Ground Plant Based Coffee – Swansea

A Cosy Corner for Conscious Coffee & Vegan Bites I recently caught up with a friend over a Monday lunchtime at Ground Plant Based Coffee – Swansea, a vegan café tucked away in the Brynmill area of the city. Off the main drag and nestled in a quiet spot, it’s a place that feels like …

HQ Urban Kitchen Swansea

HQ Urban Kitchen entrance from Alexandra Road
Food, Friendship & Fragments of History Tucked away on the historic corner of Orchard Street and Alexandra Road, HQ Urban Kitchen Swansea—formerly known as Tapestri—is more than just a café. It’s a cherished meeting point for many of us who live in or love Swansea. Whether you’re catching up with close friends, enjoying a good …

Howzat Catering Skewen

A Special Evening – Howzat Catering at Sadie’s Butterflies 16th Anniversary On the 25th of April 2025, I had the pleasure of attending a heartwarming celebration at Glais Rugby Club. The event marked the 16th anniversary of Sadie’s Butterflies, a support and social group that uplifts the LGBTQ+ community in South Wales. Donna, a long-time …

The Falafel Stall in Swansea Market – A Lunchtime Favourite

The Falafel Stall in Swansea Market - freshly prepared salads, homemade hummus, and tasty sauces – all made using the freshest produce sourced from the market itself whenever possible
If you’ve ever wandered through Swansea Market, the heart of the city’s food scene, you may have stumbled upon one of its best-kept culinary secrets – The Falafel Stall in Swansea Market. For the past five years, this has been one of my go-to lunch spots, ever since a friend first recommended it to me. …

Banana Leaf Swansea: Review of a Spicy Escape

Banana Leaf Swansea - Sri Lankan restaurant
It was a freezing cold night on the 10th of January 2025, the perfect setting for a gathering filled with warmth, laughter, and, of course, some deliciously hot and spicy food at Banana Leaf Swansea. My friends and I had come together to celebrate four birthdays on the same night—an annual tradition that never fails …

Swansea Market’s Vegan Mini-Market

Swansea Market is a vibrant hub of local culture, brimming with diverse flavours and a strong sense of community. Today, I had the pleasure of exploring one of its most exciting features: the Vegan Mini-Market. This event is a treasure for food enthusiasts, plant-based eaters, and anyone curious about the world of vegan cuisine. What …

Red Sea Restaurant in Swansea

Sampling Eithopian cuisine in Swansea
A Hidden Gem of Eritrean and Ethiopian Cuisine While exploring Swansea, we came across a little gem of a family-run restaurant – Red Sea Restaurant. This small and friendly eatery serves authentic Eritrean and Ethiopian dishes, offering a delightful experience for anyone eager to try East African cuisine. A Birthday Celebration with a Cultural Twist …

Pant-y-Gwydr Swansea

Beautiful Day with Friends! Tasting the Delightful Menu of Pant-y-Gwydr Restaurant, Swansea