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‘I took my boyfriend to a women-only bar - within minutes they had him doing the conga’

‘I took my boyfriend to a women-only bar - within minutes they had him doing the conga’

22 March 2025

Our reviewer visited a bar with a lively dance floor and an unusual door policy that’s ruffled a few feathers.

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‘Train mystery is a nail-biting thriller’

‘Train mystery is a nail-biting thriller’

19 March 2025

We review the touring production of mystery thriller the Girl on the Train, starring actor, novelist, and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher.

Dressed to impress: West End musical the Devil Wears Prada

Dressed to impress: West End musical the Devil Wears Prada

13 March 2025

We review London’s trendiest new musical with Emmy-nominated actress Vanessa Williams.

‘Three men trapped on a boat – what could possibly go wrong?’

‘Three men trapped on a boat – what could possibly go wrong?’

12 March 2025

We review The Shark is Broken, a comedy all about what happened when the cameras stopped rolling on the set of Steven Spielberg’s Jaws.

‘18-year-old me would have loved this place, but now it just makes me feel old’

‘18-year-old me would have loved this place, but now it just makes me feel old’

08 March 2025

Our reviewer took a nostalgic trip back in time to the noughties at a bar serving up retro cocktails twinned with garage beats.

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‘It’s a play about Tudor history — and it’s funnier than you think’

‘It’s a play about Tudor history — and it’s funnier than you think’

05 March 2025

Our reporter got a history lesson with a trip to see A Man for All Seasons, which is currently touring theatres across the country.

‘Faultless cocktails - but what happened to the Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster?’

‘Faultless cocktails - but what happened to the Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster?’

22 February 2025

Our reviewer needed Google to understand the menu at an innovative steampunk-themed bar in a town in the midst of it own reinvention.

‘Brilliant physical comedy with a punchy script to match’

‘Brilliant physical comedy with a punchy script to match’

20 February 2025

Our reporter waited 10 years to see the award-winning Play That Goes Wrong — but was this slapstick whodunit worth the wait?

‘It’s like Wonka’s for cocktail lovers, but I blew my budget on Donald Trump’

‘It’s like Wonka’s for cocktail lovers, but I blew my budget on Donald Trump’

08 February 2025

Theatrical drinks lure our reviewer to a medieval village this week, where cocktails are served in treasure chests, bird cages and telephone boxes.

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‘We woke up with lions at the luxury lodge loved by celebrities’

‘We woke up with lions at the luxury lodge loved by celebrities’

08 February 2025

There can’t be many animal parks where you can fall asleep to the roar of lions. We stayed at the lodgings frequented by the rich and famous...

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A feast of bread and cheese at the bistro with 'No Name'

A feast of bread and cheese at the bistro with 'No Name'

06 February 2025

Nestled among the historic winding streets of one of Kent's oldest market towns, our review destination this week brings us a taste of France.

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‘It’s so much more than a teen angst musical’

‘It’s so much more than a teen angst musical’

05 February 2025

Our reporter went to find out what all the buzz is about as Dear Evan Hansen comes to Kent on its first UK tour.

‘I found hidden gem in shadow of what was Kent’s best bar’

‘I found hidden gem in shadow of what was Kent’s best bar’

25 January 2025

Our undercover reviewer embarks on her search for a new favourite cocktail bar, but doesn’t have to go far for inspiration.

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New columnist takes aim at county’s wine bars, cocktail lounges and other venues

New columnist takes aim at county’s wine bars, cocktail lounges and other venues

24 January 2025

A brand-new column is being launched this weekend which reviews the best and worst wine bars, cocktail lounges, and upmarket venues in Kent.

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Ghost the Musical: ‘It’s just as heartbreaking as the film’

Ghost the Musical: ‘It’s just as heartbreaking as the film’

23 January 2025

If you loved the original blockbuster film, the stage adaptation breathes new life into a timeless love story.

‘It’s time this restaurant was remembered for its food, not the sinkhole nearby’

‘It’s time this restaurant was remembered for its food, not the sinkhole nearby’

23 January 2025

It’s a restaurant known for its unfortunate position more than anything, but our reviewer was there for one reason only - the curry.

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Tina: The Musical - A high-voltage celebration of rock’n’roll

Tina: The Musical - A high-voltage celebration of rock’n’roll

22 January 2025

Discover the magic of the West End in this euphoric tribute to Tina Turner’s legacy and music.

‘It’s a hidden gem with great value for money - just remember to bring your own booze!’

‘It’s a hidden gem with great value for money - just remember to bring your own booze!’

16 January 2025

With three people fed for about £50, this family-run Polish restaurant offers amazing value - and delicious food.

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We tried Kent’s viral Sunday sharing roast with ‘months-long waiting list’

We tried Kent’s viral Sunday sharing roast with ‘months-long waiting list’

09 January 2025

Its gigantic helpings of meat, veg and yorkies in a tray sent social media into a frenzy - but did our food reviewer think the wait was worth it?

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‘Want an intimate panto without crowd chaos? Then this is your festive fix…’

‘Want an intimate panto without crowd chaos? Then this is your festive fix…’

23 December 2024

With Christmas looming, pantomime season is in full swing and you don’t always need to travel far to get your festive fix…

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