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UK Salmonella Cases Rise to Over 200 - Newcastle Safety Advice

People in Newcastle are being encouraged to take simple food safety precautions after health officials confirmed a national salmonella outbreak involving more than 200 cases. The UK Health Security...

News Team 21 August 2026 3 min read

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Mark Toney: Newcastle's Love of Italian Ice Cream

The story of Mark Toney, the Italian family ice cream maker that has delighted Newcastle since 1892 and remains a cherished Geordie institution.

27 June 2026 5 min

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Pease Pudding: A North East Tradition

The story of pease pudding, the thick savoury split-pea spread that is a cornerstone of North East cooking and the perfect partner to ham.

27 June 2026 5 min

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Lindisfarne Mead: The Drink of Holy Island

The story of Lindisfarne Mead, the honeyed drink made at St Aidan's Winery on Holy Island, inspired by the island's ancient monastic past.

26 June 2026 5 min

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The North East Leek Show: A Proud Pitmen's Tradition

The story of the North East leek show, the proud competitive tradition of growing giant leeks that grew out of the region's mining communities.

26 June 2026 5 min

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Last Orders: The Pressures Closing the Great British Pub

Pubs are closing at around one a day, with 54 lost in the North East in two years. We look at the costs, taxes and pressures squeezing the great British pub.

25 June 2026 7 min

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The Accidental Dessert That Won Britain's Heart

National Bakewell Tart Day (June 24th) is giving dessert lovers across the UK another reason to indu...

24 June 2026 5 min

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Craster Kippers: Northumberland's Famous Smoked Herring

The story of Craster kippers, the world-famous oak-smoked herring still cured the traditional way in a tiny Northumberland fishing village.

24 June 2026 5 min

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National Porridge Day Returns Across The UK

Today, breakfast lovers across the UK will mark National Porridge Day, a celebration of one of Brita...

23 June 2026 7 min

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The Science Behind the 5 Second Rule

The five second rule has saved countless chips, biscuits and slices of pizza from being thrown away....

22 June 2026 4 min

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The Saveloy Dip: Newcastle's Ultimate Sandwich

Meet the saveloy dip, Newcastle's gloriously messy signature sandwich of saveloy, pease pudding, stuffing and gravy in a soft bun.

20 June 2026 5 min

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Pan Haggerty: Humble North East Comfort Food

The story of pan haggerty, the simple, satisfying North East dish of layered potatoes, onions and cheese cooked in a pan until golden.

20 June 2026 5 min

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Earl Grey Tea: The North East Aristocrat Behind a Brew

How Earl Grey tea is linked to Charles Grey of Howick Hall in Northumberland, the aristocrat whose statue tops Newcastle's Grey's Monument.

20 June 2026 6 min

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National Sushi Day: Why Sushi Is Booming In The UK

Every year on 18 June, food lovers around the world celebrate National Sushi Day, a date dedicated t...

18 June 2026 3 min

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From Pan Haggerty To Stotties - Britain's Heritage Food Revival

For years, traditional British recipes appeared to be fading from everyday kitchens as takeaways, re...

17 June 2026 6 min

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48 Countries, 48 Beers: The Perfect World Cup Drinking Guide

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the biggest football tournament ever staged. With 48 nations competing ac...

11 June 2026 8 min

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UK Food Poisoning Cases Hit New High: What Newcastle Residents Need To Know

Food safety is something most people only think about when something goes wrong. Yet every day, hous...

11 June 2026 6 min

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McDonald’s Unveils Six New Menu Items and Collectible World Cup Cups

McDonald's has unveiled a major menu refresh across the UK, bringing a football-inspired selection o...

11 June 2026 5 min

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The Surprising History Behind The Herbs And Spices In Your Kitchen

Every great meal has a secret ingredient. On National Herbs and Spices Day, celebrated annually on J...

10 June 2026 5 min