Why Not Try...Seaham Hall Hotel
Awarded a Michelin star in January 2007, The White Room at Seaham Hall is a showcase for Kenny Atkinson -- formerly of Michelin-starred St Martins on the Isle in Scilly -- and his modern European cooking. The restaurant offers a la carte and a menu d ...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 Terry Laybourne
After training and working in restaurants around Europe and then establishing the Fisherman's Lodge as the northeast's top fish restaurant, Terry Laybourne opened 21 Queen Street in Newcastle in 1988. Today his Café 21 group extends to five venues across the northeast, including the restyled and relocated Café 21 and the renowned Jesmond Dene House. Terry has teamed up with Sugarvine to answer your cookery questions:
Ask Terry Laybourne your question.I love lamb and have always wanted to find a good recipe for Moroccan lamb or something exotic like that. Can you give me something special to do with lamb next time to win over whoever I'm cooking for? - Ben
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 Newcastle & North East restaurants, bars and pubs. Watch this space. . .
- Gospoda Polish Restaurant, Newcastle City Centre
- Hanahana, Newcastle City Centre
- Amalfi Restaurant, Sunderland
- Al Basha, Newcastle City Centre
- Mrs Ali's, Jesmond
- Peppy's, Heaton
- Starters and Puds, Newcastle City Centre
- El Castano, Jesmond
- Eastern Spice, Prudhoe
- At Bangkok Cafe, Newcastle City Centre
- Hotel Du Vin, Newcastle City Centre
- 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 Newcastle & North East 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 Newcastle & North East 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:Indian Cottage Restaurant, Guisborough
More information on Indian Cottage Restaurant"been going to the cottage for take aways for i don't know how long even my son in law comes up from Hampshire ,all ways wants to go there for his madras ,best ever ,all pleasant wont stop going ,and we live just around the corner . Why go else where xx"
Events CalendarWhat’s On & Where
Your guide to upcoming events at restaurants, pubs & venues in the area.
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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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- Friday 19th March | Jesmond Dene House
Cookery Class Learn the secrets of Afternoon Tea with the Jesmond Dene House Pastry Chef. Half a day class and afternoon tea. £6 ...more
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- Friday 26th March | Jesmond Dene House
Wine Pairing Dinner with renowned winemaker Maison Jaboulet. Informal wine tasting followed by 5-course wine pairing dinner inspired by trad ...more
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- Sunday 4th April | Jesmond Dene House
Easter Sunday Lunch Gather family and friends to celebrate this special day. Three-course lunch in the Restaurant. £28.75 ...more
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- Monday 5th April | Jesmond Dene House
Easter Monday Family Afternoon Tea at The House Relax over a champagne afternoon tea served in the Great Hall with music and face painting for children under 12. £ ...more
News RoundupEar To The Ground
- Latest news for diners in the Newcastle & North East area.
- Gordon Ramsay is looking for Britain's best restaurant and he wants to know where you love to eat. Tell us about a hidden gem or a local culinary landmark. Who do you think deserves to be crowned Ramsay's Best Restaurant? Go to www.bestnominate. ...more
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