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Issue 45

July 2015

08 SUMMER SEASON

36 BEAUTY BUYS

16 HOT YACHTS

42 TRAVEL: KENYA

28 SKELETON TIME

32 RALPH LAUREN ON SAFARI

49 TRAVEL: GRAN CANARIA

55 A TASTE OF SUMMER

60 YOUR SOCIETY 62 REVIEW: TRADING HOUSE 69 REVIEW: VALENTINA 73 MCLAREN 81 YOUR LIVING

CONTENTS CONTENTS

CONTRIBUTORS: KEN KESSLER WATCHES JITESH SHAH NEW CAVENDISH JEWELLERS HELEN ERHABOR PLAX JEWELLERY MATT GOLD FINANCE EDWARD GERARD HARRODS WINE SALVATORE CALABRESE PLAYBOY CLUB LONDON KATE GOULD KATE GOULD GARDENS

FROM THE EDITOR As we welcome July with the hottest day of the year so far,

and make use of the plethora of terraces on offer.

the good weather looks set to continue - even Wimbledon may

Wherever you find yourself during July, just remember, there

experience a rare, rain-free programme - providing the perfect

are always options to head away from the bustling city whether

opportunity to get outside and enjoy the abundance of events

you’re looking for a short break or the trip of a lifetime...it always

across the Capital.

helps you get through the days knowing that you will soon be

If you fancy heading out of town, the Qatar Goodwood Festival takes place offering the ever popular Glorious Goodwood

relaxing in an equally hot yet somewhat more pleasant place where time no longer matters.

supported by a huge £2 million investment. If you missed out on

Until then, we have some pretty fantastic places for you to

Royal Ascot, or just need some more of the same, then this is a

look at and some holiday homes that could break the bank, but

must. Elsewhere in London, there are plenty of open air events

would certainly be worth it.

to take part in both free and ticketed and you can even enjoy

Take care in the sun, there is nothing worse than enduring the

some during your lunch, so there are no excuses. Speaking of

pain and misery of sun burn or worse, sun stroke, so please drink

lunch though, there have been some fantastic openings recently

plenty of water - or at least stay hydrated with some form of liquid

stretching right across the city, so make sure you check some out

- and slap on that lotion.

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Greenwich Music Time Set within the grounds of the grand Old Royal Naval College,

The BBC Proms

Greenwich Music Time is a four-day series of al fresco concerts. Returning for its second year, it moves from the August bank holiday weekend to the end of July and this year welcomes world platinum selling artists

Held yearly at the Royal Albert Hall, the Proms is arguably the most popular season of classical music the world over.

the Gipsy Kings, legendary Kinks frontman Ray Davies, Welsh singer Sir

Featuring a varied yet accessible programme of 92

Tom Jones and 10-time Grammy Award-winning George Benson as its

concerts in eight weeks, Pete Tong will join the likes of Mozart

headliners. More support acts are also still to be announced.

and Beethoven for the Proms in 2015, showing just how the

Greenwich Music Time, Old Royal Navel College - 22 – 27 July www.greenwichmusictime.co.uk

classical music concert series caters for both young and old music lovers. Presenter Tony Blackburn joins the Proms again to get this year’s party under way, introducing a range of artists, including The Mavericks, Caro Emerald, Beverley Knight, Matt

Somerset House Summer Series

Cardle and the West End cast of Memphis The Musical.

The event will conclude with the Last Night where seas of Union flag-waving Brits will enjoy classics such as Rule Britannia, Jerusalem and the national anthem.

The aim, for the past 120 years, has been to mix the popular and familiar with the surprising and innovative, allowing

Jewish Lebanese Montreal duo Chromeo kicks off the Somerset House

classical fans to discover new composers. Between 500 and

Summer Series with American Express on Thursday 9th July. George Ezra,

1,400 standing tickets are available for each Prom on the door

Gary Clark Jr., Belle and Sebastian and Angus & Julia Stone are just some

for as little as £5.00. There are also chamber music concerts

of the live acts dropping into the stunning central courtyard of Somerset

and Saturday matinees in nearby Cadogan Hall and outdoor

House for this year’s Summer Series.

events throughout the country. The world-famous Last Night of

You’ll soon forget the city bustle outside and instead tune into the

the Proms brings everything to a thrilling finale – but be quick!

idyllic, calm serenity of the escapist location, surrounded by one of

Tickets are like gold dust. Alternatively, you can join Terry

eighteenth century London’s most spectacular buildings during one of

Wogan and thousands of revellers in the annual Proms in the

the magical concerts.

Park closing party in Hyde Park.

Jessie J plays the closing party on Sunday 19th July 2015.

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For detailed information on this year’s festival visit www.somersethouse. org.uk/music/summer-series-2015

The BBC Proms 2015, Royal Albert Hall - 17 July – 12 September www.bbc.co.uk/proms-in-the-park-2015

Qatar Goodwood Festival Taking place on the prestigious Goodwood Racecourse, and following the most significant single investment in UK horseracing history - £2million - the Qatar Goodwood Festival will showcase the best of international horseracing in a five-day sports entertainment extravaganza.

Set to be an unforgettable summer experience, guests will be captivated as the biggest names, and best horses, in the sport compete for the some of the most prestigious prizes in the global horseracing calendar. The prize money for the Qatar Goodwood Festival now totals £4.5 million. A highlight race of the festival, the Group 1 Qatar Sussex Stakes, will be run for prize money of £1 million alone, making it one of the most significant mile races in the world.

Taking place from Tuesday 28 July to Saturday 1 August, the iconic festival will showcase this British sporting tradition at its finest, with an abundance of fine food, champagne and strawberries.

AJ Bell London Triathlon The London Triathlon is the world’s biggest and most iconic triathlon, attracting over 13,000 triathletes of all ages and abilities to swim, bike and run around the spectacular route, with over 30,000 spectators cheering them on. Events include Super Sprint, Sprint, Olympic, Olympic Plus, Team Relay, Senior Elite, Junior Elite, Youth Super Sprint, Kids Aquathlon, Kids Duathlon.

AJ Bell London Triathlon - 8-9 August www.thelondontriathlon.com

Traditionally the most glamorous day of ‘Glorious Goodwood,’ Ladies’ Day features the Magnolia Cup – a celebrity ladies race run for the benefit of small charities. 2015 is an important year for the Magnolia Cup, as it is anticipated that £1 million will have been raised for the chosen charities in the five years since it began.

Riders sport bespoke silks created by renowned fashion designers - who have in the past included the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Frost French and Beulah. The 2014 title was won by supermodel and former Ladies’ Day ambassador Edie Campbell.

To further add to the celebrations, a military band will perform around the course throughout the week, and jazz musicians add a beautiful ambiance to each afternoon and rock‘n’roll groups provide an energetic

Goodwood Racecourse, Goodwood, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0PS Tickets start from £14 and can be purchased from www.goodwood.com

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finale in the evenings.

Porsche Centre East London Official Launch To celebrate the official opening of the relocated and newly

followed by Jardine Motors Group CEO, Mark Herbert and Porsche

built Porsche Centre East London showroom, around 500 customers

GB Managing Director, Chris Craft who presented an official

attended an entertaining evening last month. The brand new

opening plaque to the centre.

showroom has relocated from Stratford and has grown in size, with

The cars on display followed through to the 10 bay workshop

an 18 car showroom and a 10 bay workshop. With the great size of

which showcased the current Porsche models, the Porsche Centre

the showroom, Porsche Centre East London utilised their space and

East London restoration project in the form of a 911 2.2T (1972),

displayed a fantastic array of vehicles on the night. Guests were also

another customer vehicle - a yellow GT3 RS and Porsche Centre

entertained by a DJ and Saxophonist.

East London Technician Dave Neil’s GT3. The parts department

One of the main talking points of the evening was the 919 (scale model) which recently came first and second at Le Mans 2015. The 917 was also there, as was the 918 Spyder which was kindly loaned to Porsche East London for the launch evening from Mr James Richardson, a Porsche Centre Colchester customer.

hosted an accessories area selling items such as keyrings, mug and caps which proved very popular for guests attending the evening.

Ivan Howell, Porsche East London Centre Principal was very pleased with how the launch was received by customers.

Ivan said: “From the customers I spoke to and the feedback

Porsche Centre East London had two exclusives for customers,

received since the launch evening, the comments have been very

the 911 GT3 RS in Lava Orange and the Cayman GT4, the launch

complimentary about the new showroom and workshop and is in

night was the first time these vehicles were publicly shown in the

customers’ minds a credit to the business and team here at Porsche

UK. A Porsche Centre East London customer, Neil Plumpton kindly

East London.”

allowed the centre to display his 911 Sport Classic, Neil’s vehicle is number six of a limited run of 250 cars for worldwide production.

Throughout the evening Porsche enthusiasts had the opportunity to answer specialised questions about Porsche on competition cards which were then entered into a draw. The winners were announced towards the end of the evening with three lucky winners receiving a Porsche watch, a Porsche iPad case and a set of Porsche sunglasses.

Ivan Howell, Porsche East London Centre Principal hosted the evening delivering a speech for guests about the new Centre,

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‘La Vie en Vogue’ Reflections Reflections on on Fashion Fashion and and Interiors Interiors by by design design curator, curator, Francesca Francesca Barrow Barrow CEO CEO Façonner Façonner

‘The Equestrian’ Boys, Boys, Boys

The being at one with the horse; that’s my favourite part

with the first two associations but assured this person on

of riding. I have been considering the different aspects of

the latter that they’d obviously never been riding with

my former equestrian life; the sense of freedom one feels

me (or i.e, with someone who knows what ‘proper riding’

galloping across a wide, open field, control; poise and

is), for there is nothing ‘girly-girl’ about proper riding (the

gentle motions practicing dressage, as you Private view anticipation of ‘Boys’ by Tyler

you come back with mud on your face and Udallkind at where The Little Black Gallery

arrive at the last jump on the cross-country (my instructor’s

your whole body pains of exhaustion but there’s nothing

voice still rings in my head, ‘one, two’, as I on ‘three’ give

left to do except get back in the saddle tomorrow to get

your muscles loose kind-of-riding; where the element of a bit to the mouth and move with the grandeur of the answered ‘No exactly, these are memories over the past four For all its artistry and creative drive, fashion as an industry is competition you have within to become better even horses’ body; instinctively knowing he’s cleared a perfect years’. But it isn’t difficult to see because as Tyler and I went on a lot of surface-matter. Rarely do we get to see the true soul of when not actually competing is enough alone to eliminate round) and of course, the sense of achievement after a to discuss, it is difficult to create real art (the kind with any depth those who are in front of the wheel. When I was invited to the any hint of girlishness). And yet, I wouldn’t be surprised if really successful ride as you untack and cool your horse whatsoever) if one is tied to the idea of ‘doing it’. It shouldn’t private view of ’Boys’ by Tyler Udall, I was at first immediately there are women (perhaps even men) who have at one down with water, amidst the sweat and that fantastic be an obligation, rather a I’m-inspired-now kind of thing. I intrigued by the name of the exhibition, then the fact that it point booked a riding lesson just as excuse to shop Ralph stable-smell. I love all of it but at the core, that which in explained to him that I understood because by my nature, my was being held at The Little Black Gallery (ever the curators Lauren; the tweed jacket, jodhpur-style trousers and my mind makes a good rider a great one, remains just first love is music; and I’m a composer (bet you didn’t know that of thought-provoking material) but moreover that Udall’s knee-high boots (oh-so-chic). Mud or not, horse riding is a simply being at one with the horse. I have been riding but more on such things another day, dear reader) and as such background finds him as having been the senior fashion editor beautiful sport not least for its actuality but for its aesthetic. for as long as I can remember though in recent years, there will be times when I quite literally hear a song formate in of poignant titles such as Dazed & Confused, Another and Let’s be honest, jodhpurs are massively flattering; they following the dismay of witnessing my horse go lame my very spirit up to five times a day and then there will be times Another Man- and yet, these are not fashion photographs. make your derriere look pert, legs long and stomach and now living in London with a fast-paced career in when that heart seems muted. As Udall expressed, the times Indeed, they’d better be described as fine art photography. flat- add to that a pair of knee-high riding boots (or even design, I am not even a quarter as practiced as I’d wish that we produce material that is really good are when they’ve Then, the motivation for these pictures is different; stemming ankle-high riding boots with chaps look sterling) and you to be. But as we enter polo season, my column takes on been born out of that spark; again the I’m-inspired-now kind from a far more personable arena of the mind than that used to could quite literally come back bruised and foddered but a somewhat equestrian theme and I’ve been thinking of thing. So on to the exhibition- ‘Boys’ gives you a real look be involved in creating iconic magazine covers of Kate Moss, still look smart. Even that the traditional riding hat makes about how a world that I associate more aptly with my inside Udall’s head. It exists in all its sometimes naked glory as Kirsten Dunst, Tilda Swinton and Natalie Portman when the set your head appear unusually large only serves to make former life seems to consistently seep into my now. For if to say ‘I’m Tyler’s soul, these are my moments as perceived is a bustling vibe of fashion cool-kids as Udall has- this is solely the rest of you look smaller (comme ci comme ça). So fashion sees ‘equestrian’ everywhere. Ralph Lauren is at by me- hang out and stay a about an artist and his I must reconsider the the forefront of this while if you think you’re man medium (photography) tomboy’s viewpoint with its eternal mascot enough’. Sometimes and all and how those two for though I class as the polo pony. at once, I wasn’t sure if I was things come together myself as a proper Someone recently - the pictures are not exactly intimately to portray rider, was always said to me (a girl who softly pretty enough to just sit a moment in time. brilliant at jumping described herself as on a wall in ones’ bedroom Indeed, it was the first and even better at a ‘tomboy’) that they and blend themselves into thing I asked Tyler on dressage (which by couldn’t stand girlycandy-coated interiors. entering the gallery, itself is fairly vain), I am girls because girly-girls Nope, they’re completely ‘did you shoot these completely crap at are only interested honest and taken by a pictures as a cohesive polo (I’m left-handed in talking about brilliant hand with a gifted collection or are these and could never much boys, going clothes style in photography. They just memories that have be bothered with it) shopping and horseare artsy and whether the come together?’ He and know for a fact riding. I sympathised ‘Darcy and I’ Photo Credit: Mummy aesthetic is one’s taste or almost seemed surprised at how I nailed it as he

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enough will appreciate the contrast between the subtlety of

well I wore a black, sparkly (not that I’m into sparkles but these

Tyler’s hand as a photographer and force of strength in the

were the very subtle-sophisticated sort) by Maje, watersnake-

actual compositions themselves. The title as was given to

effect leggings by Wolford and bag by Stella McCartney- just

this exhibition which is a collection from a larger project by

because I thought I should be kind of kitsch and a little rock

Udall entitled ‘Auguries of Innocence’ (also the name of his

n’roll too.

new book published by Armour Press which coincides with the exhibition) really says it all; and whilst the pictures almost seem to render gender unimportant, there is, to me, a certain masculinity in the rough rawness of some of the subjects. Enter a little fashion-relevance; I can see the vibe and the energy; kitsch-ness (if you will) in ‘Boys’ as I do in fashion (particularly in London) but it’s just wavering in the background- really, it’s a grander scheme and if you haven’t already, I would suggest checking out Tyler Udall’s work because I’d expect more and cool things from him. I like it when fashion translates to art because unlike interiors; I think a lot a can be done within the creative sphere of that merge. On the note of fashion, as always, The Little Black Gallery did a super-cool job of hosting and the private view’s atmosphere seemed to harmonise with the photographs; cool, artsy and smart. There was a sense of ease in the presence of the pictures- everyone was laughing and chatting and prosecco was flowing. I’d say that’s the right sort of place in which to contemplate the inner workings of a truly trendy photographer who’s aim isn’t to be trendy at all but

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“At 10km, the course provides a good fitness challenge, but the water elements make it a lot of fun, especially when the sun comes out.

Whether you do it solo, or form a team, all you need to take part is a pair of trainers and a sense of adventure. And most importantly, every step you take, every splash you make, you’ll be raising money for individuals and families struggling with homelessness or housing issues in Britain today.”

As growing numbers of people struggle with soaring housing costs, Shelter has seen a rise in demand for help from people fighting to keep a roof over their heads. Campbell Robb, Shelter’s chief executive said: ““We are so excited to be a part of the River Rat Race again this year,

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Entry to the event starts from £65 plus a £10 standard donation to charity Shelter, with further money going to the charity through the sponsorship funds raised by each participant.

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The race will start inside The ExCel London with participants facing a quick fire barrage of obstacles before they head out on to the dockside.

London’s largest urban beach returns for the third year running bringing

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them on to the kayak section. From here it’s homeward bound, but as

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Long Sterling and long Europe have been a safe journey Our financial insider reviews the global markets

With all the drama about Greece, UK election and FIFA, long

to date respectively. Walt Disney, Apple, Boeing, Goldman,

GBP and long UK or Europe stock markets turned out to be a

Nike, JP Morgan, Pfizer are up 10-21% year to date. Coca-cola,

good trade in first half of 2015.

Johnson & Johnson, Du pont, Travelers, Exxon Mobil, Chevron,

Eurostoxx 50 is up 14.3% in 2015 as of 22 June. Performers

Intel, Procter & Gamble, American Express, and Wal-Mart are

are banks and exporters in general. Top 10 performers are all

the bottom performers among the 30 stocks in Dow Jones and

up over 20% year to date. Banks like ING, Intesa Sanpaolo,

they are down 4% to 15%. The worst performing stocks in Nasdaq

SocGen, Unicredit are in the top 10 while Banco Santander,

100 stock index include Whole Foods Market, Yahoo and Wynn

number 4 from the bottom, is down three percent in price year

Resorts which are down 18%, 19% and 32% respectively.

to date. ING is up 41% year to date as of 22 June. Inditex (Zara

Currency wise, Sterling holders have had a steady and safe

fashion chain), LVMH, Daimler are also in top 10 to reflect the

ride. GBP against EUR has gone up from 1.29 to 1.40 as of 19

better business activities in the consumer and luxury segments.

June, 2015. The high point was 1.42 on 11 March. Since March,

Airbus tops the leader board with 46.7% return year to date as

GBP versus EUR has been range bounded between 1.34 and

of 22 June as everyone seems to be flying more these days.

1.41. GBP against USD started the year at 1.56, weakened

Among the top 10 losers, there are some household names like

to 1.47 in April, rebounded to 1.59 on 19 June. GBP against

Siemens which is up 3.1% and Nokia is down 0.9% year to date.

AUD started 1.91, dipped to 1.84 in January and reached to

Another interesting contrast is Deutsche Telekom up 22.0%

2.04. GBP against JPY started at 186.51 and at 175.87 in April,

while Deutsche Post is down 0.2% year to date as of 22 June.

reached 195.26.

More texting than writing is the norm. The postal service needs

Gold started 2015 at USD 1184 per onze, peaked on 22 Jan

to tie up with eCommerce giants like Amazon to be part of the

at USD 1302 and zigzagged to USD 1202 on 18 June. Gold

supply chain.

prices came off in 2012 from USD 1780 level and have been

FTSE 100 is up 4% year to date. Property developers

depressed since then. 2014 rebounded to test USD 1400 level.

have done well. Long Property Developers stay away from

One may expect institutional investors may switch to hold gold

miners has been the winning theme. Taylor Wimpey, Barratt

on the back of Euro zone crisis and the potential Grexit. Maybe

Developments, Persimmon are all among top 5 performers this

institutional investors rather hold USD, CHF and GBP than gold.

year. Mondi that does paper packaging ranks second with 36%

If Grexit happens, “Cash is King” could be the right strategy.

return in 2015 as of 22 June. Schroders, a fund manager, and

Crude Oil began the year at USD 53.27 a barrel, slid to USD

Hargreaves Lansdown, the Independent Financial Advisory

43.66 on 16 March, bounced gradually to USD 60.45 on 18

Group also give over 22% return to their shareholders. The

June. Crude Oil is at USD 60 level now and it is probably equal

resources sector is a struggle in general. Miners like Rio Tinto,

chance to see Crude Oil price back to USD 80 before year end

Glencore and Fresnillo are down 8%. Anglo American is the

or test USD 40 again. We could see both. Last June, Crude Oil

worst performing stock in FTSE with 17% negative return and we

was above USD 100 a barrel. Who could have guessed Crude

still have 6 months to go in 2015. In the oil and gas sector, BG

Oil could slide so much.

26.4% and Royal Dutch Shell ‘A’ is down 13%.

In the US, there is no simple pattern scanning across the

The first half of 2015 should have been a good six month for UK investors. GBP as a currency has appreciated against EUR, USD, AUD and JPY since the end of last year. Stock markets

household names. Netflix,

across the world have

the

performed.

online

content

TV/Movie

provider

Gold

is

who

small, up a couple of

House

percentage points year

of Cards, provided 98%

to date and oil prices

return and top the chart

have rebounded more

in

than 10% in 6 months.

also

produced

Nasdaq

100

stock

index. Electronic Arts, a

These

are

game provider, Amazon

results

in

and Starbucks were up

of

42%, 41% and 31% year

default.

excellent the

potential

midst Greece

Content within this column is personal opinion and does not constitute financial advice and should not be taken as such. Information correct at time of going to print.

Contact Matt by email at matt.gold@yourmedialondon.com

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Group is getting bid from Royal Dutch Shell. BG Group is up

Tahitian The Enigma of Sensuality with Helen Erhabor, Creative Director, PLAX Jewellery Tahitian pearls are renowned for their dark, mysterious and enigmatic

examined closely the pearl’s natural body-colour actually ranges from

hues. These particular cultured pearls are commonly referred to as

hues of grey, brown and of course black. The shade of a Tahitian pearl is

‘black pearls’, and indisputably reign supreme as the most captivating,

ultimately dependant on the depth of colour determined by the amount

provocative and seductive among all cultured pearls. Originating from

of black pigment the oyster secretes. Their natural body colour ranges

the breath-taking French Polynesian Islands particularly Tahiti located

within the darker hues, however, Tahitian pearls possess pearlescent

within the South Pacific, hence the name Tahitian Pearls’.

overtones covering the entire spectrum of the rainbow, from blue to

Tahitian pearls are considered to be the second most valuable of

green to yellow to purple and even pink.

all cultured pearls. They are the product of exceptionally large oysters

Tahitian pearls are available in an array of interesting, original

scientifically referred to as Pinctada Margaritifera’, which are harvested

and spectacular shapes, ranging from the classic round, the drop,

from lagoons within the French Polynesian Island of Tahiti. During the 19th

the baroque and circle pearl. Circle pearls are commonly observed

century the Pinctada Margaritifera’ oyster was aggressively sought after

amongst this Tahitian pearls; they possess ridges that form concentric

due to the sheer beauty of its shell. Many Polynesian divers would gather

grooves around their entire diameter. Their existence is established due

the shells of the oyster, and eventually transform them into mother of

to foreign imperfections, however, these pearls are essentially beloved

pearl pieces.

for their eccentric features.

The Pinctada Margaritifera’ is also commonly known as the Black

The common size of the Tahitian pearl ranges between 9mm to 14mm,

Lipped Oyster’. Its distinctive and unique appearance arises from

and possesses an average size of 9.5mm. However, with all cultured

the colours possessed by the Tahitian culture of pearl, which is black,

pearls: the larger the size, the more expensive and rarer the pearl

opposed to other numerous pearl producing oysters which birth pale

becomes.

interiors. The Black Lipped’ oyster naturally secretes a darker pigment which is ultimately responsible for the colour of the pearls formed.

The government within the French Polynesia devised a grading system for their harvested Tahitian pearls, in order to maintain high quality exports.

As with all cultured pearls, the oyster is nucleated with a small mother

This system takes into account various elements of the pearls including

of pearl bead within the mantle of the living oyster. The mantle of a living

their size, shape and lustre. The pearls are then categorised into various

oyster is the organ that produces the brilliant iridescence substance

quality groups either A, B, C or D’, with category A’ being the upmost

named nacre, for which a pearl is valued. After nucleation, the oysters

highest of quality. Pearls categorised below ‘D’ grade are not permitted

are delicately suspended into the shallow waters of the lagoon for about

for exportation, but instead, are crushed to make a pearl powder.

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18 months. During this gestation period the pearls gradually form layers

Tahitian pearls; though dark in colour retain the luminosity and brilliance

on top of layers of the calcium carbonate substance known as nacre,

of any other culture of pearl, with the hues and overtones creating a

which results in the formation of iridescent and luminous pearls.

wonderful symphony of natural colours that is theatrical and enigmatic.

Tahitian pearls are commonly described as black, however, if

A dramatic display of sensuality and seduction.

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A Lange & Söhne

by Ken Kessler

It’s easy to forget that A. Lange & Söhne as we

Gunter Blumlein were able to revive the company and restore it to its former glory. As the company itself

know it is only 25 years old. Its roots are in the

states, “The name A. Lange & Söhne nearly

19th Century, but this brand was one of the

fell into oblivion”; instead, it provided watch

victims of the post-World War II partitioning of

enthusiasts with one of the most remarkable

Germany. The town of Glashütte, where it is

comebacks in the history of horology.

based, fell on the Communist side, and all the companies within the borders of East

By the end of the century – indeed,

Germany were reduced to the same

upon releasing the first of its watches in

level of producing the bland, poorly

the mid-1990s – the company had been

constructed,

unadventurous,

elevated to the status of the Big Three,

Party-

Patek

approved schei e which Moscow finds so

Philippe,

Vacheron

Constantin

and Audemars Piguet. From the outset, its

appealing.

watches exhibited innovation and peerless

In 1990, however, Ferdinand Adolph

construction, while, in every instance, ensuring

Lange’s great-grandson Walter Lange – a

that they represented the traditions of a bygone

watchmaker himself – and the late, much-missed

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era. In this brief period, the Saxon house has developed 51 calibres to ensure its manufacture status – a dazzling number of new movements by any standards.

Part of the appeal of Lange & Söhne is, undoubtedly, the exclusivity. The company produces only a few thousand watches a year, compared to other luxury houses which issue timepieces in the tens of thousands. An attitude prevails among Lange wearers, too, one of discretion, of an appreciation of superlative engineering. It’s almost like a club, such is the select nature of ownership. And the company maintains this prestige by issuing both simple, classic models like the 1815, and at the other extreme, complicated masterpieces such as this year’s eitwerk Minute Repeater with the unusual 10-minute intervals for its chiming.

As for the 1815, it is an exemplar of simplicity, offering only the hours, minutes and seconds. It is as much a statement watch as any, because it suggests discretion and refinement; it just doesn’t shout about it. Recalling the style of watch pioneered by the founder, it employs Arabic numerals, the railway-track minute scale and the subsidiary seconds rather than the more modernistic sweep type, providing the utmost in legibility.

This year, to mark the 200th birthday of the founder, the 1815 has been issued in a commemorative form with black dial, platinum case and special engraving on the back. Collectors will fight for this one as the special edition of the 1815 “200th Anniversary F. A. Lange” is limited

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to 200 pieces.

For

those

fascinated

by

enhanced the magnificent

complications,

Lange

has

eitwerk with a new function.

This timepiece ticks all the boxes for hard-core horophiles because it mixes up complications to create a look like no other watch, and it was achieved without any diminishing of the legibility. Its most obvious attraction is the use of jumping numerals to show the time, rather than a hand pointing to indices.

Such watches are rare enough, and watch enthusiasts who hate quartz, LCDs, smart watches and other battery-driven abominations love them because they are, technically speaking, “digital”. For the soft-in-the-head who think that digital displays are anything new, this is a shock.

With the Zeitwerk, the hour is shown in a window on the left, at what would be the “9 o’clock” position on a conventional dial. The minutes have a window of their own at the “3 o’clock” point. Above is a power reserve,

indicating

how

much wind is left on the watch, while below is a subdial for second, read with a hand.

This alone is enough to

make

supremely

the

watch

covetable,

but it is also a minute repeater that chimes the time on demand using seven

glorious,

musical

tones. Tradition shows us that one could have repeaters that performed the hours, quarters, minutes or other combinations, the complexity and price increasing with the intervals on offer. A Lange & Söhne has now added a new twist to much-respected genre.

With the

eitwerk Minute Repeater, the

company has devised a model with a striking mechanism that sounds the hours and minutes, as well as ten-minute intervals. This is believed to be the first wristwatch to do so, which the company wisely calls a “decimal repeater”.

The acoustic sequence naturally matches the digitally displayed time when the user activates the striking mechanism via a pusher at the 10 o’clock position. The time is sounded with a low-pitched tone for each hour, with a double tone for each elapsed tenminute period. A high-pitched tone indicates each minute.

This

manually-wound

masterpiece

has

no

rivals.

Appropriately, it arrives precisely two centuries after the birth of the company’s founder. There is no doubt that he would have approved.

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Your New Timepiece with Jitesh Shah

Jitesh Shah is a Director at New Cavendish Jewellers, Marylebone High Street’s exclusive destination for Haute Horology & Exquisite Jewellery. Official agents for many of the world’s leading watch Brands alongside independently curated jewellery focusing on Diamonds & precious stones. Established in 1982, New Cavendish Jewellers is one of Marylebone’s oldest & still independent retailers.

With the world famous Mille Miglia race having just

certificate is the most difficult of all the independent bodies

happened in Italy & Goodwood Festival of Speed being taken

to attain as it considers the watch as a whole finished piece

over by Porsche; Chopard’s association with motor sport is

as opposed to just the movement. Initially set up by Chopard,

both constant & growing. However, somewhat under the

Parmigiani

radar, their L.U.C. fine watch making collection will celebrate

models fulfil this certificate. urthermore, an important part of

its 20th anniversary in 201 . Named after the Brand’s founder,

this process is obtaining the COSC certificate (Swiss Official

Louis Ulysse Chopard; 1996 saw the company open new

Chronometer Testing Institute) that ensures an impeccable

premises in the Fleurier region of the Swiss Jura mountains,

level of time keeping.

Bovet as a new standard of quality; all the L.U.C.

the traditional home of watch making. Having successfully

Aside from certificates, the watches in themselves are

developed Chopard to become a word famous brand, this

beautiful pieces of art. From the simple lunar complications

was a predetermined return to their high watch making roots.

charting

the

age

the

All the classic complications like tourbillons & perpetual

of

calendars are covered but it is the extra attention to detail

moon

and finishing that sets Chopard apart. The

perpetual

ualitie

leurier

to

calendar

the with

tourbillon (left), the

size

of

the cases fits comfortably on most wrists while the straps have

alligator

on both sides increasing their durability & comfort. There is a clear focus on legibility as can be seen opposite, with even the most complicated versions offering an immediate & easy reading of the time. For the purists, Chopard’s L.U.C.’s collection matches their peers offering the highest of certified Haute Horology whilst for the aspirational, the value based price points and very easy to wear designs will ensure this collection gains a new generation of fans for decades to come. We welcome you to come and explore the L.U.C. Collection in-store alongside the rest of the Chopard family.

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Star of the Show The Excalibur Spider Skeleton

Excalibur Spider Skeleton Double Flying Tourbillon Case: 47mm skeleton case, titanium and black DLC titanium, red aluminium container and crown Thickness: 14.95 mm Dial: Skeleton, red aluminium skeleton lange, black minute-circle and Roger Dubuis transfers, titanium screws with SLN, skeleton hands in gold, black DLC treatment with SLN Water resistance: 5 BAR (50 m) Strap: Black rubber Clasp: Black DLC titanium adjustable folding clasp Calibre: Hand-wound movement, RD01SQ £209,000

Excalibur Spider Skeleton Flying Tourbillon Case: 45mm skeleton case, black DLC titanium black DLC titanium container and crown World Premiere: Bezel set with 60 baguette-cut diamonds (2.24 cts approx.) on rubber Thickness: 13.75 mm Dial: Skeleton, black DLC titanium skeleton lange, white minutecircle and Roger Dubuis transfers, titanium screws with SLN, skeleton hands in gold, black DLC treatment with SLN Water resistance: 5 BAR (50 m) Strap: Black rubber Clasp: Black DLC titanium adjustable folding clasp Calibre: Hand-wound movement, RD505SQ £132,000

Excalibur Spider Skeleton Flying Tourbillon Case: 45mm skeleton case, titanium and black DLC titanium container and crown Thickness: 13.75 mm Dial: Skeleton, black skeleton lange, white minute-circle and Roger Dubuis transfers, Titanium screws with SLN, Skeleton hands in gold Black DLC treatment with SLN Water resistance: 5 BAR (50 m) Strap: Black rubber Clasp: Titanium adjustable folding clasp Calibre: Hand-wound movement, RD505SQ £108,000

The 25th edition of the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie provided a brandnew opportunity for Roger Dubuis to affirm its acknowledged status as the specialist of architectural and technical mechanics.

It did so in particularly spectacular style with an array of Excalibur models showcasing its signature role as the pioneer of contemporary skeleton calibres, while taking this savoir-faire to the next level with an entirely skeletonised Excalibur

Spider

collection,

an

all-new

automatic skeleton model, as well as the mysterious and intriguing Excalibur Broc liande ladies’ trilogy.

All

of

the

new

models

feature

the

unique star-shaped design of Roger Dubuis contemporary skeleton calibres, the Astral Skeleton.

Technical

Skeletons

made

a

grand

entrance under the code name Excalibur Spider, models in which Roger Dubuis applies its innovative and creative powers to extending skeletonisation beyond the movement to encompass a skeletonised case, flange and hands, while the collection also welcomed the

Raymond Weil Sinatra Timepiece

World Premiere Excalibur Spider Skeleton with gem-set rubber bezel.

Another Roger Dubuis trademark speciality was in the spotlight with its Excalibur Automatic Skeletons, the first skeletonised automatic Roger Dubuis movement with open-worked micro-rotor,

successfully

maintaining

the

transparency of skeleton-work despite the selfwinding train and the micro-rotor, and all the while achieving sufficient winding power.

Last but far from least, ladies were honoured with the Excalibur Broc liande models evoking the mysterious forest of Arthurian legends – a perfect example of the Roger Dubuis Creative Skeletons. Decorative jewellery elements are cleverly entwined with the skeleton flying tourbillon movement and the dial, and the skeleton inspiration for this ultra-feminine interpretation is drawn from the delicate lattice-work serving to support ivy as it softly and seductively winds its way along walls or fences.

CEO

Jean-Marc

Pontrou

was

unequivocally enthusiastic about reactions to the Roger Dubuis releases at the SIHH 2015. “This edition was a unique opportunity to demonstrate how our 100% Poinçon de Genève principle, the prestigious quality hallmark

sanctioning

superlative

quality

and expertise, governs every aspect of our endeavours. It also provided a chance to reinterpret our trailblazing know-how in the realm of contemporary skeleton-work and tourbillons. Last but not least, it proved our dedication to offering the unexpected and the unconventional on every level, from standout creations to cutting-edge experiential presentation modes. Feedback during the Salon has confirmed that these messages came across loud and clear.”

Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil is proud to commemorate the hundred year anniversary of the birth of Frank Sinatra with a special limited edition timepiece reinterpreted from its classic maestro collection.

As part of the global “Sinatra 100” centennial celebration, the maestro Frank Sinatra Limited Edition watch pays homage to the legendary artist and his iconic persona. With restraint, elegance and precision, the timepiece evokes a sense of admiration for the entertainer’s illustrious career.

“It is a great honour to have partnered with the Frank Sinatra Enterprises to create a design that celebrates this special occasion. Frank Sinatra was a charismatic character who left an indelible mark in the hearts and minds of many generations; he embodied an era, a style, and a tradition and was above all a passionate man of extraordinary talent. As a music-loving family company, it is perfectly fitting that we pay tribute to this undisputed maestro of music with a limited edition piece in our maestro collection,” says Elie Bernheim, CEO, Raymond Weil.

“Frank Sinatra understood the vital importance of time and when preparing his music he employed what he had named ‘the heartbeat tempo.’ For that reason, he insisted that his wristwatch would have the utmost mechanical integrity and construction to guarantee many years of faithful and accurate service, says rank Sinatra, Junior. “Master of horology, Raymond Weil has steadfastly maintained this degree of excellence and in the centennial celebration of the birth of Frank Sinatra, I am proud to see my father’s name associated with this magnificent timepiece.

The

timepiece

features

a

mechanical

movement with automatic winding housed in a

.5 mm stainless steel case. Reminiscent

of the famed “Ol’ Blue Eyes,

the hands,

index markers, and contour of the date window are a brilliant bright blue hue, against the backdrop of a sleek silver dial. A transparent caseback boasts a special Sinatra Centennial insignia, while the twelve marker, highlighted as the only Roman numeral,

signifies

Sinatra’s

December 12th birthday. With a nod to the legend’s birthday, only 1,212 pieces of the maestro Frank Sinatra Limited Edition watch will be available, starting June 2015.

The Millenary 20 years since it was first created, the Millenary is an intricately considered design that reflects the multilayered nature of the woman who wears it.

For 2015, Audemars Piguet has launched an elegant new addition to the collection that challenges perceptions of what women’s watch design can be today.

The

brand’s

genuine

dedication

to

creating movements for women is displayed in the new hand-wound Millenary 5201 movement. Three years in the making, its slim, elegant form is a salute to the aesthetic balance that is achieved when old-world artisanship meets new-world design.

The new calibre - a hand–wound Manufacture movement where the balance wheel is revealed - beats at the heart of each 2015 piece. Its form has been created to fit exactly the intriguing oval case shape that defines the Millenary, and follows perfectly and ergonomically around the curves of the wrist. Carefully composed for women with diamond settings, they are truly beautiful pieces.

Slim d’Hermès Creative, minimalist, and stylish, the new slim d’Hermès timepieces are understated and light, showcasing a new slender style for both men and women.

Created with Herm s Manufacture movement H1950, the gent’s styles come in rose gold or 316L Steel and the choice of two alligator straps – matt Havana and matt black. The timepieces boast a power reserve of 42 hours and the numeral decoration is sleek and simple.

The lady’s offerings come with a much wider variety of straps and dials from gem-set cloud white alligator and non-set Black Box calf to classic Steel. Each boast

a

uartz

movement

crafted in Switzerland and the choice of colours and textures alone makes it hard to not want to covet the entire collection.

Safari Time

The RL

Safari Chronometer with

camouflage dial is a striking new addition to the Safari timepiece collection. As with all RL

Safari

Chronometer models, the model with camouflage dial features a case with an “aged

blackened steel finish,

and houses the RL 00-1 self-winding chronometer movement. The watch comes on a dark olive green alligator strap and is available in both 45mm and 39mm case sizes.

Guide Price (45mm) ÂŁ2,660

Ralph Lauren RL Chronometer Khaki dial

5

mm

Safari

Technical Characteristics Mechanical self-winding Swiss movement, COSC-certified chronometer.

Caliber RL 00-1 requency 2 , 00 vibrations hour ( Hz) Power reserve: ~42 hours Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds Case Black “aged shot-blasted stainless steel Diameter: 44.80 mm; thickness: 11.20 mm Convex sapphire crystal, internal colorless anti-reflective treatment Screwed crown: black “aged” stainless steel with RL initials logo Dial: azure khaki, matte varnished, black Super-LumiNova® Arabic numbers, printed Hands: hour, minute: sword-shaped hands; shiny black oxidized with black SuperLumiNova® Second: baton hand, shiny orange, varnished Strap: brown alligator, brown Alsavel® lining Buckle black “aged shot blasted stainless steel pin buckle Water resistance 10 bar ( 100 m) Guide Price £2,490.00

The original RL 5mm and

Safari Chronometer is also available in both

mm case sizes, and is finished with a faded olive

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by Ralph Lauren to convey the authentic spirit of safari and the appeal of a well-worn canvas strap.

Guide Price (45mm) £2,150.00

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Beauty Bites The latest beauty snippets!

Summer Stripes for Jo Malone Jo Malone London has relaunched their existing range of Bath and Body products in brand new stripy packaging, giving you even more reason to indulge and update your bathroom cabinet.

The new relaunch also sees the two new additions to the range including a delectable Geranium and Walnut Body Scrub and three new Shower Oil’s in the brand’s iconic scents of Lime Basil & Mandarin; Blackberry and Bay; and Peony Blush Suede.

Geranium & Walnut Body Scrub 250g RRP £40.00 and Lime Basil & Mandarin, Blackberry & Bay and Peony & Blush Suede Shower Oils 250ml RRP £32.00.

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Silhouette Soft at The Lovely Clinic Following on from the early to recent years of plastic surgery,

to you from a medical and an aesthetic perspective. She has

new research shows that this trend has changed and whilst

over a decade of experience in this field and holds degrees in

surgical procedures have declined by at least nine per cent

medicine and dentistry and has diplomas in Cosmetic Science

last year (according to the British Association of Aesthetic

and Practical Dermatology.

Plastic Surgeons), less and non- invasive cosmetic procedures

Before treatment can begin, each patient has to undergo

are on the increase in the UK and enquiries have increased by

an

64 per cent in the last twelve months.

areas you would like to improve most and also whether the

initial

consultation

which

involves

discussing

which

Nowadays people are more conscious of looking as natural

Silhouette Soft is actually suitable for you. Silhouette Soft works

as possible and they don’t want to visibly look as if they have

best for those of us who have mild to moderate laxity in their

had anything done. That ‘clown’ look that so many celebrities

skin and it is more suited to people who are only beginning

have these days has made people more cautious about going

to experience the first signs of aging. It is recommended for

under the knife and having drastic procedures that cannot be

those who don’t already have the loose or drooping skin of

reversed.

older people and it is quite often used by clients in their early

Silhouette Soft is a revolutionary new treatment which has

thirties as a preventative method rather than them waiting for

been developed over the last few years and although done

things to deteriorate to the extent that they would then have

under a very small local anaesthetic, it is known as a very

to consider a full, surgical face lift. Prevention is better than

subtle and minimally invasive face lift. Often referred to as

cure and using this procedure as soon as you notice any laxity

‘The Lunchtime Lift’ because it normally only takes one hour

improves your chances of achieving excellent results.

to complete, this technique is used to reduce sagging around

Once you are completely sure you want to go ahead, a

the cheeks, jaw line and neck. The results eventually produce

local anaesthetic is administered immediately before special,

a refreshed and relaxed appearance while enhancing the

absorbable barbed threads are inserted approximately three

natural contours of the face and this is much less invasive than

to five millimetres under the skin. No incision is required as fine

a full surgical face lift.

needles are used. These threads are then fed through the skin

Performing this unique procedure at her clinic in Montpelier

until they come out of the targeted area that needs to be lifted.

Street, Knightsbridge, Doctor Sarah Tonks started The Lovely

Once in place, the miniscule cones which are situated along

Clinic (TLC) eight years ago and after many years of working

the threads attach themselves to the skin tissue and are then

in the industry, her aim is to bring the secrets of looking good

pulled and pushed back by hand to smooth into place the

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sagging skin that needs the lift until it looks firm thus achieving the desired effect. The remaining sutures are then knotted, cut and hidden within the skin itself leaving no visible evidence of the sutures themselves.

This non-surgical process takes about one hour and visibly produces immediate results. The skin is genuinely lifted and tightened, and apart from when the local anaesthetic is administered, no pain at all is felt because you are numb throughout the procedure. However, Doctor Tonks is quite candid in telling her patients that despite what they may have read elsewhere about this Silhouette Soft procedure, you have to be prepared that bruising is a very real probability and although recovery time is quick and leaves no scars, there may be a little puckering where the threads are inserted but this does tend to settle after about a week. Recovery time is quick and results last about eighteen months but you will definitely notice the best results after about three months.

This is because the threads which are used are made from polylactic acid (PLA) which eventually is absorbed into the skin.

Collagen formation occurs around the thread and this helps to create volume and freshness around the face and as Doctor Tonks explains in her blog, the lifting properties of Silhouette Soft create immediate results whilst the collagen stimulation properties give the longer lasting results. PLA is entirely safe and has been used by the medical profession for many years. It is also completely biodegradable.

These threads are not visible under the skin and the more threads that are used at one time, the greater the lift you can

The Silhouette Soft does not replace a conventional face lift but instead offers a restorative potential somewhere between this and a facial and offers patients an innovative, minimally invasive approach to achieving facelift-like results and achieving the look of dramatically younger skin in just over an hour. Patients will be absolutely thrilled with the outcome and will feel as if they have turned back the years on their appearance.

achieve. Over time you will experience tightening of the skin for a few days and then the skin will relax and you will experience slackening but after that you will feel the tightening again as

he ilhouette oft is from

the collagen formation continues in this ongoing process. You

each additional pair from

have to wait for about two to three weeks for the thread to fully

doing two to three pairs at the first treatment for the best results.

for the first pair of threads and .

octor onks recommends

integrate into the skin before using makeup or beauty products

ou can visit her website where she provides more information

or having any contact sports as there is a danger of dislodging

and honest advice in the st le of a blog and ou can even

them. After that, it’s business as usual!

arrange an online consultation.

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A Mesmerising View of Kenya Unrivalled in beauty and striving for a sustainable future, Kenya pushes the boundaries of belief.

There are many wonders in the world, most out of reach, but every so often you are awarded the opportunity to experience one first hand. The great pyramids stand proudly at the top of Africa, but head a little further south and you reach one of the most remarkable places on the planet.

The Maasai Mara, vast in size, tranquil in appearance and bursting with incredible wildlife, is a truly magical place.

Thankfully, it is also a great example of Kenya’s efforts to

your

travel

conserve one of their most valuable assets. For centuries,

successful and sustainable conservation. This is the key to

African wildlife has been under attack from both habitat

developing not only a protected environment for the wildlife,

destruction and the unfathomable urge to kill for sport and

but also a sustainable business model to bring foreign money

money, but here is a small patch of hope in what is a very big

into the economy, and it appears to be working.

problem.

Across

Kenya,

large

numbers

of

privately

owned

Kenyan authorities have for many years been building

conservancies are popping up, which means that the wildlife

relationships with local villages and tribes in high wildlife

inside is protected whilst the local villages can reap the benefits

concentrated areas in order to educate them in the art of

of the tourist trade to ensure the conservation can contiune.

The Kigio Wildlife Conservancy is one such example, offering a substantial 5.5 square miles of protected land packed full of wildlife. Just a two hour drive from Nairobi and a great stop on your itinerary, the conservancy is home to two accommodation choices, Kigio Wildlife Camp and the Malewa Wildlife Lodge.

Both camps work alongside the local villagers to deliver a welcoming and unique Kenyan experience. This is the very definition of an eco camp, supporting both the local people and the wildlife within, every aspect of your stay is defined by nature rather than your desire for unnecessary luxuries. For example, you can have a perfectly fine shower in the morning, but it must fall within the hot water schedule otherwise you will be enjoying a chilly wake-up and the meals that you eat will be provided - in part - by the local growers. The best part is that any reusable waste is given back to the farmers in order to fertilise their crops and build products which they can sell such as necklaces made from magazines and baskets made from plants.

It is such a well balanced relationship, that both parties are happy in their position whilst the whole time, the wildlife is being protected, drawing more tourists in to provide further means to protect. And this is the sustainable view that is spreading across Kenya.

Thanks to the location of the Kigio Wildlife Conservancy, positioned between lakes Nakuru and Naivasha, you can enjoy a stay whilst visiting a range of other areas. Take a day trip to the lakes and you can be back in time for a breathtaking sundowner overlooking the vast Great Rift Valley followed by an evening game drive in search of the elusive animals that only venture out at night. The conservancy holds approximately 3,500 heads of wildlife including the endangered Rothschild Giraffe, a 200 strong herd of buffalo, zebra, waterbuck, impala, Grant’s and Thomson’s gazelle, eland, hyena, leopard, hippo and over 200 bird species, so you won’t be short on wildlife spotting, just make sure you take some time to appreciate the animals in plain sight, not through your camera lens!

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On your Kenyan adventure, you can take in a substantial

number of animals, including elephants, hyena and leopards,

amount in a relatively short amount of time. Day drives from

you could find yourself enjoying the company of a wild friend.

the Kigio camp with allow you to see the lake region and take

Of course, the local Maasai employees are on hand day and

in some of the unique wildlife that this area entails and due

night to escort you to and from your room should you need the

to its close vicinity to Nairobi, you can stop off at the Nairobi

assistance and security.

as Kenya’s first. This is the

The lodge is located in the Mara Triangle at the North-

sight of some very different views, with a city skyline as the

Western point of the reserve and makes up a third of the total

backdrop, you may be lucky enough to get some wildlife

size. Separated from the main reserve by the Mara River, the

shots with a difference. This park is home to some additional

triangle is a less visited and therefore less crowded part of the

creatures you won’t come across in Kigio, so works as a perfect

Maasai Mara however it often boasts more game animals

accompaniment to your lake region visit. Once you’ve had

grazing on the plains which improves your likelihood of spotting

your fill from Nairobi, you can head around the corner - as

some predators.

National Park, established in 1

strange as that sounds - to the domestic airport where you can catch a flight to pretty much anywhere in Kenya, but there is only really one choice once you have experienced some of the wildlife first-hand...The Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Boasting a whopping 583 sq mi of land, this is merely the tip of the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem which covers an unimaginable 9,700 sq mi across Tanzania and Kenya. If you are looking for a safari, you have come to the right place. On arrival at the airstrip, you are welcomed by wildlife, quite literally. Warthogs canter away as the plane approaches and buffalo remain as if to indicate their lack of care for your presence. This is the true magic of Kenya, you don’t even have a chance to get out of the plane before you want to digitally record every single thing before your eyes.

From the airstrip, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a game drive to your chosen accommodation, however, few come close to the experience offered by the recently opened Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge. Perched on top of the Estoit Olooloo Escarpment, the lodge offers unrivalled views over the Maasai Mara taking in the sheer beauty of the landscape as well as the annual wildebeest migration route, a spectacle in its own right. Needless to say, there is plenty to see on you ‘transfer’. The Mara Engai lodge is fortunately positioned in an

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area on the escarpment which is a regular visiting spot for a

Everyone who makes the decision to go on a safari immediately begins to plan in their head the animals that they want to see, the big five’ is usually first on the list, but once you arrive, you instantly forget all about any lists and try to find space in your brain to comprehend just what you are looking at. The scale of what is a relatively small part of the Maasai Mara park is vast, allowing you to experience game drives which can take up the entire day, without stopping and not going over the same patch twice. Remarkably, it is very easy to see wildlife thanks to the conservation work that these reserves are tirelessly doing behind the scenes. It is easy - when you are within touching distance of a large female elephant and her recently born calf - to forget the wider situation and devastation that these animals are facing. Within the national park, poaching and risk to the animals is reducing and at a very low rate compared to other regions yet the issue remains that these animals are not and will not be confined, they are completely wild which allows them to travel to areas where the situation is very different.

Fortunately, the Kenyan authorities and local people are keen to build on the success that the Maasai Mara National Park has achieved and have now full surrounded the standing park boundary on the Kenyan side with additional conservancies, expanding the area to almost double the size. This provides further haven for the animals before their long migration back to the Serengeti. July is at the peak of tourism in the Maasai Mara, thanks to the stunning scenes that the annual migration offers, but you can find some fantastic times during the year that will offer you an equally exhilarating experience with far fewer crowds to spoil the view. The Green Season is a great time to visit with many of the animals already at home on the vast

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grassland and the cooler temperatures help to improve your chances of spotting some big game.

Once you have exhausted yourself - you will never exhaust the scenery or wildlife - there is a third and final leg that perfectly rounds off any Kenyan adventure. Arrange a transfer flight back to Nairobi and catch the plane to the east coast for some of the most gorgeous, blue seas, the Indian Ocean.

Saruni Ocean in Msambweni is just a short transfer from Diani airport and offers the idyllic hideaway in which to relax, contemplate and appreciate what you have experienced during the rest of your trip. The resort is an exclusive selection of villa-style properties, all with stunning sea views and reserved to limited numbers to ensure you can enjoy the space as if it were your own private property.

If you feel like you have a bit of energy left over, the hotel offers a number of activities including kite-surfing and paddle boarding and also helps you to calm down after all of the excitement with sunrise yoga, the perfect start to any day.

Views overlooking the stunning ocean and a class to suit your level of ability prepares you for the day ahead, whatever you choose to do, whether you head to the local markets or just want to make the most of the relaxing nature the resort offers.

The on-site spa can make a much needed break from the sun and allows you to slip even further into your relaxed state, ready to return to the real world.

Getting There Kenya Airways operates daily overnight flights on its new B Dreamliner from Terminal 4 London Heathrow to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International airport. Economy return flight prices to Nairobi start from ÂŁ703.36 including taxes. kenya-airways.com | 020 8283 1818 Airkenya flies into all major game parks and coastal resorts and operates charter and helicopter flights throughout Kenya.

Return flights from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara are available from $319 including taxes and from Nairobi to Ukunda, Diani Beach from $228 including taxes. airkenya.com | 00254 20 3916000

Staying There Kigio Wildlife Camp, Kigio Conservancy A full board stay in a Kigio suite including conservancy fees and escorted nature walks starts from $150 per person per night. Bush breakfasts, cycling tours and Nairobi transfers are available at an additional cost. www.kigio.com/kigiocamp.htm Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge, Mara Triangle Conservancy Mara Engai offers deluxe tented accommodation with ensuite and private veranda from ÂŁ625 per tent per night on a full board basis. Price includes two scheduled safari game drives per day, Mara Triangle conservancy fees, wifi, laundry and return airstrip transfers. Mara Engai is currently offering Stay 3 nights pay for 2 and Stay 7 nights and pay for 5 promotions. www.maraengai.info Saruni Ocean, Msambweni An all-inclusive stay in a luxury villa suite starts from $500 per person per night including return transfers from Diani airport, gourmet dining, drinks and a complimentary 30minute massage in the Sarunity Spa. www.saruniocean.com

Park fee prices Kigio conservancy: $25 per person per day Lake Nakuru: $80 per person per day Nairobi National Park: $50 per person per day Mara Triangle Conservancy: $80 per person per day Transfers: Pollmans - www.pollmans.com Gamewatchers Safaris - www.porini.com For more information on visiting Kenya, contact the Kenya Tourism Board on 020 7593 1731 or visit magicalkenya.com www.saruniocean.com

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Although the weather in England and the UK has warmed

grove and right next to the coast, is the first five star member of

up recently, this is a great time to escape to a place where you

the Design Hotels in the Canary Islands and is renowned as one

can relax and enjoy guaranteed sunshine 365 days of the year.

of the best places to visit in Gran Canaria. Uniquely decorated

Gran Canaria is just four hours away and has a sub tropical

in the bright retro style of the 70’s, the reception area leads

climate with mainly spring- like temperatures throughout the

out to the colourful bar, open air terrace and restaurant areas

year and with an average annual temperature of 24°C, the

below. The hotel is brimming over with chic, cosmopolitan

last rainfall in the South was about two years ago. Summers are

style which only few can do and the carefully selected colours

generally dry everywhere on the island.

reflect the beauty and climate of the Canary Islands. This

Steeped in history – Christopher Columbus stopped here

fabulous location, which is only a few metres away from the

before going on to discover America - and full of magnificent

beach, is extremely impressive and it is also very near to the

contrasts, it is often referred to as a ‘continent in miniature’ and

Golden Sand Dunes of Maspalomas which is considered the

has several microclimates with some considerable differences

most attractive of all Gran Canarias’ beaches.

in rainfall and temperature. From the lush green landscapes

Luxury is the key word here and all aspects of the hotel

of the north to the dry, desert- like sand dunes of the south,

ooze this quality. There are three hundred and twenty eight

100 year old pine forests and jagged mountains sit alongside

comfortable rooms and suites which, with their beautiful decor,

volcanic craters and golden beaches. All surrounded by the

all offer air conditioning, flat screen TV’s, wireless internet

glistening Atlantic Ocean.

access, minibar and all the other comforts you expect as well

Originally opened in 1975 and since extensively gutted and

as a balcony or terrace and all with a wonderful view. This is the

refurbished in 2002, the award winning Seaside Palm Beach

perfect place for you to wind down and cool off from the heat

Hotel in Maspalomas, nestled in a beautifully magical palm

of the midday sun.

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After checking in and marvelling at how wonderful your room is, enjoy an aperitif or cocktail at the bar before heading off across the terrace and down to dinner. The Seaside Palm Beach prides itself on providing good quality, local and seasonal products which is evident in all the superb gastronomic delights that are on offer daily. They have a passion for creating unique and imaginative dishes and guests can either choose to dine at the à la carte Bodega restaurant which serves traditional cuisine such as tapas, the Esencia with its acclaimed Mediterranean specialities or they can go to the main restaurant. This is on a beautiful terrace which has two levels and also has a variety of à la carte dishes but only on a slightly less formal basis because after your starters and main course, which are served to you, you can then help yourselves to all kinds of desserts, fruits and cheeses from a buffet area.

Matching local wines are specially chosen to compliment each dish.

This spacious terrace is where breakfast is served every morning enabling guests to enjoy the view of the beautiful gardens in the pleasant, morning fresh air. Bacon, eggs cooked to your liking, fish, cheese, continental meats, yoghurts, cereals, waffles, fresh juices and anything else you can think of are all ready for you to serve yourself and eat as much as you like.

The hotel is also very proud of the fact that all their desserts, cakes, bread and bread rolls are made in their very own pastry shop and bakery. As always, the perfectly mannered and hard working waiting staffs are as attentive and pleasant as ever. They all seem to be very happy and jolly and are eager to make sure that you have everything you need and their attention to detail when cleaning is very impressive.

Famed for its excellent cuisine, this main restaurant offers themed barbecue buffet nights three evenings a week.

Creating an exciting atmosphere, delicacies from Spain, Italy and Asia are freshly prepared and cooked by the hotel’s expert chefs as you watch. Fresh lobster, oysters, crab and all manner of seafood are available on the seafood night as well as meat, fish, vegetarian and other kinds of grilled, mouth watering delights. It seems that no expense is spared when it comes to meal times and every night you will come away with a memorable dining experience which leaves nothing to be desired.

After dinner, you can enjoy more drinks and nibbles in the Bar Salón whilst you listen to live music which goes on six evenings a week until 1pm. Order a gin and tonic or brandy and the experienced bar staff will prepare it in a fascinating routine. From the shaving of the cucumber and the pouring of the tonic water down a long skewer into the glass to the warming of the brandy, it is something you don’t very often see and another memorable experience. This is a perfect way to round off a perfect evening.

The Seaside Palm Beach also offers a wide range of facilities for guests to enjoy and hidden amongst the palm trees in a secluded spot away from the main pool is the luxurious Spa and Wellness Centre. Designed as a tranquil haven where you can escape everyday life and relax, unwind and be pampered to the hilt, they specialise in a wide range of massages, body treatments and aromatherapy. Guests can enjoy a variety of rejuvenating facials, therapies such as ozone and thalasso and there is also a Rasul bath which is type of mud bath. Other

offerings include a thalasso pool with sea salt and minerals, a

reserve and this includes a lagoon which is situated to the south

sauna and steam bath, a fitness gym and in addition to the

of the dunes. The most visited part of the beach and within

other pools around the complex, there is another one just

the vicinity of the hotel is near the Lighthouse of Maspalomas

outside the spa area where water gymnastic workshops take

which is very popular with tourists because of its many shops

place five times a week.

and entertainment facilities. A popular pastime for holiday

If you stroll around the grounds of the hotel you will notice that

makers is to walk along the 5 mile stretch of sandy beach from

there are a wide variety of outdoor activities which are available

one end to the other and then back again. The whole area is

to all guests. These include an outdoor tennis court, outdoor

an enormous and exceptionally valuable natural space with its

chess, table tennis, shuffleboard, darts and boccia. Something

make up of three eco systems; palms, ponds and dunes and

for every one of all

it runs parallel just

ages to enjoy! For

a few metres from

the holiday makers

the sea.

looking away

to

while

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time

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changes

playing golf, there

in

are three exclusive

over

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golf courses nearby

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Seaside

The Seaside Palm

Beach

Beach as well but

the

Palm offers

green

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Gran

Canaria years in

with all the facilities

fee

this

upon

magnificent

hotel has to offer,

request.

2008,

this is without doubt

very young guests

the perfect place

have

for

Since also

catered the

for

been

the

whole

family to unwind,

with

enjoy

introduction

the

many

of a dedicated children’s area with a children’s pool for the

activities on offer, sample the superb culinary delights where

older kids and a baby pool for the younger ones. There is plenty

only the best local and fresh produce is served by top chefs or

to keep them occupied with a children’s playground, a play

simply while away the hours sunbathing by the main pool and

room and even a mini club called Pepe’s Club where mums

enjoying a light lunch and drinks from the African Bar.

and dads can leave their kids and relax in the knowledge that

The excellent quality provided by every aspect of this hotel keeps guests coming back year after year and the staffs are so

they are being well looked after.

If you prefer a day at the beach, the hotel is right on the edge of The Golden Sand Dunes which is part of a 403 Hectare nature

good, they remember these people. They have an excellent rapport with them and they treat each other like old friends.

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Also nestled in the heart of this sub tropical oasis paradise is the Seaside Grand Hotel Residencia.

Part of the same group and the only member of the Leading Hotels of the World in Gran Canaria, this hotel offers utter peace and tranquillity and allows you to experience a holiday of a very special kind. Here you will find everything to ensure a peaceful and luxurious time and the generous facilities with that extra touch of luxury goes far beyond the five star categories.

This is the only hotel in the Canary Islands to be awarded the ‘Gran Lujo’ which is the equivalent of a sixth star.

Designed

in

the

Spanish

colonial style with 94 exclusive rooms

and

suites

which

are

located in private two storey villas, you are given a very personal luxury service of the

main restaurant create gastronomic delights from their à la

highest first class standard and can enjoy the ambiance of

carte menu and these alternates with an international buffet.

an atmosphere which is conducive to privacy. Decorated in

Whether dining in the exclusive Piano Bar or outside on the

harmonious blues and yellows to create a tranquil sense of

terrace, you will find a wide ranging selection of exquisite food

comfort and well-being this is an exclusive experience which

and drink to satisfy every culinary wish.

in a what seems like a whole new world.

As with the Seaside Palm Beach Hotel, once guests have discovered this unique hotel, they return time and time again to

Along with the large outdoor swimming pool, guests also

escape from everyday life and to enjoy being pampered and

have access to the Spa and Wellness Centre and during

thoroughly spoilt at this exceptionally high class establishment.

the day, tapas and delicious snacks can be enjoyed at the

Little wonder when the norm here is to treat them all like kings

pool bar. At night, the experienced, top class chefs at the

and queens.

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palate

Fresh Ideas for the Summer When the weather warms, there is nothing you want more than a crisp, fresh meal, far from the warming stodge we so desire in the winter months. Fortunately, London is only too happy to oblige, with plenty of excellent new restaurants opening across the Capital to deliver the dishes you want right now.

perfect for your palate

perfect for your palate

Southbank PopUp Cîroc at the London Riviera has transformed the More London Riverside into an immersive food

and drink experience, making it one of the hottest places to be on balmy evenings for amazing

The Parlour

sundown views of Tower Bridge and the Thames.

Inspired by the over-the-top Miami beachside and the chic French Riviera, the fabulous pop-

up is decked out with palm trees, luxurious day-beds, giant pineapples and pink flamingos.

Open as of this month, The Parlour’s new al-fresco Peroni Bar celebrates

Celebrity chef John Quilter has worked closely with Ceru Restaurant and their Executive Chef

the iconic Italian beer brand with

Tom Kime to offer up an ever-changing menu that is vibrant, healthy and delicious, playing on the

Peroni on-tap and innovative beer

delectably fresh flavours of Eastern Mediterranean street food. Tom (previously of The River Caf ,

cocktails. The striking al-fresco space

Le Pont de la Tour and Rick Stein’s Seafood Restaurant) has embraced the fierce flavours of the

has been transformed in inspired

Levant to create an exotic sharing food experience.

Italian style making it a glamorous

Highlights include Crisp apple, pomegranate & mint salad with green chilli, lemon & roasted

destination for summer socialising.

pine nuts; Ceru’s signature Slow Roast Lamb Shoulder with Shawarma Spices; and Kebab Karaz

Natural décor is offset with industrial

Spiced Baked Meatballs with sour cherry and cranberry.

elements to offer a sleek, modern and

Complementing the intricate Mediterranean flavours are exotic cocktails created by London’s

welcoming take on Lombardian luxe.

top mixologists, craft beers, fresh pressed juices and organic coffee from Cru Kafe, and surprises

The Peroni Bar, naturally, takes centre

galore.

stage with geometric tiling and slatted

London Riviera is proud to be part of the More London Free Festival, running from 3 June to 24

wooden panelling.

September; the series of free events will showcase a free entertainment programme, including all

As the temperature continues to

of the summer’s sporting highlights on the big screen (including Live Wimbledon, British Formula 1

soar, pop in and try a range of new

and British Open Golf), live music, live theatre and cult and classic film screenings.

Peroni cocktails created by expert mixologists – sip the Italian Bramble (£8.95)

with

lemon,

gin,

Peroni

and Crème de Mure liqueur with blackberries or the Italian Spritz (£8.50) sweetened

with

elderflower

and

Sauvignon Blanc and garnished with cucumber, citrus peel and rosemary.

Classic cocktails and sharing pitchers of Aperol Spritz or Pimm’s (£22.95, serves three) are also available in addition to ice-cold beer fresh from the tap.

The Parlour, The Park Pavilion, 40 Canada Square Park, London E14 5FW www.theparlourbar.co.uk www.thelondonriviera.com

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Tsuki Mochi Japanese Artisan Truffles Tsuki Mochi, an artisan producer of mochi truffles has launched a beautiful range of luxury Japanese desserts, which are served chilled in two unique editions, Yuzu Lemon Cheesecake and Dark Chocolate. Made from pounded and sweetened rice flour, mochi is a delicacy in Japan where it has been eaten for over one thousand years and is now set to become an exciting new culinary trend in Britain.

Japan’s favourite dessert and its best kept secret, Tsuki Mochi is on a mission to put mochi on the map in Britain. Traditionally filled with a sweetened red bean paste, this artisan brand has updated the classic mochi recipe with contemporary flavours.

Each truffle bursts with a velvety smooth and decadent ganache, creating the combination of contrasting textures that makes each mouthful so unique.

The soft and bouncy, gummy bear-like texture of mochi is just as special as its delicious taste. Beloved in Japan and known as the “Q texture” in the Far East, “Q” is to culinary consistency what umami is to taste and will be familiar to adventurous Western palates from the chewy tapioca balls found at the bottom of Taiwanese bubble tea. It is destined to become a staple for Britain’s gastronomic trailblazers. www.tsukimochi.com

Tom’s Kitchen Summer Terrace Celebrity chef Tom Aikens has opened his summer terrace at Tom’s Kitchen Canary Wharf. Perfect for making the most of the sunshine this season, the terrace will be host to live music acoustic sessions every first and third Tuesday of each month with cocktails from their newly launched gin menu at Tom’s Kitchen bar!

Otherwise, the terrace is open at restaurant opening times, offering British favourites and comfort food classics from breakfast until dinner.

Tom’s Kitchen, 11 Westferry Circus, London E14 4HD www.tomskitchen.co.uk

Sloane Bros Frozen Yoghurt Co. on Brick Lane Recently opened frozen yoghurt shop, Sloane Bros uses only ingredients sourced from the very finest

Boisdale Cuban Garden Terrace Helping guests to make the most of the warm weather The Boisdale Cuban Garden Terrace, sponsored by Havana Club, has been transformed into a tropical oasis with palm trees and lush vegetation more akin to a bustling Cuban calle than the world’s top business district.

British producers. The team knows that as a nation

Along with tasty Cuban and Caribbean-inspired food including: from the barbeque –

we are very patriotic and so one option of toppings

Cuban hamburgers, grilled Chorizo and fried peppers; Midnight street buns with pulled pork,

will be an ever-changing selection of old fashioned

cured ham and Swiss cheese; and Ceviche of snapper, coconut & lime. Boisdale have also

British biscuits, think Jammie Dodgers, Pink Wafers,

lined up a 4-piece Cuban band that will perform live on the terrace from 5pm – 9pm twice a

Garibaldi’s, Bourbons, Party Rings and many more!

week with DJ Raul taking over late sets and treating guests to a selection of sizzling hot Latin

The Brick Lane parlour has also commissioned

tunes well into the night.

local graffiti artists to embellish the walls with artwork

Boisdale founder, Ranald Macdonald has taken inspiration for the Cuban Garden Terrace

whilst the furnishings reflect the unique character of

from his annual jaunts to Havana for the Habano Cigar Festival. He has spent many a trip

its location. This is combined with white and pastel

searching for and sourcing the finest Cuban cigars and brought them back to be enjoyed

colours and tiling matched with bright lighting to

at Boisdale. Regularly shortlisted as best cigar terraces in London, Boisdale boasts one of

create the setting for a refreshing retreat away from

the largest selections of cigars in the UK, all stored in the walk in humidors and cigar shops.

Boisdale of Canary Wharf - Cabot Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 4QT

www.sloanebrothers.co.uk

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the heat of summer in the City.

perfect for your palate

perfect for your palate

New stock market bar and club launches in The City A new kind of bar experience has landed in the Square Mile with the opening of Reserve Bar Stock Exchange on Gresham Street, EC2.

Capturing the excitement of the money markets, the bar has three floors of music, food and dance combined with new technology to bring the venue to life.

Opened late last month the venue is The City’s first real time stock market for drinks with prices that change in line with their popularity throughout the evening.

Alongside a live market price board at the heart of the space, a smartphone app also allows guests to check out the latest risers and fallers, order their cocktails from the comfort of their own seat and even have them made at their table.

The bar has been created by Alan Grant whose passion has been at the heart of some of London’s most iconic and exciting venues, opening hotspots including Notting Hill Arts Club and Cherry Jam. www.reservebarstockexchange.com

HOP

Literally meaning, ‘BOX’ in Vietnamese, the HOP concept

is all about creating quality, authentic food prepared quickly and conveniently packaged for London’s working community on the move. Inspired by the whole of Vietnam, from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh, each of the signature dishes reflects the authentic flavour of its place of origin, from the subtle simplicity of the north to the rich, pungent sweet and spicy of the south. Rarely using wheat, dairy and gluten, instead, rice, vegetables and protein form the basis of most dishes, with intense flavours from fresh, fragrant herbs.

Opt for light and healthy Pho or a Pork Belly Banh Mi for a

lunchtime shake-up on the traditional sandwich.

HOP, 2 Finsbury Avenue Square, Broadgate, London EC2M 2PA www.hopvietnamese.com

Spectacular truffle infused cocktails at Tartufi & Friends Located in Harrods, Tartufi

riends London offers a range of

authentic and innovative ways to try truffle.

With a menu of classic and contemporary Italian dishes, each made with truffle, including tagliolini pasta, polenta, yellowfin tuna tartar and a truffle burger, the delicacy even plays a key role in the cocktail list.

Bar Manager, Marco Scudellari, has created a spectacular list including the signature Truffle martini with dashes of truffle honey, Truffle Orient Express, Tartufi

riends Margarita with white truffle salt,

and a Savoury Truffle, made with gin and truffle-infused amaretto.

Customers are also able to purchase fresh truffles to take home. a t fi ien s a o s o e o n oo 87-135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL ta t fian ien s it

Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea Party To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, British brasserie Mews of Mayfair have created a delightful specially themed tea party reserved just for group bookings.

Setting the scene with ‘Eat Me’ and ‘Drink Me’ signs, the selection of whimsical teatime treats will be served in the opulent private dining room on Lancashire Court from 6 July – 31 August.

Perfect for groups of 14 – 28 people celebrating a baby, engagement, birthday or hen party, sip Champagne or enjoy a spot of Rare Tea Co. Tea as you tuck into the tempting desserts. Highlights include colourful macaroons, Battenberg cake, freshly baked scones with jam and clotted cream as well as a selection of savoury finger sandwiches from Lambton Jackson smoked salmon bagels, cucumber sandwiches and mini Cotswold

Daylesford

chicken Caesar wraps.

Channel your inner Mad Hatter by exploring the quirky dressing-up box and find mismatched alarm clocks, chess pieces and various other nonsensical accoutrements throughout the room.

The Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea Party is priced at £50.00 per person for groups of 14 up to 28 people.

Located on Blandford Street, Daylesford’s new farmshop & café is their third launch and brings together all the elements Daylesford is well known for including fresh organic fruit and vegetables from their market garden; daily deliveries of fresh breads and pastries from their bakery;

Mews of Mayfair, 10 Lancashire Court, New Bond Street, London W1S 1EY 020 7518 9388 | www.mewsofmayfair.com

milk, cheese, yoghurt & butter from their creamery and an array of Eat To Be Healthy products including cold-press juices, energy balls to kale chips.

The Marylebone farmshop also boasts an impressive butcher’s counter, stocking beef, lamb, venison and poultry reared on their farms, as well as a food-to-go counter for takeaway salads, sandwiches and more.

Seasonal organic dishes are available for breakfast, lunch, brunch on the weekends, afternoon tea and supper. The open kitchen and stunning log wall created from a fallen tree at Daylesford Farm, create a perfect backdrop.

Daylesford Marylebone, 6-10A Blandford Street, London W1U 4AU daylesford.com

The Portrait Restaurant The Portrait Restaurant has announced its new Ciro’s Club inspired Menu, which will run alongside the highly anticipated Audrey Hepburn exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery. Launching on 2nd July 2015, this year being the 65th anniversary of Hepburn’s first appearance at Ciro’s, the Ciro’s Club Menu will run each Thursday for the first month of the exhibition. Exploring the lesser-known early years of the celebrated actress, the exhibition will include portraits of her family and images from her time in London.

In its heyday, Ciro’s was a vibrant London hotspot and the first dance club to compete with the established London restaurant scene. The venue on Orange Street, now the National Portrait Gallery’s Study Room, opened to acclaim in the midst of the First World

PAUL new opening on Lower Thames Street Boasting views of the Tower of London, the new opening of French artisan bakery and patisserie PAUL at 40 Lower Thames Street will be serving up its signature range of award-winning artisan breads, baked fresh on site each day as well as their famous traditional rench hand-crafted viennoiserie and fine patisserie.

Have a freshly brewed coffee or ice-cold frappe with breakfast or lunch in the large outside seating area or even take-away a freshly prepared picnic hamper – ideal for enjoying in the warmer weather. a s

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London, long before she became a Hollywood starlet.

The original menu from Ciro’s Petite Sauce Tartare, in which Hepburn first performed, boasted “cocktails”, an “oyster and snack bar”, and “dancing on balcony”. In homage to this, the Portrait Restaurant has created a special Thursday Club menu of champagne cocktails, oysters and bar bites – serving timeless classics with a modern twist. The cocktail menu will offer Ruinart Rose Champagne with rose pearls, amongst others, while dishes will include Half a dozen oysters, Veal and ricotta meatballs and Smoked salmon with a mimosa garnish.

Complemented by stunning views across London, the Portrait Restaurant, which relaunched early this year offers a spectacular combination of world-renowned art, great food, relaxed service and a vibrant atmosphere.

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War and Hepburn performed there on several occasions during her early years in

Launch of first Bell & Ross UK boutique Burlington Arcade

The Cartier Queen’s Cup 2015 Guards Polo Club

The Trading House Opened just last month, new City pub, The Trading House is guaranteed to be a hit with workers in the area.

matched to a Paulaner Hefe Weisse.

The dining area is again, warm and relaxed. With a nod back

Located on the site of the former Bank of New Zealand, the

to London’s nautical heritage, The Trading House’s interiors capture

impressive Victorian space features a striking central bar, 96-cover

the spirit of the East India Trading Company. The high ceilings of

restaurant and quirky mezzanine area for drinks and events.

the bar area gives a lofty feel, however the period features of the

With a laid-back atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a hard day in the office, the varied drinks list is mainly led by craft beers and

Grade II listed building, and stunning spiral staircase creates the perfect venue for an intimate dinner.

cocktails. Sample your way through an array of flavours and colours

The Trading House prides itself on its menu of freshly cooked

with the menu featuring unusual twists on classics such as the Cumin

pub food, done simply and well. Rotisserie and barbeque sections

Bloody Mary and the Ginger Manhattan, as well as new creations

include favourites such as burgers, steaks and whole roasted

like the Cherry Choc Coffee Tini, made with fresh espresso. Gin fans

chickens, as well as the signature ‘hanging kebabs’ made with a

will rejoice in the Trading House’s dedicated gin

choice of grilled meats, prawns or halloumi.

list that boasts true greats such as Tanqueray

These are also available in dessert form,

10 and Bombay Sapphire, upcoming gins and

with marshmallows, fruits, and Sailor Jerry

interesting infusions such as saffron gin and the

chocolate sauce. A ‘home comforts’ selection

choice of five different tonics.

of pies including Steak and Stout and Lamb

The beer offering is equally exceptional,

Hotpot, curries, traditional fish and chips and

featuring a huge range of craft beers, ales

other hearty dishes ensure those with large

and ciders. From wheat and fruit beers to pale

appetites are well catered for, and a selection

ales, milk stouts and porters, the list will delight

of deli boards and small plates such as Baked

experts and casual drinkers alike.

Camembert and home-made Scotch Egg

In what may be a first for the capital, there

with Piccalilli are perfect for grazing.

is even a small selection of miniature cocktails

Nightly live music and a late license make

designed to complement a beer and served

this lively pub the perfect ‘one-stop shop’

alongside it. Pairing Number One sees white

addition for drinks, dinner and dancing, to the

rum, clove syrup, passion fruit, mint and lime,

buzzing City night scene.

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The Oenophilist

with Edward Gerard, Wine Buyer for Harrods

Edward Gerard started his career cycling cases of fine wine round the SW1 and SW3 postcodes. Some 13 years later after a stint in the USA, and having extensively traveled and tasted his way around the wine world he finds himself with the enviable job of selecting the vast range available in the Wine Rooms at Harrods.

Sancerre is the subject of this month’s article. First let’s get the education out the way, there are two grape varieties allowed to make Sancerre and they are Sauvignon Blanc for Sancerre Blanc and Pinot Noir for Sancerre Rouge. On a recent trip to the Loire Valley I had the enviable task of visiting one of the regions greatest producers Domaine Vacheron and whist I could wax lyrical about their whites I really want to focus in on their reds. Every wine drinker on the planet has probably had a Sancerre Blanc in their lifetime and yet few will have had a Sancerre Rouge and fewer still a really great Sancerre Rouge. The reason is simple, Sauvignon Blanc is king in this part of the world and so dominates the vineyards and Pinot Noir is a fickle mistress that needs constant attention and delicate handling by a master vigneron to produce the finest wines. Having said that when it is done right, Sancerre Rouge can be every bit as spellbinding as a great Red Burgundy. In my opinion Vacheron along with Alphonse Mellot and Vincent Pinard are the very best producers of Sancerre Rouge and in general you can’t go wrong with anything they put their name to.

At Vacheron their Pinot Noirs are aged in one to two year old oak barrels that were previously in residence at Domaine de la Romanee Conti and once bottled they remain at the estate until the cousins Jean-Laurent and Jean-Dominique Vacheron family feel they are ready for the market to drink. This means that we currently have in stock their amazing 2013 Sancerre Rouge which is a blend of various vineyards and like their Sancerre Blanc this is a benchmark for all producers in the region to achieve and at £29.95 it eclipses anything from burgundy of that price point. However if the very best is what you are after then the 2008 Sancerre Rouge Belle Dame is just a drop dead gorgeous expression of Pinot Noir. Wild Raspberries and cherry fruit sing loud from the glass with notes of redcurrants and strawberries joining in with a herbaceous chorus line to round out a perfect balanced melody. This is fine art at its best, work that started in the vineyard is now available for us to savour and at £39.95 this shames most Red Burgundies at double the price.

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Domaine Vacheron

Yauatcha City As one of the most exciting launches in the new Broadgate Circle complex in the City, Yauatcha City doesn’t disappoint.

his skill and creativity to the group globally as Executive Head Chef.

Located on the border of East London and the Square

Fully embodying the Chinese dim sum teahouse concept,

Mile, Yauatcha City is the latest restaurant by the prestigious

where friends and family gather to catch up over excellent dim

Hakkasan Group, and the second Yauatcha in London

sum, wok dishes, tea and cocktails, the menu at Yauatcha City

following the success of its Michelin-starred restaurant in Soho.

offers authentic Cantonese dishes with a modern twist. Choose

Hailed as an all-day dim sum dining experience, the

from a wide variety of steamed, baked, grilled and fried dim

restaurant’s offering is perfect for light lunch, heartier dinners or

sum such as Scallop shui mai; Black pepper and Wagyu beef

simply social drinks with friends and colleagues.

dumpling; Char siu bun; and Venison puffs.

Designed by French designers, the restaurant is huge offering

Larger courses, ideal for dinner, include Stir-fry rib eye beef

guests two bars, two spacious outside terraces and a large

in black bean sauce; Crispy aromatic duck and Stir-fry pepper

main dining area. Similar in design to Yauatcha Soho, the City

chilli seafood, including Scallop and Prawn, with asparagus.

outpost features calming aquariums, starlit ceilings, and the

The Gold leaf seafood rice is the perfect accompaniment. It is

famed blue and pink palette that has become synonymous

tempting to order the whole menu, however would-be diners

with the restaurant. The mix of colours and the large use of

will be pleased to note that all dishes are extremely good value

natural light create a lively and inviting area similar to that

for not only the quality but also the amount of meat and fish

of a traditional dim sum eatery in Hong Kong where guests

that is served in each plate.

can enjoy the chatter and noise from other booths without

To complement the cuisine, the drinks menu offers 38 types

feeling crammed in. The smells and colours of the plates being

of tea, as well as cocktails inspired by Chinese ingredients and

delivered to tables is simply divine and only serves to excite the

a broad wine and Champagne list with a friendly sommelier on

senses even more.

hand to help with any preferences.

Not only does the restaurant look stylish but so do the waiting

To celebrate the new restaurant and a first for the company,

team, Yauatcha has continued its long-standing relationship

Yauatcha City has also seen the launch of a standalone

with designer Diane von Furstenberg with the managers and

Yauatcha Patisserie on the level below the main restaurant.

Maitre D wearing her exquisite dresses.

Chinese heritage and modern European cooking techniques

The kitchen is led by Chef Tong Chee Hwee, who holds a

have inspired the pastry team, led by Executive Pastry Chef

total of 12 years’ experience with the group, initially as Head

Graham Hornigold, to create a colourful array of macarons,

Chef of the original Hakkasan Hanway Place and then bringing

petits gateaux and chocolates.

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Camino Bankside

Spanish bar and restaurant group

purple potatoes, paprika and olive oil;

favourite Camino have brought their

arroz negro – black rice, cuttlefish, squid

popular authentic tapas bar format to

ink and alioli; the must-have croquetas

Bankside, Southwark but this time with a

de jamon; and gambas ajillo – sautéed

twist.

tiger prawns in garlic, chilli and white

Designed with the local area in mind,

wine; charcuterie and artisan cheeses

this new take on their existing locations

– Idiazabal, Manchego, Ibores. A whole

aims to bring a more flexible and relaxed

roasted Segovian style suckling pig, slow

offering to Bankside, similar to that of

roasted with white wine, onions, garlic

typical tapas bars in Spain.

and herbs can be served upon early

The new venue has been designed by London based designers Blacksheep, and

request for groups of 8 and up.

The

feature

jamón

counter

offers

focuses on casual drinking and eating,

diners a selection of the highest quality

with a variety of seating options, both

hand-carved acorn-fed Ibérico black pig

inside, outside and along the bar.

ham from D.O.s Extremadura, Guijuelo,

Focal points include an open kitchen,

Pedroches and Huelva, cured for a

striking bar and jamón counter, where

minimum of 32 months, professionally

guests can sit and enjoy the theatre of

carved by a highly trained ‘cortador

Spanish jamón carving, and upstairs a

de jamón’, Rafael Vázquez Carrión. The

balcony space equipped with tables

jamón counter also offers these delicious

which overlooks the lower floor – perfect

Spanish cured hams to take away, which

for private functions.

is ideal if you live in the area and fancy

Spanish in feel, look and ambiance, the restaurant is flooded with natural light and

a treat.

A selection of Spanish craft beers

is particular enjoyable to visit this time of

alongside

year thanks to the large terrace area.

lager Mahou on draft is served alongside

Madrid’s

famous

premium

The innovative menu, created by

the food and like its sibling restaurants,

Executive Chef Nacho Del Campo, boasts

the tapas bar also offers the brand’s

a selection of tapas and sharing platters,

renowned

including dishes prepared on a plancha,

Spanish Wine List of the Year 2014), with

created with the finest Spanish and British

new additions for 2015.

ingredients. Special dishes include pulpo – pan-roasted whole octopus tentacle,

Spanish

wine

list

(Imbibe

The restaurant offers Spanish brunch as well as tapas on weekends.

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London Bridge’s Little Italy Tucked away in the pretty pedestrianised area of Shad Thames

by Tower Bridge, Valentina Fine Foods boasts a well-stocked Italian delicatessen, enoteca (wine shop), restaurant and caffe.

As the newest addition to the Valentina family - the venue is the eighth location in the group which has seven branches in London, Surrey and Kent - the new site is now the group’s flagship store and restaurant after a £1 million refurbishment and is able to cater up to 100 covers.

delicatessen, as well as a catering service for private and corporate clients.

The expansive deli range houses over 200 Italian wines and 1,500 products including salami, cheeses and traditional antipasti so you will never be short of choice.

Back in the restaurant however, the mood is, well, Italian. A warm atmosphere facilitates a relaxing yet lively evening accompanied by

Local residents and businesses should be very excited for the opening

some truly marvellous food. It is easy to understand why when you walk

as the new Tower Bridge location houses a considerably larger wine

through the delicatessen to reach the restaurant and set eyes on the

offering than the other sites and is the home of the Valentina online

abundance of deliciously fresh produce available. Unlike other places,

business where customers can order the likes of fresh hams, gluten free

the theme follows through to the dining experience.

pastas, and Valentina’s own branded pasta, olives and oils. All of the

As you would expect from an authentic Italian restaurant, the portion

produce in the delicatessen has been carefully sourced and imported

sizes are by no means reserved and offer a value for money that is rare

from Italy by Valentina’s sister company, Guidetti Fine Food and Wine.

to see in London, let alone right next to Tower Bridge. For those living in

The restaurant also offers a home and office delivery service that will

or around the area, this is your new staple restaurant. If you are ever in

give locals the option to fill their pantries with any of the items from the

need of a fantastic meal out with quality, fresh ingredients but don’t want to break the bank, this is the perfect place. Dishes such as the Cappella Romana; tagliatelle, homemade meatballs and mozzarella wrapped in Speck ham, baked and served with a tomato and basil sauce are magnificent works of Italian art which, although substantial in quantity will be easily devoured thanks to the incredible flavours they manage to pack in. Not only that, but it costs just £13.95!

To start, you have so many choices and each will undoubtedly be as good as the next, but the antipasto Della Casa at £9.95 is more than worth its weight. This is a sharing platter that delivers a welcome start to your meal and pairs beautifully with a nice glass of prosecco.

Valentina Fine Foods is jointly owned by the Zoccola and Arcari families, both of whom originate from Sant’Elia Fiumerapido, a small village near Monte Cassino southeast of Rome, and the influence and heritage is apparent across the group. Valentina’s executive chef, Massimo Grippa also hails from Italy, further strengthening the Italian connection. And it is

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this family feel that really rounds off your dining experience.

Salvatore’s tails with Salvatore Calabrese

Salvatore Calabrese - famously known as The Maestro - is one of the world’s top bartenders. He made a name for himself sourcing and mixing ‘Liquid History’, vintage spirits dating back to 1770.

You may know me as a bartender, even a mixologist, the

cocktails was a deciding factor in the judges’ decision. Maybe

host with the most... But did you also know I am something

they liked the Absinthe Suisesse (a combination of absinthe,

of a detective too? I may not be out solving crimes (though

almond syrup and egg white from the 1900s), the Napoleone

sometimes I am mistaken for Inspector Clouseau!) but I have

Cocktail (made with gin, Dubonnet, a rooty herbaceous liquor

recently been heroically uncovering and rediscovering lost

and orange liqueur), the Old Hickory (two types of vermouth,

and forgotten cocktail recipes.

two types of bitters, no spirits, commemorating General

In fact, I have recently found and republished more than

Andrew Jackson’s defeat of the British in 1815) or Saratoga

20 such drinks. You may not think that’s many, but in my

(my old favourite, cognac, mixed with maraschino, pineapple,

world where you’d think every possible combination of spirits,

bitters and champagne, from 1882).

liqueurs, wines, vermouths and bitters would have been tried

My team and I will be proud to introduce you to some of

and tested, documented and filed somewhere, it’s a wonder

these would-be classics at my bar, Salvatore at Playboy Club

there are still some out there that are worthy of being classics

London, but allow me to teach you how to make one such lost

were it not for the fact no-one knows they are there.

and forgotten that I think is deserving as a classic.

So when someone like me

It’s called the Yellow Daisy

- don’t forget I’ve got nearly

Cocktail. Famous in the early

five decades in this business -

part of the 20th century, this

chances upon a recipe that’s

drink was the favourite of, and

not familiar, and even better

possibly created by, Richard

if it’s just right for modem

William

palates, then that’s a find worth

Clark. He was a larger-than-

celebrating.

life character from the days of

‘Deadwood

Dick’

I

the Wild West. He scouted for

decided the time was right to

General Custer, earned a living

put pen to paper and in April I

as a Pony Express rider and was

think I mentioned to you before

a stagecoach guard on the

I published the greatest finds in

Deadwood Express, all of which

my latest book, a republication

allowed him to mix with all the

of

I

colourful characters of the era

0s,

including Buffalo Bill, Wild Bill

With

all

Classic

this

sleuthing,

Cocktails

that

first published in the 1

Hickok and Calamity Jane.

replacing some recipes that now seem passé or unsuited

This drink deserves to be

to modern palates (no doubt

brought back from the past

to be rediscovered by some

just for this connection alone,

other cocktail detective in the

but it’s a great drink too - by

future). Well, I’m glad I did as it

the way this recipe is made

was just named in the top ten

for two people. Into a shaker,

new books about cocktails at

pour 90ml of gin, 90ml of dry

the annual bar industry ‘Oscars’

vermouth,

- the Spirited Awards at Tales of

Marnier and 15ml of absinthe.

the Cocktail in New Orleans.

Add in a good handful of ice

magazines and buying books at auction in the hunt for unusual

of

Grand

and then shake and strain into

Hopefully my time spent in libraries, picking through old

45ml

Classic Cocktails (2015) is published by Sterling Epicure and is available on amazon.com

two chilled cocktail glasses.

Garnish with a twist of lemon zest. Salute!

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McLaren demonstrate the meaning of success at Goodwood House

Masters of Goodwood

Success is not McLaren for many years appeared to rest on the laurels of their incredible F1 road car, however the situation was very different behind the scenes. The company and brand were working tirelessly to deveop not only a new road car to bring to the market, but a whole infrastructural foundation on which to build a successful, global brand. And the result... the MP4-12C was launched with a revolutionary carbon MonoCell design from which McLaren have thrived.

Not only was this design the perfect solution to improving the efficiency of product development, but also allowed the production of open-top cars with exactly the same performance statistics as their hard-topped sisters, something which had eluded the motoring industry since the convertible was invented.

Now the brand scales the globe in the road car market as well as in numerous racing series and is showing no signs

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born, it is built of slowing down. Last months Goodwood Festival of Speed lead the way with exciting limited editions including this stunning P1 representing The Ultimate Series, prepared by MSO, with inspiration drawn from the patriotic French livery of the helmet worn by four-time Formula 1 world champion, Alain Prost. Colour-matched to the famous design, the carbon fibre bodywork of the Prost-themed McLaren P1™ is white with blue graphics and red highlights. Even more exciting however was the dynamic debut of a car that you could actually own, and one that is set to launch the brands Sports Series to new heghts. The 570S CoupÊ, fitted with a 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 engine, producing 570PS, joins the McLaren model line-up as the most powerful model in the recently launched Sports Series, and introduces McLaren DNA and supercar performance to the sports car segment.

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the

unique lightweight carbon fibre MonoCell

Sports Series brings McLaren race-derived

II chassis, the Sports Series is almost 150kg

technologies and supercar driving exhilaration

lighter than its closest rival. Power is provided

to the sports car market for the first time.

by an evolution of the

Launched with two power outputs, the Sports

engine with

Series

With

their

latest

development,

. -litre twin turbo V

0 percent new components.

performance,

This ensures electrifying performance, with the

lightweight construction including a carbon

570S boasting a class-leading power-to-weight

fibre chassis, recognisable McLaren design

figure of

values and a comprehensive specification

more tailored around day-to-day usability, with

list. Pricing for the higher-powered 570S, which

optimised access, greater levels of stowage

took to the hill climb at last months Festival of

space and more refinement.

offers

class-leading

PS. At the same time, the interior is

,250. McLaren have

‘The new Sports Series is aimed at a new

also confirmed that the pricing for the 5 0C

audience for McLaren,’ explains Mike Flewitt,

Coupe set to be unveiled at the Shanghai

Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Automotive.

Speed, retails from £1

It’s the first time we’ve competed in the sports

Motor Show will start at £126,000.

The latest addition to the McLaren range

car as opposed to the supercar market. As

completes the three tier model strategy

with all McLaren models, we have prioritised

alongside the Super Series and Ultimate

performance,

Series. The Sports Series is the most usable

exhilaration. It is a totally driver-focused car,

and attainable model to wear a McLaren

with excellent ergonomics and visibility, and

badge to date, but it retains the core design

a class-leading driving position. This is also

and dynamic focus that ensure it is still

the most day-to-day usable, practical and

worthy of the iconic name. Weighing as low

attainable McLaren we’ve ever made. It is a

as 1, 1 kg (2,

dramatic and beautiful sports car.’

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Alfa Romeo Giulia

The all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia was unveiled on the 105th

Under the bonnet, a range of state-of-the-art engines

anniversary of the founding of A.L. .A. (Anonima Lombarda

power the new Giulia with a bespoke unit created for the top-

abbrica Automobili) at a special event in the newly-

of-the-range Quadrifoglio version. Tuned by engineers from a

refurbished Alfa Romeo Museum – “La macchina del tempo”

errari background, the flagship V

turbo petrol powerplant

– in Arese, Italy, in the presence of some of the most significant

delivers an impressive 510hp, propelling the Giulia Quadrifoglio

cars in automotive history.

from 0 to

2mph in just

.

seconds, while also offering

Developed by a Skunkworks of the best engineers, designers

surprising fuel efficiency thanks to electronically-controlled

and stylists within FCA, the new Giulia embodies the core

cylinder deactivation system. As with all next-generation petrol

elements which have made Alfa Romeo one of the world's

and diesel engines, this six-cylinder unit is made entirely of

best-loved automotive brands.

lightweight aluminium and will, of course, deliver that distinctive

The taut and compact proportions of the Giulia have

Alfa Romeo sound to complement the performance.

evolved from its all-new, rear-wheel drive architecture (all-

To emphasise the purity and excellence of the mechanicals,

wheel drive will also be available). With the engine and major

it was also determined that electronics should only be used to

mechanical components arranged between the axles to

improve the driving experience. With this in mind, the Giulia

ensure perfect 50/50 weight distribution, the Giulia has very

introduces an innovative double-clutch Torque Vectoring

short overhangs, a long bonnet and muscular haunches, while

system to allow the rear differential to control the torque

the wheelbase is longest in its segment to maximise stability,

delivery to each wheel independently, improving traction in

comfort and practicality.

low grip conditions without having to run up against an invasive

Naturally, traditional Alfa Romeo design cues have not

stability control system.

been forgotten, as demonstrated by the simple, natural lines

The new Alfa Romeo Giulia also features a new Alfa DNA

of the Giulia, the perfectly-honed surface treatment and the

system which modifies the car s dynamic behaviour according

legendary trefoil nose, one of the most recognisable style

to the driver s selection Dynamic, Natural, Advanced Efficient

elements in the automotive world.

(a new energy-efficiency mode introduced on the Giulia) and,

Inside, the design is just as crisp and fuss-free and, crucially,

naturally, Racing mode for high performance versions.

centred around the driver, with the main controls grouped

In short, the Alfa Romeo Giulia can be summed up by the

together on the small steering wheel in a similar fashion to a

Italian term la meccanica delle emozioni (the mechanics

Formula 1 car, while the human-machine interface consists

of emotion), a phrase which will be used to publicise the

of two simple, user-friendly knobs for adjusting the Alfa DNA

car globally. The model also heralds the introduction of a

selector and the infotainment system. Premium materials,

new Alfa Romeo logo, designed by Robilant Associati, the

including carbon fibre and real wood, are chosen for their

distinctive shape and style elements of which are retained but

visual and tactile pleasantness and assembled in such a way

modernised and renewed in line with the launch of the exciting

to make the human touch visible.

new Alfa Romeo Giulia.

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Complimenting the Sun Now is the best time to make the most of your garden, with plenty of opportunity to spend those long summer evenings in your outdoor space, so make it a place of beauty that you can enjoy to its full potential with some simple gardening ideas that will create an oasis wherever you are.

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Riviera Court, West Wapping E1W ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this modern built 1st floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment within this West Wapping riverside development. The apartment benefits from lounge with balcony and views of the River Thames, bathroom with additional en suite shower room. Separate fully fitted kitchen. Laminate wood floors. Secure underground parking space. Share of Freehold. Close to St Katharine’s Dock and Tower Hill stations.

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Pierhead Wharf, Wapping E1W

St Katherine’s Way, West Wapping E1W

ea2 are pleased to offer to let this modern built 2 double bedroom raised ground floor apartment within this popular West Wapping development. The apartment is approximately 780 square feet and benefits from spacious lounge, fully fitted kitchen with granite work surfaces and modern 3 piece bathroom suite. The apartment ideally located in West Wapping close to St Katharine’s Dock, Tower Hill, Wapping Overground stations and local bus routes.

ea2 are pleased to offer to let this 1980’s built 2 bedroom 2nd and 3rd floor duplex apartment set within this popular West Wapping location. The apartment benefits from 2 double bedrooms, fitted kitchen diner, bathroom with separate cloakroom, lounge with double doors leading to courtyard garden. The apartment is located close to St Katharine’s Dock and Tower Hill station.

£485 per week

£500 per week

ea2 are pleased to show your this this modern built 3rd and 4th floor 2 bedroom duplex apartment. The apartment benefits from having a lounge, separate fully fitted kitchen, en-suite bathroom and a separate cloakroom. The apartment also has a balcony and includes a secure parking space. The development has an on-site caretaker and is located close to St Katharine’s Dock and Tower Hill Stations.

ea2 are pleased to offer to let this unique top floor modern built penthouse. The apartment benefits from 2 Double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious lounge with fully fitted kitchen. The apartment is located at the south east of the development which boasts a south facing roof terrace and wrap around balcony with far reaching views over Wapping and Docklands. Laminate wood floor. Secure parking space. Close to Wapping station, local bus routes and local amenities.

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£620 per week

China Court, West Wapping E1W

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Kate Gould Kate Gould is an award winning garden designer with more than a decade’s hands-on experience transforming gardens of all sizes and a regular exhibitor at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show where she has been awarded three Gold medals. If you would like to know more about our services please contact Kate at kategouldgardens.com

The early part of the gardening year is when eager pruning and cutting,

for colour or Hosta and ferns for foliage. These will of course also need

digging and dividing takes place. Summer is a much more gentle time

watering but since they grow larger you can use less for a greater impact

when the garden can be enjoyed more in the form of an entertainment

thereby cutting down your workload. A simple off the tap irrigation system

- think cream teas and G&T’s. That said there is still much to do but it is far

is always worth considering if you can hide the pipework discreetly. An

more gentle work and if you plan well it will be a joy rather than a chore.

initial cost outlay will soon be offset by the time you gain not watering,

Summer is the season of colour and pots and hanging baskets offer this

especially if you tend to go away in July or August. Both Gardena and

in abundance, brightening up the areas around the house with cheery

Hozelock systems are available off the shelf in most good garden centres

nonstop impact. This neither comes cheap nowadays nor is it low on

and come in kit form so you can completely customise the system to your

maintenance with daily watering and regular feeding being the key to

specific requirements.

a long lasting and bountiful display. If this seems like a lot of work why

Most gardening is about planning. Work out how much time you

not try some summer flowering shrubs and perennials in large containers

are willing to devote to your garden working around your available

instead? Less is often more when it comes to low maintenance de-

downtime and you will not bite off more than you can chew. One lovely

cluttering. Try some large containers (as a designer I tend to go with one

thing thriving and bursting with health is surely better than a cluster of

type of planter in multiple sizes) planted with Hydrangea or Agapanthus

plants all looking a little sorry for themselves?

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Summer Jobs for the Garden

Fathom Court, E16 £439,950 Leasehold

Ross Apartments, E16 £649,950 Leasehold

Spaciously arranged over the sixth floor of a luxury dock-side development, this two bedroom apartment boasts a balcony that affords wonderful water views over the dock and towards the London City Airport & O2 arena. The property comprises substantial open-plan reception space and high-specification fitted kitchen with dark wood Amtico flooring, master bedroom with attractive Juliet balcony and en suite shower room, second bedroom, bathroom, balcony, underground parking and concierge.

Located on the fifth floor of a beautiful apartment building located along the edge of the Excel, this fantastic three bedroom apartment offers a superb living space featuring a large bright and airy reception/dining room with open-plan kitchen leading onto a private balcony overlooking the City of London and the O2 Arena.

Heron Place, E16 £1,300 Per Calendar Month

Ross Apartments, E16 £2,100 Per Calendar Month

Modern, bright and set in a newly built and highly sought-after development near the Thames, this superb one bedroom apartment boasts a private balcony and use of the communal gymnasium. The property comprises light and well proportioned reception room, stylish and well equipped kitchen, double bedroom with storage, bathroom and a private balcony with side views towards the Thames and O2 arena.

Situated on the 13th floor of a secure development. This property boasts, a bright and airy reception with beautifully set appliances, an open plan kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite, second bedroom, family bathroom, storage facilities, balcony that overlooks the water with views of the newly built Emirates Airline, O2 arena and Canary Wharf. This development offers a Residents Gymnasium and a 24 hour Concierge.

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MADISON BROOK

Copenhagen Court, SE8 £375,000 Leasehold

Peninsula Tower, SE10 £480,000 Leasehold

This contemporary one bedroom apartment provides 549 sq. ft. of accommodation on the first floor of an exclusive apartment block. The property comprises a bright and spacious reception room with stripped wooden flooring which incorporates an integrated kitchen, balcony accessed from the reception room, bedroom, chic fully tiled bathroom and ample storage space off the hallway.

This stunning one bedroom, one bathroom apartment is located on the seventh floor of Greenwich’s most desired new build development Peninsula Tower, SE10.

Due to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2015 is this spectacular one bedroom, 611 sq. ft. seventh floor apartment overlooking the River Thames & located next to London’s O2 Arena.

Jubilee Court, SE10 £600,000 Leasehold

Cedar House, SE16 £1,050,000 Freehold

Offering stunning views and sophisticated living space, this lovely two bedroom apartment features an enviable location in Greenwich. Set on the fourth floor of a modern new development overlooking the River Thames, offering 808 Sq. Ft of internal living space & a private terrace, with off street parking, this spacious two bedroom apartment is presented in immaculate condition close to Greenwich town centre.

Offering light-filled living space with a stylish contemporary finish, this superb two bedroomed penthouse apartment has been refurbished throughout to an extremely high standard and is well situated on the fifth floor of a gated development near the Surrey Quays. Cedar House offers opportunities to enjoy the local Surrey Quays, the River Thames and Southwark Park as well as the nearby Surrey Quays Shopping Centre and cinema.

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Chinese Head to Mallorca A little over a year since Nanjing-based Jiangsu GRPO

Chinese going on holiday this year, the potential is obvious.

International Business purchased five-star Hotel Valparaiso in

Likewise, the Golden Visa has attracted 5 0 foreigners since

Palma, Chinese businessmen and dignitaries have been back

its introduction in September 201 , with most property investors

to the Island to discuss further investment.

being Chinese, Russian or Arab. Little wonder Li Keqiang is keen

In March, the Economic Advisor from the Chinese Embassy, the President of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce

to increase cultural exchanges and trade relations between the two nations.”

and Investment in Spain, the Chinese Ambassador, and

“Already in 2015 we have sold to one Chinese buyer and

representatives from 2 major Chinese investment groups with

are in negotiations with a second, continues Alejandra. “The

interests in Spain, attended a meeting in Palma de Mallorca.

first selected a modern-design seven-bedroom refurbished

They confirmed that they were targeting large-scale investment

Palma palace, close to the waterfront to indulge their love of

in the Island’s tourist and real estate sectors – primarily at luxury

sailing, and the second is keen to secure a buy-to-let home

level. Then, at the end of May, Prime Minister Li Keqiang, the

that will someday become a second residence. The appetite is

second most powerful man in the country (and 1 th most

certainly there and, as the Golden Visa requirements continue

powerful person in the world 201 according to orbes) came

to relax and Chinese authorities keep up their constant flow of

with an entourage of 120 to cement, and accelerate, these

money and ideas to Mallorca, we will certainly feel the effects

Chinese intentions. They, of course, booked out the entire

at Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty.”

GRPO Hotel Valparaiso Palace

Spa for their two-day visit.

Recent research says that as at 1 December 201 , , 25,0

Alejandra Vanoli, Managing Director of Mallorca Sotheby’s

foreigners live in Spain - some 5 . 2% coming from within the EU.

International Realty, says “China has already invested a billion

The Chinese are the third largest non-European nationality in

in Spain and, as the world’s largest economy, has plenty

Spain, and the sixth overall, with 1 1,0

more to spend. Luxury property and tourism are high on the

14 hotels in Spain have been rated ‘Chinese-friendly’ meaning,

list, largely due to the expectation that many more Chinese

amongst other characteristics, they have menus in Mandarin

nationals will holiday and live in Spain in the future.

00,000

and never give a Chinese guest a room on the fourth floor or

Chinese are predicted to visit Spain in 2015, rising to a million

with the number four in it – a number that sounds similar to the

by the end of the decade. And, with more than 100 million

word for ‘death’ and is avoided by Chinese speakers.

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Apartment, Palma de Mallorca This apartment is situated in one of the best areas in the Old Town of Palma de Mallorca and retains much of its original character. It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a bright light-filled atmosphere throughout. There is also an impressive 60m2 terrace and a tower with stunning views of the City and Bay of Palma.

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Villa, Sol de Mallorca This modern villa, designed by architect Luis Garcia, is located in the residential area of Sol de Mallorca, just 20 minutes by car from Palma, several golf courses and the stylish leisure marina of Puerto Portals. Overlooking the Bay of Palma, green zones and the Mediterranean, the property has open-plan living, four bedrooms, a swimming pool with generous terraces and private access to a small beach below.

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The Bevenden, City of London, N1 Three bedroom apartment CBRE are pleased to present this large three bedroom modern apartment within the new development The Bevenden.

a light and contemporary finish throughout benefiting from an openplan living/kitchen area leading to a private balcony.

Cosmopolitan and contemporary, the Bevenden is the epitome of modern London living. This exclusive three bedroom apartment is situated in the heart of Hoxton, an area recognised for its buzzing nightlife, great new food scene and creativity. These apartments have

The development is situated within walking distance to popular London locations such as Shoreditch and Angel and only 0.4 miles to Old Street station and 0.5 miles to Hoxton tube station making it an ideal location for transport links to Central London.

ÂŁ845 per week Prices are correct at the time of going to print.

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Naxos Building, Docklands, E14 Two bedroom penthouse Offered to the market on a chain free sole agency basis is this premium 1537 sq ft two bedroom Penthouse apartment. The Penthouse offers an additional 800 sq ft roof terrace offering unparalleled river views towards the City and rear views to Canary Wharf.

bathroom, two terraces, luxury fully fitted kitchen and additional large roof terrace.

Apartments of this scale are rarely offered to the market in Docklands and viewing is highly recommended.

Comprising of an exceptionally large living area (31’9” x 18’9”), two double bedrooms (ensuite to master with river views), family

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Lettings Continue the Summer Cycle with Clare Hampson, Head of Lettings Savills Battersea We’ve been kept fairly busy over the last few weeks, with the lettings

In the flats market, properties are moving quickly and this has

market picking up as usual coming into summer and plenty of local

consistently picked up coming into the summer months. One and two

charity and community events in the warmer months. The summer lettings

bed flats for couples or sharers are particularly popular, as are flats

market in this area is traditionally known for seeing predominantly family

with gardens or roof terraces, especially in the summer months when

lets, although this year we are being kept unusually busy with the flats

spending time outside is somewhat more appealing. We recently took on

market up to a level of around £800 per week, rather than primarily

a fantastic two bed garden flat on Albert Bridge Road at £550 per week,

houses.

excellently located for Battersea Park and Chelsea, and one which I

The family market across the area does seem to be a little quieter than

expect will be very well received.

this time last year, noticed also by our Corporate Services department,

Summer always spells a lovely time in Battersea with some fantastic

who reported that the majority of their enquiries are for single employees

local events, with which we always love to get involved. In early June the

or couples, rather than large families. Nevertheless, family homes are

local Savills offices sponsored the Trinity Hospice’s Wandsworth riends

certainly still letting and we have some fantastic houses on the market

Garden Party, on Clapham Common Northside, which once again

for prospective tenants to look at. Particularly notable is a five bedroom

turned out to be a fantastic evening, raising over £66,000 in support of

house on Limburg Road off Battersea Rise, on the market at £950 per

the Trinity nurses who rely entirely on such fundraising. More recently, at

week, as well as a four bedroom house on Kersley Street near Battersea

the end of June, three colleagues and I took on the (ultimate) challenge

Park, on the market at £1,495 per week. Both of these houses have

of the London to Brighton cycle ride for the British Heart oundation. 5

recently been fully refurbished, which tenants do treat now as a priority;

miles and £300 in sponsorship later we made it, happy to not be in the

properties with tired interiors are often no longer considered.

same camp as those who decide to cycle back...

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Port East, E14

£1,300 Per Week (charges apply)*

A truly wonderful duplex penthouse apartment that oozes character and charm, set within this Grade 1 Listed warehouse conversion located on West India Quay. EPC: E

Hamptons Canary Wharf Office Lettings. 020 7346 5802

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HORIZON BUILDING, CANARY WHARF E14 ● ● ● ●

3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Approx. 2,228 sq ft (207 sq m) Luxury penthouse

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2 Secure parking spaces Extensive terraces Panoramic views EPC - D

11 Westferry Circus Canary Wharf E14 4HE

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DISCOVERY DOCK EAST, CANARY WHARF E14 ● ● ● ●

2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Balcony Gym

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Parking Swimming pool South Quay DLR EPC - C

Price £625 per week Furnished or unfurnished For more information, call Charlotte Malone 020 7715 9700 or email charlotte.malone@eu.jll.com

Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.

11 Westferry Circus Canary Wharf E14 4HE

jll.co.uk/residential

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