Hetty & Betty, a restaurant and wedding venue in North Yorkshire, has been shortlisted for two awards. The business, run by Lois and David Kirtlan, is a finalist for The Small Awards in the 'At Your Service' category and the Federation of Small Businesses Celebrating Small Business Awards. The awards ceremonies will be held on May 16 in London and May 9 in Blackpool, respectively. Hetty & Betty's signature dish is the Whitby Fish and Chips Afternoon Tea. The restaurant is located in a Grade II-listed building in Whitby and has been serving fish and chips since 1928.
In other news, The Mail has announced the ten finalists for The Mail Best Chippy Award 2024. The award, which was launched last month, allows readers to nominate their favorite fish and chip shops. The ten businesses that made the shortlist are Andy's Takeaway, Golden Fry, Mattie's, The Old Smithy, Olympic, Polly's Plaice, Sea Breeze Fish Bar, York Street Chip Shop, and Priory Plaice. Readers can vote for their favorite finalist by picking up a copy of the newspaper between June 3 and June 15. The winner will be announced during the week commencing June 24.
Chippy Bank, a fish and chip shop in Ulverston, south Cumbria, has also been named as a finalist for The Mail's 'Best Chippy 2024' award. Chippy Bank has been serving the community for nearly five decades and was named Business of the Year at the Heart of Ulverston Awards. Readers can vote for their favorite finalist until Saturday, June 15, and the winner will be revealed in the week commencing Monday, June 24.
Hetty & Betty, Chippy Bank, and the other finalists for The Mail Best Chippy Award 2024 are among the top contenders in their respective categories, showcasing excellence in the food and hospitality industry.
Additionally, seven Yorkshire restaurants have been ranked in the top 100 for outdoor dining. The list, based on more than 2.2 million diner reviews and metrics, includes Devour in Holmfirth, Shibden Mill Inn in Shibden, The Crathorne Arms in Yarm, The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub in Selby, The Fish Cottage in Sandsend, The Star Inn The City in York, and York Minster Refectory in York. Many of these restaurants are also dog-friendly, providing a welcoming atmosphere for diners with pets.
In North Somerset, new food hygiene ratings have been awarded to 14 establishments. The ratings were given by the Food Standards Agency's website. Six restaurants, cafes, or canteens received ratings, including Heather's Coffee Shop at Round Trees Garden Centre, Clevedon Pier Cafe, Costa Coffee at Portishead Marina, Stage Door Restaurant, Ashton Court Courtyard Cafe, and Sirens Calling. Five ratings were given to pubs, bars, or nightclubs, including Super Mare, Old Colonial, Clevedon Cricket Club, Bridge Inn, and Vintage & Vine. Three takeaways also received ratings, including Wraxall Service Station, Yo! To Go! at Tesco Stores, and Nana's Caribbean Cuisine at Nailsea And Backwell Rugby Club. The ratings were given between May 21 and June 21.
Relish Group, a well-known regional food company, is expanding its presence in Cirencester with ongoing investment in the local economy. They have upgraded the old Harry Hare's pub into a casual, fine dining restaurant called Harry's Seafood Bar & Grill. The restaurant offers high-quality ingredients with sustainable meat processes and a variety of events and promotions throughout the summer. Relish Group has also taken over another food establishment in Cirencester, offering a variety of brunch dishes, light bites, homemade cakes, artisan coffees, and grab-and-go options. They continue to offer contract catering services at various events and venues, as well as expanding their wholesale services. The company is involved in catering for events such as the Glastonbury Festival, Royal International Air Tattoo, and Cheltenham Literature Festival. They supply wholesale products to several Cotswold locations. Relish Group is known for offering delicious experiences throughout the Cotswolds and has more exciting projects in the works.
The Chester Grosvenor's bakery has been named among the best in the world in the La Liste Pastry Awards 2024. The awards included 198 sites across the UK, with Lannan Bakery in Edinburgh winning in the Pastry Opening of the Year category. The Grosvenor offers a range of pastries and cakes on its Brasserie and Afternoon Tea menus and is known for its exceptional afternoon tea. The recognition is attributed to the hard work and creativity of the dedicated pastry team and Head Pastry Chef, Jordan Hay. Visitors have praised the quality of the pastries, with positive reviews on Tripadvisor. [9396392c]
