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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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Rising to the Occasion: Jason’s Sourdough – A Modern Twist on Traditional Baking

8th March, 2024

In Leicestershire, Jason Geary is kneading new life into his family’s century-old bakery with the launch of Jason’s Sourdough, blending age-old methods with modern flair. This story of passion, innovation and tradition offers a slice of inspiration for the local food and drink industry. In the heart of Leicestershire, a remarkable evolution is transforming a […]

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The Rebirth of The Unicorn’s Head at Langar

5th March, 2024

Rewind to early 2023. The location is Langar, Vale of Belvoir, Nottinghamshire. Andy Hunt, hospitality entrepreneur and owner of The White Horse in Ruddington (as well as his own events company), is driving home after catering an event for tractor maker John Deere. From the corner of his eye, he sees The Unicorn’s Head, a […]

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Nottingham Food Tour in a Day

16th February, 2024

By Alec Frusher Toast for Breakfast Start your day at the charming Toast cafe. It sits in the same characterful part of Derby Road as the Michelin-starred Alchemilla and fried chicken newcomer Mollis. Toast provides a range of options to suit everyone. It’s quaintly situated amongst the old brick arches of a Victorian coachhouse. Fuel […]

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Great Food Club Awards 2023/24 – The Winners

3rd October, 2023

The Champions Restaurant of the Year – full detailsThe Monk, Quorn, Leicestershire Pub of the Year – full detailsThe Red Lion, West Deeping, Lincolnshire Food Producer of the Year – full detailsStonehurst Farm, Mountsorrel, Leicestershire Drink Producer of the Year – full detailsTynt Meadow Trappist Brewery, Mount St Bernard Abbey, Coalville, Leicestershire Shop of the Year – full detailsThe Cheese Shop, Nottingham Café of the […]

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Food Heroes of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/4

3rd October, 2023

Winners Chosen by our judges: Jane Tomlinson, founder, Redhill Farm Free Range Pork, LincolnshireSara Barton, founder, Brewsters Brewery, Grantham Shortlist Selected by the GFC team: Jane Tomlinson, co-founder, Redhill Farm Free Range Pork, LincolnshireSara Barton, founder, Brewsters Brewery, GranthamMatthew O’Callaghan, founder, British Pie Awards & Artisan Cheese AwardsStephen Gould, MD, Everards of Leicestershire This year, […]

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People’s Choice Award: Great Food Club Awards 2023/24

3rd October, 2023

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, The Forge at Glenfield, Leicestershire – a large, buzzing and professionally run independent pub – smashed the popular vote. As part of The Beautiful […]

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Bakery of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/4

3rd October, 2023

Winner Chosen by our judges: Harrison & Griffiths, Arnold, Nottinghamshire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: Harrison & Griffiths, Arnold, NottinghamshireOlivia’s Bakery, Loughborough, LeicestershirePasticceria Lorena, Wilford, NottinghamshireChloe Gourmet, Leicester The winner is Harrison & Griffiths of Arnold, Nottinghamshire – a baker of extraordinarily good Caribbean cakes. This family-run bakery boasts many years of combined baking experience […]

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Restaurant of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/24

3rd October, 2023

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Monk, Quorn, Leicestershire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: The Monk, Quorn, LeicestershireThe Kedleston, Quarndon, DerbyLake Isle, Uppingham, Rutland Ember, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire The winner is The Monk – a fun and buzzing restaurant set in a 16th-century thatched cottage. The Monk stands out as the Restaurant of the Year for 2023/4. […]

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Shop of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/24

3rd October, 2023

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Cheese Shop, Nottingham The finalists The top public vote-winners: The Cheese Shop, NottinghamEssen, Beeston, NottinghamshireThe Mediterranean Deli, Wistow, LeicestershireStoughton Grange Farm Shop, Oadby, Leicestershire The winner is The Cheese Shop in Nottingham, one of the region’s most-loved independent food shops, adored by everyone from Michelin-starred chefs to householders with a […]

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Drink Producer of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/4

3rd October, 2023

Winner Chosen by our judges: Mount St Bernard Abbey Brewery, brewers of Tynt Meadow Trappist Beer, Coalville, Leicestershire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: Mount St Bernard Abbey Brewery, Coalville, LeicestershireThe Rutland Vineyard, Ketton, RutlandLazydog Distillery, Coleorton, LeicestershireKings Cliffe Brewery, Kings Cliffe, Northamptonshire The GFC Award for Drink Producer of the Year 2023/24 goes to the […]

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Food Producer of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/24

3rd October, 2023

Winner Chosen by our judges: Stonehurst Farm, Mountsorrel, Leicestershire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: Stonehurst Farm, Mountsorrel, LeicestershireHome Farm Produce, Grove, Retford, NottinghamshireMarch House Farm, Great Dalby, LeicestershireTori & Ben’s Farm, King’s Newton, Derbyshire The winner is Stonehurst Farm – a superb family operation featuring a farm shop, teashop, open visitor farm, and a motor […]

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Pub of the Year: Great Food Club Awards 2023/4

3rd October, 2023

Winner Chosen by our judges: The Red Lion, West Deeping, Lincolnshire Shortlist The top public vote-winners: The Red Lion, West Deeping, LincolnshireThe Royal Oak, Great Dalby, LeicestershireThe Radcliffe, Radcliffe on Trent, NottinghamshireThe Stag & Hounds, Burrough on the Hill, Leicestershire The winner is The Red Lion in West Deeping – a village pub where the […]

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