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Men’s Fashion Autumn Trends Page 18 Women’s fashion Autumn Trends Page 15

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CONTENTS

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3 | NEWS FLASH Local news & events 9 | WIN! WIN! WIN! A Family Photoshoot with a 16” x 12” print worth £70 for two lucky readers!

10 | HEALTH NEWS A round up of the latest health news 11 | GET FIT IN 30 MINUTES! Fit4Her gym arrives in town 12 | STRICTLY FUN FITNESS MB Body Motive introduces Strictly Come Dancing inspired ‘FitSteps®’ 15 | WOMEN’S FASHION TRENDS Discover the latest fashion trends 18 | MEN’S FASHION Sophie Rogers rounds up men’s fashion for the Autumn season 20 | 40 YEARS FOR GABICCI Menswear brand celebrates

20 | KID’S CORNER Children’s fashion must-haves 24 | BEAUTY BASICS Autumn must-haves by Sophia Law 25 | HYDRATION IS KEY Michelle Walkes teaches us the key to healthier skin care & hydration 26 | SISTERS IN BUSINESS Lauren & Beth Jackson 30 | A PROMISING AUTHOR LQ meets the talented Simon Briggs 30 | A TALENTED POET LQ interviews Deanna Jackson 30| WHAT’S ON? Your local ‘What’s on?’ guide 32 | CHRISTMAS WRAPPED UP Gift ideas from local retailers 33 | WAITROSE RECIPES Tasty recipe ideas for home cooking

Hello and welcome to the Autumn issue of LQ Magazine.

In this edition, we have so much to celebrate.

So many local businesses are experiencing great success due to the support that they receive from local people! I also had the chance to meet inspirational people once again in the local area, and I’m sure you’ll be inspired to. We would also like to thank readers and advertisers for their continued support in making this magazine possible.

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NEWS

NEWS FLASH LQ’S ROUND-UP OF LOCAL NEWS

AUTUMN ARRIVES! Once again, this issue is jam-packed with lots of local news and great local people.

There are discounts for you readers, so don’t miss out!

SARAH, JOURNALIST

A massive thank you goes out to Sarah for being a great friend and support for LQ Magazine.

It’s great to be able to say that we’ve had a long hot Summer, and now it’s time to embrace Autumn!

Once again, we have some fantastic special offers for you readers.

In this latest edition, award-winning photographers, Beck Photographic, are kindly giving away a ‘Family Photoshoot Experience’ (feel free to attend with family or friends if you win), with a 16” x 12” print worth £70 for two lucky readers! (Page 7).

Also this issue, Qi Spa is offering a massive 50% off for LQ readers for 60 & 75-minute luxury facials - the perfect treat for you or a loved one!

(See page 25). Enjoy!

Betty Barclay

MELISSA, EDITOR

PETE, PHOTOGRAPHER

Pete showcases his skills with a photoshoot at Fit4Her Boutique Gym ( see page 11 & 26).

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SOPHIE, JOURNALIST

Sophie updates us on the latest Autumn fashion trends and must-haves for men (see page 20).

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Sophia selects the best products and must-haves for the Autumn season (see page 22).

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NEW SHOPS

ARRIVE!

Wellingborough town centre is thriving with the arrival of two stores in town!

Trespass stocks a great range of men’s and women’s performance outdoor clothing and equipment. There is more than 100 Trespass stores now in operation throughout the United Kingdom, along with a number of stores across Europe and one in Dubai.

Shake-a-shake is also new to the centre.

The shake bar has an extensive range of milkshakes for all tastes including chocolate, sweets, soda, biscuit and cereal, healthy boosters, fresh fruit, and even dairy free shakes!

A NEW GYM!

Fit4her is a new ladies boutique gym recently opened in Wellingborough!

The gym offers a 30 minute total body workout which works every major muscle group in your body.

Sisters, Lauren & Beth Jackson are excited with their new venture, experiencing great results in their very first month. The gym is open 7 days a week. Find out more about Fit4Her on page 11.

‘STRICTLY’ DANCES

INTO TOWN

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ark Bailey of MB Body Motive leads the way with the brand new dance workout craze ‘FitSteps.® The workout was created by Strictly Come Dancing’s Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite, and Mark Bailey was personally trained by them to become one of the first accredited instructors in the UK! FitSteps® classes with MB Body Motive will take place in various locations throughout Northamptonshire.

(See page 12 for more information and class times).

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NEWS

For the finest teas & coffees, visit Irvin’s House of Flavour 5 High Street, Wellingborough, NN8 4HR

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YEARS: CELEBRATION FOR IRVIN’S HOUSE OF FLAVOUR

n September, Caroline & Trevor Pink celebrate 11 years with their Tea and Coffee Specialist business in Wellingborough. The unique and remarkable shop supplies a vast array of teas and coffees from all over the world.

What’s the secret behind their continued success? “We love what we do and we’ve stayed committed.

We’ve not compromised the quality of what we do,” Caroline explains.

“We’ve built up close relationships with lots of people. We’re immensely proud of being able to do that for Wellingborough.”

Their extensive knowledge of teas and coffees makes your shopping experience a friendly and educational visit. If you’re unsure of what tea or coffee to buy, they supply teas at 50g sizes so you can try it – you don’t have to buy a large amount.

Caroline and Trevor always go that extra mile to please their customers. “We have a lot of customers who know that they can get their gifts sorted.

Whatever they want to put together, we create for them. We create unique gifts for their budget. We tailor to their budgets, and we don’t charge people for the gift wrapping.”

Most importantly, at Irvin’s, they have an admirable work ethic sourcing only the very best teas and coffees from around the world, and supporting charities in other countries as well as in the UK. Caroline explains: “For us it’s about investing in estates – coffee and tea estates. It should be an everyday occurrence, not just special things. It’s about building, educating and encouraging people to buy. People are really embracing making their own good quality tea at home themselves, and people are realising how costeffective it is to make your own.”

They are extremely grateful for the immense support shown to them. “We’re really thankful for all the customers who have supported us over the years. It’s brought a lot of people from a whole cross section into Wellingborough. We care for and respect our customers and like working with people.”

Their dedication has certainly paid off, and at LQ, we would like to wish them a happy 11th anniversary!

ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING!

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hen you meet Ian Monah, you can certainly see the likeness to the King of Rock and Roll almost immediately, and as we discover, the similarities don’t just stop at his looks Ian also sounds like his idol too!

Ian first sang with the church choir. He explains: “I’ve always loved Elvis. I sang Amazing Grace at a school performance.”

Family helped Ian realise his full potential. “I was painting a room for my brother-in-law singing along to Elvis and my sister-in-law was listening to me.”

Whilst at a family get-together, he was asked to get up and sing, and he’s been singing ever since!

Ian now has a portable PA system so that he can sing to anyone, anywhere. He’s

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now becoming a much-loved local icon.

Recently Ian performed for the NSPCC charity event at the Railway Club, in which £1500 was raised.

Despite his talent, Ian is still humble, and says: “There will only ever be one Elvis.

I may have a similar hairstyle, but that’s where the similarity ends. I always say to the people who come to see me ‘if you’re going to throw tomatoes at me, can you please take them out of the tin first.”

It’s this sense of humour that makes Ian even more endearing and we look forward to a bright future for him.

Come along and see Ian perform on Sunday 15th September at Fox & Hounds, 32 Gold St, Wellingborough, NN8 4QY at 3pm and 7pm. please mention lq magazine when you visit advertisers

NEWS

IA’S ROSY LEE TEA ROOM

LQ Magazine was excited to meet with Ria to discover the lovely new tearoom in town... tearoom certainly takes you back in time, and the unique decor helps set the scene along with music from the 50’s and 60’s. Impressively, all the teas are supplied locally from Irvin’s House of Flavour.

Images of Audrey Hepburn and Breakfast at Tiffany’s immediately spring to mind upon my arrival, and I thoroughly enjoy my Pai Mu Tan Tea - a rare white tea that can only be picked at a certain time of the year, on frost-free days in April.

You will definitely be spoilt for choice during your visit - there is 22 teas and six coffees to choose from, as well as a tea and coffee of the month.

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he delightful new tearoom, Ria’s Rosy Lee has a vintage, and homely atmosphere. Situated on Cambridge Street, Wellingborough, it’s the ideal place to visit for afternoon tea.

“At the beginning of the year, people were saying there isn’t a lot of tea rooms in Wellingborough, so I decided to do something about it,” Ria explains. “It’s a concept vintage tea room. I want people to come in and feel like they’re in someone’s Ria’s passion and experience with living room - somewhere cosy baking has seen her bring those skills where you can relax.” The quaint to the tearoom. “I make all the cakes

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For a unique tea experience, visit Ria’s Rosy Lee Tea Room 7 Cambridge St, Wellingborough, NN8 1DJ

homemade, and I can cater to a lot of dietary requirements.”

Aside from the tearoom, there is also a room upstairs available to hire for private functions or even a tea party!

With prices starting from as little as £1.80 for a pot of tea, cakes from £1.50, and biscuits from £1, it’s definitely worth the visit.

COME AND JOIN THE CELEBRATIONS AT JUST FOR YOU, RUSHDEN

ust For You, Rushden celebrates its 1st birthday on Saturday 28th September from 10am - 5pm.

It has been an interesting and exciting year, and they would like to thank all their customers for their support.

Just For You Owner, Mandy O’Neill says: “We would like to invite our customers, and those who haven’t visited us before to join us in celebrating one year of trading.”

“Our special offers include 10% off everything in store for one day only.”

Why not take advantage and make a start on your Christmas shopping? Therapists and readers will be there for you to meet and have a chat with them. Book a taster reading, or therapy at a special price of £10 for 20 minutes. Tarot/Palm readings, Clairvoyance, Reiki, Massage and Reflexology are all available by appointment. Book early as availability is limited.

Complimentary refreshments will also be available on the day, so come along and enjoy the celebrations.

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WIN!

LQ Magazine has teamed up with Beck Photographic to offer two lucky readers the chance to win a 16’’ x 12” print worth £70!

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eck Photographic are a fabulous established photography studio with an impressive portfolio (including photography for Lewis Hamilton), and they are the only photographers in Northamptonshire to be approved by Trading Standards.

They are kindly giving two lucky readers the chance to win a ‘Family Photoshoot’ with a 16’’ x 12” print worth £70!

To be in with a chance to win a Family Photoshoot Experience complete with a 16” x 12” print worth £70, simply answer the following:

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Which famous Formula One Racing Driver was once photographed by Beck Photographic? a) Lewis Hamilton b) Jenson Button c) Michael Schumacher Email your entry along with your name and contact details to mel@lqmagazine.co.uk. You can also enter quickly and easily online at www.lqmagazine. com via our competition section. All entries must be received by Thursday 31st October 2013. All entrants agree to us using their details and passing them on to Beck Photographic. To opt out simply enter ‘no mail.’

Entrants must be 18 or over. Good Luck!

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HEALTH

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The Bach’s Rescue Remedy is a safe and natural product range helping you through the stresses and challenges of everyday life, and restoring inner calm.

Dr. Bach discovered it in the 1920-30th in England.

The remedies gently restore the balance between Sleep is vital, yet many people have trouble falling asleep. mind and body by casting out negative emotions, If you need a relaxing and restful sleep, Sleepwell herbal tea such as, fear, worry, hatred and indecision. The provides a 100% natural soothing blend of lemon balm, remedies are made from wild flowers and are lemon verbana, peppermint, chamomile flowers, orange safe for the whole family blossoms and lemongrass including pets! Just For to help you rest. The herbal You, Rushden stock the tea is available from Irvin’s Bach Rescue Remedy range House of Flavour, 5 High and you can collect a FREE Street, Wellingborough.

THE LATEST HEALTH NEWS sample in store to try it for Remember the use of teas is LQ highlights the key products, tips and not a substitute for doctor’s yourself! (See page 9 for advice for your health diagnosis and care. address details).

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HEALTH

Fit4her is open 7 days a week! Visit www.fit4her.co.uk for further information

FIT4HER GET FIT IN 30 MINUTES!

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it4her is the new ladies boutique gym run by sisters, Lauren & Beth Jackson, offering a fabulous range of facilities & equipment across two spacious floors on Market Street, Wellingborough. The stylish & friendly gym offers a 30 minute circuit workout made up of resistance machines that work every major muscle group in your body, giving you a safe and effective total body workout in just 30 minutes!

Located on the second floor is a fitness suite with more specialised equipment including treadmills, rowers, steppers, bikes, and weights for the ultimate workout.

They also run Zumba, Abdominal, and Boot Camp classes, as well as offering Personal & Nutritional Training for a fun, unique and tailored experience.

There’s no need to feel intimidated about going to the gym; the warm welcoming team, incredibly friendly atmosphere, and beautifully decorated interiors at Fit4her will have you feeling at ease. After all, it isn’t your average fitness club – it’s different!

“We’re a boutique gym which means that we’re small & personal,” Lauren explains. “We know all of our members that come in here by name. We know what they want to do and we know what they want to work, and we can help them achieve that.” It’s this personal approach that has made Fit4her succeed remarkably so far, achieving a 100% success rate. “Every single one of our ladies has lost weight. We’ve even had some ladies lose up to nearly two stone in one month which is great!”

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HEALTH

STRICTLY

FUN FITNESS

Fitsteps gives you a full body workout.

It’s great for general fitness, muscular strength, as well as working your core.

With MB Body Motive

Strictly Come Dancing Stars Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite have teamed up with six-time world champion swimmer Mark Foster to create FitSteps® – an incredibly unique fun dance and fitness programme. The hot new dance fitness craze has now arrived in Northamptonshire with MB Body Motive leading the way...

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uring the long, arduous dance training sessions that are an integral part of Britain’s most successful entertainment show, ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, Natalie Lowe, Ian Waite and Mark Foster formed a great idea.

They decided to mix together, for the first time, the graceful steps of Ballroom and the up-tempo steps of the Latin dances to create a really fun, energetic and effective way to get fit fast that would appeal to everyone, even if they couldn’t dance.

After working closely with a group of hand picked fitness professionals to ensure that the programme really delivers great fitness results, FitSteps® was born – a dance fitness programme that is ‘so much fun you don’t even realise you’re getting fit!’

FitSteps is based around twelve of the most popular

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ballroom and Latin dances. The workout combines dances such as the Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa, Jive, Quickstep, Waltz, Paso Doble, Samba, and Tango, making it a fun and energetic experience from start to finish. The dances have been designed to work for all age groups, and all levels of ability and fitness!

Mark Bailey of MB Body Motive is one of the first accredited instructors in the UK trained personally by Natalie and Ian, and this will be one of the very first official FitSteps® classes available in our local area.

Mark explains: “It was great meeting Natalie & Ian. They’re really lovely people. What they’re trying to do is get people active and spread that passion of dance.”

“I was delighted to become a FitSteps® Pioneer and I am sure that you will love this new class.

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Mark Bailey (c entre) with Ian Waite & Na talie Lowe

FITSEPS® CLASS TIMES The great thing about it is that despite learning real dance moves, you don’t need a dance partner or previous dance experience.”

“It appeals to everyone. You just have to want to get fit and have fun. If you love Zumba then you’ll love FitSteps.®”

“If you love Zumba then you’ll love FitSteps.®” With health problems such as obesity, arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure and cardiorespiratory failure on the rise, it’s more important now than ever to exercise and keep fit and healthy.

In spite of the success of other popular dance fitness workouts, there is a still significant gap between the numbers who need to exercise and socialise and those who do. The need for a popular, fun, easy to learn, socially orientated, exercise class is huge, and FitSteps® certainly ticks all the right boxes!

For more information on FitSteps® classes with MB Body Motive, please visit www.mbbodymotive.co.uk or contact Mark on 07949 126324

Classes cost £4 Booking is essential Day Classes Every Monday (Except Bank Holidays) (from 16th September) 9:30am – 10:15am The Silver Band Club, 4 Queen Street, Earls Barton NN6 0LN Evening Classes Every Wednesday (from 11th September) 7:00pm – 8:00pm Latimer School Sports Hall, Castle Way, Barton Seagrave, Kettering NN15 6ST (Entrance via fire exit opposite entrance to community centre) Every Thursday (from 12th September) 7:00pm – 8:00pm Glamis Hall, Goldsmith Road, Wellingborough NN8 3RU Every Monday (Except Bank Holidays) (from 16th September) 7:45pm – 8:45pm The Victoria Centre, Palk Road, Wellingborough NN8 1HR Magazine | 13

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NEWS

LLIE’S JOURNEY

During August, Ollie Dedhar fulfilled a Bennett’s Bikers Dream, motorcycling through several countries across Europe to raise money for Help For Heroes...

On August 3rd, Ollie set off on the journey of a lifetime. “I started off crossing over into France and camping in Calais for the first night before heading further south to Beaune for the second night. Sadly on the third day, something hit the radiator and put a hole in it causing the bike to overheat severely and breaking down in the Mont Blanc tunnel, not once but twice! Scary stuff!”

“I was stranded in Italy for a few days.

I was able to source a new radiator in the UK and have it sent over to me. My cousin lived 160km away from me in Geneva, Switzerland so

I decided to have the radiator sent to her and made my way over there with the bike to repair it. With thanks to the people following the trip on Facebook and videos on YouTube, I was able to bodge fix the rad by flushing it through and putting black pepper in to block the hole (crazy!!) - it did the trick and I steadily got to Switzerland.”

“Due to the problems with the radiator, I unfortunately lost a week of the journey but persevered onto the North of Switzerland and continued up through Germany, spending the first night in Frankfurt - great sausages!”

Overall, Ollie had a great experience motorcycling throughout Europe and supporting a great cause.

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et set and ready for the next fashion show at Swansgate Shopping Centre, Wellingborough, on Saturday 28th September at 11am and 2pm.

Models will be taking to the catwalk to showcase seasonal must-have fashion items, looks, trends and colour schemes for both adults and children. Stores taking part and showcasing outfits include New Look, Peacocks, M&Co, and Bon Marche.

Fashion experts and hair stylists will be on hand once again throughout the day to offer advice and tips, and the LQ Magazine team will also be present on the day to support the event. We look forward to seeing everyone on the day.

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FASHION

We get ready to embrace Autumn with a mixture of dark prints, pastel shades and khaki! There’s so much to mix & match this season!

The Betty Barclay range is available from Warwicks, Wellingborough.

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TRENDS LQ Magazine | 15

FASHION

PUNK

ROCK

DARK

FLORALS

Go to the dark side with floral prints for the Autumn season

Tartan print and all-black combinations are on trend this season!

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ur favourite trend has gone to the dark side!

Re-vamp this beloved print with your favourite Autumn colours including black, navy and grey.

Team the look with a pair of boots and you’re already rocking the trend.

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hat 70s trend is slowly returning, and this year, it’s all about the punk look. From tartan print to all-black combinations and bold accessories, it’s super easy to wear this trend and re-live the younger days!

SHOP THIS TREND FROM SWANSGATE SHOPPING CENT RE, WELLINGBOROUGH

FASHION MUST-HAVES Claire’s, £7 (bracelet) M & Co, £35 New Look, £12.99

Bon Marche, £20

LQ LOVES

Select, £14

Claire’s, £4.50 (clip)

LQ LOVES Peacocks, £16

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FASHION

DELICATE

CHIC

Camouflage is a key trend for Autumn!

Khaki is back and it’s hotter than ever!

KHAKI

It’s not all about dark colours this season - pastels shades are back!

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inter doesn’t have to be all about your darker shades this year, a hot trend for 2013 is Delicates.

You can keep your soft summer pastels close, and update your wardrobe with soft prints and colour mixes. Simply pair a chiffon blouse with your skinny jeans, or match a pink shirt with black tights for that perfect chic look.

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amo print is back! Do not fear we are not referring to combat trousers a la All Saints. Khaki has always been a staple colour for the colder months, but this year it’s simply hotter than ever. Bring back the camouflage pants and hats, and don’t forget the all-important parka!

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SHOP THIS TREND FROM

FASHION MUST-HAVES Bon Marche, £22.50 Bon Marche, £18

Peacocks, £14

Peacocks, £12

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New Look, £50 M & Co, £24.99

Select, £12

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FASHION

MEN’S FASHION

Sophie Rogers rounds up the latest in fashion for the Autumn season

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TRENDS

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t’s nice to say that we have had a sunny, hot Summer this year – even if it was for only a couple of weeks – but now it’s time to put down the sun lotion and get out the scarfs as Autumn is well and truly on its way.

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White Stuff

For you guys, Autumn/Winter 2013 is all about the jeans. Wear dark blue, baggy jeans - with turn ups at the bottom – with maroon or grey Converse, or skinny jeans with brown or dark blue high-tops. The dark colours match perfectly with the dark colours of the early nights in Winter.

Voi Quest Polo, Red - £40 Voi Rocky Raw Jeans, £75

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FASHION

JUMPER

& JEANS

If you want to go for something a bit more brighter to ‘brighten up the darker days’, wear a bright coloured shirt underneath your jumper to give more colour to the collar and the end of the sleeves.

DARK

COLOURS

Matalan

Pair up your jeans with a jumper with minimal bright colours and slight patterns on certain details; such as the collar or pocket.

White Stuff

Matalan

For great local places to shop men’s fashion please see page 21.

Even you men need some accessories sometimes, so finish off your look with a bright coloured scarf and a backpack. Oh, and don’t forget the beanie hat.

FASHION MUST-HAVES

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YEARS FOR

GABICCI

Italian inspired styling with an air of authority and class, Suede paneling, heavy knitwear and gold detailing feature heavily with a smart casual nod to northern soul.

SMART

CASUAL

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his year Gabicci proudly celebrate their 40th year since opening those basement doors in Maddox St London way back in 1973. Since then, Gabicci has played a huge part in music and youth culture, proudly worn by the likes of the Specials and Bob Marley, more recently Labrinth and Maverick Sabre to name a few.

The definitive Gabicci ‘look’ incorporates Italian MORE INFORMATION inspired styling with an air of authority and class, brought over to the UK by Gabicci founders Jack Sofier and Alex Pyser after a brief vacation in the fashionable Italian town of ‘Gabicce Mare’.

Attention to detail and originality is always at the forefront of every collection. Unique fabrics, buttons and lining, not to mention the heavy Gold ‘G’ that remains such an iconic symbol in so many circles today.

This soulful look is as strong as ever today, with a new generation seeking out heritage brands to fulfill revival trends. Following in the footsteps of the mods, rude boys, suede heads, Rasta’s, northern soul and acid jazz boys, demand for the brand is at an all time high.

To celebrate the brands 40th anniversary, Gabicci has gone way back to its roots and unearthed the archive design books from the very beginning.

This special collection features all the original and iconic detailing you would expect, and that made Gabicci its name during the 70’s and 80’s. Suede paneling, heavy knitwear and gold detailing feature heavily with a smart casual nod to northern soul. Shirts and tailoring keep this collection as authentically ‘mod’ as ever. www.lqmagazine.co.uk

The fabulous Gabicci range is available from Seoni Clothing, Wellingborough. (See below for address details).

FABULOUS PLACES TO SHOP MEN’S FASHION SEONI CLOTHING

5a Cambridge Street Wellingborough, NN8 1DJ T: 01933 270773 Seoni’s is the second oldest independent menswear shop in Wellingborough, Cambridge Street. Other brands available from Seoni include Pepe Jeans, Jack Jones, Voi Jeans, Guide London, & Farah Vintage.

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42 Spring Lane, Wellingborough NN8 1EY, T: 01933 222544 Profile stock a vast number of quality men’s and women’s clothing including well-known name brands including Voi Jeans, Bench, Henleys, Lambretta, & Crosshatch.

WARWICKS

33-39 High St, Wellingborough, NN8 4HW T: 01933 224981 & 8 Lower St Kettering, NN16 8DH, T: 01536 481862 Warwicks are the oldest menswear retailer in Wellingborough trading for 145 years. They stock well-known brands including Superdry, Duck & Cover, White Stuff, Henri Lloyd, Joules, & Ben Sherman.

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FASHION NEWS

KID’S CORNER

LQ rounds up the latest in children’s fashion for Autumn M & Co

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he children have gone back to school so we’ve already kitted them out with school uniform, but we can’t forget about the casual clothes for the change in season. Pair a warm sweater with chinos. High top trainers are stylish and practical for playtime. Swap the sun hat and sun cream for a beanie hat and scarf to prepare for chilly mornings and evenings.

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s we embrace the Autumn season, it’s time to warm up their wardrobes with darker shades and warm fabrics. Knitwear is a massive trend this season so be sure to invest in jumpers, sweaters, and cardigans. Denim is popular this season - pair skinny jeans with a patterned shirt. High top trainers are a popular choice for the girls this season too!

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BEAUTY

HAIR COUTURE TOP HAIR HINTS, TRICKS & TIPS

LQ highlight the key products, tips and advice for healthy, beautiful hair

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EASE

Keep frizzy hair at bay with this new John Frieda Frizz-Ease Dream Curls Enhancing Oil. This lightweight oil and curl boosting elixir is great for hydrating unruly frizzy hair. Just a small amount smoothed through damp hair, section by section is all that is needed to restore your hair to its naturally curly bounce.

NOURISH

YOUR HAIR

Your tresses need nourishment so feed your hair with a nourishing hair mask. Try Lee Stafford’s Argan Oil Deep Nourishing Treatment. The key ingredient of Argan oil adds moisture to your hair promoting healthy hair growth.

It’s a great intensive conditioner that smells great and will leave your hair feeling smooth, silky and healthy. It’s especially ideal for dry/damaged hair, frizzy hair and colour-treated hair.

GLOSS & SHINE If you’re suffering from dry hair – especially after the effects of sun damage – add some gloss and shine with Organix Moroccan Argan Oil Serum (available from Boots, £6.99).

This oil will leave your hair feeling shiny, healthy, soft, and manageable and you only need to use a small amount as a little goes a long way.

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BEAUTY

BEAUTY BASICS TOP BEAUTY TRICKS & TIPS

LQ’s Sophia Law highlights the key products, tips and advice for Autumn I’m back once again with some fabulous beauty buys for this season!

We all love Autumn, and as the Summer draws to an end we look forward to embracing bold colours that will make a loud statement for the season! Here are 5 of my personal picks for Autumn style...

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A bold lipstick is a must for the seasonal style: No.7 Poppy King Lipstick £10.95 (available from Boots)

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Feather earrings are on trend, and at £2.99 from New Look, these Feather Drop Earrings are a bargain! They are also available in 4 vibrant colours, which can be worn with any outfit!

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Fancy a change in colour but feeling too scared? if you don’t want to go for a drastic colour change, why not try the ombre dip dye effect to give your hair colour a boost? L’Oreal has introduced a new dip dye hair range and their 3 ombre choices can help you achieve a warm Autumn feeling in just 25 minutes!

Visit your local hairdressers to achieve the on-trend ombre look.

It’s all about the eyes this season.

Statement eyes and neutral lips? Or Statement lips and neutral eyes? Claire’s Accessories offer this amazing eye shadow palate that caters for both looks! 5 Piece Natural Eye shadow Set £4.50 Perfect!

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BEAUTY

HYDRATION IS KEY

BY MICHELLE WALKES, QI SPA

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ith so many new and advanced creams and serums hitting the skincare market, the simple task of infusing the skin with extra moisture can be overlooked. Too often we’re focused on what can ‘combat’ wrinkles and ‘fight’ aging to take any notice of the natural elixir that can ‘protect’ and ‘defend’ our precious skin. But in actual fact, dehydrated skin is a breeding ground for wrinkles, fine lines and loss of vibrancy.

Here are the cold, watery facts: skin is made up of 70% water, which – alongside ceramides, proteins and lipids – comprises the core skin barrier elements. With age, these levels are depleted, so upping them topically is a very smart move. Using a healthy skin barrier should never be taken for granted. In winter, the signs of an impaired skin barrier are more apparent because of visible dryness and cracking.

A hydrating moisturiser, serum, cream or lotion should be the cornerstone of your anti-aging skincare routine, so that you are adequately topping up the water content that is being lost daily. Here are some helpful tips on how to heighten hydration: Do: Look at your options. Creams serums and oils are particularly effective formulations for aging skin, especially when combined with a balance of lipids including fatty acids, cholesterol and ceramides.

Don’t: Stop wearing sunscreen just because Summer is over. All year around there’s oxidative stress aimed right at your face, so UV protection can minimise the dehydration damage it causes.

Do: Turn down the heat in your taps. Use warm – not hot – water as it can help harness hydration. Also, apply a moisturising product directly after washing your face – before the skin is dry – to lock in extra water content.

Don’t: Put on your face what you put on your body. It might feel thicker and more moisturising, but often the ingredients in body creams are formulated radically differently – so putting them on your face is welcoming blocked pores and blemishes with open arms.

Do: Use a specific hydrating product daily. For best results, exfoliate with a gentle exfoliator nightly so that the skin remains receptive for hydration the next morning.

Don’t: Skimp on your skincare. Using a rich hydrator is only the first step. A quality antioxidant serum and moisturising night cream in addition can also significantly boost the skin’s natural suppleness and radiance. www.lqmagazine.co.uk

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BUSINESS

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SISTERS IN BUSINESS

LQ Magazine meets Lauren & Beth Jackson to discuss their venture into business together...

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t was their dream - to open up their very own ladies boutique gym, and now sisters Lauren, 26, and Beth, 22, have achieved their number one goal.

“I’ve worked in the fitness industry for the last eight years.” Lauren explains. “I love it. I completed my fitness qualification, and I’m Level 3 Reps qualified which means I’m a personal trainer too. I used to work at and manage a ladies gym before I opened this one and I did that for eight years. My favourite part of the job was the fact that women could change their lives by going there.”

“Because I worked at a gym for several years, I always knew I wanted to open up my own. I’ve been looking into doing it for about the last five years, but never had the opportunity to and then when the gym that I worked for closed, I didn’t want to do anything else – I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I’ve

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most natural thing to do.

“Beth used to work at the same gym as me – she was a fitness instructor too,” Lauren explains.

“It’s good working with your sister. It’s easy to bounce off each other and if you have any issues you don’t have to worry about thinking ‘oh I don’t know if I can do this’ because you’ve got someone to share it with which is nice.” always wanted to own my own business.

“I think, because she’s my I’ve come from quite a business-orientated best friend as well, we family. My dad’s been the MD of do get on really well companies so I’ve always been so it’s an easy working business minded and with the “I’d recommend it to anybody to work environment. If you closure of the gym I worked for – it are having a bad day, with your siblings – it’s great. She’s my was the ideal opportunity to start you can say to them my own business.” best friend and we get on really well” ‘I’m having a bad Helping women change their lives day’ and they know is the thing that Lauren loves the how you feel. Also, if most, and throughout her years there are any problems, we both know what each of working in a gym she enjoyed witnessing a number other’s speciality is. I think between the two of us, of success stories. “Whether it be fitness or health, we’ve both got different attributes that work well in the amount of ladies that would come in and say business. I’d recommend it to anybody to work with they don’t have to take medication for their arthritis your siblings – it’s great!” anymore because they’ve been coming to workout is unbelievable and it’s lovely – it’s a lovely feeling that you can help somebody like that so I love it.”

Beth also loves working in the fitness industry following her Degree in Sport and Community Leadership and a GNVQ in Sporting Excellence including Nutrition, Psychology and Lifestyle. Beth’s strong passion and talent led to their joint business venture. “I teach netball and I’ve been coaching netball since I was 11. I am also a netball coach at regional level.”

Starting a business together as siblings felt like the

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LIFESTYLE

A PROMISING AUTHOR

LQ Magazine meets the talented local Author, Simon Briggs to discuss his first book launch...

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ver since I was young – in my teens I loved writing. When I was at school I was always quite imaginative, but life gets in the way so it wasn’t until 10 years ago that I got the ideas for the story.” Prophecies of a King - a trilogy - is the very first book release for the aspiring author.

“I didn’t start getting my teeth into it until a year and half ago. It’s now getting published on Amazon with Kindle.”

A passion for science fiction & movies, as well as a keen eye for detail and a great imagination led Simon to pen his first novel. “We’ve all got our ideas about life, and fiction can be moulded to the way you want it to be. With a book you can control it - unlike life. It’s sad when you come to the end of writing your book because you become attached with the characters. It’s like losing your right arm.”

Interestingly, Simon isn’t a big fan of reading.

I’m a movie fan. The first book I read as a child was Return of the Jedi. As I’m ex-military I liked Bravo Two Zero written by ex-SAS Sergeant Andy McNab.” Simon spent 9 years in the military, but was medically discharged.

Simon loved every minute penning his first book.

“Every day I felt drawn to writing. I wanted to write every day. It’s born of your desire to imagine whatever you want to imagine.”

What is Prophecies of a King all about? “It’s set on a distant planet,” Simon explains. “It’s about a world that was once in turmoil from ancient grievances and it’s on the brink of bring brought into warfare. The infant king is going to bring peace back into the land, but how can an infant king bring peace to a kingdom at only weeks old? It involves time travel.”

Prophecies of a King definitely has the potential to make it to the big screen. “I hope it can become

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a movie. It’s a trilogy so at the moment it’s all about the safe passage of the infant king across time and space.”

“It’s got a lot of feeling from films you might have seen before when you was younger.

There’s a lot of action in it. It builds up slowly and from Chapter Two it really builds up. It has myth and magic in it as well, and it also touches on the religious sect within it. The religion is based on fate and destiny. Every decision we make is a crossroad in our life and this plays a part in the story.”

Simon received great support from his family whilst writing the book. His partner Julie and their young son gave him the inspiration and encouragement to finish the novel.

Amazingly, he wrote it during his lunch hours at BB’s cafe. “I found I immersed myself more when there was background noise going on. Silence is hard to break. I allow my surroundings to help inspire me. Silence is deafening.”

The second part of the trilogy will be ready by Christmas, and the third installment will be finished in Spring 2014.

Once the trilogy is complete, Simon has plans to pen more novels, starting with the Vampire genre which is thriving at the moment. “I’m hoping to bring out a series of vampire books. The ideas just come to me. You watch a movie or hear a conversation and an idea will just come. I’m always thinking of the next novel. I have a synopsis for at least 12 novels.”

So what advice would Simon give to budding authors? Let your imagination run wild – that’s most enjoyable - and plan your route. If you’re going somewhere you’ve never been before, you make sure you plan your journey.”

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LIFESTYLE

A TALENTED POET LQ Magazine catches up with Deanna Jackson, 15, to discuss her poetry writing...

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rom just 11 years old, Deanna Jackson, discovered her passion and talent. “I already loved poetry from a young age. It’s a way to free your emotions and let them out – it’s a way to express yourself,” Deanna recalls.

After writing for the past four years, Deanna now has a vast amount of poems and experience in writing them. “I just seem to be good at poetry,” she explains.

Deanna writes a range of different genres. “My poetry is quite emotional, especially ones for my grandma who is no longer with us. I like writing them for my grandma and when I visit her grave, I write her a poem. I’ve also written a poem for the soldiers in the war. I’ve got one called ‘Remembrance Day.’” “Recently, we did a school assembly so I wrote a poem about drugs and their effects, and I read it to the audience.”

The great response for her talent has been uplifting. “People’s encouragement makes me want to write even more. My English teacher, My mum, Michelle, and Sir Christopher Hatton Academy give me encouragement.”

It was an amazing experience when Deanna had her first poem published for the first time. “My nan sent my poem ‘The Sea’ into a magazine and it got published in the very next issue. Even more recently, my English teacher just entered me into ‘Foyles Young Poet of the Year 2013’ competition.”

“My favourite poem that I’ve written is ‘My Angel.’ It’s to my grandma and it’s personal to me.”

Deanna’s inspiration comes from other talented poets & writers.

“My favourite poet is Carol Ann Duffy. She was the first woman to win the ‘Laureate Poet of the Year’ award. My favourite authors are Jacqueline Wilson, Roald Dahl and Michael Morpugo.”

In the future, Deanna is looking forward to a career in Accounting, but writing will always be a part of her life. “I will always have poetry as a hobby and I’d love to have my work published as a successful writer.”

So what advice would Deanna give to aspiring young poets?

“My advice is never give up on your dream and don’t give up just because you have writer’s block. Sometimes I’ll write a verse whilst I’ve got 5 minutes in town. Sounds inspire you. I get my ideas when I’m walking somewhere. Sounds conjure up different ideas.” www.lqmagazine.co.uk

Read Deanna’s poetry online at: www.poetrysweetgeek98.wordpress.com

11, ELEVEN, XI In respect to all people at war, who have been at war and have died at war.

Another man down But work goes on Still playing a perilous game Knowing things can go wrong Staring down the barrel of an approaching, menacing gun Gulping down a spear of fear your feet refusing to run Aiming at a foreign soldier just as he targets you Feeling that outbreak of apprehension over what you’re about to do There are only seconds between the shots as both of you fire at will it’s just a matter of who was first as time slows and the world seems still Bright, white light – it blinds you as you cautiously open one eye Puzzle pieces in your mind fit together what happened to that other guy?

Everything happened so quickly it was as if you were meant to go the other things your comrades faced hopefully you’ll never know You never knew what happened to that guy Perhaps you’ve found out in heaven and now we honour you brave soldier At 11, ELEVEN, XI

By Deanna Jackson

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Box Office Numbers: The Lighthouse Theatre: 01536 414141 The Castle Theatre: 01933 270007

HALLOWEEN

FUN

DR FRIGHT’S IS BACK!

DIARY DATES FOR SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2013 - DON’T MISS OUT ON THESE LOCAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

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WHAT’S ON?

A FRESH TRANSLATION OF STRINDBERG’S CLASSIC DRAMA COMES TO WELLINGBOROUGH

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From 18th October - 31st October Gates open at 7pm.

White’s Farm, Clay Lane, Earls Barton, NN6 0EP Dr Fright’s Nights are back again for 2013 after a sold out show in 2012! Don’t miss this seasonal live horror entertainment with 4 horror maze attractions, featuring themed rooms and environments, lighting effects, horror mazes, special effects, and live actors! Be prepared to be scared!

Ticket prices start from £11.

You can book online at www. drfrights.co.uk from 13th September or for more info contact Dr Fright’s on 07813 651982, or email drfrights@ hotmail.com.

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Following a successful national tour this Spring, UK Touring Theatre bring their highly acclaimed production of Miss Julie by August Strindberg to The Castle Wellingborough for one night only on Wednesday 2nd October - a tale of lust, class conflict and boundaries broken.

Developed as part of the Swedish Strindberg 2012 centenary celebrations, UK Touring Theatre’s production is the World Premiere of a brand new English translation from the original Swedish script. The translation is extremely faithful to Strindberg’s original words, whilst being accessible to a modern audience through it’s dynamic choice of English language.

Set in Sweden on Midsummer’s Eve in 1888; the play explores the relationship between aristocratic Miss Julie and Jean, her father’s valet.

What starts as a harmless flirtation, soon descends into a ferocious power struggle and battle of the sexes, from which neither can escape.

Director Denis Noonan said, “Miss Julie is a very powerful piece. The process of re-translating the play from scratch took about 8 months, but the result is

a script that I think really reflects what Strindberg originally wanted to achieve with the play; as well as being exciting and accessible to a modern audience.”

Widely regarded as Strindberg’s masterpiece, Miss Julie has been performed across the world and is frequently adapted and updated. In this latest production UK Touring Theatre gives new life to Strindberg’s words in their original 1888 setting perfect for fans of classic theatre and Scandinavian drama alike.

Tickets for Miss Julie are priced at £15 (£13 concessions) and can be purchased from The Castle Box Office on 01933 270007 or online at www.thecastle.org.uk.

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LIFESTYLE

SEPT - OCT DIARY DATES

Sunday 15th Sept, 3pm & 7pm Elvis is in the Building!

Fox & Hounds, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4QY Friday 20th September, 8pm Air Ambulance Charity Race Night Vicarage Farm Community Centre, Grafton Close, Wellingborough, NN8 5WA Get ready for an evening of horse racing entertainment without breaking the bank. Also, raffle with lots of lovely prizes. Entry £1. For more info or to purchase tickets please contact Janet on 07923 699457.

Thursday 10th October, 7:30pm With A Little Help From My Friends: A Charity Event For Mind The Lighthouse Theatre, Kettering,

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Featuring some of the finest talent the Kettering area has to offer, coming together with one aim of supporting, and to raise funds for the charity Mind. Performers Include Bobby Civil, The Kilburn School Of Dancing , Arts Barn Gilbert & Sullivan Society, The Seagrave Singers, Voices Aloud & Kettering & District Theatrical Society. Tickets cost £7.

Thursday 19th October, Wicksteed’s Got Talent Grand Final, Wicksteed Park, Kettering, The big event as we find out who will win Wicksteed’s Got Talent for 2013!

Friday 25th October, 7:30pm Swan Lake Russian State Ballet & Opera House, The Lighthouse,

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS AT SILK CABERET VENUE In just a few short months it will be the season to be jolly!

Christmas is literally around the corner, so it’s the perfect time © Andres Rodriguez to plan ahead and book your Christmas Party Night to celebrate your favourite time of the year - before it’s too late!

Saturday 21st December is the only available date left so book now to avoid disappointment.

At Silk Caberet Venue, all the hard work of preparing for your party night is done for you - all you have to do is attend and enjoy - for just £25pp! The Christmas Party Nights include a sit-down three course meal as well as a disco playing a a vast range of music across the decades to keep you and your party happy.

Silk combines 40 years experience, fantastic food, a great venue and entertainment, so you can be confident that you will have the ultimate Christmas Party Night in 2013! www.lqmagazine.co.uk

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Theatre, Kettering, NN15 6PB After last year’s success, Russian State Ballet and Opera House are back with a ballet classic for the whole family. Join us for an unforgettable journey in the runup to Christmas and be part as the magic unfolds.Tickets cost £23.

Concessions £21.

Saturday 26th October, 7:30pm Russian State Ballet & Opera House, The Lighthouse, Theatre, Kettering, Rome & Juliet is probably the world’s best known love story.

William Shakespeare’s story of Romeo & Juliet was one of the first works of literature to inspire ballet choreographers, so perfectly suited to dance are its drama, romance and tragedy. Tickets cost £23.

Concessions £21.

Christmas Party Nights

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27 Midland Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1HF

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SEASONAL

CHRISTMAS

ALL WRAPPED UP

With Christmas on its way shortly it’s the perfect time to shop local and support your local businesses. There are so many great local stores and services and we’ve selected a small selection of them.

We know it’s early, but it’s time to make Christmas shopping smooth and easy by visiting these fantastic local establishments for your presents...

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IRVIN’S HOUSE OF FLAVOUR

Give a gift with flavour! Irvin’s House of Flavour stock a fabulous range of teas and coffees, and there are fantastic gift ideas available in-store. Caroline and Trevor are more than happy to create unique gift ideas specifically for your budget. At Irvin’s, they Irvin’s House of Flavour 5 High Street, Wellingborough, NN8 4HR tailor to your budget, and as a bonus, they don’t charge for gift-wrapping!

Tel: 01933 229000

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JUST FOR YOU Just For You is a unique gift shop situated in Rushden, High Street.

If you’re looking for unusual and affordable gifts then this is the perfect place to shop. A lovely range of products are available instore including: Jewellery, Willow Tree Figurines, Fragrance Lamps, Angels & Fairies, Candles, Wall Art, Crystals & Gemstones, and lots more gift ideas. Shop owner, Mandy O’Neill will be more than happy to help you find the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones.

2 Just For You 112 High Street, Rushden, NN10 0PQ Tel: 01933 770682 KORU ACCESSORIES

Everyone loves shoes & accessories - which makes them the perfect Christmas gifts! Koru Accessories are a clearance outlet that stock high quality well-known high street brands with savings of up to 90% off the recommended retail price! They stock a vast range of shoes, handbags, scarves and belts and all items are brand new. Stock changes frequently, therefore, Koru Accessories items go quickly, so keep popping www.koruaccessories.com back to see what’s new.

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Qi Spa, Bannatyne’s Wallis Close, Wellingborough NN8 6AG Tel: 01933 425777 QI SPA, BANNATYNE’S Why not treat yourself or a loved one to a massage or beauty treatment at Qi Spa, Bannatyne’s? It’s the perfect gift idea, and throughout September & October, Qi Spa is offering 50% off 60 minute and 75 minute facial treatments so book now to take advantage of this fantastic special offer!

FOOD

More than 5,000 recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com/recipes

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CHICKEN AND

CORN FRITTERS INGREDIENTS

Serves 4 Ready in 20 mins

350g frozen essential Waitrose British Chicken Mini Fillets, defrosted 1 essential Waitrose Free Range Egg 75g essential Waitrose Plain White Flour, plus 1 tsp for coating 75ml essential Waitrose Milk 200g frozen essential Waitrose Supersweet Sweetcorn, defrosted 2 tbsp oil 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp paprika 2 tsp dried thyme METHOD 1. For the fritters, mix the egg into the flour then whisk in the milk to form a batter, season and stir in the defrosted sweetcorn.

2. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large saucepan and add 8 spoonfuls of batter, fry for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden. Remove and keep warm. www.lqmagazine.co.uk

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Meanwhile, mix together the black pepper, paprika, thyme and the remaining 1 tsp flour and use to coat the defrosted chicken fillets. Heat the remaining oil in the same frying pan and fry the chicken for 5–6 minutes until cooked throughout.

Serve with the fritters and a green salad.

LAMB KOFTAS

& CUCUMBER DIP

INGREDIENTS 2 x 250g essential Waitrose Lamb Lean Mince (10% fat) 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano 1 tsp ground coriander Grated zest and juice of ½ lemon 1 small cucumber, diced 150g natural yogurt 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 3 tbsp chopped fresh mint 12 bamboo skewers

Serves 4 Ready in 30 mins

METHOD 1 Preheat the grill or barbecue. Mix together the mince, oregano, coriander, lemon zest and seasoning. Divide the mixture into 12 and squeeze around 12 skewers.

2 To make the dip, mix the cucumber

with the yogurt, garlic, mint, lemon juice and seasoning.

3 Grill the lamb koftas for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until well browned and cooked through. Serve the koftas in warm pittas with salad leaves and the mint dip.

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FOOD

More than 5,000 recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com/recipes

Recipes courtesy of

Serves 4

TURKEY MEATBALLS

WITH CREAMY LEMON PASTA Ready in 30 mins

INGREDIENTS

500g pack essential Waitrose British Turkey Breast Mince Zest of 1 unwaxed lemon, finely grated 1 tbsp vegetable oil 350g La Pasta di Aldo Pappardelle or Waitrose Linguine Juice of ½ a lemon 4 tbsp half fat crème fraîche 50g bag Waitrose Wild Rocket Waitrose Watercress, Rocket & Spinach salad, to serve METHOD 1 Squeeze together the turkey mince, the finely grated lemon zest and a little seasoning. Roll into 20 balls, about the size of a walnut, then heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan and fry them for 12–15 minutes.

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Meanwhile,

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cook

the pasta according to the instructions on pack, drain and return to the pan. Dress with the lemon juice, crème fraîche and the wild rocket and stir until wilted, season to taste.

Top with the meatballs.

Serve with Waitrose Watercress, Rocket & Spinach salad.

TOMATO & ROCKET

PIZZA WITH OLIVE TEPENADE Ready in 35 mins

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS 100g Waitrose Pome Dei Moro Tomatoes, halved 1 Napolina Pizza Base 2–3 tbsp Waitrose Kalamata Olive & SunDried Tomato Tapenade ½ small red onion,finely sliced 125g mozzarella, torn into pieces 1 tbsp olive oil Handful Waitrose Wild Rocket Shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano, to serve Extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle METHOD 1 Preheat the oven to 170ºC, gas mark 3. Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet and cook until softened and starting to dry, but not browned (about 20 minutes).

2 Increase the oven to 220ºC, gas mark 7. Place the pizza base onto a baking sheet and spread the tapenade over the

base leaving a border around the edge, then add the tomatoes, onion and mozzarella. Drizzle with the olive oil.

3 Bake for 8 –10 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling and the base is crisp. Serve scattered with the parmigiano reggiano and the rocket, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.

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