#43 : Blondie Howden

Columnist Zahra Barri talks to author and hairdresser Vicki Lord about sex, blow-dries, First Dates and the safety of the salon chair

Medway’s Christian Obray on his non-league epiphany and passion for the printed zine

The house brand is reshaping The Venue, elevating emerging talent and putting Canterbury firmly on the UK clubbing map.

The second life of Tony Davis’s photographic Archive

Taren’s breakout track Blood in the Water has already amassed almost 500,000 streams

Rob Birch, founding member and iconic frontman of the Stereo MC’s, talks about the band’s return to the road and recording, while also sharing his love for his home in Margate 

Reviews for Jack Nash, Polo Lounge, Jamie Rosso, Elle-Marie, Blackstone and Squangey Bobbins

Kent wine communicator Natalia Suta on making the right decisions this New Year and standing by your dry wines

Columnist Anna Willatt, aka Esoteric Isle, talks to The Poisoners’ Cabinet about Kent’s historic true crimes 

Columnist Cara Blackburn discovers Whites Wood Farm - a place of purpose, conservation and community

Blondie Howden tells us the amazing story of how her accidental artistic beginnings have led to creating murals internationally

Margherita’s serves up traditional Italian dishes in a cosy and welcoming atmosphere.

It has long been lauded for its breakfasts, working closely with Kentish farmers and producers to keep ingredients fresh and seasonal.

“…a destination for lovers of quality food and handmade gifts.”

With more than 15,000 Instagram followers, 3,500 YouTube subscribers and videos that regularly reach into tens of thousands, Beth has secured a foothold in a craft community that continues to flourish. 

Set in the stunning St Mary’s Church, Revelation, has been inspiring the arts in Ashford for 15 years