Explore the long and turbulent history of Blackfriars, a 13th-century former Dominican friary from its medieval origins, right up to the present day. Dating back to 1239, Blackfriars lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK, the jewel in […]

The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and cutting-edge spices, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of disparate components to create […]

COME WINE WITH ME – BIG JUICY RED WINE TASTING There are some times in all of our lives when we just need a big fat juicy red wine to guzzle. It doesn’t have to be when we’re about to […]

We’re taking part in this year’s late shows! The Late Shows is an award-winning late-night free culture crawl across venues in Ouseburn Valley, Gateshead and central Newcastle. Get ready for a weird and wonderful adventure curated by Tim Dalling, Jeremy […]

Ever wondered how to perfectly portion a chicken or properly prepare a rack of lamb or pork ribs? We’ll take you through the basics and how to instinctively know where and how to butcher each joint of meat. Learn how […]

The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting-edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of disparate components to […]

Here is a rare opportunity to enjoy an evening in the company of Thelema Wines, hailing from the spectacular Simonsberg mountain range in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Hosted by Thomas Webb this wine dinner will explore the rich legacy of Thelema, […]

The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting-edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of disparate components to […]

Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will learn to make a classic street […]

Join us at the Friary for a fun spin on a blind whisky tasting. We will provide six fabulous whiskies as a blind tasting. Two of our in-house whisky experts will try to convince you to believe them based on […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Here’s your chance to explore the rich tapestry of flavours that Vietnam has to offer understanding traditions of the cuisine rely on fresh herbs and vegetables, and complimentary textures. We will learn how to create, cook and present some of […]

Cheese and wine tastings may have started as a fad of the seventies but they’re just as popular now as they’ve ever been. Why? Because cheese and wine go together so well! it seems they were just made for each […]

Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Enjoy a home-brewed lager or glass of fizz on arrival then kick back and relax. You’ll be served sharing platters of some of our […]

Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Enjoy a home-brewed lager or glass of fizz on arrival then kick back and relax. You’ll be served sharing platters of some of our […]

For all 7 to 10 year olds with a burgeoning interest in all things food. These popular sessions are all about allowing kids to go at their own pace, making cooking fun and giving them some confidence in the kitchen. […]

As comfortingly familiar as pizza and pasta are, there is so much more to Italian cuisine with some of the very best Italian restaurants shunning the obvious for authentic regional specialities such as polenta, risotto, Caponata, Gnocchi and pomodoro sauce. […]

As comfortingly familiar as pizza and pasta are, there is so much more to Italian cuisine with some of the very best Italian restaurants shunning the obvious for authentic regional specialities such as polenta, risotto, Caponata, Gnocchi and pomodoro sauce. […]

Relax and have fun at our convivial evening pizza-making social. Our master baker will teach you just how easy it is to make blisteringly good home-made sourdough pizzas full of tasty artisan toppings, both super savoury and decadently sweet, Learn […]

For the slightly more confident 11–17-year-old ‘Smart Cookies’ fed-up with making fairy cakes and wanting to get their teeth stuck into something a little more challenging! These sessions are all about building on from the basics and really developing their […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Our most popular course will help develop your bread making skills. We follow the ethos of ‘Proper Bread’ using locally-milled stone-ground flours and sourdough starters to produce wonderfully delicious and nutritious bread. Following-on from our beginners course, our master baker […]

COME WINE WITH ME – ANTIPODEAN TIPPLES – WINES OF NEW ZEALAND & AUSTRALIA Australia & New Zealand are producing some of today’s most popular & certainly most interesting wines. “Regionality” is becoming the new ‘buzzword’ in Australian wines, from wine produced […]

Explore the long and turbulent history of Blackfriars, a 13th-century former Dominican friary from its medieval origins, right up to the present day. Dating back to 1239, Blackfriars lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK, the jewel in […]

So IKEA may have put Scandi meatballs firmly on the culinary map but our Smorgasbord of traditional Swedish delights also includes Pickled cucumber salad, Pittipanka sausage hash with a comforting tray of Jansson’s Temptation potatoes finished off with Kladdkaka – […]

Before the advent of cheap flights and package holidays, the most we knew about Greece was its ancient origins, empire and gods. However, after a few decades of Greek tavernas and sunshine, we’ve all grown to love Baklava, Tzatziki and Kleftiko. […]

Before the advent of cheap flights and package holidays, the most we knew about Greece was its ancient origins, empire and gods. However, after a few decades of Greek tavernas and sunshine, we’ve all grown to love Baklava, Tzatziki and Kleftiko. […]

Relax and have fun at our convivial evening of Chinese Bao making. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made soft pillows of steamed buns with succulent savoury fillings and luscious sweet treats. […]

Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will learn to make a classic street […]

COME WINE WITH ME – VIVA ITALIA Italy produces and consumes almost more wine than any other country in the world which is no surprise – wouldn’t you? It also boasts well over 2,000 different wine varietals – more choice […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

CHEF’S TABLE Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of fabulous food cooked right in front of you by your very own personal chef. Six courses of the finest, local and seasonal offerings we can find and may include canapés, […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Curry comes from the Tamil word ‘kari’ meaning spicy sauce for rice. Ginger, garlic and turmeric have been found to have been combined for a sauce as far back as 4,000 years ago. Today, whether in Asia, India, Africa, The […]

Cheese and wine tastings may have started as a fad of the seventies but they’re just as popular now as they’ve ever been. Why? Because cheese and wine go together so well! it seems they were just made for each […]

Ethiopian cuisine is as old as it is broad – taking its cues from the whole African plain. Typically including spicy vegetable, lentil and meat dishes in the form of a spicy wat curry made using chilli powder berbere served […]

Considered an ancestor of traditional American soul food – think jambalaya or gumbo – Nigerian cuisine offers a bright and colourful selection of meat and vegetable dishes that tantalise your senses. Nigerians are known for their love of parties and […]

Considered an ancestor of traditional American soul food – think jambalaya or gumbo – Nigerian cuisine offers a bright and colourful selection of meat and vegetable dishes that tantalise your senses. Nigerians are known for their love of parties and […]

Relax and have fun at our convivial evening pizza-making social. Our master baker will teach you just how easy it is to make blisteringly good home-made sourdough pizzas full of tasty artisan toppings, both super savoury and decadently sweet, Learn […]

Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will learn to make a classic street […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Have some fun with a bespoke cocktail masterclass from one of our dedicated mixologists. Learn how to make three amazing cocktails from the experts and then get to drink them afterwards. You’ll enjoy a glass of fizz on arrival together […]

The Water of Life’ was the name given to whisky by monks in the middle ages but this introduction to Scotland’s famous export is bang up-to-date. Enjoy a selection of whiskies from both Robert the Bruce’s homeland as well as […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Join us for an unforgettable quiz night experience at Blackfriars Restaurant! Our first ever quiz night takes place in the newly renovated King’s Suite, where you’ll be treated to a welcome fizz, beer, or soft drink, along with a stottie […]

With influences from all over the world, a country that didn’t unify until the 19th century is still, today, very diverse and regional in its cuisine. Before France got its, well deserved reputation, as the gastronomic centre of the world; […]

Enjoy a day of authentic Italian pasta making beautifully stuffed ravioli and tortellini as well as a regional Italian bread and dessert, using authentic Italian ingredients, and all washed down with some outstanding Italian wine. You’ll have the opportunity to […]

Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Enjoy a home-brewed lager or glass of fizz on arrival then kick back and relax. You’ll be served sharing platters of some of our […]

Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Enjoy a home-brewed lager or glass of fizz on arrival then kick back and relax. You’ll be served sharing platters of some of our […]

A lover of Thai food? Situated right next door, Malaysian cuisine is a tantalising mixture of Chinese, Thai and Muslim influences. Malaysian food is fast becoming popular in the UK with exotic, hearty favourites like Rending and Nasi Lemak. Explore […]

Whilst commonly used ingredients include sesame oil, fermented bean paste, soy sauce, salt, garlic, ginger, pepper flakes and fermented red chilli paste, it’s the salted and fermented vegetable preparation of kimchee such as napa cabbage which seems so ubiquitous to […]

Whilst commonly used ingredients include sesame oil, fermented bean paste, soy sauce, salt, garlic, ginger, pepper flakes and fermented red chilli paste, it’s the salted and fermented vegetable preparation of kimchee such as napa cabbage which seems so ubiquitous to […]

STREET FOOD EXPRESS – CHINESE NOODLES Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will […]

Join us in Blackfriars Tasting Room to sample some of the wonderful wines of South America. Previously associated with quantity over quality, the best wines of Chile and Argentina are now incredible! Mendoza’s Malbec has carved a reputation of quality and […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

SZECHUAN CHINESE COOKERY What makes Szechuan/Sichuan cuisine so special? Hot, humid climates like this huge central-Chinese land-locked province call for food that is both hot and highly spiced because hot foods like red chilli stimulate the palate, making it more […]

Cheese and wine tastings may have started as a fad of the seventies but they’re just as popular now as they’ve ever been. Why? Because cheese and wine go together so well! it seems they were just made for each […]

France remains home to one of the world’s greatest classic cuisines with humble dishes such as French onion soup, cassoulet, coq au vin, confit duck and beef bourguignon rooted in their culinary history. Food really is a way of life […]

Relax and have fun at our convivial evening of Chinese Bao making. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made soft pillows of steamed buns with succulent savoury fillings and luscious sweet treats. […]

Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy eating a sandwich on the go? Then why not join us at Blackfriars Cookery School and take part in an express class? Relax and have fun at our convivial […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

CHEF’S TABLE Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of fabulous food cooked right in front of you by your very own personal chef. Six courses of the finest, local and seasonal offerings we can find and may include canapés, […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

BEER AND FOOD MATCHING DINNER Join us for our popular annual beer and food matching extravaganza hosted by our very own head brewer, Benjamin Hall, who will be showcasing some of his recent creations from Blackfriars’ just-launched micro-brewery as well […]

The French will only use the best ingredients they can find, resulting in the food being produced some of the finest in the world. This workshop will introduce you to more regional French food that requires only the best produce […]

We all love a glass or two of chilled Prosecco, Zinfandel Blush and Sauvignon Blanc – especially if it’s from New Zealand. But do you just look for a cheap bottle or something really amazing? There are some spectacular varieties […]

Explore the long and turbulent history of Blackfriars, a 13th-century former Dominican friary from its medieval origins, right up to the present day. Dating back to 1239, Blackfriars lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK, the jewel in […]

Before the advent of cheap flights and package holidays, the most we knew about Greece was its ancient origins, empire and gods. However, after a few decades of Greek tavernas and sunshine, we’ve all grown to love Baklava, Tzatziki and Kleftiko. […]

Before the advent of cheap flights and package holidays, the most we knew about Greece was its ancient origins, empire and gods. However, after a few decades of Greek tavernas and sunshine, we’ve all grown to love Baklava, Tzatziki and Kleftiko. […]

Join us at Blackfriars for a Speed Networking event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet business people in the North East and enjoy meeting new people in a more efficient and fun way. You’ll enjoy this unique take on networking, […]

Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will learn to make a classic street […]

Have some fun with a bespoke cocktail masterclass from one of our dedicated mixologists. Learn how to make three amazing cocktails from the experts and then get to drink them afterwards. You’ll enjoy a glass of fizz on arrival together […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Proper bread should be made from just flour, water, yeast and salt – and nothing else! Our bread-making courses follow this ethos using locally milled stone ground flours to produce wonderfully delicious and nutritious bread. On this course, you’ll learn […]

When it comes to pairing beer with food there’s so much more than a pint at your local with a packet of crisps! With such a variety of styles of beer available, beer and food matching has certainly become a […]

Japanese cuisine offers an exciting variety of seasonal vegetables, seafood and meats which make some of the world’s most iconic ingredients and dishes. Japanese home-cooking uses minimal intervention and just a handful ingredients, allowing the produce at hand to speak […]

Japanese cuisine offers an exciting variety of seasonal vegetables, seafood and meats which make some of the world’s most iconic ingredients and dishes. Japanese home-cooking uses minimal intervention and just a handful ingredients, allowing the produce at hand to speak […]

A lover of Thai food? Situated right next door, Malaysian cuisine is a tantalising mixture of Chinese, Thai and Muslim influences. Malaysian food is fast becoming popular in the UK with exotic, hearty favourites like Rending and Nasi Lemak. Explore […]

Relax and have fun at our convivial evening pizza-making social. Our master baker will teach you just how easy it is to make blisteringly good home-made sourdough pizzas full of tasty artisan toppings, both super savoury and decadently sweet, Learn […]

Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will learn to make a classic street […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

CHEF’S TABLE Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of fabulous food cooked right in front of you by your very own personal chef. Six courses of the finest, local and seasonal offerings we can find and may include canapés, […]

Fridays are the new… err, Fridays don’t you know – and we’re continuing the tradition in our Cloister Garden set with festoons, heated parasols and a newly-planted garden. We’ll be hosting a weekly BBQ most Fridays throughout the summer. Come […]

Whether it be the classic traditional tapas or the sophisticated modern Catalan incarnations, everyone seems to love Spanish tapas! And why not? Those beautiful little lovingly-made mouthfuls are the perfect snack to enjoy whilst propping-up a bar in a side-street […]

Have some fun at an exciting life drawing masterclass with afternoon tea. You will have the opportunity to get creative and design your very own artistic masterpiece. Your event will be rounded off with an afternoon tea including, glass of […]

Whether it be the classic, traditional Catalonian tapas or a local Geordie twist on the popular Spanish snack, everyone seems to love those beautiful little lovingly-made mouthfuls washed down with a glass of local wine – a perfect snack for […]

Say Portugal and you might think about golf, surfing, the Algarve and Ronaldo! But Europe’s most westerly point and oldest nation (dating back to 1139) was a super-power of maritime explorers so no surprise its cuisine relies heavily on seafood […]