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Jean-Georges Vongerichten Opens Singapore Restaurant at COMO Dempsey
One of New York's most celebrated chefs, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, opens The Dempsey Cookhouse & Bar at COMO Dempsey on March 3rd 2017.
Inspired by Dempsey Hill's natural surroundings and Singapore's multi-cultural and cosmopolitan background, chef Jean-Georges has created an effortlessly elegant restaurant, his first in Southeast Asia.
Designed by renowned architect and designer, Paola Navone, signature elements like an open kitchen elevates the cooking process into performance art, while communal dining makes the experience more familial and relaxed.
The casual but refined 5,845-sq ft restaurant-and-bar has a seating capacity of 160, including two private rooms and an outdoor terrace that can accommodate up to 24 and 32 guests, respectively.
Diners can expect his indulgent signatures such as the Egg Caviar (previous photo) and the Black Truffle and Fontina Pizza (above).
You'll also find unique cocktails and specialty concoctions inspired by Asian flavours complementing the contemporary menu.
Said Chef Jean-Georges of the new restaurant: "Singapore's modern appeal and burgeoning culinary scene is a dream for many top chefs, and I'm excited to open The Dempsey Cookhouse & Bar amidst this vibrant dining landscape. Our specially curated menu showcases the culinary innovations and refined style that runs deep within the DNA of every Jean-Georges restaurant. We hope that every guest can taste the passion that is infused in every morsel."
THE DEMPSEY COOKHOUSE & BAR
Block 17D Dempsey Road
Email: thedempseyres@comodempsey.sg
Lunch (available from end March)
Monday – Sunday
12.00pm – 2.30pm
Friday, Saturday, Eve of Public Holidays and Public Holidays
6.00pm – 10.30pm
5.00pm – 12.00am
All photos courtesy of COMO Dempsey
Posted 28 February No comments
The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck Opens at Changi Airport Terminal 3
The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck has opened at Singapore Changi Airport, Terminal 3 (T3). This is Wolfgang Puck's first premium casual offering here and it joins his fine-dining operations Spago and one-Michelin star CUT, both at Marina Bay Sands.
Trafalgar Survey: Most Popular 2017 Long-Haul Holidays for Singaporeans
Can you guess which long-haul destination Singaporeans are leaning towards in 2017?
Scandinavia came out tops as the most favoured European region, and Ireland is the favourite European country Singaporeans want to visit. Iceland and Finland were a close second and third. Iceland, I can imagine, is extra popular because they say the Northern Lights are dimming for a decade soon (greatly exaggerated though).
Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2017: Restaurant ANDRE and 8 Other Singapore Winners
Restaurant ANDRE won the #2 spot in the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants award ceremony that took place on February 21, 2017 in Bangkok, Thailand. It climbed up from 3rd place in 2016, and was also named The Best Restaurant in Singapore, a title it's held since the awards began in 2013.
Singapore saw nine restaurants placed on the annual awards created from the votes of the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants Academy.
Odette by Julien Royer jumped right in to #9 and won Highest New Entry Award. All other restaurants saw their rankings slip though.
Here is the full listing, with Singapore entries highlighted in red text.
#50: Takazawa (Tokyo)
#49: Nihonbashi (Colombo)
#48: Fu He Hui (Shanghai)
#47: The Chairman (Hong Kong)
#46: Wasabi by Morimoto (Mumbai)
#45: Ronin (Hong Kong)
#44: Shinji By Kanesaka (Singapore)
#43: Mume (Taipei)
#42: Jaan (Singapore)
#41: L'atelier de Joël Robuchon (Hong Kong)
#40: L'atelier de Joël Robuchon (Bangkok, Thailand)
#39: The Tasting Room By Galliot (Macau)
#38: La Yeon (Seoul)
#37: Le Du (Bangkok)
#36: The House on Sathorn (Bangkok)
#35: Gallery Vask (Manila), also Best Restaurant in the Philippines
#34: Hajime (Osaka)
#33: Ta Vie (Hong Kong)
#32: Jade Dragon (Macau)
#31: Eat Me (Bangkok)
#30: Indian Accent (New Delhi), also Best Restaurant in India
#29: Ministry of Crab (Colombo) also Best Restaurant in Sri Lanka
#28: Le Mout (Taichung)
#27: Tippling Club (Singapore)
#26: Sushi Saito (Tokyo)
#25: Jungsik (Seoul)
#24: Raw (Taipei) also Best Restaurant in Taiwan
#23: Corner House (Singapore)
#22: Locavore (Bali), also winner of the Highest Climber Award and Best Restaurant in Indonesia
#21: Issaya Siamese Club (Bangkok)
#20: Waku Ghin (Singapore)
#19: Bo.lan (Bangkok)
#18: Quintessence (Tokyo)
#17: Lung King Heen (Hong Kong)
#16: Les Amis (Singapore)
#15: Mingles (Seoul), also Best Restaurant in Korea
#14: Florilege (Tokyo)
#13: Suhring (Bangkok)
#12: L'Effervescence (Tokyo)
#11: Den (Tokyo), also winner of The Art Of Hospitality Award
#10: Burnt Ends (Singapore)
#9: Odette (Singapore), also winner of the Highest New Entry Award
#8: Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet (Shanghai)
#7: Nihonryori RyuGin (Tokyo)
#6: Narisawa (Tokyo), also Best Restaurant in Japan
#5: Nahm (Bangkok)
#4: 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana (Hong Kong)
#3: Amber (Hong Kong), also Best Restaurant in China
#2: Restaurant André (Singapore), also Best Restaurant in Singapore
#1: Gaggan (Bangkok), also Best Restaurant in Thailand
It's more or less musical chairs with the same names each year with a few new entries. People often debate whether these are over-rated, and if some other deserving names ought to have a place in this list. Well, no matter, you know the best vote is with your wallet.
Photo courtesy of Restaurant ANDRE
Bintan Lagoon Resort: What's New, Plus FightShape with Mitch Chilson
Bintan Lagoon Resort has undergone some refurbishment in 2016, so there are new things afoot at this resort that's been a favourite of many Singaporeans. I still remember the last time they upgraded the facilities and added the direct ferry terminal (super convenient).
Renga-Ya: Good Value Japanese BBQ and Steak at CHIJMES
Which do you like better? Sizzling yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) or a good slab of steak? Well, actually, the way of grilling matters less than the quality of the meat. Renga-Ya at CHIJMES offers both styles of cooking in one place, with prime wagyu from Hokkaido and Kagoshima, Japan.
5 Catering Services for Your Home or Office Party
The catering scene in Singapore has become much more varied and sophisticated. There are companies doing well with local and fusion food. Their marketing clout may not match the big names in the industry but they could be better value for money and just as reliable for home and office events. These five catering services have done it all, big and small. They also deliver islandwide.
Here they are in alphabetical order:
CHILLI API
Contact: 6246-0163
Website: chilliapi.com.sg
Chilli Api specialises in Peranakan cuisine but also offer international dishes. Signature dishes include Kampong Fried Mee Siam, Curry Chicken, Ayam Buah Keluak, Ikan Assam Pedas, Itek Sio (Nonya Braised Duck), BBQ Mackerel Otak. Nonya Chap Chye and Bo Bo Cha Cha. They can cater for corporate, government and household events, including wedding packages, baby showers, birthdays and festive celebrations such as Christmas and Chinese New Year.
Budget range:
S$12.50 - S$28 for lunch and dinner
S$13 - S$18 for tea-reception
Halal/vegetarian options: Yes, including vegetarian and healthier meal bentos
Delivery charges: depending on location and complexity
Normal Buffet from S$45 – S$60.
Bento Set and mini buffet from S$25 – S$35.
Advance notice for orders: 5 working days. For festive period 1 week notice is preferred.
EATZ CATERING SERVICES
Contact: 9857-9292 (Ms Tan)
Website: www.eatzcatering.com
Eatz's Catering forte is in Fusion Asian and International Buffets. They're also experienced in doing lavish weddings of up to 2,500 guests in churches and corporate events. Their children's parties even feature specially-lowered buffet tables for the younger ones for them to indulge on the food!
Their popular dishes include Traditional Mee Siam (which have many of their regulars coming back for more over many years!) and their Curry Chicken. As an end-to-end service provider, Eatz is able to plan events from scratch and menus based on dietary requirements to fit client budgets.
Eatz operations and vehicle fleet is robust and strong therefore you can rely on them to do urgent last minute events up to 500 guests in just 3 hours! (subjected to availability of raw materials, and operational limitations)
Budget range: S$3 to S$48 guests
Halal/Vegetarian options: Yes, Halal certified since 2004, including vegetarian bentos
Basic 1-way deliveries (bentos, mini buffets, etc): S$25 per location
Buffets 2-way deliveries: S$45 per location
Seminar Packages: from S$65 onwards
Additional surcharges apply for areas like Sentosa, Jurong Islands, Tuas districts and CBD Area
Advance notice for orders: 3 working days typically.
FOSTRE CATERING
Website: www.fostre.com.sg
Fostre started out doing halal institutional catering. They have expanded their service repertoire to include corporate events, seminars, weddings and children's parties. Canapes are their strong suit, and they also provide lacquer box meals and thematic setup for kids' parties.
Budget range: S$15 per pax and above
Halal/vegetarian options: Yes
Delivery islandwide: Yes
Delivery charges: S$45
Advance notice for orders: 3 working days
HOW'S CATERING
Website: www.howscatering.com.sg
How's specialises in weddings, children's parties and theme parties. Signature dishes include Nonya Laksa, Fusion Pie Tee, Teochew Braised Duck. Their bestselling packages are their International Buffet D (S$18 per pax) and the Baby Full Month (S$12.80 per pax). They take pride in customising according to client needs, and going the extra mile.
S$11 per pax and above for buffets
S$13.80 per pax and above for weddings
Delivery charges: S$40 for buffets and S$30 for drop-off menus. Free delivery for orders S$600 and above
Advance notice for orders: 5 working days for normal catering and 14 days for thematic catering
MUM'S KITCHEN CATERING
Website: www.mumskitchen.com.sg
Mum's Kitchen started way back in 1996. Today they are a full-service caterer for private parties, banquet events, weddings, buffets, cocktails and corporate functions. Besides Western, International and Asian cuisines, they can customise menus for special occasion if required. You can also rent tables and chair, chefs on site, uniform service staff, crockery, glassware for your event's needs.
S$11.50 per pax and above
Delivery charges: S$50 (S$53.30 with GST)
Many thanks to the five caterers for the information and photographs, and making this piece possible.
Oh, what a gorgeous grilled fish topped with dried red chillies and aromatics!
Riverside Grilled Fish 江边城外 at Raffles City is another of my favourite discoveries of last year. It serves Chong Qing-styled grilled whole fishes served with a variety of sauces - a concept the founders discovered quite by accident while pouring mala sauce onto grilled fish. The restaurant chain has 54 outlets in 12 cities in China, and we are fortunate to have its first overseas outlet in Singapore.
You get to pair the signature whole grilled fish – Red Tilapia (S$35.00), Sea Bass (S$35.00), Black Promfret (S$38.00) or Garoupa (S$42.00) – with any of the eight accompanying sauces.
Their 香辣味 Signature Fragrant Spicy Sauce (above) looks killer but it's actually not THAT spicy. I believe the dishes here have been tweaked to suit local palates. The main ingredients include dried chilli, diced spring onions, sesame, yellow beans and peanuts.
Canon Announces EOS M6, 77D and 800D Cameras
Canon today announced five new camera products that aim to provide greater convenience while upholding excellent image quality. Oh the upgrade bug! I'm tempted to go for one of these and sell my existing Canon EOS 70D. I still have my trusty 400D which served me exceptionally well from 2008 - 2015. And a really old film SLR...hmm, I really need to let go.
Here are the brief descriptions:
EOS M6 and EVF-DC2
The EOS M6 is the latest addition to Canon's mirrorless range of cameras designed as modern all-rounder reflecting the best balance of convenient portability and easy functionality. Equipped with advanced technologies which are adopted from the professional EOS range cameras, the compact-size EOS M6 weighs approximately 390 grams (including the body, battery and card) and achieves high speed and a sharply precise AF that is capable of capturing fast moving subjects in still or videos. Available in sophisticated black graphite and vintage silver and black combination, the EOS M6 packs a punch with the new APS-C sensor and DIGIC 7 image processor to deliver high image clarity with low noise levels.
The EVF-DC2 is the optional Electronic View Finder.
The new EOS 77D is the latest DSLR model with the world's fastest AF speed. EOS 77D encapsulates the latest of Canon's cutting-edge imaging technology including Dual Pixel CMOS AF system (DAF), DIGIC 7 image processor with high resolution 24.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor. These are the advanced technology which powers the world's fastest AF focusing speed of 0.03 seconds during live view. Akin to premium models, the EOS 77D also features a top LCD display panel that reflects setting information such as shutter speed, aperture value, ISO and exposure levels, while the two control dials allow users a higher level of control.
I notice that the wi-fi gets its own physical button now.
The EOS 800D is designed for beginners looking for superior quality images and the convenience of mobility. Designed with simplicity as a focus, the EOS 800D boasts a host of advanced functions such as the cutting-edge Dual Pixel CMOS Auto-Focus (DAF), a first for an entry-level DSLR model, a 24.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, and the latest DIGIC 7 image processor propels the EOS 800D to produce brilliant pictures and videos. The lighting fast AF speed will empower users to capture dynamic scenes and fast moving subjects. Weighing at approximately 485 grams (body only), the EOS 800D is a great option for photographers who enjoy the portability and convenience which comes with a lighter camera, while the touchscreen interface makes it easy for budding photographers to navigate the functionalities of the camera.
Oddly enough, the dial is on the right side, unlike in the 77D which is on the left.
EF-S18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM
The EF-S18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM is a compact lens that is significantly smaller than its cousins in the same class, making it the perfect kit lens for users concerned with bulk. Its focal length ranges from 29-88mm, covering the semi-wide-angle and mid-telephoto angles of view that are most convenient for travel and portrait photography.
Pricing and availability will be revealed at a later date. All photos courtesy of Canon Singapore.
Princess Cruises Now Offers Online Booking Services
I'm super glad to hear Princess Cruises yesterday launched online cruise booking services for Southeast Asia. Guests can research cruises and book online on their tablets, mobile phones or personal computers via www.princess.com
This is the first time that guests in Asia are able to do this with Princess Cruises directly. Guests in mature cruise markets such as North America, the United Kingdom and Australia are already able to book their cruises online.
"Since beginning homeport cruising from Singapore three years ago, we have seen an increase in the number of repeat cruisers and our website aims to attract these guests who will find our online booking services easy-to-use and interactive. The digital age has brought a surge in travel-related online activity and we believe Internet-savvy travellers in Asia are ready for a direct online booking capability," said Farriek Tawfik, Director Southeast Asia, Princess Cruises.
Yes, I think we're ready too. I rather like the website's wealth of content, site organisation and ease of navigation. They show you essential information to help you make your decisions, such as stateroom comparisons, and clear outlines of what's included in the fare and what's not. You can also view shore excursion options, dining outlets, entertainment and recreational options as well as the other offerings on-board.
Guests also have the option of choosing the location of their cabins and view the fares for the various categories of cabins. Guests have three payment options: to hold the booking with no deposit; book with a deposit; or make payment in full. Guests also have various payment options using their credit cards.
Mr. Tawfik stressed that guests still have the option of booking their cruises with their preferred travel agent who can help with more complex itineraries such as airline bookings, pre- and post-hotel accommodation, ground transportation and visa applications. First-time cruisers are also recommended to go through travel agents who will be able to answer queries by phone or face-to-face.
More and more global cruise brands are coming to Singapore. Princess Cruises is a global cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 18 modern cruise ships. As the world's largest international premium cruise brand, Princess carries two million guests each year to more than 360 destinations around the globe on more than 150 itineraries ranging in length from three to 114 days.
Meanwhile, the Princess Cruises' newest ship Majestic Princess (photo above) launches her maiden Europe season in April-May 2017. It's coming to Singapore, so check out the cruises involving this ship!
Photo courtesy of Princess Cruises.
Recipe: Valentine's Day Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, Plus Giveaway
Nothing says love like a homemade cookie. And the best kind of love is the kind we show ourselves. Too often we are running around caring for others that we forget to prioritise our health. Putting ourselves first isn't a selfish thing, for how can we take care of others if we are not first of all in good health?
So in the spirit of loving ourselves, let's make Valentine's Day treats that benefit us!
I have two cranberry recipes for you: a shortbread cookie with easy ratio to remember (1 butter; 1 sugar; 2 flour) and a refreshing drink to go along with it!
Haagen-Dazs Little Gardens collection: Rose Raspberry Lychee and Elderflower & Blackcurrant
Häagen-Dazs™ is bringing back its limited edition Little Gardens collection that sold out within 3 months in 2016. This spring, the popular Rose Raspberry & Lychee flavour makes a return alongside a NEW flavour – Elderflower & Blackcurrant.
The packaging with themes of flowers and fruit is really pretty; it's designed by Kitty McCall, a London-based interior designer known for her bold and colourful artistry. The vivid and floral colours make it perfect for Valentine's Day.
Rose Raspberry & Lychee
Inspired by the sweet allure of the Ispahan Macaron, this flavour marries the combination of rose extract from Turkish roses, juicy handpicked lychees from Taiwan and the sweetest raspberries to create a fragrant ice cream with the perfect balance of rose and sweet fruit that will exhilarate the palate.
Elderflower & Blackcurrant (NEW)
This gently aromatic elderflower always reminds me of Sweden and IKEA. I have read that it is one of the oldest herbs cultivated by man. It's in syrups, drinks and desserts around the world. Haagen-Dazs is marrying it with hand-picked succulent blackcurrants from France to craft a unique fruit and flowers ice cream combination.
Ethan Lim, Marketing Director of General Mills Southeast Asia commented, "The limited edition Little Gardens Collection was extremely well-received last year and we are very excited to indulge our Häagen-Dazs fans and ice cream lovers once again with these little luxuries of unique floral and fruity ice cream flavours and limited edition packaging."
The pints are priced at S$14.50 and are available in all Häagen-Dazs™ outlets nationwide. Häagen-Dazs™ will also have a limited edition menu of in-store creations, including Elderflower Cake (S$39.00) Flower Fondue (S$ 45.90) and Flower Rhapsody (S$16.90).
The Elderflower Cake is available as a take-away option only. All items under the Little Gardens Collection are subject to GST and service charge where applicable and on a while stocks last basis.
CANON CP1200 SELPHY: Perfect Valentine's Day Gift for Photo-Lovers
Take your selfies to the next level - make them into real copies you can keep or share. The Canon SELPHY (how appropriate) CP1200 is a small yet versatile portable photo printer that lets you print directly from your mobile phone or laptop.
It's one of those things I at first thought I didn't need, but after trying it for a while, I really like the convenience of not having to go to a store to print out photos. You can print anything you want - family or party photos, anime/movie scenes, workout cards, scenery photos or just examples of great photography.
Colour adjustment can now be made directly on the printer's user interface, minimising the editing process on the desktop PC or mobile devices. Other functions like colour balance, brightness, and digital photo smoothening can be adjusted for the desired effect. Settings can be saved for subsequent prints to retain the same look even after the printer is switched off.
The only drawback is, some prints seem a little darker and the certain colours were not as bright as seen on my iPhone or laptop. It's easily fixed by adjusting brightness and colours before printing.
Photo from Canon Europe website
An optional battery pack lets you power up the printer without relying on a power outlet. Wi-Fi capability lets you print instantly from cameras and smartphones at gatherings and parties, to create special mementoes for guests. You can get creative with a multitude of consumables – postcard, square-size printouts, auto-generated multi photo layout and even mini stickers.
The consumables are not too pricey either. I think S$39.90 gets you ink and paper for 108 photos measuring 4x6 inches (4R/100mm x 148mm).
The SELPHY CP1200 uses dye-sublimation technology to create smooth gradations without any grainy feel. I would still recommend printing as high res as possible because you can see the amazingly fine detail on high res photos.
The photos are protected with a special film coating that protects from colour fading. This technology also makes the photograph resistant to water droplets and fingerprints.
There's also a Valentine's Day promo currently on Canon Shop where the printer is going for S$199.
Daessiksin 2-in-1 Korean BBQ and Hotpot Buffet at United Square
Craving both a steamy Japanese hotpot buffet and sizzling Korean BBQ buffet at the same time? You'll be glad to know you can get both for a song at the DaeSsiksin that has newly opened at United Square. (See end of post to win a promo code)
DaeSsiksin Korean Hotpot and BBQ Buffet here also offers the DANRO collagen hotpot buffet; both are names under Ministry of Food (MOF)'s huge stable of brands. MOF has a Japanese head chef looking after the Japanese broth recipes, sauces and delicacies, and a Korean chef in charge of the Korean dishes.
Oh it's a veritable feast here, with so many things to choose from the buffet.
The BBQ grill they use is pretty impressive; the meats don't stick to it and you can easily just wipe off any charred marinade using tongs with tissue paper (supplied at the table).
What's really attractive here are the unlimited servings of premium meats, including beef ribeye, karubi, sliced pork belly, bacon, and bulgogi marinated meats (beef, pork, chicken). There are also thinly sliced non-marinated meats suitable for the hotpot.
These are items ideal for the hotpot - vegetables, mushrooms, noodles, tofu products, fishballs, fishcakes, noodles and the minced meat in "bamboo" tubes.
On the other side, you have a small salad bar.
Customise your own sauces and dips - I love experimenting with different combinations. There's sesame sauce, peanut sauce, ponzu, soy sauce, ground chillies (not really spicy), scallions, garlic, ginger and so many condiments. But honestly, the meats are good enough on their own; you won't miss these very much!
There's plenty of cooked food you can help yourself to while you wait for the meats to cook. These are also very useful for placating hungry kids while you pick your raw ingredients at the bar.
What's really good from the cooked food section is the Bossam Pork. Slices of tender pork belly in a braising sauce so moreish, I would come back for these alone.
But the highlight really is having both Japanese hotpot and Korean BBQ at the same table - it's two buffets in one!
One thing they introduced here is the Cheese Dip ($3), a mix of cheddar and mozzarella in a metal bowl, which you can heat on the grill and dip items into.
You can get creative at a Korean BBQ buffet with so many ingredients to play with. Make your own lettuce roll. Put some white rice on the grill and mix in kimchi stew and some BBQ meats to make your own kimchi rice. Some parents like to make porridge in the hotpot too.
You have a choice of 8 soup bases specially created by the Japanese Head Chef: Pork Garlic Collagen, Spicy Pork Garlic Collagen, Chicken Collagen, Spicy Chicken Collagen, Sukiyaki, Tonkotsu, Mala and Tom Yum.
We tried the Mala which is a Japanese mala, not the Sichuan mala. It tastes more like a sweetly herbal soup than the spicy tongue-numbing broth.
You can see the chunks of semi-solid creamy broth literally melting before you in the pot. It almost looks like fat but this is mainly a rich broth made gelatinous by the collagen. Collagen itself is a translucent protein with no discernible taste. But eating collagen become popular in Japan as a "beauty" fad. Many Asians believe that eating collagen will help improve skin, so that's why these collagen pots are often called "beauty pots" as well.
When the soup has been reduced, toss in some noodles or rice and let them soak up the intense flavours!
DANRO is also the first to launch a Japanese Collagen Hotpot Delivery for customers to enjoy in the comfort of home. You can choose from:
· 4 set menus from $78++ (2, 4, 6 or 8 pax)
· Premium meats (chicken, pork or beef)
· More than 30 assorted meats, prawn, vegetables, condiments along with beer and sake
Call 98228271 or 63831741 or drop by to place your order:
· Waterway Point #01-32
· JEM #01-16
· Cathay Cineleisure Orchard #B1-08/09
Delivery charges are S$4/km (rounded down to the nearest 0.5km), up to a maximum of S$50.
Families with kids will be glad to know there's free-flow ice cream too, in addition to free-flow drinks (hot Korean tea and soft drinks).
With prices starting from S$14.90 per adult and S$8.90 per child for lunch on weekdays, this is really a steal. Add on S$8 per table and you get the hotpot as well. The chain has been expanding quite rapidly; there are now 8 DaeSsiksin outlets and 4 DANRO outlets (the next ones will open end this month at Hillion Mall). I wish they would open near Katong too!
DAESSIKSIN KOREAN HOTPOT AND BBQ BUFFET
#01-14 United Square
Tel: +65 6266-0295
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daessiksin/
Operating hours at United Square
Lunch 11.30 – 16.30
Dinner 17.30 – 22.00 (Friday 17.30 – 22.30)
Saturday, Eve of Public Holiday
All Day 11.30 – 22.30
Sunday, Public Holiday
There are eating time limits
a. 80mins – Mon-Fri Lunch
b. 100mins for Mon – Fri Dinner, Sat to Sun, all day
Buffet Pricing at United Square
Lunch S$14.90++ (Adult)
S$8.90++ (Child 4-10 yrs)
Dinner S$24.90++ (Adult)
S$18.90++ (Child 4-10 yrs, Senior Citizen 55 yrs and above)
Weekend, PH and eve of PH
All day S$24.90++ (Adult)
Additional Cheese Dip $3++
Additional charge for the soup base $8++
Promo Code Contest: 3 Paying Adults and 1 Child Eats Free
The first 25 people who email me their name and contact number with the subject "DAESSIKSIN PROMO" will win a promo code entitling them to 1 child eating free for every 3 paying adults. The code will be valid til 31 March 2017.
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Many thanks to MOF and DaeSsiksin United Square for the invitation and promo code contest
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Nov 10th Artists on why Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni struggle matters
Nov 5, 2015 • 1:04 pm • by jane
The Bus memorial to writer and campaigner Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni 8 has been seized by Nigerian military.
On Nov 10th it will be 20 years since the executions of Ken and the other Ogoni men by Nigeria's then military government for protesting against Shell and other oil companies.
Shell still have not started the clean-up of the devastated oil-polluted lands of Ogoniland.
Why does the life and work of the Ogoni struggle still have such POWER for artists?
Come to 'Dance the Guns to Silence' on Nov 10th at Rich Mix and you can hear them, be inspired by them in the flesh. Tickets are £5 in advance, £10 on the door.
BBC World Service Interview with artist Sokari Douglas Camp
https://platformlondon-org.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Sokari.m4a
Here's what artists performing on November 10th have said to us:
Bumi Thomas, singer-songwriter
"For me, the Ogoni 9 represent the resilience of the human spirit. It is a symbol of justice, that highlights the power to advocate peace through social and creative activism. It is about the vision, leadership, courage and sacrifice of Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni people for the perseverance of their land, rights, wellbeing – their internal and external ecosystems."
Dele Sosimi, singer, musician
Despite facing execution Ken Saro-Wiwa spoke out courageously and remained steadfast with his admirable spirit of resilience and resolve to carry on with the belief that the hope for a better tomorrow where his people and nature would grow. I am doing my little bit as a duty, to help re awaken the desire for collective progress in our society through song poetry and dance.
Dorothea Smartt, Poet, Live Artist, Literary Activist
"Seeing images of the Ogoni landscape ravaged by oil production is shocking – and the people don't even get to reap the financial benefits. Typically these go into the pockets of a greedy few! The murderers of Ken Saro-Wiwa and the others must be bought to justice. Multinationals in cahoots with national governments cannot be allowed to do as they please. Especially when they (wrongly) assume nobody cares or is watching them, abuse indigenous people and the planet, in the name of short-sighted, so-called 'progress'! In my name!? NO!"
Co-Host: Kinsi Abdulleh, Numbi Arts
"We at the Numbi family second what the goddess Sistren Dorothea Smartt says. We add our voice to bring forth a sustainable global society founded on respect for nature, universal human rights, economic justice, freedom and peace ."
Sai Murray, Virtual Migrants
"There is a direct link from London to the destruction of Ogoni (the land and the lives). These links are obscured, smeared, greenwashed, whitewashed… but dance and art can reveal the rusted chain beneath the slick corporate lies. As we fight to breathe in this toxic city, our air is polluted by exhaust fumes – some of which originate from the Niger Delta ecosystem. Let us also inhale the fighting spirit of Ken Saro-Wiwa to dance our anger and our joys, and dance oppression and injustice to death."
Kadija George
Co-Host: Kadija Sesay, Writer & publisher, SABLE; Editor, 21 February
"The fact that we are commemorating this day shows that the issues and conditions of injustice haven't moved. Isn't that a shame? But we must use the opportunity to move forward positively and continue to demand justice and change."
Zena Edwards, writer and spoken word artist
"A great Love holds a revolutionary. A great humility resides in an artist activist who puts that Love before themselves consistently, to the point where their own lives are at risk. Ken did both, loved and wrote without remorse and with humility, becoming a beacon of revolutionary integrity for the struggle against corruption, human rights abuse and exploitation of our Earth. I salute you, Sir."
Luwi Mahenga, singer and poet
"I am honoured to be performing alongside some incredible performers at the 20th Anniversary, celebrating the life and work of Ken Saro-Wiwa and the 8 Ogoni men. I use poetry and song to challenge issues that face society so it is an incredible opportunity for me to perform at an event that is celebrating people that have and are still fighting for environmental justice."
Places: Nigeria
Players: Shell
Issues: Arts, Environmental Justice, Human Rights, Indigenous Rights, Racism, Repression, Resistance
Tags: Dance the Guns to Silence

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Biografia
Figlio di Giuseppe e di Amalia Avitabile, studiò musica con Francesco Cinque e frequentò costantemente le "periodiche", feste organizzate dalle famiglie della buona borghesia napoletana, dove si esibì come inventore di musiche da ballo.

A partire dal 1910 lavorò presso la Casa Editrice La Canzonetta, fondata nel 1904 da Francesco Feola e Giuseppe Capolongo, e diretta, dal 1917 al 1923, dal poeta Libero Bovio, con il quale ebbe una collaborazione particolarmente proficua, creando capolavori come Canzone 'e surdate (1915), Reginella (1917),  'A serenata (1917),  Cara piccina! (1917), 'O mare canta (1919) e Silenzio cantatore (1922).

In seguito, Lama compose con Francesco Fiore Connola d'ammore (1929) e Tutta pe' me (1930), con Gigi Pisano Penzammo a salute (1928, per il cantante Gennaro Pasquariello), Fresca fresca (interpretata per la prima volta da Elvira Donnarumma nel 1929) e  'A 'Nfrascata (1931, per Ferdinando Rubino), con Salvatore Baratta Beneditto 'o mese austo (1924, interpretata per la prima volta al Teatro Bellini da Laura Colombo),  'A trummetta 'a Vicaria (1925, lanciata da Elvira Donnarumma) e Napule è chino 'e femmene (1927), con Carlo Netti  'O gran pascià (1928) e con Rocco Galdieri Nun 'a saccio (cantata nel 1913 da Pasquariello).

Compose anche canzoni in italiano con il poeta Adolfo Genise: L'addio del bersagliere (1915), La patria è salva (1916), Canta il soldatin (1917), Come le rose (1918), Tic-tì-tic-tà (1920, interpretata per la prima volta da Elvira Donnarumma al Teatro Bellini), Giroflè giroflà (1923), Stornellata fiorentina (1928) e T'aspetto a Napoli (1936).

Nel 1934 fondò la casa editrice La Bottega dei 4, insieme con Bovio, Ernesto Tagliaferri e Nicola Valente.

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Bibliografia
 Ettore De Mura, Enciclopedia della canzone napoletana, Napoli, Il Torchio, 1969
 Il Radiocorriere, n° 12/1950

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Passamaquoddy Bay Symphony Orchestra
Eastport, ME 04631
june.gregory@gmail.com
The Passamaquoddy Bay Symphony Orchestra (PBSO) was founded in 2007. It is a multi-age, international, volunteer orchestra affiliated with the Eastport Arts Center and registered independently as a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. The mission of PBSO is: to bring classical symphonic music to communities in Washington County, Maine, and Charlotte County, New Brunswick, Canada; to provide an arena in which musicians may meet, practice, and perform together; to provide a serious hardworking orchestra in which musicians and students may develop their skills; and to premiere new works by Maine composers.
From its inception, PBSO has grown and thrived under the inspiring leadership of music director and conductor, Trond Saeverud, internationally known violinist and conductor of the Galveston Symphony Orchestra. Gregory Biss, assistant conductor, is a celebrated composer and pianist. Musicians come from all ages and walks of life. New musicians are always welcome.
PBSO PROGRAMS include:
THE MUSIC FOR CHILDREN PROGRAM, which provides outreach by developing and presenting projects based on classical music and orchestral instruments. Presentations of "Peter and the Wolf", "Hansel and Gretel", and "Brundibar" each reached over 1200 children and adults.
THE PERFORMANCE SCHOLARSHIP, awarded to a young orchestra member who performs a solo piece at the spring concert.
THE LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP, which allows a young orchestra member to gain experience in various facets of orchestra management.
PBSO ENSEMBLES, including the Woodwind Quintet, which provide outreach to under-served populations.
PBSO has spring and fall concert series, each comprised of 10 rehearsals and three concerts in three different locations in the Passamaquoddy Bay region. Spring concerts are in June and Fall concerts are in November.
For more information, please contact June Gregory at 207-213-9145 or june.gregory@gmail.com.
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Germaine Mason (ur. 20 stycznia 1983 w Kingston, zm. 20 kwietnia 2017 na Jamajce) – jamajski i brytyjski skoczek wzwyż. Medalista Letnich Igrzysk Olimpijskich w Pekinie. Od 2006 r. reprezentował barwy Wielkiej Brytanii.

Kariera
Zdobywał srebrne i brązowe medale Mistrzostw Świata Juniorów w 2000 i 2002 r. Te ostatnie odbyły się w jego rodzinnym Kingston. Jego pierwszym osiągnięciem na wyższym szczeblu był złoty medal igrzysk panamerykańskich 2003 r. w Santo Domingo. Skoczył tam 2,34 m. W tym samym roku zajął 5. miejsce na Mistrzostwach Świata w Paryżu. W następnych sezonach zaliczył spadek do 2,25 m (2004) i 2,27 m (2005). Jednakże 2,25 m wystarczyło do brązowego medalu na Halowych Mistrzostwach Świata w Budapeszcie (ex aequo z Jaroslavem Baba i Ștefanem Vasilache).

Mason był uprawniony do reprezentowania Wielkiej Brytanii. Jego ojciec David urodził się w Londynie. W 2006 r. Mason zaczął startować dla Wielkiej Brytanii.

Mason zdobył srebro na Letnich Igrzysk Olimpijskich w Pekinie wyrównując swój rekord życiowy 2,34 m. Przegrał tylko z Rosjaninem Silnowem, który skoczył 2,36 m.

Trenował go Sue Humphrey, który trenował też mistrza olimpijskiego z Atlanty – Charlesa Austina.

Był kuzynem brytyjskiego sprintera Simeona Williamsona.

Zginął 20 kwietnia w 2017 r. w wypadku motocyklowym.

Sukcesy

Rekordy życiowe
 skok wzwyż (stadion) – 2,34 m (2003, 2008)
 skok wzwyż (hala) – 2,30 m (2003)

Przypisy

Bibliografia

Brytyjscy skoczkowie wzwyż
Jamajscy skoczkowie wzwyż
Brytyjscy medaliści olimpijscy
Medaliści Letnich Igrzysk Olimpijskich 2008
Medaliści Igrzysk Panamerykańskich 2003
Ludzie urodzeni w Kingston
Urodzeni w 1983
Zmarli w 2017
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Books

High Performance Python

A general overview of how to speed up python programs. Starts out with an overview of profiling which I found useful and then covers implementation details to help you make better decisions about how to use the standard python syntax and tools. I got the most value out of these chapters, not having any specific projects I need to speed up but just generally being curious, but I also found the later chapters about numpy, compiling to C and parallelizing interesting.

Building Microservices

Mostly just skimmed it, but it seemed like a pretty good overview of why and how to use microservices.

Peak

A book about how to achieve excellence though training by the author who conducted the experiments used by Gladwell to promote the idea of ‘10,000’ hours. While he spends some time debunking, or at least giving context to Gladwell’s claims about his research, the book is mostly focused on the evidence for and implementation details of his claims. The book came at the right time for me as I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking about how to become a better programmer, and use my spare time more effectively.

Frankenstein

Not much I really need to say here as the book’s reputation proceeds it, but I utterly loved it.

A Numerate Life

John Allen Paulos’s autobiography, though it spends a lot more time talking about why autobiographies are necessarily bullshit and using examples from mathematics to argue his case. I did find that it dragged a bit, despite it’s short length, but overall it enjoyed it. It introduces a lot of interesting mathematical ideas and shows you how to use them to reason about life. Also it has a brief section on the dystopian state of pickup lines in a hypothetical trans-human society. So it has that going for it.

Papers

Programming as Theory Building

Argues that programming should be though of not as ‘source code production’ but as building a theory by which to model the system in question. Thus a programmers job is to come up with a model of how a system works, and how to map that model on to the symbolic manipulations of a computer. And so when a new programmer is to be introduced to the code base, it’s not enough to throughly introduce them to the text of the code and give them documentation to read, they must be introduced to the core theory and shown how the text of the program maps onto it. Also, a lot of the paper is spent arguing against formal methods, and I guess it won since I’ve never heard of any of them?

Eliza

A paper introducing the worlds first chat bot. Some of the technical details, such as how they used a their time sharing system to make it work are a little lost on me, and it was fascinating to realist I was reading an explanation that seems to come from a time before they were common knowledge. But overall it gave me a good idea of how to implement a version of the bot.

Collective dynamics of 'small-world' networks

Introduces a network representation that sits between fully regular and fully random, these ‘small world’ networks start out regular but them have a given number of edges randomly rewired. A few networks in nature are shown to resemble these networks, and it is explained why the small world property should hold true for them.

Should Computer Scientists Experiment More?

Argues that computer scientists should conduct more experiments in order to validate ideas that are not fully understood theoretically and make sure efforts are being spent in productive directions, and debunks 16 reasons not to. The arguments certainly sound convincing but I’m hardly in a position to come down too strongly on it.

Famine, Affluence, and Morality

An early essay by Peter Singer, that argues we in affluent societies are morally obligated to do far, far more to alleviate suffering that is the norm.

What's Wrong with Git? A Conceptual Design Analysis

A critique of ‘conceptual mismatch’ in the implementation of git, arguing that the tools git provides map poorly onto the problems it’s trying to solve. It introduces ‘gitless’ a git porcelain that introduces a new conceptual framework for git.

While the paper makes no reference to the above Programming as Theory Building it seems like it strongly supports its thesis. Another way to state it is that while git provides a lot of tools pertinent to the problem it is trying to solve, it provides no core theory on which to map those ideas, resulting in a confusing framework.

The Absurd

Argues against the normal justifications for life being meaningless (The Universe is big, time is long, all will die, etc), and provides it’s own justification of meaningless, that however we try to justify our lives we can always take one more step back and see there is nothing inherently supporting those justifications other than self reference. With this new notion it argues against despair or Camus’ defiance, but instead that we should regard the absurdity of our lives with a sense of irony. It ends on the note that if nothing truly matters, then the fact none of this matters also doesn’t matter.

Blog Posts

What can a technologist do about climate change?

Fascinating article, with some fascinating visualizations. Discusses ways in which Technologists can help combat global warming.

Though as Technology

Talks about the idea of well designed interfaces as expanding the range of thoughts we can think. As I understood it: The way kind of ideas we can have about a system depend on our mental representation of the system. The role of a good interface designer is to invent new groupings and operations for a particular system, and once a user masters this interface they also master that particular representation.

Notes on Distributed Systems for Young Bloods

A succinct explanation of why building distributed systems is hard, and how to make it a bit easier on yourself.

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5 axis CNC cutting in combination with traditional pattern making has opened the door to faster lead times, accuracy and simplification of complex free form shapes.
Our large 5 axis machine has a 10′ by 5′ X 42″ work envelope and is equiped with a 40 HP liquid cooled spindle.
Our latest CNC is a 2011 model year machine, 5′ X 5′ X 36″ work envelope with a 60″ NC controled 4th axis lathe attachment.


LEWISTON — The Montmorency County Habitat for Humanity will host its annual Christmas in October Arts and Crafts Bazaar Saturday at the Lewiston School gymnasium.
Habitat took over the benefit last year from St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church when the church ran into scheduling problems.
The event, open 9 a.m.-4 p.m., offers various arts and crafts and hourly drawings of vendor-donated items. A continental breakfast, lunch and snacks will be available in the school cafeteria with proceeds to benefit Lewiston Lioness Lions.
From 1996-99, Habitat built one house per year in Montmorency County. In 2000 they built two homes per year until this year when they are building three.


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Over the past few years, ag tech has emerged as a trend in both the investment and sustainability worlds. The food we eat has such an emotional and practical presence in our everyday lives. In fact, food has become a focal point as we try to improve the systems that make and grow our food. However, not much has been said about seafood, which is a seven billion dollar global industry with complex and far-ranging supply implications. Recent scandals and changing consumer preferences have signaled three major demand drivers for safe and sustainably harvested fish and shrimp.
Recently, the Associated Press published the results of its investigative reporting that revealed migrant workers and children were being sold into slavery to shrimp peeling factories in Thailand. Shrimp is the most popular seafood in the U.S., with Americans consuming 1.3 billion pounds every year, or about 4 pounds per person. Food retailers implicated in the scandal including Costco, Whole Foods, Darden, Ignite and Wal-Mart have condemned this practice and are looking for a solution to source locally, sustainably and with more transparency in the supply chain. Investment in American-based aquaculture development, the farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, crustaceans, mollusks and aquatic plants, is one way to address this complex issue because it's local, sustainable, and transparent. Aqualife, one of our portfolio companies already has a $118 million offtake agreement in place for its shrimp production. This demonstrates real market demand for sustainable, safe seafood, particularly shrimp.
Between 2013 and 2014 Silicon Valley's interest in backing agriculture and food-related startups caught fire, doubling in terms of deal size, according to data from Cleantech Group. With oceans comprising 2/3 of the earth's surface and seafood remaining a staple of our diet, ocean cultivation and innovation is ripe for investment. Most seafood available is farmed or imported. Wild caught seafood, while healthier, is susceptible to overfishing depleting our natural resources, often includes the wrong species and is not sustainable in the long run. Vertical Indoor Seafood Farms from companies such as Aqualife that can be located closer to where they ultimately will be consumed is the wave of the future. For example, the Schäfer family in Germany built a vertical indoor shrimp farm producing close to 500,000 pounds of shrimp each year. Also, called Land-Based Recirculating Farms (LBRF) these highly technical facilities, whose origins stem from Texas A&M University, can produce high-value seafood for healthy living that is locally sourced and branded, as well as a fast and reliable source of supply of organic and non-GMO protein. For example, Aqualife's facilities, which ultimately will be able to produce 10 million pounds of shrimp each year, will be located at an office park in Imperial Valley, California.
Brands like Chipotle have been hit hard by the negative impacts of E. coli. In fact, we believe food safety issues will continue to persist in highly complex, hard-to-manage supply chains. For food brands, health and safety issues - more so than any other factor for purchasing decisions - tend to cause major consumer shifts in attitude that creates mainstream demand for safer, local, more transparent source of ingredients. However, the U.S. currently imports approximately 91 percent of its seafood. These imports are susceptible to disease, contamination, pollution, pharmaceutical bioaccumulation and a host of other barriers to food safety. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 25 percent of food-borne illness outbreaks caused by imported food from 2005-2010 involved seafood; this is more than any other food commodity. And almost 90% of shrimp imports come from Asian countries such as China, Thailand, Vietnam and India.
These forces are compelling consumers, brokers, and retailers to search for safer, more sustainable seafood options close to home. Food and safety concerns, we believe will drive 2016 as the year we see vertical indoor seafood farming, move from the development phase to an accelerated deployment setting the stage to be the market standard and the consumer's preferred choice.


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A clementine (Citrus × clementina) is a tangor, a citrus fruit hybrid between a willowleaf mandarin orange (C. × deliciosa) and a sweet orange (C. × sinensis), named in honor of Clément Rodier, a French missionary who first discovered and propagated the cultivar in Algeria.  The exterior is a deep orange colour with a smooth, glossy appearance. Clementines can be separated into 7 to 14 segments. Similar to tangerines, they tend to be easy to peel. They are typically juicy and sweet, with less acid than oranges. Their oils, like other citrus fruits, contain mostly limonene as well as myrcene, linalool, α-pinene and many complex aromatics.

History

The clementine is a spontaneous citrus hybrid that arose in the late 19th century in Misserghin, Algeria, in the garden of the orphanage of the French Missionary Brother Clément Rodier, for whom it would be formally named in 1902.  Some sources have attributed an earlier origin for the hybrid, pointing to similar fruit native to the provinces of Guangxi and Guangdong in present-day China, but these are likely distinct mandarin hybrids, and genomic analysis of the clementine has shown it to have arisen from a cross between a sweet orange (Citrus × sinensis) and the Mediterranean willowleaf mandarin (Citrus × deliciosa), consistent with Algerian origin.

There are three types of clementines: seedless clementines, clementines (maximum of 10 seeds), and Monreal (more than 10 seeds). Clementines resemble other citrus varieties such as the satsuma and tangerines.

Cultivation
Clementines differ from other citrus in having lower heat requirement, which means the tolerance to fruit maturity and sensitivity to unfavorable conditions during the flowering and fruit-setting period is higher. However, in regions of high total heat, the Clementine bears fruit early; only slightly later than satsuma mandarins. These regions such as North Africa, Mediterranean basin, and California, also favor maximizing the Clementine size and quality. As a result, the tastiest Clementines are from these hot regions.

It was introduced into California commercial agriculture in 1914, though it was grown at the Citrus Research Center (now part of the University of California, Riverside) as early as 1909.
Clementines lose their desirable seedless characteristic when they are cross-pollinated with other fruit. In 2006, to prevent this, growers such as Paramount Citrus in California threatened to sue local beekeepers to keep bees away from their crops.

Types

 Seedless – exists in North Africa. Seedless versions of the clementine are known as the common type (seedless or practically seedless). Common Clementines are very similar to the Monreal type; the two types are virtually identical in terms of tree specifics. The seedless Clementine tree is self-incompatible; which is why the fruit has so few or no seeds. In order to be pollinated, it needs to be cross-pollinated.
 Monreal – exists in North Africa. The Monreal clementine can self-pollinate and has seeds. Monreal clementines are on average larger than the seedless variety, has a more abundant bloom and is sweeter.
 Sweetclems — are typically grown in Spain and northern Africa. Unlike other Clementine varieties, they usually have 10 slices. They are slightly smaller than "common" clementines. They have a sweet taste, as suggested by their name, but it is not overbearing and quite mild.

Varieties

 Algerian, the original Rodier cultivar.
 Fina, a Spanish cultivar originally grown on a bitter orange rootstock that gave it superb flavor, but due to disease vulnerability is now grown on a broader range of rootstocks, affecting the flavor profile.
 Clemenules or Nules – A popular, seedless, easy to peel clementine with a very pleasing sweet flavor. A mutation of the Fina variety, Nules is the most widely planted clementine in Spain, where it matures from mid-November to mid to late-January. Also widely planted in California, where it matures from October to December.  It produces seedless fruit that is larger than the Fina, but less sweet.
 Clementine del Golfo di Taranto, a (practically) seedless Italian cultivar given Protected geographical indication (PGI) status by the European Union, produced around the Gulf of Taranto. They have a sweet flavour and an intense aroma.
Clementine di Calabria, another Italian PGI variety, grown in the Calabria region.

Nutrition

A clementine contains 87% water, 12% carbohydrates, and negligible amounts of fat and protein (table). Among micronutrients, only vitamin C is in significant content (59% of the Daily Value) in a 100 gram reference serving, with all other nutrients in low amounts.

Potential drug interactions
A 2017 study indicated that clementine phytochemicals may interact with drugs in a manner similar to those of grapefruit.

See also

 Clementine cake
 List of foods named after people
 Apulian Cuisine
 List of Italian products with protected designation of origin

References

Agriculture in California
Citrus hybrids
Fruit trees
Cuisine of Apulia
Agriculture in Italy
Italian products with protected designation of origin


1. Josh Morrissey seems to be jumping up much more offensively than I remember through the regular season, in particular during the second round.
I've written on the young Jet in the recent past so I won't dive in much more here, but the one thing holding back is across-the-board fantasy value will be the power-play minutes. He'll be behind Dustin Byfuglien, Jacob Trouba (assuming he's re-signed, which he should be), and Tyler Myers for one more year. Despite being able to put up very good peripheral stats, he won't have a Byfuglien-type season just yet. Give it a few years, though. There is a lot of upside here in real-time stats leagues; over the last two years, he's averaged 100 shots, 142 hits, 153 blocks, and 23 points.
3. With Morgan Rielly and Jake Gardiner both 50-plus point scorers last season while dominating the power-play time among Leafs' blueliners, I wouldn't expect Travis Dermott to have a major impact fantasy-wise next season. However, if the Leafs decide to phase out 37-year-old Ron Hainsey (one year left on his contract), then Dermott might even be able to break through with some top-four minutes. Then there could be something there.
4. Something that could be fantasy hockey relevant for the Predators: How they decide to deploy their goalies next season. Pekka Rinne has one more year left on his contract and he will be 36 when it ends. Even though the Preds should be poised to make another run next season, I wonder if Juuse Saros is groomed to be the starter beginning in 2019-20. That doesn't mean he's given the starting role outright next season but if he at least stays on his current pace then expect something like 30-35 games.
Not to take away from what should be a Vezina Trophy season for Rinne but his playoff failures (particularly during the Winnipeg series) have to be on the mind of management. If Rinne regresses to the point in which Nashville is as concerned about its goaltending situation as it was going into Game 7 against Winnipeg, then I wouldn't be completely shocked if Saros is the playoff Game 1 starter next season, similar to the Braden Holtby scenario in Washington.
For what it's worth, Saros posted a 1.05 GAA and .952 SV% in limited action during the playoffs. Granted, this was mainly mop-up duty, but remember he also played most of Game 7 after Rinne was given the hook early and for the third time in that series.
7. Could Dougie Hamilton really be on the move again? For some reason, his name is popping up in trade rumors. This seems insane considering Hamilton is a bona fide top-pair, 24-year old defenseman signed through his prime at a very reasonable cap hit. Alas, it was insane that he was traded the last time.
8. The Shiny New Toy is a thing in any fantasy sport, hockey included. Fantasy owners will be keenly aware of Eeli Tolvanen's upside as the notion will be beat into submission in a cascade of 'Breakout Target' articles. The thing is, it seems the top-six is pretty locked in Nashville with their left wingers. It is possible he supplants Kevin Fiala but that probably won't be the case coming out of training camp.
9. Pens' general manager Jim Rutherford on Daniel Sprong next season: "He should be a regular on our team." Dynasty owners everywhere: rejoice!
First: keyword should. Lots of things should happen. People should be nice to each other. The Oilers should require fewer than three rebuilds to be a perennial playoff threat. Whether or not they will happen, well, who knows what the future holds.
Second: even if he does end up on the roster, what's his role? Does he get fairly consistent top-six minutes like Conor Sheary and Jake Guentzel have in the past? Does he play a third-line role with Derick Brassard to help lengthen the scoring in the lineup? He won't be on the top power play unit, that is certain.
10. Even though Joe Thornton's production wasn't bad when he was healthy (36 points in 47 games), he has to be considered a significant injury risk going forward after tearing ligaments in both knees.
Is it possible that Thornton slowed Sharks' linemate Joe Pavelski while he was in the lineup?
This mattered for Pavelski owners because they drafted him expecting the post-Thornton points-per-game numbers. But prior to Thornton's injury, Pavelski was on pace for 59 points.
12. Minnesota's Jason Zucker is an interesting case. Over the last five seasons, there are 178 forwards with at least 4000 minutes of five-on-five time. Out of those 178 forwards, he's tied for 11th in goals per 60 minutes with Jamie Benn and James Neal. He's ahead of names like Patrick Kane, Tyler Seguin, John Tavares, and Phil Kessel. Remember, that's not a small sample. That's over 4000 minutes spanning five years and Zucker's not just among the good goal scorers, he's among the elite. It's really quite something.
The question becomes, what do we do with this information? A new GM in Minnesota is coming but most of the core is around for at least one more year. Zucker himself is an RFA, so maybe they dangle him in a trade to shake things up? Maybe they trade someone else. Maybe nothing changes. I wouldn't fret too much until both the draft and free agency have come and gone.
13. It's easy to forget Devils' Taylor Hall had a three-year stretch that saw 168 points in 173 games, so being close to a point-per-game wouldn't be a huge surprise. Coming in at 1.22 points per game – one of five players to manage at least 1.2 points per game this season and one of seven with 75-plus games played to do so since the 2013 lockout – is a deviation.
Here's the thing: nothing was terribly out of line for him at five-on-five. The Devils shot 10.3 percent with him on the ice; he had two seasons in Edmonton where the Oilers shot 10 percent with him on the ice. He scored 1.06 goals at five-on-five, not a career-high. He managed 2.38 points per 60 minutes at five-on-five, just the third-highest mark of his career. His assists per 60 minutes were nowhere near his career bests. Realistically, the five-on-five production wasn't the reason for his superb output.
The difference was on the power play, where he set a career-high with 37 power play points, by far a career best (his best prior to this year was 21, way back in 2010-11). He had 33 PPPs in 207 games over the previous three years combined.
This is where it should be noted that the league-wide power-play conversion rate (20.18 percent) was the highest since the 1980s. The Devils shot 19.1 percent with Hall on the ice on the power play, by far a career high for him. Even with the league trending to more efficient PPs, he still led the league among forwards with 200 minutes on the man advantage in this regard. It'll be very, very difficult (read: unlikely) he repeats 37 power-play points.
– James Neal has scored 20 goals in each of his NHL seasons. He has one 30-goal season and one 40-goal season. Before getting to Vegas, he was tied for 13th league-wide in goals per game for his career. He's literally one of the top goal scorers of the last decade.
– Jonathan Marchessault was coming off a 30-goal season himself and was long hailed by pockets of the hockey community as a player who just needed a legitimate shot in the NHL.
– Reilly Smith had two 50-point seasons in four full NHL campaigns, cracking 20 goals twice.
– David Perron had three 20-goal seasons from 2009 through 2014. The two seasons he didn't manage 20 goals were the lockout season and the year he played just 10 games due to injury.
– Colin Miller and Brayden McNabb were both defensemen who, like Marchessault, were often praised by certain corners of the hockey world as guys needing a legitimate opportunity to be consistent contributors.
– Shea Theodore was a first-round pick and a guy long coveted by just about any team in the league. Anaheim had to make a hard choice about which d-men to keep. They were going to lose someone good.
– Marc-Andre Fleury had one bad year before he was supplanted by Matt Murray. He was a .917 goalie in the six seasons prior to that.
17. If you need any convincing why it's not a good idea to spend like crazy on free agency, tell me if you think any of these expensive 2016 free agency signings significantly improved their teams: Kyle Okposo; Troy Brouwer; David Backes; Milan Lucic; Frans Nielsen; Loui Eriksson; Andrew Ladd.
Only one of these players (Backes) played for a playoff team, and he's already one of the most searched buyouts on Cap Friendly. The best signing that offseason – by far – was Eric Staal signing with the Wild for three years at $10.5 million. Those are the kind of contracts that teams need to sign.
I'll agree with Dobber's take on free agency except for one minor point: It'll take just two years, not three, before fans will be searching for buyouts on many of these players.
What I've learned from this that I can apply to fantasy hockey: If you play in an auction league, avoid bidding wars unless you have money to burn. It's probably not the end of the world to have a bad contract or two on your team but aim to have as many great value contracts as you possibly can.
19. One thing that we could see, if John Tavares signs elsewhere, is fantasy owners bailing on the Islanders wingers. Honestly, though, if Mathew Barzal continues on the trajectory he showed in his first season, why stay away from the Islanders top line?
At the least, Anders Lee should be a mainstay of the first trio, if anything to pump up his trade value by the deadline. Even before his 40-goal season, he averaged 26 goals per 82 games for his career. Barzal seems plenty capable of keeping him in the 30-goal range.


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The 'Lean Gains' Book Collection
"The Lean Gains" Book Collection is a total of 3 books available in various formats, and collectively written over a period of 7 years. All of the information is fact-based, and science-backed. The aim has always been to provide the reader with everything they need to know in order to burn fat, build muscle, and live a long, healthy, and vibrant life."
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Author and Proprietor of 'Lean Gains UK.'
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"Lean Gains"
by Dr Jonathan Lee
".....if you''are'' a serious sportsman then you could find that the advice in ''Lean Gains'' could lift you up to the next level of performance. Evidence suggests that diets don't work in the long term, but Lee is reassuring that it's not just down to people lacking the willpower to stick to a diet. Once we hit a plateau the natural reaction is to reduce calories and carbs - which makes the body fight even harder to retain fat. The way around this is complex- involving hormones and calorie partitioning. Don't worry - it's all fully explained, but the sad fact is that one diet or one training routine is not going to work for long.....The book is full of nuggets of information like this, but it's strongest on suggestions for the training needs of your particular sport and ideas as to the diet to be followed. He gives the pros and cons of different combinations of diet and regime and takes a hard look at dietary supplements....You'll find the FAQs at the back of the book and it's worth referring to these if you have any questions about the main content of the book.....a valuable resource..."
Sue Magee
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"The Essential Guide to Sports Nutrition and Bodybuilding"
"...everything you need to know about dieting, growing muscle, weight training, and exercise regimes is covered in immense detail within 'The Essential Guide to Sports Nutrition and Bodybuilding.'....it is clear that Dr. Lee has gone to immense detail to provide us with an easy-to-digest yet informative account detailing a huge range of relevant topics. You name it, it's all covered here. The book is divided into 3 sections. The first section focuses on 'diet and nutrition.' Dr. Lee discusses why so many diets unfortunately fail in the long term. In addition to this, he takes an objective look into veganism, meat, gut health, fasting, dietary fat, and stress management; and that's just the first third of the book. The second and third sections focus more on exercise and workout regimes......if your interests include weight training, bodybuilding, nutrition, or just overall healthy living, then this book is an essential addition to your collection......bearing in mind that this book is over 800 pages long and almost A4 in size, I would suggest using "The Essential Guide to Sports Nutrition and Bodybuilding" as an excellent reference book you should keep at home, as opposed to one you would tuck away neatly in your gym bag (unless you like carrying heavy gym bags). ...the book is packed with colour pictures, paragraph breaks, and humour to allow for easy reading..."
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"......Lean Gains offers a comprehensive approach to dropping fat and replacing it with muscle. It's rigorous, science-based, and-—hallelujah!—you don't have to live on grapefruit alone to make it work. He (Dr Lee) notes that he has "always been fascinated with medicine, sports nutrition, and the physiology of the human body" and has spent years in the gym and nutritional world. The book is jammed with details but nicely broken up with clip art so the science doesn't get overwhelming. Crisp paragraph breaks and a gentle sense of humor make for quick, enjoyable reading. The diet tips are really secondary to strength training, and there's a detailed discussion of workouts here that takes the form of an extended pros and cons list, noting why certain types of exercise can offer more lean muscle mass gain than others....Well researched and meticulously written, Lean Gains offers valuable insight into the science of weight loss."
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WE CONTINUE TO #PRESSFORPROGRESS WITH THESE INSPIRING AFRICAN WOMEN
As exceptional women continue to #PressForProgress this International Women's Day, these are five inspirational African women every African can be proud of.
Mo Abudu
Mosunmola Abudu, usually known as Mo Abudu, is a Nigerian media mogul, media personality, philanthropist, and former human resources management consultant. She is the founder of Ebony Life Television, Africa's first global multi-broadcast entertainment network and has been recognized by Forbes Media as the first African woman to launch a Pan-African TV channel among numerous accolades. She is truly an inspirational woman.
She is the critically acclaimed author of Purple Hibiscus (2003), Half of a Yellow Sun (2006), Americanah (2013) The Thing Around Your Neck (2009) and We Should All Be Feminists (2014) to name a few. Her literary works are acclaimed for their honesty and sheer homage to African culture and pride and call for drastic social change particularly in regards to women's rights. She has received prestigious awards for her literary works such as The O. Henry Prize, the David T. Wong International Short Story Prize and the Commonwealth Writers' Prize to mention a few. She is regarded as one of the most powerful voices on feminism.
Saran Kaba Jones
Saran Kaba Jones is a clean water advocate and social entrepreneur from Liberia. She founded FACE Africa, a nonprofit organisation that provides marginalised communities with clean and safe drinking water for thousands of Liberians. Sara Kaba Jones is not just making Africa proud, but she is enriching the lives of people in her country through her foundation.
Uzo Aduba, popularly known for her role as "crazy eyes" in the television drama, Orange is The New Black. She has been involved in several movies and short films and has gained major recognition for her roles. She is a source of motivation and inspiration to African's at home and in the diaspora.
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A large window allows natural light to shed onto this soothing master bathroom created by Willowbrook Design. The cool colored tile curving around the bathtub in addition to the sturdy cabinets and the elegant Mother of Pearl sink, all help to contribute to the calming aura of this space.
The rich colors of the drapes and the large, commanding tiles give this master bathroom, created by homeowners and designers Garry and Kathy Palmer, a regal feel, helped along by a chest of drawers tucked away in the corner and a classic white clawfoot bathtub.
Rather than fuss around with opaque doors and stylish shower curtains, the builders at Novum Custom Homes decided to incorporate privacy measures right into the build of the bathroom. The curved wall, covered with colorful mosaic glass tile, creates a barrier between the bathtub and walk-thru shower.
Designed by Notion, LLC., the dark wood and stone used throughout this area help to create a traditional lodge-like look, while a suspended mirror adds a touch of personality.
The color palette used in this particular master bathroom, which was designed by Voltage, Inc., focuses on calming browns and whites, which when paired together, create a calming atmosphere that would put any spa to shame. Helping to further reinforce the spa-like atmosphere is a muted lighting design and a lack of bright wall art.
This bathroom really embraces a spa-like atmosphere with a bathtub situated back in its own alcove, surrounded by calming colors.
The patterned carpet, paired with the lamp, adds a little personality to this bathroom, which was built by Heinlen & Follmer. These accessories also help to take this space out of the stereotypical bathroom design and introduce a new way to decorate a bathroom.
Unlike most master bathrooms that use warm colors and neutrals, this bathroom created by Remodeling Designs goes totally against the grain with shocking blue walls and black cabinetry, all of which is reflected in the mirror embedded in the ceiling, which creates a colorful optical illusion that enlarges the area.
The clean lines and basic colors used by interior designers George T. Mazas and Stephan Grgic in this design help to give it a simplistic feel, further enhanced by the lack of colorful decorations.
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Mathias Pogba Claims His Brother Wants To Leave Manchester United In Shocking Interview
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Last updated 7:42 AM, Friday August 16 2019 GMT+1
Mathias Pogba claims his brother wants to leave Manchester United and believes the midfielder could move before the Spanish transfer window slams shut.
The 26-year-old has previously expressed his desire to leave the Premier League side, most notably back in June when he publicly announced that it "could be a good time to move elsewhere."
But these comments from his older sibling have only cast further doubt on his future at Old Trafford.
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In an extraordinary interview with Spanish TV show El Chiringuito, the 28-year-old, who currently plays at Spanish third division side CD Manchego, praised Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane.
"Zidane is one of the greats and I think that if the club give him what he wants, he won't have a problem." he said.
"But if they don't give it to him, he's going to have a hard time because what he wants is not going to happen, because right now it's a little late.
"My brother is missing and I think he needs another midfielder. Of course Florentino [Perez] can get him, nothing is impossible in life. I don't think he's worth 200 million, but now the football world is like that, Manchester are going to ask for a lot, but not 200.
"It's a delicate situation but the player has his personal goals, if you have to leave, well, that's it."
Mathias Pogba then went on to claim "anything can happen" ahead of the Spanish transfer window closing on September 2.
"If you can't stay and play where you are, you can stay and you're done." he told El Chiringuito.
"I can't assure you that he is going to stay at United. We know he wanted to move, but he's not to blame. He's waiting. He works hard and we'll see what happens.
"In football you never know. Until September 2 everything can happen. My brother's dream is to win the Champions League."
Pogba was then asked by a fan whether he could convince his brother to move to Los Blancos. "Friend, I'll have words with my brother but I can't do everything so you'll have to wait like the rest." he said.
Earlier this summer Pogba discussed his future at Old Trafford and a potential 'new challenge'. Speaking in Japan, the World Cup winner explained:
"There is a lot of talking and a lot of thinking as well," he told bEIN Sports.
"For me, I have been for three years in Manchester and have been doing great; some good moments and some bad moments, like everybody. Like everywhere else.
"After this season and everything that happened this season, with my season being my best season as well... I think for me it could be a good time to have a new challenge somewhere else.
"I am thinking of this: to have a new challenge somewhere else."
"After this season and everything that happened this season, with my season being my best season as well... I think for me it could be a good time to have a new challenge somewhere else."
Paul Pogba wants OUT of #MUFC! #beINPL pic.twitter.com/SruMElQN66
- beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) June 16, 2019
Thoughts on Mathias' comments? Do you think Paul Pogba should leave Manchester United before the Spanish transfer window slams shut?
Let us know in the comments.
Topics: Paul Pogba, Football News, Football, Manchester United, Premier League, Interview
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Jack Kenmare is a writer at SPORTbible. He's interviewed some of the biggest names in sport, including Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Pele, Carles Puyol and Tim Henman. He dabbles in all things sport but football is his biggest passion. He was once hit in the head by a wayward strike from Nicky Butt and lived to tell the tale.
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Education Support Officer (Quality)
Grade 6: - £27,929 - £34,308 per annum
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Contracted Hours per Week: 35
Closing Date: 05-Dec-2022, 7:59:00 AM
Job Title: Education Support Officer (Quality)
Department: Academic Office (Curriculum, Learning & Assessment Service)
Salary range: £27,929 - £34,308 per annum
The closing date for applications is Sunday 4th December 2022, at midnight.
At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. Whether you are at the very start, middle or end of your career, there is a role for you. We believe everyone has their own unique skills to offer.
We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.
Further information about the University can be found here.
The Role and Department
The University offers an education that is challenging, difficult, enabling and transformative. The Curriculum, Learning & Assessment Service (CLAS) supports this offering.
Working for the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education), we develop and implement educational guidance, policy and regulations. We manage engagement with external educational bodies and reviews, support the University's Education Committee (and its sub-committees), run and analyse Durham's national student surveys, and publish and maintain the University's regulations and handbooks. We work directly with departments and faculties, overseeing quality assurance and enhancement processes, and managing progress and examination processes for research degree students. We oversee student appeals and academic misconduct processes, and run the University's matriculation and graduation ceremonies. Our Common Awards Team manages the national Common Awards partnership, working with the Church of England and Theological Educational Institute (TEIs) partners across England, Scotland and Wales.
CLAS is part of the Academic Office. The Academic Office provides a professional administrative support service to staff, students and potential students of Durham University.
The Academic Registrar is the head of the department and is responsible to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) for its management. The following services fall under the remit of the Academic Office:
Curriculum, Learning and Assessment Service (CLAS)
Student Immigration and Funding
Student Registry
All of the services are based at the Palatine Centre in Durham City.
This role will support the operation of the University's quality assurance processes for programme and partnership development. Working with the Head of Section and Senior Education Policy Officer, the postholder will provide formal support for the University's Quality & Standards Committee, and other related committees and bodies (such as the CMA Steering Group). Working with the faculty-linked Education Support Officers in CLAS, the postholder will support new proposals as they are taken for formal approval within the University. This will include providing support for the programme academic review process, and partnership and other approval panels. The postholder will work with colleagues to ensure that information relating to new programmes in accurate in light of external regulations (such as the requirements of the Office for Students).
The postholder will also help to coordinate non-standard curriculum development activities (including modules for credit bearing and non-credit bearing continuing professional development), liaising with staff across the University, and supporting University responses to changing external regulatory requirements. The postholder will provide wider support across the office as required. This may include support for and coordination of sub-committees and other groups, working on process and policy enhancement, and helping to develop and maintain sources of guidance and information (such as the Learning and Teaching Handbook).
As part of their role, the postholder will collaborate closely with colleagues in CLAS, the wider Academic Office, other professional support services, and in academic departments and faculties.
Working at Durham
A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: you will also receive access to the following fantastic benefits:
27 Days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year – a total of 39 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year.
No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies.
Lots of support for health and wellbeing including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme.
On site nursery is available and children's clubs in the summer holidays.
Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, which are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers).
There is a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities.
The opportunity to take part in staff volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community
Discounts are available via our benefits portal including; money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, the cinema and days out at various attractions.
We offer generous pension schemes.
Durham University is committed to equality diversity, inclusion and values
Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. It's important to us that all of our colleagues are aligned to both our values and commitment to EDI.
We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role.
What you need to demonstrate when you apply/Person Specification
When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criteria has an asterisk* next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered.
Your application should cover the following criteria:
Essential Criteria
Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience).
Excellent written communication skills and the ability to draft reports for committees and other meetings.
Excellent presentation and oral communication skills.
Experience of providing advice and guidance to a range of stakeholders and colleagues, including more senior colleagues.
Excellent team working skills and the ability to work co-operatively as part of a team across institutional boundaries.
Time management skills with the ability to balance the conflicting demands, work to deadlines and deliver under pressure.
The ability to use own judgement and initiative to solve problems.
Excellent attention to detail and an ability to maintain accuracy whilst working under pressure.
Experience of implementing complex policy and procedures effectively and efficiently.
Strong digital competence with demonstrable skills in using core digital tools including internet, email, digital communication tools, Microsoft 365 applications, digital booking system, project planning, financial systems.
Evidence of personal development to maintain skills.
Desirable Criteria
Experience of committee support, not necessarily in a work environment.
Knowledge and experience of ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines, and the ability to develop and maintain an understanding of changing external requirements.
Experience of working in Higher Education or a related area/.
To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. Where there are desirable criteria we would also urge you to provide any relevant evidence. Please don't forget to check if there is any weighted criteria (see above).
While some criteria will be considered at the shortlisting stage, other criteria may be considered later in the assessment process, such as questions at interview.
We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points during the process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to ensure you receive all emails
What you are required to submit:
A CV
A covering letter and/or statement which shows examples of how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification
If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role, please contact Andy Rennie (andrew.rennie@durham.ac.uk).
Typical Role Requirements
Specialist support with problem solving and query handling.
Reactive and proactive service provision with others to deliver an excellent stakeholder experience.
Interpret, curate, design and present information, data, equipment and resources.
Monitor and report incidents.
Carry out more in-depth investigations, searches and research information and data to identify trends and patterns.
Accountable for managing/maintaining financial and budget records and reconciling consumable expenditure queries.
Ensure activities, guidance, policy and published information comply with internal University and external regulation, policy and procedures.
Ensure accuracy by instituting recognised and routine checks, assessment criteria and techniques.
Record data and information accurately, provide reports and distribute information to key stakeholders in the process or service.
A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University's values.
Planning and Organising
Plan and organise own workload with or without involvement with project work streams.
Manage and organise relevant curriculum and committee processes, activities and resources to achieve defined targets and outcomes.
Develop, implement and enforce recognised procedures in relation to quality assurance and curriculum development to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements and meet University values of inclusion, diversity and participation, coordinating effort and working collaboratively with academic departments and professional support services.
Manage and organise professional business and administrative service processes, activities, events and/or resources to achieve defined targets and outcomes.
Develop, implement and enforce recognised procedures to ensure compliance, co-ordinate effort and contribute to team goals.
Support the capture of business requirements from users and work with colleagues to translate these into recommendations for future service provision.
Communication and Networking
Relationship building, network participation internally and externally to build and update knowledge and skills.
Engage with external peers and specialists to exchange knowledge and information.
Supervises service users and stakeholders undertaking activities, events, project work and exhibitions.
Contribute to business meetings, working groups and committees to help shape service delivery and stakeholder expectations.
Use a range of digital media and tools to communicate with a diverse range of key stakeholders, both verbally and in written format who may need to access information across different geographic and time zones.
Develop, plan and deliver internal and external events and activities for stakeholders.
Establish, maintain and develop productive and ongoing relationships with stakeholders to influence perception of the University.
Experienced service practitioner, planning and co-ordinating of projects and work streams with inter-related activities.
Take responsibility for day to day decision making within own area of responsibility for operational aspects of service delivery, translating external requirements into practical application and advice.
Provide professional guidance and advice to staff and students with the operational running of budgets, processes, data and information recording and assessment data.
Any other reasonable duties.
Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement https://www.durham.ac.uk/about-us/governance/information-governance/privacy-notices/privacy-notices/job-applicants/ which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data.
When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.
DBS Requirement: Not Applicable.
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