Author: Rhys Gregory

There’s nothing better than cracking open a Cold Beer on a hot Summer’s day. But what about the days that aren’t hot? In Britain, that’s nearly all of them. With that in mind, BrewDog, Britain’s biggest independent brewer, has launched a new, limited-edition lager to help warm Brits up on those chilly days. At 3.4% ABV, Hot Beer is a session lager that once tasted of something, but has since been engineered to deliver genuine temperature. It will be available both canned and on-tap in bars, and uses microwave-orientated smart-tech to heat an expertly prepared brew to a blisteringly hot,…

Honest Burgers presents its latest recipe innovation on Tuesday 1st April 2025: the Spam Burger – a homage to the iconic canned classic, Spam. The brand has reimagined this nostalgic and versatile store cupboard staple with a teriyaki glaze to reflect Honest Burgers’ creative flair for its burger specials. Alongside the teriyaki glazed spam, the unexpected yet delicious burger features two smashed patties, American cheese, grilled pineapple, sriracha mayo, lettuce and pickles. This April Fools Special is guaranteed to turn heads – what better way to mark the occasion than with a burger that makes people do a double take?

Swansea’s multi-award winning Indian fusion restaurant, Rasoi, is bringing Wales’ first 24-hour Indian street food vending machine to Swansea. Located on Wind Street, in the heart of Swansea’s nightlife hub, the 24-hour vending machine will offer a fast, convenient and delicious alternative to the current late-night food options. Designed for night owls, partygoers, or those just looking for a quick snack, the vending machine will provide authentic Indian flavours at the touch of a button any time of the night or day. Using cutting-edge heating technology, each snack will be served hot, crispy, and full of flavour — just like…

Guests at voco St David’s Cardiff can now enjoy the ultimate in locally-inspired luxury, as the hotel’s award-winning spa launches its brand-new Cardiff Bay Mud Wrap – a treatment designed to leave guests feeling refreshed, revitalised… and just a little bit salty. Harnessing the (questionable) powers of Cardiff Bay’s finest shoreline silt, the new treatment promises a “deeply grounding” experience using sustainably sourced mud “rich in natural minerals and maritime charm.” Phil Bailey, Spa Manager at voco St David’s Cardiff, said:“We’re always looking for ways to connect guests to our unique location, and the Cardiff Bay Mud Wrap truly embodies…

A 38-year-old civil servant from Newport will be taking on the 2025 ABP Newport Marathon in a bid to prove that running is for everyone. Dan Matthews has undergone three lung surgeries – but he hasn’t let that hold him back and he’ll now be taking on the mammoth challenge on Sunday 13 April. When Dan was just 19 his lung collapsed while he was out driving. He said: “It happened spontaneously. I was driving at the time – not doing anything physical. It was very painful, and I didn’t have a clue what was going on. I was taken…

Seventy-one Powys companies were helped to expand, or secure their future, last year with growth grants from the county council totalling £994,000. The money was put towards projects costing more than £10 million in total, with the businesses themselves investing £9.4 million. The 71 companies are involved in everything from designer furniture to factory robotics and received between £940 and £25,000 each after the council secured £1.2 million for the scheme, from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund. The investments backed projects that aimed to create more than 200 new jobs in total (full and part-time) and safeguard many more.…

The award-winning Pettigrew Bakeries has announced it will open a fourth site in the vibrant heart of Rhiwbina Village, Cardiff. Pettigrew Bakeries is a family-run business, and one of the pioneers of craft sourdough in Cardiff. The business has gone from strength to strength since opening its first site opposite Victoria Park nine years ago, and now operates from three outposts across the Welsh capital — allowing its bakers to specialise in patisserie and lamination at the original Canton site, and bespoke breads in Roath. Renowned for their sourdoughs made with organic flour over a 72-hour process, Pettigrew Bakeries also uses traditional yeasted methods to…

A former primary school teacher who posed as a young girl online and pressured children to send explicit images of themselves has been jailed. Daniel Fuge, 38, of Prospect Road, Dorchester, formerly of Wrexham, denied making indecent images, and three counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. But a jury found him guilty of all four charges following a trial at Mold Crown Court in February. He appeared at Mold Crown Court for sentencing yesterday, Monday, 31 March, where he was sentenced to ten years in prison. Fuge was made subject to sex offenders register notification requirements…

Oystermouth Castle is throwing open its gates to visitors, residents, and history enthusiasts alike to explore the iconic landmark this summer. The castle will officially reopen on Saturday, 5 April, and will welcome guests seven days a week from 11am to 5pm, with the last entry at 4:30pm. Managed by a team of dedicated volunteers, The Friends of Oystermouth Castle, the site continues to be a cherished part of the community. In recognition of their outstanding efforts, the group was honoured with the King’s Voluntary Award in 2024. Paul Lewis, Chair of The Friends of Oystermouth Castle, said: “To keep…

The UK is experiencing outbreaks of Avian Influenza across the country with the whole of Great Britain having been declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ). Avian influenza (AI) naturally circulates in wild birds. When they migrate to the UK over the winter they can spread the disease to poultry and other captive birds. With this in mind, keepers locally are being advised to maintain strict biosecurity measures to help prevent their birds from contracting AI. Should AI be found in a flock of birds, it would mean that that flock would need to be culled to prevent the spread…