insideKENT Magazine Issue 49 - April 2016 | Page 11

BLUEWATER BLUEWATER YOURS TO EXPLORE BLUEWATER HAS OVER 300 STORES AND FREE, EXTRA-WIDE PARKING PLUS, THERE’S OVER 50 RESTAURANTS AND THE 13-SCREEN SHOWCASE CINEMA DE LUX. THERE’S SO MUCH MORE TO EXPLORE ON EVERY VISIT TO BLUEWATER… LE CREUSET TEAM GET CREATIVE IN THE KITCHEN EVERY WEEKEND HOSTING THE BEST OF KENT Throughout April, Bluewater is hosting a unique collection of popups showcasing the ‘Best of Kent’. Rochester-based Mini Mi is a haven for beautiful clothing, toys and décor. It’s for small and big kids alike, boasts the best in Scandinavian, European and US children’s design from 0 months upwards and provides grownups with something too. Chegworth Farm Shop stocks delicious organic, local produce including their award-winning juices. They now have over 20 Great Taste Awards and two of their specialist juices were awarded One Gold Star in the Great Taste Awards 2015 – Apple & Ginger and Organic Apple & Beetroot Juice. Leeds Castle celebrates 900 years of history and is bringing some of that to life at Bluewater! Children can join in the fun with medieval dressing up and have their photo taken in knight’s armour. Every weekend, the Le Creuset team at Bluewater demonstrate their premium cookware and bakeware by rustling up deliciousness for you to enjoy! Watch them prepare in the morning, then pop back to taste the end result. Enjoy a glass of wine or Prosecco whilst sampling the day’s creation – from warming casseroles and roasts to lovely cakes and puddings. Le Creuset have the pot, pan or dish in a choice of colours and materials to suit your cooking style, including cast iron, 3-ply stainless steel, toughened non-stick, bakeware, stoneware, kitchen utensils and wine accessories. DID YOU KNOW? It takes 120 hours to create one Le Creuset pot. COFFEE THE NESPRESSO WAY The boutique in Bluewater is the first Nespresso boutique worldwide to trial a new personalised customer experience. Their Coffee Specialists are equipped with a tablet which allows them to take orders on the go, with no need for customers to queue. If you’re unsure where to start, their Coffee Specialists will talk you through their full range of machines and accessories, then you can try their Grands Crus at the dedicated Tasting Bar. They’ll ask you about your tastes and preferences to find your perfect coffee option. For your chance to WIN an annual family pass to Leeds Castle answer the following question: How many years of history is Leeds Castle celebrating? Their recycling and pick-up services are also available for Club Members’ convenience. Send your answer to competition@bluewate r.co.uk with the subject line ‘Leeds Castle competition’, along with your name, address and date of birth by 1st May 2016 (inclusive). DID YOU KNOW? When we go to sleep our sense of smell goes to sleep too, and only turns on again just before we wake up – which is why for many people the smell of coffee in the morning is such a powerful experience. Terms and conditions apply see bluewater.co.uk COMPLIMENTARY TREATMENTS FROM AVEDA A pioneer in the green cosmetics world, Aveda offers high performance products using plant-based ingredients to meet your hair, skin and lifestyle needs. Visit their Experience Centre on the Upper Rose Gallery for a Signature Aveda Ritual: stress-relieving scalp and shoulder massage. Or, if a facial is more your thing, pre-book a complimentary 20-minute facial tailored to your needs – just call 0370 192 5788. And, if your hair is in a frizz, Aveda can perform a Healthy Hair and Scalp check-up too, so you can learn which products best suit your hair type. bluewater.co.uk 11 @tweetbluewater