Bearsden & Milngavie Directory Feb/Mar 2012

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WELCOME CONTENTS

Welcome to the February/March edition of the Bearden & Milngavie Directory. It is a relief that January is now finally out of the way and already the lighter nights are making us feel that we have something to look forward to and the worst of the winter weather and bugs are gone!

Many of our advertisers have told us stories of how successful 2011 was for them, and this is very often down to the enquires they get directly from this publication. So a big thank you to the local residents for continuing to support businesses in the area.

We have added a couple of new articles into this edition as we know you love reading them and as this time of year signals wedding plans, we have a wedding article along with some great wedding based businesses.

We try to ensure that every issue of the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory is full of interesting and varied articles for you to enjoy, if you have any feedback or suggestions for us we would be delighted to hear from you, as this is your magazine too!

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Until the next issue!

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MUSIC REVIEW

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CINEMA: WANDERLUST

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TRAVEL: MADEIRA

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INTERIORS: OPEN SESAME

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WEDDINGS: PICKING THE PERFECT DRESS

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BEAUTY: FRESH FACED WHATEVER YOUR AGE 36 MOTORS: TOKYO MOTOR SHOW

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GARDENING: GROWING PEPERS

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TECH GUIDE: MAD MARCH HAIR

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RECIPE: GLAZED SALMON SKEWERS

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BOOKS THE GREAT BRITISH COUNTRYSIDE

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PUZZLES: SUDOKO CROSSWORD

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MUSIC NEW RELEASES

Leona Lewis: Glassheart This is the upcoming third studio album by British singer/songwriter Leona Lewis. Originally scheduled for release in November 2011. The album's first song titled "Collide" was released on September 2011 becoming a top-five hit while in the US it became Lewis's first song to top the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart. Lewis described the album as "energetic, deep, and unique". She also commented that it would have a darker tone and that she would be putting her "heart into her lyrics". She cited Tracy Chapman and Tears for Fears as the album's primary influences.

Paul Weller: Sonik Kicks Sonik Kicks is the follow up to the Mercury Music Award nominated Wake Up the Nation and Paul Weller’s eleventh solo album. The album includes the track "Around The Lake" and features appearances from the likes of Noel Gallagher, Graham Coxon and Ocean Colour Scene’s Steve Cradock. His children Mac and Leah both sing on the album in "Be Happy Children" while little girl Jessie "accidentally" co-wrote a song called “Dragonfly”. Paul said: "My youngest daughter Jessie had this poem she wrote for school."I just took the first line from each verse and built on them. "She does get credited, yes!”. Paul's month-old twins Bowie and John Paul will have to wait a bit longer to help out their dad.

Emeli Sandé: Our Version Of Events If you're wondering which album will be the sound of 2012, look no further than Emeli Sandé, this will be the album to own in 2012. Like classic debut albums before it, Sandé's debut is a moment in musical time. For a relative newcomer hailing from Alford in Aberdeenshire, Sandé has already had an incredible career. She won Best Newcomer at the Scottish Style Awards, been nominated for a MOBO and nominated for the New to Q Magazine award and won the Brits Critic's Choice award 2012 following in the footsteps of Adelle, Florence And The Machine and Jessie J. The album is written entirely by Emeli and produced by her creative partner Shahid ‘Naughty Boy' Khan with contributions from Craze and Hoax, Mojam and Paul Herman.

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AT THE CINEMA WANDERLUST Recessions, unemployment and economic migration are the catalysts for Judd Apatow's latest outing, but don't worry: the respected and reliable funny man-with-a-movie-camera hasn't gone all kitchen sink on us.

Admittedly, Wanderlust is the directorial work of David Wain, but Apatow is still credited as producer and his influence is felt.

Wain's most notable previous work, Role Models, also belongs to this school of realistic, highly polished and well written situational comedy, and the similarities don't end there, with Paul Rudd again heading up the cast here as George. This time around his on-screen partner comes in the form of former Friends girl turned occasionally impressive Hollywood actress Jennifer Anniston. She plays his wife, Linda, and in this instance keeps up appearances nicely, giving a performance equal to some of her most amusing (see Office Space, Along Came Polly, and Horrible Bosses for further examples).

The young couple are happily married and living stereotypically busy, affluent lifestyles in Manhattan.

Having just bought a place, the last thing they need is a redundancy, but unfortunately that's exactly what happens when George's company downsizes. He's given the boot, forcing the pair to make a major decision. Unable to stay in the most costly borough of one of the world's priciest cities, the couple agree to move in with George's brother, who's rude, arrogant, chauvinistic, and based in Atlanta, Georgia - 880 miles from New York, give or take.

The distance from home isn't the only thing they prepare themselves for, knowing only to well their new address and economic circumstance will enforce a vastly different lifestyle on them. Whilst en route to the southern state, the couple get a room at an

establishment they believe to be a bed and breakfast, only to discover it's actually a hippy commune. Free love rules, which doesn't go down to well at the outset, but after realising that shared living might actually be a pretty good option considering their particular predicament, George and Linda decide to give it a go.

As you can imagine, even after their decision to stay on, adjusting to a society in which having sex is like sitting down to a pot of tea takes some doing. Far from an easy transition, it's the 'fish out of water' scenario that is the source of the jokes from hereon in, although this tried and tested formula is given an amusing spin with the 'normal' married couple seen as abnormal by their new co-habitants. Laughs abound, as expected from a cast and crew with some experience making audiences chuckle. Drugs, sex and misunderstandings all help things on their way, making for a wholly young-adult but well-meaning romp that, while not necessarily set to win over people who don't enjoy brief nudity and off the cuff sarcasm, deserves to do well on the big screen when it opens on March 2nd.

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Bluebell Wood - your local professional florist Bluebell Wood is a small, family run florist located in Milngavie town centre. The shop has a bright and f r i e n d l y atmosphere and since opening in February 2010 they have become known for their professional and reliable manner. Local resident and founder or Bluebell Wood Anne Marriott is living her life-long dream to run a florist in her beloved hometown.

Anne trained in floristry at Langside College and worked at the popular 'Flowers by Carol' in Kirkintilloch until the business was sold, leaving her with the perfect opportunity to open her own shop! Anne applies her vast expertise in design and extensive knowledge of flowers and foliages to produce truly

innovative floral designs. She is constantly brimming with informed ideas for new designs.

Bluebell Wood creates unique and stunning corporate flowers, wedding flowers, event and personal flowers for every setting and occasion. By mixing individual elements with a strong awareness of commercial and seasonal trends, Bluebell Wood ensures their clients and customers receive tailor made floral designs which are anything but predictable Anne tells us “Our gift section is very popular and includes crafted glass plaques, coasters, chopping boards and clocks from an exciting new designer who hails from Fife! Serax, a company from Belgium provides us with candles, vases and wall skonses. We also stock Shearer's candles and porcelain mugs, cake tins and teapots from popular designer Johnathan Avery. For the garden, we sell a fantastic range of plants, and plant containers, and beautiful hanging baskets.”

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Laptops & Pcs in stock from £279 visit your local experts at 59 Milngavie Road, Bearsden G61 2DW (opposite ASDA)

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TRAVEL MADEIRA

Madeira means ‘wood’, a name given to the island by the first Portuguese settlers in the 15th century, though they promptly burnt as much of the forest as they could to create arable land. Today the trees are back, 900,000 of them planted in the past decades, and as you approach this rugged but fertile island, dizzying slopes greet you with lush terraces where mango and banana groves compete with vineyards, passion fruit and papaya trees.

Pretty as a postcard, Funchal, the capital, is a neat maze of tree-lined avenues with mosaic pavements, shaded squares and outdoor restaurants sweeping around a glistening bay. On these south-facing slopes, life is relaxed and there’s time to wander around the farmers’ market, the steep lanes draped in wisteria, the marina, or look out for the Beatles Boat turned into a restaurant, the statue of Zarco, the explorer who first set foot on the island, or that of Christopher Columbus who married a local girl. Some 2000 feet above the sea, the leafy suburb of Monte offers superb views, fragrant

gardens and an iconic church where on August 15th, penitents go up the steps on their knees. Visitors prefer the cable-car but the fun way down is the toboggan, Madeiran-style, careering down the slope in a giant wicker basket, swung right and left by two handsome guys in white gear and straw hats.

Just 36 miles by 14 miles in the Atlantic, closer to Africa than to Portugal, the motherland, this little gem of an island is surprisingly varied. All along the coast, rocks and cliffs tower dramatically above small pebble beaches pounded by the ocean. Experienced surfers head north to ride the waves but Funchal has gentle options, from coastal and dolphin-watching trips to a romantic twilight cruise on Santa Maria de Colombo, a stylish replica of Christopher Columbus’ boat. Others sail around the Desert Isles, home to wild goats, seals and thousands of sea birds while the ferry sets off for the more distant sister island of Porto Santo and its five miles of golden sands.

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Back on the main island, small towns and villages are scattered along the shore, Camara de Lobos with its fishermen’s chapel and wooden boats, Calheta and its sugar plant making ‘firewater’, Porto Moniz with its bathing pools hollowed out of an old lava flow or Machico where Zarco is said to have landed. Not so far away, Torch Mountain recalls the great bonfires of the past, warning of approaching pirates, while the world’s second highest sea cliff, Cabo Girao, rises to a staggering 1900 feet and the windswept eastern peninsula stretches into the ocean, shared by the occasional lizard and a handful of seasoned walkers.

Walking on Madeira is exhilarating and pleasant year round. Popular footpaths follow the levadas, the ancient irrigation channels still used to bring water from the humid but sparsely inhabited north to the rich farmlands of the south, with a network of over 800 miles. There are leisurely trails through the ancient

laurel forest of the National Park covering two thirds of the island, past gurgling streams and waterfalls, picnic spots and panoramic ‘balconies’ suspended between heaven and earth. But most challenging of all is the mountainous interior and the fabulous but headspinning hike from Pico de Areiro to Pico Ruivo, the highest peak towering above a dramatic moonscape at over 6000 feet.

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AUDITECHNIKCENTRE Tired of main dealer prices? Are you looking for alternative garage services at affordable prices? Audi Technik is a local independent full service and repair facility specialising in Audi, Volkswagen, Seat & Skoda.

Based in Bishopbriggs, Audi Technik Centre is a garage you can trust were all makes and models are welcome.

Owner William Connolly is a fully trained Audi master technician with over 20 years experience within the VW group of vehicles, so you can be confident that both you and your vehicle are in safe hands.

They undertake all types of work, from servicing, replacing timing belts to full engine diagnostics with all service books stamped to validate warranties. Your car will also have its electronic management system checked and service interval light reset. Owner William tells us “We only use genuine parts and as a VW group specialist garage, we give all of our customers the highest quality service, regardless of whether you have an old or new vehicle”.

Did you know that servicing and maintaining your car at Audi Technik Centre does not affect your

Your best alternative to the dealer manufacturer’s warranty? In October 2003, European Legislation came into force allowing motorists to use any garage of their choice to service their cars without invalidating the manufacturer’s warranty. This basically means you are free to benefit from the competitive pricing and individual service offered by your local independent garage.

Fault Finding & Diagnosis: The garage have fault finding and diagnosis service which is dedicated to vehicles from the Volkswagen & Audi Group (VAG) range, using the latest diagnostics equipment including the VAS 5052, the official VW & Audi system to assist us in trouble shooting your problem. The VAS system is connected to VW Audi in Germany which gives them access to their vast technical resource library with everything from wiring diagrams to key codes.

Choosing Audi Technik Centre gives you the reassurance and peace of mind that your car is professionally maintained by a qualified technician in a reliable independent garage at a competitive price. A new car sales division is now available on site selling a wide range of makes and models to suit everyone.

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We are passionate about renewable energy and the benefits this technology can bring in terms of environmental impact and energy independence in these times of rising energy costs.

LIMITED OFFER Due to the Government changes in feed-in tariff payments, Electricity For Free - in partnership with our suppliers - have managed to secure a limited number of PV Systems at a vastly reduced rate.

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Canniesburn Nursery Canniesburn Nursery is a family run business which opened its doors on June this year and is part of the Kirktonholme childcare group.

The nursery provides a safe, pleasant and stimulating environment for under 5's, all rooms being bright and airy and decorated to a very high standard. The nursery is open from 8am-6pm and children have the opportunity to enjoy a healthy two-course lunch and a variety of healthy snacks One of their strong focus is on outdoor learning and they have an exciting outdoor play area within the nursery grounds, which gives children the opportunity to explore the wonders of (outside play area) nature. The children are encouraged to take the curriculum outdoors on a daily basis and in most weather conditions, letting them experience rain, snow, wind and sunshine (when the opportunity arises).

Dianne (Nursery Manager) tells us “We believe children should have many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and learning experiences should be as valuable as indoor learning. Our babies have their own designated area and our 2-5 year olds have an area which includes a row of

shops ‘Learning Street’ and a variety of quality outdoor resources.”

All staff are registered with the Scottish Social Service Council and disclosed through the Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme.

The nursery has an open door policy and parents are encouraged to use this freely to make comments, suggestions and to discuss their children's progress. They actively encourage continual communication between parents and the nursery to ensure the time your child spends at the nursery is a happy and enjoyable experience. Parents are kept informed through daily discussions, daily diary sheets, newsletters and parent's evenings. By developing excellent relationships between parents and staff as this enables children to move happily between home and nursery.

The nursery has its own car park so drop off and picking up is not an issue and places are now available. Feel free to pop in and visit the latest addition to Kirktonholme Childcare .

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INTERIORS OPEN SESAME Why have several small, dark rooms when you can simply knock down some walls and live in a gorgeous, airy, bright and huge space? But there are eight key issues you should bear in mind when decorating your open-plan home, says Katherine Sorrell.

1. Creating a focal point While traditional rooms often work around a fireplace or TV, larger, multi-purpose rooms can lack visual focus. By introducing colour, pattern and/or texture on one wall perhaps above a sofa or behind a dining table you’ll add character, interest and even drama.

The easiest solution is to use a strong paint colour or to hang a large painting, photograph or print, while boldly patterned wallpaper also works well.

2. Using colour Pale colours are generally considered best to emphasise the airiness of large open spaces. But should you go for one shade all over, or choose different colours for different areas? Using the same colour throughout gives an unbroken look and emphasises space, but if one end of the room is to function separately from the other a living and dining space, a living and work space you can zone these areas by varying their colour. A tonal scheme, with colour going from light to darker from one end to the other, can be particularly effective.

3. Planning your lighting Use lighting to delineate different areas within your open-plan space, and illuminate different parts to suit your needs, whether it’s a living area or working space, a kitchen or a dining area. Layer in different types of light in different areas, using a mixture of concealed lighting (in ceilings or under shelves, for example) and eye-catching, over-sized fixtures that suit the extralarge space.

4. Choosing a floor Choosing flooring for a multi-purpose space such as an open-plan cooking/dining/living area can be tricky, as the kitchen area needs to be able to cope with splashes and spills, while you'll want the sitting area to feel cosy

and comfortable. You have two choices: either run the same flooring throughout for a sleek, flowing look, or choose a variety of types of flooring which will differentiate between areas. If you go for the former option, consider stone or wood, both of which can be softened with rugs where necessary, or consider high quality vinyl, which is spill-proof and forgiving underfoot.

5. Separating spaces Not all open-plan spaces need to be entirely open all of the time, so for truly flexible living it’s advisable to include some sort of flexible division. In a period property, panelled doors that can be folded back against the walls when not in use are perfect; in a more modern house a moveable screen, or perhaps ceilingmounted panels (on a track) that can be pulled to one side when desired, would be enormously useful.

6. Linking spaces Open-plan kitchen/living areas are ideal for entertaining, but how do you successfully blend the spaces seamlessly? One solution is to continue the style of your kitchen units for storage used in nearby areas, choosing a design that looks as good for a TV stand, say, as for a cutlery drawer. Versatility is key and you should consider not just colour but also texture, and even handles long, slender handles tend to look better in modern living spaces than dumpy round ones, for example.

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7. Solutions for storage Knocking two rooms together gives you a gorgeous open area but, because you’ve lost wall space for cupboards and shelves, much less room to hide your clutter. One solution is to use tall, open shelving that doubles as a room divider as well as somewhere to display your stuff, while if you have a flat-screen TV, mount it on a media wall with storage for DVDs concealed behind it. In fact, make the most of every tiny corner, building storage into sloping ceilings, around windows or in any alcove you can find.

8. Buying and arranging furniture Conventional furniture won't necessarily have the right proportions to work well in open-plan living areas, so you may have to look for larger-thanaverage pieces, and bear in mind that they have to look good from all angles, not just the front.

Avoid the temptation to place all the furniture around the edges of the room (it will look like a nursing home); instead, create cosy sitting areas within the main space with two sofas facing each other, with tables and lamps behind, perhaps, or else use modular furniture which creates sociable corners.

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Shampooch is a newly opened full service dog grooming parlour in Dalsetter Avenue and is run by dog fanatic Shannon Burke.

Dogs respond better to being groomed when they are not rushed and can relax between steps. Now the time consuming steps are over, we can relax and enjoy the final clipping. Most body work is done with the clippers and all heads and tails are scissored.

Shannon trained at the pampered pets training school after she finished college and is now both delighted and excited with her new venture. With a real passion for dogs and dog grooming she is steadily building a strong clientele.

The unit is already busy with returning customers who love the relaxed environment that Shampooch has created along with the most up to date grooming equipment including hydraulic tables, impact dryers, custom made bathing facilities and many state of the art tools and products.

Shannon tells us “The grooming parlor is not a traumatic event for your pet. He/she is getting plenty of attention and TLC! You could compare your pets experience with a visit to a spa!”

Grooming your dog takes time. When ready for their bath, initial clipping is done by removing any excess body hair. A gentle brush followed by a fine tooth comb, the nails are also clipped at this time. The bath consists of a thorough shampooing with mild shampoo and complete rinse. (We have various different products for each individual dog). Flea treatment is used as necessary and other preparations are used at owners’ request. After the bath your dog is thoroughly dried and brushed so the hair is tangle free. Your dog will now have a rest with a drink of water.

Shampooch facilitate for any size pooch and all breeds. Special care and attention to nervous and elderly dogs is top priority at the parlour along with the highest possible standard of customer service and always ensuring that the animal's welfare and health comes first.

Shampooch also offer show and pet cuts and are happy to pick up and drop off your pet once they have been pampered. Evening appointments are also available for clients.

New loyalty cards are now up and running which offer discounts for loyal customers and even a FREE groom!

Shannon goes on to say “We know your dog is an important member of your family if not the most important, and we promise to make him/her feel safe and comfortable while in our care.”

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WEDDINGS PICKING THE PERFECT DRESS

Now that the wedding season is just around the corner and many couples are eagerly anticipating their big day, attention turns to finding that perfect dress. Fortunately there is more choice than ever on offer to beguile brides-to-be – from High Street bargains to high-end fashion.

style inspiration, the fantastic array of classic, cutting edge and modern designs infiltrating high street boutiques means that finding your dream dress is far more likely to become a reality. For many this comes as a welcome alternative to commissioning a bespoke creation with a more hefty price tag.

Retailers are becoming increasingly aware of the market demands for ‘designer style’ at high street prices and many new, more affordable ranges, are emerging.

As vintage chic is an enormous trend at the moment and is showing no sign of going away, many top designers are taking inspiration from bygone eras by producing magnificent gowns with extreme embellishments. Ian Stuart’s latest collection – which is typically theatrical, playful and utterly romantic – capitalises on this with truly magical results.

Although for most of us the romantic idyll of the celebrity marriage on sun-kissed foreign shores is as distant as the Caribbean beach on which it takes place, with so many different gowns and accessories available, you’ll be sure to look just as good as they do.

Taking ideas from this means that you can revel in a wide choice of sumptuous fabrics, layers of luscious lace and fantastic appliqué work – not to2578 mention 2AB 124C Whether you have had your dress designed in your heavenly embroidery – when designing the bodice. mind for years or you are only just(WITHIN starting to APPLE look for OPTICIANS) To advertise call Scott or Natalie on 0141 945 4210 or email: info@sbdirectory.co.uk

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Embracing full-on vintage style and purchasing an authentic period dress, or adapting a family piece, can not only be a cost effective measure for the more budget aware, but can have spectacular results, as you are guaranteed to have a totally unique gown which will certainly not look embarrassingly dated in years to come. adaptations can easily provide a way for you to stamp your own style and personality on any vintage piece. Using classic make-up and hair styling can help to achieve the full period look, but as an alternative, adopting a more modern style can marry two periods together and work exceptionally well.

With that in mind, you can carry forward the ideas of ‘something old, something new’, when choosing accessories. A tiara from the 1920s can sit happily alongside contemporary earrings.

For those who love modern styles and who would not – even for a minute – entertain the idea of anything other than a sparkling new gown, Vera Wang’s latest collection of creations will suit perfectly. As a designer whose creations have been worn by numerous celebrities over the years, Wang’s wedding dresses have consistently been big news. And the reason for

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Undoubtedly, the decision of which dress to choose just became harder albeit in a good way, as being spoilt for choice is never bad. And be reassured: if your budget doesn’t quite stretch to a designer gown, you can still acquire a similar look. The high street always reflects the catwalk . But for real savings, adapting a vintage gown might just mean that you have enough left over for a honeymoon of your dreams. But all that’s another story.

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Sovereign Select Chauffeur Driven Cars - Luxury Wedding Car Specialists Locally based in Kirkintilloch, family run company Sovereign Select have now become firmly established over a number of years, as lead providers of luxury Chauffeur Driven Cars and are the specialists in Wedding Car Hire, not only in Kirkintilloch, Bishopbriggs, Bearsden, Cumbernauld and the surrounding areas, but throughout Glasgow, the West of Scotland, Central Scotland and beyond.

If you have recently become engaged and are starting preparations for your wedding or if you are perhaps planning a surprise celebration for a family member's special birthday or anniversary (Silver Wedding, Ruby Wedding, Golden Wedding) or require specialist corporate transport for your business executives, then give Sovereign Select a call now on 0141 776 4341 to discuss your requirements.

Our uniformed chauffeurs provide a first class service, tailored to your specific needs.

Early Booking of cars is highly recommended in order to secure your wedding date and by doing so, you can make significant savings.

Sovereign Select are one of the few companies in the West of Scotland area, currently able to offer bride, groom and bridal parties a unique choice of highest quality matching silver wedding cars, which includes top of range Mercedes Benz 'S' Class (Long Wheel Base) Limousines, the breathtaking and stylish Chrysler 300C and the luxuriously appointed long wheel base Chrysler Grand Voyager Luxury People Carrier.

When you contact us, we discuss with you, your specific requirements and thereafter following receipt of confirmation of your booking, we require a small deposit. The balance is then due two weeks prior to your wedding.

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BEAUTY FRESH FACED WHATEVER YOUR AGE We all want to turn back the clock when it comes to our ageing skin, but finding ways to lessen the appearance of embedded lines and wrinkles can be hard.

So, it’s important to take immediate action to look after your skin through a dedicated daily routine - that will prove to be effective, whatever your age. Prevention is better than cure, and thanks to the extensive range of products on the market - designed specifically to delay and fight the signs of ageing - holding back the years might not be as hard as you’d think.

It’s not just about products though, living a healthy lifestyle, eating a diet that’s rich in vitamins A, C and E (found in brightly coloured fruit and vegetables) and omega-3 fatty acids (from fish, nuts and seeds) will boost skin from the inside out. And what’s more, remember to keep smiling - it’s an instant face-lift. After all, as fashion designer Coco Chanel famously said, ‘Nature gives you the face you have at twenty; it is up to you to merit the face you have at fifty.’

In your late 20s and early 30s…

It might seem early, but it pays to establish a skin care regime that will aid in the prevention of visible ageing signs in later life. Remember to protect the skin from the sun’s damaging UV rays, by using a specially formulated day cream that is guaranteed to safeguard your skin. Always cleanse, tone, exfoliate (image 1) and moisturise (image 2) to eradicate dull patches and ensure a healthy, youthful glow.

In your late 30s and early 40s….

Once you hit your mid thirties you may start to notice the earliest signs of ageing - such as laughter lines, frown lines or wrinkles around the lips. Use an eye cream (image 3) daily to treat and postpone the onset of fine lines around sensitive areas and select a richly moisturising night cream to keep both face and neck thoroughly nourished. It’s essential at this time in your

life to commit to paying real attention to looking after your skin, so as to ensure it looks younger and more youthful in years to come.

In your late 40s and early 50s…..

Work on any established wrinkles with targeted products for your problem areas (image 4). Active antiageing ingredients are a must at this age, so look for products that contain high levels of antioxidants, retinol or peptides to protect your skin from free-radical damage.

Brightening ingredients help to boost radiance and will improve the appearance of mature skin. Try both serums and creams to establish which works best for you.

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In your late 50s and early 60s…

A dull complexion is common in your 60s. Owing to a build-up of dead skin cells due to the skin’s inability to renew itself, the surface can be left looking uneven and lifeless. So regular exfoliation is essential (image 5).

Not only will this reveal fresher looking skin, but you will also be creating the ideal base on which to apply your anti-ageing products, ensuring they are absorbed deep into the layers of your dermis. Though be careful not to scrub or use an exfoliant that is too harsh, as this can damage thinning skin already suffering from a reduction in collagen and elastin fibres.

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Looking for a new dentist?

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Chartwell offers a wide range of treatments to suit everyone from routine dentistry to facial aesthetics and implants. if you would like to become a patient, please contact 0141 942 6523 or visit www.chartwelldental.com for more info.

The practice focuses on preventative dentistry so that your mouth remains healthy and saves you money, avoiding treatments.

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MOTORS TOKYO MOTOR SHOW The recent Tokyo Motor Show was dominated by green technologies and wacky concepts but among the madness there were some important model launches. The show isn’t one of the biggest. Spread over four halls you can get around it easily in a day - unlike the blister-inducing mass of motors that is Europe’s biggest show in Frankfurt, Germany. However, as the Japanese makers’ home event, it is absolutely packed with innovation. I spent two days scouring the halls and soaking up the culture, but eventually these five emerged as my picks of the show.

Toyota GT 86 It’s about time Toyota got interesting again and the GT 86 certainly floats our boat. Rumoured to cost around £28,000 when it goes on sale in the UK, the rear-wheel drive car features a 2.0-litre 197bhp unit and will hit 60mph in seven seconds. It certainly looked good on the stand and was a welcome break from the green concepts doing the rounds everywhere else.

Subaru BRZ Subaru has been having a hard time of it in the UK of late, so the BRZ comes as a much-needed breath of fresh air.

Jointly developed with Toyota, it’s the sister car to the GT 86, and in the company’s famous corporate blue it looked fantastic. The BRZ has slightly different body panels and interior to the Toyota. Just don’t mention the new, and very bland, Impreza also on display on the stand...

Nissan Juke Nismo The Juke has been crying out for a real sporty model and it looks like Nissan may finally answer our prayers thanks to its tuning arm Nismo. This is the first car that’s been given the Nismo treatment and although currently billed as a “concept” it’s highly likely we’ll see it on our roads soon. Exterior and interior tweaks will be matched with a breathed-on powerplant .

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Mercedes F 125!

We’re not big fans of concepts that don’t mean anything, but Mercedes was quick to point out the F 125! showcases the future design direction of the next S-Class. The concept featured fuel cell technology which would give it a range of 1,000km, a lightweight body construction, gullwing doors and a cloud-based infotainment system. But ignore all that, it’s the looks that are most likely to shape future luxury barges from the firm.

Hino eZ Cargo Tucked away in the corner of the truck section of the show was this fantastic delivery van. Not only does it look superb, but it showcases EV technology and a clean uncluttered design that would make Apple proud.

A spokesman for Hino told us it has a range of 50kms, can charge in six hours and hit 70kph. Trials will take place next year before a decision is made whether to put it into production. We just hope the looks are carried over - it certainly beats a boring Transit.

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GROWING PEPPERS By Pipa Greenwood Growing your own peppers need not be a labour of love. In fact, it is not much more involved than growing tomatoes, so why not give it a try? Pepper plants can be unbelievably pretty too, with fruits in a range of shapes and colour, generally on compact plants and preceded by small and very pretty white flowers.

This is a plant with great ornamental as well as edible potential.

So what are the growing secrets and the hints for perfect peppers?

Chilli and sweet, or bell, peppers can both be grown in a greenhouse border, in a sunny spot in the garden in warmer parts of the country, or on a sunny, sheltered spot on the patio. You’ll get the heavier, earlier crop if you grow the plants in a greenhouse or conservatory, but it is well worth growing them outside too, especially if you choose a spot close to a sunny wall or use cloches for extra warmth.

Sweet peppers, especially the red ones, are very high in vitamin A and both red and green peppers are also very high in vitamin C. Chilli peppers also have a good supply of vitamins C and A and in addition, contain both beta-carotene and something called capsaicin which is believed to have a useful effect on blood cholesterol levels. So all in all, there should be no stopping you, especially when you remember that they also make great eating raw, roasted, on the BBQ, in stir fries, stuffed...in pasta sauces.

The seeds are readily obtainable from many catalogues or garden centres but before you select what to grow, make sure you take into account the level of heat you’re likely to get with any chilli peppers you grow. Most seed packets and catalogues do make it very clear.

Sow the seeds between now and early April. I use a

multi-purpose or a seed compost as either work well, but to get good germination you will need to provide a bit of extra warmth, ideally from a heated propagator positioned in a spot where it receives plenty of natural light. If you don’t have the time or facilities to raise your own from seed, you can always buy a few plants in a garden centre or send off for them. We offer two tasty varieties a miniature sweet pepper, and a chilli pepper as part of my ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ system, they are a regular favourite ( see www.pippagreenwood.com for details) Grow the plants on in any good quality multi-purpose compost, keep them a tiny bit drier than you would a tomato plant and feed regularly with a high-potash liquid feed (most readily available as a ‘tomato food’).

This helps to keep the plants growing strongly and the potash will encourage plenty of flowers and so fruits to form.

If you are going for plants in pots, choose a pot or planter that has good drainage, add broken pots for extra drainage, and make sure that the pot is 30cm (12in) or more in diameter. Once there is no danger of late frosts, ideally by early June when temperatures are also warming up, you can put the pots or plants outside in a sheltered, sunny spot.

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Some sweet pepper plants can get quite tall and rather ungainly so be ready to give them a bit of extra support if necessary. A stout bamboo cane will usually do the trick, and tie the plant in loosely with twine, string or any other soft garden tie.

If you’re after the hottest possible heat from your chilli peppers, then you’ll find this comes from fruits that are totally ripe, and that ultimate heat is most likely to be achieved from peppers grown on plants that are grown in warmer conditions. So, if your plants are going to be looking gorgeous on your patio over the summer, make sure you put them somewhere extra warm perhaps a sunny porch or window sill for that last bit of ripening time in the autumn.

For sweet peppers, if you are growing them in patio pots in a sunny spot then you are likely to find that there are still some unripened fruits on the plants when temperatures start to fall at the end of summer and well into autumn. To increase the chances of these ripening and increasing to full size, move the pots to a warmer spot or, if possible, to a porch, conservatory or greenhouse where they’ll get extra warmth and also plenty of natural light.

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If you want chillies that look particularly good on the patio there are plenty to choose from. ‘Black Pearl’ is a hot chilli pepper with a distinct blackish tinge to the mature leaves and fruits that are black early on and mature darkest red. For classic chillis with bright red, finger shaped fruits try ‘Thai Dragon’.

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Torrance pub starts 2012 with new owners The Village Inn, Torrance has recently been taken over in December by new owners Scott and Ashlea who have travelled all the way from Newcastle along with their twin boys, to settle into village life in Torrance, residing on the premises and are very excited with the future prospects of their new business venture.

The couple bring with them an extensive background working in the hospitality industry combining in a total of 27 years experience between them, ensuring a wealth of talent and knowledge covering all that is required to run a successful licensed premises. The pub has undergone an extensive refurbishment which will see changes to the pub over the upcoming weeks and months, including both a covered, heated patio and a decking areas at the rear, catering for both non smoking and smoking patrons.

The pub serves a full menu which is comprised of the very best locally sourced fresh produce, featuring all the classics such as home made lasagne, steak & ale pie, fresh fish of the day and steak night. There is also the kids menu available from only £1! Also coming soon are homemade desserts, along with both breakfast and chip shop takeaway menus.

Scott and Ashlea tell us “We offer a great pub experience whether you are looking for a quick pint, a great value pub meal or a night out with friends. Our friendly welcome, great value drinks, food and entertainment make our pub the perfect place to get together.”

With all your pub favourites both behind the bar and on the menu, regular entertainment and televised sport, The Village Inn offers great service in a friendly pub with real pub values. So take the time to pay them a visit, you’ll be in for a treat. Keep up to date with The Village Inn by visiting their Facebook page (villageinn torrance) for all the latest offers and news.

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TECH GUIDE MAD MARCH HAIR From high-tech haircare to minimalist male grooming kit, technology wants to help you look your best - and in some cases, that means zapping yourself with a laser beam. That’s the idea behind Philips’ Lumea range, which promises easy, long lasting hair removal via Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology. It, and rival devices, are expensive - the RRP of the Lumea SC2001 is £400, although it’s widely available for under £300 - but if you have the right kind of hair (primarily dark haried) it’s apparently very effective.

Beams of light aren’t just for hair removal: they can help with mild to moderate acne too. The no!no!

Skin device (about £129) promises to clear 81% of mild acne in 24 hours, and unlike other treatments doesn’t involve chemicals, creams, lotions or potions. From user reviews on the web the majority of people seem delighted: it’s quite pricey but it does seem to work for most customers.

Philips reckons that lasers can even help fight visible signs of ageing: its ReAura technology “stimulates your skin’s natural cell renewal process, targeting several signs of ageing”. It’s even more expensive than the Lumea - the RRP is £799 and it’s a new and therefore relatively untried product, so you might want to hang on before splashing out. If you’d like to try it in the meantime, the ReAura is available exclusively from branches of Space NK. Fancy cleaning your make-up with sound waves? Clarisonic’s sonic skincare devices look like rather odd brushes, but they use sonic technology to remove make-up more effectively than any beauty wipe and promise to reduce oily areas, dry skin patches and blemishes. Prices start at £155 for the Classic model and £179 for the threespeed Plus, which can be used on your body as well as on your face, and there are different brush heads for different skin types and applications. The product

reviews are impressive: at the time of writing 2,046 out of 2,046 customers would recommend Clarisonic’s products to others.

Technology has made its way to hair straighteners too.

Corioliss’s hair irons use titanium rather than the more common ceramics for better heat distribution, infra-red heat warms hair without drying it out, and negative ions promise to reduce static and frizz. The irons are at the higher end of the hair straightening price range - the C2 model costs around £120 - but beauty editors rave about them.

High-tech grooming isn’t just for women.

BaByliss’s description of its EasyCut hair trimmer (around £22) sounds like a vehicle, with a “V2 enhanced power system” and “precision engineered V2 rotary blades”. It’s easy to mock, but the product itself is quite clever: rather than traditional trimmers, the EasyCut is shaped like a hockey puck for easy one-handed operation. The firm also makes the appallingly named i-Stubble, which promises “absolute control and precision” for keeping stubble under control.

Technology has even made it into the bathroom. OralB’s SmartSeries range of electric toothbrushes contain more technology than the first moon rockets: there are motors that pulse 40,000 times and oscillate 8,800 times per minute, pressure sensors to ensure you’re not brushing too hard, five modes to cover everything from scraping off lunch to making your teeth whiter, and a separate LCD display that “helps maximise brushing performance” and that also doubles as a clock. Despite all the technology, the price is less than you might expect: at the time of writing, the SmartSeries 5000 is widely available for £79.99.

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BOOKS THE BRITISH COUNTRYSIDE Our British countryside is teeming with life this time of year. To save you getting lost in a wilderness of animal and nature books, here are some of the best to be found.

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