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Welcome to this festive edition of the magazine. I have managed to pull together a wonderful selection of treats that are available from local shops. It is featured in the centre pages and I do hope it will

inspire you to shop locally for some of your presents this Christmas. You will see some unique and inspirational gifts with something in mind for every budget.I have been very busy with magazine deadlines over the last few months and having just started a fifth magazine I must say I am ready for a wee break over Christmas. There are a couple of tasty recipes for you to try. I am also

pleased to showcase some of the lovely workshops available at Aberdeen Forward. Tempted to book on the upholstery workshops as I know my mum has a project she’d like me to complete – maybe that could be her Christmas? What do you think mum?The next two months are very busy with school plays, catching up with friends, end of term night outs, Mad Friday, plus the purchasing of all the presents, the wrapping and then the enjoyment of the gift giving and the eating and the drinking… I do hope you all have the most amazing time with family and friends. Stay healthy and I look forward to showing you the new me in 2015! A huge thank you to all my lovely advertisers who have supported the magazine over the last nine years, I truly appreciate your custom and I hope that the gazette will continue to help you market your business into 2015.Wishing you a Merry Christmas everyone and a prosperous new year.Now it’s time to refill your cuppa and enjoy the rest of the magazine.

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Who doesn’t love Scandinavian style?

It combines classic with contemporary, pretty with practical. And it’s the perfect look with which to dress up your home for Christmas

In the Scandinavian countries extremes of landscape, from forests and fjords to boiling geysers and the Aurora Borealis, are all around you. In winter, daylight is fleeting, and keeping warm is a vital part of life. No surprise, then, that typical homes feature thick log walls, small, south-facing doors and windows, and thatched or birch-bark roofs. Inside, vividly coloured decorations in bright, rustic folk style provide relief from the long hours of night and the expanses of snow. Carved wooden spoons, bowls, cups and chests, strongly coloured, woven rugs, blankets and cushions, and beautifully painted furniture in ochres, reds and yellows are the timeless tradition.

Appealing as it is, there is much more to Scandinavian style than colourful rusticity, however. What we now called ‘Gustavian’ style became popular in the late 18th century, encouraged by the young King Gustav III of Sweden, under whose patronage the grandeur of Versailles and the skilled

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classicism and romantic Rococo into a unique, northern European decorative style. Think symmetry, pale colours (buttermilk and Baltic blue, grey and peppermint), painted floorboards, ribbons and swags, glass chandeliers, gilding, mirrors and delicate wooden furniture with tapering legs and subtly carved details.

Another major influence, a century or so later, was Swedish artist Carl Larsson

and his wife, Karin. In the 1890s the couple decorated their rural cottage, Lilla Hyttnås, in a unique and innovative way, combining folk and Gustavian styles with contemporary European influences: Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau and Japonisme. Light and airy, pretty and functional, the look was all gingham and geraniums, bread crocks and baskets, rag rugs and sprigged china. When Carl’s watercolours of the house were published, the public response, in Sweden and further afield, was overwhelming; his books, in the early 20th century, did a great deal to popularise what we now see as the typically Scandinavian style of easy-going Gustavian, folk arts and an open-plan love of light and space. And what he started, a certain Swedish flat-pack furniture giant continued. Ikea opened its first UK store

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Create a Scandinavian feel this Christmas by combining folk and sophistication, cosy and minimalism. Keep it simple – too much clutter is definitely not a part

of this particular look. Your colour palette is, of course, mainly red and white, with green, brown and black for contrast, and the occasional dusting of glitter or artificial snow. Natural

accessories such as twigs, branches and fir cones are a great starting point, with generously sized garlands and wreaths made from woven greenery. A sprinkling of metal lanterns with flickering candles creates atmosphere, and a real Christmas tree is, of course, the centrepiece (clip-on Scandi-style candles optional).

In general, materials should be as natural as possible, from bark to hessian, felt to Fair Isle, emphasising all sorts of appealing textures. If you can knit, sew or otherwise make your own decorations, so much the better but, if not, there are plenty of gorgeous accessories in the shops and online created by talented craftspeople. Perfection is not required: simply that appealingly homespun look. A row of knitted stockings, for example, would be just perfect, while linen sacks with


folk-style embroidery

are ideal for larger presents. A gingham table runner is delightful, as are wooden or woven willow stars, berry garlands, miniature trees, appliquéd bunting and reindeer baubles. You’ve got the

idea? Then raise a cup of schnapps and fill your home with festive Scandinavian cheer.

Picture DescriptionsDecorative wooden sledge, £143, Nordic House. Tel 01872 223220; www.nordichouse.co.uk.

Birch bark candles with glitter, £8-£13, Nordic House, as above

A selection of Christmas decorations from Ikea. Tel 020 3645 0000; www.ikea.co.uk.

Alpine chalet and church cushions, cut and appliquéd and edged with antique gold stitching, £108, Jan Constantine. Tel 01270 821194; www.janconstantine.com.

Christmas stockings, hand-embroidered on wool felt, £48, Jan Constantine, as above.

Linen Scandi reusable Christmas crackers, £12.50 each, Kate Sproston Design. Tel 07765 675624; www.katesprostondesign.com.

Wooden star, £9.95, Adventino. Tel 0845 120 3224; www.adventino.co.uk.8 Red and white twine, £2.75 (10m), Russian Christmas snowflake scatter, £3, Talking Tables. Tel 020 7627 6767; www.talkingtables.com.

Scandi Merry Christmas decoration (set of four) £16, House of Fraser. Tel 0345 602 1073; www.houseoffraser.co.uk.

Embroidered birds stocking, £30, House of Fraser, as above.


Roasting the turkey in a ’tent’ of buttered foil will keep it moist and succulent. Always allow time for the cooked bird to rest in a warm place before carving.

Serves 8-10Ready in approx 4 ½ hours, plus resting time

Ingredients100g butter1 tbsp olive oil1 leek, trimmed and chopped

2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped75g ready to eat dried apricots, finely chopped150g fresh white breadcrumbs100g cooked chestnuts, finely chopped2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves5.4kg oven-ready turkey, giblets removed16 cocktail sausages 4 rashers smoked streaky baconFresh herbs, to garnish

MethodHeat half the butter and the olive oil in a frying pan and fry the leek and shallots for 6-7 minutes until softened. Remove from the heat and stir in the apricots, breadcrumbs, chestnuts and half the thyme leaves. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper and leave to cool.

Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas 5. Line a large roasting tin with buttered foil. Use about one third of the stuffing mix to stuff the neck end of the turkey (press the rest of the stuffing in a shallow ovenproof dish to cook separately). Weigh the stuffed turkey and calculate the cooking time - allow 20 minutes per 450g plus 20 minutes. Place the turkey in the lined roasting tin and smear all over the skin with the remaining butter. Sprinkle over the rest of the thyme leaves and season.

Cover the turkey with a tent of buttered foil and roast in the preheated oven for the calculated cooking time, basting occasionally. Uncover the turkey for the last 45 minutes until the skin is golden and the juices run clear when a skewer is inserted into the thickest part of one thigh. If the juices still run slightly pink return the turkey to the oven for a further 15-20 minutes then check again.

Leave the turkey, loosely covered with foil, in a warm place to rest for at least 20 minutes. Stretch the bacon rashers with the back of a knife and cut each rasher in half. Wrap the short rashers around the cocktail sausages, securing with a cocktail stick. Place in baking tray and cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drizzle a couple of spoonfuls of juices from the turkey over the stuffing in the dish and cook in the oven at the same time as the bacon-wrapped sausages for 20 minutes.

Serve the turkey on a large warmed platter with the bacon-wrapped sausages and garnished with fresh herbs. Serve the extra stuffing separately along with all the usual festive vegetables.

TipFor a quick gravy, simmer the roast turkey juices with a splash of red wine and a couple of spoonfuls of redcurrant jelly.

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This sweetmeat is a traditional Italian Christmas treat packed with nuts, figs, honey and warming spices. It can be made a couple of weeks before Christmas just wrap well in greaseproof paper and store in an airtight container. Makes 25 squaresReady in 1 ½ hours, plus cooling

Ingredients150g whole blanched almonds125g pistachio nuts175g dried figs, choppedGrated zest of 1 orange75g plain flour2 tbsp cocoa powder2 tsp ground cinnamon¼ tsp ground cloves115g caster sugar175g runny honeyIcing sugar, for dusting

MethodPreheat the oven to 150°C/130°C fan/gas Grease a deep 18cm square tin and line the base with baking parchment. Toast the almonds under a medium grill until just golden then roughly chop. Mix in a bowl with the pistachios, figs and orange zest.

Sift over the flour and cocoa powder and stir well then stir in the cinnamon and ground cloves. Set aside.

Put the caster sugar and honey in a heavy-based pan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved. Bring to the boil then let the syrup bubble gently for about 5 minutes, without stirring the mixture, until it begins to thicken.

Remove the pan from the heat and quickly add the nut and flour mixture stirring well with a wooden spoon. Spoon into the prepared tin and smooth the surface using the back of a damp spoon.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour then remove the cake from the oven and leave in the tin until completely cold. Remove the cake from the tin, peel off the lining paper and dust thickly with icing sugar. Use a sharp knife to cut into squares to serve.

TIPYou can vary the fruits and nuts used in this recipe - replace the figs with chopped candied peel, dried apricots or glace pineapple and instead of pistachios try toasted hazelnuts.

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Whether you have myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia/hypermetropia (long-sightedness) or presbyopia (diminished close vision, which often affects the over 45s) there are a number of corrective options available.

GlassesMost lenses are now made from durable, scratch resistant, lightweight plastics. Special techniques can make lenses lighter and thinner (ideal for high prescription glasses), reduce glare and provide tints or ultraviolet protection. Bifocal, trifocal and varifocal lenses allow one pair of glasses to be used for near and distance vision, while photochromic lenses can instantly turn normal glasses into sunglasses. Pros: good correction. Cons: poor peripheral vision; inconvenience, particularly during bad weather, changing temperatures or playing sports.

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Rigid gas permeable contact lenses are made from silicone polymers and provide better vision correction of some eyesight problems, and greater durability, than soft lenses. Pros: more convenient than glasses; better peripheral vision. Cons: infection risk (reduced in disposable or rigid lenses).

SurgeryVision correction surgery can correct myopia, astigmatism and hyperopia, and generally results seem long-lasting. Complications occur in fewer than 5% of cases and severe vision loss is very rare. Surgery isn’t appropriate for everyone. If you have a medical or eye condition, are taking regular medication, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, discuss this with your surgeon.

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Porsche 911Price: From £73,509Practicality isn’t generally high up on the agenda when buying a sports car, but with four seats in a Porsche 911 you might just be able to convince your better half that’s it’s the perfect family car. Alright, who are we kidding, that’s never going to happen, better then to focus on the fabulous flat-six engines and incredible handling. The 911 has been the definitive go-to sports car for generations and the latest “991” model is no different. Well worth a look.


Jaguar F-Type CoupePrice: From £85,000It took three decades for Jaguar to finally build a successor to its legendary E-Type – but the wait was worth it. The F-Type, which comes in soft-top and coupe guises, is not only stunning, but brilliant to drive too. There are three versions available: V6,

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Toyota GT86Price: From £25,110Yes, we’ve lined up a Toyota against supercar glitterati, but before you scoff, hear us out. The GT86 may not have the kudos of a Ferrari, but if you’re looking for sports car thrills on a budget it’s worth considering. Starting at just £25,110 you get a huge amount of car for your money like the entertaining 2.0-litre Boxer D-4S engine, smart styling and seat-of-your-pants driving thrills.

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Classes will take place at the Rosemount Community Center (AB25 2NS). Each group will be taught multi-dance including afro-latino, south-american (salsa, cumbia, merengue, cueca...), contemporary, modern and classical.

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toughened strips across the knuckles to make sure that your hands don’t get too much of a beating while you are out in the garden. Classic greens, ravishing reds or funky florals, gloves are definitely not boring.

Many gardeners and non-gardeners alike love having birds in the garden. They not only help to keep certain pest numbers down, but they also add an extra charm to the garden environment. How about a peanut feeder, nest box or perhaps even a bird table; there are many designs available from the modern to the rustic. For the husband, wife or partner who is less inclined to help with the tough jobs in the garden, give them a gentle nudge by gifting a brand new garden fork and spade; but if you feel that they really are beyond help, then admit defeat and give them a garden lounger or perhaps even a hammock?

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Finally, don’t forget the plants themselves. Garden centres are currently crammed full of a delightful array of plants, mainly with

houseplants being perfect for providing bright colour indoors at this time of year – take a look at the poinsettias, cyclamen, indoor azaleas and jasmines to get an idea of just some of the plants that would be great to give as gifts and remember when you buy any indoor plant from a garden centre during cold weather, it is essential that you protect it thoroughly on the journey from the garden centre to your car and from your car into your house as even a tiny exposure to cold drafts and low temperatures can cause a lot of damage…….oh, and happy Christmas from me too!

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clothing. You will find crafters in the rooms as you explore the castle and children can enjoy a visit to see Santa, who will have a present for every child.

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By relaxing the muscles, your face will appear softened and stresses will be released. The massage will also help to drain fluid build-up from around the eyes, increase blood circulation and make the creams you apply afterwards even more effective because they’ll be more easily absorbed into the skin.

The salon is the most effective treatment, particularly because you will be very relaxed. But if you don’t have time to get to the salon, or you want to keep up the good work between visits, follow our guide to performing an effective massage yourself at home.

1. After thoroughly cleansing your face, take a moisturiser, face oil or serum and use your knuckles to gently - but firmly - massage the product all over

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4. Move your fingertips in small circular motions all over your face, again starting at the centre and moving outwards and. Do small sections at a time, working from your chin to ear, lip to ear, nose to temple, centre of forehead to hairline.

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Why not join an Italian Class in Cults - Aberdeen? You can choose day or evening classes: Beginner to Advanced level. The following classes are scheduled at present:Tues 9.30 – 11.30 am AdvancedTues 2.00 – 4.00 pm IntermediateTues 7.30 – 9.30 pm Post IntermediateThurs 9.30 – 11.30 am Post IntermediateThurs 7.30 – 9.30 pm Beginners – (New Class Jan 2015)Fri 9.30 – 11.30 am Post BeginnersFri 2.00 – 4.00 pm Pre IntermediateIndividual lessons are also available. For further information, please contact

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As a beer-writer, I have always tried to wave the flag of beer and food. This is a matter not just of pleasure but of principle, for we beer-writers stoutly (see what I did there?)

maintain that beer is the equal of wine at every opportunity imaginable and is actually its superior in some food-matchings, notably cheese and chocolate.

However Christmas pud has proved a bit of a problem and not just in making a choice.

Rather they all tend to be very alcoholic and by that stage in the festivities something equally rich and fruity but a little less punchy might be preferred.

My first choice is an old-fashioned strong pale ale from Fuller’s of Chiswick. ESB at 5.9% alcohol is not an obviously weighty choice to accompany

something as rich as Christmas pudding; indeed it’s quite light on the nose – fresh, grassy, even, with a slight apple sharpness but a deep undertone of toffee from the crystal malt that Fuller’s uses so well. The palate, though, is full-bodied with a sticky sweetness balanced by that sharpness, while the finish is still sweet but yielding to a lingering hoppy bitterness.

Strong Suffolk from Greene King at 6% alcohol is a fascinating survivor from history. It’s a blend of 10% alcohol stock ale, 5X, that’s matured for a year or more in huge oak tuns sealed with clay and a fresh pale ale, BPA. The aroma is a huge whack of rich toffee, reminiscent of crème brulée; the palate is not quite so overwhelmingly sweet and is silky-smooth, while the toffee returns in the finish, balanced by a wee hoppy bite.


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Beginners Crocheting course: Wed 3rd, 10th, 17th December 2014 (6pm-8pm), £60

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Alpha and Alpha Plus CoursesMonday, 19th January, 2015: Time: 7- 9pmThe course will run in the large hall on Mondays for ten weeks, with an ‘away day’ in early March. We start at 7pm with a light meal and watch a DVD together which we then discuss. The evening finishes at 9pm.We are also running Alpha Plus, a follow-on course from Alpha. You don’t have to have been on an Alpha Course to come.Alpha Plus uses material called “The Jesus Lifestyle”. It will start simultaneously with Alpha and following the light meal, will run in Room 1 for 7 weeks.Learn about the radically different lifestyle that Jesus taught; how to deal with anger, how to handle money, what to do when faced with difficult people.If you are interested in either course, please contact the Alpha Team Mannofield Church Office Tel 01224 310087

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