On sustainable food growing (and why it’s so hard)
Learn about the trials and rewards of sustainable food growing at home as allotment enthusiast Hari Berrow shares her food journey towards self-sufficiency.
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ABERGAVENNY FOOD FESTIVAL and the best of 2023’s foodie fests Wales has to offer
Join us for a culinary journey through Wales with our guide to the top food festivals of 2023. From the legendary Abergavenny Food Festival's 25th anniversary celebration to vibrant events in Cowbridge, Cardigan and more.
FREEDOM TO ROAM: the uplifting collective using music, art & film to empower
Freedom to Roam, a collective using music, film, and visual art to empower positive solutions, brought audiences in Cardigan on a thought-provoking journey.
Tenby’s THE STOWAWAY cafe: a fine fusion of Welsh and Spanish belly-warmers
Find shelter and sustenance from the persistent malingering drizzle at The Stowaway in Tenby, offering a limited but delicious range of Welsh and Spanish cuisine.
SHAPING THE WILD: beautiful, insightful read on sustainable farming & conservation in Gwynedd
Explore the EU-funded efforts to integrate Craig-Y-Tân, a Gwynedd hill farm, into local ecosystems with David Elias’ insightful debut book, Shaping The Wild. A must-read for those interested in sustainable agriculture and conservation.
CHINESE FAST STREET FOOD is a delicious departure from bland Cantonese cuisine
Braised duck and noodle bowls make for an unforgettable lunch experience at Chinese Fast Street Food, located just off Queen Street in Cardiff.
Birds of ‘doom and deluge’: the role of ravens and TEN BIRDS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
From ravens to bald eagles, Stephen Moss uncovers the fascinating world of birds with Ten Birds That Changed The World.
From Pysanky to Peppa: what’s on this Easter in Wales, from egg hunts to cabaret and more
If you're after some Easter things to do, check out our roundup of fun-filled activities, including egg hunts, cabaret shows, and workshops.
Foraging season is upon us: what to find & where to do it in Wales this Spring
Foraging season is upon us! Join Amy Wild in discovering the best finds this April in Wales, from Alexanders to nettles. Plus, check out upcoming foraging events in your area.
From short rib croquettes to caramel pork belly, we tried PASTURE’s innovative menu at new restaurant PARALLEL
Parallel, the new Cardiff restaurant from Pasture Restaurant, boasts an eclectic menu and impressive decor. Read our review of this remarkable new addition to the Cardiff food scene.
TWENTYSIX serves up champion brunches and showcases the best of south Wales street food
With an all-day brunch experience and a rotation of street food traders at TwentySix in The Bone Yard, Canton, take a tour of the best of south Wales street food with Helen Gorman's newest venture.
A day well spent at THE BONE YARD BAZAAR: Cardiff’s coolest new monthly market
Cardiff's monthly Bone Yard Bazaar is a street food and craft market with live music, vintage clothing, and pottery shops. Here's what we made of its inaugural event.
Craving chicken burgers in Cardiff? Here’s our honest review of St Mary Street’s EAT THE BIRD
Top contender for the best chicken burgers in Cardiff is Eat The Bird on St Mary Street: from fusion food to skin-on fries, to its signautre Holy Cluck with brie and garlic mayo.
“Food is about speaking to a time and place”: chef TOM WATERS brings refined Welsh cooking to Ground Bakery pop-up
Chef Tom Waters brings refined cooking and inclusive dining to his Gorse pop-up at Ground Bakery in Pontcanna, Cardiff, offering an eight-course menu using the best of Wales.
The best place for chicken kebabs in Cardiff? Try MOWLANA
Mowlana has been the go-to for Cardiff's chicken kebab lovers since 2013. Its reopening reintroduces a tasty new menu, including their famous joojeh chicken.
Conservation in Wales: a look at the Wildlife Trusts’ Big Wild Year
Find out how you can get involved in the Wildlife Trusts' Big Wild Year and their important conservation work in Wales protecting the country's abundant wildlife.
The wonders & horrors of nature in TWO LIGHTS: a memoir and environmental wake-up call
Two Lights by James Roberts is a captivating travelogue and memoir that weaves together nature, history, and environmental activism.
From directionless teen to wildlife TV star: Gordon Buchanan’s 30 years of adventure, from behind to in front of the camera
Gordon Buchanan, the beloved face of wildlife TV, talks about his non-stop month-long UK tour and reflects on his 30 years of adventure, from being a wildlife cameraman to becoming a presenter.
Cardiff market’s rising stars: indie street food traders taking over the city’s food scene
Cardiff Market is one of the city's top destination for street food, with a variety of options from impressive operators and seasoned specialists. These are the rising stars setting new standards for the city's food scene.
Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! – what’s on this St. David’s Day in Wales
Elizabeth Morris and Hannah Collins pick six of the best events and activities to toast Wales’ patron saint on Wed 1 Mar, 2023 – and not a Max Boyce concert in sight!
CHAI GREEN reinvents classic dishes with Indian street food twist
Bagels, nachos, a ‘full English’: these are not what you might expect from somewhere called Chai Green, and this isn't your usual Albany Road setup.
Anime-style speedrunner NEON WHITE lets you slay demons by solving puzzles
Neon White is a fast-paced first-person shooter and puzzle platforming game that, once you've grasped the skills required, you'll be shooting and bouncing your way to victory.
Ring in Valentine’s Day with these 6 date-worthy outdoor walks
Elizabeth Morris recommends some romantic outdoor spots to enjoy this February to enjoy with that special someone… or just yourself.
Eat the rich: from THE BEAR to THE MENU, why is food the heart of the class war trend?
The Menu is the latest in what’s become a prevalent trend of ‘eat the rich’ media, wherein the environment best suited to dismantle classism is the service industry. But why is this, and why now?