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THE LION KING ON SCREEN
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TV & FILM
Disney is back with a new live- action instalment of
The Lion King, this time with a star- studded cast BY NADIA ABBAS
including the likes of Beyonce Knowles Carter,
Donald Glover and Seth Rogen.It is expected to
thrust us back into the African savannah, where
we will see Simba grow up into the prince he
was always destined to be, and reunite us with
the characters we know and love from the 1994
classic. Glover who voices Simbas character
explains “the film will focus more on Simbas time
growing up than the original film”. We can expect
this new adaptation to be a fresher, deeper look
into the world of family, love and power, making it
perfect for the whole all.
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The Fast and Furious franchise This long running show about the This popular US prison drama series
is back with a spin-off movie with dark underworld of Gotham, in a time is coming back for its final season,
two of the movies illustrious action before Batman was old enough to showing audiences what Piper and
characters, played by Dwayne protect it, is returning this July for its the gang have been up to since last
Johnson and Jason Statham. In this fifth and final season. Up until now we season’s explosive finale. Viewers will
new, and different instalment to the have followed the young Bruce Wayne get an intimate look at the character’s
Fast universe, we are expected to on his heroic journey, from childhood lives unfolding, as Piper adapts to
see an unlikely alliance between tragedy to now teaming up with life on the outside, away from the
long- time enemies Hobbs and Shaw. Catwoman, detective Jim Gordon and enclosing walls of the correctional
They band together to defeat the other comic heroes to defeat the evil facility. It will also show the struggles
genetically enhanced villain Brixton, forces of crime in their city. The show of the friends she has left behind, as
played by Idris Elba, who threatens has come full circle as he faces iconic they face life sentences, heartbreak
to destroy all of humanity with just a villains like Penguin, the Joker and and betrayals. After being the most
simple fist-punch! The combination of more! This final season is expected streamed show on Netflix, directors
fast supercars, rock-solid muscle and to be the perfect conclusion for an have decided to end the show but are
playful banter is bound to make this ultmate Batman prequel. not ruling out a sequel in the future.
spy movie a new fan favourite!
IT - CHAPTER TWO
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Based on Stephen King’s harrowing tale of the evil clown Pennywise who
torments the children of the losers club, returns 27 years later to wreak havoc
once more on the dead-beat town of Derry. These neighborhood heroes who
defeated the evil clown have grown up and gone their separate ways. However,
they are drawn back into their hometown once more, to face the lurking evil that
has an insatiable appetite for human flesh.

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BIG SKY BY KATE ATKINSON
The long-awaited return of private investigator Jackson Brodie. Brodie has
relocated to a quiet seaside village, son and Labrador in tow. His seemingly
straightforward current assignment - gathering evidence of a husband's
unfaithfulness for a suspicious wife - suddenly puts him in the path of something
much darker and much more dangerous. Old secrets and new lies collide. The
2 AT THE POND, VARIOUS AUTHORS
independent bookshop edition includes a Q&A with the author.


At the Pond is a collection of writing on swimming in the Hampstead Ladies' Pond,
with contributors including Margaret Drabble, Esther Freud, Deborah Moggach
and Leanne Shapton. It combines personal experiences - like Sharlene Teo's
first visit and Nell Frizzell's view from the lifeguarding canoe - with a history of
the Pond, over the years and from season to season. A wonderful celebration of
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swimming outdoors.


Fried & Justified is Houghton's account of his career as a publicist in the record
business - Ramones, Talking Heads, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Sonic Youth... A
candid, witty and engaging read about hits, myths, break-ups and breakdowns in
the record business 1978-98. Mick is joining us to discuss his book on Monday
15th July at the Rialto Theatre, Brighton. For more information about the
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BY ELIF SHAFAK
The new novel from bestselling writer Elif Shafak. The book opens with the murder
of Tequila Leila, dumped on the outskirts of Istanbul and left to die. As she dies,
her life appears to her in flashbacks, telling the story of her life. Across the city, her
misfit group of friends search desperately for her. Shafak blends love and hate, life
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and death, kindness and cruelty into a powerful, moving novel.


This Women's Prize longlisted debut novel is out now in paperback. Surreal and
dazzling, Freshwater is the story of Ada, a girl born with one foot on the other side.
Ada's parents have struggled to deal with the separate selves and spirits inhabiting
their troubled daughter. Following a traumatic incident, the selves crystallise into
something more powerful, taking control as Ada fades into the background of her
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own mind and shifting her life in a more dangerous direction.


The story of journalist Simon Barnes, his wife Cindy Lee Wright, their son Eddie,
and eight acres of Norfolk marshland. For Eddie, who has Down's syndrome,
the marsh was a place of calm and adventure. For Simon, it was an area to keep
watch over and nurture. Working with the Norfolk Wildlife Trust, they ensured
the marsh became a thriving conservation area. A wonderful memoir about the
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transformative power of nature.


BY SAIDIYA HARTMAN
A remarkable book that considers the lives of black women in America at the dawn
of the twentieth century. Combining historical research with literary imagination,
Hartman conjures individual characters from history and resurrects them, using
historical sources as a springboard to imagine these often unrecorded stories and
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BN1
TRIES... THE EARTH & STARS By Louisa Streeting


As I walked the short distance from my home to Earth & The first choice is Roasted Jerusalem Artichoke and
Stars, something told me I’d earnt this meal that evening. Soaked Celeriac Wellington (£13), straying away from
It’s not too long after the pub’s menu has been reimagined the conventional mushroom-based filling the vegetarian
by Brighton’s dynamic chefing duo, Wolfsmouth. The version usually offers. The thick, flakey pastry held
kitchen now offers an eclectic array of small plates (also together with every bite of the wellington, with lovely layers
functional as starters) and a variety of main dishes. of spinach, pine nut, and Kalamata Olive tapenade. The
other vegan option is slightly unusual for a roast – a tart
To start, we chose two dishes from the small plates menu: filled with heritage and sundried tomatoes, wild garlic,
crispy squid (£6) and Tempura sprouting broccoli (£6.50). chilli, and topped with char-grilled aubergine. This main
The squid was coated in a thick but delicate peppered component brings a warm kick to the rest of the meal, with
batter, which fell apart pleasantly in your mouth. The the heat of the chilli lingering comfortingly on the palette.
broccoli covered in nutty sesame seeds is cut through by The shortcrust pastry does not disintegrate under the wet
the sharpness of the sweet and sour sauce. Both dishes fillings. The tart is risk that strays away from a traditional
are large, but we finish them anyway (although, if anyone roast, but it certainly pays off.
has been to The Paradiso Social, they will know their small
plate portions are extremely generous). Both meat and vegan roasts are served with glazed carrots,
two types of cabbage, green beans, celeriac and parsnip
One of two vegan main dishes, the Panko squash burger purée, and summer peas. The purée adds such a Despite
is enormous in both size and taste. The patty used a thick the long list, I would have loved a slightly larger portion of
and fresh slice of butternut squash in a light crumb (£11). veg as they were incredibly fresh. Fear not, as extras can
I loved how the zing of the scotch bonnet jam and the be purchased for just £2.50, including seasonal greens
mellowness of the smashed avocado balanced each bite. (Yorkshire puddings are £1). The garlic roast potatoes
Pub favourite, Fish & Chips, was placed on top of the most were perfectly crisp on the outside and soft in the middle,
delicate mushy peas, puréed to perfection (£13.50). The and the dairy-free cauliflower cheese is a wonderful touch
batter was crisp and clung to the fish. We dipped thick- for the vegan roasts. Both are paired well with lashings of
cut wedges and the burger’s fries into the pub’s in-house the pub’s rich miso gravy.
homemade sauces, ketchup and vegan mayonnaise.
Holly, who looked after us, said she was now a convert Both meals were punctuated with friendly staff and a warm
from Heinz and so we took her word for it! Both sauces atmosphere inside the pub. Thank you to Holly and the
were faultless, full of flavour. rest of the team for looking after us so well. Now with five
separate sites dotted all over the city, Wolfsmouth’s mini
Wolfsmouth and Earth & Stars very kindly offered us to culinary empire continues to pick up the pace, with two
return for their Sunday Roast – an offer I could not turn new sites to be launched in a few weeks’ time. I applaud
down after our delightful evening meal in the week. My Jack and Will for their rapid expansion and continuously
dining partner and I chose the two vegan roasts due to bringing winning flavour combinations with their dishes.
their distinctiveness. Although, I did note – avid omnivores
can enjoy the choice of 60-day aged beef rump (£16),
chicken breast with pulled thigh (£14), or apple glazed and
herb crusted pork chop (£15). THE EARTH & STARS
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TRIES... HARBY'S BAR & DINER By Stuart Rolt

I’ve always had a fondest for Brighton’s Harbour Hotel The Burger Queen, for once, didn’t have her meat shoved
and it’s reframing of British luxury hospitality. The seafront in a bap. Ribs is her new thing and here Harby’s brings
location affords sweeping vistas to the windfarm, and its A-game. The St Louis Belly Ribs (£16) are 18-hour
the arrival of its quirky glamour inspired a rejuvenation smoked and glazed with a rich barbecue sauce. Although
amongst the surrounding area. Inside this restored only a half portion, most of this generous serving will be
Regency building is a beautifully decorated bar, adorned coming home in a doggy bag. The plate is piled with
with art as diverse as Jamie Reid and Rubens. It’s a cool succulent looking meat, superbly smoky and slightly spicy
place, but still welcoming. This evening, as the longest day it separates from the bone with minimal effort. Alongside
starts to fade, the Burger Queen and myself are checking sit triple-cooked chips (£3.50), chunky and crisp on the
out Harby’s, the hotel’s bold, but somehow reassuringly outside, the fluffy centre completes a lovely melange of
familiar, new eating concept. textures.
This ground-floor restaurant has been formed into a To compliment the meal, we order a crisp Valencian
loose reimagining of the American diner. But don’t Bodegas Covinas Rama Viura (£18). This is dry, fruity and
expect checked tiles, bored waitresses or acres of light, giving suggestions of exotic fruit with a delicately
neon. Reference points are subtle, leaving the food to floral note. In fairness, it could have been a little cooler,
speak for itself. The space is larger than first impressions but the wine bucket quickly dealt with this. As we’re next to
suggest. Interesting and varied seating areas are tucked the sea, it seemed appropriate to sample some seafood.
everywhere, including some snug booths at the rear and Monkfish in Prosecco Tempura (£18) is another house
a long table to accommodate all but the mot numerous of speciality, joined by smashed peas, even more thick-cut
groups. The latter offers a superb view of the open kitchen chips (hooray!) and tartare sauce. The prosecco bubbles
and lovely stained-glass beyond. The result of excellent make the batter as light as you could ever imagine. It
interior design or luck (I can never tell), even if the place tears easily, allowing access to some delightful monkfish.
is rammed it still offers an intimate and inviting dining Sometimes not an easy fish to cook, it’s tender to the bite
experience. with a lovely sweetness in the flesh. Adding to this are
perfectly piquant tartare and subtly minted peas, to bring
To enliven both paillettes and spirits, we select a Harby’s balance to it all.
Spritzer (£7.90) to accompany our animated menu
dissection. As you guessed, this is a house special, Harby’s manager, Matilda, tells me the Harbour Group
blending Brighton Gin, Aperol, prosecco and strawberry. wanted to try something different in Brighton. “It’s a bit more
It’s summery and fruity, everyone’s favourite local brand casual and for the young people.” The menu has been
gifting a clean, slightly orange finish. The menu is dazzling designed to encourage sharing, stepping sideways from
in its plurality. There’s something for even the fussiest formal dining without compromising on inventiveness and
of eaters here, populated by thoughtful and creative taste. Where Harby’s succeeds is creating a comfortable
reimaginations of classic dishes. and inclusive environment, which gives equal attention to
omnivorous and vegan dishes. It proves great food doesn’t
Most alluring on the menu was a vegan Mac & Cheese have to be staid or pretentious.
(£4). I know a thing about sauces, my hearty roux being
the toast of Hanover. Cynically, we select this to represent We leave it at that, attempting not to over-eat despite
the extensive vegan offerings - cheese is a difficult thing to several temptations left upon the menu. Even a dessert
replicate. Considering it’s completely dairy-free, this bad- might be too much, but Matilda presses a box of beautiful
boy is interesting, even better than traditional versions I’ve cupcakes into our hands as we escape to the bar and its
sampled across the city. I won’t divulge the methodology extensive cocktail list. This presents five different Expresso
here, but if you’ve eschewed animal products, yet still Martini offerings alone, so we continue a very enjoyable
crave creamy comfort food, this may hit that spot. evening.
HARBY'S @ HARBOUR HOTEL
64 KINGS RD,BRIGHTON
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The Sommelier






By Lily Thomas



To get you in the Pride spirit these wines
are colourful, fun and some might say
slightly naughty. If you’re going to choose
a wine for this upcoming celebration here
are a selection of summery wines to help.



WHITE from Zinfandel which

For Pride the fruitier the wines the better! Some fab white can be slightly sugary,
California makes great
wines that are dry, full and fruity can be found in the Rosé from the Pinot
south of France. There are some great wines available Noir grape which is
that have strong floral aromas but still remain balanced lighter and softer in
and easy drinking. Great examples are wines found in style, these wines have
Languedoc region of France, made with the grapes like more raspberry and
Marsanne and Viognier, they produce rich, fruity and redcurrant flavours
peachy wines which a fantastic to drink chilled in the and are super fruity
garden or at a barbecue. There has been an increase of and great for al fresco
affordable Marsanne on dining. Rosé is best
the market and Aldi even drunk young when they
has a great Marsanne are fresher and fruitier,
from their speciality so when choosing
range (£8). Viognier is a a vintage, the most
great option to pair with recent year is usually
aromatic foods and in your best bet!
the last few years has
become easy available
the UK.
SPARKLING
Wine for a celebration like Pride should be bubbly and
ROSÉ a little sweet like the Castillo Perelada Stars Cava from
the independent wine shop like Seven Cellars, this wine
Although Provence is made in a similar way
wears the Rosé crown, to Champagne resulting
Spain makes some in a light wine with
really great Rosé it’s pear, citrus and slightly
also known for being nutty notes. This wine
amongst the most LGBT is smooth and complex
friendly countries in as grapes grown in the
Europe! Spanish Rosés made with the grape Tempranillo, Penedes region tend to
the famous grape in Rioja are full bodied and vibrant and be full of character due
pack a punch flavour wise too. Think strawberry, cherry to the soil and growing
and red berries! Finding a Rosé that is not too sweet may conditions. Brut Nature
be a challenge, so look out for wines that are made in the means there is less
Navarra region as they tend to be slightly cooler which sugar and so as well
means less sugar and more acidity! as fizz for a celebration
it would make a
California, known as the most LGBT friendly state in delicious food pairing!
America is also known for some vibrant wines! Californian
Rosé is fresh and fruity and very easy drinking, away
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BN1 THE CLOAK ROOM
TRIES... By Meganne Gerbeau

Tucked down St. James Street you’ll find a new bar that Dip them into their homemade hot sauce, ‘Wendy’, for an
boasts crafts beers from their own brewery, along with a extra kick.
tasty menu filled with “filthy” bar bites and soul food from
award-winning Lost Boys Chicken. The crisp and light kriss-kross fries (£4.00) are good
enough to convert you from curly fries according to
They have developed a party vibe in the evenings with Tucker. You can choose what buffalo sauce it comes with,
DJs and live music, the Cloak Room recently hosted the and there are a lot: 'Wendy', 'Thuddbutt', 'Rufio' and 'No
afterparty to this year’s Brighton Beer Festival and they Name', ranging from mild to XXX hot. They also have
have 14 taps of craft beer, four to five of them being from vegan hot sauces and vegan mayonnaise, catering for all
their own brewery Cloak + Dagger. lovers of American spice.

Two of the house beers brewed by Cloak + Dagger will The chicken in both dishes was full of flavour. The juicy
generally stay put, a hoppy session pale called Komodo fried pieces of chicken are sprinkled with chili and herbs
Bozo and a fruity super fly-PA named Never Dug Disco, and come with a choice of sauce, we tried ‘Thuddbutt’
Ben Hucker (Tucker), co-owner explains. A range of other which had a good level of spice. They come in sets of
craft specialties regularly rotate the bar from different three (£6), six (£11), or twelve (£22). Slathered in sauce,
breweries across the UK. you are not going to want to share these!
House beers are brewed locally in Franklins Brew Co. The portion size for the burgers are also very generous, we
in Ringmer and cans of Cloak + Dagger can be found tried the fried chicken parm with a lavish chunk of chicken
elsewhere at pubs and restaurants such as Brewdog, enclosed in a light bun soaked in Ruffio’s pizza sauce and
Prince Albert and The Salt Room as well as retailers like basil mayo. This burger is perfect for summery lunches
Seven Cellars. After being voted the Best New Brewers in due to its light sauce and tantalising deal of burger with a
East Sussex in the Rate Beer Best Awards last year, make side or beer for £10.
sure you grab a can or two.
The music, aesthetic and general atmosphere of the Cloak
Rufios run the kitchen with their mouth-watering buffalo Room is very inviting, relaxed and welcoming. The artwork
style fried chicken and American influenced menu. The in the pub is inspired by Cloak + Dagger’s bright and bold
Lost Boys have already caught the attention of Brighton branding, the paintings plastered across their booths and
foodies after they took over the kitchen at The Joker in prints featured around the venue were designed by co-
Preston Circus two years ago. owner Leigh Pearce.

With a menu brimming with comforting soul food and bar With homely heart-warming food, a fantastic selection
bites, there is a lot of choice. Tucker recommends the mac of craft beers on hand and friendly staff who are very
and cheese balls, kriss-kross fries, fried chicken dunks, attentive, the Cloak Room is an interesting and tasty
and a fried chicken parm burger. Whilst we were definitely addition to Kemp Town’s bar scene. Beers and other
ordering with our eyes, the prices and combo deals allow beverages are available every day of the week, and the
you to overindulge without breaking the bank. Lost Boys menu is available Thurs – Sun. Currently the
guys at the Cloak Room are preparing to be a brand-new
The mac and cheese bites (£4.50) are stuffed to the brim venue in the Pride Village Party zone in August.
with rich cheesy goodness and sealed in a crispy coating.
THE CLOAK ROOM
81-82 ST JAMES'S ST, BRIGHTON

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Ask Jess...


The Nutritionist


Jess English, Registered Dietitian


PLASTIC FREE JULY




It’s July - time for beach BBQs, drinks al fresco and for a • Talking of meal planning, how about packed
lot of people, it’s also time for Plastic Free July. Plastic Free lunches? It might seem simple but it’s an easy win
July has been around since 2011 and aims to highlight the to avoid all of the added plastic packaging AND
amount of plastic we’re consuming each day. save you some money. It doesn’t have to be boring
either, leftovers are great the next day if you’ve got a
It’s essentially a month where you try to cut out single-use microwave at work.
plastics - and if you’re anything like me, you’ll be amazed
at how much there is. Next time you do your weekly shop, • When you’re planning your meals, plan where you
look down and see how much of it is wrapped in plastic. shop too. Look for unwrapped fruit and veg where you
Hummus? Plastic. Chicken / tofu? Plastic. Frozen fruit? can - only grabbing what you need means less food
Plastic. Supermarket shopping gets interesting.
waste too. The big supermarkets all have affordable
unwrapped options (but remember they’re not open
Spending power late on Sundays!) and check out your local markets
You can’t fail to have noticed the rumblings of a world and greengrocers for fresh, seasonal produce.
that’s coming to grips with the amount of plastic that it
uses - from Attenborough to Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s • You can get your meat, fish and cheese from the
new TV venture, people are starting to sit up and take counters at your local butchers or deli, plus many
notice. There are zero-waste stores popping up around supermarkets have counters - ask if you can bring
the country and even Waitrose are piloting a refill store in in your own containers or for them to use paper
Oxford that’s been a huge success.
wrapping.
Shopping and cooking
Sustainability and minimizing waste are an important part • Can’t get to Oxford for your weekly shop? I feel ya.
of how many of my clients shop and cook. I regularly work Here’s some fab local places where you can pick
with people to find realistic ways that they can make small up lots of your foodie favourites plastic-free: HisBe,
wins. Infinity Foods, Harriet’s of Hove, Store Brighton,
Wastenot, Hollingdean Wholefoods, Down to Earth
HERE’S SOME OF MY TOP LOCAL TIPS:
These changes can take a lot of planning and it can all
• Why not try out a local milk delivery? The glass seem pretty overwhelming - it’s important to remember
bottles are continuously re-used, so no recycling that you don’t have to be perfect. Even making small
needed, plus you’re supporting local farmers and changes means that shops sit up and take notice.
businesses. In Brighton we’re lucky to have a few
- including our last independent milkman Jerry from To be realistic, it needs to work for you and your budget
Brighton Milk. - some things just aren’t feasible for everyone and you
need to accept that sometimes there will be food waste,
• Meal planning - it might seem like a no-brainer but it’s especially with little ones! Check out local composting
a fab waste-saving habit to get into. Sitting down to schemes in your area via the Brighton and Hove Food
plan your meals for the week and making a shopping Partnership website to put those scraps to good use.
list can cut back on so much food and plastic waste.
Add in some flexible options; you’re not likely to want
to cook that lasagne from scratch after a long day at
work, are you? www.levelupnutrition.co.uk
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BN1
TRIES... DIRTY MAC AT IDLE HANDS


Summer is finally here! And now it’s gone. Wait, now The others went for Cluck-a-doodle Blue (£8) which was
it’s back! Hang on, now it’s... Well, you get the gist. a filling Mac and cheese concoction of Buffalo Chicken,
Inconsistency is ironically the most predictable element pancetta, blue cheese and a dash of Frank's hot sauce.
of this season. The irritation of leaving the house in shorts Spicy but not overpowering, the cheese sauce and pasta
and a t-shirt while having to pack a rucksack with wellies is were deliciously indulgent with bold flavours fighting for
just par for the course when navigating the British weather space on my already primed tongue.
system.
The arrival of Loaded Fries (£7), covered in signature
As a food writer, you should sit down to every review with cheese sauce, chili con carne, jalapeños and salsa sent
an open mind and no presumptions - but my word is it the table into a frenzy until we realised there was enough to
hard to relax when you dressed for Club Tropicana and the satiate us the lot of us.
journey was more El Niño.
For an extra £3 (as an offer add-on), you can incur
Stumbling into Idle Hands, my agitation immediately more arguments among hungry friends by grabbing the
subsided. The pub has a Victorian charisma that oozes homemade Jerk Chicken, which unlike my outfit is perfectly
character. Its wooden flooring and green walls adorned seasoned.
with pictures, craft beer cans, mirrors, and a stack of
previous pump-clips, are perfect companions to the vast After chatting to the delightful bar staff, we went all out
array of tipples on offer. And with the new kitchen, Dirty and threw some Jalapeño Poppers (£5) into the mix. For
Mac are offering an array of mouth-watering bites and anyone unacquainted with these mouth-tingling globes of
comfort foods - it looks like I've stumbled well! unadulterated joy, they’re fried breaded jalapeños stuffed
with cream cheese that burst on dental impact, spreading
Seated as a group, we got straight into the menu and spicy juices into a mouth that can be only be placated by
picked out whatever took our fancy, plus an extra to share. the calming dip of the restaurant's homemade blue cheese
This way no one gets envious of the other's eats. I know I sauce.
always do!
At bursting point, there was not much room for more; but
Among us, we ordered up a storm treating ourselves to there’s always room for research. After once again quizzing
different types of Mac and Cheese and sides - a treat for the delightful bar staff, next time I’ll be trying their signature
the weather-beaten. Vienna style beef hot dogs., or perhaps their vegan options.
I'm intrigued, as the vegan menu is a facsimile of what we
I went for the Mad Macs (£8), topped with chorizo and had but with extra vegetable goodness. With vegan beef
caramelised onions. Bursting with brie, it was comfort food chili, vegan cheese sauce and myriad toppings, this place
at its finest - I barely got to touch the curly fries before my makes sure that anyone who pulls up a pew will be very
friends devoured them. well catered for.



DIRTY MAC @ IDLE HANDS
59 QUEENS RD, BRIGHTON
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THE SCRIBBLER


First on the train… This is good. Food poisoning hit me the perfect protestor anyway? Only a dead one can avoid
as I entered Victoria Station. I pull out my pad and start impacting the environment; advocating an extinction to
scribbling to distract myself. But the gut growls with anger, avoid one is rather ironic no?”. I realise what I’ve been
so I pull out a supermarket bag-for-life. Should I abort this drawing… “Well those in glass houses…” she regurgitated
journey before it leaves the station? Too late; the carriage from one of those free right-wing papers that are handed
is filled up - standing room only - and the seat next to out on the commute. My argument had no purpose for her.
me is occupied by a woman that has spreadsheets to
interrogate. Settles the belly pain not a jot. So I jot… I reach for my bag-for-life, and hurl vigorously into
its glorious containment chamber. When I regain my
I find myself scribbling Emma Thomson’s headstone. As capacity to engage with the outside world, I see the fellow
a fan of the ‘actor-vist' I’m not entirely sure why... She was commuter is rapidly vacating her seat.“Sorry I think I’ve
in the headlines accused of being a hypocrite for flying got food poisoning”, I explain, but I’m dead to her.
in for the Extinction Rebellion protest. It must be related.
It draws the attention of the suit next to me. “Did Emma Unexpectedly the train starts moving on schedule and
Thomson die?” she asks. There’s no way to really defend the attention I’ve brought to my sustainability argument is
the sketch I’ve made, so I give it a go… apparent in the atmosphere of the carriage. Environment
is important. Our’s stank of bile.
“She’s getting shit about her carbon footprint” I begin, not
knowing where this will lead. “So I got thinking, can you The commuters were heroically protesting my existence
only protest against climate change if you are an ‘ethical with an avoidance of eye contact when a bullish Beef
protestor’? Does that mean only a barefoot hippy in a yurt Wellington of a man pushes his way past them and into
can protest about the need for better fuel? Is a suit like you, the vacated seat next to me. “You might not want to sit
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