What began as a minor accolade in the 2010 edition of the Guide is now the most important event in our calendar. Thanks to your nominations, and the undercover work of our inspectors, our 100 Best Local Restaurants celebrate the very best of local dining in Britain today.
Traditionally, chefs don’t get out for many walks in the wilderness. But the continuing trend for foraging means that some of them will feel the sun on their skin and the wind in their hair at some point – unless they pay a pro forager to gather goodness for them. Either way, it should be done sustainably.
Between March and May we asked you to nominate your favourite neighbourhood eatery for our Local Restaurant of the year competition. We were looking for the gems that fly under the critics’ radar, but occupy a special place in their diners’ hearts, the unsung heroes of the restaurant world that ......
