First Dates is Channel 4’s latest attempt to spice up the rather stagnant pool of TV programs about dating. It strays away from the game show format prominent in recent shows like Take Me Out […]
TV | Mary Berry Cooks – More simple and delicious recipes from the Queen of baking
Several years after the BBC ditched the likes of Delia Smith from their schedule, in a seemingly ageist move that instead sought after bright young TV chefs, this approach has been reversed in recognition of […]
Fashion | Brand Alert – Regal Rose
Looking for somewhere to find your accessories without the inevitable trip to TopShop or, if your more committed, trip to Camden Market to find something more unique? Look no further than the online jewellery boutique: […]
Music | Album review – Real Estate
Real Estate Atlas 3/5 Nice – that’s the word that comes to mind on listening to Real Estate’s new offering Atlas. It’s been five years since their debut, and their sunny lo-fi sound remains untampered […]
Fashion | Cheap but Chic
River Island Black Halter Neck Body £12.00 This is the ideal bodycon suit. River Island offer a beautiful cut out halter neck leotard for only £12.00. The slim-fitting shape allows a smooth silhouette, which would […]
Travel | Haworth – A close and cultured day out
Lovers of literature will be in their element in the West Yorkshire town of Haworth, home to the Brontë sisters. The quaint village is an easy day trip from Leeds reached by jumping on a […]
TV | Freeview Flicks of the Week – Memento, Fight Club & Whip It
There’s always a wide selection of great films available on Freeview. And seeing as staying in is the new going out, TV presents the ideal opportunity to catch up on what you might have missed […]
Music | Album review – MØ
MØ No Mythologies To Follow 4/5 Britain is currently in the midst of Scandi-fever. The death of Marius the giraffe aside, anything touched by Scandinavian hands is lapped up by the British public, and the […]
Clubs | Review – Set One Twenty presents Omar S
Photo: FactMag After pulling in some impressive bookings in the past with French Express, Kyle Hall and Leon Vynehall to name but a few, Set One Twenty launched their “From Detroit With Love” event with […]
TV | Outnumbered – The teenage years
The final episode ever of BBC1’s family comedy Outnumbered has now been aired. Having followed the family since 2007, I was enthusiastically anticipating its fifth series. However, as the children turned 11, 13 and 17, […]
Clubs | Review – Canal Mills presents Jon Hopkins, Tourist
Photo: Justin Gardner Jon Hopkins has been busy. Off the back of his 2013 Mercury Prize-nominated album, Immunity, he has embarked on a huge European tour, arranged films scores, whilst also finding the time to wave […]
Food | Gastronaut – Soul Kitchen
If you’re looking for a spot of warmth and colourful cheer to match this gorgeous weather, then Soul Kitchen at The Wardrobe is perfect. With a menu of Caribbean and Creole dishes, the restaurant oozes […]