CONTENTS
The Front
10 PT Ranson - Bathrooms with distinction from PT Ranson
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18 Char Mausum - Seasonal Indian cuisine at its best 20 Trunks Reclaimed - Amazing wooden furniture
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Armstrong Builders - Building a better future Eldon Square - New era in shopping
Letters - Rocky Horror, Charlie Higson and John Cale
28 Now Booking - Ellie Goulding, Boy George and The Lightning Seeds
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Film Previews - Kick-Ass, Centurion, The Bounty Hunter, Repo Man
Theatre Previews - Spike Milligan’s Adolf Hitler and my part in his downfall
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34 Out and About - What’s on guide
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The Choristers School - Selecting the right education
The People
38 Where Do They Eat? - Susan Langthorne and Vincenzo Zaroli
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Barry Speker - Is your password secure?
Freddie Flintoff - On his new TV series, A League Of Their Own Carol Klein - Gardening guru gets her hands dirty
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50 Hazel Huddleston - Owner of Longframlington Gardens
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Chic Antique - Antiques with a difference
Jonstun & Urban Geisha - Release brand new EP Soulshaker Proper Boys - Talk Sting, Freddie Mercury, Jagger and Richards Laurence Fishburn - The Matrix star talks CSI
Peter Hook - New Order legend puts the record straight Paolo Nutini - Headlines the Evolution Weekender 2010
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The Reviews
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Starters & Puds - A unique dining experience in an historical location
14 Cane & Pine Design - Inspirational interiors and accessories 16
The Blagdon Gallery - Showcasing the best art in the region
Cover pic: Evolution Festival headliner Paolo Nutini
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The Anglers Arms - All aboard for great cuisine
Prima - Great food, great atmosphere and great service Recommended Eating - our choice of the best restaurants
78 Good Curry Guide - our choice of the best curries in the North East
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David Jake - New shop just opened in Eldon Gardens Embleton Hall - Beautiful wedding venue
84 Wedding Photo Shoot - Gowns by Bridal Wish at the Caledonian Hotel
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The Nutri Centre - For all your health and nutritional needs
Health Matters - Hair tips from Clayton & Co., Benefi ts of Q10 by Pharma Nord
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96 Book reviews - John French, Jonathan Lyons and Allegra Huston
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Fact or Fiction - Is Bryan Ferry really a Jealous Guy?
Contributors
Bob Arora Rob Barker Georgie Davidson Christabel Dickson Darren Hill
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April 2010 Vol 8 No 4
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