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Issue No.56 February 2018
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Editor’s note
Contents
Welcome to the latest edition of BEVERLEYMAG.
4 Local News 6 2018 Interior Trends 8 The Property Column 10 Bygone Beverley: February Fevers 12 Health & Wellbeing 13 Boutique Fitness with Kirsty Sparks 14 Food & Drink Seven Pages for Foodies 14 Roy Woodcock’s World of Wine 16 Deli No.1 Review 18 Pollo Swizzera Recipe 19 Red Velvet Cake Recipe 21 Travel with Marion Owen China 22 Spring Wedding Feature 22 Choosing a Photographer 3 24 The Bride’s Speech? 25 The Groom’s Speech 26 Crossword & Sudoku 28 Local People, Local Lives Annemarie Foster of East Yorks’ Food Bank 30 Hull City Column 32 Gardening: February 34 Fiona’s Food For Thought 34 Useful Numbers
Let me start by thanking everybody who entered our ‘Big Beverley Christmas Give-away’, in the last edition - we were overwhelmed with enties - it was the best response to any competition with several hundreds of people joining in. The lucky winner was drawn live on Beverley FM 107.8 on Thursday 21st December and was Mr David Richarson from Beverley. Congratulations to him and his family. We will be back with an even bigger and better draw next Christmas! We welcome Sam and Denise of the East Riding Archive as new contributors to the magazine this month. They will have a regular ‘Bygone Beverley’ column in which they will share interesting facts from the wonderful archives stored within the Treasure House here in Beverley.
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If you fancy cooking something different this month, Louie (from La Scala) and his brother Giovanni (from Figaro’s) are back with two more great recipes that you can easily do at home and if you fancied a glass of wine to accompany it, then check out Roy Woodcock ‘World of Wine’. If you are looking to get fit and are serious about it I recommend that you check out Kirsty Sparks boutique fitness feature on page 13. Kirsty has brought something totally new to Beverley that will revolutionise fitness in the area with targeted and personalised training.
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Until next month take care.
Jane Editor
BeverleyMag Team Managing Director: Nic Gough. Sales Director & Editor: Jane Gough. Advertising Sales Manager: Lindsey Adams. Advertising Sales: Gaynor Preston-Routledge. Finance Manager: Steve Mann. Designers: Mervyn King, Adam Jacobs. Photography: Cluskey Smith Weddings. Contributors: Fiona Dwyer, Jo Watson Davies, Chris Warkup, Jane Kinnersley, Roy Woodcock. © Beverley Mag 2018. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be used or reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. All information contained in this magazine is for information only and is as far as we are aware, correct at the time of going to press. BEVERLEYMAG cannot accept any responsibility for errors or inaccuracies in such information. Readers are advised to contact advertisers directly with regards to the price of products and/or services, referred to in this magazine.
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Local News
Graham Stuart MP:
Rethinking our environmental habits can reap rewards Everyone is talking about what we can do to make our planet a better place to live. From cleaning up the oceans to protecting our green spaces, it is encouraging to see environmental awareness come to the forefront of the public conscience. I find it even more rewarding to see a range of projects and initiatives across Beverley and Holderness that are setting a good example for others to follow. One such idea is the Tesco Bags of Help scheme, which supports local
schools, sports clubs and community groups with funds raised by the 5p charge on plastic bags in their stores. In January, Beverley Tesco put on a fantastic ‘Meet the Funder Day’ so that nominees could put forward their case for funding and see how this environmentallyfriendly policy can benefit local people. Since March 2016, groups in the Beverley area have been awarded £75,000 to buy new equipment, train coaches and host community events.
range of free events across the constituency.
This month I was also urging residents to switch on to the Big Energy Saving Week. In partnership with the Government, Citizens Advice Hull and East Riding were promoting a ‘check, switch and save’ campaign to cut home energy bills and ran a
Like the Bags of Help project, the Big Energy Saving campaign promises a dual benefit for residents: being more considerate to our environment and helping to reduce the burden of household bills. Simple measures such as turning the T.V. off standby or
switching off lights can have a remarkable effect on our wallets and our environment. Graham Stuart is the Conservative MP for Beverley & Holderness you can contact him through the following channels: T: 01482 679687 E: graham@grahamstuart.com www.grahamstuart.com
The Beverley Mag Big Christmas Giveaway winner is named as...
Mr & Mrs David Richardson of Normandy Avenue, Beverley. Their entry was draw live on the BeverleyFM breakfast show on 21st December. Congratulations to them from all involved.
Beverley Town Council and the Rotary Club of Beverley are joining together to organise a flipping good fundraising Pancake Race in the town centre on
SUNDAY 11th FEBRUARY 2018 They are looking for teams from local pubs, businesses and organisations who want to take part. There will also be competitions for individuals and schools. If you or your organisation is interested in taking part, please email
clerk@beverley.gov.uk or call 01482 874096.
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The top interior trends for 2018 Not a marble ledge or millenial pink wall in sight, this year, it’s more about understated tones with splashes of bright, luxurious textures and outdoor decorations. Textures 2018 is going to be the year of leather and velvet. Velvet is billed to be the fabric of choice for statement soft furnishing (yes, this may really be the year to finally invest in that forest green Chesterfield). As for leather, it’s all about bedrooms think upholstered headboards and quilted chairs.
make it the standout feature of the room. Earthy Neutrals Sage is slated to be the new neutral. Replacing the likes of pure white, beige and stone - the muted green with grey undertones is certainly more bold than others but it’s an approachable colour. Paired with woods and a cream colour palette, the green will soften and warm up any space. Other pastels that are tipped to be hot include soft mustards, jades and olives. Pattern Plants It may have seemed like house plants were in their hey day most of last year but they’re not going anywhere. This year, however, they’ll be patterned. According to Pinterest searches for “pattern plants” is up 533 per cent. With vibrant designs and colours, they may just be the cheapest way to give your room a new lease of life. Terrazzo Cool in the ‘70s, uncool in the ‘90s, cool in 2018. Yes, Terrazzo is back. The colourful floor tiles add an incredible edge to any room and if you can’t stretch to the painfully beautiful marble Terrazzo tiles from Max Lamb, expect lots of more affordable options to appear on the market over the coming months as designers open their arms to the composite stone once again. Statement Ceilings Forget statement walls and look to the ceiling. Searches for “statement ceilings” are up by 310 per cent this year on Pinterest and we can see why. An inventive way to transform a room from the top down - people are keeping the walls one colour but then wallpapering, tiling, decorating or painting the ceiling to
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Brights Yes, there are new neutrals but bold pigments are still set to be hot this year. BeverleyMag predicts an abundance of burnt orange and greens - including forest and cactus green - as well as peacock blue, Bordeaux and tomato reds with ochre. Dark woods The Scandi trend that seems to have reigned for, well, forever may have taught us to select bleached woods and indiscreet furniture but this year, we’re going bolder. Expect to see the likes of dark oak, mahogany and textured walnut pieces adding a new depth to a room.
Show-stopping doors Time to stop thinking of interiors as just inside - statement doors are on the up. Searches on Pinterest for “colourful doors” have increased by 121 per cent this year alone. Whether the doors painted with neon hues, framed by decadent bay trees or has a message mat in front of it - people aren’t skimping on outdoors decadence.
The New Metallics Instead of rose and yellow gold, more industrial shades of metal are expected to become the prominent choice. From brass to nickel - less high shine materials will add a more organic element to your space.
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PROPERTY COLUMN What is the Buy To Let (BTL) market doing and should I invest?’ In the newspapers there have been several national articles which have outlined government strategies which have presented a negative view of BTL. However, the fact remains that people still need homes to live in and we are currently experiencing a high level of demand for quality homes. However before investing in the market there are several points you need to consider, and the following are just a few of these. What is the reason why you wish to invest? Typically, this is answered by the need to provide a long-term investment typically a pension. I have had discussions with Landlords who commented on how they are looking for long term capital growth. These Landlords will research the geographic areas and anticipated house prices growth before making a speculative investment. Whilst other Landlords consider rental income and yields looking at bettering current returns on investments from other sources.
Do your Research As a landlord the role is multifunctional and varied. You will be required to use a variety of knowledge and skill to perform the role. By doing your own research you are able immerse yourself in the vocabulary of terms of ASTs, Section notices to GSR. Knowledge of the current and proposed legal requirements are vital. For example, knowledge of the gas safety legislation, Co2 and smoke alarms requirements, the Right to Rent legislation and the proposed EPC requirements for 2018 are all areas which we are able to advise you on.
Research the market This is where you need to consider your investment strategies. Are you looking for growth or rental yield?. There are many websites to calculate yield however we at Martin & Co are more than happy to provide information to aid your decision-making process. We have knowledge of the demand of properties in various areas. This influences the potential rent which can be achieved.
Tenants You need to remember that this a home for a person to live in. You need to consider what different tenants require and expect. For example, when thinking about family homes, pets are important as the ability to allow pets can make all the difference. If you have specific questions we at Martin & Co are able to use our skills and knowledge to advise. Therefore, in this current buoyant market where we currently have a waiting list of potential applicants and to answer, ‘should I invest?’, we are more than happy to discuss your needs. Michael Allison, Director of Martin & Co (Beverley)
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FEBRUARY FEVERS Are you still trying to overcome that lingering cough or cold from the new year, which just won’t go away in spite of all the medicines money can buy? Well, if you were to walk into your local archives instead of the local chemists, you would find one or two remedies that are nowhere to be seen on the high street. Within our collections at East Riding Archives there is a small number of ‘cures’ for coughs and colds from the 19th century. However, anyone who thinks they might like to try one out should beware; these remedies contain the sort of ingredients you don’t want to mess with at any cost. For example, in one archive collection there is a remedy for ‘feverish colds’, which prescribes a concoction of ‘Spirit of Mindererus’, ‘Antimonial Wine’, and ‘Sweet Spirit of Nitre’. If a patient took just a little too much of these ingredients it would have had drastic effects such as faintness, nausea, powerful vomiting, severe diarrhoea, ‘nervous derangement’, severe muscle weakness, and ultimately death. Nowadays, these cold remedies merely serve as curiosities. Some of the ingredients mentioned in the archives are potentially lethal, so we should be thankful that we can rely on ‘lemsips’ in the 21st century! The remedy for ‘feverish colds’ states:
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“Half an ounce of Spirit of Mindererus in one ounce of water, twenty drops of Anti-monial Wine and one teaspoonful of sweet spirit of nitre, taken at Bed time will generally promote perspiration; this dose is for an adult and may be repeated for two or three nights at Bed time. The nitre may be omitted where it does not agree.” The key ingredients: Spirit of Mindererus – (A liquor or solution of ammonium acetate – promotes perspiration. The dose is 2-6 drachms. Source: www.thefamilydoctor.com)
Sweet Spirit of Nitre – (Also ‘niter’, or ‘spirit of nitrous ether’. Pale yellow liquid, fragrant smell, pungent taste. Appears to have been known as early as the 15th century, if not before. It’s a nervous stimulant, increases secretion of urine and perspiration, and ‘excites’ the stomach. Inhalation produces bluish-purple lips, and
this extends to face and extremities of body with continued inhalation. Creates severe muscle weakness, slows breathing. Known to have caused death. Dosage should be administered with great caution – as a fluidrachm in cold water, every 2, 3, or 4 hours. Relieves cough, hoarseness, irritation of throat. Source: http://chestofbooks.com)
Bygone Beverley This month we would like to introduce and welcome Samuel Bartle and Denise Frankland from the East Riding Archives. Antimonial wine – (Prepared by dissolving tartar emetic in sherry wine. 2-8 drops to be given for a dose, repeated every hour. If taken in overdose however, it can cause faintness, nausea, followed by powerful and continued vomiting, severe diarrhoea, constriction and burning sensation in throat, cramps, or spasmodic twitching, nervous derangement, and can often lead to death. Source: http://chestofbooks. com)
Sam and Denise have agreed to provide something topical and of interest to us each month to share with BeverleyMag readers in our new Bygone Beverley feature. The Archive gives access to a range of rare books, old newspapers, documents, photographs, maps, plans and microform resources of East Riding history. You can also search the online catalogue to find items you would like to view in the research room at the Treasure House.
It is based within the Treasure House on on Champney Road, Beverley, HU17 8HE. It is open at the following times: • Monday: 9.30am – 5pm • Tuesday: 9.30am – 8pm • Wednesday: 9.30am – 5pm • Thursday: 9.30am – 8pm • Friday: 9.30am – 5pm • Saturday: 9am – 4pm Telephone (01482) 392790
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Health, Beauty & Wellbeing
Days for Darcee-Ella Darcee-Ella is a 4-year old girl from Beverley with a life limiting illness called Battens disease, which causes her to have dozens of fits every day and will shorten her life expectancy to between 4-12 years of age. As such we want to help raise money to meet her needs and make her life as happy as possible. The Juke Joint Kings will be playing a charity event with support from Soft Shoe Sam and Chris Martin to raise money for Darcee-Ella at Beverley Rugby Club on 23rd February. Food will be available on the evening. Tickets are £10 and are available from Beverley Music and Dance, Norwood, Tel 881584, or from Beverley RUFC
2018’s Top 5 Prom Trends with Ballgown Divas of Tickton With the 2018 Prom Dress Season well under way and many girls searching for their perfect dress we look at the highlights and trends for this season. We now have all the new 2018 dresses in store and this years dresses are more beautiful than ever with over 300 dresses in store to choose from. Number one is couture style detailing and is one of the biggest trends with beautiful beading and crystals and tiny attention to detail as shown in full crystal dresses such as our Envious 18153. Number two is perfection in cuts with very strong curves to show off body shapes and give dramatic effect with extreme length trains as in our Jovani 55185 and 55187. Trend number three is the ‘Bardot’ off the shoulder style which is very flattering and suits most body shapes because it makes the waist look smaller and shows off curves. Number four is colour palettes with there being two strong themes this time borrowing from the very cool pastels of the catwalks to the strong and vibrant rubies and reds. And lastly, number five is use of materials and this is showcased in the brand new glitter jerseys which are new this year and give a fantastic bit of sparkle to even the simplest of dresses. There really is something for everyone this year and we have sizes ranging from UK 0 to UK 28 in store and also go up to size UK 40 as required. We look forward to seeing you, come and have some fun.
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Roy Woodcock’s
World of Wine Veggie and Vegan Vino You may have noticed January was dubbed “Veganuary”; a relative new phenomenon (to me, any way) aimed at persuading people to try to live without meat, fish and other animal based food, such as dairy products, for a substantial period of time.
Now I guess I need to make it clear that I’m neither vegetarian nor vegan but it got me thinking about how those of you who are approach the whole subject of wine. After all, the majority of people are unaware that wine, although made from grapes, may have been made using animalderived products. During the winemaking process, the liquid is filtered through substances called “fining agents.” This process is used to remove protein, yeast, cloudiness, “off” flavours and colourings, and other organic particles. In previous decades, it was not unusual to use bulls’ blood for this procedure and although this was
banned by the EU after the BSE crisis, a number of animal-derived products are still permitted for the production of wine. Popular animal-derived fining agents include include blood and bone marrow, but also casein (milk protein), chitin (fibre from crustacean shells), egg albumen (derived from egg whites), fish oil, gelatin (protein from boiling animal parts), and isinglass (gelatin from fish bladder membranes). Thankfully, for vegetarians and vegans, there are several common fining agents that are animalfriendly . . . carbon, bentonite clay, limestone, kaolin clay, plant casein, silica gel, and vegetable plaques are all suitable alternatives. But, and this can obviously pose problems, there is no obligation for winemakers to state whether they’ve used animal products on their labels. Which means that in many shops or restaurants you have no idea whether or not a wine has been fined, or whether the fining agent was a veggie-friendly alternative. Thankfully, with the rise in interest in the subject in recent years, more and more do. And there has been a corresponding increase in the number of clearly-labelled vegetarian and vegan wines. Tesco, for example, say more than half of
their own-label wines are suitable for vegetarians (the figure is lower for vegans), while more and more of the big supermarkets say whether a wine is vegetarian or vegan on its own-label products.
The Spread Eagle in Hackney says it has rotating cask ales that are specially brewed without the addition of finings, “making them not only natural, but deliciously tasty and 100 per cent vegan”.
The Co-op probably leads the way on this and proudly claims to be the first food retailer in the UK to label allergen and ingredients on its wines. Talking to one of the Co-op’s wine team during the month I discovered they have been reacting positively to the trend and confidently predict a growing demand through 2018.
Locally, we’re blessed with two great family businesses, Roberts & Speight in Beverley, and House of Townend, at Melton, who both supply vegetarian and vegan-friendly wines, with expert staff on hand to advise you.
Simon Cairns, category trading manager for Co-op wines, said: “We are anticipating vegan wines to pick up momentum throughout 2018 following the growth in 2017, so we are challenging suppliers to make wines vegan, where they can without affecting the attributes of the liquid. We expect the number of vegan wines to continue to increase over the coming years.” He said the Co-op has been working closely with winemakers globally to pioneer the use of vegan-friendly wine additives and now boasts 77 wines in its range which have been filtered using non-animal based fining agents. That could rise to 100 by the end of the year. I’ve picked out a couple of Co-op wines this month amongst my best buys and teamed them with two more vegan and vegetarian-friendly wines from Waitrose. Incidentally, the same situation applies to beer drinkers and I know of one London pub that markets itself as completely vegetarian. It was joined during January by another claiming to be that city’s first vegan pub, both in terms of its food and drink offerings.
Both also run regular wine tasting events and looking ahead, House of Townend in particular have some great evenings lined up at their Cellar Door outlet, many of which are already sold out or selling out fast. Keep an eye out on their website (www.houseoftownend.com) but this month, for instance, one that still had places available as we went to print is “The America’s Portfolio Tasting” on Friday February 16 (6.45 - 9pm; tickets £15).
This is one of three portfolio tasting events that are new to the tasting calendar in 2018. This event will focus on wines from the Americas, including Chile, Argentina, Mexico and the USA. It will be a walk-around event with a vast selection of each country’s wines available to taste and will include an introduction to each country and some of the wines on the tasting. The following month I noticed there are still tickets available for a Champagne tasting evening, with Pol Roger Champagnes.
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Best Buys Irresistible Gavi
Irresistible Viognier
Where: Co-op When: Now Why: Vegetarian and vegan friendly wine from Northern Italy. Despite being from a region more famous for red wines Gavi has carved out a well-deserved reputation for excellent, dry and refreshing whites - this alluring wine has a mouth-watering palate of white apple and almonds.
Where: Co-op When: Now Why: My second choice from the veganfriendly wine range; this one a silver medal winner at the International Wine Challenge. A rich, delicious, honeyed white, perfectly balanced by the zingy acidity. It has enough body and texture to be very enjoyable on its own but it is also fantastic with seafood or simple salads.
Price: £7.99
Les Six Terroirs Touraine Sauvignon Blanc Price: £7.99 (was £10.99)
Where: Waitrose When: Now, until February 20 Why: From northern France’s Loire Valley. It has got that classic Sauvignon Blanc citrus twist but rather more delicately done than many a cheap-ish Marlborough Sauvignon. As mentioned, this is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.
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Price: £7.49
Gabriel Meffre Organic Price: £7.49 (was £9.99)
Where: Waitrose When: Now, until February 20 Why: This French Cotes du Rhone, as well as being organic (another fast-growing trend) is also suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. The colour is a deep, velvety red, the nose has a generous aroma of plum and cherry and the texture is rich & smooth. Enjoy with simple, hearty food.
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Morich Mach
£5.95
White fish cooked in a spicy sauce with garlic, ginger, green chillies garnished with coriander.
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£7.95
King prawns gently cooked with special fenugreek leaves creating a light subtly flavoured dish.
Tandoori King Prawn Massalla £9.95 King prawns part cooked in the tandoori clay oven then simmered in a delicately flavoured creamy curry.
King Prawn Sag
King Prawn Biryani
£9.95
Traditional dish of King Prawns cooked with basmati rice and served with a vegetable curry.
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The following dishes are served on a hot sizzling platter with a side salad and the chef ’s own fresh mint sauce prepared daily for your pleasure
Shabji Chameli £5.95 Aubergine, Cauliflower, Okra mixed in a curry with onion, garlic, tomato and simmered with pickles, that gives a nice savoury taste.
£4.95 Chopped aubergine cooked in our chef ’s own spicy sauce that includes green chillies and capsicum.
Chicken Tikka Shashlik
Chicken Tikka
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Tikka Lamb
£8.95
Tandoori Mixed Grill
£7.95
Tandoori Chicken
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Biryani £7.95 Vegetables cooked with Basmati rice served with vegetable curry. An old favourite.
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Korma Bhuna Rogan Dupiaza Patia Madras Dansak Vindaloo
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£5.95
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Barbecued pieces of salmon cooked with courgettes in a medium strength sauce.
Choice of Chicken, Lamb or Prawn. King Prawn is £3.00 extra with the above dishes.
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NB. May find small bones in all fish dishes
Nuts are used as ingredients in our restaurants and although great care is taken during preparation, we cannot fully guarantee against traces in other dishes we serve.
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Mixed Vegetable Bhaji Chana Bhaji Bindy Bhaji Begun Bhaji Bombay Aloo Sag Bhaji Sag Aloo Aloo Gobi Coli Bhaji Mushroom Bhaji Tarka Dall
Boiled Rice Pillau Rice Mushroom Pillau Vegetable Pillau Special Pillau Onion Pillau Garlic Pillau Egg Pillau Nan Bread
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£5.95 Mixed vegetables cooked to our chef ’s own recipe and served in a special pot called a Balti.
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Tandoori King Prawns
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Shabji Balti
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Shabji Massalla
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Fresh mixed vegetables prepared in a delicately flavoured creamy sauce.
Shabji Korai
£5.95 A succulent blend of herbs and spices sizzling away in a Korai dish for authentic flavour garnished with fresh tomatoes and capsicum.
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Mach Jalfrezi (Hot)
A stir-fried dish with lightly braised onions, garlic, ginger,tomatoes and fresh green chillies.
Shuhagi Mach
The Tandoori and Tikka dishes served at the Bengal Brasserie are meats that have been marinated, skewered and cooked in a clay oven.
£7.95
King Prawns gently cooked with spinach creating a light, subtly flavoured dish.
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BAR DINING ROULETTE POKER BLACKJACK SLOTS
Tandoori Mach Massalla £7.95 White fish prepared in a delicately flavoured creamy sauce.
King Prawn Methi
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Shabji Paner
£5.95 Mushroom, potato and peas cooked with cottage cheese in a medium strength sauce.
Shabji Jalfrezi (Hot) £5.95 A stir-fried dish with lightly braised onions, garlic, ginger, tomatos and green chillies.
Chilli & Coriander Nan Keema Nan Peshwari Nan Garlic & Coriander Nan Cheese Nan Keema & Garlic Nan Plain Pratha
£1.80 £1.80 £2.00 £1.80 £2.00 £2.00 £2.00
Keema Pratha £2.00 Aloo Pratha £2.00 Chapati £0.40 French Fries £1.50 Papadom £0.45 Assorted Chutneys per Tray £1.20 Raita £1.00 (Onion or Cucumber)
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Five Star Food The BeverleyMag team recently had the pleasure of enjoying lunch at Deli No.1 at the Flemingate Centre and took the opportunity to sample various dishes from their new menu! The recently refurbished café was comfortable and welcoming and the staff were attentive but not intrusive. Daniel Moxon and his team couldn’t do enough for us. After escorting us to our table, they talked us through the ordering system, happily explaining some of the dishes to us and brought us our drinks order whilst we pondered over the mouthwatering menu.
Shortly after we were presented with what can only be described as plates of art, beautifully stacked and garnished burgers, in locally sourced artisan rolls packed full of fresh, colourful ingredients, bursting with flavour.
Now we are not an easy team to please – two meat eaters and two very strict vegetarians! However, the choice was vast and we were soon awaiting the arrival of lunch. During this time, the conversation came around to the subject of the perfect ‘Flat White’ coffee, something Steve (our Finance Manager) is always searching for. So naturally, Steve had ordered a flat white …… and guess what, he wasn’t disappointed. As soon as the coffee arrived it commanded attention, no plain white cup for this masterpiece. A deepness of colour to the top with the barista’s art revealing smooth milk below, that shouted ‘I am different’ and it was. Steve asked Daniel who had prepared the drink for him in order that he could compliment them on their barista skills, and Daniel replied “It is our policy to train all our staff to very high standards so they always provide the very best food or drink they can”.
From the Portobello mushroom burger (pictured below), to Deli No.1’s signature burger - a 6oz steak burger topped with bacon and blue cheese! Side orders of lazy fries, sweet potato chips and herby potatoes, made the perfect accompaniment. The new menu also boasts various quality wines and prosecco’s – the perfect addition to your ‘Brunch date’ with a friend. Well naturally, it would have been rude not to try a little, so we all indulged in a glass of chilled peach prosecco - the BeverleyMag veredict: You must order a glass!
So all in all, if you are looking for that perfect cup of coffee, brunch or lunch with a friend or just one of the best, mouthwatering burgers in town, pop in and give it a try – you won’t be disappointed. What’s more, if you are in a rush and want your lunch ready to collect when you arrive, give them a call or fill in your order on facebook and leave the rest to them!
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Happy New Year to you all - Enjoy our recipes this February
Louis’ Pollo Swizzera This chicken recipe has always been very popular with the residents of Beverley (I am asked frequently by friends and customers for this). It is very quick and simple dish to prepare and it tastes delicious - a great winter warmer. INGREDIENTS Butterfly Chicken Breast (1 portion per person) Olive oil 1 x onion 1 x Tin of Tomatoes Basil to taste Garlic butter Sliced cooked ham (enough to cover chicken breast) Sliced Gruyere cheese
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Would you like Giovanni or Louie to do a special recipe for you? It could be: Pasta, Vegetarian, Chicken, Salad - in fact anything - just ask! Send your request to us on a postcard or drop one off at La Scala or Figaros in Beverley and we will pick out some to feature in a future editions.
METHOD In a frying pan, add one chopped onion to a tin of tomatoes and gently heat for 10 – 15 minutes, add basil to taste. In a separate frying pan, gently heat olive oil and then panfry chicken for 10-15 minutes until golden. Add a small amount of chicken stock and garlic butter and gently cook for a further 10 minutes. Remove tomatoes and onions from frying pan and place into a blender and blend to give a soup like consistency. Transfer chicken to an ovenproof dish and pour sauce around chicken. Cover the chicken with sliced cooked ham and then cover the ham and chicken with sliced gruyere cheese (mild or mature cheddar, can be used instead depending on individual taste)
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Put dish into a hot oven and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese has melted. Then serve and garnish.
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Giovanni’s Red Velvet Cake with dark chocolate icing & raspberries I know sometimes all of the roast lamb disappears, but if you manage to sneak some away, this makes a great day after dinner. INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup milk 1 tbsp white vinegar 2 tsp vanilla 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/2 tsp red food color 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt
Chocolate icing 1/4 cup dark chocolate, melted 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 cup icing sugar 1/2 cup butter 2 tsp vanilla essence Punnet of raspberries Chocolate shavings to garnish
Wishing all people in love - a very happy Valentines Day
METHOD 1 Preheat the oven to 180C. In a large bowl, whisk the butter, sugar, vanilla, vinegar, colouring and add one egg at a time, mixing well after each egg. 2 In another bowl, sift the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt, set aside. 3 Using an electrical mixer, alternate adding the flour mixture and the milk to the egg batter. Combine well but do not over mix. 4 Pour the batter in three nonstick pans (16cm) and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick or cake tester comes out clean. Let the cakes cool down. 5 In a stand mixer, whip up the butter until creamy, add the melted chocolate, cocoa and vanilla, then add the icing sugar gradually until well incorporated and creamy. 6 Now place one of the cakes on a rotating cake stand and spread a generous amount of icing on the cake. Place another cake on top and do the same, and with the last layer, turn the cake round side down and cover the entire cake with icing. 7 In the center place the raspberries, and sprinkle a little chocolate shavings on the side of this sumptuous chocolate cake. Decadent!
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Why is this such a fascinating country? So many reasons spring to mind but I am sure many that travel to China are curious! I have to admit I was. Everything is so different history, culture not to mention the language. Perhaps you will achieve learning a few phrases to speak whilst there but the chances of writing the words are somewhat not so easy. The fact we cannot read the language does not help if you are trying to find your way around, hence the majority of visitors enjoy an organised tour. China offers you a holiday packed with many famous sights along with special treats – some you may not expect. When I visited my most vivid memory is the hairs standing up on the back of my neck as I looked down onto the many rows and hundreds of Terracotta Warriors, the area is vast and each one is individually designed. How could no one have known of their existence? The site is huge and they know there are more to discover yet. The Great Wall of China, can you imagine this huge project without modern tools! This is a site no tour misses and you are usually given time to walk along a little way. As you look out over the countryside it goes as far as your eyes can see, not straight but weaving its way up and down. Beijing’s Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City, Dynasty’s long ago standing beside newer history with the tomb of Man Mo. The Panda reserve at Chengdu is a great way to see these cared for bears in their real habitat. Vibrant Shanghai, known as the Paris of the East, and Suzhan, the Venice of the East, provide another face to this country. Food - do not worry if Chinese food is not your favourite although I recommend you try the real McCoy. Western food is readily available in hotels. Travelling between the different provinces also allows you to try a varied style and taste of the local cuisine. Their lifestyles are changing, you do not see everyone wearing the blue overalls now but you will see the odd rickshaw mingling in the traffic with the peddler wearing a coolie hat. You do need a visa to visit China and this can cost you up to £200 this is included in our recommended inclusive tours. I have to say we have never had anyone return without tales, photographs and wonderful memories of this huge and diverse country. If you wish to know more about China why not call in and have a chat with myself or Lynne. If you are free on Thursday 22nd February why not join our day outing to immerse yourself in to China including a visit to the Terracotta Warriors exhibition. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Spring Wedding Feature
Choosing the right wedding photographer for you. Booking your wedding photographer can be a real challenge, with so much to consider and seemingly a lot of choice. So, Jenni from Cluskey Smith Weddings has come to the rescue and answered the kind of questions we feel are most important to know when planning your big day.
There is so much to consider from reportage to formal, which album design to opt for, how many hours to have the photographer there on the day, whether or not to have a pre wedding shoot - where do brides and grooms start!? An obvious start is to find out what is included in the package and it’s useful to consider how important those aspects are to you. Is an album included in the price or do you have to pay separately? Have you seen the quality of the album? Are there any other elements added?
Above all, make sure that you feel relaxed and at ease with your photographer(s). After all, the most important thing is that you enjoy every minute of your day it’s the photographer’s job to record and capture just that. Can you imagine having fun and a bit of a giggle with them? If you can, they’re more likely to bring out your ‘best side’ and create a much more natural look to your photography. There are so many photographers out there and it can be really difficult for people to choose out of them all. Do you have any tips for brides and grooms to help them find the perfect one for them? Ensure that, when you meet the photographer before booking, they show you examples of a full wedding from start to finish - picking out only the best images from each wedding doesn’t really give a true indication of their style or quality.
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What, in your opinion should brides and grooms be looking for in particular when choosing their wedding photographer?
Seriously consider having two photographers rather than one, as they are able to capture shots from more than one angle and really help tell a story of your day through the images. Linked to this - can you imagine getting ready in front of your photographer or with your photographer nearby? Maybe consider looking for a female photographer or a partnership where one of the photographers is female. Would they fit in with the girls getting ready in the morning and would you feel comfortable them seeing you in your underwear?! So many photographers are doing ‘too good to be true’ deals and the costs can really vary between different photographers. What should brides and grooms be paying for good quality service and results?
As with everything, there are good and bad quality photographers (and a real range of service quality) at every level of the market. If, like us, you’re a stickler for good old fashioned quality service, firstly consider the little things - Do the photographers respond quickly via email? Are they willing to meet up with you before booking? After all you’re likely to be dealing with these people a lot in the run up to your day and also afterwards too! Another good indication of ‘value for money’ is the quality of the products you’re shown – a wedding is hopefully a once-ina-lifetime, major event – do the albums and frames feel as though they would last a lifetime too? Would you be proud to have your wedding album on display on your coffee table or show it to your grandchildren?
Think carefully about whether or not to go for an album. Over the past few years, some brides and grooms have opted to go for photographs on a USB in an attempt to lower the cost, thinking that they will then put an album together themselves. In our experience though, many newly weds just don’t seem to have the time. So one of our key selling points is that we keep the photography and album separate, there’s no pressure to buy the album at the same time so it’s exactly the same price before, during or after the wedding Finally, in your opinion, what do you think are the signs of a great quality wedding photographer? A love of weddings, a passion for making people happy and a desire to provide only the best quality and service. Ask yourself this question - Do you feel that your photographer would help keep you calm in the few minutes before you walk down the aisle? We hope this has helped! A huge thank you to Jenni for her invaluable advice.
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THE FINAL SAY!
I’ve seen enough best men panic for weeks before the big day about the speech that they have to give, especially if they’re not a natural public speaker.
Should the bride break with wedding tradition and make a speech alongside the groom? Gaynor Preston-Routeledge prefers to stay silent, but our Lindsay Adams is all for throwing the rule book out of the window.
When it comes to a wedding, there’s already enough pressure on the bride – she’s expected to plan the entire day, ensure everyone has a good time, look amazing and be the centre of attention.
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Heaping yet another expectation on her, of having to write and deliver some warm and witty words, is just too much. I also like the continuity of my father giving a speech, with a response from my husband. Yes, it means only men will be speaking that day, but really, when you think about it, lots of elements of weddings are pretty sexist: it’s all about the woman being handed over from one man (her father) to another (her husband).
Yes, it’s tradition for the groom, father of the bride and best man to stand up and speak at a wedding, but why shouldn’t the bride get a say too? Chances are she’s the one who’s put months of hard work and passion into all the other aspects of the wedding day, so it only seems fair that she gets a chance to address her guests if she wants to. It’s all well and good looking pretty in a white dress, but most modern brides have plenty to say! I’m getting married in July, and as one of the very few occasions in my life where I’ll be surrounded by all my favourite people, it feels important that I’m able to tell them all how lucky I feel to have them all there to celebrate with me.
Admittedly, the idea has raised a few eyebrows among older family members, but so has the concept of a civil ceremony and an ice-cream tricycle – weddings, like everything else, have to move with the times!
My decision to make a speech at my wedding is partly down to the fact that my dad’s no longer around and my mum hates the idea of public speaking, but it would feel strange just to sit and hear people speaking about me without contributing.
I can’t wait to stand up and tell all my guests just how thrilled I am to have spent one of the happiest days of my life with them, and, of course, to say publicly just how proud I am to have married my wonderful husband – bring on the applause!
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No In my everyday life I’m definitely not someone who believes that a woman’s place is keeping quiet in the home. But on my wedding day? I’m very happy to sit there and let the men hold the microphone. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for equality, but I don’t want the stress of having to think about giving a speech.
If you’re going to start worrying about equality in the speeches, you really need to review the whole ceremony!And to end on a practical note: there are already enough speeches to contend with without adding a bride’s to the mix. There’s nothing worse than being a guest waiting patiently for your dinner, thinking it’s nearly there, only to find that the bride has popped up and is about to delay it by another 15 minutes. Also, it’s going to totally ruin the sweepstake on their length...
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The Groom’s Speech Ah, the groom’s speech. The source of anxiety and sweaty palms for many grooms, especially if you’re not used to speaking in public. Traditionally, the brief for the groom’s speech is quite simple: thank the bridesmaids, thank your wife, your families and anyone else who helped put the day together, express your joy at marrying the love of your life, and then introduce the best man. You can stick to this basic structure, or embellish it with some personal touches, but whatever you choose to include, we’ve put together our top twelve tips to help you make a speech that your guests will love, not cringe at. 1 Firstly, don’t make it too long. Although people who betted on a long set of speeches may thank you, no-one else will. There’s nothing worse than seeing wedding guests get restless as a speech goes on and on… and on. Ten minutes is an ideal length. 2 Starting with “my wife and I…” will always get a great reaction! 3 If your wife isn’t going to make her own speech, remember that you’re speaking for the two of you, so use ‘we’ where appropriate and make sure you ask her in advance what she’d like to be mentioned. 4 If your bride is making a speech (see our Last Word article opposite) go over your speeches together to make sure that you don’t overlap any material.
5 Remember that there will be older family members in the room, so keep out the smut. And chances are your best man will include enough for the both of you! 6 Everyone loves hearing about how a couple met, so a humorous yet sincere telling of how it happened for you is always a guaranteed crowd pleaser. 7 Avoid just reading out a list of thank yous – inject a little personality into what you’re saying. Anecdotes always go down well and make it more interesting, although refer back to tip one and don’t make them too long. 8 This is your chance to tell your guests, and your new wife, just how you feel, so make sure you use the opportunity to say some sincere and heartfelt things.
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9 Although you don’t have to memorise your speech off by heart, it will sound better if you don’t read it off a piece of paper. Instead, write key points down on note cards as helpful prompts. 10 If you do fumble or lose your way, it doesn’t matter. Your guests are the people who care most about you, so they won’t mind if it’s not a slick and professional speech.
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11 Your best man will be taking the opportunity of his speech to make fun of you, so get in a little jibe about him while you can! 12 And finally, if the thought of giving a speech really is too hideous to contemplate, why not hand over duties entirely to your new wife?
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LOCAL PEOPLE, LOCAL LIVES Name : Annemarie Foster Job: Charity volunteer as Trustee and Chair of East Yorkshire Food Bank Tell us about your family? Married to Tony for a 30 years. Son and daughter and three grandchildren What do you do in your spare time? Volunteer as a trustee for the East Yorkshire Food Bank. I love driving and exploring Yorkshire which is also a great way to promote the Food Bank in conversations over coffee in garden centres, cafés, restaurants, farm shops etc. How would you describe Beverley to a visitor? A hidden gem or a quieter version of York with all the history. What do you like most about Beverley? Exciting historic place to explore. Full of friendly people who will be delighted to share their favourite haunts to visit. I love living here after 30 years in London. If you could have dinner with anyone (alive or dead) who would it be and why? Jo Cox (MP) as she was dedicated to her local community. She was passionate to make a difference to peoples’ lives by tackling the many forms of inequality. May her legacy be an inspiration to others to volunteer in their communities for the benefit to lead best lives. What is your favourite food? As a vegetarian, Greek salad. Even better if in the sunshine of a Greek village taverna. Otherwise a banana as it is easily packed for a fresh easy boost of energy. When did you last go to the cinema and what did you see? Early in 2017 to see Ken Loach’s “I, Daniel Blake” Briefly explain your working day and what your job entails? My husband and I retired to live in Beverley from London 3 years ago. I am originally from Yorkshire. In London I worked for the NHS in senior management. I was a voluntary trustee for several charities covering homelessness and woman’s’ aid issues. I was also a trustee and chair of a large local credit union. I am passionate about serving my community and it is a privilege to able to use my skills to help tackle food poverty with the East Yorkshire Food Bank. What do you love most about your job? Our vision is to ensure that no one in the East Riding of Yorkshire has to go hungry. So as chair of the food bank I work with a great team of trustees and volunteers to promote and grow the food bank with the aim of long term financial sustainability. All food is generously donated by people and businesses from the local community. Therefore it is local people feeding local people
meeting local need. I would love you to join our 200 club. This is a way of directly supporting our work by committing £5 a month or more – see website: eastyorkshire.foodbank.org.uk or email: info@eastyorkshire.foodbank.org.uk Where do you see yourself in 10 year’s time? Hopefully retired from retirement! I’d love to be redundant as a result of there being no need for food banks with food poverty having been eradicated. However at present this seems highly unlikely. So please visit our website and help as much as you can or able. Thank you East Yorkshire Food Bank, 87 Mill Lane, Beverley HU17 9DH
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The Hull City Column
Worrying Times Ahead As we approach the end of the transfer window most fans are resigned to the club not rectifying previous errors to strengthen the squad and by close of play there is still the possibility that Jarrod Bowen will be sold off to the first offer on the table. Are Hull City fighting to stay in the Championship, yes the Championship, or are they sliding directionless through another division with hopes of Sky money and Premier League money gone forever. The team has won one league game in sixteen, accumulated ten points out of forty eight available and remain outside of the relegation positions on goal difference alone. Are the club throwing money at the problem? Are they buying a half decent forward, creative players and decent defenders?. No, Nothing much is happening, a few derisory bids for an Aberdeen defender and possibly a Barnsley centre half may be coming in. Hopes rest on the return of Will Keane after a years injury and Abel Hernandez being fit before March and playing for a place in the World Cup as he will have his heart set on a free transfer to Italy by his return.
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Abel Hernandez looks likely to sign a pre- contract elsewhere or will be yet another player unsure of his long term future and may lack full commitment to the fight. Ten players will be out of contract in June without deals on the table. Will some just go through the motions or will they fight till the bitter end? These players include Dawson, Meyler, McGregor and Hernandez. It could be argued that the club cannot afford to offer new deals to players on big deals especially as the parachute payment runs out in year one of their prospective new deal. This is a dilemma, do the club try to keep their best assets or chop the wage bill. Hull City just think of saving money but at the same time lose a £10 million forward for free. A new deal could have been discussed a year ago but no, like many who departed over the past twelve months there has been no foresight and off they go. Would Davies and Huddlestone be at Derby if new deals were offered before their contracts began to run down? Throw in the Chelsea loanees thirteen players may not be at the club in six months so that’s great for morale. Since Nigel Adkins arrived he has improved the defence but now they cannot score. This is a complete reversal to Slutsky’s team who were the divisions top scorers and worst defence. I suppose if you stop conceding you can always scrape draws but the team needs goals and wins.
Hull City need another thirty points to be safe so things need to improve. This is almost a repeat of the club’s relegation to the lower divisions in 1991. Stan Ternent’s team scored at will through Andy Payton and Peter Swan (yes that Peter Swan) but conceded as freely once Richard Jobson was sold off. Ternent was replaced by Terry Dolan who tightened the defence but to no avail and the rest was misery for several years...
£50 million to pay them off. One thing is for certain is that there could be darker times ahead. The parachute money runs out after next year and the club could still have transfer debts, the inland revenue and potentially highly paid players to finance on gates of 10,000. Will the club compete in the Championship once the Sky bubble from the past ten years runs out? Will we be looking at lower division football once again.
If Adkins can hold on to Bowen and Grosicki and they can scrape a few 1-0 victories all in not lost but the lack of goals, wins and defeats to Sunderland and Bolton have worried many fans. Going to the KCom Stadium has not been a happy experience for a few years but a possible Nigel Adkins revival Is not generating the enthusiasm generated by Marco Silva twelve months ago.
Whatever happens Hull City should remain and arguably fans may be happier under some new ownership if they are treated with more respect. The club had two years funding to try and retrieve the Premier League riches and sell the club on but it is looking very unlikely now.
Over the coming weeks we just have to hope for a revival and pray that someone will take this cub over. Unfortunately the club is unlikely to be sold at present if the owners look for anything like £40-
One wonders if people regret turning down deals in the summer of 2016? Will new owners arrive with club in Division 1 and in administration once again? Only time will tell just staying in the division is the priority for this season now. A year ago we were defeating Liverpool..
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What to do in your garden in February February already, wonder what the weather will bring this month!! It can prove a busy time of the year for gardeners and all of a sudden there are a thousand and one things that can be done now, such as early sowings of flower and vegetable varieties being started so as to give them a head start. It can also be a good time to start preparations for sowing new lawns, as well as getting the machinery serviced and ready for the coming season if you haven’t done so already. Trees and Shrubs l To avoid tree and shrub branches from breaking, use a broom to knock off any snow laying on them, should you still be having this type of weather in your part of the country. l Tree ties should be checked making sure they aren’t cutting into the bark. Any worn or damaged ties should be replaced. Should you have experienced any storms or high winds check to see that any tree stakes and ties haven’t been damaged.
should be chitted (laid out in trays and allowed to form short sprouts) in a cool, light, frost-free place ready for planting towards the end of March – this is proven to increase the yield of the tubers. In the greenhouse or under cover in a warm propagator, you can now begin to sow seeds of cabbage (summer/autumn maturing), celery, parsley, sweet and cayenne pepper, tomato, leek and onion.
l Fleece or fine mesh netting is an ideal way of protecting vulnerable plants from severe frost. Our organic fruit and potato fertiliser may be sprinkled around fruit trees and bushes.
Vegetables l Early varieties of potatoes
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l Outdoors (under cloches or in a cold frame) you can sow early varieties of carrot, such as
Amsterdam Forcing (pictured below), broad bean, such as The Sutton, and parsnip. Shallots can also be planted out from the middle of the month.
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l Remember asparagus crowns can be ordered now even though delivery may not be until late March/early April but it is a good time to start preparing the site where they are to grow, ensuring the ground has been dug thoroughly making sure it is free from weeds.
l Outdoor grape vines should be pruned so that last year’s fruited shoots will be shortened therefore encouraging new growth.
l Continue to plant soft fruit as the weather permits. Any uncompleted pruning of established fruit trees and bushes should be carried out straight away before growth commences, otherwise this year’s crop may be reduced. It is a good time to prune sideshoots back to two or three buds on trained gooseberries. Rhubarb crowns should be covered with buckets which will help to encourage early pickings, also lift and separate any congested clumps.
l Remove any branches getting in the way and prune large apple and pear trees. Also, check any
Gardening fruit you have stored and remove those that show signs of rot or deterioration.
If you are short of time, another solution may be to cover the soil with compost or manure, and then as spring approaches lightly fork in to the surface which will prepare the soil for planting. Where early sowings are going to be made, it is a good idea to warm the soil up by a few degrees, therefore, approximately two weeks prior to sowing cover the soil by using a single layer of polythene orfleece. By doing this it will quickly encourage germination and establishment.
General Gardening
l Do keep a look out for pests such as whitefly, and any plants or cuttings that are seen to be infested should be sprayed.
l In areas where the weather is milder, perennial plants that had been in clumps could be divided and the outer, young, healthy parts replanted into freshly prepared soil. It may even be an ideal time to dig up and reposition any shrubs or perennials that have become overcrowded. Now that plants have died, before new shoots appear apply a fairly thick mulch, 5-7.5cm (2-3�), could be spread around perennial plants, trees, shrubs and even fruit, but be careful not to cover any dwarf bulbs that may be in flower. l It may prove very beneficial for a large, clear sheet of polythene, held in place by either bricks or lengths of wood, to be placed over the soil keeping off any heavy rain, ensuring the soil remains dry. As time permits, the sheeting could be folded back, the soil dug over and the sheet replaced – this is particularly helpful when soils are heavy clay.
l A good way to provide extra winter protection for plants is to use a cold frame which should be situated in full light thereby receiving warmth from the sun but sheltered from cold winds. Ventilation should be provided on warm days so it is a good idea for them to be opened up which will prevent a build up of warmth, however, remember to close them at night. To provide extra warmth an old rug, blanket or even overcoat could be used on nights when conditions are very cold.
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l Pots and seed trays which have been left should be thoroughly cleaned, using a little household disinfectant and rinsing with clear, warm water, so that they can be put away for use in the spring. A brush might come in handy to remove any stubborn dirt and old compost that might be harbouring pests or diseases in the pots and seed trays. l It is still a good idea to keep gutters on greenhouses clear of leaves and debris, and to allow maximum light in keep the glass washed
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The Last Word
FIONA’S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
By Fiona Dwyer, broadcast journalist, PR & media consultant, slave to 2 children and a husband. REMEMBERING HULL’S LOST TRAWLERMEN
As you know this year marks the 50th anniversary of the Triple Trawler tragedy, when 3 trawlers were lost in atrocious conditions with the loss of 58 men from the Hessle Road community. The St Romanus, Kingston Peridot (pictured) and Ross Cleveland. It was the moment that the strong women of the headscarf revolution rose up to fight the establishment for better working conditions at sea. I’ve been lucky enough to talk to former trawlermen and some of the relatives of those who died. I’ve heard stories that have been both wonderful and heartbreaking. There will be a service of remembrance at Hull Minster on March 4th organized by the city’s fishing groups, including STAND, the Hull Bullnose Heritage Group, the Fishermen’s Mission and the Fishermen’s chaplain Rev Tony Cotson. It will be a poignant reminder of Hull’s fishing heritage and I urge as many people as possible to attend.
FREEDOM OF THE CITY In the last few months two wonderful people have been given the Freedom of the City of Hull – Jean Bishop, our amazing Bee Lady, and Sir Tom Courtenay, the great actor of both stage and screen who grew up on Hessle Road and accepted the honour on behalf of that area and the fishing community. And let’s not forget Jean was also awarded a British Empire Medal in the New Year’s Honours list. I’ve met both of them and they are such humble individuals. I felt pretty honoured myself talking to them! Congratulations to them both! Very well deserved.
VALENTINE’S DAY – LOVE IT OR HATE IT? Well I never really know what to do for Valentine’s Day. Regular readers will know that my husband thinks it’s all a lot of nonsense and it’s just a way for companies to inflate their prices. He says he doesn’t see why he has to tell me he loves me on a particular day, just because someone tells him to, when he can tell me any day of the year! My reply is usually “Well, why don’t you then?!!!” He knows I am a romantic at heart though, even if I secretly agree with him! The thing is, you don’t have to do anything extravagant on Valentine’s Day. Doing something nice for the one you love is just as good, but chocolates are always welcome!!!!!
Fiona x
BeverleyMag February 2018
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