Food & Cooking
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'We're not a pub'- owner of new café and restaurant in York on noise fears
A new café and restaurant in York will try to be a positive part of its community amid fears over noise, its owner has said.
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Italy's pasta production 'grounds to a halt' as truck drivers protest
Pasta maker Rummo has suspended production after running out of ingredients
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York street kitchen appeals for support as cost of providing hot meals soars
HOPING York Street Kitchen has welcomed donations as the cost of providing weekly hot meals continues to rise.
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Scottish city restaurant company placed into liquidation
Edinburgh restaurant company said it had 'taken the difficult decision' to close its doors.
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Man, 68, assaulted near famous York café
Police are investigating after a man was assaulted near Bettys Café in York. It happened at about 8.30pm between Sainsbury’s and Bettys on Davygate on Thursday (15 October). A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The victim reported...
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Darlington Restaurant Week returns with deals at 27 venues across the town
Food lovers are being encouraged to get a taste of everything Darlington has to offer as the town's popular Restaurant Week returns later this week.
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York street kitchen appeals for support as cost of providing hot meals soars
HOPING York Street Kitchen has welcomed donations as the cost of providing weekly hot meals continues to rise.
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Barnard Castle café owner celebrates awards shortlist after mystery nomination
Barnard Castle’s Moments Café is shortlisted for Food Awards England 2026 Café of the Year, with voting open until October 26, as community votes are sought.
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Barcelona 'grandmas' dish out cooking wisdom. And find nourishment themselves
In Barcelona, a group called Grandmas Cooking Barcelona offers visitors a chance to cook and eat traditional Spanish food
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Dark beer adds flavor to a Ukrainian pork classic when kvass is hard to find
Ukrainians traditionally use the low-alcohol fermented drink called kvass for cooking
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Florida woman accused of killing cat, putting remains in a blender and drinking them
Juliana Alyssa Brown allegedly kept the cat’s head for several months by preserving it with alcohol
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New North Yorkshire restaurant opens and serves 10-course tasting menu for £125
A new fine dining restaurant has opened its doors, offering an immersive tasting menu experience.
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New North Yorkshire restaurant opens and serves 10-course tasting menu for £125
A new fine dining restaurant has opened its doors, offering an immersive tasting menu experience.
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Tricky time for lunchboxes: banana shortage hits supermarket shelves after cool weather in Queensland
Dearth of bananas coincides with poor apple harvest and lack of summer stone fruit
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JustEat apologises over AI menu pictures including bacon and eggs floating in cola
Food delivery app pauses rollout of ‘AI-enhanced’ menu images after technology misinterpreted some dishes
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3 men who worked as 'gardeners' at £3.7 million cannabis farm jailed
The premises had living quarters, communal areas, beds and a cooking station with fridges and freezers.
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Why you might not know if your salmon is being raised on chicken
Suppliers to British supermarkets are switching to chicken byproducts to feed their salmon
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Popular new North East Mexican restaurant launches takeaway service after huge demand
Burritos, quesadillas and Mole Poblano are among the dishes available through Tia's new takeaway service in Newcastle.
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Your Fall Comfort Food Deserves an All-Clad Upgrade
Upgrade your cold-weather cooking setup with discounted cookware for soups, stews, and roasts.
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York dessert shop announces opening date for second location
A popular York dessert shop has announced that it will open its second location this month. We reported last month that Aly’s Cheesecake were in the process of getting their second shop ready – and now they’ve revealed the opening date and...
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Shildon shoplifter swiped booze and beauty sets from Darlington Heron Foods store
Shildon woman Lara Moss admits stealing groceries, laundry products and alcohol from Heron Foods in Darlington
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County Durham café praised for 'best ever' scone and unique African-inspired dishes
Nobia & Sons in Barnard Castle has earned a 4.8 Tripadvisor rating, with visitors praising its huge homemade scones, goat curry and welcoming staff.
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Fire chief backs Bonfire Night but warns that fireworks should be used safely
West Yorkshire's fire chief is urging residents to celebrate Bonfire Night safely and attend organised events where possible.
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Reviving a 200-year-old IPA recipe first made in a teapot in 1822
Jamie Allsopp helps revive a recipe created in 1822 after it is found with other beer recipes in an attic.
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Town centre cafe which shut early after having just 1 customer put on market
The cafe has seen a fall in footfall since town centre roadworks began.
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I tested the Lavazza Tabli, and Its eco-friendly pressed coffee tablets solve plastic pod taste and waste — even if smart home controls fall short
All of the convenience, without the mess.
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Why locals are raving about the giant roast dinners at this Teesside restaurant
From towering roast dinners to cocktail-fuelled bottomless brunches, Cluck & Moo has built a loyal following in Redcar.
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The 'prettiest village' in Northumberland with homely tea room and unique pub
Corbridge is known as one of the prettiest villages in Northumberland and is home to a range of independent shops and restaurants.
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Scarborough restaurant praised for its 'seriously good value' and 'great' drinks
Feast in Scarborough is an impressive bar an restaurant that is loved for its homemade parmos and great value.
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The County Durham farm shop with Highland cows that visitors are raving about
A County Durham farm shop and restaurant near Bishop Auckland is winning praise for its food, friendly staff and Highland cows.
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'Hidden gem' Durham countryside tea room praised for huge scones and homemade cakes
The Pump House Tea Room in Houghall, Durham, has a 4.6-star Google rating, with visitors praising its homemade cakes, scones and countryside setting.
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Durham hotel near A1(M) where guests can't get enough of the breakfasts
The Old Mill near Durham is earning praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts, comfortable rooms and convenient location just off the A1(M).
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5 unmissable spots that make Bradford village one of best visiting destinations
Discover five of the best places to visit in Saltaire, from Salts Mill and David Hockney art to independent cafés, bakeries and craft beer.
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Couple who moved to Leeds for 'a better life' open Greek street food café
The couple speak about what brought them to Leeds and the biggest challenge they currently face
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We reviewed shop with one-star food hygiene rating and was quite surprised
Reporters decided to sample three of the shop’s most popular cakes - millionaire shortbread, lemon drizzle, and carrot cake.
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What it is like in the real Woolpack pub in Emmerdale village that inspired soap
Emmerdale fans regularly visit the pub for a pint and to take in some memorabilia
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Inside iconic 1970s Bedford CF Mr Tony ice cream van now up for sale on eBay
The online seller describes it as genuine and untouched - a rare survivor from the golden age of British ice cream vans.
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Every Co-op Christmas sandwich launching in North East in £3.85 meal deal
Co-op is bringing back its Christmas sandwiches, with four returning favourites and two new festive fillings joining the lunchtime range.
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Pizza man goes extra 13 miles to deliver to customers during road closures
Yilmaz Ozturk, owner of Pizza House Easington, continued delivering food to Staithes despite road closures turning a 2.4-mile journey into 15 miles.
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'Hidden gem' County Durham café with Halloween pancakes and 'friendly' staff
Miss Elephant has launched a limited-edition Halloween pancake, with customers praising the Chester-Le-Street café as a 'hidden gem' for sweet treats.
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Prison for man caught drinking alcohol on Scarborough streets
Breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order has resulted in David Fraser Flinton being sentenced to 12 months in prison. Flinton, 45, of Spreight Lane Steps in Scarborough was previously made the subject of a Criminal Behaviour Order on 9 December...
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Inside new restaurant opened by Bradford man in picturesque village
It serves curries alongside starters, burgers, parmesans, mocktails, desserts and children’s meals.
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Co-op launches new Christmas sandwiches – and they're in a £3.85 meal deal
Co-op is bringing back its Christmas sandwiches, with four returning favourites and two new festive fillings joining the lunchtime range.
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Top chef reveals 3 autumn ingredients to forage in UK and how to cook them safely
A top York chef reveals three UK autumn foraging ingredients – crab apples, wild mushrooms and hazelnuts – plus safe cooking and picking tips.
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Award-winning North East takeaway launches autumn menu with pizza and burger specials
Birtley’s Casa Rosa, named Takeaway of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards, unveils a new autumn menu with pizzas, burgers, vegan and gluten-free options.
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'Fantastic' Yorkshire farm shop with its own café and pumpkin picking
The Balloon Tree farm shop and café might be the perfect place to pick up a pumpkin for Halloween.
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Food reviewer says beef dripping fish and chips shop is 'absolute heaven'
The restaurant is one of the UK’s last remaining coal-fired fish and chip shops.
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'Seriously gorgeous' North East riverside café with 'stunning' views
The Riverview Kitchen in Durham is loved for its stunning views and amazing Philly cheese steak sandwich.
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Multiflight Café Bar: Inside café overlooking the runways at Leeds Bradford Airport
When I see planes, I’m usually sitting inside a departure terminal with an overpriced coffee.
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FOOD REVIEW: How seafood at a village pub makes East Coast 'better than Spain'
Flamborough’s The Ship Inn, near Bridlington, earns praise for seafood, friendly service and good value after Star Pubs’ £320,000 refurbishment.
