The New Inn is a country pub just outside of Leeds. It’s recently changed landlords, and with that change came new Head Chef, Karl Sowry (formerly of The Fleece in Otley). I hadn’t tried the menu before he took over, but last weekend, I went along with these two rascals to see what’s currently on offer. The […]
Myself and Darren Cronian (Bee Local Media) are running a workshop all about how to make an impact online to support your business. It’s in Leeds, 1 – 4pm, 8th May 2014. If you, or anyone you know could do with some support on this, then please have a gander! It’s going to be an informal, […]
I have been a little distracted recently, as I’ve been working on a new project with fellow food fan, Nick Copland. We’ve been setting up Leeds Food & Drink Association, which has the aim of promoting Leeds as a city that is passionate about great food and drink. It’s exciting times. We have incredible members […]
I love the concept of having a proper American diner in Leeds. Milkshakes and burgers on tap – relaxed, fun, grab-a-bite food that might make you feel a little like you’re in Grease or Happy Days. (Or maybe a more current and infinitely cooler programme that you might watch.) I was a bit overly excited […]
Launching People is a new television show hoping to nurture food lovers, film makers, musicians and photographers and to launch their talent and ideas. This is a large skill set to cover though, so the show is using experienced pros to guide entrants in each area. The famous four on board are pop-up chef and Sunday Times […]
Having only been to Trio once before (rather late on a Friday night, after a party and before home), I didn’t realise that it even had a food offering, never mind that it is so strong. My impressions were somewhat limited and a little hazy… so when I was invited back to try some new dishes I […]
We took a trip to Pateley Bridge for a bit of adventure, fresh air, and walk along the river… The drive over is beautiful. It takes you through Nidderdale, which is a stunning part of the Yorkshire Dales. Pateley Bridge itself is a gorgeous rural town; I’m hesitant to say quaint, as it can sound […]
This year we banished all traces of turkey through the festive season and chose goose as our feasting centrepiece on Christmas Day. We ordered it weeks in advance from Swillington Organic Farm, which produces high quality, organic and free range meat that you know has been reared properly; animal welfare is at the core of […]
Harvey Nichols would not normally be my first port of call for Christmas shopping. I shudder at the sight of the store in Leeds, only because I assume that every single item within its doors can only be bought with a bar of gold. I was asked to review a food Christmas gift item though, […]
What’s better than Christmas? Christmas with CAKE. And when I say that, I am definitely NOT talking about your traditional Christmas cake. I can’t stand the ruddy stuff, which is annoying as I love all things festive. But festive bakes (mince pies, christmas pudding, stollen etc.) are just not for me. It’s ok though, there […]