Island Life Magazine Ltd February/March 2008 | Page 5

The Editor In this Issue we are privileged to meet some personalities: fascinating a judge, a business woman, an artist and a rock musician, whose stories are not to be missed. But while celebrating the lives of some of the sons and daughters of the Isle, we note 31 72 the tragic and untimely passing of Bjorn Johansson, boat designer, who we featured in the last magazine. We also have a look at some of our traditions such as the Gilten market, and aspects of our infrastructure we take for granted, like our railways, lighthouses, steamboats – until 62 102 45 they disappear. And, in this freshly re-designed Issue, we have a quiet word with a quiet chef. 54 Bulls’ Eye: James Kerr looks at the Island’s archery scene 95 Monthly Flavours: In season food - plus an interview Contact Island Life: Island Life Magazine 58 Countryside: Tony Ridd has his usual round-up including The Changing Face of the Countryside P.62 The Gilton Market goes back to the 1860's, June Elford (our resident Mrs Marple) investigates. 68 Alan Titchmarsh: This issue Alan looks at the history of lady gardeners 72 IW Hunt New Years Day The New Years Day hunt has been a tradition for many years - June Elford reports. 79 Fashion, Health & Beauty: Orchard’s Dr Maire Rhatigan answers some frequently asked questions 89 Food & Drink: We take a look at the latest gossip within the island food industry. 91 The Recipe: A quick guide to making a delicious Spaghetti Bolognaise using local produce Island Life - www.isleofwight.net 97 Wine Cellar 66 Victoria Avenue, Shanklin Matt Bowman from Eurovines brings you four great wines Isle of Wight, PO37 6LY 101 The Food Interview: Mobile: [phone] Ganders’ shy chef Ian Cowcher likes his food to speak for itself 102 Dragons roar in Bembridge: Tel: [phone] [email protected] Editor: Martin Potter Photography: Martin Potter China China's new restaurant opens its doors. Feature Writers: 108 Motoring: Roz Whistance, Tony Toyota Auris, Mazda 6, Citroen C1, and the new Skoda Fabia Estate test the Island’s roads Kerr, Terence Willey, June Tim Stockdale, Alan Titchmarsh, Andrew Turner, Ridd, Philip Hoare, James Elford, Mark Young. Sales: 110 Business: Here we profile a selection of Island businesses including the Matt & Paul Studio, Doris Pinks the florist, Mrs Brown’s the housekeeping service, the Isle of Wight Pilates Centre and Master Upholsterers Lisa Burtenshaw 0797 4255726 Distribution: Tanya Potter - 0781 5286773 Front Cover: Steephill Cove - Martin Potter 5