Manner | Issue 15

MANNER A CONTEMPORARY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

WOMEN'S HEALTH Speaking up about taboo subjects

BEACH ESSENTIALS SWIMWEAR, KAFTANS AND SUMMER DRESSES

BEAUTY SHAKE UP REJIG YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE

WHAT'S NEW

The latest collections and brands available now

KIDS

STYLE FOR THE LITTLE ONES

£FREE

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This is what Clean SPF looks like.

Made from Post Consumer Recycled Plastic Designed for Recyclability

Clean to skin. Clean to planet

Swimwear 1st Floor 2

Sunglasses Ground Floor 3

CONTENTS P41

P28 P26

Fashion P23

11. WHAT'S NEW 13. SHOPPING

15. SEASIDE STYLE 17. MONOCHROME 19. A NATURAL APPROACH 21. FANCY THAT 22. LUELLA ROCKERFELLA 25. BEACH ESSENTIALS 28. EDITORIAL: THROWING SHADE 34. EDITORIAL: SUMMER ESCAPE 4

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Kids 45. FOR THE LITTLE ONES 46. STYLE FOR ALL OUTINGS 48. GENDER-NEUTRAL CLOTHING 50. EDITORIAL: FAMILY DAYS

Beauty 57. BEAUTY BUZZ 58. BEAUTY SHAKE-UP 60. THE ULTIMATE SUMMER LOOK

Wellness 63. BREAKING THE TABOO

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66. AROMATHERAPY

Lifestyle

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69. HOME TRENDS 70. BRINGING THE INSIDE OUT 73. DINNER PARTY 74. RECIPES: CANAPES

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76. HONESTY HUTS 78. A HIDDEN TREASURE

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CONTRIBUTORS DIRECTORY AFFINITY 21 La Colomberie, St Helier 01534 626880

Mark Stephenson, originally from Liverpool, moved to Jersey in 2008 and is a passionate semi-professional photographer.

He specialises in lifestyle, fashion and portraiture.

Harriet Rouse is the owner and founder of www.gifts.je. With a weakness for strong coffee and an uncanny ability to kill pot plants, she has over ten years experience as a freelance writer.

AMELIE 19 Bath Street, St Helier 01534 610375 CHICHI BOUTIQUE St Aubin 01534 490021 LA LILOU 4 Bath Street, St Helier 01534 724946 MAMAROO Facebook & Instagram MY LITTLE JERSEY Facebook & Instagram

Christian Gott is a full-time chef in Jersey and a father of two. Any spare time is spent writing about food.

Kate Morrison is originally from Vancouver and has been sharing her passion for makeup artistry in Jersey since 2015.

NAUTILUS 39 Don Street, St Helier 01534 617976 STOTT & WILLGRASS 6 York Street, St Helier 01534 735950 THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH Rondel's Farm Shop, Trinity 01534 726224 VOISINS 26-32 King Street, St Helier 01534 837100 Products featured throughout Manner are subject to availability. Whilst all prices were correct at the time of printing, we cannot guarantee these prices haven't changed.

EDITOR: SOPHIE WILKINSON 07829 828033 / sophie@mannermagazine.co.uk SALES: MARK WILKINSON 07829 838844 / mark@mannermagazine.co.uk

Cover shot at La Haule Manor by Mark Stephenson Gosia wears CeliaB dress £329 and earrings £28, Chichi 6

MannerJersey @Mannerjsy www.mannermagazine.co.uk

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Editor's letter

As I write this letter, Beatrice and Freddie are playing together in the garden, something that does not happen often (cue a gentle shove from Beatrice!). The sun is strong, the birds are chirping away, and I finally feel relaxed - it would appear as though the summer has finally arrived. Enough about us, moving on to the latest issue…

What's new? With many shops trying to stay ahead and offer something different, we have featured the latest brands to hit the boutiques (page 11). Trends this season include seaside style - think gingham and stripes in blues and greens, a fresh take on monochrome, and as always with summer, a range of neutral tones and materials, from page 15. You'll find everything you need for the beach, including swimwear, kaftans, sundresses, and accessories, on page 25.

We have featured Luella Rockerfella's latest photoshoot, inspired by L King's Baby Outlaw. Lauren Burnett says that the fierce women of the Southern states of America embody the strength and character of Luella Rockerfella's customers, her girl gangsters, as she calls them (page 22). In our 'Throwing Shade' editorial, Toni Neil showcases the latest offerings in statements sunglasses (from page 28). Mark Stephenson photographs Gosia at La Haule Manor for our 'Summer Escape' editorial. Gosia looks stunning in bold prints and easy to wear summer dresses, layered with gold statement jewellery (from page 34).

Not forgetting the little ones, we've put together a style guide for all outings, including the beach, park and partywear pieces (page 46). I spoke to Martina, founder of Mamaroo – a new clothing company focusing on gender-neutral pieces – about her new venture. She offers adorable sets, shoes, and accessories in neutral colours, perfect for those who aren't fond of the cliché dinosaur and fairy prints (page 48). Finishing our kids' feature, Mark Stephenson photographs Julian, Kelly, Issac and Siena Gray at Hamptonne Country Life Museum. The family had lots of fun feeding the chickens, playing in the park, and walking around the stunning grounds (from page 50).

Our beauty section includes plenty of new products.

Whether you're looking to rejig your current routine

or are after something a little more specific – SPF and hair protection, for example, we have you covered. Kate Morrison shares her favourite products for the ultimate summer look - dewy skin, bold eyes, and neutral lips.

Moving on to wellness, Harriet Rouse talks about women's health. Endometriosis, menopause, and miscarriage are slowly gaining the media attention the subjects deserve, but more needs to be done. We need to speak up about our own struggles to help and support others going through similar situations (page 63).

Throwing a dinner party this summer? We've featured a selection of tableware pieces that will leave your guests talking. Christian Gott shares his favourite canapés, including classic bruschetta and devilled eggs.

This issue also includes articles on aromatherapy, honesty huts in Jersey and home and garden trends.

As I always, I hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as I have enjoyed putting it together.

Sophie Wilkinson @sophlwilko

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FASHION AZTEC PRINT TUNIC DRESSES Stunning Aztec print tunic dresses, in an array of colours, now available at Affinity. This easy-towear tunic is loose and comfortable - perfect for warm summer days.

Available from Affinity

WHAT'S NEW The latest collections and brands available now

CELIAB AT CHICHI CeliaB, a Spanish brand founded in 2012, design fun, passionate, and timeless clothing. With a passion for textiles, craftsmanship and a strong commitment to sustainability, The eccentric pieces are made for women who want to express their individuality.

Available from Chichi Boutique

THE LATEST COLLECTION FROM HAVEN Spring into summer with the new Haven, Australian brand, for The Gooseberry Bush. Pretty ditsy floral print in blue/grey & pink/black, natural breathable fabrics in 3 sizes. Tiered strap sun-dresses, floaty kimonos, wide tops & loose tunics in the floral print. Easy tops & pullon trousers in plain flint grey, pink & white, metallic worded T-shirts and beach sarongs.

Available from The Gooseberry Bush

PINK CITY PRINTS Pink City Prints work closely with artisans in India to create beautiful hand-made women's wear which celebrates the beauty of craft and sustainable fashion.

Each piece has been worked on by hand; whether handspun, printed or embroidered, using techniques which have been passed from generation to generation.

Available from Nautilus 11

Service with a smile

The Gooseberry Bush, Rondel’s Farm, La Rue du Haut de l’Orme, Trinity (Turn opposite Union Inn, Queens Road) Tel: 01534 726224 | FB: The Gooseberry Bush, Jersey Open Tuesday - Saturday 10-5pm & Sunday 10-2pm (Closed Mondays!)

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STYLE

SHOPPING The pieces on our wish list

SUNGLASSES £261, GUCCI AT VOISINS

BLOUSE £76.50, SAMSOE AT VOISINS

DRESS £160, PINK CITY PRINTS AT NAUTILUS

BAG £266, KATE SPADE AT VOISINS

DRESS £250, CHICHI

TOP £54, CHICHI

SHORTS £54.50, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

SANDALS £104, GANNI AT VOISINS

SKIRT £24.99, CHICHI

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MICHAEL KORS

STYLE

SEASIDE

Whether you prefer gingham or stripes, a sea of blues and greens will have you seaside ready

EARRINGS £18, HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

BLOUSE £113, GANNI AT VOISINS

MIU MIU

BAG £62, BULAGGI AT NAUTILUS

TOP £32, SELECTED FEMME AT VOISINS

SHORTS £126, MICHAEL KORS AT VOISINS

DRESS £64.99, CHICHI

SKIRT £161, LAUREN RALPH LAUREN AT VOISINS

MARIO DICE

SWIMSUIT £72, SEAFOLLY AT VOISINS

MULES £104, SELECTED FEMME AT VOISINS

SHORTS £39.99, CHICHI

BAG £225, KATE SPADE AT VOISINS

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GABRIELA HEARST

STYLE

MONOCHROME DOLCE AND GABBANA

Channel your inner Disney villain with a fresh take on monochrome

DRESS £155, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

TUNIC £59.99, AFFINITY

PORTS 1961

DRESS £74.50, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

SKIRT £79, CHICHI BAG £34.50, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

SLIDERS £89.10, WHISTLES AT VOISINS

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DIOR

STYLE

A NATURAL APPROACH

From perfectly minimalist to effortlessly cool, natural colours and materials are the go-to for an easy summer look

BAG £59, CHICHI HAT £20, MONSOON

DRESS £155, ODD MOLLY AT NAUTILUS

BRALETTE £29, FREE PEOPLE AT VOISINS

HAT £14, NAUTILUS KNIT £122, ODD MOLLY AT NAUTILUS

VALENTINO

BANGLE £68, KATE SPADE AT VOISINS

BAG £170, RALPH LAUREN AT VOISINS

SANDALS £107.10, KURT GEIGER AT VOISINS

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affinity 20

01534 626880 21 La Colomberie, St Helier

STYLE STUDS £54, KATE SPADE AT VOISINS

OPULENT

After a year in loungewear, who wouldn't want to dress up?

BRANDON MAXWELL

DRESS £POA, BA&SH PARIS AT VOISINS

HEELS £103.50, STEVE MADDEN AT VOISINS

EARRINGS £58, HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

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PROMOTION

LUELLA ROCKERFELLA Lauren Burnett tells Sophie Wilkinson about her latest photoshoot, inspired by the fierce women of the southern states.

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auren Burnett started Luella Rockerfella whilst in early recovery from addiction. She learnt everything about business using transferable skills from her past, and with pure grit and determination, began building her empire.

Luella Rockerfella has always represented the misfits, the outcasts, the weirdos, those that feel they don't fit in with the mainstream.

"We call them our girl gangsters - women who are unapologetically themselves. They know they don't fit inside a neat little box in which society thinks women should act. They bounce to the beat of their own drum. Our hashtag #girlgangster means so much more than a tagline."

Like many businesses, Luella Rockerfella hit some tough times during the pandemic, but they continue to fight like in the brand's spirit. Lauren recently styled and directed a photoshoot promoting Luella Rockerfella's latest collection.

"The shoot was inspired by an L King song, Baby Outlaw. The fierce women of the southern states of America with their cowgirl boots on. Their southern charm, wit, strength and character embodied the characteristics of our girl gangsters. Our UK chav subculture also inspired us. We at Luella Rockerfella love a subculture!"

Luella Rockerfella wants to empower women to evolve, expand and take risks. Whether that be in fashion or business. Own your past and create your future #GirlGangster www.luellarockerfella.com

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"Their southern charm, wit, strength and character embodied the characteristics of our girl gangsters."

MODELS: ASHLYN JOPSON RUBY MORRISON ROBYN KENT MEGAN HOLLINGSWORTH HAIR: STEPH WHITEHEAD MAKEUP: MAKEUP BY NANDA

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STYLE

Beach essentials Heading to the beach? Here's everything you'll need...

DRESS £149, GANNI AT VOISINS

SWIMSUIT £70.25, CALVIN KLEIN AT VOISINS BAG £28.50, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

SHORTS £45, CHICHI

SWIMSUIT £82, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

SANDALS £166, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH SANDALS £89, ALDO AT VOISINS

BAG £45, CHICHI

SWIMSUIT £75.50, TOMMY HILFIGER AT VOISINS

BIKINI TOP £38, BOTTOMS £35, ALL SAINTS AT VOISINS

SHORTS £88, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

FLIPFLOPS £26.95, HAVAIANAS AT AMELIE SARONG £24.50, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

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STYLE

SWIMSUIT £82, ARMANI EXCHANGE AT NAUTILUS

SWIM SET £145, SUNDRESS AT NAUTILUS

DRESS £148, PINK CITY PRINTS AT NAUTILUS VISOR £45, CHICHI

SHORTS £24.99, AFFINITY

SANDALS £59, KURT GEIGER AT VOISINS

BIKINI TOP £95, BOTTOMS £59, GANNI AT VOISINS

BAG £162, MARC JACOBS AT VOISINS

DRESS £85, CHICHI

BIKINI TOP £58.50, BOTTOMS £39, SEAFOLLY AT VOISINS

POUCH £25, ELIZABETH SCARLETT AT HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

KAFTAN £138, PRANELLA AT NAUTILUS

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SANDALS £117, MICHAEL KORS AT VOISINS

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Throwing shade Toni Neil is photographed in this season's hottest shades

DRESS £50, AFFINITY SUNGLASSES £240, TOM FORD AT VOISINS

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FASHION

DRESS £148, PINK CITY PRINTS AT NAUTILUS SUNGLASSES £115, KATE SPADE AT POUR TOI

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DRESS £148, PINK CITY PRINTS AT NAUTILUS SUNGLASSES £240, CHLOE AT VOISINS

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FASHION

DRESS £148, PINK CITY PRINTS AT NAUTILUS SUNGLASSES £90, CHIMI AT VOISINS

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DRESS £195, BELLA DAHL AT NAUTILUS SUNGLASSES £209, TIFFANY & CO AT POUR TOI

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FASHION

DRESS £195, BELLA DAHL AT NAUTILUS SUNGLASSES £226, BULGARI AT POUR TOI

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Summer escape Bold prints and gold jewellery are the perfect pairing for a hot summer's day

MARK STEPHENSON PHOTOGRAPHS GOSIA AT LA HAULE MANOR MAKEUP BY KATE MORRISON

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DRESS £422, DEA KUDIBAL AT NAUTILUS 35

DRESS £125, ONE SEASON AT NAUTILUS BELT £68, REISS AT VOISINS BAG £45, EARRINGS £28, NECKLACE £29, ALL CHICHI

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DRESS £306, SELF-PORTRAIT NECKLACE £50, RALPH LAUREN BOTH AT VOISINS

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DRESS £79.99, BAG £45, EARRINGS £28, NECKLACE £29, CUFF £34, ALL CHICHI

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DRESS £203, SCOTCH & SODA AT VOISINS

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DRESS £39.99, AFFINITY NECKLACE £63, RALPH LAUREN AT VOISINS

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SWIMSUIT £149, GANNI SKIRT £113, KITRI NECKLACE £63, RALPH LAUREN ALL AT VOISINS

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CHARITY

THE SALVATION ARMY How many of us buy a coffee every day? Many of us will. But how many of us buy a coffee from somewhere they know the money will be used to support those living here in Jersey? Emily Smith, community centre manager for The Salvation Army, explains

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estled away on Minden Street behind the car park is The Salvation Army. With its bright red doors and iconic shield, the Jersey hub supports hundreds of islanders every year.

From our base in St Helier, we run a community café and charity shop. We work with several other agencies and charities, run a food bank, support islanders leaving sheltered accommodation to move into rented homes, work with volunteers on back to work placements and much more.

Just last year, we supported hundreds of individuals and invested thousands of pounds in buying food to feed those within the community. In April 2019, the pandemic hit our island, and we saw a huge rise of people financially struggling. We couldn’t sit back and do nothing and decided we needed to do something to help. We worked in partnership with existing food banks, The Grace Trust and Saint Vincent de Paul, to coordinate a food bank from our site. Our team of volunteers delivered to 600 people a week at the height of the crisis. Between March and August last year, we distributed more than 18,000 tins of baked beans,

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6,000 loaves of bread, 14,500 tins of tuna and 11.1 tonnes of rice. We are still supporting a number of those individuals now. As well as offering financial support, we also provide pastoral support and a listening ear. The Salvation Army is not only a charity but a church too. We operate in more than 130 countries globally, and at the centre of what we do is our church. There is always someone available in the café to talk to during our opening hours, and we meet every Sunday at 10.30am for our church service. We are currently meeting in various locations, so please keep an eye on our Facebook page for more details.

At the heart of our hub is our community café, which is open Monday to Friday between 9am until 4pm. Every day from our café we serve free, homemade soup made on site by our café assistants. The café is a meeting place for people who may feel lonely or isolated, it’s a welcoming place where everyone is treated as equal and with dignity and respect, and it’s a safe place. As well as serving soup, we have a range of affordable food on offer. The café also acts as a meeting place for various agencies doing incredible work on the island.

Clockwise from top Left: Clothes bin, Charity Shop, Items from a food bag, Free soup in the cafe, Shop volunteer, Tommy Dickinson

And the good work doesn’t stop there. We are also passionate about protecting our planet. As well as running our charity shop, we manage 60 green clothing bins across Jersey. We actively promote the benefits of buying secondhand clothing and think it is really important the clothes sold in our shop are affordable. Our green clothing bins help keep less than 1% of textile waste from going to landfill.

The green bins are emptied regularly by The Salvation Army Trading Company and the majority of the clothes are repurposed and used for things like home installation or cleaning products. We also benefit financially from the clothing bins and thousands of pounds is returned to Jersey every year thanks to you donating clothes.

For many people in Jersey, going to work can be a huge step, which is why our volunteer placements are so important. We have been working with Highlands College for a number of years and support students studying on

their Life Skills course. We also work with the government and the Back to Work recruitment service, and Jersey Employment Trust to offer volunteer placements to islanders looking for work. We have volunteers in both our café and charity shop, as well as helping us make and deliver our food parcels.

We couldn’t do any of this work without donations, grants and money spent in our café. Something as simple as spending £1 on a cup of tea or £2 on your daily coffee means we can continue supporting people here in Jersey.

Next time you’re in St Helier and fancy a brew, why not come and see us through the big red doors on Minden Street.  For more information like our Facebook page [The Salvation Army – Church and community work in Jersey], follow us on Instagram [salvation_army_jersey] or pop in and see us.

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KIDS WATER IS ALL AROUND ME

LA LILOU BOUTIQUE La Lilou Boutique specialises in beautiful and unique children’s clothing from newborn up to age 16.

You will find well known brands including Tommy Hilfiger and Timberland, as well as Spanish brand, Mayoral who offer high quality, versatile pieces bursting with personality and fun.

If you're looking for something a little bit different, head to La Lilou Boutique who can help make your child stand out from the crowd.

From July, La Lilou Boutique will also be stocking Ralph Lauren in ages 0-16 years.

Jersey Water has published a specially commissioned children’s story book 'Water is all around me'. In the story, a little girl called Lucy and her friend Colin the Crab discover why water is so special and how important it is they protect it. Children can spot lots of local landmarks such as Mont Orgueil Castle, Corbière Lighthouse and Val de la Mare Reservoir as well as learning the process of how water travels from sky to tap. For more information visit www.jerseywater.je/storybook

FOR THE LITTLE ONES The latest news and products for your little ones

La Lilou Boutique 4 Bath Street, St Helier 01534 724946

SPF50 COMFORT CREAM Specially developed for kids whose delicate skin requires high protection.

You can rest easy knowing your little ones are completely sun-protected with Lancaster's waterresistant SPF50 cream. £17.25, LANCASTER AT VOISINS

BESPOKE CLOTHING My Little Jersey has been creating bright and bold bespoke clothing for young children, and the occasional adult since 2018.

Whilst on maternity leave in 2018 Suzy identified a lack of choice when it came to exciting colours for her newborn son so she set about making her own. She was soon making them for friends and family before founding My Little Jersey and opening her order books to the public.

Whilst specialising in newborn to age 6, Suzy will take on most challenges and has made a number of mother and daughter matching items. You can contact Suzy via Facebook or Instagram at My Little Jersey.

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STYLE FOR ALL OUTINGS

3-PIECE SET £25, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE

BEACH BABY SUNGLASSES £12, CHICHI TOWELLING COVER £27.95, JOULES AT VOISINS PLAYSUIT £25, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE TWO PIECE £22.95, JOULES AT VOISINS

JELLY SHOES £10, MAMAROO CAP £12.99, CHICHI T-SHIRT FROM £14, MY LITTLE JERSEY

FLIP-FLOPS £17.50, HAVAIANAS AT AMELIE

A TRIP TO THE PARK HAT £14, CHICHI DRESS £35, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE

SHORTS £19, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE TOP £14.95, JOULES AT VOISINS

SUNGLASSES £8.95, MAMAROO

SHORTS £16.95, JOULES AT VOISINS BAG £16, CHICHI

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SHORTS AND TOP SET £14, MAMAROO

STYLE

PARTY TIME DRESS £44, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE

SHIRT £27.95, JOULES AT VOISINS

SHORTS £28, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE

BAG £29, CHICHI

BAG £17, CHICHI

LEATHER SANDALS FROM £25, NEXT

SHORTS AND TOP SET £38, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE ROMPER FROM £22, MY LITTLE JERSEY SANDALS £25, MONSOON

MAC £48, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE

FOR THE RAINY DAYS

RUBBER COAT £42.95, JOULES AT VOISINS

ROMPER FROM £21, MY LITTLE JERSEY DRESS £32, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE BROLLY £10, WHITE STUFF

CANVAS BOOTS £22.50, MAMAROO

WELLIES £24.95, JOULES AT VOISINS

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PROMOTION

MAMAROO; GENDER-NEUTRAL CLOTHING MamaRoo, a new children's clothing company, has a strong focus on gender-neutral pieces. Martina, the founder, tells us all about the business.

WHY DID YOU START MAMAROO? The idea for the business started from struggling to find clothing items that I liked for my two boys. I found myself going into clothing shops and seeing the same generic patterns (dinosaurs, trucks, checkered prints etc.)

I began to shop online, but the shipping costs and ways of getting the clothes on the island didn't work. Some popular brands are charging a £20 shipping fee; couple this with having goods held by customs and online shopping is no longer feasible.

As a busy working mum, I felt it would make sense to have a clothing brand available for minimalist shoppers to shop from their phone in their free time and collect when convenient for them. With two children under the age of 3, I find parking and shopping in town difficult, with less time to 'browse', and this is where MamaRoo could solve the issue.

WHY ARE YOU FOCUSING ON GENDERNEUTRAL CLOTHING? I fully believe there is a gap in the market here in Jersey for children's clothing. Not only is there a gap in this sector, but the vast gap is providing gender-neutral clothing for people who like minimalist designs. You will often walk into a shop and find it divided into boy/girl sections - as a mother of sons, I find myself shopping in the girl's area for clothes. After talking to other mother's, I found many are doing the same and struggle to find plain clothing. At Mamaroo, we are trying to combat the idea of shopping for 'pink or blue' and allow you to simply 'shop' for your child, regardless of their gender.

HOW REGULARLY WILL STOCK BE UPDATED? We will be updating stock seasonally, but this will differ.

We will restock bestselling items, listen to our customers and offer something we think they will love.

WHAT AGES ARE AVAILABLE? We are currently stocking between ages 0-5.

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HOW CAN I PLACE AN ORDER? Orders can be placed via Instagram DMs, Facebook Messenger, or contacting our work mobile (07797 817961).

CAN I COLLECT MY ORDER? Collections are available to make it more convenient for busy working parents. We usually need a couple of days to make sure clothing is lovingly packed, but find this the most suitable method for our customers. We also offer island-wide delivery service for £2.50 or free on any orders over £50.

Mamaroo can be found on Facebook (@mamaroojsy) and Instagram (@mamaroo_jsy)

DRESS £99.99, PEBBLE BAG £35, TED BAKER AT VOISINS

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Family days Mark Stephenson photographs Julian, Kelly, Issac and Siena Gray at Hamptonne Country Life Museum Makeup by Kate Morrison

ISSAC WEARS SHIRT £24 & SHORTS £22, BOTH MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE SIENA WEARS DRESS £30, MAYORAL AT LA LILOU BOUTIQUE

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FAMILY

KELLY WEARS DRESS £324, SELF-PORTRAIT AT VOISINS JULIAN WEARS SHIRT £90, ARMANI EXCHANGE & SHORTS £71, HUGO BOSS BOTH AT VOISINS

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BEAUTY SPF PRODUCTS Protect yourself from the sun with the latest, innovative SPF products.

SPF50 BODY PRIMER £19.25, PAUL & JOE

SPF30 FACE STICK £10.50, SUN BUM

SPF50 DROPS £39.40, RODIAL

BEAUTY BUZZ The latest beauty news, trends and products

HAIR REPAIR

Hair in need of a deep condition? Look no further...

OLAPLEX NO. 8 BOND REPAIR MOISTURE MASK £22.75

FRESH & FLORAL Nettare Di Sole is part of Guerlain's Aqua Allegoria collection, a series of fresh eau de toilettes, with sophisticated and escapist evocations of the green and gold hills of Calabria.

The sun-drenched fragrance expresses notes of white flowers and honey, immersed in subtle aquatic notes.

OUAI THICK HAIR TREATMENT MASQUE £28

£69, Voisins DAVINES HEART OF GLASS INTENSE TREATMENT £17.50

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BEAUTY SHAKE UP Stuck in a beauty product rut?

Rejig your routine and update your bathroom cabinet with the latest skin and beauty products.

DIOR PRESTIGE LA CRÈME £242, VOISINS

RMS BEAUTY OIL £64.75, FEEL UNIQUE

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HE-SHI HYALURONIC FACIAL MIST £15.25, VOISINS

BOBBI BROWN SOOTHING CLEANSING OIL £31, VOISINS

KIEHL'S HYDRO-PLUMPING SERUM CONCENTRATE £52.20, VOISINS

"Do something incredible this season...

Look and feel great for the age you are."

New for 2021!

Introducing AQUAGOLD Fine Touch

A nurse led clinic offering medical laser treatments and non-surgical procedures

• Over two decades of successful treatments

• Reliable, convenient

sessions you can do in your lunch break

• Laser, dermal fillers,

wrinkle relaxing injections and lip fillers

All current safety regulations in place

Contact Julie Naidu or Kathrin Baumert to book your consultation Island Medical Centre 14 Gloucester Street St Helier

01534 888272 info@thelasercentrejersey.co.uk www.thelasercentrejersey.co.uk

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THE ULTIMATE SUMMER LOOK

With the days getting warmer, it’s time to switch up your makeup routine. Think dewy sun-kissed skin, bright eyes and a slightly better version of your own lips. Kate Morrison shares her favourite products for the ultimate summer look.

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MAKEUP

MAC STUDIO FACE AND BODY FOUNDATION £32

SPF My favourite brand for SPF is the Heliocare range. They offer a product for every skin type and concern, harnessing the power of plants to protect the skin and prevent the signs of ageing.

Also available in tints and foundations.

For the all-year foundation wearer, I love Mac’s Prep + Prime Face protect SPF50; the silky, non-oily formula melts into the skin and has the added benefit of preventing the appearance of dark circles. The formula also creates a soft-focus finish when worn under foundation.

DEWY SKIN The ultimate for dewy skin is MAC Face + Body foundation.

This iconic lightweight liquid is a staple of makeup artists around the world. The hydrating formula glides on skin, can be used as an instant self-tan all over and is waterproof and transfer-resistant when dry. Top tip: Squeeze some into your fingertips and rub hands vigorously together until the formula thickens to increase coverage and apply with fingers where needed.

For those with oily skin, fear not, set with a dusting of Hourglass Veil Translucent setting powder. The formula leaves an invisible natural skin finish while minimising the appearance of pores and lines. Top tip: bake that under eye for extra-long wear.

Cream products are the seasons must-have. What better place to start than cult favourite Nars “Orgasm” shade in Liquid Blush for a long-lasting natural glow? Pop some on your lips too!

HELIOCARE OIL FREE GEL SPF50 £31 NARS ORGASM LIQUID BLUSH £26

HOURGLASS VEIL TRANSLUCENT SETTING POWDER £39.40

BOLD EYES This is the summer of the epic eye. It’s all about experimenting with bold hues of shadow and liner. Get the look with Huda Beauty Obsession palettes; these versatile mini palettes come in various colours, with nine shades of highly pigmented mattes and shimmers in each palette.

Compliment the look with the fierce fox eye trend using longlasting, smudge-resistant, waterproof Kat Von D tattoo liner.

Top tip: start with an eyeshadow to help guide the shape. Or mix it up with NYX Vivid bright coloured liquid liners available in all colours of the rainbow. Use the liner and shadows as the perfect accessory to match any outfit.

NATURAL LIP As makeup trends have generally veered to the more natural recently, make sure to pair that bold eye with a natural hued lip.

Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer comes in 6 shades specifically created to flatter your skin tone.

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WELLNESS

Breaking the taboo Women's issues, including menopause and endometriosis, are becoming subjects discussed by mainstream media, but more needs to be done to raise awareness.

Words by Harriet Rouse

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enopause. Endometriosis. Miscarriage. Infertility. All these hushhush subjects that have been whispered about for generations are finally – finally - becoming subjects that are talked about regularly by mainstream media. Women are starting to talk more and – perhaps more importantly – talk louder.

From Davina McCall's 'Sex, Myths and the Menopause', to Caitlin Moran's 'More Than a Woman' and Kristen Scott Thomas's wonderful speech in Fleabag (worth a google if you've not seen it), suddenly women are openly talking about their symptoms and seeking answers and solutions. The last decade has seen a tangible movement towards talking about problems that have previously been offlimits. And thank goodness. It's about time.  63

Throughout medical history, the default for data has been The Average Man. From height to weight, everything from Crash Test Dummies to the data on heart attack symptoms to the size of your mobile phone (yup, men's hands, which explains why some of the larger phone models need a two-handed approach from women) has drawn on data that has been based on the male default. Caroline Crido Perez, in her book 'Invisible Women', explores this incredibly well, touching on so many aspects of our everyday life – and medical treatments – that simply do not consider how women are different from men.

However, female fertility, menopause, and chronic conditions such as endometriosis have always been largely ignored or talked about in hushed tones are uniquely female issues. So often, our symptoms are very much thought of as something that we need to suffer through in silence. The assumption that we moan too much about our pain, that we should accept period pains are just part of life. And heavy flow?! That's not something we need to talk about!

And don't bring up clots, anaemia, debilitating pain or anything very much associated with periods. As for fertility, it's so easy to ignore it when a friend has a fertility issue, lest they actually talk to you about the challenging and emotional journey that they may be enduring. But sometimes it's OK to ask someone how they really are. And to listen to what they are experiencing. We might have been told that people don't need to hear the details, but perhaps sometimes we do so that we can all start to understand and support our friends, family and colleagues more openly.

Things are beginning to change. Perhaps because our generation has so many strong female voices to represent them, not just a front for what we are supposed to be. Maybe we are the first generation of women with immediate access to so many other women through social media. There has also been a seismic shift in the last fifty years, resulting in many more female doctors who can at least empathise with the symptoms that we have. Instead of accepting the brain fog and hot flushes as something we should get on with, or the monthly agony, or the desperate sadness of infertility, we are looking for answers. Instead of shutting up about it, we are looking for answers, they are looking for solutions, and we aren't accepting 'it's just part of life' as an answer for symptoms

that not only impact day to day life but can put a tangible constraint on living it.

Endometriosis, a condition in which the lining grows outside of the womb, is another such subject that is finally entering the headlines. See, it turns out painful, heavy periods are not necessarily just 'part of life'; there is sometimes an underlying cause. Whilst diagnosis is still taking far too long (with far too few specialists for what is a highly specialised condition), it turns out there are loads of sufferers out there – and we are starting to talk.

Journalist Ria Wolstenholme has worked tirelessly to increase awareness of endometriosis. As she says, "growing up in a dominant female family meant next to nothing was off the table when it came to open honest discussion. So, for me, the taboo surrounding talking about women's health was alien to me until I first got told I "didn't need to go into detail" when discussing my endometriosis with a man for the first time. The idea that if your health issue is linked to your reproductive organs makes it a conversation only fit for the ears of other women or a health professional is exactly why so many women suffer in silence. Having endometriosis means I've had to get comfortable talking openly about my periods, pains and intimate details about my private life to doctors, friends and family alike. If I don't, then nobody would know what I'm going through. If I didn't speak up, nobody would be able to do it for me. And I hope that the more is done to stop trivialising and undermining women's health, the better we all get at speaking honestly and openly about what we're going through."

That women's health issues have been whispered about rather than openly discussed previously isn't entirely surprising. My Grannie remarked of my miscarriage that it was 'no doubt for the best, not out of cold-heartedness, but because that's what she'd told herself when she'd had one several decades earlier. When I asked a friend in their sixties for their experience of menopause, she said that it was very hard to explain symptoms of menopause to a male GP, or for a male Consultant to understand the difference between standard cramps and ones that were something to worry about.

Women only learned by talking to other women, and so much of it was deemed taboo. Even now, 'period chat' isn't one that you see many women entirely comfortable discussing.

"So often, our symptoms are very much thought of as something that we need to suffer through in silence."

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We need to keep talking, and we need to keep talking loudly. We need to create dialogue around the conversations that make women and men uncomfortable.

If we talk about it, they'll start to not be things that people are uncomfortable hearing about.

We need to normalise miscarriage and baby loss; we need people to talk openly about fertility struggles and chronic debilitating conditions. We absolutely need to talk more about perimenopause, menopause, and the havoc that fluctuating hormones can play, because it's not something that we have to just put up with anymore.

There are beginning to be viable alternatives to suffering in silence, and the scare stories surrounding HRT are being largely debunked. Thousands of women are realising that there is an answer… and even if it's not quite the answer they were looking for, they are not alone; they are certainly not going mad.

"We need to create dialogue around the conversations that make women and men uncomfortable."

Above all, though, we must always be honest with each other. The more we talk about these things, the more normalised they become.

The less we feel embarrassment or shame, and the more we understand what other people may be going through, we can strive forward in progressive treatments and medications that work. And, perhaps most importantly, we can cease to associate any sort of shame with not coping with symptoms. There is no shame. Half the population are there with you.  65

Aromatherapy You may have heard of aromatherapy, but are you aware of the benefits essential oils offer?

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romatherapy has become something of a buzzword recently. Whilst the use of essential oils has been around for centuries, we're rediscovering the profound health benefits of essential oils due to the rise in holistic approaches to selfcare and growing scientific validation.

What is aromatherapy?

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of smell and skin absorption via diffusers, aromatic spritzers, inhalers and facial steamers. Products made with essential oils can also be purchased, including bath salts, body oils, creams, and lotions. With a few exceptions, essential oils should never be used neat and should be mixed with a carrier oil such as coconut or jojoba oil before applying topically.

When inhaled, the scent in essential oils travels directly from the olfactory nerves to the brain and significantly impacts the amygdala, the brain's emotional centre.

WELLNESS

"Combining essential oils to create a synergistic blend creates even more benefits."

Aromatherapy can help manage pain, improve sleep quality and reduce stress and anxiety. It has many other benefits and is said to help soothe sore joints, treat headaches and migraines, and improve digestion and boost immunity.

As awareness of the benefits of essential oils increases, aromatherapy is gaining more recognition in science and medicine. According to Expert Market Research, The global aromatherapy market size was estimated at USD 1.5 billion in 2020 and is expected to witness a CAGR (Compound annual growth rate) of 10.6% over the forecast period of 2021-2026.

What are essential oils?

In short, essential oils are basically plant extracts. They're made by steaming or pressing various parts of a plant (flowers, bark, leaves or fruit) to capture the compounds that produce fragrance. It can take several pounds of a plant to create a single bottle of essential oil.

Essential oils are not regulated and do not have to meet any purity standards. When buying essential oils, look for bottles that contain a single essential oil in its purest form (100% essential oil with no other fillers). Fragrance or perfume oils are made from essential oils combined with chemicals or entirely from chemicals, so they are not suitable for aromatherapy.

Health experts have warned about misleading products, including those using the label 'therapeutic grade'. There is no such thing as 'therapeutic grade' or 'certified pure' essential oils; this is simply a marketing tool that stems from the '90s.

it comes to aromatherapy; for example, whilst lavender is widely known for its calming properties, if you can't stand the smell, then it's probably not for you.

Each essential oil has an array of unique healing properties, uses, and effects. Combining essential oils to create a synergistic blend creates even more benefits.

Safety guide As you explore the uses of essential oils, pay attention to how the different oils and methods affect you. Always talk to your doctor before starting any aromatherapy treatment. Remember that aromatherapy should be a complementary therapy; it should not replace any doctorapproved treatment plan. 

POPULAR USES FOR ESSENTIAL OILS SLEEP & RELAXATION: Lavender, chamomile, rose ANXIETY: Vetiver, neroli, geranium ENERGY: Eucalyptus, peppermint, rosemary MOOD BOOST: Bergamot, jasmine, lemon

Essential oils for beginners If you're new to aromatherapy, you will be forgiven for feeling overwhelmed at the number of oils and combinations available. There is no one-size-fits-all when

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Pink pepper & rosemary infused bath oil. Drop 2-3 drops in your bath, and sit back and relax.

LIQUID GOLD BATH OIL £28, WWW.HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

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SORE MUSCLES: Vetiver, peppermint, pine

Pause No 3, is a refreshing blend of Vetivert, Rosewood, Pine Needle and Fir 100% Essential Oils. Other blends available

ELECTRIC DIFFUSER LAMP £87.50, AMELIE

100% ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND £15, AMELIE

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LIFESTYLE CUSHION £24, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

72CM POMPOM STEM £1.25, DUNELM

CANDLE JAR £10, NEXT

ALL YELLOW

CUSHION £24.99, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

HOME TRENDS The latest trends and products for your home and garden

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WHIMSICAL

Add a playful touch to your home, and show off your unique style with fun, decorative pieces.

Illuminating yellow has burst onto the colour scene throughout fashion and interiors. Bring a little sunshine into your home with bold furniture and accessories.

LARGE GIRAFFE JUG £27.50, AMELIE

PARROT JUG £10.50, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

SUMMERHOUSES

With modern day living we all need a place to escape where we can take time out from the pressures of everyday living. Not only do summerhouses provide an additional living space, but they come in all shapes and sizes to suit most gardens.

CERAMIC POT £6, DUNELM

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Bringing the inside out

Our gardens are an extension of our indoor spaces, so look for outdoor sofas, garden rugs, cushions and potted plants for a welcoming, homely feel.

INDOOR OUTDOOR RUG 160X130CM £69, DUNELM

DECK CHAIR £69, DUNELM

25CM WEAVE POT £17.99, THE HIDDEN GARDEN

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SEAT PAD £16, THE GOOSEBERRY BUSH

Water really is special.

I’m going to look after it by...

...turning off the tap.

...taking short showers.

...and collecting rain water for the garden.

With the help of Lucy and Colin the Crab, discover why water is so special and why we must all protect it. The duo explain how children and their families and friends can save water.

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The Jersey Water Storybook, Water is all around me – aimed at children aged 3-5 years old has been produced by Jersey Water.

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DINING

SET OF 4 NAUTICAL DINNER PLATES £17.50, MARKS & SPENCER

SET OF 4 NAPKINS £38.50, AMELIE

SET OF 4 WINE GLASSES £18, NEXT

LARGE MATCHES £7.20, HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

Dinner party Whether you're dining in or out, these tableware pieces will leave a lasting impression on your guests

BUD VASE FROM £8, HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

8L DRINK DISPENSER £15, DUNELM LAURA ASHLEY PLACEMAT £9.85, VOISINS HOME

NAUTICAL PLATTER £12, MARKS & SPENCER

BUTTER DISH £25.95, AMELIE

SET OF 3 CANDLES £14, HARRIETANDROSE.CO.UK

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WHAT TO SERVE...

2021 is brimming with culinary nostalgia; people are looking back a generation and searching for recipes like prawn cocktail, chicken Cordon Bleu and Black Forrest gateaux. Christian Gott shares his favourite canapés, which can all be prepared in advance.

CLASSIC BRUSCHETTA INGREDIENTS • 8 large tomatoes, deseeded and chopped • 1 medium-sized baguette • ½ red onion, peeled and chopped • A small handful of fresh basil • 150ml quality extra virgin olive oil • A splash of white balsamic vinegar • A pinch of golden caster sugar • Sea salt and black pepper METHOD 1. In a large bowl, carefully mix onions, tomatoes, garlic and sugar, trying not to break the tomato flesh. Add balsamic vinegar and half of the oil, season, and mix again. Cover and chill for at least an hour.

2. Preheat oven to 180C. Slice the baguette diagonally into approx. a dozen pieces and place on a non-stick baking tray. Drizzle with the remaining oil, season and bake for 15-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool.

3. Around half an hour before serving, remove the tomato mix from the fridge. Tear the basil and carefully mix it into the tomato topping, and spoon onto the baked bread.

BLACKBERRY VIRGIN MOJITO INGREDIENTS FOR THE MINT SYRUP: • Handful of fresh mint leaves • 160g granulated sugar • 220ml water FOR THE MOJITO: • 150g blackberries • 1 tsp granulated sugar • Juice of 1 lime • Ice • 350ml sparkling water • Fresh mint, for garnish

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METHOD 1. In a small pan, crush the mint leaves, add the sugar and water and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Boil for 3 minutes and leave to cool to room temperature.

Strain into a glass.

2. In a small bowl, add blackberries and sugar, and crush with a wooden spoon. Divide blackberries between 4 glasses and add 2 tbsp of the syrup and 2 tbsp of lime juice to each glass.

3. Fill glasses with ice and sparkling water, and garnish with mint.

RECIPES

DEVILLED EGGS

CRAB AND PRAWN BLINIS INGREDIENTS • 100g fresh white crab meat • 50g cocktail prawns • 80g quality crème fraiche • Juice and zest of half a lemon • 1 tbs finely chopped dill • Freshly ground sea salt • A pinch of white pepper • Pack of ready-made blinis

METHOD 1. Mix all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and store in the fridge.

2. Warm blinis in oven and spoon crab mix on top.

3. Garnish with a little extra dill if required and served immediately.

INGREDIENTS • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and cooled • 80g French mayonnaise • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • The white of 2 spring onions, finely chopped • ¼ teaspoon celery salt • A pinch of cayenne pepper METHOD 1. Peel the eggs, slice in half and carefully scoop out the yolks. Add the yolks to a bowl and mash with the back of a fork. Add remaining ingredients and beat until smooth. Store in the fridge until required.

2. Spoon the mix between the halved egg whites and sprinkle with Cayenne pepper.

ROSÉ SANGRIA INGREDIENTS • 750ml bottle of quality Spanish rosé wine • 50ml Cointreau or other orange liqueur • Juice of 1 large orange • 1 tbsp golden caster sugar • 300ml sparkling water • 200g strawberries, hulled and sliced • 2 small limes, washed and sliced • A small handful of fresh mint sprigs METHOD 1. Place strawberries, limes, sugar, Cointreau and orange juice into a jug and chill in the fridge with the wine and the sparkling water.

2. To serve, add the wine and stir well, then top up with sparkling water and garnish with the mint.

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Honesty huts When you think of honesty huts does your mind immediately go to fruit, vegetables, and flowers? There are some amazing honesty huts serving a range of produce from homemade jams, chutneys, cordials, cakes, and other treats.

IZZY’S SHED Isabelle Jepson

Isabelle Jepson set up Izzy's Shed and started selling her produce in July 2020.

She specialises in jams, chutneys, sauces, relishes and cordials. Her aim is to produce products with a twist, things you cannot buy in the supermarket.

"I just love the creativity of producing original products by mixing different ingredients, sometimes a bit random but it works most of the time!"

The homemade jams are much lower in sugar than commercial ones, with only 40% sugar compared to 60-70% in store bought jams. The chutneys are all made in small batches using fresh ingredients sourced mainly from Homefield growers but also from friends gardens. Unrefined sugars are used whenever possible as well as quality vinegars, red and white wine and cider.

"It's very rewarding to receive positive comments from my customers and as they keep coming back and trying new things it must be good!"

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PEAR AND FIG JAM Serve with Foie Gras, Liver Pâté and Cheese £4.50

LOCAL PRODUCE

DAISY’S COUNTRY BAKES Daisy Larbalestier

Due to the pandemic, Daisy found herself unemployed, which gave her the push she needed to start her own venture.

“I’ve always loved the idea of having my own little shop, selling my own produce and all kinds of exciting goodies. With the pandemic encouraging an incredible amount of support to small local businesses and roadside stallholders, this really inspired me to open up an honesty box, which happened to turn into an Honesty Hut - and the story continues!”

The Honesty Hut is filled with country delights, including preserves, gifts and plants. You’ll also find delicious home bakes.

“Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve baked and baked and baked! I studied Home Economics for GCSE and A-Level and went on to Highlands College to gain my Diploma

in Culinary Arts. After being lucky enough to have numerous work experiences in Michelin Star restaurants, my plan was to one day become a chef, but inevitably found myself down a different path altogether.”

Another aspect Daisy is excited about is the blossoming of cake orders for customers’ special occasions.

“I offer a wide range of bakes to order as well as layer cakes personalised to each and every request - if you have a desire to enquire, please get in touch! I post daily updates on my latest offerings on Facebook and Instagram - “Daisy’s Country Bakes”. Being in an area on La Route de St Jean with other honesty boxes nearby, it makes for a fantastic outing filled with a variety of local delights!”

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A HIDDEN TREASURE

The Hidden Garden Co was set up by Jules Walker who wanted to create a nursery where everyone is welcome and can enjoy a green space.

“Gardening was entwined within my childhood, as my mother was an avid gardener. She sadly passed away with dementia, and to cope with the grief I had a vision of creating The Hidden Garden Co in her honour. I set to work, along with my partner, Tony Moon and with the helping hand of Mark Berresford, an experienced horticulturist, to create a nursery where everyone is welcome and can enjoy a green space. To enjoy the beauty of nature evolving and walk amongst the plants and trees, listening to the birds sing and encouraging people to bring their dogs and children to connect with nature.”

"During lockdown we saw a significant shift in the world of gardening with a newly found passion for all things green."

“We cater for every individual need, whether it be a small pot plant to sit by a back door to supplying large mature plants and trees to create that instant impact in a large garden or a small space.”

“Our latest project is the introduction of a new exciting range of garden buildings to complement any outdoor area. With the focus of working from home or wishing to enhance an outdoor living space, the outdoors has become a part of our everyday norm and gardening has become a saving grace for so many. We run a free gardening advisory service which has really taken off, particularly with people who have no experience or understanding of gardening and need the security and help of one of our horticulturists to advise them, providing appropriate ideas and visions for them to take away. It is a concept that is proving popular.”

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home brought a need to connect with nature and proved stimulation, both physically and mentally for all. Many islanders have invested in their gardens and this outdoor interest has increased in popularity in 2021. The desire to grow and cultivate vegetables and plants appears to have heightened people’s interests in gardening, bringing great satisfaction and a renewed energy to their lives. It is great to witness and be part of the journey.”

“A whole new breed of gardeners has evolved, with what the Royal Horticultural Society is calling a new “golden age” where horticulture is being cultivated by an influx of new garden enthusiasts and long may it continue!”  The Hidden Garden Co La Rue de Scelletterie, St Lawrence JE3 1FZ

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Echocardiogram An extract from Restricted Movement

by Traci O'dea Restricted Movement by Traci O'Dea is an explosive collection of poems that documents the life of a daughter trying to support her artist father, Tommy O'Dea, who is overseas struggling with dementia and drug addiction during a pandemic. Interspersed with the frantic cycle of overdoses, escapes from care, disappearances and urgent international phone calls are moments of reflection on her father’s artwork and her seaside surroundings.

Traci O’Dea is an American poet living in Jersey. O'Dea is the author of Restricted Movement (Scotland Street Press, 2021) for which she received a Seed Funding Grant from Arthouse Jersey. www.traciodea.com

I’m topless on the padded table in the hospital, my back to the sonographer, my face towards the screen.

The gel-coated wand gives me goose bumps.

Nipples harden. In front of me, black screen at first and swish.

Like breathing with a SCUBA tank, the sound both drowns out and amplifies all background noise.

The black changes to masses of grey dots like when I jump into a swimming pool and only see the bubbles that I’ve made until they clear.

Then there it is. My heart pumping on its own.

One grinchy hand clapping, sarcastically.

Well done, you. You’ve lived another day.

She moves the wand to show some Venus fly trap jaws with ragged edges, chomping blood.

Then the pulmonic valve—a bulging, wrinkly, blinking robot vulture eye—organically mechanical.

Its view is something I will never see.

At last, in the second chamber, some joy: two kids at pattycake with nowhere else to go, playing their uninterrupted game on a loop until I die. This is the closest I will ever get to an obstetric ultrasound.

This caged heart is mine and never leaving me.

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THE OLD FORGE

Virtually anything in iron or steel can be made to order by Paul Biddulph and his team of craftsmen at The Old Forge, who provide a customised service from the initial design to the installation of the finished product.

Products include garden or driveway gates, balustrades, gazebos, spiral staircases, arches, fire escapes, fire baskets, stainless steel and glass balustrades etc all made to measure.

Quotations are free.

01534 862637 theoldforgepj@gmail.com La Route D`ebenezer, Trinity JE3 5DS

STEPHEN COHU ANTIQUES More than just antiques, at our showrooms in St Lawrence we have an unsurpassed range of fine quality antique and mid century furniture, paintings, pre-loved jewellery and objets d’art. We are always interested in buying items to compliment our stock and our offers will usually surpass your expectations. Our warehouse near the shop covers 7000 square feet and it is rare that we cannot find something that meets your demands. Plan a visit soon, you’ll wonder how you’ve never found us before and you’ll never go anywhere else again.

01534 485177 La Grande Route de Saint-Laurent JE3 1NJ

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HEARING HEALTHCARE

Mark and Matthew Vellam are the father and son team based at the Hearing Healthcare Centre. With more than thirty years’ experience, The Centre, at the Little Grove Clinic has remained open throughout the pandemic and continues to offer a full suite of hearing services, every day of the week.

The recently upgraded and permanent Centre is designed to offer an excellent patient experience. At this difficult time the team are always pleased to assist clients from other practices where services maybe unavailable.

01534 866477 info@hearinghealthcare.je

DAVE'S REMOVALS

Whether you're moving house, office, internal moves, off island relocating or just collecting and delivering specific goods or furniture, we offer a quality and professional service.

Our service is flexible and can be tailored to your individual needs. We offer a fully insured and guaranteed move. We are equally happy to do small moves as we are the larger and we also offer house and rubbish clearances.

Call Dave Robinson 07797 771889

HARRY FOSTER

Eyes deserve the best care and the team at Harry Foster provide this. This family run business is now in its 34th year and pride themselves on their customer service.

We have a ground floor testing room available and wheelchair access.

Brands we stock include Guess, Lacoste, Carerra, Boss, LK Bennett, Kate Spade, Jimmy choo, CK, Nike, David Beckham and Christian Lacroix.

01534 888400 harry.foster@hotmail.co.uk 9 Beresford Street, St Helier

ST PETER'S INDOOR MARKET

The Indoor Market has been selling all manner of goods and raising money for charity for over 30 years. There is a diverse range of good available across the many stalls including hand knitted baby clothes and toys, homemade biscuits, men and women’s clothing, dog treats, tabards, bric-abrac, greeting cards, gift bags and wrapping paper, homemade jams, bird seeds and potatoes. When you’ve finished shopping, enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake and chat with the other shoppers.

01534 481170 Every Wednesday and Saturday in The Rifle Range behind the parish hall.

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