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WHATS INSIDE 2023 is going to be the

Welcome to a jam packed August edition.

Lots going on in the month of August so we have tried to bring you what we think are the best events in the region. Top of the list has to be the Mold Food Festival now starting on a Friday evening. Read all about this year’s event inside, plus be in with a chance of winning some free tickets only with inside magazines. Another amazing event not to be missed is the AX Fest Motocross festival at Bolesworth Castle. A full weekend of high oxtain adrenaline, with live music and food outlets. We have another fantastic competition for you to be in with a chance of winning, a full weekend pass for this event. Our restaurant reviews are back with our visit to the Dog and Pickle in Lavister. More competitions inside including tickets to see Queen will Rock you, tickets to see Easy Star all star - Ziggy Stardub and our monthly £25.00 cash prize. So much more going on so please have a look through If you’re a local business who would like to reach 42,000 homes every month across Flintshire, Chester, Wrexham & the North Wales Coast, then give us a call, we won’t be beaten on price or quality.

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16-17TH SEPTEMBER 2023

Celebrate Food, Drink and Live Music in Mold We’re super excited to say your favourite food festival is back again this year. On SEPTEMBER 16-17, we’ll be at Mold’s New Street Car Park with the very best in food and drink.

Last year, Mold Food and Drink Festival drew thousands of visitors from across North Wales last year and beyond to its New Street site to celebrate and enjoy the best in local cuisine and hospitality.

Mold Food & Drink Festival is organised by a dedicated group of volunteers from local businesses and councils and other willing individuals all with a passion for local food and a commitment to developing the Festival year on year.

The festival runs from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

The outdoor food court remains open until 7.30pm on Saturday, with live music on the stage. On Friday evening, the music event opens at 6pm and finishes at 10.15pm.

The Committee meets regularly and also calls upon the services and expertise of other supportive people and professionals in their field who attend meetings by invitation to assist with particular aspects of the Festival.

Admission at the gate is £7 for adults (16+), £1 for children (4-18, under 4s free). Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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This year for the first time we are adding an extra night on Friday 15th September – an ABBA tribute act ‘Mamma Mania’ and supporting bands.

Tickets can be bought online via Eventbrite – search ‘Mold Food and Drink’. Tickets bought in advance online are cheaper (£5) than on the gate (£7) and substantially reduce queuing time.

On Sunday we have a new Event in the morning – ‘The Big Sunday Breakfast’ starting in Mold town centre.

This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Culinary Association of Wales, led by Graham Tinsley MBA who alongside his team of chefs will be providing a series of cookery demonstrations.

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Britain’s Biggest Motocross Festival Live At Bolesworth The Arenacross Tour heads outdoors from 15 – 17 September for an amazing three-day festival of racing, live music, freestyle motocross, shops, bars, family fun and so much more!

Show Opening Times: Friday: Midday to Midnight Saturday: 9am – 1am Sunday: 9am – 7pm On-site camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights with pitches for tents, caravans, motorhomes and horseboxes.

The Arenacross Experience Savour three days and two nights of racing action and

entertainment! Using 5,000 tons of dirt we’re creating a huge, purpose-built racing track that’s perfect for all AX classes; everyone from top professionals to six-year-old racers! Our freestyle motocross team will also be a major part of the weekend, performing highflying FMX stunts 60-feet above the track (and your head)!

Live Music No festival is complete without music! When the entertainment ends on track, the party gets started on the Bolesworth live stage, along with a full range of licenced food and bars open until late! Performers will be announced soon; keep an eye on our social media channels for updates.

Two Wheel Action Outside of the Arena action, we will have everything for the fuel junkies out there, from Kids’ Electric Bike Experiences, Pro Rider talks on the Main Stage, and an adrenaline-fuelled Action sports zone with BMX, Mountain bikes, Trial and Freestyle Motocross displays.

Festival Experiences Planning on making a weekend of it? Enjoy the full festival experience at AXFest with on-site camping, a range of food and drink options, shops, family fun, live shows, bike experiences and much more.

Plus you can even bring your dog!

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MOLD FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL Celebrate Food, Drink and Live Music in Mold We’re super excited to say your favourite food festival is back again this year. On SEPTEMBER 16-17, we’ll be at Mold’s New Street Car Park with the very best in food and drink.

Last year, Mold Food and Drink Festival drew thousands of visitors from across North Wales last year and beyond to its New Street site to celebrate and enjoy the best in local cuisine and hospitality.

Mold Food & Drink Festival is organised by a dedicated group of volunteers from local businesses and councils and other willing individuals all with a passion for local food and a commitment to developing the Festival year on year.

The festival runs from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

The outdoor food court remains open until 7.30pm on Saturday, with live music on the stage. On Friday evening, the music event opens at 6pm and finishes at 10.15pm.

The Committee meets regularly and also calls upon the services and expertise of other supportive people and professionals in their field who attend meetings by invitation to assist with particular aspects of the Festival.

Admission at the gate is £7 for adults (16+), £1 for children (4-18, under 4s free). Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Join us

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This year for the first time we are adding an extra night on Friday 15th September – an ABBA tribute act ‘Mamma Mania’ and supporting bands.

Tickets can be bought online via Eventbrite – search ‘Mold Food and Drink’. Tickets bought in advance online are cheaper (£5) than on the gate (£7) and substantially reduce queuing time.

On Sunday we have a new Event in the morning – ‘The Big Sunday Breakfast’ starting in Mold town centre.

This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Culinary Association of Wales, led by Graham Tinsley MBA who alongside his team of chefs will be providing a series of cookery demonstrations.

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The Dog and Pickle We decided to visit the brand-new rebranded pub ‘The dog and Pickle ‘, which is situated on Chester road in Lavister, it was previously known as The Nag’s head but closed down and has been empty since last September.

The pub is only one of two pubs in the UK named The Dog and Pickle and the owner strives for it to be seen as a modern gastro pub, they have a great team of experienced chefs with some even working in Michelin star restaurants!

The new owner originally remained anonymousness which led to rumours that Wrexham AFC co-chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney had bought the venue this has since been denied with the new owner confirmed.

The pub has an extremely modern feel to it with wood floors, high ceilings with beautiful beams, muted toned panelled walls and lots of of quirky corners with flower walls and fairy lights to set the scene, it really would not have been

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out of place in Chester town centre.

There is a lovely outside seating area and a gazebo which we decided to take full advantage of as it was an extremely hot and humid day, although it was a Sunday and the roasts looked amazing we decided we would rather choose something off the regular menu which was not a problem for the restaurant.

We noticed immediately the abundance of staff ready to serve us so knew the service

would be good. We ordered a cider to quench our thirst whilst we read through the menu. We both decided to try the flatbreads for starters as we had seen people on the next table have them and they smelt divine.

As predicted the service was quick and our flatbreads were served looking amazing, we had opted for the Goats Cheese Flatbread which did not disappoint, it was scattered with chunks of beetroot, sun blushed tomatoes and olives and then finished with gooey melted Goats cheese. We had also gone for Confit garlic hummus flatbread which was equally nice and was served separately with a pot of hummus, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. The portions were huge and we agreed we probably should

have shared a flatbread rather than have one each but we both thoroughly enjoyed them.

The main course did not disappoint the Handcrafted pie of the day was braised beef and ale and had a crispy homemade pastry top, it contained tasty warming chunks of beef that melted in your mouth and rich ale gravy. It was served with beautiful slow roasted root veg which was well seasoned and extremely tasty, creamy mash and rich homemade gravy completed the comforting lunch.

We were definitely going traditional as we also opted for Beer Battered Cod fillet served with triple cooked chunky chips and a generous portion of minted

mushy peas. The Beer batter was crispy and delicious and encased the delicate white fish perfectly and the golden extremely chunky triple cooked chips were simply to die for!

Unfortunately, we did not try any of the beautiful desserts as the portions were extremely generous but agreed we would definitely return soon to sample one!

THE BILL Confit Garlic hummus flatbread - £6.25 Goats Cheese Flat bread -£6.25 Handcrafter Pie of the day - £15.95 Beer Battered Cod fillet with triple cooked chips - £16.95 Total - £45.40

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Britain’s Biggest Motocross Festival Live At Bolesworth The Arenacross Tour heads outdoors from 15 – 17 September for an amazing three-day festival of racing, live music, freestyle motocross, shops, bars, family fun and so much more!

Show Opening Times: Friday: Midday to Midnight Saturday: 9am – 1am Sunday: 9am – 7pm On-site camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights with pitches for tents, caravans, motorhomes and horseboxes.

The Arenacross Experience Savour three days and two nights of racing action and

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Live Music No festival is complete without music! When the entertainment ends on track, the party gets started on the Bolesworth live stage, along with a full range of licenced food and bars open until late! Performers will be announced soon; keep an eye on our social media channels for updates.

Two Wheel Action Outside of the Arena action, we will have everything for the fuel junkies out there, from Kids’ Electric Bike Experiences, Pro Rider talks on the Main Stage, and an adrenaline-fuelled Action sports zone with BMX, Mountain bikes, Trial and Freestyle Motocross displays.

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NORTH WALES Johnny Marr 9th August

Anglesey County Show 15th August

The Rockin' Chair, Wrexham, UK The iconic Johnny Marr has announced a run of UK shows for the summer. www.ents24.com/wrexhamevents

North Wales premier agricultural event features competitive classes for shire/light horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, fur and feather, horticulture, cookery and crafts. www.angleseyshow.org.uk/ang lesey-show

Beatles Complete Ruthin Market Hall 11th August

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Rock the Lake North Wales 26th August

Rock the Lake North Wales is a family friendly summer Music Festival with a creature comfort twist. Take your seats, book a table or bring a blanket for a great Stage view at our stunning Lakeside festival. www.rockthelake.co.uk

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Feeder @ Cholmondeley Castle 13th August Feeder are an alternative rock band from Newport. www.bandsintown.com

Deva Fest 14th August

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AXFest Bleswort 15th Sept

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