by Sam | Nov 8, 2020 | Shopping, Things to do
(Sings) “Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?” Too soon? Ok, maybe it’s a little early for Christmas songs for some people but it’s definitely not too early to start thinking about how we can support our local businesses this Christmas. Within...
by Sam | Jul 3, 2020 | Food
Hello again, friends! I recently caught up with the rather lovely Céline from Cocolico Patisserie; she specialises in plant-based French Patisserie, so please read on to learn more. Céline Céline arrived in the UK in 2016, following a prestigious career as a pastry...
by Sam | Jun 11, 2020 | Shopping
Hello again, folks! As you’re no doubt aware, “non-essential” retailers have been given the green light to re-open their shops from Monday 15th June. Not all shops are opening on that date and not all will be open for the entirety of their...
by Sam | May 26, 2020 | Food
Hello again! In keeping with the theme of understanding the impact of lockdown on local businesses, this week we meet Nicola of Nic’s Bakery. Nic’s Bakery is a business that has only come to fruition during lockdown, proving that where there’s a...
by Sam | Feb 26, 2020 | Bars/Pubs/Cocktails, Eating Out, Food
In case you’ve not seen it on social media yet, the next Indie Eats event is scheduled for Thursday 26th March at the Castle Tap! Join us for some amazing food from four local traders and find your perfect beer pairing from the Castle Tap too! Let us know...
by Sam | Jan 23, 2020 | Food
In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new bakery in town and it’s been set up in such a way that it brings a taste of village life to our very own Reading. Meet Wolseley St. Bakery. Davy Bonte is the brains behind the operation and has over 20...