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EDITORIAL

Venus, Aphrodite and Ishtar were known as goddesses of love, pulchritude and fertility in Roman, Greek, Assyrian and Babylonian mythology.

This month many people will be celebrating the love of Mothering Sunday and International Women’s Days. However, Mothering Sunday is now essentially known as Mothers Day even though both dates were traditionally different. Mothers Day is celebrated all over the world on different dates. The ancient Greeks dedicated a festival to Cybele as she was believed to be the mother of the gods. Cybele was a Phrygian goddess in ancient Anatolia (modern day Turkey) mythology whose worship spread to ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. Another school of thought is that the Romans dedicated a holiday to the goddess Judo, the holiday was known as Matronalia or Matronales Feriae to celebrate motherhood and women.

Women have played a signi cant part in history to modern day civilisation. Cleopatra was the Queen of Egypt and the last Pharaoh of the Ptolemaic dynasty. Joan of Arc, Florence Nightingale and Queen Victoria have all played an important part in cultural history. Other signi cant women are Mother Teresa who helped the poor, sick and orphaned; she is an icon to many people even today. Another is Benazir Bhutto who was the rst Muslim woman in history to rule an elected state. Modern day women like Oprah Winfrey, J.K Rowling and Victoria Beckham are icons in their own right too.

The 21st-century career woman is highly educated with an ambitious drive, re ects a very different image than her female predecessors. A recent survey by a women’s glossy imparted that a massive 80 per cent of modern women, in an ideal world, would give up work on having children. However, 68 per cent felt that it was acceptable for mothers to work full-time. These women dream to run their own business one day and love to spend, fty four per cent are in debt and the average woman owns twenty-four pairs of shoes!

The life of a woman has changed greatly over the past century and will continue to progress for years to come. With access to further education, women are able to venture into new elds and exceed in new careers and by doing so are changing the role they play in society. Let’s celebrate together International Women’s Day and Mothers Day this month by saying thank you to all mums for their love, kindness and support.

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Editor s Letter

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Welcome to our Venus issue – dedicated to all our female readers. This month we have a whole host of articles and features for you to enjoy as we celebrate International Women’s Day and Mothers Day, let’s hope the weather cheers up too! Hope you’ve all been enjoying reading the revamped Suburb Magazine. Please bear with us whilst we complete the nishing touches to our website – it will be launching soon.

I caught up with the ever so lovely Anjum, the face of BBCs Indian Food Made Easy and discussed her TV role and new book. As a special treat we have 5 free copies of Anjum’s new book to give away, turn to page 12 for more details. We head for Canada’s capital of cool Ottawa and check out what the city has to offer from the Rideau Canal to the bustling ByWard Market. Our resident beauty queen Cassie, sniffs out the best scents hitting the beauty counters and has the dif cult job of trying and testing all those balms and oils!

As a real treat this month we have some fantastic competitions for you, we have teamed up with fashionista’s at London Fashion Weekend to give away two very, very lucky readers each a pair of tickets to the hottest fashion event of the year! For more information go to page 24. Also, this month Kali Theatre visits the West Yorkshire Playhouse with their witty and satirical play – Another Paradise. We have two pairs of tickets for the show on Thursday 19 March, so get emailing us on competition@thesuburbmagazine.co.uk to be in for a chance to win. I hope you enjoy reading and browsing. See you next month! Assif, Editor.

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contents

10 ANJUM ANAND

Meet the Original Spice Girl

– Anjum Anand

23 FASHION

The hottest colour hitting the

catwalks this spring – the

futures red and pink.

32 FEAATURE

21st Century Woman

45 FEATURE

Land of Broken Promises

Assif, Editor.

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contents7 MOTORING

Battle of the sexes - who’s

side are you on

17 FOOD

Welcome to our inaugural

eating out guide to

Yorkshire

30 SUBURBIA

Your guide to what’s

happening in the shire and

tickets to Another Paradise

and BIFF

14 TECHNOLOGIC

Cool gadgets hitting the

shops

27 BUSINESS

Lisa gives us the low down

to help stop put a crunch to

your nances

37 BBEAAUTTY

Cassie’s been snif ng the

best scents for mother’s

day

47 INTERNATIONAL

We head west to the

cultural capital of

Canada – Ottawa

42 INTERIORS

Fancy a peaceful slumber;

check out our boudoir chic

theme for inspiration

50 FINAL SUBLURB

Thomas Craig talks about

his new role in Murdoch

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MOTORING

JEEPSThere are very few things that tip the sexy scale more than a girl in a jeep. Whether a soft-top Land Rover Defender or just a cheap and cheerful Jeep Wrangler. Nothing says ‘low maintenance’ and fun like a girl that doesn’t mind jumping out of these military-grade trucks in the rain and tinkering with the pipes and straps to put her top back up. Plus, driving these adventurous tricksters means effortless “oops, i’m sorry” mussed hair and a tan you just can’t fake.

Battle of the Sexes On WheelsALEX SHAPIRO, TAKES A WALK ON THE WHEELED SIDE OF THE GENDER DIVIDE.

What exactly is the point of making sure you look your best in the morning when you’re driving a VW Golf? Why wear a cool shirt? Or get a haircut, when you’re behind the wheel of a burlap bag on wheels? Cars can make people think you’re interesting, thoughtful, stylish, brash or insane. The right car can mean the difference between ending up in the friend zone or programming the sat nav from an unfamiliar part of town tomorrow morning. If your car’s hurting your irt, slide into some of these four-wheeled aphrodisiacs:

FORD CAPRIExpensive SUV says ‘school run mum’. Luxury saloon says ‘boring’. Classic piece of British muscle car history screams ‘wild.’ In fact, there’s there are few sexier rides for a gal about town than a growling, tire screeching retro beast like the Ford Capri. The Capri was the rst and best sporty Ford. Designed to be simple and fast – a no nonsense, take-no-crap answer to American Fords like the Mustang – the Capri is down and dirty sexy. Collector demand for Capris is heating up and because they were a boy racer favourite in their heyday, an unmolested Ford Capri is hard to come by. Of course, that just makes any resourceful singleton who drives one that much sexier.

MINIEstate agents ruined the new Mini. There’s too many of them and you’re no sexier piloting this warmed over nostalgia piece than commuting in Renault. The original is still the best and any girl peeking over the Mini’s classic lines is as cool as 60s miniskirts. It’s simple and indestructible, up for anything. Likes to get dirty but cleans up nice. What’s even hotter, the original Mini can be had, restored, for under £10,000 – making it cheap enough to buy a few and re-enact scenes from the Italian Job with your friends.

THE ROCK STAR CHICK

tomorrow morning. If your car’s hurting your irt, slide into some of these four-wheeledaphrodisiacs:

FORD CAPRIExpensive SUV says ‘school run mum’. Luxury saloon says ‘boring’. Classic piece

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PAGANI ZONDAThere’s more responsible ways to spend £285,000. There’s no shortage of more-reasonable motors you could buy with the money. Lamborghinis, Ferraris, even a Bristol can all be had for about the same amount and they’re all easier to parallel park. It’s this reckless abandon of all rational thought that makes the Pagani Zonda such a monster. So decadent. So irresponsible. And always unruly. If you bolted wheels onto sex, it’d look like the Zonda.

MERCEDES-BENZ CL63 AMGAt just over £100,000 the new Mercedes-Benz CL 63 AMG is over ve-hundred horses-worth of civility and re nement – with a dark side. Unlike most AMG cars, the body of this coupe was designed speci cally for the exclusive, extra sporty AMG designation. Like a tailored suit, this Merc is seamless, timeless and understated. Unlike any suit, however, the 63 will reach 62 miles per hour in less than ve seconds, quick enough to mash the back of your head rmly into the plush, contoured headrests.

THE WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING

THE BAD BOY THE WILD MAN

THE ARTIST

TVR SAGARISYes, I’ve said it before. For ultimate bad boy sexiness, the TVR Sagaris is an abrasive, mean looking sports car. This snarling, burbling road rager vibrates like a broken clothes dryer at red lights and screeches to speed on the motorway. Don’t expect to have long, meaningful conversations on the road because the Harley Davidson-like exhaust drowns out any civility with a primordial roar. The TVR is famous for breakdowns and styled to be mean – all for about £50,000.

BUGATTI VEYRON A man who drives a Bugatti is a man obsessed with treating himself to the very nest things life has to offer. Costing a cool, one million pounds, the Bugatti isn’t sexy because it’s expensive or because it’s got more horsepower than any other road car in the world. It’s not sexy because it’s engineered to be the most advanced sportscar on earth and its sexiness isn’t even due to the Italian racing heritage of the Bugatti name. The Veyron is sexy because it weaves the nest materials on the planet into a piece of very-quickly moving road sculpture. The Veyron is sexiness itself and, inevitably, the sexiness rubs off on any guy that drives one.

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anjum anand

AnjumSpice GirlON A MISSION TO PROVE

INDIAN FOOD IS GOOD AND HEALTHY FOR YOU,

ANJUM ANAND IS THE FACE OF BBC’S INDIAN FOOD MADE EASY, SHE MIXES THE RAITA WITH

OUR ASSIF MAJID.

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anjum anand

Celebrity chef and food writer Anjum was born in London and spent her childhood in Geneva, Switzerland. Her academic days were spent studying European Business in Paris and Madrid. However, she found her forte in Indian cuisine and gave up her day job running an import business to start a successful career in food. She was fortunate enough to experience working for innovative hotels and restaurants such as Café Spice in New York, Park Royal Hotel in New Delhi and the Mondrian Hotel in Los Angeles under the supervision of Tommy Tang. Her BBC series Indian Food Made Easy was such a success that a 6-part second series was broadcast last November, accompanied by her best-selling second book – New Indian. We catch up with the beautiful yet humble and down to earth Anjum after a hard day in the kitchen; she explains how her day has own by and is looking forward to our interview. We start by asking her…

DID YOU ALWAYS HAVE ASPIRATIONS TO BE A CHEF?No, I had aspirations to be self employed, be in the business world and have a business degree to that effect. When I started to get into the eld I realised after a few years that it wasn’t for me. I loved cooking and did a lot for myself, one thing led to another and I decided I didn’t like what I was doing and the opportunity arose whilst I was living at home with my parents. At the time I didn’t have children or a mortgage so my parents were happy for me to try it.

WHAT IS YOUR STAR SIGN? I am a Virgo.

DO YOU FEEL YOUR PERSONALITY FITS WITH YOUR PERCEIVED TRAITS OF YOUR STAR SIGN?Not really, no. The only thing that is possibly true is that I am quite a perfectionist and quite self critical. I’m not very organised or meticulous with my home, whereas Virgos like everything to be perfect. Whereas in my home it’s organised chaos, so I am de nitely not like a Virgo in that regards.

WHAT WAS IT LIKE GROWING UP IN SWITZERLAND?It was fantastic. The lifestyle is very outdoorsy. We spent summers playing in the garden and the winters skiing. On the weekends we’d get into the car and go to some part of Europe. We’d go to France one weekend or Italy and Germany. We didn’t really watch much TV or play

computer games; it was a very healthy and wholesome life.

DID IT HAVE AN INFLUENCE ON YOUR COOKING?All my experiences and everywhere I have lived I feel have had an in uence on my cooking. Not speci cally Switzerland. I had many Italian friends so they probably had a big impact. If we were cooking I would put my own twist on it. My main in uence is de nitely India.

HOW DID YOUR TV ROLE COME ABOUT WITH THE BBC?The BBC was looking for a face for Indian cooking and they knew they wanted someone who was female and a non-restaurant chef. They contacted female food writers, we had a meeting and it went from there really.

WHICH FACTORS DO YOU ATTRIBUTE TO YOUR SUCCESS?Hardworking, determination, luck and passion – I love what I do. There are a lot of passionate people out there so I think I’ve been very lucky indeed.

WHICH OTHER TV CHEFS HAVE INSPIRED YOU OR INSPIRE YOU NOW?I think Jamie [Oliver] is great as he is into his home cooking using fresh home grown vegetables, which I love. I was only really in uenced by home cooks who I learnt from. When I was learning to cook, there weren’t all these TV chefs that there are now, apart from Delia I guess. I think it’s great.

Q & A

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ARE YOU GETTING RECOGNISED IN THE STREET NOW?Sometimes, not always, I remember the rst time was when I was shopping for my daughter and a lady shouted my name. I started thinking where do I know you from and she said ‘You don’t know me, I watched your TV show last night and it was great.’ People build a relationship with you which is great and it shows people are watching your show.

YOU ALWAYS LOOK VERY CHIC, VIBRANT AND POLISHED ON SCREEN – WHAT’S YOUR STYLE SECRET?I have a really good makeup artist with me at all times! That’s my fashion tip for looking good. I hate

shopping and only really shop when I’m on holiday. I like classic looking clothes that will last me for years; I’m not really into all this fast fashion.

WHAT WAS IT LIKE WORKING FOR THE MONDRIAN IN LA?It was fantastic, I worked in the kitchen with many Mexicans and a lot of the staff were aspiring actors and actresses who were very lively, dramatic, fun and theatrical. It was such a great experience.

WHICH KITCHEN GADGETS WOULD YOU BE LOST WITHOUT?I’d be lost without my micro-plain grater, hand blender, pestle and mortar and my spice grinder. Not that I’m high maintenance at all (laughs)

HAVE YOU ANY PLANS TO CREATE YOUR OWN KITCHENWARE RANGE?I have no immediate plans; there is de nitely a market for it. Currently there isn’t much

out there unless you are a caterer or if you travel to the out of town Asian shops. Most of the stuff is large as is for restaurants and caterers. I would like to see smaller pots and pans that can help me prepare and make Indian food at home. So watch this space!

WHERE DO YOU GO ON HOLIDAY?Everywhere! I love New York and LA. I do loads of London and India trips but I don’t really count India as a holiday anymore.

HAVE YOU HAD THE CHANCE TO HAVE MUCH SOUTH ASIAN FOOD IN YORKSHIRE?I ate at the Aagrah restaurant when I was in Bradford which was really nice and the chef is really talented. He was really sweet too.

anjum anand

I’D BE LOST WITHOUT MY MICRO-PLAIN GRATER, HAND BLENDER, PESTLE AND MORTAR AND MY SPICE GRINDER.

We have 5 copies of Anjums book – New Indian to give away. To be in a chance to win, email your name and contact number to competition@thesuburbmagazine.co.uk by midnight Friday 20 March. Anjum’s New Indian is published by Quadrille, available in Hardback, £20

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TECHNOLOGic

With a unique touch screen and cutting edge multi-media capabilities, the Blackberry Storm Smartphone makes a great impression as you travel across town or to almost any corner of the world.

The Storm is the rst touch screen phone from Blackberry and features the

excellent push email service.With a built-in speakerphone and an integrated earpiece/microphone, you’ll have no problem hearing the person on the other line perfectly.

The product also has a 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and a bright ash, an MP3 Player and 1 GB of internal memory, HDSPA

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The high resolution 480 x 360 pixel colour display screen allows for perfect, crystal clear images, the storm is de nitely a must-have accessory for all you modern workaholics.

Brimming with breakthrough technology, this ultra-sleek inkless portable printer is brought to you by Polaroid, and it’s just as idiot proof as the photo spewing cameras you played with back in the day!

All you do is send your pictures to the PoGo wirelessly via Bluetooth or with a USB lead and watch in awe as this smart gizmo churns out a quality image on a 2”x3” slice of sticky back photo paper in under 60 seconds. In a word, wow!

The PoGo uses miraculous heat-activated Zink paper – which means no ink cartridges are required.What’s more, the prints are smudge-proof, water and fade-resistant and tear proof. The PoGo is de nitely one of the most entertaining, not to mention practical peripherals you’ll ever put in your pocket.

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Bluetooth 2.0 support for accessories such as wireless stereo headsets and hands-free car kits

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The pink Nokia 3500 Classic comes with a built in FM Stereo radio, a 2.0 megapixel camera, GPRS data connectivity and room to store details of up to 2,000 contacts, all in a compact handset weighing just 80g. The expandable memory option allows you to store songs, photos and videos directly to the handset.

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Enjoy exible messaging options including push-to-talk and audio messaging. Bene t from easy connectivity with Bluetooth and a mini-USB port to connect to a PC. Choose from four great eye-catching colours, each one with contrasting split-line colouring on the key mat, making the phone even easier on the eye.

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THE ITAL RESTAURANT626 Bolton Road, Bradford BD3 0ND, 01274 626 254 italrestaurant.co.uk

Thinking Italian? Think Ital. Bradford’s nest Italian restaurant – according to its customers – is one of the most popular eating places in the Bradford area. With great food, a pleasant atmosphere and attentive staff – the Ital is the place to be.

PRIMO RESTAURANTEWest Point, 29 Wellington Street, Leeds, LS1 4JY 0113 244 8443 primo-ristorante.co.uk

Primo could be your choice of authentic Italian dining experience. Set in a contemporary, elegant atmosphere; tantalize your taste buds with Primo’s freshly prepared dishes. If that’s not enough to entice

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La Besi is the place to have the perfect Italian meal, with an intimate friendly atmosphere. The restaurant

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is run by a Sicilian family wanting to open a thriving Italian restaurant. They manage to achieve this with a variety of starters – choose from pizzas starting at £5.95 or a bowl of pasta at just £6.50.

THE OLIVE PRESS Canal Wharf, Water Lane Leeds City Centre, LS11 5PS 0871 9624366heathcotes.co.uk/olivepress

Leeds’ The Olive Press is set on the banks of the canal, a peaceful and tranquil location in Granary Wharf yet just a stone’s throw away from the bustle of the city centre. With stone baked pizzas, pasta and risotto and a variety of salads, the menu caters for everyone – including kids. The “Little Olives” menu provides a range of healthy, appealing dishes to suit every little taste bud. Ideal for a quick lunch, a pizza with friends or visiting with the kids on a Sunday, make sure you visit The Olive Press for that true taste of Italy, at affordable prices. Open Mon – Sun daily.

HARRY RAMSDEN’SWhite Cross, Guiseley, Leeds LS20 8LZ, 01943 874641harryramsdens.co.uk

The world’s most famous chip shop and rooted in Yorkshire, serving only the best sh and chips in elegant surroundings. You can also expect other British classics like bangers and mash as well as steaks and pies. Open daily from 11.30am to 9.30pm.

MARLOW’S FISH RESTAURANT 391 Street Lane, Leeds, LS17 6HQ, 0113 2694981

Expect the freshest sh and chips without the grease in this modern comfy restaurant located in sophisticated Moortown. Sit in or order over the counter. They also have plenty of vegetarian options. A rm favourite with locals and city dwellers alike.

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The Olive Press

YOUR TABLE AWAITS YOU IN YORKSHIRE’S FINEST EATERIES

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food guide

BRYANS9 Weetwood LaneHeadingley Leeds, LS16 5LT 0113 2785679bryans shrestaurant.co.uk

A Yorkshire institution, if you haven’t tried Bryans then you are de nitely missing out, voted as one of Britain’s best chippies. If you prefer your sh on a plate rather than wrapped up, then the adjoining restaurant is the place for you. A bit on the pricey side but well worth every penny and located in the popular district of Headingley.

BRETTS FISH RESTAURANT AND TAKEAWAY12-14 North Lane, HeadinglyLeeds, LS6 3HE0113 2323344

Another rm favourite, this time with cricketing fans and media professionals. Bretts offers traditional quality in a 1930s styled restaurant with its oak panels and also boasts an outdoor garden. Signature dish is the Icelandic haddock with chips from Lincolnshire Maris Piper potatoes. Bretts Takeaway is located next door and is open daily from 11.30 am to 10.00 pm, except for Monday and Tuesday lunchtimes.

WETHERBY WHALER32 Lowtown, Pudsey, Leeds LS28 7AA, 0113 2551396

Serving sh and chips for over 36 years to the Yorkshire region, Whalers has expanded to four restaurants. Throughout the years, the aim of the Wetherby Whaler, whether located in Wake eld, York, Pudsey or Wetherby, is to serve its customers with the nest tasting sh and chips in Yorkshire.

FISH & CHIPS VEGETARIAN

SEAFOOD

THE VEGGIE32 Leeds Road, Ilkley, LS29 8DS, 01943 600245myspace.com/greenandbous eld

Formally known as the Green & Bous eld, this café serves tasty organic vegetarian food and is independently owned. Customers may eat inside or outside or opt to take away. They also offer freshly extracted fruit and vegetable juices.

HANSA72-74 North Street, Leeds LS2 7PN, 0113 2444408 hansasrestaurant.com

Hansa’s has been at the forefront of bringing Gujarati vegetarian cuisine with a hint of East Africa to Yorkshire. Starters begin at £3.7; the Kachori – a savoury daal and pea mixture wrapped in pastry is to die for. Mains are priced from £5.75 and include

the delicious Bhagat Muthiya, a spiced curry of chickpea koftas and potatoes.

ROOTS & FRUITS 10-11 Grand Arcade, Leeds LS1 6PG, 0113 242 8313 rootsandfruits.net

A hidden gem in Leeds, serving the best all day veggie breakfast in town and it’s only a stones throw-away from the Leeds Grande Theatre. Try the goats cheese fritters with onion marmalade or the spinach and ratatouille moussaka. They also serve a ne selection of teas if you only fancy a cuppa.

SOUTH SQUARE CENTRE CAFÉ South Square, Thornton Bradford, BD13 3LD01274 834 747

southsquarecentre.co.ukHidden away in the quaint district of Thornton, the

South Square is a visual arts resource centre based within a Grade II listed building in Thornton, Bradford. It is home to South Square Gallery, a contemporary art gallery with an exciting programme of exhibitions. The square also incorporates a community space, artists’ studios, a ne art framer and exhibition spaces for local artists. The café serves lovely vegetarian and vegan foods and is reasonably priced. Always busy and very welcoming, the café is also open for exhibition previews too. Open Tue – Sun, 12-3pm.

RELISHOld Oxford House, Albert Street, Hebden BridgeHX7 8AH, 01422 843587relishhebden.co.uk

One of the Top 5 Best UK Restaurants in Vegetarian Food, as voted by the Vegetarian Society Awards 2008. Relish serves a delicious fusion of avours from near and far, freshly cooked in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Gluten and dairy free options available, we like the ginger and chocolate crumble pot with coconut booja booja ice cream. Yum!

LIVE BAIT11 - 15 Wharf Street, Shears Yard, the Calls, Leeds LS2 7EH, 0113 2444 144 livebaitrestaurants.co.uk

Livebait provides an intimate setting for sampling the best sh and shell sh on offer in Leeds. Whether you want to tuck into a hearty sh pie or relax on the terrace

with oysters, Livebait has something for all seasons. The restaurant boasts a menu of the freshest, most exciting sh dishes and seasonal produce from the Yorkshire Coast.

MURGATROYDS Harrogate Road, Yeadon Leeds, LS19 7BN0113 250 0010murgatroyds.co.uk

Traditional seafood is available here at Murgatroyds, from Haddock llets and Cod Specials to homemade seafood pies to hot and spicy breaded chicken. There’s sure to be something at the restaurant that will satisfy the taste buds, whatever dish you prefer. The restaurant even offers a menu speci cally for the kids.

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BLACKHOUSE & RESTAURANT BAR31-33 East Parade, Leeds LS1 5PS, 0113 246 0669blackhouse.uk.com

Blackhouse Restaurant is synonymous with excellent, friendly service and the highest standard of quality in all of their ingredients. Blackhouse also aim to source responsibly both on land and at sea, seeking out suppliers who use traditional sustainable and natural methods of husbandry to provide the best and freshest produce available.

LOCH FYNE RESTAURANTThe Old Post Of ce, City Square, Leeds, LS1 2ES, 0113 3917550lochfyne.com

Loch Fyne Restaurants were one of the rst businesses to place an emphasis on sourcing sustainable seafood for their restaurants. Their extensive A La Carte menu features dishes to suit all tastes and needs. With various special offers and promotions, the restaurant provides perfect meals at reasonable prices.

YO!SUSHI 107-111 Briggate, LeedsLS1 6AZ, 0113 245 0612yosushi.com

YO!Sushi provides over 100 delicious, healthy Japanese inspired dishes. Enjoy a friendly meal deal at £7.50 and their popular Blue Mondays Plates Promotion is also back. And if you’ve never been to YO!Sushi before, don’t worry, they cater for you

also, whether you love meat, sh or vegetables. The menu re ects a broader appeal with simpler dishes for YO! Virgins, to the more exotic items such as Ikura Gunkan and Hamachi (yellow tail) sashimi for YO! Lovers. YO! Sushi’s appeal ranges from workers wanting a healthy, tasty business lunch and to parents introducing their kids to an eating environment. Open from Mon – Sun daily.

ORIENTAL

THAI EDGEThai 7 Calverly Street, Leeds City Centre, LS1 3DA0871 811 5112 thaiedge.co.uk

Thai Edge’s award-winning chefs treat their customers to exemplary culinary evenings

– whether you prefer subtle sophisticated avours or spicy hot preparations. Thai Edge’s menu has an extensive choice of 145 dishes for a complete Thai culinary experience. With traditional Thai desserts also on offer – the restaurants are de nitely one of their kind.

WASABI TEPPANYAKI JapaneseGranary Wharf, Dark Neville Street, Leeds City Centre, LS1 4BR, 0871 811 5102 wasabiteppanyaki.co.uk

Wasabi is bright, lively and a family friendly restaurant. Offering high quality food

standards, presentation and service, dine at the teppan-yaki table where your food is cooked in front of you. Providing different varieties of Sahsimi, Sushi and a broad range of noodle dishes along with vegetarian options, Wasabi caters for everyone.

Yo! Sushi!

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CAFÉ GURU 6 Brewery Place, LeedsLS10 1NE, 0113 244 2255 cafeguru.co.uk

Chic, contemporary and cosmopolitan – Café Guru de nitely does Indian differently. They provide culinary sensations that excite – whether you’re a curry lover or not. With a variety of mouth watering dishes to decide from – pick the Spiced Prawn Puree or the Chilled Yoghurt and Dill Cucumber Soup for a starter, then move onto a main dish of Tikka Masala or some tasty Pistachio Massala, choosing whether you want it to be mild or hot. With side dishes priced at £4.90, Café Guru is the perfect choice for a stylish evening. Open from Mon – Sun: 6-12pm.

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SUKHOTHAI 8 Regent Street, Chapel Allerton, Leeds, LS7 4PE 0113 237 0141thaifood4u.co.uk

Established in 2002, in the heart of Chapel Allerton village, Sukhothai have since continued to provide an authentic Thai experience, combining genuine Thai food

with comfortable

surroundings. Whether you’re new to Thai food or an experienced Thai lover – the Sukhothai menu will be sure to have the right dish for you. Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine in a relaxing and modern environment to guarantee a truly memorable experience. With all meals cooked

according to the customers’ preferred taste, Thai food is unique at Sukhothai. Open daily from Mon – Sun, including lunch time.

YO YO RESTAURANT Japanese, Thai and ChineseRosse Street, Off Saltaire Road, Shipley, BD18 3SW, 01274 599 880 yoyocafebarandrestaurant.com

Yo Yo is the perfect Pan-Asian restaurant to get your x of unique Japanese, Chinese and Thai food. The menu ranges from Sushi, Tempura and Dim Sum to Seabass, Noodles and Thai curries. With vegetarian dishes also available, the Yo Yo’s menu is sure to please any customer. They also offer

a special meal speci cally on Mothers’ Day next month – enjoy a three course meal inclusive of a drink of your choice at £18.95 per head.

THE ROYAL EASTERNChineseBrighouse Rd, Queensbury Bradford, BD13 1QD, 01274 818766, 01274 818808 royaleastern.co.uk

The Royal Eastern caters for all your needs whether it is for an intimate dinner or a special event. With a variety of menus – choose from chicken, vegetarian and seafood dishes, The Royal Eastern provides tasty food all prepared by their head chef who has worked in many prestigious restaurants across the world.

Café Guru

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AKBAR’S BALTI RESTAURANT1272-1278 Leeds Rd Bradford, BD3 8LF 01274 770272, 01274 773311akbars.co.uk

Bradford’s popular Indian restaurant Akbar’s provides consistent dishes and each restaurant has its own themed design, providing a contemporary atmosphere and aura. With dishes at reasonable prices and made with the very best ne ingredients, every dish on the menu is prepared on the premises by skilled chefs to guarantee authentic cuisine.

MUMTAZ386-396 Great Horton Rd Bradford, BD7 3HS01274 522533, 01274 571861mumtaz.co.uk

For decades Mumtaz Restaurant has aspired to make its name synonymous with style, luxury and the ner things in life. The restaurant has catered for the rich and famous. Mumtaz Restaurant offers a true experience of high-class dining, steeped in the unique art of Kashmiri cooking.

THE INN-DIAN RESTAURANTThe Spotted House 22 Keighley Road, Bradford BD8 7AT, 01274 483 333 theinn-dian.co.uk

This smart new restaurant offers delicious food, beautiful surroundings and great services. The restaurant creates any dish of your choice – allowing experimentation by combining

ingredients of your choice. With tasty starters at great prices and equally enticing Vegetarian dishes, make The Inn-Dian your rst choice.

DARBAR16-17 Kirkgate Leeds City Centre, LS1 6BY 0113 246 0381 darbar.co.uk

Darbar Restaurant has been running for 18 years and aims to provide the best food in comfortable surroundings and a relaxed atmosphere. With an assortment of Tandoori, meat and chicken dishes and Vegetarian meals, all at very good prices, Darbar certainly provides quality food and service in Leeds and lives up to its original aim.

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Dhesi Grill has something special; originality. It’s one of few places in our region where the

food is fresh, healthy and delicious. With a menu boasting everything from seafood and vegetablesto salads and meats, Dhesi Grill really does have

something to offer everyone.

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Bradford29 Lilycroft Road 01274 786550

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Then why not get the look straight off the catwalk! Be bold and adventurous and

venture out in this season’s hottest colours – Pink and Red. Why not be the lady

in red in one of the hot dresses that are a must this Spring? Or try some classy

killer heels in peachy pink and racy red and then why

not nish off the look with an accessory of

your choice? Stand out with the

perfect clutch bag or even – if you’re brave

enough, nish off the out t with some

snazzy, bright pink tights. Go on – think

pink!

You’ll de nitely dazzle the crowd with the

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With only a few weeks to go London Fashion Weekend promises to be the biggest and best ever to date. Taking place between 4 – 8 March at the Natural History Museum, London.

Last season saw high pro le designers such as Luella, Matthew Williamson and Graeme Black host the event. TV presenter, magazine writer, stylist and model, Louise Roe will be this season’s catwalk presenter. Listed on Style.com’s ‘Top 10 Most Stylish People’.

Tickets to London Fashion Weekend are on sale from londonfashionweekend.co.uk and range from £10 basic entry ticket to £75 Platinum Club Lounge Tickets. For more info and details of each ticket, please visit the website.

We have teamed up with London Fashion Weekend to offer two lucky winners a pair of tickets to this fashion extravaganza!

For your chance to win this fantastic fashion prize, please answer the following question: Where will London Fashion Weekend be held this year?

Email your answers to competition@thesuburbmagazine.co.uk or write to us by midnight Wednesday, March 3.

COMPETITION

ACNE STRAPLESS RUFFLE DRESS, £490brownsfashion.com

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD ANGLOMANIA PEACH LADY DRAGON SHOES, £76my-wardrobe.com

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MARC BY MARC JACOBS RED, £258matchesfashion.com

RED OR DEAD DOY HANDBAG, £32 Stockists: 01617 643322

LONDON FASHION WEEKEND TICKETS UP FOR GRABS!

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Forget last year: it was a shocker for most of us, but it’s gone and now you can start to do something about it

Lisa Bohanna - Yorkshire Money Advice Ltd

Its time to tighten up on your Finance

Its time for a spring clean and make sure your nances are pointing in the right direction, whatever your age.Here are a few ideas on how to do it: some will be news to you and some will be oldies. Perhaps you should aim at doing one a month?

CONTROL AND REDUCE A string of rate cuts late last year has set up some of the best times to chop into the mortgage. Remember, the lower the borrowing, the lower the interest bill. Any extra cash you can nd beyond the minimum repayment means it comes off the basic debt, and has to be good for you. Every time you ll up the car with petrol, stick £10 in a tin and think of it as saved petrol costs, and then use it to cut the mortgage.

SIDESTEP LATE FEES Get into the habit of paying bills on time. And that includes the plastic card repayments, because they have a particularly bad habit of sneaking past and leaving you whacked with a £25 late fee.

START A SHARE PORTFOLIO The best returns in the share market generally occur the year after it crashes. The average return for these “rebound years” has been 28 per cent, according to leading Accountants, there are some

bargains to be made in 2009. Remember the maxim to ‘buy low, sell high’. Spread your risk by diversifying with a few stocks and purchase over a few months.

CUT UP THE CREDIT CARD Quelle horreur! Just do it. It will be the hardest thing to do, as credit cards are our security blanket. But it’s really the devil in disguise, and the sooner you take decisive action the better.

LOSE THOSE LUXURIES Consider how much you really need to spend on luxuries such as magazines, boutiques, booze and all those tempting takeaways: how much do you really need them? Take a slice out of your social expenses, even by one night a month. Review your budget for last year and look at what bits of your spending you can move around to see if you can add extra sterling to your mortgage payments.

DARE TO COMPARE Compare prices for various products and services you use regularly. Break from tradition if it means you save money. Every little bit counts.

BUS, TRAIN, WALKWalk, take advantage of public transport or car pool instead of driving or using taxis. You will get tter, lose weight and help the environment.

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TUMMY TIMEDo your grocery shopping on a full stomach, so you don’t buy unnecessary snacks. Write a list beforehand and stick to it, comparing costs for different brands.

STAY ON TRACK Don’t get complacent. Keep checking you’re doing the right thing by your mortgage, at least on an annual basis. Do you know what interest rate you are paying now, for example? Make fortnightly instead of monthly repayments. Which helps quite a bit, for example a £300,000 mortgage, with a 30-year term at 9 per cent a year interest. Fortnightly repayments will reduce your loan period by approximately eight years!

SKIP THE COFFEE A tough call but a coffee a day keeps the repayments away. A takeaway coffee a day may cost around £3.00 - that’s £780 a year. Wow! That would make a big dent in the mortgage. Sometimes we don’t realise that simple, small sacri ces can have such a big impact on our nancial situation.Think Again - Do you really need a mortgage anyway? You might well be better off renting, The most important thing for home buyers and owners is to be clear about their goals and nancial position. This means asking such questions as: can you afford to have a mortgage? Is it the right type for you? How does it t you’re your nancial goals?

COVER THE ASSETS AND YOURSELF! Anyone who is taking out a mortgage, particularly if they have a family, must address their insurance needs. The

sensible approach is to protect the downside, with unemployment rising, job security in 2009 is totally unpredictable even to the most gifted psychic, insure yourself! Have you got - income protection insurance and total and permanent disability cover? And what about whole of life cover, so the mortgage is wiped away if you should suddenly depart? Borrowers may be caught short and unable to ful l their nancial commitments if they are unable to work due to injuries or other adverse circumstances.

THERMOFINANCIAL MELTDOWN The money equivalent of thermonuclear meltdown is what we had this past year. Terrible though it is to think about, this year could be as bad as last. Sorry to upset your New Year reading, but what did someone once say about being wise after the event? It doesn’t work. Fix up your nancial affairs now.

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ARE YOU STRUGGLING TO MANAGE YOUR DEBT?ASK THE SUBURB DEBT DOCTOR FOR A DIAGNOSIS!

Suburb Magazine supports young budding

entrepreneurs in an innovative leadership and

management programme with Khalid Sharif, the creator

of the UK’s rst premium quality halal chocolate to

West Yorkshire in an effort to help Inspire Business

Enterprise within the Bradford district.

Khalid Sharif will be delivering a unique business master class event that aims to identify and inspire Entrepreneurial Development. The Event will provide selected participants aged 16-35 a chance to further develop an existing product and a real life working business model in the form of Ummah Chocolate.

The organisers and stakeholders hope to help develop key skills in these young entrepreneurs, by giving them the opportunity to see their ideas come to life. Usman Manzoor (orgainiser), told The Suburb Magazine, ‘We aim to help the community to turn their ideas into reality, by offering a range of business support services through Bradford Kickstart.’

Co-organiser Faisal Riaz (co-ordinator) is based at Thornbury Youth and Community Centre said, ‘There’s a lot of entrepreneurial talent to be discovered in Bradford, and this event will help highlight just some of that talent.’ This event is also supported by Bradford Kickstart, Ummah Foods, Suburb Magazine, HSBC Amanah, Ecentif Marketing, Amaze Yourself and Digital Life.

The Suburb will keep you updated with developments in this exciting new project.

Please contact Usman Manzoor, Enterprise Hub Co-ordinator at Bradford Chamber Business Park on 01274 660018 for further information.

Project organisers and stakeholders

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We’ve got a pair of festival passes to give away to one lucky winner which permits entry to every lm and screen talk at this year’s BIFF*.Don’t worry, if you’re not our lucky winner you can book tickets for the Festival by calling the Museum Box of ce on 0870 70 10 200 or by visiting bradford lmfestival.org.uk

To be in with a chance of winning this lm-tastic prize answer the following question and send your answer along with your name, address and contact telephone number to: competition@thesuburbmagazine.co.uk

Q: Which venue hosts the Bradford International Film Festival?Closing Date: Tuesday 10 March at 12 noon

We have teamed up with the West Yorkshire Playhouse again to give two lucky readers a pair of tickets to hilarious comedy Another Paradise show on Thursday 19 March at 7.45pm. To be in with a chance to win email: competition@thesuburbmagazine.co.ukClosing Date: Monday 16 March at 12 noon

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BRADFORD INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL A packed 16 days crammed of new releases, vintage classics, memorable tributes and a glittering array of special guests awaits lm fans at the 15th Bradford International Film Festival. The festival is celebrating the backing of two new patrons – Keighley-born, Oscar nominated writer of Slumdog Millionaire Simon Beaufoy and Bond Executive Producer Michael G Wilson OBE. Star guests set to visit Bradford include British screen legend Virginia McKenna CBE, acclaimed documentary maker Peter Whitehead and Terry Jones, writer and co-director of the Monty Python series.

13 – 28 March Tickets: Festival passes – £120, other ticket options available

In a vain attempt at bourgeois credibility, Manchester’s sharp-dressed, sharp-delivering punk poet Lenny changed his name to John Cooper Clarke and embarked on a polysyllabic excursion through Thrillsville. Expect a mix of hilarious anecdotes of life in a Northern town interspersed with machine gun fast delivery of some of his best poems.

14 March, Tickets: £15Box Of ce 01484 430528, or lbt-uk.org

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YOUR SOCIAL DIARY. SORTED!

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TREASURES FROM THE V&A 400 – 1600 ADThe exhibition features glittering treasure, spanning more than 1200 years of European Art and Craftsmanship. Artists created awe inspiring symbols of human wealth, power and religion. Only through twists and turns of history has this collection of unique treasure arrived at the V&A and Shef eld 2009.

January 29 – May 31Tickets: £6, concs £4, kids £1Box Of ce 0114 278 2600, or museums-shef eld.org.uk

MY SIMS: PARTY

Nintendo Wii Use your skills and agility to complete numerous mini games each hosted by a different My Sims character. Choose your dream team carefully so that you can outwit your rivals and stay two steps ahead. Challenge yourself through a variety of obstacles against real people along with fast paced fun.

CHANGELINGStars:Angelina JolieA provocative thriller based on a true story that was brought to life by an amazing director (Clint Eastwood) and actors (Jolie and Malkovich). A missing boy, an impostor, and a mother who know he’s not her son, along with an unlikely ally set the suspenseful tone for this period piece.

ICE CUBEVisitors of all ages are welcome to attend so place a note in your diary and be sure not to miss all the fun at Yorkshire's most popular wintertime attraction. The ever popular open-air ice rink will be open for public skating every day.

Until 13 MarchBox Of ce on 0113 395 0891 or leeds.gov.uk

STONES IN HIS POCKETSBack by popular demand, this classic comedy has won numerous theatre awards. When a major Hollywood lm studio descends on a rural Irish village, the demand for extras from the local community is huge. Irish comedy at its best!

10 & 11 MarchTickets: £14 - £17concs availableBox Of ce 01924 211 311 or wake eldtheatres.co.uk

JAPAN CAR: DESIGNS FOR THE CROWDED GLOBE If you’re enraged by gas guzzling four by fours this Science Museum exhibition is the car show for you. For starters, the car isn’t really the star. It’s a showcase for Japanese design and a greener way of living put together by two pioneering designers – Kenya Hara, Art Director of Muji since 2001 and distinguished Japanese architect Shigeru Ban.

Until 19 April, Tickets: Free, Box Of ce 0870 870 4868 or sciencemuseum.org.uk

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NEW RELEASES

ANOTHER PARADISE Five characters’ work lives and home lives are thrown into chaos when their of cial identities disintegrate in this surprising, satirical comedy about corruption and identity cards. Watch as ground breaking theatre company, Kali, re ects and comments on our lives today.

19 March – 21 March Tickets: £10 & £15 Box Of ce 0113 213 7700or wyplayhouse.com

THE CRADLE SNATCHER By Tess StimsonClaire Elias has it all – the perfect husband and career and she’s about to give birth to twins. But when they arrive, Claire realises that motherhood isn’t what she expected. Desperate to escape back to her boutique ower shops, she hires a nanny – Jenna and soon a deadly rivalry emerges for control of the nursery

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THE MODERN WOMAN HAS SHE SHATTERED THE GLASS CEILING OR IS SHE STILL GAZING UP AT THE SOLES OF THE DOMINANT CREATURES UPSTAIRS?

Society is changing. It’s evolving, developing and diversifying, yet the concept of an ideal type remains. Over recent years women in the workforce have grown in numbers and in power, although, realistically men are still dominant, the position of women is rising. This change could be interpreted as diversity, but is that it’s true nature? Diversity implies that we are tolerant and accepting of all variations of life but the increase of working women seems to have decreased and demeaned the value and status of a housewife. Once upon a time it was proper, respectable and the norm for a woman to stay at home, raise the children and care for the house. Nowadays, a working woman is admirable, aspirational and the norm, causing housewives to be deemed as lazy and unimportant. So what happened?

Something somewhere has changed and whereas before being a housewife was the accepted role of a woman, now, working women are ‘in’. The statue of the Miss Perfect is forever changing and everyone is

expected to copy the transformations or else suffer the consequences of being different, and people don’t like different. Although comparatively we are very accepting of other races, genders and cultures, it doesn’t mean we don’t have ideals built into society’s attitudes. It doesn’t mean that in the privacy of our own minds or homes, people are judged, criticised and condemned based on our unconscious ideal. The government has introduced acts such as the Equal Pay Act and the Sex Discrimination Act to make men and women equal in the work place, but more than thirty years down the line, things may have changed, but haven’t vastly improved. Many women make it to where they want to be and many make it to the top, but at what price? Males seem to be able to get to the top with charm and extra hours, yet women can’t do that and still be taken seriously. To reach the top they need to be hard-nosed, focused and less than friendly. Laws may have changed but attitudes aren’t quite there yet.

Men still dominate in managerial positions and in uential positions such as parliament where only 1 in 5 members are women, leaving most women in seemingly unimportant occupations. The point isn’t to have women take over; it’s about women having real equality of opportunity and fair representation in our society.

At the other end of the scale is a housewife whose work is often misunderstood and underestimated. On top of the million and one domestic tasks they must complete, there is often childcare of young children, which must be carried out simultaneously. And that’s just in the daytime. The evening brings with it a host of other fun activities such as making the dinner, supervising

homework and everybody’s all time favourite – bath time! A housewife’s work is never done and her working hours are long and anti-social, yet her work is seen as insigni cant.

Not only is it seen as inconsequential, it often goes unappreciated and pretty much unnoticed. How many families do you know that sit down at the dinner table for the woman’s annual appraisal?

A rise in single parent families has given women even more hard work. In 2001, over 90 per cent were headed by women. These inspirational people dedicate their lives to materially and emotionally providing for their children with very little help and often very little thanks. Due to a variety of circumstances, they’re doing the job of two people all alone and impressively managing. They’ve stood up and refused to let circumstances beat them. To me these are the truly inspirational women of today.

This piece isn’t about moaning about inequalities and injustice, although hopefully it’s raised some awareness about a not so meritocratic system. In the month of both Mother’s Day and International Women’s Day, this is cheer to all the women of the world.

This month we cheer working women, housewives and single parents. We give it up for every woman, not just those conforming to the norm. We celebrate those incredible women who’ve rejected the world’s way and dedicated their lives to caring for someone else; mothers, foster mothers, charity workers. We accept that although in our society women may possess similar qualities, they are not the same. We are all unique, just like everyone else.

by Rebecca Raine

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ZARA’S BRIDAL MAKEUP TRAINING ACADEMY HITS YORKSHIRE!

Freelance Make-Up and Hair artist Sahida Sardar owns Zara’s Bridal Studio and deals in all aspects of make-up from catwalk, commercial, editorial, fashion and international to bridal hair and make-up. Her career kicked off ve years ago and her business has seen unprecedented growth. She has become very popular and is always in demand from brides who are keen to book her for their “big day”. Sahida has a team of highly trained Make-up artists “dedicated and committed in offering a rst-class service to their clients, with 100 per cent customer satisfaction guaranteed.”

She has recently ventured out, business wise, and has launched a hair

and make-up Training Academy, with the inauguration taking place at the Hilton Hotel, here in Bradford (her home town) on the 2nd March. The classes include six days of intensive make-up training with an “elite” professional guest trainer. On the nal day there will be a professional photoshoot and students also receive a business package of 1,000 business cards. Sahida’s aiming big, she hopes to extend these sessions nationwide – wanting to take her business to Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham and even further South. The 6 day “fast track” course includes being coached by the elite! It’s a fantastic way of learning the trade secrets without having to waste time. The

team also offers each student the opportunity to shadow Sahida on a bridal booking, allowing the student to assist, observe and gain valuable experience. Sahida explains that this “is the rst of its kind in Yorkshire and our aim is to ensure your stay with us is friendly, fun and enjoyable.”

If entering the world of maquillaghe artiste’s or working at uber-glam catwalks in the highly competitive world of fashion and beauty is your passion then being associated as the protégé of Sahida is sure to extend your portfolio.

Sahida herself has been trained in Advanced Make-Up Techniques by the elite

make-up expert Jawaad Ashraf – who is a highly respected hair and makeup artist who has worked with various top publications including Asiana. Sahida has an impressive portfolio and her work has been featured in the highly popular magazine ‘Asiana Wedding’. Sahida and her team of fully trained and professional colleagues are de nitely hitting the mark – achieving picture perfect results all the time.

Sahida is taking bookings for her next classes for the Make-up training Academy. Classes are limited to ensure maximum output.

Ring 0845 686 0336 for more information or visit zarasbridalstudio.com

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Blush is an often overlooked cosmetic, unless you’re one of the brave few deliberately going for a back-from-the-dead (currently on-trend) goth look(!) For a fresh-from-the-countryside, (post-coital) pink ush, try one of these three ever-so-pretty, cute choices. Maximum impact for minimum effort – just dab onto your cheek apples, blends & goes!

When it comes to cosmetics, though creams have traditionally been de rigueur, balms & oils also offer a multitude of beautifying bene ts. They’re a real treat – so sensuous and relaxing, an added bonus being that they contain high percentages of natural ingredients and need less (controversial) preservatives than other formulas. Oils have such synergy and af nity with skin, helping it balance & normalise, and contrary to popular belief, suit all skin types, even oily. They’re perfect for sharing with that special someone too. Beauty balms are brilliant – a perfect foil for the freezing winter climate! The following pampering products are guaranteed to help make your Mother’s Day even more memorable – enjoy!

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WESTROW INTRODUCES A NEW KIND OF BRAZILIAN TO YORKSHIRE! by Cassie Wray

Outside the capital, the new Brazilian Keratin Treatment – also referred to as a permanent blow dry – is exclusive to the high quality Westrow Hairdressing Salon Group. This service is suitable for most hair types and textures, but is especially bene cial for frizzy, dryer, chemically processed hair types; leaving it much more manageable. The treatment formula used by Westrow is more natural than any other permanent blow dry product formula that contains (controversial) formaldehyde. Unlike many other nourishing treatments, the permanent blow dry is said to last for up to four months.

The hair is washed, blow dried and then the treatment is applied, followed by another blow dry and nally straightened leaving my locks lustrous and resplendent! The treatment took one and a half hours, but can take longer on thicker

and/or longer hair. I was told my hair had to be left unwashed and kept dry for four days and on the fourth day a follow up salon blow dry is recommended in order to obtain the best results.

There has been an enthusiastic uptake of this revolutionary hair treatment by both existing and new Westrow clients. Amidst the chaos and discord of the money meltdown we all deserve more salon TLC and I highly recommend the very good value Brazilian Keratin treatment; experience it and say hello to healthier, happy hair!

Appointments are taken on consultation. A complimentary consultation is required to determine whether the hair is suitable for the treatment.

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In this day and age where “going under the knife” is a relatively common aspect of some women’s lives, it is reassuring to reveal that there’s a treatment that involves no knives and manages to achieve the perfect results.

The clinic itself has pleasant, friendly staff with just two therapists – Nicola and Marie under the supervision of aesthetics and medical director Heather Irvine. Heather Irvine is well respected by some of the UKs leading cosmetic surgeons and believes her centres success is due to the “personalised care, professional standards and procedures that get results”.

Nicola rst applied some gel to my face and neck, in order to allow the technology to move smoothly across my face. She then begins the treatment by rubbing the Tripollar machinery gently over my face. The technology gradually heats up, but not so that it gets uncomfortable. After she does the right side of my face Nicola points out the differences she notices – like the “laughter lines” around my mouth appearing tighter and smoother. She completes the rest of my face, taking around 45 minutes for the entire treatment. I wasn’t expecting there to be much difference just after one session, but as I left the clinic my face did feel a little fresher and smoother. If I felt like this after just the one short treatment, then prolonged treatments are certain to provide enhanced, visible results.

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Lighting can also help to create an impressive effect, using shabby chic lamps with tasselled or beaded shades, or placing a large crystal chandelier at the centre of the ceiling - a great nishing touch. For a more romantic mood, use large candles and tea lights in patterned glasses or delicate fairy lights and up-lighters to dimly light the room and cast shadows.

Small nishing touches can make your room feel more personal to you, creating a peaceful sanctuary to recline in. Why not decant perfumes into vintage bottles and store clutter away in old fashioned or mirrored boxes for an immaculate nish? Display special photographs in gilt gold or silver frames to make your room your own while still adding glamour.

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IT'S ALL ABOUT A TINY PIECE OF LAND.To the impartial observer, those few words may well sum up the long and tortuous Israel/Palestine con ict which has blighted the Middle East for decades, and now seriously begins to threaten world peace.

But as the real human cost of Israel's recent bombardment of the Gaza strip continues to be counted, and the scenes of 'collateral' damage - more than 1,300 Palestinians dead, 22,000 buildings destroyed and an estimated £1 billion of damage to the Palestinian economy - continue to haunt our TV screens, one essential question remains: How on earth do you solve a problem like Gaza?

Recent events might draw comparisons with a famed biblical duo of foes, David and Goliath. The Goliath-like might of the Israeli army versus the David-like Palestinians provides a poignant reverse - in the Old Testament, David was a Jew, the future king of biblical Israel, and Goliath was the 'Philistine' warrior. Powerful chants of 'stop the Holocaust in Gaza' have resounded in recent weeks on the streets if Britain, and while supporters of Israel say it had to defend itself from rocket attacks,critics say its reaction was less 'eye for an eye' and more 'an eye for an eyelash' - disproportionate and even criminal.

But despite some booming

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rhetoric on all sides - both religious and political - this con ict is not simply about Jews versus Muslims, about Promised Lands and divine rights.

Dr Mohammed Zahid is an academic, writer and expert on Middle East politics who lectures at Newcastle and Durham universities. "This con ict is not about religion, as Muslims and Jews lived with one another in peace and harmony in Palestine for centuries," he explains. This has been con rmed by Jewish rabbis, who have said the golden age for the Jews was in Palestine under Islamic rule. It's a con ict over land; the occupation of Palestinian land by an alien population from outside, this is the crux of the matter.”To truly understand the reasons for the ongoing

con ict, we must go back to 1917 – and a broken promise by our very own British Government.

Even as far back as the late 1800s, moves had been under way to help Jewish people overcome increasing persecution in Europe and this is how Zionism, the political, largely secular move to establish a Jewish

by Nazneen Mehta

EDINBURGH - JANUARY 15 Students protest at The University of Edinburgh

LOS ANGELES - JANUARY 4 Protesters rally at Los Angeles' Federal Building in Westwood

PARIS - JANUARY 10 Demonstration against war in Gaza at Place de la Nation, Paris.

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homeland in Palestine based on the biblical Promised Land, was born. The British Empire ruled over Palestine from 1920 to 1948, as part of an 'imperial' split with France, the other major empire. At that time, the area termed 'Palestine' included all of Israel and today’s occupied territories of Gaza and the West Bank. Increasing numbers of Jewish people were already emigrating to the “Holy Land” and this increased tensions in the region. Earlier, during World War One, the British had convinced Arab leaders to revolt against the Ottoman Empire - an ally of Germany - in return for help in stablishing an independent Arab state in the region, including Palestine.

But in 1917, the promise was broken and the new Balfour Declaration announced the British Empire’s support for the establishment of a Jewish state in Palestine. The drip feed of new Jewish settlers into the newly earmarked territory had started proper, and the natives were driven from their villages, land taken forcibly and revolts naturally

ensued. Terrorist groups on both sides were already starting to form. To further add to the mess, Imperial Britain and France decided to carve up the Arab provinces of the Ottoman Empire and split the pro ts, meaning new, arti cial borders were drawn up. Fast forward 30 years and in 1947, the UN agreed to a partition plan in the new territory, but it gave signi cantly more land to the incoming Jews than to the Palestinians; Israel was born as a nation a year later, and since then, through various con icts and creeping expansion, borders have been re-drawn and more and more Palestinian land has become 'Israeli'.

Figures suggest the Israelis currently control 80 per cent of the region's land and the lion's share of the resources. The Palestinians have just 20 per cent. Millions of Palestinians are now refugees living in Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon. In Gaza, 1.5 million people are crammed into a tiny strip of land with a weak infrastructure and minimal resources.

Debate continues to rage about the real motives for the latest Israeli campaign - many have argued the Israeli elections in February 2009 were a vital factor, and others say the recent change in the US administration played a major role. A tentative cease re in Gaza was nally bashed out after 22 days, after summits in Qatar, Egypt and Kuwait, but the long road to peace is still a pipe dream for many.And for one expert at least, it is signi cant that the Arab world remained largely quiet throughout the latest con ict. Dr Mohammed Zahid comments "The US, British and the EU gave the green light to the Israelis to do what they wished. It reinforced the idea that summits and conferences serve the interests of the political elites. Clearly something different is needed in the region to solve the Palestinian crisis; the Arab leaders need to look outside the box. But are they able to do so? If not, then it's clearly time for the people in the region to construct a new political future according to their own beliefs, history and culture.”

AVI Shlaim is a former Israeli soldier turned academic, a patriot who nonetheless renounces the recent "senseless" and "disproportionate" actions in Gaza by the Israeli Government. Writing in a national newspaper as the white phosphorous bombs fell on Gaza, he said: "The war unleashed by Israel on Gaza on December 27 was the culmination of a series of clashes with the Hamas government. "Its declared aim is to weaken Hamas until it agrees to cease re on Israel's terms. The undeclared aim is to ensure that the Palestinians in Gaza are seen by the world simply as a humanitarian problem and thus to derail their struggle for independence and statehood. "He adds: "I have never questioned the legitimacy of the state of Israel within its pre-1967 borders. But I utterly reject the Israeli settlements on occupied Arab territory. The Israeli occupation of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip in the aftermath of the 1967 war had very little to do with security and everything to do with territorial expansionism. Gaza is a classic case of colonial exploitation in the post-colonial era."

He concedes Hamas, the Islamist movement elected to government in the Palestinian Authority, is not an entirely innocent party and its persistent rocket attacks against Israeli settlements were bound to provoke a response.

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The Parliament HillConsidered to be one of the world’s most beautiful governmental centres, the Parliament Hill hosts the popular Changing of the Guard ceremonies during the summer. You can take an outdoor guided or self-guided tour to learn about the individuals, landscape and architecture. While you are there, check out the feral cats that roam the cliffs behind Parliament and meet the man whas cared for them for decades.

The Rideau CanalAnother great site to visit is the Rideau Canal and Locks. In operation since the 19th century, the Rideau Canal runs through 24 locks and canals. During the winter, the Rideau Canal serves as the world’s largest naturally frozen skating rink. Skate while enjoying a Beaver Tail (fried dough Canadian pastry) on the

skateway. Warmer weather sees the canal lled with boats and lined with cyclists and runners.

The ByWard Market The ByWard Market is one of Canada’s oldest and largest public markets. Serving just about every segment of the market from fresh food and specialized stores, to Canada’s nest restaurants and dance clubs, it is a de nite hot spot. Enjoy buskers performing along the streets; throw a buck or two in the hat if you’re impressed. The Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica Located at the end of ByWard Market, this is the oldest church in Ottawa and the seat of the city’s Catholic Archbishop. Its twin spires and gilded Madonna are easily identi able from nearby Parliament Hill and the surrounding area.

Discover OttawaOttawa was made capital of the British colonial Province back in 1857. Sitting on the border between the provinces of Ontario and Quebec in central Canada, it is one of the most bilingual communities in Canada, with nearly half a million people

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You can discover Ottawa in a series of guided walking tours with “Around About Ottawa” www.aroundaboutottawa.com

In Canada, sales taxes are added to the cost of most purchases of goods and services.

Purchase a monthly Bus Pass or tickets from the OC Transpo octranspo.com

For taxis, Blueline is the most popular one. Hail one or call them for pick up: bluelinetaxi.com

Check Ottawa’s thriving fashion district on Dalhousie Street. Everything vintage, eclectic and independent: Victoire and Milk.

Enjoy movies in the great outdoors at the Centertown Movies: centretownmovies.org

If you are a sushi lover, go to the “Kinki restaurant”, located in the ByWard Market: kinki.ca

Tips for most services (taxi, restaurants and bars) are not included in Ottawa, so remember to tip accordingly between 10-20 per cent.

MUST-SEE MUSEUMS

The Bytown MuseumVisit the Bytown Museum, located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, at the Rideau Canal Locks. The Royal Engineers used this building as a commissariat during the construction of the Rideau Canal. It now contains exhibits chronicling the history of Bytown and Ottawa.

The Canadian Museum of Civilization Learn about life in Canadian settlements from prehistoric times up to the present day at the Canadian Museum of Civilization, which includes over 3.75 million artefacts ranging from art, textiles and ceramics to antique furniture.

The National Gallery of Canada Created in 1880, the National Gallery of Canada is among the oldest of Canada’s national cultural institutions. This magni cent, glass-towered structure houses one of the world’s premier collections of Canadian art as well as the reconstructed Rideau Convent Chapel.

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Embrace diversity while visiting Ottawa, with a trip to Chinatown on Somerset Street. Feel the Asian in uence throughout unique treasures, great restaurants, gift shops and more. Finish a few blocks down into Ottawa’s Little Italy, on Preston Street. The area is famous for its Italian heritage and events. Enjoy real Italian cuisine, live music and great comedy. After so much culture and history, a little splurge will give you a well deserved break.

The Sparks Street MallIn the summer, enjoy an outdoor shopping experience at the Sparks Street Mall, Canada’s oldest pedestrian mall, founded in the early 1800’s by Nicholas Sparks. There you will nd Canadian souvenirs, luggage, clothes, photography equipment or music.

SHOP TILL YOU DROP

The Rideau Center This is Ottawa’s premier shopping destination and conveniently located in the heart of downtown - house of fashion and food’s biggest names in addition to a diversity of events.

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WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO THE ROLE IN MURDOCH MYSTERIES?

I just went up for the job originally. You don’t know if you are going to get it or not. It wasn’t like I was just offered the role. When I got the job I was I was very excited as it’s a great part. He is the main characters boss and he is running the roost of the show. I am in charge of everybody in the show even though I’m not the lead. You get to wear costumes; I’ve got the big sheriff badge and the waistcoat its very very close to a western.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN AN ACTOR FOR? AND HOW DID YOU GET INTO ACTING?

I’ve been a professional actor for 21 years. I left drama school in 1998. Before that I was a plumber for six years. I used to do a bit of acting part time in the evenings and improvisation classes and my tutor suggested I tried for an acting school in London. I was at acting school for 3 years in London. It was quite a traditional route into acting.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST ROLE AFTER DRAMA SCHOOL?

My rst role on TV was when I played a police of ce in the Paradise Club. It was with Lesley Grantham when he left Eastenders.

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WHAT’S THE WORST JOB YOU HAVE EVER HAD?

One summer I worked as a removal man. It’s the toughest job I’ve ever had, It’s really hard work. The golden rule was never to leave the house empty handed as you got a right bollocking otherwise. They always expect tips too, hats off to the removal men.

ON CORONATION STREET WHO DID YOU ENJOY WORKING ALONGSIDE?

I had a great time. I only actually worked with about six actors really. The actors who played my family. Martin Platt and lads who I worked with in the garage Kevin and Tyrone. I had a cracking time with all of them.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE TO GO ON HOLIDAY?

I really enjoyed Crete and I really liked San Francisco. I loved the history and visiting all the sites in Crete. In San Fran I did the whole Al Catraz trail which was amazing.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU ENDED UP IN HOSPITAL?

Not for a long time. I think it was when I cracked my ribs and damaged my spleen, playing football. I was hospitalised for a couple of days.

WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO ON YOUR IPOD?

I’m loving the Arctic Monkeys right now. I tend to listen to them when I’m at the gym.

IS THERE ANYTHING THAT WOULD SURPRISE SUBURB READERS ABOUT YOU?

I did play infront of 52,000 at Newcastle United ground for three years on the trot. On the Sky 1 show.

WHAT DO YOU HAVE LINED UP NEXT?

I’ve done another big show with ITV called You Be Dead. Its coming out in Easter – alongside David Morrisey and Fitzgereald. I’m also in Casulaty.

WHAT’S THE BEST THING ABOUT YORKSHIRE?

Hillsborough – I am a Shef eld Wednesday fan.

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