Peek-a-Brew play cafƩ opened in Seaton Carew, Hartlepool
Rebecca Elsdon, 35, and Laura Shaw, 34, both from Hartlepool, are the co-owners of Peek-a-Brew at Seaton Reach in Seaton Carew. The pair, who previously worked in primary education, wanted to channel their experience into something that would support childrenās development while also building a strong community for parents. Laura Shaw, 34, and Rebecca Elsdon,…
Emotions run high as Bishop cafe marks end of an era
Customers say the decision threatens the loss of a valued community space and a rare place to pause, chat and recharge amid daily errands. Many believe the shift towards a āgrab and goā model may look good on paper, but fails to reflect how the cafĆ© is used in practice. On a recent Northern Echo…
Dorothy Dinsdale of Seaham publishes ‘Gran’s Mince Pot’ recipe
Dorothy Dinsdale, who lives at Cedar Court Residential and Nursing Home, in Seaham, is one of the contributors featured in Sanctuary Careās cookbook, A Lifetime of Flavours: Celebrating Food, Family and the Lives Behind Beloved Recipes. The cookbook includes 42 recipes from care home residents across the UK, all aged between 70 and 105. Miss…
Dorothy Dinsdale of Seaham publishes ‘Gran’s Mince Pot’ recipe
Dorothy Dinsdale, who lives at Cedar Court Residential and Nursing Home, in Seaham, is one of the contributors featured in Sanctuary Careās cookbook, A Lifetime of Flavours: Celebrating Food, Family and the Lives Behind Beloved Recipes. The cookbook includes 42 recipes from care home residents across the UK, all aged between 70 and 105. Miss…
Umami World Kitchen to open restaurant in Middlesbrough
Umami World Kitchen has been announced as the latest firm moving into the redeveloped Captain Cook Square in the town centre.Ā The restaurant firm, which is part of the COSMO Group, is known for serving up a mixture of Chinese, Italian, Indian, and Malaysian dishes at its all you can eat buffets. It describes itself…
Umami World Kitchen to open restaurant in Middlesbrough
Umami World Kitchen has been announced as the latest firm moving into the redeveloped Captain Cook Square in the town centre.Ā The restaurant firm, which is part of the COSMO Group, is known for serving up a mixture of Chinese, Italian, Indian, and Malaysian dishes at its all you can eat buffets. It describes itself…
Umami World Kitchen to open restaurant in Middlesbrough
Umami World Kitchen has been announced as the latest firm moving into the redeveloped Captain Cook Square in the town centre.Ā The restaurant firm, which is part of the COSMO Group, is known for serving up a mixture of Chinese, Italian, Indian, and Malaysian dishes at its all you can eat buffets. It describes itself…
Trenchers at Spanish City in Whitley Bay serves ‘best’ curry
Trenchers, in the Spanish City in Whitley Bay, offers a dining experience in an elegant Edwardian-style setting, complete with live music. The elegant Edwardian-style restaurant was recognised in the 2026 Fry Awards, which celebrate excellence in fish and chip takeaways and restaurants nationwide. It currently holds a 4.0 rating on TripAdvisor, with diners regularly commending…
All the confirmed deals for Darlington Restaurant Week 2026
The event, running from February 20 to 27, gives food lovers the opportunity to explore some of the town’s best eateries with exclusive deals and curated menus. From Pan-Asian flavours to classic British comfort food, 22 venues across Darlington are taking part, each offering their own unique dining experiences as part of the biannual event….
All the confirmed deals for Darlington Restaurant Week 2026
The event, running from February 20 to 27, gives food lovers the opportunity to explore some of the town’s best eateries with exclusive deals and curated menus. From Pan-Asian flavours to classic British comfort food, 22 venues across Darlington are taking part, each offering their own unique dining experiences as part of the biannual event….