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MARTIN STEPHENSON & THE DAINTEES

Ncf Comedy Presents Stephen Catling: Moving On...really Really Slowly

Behind Rotari Bakes: A family run Nottingham bakery creating bespoke cakes, bakes and memories

In the heart of Nottingham, where creativity meets comfort food, Rotari Bakes was born; not from a lifelong baking tradition, but from an unexpected journey of reinvention and family ambition

‘Flour everywhere’ and a ‘life-changing’ écliar? We spoke to the founders of Mapperley's Coosh Bakery, Rachel and Tom Egan.

Based in the heart of Mapperley, Coosh Bakery serves up freshly baked artisan delights to the carb loving masses. From perfectly flaky pastries to show-stopping sourdough loaves, each creation is crafted with love and the finest ingredients. We caught up with the co-founders, couple Rachel and Tom Egan, to find out how the project went from their kitchen to a thriving bricks-and-mortar bakery, now a neighbourhood favourite.

Jazz Steps Live at the Libraries: a Sketch Of Chet - a Tribute to Chet Baker

Jazz Steps Live at the Libraries: a Sketch Of Chet - a Tribute to Chet Baker

From Masterchef to Market Street: Vanilla Bean bakery and café opens in Bingham

Opened by former MasterChef contestant Amy Vyse, Vanilla Bean is an artisan bakery, café and patisserie in Bingham, which doubles as the new residence for popular Nottingham supper club Incognito Club. Lucy Campion, food co-editor, chatted to Amy about her culinary journey so far and tried a selection of the baked goods on offer.

Actor and Comedian Colin Hoult on ADHD, Mapperley Hospital and Being a Vampire

He's worked with vampires, ghosts and Ricky Gervais. Now Colin Hoult is bringing his new comedy show to Nottingham and reveals to us how it all began, as a child, in the shadows of Mapperley...

The DoughMother: Community Rallies Around Burgled Bakery

The DoughMother cafe and boulanger is one of Beeston's most treasured secrets - when thieves broke in this week, local supporters pooled together to show their support...

Poetry Masterclass With Harry Baker

An Evening With Sam Baker (Usa)

Stephen Catling: Beehavioural Problems: Something Something Autism

MARTIN STEPHENSON & THE DAINTEES

An Evening With Sam Baker (Usa)

Interview: Stephen Bailey

Pioneering director Stephen Bailey chats with Ian C Douglas about his new interpretation of the Elephant Man...

Meet Stephen L. Holland, Owner of Nottingham's Page 45 Comic Book Shop

Meet Stephen L. Holland, the owner of Page 45 who’s changing perceptions about what comics can be…

We Explore Little Brunette Bakery, the Best Spot in Southwell for Fresh Pastries

We take a trip north east to check out the Little Brunette Bakery, a family-run business who overcame the odds to deliver life’s greatest delights - freshly-made pastries…

Colin Baker Chats Doctor Who, Nadine Dorries and Bringing Sherlock Holmes to Mansfield

Ahead of the Palace Theatre's showing of The Hound of the Baskervilles, LeftLion sit down with Sherlock Holmes himself, actor Colin Baker. We discuss the iconic detective, Doctor Who, Nadine Dorries in the jungle, how Davros got him wearing Crocs, and the status of Colin’s lucky underpants...

The Bakehouse Owner Craig Poynter Lifts the Lid on Hockley’s New Artisan Bakery

After gaining a loyal following for its award-winning food in Sherwood, The Bakehouse has now opened a second cafe in the heart of Hockley. We chat to owner Craig Poynter about what people can expect from the city’s brand new artisan bakery…

AN EVENING WITH SAM BAKER (USA)

Bake Off and Pie's Baz the Baker Provides Flour for Lockdown Baking

Since lockdown, home baking has emerged as one of the nation’s favourite hobbies. But while demand for bread has gone up, flour has been tricky to get hold of...

Mapperley Bakery Betty Rose Bakes Has Been Thriving During Lockdown

A proper good slice of cake can always help put the world to rights, and Sam Rose of Betty Rose Bakes knows how to do just that, and more. Her sweet treats are made with beautiful local ingredients, as she has a keen focus on them being environmentally-friendly. We chat to her about the makings of her business and how she’s been keeping calm and baking on during lockdown…

Confetti Industry Week 2020: Stephen Graham, Jeanie Finlay and Julian Foddy

Confetti's Industry Week is now in its 14th year, giving students the chance to hear from experts in film and television. We checked out the highlights... 

Small Food Bakery Source All Their Ingredients From Local Suppliers

Based inside Primary Studios, Small Food Bakery sells artisan produce to the Hoodtown masses. All ingredients that go into their loaves, pastries and treats are bought directly from local farmers, ensuring both small food chains and good community vibes. Our Alex Kuster had a word with chief baker and maker, Kimberley Bell…