchery and indulgent fun, without pretentiousness but exuding an abundance of class and style. SATURDAYS @ RAOULS Class, cocktails, sophistication and smooth deep funky tunes with award-winning cocktails, from award-winning bartenders. Open 5pm – 1am
SATURDAYS @ THE BRIDGE Old-school, dance and RnB on 3 floors. 10pm - 3am SATURDAYS @ THE CORRIDOR Your answer for the weekend Come For the drinks, stay for the party!
This is a perfect Saturday night if you are out for dinner or drinks or maybe want to impress a special someone. Open until 2am SATURDAYS @ THE OXFORD RETREAT The Oxford Retreat’s Boutique bar offers fun surroundings for late night drinking with friends, unwinding or getting cozy Open until 3am
SATURDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE JAGO DJ Jago playing the biggest and best hits to make you wanna shake ‘what ya mama gave ya’ for 5 hours, every saturday! 10pm-3am
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SATURDAYS @ THIRST One of Oxford’s biggest party nights, don’t miss out! Cocktail promos till 9.30pm Open 7.30pm – 3.30am
SATURDAYS @ WAHOO Their resident DJ spins all the best music ranging from Motown to Chart, Dance to Cheese through til’ 3am.
FEBRUARY SATURDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Live music from 8.30 until 10.30 Resident DJ until 2am.
SATURDAYS @ LAVA & IGNITE THE SOUND OF SATURDAYS What Saturdays are all about... The Sound of Saturday is Lava Ignites premier weekend night out! Join them for the biggest night out of the week and the best opportunity to make the most of the weekend before returning to the weekday grind. DV8 OXFORD /// FEBRUARY 2012
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CINEMA & DVD RELEASES SOPHIE LAW
ONE DAY DVD Release: Feb 6th After one day together 15th July 1988, their university graduation Emma Morley and Dexter Mayhew begin a friendship that will last a lifetime. She is a working-class girl of principle and ambition who dreams of making the world a better place. He is a wealthy charmer who dreams that the world will be his playground.
FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS DVD Release: Feb 6th Dylan (Justin Timberlake) and Jamie (Mila Kunis) think it’s going to be easy to add the simple act of sex to their friendship, despite what Hollywood romantic comdies would have them believe. They soon discover however that getting physical really does always lead to complications.
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GREAT EXPECTATIONS DVD Release: Out Now Ona cold winter's day, orphan Pip has a terrifying encounter with an escaped convict. This chance meeting is to set Pip on a whirlwind adventure all the way to becoming the top of society, and of course meeting the love of his life…. Estella. Pip must first face an adventure of heartbreak, treachery and mystery. WOMAN IN BLACK FEBRUARY 10TH A young lawyer travels to a remote village where he discovers the vengeful ghost of a scorned woman is terrorizing the locals. GHOST RIDER: SPIRIT OF VENGEANCE FEBRUARY 17TH As Johnny Blaze hides out in Eastern Europe, he is called upon to stop the devil, who is trying to take human form. CARNAGE FEBRUARY 3RD Two pairs of parents meet after their sons are involved in a fight, the meeting progresses into increasingly childish behavior, chaos and carnage. MAN ON A LEDGE FEBRUARY 3RD This Hollywood thriller starts with a simple, gripping premise. A man, Sam Worthington, stands on a ledge, threatening to jump…
It is officially the month of lurrrrrrrrrrrrve, and Oxford is no exception to the rule.
Though this year we’ll be without the Big Bang’s classic anti-valentines poetry competition (RIP), if you need an outlet for your anti-V-Day rage you can snap yourself up a t shirt proclaiming your hate of love to the world from Squidoo. If you do fancy doing something romantic on February 14th, options stretch from the sublime to the ridiculous. For those hoping to fall in love, go through the medium of the stomach with a Love Loaves baking workshop in Wolvercote (www.loveloaves.biz), let your feet do the talking with Salsa Candente in Witney (www.salsacandente.com ) or see one of two love-themed shows at the Burton Taylor Studio.
If you are feeling traditionally lovey dovey (and hungry), Waterperry Gardens have a set lunch at their tea shop for £13.95 which includes a free stroll through the ornamental gardens, there is Mediterranean passion at La Tasca at Oxford Castle with a £14.95 valentines tapas menu, or push the boat out and ‘Make Suite Love’ at Malmaison Oxford, where champagne on ice, chocolatedipped strawberries, aromatic massage oil and a champagne breakfast, all served in the privacy of your own suite, will set you back £225. None of those take your fancy? Then follow my lead and blow a little bit of cash on ingredients for your other half’s favourite dinner. There are recipe ideas online at my food blog (http://themunchies.posterous.com). That way, you get to stay in and curl up together AND you don’t get overcharged for the privilege. Whatever you end up getting up to, here’s a big bit of love from me!
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COCKTAILS OF THE MONTH
Lola Lo has lead the way in fantastic tiki inspired cocktails, so we were really excited to be invited along to check out some of the new cocktails that are being introduced to the menu. Included in our taste test were:
DADDY ZOMBIE The Daddy Zombie features the allnew, Lola Lo’s own, Grog. A silkysmooth blend of premium rum. This is of course the classic Tiki inspired cocktail and no visit to Lola’s would be complete without buying one!
THE HIBISCUS Sometimes you want a cocktail with a fruity twist? This cocktail tastes slightly like the classic old skool drink, Munch Bunch (but obviously a more adult version!)
THE PUFFA We absolutely loved the puffa fish glasses and thought the idea of drinking out of a puffa fish was awesome! This sharer cocktail is for those of you who are fans of more creamy cocktails.
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BIG TIME GIRL No cocktail list is complete without something on the menu that offers a few sparkles (and enough fruit to tick your 5 a day!) THE CHAIRMAN The Chairman is the big daddy of the new cocktails available! With a healthy base of Chairman’s Reserve Rum, some delicious fruit juices, topped with (the very in vogue) ginger beer… We loved it!
BARTENDER OF THE MONTH JAMIE CUMMINGS LOLA LO
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How long have you worked as a bar tender? I have been bartending for the last 3 1/2 years, including about 6 months in Thailand before working in a few bars in Oxford. Can you flair? Working flair... It looks really good and speeds up the process of bartending. Saying that, I like to practise and would like to develop my skills. I think it is important to provide a good decent drink. How many cocktails does Lola Lo offer? We have a lot on offer and have just introduced an entire new range. (“Check out the review above!). “There is, definitely, something for everybody. Which cocktail would you recommend from the menu? The Zombie! “It is the original tiki drink and it normally packs a punch! What is your favourite thing about working at Lola’s? The large amounts of rum that we get in!” “Also, I like the environment. “It’s like working somewhere that is between a bar and a club and that medium is great fun to work for.. What is your favourite thing about Oxford nightlife? The variety available. Considering Oxford is quite a small city, there are lots of fantastic bars and it isn’t hard to get a decent drink!”
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Colour for men? Yes you can!
Going long?
When it comes to hair colour, men usually run a mile. They think brassy bleach like Jedward, but nothing could be further from the truth! Colour has developed so much, that a change in hair colour today isn’t about a dramatic hair change- it’s more about subtly and discreetly altering your natural hair tone, ever so slightly, to enhance your best features. Still in doubt? Look at George Lamb – he stands out from the crowd with his flash of grey, which is dyed, may I add, and the lovely Olly Murs went from a nondescript mousey brown to a rich chestnut that makes his thinning hair look thicker. Perhaps you’re looking to add richness to your colour or get subtle, surfer-style highlights. Done correctly, colour can bring your look forward for 2012, and it doesn’t take much to maintain it, simply pop into our salon for a free consultation where we’ll be able to sort you out with a low key, high impact look for the new season.
If you’re going to wear your hair long, make sure it looks thick, healthy and shiny – no scraggily, limp pony tails please! In order to achieve a mane of hair to rival Ollie Locke from Made in Chelsea, you have to keep the ends neat and tidy with regular trims and treat hair to a deep, intense treatment at least once a week. Long hair usually requires minimum styling effort but it’s important not to overload the hair with too much product which will weigh it down and leave hair looking greasy. I recommend products such as “Thermo Glide" which will help blow dry the hair smooth adding a great protection against the heat of the hairdryer.
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Lookmantastic.com was created back in 1997 with one key aim; to make salon hair and high end beauty brands more accessible, so that everyone could all buy their favourite hair and that the site now boasts over 12,000 beauty brands at the click of a button! products. Lookmantastic.com should be the first Ever since these early days, they have stop for all your male grooming stuck to their word and are always on needs. They stock all of our favourite the lookout for the next big thing! As a brands including American Crew, result, they have grown their range L’Oreal for Men, Fudge and TIGI. vastly every year, to such an extent, DV8 OXFORD /// FEBRUARY 2012
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With shorter hair, the trend for 2012 seems to see the return of a sophisticated style; with strong side partings and deep waves over the forehead that takes its inspiration from hit TV shows such as Boardwalk Empire and Mad Men.
Forget bed heads and unkempt manes; think suave and sophisticated, clean and cared for. Gels or pomades give flawless finishes with a healthy shine and keeps everything under perfect control. For this I recommend "Quick and Dirty" from the Design Pulse range by Matrix. A matt texturising paste, perfect to define and separate strands, with a long lasting control. For those who prefer something lighter we have "Messy Couture" which creates a pliable texture with medium hold. DV8 readers! Scan this Q R code to retrieve details about how you can receive £10 off your next visit at Anne Veck if you sign up to “Anne Veck’s Secre ts”
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The Return of the Gentleman It’s time to smarten up your hairstyle as the trend for spring will emulate the sophisticated look of the 50’s.
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WHATEVER THE SEASON, THE WEATHER CAN BE TOUGH ON YOUR SKIN. DV8 HAS TESTED SOME PRODUCTS FROM SK:N TO ENSURE YOUR SKIN IS LOOKING AS HEALTHY AND RADIENT AS POSSIBLE
Sk:n clinics are a leading cosmetic skin and beauty clinic, offering a wide range of procedures tand treatments to achieve the skin you want. If you are looking for a treatment that you can carry out at home, then look no further than the new range of SK:N products that are available at an affordable price to help you maintain your skin and avoid the damaging effects of the day to day life. We here at DV8 were very excited to test drive some of these products. s:kn Repair & Protect Range s:kn’s new products include treatments branded Cleansing & Exfoliating, Repair & Protect, Anti-Blemish, Anti-Ageing and Corrective. If you are looking for some daily use products, that should be part of the daily routine of any twentysomething’s skin routine, then look no further than the Cleansing & Exfoliating range. This contains anti-oxidant vitamins, A, C and E, along with evening primrose oil. Almost from the first treatment, your skin will look and feel a lot fresher – especially when coupled with the exfoliating cleanser. The cleanser contains glycolic acid, which provides a ‘mini peel’ by removing dead skin, leaving your skin feeling smoother and brighter. s:kn Anti Ageing Range Skin is constantly at the mercy of the elements, whether that be the effects of the weather (both hot and cold), or more environmental issues like the effects of city pollution. People in the UK rarely think twice about these risks especially from the UVA and UVB rays that penetrate the cloudy skies, especially in these winter months; to protect against these harmful rays a moisturiser with SPF protection is key – and s:kn can help with this too. Introducing a daily routine, with a selection of these wonderful products will keep you looking at your best; s:kn’s new range is a fantastic weapon in the antiageing armoury. Further details on the entire range are available on the sk:n website. https://www.sknclinics.co.uk/shop
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1. What were your New Years Resolutions? 2. Valentines Day... Out on the pull, or spending it with a loved one? 3. Which movie are you looking forward to this year? NAME: Jasmine AGE: 19 OCCP: Student
WHERE DO YOU LIKE TO SHOP? I love a bargain, and being a student means I don’t have a lot of money... Primarni! WHO IS YOUR STYLE INSPIRATION? I love progrmmes like Jersey Shore, the girls all look fab.
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST STYLE MISTAKE? Croc shoes!
Name: Sarah Age: 19 Occp: Student
1. Get fit 2. I think a film and ice cream at home! 3. The Hobbit Name: Nicole Age: 22 Occp: Model/Actress
1. Eat Healthily 2. Hope my boyfriend is planning something! 3. Twilight
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Name: Jack Age: 20 Occp: Student
1. Hit the gym 2. Out on the pull 3. Spiderman Name: Louise Age: 23 Occp: Shop Assistant
1. Drink less 2. Um, out on the pull? 3. I have no idea! Name: Olly Age: 25 Occp: Accounts Trainee
1. Quit smoking 2. Out on the pull.. is it on a weekend? 3. The Avengers
What makes you a poser? I’m a bit of a catch with the ladies, and I find it easy to speak to gorgeous women! Describe yourself in three words Cool, Handsome, Cheeky
What is your ultimate hangover cure? It really depends on how bad the hangover is! A cup of tea with a full fry up usually works for me! You definitely have to get up and out of bed, it’s painful but works! Where can we find you out and about on a Saturday in Oxford? It depends, I usually have a few cheeky drinks at home, before going to Wahoo or Lava. I really like Thirst, the girls in there are out of this world!
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DV8 meets Oliver: A 23 year old student at Brookes, who is looking forward to the summer Olympics and doesn’t need chat up lines! DV8 OXFORD /// FEBRUARY 2012
2012 is here, what are you looking forward to most? It has to be the Olympics! I can’t wait, my mate got us a couple of tickets, London is going to be crazy this summer! What is your ultimate chat up line? Ha Ha, I don’t need them, it’s too cheesy. I prefer a more direct, honest approach to talking to women.
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