The art of barbering is a long-standing Turkish tradition, dating back to the time of the Efes and the Ottoman Empire. Now Ted isn't quite that old, but he is a well-travelled gent. In fact, it was while he was having a wander through the backstreets of Instanbul that he was discovered the joys of letting a man attack him with a razor.
Understandably apprehensive, he soon relaxed when the history of their craft was explained. You see, Turkish barbers have a skill that's handed down from one generation of barber to the next. A master barber only passes on his title (and traditional razor) to his apprentice barber after many years of training – which is nice to know.
Anyway, smothered in hot towels, splashed with astringent lemon cologne and given a full face massage, Ted found the entire shaving experience incredibly relaxing. Not to mention, the closest shave he'd ever had; and
without a moment's hesitation decided
to bring this experience to the UK
and open Ted's Grooming Room.
After all, he knew plenty of
gents who liked things
trim and proper. |
