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Wales Online
6 days ago
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- Wales Online
I went to Wales' biggest free Welsh-language festival and one thing really stood out
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info I moved to Wales four years ago, not knowing a word of Welsh. Now my Welsh is still very limited but when I first moved here, never did I imagine I would be attending Welsh language festivals. Welsh seemed a language I would never wrap my head around and certainly one I never thought I'd immerse myself in. I was also worried I wouldn't even be welcome at the festivals, being English and that being immediately identifiable as soon as I opened my mouth. How wrong I was. It turns out Welsh festivals are a bucket load of fun, get it, a reference to the famous Welsh bucket hats? And not something to be missed. Last year I attended three Welsh festivals, you can read about my first Eisteddfod here, and this year I returned to Tafwyl, ready to experience more. It is running in Cardiff's gorgeous Bute Park, the perfect setting for it, this weekend on Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15. There is so much to enjoy at Tawfyl, from the two music stages, endless food options, children's area, and more. As soon as you enter you are hit by the delicious smell of a range of street food and nearly overwhelmed with the Instagram opportunities, as two lovely signs declaring Tafwyl welcome you in. After that, you can mingle and mooch around the trade stalls which are all Welsh artists, designers, and makers, selling everything from prints to jewellery and more. (Image: Steph Colderick) From there the festival opens up wider with the Tafiliwn stage to the left and the main stage, Prif Lwyfan, bang in front of you. Here Welsh artists from across Wales take to the stage bringing everything from rap to even renditions of Dolly Parton and Abba in Welsh. Lining the sides of this are the amazing food traders including Hoggi Hoggi Hoggi, Greek options, vegan and vegetarian options, paella, and more. Walk on past the main stage and past more incredible food vendors and you come into the children's section which has its own smaller stage and plenty of activities to keep the little ones occupied, such as the sports area and sensory tent. This is where Tafwyl really comes into its own, as it really is for everyone. (Image: Steph Colderick) Welsh speakers, non-Welsh speakers. Old, young, and everyone in between. Families, couples, friends, and every combination possible. It is truly joyous to walk past families spread out on picnics with little ones running around, young people grabbing drinks at the bar, elderly couples, and every walk of life in Wales, in one place, celebrating Welsh culture. You don't need to be fluent in Welsh to bob along to the music and it's impossible not to see how much joy it brings and how it brings people together. And it is totally free. It really is accessible for everyone and you can bring your own food, unopened soft drinks and reusable water bottles, so you literally don't have to spend a penny. Welsh culture should never be hidden away and really is there for everyone to enjoy and Tafwyl I feel is the perfect example of this. Free, accessible, welcoming, and incredibly good vibes - I couldn't ask for more from any festival. Diolch Tafwyl.
Wales Online
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
If you care about Cardiff, you will want to know about this
If you care about Cardiff, you will want to know about this If you are looking for all your Cardiff news in one place, this is for you All the Cardiff news in one place, in one newsletter Do you want everything you need to know about Cardiff, from multiple sources across the city, in one place? Fed up with flitting between news sites and popular social media accounts to get all your news? The Cardiff Drop is just what you need. It's an easy way to stay on top of what's happening across the city, all in one spot. From hard-hitting news, like crime and court reports, to updates on new openings, concerts, and sport, The Cardiff Drop keeps you in the loop with everything happening in the city. It is written by me, Steph Colderick, and I moved to Cardiff four years ago and have never left, having fallen in love with the Welsh capital. Cardiff is now where I call home and I think there is so much going on in this fab city, it is nearly impossible to keep on top of and you might feel the same. This is where The Cardiff Drop comes in. All of my friends and family often say to me "where haven't you been in Cardiff" as when walking through town I go "there does the best brunch", "I love the roast there" and "I love it there" but trust me, my to-visit list (yes, I have an actual list) is still longer than my arm. This newsletter gives me the perfect excuse to keep eating, drinking, and dancing my way around this wonderful city and I can take you all with me. While my passion is for what's on, don't worry, there will be plenty of news and sports in the newsletter too. The Cardiff Drop will be your one-stop shop for everything Cardiff and that is one the best thing's about it, I'll be using multiple sources. Me on the zip wire over the Principality Stadium, dropping into your email inbox with all the Cardiff news (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne ) It won't just be WalesOnline articles, I'll be linking to any trusted and verified source from places such as the BBC and ITV and Instagram and social media accounts. The Cardiff Drop means you get everything Cardiff, straight to your inbox. There will be the latest what's on, news, and sport so you don't miss a single thing and keep up with the beating pulse of this city. You will always know what is going on in Cardiff and instantly get the news that is important to you. Think of us as your Cardiff social calendar and easy conversation starters, all in one place. The newsletter is sent three times a week, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and best of all? It's totally free. The Cardiff Drop will be published on Substack , an independent platform with no ads, making for a clean reading experience. You can read the newsletter there on your desktop or the app, or simply from your email inbox. So not only do you not have to go searching for the news itself, or wait for the algorithm to decide what you might like to see, you don't even have to search for the newsletter. Once it's live it's sent directly to you, to read at your leisure. Sent at 7am each day, let The Cardiff Drop be the way you kick start your morning and let me tell you everything you need to know. Article continues below Grab yourself a cup of tea, coffee, or ambition, join me, and instantly be up to date with everything you need to know in this city. If you do fancy receiving The Cardiff Drop, please sign up below.
Wales Online
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Sign up to our newsletter The Cardiff Drop
Sign up to our newsletter The Cardiff Drop Introducing our free Cardiff Drop newsletter, and why, if you love the Welsh capital, you need to subscribe Here is Cardiff's latest newsletter (Image: Matthew Horwood ) Do you want everything you need to know about Cardiff, from multiple sources across the city, in one place? Fed up with flitting between news sites and popular social media accounts to get all your news? Then the Cardiff Drop is just what you need. It's an easy way to stay on top of what's happening across the city, all in one spot. From hard-hitting news, like crime and court reports, to updates on new openings, concerts and sport, The Cardiff Drop keeps you in the loop with everything happening in the city. Steph Colderick, who has called Cardiff home for four years and fallen in love with the city, will be writing and gathering all the biggest news and events the city has to offer. With a passion for Cardiff, a love of exploring every nook and cranny, and a desire to stay on top of all things local, why not join Steph and rediscover the city? The newsletter will cover everything Cardiff (Image: South Wales Echo ) What will be in The Cardiff Drop? Sent three times a week, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday the newsletter covers news, what's on, sport and community events. Article continues below The community noticeboard section allows you to send in any news or events you want featured. No more scrolling through never-ending feeds. Best of all? It's totally free. How do I sign up to The Cardiff Drop? The Cardiff Drop will be published on Substack , an independent platform with no ads, making for a cleaner reading experience. You can read the newsletter there on your desktop or the app, or simply from your email inbox. So not only do you not have to go searching for the news itself, or wait for the algorithm to decide what you might like to see, you don't even have to search for the newsletter. Article continues below Once it's live it's sent directly to you, to read at your leisure. Sign up below for the free The Cardiff Drop newsletter.
Wales Online
26-05-2025
- Wales Online
This food truck behind Cardiff Central station is smashing out game-changing lunches
This food truck behind Cardiff Central station is smashing out game-changing lunches If you are looking for a new lunch time spot in Cardiff, this Sri Lankan food stall is just the place It was a stunning feast for lunch (Image: Steph Colderick ) We are spoilt for choice for lunch options in Cardiff, from all the fantastic independents in Cardiff Market, to award-winning sandwich shops such as Fresh and cosy cafes like Coffee Barker. You can read our full list of brilliant Cardiff lunch spots here. Now there is a new street food option available, and it is not one you should miss. Located on Penarth Road - so perfect for those who work near Central Square - is a food stall selling stunning Sri Lankan food. Ceylon M8 has popped up on Penarth Road in the past couple of weeks and definitely needs to be your next lunchtime treat, or for dinner, as they are open until 9pm. Selling traditional Sri Lankan food, such as koththu and fried rice, these dishes are a taste of South Asia right in the Welsh capital. The food stall is on Penarth Road (Image: Steph Colderick ) We went along to try some of the food and opted for chicken fried rice for £8.49, egg fried rice for £7.49, and chicken koththu for £8.49. Article continues below Koththu is a stir fried dish cooked on a hot griddle using thin strips of roti bread instead of noodles, mixed veggies, egg and a choice of meat, or you can opt for a veggie dish. The mixture is given a chop on the griddle, then doused in a chicken or beef curried gravy, depending on your choice of meat filling. The fresh meat is doused in a light flour, then fried to give it a crisp, without having a southern fried coating. I opted for the chicken one and it was one of the best street food dishes I have ever had. First off the portions from Ceylon M8 are massive: you are easily getting your money's worth as there was more than enough food to provide me for two lunches. Almost pancake-like in texture and taste the koththu was so moreish and even though I had enough for leftovers the next day, I could have easily polished off the whole portion. It had a good spicy kick that wasn't so strong it was overpowering but definitely added an extra taste to the dish. The chicken was fresh, easily tore apart and incredibly well- coated, and you could tell it had been given plenty of time to marinate. The portion sizes are massive (Image: Steph Colderick ) The blend of Sri Lankan spices created a taste like nothing I've really had in Cardiff: it was like what a South Asian holiday would taste like and you felt like you were transported right to Ceylan in Sri Lanka after just one taste. Both the rice dishes were also huge portions and the rice was well cooked, light and incredibly well flavoured. The egg taste was strong and there was plenty of it while the chicken fried rice hit the spot. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here . While waiting for the food to be cooked you could smell the spices and flavour drifting from the kitchen and knew you were in for a treat. We were also very kindly given two free mango juices from the stall, run by Sanranga, who was very welcoming and attentive. If you are looking for your next lunch or dinner spot head to Ceylon M8 for a taste of South Asia right here in Cardiff. Article continues below
