Why Not Try...Mammas Too Restaurant
This spacious, family-friendly Italian has been a fixture of the St. Annes dining scene for more than 15 years. There's a spacious bar area -- complete with Vespa scooter - and a dining room that comfortably seats 130. It's a great place for a celebr ...more
The Sugarvine BlogThe Restaurant Rules
In the Sunday Times recently food critic AA Gill positioned himself as Moses on the Mount and laid out his Ten Commandments for 'profitable dining' aimed at restaurateurs. To name but a few: 1. Do not open a restaurant because you love feeding peo ...see the full blog and reader comments
Ask The Chef Nigel Smith
Preston-born Nigel Smith worked in award-winning restaurants across the country before setting up his own Nigel Smith's Restaurant at Ribby Hall in Wrea Green. His career has included stints working with Albert Roux, Paul Heathcote and Anton Edelmann at the Savoy, as well as hosting his own TV series. Nigel has teamed up with Sugarvine to answer your cookery questions:
Ask Nigel Smith your question.Simon Rimmer once said you cannot always trust a restaurant that puts a 'V' vegetarian symbol next to a dish as these dishes will often contain non-vegetarian cheese, stocks, sauces and oils. In my limited catering experience (sandwich shop and outside caterers) I do have to agree with Simon with the general opinion of my superiors being that as long as the dish doesn't contain "real meat" then it is suitable for all. How much care do restaurants take to ensure all vegetarian dishes are actually suitable for vegetarians? - Denise
New On The VineLatest Sugarvine Venues
On sugarvine.com you can view profiles, photos, menus, wine lists and details of special events for many of Blackpool & Fylde restaurants, bars and pubs. Watch this space. . .
- New Norbreck Fish & Chips, Blackpool
- The Dilraj, St. Annes-On-Sea
- Henry's Bar and Grill, Lytham
- Punchbowl Country Pub & Restaurant, Garstang
- Gulshan Tandoori Takeaway, Layton
- Dahlia's Kitchen, Blackpool
- Vita, Blackpool
- Kays Knott End Chippy, Knott End
- Wah Wahs, Blackpool
- Leonardo, Blackpool
- Seniors, Lytham
- Click here to see more
The Gastrotourist Destination Restaurants
Some meals are worth a special journey. In The Gastrotourist we profile select destination restaurants from across the UK and beyond.
Ynyshir Hall, EglwysfachThe CriticsWhat The Papers Say
Yes, they might be London-centric and some of them don't even have all that much to say about the food -- but there's no denying that the restaurant critics do make for interesting reading. So for your vicarious dining pleasure we've brought together restaurant reviewers from the quality national papers.
AA Gill, Sunday Times
Jay Rayner, The Observer
Matthew Norman, The Guardian
Giles Coren, The Times
Jasper Gerard, The Telegraph
Sugarvine CompetitionFeeling Lucky?
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Special OffersDeals On Food & Rooms
Enjoy a great meal & save money with these special offers & deals at a selection of Blackpool & Fylde restaurants.
Online BookingBook Tables & Hotels
Book a Restaurant Table
Take the hassle out of making your restaurant reservation by booking online. It's simple and it's free -- just click on the link to browse the restaurants you can book in the Blackpool & Fylde area....more
Book a Local Hotel Room
If you're planning a special meal out, why not make a night of it? We can offer the best hotel deals, with discounts of up to 70%....more
Reader RecommendedHave Your Say
Enjoyed your last meal out? If so, write a restaurant recommendation on Sugarvine and we’ll give you a £20 discount on your first case of wine purchased from Virgin Wines.
Latest Recommendation:Lounge Bar, Blackpool
More information on Lounge Bar"I eat here at least once a week best place in Blackpool and the owners make you feel really welcome in fab surroundings 10 out of 10 excellent"
Events CalendarWhat’s On & Where
Your guide to upcoming events at restaurants, pubs & venues in the area.
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- Wednesday 17th March | Punchbowl Country Pub & Restaurant
Saint Patrick's Day Join us for our Folk Night with an Irish twist from 7pm. Guinness Promotion & Irish Supper. ...more
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- Thursday 18th March to Saturday 27th November
'Preserving The Nation' U.K. Tour Clippy is currently on tour with her unique 'Preserving the Nation' workshops at cookery schools across the U.K ...more
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- Thursday 25th March | Dahlia's Kitchen
All That Drag Come and join us for an evening of Fun and Laughter with the Famous Comedy Female Impersonator "Mr Vicky La Plume". Ful ...more
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- Thursday 25th March | Punchbowl Country Pub & Restaurant
An honour to Michael Bublѐ by Kai McKenzie Kai has been performing since he was ten years old. Since then, he has made a respected reputation for himself, has a gr ...more
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- Sunday 28th March | Olive Tree Brasserie
Comedy Evening Olive Tree Brasserie proudly presents three of the UKs finest comedians Phil Walker, Brendan Rielly and Tony Simpson. 10 ...more
News RoundupEar To The Ground
- Latest news for diners in the Blackpool & Fylde area.
- Jali Indian Restaurant has been awarded the Taste of Blackpool by VisitBlackpool.
- The Siam Restaurant & Thai Bar has opened in the former home of 1am on Pleasant Street, Lytham
- Jacks Bistro in St. Annes is now an Art Gallery as well as a bistro. All art will be for sale with contemporary & often original pieces of work hanging on the Bistro Walls.
- Barrica Wines, based at Huntleys Farm in Samlesbury, near Preston having been awarded the coveted title of UK Independent Wine Retailer of the Year.
- Click here for all the news
