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Upfront Well, here we are, it’s August again! Holiday season when many places close down, particularly for the two weeks that straddle the 15th (this being a bank holiday). We have lots of interest in this issue to keep all satisfied.

The ever popular Savvy Shopper is back on p19 with lots of helpful tips for online shopping in Cyprus. There are quite a lot of events this month so take a look at the section on p8 and read about the fund raising events scattered throughout this issue. Meanwhile Barbara Strain has some useful travel tips for you on p4. There are some amazingly mouth watering recipes for all you cooks, who are ‘too hot to cook!’ see p.21.

All at Sea! photographed by Chris Scorer

It’s certainly got too hot to work so finally we have some useful tips for staying cool in the heat of summer on p20.

Contents

Wishing you all a great summer.

News & Views

4- 6

Out & About

8-9

In Colour

Back next month,

16- 18

Food & Drink

21 - 22

Wellbeing

23 - 27

Smalls Grapevine Information

30 below

Next Issue Friday, 4th September

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Travel Tips

by Barbara Strain

Travelling overseas this summer? Looking for a relaxing break away from the crowds of August in Cyprus?

We may all think, as intelligent Grapevine readers, that we are above and beyond the risks of holiday scams and security threats. Think again.

Apparently, thefts and dodges are on the rise. Being on holiday may just catch us at our least aware. Accordingly, I read through some advice on security whilst travelling. Or ‘traveling’, as much of this advice originates in America.

First, we have to avoid free holiday scams and the like. Don’t trust the ad for a holiday rental property for way below the going rate. All you have to do is contact the owner and send the money. But is that really the owner? Not much fun to arrive in Dubrovnik to find that your apartment is a building site, or that flat in Nice has been rented out simultaneously to a family from Brooklyn.

With our genuine holiday booked, we are told not to carry too many valuables with us. To me this comes under the heading of sensible packing.

Neither the ballgown nor the diamond tiara is going to be necessary on a package trip to Benidorm.

One columnist suggests ‘wear your good earrings’. Hmm, I did that once and lost an earring somewhere on the plane when the butterfly fell off the back.

Of course, wearing all that jewellery may well set off the security alarms and while airport security give you a quick frisk, your laptop goes its lonely way along the conveyer belt. When it comes out, a thief in the crowd picks it up and walks off whilst you are still explaining the chunky bangles.

As an aside, do bear in mind that airport and security lost & found are filled with laptops and other electronic gadgets left behind by preoccupied passengers, so it may not have been nicked after all.

Once at our resort we must be cautious about the presence of pick-pockets of various sorts. They may distract you with all manner of tricks. Apparently,

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in Rome, a woman with a baby may bump into you.

Whilst she’s apologising and you are probably admiring the bairn, her partner has picked your pocket.

Precautions can be simple.

Men are reminded not to keep their wallet in a back trouser pocket. And women are reminded not to hang their handbag on the back of a chair. So far, so obvious.

Another no-no is leaving your phone/wallet/passport sitting beside you on the table as you eat or enjoy a drink. Bad guys have been known to make their way past tables, grab a phone and take off before you even realize what’s happened. I picture a restaurant, harbour-side, somewhere like Chania in Crete, with dozens of close-placed tables resplendent with phones, wallets, passports and probably hotel room keys. It’s a veritable playground for unscrupulous souls.

Imagine another scenario: A friendly local approaches while you’re standing in front of a monument and he asks if you’d like him to take your photo, so you hand him your camera/phone and the local takes off. Of course, selfie sticks are the best way of saving yourself from this sort of chancer.

If you become too neurotic about this, you may be tempted to spend your hols sitting in your hotel room. Do not, however, suppose that you are free of scams there. Midnight, the front desk calls. So sorry, they say, but there was a mix-up with credit cards so can you just give us the number again? No, no, over the phone is fine, no need for you to come down. You wouldn’t fall for that would you?

Maybe just taking a break in Troodos or Ayia Napa (depending on your personal taste) would be safer.

Paphos Life Medical Hands Across the Sea

by Colm Connolly

A medical emergency in Cyprus has brought close cooperation between a Taunton hospice and its counterpart on the Mediterranean island.

New patking System at Aiport Hermes Airports has launched an electronic parking reservation system in Larnaca and Paphos aiming to save travelers time and money, it said on Thursday.

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Options include covered or uncovered parking space, purchasing lounge facilities and tickets for express lanes. Using the online booking service allows for 30 per cent lower charges for long term parking which is over 24 hours.

Staff Nurse Caroline Archibold (left) and Palliative Care Nurse Specialist Faith Rylands (far right) with medical and management staff of The Friends’ Hospice in Paphos. photo: eoin connolly

Staff Nurse Caroline Archibold (left) and Palliative Care Nurse Specialist Faith Rylands of St Margaret’s Hospice in Taunton, Somerset. photo: eoin connolly

Margaret’s Staff Nurse Caroline Archibold of Wellington came to Cyprus in March this year for a holiday with her parents. Unfortunately, her mother fell ill during their stay and the emergency call brought Dr Andreas Demetriou, Clinical Director of The Friends’ Hospice, to her assistance.

As a consequence of the chance meeting, Caroline visited the hospice and she recommended a series of training modules for nurses and ancillary staff based on the internationally recognised knowledge of St Margaret’s.

The specially tailored programmes for all aspects of palliative care will be introduced to the Paphos facility by various members of St Margaret’s expert staff visiting the island at intervals between the months of September and December.

Chris Jones, President of The Friends’ Hospice Foundation, said:”We are very grateful to St Margaret’s for offering their expertise in this specialised field. Palliative care is very different to all other aspects of nursing and family support, and these programmes will greatly benefit our staff and patients”.

The Friends’ Hospice was opened in 2006 and now occupies a special wing of St George’s Polyclinic in the centre of Paphos. It relies on the income of its five charity shops and on donations and find-raising events to sustain its services.

It offers palliative care, free of charge and regardless of nationality, to anyone with an illness for which a medical cure is no longer possible.

The service allows people to save “valuable time by avoiding the need to use the automatic payment parking machines when returning to Cyprus, and guarantees an easy, fast and safe online payment process”, Hermes said in an announcement.

The portal can be accessed at http://bookings.hermesairports.com/EN/Book.aspx

Invitation to All Artists Would you like to participate in an Open Studios weekend?

If you are, then contact Maria Etheridge by email on artenroutecyprus@gmail.com and she will provide you with the information.

The event is planned for the weekend of 5th and 6th September 2015, opening you studio or workspace to the public between 11h00 and 17h00 on each of the two days.

As you will appreciate, lots of publicity and planning need to be done for such an event to be a success which means you need to decide and commit quickly, otherwise you will lose out on a brilliant opportunity to showcase your art and/or craft.

Don’t wait! Act now – you have three months to prepare to open your workspace and share your passion with art lovers. See artenroutecyprus@ gmail.com for more details.

Let’s do it!

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Vanishing Cyprus: Greek Gods are Angry

By Andreas C Chrysafis

The election of the Tsipras government has triggered a massive headache for the Eurogroup, in fear it may inspire others across the Eurozone. They had to destroy it and dark forces lurking in the shadows put a devious plan into action - debt dependency; a dependency so ugly that would demand – for the first time ever – the handover of Greece’s sovereignty!

What that means is that Greece is to hand over to a Luxemburg Trust Fund - set up and managed by the Eurogroup - 50 Billion of state assets into the fund to be administered and sold off those assets to International Hedge Funds in repayment of the loan. Part of those assets for sale would involve Natural Resources, Ports Authorities, Power Plants, Communications, Properties and more. One can only imagine what would happen if Turkey buys and controls those assets.

Once in place, this brutal economic sleight of hand by the Eurogroup would serve as a warning to other EU member-states that a similar punishment awaits them if they attempt to destabilize the Eurozone - harsh new realities indeed.

Tsipras was bullied into submission. In fact no real negotiations took place but a charade of sorts that continued until the timing was right for the kill.

Eurogroup offered one choice: take the entire package or Greece dies! Such a brutal blackmailing tactic has never been applied before against another EU member except for one – Cyprus, but Cyprus was a pushover with no leadership!

The introduction of a referendum in Greece offered the Eurogroup the perfect opportunity for the European Central Bank to proceed with its plan and move in for the kill – it cut off ELA to Greece and shut the Greek banks indefinitely until Tsipras agreed to the Eurogroup’s terms and conditions. One may argue the legality of an Agreement signed under such ruthless duress.

People were trapped; Tsipras was trapped - he did not anticipate this cunning move! If he had listened to Mr. Yianis Varoufakis’ advice his finance minister from the beginning for a well-organized Grexit, the Eurogroup would not have been in a position to blackmail Greece and its economic coup would have fizzled out.

Today, the EU has gone one step further; maximum control over member states using fiscal policies! It created the Eurogroup/Troika as its foot soldiers by giving them more powers than the Commission or the EU Parliament itself. Those people are not accountable to anyone given that the Eurogroup does not exist in law, so they do not keep minutes of meetings and all decisions are highly confidential and no citizens knows what has been said. So a nonexistent group has the powers to determine the lives of all Europeans.

In fact the Eurogroup is on a ruthless Economic Crusade. It uses not weapons but poison loans to control nations through a new type of domination. It has the overwhelming support of the Nordic states but especially of Germany. It is financed and supported by the Financial Stability Board (FSB) made up of 29 Financial World Banking Conglomerates such as the Rothschild Group, Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Bank, JP Morgan Chase, HSBC and others.

They have discovered that using loans to subjugate countries is deadlier than religion.

The negotiations for the past five months have in fact been a farce and revealed dark motives lurking behind the EU happy family. The head of this brand of Economic Triad (IMF EU-Troika) is none other than the German finance minister Wolfgang Schaeuble with his watchdog Jeroen Dijsselbloem the Dutch finance minister and Christine Lagarde, director of the (IMF) International Monetary Fund. They are the sentinels of the banking conglomerates!

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to say the least: It has been revealed that the IMF produced a report that the Greek national debt of 327Billion would require debt relief and it’s not serviceable; not unless cropped and yet that report was kept secret so the Economic Triad could prepare its devious sting. It was revealed by the Greek government that secret meetings were held between the IMF-EU Troika, the French and their German counterparts including other high officials to agree and transfer all toxic loans of their Greek corporate customers worth 100 Billion onto the Greek National Debt – just like they did with Laiki Bank in Cyprus. In order for the scam to work Greece’s national debt had to be “declared serviceable”. Declaring Greece’s debt as serviceable and extending new loans to a bankrupt state, meant that the Greek taxpayer would be forced to pay the 100 Billion toxic debts so French and German Banks, including some Greek banks, would not write off their customers’ toxic loans. Perfect scam indeed! To make the case convincing they doctored the GDP figures in their report. A very cunning and illegal piece of thievery of a grand scale!

The Speaker of the Greek Parliament, Zoi Konstatopoulou threw a bombshell against the international lenders, politicians in the know and the EU including media moguls who were aware of the sting and kept quite in the hope it would stick. Her revelations shocked everyone!

Never in history such sleight of hand by the “banking pillars of society” has been used to save European banks and pass on the cost to a small economically vulnerable country and its taxpayers. One wonders why some countries still retain links with such economic assassins and don’t kick them out as Hungary did to the IMF and also Iceland and Russia by telling them to vacate their offices in their countries.

But this economic artistry was part of the Eurogroup/Troika’s grand master plan. All they had to do was to find the ideal scapegoats and test the feasibility potential of their plan. It was not by co-incidence that Cyprus and Greece were chosen; they were perfect candidates! Those nations turned a blind eye to tax evasion, corruption was rife, nepotism was at its height and transparency meant nothing and had a strong banking system. Above all else the government could easily be manipulated with the right “incentives”.

The Eurogroup’s grand master plan was launched against Cyprus first and then Greece. In Cyprus, the Troika introduced its bail-in robbery and in Greece sovereignty abandonment! Those two extraordinary demands by Eurogroup in exchange for loans have never been applied before. Now that the Troika’s scheme has proven successful one can be certain the plan will be used against other countries and Mr. Jeroen Dijsselbloem mentioned it in not so many words.

The Eurogroup has now demonstrated that it has absolute powers over the decision making process within the Eurozone. Banking dark forces have been allowed to develop an economic system using virtual-money and allowed to manipulate interest rates and print money at will and answer to no one.

Make no mistake; if those banking institutions successfully destroy the principle of democracy as they have tried to do in Greece and replace it with debtaucracy, the Greek people will be enslaved for years to come. It would be prudent to get out of this Eurozone controlled by such economic charlatans.

In fact Greece should launch Court proceedings in The Hague against Germany and against high-ranking EU and Eurozone officials for the role they played in the catastrophe of Greece. Charges of corruption that involve German conglomerates such as Siemens, OTE, the submarine bribes scandal, tax evasion, bribery and government negligence should be prosecuted and not be ignored.

It is however encouraging to note that Mr. Tsipras has indicated that Greece plans to launch a claim against Germany for 280 billion Euros (Greece General Accounting Office) in reparations for the Nazi occupation; repayment of the cash stolen from the Greek Banks; compensation for war crimes of 20.000 civilians; claim for the occupation costs to maintain the occupying German troops in Greece; cash loans to fund Nazi campaigns in north Africa and other war claims. Berlin is not happy with those charges at all.

Actually the European Union in its present metamorphosis does not work.

It never did work and the Greek Gods are very angry; angry because they feel betrayed. For the first time ever they are about to lash back against EU cleptocracy to defend peoples’ rights.

In fact, Greece and Cyprus do not need the EU. An exit from the Eurozone means getting back one’s own currency and the freedom to govern the nation and not to be subjugated by faceless Eurocrats! That cannot be wrong!

Poem of the Month:

by Beryl Hollands

Gecko

Medium sized lizard best known in your home, Harmless : useful: climbing around at sunset time, Suckers are my feet, enabling me, To cross ceilings up-side down, Looking for pictures to rest my legs, So quite and quick like a magic trick, My long tail I need to trust, Witches say what I touch turns’ to dust, In no time at all , I’m back on the floor, Scuttling around finding what crawls, Favourite places on the walls, I get caught now and then, Loosing my tail in that event.

I’ve been around a very long time, Harmless : useful: eating those insects, You cannot see, Let’s forego all that, You are in my home and ‘that is that.’

A welcome soul you have come to be, Your visits excepted graciously.

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Diary 0f events August

2nd (Sun) Farmers Market In Pano Akourdaleia Herb Garden, 10am-2pm. Local, natural and homemade!

Supporting your local community by buying directly from the producers. Coffee shop on site. Great social atmosphere! For more details visit www.facebook.com/groups/ heavenonearthherbals or contact 96425879/99993412.

4th (Tues) PARC (Peyia Animal Recue Club) Monthly Fun Quiz Night Coral Star Restaurant (opposite Phillippos Supermarket Coral Bay). 7:30pm start €5 to enter the quiz plus a chance to win cash prizes on the Find the Lady draw.

8th (Sat) Michael Jackson Tribute At Pissouri Amphitheatre Brilliant Earnest Valentino is ‘Michael Jackson’ Starts 2100 hrs. Tickets €20 (€3 to The Friends’ Hospice) at all Hospice shops or call 97736085/97794435 17th (Mon) Indian Classical Sitar Music Concert At Technopolis 20 , 18 Nicoloas Nicolaides Ave, The Indian musician Reshma Shrivastava will give a concert of classical sitar music at 8.30pm. Reshma Shrivastava was born into a family of professional musicians in Allahabad, India. Her uncle, Prof. Satish Chandra, an artist from the Pt. Ravi Shankar’s tradition, was her first teacher. She began her lifelong musical career on the sitar when she was six years old.

At eight, she gave her first public performance and began broadcasting on the radio even earlier. An “A” grade artist, her childhood performances are still being played on the radio in India today. Come and enjoy the evening melodies of Ragas from a world renowned performing artist. Reservations and Information 70002420 Entrance: 10 euro 22nd (Sat) Grab a Bargain at the PARC Table Top Sale 10am till 2pm outside the Coral Star (opposite Phillippos Supermarket Coral Bay) with Vendor tables available at €10 each. Call Fiona (96589430) or Pam (99059068) for bookings or details 22nd (Sat) The Ultimite 70/80 Music Nite The Talamonasterycats presents singing sensation Heather accompanied by Nic The Entertainer at the Paradise restaurant off Chloraka Hill from 7pm to eat 7.30 Tickets Only 10 Euros 50 cents to include a scrumptious 2 course buffet meal ....Starters pitta bread ,dips salad Then pork in mustard or chicken tikka rice or roast potatoes and salad veg option Great Food Great Music , Great Atmosphere Simpley A Great Nite All in aid for the Talamonasterycats Tickets from Whats New Pussycat Shop Kissonerga The Paradise Restaurant Chloraka or tel Lynda 99841142 28th & 29th (Frid & Sat) 1st Folklore Festival OF Ktima Pafos Municipal Square & City centre. The Ktima Folklore Association within the Community Involvement Programme and the Open Air Factory of the European Capital of Culture – Pafos2017 organise a 2 day event dedicated to the Cypriot tradition with a celebration of music, dance and gastronomy. Cyprus and Pafos particularly, has a long history of myths and stories that go back to the 12th century.

Within the framework of the thematic Myth & Religion the history, heritage, culture and tradition are highlighted adding to our cultural heritage. Furthermore, the organization of the event in the city centre adds up to its revitalization – known as “Ktima” and its establishment over the years. Included are a traditional music programme and dance from Cyprus, Crete, Pontus and Greece, shadow theatre, traditional games, tools and music instruments, tales from the past and Cypriot cuisine. Free Entrance

For this month’s live music listings visit www.nitbats.com

August See Fest 2015 – Cinema - Open Air Factory European Capital of Culture– Paphos 2017 Geroskipou Municipal Beach – Atlantida A programme of screenings within the concept of its summer programme of events, aspiring to develop the open air cinema in Pafos, growing its audience and creating a new institution through its course to 2017. Since 2014 Pafos2017 organizes within the Open Air Factory concept and the thematic World Travellers, Cinema at the Beach. This year the event features films that flirt with the theme of gastronomy, love and good food. With Greek & English subtitles Programme of Screenings Start times 21:00 Free Entrance 11th (Tues) A Touch of Spice Fanis returns to Constantinople after thirty years to see his sick grandfather. The trip gives rise to flashbacks, when as a child in the City, he learned the secrets of cooking from his grandfather and experienced his first love with Saime. A film filled with memories of Constantinople, humor, emotion, gastronomy and a philosophical view of life. Directed by Tassos Boulmetis. Starring: George Chorafa, Ieroklis Michailidis, Stelios Maina, Renia Louizidou, Tamera Karantal, Tasos Bandis. 2003 Greek, English 19th (Wed) The Chef The chef of a high-class restaurant falls out with a food critic and his boss, who fires him. Urged on by his former wife, he returns to Miami and starts his own business: a mobile canteen that serves gourmet food. Directed by: Jon Favreau Starring: Jon Favreau and Scarlet Johansonn 26th (Wed) The Hundred-Foot Journey The story of an immigrant family setting up an Indian restaurant in the south of France, across from a Michelin-starred French fine-dining establishment. A culinary battle ensues between the two “competitors”. Directed by: Lasse Hallstrom. Starring: Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal and Charlotte Le Bon. 2014 English, French, Hindi

Events to look forward to in September 6th Sept(Sun) Farmers Market In Pano Akourdaleia Herb Garden, 10am-2pm. Local, natural and homemade!

Supporting your local community by buying directly from the producers. Coffee shop on site. Great social atmosphere! For more details visit www.facebook.com/groups/ heavenonearthherbals or contact 96425879/99993412.

13th Sept (Sun) “Ethnic & Jazz music” Concert 16th music festival Paphos 2015 Inside the Kato Paphos Castle Starts 20:00 Starring A-Rumba Attack with Constantinos Lyras guitar Memnos Aresti guitar Savvas Thoma cajon & percussion B-Marios Fylactou organ Constantinos Chekmac guitar Nikolas Lambrou drums C-Paphos Academy of Fine Arts with Alexis Charalambous violin Stephanie Charalambous piano Marios Hadjioannou bass Polis Charalambous guitar Nicolas Lambrou drums. Entrance 8.00 euro 18th Sept(Frid) A Military Band Concert Pissouri Amphitheatre The BAND of THE KING’S DIVISION 7.00pm. €10 Adults Under 16s €5 Infants FREE Reservations: abftickets@gmail.com or 99934668 or pay at the door on the night - Cushions and Coolboxes Advised 20th Sept (Sun) A Musical Soiree In aid of the Polis Animal Rescue Group a musical soiree will be held at the Droushia Heights Hotel at 4:30pm. Harmony will be singing a colourful selection of your favourite songs. €15 includes a hot and cold buffet, tea, coffee and soft drinks; 15% discount for alcoholic beverages. Please call 99146652 or the hotel on 26332200.

Delightful music in a delightful setting.

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Church Groups

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF PAPHOS

Sunday Services - Ayia Kyriaki, Kato Paphos - 8.15am and 6.00pm Holy Eucharist (4th Sunday Choral Evensong); St Luke’s, Prodromi - 9.30am Holy Communion; St Stephen’s, Tala - 11.00am Holy Communion. Wednesdays Ayia Kyriaki 9.00am, Holy Eucharist. Contact: Church Office - 26-953044 or 99-212627.

NEW TESTAMENT COMMUNITY CHURCH

Every Sunday 10.30am at the Coral Star Restaurant, Coral Bay, A variety of midweek home groups and social outreach activities, etc. For more info, tel. Elder Val Morgan 99 407091. Email: val.coralbay@hotmail.co.uk

Directory of Societies, Clubs, Groups and Regular Meetings Paphos Alcoholics Anonymous, tel. 99-916331 or 99-399240 Al-Anon family groups. Tel 97-699256 alanonpaphos@yahoo.com

The Aircrew Association Cyprus, for Military Aircrew, tel. 26-815347 (island wide) The Pajero Club of Paphos, www.pajeroclubofpaphos.com

Alzheimer Self Help Group, tel. 26-621530

The Royal British Legion, tel. 99 135894

Bereavement Support Group, tel. 99-312662, 99-224147, 99-175510 or 99-541278

Limassol

British Guides in Cyprus, tel Michele 99-172549

Alcoholics Anonymous, tel. 25-368265 or 99-559322

LATIN PARISH OF PAPHOS

Cancer Patients Support Group, Coffee Morning, tel. 26-654007

Bridge in Pissouri.com Every Friday at 2 Friends Restaurant. tel. 99-667592

Anyone is welcome. Holy Mass times at Agia Kyriaki Chrisopolitissa, Kato Paphos: Saturdays 18.00 (valid for Sunday), Sundays 10.00 (Latin), 11.00 (English-Polish), 12.00 (English); at Latin Parish Hall, Tombs of Kings Rd: Saturdays 16.00 (valid for Sunday); at St. Nicolas Church, Polis, Saturdays 10.00; at Columbia Resort, Pissouri, Sundays 18.00. Parish Priest: Fr. Carlos Ferrero. Tel: 26-931308. www.stpauls-catholic-parish-paphos.com

Cancer Patients Support, Craft Group, tel. 26-654007

C3A Cyprus 3rd Age, www.c3a-cyprus.org/limassol

Cancer Support Group & Info Help Line, tel. 97-760989

Cyprus Services Rambling Club, tel. 99-292092

Chicago Bridge, tel. 26-937551 or 99-557829

Cyprus Women of Today, tel. 99-358525

Children’s Craft Workshops, Saturdays 10am, tel. 99-079194

Food for Friends, tel. 25-634487

C3A Cyprus 3rd Age, www.c3a-cyprus.org/paphos Cyprus Samaritans, tel. 77-777267, Freephone 80007773

Friends for Life Limassol Hospice Care, tel. 25-343000 or Admissions 99-189796

Diabetes Support Group, tel. 99-861279

Happy Valley Hash House Harriers, tel. 99-434794

Duplicate Bridge, twice weekly at 6.45pm. www.bridgewebs.com/ paphosbridgeclub

Limassol (Coeur de Lion) Lions Club, tel. 99-921290

PAPHOS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL

We welcome you to worship with us at 10.30am each Sunday. We are now at the former Welcome Inn, 12 Adamantiou Korai St, Paphos. Elder Mike 99175985 and Elder Mark 99930070

THERE IS A REFORMED CHURCH IN LIMASSOL

Where the message of Christ’s saving power & love is proclaimed & the Biblical view of His Kingdom taught.

All are welcome. International Evangelical Church (Reformed), 352 St. Andrew’s Street, 1st floor (near the Municipal Gardens) Services 10.30am Sunday, Bible study 7pm Wednesday. Tel. 99-384742 or email: iec.limassol@gmail.com for more info

Easy Strollers Walking Group, suehampson1971@aol.com

Invites you to join them for praise and worship each Sunday at 10.00am at No 20, 25th of March St, Paphos.

Holy Communion is celebrated on first Sunday of each month. Tel. 99-757138

Jukebox Jiving, tel. 96-349276

CHRIST EMBASSY CHURCH

New Friends Coffee Morning,

Coral Star Restaurant 10.30am Thurs, Coral Bay, Paphos

Int. Evangelical Church, Larnaca, Tel. 24-652331

St. Helen’s Anglican Church, Larnaca, Tel. 24-651327

St Barnabas’ Anglican Church Limassol

Fitness for Life, tel. Yvonne 99-034576 Good Vibrations, Wednesdays 99 14 8892. www. goodvibrationscyprus.com Harmony Ladies at Railway Inn Chloraka. Second Thursday of each month, 10am-12pm.

‘Learn about your Body’ Last Friday of every month For more info call 99 993412 or email caroline@heavenonearthherbals.com Line Dancing, Jane tel. 99-762047 P.A.S.Y.K.A.F. (Paphos Bereavement Support Group - Saying Goodbye), tel. 99-312662 PALMS (Paphos Area Ladies Multi-national Society), tel. 99-341929 Paphos International Sailing Club (PISC), www.pisc.org.cy

Opposite the Old Hospital. Sunday Communion at 10am Paphos Writers Group, tel. Nikki 99-012601 or see with Junior Church & monthly 11+ group on 2nd Sundays. www.paphoswritersgroup.com Tel. Derek on 96-612371 stbac@spidernet.com.cy www.stbarnabas-cyprus.com Scottish Country Dancing, tel. 99-298512

GERMAN-SPEAKING LUTHERAN Church in Paphos

Limassol Bridge Club, Mon & Fri 3.30pm, tel.

99-645338 Man City Cyprus Limassol, tel. 99-130711 or 99-812393 RAFA Aphrodite Branch Meeting. Tel 99-298723 Royal Logistic Corps Association, tel. 25-717002 Table Tennis at UKCA, tel. Antonio 99-334706 The Limassol Ladies Club, tel. 99-951910 The Royal British Legion, tel. 25-315313 Toastmasters International, tel. 99-754042 or 97-744285, www.limassol-toastmasters.com

Larnaca Alcoholics Anonymous, tel. 24-645523 or 99-344339 Antidote Theatre Workshops, tel. 24-822677 or www.theatreantidote.com Arsenal Cyprus Larnaca, tel. 99-015699 Chicago Bridge Club, tel. 97-671192 Dhekelia Sailing Club, www.dhekeliasailing.com

All German-speaking Christians are warmly invited to a church service, second Saturday of each month at Ayia Kyriaki Church (St. Paul’s Pillars), Paphos at 4pm.

Tel. 26-270619. Please confirm venue.

Sequence Dancing, Tues Afternoons. Tel, 99-750332 or email mgbennett1@yahoo.co.uk

St John Ambulance, British Forces Overseas, Dhekelia, tel. 99-378054

Short Mat Bowling, tel. 99-983684 or 26-960522

Int. Christian Fellowship (East), Limassol

Steni Village Art & Crafts Group, Thursdays, tel. 99-175988

The Royal British Legion, Larnaca Branch, www.rbllarnaca.org

Welcome 10.00am Sundays to: Worship, Study the Bible, Care for each other. Kanika Complex, Flat 201, Apollo Building. Tel. 99-917195.

Stroke Association, Latin Parish Hall, 1st Saturday each month, tel. Brenda 99-804161.

Markets, Charity Shops & Car Boot Sales

Pissouri Anglican Group

Singles Sunday Lunch Club, tel. 99-754078

Paphos Area

Meet for Communion Services at 6pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month in a room at the amphitheatre, Pissouri Village. Tel. 96-612371 or email: stbac@spidernet.com.cy.

Table Tennis, Thursday evenings, tel. 26-652763

Aladdins Cave Charity Shop, tel. 99-927452

Taichi & Qigong at Platinum Gym, Kamares Club & Crown Resort, text 99-923310 or email taichipafos@gmail.com

Timi Market & Car Boot Sale, tel. 99-611637 The Duckpond, tel. 99-875217 or 99-090253 Paphiakos Saturday Market, tel. 97-718675 Stroumpi Farmers’ Market & Craft Fair. Second Sunday of every month. 10am-3pm. Tel. 97 839295.

Craft Market, Thur 9-2, Coral Star, Coral Bay, tel. 99-387311

Full Moon This Month August 29th

Pano Akourdaleia Farmers Market. First Sunday of every month 10am – 2pm. Tel 99 993412 or 96 425879

Limassol Area The Flea Market, Fassouri, tel. 77-778828 Friends Hospice Charity Shop, Pissouri, tel. 99-802414 Linopetra Corner, tel. 99-612832

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Natural Beeswax Furniture Polish Natural Beeswax Furniture Polish offers a beautifully scented and natural polish suitable for most wood types.

Ingredients:150g Beeswax, (grate the beeswax for quicker melting).

600g Olive Oil (Use up to 900g to make a creamier polish).

30 drops of an anti-oxidant such as clear Grapefruit Seed Extract, to give greater shelf life to your polish (optional).

10 drops Lavender Essential oil or other essential oil of your choice (optional).

Method of preparation:1. Place both the beeswax and the olive oil into a double boiler such as demonstrated in the image below. A double boiler system can be easily created by floating a sauce pan inside another pan filled with hot water. You want your oils heated indirectly and evenly in this way because it’s safer for you and helps maintain the integrity of the ingredients.

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2. Heat the double boiler/ pans on medium heat until the oil beeswax is completely melted. Don’t be tempted to turn your heat up too high or there’s a chance that boiling water will splash into your oils.

3. Add the anti-oxidant and essential oil and stir well.

4. Pour the hot mixture into clean and dry wide-mouth containers. If you’re making this as a gift and using glass jars you might want to warm your jars before pouring the hot oils into them. This will help keep the polish from pulling away from the interior of the glass which can be unattractive.

5. Allow to cool for at least two hours into a semi-hard balm consistency.

6. Now you can use the polish! To use the polish, just scoop some of it out with your fingers or with a rag and work the polish into any and all wooden surfaces. Excess polish can be wiped off immediately or leave it on for a couple of hours to allow more oils to permeate before buffing it to a sheen.

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Being Bookish

by Barbarian

There was a time – not so long ago – when reading on your computer meant sitting at your desk, scrolling through the pages.

Then the Kindle arrived. Naturally, other manufacturers of smart phones, tablets and specialist eReaders quickly followed suit.

Today you can read anything from fairy tales to learned treatises on a handy machine that often weighs less than a paperback book.

Buying eBooks is easy. Since many of the established shippers of books now charge for delivery to Cyprus, the comparative cost and certainty of receiving your book, in a timely manner, makes online buying even more appealing.

Usually, you will start with a supplier that provides books in the format most suited to your particular device. This will often depend on whether you have a Kindle, an Apple iOS device, or a more open system operating on Windows or Android. You can read documents in epub on most devices, but Amazon’s AZW is exclusive to their own Kindle readers. PDF files are also readable on many devices, but the formatting is liable to be strange. MOBI was originally made as a PalmDOC format’s extension. It can be opened using MobiPocket’s reading software, which can be installed on a lot of PDAs and smartphones. There are limitations of the MOBI format. For example, sizes of images cannot be scaled with the font size.

All these different formats can be confusing and annoying if you have paid for a book that is downloaded in a format your own reader can’t manage, or if you have several devices with different operating systems.

However, there are programs out there that will allow you to convert books to a different format, which can be very useful. Probably the best of these is Calibre. This program is easy to operate and also allows you to make a library of your books, as well as storing them on disc or memory stick. (http://calibre-ebook.com/).

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If you are new to buying ebooks online, you may need to understand that a link to the file is usually sent to you immediately when you have paid for it.

There is unlikely to be a refund once you have downloaded a book. Kindle has its own rules for downloading books, and for sharing them with other signed-up family members, but many other sellers will allow you to copy the book to as many as six devices.

It may surprise you to know that you cannot usually print out the book, although one does have to question the wisdom of even trying to print a full-size novel. Part of the restriction on printing is defined by the book’s Digital Rights Management (DRM) structure.

The DRM, which is intended as an anti-piracy tool to protect authors, can prevent you from opening an e-book file even if the format is compatible with your reader.

There is some controversy about the controls/limitations/restrictions that a publisher has placed against a particular title. This writer finds it hard to accept that, having paid for a book, I cannot lend it to my friends nor re-sell it as I could if I’d bought a paper version.

What’s more, there are some programs for reading ebooks that cannot open the DRM protected versions. It’s possible to buy books that are DRMfree. Calibre, for example, has a range – some free – of DRM-free ebooks.

Alternatively, there are programs that quickly and easily remove the DRM. The legality of tampering with, removing or bypassing DRM varies from country to country. In the United States, for example, doing so will breach the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. That said, this column will not recommend a particular removal tool – but Mr G is always to hand for a search if you wish to follow that path.

Paphos Classic Vehicle Club

By Wendy Dacre

Paphos Classic Vehicle Club is a group of people who either own or appreciate classic vehicles; both two and four wheeled, and enjoy getting together, using and discussing them. We usually hold our monthly Socials at the Ayios Epiphanios Taverna in Anarita on the third Saturday of the month at 16.00. Not all members actually own a classic vehicle, and some that do are in the process of restoring them and use their ‘modern’ vehicles in the meantime.

June finished with a run out and a delicious buffet lunch at Oleastro in Anogyra, no quiz with this one, so no winners to be announced. July was a little busier, to start We had our annual Fish’n’Chip supper on the beach at Mandria, before the weather got too hot, which was well attended (who wouldn’t turn out for Fish and Chips?). After the regular monthly meet on 18th we also had a Poker Run on 26th – this has also become a much anticipated annual event, which ended with a very good lunch. Several of the Classic Vehicles had an impromptu drive out at the beginning of the month, ending up at Pentalia for supper.

August will, of course, be a quieter month with only the monthly meet on 15th to look forward to.

Contact us on e-mail address: paphclassics@gmail.com Phone: 99791872 or view our Facebook page: www.facebook. com/Paphclassics Website: www.paphoscvc.com for regular updates and details of events.

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Willing Things to Change…

by Sam Orgill

Sam Orgill www.proactpartnership.com highlights UK Budget Changes require new approach to Wills and Property Investment for Expats. It’s time to review or make a will The UK post-election Budget introduced , in theory a 1 million pound Inheritance Tax allowance for UK Domiciled nationals. But only those with the right assets, and the right family conditions, can benefit.

Expats with property or investments abroad are still subject to the 40% Inheritance Tax Rate on death.

The UK has one of the highest Inheritance tax rates in the world, outstripping France, Japan and Belgium. While the headlines sound and feel good the reality can still be expensive.

Inheritance Tax Budget Changes The Inheritance tax allowance is unchanged at £325,000 per person. If married at death, this amount can be passed to the spouse, tax free. Then on second death the children can inherit £650,000.

What has changed is the introduction of an additional £175,000 ‘Family Home Allowance’ per person. This will be phased in for deaths between 2017 and 2021. This takes individuals potential Inheritance Tax Free Allowance of £500,000 To get a £1m Inheritance Tax Allowance – and make an additional £140,000 Inheritance Tax Saving, you will need to: 1. Be married 2. Have a main Family Home worth £350,000 plus.

If you are not married or divorced, then you can only leave £500,000 inheritance tax free. But With a main Family Home worth £175,000 you make an additional £140,000 Inheritance Tax Saving If your main home is not worth enough then you will be stuck at the £325,000 allowance each.

Inheritance Tax Bill Everyone will be different. Marital status, property ownership has an impact. For Expats the added feature is that the HMRC definition of Main home refers to property in the UK. If you qualify as non-resident for tax in the UK, how can the property be your main home? A main overseas property home may not count as a main family home for the inheritance tax allowance. Nor would residentially let property that has a tax record of being rented out, be allowable.

Expats living and working abroad may not be able to gain any benefit from the new family home allowance.

There is no inheritance tax, or property transfer taxes, on Cyprus property transferred between family members. However, UK Inheritance tax could still apply at 40% on your overseas property in Cyprus, Spain or France.

Make a Will & Review Checklist 1. Do You Need to Make A Will?

2. What Assets have you got where 3. What are the Probate Requirements and Inheritance Tax Liability 4. Will you gain from the UK inheritance tax changes for main family home 5. Can Administration changes make Inheritance Tax Savings 6. Can Gifts be made during a lifetime to achieve Inheritance Tax Savings 7. Are family members appointed to keep control of your estate?

8. Have you made provision to avoid 40% UK inheritance tax on offshore

assets? Can making a Will for overseas assets do this?

9. Have you a Will for each jurisdiction in which you own assets? This can

save time, money and inheritance tax 10. Is your current Will still reflect your intentions

ProACT Expatriate Tax Advice ProACT can also assist and offer free review and advice to Make a Will, provide updates or revisions as required. This may just give you piece of mind, but also ensures that when the Will is needed, unforeseen problems, expense and inheritance taxes are avoided.

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ProACT Partnership Expatriate Advice offer professional services for living, working, retired or relocating abroad. Make a Will, administration services in Cyprus and UK, inheritance tax savings and tax returns.

Contact Us for a Free Review.

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Taichi & Qigong

by Mei

Your Room with a View

On the 15th Floor overlooking Sliema Creek towards Valetta, Malta.

Give your Body the Holiday of a Lifetime 7 Days Half-board in a Wellness Rejuvenation Room 11th - 18th January 2013 The Wellness Rejuvenation Rooms offer the latest technology to help revitalise your body and mind by creating the perfect environment to soothe you into a deep healing sleep, leaving you to wake feeling refreshed and invigorated.

In your Wellness Rejuvenation Room you will find: Magnetic mattresses, which magnetise your entire body, relieving it from all aches, pains and stress.

Magnetic pillows, which reduce neck and shoulder pain and stimulate circulation resulting in healthier blood with increased oxygen and nutrients.

Far-Infrared Technology which balances the temperature of the bed for added comfort.

Nikken anti-bacterial bedding that kills dust mites which is a great relief for anyone who suffers from asthma or sinus problems.

A Power Plate Vibrogym, which can give you the equivalent of a full body workout in just 15 minutes.

An air purifier, which removes contaminants from the air, great for allergy sufferers and asthmatics giving mountain fresh natural air indoors!

A hot tub on the balcony, which has views to three compass directions.

A water de-ioniser to filter all the water in the bathroom for an invigorating, soft, purified, mineral rich, perfectly PH balanced shower.

Plus hydrotherapy bath, and Dermalife Spa-Jet machine in the bathroom.

Television, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities including an expresso coffee machine.

The Fortina Spa Resort has developed a “Dine around the World” concept, offering six Restaurants, most of which are located in the spectacular Tropical Garden, each specialising in a different cuisine from around the World. These Restaurants are Taste; serving Mediterranean and Vietnamese cuisine, Sa Re Ga Ma serving Indian cuisine, Can Thai; serving Thai and Chinese cuisine, Il Giardino pizzeria, Ristorante Tigne; specialising in Italian and Continental cuisine. Our specially designed and decorated restaurants, authentic chefs and waiting staff make dining in each Restaurant an experience in itself.

The Fortina Spa Resort offers a wide range of therapies from around the World. The Spa offers beauty treatments, specialised treatments, a Physiotherapy Clinic, Chinese medicine and a range of other treatments.

You also have daily use of the Spa Sante where facilities include: Whirlpool, Steam Room, Sauna, Ice Grotto, Lanconium, Relaxation room, Aqua Meditation and Pedi Jets.

I have been enjoying this holiday for some years now, but am unable to go in January 2016 and can offer my week...

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If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, consider Taichi & Qigong.

Originally developed for self-defence, Taichi & Qigong have evolved into a graceful form of exercise that is now used for mind-body relaxation and a variety of chronic health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, they promote tranquillity through a gentle, flowing & elegant sequence or series of movements.

What are Taichi & Qigong?

Taichi is an ancient Chinese tradition that is practiced as a graceful form of exercise today. It involves a sequence of movements performed in a slow and controlled manner accompanied by deep breathing.

Taichi is a non-competitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. Each posture flows into the next without a pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion while circling the 4 limbs to balance.

Taichi has many different styles. Each style may subtly emphasise various Taichi principles and methods. There are variations within each style too.

Some styles may focus on health reinforcement & maintenance while others focus on the martial arts aspect of Taichi.

Taichi is similar to Yoga & Pilates on building in the deep breathing while stretching; hence it’s another type of meditative movement which is also known as Oriental Ballet as they are carefully choreographed routines.

Qigong, however, is a series of tranquil simple repetitive movements so that deep breathing can be built in quite easily. It can be performed either standing up or sitting down. Qigong is a precursor to Taichi and also goes hand in hand with Taichi in perfect harmony. It can also be called Chinese Yoga.

Who can do Taichi & Qigong?

They are low impact which put minimal stress on muscles and joints, making it very safe for all ages and fitness levels. In fact, because of their gentle nature, they are especially suitable if you’re a senior & less active adult or unable to do any vigorous exercises.

You may also find Taichi & Qigong appealing because they are inexpensive and require no special equipment. You can do Taichi & Qigong anywhere, including indoor or outside. Also you can do them at home or in a class.

Why try Taichi & Qigong?

When learned correctly and performed regularly, Taichi & Qigong are definitely a positive part of an overall approach to improving your health.

Their benefits include: •

Decreased stress, anxiety and depression

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Improved mood

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Improved aerobic capacity

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Increased energy and stamina

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Improved flexibility, balance and agility

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Improved muscle strength and definition

More and more evidence indicates that Taichi & Qigong also help to: •

Enhance quality of sleep

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Enhance the immune system

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Help lower blood pressure

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Improve joint pain

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Improve symptoms of congestive heart failure

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Improve overall well-being

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Reduce risk of falls in older adults

How to get started with Taichi & Qigong Although you can rent or buy videos and books about Taichi & Qigong, consider seeking guidance from a qualified instructor to gain the full benefits and learn the proper techniques.

You can find Taichi or Qigong classes in more communities nowadays. To find a combined (2 in 1) class near you, please contact Spa Tonic in Coral Bay (at 26623924), Platinum Sports in Mesogi (at 26652006) or email Mei at taichipafos@gmail.com directly.

After learning a Taichi sequence or a Qigong series, you may eventually feel confident enough to do it on your own. But if you enjoy the social aspects of a class, consider continuing with a group of Taichi & Qigong improvers based at Kamares Club outdoor all year round.

Maintaining the benefits of Taichi While you may gain some benefit from a Taichi & Qigong class for beginners that lasts 13-15 weeks or less, you will definitely enjoy greater benefits if you continue to do them for the long term and become more skilled. It’s indeed a life long therapeutic exercise for well being, stamina as well as self-healing.

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The Savvy Shopper

by Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI

I published my first Savvy Shopper in August 2009 and have done so every summer since. As I try to give different online stores and tips in each article I have decided to detail those websites that have appeared in previous articles for those readers that are new.

There are many companies in the UK that deliver to Cyprus often free. It does mean that you would need online access to make your purchase.

Some savings that were historically worthwhile may not be today given the current Euro/GBP exchange rate so please check before purchase. www.feelunique.com A fantastic site offering a range of beauty products cheaper than you can get them on the UK high street and vastly cheaper than in Cyprus. Delivery is free worldwide and you can pay either in Sterling or in Euro. www.lookfantastic.com Another beauty site who do charge for delivery to Cyprus but there are great savings to be had. I paid Euro 70 for Kerastase hair treatment here but have since bought it from this site for… wait for it…₤21! A phenomenal saving. www.allbeauty.com Delivery to Cyprus is free on orders over ₤50 and ₤3.95 for orders under. www.buycosmetics.com Not as good generally as the above but I found Fit Flops (flip flops with a difference) for ₤26 when other UK sites were offering them for ₤36 (they cost Euro 65 in Cyprus) and I got ₤25 worth of free make up.

They have since sold out of Fit Flops but well worth checking the site from time to time for bargains. www.mycelebrityfashion.co.uk

customs unlike the smaller packages that come via normal post.

Nowadays there are plenty of bargains to be had in Cyprus cy.nextdirect.com The prices on here compare extremely favourable to those of the UK site with as much choice of items. Delivery is free for orders over €20 I have not visited any Next shops in Cyprus for a while but when I did I always thought they were much more expensive than the UK, but not on this site. Well worth a look.

Discounts in Cyprus There are a range of online discount voucher sites in Cyprus now some are in Greek but the page can be translated. They offer discount vouchers on a whole host of deals such as eating out, beauty treatments, hotels and others. www.skroutz.com.cy www.dailydealscy.com www.directdeals.com.cy The Entertainer www.theentertainerme.com You can buy a book of vouchers for €39 or download the app to your phone.

I bought this last year and have just purchased another one for this year.

They run May to May and are full of fantastic buy one get one free offers.

They cover the whole of the Republic. Offers are wide ranging including bars and coffee houses for drinks, restaurants, take away outlets and cafes for meals, Beauty and hairdressing treatments, sports and other activities. I have saved a small fortune on hairdressers, gym membership, eating out, water park & bowling.

Hopefully you are all now using www.quidco.com which offers cash back and other offers when you use many of the sites I have already mentioned in previous articles and lots more. Remember to go onto the Quidco website rather than the retailers’ site to get your cashback.

This site has a section called discounts where many fashion stores offer discounts between 20 & 40%. Not all of them deliver to Cyprus but you can have them delivered to a relative for onward posting.

I have detailed new ways to save money with purchases here and thank all of those who sent tips in. Any readers who missed the previous articles can contact me to receive a copy. I would encourage you to email me with any sites you find or helpful tips that will save our readers money.

www.play.com

Mrs. Vivian Nagel, MCSI

They sell CD’s, DVD’s, computer games and books. You have to pay in Euro if delivery is to Cyprus but they are much cheaper than what you pay here and delivery is free.

Hollingsworth International Financial Services Ltd

www.groupon.co.uk Sign up to this site, put in the city you are interested in and receive daily emails for discounts on eating out, sightseeing attractions and many more activities. Some are aimed at people residing in the UK such as a 6 week gym subscription but I have used vouchers for fine dining, fish pedicure and facials. You can use them as gifts for people in the UK or if you are planning a visit then opt for some that you can use yourselves.

Tel: Cyprus +357 99579149, Malta +356 21316298 E-mail: viviann@hollingsworth-int.com Website: www. hollingsworth.eu.com Authorised by the Malta Financial Services Authority to provide investment services, license IS/32457

www.livingsocial.com Another site like Groupon above offering a range of discounted activities in most towns and cities across the UK plus Holland. www.Lakeland.co.uk Familiar to many Brits, this kitchenware and household goods company offers decent savings on many items when compared to the cost locally for similar goods. It also offers items that are difficult to get elsewhere. Delivery to Cyprus costs ₤7.50 A Tip When ordering from Feel Unique, All Beauty or any site that is based in Jersey or Guernsey only order one or two items at a time. For large orders you may be charged duty as the larger package means that it will go through © Grapevine • August 2015

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Restaurant Review

by Andy Sinclair-Russell

Staying Cool This Summer As temperatures rise in Cyprus, we become vulnerable to heat cramps, exhaustion, dehydration and heat stroke. Older adults (ages 50 to 70) and kids must be especially careful as they are more prone to these.

Here are afew tips that can help you stay cool and comfortable even under the summer heat.

1. Spend time in cool and airconditioned places For those who want to stay home, create a DIY air conditioner with a bowl of ice cubes and a fan. When the fan’s breeze blows across the cubes, it will melt and evaporate, causing the ice-cooled air to spread and help cool off an area.

2. Always stay hydrated Staying hydrated is a must during this season. Make sure that you drink plenty of water; better if you take in more than the standard eight glasses a day to avoid rapid fluid loss.

3. Make your refrigerator your friend You can put household items inside the refrigerator to cool them off. Want to have a good night’s sleep during summer time? Chill your bed by placing folded sheets and pillow casings in plastic bags and letting them cool off in the fridge for a few hours. Pull them out just before going to bed for a cool and comfortable sleep.

4. Slow down Strenuous activities should be reduced, if not eliminated, during hot days, especially during the sun’s peak hours (11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).

Marion Winery, Omodos.

Tel No:96528746 ask for Bambos.

DIRECTIONS: The restaurant is situated at the Marion Winery.

Follow the main road up from Episkopi through Kandou, Souni and Kivides. About 14 k on Omodos is on the right. The restaurant is on the left (lots of roses along the front) just before the first turn into Omodos.

PARKING: Adequate with wheelchair access at the side.

BUILDING STYLE DESCRIPTION: Renovated stone building INSIDE DINING AREA DESCRIPTION:Traditional with linen tablecloths Tables not too close together. Could cater for a large party, has buffet facilities and a small stage.

OUTSIDE DINING AREA DESCRIPTION: Terrace area with magnificent views over Omodos and to the mountains. A huge grapevine gives shade and there are numerous potted plants giving perfume and colour.

Adequate lighting in the evenings.

ATMOSPHERE: Subdued lighting in and out and traditional music playing in the background at a sensible level.

STEPS UP/DOWN: Split stairs from car parking area and steps at the front of the building but there is a large paved ramp from the road up to the taverna., so people with any difficulties can be driven right up to the door.

TOILETS: Pristine on the same level as the restaurant.

5. Take a cool shower everyday SERVICE: Smart, professional, very friendly and helpful.

When all else fails, taking a cool shower once, twice or more everyday never disappoints. Frequent showers help lower body temperature while also rinsing MENU: Traditional Cypriot but any dietary requests or needs, given notice off body sweat, making you feel a lot more comfortable even during hot days would be fulfilled. (24 hours) WHAT YOU ORDERED: Mini meze PRESENTATION Excellent, FLAVOURS, TEXTURES, COLOURS Excellent well presented.

PARTICULARLY GOOD: Vegetarian mousaka to die for. Freshly made when ordered. Whenever we go there often new dishes are brought out for us to try,.

WINE LIST: Local wine. Good price and tastes good ENTERTAINMENT Gentle background music CUSTOMERS: Locals, tourists, ex pats and the Clergy COST OF MEAL: Four people costs around Euros 60 maximum inc drinks, and coffee OTHER COMMENTS Considering this is a new venture for Bambos and his staff- in a very short time he has built up a clientele who are now regulars.

This says a lot for him, his staff and his food.

Been to a good Restaurant or Taverna lately?

Grapevine always welcomes reviews from its readers from places to eat that are just that little bit special.

If you need help please email us for our Restaurant questionnaire, which you can fill in and return to us. grapevine@cytanet.com.cy

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Too Hot to Cook

by Cherry Dobbins

August is not the month we want to slave over a hot stove. It is the month that I want to buy my salad in a bag ready prepared. It is the month I ask myself why I do not invest in air-conditioning, at least in the kitchen.

Parsley and Gin Soup Food journalist Jeremy Round’s recipe which he based on a Bloody Mary soup from the New Orleans Hyatt.

225ml tomato juice 50g celery, chopped 75g onion, chopped 50g sweet green pepper, de-seeded and chopped 4 heaped tbsp. parsley, chopped 50ml gin salt and pepper 1. Liquidise 2. Chill “….best eaten in very small portions on hot, humid days by the pool.”

at the end.

4. Place each chicken fillet on a square of foil and coat with the paste. Wrap into parcels and cook over medium coals till cooked, approximately 20 mins.

Malayan Pork Satay From ‘Bruce de Mustchine’s Asian Cookbook’ 500g pork fillet cut into bite-size pieces 3 onions, roughly chopped 4 fresh red chillies, roughly chopped (remove seeds for less heat) ½ cup blanched almonds 2 cups coconut milk 4 tbsp oil 2 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp salt 3 tsp sugar metal or wooden skewers 1. Put the onions and chillies into a food processer and mix well. Add the remaining ingredients and blend to a smooth paste.

Chilled Tomato and Avocado Soup

2. Thread 3 or 4 pieces of pork onto each skewer. Place the skewers in a shallow dish and pour over the paste. Leave to marinate for 1 hour.

1kg ripe tomatoes - roughly chopped

3. Cook over a hot barbeque and serve at once

2 cloves garlic – sliced 3 avocados – peeled and stoned

Barbequed Sweet Potato with Filfar

Juice of ½ lemon

500g sweet potato

Handful of chopped fresh herbs

4 tbsp brown sugar

Tabasco or chilli sauce – a few drops ( optional)

4 tbsp orange juice

1 tub of yoghurt

1 tbsp honey

salt and pepper to taste

1 tbsp Filfar

Water to thin

½ tsp orange zest

1. In a blender liquidize the tomatoes, garlic, avocados and lemon.

¼ tsp nutmeg

2. Add the remaining ingredients and whiz again.

1. Scrub the potatoes and boil whole for 10 minutes.

3. Add water to give the required consistency. Check seasoning, chill and serve.

2. Meanwhile mix together the remaining ingredients in a bowl.

Barbequed Goan Chicken 4 chicken fillets

3. Cut the potato into thick slices or chips and divide between 4 squares of oiled foil.

3. Pour over the sauce and wrap into well sealed parcels.

4. Bake on the barbeque, turning frequently, for about 15 minutes.

1 lemon – peeled and cut into chunks 6 spring onions – sliced 2 tsp fresh ginger – grated (or bottled minced ginger)

Melon and Strawberry Salad piece of sweet melon

2 cloves garlic – sliced

piece of water melon

1 or 2 green chilies – seeded and sliced

punnet of strawberries, hulled

1 bunch coriander – roughly chopped

1 tbsp. lemon juice

2 tsp. cumin

1 tbsp. honey

6 tbsp desiccated coconut

1 tbsp. fresh mint leaves, torn

1 tsp sugar

1. Cut the melons into equal sized cubes or use a melon baller.

1 tsp salt

2. Halve the strawberries and mix in a bowl, with the melon.

Lemon wedges to serve

3. Mix together the lemon juice and the honey and add a bare tbsp. of water.

1. Put the lemon chunks, onion, ginger, garlic, chilies and coriander into a blender and whiz to a paste.

4. Pour over the fruit and stir carefully to ensure that it is evenly coated.

2. Add the cumin, coconut, sugar and salt and whiz again.

5. Sprinkle over the mint leaves and serve.

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Food Notes from Paphos

by Cherry Dobbins

A small flyer stuck in some chicken wire informed me that there was a new restaurant in Coral Bay. Well, perhaps not entirely new as the building has been a Cypriot restaurant, an Indian restaurant and after that a Chinese restaurant. Now it appears it is a fish restaurant going by the name of “Sardine”. Forever adventurous for a new restaurant, especially so close to home, we visited a few days later. The need to review a restaurant for this month’s edition of Grapevine was a good excuse to go a second time and try more of the dishes.

The menu is not, as you might imagine, mostly fish. Carnivores, omnivores and vegetarians are all well catered for in this establishment. The starters include fresh mussels, seared scallops, squid stuffed with chorizo and goat’s cheese, mushroom and asparagus salad, aubergine and goat’s cheese and crispy fried calamari served with herbs, garlic yoghurt and sweet chilli sauce.

It is a truly difficult choice. My pescatarian mother, Ruth, supped a tasty gazpacho soup whilst I enjoyed the stuffed squid, which was served with rocket, pine nuts and a roasted pepper dressing. It was delicious and the squid was not at all tough. Despite it being so good on the second occasion we decided to forgo the starter and sample the desserts.

The selection of main courses is varied. For meat eaters the choices include beef fillet, chicken breast, rack of lamb and duck breast. If you prefer an Italian touch you can choose from a selection of pasta or risotto dishes with fish, seafood or vegetables. The star attractions though, are the fish and seafood dishes and platters. There are offering of fresh local fish and some, such as salmon and the mussels, which must be flown in chilled. The frozen fish dishes such as sturgeon, tuna and halibut are marked as such. There is a seafood platter for two with a selection of fish and seafood at €38,00 or

for a massive €85,00 you can indulge yourselves in a platter that includes lobster tail, red snapper, scallops and Beluga caviar.

Ruth chose salmon farfalli the first time and tagliatelle with seafood the second time. The salmon was the best pasta dish she had ever eaten. Unfortunately, on the second visit they had run out of fresh salmon so she settled for the seafood, which she said came a very close second. I had hoped that “The catch of the day” would be snapper but I settled for an excellent salt baked fresh sea bass on the first visit and fresh fillet of sea bream on the second. Both were perfectly cooked and served with oven roasted vegetables and potatoes.

The dessert menu includes chocolate fondant, Philadelphia cheesecake, fresh fruit, ice cream and a cheese board. We both had the mascarpone crème brûlée, which was scrumptious.

The local wine list has a very reasonable mark-up and prices start at €13,00 a bottle. My favourite local white, Petritis, from the Kyperounda Winery is €15,00 a bottle. The imported wines come from France, Italy, Chile and Greece. They were offering a 20% discount on the latter in support of Greece.

I chose a bottle of red Agiogritiko, from Nemea in Greece, at €22,00 before the discount. It was surprisingly light and served cool but not chilled.

Sardine is on Laxion Ave in Coral Bay. To find it drive through all the shops and keep on past the beach parking area. Keep going straight and it is the second turning on the left. It is almost behind Marine Divers and adjacent to The Coral Oasis. For reservations telephone 96 282060.

Food Facts to Consider

by Cherry Dobbins

Many pieces of sushi contain more carbohydrate than protein A new study suggests that eating dark chocolate could improve the brain’s ability to do maths Cinnamon is an antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of blood clots, control blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity thus helping to prevent fat gain and diabetes A tablespoon of soy sauce contains 38% of your maximum daily allowance of salt Rapeseed oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and is said to contain half the saturates of olive oil Beware of seasoning blends and mixes as they often have a very high salt content Not all cereal bars are such a healthy option. Check the calories and saturates content before buying. For example one ‘natural’ cashew and blueberry bar with a yoghurt coating contains 217 calories and 11.6g fat and 8.2g saturates.

Compare it with a Cadbury’s Flake which has 171 calories, 9.8g fat and 6.1g saturates

Oysters contain more vitamin D per calorie than skimmed milk A 2012 study by the American NEJM found that drinking up to six cups of coffee a day can reduce ‘all cause mortality’ by 10% in men and 15% in women Pecans and walnuts contain more antioxidants than blueberries, raspberries, cranberries and blackberries Blackcurrants contain more antioxidants than all the other berries.

Raspberries come second

To burn off one M&M sweet you need to walk the length of a football pitch.

A study in 2010 found that ginger can help reduce exercise-induced muscle pain by up to 25%

A 100g portion of roasted chicken breast and leg contains 7.5g fat. A 100g portion of lean roast pork contains 5.5g fat

Drying fruit causes a loss of 30 to 80% of its vitamin and antioxidant content

An 80g portion of green salad counts as one of your five a day

Just smelling chocolate can trigger relaxation by increasing the theta brain waves

Despite its saturated fat content, coconut oil is now widely considered a healthy fat that can enhance heart health and weight loss. It is comprised, roughly, of 50% medium chain fatty acids in the form of lauric acid, which boosts immunity, sparks metabolism and is more easily burned off in your body.

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Grass fed beef contains two and a half times the amount of omega-3s than grain fed beef.

According to a study by Dr. Kirsten Brandt, boiling carrots before slicing them increases their antioxidant content by 25% Fizzy drinks leach calcium from the bones and contribute to the development of osteoporosis Dark chocolate contains lots of antioxidants that can help the cardiovascular system by reducing blood pressure

Candida - The Insidious Enemy

by Caroline Carter

Do you crave sweets and sugary items? Are you a closet cookie monster? If so, you may unknowingly harbour yeasts that are gobbling up your sugars before you can use them. These hidden gremlins in the gut give the tell-tell signs of bloating and indigestion after meals, especially when you must let out your belt or plan on wearing looser clothing than you used to for any particular meal.

Of all the parasites I have come across during my 23+ years of practicing, none hold a candle Photographs of blood samples show the difference between a healthy to Candida clients and a client suffering with Candida. albicans and the secret damage that yeasts do. Even though Candida can cause symptoms that mimic more diseases than any other uninvited guests, it is often still presumed to be a normal part of our intestinal flora.

Although Candida albicans is one of the most common types of yeast we normally house in our intestines, if the delicate balance between Candida and the other bugs is tipped, Candida grows rampantly, which can produce over one hundred different symptoms, beginning with the gut.

Candida can mimic any symptom Once Candida takes over the gut, it inflames the gut wall provoking much gas, bloating, indigestion, alternating diarrhoea and constipation, or pain that you may suffer. If the yeast inflames the lower oesophagus or stomach, you have burning and heartburn. If the lining of the small intestine is inflamed, carrier or transport proteins are damaged making it more difficult for the gut to absorb vitamins and minerals – with mysterious fatigue and new infections the possible result. Now with the gut inflamed putrefactive toxins from the bowel leak into the bloodstream, promoting aches and pains all over as well as damaging local nerves in the gut, which lead to constipation.

Because the inflamed gut can leak large food particles that the immune system has never encountered before, an antibody attack is mounted against them. Now the innocent host of Candida (you) has allergies to all sort of foods that never bothered you before Food allergies are only the beginning. As Candida inflames the gut wall where half the body’s detoxification system lies, you may find yourself reacting to perfumes, smoke, cleansers, and chemicals in the environment with runny noses, brain fog, depression, fatigue, dizziness or pains all over.

For a more in depth and scientifically referenced article plus a list of common Candida symptoms seen and dealt with at Healthy Healing, please see our website under the link for published articles.

Caroline Carter CAM Practitioner www.healthyhealingcy.com 26343512

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Dog Behaviour Head Tilt Most people have seen dogs tilt their heads to the side as if questioning something. It commonly happens when dogs hear a new sound or see something they don’t quite understand. Head tilting is especially common in puppies. This behaviour can have a few different meanings.

A dog might cock her head to the side to get in a better position to hear or see something. Consider that a dog’s muzzle can obstruct vision.

Perhaps the ear flaps muffle some sounds. Momentarily tilting the head might just be a way to see or hear better.

If a dog’s head remains in the tilted position and the dog seems to have no control over it, this can be a sign of a health problem, such as an ear infection or even a problem in the brain. See your vet as soon as possible if your dog has a suspicious head tilt.

Poop-Eating It’s one of the grossest things a dog can do. Poop-eating, also called coprophagia, is a common habit among dogs. We may never fully understand why so many dogs enjoy eating faeces. Theories abound, including poopeating being a natural instinct, a sign of illness or malnutrition, the effect of anxiety and stress, or a form of pica (compulsion to eat non-food items).

Coprophagia in dogs may be learned at a young age or even brought on by senility.

While this habit is generally not highly dangerous to dogs, it’s quite disgusting and not exactly healthy. Specific training may help you break this habit in some cases.

Tail Chasing Does your dog spin in circles chasing his tail? This is a common behaviour in dogs. In some cases, tail-chasing is a natural, playful activity. However, excessive tail chasing can be a sign of a health or behaviour problem.

If your dog is chewing at his tail when he catches it, then he might have a problem with his skin or anal glands. If the tail chasing is constant and intense, this may be a sign of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Yes, OCD affects dogs, though this is not especially common. Talk to your veterinarian if you are concerned about your dog’s tail chasing.

Vocalization Vocalization, especially barking, is a normal behaviour in dogs. Some dogs vocalize more than others and for different reasons. Dogs may bark to communicate with humans and to express themselves. They may even bark, bay or howl to communicate with other dogs. Barking is common when a dog senses danger. Howling often occurs when dogs hear other dogs howl or even similar noises like sirens. In generally, this is a natural, instinctive behaviour in dogs.

Sometimes a dog’s breed will determine vocalization type (many hounds bay or howl, little dogs tend to yip; Basenjis generally cannot bark, etc.)

Excessive vocalization can be a sign of distress or boredom. Don’t ignore this type of barking. It could lead to barking as a behaviour problem. However, you also do not want to reinforce the vocalization when it is excessive.

Training can help with vocalization issues though you may need the help of a dog trainer when vocalization is a major problem.

Scooting It’s a funny thing to watch when a dog scoots his butt on the ground Is this something your dog does? Don’t worry, your dog is not weird (well maybe he is, but it’s not because of scooting).

If it bothers you when your dog licks you, then training is the best way to stop it. Generally, ignoring the licking and rewarding when your dog stops licking will train you dog that licking is not desired. If you don’t mind licking, then it’s probably okay. Although dogs mouths are definitely not cleaner than ours (that’s a myth), the bacteria is not generally harmful unless it gets into an open wound.

Humping Does your dog like to hump other dogs? Objects? People?! Humping behaviour is actually quite natural in dogs. Contrary to what you might think, humping is not always sexual. It’s also not really related to dominance as some people used to think. Dogs usually hump each other as a part of normal play. They may also playfully hump objects and people. Excitement (non-sexual) and attention-seeking may also be reasons for humping.

Humping between neutered dogs is not generally a problem unless it bothers one of the dogs. If you sense a problem when two dogs are playing, separate the dogs immediately.

Humping of objects is only a problem if it really bothers you. When it comes to humping people, you will probably want to break this habit for your house guests’ sake. Often, the solution is walking away from the dog and denying attention until humping stops.

Bottom Sniffing Two dogs meet and suddenly they are sniffing each other in the rear end.

Why do they do this? Thanks to a highly complex and superior olfactory system, dogs’ sense of smell is at least 10,000 times better than humans.

Dogs learn about the world through their noses. Mutual sniffing among dogs is a normal way for them to learn about each other. Many of the most concentrated scents are in the area of the anus and genitals.

A dog can learn about gender, reproductive status, temperament, diet, and much more just from sniffing another dog’s rear end.

Each being (dogs, humans, etc.) has his or her own unique scent. This might be why some dogs take to sniffing humans in embarrassing ways. If your dog is getting a little too personal with people, simply redirect him to something else, like a treat or toy.

There’s no reason you should keep two dogs from sniffing each other unless one dog seems bothered by it. In fact, two dogs may get along better if you allow each to sufficiently sniff the other.

Digging Many owners get frustrated when their dogs keep digging up the yard. Dogs usually dig because they are bored or anxious. Some dogs dig to hide their toys from other dogs (or perceived threats to their possessions).

Dogs may also dig when it is hot out (to find a cooler spot underground to lie down in). If this is the case, then your dog is probably too hot to be outdoors.

The best way to prevent digging is to refrain from leaving your dog outside alone.

Try interacting more with your dog by providing exercise or playing games.

Is your dog a leaner?

Many dogs love to lean on their owners’ legs, feet or bodies. This seems especially common in giant dog breeds. The general reason for this is simple: your dog wants to be closer to you. Dogs are affectionate creatures. Don’t let anyone tell you that your dog is trying to dominate you in some way, because that is simply untrue.

Less commonly, leaning may be a sign of fear or insecurity.

Dogs scoot their butts on the ground because something is bothering them back there. That “something” is usually the anal glands.

Leaning may also be related to separation anxiety, in which case your dog will show other signs of anxiety when you leave him alone

Located on either side of the anus, these sacs fill with oily, stinky fluid. In some dogs, the anal glands naturally empty during bowel movements. Other dogs need a little help from humans to have their anal glands expressed.

Panting Panting is a completely normal canine behaviour. But what is the reason for panting? Dogs pant primarily to cool themselves off. Because they do not sweat the way humans do, dogs must rely on the exchange of air at their mouths to cool their bodies off. Since this is a very inefficient process, we humans should do our best to keep our dogs cool, preventing heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Other reasons for scooting include skin problems and anal masses. Or, your dog might have something stuck back there (okay, usually that’s poop) and just be trying to remove it.

Licking People It’s extremely common for dogs to lick people. Why do they do this? As you might have guessed, licking is usually a way for dogs to show us affection.

That explains why we often call them “doggie kisses.” Dogs also lick us because they are seeking our attention. Plus, they think we taste pretty good. There are instinctive reasons for licking as well; wolves and wild dogs sometimes feed their young by regurgitating food from the hunt.

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Some dogs pant due to anxiety, stress or fear.

Removing your dog from the stressful situation is the best action you can take.

Panting may also be a sign of illness or injury in dogs. If your dog’s panting seems to be a problem, be sure to contact your vet right away.

What is Emotional Intelligence?

by Dr Vasilios Silivistris, DipComp DipSup MBACP BA MA FRSH PhD

We all have different personalities, different wants and needs, and different ways of showing our emotions. Navigating through all of this takes tact and intelligence, especially if we hope to succeed in life. This is where Emotional Intelligence becomes important.

Emotional Intelligence is the ability to recognise your emotions, understand what they are telling you, and realise how your emotions affect people around you.

In addition, it involves your perception of others: when you understand how and why they feel it allows you to manage your relationships more effectively.

People with high Emotional Intelligence are usually successful in most things they do.

Characteristics of Emotional Intelligence.

Self-Awareness – People with high Emotional Intelligence are usually very self-aware. They understand their emotions, and because of this, they do not let their feelings rule them. They are confident because they trust their intuition and do not let their emotions get out of control. They are also willing to take an honest look at themselves. They know their strengths and weaknesses, and they work on these areas so they can perform better.

Many people believe that this self-awareness is the most important part of Emotional Intelligence.

Self-Regulation – This is the ability to control emotions and impulses.

People who self-regulate typically do not allow themselves to become too angry or jealous, and they do not make impulsive, careless decisions. They think before they act. Characteristics of self-regulation are thoughtfulness, comfort with change, integrity, and the ability to say no.

Motivation – People with a high degree of Emotional Intelligence are usually motivated. They are willing to defer immediate results for long-term

success. They are highly productive, love a challenge, and are very effective in whatever they do.

Empathy – This is perhaps the second-most important element of Emotional Intelligence. Empathy is the ability to identify with and understand the wants, needs, and viewpoints of those around you. People with empathy are good at recognising the feelings of others, even when those feelings may not be obvious. As a result, empathetic people are usually excellent at managing relationships, listening, and relating to others. They avoid stereotyping and judging too quickly, and they live their lives in a very open, honest way.

Social Skills – It is usually easy to talk to and like people with good social skills, another sign of high Emotional Intelligence. Those with strong social skills are typically team players. Rather than focus on their own success first, they help others develop and shine. They can manage disputes, are excellent communicators, and are masters at building and maintaining relationships.

Although intelligence is important to success in life, Emotional Intelligence is the key to relating well with others and achieving your goals. Many people believe that it is at least as important as regular intelligence, and many companies now use Emotional Intelligence testing to hire new staff.

Emotional Intelligence is an awareness of your actions, feelings and how they affect those around you. It also means that you value others, listen to their wants and needs, and are able to empathise or identify with them on many different levels.

South African/Cypriot Dr Vasilios Silivistris is a UK trained Psychotherapist and Counselling practitioner. He is a Patron of the Cyprus Samaritans, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Health (FRSH Patron: HM the Queen) and a Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Tel: 99 109177. Email: v.silivistris@btinternet.com tiny.cc/drvasos SKYPE: dr.v.silivistris All enquiries will be treated in safety and in the strictest of confidence.

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MAGGIE’S BEAUTY SPOT: Embrace your romantic, creative side and try this summer’s hottest trend with our top tips! Boho is back for Summer 2015 with prints, fabrics, embellishments and shapes all nodding to the 70s. Yves Saint Laurent, House of Holland and Tommy Hilfiger all showcased crochet, fringing and flares on their Spring/Summer 2015 catwalks so you can bet that it’s going to be in a store near you this season!

You don’t have to embrace this trend from head-to-toe to keep your look current for the season ahead. With a few small additions and some simple styling tweaks you can easily incorporate Boho into your existing wardrobe.

In Your 30s... This is the age when you can really go all-out with this trend, if you want to!

Pick up some pattern-clashing patterns will seem a little counterintuitive for some, but take a look at any existing prints that are in your wardrobe and experiment with wearing different pieces together. Florals mixed with stripes or polka dots or even florals mixed with more florals will all give an eclectic 70s vibe to your outfit. Top tip when ‘clashing’ prints keep the colour-ways the same to give your look a cohesive feel.

In Your 40s... Flare up - if skinny or boyfriend jeans aren’t your thing you’ll be pleased to hear that, in keeping with the 70s vibe, the denim shape of the season is most definitely the flared jean. These are available everywhere and you can invest as much or as little as you want in finding the right fit. Pair with a simple tee and wedges or up the 70s feel with a check

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Go Boho This Summer! shirt and Boho accessories!

Top tip - this shape is perfect for those of you with hourglass body shapes and will balance out your curves if you are a triangle. Just watch your proportions petites should opt for a softer bootcut style with less ‘kick’ whereas those of you who are tall and long-legged can really go for it!

In Your 50s and beyond... Take it to the max - many of us will have a maxi skirt or dress from last season hiding away in our wardrobe somewhere. A longer dress with a floral print or in warm colours gives a distinctly 70s feel whilst still looking current and elegant.

Top tip - choose accessories with a 70s feel to bring a simple maxi dress upto-date. For example, pair with some embellished sandals or tan wedges. A wide belt will show off your waist and give a different look to a dress you’ve worn before.

Maggie Wright, Colour Me Beautiful Consultant 99318477 maggiecmb@ yahoo.co.uk www. cmbcyprus.com 10% off for Grapevine readers.

Living the Christian Life

by Val Morgan

I am writing this little message from the UK, where as usual we are enjoying the ‘English Summer’. This of course means one day it can be warm and sunny and the next it can pour with rain. But this does mean that the trees and gardens are green and full of summer flowers, where ours, in Cyprus, are beginning to look a little scorched. It is good to be able to come back and see family and friends and catch up with all the news.

It’s good too, to come back and look at the UK with objective eyes. I have found that in talking to ex pats in Cyprus, who have not been back to the UK for some time, how little they realise how things have changed here and unfortunately, in many cases not for the better.

Respect for other people and their property seems to have been completely lost and everyone is out for themselves and what they can get – legally or illegally.

However, the Christian faith is still very much alive and the church where I used to be a member, where I attend when I am back in UK, is steadily growing and has a large number of young couples and children attending.

We need to keep the basic principles of the Christian faith alive. God gave the Israelites the Ten Commandments as a guideline to good living.

Unfortunately, even the Israelites, God’s chosen people, found keeping all the rules difficult. This is why God sent His Son, Jesus Christ to be the final sacrifice for our sin. He paid the price by sacrificing himself for us and in doing this re-united us with our Heavenly Father. When Jesus then went back to the Father, He sent the Holy Spirit to be part of our lives and by welcoming the Holy Spirit into our life; He can help us to live life to the full and with respect and love for one another.

Jesus summed up the Ten Commandments in just two lines. Love the Lord God, your Father above all others and love your neighbour as yourself.

One of the basic Christian principles is to put others before ourselves. If we do that, then keeping the Ten Commandments becomes a whole lot easier because we don’t want to steal from our neighbour or kill him or do anything else which would harm him or his family.

‘But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in the orchard – things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that a basic holiness permeates things and people. We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments, not needing to force our way in life, able to marshal and direct our energies wisely’. Galatians 5 verses 22 & 23 ‘The Message’.

Wouldn’t it be a wonderful world to live in if we all put others before ourselves? If we had compassion for others needs and put their needs before our own? Perhaps we should make a start by being a good example to others.

A new Layman’s Bible School will be starting in September. This course has proved very popular over the last few years and has encouraged many people in their faith. Contact us for further details.

If you would like to learn more about how to live the Christian faith life, join us for our service at 10.30am on Sunday morning, Coral Star Restaurant (opposite Philippos supermarket) Coral Bay, or join us there for coffee on Thursday morning 10.30am – 12 noon.

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Simone Swift fundraises for Paphiakos Animal Welfare The incredibly talented and beautiful radio presenter Simone Swift is a huge animal lover and very passionate about all the causes she strongly believes in.

Every 2 weeks, she hosts our organization for 10 minutes of her show – Sunny Side Up with Simone Swift (Monday to Friday between 9am and 11am) - on Rock FM Radio.

Her charity work is tireless and we could never thank her enough for all she does.

When she heard Paphiakos was in desperate need of €2500 to finish the building of the new quarantine area, she decided she wanted to help. Said and done. Simone has thus embarked on a mission to help animals – and the place that has been looking after them and saving them in the tens of thousands for over 30 years – any way she could. The best way she could think of? A Sponsored Parasail!!! Sometime this summer Simone Swift will be fundraising for Paphiakos parasailing while dressed as a princess… She needs all the sponsors she can get, who can support her very brave adventure with as little as €5. She is keen on raising the necessary funds and already told us she will not stop until she has done it.

And then? Then she will do more!

Another step towards raising funds was taken on Saturday 11th July 2015, when Simone Swift held a very special Cake Meze Coffee Morning at the newest place to be in town, the Boo-Tea-Licious Tea Room located in Pano Paphos! The day was promising to be fantastic, with so much happening!

The ever-present, hardworking Andrea Bell, Operational Co-ordinator for Paphiakos, and Patricia, one of our amazing volunteers, took a few of the best clothing items to be found in our charity shops for people to buy, and 2 gorgeous puppies to receive endless cuddles, who are looking for loving homes they can call their own, Raffy and Harry! Simone Swift and BooTea-Licious held a big raffle on the day with numerous and exciting prizes, among which 3 entertainer apps - donated by so many caring businesses and people (Anola’s Ark Cattery, Euromania, LockDown Paphos, Beauty

by Markanthony, K Cineplex, The Farmyard Restaurant in Kathikas, Angel Cakes, Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark, Purrfect Grooming Animal Groomers, Namos Snack Bar, Personalised Paphos, Vintage Bar, Colour Me Beautiful, Sharron Rolph, Lynda Atkinson, Jonney Boo Premier Lounge, and others).

All this and much more contributed to an amazing event on a very hot July Saturday which raised just over €300! An amazing time was had by everyone present, the cakes and savouries were absolutely fantastic and the host Simone Swift… Extraordinary!

Paphiakos Animal Welfare would like to thank Simone Swift for all her past, present and future work for the welfare of animals and for being such an active supporter of the organisation. A special thank you is also due to Rock FM Cyprus for their continued support and help and for being main sponsor of Paphiakos.

Urgent appeal – the dogs in the shelter are in desperate need of dry food.

Any donations are more than welcomed. Those who wish to help and can do it, please bring your donations to the paphiakos t-rooms any day until 7pm.

Thank you for your care and support! (Alternatively, you can donate money via http://cyprusanimalwelfare.com/help/donate-now.html ) Summer Sales Shopping Trip to Nicosia – Thursday 13th August 2015 – spend a wonderful day out with family and old and new friends, all while enjoying the big summer sales at Marks & Spencer Strovolos, IKEA and the Mall of Cyprus. Departure at 07:45am from the Paphiakos T-Rooms. Short break at Choirokoitia. Raffle with exciting prizes organized on the way!

Tickets €19 (no refunds) are available from the Paphiakos T-Rooms (opposite the Big Church in Kato Paphos, to the left of the Ambassador Restaurant – contact 26946461/ext. 114). Book early to avoid disappointment!

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Aliathon Bowling Club We are currently looking for new members to swell our ranks.

Our club is conveniently located in Paphos, at the Aliathon Holiday Village and we are the leading Bowling Club in Cyprus and the only club with two greens (5-rink and 8-rink). This year our main green was resurfaced making it the best green in Cyprus We have a clubhouse with a bar in which we hold functions so, in addition to playing bowls, there are other opportunities to socialise and make new friends. We frequently play visiting clubs from the UK and elsewhere.

Being affiliated to Bowls Cyprus, our club plays matches against the other three bowling clubs in Cyprus and some of our players have represented Cyprus at National level. Don’t let that put you off though as we cater for all levels of ability. Coaching classes are available for those who haven’t played before; why not give it a try?

To try your hand without any expense, we will be open every Friday morning from 9.00 -12.00.

For more information please check out our website or contact John on 99380796 or woodcock@cytanet.com.cy We do have a few sets of woods at the Club for loan, but if you would like to buy a set may we suggest you look on our notice board, where you can pick up second hand woods.

Please ask someone to advise you on the size of bowls you will need, before you buy.

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Regatta Magic

by Alice Stanley

Three days of Regatta Magic last month saw 23 dinghies, 2 Safety Boats, and our Committee Boat (thanks Savas, our Fisherman partner) all pirouetting around the sea off Agios Georgios. What a super spectacle! Many visitors crowded around the Mole, the Beach, the Church car park and St. George Restaurant to admire the dazzling display.

Wow! Wayfarer fleet start the Regatta by Chris Scorer

As usual the fickle winds and sea obliged with their dramatic displays of delightful winds on Friday; light airs slowly increasing on Saturday and almost three metre high waves on Sunday. Never a dull moment then for our intrepid sailors as they raced around the challenging course set by our Race Officer Bob Vart. Christine Baker, our Flags impresario started all eight races without a hitch and at the end of this three day event, sailors, helpers and visitors tumbled tired but very happy into Koula’s Beach Cafe for the presentations. Regatta team leaders heaved a great sigh of relief; all the hard work and preparation had paid off handsomely. Compliments from the twenty or so sailors who joined us from Dhekelia Sailing Club underlined the success of this Summer Regatta.

In addition and most importantly we are proud to share the success of this Regatta with our Local Community Partners.

Councillor Linda le Blanc presented the prizes; Lee Hinton from FM Group Councillor Linda le Blanc presents the FM Group Cup Cyprus, our lead to the winners by Chris Scorer partner, presented the FM Group Cup to the “Overall Winners” Richard Peacock and Sharon Kimber. Other partners who share our commitment to “Giving back to the Community” included Stavros, owner of Neptune Hotel & Apartments and Noe’s Sports Club; Philippos Supermarkets; Latchi Water Sports Centre; Faros Restaurant in Latchi; Pacific Insurance; St George Restaurant and MaD4Ad. Our Commodore Paul thanks every one of them for their partnership and support.

Almost 400 action photographs (isn’t digital photography wonderful!) were taken by Chris Scorer and Liz Unwin from the power boat skippered by the ubiquitous Pete Dawe. Thanks you three. What a team.

For more information, all the results and fantastic photographs of the Regatta go to www.pisc.com.cy

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