Art gallery to be destroyed
The doors opened last Saturday to the final exhibition at Tactile Bosch, an art gallery about to be reduced to rubble. Unchartered Perspectives invites back some of the artists who have exhibited in the building over the past twelve years. This gives them the opportunity to showcase the development of their work. One such artist is... Read More
Military fitness gets results
After a summer of Olympic action, and a recent insurgence of fitness fanatics taking over gyms, roads and bicycle lanes, it was only a matter of time before fitness classes themselves stepped up to the mark. Enter British Military Fitness (BMF), the outdoor fitness routine derived from military style training camps. Classes are organised by bib... Read More
Thriller in Cardiff
A flash mob will hit the streets of Cardiff on Wednesday to perform a Michael Jackson themed dance as part of a promotional event for a local bar. Bar Wow, situated on Churchill Way, are taking no half measures this Halloween as they have organised a huge choreographed dance of MJ’s Thriller song. People involved in... Read More
Bounce your way back to fitness
Ultimate Bounce, a fitness class done wearing low-impact rebound boots, is set to expand across South Wales with a new location in Cardiff. Participants experience a high-intense aerobics workout while the boots work their magic. The extra bounce and 2.5 kg added weight increases toning and fat burning. Classes, run by Ultimate Fitness, have become... Read More
Michelin win for Cardiff restaurant
One of Cardiff’s most popular Indian restaurants has been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand, making it one of only two establishments in the whole of Wales to have been given the prize. Indian restaurant and takeaway Mint and Mustard has been recognised by Michelin for the second year running, and adds the title to its... Read More
Desmond Llewelyn: In search of ‘Q’
This year marks 50 years of the James Bond film franchise and one actor appeared in more instalments of the spy series than any other, Desmond Llewelyn. Although known to most people as “Q” the gadget man with his polished English accent; Llewelyn was born in Newport and remained a proud Welshman until his death in 1999. Born to... Read More
Cardiff hosts trafficking conference
A conference to raise awareness about human trafficking in Wales will be held on Saturday 3 November in Cardiff. Wales Against Human Trafficking is being organised by the Christian charity Gweini and will take place in Glenwood Church between 10am and 3.30pm. Tickets cost £5 each.... Read More
Gwdihŵ revamps jazz nights
Alternative music venue Gwdihŵ are set to re-launch their monthly jazz night, in an attempt to attract a more diverse audience. The jazz nights have been Gwdihŵ’s longest running series, held for over two years. Previously showcasing classic jazz acts, the re-launch will incorporate both jazz and blues acts, with a smattering of hip hop... Read More
Indian hospital built by restaurant
A fusion Indian restaurant in Swansea helps people in India receive vital medical treatment by raising money for a hospital. Dishes sold in Rasoi Indian Kitchen assist the funding of a hospital in Dera Baba Nanak in northwest India. It provides free healthcare in the Gurdaspur region. Rasoi’s owners, brothers Jas and Suki Kullar, donate... Read More
How well do we know Cardiff?
Thanks to a series of free tours, visitors to Cardiff can learn of the more intricate details of the city’s history. Huw Clarke, a resident of Cardigan, has been running a... Read More
Charity allotment to help homeless
The UK based charity Fareshare is to tackle poverty in Cardiff with an allotment scheme. Fareshare is committed to the redistribution of food and the new scheme is no exception, aiming to save local charities from having to purchase vegetables. Each weekend a team of volunteers meet to work the land with the aim of... Read More
Secret supper club hosts at unusual sites
A secret supper club in Cardiff is hosting its dinner parties at some rather unusual locations. Secret supper clubs are usually held in the homes of strangers, but Cardiff’s Secret Supper Clwb has welcomed their diners to a range of weird and wonderful venues, including a magistrate’s court, an army barracks and a shooting lodge.... Read More
Co-operative creates jobs in Cardiff
The Co-operative plans to enhance its service to the local Cardiff community and have announced two new stores in Cardiff. The UK’s fifth biggest supermarket chain will be opening their new stores in Llandaff North and Cardiff Bay. The current Llandaff North Co-operative store, soon to be doubled in size. Julian Pugh, Operations Manager, Co-operative... Read More
Welsh sound art coming to Canton
The Witching Hour is an exhibition of sound art at the Goat Major Projects studio in Canton, the sounds featured were gathered from Welsh artists. The exhibition involves 14 pieces of sound presented in a sonic lounge; the space has a clock that is designed to dislocate those entering from the outside world, as it... Read More
CardiffCycleTours: slow and stylish
CardiffCycleTours are a great way to explore the city on authentic British-made bikes without breaking a sweat. CardiffCycleTours are not about exercise or covering miles, they are about discovering the city at a leisurely pace on high-quality Pashley bikes, which are made in Britain and are “perfect for city cycling” according to Pol Van Steelant... Read More
Bill’s brings great food to Cardiff
Last month, Bill’s touched down in Cardiff with its mix of fantastic food. From culinary delights such as moules frites to simple classics, like fish finger sandwiches, there is something for everyone. Since starting up in 2001, Bill’s won the Observer Food Best Newcomer Award in 2006, and then spread from its native Lewes all... Read More