Tag: Derbyshire dining

Q&A: HEAD CHEF GUY EDWARDS, LITTLEOVER LODGE, DERBY

Q&A: HEAD CHEF GUY EDWARDS, LITTLEOVER LODGE, DERBY

Derby’s dining scene continues to grow, much to my delight. As new restaurants set up in Derby, we must not forget already established eateries that have been going strong. Of course this new influx will keep the current guard on their toes; one such eatery that is embracing the challenge and stepping up to the plate (forgive the pun) is…

Gastropub review: The Malt, Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire

Gastropub review: The Malt, Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire

There’s something so quaint about gastropubs. Usually out of the way, nestled in far flung countryside with lush rolling greenery to traverse, yup, my ideal luncheon spot would be a lovely gastropub. I visited The Malt in the historic village of Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire last week which of course took me through the prerequisite countryside drive.   The exterior is wondrous…

Stones named Derbyshire Life Restaurant of the Year

Stones named Derbyshire Life Restaurant of the Year

Hi all, how are my fellow foodies? I was pleased to hear that Stones Restaurant (located in the heart of Matlock) has been named Restaurant of the Year in the 2015 Derbyshire Life Food & Drink Awards. Consider it the Oscars’ of the foodie world, and I offer my hearty congratulations to the team at Stones. The announcement follows Stones…