Why Not Try...La Cubanita
The mojitos are chilled and the music is hot at La Cubanita, a new Cuban restaurant and bar that opened in Campbell Square at the beginning of 2008. It has already won plenty of plaudits including Best Newcomer from Metro newspapers and being selecte ...more
The Sugarvine BlogThe Michelin Man
The start of the year traditionally sees the publication of the new Michelin Guide - an opportunity for foodies to slaver and drool over the latest must-visit gastro-hotspots across the UK. But is it still a relevant guide in this cyber-led day and a ...see the full blog and reader comments
Ask The Chef Paul Heathcote
One of the north's most high-profile chefs, Paul Heathcote opened his flagship Longridge Restaurant in 1990 and built it up to two-Michelin-star status. The Heathcotes group now extends to eleven restaurants across Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Lancashire and Cheshire and includes his Olive Press chain of Italian restaurants and a flourishing outside catering business. Paul has teamed up with Sugarvine to answer your cookery questions:
Ask Paul Heathcote your question.What is the best way to cook boneless joints of lamb or shoulders of lamb so the meat just falls away from the joint? - Steffs
New On The VineLatest Sugarvine Venues
On sugarvine.com you can view profiles, photos, menus, wine lists and details of special events for many of Liverpool & Merseyside restaurants, bars and pubs. Watch this space. . .
- Lime Bar & Grill, Prescot
- Yiamas Greek Taverna, Birkenhead
- Marine Brasserie, Southport
- The Pizza Parlour, Wavertree
- New Peking Duck, Wavertree
- The Exchange, Liverpool City Centre
- Zen, West Derby
- Zenzero, Formby
- The Egg, Liverpool City Centre
- Le Banque Bistro, Woolton
- Little Pizza Kitchen, Waterloo
- Lobster Pot, Liverpool City Centre
- Click here to see more
The Gastrotourist Destination Restaurants
Some meals are worth a special journey. In The Gastrotourist we profile select destination restaurants from across the UK and beyond.
Hunstrete House, PensfordThe CriticsWhat The Papers Say
Yes, they might be London-centric and some of them don't even have all that much to say about the food -- but there's no denying that the restaurant critics do make for interesting reading. So for your vicarious dining pleasure we've brought together restaurant reviewers from the quality national papers.
AA Gill, Sunday Times
Jay Rayner, The Observer
Matthew Norman, The Guardian
Giles Coren, The Times
Jasper Gerard, The Telegraph
Sugarvine CompetitionFeeling Lucky?
Win a Luxury Overnight Stay, Dinner for Two and Breakfast at Gilpin Lodge, Windermere
Which is the largest lake in the Lake District? Enter this competition
Win a Meal for two at The Exchange, Liverpool City Centre
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Special OffersDeals On Food & Rooms
Enjoy a great meal & save money with these special offers & deals at a selection of Liverpool & Merseyside restaurants.
Online BookingBook Tables & Hotels
Book a Restaurant Table
Take the hassle out of making your restaurant reservation by booking online. It's simple and it's free -- just click on the link to browse the restaurants you can book in the Liverpool & Merseyside area....more
Book a Local Hotel Room
If you're planning a special meal out, why not make a night of it? We can offer the best hotel deals, with discounts of up to 70%....more
Reader RecommendedHave Your Say
Enjoyed your last meal out? If so, write a restaurant recommendation on Sugarvine and we’ll give you a £20 discount on your first case of wine purchased from Virgin Wines.
Latest Recommendation:The Fat Italian, Crosby
More information on The Fat Italian"Exquisite food! .. really would recommend to everyone and there is such a good atmosphere between staff and customers. definitely go again anytime soon. reasonably priced aswell and never heard a bad word about the restaurant! five stars!!"
Events CalendarWhat’s On & Where
Your guide to upcoming events at restaurants, pubs & venues in the area.
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- Friday 12th to Sunday 14th February | Left Bank Brasserie
Valentine's Menu Special 3 course meal for £19.95 ...more
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- Friday 12th to Sunday 14th February | Filini Bar and Restaurant
Valentines Weekend £29 per person for three courses including a benvenutti glass of prosecco. Available between 6 and 9.30pm a deposi ...more
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- Saturday 13th to Sunday 14th February
Valentines Night Open from 5pm until late. Our usual menu available. VIP Members- 10% Discount Reservations recommended.
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- Saturday 13th to Sunday 14th February | Iona Restaurant
Valentine's Weekend. Now booking for a romantic valentines weekend - Saturday 13th, 5pm-10pm and Sunday 14th, 5pm-9pm. 3 course menu, a red r ...more
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- Saturday 13th to Sunday 14th February | The Print House Restaurant & Bar
Valentines Day Menu 2 Courses - £19.95, 3 Courses - £24.95, Don't forget to book your table! ...more
News RoundupEar To The Ground
- Latest news for diners in the Liverpool & Merseyside area.
- Liverpool's first Catalonian Restaurant and Deli Lunya is set to open in March
- The Northern Hospitality Awards are back on the 12th April 2010 at the Hilton Deansgate Manchester. Entries will be open from the 7th December 2009 and the deadline for entries is 19th Feburary 2010. ...more
- The Obsession Cook Book features more than 100 recipes from the 50 chefs that have cooked at Northcote's Obsession Food & Drink Festival over the last 10 years. Order your copy now. ...more
- Marco Pierre Whites new venture The Swan Inn in Aughton, is set to open on the 25th January.
- Check out the video for Christakis on Liverpool's York Street ...more
- Click here for all the news
