Tante Marie Cookery School

Overseas Scholarship Scheme ( great news and opportunities for Yacht Chefs)

Tante Marie School of Cookery is pleased to announce the availability of a number of worldwide scholarships open to prospective overseas students wishing to attend the School’s Cordon Bleu Diploma Courses. The number and value of the scholarships shall be at the discretion of the Board of Tante Marie but scholarships will normally result in a discount of anything between 5% and 20% on Tante Marie’s published fees for the Cordon Bleu Diploma or Intensive Diploma Course. Students will be expected to pay for their own travel and living expenses whilst studying at Tante Marie.

The Board may in its absolute discretion decline to award any scholarships unless it receives applications that it considers to be of sufficient merit. The decision of the Board in respect of the award of scholarships as notified by the Principal of Tante Marie will be final. The Board reserves the right not to consider scholarship applications which are received after a student has enrolled on a particular course.

The scholarships are open to all prospective overseas students (nationals of, or persons permanently resident in, an overseas country including the United Kingdom’s Overseas Territories) or overseas students studying in the UK at the time of application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring they will be able to comply with any UK immigration requirements.

Applicants for scholarships, who should have attained at least 16 years of age on commencement of their chosen course dates (there is no upper age limit), should submit by the following dates relevant to each course.

There are no more scholarship places available for the April 2011 course.
For September 2011 submit by: 1st July 2011
For January 2012 submit by 1st October 2011

(1) An essay in English of no more than 1000 words written by them entitled ‘What a Cordon Bleu Diploma from Tante Marie will mean for my future’.
(2) The candidate’s curriculum vitae.
(3) A written reference in English (or English translation) of no more than 200 words from a teacher, employer or other similar person (who should state their relationship to the candidate).

Contact details of applicants must include at least one of: post, fax or e-mail. Applications will not be judged by the quality of the written English, but the Board will take into account the candidate’s curriculum vitae, the written reference and the reasons candidates give in their essays for wishing to pursue the course.

Applications should be sent by post, fax or e-mail to:

The Principal
The Tante Marie School of Cookery
Carlton Road
WOKING
Surrey
GU21 4HF
England

Fax: +44 1483 724173 E-mail: info@tantemarie.co.uk

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Antibes Yacht Show 2011

Antibes Yacht Show’s organisers are very satisfied with their fifth year.

If the show is a barometer for the rest of the season as many say, then we can be looking forward to a great season in the yachting industry.

Amongst the 150 yachts and the 180 exhibitors the visitors were happy with the variety that was displayed at the show.

Charters were booked and smaller yachts (20 meters) were sold. The larger yachts remain Antibes’ forte, as several (from 37-43m yachts) received offers and several brokers informed us they had very interesting contacts.

The exhibition seemed bigger with the 2 new marquees replacing the previous small tents villages. The growing visitors (13 000 this year) were pleased with the new structures which gave shade and coolness in the hot spring sun that shone for the 4 days.

It also allowed the organisers to regroup all of the equipment and interior decoration exhibitors in a new ‘refit area’.

The new ‘Crew Lounge’ sponsored by Bluewater Yachting was the most ‘fun and creative corner of the show’; a little haven for all crew visiting the show who enjoyed many activities from an intense chef competition to a very entertaining kayak race.

The ‘Happy Hours’ and the live band in the evening raised the level to an enthusiastic party.

Just above, the BastionSt Jaume, the Captains’ Lounge, was just as crowded. As the Captains got pampered they discovered the progress of the Montenegro Marina on their very impressive model and were also informed on pension plan with DeVere Group.

Riviera Yacht Support who organises the charity golf every year, chose not to give to the usual school (Montessory), but decided to contribute to the Red Cross Japenese Tsunami’s victims fund instead. Their noble gesture will increase the funds of some six hundred euros.

This year, the inauguration presided as usual by the M. Leonetti, Mayor of Antibes, honoured M. Camille Rayon (Antibes Yacht Show’s honorary president from 2007). At the eve of revealing the model presenting the extension of the IYCA, the officials decided to rename “Le Quai des Milliardaires” to “Quai Camille Rayon.” A justified gesture as M. Rayon is the creator of the IYCA.

Antibes Yacht Show is also keeping up with today’s technology. Visitors could access the Wi-Fi for a few hours daily at no cost, thanks to the Show’s internet partner GMC/Seas. For the first time the exhibitors had a Wi-Fi connection that really worked.

With so much business done early in the season Antibes Yacht Show, reinforces its place as the show to be in the spring in the Mediterranean area.

Super yachts and cars come together in Dubai at the latest show

Super yachts and cars come together for a memorable international yacht show in Dubai

So the Dubai International Boat Show is over for another year. Despite talk of reduced visitor numbers for 2011, the vibe around the yacht marina at Mina Seyahi seemed as upbeat as ever at this perennial superyacht favourite.

New market opportunities in the world’s biggest super yacht market

Early signs were that families visited in unprecedented numbers this time – not just for a great day out but as serious potential buyers of yachts in the Dhs 150,000–200,000 range. Does this reflect the increasing affordability of smaller yachts in a market traditionally associated with ownership of one in three of the world’s superyachts. We think so.

Renewed optimism in Middle East super yachting

On the subject of top of the range yachts, the show featured more than 10 world launches, over 40 premieres and more than 400 vessels on display at the Dubai International Marine Club. And as reported elsewhere on the SuperYachts Directory news pages, we were delighted to learn that Sunseeker sold one of its blue-water-ready 40 Metre Yachts to a local buyer. It’s facts like this that reflect the return of consumer confidence reported by Trixi Loh, VP-Exhibitions, Dubai World Trade Centre, during a pre-show broadcast for AMEinfo.com.

Super car design meets super yachts in more ways than one

Whilst our main focus is on super yachts, we were impressed by the organisers’ decision to create the new Supercar Promenade this year. Along with the enlarged Super Yacht Boulevard this decision speaks further supports the confidence of the show’s organisers. Our favourite car? It has to be a toss up between the 6.3-itre Brabus 800 and Hamman’s striking yellow and black Mercedes coupe.

We were also wowed by the ‘supercar looks’ of Danish Yachts’ AeroSpeed Yacht tender. Currently at concept stage, the SuperYachts Directory understands that this new Rainsford Mann design will go into production soon. It’s stunningly beautiful.

We’re already looking forward to the 20^th Dubai yacht show…

So, as the sun set on Dubai at the end of the show, Sunseeker sales, breathtaking super yacht designs, new market opportunities in the Middle East and growing optimism made this an event to remember. We can’t wait until next year and the excitement that will inevitably surround the 20th Dubai show.

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At least one 40m Sunseeker sold at last week’s Dubai International Boat Show

The SuperYachts Directory team was pleased to see that UK-based Sunseeker sold one of its flagship 40-metre super yachts to a Middle East buyer at last week’s Dubai International Boat Show, held at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi.

According to Sunseeker, the 40 Metre Yacht, which debuted at the PSP Southampton Boat Show in 2010, has been specifically designed for extended cruising. Anyone who recalls the impact Tanvas had at Southampton will understand its appeal.

RINA Unrestricted for blue water superyacht cruising

With its ‘sculptural side profile’ and ‘gentle cascade aft of the tri-deck design’ this super yacht has been designed and built for blue water cruising. As a logical development of Sunseeker’s popular 37 Metre Yacht, the vessel combines the best of the smaller boats with balconies and more exterior deck space for up to 12 guests and seven crew.

 

Checking the spec reveals 26-knot capability and up to 1500 nautical miles’ range – pretty much Greece to Gibraltar without refuelling. We also understand that as well as being constructed to RINA Pleasure and optional RINA Charter/MCA LY2 Unrestricted codes, this super yacht falls conveniently within the critical 350 gross tonne volume threshold – an important consideration for charterers.

Palatial super yacht style

Quite rightly, Sunseeker use the term palatial to describe their 40m superyacht. As at Southampton, we were impressed by its accommodation and the clever layout that allows crew to move discreetly about the boat. And of course, that lucky buyer will enjoy a huge choice of cabin configurations and optional extras.

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For more information:

Sunseeker International Limited

Sunseeker House

West Quay Road

Poole

Dorset BH15 1JD

United Kingdom

 

Drink and Drugs on Super Yachts don't mix !

That's the clear message from one of our official sponsors Concateno, for help resolving or just checking whether you have a problem on board contact them for assistance.

http://www.concateno.com/divisions/maritime/

Concateno is Europe’s largest drug testing company, with a division dedicated to helping the maritime industry manage the impact of drugs and alcohol. Our long association with the maritime sector means we are internationally recognised for providing professional expertise and quality services. 

Drugs can stop you in your tracks, if port authorities find them onboard. They can damage the health of crew members. Crew members under the influence can damage people and property. All of these risk damaging your reputation.

Concateno recognises the complexity and consequences of introducing a drug and alcohol policy.  Our services are customised to meet your particular needs.

Concateno can:

·                Help you develop a comprehensive and coherent policy on drug and alcohol issues.

·                Train key personnel in the management of drug and alcohol problems

·                Provide general education resources for all crew members so that they understand the ways in which drugs and alcohol affect their work performance.

·                Equip you with drug detection tools to identify if drugs are being used or carried on board

·                Provide a range of services associated with legally defensible drug testing programmes:

-      Breath testing for alcohol

-      Drug test specimen collection service, including fast response after incidents

-      Laboratory confirmation analysis for drugs of abuse

-      Medical review of laboratory results to eliminate medication as a cause

Our collection network is unique in its worldwide coverage. With the experience of 7,000 site visits each year, the shared knowledge of our international collecting officers results in a highly professional but friendly approach. The collecting officers understand the need to reassure the people being tested, and to minimise the disruption to your working environment.


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Antibes. Lets party !!!!

OK Lets get this party started in Antibes......The start of the season is now with us shortly and of course where better to get the best view than Antibes... If your lucky enough to get invited to some parties then go along and join in, go easy on the Don Perignon.. ohh the joys of working on board, how we miss the Antibes scene here at the Super Yachts Directory.. Enjoy and have a safe and good season ahead  http://bit.ly/h9kv14

PS Hi to Kath at Summit down there in Monaco and to Alison and Yorky in PYA hope to see you there and keep arranging those lush Golf Tournaments.Love the dog by the way !!

Antibes Yacht Show has announced that MYBA is partnering up for this years event from April 7 - 10, 2011 at the Port Vauban.

Latest news up-dates from Veedon Fleece Rug Collection.

VEEDON FLEECE COLLECTION 2011
Launched at Decorex International

London, 2010

For 2010/2011 Veedon Fleece has created four new carpet designs inspired by great works from the past three centuries; each with regard for the 21^st Century interior.

Sun King 

The original influence inspired by an 18^th Century cabinet designed by Philippe Montigny, which now resides in The Getty Museum.  Here restricted to three distinct colours, giving the finished carpet the depth and gravitas that its final placement demands. 

Woven in 100% luxurious silk.  400cm by 280cm

Old English  Soho

Imagine in the early 18^th Century the delight in the exquisite colour of elegant but opulent Soho tapestries woven in London.  This particular carpet pays homage to the original, which is believed to have been woven circa 1730.    It is thanks to our brilliant veedon yarns that we are now able to capture not only the exquisite balance, but jewel like character of this highly prized treasure from a world full of both the confidence and trepidations of today.  Woven in subtle veedon yarn.    420cm by 350cm

Josephine

This Damask, reminiscent of the great French Empire, is a more feminine design than our much admired and versatile classical damask design. 

We have created two different variations of this beautiful design; one in pure silk, with an expanded number of colours which is closer to the antique; the bi coloured version woven in soft green and subtle sea blue looks strikingly contemporary and will add a touch of timeless elegance to any room.

Woven in veedon and silk and all silk.  300cm by 240cm and 200cm by 150cm

Ruffled Feathers by Wendy Bray

A 20^th Century British design.  Feathers are extremely difficult to portray in this sort of diffused way but it is only by twisting and perhaps ruffling these delicate forms that the sort of movement that makes a good carpet great, can be evolved.  The eye is encouraged to dance around the carpet uniting any room in colour and form, making this bold, but joyous design, an easy delight for almost any interior. 

Woven in veedon. 280cm by 180cm

Working with architects and designers on a purely bespoke basis for residential and commercial interiors, every Veedon Fleece commission is made exclusively to client specification using muga, pashmina, silk, veedon and best hand spun Tibetan wool.

Choose from Veedon Fleece’s extensive archive collection of classical and contemporary designs or provide us with your design interpretation. 

For further enquiries contact Clare Gilchrist:   veedon@veedonfleece.com 

00 44 (0) 1483 575758 UK

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