Discover Brighton Issue 11 January 2023

EDUCATING MINDS, EMPOWERING BODIES, ENERGISING SOULS.

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ISSUE 11 JAN 2023

Welcome to the January issue of your guide to what’s on and what’s good in Brighton and Hove! Happy New Year from the team at Discover Brighton. We are really excited for the year ahead and to keep bringing you the best of Brighton and Hove over 2023. We are starting with a bang this month with a plan to beat any January blues that you may be feeling, with our food issue. This issue is packed full of restaurant deals and exclusives - see pages 11 and 13 for the best places to grab the best bites this month. And if it’s a special sweet treat that you’re after, we also have a special feature review of new and award-winning donut shop Crosstown on page 10. If you’re looking to cut back on the booze after a heavy festive season, then you’ve got to check out our review of new low-alcohol bar Torstigbar on page 15. Or if you need a reminder that it’s okay not to be perfect going into 2023, see the lovely column by Emma Williams on page 21 that’s all about embracing making mistakes. Of course, we have a selection of the best events going on in the city this month on page 9 as well as our Discover friends Tim and Calandra with their intimacy advice column on page 19.

Nancy Duckels - Editor.

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CabaRave

Here at Discover Brighton, we are always on the look-out for the latest local gem to tell readers about. So we were delighted to get an opportunity to find out more about local events company CabaRave and attend their amazing NYE event. CabaRave events offer multi genre music and performance club nights which offer revellers something a bit different. This is immersion into another world for a few hours of well needed escapism. Having taken over iconic local locations like the Hilton Metropole and Stanmer House, CabaRave is growing a great reputation for putting on a fantastic night. CabaRave is run by twin sisters Esme and Nina Sarfas, who you may also know as DJ Can’t Say No. Jerome Prud’homme the Events Manager at dance favourite The Volks Nightclub is also in the mix. This is a team who knows how to put on a party. CabaRave events are inclusive, feel good spaces for all. Most recently, CabaRaves saw in the New Year at the Old Market. The theme of the night was A Midwinter Night’s Dream: think lots of otherworldly costumes, beautiful décor as well as great music and cabaret performance, of course. Keep your eyes open for these truly special events. Their 6th birthday party at Volks Nightclub on April 7th is sure to be an absolute blinder. Long live CabaRave!

IG: @CabaRave | FB: @cabaravebrighton

The 1975

08/01 Hot off the release of their new album Being Funny In A Foreign Language, The 1975 are on the Brighton stop of their brand new 2023 tour At Their Very Best. The band are on fine form following triumphant homecoming headline slots at Reading & Leeds Festival last year. With their indie-rock and electropop sound, sonic stylings and slick aesthetic, The 1975 are a class act. See them at the Brighton Centre on 8th January, tickets from £55.95. Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR, 01273 292685 / brightoncentre.co.uk

Harry Baker: Unashamed

19/01 World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker brings his new show Unashamed to Komedia Brighton. Poet, spoken-word artist and author Harry’s heart and humour has been enjoyed by millions online and now it’s your chance to see it in person. His work has been translated into 21 languages and shared on the famous TED platform. This is a special one - see it on 19th January. Tickets from £12.00. Komedia Brighton, 44-47 Gardner Street, Brighton, BN1 1UN, 01273 647100 / komedia.co.uk/brighton

Harry Hill: Pedigree Fun!

21/01 Harry Hill is back on the stage with his first show since 2013, Pedigree Fun! This is an allsinging, all-dancing one-man spectacular with brand new jokes: the perfect antidote to the January blues. Fans will be pleased to know that Harry will be joined by his beloved sidekick Stouffer, as well as Ian The Information Worm and his new baby elephant Sarah. See them at the Theatre Royal on 21st January. Tickets from £35.18. Theatre Royal, New Road, Brighton, BN1 1SD, 0333 009 6690 / atgtickets.com/venues/theatre-royal-brighton

Cooking The Books Supper Club

27/01 Food supremo Felicity Cloake is at the Community Kitchen to talk about her new book, Red Sauce Brown Sauce: A British Breakfast Odyssey, as well as serving up a celebration of some of the nation’s best breakfasts. Think kippers, Welsh seaweed, hog’s pudding and Glamorgan sausages. Felicity Cloake is an award-winning food writer and author of the Guardian’s esteemed How To Make The Perfect column. See her in action on 27th January, tickets are £75.00. Community Kitchen, 113 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3XG, 01273 234810 / bhfood.org.uk

Crosstown Award-winning Doughnuts

The humble doughnut has come a long way since I was a kid with sugary lips enjoying the oozy jam or custard filling while being told not to wipe my hands on the sofa. Simpsons’ fame ensured the sweet treat was on everyone’s lips and not just mine when main character Homer’s insatiable cravings were mentioned in every episode. This huge endorsement paved the way for corporate giants Krispy Kreme and Dunkin’ Doughnut from across the pond to firmly cement themselves onto our high streets and in my opinion the birth of the doughnut revolution truly began. To quote Homer, ‘Woo Hoo”. Needless to say, I have always enjoyed an occasional doughnut ever since childhood, so I was absolutely delighted to receive a box of six (!) from Crosstown who have recently opened a shop also serving coffee, ice cream and cookies in Brighton on Sydney Street. Handcrafted in London and delivered nationwide, the award-winning

creations have been endorsed by the likes of Nigella Lawson, and Vegans of London - so I knew I was in for a treat. The box contained, Vegan Peanut Butter, Vanilla Bean Glaze, Chocolate Truffle, Pumpkin Cake, Vegan Ginger and Pear and Black Forest Cake. The only way to truly test was to take a small bite out of each one in between slurps of tea to cleanse the palette (always classy). I am not vegan, but I enjoyed the vegan offerings equally as much, if not more in the case of the peanut butter and blackcurrant compote. Presentation was spot on, and the doughnuts were light and fluffy and scarily easy to eat and before I knew it my small bites had turned into much bigger ones. Speaking of vegan, this month four new flavours have been launched for Veganuary: Pistachio and Raspberry, Rhubarb and Jasmine, Blood Orange and Strawberry Cheesecake. What better way to enjoy a cruelty free treat with all the taste and texture of a non-vegan doughnut? I haven’t visited the shop yet but will definitely be down to try the new additions on my next day off.

By Samantha Harman

Our Features Editor, Samantha Harman reviews brand new doughnut shop Crosstown situated on Sydney Street in Brighton’s iconic North Laine.

The Ancient Mariner

The Ancient Mariner is already a Discover firm favourite and now they are offering a fantastic January winter warmer menu from their Thai kitchen. From Monday – Thursday between 5pm and 9pm, you can enjoy Curry of the Day: a hearty portion of warming curry with a choice of tofu, chicken or fresh vegetables, served with steamed jasmine rice and prawn crackers – all for just £8! The Lime Street Specials Board offers more special winter dishes and of course you can also order from the delicious regular menu. Enjoy and be sure to mention Discover. 59 Rutland Road, BN3 5FE, 01273 748595 ancientmariner.pub

The George Street Tap

The George Street Tap is offering readers great dining offers this January. You can choose a pizza and a drink for just £12, or enjoy a lunch and a drink deal Monday to Friday, noon until 4pm! Is a big ol’ burger the way to your heart? Well, if so they have the deal for you. Choose your favourite burger and bun, fries and a delicious drink and you’ve got yourself an excellent deal: all for just £11.50!

4-5 George Street, BN3 3YA, 01273 733359 crafted-social.co.uk

T @ Coffee Shops

For those of you looking for great vegan dining this January, T @ Coffee Shops in both Hove and Seven Dials are offering a Discover-exclusive Veganuary Offer. Why not try their Veganuary special of a soup and a Veganuary sandwich for just £8? Or their scrumptious truffled mushrooms on toast, vegan lamb stew or perhaps their renowned Not Dogs along with a cocktail or mocktail! You can dine in at either of their locations throughout January 2023 and get 15% off your food and drink bill by showing or mentioning this advert. 109C Dyke Road, BN1 3JE, 01273 749848 52 Lansdowne Place, BN3 1FG, 01273 326729 facebook.com/tatthedials

MAIN DISHES a wide range of curries and traditional dishes from across the region

SAVOURY SNACKS from spring rolls and chicken wings to  samosas and sushi

WEEKEND SPECIALS singapore laksa and papaya salad

ASIAN DRINKS speciality teas and coffees, bubble tea

FRESH SANDWICHES vietnamese banh-mi, paratha wraps, filled brioche rolls

SWEET SNACKS asian cakes, fresh pastries, ice creams and sorbets

HOMEMADE DESSERTS kheer, yoghurts, milkshakes and lassi

ASIAN BEERS range of bottled beer, Cobra on tap

Donatellos

Donatellos is something of an institution in the city, opening its doors in the mid 90s and still going strong today. Brighton and Hove Albion footballers are regular clientele to the multi story eaterie which boasts their famous fixed priced menu from only £12.50 for two courses, or three courses for £15.00. If it’s pizza or pasta you’re craving for great value with friendly service then you definitely need to pay them a visit this month.

1-3 Brighton Place BN1 1HJ 01273 77547 donatello.co.uk

The Dorset Bar and Kitchen

This delightful pub situated in the North Laine is offering a whopping 50% off all food this month to customers who visit and receive a special card which can then be used as many times as you wish during January. The first visit you must pay full price, but after paying and receiving the card you will then receive 50% off the next time you visit. What’s not to like? The Dorset offers an extensive traditional pub grub menu interspersed with light bites, so there’s something for everyone and you are guaranteed to receive a warm welcome.

28 North Road Brighton BN1 1YB 01273 605423 thedorset.co.uk

Miller and Carter

Miller and Carter are synonymous with great steak served in a romantic setting and in January 2023 they are offering a special menu at a reduced price so you can still enjoy the finer things with your partner this month. Receive two courses from £19.95 or three from £22.95, available until the end of January. Enjoy a steak cooked your way complemented with the perfect side dish or/and dessert. We will definitely be high tailing down there to get stuck in.

London Road Patcham BN1 8YQ millerandcarter.co.uk

Burnt Orange

20% off For All Hospitality Staff in January Following an exhausting festive season all hospitality workers can come and visit Burnt Orange and receive an amazing 20% discount off food and drinks by quoting ‘INDUSTRY20’ when making a booking. Valid from Sunday 4pm - Thursday at 4pm, this gorgeous restaurant offers bespoke cocktails and fabulous food and is a must-visit in the city with a lively atmosphere. Tried and tested by Discover Magazine and in our recommended list.

59 Middle Street BN1 1AL 01273 929923 burnt-orange.co.uk

Tørstigbar

Thirsty? If you’re embracing Dry January, then we have the perfect new hotspot for you to try: Torstigbar, a new low-alcohol (or zero alcohol!) bar that’s creating a bit of a buzz. ‘Torstig’ is the Danish word for thirsty, and Torstigbar is here to quench your low-alcoholic thirst. They offer a huge array of low-alcohol and zero alcohol drinks including spirits, cocktails, wines and beers on tap - including the only Guinness 0 draft machine in England! Run by husband and wife Luke and Emmi, Torstigbar is the result of years of research and design. The aim is to make low-alcohol drinks an exciting and valid alternative, not an afterthought. The team are committed to bringing the very best of low alcohol drinks from all over the world to our doorstep in Brighton. Discover happily went along to try just a few. Situated on George Street in Kemptown, Torstigbar is a sleek space with only the best bits of a bar atmosphere. We find Luke, happily tired after another busy day serving customers. He tells us: “We are utterly astounded by how fantastic the reception has been. We are so grateful to the warm welcome Brighton has given us and to our customers, who are incredibly supportive and have shown us the meaning of community.” We decided to start with a safe pair of hands: a pint of Only With Love Juicy AF, a 0.5% pale ale. We hadn’t seen this on tap before and it was great to have a pint of this served up in that satisfying pub style. The ale was slightly fruity, with that satisfying full-bodied character you want from a great ale. Next up, a cocktail please - the Lonstrup, a non-alcoholic take on a gin cocktail made possible by Ginish and other alcohol-free gin Pentire Seaward combined with tonic water, fresh raspberry and rosemary. This

was that deliciously bitter G&T taste, just as good as the the alcoholic version. The fresh rosemary was a beautiful touch. We decided to continue on the cocktail train and next try a Rom By, the Torstig take on a Mojito. This was a stunner of a drink: alcohol-free rum Marie Laveau, Agave Syrup, alcohol free ginger spirit Gimber (nice touch) plus soda, fresh lime and mint. The Rom By was that sunny Mojito taste sans the potential regret and headache. An absolute delight. Finally, a traditional(ish) nightcap was called for. We were lucky enough to sample some of the whiskey alternatives stocked by Torstigbar. Two by Dochus, Smokey Isle and Highland Bothy. These were better than the real thing - that definite whiskey flavour but without the alcoholic burn. Rich, deep but not harsh. We also tried Crossip’s Dandy Smoke alcohol free whiskey, which was warm, full and almost fruity. The perfect ending to our low alcohol odyssey. We say our goodbyes to Torstig and prepare to head back out into the city. Luke says that Brighton has given them a warm welcome: “I can’t imagine a better place in the world to start a business. I have received so much help, support and advice from the local community and it has been invaluable. The interconnectivity of the city is really incredible! It genuinely feels like people are rooting for you. Kemptown has been the most welcoming neighbourhood, we couldn’t have picked a better place to have opened. To everyone that has helped so far, thank you!” Torstigbar are open 5pm to 11pm from Wednesday to Friday, 12pm until 11pm on Saturdays and 12pm to 6pm on Sundays. They are offering a variety of masterclasses - check the website for details.

By Nancy Duckels

Reiki Sessions

Reiki is a Japanese technique that helps release tension, stress and promotes healing. It is a type of energy healing which targets the energy fields around the body. Reiki however, is more than this: it is a spiritual practice that helps towards personal fulfilment, whose principles and philosophy can explain and achieve better life-balance, self-development and transformation as well as being a beautiful healing and recovery treatment. Energy can stagnate in the body where there has been physical injury or possibly emotional pain or trauma. In time, these energy blocks can cause illness.

Reiki can be given as a ‘hands on’ treatment or at distance. Reiki treatment raises the vibrational frequency of the recipient and clears blockages that disrupt the energy flow, allowing healing to begin at a cellular level. When reiki is performed at the root chakra, it can help give the sense that we are grounded and supported. When reiki is performed and these blockages are lifted, it clears the way for us to take more targeted action in our lives. It helps us be more compassionate and open to accepting love from others. We become better able to express ourselves and give word to our dreams. Reiki is a beautiful way to remove stagnant and unhelpful energy blockages in our body so that we can reconnect with the source.

This new year I want to share more of the gift of reiki with the world, and so to honour this I’m offering 30% OFF DISCOUNT to kick off 2023. This offer is valid until the end of February so take advantage. If you’d like to know more or have any questions please feel free to get in touch. Excited to meet you all.

The Brighton Raw Juice Co

Juicing, I’m sure you’ve either juiced before, even brought a juicer and vowed to juice more often, or know someone who is into juicing. In the last decade, juicing has blown up, it’s a great way of getting vital nutrients without eating plates and plates of veg plus it gives your digestive system a well earned rest and floods your body with hydrating liquids and not dehydrating.

Juicing works best when we use exercise along side it, to help move the toxins through the route of elimination, especially the lymph and intestines. Because of the rest the digestive system and liver is getting, our energy levels rise, our metabolism starts to work at its optimum and therefore our weight shifts to where it needs to be.

At The Brighton Raw Juice Co, I offer 3,5 and 7 day juice cleanses. Through the winter months, I offer a warm soup in replace of the last juice of the day. The juice cleanses come with 5, 500ml juices a day. Thought the day, at set periods, 3 hours in-between to not overload the body.

Throughout January I’m offering 2 juices cleanses and get the third half price, Or, 15 winter warmer shots and get 5 free.

The winter warmers are shots of ginger, turmeric, orange juice and black pepper, you pop them in ice cube trays and get one out of the freezer every morning and add hot water to make it a long warming detoxifying and anti-inflammatory drink.

www .thebrightonrawjuice .co amanda @thebrightonrawjuice .co 07926 886625

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I’m under so much financial pressure that I don’t feel like being intimate with my partner. The stress is killing my sexual appetite. They are getting frustrated by this, what can I do to make things better between us?

If you believe that the financial stress you have found yourself in is having a negative impact on your sex life, the first thing we would advise here is that you talk to your partner about how this situation is impacting both of you. We always say regularly in our column that communication is key to a happy and successful relationship. It is also important to remember that fluctuations in the desire for sex are also natural, everyone loses their MOJO at some point, even when not stressed, but please talk to your partner as this could even end up strengthening your relationship and improving your overall health. Studies have shown that being stressed constantly produces cortisol, and the body consumes the body’s sex hormone reserves, effectively curbing the desire for sexual activity and having a direct impact on sex drive, so you are not alone in this situation. From worrying about money to

issues with your work, everyday stress can affect your sex drive. Low libido can even exacerbate stress by causing relationship issues or lowered self-confidence. Improving how you manage pressure is important, because it may improve your sex life as well. We could go into ways of managing stress, reducing the influence of stress on the body, but we’re going to focus on the relationship aspect here. Firstly pressure is never going to feel sexy, so it might help to remove sex from the table entirely and to concentrate on intimacy. Removing the pressure of sex often means that affection and intimacy increases, because there is no worry that affection will be misconstrued as desiring sex. Talk to your partner and together establish ways that you can be intimate which do not involve sex. It might be cuddling more, cuddling naked, it might be kissing or a good old fashion snog. Next is to explore with your partner what their needs are? They might be ok with a period of no sex if they are getting plenty of affection. Or you might be ok with participating in their masturbation, if not actually giving them a helping hand, by watching (IRL or via facetime) or kissing as they masturbate? Get creative together and you could turn a period of abstinence into a deepening experience for your relationship. Tim Richardson and Calandra Balfour own the adult shops Taboo and Lust! They are sex educators and emotional wellbeing therapists.

Make Mistakes This Year

I was ill over the New Year: some kind of stomach bug that before the Covids, no one would have thought anything about. Lots of liquids, lots of sleep and lots of lovely friends asking if they could get me anything. The thing about being ill is you have to stop. And then the thinking and the feeling starts. And frankly who needs all that administration? So there I was in enforced stillness and silence as the rest of the world prepared to usher in and celebrate a brand new year and a brand new start. Loudly and rushingly. The noise of Resolutions. Manifestations. Intentions. Givings up. Vegananurys. Dry January. Gentle jogs. Going to the gym. Gratitude lists. Promises. And the push to be better, to do better, to be perfect - it was a lot. Was I ready to smash 2023? I spent a long time in my enforced stillness and silence trying to work out what my resolutions should be this year. I didn’t have fomo about not going out, I had fomo about missing out on a chance to change everything about my life that I was dissatisfied with. I had fomo about missing out on a chance to manifest the perfect life. Then I started to think about the things people were making resolutions about: weight, appearance, homes, money, diet, relationships, jobs. Did I want to change those things? Sure, they could do with some tweaking. But would changing those outside things help? And that’s when it came to me. I was seeking change based on what I felt I should do to be

like others. In comparing myself to others I’d fallen short and now I should change. I was looking outside myself and looking at all the ways I didn’t measure up and thinking a gentle jog everyday for January might cure a deep down feeling in me that I wasn’t enough as I was. I wanted to be seen to be perfect, to have the perfect stuff, perfect body, perfect relationship, perfect life, be the perfect brand so that I fitted in. So in the enforced silence and stillness of being ill, I realised that the only New Years resolution I needed for 2023 was that it’s ok to make mistakes. That giving myself permission to make mistakes, to not have to have the perfect anything, might actually lead to me accepting myself as I am. Loving myself as I am and then changing bad habits wouldn’t have to be a punishment but a pleasure. So 2023 for me is the year of allowing myself to make mistakes, to remember that all mistakes teach me where to love myself in places I’ve never been loved before. I think there’s more warmth in that than telling myself I have to get up at 5am every morning and smash the granny out of my life to be successful. And I’m hoping it will help me to gently give myself a break if I need help with something I really can’t do or change. I have concluded that being ill isn’t so bad. Change takes time, love, warmth, gentleness and making lots of mistakes. Lots of liquids, a big nap and lovely friends also help.

By Emma

At Khalil Properties, we have the experience and the expertise to help you get the most out of your property. One way that we can do this is by working with you on short-term lettings: renting out your property on a shortterm basis. Demands for hotel alternatives have increased in recent years and this is a prime market that we can help you explore. The benefits of short-term letting include: Flexible pricing: As the lets are agreed for a shorter period, you can adjust your prices more regularly to keep up with changing demand and competition. You’re not tied into a fixed price over a long period, as with a long-term let.

Higher income generation: As prices can be raised during peak times and adjusted to keep bookings flowing throughout the year, you’ll be able to maximise your potential income. You can strategize your bookings to get the maximum return on your investment. Flexibility with tenants: Obviously, hopefully all tenants are wonderful. But just in case they’re not, you’re not tied into a long-term contract. You can find better tenants quickly. Regular involvement with your property - The faster turnover of tenants means that you can access your property more regularly if you want to. It’s easy to have access for maintenance or to check the property.

If you’re interested in working with us to take advantage of the short-term lettings market, call Ahmed at Khalil Properties on 01273 573960 or visit khalilproperties.co.uk.

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