Lots of people don’t see breakfast as a proper meal, but it is just as important as the others, and it’s good to try to get a balanced combination of carbs, protein, and fruit/veg into […]
Leeds Indie Food Festival launch: A religious experience for your tastebuds
For me, the Press Launch of the Leeds Indie Food Fest ’16 started off with a religious experience. After I walked in the door of Headrow House I was handled a warm box of food, […]
The return of Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones is back. Arguably the TV event of 2016 so far, April 24th’s hotly anticipated The Red Woman saw the return of the Starks and Lannisters, in an episode that fans hoped would […]
Review: Louis Theroux’s Drinking to Oblivion
Drinking culture has become something that enshrines Britain and the way us Brits are seen across the globe. Alcoholism itself is something covered in stigma, and a problem which most of us would merely turn […]
LIF16’s events: Editor’s picks
Leeds’ independent foodie scene unites once again for the month of May to present Leeds Indie Food Festival, a celebration of the city’s unique food and drink industry. Last year saw over 100 businesses collaborate […]
Hinterland: The Welsh answer to Scandi-Noir
Reminiscent of Scandi-Noir productions such as The Bridge and The Killing, Hinterland (or Y Gwyll, in Welsh) combines haunting scenery with suspicious disappearances, cold-blooded murders and family feuds which are guaranteed to see you coming […]
Review: Eye In The Sky – Vital viewing for today's world
Eye in the Sky, which arrived in cinemas earlier this month, is a profound and chilling piece of cinema directed by Gavin Hood, concerning the all too familiar struggles of decision-making – both politically and militarily – […]
The best alcohol-free beer? I’ve tested them so you don’t have to!
There are many reasons why someone might drink a non-alcoholic beer. You might be driving, allergic to alcohol, trying to detox or you may be teetotal. However, with summer approaching there aren’t many things better […]
A satiric twist to the iconic Ladybird books
The familiarity that comes with hearing the Ladybird brand takes us back to a time of simplicity, innocence and youth. To mark the centenary of their founding, Penguin Publishing has taken a trip back to […]
Review: Zootropolis – Social commentary disguised as family-friendly animation
With controversy around intolerance surrounding many aspects of life at the moment, this film couldn’t have arrived at a better time. Reports of minorities being treated poorly in many different industries (not least of all, […]
Ethical Fashion Brands To Know
With the idea of sustainability and ethical practices being at the height of importance, it has become a necessity that our society responds in accordance, and this is true for the fashion sector as much […]
Everything You’ve Come To Expect by The Last Shadow Puppets
Put two music maestros in a studio and the result is Everything You’ve Come To Expect. After an 8-year hiatus, playmates Alex Turner and Miles Kane have renewed their harmonious courtship to grace the world […]