Trend Magazine Aug/Sept 2014

City Chic…

Granite City style

Off the wall…

Quirky clocks and pictures

Alpine Adventures…

Head for the hills

Chasing Aymee…

Aberdeen's emerging fashion designer

And all the latest…

Places to eat, stay, shop and play

Win A limited edition Karen Mabon scarf A spa stay at Thainstone House Afternoon Tea at Norwood Hall Tickets to One Man, Two Guvnors at HMT Or a trip to make your own beer!

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HEALTH 10 Exercise tips from Rob Currie 73 Courtney braves boot camp FASHION 14 Tribal accents 16 Style file pound the pavements 18 Granite City Chic 52 Win a limited edition Karen Mabon scarf BEAUTY 32 Rae rounds up the newest products FOOD & DRINK 34 Meet the chef at Tor-Na-Coille 38 Trend tries... the Dutch Mill HOMES, INTERIORS & GARDENS 48 Blooms for late summer 54 Off the wall MISCELLANEOUS 30 Win tickets to One Man, Two Guvnors 58 Reader offers 86 Life With Style Award Winners 4

TRAVEL & LEISURE 60 Alpine Adventures 64 Win Afternoon Tea at Norwood Hall...

65 Or a spa stay at Thainstone House...

68 Deeside Delights 97 Win the chance to brew your own beer

FACE > MAC Studiosculpt foundation > MAC Strobe Creme > MAC studio concealer > MAC Mineralize powder > MAC ‘Sculpt’ EYES & BROWS

CULTURE 72 Och Aye, it’s the Highland Heritage Centre 74 And action... Trend meets videographer Darren Campbell 76 Aymee has designs on success 78 And all that jazz 79 Beautiful art and design books 88 What’s on guide KIDS 82 Let’s go outside SOCIETY 90 The place to be seen - it’s the society pages 96 Trendy Locations 98 Peter Mitchell meets Mike Loggie

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Since Trend started nearly seven years ago, we’ve grown a fair bit.

Our distribution has quadrupled to 20,000 copies that’s about 60,000 people who read each issue. Now we’re celebrating another milestone with this issue. You may have noticed we’re a wee bit heavier than usual.

That’s because we now have 100 pages packed with great things to do, places to visit, local food and drink, fashion, beauty, art, music, design, competitions and so much more.

Of course we could claim our success is simply down to our great writing, photography and design, or the

you all that’s going on locally. Trend supports the local community by offering free space for local charity

fact that the Trend Team is passionate about discovering and sharing the best of the North-east of Scotland, but we’d be kidding ourselves. The things that have made Trend into the only local essential lifestyle magazine are firstly our advertisers who have supported us from the beginning - from hairdressers to hotels, bars to boutiques, shoe shops to specialist retailers, jewellers to just about every kind of business - these are the companies who make Aberdeen City and Shire such a vibrant and prosperous place to live.

events and coverage in our hugely popular society pages. We support local charities as a company at all our own Trend events and, as a business, we try to keep all our partners as local as possible.

The other thing that makes Trend so successful, dear readers is you. We’d just like to thank you all for making Trend what it is today.

In return, we’re able to promote local artists, designers, musicians, people and community events and bring

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She first realised she had a passion for photography after completing an art course at Aberdeen College and went on to do the HND in photography in 2011. Her work mainly revolves around fashion and portraiture, working closely with some of Scotland's top agencies.

OTHER CONTRIBUTORS IN THIS ISSUE: Newsline Scotland, Alison Daniels, Peter Mitchell, Courtney O’Grady, Stephen Davy-Osborne, Jan Leatham, Alison Shaw, Hayley Charles, Kirsty McLean, David Letchford & Keara Drumm.

Stylist: Rae Mathieson Hair: Louise Chrystal

She splits her time between Aberdeen and Glasgow, mainly working on fashion editorials or with agencies. Her work has been featured in numerous international magazines in both print and online, spanning from Australia to Canada. She works closely with many up and coming designers and fellow creatives from the Aberdeen area which she thoroughly enjoys as there is so much hidden creativity up here that deserves to be seen. www.louisecarnegie.co.uk

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HEALTH

We asked Rob Currie of Aberdeen Grammar Rugby Club for a few tips for those of us who need to get back to exercising after a lazy summer...

STAY HYDRATED Try to drink 2.5 to 3 litres of water per day and take a water bottle with you when exercising for more than 30 minutes.

REFUEL AFTER YOUR SESSION Aim to eat within 30 minutes post exercise to fuel your body’s repair and recovery system.

STRETCH Make time to stretch regularly during your week and after exercising. I promise you will feel great!

TRY EVERYTHING IN MODERATION Don’t completely exclude anything from your diet, and allow space for treats.

ENJOY EXERCISING Try new types of exercise to keep interest and motivation. Sometimes you just need to find a form of exercise you really enjoy. There are new classes every season and lots of new facilities, so if you haven’t exercised for a while, now’s a good time to explore the options.

SLEEP Try to get 7 hours of sleep a night. This will improve your energy levels and general mood.

Theresa is one of the top coaches in Aberdeen and probably Scotland! www.theresa-day.com CALL NOW: 07919 996 329

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The Duchess of Rothesay Officially Opens The Aquatics Centre

This July, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Rothesay officially opened Aberdeen Sports Village’s £22million world class Aquatics Centre.

Since it opened to the public in May more than 40,000 visitors have been through ASV’s doors, with HRH The Duchess of Rothesay now added to this impressive list of supporters.

now boast. The impressive number of visitors through the doors since we opened highlights the impact the centre has already had on the sporting community, and general public in the North East and beyond.

HRH enjoyed a diving display from award winning James Heatly, and Scottish diver Grace Reid, both part of Team Scotland Aquatics Squad for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, then engaged with some of the older Aquatics Centre users from the Evergreens programme, and youngsters from the Learn to Swim courses.

With a 50m, 10 lane Olympic Standard pool and 25m pool with 3, 5, 7.5 and 10 metre diving boards, ASV’s Aquatics Centre has, from concept to completion, been three years in the making. It is one of only ten facilities in the UK with full diving facilities and platforms up to 10 metres, and has beend eveloped to benefit everyone from world-class swimmers to children taking a dip for the first time.

David Beattie, Chief Executive at ASV, said: “Having someone of such stature to officially open the Centre is a true testament to the quality and scale of facility we

FASHION

OUI We love this time of year at @hamishmunro as the A/W 14 collections start trickling in! We are especially happy to be stocking Oui again. Oui delight us every year with their fashion forward, high quality garments! Oui have combined feminine colours with winter fabrics to create this fantastic collection. Be the first to get your hands on the new collections in-store. Visit us at 19-25 Thistle Street, Aberdeen or online at www.something-for-me.co.uk.

ENJOY THE ULTIMATE FASHION EXPERIENCE AT CELEBRATIONS LADIESWEAR where they offer classic clothes that define their times and define what you want to wear. Some are simple, some are sophisticated, some are relaxed and others are all-out sensational. The collections cover day-to-night dressing-vibrant city checks, soft greys, blush pinks, pink purples and the love of their lives-red! Complete your visit with a sumptuous, culinary experience in their award winning restaurant. www.celebrationsofturriff.co.uk IN CRUISE New brands for AW14 include Valentino, Alexander Wang and Moncler Must have pieces include: > Wrap and double breasted coats as seen

by Vivienne Westwood

Friday 3rd October 2014 Malmaison, Aberdeen £55.00 per ticket

Our trends to watch are: > Star Prints > Electric blue > Primary colours > Leather accents on collars/trims and pockets with Gucci have some great examples www.cruisefashion.co.uk NEW RANGES AT KELLOCKBANK Kellockbank Emporium is now stocking Ness Clothing, the Scottish made range of modern knitwear, dresses, skirts, coats and jackets with a flirty, feminine edge. They are also bringing in stocks of Toggi outdoor wear for when the weather turns colder this autumn and a new jewellery range from Park Lane. Of course, Kellockbank always have a great selection of gifts, a garden centre, play area and great tea room, so it’s worth popping in if you’re headed anywhere on the A96. www.kellockbank.co.uk

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Festival season is coming to a close and holiday tans are perhaps fading a little, but summer isn’t quite over yet!

Transport yourself to a Moroccan desert or African reserve with the hottest, latest fashion trend. The warm colours and sparkling metallics of the tribal trend are bound to brighten up the dullest of days and make your summer last a little bit longer.

Don’t be scared to mix up different patterns and colours, this trend relies on clashing and layering so get adventurous and let out your wild side! If you think it’s all too much, opt for a simple accessory instead, thus adding a bit of tribal chic to any wardrobe staple to ensure you remain on trend.

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Firstly, introduced by Alexander McQueen for SS14, the look embodies chunky jewellery accessories, kaftans or cover-ups and endless amounts of fringing. The tribal trend has expanded from these routes and can be seen throughout the high street creeping into AW14.

Materials such as leather and chiffon are teamed with exotic patterns, metallics and embellishment to create luxurious yet wearable designs.

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Stylist Hayley Charles takes to the streets of Aberdeen to find the city's best-dressed...

KIRSTY THOMSON, 19 STUDENT

TOP, TROUSERS & BAG ZARA SHOES NEW LOOK WHO IS YOUR FASHION ICON? That’s easy, Molly King from the Saturdays.

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TOP NEXT SKIRT NEW LOOK BAG PRADA SHOES ZARA WHAT ARE YOUR HANDBAG ESSENTIALS? My mobile phone is a must have but I can’t go without my lip glosses.

LYDIA LIU, 25 UNEMPLOYED

IRIS CLARK, 54 SALES ASSISTANT

TOP ALICE AND OLIVIA SKIRT ZARA BAG MICHAEL KORS

SKIRT TOPSHOP TOP NEXT SHOES KAY

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE CLOTHING ITEM? I love body con, mid length dresses, I have a nude one in my wardrobe which I love.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST FASHION FAUX-PAS? Primark shoes! They gave me sore feet.

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LEFT IMAGE: White wide brimmed hat £18 ‘Nell’ Shoestring slip dress Whistles £125 both John Lewis Bird necklace £7.50 Pink Tailored coat £75 Pink & Gold watch £20 all Topshop £99 Ted Baker Daisy’ skirt £115 Whistles both John Lewis Skull Print scarf £165 Alexander Macqueen ‘Black and Gold belt £245 Gucci ‘Riley’ bag £795 Jimmy Choo all Cruise

RIGHT IMAGE: ‘Edryss’ oil painting sweater

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MAIN IMAGE: Black cami £35 Ted Baker ‘Mariner’ flat loafers £120 Carvela both John Lewis Tile print cigarette pants £42 Gold stacking rings £12.50 both Topshop Bayswater handbag £1,200 Mulberry at Cruise INSERT: ‘Sarah’ polka dot dress £129 White bow belt £69 ‘Cali’ sandal £139 all Hobbs White bowler bag £159 Ted Baker all John Lewis Half moon necklace £14.50 Watch and bracelet set £20 both Topshop

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LEFT IMAGE: 'Jayla’ dress £125 Coast at John Lewis Buckle belt £150 Gucci £150 'Edges’ calf zip bag £1350 Celine both Cruise RIGHT IMAGE: ‘Omelia’ frill hem tunic dress £169 Tea clasp clutch bag £99 both Ted Baker at John Lewis Watch and bracelet set £20 Topshop

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OUR THANKS: Model: Vanessa Chung of Colours Model Agency, Glasgow Photographer: Louise Carnegie Styling & Make-up: Rae Mathieson Hair: Louise Chrystal Hair Venues: Kim Dalglish Florist & Almondine Stockists: Cruise, John Lewis & Topshop

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FASHION

When Megan Camlin turned 18 the pretty vintage ring presented to her by her granny was just perfect.

But three years on and having developed a more mature sense of style, the diamond cluster, lovely though it was, no longer suited her taste quite so well.

For sentimental reasons she remained emotionally attached to the piece, though she was less inclined to wear it.

But rather than let it languish in her jewellery box, Megan discovered a way to reinvent the ring that not only preserves the memory of the original gift but marks another significant milestone - her 21st birthday.

Whilst working as an intern at McCalls Highlandwear in Aberdeen, the fashion management student got the chance to learn about the jewellery arm of McCalls’ business. Sitting in on client meetings with the store’s designer, she began to appreciate the delight of owning bespoke piece. Then, during a session choosing gems from a stone dealer, she fell in love with a beautiful teardrop of burgundy rhodolite garnet. That sumptuous stone provided the inspiration for a remodelling of her pre-loved vintage ring.

McCalls’ designer then came up with a sketch to showcase the garnet and incorporate the essence of the original ring which, coincidentally, featured 21 small diamonds.

Then the piece was cast in wax and fitted, to ensure it was just what Megan wanted, before being made up in precious metals.

The end result, costing just over £400, is stunning and unique - a large magenta gem encircled in rose gold sits on a silver shank, its split shoulders set with the 21 sparklers.

‘It’s better than I imagined and I’m really happy,’ said Megan ‘My granny knows all about it and is so pleased to have been part of it too - best of all, it’s the perfect gift again.’

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DOLLSHOUSE OPENS IN PETERCULTER Peterculter is now home to the DollsHouse Hair & Beauty Rooms which is already well regarded for its wide range of top quality hair, beauty and body treatments. The boutique styled DollsHouse is owned by Sandra Geddes and Kirsty Johnstone. Kirsty previously supervised the spa operation at Gleneagles and has treated royals, celebrities and politicians...but she’s not saying who.

172 North Deeside Road, Peterculter, Aberdeen Tel: 01224 467999 SHARE IT WITH TREND Have exciting news you would like to share in Trend? We are looking for short articles for our October/November issue, please send your information to alison@trendmagazine.co.uk before 7th September 2014, or call the office on 01224 596223.

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COMPETITION

We have two pairs of tickets to One Man, Two Guvnors, the National Theatre’s smash hit comedy which is coming to His Majesty's Theatre from October 13th for a week.

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It’s a laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick physical comedy and glittering one-liners, starring Norman Pace, of Hale & Pace. The supporting cast includes Emma Barton and Jasmyn Banks from Eastenders.

The award winning and widely acclaimed production is based on Carlo Goldoni’s

classic Italian comedy, The Servant of Two Masters.

To enter, go to www.trendmagazine.co.uk, click on competitions and answer this question:

Who stars in One Man, Two Guvnors?

BEAUTY

If looking good naturally is your goal, Cloud Nine is heaven sent.

Beauty therapist Nicole Begbie and her team took over the former Orkid premises in May, bringing a fresh approach to skincare and wellbeing treatments and a clean and inviting new look to the salon.

With two treatment rooms and a nail bar, the service is always personal and staff take the time to get to know their customers and their individual skincare and beauty needs.

Nicole, Rebekka and Eilidh offer a full menu of treatments, from Harley Waxing, Gelish or OPI nails, massage treatments, lash extensions, spray tanning, Neom body scrubs and CACI facial contouring treatments. Men are also welcome in the salon.

Specialist treatments, such as Shinking Violet lipolysis body wraps, semi-permanent makeup, botox and fillers, are also available. Cloud Nine is small, but perfectly formed.

85 North Deeside Road, Bieldside, AB15 9DS Phone: 01224 864444

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Trend make up artist Rae Mathieson outlines the top beauty trends to note for Autumn 14 from the runways of London, New York, Paris and Milan fashion weeks.

BIG AND BOLD Bold and defined brows were key at the Gaultier show. Take this trend from the runway to routine by keeping brows natural and neatly defined - threading is my preferred choice for shaping and grooming brows.

Define and perfect the brow shape with MAC Eye Brows - self propelling and self sharpening, these brow pencils are perfect for giving definition, shape and colour in a swift and streamlined application.

BEJEWELLED MAC Eyebrows, available in 6 shades from MAC Cosmetics at Union Square.

At Elie Saab a metallic, smokey, teal eye stole the show.

This Autumn Fall in lust with MACs new collection ‘A Novel Romance’ - a colour collection teeming with luscious shades that will have you feeling overwhelmed with desire. Get the look with the limited edition eye shadow quad ‘An amorous adventure’ – a shimmering collection of shades in teal, plum, seafoam and black pearl.

MAC ‘An amorous adventure’ palette available from September 4th at MAC Union Square

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FRESH FACED At Ralph Lauren Collections, artist Tom Pecheux created fresh, dewy, perfected skin.

This September sees the launch of Estee Lauders Perfectionist Youth Infusing foundation - a skin perfecting, hylauranoic acid infused, sculpting and line diffusing formulation with lifting and firming technology that matches that of the award winning perfectionist-cp serum.

Estee Lauder Perfectionist Youth Infusing Foundation. Available from Estee Lauder counters nationwide from September 1st.

NAIL IT This fall sees an exciting launch from the leaders of the pack. This September (just in time for fashion week!) sees MAC launch the Studio Nail Lacquer collection - combining luscious colour with four high-gloss finishes: cream, frost, pearl and glitter. Featuring a brand new formula, formulated without toluene, formaldehyde or DBP, Studio Nail Lacquer is fortified with conditioning vitamins E, C and B5, applying smoothly with a newly designed brush featuring flattened, streamlined fibres for effortless application. From trendy to timeless, and scorching to sweet, there’s a shade for every mood.

MAC Studio Nail Lacquer Collection. Available from September 4th at MAC Cosmetics, Union Square, Aberdeen.

NATURAL BEAUTY It was effortless, relaxed, natural beauty at Michael Kors. Peachy toned bronzers were used to warm up the complexion, while pinky nude lipsticks enhanced lips natural colour.

Bobbi Browns new lip colours shades are the perfect addition to your make up bag for fall 2014 - polished, completely wearable and easy to apply, Try the ‘nudes’ collections, using your natural colouring of your lips as a guide.

Bobbi Brown Lip Colour available from the Bobbi Brown Make Up Studio, John Lewis, Aberdeen.

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FOOD & DRINK

> WORDS BY ALISON DANIELS

Banchory’s Tor-Na-Coille hotel has a reputation for outstanding food in a relaxed country house setting.

We caught up with Colin Lyall to discuss the secrets of his success…

HOW DID YOU DECIDE TO BECOME A CHEF? I did a kitchen work experience placement with my brother who is a chef and I enjoyed it so much I decided to follow suit.

WHAT’S THE WORST MEAL YOU’VE EVER EATEN? Before I became a chef, I once ordered kidneys and liver. Let’s just say I wasn’t quite expecting it!

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AND THE BEST MEAL? I’d go for Logan Browns in Wellington, New Zealand.

This was my first fine dining meal and it was absolutely faultless - innovative and absolutely delicious.

WHAT’S YOUR ESSENTIAL PIECE OF KITCHEN EQUIPMENT? The Thermomix. It does everything from chopping to kneading, blending to cooking. They’re expensive, but it saves having a host of other gadgets.

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Chocolate Delice Start by making the coffee ice cream. Whisk 18 egg yolks and 340g sugar in a large bowl. In a large pan, combine the 850ml cream, 850ml milk and

boil 125g whipping cream and 125g milk together and pour onto the egg mixture. Return to the heat and cook until thickened. Whip 75g of whipping

240ml black coffee. Bring to the boil, remove from the heat and slowly pour into the eggs/sugar mix while whisking to combine. Return to the pan and cook until slightly thickened. Pass through a sieve and leave to chill. Churn in an ice cream maker and store in the freezer until ready to serve.

cream to soft peaks. Place the chocolate into a blender and blitz, slowly add the warm custard mix until all is incorporated and smooth. Pour the mix into a clean bowl. Allow to cool slightly before folding in the whipped cream. Fill the moulds up and place in the fridge to set.

To make the caramel, place 250g sugar and 25ml water in a pan over a medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil without stirring, once the mixture turns a deep golden brown add 150g salted butter butter.

Stir to combine. Reduce the heat, add 150ml cream and mix well. Remove from the heat and chill.

Make cocoa tuiles by creaming 75g butter and 180g sugar together in a large bowl, add 15g cocoa powder, 30g plain flour and 90 ml orange juice then allow to set in the fridge. Thinly spread the mixture in shards on a non-stick baking tray and cook at 170°C until dry and beginning to colour, remove and allow to cool.

To make the chocolate delice, melt 175g dark chocolate. Cream 50g egg yolk and 25g sugar together in a large bowl. Preheat the oven to 180°C, half fill a roasting tin with water. In a pan,

To serve, unmould each delice and arrange on a plate with spoonful of the caramel sauce, a scoop of the coffee ice cream and a shard of cocoa tuile.

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MUSA LINE UP SOMETHING SPECIAL Musa’s tradition of creating fine foods with wine, craft beer, music and art continues this season with a series of Sunday lunch pop up events featuring guest chefs. There’s lots of behind the scenes development going on as the kitchen team launch their new seasonal menu in September and keep an eye out for an interesting 'Iona wine and fish dinner' in September with Andrew Gunn. www.musaaberdeen.com 1756 OPENS AT SAPLINBRAE Mintlaw’s Saplinbrae Hotel & Lodges has opened Restaurant 1756 by Kenny Smart. Kenny, who has worked with Nick Nairn and is well known to Buchan foodies, says 1756 will offer diners a relaxed, fine dining experience in beautiful surroundings. Saplinbrae is now managed by mother and son team, Jackie and Gavin Watt. www.saplinbrae.co.uk TASTY TREATS ON HOLBURN STREET It’s all go on Holburn Street, with the opening of Maggie’s Grill bringing a taste of American Deep South soul food to the city, with delights like Gumbo and Dr Pepper Soaked Ribs. www.maggiesgrill.co.uk A NEW TOP THAI? If you love authentic Thai food, try Thaikhun, which has just opened at Union Square. One Trend staffer has been twice already and rates it the top Thai restaurant in the city. The street food menu is based on the dishes that co-owner Kim Kaewkraikhot’s used to make in Bangkok’s street markets, using the freshest ingredients. www.thaikhun.co.uk 36

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LAKELAND BREWS UP SOMETHING NEW If our Craft beer kitchen competition has inspired you to try brewing at home, head for Lakeland on Union Street, who now have a great selection of beer kits to suit every taste as well as all the equipment you need, like this Beer maker’s equipment pack at under £45. The Milestone Real Ale Kit produces 22 litres of beer for £24.99 or you could have a go at wine-making. You can also order online at www.lakeland.com ADELPHI KITCHEN NOW OPEN Chris Tonner, the creative chef behind several of the city’s most popular eateries, has teamed up with manager Carolina Carleschi to open the Adelphi Kitchen at 28 Adelphi. The cosy new restaurant is already attracting praise from North-east Foodies, for it’s dry-aged steaks and locally sourced ingredients... www.theadelphikitchen.co.uk KIRSTY HEADS FOR THE PARX One of Aberdeen’s restaurant stalwarts has a new venture at the Parx Café. After 20 years on the city’s restaurant scene, including a decade at the Foyer, Kirsty Moncrieff is now bringing a fresh take to café dining at 19A Rubislaw Terrace, much to the delight of West End residents and workers. Parx is open from 8am to 4pm from Monday to Friday and also offers outside catering. www.cafeparx.co.uk A DOUBLE FOR 10 DOLLAR SHAKE 10 Dollar Shake, the team behind The Tippling House, have opened two friendly venues in the Academy Centre on Belmont Street. Downstairs, head to Rye & Soda, their retro-industrial café-bar which opens from 10.30am for breakfast, brunch and light lunch, followed by small plates and sharing dishes from 3pm onwards. The team aim to operate a Continental-style venue, with a relaxed daytime vibe followed by a lively evening bar with social dining. We can’t wait to try it.

Upstairs, you’ll find Bos’n, the party bar with a Latin American theme, upcycled décor and brilliantly moreish street food snacks, cocktails, beers, and a serious selection of rum. Bos’n opens from 4pm, both venues close at 12am midweek (1am weekend). www.10dollarshake.com

> 35ML EL JIMADOR REPOSADO TEQUILA > 15ML APEROL > 25ML FRESH LEMON > 2 DASH DR. ADAM ELMEGIRAB SPANISH BITTERS > 12.5ML EGG WHITE > 12.5ML HOMEMADE APPLE SYRUP Inspired by some recent travels, Alex has created this drink to open the idea to the guest that tequila is a beautiful ingredient. This drink is elegantly served in a coupette with green ribbon pegged to the stem of the glass as a cheeky nod to the colours of Mexico. www.orchidaberdeen.com

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The Dutch Mill

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The family run Dutch Mill has long been a favourite haunt of West End business people and locals alike, partly down to its location, but mainly because of the friendly staff and unpretentious, tasty bar food.

The hotel has recently been refurbished, with nine super-swish designer bedrooms, but the welcoming atmosphere and hearty approach to the menu remains thankfully unchanged. If you’re after minimalist plates that faff about with foam, then this isn’t the place for you. If you want fresh, well-cooked bar food, using quality ingredients and great flavours, then you’re sure to find something that appeals.

In our case, there were too many things that appealed. Deciding on starters, once we had taken our seats in the light and airy conservatory, took some time!

Eventually, we decided to forego the home made paté and opted for some unctuous deep fried brie wedges and a plate of nachos that came generously topped with chilli beef and cheddar.

Feeling quite full already, we asked for a slight break before the main course and sat back to enjoy a draught real ale from the bar and a glass of chilled white.

We had toyed with the idea of having one of the Dutch Mill’s Big Mill burgers or perhaps the chargrilled Strathdon chicken in a creamy whisky and haggis sauce, but plumped for a tender beef stroganoff and some lemon sole.

We made good decisions. The large strips of tender fillet of beef came enfolded in a double cream sauce spiked with brandy and both rice and a baked potato.

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FIND YOUR NEAREST FARMERS MARKET At Trend, we like to support local businesses and we love picking up interesting bits and pieces from a farmers market. It makes us feel like a chef, even if the Kohl Rabi always ends up in the compost! Did you know that there are now farmers markets all over the North-east? Most are monthly, with markets in Peterhead, Stonehaven, Westhill and Huntly on the first Saturday of each month, Balmedie and Inverurie on the second Saturday, Banchory and Turriff on the third and Aberdeen and McDuff on the last Saturday of the month. Torphins, bucking the trend, has gone for every Wednesday from 10am to 2pm.

EAT ON THE GREEN are delighted to announce that their second year of Le Salon Vert Champagne Lounge membership will be available from Wednesday 3rd September 2014 at their exclusive launch event. Following a fully subscribed first year, they are looking forward to welcoming some new members this year as they toast the success of this stunning garden room, which can be enjoyed all year round in the elegant tranquillity of Udny Green... just 20 minutes drive from the heart of the city.

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BAR 99'S SUMMER FOOD & DRINK MENU is still available. Why not sample some of these delicious looking treats? Try 99's Waldorf Salad with Candied walnuts, apple, pickled celery, crumbled Dunsyre blue cheese, topped with hot smoked salmon. Also taste Whisky in the Jar - Almost exactly what it says on the ‘jar’. This twist on an old favourite has Chivas 12 year blended whisky stirred down with a touch with house made rhubarb syrup and, of course, heavy on the bitters! www.99aberdeen.com

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KNOWN ACROSS THE CITY AND SHIRE for the finest of quality and range of outdoor reared meat produce, there’s actually a bit more to Andrew Gordon’s business than meets the eye. Customers of Andrew’s traditional and continental style butchery are familiar with the vast range of handcut, hand made produce spanning eight metres of fresh meat counters, to some this often described as the meatversion of a sweet shop for carnivores.

Did you know that this butchery specialises in reducing fat content, but maintaining great flavour? Did you know that Andrew works with the Food & Health Innovation Service to reduce salt content and test new products made using vegetable powders & vegetable proteins? Andrew is also a STEM Food & Drink Ambassador for Scotland, which means he is available for educational visits to schools and the other establishments. www.freshfoodguru.co.uk

SUMMER IS UPON US and there’s no better place to enjoy it than Amicus Apple. This month they launch, their A La Carte Menu; expect all your seasonal favourites with an obligatory Amicus twist! Their Sunday Brunch Menu; a little bit of the familiar and a whole heap of the unfamiliar! And finally their Cocktail Menu; all your Amicus Favourites and a few more that are yet to be discovered. www.amicusapple.com

ORCHID ABERDEEN Have recently launched their weekly Complimentary Buffet. With cocktails and canapés starting from 5pm on Fridays, you don't have a better excuse to sneak off work early and begin the weekend! www.orchidaberdeen.com

HAVE YOU BEEN TO THE COURTYARD RECENTLY? They have recently appointed a new head chef who brings a wealth of food knowledge to the Aberdeen food scene. With their new A La Carte lunch and early evening menus their diners are in for a real treat.

They also now offer a £30 and £40 set price menu for their upstairs dining room available free of charge for tables greater than 10 - Perfect for client entertaining, birthday or work events.

They look forward to cooking for you soon. www.thecourtyardaberdeen.co.uk

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> WORDS BY KIRSTY MCLEAN

This has been an unusually kind summer for the Aberdeenshire gardener. Long sunny days brought out a wealth of colour in the borders and it’s easy to think that it’s all down hill from here.

I was reminded that this couldn’t be further from the truth when a friend produced a bouquet of blooms that grow well here at this time of year. Better yet, you don’t need stately home sized flowerbeds to grow any of these plants.

If you have a sheltered sunny spot, try Hydrangea macrophylla or paniculata which also tolerate partial shade. Lilies (Lilium) appreciate full sun and moist conditions and do well in pots.

The blue monkshood (Aconitum Napellus) is spectacular and does well in full sun or partial shade. Ferns such as Polystichum Munitum love shady, moist conditions and can rescue a dank corner.

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including those cultivated locally at James Cocker and Sons. These can be set off by the hazy blue-green glauca colour of the eucalyptus tree. This grows quickly, so careful positioning is required.

Personally, I love country cottage style bouquets, made up of Rosa ‘Albertine’, Buddleja davidii , Spirea ‘gold flame’, sea holly (Eryngium Oliverianum), lavender (my preference is Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’), hardy geraniums such as endressii, ‘Wargrave Pink’ and blue catmint spikes (Nepeta Six Hills Giant). Perfect in a white china or enamel jug.

When autumn begins, choose Michaelmas daisies (Asters), Verbena bonariensis, roses, Lavatera, phlox and Anemone huphensis, for flowers right up to the first frosts and stock up on spring flowering bulbs to plant now for a splash of colour next year.

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Karen makes each scarf by layering up her painstakingly rendered hand drawings and each is imbued with her quirky sense of humour and great sense of colour and style.

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Travel agent Lyn Anderson shares the highlights of her favourite European destination, Switzerland…

Switzerland offers an abundance of exhilarating outdoor activities from scenic walks through the Lavaux Vineyard terraces on The Swiss Wine Route, to cycling across Graubuden and rock climbing in the Hasli Valley. For a more relaxed break, take in the sights via cable car, hop on the Glacier Express, cruise across picturesque lakes and sample some of local delicacies in Michelin starred restaurants, ski lodges or laid back cafes.

If it’s your first time, the meticulously punctual trains may come as a shock, but Switzerland enjoys one of the most efficient and comprehensive rail networks in Europe.

Sit back and enjoy the iconic alpine scenery on the journey from Zurich to Davos. Travel in comfort through magnificent green meadows and breath-taking mountain valleys to the canton of Graubunden in the east of the country.

Davos is a chic resort that’s the perfect base for summer adventure with over 700km hiking trails, a huge array of activities, a bustling nightlife and an international vibe. The sparkling Lake Davos is

accentuated by its stunning mountain backdrop - a delight for any budding photographers.

Stay in the InterContinental Davos, opened in December 2013, with 216 well appointed and spacious rooms boasting mountain and valley views. A modern, warm alpine feel is reflected in the interiors open fires are welcoming after a day on the Alps. Recharge in the spa and

experience pure relaxation with two pools, a sauna and a steam room.

Then finish the evening on the top floor restaurant Studio Grigio.

Head to neighbouring St Moritz before continuing your voyage through the sparkling glaciers and shimmering lakes of the Engadine Valley, en route to Maloja.

If you cross the Castasegna municipality border into Italy, don’t miss the Chiavenna Market, before cruising past the glimmering waters of Lakes Como and Mezzola.

town is dotted with parks, villas and church buildings imbued with a strong Mediterranean feel – the perfect place to meander the streets picking up local delicacies at the weekly market, such as fragrant polenta with porcini mushrooms, tangy sausages or a velvety chestnut cake all washed down with a lovely white Merlot which is unique to the region.

From the centre of Lugano, take the century old funicular railway to the unspoiled environment of Monte Bre, before exploring the breath-taking landscapes, hiking or mountain biking through areas of natural interest, and tiny villages.

On your return journey back towards Zurich, you can enjoy the splendour of boat and train on this unique scenic route. The Whilhelm Tell Express offers luxury train carriages with panoramic windows, the nine mile Gouthard Tunnel, and a downhill trip before arriving in Fluien at Lake Lucerne.

Here, you can board a historic paddle steamer for a memorable three hour lake crossing, dining in the onboard restaurant and spotting Swiss landmarks such as Rutli, the Schellier Stone and Tell’s Chapel.

Finally as you sail into the old town of Lucerne you can take in the sights of the medieval Mill Bridge and the 14th Century Chapel Bridge before disembarking to board your final train to return to the airport.

Switzerland really has something to offer for everyone in every season, I can’t wait to return!

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business community are abandoning the boardroom for the ballroom to take part in Strictly Come Prancing on 30th August. The event raises funds for Aberlour Options - Aberdeen, a service in Bucksburn which works across the area providing short-breaks and respite care for children with disabilities and their families.

Scotland’s Children’s Charity, Aberlour.

Tickets are priced at £80 per person from www.tinyurl.com/onzrsvj and will include dinner and a champagne reception. The couples will compete to be crowned Aberdeen Strictly Come Prancing Winners 2014, before the guests hit the floor themselves.

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Alastair's a peak performer There aren’t many of us who’d tackle some of the world’s highest mountains for charity, but fundraising is never an uphill struggle for Alastair Buchan, senior partner at the St. James’s Place Partnership! We’ve previously featured Alastair’s Everest trip, which with others from the wealth management company which raised over £772,000.

This August, Alastair is heading for the Matterhorn, to raise money for Supporting Sherpa Children in Nepal and for the St. James’s Place Foundation which gives grants to local, UK and overseas charities.

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What could be more delightful than a civilised chat with friends over sandwiches, scones and cute little cakes in the splendour of Norwood Hall Hotel?

Our winner will enjoy a traditional afternoon tea for four people.

Of course, Norwood Hall isn’t just a great The 73 room Norwood Hall Hotel, which nestles on a leafy Victorian estate in Cults, has long been a local favourite for weddings and corporate events, thanks to its tranquillity, friendly professionalism and outstanding four star facilities. Add in the AA rosette rated restaurant and a location just ten minutes from the city and you have a winning combination for business, pleasure and special events.

place for afternoon tea. New executive chef Kenny McMillan and head chef Neil Ireland - a Scottish Chef of the Year have designed a fabulous new all day brasserie style menu and there are some truly exciting new dishes for evening dining. As ever, the menu features locally sourced premium seasonal ingredients and surprisingly decent prices, given the calibre of cooking.

The traditional afternoon tea is just one of a range of sumptuous afternoon tea treats.

The Chocolate and Bubbles or Champagne options are popular for birthdays and decadent occasions, while seasonal and themed teas are great for baby showers and social events.

Behind the scenes, the hotel has just invested over £500,000 in a new kitchen, which is designed to take the hotel’s event catering for weddings, parties and corporate events to the next level, making Norwood Hall Aberdeen’s premium country house hotel in the city.

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To enter, go to www.trendmagazine.co.uk click 'competitions' and answer this question:

Who is the executive chef at Norwood Hall?

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natural flavour and juiciness at 400OC. This makes the steaks, sourced from Davidson’s of Inverurie or Crerar Hotel’s own herd, very popular, as are the accompaniments of chips cooked in goose fat, gin battered onion rings and watercress. The wild duck, salmon and venison are also delicious, so our winner will be spoilt for choice.

Our winner will receive an overnight stay, dinner and a spa treatment for them and a friend. Romantic getaway or girly sleepover, it’s your choice, because Thainstone is perfect for either.

With the house dating back to the 18th century, Thainstone House combines Palladian architecture and tranquil forested grounds with elegant furnishings and restful décor. The forty eight bedrooms take their cue from the grandeur of the building, with many original features and exceptional standards of service.

Dinner in the Thainstone’s Green Lady restaurant is always a mouth-watering affair, with the menu drawing heavily on seasonal flavours at the height of freshness. Starters include wood pigeon or scallops as well as vegetarian options. Adventurous gourmets could try the pig’s head salad.

The chefs finish all the roast or grilled main course options in the hotel’s Josper grill, sealing in the

Desserts in the Green Lady include an assiette of three different delights, though the menu foolishly suggests these are for sharing. If you don’t have a sweet tooth, the cheeseboard makes a satisfying alternative.

Spa treatments on offer in the refurbished leisure club include massages, manicures and pedicures, facials, waxing and spray tanning.

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Established for over 6 years now, Trend is a local, quality, lifestyle publication in Aberdeen City and Shire. We are looking to expand our team with the addition of a Part-time Sales and Marketing Assistant to work alongside our Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator.

The position will entail developing new leads, cold calling potential clients, managing existing customer relationships, either over the telephone or in person with the aim of maximising sales revenues and increasing our client portfolio.

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North of Scotland Cancer charity, CLAN, is looking for participants to take part in the CLAN Landmark Walk.

It’s the perfect excuse to get fit and raise money for a great organisation. The walk is a sponsored 13 or 7.8 mile walk around Aberdeen, on Sunday 21st September. Over 600 people took part last year. It’s £10 entry for adults, £5 for kids, plus an admin fee.

They are also looking for volunteer helpers for the day and interested in hearing from corporate sponsors. You can sign up at www.tinyurl.com/qxhk5fn For further information contact Steph at CLAN on steph.dowling@clanhouse.org or call 01224 651026.

The 1670s house, set at the foot of Bennachie, offers the perfect combination of south facing lawns, a private island and ancient woodlands, with receptions available in the main house or our new Ballroom.

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I’m not the first, as various members of the Royal Family I’m sure will agree, nor will I be the last, to succumb to the delights of this part of the world.

Heading out from Aberdeen on the A93, you officially leave the ‘Deen behind at Peterculter (Culter) where a large wooden statue representing Rob Roy MacGregor stands proudly on the steep rock above the Culter Burn. Not far from here walkers can join the Deeside Way at the site of the old railway station.

Cults and Culter are home to some nice independent shops including Cocoa Ooze and Lilly Pink, as well as some truly special eateries. High on my list are Terroir, a French-style café with superb lunches and baking in deli surroundings, and Café Bombay, a tapas style Indian restaurant and takeaway, which is creating a storm on Tripadvisor right now.

Between Culter and Banchory are two National Trust of Scotland castles which are a must-visit at this time of year. Drum has just opened a state of the art playground for kids, and also has a beautiful traditional rose garden and nature trails.

Crathes’ gardens are famous for their flower borders and offer acres of woodland to roam around, not to mention centuries of history with which to improve your minds. Across the road from Crathes Castle you will find a railway station, lovingly restored by Royal Deeside Railway, from which steam trains run in the summer.

If you choose the alternate route out of town on the South Deeside road, Maryculter House Hotel is worth a visit, both for its stunning setting beside the River Dee and its connections to the Knights Templar. The hotel also boasts its very own Scandinavian ghillie, Mads Pederson, so if you’ve ever fancied learning to fish on the fly...

Banchory is the next town on the way up Deeside, in the centre of which are two lovely parks, often filled with people escaping the city. Head to the Falls of Feugh where you can see salmon leaping the steep rocks and fast-flowing currents; nearby is the delightful restaurant and café overlooking the falls.

The High Street is still home to many independent shops and lovely cafes, I recommend a visit to Amy and Cameron in the Birdhouse Café - you won’t regret it, but your waistline might! Continental Cream is a traditional ice cream and sweetie shop on Dee Street, perfect for a 99 to accompany your stroll around Banchory.

Just before entering Banchory you will find Woodend Barn Arts Centre which has a full programme of arts events including current cinema releases, workshops for all, and live streaming of opera, ballet and theatre from the likes of Covent Garden, perfect for a summer evening.

Adjacent to the Barn is Buchanan’s Bistro where AA recommended.

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If you’re partial to a garden centre, Deeside has two splendid examples at Mains of Drum in Drumoak and the Raemoir Garden Centre, to the north of

Club, where you can relax and watch the gliders soar above you on a beautiful day. The countryside really spreads out from here as you travel west, and you

Banchory. There are also country house hotels aplenty with Banchory Lodge, Raemoir House Hotel and Tor-na-Coille in Banchory alone.

begin to feel as if you are miles from anywhere.

Dinnet has an antiques shop and Loch Kinord Hotel, owned by Andrew and Jenny Cox, who are extremely welcoming hosts and will gladly tell you the story of the wooden soldier who stands at the front of the hotel. Turn off here for the Burn O’Vat Visitor Centre, a splendid rock formation and some beautiful walks.

From Banchory you can head west to Kincardine O’Neil, the oldest village on Deeside, where the delectable Dee’s Teas nestles in the quaint main street, accompanied by several other delightful local shops, including the Wool Shop, Angels Shop and Treasures - a tiny shop jam-packed with gems and very knowledgeable owners.

Alternatively, you can head slightly north to the larger village of Torphins where a weekly market is held every Wednesday by Platform 22, a café and art gallery owned by the Pattullos. You are guaranteed a warm welcome and a fine piece here any day of the week! Or go south to the tiny hamlet of Finzean where the hidden delights of the Finzean Farm Shop are locally renowned.

Ballater is a pretty village set amongst forested hills, and home to lots of shops and cafes. Rocksalt and Snails have a branch here, which also opens as a wine bar in the evening. Byzantium, Atholl Countrywear and Deeside Books are all worth a look, as are the Dee Valley Confectioners a business established in 1965 and still selling aniseed clips and granny sookers as if it were yesterday! I have only touched on the delights and distractions of Deeside, but hopefully enough to whet your appetite for a wee run oot!

Carrying on along the A93, you can turn off to several excellent family entertainment venues including the Deeside Activity Park, where the fun ranges from quad biking and kart racing to archery and off road driving, with an excellent café and farm shop for the less adventurous. Belwade Farm (World Horse Welfare) is also worth a visit.

Aboyne has several excellent eateries, including the Sign of the Black Faced Sheep, Royal Kashmir and the newly refurbished Boat Inn. Strachan’s of Deeside is definitely worth a visit, a proper country emporium selling everything from waders and fireguards to buckets and spades! During the summer Aboyne hosts a Highland Games and an Arts Festival, both of which are very popular.

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If you were asked to describe the quintessential Highland village, you would likely mention imposing mountains, rolling green hills, meandering rivers, majestic forests and a population that is fiercely proud of its Scottish heritage. Essentially, you would describe Braemar.

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The exhibits and audio-visual presentations serve to educate visitors on everything from geography and ecology to local lore.

Nestled in the Dee Valley, Braemar has a history as old as Scotland itself. As far back as the 8th Century when the King of the Picts built the first stronghold in the area, Braemar has been a seat of nobility as much for its strategic geographic location as for its singular beauty. Castles have been erected and knocked down, earldoms have been granted and taken away, religious and family rivalries have brought turmoil and destruction, but through it all Braemar has survived with its character intact.

Of course, no recounting of Braemar and its past would be complete without touching on the one event that it is most famous for - the Braemar Gathering. These Highland Games, which are held on the first Saturday in September each year, date back over 900 years and have long been a favourite of the monarchy, with members of the Royal Family attending regularly from their nearby summer Estate at Balmoral.

Fortunately, the colourful history of this intriguing village is on display at the Braemar Highland Heritage Centre. Located in the centre of town, the Heritage Centre presents all that is great about Braemar as it is today and as it was in the past.

Whatever time of year you plan to visit Braemar, make the Highland Heritage Centre your first port of call to get the most out of your time there. And don’t miss their specialist clan and tartan shop if you wish to take a piece of Scottish Heritage home with you.

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BLITZ Your Fitness > WORDS BY COURTNEY O’GRADY

No matter how determined we are to improve our fitness, the greatest challenge always seems to be finding an exercise routine that is simultaneously challenging and enjoyable. This year I decided to try something new - Bootcamp fitness.

As its name suggests, Bootcamp fitness is designed to push its participants to their limits using a combination of strength and interval training. Sessions are aimed at groups and, to add to the realism, are often held outside in public places.

For my own induction to this military movement, I enlisted with Stix Body Blitz run by Terri Forbes and located within private grounds on the Keithhall Estate in Inverurie. Bounded by an impossibly tall brick wall and even taller trees beyond

that, there can be no better, or more private, setting for such an activity. When the weather is fine, classes are run on the expansive lawn but there is also a fully kitted-out studio that ensures no one can use bad weather as an excuse.

Sixty minutes flew past while myself and 20 fellow recruits were put through our paces in a rapidly changing endurance test that included squats, lunges, planks, punches, crunches, jumps, sprints and more press-ups than I have done in the past decade. And though my limbs were

decidedly wobbly by the end, I refused to give up because the group resolve does not allow it. Like the military, the success of the individual is intrinsically linked to the success of the group and that is the power of Bootcamp.

To say I could feel the pain the next day is an understatement but it must be good pain because I have already been back – twice. Once you have mastered Bootcamp, Stix also offers Boxercise and TRX Suspension Training classes. Terri, an avid obstacle racer, has even built her own assault course where she readies competitors for gruelling events like the Spartan Race. I think I will need a few more visits before I’m ready to try that. www.stixbodyblitz.co.uk 73

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Lights, camera, action... Trend catches up with videographer Darren Campbell Darren Campbell of Eternal Video may be best known for his wedding and corporate work, but he’s also developing projects to take to the big screen.

'I’ve had a really keen interest in film, music and art for as long as I can remember,' Darren explained. 'As a teenager, I pestered my folks for a cheap camcorder for Christmas. My friends and I creating lots of short films which was great fun and led to me getting my film diploma, while I worked part time to fund my start-up kit.'

Darren continued, 'I really enjoy creating corporate videos as it’s effectively a collaboration. Each time you work with a new client, you find about their passion and their goals and you are the key to helping them get to their next step.'

'Wedding shots can be pretty intense, it’s taken me a few years

'I’m always looking for ways to make things easier for the viewer.

I’ve pioneered a tool that allows wedding guests to log on to our site www.shareitforever.com and download the video to their phones and tablets so they can watch it on the go. I even put a trailer of the wedding video up with in 48 hours so all the guests see it while there is still a buzz around the event.'

not to get nervous, because you have just of seconds to capture memories and the feeling of the day. If it’s captured and put together well, it will bring back the feeling of the day over and over again. Some brides I’ve worked with say they never noticed me on the day and that’s great because I observe and capture from a distance. I use the best possible compact camera so I blend in with the guests and no one is self-conscious. When I’m working, I’m right in the zone and absolutely love it.'

'I’ve always been a huge film buff, unfortunately it’s hard to get a chance to enjoy films these days, with work. As well as growing my business, I’d like to be able to finance one of my film ideas in the future. While, I’d love to direct and work alongside some really talented actors and make something with meaning, I’d always want to work on corporate and wedding videos too because I love the work so much.'

'Editing is most time consuming stage, but also the most creative, since it brings the project to life. It can take around a week, but it’s great to be able to watch the final cut and say, 'Yeah I’m proud of that and the client will be too.'

'Whether it’s a wedding or corporate shoot, I really put everything in to it. I turn up early and leave late to make sure that I can make something extra special. I always meet a client a few times before I shoot, it means I can find out who they are and what they need 74

but also how I can go the extra mile for them and always have something to surprise them with.'

'I really appreciate every genre of cinema, I think everything that comes out is amazing, because it’s always someone’s greatest vision with hundreds of people behind the scenes. It’s always a shame when a film gets bad reviews because I honestly think it’s just a case of the viewer not getting the directors vision, but that’s just life.'

Tel: 07817 422125 Email: darren@eternalvideo.co.uk www.eternalvideo.co.uk

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Aberdeen’s Aymee Charlton isn’t afraid to put in the hours to make her dream of being a top fashion designer a reality. The talented Gray’s graduate juggles several part-time jobs with work on her latest collection, so she can finance her growing brand.

We caught up with her as she launched her latest collection...

‘Even as a child, I was really into creative work, especially illustration, photography

‘I also design to commission. I am working on designing a dress for the CEO of

and making things with my hands.

I studied textiles at Harlaw Academy and then graduated in Fashion Design.

In school I made a few tops and a dress - looking back it’s really interesting to see how my design style has evolved’, Aymee smiled.

ANA Recruitment at the moment and I’m happy to consider other commissions.

Having clothing made for you is something every woman should experience at least once. I design for customers who want to feel feminine but still dress comfortably.

My garments are often oversized and made so they will drape well on the body.

They will look different on every body shape’, Aymee continued.

‘My current collection is inspired by the typical French maid, but not in the Ooh La La sense! I’m using muted colours with bold hints of red. I wanted to look at the working woman’s lifestyle.

I’m influenced by minimalist designers like Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto and Margiela but my overall favourite designer is Russian designer Vika Gazinskaya. I just love the silhouettes she creates!'

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‘As well as my collections, I’ve done some costume design work for a short film down in London and designed costumes for elementz dance group for a short dance film this May. I’d love to do more costume work.’

Aymee admits that becoming established as a designer isn’t the easiest of options.

‘It can be difficult to set up on your own, but not impossible. I’m determined to succeed and I’ve had help from the Prince’s Trust and Business Gateway. I was lucky to be offered a graduate residency at Gray’s

currently trying to secure stockists in Norway and Iceland as well as in the UK.’

for a year and I’ve been waiting to move into a studio since last September with Aberdeen City Council.’

illustrating and like to include that in with my designs and trying my hand at new things.’

'Premises has been the biggest issue for me. I cannot work at home as there’s not enough space, but everywhere in Aberdeen is so expensive. A lot of creative businesses here falter because of lack of space.

At the moment, I’m really grateful to have a temporary studio in a summerhouse in garden out in Cults.’

‘Scotland has a long history of outstanding textile and fashion design and I really want to be part of that. Lots of people really want to have quality garments and accessories that are made here. I want to show that you can start up a fashion label outside capital cities. It’s good to let people know lots of creative things are happening up here.’

‘Once I have permanent studio space, I plan to continue working on biannual collections. I am really inspired by Scandinavian fashion design and am

E-mail: aymeecharlton@gmail.com www.facebook.com/aymeecharlton www.aymeecharlton.co.uk

'I’ve also been working with Hannah Joy Scott, a local textile designer on a collaborative project inspired by a trip to Iceland. I absolutely adore print. I enjoy

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Using your Kindle or iPad is all very well when you’re stuck on a plane or lounging on a sofa, but it’s really only suitable for ordinary books or furtive erotica.

When it comes to extraordinary books, however, a pale electronic incarnation just won’t do. Sometimes you need to own the physical object, drawing pleasure from visual and tactile qualities as much as the contents. Our selection of the best new art and design books would grace any coffee table...

Phaidon’s WA: The Essence of Japanese Design explores the oriental aesthetic of simplicity, craftsmanship and art in 250 perfect objects from the antique to modern work. The book is hand stitched and beautifully laid out.

Informative, attractive and highly covetable, it should have been packaged with its own bib, because it’ll leave anyone who cares about design drooling...

Modern sculpture is an art that’s often misunderstood by both audience and artist, so Judith Collins’ gorgeous review of the last forty years will open your mind if you think it’s all piles of bricks and Tracey Emin’s soiled sheets. £29.95 from www.phaidon.com

£49.95 from www.phaidon.com or local bookshops.

Art/Books are a small UK publisher, producing amazing titles. It’s well worth checking their catalogue online at www.artbookspublishing.co.uk. We’re in love with this stunningly stylish retrospective of Terence Donovan’s fashion photography which covers four decades of iconic images. We’re studying it for future fashion shoots...

Also from Art/Books is a beguiling offering on the works of Johnathan Yeo, who’s shaping up to be Britain’s best portrait artist following the demise of Lucien Freud.

The Many Faces of Jonathan Yeo features portraits of the actors, celebrities and politicians, with insightful commentary on Yeo’s approach and technique. £24.99 from www.artbookpublishing.co.uk

Use the code TREND and it’s yours for £40, instead of £60, so it’s a bit of a steal.

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Sandra and her team at Shooligans children’s shoe shop are celebrating fifteen years of finding the perfect fit.

Firmly established as a favourite with families throughout the city and beyond, the Shooligans team is dedicated to making shoe shopping a pleasure for parents and children alike. As you’d expect from an award-winning store with an outstanding level of personal service, the shopping experience and range of footwear is unbeatable.

all children and their families, taking the stress out of finding new footwear!

Sandra said, 'Many of Shooligans’ customers have grown up with the business - from their first soft baby cruisers as they start to toddle, to school shoes and gym-shoes, party shoes, trainers and wellies. We’d just like to say a huge thank you all our customers for their support over the past 15 years.'

With its candy striped exterior and colourful play area, Shooligans has a relaxed and positive atmosphere. Sandra, who was trained by the Start Rite fitting expert who fitted Princes William and

Shooligans carries an unrivalled choice for both boys and girls from baby sizes to a grown up six. Shooligans stocks Start-Rite, Geox, Crocs, Primigi, Agatha

Harry, provides the same royal attention to

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Kickers, and Lelli Kelly’s collection of sparkly designs. Over 5000 pairs are held behind the scenes and it is now possible to buy online.

As well as sourcing Shooligans’ stock from the best European makers, Sandra also has a great eye for cute accessories, such as backpacks, lunch bags, and some very frou-frou tutus! There’s even a capsule clothing section and unusual toys and gifts for both boys and girls - there’s always something new in store.

When it comes to children’s footwear, Shooligans has offered perfect fit for fifteen years!

32 Ashley Road, Aberdeen AB10 6RJ Tel: 01224 585678 www.shooligans.com

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Family friendly Mediation: Bringing solutions to the table

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Persuade the kids to step away from the PlayStation and embrace outdoor activities this summer. When it comes to fun, sometimes old-fashioned is best. Here’s our selection of great outdoor toys that are sure to be a hit. Well, after a period of readjustment to sunlight, fresh air and getting them to put their phones down for a minute! Before you know it, they’ll be climbing trees and building go karts…

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When a relationship breaks down, there are numerous options available when deciding how to resolve the financial and child related issues which arise. Many couples wish to resolve matters amicably, whilst retaining control of the process and the decisions made.

Family Mediation is one form of resolving disputes which allows for this. The process involves the couple working with a trained mediator to resolve any issues. Firstly, an initial meeting is held where the mediator would meet with each party individually in order to ascertain their concerns and what needs to be addressed. All future discussions then take place with both parties present.

The role of the mediator is to assist the couple to make the right decisions for them and any children in the relationship. It is the responsibility of the couple to produce all the information which is requested by the mediator, who will then guide them through the range of possible settlement options so an agreement can be reached. The mediator’s role is very different to that of a conventional solicitor. For example, he or she does not represent either party and instead encourages the clients to obtain independent legal advice.

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National firm Simpson & Marwick is at the forefront of mediation in Scotland.

We are delighted to announce that Lydia McLachlan is the latest member of our team to be accredited as a Family Law Mediator by the Law Society of Scotland. Lydia works alongside experienced Aberdeen based family lawyers, Shaun George and Donna McKay who both have considerable family law dispute resolution experience. The team was crowned “Family Law Team of the Year” at the prestigious Scott & Co Legal Awards in Edinburgh last year.

If you would like to discuss the mediation process and whether it might be of benefit to you, do not hesitate to contact any of the team: shaun.george@simpmar.com, donna.mckay@simpmar.com or lydia.mclachlan@simpmar.com

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NEW ATTRACTIONS AT HOODLES Hoodles Playbarn at Oldmeldrum has added a new soft playframe extension and outdoor paddock equipment to keep the kids amused this summer, come rain or come shine. Kids will love the wooden castle with slides, trikes and bikes, pedal go karts, grass sledges, jelly belly, trampolines, swings, slides and football pitch. Exhausted parents should head to the coffee shop for a cake break! There’s also a packed activity programme. Visit the hoodles website for more information. www.hoodles.co.uk TRY TEENY TINY TUNES Aberdeen Performing Arts and the Royal National Scottish Orchestra have launched Teeny Tiny Tunes to introduce music to youngsters aged from three to five. There are three blocks of ten weekly sessions starting at the end of August, with RNSO musicians telling stories through music. The sessions will be held at HMT and each block costs £50.

Email: creativelearning@aberdeenperformingarts.com for further details.

VANITY IN INVERURIE, launched their childrenwear side of the business last November, stocking brands such as Lilly & Sid, Toby Tiger, No Added Sugar & Bob & Blossom ranging from newborn to two years. It has been extremely successful and going from strength to strength and from August this year they are expanding up to eight years. Owner Cheryl said 'We are delighted to be growing our childrenwears to meet the high demand from our customers, it's fantastic to see such growth in a short space of time'. www.vanitycollections.co.uk SHARE IT WITH TREND Have exciting news you would like to share in Trend? We are looking for short articles for our October/November issue, please send your information to alison@trendmagazine.co.uk before 7th September 2014, or call the office on 01224 596223.

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BON ACCORD & ST NICHOLAS have a host of fabulous summer activities to keep you and the kids amused this summer!

Be sure not to miss the monthly craft fair in the Bon Accord & St Nicholas Centres, on the 30th & 31st of August the centre will be host to over 25 crafters all selling handmade, bespoke items.

The summer sales are almost over and Autumn/Winter will soon be upon us. Be sure to pop into the centre this August to check out the new Autumn trends.

Bon Accord & St Nicholas are also giving you the chance to win a brand new Mini convertible in partnership with Northsound 1! See if you can spot the mini when you are out and about this summer and for full details of how to head to their website www.bonaccordandstnicholas.com INNOCENCE are a baby and children's boutique selling designer clothing up to five years of age, and a selection of gifts and toys.

Located in Thistle Street in Aberdeen's West End, they can create wonderful bespoke gift baskets and boxes.

Their clothing brands include Mayoral, Billie Blush, Butterscotch, Timberland, Absorba, Kissy Kissy, Emile et Rose and Lilly & Sid. A new arrival for the Autumn/Winter season is the hugely popular Guess brand. Founded in 1981 by the Marciano brothers Maurice and Paul and is now known worldwide for its fun and fashion-forward collections for babies, boys and girls. They look forward to welcoming you in their store very soon. www.innocenceaberdeen.co.uk

With the Paddock, Courtyard & Playframe there is hours of fun for everyone.

Great value for money with one entry price for all areas!!!

New equipment in the Paddock this summer!

North Mains of Barra, Oldmeldrum T: 01651 873813 E: playbarn@hoodles.co.uk www.hoodles.co.uk

OPENING TIMES - 7 DAYS A WEEK Playbarn 9.30am - 5.30pm Paddock 10.00am - 5.00pm Coffee Shop 9.30am - 5.00pm

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MUSIC: Rachel Sermanni Woodend Barn, Banchory Tickets: £12.00

ART: Kaffe Fassett 50 Years in Colour

FESTIVALS: Aboyne Highland Games

Aberdeen Art Gallery (until 27th September)

Aboyne, Aberdeenshire

HOMECOMING: Routes to your North-east Roots

FESTIVAL: Banchory Beer Festival

Haddo House, Aberdeen

FESTIVALS: Ballater Highland Games

COMEDY: Elaine C Smith: Still Standing...Just!

Ballater, Royal Deeside

HMT, Aberdeen

MUSIC: Russell Watson

THEATRE: The Vagina Monologues

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Deeside Rugby Club Pitches, Banchory (Until 10th August)

ART: Paintings as Arguments Exhibition Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen (Until 20th September)

CHARITY: Jamie’s Concert The Forum, Aberdeen

Tickets: £50.00 +

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THEATRE: Lord of the Flies

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FESTIVALS: North Hop, Inverness

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MUSIC: Rock ‘n’ Roll Heaven HMT, Aberdeen Tickets:£27.50

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HOMECOMING: Homecoming Celebration Duthie Park, Aberdeen

ART: An evening with Alexander Moffat Peacock Visual Arts, Aberdeen

FAMILY: Scottish Home Show AECC, Aberdeen (Until 28th September)

TREND WEDDINGS: Exhibition Ardoe House Hotel Tickets: £7.50 + (See P28/29 for details)

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A champagne arrival was followed by a selection of craft beer, wine, fish house and elderflower champagne punch cocktails to start the evening off with a bang!

Mini tasters from the menu ranging from dirty cooked steak, hog mac and cheese, smoked pork and ribs, oysters and a further selection of seafood were served during the night. The VIP launch nights were a huge success and a great night was had by all.

The Adelphi Kitchen looks forward to welcoming all customers, old and new, back for future events.

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The new organisation, which will include Aberdeen PA and Glasgow PA, sees the launch of two new city groups, Edinburgh PA and Inverness PA.

PAs working throughout Scotland will now have the opportunity to link up with PAs across the country thanks to the launch of the Scottish PA Network.

and give business members a platform to promote their services to PA's. www.scottishpanetwork.com

The PA networks provide a way for PAs to network with their peers to share advice and information,

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The sixth Life With Style Awards was hailed as another brilliant night with all the successful winners and finalists basking in the glory. Alzheimer Scotland benefitted from the evening courtesy of our jewellery sponsor Finnies The Jeweller in the form of the 'Cake Pop Raffle.' Gill Buyers said, ‘It’s always a real testament to the North-east when there are still new businesses opening and established ones thriving. So well done to all our finalists here this evening and thank you to all who took the time to apply!’

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TREND SOCIETY: WOMEN ON THE FRONTLINE LUNCH

VIP’s present included Brigadere Robin Bacon the charity's representative, Captain Smith RN Regional

01. Lt Col Dan Cheesman Mbe Rm, Colour Sergeant Baz Barrett Rm & Lt Col Rich Parvin Rm 02. Cpt Alan McEwen, Major James Reilly & Linda Mclaren 03. Catherine Ross Mbe, & Lt Col Rich Parvin Rm 04. Anne Milne, Denise Murray, Gladys Sangster & Liz Gilmour 05. Capt Nikky Clark & Sergeant David Jenkins 06. Lt Maxine Stiles Rn, AB1 Nicola Webster, PO Nichola Sweet & AB1 Holly Mctear 07. Rita Strang, Margaret Howie

Commander for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Lt Colonel Dan Cheeseman MBE, Commanding Officer of 45 Commando RM, and Lt Colonel George Connolly MBE.

& Captain Chris Smith Rm 08. Claire Yule, Nicky Brady & Marion Leyni 09. Cpl Vaniqui, Cpl Armstrong & Cpl Bell 10. Rachel Telford Sac(T) & Sian Galvin Cpl

A highly successful lunch entitled "Meet The Women On The Front Line" was held at the Marcliffe Hotel and Spa recently to raise funds for The ABF The Soldiers Charity.

Organised and hosted by Catherine Robertson-Ross MBE, and sponsored by Oilwell Varco, Nexen, Bread PR, and the Stewart Group the lunch raised an amazing ÂŁ18,022.

Mrs Robertson-Ross was delighted to welcome Medic Katie Nesbit, who is only one of two women in the history of the armed forces to receive a Military Cross from Her Majesty The Queen for her gallantry in Afghanistan.

Guests enjoyed an inspirational speech and had a lovely 3 course lunch after raising the fabulous amount from the auction.

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TREND SOCIETY: ISABELLE RANDALL 10TH ANNIVERSARY Couture Designer isabelleRANDALL is very proud to be celebrating 10 years in business after launching her own designer label back in 2004. To celebrate this milestone she arranged a drinks reception in her shop for past, present and future clients including friends and family. A ’10 years in business’ competition had been launched late last year and the winners were revealed at the party. Everyone was welcome to look at Isabelle’s Collections as well as speak to her in depth about a made-to-measure commission and her alteration service. A big thank you to Lisa Stevenson Portraiture Photography and Irene Wilson Hair-DYNAMICS for their prizes in the competition draw.

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Oooh! There were lots of great prizes in the last issue and lots of delighted winners...

JENNIFER URQUHART and DONNA INNES will each be taking a friend to HMT for an evening of Rock “N” Roll Heaven.

GARY STUART is off to the Champany Inn near Linlithgow for two nights of luxury living, while EFFIE JAMIESON will be even more popular with friends and family now she’s won our short break for four at Morton of Pitmilly, the five star luxury self-catering venue near St Andrews. Lastly. DONALD HOSSACK will be spending a laid back afternoon at Banchory’s splendid Tor-Na-Coille Hotel, enjoying a champagne afternoon tea for four.

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If you’ve ever fancied brewing your own beer, we’ve found the perfect place. One lucky reader will get to make and label forty litres of their own beer in the UK’s first ever Craft Beer Kitchen!

The Craft Beer Kitchen is the latest innovation from Stewart Brewing, widely acknowledged as one of Scotland’s best boutique brewers since being founded in 2004 by Steve and Jo Stewart. Last year, Stewarts moved to a custom built brewery at Loanhead, near Edinburgh - a stainless steel cathedral to the patron saint of beer.

They have brewery tours, a shop and a very impressive sampling wall with 18 taps showcasing their latest limited editions.

The Craft Beer Kitchen is right next to the main brewery, so you’re in the heart of the action. It’s great fun, aided by hugely enthusiastic staff. The brewers use the craft beer kitchen to invent new recipes for the company, so you have the best kit and all the help you could need to hand.

The visit is in two parts, the first session involves choosing a recipe or discussing your ideas, weighing the ingredients, boiling the beer, pitching the yeast and transferring your brew into a fermenter. Some people bring their own ingredients to add to the brew. Stewart’s brewers will look after your brew to ensure that it conditions properly, before you return to bottle and custom label your creation.

A fair bit of sampling goes on too, so it’s best to use public transport for the first trip and a car to transport to take your beer home.

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Peter Mitchell became a valued Trend columnist nearly six years ago after 37 years on the Press and Journal, latterly as a Diary writer. For Trend, he has interviewed lots of prominent people including TV's Angela Rippon. He is also much in demand as an amusing MC and after-dinner speaker.

I had the good fortune to meet with Mike Loggie recently, to find out about the high level of community work he spearheads in his role as Chief Executive of Saltire Energy Group.

It’s heartening to meet with an Aberdeen businessman who is so focused on ensuring his company does its utmost for the local communities in which it operates, but who is also so intent on encouraging other businesses to do their bit for young disadvantaged people.

We met at Aberdeen’s Mariner Hotel on Great Western Road - a fine establishment which the philanthropist has owned since 1996.

'I was born in Aberdeen and began my career in the city in the 1970s through the tourism industry before gradually moving into the oil and gas industry,' Mike began.

His company, a leading supplier of drilling tools to the offshore oil and gas industry, began in 1986 and is dedicated to supporting local community initiatives.

It has invested considerably in projects, both locally but also internationally, through the company’s Saltire in the Community programme.

'We strongly believe in providing potentially life-changing opportunities for disadvantaged young people in the community. As the company has grown, so too has the range of work being carried out to benefit thousands of young people. Our focus is all about giving the young people opportunities to allow them to take control of their future choices.'

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Currently, Saltire Energy is involved in a variety of initiatives including a substantial donation to the Aquatics Centre, and ensuring thousands of local primary pupils from disadvantaged areas benefit from the Saltire Energy Sports for Schools Project.

His company launched the project in 2009 to encourage youngsters to stay active, and enable them to engage in activities which they might not normally have experienced.

Just last year an exceptionally generous donation of £1million was made to local children’s charity, Befriend a Child. Mike was determined to make sure the young people on the charity’s waiting list received the much-needed support and friendship provided by Befriend a Child. Mike was made honorary patron of the charity in recognition of his long-standing affiliation and ongoing support.

'Seeing the young people benefit is what keeps my company doing whatever we can to help. Businesses within the oil and gas industry are in a prime position to be doing what they can to better the futures of our next generation.'

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