Restaurants With Stunning Views In & Around The North East

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A restaurant with an amazing view can elevate a dining experience from a mediocre event to the most memorable meal you’ve ever enjoyed. Whether you prefer looking out over our fantastic coastline or taking in the city’s famous silhouette, here’s a guide to my favourite North East restaurants with simply stunning views.

Caboose, Blyth

Address: Quay Road, Blyth, NE24 3PA

What’s On The Menu: Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner with fantastic food at affordable prices for the ultimate dining experience.

Website: https://caboose-group.co.uk/blyth/

About The View: Situated on the riverside in Blyth, Caboose offers fantastic views of the harbour and pier.

Colman’s Seafood Temple, South Shields

Address: Sea Road, South Shields, NE33 2LD

What’s On The Menu: Colmans Seafood Temple is a family orientated seafood restaurant serving the finest coastal cuisine.

Website: https://colmansseafoodtemple.co.uk

About The View: Panoramic views of Sandhaven beach.

Image by Colman’s Seafood Temple, South Shields

The Botanist, Newcastle

Address: Monument Mall, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 7AL

What’s On The Menu: Food inspired by the deli, rotisserie and grill.

Website: https://thebotanist.uk.com/locations/newcastle

About The View: The best way to see the historic Grey Street which is renowned for its beautiful Georgian architecture and has been named as one of the most instagrammed streets in the UK.

Gino D’Campo, Newcastle

Address: River View, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3BE

What’s On The Menu: Serving real Italian food as it should be.

Website: https://ginodacampohotelsandleisure.com/our-restaurants/quayside/

About The View: With a huge contemporary terrace overlooking the iconic River Tyne and it’s bridges.

The Jolly Fisherman, Craster

Address: Haven Hill, Craster, Northumberland, NE66 3TR

What’s On The Menu: At The Jolly Fisherman you will find a wide selection of fresh catches on the menu as well as pub classics and a selection of vegetarian dishes.

Website: http://www.thejollyfishermancraster.co.uk

About The View: Showcasing one of Northumberland’s most iconic destinations, enjoy the picturesque Northumberland fishing harbour of Craster and the imposing ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle.

Portofino, Hartlepool

Address: Maritime Avenue, Hartlepool, TS24 0XZ

What’s On The Menu: Portofino mixes Italian, Mediterranean and North African cuisines to serve a delicious combination of Pizzas, Pastas, Fish, Poultry, Steaks and Tagines.

Website: https://www.portofino.co.uk

About The View: Located on the Historic Quay, Portofino overlooks Hartlepool’s iconic landmark, HMS Trincomalee and the popular Marina.

Rileys, Tynemouth

Address: King Edward’s Bay, Tynemouth, NE30 4BY

What’s On The Menu: Fabulous fish, locally caught and simply served

Website: https://rileysfishshack.com

About The View: Situated on the beach at King Edward’s Bay under Tynemouth Priory.

Six @ Pier Point, Sunderland

Address: Marine Walk, Roker, SR6 0PP

What’s On The Menu: Luxury charcuterie.

Website: https://www.sixpierpoint.co.uk

About The View: Awesome beachfront location overlooking Roker Pier.

Tomahawk @ The Boat Club, Durham

Address: Elvet Riverside, Durham, DH1 3AF

What’s On The Menu: Tomahawk’s famous Himalayan dry aged steaks.

Website: https://www.the-boat-club.com

About The View: Situated on the bank of the river Wear this 500 year old building offers panoramic views of the medieval Elvet Bridge and the traditional City of Durham.

The View, Tynemouth

Address: Longsands Beach, Tynemouth, NE30 4JA

What’s On The Menu: Seafood, pizza and burgers.

Website: https://www.theviewtynemouth.com

About The View: Situated on Longsands Beach with panoramic views of our beautiful coastline.

Have you enjoyed a meal while taking in any of the views listed above? Let me know in the comments.

Dairy Vending Machines In And Around The North East

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Dairy vending machines are popping up across the region and are booming in popularity.

The vending machine initiative provides customers with fresh, non-homogenised (and, sometimes, even raw) milk direct from the farm. Not only does the scheme support local dairy farmers, but it also brings a wealth of other benefits including reducing plastic waste, decreasing food miles and lowering the carbon footprint of the milk.

If you fancy trying one of the North East’s Dairy Vending Machines, I’ve listed the ones we’ve visited below (if you know of any others, leave me a comment so we can check it out)

Atley Hill Raw Milk, Northallerton

Address: Scorton Road Farm, South Cowton, Northallerton, DL7 0JD

What’s On Offer: Milk, Eggs, Cheese

Website: https://m.facebook.com/AtleyHillRawMilk/

Bays Leap Organic Raw Milk

*Vending Machine Coming Soon*

Address: Heddon-On-The-Wall, NE15 0JW

What’s On Offer: Milk, Milkshake

Website: https://www.facebook.com/baysleaporganic/

Campbell’s of Leyburn

Address: 4 Commercial Square, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5BP

What’s On Offer: Milk, Milkshake

Website: https://www.campbellsofleyburn.co.uk

Cherry View Milk

Address: Field House Farm, Etton Road, Cherry Burton, HU17 7RP

What’s On Offer: Milk, Eggs

Website: https://www.cherryviewmilk.co.uk

Cow Corner Milk

Address: Norton House Farm, Pickhill, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4JG

What’s On Offer: Milk

Website: https://cowcornermilk.co.uk

Hauxley Farm

Address: High Hauxley, NE65 0JW

What’s On Offer: Milk

Website: https://www.hauxleyfarmdairy.co.uk

Home Farm Milk

Address: Elwick, Hartlepool, TS27 3EF

What’s On Offer: Milk, Eggs

Website: https://www.facebook.com/homefarmmilk/

Morwick Dairy

Address: Morpeth, NE65 9DG

What’s On Offer: Milk

Website: https://morwickdairy.co.uk

Ox Close Farm

Address: Durham, DH6 1NH

What’s On Offer: Milk

Website: https://m.facebook.com/oxclosefarm/

Unsure about Raw Milk? Have a look at https://www.food.gov.uk/safety-hygiene/raw-drinking-milk for guidance.

Have you tried milk from a vending machine before? Or are you tempted to give it a go after reading this? Let me know in the comments what your thoughts are.

What Is Boba And Where Can I Get It In & Around The North East?

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A quick guide to the quirky, TikTok and Insta famous drink from Taiwan that’s taking the region by storm.

Evie, one of the North East’s biggest boba fans, making the most of Tealive’s lush swing

What Is It?

Boba, Bubble Tea, Pearl Milk Tea, Tapioca Tea – whatever name you’ve heard it called, in it’s most basic form, the drink consists of black tea, milk, ice and chewy tapioca pearls all shaken together and served with the famously oversized straw.

The huge selection of boba on offer at Bubble Cha

What Does It Taste Like?

Sweet, refreshing and delicious with little popping balls that add a totally unique texture. Bubble Tea comes in many different flavours so you can pick and choose which you prefer.

Evie enjoying one of Manhua Cha’s specials

How Do I Order?

• Choose your base (either milk or fruit)

• Pick your topping (usually popping bubbles or jelly chunks)

• Make it yours (adjust the sweetness & amount of ice/serve it hot or cold)

The recently opened Bubble Ci-Tea’s setup

Where Can I Get It?

Below are a list of places we’ve visited to get our boba fix;

Bubble Cha, Newcastle

Address: 52 Stowell Street, NE1 4XQ

Opening Times: Daily from 11am until 8:30pm

Prices: from £3.20

Menu Highlight: Passion Fruit Tea

Our Thoughts: Located right in the heart of Newcastle’s China Town, Bubba Cha is our favourite place to grab a bubble tea – lovely staff, huge menu choice and excellent drinks

Website: http://www.bubble-cha.com

Bubble Ci-Tea, Gateshead

Address: Lower Red Mall, Metro Centre

Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 9am – 7pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm

Prices: from £3.35

Menu Highlight: White Peach Fruit Tea

Our Thoughts: Disappointingly, every time we’ve visited, they haven’t had any boba

Website: https://bubblecitea.com/

Lucky Cat Boba, Sunderland

Address: Unit 1, Park Lane, SR1 3NX

Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday 11am – 6pm, Sunday 11am – 5pm

Prices: from £3.50

Menu Highlight: Watermelon Fruit Tea

Our Thoughts: Lucky Cat Boba is Sunderlands only Bubble Tea shop, with canny staff and speedy service

Website: http://luckycatboba.com

Manhua Cha, Newcastle

Address: Unit 15, STACK

Opening Times: TBC

Prices: from £3.75

Menu Highlight: Their Daily Specials

Our Thoughts: As well as selling Boba, Manhua Cha have a great selection in their Sweet Shop section. They also offer Bubble Tea kits so you can make their drinks at home

Website: https://www.manhuacha.com/

Sing Tea Bubble Tea, Middlesbrough

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Tealive, Newcastle

Address: 7 Nelson Street, NE1 5AN

Opening Times: Daily from 12 noon until 7pm

Prices: from £4

Menu Highlight: Mango Iced Tea

Our Thoughts: Lush little place but we have found service to be on the slow side so lots of queuing and waiting

Website: https://instagram.com/tealive.newcastle

Utepia Milk Tea, Durham

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Website: https://utepia-tea.business.site/

Yi Fang, Newcastle

Address: 10A Northumberland Road, NE1 8JF

Opening Times: Daily from 12 noon until 8pm

Prices: from £4.15

Menu Highlight: Passion Fruit Green Tea

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Website: https://www.yifangtea.co.uk

Are you a bubble tea fan? Where’s your go-to place to visit to get those little popping balls? Let me know in the comments

All Kinds Of “Kids Eat…” Deals

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If you want to enjoy eating out during the Summer Holidays while watching the pennies, check out these “Kids Eat…” deals currently available.

Details are correct at time of publishing. Always check direct with the venue that the deal is still running before planning a visit.

North East Independent Businesses

Anglers Arms, Choppington

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for £1 with every adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Monday to Friday throughout the Summer Holidays

Any Restrictions: The offer excludes the “Beer Bait” menu and is valid on the Little Kids menu only. The deal can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/anglersarmssheepwashbank

Barringtons, Bedlington

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for free with every adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday between 10am – 1pm

Any Restrictions: Main to be purchased from the breakfast, panini, wrap or burger menu

Further Details: https://m.facebook.com/barringtonsfood/

Budha Lounge, Tynemouth

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for free with every adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Every day between 12 – 5pm

Any Restrictions: Children aged under 13 only

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/buddhaloungetynemouth/

The Hudson, Newcastle

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for free with every two course adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Monday to Friday

Any Restrictions: Children aged under 12 only

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/thehudsonncl/

Porky’s, Bebside & Low Fell

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for free with every adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: All day Monday to Thursday and until 5pm on Friday

Any Restrictions: Children aged under 10 only

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/porkysblyth/

Secret Garden, Seaton Delaval

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for £1

When Is The Deal Available: Monday to Thursday 12 – 5pm

Any Restrictions: TBC

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/SDSecretGarden/

The South Beach, Blyth

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for £1 with every adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Monday – Friday

Any Restrictions: TBC

Further Details: https://www.facebook.com/TheSouthBeachAtBlyth/

UK Chains

Brewers Fayre (Breakfast)

What’s The Deal: Free breakfast for two children aged 15 and under when purchasing a £8.99 adult breakfast

When Is The Deal Available: Everyday 7.00am until 10.30am

Any Restrictions: This offer only applies to Brewers Fayre restaurants situated next to Premier Inn hotels

Further Details: https://www.brewersfayre.co.uk/en-gb/terms-and-conditions

Hungry Horse (Breakfast)

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for free with every adult breakfast purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Everyday during the Summer holidays from 8am – 12 noon

Any Restrictions: TBC

Further Details: https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/tyne-and-wear/walls-end/kids-eat-free

Hungry Horse

What’s The Deal: Up to two children can eat for £1 with every full paying adult

When Is The Deal Available: Every Monday

Any Restrictions: Offer includes main meal only, excludes starters, desserts or drinks. Not available in conjunction with any other promotion

Further Details: https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/deals/kids-eat-for-1/

Morrisons

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for free with every paying adult

When Is The Deal Available: 3pm – close every day

Any Restrictions: Adult meal must be over the value of £4.50

Further Details: https://my.morrisons.com/kids-eat-free—tscs/

Sizzling Pubs

What’s The Deal: Kids eat for £1 with every adult meal purchased

When Is The Deal Available: Monday to Friday, 3pm-7pm

Any Restrictions: No voucher needed and booking is advisable. All food must be ordered at the same time. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with the breakfast or any other offer or the set menu.

Further Details: https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/offers/kids-eat-for-1pound

If you see any other “Kids Eat…” offers, whether from a North East Independent Business or a UK Chain, let me know in the comments

Looking for budget friendly days out in the North East, check out https://northeasteats.home.blog/2021/07/29/north-east-family-days-out-summer-deals/ and https://northeasteats.home.blog/2021/08/03/free-events-taking-place-throughout-the-summer-in-and-around-the-north-east/

Popular Patisseries From Around The North East

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One of my favourite pastimes – sitting with a cup of coffee and a sweet treat watching the world go by. Below is a list of places I love to visit to indulge myself.

Blackberries Patisserie, Houghton-Le-Spring

Address: 4 Imperial Buildings, DH4 4DJ

About: Houghton-Le-Springs home of handmade, high quality patisserie goods

Currently Open: Tuesday to Friday 11am-5pm and Saturday 10am-5pm for takeaway only

Price Range: £

We Recommend: The Strawberry & Mascarpone Cream Tart

Website: https://m.facebook.com/BlackberriesPatisserie/

Sweet treats available at Blackberries Patisserie

Cake Stories, Jesmond

Address: 12 Brentwood Avenue, NE2 3DH

About: Opened in 2015, Cake Stories’ famous cake cabinet is always stocked with loads of cakes, brownies and bakes. Perfect with a coffee, tea, a glass of wine or a craft ale.

Currently Open: 7 days a week until 6pm for outdoor dining and takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: Biscoff Rocky Road

Website: https://www.cakestories.com/

Dreamworld Cakes, Ouseburn

Address: Arch 3, Stepney Bank, NE1 2NP

About: An independent, family run business offering beautiful and delicious continental patisserie items.

Currently Open: Wednesday to Sunday from 10am for outdoor dining and takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: The Oreo Choux

Website: https://www.dreamworldcakes.co.uk/

Sweet treats available at Dreamworld Cakes

Grants, Corbridge

Address: 1 Market Place, NE45 5AW

About: An award winning craft bakery with a mission to become the best quality bakery in the North East

Currently Open: Daily for takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: Toffee & Hazelnut Tart

Website: https://grantsbakery.co.uk/

Les Petit Choux, Newcastle

Address: 11 Leazes Crescent, NE1 4LN

About: Les Petits Choux is a family-run coffee shop & patisserie owned by a mum and her two daughters. Everything is lovingly hand made on site using only the freshest and finest ingredients to give exceptional quality.

Currently Open: Monday to Saturday from 10am for outdoor dining and takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: Lemon Meringue Tart

Website: http://www.les-petits-choux.co.uk

Sweet treats available at Les Petit Choux

Paticake Patisserie, Sunderland

Address: 3 Thornhill Crescent, SR2 7AP

About: The place in Sunderland for handmade luxury confectionery

Currently Open: Daily for outdoor dining and takeaway

Price Range: £

We Recommend: Sticky Toffee Cake

Website: https://m.facebook.com/paticakepatisserie/

Sweet treats available at Paticake Patisserie

Patisserie Valerie, Durham

Address: 38 High Street, DH1 3UL

About: Operating for almost 100 years, Patisserie Valerie have 67 patisseries throughout the UK. They offer everything from whole cakes to delicate patisserie as well as their famous Afternoon Teas.

Currently Open: Daily for takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: Coffee Choux Bun

Website: https://www.patisserie-valerie.co.uk/

Sweet treats available at Patisserie Valerie

Pet Lamb, Newcastle

Address: Unit 19 Grainger Arcade, NE1 5QF

About: Opened in 2012, Pet Lamb offer goods that’s are always freshly baked on site in the heart of the Grainger Market

Currently Open: For takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: Nutella Brownies

Website: https://www.petlambpatisserie.com/

Secrettaart, Newcastle

Address: Pilgrim Street, NE1 6QG

About: Recently opened in STACK Newcastle, Secrettaart owner, Patricia Marques, is passionate about creating elegant, luxury, edible gifts that will leave a lasting memory for every customer

Currently Open: Monday to Saturday for takeaway

Price Range: £££

We Recommend: Macarons

Website: https://www.secrettaart.com/

Valeries Tearoom, Whitley Bay

Address: Spanish City, NE26 1BG

About: Taking diners back to 1910 (the start of Spanish City’s journey), Valeries Tearoom offers a selection of teas, coffees, juices, smoothies, pastries, muffins and cakes as well as sandwiches, salads, quiches and a full breakfast menu

Currently Open: Daily for outdoor dining and takeaway

Price Range: ££

We Recommend: Coffee & Walnut Slice

Website: https://spanishcity.co.uk/valeries-tearoom/

Sweet treats available at Valeries Tearoom

Where do you enjoy visiting for coffee and cake? Let me know in the comments

Scrumptious Sunday Lunches From Around The North East

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Whether it’s homemade or chef prepared, I love a Sunday Roast. I think it might be my favourite meal; roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, vegetables and meat covered in gravy – perfect combination.

Below are a list of North East places that I think are serving up the best Sunday Dinners (try not to drool while reading)

Branches, Jesmond

Address: 9 Osborne Road, Jesmond, NE2 2AE

Mains Options: Roasted Sirloin of beef, roast loin of pork, chicken breast, spring vegetable risotto or pan roasted salmon and shellfish

Sunday Lunch Description: All mains are served with crispy roast potatoes, freshly made Yorkshire pudding, slow braised spiced red cabbage, crushed carrot and celeriac, cauliflower cheese and seasonal vegetables

Price: 1 Course £15.95, 2 Courses £22.95, 3 Coursed £25.95

Open For Diners At The Moment: ❌ Branches reopens on Monday, 17th May 2021

Offering Takeaway: ❌

Sunday Lunch from Branches (click the pic for venue website)

Babucho, Newcastle

Address: Lower Dean Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3JD

Mains Options: Roast beef, roast pork, roast chicken or leg of lamb

Sunday Lunch Description: All served with crisp roasties, market vegetables and Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course £14.95, 2 Courses £18.95, 3 Coursed £22.95

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: ✅

Sunday Lunch from Babucho (click the pic for venue website)

Cog & Wheel, Sandyford

Address: 131 Sandyford Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1QR

Mains Options: Roast chicken, spiced roast beef or vegan sausages

Sunday Lunch Description: Mains are served with braised red cabbage, honey glazed parsnips and carrots, broccoli, mash, rosemary and garlic roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course £11.95, 2 Courses £15

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: TBC

Sunday Lunch from Cog & Wheel (click the pic for venue website)

Davanti, Whitley Lodge

Address: 2 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Lodge, NE26 3HL

Mains Options: Sirloin of beef, roast chicken, pork belly or lamb shank

Sunday Lunch Description: Served with seasonal vegetables and homemade Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course £9.95, 2 Courses £13.95, 3 Coursed £17.95

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: ✅

Sunday Lunch from Davanti (click the pic for venue website)

The Impeccable Pig, Sedgefield

Address: Front St, Sedgefield, TS21 3AT

Mains Options: Roasted belly pork, roast chicken, roast sirloin of beef or roast leg of lamb

Sunday Lunch Description: All of the main courses are served with duck fat roast potatoes, mash, carrot & swede mash, seasonal greens, carrots and Yorkshire pudding

Price: 2 Courses £20, 3 Coursed £23

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: TBC

Sunday Lunch from The Impeccable Pig (click the pic for venue website)

The Merchants Tavern, St Peters Wharf

Address: 1 Saint Peter’s Wharf, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 1TZ

Mains Options: 12 hour slow roasted beef brisket, lemon and thyme chicken, grilled fillet of salmon or baked aubergine stuffed with cous cous

Sunday Lunch Description: Served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes

Price: 1 Course £10

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: ✅

Sunday Lunch from Merchants Tavern (click the pic for venue website)

The Mill House, Birtley

Address: Blackfell, Birtley, Chester-le-Street, DH3 1RE

Mains Options: Braised beef brisket, roasted pork loin, roast chicken, gammon, lamb shoulder, roast leg of lamb or nut roast

Sunday Lunch Description: Served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Price: 1 Course £12.45

Open For Dinners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: TBC

Sunday Lunch from The Mill House (click the pic for venue website)

The Owl & Otter, Burnopfield

Address: Mountsett, Burnopfield, NE16 6BA

Mains Options: Roast chicken, roast pork belly or roast topside of beef

Sunday Lunch Description: Lunches are served with roast potatoes, vegetables, mashed potato, stuffing & Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course £12.95

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: ✅

Sunday Lunch from The Owl & Otter (click the pic for venue website)

The Poachers Cottage, Callerton

Address: Armstrong Sreet, Callerton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 1NQ

Mains Options: Roast chicken, roast beef or roast pork

Sunday Lunch Description: Served with fresh seasonal vegetables and Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course £8.15

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: TBC

Signatures, Sunderland

Address: 28 Wynyard Street, Silksworth, Sunderland, SR3 1HP

Mains Options: Beef, pork, chicken or lamb

Sunday Lunch Description: Served with creamy mashed potato, turnip, roast potatoes, carrots, parsnips, seasonal vegetables and Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course £8.95, 2 Courses £12.50, 3 Coursed £15.95

Open For Diners At The Moment: ❌ Signatures reopens on Wednesday, 19th May 2021

Offering Takeaway: ✅

Sunday Lunch from Signatures (click the pic for venue website)

The Ship Inn, Wylam

Address: Main Road, Wylam, NE41 8AQ

Mains Options: Slow roasted pork belly, rosemary & garlic leg of lamb or roast sirloin

Sunday Lunch Description: Lunches are served with Yorkshire pudding and fresh vegetables

Price: 1 Course from £14

Open For Diners At The Moment: ✅

Offering Takeaway: TBC

Sunday Lunch from The Ship Inn (click the pic for venue website)

The Skiff Inn, Swalwell

Address: Clasper Way, Swalwell, Gateshead, NE16 3BE.

Mains Options: Roast beef, pork belly, roast chicken or lamb

Sunday Lunch Description: Served with vegetables, roast potatoes and Yorkshire pudding

Price: 1 Course from £10.75

Open For Diners At The Moment: ❌ The Skiff Inn reopens on Monday, 17th May 2021

Offering Takeaway: ✅

Sunday Lunch from The Skiff Inn (click the pic for venue website)

Where’s your go-to place to grab a roast? Let me know in the comments

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North East Outdoor Markets

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As Lockdown Restrictions begin to ease, and non-essential shops are allowed to reopen, our favourite Outdoor Markets are back in business.

Alnwick Market

About: A weekly market in Alnwick’s Market Square plus a once a month Farmers Market. The traders offer a vibrant mix of food, drink, crafts and more.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Every Thursday & Saturday Plus The Last Friday Of Every Month

Returns: Thursday, 15th April 2021

Website: https://www.groupegeraud.co.uk/market/alnwick-market/

Blaydon Food Market

About: A new market in the great setting of Blaydon Rugby Club offering a range of top notch street food, baked goods, preserves, local meats and cheeses, artisan wines and spirits.

Entry Cost: Adults £1, Under 14’s FREE

Held: Once A Month

Returns: Saturday, 17th April 2021

Website: https://www.facebook.com/3rdspaceevents/

Brampton Farmers Market

About: A monthly market that runs from outside the Moot Hall.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Last Saturday Of The Month

Returns: January 2021

Website: https://www.sustainablebrampton.org/projects/brampton-farmers-market/meet-the-market/

Chester-Le-Street Monthly Market

About: Gift stalls, local produce, cakes & bakes, street food, antiques and collectibles

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: First Friday & Saturday Of The Month

Returns: Saturday, 1st May 2021

Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/988033831225737/?ref=share

Durham Outdoor Market

About: Held in Durham’s historic Market Place, this pop up market is a great addition to the permanent indoor market that operates alongside it.

Entry Cost: FREE

Held: Every Saturday

Returns: Saturday, 17th April 2021

Website: https://durhammarkets.co.uk/

Hexham Farmers Market

About: Hexham Farmers Market is a long established market in the heart of the historic town of Hexham in Northumberland. The producers come from within a 50 mile range of the town and they are all passionate about what they do. They make the products themselves using a high percentage of locally produced ingredients.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Fortnightly

Returns: Saturday, 24th April 2021

Website: https://www.hexhamfarmersmarket.co.uk/market-dates/

Jesmond Food Market

About: Bringing together the very best food and drink producers from across the North East of England on Armstrong Bridge, Jesmond.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Fortnightly

Returns: Saturday, 17th April 2021

Website: https://jesmondfoodmarket.co.uk/

Lanchester’s Monthly Farmers Market

About: A recently launched monthly market held at The Kings Head Hotel.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Last Sunday Of Every Month

Returns: Sunday, 28th March 2021

Website: https://fb.me/e/49SVsUPe7

Low Fell Food Market

About: An exciting monthly food and drinks market held at Saltwell Park, Gateshead.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Monthly

Returns: Saturday, 17th April

Website: https://www.facebook.com/LowFellFoodMarket/

Quayside Sunday Market

About: Sunday Market held on Newcastle’s Quayside

Entry Cost: FREE

Held: Every Sunday

Returns: Sunday, 18th April 2021

Website: https://www.facebook.com/Newcastle-Quayside-Sunday-Market-156612674483853/

Tynemouth Market

About: A vibrant weekend market held in Tynemouth’s Metro Station.

Entry Cost: FREE

Held: Every Weekend

Returns: Saturday, 17th April 2021

Website: https://tynemouthmarkets.com/

Wilde Farm Market

About: Held at Ponteland’s Memorial Hall, Wilde Farm Market offers food, drink and artisan products from local traders.

Entry Cost: TBC

Held: Fortnightly

Returns: March 2021

Website: https://www.facebook.com/WildeFarmPonteland/

Beautiful Bao Buns In And Around The North East

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Bao Buns. Maybe you’ve heard of them, maybe you haven’t (if you have, skip to the next section). Baos are a popular street food originating in Taiwan. They consist of meat (or vegetarian alternative), vegetables and condiments sandwiched between a flat steamed bread known as lotus leaf bread. A good bao is warm, fluffy and slightly sweet. Delicious!

I’m a huge fan of baos and have tried (almost) all of those listed below. If you fancy giving baos a go, here are my recommendations:

Bao Down, Grainger Market & STACK Seaburn

About: Serving bao buns, gyozas and fries in the Grainger Market and STACK Seaburn.

Price: 2 Baos For £7.50

Menu Highlight: I haven’t experienced Bao Down yet but the Sticky Teriyaki Chicken sounds like a must try

Website: https://www.facebook.com/baodownnewcastle/

Don’t Stop Me Bao, Cramlington

About: A bao bun pop up working out of Kings Snax, Astley Business Park

Price: From £5

Menu Highlight: The guest appearances on the specials menus and the duck fries

Website: https://www.facebook.com/dontstopmebao/

Dumpling & Bun, Grainger Market

About: A proper hidden gem nestled away in the Grainger Market. Dumpling & Bun proudly serve freshly handmade dumplings, stuffed buns & noodle soups plus high quality green teas.

Price: Stuffed buns are from £1.50 each

Menu Highlight: Pork & Cabbage

Website: https://www.facebook.com/dumplingandbun/

Image from Dumpling & Bun’s Instagram Page

Kogarashi Newcastle, Quayside Market

About: Inspired by Asian flavours, Kogarashi offers a variety of tasty steamed snacks

Price: 2 Baos For £5

Menu Highlight: Pork Belly Bao

Website: https://www.facebook.com/kogarashifood/

Pablo Eggs-Go-Bao, Newcastle & Whitley Bay

About: Breakfast and brunch covered – Pablo Eggs-Go-Bao is open daily serving fusion fun in a bun

Price: From £5

Menu Highlight: The Breakfast Bao – crispy hash brown beneath sausage patty topped with melty cheese, soft omelette and a slightly spicy & sweet sauce. All nestled into a super soft, warm, big, bouncy bao bun

Website: https://www.eggsgobao.com/

Image from Pablo Eggs-Go-Bao’s Instagram Page

Umai Mi, Eldon Square

About: The chic, pan Asian restaurant, that draws in bold flavours from the orient with a contemporary twist, has recently launched their Make-It-At-Home Bao Kits.

Price: The £10 kit comes with everything you need to make 3 Baos

Menu Highlight: Pulled Beef

Website: https://www.umaimi.co.uk/

If you’re feeling creative and want to make your own bao fillings, check out Wing Hong Cash & Carry on George Street in Newcastle. They sell loads of frozen, pre-made steamed buns. We bought a bag for a couple of £, deep fried them and made dessert baos – they were flippin’ lush!

Incredible Ice Cream Parlours In And Around The North East

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Here in the North East, we might not always be basking in glorious sunshine but a cone filled with delicious ice cream can be enjoyed regardless of the weather. Evie & Harry are massive ice cream fiends and any day out usually includes a frozen treat. Below are a list of our favourite parlours around the region:

Details correct at time of publishing. Pricing and opening hours are subject to change.

Ciccarelli, Blyth

The Gregorio family have been in the ice cream business since 1966. All of their gelato is made on site using ingredients sourced from Italy and milk & cream from the local dairy

How much for a small cone? From £2.40

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am-8pm and Sunday 9am-7pm

Parking: Yes, Mermaid Carpark has over 200 free spaces.

Points of interest close by: Blyth Beach, Blyth Battery, Beach Huts, Play Park

Website: https://m.facebook.com/coastlineciccarelliofficial

Delaval Ices/Arrighis, Seaton Delaval

Serving traditional homemade Italian ice cream since 1925

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11am-6pm and Saturday, Sunday 10am-6pm

Parking: Street parking outside

Points of interest close by: Seaton Delaval Hall

Website: http://www.arrighis-ice-cream.co.uk

Di Meo’s, Whitley Bay

Award winning Italian ice cream

How much for a small cone? From £2.60

Parking: None immediately outdoor/next to but there are carparks at Spanish City and at the Playhouse

Opening times: Monday to Thursday 10am-8pm and Friday to Sunday 9am-8:30pm

Points of interest close by: Whitley Bay Beach, Spanish City, Play Park

Website: https://www.dimeos.co.uk

Dibbley’s, Tynemouth

Dibbley’s Gelato is made with authentic Italian flavours. Each week they add guest flavours to their menu so always check with the team what’s new this week

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Daily between 9am-5pm

Parking: Street parking outside

Points of interest close by: Tynemouth Park, Longsands Beach

Website: https://dibbleystynemouth.business.site

Doddington Dairy Milk Bar, Wooler

Serving the famous and award winning Doddington Dairy ice creams which are made down the road from their own cow’s milk

How much for a small cone? From £2

Opening times: Daily between 8am-5pm

Parking: Yes, parking is available along the river

Points of interest close by: The town of Wooler

Website: http://www.doddingtonmilkbar.co.uk

Giacopazzi’s, Eyemouth

The long established, family run business serves up multi-award winning ice creams or sorbet which is made fresh each day on the premises.

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Sunday to Thursday 12-7pm and Friday & Saturday 12-8pm

Parking: Town Centre parking available, lots of street parking is residents permit only

Points of interest close by: Eyemouth Harbour

Website: https://www.giacopazzis.co.uk

Lickety Split, Seaham

Dishing up their artisan, multi award winning ice cream (which is produced on the premises) alongside ingredients and products from the local area and across the globe, Lickety Split’s 1950’s inspired diner is something really special

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Monday to Friday 11am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

Parking: Yes, parking is available across the green

Points of interest close by: Seaham Beach & Tommy The Soldier

Website: http://www.lickety-split.co.uk

Mimis Ice Cream Emporium, Gosforth

High quality ice cream cafe in Gosforth

How much for a small cone? From £2.75

Opening times: Daily 2-6pm

Parking: Yes, there is a carpark directly outside

Points of interest close by: Weetslade Country Park

Website: https://mimis-ice-cream-emporium.business.site

Morwick Dairy Ice Cream, Morpeth

Traditional farmhouse dairy ice cream with an Italian twist

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Daily 12-4pm

Parking: Yes, there is an on-site carpark

Points of interest close by: Morwick Farm and play area

Website: https://morwickdairy.co.uk

Spurreli, Amble

Opulent ice cream made on the premises

How much for a small cone? From £2.70

Opening times: Daily 10am-5pm

Parking: Car park and street parking available

Points of interest close by: Amble Marina and Amble Harbour

Website: https://www.spurreli.com

Toney Minchella, South Shields

Based in South Shields, Toney Minchella is an independently owned manufacturer of multi-award winning ice cream products. Gathering fans world wide, and locally, the Minchella name has become well established in South Shields, synonymous with delicious ice cream.

How much for a small cone? From £1.80

Opening times: Various but the outlets are open 7 days a week

Parking: Yes, all of Minchella’s retail outlets have parking within walking distance

Points of interest close by: South Shield’s Beaches, Marine Park, Funfair

Website: https://www.toneyminchella.co.uk

Wheelbirks, Stocksfield

Dairy farming was first introduced to Wheelbirks in 1925. The Wheelbirks herd of pedigree Jerseys are the oldest established and the only pedigree herd in Northumberland. It’s their milk that is used to produce Wheelbirks Ice Cream on site, at the farm

How much for a small cone? From £2.30

Opening times: Daily 12:30-5pm

Parking: Yes, there is a car park on site

Points of interest close by: Wheelbirks Farm

Website: http://www.wheelbirks.co.uk

So, where’s your favourite place to grab a scoop or two? Let me know in the comments

Sharing this ice cream van cake I made last year just because

Coffee Shops With Outdoor Seating Areas In And Around The North East

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On Monday, 12th April 2021, government guidelines change meaning hospitality venues can reopen their outdoor seating areas to the public. For me, you can keep your pints and your beer gardens but sitting in a coffee shop with a hot drink watching the world goes by is one of the things I’ve really, really missed.

Below, are a few of my favourite coffee shops who are preparing to welcome us back soon.