Tigertailz are a Welsh glam metal band that reformed in 2005 they come from Cardiff. Their 1990 album Bezerk made the Top 40 with hit singles “Love Bomb Baby” and “Heaven”. The band reformed in 2005. While the line-up of the band may have changed over the years, one thing is still abundantly clear – Tigertailz know […]
How to make an Easter bonnet
Schools around Wales are gearing up for their annual Easter bonnet parade. You might want to buy a basic basic straw hat and decorate it with Easter themed chicks, eggs and bunnies, but if you’re keen flex your creative muscles we’ve put together some of the best how-to videos for Easter. Got any tips to […]
Bollywood review: Total Siyapaa (12A)
Bollywood review: DIRECTOR: E Niwas STARRING: Ali Zafar, Yami Gautam, Anupam Kher, Kirron Kher THE PLOT: London-based Aman (Ali) is a musician wanting to marry girlfriend Asha (Yami). She happens to come from a loud-mouthed Punjabi family. All starts well when Aman meets Asha’s parents for his first dinner date. But life for Aman takes […]
John Constable masterpiece on display in Cardiff
A painting by John Constable which is regarded as one of the greatest masterpieces of British art is going on display at National Museum Cardiff after being saved for the nation. The famous Salisbury Cathedral from the Meadows 1831 was secured for the British public through the Heritage Lottery Fund, The Manton Foundation, the Art […]
Comicon science-fiction fans descend on Cardiff
Sci-fi fanatics dressed as their favourite fictional heroes for the Comicon day as part of the hugely popular Cardiff Film and Comic Convention. Torchwood’s Eve Myles, Doctor Who star Paul McGann and Lord of the Rings actor John Rhys Davies were on hand to speak to fans, pose for pictures and sign autographs at the […]
Joanna Young ‘s Recall at The Riverfront
I could not helping feeling that if I had seen a previous manifestation of this intricate work by choreographer Joanna Young my enjoyment, appreciation and understanding would have been enhanced. However, all performances have to stand on their own feet and on this basis Recall works as an extremely detailed dance-theatre work with some imaginative […]
Breast cancer models glam up at fashion show fitting day
Breast cancer models in sequined blouses, satin dresses and sparkly jewellery lined the rails of the fitting room as 24 first-time models waited anxiously to meet their catwalk attire. A total of 23 women and one man will take to the stage at Wales Millennium Centre as part of the Breast Cancer Care fashion show […]
Pinewood Studios: The home of British filmmaking
Pinewood Studios: The home of British filmmaking. Think of the biggest British films of the last 20 years or so. Four Weddings, Harry Potter, Bond etc. One name crops up again and again. Pinewood Studios. The Georgian style mansion Heatherden Hall, in Buckinghamshire, where Pinewood is based, has provided the backdrop for some of the […]
Stake a claim on tail fillet steak – celebrity chef Glynn Purnell
There are arguably few better dishes (for meat eaters at least!) than a really good and simple fillet steak. “Tail fillet steak is often overlooked, which is a shame as it has a wonderful taste,” says chef Glynn Purnell. Here he shares his recipe for getting it just right. Tail fillet of beef with baked […]
Peter Hain: Parental love story, duty, values and sacrifice
Peter Hain: Love, affection, and the ties that bind are characteristically strong beyond all imagination. But there are some love stories where the testing times and constant strain pushes love’s very boundaries to the limit. Bringing up a young family and keeping a household together can make or break a marriage, but for Adelaine and […]