Holly's reviews
Review of Sixty Million Postcards
03 Nov 07, 11:12
Great improvement... 
This is a place that I always remember as 'Edward's' which was rubbish, so I probably should move on from that. Newly re-invented as Sixty Million Postcards, on my first viewing since the fancy new signs went up, I have to say I like what they've done with the old girl. The name fits in well with the indie scene they are aiming for, and is very apt for a seaside town, so far so good. The decor is much better than its previous alias, and the revamped menu also an improvement. The music selection is wide-ranging, but mostly of an indie ilk. Having only been there once, I can't say it's my favorite place to go for an evening out, but I'm sure I will go there again. Great place to start off the evening, but not a place where nights become legendary.
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Review of The Consortium Bar
03 Nov 07, 11:10
Good music...
In recent years, I have found going out for a few drinks in Bournemouth more of a chore than a pleasure. One cannot move for scores of girls out on hen nights, guys out on stag nights, anyone and everyone throwing up in the street, policemen on horseback attempting to look threatening, overpriced drinks, cheesecore music; the sorry list is endless. To me this all equals one thing: a huge headache. However, if I am going out, I most often will turn to the Consortium. The Consortium's roots lie as a skate-wear shop (which still exists further up Richmond Hill, for all you sk8r bois out there), but don't let that put you off (haha). The music is almost always good, playing just the right mix of oldskool, hiphop and funk that everyone is having a great time. For all those that loved Jazz Juice at the Showbar, it seemed a natural transition for that popular club night to move here if anywhere. A must for the diaries every month. The drinks prices here are also reasonable, with offers on most weekends. They also always have a healthy supply of my shot of choice: sambuca, which gives it a huge thumbs up from me.
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Review of Landmarc
03 Nov 07, 11:07
Great venue...
One of Bournemouth's newest venues to make,waves,! (Get it? Oh come on, it's a seaside town!), Landmarc has swiftly become a success due to its unique angle of what it describes as,restaurant theatre,. Basically this means that you can eat and be entertained! at the same time! Fancy! Not such an original idea, but at Landmarc it is done with aplomb. A lot of this has to do with the actual venue itself: they have revamped and upholstered a hardly used church just by The Square into a stunning backdrop for an evening experience. Whilst dining in the (grade-II, darling!) listed building, one can be an audience for a variety of shows, depending on what night you have chosen to visit. The regular,Comedy Store, is extremely popular, as are the copious amounts of tribute acts that perform here. If that is your thing, here is the place to experience it. I personally prefer to frequent of a lunchtime when they have a thoroughly reasonable two courses for a tenner offer on, and the space can be admired in the daylight.
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Review of Shakeaway
03 Nov 07, 10:59
Great shakes... 
Since this branch first opened in Bournemouth in 1999, Shakeaway has opened a further 9 stores in the southwest region. However, no visit to Bournemouth is complete without a purchase of one of the endless flavors of milkshake available, the blue and white cups are now a seaside staple!! For those unfortunate lactose-intolerant amongst us, stop fleeing for the hills at once! At Shakeaway they even offer the option of making your beverage with soy milk. In fact, any possible combination of flavors, toppers and bottoms, sprinkles and sauces is available; the only limit is your budget! Still the original branch and the best, Shakeaway offers everything you could hope for to satisfy your milkshake needs. Be sure to pick up one of their loyalty cards; every 10th milkshake is then free! And to be truly in the know, sign up to their regular email updates at www.shakeaway.com; money-off vouchers are a regular occurrence.
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