Meet the Locals

Artist Stephanie Villalba and her team of tutors are providing all ages with the chance to learn classical artistic skills and be creative in an inspiring studio space

Toby Walker started learning the violin aged five and Charlotte Clemson at three. Both are proud ‘Suzuki kids’ – they followed the teaching philosophy of Dr Shinichi Suzuki – and they have now opened a Suzuki school at the Rocks Lane Multi-Sports Centre in Chiswick. Dr Suzuki developed a unique method that enables children to play to their best ability while absorbing key life skills at the same time. ‘Children start young (three-plus) when skills are easily mastered and they learn in a natural way by listening and repeating,’ explains Toby. ‘Lessons are on a one-to-one and group basis; making music is about communicating, so playing socially from the beginning is vital.’

Get in shape in the great outdoors with Bianca Sainty’s tailor-made fitness sessions

Killik & Co has been advising clients how to save, plan and invest for nearly 30 years

Bertotti Pure Italian: A Taste Of Summer – Scoop up some ice cream delight

Avanti: A Taste Of The Mediterranean – Serving tempting tapas and stone-baked pizzas, Avanti is a family-friendly restaurant

The Chairman & Son: Craftsman at Work – Upholstering and making fine furniture

Hearing Well: Sounds Good – Combining professional expertise and personal service, Deepak Jagota of Hearing Well is spreading the joy of better hearing

Thinking of letting your home? If so, you can take advantage of a special offer

Investing in new carpet or flooring? Whether you know an Axminster from a Saxony, the Herdmans will give excellent personal service

One of the area’s best-kept secrets, Richmond Vault offers high quality dining and an amazing array of local and international beers If you’ve never ventured down the exterior stairs of Richmond Vault, you’ll probably be very surprised. Located under two Georgian buildings, it is far from the gloomy cellar dive that you might expect to find. Rather, it’s a spacious multi-level labyrinth full of cosy nooks and crannies. Charles Rahbani, the young entrepreneur who co-runs the friendly family business, is a man who really knows his beers – both local and international – and he’s always on the look-out for unique, seasonal ales. The Vault’s bar currently stocks over 80 bottled craft beers and 12 rotational cask or keg ales on tap; customers are always welcome to sample the tap beers before making a final decision on their drink of choice. Charles is fortunate to have the support of his father, John, in managing the Vault. John himself is a successful restaurateur with many years experience and he’s always on-hand to guide and advise and maintain standards. In particular, John has focused on improving and refining the dining experience, adding new dishes to the menu and making sure that all […]