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I grow my own, brave the kitchen heat and know my woozy way around a wine list. Welcome to my post-lockdown world…

You may call it a blog if you must. It’s certainly a change of direction I’ve been putting off through years of journalistic hyper-activity. The lockdowns have made me reassess the food and drink I really care about. I feel refreshed and free of restraint. Even so. Please excuse the solipsistic sounding neilsowerby.co.uk. It’s not just about me. More the discoveries I want to share. Read more…

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Amazing Eight at Gazegill will provide organic inspiration for chef Doug’s solo leap

Eight at Gazegill is the new restaurant project from the award-winning organic farm near Pendle Hill. Doug Crampton is its chef.

20 years since ‘Reserve Nouveau’, how Kate’s wine kingdom keeps up with the times

Reserve Wines is celebrating its 20th anniversary. We salute this ground-breaking Manchester merchant.
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Littlewoods – how my wild boar chase led to a den of fleshy delights

Littlewoods butchers supplies Manchester's finest new wave restaurants. What is its secret?
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The great Örme? Surprising suburban newcomer deserves all the acclaim

Restaurant Örme has made a huge impression in its first six months of trading. Does it live up to the hype?
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My Italian food trail – luganega sausage

Luganega is arguably the most delicious Italian sausage. Where to find it and waht to do with it.
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Andrew Wong and Fuchsia Dunlop – touching my heart with dumplings

Exploring the world of Chinese food through Fuchsia Dunlop's latest book and Andrew Wong's 'Touch of the Heart' menu
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