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The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Why chef Stuart Ralston is closing Aizle in Edinburgh
'I wanted to work with producers who really care about what they grow and make people happy with our food,' Ralston said when announcing the closure online last month. 'Over the past 11 years, we have moved homes, met brilliant people along the way and grown into something to be proud of. 'We achieved what we set out to do.' Citing plans to shift his attention fully onto the three other restaurants in his group (fine dining venture, Lyla, NYC izakaya-inspired Noto, and pasta-focused Tipo) Ralston has said that the option to leave his lease was the initial catalyst for Aizle's closure. Read more: From washing dishes to a Michelin Star -Edinburgh chef celebrates win "There was no rash decision made overnight," he told The Herald. "It is very emotional, and something that I've been thinking over for months and months. 'If we wanted to keep going with Aizle, we could have, but when the option to leave our lease came up, I had to judge it accordingly and ask myself if it was worth staying. 'Within the restaurant group, my attitude has always been that if we're not constantly evolving, then there's no point in doing it. 'Aizle is the only restaurant in our group that is not fully independent, and because the Kimpton Hotel owns the site, there's only so much we can do with it. 'I love it so much as a brand, and it's given me everything I've ever wanted out of life. "Because of that, it's an entity that deserves more than just to be flogging a dead horse for any longer than I feel is needed.' Pictured: Aizle serves a 'blind tasting menu' revolving around produce from Scotland's larder (Image: Supplied) After securing his Michelin Star in February this year, Ralston now spends the bulk of his time at Royal Terrace restaurant Lyla, which has been fully booked since the win. 'The global recognition for the Michelin Guide means that it can bring a lot of attention to a city like [[Edinburgh]], or even Scotland, and to be a part of that makes you feel really good about what you've contributed to the industry as a whole,' he said. 'That's not something I ever really considered when I was younger. All I thought about was cooking in a restaurant. 'I spent a long time away from home working in New York and Barbados, so when I came back to Edinburgh, I was a total nobody starting from scratch. 'That means it's taken slightly longer than I wanted to get to this point, but now I feel like the most important thing you can do is leave a bit of a legacy behind you. 'I try to say it as often as I can, so hopefully the message gets out there, but I'm lucky to have incredible people around that support me as well as the restaurants. 'It's not just me cooking all this food. The group has around a hundred staff, so it's nice to see everybody get to celebrate something like our Michelin Star at Lyla.' These staff members are at the forefront of Ralston's mind ahead of Aizle's closure, with talk of a potential restaurant opening that would create new roles for his talented team members. 'Now I feel my main responsibility is to the staff, and I want to make sure that they've got other opportunities within the group. 'If I can make that happen, then I'll feel alright about it all." With just a few weeks left until the final service at Aizle on Sunday, September 21, this summer will be bittersweet for the Glenrothes-born chef as he prepares to say goodbye to the restaurant which started it all for him in Edinburgh. 'Closing a restaurant is a new experience for me, but what has made it a bit easier was the response we got when we put out the post on social media announcing the news," he said. 'There's such an overwhelming number of comments from people who have made special memories at Aizle. 'I'm proud to know that from a small, very casual restaurant on Leonard Street, which was opened with only around 25 grand, I've managed to build a group that's now become successful. "Aizle was the foundation for everything else to stand on. 'I'd say that, as well as the people who have stuck with me throughout the 11 years or started with us and have gone on to do great things of their own, is the most important thing we've achieved.' Aizle is located at 38 Charlotte Square in Edinburgh. For more information, visit
News.com.au
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Aussie model's ‘inappropriate' sheer wedding guest outfit slammed
An Aussie model stunned onlookers after arriving at Sting's daughter's wedding dressed in a completely see-through bodysuit, and it's since been dubbed 'the most inappropriate outfit of all time'. Nicole Trunfio, 39, who is the founder of maternity fashion label Bumpsuit, attended the Italian wedding of the rocker's daughter, Fuchsia Kate Sumner, and her partner Max Wright. As the happy couple tied the knot during a lavish three-day celebration in the small town of Noto, Sicily, many couldn't help but notice Trunfio, who arrived in a very eye-catching outfit. At the pre-wedding gathering on Friday, the Australian-Italian model wore a black bodysuit with sheer leggings that made sure all eyes were on her. Adding to the daring look, the black briefs of the bodysuit were also see-through, leaving little to the imagination, with her bottom nearly fully on display. The plunging neckline drew all eyes to her from every angle, and her strappy black heels made her legs look longer. She accessorised with an oversized gold cross necklace, maybe as a nod to Italy's long tradition of religious iconography, but it contrasted sharply with her otherwise risqué outfit. Meanwhile, bride-to-be Sumner, 43, who is an actress and director, wore a lace mermaid gown by Valentino with a high neck and open back. She balanced the look with a relaxed low ponytail and chunky white wedges. Her fiance also played it casual, sporting maroon trousers and a salmon pink shirt. Family members attending included Sting, 73, and his wife Trudie Styler, 71, who is the stepmother of the bride. Styler, a film producer, looked stunning in a figure-hugging butter-yellow silk gown with long sleeves and a crew neckline. She finished the outfit with gold chain body jewellery and flat sandals. Sting opted for a simple blue shirt, left unbuttoned at the top, paired with black trousers. Sumner's mum, Frances Tomelty, Sting's first wife, was also there, wearing a flowy shirt dress, sunhat, and floral sandals. The event featured a street party and an Italian marching band. But despite the laid-back vibe, many felt the model's outfit was out of place and maybe even stole some of the bride's spotlight. One person called it the 'most inappropriate wedding outfit of all time,' while another described it as 'over the top trashy'. Some questioned if it was 'Australian fashion,' and others called her 'another bare-all Aussie'. Many simply saw it as attention-seeking behaviour. 'Insecure and envious 'friend' to behave like that at a wedding,' one remarked. 'Zero respect as a wedding guest,' another said. 'Stealing the bride's thunder,' a third agreed. It comes after Kylie Jenner made a similar fashion faux pas at the Sanchez Bezos wedding last month. The 27-year-old made a statement in a tightly corsetted satin dress with a bustier bodice and dainty black bows. Some said she committed the ultimate wedding sin, as fans quickly pointed out her dress was a touch too close to white. However, reps for the dress brand insisted it was actually 'icy blue'.
The Mainichi
15-07-2025
- Climate
- The Mainichi
Japan agency aims to better predict 'linear precipitation bands' as rain disasters worsen
TOKYO -- As Japan faces increasingly severe damage from intense rainfall brought on by a weather phenomenon called "linear precipitation bands" in summer through autumn, the country's weather agency has stepped up, issuing advance notifications and urging caution in light of disasters such as last year's record Noto Peninsula rainfall. A linear rainband forms when clusters of developed cumulonimbus clouds continuously emerge in a line and move over or remain nearly stationary in the same area. It's a band-shaped zone of intense rainfall that stretches approximately 50 to 300 kilometers in length and 20 to 50 km in width. The phenomenon was present during the 2014 Hiroshima landslide disaster, and the 2017 northern Kyushu and 2018 Western Japan floods. The Japanese term for "linear precipitation band" gained widespread attention in the mid-2010s and was even nominated for U-Can Inc.'s annual new words and buzzwords award in 2017. Since 2022, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has been providing alerts about the likely formation of these rainbands around half a day in advance to facilitate timely evacuations. Previously, such warnings were issued by broad region, such as the "Tokai region" or "Shikoku region," but since May 2024, warnings are now released at the more specific prefectural level. However, much about how these bands form remains unclear, making accurate forecasting with current technology extremely challenging. In 2024, the JMA issued 81 such alerts, but heavy rain actually occurred just eight times -- a "hit rate" of roughly 10%. Linear precipitation bands were confirmed 21 times throughout the year, but no alert had been issued on 13 of those. Notably, the agency failed to predict events on the Sea of Japan side, such as July's heavy rain centered on north Japan's Yamagata Prefecture and the September Noto disaster. To improve accuracy, the agency has expanded real-time observations on the Sea of Japan this year, in addition to the East China Sea and the Pacific. When heavy rainfall is forecast, research vessels now sail the Sea of Japan as well, collecting atmospheric moisture data, alongside upper-level air pressure and humidity measurements to predict the emergence of these rainbands. Authorities also warn that in summer especially, severe rain disasters can be caused by rapidly developing cumulonimbus clouds even in the absence of linear precipitation bands. The JMA offers the "Kikikuru" hazard distribution map that displays the risk levels of landslides or flooding, while the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism provides real-time river disaster information, including flood forecasts and evacuation notices.
The Sun
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Model's completely see-through outfit for Sting's daughter's wedding branded ‘most inappropriate of all time' by fans
WHEN it comes to weddings all eyes should always be on the bride. That's why when a model turned up to Sting 's daughter's nuptials wearing a completely see-through dress - it was branded the "most inappropriate outfit of all time" by fans. 8 8 8 The rocker's eldest daughter Fuschia Kate Sumner, 43, wed fiance Max Wright at the weekend, but one guest threatened to steal the bride's thunder. The newlyweds tied the knot in Italy in an extravagant three-day ceremony in the Sicilian town of Noto. Proud dad Sting, 73, walked his beloved daughter, who goes by Kate, down the aisle. The bride wore a stunning lacy floor length wedding dress. However, Australian model Nicole Trunfio appeared to try and upstage the bride This is because she arrived wearing a sheer black outfit that left very little to the imagination. As Nicole strutted her stuff into the wedding, heads couldn't help but turn as jaws dropped. The brunette stunner opted for a completely see-through outfit that plunged at the front. Her sheer black underwear, that rode all the way up to her hips, could be seen underneath, and her bottom was almost completely on show. Nicole finished her racy look with sheer stockings and sky high black heels. Sting's son joins the police and says he has landed his dream job She accessorised with a huge cross around her neck with a black tie. Some fans were left disgruntled when they saw the model's outrageous ensemble, with one even saying that it was the "most inappropriate wedding outfit of all time". Despite Nicole's daring look, all eyes were still on Sting's daughter Kate as he walked her down the aisle to meet her groom. The actress wed long term partner Max, a creative director in the arts and tech space, in front of family and close friends. 8 8 Along with her famous dad, other guests included her step mum Trudie Styler. They were joined by Kate's older brother, musician Joe Sumner, 48, who reportedly treated guests to a live performance on his guitar. Kate, whose mother is Sting's first wife Frances Tomelty, was also joined by her half-siblings from his marriage to Trudie. This included maid-of-honour Mickey, 41, actor Eliot, 34, filmmaker Jake, 40, and actor Giacomo, 29.
Daily Mail
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Is this the most inappropriate wedding outfit ever? Aussie model shocks as she wears sheer outfit and see-through underwear to Sting's daughter's nuptials in Sicily
An Aussie model threatened to steal the spotlight at the wedding of Sting's daughter Fuchsia Kate Sumner and her long-time partner Max Wright over the weekend. The happy couple tied the knot in Italy with an extravagant three-day ceremony in the Sicilian town of Noto. And while many guests were enraptured with the blushing bride, some couldn't take their eyes off Nicole Trunfio, who arrived in a very racy, sheer ensemble. The brunette beauty left little to the imagination as she flaunted her figure in a completely see-through black outfit. Her black underwear could be seen underneath as it sat high on her hips, with the frock also featuring a daring, low-cut neckline. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The completely see-through stockings clung to Nicole's figure and she finished off the look with strappy black heels. Her jewellery included a large gold ring and a huge cross secured around her neck with a black tie. Nicole added a classic leopard print clutch from Alexander McQueen to her ensemble—a designer bag which can be found secondhand for upwards of $1,400. The model finished her look with natural makeup, preferring to let her genetically blessed features shine through, and added a wave to her dark tresses. Meanwhile, Sting's daughter, who goes by Kate, looked stunning in a lace bridal gown as she kissed her groom during their extravagant pre-wedding street bash on Friday. Kate married Max in a glamorous three-day celebration in the Sicilian town of Noto over the weekend. The actress and director tied the knot with Max, a creative director in the arts and tech space, in front of family and close friends. Pictures showed the nepo baby having the time of her life with her then-fiancé before they tied the knot the morning after. On day one, guests enjoyed a street party complete with an Italian marching band and tucked into local fare including freshly baked Italian breads and aperitivo. In the evening, they attended a special performance of Una Serenata!—'A Serenade' in Italian—at the Teatro Comunale Tina di Lorenzo to celebrate local Sicilian traditions. Kate wore a white lace mermaid gown by Maison Valentino with a high neck and open back, while Max opted for a terracotta shirt and trousers. Family in attendance included Sting and his wife Trudie Styler, and Kate's older brother, musician Joe Sumner, 48, who at one point treated guests to live performances on his guitar. Kate, whose mother is Sting's first wife, the Northern Irish actress Frances Tomelty, was also joined by her half-siblings who are Sting's children with second wife Trudie. They include actress Mickey, 41—the maid of honour—musician and actor Eliot, 34, filmmaker Jake, 40, and actor Giacomo, 29. The next day brought the main event—but not without a near wardrobe disaster. For one of his outfits, Max realised the only shoelaces he had for his £720 beige Prada shoes were black. With no white laces to hand, a quick-thinking guest—American fashion stylist Erica Cloud—improvised by pulling the string from a shoe bag and threading it through his shoes. Crisis averted, the wedding ceremony took place and was held outdoors against a crimson and ivory floral backdrop. Kate wore a beautiful off-the-shoulder embroidered tulle gown with her initials embroidered on, while Max donned a light grey suit. After they exchanged vows, green and pink smoke flares shot up into the sky as they had their first kiss as husband and wife. The newlyweds then walked through the city with a beaming Kate holding their smartly dressed one-year-old son. At the reception, Sting delivered a show-stopping speech that was both heartfelt and hilarious. He joked about his early impressions of Max, unsure of what to make of the man after his daughter's heart, but quickly realised he was, in fact, 'a lovely chap'. Guests were in stitches but also, at times, in tears as the music icon described how happy he was for his daughter to have found the love of her life. Sister Mickey, who was joined by her new fiance Carter B Smith and her son from her previous marriage to tech CEO Chris Kantrowitz, also gave a speech during the reception—referring to Kate as 'the most beautiful bride'. Kate later described it as 'the best speech ever.' Her sibling Eliot, whose string of roles in Hollywood films include a security guard in the latest James Bond film, No Time To Die, was joined by their glamorous girlfriend, Mollie Davis. Eliot, who is non-binary, started dating the divorced mother-of-two last year after splitting from British aristocratic model Frankie Herbert, granddaughter of the 7th Earl of Carnarvon. Other guests included British film director Charlotte Colbert and her artist husband Philip Colbert, DJ Mia Moretti—who played a late-night set—and music label boss Henri Behrmann. The dinner, which took place at Dimora delle Balze—the same venue that hosted Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni and Fedez's 2018 wedding—was laid out on candlelit banquet tables. Guests dined on pasta, ciabatta, fresh fish, lobster and vegetables and toasted the couple underneath elegant fairy lights. After dinner, they danced late into the night to a soundtrack of Stevie Wonder classics including I Wish and disco favourites. Day three saw guests enjoy a final day of celebration, starting with 'a master blaster BBQ' to help cure hangovers from the night before. It featured a multi-layered barbeque station with chicken, fresh fruit and vegetables. Noto Mayor Corrado Figura blessed the festivities, meeting Sting on his arrival in the historic centre. He posed for a photo with the star, writing on social media: 'It was a great honour to welcome Sting, a global music icon, to the wedding of his daughter Fuschia Katherine Sumner and her partner Maximillian Wright, right here in the heart of Sicilian Baroque.' The mayor presented Sting with a book dedicated to Noto, calling it 'a small gift to thank him for sharing such an important moment for his family with us.' He added: 'Thank you to Fuschia, Maximillian and Sting for choosing Noto. Our city is proud to be part of this wonderful love story.' Kate and Max announced their engagement two years ago and Kate threw her hen's party last month—where she and her pals tucked into fried chicken and danced around in wigs. Friends describe Max as 'low-key, charming and utterly devoted'—a sentiment echoed in speeches throughout the wedding weekend.
