Christmas crackers: your festive events guide
Moving into December and January, a roundup of theatre, pantos, concerts, festivals and more taking place in the Yuletide build-up and aftermath.
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“Doing good in any capacity is important”: WILL YOUNG on raising awareness of animal testing in Britain
Will Young spoke to Buzz about a cause close to his heart – the breeding of puppies for medical science purposes, and his petition to outlaw it.
PENDERYN distillers, blenders and managers explain why Welsh whisky is women’s work
Three Penderyn Distillery staff – master blender Aista Phillips, distiller Bethan Lewis and general manager Laura Davies – discusspuncturing the spirit’s blokey image.
THE RED LION: Vale Of Glamorgan roadside inn offers good non-trad pub cooking
Customer-focused, friendly and good, The Red Lion in Bonvilston has been around for hundreds of years and will doubtless continue.
BWCABUS: the fight to save this crucial transport service in rural Wales
The Bwcabus debate in mid and west Wales has opened up a can of worms about the funding of public services. Julia Deli reports on the campaign, from the position of an involved party.
Take a culinary journey through British food history with STUFFED
Calling all foodies! Stuffed: A History Of Good Food And Hard Times In Britain is an eye-opening, mouthwatering tour de force of a culinary encyclopaedia.
Cardiff’s themed bar scene continues to expand with Shuffles & Alcotraz
Post-pandemic, themed bars back with a vengeance, with two new conceptual venues arriving in Cardiff this month.
Breaking the silence on men’s mental health
With Movember and International Men’s Day this month, we’re taking the time to look at one of the most prevalent problems affecting men - the lack of openness around mental health.
MINEKO’S NIGHT MARKET: delightfully cosy island adventure – with a mystery twist
Mineko's Night Market is a charming indie game blending crafting, mystery, and Japanese culture.
Cosy games to curl up with this autumn
While Baldur’s Gate 3, Starfield and Lies Of P are dominating our game time, this season is also ripe for revisiting cosy, easygoing modern classics.
Out of the fryer, into the fire: are air fryers worth the hype?
Over the last few years, air fryers have become the new must-have gadgets. But do they live up to the hype?
Entrepreneur HELEN ROSE hated Welsh in school – now, she’s helping overseas learners
Like almost 10% of Welsh speakers in Wales, Siop Dwt’s Helen Rose’s love for her ancestral tongue came later in life. Now, she's keen to help others discover it for themselves.
MILK & SUGAR dinner club at Spark: an early evening bargain in Cardiff
The culinary excellence of Milk & Sugar continues in its newest venture, Dinner Club at Spark in Cardiff, featuring exceptional attention to detail and fresh, UK-sourced ingredients.
Unlock strange thrills in RHONDDA ESCAPE ROOMS
New to Tonypandy, Rhondda Escape Rooms' Stranger Things Experience makes for a thrilling adventure in the heart of the town.
WEIRD WALK navigates ancient paths up and down the British Isles
Embark on a journey through mysterious landscapes in Weird Walk and discover ancient myths, mystical sites, and the intersection of the past and present.
FILKIN’S DRIFT: the folk band touring the Welsh coastal path – on foot
As Filkin’s Drift embark on an eco-friendly musical journey, walking the Welsh coast, discover their unique tour experience in our chat with the artists.
Embrace autumnal wellness: from yoga to journaling, explore the best activities in Wales
Discover rejuvenating autumn wellness activities in Wales that will nurture your body and mind, from yoga to self-care fairs.
From gourds to games, the best pumpkin picking spots in Wales
If you’re looking to make the pumpkin-picking process a day-long event for the whole family, there are plenty of pumpkin sites up and down Wales to choose from.
Rewilding in Wales: restoring biodiversity to combat climate crisis
Discover how rewilding in Wales is combating the climate crisis by restoring biodiversity through projects like Gilfach, Cambrian Wildwood, and Pumlumon.
Navigating university life in Wales: a guide for new students
As another academic year begins, Billy Edwards looks back on his journey embedding himself in his new Welsh home to offer sage advice and tips.
Walking into life’s reflections: WALKING ON THIN AIR by Geoff Nicholson
Take a non-linear journey through life with Geoff Nicholson's Walking On Thin Air, a profound and unpretentious memoir.
From a dozen stalls to 25 years: RIVERSIDE FARMERS’ MARKET through time
Ahead of its anniversary celebrations, find out about the journey of Riverside Farmers' Market, Cardiff's pioneer in sustainable, fresh produce and community spirit.
Walking Wales: runs, walks, games & trails to get stuck into this autumn
Strap on the running shoes and nipple tape for a host of runs, walks, games and trails in Wales designed to push the body and stretch the mind.
CYBERPUNK 2077: NO COINCIDENCE – a thrilling ride through neon-drenched Night City
Dive into the world of Cyberpunk 2077 with spinoff novel No Coincidence by Rafał Kosik, a pulse-pounding journey through Night City's underbelly.