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Shop of the Year: GFC Awards 2025/26 – The Cheese Society, Lincoln

1st October, 2025

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Cheese Society, Lincoln The finalists The top public vote-winners: Jade’s Farm Shop, Burton Coggles, LincolnshireBelvoir Farm Shop Butchery, LeicestershireThe Cheese Society, LincolnBridge 67, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leicestershire The winner is The Cheese Society, a family-run Lincoln shop that unites exceptional farmhouse cheeses with passion, creativity and a love of sharing […]

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GFC Awards 2025/6 Restaurant of the Year: The Carpenter’s Arms, Walesby, Nottinghamshire

1st October, 2025

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Carpenter’s Arms, Walesby, Nottinghamshire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: The Carpenter’s Arms, Walesby, NottinghamshireHemisphere, West Bridgford, NottinghamFERN, Uppingham, RutlandPiccalilli, Nottingham The winner is The Carpenter’s Arms, which from the outside looks like a perfectly pleasant Nottinghamshire village pub. Step through the door, however, and you’ll discover an Italian restaurant […]

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Great Food Club Award Winners 2025/6

1st October, 2025

The Champions 2025/6 Restaurant of the YearThe Carpenter’s Arms, Walesby, Nottinghamshire Pub of the YearThe Barley Mow, Bonsall, Derbyshire Food Producer of the YearMarch House Farm, Great Dalby, Leicestershire Drink Producer of the YearSteep Soda Co, Barrow Upon Soar, Leicestershire Shop of the YearThe Cheese Society, Lincoln Café of the YearPublic, Loughborough, Leicestershire Bakery of […]

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Drink Producer of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2025/6 – Steep Soda Co.

1st October, 2025

Winner Chosen by our judges:Steep Soda Co, Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire The finalists The top public vote-winners:Steep Soda Co, Barrow upon Soar, LeicestershireRound Corner Brewing, Melton Mowbray, LeicestershireRevival Rum, Brampton Ash, NorthamptonshireSaxby’s Cider, Farndish, Northamptonshire The winner is Steep Soda Co – a bold, independent drinks maker led by Liam Willday and Laura Smith, who […]

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GFC Awards 2025/6 Bakery of the Year: Tough Mary’s Bakehouse, Nottingham

1st October, 2025

Some of the Tough Mary’s team. From left: Vlad, Oksana, Baz, Kate and Ammara. Winner Chosen by our judges: Tough Mary’s Bakehouse, Nottingham Finalists The top public vote-winners: 31 Mallory Bakery, Kirkby Mallory, LeicestershireOlivia’s Bakery, LeicestershireThe Tiny Bakery, LeicesterTough Mary’s Bakehouse, Nottingham The winner this year is Tough Mary’s Bakehouse, an outstanding artisan bakery and […]

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Café of the Year: GFC Awards 2025/6 – Public, Loughborough

1st October, 2025

Winner Chosen by our judges: Public, Loughborough, Leicestershire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: The Side House Coffee Shop, Claypole, LincolnshireSix Hills Café, Bakery & Pizzeria, Thrussington, LeicestershireTake Italy Bistrot, Grantham, LincolnshirePublic, Loughborough, Leicestershire The winner is Public in Loughborough – a thriving, innovative, independent café and bakery serving exceptional coffee, fresh bread and pastries and brunches […]

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Food Producer of the Year: GFC Awards 2025/6 – March House Farm, Great Dalby

1st October, 2025

Winner Chosen by our judges: March House Farm, Great Dalby, Leicestershire Finalists The top public vote-winners: Home Farm Produce, Grove, NottinghamshireNorthfield Farm, Cold Overton, LeicestershireMarch House Farm, Great Dalby, LeicestershireFruit Pig Co, Wisbech, Lincolnshire The winner is March House Farm – a Leicestershire producer championing sustainability, tradition, variety, innovation and flavour. March House Farm recently created what […]

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Pub of the Year: GFC Awards 2025/6 – The Barley Mow, Bonsall, Derbyshire

1st October, 2025

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Barley Mow, Bonsall, Derbyshire Finalists The top public vote winners:The King’s Head, Navenby, LincolnshireHercules Revived, Sutton Cheney, LeicestershireThe Barley Mow, Bonsall, DerbyshireBerkeley Arms, Wymondham, Leicestershire The winner is The Barley Mow at Bonsall – a true one-off that captures the spirit of the independent country pub. Quirky, cosy and […]

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People’s Choice Award 2025/6: Bakery Cottage, Melton Mowbray

1st October, 2025

Bakery Cottage in Melton Mowbray was our first confirmed Great Food Club Awards winner of 2025/6 and this year’s People’s Choice Champion. This special annual award goes to the business that receives the most votes across all categories – no judging required, just the voice of the public. Last year it was the mighty Hambleton […]

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“If Lincoln can build tanks, we can restore a pub” – Horse & Groom vows to rebuild after fire

20th August, 2025

We were saddened to learn that the Horse & Groom in Lincoln was seriously damaged by fire at around 6.30am on Friday, August 15. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the extent of the damage means the pub is closed for the foreseeable future. Members of the GFC team visited the Horse & Groom only […]

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Hart’s Hotel & Kitchen unveils new à la carte menu

18th August, 2025

Hart’s Hotel & Kitchen in Nottingham has launched a refreshed à la carte menu this August, celebrating the vibrant flavours of the season and the best of local British produce. The menu has been created by new Head Chef Lewis Ward in collaboration with Michelin-starred Executive Chef Aaron Patterson of Hambleton Hall in Rutland. Together […]

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Harvest Here: a revolutionary aquaponics food-growing system created in Leicestershire

28th July, 2025

We recently met John Holland – a farmer, passionate locavore and former Jaguar engineer who once led the carmaker’s self-driving project in collaboration with Google. Today, from his base at Holland’s Nurseries in Twyford, John is applying his engineering skills to a brilliant new food-growing system called Harvest Here. This innovative system uses aquaponics to […]

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Time to Nominate Your Favourite Curry House in Leicestershire!

22nd May, 2025

The Leicestershire Curry Awards 2025 are fast approaching – and now’s the time to get involved by nominating your favourite curry house or takeaway. Whether you love a rich, smoky tandoori, a sizzling vindaloo or a perfectly balanced vegetable curry, this is your chance to support the local restaurants and chefs who bring bold flavours […]

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T&Cs for GFC Herts Lussmanns competition

7th May, 2025

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Introducing Great Food Club Hertfordshire

29th April, 2025

Fifteen years ago, we launched Great Food Club in Leicestershire and Rutland. Our mission was to celebrate and guide you towards the region’s hidden food and drink gems, from farm shops to restaurants. Over the years, our initiative bloomed, extending its reach to encompass the entire East Midlands. Today, we are thrilled to announce the […]

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The Rutland & Derby, Leicester – Reborn with Style

24th April, 2025

The Rutland & Derby in Leicester has had a full makeover. Discover its stylish new look, updated menu and the story behind this beloved city centre pub.

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FERN: A New Uppingham Restaurant

24th April, 2025

A new restaurant has arrived in Uppingham. FERN has officially opened its doors inside The Falcon Hotel, bringing fresh energy to Rutland’s culinary scene with its commitment to seasonal small plates and locally sourced ingredients. Focus on seasonality The menu is designed to highlight the best of each season. Diners can expect to enjoy a […]

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Hive & Honey Opens In Leicester

10th April, 2025

Exciting news for food lovers in Leicester! Hive & Honey, the city’s latest dining destination, has officially opened its doors. A Collaborative Effort Hive & Honey is the brainchild of the minds behind Dom Restaurant & Bar, which was previously located in Thurlaston. They have teamed up with the team from The Gadabout bar to […]

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Delilah Fine Foods in Nottingham Shines at the 2025 Farm Shop & Deli Awards

10th April, 2025

Delilah Fine Foods in Nottingham has achieved a clean sweep at the 2025 Farm Shop & Deli Awards by winning three prestigious awards: Best Retailer in the Midlands, Best Delicatessen in the UK, and Retailer of the Year UK. Delilah has long been a cornerstone of Nottingham’s independent food scene, and its journey is inspiring. […]

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Owen Taylor & Sons Butchers in Derbyshire

2nd April, 2025

Last Friday, we embarked on a marathon 200-mile food tour through Derbyshire, and our second stop was at 100-year-old Owen Taylor & Sons Butchers in the suburban village of Leabrooks. This family-run butchery has been serving the community for over a century and stands out as one of the region’s most entrepreneurial food businesses. Located […]

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The Leicestershire Curry Awards

2nd April, 2025

Celebrating Leicester’s spicy success, the Leicestershire Curry Awards honour top chefs, sizzling dishes and the county’s rich curry heritage! Since their launch in 2017, the Leicestershire Curry Awards have become a major local event, reflecting the rich diversity of South Asian cuisine in a county traditionally associated with pork pies and Stilton cheese. The Leicestershire […]

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Piccalilli in Nottingham: Originality and Thoughtful Small Plates

26th March, 2025

Last Friday evening we dined at Piccalilli, a small-plates restaurant in the middle of Nottingham. From the moment we stepped inside, the atmosphere, creativity and flavours captivated us. Superb Small Plates Piccalilli is all about small plates, and they certainly do not disappoint. Under the skilful direction of head chef Dan Coles, each dish is […]

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Cavner’s Fishmongers: A Food Legacy in Melton Mowbray

21st March, 2025

If you want fresh, high-quality seafood in Melton Mowbray, look no further than Cavner’s Fishmongers. Established in 1879, this family-run business has proudly served the community for six generations. Cavner’s, known as Neil Cavner & Son Seafoods, has built a legacy that spans over a century. From its humble beginnings, this fishmonger has been committed […]

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The Dusty Knuckle Bakery: A London Gem

21st March, 2025

If you’re searching for a bakery that offers artisan treats while making a difference in the community, look no further than The Dusty Knuckle Bakery. Our editor-at-large, Philip, who lives in London, recommends it as a must-visit for any bakery enthusiast. With three outlets in Dalston, Harringay and Highbury Fields, The Dusty Knuckle not only […]

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An Evening at The Griffin Inn at Swithland

20th March, 2025

Recently, we had the pleasure of returning to The Griffin Inn in Swithland for an evening meal. Set in the heart of Leicestershire, this pub – run by former England cricketers Stuart Broad and Harry Gurney in partnership with Everards – has evolved into a sophisticated dining destination thanks to a recent no-expense-spared refurb. We […]

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An Ode to Sharmilee: A Leicester Institution

19th March, 2025

Last week, renowned restaurant critic Jay Rayner bid farewell to his long-standing column in The Observer with a nostalgic revisit to a Leicester treasure — Sharmilee. This beloved restaurant holds a special place in the hearts of food lovers, not just in Leicester but beyond. Jay Rayner first stepped into Sharmilee’s welcoming atmosphere 26 years […]

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The Rise of Cacaofruit Water

19th March, 2025

Last weekend, cacaofruit water gained attention on the popular cooking show, Saturday Kitchen. Wine critic Olly Smith highlighted it as an ideal beverage to accompany Middle Eastern cuisine. But what exactly is cacao-fruit water? Reducing Food Waste Cacao-fruit water is derived from the pulp of the cacao fruit, which is traditionally discarded during the chocolate-making […]

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A Positive Dining Experience at The White Hart in Duffield

19th March, 2025

Recently, our Derbyshire editor, Steph Walsh, had the pleasure of dining at The White Hart at Duffield, and she was impressed. This charming venue has gained a reputation for its atmosphere and food. Here’s an account of her evening. A Bustling Atmosphere Steph visited The White Hart on a Tuesday evening, and despite the early […]

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Award-winning Hidden Food Tours launches in Lincoln

13th March, 2025

A brand-new tourism experience is coming to one of the UK’s most beautiful historic cities. Hidden Food Tours, the award-winning boutique walking food tour company, is launching a new experience in Lincoln, showcasing the city’s diverse and exciting culinary scene. Following the success of its Melton Mowbray tour, which launched in March 2024 and won […]

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The King’s Head, Stamford – a cosy, characterful pub championing local suppliers

19th February, 2025

If you’re looking for a cosy, welcoming, dog-friendly pub in Stamford, Lincolnshire, The King’s Head should be on your list. Friend of Great Food Club, Adam, recently visited with his family and pooch and shared his thoughts: The King’s Head is compact but oozes personality. It also takes local sourcing seriously, working with suppliers such […]

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