Food and Drink

Panto treat at the Biggleswade Christmas lights switch on - Photo Paul Langshaw

Biggeswade lights up for Christmas

Hundreds of people are expected to turn out for the Christmas spectacular and lights switch-on on November 24

Festive fun in store at Biggleswade’s Christmas lights switch-on event

The Red Lion pub in Biggleswade closed in 2019

Hearing begins over plans to convert Grade II listed Biggleswade pub into house

Experience wine-tasting at the estate

Discovering the story of English sparkling wine

Food hygiene ratings

Check the latest scores on the doors for food hygiene ratings in Central Beds

Nationally the need for food banks has increased alarmingly, but in Central Bedfordshire the figures are down. This could be because some centres failed to supply data or because people were using other facilities. Photo: Jonathan Brady Radar

Central Bedfordshire bucks national Food Bank trends with 'alarming' decrease

The Crown Hotel's toilets have been given a Platinum Plus rating

Biggleswade hotel wins acclaim in annual Loo of the Year awards

A bar in a pub and, inset, the front cover of the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024

The 13 best pubs near you according to The Good Beer Guide 2024

Sandy Skatepark Jam Anniversary is back next Saturday, September 16. Pic courtesy of Sandy Photography Club (Carlos Santino, Robert Lacey, and Doug Brown)

Have a fun-packed family day out with return of Sandy Skatepark Jam Anniversary

Letchworth Morris Dancers performing at the 2022 open day

Warden Abbey Vineyard Open Day 10th September 2023 – Something for Everyone

Tesco has recalled a Wicked vegan pasta product as there are concerns that small pieces of metal could have entered the product.

Too crunchy! Posh cereal which ‘may contain stones’ pulled from shops

The one-bedroom luxury apartment in the former headquarters of Cadbury's in Bournville Lane, Birmingham, is on the market for 145,000

Cadbury brings back fan-favourite chocolate after nearly 10 years

Make Father's Day special

Celebrate the great British summertime this Father’s Day with hand picked hotels

Fresh Dad Beer Gift Box

Father’s Day: Camden Town Brewery release beer-y bundles for dad

The Ro is one of the best places to admire the picturesque surroundings of Lake Windermere. Image: Pellier Photography

The Ro Hotel: a dog-friendly retreat in the heart of the Lake District

A good night's sleep can be difficult to come by for so many people (photo: Adobe)

Foods to help get a better night’s sleep

Perfect for enjoying in the sunshine with pals

Feelin’ peachy? Camden Town Brewery launches Bellini lager

It's party time next weekend to celebrate the coronation of King Charles

Get ready to party to celebrate King’s Coronation

Flaming Grill burger

Are these burgers too hot to handle?

Keto8 Indulgence Hamper

Mother's Day Gift Guide – from luxury chocolate to food hampers and recipe books

Where to buy Itsu's new chocolate and caramel bao buns as seen on TikTok

Itsu’s new sweet bao bun range as seen on TikTok

Loading up the Holland's pies on the drone for delivery (photo: Ben Frith)

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s a pie!

Best beer subscriptions for 2023: we review craft beer boxes deliveries

Best beer subscriptions: boxes from BeerHawk, Flavourly and Beer52

Getting the most out of your freezer (photo: Adobe)

Nine ways to get the most out of your freezer

Peak Edge Hotel: a relaxing dog friendly stay in the Peak District

Millennials are most likely to share the love with a partner (photo: Adobe)

Millennials most likely to share the love

In Ghana February 14 is National Chocolate Day (photo: Adobe)

Valentine’s Day passion celebrated around globe

Enjoy a romantic Valentine's Day meal at a Michellin starred restaurant (above) (photo: Adobe)

Dine in romantic style on Valentine’s Day this year

Sit back, relax and try a can of Aldi's Six Nation's Ankle Tap craft beer

Aldi launches new limited edition Six Nations craft beers

Searcys Champagne Bar refurbished (photo: Darren Brade)

Invitation to experience refurbished St Pancras Champagne Bar by Searcys

HelloFresh, is delivering a love at first bite two-course premium recipe dine-in meal to celebrate Cupid’s holiday

Ahh...l’amour! HelloFresh unveils its romantic dine in menu for two

Cuppa that cheers

'Tea is like nature's pharmacy'

Lavender known to aid sleep (photo: Adobe)

These are five natural herbs that will aid sleep

Early morning can be an ideal time to work out (photo: Adobe)

10 pre-workout breakfast ideas to help you fuel up fast

Vegan mayo delivery to your door (photo: James Linsell-Clark)

Plant based makeover for veganuary with a green taste for classic dressing

Cheers to cheesy chat-up lines!

"Love them or hate them, a cheesy chat-up line can be a great icebreaker"

Aldi's 10-4 Brewing Session IPA won a Master Medal - the highest achievement awarded

Aldi beers recognised as some of the best in the world

Dry January can continue into damp year

Surviving February 2 unofficial "Had a Few Too Many Day"

Camden Town Brewery launch Valentine's Gifting Bundles

For romantic gesture try Camden Town Brewery’s Valentine's Gifting Bundles

It's easy to be misled into common cooking myths (photo: Adobe)

Cooking myths debunked

HelloFresh have tips to make your food budget go further

Simple ways to cut your food bill with money saving tips from HelloFresh

Stunning view from an 'Oceanfront' room at The Palms Hotel & Spa. Image: J Kevin Foltz

An unforgettable beach holiday and a spot of food culture in Miami

"Sitting in the sunshine with a lovely view, it was just marvellous."

Karen Wright: Tapas or not tapas, that is the question

Giving a dog antibiotics (photo: Adobe)

Simple steps to address danger of pet antibiotics

Your diet could be keeping you awake at night (photo: Adobe)

Foods that could be keeping you awake

"We have just enjoyed our breakfast, there was so much choice."

Karen Wright: Blue sky and sunshine in Spain