Guildford Living Feb - Mar 2020

Contents
A Note
from the editor
The bleak midwinter. I often bemoan the loss
of the twinkle of festive lights and Christmas
wreaths - it seems a cruel, long stretch from
early January into spring without something
nice to look at - we can all fall victim to this
pessimism, generally because after the chaos
of the festive season, our diaries are looking a
little empty and our doors a little sad…
A Culinary recipes Journey to celebrate
through
17Three Fairtrade Northern Ireland Fortnight
How about instead of succumbing to the
midwinter gloom, we instead rejoice in
something altogether more special than strings
of lights or wrapped up presents - the gentle
awakening of spring, the shift in the seasons.
I won’t look for glitter, but instead for the
solemn little heads of the snowdrops in shady
patches or the gentle bob of yellow swathes of
daffodils lining the roads on my drive to work.
I’ll view my lack of social engagements not as
a problem, but as a chance to take a breath
- and maybe treat myself to a dinner without
having to worry about anyone else. Finally,
instead of filling my body with festive treats (I
assure you, there were plenty), I’ll fill my lungs
with fresh air during the little 20 minutes I’ve
carved out of my day for a lunchtime walk.
Foodie Santa
Barbara
IN THIS ISSUE...
04 What’s On
Spring is awakening! And we share
with you the pick of the best local
events
14 Perfect Pancakes
Three incredible pancake recipes
to celebrate Shrove Tuesday with -
including a curry version!
15 Mitch Tonks
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We catch up with the West Country
chef on big business decisions and
creating a community
17 Fairtrade Fortnight
Three delicious recipes celebrating the
best Fairtrade ingredients - promising
a fair price to farmers
20 Santa Barbara
We serve up a slice of the amazing
foodie scene in Santa Barbara -
including local delicacies
28 Bathroom Guide
A guide to creating your own
bathroom sanctuary and top tips for
choosing tiles
Wedding
Guide
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Amazing
Glazing
Editor Katie Thomson
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Publisher Sally Thomson
Contributors Rebecca Williams, Peter Thomson, Dan Weston, Kate O’Connell,
Lucy Saunders, Angela Cave, Pete Lawrence.
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All things considered, then, February doesn’t
feel too bad. It’s famously the month of love
with Saint Valentine’s day in the middle - that
love can manifest itself with showings of
gratitude of kindness to your partner or pet,
your best friend or brother - a little bit of love
can lift even the gloomiest of spirits.
This issue we have a bumper selection of
goodies to keep you occupied too - with
a fabulous bathroom and tile guide, some
enviable inspiration on architectural glazing
and some tips on modern Victorian styling.
Add into that a catch up with the charming
chef Mitch Tonks, some tasty recipes and a
interview with the fascinating TV presenter
and a bumper wedding guide - well, we are
confident there is something for everyone.
We will see you again in April - when we will be
in full Easter mode!
Katie
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