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01Food&Drink

New milestone for Great Yorkshire Show cheese auction

Cheese loving visitors to the Great Yorkshire Show have now helped raise an incredible £70,000 for good causes over the years, with Field Nurse and Saint Michael’s Hospice set to benefit from the latest support for the Show’s ever-popular Cheese Auction. The milestone comes after prize-winning cheese went under the hammer in the Great Yorkshire Food Hall on the third day of this year’s Show, raising a grand total of £8,315. The Cheese Auction sees visitors bid for their favourite cheeses aft

Aug 18, 2026

02Business

North Yorkshire rapeseed oil business shortlisted in new food and drink awards

The team at a Thixendale family business are celebrating after being shortlisted in a regional food and drink awards programme. Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil has reached the final in the Producer/Grower category at the inaugural The Press York Food and Drink awards, which celebrate the best of York and North Yorkshire’s hospitality and food scene. Marketing manager, Jennie Palmer, said: “We’re very proud to have reached the final of these awards. What a fabulous way to celebrate our 18th year in bu

Aug 12, 2026

03Food&Drink

Line up revealed for Agri-Innovation Village at the 2026 Great Yorkshire Show

Smart solutions for powering farms and sustainable agriculture are among the latest exhibits that can now be revealed for the Agri-Innovation Village at this year’s Great Yorkshire Show on Tuesday 14 – Friday 17 July. Archimedes spiral-style wind turbines, biomethane fuel for farm machinery and a ‘smart’ weather forecasting app are just some of the emerging technologies that will be showcased as part of a major focus on future-proofing farming. CatchmentAI’s Probcast app serves up the best w

Jul 13, 2026

04Food&Drink

Football Fanzone unveils big screen for England fans to watch World Cup action

Super-sized screens are being installed, the drinks are being chilled and street food is being prepared as Trinity Kitchen is set to host its own Football Fanzone showing the World Cup games this week – kicking off with England vs. Croatia on Wednesday, 17th June. The Trinity Leeds foodie favourite is transforming into an evening fan zone with three super-sized 5m x 3m screens, the ‘Northern Monk Trinity Tap’ bar with 20 beer taps from Leeds independent brewery Northern Monk, as well as 11 str

Jun 15, 2026

05Food&Drink

Viking beer recreated through archaeology debuts in Leeds

A 9th century-inspired Viking ale created through archaeological research and experimental brewing will make its debut at this month’s Great Exhibition of Prize Ales festival at The Tetley. Bradford-based brewery Amity Brew Co has collaborated with archaeologist Dr Brian Costello of University of Leicester part of research collective The Body-Politics to recreate a beer inspired by brewing traditions from the Viking Age. The beer named Raven Starver is a 6% Smoked Juniper Ale combining Nordi

Jun 1, 2026

06Food&Drink

Football’s coming home – new bar & huge new football venue announced

Trinity Kitchen will turn into one of the city’s biggest hotspots to watch the World Cup this summer, transforming into an evening fan zone with three super-sized 5m x 3m screens, a brand new bar, DJs, brass bands and space for up to 1,000 supporters. Free to attend and opening in time for the start of the tournament on 11 June, fans will have the option of booking tables for England’s games making it the perfect base for a friendly matchday atmosphere. It has also been revealed that award-w

May 21, 2026

07Food&Drink

Leeds cheesemonger crowned northeast winner

Award-winning Leeds cheesemonger, George & Joseph, has been named a regional winner at the 2026 Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards, cementing its reputation as one of the UK’s leading independent food retailers. The Chapel Allerton-based business was recognised as the northeast regional winner at the national awards, which celebrate the very best specialist food retailers across the UK. Judged by industry experts, the awards highlight businesses excelling in areas including product quality, cust

May 5, 2026

08Food&Drink

Wakefield barista crowned global Costa Coffee barista of the year

A barista from Costa Coffee’s Wakefield Drive Thru has been crowned Global Barista of the Year 2026, marking the first time a competitor from the UK & Ireland has taken the top title since 2017. Charlie Denton, who has worked at the Wakefield store for six years, impressed judges in the international final held in London, competing against baristas from Costa Coffee markets across the world, including the UAE, Poland and China. Following an outstanding performance in the sixteenth Costa Coff

Apr 15, 2026

09Food&Drink

The Treasury announces partnership with Whitby Distillery

The Treasury Whitby is proud to announce a new partnership with Whitby Distillery, which will become the venue’s house pour gin, with the distillery’s full award-winning range available across the bar. Launching in Summer 2026, The Treasury is committed to celebrating exceptional craftsmanship while championing outstanding local producers. The partnership with Whitby Distillery reflects a shared dedication to quality, authenticity and a deep connection to Whitby’s coastal heritage. Founded

Mar 19, 2026

10Business

Laurent-Perrier partners with The Treasury Whitby

The Treasury Whitby is proud to announce a distinguished new partnership with Laurent-Perrier, one of the world’s most revered Champagne houses. This collaboration unites two family-led brands connected by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. The partnership brings together a globally celebrated Champagne house with one of Whitby’s most iconic and architecturally significant buildings. Opening in Summer 2026, The Treasury Whitby will offer a refined bar and re

Mar 11, 2026

11Business

AI-up: More hospitality venues sign-up to AI startup Urbanary

Urbanary, an AI-driven platform launched to lend a helping hand to the hospitality sector in Leeds earlier this month, has had a host of new venues sign-up as partners, including Leeds Food Tours and Be At One. The mobile-optimised platform allows individuals to plan a perfect night out in the city, taking into account age, preferences and mood to give a personal experience. Urbanary was launched in Leeds at the beginning of December, but has already proved extremely popular, with 5,800 webs

Jan 5, 2026

12Food&Drink

Yorkshire whisky distillery named as one of the Top 50 spirits producers in the world

The team at a North Yorkshire whisky distillery is celebrating after being named one of the top 50 spirits producers in the world. Hunmanby Single Estate, single malt whisky distillery, Spirit of Yorkshire, was awarded the accolade by the IWSC (International Wine & Spirit Competition) on account of its consistent quality, excellence and success in the last three competitions. Commenting on the Top 50 results, Christelle Guibert, CEO of Fine Wine & Spirits, the parent company of the IWSC, sai

Dec 11, 2025