By Liz Coggins on January 16, 2024
Food & Drink

High above the twinkling light of the city Crafthouse and Angelica are the epitome of what makes a stunning romantic restaurant location. For well over 10 years these two venues on the 5th and 6th floors respectively of The Trinity Centre have been the hottest ticket in town – and its easy to understand why. […]
By Liz Coggins on November 21, 2023
Food & Drink

The Great Yorkshire Vegan Christmas Festival takes place on Saturday 25 November and will feature over 80 fantastic stalls showcasing the very best of the vegan lifestyle and offering great ideas for Christmas gifts. As well as caterers and food and drink stalls, there will be a wide range of stalls offering skincare, make-up, candles, […]
By Liz Coggins on November 2, 2023
Food & Drink

Just over a 10 minute walk from the Minster you will find Pearly Cow – the new shining star of York’s restaurant scene. Part of the No1 by Guest House – a beautiful and stylish boutique hotel that languishes in a Grade II Georgian Townhouse, Pearly Cow is fast becoming the hottest dining ticket in […]
By Liz Coggins on October 16, 2023
Food & Drink

As a small child I can remember being taken by my mother and great aunt for afternoon tea at Collinson’s Café in King Edward Street. I can still recall the large oak doors, the marbled entrance with two large wooden painted figures, resplendent in their national dress, holding Collinson’s famous coffee and tea blends in […]
By Liz Coggins on September 27, 2023
Food & Drink, Uncategorized

If you haven’t dined at the Pizza Express in the Arena Quarter, Leeds then its time that you did. Pizza Express has come a long way over the years since it first opened in London in 1965. There is no better example than the Pizza Express in the Arena Quarter that equals any of the […]
By Liz Coggins on September 7, 2023
Food & Drink

Leeds City Centre has an amazing selection of different types of eateries but if you are looking for an establishment that’s fun, funky and has fabulous food then MEATliquor in Trinity is for you. MEATliquor has always been a fascinating place in every way and recently its undergone some impressive refurbishment – but thankfully nothing […]
By Liz Coggins on September 5, 2023
Food & Drink

This year Rosa’s Thai restaurants are celebrating 15 years and to celebrate has launched some new menu items. Chief Saiphin Moore opened her first restaurant on the site of an East End ‘caff’ called Rosa’s. Out of respect for the previous owner (as well as no money for a new signs) she chose to keep […]
By Liz Coggins on August 29, 2023
Food & Drink

It’s hard to imagine you are right in the centre of the city when you encapsulate yourself in the atmosphere and design of The Botanist. With its back to nature rustic and very clever design it is a vibrant but relaxing place with a touch of sophistication. The two outside terraces are beautifully lit, comfortable […]
By Liz Coggins on August 9, 2023
Food & Drink

Italians are passionate about their food and Gusto – the jewel in the crown of the city’s restaurants reflects this passion in their cuisine. Gusto in Greek Street is a place of Neopolitan excellence in both its contemporary Italian cuisine , ambiance and decor. Walk into Gusto and you feel you have found a little […]
By Liz Coggins on August 1, 2023
Food & Drink

Every street in York is crammed with historic pubs all telling their own stories and with their own past. But enter the Eagle and Child in High Petergate and you can tell this is different. As soon as you pass through the door there’s a real sense of history the envelopes you in this Grade […]