Category Archives: Food & Drink

Preston Hall, A Step Back in Time

As a childminder, my wife is always looking for somewhere different to take her little ‘charges’.  Living in Darlington, she has exhausted the local parks, is very familiar with the riverbank walks and has probably fed almost every duck in … Continue reading

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Meze – Darlingtons Turkish Delight

For those who know me, you are aware how much I love Turkey – the people, the culture, the way of life and, of course, the food.  Spending many days exploring fish markets and fresh produce halls, bartering with traders … Continue reading

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Feeling peckish ?? The Gretna Green, Newton Aycliffe

Following the disappointment at the Sutton Arms (which, I neglected to mention was a meal out for my birthday) it was Mrs B’s birthday and as such, her choice of eatery.  Mum & Dad were coming too so there would be 6 of … Continue reading

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Feeling peckish ?? The Sutton Arms in Elton

Not too long ago I promised Mrs B that we would eat out a little more often – not because she’s become bored with my cooking (even tho I say so myself, I do like to dabble in the kitchen)  … Continue reading

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Who says it’s chilli up North ?

Well, I have just had my confirmation that I’m one of the 10 intrepid (or foolhardy) contestants for Saturdays Chilli Eating Competition, all part of this years Eat! NewcastleGateshead Festival. For anyone who has yet to explore the culinary delights … Continue reading

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