A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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Come along to Bear Flat Artists Open Studios
Bear Flat Artists open their studios over the Whitsun Bank Holiday weekend from Saturday 27 to Monday 29 May, the 20th anniversary of this popular Arts Trail. More than 200 artists have taken part over the years and to mark the occasion, artists from the early days are invited to exhibit, and work by young, up-and-coming artists will go on show across the trail. Free admission. Celebrations include a launch party at The Bear Inn on Thursday 18 May, open to all.
27–29 May, 11am–5pm | Bear Flat, Bath BA2
Go to bearflatartists.co.uk for more information
Image: Wild Boar Charcoal by James Nunn
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OUR MAY ISSUE | OUT NOW |
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You'll love our fabulous May magazine which features a collection of great reading by our team of wonderful writers as well as beautifully presented advertising by Bath's best businesses. We really hope you'll enjoy the read!
Every month we deliver 15,000 copies door to door, but if you don't get a copy at home then you can pick up a copy at many places around town and from our floor stands at: Waitrose, Sainsbury [Green Park], M&S Foods in Twerton, Tesco in Weston Village, and at The Holburne Museum.
Click here to enjoy our current issue!
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And if you would like to have a copy sent in the post every month, then we offer a postal subscription for just £33 for 12 issues, £18 for six issues or buy a copy for just £4.25. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – see our website.
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WEEKEND RECIPES | ALL THINGS ASPARAGUS
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Words by Melissa Blease
Asparagus x 4
Brunch: Pancetta-wrapped Asparagus with Dippy Eggs (serves 2)
Snap off and discard the woody ends from a generous bunch of asparagus. Wrap each spear in a slice of Pancetta, leaving the tips peeping out at the top. Bring a medium-sized saucepan of water to the boil, reduce to a simmer, gently lower 4 medium-sized free-range eggs into the water and cook for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, heat a knob of butter in a frying pan over a medium heat and sauté the pancetta-wrapped asparagus for around 4-5 minutes, or until the asparagus is just tender and the pancetta is turning crisp and golden. Serve the soft-boiled eggs in egg cups, with the asparagus 'soldiers' on the side, for dipping.
Simple Supper: Creamy Asparagus Pasta (serves 2)
Snap off and discard the woody ends from a generous bunch of asparagus and cut the tips away from the stalks. Put the tips to one side and chop the stalks into 2cm chunks. Pour 150ml double cream into a small saucepan and add 2 peeled, whole garlic cloves. Bring the cream to boiling point then immediately take the pan off the heat. Remove and discard the garlic cloves and set to one side. Simmer the chopped asparagus stalks in boiling, salted water for around 4-5 mins (or until tender), drain, then tip into the infused cream with around 50g grated parmesan. Blitz with a hand blender (or in a food processor) until smooth. Cook 250g tagliatelli according to the instructions on the packet, adding the asparagus tips for the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Meanwhile, gently reheat the cream sauce. Tip the warm sauce over the drained pasta and toss well. Divide between two warm bowls and serve topped with parmesan shavings, a smattering of capers and plenty of black pepper.
Chic Canapés: Asparagus and Parmesan Cigars (makes 12)
Preheat the oven to 200c/gas mark 6 and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper. Snap off and discard the woody ends from 12 chunky asparagus spears and blanch in boiling water for 1 minute before immediately plunging into a bowl of iced water. Layer two large sheets of filo pastry with melted butter. Place the asparagus in rows on top of the pastry, scatter with grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (approx. 3-4 heaped tbsp of grated cheese should be enough in total) and top with another sheet of filo pastry. Slice the filo accordingly around each spear of asparagus and loosely roll the pastry around each one, leaving the tips showing. Brush with more melted butter and bake in the pre-heated oven for 10-12 minutes until the pastry is golden. Serve warm, with a little pot of mayonnaise for dipping.
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CAFE SOCIETY | CAFE BY THE FURNACE
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Cafe by the Furnace, Bath Aqua Glass
Nestled within Bath Aqua Glass in the heart of Bath's Artisan Quarter, is the home of Cafe By The Furnace, which serves panini, soup of the day, cake, drinks, and wines.
Email cafe@bathaquaglass.com Follow them on Facebook or Instagram at @cafebythefurnace for more updates
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WEEKEND WINE | GRAPE EXPECTATIONS
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Singular Sensations
It should be no surprise that the term ‘Single Vineyard’ refers to wine that comes exclusively from grapes grown in a single vineyard site and the combination of unique elements that are perfect for grape cultivation, including soil, topography, water quality, sunlight, and temperature.
The balance and harmony of the elements in the vineyard create optimal growing conditions, which ultimately leads to the production of premium grapes and, in turn, higher quality wine.
Because a Single Vineyard wine is sourced solely from one location, it is considered superior in quality. Isolating the vineyard allows winemakers to focus their attention on delivering the very best product from the grapes grown there, resulting in a more meticulous and attentive winemaking process.
Here’s four sensational singles to try. Search for more at The Great Wine Co. greatwine.co.uk
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Tarsanas Single Vineyard Assyrtiko - Kir-Yianni |
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The nose is dominated by aromas of apple, pear and citrus fruits, with a refreshing character. On the palate, the cold climate adds structure and crispness, with a little touch of salty minerality, supporting the soft flavours coming from the oak barrels. £29.50
Buy and try at greatwine.co.uk
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Single Vineyard Pinot Gris - Yealands Estate |
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This delicious new vintage packs an exotic punch with flavours of Williams pear, grapefruit and ripe peach. A full bodied and luscious palate, showing a fine balance between texture, fruit weight and acidity. £14.40
Buy and try at greatwine.co.uk
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Single Vineyard Tumbarumba Chardonnay - McWilliams |
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Aromatic, elegant cool-climate Australian Chardonnay, washed with citrus and melon, the rich flavours of peach and fig kept in check by a rock-hard note of flint. £25.00
Buy and try at greatwine.co.uk
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Single Vineyard Chardonnay 'Tres Volcanes' - De Martino |
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A short but rainy growing season in Chile coupled with a 12 month ageing in large ’Foundres’ barrels produces a Chardonnay with well developed citrus and green apple aromas, with a dash of nutty, smoky minerality. £29.50
Buy and try at greatwine.co.uk
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Looking for more delicious foodie inspo?
Click through to browse our full Delicious Guide!
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FASHION | THE JASMINE HEMSLEY EDIT
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FRAGRANCE | FATHER'S DAY GIFTS
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Introducing the new face of Bleu de Chanel fragrance |
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BLEU DE CHANEL marks Timothée Chalamet's first collaboration with CHANEL and as the official ambassador of any fashion or beauty label.
With a dynamic energy as raw as it is refined, the French-American 27-year-old actor has gained a distinguished worldwide reputation, while still at the dawn of his career. Apart from his audacious style and unapologetic charm, Timothée Chalamet personifies the visionary and edgy spirit of the next chapter of BLEU DE CHANEL.
The fragrance makes a perfect gift for Father's Day. Click here to shop at chanel.com
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OBJECTS OF DESIRE | FOPE FOR THE BEST
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FOPE’s Flex’it Bracelets
Founded back in 1929 by Umberto Cazzola as a goldsmith’s workshop in Vicenza, the company specialised in making watchstraps from gold and other metals, becoming suppliers to Switzerland’s biggest watchmaking brands. Over the generations the family firm used its expertise to create its own gold jewellery collections. Today FOPE is recognised as one of the finest luxury jewellery brands in the world, famous for creating the iconic Novecento mesh and the Flex’it collection – a superbly flexible and intricate gold weave that allows jewellery to be shaped into beautiful designs, which is FOPE’s unmistakeable, signature style. Adored by the glitterati since the early 80s, the flexible rope like pieces are never out of vogue and its timeless appeal is elegant and highly desireable.
Want one? Prices start at £1,950 for a Prima Flex'it 18ct yellow gold bracelet with diamond set rondel.
As well as these gorgeous bracelets, see the full, covetable range of FOPE jewellery at Mallory.
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MAGAZINE KIOSK | MAGALLERIA
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Griffé is a French magazine exploring fashion by literally looking at the label – or what’s behind it. Followers of fashion are often glued on the industry’s stellar designers, but here the focus is on brand profiles and archive that reveal hidden stories about the actual fashion houses themselves. If you collect fashion, Griffé enables you to date your vintage pieces by providing the chronologies for garment labels collected from archives, museums and collectors from all around the world. The first in the series kicks off with the commercial biography of Maison Margiela. | £30
store.magalleria.co.uk
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ART PRINTS FOR SALE | DAVID RINGSELL
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Order a Contemporary Art Print
Buying a beautiful and affordable contemporary art print of an original painting from us is simple. Giclée art prints for sale from Real Images are available in A2, A3 and A4 sizes – these are priced at: A2 – £120, A3 – £90, A4 – £75.
Just select the prints you like from the shop, choose the size that best fits the space you have available and add your affordable print to your shopping basket.
“The print is a present for a family member‘s birthday and he is very happy with it. It arrived in good time and was very comprehensively packaged, so it arrived in great condition. Thank you!" - Online customer
Bath art prints for sale to restaurants, hotels, and offices
Contemporary art prints of Bath architecture and city scenes are a fantastic addition to hospitality, leisure, and commercial office environments, that will look great and be enjoyed by staff and visitors alike. Special prices are available for bulk purchases.
David Ringsell exhibitions:
2023 Permanent exhibition of work at The Old Crown, Bath 2023 Permanent exhibition of work at The Claremont Pub, Bath
Click here to shop
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Fleabag Returns |
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See the hilarious, award-winning, one-woman show that inspired the BBC’s hit TV series Fleabag. Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag, Killing Eve) and directed by Vicky Jones, this 67 minute play is a rip-roaring look at some sort of woman living her sort of life.
Synopsis: Fleabag may seem oversexed, emotionally unfiltered and self-obsessed, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. With family and friendships under strain and a guinea pig café struggling to keep afloat, Fleabag suddenly finds herself with nothing to lose.
Playing to sold-out audiences in New York and London, don’t miss your chance to see this ‘legitimately hilarious show’ (New Yorker), at The Little this June.
Little Theatre Cinema, Bath Thu 15 June 7pm | Fri 16 June 7pm | Sat 17 June 6pm | Sun 18 June 12.30pm
Click here for the Facebook event Click here to book
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Bath Racecourse Ladies Day Saturday 17 June |
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Come to one of the stand-out days in the Bath social calendar. and join fellow racegoers for a show of style and beauty in the ever-popular Ladies Day at Bath Racecourse.
Stylish outfits, ornate hats, fantastic food and drink and, of course, exciting racing combine to ensure you and your friends have a day out to remember at one of the country’s best small racecourses.
Soak up the atmosphere in the Grandstand and feel the thunder of the horses as they race by, or take the opportunity to celebrate a day in the sun with one of our hospitality packages for something a little more special.
Go to bath-racecourse.co.uk for tickets and more information
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GARDEN EVENT | GREEN THUMB
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The Royal Bath & West Show returns on 1-3 June 2023 with plenty to please green-fingered visitors
The horticultural area has been enhanced from last year, with the familiar 'two-tent' approach featuring a Horticulture Tent and outdoor gardens retained. Show organisers are delighted that the main horticultural sponsor, The Newt in Somerset, will be showing their Chelsea Flower Show exhibit, with a second display courtesy of Yeo Valley Organic Garden.
TV personality David Domoney (Love Your Garden and This Morning) will be attending the show on Friday and Saturday to talk all things gardening, and will be available to provide help and advice to gardeners and would-be gardeners.
1-3 June | 9am | The Royal Bath & West of England Society, The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6QN Visit bathandwest.com to book your Advance Tickets
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EVENT | THE AMERICAN MUSEUM
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Rare Plant Fair on 21 May
For all plant lovers, this is your opportunity to buy beautiful, interesting and unusual plants! A selection of 17 specialist nurseries with genuine growers and plant experts are ready to offer advice and expertise to help you create dream displays at this fun day out.
Go to rareplantfair.co.uk for more information
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PROPERTY | AN ELEVATED DREAM HOME
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High Bannerdown, Batheaston, Bath BA1
This is a substantial 5-bedroom, detached family home that has been renovated and improved, positioned beautifully in large, well-established gardens which has been renovated and improved. Set in an elevated position in a sought-after ‘horseshoe’ of 56 desirable homes on Bath’s eastern fringes.
Inside the renovation that has been undertaken is clear – it plays to modern family living with ample storage in the hall, light and airy reception rooms, with the open plan kitchen/dining/family room all opening on to brand new raised decking with bi-fold doors and overlooking the private and near-level garden. The kitchen itself boasts bespoke units along with a breakfast bar island.
The ground floor is completed by a cloakroom, utility room and useful reception hall.
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Upstairs there are 5 bedrooms with the largest and second largest occupying both ends of the house and both having ensuite shower rooms. The other bedrooms are all doubles served by a refitted and classy family bathroom.
The beautiful and established south facing rear garden has a new raised decking area, ideal for entertaining. It has countryside views and is enclosed to all sides.
To the front there’s generous parking apron giving access to the front garden where there is scope for a detached garage/carport STPP. £1,495,000
For more images and all the details click here to see the property on the Cobb Farr website
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