Words and images by Eva Rodericks The Atma Lounge is a ÔÇÿwellbeing hubÔÇÖ based in the heart of Cardiff, and like many other shops in the area, serves hot meals every day. But as a zero-profit organisation, Atma has a unique policy; the meals cost whatever you can afford to pay. The suggested payment is ┬ú2 for a hot meal, but the ÔÇÿpay what you … Continue reading The Atma Lounge: An Ethical Treat
Featured image by Jake Colling (via unsplash) Nothing beats a takeaway to enjoy some of the best food Cardiff and Swansea have to offer, so we’ve asked our contributors to tell us about some of their favourites! From sushi to vegan chicken, there’s something for everyone here in South Wales! Chilli Flames – by Clara Boon There is a plethora of takeaways in Cardiff to … Continue reading The Best Takeaways in South Wales for Your Next Weekend Treat
Featured image by Deval Parikh (via Unsplash) Words by Clara Boon I remember having a spontaneous picnic a few years ago on MotherÔÇÖs Day in Henley-On-Thames with my family. As it was so spontaneous we brought with us whatever we could find at home, such as crisps, cheese, biscuits and one solitary tomato. This tomato-gate is now a running joke within the Boon family. Alas, … Continue reading How to Throw the Ultimate Picnic
Image by Vasily Koloda (via Unsplash) The independence that university brings has, for one thing, changed my relationship with food significantly. Over the past three years, I’ve bonded over pizza at AGMs, cooked egg fried rice at four in the morning, and eaten some of the best foods I’ve ever tasted from some amazing independent restaurants and bakeries. The lessons I’ve learnt are far from … Continue reading My Food Journey at University: The Lessons I’ve Learnt
Words by Amy Leadbitter, image by Taylor Heery (via Unsplash). WeÔÇÖve all seen an uptake in brands ÔÇÿpromotingÔÇÖ or ÔÇÿraising awarenessÔÇÖ for LGBTQ+ issues, especially around Pride month; from The Co-OpÔÇÖs gender-neutral gingerbread person, to M&SÔÇÖs LGBT sandwich. Do these companies actually care about LGBTQ+ issues, or is this ÔÇÿrainbow washingÔÇÖ? ÔÇÿRainbow-washingÔÇÖ, similar to ÔÇÿwoke-washingÔÇÖ, is a way for companies to outwardly show ÔÇÿsupportÔÇÖ for … Continue reading Using LGBTQ+ for Profit in the Food Industry
Photo by Josephine Baran on Unsplash Salmon by Eve Davies From boujee brunches to on-the-go lunches and fine-dining dinners, salmon is a requisite. Smoked, canned, grilled, poached, or pan-fried, the pinkish-orange fish can be enjoyed in various ways – with avocado on a bagel, or cream cheese in a sandwich, as sushi, in a risotto or traybake. Being an oily fish, rich in omega three … Continue reading Food Heroes: Those Foods That Never Fail to Save the Day
Photo by Leigh Skomal on Unsplash Words by Sasha Nugara The one-year anniversary of Boris JohnsonÔÇÖs announcement to ÔÇÿStay at homeÔÇÖ has come and gone, and so have most of those food fads. When I think back to lockdown, I canÔÇÖt help but remember all the foodie trends that dominated every single social media platform. For me, itÔÇÖs fond memories as I really enjoyed all … Continue reading Looking Back on the Food Trends of Lockdown 1.0
Words and pictures by Hannah Penwright If you’re a big baking fan, decorating cakes is a great way to take your skills to the next level. However, I know first-hand that making some easy mistakes can often end in a mediocre result. So, to save you facing the same issues I have, I’ve put together some of my top tips for creating stunning cakes every … Continue reading Our Top Tips for Creating Stunning Cakes
Photo by Caroline Attwood on Unsplash Here at Quench food we absolutely love our kitchen equipment and we wanted to know what everyone’s culinary favourites are! Read on for inspiration on how to add excitement to your kitchen cupboards. Air fryers and Pasta Makers by Clara Boon When my mother got us an Air Fryer for Christmas, my mind instantly turned to how I could … Continue reading This kitchen product will change your life
Image by Elly Savva Spring brings with it some great seasonal fruit and vegetables, such as cauliflower, rhubarb, wild garlic, and asparagus. So, we asked our contributors for their favourite recipes that make the seasonÔÇÖs best produce shine, to welcome in the warmer months! Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Pasta – by Clara Boon I always love to use up leftover ingredients that I already have … Continue reading Seasonal Recipes We Know You’ll Love
Yesterday was National Potato Chip day, and to celebrate this tasty, salty snack many of us have grown up with, we asked our contributors all about their favourite ways to eat crisps! Crisp Sandwiches – by Clara Boon When the potato chip (more commonly known to us as crisps) first came to Britain in the early part of the 20th Century I bet people didnÔÇÖt … Continue reading National Potato Chip Day
Photo by Steve Allison on Unsplash Words by Sasha Nugara Gay bars have always served as a central pillar to the LGBTQ+ community and have always taken their place as one of the few spots where the community could truly express themselves. Unsurprisingly, evidence of gay bars dates all the way back to the 18th century, but the first ÔÇÿofficialÔÇÖ gay bar is assumed to … Continue reading The History of Gay Bars and Their Story of Liberation
Image by Rosalind Chang (via Unsplash) Words by Molly Allen I adore bubble tea. Originating in Taiwan, the drink consists of a tea base and comes in a multitude of flavours. From creamy milk teas to refreshing fruit flavours, the drink is incredibly versatile! The tea also typically comes with toppings. Tapioca pearls, popping balls and jelly are just some of the toppings available, and … Continue reading Review: The Best of Cardiff Bubble Tea
Photo by Melissa Walker Horn on Unsplash We all have those specific food items from our childhood that we hated more than anything. Usually they originate from a particular horror story and it can be quite fun to reminisce and share the horrific, yet comical experiences of our youth. We wanted to know which foods belonged in some of your Room 101ÔÇÖs and our contributors … Continue reading Foods that should remain forgotten
Image by Anna Kerslake With Valentine’s Day just behind us, we thought it would be fun to look back on some of our contributor’s worst date experiences, where food has been the main source of embarrassment. So, let the shocking see the cringe: awkward dates, reveal yourselves. Sad steak – Megan Evans Being an incredibly clumsy person, it really doesnÔÇÖt help in my favour when … Continue reading Valentines x Dinner Date Disasters
Words and photography by Indigo Jones Last month, people around the world took part in Veganuary, myself included. So when I got an email in the Quench inbox to try WahacaÔÇÖs Veganuary menu, I was over the moon. Myself and my fellow section editors reviewed Wahaca last year and the food was delicious. The difference now is that due to Covid and Welsh lockdown restrictions, … Continue reading Wahaca Review
For the second year running I signed up to Veganuary, which means I pledged to eat vegan for the whole of January. Beginning in 2014, every year the campaign has grown and grown and this year there was a record-breaking 580,000 sign ups. The environment has always been one of the biggest driving forces behind my diet changes. In 2015 I committed to a pescatarian … Continue reading Veganuary: Is It Worth the Hype?
Image by Mohamed Hassan (via Pixabay) In the UK, the first cooking show began in 1946 with Philip HarbenÔÇÖs 10 minute long show aptly named ÔÇÿCookeryÔÇÖ, making lobster vol-au-vents in the first episode. Over the years, weÔÇÖve seen many famous faces come and go on our TV screens, including the likes of Fanny Cradock, Delia Smith, and the beloved Mary Berry. However, some of the … Continue reading The Best ’90s Cooking Shows
Image by Dean Moriarty (via Pixabay) Words by Eve Davies Following the consumer boom of the 1950s, as the economyÔÇÖs war scars healed, the 1960s were characterised by change and innovation. Kitchen appliances evolved. Rationing was ÔÇÿso last decadeÔÇÖ. There was a rise in immigration from former British colonies, and with these social, economic, and scientific changes came flavour! Today, a few taps on our … Continue reading The Sixties Food Revolution
Image by Madeline Howell By┬áIndigo Jones Unfortunately, this will be our last edition of the Quench food festival. IÔÇÖm sad to say that as I leave Quench the food festival will sadly be leaving with me! I created this series to showcase the diversity of our magazine, whether that be a Sri Lankan curry from our food editor Sasha, or the Korean inspired meal from … Continue reading The Quench Food Festival
