It seemed rather fitting, in what will be my last online article as Food and Drink Editor, to return to the staple food activity of baking, a pastime which for many has been resurrected during this pandemic. Perhaps itÔÇÖs the fond memories of baking with grandparents, or the messy flour fights in friendsÔÇÖ kitchens, maybe even the needlessly ambitious food tech bakes in school, but … Continue reading Baking Our Lockdown Days Away
By Lauren Stenning There is something to be said about watching a collection of adventure films at a time when weÔÇÖre barely allowed to leave the house. Six films into BANFFÔÇÖs fourth online collection and I have to say, I was not prepared for the level of emotional investment I had subconsciously made, so get ready to be transfixed. What ties all eight films together … Continue reading BANFF Online Collection 4 | BANFF Mountain Film Festival Review
WeÔÇÖre living under circumstances no one could have predicted, facing a pandemic that will not only go down in history, but also alter the future of humankind. Some people think COVID-19 was contrived by the Chinese government, whilst others are convinced that the virus is a message from mother nature. Whatever its origin, whatever its purpose, and whatever its outcome, itÔÇÖs certainly drawn attention to … Continue reading How Is the Food Industry Fighting COVID-19?
By Katie Duffin Everyone loves a full English at Ramon’s after a night out (or Cafe 37 ÔÇö no bias here), but what about when youÔÇÖre feeling perky and looking for a really good breakfast? Look no further; here youÔÇÖll find all the information you need on the best breakfasts around the city. Anna Loka Ah, where do I begin? Anna Loka has earned itself … Continue reading Cardiff Breakfast Guide
By Katie Duffin Most people who come to live in Wales seem to develop a special place in their hearts for GodÔÇÖs country. In lieu of St DavidÔÇÖs day, which celebrates all that is Welsh, why not try your hand at some delicious Welsh recipes? TheyÔÇÖre simple, easy to make and delicious. Cawl If you havenÔÇÖt tried cawl yet, please do so for your own … Continue reading Welsh Delights
Words by Catarina Vicente The first time I had a├ºai, it was served to me in a plain bowl, topped with chia seeds, granola and coconut flakes; if not for its presentation, IÔÇÖd never have predicted the food item had been such a hot topic years ago. A├ºai bowls are originally from Brazil, a blend of a├ºai pulp and banana: its rise in popularity was … Continue reading Food Fashions of the Decade
by Katie Duffin ÔÇ£YouÔÇÖre going to the Ivy? IsnÔÇÖt that the posh restaurant in London?!ÔÇØ My mum asked with raised eyebrows. Originally, yes, and as you walk in you can see theyÔÇÖve definitely brought a shedload of that chic London style with them to little old Wales. The Ivy Brasserie is popping up everywhere these days, from Brighton to Glasgow ÔÇö and most recently, Cardiff. … Continue reading Review: The Ivy
Disclaimer: I have not done Dry January and I donÔÇÖt intend to stop drinking anytime soon. The cleansing month of January is now over, and so the tolerance for people not drinking alcohol is about to slip away. It seems that the expectation for alcohol consumption always creeps back in after Dry January, but why? I decided to write this article after noticing the reaction … Continue reading ÔÇ£Why arenÔÇÖt you drinking?ÔÇØ The question everyone asks but no one should have to answer
Quench couldn’t let the turning of a decade go by without setting some extra-special foodie resolutions. Words by Ellie Hutchings For the last couple of years, Veganuary has had a surge in popularity. As a vegetarian already, it seemed only natural that I give it go. I know a handful of people whoÔÇÖve become full-time vegans after trying Veganuary and, for me, thatÔÇÖs all the … Continue reading New Year’s Foodie Resolutions
Peter Wolinski kindly reviewed Wild Thing for Quench. I thank the heavens each day that I met my partner after she became a vegetarian. As the son of a Pole, and therefore a vociferous meatatarian, such a conversion dans relationship wouldÔÇÖve ended in each party being disappointed in the other; her displeased with me for not following suit, me with her for abandoning lamb shank. … Continue reading Review: Wild Thing, Grangetown
Words by Katie Duffin In recent months, many of CardiffÔÇÖs favourite restaurants and cafes have fallen victim to a series of burglaries and break-ins. Bloc Coffee and Wild Thing are just two establishments that have been targeted by groups of thieves, and have been left with heavy hearts and mounting repair fees. Many businesses around the city are now working alongside South Wales Police, in … Continue reading Cardiff Crime is Costing Us Our Beloved Eateries
This Student Foodgram series has enabled Quench to showcase the best of Cardiff students’ creativity when it comes to cooking, photography and use of social media. We hope you’ve enjoyed discovering these accounts, where our fellow students’ passion for food shines through their Instagram, as much as we have! Maybe the series of interviews has even inspired you to start your own foodgram…Read what our … Continue reading Student Foodgram: STARVINGALLDAY
Words by Lottie Ennis Lab grown meat has been in the pipeline for some time now, and it was in 2013 at a news conference in London that it was first tasted in the form of a burger. When the two tasters tested the burgers, they reported that the meat tasted very similar to normal meat, with the only complaint being that it was a … Continue reading Lab Grown Meat – A Revolution in Food?
Peter Wolinski kindly reviewed Vivo Latino for Quench. An annoying culinary trope is the use of the pan- prefix. The worst application is pan-fried, primarily used instead of deep- or shallow-fried to tart something up that otherwise sounds rather boring. Masterchef are seasoned offenders: ÔÇ£Barry is serving pan-fried boeuf with twice cooked potato strips.ÔÇØ Translation: Barry is cooking steak and chips. Close behind is pan-[insert … Continue reading Review: Vivo Latino, Canton
Quench were invited to review Metchy’s Cafe on Cathays Terrace. Words by Sai Right next to Lidl there is a little cafe. It used to be no more than a sandwich stand, but over summer, the owner, Metchy, transformed it into a caf├®, specifically designed for students and businesspeople as a sort of comfortable study space. The first thing you notice when you walk in … Continue reading Review: Metchy’s Cafe, Cathays
For the third foodgram of the series, Quench interviewed Cardiff student food blogger, Carys, who features a mixture of homemade meals and restaurant dishes on her colourful Instagram page. Words by Carys Wigley How long have you had your foodgram for and what inspired you to start it? IÔÇÖve had my foodgram for five months. I often eat out and love trying new places but … Continue reading Student Foodgram: cookingincathays
Cardiff Masters student, Peter Wolinski, kindly reviewed The Dough Thrower for Quench. By Peter Wolinski There isnÔÇÖt much that tops a stodge binge. Whether itÔÇÖs whilst youÔÇÖre drastically hungover on the sofa, at a late-night takeaway or perhaps out somewhere slightly more cultured, bolting down a dangerous amount of carbohydrate is rarely an unenjoyable experience. And one evening, after a particularly miserable Cardiff afternoon, my … Continue reading Review: The Dough Thrower, Cowbridge
Words by Lauren Stenning Having previously reviewed this Sri Lankan restaurantÔÇÖs divine food, Quench were invited to sample their recent cocktail launch, aptly named ÔÇÿCocotailsÔÇÖ. Being a huge cocktail fan, I couldnÔÇÖt resist this opportunity, along with the chance to try Sri Lankan street food for the first time! Their new Cocotail menu consists of 15 sweet and fiery cocktails in total, including sharing options … Continue reading Review: The Coconut Tree ÔÇÿCocotailÔÇÖ Launch
Words by Sai With the weather getting colder and finding the time to cook getting ever harder, thereÔÇÖs nothing better than a warm, sumptuous bowl of Pho (Vietnamese soup). Luckily, a new Pho restaurant opened in Cardiff centre last month! And I went to check it out pho QuenchÔǪ When walking down Church street where the quaint St JohnÔÇÖs Church is situated, it was rather … Continue reading Review: Pho, Cardiff
Cardiff student Hannah tells us how to get creative with vegetarian cooking, as well as showcasing her incredible cakes which you can drool over on her Instagram account. Continue reading Student Foodgram: @hannah_penwright_
