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two main characters, Brian and Mike. Their brotherly love and entertaining, perfectly timed banter, complement the daily madness of life and successfully makes them an extremely endearing pair. Helping to alleviate the harshness of everyday police work are the women in their lives, with the refreshing Anna Kendrick playing a loveable other half to Gyllenhaal’s Brian. The strong performancHV DOO DURXQG PDNH WKLV ೉ OP well worth a watch. I was on the edge of my seat for the most of it; and by the end, I had laughed, gasped in shock, and choked back Two hot-headed cops of the LAPD as played by Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Pena tears. End of Watch comwork. It simultaneously seems to deviate from its bines the elements of a ake Gyllenhaal and touches on the intriguing plotline – a problem in pac- compelling police thriller Matthew Peùa star as world of drug cartel gangs ing – which is irritatingly with reality, sensitivity two young officers of and the complex dynam- unclear until well into the and an appreciation for the the LAPD who are tar- ics that function between ೉ UVW KRXU RI WKH PRYLH men and women who put geted by one of South Los them, as well as their rela- Nevertheless, any short- their lives at risk to protect Angeles’ most notorious drug cartels after getting tionship with the law and comings are more than and serve. made up for by the increda little to hot on their trail. its enforcers. The hand-held camera ible chemistry between Danai Pagoni Set on the scene of sunny California, a gritty dra- cinematography manages Gyllenhaal and Peùa as the PD RI SROLFH JORUL೉ FDWLRQ not to distract from the exemerges, and soon wins perience but enhances it. To be screened at the London Film you over as a well-scripted, The documentary-like style contributes a certain sense Festival on 11th and 13th October H[FLWLQJ DQG PRYLQJ ೉ OP Ayer shines some posi- RI UHDOLVP WR WKH ೉ OP E\ tive light on the LAPD, pulling in the audience into without drowning the mov- the action instead of treat- Director David Ayer ie in clichÊs. In fact, this ing them as merely casual disconnected Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Michael Peùa, DEVRUELQJ ೉ OP PDQDJHV D observers realistic portrayal of every- from the situation; rather Anna Kendrick, America Ferrara day life as a police officer surprising intimacy for with all its dangers and such a hard-hitting thriller. On occasion the movie Runtime 109 minutes challenges at home and STUDIOCANAL
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PARTB APPROVED: WH GUIDO’S
This family-run pasta bar serves up wholesome food, at a reasonable price. The opening hours make this cafe the perfect place for a late night dinner after studying hard in the library.
THE THREE TUNS CAFE AMICI
Located on the Kingsway, this establishment is perfect for when you’re hungry, and don’t want to frequent any of the other mainstream establishments on the Kingsway. Try the paninis in particular, if you need to eat on the hoof. Otherwise the Amici breakfast is a wise choice for any meal of the day.
While the Three Tuns have increased their prices, it is still the place to be on campus when you want to see friends. Of course, we now suggest that you attend this dive ironically.
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HERE TO EAT AND DRINK THE SHIP The perfect pub with which to take a potential lover, and seal the deal.
SHAKESPEARE’S HEAD One of two Wetherspoons included on this short list, this pub has a great range of real ales, that vary almost daily. While the food leaves a lot to be desired, its one saving grace is that it is cheap.
OLD BANK OF ENGLAND
A Fullers pub, here you’re guaranteed to get a great pie, and an even better pint. This is a great place to escape London’s stresses, and have a quiet afternoon to unwind.
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KNIGHT’S TEMPLAR The second of two Wetherspoons, while the food and drink make technically be the same, the better atmosphere present in this establishment will result in you having a better time than at the Shakespeare’s Head.
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he Heron Tower, completed just last year, is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the City. It is very tall. So tall, in fact, that taking the elevator to the 40th floor is not for the faint heartedâ&#x20AC;Ś Its alarming rapidity is however effortless, an upwards glide to spectacular views across the whole of London. As a new arrival, the panorama of the newly open Duck and Waffle seemed an apt symbol of my years to come at the LSE: equally inspirational and daunting, with London at once appearing limitless and minute. And it is the outlook that is the real selling point of this restaurant; in fact, much lesser eateries in the same location would find themselves busy just on ac-
count of the vista. I was sat on a table next to the glass wall which creates the perimeter of the restaurant; although we loved it, we were told the vertigo-inducing 200 metre drop to my left was the reason that many couples asked to move somewhere else. Duck and Waffle joins the family of convivial restaurants which offer sharing plates, ideal for someone who struggles to choose from a conventional menu. Each is designed to be enjoyed by two or more diners, so you can try (almost) everything! The idea is to pick a range of dishes, which will be delivered to your table as and when they are ready. We started with a rab-
bit rillette, which although pleasant enough, was lacking in depth of flavour and overwhelmed by its accompanying chutney; the octopus with chorizo and lemon was similarly one dimensional, the citrus failing to cut through the fatty, smoky sausage and the octopus remaining somewhat tough. Fortunately, things got much better: we had a fantastic plate of Herdwick lamb cutlets, spicy, tender morsels which were perfectly balanced with a smoked aubergine puree and a yoghurt dressing. The brick oven roasted ceps were packed with umami and delicious when eaten with the warm, freshly baked house flatbread. The star dish of Duck and Waffle is its namesake.
THE CANTON ARMS
A confit duck leg on a waffle, topped with a fried egg and mustard maple syrup. A strange combination? Yes. Did it work? Actually, yes. Building on the classic bacon-syrup sweet-savoury balance, the duck and waffle satisfyingly bridged the gap between main and dessert; I slathered the duck with the sweet stickiness
of the eggy sauce and devoured more than I really should haveâ&#x20AC;Ś Despite being fit to burst, I somehow made room for torrejas, a Spanish version of French toast, served with maple caramel apples and cinnamon ice cream.
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S had the warm chocolate brownie, with crunchy caramel and peanut butter ice cream. Both were magnificent. Overall, Duck and Waffle isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cheap. In fact, you could say that the astronomical height of both the building and the prices on the wine list are enough to give anyone vertigo. Needless to say, I stuck to tap water throughout the evening! Open 24 hours a day with its location in the heart of the City, it is the sort of place you can imagine professionals celebrating an international deal with a 4am feast. At around ÂŁ40 a head, I would recommend it as a place to go if parents or wealthy relatives are footing the bill, or for a celebratory meal.
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toes are a model of what Sunday lunches should be; FULVS\ HQRXJK WR JLYH Rŕł&#x2C6; an audible crunch as you bite into them, whilst still UHWDLQLQJ HQRXJK ŕł&#x160;XIILQHVV inside to make you feel as though you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t consuming any calories at all. Rarely are more than WKUHH GHVVHUWV Rŕł&#x2C6;HUHG DW any time, which again demonstrates that the chefs know exactly how good they are. The deceptively titled Little Chocolate Pot comes bearing the promise of sugar come-down by the end of Antiques Roadshow, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll eat in anyway. $OWKRXJK LI Rŕł&#x2C6;HUHG VKDUH the bread-and-butter pudding. By some witchcraft it manages to avoid being soggy despite being smothered in cream and milk, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure that a ritual was carried out, involving the use a goat, a granite pestle and mortar, and an obsidian dirk to achieve this miracle of dessert engineering, but I have no proof of this. They also do foie gras toasties, but you should save these for special occasions such as taking over the American Seaboard or JHWWLQJ %HDWLŕł&#x2030;FDWLRQ IURP the Vatican. The Canton Arms isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for everyone, but that is really the point. Come along, enjoy yourself and be sure to get home before you are sent into sated oblivion.
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BEAVER BARISTA ~ LATTE ART
hile we can’t all be hipster baristas, a good cup of coffee is, without a shadow of a doubt, an inalienable human right. Whether you have an espresso machine at home, or can convince your local espresso bar to let you borrow theirs, here are ten tips to making your latte art (and your lattes in general) as sought after as an affordable pint at the now complete rip-off ‘student’ bar, The Three Tuns.
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For god’s sake use good, cold milk. Don’t use low-fat milk and don’t use full-fat milk. A semi-skimmed 2-3% milk is perfect for steaming.
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Use a proper steaming pitcher. Starbucks recently released new milk pitchers to their stores worldwide. While I normally would rather batter myself to death with one of their stale ‘skinny’ muffins, I do have to give them credit. The size and shape of the jug counts. Get one that allows the milk to swirl in the cup so the foam on top incorporates throughout the milk.
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Start your milk before you pull your espresso shots. You have at most 40 seconds to mix your espresso and milk before the espresso starts to turn. Milk on the other hand can, and should, sit. Make sure you start your milk first.
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When you start to steam your milk, start with the wand or panarello right at the bottom of the pitcher. As it begins to hiss and bubble, move the wand higher
up the wall of the pitcher. Finish off by tilting the pitcher on an angle, ensuring proper circulation of the milk - thus incorporating the froth into the bottom, more liquid, milk.
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Once finished, clean your steaming wand thoroughly with a clean cloth and fresh water. Purge the system to ensure no milk is trapped inside the wand. This can also be used as a post-coitus cleansing ritual.
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very week, the PartB team will be suggesting several cocktails of the week for But as ever, please drink responsibly! For your delectation, this week, we will be looking at some more basic concoctions, to gently
ease us all into the swing of things. As we progress through the term we will slowly get more adventurous, if you have any suggestions please feel free to impress us with your knowledge!
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Firmly hit the bottom of the jug on the counter a number of times to help the milk set and release air bubbles, then leave it while you pull your espresso.
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Add espresso shots to your mug and then take your milk pitcher and swirl the milk around to incorporate it all together and release any remaining air bubbles. The espresso shots should be poured down the
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BIKINI MARTINI 30 ml Hendricks Gin 1 tsp Peach Schnapps 30 ml De Kuyper Blue Curaçao Shake well with ice, and then pour into a fashionably chilled martini glass.
side of your mug, to prevent any espresso air bubbles from ruining your beautiful creation.
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Make sure the milk is an even consistency. It should be relatively thick, but still flow from the pitcher nicely.
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Start just off the bottom of the mug and pour towards the centre. Fill half of the way up the mug.
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PLAYGROUND VACATION 50 ml rum 1 Capri-Sun juice pouch A squeeze of lime Pour ingredients over ice , and enjoy.
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Once near the top, using your wrist, shake the pitcher back and forth while dragging it towards the bottom of the rim. This will create a basic flower pattern. Try experimenting with other techniques to create interesting patterns. Now you know how to make latte art just as well as that hipster barista at the corner espresso bar.
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CARRY ON, CALHOULIGAN
in shock, as they realised their careers in higher education were utterly worthless, and the current fellain-charge, Dick Learner, is still yet to be reached by this esteemed organ, we assume he is recovering DQG ZLOO PDNH KLV ŕŽ&#x160; UVW SXE lic appearance shortly. Negotiations between the universities over the issue of reparations have subsequently stalled, refusing to pay a lump sum of ÂŁ100 to cover the damage to several departments, Professor P. Kells RŕŽ&#x2030; HUHG WR VHWWOH WKH PDW ter like gentlemen, an old fashioned game of soggy biscuit. Strand Poly have declined to comment. The B can assure you the reader, however that the LSE campus is not directly in any danger of retaliation, given that it would take locating the LSE on a map. Calhouligan has issued a press release VD\LQJ KH LV FRQŕŽ&#x160; GHQW WKDW between the lack of mental acuity present in Poly students, and the fact that the Apple Maps places the LSE in the Thames estuary, any vengeful students have more chance of locating the Leaky Cauldron than ŕŽ&#x160; QGLQJ WKH /6( FDPSXV
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