10 | EYE ON THE CITY
Is there anything that would place Edinburgh more
firmly on the map?
Trams – it will give the city a real European feel.
The city’s downfall
The lack of an evening café culture. Somewhere to meet which
doesn’t involve alcohol might help put an end to alcohol abuse,
Scotland’s downfall.
Your preferred area in Edinburgh.
The New Town. It’s my home and the architecture is magnificent.
Which area of Edinburgh best reflects your personality?
The Old Town: a bit disorganised and quirky, but full of
surprises.
The street you’d most like to live on
Ramsay Gardens, but I’d book my holidays during the Tattoo.
The city’s best kept secret
The Signet Library in Parliament Square – truly elegant.
Where would you take visitors to show them the
real Edinburgh?
MY I-ON
The Royal Mile - so much to see of Edinburgh’s history to the
present day.
EDINBURGH
A quick escape
One Spa at the Sheraton; its outdoor pool also has the best
Freddy Antabi
view of the city.
If you could change one thing about the city…
A train link to the airport.
S
alon owner Freddy Antabi arrived in Edinburgh in 1997
and trained as a hairdresser firstly with Derek Preston at Describe a great night out in Edinburgh
Klownz and then with Jason Miller of Charlie Miller Hairdressing. A drink at the Voodoo Rooms, then karaoke at the Electric Circus
He opened his first salon in 2004 and has been in his present with my performance being voted the worst of the night – again.
premises on Drumsheugh Place since 2008.
What does a typical day involve?
Around the city
I wake up to the sound of classical music, which sets me up for
Where you’ll find me:
the day. My team and I always start with a staff briefing before
Dining out: The Stockbridge Restaurant
the first appointments at 9am. My assistant, Mathew, deals with
Enjoying a coffee: The Elephant House, George IV Bridge
all the admin so I’m free to focus on the creative development
of the business. In the better weather I leave work and head to
Lunch with friends: Amore Dogs
the Dalmahoy Polo Club where I end the day thundering across
Doing business: The Rutland Hotel restaurant
the field waving my mallet - but not hitting many balls – but it
Living it up: The Royal Mirage, Dubai
keeps me happy and fit.
Having my haircut: Louise Sanderson at Freddy Antabi
What gives Edinburgh its edge?
For a pamper session: One Spa at the Sheraton
Its cultural diversity. I love hearing different languages and
The shop you’ll always find me in: My own – because
seeing different cultures reflected in the food, fashion and even
it’s where my heart is.
the hairstyles.
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