Where to eat

Running from 1-25 May, Brighton Festival promises live music, theatre, comedy, dance, family shows, talks, workshops, exhibitions and plenty of outdoor events. To help keep you fuelled between venues, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite places to eat in Brighton and Hove (actually!). From timeless bistros to fine-dining menus, these spots capture the city’s personality, creativity and culinary flair. ...

Now in its 16th year, Great British Beef Week (23–30 April) celebrates the unbeatable taste of British beef and the farmers behind it. And what better way to show your support than by tucking into a seriously good steak? From classic chophouses to modern grills, here’s our roundup of the best steak spots serving top-quality, locally sourced British beef.

From Cynthia Shanmugalingam’s buzzing Borough Market spot to Jack Lury’s meticulous procession of small plates in Hastings, these are Britain’s best restaurants to transport you to the sunny shores of Sri Lanka.

Whether you call the South West home or you’re just passing through on a well-earned break, one thing’s guaranteed – you’re seriously spoiled when it comes to bakeries. From Gorse’s perfectly crusty sourdough and Pipit’s next-level patisserie to Hilda – Bristol’s bakery on wheels – these spots are the kind of places where having your cake and eating it isn’t ...

If you're taking part and looking forward to a post-run reward, or a spectator with time to dine along the way, here are our top suggestions for where to eat along the London Marathon route.

The North has never had it so good when it come to standout bakeries. From Sarah Lemanski’s fabulous showcase of regional flours and wholegrain baking at Leeds Dock to the all-female A-team putting Levenshulme on the foodie map, these are flavour-first pit stops not to miss across northern England.

There are plenty of queues to join as you tick off Britain’s 50 Best Bakeries 2026, in partnership with Square, but these gems from the list invite you in to stay a while. Slowly savour your pain suisse and perfect flat white or linger over a hot lunch made with local produce without feeling rushed off your seat.

The winners of Good Food Guide’s 50 Best British Bakeries 2026 have been announced – and London’s bakery scene is firmly in the spotlight. Ten standout spots made the list, with seven new entries shaking things up this year. From perfectly laminated croissants at Suba and cult-favourite sourdough at Eric’s to Arôme’s boundary-pushing sweet/savoury miso bacon escargot, a pastry-crawl round ...

Six Scottish standouts made the final cut in Good Food Guide’s 50 Best Bakeries 2026 – three previous winners and three newcomers. From superlative sourdough at Aran and fluffy focaccia at Bandit to German schrotbrot at Wild Hearth, we found artisan baking, north of the border, to be at its very best.

If you’re planning an Easter break in Britain, finding a standout local bakery is a must. From freshly baked sourdough to indulgent pastries and traditional hot cross buns, the right spot can elevate your trip. To help you plan, we’ve rounded up highlights from the Good Food Guide’s 50 Best Bakeries 2026 – your go-to list for the country’s top ...