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ISSUE 27 

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issue 27 

JAN / FEB 2017 

30 

NEWS 

13 What’s On 

15 Calendar 

18 Celebrities 

20 For Him 

22 For Her 

24 On Trend 

28 Chill In 

30 Rock Out 

FEATURES 

32 Britney Laid Bare 

36 New Year New You 

38 Marbella Awards Winners 

48 Will Black Bursury 

FASHION 

54 Religion – 

Brave The Elements 

62 Valdy - Marbella Cruise 

HAIR & BEAUTY 

80 Beauty Rocks 

82 We Love Extensions 

HEALTH & FITNESS 

86 The Future of Fitness 

GASTRONOMY 

96 Phosh Food 

HOMES & INTERIORS 

98 Art for Art’s Sake 

OUT & ABOUT 

102 Porsche & Rotary 

Car Run 

104 Marbella Now 

100th Episode 

106 La Sala Unveiling Party 

108 Nadia Christmas Market 

110 Finca Besaya 

Inauguration 

LISTINGS 

124 Best of the Web 

126 Astrology 

128 60 Second Interview 

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Art Editor 

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Keinanen, Tanya Vegar, Helen 

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Welcome to the Jan/Feb Issue issue of Marbella Rocks 

Magazine where we start the New Year with some 

positive vibes on how to conquer goals and stick 

to those grand NY resolutions over the coming 

12 months. This can be anything from homes to 

relationships, so if you’re wanting to make changes in 2017 check 

out page 36 to find out how. 

The fashion stakes get higher this month too with internationally 

renowned fashion label Religion Clothing gracing our pages for the 

first time with a stunning 8 page ‘Brave The Elements’ shoot. We’re 

in love with their on trend men’s and womenswear range featuring 

jackets and jumpsuits for her and chic parkers, loungewear and 

tailoring for him. Plus Valdy is back with her new Marbella Cruise 

Collection. Soak up some winter sun with their unique swimwear, 

kaftans, dresses and ponchos. 

We are also excited to reveal the Winners of the Marbella Awards 

2016. Thousands of you voted via our secure online voting system 

to decide on the eventual winners of these coveted awards. Read 

our 6 page feature on page 38 to find out who won the best of the 

best in all 15 categories. 

Plus, check out our fabulous two new columnists – Dominique Laird 

from Golden Tarts and Vera Keinanen from Salon La Vida By Vera. 

Dominique brings you all the latest hair and beauty trends for the 

coming year in ‘Beauty Rocks’ and Vera shows us how to fake it 

in ‘We Love Extensions’ – covering hair, nails and lashes in one 

superb article. 

While Summer seems a long way off there is no harm in planning 

those key big nights out! We are pleased to announce a raft of 

huge concerts heading your way… for starters we have ‘I Want To 

Know What Love Is’ rock legends Foreigner on June 11th (and an 

exclusive interview with the band on page 30) and soul sensation 

George Benson behind smash hits ‘Give Me The Night’ and “Never 

Give Up On A Good Thing’ on July 21st. There are 3 more big acts 

to be announced shortly so watch this space. 

2017 is looking good already, 

Sam 

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WHAT’S ON 

news 

FUEL BRASSERIE LOUNGE 

Popular Aloha restaurant Fuel Brasserie is launching a 

decadent new evening lounge which will host resident DJ’s 

from Puerto Banus’ Marbella High Club every last Saturday 

of the month. The venue will be open from 8pm till 2am 

every Friday and Saturday night in Winter. A perfect after 

dinner venue for those looking for a lively, sleek, modern 

setting to party. The opening marks the third and final phase 

of Fuel’s launch plan. Last summer the restaurant launched 

its Michelin star inspired menu with Heston Blumenthal chef, 

Clive Dixon, at the helm and Prinks Bar was inaugurated 

shortly after as a pre-dinner cocktail bar. 

For more information or to make a booking visit www. 

fuelbrasserie.com. 

FOREIGNER & GEORGE BENSON 

COMING TO MARBELLA 

Yep, you heard it here first… rock icons Foreigner 

and soul legend George Benson are due to hit Marbella 

shores for summer concerts at the Puente Romano 

on Sunday June 11 and Friday July 21 respectively. 

Crazy Music Productions, who brought top acts Seal 

and Simply Red to Marbella last year, are also planning 

to bring further internationally renowned stars to the 

Costa Del Sol. For more information and to book tickets 

visit www.crazymusicproductions.com. 

CASAMONO LAUNCHES 

IN PUENTE ROMANO 

Casamono Restaurant on the Golden Mile is opening 

a sister restaurant in the award winning Puente Romano 

in March. Casamono owners Clement & Zazou pride 

themselves on sourcing the best dishes and ingredients 

from abroad and describe the dining experience at 

Casamono as “more than just a restaurant.” 

To make a booking to sample the food, arts, music and 

culture of the beautiful Casamono at either venue visit 

www.casamonomarbella.com. 

DIAMONDS & PEARLS 

A new event management company has set up in 

Marbella to bring top acts and concerts to the Costa 

Del Sol. Diamonds & Pearls has a host of top talent 

on its books including BBC featured Tom Soloman 

and rising star Paris Gibson. The group kick off 2017 

with a fantastic Take That featuring Lulu Tribute at the 

Sunset Beach Club Hotel in Benalmadena on Saturday 

February 17. The event, with a ticket price of only €18 

including a buffet dinner, features Dean Swift, Brijan 

Barten and Ben James as Take That and Sue Mohr as 

Lulu - with big dance routines and amazing vocals. To 

attend one of the upcoming concerts visit their website 

at www.diamondsandpearlseventsmanagement.com 

or check out Marbella Rocks monthly calendars for 

upcoming events. 


PRESENTS 

SUNDAY, JUNE 11 TH 

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FRIDAY 

JULY 21 ST 

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George 

Benson 

"Never Give Up On A Good Thing", 

"Give Me The Night", "Breezin", 

"Turn Your Love Around", 

"On Broadway", 

"The Masquerade"

JANUARY 

FIND OUT WHAT’S ON EVERY MONTH WITH THE LATEST EVENTS 

IN AND AROUND THE COSTA DEL SOL 

2017 

saturday 

sunday 

2017 Party @ Besaya 

Beach 

SUNDAY BRUNCH @ 

Sunborn Sky Restaurant 

Sunday Lunch & 

Sessions @ Olivia´s 

La Cala 

Lesley Harrison @ Live 

Lounge 

Italian Opera @ La 

Fiorentina 

monday tuesday wednesday 

50% Off 2nd Burger @ 

Toro Burger Lounge 

Live Music Eric Michel @ 

Besaya Beach 

SINGER @ Olivia´s La Cala 

Eighties Night @ La 

Fiorentina 

Post A Picture for 10% 

off @ Toro Burger Lounge 


Tango Show @ Parrilla 

5th 

Ladies Day @ Toro Burger 

Lounge 

Open Mic Sessions @ 

La Catarina 

Winter Set Menu @ 

Olivia's La Cala 


Tabitha @ Live Lounge 

Tango Classes @ El 

Banco 

Mel Williams @ La 

Fiorentina 

Afternoon tea @ 


thursday 

€10 Toro @ Toro Burger 

Lounge 


Free Breakfast Coffee 

@ Olivia's La Cala 



Lesley Harrison 

Karaoke @ Live Lounge 

Ladies Lunch @ La 

Fiorentina 

Ladies VIP Night @ 

Joe’s Bar 

Free Sake & Bottle of 

Wine For Ladies @ Mai 

friday 

Three Kings 

Happy Hour (7-9pm) @ 


Steve Fozz Karaoke @ 

Live Lounge 


Singer @ The Hairy Lemon 

Live Entertainment 

with The Colonel @ 

Fuel Brasserie 

DJ Junior D´Acosta & 

DJ Godoy @ La Suite 

Dog Walking @ Triple A 

House Band & Guest 

Night @ Live Lounge 





Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 





5th 


Lounge 


La Catarina 






Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 








Live Music @ El Banco 


Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 



Russian New Year 

Party @ Finca Besaya 




Live Lounge 















Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 





5th 


Lounge 


La Catarina 






Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 










Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 






Live Lounge 















Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 





5th 


Lounge 


La Catarina 






Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 










Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 






Live Lounge 












Marbella High Club @ 

Fuel Brasserie Lounge 

Chinese New Year 

Party @ La Suite 




Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 





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FIND OUT WHAT’S ON EVERY MONTH 

WITH THE LATEST EVENTS IN AND 

AROUND THE COSTA DEL SOL 

2017 

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Lounge 


La Catarina 






Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 









Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 






Live Lounge 




Live Piano Evening @ 











Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 





5th 


Lounge 


La Catarina 


Olivia's La Cala SINGER @ 

Olivia´s La Cala 



Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 










Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 






Live Lounge 







Diamonds and Pearls 

Gala Dinner @ Gran 

Hotel Benhavis 



Valentine’s Day Dinner 

@ Besaya Beach 

Valentine’s Day Party 

@ Finca Besaya 

Pre-Valentine’s Day 



Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 

Valentine’s Day 

Valentine’s Day Menu 

@ El Banco 





5th 


Lounge 


La Catarina 






Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 










Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 



Take That ft Lulu 

Tribute @ Sunset Beach 

Club 




Live Lounge 















Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 





5th 


Lounge 


La Catarina 






Banco 


Fiorentina 




Lounge 










Fiorentina 


Joe’s Bar 






Live Lounge 

















Besaya Beach 





La Cala 


Lounge 


Fiorentina 





Fiorentina 

Brazilian Carnival 






5th 


celebrities 

everyone’s talking about... 

KIM & KANYE – IS IT ALL OVER? 

According to reports Kim Kardashian is planning to divorce 

Kanye West and take full custody of their two children, North 

West and Saint. 

According to US Weekly the relationship between the 

reality TV star and her rapper husband has been under 

strain for some time and she wanted a break prior to his 

hospitalisation back in November. However, the friend said 

that Kim won’t make any decision until Kanye has fully 

recovered from his breakdown for his sake. 

The couple wed in a star-studded ceremony in May 2015. 

While this marked the first time 

down the aisle for Kanye, Kim 

has been married twice before 

to record producer Damon 

Thomas and basketball player 

Kris Humphries, the latter lasting 

only 72 days. Looks like she might 

be giving Joan Collins a run for her 

money. 

DADDY COOL 

Hollywood heartthrob 

Bradley Cooper is set to 

become a Dad for the first 

time as Russian girlfriend 

Irina Shayk confirms she is 

pregnant and already in her 

second trimester. 

Victoria’s Secret model 

Irina, 30, took to the stage 

at the Victoria’s Secret 

annual fashion show in Paris, 

covering up her bump in a 

red tassled jacket as she 

revealed the news to E! 

Entertainment. Backstage 

models were shocked by 

their fellow ‘Angels’ news. 

Bradley, 41, who has been 

dating Irina for 19 months 

on and 

off also 

appeared 

to be feeling the same 

(!) saying his impending 

fatherhood came as a “real 

shock”. 

As the news broke in 

Paris, Bradley was spotted 

out in LA with a very serious 

look on his face (pictured 

here). In his recent film, 

American Sniper, Bradley 

got some real stick for how 

he held his fake baby during 

filming. Let’s hope he copes 

better with the real deal! The 

new addition to the Cooper/ 

Shayk clan is due in May. 

ROCK & STROLLER 

Rolling Stones frontman Mick 

Jagger has become a Dad for the 

eighth time aged 73 with his 29-yearold 

ballerina girlfriend Melanie 

Hamrick. 

The baby boy was born on 

December 6th and marks the eighth 

child for Jagger who has a checkered 

love life having had children with 4 

different women, a fake marriage, a 

real marriage and a barrage of affairs. 

Interestingly, despite just becoming 

a father his eldest granddaughter 

Assini Jagger has also just had a baby 

making him a great grandfather! His 

eldest daughter Karis Hunt Jagger 

is also 17 years older than girlfriend 

Melanie, who is 44 years Mick’s junior. 

This could be the last offspring 

for the ageing rocker – who has 

reportedly amassed a £200,000 

million fortune and splits him time 

between pads in New York, London, 

Paris and Mustique, no doubt visiting 

his ever growing family members 

dotted around the world! 

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news 

FASHION DESIGNERS SNUB FIRST LADY 

Iconic US fashion designers Tom 

Ford and Marc Jacobs have revealed 

they have no desire to dress new first 

lady Melania Trump. 

Tom Ford stopped by The View 

to talk about his new film Nocturnal 

Animals, and spent some time talking 

about first lady fashion. 

“We've got a new first lady, Melania 

Trump, and she's quite beautiful, and 

she's thin, she's gonna look great in 

clothes, no?” host Joy Behar asked 

Ford at the top of the interview, clearly 

hoping to learn if Ford would consider 

working with her. 

A hesitant looking Ford paused for 

a moment before responding, “I don't 

know. I was asked to dress her quite a 

few years ago and I declined.” 

Explaining his reason as, “Well, she's 

not necessarily my image.” 

The Daily Mail had reported 

that off camera Ford was 

quoted as saying “I have no 

interest in dressing a glorified 

escort who steals speeches and 

has bad taste in men!” although 

after less than 24 hours the 

post was taken down most 

probably due to Trump’s legal 

powerhouse. 

Meanwhile fashion legend 

Marc Jacobs has also snubbed 

the first lady, “I have no interest 

whatsoever in dressing Melania 

Trump,” Jacobs told WWD. 

“Personally, I’d rather put my 

energy into helping out those who 

will be hurt by Donald Trump and 

his supporters.” Ouch! 

CHERYL BACKLASH 

Cheryl Cole, the unlucky in love star who has two failed marriages 

behind her has finally found her “Mr Right” in One Direction singer 

Liam Payne and there’s a baby on the way too after months of 

speculation. However the former X Factor presenter, 34, has been 

suffering severe criticism by 1D fans who have accused her for being 

too old for 23-year-old Liam. 

Fans have also been posting the screen shots from Liam’s first X 

Factor audition when he was 14 and Cheryl was 24 labelling her a 

cradle snatcher. 

A particularly angry fan wrote, “F*** off Cheryl. You can have any man in 

the world. Step the f*** away from Liam or we going to have problems.” 

The most vile troll 

added: “Repulsive 

w***e. From one bed 

straight to the next.” 

Cheryl responded 

with, “When people 

hate on you it’s 

because you have got 

something they want.” 

MADONNA & PENN ROUND 2? 

Madonna has offered to remarry former 

husband actor Sean Penn at the Arts 

Basel charity gala in Miami. 

The 58-year-old singer who has 

remained firm friends with Penn since the 

end of their 4 year marriage in the 80’s 

– offered to remarry him if a $150,000 

donation to her Malawi charity was made. 

"I'm still in love with you," she told the 

56-year-old actor on stage in front of a star-studded audience including Leonardo DiCaprio, Chris Rock and Courtney Love. 

Madonna allowed him to handcuff himself to her waist, which saw her joke,"The many moments that were our marriage.” 

Among the photographs and memorabilia auctioned off throughout the gala, Madonna also auctioned three black and 

white photos from her wedding to Penn, shot by the late photographer Herb Ritts for $230,000. 


FOR HIM 

WHAT'S TRENDING... 

#PRINTSOFPERSIA 

Middle Eastern promise shon bright on the catwalks 

for Spring/Summer 2017 with the likes of Sacai, Etro 

and Fendi (from left to right) showcasing vivid tapestry 

prints. While this trend is more akin to the fashion 

forward subtle hints of the trend can be found in belts, 

bags and T-shirts as found on the high street below. 

€25 – RIVER ISLAND 

€80 - VANS 

€595 - GIVENCHY 

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE 

These novelty Wolf boxers from Amazon caught our eye in the Marbella 

Rocks office. A perfect humorous gift for the man in your life. A pack of 3 with 

individual wolf face designs costs €20. Also available in Eagle designs. 

THE FUTURE OF HYPERCARS 

The Nio EP9 just smashed the Nordschleife electric car lap record by 

a whopping 17 seconds using only 80% power. Had it been running 

on full power it would have put the supercar on a par with the world’s 

fastest petrol powered road legal car - the Radical SR8. Driven by 

Nelson Piquet Jnr, the recent track feat by NextEV’s Nio EP9 beat 

automotive powerhouse the Nurburgring Nordschleife. It accelerates 

from 0-200kph in 7.1 seconds and has a top speed of 313kph 

(194mph). All 7 cars manufactured have been sold already but pundits 

are predicting big things for electric cars, saving on petrol fumes as 

well as being able to charge for a full days use in less than 45 minutes. 

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NEWS 

A CUT ABOVE THE REST 

Men are definitely 

a little more relaxed 

in their approach 

to grooming these 

days. It’s certainly 

considered more of 

a luxury treatment to 

go to a barber for a 

straight razor shave 

– either as a relaxing 

way to forget about 

the stresses of life 

or as preparation 

for a special event 

(perhaps a wedding 

day). But wet shaving still represents an important part of the 

men’s grooming tradition. It’s also a great activity to do with 

your father or son. Men need traditions that can help bond them 

together. Visiting the barbershop like Garage Barbers in Elviria 

with your father or son is a great tradition to begin in your family. 

Many men have been going to the same barber all their life 

and have introduced their sons to the same chair and the same 

barber. What a great way to bond with the men in your life... 

What to expect from ‘The Shave’ at Garage Barbers 

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With a definite chill in the air, we bring 

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TO suit any budget. Splash out on Paul 

Smith or SAVE with SELECTED HOMME. Look 

FASHIONABLE while keeping WARM this 

winter. 

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• We start by exfoliating the skin. This helps to remove any 

dead skin on the surface of the face. 

• Then Shaving oil, containing various essential ingredients 

Is massaged in with the tips of the fingers in a circular, 

vigorous motion to ‘raise’ the beard, soften and prep the 

skin and beard. 

• A hot towel is then applied to open the skins pores, soften 

the beard and draw the essential ingredients into the skin. 

The hot towel is removed before getting too cold because 

the beard won’t stay soft and the pores can close. 

• A lather of rich shaving cream is then applied using a hot 

badger hair shaving brush in circular, vigorous movements 

to once again raise the beard and any ingrown hairs. 

• The first shave is completed using a disposable blade in a 

cutthroat style razor, going with the grain of the beard. 

• For a double shave, a gel is then applied and the second 

shave is done checking all directions of hair growth to give 

the cleanest, closest shave. 

• A cold towel is then applied to freshen the skin and close 

all the pores. 

• A post shave moisture gel is then massaged in for the final 

stage of the shave. 

€360 

Abercrombie & Fitch 

SKINTED 

€445 

Paul Smith 

The Garage offer mens cutting and 

shaving service plus head, neck and 

shoulder massage. Call +34 951 310 557 or 

visit www.garagebarbers.com to book an 

appointment now. 

€120 

ASOS 

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news 

FOR HER 

WHAT'S TRENDING... 

#SLOGANTEES 

Word up… chatty tops were everywhere on the 

runways with Dior’s first female creative director Maria 

Grazia Chiuri making a strong political statement 

with “We should all be feminists” chant while Haider 

Ackermann featured T-shirts that read “Silent Soldier.” 

Elsewhere Brit designer Henry Holland celebrated his 

brand’s 10th anniversary by relaunching his signature 

slogan tees. Marbella Rocks has scoured the high 

street to bring you 3 of the best slogan tops. 

€12 - Boohoo.com 

€20 - Asos.com 

€30 - Homiesmarbella.com 

BOHO B CHLOE 

COLLABORATION 

Marbella and London based 

fashion label Boho B has tied up 

with The Only Way is Essex star 

Chloe Meadows to form a spin off 

label Boho Clo. The Winter line 

includes bracelets, chokers, hats 

and ponchos. The collection will 

be sold at pop up shops alongside 

showcases at catwalk shows in 

well-known restaurants and clubs. 

Chloe enthused: "I am so excited to be teaming up with Boho B. I lived in the beachwear, kaftans and accessories all summer 

long and plan to do the same with these winter lines.” For more information and to get your hands on the stunning new line visit 

www.bohobcollection.com. 

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Eska London is a gem of a website, specialising in statement costume 

jewellery that will flatter any outfit whilst coming in at affordable prices. 

Marbella Rocks loves the new India necklace pictured here and it’s 

a snip at only €25. Eska also do free worldwide delivery when you 

spend over £50. To see the full range of necklaces, earrings, bracelets, 

sunglasses and handbags visit www.eska-london.co.uk. 

Feeling the chill? Invest in one of these 

uber trendy CATWALK or high street finds 

TO BRAVE the elements this winter. Be it 

a fun and frivolous puffer or a more 

demure NAVY OVERCOAT, both will be sure 

TO turn heads. 

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LAUNCHES 

A new women’s fashion boutique 

has launched on the Costa del Sol. 

Love Lily sells 

everything from 

loungewear and 

tracksuits to 

dresses, winter 

wraps, coats 

and accessories. 

Get kitted out for 

day and evening 

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RECIPE 

THE RIVER CAFÉ’S 

WINTER MINESTRONE 

SOUP 

Nothing is more warming in winter than a 

classic Minestrone Soup. This variant on 

an old classic is one of the most popular on 

the BBC Good Food Guide and is packed 

with healthy veg and herbs. Tastes even 

better the next day too. 

INGREDIENTS 

• 2 tbsp olive oil 

• 2 medium carrots, roughly 

chopped 

• 1 large red onion, coarsely 

chopped 

• 1 head of celery, coarsely 

chopped, keeping the leaves 

• 1 head of garlic, cloves peeled 

• 1kg Swiss chard, leaves 

shredded and stalks roughly 

chopped 

• A good handful of parsley, 

finely chopped 

• 400g can peeled plum tomatoes 

• 1kg cavolo ner, stalks 

removed, leaves shredded 

(or savoy cabbage) 

• Can of Cannelini beans 

• 700ml boiling chicken 

• A few sprigs of winter herbs 

such as Thyme, chopped 

• Freshly grated Parmesan 

• Extra-virgin olive oil, for 

drizzling 

METHOD 

1. Heat the olive oil in a large 

saucepan and slowly fry the 

carrots, onion and celery until 

soft and dark. This will take 

about 20 minutes but it’s worth it 

– the slow cooking gives a lovely 

taste. Add the garlic, chard 

stalks and half the parsley, and 

stir to prevent sticking. Stir in 

the tomatoes and cook for 10 

minutes or until reduced. 

2. Add half the Swiss chard leaves, 

half the cavolo nero, threequarters 

of the beans, and the 

boiling stock. Bring to the boil, 

then reduce the heat. Simmer 

for 30 minutes. Pour in more 

stock if needed – don’t add too 

much – it should be thick. 

3. Add the remaining Swiss chard 

and cavolo nero and blanch briefly 

so they remain green and crisp. 

Season when slightly cooled. 

4. Purée the remaining cannellini 

beans coarsely in a blender 

with some of the cooking liquid. 

Add to the soup – it should be 

very green. Stir in the herbs and 

serve hot with Parmesan and a 

drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. 

WINE MATCH 

In general the thought of 

wine with soups is not ideal 

as liquid with liquid does 

not really seem the way 

forward! However a chunky, 

rustic soup like this delicious 

Minestrone is almost like a 

stew so would suit a medium 

bodied rustic red like Cotes 

du Rhone or a young Syrah 

or Sangiovese. A classic 

Chianti would work well 

also. If wine’s not your thing 

an ale or bitter would work 

nicely and the hops would 

offset the flavours of the 

vegetables and pulses. 

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PATRIOT’S DAY 

In the aftermath of an 

unspeakable and shocking 

terrorist attack, Police Sergeant 

Tommy Saunders (Mark 

Wahlberg) joins courageous 

survivors, first responders and 

investigators in a race against the 

clock to hunt down the bombers 

before they strike again. 

With 3 casualties and 264 

seriously injured from the first 

explosion, the second bomb 

is expected to be far more 

catastrophic. 

Weaving together the stories 

of Special Agent Richard Des 

Lauriers (Kevin Bacon), Police 

Commissioner Ed Davis (John 

Goodman), Sergeant Jeffrey 

Pugliese (J.K. Simmons) and 

nurse Carol Saunders (Michelle 

Monaghan) this visceral and 

unflinching chronicle captures 

the suspense of one of the 

most sophisticated manhunts 

in law enforcement history 

and celebrates the strength 

and courage of the people of 

Boston. 

Written and directed by 

Peter Berg, behind hit films 

including Lone Survivor, 2016 

oil rig disaster flick Deepwater 

Horizon, this gripping tale will 

have audiences at the edge of 

their seats. Slick performances 

by Bacon and Goodman with 

Wahlberg being a macho but not 

overbearing lead, makes this a 

definite one to watch. 

ROCKS RATING: 

DUA LIPA 

Rising Kosovan-Brit star Dua 

Lipa’s debut, self-titled album is 

set for release on February 10th. 

The model, singer and songwriter 

has already enjoyed chart success 

with 3 of the self-penned singles 

on the album; club floor smash 

‘Hotter Than Hell,’ ‘Blow Your Mind 

(Mwah)’ and the incredibly catchy 

‘New Love.’ 

Despite being only the tender 

age of 20, Dua has already wowed 

critics and even got a nomination for 

the MTV European Music Awards in 

the Push Artist category. 

With an extremely powerful and 

soulful voice she manages to blend 

house music beats with soulful 

and deep lyrics. As a lyricist she 

is second to none so to be able 

to achieve music making, song 

writing and singing while also being 

incredibly attractive means she is 

the ultimate box ticker! Expect big 

things from Dua and no doubt one 

of her tracks will become the annual 

to your summer partying here in 

Marbella. 

Signed to Warner Music, Dua 

shares her management with 

Lana Del Ray and she’s been 

swatting away comparisons with 

the petite star since her signing 

in 2016. The ‘dark pop’ niche 

bracket she falls in definitely 

has its fair share of contenders 

including newcomer Alessia Cara, 

lets hope she can prevail with this 

debut album. 

ROCKS RATING: 

VERONICA ROTH: 

CARVE THE MARK 

Good news for fans of sci-fi 

adventure series ‘Divergent’, the 

best-selling author is back with a new 

series that promises to be deeper and 

darker and definitely worth the wait! 

On a planet where violence 

and vengeance rule, in a galaxy 

where some are favoured by fate, 

everyone develops a current gift, 

a unique power meant to shape 

the future. While most benefit 

from their current gifts, Akos and 

Cyra do not — their gifts make 

them vulnerable to others’ control. 

Can they reclaim their gifts, their 

fates, and their lives and reset the 

balance of power in this world? 

Cyra is the sister of the brutal 

tyrant who rules the Shotet 

people. Cyra’s current gift gives 

her pain and power — something 

her brother exploits, using her 

to torture his enemies. But Cyra 

is much more than just a blade 

in her brother’s hand: she is 

resilient, quick on her feet, and 

smarter than he knows. 

Akos is from the peace-loving 

nation of Thuve, and his loyalty 

to his family is limitless. Though 

protected by his unusual current 

gift, once Akos and his brother are 

captured by enemy Shotet soldiers, 

Akos is desperate to get his brother 

out alive — no matter what the 

cost. When Akos is thrust into 

Cyra’s world, the enmity between 

their countries and families seems 

insurmountable. They must decide 

to help each other to survive — or 

to destroy one another. 

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FOREIGNER 

THE FLAME STILL BURNS 

Foreigner, universally hailed as one of the world’s most iconic rock bands, are coming to 

Marbella this summer as part of their sell out 40 th Anniversary Tour. The group behind 

number one hits including ‘I Want To Know What Love Is’, ‘Cold as Ice’ and ‘Juke Box Hero’ will 

be playing the Puente Romano on June 11 th . 

Anglo-American rock band Foreigner are considered one 

of the world’s best selling bands with 80 million albums 

sold to date. They have successfully managed to notch 

up 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits since their 

debut, self titled ‘Foreigner’ album was released back in 1977. 

The band currently consists of Mick Jones (lead guitar), Kelly 

Hansen (lead vocals), Jeff Pilson (bass & vocals), Tom Gimbel 

(rhythm guitar, sax, vocals), Michael Bluestein (keyboards), 

Bruce Watson (guitar) and Chris Frazier (drums). 

Marbella Rocks caught up with bass guitarist and vocalist 

Jeff Pilson. 

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Why do you think your popularity as a band has spanned 

4 decades? 

There's no doubt in my mind it's the quality of the songs 

and recordings that have given the band its longevity. 

Great songs are timeless. 

What has been the highlight of your career? 

Playing the 02 Arena in London before Led Zeppelin 

in December of 2007 was probably the highlight of my 

career. What a magical show. 

What is the favourite track to perform in concert and 

what is the biggest crowd pleaser? 

My favourite changes all the time. Sometimes it's Say 

You Will, which we do acoustically. Other times it's Juke 

Box Hero where we do a lot of really great jams. 

Being an Anglo-American band - do you ever notice A clash 

of cultures? 

Not really. It is a good idea, if you wanna stay in Foreigner, 

to learn to love soccer though! 

What are your hopes for the new “Flame Still Burns” EP? 

I just hope everyone gets a chance to hear the song and 

see the video. It's such a great song and Kelly's vocal is 

truly amazing! 

Have you got any reservations about the 40th anniversary 

tour - or is age really just a number?! 

Not really as we tour all the time. But I do know this 

40th anniversary tour will be extremely special. Lots of fun 

surprises. 

Have you been to Marbella before? 

I don't believe I've been to Marbella before, but sure am 

looking forward to it. 

How would you sum up your experience as a member of 

Foreigner? 

It all feels so natural, and the music and style are a part 

of my blood. Foreigner, to me, was always the perfect 

combination of strong songs, great singing, intense heavy 

rock musicianship, with a touch of R&B added in. Plus the 

band has great chemistry. There’s just no feeling in the 

world like going out and kicking butt every night. I feel like 

I’ve finally found my home!” 

To get your tickets to see Foreigner play 

Puente Romano Tennis Club on June 11 th 

CONTACT www.crazymusicproductions.com 

or call +34 952 883 832 

The band entered Atlantic Records 

studio to record their first album in 

1976 —40 years later they are are now 

releasing a much anticipated 10-inch 

vinyl EP, ‘The Flame Still Burns’ via 

Atlantic’s Rhino Records! 

The highly collectible EP features a 

brand new recording of the title track, 

a song Mick Jones wrote for the film 

Still Crazy. ‘The Flame Still Burns’ was 

performed by a fictional band in the 

film and went on to win the prestigious 

Ivor Novello Award for songwriting. 

However, this electric version has 

never been officially recorded by 

Foreigner until now. The EP also 

contains a live version of "Juke Box 

Hero" and the original 1977 recordings 

of "Feels Like The First Time" and 

"Long, Long Way From Home". 


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Britney Spears has enjoyed over 20 years in the media spotlight, 6 number 1 albums 

and a further 23 Number 1 Singles. As she releases her ninth studio album ‘Glory’ to 

mixed reviews is it finally time for the ‘Toxic’ songstress to hang up her feather boa 

(or should that be boa constrictor?) Critics have panned the star for miming at her 

recent UK gig and although she has secured a further 2 year contract for her Las 

Vegas show is Britney coming to the end of her pop career path? 

Britney burst onto the music scene in 1999 with 

hit single and album of the same name ‘Hit Me 

Baby One More Time’ which proceeded to sell 

over 10 million copies – earning her the accolade 

of the best-selling teenage solo artist ever. Her 

stock continued to rise throughout the early 2000’s 

with album after album notching top spots and her 

raunchy, gregarious dance routines and costumes 

capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. She was an 

overnight teen sensation basking in the fame and 

fortune that comes with it. But inside Britney was 

secretly tortured. 

Managed by her parents (who went through a bitter 

divorce) from a young age Britney never had the 

chance to grow up like a normal girl. She was thrust 

into auditions, performing at theatres before joining 

the Mickey Mouse Club at the age of 11 and by the 

time of her solo success she was only 18. 

By 2006 Britney was showing signs of deep 

personal struggles. A young mother with a marriage 

on the rocks due to a tumultuous relationship with 

backing dancer husband Kevin Federline, Britney 

was pictured driving a car with her 6-month-old 

son Sean Preston on her lap not a baby seat. In 

September she gave birth to a second son Jayden 

James and by November of 2006 she had filed for 

divorce from Kevin citing “irreconcilable differences.” 

However, 2006 wasn’t her annus horribilis. The 

worse year for teen sensation Britney came in 

2007 when she suffered a very public meltdown 

which included her shaving her head, attacking 

paparazzi and stints in rehab which culminated in 

her collapsing and being hospitalised. The pictures 

of her strapped to a hospital gurney clearly show 

the singer is comatosed on drugs. It was shortly 

after this time that she lost joint custody of her 

young boys to Federline – and only given supervised 

visiting rights. 


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With her personal and 

professional career in tatters, 

Britney reluctantly went on stage at 

the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards 

and was lambasted for miming 

and being too overweight for the 

performance - aired to millions 

worldwide. 

She decided to take a break from 

the record industry and luckily came 

back with a bang in December 2008 

with album ‘Circus’. The album was 

one of the fastest-selling of the year 

and the sultry and sexy lead single 

‘Womanizer’ propelled her back into 

the limelight. The ensuing Circus 

tour netted the singer a cool $131m. 

This was followed up by seventh 

studio album ‘Femme Fatale’ in 

2011 which peaked at Number 

1 on the US Billboard Chart. Her 

appearance as a judge on US ‘X 

Factor’ alongside Simon Cowell in 

2012 also helped her appeal to her 

fanbase yet again. 

Fast forward to 2016 and Britney 

is seemingly again at career 

crossroads. While her Las Vegas 

residency at Planet Hollywood (she 

performs three times a week in 6 

week rotations) was given the green 

light for a further two years, her 

ninth album ‘Glory’ and subsequent 

live performances haven’t done 

much to silence her critics with 

accusations of miming to tracks and 

less than poor dance performances. 

Plus during a recent interview with 

NME Magazine Britney doubted her 

own career saying she might well be 

better off leaving it all behind and 

becoming a teacher. 

“Seeing other artists continue to 

do this kind of thing inspires me 

too. Because sometimes I’m like, 

what am I doing? Like, I could be a 

teacher,” she confessed. 

But Britney candidly revealed 

that her latest record is the first 

one where she really took creative 

control - and learnt to say no. 

“Honestly, this is the first project 

where I’ve really been hands-on. 

I was really specific about who I 

worked with and I’ve been learning 

to say no. I’m a people-pleaser, so 

that’s hard for me – even if I don’t 

like something, I’ll do it just to make 

a person happy.” 

Well Britney now has an incredible 

choice on her hands. If she listens to 

the pundits she may well veer into 

a life of Vegas shows and bit tours. 

However she cites Madonna and 

Whitney Houston as her idols and 

with Madge and Whitney clocking up 

careers spanning four decades she 

might just be in for the long run. 

BRITNEY TIMELINE 

1992 

Aged 11 in the Mickey Mouse Club 

(with Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera.) 

1999 

Storming the charts as 

sexy school girl in ‘Hit 

Me Baby One More 

Time’. 

2000 

Red rubber was the 

outfit of choice for 

‘Oops I Did It Again’ 

2004 

Performing at the MTV 

VMA’s with a python in 

‘Slave 4 U’ 

2006 

Driving with baby 

son on her lap – star 

showing signs of 

meltdown. 

2007 

Shaves head in daring 

public display shocking 

fans. 

2007 

Admitted to hospital 

– said be to be 

comatosed by drugs. 

2007 

That panned 

performance at the 

VMA’s with Britney’s 

“jelly belly”. 

2008 

Britney bounces back 

with ‘Circus’ album and 

tour. 

2013 

Britney lands ‘Piece 

of Me’ Vegas show at 

Planet Hollywood. 

2016 

Comeback album 

‘Glory’ - or is it? 

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NEW YEAR 

NEW YOU 

WORDS: TANYA VEGAR 

With the new year we all start with 

plans to conquer new goals and create 

grand resolutions for the coming twelve 

months. More than often the year flies by 

and we haven't checked these goals off 

and they roll over to the following year 

with only a few modifications. 

It is important to have ambitions and a desire 

to want to become healthier, a better person, 

happier - but realistic changes that match 

your ability to commit are most important. 

A different approach to creating a long list of objectives over 

the next year is simply to look at your current circumstances 

and to see how to spark more joy in your life. This idea comes 

from a Japanese theory by Marie Kondo on creating space 

and decluttering your environment primarily referring to your 

living space. Once we have learnt how to declutter our living 

areas it can be wider applied to our general life principals. 

"Life truly only begins once we have our home in order". 

When we look around our home often we have hoarded 

years and years of collectibles that we just stuff and store 

somewhere that we more than likely won't even look at or 

touch over the next year. This 

includes our wardrobe, books, 

photographs, stored boxes in 

the garage. It can be a daunting 

task that seems impossible to 

tackle especially as we all have an 

emotional attachment to many of 

our belongings, but once your life 

is more organised and you have 

created space it flows onto making 

your life easier. 

It is suggested that the decluttering process works through 

stages and starts with your wardrobe as this has the least 

emotional attachment when culling. All your clothes need to 

be pulled out and while deciding on what to keep you ask the 

question of whether each item sparks (you) joy? If you haven't 

worn it in the past twelve months you are probably unlikely to 

wear it for the next twelve months. It can also create potential 

for someone else to make use and find happiness from what 

you are no longer benefiting from. 

Once you have mastered the de cluttering process and 

worked your way through your home from kitchen, bathroom 

to office, (including all your drawers) creating an environment 

where the things you cherish and use are accessible and 

also visible your life becomes more simple and organised. It 

is important to respect the belongings you have and when 

hidden, bundled or boxed they are not creating any joy in your 

life. Tidying doesn't mean getting rid of everything, more so 

just keeping what makes you happy. 

This is an important concept which could be applied 

throughout life. We can ask the same question of our personal 

circumstances and make positive changes in our employment, 

interpersonal relationships with partners and friends. Determining 

the people in our life that create happiness and make us feel 

better can have huge positive impacts on our well being. 

If we all think of our circle of friends and extended circle 

we can think of people that make our mood positive but in 

contrast there are different people that drain us. So focusing 

your energy on people that make you feel good about yourself 

instead of people that bring your mood down is an important 

way to spark more joy in your life. We all have times of need 

and trouble but there must be a balance and friendships 

should seek a balance working for both people. Before 

just cutting people from your life you could talk to them 

at an appropriate time about the 

relationship you have and how to 

make it better. 

There are many ways that can 

make a friendship feel draining, 

someone that makes an appointment 

to see you and always cancels 

last minute is not respecting your 

time, someone that never shares 

their portion of the bill over dinner, 

someone that only calls you when 

they have problems but never asks 

how you are or forgets to call when things are going well for 

them. In some cases it really can be a situation where your 

friend is not aware of their behaviour and the affects it has on 

you. But we all have our limits and before breaking it is better 

to deal with the issues. 

The same can be looked at for our personal relationships with 

our partner. Do we feel we are being taken for granted, is the 

playing field honest and respectful. Whatever your situation, 

whether being in a marriage, living with your partner, dating, 

casual meetings you need to feel good in yourself and the other 

person should enhance your happiness level. We often become 

complacent in our relationships but seeking a level higher than 

satisfactory is important for our personal wellbeing. We have a 

choice with our partnerships and respect and honesty, taking 

care of each other makes these partnerships special. If we are 

not feeling cared for or appreciated then some changes are 

necessary. You should feel a spark of joy when spending time 

with your partner so try to find new ways to create happiness 

If you would like to talk to the writer more about any of these topics you can email her directly 

at tanya_vegar@hotmail.com. 

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and fun in your partnership. 

Another aspect of our life which we dedicate 

a great amount of our energy and time is 

our work. Employment is important to feel 

valued in society and in having a sense of 

self worth. Whether your occupation is 

going to the office, looking after children 

at home, or being an athlete, it needs 

to fulfill us emotionally as this is what 

we do day in and day out and there 

is no escape from. It may not be 

possible to change your position 

in the workplace but if your 

work is not fulfilling you, 

creating a sense of self 

worth, or sparking 

joy then you can 

look at how to 

enhance your 

current job, 

develop 

into a 

new 

role or 

look 

at 

ways to develop a new 

career path. If you create a mind 

map or plan it will make achieving 

your goals clearer with a more 

determined effort. 

Making small changes to find 

more positivity and happiness in your 

life can have huge long term benefits. Your 

home should be a place you look forward 

returning to, the belongings you have should be 

easily accessible and visible. The people you surround 

yourself with should be supportive, caring and uplift 

your mood. Your partnership should make you 

feel valued and create a sense of contentment. 

Commitment and determination to focusing on 

creating an environment that makes you happy 

will give you a higher level of satisfaction and 

wellbeing. 

Simple changes in your 

mindset and looking for ways 

to enhance the joy in your 

life will create higher 

levels of satisfaction and 

enjoyment to the things, 

people and environment 

you live in. 


Congratulations to all the winners of 

the Marbella Awards 2016. 

The voting process opened in March 2016, after a shortlist 

of 7 nominations in your category was decided by 7 

esteemed judges. Thousands of votes were cast by the 

general public via Marbella Rocks secure online voting 

system to decide on their eventual winner and runner up in 

each category. 

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BEST BAR 

winner 

News Café 

runner up 

Babilonia 

BEST LIVE 

MUSIC VENUE 

winner 

La Catarina 

runner up 

Live Lounge 

BEST NIGHTCLUB 

winner 

Aqwa Mist 

runner up 

Olivia Valere 


BEST 

BEACH CLUB 

winner 

Nikki Beach 

runner up 

Plaza Beach 

BEST HOTEL 

winner 

Puente Romano 

runner up 

Sunborn 

BEST 

FINE DINING 

winner 

Marbella Club - 

The Grill 

runner up 

Dani Garcia 

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BEST 

RESTAURANT 

winner 

The Boardwalk 

runner up 


BEST GYM 

winner 

Dynamic Gym 

runner up 

Glow 

BEST 

HAIR/BEAUTY 

winner 

The House 

runner up 

The Barber Club 


BEST FASHION 

winner 

Elite Marbella 

runner up 

Flamingo Market 

Place 

BEST 

ESTATE AGENT 

winner 

Engel & Völkers 

runner up 

Panorama 

BEST 

CHIRINGUITO 

winner 

Sonora Beach 

runner up 

The Beach House 

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BEST SPA 

winner 

Villa Padierna 

Thermae Spa 

runner up 

Healthouse 

Las Dunas 

BEST 

TENNIS CLUB 

winner 

Club De Tenis 

Puente Romano 

runner up 

Manolo Santana 

Racquet Club 

BEST 

GOLF COURSE 

winner 

Los Naranjos 

runner up 

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DON’T LET US FORGET 

WILL BLACK BURSURY 

On Saturday September 25th at approximately 10.20pm on the last day 

of the Monaco YACHT Show 2010, a terrible tragedy occurred. 

Captain Michael Ziems of Sailing Yacht Burrasca 

was onshore at a meeting with brokers. Around 

the same time Bosun William Black was returning 

to the yacht on the tender, leaving the harbour for 

Burrasca, which was anchored just outside the 

harbour walls. Suddenly the tender collided into the 

unmanned 31-metre sailing yacht Fado (pictured with 

Burrasca just visible in the background.) 

No one knows exactly what happened but William 

disappeared. After a 2-day search by coastguards, 

Will was presumed dead. 

JUDITH’S STORY (WILL’S MOTHER) 

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On September 27th we received a phone call from his 

Captain advising us of Will’s accident and that the Air 

Sea Rescue had been called off. We made arrangements 

to fly out but upon arriving in Monaco, we discovered 

that the Burrasca had already left the port, having 

deposited Will’s belongings with the local police. 

This meant that we never saw the boat he was working 

on, met with the Captain or crew he worked with, in fact 

we never heard from them again. The boat was taken out 

of European waters by the owners so they couldn't be 

held accountable for anything to do with the accident and 

subsequently put up for sale. We later found out none of 

the crew were insured by the boat - as if none of their lives 

mattered and that Will’s death was an inconvenience. We 

have now heard of other families who have lost loved ones 

in similar horrific accidents that could possibly have been 

avoided if there were stricter marine laws. 

Talking to some of the families affected, we want to 

join with them and raise awareness about the fact that 

the lack of care for human life is not acceptable and 

needs to change. 

Following the inquest into Will's accident, we suspect 

that the tender that he was driving on his way back to SY 

Burrasca, must have been hit by the swell from another 

tender ahead, that was being driven at speed. This must 

have knocked him off the boat and he fell into the water, 

either knocking himself unconscious or breaking his neck. 

Either way it would have been instantaneous. The boat 

then kept going and crashed into a moored boat. However 

the fact there was no life jacket being worn and the kill 

chord switch had been disabled (under order of the boat 

presumably to save time - the kill chord stops the boat if 

the driver falls off) meant the divers searching for Will at 

the crash site never found his body because they were 

searching in the wrong place. If a life jacket had been worn, 

then in the worst case we would have been able to find 

his body and have to chance to bring him home and bury 

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him and, best case scenario, if he had only been knocked 

unconscious we'd still have him with us. 

Either way safety of crew is such an important issue and 

one which we can't let go. Will had such a huge personality 

and love of life know although this has left us devastated we 

are pleased to be doing something wonderful in his name. 

As well as wanting to get boat enthusiasts, crew, owners 

or any companies that might want to support us to raise 

money for The Will Black Bursary, we have set up with 

sailing academy UKSA - to fund new sailors to train and get 

into the sailing industry which he loved so much.

ROSANNA’S STORY 

(WILL’S SISTER) 

Sadly we never even saw 

the boat – by the time we flew 

out to Monaco they had left 

his belongings with police and 

left the marina (I can’t believe 

they didn’t even wait for us to 

get there - just unforgivable.) 

We never met the captain and 

never heard from them again. 

Many of the local crew and 

captains were horrified at the 

treatment of the boat to us and 

their lack of care for William’s 

life. A few of them even left the 

boat after. We had the chance 

a few years ago to arrest the 

boat - but it was owned by a 

billionaire Russian (to this day 

no one will tell us who it was). 

The legal case could have 

stretched out for years and 

years – and we were told there 

was no way we could win. 

Interestingly, many boats 

chose flagship states with 

lenient laws/no laws so no 

country and no one governing 

body can control it….they are 

like floating islands with their 

own laws. There is no one 

policing these boats and no 

one is accountable. They can 

do what they want and in our 

case the Monaco judiciary 

system could do nothing. 

According to close friend and ex-fellow 

crew member Marco Ravanello, Will was 

a gregarious character who brought life 

to every situation: “Will was full of energy, 

always making people laugh and everyone 

wanted to be where he was; he should have 

been on stage. He once wrote on his CV that 

he liked ‘running, jumping, climbing trees, 

laughing, smiling, eating cheese’. He was 

goofy but sharp as an arrow. He was one of 

those guys who made everyone he met love 

him.” 

Originally from an events organisation 

background, Will discovered the world of 

yachting as a crew race cameraman on 

the clipper round-the-world race, then for 

Louis Vuitton in the Americas Cup before 

embarking on his professional crew career. 

If you would like to donate to the Will Black Bursury please visit: 

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and halterneck design, this beauty, 

available from www.next.co.uk, really 

is a Britney-esque show stopper. 

2. DUNE ‘MIAMI’ HEELS - €85 

These stylish silver sandals set on 

a slim high heel showcase a front 

strap with subtle stitch detailing and a 

closed back. Complete with a circular 

buckle fastening and Dune branded 

stud detail. 

3. ASOS METALLIC LEATHER 

RUFFLE CLUTCH BAG - €33 

This cute ruffle clutch will perfectly 

offset this outfit. Made from 100% 

cracked silver leather from ASOS. 

com. Also available in Gold and Rose 

Gold. 

4. MAC CAROUSEL LIP GLOSS - €15 

Understated make-up helped Britney 

complete the overall look with very 

neutral tones but lashings of Tom 

Ford mascara and this cute, creamy 

pink lipgloss from MAC in shade 

Carousel. 

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BRITNEY SPEARS 

While Britney used to 

frequently end up on Editor’s 

‘Worst Dressed Lists’ the pop 

princesses style has definitely 

matured with age and she 

now regularly choses demure, 

fashion forward outfits that 

wow on the red carpet. This 

ensemble she wore for the 

2016 Billboard Awards is 

elegant yet shows she 

still knows how to have 

fun. The light blue of 

the dress perfectly 

compliments her 

blonde hair and pink 

lips while the lace is 

sexy - but not too in 

your face. 

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HAIR & BEAUTY 

BEAUTY 

ROCKS 

International hair and make-up artist 

Dominique is based in Marbella at the 

prestigious Golden Tarts super salon in 

Puerto Banus. Dom started her career 

OVER 10 years ago and continues to go 

from strength to strength with every 

new project. Denise Van Outen, Lauren 

Simons (Cheshire Housewives), Sarah 

Ashcroft and the cast of TOWIE are just 

a few of Dominique’s celebrity clients. 

Her past experience and ever growing 

skill set ensures she is one of the 

most in demand MUA’s on the scene. She 

shares her extensive health and beauty 

knowledge exCLUSIVELY with Marbella 

Rocks readers. 

Eye Predict 2017 

Break out your blusher and throw away your beauty 

inhibitions as 2017 trends are set to shake up your 

make-up bag. 

Like me, if you have love for the 80’s, this year’s 

beauty ‘musts’ will be right up your street. From subtle 

suggestions to all out retro throwbacks, the 80’s 

undoubtedly made a massive impression on the recent 

spring/summer 2017 catwalks. I have picked out three 

statement looks that will ensure you are bang on trend 

for the new year. 

Blush Draping 

Coined by Marc Jacobs, 

draping is the new way to sculpt 

the face and give it that desired 

post dance floor glow. Celebrities 

have been quick to jump on the 

draping bandwagon including 

Kylie Jenner and Gigi Hadid who 

seemed to have embraced the 

blush. 

Like the article? 

Need some beauty advice? 

Feel free to email myself at 

dom@goldentarts.com or get 

in touch for appointments 

with me and my amazing team 

at Golden Tarts Marbella on 

+34 952 811 820 

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in achieving glowing skin and 

flowing locks. Kourt K claims to 

have the ‘avocado’ beverage daily 

to keep her feeling and looking 

fresh. It’s a rare occurrence that 

we get to live like a Kardashian, so 

what the hell, give it a go. 

Ingredients; 

1 Avocado, 1 cup Coconut 

Milk and 2tbsp Manuka Honey 

Method: 

Simply blend the ingredients 

together with ice, sip back and 

enjoy the benefits! 

Bold Lips 

It appears that red lipstick is here to stay so you definitely 

have an excuse to splash out on a few new sexy shades! 

Olivier Theyskens, Valentino and Simone Rocha models 

strutted down the runway in statement shades of peach, 

electric orange and fuchsia…so basically bold is beautiful…in 

fact the bolder the better! 

Lashes for Days… 

As a make-up artist, one of the biggest questions I get 

asked is what mascara I use and which in particular I would 

recommend. Whether you want full voluminous lashes or a 

glam lengthy wink, there are plenty of brands on the market 

that will tickle your fancy without breaking the piggy bank. 

Here is three of my favourite, one for every budget. 

Cash Lash Out 

Yves Saint Laurent Luxurious Mascara, for 

a false lash effect. Available in six signature 

shades, intensely pigmented, for a highly 

seductive eye look. 

Price €29, available from feelunique.com 

Glow for it 

Bare, raw skin has 

always been a staple 

look amongst the hottest designers at 

fashion week. The 2017 shows were no 

exception, and most definitely followed 

suit. Refreshingly this year’s designers 

flaunted more of a glowy finish and 

displayed the new highlighted trend 

on some of the world's most beautiful 

cheekbones. 

Time to get your glow on ladies. 

Super Beauty Blend 

Let’s face it, loath them or love them, 

the Kardashians skin is always on point. 

Glowing, dewy and annoyingly flawless. 

They undoubtedly use the most sort 

after beauty products and outrageously 

expensive potions but recently the 

Kardashian clan have revealed a juicy 

little secret. 

Kourtney Kardashian in particular 

boasted about her home made super 

smoothie and how it’s the secret weapon 

Forgivable flicker 

There’re Real Mascara by Benefit, lengthens 

and separates. The jet black, long wearing 

formula won’t smudge or dry out. A specially 

designed brush reveals lashes you never knew 

you had. 

Price €19.50, Available from Debenhams.com 

Blinking Bargain 

Mascara Lash Sensational from Maybelline, 

a plumping mascara to enhance eyelashes. 

With an expert liquid formula, the clump free 

black mascara delivers ultimate impact and 

maximum definition. 

Price €11.95, Available from lookfantastic.com 


HAIR & BEAUTY 

we love 

extensions 

Vera is one of the most respected and loved 

professional hair and make-up artists in 

Marbella and the Costa del Sol and has 

ESTABLISHED her level of expertise and creativity 

since 1993. Starting her career in Helsinki, 

Vera gained her expertise in the fine structure 

of Scandinavian hair, which is a little more 

DELICATE and requires a little extra attention. 

Moving onto work in one of London’s top salons 

GAINING many skills along the way including 

the different techniques in hair extensions, 

Vera then headed for a sunnier climate and 

Marbella became her home. Vera has been 

living and working in Marbella since 2000 and 

PROUDLY opened her own salon in the spring of 

2015. Vera is keen to stay up to date with the 

LATEST fashion trends and developments in hair 

TECHNOLOGY so she enjoys doing regular courses 

here in Spain and internationally. Her PASSION is 

in technical work, she loves colouring hair as it 

is amazing how just a little change in shade can 

make your skin tone more flattering or make 

YOUR eyes brighter. Living in Marbella YOU need 

a little outside inspiration to stay on top of your 

business so Vera enjoys travelling to see what 

the rest of the world has to offer. Vera speaks 

fluent Finnish, English and Spanish. 

When it comes down to it we all like to look our best 

and if it’s possible enhance all our natural assets - from 

hair to nails to eyelashes. We can’t help but notice all 

the other ladies around us whether its our friends, a coworker 

or the lady serving us in our local supermarket 

- how she wears her hair and whether she takes care of 

her nails, never mind if she has lush eyelashes, nothing 

goes unnoticed! At Salon La Vida By Vera we are experts 

in hair, nail and eyelash extensions so you can rest 

assured you are in safe hands. 

Salon La Vida, located amongst the pretty cobbled streets 

of Aloha Pueblo, is a hidden gem where you are guaranteed 

a warm welcome and the best part is you can have all your 

extensions taken care of under one roof. 

EYELASH EXTENSIONS 

FACT: There isn’t a mascara that exists 

that can give you the same results that 

eyelash extensions do! 

The best thing with eyelash 

extensions is that almost everyone can 

have them, there are so many different 

curves, lengths and thicknesses. We 

have 4 different curves, 5 different 

thickness and size availability ranges 

from 6mm to 18mm. 

Because of their versatility, they can 

be styled differently at every touch up appointment. If you 

are going to a party you can glam ‘em up, if you’re in the 

office or want a natural look – leave the mascara! 

There are three types of lashes: synthetic, silk and mink. 

We at the Salon La Vida By Vera favour using the mink type. 

People want all different kinds of looks; dramatic, mascara 

effect, cat look, feather look and of course a more natural look. 

The benefit of using mink lashes are they are much lighter 

in general, so they put less pressure on your lashes and the 

material gets a better look. Mink lashes get the best results and 

it’s the best material on the market. The “crème de la crème”! 

A new set of mink eyelash extensions will take 

approximately 1.5-2 hours. We put from 50 to over 120 

eyelash extensions on every eye, depending on how many 

lashes you have. The treatment does not hurt, in fact most 

of the clients fall asleep and when they wake up they have 

totally new fantastic lashes! 

If you want eyelashes like the Kardashians or more natural 

we can help you at Salon La Vida By Vera. 

WARNING: Mink eyelash extensions are very addictive! 

From blow dries, highlights, texturing treatments 

to extensions, manicures, pedicures and eyelash 

extensions. Call Vera on +34 952 929 106 today! 

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HAIR EXTENSIONS 

We all aspire to have beautiful healthy, shiny voluminous 

hair, just like all our favourite stars including Jennifer Aniston, 

Victoria Beckham and not forgetting Kim Kardashian - we all 

aim to have beautiful flowing locks! Now for those of us that 

mother nature forgot or simply wasn`t quite so generous, worry 

not as we have something better than natural! We have hair 

extensions!! 

I am definitely one the longest established extension 

specialists here on the coast, with more than 20 years of 

experience in all the different types of hair extensions, including 

the world’s leading brand Great Lengths. This brand of hair 

extensions are by far superior in quality to other makes and like 

anything of great quality comes with a higher price tag. Great 

Lengths uses a keratin bonding system, to bond the extensions 

to your hair we use an ultra sonic machine guaranteeing 

maximum safety with a ‘no harm’ result. So if you are looking 

for some volume, length or even a splash of colour, you can 

rest assured you’re in safe hands. Plus Great Lengths uses only 

100% Fair Trade human hair. 

Also popular are Balmain Tape extensions which are 

perfect as a filler or again to add a splash of colour. The tapes 

can easily be removed and put back in and the same hair can 

be used again. Then we have wefts, which are literally stitched 

onto your own hair! This is the quickest way of adding A LOT of 

volume… the only down side is the maintenance as the wefts 

need to be tightened every 4 weeks. 

NAIL EXTENSIONS 

It has become a desirable quality (even a necessity!) 

to have long, beautiful manicured nails as we have the 

luxury of living in Marbella and our hands are constantly 

on display. To achieve these beautiful nails we offer a few 

different options depending on each individual. Working 

with both Gel and Acrylic we cannot only gain length but we 

can also choose from different shapes keeping up with the 

latest trends. 

For those of you that are unsure of the difference between 

Gel and Acrylic let us explain……. 

Acrylic nails have been a staple in the beauty industry 

for years, and this staying power has contributed to their 

ongoing popularity. Acrylics are applied using a liquid 

monomer and a powder to create a hard protective layer 

over your own natural nails. Acrylic only hardens when 

exposed to air and when this happens it provides the 

perfect canvas for applying nail colours, either regular nail 

polish or permanent nail polish (ex Shellac) not forgetting a 

classic French. 

Gel nails are certainly growing in popularity and giving 

Acrylic some healthy competition. Gel is applied to create a 

hard protective layer over your natural nails as with acrylics, 

however gel nails only harden when exposed to LED/UV 

light. With Gel you can choose between a wide range of 

coloured gels or add a permanent colour (ex Shellac) or go 

classic with French. Gel is more flexible so doesn’t break 

so easily, its more gentle on the natural nail plus looks more 

natural - not to mention Gel is quicker to apply and non toxic. 

Both Gel and Acrylic have similar results. They can 

lengthen short nails, strengthen nails, and make your 

fingers look longer and more slender. Now you know the 

difference its up to you which is your preference, and then 

the exciting decision of which colour to choose and believe 

me you have A LOT to choose from not to mention adding 

some sparkle or diamonds to really glam it up! To maintain 

your beautiful manicured nails we recommend an infill every 

3 weeks and we are on hand Monday to Saturday for any of 

those accidental breakages that need a quick repair. 


HEALTH & FITNESS 

The Future 

OF FITNESS 

The newest edition to the booming 

fitness industry on the coast, Luke is 

owner and coach of Marbella´s first 

“women´s only outdoor boot camp 

company” – Miss Fit Marbella. 

Luke specialises in fitness for women, 

(weight loss and toning) and is a 

strong believer in training outdoors, 

which is why, all of his sessions are 

based on the beaches of Marbella, 

Puerto Banus and Nueva Andalucia. 

Expect to find articles that focus on 

exercise for the female sex, tips on 

how to achieve your body goals, help 

on those stubborn problem areas, 

education of nutrition and lifestyle 

and how exercise doesn’t have to be 

boring! 

“Don’t mistake fitness for a gym! 

Fitness is more than that, it is a 

lifestyle and can be anywhere or 

everywhere!” 

What 2017 has in store 

I 

can hardly believe we are in 2017 but after blinking, somehow 

we are! Having started my fitness journey as a young boy in 

the 90´s and within that blink of an eye, I witnessed a lifetime of 

fitness fads and fashions; spanning from home workout videos, with 

instructors kitted out in spandex leotards, to home gyms, to feeble ab 

machines and the list could go on! 

Last year, there was a huge resurgence in many of the past fitness 

trends and 2017 is no different, with a mixture of old and new fitness 

movements that you will be seeing. After all, is anything ever completely 

new, or are these new fitness fads just recreated from past methods? 

This article will take you through the top 7 to expect from fitness in 2017. 

1. Online Trainers/Social 

Media Fitness Explosion 

Having been quite apparent in 

2016, this year it seems that buying 

online workouts and nutrition 

plans or following your favourite 

fitness hero is going to continue to 

grow. We love to follow our body 

ideals and Kayla Itsines and Emily 

Skye are just two of our favourites 

with 5.9m and 1.8m followers 

respectively. Personally, I would stay away from these generic, 

universal, if you follow what I say, you will look like me programmes. 

Don’t be fooled by an Insta account, photo shopped pics or someone 

who doesn’t know you or your fitness story. Have body goals and 

fitness role models but be careful with what they are selling you. 

2. Wearable Technology 

It seems as if the marketing teams are on top in this battle and 

they have made us need technology to help us get and stay fit! You 

must track your steps, you must track your heart rate and you must 

track calories through an arm band. With the figures suggesting this 

market is going to be worth $12.64 billion by 2018 they have well 

and truly sold us on this one. 

Don’t get me wrong though, I believe in science in sport and 

fitness and I think tracking Heart Rate (HR) during a workout can be 

hugely important in many respects. Burning fat is just one example, 

as by knowing your Heart Rate Zones and being able to calculate 

your HR %s, you can ensure you are staying in the most effective fat 

burning zone and state. 

My top pick; (if I were 

to wear one!) is: 

TomTom Touch 

€129.99 

Perfect for tracking body 

fat and losing weight. 

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3. Live Classes 

With a rise in 24 hour, almost PT and instructorless gyms, it 

was only a matter of time before these cost saving giants started 

to replace class instructors with online or virtual instructors. 

The fitness super giant that is Les Mills, has released its 

virtual option for gyms and many gyms now have virtual 

spinning sessions on throughout the day. 

MyRide seems to be the choice of many, and the realistic 

graphics and range of terrains to spin too make it the gyms 

number one choice. 

Again, for me, I suggest training with a real instructor, who 

can specifically adapt and alter for your needs and I would 

always recommend a smaller gym with personable staff over 

a huge cheap gym with fake virtual trainers, funny accents 

and cheesy grins. 

4. Strength Training 

Not exactly new but my prediction has a twist. This is the year 

of GIRLS WHO LIFT! It has been a slow rise to fame for many 

female bodybuilders but it seems as if society is finally starting 

to realise (thanks to social media) great bodies are made in the 

weights section. Strong is sexy was the mantra and IG profiles 

such as Michelle Lewin (9.3 m followers) and other muscled 

and toned beauties have set the road 

for women wanting to lift heavy and look 

beautiful. And whilst we are on the topic 

forget Miss Lewin, as our Marbella gyms 

are full of our very own strong beauties. 

If you have decided you want the 

curves and toned bodies that so many are 

flaunting, my top tip would be “why not 

employ someone you want to look like!” 

And I guarantee every one of you 

would love to look like these two… 

Kamila Pardamcova 

Personal Trainer in Marbella 

kamila@marbella-personaltrainer.com 

IG – fitnesskamila 

Evita Breide 

IfBB Pro and Personal Trainer in Marbella 

evitabreide@gmail.com 

IG - evitabreide 

Vegans, having come into 

much scrutiny lately, with fitness 

experts often saying it is difficult 

to get your protein as a vegan or 

at least get lean protein. Whilst 

this is true to an extent, the 

Vegan diet can be great for the 

body and reduce many risks associated with eating too much 

meat and red meat. The internet and social media chefs and 

food influencers have made it easier than ever to enjoy a 

tasty and easy Vegan diet. 

6. Mixed Format Classes 

2016 was the year of new revolutionary classes never seen 

before? Well, not exactly but some clever gyms and fitness 

providers (along with their marketing bods) created new classes 

with a synergy of 

already existing 

methods or classes! 

Barry´s Bootcamp 

has just crossed the 

river from America 

and touched down 

in London! It´s fresh, 

it´s new, it hits all 

you would want for a 

holistic approach to 

training, and it costs 

€20 a session! 

Ultimately, it is an hour of cardiovascular training (running 

machine) and resistance training (free weights, bands, med 

balls etc) accompanied by pounding music and a crazy 

shouting fitness instructor. It isn’t new or innovative but I have 

to admit they have marketed well and towards the growing 

trend of unity in fitness! 

7. Body Transformations 

Again, due to the rise of social media it has become 

paramount for trainers to show their clients results. We have 

all seen them and the majority are quite laughable! No faces, 

different body shapes, skewed and stretched images, various 

lighting and angles all to show an apparent difference in 

before and after. 

Whilst my business runs off women wanting to transform 

their bodies I also believe strongly in leading a life of balance. 

I don’t starve my ladies, I don’t get them taking every 

supplement or drug under the sun and I don’t kill their bodies. 

So, my warning here is, be careful with what you let yourself 

in for. If you have a goal, a competition or maybe a one off 

life event to get in shape for by all means push your body, but 

know there are always consequences and adverse effects. 

There you have it, fitness in 2017! 

DAY 1 DAY 7 

5. Paleo Diets and Vegan Diets 

Two very different diets but both have increased in 

popularity recently and this is set to continue into 2017. 

The Paleo diet, otherwise known as the caveman diet, takes 

us back to our ancestors and eating the way of the caveman or 

woman! You can eat anything that could be hunted, lean meats, 

fish, eggs and lots of vegetables. But it doesn’t allow for anything 

that has been processed, so basically no wheat or dairy. A great 

way of losing weight and reducing many health problems. 


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RECOMMENDS 

Puente Romano 

✆ 952 820 900 

www.puenteromano.com 

The most famous 5 star resort in 

Marbella. Puente Romano has a wide 

range of restaurants for you to choose 

from. Pan-Asian influenced Uni, the 

stunning beachside restaurant Sea Grill 

or the newest addition to the burgeoning 

group, gluten free café Celicio. 

We are indeed spoilt for choice on restaurants living on 

the sunny Costa Del Sol. But with over 1,000 to choose, 

where do you start! Here’s our indispensible guide to 

the best restaurants on the Costa Del Sol. 

La Fiorentina 

✆ 952 885 765 

www.restaurantelafiorentina.com.es 

A great Italian restaurant located 

opposite the Senator Banus Hotel 

between Estepona and Marbella. La 

Fiorentina hold regular shows and 

events hosting top singers including Mel 

Williams and Italian Opera. Celebrity fans 

include Maya Schwarovski and Sir Cliff 

Richard. 

Cést La Vie 

✆ 952 783 394 

www.c-estlavie.es 

The most famous 5 star resort in 

Marbella. Puente Romano has a wide 

range of restaurants for you to choose 

from. Pan-Asian influenced Uni, the 

stunning beachside restaurant Sea Grill 

or the newest addition to the burgeoning 

group, gluten free café Celicio. 


✆ 952 764 412 

www.toroburger.es 

Located on the Paseo Maritimo in 

Marbella, Toro serves the best burgers 

in town, all with fun names likes Times 

Square, London Eye and Machu Pichu. 

There is also a great selection of salad, 

wraps and sharing platters as well as 

milkshakes and cocktails. A fun dining 

experience for all the family. Takeaway 

and delivery service available. 

MAÏ 

✆ 952 817 952 

www.maifusion.com 

Sushi, Wok and Fusion based in 

Guadalmina Alta, 5 minutes from 

Puerto Banus. Voted one of the best 

sushi restaurants in Marbella, Mai is 

also a great choice for noodles, wok or 

Asian inspired dishes. Ladies day on a 

Thursday means ladies also get a free 

bottle of wine and Sake (rice wine) with 

their meal. 

Peggotty’s 

✆ 952 833 666 

www.pegottysfishandchipsspain.com 

Easily the best fish and chip shop on the 

Costa del Sol, family run and has been 

around for decades, a true testament to 

its superior quality and unrivalled service. 

Reasonably priced too with a starter, 

main, dessert and wine for around €50 a 

couple. Harry Redknapp is a big fan and 

comes here everytime he’s in Marbella. 

Villa Tiberio 

✆ 952 939 460 

www.villatiberio.com 

Located on the Golden Mile just a 

stones throw from Puente Romano is 

Villa Tiberio, the Italian Restaurant famed 

by Sandro Morelli from London’s glitterati 

nightspot Barbarella with legends like 

Charlton Heston and Grace Kelly visiting 

his venues. The food at Villa Tiberio is 

five star, ambience second to none and 

the service always impeccable. 

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Marbella Club – The Grill 

✆ 952 822 211 

www.marbellaclub.com 

Winner of the Best Fine Dining category in 

the 2016 Marbella Awards, The Grill serves 

historical dishes, delivered with panache in a 

beautifully romantic setting. Dine under the 

stars surrounded by the scent of jasmine and 

bougainvillea or in the dining room with its 

rich interior centred by the legendary grill. The 

menu features classics such as soufflés, the 

best cuts of meat and seasonal ingredients. 

El Banco 

✆ 952 907 570 

www.restauaranteelbanco.com 

Situated in the picturesque village of 

Aloha Pueblo, nestles El Banco the 

mainstay of locals in the area serving the 

best international and local inspired dishes 

including Peruvian Ceviche, Argentinean 

Beef, Fresh Fish and delicious Homemade 

Desserts. The owners, Laura and Gustavo, 

are also restauranteurs of the famous La 

Red on the Paseo Maritimo. 

The Boardwalk 

✆ 952 864 736 

www.theboardwalkmarbella.coM 

Winner of the Marbella Award 2016 for Best 

Restaurant. The Boardwalk serves the finest 

gastro pub style food on the Costa Del Sol, 

with firm favourites including Pie & Mash, 

Steak and Chips, Burgers, Salads and 

others classics on its bistro menu board. You 

can also stop by for breakfast, afternoon tea 

or if you fancy some live entertainment there 

are regular singers on in the evening 

Do you know a 

Fantastic 

Costa del Sol 

Restaurant? 

We’re not talking 

run of the mill here! 

The food, service, 

setting and ambience 

has to amaze... 

If so PLEASE 

EMAIL 

info@ 

marbellarocksmag.com 

Recommend the 

restaurant, the reason 

why and we’ll endeavor 

to visit and test to 

include in our new 

Gastronomy 

Guide 


gastronomy 

PHOSH FOOD 

You’re probably reading this after enjoying the over excesses of Christmas – far 

too much food, alcohol unit overkill and zero time spent at the gym! What better 

gastronomy review to give you than one that helps balance you out after the 

festive season - meal prep and health café - Phosh Food. 

In case you’re a newbie to meal prep – here’s the 

premise in a nutshell. Freshly prepared gourmet meals 

delivered straight to your door! So using Phosh Food will 

in essence be able to improve the quality of your life… 

freeing up much needed time previously spent shopping 

and cooking whilst becoming a healthier and fitter you at the 

same time. It also takes the hassle out of dieting, which we 

all know is an arduous task. Just eat what is put in front of 

you and the pounds will fall off. 

Plus, good news for all of you who are always sneaking to 

the biscuit tin – Phosh do a range of healthy breakfasts and 

snacks so every meal is covered. 

The added bonus of using Phosh Food is that they 

have three options to suit every customers needs and 

requirements. The first option is to use their ‘Three Step 

Process’ where every meal is unique and to your liking using 

a drop down menu (categorised into Protein, Carbohydrates 

and Greens) to order literally any combination of meal you 

want. The second option is to go for their ‘Standard Set Menu’ 

or alternatively tell Phosh your preferences and dislikes, and 

they can devise a variety of meals, preventing a boring and 

monotonous diet! 

TASTE TEST TIME 

Marbella Rocks testers were sent a variety of meals to 

taste, all 500 calories and under. They come in generous 

sized plastic containers so portion control is always 

guaranteed. Phosh chef Phil explains he only uses the finest 

ingredients and lowest calorie sauces and dressings to 

make every meal as tasty but as healthy as possible. 

Breakfast meal prep is important to start the day in the 

right way with lots of delicious, slow release foods like 

Protein Pancakes, Frittatas and Bircher Muesli. 

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The Bircher Muesli we tested 

was delicious and contained raw 

rolled oats and other ingredients 

including grains, fruits, seeds, 

nuts, and fresh fruit mixed with 

natural yogurt and a scoop 

of whey protein. The Protein 

Pancake was equally good, 

sweet but not overly sweet with 

a firm texture – this could also 

work as a snack or dessert for 

those not on diets. 

Next up we tried the mains 

– the tangy Mexican Rice and 

Jerk Chicken was superb. The 

meat was lean and in perfect 

thick slices and the Caribbean 

flavours gave it an added kick. 

The Smoked Salmon and 

Mash was also beautiful – lean, 

flavoursome and accompanied 

with perfectly al dente cooked 

asparagus. 

The Skinny Lemon Honey 

Chicken with Hassle Back Potato 

had so much flavour and just 

the right amount of sauce to 

jazz up the meal without being 

overladen and therefore calorie 

heavy. The green beans, red 

peppers, rice and brocolli side 

accompaniments were tasty 

too. One thing we did notice is 

how bright and colourful all the 

dishes were - a sure sign that 

the food is fresh and packed with 

goodness. 

Without a shadow ‘the pièce 

de résistance’ for our tasters 

was the Oatmeal Cookies with 

dried cranberries. Cooked fresh 

everyday by Phosh they tasted 

devine. We were even told that 

Phosh Food customers call them 

“crack cookies” as they get so 

addicted to them! 

FOODIE FOUNDERS 

Phosh Food founders Josh 

and Phil grew up in Marbella 

and have always had a passion 

for health and fitness. Phil is a 

qualified personal trainer and 

has a Sports and Business 

Management degree. Josh has 

a BSC in Biomedical Sciences. 

Both have worked in all areas of 

hospitality for almost a decade. 

After having gone abroad to 

pursue their goals they decided 

to return home and start for 

themselves, bringing what 

Marbella was missing, a quality 

meal prep company. 

“Our mission is to improve 

peoples lives, making it easy 

to live a healthy lifestyle. To 

help them achieve their goals 

and create the best version of 

themselves,” Josh said. 

Prices start from €5 a meal 

up to a maximum of €8.50. 

When ordering more than 5 

meals Phosh Food will give you 

a discount and for those looking 

to eat healthily but gain muscle 

mass - you can double up on 

protein for just €2. 

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ARTIST PROFILE 

Charlotte Posner 

Charlotte Posner is a critically acclaimed London based artist whose sought 

after original artworks have featured in the Tate Modern, Christe’s and Saatchi 

Gallery among many others. 

Posner's highly collectable art pieces are all hand painted 

and explore desire in its many forms - combining fashion, 

branding, commodity, culture and art in a stylish and satisfying 

way. Her most famous pieces are undoubtedly her ‘Pop 

Dolls’ which she has created in thousands of forms including 

depicted brands such as Coca-Cola, Walls, Kelloggs, Nails 

INK and Disney. Her ‘Magnificent Girls’ were even featured as 

the new faces of Magnum UK. 

Posner has exhibited internationally; in Japan, Lahore, Hong 

Kong, New York and Singapore. Closer to home her painting 

‘The Theatre’ was accepted into the Royal Academy Summer 

Exhibition 2012. She also participated in From Morning 

Till Night, a special event for Katerina Šedá hosted by Tate 

Modern, and has since had works shown at Christie’s. Last 

year Charlotte also qualified as a Saatchi Gallery Drawing 

Competition Finalist. In addition, Charlotte’s artworks were 

featured on the BBC Culture Show in 2013. 

More recently Charlotte reimagined 45 Little Miss hand 

painted characters as part of the 45th birthday celebrations for 

the cult brand Mr Men and Little Miss. 

“We are really excited to be working with Charlotte and 

love her fun interpretation of the Little Misses,” said licensing 

manager Sabrina Segalov. “While bright and colourful, they are 

in keeping with her fine art background.” 

Charlotte studied at The Princes School of Traditional Arts 

before embarking on a Fine Arts degree at the Chelsea College 

of Art and Design, with a semester at The Emily Carr University 

of Art and Design in Vancouver. 

Charlotte said, “Being an artist is a way of life; we choose our 

path and make own choices, life has its ways of taking you to 

places you didn’t know existed. There are no limitations to our 

imagination.” 

CONDIMENT LADIES 

To commission a piece of art or to buy 

any of her existing artwork collection 

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or email 

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OUT & ABOUT 

PORSCHE & 

ROTARY CAR RUN 

The Porsche Owners 

Club Andalucia 

and Rotary Club 

Marbella organised 

a charity car run 

and lunch to raise 

money for Rotary charity 

Acepsa. The event, sponsored 

by HIFX, kicked off with 

coffee at Small World Cafe, 

followed by a 90km run around 

the Andalucian countryside, 

finishing with lunch, live music 

and dancing at the beautiful El 

Potro restaurant. 

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OUT & ABOUT 


OUT & ABOUT 

MARBELLA NOW 

TV CELEBRATES 

100 th EPISODE 

arbella Now on 

RTV Television 

celebrated their 

100th episode 

with a party 

at Joe’s Bar. 

Sponsored by Linea Direct, 

media and supporters of the 

show enjoyed an evening 

of drinks and dancing at 

the Puente Romano based 

venue. The event was 

organised by Marbella Now 

presenter Nicole King. 

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OUT & ABOUT 


OUT & ABOUT 

LA SALA 

UNVEILING PARTY 

Popular Banus 

restaurant and 

nightspot La Sala 

threw a lavish unveiling 

party on December 5 

and 7 to show their 

redesigned venue complete with 

a larger ‘Live Lounge’ performing 

area for music acts, selfie mirrors 

and a redesigned interior and 

exterior including a nature wall 

and curved booths, all done by 

Marbella based FOC Design. 

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OUT & ABOUT 


OUT & ABOUT 

NADIA XMAS 

MARKET 

Nadia Beauty 

Social Center 

on the Golden 

Mile threw 

a 2-day 

Christmas 

Market on 9 and 10 

December featuring 

fashion shows by Queen 

of Queens Marbella, 

Christian Rex and Mini 

Me, live music by Dani 

Rojas and JM Postigo, 

appetizers and other 

surprises. 

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OUT & ABOUT 

FINCA BESAYA 

INAUGURATION 

ot Marbella 

nightspot Finca 

Besaya threw a 

fabulous Winter 

inauguration 

party on Friday 

December 16 to celebrate 

its newly refurbished 

venue. Guests enjoyed 

cocktails, canapés and live 

entertainment from top DJ’s, 

dancers and sax players. 

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How will your 

insurance company 

deal with your claim 

after the floods? 

The heavy rains in December have left many people 

wondering how their Insurance policy will respond to the 

damages caused. 

The nature and intensity of the rainfall means that instead 

of being picked up by the Insurance Companies, the 

majority of the claims will be dealt with and indemnified by 

the Consorcio. 

So who and what is 'The Consorcio de Compensacion de 

Seguros'? It is in fact a central compensation fund which is 

funded by a very small percentage of the sums insured on 

every Insurance policy sold in Spain and which is run by the 

Government. It's been in existence since 1941, and is designed 

to compensate victims with Insurance cover for losses resultant 

from "extraordinary events", such as earthquake, tsunami, 

terrorism & floods. 

The claims coming in from the recent intense rain tend to be 

either flooding into ground floors, basements, gardens and the 

like from rain water penetrating from the street, as the usual 

courses for water could handle no more, or damage caused by 

water penetrating from walls, roofs or 1st floor and above terraces 

which could not evacuate the water quickly enough and ended up 

overflowing into the apartment. The former claims from flooding 

will be dealt with by the Consorcio whilst the latter claims will be 

dealt with by the Insurance Company themselves. 

Just to be clear - the Consorcio will only intervene if the property 

which suffered the damage had at the time of the loss been Insured. 

If you have had the misfortune of suffering a loss during the recent 

flooding, you should first contact your Insurance Broker or Agent who 

should be able to advise you whether the loss falls into the Consorcio 

category or the Insurance Company, or indeed a combination of both. 

Your Broker / Agent should then be able to register the loss on your 

behalf with the relevant entity and offer you advice and assistance 

throughout the claims process. 

Obviously, there will be some delays in getting around to visit victims 

of the flooding, but the Consorcio have drafted in 100 loss adjusters 

from other regions to complement those already on the ground in 

Malaga, and in our experience, once they visit the damaged property, 

they tend to be quick, efficient and fair. 

Given that it may be a few days before a loss adjuster comes to 

visit your home, we would suggest that you; 

• Take photos of any damage to buildings and/or contents. 

• Undertake any necessary cleaning, repairs etc and be sure to 

conserve any invoices, etc for the loss adjuster. 

• Prepare a list of damaged items. 

• Prior to throwing out any damaged items, conserve them until 

a loss adjuster has had a chance to inspect them. 

• Take whatever reasonable steps are necessary to minimise 

the impact of a claim. 

It seems that many Insurance Companies, brokers or agents are 

telling their clients to lodge the claim themselves with the Consorcio 

- quite a daunting task in a foreign country, but if you need to do so 

it can be done by phone on 902 222 665 or 952 367 042 or via web 

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Op de Beeck & Worth's commitment is to handle and respond 

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RESTAURANTS 

AMERICAN 

Hard Rock Café 

C/ Ramón Areces, esq. Marina 

Banús, Puerto Banús 

Tel: 952 908 024 

Jack´s American Brasserie 

Muelle Ribera, s/n 

Puerto Banús, Marbella 

Tel: 952 813 625 

Route 66 

Plaza Antonio Banderas 17/29, 

Puerto Banús 

Tel: 951 136 333 

Yanx 

Centro Plaza, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 952 818 861 

ARGENTINIAN 

Gaucho’s 

Centro Comercial, Laguna Village, 

Estepona 

Tel: 952 897 744 

La Quinta 

Santa María Polo Club, Calle de 

Ramiro ‘El Monje’ Sotogrande 

Tel: 956 616 934 

La Rosa 

Urbanizacion Guadalmina Alta, 

C.C. Guadalmina III, Calle 19 A, 

29670 San Pedro Alcántara 

Tel: 952 855 769 

Tango 

Av. Julio Iglesias, s/n, 29660 

Puerto Banús, Marbella 

Tel: 951 899 557 

BELGIAN 

El Coto 

Ctra. De Ronda (El Madronal), 

San Pedro de Alcántara 

Tel: 952 786 688 

Mytilus 

Plaza de Los Naranjos, 

Puerto Sotogrande 

Tel: 956 790 212 

FRENCH 

Le Discret 

Avenida del Prado, Nueva 

Andalucía, Marbella 

Tel: 925 929 321 

Rendez Vous 

Avda.del Prado, Aloha Gardens, 

Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 952 813 912 

Zozoi‬ 

Plaza Altamirano, Marbella 

Tel: 952 858 868 

GREEK 

Red Pepper 

Muelle Ribera, Puerto Banús 

Tel: 952 812 148 

Yamas 

Av. Miguel Cano, 6, 

Marbella 34 

Tel: 952 903 827 

INDIAN 

Bollywood Restaurant 

Avenida Del Prado. Local 4, 

Edificio Picaso, Aloha, 29660 


Tel: 952 906 748 

Chilli 

Calle Isla Verde, 2, 

Estepona 

Tel: 952 882 547 

Jaipur Palace 

CN340, km 194, 

Next to Camping Cabopino, 

Marbella 

Tel: 951 310 004 

LISTINGS 

Plaza de las Naranjas 

Puerto Deportivo de Sotogrande, Cadiz, 11310 

Tel: +34 956 790 124 

The Hairy Lemon 

Kitchen open from 9am to midnight - 7 days a week 


LISTINGS 

Little India 

Conj. Buenavista, 

L21-22 Avda. de 

España, Calahonda 

Tel: 952 931 829 

Mumtaz 

Puerto José Banús, Casa A, 

Local 7, Marbella 

Tel: 952 812 090 

INTERNATIONAL 

1870 

Calle la Concha, 11, 

San Pedro Alcántara 

Tel: 952 78 38 36 

Albert & Simon 

Urb. Nueva Alcántara, Edif. 

Mirador, Bloque 4-B, Mabella 

Tel: 952 836 886 

Black and White Marbella 

Muelle Benabola, 

Under the Torre 

De Banús, Puerto Banús 

Tel: 952 815 607 

C’est La Vie 

Paseo Las Palmeras, 15, 

San Pedro De Alcántara 

Tel: 952 783 394 

Cocomo 

Benamara Dos Hermanas, 

KM 168, Estepona 

Tel: 951 272 208 

De Medici 

Calle de Sabinillas, 

El Pilar, Estepona 

Tel: 952 884 687 

Del Mar 

At the Hotel Puente Romano 

Bulevar Principe 

Alfonso Von Hohenlohe, s/n 

Marbella 

Tel: 952 820 900 

El Campanario 

CN 340, km. 168, Estepona 

Tel: 952 880 126 

Limonero 

Avenida Luis Braille, 

Estepona 

Tel: 952 806 759 

Mariposa Bar & Grill 

C.C. Mar Y Sol 

Sotogrande 

Tel: 956 795 726 

Olivia´s 

13 Calle Torreón, 

La Cala de Mijas, 

Mijas Costa 

Tel: 952 494 935 

Venta García 

Ctra. De Casares, km. 7, 

Casares 

Tel: 952 894 191 

ITALIAN 

Carpaccio 

Frontline Puerto Banús 

Tel: 952 813 357 

Don Giovanni 

Avda. de Antonio Belón 3, 

Marbella 

Tel: 952 765 550 

Frascati 

Plaza de Los Naranjos s/n, 

Sotogrande 

Tel: 952 790 392 

La Trattoria 

Calle de las Malvas, 14 

Nueva Andalucia, 

Tel: 952 817 591 

SUSHI WOK FUSION 

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EAT IN, TAKEAWay OR HOME DELIVERY 

Maï Fusion, CC Guadalmina Alta (next to Caixa Bank) 

✆ 952 817 952 

Maï Sushi 

www.maifusion.com 

For the best live 

Entertainment on the C oast 

We have a fantastic line-up of some 

great live music for 2016, showcasing 

some amazing new talent. 

Live Lounge Marbella 

✆ (+34) 657 636 810 

Centro Commercial Benavista, Estepona 

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Lombardo’s 

Galerías Paniagua, Sotogrande, 

Cádiz 

Tel: 956 795 924 

Pizzeria Picasso 

Puerto Banús 

Tel: 952 813 669 

Ristorante Regina 

Edif. La Ruleta, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 952 814 529 

Villa Tiberio 

Ctra. De Cádiz, km, 178 Marbella 

Tel: 952 771 799 

ORIENTAL 

Asiático Zen 

C/ Lirios s/n, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 952 817 691 

Kama Kura 

The San Roque Club, Ctra. De 

Cádiz, 

Km. 127, San Roque, Cádiz 

Tel: 956 613 030 

Restaurante Asiático Bangkok 

P. de las Orquideas, C/ Iris, 11B, 

Edif. Excelsior nº 1, 


Tel: 952 813 603 

Sukho Thai 

Centro Comercial Marbellamar 

Tel: 952 770 550 

Tai Pan 

H. Puente Romano, Ctra. De Cádiz, 

km.177, Marbella 

Tel: 952 777 893 

Thai Gallery 

CN-340, km. 175, Edif. Rimesa, 

Bajos, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 952 818 392 

Top Thai 

Centro Plaza, 64, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 951 319 445 

SEAFOOD 

Sea Grill 

CN340, km 187, Marbella 

Tel: 952 820 900 

El Barlovento 

Puerto Deportivo de 

Sotogrande 

Tel: 619 007 101 

Santiago 

Paseo Marítimo, 5, Marbella 

Tel: 952 770 078 

SPANISH 

Don Quijote‬ 

Urbanizacion el Rosario, 8, 

Marbella‬ 

Tel: 952 834 748 

La Red 

Playa La Fontanilla, Marbella 

Tel: 952 821 450 

Paellas y Mas 

Calle Hermanos Salom, 3, 

Marbella 

Tel: 952 82 25 11 

BARS & CLUBS 

Aqwa Mist 

Beneath La Sala 

Tel: 951 506 248 

Mosaic Music Club 

Avenida Juan Carlos I, 67 

Estepona 

Tel: 630 011 977 

News Café 

Lugar Muelle de Ribera 

Tel: 952 812 131 


LISTINGS 

Seven 

Avenida Muelle de Ribera, 

Puerto Banus, 

Tel: 672 702 085 

Slainte 

CL Manokete CC Iberico 7, 

Marbella 

Tel: 951 279 314 

Suite 

Hotel Puente Romano 

Tel: 630 962 852 

The Living Room 

Avda. Del Prado, Urb. Aloha 

Gardens bloque 1, Marbella 

Tel: 619 061 147 

Tibu 

Plaza Antonio Banderas, 

Puerto Banus 

Tel: 952 810 918 

Karbon Klub 

Calle Jacinto Benavente, Local 2-3, 

29640, Fuengirola 

Tel: 605 311 337 

BEACH CLUBS 

Nikki Beach 

Hotel Don Carlos 

Tel: 952 836 239 

Plaza Beach 

Puerto Banús 

Tel: 677 644 737 

Sala By the Sea 

Urb. Villa Marina, 


Tel: 952 813 882 

CAFÉS 

Passion Café 

Calle Marqués del Duero, 

68,Marbella 

Tel: 952 780 344 

Starz 

Ava Manolete, 60-61, Nueva 

Andalucía 

Tel: 952 816 313 

BEAUTY & HEALTH 

Ocean Clinic 

Av. Ramon y Cajal 7, Marbella 

Tel: 951 775 518 

Q Max Laser Treatments 

@ The Wellness Studio 

Los Naranjos Golf Club Plaza 

Cibeles, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 628 936 396 

Reflections Hair Nails and 

Skincare 

Centro Plaza 

Tel: 902 325 324 

Pure Skin Beauty Room 

Los Naranjos Golf Club Plaza 

Cibeles, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 661 279 575 

C.C Laguna Village A-7 Km. 

159 Estepona 

Tel: 952 936 552 

Sun Lounge 

Avenida Molete, Edif La Rotonda 

Local 1, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 951 279 214 

Marbella Beauty Academy 

2&3 Aloha Mira Sierra, Avenida Valle 

Del Golf. Nueva Andalucia, Marbella 

Tel: 952 817 632 

International fusion cuisine, 

prepared fresh & made with love 

www.restauranteelbanco.com 

El Banco Restaurant & Bar 

Urb. Aloha Pueblo, Local 35, 29660, Nueva Andalucia 

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INTERIORS 

Ambience Home Design 

Edificio 3, La Cancela de la 

Quinta,San Pedro de Alcántara 

Tel: 952 788 691 

FOC Design 

Avenida Gustavo Adolfo Bequer 16, 

Locales 2/3, Nueva Andalucía 

Tel: 952 817 129 

Continental Design 

Urb. Nueva Alcántara, bloque 6, 

local 3 Bajo, San Pedro de Alcántara 

Tel: 952 900 313 

La Silla Colonial 

Calle Luis Braille 24/26, 


Tel: 951 275 077 

Etno Design 

Ctra. N 340 Km 133 Pueblo Nuevo, 

Sotogrande 

Tel: 956 796 924 

FASHION 

Twist Boutique 

Cntro Comercial La Colonia 


Tel: 951 507 019 

Vive la Reine Boutique 

Marbella Real 20, Avenida Principe 

Alonso de 

Hohenlohe, Marbella 

Tel: 663 452 040 

Elle Morgan 

31 Laguna Village, Estepona 

Tel: 647 869 831 

Anthonys Diamonds 

Avenida Ramon y Cajal 40 

Tel: 952 588 795 

Flamingo Market Place 

c/ Jesus Puente, Local 15, 

29660, Puerto Banus, Marbella 

Tel: 951 388 262 

Religion Clothing 

Francisco Villalon 17-A 

Puerto Banus, Marbella 

Tel: 951 350 227 

Fashion Villa 

Paseo de Suiza, Elviria 

Tel: 952 850 501 

Superfly Tarifa, 

Poligono la Vega, 

Tarifa, Cádiz 

Tel: 956 684 242 

Mermaids Swimwear 

daisy.mermaidsswimwear@gmail. 

com 

GYMS & FITNESS 

Apolo Gym 

C.C. La Colonia, Av. Virgen del 

Rocío, 

San Pedro Alcántara 

Tel: 952 780 684 

Glow Wellness & Fitness 

Avenida Playas del Duque, 

Edificio Sevilla, Marbella 

Tel: 952 908 507 

MGM 

Avenida de Manolete 10, 

CP 29660, Nueva Andalucía, 

Tel: 952 817 219 

QI SPORT 

Urb. La Azambra 

Tel: 952 929 013 

Dynamic Marbella 

CC Le Village, Ctra de 

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Tel: 952 775 021 


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2017 begins with you building on 

something you started in 2016. It 

now gains momentum propelling you 

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self doubt to creep in or question 

whether you are doing the right thing 

or not. If you meet with resistance 

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slightly. However, if you laid the 

right foundations last year, this 

year should see you achieve more 

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back? Only your own thoughts so 

ditch any negativity now. 

Gemini 

22 MAY – 21 JUNE 

Romance remains a distinct 

possibility for most of 2017 while 

cultivating a light hearted, optimistic 

and playful mindset turns you into 

an attraction magnet. I could say ‘Be 

careful what you wish for’ as you’re 

likely to get it. Whatever you do, 

don’t become jaded or cynical as 

this will block the flow for you. You 

could find yourself in the spotlight 

in some way this year - or else be 

rubbing shoulders with those who 

make their living being in it. Act like 

a Kardashian with a touch of old 

Hollywood glamour thrown in. If you 

do find yourself associating with 

the ‘A’ list of the rich understand 

it’s because you belong there with 

them. Star quality? You’ve got it so 

work it now. 

Leo 

24 JULY – 23 AUG 

Showcasing your talents and 

strutting your stuff is on the agenda 

- as is the validation that follows. 

Let people know what you can do 

and don’t undersell yourself now. 

You’re in an enviable position when 

it comes to marketing yourself and 

getting your ideas across. Thing 

is, people are more receptive than 

they have been for a very long time. 

You’ll soon discover you’re getting 

a ‘Yes’ answer far more often than 

a ‘No’ but have the courage to put 

yourself out there and discover 

which one it is going to be. Any 

knock-backs will be shrugged off 

and successes snagged in their 

wake. That ‘lucky’ break could be 

the result but talent more than luck is 

the determining factor. 

Taurus 

21 APR – 20 MAY 

Thinking on your feet could have 

become second nature to you lately. 

By now you should have learned 

not to get too attached to plans 

as recently they have the habit 

of changing suddenly. There is a 

reason behind this if they do and 

that is to break you free of any ruts 

you may have fallen into. Learning 

to say ‘No’ and to channel your 

energy and resources into only that 

which truly fires up your soul results 

in a happier you. Right now the 

universe has a plan for you and the 

New Year could see you connect 

with someone who could have a 

major influence on the direction 

life is taking you. Whether this is a 

romantic connection or not - that’s a 

possibility only you can explore. 

Cancer 

22 JUNE – 23 JULY 

Keep your focus on a long term 

goal and understand nothing 

that’s really worth having yields 

overnight results. Knowing you 

have what it takes - including 

the determination to stick it out 

for the long haul, brings you an 

increased sense of self-worth and 

satisfaction. It’s time to discover 

just what you are capable of. A 

new, healthier, fitter and sexier 

you may emerge from all this as 

a result but that is just one of the 

pay-offs. You suddenly see the 

journey itself is the goal and that 

money can’t buy you this kind of 

experience. The rewards are there 

waiting to be claimed and may 

end up exceeding your wildest 

expectations. Stay on your path. 

Virgo 

24 AUG – SEPT 3 

Money continues to be in focus and 

your bank account should reflect 

the positive shift during 2017. 

Unfortunately, your ability to spend 

it as fast as it comes in may also 

increase. It’s important to have 

a long term financial goal in the 

back of your mind and direct your 

resources towards that - and not the 

urge to splurge. By all means reward 

yourself, but keep it within reason. 

The same goes for being generous 

with those you love. Remember 

there are other ways to show you 

care rather than going overboard 

with gifts. You have the opportunity 

to build a financial future that 

sustains you in the long term rather 

than just shopping till you drop. 

Which are you going to choose? 

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Libra 

24 SEPT – 23 OCT 

You’re in a cycle of new beginnings 

where anything seems possible. In 

fact, you’re in your best potential 

cycle for 12 years. It’s time to 

think big and launch those dreams 

skyward. Provided it is something 

you love and have fun doing, put 

immediate financial rewards on the 

backburner so long as you can get 

by right now. The money will follow 

but that passionate vibe you’re 

projecting attracts the right people - 

in business and in romance. Travel 

continues to feature and don’t be 

surprised if unlooked for benefits 

flow from people overseas. Get set 

to make an impression in 2017. 

This is most definitely your year 

Libra, lots of big dreams to 

make a reality, money and travel 

explorations. Enjoy! 

Sagittarius 

23 NOV – 21 DEC 

Restrictions and frustrations are 

followed by amazing breakthroughs 

the moment you let go and stop 

struggling. Something may have 

come to an end in 2016 - either 

through your actions or via change 

being forced on you. Don’t worry 

if this is the case as chances are 

the situation has been lived out. 

You probably already know this 

deep inside. There’s a bold new 

beginning to follow and if you have 

the courage to take it when it is 

offered, you’ll enter a new cycle of 

self-empowerment and the ability to 

direct your life where you want it to 

go. Just remember that sometimes 

opportunity arrives in disguise or 

doesn’t look quite how we thought 

it would. That doesn’t mean you 

shouldn’t accept it however. 

Aquarius 

21 JAN – 19 FEB 

New people may just be vying to 

join Team Aquarius now. Be on the 

look out for older, more experienced, 

influential and successful people 

who just may want to help you 

in some way - with no apparent 

agenda in mind. Being yourself with 

no apologies is your key to getting 

them on your side. You could find 

yourself in a position where you are 

dealing with large groups of people 

or interacting with them in new ways 

this year. Don’t be afraid to showcase 

your ideas - no matter how radical or 

different from the mainstream they 

may be. Someone out there is looking 

for someone just like you, whether it 

is on a professional or personal level. 

Your key to success is owning who 

you are, and what you and you alone 

have to offer. 

Scorpio 

24 OCT – 22 NOV 

Superficial people are likely to get 

short shift from you now as you’re 

seeking something deeper and more 

meaningful across all areas. You 

want to delve below the surface and 

explore the spiritual side of love. If 

your present partner (if you have 

one) can’t or isn’t ready to join you 

on this journey, you may attract 

one that is. Singles may encounter 

someone they feel they have known 

before and if so, consider the 

fact you have. The past becomes 

relevant again in some way so ask 

what you have learned from it if you 

don’t want to repeat it. The further 

back you look the further forward 

you can see - you have the power to 

shape the future you want. 

Capricorn 

22 DEC – 20 JAN 

Life’s big questions could continue 

to occupy your thoughts as 2017 

begins. Such as what’s your 

purpose, where are you going and 

who should you be going there with? 

You’ll see all too clearly cause and 

effect - or karma, at work in your life 

and in the lives of those around you. 

You’ll also be aware of how your 

choices in the past have shaped 

where you are in the present. It’s 

time to tie up loose ends and settle 

any outstanding debts - whether on a 

material or a spiritual level and then 

move on unencumbered. So, what’s 

the purpose of all this? To make new 

choices and now you see what the 

right ones are to create that success 

you’ve been after. 

Pisces 

20 FEB – 20 MAR 

Big changes lie ahead in 2017. This 

could see you in a position where you 

have more money and/or resources 

at your disposal. Or you could benefit 

from another’s generosity. If you are 

in a position where you have access 

to someone else’s resources, ensure 

you keep all dealings above board and 

transparent. If you have given someone 

else access to your resources, please 

ensure they are trustworthy. This year 

is all about personal power for you. 

Other Pisceans could be looking at 

moving in with a lover as a relationship 

gets more serious or even moving 

countries if that has been your ambition 

for a while. Get ready for a powerful 

shift that reflects the changes that are 

already occurring within. 

‘We’re all stars on Earth. My job is to enable you to shine’ Delphi Haines is a professional astrologer, psychic and life-coach with over 20 years 

experience and a celebrity client list spanning four continents. The astrologer who put the ‘chic’ into psychic, you can read about her life as ‘psychic 

to the stars’ in her blog ‘The Psy-kick’ or contact her at www.delphinhaines.com. Follow her on Twitter @delphicowgirl or find her on Facebook. 


NICOLE KING 

Each month Marbella 

Rocks will be quick 

firing questions 

at unsuspecting 

famous faces on the 

Costa del Sol. This 

month, we’ve sprung 

it on Nicole King, 

presenter of Marbella 

Now TV on RTV. 

You’ve just celebrated your 100 th 

episode of Marbella Now, how did 

it feel to reach this milestone? 

It took me a bit by surprise, suddenly 

we were planning our 100th show; 2 

years of meeting the most incredibly 

diverse people; it’s been an experience, a 

learning curve and a lot of fun! 

How did you celebrate? 

Thanks to Linea Directa who sponsored the 

event we were able to thank all the people 

who have supported this initiative with a 

cocktail party at Joe’s Bar in Puente Romano; 

an informal gathering to try and show my 

appreciation for all their help; I couldn’t have 

lasted this long without their support. 

What sets Marbella Now apart 

from other online TV shows? 

Marbella is very much about glitz and 

glamour but our passion is exploring behind 

the scenes and understanding the mix that 

makes so many people, regardless of their 

financial position, race or religion, regard 

Marbella as home and try to harness that 

to create a consolidated and empathetic 

international community. 

Any exciting plans for shows in 

2017 you can reveal at this stage? 

We’ve just launched a new sign language 

section with a young student Rowan 

Litchfield of Laude School to help us learn 

to be more communicative and we will 

be holding our 2 nd United Nationalities 

summit on 25 th April 2017 at the Laude 

School. The aim is to put our international 

brains together and find solutions to 

community issues, whether regarding 

sustainability, more artisan and farmers 

markets, or alternative transport around 

our city, helping the elderly, being 

neighbourly, helping promote tourism on 

an all year round basis, activities for teens 

etc. Together we can work wonders. 

Is it true the saying in TV… never 

work with children or animals? 

It may be, but not for us; our show is 

natural, fun and about life, plus we always 

have a Triple A dog for adoption who 

comes to the recordings and we love kids 

– the more the merrier!! 

What is the most embarrassing 

thing that’s ever happened to 

you while presenting a show? 

The love of my life answering the phone 

and talking, loudly…and seeing people 

see me give him “the look”! 

Now a bit about you Nicole, 

what's your nickname? 

I don’t have one; well, not that I know of. 

What couldn't you live without? 

My family and a nice cup of tea. 

What´s your greatest 

achievement? 

My kids are all grown up and they still talk 

to us and think we’re great! 

BEST ADVICE EVER GIVEN? 

Three things by my dad: 

• Always write things in your diary, you 

never know when you’ll need to go back 

and check something up 

• It’s not what you know that matters, or 

who you know, it’s who knows you 

• Never fool yourself. 

Favourite film of all time? 

Love Actually. 

What are you listening to? 

Terry Shaughnessy & The Universal. 

Funniest pick up line used on you? 

“If I said you had a beautiful body would 

you hold it against me,” sung like the 

song, which wasn’t funny, but I promptly 

slapped him and everyone thought that 

was funny. 

Best pick up line you’ve used? 

I don’t like you very much. 

What did you want to be 

growing up? 

A barrister or an actress. 

Best character trait? 

Honest. 

Worst habit? 

Being Honest! 

What do you do to relax? 

Paint, play the piano, hang out with family 

& friends. 

Friday night out or Sunday day in? 

Sunday in! Unless there’s a charity event. 

Best thing about living in Spain? 

We all say the sun, but it’s true; the light 

here is special, it makes getting up and 

being happy easier; I just feel like I’m 

“home.” 

Worst thing? 

I’ll tell you that’s easy - “mañana”!! 

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