Knife sharpener Mick Fox is on the cutting edge when it comes to charity fundraising – and his latest project is no exception, involving more than 300 of the nation’s top chefs.

Mick, better known as The Knifeman, and photographer Stephen Saville are compiling a cook book in the form of a desktop diary, with a recipe for every day of the year, each from a different chef.

To read the full article in the Sheffield Telegraph please click here.

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We are hosting our 4th annual dinner for Coeliac Awareness on Monday the 13th May 2013

As ever we've plundered the finest and freshest Yorkshire Ingredients to create a creative and seasonal 5 course menu which confirms our commitment to always providing interesting and tasty gluten free dishes on the monthly changing Silversmiths menus.
We're particularly excited to be hosting this dinner this year as we have been building up great relationships with some outstanding suppliers who as ever share our values of exacting provenance and wonderful tastes and flavours.
Our kitchen has created a wonderful menu which embraces fresh seasonality – pushing the merits of this fabulous Springtime produce as well as being mindful that we all should be able to dine like Kings regardless of Coeliac disease – an ethic that Silversmiths has always majored on.
Look out for 'Loose Birds' free range chicken terrine, 'Roxholme Farm' cured trout and the wonderful Hay Smoked lamb breast.
We are taking bookings between 5.30 and 9pm on Monday the 13th May 2013.

Guests will be dining on a 5 course menu. Price: £24.95 per person.We have limited places available booking essential!

Silversmiths Restaurant
111 Arundel Street, Sheffield, S1 2NT
Tel: 0114 270 6160
www.silversmiths-restaurant.com
 

Location: Silversmiths
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Following the fantastic success of our previous four Pudding Clubs we are delighted to announce that our next Pop Up Pudding Club will be held on Tuesday 25^th June at JG Graves Woodland Discovery Centre in Ecclesall Woods.

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Michelin-starred Derbyshire Peak District restaurant, Fischer's at Baslow Hall, is inviting food lovers to explore around its beautiful gardens on May 21, before settling down to enjoy the most local of local food. Freelance broadcaster and author of 8 books Dr. Patrick Harding will guide guests as they forage for unusual foods in Baslow Hall gardens.
Starting at 10.30 am with coffee, biscuits and an illustrated talk, entitled ‘Foraging for food from the countryside’. At 11.45 am guests will then head out with Patrick into the grounds of Baslow Hall to identify edibles, before returning to the restaurant at 1 pm for a three-course special lunch that will include food gathered from the gardens and sourced from the Peak District.

Menu
Derbyshire Rainbow Trout
Jersey Royals, wild garlic from the banks of the River Derwent
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Roast Guinea Fowl Breast
leek hearts collected from the garden, lime & ginger sauce
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Panna Cotta flavoured with Douglas Fir Pine from Baslow Hall’s Garden with Elderflower Granite

Guests are invited to wander around the garden at leisure after lunch
£55 including a glass of wine with lunch

Limited availability, book now on 01246 583259 please note full payment required at the time of booking

Fischer’s Baslow Hall
Calver Road, Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1RR
www.fischers-baslowhall.co.uk

Location: Fischer's Baslow Hall
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Join St George for late breakfast at the Devonshire Arms Middle Handley
What better way to celebrate St George’s Day than with that great culinary tradition the Full English Breakfast?
But if you’re one of the millions who now claim they’re too busy for a sit down meal at daybreak, you can still tuck into the full works a little later in the day with the team at The Devonshire Arms at Middle Handley.
The Devonshire Arms will be celebrating St George’s Day on Tuesday, April 23 by serving a Full English from 5pm to 9pm.
And in proper Devonshire Arms style, the meal will not just be English but sourced locally too!
“Our head chef Tom Lawson always insists on using fresh produce from as close to home as possible,” said Devonshire Arms manager Alistair Myers.
“That means the sausage and bacon will be from Moss Valley, the black pudding will be from Andrew’s Butchers, the eggs will have been laid in Killamarsh and, of course, the bread for toast will have been made in our own kitchen.”
The special celebration menu will be completed with DIY Eton Mess, all the ingredients for the traditional English pudding favourite – meringue, raspberries, Chantilly cream - delivered to the table for diners to construct themselves.
The two courses cost just £16.50 per person and places are already limited.
For more information about the Devonshire Arms or to make a reservation visit www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com or call 01246 434 800.
 

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Great British Beef Week is an annual celebration of the British Beef industry. Timed to coincide with St George’s Day (23rd April) each year, it is supported both at a local level, with regional events, and nationally with the backing of the nation’s biggest supermarket retailers.

In 2013, Great British Beef Week will take place from 21 to 27 April and this year, Ladies in Beef is joining forces with the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (R.A.B.I.). R.A.B.I. is a charity which helps farming families in financial difficulty. Its work is funded by public donations, fundraising events and initiatives and support from businesses and community groups. To find out more visit www.rabi.org.uk
 

We’d love you to join us and celebrate British beef while raising funds for this worthy cause. Find out how you can get involved. visit
http://www.ladiesinbeef.org.uk/

Celebrate Great British Beef week locally

Visit Barretts for their Bistro Steak Night which features sirloin, rib eye, fillet and chateau briand to share.

Barretts: 2 Hutcliffe Wood Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S8 0EX
Telephone: 0114 249 1055

Try out the special menus at the Milestone and the Wig & Pen
Join us in celebrating all that is great about British produce in our renowned nose to tail weeks.
This month it's all about Beef! A chance to celebrate and enjoy a selection of locally sourced Beef dishes created by our kitchen with the usual Milestone twist!
The menu will be available at both The Milestone and The Wig & Pen daily.

Featuring:
Starter;
Home corned beef brisket, English mustard cream, pickled beets & radishes

Main;
Cow heel & kidney stew, with Hispi cabbage & horseradish mashed potato

This is one of our popular nose to tail events so booking is advisory.

www.the-milestone.co.uk 0114 272 8327
www.the-wigandpen.co.uk 0114 272 2150

http://www.the-milestone.co.uk/menus/beef-week-2013.pdf

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TAKE two local sports stars and two serious food fans…it could the recipe for a real Hell’s Kitchen.
At the same time, though, the quartet of unlikely foodies will be raising money for Sheffield’s only hospice.
For they are the competitors in the G Casino Hell’s Kitchen afternoon, the April 7 event that aims to give a serious cash boost to St Luke’s Hospice.
And both will have support from a pair of Sheffield food loving bloggers who will help to turn their menus into a three course dinner for the event’s paying guests.
"This is a fantastic way to support a vital charity and one that needs to raise more than £4.5 million every year just to stay open," said the hospice’s Corporate Fundraising manager Hannah Jordan.
"We are very grateful to G Casino for hosting this event and providing the ingredients for what we hope will be a fantastic dining experience."
It costs just £5 to secure a place at the dinner, though guests will be asked on the evening to make a donation based on what they think the finished meal is worth – and the winner will be the team that raises the larger amount.
To reserve a place and for more details call Laurence at G Casino on 0114 2757433.
 

Location: G Casino
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Easter Egg Hunt
Our Easter Egg Hunt is back, bigger...better than before!

Follow the clues to locations on the Farm. Find the hidden letters there, find all the letters in all the locations and they will spell out two words which fit in with the Easter theme. Once you've visited all the locations and worked out the secret words - you can claim your prize! NO ONE goes home with an empty Easter basket!

£1.50 to enter - price includes a raffle ticket for the draw to win a big, chocolate egg. Parents/carers free.
 

Starts off in the Reception Classroom.
For 10 year olds and under - parent/carer must supervise children on the hunt.
 

All the money raised goes towards our animals upkeep and other projects at the Farm.

Ring 0114 2580482 email s.hardy@heeleyfarm.org.uk for more details.
 

No booking required

Heeley City Farm
Richards Road, S2 3DT
Saturday 30th March
12 till 2pm

Location: Heeley City Farm
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TV chef Simon Rimmer in line up for Sheffield beer event
Sunday Brunch TV chef Simon Rimmer has been confirmed as a speaker at BeerX, the celebration of British beer to be staged at Ponds Forge by the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) next month.
Alongside Simon is a diverse line up of speakers including Garrett Oliver, Brooklyn Brewery’s Master Brewer, and leading figures from the Government and Opposition.
Speeches will take place on Friday 15th March before an anticipated audience of 500 SIBA brewers, licensees, suppliers and others from the brewing industry, as well as interested members of the public.
The speakers are:
• Julian Grocock: SIBA chief executive
• Garrett Oliver: Master Brewer at America’s Brooklyn Brewery and Editor in Chief of the Oxford Companion to Beer
• Toby Perkins: Shadow Minister for Small Business and MP for Chesterfield
• Simon Rimmer: chef, beer enthusiast and star of Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch
• Brandon Lewis: Community Pubs Minister and MP for Great Yarmouth
Julian Grocock said, “All of our speakers will be setting out their vision for British brewing. Given their very different backgrounds, we are expecting a diverse set of speeches, which will nonetheless share a passion for our national drink.
“By bringing together figures from politics, brewing and – through Simon Rimmer – the wider world of food and drink, we have created a speaker programme with wide appeal. Our ambition with BeerX has always been to celebrate British beer before a broad audience ranging from drink industry veterans to novice beer drinkers.”
Attendance at the speeches on the Friday – termed Industry Day – is free of charge, though guests must register at http://siba.co.uk/beerx/event-information/. The daytime events are followed by the BeerX Festival of Beer, to which admission is payable. Advance tickets available at www.beerx.org.
SIBA BeerX runs from 13 – 16 March, at Ponds Forge in central Sheffield.

Location: Ponds Forge
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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph
 

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/community/food-for-thought/chefs-launch-new-city-centre-venue-1-5471665

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Throughout March St Luke's Hospice are asking for extra help to raise £5million to rebuild a new In Patient Unit.  They are doing this by asking people to join in with 'The Great Pie and Peas Up'.  We will be helping to support St Luke's Hospice by donating £1 for each pie sold on one of our 'Personal Pie Nights' throughout March, along with any additional voluntary customer donations. We are asking for our customers, family and friends to help us raise money for an extremely worthwhile charity.

Please click on the following link for details: http://www.spoon-cafebistro.co.uk/ 

You can also help us to raise money by clicking on the link below to donate through JustGiving:

http://www.justgiving.com/Spoon-Cafebistro

Thank you for your continuing support...

Jo & Jules

Spoon 

20 Abbey Lane

Sheffield

S8 0BL 

tel: 0114 274 0014

www.spoon-cafebistro.co.uk

twitter: @spoonbistro

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Light lunches at the Devonshire Arms Middle Handley
Lighter lunches are coming to the Devonshire Arms at Middle Handley…and at a new lighter price.
Chef Tom Lawson has devised a new sinle course menu that includes Haddock and Parsley Fishcake, Chicken and Bacon Caesar Salad, Crayfish Cocktail and Lunch Sized Beer battered Fish and Chips. Both Crab and Chilli Linguine and Pea andPesto Risotto are served in either small or large sizes. There is also the Devonshire Platter and a full range of sandwiches, including Crayfish tails, Fillet Steak, Mature Cheddar Cheese and Free Range Chicken and Bacon.
“We have recognised that many of our daytime visitors are looking for a simple, lighter lunchtime menu as opposed to two and three course special offers,” said Devonshire Arms manager Alistair Myers.
“All these light lunch dishes are presented with the Devonshire Arms’ usual attention to taste and detail and make for a great value meal out.
“And because it’s available between 12 noon and 3pm, there’s no need to feel you have to rush.”
For more information about the Devonshire Arms or to make a reservation visit www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com or call 01246 434 800.

Middle Handley is a small village just off the B6056 between Sheffield and Chesterfield, minutes from Dronfield and Ridgeway and just 15 minutes from M1 Junction 30. The Devonshire Arms, in Lightwood Lane, has its own large car park

Location: Devonshire Arms Middle Handley
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THE team at the Devonshire Arms Middle Handley are aiming to put a smile on costumers’ faces with their own Comic Relief version of the Great British Menu competition!
The award winning pub and restaurant’s head chef Tom Lawson, sous chef Craig Middleton, junior chef Simon Maw and commis chef Jodi Wilson will be competing against each other to create a series of dishes that will then be served at a special Red Nose Day dinner on March 15.
Over the three weekends before the BBC charity event, the chefs will create a series of starters, mains and desserts, with the best sellers going on to be served at the Red Nose Dinner.
To support the charity, 50p from the sale of every starter and dessert will go to Red Nose Day, along with £1 from every main course.
The cost of the March 15 dinner will be £35 per head, with £5 from every individual booking going direct to Red Nose Day.
The pub’s suppliers have also come up with a series of special Red Nose Day prizes that will be auctioned and raffled throughout the evening.
“The whole kitchen team is extremely competitive and can’t wait to get started on creating some knockout dishes,” said bar and restaurant manager Alistair Myers.
“We know the menu we serve on March 15 will be the finest because it will be based on the best vote of all, the number of sales we make in the run-up to the event.
“It’s going to be a fabulous night, with all our produce, as ever, sourced locally, so I think we can safely say we’ll be putting a smile on all out customers’ faces!”
For more information about the Devonshire Arms or to make a reservation visit www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com or call 01246 434 800.
 
 
Middle Handley is a small village just off the B6056 between Sheffield and Chesterfield, minutes from Dronfield and Ridgeway and just 15 minutes from M1 Junction 30. The Devonshire Arms, in Lightwood Lane, has its own large car park

Location: Devonshire Arms Middle Handley
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Brewkitchen names Children's hospital charity it's charity of the year.

Sheffield’s biggest independent restaurant group, BrewKitchen, has named The Children’s Hospital Charity as its charity of the year.
After hearing about the charity’s Make It Better appeal, which aims to raise £20m towards a £40m development at The Children’s Hospital to transform and improve Sheffield's facilities, the group wanted to get involved and show their support.
The charity appeal is needed for the enhancements that will transform the building into a state-of-the-art facility. These will include: single rooms and en-suite facilities, a special play tower, gardens, specialist medical equipment and artwork.
Victoria Smith, BrewKitchen director, said: “We’ve been involved in charity work since BrewKitchen began, but we wanted to make an even bigger commitment and what better charity to support? The Children’s Hospital Charity does such fantastic work, both for local children and those further afield.
“As well as raising money at events throughout the year at all our restaurants, we’re making Graze Inn on Ecclesall Road the charity’s special place. We’ll be adding an optional £1 onto every bill, every penny of which will go directly to The Children’s Hospital Charity.
“We’ll also be running competitions and have a few ideas for events in the pipeline. Information will be available on our websites and Twitter accounts.”
Rebecca Staden, senior fundraiser at The Children’s Hospital Charity, said: "We are so excited about the partnership with BrewKitchen and can't wait to get started on the creative fundraisers we have come up with together.
"The Make it Better appeal and the transformation of The Children's Hospital will make a massive difference to our young patients and their families and we want to say a hue thank you to BrewKitchen for their support and for being part of this very special appeal."

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Even more time to eat cake...and lots more!

Fancie by Night

From Tuesday 26th of February, we will be opening our doors after hours for those who like to dine in comfort. No airs and graces here, just delicious, fresh food to enjoy in a perfectly relaxed environment.
You bring a bottle, we'll bring the food.
See you at Fancie!
Call 0114 266 3311 to book

http://www.fancie.co.uk/fancie_by_night/

Location: Fancie, Ecclesall Rd
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 “14 year old, Connor Blades, from York cooks up a winner at Springboard’s FutureChef2013 North East Competition!
 

School attendee beats five to win place at National Final

14 February 2013, North East: Serving up a menu of Pan-fried Breast of Pigeon with a Wild Mushroom and Pearl Barley Risotto, Chantennay Carrots, Cavelo Nero, Coffee Jelly, Coffee Foam and Red Wine Jus, Chocolate and Cherry Garden; Hot Chocolate Fondant, Chocolate Soil, Kirsch-soaked Cherries, Pistachio Cream

14 year old Connor Blades from Barlby High School, York has cooked his way into the National Finals of Springboard’s FutureChef 2013 competition.

On 14th February at Sheffield Hallam University, Connor Blades joined five young, aspiring chefs at the North East regional final.  In recent months these dedicated young chefs have already outshone more than twenty of their peers in earlier rounds of the Springboard’s FutureChef – The Competition 2013. At the North East finals they showcased their fantastic cooking, budgeting and time management skills.

Springboard’s FutureChef, is a nationwide culinary competition which is delivered in over 500 schools nationwide.  The main goal of the FutureChef competition is to assist young people aged 12-16 to learn the critical life skills of cooking and understanding nutrition as well as providing invaluable insight into and inspiration for building a career within the hospitality industry.

The talented hopefuls began their challenge back in September 2012 and have already succeeded in two previous rounds of competition as they cooked for a place in this year’s final. On the 14th February Connor Blades reigned supreme, impressing the judges, with his winning menu of Pan-fried Breast of Pigeon with a Wild Mushroom and Pearl Barley Risotto, Chantennay Carrots, Cavelo Nero, Coffee Jelly, Coffee Foam and Red Wine Jus, followed by Chocolate and Cherry Garden; Hot Chocolate Fondant, Chocolate Soil, Kirsch-soaked Cherries, Pistachio Cream, which according to the judges he delivered with the confidence of a professional.

Head Judge Norman Dinsdale said “Connor wowed us with his complete focus, highly organised and calm approach to working in such a pressured environment and at the same time, he displayed excellent knives skills, good workmanship and a real understanding of the techniques to produce great food.  I’ve worked with professionals who would have been delighted to have produced the results Connor did and he really stood out today.  I’m very proud to be part of the Springboard FutureChef programme and it’s so encouraging to know that there is a new generation of chefs with the talent to succeed in this wonderful industry.”

Winner Connor Blades said “I’m absolutely delighted to have won and I couldn’t have done it without my mentor Chris Finnigan.  I can’t wait for the National Final”.

Springboard Regional Manager Joanne Wood said “Springboard’s FutureChef was developed as a result of research into young people’s ideas about the hospitality industry.  Our research revealed that young people really admire high-profile and celebrity chefs yet surprisingly few genuinely consider a career as a chef!  The FutureChef programme provides teachers and young people with a wonderful insight into the wealth of career opportunities that the hospitality sector.”

The 2013 Competition will culminate on the 18th March this year, with the National Final taking place at Westminster Kingsway College in London.  This year has witnessed an enormous 8,768 students from throughout the UK participate in The Competition

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People living in food poverty are not able to obtain healthy, nutritious food, or can’t access the food they would like to eat.  The Sheffield Fairness Commission has heard evidence about the current extent of food poverty in the city.
This workshop is an opportunity for key stakeholders across all sectors to discuss how best to work together to build on current good work and take forward the Fairness Commission recommendations to tackle food poverty in Sheffield.
 
The workshop is aimed at individuals, organisations and agencies across all sectors in Sheffield who:
• Are involved in the food chain/food businesses
• Come into contact with people in Sheffield who are experiencing food poverty
• Deal with the consequences of food poverty
• Refer to food banks
• Are involved in commissioning and strategic planning in this area

09.00-13.00; Quaker Meeting House, 10 James Street, Sheffield, S1 2EW
To book a place on the workshop, please contact:
Kalvinder Smith on: 0114 2057464 / kalvinder.smith@sheffield.gcsx.gov.uk Please note that places are limited

Location: Quaker Meeting House
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Leave The Car at Home! Travel for free to Silversmiths!

We're jumping on board a new travel idea which allows you to travel for free into the City Centre and back home again!

We're working in conjunction with 'Greener Journeys' and are offering anyone who books/dines with Silversmiths a free
day travel pass for buses and trams which means you don't have the hassle of driving, parking, fuel et al...  Hurray!
Find out how to get your free travel pass and the ideas behind it on our blog!

Silversmiths Restaurant
111 Arundel Street, Sheffield, S1 2NT
Tel: 0114 270 6160
www.silversmiths-restaurant.com
 

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http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/seafood-special-by-sheffield-chef-for-pie-appeal-1-5341471

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/tips-to-bake-a-perfect-pie-1-5337679
 

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Whisper 'secret supper' to the lovely staff at the Samuel Fox Country Inn, Bradwell on a Friday evening and you might find yourself lucky enough to graze your way through a selection of mini tastes at mini prices of the restaurant's a la carte menu...now that's a secret well worth knowing!

Location: Samuel Fox Country Inn, Bradwell
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Sheffield on the menu at the Devonshire Arms Middle Handley
IT’S a true taste of Sheffield…and a chance to see your family’s favourite dessert join the menu at one of the region’s most popular pub restaurants.
The Devonshire Arms at Middle Handley is holding a special Sheffield Supper on Wednesday, February 27, with chef Tom Lawson and sous chef Craig Middleton coming up with a three course choice that evokes some Sheffield childhood memories.
That means traditional Sheffield fishcakes for starters, followed by stew and dumplings served in a Yorkshire Pudding – with Henderson’s Relish for extra flavour of course – and a dessert of sticky Sheffield Parkin, based on a recipe created by chef Tom’s grandma Beatrice.
And everybody who books for the evening is being invited to bring along their own family favourite dessert recipe for a special competition which will see Tom and the team choose the best – which will then be available on the Devonshire Arms Sunday lunch menu throughout April!
“Following the enormous success of our recent Great British Pie Night, we decided to follow it up with something that has a truly local flavour and Tom has devised a menu that delivers the full Sheffield experience – and all for just £20 per head!” said Devonshire Arms manager Alistair Myers.
“It’s time that the people of Sheffield recognised they have a culinary tradition to be proud of and can take its place on any good restaurant menu.
“And then on top of all that there’s the chance to see your mum or grannie’s best dessert recipe join the Devonshire Arms Sunday lunch menu through the whole of April – and that’s as local as we can get!”
For more information about the Sheffield Supper Night and other events at the Devonshire Arms visit www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com or call 01246 434 800.

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Henderson’s take on Worcester in the Battle of the Relishes!
It's the battle of the condiments…two meal time giants battling it out for the title of top tastebud tickler!
 
In one corner there’s Henderson’s Relish, the one thing that any true Sheffielder will tell you brings dinner to life, a firm family favourite made to a secret recipe for more than a hundred years. In the other corner there’s Worcestershire Sauce, the Lea and Perrins brand that has been a global hit since 1837. But the two will finally come face to face and taste to taste at The Devonshire Arms in Middle Handley on January 23 with a special Great British Pie Night challenge. For guests will be given the chance to stimulate their tastebuds and take a blindfold test to see if they can taste the difference between Hendo’s and its big brand rival – with a free pint of local ale for anybody who can tell which is which!
“Our Great British Pie Night is going to be a celebration of traditional food values and tastes,” said Devonshire Arms manager Alistair Myers. “Our award winning Head Chef Tom Lawson is already creating some very special pies for the night – real pies with both a pastry base and lid.
“But anybody from Sheffeld will tell you that the only true accompaniment to a pie is a good dash of Henderson’s Relish, which we will of course be serving.
“And for anybody who really does think Worcestershire Sauce is just as good there’ll be the chance to take part in our Relish Challenge – that should sort out the locals from the outsiders!”

Another attraction on the night will be the Devonshire Arms Great Pie Quiz, a series of questions about the world’s most celebrated pies.
“We think this is going to be a memorable night for food lovers,” said Alistair. “And we aim to prove once and for all that Henderson’s is King of the condiments!”
 
For more information about the Great British Pie Night and other events at the Devonshire Arms visit www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com or call 01246 434 800.

Location: Devonshire Arms, Middle Handley
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Eat Sheffield would like to wish a very happy 6th Birthday to all friends at the Milestone! Have a great one guys and here's to many more!

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As part of our efforts to delight customers we've already undertaken some refurbishments and in the New Year we'll be closing for two weeks to make some further improvements in the kitchen and bar areas. We'll be closing on Wednesday 2nd January and reopening again for dinner on Thursday 17th January. You'll be able to make reservations for when we reopen throughout our two week closure, by email or by telephone.

James Duckett, Chef/Proprietor

www.samuelfox.co.uk     
tel: 01433 621562  
enquiries@samuelfox.co.uk

The Samuel Fox Country Inn,
Bradwell, Hope Valley,
Peak District National Park,
S33 9JT 

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Over 600 beers to be available at Sheffield BeerX Festival of Beer!

Local brewers are stepping up to showcase their beers at BeerX, the Society of Independent Brewers’ (SIBA) celebration of beer in Sheffield in March. Based on registrations from brewers, SIBA is expecting between 600-700 beers to be served at the BeerX Festival of Beer.

The BeerX Festival of Beer will be the biggest in the UK to serve keg as well as cask and bottled beers and will offer a greater diversity of beer styles.  From pale craft lagers to dark porters, taking in strong and best bitters; golden and pale ales, milds and stouts as well as beers brewed with honey, elderflower and coffee – to name but a few – the choice of brews at BeerX makes it a beer festival like no other.

Julian Grocock, SIBA chief executive, said, “We’re delighted by our members’ enthusiastic response to BeerX.  Our vision for BeerX, from the outset, has been to create an event that truly captures the diversity, passion and excitement of the UK’s local brewing industry and we are on track to deliver this to the anticipated 5,000+ visitors in March.”

Brewers who have already offered to send beers to Sheffield come from all corners of the country: as far north as the Isle of Arran to the Isle of Wight in the south, and from Lowestoft in the east to Penzance in the west.

BeerX runs from March 13th – 16th and will bring together SIBA’s Annual Brewing Conference – which will include a the final judging and presentations for the National Brewing Competition,  the Business Awards, Associate Members’ Forum and the Festival of Beer.  The entire event is being held at Ponds Forge Conference Centre, in Sheffield city centre. 

BeerX will include a programme of speakers drawn from the international brewing and pub industry, as well as a series of technical seminars aimed at brewers and brewery managers. More detail on both will follow later this month.

 SIBA members and other industry guests wanting to find out more about BeerX should visit the dedicated section on the SIBA website: www.siba.co.uk/beerx
 

Location: Ponds Forge Conferance Centre
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A new Sunday lunch menu launches at Nonnas!

Menu Della Domenica

Cosy brunches...lazy lunches...for family...for friends...for sharing...Sunday's are for indulging in togetherness, for gathering up your family and friends around the table and nourishing your souls. They're about comfort food and sharing plates and relaxing in the warmth of good company so Buon Appetito!

www.nonnas.co.uk

Location: Nonnas
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Tuesday 8th January...the day!

Pies launched at the York!

Pies come with mushy peas and a choice of chips or wholegrain mustard mash. Pie choice includes steak and ale with button mushrooms and smoked haddock, salmon and mussels with a mash potato lid. Daily meat and vegetarian choices available.

The York
243-247 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 3BA
0114 266 4624

Location: The York, Broomhill
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Craft Union: Matching Beer with Food

Thornbridge brewery and Sheffield Chef Richard Smith release first collaborative publication.

Yes, beer really can be a great match for food. Craft Union – Matching Beer with Food sees the award-winning Thornbridge Brewery tell the tale of its journey from fledgling start-up to one with a worldwide reputation for a high quality, diverse range of beers. Along the way it has partnered with Sheffield chef Richard Smith and created a union of beer and food matching explained though recipes designed to highlight the marriage of the two. As well as a brief history of Thornbridge Brewery, Craft Union features recipe chapters focused on seafood, locally-sourced foods served at Sheffield’s Cricket Inn and food grown at Thornbridge Hall itself. Guest recipes from award-winning beer writers are also included, as well as an introduction to matching food and beer by expert and Master Brewer Alex Barlow.

Craft Union is available now to buy online at www.thornbridgebrewery.co.uk/shop and at BrewKitchen restaurants in and around Sheffield (full list at www.brewkitchen.co.uk).

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With great feedback from our trials, we are pleased to announce the launch of our Private Dining Service
We all love to host parties at home, where you can enjoy the same company in a more relaxed setting - your own ambience, no travel issues, more money to spend on good wine, privacy, no curfew... All well and good, though after two days of endless preparation you will then want to be able to actually enjoy hosting the party, rather than being tied to the stove...

Do you want to host a party at your own home or venue of choice?

Do you want fine food without having to be in a restaurant?

Organic Fusion can help!

We will create a customised menu for you, with up to 5 choices for each course, incorporating any of your guests special dietary requirements.*

We will then come fully prepared to your venue and cook your menu fresh, serving your guests and taking away the dirty dishes, leaving you to enjoy what is most important - your party!*
 

For further information please contact:

Melvin Jarman,
Organic Fusion
Email: melvin@organicfusion.co.uk
Phone: 0114 303 3003
 

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Our new evening menu starts this Friday (popular pie night as usual on Thursdays!).  To celebrate the coming of 2013 we have also extended our lunch menu.  Please visit our website to see what's on offer...
 
http://www.spoon-cafebistro.co.uk/
 
Although we have unfortunately been unable to avoid a minor increase on some of our prices any longer, due to the need to keep up with external costs, wherever possible our menu prices remain the same including 'Personal Pie Night' at £20 for two pies and two glasses of wine (or soft drink) and our evening set menu at £17 for 3 courses. We would like to take this opportunity to say a huge 'thank you' to all our customers for their continued support since we opened and hope that this need for any slight changes are understood.  
 
We hope you had a lovely christmas and wish you all the best for 2013.
 
Jo & Jules

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Spoon
20 Abbey Lane
Sheffield
S8 0BL
 
tel: 0114 274 0014
www.spoon-cafebistro.co.uk
twitter: @spoonbistro
 

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Hi everyone, we are a new vegan social group based in Sheffield but covering the whole of South Yorkshire.
 
We are Sassy V - Secret Association of South Yorkshire Vegans.
 
The group is open to long term vegans, new vegans and non-vegans who are curious about the lifestyle.
 
We meet every FIRST Saturday of the month at LUSH on Fargate in Sheffield. Access is through the shop and up the stairs. We have lots of social events coming up during 2013 so do come along on the FIRST Saturday of every month to see if any take your fancy.
 
You can contact us either via email or on facebook:
 Email sassyvegans@yahoo.co.uk or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SecretAssociationOfSouthYorkshireVegans
 
If you fancy coming along please do email us or join us on Facebook so we will be able to keep you informed if there are any changes.
 
Cheers Sassy V
 

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By Jo Davison, Sheffield Star
Published on Wednesday 19 December 2012

ONLY the plum pudding is supposed to go in the pressure cooker – not you.
But as Christmas Day draws to a close, thousands of women across South Yorkshire will sink down into the sofa feeling stressed out and utterly exhausted – and wondering why, yet again, they made such a meal out of the festive dinner.
Why on earth didn’t they just feel the peace and joy, get merry and enjoy themselves instead of working themselves into even more of a frazzle than the parsnips, which got burnt to a crisp as usual.
“Family cooks put themselves under so much pressure at Christmas,” says a man who knows all about the heat of the kitchen.
Mick Burke is senior chef lecturer at The Sheffield College; he has trained thousands of young catering students in his time and oversees all the cooking at the college’s highly-rated public restaurant, Sparks.

Read more: http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/dinner-minus-the-dramas-1-5237182

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Published on Tuesday 18 December 2012 - Sheffield Telegraph
It's always great to meet someone with vision and Ali Khan dreams of a restaurant with an open kitchen where diners could sit round and see their food cooked in front of them. He also wants to run cookery courses to show people how to cook Asian food in an authentic way. I think he may be on to something. In the meantime, Kashmiri Kitchen on Ecclesall Road is already innovative as the menu has a choice of only six starters and seven main courses.
And at last someone does home-made puddings...

Read more: http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/ali-s-mother-s-pride-1-5235845

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Staff at St Luke’s Hospice have cooked up a tasty new way of supporting their work – and having a great night out into the bargain.
Their latest fundraising initiative is Come Dine @ Mine, a variation on the popular Channel 4 cooking challenge. And it was launched this week with a dinner party at the hospice.
Community fundraising manager Fran Morley came up withe scheme and developed it with the help of colleague Leia Bassett and St Luke’s head chef Nick Wilkes.
Sheffield Telegraph, 18th December: http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/health/st-luke-s-fundraising-scheme-is-all-in-the-best-possible-taste-1-5235834

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The award winning Devonshire Arms at Middle Handley is going into the New Year with a whole new a la carte menu.
A new range of a la carte mains from chef Tom Lawson includes Roasted Rack of Derbyshire Lamb, Duo of Moss Valley Pork, Pan Fried Fillet of Hake and Wild Mushroom Linguine – prices range from £11 to £12.50.
Maintaining a tradition of Pub Classics, however, Tom continues to serve the famous Handley Pie of the Day, Farmers’ Blonde Ale Battered Fish and Chips, Rea; Fillet Steak Burger and 10oz Gammon Steak.
And there’s also a full choice of steaks and sauces, all served with hand cut chips, grilled tomato, mushroom and beer battered onion rings.
Lighter Bites include Moules a la Crème, Devonshire Platter and a Warm Winter Salad.
“We are constantly working on refining our menus and adapting to the changing seasons,” said Devonshire Arms Manager Alistair Myers. “We aim to change our selection every three months but whatever the season we always pride ourselves on sourcing our meat and all other ingredients locally. We are open all day and we serve food to meet the needs of our customers, starting with lunch and then going through to an early evening meal or full dinner. The important thing to us is that while ever our customers want to eat we should be able to provide them with an outstanding dish of their choice – regardless of the time!”

For more information about the new Devonshire Arms menu or to make a booking visit www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com

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24 shopping days to go and here we are receiving all the wonderful things to make your Christmas EXTRA special

We will have a great selection of wines and champagne a fabulous selection of festive food and loads of great gift items

This Saturday the 8th  - We are having a mega pre-Christmas Sale

All wine, champagne, sparkling and spirits are on offer at the following discounts

Spend £100 get 10%
Spend £150 get 15%
Spend £200 get 20%
Spend £250+ and get a whopping 25% off,

THIS OFFER IS ONLY AVAILABLE ON SATURDAY 8TH DECEMBER 2012

PHONE ORDERS WELCOME

PRE-ORDERS WELCOME

Christmas Food

Please order where you can to guarantee delivery

Food will be available w/c 18/12

Cheese will be available w/c 10/12

Christmas Food Items 2012     
       
Cheeses          
Mrs Kirkhams Lancashire     
Isle of Mull Cheddar      
Lincolnshire Poacher      
Comte - 24 month      
Colston Basset Stilton      
Ribblesdale Goats Cheese     
Forme d'Ambert      
Brie de Meaux      
Vacherin Mont d'Or      
Vacherin Mont d'Or (Individual 600g)    
       
Smoked Salmon - Hand smoked in East London by traditional methods - Amazing!!
       
Burbush Pies           
Pork Pies  450g     
Game Pies  450g      
Pork Pies  900g     
Game Pies  900g     
       
Alderton             
Alderton Hams - Boneless 1/2's     
Smoked Chicken Breast     
Smoked Duck Breast      
Pate  200g      
chicken liver, duck liver, pate de canard, pheasant, venison and wild boar 
       
Caviar              
Sevruga, Oscietra & Beluga to order    
       
Foie Gras            
Please order fresh lobes     
Tins available ex stock        
       

Christmas Opening Times

Monday 17th - 10-6
Tuesday 18th - 10-6
Wednesday 19th - 10-6
Thursday 20th - 10-6
Friday 21st - 10-6
Saturday 22nd - 10-6
Sunday 23rd - 11-4
Monday 24th - 9-5

We look forward to seeing you soon!!!

Adrian & Mark
                      
Adrian Walsh
Managing Director
FFW Ltd
760 Ecclesall Rd
Sheffield S11 8TB

0114 266 8747

www.foodandfinewine.com

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If you fancy a stall at the Beauchief Winter Market email info@thebeauchief.com

Raising money for The Childrens Hospital Charity

Location: The Beauchief
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Christmas is just around the corner...

And with feelings of charity and giving in the air we're delighted to announce our donation of £2000 to the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust.
Our Field to Plate Bistro nights have been sell out successes and we're proud to donate 100% of profits straight to the trust helping 50 young people from inner city schools to experience residential visits to a working farm.
 
We have some amazing festive produce from Whirlow Hall Farm on the menu in December.

Remember we're presenting Christmas Dinner AND Lunch so don't forget to book!

Silversmiths Restaurant
111 Arundel Street, Sheffield, S1 2NT
Tel: 0114 270 6160
www.silversmiths-restaurant.com

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Pop in and meet the Pop Up Butcher at the Devonshire Arms 
WHO better to ask about the best cut of meat for that special dinner date than a butcher?
And that’s why the award winning Devonshire Arms at Middle Handley is hosting a special Pop Up Butcher event on November 15. Master Butcher Andrew Birks will be at the restaurant and pub to offer guests his advice on the finest steaks and leanest cuts, which will then be cooked by head chef Tom Lawson. 
“Andrew will be present throughout the evening with a full butcher’s counter, featuring a fantastic selection of all the best steaks and cuts,” said Devonshire Arms manager Alistair Myers. “He will cut exactly the size and weight you order and then it will go directly to the kitchen to be individually prepared, along with our special chips, jacket potatoes, fresh vegetables, salads and our own coleslaws.” Alistair will also have a special wine list for the evening, created specifically to match food and drink. “It promises to be a great evening and something unlike anything our guests may have experienced before,” said Alistair.
 
Places for the evening will be strictly limited but to book simply call 01246 434 800 or visit: www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com

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From fields to plates and into the community!

Christmas is just around the corner... and with feelings of charity and giving in the air we're delighted to announce our donation of £2000 to the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust.
Our Field to Plate Bistro nights have been sell out successes and we're proud to donate 100% of profits straight to the trust helping 50 young people from inner city schools to experience residential visits to a working farm.

Big thanks to you guys at Silversmith!

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PJ Taste and The Sheffield Brewery Company present an evening of Food, Fungi and Beer

Dr Patrick Harding  will give an illustrated talk on the best edible wild fungi growing in Britain; where to look for them and how to recognise them. Dr Tim Stillman will lead tours of the brewery giving a wonderful assault on the senses: the aroma of the hops; the crunch of the malt; the sight of yeast fermenting and the taste of some wonderfully individual fine quality real ales .

PJ taste will provide welcome drinks and nibbles and hot dishes of fungal pleasure .
 

Venue: Sheffield Brewery Company, Unit 111, JC Albyn Complex,Burton Road, Sheffield S3 8BT
Places are £20 per person.  Please e-mail your booking request to ask@pjtaste.co.uk.  We will confirm availability and payment details.

Location: Sheffield Brewery Company
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To celebrate National Sausage week the Devonshire Arms are joining up with Moss Valley Fine Meats for the evening of 7th November. Steve and the team from Moss Valley will give a talk and demosntration of how quality local sausages are made, and for those that want to get hands-on you can make your own sausages to take home with you, meanwhile Alistair and Tom will serve up a delicious meal, including sausages of course!

To book call 01246 434 800

The Devonshire Arms

Lightwood Road

Middle Handley

S21 5RN

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Christmas comes to The Devonshire Arms at Middle Handley…with or without the usual festive trimmings! 
For while the award-winning pub and restaurant has a set price Christmas Fayre menu that serves such favourites as turkey and Christmas pudding with brandy sauce, head chef Tom Lawson and his team have also come up with tasty seasonal alternatives. “For anybody who prefers the traditional taste of Christmas, we do have a Roast Turkey Ballotone served with cranberry and apricot stuffing, brussel sprouts, glazed root vegetables and fondant potato,” said manager Alistair Myers. “But if you fancy something a little different, we also have Pan Fried Fillet of Sea Bream as an alternative main, while a traditional Christmas Pudding desert can always be replaced by Milk Chocolate Praline Mousse.”
Served Tuesday to Saturday throughout December between 12 noon and 6pm, there are also two starters on offer – Confit Duck Terrine and Twice Baked Yorkshire Blue Souffle. Two courses cost just £19.95, while the full three course lunch is a great value £22.95. 
For guests who want a completely festive free Christmas lunch, there is also the usual A La Carte menu selection as well as a daily choice of specials. On Christmas Day itself, lunch will be served between 12 noon and 3.30pm at £65 per adult and £35 for children under 12, with a full menu offering choices of three starters, mains and deserts, finishing with Illy coffee and home made mince pies.
Booking are subject to a £10 deposit, with full payment due by December 1st.
“It may still seem a long way off but already our Christmas Day lunch has only a few spaces left,” said Alistair. “If you are interested in joining us, I would suggest booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
“It goes without saying, of course, that whatever the time of the year, we pride ourselves on serving great fresh seasonal and locally sourced produce.”

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Sheffield is widely regarded as the beer capital of Britain – on Real Ale Trails tours you can find out why, as you visit some of the best Sheffield real ale pubs and meet local brewers behind the city’s success story.

Long famous for its steel industry, in the last decade this corner of Yorkshire has become renowned for its award winning watering holes. The sheer breadth of traditional ales on offer – whether from one of the many local independent craft breweries or sourced from across the UK – is unrivalled.

What better way to explore this pub paradise than via an ‘ale experience’? Every Sheffield Real Ale Trails tour takes in either a microbrewery tour or a beer tasting session with a local brewer as well as visiting great pubs across Sheffield.

Beer guides have made it easier for people to organise DIY tours, but Real Ale Trails take the hassle out of the process. Our tours will appeal as much to Sheffielders as anyone else, helping them to explore pubs in parts of the city they’re less familiar with and meet some of the best real ale brewers in the country,’

Each real ale tour picks up and drops off in the city centre, includes transport throughout along with food - and a drink in every destination.

Tours run on selected Thursdays and Saturdays – see www.realaletrails.co.uk for details.

Alternatively, specially tailored group tours can be organised on a date of your choice. Groups of 10 or more receive a 10% discount or an extra place free of charge.

Tours start at 7pm on Thursdays and 3pm on Saturdays and last for approximately four hours.

Our tours are fun and informative – perfect for group activities such as works outings, networking, corporate entertaining, birthdays and other celebrations.

Bookings can be made at www.realaletrails.co.uk or to arrange a tailored tour or find out more email sheffield@realaletrails.co.uk

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The heat was on as the city celebrated a feast of culinary talent at the fifth annual Eat Sheffield Awards - naming the best places to eat and drink, writes Lesley Draper.
Leading chefs, restaurateurs and food industry stalwarts gathered for the event – which this year attracted a record 10,000 votes.

Top honours for 2012 were shared between established heavyweights and stars of tomorrow. And there was a standing ovation for legendary brewer Dave Wickett, founder of Kelham Island Brewery, who lost his battle with cancer earlier this year.

Full story:

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/business/local-business/eat-sheffield-awards-2012-meet-the-winners-1-5093132

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Catering company, Phoenix Catering, will be showing its spots for Children in Need this year, pledging all profits made on the night of November 16 to the popular campaign.

Children in Need supports children in the UK and all over the world who have mental, physical or sensory disorders, plus those living in poverty and suffering through distress, abuse or neglect.

Sarah Dudhill, the owner of Phoenix Catering, has pledged to donate all of the proceeds from the Corporate Catering Buffets which are ordered on November 16.

She has already taken orders for delivery on the big day that include current and new customers.

Phoenix Catering will also be taking donations from their corporate customers and holding a raffle to win a free breakfast buffet.

Woodside Lane Sheffield S3 9PB

Tags: Phoenix Catering, Sheffield

Web link: http://www.cateringsheffield.com
 

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Star for our wonderful young chef's

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/young-chefs-share-one-to-watch-tag-1-5078121

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The annual Eat Sheffield Awards were held on Monday night at Sheffield Hallam University and they were a huge success.

Please click on the links below to read some of the fantastic press coverage.

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Tonight's the night!

Award winners will be posted live onto our social media feeds.

Location: Sheffield Hallam University
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Farmhouse Kitchen Week - 22nd October ‐ 28th October
Introducing Farmhouse Kitchen week at The Milestone: we arecelebrating Britain's forgotten favourites, that would have been all too familiar to our mothers and grandmothers, but have gradually fallen out of fashion in favour of the more familiar cuts.
With the usual Milestone twist...

http://www.the-milestone.co.uk/menus.html

Location: The Milestone
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 http://feastandglory.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/phoenix-catering.html

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There’s no better way to find out about the School of Artisan Food than by attending one of our open days.

Join us for tours, tasters and demonstrations as we throw open our doors and you have the opportunity to meet tutors, explore our facilities and discover more about artisan food.

http://www.schoolofartisanfood.org/about-us

Location: The School of Artisan Food
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Sunday Lunch Offer

2 courses for £17.00
3 courses for £20.00

Sunday roasts are: Sirloin of Beef, Leg of Lamb or Moss Valley Pork

The Devonshire Arms
Lightwood Lane

Middle Handley
S21 5RN

To book call: 01246 434 800

www.devonshirearmsmiddlehandley.com

Location: Devonshire Arms Middle Hanley
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Please click on the link below to read the article on Let's Get Cooking and The Sheffield Food Festival.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/sheffield-food-expert-pupils-to-be-teachers-for-a-day-1-4919608

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Please click on the link below to read the review on The Showroom Cafe in The Sheffield Star.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-showroom-cafe-15-paternoster-row-sheffield-s1-2bx-tel-0114-249-5479-1-4896771

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The business that Nick Holzherr, finalist on BBC1’s The Apprentice, pitched to Lord Sugar is being showcased to the city in a live cooking demonstration at Sheffield Food Festival this weekend.
 

Earlier this summer Nick secured an investment of £170,000  to launch his company Whisk, a service that promises to take the hassle out of home cooking by bringing together online recipes and internet grocery shopping when it launches later this year.
 

The Apprentice candidate will be making an appearance in the festival cookery theatre on Saturday 15th September alongside his business partner Craig Edmunds. The pair will be whisking up a pizza from scratch live on stage at 11:00am and food-loving Twitter followers have been submitting topping suggestions as part of an online competition ran over the past few weeks.

Nick said: “Sheffield Food Festival is going to be the perfect place to try out this year’s fantastic local produce and garner some all important cooking tips from top local chefs. “Home cooking is at the heart of what we do and we hope our live demonstration will show how simple and purse-friendly it can be.
 

“One of the key functionalities Whisk will have is the ability to reduce kitchen waste and with Waste Less Live More week kicking off on Monday, we have the perfect opportunity to demonstrate how easy it is to be economical  in the kitchen.”

The free festival, designed to inspire residents of Sheffield about the great choice of food on their doorsteps, is expected to attract an additional 45,000 visitors to the city centre over the course of the weekend.
 

For anyone who would like to get involved in Whisk’s online competition tweet @WhiskTeam with recipe suggestions. For more information on Whisk visit www.whisk.co.uk.
 

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Voting is well on the way for the Eat Sheffield Awards; we have received around 10,000 votes in total so far via the website and texts so a very big thank you to all of you who have been busy voting.

To see which establishments have nominated themselves please click here.

To cast your vote in this year's awards please click here.

 

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/sheffield-becoming-a-foodie-destination-1-4901400

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Please click on the link below to read the article

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/deliciously-healthy-food-in-the-raw-1-4886621

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Please click on the link below to read the article

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/food-review-plenty-of-treats-in-the-sheffield-pantry-1-4886729

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Please click on the link below to read the article

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/a-lesson-in-tasty-nutritional-dinners-1-4886617

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Each and every Monday from September 3rd we will now be open, serving our popular Tapas Happy Hour offer all night - 4 Tapas for £12.

Not only that but each Monday evening we are now providing Salsa classes from 7pm to 8pm - please email or call to enquire about details.

La Mama Latin Tapas Bar and Restaurant
238 Abbeydale Road
Sheffield
S7 1FL

0114 327 9597

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Please click on the link below to read the article on the Old Vicarage at Ridgeway.

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/community/food-for-thought/how-tessa-foraged-her-way-to-25-years-at-the-top-1-4857574

Location: Sheffield Telegraph article on The Old Vicarage
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Taylor Shaw school meals contractor for Sheffield schools, have taken another positive step forward in promoting local meat supply, in providing high quality pork sausage on their menu.  In partnership with Underwood Meat Company, Rotherham, their preferred supplier they have secured locally reared pork from Whirlow Hall Farm based in Whirlow, Sheffield. 
Whirlow Hall Farm is an educational charity, comprising a fully-functioning working high welfare farm, spanning 138 acres with a variety of livestock, horticulture, pick your own fruit and vegetables, a vineyard and a farm shop and café.
Peter McGrath, general manager for Taylor Shaw, says this is an exciting development for Taylor Shaw, we are passionate about local supply and produce and know that a lot of schools visit the farm for educational visits. We are really pleased that all partners have embraced this initiative and I am sure that schools, parents and the children will too. The first supply of the product will link well with the Sheffield Food Festival that starts on the 14 September 2012, when Taylor Shaw, (sponsors of the event) will be promoting Sheffield food by providing a Yorkshire menu in schools on the eve of the event, which includes Whirlow Hall Farm recipe sausage. In addition to this the Whirlow Hall Farm produce will also feature on this year’s Christmas menu. Last year saw the highest take up of the Christmas meal ever in Sheffield and we are sure that by including Whirlow Hall Farm produce this year, it not only adds value but will see a further improvement in take up.
Rob Waitt - Head of Retail & Catering at Whirlow Hall Farm Trust, says providing produce for Sheffield schools is a great opportunity to support local procurement but also links in strongly with the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust ethos of educating school children about where food comes from.
We welcome over ten thousand school children to the farm each year and it made sense to round the circle, allowing children to taste the produce that they will have seen been reared on the farm. All profits from the Farm Shop support the Charitable Trust
John Heeley, Managing Director, Underwood Meat Company, says ‘This is a great initiative. The whole process from the initial idea, through planning and production has been well organised by all involved. We are delighted to play an integral part in this local high quality, sustainable, supply chain.  Working with local farmers and producers provides the opportunity to supply local high quality products throughout our core business and to the local community in our retail outlets.
Trade Sector Manager for Foodservice at BPEX welcomed the initiative saying “It is great to see businesses working in partnership with farmers to create good sustainable supply chains. What is particularly pleasing is that the whole supply chain from farm through to pork never leaves the Sheffield Post Code area and covers less than 50 food miles in total.  Add to this the bringing together of school children with visits to the Whirlow Hall Farm Trust to see pig farming up close and then to have pork and sausages from those pigs served as part of the school meals in Sheffield really educates children as to where their food comes from and great standards to which food is produced
 

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We are delighted to announce that we have just been formally notified that we have been awarded a much coveted entry into the Good Food Guide 2013.

This is an amazing achievement considering we have been trading for less than nine months. Many restaurants and pubs work for many years to try and achieve this accolade and very few rarely do.

Having just won the Best Newcomer award in the Great British Pub Awards 2012 Yorkshire, North East and Scotland Region we are overwhelmed and very honoured to have been awarded this position. The White Swan at Blyth will now be listed in the same guide that features the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Heston Blumenthal and many other great chefs to name but a few.  

The Good Food Guide was first published in 1951 by Raymond Postgate. The Good Food Guide currently reports on over 1,200 top establishments and is unique as it is completely rewritten every year and is entirely independent — there is no advertising or sponsorship, no fees are accepted for inclusion, and all of the inspections are anonymous.

Considering there are approximately 1 million restaurants in the UK, to be awarded a place is a fantastic compliment and we would like to thank all of our customers who took the time to write to the good food guide recommending our inclusion.

We would also like to thank Duncan Marsden and Andy Edmonds of Enterprise Inns for their continuing support and a special thanks goes out to all of our team, particularly our Chefs Billy Frost, Dan Renham and Nathan Harrison for all of their hard work and dedication which has put the White Swan at Blyth on the culinary map of one of the most prestigious food guides in Britain.

For more information please call:
Claire Wheeler or Richard Howden on 01909 591222 or 07976 603990.
External Affairs at the Good Food Guide can be contacted on 0207 770 7000.
 

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As a juicy summer treat for our online followers we are offering 30% off your food bill if you dine with us before the end of August!
 

To take advantage of our offer simply book quoting 'SUMMER SALE'  Limited availability!
 

Click here for further information

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/raising-the-rafters-1-4849298

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph by Lesley Draper

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/bigger-and-better-future-for-bistro-1-4849296

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Please click on the link below to read Jo Davidson review in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/business/local-business/eating-out-review-choudry-s-orient-express-oriental-buffet-s-on-right-line-1-4826745

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Please click on the link below to read the stories of some of Sheffield's unsung food heroes.

http://www.eatsheffield.com/Sheffield_Food_Festival_2012/Sheffield_Food_Hero's/

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From September 3rd we are pleased to announce that we will be open Monday evenings.

Each Monday from this date forward we will be serving our popular Tapas Happy Hour offer all night.

So each Monday evening from September 3rd you can enjoy 4 Tapas for £12 all night.

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Please click on the link below to read Lesley Drapers article on this year's Food Festival.

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/feast-of-excitement-as-sheffield-food-festival-hits-streets-1-4815915

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Please click on the link below to read the artice in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/master-class-is-the-peak-of-good-taste-1-4805255

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Please click on the link below to read Lesley Drapers article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/community/food-for-thought/sweet-taste-of-success-for-barrett-s-1-4765079

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Star

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-the-vault-dronfield-arms-entry-through-pub-91-chesterfield-road-dronfield-s18-2xe-tel-01246-508-994-1-4770594

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Star

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/chef-s-curries-set-for-india-1-4770569

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Eat Sheffield would like to congratulate The White Swan at Blyth as they have just been awarded the title of ‘Best Newcomer’ in the Yorkshire, North East and Scotland Region.
 

The Publican’s Morning Advertiser Great British Pub Awards are the industry’s leading awards and the White Swan at Blyth will now be attending the National Finals at the Park Lane Hilton Hotel in London on 13th September hosted by TV comedian Jason Manford where they will be representing Yorkshire the North East and Scotland and stand the chance of being crowned the ‘Best Newcomer’ in the whole of the UK in addition to this we also have an opportunity of being crowned overall the Best Pub in the United Kingdom.
 

"We are absolutely delighted to be representing not only our own county but also the North East and Scotland in what are the most prestigious awards in the Pub Industry. We would like to thank all of our staff for their hard work and determination and also a big thank you to all of our customers’ for their continued support since we opened in November last year."

Well done, keep up the good work!

For more information please call Richard or Claire on 01909 591222 or visit http://www.whiteswanatblyth.co.uk/

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Please click on the link below to read ablog about Castle Market

http://www.exposedmagazine.co.uk/food/clares-foodie-blog/2012/07/11/Clares_Castle_Market_Adventure/

Click here to view the Castle Market website

https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/business-economy/markets/castle-market

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Buy any three Wick & Mix dishes, get the cheapest FREE. All day, every day. Awesome deal. Get involved

http://www.thewickatbothends.co.uk/food/

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As the Eat Sheffield project continues to evolve so do our annual awards; the project originally began a number of years ago as a restaurant based promotion but has grown to include many sectors of the local food industry. Whilst the project has changed, our aim remains the same: to actively champion and promote the best of what our region has to offer.

 

Voting is now open so make sure you vote for your favourite restaurant

CLICK HERE TO VOTE 

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Unfortunately we have had to postpone the Festival until 15th & 16th September 2012 

This is due to flooding ~ we hope you will join us for an Indian Summer!
 

For more information on the festival please click here

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Celebrate your special day with a Michelin-starred lunch at Baslow Hall and while away the afternoon by wandering around our beautiful grounds. We are located approximately 30 minutes away from Sheffield city centre. 

Click the link below to view our lunch menus and reserve your table by calling 01246 583259.
 
Link for the menus: http://www.fischers-baslowhall.co.uk/dining/lunch-2
 
 

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Sheffield’s Artisan bistro has been shortlisted for a White Rose Award - the biggest tourism awards in the UK.
 
The Crosspool bistro has made it through to the final of the Best Restaurant category.
 
Richard Smith, who founded Artisan (formerly Smith’s) 17 years ago, said: “To be recognised in the shortlist for a White Rose Award is a great achievement. We have a fantastic team at Artisan and this just goes to show how hard they all work.
 
“We’re keeping our fingers crossed for a win, but I speak on behalf of the whole team when I say how proud we are to reach the final.”
 
Winners will be announced at the glittering ceremony on October 1 at Elland Road's Centenary Pavilion in Leeds.
 
Winners of each category will not only scoop one of these prestigious accolades, but they are also entered into the national tourism awards next year.
 
Gary Verity, Chief Executive of Welcome to Yorkshire, said: "Making it to the shortlist is a huge achievement in itself and they have had to contend with some real quality competition. It's always a close run thing, but there's every chance they could go on and win one of these prestigious White Rose Awards."
 
More than a thousand people are expected to attend the awards and tickets are now on sale at www.whiteroseawards.com
 
The awards are run by tourism agency Welcome to Yorkshire.
 

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Our wonderfully 'British' Summer is here - dont we all know it!

The good news for us is that the abundant rain has helped produce a delightfully luscious crop of vegetables & fruit on our farms & in our kitchen gardens which we can delve into to bring you a menu brimming with juicy ingredients - & some rather fruity little Fat Yorkshire Rascals!

Please click here to view the menu
 

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/a-big-change-of-flavour-from-saffron-to-tamarind-1-4689675

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Delicioso event at Platillos

On, Thursday 28 June from 8pm Platillos head chef, Leslie Buddington, will be preparing the best dishes from his recent visit to Majorca bringing you the very latest recipes from this beautiful Spanish island.  Delicioso offers great value, an excellent way of enjoying specially prepared food with matched wines, in the company of friends, family or colleagues. Booking is essential.
 

Location: Platillos, Leopold Square Sheffield
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Can you cook up a storm in the kitchen?

As part of Sheffield City Hall’s 80th Birthday celebrations and the Sheffield Food Festival, City Hall is set to host its first ever catering competition to find a local, creative, up and coming chef.
 

Having garnered an award winning reputation for banqueting and fine dining experiences Sheffield City Hall is offering the local community the chance to showcase their talents and transform their favourite dish into an option on one of the City Hall’s VIP menus.
 

Applicants will gain experience of cooking in a professional kitchen under the guidance of Head Chef, Andrew Ward, discovering skills to help improve their cooking techniques and friendly advice along the way. Entrants will battle it out for a place in the live finals hosted during the Sheffield Food Festival on Sunday 16th September. Plus the winner will get to experience their dish with a special VIP night out at a show of their choice.

As a local company, celebrating 80 years in the heart of Sheffield, we believe that the use of locally sourced produce is fundamentally important, not only to deliver the best possible quality food but also to support businesses, our local economy and the environment. The competition has been designed to celebrate these factors and we would like to see candidates interpreting this theme into their dish, where possible.

To enter, applicants just need to go to www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk/80thbirthday
fill in an entry form and tell us what signature dish they would like to cook in an hour and why. Alternatively paper entry forms are also available to collect from the Sheffield City Hall Box Office.
 

The deadline for entries is Tuesday 31st July 2012 and will be assessed by Sheffield City Hall’s Food and Beverage Manager before going through to the live final which will be judged by the audience and a panel of judges.
 

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As you know we are constantly on the hunt to bring you the very best provisions from our bountiful region. Following our recent field visit, this week will see the addition to our menu of succulent meat from our newest supplier, & fellow Yorkshire Tourism 'Taste of Yorkshire' Finalist, Cannon Hall Farm in Barnsley. We are delighted to be working with them to bring you their lamb, beef  &pork – all of which has been reared on the rich natural pastures around Cannon Hall Farm, producing delicious high welfare meat with a wonderful depth of taste!
   
Our juicy introductory dish this weekend will be:
A Taste of Cannon Hall Farm Pork: Black pudding, Yorkshire sausage & potato terrine, smoked belly pork & stuffed pigs head with wilted spinach 
 
Silversmiths Restaurant
111 Arundel Street, Sheffield, S1 2NT
Tel: 0114 270 6160
www.silversmiths-restaurant.com
 

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph about this years Sheffield Food Festival

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/recognition-for-unsung-food-heroes-1-4606954

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DINERS at city-centre Silversmiths could learn a thing or two about conservation from owner Justin Rowntree…

The Arundel Street restaurant has just reopened with a whole new look after a major refurbishment that features reclaimed local materials.
And the freshly-varnished wooden tables have a special appeal for Justin and head chef Simon Clarke – because they were once fixtures in the chemistry lab at High Storrs School, where both of them were pupils.

Justin says: “I have such great memories of High Storrs. I’ve been inspecting the tables, trying to find a declaration of love I inscribed with a compass to a certain classmate in 1983.

“I haven’t managed to locate it yet and no names will be revealed! Sorry for the graffiti Mr Stevenson – I’m too old to be put in detention now, aren’t I?”

Co-director Donna Shaw says: “The recycled materials fit in with our theme of keeping things local – and ethical. They were sourced by Kelham Island design agency 93ft but Justin couldn’t believe it when he realised they were his old school desks!”
Silversmiths was launched two years ago with the help of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. The new-look restaurant features a new cocktail bar, new menu and full rebranding.

To celebrate the link, Silversmiths is inviting any pupils, parents and teachers from High Storrs to dine with them during June and enjoy a complimentary amuse bouche with their meal – book on(0114) 270 6160, quoting ‘High Storrs.’
 

Location: Silversmiths Restaurant
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Miss out the main course and going straight to the good bit…pudding!
Coco Catering are launching a new joint venture for people with a sweet tooth. We are delighted to announce the first Pop Up Pudding Club will be held on Tuesday 12th June at the Sheffield Fire & Police Museum at 7:30pm.
The event is hosted by Coco Catering’s Blanche & Richard Spataro and Seven Hills WI member Anna Tebble.
“We wanted to organise an extraordinary dining experience at a unique venue. The Sheffield Fire & Police Museum had so many great spaces available we were spoilt for choice.” said organiser, Anna Tebble
The Pop Up Pudding Club will include five scrumptious desserts; four prepared by Coco Catering and one by a guest chef. Tickets at £15 and its BYO drinks.
“Anna and I met through Seven Hills WI. Anna runs a very successful private WI supper club and I suggested we work together on a supper club open to members of the public. We discussed lots of ideas and eventually decided a pudding club would be perfect as we both love puddings.” Event Manager, Coco Catering, Blanche Spataro
Bookings is essential. To secure your place email popuppuddingclub@gmail.com
Payment will be taken on the night.

Location: Sheffield Fire & Police Museum
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Tasting Tuesday's
On Tuesday 12th June The Wig and Pen are holding a special 'Lamb' taster menu. The menu will explore the versatility of different cuts of lamb with dishes such as lamb chump with white asparagus, morel mushrom, baby aubergine and tapenade jus. Guests will be able to enjoy this special six course tasting menu for only £26 per person.
With a different concept each month, Tasting Tuesdays are ideal if you want to come and try our menu and experience a unique style of dining. To book your table please call, 01142 722150 or email bookings@the-wigandpen.co.uk 

Location: The Wig and Pen, Campo Lane Sheffield
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To celebrate “Proud to be British” (the Year of the Queen’s Jubilee and the London Olympics) Fischer’s are offering a Summer Menu in June and July for £20.12. (2 courses £20.12 and 3 courses £25.12). The menu will be available from Monday to Friday, 12 noon-1.30 pm, between 11th June and 27th July. Tables must be reserved in advance by calling 01246 583259 or email reservations@fischers-baslowhall.co.uk. See a sample menu at http://www.fischers-baslowhall.co.uk/events-offers/20-12-lunch.

Location: Fischers
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MASTERCHEF finalist Tom Rennolds was flavour of the month when he visited Sheffield’s Fancie cupcakes last week.
The visit was part of a Best of Yorkshire Food tour, to celebrate the cream of the region’s producers. Fancie, founded by Amanda Perry, was included as a regional food award winner.
Amanda said: “While Tom was with us, he had one of our Fancie CakeShakes – a whole cupcake blitzed up with milk and ice cream into a thick shake. He was completely blown away and is now going to try out his own version!”
 

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We have new lunch menus at The Milestone for summer dining.

Try our light lunch menu, where you can pick any 3 starters for just £15.00. Expect dishes such as 'Welsh rarebit with fritter with apple gel, mixed salad and Henderson's relish jus' and 'Pan fried herring with, cauliflower puree, fennel, Samphire and spring radish'.

To book a table, call 011427 28327 or email bookings@the-milestone.co.uk
 

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What's it about?
You don't need me to tell you Britain is a nation of sandwich-lovers [yes this comp was inspired by British Sandwich Week recently!] and our site's all about health promotion, we thought why not challenge people to fit their 5-a-day of veg and/or fruit into one sarnie?
 

For info about what counts as a one of five a day you can view our information leaflet [scroll down to fruit n veg part]: http://www.patient.co.uk/health/Healthy-Eating.htm
 

How do I enter?

All you have to do to enter is to get your five a day sandwich together and post a photo of it onto our Facebook page facebook.com/patientuk - we're also accepting entries by tweets. Just post your photo with a 'my five a day sandwich' caption and your name will be entered into our fantastic draw.

Closing date for entries: midnight Friday 8th June 2012.
 

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Hallam FM are looking to involve more Sheffield restaurants in Big John @ Breakfast's weekly 'Date or Ditch' feature.

http://www.hallamfm.co.uk/date-or-ditch/

Hallam FM organise finding the couples, matching them up and getting them to and from the date venue each week. The restaurants would need to provide the couple with some welcome drinks, 3 course meal, and wine or other drinks during the meal (you can set the limit) for two people

The venue would get 2 on air credits on Thurs and again on Fri (but this is a minimum as Big John normally over delivers on this!) The latest listener figures are 388,000 weekly - so definitely worth doing! Great free publicity!

If you are interested in getting involved please email by on kerry.haslam@shu.ac.uk or call 0114 225 3395

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Please click on the linkbelow to reaad the article in the Sheffield Star

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/they-ve-got-this-one-off-to-a-tea-1-4551503

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Please click on the link below to read the article

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-el-toro-129-newbould-lane-broomhill-s10-2pl-tel-0114-266-6956-1-4574256

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Please click on the link below to read the article.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-chatsworth-farm-shop-pilsley-near-bakewell-opening-times-monday-saturday-9am-5-30pm-sunday-11am-5pm-telephone-01246-583392-1-4574230

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Fischer’s at Baslow Hall wins Silver at the 2012 VisitEngland Awards for Excellence Ceremony held in Leicester on 22 May 2012

Fischer’s Baslow Hall has won a Silver Award in the Taste of England Award category at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2012 Ceremony.

The Silver Award is one of the highest accolades for Excellence in Tourism in England which VisitEngland can bestow.  Fischer’s Baslow Hall was presented with their Silver Award at a glittering Awards Ceremony which was held on 22 May 2012 at Athena, an art deco gem located in the heart of Leicester’s cultural quarter.

Commenting on the Award James Berresford, VisitEngland’s Chief Executive said "In a year when we received a record of 392 high quality applications winning a Silver Award is a considerable achievement. Fischer’s Baslow Hall has achieved one of the highest accolades for excellence in tourism which VisitEngland can present.  I warmly congratulate them".

The Taste of England Award is being sponsored by David Hodgkinson, Sales Director, Barclaycard – Official Partner of VisitEngland Awards for Excellence,

“Barclaycard is proud to be working with VisitEngland – and we’re especially proud to be this year’s official partner for the VisitEngland Excellence Awards. In England we can be proud of our diverse and successful tourism industry and at Barclaycard we understand the passion that goes into any service industry; we know it takes dedication and an unwavering commitment to make a business successful”.

“Fischer’s Baslow Hall truly reflect the spirit of this award and are worthy winners, congratulations.”

Head Chef Rupert Rowley received their award from Penelope Viscountess Cobham, Chairman of VisitEngland. Speaking on behalf of Fischer’s Baslow Hall, Head Chef Rupert Rowley said “the evening was superb and we are absolutely thrilled to be recognised in this national award and achieving Silver”.
 

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Eat Sheffield loves this piece of artwork by Sheffield artist Barber. Do you know where it is? The picture has been painted on to a Sheffield building. Can you help Knight Frank with this years Master Cutler's Challenge and be in with a chance of winning the original artwork?

This year Knight Frank have decided to run a competition; “Can you guess which building the Artwork has been painted on”
The winner will receive the original artwork, estimated value of £400-500. You can then purchase prints.

£100 for the print
£200 for a framed print
 

The Artwork
The art has been commissioned by Knight Frank and the £50 from the Master Cutler went to pay for the paint. We have used the side of an old Cutlery works in Sheffield City – that’s the only clue!!!

Local artist Barber painted the piece of Art on Saturday 5th May 2012
 

If you would like to enter the competition please complete the contact us form and let us know which building has been painted!

Good Luck!

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Please click on the link below to read the Sheffield Telegraph's review on The Beauchief Hotel.

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/couple-s-perfect-match-1-4511313

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-devonshire-arms-lightwood-lane-middle-handley-s21-5rn-tel-01246-434-800-1-4551541

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-street-food-chef-90-arundel-street-sheffield-tel-07876-554481-1-4551509

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/go-west-for-for-a-treat-with-all-the-trimmings-1-4558763

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Introducing our new children’s menu . We’re delighted to tell you about our new Menu Enfant which has been revamped to offer a main course, dessert and drink for just £5.95. 

Our new menu is suitable for children of 10 years or under, but as is the traditional French way, we’re happy to charge 50% less for smaller portions of most dishes on our main menus. 
 

Along with a new menu we have a new games sheet to make sure everyone is kept amused. We have colouring in and fun facts to learn. 

With the school holidays fast approaching, we look forward to seeing you soon. 

For further information please click here

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Do you know a bakery that makes pastries and baked goods to die for?
Or do you own or work in a bakery and believe your breads and cakes are the best in the land?

If so, Shine TV want to hear from you for a new baking series for ITV1.

We want to showcase Britain’s best independent, family and/ or community bakeries and their amazing creations, from scones and Eccles cakes to baklava, Chinese buns and Jamaican coconut bread.

If you are interested in taking part or want to nominate a brilliant bakery, please call 0207 985 7017 or email: matt.keyte@shine.tv ASAP.

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Please click on the link below to read the review for Gusto.

http://www.cafestocontemplate.com/2012/05/gusto-sheffield.html

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The new Street Food Chef outlet opens on Tuesday 15th May @ 90 Arundel Street, Sheffield.

Come along and enjoy one of our fabulous burrito's

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Fischers are delighted to be named as a finalist in the Taste England Category of the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2012. As a finalist Fischer's Baslow Hall now goes forward to the glittering Awards Ceremony which is being held on 22 May 2012 at Athena, an art deco gem located in the heart of Leicester’s cultural quarter.

They will have to wait until then to find out which award they will receive. All finalists are guaranteed to receive either a Gold, Silver, Bronze or Highly Commended Award.

Commenting on the finalists James Berresford, VisitEngland’s Chief Executive said “I would like to congratulate all those nominated as VisitEngland Awards for Excellence finalists this year. This is no small achievement in a year when we have received a record number of submissions. The quality of submissions this year has been outstanding and Fischer's can justifiably take credit and pride in earning a place at the top of their category in England. I wish everyone all the best for the final in May”.

Speaking on behalf of Fischer's, Head Chef Rupert Rowley said “we are absolutely thrilled to be recognised in this national award and achieving a finalist place. Our new Taste of Britain Menu really fits the brief – the main ingredients on this menu are sourced within the borders of the British Isles. Located centrally on the British Isles produce comes from North, South, East and West of the country. Yorkshire Game, Scottish Hand Dived Scallops, Cornish Crab, Coastal Samphire, Thornbridge St. Petersburg Stout flavours one of our breads, Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb and Derbyshire Beef are to name a few. Nearer to home, the chefs pick lettuces and herbs twice daily from the garden at Baslow Hall in the summer months.”
 

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Please click on the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/fresh-face-of-gastro-pub-rowley-s-1-4534483

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The New Wortley Arms website has now launched!!

www.wortley-arms.co.uk

Regular updates to our events listings can be found here, along with sample menus and what our customers think about us
 

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What does the Tea Junction cafe consist of?
There are few community spaces on Arbourthorne and Norfolk Park and even fewer places to get a ‘proper’ coffee without going into town at a decent price (ours is half the price of Starbucks!). So what do we offer with that proper coffee you might ask? Home-made Brownies, Banana Cake, Cream Teas; ‘Exploding Jackets’ as our potatoes are fondly called (for their size and decent filling); Ice Cream Milk shakes and Chilli Nachos are among the many things on the menu and people can’t believe the prices. We’ve been told by a number of people now that we have ‘the best breakfast in Sheffield’. I’m guessing the value for money combined with the quality is probably why – but it could be that it’s really because those in S2 just have to roll out of bed and cross the road to get it!
We have healthier options too (our ‘Slimmers Breakfast’ is popular for Slimming World users) and we have salads, sandwiches made fresh, a healthy cooked meal of the day and fresh fruit smoothies.)
 
Making ends meet on a low income or on benefits is a real stretch, as many of us know living here, but we’ve deliberately designed the prices to fit the guys in our patch so that there’s something for EVERY wallet, subsidising what we can. We recognise that by doing so we are unlikely to cover our own costs, so we are also beginning to cater for different streams and will be offering outside catering for small events shortly to help make ends meet and provide a better service. We’re also launching the Tea Junction for other events too – such as funeral wakes.
 
We aim to source our food locally, as fresh as possible and as ethically as possible, both to promote health and local employment. Our fruit and vegetables come from Stuarts in our fabulous (and under-used) Castle Market; our Bread Baps and Scones come from Brook Bakery in Wincobank (who Nigel describes as ‘fabulous’); our ethical coffee comes from local Pollards, and our milk and free range eggs are from Price’s in Eckington.
 
I love the wide variety of people who come through our cafe doors, from the ‘Hungry Harry’s’ who are ‘man enough’ for our large Bacon Baps, to Mum’s with their tiny toddlers who love our play corner; from professionals meeting or working on WiFi; to teens and families coming in for an early dinner after school – with no washing up!
 
Advantages to the Tea Junction being located in a church/community centre is we get a lot of enquiries from people facing all kinds of challenges and tragedies, from bereavement, illness, redundancy etc and there are almost always people to talk to or pray with should the occasion arise. 
 
Why did we start it?
I sat in a health forum recently listening to the health statistics of my particular area of Sheffield being described as ‘among the worst’ for certain diseases and much of this being down to diet and lifestyle.
Surely something could be done about this? I thought! A growing number of us in our church and community have wanted to see a cafe here for some time and I have a heart to see people healthy, happy and whole in every respect so the idea of starting the cafe grew almost weekly and we launched it just after New Year this year. There are lots of great places on Arbourthorne for food ‘on the go’ but very few places where you can sit down and digest your food properly.
 
Where is it located?
The cafe uses a part of an old converted pub (now called the Beacon Church and Community Centre but previously the Fellbrigg Pub!). Many of you will remember it as providing sustenance of a different kind!
There has even been romance in the air as the guy who I asked to supervise the setting up of the cafe from its conception is now engaged to my youngest daughter.
 
The Tea Junction cafe is located where Arbourthorne and Norfolk Park join together, just around the corner from the Arbourthorne Tram stop, where Park Grange Road and Arbourthorne Road meet.
331, Arbourthorne Road, S2 2FH in the Beacon Church and Community Centre building Telephone 07532377060.
 
When we were brainstorming what to call the cafe one day, one of our guys Ollie overheard a conversation between a woman and someone on the end of the phone – “I’m at the T Junction on Arbourthorne” she said. It seemed to fit perfectly so Tea Junction it became!
 
When is it open?
We’re open from 9-5.30pm Monday to Saturday. From 5pm food can be taken away and take out is also available all day. You can even order your food in advance to be ready and waiting if you phone the contact number.
 
(We’re launching Saturdays from 5th May by marking it with a Fun Day from 11-3pm, including a bouncy castle and face-painting for kids; with a free ice cream cone if you want to come along and bring this article!)
 
Who works there?
Our lovely team of Vern, Nigel, Robbie and Ruth are supplemented by volunteers and we’re always looking for flexible, honest and hard working people to join our ’happy band of fellow bandits!’ Do pop in and see us if you’d like to volunteer on our team.
 
With whom are we rubbing shoulders (metaphorically!)...? 
The cafe is only one of the many user groups in the Beacon Community building. There is:
Sooper Troupers (a registered charity which enables people with disabilities to put on drama;) Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
Zumba (popular to those of us who like to ‘shake our shimmy’ (whatever that is!) and work off that breakfast on Thursdays 6-7pm; Castle Zone Fridays 3.15-4pm (primary school age); Kids Klub 4-4.45pm (primary School age) Fridays at the moment but changing to Wednesdays in the near future; The Vine Youth Club Fridays 7pm (for ages 11-18 years run by the fabulous Eden Team) Ballet for adults and teenagers (free) Wednesdays 5.30-6.30pm
Overflowing Life Ministries Sundays 3pm open to all
Beacon Church Gathering Sundays 10.45am open to all
 
Tina Hodges [lovef1rsttina@googlemail.com] mobile  07850 660513
 

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We have launched our new menus at the Wig and Pen.

From delicious homemade pies to hearty dishes such as 'Seared short rib, wild garlic, potato & ox tongue terrine and beef jus', and a starter of 'Slow roast pork jowl, braised pig cheek, apple sauce and scampi'.

Whether you are just wanting a quick informal bite to eat or a 3 course meal there is something for everyone.

To book a table please call 01142 722150 or email bookings@the-wigandpen.co.uk
 

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Now that Spring has truly sprung our menus are staring to take off with the fabulous produce from our Yorkshire fields.

This month we see delicious tender Spring lamb from Whirlow Hall Farm and wonderful foraged wild garlic and wild nettles from Oughtibridge.

We're also excited about our new fish supplier - who will be delivering the freshest fish from Whitby to Silversmiths so we can serve you the best North Sea fish!

May's menu will include:
Sorrel Wrapped Whitby Hake with a trio of cauliflower, mussel beignet & Yorkshire Leventhorpe red wine reduction & Pan Fried North
Stacey Bank Farm 14 Hour Braised Lamb Breast, rosemary infused mash, purple sprouting broccoli, baby carrots, red wine jus

Sea Trout with East coast lobster risotto, English asparagus, pea pearls
Foraged Oughtibridge Wild Nettle & Pearl Barley Risotto, parmesan wafer, edible flowers, blue cheese emulsion
 

To view the full menu please click here 

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As the only Yorkshire restaurant to feature in the "Sexy Restaurant" list, we are rubbing shoulders with fine brasseries from London to Edinburgh, quaint seafront eateries and Michelin-starred establishments

For us this accolade is a timely reward following a year of investments in the image of the restaurant. Changes including
a full rebrand, launch of a new website and complete restaurant refit

After a full shutdown in late April, this week sees the final touches and we have now completed the full project with a total kitchen refit and brand new cocktail bar 
 
So if you are looking to wine and dine your loved one or simply treat someone special we hope you will join us soon
 

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-nawaab-sheffield-95-101-west-street-sheffield-s1-4eq-www-nawaabsheffield-co-uk-1-4505189

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-rupyaal-353-abbeydale-road-shffield-s7-1fs-tel-0114-258-4097-1-4505216

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-kpc-tandoori-5-birley-moor-crescent-birley-s12-3as-telephone-0114-2650095-1-4527761

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Please click on the link below to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-east-lodge-rowsley-matlock-de4-2ef-tel-01629-734-474-1-4527799

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Mud Crab is now open on Ecclesall Rd where Felicini was, don't worry, it's still us.
 
Mud Crab is a concept we have been planning for 2 years and we couldn't find the right site. So we decided where better than a site we already have. 
 
Why Mud crab?
We think it’s a good name -  Wikipedia will tell you mud crab may refer to any crab that lives in or near mud. MC features regularly on Australian menus, and it's also in our opinion a great way to describe the ‘hunch over position’ adopted by café racer motorcyclists.

MC is born out of our love of Australian café restaurant culture, fresh, simple, innovative cooking inspired by every possible style of global cuisine and cooking techniques. New York dining, gutsy, animated, loud, characterful, no nonsense – its cooking with heart meets cooking with soul.
We consider ourselves  to be independent operators, successful enough to own more than one restaurant but small enough to still be working in one everyday..... cleaning..polishing cutlery.... cooking..painting. Whatever is required..directors, owners starship commanders the title is immaterial.
 
Let’s not name check people who don’t matter, but if you're interested in our kitchen porter or the line chef or the waitress we can talk about them for hours, they really are the ones that make the difference.
The top bananas have decades of cumulative restaurant experience, a decent chunk of those working in Sydney, Australia and New York, as well as influential ground breaking restaurant concepts in both London and Manchester.
 
A note about hamburgers: We know we will be serving a fantastic hamburger, perfected and agonized over for many years. It’s the hardest dish to get right, that’s why many people have never been served a great hamburger. We call them custom burgers because we are creating something different from the ‘norm’, selecting the correct ingredients, applying the right techniques, rejecting the bizarre and the not so wonderful “rubbish” that chefs feel compelled to add to give their indifferent offerings an identity. Each is prepared and grilled fresh and constructed to our custom build.
We hope that you will come down and give us a try.
 
 
 

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MUD CRAB ON ECCLESALL ROAD OPENS ITS DOORS TODAY!
 

Custom built burgers and other essential suppliers are available
 

Mud Crab is a kinda Oz café bar with a NY easy diner vibe. Dedicated to life enriching pleasures.
Food, Cocktails, Music and Custom Motorcycles

521-523 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8PR

OPEN ALL DAY EVERYDAY 0114 263 1617

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Please click the link below to read the article in the Sheffield Star

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/pizza-paradise-at-family-night-1-4496914

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Buy a Coffee and enjoy a free home baked biscuit

Be the first to sample our brand new Caffe Vinci Fairtrade Coffee from Arden in Chesterfield

All customers will receive a loyalty card!!                                                             
Open at 10 am everyday from 2nd April
Complimentary Wi-Fi & Newspapers
A warm welcome awaits you…..

Church Lane, Baslow, DE45 1RY
www.rowleysrestaurant.co.uk info@rowleysrestaurant.co.uk
01246 583880     
April Promotion valid from 2nd – 30th April between 10 am – 12 noon & 3 pm – 6 pm
 

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Please click on the link below to read the Sheffield Star article

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/new-look-sheffield-market-is-revealed-1-4484955

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Next time you need to take clients to lunch, or the office team out for a pat-on-the-back dinner, how about cooking it yourself?

Click link below to read Jo Davison's article in the Sheffield Star

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/smart-way-to-impress-diners-1-4481331

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Click on the link belwo to read the review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-woody-s-sandwich-bar-657-ecclesall-road-hunters-bar-sheffield-tel-0114-2676122-1-4481375

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Please click on the link below to read Martin Dawes review

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-the-peaks-inn-how-lane-castleton-s33-8wj-tel-01433-620247-1-4481405

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Please click here to read the article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/announcing-birth-of-the-sheffield-egg-1-4469837

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On the outskirts of the city and only a stones throw from the countryside, The Beauchief offers the best of all worlds, ease of access combined with style and tradition, delicious food and a beautiful location. 

Our head chef is the highly acclaimed Charlie Curran, he has developed a menu that embraces the classics of modern cookery and has a real emphasis and passion for a more innovative and creative style.

Our private dining room is ideal for a business breakfast, relaxed lunch, celebration or formal dinner.

The Cellar Door garden offers a tranquil retreat from the bustle of Abbeydale Road, enjoy a whole range of Thornbridge beers or choose from the extensive wine list in the Cellar Door Bar.

The Riverside Function Room offers banqueting for 80 people, or conference and other events for up to 160 and benefits from a wonderful outside terraced area. A delicious range of menus are available, perfect for birthdays, christenings, corporate events and weddings.

161 Abbeydale Road South, Sheffield, South Yorkshire  S7 2QW
Telephone: 0114 2355100 / 07926 476111  Email: info@thebeauchief.com
Open everyday 9am - 11pm  www.thebeauchief.com

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Please click on the link below to read Martin Dawes review of The White Lion @ Great Longstone

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-white-lion-main-street-great-longstone-bakewell-de45-1ta-tel-01629-640-252-1-4435776

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We are undergoing the second phase of our refit to modernise our kitchens and bring you a new cocktail bar with the restaurant

During this time the restaurant will be closed between Tuesday 17th and Saturday 21st, April

Join us from the 24th April when we will re-open

We look forward to seeing you then, and thank you again for your continued support


 

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Click on the link to read the Old House new blog

http://theoldhousesheff.tumblr.com/

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Please follow the link below to read Jo Davidson's article on The Great Barn Restaurant at Harwick Hall.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/out-to-be-the-best-barn-none-1-4391035

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Please follow the link below to read Martin Dawes review of Aagrah.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-aagrah-unit-1-leopold-square-leopold-street-sheffield-s1-2jg-tel-0114-279-5577-1-4391091

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Please follow the link below to read Nik Brear review of the Greedy Greek Deli in Castle Square.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/take-away-test-the-greedy-greek-deli-castle-square-sheffield-tel-0114-2667719-1-4391058

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Please follow the link below to read Martin Dawes review of The Three Corners of China.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-the-three-corners-of-china-255-glossop-road-sheffield-s10-2gz-tel-014-327-1192-1-4366931

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Please follow the link below to read Martin Dawes review of The Sidings pub in Brinsworth.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-the-sidings-whitehill-lane-brinsworth-south-yorkshire-s60-5he-tel-01709-296-024-1-4317808

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Please follow the link below to read Nancy Fielder's review of Bishops Coffee House and Bistro.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-bishops-coffee-house-and-bistro-lees-hall-avenue-norton-lees-sheffield-s8-9je-call-0114-2581999-1-4366917

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Please follow the link below to read Rachael Clegg's review of New Jasmine House.

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/takeaway-test-new-jasmine-house-341-ecclesall-road-south-sheffield-s11-9pw-tel-0114-236-0480-1-4317774

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Please follow the link below to read the Sheffield Telegraph's review of Cafe Des Amis

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/feast-among-friends-1-4396216

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Please follow the link below to read the Sheffield Telegraph's review of The Druid Inn.

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/druid-magic-is-back-1-4374828

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Sheffield Hallam University presents...

The 8th Annual Nutrition Fair at The HUBS on Paternoster Row
12 noon - 2pm on 18th April 2012

What is the Nutrition Fair?
The fair is open to everyone and offers tasting opportunities, interactive activities and information about diet, food, health and lifestyle. This event is held by final year Nutrition Students from the University and is designed to help people make sensible decisions about nutrition and lifestyle. If you are confused by all the conflicting advice on diets or simply fancy trying out different kinds of food, the Nutrition Fair has something for everyone. Do you want to find out how to 'grow your own'? Do you want to eat healthily on a budget? Would you like to learn how to make easy meals from scratch? Then come along on to the fair.

Who's the fair for?
With 31 stalls on offer there is plenty to tickle the taste buds; from ‘Totally Oats’ to ‘ACE Antioxidants’. Everyone is welcome. We have stalls for people on everything from salt awareness to portion size. We welcome children, nurseries and schools, community groups and employers, food industry and public health practitioners, academics and the general public. There's plenty to eat and drink and there are prizes to be won.
If you require further information, please contact Anna Hall: anna.hall@shu.ac.uk

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Please come along to the recently opened Urban Pantry in Crookes

We are a new independent business, family run and specialising in great quality delicatessen food such as artisan cheese, cured meats, antipasti, preserves, fresh artisan bread, self-serve oils, vinegars and much more.

We will also be offering 'meet the producer' days and samplings on a rolling basis so customers can find out more about the products we are stocking.

Our opening hours are:

Mon-Fri 10:00am - 6:30pm

Sat 9:00 - 5:30pm

Closed sundays
 

Please visit our Sheffield Food Page for further details. http://www.eatsheffield.com/Sheffield_Food/

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Barrett's are delighted to now be working with Heeley City farm as one of their new local suppliers, delivering their organic produce.
 
More and more of Barrett's customers will be delivering their home grown allotment produce to us in exchange for Barrett's food coupons where we basically give them money off here when they dine.

Barrett's would like this to develope into something that sends the message out to community of Sheffield about local organic seasonal produce and how important it is aswell as reducing the carbon footprint on the planet.
 

Barrett's will also be using locally sourced Rainbow Trout from Barlow Trout farm,  this will become a staple part of the menus.
 

On Easter Sunday Barrett's will be making bespoke easter eggs for each family that books a table, with a surprise fillings?!
 

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Owlerton Greyhound Stadium has been awarded ‘best in show’ in the Government’s national food hygiene rating scheme, Scores on the Doors, after achieving the highest possible mark on its hygiene standards.

The accreditation, awarded by environmental health officials from Sheffield City Council, means that the Stadium is now ranked in the top 25% of all food establishments in the city.

The Stadium, which caters for up to 1,000 people each race night, was awarded the accolade following a visit from health inspectors last month. The report showcased the ‘pedigree’ standards of the venue, with its hygiene standards being classed as ‘excellent’.

Councillor Leigh Bramall, Sheffield City Council's Cabinet member for Environment and Transport said: “I would like to congratulate Owlerton Stadium on the superb result of their inspection. For a business to achieve a high score like this is impressive, there is a strict set of criteria that we look for when scoring businesses - such as hygiene, structure and management processes - and Owlerton met all of them.”

Head chef Nick Middleton said: “Health and hygiene are of the utmost importance to us at the Stadium and it’s really encouraging to have official recognition of that by the Council. We pride ourselves on the standard of food here and it just goes to show that it’s not just the racing greyhounds at the Stadium that are top class, but the hygiene standards as well!”

To book a meal at the Stadium please call 0114 234 3074 or email enquiries@owlertonstadium.co.uk for details.
 

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Discover your tipple at Napoleons, Ecclesall Road
 
Napoleons, Ecclesall Road is introducing the first in a series of free wine tasting evenings this Wednesday 14th March.

The fun and informal evenings will give guests the opportunity to try a wide range of wines available at the venue, including those from Australia, Russia, Chile and France, bottles of which will all be served along with dishes from the award-winning restaurant menu.
 

Wine expert, James Grant of Yorkshire wine merchants, Pagendam Pratt, will be co-hosting the event with the Napoleons, Ecclesall Road team and will offer attendees a range of knowledge and tips when buying and choosing wine.

General Manager, Ray Smith said: “This is the first time we’ve held a wine tasting at the venue, but it’s already proving to be a popular event. We’re finding that customers are becoming increasingly interested in the wines on our menu and often want a recommendation, so we thought we’d take it one stage further and host a series of wine tasting events.”
 

To book a place on the event, or for further enquiries call Napoleons on 0114 266 1115 or email ecclesallrd@napoleons-casinos.co.uk
 

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To read this review please click on the link below.

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/welcome-changes-1-4231332

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To read the review please click on the link below

http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-review-jewel-436-attercliffe-common-sheffield-s9-2fh-tel-0114-243-0275-4469-1-4247489

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There are three ingredients no keen chef can ever have enough of.

Imagination, confidence and ambition.
 

Bradwell 19-year-old Adam Harper has proved he’s got all of them by the pantry-load.

The sous chef at the village’s Samuel Fox Inn is off to work for Britain’s culinary master Heston Blumenthal.

To read the full article please click on the link below

http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/business/my-top-job-at-heston-s-behest-1-4317763

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Chef Adam Tollerfield has an illustrious Michelin-starred CV tucked under his belt – but his latest move takes him back to his roots, in a Sheffield pub.

Please click on the liink blew to read the full article in the Sheffield Telegraph

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/new-red-lion-team-reaching-for-the-stars-1-4231147

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SERVICE supremo Fred Sirieix will be bringing his golden touch to the inaugural Skills for Service Conference, being launched in Sheffield in July.

To read the Sheffield Telegraphs article on this please click on the link below.

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/lifestyle/big-names-line-up-for-city-conference-1-4303336

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Please click on the link below to read the Sheffield Telegraphs article on BrewKitchen taking over the Beauchief Hotel

http://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/partnership-excited-at-a-fresh-start-for-beauchief-1-4324236

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A Sheffield company is enjoying the sweet taste of citrusy success after winning Bronze award and a commendation in the seventh annual World’s Original Marmalade Awards, held at Dalemain Mansion near Penrith, Cumbria.

Catherine’s Choice, from Sheffield received one of the marmalade world’s most prestigious accolades for its Seville Orange & Ginger marmalade which it entered into the Artisan Producer Category and scored high marks for its appearance, colour, consistency, aroma and flavour.
 

Owner Shaun Bamford said they were delighted to ‘shred’ the competition with their Seville Orange & Ginger marmalade: “We’re thrilled to win this prestigious award. We’ve got our preserve pans at the ready to make lots more jars so please have a look at www.catherineschoice.co.uk to see where you can buy some.
 

Over 1,000 jars of marmalade from as far afield as Singapore and South Africa were sent by both artisan producers and amateur makers to the organisers of the quirkily British awards for judging by a prestigious panel of marmalade experts. 

Awards and Festival organiser Jane Hasell-McCosh said: “I’m delighted that so many people, particularly small artisan producers, are still making their own marmalade, preserving one of our great British traditions.”
 

The World’s Original Marmalade Awards & Festival boasts the sponsorship backing of some of the most famous names in marmalade – Paddington, Mackays, Thursday Cottage, Jam Jar Shop and Fortnum & Mason. The event’s 2012 beneficiaries are Hospice at Home and Action Medical Research. 

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The Wortley Arms
Exclusively yours for your special day
 
Enjoy a Wortley Wedding with a sumptuous wedding breakfast for up to 50 people,
cooked by Masterchef of Great Britain Andrew Gabbitas.
 

Downstairs is ideal for up to 140 people to attend your evening reception, with a wide range of wine, spirits and local beers there is even room for a live band or two.      

Contact us on 0114 2888749 for more information
 

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16 year old, Ruth Hansom, from Darlington cooks up a winner at Springboard’s FutureChef 2012 North East of England Regional Final Competition!
School attendee beats (6 others) to win place at national final

Friday, 17th February, Sheffield: Serving up a menu of 
Oven Roasted Rack of Lamb, Vanilla & Butternut Squash Risotto with a Madeira Sauce & Salsa Verde, followed by a Chocolate & Brandy Teardrop, Praline Crisp & Fresh Raspberries
16 year old Ruth Hansom from Longfield Academy of Sport, Darlington area has cooked her way into the national finals of the Springboard FutureChef 2012 competition.

On Friday 17th February at Sheffield Hallam University, Ruth Hansom joined six young, aspiring chefs for the North East of England Regional Final. In recent months these dedicated young chefs have already outshone more than 320 of their peers in earlier rounds of the Springboard’s FutureChef – The Competition 2012. At the North East of England final they showcased their fantastic cooking, budgeting and time management skills.

Springboard’s FutureChef, is a nationwide culinary competition which is delivered in over 700 schools nationwide. The main goal of the FutureChef competition is to assist young people aged 12-16 to learn the critical life skills of cooking and understanding nutrition as well as providing invaluable insight into and inspiration for building a career within the hospitality industry.

The talented hopefuls began their “Let’s Get Cooking” challenge back in September 2011 and have already succeeded in two previous rounds of competition as they cooked for a place in this year’s final. On the day Ruth Hansom reigned supreme, impressing the judges, with her winning menu which according to the judges she delivered with the confidence of a professional.

Head Judge Norman Dinsdale said”
Ruth wowed us with her complete focus, highly organised and calm approach to working in such a pressured environment and at the same time, she displayed a real understanding of the techniques to produce great food. I’ve worked with professionals who would have been delighted to have produced the results Ruth did and she really stood out today. I’m very proud to be part of the Springboard Futurechef programme and it’s so encouraging to know that there is a new generation of chefs with the talent to succeed in this wonderful industry.”

Winner Ruth Hansom said “I am thrilled to have won.  This is my 3rd year of entering this competition.  Last year I made it to the National Final and came 3rd.  I am delighted that I have another chance to show the judges at the National Final what I can do.”

Springboard Regional Manager Suzanne Chilvers said “Springboard’s FutureChef was developed as a result of research into young people’s ideas about the hospitality industry. Our research revealed that young people really admire high-profile and celebrity chefs yet surprisingly few genuinely consider a career as a chef! The FutureChef programme provides teachers and young people with a wonderful insight into the wealth of career opportunities that the hospitality sector.”

The 2012 Competition will culminate on the 26th March this year (12.30 – 2.30), with the National Final taking place at Westminster Kingsway College in London. This year has witnessed an enormous 7,000 students from throughout the UK participate in The Competition.  
 

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