After checking out some of the best places to have coffee around Cardiff, we realised that Cardiff is a hub of small cafes and eateries that all offer different dining experiences. So with that being said, we decided to check out what we could get in the way of brunch. Perfect for the later risers amongst us, brunch is basically a coined term for those … Continue reading Brunch in Cardiff
With the wealth of information available regarding our health, we have developed an increasing consciousness of nutrition and the kinds of food we put into our bodies. Along with this comes a deluge of suggestions on what to eat and how to eat it, resulting in the rise of several fad diets, popular diets that are assumed to be ÔÇÿgood for youÔÇÖ. But are … Continue reading Diet De-Busting
Nothing lasts forever. Throughout the calendar year, we see countless shows that fall under the axe of TV networks. If, like me, the debris of multiple mid-season finales over the last few months are still causing you to squeal and throw your fists in a sea of raging tantrums, then this can only be seen as a good thing for your favourite shows; it at … Continue reading Shows Cancelled Before Their Time
This was the last move in a great master plan: to dominate the box office, capture audienceÔÇÖs hearts and bring a mythical world to life. All three have been done, the former tenfold considering the end of 2014 grossing┬áfigures for the latest instalment into this epic middle-earth saga. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (here on in referred to as Five Armies) was … Continue reading Review: The Hobbit – The Battle of the Five Armies
After recently receiving six nominations at this yearÔÇÖs┬áAcademy Awards; including┬áBest Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay, American Sniper had already established a high calibre prior to its release. The film is a┬ábiographical┬áwar┬ádrama film┬ádirected by┬áClint Eastwood┬áand written by┬áJason Hall, which centres on the awe-inspiring and melancholic tale of navy SEAL Chris Kyle, a sniper who was accredited officially with 160 kills; the deadliest marksman in US military … Continue reading Review: American Sniper
Another issue means another Quench Food Evening and it would appear this monthly expedition is turning into an exploration of continental cuisines. Kicking off with Italian, then moving onto quintessentially British, this time around Quench Food is heading to the heat of North Africa and the Middle East (or City Road to those unfamiliar with the use of creative metaphor). Boasting an extensive menu of … Continue reading Quench Food Evening: Mezza Luna
ItÔÇÖs toe curlingly cold outside, the nights are still long and dark, and post-Christmas break weÔÇÖre all missing the comfort of home-cooked food. So why not warm the house this Sunday, round up the house mates, and get together to cook up a truly nostalgic taste of home. We all love a good pie, and this recipe is failsafe for even the most novice of … Continue reading Make your own Chicken Pie
ItÔÇÖs no secret that the giant cinema chains are expensive. Even so, it may shock you to find out that if you fancy buying a small bag of popcorn at Cineworld you will be paying 15 times the price it is actually worth. We happily sit through tons of adverts and put up with that one annoying viewer who insists on talking throughout only to … Continue reading The Next Chapter for Independent Cinema?
This film has a lot to live up to as the biopic of Stephen Hawking, one of the most remarkable physicists of all time, released in the wake of other well-anticipated films such as Interstellar and The Imitation Game. ┬áBased on the book, Travelling to Infinity; My life with Stephen written by Jane Wilde, HawkingÔÇÖs ex-wife, The Theory of Everything┬áis centred on the relationship between … Continue reading Film Review: The Theory of Everything
Brooding. Sparse. Disturbing. Foxcatcher makes for enthralling cinema with its unanimously strong performances, excellent cinematography and harrowing story. ┬áA story of sibling rivalry, isolation, class and mental illness, Foxcatcher is multifaceted and narratively rich for those who seek its rewards. Much like Bennett MillerÔÇÖs other films it manages to be about much more than its central subject would suggest. It is a wrestling film that … Continue reading Film Review: Foxcatcher
The brightest and best in new music this month… Lucas A wise fellow once said ÔÇÿLucas is good.ÔÇÖ This wise fellow, better known as Ryan Hemsworth ÔÇô a firm favourite of Quench Music if you hadnÔÇÖt guessed ÔÇô along with his helpful habit of catapulting artists into the spotlight, has given RnB producer Lucas the seal of approval. Matt Lucas (no, not that Matt Lucas) … Continue reading new/newydd – January
Quench Music let you know what theyÔÇÖre looking forward to in the coming year Newcomer: L├Ñpsley As we enter the New Year, speculation surrounding the next big thing in music begins. Last year saw the rise of the solo artist, which is set to continue throughout 2015. For fresh take on the increasingly overworked formula add L├Ñpsley to your playlist. The 18-year-old singer songwriter … Continue reading On The Lookout: 2015
From FKA twigs to Bombay Bicycle Club and Death From Above 1979 to Caribou, Quench Music round up the records that made 2014┬á Death From Above 1979 ÔÇô The Physical World┬á After ten years of hiatus, Sebastien Grainger and Jesse F. Keeler returned with second album, The Physical World, following up to ÔÇÖ04s YouÔÇÖre a Woman, IÔÇÖm a Machine. Not forgetting their once hardcore … Continue reading Quench Music’s Albums of 2014
Reviewed on PC Instead of developing on existing models the guys at Ubisoft Montreal have gone for a whole lotta new, which we certainly like. They improved their Anvil engine into the ÔÇ£AnvilNextÔÇØ so it would be able to render ÔÇ£dynamic mass crowdsÔÇØ which it does quite breathtakingly. Hiding in plain sight becomes a far more useful tool as you simply manoeuvre your way through … Continue reading Assassin’s Creed: Unity
We weigh in on the Spotify debate; was Taylor right to take her music away from the worldÔÇÖs largest music streaming service? Country star turned pop giant Taylor Swift reached the coveted platinum mark for her newest album, 1989. Selling nearly 1.3 million copies in the first week, the album is expected to have the largest first week sales since Eminem sold 1.3 million … Continue reading Feature: The Spotify Debate
On Thursday 20th November Danii Penny caught up with the lovely Sam Douglas, bassist and songwriter of Mallory Knox, for a chat about the band before their incredible headline gig at Bristol O2 Academy. The first part of the interview was published last week, below is the second half. Sam explains why he doesnÔÇÖt want Mallory Knox to ÔÇÿmake itÔÇÖ as a band, his festival … Continue reading Interview: Mallory Knox, (Part Two)
Morality systems has become the trend in many modern games Does a time ever come where a man decides to dedicate himself to the best parts or worst parts of himself? He might walk in on his child eating breakfast and wonder ‘Should I offer my precious boy seconds? Fry him the last of my bacon, scramble the last of my eggs and squeeze lemons … Continue reading Quarrels with Morals
Thinking about taking a gap year but have no idea where to start? One such place, which guarantees to answer most of your queries, worries and qualms, is the 23rd edition of The Gap-Year Guidebook. With a new edition each year, the series of books do what they say on the tin. Its overall presentation initially seems quite dense. When picking up a guidebook you … Continue reading Book Review: The Gap-Year Guidebook
With the nights drawing in and a frosty chill in the air, thereÔÇÖs nothing to get you feeling festive quite like a Christmas movie washed down with copious amounts of mulled wine and an entire tin of Celebrations. Whether you fancy a classic or an unknown gem, let Quench give you some suggestions to while away the evenings this Winter with our pick of the … Continue reading Festive Film Night: 10 Best Christmas Films
Unlike the other pantomimes which are dominantly shown this time of year, Arabian Nights offers something different as it is interesting for both children and adults. The stories are complex but not complicated, the live music make it dynamic to watch (you can see the music being produced) and the art of storytelling is fully explored and utilised. The scene opens with a raucous being … Continue reading Theatre Review: Arabian Nights
