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 […]

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. […]

France boasts some of the most renowned wine-making regions in the world!  And many have adorned the tables of the best restaurants and royal courts around. But exceptional French wine doesn’t have to be expensive. We’ve sought out some of […]

Join us and discover the flavours of Italy at a sumptuous wine dinner hosted by James of Enotria & Coe. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be transported to the heart of Italy, where culinary artistry meets the rich heritage […]

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 […]

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 […]

MEDIEVAL LECTURE: THE APPETITE AND THE EYE. UNDERSTANDING THE AESTHETICS OF FOOD On Saturday 4 May 2024, Blackfriars will host, in partnership with Durham University’s IMEMS (*), the 23rd Public lecture on The Appetite and the Eye. Understanding the Aesthetics of Food. […]

COME WINE WITH ME – EXPLORING SPAIN & PORTUGAL The wines of Spain and Portugal have increasingly grabbed the attention of the wine world in recent years. There is certainly a lot more to Portugal than Port! From the home […]

Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Order yourself a local beer, a chilled rose or whatever you fancy, kick back and relax. On arrival, you’ll be served sharing platters of […]

Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Order yourself a local beer, a chilled rose or whatever you fancy, kick back and relax. On arrival, you’ll be served sharing platters of […]

Join us for May lunch club with James Scrimgeour from Enotria & Coe. We will be getting into the swing of summer with a rosé wine tasting, paired nicely with a Blackfriars BBQ in the Cloister Garden. From blush to […]

Celebrate International Sauvignon Blanc Day at our next Lunch Club hosted by James Scrimgeour from Enotria & Coe. Join us as we take you through a masterclass of this incredibly versatile grape variety. We will explore its origins, the new […]

Cantonese in origin, dim sum are perfectly-formed bite-sized morsels of deliciousness steamed in Chinese baskets and served on small plates. A dim sum brunch might include various steamed buns filled with juicy mouthfuls of pork, beef, prawns or vegetables served […]

Gourmets believe Chinese to be one of the three major world cuisines – and gastronomy has been regarded as a high art in China for well over 2,000 years where food is always judged on its specific temperature and tastes […]

Gourmets believe Chinese to be one of the three major world cuisines – and gastronomy has been regarded as a high art in China for well over 2,000 years where food is always judged on its specific temperature and tastes […]

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 […]

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 […]

When it comes to pairing a drink with cheese, port usually comes to mind. But one of our favourite cheese pairings might surprise you. With flavours ranging from vanilla and citrus to honey and forest fruits, whisky is often our […]

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 […]

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 […]

Ever wondered how your fishmonger manages to fillet your fish with such speed and dexterity and how chefs manage to perfectly cook those delicate morsels so perfectly? Here’s your chance to learn the basics of fish filleting, what to look […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 of Taco making. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made soft corn and flour tortillas filled with succulent savoury fillings. Learn how to make […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]