A specially curated guide to the next 48 hours (or more) in Bath
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MUSIC | TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
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Shindig Festival announces line-up for 2023
Shindig Festival, which takes place on 25 to 28 May in Dillington Estate in Somerset, has just announced its line-up and it's the best yet!
This year's headliners include dance-pop legend, Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge, so expect much-loved disco classics such as We Are Family, Greatest Dancer, Lost In Music and Thinking Of You; and satirical news reporter (and comedy genius), Jonathan Pie, known for his a potty-mouthed, highly quotable parody of a journalist. Other main acts include London post-punk band, Warmduscher; the original queen of reggae music who is best known for No, No No, Dawn Penn; London based artist, producer, remixer, DJ and founder of Phantasy, Erol Alkan; top dog in the bass heavy-atmosphere of Britain's reggae dance halls and BBC regular, David Rodigan; one of the most celebrated and accomplished DJs in Britain, Norman Jay MBE; and BBC 6 music's, Huey Morgan!
Tickets are on sale now, with a pay in instalments option. Presale tickets sold out in under 24 hours and general release tickets are flying out of the door – so be quick. For the full line-up and to buy tickets, visit shindigfestival.co.uk.
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OUR FEBRUARY ISSUE | OUT NEXT WEEK |
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Our February magazine 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 RECIPE | SWEET AND SPICY
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Recipe by Melissa Blease
Prawn and Chicken Pad Thai
A little bit spicy, a little bit sweet – and always deeply, deeply satisfying, Pad Thai is probably Thailand's best-known dish, extremely popular as both a street food fast-fix or a sit-down supper.
The recipe is, ostensibly, a super-speedy concoction, ready in a flash. But as is the case with most stir-fry dishes, the key to success lies in the preparation: pay attention to each distinctly non-complicated stage, and prepare to wok'n'roll.
To make a vegetarian version, simply replace the chicken and prawns with tofu and the dried shrimps/fish sauce with a mixture of dark soy sauce and malt vinegar.
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Ingredients (serves 2)
200g medium-thick flat rice (or Udon) noodles 1–2 tsp sesame oil 2 eggs, beaten with 1 tsp dark soy sauce 1 chicken breast (around 175g), skinned and sliced 250g cooked king prawns (defrosted if frozen) 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1 pinch dried chilli flakes (or to taste) 2 tsp shrimp paste 100g beansprouts 6 spring onions, peeled and finely-sliced
For the sauce 2 tbsp Thai fish sauce 2 tsp palm or soft brown sugar 1 tbsp tomato ketchup 1-2 tbsp fresh lime juice 3 tbsp roasted peanuts (finely-chopped), plus extra to serve
To serve: freshly-chopped coriander; lime wedges
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Method
1. Start prepping! Cook the noodles according to the instructions on the packet before rinsing with cold water and tossing with the sesame oil. Put to one side. Meanwhile, mix all the ingredients for the sauce together in a medium bowl and set aside with the prepared noodles.
2. Heat 2 tsp vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan. Add the egg/soy sauce mixture and cook for around 1 minute to make a large, thin omelette. Flip over, cook for a further few seconds, then slide onto a board, roll up and slice into pieces.
3. Add another 2 tsp of vegetable oil to the frying pan/wok and stir-fry the sliced chicken over a medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes, until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and add the cooked chicken to the sauce.
4. Add a little more oil to the wok/frying pan if necessary and stir-fry the prawns for a couple of minutes before adding the garlic, dried chilli and shrimp paste and continuing to stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the sauce (with the chicken), the noodles and the beansprouts and toss together over the heat until all the ingredients have mingled with the noodles and the whole lot is thoroughly coated in the sauce.
5. Add the chopped omelette and spring onions and briefly toss the whole lot together again, to heat all the ingredients through. Serve in wide, warm bowls topped with the coriander, the reserved chopped peanuts and fresh lime wedges, for spritzing.
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Vegan and Vegetarian Wines
If you’ve made the switch to veganism or vegetarianism it can be quite a surprise that not all wines are suitable for your new diet.
This is not usually anything to do with the growing, organic or fermenting process but traditionally the addition of various gelatins, milk proteins, even bone marrow, fish guts, sea shells and blood proteins can be used in the filtering stages to help clarify the wine as well as reduce tannin levels.
Good news, though: most wine producers have specially adapted their fining process to eliminate any animal or dairy products, choosing mineral based agents such as the clay derived bentonite and carbon.
We’ve explored the vast cellars at the Great Wine co and found these excellent vegan and vegetarian wines: there are now over 600 to choose from.
Winemaker's Reserve Awatere Valley Pinot Noir – Yealands Estate £14.95 | Decanter World Wine Awards 2021 Gold medalist This is an an elegant yet complex Pinot Noir, showing ripe red fruit and floral character, enhanced by well-integrated oak and a velvety texture.
Las Fincas Rosé – J. Chivite Family Estates £11.75 Another Decanter winner, this delicious rosé (in a beautiful bottle!) has intense aromas of strawberry, pomegranate, raspberry and rose petals. It is smooth-textured, rounded and balanced, with persistence of flavour on the finish with lingering notes of cherry pie.
Melodias Winemakers Selection Chardonnay – Trapiche £8 This Chardonnay exhibits crisp pear, lemon blossom, crème brûlée, lemon pie and brioche flavours, which are enhanced by refreshing acidity.
D'Arry's Original Shiraz Grenache – D’Arenberg £13.30 This wine displays a vibrant, deep plum colour with a dark brick-red edge. The nose is packed with berries and spice with a darker background of black olive and freshly turned earth. There is a luscious plum, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry core with secondary notes of clove and nutmeg.
Chardonnay – Les Mougeottes £10.95 If you love white Burgundy and are looking for something delicious and much less expensive, then this is just the wine for you. Les Mougeottes Chardonnay is one of the best impersonations of white Burgundy that we have ever seen, and it's a fraction of the price!
Explore vegan and vegetarian wines currently with great savings at The Great Wine Co.
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OUT FOR DRINKS | AWARD WINNER
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Corkage wins two awards on one night
Corkage had a night to remember recently as it won gold at the prestigious Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards and Best Restaurant at the Crescent Club Awards.
Corkage owners Richard Knighting and Marty Grant had to split their time between the two events. Richard joined the 200 strong guests at the Winter Gardens in Weston Super Mare for the tourism awards hosted by broadcaster Laura Rawlings and former professional cricketer and PGA golf professional Peter Trego. Marty, meanwhile, was representing at the Crescent Club awards at The Assembly Rooms, joining their members and the great and good of Bath for the glitzy evening.
Giles Adams, Chair Visit Somerset said: “Once again we have been able to celebrate, acknowledge and reward those who work hard to achieve the best, here in Somerset. The visitor economy is evolving, and I congratulate these dynamic businesses that are demonstrating how to engage with it and formulate outstanding product offers and service levels that will perpetuate Somerset’s reputation as a brilliant destination”.
Corkage, 5 Chapel Row, Bath BA1 1HN | corkagebath.com
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EATING OUT | SEASONAL DINING
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New menu launches at Lucknam Park: The Brasserie Restaurant
Enjoy a seasonal dining experience at The Brasserie: a contemporary and stylish restaurant in the spa building. It’s the perfect place to while away the hours whatever the weather, with a contemporary, light and airy interior.
Lucknam's chefs use seasonal produce, sourced from local suppliers.
Mid-Week Set Lunch Menu: Two courses: £28 | Three courses: £34
lucknampark.co.uk | Lucknam Park, Colerne, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 8AZ
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COOKERY DEMONSTRATION | EXCITE THE SENSES!
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Experience Smeg at Coopers Home Appliances, Bath
Join the team at Coopers Home Appliances for a cookery demonstration that will excite the senses and showcase an array of culinary craft; get advice on the best appliances for your needs and also how to get the most from them. See, taste and enjoy what Smeg appliances can do.
The Smeg Home Economist will demonstrate the cooking functions, cleaning options and up to date technologies such as steam, microwaves, and induction, the demonstration will enable you to decide which appliances are right for your lifestyle and cooking style. The delicious food prepared will be available to taste, and there will be plenty of time to have any of your individual questions answered after the demonstration.
There will also be some fantastic offers and promotions exclusively for those attending on the day!
There will be two demonstrations: 11am and 2pm, Thursday 9 February. Entry free but subject to availability – booking is advised, but drop ins welcome. To reserve your spot, either pop into the Coopers shop or register at eventbrite.co.uk | Coopers Home Appliances, 13/15 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 5BN
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Looking for more delicious foodie inspo?
Click through to browse our full Delicious Guide!
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OBJECT OF DESIRE | TIME ON MARS
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New: The Omega Speedster X-33 Marstimer
Made with assistance from the European Space Agency (ESA), the Omega Speedmaster X-33 Marstimer looks forward to mankind’s next giant leap.
Cased in grade 2 titanium, this unique 45mm chronograph tracks time on Earth as well as time on Mars. When the dial displays the planet’s symbol above the letters MTC the watch is in Martian time, tracking the solar date and time at Mars’ prime meridian: making adjustments for the 39 extra minutes that is a day on Mars. The watch also features an innovative solar compass to find true north on Earth and Mars.
The case, back and even the lining of the leather watch roll features a reproduction of Hebes Chasma: a unique steep-sided canyon on the surface of Mars.
Omega were the makers of the first watch on the moon; this is one small step closer to exploring the mysteries of the red planet; or for most of us, just another really cool instrument by Omega | £6,000
The X-33 Marstimer has landed at Mallory; click here to find out more.
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BEAUTY | NEW LAUNCHES FOR HIM AND FOR HER
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Allure Homme All-Over Spray |
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The fresh, spicy, woody scent of ALLURE HOMME, in a fresh and hydrating fragrance body spray | £65
Available at chanel.com
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Rouge Allure Velvet |
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Available in twenty satin shades, the new Rouge Allure Velvet formula glides onto lips, delivering continuous hydration throughout the day | £35
Available at chanel.com
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FASHION | BRIGHT COLOURS AND MODERN SILHOUETTES
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The Whistles New Season Edit
Designed in a host of modern silhouettes, the Whistles New Season Edit comes in bright, vivacious colours – from apple greens to hot pinks – as well as more pared-back palette cleansing tones. Whether styled in tandem or separately, these timeless pieces are infused with a new energy and optimism for the new year.
whistles.com | Whistles, 1 New Bond Street Buildings, Bath BA1 1BL
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MAGAZINE KIOSK | WHY WE LOVE PRINT
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Hamaka is a new, lush and chunky ceramics magazine from Vancouver, Canada. Although the content draws on the cultural heritage of the Americas, Hamaka works to illuminate the intricacies of this particular craft and to bring the stories of those who have chosen to master it to a broad audience. There’s a big effort to reach out not only to ceramic practitioners but to a wider craft community of makers, artists, entrepreneurs, small business owners and to anyone with an interest in the subject. While it’s fresh and informative, the photography and production values make this one attractive on the coffee table as well | £23.50
magalleria.co.uk
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CINEMA | OSCAR-NOMINATED BIOPIC
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The Fabelmans
A semi-autobiographical tale based on Steven Spielberg's own childhood, The Fabelmans follows young Sammy Fabelman (Gabriel LaBelle), growing up in post-World War II era Arizona.
After his mother (Michelle Williams) and father (Paul Dano) take him to see 'The Greatest Show On Earth', he falls in love with the movies – and aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence. But when Sammy discovers a shattering family secret, he begins to explore how the power of films can help him see the truth.
Starring Michelle Williams and Paul Dano; directed by Steven Spielberg.
Showing at The Little Theatre Cinema, Bath from today (27 January) | Tickets available at picturehouses.com
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MUSIC | CREATIVE COLLABORATION
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Eels: Lockdown Hurricane 2023, Bath Forum, 28 March 6.30pm
A musical project that weds a rich variety of off-kilter pop influences with deeply personal lyrics often obsessing over the darker sides of human experience, Eels is the rubric used by singer, songwriter, and musician Mark Oliver Everett (aka E) for the music he creates with a rotating group of collaborators.
Everett has been the sole constant throughout the Eels’ career, making music that’s daring and emotionally revealing. Mark and the band’s visit to Bath Forum in March will be their first show in the South West in many, many years. Not one to be missed.
Tickets £35 (plus booking fee) available from the Bath Forum website.
bathforum.co.uk
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FAMILY | BIG BRANDS AND INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS
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The Baby & Toddler Show, Bath & West Showground, 18–19 February
The Baby & Toddler Show is returning to the South West at its new home at the Bath & West Showground – PLUS, you can book a free pair of tickets worth £32 with code BATH40 today!
Don’t miss the incredible pop-up shopping event with an unbeatable line-up of big name brands, unique innovative products, local services and free baby-first aid workshops with the Royal Life Saving Society to give you a helping hand in parenthood and make sure you and your little ones are happy, safe and on-trend too.
At the show you’ll be able to save money with unbeatable deals on 150+ of the top baby brands and find 100s of unique and useful products which aren't available on the high street. Test, try, compare and buy – watch demonstrations from knowledgeable experts and get fully informed to find the right products for you and your baby all under one roof.
Book your FREE pair of tickets at babyandtoddlershow.co.uk
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WELLBEING | A HEALTHY BALANCE
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Rebalance: Robun wellbeing events
Bath-based Japanese restaurant, Robun has announced that it will be hosting two wellbeing events during the city’s upcoming reBalance festival: ‘An introduction to Traditional Usui Reiki’ (Thursday 16 February) and a ‘Kintsugi Workshop’ (Monday 20 February).
The ‘Kintsugi Workshop’ will give attendees the chance to try out the practical and symbolic art of embracing imperfections through the repair of china and earthenware, using a golden resin glue. These visible repairs are seen as part of the history of an object, with the cracks symbolising fragility, strength and beauty | £30 per person
The ‘An introduction to Traditional Usui Reiki’, Bath’s own Heidi Rearden will deliver a talk on the ancient art of reiki, discussing its benefits, origins, levels and top tips on using reiki in day-to-day life. Attendees will also be provided with a reiki infused crystal and a voucher for a discounted reiki healing session | £12 per person
Food and drink will be available to order during both events, offering guests an opportunity to sample Robun’s menu of yakiniku, sushi and sashimi, paired with sake, Japanese whisky and cocktails.
robun.co.uk | ROBUN, 4 Princes Buildings, George Street, Bath
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Julian House job vacancy: Supported Housing Worker
The Supported Housing Worker is expected to build trusting and empowering relationships with clients and provide person-centred housing support to a caseload of up to 10 people.
They will enable clients to identify their strengths and goals, and develop their skills, confidence and well-being, so they can successfully maintain their accommodation and prepare for a positive move-on; avoiding a return to homelessness/the streets.
Find out more at julianhouse.peoplehr.net.
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SPORT | SALE SHARKS V BATH RUGBY
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Bath Rugby take on Sale Sharks
Josh McNally will make his return to action from the start when Bath Rugby take on Sale Sharks in their first Gallagher Premiership match of 2023 on Friday night.
The 32-year-old featured three times at the beginning of the season before injuring his shoulder. After almost four months of rehabilitation with the club’s medical team, he has been named in the second row alongside Dave Attwood.
There is a similar story for Beno Obano who has been sidelined with a knee injury sustained on the opening day of the season. The England prop is back on the bench following a similar timeframe to McNally.
The starting pack has five changes in total from the draw against Glasgow Warriors last time out. Valeriy Morozov takes the one jersey against his former club while Niall Annett starts at hooker with Tom Dunn on international duty. D’Arcy Rae is reinstated at tighthead prop with Attwood and McNally pairing up in the lock positions.
The back row of Ted Hill, Chris Cloete and Miles Reid will link up once again.
Captain Ben Spencer is promoted back to a starting berth and partners Orlando Bailey in the half-back slots, while Max Ojomoh switches from wing to inside centre. Jonathan Joseph joins him in the midfield with Ollie Lawrence away with England.
Matt Gallagher and Will Butt are named in the back three along with Joe Cokanasiga to complete the backline.
On the bench, Sam Underhill is fit to be selected and Scotland international Cameron Redpath is available – another set to take on his ex-team.
bathrugby.com
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PROPERTY | OVERLOOKING ROYAL VICTORIA PARK
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Park Lane, Bath
Offered for sale by Bath estate agents Cobb Farr.
Located adjacent to Royal Victoria Park, this is an attractive Grade II listed Georgian town house offering stylish, immaculately presented and newly refurbished accommodation arranged over three floors, retaining a wealth of beautiful period features which blend perfectly with quality contemporary finishes.
The entrance leads into a small lobby with attractive mosaic tiled flooring which leads through to a pretty hallway with handsome Oak engineered flooring and part panelled walls.
To the rear conveniently there is a part-glazed door which leads to the garden along with an under stairs utility cupboard. From the hallway there’s an impressive double aspect open plan kitchen / dining and living space with a wood burning stove, built in recessed storage and double doors that lead onto the paved sun terrace.
The first-floor accommodation comprises of a handsome master bedroom to the front, with bespoke hand-painted built in wardrobes and a lovely picture window with a pretty Juliette balconette.
To the rear there is a particularly spacious bath and shower room with a ‘claw foot’ bath and a generous double sized fully tiled and glazed shower. There are two further double bedrooms on the top floor, to the front with a lovely aspect, fitted shutters, built in bespoke hand painted wardrobes and a period fireplace. To the rear a further charming bedroom with recessed shelving and a period fireplace.
Externally, accessed from the kitchen there is a pretty walled and paved west facing sun terrace that spans the width of the property. The terrace leads up to a well-manicured two tier, parterre garden with immaculate Box and Lavender hedging, a mature Wisteria and Rose bushes.
In addition, there are two large undercroft storage vaults and full planning permission to create a ground floor guest cloakroom | £780,000
For more images and details click here to see the property on the Cobb Farr website.
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