Wed 14 August, 2013 UJ Ibiza: AUGUST 2013 Mid August! How have we got here already? Once again, the summer is flying by and can't say we are happy about it! But what a summer it's been. We've been hearing good things about the new Ushuaïa Tower – intimate pool by day (where they don't rip the deck chairs out from under you the second it hits 5PM a lá the original Ushuaïa) and we've also been hearing great things about Ushuaïa's Saturday party, Ants. Love it when we see an underdog break through. Speaking of underdog, sad news in yesterday that Booom!'s lease has been revoked as of November. Well, it was fun while it lasted and we have no doubt that Danny and Mark will be on to bigger and better things. Lastly – it's almost the bank holiday weekend, hurray! You know what that means: Groucho pop up, DRIIS at Pikes' final party, Love Brunch and Boujis B2B, SACCA, Solomun + 1, DC10 and the requisite trip to Formentera. Relax? See you on the White Isle. XX Team UJ Clandesdining club Join this secret supper society Founded by three friends passionate about food, the Clandesdining Club was inspired by an old photo from a Pacha book of a long table in a field, full of people eating, laughing and having fun. Hosted in off-the-beaten-track locations around the island, last month's inaugural event featured organic lamb marinated with wild fennel pollen and parsley seed, an Ibiza trifle with freshly picked berries and more – for 66 guests. Website | Facebook SACCA REVIEW New sushi heaven opens to rave reviews We've been waiting for SACCA since February, when rumours first started circulating that El Chiringuito's Jonathan Thorogood and ex-DJ manager and TV presenter George Lamb had taken over Aura. After typical Balearic-style delays, it finally opened last month and is quickly becoming the most popular modern Asian restaurant on the island, boasting an authentic dining experience in a beautiful setting, with flawless service and exciting flavours. Head chef Lex Hauser (who came straight from Shanghai to helm the kitchen) has created a spectacular menu – think squid tossed in salt and Szechuan pepper, deliciously tender beef tataki, and roasted pork belly in black vinegar, caramel and chilli. There's also sushi, courtesy of Nobuhisa Takahashi, formerly of NOBU, and even oyster shooters! SACCA is clearly already living up to its reputation as the island's latest hotspot. Facebook | @SACCAIbiza DRIIS' FINAL NIGHT AT PIKES UJ readers get 25% off all suites and junior suites It feels like just yesterday that we were here for his opening night and now, this Friday, August 23 marks DRIIS' (a.k.a. Idris Elba, Stringer Bell or John Luther) last summer residency gig in the infamous Freddie's Suite. Stick around for the whole extended weekend and catch Boy George in discussion after a screening of Lance Loud! on the 22, dance with us to DRIIS on the 23, and then claim your bed by the pool for the rest. See you there! Email reservations@ibizarockshouse.com and quote Urban Junkies to book. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with the 4 nights for 3 offer. Website | Facebook | @ibizarockshouse DELICIOUSLY SORTED'S PICKS Last minute villas for August Casa Anna This stunning 6-bedroom villa in the south west of the island is still available for the last two weeks of August. With two guesthouses, beautiful sea views, and, of course, a pool, it's even perfect for families. It's also situated just 5 minutes from Cala Vadella, home to some of the best seafood restaurants on the island. Call + 34 971 197 867 or email info@deliciouslysortedibiza.com to book. Casa Julia This wonderful villa is perfectly situated near Cala Tarida and is surrounded by a tranquil, picturesque garden with views of the sea and the evening sunset. With 4 bedrooms, the interior is spacious, light and airy with the main living area opening onto the main terrace and BBQ area. Across the courtyard, there is also a guest room with a private entrance. Available August 17-24. Call + 34 971 197 867 or email info@deliciouslysortedibiza.com to book. LOVE BRUNCH London, take two – by day Come August 24, be prepared for London's best midday party to hit the White Isle. Following a successful brunch-down at El Chiringuito last summer, this year there will be ABSOLUT Elyx a plenty with the usual brunching and dancing in the sunshine to great tunes. The location? Pacha's new hotel Destino. Visit their facebook page for info or email ibiza@welovebrunch.com to book. BOUJIS London, take two – by night If you hit up Love Brunch and want to keep things going past sunset, book a table at Boujis for the tenth edition of the members' club's Ibiza party. This year expect more of the same – buckets of Moët and Belvedere, outdoor dancing and white wares – and they've upped the ante on production, so expect some surprises on the night. They're keeping mums on the DJ names for now, but we wouldn't be surprised if Andrew Dax, Zeb Wayne, Klaus De Macedo or Rob Marmot turned up. Book now and wait for your text on the day with details. Consider it a posh Mediterranean rave. Book here | Facebook | @boujis WEDNESDAY DEPARTURES What's happening mid-week Sponsored listing Departures has seen the crowds flock every Wednesday since it opened in June and with appearances from Tommy Trash, Dirty South, Thomas Gold, and more still to come, this looks set to continue through to the big finale on September 11. To see what all the fuss is about check out the official Departures trailer here. Special guest Don Diablo has been confirmed for the closing, and his new single 'Starlight', a collaboration with Matt Nash, has just reached the top 5 on Beatport through Axwell's label Axtone, and is already blowing up big time on the club and festival scene, with huge support from Pete Tong. Alesso,Tommy Trash and Otto Knows all appear tonight, so if you're in Ibiza, don't miss out. Website | Facebook | @departureslive TEENAGE CANCER TRUST AT GROUCHO The annual party is finally here! The TCT party at Groucho is back! Taking place at this year's Groucho pop up – one of the most stunning villas in the north of the island – this annual charity event which raises awareness for teenage cancer is always one of the biggest parties of the summer; expect every Ibiza dweller and frequenter to pop in at some point. There will be drinks by Groucho's renowned bartenders, food by Tom Parker Bowles and DJ sets by Groove Armada and more. Last year's event raised more than £80k for the Teenage Cancer Trust; here's betting this year's exclusive event will be just as epic. Let's dig deep! Visit website or contact Deliciously Sorted for tickets. Website | @GrouchoIbiza MARCELLO'S MIX A soundtrack from the Sa Trinxa regular One of our favourites at the Sa Trinxa beach shack, DJ Marcello has a Balearic house mix for UJ. Listen to this one when you need a chill-out break – it'll instantly transport to a beach sunset paradise, cocktail in hand… Play or download the mix here W HOTELS WET DECK NIGHT IN BARCELONA Make sure you book a Barcelona Sunday stop-over Sponsored listing Haven't booked a Sunday night stop over in Barcelona pre or post Ibiza yet, then the time is now! Check in here for stunning floor to ceiling sea views, fresh seafood, and a night of music at the Wet Deck. This month's highlights include MICA and Edu Natore, while get ready for Lucie Stone for Hed Kandi on September 1. RSVP for guestlist here, for tables email viphappenings.wbarcelona@whotels.com Website | @W_Barcelona | #wbcnwetdeck RALPH'S ROUNDUP – THE IBIZA 2013 LOWDOWN Our man about town and all-round music sage looks forward to September and gives us some highlights to date Smile, breathe deep and take that first step off the plane because September in Ibiza really is the best time to get your club on. From the start of the season's closing month the roads are less congested, the clubs are less packed, everyone knows what they're doing and the summer anthems have already been decided. In short, it's the best time to head out for a week of fun, sunshine and closing parties with your closest friends. At the end of the month is when the techno elite head back for one final swansong, with the Cocoon closing on September 30 sure to be followed by an after-party of epic proportions, and Hawtin's ENTER.bound to be followed by a beach or villa carry-on that Kenneth Williams would be proud of. And what is there to be said for the 2013 season? Well, for one thing, Carl Cox, Solomun, Jamie Jones and Richie Hawtin proved that superstardom was a guarantee for road-blocked parties, and Pharrell Williams' appearance at Ushuaïa proved that Ibiza still loves a hip hop guest if they can deliver live – and Williams most definitely delivered. One of the best after-hours of the season came courtesy of a private yoga retreat (as George Michael once sang, if you were there, you know) and from July onwards, the glorious sunshine mixed with deep house across the island. Meanwhile, the biggest techno moment of the month came for Ricardo Villalobos' birthday at Cocoon on August 5, during the infamous 'Lion' week, where he not only played his best set of the season but also had the entire crowd singing happy birthday to him. And then promptly played his remix of Beck - Cellphone's Dead as the last tune of the night. Magic. Radio One weekend also proved as hectic as ever, with Nervo, Solomun, Pete Tong and George Fitzgerald all bringing the energy to Ushuaïa and Hot Since 82 providing the peak-time club moment at Sankeys on Friday night. Biggest moment of the night? Benga dropping R Kelly. Cue mass singalong. And while we're hoping that the TOWIE brigade don't continue to spoil DC10 and Ushuaïa for everyone else, what defines 2013 is a sense of pent-up excitement and occasional disappointment. Frustratingly, Booom! didn't open until midway through the season and across the island some of the smaller brands have struggled to translate the UK hype into Balearic gold dust. It was also the summer of swaps, with Dice playing at DC10 for the first time in seven years and Carl Cox playing for Music On for the first time ever. All this can only be a good thing. But when the dust has settled, let's see who comes back for the next round in 2014. See you down the front. Friday, August 23 Clandestin at Space. The Terraza will feature an energized Felix Da Housecat with his first-ever Ibiza residency plus A-Trak and a DJ set from the on-point mix master known as Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs. A new party to watch on Friday nights. Friday, August 23 Le Grand Bazaar. It's going to be pretty hard to beat Pharrell Williams, but Le Grand Bazaar has Pete Tong and a seemingly rejuvenated Luciano for one night only. Saturday, August 24 Zoo Project. One for the younger crowd, the Zoo Project features Spencer Parker, Terry Francis (Funk & Soul Set), Lando Kal, Samuel Deep and Evan Baggs. Please note the party starts at 4:30PM! Thursday, September 12 Dirtybird closing party at Sankeys with Claude VonStroke, Justin Martin & Eats Everything, Leroy Peppers, Catz 'N Dogz and J.Phlip Tuesday, September 24 Carl Cox: The Revolution - 'The Party Unites' closing party with Carl Cox and friends Wednesday, September 25 Jamie Jones presents Paradise: The Next Dimension closing party with Jamie Jones and friends Thursday, September 26 Loco Dice Presents Used + Abused @ Ushuaïa closing party Thursday September 26 ENTER. Closing Party Top tunes 1. Ninetoes – 'Finder' (Kling Klong) Arguably this summer's 'Coma Cat'. Already a disco hit for the house cognoscenti 2. Green Velvet – 'Bigger Than Prince' (Hot Since 82 remix) Heard this at Sankey's during Radio One weekend. Game over 3. Paul Woolford – 'Untitled' (Hotflush) From Tong to Sasha, from Pacha to Ushuaïa, this is the piano anthem of the summer – but who has signed it? Website | Facebook | @ralphusmoorus | RM's Insider Tips FOLLOW US! Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See what we've been snapping this week on Instagram! For more information on Ibiza visit our microsite and download our free guide app to the island. By Team UJ LIKE SHARE FORWARD PREVIOUS EDITION (c) 2013 Urban Junkies. All rights reserved. Reproductions of any portion of this website only with our express permission. Urban Junkies is a free daily mailer. All listings and features are editorial: We do not receive any payment from venues, artists or promoters. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy of information listed but we cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions.