Category: Lifestyle

Italian ‘wine bar and restaurant’ Veeno took over the former Pizza Punks unit there back in September, and had been on my list of places to visit ever since. Couple Dan and Donna Lewis, who formerly managed the clubhouse at Bishop Auckland rugby club, took over the former pizzeria and opened Veeno, and have created…

Nikkie Lewis, 51, is the owner of Spud Queen on Faverdale Industrial Estate. Nikkie, who is originally from Blackpool, revealed her inspiration for the van and how the idea came about. She said: “I was watching TikToks of the Spud Bros and Spudman and thought I’d love to have a little spud van. I looked…

The popular venue announced the news as it prepares to mark its first birthday on Exchange Square next week on December 10. Footfall numbers have revealed that a staggering 300,000 people have walked through the doors of the entertainment spot in just 12 months. STACK chief executive Neill Winch said it was “just the beginning…

The guide, in its 35th year, is based on diner feedback rather than inspectors’ assessments. Two North East restaurants also ranked in the national Top 100, while North East-wide, a total of 49 venues made the prestigious guide. The eight County Durham restaurants to make the guide for 2026 are: The Bay Horse, Hurworth A…

Julie Rowland and Corell Keller can hardly keep up with demand for their baked tatties, selling out on their first two days open this week. Inspired by ‘SpudTok’ craze of social media users sharing their jackets on TikTok, the 51-year-old decided to take the leap and set up her very own business on the industrial estate…

She says: “Most directors don’t actually realize that HMRC really encourage you to throw a Christmas party. “As long as you follow one rule, every limited company gets a £150 per head allowance for staff events that is completely tax free, that includes the food, the drink, the entertainment and even the travel home.” “But…

Inshanghai, a Chinese buffet, first opened in May 2007. It announced it will be known as KING Buffet Durham and will be under new management and ownership as of yesterday (December 1). Pictures taken today show the original signage remains on the building, but a new menu is posted outside. In a post on Facebook…

Do Yorkshire Puddings belong on the plate? One North East family claimed ‘there would be a riot’ if they were missed off, but some claimed they had no place at the festive dinner table. Every year, perhaps nothing divides local dinner tables as much as whether Yorkshire puddings are a Christmas staple or strictly reserved…

The GMB Union has warned there could be Christmas crisp shortages across the UK such as Hula Hoops, McCoy’s and Pom-Bear

Barnard Castle, perched on the banks of the River Tees in the heart of County Durham, was crowned one of the UK’s best market towns to visit earlier in 2025. Here are some of the best places in Barnard Castle to eat according to Tripadvisor reviews. Valentine’s Located at 11 Galgate, Valentine’s has a score…