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CONTENTS Welcome to the February 2018 IN Nottingham Magazine. February is usually the month for love, so whether you’re into the valentines day or not, we’ve found a lot for you to do in Nottingham. You’ll also find a feature from Nottingham Girls’ High School Students about if they could change one thing in the world on p7 and Planning your home projects, the interior designer way on p24. Congratulations to Rachael Brown, who won IN Nottingham’s January Remus Uomo Competition!

Happy Dough Lucky & The OverDraught

Nando’s

Baked Mac and Cheese

Diet

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In Nottingham

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HEALTH

Luscious Lingerie

BEAUTY

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HAPPY DOUGH LUCKY

After months of huge anticipation, Happy Dough Lucky are opening their doors in the heart of The Lace Market. They are open for just 12 weeks, so you’ll have to be quick to catch them… It started with two fellas, a chef and a team of creatives. Their dream was simple, to open a new pop up concept in their home town of Nottingham. For those that have been following the journey of Happy Dough Lucky on Instagram, you will know how far they have gone to ensure that their pizzas & desserts are the best in town. They didn’t just want to follow the crowd & serve frozen, hand stretched pizza. They wanted to do proper Neopolitan pizza & desserts, inspired by the places they have visited. A recent trip to Naples proved to be particularly inspiring with the team given full access to the best Pizza & Dessert restaurants in the world; Sach: “Our trip around Italy was incredible. We were able to meet our new suppliers, see where our tomatoes are grown, learn new techniques from the best chefs in the world & in

the process we’ve made some amazing new friends”. As for the desserts, The Nutella & Ricotta doughnuts served with their homemade salted caramel ice cream (flavours changed daily) and The Chocolate Kinder Pots are particular highlights. So delicious, it’ll make you want to take one or two home with you. The quality of the service & venue is as important as the great food on offer. The team behind the project have been working around the clock getting the venue just right; with new bespoke tables, light boxes & neon signs - adding a Happy Dough Lucky twist to their recently refurbished home, The Lacehouse and with over 1000 applicants to date, they aren’t short of people wanting to join their team. They’ll be indulging you with lots of events during their 12 week stint, with the weekly Sunday Social being the perfect hangover cure for everyone from couples, families and housemates to come down and enjoy unlimited mimosas & Pizzas for just £25pp.

Their monthly Supper Club which includes a three course meal & drinks has already sold more than 25% of their allocation due to their huge social media following & anticipation, “we are totally overwhelmed by everyone’s support & encouragement throughout our journey. We can’t believe how many bookings we’ve had in”. Finally, they’ll be launching #DitchTheDesk in February, where for just £2 you can escape the office or library and enjoy unlimited tea or coffee whilst using their free wifi & power supplier. Interested in having your very own pop-up? Happy Dough Lucky will be looking to invite other businesses to join them in their new space, so if you are looking for a bespoke space, you should give these guys a call. Although some tables will always be reserved for walk-ins, booking in advance is recommended which you can do via Facebook and by calling or by sending a WhatsApp message to 07778 585 803.

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THE SHOWCASE BRANCH OF NANDO’S IN NOTTINGHAM HAS RECENTLY UNDERGONE A MAJOR REFURBISHMENT AND WE WENT ALONG TO FIND OUT WHAT HAS CHANGED. Upon entering, you could see how much work and attention had gone into the refurb, as inside it looked like a completely different establishment. With new colourful artwork, light fixtures and seating, it looked amazing! Peri-Peri chicken is the main attraction for Nando’s. The range of spices and sauces are incredible and they truly cater for any spice type from a spice novice (like myself) to a spice enthusiast. The Peri-Ometer ranges from a good old plain-ish chicken to a mouth wateringly extra hot Peri kick! The best part is that Nando’s grills everything to order so you can pick and choose exactly what you want to make the perfect meal for you. So let’s get talking about the food we ordered.

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We started off by sharing some Spicy Mixed Olives. Considering I like to think of myself as an olive connoisseur, I can honestly say the olives were some of the best I’ve ever tasted. They were both juicy and full of flavour. A definite must-try if you’re an olive lover.

We also decided to have the Lemon and Herb Grilled Chicken Wrap. The wraps at Nando’s are a classic meal and there’s a good reason behind that, they’re utterly scrumptious. The chicken was succulent and sweet and perfectly paired with Coleslaw and Garlic Bread.

THE WRAPS AT NANDO’S ARE A CLASSIC MEAL AND THERE’S A GOOD REASON BEHIND THAT, THEY’RE UTTERLY SCRUMPTIOUS.

I know this is a bold statement, but Nando’s Garlic Bread is the best garlic bread we’ve ever tasted and its yet to be beaten anywhere else!

Being a little scared of spice myself, I went for the Mango & Lime seasoning on my Chicken Butterfly. If you too are a little apprehensive of spice, I would 100% recommend this seasoning as it is the perfect concoction of sweet and spice. To compliment the Peri-Peri Chicken Butterfly, I ordered Creamy Mash and Macho Peas. A must have on any of my visits to Nando’s. The Creamy Mash is self-explanatory and tasted wonderful, but it’s the Macho Peas that are truly revolutionary. Whole peas drenched in pea mash, parsley, mint and chilli… need I say more.

Our Nando’s lunch was a success! If you’re reading this and you’ve never visited Nando’s before, hopefully this will change your mind and convince you to enter the Peri-Peri world of Nando’s.

Education Feature

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING IN THE WORLD, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

IGNORANCE MANIFESTS ITSELF IN EVERY COUNTRY. YOU WOULD BE FORGIVEN FOR THINKING THIS IS NEITHER WORTH YOUR TIME, NOR ANY NOTICE, YET MAYBE, IF MORE PEOPLE BEGAN TO EXPAND THEIR CONSCIOUSNESS ON THIS URGENT CRISIS OF IGNORANCE, INCREASING ACTION COULD BE TAKEN TO ELIMINATE IT. Xenophobia, racism, ableism. All of these, and many more, could be dramatically improved in society with the absence of ignorance. Education is vital for the running of society; education, and empathy. Social ignorance adds to the escalation of political ignorance too. When talking to a person who moans about the state of the country it’s easy to see how successful media, especially social media, has been in exploiting the naivety of a person lacking in the understanding of economy, politics and social policy. Of course, people are entitled to their own personal beliefs – we live in a democracy after all – yet the online bullying disguised as debate has such power of persuasion that people can form an opinion without understanding it. Harlan Ellison said “you’re not entitled to your opinion. You are entitled to your informed opinion. No one is entitled to be ignorant.” Whilst maybe a bit extreme, the point rings true: people have a duty to educate themselves. So, next time someone says ‘ignorance is bliss’, correct them. Ignorance is voluntary stupidity: the afflicted consciously chooses a semi-aware existence, never understanding the intricacies of the world around them. Choosing to remove this blindfold, an individual can change the world.

AS SOON AS I HEARD THAT QUESTION IDEAS BEGAN POPPING INTO MY HEAD, EACH MORE CLICHÉD AND UNREALISTIC THAN THE ONE BEFORE IT. CRUSH CANCER. TERMINATE TERRORISM. WAVE GOODBYE TO WORLD HUNGER… The possibilities are endless (clichéd, I know) but if we were truly given the power to solve any one of these problems forever, we would. Yet what is the use in having the power to change the world if we have no world to live in? Global warming is not a problem for future generations: it is a problem now. President Hollande encapsulated the urgency quite simply – “We have a single mission: to protect and hand on the planet to the next generation”. If the (countless) projections of climate change experts are correct, we could be the last generation to have the power to reduce the worst impacts of global warming. Yes, the solution is not as easy as a simple click of our fingers to make it disappear; we need a sustainable solution so that future generations do not face the same threat to their earth as we do today. Creating a form of energy, which uses CO2 as a fuel, would not only dispense of our surplus of the gas that is polluting our atmosphere and causing higher temperatures year on year but also give us an unlimited source of energy. This would, realistically, effectively end the majority of global warming for generations to come and allow us to provide the whole world with infinite energy to combat all those other problems…

CHANGE. A SIMPLE WORD WITH A COMPLEX MEANING. HUMANS HAVE A LOVE-HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH THE IDEA OF CHANGE. Our brains are wired to repeat the same actions over and over, regardless if that particular exercise is actually worth the time and the effort in the long run. It can be quite challenging to undertake the experience of change but the positive consequences are certain to have a monumental outcome. Women’s rights, gender equality and racial discrimination. These are just three amongst many other mainstream, core issues that people living around the world wish to see dealt with. They are all complex matters that require exceedingly large amounts of attention, time and money – things which are desired by many, obtained by few. So, why not start simply? Instead of making change, start being change. Start by looking at your attitude towards change and the way you perceive certain issues related to it. Focus, in depth, on what you wish to change about yourself as opposed to devoting all your energy to pointless attempts at trying to manipulate the lives of others. We must learn to view life from a different perspective and serve as an example to clear the way for others intending to follow our actions. Inspire, influence, impel. I wish to change people’s understanding of change and how they go about it in their daily lives. As famously quoted by Gandhi, “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” So, what are you waiting for?

Thank you to Aarya Handa, Kitty Price and Emma Stephenson, from years 8, 12 and 13 at Nottingham Girls’ High School, for contributing to our education feature! We at IN Magazine love to hear your thoughts! February 18 | IN Nottingham | 7

Recipe

BAKED MAC AND CHEESE THIS IS THE ULTIMATE COMFORT FOOD DISH MY BAKED MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE HAS DELICIOUS FILLINGS LIKE BACON AND BREAD CRUMBS AND IT’S MADE WITH NO EGG.

1. Place a saucepan over a low heat on the stove. Add the butter and leave to melt.

2. Add the flour and stir to make a roux. 3. Pour in the milk. Remaining over a low heat stir continuously (approx. 10 minutes) until the sauce thickens.

4. Meanwhile, cook the macaroni pasta according to the instructions on the packet.

SERVES: 6 | PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES | COOKING TIME: 40 MINUTES. 509 CALORIES & 25G FAT PER SERVING. INGREDIENTS • 50G BUTTER • 50 PLAIN FLOUR • 650ML SEMI-SKIMMED MILK • 250G MACARONI PASTA • 220G GRATED CHEDDAR CHEESE

• 1 TSP NUTMEG • 1 TBSP DIJON MUSTARD • OLIVE OIL • 4 RASHERS OF BACON • 30G BREAD CRUMBS

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5. When the sauce has thickened, add half the cheese, nutmeg and mustard. Stir until the cheese has melted. Then set aside.

6. Chop the bacon into chunks and fry until it just starts to turn crisp. 7. Stir the bacon into the sauce. 8. Add the cooked pasta (drained from it’s water) to an oven dish and mix in the sauce.

9. Top with the rest of the cheese, sprinkle with breadcrumbs and drizzle with oil. 10. Bake in an oven preheated to 180c/350f for 25-35 minutes. 11. When the topping is golden and crisp, serve straight away and enjoy. warrennash

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Health

At k i n s By Kat

DIET THAT FOUR LET TER WORD WE ARE SURROUNDED WITH AT THIS TIME OF YEAR. EVERY WAY WE TURN WE READ THE LATEST DIET TRENDS, THE DO’S AND THE DON’TS, EAT THIS AND DON’T EAT THAT OR EVEN WORSE HOW TO SHRED 10LBS IN 10 DAYS. It’s no wonder that everything becomes overwhelming and we often find ourselves doing the wrong thing or try to stick to a ‘diet’ that just isn’t realistic and we end up giving up. Well let me tell you this, a diet isn’t something we ‘go on’ it’s something we have a diet is the food we eat in order to survive and fuel our bodies.

If your wanting to lose weight there is no magic diet or pill/supplement out there that can do this for us. It all comes down to eating a calorie deficit and that number is different for all of us so if your struggling to find what is right for you seek advice from a professional be a personal trainer or a nutritional advisor.

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This isn’t about deprivation it’s all about moderation. If something is being sold to you as a special plan or quick solution I can pretty much guarantee you that you will be investing your money into something that isn’t going to work long term and could even make you ill.

Most people are willing to help you if you just ask. If you’re just looking to clean your diet up and get healthier my biggest tip would be, don’t be fooled into thinking that you need to be cutting something out of your diet, see it as adding more nutrients into your meals.

KEEP IT REALISTIC, EAT GOOD AND MOVE MORE.

THIS ISN’T ABOUT DEPRIVATION IT’S ALL ABOUT MODERATION

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Beauty

By Carly Swift

LOVEABLE LIPS IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR WHERE EVERYONE IS ALL LOVED UP! REGARDLESS WHETHER YOU’RE SINGLE OR NOT, YOU SHOULD STILL LOVE YOUR LIPS! THERE’S NOTHING WORSE THAN CHAPPED LIPS WITH LIPPY ON, NEVER MIND KISSING THEM... PREP It’s key to make sure your lips are in top condition, otherwise your lippy is not going to last at all and will just look awful. Firstly you need to get rid of the dead skin on them puckers, I recommend The Body Shop Lipscuff, It gently exfoliates away dead skin cells, leaving you lips softer, plumper and moisturised. Follow with your favourite lip balm, as your lips can never get enough moisture.

TOP TIP: Do this before you start the rest of your makeup, to give your lips a chance to absorb that moisture! LIQUID MATTE LIPSTICKS These are a new type of lipstick that’s definitely here to stay. They look smooth and glossy on application, but they’re designed to dry down to a matte stain finish, which means they’re typically long lasting and do not budge. Most brands do these now, but here’s two that have been proven to last, through eating, drinking and of course, kissing; 10 | IN Nottingham | February 18

Huda Beauty Liquid Matte - Gossip Girl. It drys down to a beautiful comfortable matte finish and this shade is just a perfect everyday pink. Kat Von D Evertlasting Liquid Lipstick - Mother. This drys down very quickly to a lovely non flat matte finish and this shade is a beautiful dusky mauve pink. Of course if you prefer more of a nude or red lippy, the shade range from Huda & Kat currently have a combined total of 64 shades! WOW!

MATTE LIPSTICKS

be left with some colour on your lips. So you won’t have weird looking lips or have to worry about reapplying your lippy every hour! I’m not saying have a lip pencil for every lipstick shade you have, but I would have 1 shade of a nude, a pink and a red. Then you’ve got all the basics covered. You may be surprised to hear, that there’s also different formulas of lip pencils out there, avoid the creamy ones - stick to matte! You need that matte base to help your lippy last.

If you’re not into the liquid lipstick application, then there is plenty of ‘straight from the bullet’ matte lipsticks out there. You can’t go wrong with MAC’s Russian Red! Despite it being a matte formula it looks and feels creamy, yet it stays put! The shade is an intense red, with a blue undertone, very Marilyn Monroe! Urban Decay’s ‘Vice’ Comfort Matte Lipstick’s have amazing pigmentation with creamy formula and are perfectly matte! The shade Afterdark, is a dark berry pink, it’s stunning!

The Body Shop, Rimmel Exaggerate and Essence Long Lasting Lip Liners, are some of the best that I’ve tried and they’re really budget friendly!

TOP TIP: Fill in your entire lip, not just the outline. If you want to adjust the shade of you lipstick, put a darker or lighter lip pencil shade underneath. To give your lips some dimension you could use a darker lip pencil in the corners of your mouth and blend. Or you could just where the lip liner on it’s own. Happy Valentines! xXx

LIP PENCILS So many people forget to apply, but some don’t even own a lip pencil - CRAZY! Not only do they help your lipstick last that little bit longer, but if your lipstick does wear off, you’ll

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Business

NETWORKING FOR SALES: THE POWER IS IN THE QUESTIONING

By Fio na Du ncan

EVER COME UN-STUCK WITH HOW TO STRIKE UP AND TIE-UP A BUSINESS RELATED CONVERSATION? HERE ARE MY SUGGESTIONS FOR FAIL-SAFE QUESTIONS TO BANK WHEN ATTENDING A NETWORKING EVENT OR BUSINESS MEETING,WITH THE AGENDA TO CONVERT IN A POSITIVE WAY...

3.“How would you feel about introducing me to a couple of your contacts in your network, I really feel it would be of value to me?”

6. “I’m receiving some fantastic recommendations

Here, this allows that person to be the connector and the person of power in this scenario, which would most likely be of mutual benefit to them also.

This is clarifying your place in the market as a successful leader, showing confidence to which you are looking to build upon and leverage- go for it!

1. First things first, scrap the script and allow conversation to flow naturally. From the on-set, this is where relationships are built, make small talk to soften slowly into whatever agenda you have to discuss.

5. “I feel you and I have a similar approach and ethos in our businesses, how would you feel about exploring ways in which we could work together going forward”?

2. Listen & learn to shut up - it’s easy to keep

waffling on if you are nervous, trying to fill the gaps for fear of an awkward silence but don’t, let the other person speak and take their turn. If the above tip is done initially and eye contact made throughout, then there should be no need for gap fillers and waffle.

and testimonials for my business at the moment from my clients, could we talk more?”

4.“Perhaps we could have a chat about one or

two ways in which we could potentially help one another /explore a potential synergy with our businesses.” This one is great for igniting a one - to - one conversation with a direct approach and agenda, potentially benefiting both parties.

This highlights a commonality between you and that person, immediately drawing them into intrigue and familiarity - a comfort zone we all like to be in.

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A brand new wedding event with an alternative twist is coming to Nottingham and it will be the largest of its’ kind in the East Midlands. Tying the Nott is a wedding fair created to offer an eclectic range of wedding suppliers who are catering to couples who want something unique for their big day.

Say goodbye to those back-to-work blues and hello to Lou Lou’s HUGE sale with stalls of vintage fashion, accessories, collectables and more. Expect tonnes of deals and discounts and sale rails ready to be rummaged from some of the UK’s finest vintage traders. It’s the perfect chance to grab yourself a unique piece of the past at a bargain price!

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The event will run from 11am - 4pm and will feature catwalk shows, live music, demonstrations and workshops as well as a huge selection of local and Midlands-based wedding suppliers. The event will be showcasing products and services for weddings of all styles and themes with an eclectic array of businesses showcasing what they have to offer those planning their nuptials. Hosted by Caroline Walsh of the wedding styling company The Wedding Alchemist and Susi Henson of Eternal Spirits who create unique bespoke bridal gowns and lingerie have a combined 20 years in the wedding industry. “Susi and I met exhibiting at wedding fairs and felt that wasn’t enough on offer for those that were looking for something unique and so Tying the Nott was created. We are excited to open the doors to this event in February where bride and grooms to be able to find unique local wedding suppliers who have so much to offer and we hope everyone has a great time,” said Caroline Walsh. 12 | IN Nottingham | February 18

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“It’s also great to be holding the event at the National Justice Museum as it’s such an incredible venue.” Whether you are just curious about what’s on offer for your wedding day or you are having a themed wedding such as medieval or fantasy, boho or rockabilly, gothic or every colour in the rainbow then this is the wedding event to come to. Tying the Nott will be throughout most of the National Justice Museum which means visitors get to see quite a bit of the venue as well as the police cells and court room where the fashion show will be held. Tying The Nott Photo Credits: Photographer: Marcus Holdsworth. Models: Model Students. Makeup: Ms Moo Makeup. Venue Styling: The Wedding Alchemist. Hair: Keith Hall. Clothing, Shoes, Accessories: Eternal Spirits, One BC, Ash Grey Millinery, The English Shoemaker.

For the perfect tea break, Secret Cake Club will be putting on a great spread of delicious cakes and bakes fresh from their kitsch kitchen. Teas and cakes are served up on beautiful vintage china in the pop-up tearoom so don’t miss out on a sweet treat! Stop by the hair and beauty salon for the vintage makeover that you’ve always dreamed of. For perfect pin curls, amazing victory rolls and skyscraping beehives, a visit to the salon is a must.

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Nottinghamshire, 1983. Two 16 year olds wait nervously at the pithead. Guided by a veteran miner, they descend into the brotherhood, banter, searing heat and liquid blue light of Welbeck Colliery.

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It may be the depths of winter but be sure to pack your sunglasses for Nottingham’s annual Light Night Festival in February, where the only chills you feel are from the bedazzling array of sights, sounds and pyrotechnics both indoors and out. Be amazed by spectacular visuals projected on iconic buildings like Nottingham Castle and the Council House that tell stories or depict moments in time. Let the kids (and kids at heart) bring out their inner Luke Skywalker as they fight off the Sheriff of Nottingham with light sabres while being guarded by the force of Robin Hood. Many events are free and for all the family to enjoy!

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Meanwhile in London, an American CEO known as The Butcher is brought in to reform King Coal. Pits close and a strike is called. A Tory MP tussles with his leader’s hard line ideology, whilst an eccentric dandy is sent undercover to break up the strike. Cracks appear on all sides as the embattled miners are torn apart trying to protect their livelihoods and families. Nothing will be the same again. Wonderland is a regional premiere, a spirited and uplifting drama written by the daughter of a Nottingham miner. Expect dark humour and tension in Adam Penford’s first play as Artistic Director in this gripping 360° look at the events leading up to and during the miner’s strike.

STRICTLY COME DANCING From Tuesday 6th February – Wednesday 7th February 2018 Motorpoint Arena Nottingham motorpointarenanottingham.com The Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour is back to keep you dancing into 2018! Pure dancing pleasure awaits as this supersized Strictly Live extravaganza comes to the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on 6 & 7 February 2018. Celebrating all that we love about the smash hit BBC1 TV series, the Strictly Live Tour delivers escapist entertainment on a breathtaking scale. Prepare yourself to see the incredible technique of the dancers; the quality of the Strictly singers and band and the sparkling spectacle of 150 Strictly costumes, as fans of all ages come together around the magnificent dance floor to enjoy the electric atmosphere of this live experience. There is no better way to put the wow factor into the winter months, so book your tickets now and keeeeeeeep dancing!

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Moscow City Ballet returns to the Royal Concert Hall with two stunning ballets, each presented in classic Russian style with full orchestra. Brimming with some of Russia’s best young dancers, outstanding principals, stunning soloists and a sublime corps de ballet, these stand-out performances by the Moscow City Ballet dancers never fail to add that magical ingredient of Russian soul.

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Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet is the perfect marriage of a powerful dramatic musical score with a passionate love story – every dancer’s dream. Romeo & Juliet Performances Wednesday 7.30pm & Thursday 2pm & 7.30pm. The enchanting and romantic story of The Sleeping Beauty inspired Tchaikovsky to write some of his most glorious music, and the ballet has captivated audiences for well over a century. The Sleeping Beauty Performances Friday 7.30pm & Saturday 2.30pm & 7.30pm.

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The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray is coming to Nottingham with a production, guaranteed to have you dancing the night away! Award winning comedian Norman Pace will star as Wilbur Turnblad with previously announced Matt Rixonreprising the role of Edna Turnblad. Also returning to the production, Layton Williams will play the role of Seaweed alongside musical theatre star Brenda Edwards as Motormouth Maybelle. Rebecca Mendoza will make her professional debut as Tracy Turnblad.Joining them, Gina Murray will play Velma Von Tussle, Jon Tsouras returns as Corny Collins, Edward Chittickswill play heart-throb Link Larkin, Aimee Moore joins as Amber Von Tussle, Annalise Liard-Bailey as Penny Pingleton and Monifa James as Little Inez. Featuring the hit songs Welcome To The 60s, You Can’t Stop The Beat, The Nicest Kids in Town and many more.

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SOPHIE SET TO REALISE LIFE-LONG DREAM

MANY OF US DREAM OF SCORING THE WINNING GOAL FOR OUR COUNTRY IN THE WORLD CUP FINAL, THE CRUCIAL GAME-WINNING TRY, OR PERHAPS HAVING AN OLYMPIC GOLD MEDAL AROUND OUR NECK AND IT WILL ALWAYS REMAIN JUST A DREAM FOR MOST, BUT ONE TRIATHLETE FROM KEYWORTH IS RIGHT ON THE TRACK TO REALISING A LIFE-LONG AMBITION. Brothers Alistair Brownlee and Jonny Brownlee are two of the best-known names in the world of triathlon. Both have won medals at the Olympics, indeed Alistair is a two-time gold medallist while Jonny has won a silver and a bronze at the last two Olympic Games. And now, 22-year-old Sophie Coldwell is on the path to follow in their footsteps and, who knows, could soon become talked about in the same circles as one of the most famous brother combinations in UK sport. Sophie has taken massive step to a dream she has had since she was a child and will represent Team England at the Commonwealth Games, which 16 | IN Nottingham | February 18

is being held on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia in April.

it involved a 50-metre swim, a two-kilometre cycle and an 800-metre run.

The former South Wolds Academy pupil, who is originally from Gravesend in Kent, moved to the area at the age of five and has had the triathlon bug for as long as she can remember.

“I do recall that I could barely swim at the time, so was pleasantly surprised to have won. It felt like the best thing ever.”

Describing herself as an active child, Sophie had her first taste of success after her mum entered her into an event at Clifton Leisure Centre when she was aged eight. She explained: “Mum saw an advert for the event in Clifton and entered me. From what I remember

Sophie subsequently raced in events up and down the country, which eventually lead her on to the Olympic Talent Squad and onto the World Class Programme at the age of only 17 Many of us like to run, or perhaps cycle, while some of us prefer to swim to keep fit, but being a triathlete means you have to excel in all the areas.

With most of the events taking place in the summer, a lot of training is done in the winter and, as Sophie explains, you have to be focused to achieve your goals. “You have to make sure your training is consistent from week to week,” she said. “You need some recovery periods but with fewer races over the winter, it is a great time to put back to back weeks of training together.

“I’M ABSOLUTELY OVER THE MOON TO HAVE BEEN SELECTED” “I find that one key to the winter is to make sure you enjoy the training you are doing. It’s a long time before the fun of racing begins again, so if you aren’t enjoying the training you aren’t going to be very motivated.” Last year was huge for Sophie with her first global medal, a bronze in the U23 event at the ITU World Championships in Rotterdam. She also secured fourth place finish on the ITU World Triathlon Series in Yokohama.

“IT WAS ONE OF THOSE SURREAL MOMENTS WHERE I HAD TO RE-READ THE EMAIL SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE I COULD ACCEPT THAT I WAS ON MY TO AUSTRALIA TO REPRESENT MY COUNTRY. who joins an elite band of athletes in representing their country. “I’m absolutely over the moon to have been selected,” she said. “When the email came through with the news, I honestly expected it to say that I hadn’t made it. “It was one of those surreal moments where I had to re-read the email several times before I could accept that I was on my way to Australia to represent my country. “After many years of competing in triathlons, it got to the stage where I was performing consistently well. It was at this point that my coach suggested that the Commonwealth Games was a very realistic target.

This was enough to secure selection for the Commonwealth Games and she also won senior ETU European Championship silver.

“From that point on, I didn’t really put any huge pressure on myself. I just concentrated on performing to the best of my ability. I knew that I’d put in a good year, but never truly expected to be selected.

It seems that all those days of training on dark winter mornings have paid off in spades for Sophie,

“My mum, who has been so much a part of my journey, was absolutely overjoyed and is already

looking forward to coming out with me to lend her support and soak up the atmosphere of such a big event.” One of the biggest events in Nottingham last year was the British Triathlon Mixed Relay Cup, held on the banks of the River Trent, and Sophie took the silver medal in the inaugural event, something that will live in her memory for a long time. “You had the technical bit on the bike, the swim and the run over Trent Bridge and back across, that was literally amazing and crowds lined the route the whole way. Nottingham’s my home – it was incredible. To bring triathlon here was just brilliant.” The 2018 Commonwealth Games will be held on the Gold Coast from 4th to 15th April 2018.

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Style By Kim Chantler (Blogger)

LUSCIOUS LINGERIE AH, L’AMOUR! FEBRUARY CERTAINLY IS THE MONTH OF LOVE, ISN’T IT? WITH HEART-SHAPED EVERY THING AND CHEEKY CAMISOLES IN SHOP WINDOWS, SPECIAL OFFERS FOR CANDLE LIT DINING AT RESTAURANTS AND EVEN, FOR THOSE POT TER-HEADS OUT THERE, POTIONS TO MAKE THE ONE YOUR HEART DESIRES FINALLY REALISE THAT YOU ARE THEIR ‘ONE’. Now, as much as I’m not one for all that loveydovey mush (seriously, my Valentines will consist of warming up tins of soup and asking my partner to pass the Netflix remote over), I do quite like the emergence of rather luscious lingerie into the shops. Stuff the bloke, I’m going to parade in front of the mirror and admire my own assets instead! Here are my top picks on the highstreet this month!

Stretch material, seductive lace and a nice coverage of your midriff, all for a marvellous £23.49, with sizes ranging from 10-28. It’s an utter bargain, just don’t wear it to work.

ASOS - Fuller Bust Florence Strappy Lace - £20 I am a huge fan of cage underwear, I think it looks effortlessly chic with a little bit 50 shades about it. ASOS do a cracking set for £20 in sizes 20DD38HH in their Florence set, as do the entire Curvy Kate Scantily range, which is lush beyond words and go up to a K cup!

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Longline bras are both sexy and completely reusable as normal every day bras, Primark I found have the better priced ones for the smaller bust and are also very pretty. My favourites are the black lace ones for just £5!

And finally, gentleman, I think these love heart boxers are both fun and on point! Get your kit off and put this little number on! Have a marvellous Valentines guys ;)

You can find Kim on her Blog callmekim.net @callmekimhq @callmekimhq callmekimchannel For my ladies out there who are conscious of their tummy, look no further than the cheeky lace babydoll with polka dot bow from NineX Lingerie.

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Feature By Hollie Rowson-Dilks

KATE’S LOVE FOR DESIGNING INTERIORS SIT TING DOWN AND ADMIRING INTERIORS DESIGNED IMPECCABLE SHOWROOM AND STUDIO, KATE STEPHENSON, THE OWNER AND INTERIOR DESIGNER, SHOWED ME ONE OF THE PROJECTS SHE WAS CURRENTLY WORKING ON . A design board showcasing different images, fabrics, paints, wallcoverings and examples of room layout. Kate would soon be showing the board to her client, following their initial consultation meeting. This particular client was interested in Interiors Designed unique selling point, an Interior Design Service for just £89 per room! If I’m being honest, I always thought that to hire an interior designer it would be quite pricey. However, it seems this is not the case here. With this service, Interiors Designed offers, in addition to the design board, a specification sheet (which is a ‘shopping list’ to you and me) is produced so you can transform your chosen room in your own time and when cashflow allows. As I sat chatting to Kate, she told me how her great new business was born. After raising a wonderful family alongside working, she decided “it was time for ME”! And there began her new chapter, with a 20 | IN Nottingham | February 18

background in sales and marketing, but a flair for interior design, Kate took a leap of faith in herself and went back to learning and enrolled at the National Design Academy where she later qualified as a Level 3 Professional Interior Designer. Interiors Designed started in Kate’s office at her home. There she would handle and deal with all the business coming through, until she got to that great part that any entrepreneur is waiting for, where she needed some administrative support, and a bigger space.

Whilst arriving at her regular hair appointment at TopKnot, she came across the perfect premises where she could expand her business. Visualising exactly how it would look within seconds, Kate knew it was fate and by the end of the week she had the keys to her shiny new showroom and studio. Once her new business space was ready, it was time for Kate to hire her first member of staff. Jo, also a working Mum and a very well trusted friend

“TRY AND MAKE A PLAN AND STICK TO IT - THAT WAY YOU SHOULD AVOID COSTLY MISTAKES IN THE LONG RUN”

of Kate’s, joined the team and they now make a fantastic duo, satisfying clients across all aspects of the business.

and upholstery. As well as wallcoverings, lighting, flooring and furniture and again, all working within the client’s budget.

Kate’s main aim is to make interior design a service that’s accessible to everyone, regardless of budget. She understands that people’s homes should reflect their own style and personality and whilst Kate offers the advice and knowledge to make it happen, she is looking to provide an end result which suits the client and their preferences.

Kate and Jo are always pleased to welcome visitors to the studio and whilst we were there, several people dropped in to browse the showroom and look through some fabric and wallpaper books which are always available.

“IT WAS TIME FOR ME!”

The vast range of suppliers that Interiors Designed work with, means they can offer a huge choice of fabrics for curtains, blinds, cushions

As we said our goodbyes to Kate and Jo, I asked for a ‘top tip’. Kate said, “Try and make a plan and stick to it – that way you should avoid costly mistakes

in the long run”, Kate continued “From a design point of view, if you’re working with neutrals, which are very popular at the moment, remember to add interest using textures and tones. Layer up different fabrics with cushions and throws – this can really help to bring warmth and personality into a room”.

For more information contact Kate at kate@interiorsdesigned.co.uk interiorsdesigned.co.uk

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PLANNING YOUR HOME PROJECTS – THE INTERIOR DESIGNER WAY SO, AFTER DRY JANUARY, THE DETOX IS COMPLETE, AND WE CAN START LOOKING FORWARD TO SPRING. BUT DON’T WASTE THE SHORTEST MONTH OF THE YEAR - I LIKE TO USE FEBRUARY AS A PLANNING MONTH FOR THE COMING SEASONS. Your home will need a ‘detox’ at some point in the year too and why not use the approach of Spring, and all the energy it brings, to do just that? The obligatory ‘Spring Clean’ quite often means freshening up schemes and updating interiors. If you are thinking of an overhaul to a room or even your entire home, remember the most important thing of all. Planning, planning, planning. Making lists and taking measurements may not sound very ‘interior design’ or exciting, but without the research, the detailed planning and the understanding of the space and where you want to take it, the task could prove a lot more expensive than it needs to be. Ask yourself, what is the room used for? What kind of feeling would you like to experience here? 24 | IN Nottingham | February 18

Big bold colours are a joy to see in the home, but in a room like a bedroom, you may want to consider softer tones which provoke tranquillity and relaxation.

Layered neutrals in this bedroom provide a peaceful sanctuary for rest and retreat. However, if you are looking to inject some colour and lift the palette in a room, use varying textures and patterns in fabrics which sit easily together.

This new collection, ‘Al Fresco’ from Prestigious Textiles, creates a real ‘designer look’ as the upholstery, cushions and curtains all have a relationship through colour or pattern. For stockists of this collection, plus many more fabrics and wallcoverings, see prestigioustextiles.co.uk If you’d really like to introduce a little elegance into a lounge or dining room but worry about it looking ‘over the top’ a few simple elements can help to create the right feel. If you’re using a backdrop of neutrals, such as creams, whites or taupes, then bring in a hint of black. A border on a cushion, one piece of furniture or a pair of black lamps will offer immediate sophistication and elevate your room to ‘boutique chic’. Metallics are still very much on trend this season and will also add an elegant, luxurious feel to a

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