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A specially curated guide to help you enjoy the next 48 hours in Bath
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GRAND OPENING | THE SWEETEST THING
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After a successful couple of years trading at Bath Farmers' Market, Sugarcane Studio have opened their first shop on Grove Street, just around the corner from the picturesque Pulteney Bridge, bringing Bath some super-fine patisserie.
French patisserie with an Asian flavour, courtesy of Taiwanese pastry chef Fang-Yu Lin, resulting in a uniquely fascinating, fabulous range of macarons, madeleines, marshmallows, choux buns and bespoke cakes and patisserie.
Check it out today!
Image: Rob Vanderplank
sugarcanestudio.co.uk
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WEEKEND WINES | ENJOY EXTRA DISCOUNT
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To spread some much-needed joy and for this weekend only we are delighted to announce that case discount has increased to 20% on any dozen bottles of wine or spirits, from now until Monday 26 October. Enjoy exploring our magnificent range of more than 1,000 wines and 450 spirits – just make your order 12+ bottles to get the 20% discount. Some of the most popular wines this year, enjoyed by hundreds of our customers, are there to take advantage of.
Love white Burgundy and looking for something delicious and much less expensive? Look no further – Les Mougeottes Chardonnay. If bubbles are what you're after, then why not try one of best-sellers, gorgeous sparkling and made like Champagne – Pere Ventura, Cuveé Classic Cava. We of course cannot forget our Biferno Rosso, affectionately known as 'The Mighty Bif' – this is one of our most popular red wines for the last ten years, and we simply can’t stock enough of it - Palladino, Biferno Rosso DOC.
Visit The Great Wine Co. to enjoy 20% off, for this weekend only!
The Great Wine Co.
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WEEKEND RECIPE | STRICTLY SAUSAGES
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Made with juicy pork sausages, smoky chorizo, earthy beans and all manner of enticing tastebud-tantalising seasoning, this hearty sausage casserole is brings warmth and cheer on a chilly autumn day.
Ingredients (serves 4-6, can easily be halved to serve 2-3)
6 good quality pork sausages
6 cooking chorizo (about 400g), sliced or cut into chunks
2 onions, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed or grated
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp dried thyme
2 x 400g cans white beans (eg, cannellini or butter beans)
2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes
350ml chicken or vegetable stock
125ml red wine (optional, but highly recommended)
Splash of Worcestershire Sauce
Oil for frying
Method
- Heat around 2 tbsp oil in a large, heavy based pan. Add the chopped onions and soften for around 5 minutes before adding the peppers and continuing to sauté for a further 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, fry the chorizo until caramelised around the edges – you won't need to use much oil as the chorizo will release its own as it fries. Remove with a slotted spoon and set to one side before browning the pork sausages in the oil released by the chorizo.
- Add the garlic, smoked paprika and dried thyme to the onion/peppers mix and sauté for around 2 minutes. Add the wine (if using) and allow to bubble down for a couple of minutes before adding the tomatoes, stock and Worcestershire Sauce. Bring to a simmer and add the sausages and the chorizo, plus the infused oil from the browning pan.
- Simmer on a medium heat for around 30 minutes before adding the beans to the pan and continuing to simmer for a further 10 minutes.
- Serve with chunks of fresh, crusty bread to soak up all the sauce or piles of buttery mashed potato and plenty of greens.
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FOODIE DELIGHTS | HIDDEN GEMS
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| Avellinos Deli |
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A little oasis of Italian sunshine on the Cleveland Place/London Road corner stocking a regularly refreshed abundance of pasta, passata and Italian tinned/jarred goodies imported directly from their source, alongside pestos, jams, oils, Italian sausages, '00' flour by the scoop, fresh Italian pastries and much, much more.
facebook.com/Avellinos
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| The Refillable Shop |
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Stock up sustainably at Bath's brand new, big-hearted emporium of foodie fun on Cleveland Place East/London Road. Take your own container, grab a complimentary recycled brown paper bag, buy a glass jar to fill at your leisure or click'n'collect – whichever way you choose to do it, just do it: this is sustainable shopping at its very, very best.
refillable.shop
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| The Mac Shack, New Macdonalds Farm |
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Top-notch, locally sourced, largely organic produce including cakes, jams, chutneys, sauces, oils, pasta, bread, dairy produce, meat and, of course, New Macdonald Farm's legendary eggs in Quattro, Bath White and Freckled incarnation, open for business from sunrise to sunset seven days a week. E-I-E-I-Oooooh!
facebook.com/newmacdonaldsfarm1
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| Super Stokes |
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Seasonal fruit and vegetables galore at this cheerful Moorland Road institution, alongside an intriguing range of foodie finds including fresh and dried herbs, spices, beans, pulses, Mediterranean/Middle Eastern delights and an amazing selection of fresh daily bread including classic ciabatta and fabulous flat breads. Super indeed!
facebook.com/superstokes
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RESTAURANT REVIEW | WEEKEND TREAT
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| By Melissa Blease |
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| Raphael |
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Established on Upper Borough Walls over 20 years ago, Raphael has shrewdly clad the iron fist of change in a lovely vintage velvet glove; it’s not trying to be cutting edge, it isn’t flash, it’s just… lovely.
From the moment you step through the door into this gorgeous little classic bistro, some kind of magic starts to happen. Soft music and candle light, supremely welcoming staff who cleverly make you feel like a million dollars even if your budget's firmly fixed on the Prix Fixe, and Parisian bistro styling including plush banquettes all result in a warm fug of subtly glamorous bonhomie.
Menus largely revolve around imaginative versions of Modern British classics; you might find lamb rump with faggots and cabbage at the start of the main course range, giving way to a high-class burger by way of crispy duck egg with pan fried gnocchi, goat's curd and poached plum, but every dish is anchored by a very clear mission statement guaranteeing that locally sourced, seasonal, sustainable ingredients are pushed to the fore at every turn. Meanwhile, puddings are always perfect, the wine list is wonderful, and Sunday roasts are outstanding.
raphaelrestaurant.co.uk
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ONE GIN | REFRESHINGLY FRUITY
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Tis the season for apples and with this week marking Apple Day, ethical gin brand One Gin is celebrating, sharing unique apple inspired cocktails and baking recipes. Here's a cocktail to try this weekend, a refreshingly fruity long drink that’s sure to lead to repeat orders. You'll need a highball glass.
Ingredients
30ml One Sage Gin
1/4 fresh apple, cubed
4 sprigs lemon thyme, plus more to garnish
30ml white port
15ml elderflower cordial
20ml lemon juice
10ml Earl Grey tea syrup
2 orange slices
2 lemon slices
80ml ginger ale
Method
In a cocktail shaker, crush up the apple with 4 sprigs of the lemon thyme (regular thyme will do if you can’t find lemon). Add the remaining ingredients, except the ginger ale, shake well with fresh ice and top with ginger ale. Garnish with thyme sprigs.
thespiritofone.com
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OBJECT OF INTEREST | EFFORTLESSLY COOL
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| MONTBLANC BRACELET |
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This Montblanc bracelet is cool, casual and simply stylish enough to team with T-shirts and jeans as well as suits and boots without trying too hard to make a statement. Made of woven black leather with a polished stainless steel carabiner closure with the Montblanc star motif on the clasp. £175 from Mallory.
mallory-jewellers.com
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CITY NEWS | BATH AND BEYOND
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| Harbour cove designed by Grant Associates opens in Barangaroo, Sydney |
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A new harbour cove and boardwalk designed by Bath-based landscape architect Grant Associates has opened to the public in Barangaroo in Sydney’s new business district. Watermans Cove features a crescent-shaped cantilevered waterfront walkway to allow people to get close to the water, creating an entirely new public space on the city’s foreshore.
The fully accessible, amphitheatre-style boardwalk extends out to create a new public pier. Huge sandstone blocks provide informal seating areas and native species trees create a shady backdrop to the open waterfront. A feature fig tree has been planted on part of the original dockside structure.
grant-associates.pr.co...
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THE KIOSK | MAGAZINE MOMENTS
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Curated by Daniel McCabe – Magalleria
The concept of ‘slow living’ has been around a while and rather like the mindfulness movement it’s quietly building. As Hole & Corner observes, "many more of us are discovering the therapeutic nature of making things, or the true worth of something that has been made by hand." This Bruton-based creativity and craftsmanship magazine has always articulated the ethos better than most, and its 20th issue is themed ‘Refocus’. It’s packed with interesting theories and concrete actions to provide a thoughtful read for these changing times.
£15; magalleria.co.uk
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ON THE BOOKSHELF | KEEP READING
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| Review by Saskia Hayward, Topping & Co. |
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| Stories of the Sahara by Sanmao |
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The cover drew me in initially: the enigmatic image shows a woman dressed in black with kohl-lined eyes standing in a desert city. The figure is Sanmao, Taiwanese explorer who moved to the Western Sahara territory in the 1970s. Hugely popular in China, here her tales have been translated into English for the first time - and, featuring everything from quicksand to cursed necklaces, they are scenes straight from an adventure book.
Remarkable are the snapshots of life in this fascinating place, rendered all the more tender and vivid in their domesticity, and dissonant with the violence that threatens to break through in moments. Sanmao lacks any arrogance which can sometimes pervade travel writing, otherness dispelled by compassion and warmth as she forges friendships with the local Sahwari people. Above all she is an inimitable companion - a presence so warm, charismatic, infuriating and funny that it is impossible not to fall in love with her and her indomitable lust for life.
Published in paperback on 9 July; Bloomsbury; £10.99
toppingbooks.co.uk
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| Review by Matthew Leigh, Topping & Co. |
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| The First Woman by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi |
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Kirabo enjoys a happy existence in the rural Ugandan village of Nattetta; though she can’t shake a longing to find the mother she has never known. Her life becomes complicated, however, by the newly discovered presence of a second, uncontrollable self inside of her, one which flies out in rebellious moments. She seeks the advice of a local witch, Nsuuta, who tells her that she is lucky, for this second self is the nature of ‘the first woman’, which most women no longer possess.
A coming of age story from an author who perfectly balances beauty and subtlety in her prose, The First Woman is a magnificent blend of epic and personal. Ugandan myth and history provide a rich and fascinating backdrop to a story of universal humanity.
Published 1 October; Oneworld; £16.99
toppingbooks.co.uk
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ON THE BOX | FROM A CLASSIC NOVEL
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The Secret Garden, a Sky original, tells the story of Mary Lennox (Dixie Egerickx), a 10-year-old girl sent to live with her Uncle Archibald Craven (Colin Firth), under the watchful eye of Mrs Medlock (Julie Walters), with only the household maid, Martha (Isis Davis) for company. The film is set in 1940s England at Misselthwaite Manor, a remote country estate deep in the Yorkshire Moors.
Watch it on Sky Cinema here
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WHAT'S ON | POPULAR EVENTS
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| SUPPORT |
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Watch Bath City play Havant & Waterlooville in the FA Cup qualifying fourth round on Saturday afternoon with a live stream direct from Twerton Park.
It promises to be another great game for City as Manager Jerry Gill will be fielding a strong team against the fellow Vanarama National League club who are currently sitting one point above city – so this FA Cup game will be a real test of city’s determination and a good look of Havant & Waterlooville ahead of next month’s league game.
bathcityfc.com
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| WATCH |
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The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a brand-new collection of mesmerising ocean-themed films to UK shores in its first ever virtual edition. Watch a collection of astounding short films telling stories of seafaring adventure, carefree characters and mind-blowing marine life from the depths of
the big blue. Films start at 7.30pm, with audience members invited to explore the virtual foyer from 6.30pm.
oceanfilmfestival.co.uk
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| ENJOY |
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Have a spooktacular half term at the American Museum and Gardens. Wander round the Winding Way on their spooky A to Zee Halloween trail, and discover a whole alphabet of scariness. £3 per child, including prize. Normal admission applies. Last trail available at 4pm.
americanmuseum.org
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| ADMIRE |
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On show at Milsom Place until 31 October and hosted by Art Gallery SW, The Online Bath Art Exhibition is a unique showcase of the amazing amount of artistic talent found in the South West, in support of the wonderful work of the Children’s Hospice South West.
milsomplace.co.uk
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CHOIRSHOW 2
On 1 November look out for the release of CHOIRSHOW 2 – a brilliant live broadcast of virtual choir videos recorded by 14 different choirs from across the UK, in support of Keynsham charity The Music Man Project.
The event is ticketed, and the show will be broadcast live on YouTube at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £8.50 per household and can be purchased via Eventbrite; eventbrite.co.uk
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The Fast and the Foodies
Part of plans to foster a vibrant new quarter at Innox Mills brand new car exhibition, complete with street food – is coming to Trowbridge on 14 November.
The event will feature super cars, sports and classic cars, plus a variety of street food stalls. From some of the newest Lamborghinis, Porches and Ferraris to classic British and American cars such as the Capri, Mustang, an American Hot Rod and a 1933 Austin, there will be all kinds of models on display.
Running from 10am–2pm next to Trowbridge Station car park, social distancing measures will be in place to protect both visitors and stallholders.
Facebook: @InnoxMills; Instagram: @innoxmills
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Museum of East Asian Art
Museum of East Asian Art has moved its popular East Asian Monsters storytelling and Mask Masking online! A great way to get crafty and have fun in the cosy environment of your own home. The session will be led on Zoom by musician and teacher James Brookmyre on 31 October from 11am to 3pm.
A free digital pack will be sent out before the event to all those who have booked – this will include a list of material you will need for the workshop, a mask template and other materials for the event.
meaa.org.uk
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| Look out for... our November issue. |
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| Out from 27 October |
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City Special: Bath Unlimited
How Bath is the home of pioneers, with great innovation, design and expert services delivered across the globe.
And...as always, there will be so many great reads by our team of wonderful writers and contributors as well as beautifully presented advertising by Bath's best businesses. We hope you'll enjoy the read.
15,000 copies are delivered door to door, and you can pick up a copy at many places around town and from our stands at Waitrose, Sainsbury, M&S Foods (Twerton Mills), (Tesco Weston Village) and the Holburne Museum.
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THE BIG SHOPPER | JAMES BOND'S CHUKKA BOOTS
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| Sanders & Sanders at The British Shoe Company |
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James Bond (Daniel Craig) wears a pair of Sanders & Sanders Hi-Top Chukka Boots during the last action scenes of Spectre. He follows in the footsteps of Steve McQueen who popularised the style in several of his greatest movies. Daniel Craig has worn several colours, in all of his 007 appearances to date. Priced at £205, the quality, comfort and good service they will bring will be with you for a very long time... Live and let tie, eh?
Find them at the British Shoe Company – a great new shoe retailer based in Green Street, Bath. britishshoecompany.co.uk
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HOMES & GARDENS | A PLACE TO RETREAT
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| Keep cosy in a garden room |
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There’s something hugely peaceful and romantic about winter nights. And what better way to enjoy them than by cosying up in a garden room, the perfect space for your outdoor winter socialising and relaxation space. Your garden room doesn’t have to be off limits just because it’s cold outside. If you’ve ever come off the slopes after a day’s skiing you’ll recognise that unbeatable feeling of walking into a warmly lit, timber-clad cabin with log burner glowing and gluhwein bubbling on the stove!
Garden Affairs' garden rooms have everything you need to make them a super-cosy winter retreat. With solid timbers, double glazing and insulation, they’re snug all year round, especially in winter. Stock up on candles, fairy lights and lamps for mood lighting and intimacy. Style your space with warm, rich textiles: cushions and blankets, it all adds to the cosiness and ambience.
Don’t forget outdoor lighting too – it’s easy enough to put in some LEDs to light the paving/decking area around your cabin, so you can sit out, perhaps on a deck or built in veranda and stargaze (with a glass of mulled wine).
For inspiration visit their display site in Trowbridge to find out how you too can enjoy the benefits of a garden room this winter.
Garden Affairs
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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK | ON THE MARKET
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A two-bedroom ground floor apartment
This exceptional two double bedroom ground floor apartment with its own grand private on-street entrance and hallway is beautifully presented by the current owners. Tall ceilings and cornicing features throughout with a 19' x 15'1 drawing room, stunning kitchen area, master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a further double bedroom and gorgeous shower room. Plus the added bonus of an allocated parking space.
Offers in excess of £500,000. On sale with Andrews Estate Agents
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Our October issue is available to read online
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