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Michael Quinn CITY7 Hair expert

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Behind Bars Rossa @ 21 Social

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DJ Profile – Alvin Duke

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Grainne McGarvey - The City Essential

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Davina Sands CITY7 essential fashion

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CITY7 Tech – 7 Christmas must haves

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CITY7 Directory

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KATIE PROVES SHE’S THE PERFECT STOCKING FILLER

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orthern Irish model, TV presenter and ‘FHM Honey’ winner 2011, Katie Larmour, proves that she is the perfect stocking filler – in more ways than one - as she lets CITY7 readers have a sneak peek at her 2012 calendar just in time for the festive season.

Katie shows off her winning looks in a stunning collection of twelve sexy but classy lingerie looks – one for every month boys!

Katie plans to help her local cancer charity, ‘Pretty ‘n’ Pink’ by making a donation from the calendar sales. She said: “When I was approached to do a calendar I immediately thought to involve my local charity, Pretty ‘n Pink.

I really wanted to help this small and independent charity, not to mention having an excuse to wear lots of pink! I’ve been involved with the charity before at Belfast FASHIONWEEK and I’m thrilled to be doing something for them again.”

Noleen Adair, Director of Pretty ‘n’ Pink, which drives awareness for breast cancer sufferers as well as helping them feel better about themselves through the illness said: “‘I am so delighted to be working with Katie on this project, I think the calendar is amazing and want to express my sincere thanks to Katie who is donating a percentage of sales to Pretty n Pink Breast Cancer charity.”

The talented Belfast woman’s star continues to rise after winning titles like, ‘Miss Formula 1 Great Britain’ and presenting Cage Contender on Setanta Ireland as well as Paddy Rally on UTV for RPM. Recently she continued her role as presenter on FASHIONWEEK TV and starred in a cameo role in BBC’s comedy series, Sketchy with comedian Diarmuid Corr.

Katie said: “I lead a hectic lifestyle which takes me all over the world and I’m thoroughly enjoying it – however, there’s no place like home. I love getting together with my family and friends and I’m looking forward to a traditional Christmas at home this year.”

Calendars, which cost £10.99 are available to buy from Global Calendars online.

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Ask the Expert

MICHAEL QUINN Michael Quinn Hairdressing, Royal Avenue, Belfast.

Since Michael opened his salon doors in Belfast city nearly ten years ago, he has become one of the most highly regarded stylists in Northern Ireland.

Throughout the years he has worked with a vast clientele which includes celebrities such as The Saturdays, Mischa.Barton, and our very own Christine Bleakley. Michael has a wealth of knowledge in his field and is on hand to hear your hairdressing hitches.

Q1 Claire Hamilton: I am regularly visiting the hairdressers to top up on my blonde highlights (I’m naturally a mousey brown colour, like most women who dye their hair) but because I’m constantly having my hair bleached, I find that it looks quite dry and brittle which is worsened by the cold weather. What would you recommend that could help the condition of my hair as well as keep the colour from fading?

Michael: It can be hard to achieve a shine from hair which has been bleached regularly, especially because bleach doesn’t carry with it any of the nourishing elements that you would otherwise get with a glossy colour. We would often recommend Matrix Colour Smart to our clients who ask about this.

It’s a great product for adding sheen but it’s also a great protection in the summer and winter. The UV filter & antioxidants help protect the hair against harmful rays & free radicals. Another brilliant tip to prevent static in your hair is to spray this product onto your hair brush and then work that through your hair. Once you start using this product, you’ll wonder what you did without it!

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Megan Crossey: Every day, I find myself styling my hair in exactly the same boring way I had it the day before. It’s mostly a case of not having enough time in the morning to think about a new style, but I think that if I have a few styles practised then the task mightn’t be so daunting! Are there any styles you can recommend that are quick and easy for someone like me?

Stacey O’Reilly: I wash, blow dry and straighten my hair every day and as a result, my hair has become quite damaged and I have quite a few split ends. Do you have any suggestions of ways I can condition my hair to protect it from the damage that I’m inflicting on it.

Michael: women do often find themselves in this rut with their hair, but as you say, with a practised style then it is so simple to do something a little different. A style which is really popular at the moment is the high structured bun and this is so easy to achieve when you have the right equipment. You need to invest in a bun ring; looks just like a foam doughnut! They come in different colours to match your hair, although ultimately they shouldn’t be seen anyway once it’s completed.

Start by putting your hair into a high ponytail and once it’s secure, pull your ponytail through the centre of the ring. Then split the ponytail in the middle so the hair cascades over the edges of the ring. Secure with bun pins and tuck in the ends.

Try it when you have time one evening and you will see how easy it is. Some buns are more dressy than others, I like this more relaxed style as seen on Lauren Conrad, for a look suitable for the office.

Michael: First of all, I would recommend that you don’t do this with your hair every day, there’s no need and as you have noticed, it will cause damage! The Sleek range in the new Matrix Total Results collection will be a good remedy for smoothing and protecting heat damaged hair.

The range has a fantastic shampoo and conditioner suitable for your hair type but it also has brilliant specialised products such as the Leave In Cream which gives you an easy glide when blow drying and the Iron Smoother will protect the hair in up to 400˚.

To book an appointment with Michael or a member of his talented team, contact the Michael Quinn Hairdressing Salon on Royal Avenue, Belfast on 028 9032 4437.

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Mexican Moustaches made for a moreish mark down

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ith the facial hair growing campaign ‘Movember’ just finished and men’s faces returning to normal, local Mexican food chain Boojum is toting up the final amount they raised in support. Boojum decided to support the now-annual phenomenon that raises money and awareness in support of men’s health issues, by agreeing to treat the ‘Mo Bro’ supporters of Belfast to a bulging Burrito for only £3 on 30th November. Boojum invited both male and female supporters to wear the chain’s handy cut-out Mexican style moustaches, which were available by signing up to the Boojum Movember campaign on Facebook, to benefit from the discount. Although Boojum knows the diners of Belfast love a good giggle, there was method in the madness, as the popular Mexican fast food restaurant is giving the total £730 raised to Movember.

Movember is a worldwide phenomenon which sees men growing and grooming their upper lip hair in the month of November, in order to raise awareness, talkability and funds for health issues such as prostate and testicular cancer, and last month’s seemingly jovial activity highlights a serious issue that affects many lives, yet is often ignored in conversation.

Husband and wife team, John and Karen Blisard, opened the first Boojum in December 2007. After moving from America to Ireland and searching 10

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unsuccessfully to find a satisfactory Mexican restaurant, the American husband and Northern Irish wife took the plunge to open their own.

Boojum is now a cult culinary experience for many and the restaurant owners masterminded the Movember campaign to encourage its fanatical fans to think about a few important issues which may not normally crop up in normal tea time chat.

John felt passionately about starting the campaign, explaining, “When my wife and I first opened Boojum, we never even dreamed that our favourite food could become so popular! We have so many loyal fans, for whom we are truly grateful, and we feel privileged that we were able to connect with them on really important issues such as the Movember campaign. Everyone is affected by cancer in some way, whether it is a family member or a friend, so it is a topic that is really personal to a lot of our regular customers and we are grateful that, together, we were able to raise a substantial amount of money for such a worthy cause. Plus, it’s not every day you get to stick a fake moustache on for dinner, so we hope our fans enjoyed channelling their inner Mexican!”

The Movember Campaign took place on the 30th November at Boojum stores on Chichester Street and Botanic Avenue.

For more information and updates on Boojum visit facebook.com/boojumbelfast.

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Coca-Cola’s annual designed Driver Campaign goes live

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iss Northern Ireland herself Fiona Guinnane helped launch the 2011 Coca-Cola Designated Driver campaign, an award winning initiative which aims to reduce instances of drink driving and promote safety at Christmas.

Safety-conscious designated drivers in Northern Ireland will have something extra to smile about with the news that more than 250 pubs, clubs, hotels and restaurants will be giving away free non-alcoholic beverages this festive season, courtesy of Coca-Cola.

Pictured at Belfast’s Custom House Square in a winter wonderland setting straight out of the classic Coca-Cola Christmas commercial, Finola said: “Christmas is one of my favorite times of year and I’m really looking forward to meeting up and enjoying nights out with my friends and family.

The Coca-Cola Designated Driver campaign is an excellent idea and I’ll certainly be availing of some drinks on the house, when playing the role of

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designated driver this year”.

The 2011 Coca-Cola Designated Driver campaign went live on Monday 28th November until Sunday 1st January 2012 and is supported by the PSNI, Pubs of Ulster and the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation.

Kylie Dunlop, Marketing Manager, Licensed Trade, Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland, said: “Christmas is about giving and celebrating and through the Designated Driver programme, Coca-Cola is delighted to offer free soft drinks as a tangible reward to consumers for volunteering to be the designated driver on fun night outs this festive season.”

The campaign’s website www.designateddriver. ie provides a full list of participating licensed outlets across Northern Ireland. This year, for the first time, designated drivers will be able to download their free drinks vouchers before they visit the venues via the site or by scanning the QR code featured on outdoor advertisements.

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Behind Bars

This Month: Rossa, 21 Social

Belfast’s 21 Social continues to guarantee one of the best nights you’ll have out in Belfast. Winner of huge number of awards from opening as well as being one our favourite places to eat in the City. This month bar tender Rossa tells CITY7 why 21 Social is the socialites sanctuary.

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Behind Bars 21 Social has been a massive success from opening, what’s the secret? Great customers and a great team to work with. Having 3 completely different floors is also great as we offer so much under one roof.

I’ve been needing to know this from 21 opened! Why 21 Social? What’s it mean? Not too many people have worked it out but there is a Prohibition theme that runs through 21 Social – 21 comes from the 21st amendment which actually legalized booze back in the 20’s, the 18th amendment criminalized it but we prefer to celebrate the 21st!! Our members bar is called Cigarette Girl after the girls who sold the tobacco in the Speakeasies…

Before taking up your role at 21 Social, where had you worked previously? Radisson blu for two years 2 most famous people you have seen in 21 Social (1 local 1 international) Rory McIlroy / Bruno Mars You’d not be a great bar tender without a few stories to tell. What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever seen in a bar? I have a customer, bartender confidentiality agreement – so your secrets are safe with me!!

Best bit of advice you’ve ever been given?

Work hard play hard

Its nearly Christmas time, we’re new in town.

Take us on a pub crawl. Where do we go? Start off in Lavery’s for a game of pool then head to the Cathedral Qtr (why go anywhere else?) – probably John Hewitt, Duke of York, Spaniard and finish in 21 Social where hopefully Ghost would be playing!!

COCKTAIL: THE ORIGINAL BACARDI MOJITO 50ml Bacardi Superior Rum 15ml Fresh Lime Juice 2 Heaped Bar spoons of Caster Sugar 8-10 Fresh mint leaves Soda top optional Gather Mint leaves and gather around the edge of a highball glass, drop in the glass and churn with the sugar, lime juice and crushed ice. Add Bacardi Superior rum and top with only a splash of soda water, garnish with a mint sprig and enjoy!

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This Month CITY7 talks to the Duke Himself!

Where can we catch your through the week in Belfast?

Is there any big tunes out there at the moment that our readers might not know about?

It all kicks off on Tuesday with the mighty, ‘Craics 90’ in Box Nightclub with Jon Boi. Then I head over to Thompsons for ‘Funkarama’ on Wednesday’s & ‘Switch’ on Thursdays. The weekend begins with Mono on a Friday & then back to the Box for Saturday.

For commercial music fans, definitely look out for Drake’s new album; ‘Take Care’, there are some great collaborations with the likes of Rihanna, Nicky Minaj & Lil Wayne. For underground fans that are looking for something a bit different, check out ‘The Saurus - All I Know is That’.

With such a busy schedule is there such a thing as a typical day?

It’s hard to maintain a typical routine when you’re only getting it at 3 or 4 in the morning. I suppose most of the day is spent online, downloading music or putting mixes together for my shows on Skank FM. As you just mentioned, you’re on Skank FM every week. Tell us about your shows & how you got involved with the radio.

It all kicked off this time last year, my friend and fellow DJ, Jon Boi was doing his show on Skank & I asked if i could get involved too. One year on & I have two shows every week. You can catch me on a Monday from 6-8 with ‘The Breakdown Show’ which plays a range of music from rock, electro, dance & R’n’B. On a Thursday it’s all about R’n’B for two hours from 7-9. Check it out at www.skankfm.com

Is there anything you’re working on at the moment or any special events coming up in Belfast?

I’ve just finished recording my first music video for my mixed tape, which is available on my soundcloud. The video will be posted all over my Facebook & Twitter pages in the next incoming weeks. I’m really excited about hitting up Sense in Cookstown with DJ HIX for High Five Mondays on the 19th December.

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ICE COOL PARTY CELEBRATING MTV EMA’S IN STYLE W hile the Odyssey Arena erupted with rapturous applause as the MTV European Music Awards got underway last night; less than a mile away, Ten Square Hotel was hosting the party everyone else wanted to be at – the Ice Party.

The Ice Party, supported by Coca Cola, Becks Vier and Bacardi, was attended by hundreds of partygoers from all over Northern Ireland who gathered to celebrate the country’s biggest ever extravaganza.

Kevin Smyth, manager of Ten Square, said: “The whole of Northern Ireland was in party mood last night and we were there to celebrate along with everyone else.

“Our exclusive Ice Party had a live link-up to the Odyssey Arena and our VIP guests lapped up every minute of the star studded awards ceremony, which showed the world that Belfast has what it takes to throw a party.”

For the last three days EMA has been one of the most talked about online subjects worldwide, further reinforcing the magnitude of the event and how important it is to the city.

Niki MacCorquodale, Becks Vier Brand Manager said: “We wanted to throw a party to rival any happening in Belfast last night.

“The atmosphere at Ten Square was electric as the EMAs began and the larger than life stage and glitter ball in the Arena got cheers throughout the night from our guests.

Ashley Douglas from Bacardi added: “The eyes of the world were upon us and even though the likes of Justin Bieber and Lady GaGa were in town, the biggest star for me on the night was the city of Belfast.”

Kylie Dunlop, Trade Marketing Manager Coca Cola said: “As the mega stars, crew and journalists who came for the awards make their way back to their home cities today, we hope they will spread the word about our wonderful hotels, rich heritage, excellent food and our warm people and that they come back to visit us.

“We have shown that our infrastructure and tourism bodies can cope with one of the biggest events in the world and hopefully it won’t be too much longer before we are hosting another one.”

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Magic & Sparke

on the Lisburn Road as Swarovski frames arrive in EK Eyewear

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litz, glamour and sparkle are in the forefront of the mind in the lead up to Christmas so there’s no better time than now to announce that the fabulous exclusive Swarovski Eyewear collection, including optical frames and sunglasses, is now available in Belfast from EK Eyewear on the Lisburn Road.

Swarovski’s faceted crystal has become a guarantee of unique brilliance and a promise of ultimate sophistication. Swarovski jewellery, bags and accessories have brought the magic of glittering Swarovski to the international fashion scene, and the addition of glasses and eyewear is the perfect complement to these stylish lines. According to Nathalie Colin, artistic director at Swarovski, “they constitute a fashion statement in their own right”.

The optical collection is soon to become the latest in must-have accessories with even greater femininity and elegance. It marks a continuation of the glasses theme and infuses its pieces. “Unlike sunglasses, where a touch of whimsy and exuberance are permissible, optical glasses demand more sobriety. But that need not limit our creativity – quite the contrary. It was exciting to adapt our language and help women to take in hand an accessory that some still see as an encumbrance rather than a chance to express their personality,” continues Nathalie Colin.

“We’re delighted to be the exclusive stockists in Belfast of what is an incredibly exclusive brand”, exclaims Eavan Kennedy of EK Eyewear. “The Swarovski range is just stunning and with a diverse

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selection of styles and colours; classic black, chic tortoiseshell, bold red, and sophisticated touches of mauve, there will be something to suit every woman and a set of frames would definitely be the perfect gift on a glittering wishlist this Christmas.”

Swarovski has refreshed its approach with this collection by discreetly imparting the quintessence of its universe and opting for subtle reminders of its roots rather than a more opulent use of crystal. Swarovski’s distinctive identity is present throughout, as the iconic Swanflower® motif, coloured crystals and of course the facets which adorn the frames and arms, recall the precision and finesse of cut crystal.

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… s e v a h of S If you prefer a hair free chin (or at least your girlfriend does!) as opposed to a wild, unruly beard, then I am almost certain you will at some point have cursed the chore that is shaving and the time consuming and sometimes unpleasant side effects that it brings. Well fear not, Jacks is here to offer up some simple but helpful hints…

those razor burn rashes and missed patches! Allow an extra 10 minutes and you could look like the hunk on that advert!

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1. Preparation is key

Blunt blades is your first big no no!

Make sure you’re stocked up with all the right equipment before you start. Clean your blade after every use and replace after 3 shaves. Always shower before you shave as the heat will help to open the pores and soften the skin for a smoother more effective shave. If you suffer from in-grown hairs then use a suitable exfoliator product before you shave to soften up the bristles and help release any trapped hairs.

5. Apply the finishing touches

It may seem old fashioned but investing in a good shaving brush can help you to achieve a superior shave. Brushing also helps remove dead skin cells from the surface of your face, ensures that the cream covers every part of the area to be shaved and if you use a circular movement it also lifts the beard away from the face, making it easier to cut and giving a closer shave. At Jacks we recommend men-u’s synthetic premier shaving brush. The bristles generate an amazing amount of lather, require less shaving cream, rinse easily and dry extremely fast, making it much more hygienic than animal hair.

4. Purchase from the professionals

Using an anti-bacterial face wash after you have shaved is one of our top tips. It will cleanse the pores and remove all the shaving residue to help avoid that dreaded shaving rash. Men-u’s healthy facial wash has a high concentration of tea tree oil and is ideal to help cleanse and protect from spots and shaving rash. Also included is witch hazel for its soothing, healing and astringent properties. Wash your face with cold water to help close the pores and finally don’t forget to moisturise!

Keep your face young looking, wrinkle free and soft to the touch with this simple daily task. Men-u’s facial moisturiser lift soothes and moisturises post shave and has mint & menthol to cool and refresh.

6. Leave it to the experts

2. Take your time

It is most men’s routine to crawl out of bed, peer through a half steamed up mirror, stick on the first product that comes to hand, drag the disposable razor across their face and stifle a scream to finish when they slap on the aftershave!

A good shave is never rushed and a little time and tender loving care in your shaving process will greatly improve the finished look and avoid

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Using the right products in the correct order can alter your routine and transform your shave. Always pick up your shave products from a professional outlet like Jacks of London so that you can get help and advice on the best products for your skin and schedule. It can be a minefield so why not make it simple for yourself! Jacks of London highly recommend the men-u shaving range as it caters for every skin type and offers a simple but effective routine.

Don’t shave everyday; allow your skin to rest. And if you really want to treat yourself and get some shaving tips first hand along the way, then why not visit Jacks of London for a traditional cut-throat shave. Our experienced Barbers will indulge you with a 40 minute relaxing experience which includes hot and cold towels, soothing oils, mini facial massage and professional men’s product ranges that will leave you feeling silky smooth for days.

*All products mentioned can be bought in any Jacks of London store or online in our Jacks shop.

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Getting from 1st December Jacks of London offer the ultimate pre-wedding grooming packages for the ‘real man’. Relax and help shrug off those wedding day nerves whilst avoiding any nasty last minute shaving horrors…

Choose from 3 package options; Standard, Classic or Deluxe.

All packages include our Traditional Cut-Throat Shave service.

Enjoy complimentary beer and champagne with your wedding party.

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Terms and Conditions apply: Half price shave can only be claimed on production of card. Must be booked 1 week in advance stating the promotion on booking and the free shave service cannot be claimed on a Saturday or Sunday.

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WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED ANTI-AGEING TREATMENT NOW AVAILABLE AT THERAPIE CLINIC, CLEAVER HOUSE, BELFAST Therapie Clinic is Ireland’s most prestigious and pioneering, yet affordable, laser and skin clinic, offering the most advanced and high-tech treatments on the market - from laser hair removal, to revolutionary skincare treatments, to the holy grail of them all, the very latest anti-ageing treatments.

In terms of anti-ageing, Therapie Clinic has quite literally changed the way we will approach ageing forever. It is now possible to literally turn back the clock and look between 10-15 years younger, without having to go under the surgeon’s knife.

The clinic has exclusively introduced the world’s most pioneering and advanced anti-ageing technology that delivers the incredible results of a facelift but without the invasive surgery. The ground-breaking and revolutionary Laser360™ skin rejuvenation procedure was, up until now, only available in the most exclusive clinics around the world. This is the first of its kind in Ireland.

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HO HO HO HOG BURGER Despite the miserable winter weather one of my favourite festive things is the return of the Christmas market in the ground of the City Hall – open until December 19. A Hog burger washed down with warm apple cider and finished off with Dutch pancakes is the perfect way to heat up on the cold nights. Without being a festive scrooge, my only negative is the price which I think is very high. However as it’s only here once a year I guess it’s worth saving for.

BESPOKE BELFAST We’ve all been there – the family comes home for Christmas and you are sick of them by day two. Well help is at hand with a luxury travel and leisure company that offers tailor- made local experiences guaranteed to impress even the most cynical of relatives. Bespoke Belfast www.bespokebelfast.com can help you plan hotels stays, shopping trips and sporting adventure breaks.

It’s up to you whether you bring your family or leave them behind to enjoy some time on your own!

MODEL BEHAVIOUR I’ll be suitably single and ready to mingle when ACA hosts its infamous Model of the Year Christmas party.

This invite only event is one of the chicest of the festive season as some of the most beautiful men and women enjoy a night of fun and frolics. Last year’s do proved eventful as it was the night that Alison celebrated her engagement announcement to Darren Clarke (and the humdinger of an engagement ring!).

Goodness knows what the blonde bombshell has up her diamante sleeve for this year but I can’t wait to find out!

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CITY7 HERE COME THE BOYS Stylist to the stars Jason Shankey has now opened a very swish male grooming salon in the House of Fraser, Victoria Square. Having recently had his hands on some of the hottest celebs at the MTV EMAs he certainly knows what men want this festive season.

This Perfect Shave box pictured is priced at £48 and would be a special treat for the man in your life. For more information check out www.jasonshankey.com or call into the new salon in the menswear department beside Cafe Nero.

STRIKE A POSE Pose Model Agency is hosting a fabulous event in the historic Drawing Office in the Titanic Quarter on 8 December where guests will be greeted with a drinks reception and canapés.

Emma-Louise Johnston will take guests through a fashion show showcasing clothes by The Abbey Centre and featuring the 26 gorgeous finalists. There will be a three course dinner, swing singer Danny Conlon, goody bags and much more. The fun continues at an after party at Belfast’s hottest new venue, El Divino. Tickets cost just £50, to order your tickets now, email info@posemodelsandpromotions.com

FESTIVE FASHION AT DV8 I’m in love with DV8’s new Christmas fashion range as it has just the right amount of bling without making me feel like a sparkly bauble on top of the Christmas tree. This fab leopard print dress pictured is a snip at £27.99 and the show stopping red shoes cost £39.99 which means I’ll still have plenty left over to hit the town to show off. DV8 has stores across Northern Ireland and an e-commerce website at www.dv8fashion.com so get shopping if you are looking for that special something this Christmas.

BOXING CLEVER I came across the Beauty Box in the Park Centre is a great find and perfect for Christmas treats for yourself or loved ones.

If you are looking for a last minute spray tan, nail extensions or skin care treatments when you’re out doing your shopping then it is worth a visit. Word on the street is that actress Geraldine Hughes is a client so if it good enough for her it is good enough for me! If you would like more information on the treatments available then contact Danielle on 07719 825 617.

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CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY AT VICTORIA SQUARE

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21 year-old physiotherapist from Fermanagh is getting revved up for the festive season, having won a brand new Audi TT Roadster worth over £25,000 courtesy of Victoria Square, Belfast.

Laura Gordon from Fermanagh was named the overall winner of Victioria Square’s Winning Wednesdays competition and was handed the keys to her new convertible Audi TT at a Grand Prize Draw at the centre’s Christmas Lights Switch-On event, hosted by Cool FM presenter Pete Snodden.

Laura was one of five finalists selected for the Winning Wednesdays Grand Prize Draw. Four further finalists were named winners at the event.

Jonathan Jess from Lisburn won return flights to New York from Aer Lingus; Joyclyn Madden from Newtownards won a £750 Victoria Square Gift Card; Harry McCusker from Belfast won a £500 Victoria Square Gift Card and Niall Manogue from Belfast won a £250 Victoria Square Gift Card.

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Grand Prize Draw, Hugh Black, centre manager at Victoria Square said: “Victoria Square’s innovative Winning Wednesdays competition was designed to reward our customers by giving them the chance to win a range of amazing prizes. Our congratulations go to Laura on winning the top of the range Audi TT Roadster and to the other four finalists, who are set for a fantastic start to the festive season with return flights to New York and Victoria Square vouchers up to the value of £750.”

Commenting on her new Audi TT Laura Gordon said: “I am so thrilled – it feels like all of my Christmases have come at once. I can’t wait to get behind the wheel and make my first trip home to Co. Fermanagh. My family live on a farm near Beleek and I think the Audi TT will bring a welcome splash of glam to the farmyard – I can’t wait to see it parked alongside the tractors!”

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As the merriment of the festive party season approaches, Rebecca McKinney, personal stylist at Victoria Square provides her top festive fashion tips to make sure you have the perfect party look all wrapped up this Christmas.

WINTER SPARKLE: Whether you’re heading on a night out with friends or to the office party, one of this season’s hottest trends is winter sparkle.

Guaranteed to turn up the temperature, this glamorous trend features fab pieces like embellished dresses, sequined leggings and sensational sparkly tops. Dress down with black opaque tights and a leather jacket for a more wearable take on this look.

WELL-HEELED: Nothing says Christmas like a pair of sparkly heels. With retailers including House of Fraser, Kurt Geiger, Cruise, Topshop, River Island and the newly opened Dune store, you’re sure to find your perfect party shoes at Victoria to see you through the festive season.

From wedges and platforms to chunky block heels there’s a style to suit every taste, ensuring your feet are fit to dance the night away.

BAGS OF APPEAL: Every girl knows the finishing touches to an outfit can make or break a look, which is why finding the perfect bag is so important. As well as looking the part, make sure your evening bag is functional with room to stash your cash and lippy. This Biba Mini box clutch, £125 from House of Fraser, Victoria Square will be sure to get you in the Christmas party spirit.

Shimmery Halterneck, £85, Miss Selfidge at House of Fraser, Victoria Square

THE ULTIMATE GIFT: If you’re still not sure what to buy for your nearest and dearest, or if you’re undecided about what you want for Christmas this year, a Victoria Square Gift Card could be just the ticket. Available in any value from £10 upwards from the Customer Service Desk on the Lower Ground Floor, a Victoria Square Gift Card will allow your loved one to shop in any Victoria Square store, or dine in any Victoria Square restaurant, so they can choose the perfect gift for themselves.

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THE LADY BOYS OF BANGKOK It was glitz, glamour and surprises galore as the Lady Boys of Bangkok returned to Belfast’s Custom House Square with the latest production, ‘Fur Coats & French Knickers’. The show, which had a 2 week spell in Belfast, introduced 16 of the world’s most beautiful showgirls – who just happen to be men – in a show stopping performance with a mixture of comedy, cabaret and raunchy capers. Unique performances came from outrageous ladies of pop Katy Perry and Lady Gaga as the ladies showed off a glittering array of designer-inspired, hand-sewn outfits and infectious choreography.

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It’s the favourite haunt of house music’s celebrity fans, the most intimate and stylish nightclub in Ibiza and now in a prime location in Belfast and attracting an A-list clientele. CITY7 loved the opening night so much we decided a montage of the evening was in order.

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Hugh Black, centre manager, Victoria Square and Zoe Brooks, head of retail, Dune, which has opened its largest standalone store in Northern Ireland in Victoria Square.

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he chic new Dune store, located on the Upper Ground Floor at the Cornmarket entrance to Victoria Square is the largest of the brand’s retail outlets in Northern Ireland.

Driven by an ethos of offering ‘affordable luxury,’ Dune has grown, since its establishment in 1992, to become one of the UK’s leading footwear and accessories retailers. The bright, spacious Victoria Square store features the largest collection of Dune footwear for men and women anywhere in Northern Ireland.

Dune is the latest in a number of big brands to launch in Victoria Square in 2011, with fashion retailers Mexx, USC, Bank, Guess, Mimco, watch retailer Swatch and restaurant Wagamama all opening within the scheme in the past twelve months.

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sales across the UK, Victoria Square is reporting a 4% increase in footfall on 2010 levels and a 3% increase on 2010 sales, as of October 2011. Both footfall and sales have been up every month on last year, except in October.* Welcoming Dune to Victoria Square, centre manager Hugh Black said: “Victoria Square hosts a diverse range of leading brands and the opening of the stylish new Dune store will greatly add to our exciting fashion offering. We are thrilled that Dune has chosen Victoria Square as the location for their largest standalone store in Northern Ireland.

“Victoria Square’s 2011 performance to date shows encouraging increases in both levels of footfall and sales on last year. As we approach Christmas, we are optimistic that Victoria Square and its retailers will trade well this year; providing the weather holds and we don’t have a repeat of the snow experienced last year, we expect our upward trend for both footfall and sales to continue in December.”

Commenting on the launch of the new Dune store in Victoria Square, Zöe Brookes, Head of Retail for The Dune Group said: “Dune is proud to launch its fantastic new standalone store in Victoria Square. We feel that this is the ideal location for our brand, which, with its ethos of offering customers an affordable luxury experience, is the perfect fit with Victoria Square.”

“Our first store opened in Northern Ireland in 2002; and over the last nine years, Dune has established a very loyal customer base. We are very excited to continue to invest in and develop the brand, in Northern Ireland with the opening of this high profile new store.”

To celebrate its launch in Victoria Square, Dune is offering customers an exclusive 25% discount to all full price merchandise this Thursday, 1st December 2011 when they visit the store on the Upper Ground Floor of Victoria Square.

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The partying season is just around the corner so if you haven’t nabbed your Christmas dress and accessories don’t fear! Fashion Editor Davina Sands brings her favourite looks from the high street and with prices starting from just £12, you can afford to be fashionable and fabulous! Think Studio 54, glitter and glam! Have a gorgeous Christmas!

1 Satin Ruffle Dress, Primark, £22 2 Ponte Crochet Collar Dress, £11 3 Sequin Trousers, Primark, £12 4 Multi Glitter Heel, Primark, £18 5 Glitter Barrel Clutch, Primark, £6 6 Jacquard Dress, Dunnes Stores, £47 7 Faux Fur Coat, Dunnes Stores, £47 8 Jumpsuit ,F&F Tesco, £20 9 Dress by Rose Boutique F&F, £60 10 Ruched Front Mesh Panel Dress, Lipsy, £55 11 Bow Back Ponti Dress, Lipsy, £45 12 One Shoulder Embellished Maxi Dress, Lipsy, £65 13 Pearl collar playsuit, Lipsy, £55 14 Mesh Wrap Dress, Lipsy, £65

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Christmas, apart from obliviously being a time of great religious celebration, is the only real chance we get to spoil ourselves during the year without feeling too bad about it. Now, I know CITY7 tech normally looks at ways to save money via the latest App or trusty website but we feel it only right to counterbalance the other 11 months with a one off Christmas wish list of some of the finest gadgets available today. From Apple to Olufsen here are the top 7 pieces of tech no man should be without! Merry Christmas!

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.Panasonic 3D The viewing experience has never been so lifelike and compelling as it is with Panasonic’s 3D Technology. The fast switching phosphors used in the Neo Plasma panels and an original light-emitting process minimise crosstalk (double images) to deliver clear 3D images and ensure comfortable viewing. This technology also helps to improve 2D picture quality. – Those are the fancy words of Panasonic. We tend to agree having tested one and would also add the set looks fantastic and lets me honest we all probably substitute a little picture quality for the look and feel of the machine. This one isn’t cheap.

In 65 inch guise you’re staring £4k in the face!

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. Kindle The mark 1 kindle so to speak left us feeling a bit cold. It did exactly what it was supposed to do but we still felt the book was a nicer place to be.

The newest Kindle has Holds 3500 books, it’s lighter than most paper backs and of course comes with free 3g wireless and built in wifi opening the device up to a whole new world of capabilities. Costing around £40 more than the first Kindle at it is a no brinier!

Mac book With all things apple it beautifully crafted boasting a state of the art Dual-Core processor, the 13” MacBook Pro delivers high performance at lightening fast speeds. Its next generation Thunderbolt technology allows you to transfer files at

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Navigation is pin sharp and the OS X Lion operating system is very slick. Overall a beautiful machine but an expensive one when you look at some of the offerings from the world of lap tops.

Beautifully expensive! Expect to pay around a grand and a lot more with software.

are the cheapest offerings on the page this month.

If you love your music then pay the £100. Simply stunning sound and external noise is all but gone.

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Available in cool white or sophisticated black, Bang & Olufsen’s BeoSound 8 can dock almost the entire Apple family including Ipad 2 producing the most amazing room filling sounds. Price £895. An expensive docking station but one that fills the room with crisp clear sounds and being a B&O looks incredible!

Bang & Olufsen’s famous ‘Form 2’ retro Headphones have been given a stunning colour makeover. You can choose from orange, red, yellow, white, and black.

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Extremely robust and available in a range of vibrant colours. Price £120 – Again if you are passionate about music and need the “beats” while on the treadmill these lightweight ear phones are a must. Slightly more expensive than the Form 2’s but they are a little more specialist!

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One Punch Awareness campaign launched by Police Service The Police Service of Northern Ireland today (Thursday 29 September) launched a new poster awareness campaign to raise awareness of ‘One Punch’ attacks.

The campaign aimed at young males aged between 18–25, highlights the risks of getting involved in an argument or fight which could ultimately lead to serious injury or death.

Speaking at the launch of the One Punch initiative, Detective Chief Inspector Karen Baxter said, “Our figures show that over the past seven years (2004 – 2011) 18 people have died as a result of one punch attacks and many more have been seriously injured. With just one punch, lives have been destroyed and families lives have been wrecked.

“The majority of these incidents are fuelled by alcohol and can have a devastating impact a victim, their family and for the offender, who will likely face a murder or manslaughter charge and have a criminal record for the rest of their life.”

Dr Russell McLaughlin said, “I have been treating the victims of injury for many years and unfortunately I am all too aware of the potentially fatal consequences of a single blow to the head.

This campaign has the potential to save lives and prevent disability in young adults who unfortunately tend to be the victims of serious injury and assault.”

Supporting the campaign Chief Executive of Victim Support NI, Susan Reid said, “We see the consequences of these thoughtless acts and we understand how far-reaching the impact can be for victims, their families and friends as well as people who witness the incidents. We wish it didn’t happen but if it does we are here to help people with support, practical help and any information they need.”night with rowdy parties, nor do they want to have their property damaged. Have fun without spoiling it for yourself or others.

DCI Baxter added, “Raising awareness of One Punch is timely given the number of students and young people who are embarking on a new term at college or university across towns and cities in Northern Ireland. As Halloween and the festive season approaches it is a very busy time socially for people – our message is to enjoy their night out, but most importantly - to stay safe.”

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Cherry Bop £5/7 Sat 17th Dec

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Hit & Run Christmas Party with Paschal, Lyndon & Joe £8 Boxing night 26th Dec

Keep Diggin with Lyndon & Timmy £8

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Bellaire Hair & Beauty 133 Royal Avenue T: 9066 6885 Offering the very latest in treatments, services & technology.

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Zuni Hairdressing 1a India Street Botanic Avenue T: 028 9033 2345 Zunihairdressing.com 2010 L’Oreal colour trophy winners. Also offering student discounts. Their beauty sanctuary, specialises in Dermalogica facials and hot stone theripies.

Peter Oliver Male Grooming Saturday opening from 8:30am with late opening Thursday’s Bloomfield Avenue T: 028 9058 9889 Lisburn Road T: 9038 1992 Ballyhackamore T: 028 9067 1058 Newtownards T: 028 9181 9092 Kircubbin T: 028 4273 9001 Blush Beauty Boutique 94 Bloomfield Avenue T : 028 9065 5000 A boutique Haven of relaxation andRejuvenation, Blush offer a range of top class beauty

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Body Vibes 527 Lisburn Road T: 028 9066 0137 Bodyvibes.co.uk Body Vibes is an exciting new power plate in Belfast lower Lisburn road. Currently offering 1 free trial to all new customers.

Man-Grooming for Men 801 Lisburn Road T: 028 9066 5599 Man-gfm.com A premier salon for men specialising in the latest trends in gent’s hair. The official gents hairstylists at the Brit awards 2011. Wide range of treatments available as well as wedding packages.

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Ollie’s is open every Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights until late. It is available for booking for private functions outside of these hours.

Mondays Monopollies - DJ Hix (Cool FM) and Dj Tez Entry £3 Drinks £2.50 Thursdays Ollie’s Rocks Chart, r’n’b, commercial dance, indie, rock, floor fillers and party anthems Entry £5 Drinks £2.50 Friday Entry £3 before 11pm, £5 after Commercial dance, r’n’b, hip hop, chart, party anthems and floor fillers Doors open 10pm until late Saturdays Entry £5 before 10pm, £10 after Vocal uplifting house, commercial dance and floorfillers Doors open 9pm until late Love and Death inc, 10a Ann Street, Belfast Tel: 028 9024 7222 E: info@loveanddeathinc.com W: www.loveanddeathinc.com Wednesdays: Ink - The Art College Takeover, 10pm-3am.

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Friday 9/12: Cut la Roc £6/8 Saturday 10/12: Rushmore Joe Lindsay & guests £5/7 Wednesday 14/12: INK Christmas Party from 10pm Thursday 15/12: Futurescope Friday 16/12: Cherry Bop £5/7 Saturday 17/12: The Beardie Brothers - Jay Kay & Lyndon £6/8 Thursday 22/12: Tucan + support Friday 23/12: Hit & Run Christmas Party - Paschal, Lyndon & Joe. Music over two floors £8 Monday 26/12: Boxing Night with Timmy & Lyndon £8 Friday 30/12: Rocket 88 2 live bands/ 2 DJS £5/7 Saturday 31/12: NYE with Automatic Revolution £10 Thursday 5/1: Must Dash acoustic night - free entry Friday 6/1: CTRL £5/7 Saturday 7/1: Keep Diggin with Timmy & Lyndon £6/8 Friday 13/1: Greg McCann ‘Decadance’ £5/7 Saturday 14/1: Jay Kay & Lyndon Stephens £6/8 Fri 20/1: Cherry Bop £5/7 Sat 21/1: Rushmore with Joe Lindsay & guests £6/8 Mon 23-Tues 24- Wed 25 Official Snow Patrol After party Friday 27/1: Rocket 88 2 live bands/ 2 DJS £5/7 Saturday 28/1: Automatic Revolution £6/8 THE HATFIELD 130 Ormeau Road, Belfast T:028 9043 8764 Free Live Sport/Entertainment nightly.

Bar Snacks Mon-Fri, 12-8pm Mondays: All Folked Up Tuesdays: Keltic Rock Night Wednesdays: Free BBQ, Live music 5-7pm & 10pm-late Thursdays: Live Band 10pm-late

Fridays: Jeff’s Super Quiz 9pm, Adm free, prizes, live music.

Saturdays: Live Premiership Football, live band.

Sundays: Super Sunday Football, live band.

Boxing Day: Live Football New Years Day: Live Sport The Graduate Tel: 02890 238825 .

Food served 7 days a week, 12-8pm Sunday Roasts: 2 courses £11.95, 3 courses £13.95 Closed for food Christmas Day and Boxing Day Boxing Day - Open from 6pm, live DJ from 9 NYE - 3-course meal w. bottle of Campo Viejo £40 + table for the night (2 persons). Live music from 9.30, £5 ticket.

Lilys Pub & Eatery 701 Lisburn Road T: 028 9066 4442 Located on Belfast’s lower Lisburn Road. Understated, beautiful & relaxed.

Rain nightclub Tomb Street T: 028 9032 7308 Rainnightclub.com Tweet @rainnightclub FB.com/rainnightclubni From opening 20098 Rain quickly established itself as Belfasts premier nightlife venue.

This award winning venue continues to increase the level of superior clubbing boasting 3 levels of unique art-deco infused styling, an extensive outdoor area and exclusive VIP suite.

Open 7 nights a week 9pm-3am.

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Lifestyle Funky Foto Booths T: 074 1129 1211 events@funkyfotobooths.co.uk Funky Foto Booths supply mobile mobile photo booths for hire. The photo booth compliments any fun event.

Fantastic entertainment for guests as well as a lasting memento of the event to keep.

St Georges Market Oxford Street Belfast 028 9043 5704 Dating back to the 19th century the market opens Friday & Saturday and also plays host to a range of gigs and concerts in the evening. Voted 3rd best foof market in the UK by the Observer food monthly locals and visitors can enjoy a huge verity from diverse food to vintage clothing.

Food No. 27 27 Talbot StreetBelfast , BT1 T: 028 9031 2884 no27.co.uk

No 27 Talbot Street first opened its doors to great acclaim in December 2007.

Business partners Adrian Lowry and Head Chef Alan Higginson share a passion for great food in superb surroundings that everyone can enjoy. But when it comes to describing the restaurant they prefer to let others do the talking…

The Ivory Restaurant 3rd Floor, House of Frazer Victoria Square 028 9032 4577 Theivorybelfast.com Lunch Mon – Sat 12 – 5pm Sunday 1 – 6pm Dinner Mon – Tue – 5 – 11pm Wed – sat 5 – 1am Special deals & pre theatre Menu available.

COCO Linenhall Street T: 028 9031 1150 info@cocobelfast.com cocobelfast.com.

COCO, Best Restaurant in Ireland (Hi Life Diners Club), Best Newcomer (Go Belfast ) is a jewel in the crown of Belfast ‘s restaurant scene. The place to see and be seen, COCO offers spectaculary good qualilty food at fantastic value for money.

Lazy Sunday Brunch 12-4pm, open Monday-Friday for lunch & dinner, Saturday 6-late.

Now under new management, La Bastille Restaurant boasts true, chic, parisienne style and class for Northern IrelandLa Bastille Restaurant provides authentic, traditional french cuisine with a modern twist in an intimate, romantic setting.

Shu Restaurant 253 Lisburn Road Belfast, BT9 7EN 028 9038 1655 Shu-restaurant.com AA Two Rosettes 2001-2007 AA Seafood Restaurant of the Year: 2003-2004Bridgestone 100 Best Restaurants in Ireland 2002, 2006, 2007, 2008 Georgina Campbell Best of the Best 2006, 2007, 2008 Food & Wine Magazine: Best Restaurant in Ulster 2006 Observer Food Monthly Magazine Awards: Best Bar Northern Ireland 2006 Tia Maria Best Restaurant in Northern Ireland 2003

For reservations Telephone: 028 90311150, email: info@cocobelfast.com web: cocobelfast.com

Deanes Howard Street, Belfast 028 9033 1134 Michaeldeane.co.uk “Following the recent makeover of Northern Ireland’s most exceptional dining experience, Michael Deane’s city centre hot spot continues to fly even higher. For not only has the prolific chef’s hard working team been flamboyantly flying the flag of quality food but they have fashioned an outstanding all round package.”

Georgina Campbell Guide Restaurant of the Year

La Bastille Restaurant 182a Lisburn Road Belfast,BT9 6AL 028 9066 7500 Labastillerestaurant.com

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CITY7 James Street South restaurant is located in Belfast city centre in close proximity to the main hotels, theatres and shopping areas as well as the historic Crown Bar. The restaurant is housed in an old linen mill and in 2003 the ground floor of the building had a huge makeover to make way for a contemporary, crisp and cool dining room and bar.

Opened by Niall and Joanne McKenna the restaurant marries the best of Northern Irish produce with classical French methods of cooking creating menus, which change regularly. Added to this a wine list of 100 bins with wines served by the glass, carafe (250ml) and bottle and service which is attentive and professional.

James Street South restaurant is the perfect location for lunch or dinner, business or pleasure where good food, wine and service come beautifully together in comfortable relaxed surroundings.

Barnabys 151 Ballyrobert Road Ballyclare, Co. Antrim BT39 9RT T:028 9335 4151 Barnabys Restaurant creates the perfect blend between traditional home cuisine and modern dishes, only using locally sourced meat and fresh fish from our Strangford shores.

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specials are always extremely popular with our regular customers.

Renowned for its good food and service, our friendly staff will be happy to assist you in any way to ensure your visit to Barnabys is a pleasant one.

The Lyric Theater Stranmillis 028 9038 1081 Stranmillis T: 028 9038 1081 Lyrictheater.co.uk Crescent Arts Centre University Road T: 028 9024 2338 Crescentarts.org

Art’s Waterfront Lanyon Place T: 028 9033 4400 Waterfront.co.uk Ulster Hall Bedford Street T: 028 9033 4400 Ulsterhall.co.uk Crafty Belfast 29 Wellington Place 075 9928 9176 Craftybelfast.com Crafty Culture – Instore Tea and tunes with a BYO booze corkage charge. Try our toasted sodas, delicious chutney and cheess. All srved on a delicate china platter.

Crafty Workshops Book into ou crafty style workshop in our salon or a crafty fashion workshop in our tea room. Book online at info@craftybelfast.com or call 075 9928 9176

Style Bennett & Collins 37 The High Street Killyleagh, United Kingdom BT30 9QF Tel 028 4482 1581 Closed Sunday/Monday Open 10-5 Tuesday to Saturday Bra Boutique 19 Aurthur Street Belfast, BT1 T: 028 9031 2277 thebraboutiquebelfast.com Belfast newest specialist lingerie store and sister store of Orchid Lisburn Road and The Lingerie Room Moygashel.

Harper at the Merchant Hotel 35-39 Waring Street Belfast BT1 2DY T: 028 9024 3610 Northern Ireland’s only stockist of Valentino, Celine and

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Peter Oliver Hairdressing

223 Upper Newtownards Road Belfast BT14 3JE t:028 9067 1058 e:peter@peterolivers.com www.peterolivers.com

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Harper at The Merchant Hotel will be a must visit for every fashionista.

Harrison Fashion Belfast 715-721Lisburn Road T: 028 9066 6016 Ballymena 62 Ballymoney Street T: 028 25630831 harrisonfashion.co.uk Brands stocked: Doma leather, Hudson, Seven7,Paige, Siwy, My Lovely Jean, Tag, Radcliffe, Religion, Mina, Yumi, Yuki, Alternative, Palace, Forever Unique, Woona, Arrogant Cat, Poppy Valentine, Butter London, Orion.

Lingerie Room 7 The Linen Green Moygashel BT71 7HB T: 028 8772 3181 lingerieroom.com One of Northern Ireland’s leading lingerie specialists.

Here you will find an exquisite range of lingerie, nightwear and swimwear to suit all sizes. We also specialise in bridal lingerie, maternity wear and mastectomy wear.We carry a full range of Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries.

A fitting and advice service is available and personal attention for every customer will ensure you experience ... the ultimate in femininity.

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Simone Perele, Elixir, Little Minx,Cyberjammies, Gottex Swimwear, Gidoen Oberson Swimwear, Girardi Hosiery and many more!

Orchid Lingerie 633 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 7GT T: 028 90381313 orchidlingerie.co.uk Orchid Lingerie offers customers a unique experience while shopping for lingerie.

Coupled with our sister store, The Lingerie Room, we source exquisite collections of lingerie, nightwear and swimwear from some of Europe’s top designers, bringing them exclusively to Northern Ireland.

The White Bicycle 50 Bloomfield Avenue Belfast T: 028 9045 7719 whitebicycle.co.uk One of Belfast’s leading fashion boutiques for women aged 25 to 65.

Established nearly 30 years ago, The White Bicycle continues to be one of Belfast’s leading independent retailers dedicated to women over the age of 25.

I suppose it could be likened to Aladdin’s cave.

With so much under one roof why spend time looking anywhere else?

sophisticated boutique located on Belfast’s Lisburn Road, offering only the best in established and new international fashion labels World Class names such as Schumacher, Anna Sui, Tory Burch and J Brand, exclusive to Velvet in Northern Ireland.

Jill Graham Contemporary Jeweller 49a Market Square Lisburn,BT28 1AD T: 07828 210333 E: info@jillgraham.co.uk W: www.jillgraham.co.uk Tyrone born Jill Graham is a local jewellery designer, inspired byorganic structures and elements of plant life, specializing in producing high quality, contemporary jewellery.

Using sterling silver and 18ct gold, each item is meticulously handmade in her Lisburn workshop.

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Velvet Boutique 661 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 7GT T: 028 9066 5221 E: grainne@velvetclothing.co.uk W: www.velvetclothing.co.uk

Icon Creative 410 Lisburn Enterprise Centre Enterprise Crescent Lisburn, BT28 2BP T: 028 9267 0522 E: studio@iconcds.com W: www.iconcds.com

Velvet is a cutting edge,

Stylish, design-led marketing

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www.adrenalinkarting.co.uk Adrenalin karting is an explosive track.everyone involved with it are fanatical about karting and knew the track had to be totally unique. we have built a track that is not only exciting us every time but putting goosebumps on even the professionals neck! the track is an extremely fast meandering circuit. Equipped with long, high speed corners and hairpins to challenge any driver, it weaves around through tunnels which look like they’ve been carved straight from the mournes.

Along with large chicanes and sweeping bends it is also home to one of the longest straights in the UK which most certainly makes the adrenaline pump.

Adrenalin Karting, 1 Cedarhurst Road , Belfast

Tel: 028 90644654 Email: adrenalinkarting@live.co.uk

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CITY7 and advertising to attract the customers you want and appeal to those you already know. We have extensive experience in fashion, travel, jewellery and other boutique sectors.

The Boudoir 4 The Linen Green Designer Village Dungannon, BT71 7HB T: 028 8772 9967 We specialise in ladies fashion & accessories with labels from Italy, Spain, America, Denmark, Germany, UK and Ireland.

Check out our facebook page facebook.com/ TheBoudoir which will be regularly updated with pictures of new stock, promotions and informationon discount evenings!

W5 2 Queen’s Quay Belfast 028 9046 7700 W5online.co.uk Lyric Hifi 429-431 Lisburn Road Belfast, County Antrim BT9 7EY 028 9038 1296 lyrichifi.com Lyric Hifi is Ireland’s leading specialist hifi and home cinema store.

We have been established for 30 years and in addition to our retail business we offer a bespoke installation service for complete home entertainment systems.

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CHA HAN This wagamama classic is a real satisfier; you can find the recipe in ‘the Wagamama cookbook’ or be naughty and rip the page out. We recommend the book though as it’s stuffed with dozens of cool recipes from the Wagamama Kitchens. What you need...

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2 eggs, beaten 200g (7 oz) boneless, skinless chicken thigh meat 2 tablespoons yakitori sauce (see recipe) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 8 cooked, peeled prawns 2 tablespoons canned sweetcorn, well drained 2 tablespoons mangetout, finely sliced 75g (3oz) cooked thai fragrant rice 4 button mushrooms, finely sliced 2 spring onions, trimmed and cut into 2.5cm (1 in) lengths salt 2 tablespoons light soy sauce

How you’ll do it Combine the chicken and the yakitori sauce in a bowl. Work gently with your fingers for a few minutes, turning the meat in the sauce. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (1 hours is even better).

Remove the chicken, reserving the marinade, and cut the meat on the diagonal into thin slices.

Heat a wok over a medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until completely hot and almost smoking and add the vegetable oil. Add the prawns, sweetcorn, mangetout, mushrooms and spring onions along with the chicken and stir fry over a medium heat for about 5 minutes until the vegetables just start to wilt and the chicken is cooked. Add the egg and continue to stir fry until it is just scrambled Add the rice.

Season with salt and soy sauce and continue stir frying until everything is mixed evenly and the rice is heated through. Divide between 2 bowls and serve with miso soup and pickles. If that don’t satisfy ya seek medical help!

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