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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

An insight into may

It’s officially spring and this month we are proud to showcase the most stylish collections from Marbella’s hottest fashion boutiques in our “Viva la Villa” photo shoot. The beautiful Villa del Mar at the Marbella Club Hotel provided the location and the acclaimed photographic team; Bodakids, captured the essence of the season in every shot. Following the opening of her first independent boutique, Society Marbella caught up with the lady of the moment, Elizabeth Hurley for an exclusive interview discussing everything from her stint on the hit TV show, Gossip Girl, ex-boyfriend Hugh Grant, her new beau cricketer Shane Warne and her successful beachwear collection.

May appears to be a month for exclusives. Not only can we can reveal to you Aqwa Mist the latest addition to the coast’s biggest success story that is Sala Group, we are also delighted to showcase Marbella’s hottest beach club boutique, The Edit, located at the newly refurbished, redesigned and rebranded Sala Beach, and Glow, Playa del Duque’s contemporary wellness and fitness centre which has recently come under new ownership. This month we also had the pleasure of sampling the exquisite cuisine available from the Puente Romano Hotel’s newest gastronomic creation, Namazake. Appropriately named after a type of sake, the Japanese eatery boasts the largest selection of sake on the coast and what can only be described as the best Tatsoi salad I have ever tasted. On the subject of the Puente Romano Hotel, SOCIETY MARBELLA would like to congratulate Public Relations & Events Manager, Tara Lorimer on the birth of her baby girl.

If you are already thinking about the summer season ahead of us, turn to page 64 for some humorous tips from bronzed beach bum, Giles Brown. Probably worth a read before you make your way down to the various opening parties to avoid a sartorial nightmare.

Until next time…

Andy Clark

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CONTENTS

The Beauty Barometer

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Top treatments and beauty products

Feel-good Factor Health and beauty news from along the coast

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Who’s in...Who’s out The glitterati of Marbella

90 Torque Talk

On the road with the most elite cars

Elizabeth wears Bali one piece

by Elizabeth Hurley Beach

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Wired

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Innovative technology and gadgets

Celebrity Spotlight Exclusive Interview with Elizabeth Hurley

49 Chic happens

A selection of Marbella’s local fashion boutiques latest collections

Top Ten

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Top news snippets from the world of entertainment

A List Antics

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All the gossip and glamour straight from straight from Hollywood

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Marbella Makeover

The process begins…

64 Summer Survival Giles Brown’s tips for the summer season

Keep it real

The hottest properties on the coast

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Legal advice 70 Monthly

by Lexland Abogados: “Non Residents Face Extreme Measures Against Tax Fraud”

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Costa Cuisine

Wining and dining at the finest eateries

Little black book

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Comprehensive directory of local businesses

118 Costa Calendar

What’s on? When? Where?

Kidz Corner

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Everything your need to keep the little ones entertained.

124 Society Pinboard A round up of the month’s events

Elizabethan Style

CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT

This month we turn the spotlight on British beauty, Elizabeth Hurley

This month Society Marbella had the pleasure of conducting an exclusive interview with supermodel, actress and entrepreneur Elizabeth Hurley following the launch of her new Marbella Boutique.

Hi Elizabeth, it’s fantastic to have you back on our TV screens, did you enjoy filming Gossip Girl?

Filming Gossip Girl was a blast. I play Diana Payne, a self-made media mogul with questionable morals. I’ve played a few villains in my time and love it – less acting required. Just kidding.

Your character storyline involves a relationship with the very gorgeous, Chace Crawford, that must have been tough?!

Chace is a lovely man and we had a lot of fun filming together. It was strange at first to be playing opposite someone young enough to be my son….but I coped!

How have you found the American response? Do you enjoy spending time in New York?

I have always loved filming in New York and a lot of Gossip Girl is filmed on the Upper East side – so dangerously close to

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my favourite shops. A show like Gossip Girl really appeals to young people so I have a whole new audience now.

Do you have any more television appearances lined up?

I just finished a 22-week run on Gossip Girl, so I’m not looking to make a big commitment to anything in the immediate future, even though I loved acting again and Gossip Girl was a blast. All my younger girlfriends and gay friends adore the show.

As well as a successful acting career you also own your own beachwear collection, what inspired you to launch Elizabeth Hurley Beach?

I decided to venture into Beachwear, not only because I’ve always been obsessed with holiday clothes, but also because it’s an area where women, regardless of shape or size, can either look amazing or really get it wrong. I

like to come up with styles, prints and colours that make people look great and make women feel fabulously sexy at any age. I get inspired whenever I see a well dressed woman on vacation.

I spend all my holidays looking at how women dress and feel on the beach.

What kind of woman do you design for?

I design for women aged 18 months to infinity! I am as happy when sexy young women buy my bikinis as I am when fabulous seventy-year-olds look gorgeous in my kaftans. I’d like women to say that they made a good investment when they buy my beachwear and feel as good as they can on vacation when they wear the clothes. Women respond really well to the line because I’ve taken a lot of care to ensure that the swimwear fits really well and the cover-ups aren’t frumpy. Many women are pleased to find that the beach clothes make them look and feel sexy, even if they’re quite

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covered up. I concentrate a lot on kaftans, tunics and sarongs, and make them in gorgeous prints and colours, with hand beading and semi-precious stones.

It’s a great way to look fabulous without being too exposed.

You are about to open your first boutique in Marbella, can you tell us about it?

Yes, that’s correct – I have opened my Elizabeth Hurley Beach boutique in Marbella. This is our first stand alone store and I’m very excited. I shall be hosting a party in the store in early June. The collection is very glamorous so is perfect for the ladies of Marbella. We will also sell my adorable kids collection for little girls aged 18 months to 13 years.

You’re involved with a number of charities, is there one that is especially close to your heart?

Estee Lauder’s daughter-in-law, Evelyn Lauder, co invented the Pink Ribbon

in 1992 and formed the Breast Cancer Research Foundation the following year. Every October, I go round the world raising funds and awareness for the foundation. We’ve raised over $320 million to date and fund 162 research scientists. I am passionate about talking to women about their breast health.

We’re all scared of breast cancer, but we now know that if a localised breast cancer tumour is detected early, it is 90% curable. That’s why it’s so important to get the message out and tell every woman to see their doctors regularly and get a mammogram every year if over the age of 40. I know many women who discovered their own tumours by self examination. It is one of the most important things a woman can do for herself once a month and it’s free. Your doctor can show you how to do it and it should be done at the same time of the month, every month.

Elizabeth wears Mimosa one piece in Aubergine by Elizabeth Hurley Beach

What is a day in the life of Liz Hurley?

No day is typical; I may fly to New York to shoot a campaign or somewhere hot for a bikini shoot, or be chained to my desk. My son and I usually go away most half-terms and during the three big school holidays. We love to travel and most of my work can be done remotely anyway. I am very hands-on with my beachwear and also the running of my farm. However, my son Damian gets virtually all my time when he’s not at school. Unless there’s an emergency on, I try not to work between picking him up from school and bed time. We do piano and guitar practice, the dreaded maths homework, supper, bath, reading and bed together.

You also have a bed linen collection?

What made you decide to branch out into bed linen?

I’m launching a beautiful collection of bed linen in late May, which will initially

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be at the House of Fraser stores. I am very pleased with it. We spend a third of our lives in bed so I think they should be beautiful!

You became a mother to your son Damian in 2002, how does Damian cope with your lifestyle? Do you think he will follow you into the world of showbiz?

Damian spent a month or so with me in New York over the summer and loved it.

He made his own short movie and ran my Gossip Girl lines with me every night.

He thought it was the most exciting thing that ever happened. He got to be in my trailer and hang out on a film set, which is what he has longed for his entire life.

What kind of mother would you say you are?

I adore my son and we are very close. I am more like an Italian mother than an English one and spoil him a lot. I’m very strict with manners and I think he is very well behaved. He has been very well socialised from a young age and I can take him anywhere.

As well as being a mother, you are also Godmother to Patsy Kensit and Liam Gallagher’s son Lennon, it is rumoured that you are also godmother to two of

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David and Victoria Beckham’s sons, Romeo and Brooklyn. Do you have the opportunity to see a lot of the Beckham’s?

I am not Godmother to any of David and Victoria Beckham’s children – I just attended their baptisms! I am Godmother to Lennon though, and he’s a lovely boy.

You have spent the majority of your life in the spotlight, was it difficult to shed the ‘Hugh Grant’s girlfriend’ tag?

Well, Hugh and I split up twelve years ago, so I think that’s long gone now.

Some people may be unaware that you founded a film production house with Hugh Grant, Simian Films, which coproduced both Extreme Measures and Mickey Blue Eyes, do you prefer an on or off screen role?

I produced two movies and it was an incredible amount of work, but extremely satisfying. The skills I learnt have definitely helped me with my beach business – the process of development, pre-production, production, post-production and marketing are pretty much the same, no matter how diverse the product. I probably prefer on-screen though.

You and Hugh dated for 13 years and have openly admitted to remaining close friends, do Shane and Hugh get along?

I’m glad to say that Hugh and Shane get on very well and often play golf together.

You announced your engagement to cricketer Shane Warne last year, how did you meet?

We met through mutual friends at the Goodwood races in the summer of 2010.

How are the wedding plans coming along?

We haven’t set a date yet but talk about it a lot!

What are your plans for the future? Any surprises we should watch out for?

My future plans are as chaotic as ever.

We are now juggling school dates from Shane’s children in Australia alongside Damian’s here, while working all over the globe and trying to have fun too. It’s a good challenge to have!

The Elizabeth Hurley Beach boutique is open now and is located at Conjunto Benabola, Bloque 7, Local 1-A, Puerto Banus 29660 Marbella (Malaga) España.

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What to see, what to watch and what not to miss!

By Christie Holland

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING

Inspired by the bestselling novel of the same name, What To Expect When You’re Expecting is a hilarious and heartfelt comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood. An A-list cast including Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Gossip Girl’s Chace Crawford, Brooklyn Decker, Twilight’s Anna Kendrick, Matthew Morrison and Dennis Quaid ensure that this kaleidoscope comedy is as universal as it is unpredictable and guarantees to find humour and uplift in all the unexpected trials and triumphs of welcoming a child into the world.

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Nº4 Nº3 A LITTLE BIT OF HEAVEN

LASERLIGHT BY JESSIE J FT. DAVID GUETTA

LaserLight is The Voice coach, Jessie J’s next single, a huge electro-house-ballad full of Guetta’s signature thumping beats and Jessie’s powerhouse vocal, it is the latest release from the platinum edition of her debut studio album, Who You Are. Set to be a sure-fire global chart-smash and the soundtrack to the summer, LaserLight is the ultimate party track.

A Little Bit of Heaven stars Kate Hudson as Marley Corbett, a carefree woman with a promising career, great friends, and a witty sense of humour who devastatingly learns that she has terminal cancer. She is informed of the news by Dr. Goldstein, a successful doctor with a hardened exterior, who is deeply impressed and affected by the way Marley accepts the news of her fate with humour and dignity. From there, Marley and Julian find themselves falling in love, and doing their best to make the most of the time they have left.

SPIRIT IN THE ROOM

BY TOM JONES

The new coach of The Voice releases his new album this month featuring covers of tracks by artists including Leonard Cohen, Paul Simon and Sir Paul McCartney.

Tom’s previous album Praise and Blame saw Tom mark a return to his roots and emerge with a powerful body of work drawn from the American spiritual repertoire. Now moving forward with Spirit in the Room, Tom draws on an evocative range of compositions executed with an unprocessed passion that make them his own.

DARK SHADOWS

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Director Tim Burton brings the cult classic series Dark Shadows to the big screen in a gothic comedy featuring an all-star cast, led by Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer and Helena Bonham Carter. Depp stars as a Barnabas Collins, an imprisoned vampire who is set free and returns to his ancestral home, where his dysfunctional descendants are in need of his protection.

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LITTLE BROKEN HEARTS BY NORAH JONES

Nº6 R.I.P BY RITA ORA FT. TINIE TEMPAH

After smashing into the UK charts featuring on the No.1 hit Hot Right Now, Rita Ora prepares to release her debut UK single R.I.P on May 6. Rita was signed by none other than Jay Z after just one phone call. R.I.P’s roll call of writers and producers is a force to be reckoned with and marks the spot for the 21-year-old who stays true to her UK roots as well as embracing her new US family. The track was written by Young Money superstar Drake, produced by dubstep lords Chase & Status and pop powerhouse duo Stargate and also features the Prince of UK hip hop Tinie Tempah.

Both sides of the Atlantic have joined forces to create an explosive hit that is fast making Rita the jewel in the Roc Nation crown.

Little Broken Hearts is the stunning new album

by Norah Jones, produced by Danger Mouse, aka Brian Burton, featuring songs co-written by Jones and Burton. Jones drew the inspiration for the album cover from the vintage movie posters that adorn Burton’s Los Angeles studio. “Brian has this great collection of Russ Meyer posters in his studio,” explains Jones, “and this particular one, called Mudhoney, was right over the couch where I sat every day. I always was looking at it and thinking ‘that’s so cool I want to look like her!’

I remember staring at the poster the whole time we made the record. It’s a great visual.”

BLOWN AWAY BY CARRIE UNDERWOOD

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Nº7 Since five-time Grammy winner Carrie Underwood released her new single Good Girl to country radio and debuted it at No. 1 on Billboard’s Digital Country Songs chart, the excitement from her fans continues to grow. Her new album Blown Away is in stores this month, produced by Mark Bright, it is Underwood’s fourth studio album on 19 Recordings/Arista Nashville. The album cover was shot by renowned photographer Randee St. Nicholas.

Since releasing Some Hearts in 2005, Underwood has sold more than 14 million albums. She’s amassed 14 No. 1 singles, six of which she co-wrote, and became the first country artist in history and the only American Idol winner ever to achieve ten No. 1 singles from their first two albums.

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THE AVENGERS

Marvel Studios presents Marvel’s The Avengers, the superhero team of a lifetime featuring iconic super heroes; Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow. When an expected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the International peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins.

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SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN

In the epic action-adventure Snow White and the Huntsman, Kristen Stewart stars as the only person in the land fairer than the evil queen (Oscar winner Charlize Theron) out to destroy her. But what the wicked ruler never imagined is that the young woman threatening her reign has been training in the art of war with a huntsman dispatched to kill her. Sam Claflin joins the cast as the prince long-enchanted by Snow White’s beauty and power.

Amanda Bynes is the latest mem-

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With a flourishing career, the shiniest hair and Justin Bieber on her arm, Selena Gomez is one lucky lady and now she can add ‘Gleek’ to her repertoire. Her song Love You Like a Love Song will be featured on an upcoming episode of Glee and the star tackling the big hit… the one and only, Miss Lea Michele, aka Rachel Berry. Rumour has it that Gomez’s track will feature on the highly anticipated prom episode, we can’t wait!

fast die young bad girls do it well!”

Jason Trawick

will not only be walking down the aisle with Miss Spears soon, but it also appears he is set to take legal control over her professional affairs.

Spears’ fiancé has petitioned to be added by the court as the pop singer’s co-conservator, along with her father Jamie Spears. Jamie has held legal control over Britney since early 2008, when her downward spiral left her incapable of handling her finances or medical decisions. Now Jason Trawick, Britney’s former agent, will be added into the mix, but he will only have control over her well-being, not her money.

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One Direction officially conquered America this year, and it seems they have also won over the oneand-only Mr Bieber. It is looking increasingly likely that the two tween sensations will be working on some kind of collaboration in the future. Following a meeting with Justin, One Direction’s Niall Horan tweeted, “In

the studio with our boy @justinbieber last night, it’s gonna sound great!” fol-

lowed by fellow bandmember Liam Payne tweeting, “Got a first listen to Justin Biebers’ new album yesterday wowww big songs!!! Its gunna be a smash… Expect the unexpected.” It’s unsure quite what these two superstars have up their sleeves, but be warned if they do join up, prepare for a tweeniverse explosion.

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longer Miss Cole.

Although don’t expect this to put an end to all the ‘will they, won’t they’ rumours as the UK’s sweetheart isn’t ditching her ex’s name all together, just when it comes to her career. The ex-X Factor judge will now be known as just ‘Cheryl’ in the hopes that her new stage name will add an extra touch of spice to her comeback.

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Society Marbella brings you all the gossip and glamour straight from Hollywood

ber of young Hollywood to add DUI to their resume. The Easy A actress was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after sideswiping a police car in West Hollywood. Her bail was set at $5,000 and subsequently posted. This isn’t the first time Amanda had been stopped by the Los Angeles Police Department, earlier this year she was caught talking on her mobile phone while driving and then she allegedly bolted from the scene before the deputy could finish writing her ticket. She was not arrested, and later that day, Bynes returned to the police station to sign her ticket. Ironically, the day before that incident

If they are hooking up or breaking up, we know about it!

FINALLY Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt

are finally engaged! “Yes,

it’s confirmed. It is a promise for the future, and their kids are very happy. There’s no date set at this time but Brad designed the ring,”

NEW COUPLE ALERT

IT’S OFFICIAL Ever since they announced their split, questions have been circulating whether Heidi Klum and Seal would be able to resolve their issues. However, it seems their decision is final as it has been confirmed Heidi has officially filed for divorce from the Kiss From a Rose singer. The couple signed a pre-nup so their finances shouldn’t be too tricky to sort, but the real issue will be the custody arrangements for their four children.

ONE TO WATCH!

Each month SOCIETY MARBELLA shares a secret with you. It may be the freshest music artist, an exciting new designer or the next A list actress, but whoever it is, you know they are one to watch. This month, SOCIETY MARBELLA has its eyes on actress, JUNO TEMPLE. Image courtesy of Solarpix

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

have been spending ALOT of time together recently, so it’s no surprise that the world has gone into gossip overdrive as to whether they are a little more than friends. Whether they are or they aren’t, if Kanye was hoping to keep his new lady under wraps, maybe he should ask her to keep her mouth shut! When Kim was asked on The Today Show if the rumours were true, she responded; “Kanye and I have been friends for years,” nailing the line given to her by her PR team.“You never know what the future holds.” Hmmm… I think we can guess now!?

Juno Temple’s surname probably rings some bells; this rising starlet is the daughter of film director Julien Temple, who began his career with short films featuring the Sex Pistols, and continued with various off-beat projects, including The Great Rock And Roll Swindle, Absolute Beginners and a documentary film about Glastonbury. The actress was named ‘Juno’ after her parents took a visit to the Grand Canyon during the pregnancy, and found they were standing on a butte of Cape Final known as Juno Temple. Her family moved to America, where she spent the first four years of her life, before returning to England and settling in Somerset. At age four, Juno decided she wanted to be an actress after her father showed her Belle et la Bête by Jean Cocteau. Temple began her career as a child actress in 2000 when she played Emma Southey in Pandaemonium. Her father had cast her in his film Vigo aged nine, but her role was cut out of the film.

At age 15, she told her parents that she was serious about pursuing an acting career, so her mother took her along to an open audition for Notes on a Scandal, and Juno was successful in winning the role of Cate Blanchett’s daughter. This was her big break and led to a role in another high profile film, Atonement with Keira Knightley.

explained representative, Cynthia Pett-Dante. Jewellery designer Robert Procop of Beverly Hills, California, designed the diamond engagement ring after a yearlong collaboration with Pitt, his representative said.

Pitt “wanted every aspect of it to be perfect, so Robert was able to locate a diamond of the finest quality and cut it to an exact custom size and shape to suit Angelina’s hand,” the representative explained. “Brad was always heavily involved, overseeing every aspect of the creative design evolution.

The side diamonds are specially cut to encircle her finger.”

Throughout her early career, she has won critical praise for several supporting roles, one reviewer said that she played her part in Notes on a Scandal with “petulance and angst”, while her performance as Lola Quincey in Atonement was called “impressive.” She also had roles in St Trinians, Wild Child, The Other Boleyn Girl and Year One alongside Jack Black and Michael Cera. Juno moved to Los Angeles in 2009 to help take her career to the next level and also to be with her boyfriend. In 2010 she starred in Abe Sylvia’s Dirty Girl, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, co-starring Milla Jovovich, Jeremy Dozier, William H. Macy, Mary Steenburgen and Tim McGraw. Temple achieved her biggest role to date in Paul W.S. Anderson’s 3D film adaption of The Three Musketeers in 2011 as Anne of Austria, the Queen Consort of France. The film also starred Logan Lerman, Orlando Bloom, Milla Jovovich, Christoph Waltz and Mads Mikkelsen.

The led to being cast in The Dark Knight Rises, as a “street-smart Gotham girl” and a role in the lesbian lycanthropic tale Jack & Diane. It might be a tough world out there, but we have a feeling this actress will go far.

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DINE UNDER THE STARS

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elebrities hold the authority over the television, film and fashion world, however in the past decade the stars have made their mark on another industry; gastronomy. Nevertheless, the history of celebrity-owned restaurants is fraught with failure, there is a long list of celebrity owned eateries that have closed prematurely including Britney Spears’s NYLA in New York, which lasted less than a year, and Jennifer Lopez’s Madre’s in Los Angeles, which lasted from 2002 to 2008 before it too shut its doors. However there are an acclaimed array of eateries that do their famous counterparts justice.

In 1994, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro joined forces with culinary genius Nobuyuki Matsuhisa to open Nobu in New York City’s Tribeca neighbourhood. The current Japanese brand now boasts over 25 locations around the world. De Niro followed Nobu with the Mediterranean-inspired Tribeca Grill and an Italian restaurant,

Locanda Verde, all of which helped revive the Tribeca region and add to the actor’s bottom line. Matsushia currently serves as the executive chef of Nobu Las Vegas, which is also the sole US Nobu to earn a Michelin star. De Niro can afford to be picky with his film projects considering Nobu’s Tribeca outlet alone takes in annual revenues of about $8.5 million, of which $1.7 million is profit, proving the acclaimed chef and the Hollywood star are a true gastronomic power couple. Another collaboration that appears to have paid off is the insanely hip gastro pub, The Spotted Pig, co-owned by Jay Z, Bono and Mario Batali among others.

Awarded a Michelin star and known for its abundance of daily A-listers, this refreshingly unpretentious locale serves excellent quality in a humble setting. The executive chef, British born April Bloomfield, is famed for her chargrilled burgers which are unquestionably worth the exceedingly long wait required for a table.

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Ashton Kutcher may play dumb on television but he’s certainly on to something when it comes to restaurants. The Two and a Half Men actor is behind the Dolce Group which includes Dolce, (imagine old world Italy meets modern chic), Geisha House, a two story Japanese fusion and sushi restaurant, anchored by an imaginative Californian take on traditional Japanese cuisine and an incomparable selection of rare sakes, Les Deux, the famed Hollywood haunt and notorious celebrity hideout serving ultra-exclusive clientele, and most recently Rare 120°, an exclusive American steakhouse in The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Some may argue that it is the brains behind The Dolce Group, founders Lonnie Moore and Mike Malin, that guarantee the group’s success, however we can im-

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agine having Ashton’s name attached is quite an attraction. A diamond in the rough, much like its high profile proprietor, Tagine is nestled deep in the heart of Beverly Hills serving exquisite and authentic Moroccan cuisine in a romantic, candlelit environment.

Owner Ryan Gosling opened the first fine dining Moroccan restaurant in Los Angeles, with friend Chris Angulo. The varied menu combines historic recipes with modern sensibilities to reflect a fresh perspective, earning its status as Beverly Hills best kept secret. While fans do congregate there hoping to catch a glimpse of The Notebook heartthrob, Tagine’s fresh take on traditional Moroccan food has also garnered wide acclaim.

It’s not just the male world that are dominating the hospitality sector,

Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock opened Bess, an authentic AmericanSouth meets European bistro located in Austin Texas in 2006. Soon after, she opened her second establishment, Walton’s, a delicatessen, bakery, café and florist all in one. Her sister Gesine Bullock-Prado, a professional pastry chef and author of the memoir ‘Master Baker’ is the brilliance behind the renowned dessert menu. Latino beauty Eva Longoria opened her trendy Latin tapas spot Beso in Hollywood in 2006.

Celeb chef Todd English showcases his bold culinary style with an electric and contemporary menu featuring the Desperate Housewives star’s guacamole and tortilla soup recipe. Maybe Eva really is more Bree than Gabi!

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After a whirlwind couple of months, from applying and eventually winning Marbella Makeover, there has been no chance for Helen Powell’s feet to touch the ground. As soon as she discovered she had won, we whizzed her down to Mark Dental Clinic where Sam, who will be Helen’s primary dentist, carried out a consultation to see what procedures will be required on Helen’s teeth.

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fter a few minutes of silence and a lot of probing around in her mouth, Sam pointed out that Helen has great oral hygiene. Her gums are healthy, with no disease evident in the bone or gums themself and no noticeable gaps in her mouth. So it’s clear that Helen has looked after her teeth and gums over the years.

Kudos Helen.

The main problems that Sam found with Helen’s teeth are that they are fairly yellow and her gums are

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slightly receding caused not only by age, but also rigorous tooth brushing. After describing how she would always purchase ‘hard’ toothbrushes in order to remove as much plaque as possible, Sam advised against this, explaining that ‘soft or medium’ toothbrushes are perfectly adequate for teeth cleaning and would prevent further regressing of the gums.

We learn something new everyday!

We were informed that Helen has six veneers on her top row of teeth, a

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21st birthday present from her parents to cover one of her early insecurities.

As an infant, Helen was given Tetracycline antibiotics orally, a side effect being teeth discolouration, causing her teeth to grow through black.

Therefore, she begged her parents for veneers on her top teeth to cover the staining from the antibiotics. Sam is going to replace the veneers on her top row of teeth with new ones or with crowns; this will all depend on the state of the teeth underneath.

Her bottom teeth are also slightly discoloured from the Tetracycline antibiotics, therefore Sam is going to put veneers on her bottom teeth to make them more cosmetically appealing.

He is also going to replace her silver fillings with white ones.

Whilst checking her bottom teeth, Sam noticed a sizeable hole in the first molar on the left. While Helen insisted there was little pain or discomfort from the tooth, Sam took an X-ray and found a wideopen cavity, exposing the nerve.

This allows food and bacteria to become lodged in the cavity, and can cause pain and infection. To prevent this, Sam will do a root treatment on the tooth to ensure her mouth is infection free. This is especially important for when she has her surgeries with Ocean Clinic.

In the June issue, you will be able to see Sam fixing the broken tooth cavity in preparation for her new teeth.

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Beauty

ALL IN THE NAME OF

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o kick-start Helen’s body makeover, we took her to the new Lipo Room at the Advanced Hair Studio to try out their new Universal Contour Wrap. The treatment guarantees at least a 6” loss in just two hours, and the average loss for just one treatment is between 10-14 inches. The guarantee lasts for 30 days so you can continue to reap the benefits long after leaving the salon. Lynn explained that unlike other body wraps where you do not notice any substantial results until you have endured a number of treatments, the Universal Body Wrap delivers instant results and a course of only three treatments is recommended to acquire the upmost benefits, followed by a maintenance program. Developed back in the early 90’s by Dr Richard Strem, the Universal Contour Wrap was then put to the test at the University of Westminster and became the first body wrap to have unequivocal scientific back up.

After Lynn asked Helen a series of medical questions to ensure she could go ahead with the treatment, she began by taking acollection of measurements so accurate inch loss could be measured. The next step was to wrap warm clay soaked bandages all around Helen’s body. The unique blend of mineral rich clay combined with the specialist body wrapping helps to cleanse and detoxify the body while actively compressing the soft fatty tissues to create instant and lasting inch loss. Once the bandages had been applied, Helen stepped into a very interesting looking silver suit. The

things we do for beauty?! Lynn then instructed her to mount the vibrating plate to raise her body temperature and kick-start the regime. After approximately ten minutes, Helen was then able to lie down and relax for a further 45 minutes. The bandages were then removed and the measuring process recommenced.

On completion of the measurements it was revealed that Helen had lost a staggering eight inches, after only one treatment! Lynn then went on to explain the recommended après-care program. An exfoliating scrub is available to prolong the effects and sustain inch loss, the energising seaweed body scrub rubs off dead, dull skin cells whilst nourishing sunflower oil reduces moisture loss, reconditions, protects and soothes the skin. This is followed by a detoxifying shower gel ideal for revitalising and refreshing the skin. Packed with an array of active ingredients, this daily product is aimed at enhancing inch loss throughout the detoxification and hydration. Finally, a dynamic, firming lotion containing PEPHA-TIGHT, an algae based skin tightener that creates a thin layer on the skin’s surface, is used to achieve further tightening and toning results. An additional benefit of this key ingredient is that it works long term to reduce the effects of oxidative stress on the cells, thus aiding a more youthful, firm appearance and texture to the skin. What more could you ask for?!

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FEEL-GOOD FACTOR the latest local and national health and beauty news

Clinque Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion One of the brand’s topselling products for a reason, it retains moisture without leaving a layer of heavy grease.

Vaseline Petroleum Jelly There are too many uses for this wonder product to list but our favourite has to be helping to prevent lipstick from sticking to our teeth.

IN THE Know

Over the years there are a few staple beauty products that have become known as must-haves for our makeup bags. Here are the beauty team’s top ten cult products. They do what they promise, and we just can’t imagine life without them.

Johnsons Baby Oil Not just for babies; this intense moisturizer is loved by adults as well. Our Beauty Ed likes to add a few drops to her bath before she goes out on a big night, as it leaves your skin with a sexy shine.

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer A pre-shampoo treatment, this highly acclaimed hair therapy delivers elasticity, bounce and shine to your hair.

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat How did we live without this concealer? This awesome pen-brush banishes under eye shadows and hides signs of fatigue around the mouth and nose area.

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Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream The ultimate multi-tasker; use it as a lip gloss, a face mask, on cuticles, to tame hair, for dry patches, to sooth burns, the list goes on and on.

John Frieda Frizz – Ease We try zillions of serums every year but always return to this one. It keeps your hair smooth and straight or flawlessly curly.

Batiste Dry Shampoo This quick-fix spray is perfect for when you haven’t got time to wash your hair. It can also be used to bring body back to lifeless, flat hair.

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter The fashion world´s best kept secret, this moisturiser is luxuriously rich, melting at skin temperature to deeply moisturise, firm and hydrate the body. It also works wonders on stretch marks.

L’Oreal Paris Elnett Hairspray Created in 196O this product revolutionised the hairspray market by becoming the first ever hairspray you could brush out. It offers you long-lasting hold with a brilliant shine.

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Sleeping Beauty Health and Beauty Editor, Nicola McGeorge, shares her tips for the perfect slumber – please note that this was written at 3.3Oam!

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love sleeping, I adore my bed and I definitely DO NOT like being woken up, as my long suffering boyfriend has witnessed on many occasions, yet achieving a good night’s sleep is something that does not come easily to me.

Like many of you out there, I can lie awake for hours, tossing and turning before the sandman finally blesses me with a visit. If I am lucky enough to fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow, you can guarantee that I will be awake again around 3 and then every hour thereafter.

A MUST-DO LIST - Spend a few minutes before bed writing down your concerns, stresses and plans for the following day, then move onto hopes or things you’re thankful for, so that you can give your mind a rest while you are sleeping.

After many years of trial and error, the following is what works for me:

BLOCK OUT LIGHT - Creating a room that’s ideal for sleeping means making it as dark as possible. I am very light sensitive and have been known to walk around a hotel room, covering up all the red lights from electrical equipment, putting a towel by the door to stop any light coming underneath and even taking a travel blackout blind to tape to the window. Yes, I am that obsessed! My life saver has to be my eye mask. I have tried every brand out there, yet nothing beats The Escape Sleep Mask, which features an interior eye chamber to ensure absolutely no pressure on the eyes while maintaining 100% light blockage. dreamessentials.com. This is the mother of all eye masks, nothing is getting through this baby.

SET A REGULAR BEDTIME - Go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every day. Being consistent reinforces your body’s sleep-wake cycle and helps promote better sleep at night.

If you’re getting enough sleep, you should wake up naturally without an alarm. If you need an alarm clock to wake up, you may need to set an earlier bedtime.

REDUCE NOISE - Living in a community, especially during the summer months, means noise can be an issue. How many of you have been woken up when a group of teenagers decide to skinny dip in the community pool at 2am or when your neighbour decides that 5am is a good time to play house music. This is when earplugs become your best friend.

If I had my way, I would sleep for 12 hours every night, but a job, a puppy and an early bird other half means this is out of the question. Therefore, good ‘quality’ sleep is a necessity and I will do ANYTHING to achieve it. My friends call me a princess, due to my reliance on eye masks and ear plugs, not to mention my travelling black-out blind. Laugh you may, but you wouldn’t be if you met the Nicola that has not had any sleep.

This Nicola can switch between a violent rage to weeping in minutes.

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WIND DOWN TIME - 90 minutes before you go to bed, start to relax. Do not participate in anxiety-inducing activities like checking emails or watching the evening news.

Opt for foam ones, my favourite is Earfit Foam Earplugs, but El Corte Ingles stock a similar brand.

MAKE SURE YOUR BED IS COMFORTABLE – It was rather expensive, but my Tempur mattress and pillow were worth every penny. The mattresses conform exactly to your shape, and adjust when you move. Automatically adapting to support your exact body shape and sleep position. So whether you sleep on your back, side or stomach - or if you change positions during the night - the mattress fits you as you sleep. You get the support you need in any position CAMOMILE TEA - This has a calming and soothing effect on the body and is a traditional sleep-inducing remedy. I have a cup about an hour before bed.

LAVENDER – This aromatherapy oil helps increase low-wave sleep. Try 6 drops in a warm bath before bed, or 1 drop on your pillow. My favourite method is to use a diffuser, which breaks up the lavender into tiny little droplets and fill your bedroom with such a wonderful scent. I recommend contacting Michelle Julian from Young Living Essential Oils on + 34 695 845 416 or: michellejulianyoungliving@gmail.com You’re not doomed to toss and turn every night. Everyone has a different underlying reason why they are having sleeping problems. Experiment with the above steps and see what works for you.

LOVE THY

Locks

Protect your hair and let it shine forever with Wood Salon’s latest treatments.

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ith Summer nearly upon us, now is the ideal time to start preparing ourselves.

While everyone is very aware about protecting the skin, our hair is often neglected.

Sun, chlorine, and salt water all damage strands, leaving them prone to breakage and split ends. Just a few easy steps before it really hots up will ensure minimal damage and provide hair with the extra care it needs during summer months.

We at Society Marbella are all for prevention rather than cure. Now is the time to start scheduling ‘in salon’ deep conditioning treatments with Wood Salon, as they are much more powerful than anything that can be done at home.

“We are inundated with clients wanting our ‘in salon’ treatments.”

explains owner Zoe Woods “Our clients walk out with glossy, gorgeous hair and all their friends want to know their secret. We cater for all budgets, treating each client as an individual and prescribe a treatment that is suited for their hairs’ particular needs. We even offer half price off the colour treatment if taken on the same day that we colour the clients hair, as we know how much difference it makes.”

The talented team at Wood Salon offer a variety of treatments. A firm favourite of our Beauty Ed, is the Redken Time Reset line, a hair care collection and in-salon service that targets “ageing” hair. Think this is just

for the more mature clients? Wrong! If you have very long hair, think just how old the tips are? Heat styling in particular will take its toll, whether you’re 25 or 55.

Redken identifies five signs of ageing hair; texture change, diminished density, fragility, dryness and dullness and their new services and products were developed to help combat these telltale issues.

The line is infused with camelia oil (to soften brittle hair and add shine), peptides and ceramides (to strengthen and repair), green tea and cationic UV filters (to prevent future damage) together with Redken’s proprietary ingredient Intra-Cylane which aims to fill in gaps on the cuticle layer to plump up fine hair.

In Wood Salon, the Time Reset service will include a shampoo followed by an application of Time Reset Filler Shot Phase (a concentrated Intra-Cylane treatment), a spray sealer and then a deep filler treatment which lasts up to ten shampoos.

Here’s to a wonderful summer¸ just remember… fill your hair with good stuff before you dive into the bad stuff.

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BRACE YOURSELF FOR A NEW SMILE Dr. Gerhard Steinruck from the Marbella Cosmetic Dental Clinic introduces Dentaline, a new invisible orthodontic system.

BENEFITS FOR YOUR HEALTH Most people think the greatest advantage of orthodontic treatments is aesthetics. However this is just one of the benefits. The functional factor is much more important! Orthodontic treatment plays a preventive role for gingivitis and periodontitis (gum disease.)

Crowding of teeth is one of the principal dental problems, causing decay, alterations of the masticatory system, TMJ fuction, headaches and difficulties with speech. These problems can affect the smile and the self-confidence of a patient.

The removable Dentaline treatment permits adequate dental hygiene, avoiding and reducing the risk of cavities and gingivitis. It helps to improve TMJ function and solves malocclusion problems, the way our upper and lower teeth adapt to each other.

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THE BEST ALTERNATIVE TO BRACKETS The Dentaline digitalised orthodontic treatment works through a series of removable, invisible and comfortable aligners individually fabricated for every patient with clear and robust plastic material. The invisible aligners move the teeth little by little, until they have straightened to the required position, in a controlled and progressive way. The aligners are replaced every two weeks.

Compared to other invisible alignments, Dentaline uses the latest 3D technology software and a different rigidity of plastic.

DENTALINE TREATMENT ADVANTAGES More comfortable: Inconvenience and pain caused by conventional brackets are avoided and you do not need to worry about wires poking into your cheek.

Extremely discreet: The materials are clear plastic tray aligners, hardly noticeable, meaning you don’t have to hide your smile.

Improved oral hygiene: One of the most important advantages of the Dentaline treatment is that it reduces the risk of cavities and gum disease compared to wire braces that trap food and plaque.

More practical: The aligners are removable; you can eat and drink whatever you want while the treatment takes place and flossing and brushing your teeth is still possible. Even if you are travelling the treatment can continue, because all the steps are digitalised and all the splints are fabricated at the beginning of the treatment. You are only required to change to the next splint every second week.

At a favourable price: As the start of the treatment you get your own virtual quote and treatment plan.

The total per jaw varies from €1,000 to €1,500 which is very reasonable in comparison to other systems.

For more information call Marbella Cosmetic Dental Clinic Tel. 952 907 173 marbelladentalart.com

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BRIGHT EYES

Before

The inside story on what Blepharoplasty (eyelid) cosmetic surgery really means After

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n December Louise Truelove, Chief Patient Care Coordinator at Aria Medical Group, underwent eyelid surgery, known as a ‘Blepharoplasty’. She takes us through the procedure.

How did you know it was time to have surgery?

I’m 47 and I felt I looked tired. I’m not overweight and I use high quality skin care products, but I wasn’t able to reverse the bags that had developed over my upper eyelids. Every morning I would have difficulty with my eye makeup too, so it was certainly time to do something about it. Botox and cosmetic creams can help with wrinkles but only surgery can have a long term effect on upper and lower eye bags.

Eye surgery can be for lower lids and/ or upper lids – which procedure did you have?

I had upper eyelid surgery. I don’t have bags under my eyes, so I just wanted to correct the problem of the excess skin and fat that was weighing down onto my eyelids, which comes with ageing.

Talk us through the procedure.

After my private consultation with Dr. Marco Vricella, I scheduled my ‘pre op’ tests. These include a blood test, an ECG heart assessment and a chest x-ray;

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and also a meeting with Damien Moore the Clinical Services Director who went through my medical history and discussed post procedure care – together this took less than an hour, so it’s easy for anyone to balance with home or work commitments.

Then on the day of my eyelid surgery, I arrived half an hour before my appointment; in my private room I changed into a theatre gown and then I was taken to the pre-surgical room to meet Dr. Vricella where he marked my eyes with a pen, to show the areas for surgery, and my ‘preop’ photos were taken.

In theatre I was given an anaesthetic so I was unaware of the 45 minute procedure; but since it is not a general anaesthetic, I was able to make a quick recovery, without an overnight stay. I spent less than two hours in the recovery room afterwards, before I was given something to eat and I was ready to be collected and driven home by my husband.

Tell us about aftercare.

There are some stitches where the excess skin and fat is removed. These are covered with adhesive sterile strips, so I had to keep my face dry for a week, so that means being careful in the bath and shower.

After the week, the stitches are removed and the healing tissue is protected with adhesive strips for a further few days.

Aria Medical Group is on hand 24 hours a day as part of the aftercare service, to answer any questions.

In terms of discomfort, it was very mild.

The adhesive strips can itch slightly, but recovery was easy to deal with; I joke that I have had bikini waxes that have been more painful!

It takes a week for the bruising to go down, so if you want to have this procedure discreetly and not tell people, then schedule it so you have at least a week when you don’t need to be out meeting people. If it is for an important social occasion like a wedding, then allow at least three weeks for complete recovery.

Did people notice the surgery once your eyes had healed?

The results are definitely noticeable, but Dr.Vricella prides himself on natural looking results, avoiding the ‘surprised’ look.

People notice that my face is younger, healthier looking but they don’t always know exactly why.

So, not only do I feel so much more confident and younger but friends comment that I look really well, as if I had just come back from holiday.

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A NATURAL FACELIFT THAT LASTS

Sylvia Ormerod reviews The Natural Face Lift Technique, a treatment which promises to leave you looking younger and more relaxed after only six sessions.

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hroughout my whole life I have been blessed with looking at least ten years younger than my actual age. However, after a few very stressful periods, mainly my daughter’s heart operation, quickly followed by her developing M.E, I am afraid that time quickly caught up with me. Each time

warmed to straight away. She started the session by explaining in depth about this unique concept. It is a natural treatment without the use of surgery, chemicals or machines. The program consists of six sessions each lasting one hour over one to six weeks. Each treatment begins with an examination of the skin

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AFTER ders and décolletage. Elsebeth works in silence, with only the soothing sounds of beautiful background music. This is in order to help you fully relax, while also enabling Elsebeth to feel areas of tension. Bliss!

The treatment moved onto the massage bed, where the focus turned to my face, ears and even inside my mouth in order to remove any tension around the jaw, I told you this was a unique experience.

sted e T d d an e i r T I looked in the mirror, I liked the person staring back at me less and less, in particular, the lines around my mouth, however I admit my smoking habit does not help. At 74, I know I should be expecting this, but it doesn’t mean I have to like it. I had always promised myself at 40 I would have a facelift, but was never able to afford it, so I when I heard about the Natural Face Lift Technique, it seemed it could be just what I had been looking for.

and underlying tissues. Then the therapist works in-depth with the muscles of the face, scalp, neck and the upper shoulders. The Natural Face Lift Technique helps to soften the signs of ageing that inevitably comes with age, but can also be used to unravel a hard, tired or sour facial expression in young people.

Other benefits can be to even out the skin tone, the improvement of scars all over the body and the reduction of tension headaches.

The drive up to the ENN Care Clinic at the Marbella Golf and Country Club sets the tone for the whole experience; beautiful, peaceful and serene.

The therapist Elsebeth Nybroe-Nielsen is a glowing bundle of energy whom I

Elsebeth asked me what in particular I didn’t like about myself, explaining that this would help her know which areas to focus on. She then assessed my posture, before swiftly moving me to a chair, where she began working on my shoul-

At the end of my first session I was prescribed an organic whole food supplement to increase my intake of antioxidants to counteract the negative effects of my smoking habit. When cells are provided with sufficient, targeted antioxidants, they can renew themselves quickly. I was also advised to begin a new skincare routine using Elsebeth’s organic, natural skin care products which she had selected for my skin’s particular needs. Ohhh and she told me I had to drink a lot more water… grrrrr I hate water.

So, what was the final outcome? I had six sessions over two weeks, after the first treatment my skin was definitely brighter, by the third the lines around my mouth began to soften and after six... wow what a difference. My lines have softened all over, while the puffy areas under my eyes have reduced. In fact, my whole face seems to have lifted. If this is the results after only two weeks, as it takes four weeks for the skin to regenerate, can you imagine what my skin will look like then? On top of all this, I have much more energy as well.

Now when I look in the mirror I am a lot more pleased with the woman smiling back at me.

Special Offer – course of six treatments paid in advance – €375 (normal price €8O per treatment).

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Fashion

CHIC HAPPENS

Fix

From clothes to art and accessories to celebrities, trends change more often than white party invitations circulate. SOCIETY MARBELLA strives to keep you updated on what’s hot in the world of fashion. We are your single source for all fashion finds; uncovering the latest trends ensuring you are kept at the forefront of style. elizabethhurley.com

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or the past few years, the colour pink has been off the fashion radar, but this season, pink reigns supreme. The sugary shade is no longer being shunned by fashion-forward sophisticates.

Both in beauty and fashion, light and loud pinks are popping up everywhere, with Modern Family’s Sofia Vergara and pop star Katy Perry opting for this cheery hue as their shade of choice for this year’s award season.

Images courtesy of Solarpix

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PEPLUM POWER

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he fashion world love a statement detail and this season it’s all about the peplum. Don’t be weary of wearing the frill; not only is it ideal for adding curves to a boyish frame but it is also brilliant for hiding lumps and bumps around the tummy, what’s not to love?

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This month SOCIETY MARBELLA showcases the Spring collections from the coast´s most stylish fashion boutiques. Spring’s sweet sorbet shades and pastel hues give off a low-key, ladylike vibe whilst maxi dresses appeared to be the go-to clothing for this season

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Leopard Print Maxi Dress €45 Straw Sun Hat €25 Straw Clutch €15 Bracelets (Set of three) €12 Wedges €35

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Gypsy05 Blouse €179 MiH Jeans €199 Studswar Sneakers €129 Dita Sunglasses €359 now €249 Ralph Lauren Bag €495 now €249

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Gypsy05 Dress €389 Plain Vanilla Bracelet €89 Ralph Lauren Bag €595 now €299

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Trousers Deha €99 T-shirt The Hip Tee €65 Necklace Cloud 69 €149 Leather Bangles Halaby €99 Bracelet Halaby Swarowski €239 Ring Halaby Swarowski €219 Clogs Gunnel’s Zuecos €109

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Rachel Pally Isela Dress €307 Gold Bangles €115 each Buba Over the Shoulder Rodeo bag €357 Jeffrey Campbell Cream foxy wood €120

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Diamonds are Forever

Anthony’s Diamonds have it all. Whether you are looking to purchase some exquisite diamonds or art deco figurines, or simply looking to pawn some of your unused jewellery pieces to generate some extra cash, they can cater to your every need.

Society Marbella caught up with owner and manager Anthony Barnes to find out more about this most reputable of businesses.

How long has Anthony’s Diamonds been established?

We have been established on the coast one way or another since 1983, (says something doesn’t it!), and we have been in our present shop in Fuengirola for 14 years. We are totally committed to serving the people of the Costa del Sol. What made you decide to get into the trade?

My family were in the business and I simply followed on, sometimes it’s hard to escape the family business, and looking back in hindsight, I am so pleased I didn’t!

Do you deal solely with diamonds or do you stock other items of jewellery?

Nearly all of our diamonds are set; engagement rings, bracelets, pendants, earrings, all set in white gold or platinum at a third of the price of high street shops.

How does a pawn loan work? What do you accept?

We have lent money on all types of jewellery in the past; watches, cars, boats, art work, paintings, silver, bronzes, I could go on. As long as it has a reasonable value, we are willing to pawn broke it.

What is it that excited you about the jewellery industry?

It’s an excellent business to be in, and don’t forget we are three businesses in one, jewellery, antiques and pawn broking services, so there’s never a dull moment, when one business is quiet the other picks up.

How do you determine the value of an item?

Again, a lifetime of experience and a very good eye.

Where do you source your jewellery?

From all different areas really; refurbishing old jewellery, auction houses, private house calls and the trade itself, it takes a lifetime of experience to spot beautiful and worthwhile pieces. We always want to supply the best for our clientele.

With all those precious pieces in your shop, how do you handle the security side of things?

We are a very secure shop, as per the rules of the police, and we also have a few extra tricks up our sleeves to make sure that everything in the shop is protected.

What can clients expect from an experience at Anthony’s Diamonds?

A warm friendly service, and good value for money (what else is there?!)

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Are pawn shops regulated?

All shops have rules and regulations.

What impact has the recession had on your business? Have you noticed a new type of client?

Since the recession hit, banks won’t loan you money for a new car or to go on holiday anymore. This has forced many people to turn to pawn broking for a quick and simple way of accessing some immediate cash.

Tell us a little bit about the Art Deco figurines you stock.

I can’t really describe them, you simply have to come and see for yourself. If you like art deco, you’ll love the shop.

All are original; there are no reproduction pieces, so you know you are getting something unique.

Since the recession, have you noticed an increase in people buying and selling gold...why do you think this is?

People have been motivated to rummage through their jewellery boxes, drawers and cabinets, to create some extra revenue from items that are not wanted or used anymore.

In your opinion, how do you feel the coast has changed in the last 15 years?

It’s grown in all ways and judging by the airport, it’s going to keep growing and bringing business.

Pawn broking has had something of a chequered reputation in the past, has it been hard to overhaul that?

Pawnbrokers have been a part of our society since the Medici family, way back in the 14th century and even before then, it can be very handy at the right time, in particular when people don’t have as much disposable income as they would like.

Tell us some interesting items that have been brought to you with a view to pawning them?

From jet skis to shrunken heads, the list is too long to mention, but generally speaking, 90% of the business is jewellery, watches and silver.

What is next for the business?

Stay calm and carry on.

Thanks Anthony, we’re all off to rummage through our drawers for unwanted items. 30 years on the coast is some achievement!

Anthony’s Diamonds Avda. Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola Tel. 952 588 795 / 609 529 633 anthonys-diamonds.com

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ay means the start of the summer season in Marbella and, if the sun drenched shenanigans of 2011 were anything to go by, this year promises to be even more over the top and in your face.

Most of Essex is set to decamp to the coast this summer, with three huge Lovejuice parties being held at Sala Beach. “WTF is Sala Beach?” I hear you cry. It’s the old Buddha Beach, which has had a reincarnation over the winter season and now boasts a VIP terrace with great views over the Med, as well as a new pool bar, but still maintaining the same great vibe as last year.

Like or loathe it, this season is going to be the summer of The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE for short). The Essex ensemble came, saw and crashed about in their high heels last year, and the ensuing media scrum introduced a new word ‘Marbs’ to the town. This summer, the series is set to be shot in Marbella, so take it from me, you won’t be able to pick up a UK tabloid over the summer months without finding a picture of Arg, (who bears a striking resemblance to a Womble that’s had a makeover) Joey Essex, and the permatanned posse of pneumatic blondes that make up the female contingent of the show.

As with everywhere in Marbella, you’ve got to consider what you’re going to wear. And while the ladies can effortlessly slip on a sarong and a straw hat, the beach is a sartorial nightmare for guys. Certain items of clothing on the beach are forbidden. These include football shirts, shorts with your national flag on them and male thongs. Sunglasses are another tricky issue, just be sure that they’re not too big and that you don’t wear them too often, unless you fancy the ‘Rocky Raccoon’ look.

Male jewellery also has to be considered. A simple chain or ethnic necklace from Bali is

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fine, but you want to avoid the ‘Triana’ effect, with half of Fort Knox nestling on your hairy chest. If you’re wealth conscious and want to make sure that everybody knows that you’re loaded, even if you’re in your shorts, go for the biggest, blingest watch you can find. It will earn you immediate fawning attention from the beach staff, and they won’t know that you bought it from a ‘lookie lookie’ man for €50.

The next thing to consider is what kind of beach it is that you want. To the uninitiated, it may just seem like a simple strip of sand, but on the coast, the beach is so much more than that. Which playa you hang out at is as important as which restaurant you dine at, car you drive and what designer label you’re wearing. So let me start with the beach rule number one; avoid the beaches west of Cabopino and Bolonia. Now, I don’t hold anything against naturists, no, let me rephrase that, I haven’t got anything against it and at certain times and places nudity is acceptable (streakers at rugby internationals, test matches and any female in the crowd when Brazil are playing, for example), but while it’s every teenage boy’s dream to end up on a nudist beach, the harsh reality of life is that you’re more lightly to be surrounded by German grandmothers than the supporting cast of Baywatch.

A successful day at the beach is all a question of location, location, location. You can either choose to base and baste yourself at a beach club or on the sand itself. Which is where we come onto beach rule number two. When you find that pristine stretch of sand, check which day of the week it is. If it’s Sunday, pack up and go home. If you don’t, within half and hour of rolling out your beach mat, applying the Hawaiian Tropic and opening the latest Jackie Collins, you’ll glance up to find yourself surrounded by what looks like the encampment of Attila’s

Giles Brown, Society’s very own bronzed beach bum, has a few tips for the start of summer.

horded, but is, in fact, twenty Spanish families enjoying a Sunday on the playa. As well as the ice boxes, picnic tables, beach umbrellas, folding chairs and emergency kit for the baby, Spanish families love to set up camp 100m from their SEAT’s and then fling open the doors so they can enjoy the music from the car stereo. In the meantime, the kids will be running between the sea and their beach base camp (spraying sand over you, naturally) with whatever stone, bottle or other unmentionable they’ve found.

Having decided to stay in the relative safety of the beach bar, your next task is to decide what kind of beach bar you want. You can plump for the luxurious beaches such as Nikki Beach, Ocean Club or Sala Beach, which are all full of beautiful people doing beautiful things to each other. And the seventyyear-old George Hamilton look alike on the sun bed entertaining the eastern European teenager is spending the day with his niece, I assure you. Or you can head for somewhere you can feel the sand between your toes and chill out with a couple of Mojitos, Victor’s, Sonora and Mistral are always popular.

Rule number three is always avoid doing anything energetic on the beach. Dancing is certainly out, and can be directly linked to the number of drinks consumed. And the big no-no is water-sports. Rather than be dragged behind a speedboat, far better to stand at the bar watching the action. If anybody asks you why you’re not wind surfing, kite surfing or jet skiing with the rest of them, just explain that you’d love to, but you’re competing in the nationals next week and your coach doesn’t want you to get injured.

Follow these golden rules and you’ll be sure to enjoy a fabulous summer on the beach.

And I’ll be the one with the Mojito and surf shorts by the bar…

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Monthy Legal Advice

Non Residents

Face Extreme Measures Against Tax Fraud On March the 1st a new resolution against tax fraud was published in the BOE, approving and confirming the general guidelines for Annual Tax and Customs Control in 2012. The fight against tax fraud; a key strategy of the Tax Agency in fulfilling its mission of effectively implementing the state tax system; is especially important in our current economic situation and budget deficit, and so is taking extreme priority and force, especially against nonresidents.

Non-residents in Spain with tax obligations due to property will now be subject to numerous checks via the Tax Office, other public administrators and the Land Registry, in order to obtain information on ownership and details as to whether the taxpayers are meeting their obligations. In further measures to detect fraud and undeclared rentals the Tax Office will also be verifying energy consumption with electric utilities, to ensure that property use and income is being declared properly.

If a breach of tax obligations is detected a notice will be issued demanding the payment of tax for up to 4 years, imposing a penalty for the breach, alongside an increased surcharge of 20% default interest on the total amount. The first notice would be sent to the property address, establishing the law without enforcing it, serving more as a reminder. After 2 further attempts to notify the property owner by mail, the notice would be published in the related Official Bulletin, outlining the legal effects of the communication and setting out all legal deadlines.

Failure to comply with this notice; alongside the penalties and sanctions previously mentioned; could also cause more serious consequences such as the seizure of the property. However, if a non-resident taxpayer decided to rectify this situation before receiving such a notice, then they would not need to pay the penalties described. It is for this reason that it is essential to understand the applicable taxes as a non-resident; highlighting the importance of quick compliance and understanding that Inland Revenue will not accept ignorance as a valid excuse for tax evasion.

As a brief reminder, I shall now highlight the basic tax obligations that a non-resident property owner must meet: • Whether a property is owned by an individual or a group (including married couples), each person is considered a separate taxpayer and so they must file separate tax returns. One tax return per person, per property must be filed.

• Depending on the property’s purpose, the income is subject to one of 2 different types of tax.

- When the property is not rented out, and is used for “own use” this amount will correspond to the Property Value (IBI), generally 2%, and Annual Performance Earned at around 24.75%.

- If the property is rented out, the full amount received from any tenants must be declared, specifying and deducting expenses such as community fees or property taxes, and then is taxed at 24.75%. This income is taxed each time it is received and so many statements

will need to be provided, though the income can be accrued to file as one tax return each calendar quarter.

• When the total value of assets and rights exceed the limit of 700,000€ (deducting any debts or taxes paid), wealth tax is payable annually on the 31st December, calculated by applying a progressive scale ranging from 0.2% to 2.5%.

• If a property is sold and a profit is made, the seller will be required to pay Capital Gains Tax, though it should be noted that they will be required to notify Inland Revenue regardless of whether a profit or loss is made. This tax is determined by calculating the profits made, deducting taxes and excluding interest, and then depending on the acquisition year, it is “corrected” by applying a conversion factor set annually by the State.

These factors are just a brief summary of the taxes non-residents are obligated to pay, and after detailing some of the consequences that tax evasion can cause it is very important that these regulations are not breached. Our Tax and Fiscal Department at Lexland Abogados can provide you with a free study of your situation, and help best advice you on how to proceed in the most tax efficient manner. As always, time is of the essence so please contact us today via email at comunicaciones@lexland.es or phone at +34 952 778899.

Francisco Rodriguez joined the team at Lexland Abogados in 2005 as Head the Tax and Accounting department. He graduated from Málaga University in 1997 with a Degree in Business and Economic Studies, and since then, went on to achieve a Masters Degree in Accountancy in 2007. He has over a decade’s experience working as a Tax Consultant for a number of international law firms, and is considered a specialist for all tax and accounting related matters by the “Registro de Asesores Fiscales del Consejo Superior de Colegios Oficiales de Titulados Mercantiles y Empresariales” in Spain, as well as being a member of the Spanish Tax Consultant Association (AEDAF).

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Bedroom Boudoir Your bedroom is where you spend most of your time so make it your own personal haven. By adding some luxurious touches you can make your nights feel indulgent and enjoy some much deserved sleep in a stylish room of simple elegance or elaborate detailing. It all comes down to personal taste, but never fear, there are enough ideas for everyone to create their own unique style.

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The European styled Emer platform bed will make your bedroom a place of tranquillity and peace with its simple lines and uncluttered design.

Emer Walnut Bed £549 livingitup.co.uk This low backed chair and footstool evokes true Hollywood glamour and extravagance. The chrome studs and high quality velvet are very much in keeping with current trends whilst still fitting in with more traditional interiors.

Marilyn Chair and Footstool £825 sweetpeaandwillow.com

The boutique allure of this high-style tall chest lends one-of-a-kind character to the bedroom. Rustic and contemporary, each piece blends a reclaimed peroba wood façade with clean black walnut and painted steel. Three generous drawers with black steel faces and cutout pulls offer easy-access storage along with two smaller and two wide peroba drawers. Door opens to one fixed shelf.

Surprise elements like precise dovetail joinery and sturdy steel sled legs lend even more attitude.

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Perfect for introducing a splash of colour in the bedroom! This seven drawer tall boy is full of character with its antiqued finish, and will inject some vibrancy into your interior. Styled to resemble little suitcases, this piece is very unique and exciting!

Multicoloured Tall Boy £595 sweetpeaandwillow.com

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With two hanging rails for displaying your designer dresses, and one large drawer for stashing away those more ‘comfortable’ pieces of clothing, the Dad’s Antique Wardrobe is hand-carved and pre-aged, and, coupled with details such as the brass handles and faux keyholes, the piece has a truly enchanting, vintage feel.

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imrod Messeg of Messeg Design personally invites you to view his exceptional art in his renewed gallery space. Over the years, he has developed the sculpting aspect of his renowned business, which showcases a completely different side of the artist. He is able to create distinctive, unique pieces through his admirable take on textures and shapes, which allows Nimrod to transform this brutal metal into a thing of beauty, never before seen, until now. He wanted to develop the artistic side of his business, creating unique works of art, sculptures of beauty; a natural progression for the artisan designer.

Through the development of the machinery, and his heightened sense of style and flair, Nimrod is continuing to sculpt iron into beautiful pieces of art but of a different caliber. While Messeg Design, the more commercial side of designing furniture and banisters continues to go from strength to strength, his sculptures would sit proudly in any home or office as a subtle addition or a main feature. “Sculpting

has become my main area of focus after 12 years of creating forge iron items, which will be evident as you wander through the intimate gallery space.” Nimrod proudly announces.

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“I have transformed my design furniture showroom into an art gallery to showcase my new venture, which will enforce a huge impact to those who know me and who have seen my studio in the past”. This diverse approach to sculpting iron was a natural evolution from his wellestablished Messeg Design company, of creating bespoke furniture for high-end clients in the Marbella area. The talented team continue to design and manufacture personalised wrought iron pieces, creating custom-made designs.

Open from 10-2 and from 3.30-7.30 Monday to Friday, be sure not to miss the unveiling on 15 June from 8pm.

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A stylish and functional piece that you will treasure for years.

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Made from solid Mahogany and finished in a chic French Wedgwoodstyle blue, the Bonaparte Bed features antique white relief details which have been intricately hand-carved.

The headboard ‘wings’, corners, top edges, feet, headboard, footboard and side rails have all been adorned with beading, flowers and other delicate carved details.

Bonaparte Bed £2,600 frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk

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A beautiful Parisian console dressing table featuring a marble tabletop and swing mirror. Finished in a distressed antique cream and verde with gold detail. This stunning piece would add a gorgeously, authentic, French touch to any room.

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KEEP IT REAL Break the contemporary mould and stun your bedroom with this marvellous design! The unique butterfly shaped headboard combined with the simple lined frame will project a luxurious, refined aura throughout your home. Constructed from the finest materials and handcrafted in Italy guarantees exquisite quality and pure indulgence.

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Lust List SOCIETY MARBELLA highlights the most stylish items available from the world of interiors

Sparrow House Keyring £10.50

Do you always put your keys down somewhere when you come home but can never find them?

We’ve found the answer.

The sparrow house keyring attaches to the wall with sticker pads or hooks whilst the sparrow rests inside carefully looking after your keys until you need them again!

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Melody Maison Ash Table £264.95

Why not add this traditional french style vintage table with ornate detailing to your hallway. With a limed finish solid wood top and a distressed cream finish, it truly evokes the traditional look.

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Stylish Personalised Black Bath Towel £14.99 This personalised luxurious bath towel makes an extremely stylish gift! If he loves making sure his pad is kitted out with the most stylish accessories then he’ll love this new addition to his home. This soft black bath towel can be personalised with his first name; leaving no one in doubt just who it belongs to!

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Kinsley Brass Chess Piece Bookends on Bone Base £79

These bone chess bookends, with antique brass king and queen pieces, are a stylish way to organise the shelves of any office or study. The chess pieces are fixed to the brown bone bookends to perfectly combine the modern with the classic.

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Metal Light Votives £17.75 Thai Buddha Head Wall Hanging £14.99

Light up your bedroom with these lovely lime, cream, white and lilac coloured metallic votives embossed with reindeers and butterflies.

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Whether you wish to reminisce about holidays past or just add an exotic touch to your home, this Thai Buddha Head wall hanging will inject an authentic aura to any room.

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THE TWIST TOUCH Twist Boutique, designed by Quay Property Group’s John May, welcomed guests to San Pedro for a first look at the latest collections by renowned brands such as UGG, Ted Baker and B.Loved. Marbella’s fashionistas enjoyed a selection of delectable champange and canapés as they perused the vibrant fashion and congratulated owner Jane Clark.

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NAMAZAKE; IT’S ALL IN THE NAME The party season started out with a bang when Suite du Ciel and new Japanese restaurant Namazake welcomed guests to their official opening. Suite du Ciel, an al fresco extension of the famed nightclub offered stunning attractions including fire dancers and vibrant acrobats. Whilst Namazake, the coast’s newest eatery, boasting the largest sake menu on the Costa del Sol, showcased their delectable menu to the crème de la crème of Marbella.

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LUSTING OVER LUXE LABELS Nina B held a soiree over the Easter weekend to showcase their latest collections. With a selection of delicious drinks and canapés to accompany the event, guests were treated to the newest and hottest trends Nina B have to offer, followed by the sounds of DJ Russell. Stocking labels such as Ralph Lauren, Twenty8Twelve by Sienna Miller and Scandinavian label Hunkydory to name a few, this fashion led boutique aims to create a modern and accessible boutique for the trendy and style-conscious woman. And judging by this event, they are certainly doing that.

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TORQUE TALK

Our in-depth motoring review

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Motoring author, racing driver and photo-journalist Ian Kuah reports on the latest MERCEDES SL500 hen the R230 version of the SL W was launched in 2001, it set new standards for the luxury roadster class. Styled as a futuristic interpretation on a classic theme, there was nothing like it on the roads, a great advantage in a world where ordinary cars were becoming far too generic in both proportions and detailing.

More than a decade on, the prefacelift SL from that era still looks sleek, elegant and contemporary.

Not for nothing did the R230 SL win the ‘Best Designed Car of the Year’ award from CNBC TV in its heyday.

It is no secret that the second facelift of 2008 was never on the cards in

the R230 SL master plan, as its replacement by the R231 was originally slated for 2008/9. This would have made the R230 the shortest-lived SL model ever, given that the original W198 SL of 1954, and the W113 that succeeded it both lasted nine years.

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In the event, the world financial crisis and dropping sales put the kibosh on the SL’s replacement plans. But given that fresh looking cars sell better in hard times, a hastily cobbled up face-lift was enacted to try and shore up sales. Thus, the R230 SL gained the new-look face and taller bonnet line that was severely at odds with its sleek wedge-shaped body profile.

Were it not for this intermediate look, the R231 would be a major styling sea change. However, the facelifted car made an SL with this style of nose a familiar sight, diluting the impact of the R231’s styling. Thus, it now looks more evolutionary than revolutionary.

Before the R230 SL, sporting cars leaned too much towards the firm side and thus were tiring over distance, while big, comfortable saloons rolled too much to corner well.

The ABC suspension, standard on the R230 SL500 and SL600, and an option on lesser models, was a huge step forwards in ride comfort and body control, and showed that you could

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combine long distance comfort with class-leading handling and grip.

ABC was a technical tour de force that helped the SL win the accolade of ‘Most Technologically Advanced Car of the Year’, from Autocar magazine back in 2002.

On paper, the latest SL is cutting edge stuff. 110kg lighter in bodyshell alone thanks to its aluminium and part magnesium bodyshell, and up to 140kg lighter overall in kerb weight, depending on the model.

In practice, it is the 1,685kg SL350 that benefits fully from the weight reduction process. At 1,785kg, the SL500, the only variant available on the launch event, weighs around 125kg less than its predecessor.

To compliment this newfound agility, the naturally aspirated V6 and twinturbo V8 engines are 30 percent more fuel-efficient, and significantly cleaner too. Part of this advantage comes from on-board systems that stay offline when not in use, the alternator being a good example of this. ECO start/stop is also standard across the board.

In terms of soundtrack when you fire up the SL500, it seems to be all there with the requisite V8 woofle. The V8 rumble is there under acceleration too, albeit in a fairly subdued form.

Throttle response, especially in Sport mode, is outstanding with no sign of turbo lag. The massive thrust that hurls you forwards when you push down on the throttle hard leaves you in no doubt that the horses have a pair of turbochargers behind them.

Rolling back the years, the M113, 24-valve motor in the SL500 of 2001 produced 306hp with 460Nm of torque, and 0-100km/h took 6.3 sec.

At minor facelift time in 2006, the all-new M273 four-cam motor with variable valve timing was a big step up with 388hp and 530Nm. It was enough to drop the 0-100km/h sprint to 5.4 sec.

The supercharged version of the M113 motor in the SL55 AMG from 2002 started off with 493hp and 700Nm of torque, with power uprated to 517hp in 2006. The 0-100km/h time of just 4.7 sec and close to 200mph with the top speed limiter

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The second facelift in 2008 saw the debut of the 6,208cc M156 AMG V8 with 525hp and 630Nm of torque.

The AMG Performance package with limited slip differential helped traction, and the rapid wet-clutch AMG Speedshift MCT gearbox also helped shave the 0-100km/h sprint to a mere 4.6 sec.

which puts the SL500 in the category of cars with ‘waftability.’ A mere tap on the throttle sees you sailing past other cars with minimal effort, and if you really want to get a move on, the left paddle shifter instantly drops you into the next lower of the seven forward ratios provided by the 7Gtronic Plus automatic. Depending on your road speed, it can even drop down two or three ratios if you really want to fly.

To put all this in perspective, the big numbers for the new SL500 are 435hp at 5,250rpm, accompanied by a very impressive 700Nm of torque between 1,800 and 3,500rpm from its twin-turbocharged, direct injected 4,663cc V8.

All turbocharged motors leave the factory in a fairly mild state of tune, and this one is no exception. There is obviously room for plenty more power and torque to be extracted from this engine, which is just at the start of its life cycle.

Coupled to the lower weight of the new alloy bodyshell, the effect on straight-line speed is significant.

The 100km/h benchmark falls in 4.6 sec, with top speed electronically limited to 250km/h. That makes it as fast through the gears as the mighty SL63 AMG. The new AMG roadster will have to be seriously quick to put clean air between them.

In fact, where I found this motor to be the perfect partner for the S500 and ML500 driven last year, in the sportier SL500, it felt a bit restricted in the way it revved out in the last 1,000rpm of its range, half of this being beyond peak power. Less backpressure from a sports exhaust would no doubt wake it up without any fuel consumption penalty.

The vast well of torque, direct fuel injection and the relatively high 10.5:1 compression ratio contribute to the impressive low speed pickup,

Speaking of exhausts, while the engine seemed to make all the right noises, the exhaust is too quiet for a sports car. Even in the long tunnel

outside Marbella, a full throttle squirt did not produce anything close to the V8 thunder I expected.

Yet, if I cast my mind back a decade, the M113-engined SL500 was also too quiet in this respect, but the M275 four-cam had a lovely V8 snarl to it and a response character not unlike an AMG-bred motor.

Mercedes are undoubtedly saving the ear candy for the new SL63 AMG due before the summer.

Another plus of the new BlueDirect engine is the improved fuel economy, which sees a 30 percent improvement to a claimed average of 9.1 L/100km. I could see the tangible benefit during my drive, and most owners will certainly approach this with care.

Ironically, it is the healthy torque curve that makes this achievable as the ‘waftability’ factor means you never have to stand on the throttle when just keeping up with normal traffic flow.

Where ABC was standard on the SL500 upwards before, the basic suspension system is now a semi-active system with adjustable damping, which I did not get the chance to try.

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The third generation ABC suspension takes ride quality to the next level, and even on its optional 19-inch AMG wheels, my SL500 test car smoothly rode some of the roads around Marbella that normally put tremors into the suspension of most cars.

On all types of roads, I felt an additional layer of isolation from the road in the new car. It was like gliding along in a much lower, lighter and pointier Rolls-Royce or Bentley Convertible, and I do not think an SL should be so detached from the experience of driving.

On these familiar Spanish roads, I concluded that the ABC-equipped new SL not only rides better than other sports cars, but actually has a more absorbent secondary ride than many luxury saloons.

A characteristic I noticed time and again on a familiar set of bends was a reaction at the rear axle to closing the throttle in medium and fast bends. This can be clearly felt in the yaw moment induced as a result of rapid forward and diagonal weight transfer.

As impressive as this is, the toll it extracts is increased detachment from the driving experience. It certainly underlines the trend enthusiasts have become increasingly vocal about regarding the increasing level of isolation of modern cars from the road.

Iron-fisted body control and impressively low roll angles not withstanding, the combination of majestically well damped ride and the new fuelsaving, electro-mechanical Direct Steer speed sensitive power steering system produces a driving experience rather too aloof and remote for a roadster with sporting pretensions.

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When I spoke to Klaus Rehkugler, Director of Project Management for the SL, he confirmed my suspicion that this is the subjective manifestation of a computer algorithm designed to minimise fuel consumption and pollution from un-burnt fuel when you come off the throttle sharply.

The modern way is highly dependent on lines of code in numerous ECUs for fine-tuning of just about everything. However, I think that the torque reduction algorithm applied

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In practice, any actual weight transfer issues are neatly contained by the ABC and ESP systems, but I have never before encountered anything like this in any Mercedes, and it is a feeling I would rather not have to live with.

I certainly did not come across this phenomenon in the CL and S-Class cars with this engine, and I can only conjecture that the SL’s shorter wheelbase and significantly lower kerb weight magnify the sudden torque drop effect to the point where it is now noticeable.

Taking distinctive styling cues from the Vision SLR Concept of 1999, the R230 SL won European Best Interior Design Award when it was launched in 2001. Like the exterior, this interior has worn well and does not look outdated more than a decade on.

That said, the interior of the new SL is not a trend-setter for Mercedes. Instead, it takes the Mercedes sportscar interior styling idioms introduced with the SLS AMG and last years SLK to the next level. In detail terms, the most salient styling feature is the four polished eyeball air vents, which help to visually anchor the dashboard in the horizontal plane.

Where the SLS and SLK cabin architecture is based around fairly flat planes, the SL’s interior explores the same theme in a more threedimensional way. This makes the eye and brain work a bit harder to take it all in, and gives the impression of a more interesting and dynamic cabin design.

Overall build quality is definitely improved and the new interior feels even more robust. The same goes for the exterior. The doors of open cars tend to sound less substantial when the roof is down, but the doors of the new SL close with an even more convincing sound than before.

This is an interesting perception as the aluminium panels of the R231 SL are lighter. The answer lies with the

improved door seals and even better engineering tolerances. The latter contributes to the improved drag coefficient, which is down from 0.29 to 0.27.

Useful convenience features are the Magic Sky Control system that darkens and solar insulates the glass panel of the Vario-Roof at the touch of a button, and the poweroperated wind deflector on the rear bulkhead.

A new gadget being rolled out across the German premium brands is the foot operated boot-lid opener that senses when the electronic key is within a meter of the car. This al-

lows you to open the boot by sliding your foot under the centre of the rear bumper, and is useful if your arms are full of shopping.

Secondary safety is improved despite the lighter construction. Thus the new SL has the best passive crash safety in its class in front and rear as well as side impacts.

Ultimately, the new SL500s impressive straight-line urge and superlative chassis ability puts you in awe of its technical achievement, but its aloofness leaves you unable to fall in love with it. Perhaps the majority of customers who will buy the SL500 for what it represents will appreciate it

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as a better car, but as a drivers’ car it is simply too detached.

The new look is also an acquired taste. Although styling is admittedly a subjective thing, the new car appears contrived and overly aggres-

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sive alongside the pure and elegant pre-2008 facelift SL. BMW went through this phase in their Chris Bangle years, and it now seems to be Mercedes’ turn to polarise opinion.

To paraphrase a line from Star Trek,

“It’s an SL, but not as we know it.”

It might be a better car in absolute terms, but it is arguably a less good SL. It appears that those of us who want to be emotionally engaged by our cars will have to wait for the forthcoming SL63 AMG to re-ignite the SL spirit we know and love.

WIRED LauraJane Bruce takes a look at the coolest gadgets on the market

dual functionality The revolutionary Samsung Galaxy Note is the size of a phone but delivers the productivity of a PC. Communication is no longer limited to just text. Using touch or supersensitive S-Pen input, you can sketch, write, and capture or crop elements from any screen quickly and easily.

Drawings, ideas, emotions, and more can be added into text messages and emails. The S-Pen features pressure sensitivity to make writing and drawing very similar to using an analogue pen and is integrated into every single part of the GALAXY Note. Meanwhile, a large 5.3” HD Super AMOLED display offers the ultimate immersive experience, giving you a clear and crisp viewing experience anytime anywhere. By utilizing the 5.3” immersive screen, you will get free viewing experience with the need of minimum scrolling and screen transition. samsumg.com/uk

listen up With its elegant design and advanced features, the Asus All-In-One PC ET2700 Series will become the centerpiece of your family’s entertainment. Featuring the exclusive SonicMaster Technology for pure audio reproduction, whether you’re watching movies or listening to music, it delivers the appropriate aural experience. With the asus@vibe platform, you can access or download a wealth of music, videos, games, magazines, e-books, as well as tune into your favourite radio stations and stream live TV anytime and anywhere! Plus, the elegant pedestal design provides effortless tilt adjustment and superb stability. asus.com

a new dimension of design Unleash the fierce power of Droid 4’s dual-core 1.2 GHz processor and 1 GB of RAM. Blast your music, check the score and load email, all at the same time, without delay, then jump from app to app and back again. Stream music, pictures and documents from your home or work computers, virtually anytime, anywhere, wirelessly. Catch every rich detail of your life with Droid 4’s 8MP rear camera, and the 1080p HD video recorder features image stabilization, which means videos look a lot clearer. Type with technical precision on the laser-cut QWERTY keypad, and with LED edge-lit keys, it’s like having night vision when you send digital messages in the dark. Droid 4 has a display designed to resist scrapes and scratches and a force field of water-repellent nanoparticles shielding the phone against water attacks, even the electrical boards inside!

Droid 4 is at your command. Always kill the ringer at work? Or tweak your settings at home to save battery? Smart Actions understands. The possibilities are limitless. motorola.com

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make your music move It’s time to dance to a different rhythm. The Sony Rolly Sound Entertainment Player lets you experience your music on an amazing new level. It fuses sound and motion, spinning and twisting to the beat, with multicoloured lights flashing in time.

You can even design your own moves and watch it groove to your tune, and shake and twist it to choose your tracks. sony.co.uk

stand tall redefining depth

Vizio’s CinemaWide 58” HDTV with Theater 3D delivers the authentic cinematic experience to your living room, enhanced with Vizio Internet Apps to connect you to an endless world of interactivity and entertainment that all you to chat, shop, or multitask all from one screen. The CinemaWide HDTV brings panoramic 21:9 aspect ratio HDTV for the first time, expanding the boundaries of conventional widescreen to deliver a new standard of entertainment in breathtaking 2560 x 1080 resolution, and the Theater 3D delivers state-of-the-art passive 3D technology used at your local cinema into your home to produce the most vibrant immersive 3D television available. vizio.com

Versatile, lightweight, portable and stylish. The iPad is many great things, but despite the vast number of ways you can use it, this snazzy tablet is still prone to the same laws of gravity as everything else. Which means it’s still tricky to use when you’re standing or your hands are occupied. That’s where the equally versatile, lightweight, portable and stylish Z3 iPad Stand comes in. With heights ranging from 40cm to 137cm, this telescopic stand can be used absolutely anywhere, from your bedside to the boardroom.

Clipped into the secure cradle, your Apple gadget can be rotated a full 360 degrees, for portrait or landscape use. Made from anodised aluminium it’s extremely lightweight, but complements the sleek look of your tablet perfectly. So whether you’re speaking to a huge audience or simply following a recipe in the kitchen; the Z3 ensures your hands are free to make all the gestures you need. firebox.com

amp it up The Fiio E17 Amp is a highgrade and multi-functional amplifier, with many excellent functions, including its lightweight design, OLED screen and small shape make it fantastically portable, so you can take your music with you, wherever you choose. The high performance design of the amplifier ensures the quality of sound, and the multi-input ports ensure simple operating. fiio.com

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By Laura-Jane Bruce

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or more than 14 years, Café Yanx has held a prominent place in the Marbella gastronomy field. Pride of place in Centro Plaza, this American style diner brings a welcome change of classic USA cuisine to the coast, allowing our imagination to take us across the pond. When Society Marbella was offered the chance to sample some of their famous cooking, we jumped at the chance.

Even though the establishment is called Café Yanx, it is so much more, with an abundance of dishes perfect for anything from a light snack or a hearty breakfast to a decadent three course meal. The dishes are so varied on the menu that it really is difficult to decipher what you are going to order. We recommend visiting a number of times to sample everything because it is all exquisite.

There are two areas in which to choose to dine, in their cosy restaurant surrounded by genuine American memorabilia and televisions showing the latest sports, or out on their sun drenched terrace in the

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midst of Marbella life. Yanx are completely committed to high-quality ingredients; using natural chicken, humanely raised, premium ‘gradeA’ well-hung Irish beef and fish that is either longline or hook and line caught. Their daily deliveries of fresh fruit and vegetables direct from local and premium growers mean that you know everything on your plate is created with you in mind.

The brains behind this restaurant is David Fisher. Growing up in the business, his family owned restaurants, pubs and nightclubs all over the UK, and this rubbed off on him into his adult life. Studying at a catering college and gaining all the certificates needed to run a top restaurant, David became the head chef, and then

catering manager of three American Restaurants in Norwich. David has been actively working in the trade for over 25 years now, and brings his experience to every service.

However, David couldn’t possible take all the credit for the success

“I have an extremely strong team working with me that have made Yanx what it is today,” boasts of Café Yanx.

David proudly. Filippo is the general manager, and somewhat of a wine connoisseur. He has travelled the world in search of a deeper knowledge about the industry, and has worked in top London restaurants such as Cipriani and The Ivy. Then

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hint of jalapeño. The unusual addition of the chilli pepper brought about an exciting flavour to the palate. The melted cheese was perfectly gooey and classically garlicky. The following dish that made its way to our table was a portion of chicken quesadillas. The Mexican hot bread enclosing the marrying flavours was crisp and stuffed with spiced moist chicken pieces, cheese, crunchy pepper and onion squares, accompanied with a garnish of cool sour cream, fluffy guacamole and a tangy salsa.

there’s the kitchen staff. Marilyn, the head chef, has been working at Yanx since David took it over and brings her artistic flair to each dish.

Susan, the second chef, like Marilyn, has worked tirelessly as the Patisserie chef since Yanx opened it doors. With such a strong team it’s no wonder Yanx has such a following, and we couldn’t wait to sample their delights.

To commence our engorged feast, we were served two appetizers. Firstly, the gorgeous garlic bread, coated in mozzarella, parmesan, herbs and a

From the salad bar, the Saigon chicken salad, consisting of marinated Vietnamese chicken sticks over a lively oriental green leaf salad, noodles and bean sprouts, was wonderfully vivacious and fresh. Described as lively, and rightly so, the vibrancy of the drizzled vinaigrette awakened the sharp leaves and crispy bean sprouts. Our secondary main dish was the aptly named Louisiana sizzlin’ ‘hot’ shrimp, brought literally sizzling out of the kitchen and onto our awaiting plates. The stir fried king prawns, freshly plump and oozing with moisture, were accompanied by fragrant peppers and onions cooked

Louisiana style, and served with a timbale of aromatic rice.

For our dessert, a decadent dish from the pertinently named ‘Grand Finale’ section of the menu. The ‘best little brownie in the west’ was many things; glutinous, indulgent and simply delicious. Although a small feeling of guilt arose (knowing that our bikini diets were rapidly disappearing,) we continued to devour the delectable brownie. The rich and wonderful sweet is created using moreish dark chocolate, topped with a scoop of vanilla Haagen Dazs ice-cream and coated with two hedonistic sauces; hot chocolate and caramel.

Café Yanx brings Marbella American cuisine at its best. Serving all the classic dishes from the USA with attention to detail, vibrancy and with customer satisfaction in mind, I implore you to find fault.

Café Yanx Centro Plaza, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella Tel. 952 818 861 cafeyanx.com

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obu Matsuhisa, the highly acclaimed creator of the famous Nobu, Matsuhisa and Ubon restaurants, is my favourite chef in the world. His Japanese cuisine is the true pinnacle from which I judge all other gastronomic encounters. So when I heard that Suite and the Puente Romano Hotel had a new Japanese addition within their portfolio I knew I had to sample their latest offering. On arrival at the restaurant, which is conveniently located adjacent to Suite nightclub gently over spilling onto the Puento Romano Hotel courtyard, we were welcomed with a glass of the conveniently titled sake; Ozeki Namazake, which we soon found out was the inspiration behind the restaurants intriguing name. The remarkably knowledgeable bar manager, shared with us an in-depth explanation of sake, which I must admit is one of the few alcoholic beverages I am not overly familiar with. Although sake has been categorized as a wine, its evolution process actually makes it closer to beer making it the perfect accompaniment to our evening’s menu.

Namazake’s beverage menu boasts 14 different types of sake including everything from the light and dry, Kyoto Fushimizu to the elegant Nanbu Bijan Junmai Ginjo oozing subtle fruit aromas.

If sake all by itself is a little much for your first Japanese encounter why not meet in the middle and sample one of their intriguing cocktails, the Tokyo Bloody Mary containing sake, vodka, tomato, wasabi and soy sauce is a impeccable fusion of traditional and contemporary or for a fruitier alternative we couldn’t fault the Geisha comprising of sake, basil, passion fruit, pineapple and lime.

While we were perusing the neverending drinks list our first dish arrived, steamed edamame topped with rock salt and chilli and the Tatsoi Emono Salad. The latter contained cucumber, coriander, tatsoi and the most delicious

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seared tuna I have ever tasted, so delicate it fell apart on touch and dissolved the second it met your tongue. I have to be honest, a salad is not usually my dish of choice when I visit any restaurant, let alone a Japanese restaurant but I can say with my hand on my heart that I will not be returning to Namazake without ordering the Tatsoi Salad.

Our next arrival was the Namazake Robata, the chef’s assorted selection from the Robata grill. A long narrow platter topped with skewered prawns dressed with leeks, lamb chops, asparagus and chicken all beautifully presented on a

bed of Asian salad was placed before us. Whilst we expected the customary poultry, prawns and vegetables the succulent lamb encased with a peanut butter based sauce was a delightful surprise.

A portion of the Chicken Yakitori also accompanied our main dish. Although we had tasted a small sample with our platter, the additional portion was quickly demolished and highly appreciated. As

the skewers of perfection were hastily vanishing what can only be described as the best shrimp on the coast arrived at our table. As an authentic Japanese dish that has made its way onto a assortment of fusion and international menus, shrimp tempura is a treat that I enjoy on quite a regular occasion so I wasn´t as animated about this plate as I had been the aforementioned. However, this all changed when I took a bite. The crunchy, light and almost buttery coating wonderfully surrounded the tender, delectable interior, sincerly the best shrimp tempura I have ever encountered.

After devouring our main dishes we received a selection of Nigiri Sushi and some Namazake style sashimi. The latter, Hamachi, was finished with miso powder, lime, chive and sesame oil. One of the guests at our table had previously informed us that sushi wasn’t his usual dinner choice so I was intrigued to see how he would react to the eel, mackerel, butterfish and sea bass nigiri before us. “I’m converted,” he exclaimed after one bite.

Whilst allowing my food to settle I took a wander around the stunning interior taking a moment to admire the authentic and contemporary décor. The hostess explained that Namazake was currently

open Tuesday- Sunday and that they serve food from 8pm until midnight, “the weekend atmosphere is really electric,” she described, “the guests at Suite

and Namazake intermix, drinking and enjoying the atmosphere in both establishments. We even offer

the option to enjoy sushi at the bar or at the tables at suite if you do not fancy a full sit down meal.” As I was walking back to the table, convincing myself that I had no room for desert I smelt a waft of sweet caramel, quickly establishing that this was the irresistible caramel and sake reduction accompanying our first dessert; lychee and coconut Chupa Chups.

“In my opinion, this was the best dish of

the evening.” my colleague announced, while it was lusciously tasty I sat contemplating whether the shrimp tempura or the Tatsoi salad would receive my gold status. Our second dessert, Pistachio Texture, was equally as enjoyable and perfectly accompanied by green tea ice cream, a refreshing conclusion to an incredible meal. I think Nobu Matsuhisa better watch out, Namazake is here to stay.

Namazake Hotel Puente Romano Tel. 630 962 852 / 676 920 474 puenteromano.com

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ith the variety of fantastic restaurants we have here on the coast, we are often faced with the difficult decision of where to dine. Well let Society Marbella help you make your choice that much easier, and we promise, before you finish reading this review, you’ll be reaching for the telephone to book your table.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, La Fiorentina is a restaurant like no other. Sure, there are many restaurants in Marbella that offer Italian food, but none like La Fiorentina. Located opposite the Crown Plaza Hotel in Estepona, this is authentic cuisine at its best. All dishes on their extravagant menu are homemade by the talented kitchen staff. It is instantly evident, from the freshness of the pasta, the abundance of creativity and passion the chefs inject into each dish.

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simple, chilli sauce, plump prawns, explosive cherry tomatoes and crunchy rocket, served heaped over perfectly cooked spaghetti. The entire Ferrari Club dine at the restaurant at least once a month for lunch whilst they are touring the coast, which is a sight to see. Always joined by their prestigious president Tony Dalli, it’s easy to see why they choose La Fiorentina as their regular dining spot.

The Italian head chef Andrea has won copious international awards for his skills; it’s not every day you can say that an award-winning chef has cooked for you!

We truly are blessed to have such gifted people who want to make us happy through their food, service and hospitality. The pizza bases are created using special artisan dough and cooked in a wood burning stone oven. This ensures the authentic taste and aroma generated from traditional Italian pizzas permeates through every bite.

Arriving at La Fiorentina, you are greeted by the bubbly personality that is Brigitte Pigani. The enthusiasm for her job is infectious and her constant interaction with the diners ensures every one leaves more than happy. Brigitte boasts a tremendous following and has been regularly interviewed on televi-

sion for her contribution to the gastronomy of Marbella. The restaurant itself offers an assortment of settings, ranging from their beautiful terrace to their indoor restaurant area where you can see the chef’s busy at work, La Fiorentina can cater for everyone from intimate diners to large groups or functions.

No matter how many times you visit La Fiorentina (we very much recommend more than one trip as you will not be disappointed), there is always something on the menu to excite you.

Every ten days, their specials change, ensuring a constant freshness. From mouth-watering pastas, appetizing salads, delicious pizzas and decadent desserts, La Fiorentina has it all. Their most popular dish is the Brigitte pasta, named after the bubbly owner, using a

It’s not just the cuisine La Fiorentina is famed for. Their lively range of nightly entertainment ensures you can forget your troubles and dance the night away. From a thrilling Elvis Presley tribute on Mondays, the coast’s most sought after entertainer Mel Williams on Tuesdays and Italian Opera and Argentina Tango on Sundays, there really is something for everyone.

Brigitte’s vision was to create a casual, fun, quality Italian restaurant in Marbella for all ages to enjoy, which perfectly embodies everything that La Fiorentina is.

La Fiorentina Centro Comercial El Pilar, Local 11 (opposite the Crowne Plaza) Estepona Tel. 952 516 526 lafiorentina.com.es

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Banks NORDEA BANK Tel. 952 816 925 nordeaprivatebanking.com

Bars AQWA MIST Location: Beneath La Sala Coming soon.

ALI WINEHOUSE WINE AND DELI Location: C.C Le Village, Ctra. de Istan Tel. 952 763 595 EL JARDIN Location: Aloha Gardens, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 815 363 PANGEA Location: Roof Terrace, Edif. Club Del Mar, Puerto Banus Tel. 952 908 336 pangea-club.com SUITE Location: Hotel Puente Romano Tel. 630 962 852 suiteclubs.com TRIBECA 12 Location: C.C Le Village, Ctra. de Istan Tel. 652 646 786 tribeca12.com

Beauty Salons and Hairdressers

ADVANCED HAIR STUDIO Location: Avenida Manolete 20, Centro Romano Local 4, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 905 035 advancedhairstudios.es ARIA MEDICAL GROUP Location: Centro Peninsula 8, Camojan Tel. 952 895 088 ariamedicalgroup.com BEAUTY BY SOPHIE AT SPIRIT HAIRDRESSING Location: Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 811 319 BOUTEE HAIR AND BEAUTY Location: Avenida del Prado, Plaza de Aloha, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 816 031 CENTRO CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE Location: Centro Comercial Casablanca, Office 3, Crta de Cadiz Tel. 952 900 626 acupuncture-marbella.com CHRISTINE ZELLEN PERSONAL TRAINER Tel. 649 501 561 CIRUMED CLINIC MARBELLA Location: Avenida Ramon y Cajal 7 to 4, Marbella Tel. 952 775 346 cirumed.es COSMOCLINIC AND ISABELLE’S Location: Carretera de Cadiz N340, Urb. Marbella Real, Local 1 Tel. 952 815 944 CLASSICAL ACUPUNCTURE Location: Clinics in Spain and Gibraltar Tel. 952 883 151 / 693 939 188 5element-acupuncture.com

Little Black Book DOM PASTORESSA Location: Puerto Banus Tel. 673 838 701 / 678 127 359 ENN CARE Location: Marbella Golf and Country Club, Ctra de Cádiz, N-340 Km 188, 29604, Marbella Tel. 663 048 477 enncare.com GRANT FOSTER SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPIST Tel. 667 862 475 sportstherapymarbella.com HD BROWS Tel. 636 899 636 LIPO ROOM Location: Avd Manolete, Centro Romano, Local 5, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella Tel. 952 906 688 MARBELLA’S COSMETIC DENTAL CLINIC Location: Plaza las Orquideas 2, Exit 173,5 Casino, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 907 173 marbelladentalart.com MARK DENTAL CLINIC Location: C. C Benavista, Puerto Banus and Fuengirola Tel. 951 272 267 / 952 810 408 / 952 917 164 markdentalclinic.com OCEAN CLINIC Location: Av. Ramon y Cajal 7, Marbella Tel. 951 775 518 oceanclinic.net OCEAN SPA Location: El Oceano Beach Hotel Restaurant &

Spa, Urb Miraflores Playa, Crta A7 km 199, Marbella.

Tel. 952 58 75 50 oceanohotel.com POSH HAIR AND BEAUTY Location: C/ Antequera, No. 31 San Pedro de Alcantara Tel. 951 216 616

TWIST BOUTIQUE Location: Centro Comercial La Colonia, San Pedro de Alcantara

Car dealerships

REFLECTIONS HAIR NAILS AND SKINCARE Location: Centro Plaza Tel. 902 325 324 reflectionsmarbella.com

F1 IMMO CAR GALLERY Location: Calle Pablo Ruiz Picasso s/n, Edif. Ferroman, San Pedro de Alcantara Tel. 952 799 260 F1cargallery.com

SKIN BASE Location: Opposite the Casino, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 810 487 skinbase.co.uk

Entertainment

WOOD HAIRDRESSING Location: C.C Le Village, Ctra de Istan Tel. 952 771 791

Boutiques

AVENTURA AMAZONIA Location: Avda. Valeriano Rodriguez Tel. 952 835 505 aventura-amazonia.com ESTUDIO61 Location: Calle Notario Luis Oliver 9 Tel. 672 296 074 estudio61.com

ANTONIO SEIJO Location: Avenida Ramón Y Cajal 7, 29600 Marbella Tel. 952 900 140 antonioseijo.com

FUNDACION PICASSO Location: Plaza de la Merced, 15 Malaga Tel. 951 926 060 fundacionpicasso.es

ANTHONYS DIAMONDS Location: Avenida Ramon y Cajal 40 Tel. 952 588 795 anthonys-diamonds.com

PALACIO DE CONGRESOS MARBELLA Location: Calle Jose Melia 2 Tel. 952 828 244 marbellacongresos.com

ARTE Y GESTION Location: C/ Nuestra Señora de Gracia, 1 Marbella Tel. 952 857 558 arteygestionmarbella.es

PEDRO SANCHEZ RIDING Location: Ctra. de Ronda Tel. 952 788 189

DAISY BOUTIQUE Location: Calle Las Malvas, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 815 317 ELIZABETH HURLEY BEACH BOUTIQUE Location: Conjunto Benabola, Bloque 7, Local 1-A, Puerto Banus 29660 GUNNEL’Z FASHION Location: C/Dublin 21, Poligono Industrial, San Pedro de Alcántara Tel. 952 785 602 gunnelhome.com HOT OFF THE PRESS Location: Calahonda Commercial Centre Unit 7, Calahonda Tel. 952 930 392 hotpgreen.com JEANS FACTORY OUTLET Location: Carretera de Cadiz, KM 184.5 Tel. 952 898 381 fashionjeansoutlet.com MARBELLA CARPETS Location: Edif. Casablanca, Bulevar Principe Alfonso von Hohenlohe Tel. 952 773 765 marbellacarpets.com NINA B Location: C/Las Malvas 62 29660 Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 907 020 ninabmarbella.com SPARKLES Location: Avenida Ramón y Cajal 7, 29600 Marbella Tel. 952 775 815 worldofsparkles.com

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SALON VARIETES THEATRE Location: C/ Emanicipacion, s/n Fuengirola Tel. 952 474 542 salonvarietestheatre.com TEAM4YOU Location: Puerto Banus Tel. 619 987 093 team4you.es

Golf Courses ALOHA GOLF CLUB Location: Apdo. 141, Urb. Aloha Golf, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 812 388 clubdegolfaloha.com ATALAYA GOLF CLUB Location: Avda. de las Golondrinas, Estepona Tel. 952 882 812 atalaya-park.es CALANOVA GOLF CLUB Location: Urb. Calanova Golf Club Tel. 951 170 194 calanovagolfclub.com EL CHAPARRAL GOLF CLUB Location: Urbanizacion El Chaparral, N-340 KM 203, Mijas Costa Tel. 952 587 773 golfelchaparral.com FINCA CORTESIN GOLF CLUB Location: Carretera de Casares s/n, Casares Tel. 952 937 883 fincacortesin.com FLAMINGOS GOLF CLUB Location: Ctra de Cadiz KM 166 Tel. 952 889 157 flamingosgolf.com

LAURO GOLF 27 Location: Carretera de Malaga a Coin A-404, Alhaurin de la Torre Tel. 952 412 767 laurogolf.com LA CALA GOLF RESORT Location: Urb. La Cala Golf, Mijas Costa Tel. 952 669 000 lacala.com LA QUINTA GOLF ACADEMY Location: Urb. La Quinta Golf, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 902 204 208 laquintagolf.com LOS NARANJOS GOLF CLUB Location: Plaza Cibeles, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 815 206 losnaranjos.com MARBELLA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Location: Ctra de Cadiz, N-340 KM 188 Tel. 952 830 500 marbellagolf.com MONTE PARAISO Location: C/ Camino de Camojan s/n, Sierra Blanca Tel. 952 822 781 monteparaisogolf.com SANTA MARIA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Location: Urb. Elviria, Ctra. Cadiz-Malaga, KM 192, Elviria Tel. 952 831 036 santamariagolfclub.com

Huerta Nueva, 14 Tel. 952 113 467 adana.es CLÍNICA VETERINARIA ZARPAS Y BIGOTES Location: Urb. Marbella Real, 13 Tel. 952 857 863/ 659 069 000 zarpasybigotes.com POINTER VETERINARY CLINIC Location: Nueva Andalucía and Estepona Tel. 952 906 626 / 952 804 165 pointerclinic.com TRIPLE A Location: Ojen Road, up from La Canada Tel. 952 771 586 aaahelps.com

Property Developers QUAY PROPERTY GROUP Location: Mellior Vasari La Alzambra Local 3-1, Puerto Banus Tel. 951 319 728 quaypropertygroup.com

Real Estate Offices DIANA MORALES PROPERTIES Location: Avenida del Castillo 4, 1 Planta, 3 Tel. 952 765 138 dmproperties.com DOLAN ESTATES Location: La Carolina, 8 Marbella Tel. 952 764 884 dolanestates.es

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SANTANA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Location: Ctra la Cala – Entrerrios, Mijas Costa Tel. 902 517 700 santanagolf.com VALDERRAMA GOLF CLUB Location: Avenida de los Cortijos, San Roque Tel. 956 791 200 valderrama.com

Gyms and Tennis Clubs DYNAMIC TRAINING CENTRE Location: Ctra de Istan, Centro Comercial Le Village Tel. 952 775 021 dynamicmarbella.com GLOW WELLNESS & FITNESS Location: Avenida Playas del Duque s/n Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 811 875 playasdelduque.com QI SPORT Location: Inside Urb. La Alzambra, Puerto Banus Tel. 952 907 090 qi-sport.com NCT Location: Urb. Monte Paraiso Golf Tel. 952 866 843 nctmarbella.com

La Quinta, Edificio 3 Local 3.2b Tel. 952 788 691 ambiencehomedesign.com ARTSPA Tel. 659 078 592 artspa.es DESIGN BY PENANC Tel. 619 342 043 penanc.com FOC DESIGN Puerto Banús wearefoc.com G VEGA CERAMIC Location: Polígono La Campana Tel. 952 816 848 ceramic-gvega.com INDIA EXOTICA Location: Calle Fragua 43, Marbella Tel. 952 778 500 indiaexotica.com MESSEG DESIGN Location: C/Aluminio 6, Poligono Industrial La Hermita Tel. 952 857 439 messegdesign.com ROCHE BOBOIS Location: C.C Torre Real, Ctra Cadiz, KM 185 Tel. 952 777 858 roche-bobois.com

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ADANA Location: Camino Padre Cura, Urb.

NORDICA RENTALS Location: Avenida del Prado s/n, Locales 5 y 6, Supermanzana G, Nueva Andalucía Tel. 952 811 552 nordicarentals.com VANTAGE PROPERTY Location: Urb. Fuente Aloha, Local 5, Avda. Del Prado, Nueva Andalucia Tel. 952 908 415 vpmarbella.com

Restaurants CASARES International SCHILO Location: Ctra. de Casares Tel. 952 937 800 fincacortesin.com Gourmet, Asian-fusion cuisine created by world-class chef Schilo Van Corvorden at the Finca Cortesin Hotel and Golf Resort. Superb service, elegant setting and an excellent wine list.

BENAHAVIS Indian MASALA Location: C. Com, El Pilar, Local 2 Tel. 900 525 801 masalamarbella.com Classic and exciting Indian dishes in an effervescent setting.

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LA CASITA Location: La Heredia Tel. 952 788 033 Restaurant and tapas bar. A unique dining experience. Modern classics with a twist of fine dining in the stunning village of La Heredia. Live kitchen cams, private dining areas and a beautiful terrace.

Italian ARETUSA Location: Front Line Tel. 952 812 898 The perfect setting for a romantic dinner, with classic Italian dishes.

PIZZERIA PICASSO Location: C/ Muelle Ribera Local 48 Italian / 49 Tel. 952 813 669 LA FIORENTINA pizzeriapicasso.com Centro Comercial El Pilar, Local 11 (op- Extremely popular restaurant, serving posite the Crowne Plaza) Estepona classic Italian dishes. Fast service, perfect Tel. 952 516 526 for all ages. lafiorentina.com.es Authentic Italian cuisine in welcoming International surroundings.

EL GRAN GATSBY SAN PEDRO Location: Puerto Banus elgrangatsby.com Argentinean A vanguard concept of the Mediterranean kitchen in the best spot of Puerto BORA BORA BEACH CLUB Banús, offering you an author’s kitchen Location: Urb. Linda Vista Baja, Calle with magnificent views over the MediLas Gitanillas, San Pedro terranean sea Tel. 952 789 100 Specialising in Italian fusion and seaLA SALA BANUS food specialties, right on the beach.

Location: Calle Belmonte Dine, drink and relax by the pool.

Tel. 952 814 145 Excellent party venue. lasalabanus.com Open from 10am to midnight, seven PUERTO BANÚS days a week, La Sala offers eight individually styled settings to suit whatever American mood you are in – for breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon drinks with friends, HARD ROCK CAFÉ evening cocktails or private business Location: Calle Ramón Areces Esquina meetings. A set lunch menu from Marina Banús Monday to Friday is available for 15€ for Tel. 952 908 024 two courses, and complimentary valet hardrock.com parking is available from 10am.

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Little Black Book Tel. 952 908 137 oceanclub.es Luxurious beachfront restaurant and beach club located in the heart of Puerto Banus, offering traditional French cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, and a selection of Asian specialties.

PRAVDA BANUS Location: Ed. Levante Loc. 4-5 Tel. 952 811 443 restaurante-pravda.com Innovative contemporary dining using only the freshest produce. Their unique style of menu, atmosphere and attention to detail has made them a renowned hot spot for discerning diners.

SALA BEACH Location: Urb. Marina Villa (beachside) Tel. 952 813 882 salabeachbanus.com Luxurious Balinese setting with an al fresco restaurant serving an appetising selection of dishes ranging from fresh seafood platters to Thai fusion cuisine, sushi, creative salads and lighter dishes.

SALT AND PEPPER CAFÉ BAR Location: C.C Cristamar, Puerto Banus Tel. 678 127 359/600 798 986 Seasoned to perfection, a healthy and wholesome café and bar with a Swedish touch, an ideal location to enjoy an al fresco lunch or light bite.

TANGO RESTAURANTE Location: Avenida de la Rivera, Puerto Banus Tel. 952 812 358 tangorestaurante.com Serving excellent Argentinean cuisine.

Its unrivalled meat dishes and imaginative menu make Tango one of the best options in Banús.

Oriental NAGA THAI Location: C.C. Cristamar Tel. 952 815 319 naga.es Wide range of exquisite and exotic dishes enjoyed in stylish surroundings.

Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Takeaway and full catering service also available.

THAI GALLERY Location: Puerta de Banus Tel. 952 818 392 thaigallery-restaurante.com Creative Thai cuisine with professional service and lively atmosphere. Open daily for dinner.

NUEVA ANDALUCIA French LA PARISIENNE Location: Centro Plaza Tel. 951 279 056 An authentic Parisian patisserie and café, serving a blend of delicious sandwiches, quiches, tartines, salads, soups and Plat du Jour. Freshly prepared daily with locally sourced produce to eat in or take away.

Indian BOLLYWOOD RESTAURANT Location: Urb. Fuente Aloha Tel. 952 906 748

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Exotic blend of fantastic fragrant food, with an ambiance inspired by rich culture, all topped off with excellent service.

International EVITA BY BUENOS AIRES Location: Avda. del Prado Tel. 952 929 620 Superb Argentinean cuisine. Golf views on a beautiful terrace.

THE FRESH FOOD CAFÉ Location: Urb. Los Naranjos de Marbella Tel. 952 907 364 thefreshfoodcafe.es Fresh food, simple ingredients, always freshly prepared to order.

LA FISHITA Location: Calle Las Violetas, Local 7 Tel. 952 813 589 lafishita.com Gourmet fish and chip shop, perfect for dining in or for takeaway. Open everyday from 4pm.

MAGNA CAFÉ Location: Magna Marbella Golf Tel. 952 929 587 magnacafe.com Exquisite cuisine in stunning surroundings. Bar and large terrace with breathtaking views.

NERMANS RESTAURANT AND BISTRO BAR Location: Avienda del Prado Tel. 952 815 398 nermans.com Sumptuous home cooking in a relaxed atmosphere, with attentive bilingual staff and good value for money.

STARZ MARBELLA Location: C.C. Centro Plaza Tel. 952 816 313 starzmarbella.com International food with all-day breakfast and extensive lunch menu. Open Monday to Saturday 8.30am-5pm.

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YANX CAFÉ Location: Centro Plaza Tel. 952 818 861 cafeyanx.com A prized location and lively atmosphere make this a great choice all-round.

Italian REGINA’S Location: Near Andalucia Plaza Tel. 952 814 529 Elegant surroundings with high-quality Italian dishes ranging from traditional to creative.

Oriental SENSATIONS DELI & SUSHI Location: Av. Manolete, 20 Tel. 952 814 964 sensationsdeliandsushi.com Innovative and tantalising sushi creations at competitive prices.

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GOLDEN GOOSE Location: Bulevar del Principe Alfonso von Hohenlohe Tel. 952 764 648 goldengoose.es A charming roman style building, designed as an entertainment center, ideal of lunches, dinner and private parties.

MC CAFÉ Location: Marbella Club Hotel Tel. 952 822 211 marbellaclub.com Creative and affordable fine dining open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

SMALL WORLD CAFÉ Location: C.C. Le Village Tel. 952 771 046 smallworldcafe.com Small World Café is a cool, contemporary restaurant where diners can enjoy lazy breakfasts, a quick bite for lunch or a relaxed dinner from the simple yet creative menu.

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SUITE Location: Hotel Puente Romano Tel. 952 820 900 suiteclubs.com Stunning restaurant and lounge serving superb Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine in luxurious surroundings.

VILLA TIBERIO Location: Marbella Mar Tel. 952 771 799 villatiberio.com Highly popular restaurant set within stylish surroundings; al fresco at it’s best.

Indian TAJ MAHAL Location: C/ Jazmines 17 Local 1 Tel. 952 814 719 tajmahalmarbella.com Exotic Indian cuisine, perfect for intimate dining and takeaway.

Italian TERRAZZA DUAL Location: Marbella Mar Tel. 952 925 250 terrazzadual.com Great service and attractive surroundings. Homemade dishes. Takeaway also available.

Oriental E&O RESTAURANT Location: Golden Mile Marbella (opposite Marbella Club Hotel) Tel. 952 867 794 eocafe.com Oriental Thai cuisine with a beautiful terrace and a cocktail bar to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

NAMAZAKE Location: Hotel Puente Romano Tel. 630 952 852 Prime Japanese restaurant over-spilling onto the Hotel Puente Romano courtyard, adjacent to Suite.

SUKHOTHAI Location: Marbella Mar Tel. 952 770 550 sukhothai-restaurante.com Fabulous Thai cuisine with intimate surroundings and cosmopolitan décor.

TAI PAN Location: Puente Romano Tel. 952 777 893 taipan-restaurante.com Enjoy cocktails at the Polynesian Bar before sampling oriental cuisine in beautiful surroundings.

THAI ELEPHANT Location: Opposite Marbella Club Tel. 952 779 166 thaielephant.es Sumptuous original Thai and Japanese cuisine including sushi and a selection of curries, with a large terrace area perfect for al fresco dining. Takeaway and delivery service also available – with full menus and an online ordering service.

MARBELLA International ZOZOI Location: Plaza Altamirano Tel. 952 858 868 zozoi.com Old converted house provides perfect atmosphere for cuisine with a difference.

GARUM Location: Paseo Maritimo Tel. 952 858 858 garummarbella.com

Great for drinks, snacks and a la carte dining. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

THE ORANGE TREE Location: Orange Square Tel. 952 924 613 Creative contemporary cuisine, with an innovative new menu every six weeks. Open daily for dinner from 6.30pm till late; early evening menu available until 8pm daily.

AMAPOLA RESTAURANT Location: Calle Ortega y Gasset Tel. 952 774 650 amapolamarbella.com Quaint restaurant set in the heart of Marbella, with experimental molecular gastronomy.

NUEVA KASKADA Location: Urb. La Montua, Calle Chorreadero, Marbella Tel. 952 864 478 nuevakaskada.com Open everyday from 7pm, enjoy fresh cuisine on their vast terrace.

EAST OF MARBELLA International BONO’S BEACH Location: Costabella beachside Tel. 952 839 236 bonosbeach.com Fine cuisine in a stunning location on one of the most beautiful beaches in Marbella.

THE BEACH HOUSE Location: frontline beach Elviria Tel. 952 839 458 thebeachhousemarbella.com Idyllic location by the sea with stunning sunsets over one of the Coast’s best beaches. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

NIKKI BEACH Location: Hotel Don Carlos (beachside) Tel. 952 836 239 nikkibeach.com/Marbella Nikki’s signature ‘global’ cuisine served in luxurious beach club surroundings either on he palm-shaded al fresco terrace, or from on the oversized beach beds.

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By Christie Holland

eing an enormous dog lover, I was delighted when Helen Ellis of ADANA, the Association for the Right of Abandoned Animals, invited me to visit the shelter to learn more about the work they do there.

I have to say trying to find the venue was quite a mission, the dirt track was a little much for my dying Renault to manage, but thankfully we eventually got there.

Helen explained that they are trying to persuade the town hall to complete works on the route to enable easier access for visitors and volunteers, a result would be highly beneficial for the shelter who rely solely on donations to keep running. “If

we experience heavy rainfall, the track could be potentially very dangerous so we want to get it sorted as soon as possible,” Helen explained. All the finances

apart from membership fees are raised from the public via collection boxes, events such as bridge tournaments, birthday parties and special ADANA events such as the annual Dog Show to take place at the Palacio de Congresos, Estepona, on May 13. ADANA do not receive any funds from the Town Hall although they have a statu-

tory responsibility for stray animals.

On arrival, we were given a friendly welcome by the dogs in the first kennel. Helen, who knew all the dogs by name, began to tell us about some of their stories, most had been abandoned by their owners or found without a collar or microchip so brought to the shelter. It was so sad hearing some of the stories, and I wondered, whilst looking at their little faces how anyone could abandon their dog on the street. As we walked into the main area, we were astonished by the sheer number of dogs the small kennels was accommodating.

“We currently have 165,” Helen shared with us, “it may seem like a lot but we have had more than that. We are however very pleased as so far this year 50% more dogs have been adopted than last year.”

If you are contemplating getting a dog, I would fully recommend you visit the shelter, the small donation required to adopt the dog goes towards their microchip, vaccination and neutering. This is a lot more cost effective than purchasing a dog from a pet shop and having them vaccinated at your local vet, plus you are offering a dog the chance of a home, and not to spend its whole life at the kennels.

There are some dogs that have been at ADANA for so many years that they have waivered the donation for to give them the upmost chance of finding a home.

ing of stray animals that ADANA focus on, they also strive to help owners find their lost dogs. Helen understands the hurt of losing your dog as she unfortunately lost her dog two years ago and is yet to find him. “That is how I became involved in ADANA,” she explained. “I

came up here looking for my dog, and then I began volunteering, and here I am.” In order to assist owners in

the southern Spain region, Helen has set up ‘Missing Dogs Costa del Sol,’ on facebook to allow people to post pictures and details of missing dogs and dogs found. “The more we can do to help reunite missing dogs, the less dogs end up without a home at the kennels,” finished Helen.

It’s not only the rehomRemember ADANA receives no funds from the government or local authorities. They can only continue their work through donations made by the public.

To make a donation or to offer any of the dogs at ADANA a home, contact the kennels on 952 113 467 or email adoptions@adana.es. adana.es ADANA.Estepona Missing Dogs - Costa del Sol

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2574 Target Target is a young, male Terrier of around 12 months of age. He is a friendly, little, rough-haired boy. We are not sure quite what has happened to him but he has a woun d to his buttock that looks like he has been shot which should heal without leaving any lasting damage.

2577 Nando Nando is large young puppy. He is abou t three months of age and is going to grow into a big dog. His previous owners obviously had no idea how quickly he was goin g to grow as he has a scar around his chest and neck where they had left a harness on him that he literally ‘grew into’. His woun ds are pretty much healed but he will most likely always have the scar however his fur should cover it. He is an adorable, boun cy puppy who needs a home with space for him to grow.

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To offer Helen, Target, Nando or any of the other dogs at ADANA a home, contact the kennels on 952 113 467 or email adoptions@adana.es. adana.es facebook.com/ADANA.Estepona

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Zoo de Castella r is in desperate need of help. Th centre located e rescue near Sotogrande has recently resc three-month-old ued a lion cub that ha d been kept in conditions by a appalling circus. The cub had no water or food, all his fur proper had fallen out an d he was in trem pain. The team endous at the zoo didn ’t think he would but he is a fight make it, er. At first he was n’t even able to meat, so dehydr eat any ated all he did was drink, drink more water. and drink Sadly, the zoo ha ve found out he is totally blind in and now need one eye s an emergenc y operation to sa one. The zoo do ve the other es not receive fu nding from the ment and only governsurvives on dona tions. The tests an tion will be very d operaexpensive as th ey are required Seville to see a to travel to specialist.

THEY NEED YOUR HELP. The zoo is setting up an ac people to dona count for te money and save the life of has already suffe this cub who red so much.

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AMAZING SUNDAYS Join the hip, sexy and elite at the best beac h party in Spain.

Enjoy the legendary World Famous Ama zing Sundays at Nikki Beach with early afternoon resident and guest DJs playing the best dance beats and house music toge ther along with Nikki Beach’s signature entertainment, energy dancers and live performances and champagne spraying. Don’ t miss this amazing, mesmerizing beach party for the time of your life, but remember…tell only your best friends. Reservatio ns are recommended.

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MONOCROME MAGIC With it’s prime location overlooking the luxury yachts moored in Puerto Banus, Black and White Restaurant Café is a breath of fresh air. Its bright and modern décor, delectable cuisine and slick service make it THE restaurant to be seen at this summer.

The completely unique touches of Formula 1 glamour, cylindrical aquariums filled with exotic fish, a driver simulator with X-Box, and free Wi-Fi, Black and White Restaurant Café is much more than a restaurant. Their huge menu boasts a variety of Italian classics along with a sprinkling of Arab delights and Asian specialities; freshly made pizzas, delicate pasta dishes and meaty steaks using high-quality ingredients. Black and White Restaurant Café; trendy, sleek and stylish all in one place.

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SPREAD THE LOVE After a phenomenal season last year, the ultimate party Lovejuic e is back once again .

If you missed it last ye ar, where exactly we re you? Bringing the ho ttest event to our do orstep at Sala Beach, attendees enjoyed the hottest music, coole st DJs, most vibrant atm osphere and sexiest bo dies at last year’s ev ents.

If that´s not enough, attendees were also joined by numerous famous faces, includ ing the cast of The Only Way Is Essex, premiers hip footballer Calum Be st and ex-Atomic Kit ten singer Kerry Katona, and they are all set to return once again. Lo vejuice visits Marbella three times this year, June 2, July 28 and Au gust 25, we’ve alrea dy got our bikini and heels picked out, have yo u? love4clubbing.com salabeach.com

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YOUR HOME OF BEAUTY VANITY Beauty Salon in San Pedro are pleased to announce that they are now offering Opalis treatments. Vanity is the only beauty salon fortunate enough to work with the Opalis luxury line in Spain, to bring here the latest trend to come out of Paris. Opalis is a great favorite of many celebrities such as Victoria Abril, Nathalie Baye. There are two main care treatments for your hair: the Soin Supréme (Superior Care) and the Soin Découverte (Discovery Care). The first is an hour and a half long treatment, accompanied with restful music and aromas, it includes a relaxing shoulder, face and head massage and the use of a steamer treatment on the hair. The second is similar to the Soin Supréme, but is 50 minutes in length without the shoulder and face massage. Vanity is holding two ‘Opalis Days’ on the 18 and 19 May at the Salon, where they will be carrying out demonstrations and debuting their brand new hair stylist Alan Walding, who has more than 25 years experience in the industry and has previously worked in Europe, USA and Brazil. If you come down on the day, Vanity will be offering a 30 minute Soin Découverte Opalis treatment and blow dry for ladies or a haircut for men at half price, for just €40, or if you’re looking for a quick snip, men and kids can have their hair cut for €15 and €8 respectively, slashed from the normal price of €20 for men and €12 for children.

VANITY - Your Home of Beauty Avda. de Barcelona 2, Local 2, Mod. A, San Pedro de Alcántara Tel. 952 786 161 VanityBeauty1

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An a in the bustling Nuev til midnight and un on no m Open daily fro Il Posto cater to all closed on Sundays, s. Fancy a quick tastes and to all mood on tarter with lm sa The bite on the go? e shavings is perfect guacamole and lim shest ingredients. and uses only the fre re new to go for he Looking for somew A glass of excellent an after work drink? .75 and cocktails quality wine is just €2 at €5.95. Or if you are freshly prepared ening meal, they are seeking a tasty ev la carte menu. Il have a complete a offers; a three Posto also have great is only €18 and y da the course meal in s really is a taste €28 in the evening, thi ly affordable rates. of luxury at extreme along and try it for Go Can’t believe it? yourself.

Il Posto Urb. Aloha Gardens Tel. 952 815 605 IlPostoMarbella

CUSTOMISE A CUDDLY Costa Bear is a unique and fun experience. You choose your teddy bear, bunnies etc. then give it a unique personality with hundreds of teddy bear sized outfits and accessories. Not only is this a brilliant experience it is also the perfect personalised gift. Each bear comes with its own heart and birth certificate.

This beautiful and exciting new venture is owned by Marisa and Deborah and opened on March 28 this year. Being mothers themselves, they wanted to create something different for the children of the coast.

Located in the Poligono San Pedro, this wonderful space contains a fantastic gift shop full of Costa Bear accessories and fun items and a large area at the rear for hosting birthday parties. With its round table, children can sit and stuff, scent, dress and accessorize their bear from a starting price of €15, Costa Bear outfits are available for as little as €8. DJ Bear can also be booked for birthdays, where he will entertain the kids with great music from his DJ booth. Birthdays can also be booked in your own home, just contact the team and ask about their fantastic discounts.

Costa Bear Calle Budapest 24, Poligono de San Pedro Tel. 952 782 621 costabear.com

A FUTURE FOR FINGERPRINTS

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STYLE AT THE FOREFRONT Bodakids, the Malaga based wedding photography and videography team were the creative geniuses behind this month’s fashion feature. The photographic side of their team comprises of two professional female photographers, whose aim is to capture the atmosphere and essence of a wedding with fine, modern photography. Their wedding packages also include exquisite and luxury albums with an artistic finishing. Bodakids originally specialised in child photography and videography and it was only after a client prompted them to utilise their creative, fresh and original approach within the bridal industry that they moved into wedding photography.

Their unique style of wedding video film enables them to tell stories of love, joy, passion and friendship and capture feelings of laughter, excitement and tears. Always at the cutting edge of innovative methodology, Bodakids are proud to introduce photography via RC helicopters as a luxury option for couples on their special day. bodakids.es

INTERNATIONAL BANK CELEBRATES AT NERMANS RESTAURANT Last month Nermans Restaurant, proud owners of the Guinness world record for champagne sabering, hosted a Scandinavian-inspired dinner organised by Nordea Bank. Complimentary cocktails welcomed guests prior to the decadent menu of Swedish specialties Joakim and Jennifer Nerman had lovingly prepared. After inspiring speeches, the Nordea Bank team enjoyed beautifully cooked cuisine and secondto-none hosting skills late into the night. This is not the first time Nordea Bank have chosen Nermans as the location for their celebrations, and it’s easy to see why. The two Scandinavian-rooted businesses complement each other perfectly. nordeaprivatebanking.com nermans.com

BACK TO ITS ROOTS If you’re searching for exotic cuisine, superb service and brilliant value for money, look no further than Taj Mahal in Nueva Andalucia. Over the past four years, it has been seen to change hands a number of times, but we are proud to announce that it now back to its original management. The team behind the established Bollywood Indian in Nueva Andalucia have taken back control, and are making small changes to ensure that it’s returned to the quality we’re used to. Bringing forth their expertise, they promise to keep the customer in mind to make your experience a memorable one.

Taj Mahal C/ Jazmines 17-B, Local 1, 29660 Nueva Andalucia (50m from the Post Office) Tel. 952 814 719 / 952 906 832 tajmahalmarbella.com

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