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Issue 51 July August 2014

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WIN… A year’s membership at a Nuffield Health and Wellbeing Centre Music The National Fashion Story Sports Inspired Looks Take Three Waverley Tea Room, City Café and Citation

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Eye on the City Things to do in July and August Talking About Tax-free Shopping Beginners guide to the Games Games Schedule What, when and where Fashion Health and Beauty Property and Interiors Food and Drink

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My i-on Glasgow Sarah Raffel i-on people Michael Jamieson on Style Marc Taylor on Property Duncan Heeles on Design i-on Events i-on Homes Colin Lipsey Dinner Review Hyde Bar & Restaurant At the Back

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04 | INTRODUCTION

DID YOU KNOW...

You can now read i-on magazine on your tablet or smartphone. Perfect for catching up on the go, simply head over to issuu.com/ionglasgow to see the glossy pages of i-on Glasgow come to life with the click of a button.

To make sure you never miss an issue of i-on again, ‘like’ us at facebook.com/ionglasgow. We’ll post the link up days before the magazine hits the streets so you’ll be one of the first to see it. You can also create your very own account at Issuu and ‘follow’ us.

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i-on Glasgow this month This issue has been inspired by, you guessed it, the Commonwealth Games and inside you’ll find all you need to know about the history and provenance of the Games on page 30, a schedule on what, when and where they are happening on page 34, Olympic silver medallist Michael Jamieson shares his personal style with us (p20) and there’s even a sports inspired fashion spread on page 36 – although these looks are most definitely street rather than track attire.

But for those looking to avoid rather than indulge in all things Commonwealth, there’s i-on’s usual mix of Glasgow greats including our food and restaurant reviews, fashion news for him and her, along with all the non Games related goings-on in our Eye on the City pages starting on page 10.

One last word on a sports theme though; our competition prize is a year’s membership at one of Nuffield Health’s Glasgow health and wellbeing centres. Find out how to enter on page 08. A big congratulations also to the winner of our last competition, Sandra Kelly, who won a £500 spending spree at Folli Follie.

Until next time, enjoy i-on.

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08 | I-ON PRIZES

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f the Games have inspired you to improve your fitness levels or simply gain a better sense of wellbeing, you’ll love this month’s competition. i-on Glasgow has teamed up with the premier name in health and fitness, Nuffield Health, to offer one lucky reader the chance to get fit, lose weight and look great with a free one year membership to a Nuffield Health and Wellbeing Centre.

As well as great fitness facilities and a dedicated staff of health experts, Nuffield Health gives you the tools to take the next step on the road to improved fitness, health and wellbeing and our winner will have the choice of joining either the city centre gym at Finnieston or the Giffnock centre in the city’s Southside.

Our winner will be welcomed by Nuffield Health’s team of health and fitness experts and after an initial induction they’ll be able to enjoy all the facilities their centre of choice has to offer including the spacious swimming pools, numerous classes available or booking in for a free 12-point Health MOT, which all members are entitled to as part of their membership.

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EYE ON THE CITY Inspiration for June

WILL POWER Bard in The Botanics is back and the centrepiece production of this year’s festival is a new staging of Henry V. The production, which opens on Friday 18 July, will feature one of largest casts the Shakespeare festival has ever assembled, and will pay tribute to the soldiers who fought in WWI. As well as a range of festival and family tickets, this year all Tuesday tickets are £10. Tickets and full festival available programme via www.bardinthebotanics.co.uk

Meet your mentor

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FAMILY FUN The Merchant City Festival returns to this truly cosmopolitan area of the city over July and August and brings with it a host of activities for all the family with including a vintage market, street art, visual art, dance, fashion and design and live music. Merchant City Festival, 24 July - 03 August 2014, various Merchant City venues.

For more information visit www.merchantcityfestival.com

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SUMMER SOUNDS Magners’ Summer Nights will run across two weekends this August (07-10 and 14-16) with a stunning line-up including Alison Moyet (pictured), The Waterboys, Steve Earle, Squeeze, Capercaillie and Glasgow’s very own Teenage Fanclub. The sessions are the first major events to be announced at the 2,500 capacity Kelvingrove bandstand since its £2million refurbishment. Located in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Park in the heart of the West End the bandstand sits between some of the city’s most stunning buildings – Glasgow University and Kelvingrove Art Gallery.

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RAIN DANCE After receiving critical acclaim on the West End stage in London, Singin’ in the Rain comes to the Theatre Royal.

It tells the story of the first Hollywood musical, when the silver screen first found its voice. The hit musical is known for its high energy and rather wet set design that is sure to keep audiences singin’ and dancin’ in the rain. Tickets priced £12.30 - £53.40. Singin’ in the Rain, 12-23 August 2014, Theatre Royal, 282 Hope St, G2 3QA, Tel: 0844 871 7627.

Think falconry lessons for all the family, splashing around in one of The Club’s pools and junior tennis camps for the young ones. Or imagine an indulgent day at the spa, with a stroll in the countryside and dinner in one of our four restaurants for the grown-ups.

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PARADE WITH PRIDE Pride Glasgow is back for 2014 with a 16-day festival of events celebrating LGBT equality. As well as the legendary parade and street party, revellers will enjoy a fairground, a community expo, marketplace, a youth space, a transgender safe space and, for the first time, a cabaret stage. Music will be well represented too in a concert featuring X Factor favourites Amelia Lily (pictured) and Lucy Spraggan, along with singer/ songwriter Heather Peace and club queen Angie Brown. Pride Glasgow, 19 July – 03 August 2014, various venues.

Visit www.prideglasgow.co.uk for programme and ticket details.

Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, House for an Art Lover provides an excellent cultural attraction and tourist destination, while also being one of the city’s finest wedding and events venues. The House is home to the popular Art Lovers Café, Gallery and Shop and hosts regular art, design and architecture related events in its purpose built studios and seminar rooms.

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TAKEAWAY ANYONE? Ant and Dec are bringing their ITV show Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway to The Hydro this August as part of a national arena tour. The tour will see them travelling the length and breadth of the country to give people the chance to experience Takeaway live on stage. The show will be packed with special guests, amazing prizes to be won and lots of surprises for the audience. Tickets £28-£50.40.

Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway on Tour, 25-27 August 2014, The SSE Hydro, Exhibition Way, G3 8YW. Book at www. ticketsoup.com or Tel: 0844 395 4000.

FAMILY FUN Peppa Pig returns live on stage with super cute puppets and brilliant sing-a-long songs in a brand new show that will brighten your little ones day. Peppa Pig’s Big Splash sees Peppa and her pals set up a fete to raise money to fix the leaky nursery roof. Choose from either a morning or matinee performance and grab your wellies and brollies to get splashing. Tickets priced £14.40-£22.90 (plus booking fee). Peppa Pig’s Big Splash, 12 and 13 July 2014, King’s Theatre, 297 Bath St, G2 4JN. Book at www.atgtickets.com

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TALKING ABOUT

Tax-free shopping

I’ve heard a little about this tax-free shopping.

What’s it all about?

When you shop in the UK, you pay VAT, which is essentially a sales tax on most goods. If you are a non-EU resident visiting the UK you are entitled to claim a VAT refund on most goods that you buy and take home.

And I could save 20% on everything bought?

You can claim a VAT refund on most goods with the exception of books and children’s clothing and business expenses.

Great, I buy things all the time.

How do I get money back then?

You, my dear, don’t. As I said, you need to be a non-EU resident to claim the VAT back.

Bet it’s a hassle to get the money back though.

You just need to ask for a tax-free form in store when paying for your goods, fill it out and then get it stamped by customs when you leave the country and post the form back using the pre-paid envelope.

Oh. What about when I go on holiday?

You won’t be able to claim money back for things that you buy in the EU but keep it in mind if you are travelling outwith Europe. Innova Group and Premier Tax Free Shopping currently operate throughout Europe (for non-EU nationals) and many international markets including Asia, South America, The Middle East and Russia. So, if you’re planning on going outwith Europe, don’t forget to claim the sales tax back on the things you buy before you head home.

If I were a non-EU resident - how much could I save?

The current sales tax is 20% and you could claim this back on goods that you buy whilst in the UK.

How do I find out who offers tax-free shopping?

Simply look out for signs in shops offering tax free shopping.

Is there a long wait for the money back?

Nope, some airports and inland border checkpoints even offer cash refunds. Just look out for the desk or check the relevant tax free shopping website for the nearest cash refund location.

This means even more shopping then, right?

Well, since you’re saving 20% on most goods it would be rude not to, wouldn’t it?

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PAST TIMES Fancy finding out more about your family history? Don’t miss Who Do You Think You Are? Live for your best chance of getting your own family history directly into the hands of genealogy experts. Sponsored by Ancestry.co.uk, the show will be coming to the SECC for three days in August to offer expert advice from genealogy experts to help you uncover your ancestors. Tickets from £14. Happy Hunting.

Who Do You Think You Are? Live, 29-31 August 2014, SECC, Exhibition Way, G3 8YW. Book at www.whodoyouthinkyouarelive.com or Tel: 0844 873 7330.

MACKINTOSH MARVELS The first substantive exhibition devoted to the architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh opens at the Hunterian in July. The exhibition features over 80 architectural drawings, many never exhibited before, and drawn from collections across the UK, plus specially commissioned film, models and archival material with special emphasis on Mackintosh’s designs for dwelling houses. Mackintosh Architecture, 18 July 2014 – 04 January 2015, Hunterian Museum, University Of Glasgow, University Ave, G12 8QQ, Tel: 0141 330 4221.

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PAPERCHASE S

ince returning to the city last year, Paperchase has firmly established itself as the go-to place in Glasgow for stylish cards, stationery and gifts that are just that little bit different.

With a striking 50ft glass shop front, Paperchase’s two storey, 15,000 sq.ft store in the heart of the city’s Buchanan Quarter takes the contemporary stationers renowned design and innovation to the next level with its stunning, easy to navigate store design which leads to a bright and engaging experience for customers.

The highly contemporary store – the envelope design on the store front is a cool quirky touch – is home to the full range of the brand’s stationery and gifts, including an exclusive Scottish range, you’ll struggle not to find something you like in store.

On entering the store you’re immediately immersed in the selection of 3,000 stationery products and a wall of over 2,000 design-led greeting cards, meaning you’ll never be stuck for finding the perfect card again - although you may need to build in some extra time to your visit if you want to go through all the choices on offer.

A trip up the imposing steel staircase and you’ll find quality branded products including pens by Graf von FaberCastel, designer crockery including a range from Martha Mitchell which is exclusive to Paperchase’s Scottish flagship and the iconic Cambridge Satchel – with the coveted Tartan Cambridge Satchel, again, exclusive to the store.

On the same floor you’ll find the impressive art area with a vast range of professional products and equipment, ideal for Glasgow’s vibrant art scene as is the purse pleasing 10 per cent student discount.

There’s even the chance to relax, take advantage of the store’s free Wi-Fi and enjoy a darn fine cup coffee from Glasgow’s very own award-winning coffee connoisseurs, Tinderbox. Safe to say, there is so much more than simply paper and pens at Paperchase Glasgow.

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MY I-ON GLASGOW Sarah Raffel photo ∙ Susie Lowe

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Sarah Raffel established Brazen Studios in 2004 with the intention to showcase new designer makers and offer a bespoke design service by way of Brazen’s on-site jewellery studios. A decade on, the Glasgow School of Art graduate is an multi-award winning designer and her Merchant City store a magnet for jewellery lovers looking for something unique or just a little bit different.

Where is your preferred area in Glasgow?

The Merchant City is such an interesting part of Glasgow and yet to reach its full potential. I love the feel of the area and my neighbours.

Is there anything that would place Glasgow more firmly on the map?

I think we could make more of the riverside. Given its history, it is a little neglected when you compare it to the riverside of other great cities.

Where would you take visitors to show them the real Glasgow?

The Barrowlands for a great gig.

If you could change one thing about the city what would it be?

The M8 motorway slicing through the centre.

Explode a myth about Glasgow?

Its unjust label as a hard and fierce city. I have always found the people of Glasgow to be warm, friendly and very welcoming.

What would be your perfect night out?

A bottle of Cava in Brutti Compadres followed by cocktails in Rogano and a night of dancing at monthly club night Hot Mess at SWG3.

Around the city - Where you’ll find me:

Dining out: For something quick, Ichiban.

Enjoying a coffee: Tibo in Dennistoun.

Lunch with friends: Brutti Compadres at Virginia Court.

Pamper session: Peaches Wax and Beauty Bar. Favourite shop: Niche Optical Tailor.

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STYLE

Michael Jamieson photo ∙ Marc Sethi

Men sporting tight swimming trunks in public aren’t normally renowned for their style however we are more than willing to make an exception for the Scottish Olympic silver medal winning swimmer Michael Jamieson who talks us through his out-of-the-pool style.

I’d describe my style as…

Individual. I seem to have two different wardrobes; one full of training wear and another with smart casual clothes.

When it comes to fashion I’m a bit…

Fussy. I quite like searching for new clothing concepts and items somewhere between streetwear and high fashion.

My favourite recent find was…

A tartan T-shirt from houseoftreli.com - a great site for something a bit different.

My favourite designer is…

I’m an ambassador for Tom Morris, a recently revamped Scottish label based in St. Andrews. I love working with these guys and their clothing is excellent.

I’ve got a thing about…

Round neck jumpers with a statement graphic.

If money were no object on the fashion front I’d buy…

Most of the Nike footwear releases, I love trainers.

My big fashion no-no is…

Guys wearing 3/4 length trousers. I can’t get my head around it.

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PROPERTY

Marc Taylor photo ∙ Susie Lowe

When Marc Taylor founded Tay Letting in 2009, he had a very simple concept – excellence in everything. Tay Letting is now one of the city’s most dynamic letting and property management companies.

What do you look for in a property?

I have a very broad love for property. Ironically, I would look for an open plan kitchen, living, dining area yet my flat at Lauderdale Gardens has a separate dining kitchen. Parking is also important; I would hate the thought of parking two streets away from my front door.

Have you always bought as a home or an asset?

I always buy a property as an asset/investment.

However I have recently refurbished my property and my attitude was slightly different. I wanted to make it perfect.

Where in your opinion is the most overvalued area in Glasgow?

I don’t think any area in Glasgow is overvalued.

Rentals in the Park area are very high but so are the purchase prices. I think Glasgow property represents great value all round.

And following on, the most undervalued?

Partickhill is starting to receive the recognition it deserves. G11 in general is a tremendous area and is right in the hub of the action.

Any tips for renters?

The rental market is extremely buoyant and properties rent quickly so tenants have a finite amount of time to decide on a property. If a tenant thinks a flat is right for them and they can afford it, go for it.

DESIGN

Duncan Heeles photo ∙ Susie Lowe

Duncan Heeles is the director of BAGNODESIGN Glasgow, the first BAGNODESIGN showroom in the UK. The Napier University graduate has worked in the kitchen and bathroom industry for the last nine years and is known for his rich and opulent spaces, no matter what the budget may be. He lives in Greenock in a waterfront home.

What’s your favourite room in your home?

The main living room. It has high ceilings with detailed cornice work and original parquet flooring. I love the open fire to bring a real sense of warmth when the weather is bad, and views along the River Clyde also help.

Describe your personal taste?

I adore dark, opulent rooms that consist of traditional features with a modern twist. I like to think of my home as a ‘deep and rich boutique hotel’. I am used to designing in this style, so it is hard not to channel it back into my own home. Adding a chandelier along with the right art pieces really adds to this design aesthetic.

If money was no object, how would you furnish a home?

I would create a cinema in my home.

After a long day of work, I would love to just kick off my shoes and break out a bucket of popcorn. Once that projector screen scrolls down, let The Godfather marathon begin.

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1 The Laurent Perrier flowed as Cameron House chairman Stephen Carter OBE and his team invited a select few to enjoy a unique evening of Champagne and music with a private recital by the musicians from the RSNO Phoenix Trio in the beautiful surroundings of The Thrill Room at ROX in the iconic Argyll Arcade.

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I-ON EVENTS Unseen McQueen exhibition photos ∙ Martin D. Baker

The Unseen McQueen photography exhibition made the last stop on its global tour at Glasgow’s flagship Belstaff store in Princes Square.

The pop up exhibition features previously unreleased images of legendary actor and motor sports enthusiast, Steve McQueen, captured by his long term friend and photographer, Barry Feinstein.

Guests and shoppers were treated to canapes and cocktails from Cranachan.

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2. One of the images on show. 3. Model Kelly Donaghy catches up with Thank Fifi blogger Wendy Gilmour. 4. Nathan Amery and Sean McCauley from Pretavoir. 5. Glasgow was the last stop on the exhibition’s world tour.

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week into July, many Scottish music fans might find themselves deciding whether or not T in the Park really is the biggest draw of the moment in the country. The good news is that timings will still allow them to attend Scotland’s largest music festival and the much anticipated appearance of The National the night before at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall.

Having missed out a trip north of the border on last year’s visit to the UK, this will be their first appearance on a Scottish stage since August 2011.

What this means is it will be the first time the hugely successful American alternative rock group have played material from last year’s latest album Trouble Will Find Me in Scotland, and it’s long overdue. A result of singer Matt Berninger and guitarist Scott Devendorf’s collaboration in the group Nancy in 1991 while they were students at the University of Cincinnati, The National are one of those groups who have trodden a slow uphill path to great success, kind of like an American equivalent of Elbow.

The band as they are now came together in Brooklyn, New York in 1999, with Berninger and Devendorf jettisoning their previous bandmates for the latter’s brother Bryan and his sometime collaborators Aaron and Bryce Dessner, leaving Berninger as the band’s only non-sibling. In their early days the group would play the club venues of New York while in some cases working for companies involved in the dot.com boom.

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Their first, self-titled album was released in 2001 on the band’s own Brassland label, and attracted a few good notices and a very modest number of sales. Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers in 2003 would repeat the same process, although by now publications like the Chicago Tribune and the UK’s Uncut magazine were picking up on the band’s particularly affecting brand of bleached out and emotive Americana, meaning bigger sales and a few end of year chart mentions.

Alligator followed in 2005, then Boxer in 2007, both to modest success, but it was 2010’s High Violet which would see the long deserved breakthrough come following the band’s appearance on Barack Obama’s 2008 campaign trail.

It would go top five in America and Britain, selling over a quarter of a million in the US alone.

Now Trouble Will Find Me has propelled them a step further, to their first Grammy nomination this year and an even wider audience. Such success is deserved, because the album – led by Berninger’s charismatic and experience rich vocal – is deeper in emotive storytelling than most releases of recent times. It will be a pleasure to finally welcome them, and to see where they go from here.

The National play the Usher Hall, Edinburgh, on Thursday 10 July.

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GAME ON With the countdown on for Glasgow 2014, i-on brings you a beginner’s guide to the Commonwealth Games. words ∙ Michael Clancy

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nless you’ve been living under a rock for the past seven years you’ll know Glasgow bagged the distinct honour of hosting the 20th Commonwealth Games, the third largest multi-sport event in the world. To say there’s been a lot of hype surrounding the event is a bit of an understatement, but considering it’s set to be the biggest event of its kind the nation has seen, it’s not surprising.

Formerly known as the British Empire Games, they Games were first held in Hamilton, Canada, in 1930 as a smaller sporting competition for athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations. Since then it’s been held every four years - with the exception of 1942 and 1946 when they were cancelled due to the Second World War - and had 18 host cities across seven different countries including Malaysia, New Zealand and Wales. This is the third time Scotland will host, with Edinburgh having held the games in 1970 and 1986.

What’s on the schedule From sprinting and diving to boxing and cycling, 6,500 athletes over 71 countries will descend on Glasgow with the hope of bringing home gold for their nation. The action kicks off on 23 July and a total of 17 sports will be on display over the two week period, with several Olympic events

6,500 ATHLETES OVER 71 COUNTRIES WILL DESCEND ON GLASGOW WITH THE HOPE OF BRINGING HOME GOLD FOR THEIR NATION

taking place, including the 100 metre sprint, long jump and marathon. As well as track and field events, there will also be numerous sports that are mainly played in Commonwealth countries, such as lawn bowls, netball and rugby sevens.

Scotland will hope to be able to continue the success they have had in recent years in the world of cycling, with competitions in road racing, track cycling and mountain biking. Team Scotland will also be hoping to build on their successes of 2010 in Delhi, where they won gold in boxing, shooting, swimming and tennis.

Where it’s taking place Since 2007, extensive preparation has taken place, with approximately £200 million invested in fitness centres across

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Six facts about the Games Only six teams have attended every Commonwealth Games since 1930; Australia, Canada, England, New Zealand, Scotland and Wales.

Since 1930, Scotland has amassed 355 medals at the games, with 91 gold, 104 silver, and 160 bronze.

When Australia hosts the 2018 games in Gold Coast, they will have held the event five times, making them the country to have hosted the event the most.

Scotland’s most impressive tally of medals came at the 1986 games in Edinburgh, when they won a total of 33 medals, although their most golden year was in Melbourne in 2006 where they walked away with 11 gold medals.

Nauru, a western Pacific island in Micronesia, is the smallest nation to be represented in the games.

Having first taken part in 1990, it has appeared at every event since.

Shooting proved to be Team Scotland’s strongest event in the 2010 games. They won four gold medals in the men and women’s 50 metre Rifle Prone for single and pairs.

the city to ensure state-of-the-art facilities are offered throughout. 14 venues will be used for the sporting battles during the Games with Hampden Park the main venue for the track and field events. The homes grounds of Rangers and Celtic will also be playing a significant part, with the rugby sevens action at Ibrox. Celtic Park will be the site of the spectacular Opening Ceremony. With an impressive capacity of 7,000, the Emirates Arena at Parkhead will host the badminton; the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, the first of its kind in Scotland, will hold the indoor cycling events, and the Tollcross International Swim Centre with its new second 50 metre pool and a seating capacity of 5,000 is the ideal location for all the swimming competitions, with the exclusion of diving events which will take place on the east coast in Edinburgh’s Royal Commonwealth Pool.

For more information about Glasgow 2014, 23 July 03 August, visit www.glasgow2014.com

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ON YOUR MARKS… Don’t miss out on any of the action with i-on’s indispensable Glasgow 2014 games-at-a-glance guide. We’ve listed all of the sports along with their venues and dates. During the course of The Games many roads and streets near venues will have access and parking restrictions (with no general parking spaces at any of the venues) so whenever possible use public transport. Spectators will be entitled to use local public transport (trains, buses and subway) for free on the day their event ticket is valid by showing it on request and journeys can be planned through the Traveline Scotland app which you can download from the Traveline Scotland website. For all other games related information visit www.glasgow2014.com

COMPETITION SCHEDULE Aquatics

Diving

Royal Commonwealth Pool, Edinburgh

Swimming

Tollcross International Swimming Centre

Athletics

Track & Field

Hampden Park

Marathon

Glasgow City Marathon Course

Badminton

Emirates Arena

Boxing

SECC Precinct

Cycling

Mountain Bike Cathkin Braes Mountain Bike Trails

Road Events

Glasgow City Cycling Road Courses

Track

Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome

Gymnastics

Artistic

SECC Precinct

Rhythmic

Hockey

SECC Precinct Glasgow National Hockey Centre

Judo

SECC Precinct

Lawn Bowls

Kelvingrove Lawn Bowls Centre

Netball

SECC Precinct

Rugby

Sevens Ibrox Stadium

Shooting

Barry Buddon Shooting Centre, Angus

Squash

Scotstoun Sports Campus

Table Tennis

Scotstoun Sports Campus

Triathlon

Strathclyde Country Park

Weightlifting

SECC Precinct

SECC Precinct

Powerlifting

Wrestling

SECC Precinct

Opening Ceremony

Celtic Park

Closing Ceremony

Hampden Park

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photographer ∙ Joshua Porter, www.joshuaporter.co.uk model ∙ Kaitlin Dobson @ Colours Agency stylist ∙ Victoria Martin @ Colours Agency make up ∙ Lynsey C Reilly @ Colours Agency hair ∙ Paolo Andreuccetti @ Colours Agency assistant ∙ Katie Connelly Shot on location at Kelvin Amateurs Boxing Club, Glasgow Jacket £49.95 by Promod at Debenhams, bra top £12.99 from H&M, skirt (just seen) £20 by Noisy May at Frasers, necklace £24.99 by Mango at Frasers.

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Sweater £205 by Sportsmax at Frasers, shorts £195 by T by Alexander Wang at Frasers, shoes £59 from Faith at Debenhams.

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Yellow crop top £25 from Miss Selfridge at Debenhams, black shorts £150 by Gestuz at Frasers, necklace £16, from Warehouse at Debenhams.

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LEFT Black cut out dress £378 by T by Alexander Wang at Frasers. ABOVE Hooded top £36 from Noisy May at Frasers, printed trousers £38 from Warehouse at Debenhams.

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Frasers, 45 Buchanan St, G1 3HL, Tel: 0141 221 3880.

Debenhams, 97 Argyle St, G2 8AR, Tel: 0844 561 6161.

River Island, 20-24 Argyle St, G2 8AD, Tel: 0844 395 1006.

H&M, St. Enoch Centre, 55 St. Enoch Square, G1 4BW, Tel: 0141 227 3030.

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MEN’S FASHION Focus. Finds. Flair

BLAZER OF GLORY Taking you from casual to smart and day to night, the humble blazer is the must-have piece for any man about town. This sky blue version, £60 from Burton, will be your go-to piece for every summer eventuality. Burton, St Enoch Centre, 55 St Enoch Square, G1 4BW, Tel: 0141 221 4944.

PIXEL POWER You won’t fail to get noticed in these pixel sunglasses from Primark. At only £3 they are the perfect quirky pick for computer nerds everywhere.

Primark, 56 Argyle St, G2 8AG, Tel: 0141 229 1343.

PRINTS CHARMING Keep your prints tropical with a fun palm tree print shirt. Team with camel chinos for a breezy summertime vibe. Palm tree shirt, £100

by Diesel, chinos, £55 by Criminal. Both available at Frasers, 45 Buchanan St, Glasgow, G1 3HL, Tel: 041 221 3880.

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SPORTS DAY Add some texture such as PU or leather to your casual wear for a simple but effective take on the sports luxe trend.

These sweatpants, £25, have a PU side panel. The T-shirt is £12, backpack by Royal Republiq £155, trainers £30 and cap £14. All available at ASOS.com.

URBAN KICKS Some simple slip on shoes needn’t be boring as these funked up camouflage shoes, £25.99 from Zara, prove. Great with neutrals such as earthy browns and khaki or go bold and team with coral. Zara, 16 Buchanan St, G1 3LB, Tel: 0141 227 4770.

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he Replay Laserblast L.I.F.E. capsule collection combines the innovative and eco-friendly Laserblast technology, which dramatically reduces water consumption, and the use of coloured mineral pigments of natural origin. The result?

One of the most sustainable denim ranges.

To bring to life the eco-credentials of this distinctive range, Replay has cast models with a world-leading ethical stance – the real-life activists transforming the way we live today.

These Eco-Warriors for L.I.F.E. all share an irrepressible passion and spirit; they truly embody the attitude of this singular collection and Replay’s rebellious spirit.

Norwegian-born model and actress Aleksandra OrbeckNilssen has her own wildlife conservation trust, Nanofasa (www.nanofasa.com), and is a leading spokesperson for African environmental issues around the world. The other protagonist at the heart of this campaign is Enok Groven, the Norwegian founder of Fashion Against Climate Change (www.facebook.com/groups/fashionagainstclimatechange), a well-respected newsgroup focusing on environmental issues with a bearing on the fashion industry.

The environmentalists’ spirit of engagement and commitment to environmental action runs through the very DNA of Replay. Throughout its history, the brand has always focused on true design innovation and the Laserblast L.I.F.E. collection is an extension of this unconventional mindset.

Since its first appearance in the seventies, Replay has honoured its heritage and reinterpreted clothing from the past bringing in the latest manufacturing technology. The result of which has given a strong sense of modernity to its signature aesthetic. A leader in denim innovation, Replay attracts consumers who are looking for investment and quality and will largely appeal to the denim purist who recognises the authenticity of garments via small details.

The outstanding feature in the new Replay Laserblast L.I.F.E. collection consists in a dyeing process with natural pigments of mineral origin. The pulverized rock imbues the fabric with a distinctive faux vintage appeal thanks to a fine variegation of hues. The two styles for men, the slimfit Anbass and the regular fit Waitom, present a selection of options as to fabric, treatment, wash. For women the skinny Luz and the boy fit Pilar jeans come in three different types of wash.

Both the Laserblast L.I.F.E collection and the striking campaign have launched globally and Glasgow shoppers can see them first hand in the Replay concept store appropriately placed on the city’s style mile - where the innovative styling of the collection is mirrored in the cutting edge design and impactful industrial décor of the store.

Replay, Italian Centre, 162-166 Ingram St, G1 1DN, Tel: 0141 552 8000, www.replay.it

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WOMEN’S FASHION Focus. Finds. Flair

I-ON LOVES… the strong retro feel to many high street swimwear collections. This ‘50s style from Primark is great for keeping curves under control or for adding some femininity to more athletic frames. Splash out £8 for the top and £5 for the bottoms and it’s yours. Primark, 56 Argyle St, G2 8AG, Tel: 0141 229 1343.

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Brighten up last year’s beachwear with a statement necklace like this Rave Days stone collar, £22 from Accessorize.

Great for ramping up the glamour factor on a hot summer night or for adding bling to your bikini while posing poolside at an exclusive beach club.

Buchanan Galleries, 55-79 Buchanan St, G1 3HL, Tel: 0141 248 9511.

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WATCH IT Looking for some subtle sparkle?

Check out this sophisticated and glamorous rose gold chronograph Watchalicious piece from Folli Follie. Available in a bracelet or leather strap, the sparkling gems surrounding the dial give a luxe look that whispers rather than shouts.

Prices start at £225. Folli Follie, St Enoch Centre, 55 St Enoch Sq, G1 4BW, Tel: 0141 221 7730.

FABULOUS FIND To celebrate the Commonwealth Games, Fabulous Black has created a new limited edition Botanic Flora silk scarf, designed and hand-screen printed here in Glasgow.

Featuring a unique design inspired by the city’s Botanic Gardens - the centrepiece being the iconic Kibble Palace - each silk twill square measures 80 x 80 cms, comes in three colourways and costs £110. Buy and view online at www.fabulousblack.com

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THE FUTURE’S ORANGE Give your summer look a pop of colour with this vivid orange Floriano leather bag, £50 from Oliver Bonas. Featuring a drawstring tie topped off with four tassels and a magnetic popper closure, the long strap is adjustable and can be worn on the shoulder or across the body. Oliver Bonas, 243-245 Byres Rd, G12 8UB, Tel: 0141 339 0100.

FESTIVAL FOOTING With some weathermen claiming this summer will be a scorcher, 2014 may be the year to leave the festival wellies at home and swap them for Office’s great selection of blinged up sliders and sandals.

Starting at £20, the range is ideal for festival Glampers and dancers alike. Office, 50 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 3JL, Tel: 0141 248 8346.

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STRIDE AHEAD Summer styling needn’t be all skater skirts and pretty dresses, not with so many cool trouser options around.

Whether cropped, harem or palazzo in style, go bold as per this look from River Island to make a statement as you stride around town. Monochrome trousers £35, abstract top £28. River Island, 20-24 Argyle St, G2 8AD, Tel: 0844 395 1006.

ABS WORK Don’t give up on those crunches girls. The crop top is here to stay. Most are pretty skimpy but we like this one from Topshop, £38, as it’s casual enough to wear with boyfriend jeans but smart enough to team with a stretchy pencil skirt for that sexy secretary look. The necklace detail is an added bonus. Topshop, 8 Argyle St, G2 8BJ, Tel: 0141 221 4164.

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HEAVEN SENT Angel has always been a bit of a Marmite fragrance in the i-on office but the latest version, Angel Eau Sucre, had more lovers than loathers.

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With a little piece of downtime topping the agenda, a spa day at Stobo was the perfect escape for my partner and I, and a midweek treat was probably the right way to go to avoid the general busyness associated with weekends.

Included in the Blissful package is a back massage, facial, full use of the spa facilities, a three course lunch and optional fitness and aqua classes if you can’t resist. We could, and before our two 25 minute treatments, we spent the day chilling in the hydro spa and enjoying the facilities at our own leisurely pace. So chilled were we that we stayed fully robed for lunch and, although some of our fellow diner were fully clothed, Stobo is laidback enough to feel like anything goes. Lunch was a plentiful affair with a great choice of meat, charcuterie, fish, salads and indulgent desserts, after which we retired to the outside hot tub given that the sun was shining on our visit. Life really is bliss.

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I-ON HOMES photos ∙ Susie Lowe

With an eye for colour and creativity, Colin Lipsey’s Victorian conversion is not only one of the West End’s most beautiful homes but the inspiration behind his new business.

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ne look at Colin Lipsey’s West End home and you know this is a man who knows how to make an impact. From his assertive yet well considered accents of colour to his skilled use of textures, Colin clearly knows how to make a room pop. “I’m an event designer so I’m used to making a statement,” explains Colin.

Colin’s company Display Works, which he set up with business partner Patrick Canning almost 30 years ago, specialises in retail display and visual merchandising but with interiors a shared passion, the duo recently added a new string to the company’s bow – roomworks.org, which gives clients’ homes a makeover working with the furniture and accessories the client already owns.

LIVING ROOM I think it’s sensible to have basic neutral colours for sofas, carpets and walls to allow other accessories to contrast or tone and to allow you to create calming and relaxing spaces in your home.

The sofas are from Sofa Workshop with two sets of covers; black for winter and beige for summer. The living room looks onto a bowling green and gets the sun most of the day so it’s very calm and peaceful.

Our favourite piece is a mahogany wall unit left to us by an elderly neighbour. We call it Mrs Gibb after her.

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“It’s been inspired by my own experience of having lived in my home for over 30 years and constantly reinventing the look and feel. I’m the original ‘don’t move improve’ advocate,” says Colin.

And if the home which he shares with long term partner Mark is an example of the job he’ll do for clients, they’ll be in very experienced hands.

“I used to be worse than I am now, changing colours and reorganising things all the time but I’m a bit calmer now and maybe change things every six months or so - not major items, just moving accessories or changing the furniture and pictures around and working with what we have.”

As the property is a Victorian conversion, it can’t be structurally altered although over the years it’s enjoyed a number of Colin’s more significant creative makeovers with the kitchen being replaced twice, the bathroom redesigned and a dressing room created from the smaller bedroom upstairs.

“We used builders that had been recommended to us for the bathroom and dressing room and fortunately one of our best friends is a kitchen designer so it was

KITCHEN We love eating in our kitchen which we couldn’t really do before as it felt too cramped and small. Since the re fit it feels a lot bigger and much more comfortable.

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all pretty straightforward. He had a lot of great ideas about maximising the space, removing a cupboard and lowering the floor to give more height in the kitchen,” says Colin.

“The living room also once had a raised platform which split the room by about a third and this was where the dining table was but we got rid of it as it was looking dated.”

With a mix of new and inherited furniture, including Sofa Workshops’ seating and a treasured wall unit left to them by an old neighbour along with candlesticks bought in Oslo and vases found in Toronto, the property has a classic but contemporary feel throughout, thanks in part to Colin’s confident use of accent colours.

“All our big ticket pieces are in a neutral colour to allow us to change the colour of lamps, cushions, throws, etc. and the walls have similar neutral colours but each space has its own pop of colour. In the living room it’s yellow, the bedroom and kitchen are both lime green, the hall is pink and orange and the shower room is turquoise. It sounds awful when you say it all at once but I think it works.

“We also have black sisal flooring throughout which was a major decision as we thought it might make the flat feel smaller but in fact it actually feels bigger now.”

The bedroom, which is one of Colin’s favourite rooms is cool, calm and highly coveted.

“It overlooks our back garden with no neighbours to look onto, which is very unusual for the West End. It’s also very calm and decorated in grey and taupe with splashes of lime green from accessories, one of my favourite colours.”

BEDROOM Our comfy bed is from Feather and Black and has been a great investment. We collect accessories from everywhere from abroad to home and shops from Conran and Heals to Next and Ikea.

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INTERIORS NEWS Ideas. Innovations. Inspiration

I-ON LOVES… the Amber & Rose fragranced candle from Shearer Candles.

Handmade in Scotland, the fragrance is from an extensive range including Orange Blossom and George Michael’s favourite, Persian Lime. Just as pleasing as the smell is the price - starting at £3.50 for a small candle tin with a 20 hour burn time. Shearer Candles can be found at The Candle Store, 23 Robert St, G51 3HB, or at www.shearer-candles.com

HARE TODAY Hares are enjoying a bit of an interiors ‘moment’ with a starring role in everything from art to side tables. This painterly Hare cushion from Dobbies is £35. Dobbies, 75 Kings Inch Dr, G51 4FB, Tel: 0141 886 8660.

WELL SERVED If you do like to be beside the seaside you’ll love these nautical striped salad servers, £17.95 from Coastal Home.

Not a salad fan? Use them for serving spaghetti and other pasta dishes instead. Buy online at www.coastalhome.co.uk

ON THE WALL Who said art is best enjoyed indoors? Not the clever people at Insideout Garden Art whose canvases are made from weatherproof materials to decorate outdoor spaces year round. The canvas shown is 75cm x75cm and costs £129 including delivery. www.insideout-gardenart.co.uk

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DINNER @ HYDE BAR & DINING words ∙ Victoria Martin ∙ photos ∙ Susie Lowe

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Since our usual takeaway sadly doesn’t deliver wine or cocktails, we grabbed our umbrellas and went on the hunt for some dining inspiration.

Bored with our usual haunts, we decided to be adventurous and try new bar and restaurant Hyde which is nestled snugly at the junction of Byres Road and Dumbarton Road.

Upon grabbing a comfortable, roomy booth in the bar area, a bottle of Pinot Grigio, £16.95, was swiftly ordered and promptly delivered to the table. The Hyde menu is an appetising mix of seafood including lobster and oysters, steaks from the grill and hearty mains such as pulled pork and fish ‘n’ chips.

To start, we shared the grilled king prawns, £8.50, and a sunblush tomato tart, £5.50. The prawns, served in their shells, were well worth the extra effort to undress them.

Likewise, the tart was light and the filling was flavoursome and surprisingly zingy.

For mains I went for the sea bream, which was cooked to perfection and served with some delicious crab crushed potatoes, £10. My partner in crime went for the lamb leg steak, £15, cooked in Moroccan spices and served with spiced cous cous and a tasty vegetable tagine.

Claire was making all the right noises to suggest that she was more than enjoying her lamb dish so, in the interest of a thoroughly rounded experience, I cheekily pinched a forkful and made some appreciative noises of my own.

We succumbed to temptation and ordered dessert in the form of sticky toffee pudding and another tart, this time chocolate. Now, I’m something of a sticky toffee pudding

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SUNSHINE? FRIENDS? WUDON! connoisseur and can honestly say it was up there with the best I’ve tried. The chocolate tart was also top notch and although we didn’t clear our plates, this was in no way an indication of any kind of dislike, simply that our jeans wouldn’t have been able to take the strain of another spoonful.

We decided a cheeky nightcap was the only thing standing between two sufficiently stuffed girls and our taxi home so a Hyde ‘n’ Seek and a Lychee Martini were our picks from the impressive cocktail list.

The friendly staff at Hyde was attentive without being overbearing and happy to help this indecisive duo make some thoroughly good choices.

We gave ourselves a little pat on the back at making such a good dining choice that evening and, as we toddled off home in the rain slightly tipsy from the wine and cocktails combination, we could only ponder as to why our choices in men weren’t ever quite as successful…

Hyde Bar & Dining, 9-17 Partick Bridge St, G11 6PN, Tel: 0141 334 9568.

Mix the above to create a delicious receipe for a wonderful day! Take away healthy sushi, fresh salads and tasty rice dishes to create a perfect picnic in the park.

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TAKE THREE

Dining outdoors in Glasgow can go from al fresco to all freezing but with this summer set to be a scorcher, we thought we’d risk a chilly reception and suggest a trio of outdoor eating destinations for your delectation.

City Café Bar & Grill With one of the city’s largest outdoor terraces, the Hilton Garden Inn’s City Café gets mighty busy when the sun shines and you may have to be patient as terrace tables can’t be pre-booked. The wait is worth it though, with good food on offer and even better river views.

Good for… a get together with friends or a pre-concert nibble and tipple.

Expect to pay… £5 for starters, £12 for mains and £19.50 for a bottle of house wine.

Anything else? Service can be on the slow side but all the more time to catch the rays.

Finnieston Quay, G3 8HN, Tel: 0141 227 1010.

Citation Unlike some city centre al fresco areas, Citation’s is a good size and off the main shopping drag so you won’t feel you’re sitting in a goldfish bowl. Privately owned, this Merchant City favourite is big on service and the comprehensive menu means most tastes are catered for.

Good for… escaping shoppers while remaining in the city centre.

Expect to pay… £9.25 for moules frites, £6.50 for a burger and £15.95 for a bottle of house wine.

Anything else? It’s a good day-to-night venue so venture indoors to keep the party going.

40 Wilson St, G1 1HD, Tel: 0141 559 6799.

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Waverley Tea Room This Southside sun trap is well used throughout the year but comes into its own in the summer months when the terrace tables spill over with diners and drinkers. Weekend brunch is particularly popular with locals so if you spot a table, nab it quick.

Good for… families as kids are welcome and there’s an indoor soft play area.

Expect to pay… £7.99 for a burger, £8.99 for wild mushroom risotto and £14.95 for a bottle of house wine.

Anything else? Good cocktail range and they offer ‘sharers’ in teapots for £12.50.

18 Moss Side Rd, G41 3TN. Tel: 0845 659 5903.

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FOOD NEWS Sound bites

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With late night opening until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays, we’re casual enough to feel comfortable, smart enough to feel special.

Confirmed carnivores will feast on www.scotchbeefandlamb.com which is packed full of advice on sourcing, storing and cooking Scotch beef. Produced by Quality Meat Scotland, the website also features a selection of recipes along with the Perfect Roasts and Steaks app which has plenty of tips including the touch test for the perfectly cooked steak.

LIQUID SUNSHINE Horton’s Bar & Kitchen 92 West George Street Glasgow, G2 1PH Tel: 0141 331 4111 www.hortonsglasgow.co.uk

Coconuts from Glasgow? Well, almost as Go Coco coconut water is the latest product from the city’s Freedom Brands. Best served ice cold, coconut water is nature’s energy drink with five naturally occurring electrolytes and more potassium than a banana. It also mixes well with golden rum. www.gococodrinks.com

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I-ON LOVES… Scotland’s latest artisan spirit, NB Gin. Reassuringly classic and uncompromising on quality, NB Gin is delicious straight up but we loved the NB Rose cocktail. Serve the gin over ice with a dash of Angostura bitters, a splash of rose lemonade and garnish with a wedge of orange – delicate yet vibrant and pretty close to perfection.

Visit www.nbgin.com or Tel: 0845 4674547 for stockists and cocktail ideas.

PICK UP A PICNIC Make your al fresco escape in true Italian style with a Carluccio’s picnic hamper. Each hamper, £45, serves two and contains regional Italian dishes made fresh on the day and presented in a reusable cool bag. In Italy picnics tend to be a family affair – something Carluccio’s hasn’t forgotten with their addition of a children’s picnic, available for £10.

Carluccio’s, 7 West Nile St, G1 2PR, Tel: 0141 248 1166.

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Great stuff. Drygate Brewing Co., 85 Drygate, G4 0UT, Tel: 0141 212 8810.

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SOCIAL DRINKING Look out for Heverlee’s distinctive blue Belgian bikes on 24 and 25 July, which can be summoned via Twitter to deliver a refreshing ‘HeverleeSent’ pick-me-up. Scanning Twitter for those in need of a well-earned pint, Heverlee’s cyclists will descend on the city centre to offer surprises to those who least expect it - or those who tweet them a good reason for needing one - including vouchers for the brand’s authentic Belgian beer, to be redeemed at a nearby bar. For more information follow @heverleebeer

HERE COMES SUMMER Brutti ma Buoni at The Brunswick Hotel is serving up a special summer experience weekdays between 5pm8pm in association with Italian drinks brand Aperol. With entertainment every night, Aperol Spritz priced £5 and small plates only £2.95 (during promotional times) it’s a little taste of the Med in the heart of the Merchant City.

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Give a hand to the 23rd annual International Left-Handers Day on 13 August. If you’re a leftie then you are in good company with famous left-handers including Prince William, Angelina Jolie, Barack Obama, Lady Gaga, Morgan Freeman, Justin Bieber and Oprah Winfrey.

We all scream for ice cream

Research carried out by the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation has found that the flavour of ice cream you pick can say a lot about your personality.

Studies have found that vanilla lovers are easily suggestible and impulsive whilst chocolate indulgers are flirtatious, seductive and charming. But watch out for the argumentative mint choc chip choosers and beware of any aggressive rocky road rebels.

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If you’re visiting Glasgow for the first time, understanding the ‘weegie’ (Glaswegian) dialect is as important as ensuring you’re prepared for experiencing four seasons in one day. This essential tongue-in-cheek guide will help if you ‘huvnae a scooby’ (don’t have a clue) what the locals are saying.

Ya dancer – A celebratory response from someone when presented with a positive outcome to a situation such as discovering a fiver (five pound note) in their pocket they didn’t realise they had.

Gaun yersel – A shout of encouragement you’re likely to hear at The Games, i.e. “Gaun yersel Michael Jamieson”.

Haud yer wheesht – If someone asks you to ‘haud yer wheesht’, they are kindly requesting you to quieten down if it’s not too much trouble.

Belter – A ‘belter’ is the commonly used term to describe something as being great, for example “It’s a belter of a day”.

Taps Aff – On the rare occasion the sunshine puts in appearance in Glasgow, some men are known to go ‘tapps aff’, meaning the removal of their tops regardless of the condition of their physique.

Swally – The consumption of an alcoholic beverage or two with some friends in a licensed venue is affectionately known as ‘going for a swally’.

Hoachin’ – If somewhere is busy, it would be described as being ‘hoachin’ and is often preceded by the word ‘pure’, meaning extremely, i.e. “Buchanan Street was pure hoachin”.

Stoatin doon – Sadly, no matter the time of year, rain is never too far away in Glasgow. It is said to be ‘stoatin doon’, when heavy rain is bouncing off the ground.

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