Launching Cardiff’s first freshly-baked cookie delivery service

John DaviesBusiness

The launch of COOKIELIFT brings something new to Cardiff – giant, chunky, gooey cookies handmade and hand-delivered to your door within 4 hours of leaving the oven. Everyone knows that’s when they taste best! COOKIELIFT was independently founded by Dan Fernandez after being unable to satisfy his craving for fresh, thick, soft-centred cookies and growing frustrated with unreliable deliveries from … Read More

Popular boutique hotel, Holm House, unveils stylish new look

John DaviesTravel

Holm House, the luxury boutique hotel based at the heart of Penarth has unveiled a stylish new look, just in time for summer. As part of the extensive refurbishment project all of the hotels 12 ensuite bedrooms have been uplifted. What’s more the garden has been completely re-landscaped to guarantee Holm Houses spot as one of the most popular al-fresco … Read More

Review: Six at Wales Millennium Centre

John DaviesCulture, Reviews

From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century sisterly sass-itude. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. It’s time they told their story.

Review: Dreamgirls at Wales Millennium Centre

John DaviesCulture, Reviews

Dreamgirls tells the story of The Dreams – Effie, Lorrell and Deena – three talented young singers in the turbulent 1960s, a revolutionary time in American music history. We see the three friends embark upon a musical rollercoaster ride through a world of fame, fortune and the ruthless realities of show business, testing their friendships to the very limit. Dreamgirls … Read More

Apothecary64 shortlisted for StartUp Awards National Series

John DaviesBusiness

Penarth based Apothecary64 has been named one of the most exciting new High Street businesses in Wales after being shortlisted as part of a brand new awards programme.The StartUp Awards National Series has been launched to recognise the booming startup scene across the UK which has accelerated since the pandemic began. In 2020, when most of the world was shutting … Read More

Penarth lights Beacon and fireworks for Platinum Jubilee

John DaviesCommunity

Penarth is planning an exciting free event to mark the start of the Jubilee celebrations on June 2nd. The town joins more than 1,500 places across the country in the lighting of the beacons to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, becoming the first British Monarch to celebrate 70 years of service to the people of the United Kingdom, … Read More

Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival back with a bang for 2022!

John DaviesCommunity

The foodie favourite, Cowbridge Food and Drink Festival, is back with a bang this year with a whole host of tasty treats to tempt festival goers over the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend.  Think moreish meats, vegan varieties, curries, cheeses, chutneys, scrumptious ciders, great gins and sweet treats – it promises to be a real highlight in this year’s calendar. As … Read More

Making Happy Homeowners

John DaviesUncategorized

Truffle Mortgages and Protection is Penarth’s new specialist company for homeowners. With a goal of making mortgages simpler, Truffle is a dedicated mortgage broker who speaks your language.