Food and Drink

Foodies veg out at Gadds Town House in Durham
Foodies are being urged to veg out this week and try something different to tickle their taste buds, as one of Durham’s five star restaurants introduces new dishes to its menu as part of National Vegetarian Week.

Add a touch of spice to National Barbecue Week with Primula
Primula, the uniquely squeezy cheese, is firing up for National Barbecue Week (28 May - 3 June 2012) with the launch of an exciting new burger cheese variety.

Gourmet takeaway service becomes A-list favourite
Revolutionary take-away service housebites.com is the latest celeb trend with famous fans including Stephen Fry and Lily Allen.
Beating recession with a sandwich obsession
Saving money is a top priority for Brits with 45% stating saving money as the reason to make a packed lunch. The average consumer saves £29 a month making their own packed lunch - the equivalent of £13 billion a year.

Wild and exotic “sagri” barbecues at The Ambrette
The Ambrette at Rye Restaurant which has taken the town’s dining scene by storm since opening in December, has installed an outside Tandoor oven and Indian charcoal barbecue, to offer fine out door dining Indian style during fine weather.

Celebrate the Diamond Jubilee with a Diamond Dish
The Bramley Campaign searched the nation for the ultimate celebration dish to honour Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and crowned The Bramley Apple Crumble Tart the winning dish.

Domino’s National Carryout Deal
Domino’s Pizza, the pizza delivery expert, has launched a tasty new national carryout deal. Pizza lovers can enjoy any size pizza for just £9.99 when they collect it from their nearest store.

Award-winning Warwickshire pub proves a hit with the travel trade
The award-winning Granville @ Barford in Warwickshire is proving to be a popular venue with the travel trade. Group travel organisers and coach tour operators are regularly using the coaching inn as a convenient and much sought after eating venue.

Old Amsterdam - The perfect choice for holiday cheeseboards
With bumper bank holidays and the summer season fast approaching, now is the time to start planning party foods and no dining occasion is complete without a traditional cheeseboard.
Whisky’s not just for winter - sip it this summer
Grant’s Blended Scotch Whisky is revealing its refreshing side this summer and more of its rich family history with a range of delicious summer serves.

Feed four for £5 each at Domino’s
Domino’s Pizza, the pizza delivery expert, has launched a tasty new national deal to feed four people for just £5 each.
The Lion NYC at The Brompton Club
Stylish private members restaurant and nightclub, The Brompton Club will throw open its doors to the public for the first time when celebrated New York restaurant, The Lion takes up residence there for two months.

Taste sensation at Cornwall Food & Drink Festival 2012
The ninth Cornwall Food & Drink Festival will be returning to Truro on 28-30 September 2012 with a jam-packed timetable celebrating the cream of Cornish produce.

The Granville @ Barford to host glamorous Ascot event
Following on from the success of last year’s event, The Granville @ Barford is to host a another stylish and glamorous Ladies Day at Ascot on Friday 22 June from 11am – 6:30pm. Ladies can enjoy Fizz & Canapés on arrival, watch the races live on the big screen, enjoy a luxurious Ascot style buffet and even place a cheeky bet.

Reggae vibes and veggieburgers at this year's VegfestUK
Reggae vibes and veggieburgers will once again be in plentiful supply at this year's VegfestUK Bristol, the world's biggest veggie event and now in its tenth year, to be held by the Harbourside in central Bristol on May 25th 26th & 27th 2012.