Princess Goes once said in an interview the perfect place to listen to music is ÔÇÿanywhere itÔÇÖs safe to close your eyesÔÇÖ – their music echoes this very premise, with every song encouraging an entire audience to pulse as one. Anyone who wishes they could have experienced the 80s and 70s club scene, where Blue Monday and Depeche Mode come to mind, fused with a … Continue reading Review: Princess Goes
Words and Images by Kate Nichols The designer brand PRONOUNCE was established by Yushan Li and Jun Zhou in 2016. During London Fashion Week, I attended the Autumn/Winter 2023 PRONOUNCE Catwalk in Regent Quarter and witnessed the ÔÇÿNew Stroke OrderÔÇÖ collection showcase. The collection was inspired by ancient Chinese methods of communication, such as oracle bone scripts and Chinese knotting. Actual knotting techniques were used … Continue reading PRONOUNCE AW23 Catwalk Review
I spent most of my adolescence dipping into the puddle that was therapy in the Caribbean. I got to feel special, I got to be enigmatic. I was told I was simply just bright for my age, as though depression was the punishment for reading above my grade level. I was told I had mood swings, that I should be kinder to myself, that I … Continue reading Invisible Illnesses VI: Living with Borderline Personality Disorder
Call Me By Your Name – Andr├® Aciman Words by Geethika Ayilliath In our final year of high school, my best friend and I read Call Me By Your Name together. I had heard of it first and recommended it to her. Soon, we were immersed in an idyllic summer in small-town Italy, surrounded by soft sounds of whirring insects, the oceanÔÇÖs crashing waves and … Continue reading United In Literature
Words by Anushka Kar Whether itÔÇÖs in Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility or any of her other novels, you can always rely on Jane Austen to advocate marriage, love, and the intermingling of the two in a taboo-esque manner of the nineteenth century. For Austen, marriage could not simply be an economic ordeal; it had to have that mutual attraction in order for it … Continue reading (Not So?) Happily Ever After: The Depiction and Evolution of Marriage in Literature
We’ve all got a lot of celebrating to do as the academic year draws to a close and there’s surely no better way to celebrate than over a cocktail. So, we asked our contributors for their Cardiff cocktail recommendations. Plus we like to cover all bases here at Quench, so we’ve got your hangover breakfast covered too. words by Floss Harrison Who says that Cardiff … Continue reading Cardiff’s Cocktail and Breakfast Tour
This article should give some simple tips and templates for communicating with your partner effectively about different issues. How do you bring up an issue without worrying or upsetting them? What is the best way to ask them to listen to you? One of the first lessons in communication that I remember took place upon the rug of my reception classroom, five years old cross … Continue reading Get on The Same Page: A How-To on Harmonious Communication
Words By Molly Chambers A novel I find particularly interesting and hooking in the way that it explores unions and political pressures is Animal Farm by George Orwell. The intriguing nature of the novel stems from the setting of a farm and a collection of animals to communicate a story structured around changing levels of dictatorship and democracy, in hopes of a better environment for … Continue reading Working Towards A Better Future: Union in Literature
Porn seems to be a rather contentious issue depending on the relationship; some have no qualms whereas others consider it to be akin to cheating. I think the topic of porn and how it functions in relationships is a unique issue. PeopleÔÇÖs views are extremely polarising. For my current relationship, porn acts as a way for myself and my partner to satisfy our own needs. … Continue reading …Are You Still Watching?
By Chloe Thomas-Evans In a media saturated world such as ours, the ways in which people can use the media are plentiful. Those who put it to good use are often rewarded with public recognition and some sort of fanbase that idolises their public image. Their content is re-distributed and edited by adoring fans who claim that they feel inspired or understood and their brand … Continue reading Celebs: They Don’t Know Your Name
My father speaks almost exclusively in the form of food. His green, coconut curry with marlin means ÔÇÿI love youÔÇÖ. We were a basmati rice household, but I didnÔÇÖt like basmati rice, so he broke out the jasmine rice just for special occasions. The curry was always simmering far before I would come home from school. Little tidal pools of chilli oil accumulating in the … Continue reading Parents Know Best: Inheriting a Love of Food
Maisie Peters is a name we should all be familiar with. She is taking the world by storm, with half a billion streams worldwide, a sold out UK tour and earning the approval of big names such as Phoebe Bridgers, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Sam Smith – and sheÔÇÖs only twenty two! Her tour, the final chapter of touring You Signed Up for This … Continue reading Maisie Peters @ Tramshed 23/04/2023
In my experience, your perception of ÔÇ£the pillÔÇØ shifts hugely as you enter your university years. Birth control goes from something maybe a few of your friends are on, to it being a rare occurrence to find someone who can be prescribed the pill and who hasnÔÇÖt been. It seems to be a modern medical superpill. From cramps to spots to sex, youÔÇÖll generally hear: … Continue reading Birth Control: A Tough Pill To Swallow?
words by Molly Grenfell CookingÔÇÖs not for everyone. Like Marmite, you either love it or hate it. Some of my friends can spend hours in the kitchen: slicing, steaming, saut├®ing, boiling, beating, mashing, sizzling. OthersÔǪ Not so much. The majority of students I know (including myself half the time) live off of Super Noodles and toast from the freezer. Super Noodles on toast is also a winner, … Continue reading Tried and Tested: Three Gadgets You Need in Your Kitchen
words by Megha Roy Wales is a country of rugged landscapes and wild coastlines, and it is a place where traditions still run deep. One of these traditions is the rich and varied cuisine that has been enjoyed here for centuries. Welsh cuisine holds a fascinating blend of influences from the ancient Celtic tribes who first settled on the land to more recent English, French, … Continue reading Simple But Hearty: The History of Welsh Cuisine
Words by Katie Storrie Born in a prominent time in history of social change and reform, Dr. Martens have played a huge part in the evolution of youth fashion, being in association with the subcultures of the British working class. Dr. Martens have been portrayed as a symbol of protest and rebellion, aligning with anti-establishment views, with the boots representing freedom of expression and individuality. … Continue reading Stomping About: The History of Dr. Martens
Words by Genevieve Gunn I canÔÇÖt say IÔÇÖve always been the biggest fan of army/war-themed media. ÔÇÿRamboÔÇÖ and ÔÇÿSaving Private RyanÔÇÖ were never really my thing. But I have to say that Act OneÔÇÖs production of ÔÇÿA Few Good MenÔÇÖ blew it out of the water for me. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and it definitely proved to me that not all shows of the military … Continue reading Review: Act One’s A Few Good Men at the Temple of Peace
words by Grace Dawson As stress levels are rising amongst university students with deadlines and exam season fast approaching, whatÔÇÖs better than relaxing (or procrastinating) with baking? As an avid baker with a dangerous sweet tooth Easter is my favourite time to indulge in some themed bakes. My first Easter-themed bake would have to be the classic mini egg cookies. These are a staple in … Continue reading Easter Bakes with Grace
Words by Jasmine Dodd With flexibility, independence, and an exciting lifestyle, it is easy to think that being a digital nomad is the perfect role, and the right thing for you. However, when actually looking for that ÔÇÿidealÔÇÖ role, it may be hard to find. Managing visas, finding accommodation, and trying to save money whilst travelling can be a difficult balancing act, but if done … Continue reading A Guide to Becoming a Digital Nomad
The Glastonbury line-up has been announced for 2023, making it the 53rd year running. The five-day festival is taking place this year between June 21st and 25th, at its normal location at Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset. After a two-year break due to the pandemic, Glastonbury returned in 2022 with headliners Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Sir Paul McCartney. This year, the pyramid headliners are listed … Continue reading A Rundown of Glastonbury 2023’s Lineup
