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YOUR FAVOURITE FREEMIUM FEBRUARY 2013
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GLOUCESTER
YOUR FAVOURITE FREEMIUM FEBRUARY 2013
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LOCAL INFORMATION • SHOPPING • EATING OUT • ENTERTAINMENT
BLOSSOM features an exciting new wayof serving food, a tradition originating fromChina. A wide variety of authentic Chinesedishes are served to each diner at their table, asthey want them. All you can enjoy for £14.90*per person allows you to taste over 150freshly-cooked to order mouthwatering dishes.
The night doesn’t end with the gastronomicaladventure as BLOSSOM also invites you to enjoya delicious range of desserts and beverages. For reservations please call 01452 550 152
157 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1XEwww.BlossomOriental.com
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Where China meets Gloucester.
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ContentsFood & Entertainment 4Delicious Dishes 7Did You Know? 9Leader’s Life 11Health & Beauty 11What’s On 14Gloucester Rugby 17Vouchers 20Homes & Gardens 20In the Garden 29Professional Services 30People First Policing 33Index of Advertisers 34Competition Winner & Rules 34
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February – the month of St Valentine. If you intend ontaking your loved one out for a meal, you will be spoiltfor choice in this month’s magazine. So many lovelyvenues and tempting menus, browse our food andentertainment section to make your choice. If youwould prefer to cook at home we have a stunning butvery easy to make dessert for you in our DeliciousDishes column. Thinking of romance, there are lots of weddingfairs/open days for you to attend, and we still have agreat offer on from The Grooms Room. As we write, snow is still on the ground – but it willsoon be gone and we can start thinking about ourgardens. What! has a wonderful selection of seedpotatoes, bulbs, shrubs and seeds to tempt you with.This is also the month we think about spring cleaning– whether it be having your carpets refreshed, a lick ofpaint or new wallpaper, or getting your patio or roofrevived. See what our advertisers have got to offer.Half term will be upon us soon so why not take thechildren for some fun at the fair at Over Farm or visitthe deer and birds at Prinknash?Gloucester Rugby are again offering readers thechance to win tickets – this time to see them playWorcester Warriors. Also, sports fans will be pleasedto see they are once again offering their great value‘Super Sporting Ticket’ to enable you to watch themplay London Welsh at Kingsholm and visit PrestburyPark for racing on ‘St Patrick’s Thursday’.
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Members of The Local Answer recently enjoyed an evening out at Gloucester’snewly refurbished Spice Rooms & Steakhouse. Here’s what Alison Hambling –one of the editorial team – thought about the experience ...I must admit I am not always a fan of too hot a curry, so do tend to order with an air of
caution – but I need not have worried. We ordered an array of dishes to share and everyone was absolutely heavenly – full of wonderful flavours without ruining your tastebuds. And, best of all, with prices ranging from £5.95 to £10.95 for maincourses, you don’t need to break the bank – fantastic value!The Spice Rooms is a family run business – they have managed highly
successful restaurants in Cheltenham for over 20 years. This life time ofexperience certainly shines through with the transformation of thisGloucester venue into a fabulous place to dine in every way – greatatmosphere, excellent service and delicious food.The comfortable furniture, warm decor and relaxing traditional
Indian background music combine to create the delightful ambiance ofthe restaurant. Spice Rooms is a spacious venue and an ideal place toenjoy a night out with friends and family.Our host – Shez Ud Din – enthusiastically explained the transformation
of the restaurant since they took it over 3 months ago. Even GordonRamsay would have been impressed with their amazing achievements.The quality, and presentation, of the food was superb. The
uniquely spiced feathered steak was a particular speciality we wereinterested to try, and it was delicious. Another of our favouriteswas most definitely the Payaa – a tender slow cooked lamb shankin a cardamom and clove jus, served with new potatoes.Spice Rooms are giving readers of The Local Answer a free
bottle of wine for two people to share when dining in duringFebruary 2013. To take advantage of this offer simply hand overthe voucher (right) when you arrive. We strongly recommendyou book your table in advance – call 01452 500170.
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*Offer applies to items listed above and only valid at times shown above during February 2013. Voucheron page 20 must be handed in to redeem offer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.Tuesday-Friday 12-3pm& 5-7.30pm
25% OFF ALL ‘BLACK ROCK’ DISHESLUNCHTIME & EVENINGS
FREE Chips with any Panini at Lunchtime for ONLY £4.95
Amouse Bouche~
StartersPan-Fried Scallops sat uponmini prawn toast, served withchilli jam and baby herb saladCola-Braised Japanese PorkBelly with soy sauce poachedpears, topped with coriander
and roast chilliThai Sweet Chilli Beef Strips
sat in a crisp filo basketClear Asparagus Soupwith white truffle oil andpoached quail egg (V)
~Lemon Sorbet
MainsFish and Chips with a Twist – Tempura of cod, chips andbaked parma ham-wrapped monkfish with pea puree and
lemon crème fraiche.Oven Roast Lamb Rump on a bed of pesto roasted rootvegetables, served with a port jus and creamy mash.
Butternut Squash Risotto with a ricotta and sage ravioli andshaved parmesan (V)
World Famous Kobe Beef Sirloin with wild mushroom andtruffle oil and potato dauphinoise (please add £12.50 sup)
The Black Rock SelectionsOur super-heated hot stones come with a choice of chips or
wok-fried potatoes:Surf and Turf – Angus beef fillet and king prawns
Meat Feast – kangaroo fillet, springbok, venison and lambGone Fishing – king prawns, scallops and sashimi-grade tuna
Veggie – halloumi cheese and mixed vegetables (V)
DessertsChocolate and Strawberry
Plate for 2Raspberry andPeach SchnappsShortbread TowerCitrus Panna Cotta
served with finger limesCheese and Biscuitswith chutney, grapes
and apple~
Home-Made Petit Fours~
Tea and Coffee~
2-course £22.50 6-course £26.50 Call to reserve your table – 01452 332 993
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Delicious Dishes
5 Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Test one by lifting and gently pressingon the base of a meringue- it should be crisp but give way with a bitof pressure - they will crisp more when cooling. Turn off the oven, andleave them in there to cool with the oven door slightly ajar for bestresults. If possible, let them cool completely in the oven.
6 When ready to serve, make the raspberry cream. Put the raspberriesand sugar in a food processor and whiz until smooth. Push the mixturethrough a sieve into a bowl to remove the pips. Fold as much pureeas you wish through the whipped cream to give a lovely pink colour.
7 Dollop a generous tablespoon of the cream on one half of themeringue and sandwich together with another meringue. Serve withsome fresh raspberries and any leftover puree.
Ingredients:For the meringues: 4 egg whites; 1 pinch salt; 300gcaster sugar; 1⁄2 tsp vanilla extract; pink food colouring.For the raspberry cream: 75g fresh or frozen raspberries; 2 tbspicing sugar; 400ml stiffly whipped cream.Method:1 Preheat the oven to 140C/gas 1. Line two baking trays with
greaseproof paper.2 Put the egg whites into a large clean bowl with a pinch of salt. Whisk
until soft peaks form. Gradually add the caster sugar one tablespoonat a time, whisking between each addition, until it has all been addedand the meringue is satiny and forms stiff peaks when the whisk islifted from the mixture.
3 Fold in the vanilla extract with a large metal spoon. Using a piping bagfitted with a 1.5cm nozzle or a spoon, pipe or scoop the mixture intoindividual meringues about 7cm wide onto the prepared baking trays.
4 For the ripple colour effect, dip a wooden or metal skewer into thefood colouring and swirl it through each meringue.
Valentine PinkMeringues withRaspberry Cream
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Valentine’s DayDinnerTo start
Chefs homemade carrot and sweet potato soup served withfreshly baked rustic bread roll.
Thin slices of oak smoked salmon, fresh asparagus spearsdrizzled with a hollandaise sauce.
Grilled field mushroom, topped with goats cheese and redonion marmalade served on a rocket salad with balsamic
vinagarette.
Chefs taster courseIced apple sorbet
To followTournedos Rossini
Oven roasted prime fillet steak sat on a herb crouton, toppedwith duck liver pate and finished with a rich madeira jus.
Monkfish ProsciuttoPan fried monkfish tail wrapped in prosciutto and finished
with a rich lemon butter sauce.Rosemary and Garlic Lamb Shank
Slow cooked locally sourced lamb shank served on a bed ofcreamy mash potato finished with a rich redcurrant and
rosemary reduction.Supreme of Chicken
Stuffed with sundried tomato, cheese and finished with pestocream sauce.
Mushroom StroganoffSauted mushrooms in a creamy brandy and paprika sauce
served with wild rice.All meals are served with seasonal vegetables and chefs choice
of potato.
To followApple Tree’s Trio of Desserts
Homemade Chocolate Brownie, Vanilla Crème Brulee andRaspberry Pavlova.
To finishCheese and Port
Selection of local cheeses with chutney and biscuits servedwith a glass of port.
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Every Thursday and Saturday evening you couldattend a Greyhound Race Meeting in Longlevens. The stadium – now lost under new housing
developments, part of which is aptly namedGreyhound Gardens – stood just off CheltenhamRoad by the main roundabout on the A40.Longlevens stadium opened its doors in 1935
and, at its height, attracted over 1,000 spectators anight – all eager to place a bet with one or other ofthe on-site bookmakers.A decline in interest during the 1960s and 70s led
to the closure of the course in October 1983.Essentially the “poor mans horse racing”,
greyhound racing in Gloucester had its origins viaGloucester Football Club,founded in 1873 whereRugby, Football and DogRacing all took place, butit was not until after theGreat War that a custombuilt centre for dog racingwas established atLonglevens.The principal race
became known as TheGrand National of theWest, where the dogsraced over a distance of 500 yards for amagnificent challenge cup. This was last staged in1965.Apart from Greyhound Gardens, the only other
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Why not buy a wristband* for just £5.00and stay on the rides all day!
A range of hot pasties and drinks will be available towarm anyone not wishing to play on the inflatables!*Wristbands offer excludes Bungee Trampolines & games.
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Relax in a warm and friendly atmosphere while our excellentteam serve you. Whether you would like to eat, drink or just
have a cup of fresh coffee, Café René is the place to be!EVENING OFFERS
10% OFF STEAKS & CHARGRILL(including 16oz T-Bone & Mixed Grill)
CHOOSE TWO COURSES FOR £12(a main course and starter or dessert from a selection of dishes on our set menu)These offers are only valid 6-10pm Monday-Friday during February 2013 upon presentation
of this advertisement, and are subject to space and availability. Booking advisable!Open: Sunday-Thursday 11am-midnight & Friday-Saturday 11am-3amFood Served Daily: Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm & Sunday 12-9pm
31 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TP � 01452 309340 � www.caferene.co.uk
Valentine’sHeaven atCafé René
Café René Valentine’s Day MenuCanape & Cava On Arrival = £8.50
Thyme For BedRoasted Tomato Soup with a Basil Pureewith Crusty Bread �V� = £4.95
Pool of PassionSmoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Roulade on a Bed of Rocketwith a Lemon & Dill Dressing = £5.95Pillow Talk
Pate en Croute with Melba Toast = £5.95
Lemon Sorbet = £1.95
Fancy PhillyFillet Steak Stuffed with Blue Cheese Wrapped in Parma Hamwith a Red Wine & Juniper Reduction & French Beans = £22.95Tarts SpaghettiWith Chilli, Black Olives, Tomato>s and Capers �V� = £9.95
The Breast of Both WorldsChicken Breast Stuffed with Basil, Mozarella & Pesto, Toppedwith Parmesan & Breadcrumbs, on a Bed of Spinach = £13.95The One That Got Away
Whole lemon Sole, Asparagus and aLemon & Caper Butter = £15.95
All Served with your choice of Potatoes:New Potatoes with Butter & Mint,Pan Fried Potatoes in Rosemary & Garlic,Dauphinoise Potatoes.Portion of Fresh Vegetables = £2.50
Caramel SutraA Duo of Dark and White Chocolate Mousseswith a Creamy Caramel Sauce = £5.95Fruity Little NumberOrange and Cointreau Cheesecake = £5.95
Selection of Cheese & Biscuits = £6.95
Coffee & Chocolate BonBons = £3.00
Why not spoil your loved onewith a selection of delicious dishesfrom our Valentine’s Menu,served in the romanticatmosphere of our uniquerestaurant? This special menu isonly available on
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February is the time of year we come to set ourbudget – allocating money to our priorities, anddeciding the level of council tax that residentshave to pay.
Itʼs never an easy time, with many competingdemands. With the current economic climate, it iseven more difficult as councils are expected toplay their part in helping to reduce the nationaldeficit and manage with less cash from centralgovernment.
Weʼve been making substantial savings over thelast few years – around £6 million in total out of abudget of £18 million. Weʼve managed to do thiswhilst protecting the services that matter to you.Weʼve slimmed down as an organisation, cuttingout levels of management and working inpartnership with others. This has meant we donʼtneed as much office space, so weʼve leased threefloors of our North Warehouse building to Regusplc, a global serviced office provider – reducingour costs, bringing in an income and generatingjobs for the local economy.
Our partners, like Enterprise – who provide ourrefuse and recycling, street cleaning and groundsmaintenance services – and Aspire, who run GL1and the Oxstalls Tennis Centre, will be workingwith us to achieve the savings we need.
Weʼve managed to make savings at the sametime as keeping the council tax down. This yearwe are proposing to freeze the council tax for athird year running. This means that the averagerise over the last nine years has been just over2% – compared with an average of 10% for theprevious decade.
Weʼre also planning to leave parking chargespretty much as they are, after the major changeswe made last year in reducing the tariff. Thenumber of people using the car park hasincreased, despite the poor weather last year,meaning we were right to make the bold changesthat we did.
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10 FEBRUARYWEDDING FAIR AND SHOPFree samples, discounts and special offersfrom local wedding suppliers. Free parkingand admission. Free gift pack and raffleticket for a special prize draw. 11am-4pm.The Beckford Inn, Cheltenham Road,Tewkesbury GL20 7AN. In aid of WSPA13 FEBRUARYSAM EDENAcoustic pop rock at the Café René, 31Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.www.samedenmusic.com14 FEBRUARY
14-16 FEBRUARYVALENTINES DAY MEAL ATBOWDEN HALLEnjoy a romantic 4 course meal in theDearmans restaurant in the beautiful settingof Bowden Hall. Complimentary rose,chocolates and glass of champagne. £35.Accommodation also available. 0844 8159077 www.mercuregloucester.co.uk.15 FEBRUARYREALLY WILD ADVENTURES WITHMICHAELA STRACHANPopular TV presenter Michaela Strachanpresents a show full of poetry, dancing,music and lots of fascinating wildlife facts.The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury 3.30pm.Tickets £12.50 from www.rosestheatre.orgor call the box office on 01684 295074WE’RE NO HEROESCardiff 3 piece Indie Kings at the CaféRené, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester.01452 309340. www.caferene.co.uk.www.werenoheroes.com
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1 FEBRUARYSKAVILLEGood ska anthems and northern soulclassics with DJ Pogo and Dirty Lyle at theCafé René, 31 Southgate Street,Gloucester. 01452 309340.www.caferene.co.uk.WORLD WETLANDS DAYS ATSLIMBRIDGE WWTA day of fun activities for families celebratingwetlands around the world, including achance to make Ottie the otter and takepart in other craft activities. From 9.30am.Normal admission changes apply. 01453891223.6 FEBRUARYRAMON GOOSEIncredible slide blues at the Café René, 31Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.www.ramongoose.com.
The Local Answer Event Listings are compiled and presented in good faith with the kind support of many contributors.We recommend you use the contact details provided to check event information updates prior to planning your visit.
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16 FEBRUARYMURDER MYSTERY BALL ATBOWDEN HALL
Solve the murder at the Valentines Ballwhile enjoying a 3 course meal and discointo the early hours. Great for a valentinesday with a difference or just a get togetherwith a group of friends. £29.50 per personor £159.00 including accommodation for 2people. 0844 815 9077www.mercuregloucester.co.uk17, 28 FEBRUARY & 14 MARCHWEDDING OPEN DAYSJust got engaged? then why not visitBowden Hall to see the hotel fully dressedfor a wedding and meet the wedding co-ordinators and suppliers. 17th Feb 11-2pm28th Feb/14th March 6.30-8.30pm. 0844815 9077 www.mercuregloucester.co.uk.20 FEBRUARYCHARLTON BLUES KINGSChicago Blues from the 40’s & 50’s at theCafé René, 31 Southgate Street,Gloucester. 01452 309340.www.caferene.co.uk.www.charltonblueskings.co.uk22 FEBRUARYTAFFY WAS A THIEFPure earthy roots at the Café René, 31Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.www.soundcloud.com/pete-akinwunmi23 FEBRUARYHAVE A GO DAYS AT PRESCOTTSHOOTINGTry your hand at clay shooting, archery orair rifles on the last Saturday of eachmonth. Whether you’re a sharp shooter ora complete novice this great local venue isproving to be a great day out for family andfriends. Cost £20-25. 01242 673542 or07921 95147727 FEBRUARYTERRY CLEMMETTStreet gypsy roots at the Café René, 31Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.1 MARCHSWIFT MANOUVERPost punk, reggae & ska at the Café René,31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.2 MARCHCHELTENHAM & DISTRICTORCHID SOCIETY ANNUAL SHOWCheltenham & District Orchid Society willbe holding its annual show at Churchdown
Community Centre, Parton Road,Churchdown, Gloucester GL3 2JHbetween 10.30 and 4pm. There willdisplays of tropical and hardy orchids, plantson sale, talks, potting demonstration,advice, tombola and refreshments. All in aidof the cancer charity Maggies Centre. Forfurther information visitwww.cheltenhamorchids.org or contact JanBroadway the show secretary onshowsec@cheltenhamorchids.org or01452 616387.6 MARCHKRISTY GALLACHERA prolific singer/songwriter at the CaféRené, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester.01452 309340. www.caferene.co.uk.i8 MARCHBAVARIAN OOMPAH NIGHTAt Churchdown Community Centre withThe Bierkeller Schunklers. 8 till late. Supper£12.50 www.lincfund.orgBATELEURSContemporary folk/rock band at the CaféRené, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester.01452 309340. www.caferene.co.uk.i
10 MARCHMOTHERS DAY AT BOWDEN HALLTraditional 3 course carvery,complimentary spa voucher and a gift forevery mum. Served in the Dearmansrestaurant. £20 per adult, £10 child.12.30-3.30pm. 0844 815 9077www.mercuregloucester.co.uk12-15 MARCHCHELTENHAM FESTIVALFour days of magnificent jump racing atPrestbury Park. 12th = Champion Day,13th = Ladies Day, 14th = St Patrick’sThursday, 15th = Gold Cup Day. Ticketswww.cheltenham.co.uk13 MARCHMARK ABISOriginal songwriter on his ‘china shop tour’at the Café René, 31 Southgate Street,Gloucester. 01452 309340.www.caferene.co.uk.i15 MARCHPOOR OLD DOGSFolk music to stomp to at the Café René,31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.i
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6 APRILPRO EVOLUTION WRESTLINGLive wrestling at The Capital Venue,Waterwells Business Park, GloucesterGL2 2FN. Tel: 01452 223 214. Visitwww.thecapitalvenue.com for more details20 APRILTHE BOOTLEG BEE GEESPerforming at St Edward’s School, CharltonKings, Cheltenham GL53 8EY. Tickets £15each to include welcome drink and tablebuffet. 7.30pm. In aid of Linc. 0300 4224422 email: linc@glos.nhs.uk.21 JUNEBLONDIE IN CONCERTDebbie Harry returns to Westonbirt thissummer, so don’t miss the chance to seeone of the greatest pop icons from the 70s.For tickets (£36) call 03000 680400 or visitwww.forestry.gov.uk/music.20 JULYPAUL WELLER IN CONCERTThe first of the forest concerts has beenannounced at Westonbirt Arboretum.Tickets are now on sale (£39) fromwww.forestry.gov.uk/music or call the boxoffice on 03000 680400.
15 MARCHFREDDIE MERCURY TRIBUTENIGHT AT BOWDEN HALL
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22 MARCHCHURCHDOWN MALE VOICE CHOIRLINC has launched ‘Make a DifferenceCampaign’ to improve the ClinicalPsychology service to its haematologypatients. Churchdown Male Voice Choir,with accompanist James Quinn and RalphBarnes on the stand, has again been invitedto hold a concert in support of thiscampaign. Sue Black, the fabulous soprano,will be the guest soloist in the event, whichpromises to be a spectacular occasion. Shehas a beautiful voice and a sparklingpersonality. 7.30pm. Pittville Pump Room.Tickets cost £10 and are available from03004422 or online at www.lincfund.org.THE INFINITE COLLECTIVEGypsy, ska and reggae at the Café René,31 Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.i27 MARCHLIVE @ GLOS ACOUSTIC NIGHTLocal acoustic talent showcase at the CaféRené, 31 Southgate Street, Gloucester.01452 309340. www.caferene.co.uk.i29 MARCHFUNKINSTEINSAlternative funk rock at the Café René, 31Southgate Street, Gloucester. 01452309340. www.caferene.co.uk.i4 APRILPSYCHIC DONNAAs featured on ‘Living TV’ with no tricks orear pieces she has taken the psychic worldby storm. For tickets call 01452 223214 orvisit www.thecapitalvenue.com.
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