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March 3, 2025

'We pride ourselves on quality': Ironbridge family working to create high quality and popular pork pies

March 2, 2025

LAST COPYRIGHT NATIONAL WORLD JAMIE RICKETTS 01/03/2025 - SHROPSHIRE STAR - Feature on How Shropshire Lad Adam Purnell Built A Fiery Food Empire - Embers Cafe in Coalbrookdale, Shropshire.

Popular Ironbridge Gorge cafe extends opening hours on weekends in response to strong 'appetite'

CSONS in Ludlow is one of the best pancake spots in Shropshire. Photo: CSONS/Google

Nine of the best cafes in Shropshire to celebrate Pancake Day including CSONS in Ludlow

The former Adlard's Tobacconists was a presence on Shrewsbury's Shoplatch for many years. Picture: Google Streetview

Popular pizza restaurant Dough and Oil hopes to open new takeaway in landmark Shrewsbury shop

Inside the historic Shropshire countryside pub which has become a second home and a passion for landladies

March 1, 2025

Inside the Shrewsbury brewery which pays tribute to its region and provides quality, fruity and much-loved beer

The best kebab shops in Shropshire according to locals

The Clive Arms in Ludlow is one of the most booked restaurants in Shropshire according to OpenTable. Photo: The Clive Arms/Google

10 of the most booked restaurants in Shropshire according to OpenTable including Côte Brasserie in Shrewsbury

February 28, 2025

The best fish and chip shops across the UK named in prestigious awards

The best fish and chip shops across the UK named - full list of winners

Food and Drink|Feb 28

The Ginger & Spice Festival has announced the return of The Rajasthan Heritage Experience this September.

Award-winning Ginger & Spice Festival launches crowdfunder to bring a taste of India to Market Drayton

Market Drayton|Feb 28

February 27, 2025

I tried to make pancakes using a simple hack and here it how it turned out

I tried to make pancakes using this simple hack - and it's foolproof

Food and Drink|Feb 27

The William Withering in Wellington

Wetherspoons pub set to host 12-day beer festival with ales from international brewers for less than £2 a pint

February 26, 2025

Owner of Smallwood Lodge Tea Room Jackie Walsh with staff, Michelle Nicholls, Cailin Nolan and Helen Perraton. Photo: Steve Leath

Beloved Newport tea room to close for good after 10 years as owner eyes retirement

February 24, 2025

The Tiddly, Ellerdine. Photo: Google

Rural pub to be taken over by Telford-based brewery after landlords retire

February 23, 2025

Orchard Cafe in Shrewsbury has been named one of the best independent coffee shops in the county by locals. Photo: Orchard Cafe/Google

The nine best independent coffee shops in Shropshire according to locals - including House Coffee in Shrewsbury

The Co-op in Ludlow has reopened under new ownership. Photo: Google

Ludlow Co-op reopens with a new bakery following takeover by SGN Retail

Come and see a Shropshire countryside pub with a tradition going back centuries and counts Dick Turpin as a visitor

February 22, 2025

The Crown Inn sold to Newcastle Parish Council. Photo: Newcastle Parish Council

200-year-old south Shropshire village pub sold to a paraish council

Holy Moly & The Crackers will be joining the line-up at Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2025 for a one-off show.

Full-line up for Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2025 announced with Holy Moly & The Crackers and Oysterband

February 21, 2025

The White Hart in Shifnal is set to open this March. Photo: Jamie Ricketts

Opening date announced for beloved Shifnal pub that has been shut since the Covid pandemic as renovations complete

House of Yum

House of Yum Shrewsbury: Owners of beloved Thai restaurant thank "incredible" customers as second site announced

Attingham Park is set to host Proms in the Park again this summer.

UK Proms in the Park returns to Attingham Park for 2025: Everything you need to know about this summer event in Shrewsbury

February 20, 2025

Behind the new cafe and arts venue, Pale, is married couple Clive Davis and Janet Austin. Photo: Steve Leath/National World

Meet the married couple behind Ludlow's newest kitchen and arts gallery

February 19, 2025

The Bear Inn provides quality food and a place to stay afterwards

Shropshire Day 2025: Ten of Shropshire's best places to eat, from fine dining to fish and chips

February 18, 2025

The most expensive and cheapest wines in popular UK supermarkets - including Asda, Tesco and Aldi

The most expensive versus cheapest wines at every major UK supermarket

Food and Drink|Feb 18

Shrewsbury restaurant Wild Shropshire was handed the Michelin Green Star last week. Its owner James Sherwin, centre, said he was "overwhelmed" with the achievement.

Wild Shropshire: Owner behind farm-to-table restaurant in Shrewsbury ‘overwhelmed’ as awarded Michelin Green Star

February 17, 2025

Bridgnorth chippy Sid's Plaice has announced temporary closure as new owners are set to take over. Photo: Google

Longstanding Bridgnorth fish and chip shop announces temporary closure as new owners set to take over

10 of the best restaurant deals for families this half term - including kids go free

10 of the best restaurant deals for families this half term - including kids go free

Food and Drink|Feb 17

The range of food and flavours was something to behold

Experience quality food, great company and friendly hosts as little slice of the Orient comes to Whitchurch

Wild Shropshire in Whitchurch. Picture: The Michelin Guide/Natalie Moore.

Eight of the best Shropshire restaurants that deserved a Michelin Star this year according to locals

February 16, 2025

The Salwey Arms is set in a handy location between three towns and on the busy A49

South Shropshire pub provides a place to stop, enjoy a drink and a good meal and take in beautiful surroundings

February 15, 2025

Ludlow Brewery's Beer Festival: Everything you need to know – including full list of ales

Dining out in Shropshire

10 Shropshire restaurants deserving of a Michelin star, according to locals

Martin Taylor of Garden Bistro Cafe in Wellington Telford is selling the business.

Owner of Telford cafe and ‘social hub’ for Wellington’s elderly announces plans to sell business following poor health

February 14, 2025

The top 50 cocktail bars in the UK named in prestigious list

The top 50 places for a cocktail in the UK named in prestigious list

Food and Drink|Feb 14

February 13, 2025

Bishop's Castle brewery brings centuries of brewing tradition to boil to produce beers loved across West Midlands

Pret A Manger confirms the scrapping of price increase following customer backlash

Pret a Manger announces big change to its loyalty scheme after scrapping free drinks

Cost of living|Feb 13

February 12, 2025

The seven most romantic restaurants in Shropshire for a Valentine's Day date - according to locals

House of Yum

Award-winning, family-owned Shrewsbury Thai restaurant announces expansion

February 11, 2025

Wild Shropshire in Whitchurch. Picture: The Michelin Guide/Natalie Moore.

See 14 top-quality Shropshire and Staffordshire restaurants named in Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2025

Ludlow Brewery to hold three-day 'Valentine’s Ale Massacre' beer festival

February 9, 2025

Mike Phillips, owner of Blue Moon Vineyards, with Howey WI members, from left, Lizzie Brailsford, Ruth Curzon and Kathryn Hunt (Image: Howey WI)

Powys vineyard was the subject of a talk at the first Howey Women’s Institute meeting of 2025

Newport pub which looks to provide traditional pub experience, a range of fine beers and a chance for a chat

February 7, 2025

Hickory's will be bringing its in-demand burgers to Telford later this year.

Hugely popular Hickory's Smokehouse set to open restaurant in Telford this year

Roads bosses want traffic plan for rebuild of Shropshire pub destroyed by lorry

February 6, 2025

Bottle of Bulleit Bourbon whiskey

Bulleit Bourbon drops to £23 – a smooth, spicy steal for whiskey lovers

Affiliates|Feb 6

The Valentine’s Meal for Two Dine in Deal is incredible value for money

Our consumer writer chooses his ideal £15 Morrisons Dine in Valentine's meal deal

Affiliates|Feb 6

February 4, 2025

Aldi has launched a full Valentine’s Day range, which includes a "luxurious variety" of food and drink

Aldi launches Valentine's Day range with new deals - full list of items

Food and Drink|Feb 4

Paul Heaton provided a social media diary of his trip to Ludlow, taking in sights such as Ludlow Brewery. Photo: Paul Heaton

It's Happy Hour in Ludlow as singer Paul Heaton goes on a pub crawl in the town

February 2, 2025

Sophie Crockford from Self Help Africa, left, and Katie Morris. Photo: Steve Leath

'Secret supper' to take diners on mystery tour of Shrewsbury restaurants - and you could join them

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