I found something really cool that I wanted to share with you all! I’ve been wanting to explore our local area more; not just foodie places, but also cultural events, historic sites, local community activities and more! And I stumbled across Nexus River Trips online. Have you heard of them before or been on oneContinue reading “Nexus River Trips”
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Top 5 Afternoon Teas in Newcastle
We are huge fans of Chloe’s blog New Girl In Toon and are constantly drooling over all the gorgeous places she has been for Afternoon Tea. We wanted some suggestions for the best afternoon teas in Newcastle, and Chloe seemed like the right girl to tell us all about it! We’re so happy to introduce herContinue reading “Top 5 Afternoon Teas in Newcastle”
Bonbar
Our guest blogger Laura has once again had a delicious time! We were delighted to be invited to Bonbar, the recently opened bar and restaurant located in the newly converted ground floor rooms of The Assembly Rooms, near Central Station. We were excited to see what they had done with the space and how BonbarContinue reading “Bonbar”
Fat Buddha (Newcastle)
Our guest blogger Laura was invited to try some Asian fusion cuisine at Fat Buddha. Be prepared for a mouth-watering review. Over the past few years, there’s been an increasing number of Asian restaurants popping up around Newcastle, many of which we’ve been tempted by, but simply haven’t had the time to try. One suchContinue reading “Fat Buddha (Newcastle)”
Great North Gluten-Free Fair
Following on from the success of the first ever Great North Gluten-Free Fair in 2013, the event is returning to CastleGate, in Newcastle city centre, for a second year on 26th April. Organised by TASTECLUB, which supports the people who make, serve and sell Great North food and drink, the event proves that gluten-free needn’t mean taste-free, withContinue reading “Great North Gluten-Free Fair”
Gusto
Our scobberlotch blogger Beth, and fellow friend Nialah, were invited for an evening of fine dining at the beautiful Gusto restaurant along the Quayside. As typical baked bean eating, Heinz tomato soup loving students, to be invited to an evening of what promised decadence, divine and delicious food was definitely something to be excited about andContinue reading “Gusto”
The Boiler Shop Steamer
The Boiler Shop Steamer is a monthly event held on the first Friday and Saturday of every month (so, if you haven’t realised already….it’s happening today!) The event celebrates local food & drink, music, art and culture and brings some of the best UK street vendors together to sell you deliciousness while you listen toContinue reading “The Boiler Shop Steamer”
Browns
Laura & Vinny, our fantastic guest bloggers, were invited to a dinner date at Browns Bar & Brasserie on Newcastle’s fashionable Grey Street. The moment we walked into Browns we were completely blown away by the beautiful decor and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant has a classic European brasserie feel, with live piano music and smartlyContinue reading “Browns”
Scalini’s (Jesmond)
Thank you to Laura, our fantastic guest blogger, for this review of the newly refurbished Scalini’s in Jesmond. We were delighted when Scalini’s in Jesmond invited us to go along and see their refurbished restaurant and sample some new dishes from their menu. An Italian restaurant on Osbourne Road surrounded by swanky bars, it’s aContinue reading “Scalini’s (Jesmond)”
Newcastle Restaurant Week: 27th Jan – 2nd Feb
I love Newcastle Restaurant Week. What a brilliant idea (I applaud you, whoever thought of it). Get the nation dining! Get them trying different restaurants and get them to do it all for either £10 or £15 per person. It’s fantastic. You can view the full list of restaurants participating here, and also find outContinue reading “Newcastle Restaurant Week: 27th Jan – 2nd Feb”
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