Sisters behind Belfast boutique inspired by dad's entrepreneurial spirit: ‘We always talked business at the dinner table'
Founders of Maven high-end furniture store on Lisburn Road say parents a big influence on their decision to take plunge
For sisters Patricia and Catherine McGinnis, Father's Day is a chance to thank their dad for passing on his entrepreneurial genes.
Owners of Maven, a high-end furniture store on Belfast's Lisburn Road, the sisters — two of five siblings — have learned plenty of business lessons from dad John, owner of The McGinnis Group.
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Sisters behind Belfast boutique inspired by dad's entrepreneurial spirit: ‘We always talked business at the dinner table'
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Men's fragrances including Hugo Boss, Tom Ford and Creed are 25% off in new sale
Men's fragrances including Hugo Boss, Tom Ford and Creed are 25% off in new sale Whether it's a last minute Father's Day present, a birthday or a treat for yourself, there's now a way to get classic scents cheaper Buy Mont Blanc Explorer from as little as £31 (Image: OFFSCENT ) With Father's Day almost upon us, anyone searching for a last minute gift could still snap up a great deal on men's designer fragrance. From timeless classics to bold modern scents, online fragrance retailer OFFSCENT includes discounts on top picks from brands like Dior, Tom Ford, Versace and Creed. A new scent is always a thoughtful and practical gift, perfect for any occasion. With 25% off selected men's fragrances, shoppers could bag for an upcoming birthday or getting a head start on Christmas. Those who left it too late for Father's Day, OFFSCENT offers one to three days free shipping on orders over £50, making it a good opportunity to buy now, show dad then give him the present later. Shoppers have until 11:59 on June 30 to take advantage of the discount using code FATHERSDAY25 at checkout. READ MORE: Woman loses four stone and keeps weight off for five years without giving up ice cream READ MORE: Mountain Warehouse raincoat 'ideal for milder days' is half price at Debenhams The brand lists well-known designer names as well as more niche, hard-to-find fragrances. Fans of luxury fragrances can save on the popular Mont Blanc Explorer 30ml, reduced to £31.55 with code. The distinctive woody-aromatic-leather Eau de Parfum balances fresh Italian Bergamot with rich Vetiver and Patchouli for a bold, refined scent. It also comes in the larger 60ml size for £48.06, 100ml for £64.20 and 200ml for £85.19 after discount. Another sought after scent is the Paco Rabanne Invictus Eau de Toilette. A refreshing and masculine scent with bright citrus and sea notes, on top of an earthy base of ambergris, woods, and patchouli, the 50ml size is reduced from £116.13 to £67 with code. Other sizes are available including a handy travel size 15ml bottle priced at £28 after discount. Save 25% on men's fragrances at OFFSCENT Various OFFSCENT Buy Now Product Description The Father's Day deal runs until June, 30. With a huge selection of scents to choose from some other highlights include Davidoff Cool Water now £20.25 for 75ml bottle, Hugo Boss Bottled 50ml now £27 and Paco Rabanne Ultraviolet Man, now £39 for 100ml. For men who want nothing but the best, the discount code helps make even the most expensive fragrances a little bit easier on the wallet. A 30ml bottle of Creed Aventus Eau de Parfum, for example, comes down from £220 to £165, while Tom Ford Noir Extreme Eau de Parfum 50ml is now just £79.50. Save 25% on premium scents like Creed Aventus (Image: OFFSCENT ) If OFFSETT don't have the right deal, Boots is currently offering 20% off selected men's fragrances including DIOR Sauvage Eau de Toilette 100ml reduced from £104 to £89 and BOSS Bottled Eau de Toilette 50ml reduced from £59 to £44.25. Elsewhere, Superdrug also has deals on men's fragrance including 67% off Versace The Dreamer For Him Eau de Toilette 100ml, now on sale for just £24. At the time of writing, OFFSCENT has only two reviews so far on Trustpilot. One shopper was pleased with their purchase, saying: " Fast delivery and original designer perfumes. Great customer support!" A second left a more detailed review which said: "Saw their feature just at the right time when I was searching for a gift for my husband. Visited them, bought a few gifts crossing my fingers and hoping it would come in time - it did!" The scents, however, speak for themselves. Fans of Tom Ford Noir Extreme have given the scent glowing reviews on the fragrance review forum, Base Notes. One buyer described it as: "Oriental, elegant and mature," adding: !I really like it. It should be used on some special occasions, not when you go to gym. I get compliments every time I wear it." Another added: "Ultimate intoxication in a bottle…gosh this is addictive, sexy and yet very classy and black-tie ready." Some felt it was a little strong, with one reviewer going as far as to call it "an overwhelming mistake." An excellent bargain buy, Hugo Boss Bottled is another popular choice. One wearer described it as: "Wonderful and sexy stuff that can be used throughout the year." Article continues below Another said: "Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is probably the best of Hugo Boss. It is sweet but NOT cloying. Its really classy and masculine." While most appreciated the scents subtle top notes of cinnamon, apple and cedarwood, one fragrance fan was less keen, calling it "a mass market perfume" while another said it felt "weak and watered down."
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Seven months after closing plant-based food truck Roots at Aberdeen beach, the owner Nick Coetzer has launched Uprooted. The new food truck will appear at Aberdeen beach with pop-ups, serving 'one-off' menus including dishes like steak or aubergine frites. The first pop-up on June 7 was a success, says Nick. 'It was great,' he says. 'It's been a long time since I've been in a food truck. 'It was amazing to see all the new faces and so much support there. 'I was really happy with how it all went. 'On the first pop-up it rained, and there were still people queuing in the rain – that was pretty amazing to see! 'I'm quite humbled. I'm always super grateful.' The new Uprooted food truck serves a small, curated menu, and there will be a second pop-up this coming Sunday, June 15, 12-4pm. Nick, 42, closed Roots food truck seven months ago. 'I just felt like Roots had come to its natural end,' he explains. 'For myself professionally wise, I didn't want to carry on doing something that had run its course. 'I wanted to do something a little bit different and something more sustainable for myself. 'There was nothing wrong with the business, but it was physically taking a toll. I had a couple of surgeries.' The chef has been delighted to step back into a food truck, and get to meet both new and old customers at Uprooted. 'There's nowhere to hide in a food truck,' he laughs. 'As a chef, it is a real joy to not only cook their order, but physically pass the dish into their hands. 'They've waited there, they've queued and they have been patient. 'You're in touch with your customers – not just in the kitchen where you don't see what's going on. 'It really keeps that standard high, and you make sure everything goes out as perfectly as you can make it.' The new pop-ups allow Nick flexibility with opening times, but also with the menu. The previous menu at Roots was entirely plant-based, but at Uprooted on Aberdeen beach there is a broader choice available. This changes with each pop-up, too. 'These pop-ups allow me to blend a bit of everything together,' Nick says. 'It's about running small specials, and each one I can focus on it being as good as it can be. 'Keep it simple, keep the food good, and make it something I can maintain.' The menu for the first pop-up last weekend included classic steak frites: hanger steak served with seasoned, skin-on fries topped with either whisky peppercorn or chimichurri sauce. The plant-based option consisted of panko-breaded aubergine with katsu curry sauce, served with seasoned, skin-on fries, pickled red cabbage, fresh chilli and coriander and toasted sesame seeds. For this Sunday, the menu is all about burgers. A double smash cheeseburger is on the menu for Father's Day, with two patties inside a toasted brioche bun, topped with caramelised brown butter onions, sauce, pickles and American cheese. There is also the option to add bacon jam. The veggie option is a hot fried aubergine burger in a brioche bun alongside ranch sauce, cheese, pickled red cabbage and lettuce. Nick adds: 'Generally with the pop-ups at the moment, whatever the theme is, we have one meat version and one plant-based version.'
