Nottingham Creative Community News

We Join Blue Barrel Cider for a Day of Scrumping In St Ann’s and a Chat About the Importance of Keeping Things Green

Made with fruit from mostly forgotten orchards, Blue Barrel Cider might be one of the most eco-friendly drinks on the market. Our...

We Hear From the Duo Behind Hockley Helles, the Nottingham Lager Going Head-To-Head With Heineken and Amstel

08 November 21

We chat to Nottingham Trent University graduates Will Barratt and Al Squires - the brains behind Hockley Brew Co - about their delicious new lager, Hockley Helles, breaking into a challenging industry, and what they have planned for the future...

Meet the Owners of Biscuit and Brew, an Elegant New Tea Room in the Heart of Nottingham

31 August 21

Nottingham’s Biscuit and Brew is a little tea shop with some big ideas. We pop down to meet the owners, Darren Brookes and his fiancée Dee, to find out why so many locals are raving about this hidden gem...

The Cod’s Scallops Owner John Molnar Reflects on Ten Years of the UK’s Best Fish and Chip Shop

04 August 21

Despite being about as far from the sea as you can get in the UK, The Cod’s Scallops was named as the UK’s best fish and chip shop in 2020, capping off an impressive list of accolades for one of Nottingham’s biggest culinary success stories. Opening as a single shop ten years ago, Nottingham is now home to four of the renowned chippies. With a fifth on the way, as well as a 10% discount running throughout August to celebrate their anniversary, we caught up with owner John Molnar to find out the secrets of his success…

Nottingham Family Business Treat Kitchen Opens New Store in Old Thorntons Site

19 June 21

Having been a fan of their old shop down on Wheeler Gate, we were sweetly surprised to hear about the new Treat Kitchen - from local family business TTK Confectionary - opening up in the old Thorntons site at Victoria Centre. With a long lineage of local confectionery crafting, a big focus on supporting charities and the local community, and a serious eye for sustainability, we thought we’d better check out their new shop. We chatted with two of the co-owners, Jess and Martin Barnett, and Head of Product Development, Katie Gilbert.

The Best Outdoor Spaces in Notts Presented by GorgeUs

27 May 21

The GorgeUs team present a round-up of the best eateries with outdoor seating as we move into the summer months...

Notts-based Vork Pie Have Scooped Up Awards for Their Vegan Pub Snacks

21 May 21

They say the best ideas come after a couple of pints with your mates. And this is certainly true for Sophie Neill of Vork Pie, a Stanton by Dale-based handmade vegan pie outlet. Established in 2014, Sophie has spent the best part of a decade perfecting the plant-based alternative to Britain’s best loved pub snack, which is now stocked in outlets up and down the country…

Food Review: No Homer

27 April 21

Cold cuts, vegan style...

Food Review: German Donar Kebab

19 April 21

All the flavour and none of the guilt...

Notts-based Franchise Ohannes Burgers Are After UK-Wide Domination

13 April 21

Amidst the general misery within the food and drink sector during the past twelve months, one chain has managed to not only survive, but thrive. Ohannes Burgers, with their four – and soon to be six – Nottingham branches, pride themselves on putting the freshest ingredients and commitment to quality above all else. And with their West Bridgford and Mansfield locations set to open soon, joining their branches in the City Centre, Arnold, Hucknall and Sherwood (as well as a further store planned for Beeston), we thought it was high time to catch up with owners Deniz & Mehmet Yaziciolgu and Murat Yer to find out the secret of Ohannes’ success...

Nottingham Pubs, Bars and Restaurants Re-opening on 12 April 2021

09 April 21

As Nottingham pubs, bars and restaurants start to re-open here's a list of places you can go to for al fresco food and drink from Monday 12 April onwards and whether you need to book in advance or not...

6 Nottingham Bars and Restaurants with Outside Dining

08 April 21

Just in time for April 12, we put together a list of city-centre spots where you can (hopefully) bask in the sunshine with a pint in hand...

Food Review: Uramaki

09 March 21

Posh sushi straight to your door...

Food Review: Big Guys Thiccc Sauce

27 February 21

These sauces lit a fire under our bellehs...

Black Iris Brewery’s Director Alex Wilson on Producing Beers for Ten Years

26 February 21

Black Iris Brewery celebrate their tenth birthday later this year. We caught up with Director Alex Wilson to talk artwork, music, history and that time that they raised a smile from Sandi Toksvig and Alan Davies...

Big Mike's Fat Kitchen is Whipping Up Cheesecake for Carlton

21 February 21

From age-old recipes to newly dreamt up decadence, Cheesecakes by Big Mike’s Fat Kitchen have hit the ground running and are whipping up a storm in Carlton. We talk to the namesake and owner Mike Jones to get the lowdown…

6 of the Best Romantic Takeaways in Nottingham

12 February 21

They say the way to anyone’s heart is through their stomach – and what better way to win someone over than with some damn fine takeaways? Schmooze your sexy other half with these tasty treats...

Have A Date Night Curated By Studio Chocolate and Other Nottingham Independents This Valentine's Day

04 February 21

Impress your loved one with these beautiful treats...

Bake Off and Pie's Baz the Baker Provides Flour for Lockdown Baking

01 January 21

Since lockdown, home baking has emerged as one of the nation’s favourite hobbies. But while demand for bread has gone up, flour has been tricky to get hold of...

Christmas on a Budget with Local Recipe Creator Lucy and Lentils

23 December 20

Food is such a big part of the festive season, providing so many tasty memories and cause for merriment. Things might be feeling a bit tighter on the wallet following this year’s troubles, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still chow down on some tasty nosh this Christmas time. We’ve enlisted Notts recipe creator and photographer Lucy Parker to share some tips on how to make your food extra tasty on a budget, and make sure nothing goes to waste...

D7 Sauce Are Creating Homemade Hot Sauce in Sherwood

02 November 20

Hot sauce can be an uncomfortable condiment to eat. I like a bit of spice, but the hot stuff generally doesn’t bring me much joy. However, D7 Sauce’s Scarlett’s Hot Sauce, with its bright packaging and promises of flavour made me want to give it a bash. Minutes before I was set to interview its owner and creator Mark Walsh, I did just that. My mouth imploded with the gorgeous rich, smokiness of the sauce – and then boom, I was hit with that signature hot kick. My senses were sizzling and I was fired up for a chat. And thankfully the tongue-tingling subsided just before we were set to begin...

Food Review: Rikshaw Urban Indian Kitchen

28 October 20

Our Food Editor tucked into some serious bad boy Indian street food...

Food Review: Bar Iberico

12 October 20

We got down to one of Notts' best loved tapas-spots to see how things have changed post-lockdown...

Doughnotts Have Been Nominated for a National Award - Here's How You Can Help Them Win