Interview: Executive Chef Joe Walker on why great food shouldn’t come at the expense of a great pub
Leading the kitchen at The Cock in Hitchin while helping shape the food direction of the growing group, Joe arrives with 14 years of experience spanning fine dining, hotels, gastropubs and one…
Newcastle’s House of Tides Heads South for a One-Night Takeover at Solaya Hoxton
Kenny will present a specially curated five-course tasting menu that carries the House of Tides style to the heart of the capital, with every dish built on exceptional seasonal ingredients,…
Japan Meets Brazil: NIPO restaurant is Set to Land at Newcastle’s Quayside
The first of its kind in Newcastle, NIPO will bring its Japanese-Brazilian identity to life throughexceptional ingredients, meticulous Japanese craftsmanship, Brazilian fire, live sushi,…
Yorkshire and North East Hospitality Stars Named Among Finalists for Prestigious AA Awards
Grantley Hall in North Yorkshire and Seaham Hall in County Durham are among those shortlisted for this year’s awards, which celebrate the people, teams and businesses setting standards across…
New interactive map designed to highlight female-owned hospitality businesses hits 1,000 pins – including 22 in the North East
Now totalling over 1,000 businesses, the map, which can be can be seen here includes restaurants, bars, cafés, bakeries and pubs across the country, creating one of the most…
Michelin-starred restaurant Mýse in North Yorkshire hosts inaugural ‘churn supper’ to celebrate British farming
Inspired by the age-old tradition – a gathering to give thanks to the farming communities for their hard work – the evening will celebrate the end of this year’s harvest and donate…
Yorkshire’s Swinton Estate announces Jamie Keeble as Head Chef of its refreshed Chef’s Table
Jamie, formerly of Michelin-starred Mýse and recognised as one of the UK’s most exciting emerging culinary talents, will join the estate in September 2026 ahead of the Chef’s Table opening…
Bookings now live for Rockcliffe’s new standalone restaurant, Atlas James and Maria Close
The restaurant will offer an immersive chef-guided experience inspired by the places, flavours and experiences that have shaped James and Maria. It is designed to be a journey of discovery,…
Scott John-Hodgson Appointed Executive Chef Across House of Tides and Solstice
The appointment marks a significant milestone for both restaurants and reflects Scott’s outstanding contribution to the group since joining in 2018. The promotion comes hot on the heels…
Italian Wine Bar & Kitchen Veeno to Bring a Slice of Sicily To Northallerton
The new venue is set to open at the town’s former prison site, which has been redeveloped into a flagship leisure and retail development, in September. Owner and operator Chris Fernandes…
Café 21 at Fenwick Launches New European-Inspired Coffee and Cake Ritual
A new afternoon ritual which reimagines the traditional concept of afternoon tea has been launched at Café 21 at Fenwick Newcastle. Coffee, Cake and Bubbles draws inspiration from the European…
DOOD launches Silk Road-inspired Sunday roast on Newcastle Quayside
Newcastle restaurant DOOD is putting a new spin on one of Britain’s best-loved dining traditions with the launch of Nomad’s Sunday Roast, a Silk Road-inspired Sunday lunch served on the…


























