Food and drink

The perfect place to relax

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Colourful and stunning: riverside dining in the most unlikely of places

Meet the Chef: Oli Martin, Aven Restaurant in Preston

Meet the Chef: Oli Martin, Aven Restaurant in Preston

Meet the Chef: Oli Martin, Aven Restaurant, has the perfect recipe for Lancashire Day

White Tower Restaurant

White Tower Restaurant

Two Blackpool restaurants named among best in Lancashire

Blackburn has plenty of spots for a hot chocolate - here are five of the best, including Haute Dolci

Blackburn has plenty of spots for a hot chocolate - here are five of the best, including Haute Dolci

5 of the best places to ingulge in a hot chocolate and all the trimmings in Blackburn

Philadelphia takes up the spot opposite the Shandar Sweet House on the corner of Mitton Street.

Philadelphia takes up the spot opposite the Shandar Sweet House on the corner of Mitton Street.

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Takeaway offering free meals to all customers on opening day

We all love a chippy

We all love a chippy

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The best value for money chippies in East Lancashire - according to our readers

Chris and Stephen Shelmerdine, founders of The Coffee House

Chris and Stephen Shelmerdine, founders of The Coffee House

Brothers aiming to ‘redefine coffee experience’ set to open café in this town

The new Scholar’s restaurant at Blackburn College has reopened following major renovations.

The new Scholar’s restaurant at Blackburn College has reopened following major renovations.

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New college restaurant and cafe unveiled following £850k makeover

Discover Blackburn is thrilled to announce the launch of the Festival of the Moon this November

Discover Blackburn is thrilled to announce the launch of the Festival of the Moon this November

Cultural attractions

A Christmas celebration that’s out of this world

Mr Sullivan was working as a private chef when COVID hit and was sent home without a job

Mr Sullivan was working as a private chef when COVID hit and was sent home without a job

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From mum's garden to 100,000 followers: Lockdown pizza maker finds success

Nigel Haworth has launched his new menu at The Three Fishes

Nigel Haworth has launched his new menu at The Three Fishes

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One of East Lancs' best restaurants launches mouth-watering Christmas menu

Three Fishes Mitton - fine dining experience with a Lancashire twist

Three Fishes Mitton - fine dining experience with a Lancashire twist

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The fine dining experience with a Lancashire twist – where everyone is welcome

Tim Allen, Chef-Patron of Michelin Star restaurant Sõ-lõ

Tim Allen, Chef-Patron of Michelin Star restaurant Sõ-lõ

Meet the Chef: Tim Allen, chef-patron of Michelin Star restaurant Sõ-lõ

The Florence pub in Moss Street, Daisyfield

The Florence pub in Moss Street, Daisyfield

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Suburban pub set for conversion to cafe and madrassah

The two teams have put their brewing heads together to develop the ‘Ooh Ahh Lancashire’ pale ale

The two teams have put their brewing heads together to develop the ‘Ooh Ahh Lancashire’ pale ale

New 'Lancashire Tea' pale ale released for Lancashire Day

Holly Cannoli, Mega Munch, Enzo's Pizza and The Coach at Edenfield all winners in Good Food Awards

Holly Cannoli, Mega Munch, Enzo's Pizza and The Coach at Edenfield all winners in Good Food Awards

Good Food Award

"We're ecstatic" - East Lancs eateries win big at Good Food Awards

Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding with judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith on episode 3 of series 15 of The Great British Bake Off

Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding with judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith on episode 3 of series 15 of The Great British Bake Off

Great British Bake Off

Great British Bake Off 2025: How to apply for next series in the tent

Matt Willdigg opened OH! Pizza in Longridge

Matt Willdigg opened OH! Pizza in Longridge

MasterChef professional's new restaurant 'capturing hearts' of community

Lisa Goodwin-Allen at Obsession food festival

Lisa Goodwin-Allen at Obsession food festival

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The 21 Michelin star chefs cooking up storm at gourmet food festival

Where is the best place for a brew? Help us crown the best coffee shop around

Where is the best place for a brew? Help us crown the best coffee shop around

Where is the best place for a brew? Help us crown the best coffee shop around

Cinzia and Maurizio Bocchi from La Locanda

Cinzia and Maurizio Bocchi from La Locanda

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Renowned Ribble Valley restaurant wins big at Italian food awards

Mars releases new Milky Way chocolate as fans say 'I might die if I don't have this'

A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency issued a “do not eat” warning to customers who have already purchased the dips

A spokesman for the Food Standards Agency issued a “do not eat” warning to customers who have already purchased the dips

'Do not eat': Dips recalled as they may contain 'animal matter' sparking health fears

Doug Crampton is the focus of this week's Meet the Chef

Doug Crampton is the focus of this week's Meet the Chef

Meet the Chef who runs eco-restaurant on working farm in Ribble Valley

Sit back, relax and let The Royal’s team of talented chefs do all the hard work.

Sit back, relax and let The Royal’s team of talented chefs do all the hard work.

Celebrate the festive season with The Royal at Heysham

The Fun House offers a diverse range of attractions to cater to everyone in the family

The Fun House offers a diverse range of attractions to cater to everyone in the family

New entertainment hub with roller rink and obstacle course to open

Sit back, relax and let The Toll House’s team of talented chefs do all the hard work.

Sit back, relax and let The Toll House’s team of talented chefs do all the hard work.

Celebrate the festive season with The Toll House Inn in Lancaster

Sit back, relax and let The Millstone’s team of talented chefs do all the hard work.

Sit back, relax and let The Millstone’s team of talented chefs do all the hard work.

Celebrate the festive season with The Millstone at Mellor

Tim Allen, Chef Patron of a Michelin starred restaurant, has joined Taste Lancashire Ambassadors

Tim Allen, Chef Patron of a Michelin starred restaurant, has joined Taste Lancashire Ambassadors

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Top chef from joins stellar group of Taste Lancashire Ambassadors

This Lancashire chippy has progressed to the top 20 in The National Fish and Chip Shop Awards 2025

This Lancashire chippy has progressed to the top 20 in The National Fish and Chip Shop Awards 2025

East Lancashire chippy progresses to final 20 for Takeaway of the Year award

New research from Just Eat has found that pet parents do not want to “remember, remember, the 5th of November”

New research from Just Eat has found that pet parents do not want to “remember, remember, the 5th of November”

Dog owners can get a free Just Eat takeaway today - how to claim yours

If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' or 'recalled'

If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' or 'recalled'

Co-op apologises to customers as FSA issues 'do not eat' warning

Emily is bringing the 'paint and sip' events to her hometown next month

Emily is bringing the 'paint and sip' events to her hometown next month

Art teacher bringing festive 'sip and paint' nights out to town

Too Good To Go is launching a new delivery service across the UK so customers can order parcels to their home address

Too Good To Go is launching a new delivery service across the UK so customers can order parcels to their home address

Too Good To Go launches delivery service for surprise food bags - how to get yours

The Kebabish Original has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Curry House competition.

The Kebabish Original has been nominated for the Lancashire Telegraph’s Best Curry House competition.

Restaurant's 'VIP karahis' bring a true taste of Punjabi cuisine and see diners flock

Mohammed Abdullah is in the running for Best Curry House, according to Lancashire Telegraph readers

Mohammed Abdullah is in the running for Best Curry House, according to Lancashire Telegraph readers

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Pub turned curry house is renowned for its ‘exceptional customer service’

Picking up the award for Best Milk is Lancashire-based business Oato

Picking up the award for Best Milk is Lancashire-based business Oato

Lancashire business wins award for making 'best milk'

Maurizio Bocchi, La Locanda in Gisburn

Maurizio Bocchi, La Locanda in Gisburn

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Meet the Chef: Maurizio Bocchi, La Locanda in Gisburn

Les Hussain said Jaipur Indian Restaurant in Padiham is his passion

Les Hussain said Jaipur Indian Restaurant in Padiham is his passion

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Managing own Indian restaurant was childhood dream of competition nominee

The cheesy John Bull

The cheesy John Bull

'I tried a popular chippy's cheesy twist on the classic John Bull'

The new store will create six jobs

The new store will create six jobs

New Greggs store opens in Lancashire shopping centre

Grandparents eat free at pubs this month in a bid to bring families together.

Grandparents eat free at pubs this month in a bid to bring families together.

Food and drink business

Grandparents eat free at national pub chain this month with this 4-word code

Back in August Walkers teamed up with Heinz to launch a new sandwich-inspired crisp range.

Back in August Walkers teamed up with Heinz to launch a new sandwich-inspired crisp range.

Walkers is giving away free packets of crisps this month - see how to claim

Freya's Grill that’s ‘destination for everyone’ hoping to come out on top in competition

Freya's Grill that’s ‘destination for everyone’ hoping to come out on top in competition

Indian restaurant with five-star reviews ‘has something for everyone’

Harun Miah, owner of Balti Stan, is excited that his restaurant has been nominated for a competition

Harun Miah, owner of Balti Stan, is excited that his restaurant has been nominated for a competition

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Indian restaurant has ‘gone from strength to strength’ after facing challenges

Business boom at Burnley's Aroma Asian Burnley after BBC show

Business boom at Burnley's Aroma Asian Burnley after BBC show

Business booms for ‘best curry house’ nominee after appearance on BBC show

The finalists in the Lancashire Telegraph Best Curry House competition have been named

The finalists in the Lancashire Telegraph Best Curry House competition have been named

Finalists in Lancashire Telegraph Best Curry House contest revealed

Aldi joins other big name brands including Coca-Cola, Cadbury and Walkers Crisps in discontinuing products in 2024.

Aldi joins other big name brands including Coca-Cola, Cadbury and Walkers Crisps in discontinuing products in 2024.

Aldi apologises as it discontinues 'best ever' chocolate that had fans 'addicted'

The Cabin serves food and drinks every day

The Cabin serves food and drinks every day

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The 'cosy' cafe at the bottom of Pendle Hill that serves 'delicious' food

The Inn at Whitewell has impressed customers on Tripadvisor

The Inn at Whitewell has impressed customers on Tripadvisor

'Absolutely beautiful' Lancashire pub among best spots for lunch this autumn

Maurizio Bocchi, chef at La Laconda

Maurizio Bocchi, chef at La Laconda

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Business among UK’s best independent Italian restaurants after awards shortlist

Comedian, Nina Gilligan, bags job as Holland's Pies pastry taster after winning debate

Comedian, Nina Gilligan, bags job as Holland's Pies pastry taster after winning debate

Comedian Nina Gilligan wins debate with superfan to join Holland's Pies

What did we make of them?

What did we make of them?

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I visited 'East Lancashire's best bakery' and bought a shedload of food for a tenner

The Musafir team with their award at the Curry Life Awards ceremony

The Musafir team with their award at the Curry Life Awards ceremony

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East Lancs venue named best restaurant at national curry awards