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Liverpool isn’t just famous for musical or footballing legends. Paul Askew is synonymous with the food scene of the north-west powerhouse, and the Liverpudlian culinary legend was last week recognised as such, as he was made President of Disciples Escoffier UK. Within this prominent role, he will assist in the modernisation of the organisation, working on diversity and helping

There are few things we at Taste Hospitality look forward to more than dining out – as is probably pretty evident, and I would choose nothing else for my birthday treat at the end of March. So I can’t wait for my first time at Salford’s Black Friar; and enjoying the tucker that the 1AA Rosette gastro pub, reborn

You may have already seen us raving about the first instalment of the excellent Out of Towners by Manchester’s Finest, but it would be remiss if we didn’t include a bit more detail. Hosted at the beautiful TNQ Restaurant in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, the night kicked off with the lovely and wonderfully talented Jack Bond introducing himself and his wife Beth

Last night, Caroline hit up Higher Ground again, for a pre-theatre meal and the food as always was exquisite. She opted for their seasonal set menu, with brand new dishes as well as some much enjoyed and previous favourites, plus an extra treat at the end – a chocolate tart that she just about had room for! We personally

We kept a close eye on The Michelin Guide awards which took place on Monday 10th February, with the UK and Ireland’s best and brightest gathering in Glasgow. Some amazing places picked up their first ever star; Kirk Haworth – who you may recognise from Great British Menu as their Champion of Champions for Series 19 – notched 1

The countdown is on to the Michelin awards, taking place in Glasgow on 10th February. The anticipation is palpable, as rumours have already started swirling about as to who will be getting the nod. Gareth Ward at Ynyshir has been tipped by a few to notch his third star and Jason Atherton has lent his weight to Sat Bains

Any excuse to get up to the Lake District, but my partner’s birthday is as good a reason as any. Upon the recommendation of a friend who knows this place very well, it seemed the perfect spot for a treat. So off to The Old Stamp House, Ambleside! After trusting Google Maps over my instinct, we found ourselves

January is almost done and dusted, and this week saw Taste attend their first awards ceremony of 2025, as Sophie and Caroline saw some friendly faces at the Manchester Food and Drink Festival Awards. It was great to be out and about and in the mix once more and rubbing shoulders with the people behind some of our favourite

OVER A BEER BARREL Rachel Reeves’s maiden budget will hit small, independent businesses the hardest and hospitality once more will suffer more than any other sector, with minimum wage and National Insurance hikes set to send costs skyrocketing atop all other growing expenses. Hospitality has been on the back foot for the best part of four years now, with setback

Much anticipation surrounded my visit to Skof, the latest site under the Simon Rogan umbrella and sitting in an excellent spot in NOMA, Manchester; and Manchester should be delighted they’re here. Headed up by Rogan’s Executive Head Chef and Roux Scholar Tom Barnes, “skoffing” here will knock your socks off. Upon arrival, we were offered a choice between the 12