Galentine’s is an excellent annual opportunity to show your girlfriends how much you appreciate their support and friendship, and to spread some love at a time of the year that can be challenging for people. Whether you’re planning on going out, or staying in and enjoying wholesome activities, these are the five best things you can do this Galentine’s:
Cocktail/Mocktail Board Night
A cost-effective and creative evening that can be hosted from home is a homemade cocktail and mocktail evening. Each attendee makes their own cocktail and mocktail based on a theme—I went to one of these last year and the theme was “make a cocktail based on your ex”, although I have heard other people making cocktails based on their type, their favourite film, etc. If you have too many people, and hence too many cocktails (if that is possible!), an easy substitute for this is a snack platter or a sweet treat.
Korean BBQ @ Kimchi Korean Restaurant
Kimchi Korean Restaurant in Pontcanna boasts delicious food and drink with amazing value for money. Sharing platters of marinated meat and fish can be shared with a group, and you can cook them yourselves to order. Being able to grill your own dinner makes an entertaining change, and can be accompanied by generous portions of rice, noodles, and dumplings. Having seen similar restaurants online, I went to Kimchi before Christmas with my housemates, and I was not disappointed by the quick and friendly service, amazing food, and the novelty of grilling my own food.
Coyote Ugly’s Annual Man Auction
Although it technically falls on Valentine’s Day (14th) and not Galentine’s Day, Coyote Ugly’s Annual Man auction would also be a fun and unique addition to your Galentine’s celebrations this year. Tickets are £5 and include two complimentary drinks (from a selected range) and the chance to bid and win the “Man of your dreams”. All proceeds from the event will be donated to charity AND if you happen to know any male friends who would be a perfect participant for this event, they can sign up on the website now!
Fakeaway Night
Making a Fakeaway with your friends is a fun and cost-effective way to put a spin on a classic takeaway. Most ingredients can be found in our local supermarkets and independent food shops around Cardiff, whether you want to make a Chinese, Indian, homemade pizzas, or your take on a chicken shop classic. The Fakeaway can be enjoyed at home while watching your favourite films or playing games, and is adjustable depending on cooking skills and whether or not you want an easy convenient dinner or a challenge.
Lover Fest hosted by Taylor Swift Society
On the 13th, the Taylor Swift Society are hosting “Loverfest”, a club night featuring Welsh Chicks who will DJ a full set of favourites by Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams, and, of course, Taylor Swift. The night will run from 10pm–2am in Y Plas. You and your friends will be able to dance the night away to constant hits and it would be a wholesome end to a day of Galentine’s festivities. Tickets are available now on the society’s Students’ Union web page.