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www.KellyEngland.com Guide to Life October 2010
THE HAPPY ISSUE
October is my favourite month of the whole year in Hong Kong - time for cooler weather, blue skies and breezes. Finally my makeup won’t be melting - ha! We have discovered everything you need to feel happy in your mind, body and even spirit this October. You will also look face fabulous with the amazing facial deal from the MiraSpa leaving you with some brilliant swag - this stuff really works girls. I love that in HK so many people smile on the street which is very cool. Keep smiling and help your pals and soon to be pals get happy too.
Enjoy!
Kelly
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Guide to Life Hong Kong chatted with Antonio Montani, top international model turned super snapper...
Tell us how you got into modelling?
I started modelling around 18yrs ago when a scout in Milan came up to me in the street.
Where have you worked?
Germany, Italy, Paris, London, NYC, Cape Town, Miami, Tokyo, Sydney....my favourite place was always Hong Kong.
When did you know you wanted to become a photographer?
August 2004. I just bought a camera in HK and started to shoot 2 hours later on Repulse Bay beach with 2 friends.
What is your motto in life?
Just to be happy with what I have and what I do in my life. Enjoy darling!
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Fuzzy Friends
Studies have shown that pet owners are happier and healthier than non pet owners. Cats and dogs can also help to lower your blood pressure and even cholesterol levels - amazing! Animals are also brilliant for children to learn how to be gentle and responsible for grooming and walking. Fuzzy friends constantly offer warmth, love and loyalty and best of all - they never care if you are having a bad hair day!
The main thing that animals need is your time and affection, so make sure you can give this to your new friend.
Top Tips
*Never buy animals from pet stores - always rescue - there so many cool cats and dashing dogs that need happy homes
*If you need a dog in your life visit Hong Kong Dog Rescue for their Puppy Adoption at Whiskers N Paws 10/F Horizon Plaza, Ap Lei Chau every Sunday from 2 - 5pm
*For puss cat snuggles, check out www.hkalleycats.com
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LUXE LOVE
Be wooed with the brilliant cut of the ‘Laura’ ring. The diamond in the center is 2.03ct FSi1 and the total weight of the pear shapes are 1.02ct set in 18k white gold. Absolutely fabulous!
For custom made pieces and friendly personal service call Ryder Diamonds (852) 2805 2589
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Hidden Gems
Looking for the perfect gift or something to ramp up your home? House of Style on Wellington Street (opposite Karen Millen) is packed with these gorgeous must haves.
Candy jar/ cake stand from $580 - $1680
Animal stool - $790
Cake stand and resin piggie - $1180
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Good vibrations
Elle Macpherson, and Claudia Schiffer won’t travel without theirs. Powerplate in Hong Kong blasts your body in fast 25 mins sessions to firm up, boost muscle definition and reduce cellulite. Complimentary 30 min personal sessions for all Guide to Life readers! Yey! (852) 3621 0180
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Dear Davide, I just moved to Southside and need to burn some steam. I always find an excuse to not go to the gym. Help!
It sounds like outdoor, group personal training is what you need to keep motivated. Plus, due to demand C25 have just launched in 2 new locations - Cyberport and Repulse Bay so you are in luck! Get ready to sweat and release those endorphins. (852) 9040 6153
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Tips and Toes
The Chuan Spa has created a lush $666, 90 min Tips and Toes therapy. Begin with the divine 30 min Head Massage, then onto Healing Hands with an evening primrose scrub, nourishing mud wrap, and rose, vetiver, lavender and vitamin E massage. Finally it’s time to relieve stiletto-sore feet with the mini Feet Retreat. An aromatic compress, warm oil and salt exfoliation followed by a peppermint foot mask. The foot massage leaves feet feeling light as a feather. Nirvana doesn’t end there - enjoy the luxurious rooftop pool, Jacuzzi, oriental hot tubs, saunas and steam rooms – free of charge!
Chuan Spa, Level 41, Langham Place Hotel, Mongkok (852) 3552 3510
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Get happy in October!
*Celebrate your feminine curves and join the sisterhood at Belly Dance classes with the famous Suzette Ackermann (852) 9439 2692. Classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Studio On Queens 2F, 55 Queen's Road Central. (opposite H&M Central).
*The inspiring mind and body dance practice Nia is now taught by inspiring Tracey Fenner (852) 6687 9703 at the new OPS ~ Xcel-R8 Wellness Studio on Wednesday nights.
OPS ~ Xcel-R8 Wellness Studio, 13F, 41-43 Graham Street, Central.
*Get the adrenaline pumping at KONTACT with their butt kicking Muay Thai, Kickboxing, MMA classes in their new studio.
KONTACT 12F Silver Fortune Plaza, No.1 Wellington Street, Central (852) 25252400
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Stripes have been seen on all the major runways for this autumns collections. Since the wonderful Coco Chanel, stylish stripes have been the blue print of comfortable chic. Extend this fashion into your bedroom with luxury Stripe Bed Linen from Sleep Naked. With Double Bed Strip Sets from only USD169 you can sleep like a goddess at home every night!
Head to www.sleepnaked.hk to order. Free delivery to HK and your hotel quality goodies will arrive in three days.
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NEWSFLASH: Flex Yoga and Pilates Studio has moved from Stanley and created the slickest, coolest, most fabulous 4,500sqf studio EVER seen in HK. A dream of a place to train in which has already attracted the best teachers in town including Nike’s Global Yoga Ambassador Leah Kim (formerly Pure).
Flex, 1/F Regency Centre (Phase II), 43 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Wong Chuk Hang, Aberdeen (852) 2813 2212 - 2 mins from the Aberdeen Tunnel, excellent parking and fast buses from Central, Wanchai, Repulse Bay, Stanley, and CWB.
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Guide to Life Baby of the Month
Name: George
Favourite person: My mummy Marina-Portia
Hobby of Choice: Being tickled by my daddy
Top Tip: I am working stripes this Autumn as the sailor look is fresh off the catwalk
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Take control and make sure to make you snooze soundly at night - get your will arranged by someone that really knows the in’s and out’s of HK and International Law and protect yourself and your family. Call Jessica 852 25619031
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Carrot and Coriander Soup
Serves 4
Prep 15 mins.
Cooking time 25 mins
1 tbsp coconut oil,1 onion chopped, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 potato, chopped, 450g carrots, peeled and chopped, 1.2 litres vegetable stock, A handful of coriander
Heat the oil in a large pan, add onion and then fry for 5 mins until softened. Stir in the ground coriander and potato, then cook for 1 min. add the carrots and stock, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat. Cover and cook for 20 mins until carrots are tender
Tip into food processor with coriander, then blitz until smooth. Return to pan, taste, add salt if necessary, then reheat to serve.
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