Join us on a gastronomical trip around the world, featuring everything from pain au chocolat to paella. The best bit? You don't even have to leave NE1. Let's eat!
FRENCH OVEN BAKERY
Experience Europe without the Eurostar, at none other than the Grainger Market. Newcastle’s classic old shopping centre is now home to The French Oven, an independent artisan bakery catering to all your continental cravings. With stunning baguettes, pies and macarons, their food is as easy on the eye as it is delicious. Bon Appetit!
EL TORERO
Nothing says summer has finally arrived quite like a break in sunny Spain, and no trip is complete without a tonne of tapas and plenty of paella. Don’t panic if you haven’t got a trip planned this year, you can still enjoy amazing sunshine food at El Torero, a tasty little piece of the Mediterranean in the heart of Newcastle. Offering a stunning menu of Spanish classics in a cosy and casual setting, you can’t go wrong with this little gem. A trip to Spain with none of the hassle of holiday planning? Don’t mind if we do!
THE ORCHID
Now that we’ve ticked off a few European hang-outs, it’s time to travel further afield – all the way to China! Newcastle is lucky enough to be home to a simply outstanding Chinatown, and once you’re through that famous oriental archway, it’s hard to pick a favourite restaurant. The Orchid is always a great choice, and once you’ve eaten there we think you’ll agree. Start with the satay chicken skewers and then sample a stunning stir-fry, all in a beautiful, softly lit interior.
OTTOMAN TURKISH RESTAURANT
Mad about mezze and crazy about kebabs? Ottoman Turkish Restaurant is the place to be for fans of exotic eateries. Enjoy authentic Turkish recipes with family and friends with their extensive restaurant, all in a modern yet relaxed setting. With a separate barbecue menu, it’s a taste of summer with a delicious difference.
FIVE GUYS
No trip around the world would be complete without a stop off in the U S of A. And what's more American than a good old-fashioned diner? Five Guys has taken Newcastle – along with the rest of the country – by storm in the last couple of years, and we can see why. With burgers (or should we say patties) and hot dogs forming the backbone of their mouth-watering menu, and cute retro fittings, Five Guys brings you fast food with a twist. A perfect pitstop in a day of shopping in the North East’s answer to the Big Apple.
