• Tried and Tested: New Spots in Notts #3 – Raymond’s

    This evening, we’re at Raymond’s Restaurant and Wine Bar on Stoney Street, which has already earned a place in the 2025 Michelin Guide, after just 6 months on the scene. 
    For a restaurant which doubles as a wine bar, I was surprised by the lack of visible bottles. Typically, I’d...
  • Cocktails

    Impact Tries: Turtle Bay

    Anna Boyne reviews Turtle Bay's new and refreshed menu for the autumn term. The new drinks will divide opinion......
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    Turtle Bay Review: Bringing The Caribbean To The Cornerhouse

    Aleyna Food Editor at Impact was kindly invited to taste test the new cocktails on offer....
  • Review: Best Bars And Restaurants In Nottingham

    Ryan Keane It’s true what they say: Nottingham is a fantastic place for a night out. We might be none the wiser about when the clubs will reopen (thanks COVID) but this doesn’t mean we have to feel dismayed. There are plenty of local bars welcoming the fresh wave...
  • The Evolution of the ‘Night Out’

    Everyone is aware that the average British person loves a good night out, with many films and TV shows portraying British people as experts in the field. However, it seems that over the decades what this traditional ‘night out’ entails has slightly differed and changed. This may be a...
  • Super Scary Halloween Snacks

    Can't think of anything to serve at your Halloween party or what to eat whilst watching a horror film this spooky season? Jesse has a few ghoulishly good ideas......
  • The Playwright Launch Party

    This May, The Playwright, a new bar on Shakespeare Street, opened its doors to Nottingham, promising to be the stylish summer bolthole of 2019. Bathed in shades of deep greens and blues, the cosy, colonial décor features cream lampshades and patterned tiles on the wall. The bar, owned by...