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mid the general bleakness of the year so far, June has been winking invitingly on the horizon with its promise of sun, fun and freedom. It might turn out to be a mirage (roadmap delays are being threatened at the time of writing), but all being well, this is the moment we can finally go back to our pre-pandemic way of life – festivals, football matches and all. Those excited to indulge in some sorely missed culture this summer won’t be disappointed – the Arts Theatre and the Junction have both released a fantastic line-up of shows for the season ahead, as we discover in our Culture Club section (from page 7). Hoping to dust off your dancing shoes? Good news: for the first time since March 2020, we’ve got a nightlife page (21), highlighting
EDITORIAL Editor in chief Nicola Foley 01223 499459 nicolafoley@bright-publishing.com Editorial assistant Frances McNaughton 01223 499469 francesmcnaughton@bright-publishing.com Editorial director Roger Payne Chief sub editor Alex Bell Sub editor Elisha Young Junior sub editor Jack Nason ADVERTISING Group ad manager Sam Scott-Smith 01223 499457 samscott-smith@bright-publishing.com Sales executive Hannah Gurney 01223 499463 hannahgurney@bright-publishing.com CONTRIBUTORS Charlotte Griffiths, Jenny Jefferies, Alex Rushmer & Anna Taylor DESIGN & PRODUCTION Senior designer Lucy Woolcomb lucywoolcomb@bright-publishing.com Designer and ad production Man-Wai Wong MANAGING DIRECTORS Andy Brogden & Matt Pluck
great gigs and news about a brand-new nightclub for the city. Elsewhere, there’s a year’s worth of desserts to be won (33), some brilliant book recommendations (15), interiors inspiration (61) and all the latest from the local food scene (from page 27). Enjoy the issue and see you next month!
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5 ● WISH LIST Some swoon-worthy gifts and goodies from local indies 7 ● WHAT’S ON All the best local arts events to look forward to – diaries at the ready 15 ● BOOK CLUB Literature lover Charlotte Griffiths reveals her favourite reads for June 21 ● NIGHTLIFE After-hours is no longer off limits! We’ve got the highlights for you here 27 ● FOOD NEWS New restaurants, menus and a whole host of foodie goodness 31 ● CHEF’S TABLE The latest culinary musings from chef Alex Rushmer 33 ● COMPETITION There’s a year’s worth of luxury desserts up for grabs in this month’s giveaway 35 ● RECIPES Jenny Jefferies shares a few fresh, fish-based creations – perfect for summer
42 ● INTERVIEW We meet Julie Deane OBE, founder of The Cambridge Satchel Company 45 ● INDIE OF THE MONTH The diverse, forward-thinking methods of Johnsons of Old Hurst 49 ● ON YOUR BIKE This summer’s must-have cycling gear 51 ● EDUCATION Local schools weigh in on mental health, and the pandemic’s impact on young people 61 ● INTERIORS Transform the heart of your home this month, with our kitchen special 70 ● PROPERTY Insight from experts on how the property market is faring as we enter pandemic recovery 74 ● GARDENS Anna Taylor’s tips for the green-fingered, as we plan for the ‘Christmas’ of floriculture
This month’s cover illustration is by Lucy Woolcomb , based on a photo by Andreea-Otilia Suiu
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