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GET INVOLVED!WITH THE PENARTH PIER PROJECT.HELP US RESTORE THE PENARTH PAVILION TO ITS FORMER GLORY.

Penarth’s new local magazine

LAUNCH EDITION

e: nigel@penarthview.co.uk02920 290499

There are many great businesses operating here in Penarth. They are part of a vibrant community which enjoys many kinds of activities and is undertaking diverse projects, and we hope to provide a regular publication with a truly local focus that will be useful to everyone in the area.

Penarth View is a quality publication printed in Penarth and delivered free to residents. In it you’ll find features about local businesses and information on local projects such as the Penarth Pier pavilion restoration project, with exciting news about how you can get involved (page 10), and the SiP loyalty card scheme (page 04).

In this first issue we are pleased to showcase many excellent local businesses:Northern Star Jewellery (page 05), Pura Vida Boardriders (page 12), The Studio (page 08), Strandz Hair & Beauty (page 06)Mediterraneo at the Boat House (page 07)ener-chi (page 19)The Pier & The Pebble (page 15)The Skin Studio (page 17)Ogam Igam (page 09)Paramount Tandoori (page 13)Sonik (page 14)One Vision (page 16)Cor Cleaning (page 19)Arth Wine (page 20)

There is such a variety of quality companies in Penarth and this is a great opportunity for us to let you know about the skills and services they have to offer.

We want your news!Penarth charities, sports teams, schools, clubs: we would love to hear from you about future events, campaigns and topics of local interest. We are inviting local groups and organisations to send information to us so that we can inform the community of what is happening in and around Penarth.

If you are involved with something that needs help from the Penarth community, or you simply want to tell people about it, please get in touch with us at the address below and we will do our best to feature it in a future issue of Penarth View.

We hope you enjoy Penarth View and look forward to hearing your feedback.

I am delighted to welcome you to the first edition of Penarth View. It is our aim to showcase quality businesses in and around Penarth, and to tell you more about who they are, what they do and how they are unique.

Look out for Penarth View in 2011: February, May, September and November

The Penarth View TeamPublisher Nigel Dudley

Design Daniel Rayner

Copywriter Ros Bromwich

Special thanks toMike Chapman of Momentum Photography, Penarth, for some exceptional images, including our front cover.

Peter Legg at Beacon Printers

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Advertising & EditorialFor details of rates and features,please telephone 02920 290499.Email: nigel@penarthview.co.uk

Editorial deadlineThe next edition will be circulated in early February 2011.

The copy deadline for this issue is Friday 28th January 2011.

DistributionWith a minimum distribution of 10,000 Penarth View is

delivered to homes across the area as well as being available in many locations.

DisclaimerWhilst every effort is made to achieve accuracy, Penarth View

is not responsible for errors or omissions.No part of this publication may be reproduced without

written permission from the publishers.

Penarth View is published by:

Valley View Ltd, Penarth Office,Augusta Road, Penarth CF64 5RH

Shopping in Penarthis a green affair…

GPG is a community organisation devoted to encouraging people to think about climate change, and it is doing so in rather unusual ways.

What on earth is the connection between shopping locally and reducing carbon emissions people ask. “Everything”, says GPG which launched its loyalty card scheme back in September.

The Shop in Penarth (SiP) scheme now has 50 participating businesses in and around Penarth.

“If people shop locally, they leave the car at home and they will be buying a lot of stuff sourced locally”. The green connection is simple – shop locally and cut the carbon.

The (SiP) card, bought for a £1, entitles the holder to many discounts and offers available through the scheme. SiP is not only green, it is very good for Penarth and Penarth people.

It is supportive of local business and for the growing number of locals who can see that if they don’t use their shops, cafes etc., quite soon they will lose them.

“It’s simple”, said Duncan Lewis who has run Sadlers Fish and Game shop for over 48 years “use us or lose us”.

GPG agrees and says that without local support Penarth could quite soon become just a carbon copy of hundreds of other small towns – an identikit town with supermarkets and none of the individual characteristics that make a place like Penarth so unique.

Quite apart from the fun of finding out what is on offer – many of the businesses change their offers monthly – shoppers can really save on their shopping.

Offers differ widely - from 10% off certain foods in one shop to 15% off quality handbags in another.

Tricia Griffiths, chair of GPG is delighted with the way people have taken to the scheme.

“We want this to work for everyone – residents, visitors, businesses and for the environment. Climate change is a serious subject, but a lot people ignore it because it is too big to think about.

This way, people are helping themselves, helping the town, the local economy and the planet. Without much effort they find themselves involved, and that is a good feeling”.

Many people always shop locally but for many others the experience is quite new and enjoyable. People seem surprised, said one butcher, that we can help them choose the right cut of meat for a particular dish – and we know where our meat comes from.

So in this period of austerity and cuts can we afford to shop in Penarth? No doubt, say GPG members.

They believe that planning a shop and buying what you actually need means less wastage – and less rubbish to sort for recycling – something else GPG is rather keen on!

GPG has other projects which may tempt readers such as the community orchard and community gardens projects, a garden share scheme (Plotshare), and more.

Heard of Gwyrddio Penarth Greening? Or GPG, as it is becoming better known?

For information about GPG and SiP offers go to www.gpgpenarth.org.ukSiP offers are also on view in the Post Office and Fourways – both in Glebe Street.

No access to a computer? Phone 029 2070 7828. GPG will be pleased to hear from you.

Jo’s Organics getting our first green award

The SIP loyalty card project is part of the wider ‘I Shop Local’ campaign. By taking part in this scheme you are helping keep Penarth a vibrant and unique place to live, work, and shop.

Below:

Local SIP businesses supporting this publication.

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Arth Wine - (page 20)

Offer: 5% off single selected bottles of wine

Ener-chi - (page 19)

Offer: £1 off professional nail polish & £5 off Eminence Facials (excludes gift vouchers)

Ogam Igam - (page 09)

Offer: 10% off bags, purses and wallets

35 A, Albert Road, Penarth, Cardiff CF64 1BYinfo@northernstarjewellery.co.uk www.northernstarjewellery.co.uk

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OPENING TIMESTuesday – Friday:10.00am – 5.00pm

The Bespoke Process

With a combination of state of the art technology and traditional jewellery making techniques, Northern Star Jewellery can create a unique piece of jewellery suited to your personal style and budget however extravagant or modest it may be.

Aided by the CAD Matrix system, which is a thoroughly comprehensive jewellery design tool, Northern Star Jewellery can put together a series of 3D computer generated images. These will then be fine tuned according to your requirements, to create your own individual piece of jewellery.

The final design file is then emailed to a casting company in London who will first grow a wax model of the piece. This is then cast in the material of your choice, and returned to us in a raw state. The casting is then cleaned up and each individual diamond is set and finished by hand to the highest standard.

Matthew, who by trade is a specialist gem setter, has more than ten years bench experience and has carried out work for the some of the finest jewellers from Cardiff, Manchester, Leeds, to London before setting up his own business in Penarth.

Matthew studied Illustration and Multimedia at the highly regarded Leeds College of Art and Design, where he specialised in 3D Computer Aided Animation, with particular focus on creating and manipulating 3D virtual objects.

He then spent five years working for one of the UK’s largest jewellery manufacturers, developing goldsmith’s skills before specialising in gem setting.

Since moving to Penarth five years ago he has now set up his own workshop and has set gems and finished high end jewellery for many of the top class jewellers from all across the UK, as well as working on individual bespoke items.

Matthew holds a licence for the CAD Matrix system which has enabled him to combine his design and stone setting skills to be able to create intricate and stunning jewellery.

Unique Bespoke Designs

Matthew has an expertise that is unrivalled and unique in this part of Wales. Whether you want an engagement, wedding ring or a set of associated designed jewellery, Matthew will give you his knowledge and experience in making the perfect piece of jewellery for you. From start to finish, Matthew’s expertise will keep you informed of the whole process, advising what is best with honesty and sincerity.

Stone Replacement Service

As well as designing and manufacturing bespoke jewellery Matthew operates a stone replacement service. He is able to source replacement stones that have been damaged; lost or disfigured and can then set them into your jewellery, restoring it to its original form.

As well as a replacement service, Matthew is able to source and supply stones for new pieces.

Why Choose Northern Star Jewellery?

Matthew’s acquisition of skills sets him apart from all other jewellers. From start to finish you will be taken on a journey of integrated jewellery design that will enable you to have a piece of bespoke jewellery that is unique to you and you alone. Along with that, Matthew’s honesty, integrity and advice will help make the process enjoyable with an everlasting piece of jewellery that will last more than a lifetime.

100% Bespoke Jewellery

orthern Star Jewellery design and manufacture the finest bespoke jewellery to fit your budget however extravagant or modest.

Specialist Gem Setter Matthew Mullooly.Saturday:

10.00am – 3.00pm

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02920 709707

2a Cornerswell Rd, Penarth CF63 2UZwww.strandzhairandbeautypenarth.co.uk

Since its change of name and move across Cornerswell road in June, Strandz Hair & Beauty has continued to grow from strength to strength.

Strandz grew from the well known Alan’s, and has a customer base going back four generations. It is an authorised Goldwell salon, providing a first class range of professional hair and beauty solutions which are not available on the high street. As one of the team of nine trained staff, Alan himself is still working at the salon.

“We have been established for more than 30 years now, and during this time we have built up a first class reputation which we’re very proud of,” says owner Michele Gonthier.

“We offer a dedicated and professional service to every one of our valued customers, and always at the most reasonable prices.

“We are always looking to add new services to offer customers. Our most recent addition is Great Lengths hair extensions, which are fantastic for weddings, parties and special occasions.

“Two of our staff have been professionally trained to apply the extensions, and two more will be trained soon. You can achieve a wide range of looks using extensions, from a simple strip of colour to a whole head of long hair, so they’re very versatile.”

Beauty news

“With over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry you can rest assured that our services are of the highest quality,” says Michele. “We use Goldwell products and training and we aim for 100 per cent customer satisfaction on every level.”

Strandz services- Hairdressing for all ages

- Great Lengths hair extensions

- Beauty treatments

- Ear piercing

- Manicures

- Massages

- Facials

- Wedding hair

- Colouring

- Friendly welcoming service

Another upcoming addition to the services on offer at Strandz is paraffin wax treatments to brighten and soften winter skin.

“Paraffin wax increases circulation, helps open pores, improves skin colour, soothes and moisturises your skin,” says Michele.

“We will be offering this popular new treatment in the New Year and we’re sure our customers will love being able to enjoy the treatment locally.”

“Strandz is a unisex salon so we invite everyone from the local area to visit us. We can even offer a home visit service by appointment, if you live within two miles of the salon.”

Great hair, every day

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02920 706709

10 The Esplanade, Penarth Sea Front, CF64 3AU07

The restaurant retains much of its original charm and character, and offers a delicious selection of contemporary cuisine, friendly service and of course, magnificent sea views and access to wonderful coastal walks.

Fine wine, cocktails, or a bottle of excellent quality house wine is a perfect start to a dining experience to remember.

Relax while the chef prepares your menu choice from an extensive selection of pasta, pizza, salad, seafood and house dishes, all prepared with fresh Welsh ingredients combined with Mediterranean flair and know-how.

Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two, a night out with friends, a birthday or

Christmas party, Mediterraneo at the Boat House has something for everyone.

“This festive season we are offering traditional Christmas fare plus something a bit different,” says owner Darren Beddis. “At Mediterraneo you’ll be spoilt for choice. As well as turkey and Welsh beef there’s a delicious selection of authentic Italian and Mediterranean flavours prepared from the finest fresh ingredients by our talented head chef and his creative team.

“As always, if you need anything different or extra special, give us a call as we are sure we can create exactly what you need.”

The Christmas menus contain a diverse and tempting assortment of dishes, from Roast Parsnip & Honey Soup or Prawn Cocktail & Crayfish Salad with a Marie Rose sauce to Roasted Free Range Turkey with seasonal vegetables, roast and new potatoes, homemade stuffing and gravy to Aubergine al Forno, followed by Luxury Christmas Pudding or White Chocolate Cheesecake being just a selection.

“To see out 2010 with a bang, we are holding a New Year’s Eve swing and big band music celebration,” says Darren. “It should be a great night.“

As an extra touch, customers can buy any of the chef’s Mediterraneo sauces.

Flavours of ItalyOriginally built by the Admiralty as a boathouse at the turn of the century, Mediterraneo at the Boat House is a popular Italian and seafood restaurant, located on the picturesque Penarth sea front.

at the boat house

02920 703428

2 Royal Buildings, Stanwell Rd, Penarth CF64 3EBwww.studiophoto.me.uk e: mike.monique@ntlworld.com

capturing the joy

Special occasions deserve special mementoes, and a set of beautiful photographs is a wonderful way to preserve thememories forever.

Penarth photographer Monique Green, owner of The Studio in Stanwell Road, has a sensitive and intensely personal approach to creating these memories.

“When I’m taking a photo I look for joy,” says Monique. “When you see it, it’s beautiful, breathtaking. I’m so lucky to be invited to some of the most important moments of people’s lives: weddings, golden anniversary celebrations, a child’s early days.

“All these things are about the people we love and the joy they bring to us, so I aim to capture just that.”

The Studio is a family business, not part of a chain. Monique’s husband Mike is also a highly skilled photographer, working with corporate clients as well as individuals in his own business, Momentum.

“I’m a mother and I understand about families,” says Monique. “Every family is different, so I treat each group individually to get the best out of their shoot. I take family portraits with everyone together and also shots with just the children on their own.”

Contemporary portrait photography has come a long way since the days of stiffly posed family groups, and Monique offers flexibility in terms of the style customers might prefer for their photographs.

“I can do the traditional ‘studio’ shoots and also we can go out on location for people who would prefer a more natural look to their photos.

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“Whether in the studio or elsewhere, I love what I do, it’s such a buzz,” says Monique.

Depending on your preference, customers can choose from a photobook, traditional framed prints, items from the new acrylic range such as an acrylic block or acrylic sandwich, or canvas. Each order is tailored to your taste and budget so what you take home is as individual as you are.

029 2040 7276

5 Royal Buildings, Penarth CF64 3EB

Ogam Igam is an attractive, independent shoe shop offering a superb range of top quality footwear for children, teens and women.

Customers looking for well-made shoes with style and individuality will be delighted with the choice, and can rely on the friendly, knowledgeable staff for expert advice on comfort and fit.

New to the shelves this season are handbags, wallets and purses - a tempting range in leather and fabric, ideal for wrapping with ribbon and love!

Manager Liz Isaac takes pride in seeking out the best of brands for quality, comfort and durability.

“Our top children’s brands include Start-Rite, Garvalin, Superfit and ultra-stylish Agatha Ruiz de la Prada” she explains, “and for women, we’re excited by the recent addition of Fly London and Blowfish to tried and tested favourites like El Naturalista, Josef Seibel and Hush Puppies. Ski-style Romika are back this winter too, fully waterproofed and fleece-lined against any repeat of last year’s snow and slush!”

Children’s shoe specialist

Extensive range of school shoes

Professional fitting

Quality women’s brands

Style with comfort

Chic leather bags

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02920 704254

There are only eight piers remaining in Wales and fewer still can lay claim to a building as striking as the Pavilion at the landward end of Penarth Pier.

Along with community organisations, (and with help from Heritage Lottery Fund and the Vale of Glamorgan Council), the charity Penarth Arts and Crafts Ltd is running the campaign to re-open the Pavilion to the public as a learning and community centre. It’s your Pavilion, and we need your help to raise the money needed for this exciting project!

WHAT CAN I DO?

ATTEND A FUNDRAISING CONCERT

ALL TICKETS £10Sunday 5/12/10Deuawd Dave Jones& Daniel Williams, Jazz Duo

Sunday 13/02/11The Lacuna Quartet

HAVE SOME AFTERNOON TEAOrganise friends for one of our Special Afternoon Teas held in the Washington’s Upper Gallery this winter.

SHOW YOUR PIER YOU CARE!Plant a free ‘Let’s Make It Happen’sign in your front garden and helpthe message grow

Buy a Pavilion badge (25p) or a ‘Let’sMake It Happen’ mug (£3.99) or an embroidered polo shirt (from £19.50)

Hold your own event for the Pavilion: a coffee morning, cake sale, or something more unusual!

Tell us what Penarth Pavilion means to you in 50 words: send an email to the address below.

Badges, signs, tickets and full details for concerts are available from: The Pier Pavilion Project at The Washington Gallery.

organisation leading the town’s bid. This money has already enabled PACL to commission a variety of research on the economic impact of the project, potential growth for tourism, financial feasibility and building studies.

The project has also had great support from the Vale of Glamorgan Council, with a firm commitment of £800,000 and in November it received approval from the Welsh Assembly Government and Big Lottery Fund to proceed with its bid for another £700,000. All this strengthens the Pavilion’s chance to secure a main grant of £1.6 million from the HLF, due for decision in the spring of 2011.

A community fundraising drive is now underway with a target of £50,000 and there will be a variety of events over the following months involving local groups, businesses and residents all helping to make the Pavilion project a reality.

Get involvedwith the Penarth Pier Project and help us restore the Penarth Pavilion to its former glory.

What’s happening in the new Pavilion?After a stroll along the pier or a cruise on a paddle steamer there will be a choice of cinema programmes or a meal in one of several restaurants. On weekends there will be concerts along with afternoon tea dances, tours of the building, and perhaps a talk on an aspect of the Pavilion’s reconstruction or, in keeping with its special position on the Bristol Channel, a maritime or environmental exhibition to visit.

The Pavilion will house all kinds of information about the natural and social history of the area and about stories of the community and the Pavilion itself, which was a centre of town activity 70 years ago.

Everyone will be invited to leave their story connected with the Pavilion and the Pier and they will be kept up to date on special events through the year.

From the moment it opens, schools and colleges will use the Pavilion as an important resource in their work on the sea and natural life, energy, and the area’s amazing tidal power.

Funding newsThe top priority now is to secure funding which will enable the grand reopening of the Pavilion in early 2013.

Much of the work so far has been supported by a Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) Project Planning Grant given to Penarth Arts & Crafts Ltd (PACL) the

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Photograph: Andrew Machon (2010)

3 Washington Buildings, Stanwell Rd, Penarth CF64 2ADe: contact@penarthpavilion.co.uk

PACL members, HLF trustee Dan Clayton Jones and Project Director Maggie Knight

Meet the teamThe Project team includes architect Niall Phillips, from the Bristol-based firm Purcell Miller Triton, structural engineering firm Ove Arup, John Rhoden as mechanical, electrical engineer and environmental services representative, and Raymond Pye (Hasps Term Partnership) as CDM coordinator for health and safety issues.

The group joins Project director Maggie Knight along with PACL Trustees, a strong contingent of volunteers bringing much-needed expertise in many fields and officers from the Vale of Glamorgan Council who are giving invaluable support.

The Project has also been able to take advice from professionals within education, design, business and heritage to build a programme to make the Pavilion an exciting dynamic venue. We are delighted that the international conductor (and Penarth resident), Carlo Rizzi, has become our first project Patron.

Others who have ties with Penarth and wish to see the Pavilion restored and used again by the whole community are starting to join him.

Timeline

February 2011PACL submits second round bid to HLF

May 2011Submission of final bid to Communities Asset Transfer (CAT) bid for £800,000 match funding

Spring 2011Outcome of HLF bid for £1.6 million announced

Summer 2011Renovation begins

Autumn 2011-August 2012Fundraising Community Drive continues

Spring 2013Opening of Pavilion

Special thanks to

Arth Wines

Fig Tree Restaurant

Core Design Web Development

Beacon Printers

Penarth View

Media Clash – Cardiff Life Magazine

Vale Volunteer Bureau

Vale Council for Voluntary Services

Donald Moore, Pavilion Maritime Committee

Peter Draper, Rounded Development & Eco Home

Professor and Mrs Tony Hazell

Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Wales Director, Institute of Directors

Karen Davies, Events Organiser St Donats

Penarth Pavilion Fundraising Group

Lucy Stout

Christine and Dafydd Lewis

Rebecca Albright

Inga Burrows, Film Studies University of Glamorgan

Thanks also to artists and musicians who have donated their time and work including:

Lacuna Quartet

Liberty St Jazz Band

Absolute Zero Quartet

Kathryn Rees Peak, Harpist

Deuawd Dave Jones& Daniel Williams - The Jazz Duo

The Pavilion Brass Quintet

Keep Up To Date...on our progress and learn how you can get involved by visiting our website.

www.penarthpavilion.co.uk

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Print: Mel Burgum

02920 712100

6 Herbert Terrace, Penarth CF64 2AHwww.puravidaboardriders.co.uk e:jim@puravidaboardriders.co.uk

With the winter season on our doorstep, why not pop into Pura Vida Boardriders for all your gifts and watersports essentials.

First established as a surf board shaping brand in 1995 by Penarth local Jim Brooks-Dowsett, Pura Vida Boardriders has quickly become the nucleus for the South Wales windsurfing community. Fuelled by his passion for all things water-bound, Jim has diversified the store into a haven for all watersport fanatics and lovers of surf scene clothing.

Remaining true to the Pura Vida ethos, this family-run business stays away from mainstream brands and instead stocks some of the best alternative clothing available, such as the bold and artistic Syke, O’Shea, Ion and of course their own line of merchandise.

Pura Vida has also become the ‘official test centre’ for windsurfing’s leading brands. Stocking hardware to suit all abilities, Pura Vida also offers windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddleboard tuition that accommodates absolute beginners to those who simply want refresher courses or to advance their skills.

“These days you don’t have to be a diehard surfer to enjoy your local surf shop. On the contrary, Pura Vida has something to offer the whole family,” says Jim. “We offer stand-up paddleboarding lessons, equipment hire, free expert advice on all our new and used equipment as well as school talks and demonstrations.

“Whether you’re male or female, young or ‘young at heart’, we have something to offer you,” says Jim. As well as Jim and his wife Tanya, Pura Vida’s manager Rhiannon is always on hand to help.

What’s in stock?

In addition to the equipment, Pura Vida has a range of clothing, sunglasses, unique watches, professional watersport cameras and surf-style jewellery – not to mention an ever-increasing hoard of quirky surfboard rugs, Burt’s Bees skincare products and DVDs.

With a vast selection of seasonal promotions, payment schemes and customised gear it’s no wonder Pura Vida is quickly becoming the ‘go to’ place for all things surf. Pura Vida Boardriders also rewards its customers with a Free Loyalty Card, giving you 10% off everything in store – every time you shop!

Get on board!

“Check out the website and be sure to warm up with a coffee at our store in Penarth (opposite Tesco Express). We look forward to seeing you soon!” says Jim.

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07970 420998

5 Station Approach, Penarth CF64 3EE

Established in Penarth for over 28 years, the Paramount Tandoori Balti is probably one of the best Indian restaurants, not only in Penarth but in the surrounding area.

Not only do they provide exceptional Indian cuisine but they have built up wonderful relationships with their customers. From the outset this family run business has gone out of their way to make you feel special.

The Paramount Tandoori Restaurant is unique. The team at the Paramount Tandoori treat all customers old and new, with respect, politeness and a willingness to please. Each welcome is genuine whether you are a returning customer or a new one. Returning customers are welcomed by name and new customers are treated to exceptional hospitality and service.

That is before you have sampled the food! It is a testament to the Paramount Tandoori that during these times, with a mixture of quality food and fantastic hospitality, the Paramount Tandoori remains one of the best Indian restaurants in Penarth and the surrounding area.

Contemporary Indian cuisine at its best, including the chef’s specials

The Paramount Tandoori is a quality contemporary Indian restaurant, established in Penarth in 1982. The menu has a range of special mild to hot dishes selected by the management team, which originate from Bengal, Kashmir, Lahore, Khyberpass and Madras. Speciality and popular dishes include Paramount Special Bhoona, Murgi Special and Murgi Massala, one of the kingly dishes of India. It is recommended for all those who like and appreciate good food. The dish comprises a whole cooked chicken stuffed with minced meat and cooked in the oven with rich but mild spices and served with pilau rice, salad, mango chutney and a very special curry source.

What do the Paramount Tandoori customers say?

“The food is always delicious and the people warm and friendly! What more can you ask for from a restaurant and takeaway? The best Indian food for miles!”Anne Jones, Penarth

“The Paramount Tandoori is second to none for eat in and takeaways! Hospitality is great, it is family friendly

and they cater for your tastes. Ask them to cook your favourite dish if it is not on the menu and they are happy to provide! Similarly with children, they will adapt some of the dishes to suit. Great for special occasions and comfortable for party bookings. I chose the venue for a celebration and we were really looked after. I can’t recommend them enough.”R. Davies, Sully

20% off mealsover £10 for takeaway

10% off mealsunder £10 for takeaway

Opening Times:

Monday – Thursday6.00pm – 12.00 Midnight

Friday and Saturday6.00pm – 12.30am

Sunday6.00pm – 12.00pm

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02920 708778

32 Canton Court, Cardiff CF11 9BHe: nik@sonikelectrical.co.uk

02920 239823 07815786850

Proprietor Nik Bhayani set up the Canton-based business three and half years ago. “We pride ourselves on our high quality expert professional service, competitive prices and reliability,” he says.

“We specialise in a mixture of commercial and domestic electrical work, which ranges from inspection and testing, small jobs such as installing additional power sockets and lighting, to full rewires. We are just as happy to take on the small jobs as we are to take on the larger jobs,” says Nik.

“For renovations and house builds customers can call us direct or we can work with your builder on all the electrical requirements for a project. We do our best to fit in with clients’ needs to provide a quality service, anywhere from Newport to Bridgend.”

With the increasing availability of modern IT and communications Nik is seeing a growing demand for such technology to be applied at home.

“More and more people want automated systems so they can control their homes at the touch of a button. I can install a fully automated system with a remote control and touch panels on every wall –control of the lighting and heating at your fingertips,” he says.

“Don’t settle for an amateur when it comes to your electrics in the Cardiff area. Whatever the size of the job, we approach every electrical job and customer with total respect and integrity. Choose Sonik Electrical and you’ll find peace of mind in the service offered.”

Keeping You Switched On

For all your domestic and commercial electrical needs, Sonik Electrical’s electricians are at your service in Cardiff and the surrounding areas.

Call Sonik ElECtriCal, your friEndly, loCal ExpErt for all ElECtriCal SErviCES.

For further information on electrical safety, please visit the Electrical Safety Council’s website at www.esc.org.uk

Domestic andcommercial work

NICEIC-registered,free estimates

Competitive prices

Friendly, local& reliable service

Home automation systems

Additional lights / sockets

Full and part rewires

Shower installations

New consumer units(fuse boxes)

Garden / security lighting

Garage / shed installations

Inspection and testing

CCTV, smoke alarms

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02920 239823 07815 786850

The Esplanade, Penarth CF64 3AU e: booking@thepierthepebble.com

Originally an Edwardian residential property, The Pier & The Pebble is the perfect location to explore the Vale Heritage Coastline, or enjoy the shopping, culture and sport in Cardiff.

“Enjoy a latte with breakfast, a continental beer after work, or a full three-course meal in the comfort of the light and airy cafe, or in the warmer months, al fresco on the decked balcony,” says owner Darren Beddis.

The hotel is located next to the oldest Yacht Club in Wales, and on weekends and evenings you can enjoy views of the yachts racing from the decked balcony. Facing east you overlook the distant Somerset coastline, and on clear days you can see as far as the Severn bridges to the north or Steep Holm and further to Hinkley Point to the south. Or you can simply lounge in a comfortable sofa, reading the newspapers.

However, the most stunning view is right in front: the imposing Victorian Pier. All tables offer magnificent sea views of the Pier and beach.

the RNLI is the charity that saves livesat sea

With magnificent views of the Bristol Channel, The Pier & The Pebbleis a stylish cafe barand hotel offering rustic dining and accommodation on Penarth’s famous Edwardian Esplanade.

Fresh local ingredientsThe Pier & The Pebble menus offer fresh home-cooked food, prepared daily from the finest local Welsh ingredients, with a range of exotic or traditional dishes to suit every palate.

To make a reservation and for more information simply call or use the online booking form at the website.

At breakfast you can watch the sailing yachts depart for the day and the restaurant is open until late evening, when the moon rises over the distant shoreline.

Many of the rooms offer magnificent sea views of the Pier and across the channel. The rooms are elegantly furnished with all modern amenities, including ensuite bathrooms, freeview television, tea and coffee facilities, wireless internet access and telephones. A choice of traditional Welsh, English, or continental breakfast is included.

The Pier & The Pebble is the perfect venue for your wedding, seminar, corporate event or Christmas party. The chefs can cater for any requirement. Our cafe bar and conservatory is spacious and can accommodate up to 120 guests.

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& 02920 700333

Penarth02920 290512

Barry and Vale of Glamorgan01446 439 219

Plasma, LCD & LED TV Installations

Onevision Ltd specialises in the installation of plasma LCD and LED screen equipment in South Wales.

Combining leading edge product expertise with the latest technology and creative customised service support, Onevision Ltd provides innovative solutions to meet the specific needs of your home or business.

Onevision Ltd can advise, supply and install all your visual requirements including plasma, LCD and LED as well as supply and install wall mount brackets. Onevision Ltd can also advise you on the best set up for high definition broadcasts ensuring you enjoy the benefits HD has to offer.

Onevision Ltd installation technicians are well trained and experienced in the installation of plasma TV, LCD TV and LED TV screens and surround sound. Screens larger than 32inch may be too heavy to be fitted to a plasterboard wall without any reinforcement. Onevision will be happy to explain and advise how it can be done by their experienced installers who are able to mount any screen to any wall.

Even small flat screen TVs, especially plasma screens, are heavy, so fixing of the screen brackets requires extreme care and the correct fixings, to ensure your screen stays on the wall. On average you spend seven to 10 years in front of your television set, so let the professionals mount it correctly.

Satellite and aerial installations

Onevision Ltd is a family run business. Paul Williams, the founder, has over 20 years’ experience in the industry including 15 years as a supplier of Sky satellite systems. Onevision Ltd is now the Number 1 independent Sky Digital retailer in Wales.

They are also your first choice for all TV aerial installation, Sky and Sky+ installation, freeview aerial installations, satellite installations, Sky / Sky+ domestic distribution unit installations, poor reception problems and upgrades. Onevision guarantees to give you what you want, when you want it.

Onevision Ltd has a track record second to none. They have supplied digital equipment to over 125,000 customers including Sony UK, the Millennium Stadium, Assura Chemist, local authority gyms and swimming pools.

All of their fitters are experienced and continuously trained in the latest technologies. They are confident that they can provide you with a solution to all of your technical queries.

Their engineers are constantly carrying out installations all over South Wales with local engineers covering Penarth and the surrounding areas.All systems are installed to British Standard BSEN60728-11 2005.

They specialise in the supply and installation of Sky Digital, freeview digital, TV aerial services and digital motorised systems.

Onevision offers a full, design, installation and maintenance service for IRS, MATV and SMATV commercial systems.

Onevision is a leader in state-of-the-art plasma and LCD installations and experts in hidden cable installations.

Services include:

• TV aerial installation

• Sky TV installation

• CAI installer

• Freesat

• Digital TV aerials

• Digital plasma TV,LCD TV & LED TV installations

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112 - 113 Glebe Street, Penarth CF64 1EBwww.skinstudiowales.com e: skinstudio@hotmail.co.uk

The Skin Studio is one of Penarth’s newest businesses and it has been welcomed with open arms by its increasing band of customers. The Skin Studio officially opened in August 2010, when sisters Natalie and Marijanna Price teamed up to combine their expertise in the health and beauty market sectors to offer a complete inside-and-out wellbeing experience.

Natalie is a qualified advanced beauty therapist while Marijanna’s background is in the public health sector, where she became a qualified L3 Advanced Personal Trainer and Nutritionist. Combining their specialist nutrition and fitness and beauty skills together, Natalie and Marijanna developed the concept of The Skin Studio.

“We’re offering a tailored focus for every customer, educating them in health and wellbeing as well as advising on and providing beauty treatments of all kinds,” Natalie explains.

“Customers receive the best available practice and standards on beauty treatments such as facials, anti-ageing treatments, hair removal and targeted weight loss. Depending on the individual client’s needs, that advice can then be developed to focus on designing an advanced programme of health and wellbeing and explaining the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle.

“For example, a client who has successfully lost weight from a target zone through a course of i–Lipo laser treatment may want further advice on a balanced diet and exercise programme,” says Natalie.

Services include

Aesthetic skin treatments, including invasive and non-invasive

Quality treatments

Botox

Dermaroller

Price competitive

Targeted weight reduction (i-Lipo system)

Qualified specialist technicians

Hair removal

Wash ‘n’ wear tanning

“Some people need to lose weight, for others it may be simply that they want to live more healthily, or to find out about increasing their energy levels or about the effects of antioxidants and sun protection factors.

“After a thorough skin and body diagnosis, we will devise a course of treatments for every customer as an individual – and we confidently offer a money-back guarantee,” Natalie explains.

The advanced skin and body diagnostic machine analyses problems such as pigmentation, open pores and sunshine exposure. A programme is then developed that best suits the characteristics and needs of your skin. If required, a planned nutritional and exercise programme that can be followed at home or in one-on-one sessions with Marijanna will also be created.

“Many local clients have told us how happy they are that we have opened in Penarth so they don’t have to go into Cardiff for treatments, and we are attracting customers from further afield in West Wales and Bristol as well. Marijanna and I are very pleased with how well received The Skin Studio has been and we’re looking forward to the next few months,” says Natalie.

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02921 250221

Where health and beauty come together

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Christmas is a happy time for celebrating, seeing family and friends, and doing lots of cooking, eating and drinking, with the beautifully decorated tree twinkling away in the corner.

After they’ve all gone home, and the tree decorations and tinsel have been put away, however, the house might not be looking its pristine best. Food and drink spills, Christmas tree needles, glitter and just the effect of lots of people being in the house will all have left their mark.

That’s when you will want to call Graham Linnard at Cor Cleaning.

“We will clean your carpets, curtains, windows and even your hard-working oven, so they look like new again,”says Graham.

In the cleaning business for more than 10 years, Graham prides himself on providing a cost-effective and guaranteed quality of service.

“If any marks reappear after cleaning we’ll return and do the job again, free.

Friends or family coming for Christmas dinner, for drinks or to stay this winter period?Let us help by brightening up your home, carpets, curtains and oven in theNew Year

Call Cor Cleaning to make a date

for your New Year cleaning: carpets,

ovens, gutters and much more.

What customers say:

“A professional, well organised company who initially provided a comprehensive assessment of the

job and then carried out an excellent cleaning of the carpets – best by far

they have ever been cleaned.”Mr & Mrs Barnett, Penarth

“Fantastic – we never thought carpets that were in such a disgusting state after seven years of punishment by

various tenants would come so clean, they look great! Excellent service, we

won’t hesitate to recommend you.”Smiths Residential Lettings

“Excellent, prompt, reliable, inexpensive service. All marks

removed, carpets look like new. The service is excellent value for money – if you had charged more I would still

have used you and will again.”Catherine, Patrick’s with Rooms

All appointments are arranged to suit your timetable, and our prices are all-inclusive, so customers know exactly what they are getting. The process we use at Cor Cleaning is very thorough but it is also quick-drying – carpets will normally be dry within two and four hours, depending on the weather.”

Regular cleaning of your carpets is important both for the family’s health and also to prolong the carpets’ life.

“They may not look dirty but there is always unseen dirt, house dust mitesand ground-in stains.

“We will clean and freshen your carpets to make a healthier environment for you and to give your home a sparkling spring clean after the busy Christmas holiday,” says Graham.

02920 271500CorCleaning

31 Hickman Rd, Penarth CF64 2ALwww.ener-chi.co.uk e:info@ener-chi.co.uk

Imagine a place where the outside world can be forgotten and the pursuit of beauty and relaxation can be indulged to its full potential. In its premises in Penarth and Radyr, the ener-chi philosophy is one of combining the mind, body and spirit through beautifying, relaxing and healing rituals that will leave you revitalised and restored.

“At this busy and chilly time of year, it is important to make time for yourself,” says owner Judy Mancuso. “At ener-chi, it is all about you. Why not escape the stress of the festive season and head down to one of our luxurious relaxing treatment rooms. Whether it be alone, with a friend, or a present for a loved one, ener-chi provides the best in professional massage and beauty which will leave you feeling brand new and ready to take on the world.

“We’ve spent years perfecting our holistic approach to natural therapies, relaxation, beauty and wellbeing, in order to create a personal and luxurious environment in which to reconnect with yourself,” says Judy.

At ener-chi the treatment list is large and varied. Whatever your desire, be it a stress-busting massage or a rejuvenating facial, the fully trained therapists have just the service for you, from relaxing complementary therapies such as reflexology, Hopi ear candling, aromatherapy and deep tissue massage to beauty-boosting facials, nail care, waxing and tinting.

For extra indulgence, try a massage utilising the incredible relaxation qualities of warm oils and hot volcanic stones. And for sports-related conditions, visit ener-chi’s chartered physiotherapist who has more than 20 years’ NHS experience. A medical practitioner registered with the British Association of Cosmetic Doctors runs a weekly facial rejuvenation clinic.

“We also have an extensive stock of beauty, aromatherapy and herbal products available, including Dr Hauschka, L’Occitane, Eminence Organics, award-winning Lulu & Boo and many other skincare favourites,” says Judy.

“Our philosophy is to provide unique products sourced from the very best suppliers, natural and organic where possible, none of which have been tested on animals. Bioforce herbal remedies and Pukka health teas and ayurvedic supplements complement our holistic approach.” Customers are able to purchase vitamins, minerals and herbal remedies.

Male and female clients of all ages are welcome, and groups of friends or couples can book appointments together. “Take a break from your hectic life and visit ener-chi, relax and revitalise yourself in style,” says Judy.

ener-chi gift vouchers, stocking fillers and extravagant pamper hampers make the ideal Christmas gifts. Visit the website or call Judy for more information

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02920 707356Reconnect with yourself