Category: Lifestyle

Taste of China Cockfield, based at 52 Front Street in Cockfield, Teesdale, confirmed the closure in a message to customers, saying: “Hi everyone, Taste of China will not be open until further notice because a family emergency has occurred. “Sorry for any inconvenience and we hope everyone has a Happy New Year. Thanks.” The Chinese…

The Flipped Burger Co. in Hamsterley, which specialised in smash burgers, loaded fries and homemade chicken tenders, closed on Sunday (December 28). Owner Lewis Charlton, who has been a chef for 17 years and opened his burger shop three yers ago, said it was a difficult decision, contributed to by rising costs and the location…

Isla on North Road in Durham is known for its “truly outstanding” brunch such as slow-cooked ham hock and “magnificent” giant crumpets, all brought to you from the team behind Coarse. The Good Food Guide named it one of the top eateries for 2025 due to its “easy-going vibe” and “super-sweet staff”. A recent customer…

The Old Post Office in Haworth is where “everything is just a little bit special” according to The Yorkshireman, thanks to its seasonal winter and autumn dishes full of “hearty flavour and local ingredients.” The café on Main Street has a remarkable link with history in the village too, as it still has the original…

This includes the likes of Corbridge in Northumberland near Hexham, which is bursting with “twinkly winter streets” at this time of year. Customer reviews on TripAdvisor have revealed some of the best-rated restaurants in this charming village. Here are five of the best places to eat in Corbridge according to TripAdvisor reviews: Black Bull Located…

Premier Express- Gladstone Street Premier Express Shop on Gladstone Street will be open from 9am until 9pm offering groceries and everyday items for people who may have forgotten something or need supplies during the day. 2025 marks the tenth year of Babul’s Festive Feed (Image: BABUL’S) Babul’s Darlington Babul’s Darlington will be hosting its Festive…

Carl Wilson, a former hotel head chef, will be spending the festive season aboard the energy industry supply ship Erda. The 40-year-old will be responsible for feeding a crew of 51 while the ship carries out decommissioning work on a disused oil platform off the coast of Rotterdam. He left home earlier this month after…

I’m not a big drinker, but a couple of years ago, I challenged myself to go without booze for the month. The aim was to start my New Year on a fresh slate – leaning into my Resolution for the year of prioritising my health. The result: I’ve never thought about alcohol more in my…

I’m not a big drinker, but a couple of years ago, I challenged myself to go without booze for the month. The aim was to start my New Year on a fresh slate – leaning into my Resolution for the year of prioritising my health. The result: I’ve never thought about alcohol more in my…

Zak and Shuhel Ahmed, owners of Babul’s on Skinnergate, opened the restaurant from 11am to those in need or alone. Zak said: “It went really well, it was very well organised, so a big kudos to all the volunteers. Shuhel and Zak with friends and family (Image: BABUL’S) “It was a full-house and people just…