Kays Knott End Chippy is situated just off the Esplanade in Knott End and as the address suggests enjoys views out over the Wyre estuary. It was taken over by the Kay family in July 2009 and new owner Michael Kay only uses fresh fish cooked to order ...more
There's been a bit of a buzz (you may be forgiven for missing it) about the newest environmentally-friendly restaurant in London Town. Curiously ignoring Acorn House and its kin who have been quietly beavering away for some years on the eco-front, th ...see the full blog and reader comments
Preston-born Nigel Smith worked in award-winning restaurants across the country before opening his latest venture at The Villa in Wrea Green in the summer of 2010. 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.Please help me with a stunning creamy rice pud recipe. My last attempt looked like a gravel path when I got it out of the oven! Someone told me to try cooking rice on the hob? - Nettie
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. . .
- Stir Coffee Shop & Deli, Blackpool
- Ma Baker @ World of Water, Blackpool
- Chatties, Fleetwood
- Shakies, Fleetwood
- The Zen Restaurant, St. Annes-on-Sea
- Constantine's Restaurant, Blackpool
- Sakura Teppanyaki, St. Annes-On-Sea
- Bartle Hall Country Hotel, Preston
- Mode Hotel, St Annes
- Best Western Glendower Hotel, St Annes
- Go Greek, Layton
- 110 Restaurant, Blackpool
- Click here to see more
Some meals are worth a special journey. In The Gastrotourist we profile select destination restaurants from across the UK and beyond.
Royal Crescent Hotel, BathYes, 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.
Read What the Critics have to say.
Win an overnight stay, dinner including a bottle of wine and breakfast for 2 at the acclaimed riverside Washbourne Court Hotel set in the picturesque Cotswold village of Lower Slaughter, part of the von Essen hotels group
Which famous English public school begins with the letter E? Enter this competition
Enjoy a great meal & save money with these special offers & deals at a selection of Blackpool & Fylde restaurants.
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 in Blackpool & Fylde that you can book online....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
Order a Takeaway
It's simple and free to place your Takeaway order online. Just click on the link to browse places in Blackpool & Fylde where you can order online....more
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:The Cottage, Blackpool
More information on The Cottage"Not the best I've had, but still very nice and better than most. The mushy peas were beautiful, plenty of chips and lovely battered fish. It's nice to find a fish and chip shop where you can eat inside. Will definitely go again."
Your guide to upcoming events at restaurants, pubs & venues in the area.
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- Friday 3rd September | The Villa Country House Hotel
Wine Tasting Dinner in association with Simonsig, Stellenbosch. Enjoy a selection of great South African wines paired with a fabulous five course meal. £42.95 per person Dinner / £67.95 per person Dinner, with Accommodation & Breakfast . Limited Availability! ...more
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- Friday 10th September | The Hastings
007 Night at the Hastings. License to Thrill sponsored by Mercedes-Benz On Friday 10th September enjoy the thrill of the casino at the Hastings James Bond themed Casino Night. Start with a selection of 007's favourite cocktails, shaken not stirred, followed by a specially de ...more
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- Sunday 12th September | Ma Baker @ World of Water
Peter Ritmo sings Rat Pack era songs live with Peter Ritmo from 12.30pm. ...more
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- Thursday 16th September | The Hastings
Game on at the Hastings. With guest speaker Ian Banks. The glorious game season is upon us and this is your chance to enjoy some of the finest wild fowl, hunted on the fells and moors of the North West. With everything from wild duck to freshly downed partridge served with ...more
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- Saturday 18th September to Sunday 3rd October
British Food Fortnight Now in its ninth year, British Food Fortnight is the biggest national celebration of the diverse and delicious range of food that Britain produces. ...more
- Latest news for diners in the Blackpool & Fylde area.
- >strong>The Sands Venue is bringing its unique and sophisticated blend of first class live entertainment and high quality cuisine to the centre of Blackpool. This new gem is located on the North Promenade on the former site of the iconic Palace Discotheque overlooking the Central Pier.
- The Academy of Food and Wine (AFW) is now accepting entries for its front-of-house Annual Awards of Excellence. The closing date for entries is 10 September. Entry forms can be obtained from Helen Glen at the AFW on 020 8661 4646 or helen@acfws. ...more
- New modern Italian restaurant Sapori opening in September in the former home of Roccos.
- Andrea Mellon of Duk in Preston, will be cooking her famous Peruvian Stew and much loved Mushroom Pepper Pot at the Culinary Theatre Lancashire food market on the 21st of August
- Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Lancashire have been caught making misleading claims about the descriptions and provenance of their food. An investigation by trading standards officers found that 32 of the 41 randomly selected premises they visited made claims that turned out to be misleading.
- Click here for all the news
