Food and drink

Chef Nur Hussain of Spice Lounge Durham with his National Curry Awards 2026 Chef of the Year trophy and certificate in London.

Durham Indian with award-winning chef who brings 'magic' to creating delicious food

Kevin Robinson owner of Chapter & Filter.

Kevin Robinson owner of Chapter & Filter.

Ex civil servant opens dream independent bookshop and café in Darlington

Blackhill Fish & Chips has built a loyal following in Consett, with customers praising its golden battered fish, generous portions and traditional chip shop favourites.

Blackhill Fish & Chips has built a loyal following in Consett, with customers praising its golden battered fish, generous portions and traditional chip shop favourites.

Why family-run Consett chippy remains favourite with fish and chip fans 18 years on

TikTok creator Becca praised The View at Consett Golf Club's afternoon tea, describing it as

TikTok creator Becca praised The View at Consett Golf Club's afternoon tea, describing it as

County Durham afternoon tea with stunning views hailed as one of the best around

Lanchester Food Week's debut last year was widely popular with locals.

Lanchester Food Week's debut last year was widely popular with locals.

The scenic County Durham village about to bring back its popular food week

The Keys in Yarm

The Keys in Yarm

Night spot gets 'elevated' new look with flexible sliding walls in cocktail bar

The Village Cakery in Bishop Auckland hosted its own staff Bake Off competition, which sparked a light-hearted debate over whether the winning cake deserved victory.

The Village Cakery in Bishop Auckland hosted its own staff Bake Off competition, which sparked a light-hearted debate over whether the winning cake deserved victory.

Bishop Auckland bakery's Great Bake Off ends in cake controversy over winning slice

Theakston’s Brewery launches Special Reserve, its strongest ale at 6.5% ABV, in Morrisons stores across the UK, with Waitrose listings in November.

Theakston’s Brewery launches Special Reserve, its strongest ale at 6.5% ABV, in Morrisons stores across the UK, with Waitrose listings in November.

Theakston’s Brewery unveils strongest ale yet with nationwide Morrisons launch

A rare Cadbury treat has been spotted on UK supermarket shelves nearly two decades after being discontinued

A rare Cadbury treat has been spotted on UK supermarket shelves nearly two decades after being discontinued

Rare Cadbury chocolate returns to UK supermarket shelves after 18 years off shelves

Carly Payne pictured in front of Moments, which she opened in May 2018, fulfilling her childhood ambition

Carly Payne pictured in front of Moments, which she opened in May 2018, fulfilling her childhood ambition

Barnard Castle café owner celebrates awards shortlist after mystery nomination

'Barmy Bingo' night with food, drinks and prizes coming to North East seafront STACK

McDonald's Thinford is set to close temporarily later this month while refurbishment work is carried out.

McDonald's Thinford is set to close temporarily later this month while refurbishment work is carried out.

McDonald's near A197 County Durham closes this week for major makeover

TV star George Clarke names North East bakery 'one of the best' he's ever visited

Before it was a luxury resort, Rockliffe Hall hosted Lords, film crews and served as a hospital in its two centuries of history.

Before it was a luxury resort, Rockliffe Hall hosted Lords, film crews and served as a hospital in its two centuries of history.

Viral nutritionist says Darlington is home to 'life-changing' lasagne at luxury hotel

Sherryl Fernandes, Mayor of Northallerton, Cllr Andrew Hugill, Chris Fernandes and Chris and Sherryl's daughter.

Sherryl Fernandes, Mayor of Northallerton, Cllr Andrew Hugill, Chris Fernandes and Chris and Sherryl's daughter.

First look inside North Yorkshire's new Sicilian wine bar as Veeno opens its doors

The Ivy Newcastle is getting ready for its grand debut this Autumn.

The Ivy Newcastle is getting ready for its grand debut this Autumn.

The Ivy opening two new North East restaurants in historic former bank building

The American Tiktoker has gained local attention recently through his North East food reviews.

The American Tiktoker has gained local attention recently through his North East food reviews.

Featured on TikTok

Saltburn restaurant 'over the moon' as viral American gobsmacked by unique crab dish

Some of the venues taking part in this year's Darlington Restaurant Week include Café Spice, Babul's, Taipan Asia and The Mowden Pub.

Some of the venues taking part in this year's Darlington Restaurant Week include Café Spice, Babul's, Taipan Asia and The Mowden Pub.

Darlington Restaurant Week

Darlington Restaurant Week returns with deals at 27 venues across the town

County Durham café praised for 'best ever' scone and unique African-inspired dishes

Derrick and Stacey Hope, who have had the D&S van for 20 years in what will be the Wickes car park, Bishop Auckland

Derrick and Stacey Hope, who have had the D&S van for 20 years in what will be the Wickes car park, Bishop Auckland

County Durham food truck marks 20 years after three high street giants come and go

The Easby Loop Cafe.

The Easby Loop Cafe.

North Yorkshire Council

Popular riverside café backed by groups after being told it needs planning permission

The Village Deli in Hartburn has closed.

The Village Deli in Hartburn has closed.

Business closure

North East deli closes after 13 years serving Italian treats to the local community

The Boathouse and Terrace, Redcar

The Boathouse and Terrace, Redcar

North East seafront restaurant forced to close after third break-in in 10 months

Popular new North East Mexican restaurant launches takeaway service after huge demand

Cork & Coffee, Seaham

Cork & Coffee, Seaham

Christmas Decorations

Christmas tree spotted in County Durham café window before Halloween sparks debate

The Pump House Tea Room is based at Pump House Cottage in Houghall

The Pump House Tea Room is based at Pump House Cottage in Houghall

'Hidden gem' Durham countryside tea room praised for huge scones and homemade cakes

Richmond's waterfalls, Easby Abbey and rich heritage were among the attractions highlighted in a popular social media guide to the market town.

Richmond's waterfalls, Easby Abbey and rich heritage were among the attractions highlighted in a popular social media guide to the market town.

Market town with waterfalls, castle and indie shops is perfect North East day trip

This Northumberland pub is a favourite of Robson Green.

This Northumberland pub is a favourite of Robson Green.

Robson Green's favourite North East pub in beautiful seaside village

Broom Mill Farm Shop and Mill Kitchen Restaurant is situated near West Auckland

Broom Mill Farm Shop and Mill Kitchen Restaurant is situated near West Auckland

'Lovely' County Durham farm shop with Highland cows that visitors are raving about

The Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant at Metal Bridge near Durham has earned praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts and convenient location close to the A1.

The Old Mill Hotel and Restaurant at Metal Bridge near Durham has earned praise from guests for its generous food portions, cooked breakfasts and convenient location close to the A1.

Durham hotel near A1(M) where guests can't get enough of the breakfasts

The staple Sunday roast at Cluck & Moo

The staple Sunday roast at Cluck & Moo

Bottomless brunch

Why locals are raving about the giant roast dinners at this Teesside restaurant

Yilmaz Ozturk, who runs Pizza House Easington, decided to continue taking orders from Staithes on Thursday, October 15

Yilmaz Ozturk, who runs Pizza House Easington, decided to continue taking orders from Staithes on Thursday, October 15

Pizza man goes extra 13 miles to deliver to customers during road closures

The Vineyard Café on Post House Wynd, Darlington

The Vineyard Café on Post House Wynd, Darlington

EATING OUT REVIEW

'I tried warm and busy Vineyard Café in Darlington - the food was top notch'

The reviewer's favourites included cinder toffee and

The reviewer's favourites included cinder toffee and

American travels over 5,000 miles to munch on old-fashioned sweets at Beamish Museum

Casa Rosa was recently named Takeaway of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards.

Casa Rosa was recently named Takeaway of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards.

Award-winning North East takeaway launches autumn menu with pizza and burger specials

Rocking Horse Café & Gallery

Rocking Horse Café & Gallery

Café near A1 dubbed North East 'hidden gem' earns near-perfect rating

Toft Gate Barn is situated at Greenhow, above Pateley Bridge

Toft Gate Barn is situated at Greenhow, above Pateley Bridge

North Yorkshire farm shop and café with mega views praised for pies and breakfasts

The Riverview Kitchen offers brunch dishes.

The Riverview Kitchen offers brunch dishes.

'Seriously gorgeous' North East riverside café with 'stunning' views

The exterior of Café Under The Spire in Gateshead, which is housed within a historic church building in Bensham.

The exterior of Café Under The Spire in Gateshead, which is housed within a historic church building in Bensham.

Inside spooky quirky café hidden in former church that's winning over Halloween fans

Co-Op store as the supermarket releases its new range of festive sandwiches

Co-Op store as the supermarket releases its new range of festive sandwiches

Every Co-op Christmas sandwich launching in North East in £3.85 meal deal

A seasonal Halloween hot chocolate is among the autumn-themed treats available at Miss Elephant in Chester-Le-Street.

A seasonal Halloween hot chocolate is among the autumn-themed treats available at Miss Elephant in Chester-Le-Street.

'Hidden gem' County Durham café with Halloween pancakes and 'friendly' staff

Koselig pastries

Koselig pastries

Scandinavian bakery perfect for a pastry stop on an autumn walk in North Yorkshire

The former Little Lotus restaurant in Eaglescliffe

The former Little Lotus restaurant in Eaglescliffe

Lotus Lounge confirms opening date for new Pan-Asian restaurant in Yarm

Kids eat for free at these food hubs this half-term - including Gordon Ramsay spots

An immersive dining experience - 7 Paintings - combining art and fine food is coming to the Radisson Blu in Durham

An immersive dining experience - 7 Paintings - combining art and fine food is coming to the Radisson Blu in Durham

Immersive dining experience with twist coming to Durham for Christmas

Pictures from the food hygiene inspection at The Beamish Mary Inn

Pictures from the food hygiene inspection at The Beamish Mary Inn

Dirty aprons, mould, and raw bacon stored near cooked food at 1* County Durham pub

A homemade Sunday roast served at the Café at Kirkleatham Museum, where the venue's new Sunday dinners recently sold out.

A homemade Sunday roast served at the Café at Kirkleatham Museum, where the venue's new Sunday dinners recently sold out.

The unlikely history spot where 'proper' Sunday roasts sell out every week

Mondo's pizzeria in Wingate, County Durham, said they wanted to give back to loyal customers.

Mondo's pizzeria in Wingate, County Durham, said they wanted to give back to loyal customers.

County Durham takeaway goes Willy Wonka-style by hiding cash in food for lucky few

Ansari’s Cafe will open soon at five Crown Street in Darlington town centre

Ansari’s Cafe will open soon at five Crown Street in Darlington town centre

Woman, 20, to fulfill childhood dream by opening Darlington café 'beyond ordinary'

Inside Darlington's new Irish bar Grace Kelly's

Inside Darlington's new Irish bar Grace Kelly's

First look inside Darlington's new Irish bar ahead of Halloween weekend launch

The Manor House Hotel and Spa in West Auckland has launched Restaurant 1429, a new dining concept inspired by the historic roots of the Grade II-listed property.

The Manor House Hotel and Spa in West Auckland has launched Restaurant 1429, a new dining concept inspired by the historic roots of the Grade II-listed property.

'New chapter' at luxury County Durham hotel with fresh restaurant and menu

Christmas at Grey Street

Christmas at Grey Street

Christmas pop-up bar to feature Home Alone-inspired cocktails and self-serve Guinness

The Shakespeare Tavern on Saddler Street, Durham, a historic city-centre pub reputed to be one of the most haunted venues in the North East.

The Shakespeare Tavern on Saddler Street, Durham, a historic city-centre pub reputed to be one of the most haunted venues in the North East.

Inside Durham's 'most haunted' pub where ghostly footsteps echo through the night

Propa, Sunderland

Propa, Sunderland

The Hairy Biker's food spot loved by Greg James with school puddings and hearty pies