Words by Christopher Colbourn Images by Christopher Colbourn and Shannon Worsey I try to keep to a pretty strict food budget (I view meals out as ÔÇÿentertainmentÔÇÖ) but when IÔÇÖm out for the day, trekking back to Roath to make lunch is an unappealing prospect. With the dwindling remains of my maintenance loan in mind, I try to put my budget before my belly and … Continue reading Review: Street Food Circus, Canton
We all have them. ÔÇ£One of those daysÔÇØ Even with the lack of a proper adjective, everyone can relate to how you feel during those days. Personally, I find it comforting to know that I am not the only person who lies in bed eating Oreos and watching the first season of ┬áFriendsÔÇÖ for the ninetieth time. With this in mind, I thought that knowing … Continue reading What To Do On THOSE Days.
Words by Josh Ong There are a number of contributing factors that have led to the reduction of the old fashioned carnocentric menu. Where veganism has grown exponentially over the last half-decade, many restaurant goers have questioned whether or not both the decline of meat-centred menus and the former are directly correlated. Fortunately, in the current climate, they are not mutually exclusive. There are some … Continue reading CardiffÔÇÖs Most Meaty Menus Amid the Vegan Takeover
by Sai In our modern age, we are always surrounded by images in all forms, whether itÔÇÖs advertising, art, or a photo accompanying an article. Everyone has seen in some form or another, a mass of immigrants being portrayed to push an anti-immigration policy. Instead of women or children, or even just individuals, large numbers of men are used, to invoke a certain feeling with … Continue reading The Power of Photography
By Sai With the Homeless World Cup on the way, Ffotogallery hosted an exhibition about it, showing photos taken by photographer Paul John Roberts. Having been in Paris on a documentary course, Roberts came back to the UK with the mindset of looking to make the familiar strange. After hearing of the Homeless World Cup, which coaligned with his interest in football, he got involved … Continue reading One Match | Review
By Gintare Safigulinaite Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà The production of Jesus Christ Superstar by Everyman Theatre and The Musical Company that debuted last night at the Cardiff Open Air Theatre Festival was a fantastic, ground-breaking show. The 2000-year-old moving story of the last days in the life of Jesus Christ was brought to life in a rock masterpiece without a single dialogue; just songs, one … Continue reading Jesus Christ Superstar | Theatre Review
By Sofia Brizio Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà As a die-hard fan of the film adaptation of this Broadway masterpiece, I had been dreaming of seeing Chicago live for years. So when the Kinetic School of Performing Arts invited me to review their production at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, I immediately thought it was an opportunity I couldnÔÇÖt miss. And after last … Continue reading Chicago | Theatre Review
By Sofia Brizio Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà Ôÿà Before last night, all I knew about Kinky Boots was that itÔÇÖs already a Broadway classic even though it only premiered in 2012, and I had a rough idea of the plot. Never would I have imagined that by the end of the musicalÔÇÖs opening night at the Welsh Millennium Centre I would be shedding tears of sadness … Continue reading Kinky Boots | Theatre Review
By Sai Sri Lankan cuisine is nearly synonymous to extravagant flavours and spicy goodness. Thanks to Quench, I was able to experience this myself, in the newly opened street food bar and restaurant, The Coconut Tree. For good measure, and as an expert of spicy food, I took my boyfriend along as well. Situated right next to Cardiff Central Library and Cardiff Market, the restaurant … Continue reading Review: The Coconut Tree
By Helena Iciek If youÔÇÖre not into musicals- go and see this one. Beginning on Broadway in 2011, The Book of Mormon, has consistently entertained and shocked audiences across theatres for approaching 10 years now- and the hype surrounding it has yet to decline. Written by Trey Parker, Robert Lopez, and Matt Stone, the production follows two missionaries, Elder Price (Dom Simpson) and Elder … Continue reading Review: The Book of Mormon, The Prince of Wales Theatre- London
Words by Katie Duffin As I sat on the steps of the Street Food Piazza, it was clear summer had arrived, and with it one of CardiffÔÇÖs most unique and delicious festivals ÔÇö the International Food and Drink Festival. Music trumpeted out of the speakers as one of the many eccentric bands that day carried the crowd along with an electric set of up-tempo jazz … Continue reading Review: Cardiff International Food and Drink Festival. Cardiff Bay.
by YL Tang I recently watched a few videos on YouTube of people trying to produce zero waste for a week. I must say their efforts are inspirational, so much so that I considered following them myself, not just for the sake of my health, but Mother Nature and the longer the better. However, it is incredibly hard to avoid packaging, especially in the current … Continue reading Zero Waste Bag Essentials
Words by Martha Hughes As a long-time follower of the Ru PaulÔÇÖs Drag Race brand, the prospect of attending Werq the World at Cardiff Millennium Centre was an exciting one. This tour has been a global success, and with Cardiff being the last stop on this rotation, the cast was clearly looking to impress for one last time. Hosted by Season 10ÔÇÖs Asia OÔÇÖ Hara, … Continue reading Werq the World | Review
by Yl Tang Travelling is much more convenient with the aid of technology and the diffusion of aircraft. A lot of people might be tempted to live in a different country, to experience a different culture or settle in somewhere suits them. After high school, I decided to continue my education abroad and therefore, spanning over 13 hours, I travelled all the way from Hong … Continue reading No matter how much you love the new culture you are experiencing, do not forget your roots
Words By Eleanor Strong Since I was 16 years old, I have always worked within the food and drink sector. Whether it is waitressing, bartending or food preparation; any job surrounding this line of work ÔÇô you name it, IÔÇÖve done it. However, itÔÇÖs a whole different ball game when the opportunity arises to take part in the business side. My first experience was with … Continue reading Flawsome: The wholesome all-natural juice company paving the way for sustainable brands
By Eleanor Scales & Lindsay Smith Being homeless is never a great time – but the winter months are when people suffer the most, due to a lack of coats, clothes, blankets and shelter. Last year, it was reported that 78 homeless people died due to cold weather. We spoke to ex-homeless people – who are now living in free accommodation provided by homeless charity … Continue reading We spoke to ex-homeless people about what itÔÇÖs like to live on the streets in the yearÔÇÖs coldest months
Words By Eve Lewis Spring is here and Cardiff is in bloom. Walk through any part of Bute or Roath Park and you will be struck by how many different shades of pink you can find in the blossoms. Nonetheless, if you can tear your eyes away from the trees for just long enough, you might also notice the rich greens which carpet the ground. … Continue reading Global Gardens – Wild Food Workshop
Words By Ashavari Baral In the heart of CardiffÔÇÖs hub of international food and culture ÔÇô City Road ÔÇô lies a Turkish restaurant called Saray. A friend of mine and I decided to try it out and we were really excited to have our Sunday filled (with food). We were joined there by Ali and Gizem two lovely Turkish former Cardiff marketing students, who are … Continue reading Saray | Review
Words By Angelica Marengo On the 14th of March, a friend of mine and I had the pleasure of tasting some of CilieginoÔÇÖs specialities. Ciliegino is an Italian restaurant located inside Cardiff Saint DavidÔÇÖs Centre and opened its doors to the city in 2017. After finding out that the chef, Tonino, is the owner of five other restaurants in Sicily, I could not wait to … Continue reading Ciliegino | Review
By Ashavari Baral ÔÇÿÔÇÖClothing starts conversation, especially vegan clothingÔÇÖÔÇÖ says Jane, who started her own vegan clothing store 5 years ago. Her company Viva La Vegan was one of many at Cardiff Viva! Vegan Festival on the 16th of February at City Hall. My friend Deni and I attended the festival, when we walked in, we were taken aback with the variety of stalls there … Continue reading Cardiff Viva! Vegan Festival | Review
