Community Spirit, Sept 2018

Community
Spirit
Supporting local businesses in Valencia
S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 8 • C O M M U N I T Y S P I R I T V A L E N C I A • F R E E
FIRST ROUND
TABLE MEETING
COOL PLACES TO
EAT IN VALENCIA
ECO FRIENDLY SKIN
CARE PRODUCTS
The first proper round table
meeting took place in Llira in
August, one o f the first milestones
in bringing the community together.
Zaitune in Russafa is a cozy bar /
restaurant which serves a fusion of
Mediterranean cuisine food. We get
to speak with the owner Somar Kirco.
If you live in Valencia, you can now
get eco friendly skin care products
delivered to your door by Tierra
Delicada.

IN THIS
ISSUE
Founder's Message
COOL PLACE TO
EAT
Zaitune cozy restaurent bar in Russafa,
Calle Centilles, 18, Valencia. Healthy,
homemade, exotic Mediterranean food
served in a lively social atmosphere.
MINUTES AND NEWS FROM
ROUND TABLE MEETING
Hi Everyone,
This is the 11th issue Community Spirit Valencia e-magazine.
As ever, with such a diverse community here in Valencia, I have
been out and about meeting and interviewing people from all
walks of life.
Community Spirit Valencia is now becoming a grassroots project,
with the great success of the first roundtable meeting in Lliria. I
am now organizing a similar meeting for people who live in the
city centre. These two events will be held every month, with the
Minutes always being published in this e-magazine.
Thank you for your support and involvement. Have a great day!
All the Best,
Richard T. Voller
BA (Hons) Media & Cultural,
Southampton Solent University, UK.
The first roundtable meeting for
community was a great success, here
are the minutes of things that
everyone wants to support.
THE NEXT GENERATION
MATTERS
Sing and Swing with Stephanie in
Valencia for parents with babies or
toddlers.
ECO FRIENDLY SKIN CARE
PRODUCTS
With a little bit of faith, you feel
amazing! Checkout some great eco
skin care products available from
Tierra Delicada in Valencia.
CITY NEWS
El Cabanyal: autopsy of an atypical
district

CONTENTS
Areas of interest to be covered .
4
WHAT'S ON?
6
LOCAL BUSINESS
SERVICES DIRECTORY
10
THINGS TO DO
Community Spirit Meeting in Lliria
14
COOL PLACES TO EAT
Cozy restaurent bar in Russafa,Valencia
19
POETRY
Written by Philip David
21
ECO FRIENDLY PRODUCTS
An introduction to Tierra Delicada
25
HEALTHY COOKING
An introduction to macrobiotics with Lia.
28
LOCAL NEWS
The spotlight on El Cabanyal
30
TRAVEL: CAR RENTALS
Get to know Europcar at Valencia Aiport
34
MUSIC
Sing and Swing with Stephanie
40
INTERNATIONAL
3 day cure for Diabetes with Dr.
Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury
45
ASTROLOGY
The Real Meaning of the Zodiac in
Modern Times - Part 2
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Less than Euro 50k, for cottage in
countryside near Valencia.

WHAT'S ON?
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Free Language Exchange,
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The address is:
ASOCIACION VECINOS LA BUITRERA
C/ ABETOS 2
URBANIZACIÓN LA BUITRERA
46160 LLIRIA
The language exchange takes place every Friday from
7,30 to 8,30 PM.
ARTS & MUSIC
We do half an hour of Spanish conversation and half
an hour of English. There is no charge for this
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Pedralba
Rastro
Pedralba Rastro
Sunday 9th September 2018,
Location: Behind Bar Sardi, Pedralba.,
From 9.00 til 1.00.
Lin Shepherd, event organiser, raises funds for
Naturaleza y Animales (Vice President) by charging
Euro 2 for space at the Rastro which goes to the charity.
Sellers need to arrive at 8am
Weekly Local Town Markets
Friday - Villar del Arzobispo
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Tuesday - Betera
. .
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There are some things which you just need to
remember, you don't want to be driving into
town to find that everything is closed down
because you forgot it was a public holiday!
email:
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Thursday 6 Dec - Constitution Day
Saturday 8 Dec - Immaculate Conception
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TIERRA DELICADA / DAVID JAMES / +34 617 24 27 42
HAIR & BEAUTY
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DUGUID - TEL + 34 657 43 43 24
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
LIAH BERLIOUX COACHING / LIFE COACH - LIAH BERLIOUX - TEL + 33 635 180 638
ENTERTAINMENT
POMPINO LIVE MUSIC /ELECTRIC ROCK & KARAOKE FOR FIESTAS, ACOUSTIC
FOR FUNERALS OR CHRISTENINGS / DEREK BELL - +44 7480 319 687
BPSB - BUDDY PAUL'S SMOKIN' BLUES BAND / RED HOT JUMP BLUES, R'N'B,
RICK'N'ROLL / PAUL TIDIMAN - +34 640 353 304
HOLIDAY HOMES
VILLA TORRENT / JEANNY GREVELINK / +34 678 446 129
HAPI ZEN / RICHARD VOLLER / +34 602 564 973
SCIENTIFIC HEALING TREATMENTS
DELTA O2 / GHISLAIN MOUTON / +34 638 15 35 85
SPIRITUAL & COSMIC
BRUJA CELTA / MASAGE,HEALING, AROMATHERAPY (PHYSICAL,EMOTIONAL AND
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W H A T I S A L L T H I S C O M M U N I T Y S P I R I T
A B O U T A N Y W A Y ?
Written by Lynne Bygrave
Some may say it is a dying art or it has been lost forever in our new world of technology and ‘social’ media.
Back in the day when people used to share and help each other out, maybe, pop next door for a cup of
sugar when they run out. People that lived in a community would watch out for each other and think about
the lonely lady who lived down the road. It is hard to find this now with the way we have evolved into the
digital world. The irony of it though, is that ‘social’ media is not actually that sociable. When was the last
time you jumped on the metro and somebody said ‘Hello, Good morning, Buenos dias’? All you see is the
tops of people’s heads now, even the family meal get together around the table seems to have
disappeared.
Richard saw this big hole in our lives and decided he would fill it with a revival of community spirit, digital
version. Instead of technology ruling our lives community spirit intends to use technology to work for us
and help bring back the community values that were available in the past.
Stepping back in time is not always a good thing, but stepping back to collect something you left behind
can have a positive effect on our future.
The proof of the need for a revival of community spirit has already manifested itself by the rapid growth of
the community spirit magazine and now the round table meetings. The meetings are a great place to have
an informal get together to bounce ideas off of each other and wow did we come up with some good ideas,
all of which will be published in the monthly e-magazine for anyone who wishes to join the active group.
As you will see in the e-magazines the projects that were put forward are all to do with helping each other
out and those around us and truly caring for each other and our neighbours and beyond. This is not just
another expat group get together in the Valencia area this is different because it has wings to reach out
and the sky is truly the limit.
This maybe called the ‘Community Spirit’ but in reality it is the spirit of the community making things
happen.
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MINUTES FROM ROUNDTABLE MEETING
- AUGUST 24TH, 2018
steps Big
as the
forward
event
first
a large
attracts
I am
turnout.
arranging
now
2nd monthly
a
for
meeting
If you don't know what the
Rountable Meetings are about,
let me explain.
At the first meeting held on
24th August 2018, I asked
people who attended the
meeting what projects they felt
were important for the
community to support in the
towns around Lliria.
I also asked people what kind
of support and help they were
willing to give and types of
volunteer roles that they
would like take on?
Going forward, the Rountable
Meetings will be an
opportunity to connect with
like-minded people in the
community, to be updated on
progress and things which have
happened in the community
since the last meeting.
It is also an opportunity to
discouss new ideas and put
them to the vote to see if it is
something which the
community is willing to
support.
I am now organising a second
monthly meeting to be held a
Zaitune cafe/restaurent in
Russafa for people living in
Valencia. I will bridge the two
groups together, so that they
support each other.
Next
meeting
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/ourcommunityspirit
Online Magazine: www.yumpu.com/user/eMazineMedia
people
Valencia city. 1 NO.

August 24th, 2018 - Round Table Attendees: Lin McNally, Sydney Shepherd, Lynne & Alex, Brian and Lynne Papworth,
Annabella, Brent Floyd, Christina Woodbridge, Sally Ainsworth, Monica Fabiana, Valery, Janice Parker, Irene Day, Radiliana,
Louise Liddiat, Bernadette Harris.
Chairman: Richard T. Voller
Coordinators for next 3 months: Christina Woodbridge (Pedralba), Lynne Bygrave (Benaguasil), Radilina Shanova (Valencia),
Brent Floyd (Villar del Arzobispo), Bernadette Harris (Marines).
Each coordinator will receive a list of Members names and WhatsApp numbers to message in case of emergency situations
such as a local fire or spate of burglaries. Just need to inform people in your local area so that the message can get to people
quickly, especially in the case of emergency situations.
Proposed Community Projects
Project
Description Location People who offer
support
Support
Group
Having a community support group to help people
who have lost a partner, or has someone who is
severely ill to take care of, or has been burgled or
someone who lives on their own. The support
group can help them in many different ways which
takes the pressure off friends and family. Basically,
be the backup for anyone who needs it.
Benguasil
Lynne Bygrave
Odd Job
Share
When something is a bit overwhelming to do by
yourself, then you can call on this service to give
you a helping hand for jobs around the property
and you provide them with refreshments. (i.e.
Many hands make light work) .
Benguasil
Pedralba
Pedralba
Lliria
Lynne Bygrave
Christina
Woodbridge
Lin Shepherd
Louise Liddiatt
Needy
Causes
Bringing a little bit of TLC into a hospital, children's
homes and for animal shelters by creating
handmade gifts and items out of recycled materials.
Benguasil
Lliria
Lynne Bygrave
Brian and Lynne
Papworth
First
Aid &
CRP
Training
In case of emergencies we need to know what to
do. Also need to know GPS coordinates for
ambulance crews to find people’s homes in the
countryside.
.
Benguasil
Brian and Lynne
Papworth

Proposed Community Projects
Project
Description Location People who offer
support
Spanish
Lessons &
Spanish
translation
support
If people need to go to a hospital or deal with the
local authorities or Spanish translation.
Valencia
Benguasil
Pedralba
Monica Fabiani
Alex
Lin Shepherd
Transport
Service
Lifts to the airport or hospital, or local town to go
shopping, or if you car breaks down.
Lliria
Valencia
Villar del
Arzobispo
Lliria
Lliria
Sally Ainsworth
Monica Fabiani
Brent Floyd
Brian and Lynne
Papworth
Louise Liddiatt
Sunday
Meet-Ups
To offer companionship to those who want it in the
local community, as well as offering group social
meetings such as a coffee mornings or Victoria
Cake mornings for girls or going down the pub with
men to watch football or watch other sports.
Pedralba
Lliria
Lliria
Villar del
Arzobispo
Lliria
Christina
Woodbridge
Sally Ainsworth
Valery
Brent Floyd
Louise Liddiatt
Join Our Group online

COOL
PLACES
TO EAT
Zaitune cozy restaurent bar in
Russafa, Calle Centilles, 18,
Valencia
Healthy, homemade, exotic
Mediterranean food served in a
lively social atmosphere.
WRITTEN BY RICHARD T. VOLLER
Russafa is definitely one of the
hippest places in the city of
Valencia, full of little boutique
shops, trendy cafes, bars and
restaurants. It’s a very social place,
and I normally bump into someone
I know when I am walking through
the narrow streets.
I am always on the lookout for
different and exotic places to eat in
this area, so I was delighted when I
discovered Zaitune on Calle
Centelles, 18, just opposite
Blondes, Brunettes and Redheads
Hair Salon.
Zaitune is a cozy bar / restaurant
which serves a fusion of
Mediterranean cuisine food. It’s
been open for nearly two years
now and has a good reputation for
offering clean, healthy, fresh
homemade and exotic food from
the Mediterranean at very
affordable prices. And it’s also a
very sociable and fun place to eat.
So without further ado, let’s get to
know Somar Kirco, the owner and
Chef of Zaitune.
14 | Cool Places to Eat

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Quesadilla Zaitune
got a lot of secret ingredients from my
Mum or my Aunts. Take the ‘Sandwich
of the Week’ for example, sometimes I
use some Armenian spices in it. I find
that traditional food is boring, so I
always like to be as creative as I can.”
Richard: “So do you see yourself as a
crazy inventor of food?”
THE INTERVIEW
Richard: “Ok, where are you
from?”
Somar: “I am Syrian Lebanese.
My Dad is Syrian with Armenian
roots and my mum’s family is
Lebanese. We have roots from
everywhere, my Dad’s whole
family lives in Argentina and
other South American countries.”
Richard: “It feels like there is
quite a fusion there?”
Somar: “Exactly! Just like the
food we have here. Yes, my mum
is an international cook now. She
gets influences from Armenia,
Syria, Lebanon and definitely the
middle east and that has all
inspired me with my own
cooking.”
Richard: “Ok, so those are your
roots. Can you tell me about the
restaurant that you have here?”
Somar: “I wouldn’t call it a
restaurant, it’s more like a very
casual bar restaurant.”
Richard: “But it’s not really fast
food because people like to spend
time here eating their food don’t
they?”
Somar: “Yes, and everything is
made fresh here. All of the food I
prepare myself.”
Richard: “So as the Chef, what type
of fusion cooking do you do?”
Somar: “Mainly the fusion that I
have here is from the
Mediterranean area, like Morocco,
Greece, Lebanon and Syria, and
then you have Spain and Italy. So it
is a little bit from everywhere. But I
Somar: “Well I like to create more
casual fresh home-made food here. I
come here early and prepare
everything that day, I have the
‘Starters’, ‘Salads’ and ‘Sandwiches’ on
the Menu.”
Richard: “Ok, can you walk me through
your Menu and explain how it works.”
Somar: “Basically it is four sections.
You have the starters, where you have
four different choices. Then you have
three different choices of salads and
then you have the sandwiches. Our
speciality is the sandwiches. And finally
the dessert section.”
“We basically have a variety of three
types of different bread. First is the
Wrap Bread. Then there is the
Moroccan Bread which is 100%
homemade. And then the last bread is
integral baguette with the cereals and
the seeds.”
“OK, because the sandwiches are the
main section, let’s talk about those first.
As you can see, number one and two
are the same main ingredient but the
difference is with the sauce and the

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veggies that accompany them. So
you can have the same main
ingredient with two different
sauces, and two different types of
vegetables. For vegetables you
always have a fresh option and a
roasted option and then the same
thing goes for the sauce. The first
option goes with the tomato
sauce which I make myself and it
goes with the roasted vegetables
which are eggplants, and green
and red capsicums as well.”
“Then for the second option it is
the same meat fillet which goes
with a really nice sauce which I
make from black olives, with olive
oil, little bit of garlic and a little
squeeze of lemon. This is my
favourite sauce actually, it’s a
really special one. So the same
meat goes with this and then you
also have the fresh vegetables
which go with it as well, and that
is basically lettuce, green olives
and tomatoes. You can also add
the chilli sauce to any option.”
garlic and some mint to finish it off. I
love garlic actually, I think it is the
essence of food. So that is Tzatziki
and that goes with the fresh veggies
and then number 4 goes with the
tomato sauce again.”
“The kebab is our kind of speciality, in
Europe the Doner Kebab is very
popular although it’s most probably
not even meat! It is basically made
out of potato and all the rubbish
leftovers of meat. So I wanted to do a
proper kebab option, but it is much
better quality meat and has nothing
to do with what you are used to!”
“The proper kebab is meat on a stick,
this is very common in places like
Iran, Syria and Lebanon. This is where
it originally comes from, and even in
Turkey it is really common.”
Richard: “So what sort of meat do you
use?”
Somar: “I mainly use beef meat. for the
kebab I mix it with a bit of lamb fat, just to
give it flavour. The idea here is to sell
clean food, but at affordable prices.
Almost everyone can come and eat here,
it’s not like a privilege just for people who
have a lot of money, I mean it’s a Euro 5
Sandwich or a Euro 5 Salad or a Starter..”
Richard: “I’ve tried your Sandwiches and
they are a really big size, so you are
definitely getting value for money!”
Somar: “True, actually. Most people love
the Aleppo Kebab, which is named after a
city in Syria. We have a very special spice
in Syria and Lebanon which is called ‘7
Spices’ that we use in this and I love
serving it to people because it reminds me
of my roots and where I grew up.”
“So the same thing applies for
numbers 3 and 4, which is the
chicken fillet and then the
different sauces, so number 3
goes with Tzatziki, which is a well
known Greek sauce.”
Richard: “What is that made
from?”
Somar: “Basically Greek yoghurt,
with cucumber, and a little bit of
Aleppo kebab

Cacao cake
Inside eating area at Zaitune
Richard: “How do you get inspired
for food ideas for your kitchen?”
Somar: “Well from family, friends
and traveling experiences mainly.
when I go travelling to places like
India for example, I usually go to
the local restaurants, not touristy
ones. To experience the real food
of the country. I want them to
surprise me somehow with the
taste, I really want to taste
something exotic and then I get
inspired!”
Richard: “Well it seems to be
working because your food does
taste exotic and what you are
serving does seem to stand out
from your competitors.”
Somar: “Thanks man. This was the
point as well, because I was in the
process of creating a totally new
concept, so I wanted it to taste and
feel different. I am a very social
person, I love to meet people and I
love to go travelling. I am used to
the nomadic lifestyle and I really
enjoy it to be honest. It keeps things
fresh and you learn a lot from new
cultures.”
“I wanted the whole concept to stand out
and feel different. When you come here,
for example, we don’t have waiters
serving you. Instead we explain what is
on the menu and then give you a pen. You
can tick the boxes of what you want on
the menu and then give it to us. Of course
we have waiters to serve the food, but
the attention is not focused on the client
all the time, rather it is about letting the
client feel comfortable and relaxed as if
they were at home.”
“The attention of the main energy is on
the food and the experience for the
clients. We like to joke and play a lot with
our clients to break the ice and have fun
with them. We like people to come here
and enjoy their time with us!”
Richard: “So you are relaxed about the
way people can eat the food as well?”
Somar: “Yes, it’s sandwiches, starters and
salads. So the salad you can eat with a
fork, the starters you can eat with bread
and dip it into a sauce and the sandwiches,
well you just eat that with your hands man!”
“It’s like a lot of friends all hanging out
together in a very casual place having fun. I
notice that a lot of clients start mingling
together even though they aren’t sitting on
the same table. If it was very formal and
luxurious they most probably wouldn’t dare
to do that, but here the vibe of the place just
invites people to open up and chat with their
neighbours.”
“At the far end there is a social area with
high tables and stools. It’s really setup for
people who want to meet new people and
share conversations whilst have their
dinner. Valencia is special in that way as it is
a very social city and people like to relax and
enjoy their food before they move on to
their next destination.”
Richard: “Actually, in a small space you have
a lot of different options you can offer
customers, from a social bar area, to a more
individual relaxed area, to the outdoor
terraced area and even a take-away
service!”

Somar: “Yes! And I try to get things
organised here so I can serve food
quickly and within people’s
expectations. I really like it that when
people come here for a take-away
they can normally get it freshly
cooked within about 5 or 10 minutes
depending on what they order, so they
can get home quickly to enjoy it after a
hard days work for example.”
Richard: “So what type of customers
come here?”
Somar: “They are really nice people
actually. Mainly Spanish and expats,
conscious people who are really
considerate. They are generally really
nice people who appreciate what we
do!”
Richard: “Can you tell me how to
pronounce the name of your
business?”
Somar: “The name means a lot to me,
it is ‘Zaitune’ which means the olive
tree. For people who come from the
Mediterranean, it is more like a sacred
tree as we see it everywhere in our
region. Olives and olive oil are a key
ingredient in all our food dishes.”
Richard: “Yes, it’s what connects everything
together.”
Somar: “Exactly! The oil and the tree itself,
has a spiritual and symbolic meaning as well.
It can also live for about 3,000 years, so I
have a lot of respect for it. And lastly, it
connects the whole Mediterranean region.”
Richard: “Yes, at the very start of this
interview you were talking about your roots
and how important that is to your business
and now here we are at the end of it talking
about the olive tree and the name Zaitune. It
all fits together perfectly!”
Somar: “Yes, thanks man for seeing that!”
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Ode to extracted
tooth
written by Philip David
I’m disappointed.
You gave up without a struggle.
Two tweaks and a twist was all it took
And we were struck asunder.
60 odd years I fed you,
brushed you twice a day.
You felt the tongues of lovers
Heard my whispered words.
You ground down scrunched lunches across the world
For 50 years I denied you flesh and bone.
It was the stone in the brown rice did you in.
Now you lie blooded on the dentist’s desk
An elephant tusk.
50 effing euros you cost me to be rid
But thanks...you never did let the bastards...
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ECO
ONE THE THINGS THAT I LOVE ABOUT BEING THE FOUNDER OF COMMUNITY SPIRIT
FRIENDLY
AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVID JAMES FOUNDER OF TIERRA DELICADA
VALENCIA IS THAT I GET TO MEET SO MANY INTERESTING AND INSPIRING PEOPLE
WHO ARE HAVING THE COURAGE TO SETUP A NEW LIFE HERE IN VALENCIA.
IN 2014, DAVID JAMES MOVED FROM ENGLAND TO VALENCIA. HE’S BEEN WRITING
ARTICLES FOR THIS E-MAGAZINE FOR A NUMBER OF MONTHS NOW AND HIS MOST
RECENT ARTICLE WAS A VERY EMOTIONAL AND TOUCHING PIECE ABOUT THE
PASSING OF HIS BEST FRIEND ‘GIZMO’. SETTING UP A NEW LIFE INVOLVES MANY
DIFFERENT THINGS AND SOME PEOPLE ALSO CHOOSE TO SET UP THEIR OWN
BUSINESSES AS WELL.
SO I WAS DELIGHTED WHEN DAVID AGREED TO BE INTERVIEWED ABOUT HIS ECO-
FRIENDLY SKINCARE BUSINESS, KNOWN AS TIERRE DELICADA.

Richard: “That’s good! Can you explain
out at first, but they
THE INTERVIEW
the benefits of using your toothpaste
products?”
eventually get used to
it. Whether it is
Richard: “What products do you offer
which are good for skin care?”
David: “Well, there are two different types
of toothpaste products, Dr Bronner’s
toothpaste or shower
gel, the extensive
foaming of these
David: “Aside from the toothbrushes and
toothpaste all the products are directed
towards skin care, the Suma soaps
particularly. As a person with relatively
crappy skin I have always looked to these
products to help me not explode into full
blown eczematic rage. One of my regular
customers marvels at the fact that
although, for years, she has suffered from
dried hands, my Suma soaps have helped
give them moisture.”
Toothpaste, aimed at adults, and Jack’n’Jill
Toothpaste which is for children.”
“The Dr Bronner’s toothpaste has no
synthetic detergent foaming agents, is
fluoride-free, vegan and cruelty-free, with
no artificial colours, flavours,
preservatives, or sweeteners. None of
these omissions detract from the benefits
you would find with every other
toothpaste. However, by removing typical
ingredients like SLS (Sodium Lauryl
products doesn’t mean
they are cleaning you
better. In fact, the
bubbles and foaming
do very little. They just
make it easier to clean
off, not allowing for the
product to deep clean
and do the job it is
supposed to be doing.”
“The Jack’n’Jill
Interview by Richard T. Voller.
Richard: “And why do you recommend
using these products?”
David: “The Suma soaps are handcrafted
using a blend of olive oil, coconut oil, and
shea butter, and retain all the soap's
naturally released glycerine. The bars are
individually boxed in plastic-free
packaging. They are free from parabens,
SLS and palm oil. They are Vegan, BUAV
approved, and cruelty-free.”
Sulfate) and Fluoride it stands out as a
much healthier option. SLS, whether in
soaps or toothpastes, can have a
detrimental effect on sensitive skin and
gums. A lot of tap water and products
made using tap water contain fluoride to
varying degrees. Too much fluoride can
cause dental fluorosis, a permanent
staining of teeth. Fluoride is also
poisonous if swallowed. Obviously, it is
never a good idea to swallow toothpaste
by any account but considering the fact
toothpaste, an
Australian product, is
fluoride free, sugar
free, colour free, SLS
free, has no artificial
preservatives, and is
gluten free. Parents
constantly worry about
what is good for their
children and tend to be
vigilant about what
they introduce their
“Over the next few months I will be
introducing a wider range of soaps from
manufacturers like Faith in Nature. I want
to try and keep the prices as low as
possible, challenging price hikes of some
other companies that charge outrageous
prices for products with exactly the same
ingredients.”
that fluoride treated water can be found
in our taps and many products, it is
always beneficial to find products that
don’t contain it, thus reducing the amount
you digest.”
“One of the typical comments I get about
the toothpaste is that it is weird that it
doesn’t foam up. It really freaks people
children to. Pair this
with some children’s
reluctance to brush or
have their teeth
brushed, Jack’n’Jill
toothpaste flavours,
made with organic,
natural flavours like
strawberry and banana
help make the process
less of a challenge.”

Richard: “Do you offer a special range for
“Come September I am
Richard: “Wow!! I want to try some of
that! Ok, so what hair care products do
you offer and what are their healing
properties?”
children? If so, what are the benefits of
this range for kids?”
David: “Children are a tough one and you
must be extra careful. Most parents are
looking to start a doorto-door
delivery service
in the Valencia area.
People can make
orders for a minimum
Interview by Richard T. Voller.
David: “The Faith in Nature shampoos
and conditioners are a firm favourite.
They come in a range of scents, and each
have their own unique benefits. Seaweed
strengthens the hair, Chocolate helps with
volume, Tea Tree is an antiseptic, great if
you spend a lot of time around children
who are susceptible to lice, as well as
healing the scalp. All of the products have
suggested hair types from dry to normal
to oily but the more profound healing
properties vary with the ingredients, of
course. If you have an issue that you
would like to attend to, I would
recommend doing some research.”
“There are a lot of companies out there
whose products contain ingredients that
promise to heal, revitalise and add
volume to hair. However, these products
can also contain some very damaging
ingredients, both to the individual and the
environment, and over time people
realise the unsustainability of these
“miracle” products.”
justifiably cautious about what products
they feed, and put on to, their kids.
Although I have complete faith in the
products I sell, I would encourage parents
to read the ingredients of all of my
products and ensure they are safe for
their children. I discussed, in depth,
possible implications with the mother of
one of my students. Her 8-year-old son
was having some skin irritations on his
face. After said discussion she bought the
product, Dr Bronner’s 4 in 1 sugar soap,
and I am happy to say that his skin issue
was resolved.”
“The main products that are child
orientated are the Jack n Jill toothbrush
and toothpastes, non scented sugar soap,
and bamboo toothbrushes. All of the
products I sell are safe for children but if
you have any doubts please research or
ask me.
Richard: “How can customers purchase
your products?”
of €20 which I will hand
deliver to them, as well
as bring products that
they may have an
interest in so they may
touch, smell, taste (no,
not taste) them. I am
also hoping to be
working with some
amazing people to
deliver their wares to
people’s doors. These
include Jams, sauces,
jewellery, homemade
soaps, lip balms and
much more. Anyone
interested can go on to
my website and sign
up for the newsletter. I
will also be setting up a
facebook page and
whatsapp group to
give as much
accessibility as possible
to prospective clients
and the producers of
“Next month I am hoping to stock bars of
shampoo as a way to cut down on
plastics. I have been told by many how
amazing they are, and I have no reason to
doubt my sources, but I want to check it
out for myself.”
David: “I currently have a website, all the
contact details are in the advert at the
end of this article, actually you can tap on
it and it will link directly to my website
which has all the info about each
product.”
these fantastic
products.
Richard: “I am curious,
why did you decide to
set up this business?”

Interview by Richard T. Voller.
David: “I have been using Suma and Faith
in Nature products for years. I vividly
remember the ethical shop that I first
discovered Suma soaps. You could buy
four 45g bars of soaps for 4 pounds.
Since then prices have risen but I always
found these products to be quite
affordable, and their mission statement
and quality always made it a worthwhile
purchase for me.”
“At the start of this year I started thinking
about setting up a company. I wanted
something that would be sustainable and
would contribute in some way. I’d thought
about rastros or something to do with
reclamation. I continue to have an idea of
an “English” space, somewhere where
children from low income families could
come and learn English. I looked at
logistics, I wrote to AMPA, but all the
information I received yielded no or costly
results. Finally, I settled on the idea of
creating a company that would try to
make organic products more affordable.”
“Organic, Vegan, Natural, Fair Trade and
Sustainable, to name but a few, have
always been buzz words that have
allowed companies to charge extortionate
prices for their products. It makes no
sense to me, other than greed, to hock a
product with some or all of the qualities
named above, and then charge ridiculous
prices for it. What good are you doing if
only a select few can afford it?”
“I researched the cost of the products here in
Spain and was dismayed at the prices. I knew that
I could do better. Money isn’t the driving force for
me. I want something that is sustainable,
agreeable and affordable.”
Richard: “So I am curious now, just to round
things off, what is your mission?”
David: “My mission, I guess, is to change a
mindset that is prevalent in contemporary society.
People always ask why the price of organic
products is so high, but not a lot of people ask
why the products they buy are so cheap. People
see the prices and don’t look at the ingredients, or
else they choose to ignore them. If I can find a
middle ground where people would be happy to
throw a few extra pennies at quality products
rather than begrudgingly hand over their hard
earned pay, then my mission is accomplished.”

WHEN DOES
COOKING FOOD
BECOME
HEALTHIER FOR
YOUR MIND,
BODY AND SOUL?
An interview with Lia Escrig, macrobiotic teacher and
consultant, a private chef and a yoga teacher.
Whenever I look in the mirror, I am very happy to see what
is staring back at me, even though my hair is grey now. But
as I creep to 50 years old, I do notice that I don’t have as
much energy as I used to have, and the aches and pains last
a bit longer than they used to! So instead of getting into
the comfort zone mentality and thinking that this is normal
for this age, I decided that it’s time for a big lifestyle
change.
At the moment, I am more aware about my health and
what I am eating. I really don’t want to be having too much
caffeine, alcohol, refined sugar, white flour and processed
foods. It doesn’t make me feel good. Now the problem is
that as my life is changing, I don’t know what to eat any
more! My recipes are getting a bit boring and I know that
food is medicine for my body, but I just don’t know how to
prepare it and cook it to have the best results. So instead
of worrying and procrastinating about it, I thought I’d
contact a friend, Lia Escrig is a macrobiotic teacher and
consultant, a private chef and a yoga teacher. I met her
food
matters
through the Warrior Up to Win team a few months ago.
Lia studied at the Kushi Institute in Becket Massachusetts,
USA, and at the IME Institute Macrobiotics in Spain, also
with Simone Kitchen in Amberes, Belgium. She has studied
Dynamic Yoga with Godfrey Devereux and Jose Luis
Cabezas and Hatha Yoga Training in Wild Mountain Yoga,
California.
THE INTERVIEW
Richard: “So today we are going to learn about
Macrobiotics with Lia. Some people are unsure about what
macrobiotics are, so can you explain?”

Lia: “The essence of macrobiotics comes from Japan. It
comes from years of observation within the body and
nature, how it is all connected and there is also a lot of
philosophy behind it too. Macrobiotics means Long and
Stable Life. The knowledge of everything has an effect
on our body and in our minds. When you are more
aware of that, it is easier to choose what feels better for
you. So with macrobiotics, you have more knowledge
about the properties and energy of the food and that
gives you more freedom to choose what is better for
you. It’s important to have as less processed food as
possible. Best to have whole grains, veggies, legumes,
fruits, seeds, nuts and seaweed, pickles, etc.”
Richard: “So what is the focus when people want to eat
healthy food?”
Lia: “The thing is that each person is different, so every
person has to focus on different things, it really depends
on the condition and lifestyle of the person. But the
basis is to eat more whole grains, legumes, and veggies
Lia: “Yes, it helps you to build up your immune system as it
works throughout the whole of your body because everything is
connected.”
and try to eat fewer fats and sugars.”
Richard: “Is this why you are offering this coaching service for
Richard: “So what do you take into consideration when
people in their homes now?”
you teach people about macrobiotics?”
Lia: “Yes, I have different offers, I can cook for them and teach
Lia: “It depends on what the person wants to learn.
Whether people want to know about the practical side
of cooking or whether they want to understand the
methods used as it is a holistic approach to cooking and
taking care of yourself.”
them how to cook and organize the kitchen, to do a special
menu for each person and/or the family. I can also do a coaching
macrobiotic session for what is best and it’s important to know
that I can do this online as well. I also offer yoga and meditation
classes as well.”
Richard: “Can macrobiotic cooking be a medicine for
Richard: “How long does it take in general?”
your body?”

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Lia: “It takes around 2 hours, but it depends on
the requirements of each person.”
Richard: “Can you explain how you teach people
to cook and organise their kitchen?”
Editor’s Note:
I am actually going to try out Lia’s 10 Day macrobiotic programme and
will be writing up my experience in the October issue of Community
Spirit Valencia for anyone who is interested and wants to discover
more.
Lia: “We first do a plan of what you would like to
learn and then I come to your house. During the
cooking lesson I will explain everything about
cooking and the properties of the food, how to
store it and re-use it again. But I can also do this
online via Skype for example.”
Richard: “Can you explain how you teach yoga
and meditation classes?”
Contact Lia:
Mobile: +34 610 38 89 17
Instagram @lia_deliziash
FB: dynamic yoga and macrobiotics with laia
Lia: “I teach dynamic yoga, it’s a method which
was created by Godfrey Devereux. It is that you
flow in movement with your breath. It is a deep
practice which helps you to connect better with
yourself. At the same time it calms you, and
helps you to be more aware.”
Richard: “Can you tell us some more about the
workshops you offer?”
Lia: “I teach workshops in different health food
stores and restaurants, but I can also teach in
people’s homes. I do workshops for individuals
and for groups and you can check on my
Instagram and Facebook accounts for more
information.”
Richard: “So if someone wants to experience
your 10 Day macrobiotic programme, how do
they do that?”
Lia: “Ok, first of we have to meet in-person or it
can be done online, but we have a holistic
Consultation so I can get to know you,
understand your general habits and lifestyle, so I
can help you. I advise that you do it for at least
10 days to feel the benefits.”

El Cabanyal: autopsy of an atypical district
begun to develop its charm and soul: the main streets
This is the story of an unusual district, it is located near
offer an alignment of houses with multicolored facades
the port and the beach of Valencia: the famous
which makes us think of renovated and sometimes
Cabanyal, once a simple fishing village, an ignored
ultra-modern and luxurious interiors… all this 5 minutes
maritime zone, despised by a majority, but which today
from the beach. As a result, new shops and pleasant
takes its revenge with a charismatic, cosmopolitan and
restaurants have also set up, and they also contribute
unusual aspect.
to making it a pleasurable district where life is already
satisfying... And yet a few years ago, El Cabanyal had
A neighborhood without history?
to be largely razed to make some place for the
It should also be said that The Cabanyal has always
extension of Avenida Blasco Ibañez and modern
had a sulphurous reputation... open-air drug
buildings, however they counted on the resistance of
supermarkets of all kinds, squatted in more than
the inhabitants and political opponents, who fought
inhabited, the population who lived there until then
hard to abort this project which was so dear to the
made it a zone of lawlessness where insecurity and
former municipal majority of Rita Barbera.
insalubrity fought to be the most famous… however,
things have changed, time has passed… The cursed
No future?
neighborhood seen by some as decadent is now
But the rebirth of this district remains extremely slow
perceived as a trendy neighborhood, object of
and very limited in the ,number of streets or square
unprecedented real estate speculation.
kilometers because except for these few areas which
have been revamped in recent years (with a clear
Some years ago, a few “guiris” set their sight on a
acceleration for 2 years), some areas are frightening
number of charming houses, which they bought for
because the level of dilapidation and insalubrity,
practically nothing, and since then a few urban
compete with cities of the Third World. This strange
improvement works have been financed and carried
cohabitation leaves the visitor stunned, as he changes
out by the town hall, the neighborhood has really
pavements, he does not only cross the street, but move
to a contrasting ambiance.

As a result, usually streets like Reina, Barraca or Calle
Mediterráneo are the only ones who attract visitors
and where prices are peaking! From single to double or
triple in only 5 years and 90% of these purchases are
made by foreigners, usually French, English, German or
Belgian, who invest, either to have a temporary
accommodation (while renting it via Airbnb to make it
profitable), or to live a peaceful retirement. But the
massive number of foreigners who have the means to
pay without borrowing are seen as a threat for
Valencians who also desire to acquire a property in this
area: if they want to buy a house with a mortgage, for
example at 150 000 euros, the real value of the
property will be estimated by an expert at much less,
80 000 for example, and therefore the credit they will
obtain will often be insufficient for them.
million euros released in 2017 by the Valencia City
Council and the European Union to finance
rehabilitation projects and come to the aid of marginal
families should, therefore, allow hope for improvement.
The Cabanyal as a whole may then become an
enchanting district in which foreign residents,
Valencians and tourists passing by can cohabitate.
written by
L a u r e n c e L e m o i n e
www.valencia-expat-services.com
As for the other part of Cabanyal, also known as
"Zona Cero", those who are audacious and patient are
beginning to take an interest in it: within a few years
these streets should finally be the object of serious
investments in urban development, which are certainly
slow, but which will sooner or later enable this place to
put an end to drugs, squatters and insalubrity. The 30

travel: Car Rentals at Valencia
Airport
Sometimes it can be a real hassle finding the right car rental company
to pick when you arrive in a different country. So rather than you
having to do all the guesswork, we asked a number of different car
rental companies a few questions. In this issue, we put the spotlight
on Europcar.
1. Where are you located?
We are located at Valencia Airport arrivals.
7. What is the minimum age for renting a car from your company?
The minimum age to rent a vehicle is 21 years and more than 1 year with
the driving license. However, drivers under the age of 25 will be charged
a young driver fee.
8. Do you have any special offers on this summer?
We have local promotional rates based on the time, demand and
availability.
2. How do people get to the Car Pickup point? e.g. Is there a shuttle
bus?
The parking is just in front of the terminal.
3. Do your staff speak English?
Our agents speak English, French, Italian, and German.
4. What are your opening and closing times?
We are open from Monday to Saturday from 7:00 am to 24:00 pm and
on Sundays from 8:00 pm to 24:00 pm.
9. What is your deposit policy? And how much refundable deposit do
people have to pay?
Up to compact group, you can make the deposit in cash of 300€ and from
this category, customers must present a valid credit card.
10. Do you have offers for people who want to rent out cars long-term?
Yes we have special rates and promotional offers for long-term rentals
where the customer can choose his agreement duration, without
permanence, 24h/365 days a year road assistance and the mileage and
attributes they need.
5. Do you have a loyalty scheme for regular customers and what are
the benefits?
Our loyalty program, Privilege, rewards customers who usually rent
cars with Europcar. Depending on the frequency of your rentals and
the number of rental days, we have different Privilege levels where
you can receive a 10€ voucher, a free rental weekend or a free car
model upgrade.
6. What is the minimum number of days that a customer can rent a
car for?
The customer can rent a car for days, weeks, months, even years. We
adapt to the customer's needs.
11. Do you have different price ranges for each model or is it fixed?
We have different prices depending on the category, and within the
categories, there are several models.
12. Do you have electric cars in your rental car portfolio?
Yes, we have electric and hybrid vehicles.
13. Do you offer prestigious car rentals?
We have the category of Selection with top brand vehicles with the best
technical features and a personalized attention that once you try it, you
will not want another one.
.
Richard T. Voller
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graduated as a singer
Stephanie
the Art & Entertainment College
from
Amsterdam (known as PACT
in
in 2013.
Amsterdam)
afterwards she started to
Soon
music workshops and
create
parties. As well as giving a
birthday
of workshops at schools and
lot
she was also doing gigs
daycares,
writing songs, but she knew
and
was something missing. And
there
feeling would eventually bring
that
2015, she went to Mallorca where
In
worked as a kids entertainer and
she
decided to come to Valencia and
she
her business ‘Sing & Swing with
setup
which is a perfect
Stephanie’
of making music and
combination
with kids. Community Spirit
working
got to meet up with Stephanie
Valencia
her home in Russafa, to discover more
at
her wonderful project for our next
about
“It was when I was a kids
Stephanie:
working in Mallorca. I had
entertainer
big revelation that I really wanted to
this
working with kids because I
continue
music
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Sing and Swing with Stephanie
interviewed by Richard T. Voller
I had this big revelation that
I really wanted to continue
working with kids because
I really love them.
generation.
THE INTERVIEW
“When did you get a feeling
Richard:
you would love working with kids?”
that
her to Valencia.
absolutely loved it! And from there
really love them.”

Richard: “When did you start Sing & Swing with
“I started in April 2018. I combined
Stephanie:
the things I learned through my experience
all
the past 5 years. Music, dance & English
over
lessons.”
Richard: “Did you do lots of planning to make
“No it just happened. I had made
Stephanie:
contacts with mums on my previous visit
some
this time I just asked around if people might
and
interested in attending classes like this.
be
thought it was very new and liked the
Everyone
so I went ahead and it worked!”
concept,
Richard: “How do the classes work?”
“It’s a group activity. We sing,
Stephanie:
play with musical instruments and play
dance,
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I might wake up in the morning and think that I didn’t feel that well, but when I started to work with the kids I
“Sometimes
feel amazingly good! I got a lot of energy from them and I really enjoyed it! It made me so happy. Then I realised
would
related games, together with the parents. The classes are
music
related to a topic. In this way, kids easily learn English through
always
It strengthens the bond between the parents and the child,and
music.
has a very strong impact on the social/emotional impact of the kids
it
Richard: “At that age they are taking in a lot of information, aren’t
Stephanie: “Yes, exactly! I think up until the age of 3 years old, that is
only three years in your life that you learn the most. That is why I
the
it is best to start my classes as early as possible.”
think
Richard: “How do they respond to you as being a music teacher?”
“It’s very simple. They just start moving or clapping their
Stephanie:
It has a huge impact on them already just by listening. If we do
hands.
like ‘Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes’, then I encourage the
songs
to help their kids by showing them what to do.”
parents
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that I just have to work with kids.”
Stephanie?”
and it really stimulates the musical and linguistic growth.”
they?”
this happen?”
other

"Well, my parents always took
the time to play with us. I went
to a very open-minded school,
they did a lot of creative things.
Actually, I started dancing and
singing when I was three years
old! Almost every week I
wanted to do singing and
dancing and I wanted to be on
the stage! I just loved to express
myself. My parents always
allowed us to do this because
they believed you have to do
what you love!"
STEPHANIE WIENDELS

SWING AND SING WITH
INTERVIEW
STEPHANIE
“I remember a few months ago working with a baby
who was 9 months old. After two classes he started to
clap his hands. Even though it seems like they can’t do
anything, it is not true."
"So it is a group activity, you can either choose to do a
single class but the thing is that the classes are about
teaching the kids English and if you want to learn
something new then you have to repeat it and repeat
it, so it’s best to do the classes all year around.”
Richard: “At what age do kids normally start
speaking?”
Stephanie: “Most children speak their first words
between 10 to 14 months of age. Although they can’t
fully speak a language yet, you can see that they
understand it in their responses to you... For example,
when I say, ‘Can you find the blue shark?’ after a few
classes they can get the blue shark for me, so they can
understand even though they can’t speak yet.”
Richard: “So I am curious, are you mainly teaching
Spanish kids English or are you teaching English kids
English?”
Stephanie: “Most of the parents who are coming are
native English speakers, but it is also a music/dance
class so it is good for the overall development of the
child. And I think that learning has to be fun, it is an
adventure for kids.”
Richard: “Is this how you learned when you were a
kid?”
Stephanie: “Well my parents always took the time to
play with us. I went to a very open-minded school, they
did a lot of creative things. Actually, I started dancing
and singing when I was three years old! Almost every
week I wanted to do singing and dancing and I wanted
to be on the stage! I just loved to express myself. My
parents always allowed us to do this because they
believed you have to do what you love!”
Richard: “It’s funny that there is a theatre school right
next door to where you live here!”
Richard: “OK, so tell me about the ‘Swing’ … what sort of
music do you play for the kids?”
Stephanie: “Basically very popular English songs. There are a
lot of nursery rhymes which are very old fashioned and use
difficult English language so I try to find music which is easier,
like ‘Wheels on the Bus’ or ‘Heads, Shoulders, Knees and
Toes’. Things that I am pretty sure almost everybody knows.”
“The more I repeat tunes and songs, the more it gives the kids
a feeling of safety and comfort as they start to recognize and
remember them. I also use a lot of objects in the classes like
animals, musical instruments, a parachute. Making it visual
really helps with the learning process. So after 3 or 4 weeks, I
do a few new songs and sometimes I repeat other songs
depending on what works for the group.”
Richard: “How long do the courses last for?”
Stephanie: “It is a 45 minute class. If you really enjoy the
classes, then you can join for as many as you want over
however many years you want to attend. I work with themes
and all of the seasons. Also, it doesn’t matter when you join in
because most of the songs are easy, you’ll remember them
pretty quickly.”
Richard: “So how often do you do it in the week?”
Stephanie: “I mostly do it on mornings and afternoons each
week at different locations. The list of the different locations
and days is in the box next to this article.”
Richard: “OK, so how much does it cost?”
Stephanie: “Well you can buy a card for 10 classes and there
is no time limit to it, so you can use it all year around. You can
buy 10 classes for Euro 100, and then if you bring 2 children it
is Euro 70 extra. So if you bring one child it is Euro 100 and if
you bring 2 children it is Euro 170. You get a stamp every
time you join a class, once the card is full you get the next
class for free. And if you bring a new mum and dad to the
class, then you get one class for free as well.”
"Then a single class is Euro 12. It’s very important to reserve
a spot, as I only allow a maximum of 8 kids, I want to give all
the kids the attention they deserve."
Stephanie: “Yes, that is true.”

SWING AND SING WITH
INTERVIEW
STEPHANIE
Richard: “And the parents bring their kids and they are
with them during the class?”
Stephanie: “Yes, that is very important. It is a bonding
experience, it is quality time with their kids. So we do
action songs as well, where the kids have to sit on their
lap or they have to walk around with them and dance.
So it is very important that they are with them,
especially important for the babies!!!”
[That made us laugh]
“Yes, it is a social class. That is why I allow babies from
8 months old to kids that are 4 years old. I believe that
everyone can help each other out. I don’t really believe
in rules about what kids can do at certain ages, I think
that you never know what kids are capable of doing
when you give them lots of love and encouragement."
Richard: “Well I think that it is wonderful that you are
encouraging kids to do this, just imagine what these
kids will achieve when they are older! Can you tell me
what your mission is with this project?”
Stephanie: “My mission is to be able to help kids to
express themselves, and to become beautiful,
confident and authentic people, and to know that they
can achieve anything they want too and that it should
be fun to learn. Yes, help them to have fun while they
are learning, that’s it!”
My contactdetails:
Telephone number: +34 6 52 58 53 15
Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephwiendels
E-mail: stephaniewiendels@gmail.com
You have to reserve a spot by sending me a message on
WhatsApp or by leaving a message on one of the event pages
on Facebook.
AUTUMN SCHEDULE
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TUESDAY AFTERNOONS at
Maui Learning Centre
From 11/9 until 18/12
Time: 17.30 to 18.15
Age: 8 months to 4 year olds + parents
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS at
Imaginocity ☘
From 12/9 until 19/12
Time: 10.00 to 10.45
Age: 8 months to 4 year olds + parents
THURSDAY MORNINGS at
Maui Learning Centre
From 13/9 until 20/12
Time: 10.00 to 10.45
Age: 8 months to 4 year olds + parents
DUTCH CLASS THURSDAY AFTERNOONS
at Maui Learning Centre
From 13/9 until 20/12
Time: 17.45 to 18.30
Age: 8 months to 4 year olds + parents
FRIDAY AFTERNOONS at
Playground Art Center
From 14/9 until 21/12
Time: 17.30 to 18.15
Age: 8 months to 4 year olds + parents
On Monday and Wednesday afternoons, I teach my music
classes to older kids at Maui Learning Centre. This is without
the parents. We rotate every week, so on one day they will
have a music class and on the other day they will have
something different (arts & crafts, experiments, sports etc)
Please contact Lorena if you’re interested in that : +34 622
900 833
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International Health: Diabetes in India Finds a New
Cure that takes Just 3 Days
Exclusive interview with Dr Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury from India
Dr. Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury is causing a storm in
Asia with his out-of-the-box approach for living a
healthier life. He is encouraging people to become
their own doctor and take responsibility for their own
health, simply by changing their mindset and eating a
healthier fruit and vegetable diet, rather than eating
processed foods, meat and dairy products.

Interviewed by Richard T. Voller
He is a globally renowned Indian medical
nutritionist, specialising in a selfdeveloped
method for ‘Diabetes Type I
and Type II cure in 72 hours’ and a
critically acclaimed author of the best
selling book with the same name. He has
also written over 25 books on Memory,
Mind & Body, published in 18 Indian
languages, including Hindi, English,
Marathi, Nepali, Bengali and Telugu. He
has been critically acclaimed for his
pioneering role in exposing the major
medical frauds,and laying bare the
unethical medical practices of leading
cardiologists, physicians, and the corrupt
government agencies complicit from the
profiteering. Widely referred to as the
‘Memory Man,’ Dr. Biswaroop specializes
in memory enhancement techniques and
the science of food as medicine. His
personal interests include medical
nutrition, reversal & cure of lifestyle
diseases including Diabetes Mellitus.
THE INTERVIEW:
Richard: “Why is the allopathy medical
community not focused on curing
diseases?”
Richard: “That is important to understand because people
think that allopathy medicine is designed to help people and
cure them of their illnesses, don’t they?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Yes, but in actual practice, it is just a profit
making business.”
Richard: “So you think people are being lied to basically?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Yes. The important thing to understand here
is that the body of any human being or animal is not designed
for any medicine. When you see the biochemistry of the body,
the liver is designed to stop any kind of chemical. So our body
is not designed for medicine. It has to heal on its own! Don’t
interfere with the body’s mechanism. That’s how I think about
it.”
Richard: “So this is turning the pharmaceutical industry on its
head by saying that we can heal ourselves. So how is the best
way to help the body to heal itself? ”
Dr. Biswaroop: “As we all know, the body has its own immune
system. The immune system recognises the nutrition that goes
into the body in its natural state. So the only thing is eat, get
some sunlight and rest… think positive. The body can do the
work the best in crisis and in normal life also.”
Richard: “What is your mission and intention with your
medical work?”
Dr Biswaroop: “They are a profit making
venture, it is just a business. Business
cannot be done with a healthy person
and it cannot be done with a dead
person. But it can be done with people
who are alive and sick.”
Dr. Biswaroop: “My mission is to encourage everyone to be
their own Doctor. For healing ourselves we should not be
dependant on someone else. We should be our own
mechanic, our own engineer, our own doctor. I believe we can
all have a life journey of at least 100 years on this planet when
we take care of ourselves and become our own doctor. So
think of yourself like a new car we were given at birth, but in
the middle of the journey something happens to it, so we
should have a little bit of knowledge of how to fix it.”

Richard: “So what is your medical
background and experience?”
Dr Biswaroop: “I completed my Post
Graduation in Diabetes Education from
International Diabetes Federation,
Belgium, and got a specialization in
Nutritional China Studies from Cornell
University, USA, and later completed my
Doctorate in Public Health from Vietnam.
But I believe that the most important
qualification is that I have had until now
about 20,000 patients I have seen. That
experience is much more valuable than
those academic qualifications.”
Richard: “Yes I agree, life experience
and healing people is the most
important thing. So can you tell me
about your practice in India?”
Dr Biswaroop: “Yes, this is my office
here about 10 km from New Delhi. We
have a virtual diabetes school, so I don’t
encourage my patients to come and
meet me. I tell them to stay at home
wherever you are and connect with me
through Skype. We monitor the patient,
we prescribe them a diet while they are
staying at their home, they are getting
cured and they are getting off medicine.”
“So we have patients from all over the
world.”
Richard: “And I see that you are doing
events? Can you tell me about what you
do at your events?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Yes, twice a month we have a training
programme for the masses. Where we invite the ordinary
people and I train them how to be their own Doctor. For
example, their temperature is high, their blood sugar is
high, etc, so in those circumstances what are the steps to
take? To relieve yourself from the pain and find a cure.
That is the training we do.”
“I put a video recording in my posts so people can benefit
even if they don’t come to the events.”
Richard: “Ok, so you can help people in Europe then, well,
anywhere with an internet connection?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Yes, and we also have a centre in
Switzerland, in Zurich. So I will be in Zurich on 30th
August this year. I am traveling a lot actually, I will be out
of the country for 15 days!”
Richard: “Why is diabetes such a big problem in India or
in Asia?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “I believe that out of all the medical
conditions, Diabetes is the Number 1 problem. Not only a
health issue, it is also an economic issue, it is a social
issue and it is a political issue. I’ll explain, Diabetes in a
medical term means high sugar in your blood. Diabetes is
not given the status of a disease, it only means high sugar
in your blood. For example, high blood pressure, if I run
right now and you check my blood pressure, it will be 200
x 100. High blood pressure. When your blood sugar is
high, there is a kind of metabolism in your body leading to
that high blood sugar. Even if you have had Diabetes for
the last three decades, within 3 days you can bring the
blood sugar back to a normal rate. It is not a chronic
illness, it is not an illness which you have to live with for
the rest of your life.”

“With some simple changes, you can bring down the
blood sugar within 3 days! You just take out the
excess sugar from the body and you become normal
again, and that is what I teach to my clients. If you
want, in one minute I can teach you as well?”
Richard: “Yes, please!”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Yes, very simple only 2 RULES to
remember!”
“Number 1 - You cannot remain a diabetic patient.”
“Number 2 - If you are already taking some medicine,
within the 3 days you need to taper down the
medicine, taper down the insulin if you don’t do that
your blood sugar will be too low. People may even
die.”
“And there are 3 Steps:
Step 1: Decide to eat only fruits in the morning. Any
fruits that you like, you may want to eat mango,
banana, grapes, apples, oranges. Basically, any fruit
which is locally available.”
“The quantity is very important. 100 grams of all the
kinds of fruits. You must eat 700 grams or more, it is
better if you eat more of course! If you eat less than
700 grams then it is just food for your body, but if it
is more than 700 grams then it becomes medicine
for your body. That’s important to remember.”
“So the more you eat the better your sugar will be
under control. This is something in contrast to what
you have been hearing about diabetes. But the truth
is that blood sugar is controlled by eating a large
number of fruits. So that is Step 1, which means that
until 12 noon you are not allowed to eat anything
else! No tea, no coffee, no noodles, no bread. Just
fruits and fruits!!”
“Step 2 is that when you sit for lunch or when you sit for
dinner, always sit with two plates for you. The first plate
you can have 4 types of vegetables of your own choice
and which you can eat raw. For example, tomato,
cucumber, radish, carrot, etc. The quantity depends upon
your body weight. In my case 70kg x 5 times is 350 grams
or more of raw vegetables.”
“Step 3. Now you have finished the first plate, you can eat
the food on the second plate. That is conventional home
cooked food which you have been eating since your
childhood. Anything, pasta, noodles, rice, bread!”
Richard: “What sort of quantity?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Any quantity you want! But you are only
allowed to eat it once you have finished the first plate.”
Richard: “Gosh that reminds me of being at school again!”
Dr. Biswaroop: “I know what is going on in your mind!
You are thinking that if you eat that much on the first
plate, you won’t be able to eat anything on your second
plate. But the truth is that in the first 3 days you might
feel full by eating plate one, but by the 4th day, the more
you eat on plate one, the more hungry you will feel. Your
appetite will increase. Your metabolism will increase. And
your ability to eat food will also increase. The only rule
that I say is, avoid eating meat and dairy products. So no
milk, no butter, no cheese, no eggs on the second plate.”
“So remember this is the same rule for lunch and dinner.”
“So Step 3 is what not to eat. So that is NO ANIMAL FOOD
and NO BAD FOOD.”
Richard: “Processed food?”

Dr. Biswaroop: “Yes, so if you follow these three
rules, within 3 days your blood sugar is bound to
come down and you have to really taper down the
medication. And remember with this method, you
cannot remain a diabetic patient. This will cure you
very quickly.”
Richard: “That is very good news! So who can
people trust now if their allopathy doctors are not
telling them the truth about these medical conditions
and many other conditions?”
Dr. Biswaroop: “People have to be their own Doctor.
So they survive and live healthily and die healthy.”
Editor’s Note:
When you speak with Dr. Biswaroop and read his
books on Diabetes you can see the vast amount of
research that has gone into his work and you start to
become aware of the major medical frauds going on
in this world. It’s quite shocking really!
Dr. Biswaroop is certainly helping the masses to
become more aware of how the body works and how
we can heal ourselves to lead a happier and healthier
life.
For more information, please visit:
https://biswaroop.com
Richard: “OK, well it’s been wonderful talking with
you and thank you for being so compassionate and
caring about humanity.”
Dr. Biswaroop: “Thank you, Richard.”
Call: 962 324 478
www.ayurvedabybharatnegi.com
Ayurveda Lifestyle By Bharat Negi, C/Salamanca 12
L´Eliana, 46183, Valencia

THE
REAL
MEANING
OF
THE
ZODIAC
IN
MODERN
part two
TIMES

LIFE IS ENERGY. PROCESSES IN NATURE AND ALL PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITIONS OF
ALL
ORGANISMS, INCLUDING HUMANS, ARE BASED ON THE SPECIFIC, UNIQUE INTERPLAY OF THE
LIVING
COMMON ENERGY PATTERNS. IN ASTROLOGY THESE ARE KNOWN AS FIRE, WATER, AIR AND
SAME
EVERYTHING IS MADE OF A MIXTURE (IN DIFFERENT PROPORTIONS) OF ALL FOUR. THE
EARTH.
ARE UNIVERSAL, PRESENT IN ALMOST ANY CULTURE AND TRADITION OF THE PAST, UNDER
SYMBOLS
NAMES AND SOMETIMES WITH SLIGHT MODIFICATIONS, BUT WITH THE SAME BASIC
DIFFERENT
MEANING.
written by radilina shanova
The Zodiac is the embodiment of the principle of energy interaction. It is an imaginary band surrounding our
planet and divided into 12 equal sectors. As the Earth travels on its course around the Sun in a year, it
consecutively reveals to the observer on the surface the 12 sections of space (the Sun from our position on
Earth appears to be located in one of the 12 signs every month, constantly moving to the next, counterclockwise).
The 12 signs are a manifestation of the 4 elements in 3 different styles of action (called MODES).
There are 3 fire, 3 air, 3 earth and 3 water signs, making up a total of 12. In a certain way, we can speak of 3
zodiacs, as the 4-fold pattern which marks the start of each season (spring – Aries, summer – Cancer, fall –
Libra and winter – Capricorn) is repeated twice more during the year in the periods between the Equinoxes and
the Solstices.
The 3 MODES of Energy Expression:
The elements themselves are quite broad categories of 4 general styles of adjustment and perception, but each
of them operates in one of 3 ways as what the Zodiac describes is, in fact, a cyclic process of growth – a new
form is being born, it grows up, matures and dies. Everything has its beginning, mid-period, and end and these 3
life phases require a different mode of activity if the cycle is to follow its natural path and all phases of
transformation it includes. And this cycle may be of the lifetime of any form of organized activity, be it a person
or a business organization. Anything which at some point appears, has its lifespan and then disappears or gets
modified. Thus, we have the MODES:
Cardinal: motion is straightforward – initiates, leads to new territories, expands the field of action
Fixed: motion in a circle – manages, controls and makes productive, sustains and develops over time
Mutable: motion in a spiral – combining the other two, brings change always at a higher level

Psychological Implication of the 4 Elements and the 3 Modes in Astrology
All 4 elements in their 3 modes exist in every person, but everyone is consciously more attuned to some and
less to others. There are also conflicting pairs, as well as mutually supportive, compatible energies. The
combinations are infinite, but the particular one we were born with (reflected in the sum total of factors in
our birth chart), puts a definite stamp on the way we would perceive the world and react on all kinds of life
situations. Our predisposition to one or several will suggest the specific way we feel about ourselves and our
approach to relationships.
Different energy patterns will imply areas of talent and skills, as well as others of struggle and sense of
inadequacy. The elements are thus the very substance of what both the body and mind are made of and the
study of the birth chart can show how we can make the best use of the energies we can tap on while balancing
the expression of those we are not so attuned to. There is a direct parallel between the meaning or the
Zodiac signs in astrology and the archetypes in Carl Jung’s depth psychology. Jung’s division of archetypes
into 4 groups (Intuition, Feeling, Sensation, and Thinking) also links to the characteristics of the 4 Elements.
The Element Fire – INTUITION
Masculine, active, assertive energy, characterized by spontaneity and vitality. It dwells in the world of
imagination and abstract future-oriented action. Fire can be speculative, gambling, unstable and capricious,
often highly detached from the material world and its demands. Living in a state of constant expectancy of
the next step on the road, bound by the need for constant motion and expansion. The whim of the moment
can push it in ever new directions, making it unreliable, but never boring.
The Element Water – FEELING
Feminine, passive, receptive energy, seeking to flow and merge. For all 3 signs, interpersonal relationships
are of major importance. Perception of life can be very subjective and judgment is often made on the basis of
how something or someone makes them FEEL. Water is emotional, subconscious and highly perceptive of
other people’s moods, also deeply sensitive and compassionate. Due to its dependence on intensive and
positive human contact, it can be clingy, fluctuating and unpredictable.
The Element Air – THINKING
Masculine, dynamic, mental energy, probing into the mechanisms of the intellect and operating through logic,
set frameworks and abstract ideas. Air signs work with information, exchange of thoughts and constant
communication are vital needs for them. It is the most human of all elements and the one associated with
reason and objectivity, often at the expense of the feeling function which here is very weak and difficult to
connect with.
The Element Earth – SENSATION
Feminine, grounded, practical and very physical. Earth lives in the world of material objects and tangible
reality. Only what can be perceived through the senses is regarded to be factual and worth accounting for.
Stable, reliable, sustaining and predictable, but often stubborn, slow to change and stuck in repeating
obsolete patterns. Can become depressive and cynical due to lack of positive intuition.

ARIES (CARDINAL FIRE) – its goal is to become more courageous and to strengthen his/her will, fighting battles of
all sorts under pressure from external forces. Moving forward into a new territory where it’s scary, unfamiliar and
risky and doing that in spite of fear. Being motivated to act with initiative and trust in the positive outcome of
future endeavors. Aims to put the past behind its back.
TAURUS (FIXED EARTH) – stabilization of the uncontrolled conquering impulse by demanding practical and
material realization of the new ideas, so a process of efficiency and productivity can be achieved. Utilizing
resources so they lead to some form of harvest at a later stage. Sustained labour for the sake of a tangible result
which is then to be used as a building block for personality.
GEMINI (MUTABLE AIR) – expansion of the personal sphere of operation and mobilizing of a new type of
resource – a wide field of contacts and information exchange. On a mission to gather as many details about the
immediate environment as possible and include them in his/her arsenal, so a sense of order in the mind is
eventually achieved. Through mental perception and adaptation, one seeks orientation and classification.
CANCER (CARDINAL WATER) – how I feel about myself and those closest to me, this question needs to find a
definite answer through painful soul-searching in conditions of great vulnerability. Personality tries to define its
roots and boundaries, so it can withstand the test of meeting the outer world with an open heart. A new direction
is again set, but this time leading inward to the depths of the psyche and the hidden world of the unconscious
which is to guide the way forward.
LEO (FIXED FIRE)– here fire is active, expressive, seeking a demonstration of its core energy in palpable,
registrable terms. Generosity and grandiose gestures need to receive adequate feedback. Talent and achievement
are to be appreciated and allowed to impress upon the environment and especially on other people. Fire needs to
be given a field to build and create with its own means.

VIRGO (MUTABLE EARTH) – corrections and re-evaluations have to be made to regulate the urge for expansion
and these stem from a sense of failure and inadequacy. Something in the process of materialization of the personal
potential has not worked out and there must now be a pause for reflection and then humble choice of a new
direction, implying discipline, learning from superiors and a readiness to take a new road beyond the individual
ego and towards equal relating.
LIBRA (CARDINAL AIR) – joining hands with others for the sake of the common good becomes a defined goal
which needs to be put to practice. Entering into relationships follows a compulsive feeling of it being the only
positive next step, as difficult as it may feel. The future is in mutual interrelatedness and air need to permeate
through all walls so far dividing people and force them to connect despite differences. And that is to be achieved
through air means – words in dialogue.
SCORPIO (FIXED WATER) – the dangerous journey into merging with another, especially the mate, has already
been taken. Now there must be and will result, positive and negative. The union will produce a new strength for
the parties or will shake them down to their roots if they are not prepared to work for a balanced union with all
compromises and sacrifices that it entails.
SAGITTARIUS (MUTABLE FIRE) – for change to be brought and for it to be effective and ubiquitous, the sphere of
operation has to be expanded in large scale, reaching out to foreign cultures, exotic concepts, philosophical ideas.
A dream for something larger than the individual person’s aspirations needs to be born and offered out as a
solution to the need of whole groups to move on to the next level and live together in harmony.
CAPRICORN (CARDINAL EARTH) – provided all previous levels have been passed successfully, the accumulated
resources and experiences would eventually crystallize and form a stable structure, a universal system of
organization which now sets the tone for the life of whole groups and societies. What has been built must be
preserved and for that to happen, a strong, resilient container should be used in the form of institutions of
authority and large managerial systems.
AQUARIUS (FIXED AIR) – the structure of the massive ‘house’ build by this point is now under review for design
imperfections, the proper functionality of services, quality of life of the people occupying it. These are all being
reassessed. Great scrutiny of the intellect is used to estimate the value of the building and if found defective, to
trigger quick reform and alterations. And even the most solid of structures gets old and derelict under the
pressure of time, calling for total renovation or demolition.
PISCES (MUTABLE WATER) – death or rebirth, only two options for change at the end of the cycle exist. It is now
important to SENSE which parts of the old are worth preserving and which ones must definitely be relinquished
without sentiment or regret. Only the essence must remain if the old house’s foundations are to be used to build a
new future in the next cycle of life.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT VALENCIA
Off-Grid Retreat for Sale

KNOWN AS HAPI ZEN BASED NEAR VALENICA
FORMERLY
PRICE: ERO 49,500 (OFFER WELCOME)
SALE
decided to sell my cozy 'off grid' cottage located on
I've
acre of land with stunning views of the mountains. It is
one
by fields of olive and almond trees as far as
surrounded
eye can see.
the
minutes drive from Chullila, famous for rock climbing,
10
just 40 mins drive from the city of Valencia, the
and
and the airport. 5 minutes drive to Villar del
beaches,
which has a supermarket, and all other essential
Arzobispo
for a couple who want to build a Retreat or would
Ideal
to pursue an off-grid grow your own lifestyle. It offers
like
cottage was built in 1962 and is 115m2 with two fairly
The
bedrooms (one looking out onto stunning views of
large
surrounding valley). There is a shower room with a sink,
the
a small connecting passageway. The main room is
with
is a small kitchen area off the main room. There is
There
porch at the front of the house with stunning views and
a
outside dining area at the back. There is also an
an
covered roof area at the back of the house,
outdoor
could be converted to make the house twice as
which
The walls are open, I use it for extra storage
large.
is plumbing running through the house for hot and
There
water to the toilet and shower room, and the
cold
There is a water deposit under the house which
kitchen.
rainwater from the roof or it can be filled by
collects
There are 4 solar pannels cemented to the roof
delivery.
an industrial professionally fitted battery and
and
land is approx 5,000 m2 and is on several terraces
The
flat land making it ideal for Retreat purposes. The
with
motorway passes by and there is also a cycle
CV-35
route.
are welcome, please contact Richard Voller for
Offers
info on: WhatApp 00 34 602.564.973 or email
more
I D E A L F O R R E T R E A T
HOUSE FOR SALE
amenities.
space.
converter which supply the house with free electricity.
total privacy, peace, and quietness of nature.
richard.voller @gmail.com
also living room and dinning room, with a wood burner.
Below is a photo gallery slideshow showing the property and the views.
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