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Parker’s Tavern: One of the best restaurants in Cambridge just got even better

15th October, 2024

We now have another big reason to visit one of our favourite foodie cities… Cambridge. Talented chef Lee Clarke, who we know well from his time at Prévost in Peterborough and Prévost at The Haycock in Wansford, has taken on an exciting new role as executive chef at Parker’s Tavern at The University Arms, Cambridge. […]

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The Royal Oak in Great Dalby: A must-visit

15th October, 2024

If you’re looking for memorable pubs, make sure to add The Royal Oak in Great Dalby to your list. This delightfully ancient country pub, with its cosy and characterful atmosphere, has recently extended its hours to include Monday evenings – and we couldn’t be happier! We visited The Royal Oak on a Monday night in […]

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The best pub food near me? Fish Fest Autumn 2024 at The Green Man in Ropsley near Grantham

14th October, 2024

Looking for the best pub food near me this autumn? Try Fish Fest Autumn 2024 at The Green Man in Ropsley, near Grantham. From November 6 to 17, this award-winning country pub will serve up over a dozen unique and delicious seafood dishes every day on their specials board. It’s the perfect chance for seafood […]

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Poms Brunch opens in Ashbourne: A new contender for best brunch restaurant in Derbyshire

14th October, 2024

Poms Brunch has opened its doors in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, bringing its signature all-day brunch menu to the heart of the county. Known for its commitment to freshly sourced local ingredients, Poms has built a reputation for high quality sourcing and dining since opening its first location in Lichfield in 2015. This new Ashbourne location is […]

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Discover fine dining in Nottinghamshire: The Mucky Duck at Drakeholes

10th October, 2024

If you’re looking for fine dining in Nottinghamshire, we recommend a visit to The Mucky Duck at Drakeholes. Nestled in the northern tip of the county, this hidden gem offers an impressive menu crafted by talented chef Billy Frost. Billy trained in catering at Doncaster College and honed his skills in some great kitchens, including […]

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Great Food Club Awards 2024/25

1st October, 2024

The Champions Restaurant of the Year – full detailsEmber, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Pub of the Year – full detailsThe Unicorn’s Head, Langar, Nottinghamshire Food Producer of the Year – full detailsMee Blueberries, Nassington, Northamptonshire Drink Producer of the Year – full detailsMallard Point Vineyard & Distillery, Essendine, Rutland Shop of the Year – full detailsClarkes of Queniborough, Leicestershire Café of the Year – full detailsThe Deli at 58, […]

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GFC Awards Food Heroes of the Year 2024/5 – The Radmoor Restaurant team and Romail Gulzar

1st October, 2024

Winners Chosen by our judges: The Radmoor Restaurant team, LoughboroughRomail Gulzar, founder of the Leicestershire Curry Awards & England Curry Capital Food & Drink Heroes of the Year FinalistsThe Radmoor Restaurant Team, LoughboroughRomail Gulzar, founder of the Leicestershire Curry Awards & England Curry CapitalRound Corner Brewing team, Melton Mowbray, LeicestershireThe Langar Hall Kitchen team, Langar, […]

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GFC Awards 2024/5 Bakery of the Year: The Welbeck Bakehouse, Nottinghamshire

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Welbeck Bakehouse, Welbeck, Nottinghamshire Finalists The top public vote-winners: The Welbeck Bakehouse, Welbeck, NottinghamshireThe Tiny Bakery, LeicesterThe Leys Bakery, South Wheatley, NottinghamshireThe Garage Bakehouse, Market Harborough, Leicestershire The winner is The Welbeck Bakehouse, a wholesale bakery that has built a reputation for producing some of the finest artisan bread […]

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Shop of the Year: GFC Awards 2024/25 – Clarkes of Queniborough

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: Clarkes of Queniborough, Leicestershire The finalists The top public vote-winners: Clarkes of Queniborough, LeicestershireNorth’s of Rothley, LeicestershireMoor Farm Shop, Newborough, CambridgeshireHartington Cheese Shop, Hartington, Derbyshire The winner is Clarkes of Queniborough, a beloved family-run butchery and deli that served the local community since 1982. Over the years, Clarkes – led by […]

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Pub of the Year: GFC Awards 2024/5 – The Unicorn’s Head, Langar, Nottinghamshire

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Unicorn’s Head, Langar, Nottinghamshire Finalists The top public vote winners: The Unicorn’s Head, Langar, NottinghamshireThe Hercules Revived, Sutton Cheney, LeicestershireThe White Horse, LincolnThe Lancaster Arms, Newtown Unthank, Leicestershire The winner is The Unicorn’s Head at Langar – a historic Vale of Belvoir pub that has quickly regained its place […]

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Drink Producer of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2024/5 – Mallard Point Vineyard and Distillery

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: Mallard Point Vineyard & Distillery, Essendine, Rutland Cidentro, Twyford, LeicestershireWhite Peak Distillery, Ambergate DerbyshireMallard Point Vineyard & Distillery, Essendine, RutlandWild & Furrow, Marston Trussell, Northamptonshire The winner is Mallard Point – an innovative Rutland vineyard and distillery that’s growing pioneering grape varieties and using them to make both wines and […]

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People’s Choice Award: GFC Awards 2024/25 – Hambleton Bakery

1st October, 2024

The GFC People’s Choice Award is the annual gong that goes to the business that garnered the highest number of votes overall during the public voting phase of the awards. This year, Hambleton Bakery – a wonderful local success story – earned the People’s Choice Award through an overwhelming number of votes from our community. […]

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Food Producer of the Year: GFC Awards 2024/5 – Mee Blueberries, Nassington, Northamptonshire

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: Mee Blueberries, Nassington, Northamptonshire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: Mee Blueberries, Nassington, Northamptonshire Cote Hill Cheese, Osgodby, LincolnshireGelston Lamb, Gelston, LincolnshirePicks Organic Farm, Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire The winner is Mee Blueberries – a unique family-run business with a wonderful story. Based at Lyveden Farm, Nassington, and led by Peter and […]

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Restaurant of the Year: GFC Awards 2024/25 – Ember, Wellingborough

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: Ember, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: Ember, Wellingborough, NorthamptonshireThe Carpenter’s Arms Italian Kitchen, Walesby, NottinghamshireHitchen’s Barn, Oakham, RutlandMallories, Kirkby Mallory, Leicestershire The winner is Ember – an exciting restaurant that cooks over open fire. Why it won: Ember has quickly made a name for itself in the dining scene […]

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Café of the Year: GFC Awards 2024/5 – The Deli at 58, Loughborough

1st October, 2024

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Deli at 58, Loughborough, Leicestershire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: The Deli at 58, Loughborough, LeicestershireLil Bo’s, Ashby de la Zouch, LeicestershireLamberts of Stamford, LincolnshireBob’s, Corby, Northamptonshire The winner is The Deli at 58 in Loughborough – a café with an extremely talented kitchen and a passion for top-quality […]

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Braybrooke Beer Co. takes over The Swan in Braybrooke in exciting new venture

27th September, 2024

Big news for craft lager fans! Braybrooke Beer Co., the specialist lager brewery near Market Harborough and former GFC Drink Producer of the Year, has just taken over The Swan in Braybrooke. This charming thatched pub, owned by Everards, represents an exciting collaboration between Everards, founded in 1849, and Braybrooke Beer Co., founded in 2017. […]

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Bat and Bottle Wine Merchants Celebrate 30 Years of Italian Wine Excellence

26th September, 2024

For those who appreciate fine wine, Bat and Bottle Wine Merchants in Oakham, Rutland, is a name you’re probably already familiar with. Known for their deep commitment to Italian wines, they’ve been bringing the best of Italy to the UK for nearly 30 years! Now, Ben and Emma Robson, the passionate founders behind this incredible […]

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Chef Laurence Henry takes over The Martin’s Arms in Colston Bassett, Nottinghamshire

24th September, 2024

Former MasterChef: The Professionals champion Laurence Henry and his wife Sera have taken ownership of The Martin’s Arms, a country pub and restaurant in Colston Bassett, not far from Nottingham. This is great news for anyone searching for top-quality places to eat in Nottingham and its surrounding areas. Laurence Henry is a former sous chef […]

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The Red Lion in Cranford team wins Punch Publicans of the Year 2024

18th September, 2024

The team behind one of the pubs we proudly recommend, The Red Lion in Cranford, Northamptonshire, has been named Punch Publicans of the Year 2024! This is a huge achievement considering Punch Pubs has around 1,300 leased pubs across the UK. The Red Lion faced tough competition, going up against 40 regional finalists to take […]

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Charnwood Brewery Opens Third Micropub, The Fox Cub, in Barrow Upon Soar

13th September, 2024

Charnwood Brewery of Loughborough has expanded its presence with the opening of its third Leicestershire micropub, The Fox Cub, in Barrow Upon Soar. The Fox Cub, located on North Street, pulled its first pint last week, joining the brewery’s other popular venues, The Sorrel Fox in Mountsorrel and Hall Croft Tap in Shepshed. This opening […]

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Marketing Derby Food & Drink Awards 2024 Finalists Revealed

13th September, 2024

Congratulations and good luck to the finalists of the Marketing Derby Food and Drink Awards 2024. There are several places we recommend on our website among this list, including The Kedleston Country House and The Exeter Arms in Derby. Restaurant of the Year FinalistsThe Dovecote at Morley Hayes, MorleyNicco Restaurant & Bar, DerbyLorentes, Darley Abbey […]

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Kuru Kuru Sushi Opens Second Leicester Branch in Clarendon Park

12th September, 2024

By Tim Burke, Leicester Editor Kuru Kuru Sushi, a popular Leicester sushi bar that we recommend on this website, has opened a second branch in the city, this time in the vibrant foodie hub of Queens Road, Clarendon Park. Owner Shyiam noted that many loyal customers from the original Welford Road location live in the […]

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5th July, 2024

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Leicester’s Thriving Curry Pub Scene

25th June, 2024

James Latham takes you on a tour around some of the city’s most buzzing curry pubs In June 2024, Leicester was named Curry Capital of England after the competition returned following an eight year hiatus. It’s a worthy winner! Leicester has the highest number of South Asian restaurants per capita in the UK with nearly […]

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Gary Booth and the Langar Hall Legacy: A Foodie Family with Over 100 Years of Excellence

20th June, 2024

At the heart of Nottinghamshire’s Langar Hall is a kitchen that stands out for its remarkable loyalty and longevity. This is no ordinary team; it’s a close-knit family — a rarity in the fast-paced restaurant industry. Executive head chef Gary Booth (pictured above) leads this extraordinary team, whose career at Langar Hall spans over two […]

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Leicester Named England’s New Curry Capital

19th June, 2024

Editor’s Note by Matt Wright, Founder & Editor of Great Food Club I had the pleasure of attending last night’s official announcement of Leicester as England’s new Curry Capital at the Richard III Exhibition Centre in Leicester City Centre. Leicester’s curry scene is exceptional. What sets it apart is the sheer diversity and abundance of […]

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From Kitchen Experiment to the Royal Wedding Cake: The Fiona Cairns Story

3rd June, 2024

Tucked away in the gently rolling hills of South Leicestershire is one of the country’s most famous cake makers – Fiona Cairns Ltd. Many of you will recognise Fiona as the baker who, working with her skilled and loyal team, created William and Kate’s wedding cake in 2011. But fewer will know that Fiona’s remarkable […]

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Still got it! Excellent Nottinghamshire restaurants that have stood the test of time

3rd May, 2024

Nottingham food writer Alec Frusher picks out the places that have been doing the business for a decade or more. From French classics to pioneering vegetarian dishes, these Nottinghamshire venues have stood the test of time and taste… We all like something new. Fortunately, our region is never short of exciting and tasty openings. However, […]

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The GFC Awards 2024/25: Information for Businesses

29th April, 2024

The Great Food Club Awards 2024/5 are now live. Our Awards, in their 10th year, are dedicated to seeking out and celebrating the best local independents – businesses like yours. For the best chance of winning, please encourage your followers to vote for you here. Here’s some artwork you may want to use in your […]

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Kayal Group’s Triumph: Celebrating Awards and 20 Years of Delicious Heritage

9th March, 2024

GFC favourites the Kayal Group have been celebrating. Over the last few months, they have been on a great run of award wins. These have ranged from TripAdvisor naming their vegan restaurant Herb in Leicester the second best vegetarian restaurant in the nation (and 13th in the entire World!) to Kayal winning Restaurant of the […]

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