As the festive season approaches, Cardiff Bay’s Tiger Yard is once again set to transform into the Winter Wunder-Yard – a magical destination packed with indie street food, cocktails, curling, and more Christmas spirit than you could shake a candy cane at. Whether you’re planning a night out with friends, a festive family day, or an office Christmas party, […]
Cardiff’s brunch scene is about to get a serious upgrade with the arrival of Pori, a brand-new brunch and lunch spot opening soon on Trade Street . Opening Saturday 8th , the new late night spot has been given a complete refurb and a striking new look. The independent venue comes from Sam Hooper & Ross Holland, formerly of La […]
Garbage and Skunk Anansie are set to co-headline a huge show in Cardiff next summer as they embark on a tour of some of the country’s most beautiful outdoor stages. The two musical powerhouses will team up to perform together in six stunning venues including a date at TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on Monday June […]
This Christmas, the curtain rises on a dining experience like no other. Six by Nico invites guests to step into a world of sugar plum dreams, snow-dusted wonder and festive nostalgia, as it unveils its most enchanting tasting menu yet – The Nutcracker. Inspired by Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet, The Nutcracker reimagines the story’s whimsy and wonder through an elegant six-course […]
Visitors exploring the trail can tuck into seasonal street food from local vendors and raise a glass at the Bute Park Tavern within the Christmas Village in 2025 Food lovers visiting Wales’ premier Christmas lights trail will be treated to a festive feast of delights with a brand-new line-up of leading local street traders coming […]
The family behind Cardiff’s much-loved Gin & Juice, Coffee Barker, and Rum & Fizz are expanding once again — this time with a brand-new concept that promises to bring timeless sophistication to the city’s historic Castle Arcade next to Maison Du Boeuf 10-16 Castle Arcade Barker Tavern, the latest venture from husband-and-wife team Stephen and Charlotte Barker, will be an upscale, […]
Whocult Coffee + Donuts prepares to open a brand-new store at The Red Dragon Centre in Cardiff Bay. The cult-favourite donut and coffee brand — known for its freshly made, handcrafted donuts and signature creations — will join the popular entertainment hub’s growing line-up of food and leisure venues, sitting alongside names like ODEON, Hollywood Bowl, and Five […]
The magic of Christmas is returning to the Vale this winter as Forage Farm Shop and Kitchen brings back its hugely popular Christmas Experience — a festive celebration packed with theatre, laughter, crafts, and plenty of seasonal sparkle. Running across four weekends and selected weekdays from 29th November to 23rd December, the family-friendly event promises a full day of festive […]
As the days get shorter and darker, the average Brit will see around 9 hours less of sunlight than in peak summer. The drop in daylight, coupled with the drop in temperature and the onset of the usual cough and cold season can take a toll on our mental and physical wellbeing, leaving us feeling […]
Acclaimed chef Tom Simmons has announced a new direction for his beloved Pontcanna-based restaurant, Thomas by Tom Simmons, which will relaunch in January 2026 with a new name, new look, and new concept. The restaurant will reopen as Thomas The Brasserie, marking the next evolution of Tom’s culinary journey in Cardiff. While the restaurant will remain […]