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January 20, 2025

Brew Monday: A Cup of Kindness to Chase Away the Blues

As the festive season fades and the January blues set in, Samaritans’ Brew Monday campaign offers a simple yet powerful antidote: a cup of tea and a chat. Taking place on what is often called "Blue Monday," supposedly the most depressing day of the year, Brew Monday encourages us to connect with loved ones and strangers alike over a comforting brew. It’s a reminder that small gestures of kindness can make a big difference. The Heart of Brew Monday Samaritans launched Brew Monday to challenge the myth of "Blue Monday" and shift the focus to something pos[...]

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April 23, 2018

Tonbridge Foodie News!

Thanks for all your help over the weekend with my Mediterranean veg soup question - look out for the next review so see what that's all about! I have been very quiet I know but I am still trying to bring you news of the foodie goings on in Tonbridge - some of the news I'm not allowed to disclose yet (so hard!!) and others, I'm just waiting to hear final details.

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June 29, 2017

“It only takes a minute girl”….well maybe 5…

Name that tune and artist! Awards really help to boost a business - it's recognition from patrons and peers; it spreads the word which helps to generate revenue for, not only the winner, but other local businesses too; and it's just a good old fashioned pat on the back, a gold star for everyone involved in making those doors open every day.

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July 28, 2016

Ticking a lot of boxes – The Bakehouse at 124, Tonbridge

The deadline to nominate for the Kent Life & Kent on Sunday Food & Drink Awards is looming - 7 August. So far I've covered the categories 'Newcomer of the Year' and 'Café of the Year' as Tonbridge has plenty of potential nominees for these categories. On or around Tonbridge High Street we have some lovely independent shops doing their bit to promote food & drink too. 'Gorgeous George' sells wines & spirits and would be eligible for 'Independent Food or Drink Retailer of the Year', as would Ian Chatfield The Butchers, a reliable & ve[...]

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July 20, 2016

Beyond the Grounds, Tonbridge, 28 June 2016

It's hot isn't it?! Mustn't grumble though...keep drinking they say. So grab a glass of something, sit down and have a little read about Beyond the Grounds.I went into Beyond the Grounds expecting just a café but after speaking to the founder & manager, Jennie Kenny, I realised that there is much more to this riverside spot than meets the eye. [...]