Life Magazines (Kent editions) December 2018

SAINT PETERSBURG CLASSIC BALLET Sleeping Beauty & The Nutcracker at Churchill Theatre Bromley, 2-5 January 2019

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

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FOOD & DRINK

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5 December

Bore Place - Christmas Wreath Making With a background in art and design and a flair for using natural materials, our Lead Teacher, Jo Sheach, is running a festive workshop taking inspiration from nature to create your own beautiful wreath to hang on your door. 10am-2pm, £49.

Bore Place, Bore Place Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7AR

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JAZZ Night at The THREE HORSESHOES, Knockholt Enjoy some jazz on Tuesday nights.

Every fortnight 8pm-10.30pm.

Jazz musicians published on www. facebook.com/sevenoaksjazz. Free entry with Jug Collection. Table booking for diners at 01959 532102 Doors 6.30pm. Music from 8pm.

The Pound, Knockholt, Kent TN14 7LD

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christmas Garden Trail Find all the pantomime themed posters hidden around the gardens to get the recipe for the perfect royal cupcake. Oh no you can’t, oh yes you can! Includes small free prize. 10am-4.30pm £2.50.

Hall Place and Gardens, Bourne Road, Bexley, Kent DA5 1PQ 12 DECEMBER 2018

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1 December

Cheeki Monkeys Xmas Market This event is for any child/baby, family or Christmas focused crafts or businesses, a great way to stock up on Christmas presents.

10am-2pme.

Otford Village Memorial Hall High Street, Otford Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 5PQ

1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 19-24 December

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Christmas Fun Day You are invited to our indoor festive fun day, which will include stalls, games and fun activities for children and the young at heart. There will be lots of toys and stocking fillers for sale, at bargain prices and admission is free! Come and meet Santa from 11am - 1pm. There will a Bug Roadshow staged in the separate Round Room, with amazing bug encounters in terrariums. You’ll get to see and learn all about giant tropical bugs. Hot lunches will be available, baked potatoes and soup, plus hot chocolate and mulled wine. Children’s free activities will include cake decorating. 11am to 4pm.

The Herne Centre, School Lane, Herne (access through the public car park, Kent CT6 7AP

9 December

farm Nativity Working together with Maidstone Family Church we will take you on a journey through our grounds to discover the nativity story scenes and join in the traditional Christmas Carolling. All children are encouraged to dress up and be part of the Nativity.

Kent Life, Lock Lane, Sandling, Maidstone, Kent ME14 3AU

UNTIL 21 DECEMBER Exhibition: ’5000 Poppies’ The project team is aiming for 100,000 knitted, crocheted and felt poppies crafted by local people to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the First World War Armistice. Remembering those who have served in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations, their families and their communities.

Royal Engineers Museum, Prince Arthur Road, Gillingham, Kent ME7 1UR 14 DECEMBER 2018

Santa Specials Meet Santa when you travel on one of our popular Santa specials.

Enjoy seasons refreshments and play in the snow on one of these pre - booked specials.

Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway New Romney Station New Romney, Kent TN28 8PL

9 December

Valence School Christmas Fair 2018 To celebrate the ‘spirit of Valence’ and everything we represent as a school, we will be holding our annual Christmas Fair on Sunday 9th December. We will have some great entertainment, games with great prizes to be won, plus Santa will be here in his grotto!!

Children’s crafts plus for the adults- why not treat yourself to our festive treats and drinks on the day! This year we have a great selection of craft stalls from the talented businesses in our local area. We hope to see you at our magical fair - all money raised will help to pay for activities and extra equipment for our students aged 4 to 19 years old who have physical disabilities and medical needs.

Valence School Westerham Road Westerham Kent TN16 1QN

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2 DECEMBER

Christmas at the Castle Join us for our traditional Christmas Fair in our beautiful castle - we have over 50 stalls selling Christmas decorations, gifts, wreaths, chutneys etc. Our magical Santa’s grotto will be open from 10.45-4pm with Santa arriving in style at 10.30am perfect opportunity for a photo with Santa!! Our Orangery Tearooms will be open all day serving festive lunches, mince pies, mulled wine etc Free entry Very limited parking £5 per child for the Grotto Whitstable Castle & Gardens, Kent CT5 2BW

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Christmas party night A festive evening of fine fare and music in the magnificent Great Hall. A reception drink followed by a 4 course dinner with coffee. A glass of wine included with your meal. Dancing ‘til midnight. From 6.30pm, £55 per person.

Advance booking required Hall Place and Gardens, Bourne Road, Bexley, Kent DA5 1PQ

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A Wizarding Winter Fair Christmas is a special time of The Wizarding Winter Fair will fill you with Christmas spirit! All the funds raised will be used for enhancements to the Science facilities at TGS. The Lotions & Potions Room will be in full swing, so come and choose your wand and earn your wand licence.

There will be bungee trampolines outdoors and a 40ft inflatable assault course, and loads of other fun & games. In the Mitchener Hall will be a Giant Snow Globe!

Live owls visiting and a food hall to tempt your festive taste buds.

The Cafe will have a delicious Hogroast on offer, plus other hot food and butter beer to tempt your tastebuds. ..or why not try your hand at Sand Art, have your fortune told or make a ceramic Christmas gift in Harry’s Pottery?

Tonbridge Grammar School, Deakin Leas, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 2LR

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The Wedding Experience at Hilton Hotel Hilton Maidstone can help you make it a day to remember. The Wedding Experience brings together a fabulous range of creative and inspirational suppliers covering all aspects of planning a wedding. 10.30-3pm.

Bearsted Road, Maidstone, Kent ME14 5AA

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Festive Carol Concert A festive concert with songs, carols and literary gems performed by The Geoffrey Whitworth Strolling Players.

Performance starts at 2.30pm (doors open at 2pm) £12 per person (includes aglass of mulled wine or juice and a mince pie).

Advance booking required Hall Place and Gardens, Bourne Road, Bexley, Kent DA5 1PQ 16 DECEMBER 2018

9 December

Christmas Food Festival at Whitstable Castle Join us for our fabulous Christmas Food Festival with a variety of locally produced food and drink stalls and Santa’s Grotto for the children and our Orangery Tearooms will be open all day serving festive lunches, mince pies, mulled wine etc. Free entry £5 per child for the grotto.

Whitstable Castle & Gardens, Kent CT5 2BW

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With Natalia Romanova Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet

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or ballet dancers all over the world, performing as a principal dancer within a company is the ultimate achievement.

We caught up with soloist Natalia Romanova of Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet to ask her about her life as a young professional ballet dancer.

“We are constantly training, performing and fine tuning our dancing and acting skills throughout the year”

Q: How long do dancers prepare for a big production like The Nutcracker? How many hours training are involved?

A: We are constantly training, performing and fine tuning our dancing and acting skills throughout the year. We tour all over the world so it’s not like we have to prepare for a one off production, it is just a way of life. On a performance day we have dance class all morning and afternoon, then the performance. It’s important to be warmed up properly. It’s certainly a way of life rather than a 9 to 5 job.

At home any free time is a great opportunity to catch up with family and friends, go to the cinema and yes, even go and watch a ballet. I still try every day to train though.

Q: While on tour, what is a typical day like?

A: If it’s not a travel day we usually stay in a local hotel, we have breakfast and then head to the theatre for warm up class with the dance mistress usually starting at 10am. A break for lunch, then it’s back to warm up class, usually on the barres in the afternoon. We don’t tend to do dress rehearsals unless something has changed dramatically as we know the performance well. Then we break for tea, and get hair and makeup ready for showtime.

If we don’t have a matinee, shows start at 7.30pm and finish at 11ish, so we change and sleep!

Q: What is your favourite dance in The Nutcracker? What do you think will impress Bromley audiences the most?

A: I think everyone looks forward to seeing the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy in The Nutcracker, it’s technically very demanding but such a joy to perform. I’m also looking forward to showcasing our new production of The Sleeping Beauty for Bromley audiences.

Q: What do most of the dancers do to relax?

What do they do in their spare time?

A: If on tour we try and take in a bit of the city we’re staying in but usually we don’t get much time.

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Q: How old is your oldest dancer? What is the typical retirement age?

A: Our company is fairly young, I don’t think age is really relevant, it’s more down to what your body is telling you. Dancing puts a lot of pressure on your joints so I suppose when my body tells me to stop I will have to. But not for a long while.

Q: What is your favourite thing about being a ballerina.

A: Performing to audiences all over the world. It’s great to see and hear the reaction that the ballet has on people. The live orchestra always adds a special buzz to the performance and it’s magical to take people on a story-telling journey with you.

THE DETAILS Enjoy Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet and their productions of The Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker at Bromley Churchill Theatre from Wed 2 – Sat 5 January, see churchilltheatre.co.uk for details.

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History with all the nasty bits left in!

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors & Awful Egyptians takes to the Churchill Theatre stage Wed 6 – Sun 10 February 2019.

Diane Parkes speaks to author Terry Deary.

Q: When you wrote your first Horrible Histories did you ever imagine the idea would go on to be so successful?

A: Yes, I think most authors believe their work will be a huge success even though most books disappear from print after a couple of months. It’s that hope that keeps us going. When I wrote my very first fiction book 38 years ago my publisher said, ‘writing is like a sausage machine and you have to keep stuffing in at one end so something comes out the other end – it is like a process’. I kept writing book after book – fifty fiction titles before HH came along - but I never imagined I would have a series which would become first of all iconic and secondly that would still be selling 25 years later.

Q: What do you believe is behind the popularity of Horrible Histories?

A: Nobody had done anything like them before and they filled a desperate need. There were fact books for children but they tended to be written by experts on the subject. They knew their history but they didn’t have a clue how to write about it for children.

So with Horrible Histories, instead of an expert who couldn’t write, they approached a children’s author who knew nothing about history. I get all my facts from research. I do my research and say ‘you will never guess what I discovered’ and ‘phwoar, this is great’. It is actually a simple answer. I say I am not an expert in history and this is why they work.

Q: Have you ever found any facts which were too horrible to include?

A: Well the publishers have said so. For example when the Vikings invaded they became settlers and had families here. But these settlers were as vicious 20 DECEMBER 2018

as the Vikings and when they invaded a Viking village they would find a Viking child, swing it by its legs and bash its brains out. But when I told the publishers they said ‘we can’t have that’ which is strange as I can’t see it is any worse than some of the other parts which have been included.

When I went to school it was all about the Romans. It was the Romans who brought civilisation, the Romans who gave us water supplies and aqueducts, the Romans who brought us straight roads – that is what they told us all the time. But the Romans were the most evil people there were.

They are the only people who killed people for sport. Thousands of them would go to an arena and watch people killed for sport and they are held up as models of civilisation. And, because teachers are telling them that, children grow up thinking the Romans were really civilised. Horrible Histories tell the truths that, in the past, teachers have cut out from history.

Q: Why do Horrible Histories work so well on stage?

A: We work really well as a team. BSC actor/ director Neal Foster is very knowledgeable and experienced in children’s theatre. BSC has been going for 25 years now. I have been a professional actor for 40 years. So, between us, we know what we are doing. We are not trying to write literary stuff. It isn’t the books on stage, we are not determined to be true to the spirit of the books, we are writing for theatre. So it is fresh and original.

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors & Awful Egyptians at Churchill Theatre Bromley from Wed 6 – Sun 10 February 2019 For more info go to churchilltheatre.co.uk

“Horrible Histories tell the truths that, in the past, teachers have cut out from history.”

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NO ONE PUTS BABY IN THE CORNER Dirty Dancing comes to Churchill Theatre Bromley, Mon 25 Feb– Sat 2 Mar 2019 was really young and being like ‘That’s not my type of film’ as I went off to play sports or whatever.

Then I revisited it when I got into the dance industry more and I was like ‘Actually, it’s a really cool film’. The more time I spent in rehearsals looking through the script, which is the same as the film, we talked a lot about it being about bravery and becoming the person you want to be, regardless of your situation and people telling you you can’t.

That’s very inspiring and I think that’s why it has done so well.

Simone: When I saw it I was like ‘I just want to be a part of this, to just be in there’ especially with scenes like Do You Love Me? where they’re just having a party and I remember watching the Mambo and thinking ‘My goodness, I want to do that!’ and now I get to do it.

Kira Malou (Frances ‘Baby’ Houseman), Michael O’reiily (Johnny Castle), and Simone Covele (Penny Johnson) talk to Simon Button about bringing the classic film to the stage.

How does it feel taking on such iconic roles?

Michael: Once you get over the fact that it’s quite a daunting role to take on because it’s so well-known it’s just really exciting. Everyone is so familiar with the show and they’re so familiar with the characters that you’re just excited to do it justice, you’re ready to put in the work and bring it to life.

Simone: I agree. It’s so exciting. Being able to play such an iconic role in a show that brings the movie to life on stage is an amazing privilege.

Kira: It is really exciting but of course there’s also a lot of pressure to do the characters justice because they are so well-known and so iconic.

How is the classic story recreated on stage?

Kira: The script is the same as the film scene-byscene, with a few extra little surprises in there, and I feel it’s done really well. The set is a smaller replica of the actual Kellerman’s resort and in fact there are three big trucks they use for the staff quarters, the inside and outside of the hotel and the resort cabins. The music, of course, is so iconic and it’s done so well with the live band being on stage. They are fantastic musicians.

Michael: The team do such a good job of bringing the story to the stage so it’s like reliving the film live.

You’ve got all the dances, all the music, the band’s on stage kicking butt - it’s such a fun show.

Can you recall when you first saw the film and the impact it had on you?

Kira: I vividly remember watching it on videotape because my mum had it and I remember watching the dance scenes in the staff quarters and I was like ‘Oh my God!’ So I knew exactly how Baby feels when she goes to the resort. It was mesmerising.

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Michael and Kira, how much pressure is there to get the legendary lift right?

Kira: It’s a huge pressure because everyone is waiting for that lift. It’s so iconic to the film, isn’t it?

But when it comes to recreating it, I trust Michael. I trust that even if I fall he’ll have my back, but touch wood nothing’s gone wrong yet.

Michael: The fun bit is when we do the lift in the water, which is done by visual effects. That’s fun because it’s where you get to mess it up and go wrong.

The music is a massive part of the Dirty Dancing experience. Do you have a favourite song from the show?

Kira: Hungry Eyes. I love that song and always have. Before I even auditioned for the show it was my alarm in the morning!

Michael: For me it’s (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life. It was a massive hit and it’s such a popular song.But it’s my favourite because it comes right at the end of the show. It’s such a climactic moment where everyone is on stage dancing together and there’s a moment where Johnny comes through the crowd so there’s a real connection with the audience.

Simone: Mine’s Do You Love Me? Love the routine, love the song, and it feels free where it’s like a party scene with your mates. It’s really raw and fun.

THE DETAILS Dirty Dancing Churchill Theatre Bromley Mon 25 Feb – Sat 2 Mar 2019

BOOK NOW Tickets: £36.00-£52.00 Churchill Theatre, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1HA churchilltheatre.co.uk Ticket Office: 020 3285 6000 tickets@churchilltheatre.co.uk

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COME FROM AWAY

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s it continues sold-out, record-breaking engagements on Broadway, across the USA and in Canada, Come From Away will land for its UK premiere at London’s Phoenix Theatre from 30 January 2019, following a European premiere at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin in December 2018.

This joyous new musical shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11, and the small Newfoundland community that invited these ‘come from aways’ into their lives.

Based on interviews with the real people who were in Gander during this time, Come From Away creators David Hein and Irene Sankoff tell over 16,000 stories over the course of 5 days in 100 minutes using 12 actors.

From 30 January 2019. Phoenix Theatre, London. ComeFromAway.co.uk Original Broadway Cast Photography by Matthew Murphy, 2017

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“A groundbreaking new musical” – The Huffington Post

“Takes you to a place you never want to leave” – Newsweek

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THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS - The Musical

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Thursday 13 December 2018 - Wednesday 2 January 2019

he Wind in the Willows brings an explosion of anarchy, humour and heart to Trinity Theatre this Christmas!

Brought to you by the same team that produced last year’s five-star production of The Wizard of Oz, this sparkling new musical by Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes features amazing designs, explosive choreography and a gloriously British score by Olivier-Award-winning composer and lyricist George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.

Ratty, Badger and Mole join the exuberant Toad and embark on a series of adventures and misadventures caused by his insatiable need for speed! Imprisoned for theft and with his existence under threat from the inhabitants of the Wild Wood, Toad must attempt a daring escape to defend Toad Hall. Featuring spectacular stagecraft and a company of professional actors as well as an ensemble of young local performers and a live orchestra this is set to be Trinity’s wildest adventure!

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Based on Kenneth Grahame’s treasured novel, the production will open on the 13th December 2018.

Trinity Theatre’s production is directed by John Martin, Trinity Theatre Artistic Director, “I’m delighted to be able to get the rights to this brand-new musical by some of the leading talents in the world of British musical theatre. This version takes a fresh modern look at a classic tale with its emphasis on friendship and tolerance and has a very important message for today”.

Trinity Theatre is renowned as a pillar of the Kent theatre & arts community. “Trinity welcomes anyone and everyone to come together and experience the arts through the widest possible range of cultural activities. This year’s Christmas Show truly resonates how we feel about our local community and why the work we do and the position we hold is so important to all generations.”

Alex Green, Executive Director of Trinity. www.trinitytheatre.net

“Trinity Theatre is renowned as a pillar of the Kent theatre & arts community”

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45 Jermyn St. Showcases the finest white truffles of the season on new menu H

and selected from Italy’s most renowned areas of great truffle provenance, 45 Jeremy St. is celebrating the finest seasonal white truffles with a delicious new menu.

Four dishes have been created to showcase the ingredient in its purest form and to allow this rare and exceptional delicacy to shine.

New this year, the truffle dessert sees sweet and savoury combine to create a mouthwatering finish. Custard made with malt extract, is set with caramelized white chocolate and topped with shaved truffles at the table.

The star of the show comes in the form of the Toasted Cheese Sandwich. This toastie is the epitome of decadent comfort food, oozing with raclette chosen to compliment the truffle with its strong but delicate taste. Before toasting, 45 Jermyn St. chefs coat homemade sourdough with freshly whipped butter laden with truffle shavings and as

a final finishing touch, this delicious dish is topped with fresh shaved truffle at the customer’s table.

The dish pairs perfectly with a glass of Vintage Champagne from 45 Jermyn St.’s excellent wine list.

For main options, homemade tagliatelle is cooked in butter and combined with parmesan, finished with shaved truffle and grated parmesan at the table.

Plus, 24-month parmesan risotto with a splash of Champagne is served alongside sliced white truffle at the table.

• Truffle toasty - £26.50 • Tagliatelle - £44 • Champagne Risotte with Alba Truffle - £44 • Set Malt Custard - £18 45 Jermyn St.Corner of Jermyn Street and Duke Street, London, SW1 6DN. The menu runs from October until January 2019.

“This toastie is the epitome of decadent comfort food, oozing with raclette chosen to compliment the truffle”

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ere at Mercedes-Benz Bromley we are driven by one simple goal: to deliver the best or nothing on all things Mercedes-Benz. We’ve a long illustrious heritage as one of the World’s most respected manufacturers and we continue to deliver the highest level of customer service possible at all of our retail sites across London. Mercedes-Benz Bromley sets the bar high when it comes to quality of service. Whenever you visit the Mercedes-Benz Bromley dealership you can be sure that every member of our Sales Team will be welcoming and have substantial knowledge of the Mercedes-Benz range. They’ll ensure you experience the highest levels of service and will guide you through the purchasing process with professionalism and honesty.

With over 2,000 vehicles in group stock you’re always guaranteed to find a car that satisfies your needs. Whether you require a comfortable family car or one of our breath taking AMG models, you’ll drive away with confidence knowing that your car has been rigorously tested to the highest standard of quality, nothing reaches the forecourt until it has met our meticulous standards. We also add a host of other benefits such as complimentary 12-month UK Roadside Assistance, ensuring we’re only a call away should anything go wrong. Our comprehensive Service Care Plans keep you and your treasured car covered for as long as you’re with us. We only ever use Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts while carrying out repairs, so you can be confident that your car is being maintained by a manufacturertrained technician using parts made specifically for your car. Our stringent methods protect your vehicle and make sure it runs as our engineers intended.

Our philosophy is based on progressive style and innovation. From the material our vehicles are made of to their structure and styling, every model we make follows the same strict procedure. We’re also committed to providing environmentally friendly, cost-effective motoring. This means constantly improving aerodynamic design and incorporating ECO functions such as Start/Stop technology and BlueEFFICIENCY engines. Although we’re engineers at heart, we take safety very seriously. We maintain an exemplary safety record and fit our vehicles with state-of-the-art technologies such as COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS and ADAPTIVE BRAKE ASSIST. Every Mercedes-

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Benz we make provides a safe and enjoyable driving experience, whether you choose to commute in a C-Class, drive across all terrains in a GLE or enjoy the exhilarating performance in a Mercedes-AMG GT. We’re determined to alter the perception of what our customers consider to be a used car.

That’s why the Mercedes-Benz Approved Used Programme goes beyond any other used car service. Not only do you have access to thousands of our most desirable models, you can drive away in confidence knowing your car has undergone a comprehensive multi-point check. The concept is simple: buying an Approved Used Mercedes-Benz guarantees the quality and customer satisfaction you would normally associate with buying a brand new car.

Whatever your lifestyle, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services has designed a range of schemes to cater for the varied needs of our customers, allowing you to worry less about the figures and spend more time on the road. Whether your vehicle is for business or pleasure, we have a solution for you.

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“With over 2,000 vehicles in group stock you’re always guaranteed to find a car that satisfies your needs”

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BISHOP CHALLONER REMEMBERS T he nursery at Bishop Challoner School in Shortlands has been instrumental in driving forward a whole-school creative initiative to commemorate the 100 years since the end of World War One. The pupils, staff and families of the school from nursery, through to sixth form, have been taking time out to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice during WWI. During form time and classes the pupils were asked to reflect and to make a poppy for our large scale cross. Pupils in the school have used felt and buttons to either sew or glue poppies and families, staff and children at home have crocheted, knitted and sewn a variety of poppies to adorn our cross. ‘It has been lovely to work together as a whole school community and this activity has enriched the learning of our youngest pupils.’ Ms Ludlam, Head of Nursery.

The large quantities of poppies donated and the Lawn of Remembrance, in front of the School, has enabled us to create a truly fitting tribute in memory of those who fought in WWI. www.bishopchallonerschool.com

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“During form time and classes the pupils were asked to reflect and to make a poppy for our large scale cross”

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Sit back, relax and let Harrods take the reins this festive season

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HAIR & BEAUTY SALON Enjoy a moment of indulgence with a selection of treatments and services and pampering products from the world’s top beauty brands. The Salon offers facials, body treatments, hamman experiences, hairstyling and much more.

To book, call 020 7893 8333 or email hairandbeautysalon@harrods.com.

SALON DE PARFUMS Give a loved one the gift of a new signature scent. Salon de Parfums on the Sixth Floor features the world’s finest and rarest scents within 17 boutiques. The team can also create personalised fragrance bottles or a completely bespoke scent.

WINE CONSULTATION Find the perfect match for your festive menu.

Visit the specially designed Consultation Room in the new Fine Wines & Spirits rooms for advice covering everything from flavour profiling to drinking preferences.

To book, contact the team on wine@harrods.com.

CUSTOMISED CAKES Create an edible masterpiece this Christmas. With just a picture or an idea – from a Nativity scene to Father Christmas – designers will model your cake in any flavour imaginable.

Call 020 7893 8041 or email foodentertaining@harrods.com.

CHRISTMAS FLORISTRY TOY CONCIERGE Guarantee yours is the mostplayed-with present this year.

Their highly-trained team can provide industry knowledge and advice on the latest toy trends in the newly refurbished Toys department on the Fourth Floor.

To book an appointment, email toyconcierge@harrods.com

Deck your halls with a beautiful door wreath, table centrepiece, or an entire Christmas tree courtesy of florist Neill Strain. Visit the Food Halls on the Ground Floor to see ready-made designs or to discuss bespoke styling.

MONOGRAMMING AT HARRODS From scarves and notebooks to perfume and cutlery, your gift deserves an extra flourish!

• Emboss your Smythson Gifts from £6 per letter.

Third Floor • Emboss your Aspinal of London gifts from £15 for four letters. Third Floor • Engrave any bottle from Salon de Parfums. Prices vary, Sixth Floor • Enjoy complimentary monogramming on all gifts from My 1st Years. Baby Gifts & Layette, Fourth Floor • Until Sunday 2nd December, enjoy monogramming of initials or a name on any purchase from Johnstons of Elgin. Men’s Collection, Lower Ground Floor www.harrods.com. @Harrods #HarrodsChristmas

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Happy Xmas Melody

Pierre Marcolini 2018 Christmas collection festive touch for your tables. Inside each bell you will find a heavenly praline centre. Duo of bells available in milk or dark chocolate, 63g £12.00

Magical melody PRALINE PRESENTS A pitch-perfect way to share peerless pralines. These crunchy bite-size delights look like little presents and come in six flavours. Single, 30g. £3.00. Box of 6 180g. £20.00

Fire in the Belly RARE RUMS AND WHISKIES

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here’s a whirlwind of fun and fascination rushing through Pierre Marcolini HQ this Christmas. Chocolate goodies and pastry perfection sidle up next to classic Christmas logs.

Presents pirouette to the jingle of delicious little chocolate bells, macaroons sparkle beneath their gleaming shells, sending you giddy with Champagne flavours. This year as with every other, their expert conductor waves his baton to put new twists on much-loved praline recipes, blending exceptional single-origin ingredients with his peerless Maison chocolate.

Get ready to revel in the unmistakable sound of Pierre Marcolini’s Xmas Melody…

Irresistible Bells THE CHRISTMAS TREE Ever the centrepiece, this year’s magical tree comes bedecked with dark chocolate and praline bells.

Hidden underneath are two drawers of delightful truffles and pralines, while bite-size delights lie at its feet like presents waiting to be ripped open. 2 drawers of 36 truffles and 36 praline bells, 1500g. £139.00

Joyful Jingling DUO OF BELLS Little treats to savour, these are the perfect finishing 36 DECEMBER 2018

Those with a soft spot for fine spirits should look no further than these remarkable, limited edition boxes of ganaches infused with rare rums and whiskies.

Malline’ of 36: 220g £49.00. ‘Plumier’ of 18: 110g £25.00.

Yearning for Yuletide DESIRS – CHRISTMAS EDITION Pierre Marcolini’s all-new patisserie collection is joined by a remarkable array of beautifully presented Christmas logs. These 3 new recipes created especially for the season will be served alongside your favourites from the permanent collection: Caramel chocolate, Rose, Passion Fruit & Raspberry and ‘Merveilleux’. Single, 60g £7.90.

Available at all Pierre Marcolini boutiques worldwide and online at www.marcolini.com Facebook.com/PierreMarcolini. Twitter/ Instagram - @pierremarcolini

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FORTNUM & MASON Masters of Merry since 1707

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he iconic store has been Masters of Merry since 1707. 311 years on and the eight iconic windows on Piccadilly capture key festive moments, and showcase hours of meticulous craftsmanship using hand sculpting and painting, customised lighting and bespoke engineering – because what you can’t see in the photos is that they all whirl, move, and spin!

Christmas simply isn’t Christmas without Fortnum & Mason.

Deck the halls The list of dazzling Christmas decorations available from Fortnum’s Christmas Shop is truly magical.

Whether you are looking for a cute puppy on ice skates, a traditional Father Christmas figure, glamorous and glimmering baubles, a miniaturised Fortnum’s hamper, a hot air balloon, or beehive to hang from your tree, the seasonal selection are sure to brighten up any room with Christmas charm.

You can be sure of finding it there!

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Things that make you go boom!

In true Fortnum’s style, they are keeping the Christmas cracker tradition alive with a glittering collection of hand decorated crackers. Their cracker range is suitably impressive and includes: The extraordinary Majestic Crackers (£1,000) are handmade and filled with a gold fabric crown, entertaining scroll and a truly cherishable gift.

Gold Wreath Crackers (£550) contain a crown, an entertaining scroll, and a beautiful gift - from an elegant silk pocket square to a Fortnum’s silver plated honey drizzler.

The Glittering Christmas Crackers (£175) are finished with an elegant bow and contain a traditional crown, entertaining scroll, and an extraordinary Fortnum’s gift - from Fortnum’s tea and honey, to chocolates and a Champagne stopper.

Gift Ideas The Foodie - Some love to cook, others love to devour. From Christmas hampers brimming with delicious delights to kitchenware of mixing bowls, measuring spoons and even chef ’s hats at the ready!

Christmas Gift Cards There’s nothing quite like giving the gift of Fortnum’s, so why not treat your loved ones with a Fortnum’s gift card. Presented in a luxury Eau di Nil box, gift cards are redeemable online, as well as in their iconic Piccadilly store and over the telephone.

The Explorer - For those with a spirit for adventure, Fortnum’s have hand-picked an actionready selection of gifts. Get ready to indulge their love for everything from globetrotting to outdoor pursuits.

The Little Ones - Make Christmas even more enchanting with a selection of teddies for treasuring, blankies for snuggling and personalised decorations to call their own. It’ll be a Christmas they never forget.

Christmas Events Throughout December come together and get crafting with Fortnum’s. Their Christmas Kitchen is alight with activities from festive crackers and wreathmaking to Christmas stockings and biscuit decorating in our Demo Kitchen.

SKATE 2018 – Until Sunday 13 January 2019 London’s most beautiful ice rink has returned to Somerset House for Christmas, and so has Fortnum’s. Take a stroll down the Christmas Arcade for a piece of Piccadilly with festive gifts, decorations, wine and food. Visit the Fortnum’s Lodge for Mince Pies, Fondues for Two, Hot Chocolate, Champagne, and more.

The Pampered - Keep everyone calm and relaxed this Christmas with Fortnum’s wonderful pampering goodies – from scents to suit one’s character to unique treatments in their iconic Piccadilly store.

The Best Dressed - Find the perfect gift for those whose outfit is always tip top! Cast your eyes on Fortnum’s hand-picked Christmas gifts to put a touch more style even in the most stylish of wardrobes.

For more details visit www.fortnumandmason.com. Fortnum & Mason, 181 Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER

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– Fashion, health and beauty news to keep you looking and feeling your best – i m a g e : RO W HILL GRA N G E

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BEAUTY & FASHION WE LOVE Ted Baker Hero Pink Musical Jewellery Box store.wildandwolf.co.uk

ETHICAL STYLE The bucket bag solves your daily dilemmas: can be worn 3 ways (cross body, backpack and shoulder bag) and is surprisingly spacious. The Ju bucket saved from landfill: 12 meters of seatbelts, 10 plastic bottles and 600g of fabric. The Bom Bom bag can convert from belt bag, clutch, crossbody to shoulder really easily just by adjusting the chain, giving you four bags in one. The Bom Bom bag is made from reincarnated materials and has saved from landfill: 6 meters of seatbelts, 3 plastic bottles & 200 g of fabric. www.frombelo.com

wrap up warm Lapuan Kankurit is a Finnish jacquard linen and wool weaving mill, where weaving skills, production technology and material know-how have been refined into excellence within the same family since 1917. www.lapuankankurit.fi

GETTING cosy FOR WINTER Moccis are a hybrid of a sock and slipper in one, making them the perfect indoor footwear. They feature a soft leather sole that prevents you from slipping and falling down and are super soft and cosy, yet indestructible. www.moccis.co.uk

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EYES WIDE SHUT These eye masks are part of the Coastal Collection. Cecilia drew inspiration from her travels around the UK and the coasts. From the shapes and colours of the beach huts at Whitstable to the textures of the pebbles found on St Ives beaches. The shapes and subtle layers of colour never fail to inspire her. www.bycecil.com 42 DECEMBER 2018

This gold band ring has been textured by the seeds of rye grass.

The gorgeously textured band is unisex in design. www.lucysylvester.com

Blue Velvet, the home of contemporary and Luxury footwear direct from the heart of Europe. Always one step ahead, they have established themselves on their quality and first-rate service.

Visit Blue Velvet Shoes at 174 Kings Road, SW3 4UP or call 020 7376 7442 buy online www.bluevelvetshoes.com

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estled within 15 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, the 4-silver star Rowhill Grange Hotel and Utopia Spa is a slice of luxury in the Kentish countryside.

Lose yourself in the winding pathways of the secret gardens, indulge in a delicious afternoon tea in our cosy lounges and enjoy a little bit of ‘me time’ in our award-winning Utopia Spa. Step into Utopia Spa to find a top floor swimming pool, bubbling hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room and submerge yourself into a world of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Spa go-ers can experience true Utopia with a heavenly treat in one of the 21 tranquil treatment rooms. Alternatively, pop by the nail spa for a bespoke manicure or pedicure and allow Utopia Spa to nurture and nourish your tired hands and feet ahead of Winter.

Before Christmas, why not spoil yourself with the brand-new Drift Away Half Spa Day and enjoy two 40-minute treatments of your choice, a delicious dining experience: two course lunch or afternoon tea and full use of the spa facilities, from £139 per person.

During your spa experience, be sure to benefit from the complimentary skin care classes on offer for expert advice on how to keep your skin in tip top condition throughout the Winter months.

Those looking for the perfect Christmas Gift can browse the full selection of Festive Gift Vouchers, including Spa Days, Afternoon Tea, Spa Treatments and luxurious Overnight Breaks.

Find out more at www.rowhillgrange.co.uk

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Downsizing or rightsizing?

Downsizing in retirement can not only be the right thing to do but also an invigorating move

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e are constantly being told that there is an inadequate supply of family homes, but how many of family houses are currently being lived in by people in their 70’s and 80’s? Around 3.1million people who have paid off their mortgage are in homes where there are two bedrooms for everyone living there while, according to research by estate agents Savills, the over-65s own £1.2trillion of today’s property wealth.

Although it may seem a daunting prospect, downsizing can be a positive and rewarding decision. Not only can it release equity it can also release the stress and expense of maintaining a large house and gardens. But more importantly it means moving to a property which is right for you. Retirement apartments today can provide generous sized apartments with fantastic facilities and services. It also means being within a social community surrounded by likeminded neighbours.

Paul Hart, manager at the newly opened retirement village, Emerson Park in Hextable, Kent, commented, “Many people have the preconceived idea that retirement apartments are small pokey flats with very little or no support and facilities.

This certainly isn’t the case at Emerson Park; large well-designed apartments with the very highest quality specification are complimented with luxury amenities such as the Club House Room where you can meet friends for a coffee or enjoy a 3-course meal, obviously after enjoying a G&T in the bar first! You can keep in shape in the gym and then be pampered in the hair and beauty salon. Or why not take up a new hobby? Our dedicated Events & Activities Manager arrange a whole host of social events tailored around the interests of the people living here.”

As well as having all these facilities on your doorstep a move to such a retirement community not only means you can enjoy the independence of a new home but also live without the worry of the ongoing upkeep and maintenance associated with an older property. As well as this is the support 46 DECEMBER 2018

system which is available at certain retirement developments and one Paul was keen to explain.

“It’s not only the apartment and facilities which people are buying into at Emerson Park, but also the services. Our driver will provide daily scheduled trips, either to the local supermarket or to places of interest such as National Trust properties or a theatre trip. Our gardeners and maintenance team will ensure the site looks its best throughout the year. Plus, all apartments have the reassurance of an emergency call system which are answered by members of staff who are on-site 24-hours a day.”

Like any move, the decision to move house and downsize is certainly a big one. However, this can be an exhilarating and positive decision; one where you can move to a property which is right for you within a luxury, social and friendly community.

The show apartment at Emerson Park is available to view Monday to Saturday 10am – 4pm and on Sunday by prior appointment.

For further information on Emerson Park call 01322 515415 or visit www.cinnamoncc.com/ emersonpark

“Large well-designed apartments with the very highest quality specification are complimented with luxury amenities”

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Why leave it until you lose a close friend or family member to Cardiac Arrest?

Get trained now from £29.00 • Find out where your nearest defibrillator is Buy a defibrillator for your street • Rent a defibrillator from us from £40 a month

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ust imagine this....You are walking back home from town when, without any warning, you suddenly collapse with a Cardiac Arrest. Seconds from a certain death, out of nowhere an off-duty PC and a FedEx van driver come to your aid and start performing CPR on you. These two good samaritans perform CPR for almost 15 mins until an ambulance arrives with defibrillator to restart your heart and a Kent Surrey & Sussex air ambulance flies you to King’s College Hospital in London.

Very scary stuff ? Well, this actually happened to Francis on the 27th July this year in Reigate. After 10 days at King’s College hospital, he returned home having made a full recovery, thanks in no small part to the speedy application of CPR. Only too aware of the role CPR had played in his survival story, we at Heart Angels were honoured to be asked by Francis to go and teach him and his loving wife our special way of teaching CPR and defibrillator use, including our technology-advanced light-up mannequins and Virtual Reality Headsets.

Here are some scary facts so get prepared: • 1 70% Of Cardiac Arrest happens between 01-00 and 08.00 am I guess you’ll be near home, so get the person you share your bed with trained.

• We sell LIFE GIFT VOUCHERS • 78 % of cardiac arrests happen to MEN. A woman’s heart is genetically stronger.

Heart Angels are Europe’s most advanced CPR & Defibrillator training and supplier.

Using state of the art mannequins that light up and virtual reality goggles we can teach to the highest standards.

Using our Zoll defibrillators to show full on scenarios to give our students the confidence to step up if needed.

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Heart Angels And The Community

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We are going out training the youngsters who are in or on the edge of Gang Life in London.

We are teaching them The Gift Of Being A Life Saver instead of stabbing and killing others. We are hoping this will get them back into society by giving them self esteem. Also saving their wounded friends. We need funding to train every child in education the Art Of CPR. We need every layer of society involved – whatever ethnic background, whether rich or poor. We are going to make London the safest place in the world to suffer a cardiac arrest – we need your help.

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LOUISE REDKNAPP’S BEAUTY ESSENTIALS The singer reveals her skincare, hair and make-up must-haves. WORDS: Katie Wright

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s a busy mum constantly juggling home life with work projects, Louise Redknapp doesn’t have much time for pampering.

“I don’t often have a lot of different beauty treatments,” says the singer and former Eternal star, who split from her ex-footballer husband Jamie last year.

“I’m not someone who goes and has different facials, but my mum is a facial reflexologist and I swear by that.”

The practice involves massaging pressure points on the face that are said to correlate with different parts of the body and is intended to improve facial muscle tone and firmness.

“It’s really good for anti-ageing,” Redknapp, 43, says. “She uses the crystals. It’s great for skin rejuvenation and lifting.

“So that’s really the one thing that I love to do to pamper myself, and it’s kind of holistic and you get to zone out, especially when your mum does it, so it’s a bit of a bonus.”

And it seems to be working, because the mumof-two looks fabulous.

Facial sessions with mum aside, Redknapp likes to keep it simple with her home beauty routine and is a big fan of natural oils and hard-working skincare so that she doesn’t have to wear a lot of make-up.

Here, she shares her five favourite beauty products and why she loves them so much...

Dr. Frances Prenna Jones Formula, £38 “I use it day and night. I love it. It’s something 50 DECEMBER 2018

I’ve used for ten years now and I swear by it,” says Redknapp of the serum, which is packed with antioxidants and should be used after cleansing and before moisturising.

Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer, £30 “I hate a heavy make-up look,” she confesses, preferring to use the Nars cult favourite for her base. “It’s a really natural tinted moisturizer, really glossy. I can just apply it easily.”

L’Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil, £36 “I love almond oil or any sort of oil just to put on my eyebrows and eyelashes - really just to try and keep them as healthy and strong as possible. “Again, I’m not really into the fake eyelashes and drawing in my brows so I try and use oils.”

Neal’s Yard Rejuvenating Frankincense Facial Oil, £32 “I love frankincense oil for my skin, face, and body,” the singer says. “It’s really lovely on your face. I tend to use that if my skin is really dry.”

Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, £41, Space NK Redknapp keeps it simple with her hair too, finishing it off with a GHD straightener, “just to smooth out the end of my hair for hair product.

I love Oribe texturizing spray on my hair, that’s a great product.”

Louise Redknapp has partnered with Specsavers to launch Frame Styler. For more information visit specsavers.co.uk.

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ICONIC LIPSTICK LOOKS FROM THE 1950s TO NOW

Marilyn Monroe’s trademark red One of the most iconic lipstick looks of all time comes from Fifties bombshell Marilyn Monroe, whose luscious scarlet pout helped to cement her status as one of the most popular sex symbols in the history of showbiz.

And if you thought Kim Kardashian invented contouring, think again.

Monroe started contouring her lips lining them with a deep red shade then adding ruby on top and a moisturising shine to achieve her pristine pout - way before the social media stars of today.

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Twiggy’s pale pink Teen trendsetter, daring dresser and ultimate Sixties fashion icon - Twiggy shunned the previous decade’s love of bright, bold shades, instead opting for a chic, muted pink or a shimmery beige shade, which became a trademark part of her famous look. The model’s subtle lips made sure not to detract from her huge blue eyes and doll-like lashes, instead making her lips look naturally full.

Boy George, the colour chameleon

Gwyneth Paltrow’s bevy of browns

In his Eighties heyday, Culture Club singer Boy George experimented with outrageous hair and makeup looks. Pairing multi-coloured eye make-up and voluminous hair with dark purple, red or even black metallic lipstick to create his flamboyant look, the pop star was never afraid to stand out - and he still rocks his androgynous style with confidence.

During the age of super-thin brows, Friends and the rise of grunge, Gwyneth Paltrow was one of many celebs who opted for the earthy, brown lip look. The actress wore this popular Nineties trend in a range of shades, from a moody mocha to a reddish spiced cinnamon, varying from a matte finish to gloss to suit any outfit or occasion.

Harriet Evans looks

back on some of the most famous pouts of all time.

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hether you have a signature shade, or a library of lipsticks to choose from, we all have our favourite lip look. Lipstick has evolved and expanded massively over the years, and served as far more than just make-up. From being an expression of femininity and sexuality in the Fifties, to a provocative statement in the Eighties. The purpose of one of our make-up bag staples has continued to

change as the years have passed, often reflecting the mood, trends and climate of the time.

The history of adding colour to the lips actually goes back hundreds of years, long before the days of liquid lip kits and Instagram lip art, and we’ve seen our fair share of memorable looks from celebrities through the decades. Here’s a look back at some of the most iconic celebrity lipstick looks through the years...

“Kylie Cosmetics launched in 2016”

Britney Spears’ girly gloss

Alexa Chung’s barely-there pink

Noughties nostalgia is everywhere at the moment, including a resurgence of the kind of lip gloss championed by the princess of pop around the turn of the millennium. Britney Spears’ often reached for a caramel nude or sweet pink hue, smothered with a sticky gloss finish, sometimes even adding shimmer on top to achieve a frosted look - another Noughties favourite.

Renowned for her effortless natural beauty and much-copied style, Alexa Chung’s soft pink lip look has become recognisable alongside her smudgy eyeliner and artfully undone hair. The model-turned-presenter has been a fashion icon since the Noughties, her style evolving from indie ingenue to edgy red carpet glamour, but her make-up has remained subtle and never overdone.

Nicki Minaj’s potent pink

Kylie Jenner’s many mattes

It’s not uncommon to see the pink-obsessed hip-hop diva Nicki Minaj - whose albums include Pink Friday and The Pinkprint - clad from head to toe in her favourite bubblegum shade.

The music star’s hot-pink pout can often be seen perfectly cocoordinating with her manicured nails, showstopping clothes, and sometimes even her candyflosscoloured hair.

The baby of the Kardashian clan, Kylie Jenner used her favourite lip look as the springboard for a hugely successful business, when Kylie Cosmetics launched in 2016 with a range of sell-out matte liquid lip kits, modelled by her own cosmeticallyenhanced pout (although she recently revealed she’d had her lip fillers removed). Still only 20 years old, the reality TV star’s make-up brand continues to grow, and she’s reportedly set to become America’s youngest-ever self-made billionaire.

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INTERIORS The Lux Kingdom Trend

CREATE A BIG REACTION FOR CHRISTMAS

From sumptuous faux fur to opulently elegant soft-seating, British furniture brand Icon has a range of fantastic gift ideas to create a big reaction this Christmas. For the effortlessly chic person in your life, the Dolce Vita collection has some fabulously stylish pieces using soft velvet fabrics. And faux fur is very much on-trend, so warm up someone’s winter with one of Icon’s luxuriously of thick throws in a variety of styles. www.beanbagbazaar.co.uk

California Dreamin’

Minimalistic and functional, this striking Scandinavian inspired range is bound to benefit modern living. Equipped with a QI Wireless Charger, USB Ports and 2.1 Bluetooth Speakers - this chic, high-tech accessory is a dream come true. www.wooden-furniture-store.co.uk

“When it comes to brightening up a living space with a focal-point sofa, consider both colour and texture, as well as context”

TAKE A SEAT

Getting the perfect living space relies on finding the right sofa.

When it comes to brightening up a living space with a focal-point sofa, consider both colour and texture, as well as context. For example, the Vivienne 2 Seat Sofa’s smooth velvet upholstery and rich colour brings classy, high-end appeal and would perfectly complement a modern or chic living room. Not forgetting the sleek mid-century style legs for an extra dimension of glam. www.cultfurniture.com 56 DECEMBER 2018

Take a walk on the wild side with the Lux Kingdom movement.

Giraffes, Pandas and Cheetahs are taking over 2019 interior styles and Hurn & Hurn have you covered. With vibrant colours and tropical patterns, this animalistic trend will bring jungle madness to your home within minutes. We love this Gold Giraffe Side Table – add to any living room longing for a tropical statement piece. www.hurnandhurn.com

delicious designs from rume We love these delicious, brand new designs from the tremendous Timorous Beasties. Bloomsbury Garden cushions available in four colours and two slightly varied designs. www.rume.co.uk

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Grants of sevenoaks

John Grant has been creating high quality, bespoke kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, studies and free standing furniture for over 30 years

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ach piece of furniture, whether free standing or fitted is created to my client’s individual design and personal needs. I am keen to hear their ideas and will advise on all types of different woods and their benefits, as well as painted finishes and the final result and appearance.

Competitively priced*, I combine traditional hand crafted joinery methods and hand finishing to the highest standards with modern superior fittings, accessories and appliances.

I encourage my clients to view each commission as it takes shape at my workshop in Seal to ensure that their needs are met, even if this changes as the work progresses. I arrange and coordinate the whole process from design to completion. * All of our bedroom and kitchen furniture is priced by the metre run Unit 3, Chart Farm Seal Chart, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0ES; Telephone: 01732 763610 or 07809 504251; info@grantsofsevenoaks.co.uk Follow us on FB Grants Of Sevenoaks www.grantsofsevenoaks.co.uk

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“I combine traditional hand crafted joinery methods and hand finishing to the highest standards with modern superior fittings, accessories and appliances�

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The Perfect Kitchen

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reating the perfect kitchen for you is an exciting project. No doubt you will have seen pictures in magazines and online or stood in a kitchen that has given you inspiration, but as you start to create your own you’ll find hundreds of options to choose from such as mixing and matching styles to contrast or compliment the rest of your home, combining materials with different aesthetic qualities and deciding on colour schemes to add your own personal touch to name just a few. With so much to consider, having an experienced designer to help guide you is invaluable.

Here Schmidt Kitchens Sevenoaks gives their top 10 tips to guide you to creating the perfect kitchen for you.

1 Plan early. If extending, having your kitchen design ready will help avoid having to make too many compromises. Your architects and structural engineer can then ensure water, electric and drainage are best placed.

2 Create a ‘golden triangle’. Keep your sink, fridge and hob in a triangle with no more than 2m between each if possible. This will allow you to stand in the middle and be a step away from everything you need and create a much more ergonomic space.

3 Don’t try to cram too much in to a space.

There is nothing more disappointing than investing in a kitchen and it feeling cramped. Always leave a minimum of 900mm+ between units to allow for doors to open and people to move around each other easily.

4 Make the kitchen multi functional. Apart from cooking, what will the space be used? Would it benefit from a breakfast bar or seated island to create a functional, yet social area to do your cooking? There’s nothing like a glass of wine with a friend whilst you cook or being able to prepare dinner whilst kids do their homework.

5 Invest in made to measure. Many pre manufactured units will leave you requiring large filler panels to cover up gaps leaving you with wasted potential. Made to measure will allow you to use every millimetre to get maximum value from

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your space, increase storage and create options for more gadgets too.

6 Be smart with your storage. Why not get a tall larder unit with drawers in it, rather than shelves, to ensure that the can of beans at the back of the cupboard is not forgotten about for years to come!

7 Remember a rubbish bin! Imagine your lovely kitchen has just been installed, you’ve used up all the available space and now you have to find somewhere to put a big ugly bin, get a set of integrated bins tucked away in a unit out of sight.

Small things can make a big difference.

8 Make sure that cleaning the dishes is a breeze. Locate your dishwasher underneath your sink drainer as this will allow you to quickly rinse and place anything into the dishwasher in one swift movement.

9 Safety first. Ovens above the height of a child, boiling tap that can’t be turned on easily or knocked on by accident, and induction hobs that have a much cooler residual surface temperature designed to make our kitchen a safer place.

10 Design what is right for you. Don’t need a dishwasher? Don’t get one. Want a gas hob? Get a gas hob. Want to store enough wine to party in style?

Get a wine cooler that can hold 20+ bottles.

14-18 London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1AJ. 01732 755555. www.home-design.schmidt

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Sugar-coated surrealism in Sketch-style interiors A

dd instant Insta-kudos with Cult Furniture’s latest collection, which combines the heady surrealism of oversized shapes, a PeptoBismol palette and glam metallic accents. The collection echoes the iconic interior ethos of Sketch Gallery and Restaurant, Mayfair - often described as one of the most ‘grammable eateries in town.

The star of the showcase collection is the plush Evelyn Accent Chair. Standing glamorously on four black legs, the art deco style chair is upholstered in blossom pink velvet. A beautifully scalloped cocoon of a seat, the Evelyn bears more than a passing likeness to the dining chairs at Sketch, which were specifically designed to resemble a French sponge finger dessert! This occasional chair is the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine, or if you’re feeling fancier (and you will be), a sparkling champagne. The Evelyn Accent Chair ticks all the boxes if you’re looking to add a boudoir feel to your bedroom, living room, or even to complement your existing hotel lobby furniture. Available in a range of colours from pink to teal and with the choice of black or brass leg finish, this show stopping chair will emit glamour wherever it’s placed.

While the walls of Sketch are famously filled with Shrigley sketches, Cult ramps up the cinematic surrealism with the greyscale Cult Living Desert Cactus Art Print Framed Poster. The muted grey hues will add a drama to your décor, reminiscent of old school Westerns, while the contrasting gold frame will put a contemporary spin on the piece.

Create an industrial lighting statement with the Vega Oversized Metal Pendant Light in copper. The warm metallic façade

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“The muted grey hues will add a drama to your décor, reminiscent of old school Westerns, while the contrasting gold frame will put a contemporary spin on the piece”

with a retro twinge is perfect for capturing the 40’s brasserie feel. With cable and ceiling fixture included, you can group a few together or select one for a stand out look. With its large domed shape, the Vega will accentuate features in your home with its concentrated flow of light from its domed shade.

An ideal choice for hanging over dining tables and cosy reading chairs.

The Cloud Modern Clock exudes style and adds an air of cool sophistication to any room it’s placed in. In fact, it’s so cool it doesn’t even need numbers.

The minimalist design is a beautiful composition of copper and light grey, which chimes perfectly with the Sketch aesthetic while letting the character pieces do the talking.

Details are the key to acing avant-garde Sketch flamboyance, so bling up your table-setting with the Home Features Gold Cutlery. The chic and stylish Gold set of 4 cutlery pieces is so elegant that you’ll feel like royalty using it at the dining table. Cast from solid stainless steel with a gold finish, this four-piece cutlery set includes a dinner fork, a knife, a soup spoon and a tea spoon.

The Present Time Fruit Bowl Wired Metal Copper is an architectural take on an everyday storage item. Its fluted shape echoes the scalloped back of the Evelyn Chair, curving up to give you more room for treats, while looking like a work of art on your dining table or kitchen worktop.

Add another art deco accent to your living space with the lush Viserra Low Stool, finely upholstered in Blossom Pink velvet. The low stool, which has an extra touch of class thanks to its circular gold band making this the perfect option for adding a touch of luxury to your living room.

Combining the best of Scandinavian simplicity with the timeless look of luxury, the Baltimore Footstool is as stylish as it is versatile.

Wrapped in pink velvet, the round stool can be used as a sofa foot rest or as extra seating around a small table. It’s four supportive brass legs ensure durability, giving you a place to rest your feet for years to come. www.cultfurniture.com

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FOOD & DRINK – Bringing you updates on the local food and drink scene – i m a g e : HAV E T

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Havet Restaurant Fresh food Daily

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ooking for deliciously fresh Turkish food with mouth-wateringly authentic flavours, amazing quality ingredients, generous portions… and all served in a welcoming, buzzy, convivial atmosphere in the heart of Bromley and Tonbridge? Welcome to Havet Restaurant.

Our ethos is ‘fresh food, daily’ which means we’re dedicated to sourcing the very best produce available so that our talented chefs can create delicious dishes, bursting with flavour.

Everything on our menu is freshly made according to recipes passed to us by our parents and grandparents and given a modern twist. Every dish and menu item is prepared under our roof using the best and freshest ingredients possible, every single day.

We’re up early to go to the markets and bring home only the premium meats and top-notch fresh produce, just as our families have done for generations before us when preparing home-cooked food.

Our expert chefs create meals that are abundant with all the amazing flavours of Turkish cooking.

Combining the sun-drenched flavours of the Mediterranean with the earthy, delicately spiced dishes of the Middle East, we’ve created a menu that celebrates the best of our parents’ homeland.

High quality ingredients mean great tasting food.

Taking our cue from the success of meze dining, our extensive menu is flexible – you can tailor a meal to suit your tastes and mood, choosing your meat and your sides in a ‘pick and mix’ approach that our diners love. At Havet, you’ll find all your favourite Turkish, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-influenced dishes and plenty of fish and vegetarian choices too. Choose from traditional

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Turkish meze, mousaka, fish kebabs and perfectly marinated meats. Our kebabs are cooked over our traditional open mangal (charcoal grill).

Havet is not about fine dining: ours is a busy, vibrant restaurant with a lot of atmosphere… and our menus reflect that. We may use the best of fresh ingredients and create all our dishes in-house without relying on mass-produced ingredients, but we achieve a balance between offering the very best Turkish cuisine, yet remaining an affordable place to eat.

“We’re up early to go to the markets and bring home only the premium meats and top-notch fresh produce”

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Fresh Food, modern vibrant dining “We wanted to create a dining experience reminiscent of our childhood mealtimes. The result is Havet: a friendly, buzzing, authentic Turkish restaurant, full of atmosphere”

Bromley: 195-197 High Street, Bromley, BR1 1NN 0208 2906717 Tonbridge: 150-152 High Street, Tonbridge, TN9 1BB 01732 387387 www.havetrestaurant.com

“From the minute you walk through the door your senses tell you what we’re about: freshness, quality food, expertly prepared and cooked and a great dining experience”

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Authentically Italian: Ti Amo words: Joe Caddy

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eliciously fresh Italian ingredients, cheerful chefs, exquisite wines, vibrant cocktails and a relaxed great quality authentic atmosphere are the ingredients to Ti Amo An early success as a small team under the guidance of Head Chef Raffaele Marotta introduces us to a superb glass of red wine Maclura Terre Di Nano from Tuscany Val d’ Orcia informing us this is the only place in Kent you can drink this superb wine.

Raffaele met Owner Altan in his hometown Cassino and the idea was born to introduce the authentic style and taste of his hometown to the quiet corner of Kent.

After seeing the wood fired pizza oven built around an oak tree and seeing the detail the Italian

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kitchen staff put into preparing each fresh dish whether its hand made Tagliatelle Scoglio or the vibrant & simple basil, tomato, water, flour & mozzarella creating their perfect Wood Fired Pizza, we know this restaurant and bar will certainly be a favourite and much welcome addition to those who enjoy a relaxed, yet high quality local Italian food & drink experience.

An added touch of brilliance is the outside terrace where we enjoyed aperitivo, then late evening refreshing cocktails under large umbrellas with cosy blankets as the sun set .tastefully lit by a festoon of bulbs.

Tiamo is open Tuesday to Sunday with lunch menu at weekends, takeaway also available.

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Bookings 01689874407

“We know this restaurant and bar will certainly be a favourite and much welcome addition”

BO NEW YEAR’S EV E mENu £80.00 per person (includes: the all foo d experience “9 co A glass of Prosecc urses”) o complimentary will be served on arrival and the en d of the night. Sit ting at 7.30pm.

chRISTmAS DAY mENu £65.00 per person A complimentary glass of arrival.

Prosecco will be served on pm 4.30 and pm 2.30 : ngs sitti Two

STARTER CARPACCIO DI TO NNO & OSTRICHE Tuna carpaccio, se rved with Oysters, l fresh Amalfi lemon, extra vergin olive oil.

PROSCIUTTO SA N DANIELE A TAGL IO BURRATA AFFUMICATA CO N POMODORINI VESUVIANI Fine sliced San Da niele Ham, served with smoked Burrata cheese & Mont Vesuvius’s To matoes.

TRIO DI PARMIGIAN A Trio of Roasted au bergine 1) with To mato, Mozzarella Parmesan cheese & , 2) with Potatoes, Parmesan cheese Mozzarella & , 3) Courgette, Mo zzarella & Parmes an cheese.

STARTER INSALATA DI MARE opus, Fresh Sea Food Salad of Oct carrots es, oliv es, ato Squid, cherry tom on. lem h fres with ed son sea all , VEGETALI SCAPECE TAGLIERE DEI AFFETTATI meat, served d cure of n ctio A sele ace (oil, le with grilled vegetab scap leafs) t min h fres lic, gar gar, vine ETANA POL NA ZO INSALATA DI RINFOR d, served sala an olet Nap al ition A trad s, green with cauliflower, red pepper white ers, cap es, oliv k blac and olive oil. in verg a extr wine vinegar and

PASTA RAVIOLO DI BUFA LA CON SALSA AL TARTUFO Home made raviol i stuffed with Bufal o ricotta, served in a fresh truffle white sauce and shaved truffles.

TIMBALLO DI PAST A E CACIO CON STRACOTTO Timbale of pasta & Cacio cheese, wr apped in roasted aubergine, served with slow cooked braised beef.

PASTA ALLE VONGOLE LI TIEL ALA SCI ta, served with Home made scialatelli pas te wine sauce. whi and lic gar s, clam veraci E BURRATA E ZAN RAVIOLI DI MELEN fed with stuf oli ravi e mad e Hom red cherry h fres a in aubergine, served burrata le who and ce sau ato tom . ese che

mAIN STINCO DI AGNE LLO, PUREA DI PA TATA DOLCE, GRANOL ATA & TARTUFO Slow cooked lamb shank, served with sweet potatoes pu truffle & granolata ree, (parsley, garlic, fre juice, extra virgin sh lemon olive oil, bread cru mb s, salt & black pepp ASTICE GRATINAT A CON INVOLTIN er).

I DI ZUCCHINI & Gratineted Lobster SALSA VERDE , served with courg ettes involtini & sal verde (parsley, ga sa rlic, capers, anchov ies, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin oliove oil, sal t & black pepper)

mAIN NA DI VITELLO CON LEG A O OST ARR ETALI PATATE ARROSTITE & VEG l, served with vea n ove d woo ted roas Slow vegetables. roasted potatoes and mix DESSERT FRANGELICO ALLA ATO OG AFF E NOCCIOLA & PANETTON illa ice van an Itali our of op sco Two hazelnut, cream served with roasted co espresso coffee & Frangeli o on side. ssic Cla ne etto Hazelnut Liquor. Pan

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DESSERT PANETTONE CO N GELATO A traditional pane ttone, served with 2 Scoops of our delicious Ita lian Ice Cream.

BEST WISHES DISH - (SERVED AT MIDN IGHT) COTECHINIO CO N LENTICCHIE Slow cooked Ham Hock, served with breaded lentils & rosemary ragu’.

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Welcome to Joy Kitchen Established in 2016 by Donny Koei an Indonesian born restaurateur and his family, with the concept of creating a menu combining their favourite childhood dishes.

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he menus available at The Joy Kitchen, are South East Asian, specialising in the many overlapping street style dishes of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.

With their first site here in Orpington, Donny and his family’s aim for joy Kitchen is simply to provide the real taste of authentic Southeast Asian street food in a relaxed and casual environment at affordable prices.

Recommended dishes from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam include Nasi goreng, Beef rendang, Seafood curry laksa, Malaysia chicken curry, Singapore noodles, Padthai prawn and Kway teow goreng seafood.

318 High Street, Orpington. BR6 0NG 01689 829341

“With their first site here in Orpington, Donny and his family’s aim for Joy Kitchen is simply to provide the real taste of authentic Southeast Asian street food in a relaxed and casual environment at affordable prices”

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At Joy Kitchen we serve fresh tantalizing Southeast Asian dishes from Indonesia, Malaysia & Thailand

Details of our fabulous dishes can be found at www.joykitchen.co.uk

Wok-fry noodles, soups, curries and many things that will make you feel the warmth of Southeast Asia. Whether you are looking to feed a crowd or whip up a quick meal, our meals never disappoint.

All of our Southeast Asian dishes are made in our modern scratch kitchen, with only the finest ingredients, for tastes both unexpecting and comforting.

We also stock a full selection of spirits, Asian Beers, draught beers, cocktails and an unparalleled wine list.

318 High Street, Orpington. BR6 0NG

01689 829341 www.joykitchen.co.uk

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RESTAURANT REVIEW

Havet, High Street, Bromley This month, Food editor Regan Anderton has visited Havet to give you her view on their menu.

Other local restaurant reviews, recipes and dinner party game ideas can be found at www.whatiatelastnight.com

Ambiance This vibrant, Turkish restaurant has been going for six years now, and it still looks as fresh and busy as when it first opened. With a second restaurant in Tonbridge opened a couple of years ago, the family run business is going from strength to strength, and constantly refreshes its menu to meet both customer and environmental needs.

Service With over 200 seats, there are a large team of kitchen, bar, and restaurant staff all working seamlessly to deliver great service. Our waitress helped us to choose some of the dishes, and ensured we had topped up glasses throughout the evening.

Food A recently updated menu sees slightly smaller side portions, but still with the same amount of amazingly high quality, delicious meat - this is to help reduce the food waste that they were experiencing, and to give customers a better balance.

We tried some of the new dishes on the menu, all of which were full of flavour and well received, but our favourites included Kiyama Borek - a filo pastry parcel filled with minced lamb, chopped onion and spiced herbs, served with a chilli salsa that packed a pinch! For main, the Saslik kebab - tender,

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Overview “Consistently good Turkish food, with the freshest of ingredients�

thinly sliced aged lamb fillet marinated in a Havet marinade and skewered together with large slices of onion was totally melt in the mouth, and went well with the Turkish Baldo rice and browned vermicelli.

For dessert, we were advised to try the Baklava - not too sweet, light, and served with pistachio cotton candy floss, and vanilla ice cream‌so good!

Drink A good selection of wine and Turkish beers are available, as well as cocktails, spirits and liqueurs. I opted for a refreshing classic mojito to start, and then a glass of the house red - a nice mediumbodied Tempranillo that went well with the lamb.

195-197 High St, Bromley BR1 1NN. 020 8290 6717. www.havetrestaurant.com

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Welcome to The Rib Shack, Pettswood A locals favourite for the for dry-rubbed Memphis style ribs.

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ur family friendly, vibrant atmosphere offers a menu packed with a variety of American classics, from stacked burgers to Philly Cheesesteaks, with a cocktail list to match. It’s no secret but the trick to great Bar.B.Q starts with meat; All our meat comes from trusted butchers who prepare the finest cuts from carefully selected partners We cater for parties of all shapes and sizes throughout the week, catering to any of your requirements.

With Live music running throughout the festive period making it ideal for an entertaining evening with friends and family.

Ladies Nights and Happy Hours are just some of the offers we have here to really help you discover the relaxed but attentive dining experience at the Rib Shack.

Staying in for the night? Deliveroo and Ubereats bring our menu straight to your door...

So decide for yourself. Best ribs in town? Only one way to find out‌ www.theribshackgrillandbar.com

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The Rib Shack in Petts Wood offers delicious food combined with a family friendly atmosphere, whether your looking for a light lunch or dinner and cocktails.

The Rib Shack... Where taste matters.

The Rib Shack Bar and Grill 5 Station Square, Petts Wood, Kent BR5 1LY Tel - 01689 836181 www.theribshackgrillandbar.com

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FROM TURKEY TO ORPINGTON “Cavits dream was always to return to the UK where he had studied and open a flagship branch� evolve into the same multi franchise operation he established in Turkey. His vision has now become a reality and Pizza Bulls Orpington opened its doors to the public on Friday 25th May 2018. STORE NUMBER 50!

So what makes Pizza Bulls so special, again very simple, the quality of the dough. An extensive team of food scientists are employed to ensure the dough is mixed to the exacting requirements which make Pizza Bulls so special. The dough is hand made daily fresh on site, allowed to rest for a couple of days and then hand opened to produce the perfect base time after time after time. Why not try it for yourself ?

Pizza Bulls, 50-52 The Walnuts Shopping Centre, Orpington, Kent. BR6 0TW. 01689 821411. www.pizzabulls.co.uk

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izza Bulls was first established in Istanbul, Turkey in 2006 by Mr Cavit Can Kirbey.

Cavit studied business in the UK and upon returning to Turkey set out to establish a major multi-franchise brand in the pizza delivery industry. His aim was simple, to deliver the best quality pizza at an affordable price. Since 2006 Cavit now runs a major franchise operation incorporating 49 stores at last count.

Cavits dream was always to return to the UK where he had studied and open a flagship branch to

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A WARM WELCOME AT MING

O At the Ming restaurant you can be sure of a warm welcome and fantastic Chinese food.

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“Much thought and appreciation has been given to the art and presentation of the authentic dishes�

ur set menus are specially designed to create a balanced Chinese meal which alternates the fine flavours, sharp, hot, bitter, sugary and salty to the full. The various dishes which constitute the meal follow the organised scheme of colour, flavour and scent.

Much thought and appreciation has been given to the art and presentation of the authentic dishes.

The restaurant has special tables available for your special celebration or business fun and we can cater for groups. The manager on duty at this restaurant will be pleased to assist you with full details.

23 Station Square, Petts Wood, Kent, BR5 1LY Telephone: 01689 820 427 or 01689 828 986 www.mingrestaurant.net

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At the Ming restaurant, you can be sure of a warm welcome and fantastic Chinese food. A perfect environment for a romantic dinner for two, or a place to celebrate or relax with family and friends.

OPEning HOuRS Monday – Thursday: 12pm – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 11pm Friday & Saturday: 12pm – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 12pm Sunday: 12pm - 10pm, eat as much as you can 12pm - 4pm (last order 3pm) Sunday dinner evening A-la-carte 5pm-10pm

speCial offer every Wednesday & Thursday • Whole lobster £15 • (max 2 lobster per group),

• Whole seabass £8 • • half price • Crispy aromatic duck

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10pm onwards Call 01689 820 427 To Book Your Table Now!

23 Station Square, Petts Wood, Kent, BR5 1LY Keep up to date with Ming restaurant news and offers via our web site: www.mingrestaurant.net Email: reservation@mingrestaurant.net • Telephone orders welcome: 01689 820 427 or 01689 828 986