OUR JULY ISSUE IS HERE!

Our July issue is getting into the summer spirit, with our pages packed with plenty of things to do, see and enjoy...

We get into the spirit of Pride ahead of the Pride Day on 13 July with an interview with Cabaret Stage programmer Aled Osborne; hear from Disney soundtrack writer extraordinaire Alan Menken whose songs will be heard on stage at the Hippodrome when Aladdin's magic carpet crash lands; get the latest from Bristol's MasterChef winner, vet Brin Pirathapan; find out why Bristol's big on synchronised swimming ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics and so, so much more!

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Words by Melissa Blease

Courgette, Lemon and Mint Linguine

A speedy summertime supper, ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients (serves 2)

150g dried linguine
2 courgettes
½ a bunch of fresh mint
30g Parmesan cheese, finely-grated
The finely-grated zest and juice of 1 lemon

Method

Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet then drain well, reserving around 6 tbsp of cooking water.

Spiralise the courgettes or slice them lengthways then again into long matchsticks to achieve the same effect. Sauté (tossing regularly) with around 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat for around 3-4 minutes, adding the mint leaves for the last 30 seconds.

Toss the drained pasta into the courgette pan with a splash of reserved cooking water. Add most of the Parmesan, a sprinkling of lemon zest and all the lemon juice. Toss thoroughly to combine and season to taste (this recipe likes lots of black pepper!)

Serve immediately in warm bowls drizzled with a little extra virgin olive oil and the reserved Parmesan.

French rosé wines at The Great Wine Co.

There is not, and will never be, anywhere quite like France: eccentric, idiosyncratic and unswervingly confident as it is in the ability of 'terroir' and tradition to continue to produce the world's best wine in the face of ever-increasing competition. The French are immensely proud of their heritage and with a winemaking history stretching back over 2000 years this is hardly a surprise.

Love by Leoube Organic Rose, Château Leoube | £17.50

This rosé is made from a blend of traditional red grape varieties from Provence. A fruit forward rosé, with a lovely freshness and round mouthfeel. Showing light citrus aromas mixed with notes of fleshy white fruits, bringing the palate to a balanced finish. A rosé filled with happiness, perfectly prepped to illuminate all your special moments.

Côtes de Provence Rosé, Domaine de l'Amour, La Vidaubanaise | £14.95

One of the finest co-operatives of Provence, known for producing balanced and highly drinkable rosé wines. The grapes for this wine, come from a SINGLE estate. So, put your shades on, open a bottle and you could be in Provence in the early 60's, although now the wine is much, much better. Delicate aromas of strawberry and cherry on the nose. The wine is crisp, dry and elegant on the palate, with notes of red cherry, citrus, and crushed red apples. An easy drinking, refreshing, rose and the perfect aperitif.

Consult Rosé, La Lande | £10.50

With an attractive pale pink colour, this is a light and refreshing rosé from the Languedoc region of Southern France. Cinsault lends itself particularly well to the production of rosés, and this dry, unoaked example can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with a wide range of Mediterranean dishes.

Fleur de Mer Rose - Fleur de Mer | £23.30

A classic Provençal Rosé, Fleur de Mer is a brilliant pale pink color, beautifully balanced with bright fruit notes and crisp acidity. Delicate aromas of fresh watermelon and cherry give way to a complex, refreshing palate. Layers of red berries and subtle citrus are complemented by a softly textured middle and a fine, cleansing, mineral finish.

Visit greatwine.co.uk to explore more

The Iconics Rose Nebula collection

Lalique, named after René-Jules Lalique who founded the business in 1888 is synonymous with everything excellent in French crystal and art.
Celebrated for its expertise in glassmaking and jewellery creations, Lalique continues to enchant the world with exquisite pieces.

The new Iconics Rose Nebula collection showcases Lalique's exceptional craftsmanship, with a name derived from the pink luster process - applied as a final touch by the master glassmaker where a colourless, vaporous mist, composed of precious metals including yellow gold during the annealing process, revealing intoxicating pink finish for each piece.

The outcome is both beautiful and breathtaking. Shown below is the Lalique Sparrow pink luster crystal sculpture £429 and to the right is the Lalique Anemones crystal votive, £165.

See the Rose Nebula collection and many more Lalique pieces at Mallory by clicking here.

Colmar's Piqué Shirt | £71.20

These tennis-inspired pieces combine classic elegance with modern performance, ensuring you stay stylish and comfortable whether you're on the court or enjoying summer activities.

Effortless style meets functionality in Colmar’s polo shirts, blending timeless sophistication with contemporary details to offer a refined yet sporty look. Made from breathable fabrics, they are designed to keep you cool and comfortable in the summer heat.

Click here to shop now. 

Reebok Club C 85 Trainers

A favourite among casual athletes at the time, Reebok's Club C was first released in 1985 as a retitled version of the Revenge Plus. Evolving into a contemporary staple over time, the silhouette returns once again this season.

The soft leather upper doles out superior support and quality. The midsole cushions every step and a timeless Reebok window box logo amps up the look for casual yet sophisticated style.

Anthropologie | £80

Click here to shop.

Curated by Daniel McCabe

There’s no escaping the football right now – even the country’s leading wine magazine leads on lunch with Gary Lineker, but other delights in the always-irreverent Noble Rot include Kiera Knightley’s wine reviews, the best meal Fat Boy Slim ever had (although he’s not 100% sure it happened), the £7,500 bottle of wine nobody’s heard of, social media influencers versus restaurant reviewers, musings on restaurant art and more. | £12

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Sundust Secrets: Wake The Tiger family tickets
launched ahead of summer holidays

The weekend is here, the sun is shining and Wake The Tiger is welcoming summer with open arms!

To kickstart the season, Wake The Tiger, has launched a dedicated discounted family ticket and a sunshine season scavenger hunt.

Sundust Secrets is a scavenger hunt like no other, inviting guests to discover secret scribbles concealed throughout the park, each containing a hidden word which is unveiled by human touch. Upon solving the puzzle, visitors will journey to Earth 2.0, scan a QR code and submit their secret word to unlock a ‘Top Secret box’ and claim a mystery prize.

On a mission to spread love and joy, Wake The Tiger is also the official sponsor of Bristol Pride Theatre for 2024, with the Sundust Secrets aiming to inspire creativity and connect on-sire activities to Pride.

Click here to buy your tickets.

Balloon Fiesta team launch mission to celebrate Bristol’s unsung heroes

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta organisers launched a quest for ‘local superstars’ to take to the skies above the city in an unprecedented series of hot air balloon rides. The team behind the summer spectacular are setting their sights on unsung heroes to be flown in hot air balloons which will take off from specially selected locations in their very own communities across the city.

And Bristolians are being urged to put forward community-spirited candidates to enjoy the ride-of-a-lifetime, as well as nominating potential take-off locations for the balloon rides during the final countdown towards August’s Fiesta.

The Balloon Fiesta Community Launches will run from 9 August to 11 August.

Click here for more information and to make a nomination.

Summer Choral Spectacular
Saturday 13 July at 7.30pm

Choral masterpieces including Mozart’s grand and voluptuous ‘Great’ Mass in C Minor, Handel’s Zadok the Priest and Sir John Rutter’s bright and brilliant Gloria performed by a choir of 200 voices from City of Bristol Choir and the Chorus of Westerly from Rhode Island, USA, joined by the professional orchestra Bath Philharmonia. Conducted by Andrew Howell and David Ogden.

Tickets (including booking fee) £16.35 to £23.98 for adults, half price for under 26 year olds, £2.18 for under 18s, available from Bristol Beacon box office.
Tel: 0117 203 4040

Bristol Beacon
Trenchard St, Bristol BS1 5AR
Click here for more information and to book your tickets.

Bristol City v Willem II

Saturday 3 August 3pm

Excitement is building for the final friendly of pre-season. Bristol City will go against Dutch club Willem II in a crowd pleasing match. Having developed a special relationship over the years, it's always a high energy game when these two play. This is a match you won't want to miss! 

Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Rd, Bristol BS3 2EJ

Click here to buy your tickets.

Broadway Road, Bishopston, Bristol, BS7

Offered for sale by Ocean Estate agents.

Located on a highly desirable tree-lined road in West Bishopston, this fabulously spacious Victorian semi detached property features accommodation spread over four main floors with additional rooms on half-landings - enhancing the space, flexibility, and character.
The entrance vestibule, with a tessellated tiled floor, leads to a central hall housing a galleried staircase. The hall has abundant light and features two principal receptions. The front room, with a bay window, sliding sash windows, stripped wooden floors, and a fireplace, spans the full width of the house. The rear reception also has wooden floors, a period fireplace, and large sash windows with garden views.

A lower-level reception serves as a home office/study, this leads down to an eat-in kitchen with French doors to the rear garden. This level also includes a utility room, shower room, and storage.

Upstairs there are five double bedrooms, one on the half-landing. The main first-floor landing has three bedrooms, including a master with an ensuite, and a family bathroom with a separate shower. The top half-landing hosts the fifth bedroom, and a further storage room with Velux windows.
Outside, the rear garden features a patio with built-in seating and a lawn bordered by mature planting, providing a private outlook and rear access. The front garden offers off-street parking and mature planting behind an original stone wall, enhancing the home's facade.

Guide Price £1,295,000

To see more images and read through all the details click here to visit the Ocean home website.