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The name’s bond007 ExclusivE:
October 2012
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Kent’sLuxuryLifestyleBible
Haunted Kent:SCENE’s guide to local hauntings
Bonfire nigHt:Where will you be watching the fireworks?
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57 Beckenham Lane, Shortlands, Bromley, BR2 0DN
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James Green
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EditorAlexander Heron
WriterRoberta Pidgeon
ArtworkRosie Talbot
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DistributionSCeNe Magazine is distributed to selected homes
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Beckenham, Chislehurst, Petts Wood, Orpington,
West Wickham, Bickley, Hayes, Keston, Blackheath
& Sevenoaks
It can also be found in hotels, local restaurants,
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private health and golf clubs.
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Scene Magazine is a monthly lifestyle publication of Scene Publish-ing Ltd. Registered office Cambridge House, 27 Cambridge Park,
London, e11 2PU. Company number: 07125177. Whilst every effort to ensure that everything we print in Scene Magazine is factually correct and up-to-date, we cannot be held responsible if factual
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Sunday is a family day down at Plaza with all the family welcome. At £17.50 for 3 course lunch included Plaza’s famous Roast Rib of Beef.
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Christmas is just round the corner. Plaza’s Christmas Menu is now available and bookings are being taken.
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WelcomeTo The ocTober 2012 ediTion of Scene
Welcome to the October 2012 issue of SCENE Magazine, Kent’s Luxury Lifestyle Bible! Check out what’s in this issue below...
45. Wine & DinePlaza recipe of the month supported by Wines of the month from Champion Wines.
14. Daniel craig: license To Thrillevery man wants to be him; every woman to be with him. The name is Bond, James Bond.
18. Thomas DuntonNew Business Opportunities in the High Street.
33. Property PortfolioYour guide to buying, selling, redecorating your home.
10. scene in KentThe Latest news, releases and products from in and around Kent.
46. Effortless BeautyContinuing the Bond theme with Aston Martin’s stunning new One-77
32. Trick Or TreatGet in the mood this Halloween and carve a scary pumpkin.
49. star scENEOctober’s Star SCeNe is brought to you by International Clairvoyant Jenny Ayers.
50. My scENESCeNe catches up with Barry Woodley of Louis Baron in Chislehurst.
21. FashionSeasonal trends and James bond inspired gifts and accessories.
26. Haunted KentThe darker more sinister side to the ‘Garden Of england’.
28. Bonfire Night5 of our favourite places to go and enjoy the fireworks in and around Kent.
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Daniel Craig is back as Bond in ‘Skyfall’, the latest film in the franchise. Released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the first Bond movie, Dr No.The suave secret agent has managed to keep his youthful looks in ‘Skyfall’, where his loyalty to M (Judy Dench) is put to the test as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, at any cost and by any means necessary.in cinemas nationwide from 26th October 2012
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Scene in Kent
Tilemates in Petts Wood, has been recently completely refurbished. The showroom is now displaying some stunning new ranges including ceramics, porcelain, glass, natural stone and mosaics. Tilemates are recognised as being committed to offering the best standard of service and quality of products in the industry and with this advert, they are offering you 10%off of any marked prices in the showroom. This also includes adhesives, grout and tools! As the ‘leading specialist tile retailer in the South-east’, Tilemates are confident in being the most competitive when it comes to supplying tiles and materials. If they are not displaying a tile that you have received a quote for, they are confident that they are able to supply it AND beat a price. Visit one of 5 showrooms at
16 chatsworth Parade, Queensway, Petts Wood. Kent. BR5 1DF, or visit www.tilemates.co.uk to find out contact details and opening times.
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The LaTesT from KenT This monTh...
The Bond movies remain the longest continually running film series in movie history, and 2012 marks its fiftieth anniversary.. To celebrate the film franchise’s wonderful heritage, Roger Moore has written a book that features all the Bond movies, along with a wonderfully witty account of his own involvement in them. From the girls to the villains, from the cars to the cocktails, from the gadgets to the locations, this beautiful book is illustrated with many iconic images from all the films plus many previously unseen shots. Sir Roger Moore will be meeting fans and signing copies of his new book ‘Bond On Bond’ at HMV Oxford Street on 22nd October 2012 at 5:30 PM
Roger Moore: Bond On Bond at HMV Oxford Circus
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Actress and Gurkha Campaigner Joanna Lumley OBe was the VIP guest at the opening of a new Nepalese shop, everest Connection, in Ashford.The 66-year-old celebrity, best known for her role as Patsy in the BBC comedy series Absolutely Fabulous, was there to officially open the new shop.Joanna is big fan of everest Inn food and service and very pleased to with the new venture of everest Inn group, for providing the quality Nepalese Product in the UK.
Everest inn 41 Montpelier vale, Blackheath, london, sE3 0TJ020 8852 7872
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Buy all your Christmas presents under one roof at the Vintage and Hand Made Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 3rd November from 1.30pm – 5.30pm at Keston Village Hall. The Christmas Craft Fair has free on the door entry and exhibitors including Christmas cards, Decorations, Vintage Clothes , Jewellery and many more quality Gifts be sure to visit the fair.
saturday 3rd November 1.30pm -5.30pmKeston village Hall, Heathfield Road, Keston,BR2 6BF
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Bang & Olufsen retailers in Bexleyheath, Bromley and Tunbridge Wells are celebrating the arrival of the acclaimed audio-visual brand’s new Playmaker digital receiver with a fantastic offer. The Playmaker digital receiver connects your smartphone or computer to your Bang & Olufsen loudspeakers. The wireless streaming of Playmaker means anyone in your family with a smartphone or computer can connect to Playmaker, enabling everyone to conveniently and easily enjoy the unrivalled Bang & Olufsen sound experience. To Mark the arrival of Playmaker, Bang & Olufsen of Bexleyheath, Bromley and Tunbridge Wells is offering a complimentary Playmaker with every pair of BeoLab 3 loudspeakers purchased before 31st December 2012. BeoLab 3 perfectly complements Playmaker, the loudspeaker being 10 times smaller than a comparable, conventional active loudspeaker and delivering 250 watts of superb sound. Customers are invited to visit the retailers’ showrooms to experience how Playmaker can optimise the music on their smart telephone.
Wednesday 17th October 2012 Tel: 01227 780800 Bang & Olufsen of BexleyheathTel: 0208 303 2760 www.bang-olufsen.com/BexleyheathBang & Olufsen of BromleyTel: 0208 466 8080 www.bang-olufsen.com/BromleyBang & Olufsen of Tunbridge WellsTel: 01892 527 525 www.bang-olufsen.com/tunbridge wells
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Penny Perry, our monthly ‘Wines of the Month’ columnist of Champion Wines, based in Chislehurst High Street has been open now for just over a year and have a great loyal following of customers ranging from wine novices to your real wine connoisseurs. Last week, saw Champion Wine’s latest venture take off by Penny making the business not only a very successful
WiNE By THE gLASS
THE STuffED OLiVE
The Stuffed Olive, situated in Sidcup High Street, is a modern Mediterranean Brassiere offering the finest in Mediterranean cuisine. The lunch menu offers excellent value quality food, ranging from baguettes to salads and grills. The evening menu has something for everyone. Greek favourites are a must ranging from Calamari, Stiffado and Kleftico, to Italian pastas and favourites such as Pollo Milanese and Pollo Valdostana to succulent steaks and calves liver with bacon. expect to find a tantalising ‘Specials Menu’. Seabass Mediterranean has proven to be a very popular choice! There is a varied wine list to choose from to compliment your meal starting at £13.95. Whether you want a lunch or dinner, it would entice you to return again and again. Bookings now being taken for Christmas. Festive Menus available.
The stuffed Olive, 7 Market Place, High street, sidcup, Kent, DA14 6EP web:www.thestuffedoliverestaurant.com
independent wine merchants, but also a place where you are able to meet up with friends and buy ‘Wine by the Glass’ and be introduced to new wines from different regions and countries. They also have a wonderful selection of cheeses you can purchase along with deli items. The oils for cheeses are truly devine! This exciting new concept that Penny has come up with, of selling ‘Wine by the Glass’ on the premises and offering a lovely selection of Artisan cheese platters enables you to try out different wines, but also knowing that if you genuinely want advice and you did want to learn more about a particular wine you would only have to ask. Champion Wines,’ Wine by the Glass’ will be open 7 days a week, and each week they will be focusing on one particular country and introducing their customers to the ‘whites’ and the ‘reds’ of those regions for example one week Chilean Wines, another week would be New Zealand! Why not come along and try something different!
17 High street chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5ABwww.championwines.co.uk
Y.Y. Chan Chinese Restaurant has a reputation of excellence, specialising in fine Chinese cuisine and seafood specialities and has long been a favourite for many. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is very relaxed. The restaurant is elegant with tables laid with crisp white linen cloths and fresh flowers and offers an outstanding choice of dishes using only the finest and freshest ingredients.The restaurant will be open on Christmas eve and New Year’s eve until after midnight, and is the perfect venue for weddings, special occasions and business lunches and is already taking bookings for Christmas parties and mid week Christmas celebrations.Y.Y. Chan also offers a very popular four course Sunday lunch for £10.80 per person, min. 2 people 12pm-5.45pmA take away service is also available offering a 10% discount.
Y.Y. chan, 161 station Road, sidcup, Kent,DA15 7AA020 8300 1788
CHRiSTMAS & NEW yEAR’S EVE CELEBRATiONS AT y.y. CHAN
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Daniel Craig
Steely-blue-eyed Daniel Craig is back to seduce us in his third incarnation as Secret Agent 007 in Skyfall, the 23rd Bond film set for release 26 October. Originally a controversial choice to play Ian Flemmings’ fictional national treasure (“The Name’s Bland - James Bland” The Daily Mirror ran as their front page headline, 15 October 2005), Craig returns to bury his critics having also recently signed a reputed £20milion contract to star in the next two movies. “everybody needs a hobby” our captive lothario quips in the latest trailer, “So what’s yours?” asks treacherous villain Raoul Silva (Javier Bardem) “Resurrection” states a defiant Bond.
Though initially greeted with scepticism, Craig’s 2006 debut in Casino Royale was highly praised – most notably perhaps, by former Bond favourite Sir Sean Connery who said on The South Bank Show that Craig was “fantastic, marvellous in the part”, adding he really gets the “danger element” to Bond’s character. Craig’s intense performance earned him a BAFTA Award nomination for best Actor and the film went on to become the highest grossing Bond film to date - a $600 million box office hit. Quantum of Solace starring Bond Girl Gemma Arterton, born and raised in Gravesend, Kent, followed two years later – and proved almost as popular.
The detailed plot of Skyfall remains a heavily guarded secret – possibly locked away somewhere deep in the vaults of the real MI6 - but the trailers have been nothing short of epic and provided us with some idea of what to expect. The story focuses on Bond’s boss; M, a role reprised by Dame Judi Dench, who endangers undercover agents around the world when she misplaces important MI6 Intel. James Bond is reportedly killed in action and his heavy-hearted boss struggles to write an obituary: “What do you say about a man like that?” MI6 is attacked, forcing M to relocate the agency. Consequently, her authority and position is challenged by Gareth Mallory (Ralph Fiennes); the new
Chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee. Compromised from both inside the agency and out, who can M rely on to track down the threat, no matter what the personal cost? Queue Bond: “007 reporting for duty” M: “Where the hell have you been?” Bond: “enjoying death!” Aided only by Field Agent eve (Naomie Harris), Bond follows a trail taking him from London to the South China Sea, leading him to the mysterious peroxide-blond Silva whose lethal and hidden motives have yet to be revealed. “How much do you know about fear?” asks femme-fatale new Bond Girl Severine (Berenice Marlohe) Bond: “All there is” Severine: “Well not like this… not like him!”
Skyfall is directed by Sam Mendes, best known for American Beauty, which earned him the Academy and Golden Globe Awards for best Director in 1999. Actor and Director first met on the set of Mendes’ acclaimed film Road to Perdition in 2002 when Craig was cast in the role of Connor Rooney, the angry son of Paul Newman’s Irish mobster patriarch. Craig is said to be more excited about Skyfall than Quantum of Solace. He was quoted in The Guardian in November last year as saying it was going to be “Bond with a capital B!” Mendes added: “I’m incredibly excited to be doing it and it has, I think, all the elements of a classic Bond movie.”
Bond purists will undoubtedly welcome the first appearance of Q (Ben Whishaw) in the Craig Bond films, along with the return of beloved Bond gadgets. Q: “Walther PPKS 9mm short. It’s been coded to your palm print so only you can fire it. Less of a random killing machine, more of a personal statement.” Bond purists will undoubtedly welcome the first appearance of Q (Ben Whishaw) in the Craig Bond films, along with the return of beloved Bond gadgets. Q: “Walther PPKS 9mm short. It’s been coded to your palm print so only you can fire it. Less of a random killing machine, more of a personal statement.”
every man wants to be him; every woman to be with him - The name is bond -James bond.
a License To ThriLL
Words by Nicky Kemp
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Although Craig’s performance in Skyfall is probably one of the most highly anticipated of any film to be released this year, it is true to say that the actor’s rise to fame hasn’t exactly been meteoric. He comes from humble beginnings, born in Cheshire, england in 1968 to his mother; an art teacher and father; a Merchant Navy midshipman turned pub landlord. His parents divorced when he was just four years old and shortly after, he moved to Liverpool to live with his mother and sister. He began acting in school plays age 6 and claims visits to Liverpool’s everyman Theatre as a kid was one of the major influences for him attending the National Youth Theatre. He went on to study at London’s prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating in 1991 and begun his early career on the stage.
Craig’s early on-screen performances were in the films The Power of One, A Kid in King Arthur’s Court and elizabeth. He also appeared on television in Heartbeat, Sharpe’s eagle, Zorro and perhaps most memorably as ‘Geordie’ in the BBC’s 1996 drama Our Friends in the North. His appearances in British films Love is the Devil, The Trench and Some Voices attracted the industry’s attention and British Independent Film Award nominations, leading to bigger roles such as Angelina Jolie’s rival and love interest in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider and Mendes’s aforementioned Connor in Road to
Perdition. He went on to achieve european recognition and Best Actor Film Award nominations playing lead roles in The Mother with Anne Reid, indie hit Layer Cake co-starring Sienna Millar and enduring Love with Rhys Ifans. It was only when chosen as the sixth actor to play the role of Bond, replacing Pierce Brosnan, that Craig achieved international fame. If he hadn’t landed the part as the worlds’ most famous double agent, it’s highly possible he would have ended his career in anonymity, toiling in critically acclaimed but unacknowledged roles - but now he is poised to be one of the biggest stars of his generation, not to mention one of the greatest sex symbols.
The release of Skyfall co-insides with the 50th anniversary of the Bond series, with the 5 October being designated Global James Bond day, marking the inaugural screening of the first film Dr No in 1962. As part of the celebrations, Christie’s is hosting a charity auction selling off 50 lots of Bond memorabilia, including Craig’s infamous powder-blue nylon La Perla trunks that he so generously sported in Casino Royale leading to that notorious beefcake image. They have been conservatively estimated at between £3,000 and £5,000. And Ladies - Craig reportedly worked hard to beef up again for his sex scenes in Skyfall… Oh James!
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Thomas Dunton Solicitors
217 - 219 High Street, Orpington, Kent BR6 0NZ01689 822554
Small Business Advice Service
There has never been a better time to start your own business! As shops and offices move from our High streets, they leave behind a golden opportunity for the entrepreneur to negotiate some once in a lifetime rents.
Fewer of us are choosing to visit the high street at all. Instead, we are shopping on-line or at an out-of-town superstore which promises to satisfy all our needs, from baked beans, through pharmaceuticals to financial advice, under one roof.
New opportunitiesThese changes have hit traditional and independent businesses hard. Yet canny entrepreneurs are discovering new opportunities on the high street. Business start-ups no longer need to feel deterred by the prospect of a fifteen-year term lease with upwards-only rent reviews. There are deals to be had as landlords seek to offset their liabilities for business rates.
Pop-up businessesPop-up businesses, such as cafés or art galleries, are becoming a distinctive feature of the British summer and are a great way to test the water for a new business concept.Initiatives, like The Meanwhile Project(www.meanwhilespace.com), encourage property owners to make vacant space available so that would-be entrepreneurs can give it a go. They also provide a structure that makes this possible. This includes a simple form of lease
For advice on individual circumstances, please contact: Jonathan Haines on
01686 822554 or [email protected]
Information in this article is of a general nature and details are prone to change.
Our new Small Business Advice Service is
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that the parties may adopt on a rent-free basis, but covering rates, insurance, utilities and any other costs (such as service charges) for the “meanwhile” period.
reducing red tapeThe reduction of red tape, planning restrictions and legal constraints are also seen as key to creating the new sustainable high streets of the future. In her recent review, Mary Portas set out 28 recommendations including extending permitted development rights to make it easier to change the use of commercial properties, a more proactive use of local authorities’ statutory powers and promoting “a contract of care” between landlords and their commercial tenants.
a fairer balanceWhilst the voluntary code for leasing business premises has long aimed to strike a fairer balance between the respective interests of landlord and tenant, compliance remains patchy. Few landlords volunteer turnover rents or monthly rental payments yet.
Never a better timeIt is a tenants’ market on the high street and business owners should be bold as there has never been a better opportunity to be innovative in lease negotiations. Of course it is important to ensure that you receive good legal advice about any lease which you are considering and our Commercial Property Team would be delighted to assist.
Thinking of buying a business?Buying a business rather than starting one from scratch can make good business sense provided you remember you are taking on the legacy of the previous owner.It is essential that you are aware of every aspect of the business before buying it.
the advantages include:• The business is already up and running.• It may be easier to obtain finance if it has a proven track record.• You will have established customers and contacts. • You may inherit experienced employees.
the disadvantages include:• If the business has been neglected you may need to invest above the purchase price• You may need a large amount of working capital to assist with the cash flow• You may need to honour or renegotiate existing contracts• Current staff may be unhappy with the takeover and leave or have low morale.
Call us on 01689 822554 or [email protected] arrange a meeting.
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“Having a beautiful smile gives you confidence, and this is reason enough to visit Dr”
ask...Dr JasHave you any worries with your teeth or questions about non surgical solutions? Well Dr Jas is here to help with all your problems, all you need to do is ask!
132a High Street, Hornchurch, Essex RM12 4UH(just 20 minutes from the Dartford Bridge &
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What is Tooth Erosion?enamel is the hard surface of a tooth. erosion is caused by acid in food and drinks that can eat away at the enamel of teeth. Sensitivity of the teeth may be a sign that you may have tooth erosion. Teeth can become yellow in colour as the dentine of the tooth starts to show through the enamel. The surface of the tooth takes on a transparent look or greyish colour. To stop any further erosion of teeth it is advisable to wait at least an hour after eating acidic foods before cleaning your teeth as the acid can make the enamel soft and it can be brushed away. It is also advisable to use a straw when drinking carbonated and sugary drinks. To prevent this it is better to avoid fizzy and acidic drinks and foods. If teeth have worn a lot they can be restored with white fillings, veneers or crowns if very severe.Dr Jas has treated thousands of erosion cases.
How should i Keep My Teeth clean?Teeth can be kept clean and healthy by visiting the dentist and hygienist on a regular basis. In between visits to the hygienist (who will show you how to clean your teeth properly) you must floss and brush your teeth and gums at least twice a day. Cleaning your tongue with a special tongue cleaner and using a mild mouthwash will add to your fresh breath regime.
Why Does My Tooth Hurt?even if you have regular dental check-ups and see the hygienist, you can sometimes still get toothache. You should contact your dentist so that the problem can be resolved quickly and less invasively. There are several reasons that your tooth can hurt. One of the most common is infection
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in the nerve of the tooth. This can be because of decay in the tooth that hasn’t been attended to quickly enough. Another reason is if the tooth has a crack in it then bacteria can get to the nerve of the tooth. Broken teeth can also hurt if they are broken near the nerve. One of the most common reasons for a tooth hurting is gum infection. This can occur when teeth are not flossed on a daily basis and regular hygiene visits are not made. Gum disease affected around 80% of the population and is the biggest cause of tooth ache. At Perfect Smile Spa we have a very high success rate of treating gum disease.
i’ve Just Had A Tooth Out And Don’t Want Dentures, What can Be Done And How soon?There are several ways of dealing with the gap. The quickest way to close the gap is with a bridge. On the day the tooth is extracted, a temporary bridge can be fitted while the bone is healing and after three months a permanent bridge can be made. The ultimate way is for an implant to be fitted. Sometimes it is possible to place implants immediately and have a temporary tooth in place straight away. Other times you may have to wait a few months for healing of the bone. Dr Jas can guide on the best and quickest way to have new teeth!
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Seasonal ShoesTed baKer London
Ted’s collection of christmas party footwear is full of tantalizing surprises. from block platforms in
lux satin to skyscraper heels in sparkling glitter. each of these seductive styles, reminiscent of the
1930’s, is embellished with a generous architectural satin bow detail. dance the night away in Ted
baker footwear, in sizes 3 to 8 at Ted baker stores nationwide and online at www.tedbaker.com.
Ted Baker, Oaker £120Ted Baker, Oaker £120
Ted Baker, Oaker £120
Ted Baker, Mayter £100 Ted Baker, Mayter £100 Ted Baker, Morick £120
Ted Baker, Sampto £100 Ted Baker, Gemm £50Ted Baker, Safire £55
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Women’s FashionTaKe cover This winTer
Next - Faux fur collar Coat £110
Penneys - Belted Wrap Coat £NA
Warehouse - Colour block coat £95
Hobbs - Maisie Coat GBP 269
Next - Check coat £75
Hobbs - Corby Coat, £349
A Take cover this winter with heart-warming coats
A GreAT coat is always a prerequisite for autumn/winter style and this season is no exception.
check out our selection of winter warming coats from the high Street stores.
Autograph Coat: Marks & Spencer - Autograph Coat £99
WAReHOUSe - MILITARY COAT £90Penneys - Fur Trim Wrap Coat £NA
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NOA FiNE JEWEllERYWhite gold lucky key pendant£850.00
Bond Girl Inspired GiftswonderfuL GifTs for The wanT To be bond GirL
NOA FiNE JEWEllERY Crystal glacier ring £5,850.00
NOA FiNE JEWEllERY Bowser earrings£2,475.00
NOA FiNE JEWEllERY Rose petal ring £9,620.00
cORlETTEGarde atoi belt£150.00
cORlETTERoche noire gloves£180.00
James bond will return to UK cinemas across the country this october. To celebrate the return of
007 we have put together a gift guide of bond must haves for her.
NETAli NissiM White gold evil eye bracelet £850.00
D.l. & cO.Ginembre rare botanic candle £192.00
cORlETTEFrangement gloves£220.00
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Bond Inspired GiftswonderfuL GifTs for The wanT To be bond
James bond will return to UK cinemas across the country this october. To celebrate the return of
007 we have put together a gift guide of bond must haves for him.
sTERliNg silvER guN cuFF liNKs£395.00
sTERliNg silvER guN AMulET TiE £240.00
DAviD liNlEYCaviar bowl£950.00
sPY MAsTERBinoculars with camera£390.00
sPY MAsTERMini submarine£12,000.00
sTERliNg silvER guN BOW-TiE £240.00
s.T. DuPONT 4GB USB Stick Keyring£200.00
sWAiNE ADENEY BRiggMens Cherry Handle Umbrella£285.00
s.T. DuPONT Diamond Lighter £39,300.00
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Next - Fairisle Pattern Socks £12
Fat Face, Mens Woodland Stripe Scarf £25
Mens Real Leather Gloves £16
Men’s FashionwinTer wonder for him
it’s time to say goodbye to the shorts and flip-flops and get ready for the elements! brave the
outdoors in style this winter with our great selection of designer menswear.
Doubled Breasted Woolen Coat £75, Lambwool V-Neck Jumper £27,
Rosewood Marl T-Shirt £7Urban Outiftters - Cardigan £42 Next - Gilet £32
Dunnes Stores - Navy Brooklyn
Denim Jeans £21
Office - Frankie Brogue £66.99
G-Star Raw Footwear - Patton Officer Cap £145
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Haunted Kent
IGThAM MOTE
This moated manor house built in 1340 was home to the Selby family from the late 16th Century to the middle of the 19th Century. This is Dame Dorothy Selby’s story. Ghost story: I sent a letter to Lord Monteagle and told him not to attend Parliament on 5th November 1605. I had to warn him, otherwise he would have been killed. This led to the discovery of the Gunpowder Plot and supporters of Guy Fawkes blamed me for its failure. They locked me in a small secret room in this house and left me to die.My bones were only discovered at the end of the 19th Century by some workmen. Although you cannot see me, if I am around you will feel a distinct chill in the air; especially in the tower.
Mote Road, ivy Hatch, sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0NT
scene’s Guide To spooKy pLaces in KenT
KeNT IS HISTORICALLY KNOWN FOR ITS BeAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDe, FLOWeRS, LANDSCAPeS AND MUCH MORe. IT HAS OFTeN BeeN ReFeRReD TO AS ‘THe
GARDeN OF eNGLAND’. BUT WHAT ABOUT ITS DARKeR MORe HAUNTING SIDe...
hALL PLACE
A manor house has existed on this site as far back as 1241. The current house dates back to 1540 and is owned by the local council. The original house was owned by Sir Thomas atte Hall. The ghost of his wife, Constance, tells the storyGhost Story: I loved my husband very much. We were so happy together. One day he was out hunting stag and I was watching from the house. Without warning one of the stags attacked and killed him. I could not believe my eyes. I ran to the white tower and, blinded by grief, I threw myself off. I could not contemplate a life without my husband. I still grieve to this day and you may see me, walking about wringing my hands in despair.
Hall Place, Bourne Road, Bexley, DA5 1PQ
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SCOTnEy CASTLE
A 13th century moated castle. In 1259 the castle was held by Walter de Scotney, steward to the earl of Gloucester. Later it passed into the hands of the Darrell family. Revenue officials found out that Arthur Darrell was a smuggler. This is a revenue officer’s story, “I was just doing my job. He was a smuggler and what he was doing was illegal. We went to the castle knowing there would be trouble. Several raids by officials had ended in fighting; this time was no different. During the violence, one of the Darrells attacked and killed me; I think it was Arthur. He threw my body into the moat, hoping it wouldn’t be discovered. I’m still here, seeking retribution. Sometimes you’ll see me rise from the moat and hammer at the door of the castle.”
lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 8JN
cHislEHuRsT cAvEs
The caves at Chislehurst are a labyrinth of man made tunnels forming a maze covering over six hectares thirty meters below the woodlands above. They were dug for chalk used in lime burning and brick-making for the building of London, also for flints to fire the tinderboxes and flintlock guns of years ago. First open to the public in the start of the 20th century as a showplace, the guides told the Victorian history of Druids, Romans and Saxons, smuggling and murder. The last 100 years has added munitions storage for the Woolwich Arsenal in the 1914-18 war, mushroom growing in the 1920’s & 30’s and becoming an underground town as one of the largest deep air-raid shelters in the country, protecting over 15,000 people at the height of the blitz.
caveside close, Old Hill, chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5Nl
ROChESTER CASTLE
The castle was constructed around 1090 by the Bishop of Rochester. It saw action several times over the years and lay in ruins for 11 years following a battle in 1215. Lady Blanche de Warren’s ghost tells the story, “We were defending the castle against the Black Prince, Simon de Montfort. My husband to be, Ralph de Capo, led the battle against the King’s enemies. One of the rebel’s men, Gilbert de Clare, was a rejected suitor of mine and he still bore a grudge. During a brief lull in the fighting to mark easter Sunday, he sneaked into the castle. His Armour was similar to Ralph’s and he wasn’t challenged. Fear filled my heart as he approached me at the top of the keep. He was so angry. I fought hard against him and tried to push him away. Ralph saw my plight and, being an excellent bowman, fired an arrow at de Clare. The arrow struck de Clare’s armour but bounced off and went straight into my heart. I died instantly.”
castle Hill, Rochester, ME1 1sW
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Bonfire Night scene’s Guide To fireworKs in KenT
ThE BLACkhEATh FIREwORk DISPLAy
The Blackheath fireworks display is one of the most anticipated London fireworks displays each year, bringing colour and light to the skies of Lewisham in a truly dazzling display of fireworks. The free event is attended by close to 100,000 people every year and the display of fireworks is truly spectacular.Visit Blackheath and have a blast of a Bonfire Night at the 2012 Blackheath fireworks display, promising something special in November in celebration of 407 years of gunpowder, treason and plot.The 2012 Blackheath fireworks display in London will go ahead on Saturday 3rd November 2012. Visit the Lewisham council website for more details.
www.lewisham.gov.uk020 8314 7321
DAnSOn PARk FIREwORkS 2012
Once again the skies of Welling / Bexleyheath will be brought to life with fire and sparkles as Welling Round Table celebrate Guy Fawkes Night on Saturday, 3rd November with their fireworks extravaganza.One of the biggest firework events in South-east england, set in beautiful grounds, across a tranquil lake in Danson Park, simply makes this the perfect evening for the Welling Round Table spectacular fireworks display. Come and watch the choreographed to music fireworks will light up the night sky.
www.dansonparkfireworks.co.uk07833 371282
IT’S NOW 407 YeARS SINCe THe FOILING OF THe GUNPOWDeR PLOT, IN WHICH GUY FAWKeS AND HIS CO-CONSPIRATORS ATTeMPTeD TO ASSASSINATe KING JAMeS I AND BLOW UP THe HOUSeS OF PARLIAMeNT. TO CeLeBRATe HeRe’S
SCeNe’S GUIDe TO THe BeST FIReWORKS SHOWS KeNT HAS TO OFFeR.
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BOnFIRE & BuRGERS, FIREwORkS & Fun AT ThE hOP FARM!
Get ready for a fireworks party to remember at The Hop Farm Family Park on the 3rd and 4th November.The hugely popular Fireworks Spectacular is back with a bang! With a fabulous funfair and children’s entertainment.Sat 3 November sees a child-friendly display to a new children’s play mix with fewer loud bangs from 6pm, followed by a family ‘Olympic’ themed display at 9pm. Sun 4 November features a main display to songs with a Best of British theme at 6pm!The Hop Farm Family Park attraction will be open for visitors and refreshments and a bar will be available until late.
www.thehopfarm.co.uk01622 872068
LEEDS CASTLE FIREwORkS DISPLAy
Watch this world famous fireworks extravaganza amongst the beautiful and historical backdrop of Leeds Castle. This picture-book castle, set on two islands in the River Len deep in the Kentish countryside, dates to the early 12th century.The magnificent display will provide an experience like no other, performed alongside dramatic music and well known tunes from the radio and television. The fireworks will be set off from floating pontoons in the moat, creating stunning reflections in the water and spectacular illuminations around the castle and its gardens.
www.leeds-castle.com01622 880008
BOnFIRE AnD FIREwORkS SPECTACuLAR, kEnT LIFE
Be amazed by fire breathers lighting our grand roaring bonfire and join in the countdown to our annual spectacular musical firework display. Join us in this momentous celebration in marking the end of a great summer season and the beginning of our winter festivities. The evening will be entertaining for all ages including children’s fairground rides, glow sticks galore, music and amazing fire performers. Watch the fire breathers light our roaring bonfire and then take in the spectacular show.
www.kentlife.org.uk01622 763936
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Dream Makeover Essex is offering four FREE complete makeovers worth up to £25,000 each!
The lucky winners will be one man and one woman in the two age categories of 20-40 and 41-65.
Ash Parmar, leading cosmetic dentist from TV’s Extreme Makeover UK and The Only Way is Essex has put together a team of top Professionals who will carry out an amazing makeover on the four winners and this will be revealed at a magnificent Gala Event to be held in March 2013.
You will benefit by having a Smile Makeover by Ash Parmar, worth up to £10,000, laser eye correction worth £6,000 with Dr Pillai of AVC - one of the UK’s leading eye specialists - and additional Dream Makeover treatments from our specialist partners.Throughout the transformation, we will follow your progress on film and record the amazing changes.
This is an opportunity of a lifetime and brought to you, absolutely FREE OF CHARGE, thanks to Philips Oral Healthcare, innovators of superior products designed for delivering premium oral healthcare for life.
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Personal treatments by:
for the Perfect Smile for Perfect Vision Beauty and Confidence restored by Lisa Broughtonfor Stunning Hairstyles
Be part of one of Essex’s biggest events yet seen!
Dream Makeover Essex is offering four FREE complete makeovers worth up to £25,000 each!
The lucky winners will be one man and one woman in the two age categories of 20-40 and 41-65.
Ash Parmar, leading cosmetic dentist from TV’s Extreme Makeover UK and The Only Way is Essex has put together a team of top Professionals who will carry out an amazing makeover on the four winners and this will be revealed at a magnificent Gala Event to be held in March 2013.
You will benefit by having a Smile Makeover by Ash Parmar, worth up to £10,000, laser eye correction worth £6,000 with Dr Pillai of AVC - one of the UK’s leading eye specialists - and additional Dream Makeover treatments from our specialist partners.Throughout the transformation, we will follow your progress on film and record the amazing changes.
This is an opportunity of a lifetime and brought to you, absolutely FREE OF CHARGE, thanks to Philips Oral Healthcare, innovators of superior products designed for delivering premium oral healthcare for life.
All treatments will be closely monitored by ourleading professionals and all your questions will be answered - so you are in the safe hands of experts.
Judging will be carried out by top Professionals in their field who will assess each entrant individually to find the four winners.
And EVERY entrant will receive a personal voucher book worth over £650 for their choice of makeover treatments.
It’s time to look
10 years younger
The DREAM MAKEOVER will consist of:• ASMILEMAKEOVER• LASEREYECORRECTION• FACIALAESTHETICS&
YOUNGERLOOKINGSKIN• PERSONALTRAINING&
FITNESS• MAKE-UPANDBEAUTY• FASHION&CLOTHESSTYLING• HAIRSTYLING• BEAUTYTHERAPY&
GROOMING• TEETHWHITENING&APOWER
TOOTHBRUSHFROMPHILIPSORALHEALTHCARE
The event ALL Essex has been waiting for.
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Chigwell, Essex IG7 6AB
T: 020 8500 0544
20-40? When you look good, you feel great
EVENT PARTNERS
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ANELIESE DEANEStyle Director
MEMORABLE PORTRAITSPhotography
WORTHUPTO£25,000
TO ENTER ...Visit www.dreammakeoveressex.co.uk where you can get all the details, read the terms and conditions and complete an Entry Form.... and remember, entry is absolutely FREE!
HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO IMPROVE YOUR LOOKS?This is your chance.There are two age categories and entry is open to ALL! Guys! This is the opportunity you have been waiting for. Girls! This is just too good to miss.
Entry closes on 11th November 2012 and judging will be completed by 3rd December 2012.
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Halloween safety
The content of this article is intended to be used for informational purposes only. The use of both fire, naked flames, knives or any other form of carving object
is done purely at the risk of the reader. Children should be supervised at all times. SCeNe Publishing Ltd accepts no responsibility for any accidents or damage
caused by acting upon the information contained in this article.
Step one is to choose your pumpkin. Pumpkins can range in size anywhere from tiny to humongous. Medium sized ones work best for most stencils that you’ll make or buy.
Very large pumpkins can be carved with elaborate designs and used as “center pieces” on your porch or tables. Small pumpkins work fine for carving traditional faces they can be done fast and you can have many of them scattered about for parties,
haunts or up your sidewalk as a lighted pathway. For standard carving without a stencil, decide if it should be tall and narrow, or more rounded, based on your ideas. Select pumpkins that are uniformly orange meaning that are ripe, have no bruises, cuts or nicks. If you will be using a stencil to carve your pumpkin, select a pumpkin that is large enough and as close to the same shape as the pattern you’re going to carve. It should be as smooth as possible, and free of scratches, dents or gouges.
The second step is carving your pumpkin. Use a long, thin bladed knife, cut out the top of the pumpkin around the stem. The hole should be large enough to allow you to scoop out the guts (seeds and stringy membrane) by hand and with a large spoon. Generally, the size of the hole should be about two-thirds the diameter of the pumpkin. While you cut a round circle out, you’ll find that cutting a five or six sided opening will work best. As you cut out the top hole, angle the knife so that the lid and hole will be cone shaped. This will prevent the lid from falling into the hole then scrape the inside walls clean.
Finally, visualise the face or image you want to carve, use your knife to carefully cut out the individual parts of the face or you can pre-marked the pumpkin by using a Crayon to draw the face onto the surface of the pumpkin and cut through the lines you drew. When you are finished cutting, carefully push out the pieces to view the final results. Make sure that you have scrapped the bottom of the pumpkin flat, so that the candle will sit level in the pumpkin. Candles have been the age old method of illuminating Jack O’ Lanterns since, well, forever. Regular Votive candles, placed in clear glass candle holders are safer, brighter and last a lot longer than exposed candles. For small candles you may want to use the small tea-light candles or you can use Glow Sticks for an eerie effect.
Trick Or Treathow To cArve ScAry pUmpKinS
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have you ever dreamed of the peace and quiet of rural life but not ready to cut your urban ties? If you have, then maybe Orange Court farm is the home for you. Located on
the outskirts of the tranquil and picturesque village of Downe, with its handful of shops, church and two traditional pubs, yet just 5.5 miles from Bromley town centre and 3 miles from Orpington station, this charming home really does have the best of both worlds.
Occupying beautiful and meandering grounds of approximately 3.7 acres, the principal residence comprises of a 17 century, Grade II listed country house which is constructed of knapped flint and brick and provides over 5000 square feet of accommodation. Oozing character and charm, the versatile and practical accommodation features a wonderful farmhouse
kitchen complete with Aga, vaulted beamed ceiling and adjoining utility room. There are four reception rooms on the ground floor plus a self contained four roomed annex that can be accessed via the kitchen or separately from the front of the house. A half level down leads to an impressive dining hall, second kitchen and a room currently used as a gym. The upper floors offer five bedrooms, two with dressing rooms, and three bathrooms. The grounds are particularly impressive and enjoy formal lawns with winding paths leading to the heated swimming pool and substantial pool house, floodlit tennis court, Koi pond and over an acre of paddock. A private lane leads to a cobbled courtyard, stables and a 60’ Grade II listed tithe barn and carport.
Orange Court Farm is on the market with Langford Russell with an asking price of £2.3m.
Langford RussellproperTy focUS
orange court farm offers the peace and quiet of rural life without cutting your urban ties
Langford Russell, 7a High Street, Chislehurst, Kent, BR7 5AB 020 8295 4900 www.langfordrussell.co.uk
100’s of properties available online at www.langfordrussell.co.uk
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Chelsfield Park BR6 £1,495,000 F/H1930’s detached house set on approximately one acre. Accommodation comprises TV room, dining room, lounge, downstairs WC, fully fitted kitchen, utility room, conservatory, five bedrooms, three with en-suite and family bathroom. Externally there is a detached garage, landscaped grounds with heated and filtered swimming pool, changing area, separate toilet facilities, bbq island and bar.Locksbottom 01689 882 988
Bickley BR1 £985,000 F/HA deceptively spacious five bedroom detached home with immense character yet adaptable accommodation that briefly comprises four reception rooms on the ground floor, plus kitchen/breakfast room, utility and cloakroom. The first floor features five double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The house enjoys lovely gardens, tandem garage and heated swimming pool. Located just 1/4 mile from Bickley station.Chislehurst 020 8295 4900
Hayes BR2 £775,000 F/HStunning four bedroom detached house which has been completely refurbished by its current owners. Accommodation comprises sitting room, dining room, family room, study and kitchen to the ground floor. On the first floor are three bedrooms and family bathroom whilst the master bedroom, dressing room and shower room are on the top floor. Further features include garage and off street parking.Bromley 020 8315 5544
Beckenham BR3 £675,000 F/HLocated on one of Beckenham’s most sought after roads, within the Langley catchment area is this four bedroom detached residence. The property is now in need of modernisation and subject to planning has scope to extend. The house is currently arranged as two receptions, kitchen, conservatory, four bedrooms and bathroom. Externally the house benefits from off street parking.Beckenham 020 8663 4433
Incorporating pLEASE CALL YOur nEArEST OFFiCE FOr A FrEE nO OBLigATiOn VALuATiOn
BECkEnHAm - 020 8663 4433 BrOmLEY - 020 8315 5544
CHiSLEHurST - 020 8295 4900 LOCkSBOTTOm - 01689 882988
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Chelsfield Park BR6 £1,495,000 F/H1930’s detached house set on approximately one acre. Accommodation comprises TV room, dining room, lounge, downstairs WC, fully fitted kitchen, utility room, conservatory, five bedrooms, three with en-suite and family bathroom. Externally there is a detached garage, landscaped grounds with heated and filtered swimming pool, changing area, separate toilet facilities, bbq island and bar.Locksbottom 01689 882 988
Bickley BR1 £985,000 F/HA deceptively spacious five bedroom detached home with immense character yet adaptable accommodation that briefly comprises four reception rooms on the ground floor, plus kitchen/breakfast room, utility and cloakroom. The first floor features five double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The house enjoys lovely gardens, tandem garage and heated swimming pool. Located just 1/4 mile from Bickley station.Chislehurst 020 8295 4900
Hayes BR2 £775,000 F/HStunning four bedroom detached house which has been completely refurbished by its current owners. Accommodation comprises sitting room, dining room, family room, study and kitchen to the ground floor. On the first floor are three bedrooms and family bathroom whilst the master bedroom, dressing room and shower room are on the top floor. Further features include garage and off street parking.Bromley 020 8315 5544
Beckenham BR3 £675,000 F/HLocated on one of Beckenham’s most sought after roads, within the Langley catchment area is this four bedroom detached residence. The property is now in need of modernisation and subject to planning has scope to extend. The house is currently arranged as two receptions, kitchen, conservatory, four bedrooms and bathroom. Externally the house benefits from off street parking.Beckenham 020 8663 4433
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Just Interiors AUTUmn GLory
Just interiors, 172 Petts Wood Road,Petts Wood, Kent, BR5 1lg
01689 [email protected]
www.justinteriorspettswood.co.uk
traditionally, this is the time of year we start looking inward, as the nights draw in and the chilly air arrives, our homes become our sanctuary away from the harsh elements.
We start chalking up the Halloween, fireworks, school productions and festive parties on our calendar realising just how little time we have before our biggest annual celebration of the year.
To help you get organised Just Interiors have a variety of chalkboards upon which to write those special dates. This one works well with our key and hook cabinet for a co-ordinated look. Here, you can keep those ever missing keys and avoid the last minute frantic search, helping you to keep calm and relaxed. Continuing this calming theme check out our sumptuously soft chocolate brown sofa in which to sink into at the end of a busy day or for the lucky few melt into during an afternoon siesta.
During this seasonal change we get a chance to see the glorious array of autumnal colouring from the deepest reds to sparkling golds - Whose inner glow doesn’t get brightened when you wake-up to a clear blue sky illuminated by brilliant sunshine! When photographing these splendid sights as you take that crisp woodland walk, why not display them in one of our homely wooden heart shaped frames as a reminder to keep you going through the winter greys.Thicker warmer textures make a reappearance during the coming months and who couldn’t be charmed by the ever classic tartan regalia. We’ve
a slender bronze style table lamp complete with a timeless red and green weaved shade, ideally suited to a traditional cosy cottage room or library.
If you’re making the most of the pre-Christmas wine offers consider making a feature by displaying the shiny green bottles on these reclaimed wood wine holders.
Then, rest awhile in your favourite chair and enjoy one of the most colourful seasons of the year!All these featured products and many more can be found in our Petts Wood store. Don’t forget to check out our face-book page specials and ‘share’ them with your friends.
Heart Motif
Chalkboard
£25
Key Cabinet
£24
Reclaimed Wooden
Wall Wine Bottle
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Just InterIorsSuppliers of fine furniture and home accessories
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Set in a former bakery • 70 Seater bar & reStaurantmodern britiSh & european menuS beSt freSh local produce
It’s a question of taste!01959 577605 • www.thebakeryrestaurant.com
WeStmore Green, tatSfield nr. WeSterham, kent, tn16 2aG
Stunning en-suite accommodation now available please call for details!
“christmas menu now available”
Sea SaltSea Food Restaurant & Brassiere
Opening HoursLunchtimes: Wed-Sat:
12.00-14.30Evenings: Mon-Sat:
17.30-23:00Sunday: 12.00-22.00
Contact Us Tel: 020 8663 [email protected] Southend Road, Beckenham,Kent, BR3 1SD
Meat and Vegetarian dishes as well as seafood
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The BakerybAr And reSTAUrAnT
The Bakery Restaurant, Westmore green,Tatsfield, Kent, TN16 2Ag
01959 577 [email protected]
the Bakery Bar, Restaurant with Rooms is located in the centre of the picturesque village of Tatsfield, just outside the historic market town of Westerham just off the
B2024 Croydon Road.
The restaurant and bar was completely refurbished about 6 years ago in a modern rustic style which now offers a unique style all of its own. With the recent conversion of the first floor area in to 5 stunning en-suite “boutique style” letting bedrooms, the Bakery now provides the perfect venue to either eat, drink or stay over !
As well as the main restaurant menu, priced weekdays at £19.95 for three courses and £16.95 for two, (weekends £25.95) there is also a small select “a carte menu” together with a bar menu which provides an extensive selection of brasserie style bar meals and snacks making it an ideal place for a light lunch or dinner, or even just to call in for coffee or evening drinks and cocktails.
Sunday lunch is a popular family affair with a more traditional menu at £22.95 for three courses, with prices for children. We pride ourselves in offering very high standards of cuisine and service that is professional whilst informal and relaxed at the same time.
A varied and carefully chosen wine list compliments any meal choice with selections from all over the world whilst staying true to the more traditional wine producing regions.
Rooms are stylish fitted out with, free WIFI, sound proofing, egyptian cotton sheets, plush bathrooms and flat screen televisions - rates start from as little as £75.00 per room including breakfast. For enquiries call Andrew on 01959 577605.
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63 High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AW0208 650 2291www.larascasse.com
Book now for Christmas
CHRISTMAS MENU 2012
STARTERSSmoked Haddock & Avocado Rillettes with
Horseradish Cream.Tarte Tatin of Goat’s Cheese, Red Onion Marmalade
& Rocket. VCurried Parsnips & Apple Soup V
Turkey & Sage Risotto with Parmesan.
MAINSRoasted Pheasant in a Game Sauce with Braised Spicy
Red Cabbage, Game Chips & Bread Sauce.Slow Braised Lamb Shank with Confit Winter
Vegetables & Mash.Salmon in a White Port Sauce with Shrimps on a Bed
of Spinach & New Potatoes.Mushrooms Stroganoff with Poached Egg &
Chives Rosti. V
DESSERTDuo of White & Dark Chocolate Terrine
with a Mint Sauce.Almond & Pear Tart
Baileys Bread & Butter PuddingXmas Mess with Cranberry Sauce
Lunch, £19.50 per Person • Dinner, £25.00 per Person
A £10.00 deposit, per person, is required to secure your booking.6 people minimum • A 10% gratuity will be added to the bill
See our reviews and book a tableat toptable.co.uk
“It is one of the best restaurants in the area and far better than most of the more
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crunchy Bourbon cupcakes
Dry ingredients• 100g plain flour• 20g cocoa powder• 140g caster sugar• 1 half-teaspoon baking powder• A pinch of salt• 40g unsalted butter
Wet ingredients• 120ml full fat milk• 1 egg• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract• 4 Bourbon biscuits plus extra for topping
Topping ingredients• 80g butter• 250g Icing sugar• 2 more Bourbon biscuits
MethodPut on your freshly laundered apron. A well-presented cook achieves a better bake.
Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/350°F (gas mark 4)Place the dry ingredients into this mixture and whiz until the texture resembles sand.
Annabel’scrUnchy boUrbon cUpcAKeS recipe
Annabel’s, 3 Royal Parade, chislehurst, BR7 6NR07714 189 674
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Fetch a jug and mix the wet ingredients together.Pour the mixture into the mixer and blend until all lumps have disappeared.
Open a packet of Bourbon biscuits and resist the temptation to nibble. Remember, ladies do not graze. Crush the biscuits into small crumbs with a sturdy rolling pin and stir into this mixture.
When everything is mixed together, divide into twelve cupcake cases.
Bake for 20 minutes. Just enough time to prepare the icing and wipe the sides.
Cream the icing sugar and butter with a fork until smooth. Crush two more Bourbon biscuits and add to the icing.
After 20 minutes test the cakes with a fork to ensure they are cooked (prick with a fork, it should emerge dry). Remove from the oven and allow to cool, melted icing is not attractive by anyone’s standards.
Decorate the cakes using a piping bag with a large star nozzle; add a whole biscuit to decorate.
Serve with afternoon coffee or black cherry Martinis.
Remove apron and bask in the glory of a fabulous bake.
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Opening hours: Monday 8.30am – 6pm Tuesday 8.30am – 10pm Weds – Sat 8.30am – 11pm Sunday 10am – 10pm254 High Street, Orpington, Kent, BR6 0LZ Tel: 01689 874488 [email protected]
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A cASuAl relAxeD DIner “uno non puo pensare bene, amare bene, dormire bene, se non ha mangiato bene”(One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one hasn’t eaten well)
Da FabrizioOsteria
“Osteria Da Fabrizio is a combined food hall and diner, specialising in rotisserie and cured meats, with a friendly, warm and relaxed atmosphere.”(Osteria) in Italy was originally a place for serving simple food and wine.
Selected quality wineS, coffee & appetiSerSMeet up with friends for a glass of fine wine whilst enjoying a selection of Stuzzichini, Italian canapes and appetizers.
Shopping:• Gourmet oils • Cured meats • Marinated olives• Continental cheeses • Pattiserie • Authentic pasta sauces
enjoy classic artisan food to eat in or take out:• Homemade spit roast porchetta• Marinated spit roast chicken• Pastas and risottos• Sharing platters
Christmas Bookings now being
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We cater for weddings and special events
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161 Station Road, Sidcup, Kent, DA15 7AA020 8300 1788
Ample car parking at the rear and easy access to the restaurant.
Closed all day MondayTuesday - Thursday 12 - 2.30pm & 6pm - 11pmFriday & Saturday 12 - 2.30pm & 6pm - 11pm
Sunday All day 12 - 10.30pm
C H I N E S E R E S T A U R A N TF i n e C h i n e s e C u i s i n e a n d S e a f o o d S p e c i a l i t i e s
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Osteria Da FabrizioA new experience in AUThenTic iTALiAn dininG & ShoppinG,
wiTh JAzz eveninGS now on A SUndAy!
Osteria Da Fabrizio, 254 High street,Orpington, Kent, BR6 0lZ
01689 [email protected]
Osteria da Fabrizio is fast becoming a fine eating establishment. Whether you are looking to have a breakfast meeting with a colleague, coffee with a friend, a casual
lunch or dinner with a group of friends in the evening; whatever the occasion, you will be greeted by the owner Fabrice Irtelli and his friendly staff to make your visit a most enjoyable one! Osteria’s is a restaurant and a delicatessen. It has a very relaxed anytime Italian Deli Restaurant feel. The food is fresh and well presented and as you enter - the long deli counter and bar shows off Osteria’s vast selection of gourmet oils, antipasti, stuzzichini, Italian canapés, marinated olives, homemade breads, cured meats, cheeses, authentic pasta sauces and heavenly patisseries, and the darkened dining interior with simple tables and chairs just simply draws you in! It has been said that “This place is a little gem!”
In the evenings the restaurant creates an authentic Italian vibe in this intimate eatery, whilst providing a great ‘buzz’ and friendly atmosphere and now Osteria brings you ‘Live Jazz’ on Sunday evenings. It was a warm Kent night with the distant sound of George Benson playing in the background when it came to Fabrice – Jazz!
Da FabrizioOsteria
Sunday evenings at Osteria Da Fabrizio consist of a smooth repertoire played by Buster Birch, www.busterbirch.com, one of London’s best Percussion and Guitar Duos. 7.30-10.00pm. £29.95 per head for a set menu which includes a fine selection of Italian starters, main courses and desserts to choose from. Tel: 01689 874488 or email: [email protected]. Places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment!
Osteria is not only building a reputation for being a lovely little Italian cafe, but it is now proving to be a restaurant not to be missed in the evening. With its extensive wine list, excellent food and attention to detail everytime for a very reasonable price, Osteria’s is a local slice of Italian cuisine!
Party bookings are now being taken. Christmas Menus are available. For more information please contact Osteria Da fabrizio on the details below.
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Wash through out the partridges and let them drained out. In an open pot add two tablespoons of olive oil and heat until hot. Start to pan sear/roast the partridges to medium rare, add seasoning and the fresh rosemary for extra taste.
Rest the partridges to cool down and remove the breast and leg on both sides in one. Add the bones back to the pan with the rosemary, some red wine and reduce down for 30 minutes. Add stock to thicken the sauce and pass through a sieve.
cOOKiNg THE lENTils: Wash Lentils. Chop the shallots very fine. Add a bit of olive oil in a pan, add the shallots and fry for two minutes, add the lentils and stir together add stock as required, cook for 20 minutes till lentils are soft.
MAKiNg THE ROsTi: Grate two good size potatoes and drain excess water, fine chopped the savoy cabbage and cook for two minutes, drain allow to cool and mixed together with the potato and Seasoning. Add some melted butter mixed well and add in a still ring.
Add some olive oil in a frying pan, bring to high temperature and add the rings in the pan pressing down with a spoon, turned the other side and do the same on a low heat allow 2 minute on each side.
sERviNg: Preheat the oven and warm up the partridges, add the lentils in the centre of the plate with the rosti add the partridge with the pancetta on top and add the red wine jus.
POT ROAST RED LEG PARTRIDGE with crispy pancetta, potato and savoy cabbage rosti, puy lentils & red wine jus
By Nick Constantine - Plaza Mediterranean Bar And Grill, Locksbottom
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Wines of the monthby Champion Wines
ingredients:• 2 Partridges • 4 Thick slices of pancetta• 1 Banana shallot• Puy lentils • Olive oil• Salt• Freshly ground pepper • Fresh rosemary
Method:
Game birds such as quail, pheasant, turkey, duck, squab and guinea hen have earthy flavors that are more robust than chicken. Wild game often goes better with racy red wines that have a gamy quality to them, the classic being the Pinot Noir grape variety. The flavors of Pinot Noir, plum, cherry, mushrooms, earth and even barnyard (that’s a positive adjective) accentuate the same gamy flavors in the food. Or if you fancy a white wine then a good old-fashioned Bourgogne Cote Beaune Blanc from the Chardonnay grape also makes a great match to gamey meats, as its oak adds texture and roundness on the palate.
Here at CHAMPION WINeS we have two great wines to match the recipe of the month Roast Red Leg Partridge.
FRANCeNuiton-Beaunoy – Cotes de Beaune Blanc 2009 £15.99 A corking white burgundy with lots of fresh acidity combines with ripe, spicy fruit and a hint of vanilla from the brand new oak barrels gives it a subtle roundness on the palate. Young still but delicious all the same and will be accompany the Pot Roast Red Leg Partridge nicely. enjoy!!
NeW ZeALANDOPAWA – PINOT NOIR 2011 £10.99Meaning “Smokey River” in Maori. A medium bodied and beautifully balanced Marlborough Pinot Noir with aromas of cherries and red currants with a touch of fragrant spice. On the palate it is elegant and juicy and multi-layered. This wine has a fine structure, a silky texture and freshness thanks to great acidity.
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advanced Dynamic Suspension Spool Valve (DSSV) technology; a world-first for a road car application. These special valves are state-of-the-art even at the highest levels of motorsport, and use high-precision machined components to enable the shock-absorbing characteristics of the damper to be changed without having to remove them from the car, as is the norm.
Underlining the truly bespoke nature of the One-77, once delivered to its owner, the car’s suspension characteristics will be precisely set-up by Aston Martin engineers to suit their exact requirements, from settings suitable for the ultimate long-distance GT, to a machine capable of conquering the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
While functionality and efficiency are paramount in the design and construction of the One-77’, so too is aesthetic beauty. To this end every single component has been crafted from the finest materials with absolute attention to detail. From the mesmerising weave of the glossy carbon fibre tub and the abstract, sculptural
Consequently the One-77’s structural core is a lightweight and immensely rigid carbon fibre monocoque. Conceived and designed at Aston Martin’s Gaydon HQ, the monocoque, or ‘tub’,
has been built in partnership with Multimatic (MTC). As world leaders in carbon composite technology, advanced vehicle analysis and dynamic simulation, MTC brings unrivalled specialist capabilities to the exacting challenge of the One-77 programme.
employing the classic formula of double wishbones at each corner, the One-77 features inboard suspension front and rear, with pushrods employed to transfer vertical suspension movements to the horizontally mounted spring/damper units. A practice taken directly from racing car design, the main advantages of inboard suspension are a reduction in unsprung weight and the ability to package the suspension components more effectively.
The dampers are fully adjustable and feature
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Naturally, such a spectacular chassis demands – and gets - an equally exceptional drivetrain. It comes in the form of an immensely potent 7.3-litre, naturally aspirated V12 engine. Thanks to the adoption of a dry-sump oil system the engine is mounted 100mm lower than in any previous V12-engined Aston Martin road car, which helps keep the One-77’s centre-of-gravity as low as possible. To further aid agility and endow the One-77 with progressive handling and stable, predictable on-limit behaviour, the engine is also mounted 257mm aft relative to the front wheel centreline. In so doing the front-mid-engined layout shared by all of Aston Martin’s current road car range has been taken to a new level.
Wearing Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres (255/35 ZR20 front, 335/30 ZR20 rear) developed specifically for the One-77, all 700+bhp is transmitted to the road through the rear wheels via a new six-speed gearbox. Controlled via column-mounted paddles behind the steering wheel, this robotised sequential manual is a new generation of Aston Martin’s familiar transmission. Though it is made specifically for the One-77 and features specially strengthened internals to cope with the tremendous power and torque, the lessons learned in its development will ultimately find their way into the company’s series production models.
It’s a mark of the inherent capabilities of Aston Martin’s acclaimed lightweight Carbon Ceramic Matrix brake technology that it has been used as the basis for the One-77’s braking system. The internals of the calipers have been re-engineered to transmit less heat from the brake pads into the brake fluid, while the discs themselves have been developed to ensure the maximum possible contact area between the face of the disc and the brake pads for improved stopping
power. Due to the One-77’s increased performance, special attention has also been paid to brake cooling, as the brakes have less time to cool between bursts of acceleration.
With a projected weight of 1,500kg the One-77 will occupy the very highest echelons of road car performance. Top speed is confidently predicted to be in excess of 200mph, with a 0-60mph time in approximately 3.5sec. Perhaps more importantly, thanks to the purity of a front-engined, rear-drive layout, the responsiveness and immense tractability of a naturally aspirated V12 and the low mass, high-rigidity properties of a carbon fibre chassis, the One-77 promises a driving experience of unrivalled intensity and excitement while representing the world’s most desirable automotive art form.
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Sagittarius
22 Nov-21 Dec
No more worries about money as a new important
policy is given to you, which will alleviate all finance
from now on – a better way to budget than ever
before. Start to feel a security that you have not felt in
a very long time and begin to see that there are angels
in your life, even if you think it is all nonsense.
Capricorn
22 Dec-19 Jan
A new system of working and providing for yourself will
be given to you. It will make you laugh and cry at the
same time. You didn’t think it was possible or could
ever happen. Taste the good life and see the benefits
coming to you each day. Gratitude is not necessary,
living is. It had to be this way as the benefits are much greater.
Scorpio
23 Oct-21 Nov
Opportunities now fresh and secure are being offered
to you. There are no hidden agendas; all is above
board and to your liking. Consult a legal team to
finalise the details and then the adventure can begin.
It’s a lifetime’s ambition and is not to be missed. At last
you come into your own and are able to excel in ways not
thought possible before.
Aries
21 Mar-19 Apr
Be still and see what is all around you. You are so afraid of
losing what you have it is making you nervous and uneasy.
The situation is now changing and what was a
stranglehold is no more. Rest easy and take in all the
good things that are now on offer to you. Remember to
appreciate them as they are not given easily.
Libra
23 Sep-22 Oct
To begin a new chapter in your life, one must learn to
take what has happened to them in the past and start
to apply that in today’s life. To have a better way of
living one must renounce the past and let go of all that
has clogged up their lives, making them stuck in many
ways. All who read this will be able to relate.
Aquarius
20 Jan-18 feb
What was once a complex operation is now being partially
freed up, so that you are able to make inroads where
before it seemed impossible. No need to push matters.
The situation will develop nicely by itself. Calm down and
get on with the important work you were always meant to
do. Interesting work and finance will be offered to you,
so take up this opportunity.
gemini 21 May-20 Jun
Making a break of it, while you have the chance to do so,
is a very good idea. This opportunity will not be there
in five months’ time, so there is no good moaning
that you have let this situation go. A firm grip of life to
catapult you into the next venture is what is needed to
reaffirm what is so necessary in your life.
Leo 23 Jul-22 Aug
By being vocal you will not get the job done. What needs to
happen is a totally new outlook on life and to see where
you are best placed. That opening, which you thought
was dead and buried, will be there for you. Out of the
blue a new more advanced proposition is placed before
you. It will help to change your life forever.
Cancer 21 Jun-22 Jul
To be at peace is to sort out what is so wrong with your
life now. Until you make the move to self-fulfilment
nothing can be done to help you. You have to start
addressing your needs now and make the relative changes
to accommodate these needs. Spread you net further afield.
The pot of gold or satisfaction is there and not around the corner.
Pisces
19 feb-20 Mar
To step off the edge into a cloud of wisdom and notoriety
is what you have been trained for all this time. enjoy
everything that is given to you. It is well meant and will
secure your future for life. To be seen as one who can
command a position of excellence will seem natural to
you. Just be yourself and allow others to see that too.
Virgo
23 Aug-22 Sep
A waiting game seems to be the pattern that is going on
in your life just now. It is frustrating and necessary, as
components need to be put into place first to effectively
allow you to move on. Once the green light has come
in, which it will, then it will be all hands on deck to bring
forth your hearts desires. All is appreciated then.
Taurus
20 Apr-20 May
Monumental changes will see you upset and restless. It’s
a good thing, as it is the freeing up from the past, so that
the new can come in. A breath of fresh air, you can
begin to see how it will all pan out in your favour and
all will benefit under the new system. It is needed to give
you peace of mind you deserve.
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PlEAsE TEll us A liTTlE ABOuT YOuR BAcKgROuND?I left school in 1974 and entered Lloyds Of London as a trainee underwriter. After a few years I realised that The City was not fulfilling my creative urges. I tried some home study design courses, and then had my first real breakthrough when my mother, Josie, who had always been an entrepreneurial figure, came home one evening and casually announced that she had agreed to purchase the local wallpaper shop as the owner was retiring! This was around the time that companies such as Sanderson, Laura Ashley and others were transforming the interior decorating market, and combining fabric design with their established wallpapers. Suddenly there was an explosion of talent. Tricia Guild, Osborne and little, Nina Campbell to name but a few were on everyone’s lips. The Kings Road and Sloane Street were the “in” places to visit.
HOW DiD lOuis BARON cOME ABOuT/WHAT BROugHT YOu TO cHislEHuRsT?Louis Baron was a natural progression from the original wallpaper shop. We moved from Petts Wood to Chislehurst in 1979, and then spent around a year refurbishing the showroom together with the new soft furnishing workrooms on the first and second floors.
WHAT’s THE BusiNEss liKE TODAY?The business today like everything else has had to move with the times. In the early days we were predominantly a Colefax and Fowler outlet, selling the english Country House look. Nowadays furnishings have become less fussy and more streamlined with colours to a degree more masculine. Maybe today’s man has more input than he had three decades ago!
WHO ARE YOuR cliENTs & ARE THEY FAiRlY lOcAl?They are many and varied. On the domestic front we have maintained many of our original clients. What were in the early days, their children, are now clients in their own right. Of course many move away, however, in some cases we have followed them as far as Hampshire, Dorset, Surrey and Sussex as well as Central London. On the commercial front, we have
This month, Scene catches up with barry woodley
worked on Hotels, Spas, Offices, and I recall furnishing a barrister’s Chambers in The Temple.
TEll us ABOuT YOuR TEAM? Josie, our founder, together with me, head the firm. We have a dedicated soft furnishing department, and are backed up by a team of skilled trades people accumulated over many years.
WHERE DO YOuR iDEAs AND iNsPiRATiON cOME FROM?Wherever I go, I study colour, texture and form. Be it in the UK or abroad, I am always interested in a different perspective, and even though I’ve been in this industry for over 30 years am always open to a change in my own outlook. Over the past couple of decades I have drawn inspiration from true Oriental design, which is remarkably simple, and from several trips to Venice which is always a revelation. My passion has always been curtain design, and my appetite stemmed from early collaboration with the late Roger Banks-Pye, who designed the original Louis Baron showroom in 1982 for Colefax and Fowler. He was a true gentleman, who despite his immense talent was a very good listener. Such qualities are rarely found among those with such talent. WHAT’s iN sTORE FOR lOuis BARON iN THE NExT 12 MONTHs?I would like to develop a successful “Capsule” range of bespoke furniture and introduce it into the showroom as an alternative to our standard ranges. This would promote english made furniture, which would sit alongside our many imported pieces. I should also like to invest more time in our showroom and turn it into a place where people can visit and be inspired. WHAT’s THE sEcRET TO YOuR succEss?
I would feel uncomfortable answering that one. It’s not for me to measure our success. We are only successful if our clients are truly happy with the service they receive. Therefore only they can answer this. We have been around for some time though, and I guess provided we carry on improving then we may be lucky enough to be here for years to come.
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Louis Baron 55 High Street Chislehurst Kent BR7 5AF 020 8467 1234 www.louisbaron.co.uk [email protected]
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