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Feature Published 25 February 2025
First look: The Brasserie at Saltmoore, Whitby, North Yorkshire
Not content with restaurants in York, his home village of Oldstead and neighbouring Byland, to say nothing of a thriving online business selling produce from his Yorkshire farm, Tommy Banks’ reach in God’s Own Country now extends to the coast. The chef has taken on consultancy duties at this new hotel on an 85-acre Victorian estate, re-fashioning the tired weddings-and-anniversaries ...
GFG archive Published 25 February 2025
Through the archives: St John
Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver have been responsible for one of the most important breakaway movements in modern British cooking. They got things spot-on from the start and became pacesetters for a new generation. In celebration of their 30 years in The Good Food Guide and their place in the shortlist for Restaurant of the Year at The Good Food Guide ...
Best Local Restaurant Published 25 February 2025
The Bavette Effect: in celebration of the suburbs
Ahead of Best Local Restaurant 2025 in partnership with Square just around the corner, Leeds local and food writer Thom Archer weighs in on 'The Bavette Effect', and why the suburbs are winning out over the city centre.
News Published 25 February 2025
New Restaurant Openings in 2025
Keeping your finger on the pulse? If you've visited any of the new openings below, let us know what you think by sending us your review. Restaurant openings this year | Restaurants opening next yearRestaurants opened in 2025: January | February Restaurants opening in 2025 Winsome Shaun Moffat (formerly of Best Local Restaurant Edinburgh Castle and Shoreditch favourite Manteca) has announced that he will open ...
The Good Food Guide Awards Published 25 February 2025
To eat: Tom Barnes' recipe for Skof's confit potatoes, cheddar and horseradish
Put your culinary expertise to the test with one of Tom Barnes’ seasonal dishes from the tasting menu at Skof, our Best New Restaurant winner in Manchester.
Best Local Restaurant Published 24 February 2025
100 Best Local Restaurants 2025 - Registration form
Our search for Britain’s best local restaurants is back for 2025, in partnership with Square. Now in its 15th year, the campaign is dedicated to seeking out and celebrating the best of local, independent and accesibly-priced dining – the places with great cooking and brilliantly warm hospitality at the beating heart of communities around Britain. Nominations open on Wednesday 5th ...
Where to eat Published 22 February 2025
Best Restaurants in West Sussex
West Sussex is home to some of the most inviting restaurants in the South East, where quality ingredients and thoughtful cooking take centre stage. From countryside inns to elegant fine dining, the county’s best restaurants make the most of their surroundings, whether nestled in the South Downs or set in charming villages like West Hoathly and Slaugham. Whether it’s the ...
Feature Published 21 February 2025
An inspector's report on Best New Restaurant Skof
Winner of Best New Restaurant 2025, Skof was surveilled by four different inspectors over the course of last year through a mix of personal visits and Good Food Guide duties. The inspection report that follows comes from the Official Commission and offers a detailed flavour of the brilliance of Tom Barnes’ creation.
Where to eat Published 21 February 2025
As seen on screen: A taste of Great British Menu 2025
Now in its 20th year, BBC’s Great British Menu has become an annual staple in any food-lover’s calendar, where chefs from across Britain come together to compete on behalf of their regions for a place in the banquet at the end of the series. The spectacular feast is for viewing only, but here is where you can get a taste ...
Feature Published 17 February 2025
First look: Bar Valette, Shoreditch
The Clove Club’s Isaac McHale brings his approach to a second Shoreditch venue, Bar Valette. We take a first look.
