Georgina Guthrie

With its cobbled waterside streets, eye catching architecture and quirky eateries, Bristol offers quite a few spots to woo. However, with so many fabulous restaurants to choose from, you'll need to know your stuff to find somewhere that'll really sweep someone off their feet. Not sure where to start? Here's a selection of six to kick things off, starting with budget choices and ending with more opulent options: A cappella   A photo posted by Kirsty Marie (@kirstymarieeebjj) on Sep 26, 2015 at 12:03pm PDT   With just five or so tables, Totterdown’s cosy and highly rated pizzeria is a sure-fire winner for an intimate evening, with friendly staff and a hearty authentic menu with plenty of veggie options. Two medium pizzas and two desserts will cost you around £25, and if you’re on a tight budget a large pizza to share is definitely enough to fill you up. Plus, it's definitely more romantic, so snuggle in a candlelit corner and dig in. Be sure to book ahead for a Friday or Saturday night though, space is limited. A cappella, 184c Wells Road, Totterdown Assilah    A photo posted by assilah bistro (@assilah_bistro) on Jun 6, 2014 at 10:04am PDT   Sweet fruit tagines, crisp falafel and sticky baklava await in Assilah, Totterdown’s authentic Moroccan diner. There’s a good veggie selection, as well as traditional grilled meats marinated in Moroccan spices. Be sure to finish off with peppermint tea served in traditional silver Arabic serving set. Moroccan food-lovers north

Halloween isn't just for kids, and don't let anyone else tell you otherwise. It's a time when lovers of the macabre come together to celebrate all that is blood spattered. It's not all about getting dressed up as sexy zombie nurses, either. Some of us just like to sit in the dark with a beer or two and watch horror films.  Bristol's really delivering this year, with a bunch of fine films to send tingles down even the most hardened horror fans' spine. Here are five to look forward to:   'A Nightmare on Elm Street'  &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;img id="dee183ba-b33d-d673-c8b9-107d7aef313b" data-caption="Nightmare on Elm Street" data-credit="" data-width-class="100" type="image/jpeg" total="284351" loaded="284351" image_id="102905641" src="http://media.timeout.com/images/102905641/image.jpg" class="photo lazy inline"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; Nightmare on Elm Street   On October 27, Bristol's SeventySeven Film Club will be screening 'A Nightmare on Elm Street', by the late, great Wes Craven in the basement of the Arts House Cafe. The set up down there is a total joy, with giant squishy sofas, a projection screen and bar upstairs. Tickets cost a very pocket-friendly £2, so grab a beer and settle down for a night of Freddy.  'A Nightmare on Elm Street'. Tuesday October 27, 8.30pm. The Arts House Cafe, 108a Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3RU. More info here.    Hot Tub Cinema  <img id="9846b70b-d29e-e63f-6303-9ca2b4d93655" data-caption="" data-credit="Hot Tub Cinem

We delve into this fair city’s macabre history to discover a rich past teeming with scandal and sticky demises. Of course, all cities have their dark secrets, but unassuming Bristol reveals a grubby past darker than most. From murders in the Odeon, to haunted hotel rooms, we take a look at some of Bristol’s most morbid tales and haunted spots that you can visit. Go on, I dare you.   Odeon CinemaHave you ever watched a film in cinema three? Did you notice how cold it is in there? It might just have been a heating malfunction or, as they say in the business, a ‘cold spot’ – the presence of something supernatural. Here’s the story: at 6.25pm on May 29, 1946, the Odeon was screening a Hollywood adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s The Light That Failed to an audience of around 2,000 people (the cinema was a lot bigger back then). During the film, five shots were fired on-screen, followed by a sixth heard in the Odeon manager’s office. The case was never officially closed, but the manager’s killer was believed to be a man named Billy 'The Fish' Fisher, who confessed the killing on his deathbed. Cinema three is now said to be haunted by the ghost of the murdered manager. cinemamapping.co.uk Pembroke Road, CliftonOtherwise known as Gallow’s Acre Lane, this street has a rather gruesome past belied by its pleasant facade. In the 1870s, the Downs was a no-man’s land – pitch black at night and frequented by highwaymen, the most notorious of which was a Welshman named Jenkins Protheroe. Fam

As the gateway to the South West, Bristol and cider go arm in arm. Even so, there are only a handful of pubs in the city centre that do really good, traditional cider. Here are five of our favourites, selling real ciders that are free from the artificial flavourings, preservatives and sweeteners you find in more commercial brands. Just remember, though: the cloudy, powerful rocket fuels served at these bars may be authentic, but they also pack a punch that means they need to be enjoyed with caution!   The Coronation Tap   A photo posted by Sydney Food Lover (@sydneyfoodlover) on May 27, 2014 at 2:57am PDT   The Cori Tap (as it’s know to the locals) has an impressive array of ciders in stock, ranging from the light and fruity Happy Days, to the legend that is Exhibition cider (served in a half-pint glass for your own safety). You'll also find an impressive range of boxed and draft ciders, and the knowledgeable staff are always willing to let you try before you buy. This Clifton pub has some of the best live music on at weekends too.   The Apple    A photo posted by The Apple (@theappleciderboat) on Jul 27, 2014 at 7:22am PDT   Many a Bristolian has whiled away a sunny Saturday afternoon on Welsh Back, basking outside the Apple with a pint of cider. It’s a rite of passage, and the first port of call when showing guests around the city. The Apple has over 40 ciders to choose from, but also stock a good range of bottled beers and lagers. Meanwhile, their food board keep

Bristol’s pizza scene has really upped its game recently. Last year may have been the battle for the best burger, but 2015 is all about perfect pizza. So, whether you’re looking for a cozy date venue or a guilty takeaway, we’ve got you covered with this list of ten of the best in Bristol.   Bertha’s   #sourdough in the sun #nofilter A photo posted by Graham (@berthaspizza) on May 16, 2015 at 8:00am PDT   Husband and wife team Graham and Kate have been serving up wood oven-fired pizza perfection for just over a year now, and their yellow pop-up van attracts massive crowds wherever it goes. You can keep an eye on their Twitter or their calendar to see where they’ll next be stopping, but a trip to Sunday’s Tobacco Factory market in Bedminster is almost always fruitful. Bertha's sourdough pizzas cost between £5-£7, and are all made from locally sourced ingredients. Bertha's Sourdough Pizza, locations vary  The Stable   Best pizza in Bristol!!! #thestable #pizza #gf #glutenfree #bristol #bristolpizza #restaurant #chicken #annings #pearandmint #cider #food #nomnom #delicious #foodie #gourmet #dining #culinary #eat #eating #harbourside A photo posted by Misty Stokes (@mistystokes) on Feb 23, 2015 at 3:15am PST The Stable is big, noisy and boasts a massive selection of pizzas and ciders. Those with special dietary requirements are well catered for as well, with veggie, vegan and gluten-free options available. Prices are mid range, at £8-£13 for a pizza. Asbestos mouth?

 Bristol has some first-rate pubs, and a trip north of the river reveals some of the best in the city. Whether you’re looking for a quiet afternoon pint, a sunny garden where you can sink a cider or two, or a lively Saturday night spot, these five pubs should get you started: The Duke of York   nicksarebi, Flickr   Resting on the border of St Pauls and St Werburghs sits this characterful pub. In true Bristol fashion, the outside has been brightly painted, while inside it's a real treasure trove of knick knacks and fairy lights; reference books, board games and old photos topped off by bottle caps glued to the ceiling. The staff are a super-friendly bunch, and they've got a great little back yard that’s a rather pleasant spot to spend a summer’s evening. The Coronation Tap   &lt;img id="1b45c736-64b4-b426-e808-14ffff683476" data-caption="" data-credit="shrinkin'violet, Flickr" data-width-class="" type="image/jpeg" total="2083650" loaded="2083650" src="http://media.timeout.com/images/102509491/image.jpg" align="middle" class="photo lazy inline"&gt; shrinkin'violet, Flickr   Exhibition Cider – the most dangerous liquid known to any Bristolian. It’s deceptively quafffable; a sweet, flat apple beverage served in a quickly-downed half pint glass. Be warned: this stuff has toppled the most mighty of cider drinkers and plenty of Bristol newbies. Come for the cider, stay for the music as The Corri Tap (as it’s know to the locals) also has some top-notch live music on at wee

The sun’s (kind of) out which means one thing: al-fresco drinking, en masse. Luckily, Bristol has an absolute wealth of leafy spots and grassy places for you to sit back, relax and soak up some rays. So, whether you're an ale enthusiast or cider drinker, wine quaffer or lemonade connoisseur, we’ve got something in this list to inspire you this summer. The FarmNestled slap-bang in the middle of St Werburghs is The Farm, so named because of its location next to, you guessed it, St Werburghs' community farm. An oasis away from the bustle of Gloucester Road, it has the feel of a village country pub, with a sprawling grassy seating area, sheltered terrace and is surrounded on all sides by allotments and hazy tree-lined streets. Order a (half) pint of Old Rosie and settle down on their lawn and enjoy the sound of cockerels and pigs snuffling around next door. They do a mean sharing platter made from locally-sourced ingredients, and boast a well-chosen selection of cider and ales, including the ubiquitous Bath Gem. You can’t miss it; it’s the one with a bright pastoral scene painted onto its front, and a tree with giant googly eyes in the garden.   A photo posted by Jack Thomas Woodman (@jacktwoodman) on Aug 1, 2013 at 9:28am PDT The Victoria ParkA stone’s throw from the gorgeous Victoria Park rests a squat red-brick pub of the same name. A true testament to the rapid gentrification of the area, this popular drinking spot attracts a young, middle-class crowd with its cool, pare

It might be another six months until Halloween, but that doesn't mean you have to hold back on the scares until October. No, we're not talking about yet another Bristol zombie run – this time, The Cube Microplex has teamed up with the folks from Bristol collective Fume Films to bring you a boutique horror festival of terrifying short films from around the world. The Cube plays host to some of the freshest horror around on May 1, from 8pm. This curated selection of short films are currently playing, and winning fans, at festivals around the world right now so it's something of a coup, this. Festival curator Ben Steiner, from Fume, offers up a homegrown slice of terror with his supernatural noir crime thriller The Stomach. Featuring deliciously grotesque prosthetics by Kill List special effects extraordinaire Dan Martin, this tense shocker will thrill even the most seasoned of horror aficionados. He’s joined by fellow British director Andy Stewart, who brings us the the final part of his disturbing body-horror trilogy, Ink; while BAFTA-nominated animator Robert Morgan presents his creepy, nightmare-inspired, stop-motion film, Deloused. International offerings thrown into the mix include C#ckfight by Cuba's Julian Yurit; and Turkish Director Can Evrenol’s award-winning horror, Baskin - a film described by Eli Roth as 'Disgusting. Disorienting. Brilliant.’ Stick around after the films as resident Hellfire Video Club DJs deliver a psychedelic and funk soundtrack to take you into t