Exquisitely Indian
Indian Restaurant in the Heart of Woolton Village
We are Liverpool's finest Indian Restaurant... creating exquisite cuisine, in sublime surroundings for your pleasure.
Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Woolton Village, we are a hidden treasure, situated between Sainsburys entrance and Lloyd's Bank on Woolton Street.
Quite simply, we offer the best Indian cuisine with quality food available for takeout or to eat in. We offer mouth watering dishes that are true to the cuisine of India with secret ingredients used to bring you a taste like no other.
Here at Holdi we use only the freshest authentic high quality ingredients including our own blends of ground spices for exquisite Indian cuisine everytime. This is why our customers not only come back time and time again, but why they also recommend us to friends and family.
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Editor’s Note
As May rolls in, Liverpool comes alive in ways only this city can a vibrant, fearless energy buzzing from the waterfront to the parks, from our indie cafés to our legendary stages. It's the season where the city seems to breathe deeper, laugh louder, and throw open its doors to summer
As always, Lifestyle magazine is a love letter to the people, the streets, and the stories that make our city so irresistible Whether you're discovering a new corner of Liverpool or revisiting an old favourite with fresh eyes, we hope this issue inspires you to dive into everything this incredible season has to offer The 16 annual Liverpool Lifestyle Awards take place later in the year and nominations are now open Go to www.liverpoollifestyleawards.co.uk You can nominate yourself, a friend in business or someone you think is deserving. The awards are all about celebrating people’s success and courage in running their own business. th Here's to bolder dreams and the endless magic of Liverpool. Say stylish
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INNSiDE Liverpool are excited to announce the launch of Neon Nature, a new dot-art exhibition showcasing the bold and beautiful work of local artist Natalie Gilmore Running from April to August 2025, Neon Nature transforms everyday natural scenes into striking, otherworldly landscapes, rich in detail and colour Natalie’s work is a vibrant celebration of nature’s energy-featuring twisting vines, radiant fruits, and electric foliage inspired by her deep connection to the green spaces of the region. Her unique style combines intricate linework with expressive colour washes, inviting viewers to feel the pulse of life in each brushstroke Originally from Knowsley and now based in Prescot, Gilmore has spent much of her life immersed in the region’s lush green spaces,
which have profoundly influenced her work. Her art is about expressing the energy and essence of the places that shape her life. Gilmore’s approach is deeply personal, focusing on the sensations that nature evokes the heat of the sun on a vibrant forest floor, the coolness of a shaded fern, the pulse of life beneath the surface. Her paintings invite viewers to step into her world, encouraging them to feel the energy of the landscape as much as they see it.
Neon Nature is part of INNSiDE Liverpool’s commitment to its ‘Stay Curious’ philosophy, which aims to create enriched guest experiences through art, music, and culture. By showcasing local talent, the hotel fosters a deeper connection between the community,
OAKLEY, LIVERPOOLDOGISTHE NEWFACEOFPETFOOD
A Liverpool border collie been named the face of Peamutt Butter and will appear in the dog food’s next marketing campaign.
More than 200 dogs from across the UK entered the online competition with just 26 dogs making it through to the semi-final.
One-year-old Peamutt Butter superfan, Oakley was shortlisted in the Northwest category for his loveable, cuddly ways before being crowned top dog. A big fan of digging holes, swimming and getting muddy – it was the dog’s cheeky smile which won the judges over.
Oakley lives with his owner Linda Rose in Speke, Liverpool
The leading Manchester-based dog treat company was looking for a loveable “Peamutt-a-like”, but most importantly a dog with a cheeky or mischievous demeanour, to be the face of their brand.
The winner was chosen by a panel of dog lovers and experts; Manchester-based Dog trainer Janey Baker from Make Fetch Happen, Peamutt Butter’s MD Richard Duerr and head judge; celebrity TV vet and This Morning regular Dr Scott Miller.
The prize includes a celebratory professional photo shoot, a year’s supply of Peamutt Butter products and a £250 donation to a local dog charity of Oakley’s choice His cute, fur-face will also feature on jars of Peamutt Butter in Summer 2025.
Oakley’s owner, Linda Rose said: “I absolutely ecstatic to have won the Peamutt Butter competition. Oakley has always been our pride and joy and we are very proud of him. After we received the news we danced around the room and got straight on the phone to tell the relatives. Oakley – of course – had some Peamutt Butter to celebrate.”
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Participating in Liverpool Fashion Week was an incredible experience that truly elevated my journey as a designer. It provided me with a platform to showcase my unique designs to a diverse audience, allowing me to connect with fashion enthusiasts, industry professionals, and potential collaborators.
Being part of such a prestigious event exposed me to the broader fashion world and opened doors to even greater opportunities. Through Liverpool Fashion Week, I gained visibility and recognition that led to invitations to showcase my work across the UK and solidified my presence in the fashion industry.
The experience challenged me creatively and professionally, allowing me to refine my craft while networking with top brands and designers. It was a pivotal moment in my career, inspiring me to continue pushing boundaries and sharing my vision on larger platforms.” - Mary Egboye, Emaz Artistry
How to Cultivate Your Personal Style
by Stylist Jacklyn Jeffries
If you’re struggling with your relationship to personal style here are my seven tips to help you cultivate it and learn how to shop consciously.
1. Explore the world around you. Start by focusing on the colours, shapes, and textures in your home, including the items we choose to place in it. The stylistic features that draw us into a space, including those we apply to make it our own, tell us a lot about the people we are. The same applies to other environments, especially those we are drawn to. For instance, consider your journey to work, grocery store, park, or beach. What are the colours, shapes, and sounds of these places that you find interesting, stimulating, exciting, attractive? Think about how you can experiment with, and incorporate, these elements into your own personal style. In other words, mine the world around yourself for precious insights into your style. 2. Invest more time into art, architecture, and music.
When you go to play music, what genres and artists speak to you? How would you describe their styles and aesthetics? What kind of art do you like and if you don’t like art, what activities or hobbies interest you?
Fashion is a lot like architecture so consider what building styles resonate with you. Some people prefer ornate details and maximalism while others can admire simpler buildings with a focus on the feat it must have taken to build them. Are you more or a palace of Versailles or the St. Louis Arch kind of person? Maybe you see beauty in both or neither, but which would you rather spend a day in?
Try to make connections between your personal perception of beauty in art to the value you place on your clothes
3. Take into account your needs and boundaries.
Don’t just toss aside your essentials, make sure you think about if the clothes you wear best serve their purpose in your daily life. Consider weather, climate, the physical toll on your body, and your limits when it comes to how much you’re willing to push back against them for fashion. And just because it’s raining or cold, doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice style. It’s all about balance, the balance between our own comforts, needs, and insecurities, while also wanting to look and feel our best.
4. Try new things
It’s easyl to become stuck in what feels most natural for us, but in life it’s important to learn to be comfortable being uncomfortable. This is how we can grow, evolve, and discover things about ourselves that maybe we didn’t expect to find. Try listening to music that you may not normally listen to, or attempt an activity that you know you might not enjoy. There’s always a possibility you can find something surprising in it. By trying you can see the value in it and how it might be influential to others even if it’s not for you. When shopping, don’t be afraid to try on something that at first glance might seem unappealing. Take it as an opportunity to challenge yourself.
5. Block out the haters.
There’s a lot of opinions that go around about fashion and what people are deeming ugly at any point in time, but while opinions can be useful, they can also be a damaging tool that multi million dollar brands use to convince us to spend more money on things we don’t actually need or care about. If you’re trying to genuinely cultivate a personal style, it’s really important to not give in. Just because someone might say skinny jeans are ugly, doesn’t mean many others don’t love them. It’s okay to pick up a trend here or there, some of them you may fall in love with and cling onto even after they go out of style .just try to stay open minded and not have too many strong opinions until you can better understand your own fashion sense first.
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Bold Hearts, New Beginnings: Confidence in Every Connection..... with Andreas Dating Coach
Dating over 40: Why It’s Your Superpower
Turning 40 often feels like crossing an invisible threshold Society might nudge you towards settling down or slowing down, but here’s the truth: dating over 40 isn’t a compromise; it’s a superpower With age comes a clarity, confidence, and self-awareness that transforms the dating game into something far more rewarding than the fumbling romances of youth. First, let’s talk experience.
Then there’s confidence.
By 40, you’ve likely navigated a few relationships; some brilliant, some disastrous. Each one has taught you what works and what doesn’t. You’re not swayed by fleeting charm or empty promises; you’ve got a sharper eye for red flags and a better grasp of what you actually want.
That’s not baggage it’s wisdom.
While twenty-somethings might still be figuring out who they are, you’ve got a head start. You know your values, your quirks, and your non-negotiables, making you a more decisive dater.
At 40, you’re less likely to twist yourself into knots to impress someone. You’ve shed the insecurities that once made you second-guess your worth. You’re not afraid to say no or to walk away from a mismatch. That quiet assurance is magnetic; it draws people in because it’s authentic. Younger daters might chase validation; you’re past that. You’re not here to play games or waste time, and that’s a strength others can’t help but notice.
Time itself becomes an ally, too. Over 40, you’re more selective, prioritising quality over quantity. This shift isn’t about settling; it’s about knowing life’s too short for anything less than genuine connection.
Plus, the dating pool widens in brilliant ways You’re meeting people who’ve lived a little; divorcees, single parents, careerchangers; each with stories and depth that make for richer relationships.
Finally, there’s freedom.
You’re less bound by societal timelines; marriage by 30, kids by 35. You can focusing on what makes you happy, not what’s expected. So, embrace it.
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Legendary space-rock pioneers Hawkwind return with their latest studio album, There Is No Space For Us. Following 2024’s critically acclaimed Stories From Time And Space and recent triple disc live album Live At The Royal Albert Hall, this new release develops the dystopian themes of recent albums and the cosmic, almost metaphysical perspective on humanity’s place in the universe through expansive soundscapes and electrifying psychedelic rock.
Blending hypnotic rhythms, immersive synths, and driving guitar riffs, There Is No Space For Us takes listeners on an interstellar voyage from the synth laden thunderous opening track There Is Still Danger There to the eerie, atmospheric depths and outstanding heights of Space Continues (Lifeform). Tracks like the acoustic led TheCoPilot (a song which transforms multiple times across 8 minutes) and title track There Is No Space For Us (the definition of what a “space western” should sound like) showcase the band's signature fusion of chugging guitars, electronic
rhythms, and grand science fiction vision of human destiny. Another stand-out moment is the frenzied theremin laced freak-out of Neutron Stars, while A Long Long Way From Home delivers a melancholic yet powerful crescendo, reflecting on the fragile nature of existence in an ever-expanding universe.
See them on 10 May 25 Liverpool M&S Bank Arena Hawkwind are Dave Brock, Richard Chadwick, Magnus Martin, Doug MacKinnon and Tim "Thighpaulsandra" Lewis.
Celebrate onboard the award winning Floating Grace
If you ’ re looking for skipper Peter Kenny, you’ll find him at the Royal Albert Dock onboard The Floating Grace.
He is the proud owner of Liverpool’s only floating restaurant, a beautiful 50 seater floating bar and restaurant that serves delicious three course dinners and afternoon teas while you can enjoy Liverpool’s finest waterways with a guided tour of the history of the docks The fresh food is prepared by award-winning chefs and served piping hot They offer a variety of cruises, including lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner cruises. They also offer a variety of private and corporate event packages.
Peter has been a sailor since he was 6 years old under the guidance of his father and has been on boats all his life with his family who introduced him to the water. For many years he ran a private boat hire business from Liverpool Marina until he swapped it for the canal boat, The Floating Grace, which has won several business awards.
Working closely with army veterans, who he passionately supports, he runs a tight ship sailing every weekend and most evenings
I love being on the water and love telling people about the rich history of the Royal Albert Docks Liverpool has some of the richest history in the world ”
A typical cruise will start off onboard with some drinks and an introduction to Liverpool’s docks by the skipper. A brief guided tour will then proceed as you enjoy a gentle sail through the Liverpool South Dock whilst the food is served. Once the meal is over the party begins with music and dancing until it is time to dock It’s a fabulous experience and a lot of fun and everyone leaves with a smile on their faces
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LAries (21 March – 19 April) - This is a positive time for you to make more money or to get a new job or opportunity You'll feel the need to express freely, in the chosen direction and any attempt to be confined in any way can lead to strong opposition on your behalf.
Taurus (20 April – 20 May)You'll be in a great mood and have a lot of energy, so that you'd better do some sport or any other kind of physical effort to use the surplus You may also build a business partnership or work closely with someone to further youreducationorcareer
Gemini (21 May – 20 June) - The next four weeks will bring a time for you to work hard for the money and see an increase of work projects and tasks. You'll either start a new sentimental relationship, or revitalize the old one.
YLeo (23 July – 22 August) – This month will be favourable to showing your talents and promoting your own image and products. You'll put your heart and invest a lot of energy into some collaboration or into signing a contract.The dream of reaching certain goals may come true.
Virgo (23 August – 22 September) –
This month will see a boost of supreme inner confidence rise to the surface that will encourage you to take on many new things. You’ll enjoy a burst of energy and will probably take on more responsibility at work. A romance or deep friendship may flower.
Libra (23 September – 22 October)
-You can be in fine creative form, bringing extra oomph to the work you do or standing out for your services and efforts. This month is also strong for bonding with a partner or special friend, particularly through conversation and entertainment.
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You’re finding your voice and set to focus on new initiatives and interests. Decisions come more confidently now, and you’re looking ahead rather than behind you.Activities that feed your imagination can thrive now. Inspiration may come from a private moment with someone, or from within.
Capricorn (22 Dec – 19 Jan) - A sense of mission or purpose is with you now when it comes to business and possibly self-care and health efforts. Projects seem to come together magically. Much focus will be on harmonizing with a romantic interest, or getting in touch with your creative muse.
Cancer(21June–22July)It is a great time for you to build connection and see an increase of clients and customers. You would move ahead in your career and build more financial security All social relationships will probably undergo changes, experience new parameters or end/startanewcycle.
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This is a good time for looking and feeling good, stepping outside of your comfort zone a little in order to reach out to others or express a hidden side of yourself, and attempting projects that require more verve or confidence.
Romance brings eroticism in this period.
Aquarius (20 Jan – 18 Feb) - You might find powerful inspiration to enjoy and express yourself. You’ll be trying to bring more harmony to your friendships. You’ll enjoy making others feel appreciated with your special attention.
Pisces (19 Feb – 20 March)- You might experience a sudden and powerful need to take a break if you’ve been focusing too much on your daily routines You may be looking at your intimate world by reassessing whether you’re deriving satisfaction from your relationships
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Tired of Being Stressed.
Since I was 18 years old I have been financially independent. I have been responsible for making every mortgage payment, every bill payment and every financial decision. I have navigated employment, redundancy four times and self employment and irregularity of payments from clients for the last 17 years.That is, after I have hustled for the clients. It can be stressful at times to the point when I want to scream or cry and not talk to anyone. I have now reached a point when I said to myself. “Enough is enough.”
It’s not a dramatic breakdown.
It’s more like a quiet moment of rebellion where I realise that I am tired. Tired of overthinking, tired of the mental spreadsheets, tired of holding my breath waiting for things to settle down and I am going with the flow.
I’ve been running on adrenaline for years. Micromanaging everything across two countries and I just can’t be bothered any more. I am a great planner, want to.
I can work to deadlines, turn up to every meeting 10 minutes early, reply to all my emails and texts within 2 hours but the stress doesn’t go away. Until really recently.
I came back to the UK wired as fuck and surviving on five hours sleep as usual but I have had time to sit and look at my life. Whatever has happened I have still managed to pay all my bills singlehandedly. No man, no distant relative and and no fairy godmother has helped me and yet I have managed to keep it all ticking over.So I am being kinder to myself. I am not going to feel guilty or explain myself for sitting on a beach or spending time in the gym or taking a day off if I want to.
I am letting go of the stress. Things always work out for me as I put in the work but I am stopping trying to predetermine events. Life doesn’t have to be harder than it is and I am embracing the “let them” culture.
For me, my letting go means saying no without writing a lengthy explanation. Just because I said so is enough. My friendship circle has got smaller because I don’t have to love people’s choices just to fit in. I’ll let them get on with whatever they want to do without me.
I have read enough self help books to know that the universe does have my back and I trust that while I don’t have all the answers today, it’s ok. Things will work out and if they don’t, then there’s another plan that will come to fruition that will work out for me.
For the last two years I questioned the lesson of my failed relationship with someone I was infatuated with. I kept asking myself why did he come in to disrupt my life? I finally realised the answers.
He taught me to set boundaries and to love myself and to put my needs first in order to be happy.
Do you know how much energy it takes to live in resistance. Fighting our feelings and resisting what’s happening. We may not like what’s going on but we can stop fighting for what we want as I believe things will eventually come to plan, even if it takes a little longer than I hoped. I want a trusting and honest relationship but I can’t force it with anyone and I’ve let go of expecting it. It will happen when it happens. And you know what? Letting go of everything on my mental wishlist has been so liberating. Even my friends this week have said I look lighter. The knots in my stomach have untangled. The noise in my head has gone softer and I breathe deeper. I have stopped swimming against the tide and I am absolutely confident I am going to be swept up somewhere better. Reminding myself that peace isn't earned—it’s chosen and it’s a lovely way to live.
Zoe West Wins Best Panto Villain
For her role in Rapunzel at Liverpool's Everyman Theatre
The winners of The Pantomime Awards 2025, were staged in partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment and announced by the UK Pantomime Association at a recent ceremony.
Founded in 2021, the UK Pantomime Association (UKPA) is a charity that explores, shares and celebrates pantomime by investigating the genre’s rich past, engaging with contemporary practice and inspiring the future. During the 2024-25 pantomime season,
the fourth year in which the Awards have taken place, The Pantomime Awards’ 52 judges collectively visited 216 venues to see over 496 performances, far and wide across the UK
Chris McGuigan, Group Commercial Director for Trafalgar Entertainment, said:
“Congratulations to all the winners and nominees at this year’s Panto Awards. Trafalgar is proud to co-sponsor this gloriously glittery evening as part of our ongoing commitment to pantomime as a genre. The 'joyful chaos' of panto season is a vital
component of the regional theatre sector - and so it’s wonderful to celebrate it alongside many of the talented artists, acts, entertainers, writers, creatives, tech teams and producers who make it all happen. We're already looking forward to hosting the event in 2026!"
This year’s Pantomime Award nominations exemplified the breadth of on and off-stage talent, skill and enthusiasm across the country..
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Liverpool studio’s aim to be one of the UK’s greenest has been rewarded with a prestigious rating from the UK film industry
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The Depot, which has hosted numerous award-nominated TV productions, has been named as a ‘Very Good’ BAFTA Albert sustainable studio
The new accolade makes The Depot one of the leading net zero studios of its kind in the country in delivering its carbon-cutting commitments
Owned by Liverpool City Council and managed by the Film Office, The Depot first opened its doors in 2021 and since then has welcomed productions such as This City Is Ours, The Gathering and Sexy Beast
A total of 31 studios participated in this round of the BAFTA Albert Studio Sustainability Standard where The Depot was awarded a rating of ‘Very Good’ with a score of 80%compared to an average score of 77%
Areas in which the studio excelled were 100% LED studio lighting, providing the service of renewable generators, the sustainability policy, as well as access to green biodiverse space
Suggestions for improvements include installing EV charging ports, looking at the feasibility of renewable energy generation and increasing the recycling rate
Launched in 2022, the BAFTA Albert Studio Sustainability Standard is the world’s first sustainability assessment designed to help measure and reduce the environmental impact of film and TV studios by focusing on six key areas: Climate, Circularity, Nature, People, Management and Data
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