Sandwiched between mountains and sea and home to the country’s vibrant capital city, South Wales is one of the most incredible places to visit. Famed for its rich culture and heritage, jaw-dropping scenery, and array of attractions, it truly has something for everyone. Even more temptingly still, the region is also well-known for its wealth of farmers markets selling the finest produce and artisan goods around. Naturally, it’s somewhere that captures the hearts of all those who visit.
If you are planning your trip, make sure you put time aside to visit some of the best farmers markets in South Wales to keep you fuelled during your stay. From the freshest local veg to the most moreish regional cheeses to the most delicious sweet treats, these popular markets promise all sorts of goodies to tempt and delight.
Afternoon tea. The reward for many a cracking south Wales hike. The focus of countless scenes in costume dramas. The utterly reassuring rattle of spoon on china. The deeply satisfying, sweet-treat comfort food. We know it, we love it, it feels as if it’s woven into our DNA. But how did it all begin?...
In the modern world we’re disconnected from our food. When the cupboards and fridge run bare, we make a list, and visit a supermarket. Here, we can find all the food we need, sat in neat rows on white shelves, sealed in plastic. The wild hunt, reduced to a stroll around some aisles with pop music infusing our thoughts. Not that long ago in human history sourcing our food wouldn’t have...
It’s hard to put into words the power of food. In some ways great food is an art form, but not an abstract one. Our brains have very little to do with it. Our senses, everything. Food is for gobbling up, from the smells of it cooking to the sight of it on a plates, and its warmth in the belly. Food is pleasure— and joy. Like all the senses, taste is also tied to memory. Great food is emotion...
Your wedding day is extremely personal to you, but – ahem – not immune to outside influence. And not just the aesthetic Pinterest mood board kind. A study by wedding app Bridebook has found that Coronavirus has directly impacted 64% of 2020 marriages— affecting when, where, and how weddings take place. Living through a global pandemic has altered our perception in many areas...
Cymru is famed for its wild and rugged beauty. South Wales is home to thriving communities and world-renowned natural sights, yet the landscape seems to preserve its own remoteness. There is no shortage of life-affirming ‘the hills are alive’ space in South Wales. It used to be a joke (as well as an accurate statistic) that there are more sheep than people in Wales. Now, ...
From rolling valleys, to windswept moors and peaks, to rugged wide-open coast. South Wales is a place of varied landscapes and true natural beauty. Whilst the current situation has put travel on hold, we thought we’d share some inspirational places with you to dream about visiting when restrictions are lifted. Here’ a quick round up of four beautiful places in South Wales....