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Rapeseed oil - one of Yorkshire’s fastest growing exports
Meet the family behind what is fast becoming one of Yorkshire’s most sought after exports. Annie Stirk our food and drink consultant reports.
A mini-guide to the best afternoon teas in Yorkshire
We set Tony Greenway the enviable task of seeking out the finest tea experiences in Yorkshire and he hasn’t let us down
Animal nutritionist Joanna Palmer explains the basics about keeping pigs
For many smallholders, starting out in farming begins with a flock of chickens and the enjoyment this brings can soon lead to a quest for new challenges. Where time and space allow, rearing pigs is often the next natural step and with plenty of research and careful planning, it can be an extremely rewarding venture. Joanna Palmer BSc (Hons), nutritionist for the Smallholder Range, explains the basics.
BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson on our rare breeds and the work being done to secure their future
Let me tell you a tale of the Lincolnshire Curly Coat. It’s not a trendy hair style or the latest in country fashion wear. In fact it’s something we’ll never see again.
Short Break - Hilton Manchester Deansgate
The Hilton’s reputation precedes it. Founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton, in the intervening years it has played host to such events as the creation of the Piña Colada in 1949 and the famous John Lennon and Yoko Ono Bed-in for Peace in 1969, on its way to become one of the world’s most famous brands.
Yorkshire Life Luncheon - Neaversons Tea House, Huddersfield
Guests join us at one of West Yorkshire’s newest foodie favourites.
Jo Haywood reports. Photographs by Joan Russell
Short Break - Oddfellows Hotel, Chester
Janet Reeder finds a boutique hotel in Chester the perfect location for exploring the city
Restaurant Reviews
Short Break - Hilton Manchester Deansgate
The Hilton’s reputation precedes it. Founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton, in the intervening years it has played host to such events as the creation of the Piña Colada in 1949 and the famous John Lennon and Yoko Ono Bed-in for Peace in 1969, on its way to become one of the world’s most famous brands.
Short Break - Oddfellows Hotel, Chester
Janet Reeder finds a boutique hotel in Chester the perfect location for exploring the city
Restaurant review - The White Hart Hotel, Harrogate
Beautifully cooked favourite dishes served with a twist are on the menu at The White Hart Hotel, Harrogate as Jenny Green discovers
Restaurant review - Cricket Inn, Totley
Lawrence Evans calls in at the Cricket Inn, Totley, South Yorkshire for warming and delicious food
Restaurant review - Malagor Restaurant and Bar, Ossett
Tony Greenway enjoys a banquet – literally – at the Malagor Thai restaurant and bar in Ossett
Drink
WharfeBank Brewery the award-winning producer of hand-crafted ales in the heart of Yorkshire
WharfeBank Brewery is an award-winning producer of hand-crafted ales in the heart of Yorkshire. It was founded in 2010 by Martin Kellaway, a former national sales director with Caledonian who decided to take advantage of a sliding scale duty relief for small breweries, which effectively halved the amount of duty paid on beer for those producing less than 3,125 brewer’s barrels a year.
Wine expert Simon Kershaw suggests wines for a vintage vacation
There's no better way of getting to know a place than by tasting its home made produce alongside a good wine, says Simon Kershaw
Wine expert Simon Kershaw offers suggestions for picnic wines
Our wine expert Simon Kershaw selects bottles to pop in your wicker basket
Wine expert Simon Kershaw raises a glass to local producers
Our wine expert Simon Kershaw raises a glass to local producers
Wine expert Simon Kershaw suggests wines for dining
Our wine expert Simon Kershaw suggests wines for dining
Local producers
Rapeseed oil - one of Yorkshire’s fastest growing exports
Meet the family behind what is fast becoming one of Yorkshire’s most sought after exports. Annie Stirk our food and drink consultant reports.
BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson on our rare breeds and the work being done to secure their future
Let me tell you a tale of the Lincolnshire Curly Coat. It’s not a trendy hair style or the latest in country fashion wear. In fact it’s something we’ll never see again.
Delicious Alchemy, gluten-free food from Sheffield
How the search for healthier food led to a tasty business opportunity.
Report by Jo Haywood
Can Huddersfield Food & Drink Festival top its record 150,000 visitor tally in 2013?
The organisers of one of Yorkshire’s biggest food and drink festivals have got a lot on their plate this year. Not only is it their 13th anniversary (unlucky for some) but they’ve also set themselves the challenge of beating last year’s total of 150,000 visitors (up a staggering 50,000 on 2011).
Six of the best cheeses from Yorkshire
He’s been warned but Tony Greenway can’t resist more than a chunk of cheese, and who can blame him.
Recipes
Flapjacks by Philippa James
It was with some amusement that I recently heard of a school where the cook was told to cut the flapjacks into ‘squares or rectangles’ after a child was injured when a triangular cut piece hit him in the face during a food fight; in my day I’d have learnt the lesson not to throw food around
Ruth Clemens' Spiced Apple Chutney Recipe
The perfect winter recipe which you can enjoy yourself or can be given as a great homemade gift...
Food
Rapeseed oil - one of Yorkshire’s fastest growing exports
Meet the family behind what is fast becoming one of Yorkshire’s most sought after exports. Annie Stirk our food and drink consultant reports.
A mini-guide to the best afternoon teas in Yorkshire
We set Tony Greenway the enviable task of seeking out the finest tea experiences in Yorkshire and he hasn’t let us down
Yorkshire Life Luncheon - Neaversons Tea House, Huddersfield
Guests join us at one of West Yorkshire’s newest foodie favourites.
Jo Haywood reports. Photographs by Joan Russell
Delicious Alchemy, gluten-free food from Sheffield
How the search for healthier food led to a tasty business opportunity.
Report by Jo Haywood
Chef Profile
Chef Profile: Vivek Singh
Read more about Vivek Singh, a regular on Saturday Kitchen, Masterchef and Market Kitchen...
Yum Pla Salmon Mamoung recipe by Sathit Chansanga, Malagor
Yum Pla Salmon Mamoung recipe by Head Chef, Sathit Chansanga, Malagor, Queens Drive, Ossett, WF5 0NH
Herb Crusted Loin of Lamb with Madeira and Thyme Sauce
Herb Crusted Loin of Lamb with Madeira and Thyme Sauce by Head Chef: Neil Loggie at The Copper Horse, Seamer, Scarborough, YO12 4RF
Vanilla Panna Cotta, Strawberry Sorbet, and Shot of Rose Champagne and Champagne Granite
Vanilla Panna Cotta, Strawberry Sorbet, and Shot of Rose Champagne and Champagne Granite by Head Chef Paul Peters, Black Swan Hotel, Market Place, Helmsley, YO62 5BJ
Darren Davis, The Parsonage Hotel & Spa - Duo of Pork with Sage Pomme Anna and Cider Cream
Meet a young chef with ambitions to make his mark at a leading hotel restaurant near York
