The Croft. 8: From the Source
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Easter Baking: Spiced Easter Cookies
By Nicole Quy, The Croft Co-Editor in Chief
The Croft Magazine// I’m a huge fan of Easter food, notwithstanding that it coincides with the emergence (finally) of the sun and warmer weather. Easter baking, especially, is often characterised by sweetness, both in the sense of taste and the tweeness that often accompanies an array of Easter themed treats. Arguably a perfect combination.
Controversially, however, I've found that the older I get, the less craving I have for chocolate when it comes
The Croft Magazine// I’m a huge fan of Easter food, notwithstanding that it coincides with the emergence (finally) of the sun and warmer weather. Easter baking, especially, is often characterised by sweetness, both in the sense of taste and the tweeness that often accompanies an array of Easter themed treats. Arguably a perfect combination.
Controversially, however, I've found that the older I get, the less craving I have for chocolate when it comes
Little Miss Sunshine
By Nicole Quy, The Croft Co-Editor in Chief
The Croft Magazine// Being an optimistic person is generally a great thing. To be able to have a positive impact on others by sharing this optimism can even feel like a privilege. But what happens when we begin to centre too much of our identity around being a 'happy person', especially when times are tough? Co-Editor-in-Chief Nicole reflects on how the innocence of garnering a reputation as 'the happy friend' can swiftly take a damaging turn, and rem
The Croft Magazine// Being an optimistic person is generally a great thing. To be able to have a positive impact on others by sharing this optimism can even feel like a privilege. But what happens when we begin to centre too much of our identity around being a 'happy person', especially when times are tough? Co-Editor-in-Chief Nicole reflects on how the innocence of garnering a reputation as 'the happy friend' can swiftly take a damaging turn, and rem
Croft X Utopia. 7: Kistch!
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In the Borderline
The prospect of liminality may be defined as ‘occupying a position at, or on both sides of, a boundary or threshold’, but in an era which has been characterised by a sense of the heimlich- to borrow from our German friends . The familiar nature of isolation and the solitary mean that the word has now become more associated with the idea of ‘liminal spaces’.
Across the internet, in the form of both real and fashioned images, ‘liminal spaces’ can be found. On various social media platforms, users
Across the internet, in the form of both real and fashioned images, ‘liminal spaces’ can be found. On various social media platforms, users
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Redefining Self Care
Stripping the prestige, predispositions and pricetags commonly associated with the wellness industry to bring you genuine, practical advice for taking care of your physical and mental wellbeing.
The Croft, Issue 5: Nostalgia
A delve into the past, exploring feelings you might not quite be able to put a finger on
The Croft, Issue 6: Lucid
An exploration into colour, clarity and consciousness.
A Letter To Her
We are often so cruel about ourselves and our bodies. But who are we really talking to?
Putting Calories on Menus is a Threat to Public Health
From April 2022, the Conservative government’s plan for tackling rising levels of obesity in the UK came into action, and with it a dangerous game of mental manipulation began.
LGBTQ+ Film & TV recommendations you simply can't miss out on this Valentine's Day
With the abundance of heterosexual love stories in Film and TV, there's no better time than today to reject heteronormativity and embrace Queer love stories. Nicole Quy outlines some of the best films and TV shows celebrating queerness for you to indulge in this Valentine's Day.
What’s Your Drink of Choice? A Negroni. Sbagliatto. With Prosecco In It.
Croft Magazine Co-editor in chief, Nicole, investigates whether this popular and trendy drink is worth the hype
The Croft, Issue 4: Soirée
Celebrate the end of the year with us, with all its ups and downs.
The Croft, Issue 3: Sonder
A celebration of life's smaller moments. A reminder that we are not really strangers
Lust For Life: The Dopamine Addiction
The Croft Magazine// Contentment is not gained through constant distraction.
The happy hormone. The reward centre. A neuromodulatory molecule. Whatever name you may know it by, there’s no doubt that you’ve experienced the rush of dopamine that comes with indulging in activities you love. Sex, eating good food, achieving something you wanted, shopping or watching your favourite film, can all release this chemical.
In the age of social media, online shopping and unlimited streaming, we have a co
The happy hormone. The reward centre. A neuromodulatory molecule. Whatever name you may know it by, there’s no doubt that you’ve experienced the rush of dopamine that comes with indulging in activities you love. Sex, eating good food, achieving something you wanted, shopping or watching your favourite film, can all release this chemical.
In the age of social media, online shopping and unlimited streaming, we have a co
Review: Sonder, Upon Sea and Shore
By Nicole Quy, The Croft Co-Editor in Chief
Bursting with nostalgia, infectious joy, and an uncanny combination of the at once highly unique yet strangely familiar, Mia Steven's touching collection of poignant snippets of life and eclectic characters takes deep rooted abstract feelings and makes them tangible.
Sonder: "The profound feeling of realising that everyone, including strangers passing in the street, has a life as complex as one's own, which they are constantly living despite one's pe
Bursting with nostalgia, infectious joy, and an uncanny combination of the at once highly unique yet strangely familiar, Mia Steven's touching collection of poignant snippets of life and eclectic characters takes deep rooted abstract feelings and makes them tangible.
Sonder: "The profound feeling of realising that everyone, including strangers passing in the street, has a life as complex as one's own, which they are constantly living despite one's pe
The Croft, Issue 2: Sin
A focus on reclaiming shame, reframing sloth and regaining lust.
The Croft, Issue 1: Rebirth.
2022 Freshers Edition: A celebration of coming of age, change and beginning again.
Bristol24/7 launches this year’s Student Guide
Every year thousands of students descend on Bristol’s clubs, bars, galleries, vintage shops and streets to experience the fruits of our wonderful city.
And while some residents may turn their noses up at this eclectic bunch of excitable freshers, it is difficult to deny how much they bring to this city. From our vibrant music scene to our rich fashion culture, students make up the backbone of Bristol.
So, what better way to celebrate this culture than to print an annual student guide.
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And while some residents may turn their noses up at this eclectic bunch of excitable freshers, it is difficult to deny how much they bring to this city. From our vibrant music scene to our rich fashion culture, students make up the backbone of Bristol.
So, what better way to celebrate this culture than to print an annual student guide.
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'Classy yet accessible': Dirty Martini Review
By Nicole Quy, Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Croft and Mark Ross, Co-Editor-in-Chief of Epigram
NQ: If you own an Instagram account, you’ll likely have stumbled across a photo of Dirty Martini without knowing it. Home to the famous ‘get your halo dirty’ angel wings photo spot, the bar chain has numerous locations across the UK and have now landed, unmissable, on Corn Street.
Though slightly apprehensive about the authenticity of the drinks belonging to a chain, Mark and I set off to discover ju
NQ: If you own an Instagram account, you’ll likely have stumbled across a photo of Dirty Martini without knowing it. Home to the famous ‘get your halo dirty’ angel wings photo spot, the bar chain has numerous locations across the UK and have now landed, unmissable, on Corn Street.
Though slightly apprehensive about the authenticity of the drinks belonging to a chain, Mark and I set off to discover ju
Is Wellness More Mental or Physical?
The highly subjective nature of ‘Wellness’ means that we should be striving for an authentic and harmonious balance that feels most right for us.
The idea of ‘Wellness’ is at once both simple and yet complex. In the most basic format, Wellness can be defined as the state of being in good health, and thus pursuing & practicing wellness means striving to achieve good health. But, the very notion of ‘health’ itself is nuanced, and at times even contradictory, meaning that aiming for ‘good health’
The idea of ‘Wellness’ is at once both simple and yet complex. In the most basic format, Wellness can be defined as the state of being in good health, and thus pursuing & practicing wellness means striving to achieve good health. But, the very notion of ‘health’ itself is nuanced, and at times even contradictory, meaning that aiming for ‘good health’
Eating Out on a Budget: Meals in Bristol for £10 and Under
Whether its a catch up with friends, a date night, or just as a means of treating yourself, there is something hedonistic about making the time to eat out, but this can sometimes be tricky to arrange when you are trying to watch your spending. However, whilst eating out might be a great way to unwind, celebrate or bond, it need not come essentially with a hefty price-tag. From low-key, feel-good street food steals, to more formal affairs with indoor seating and extensive menus, there is plenty o
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