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Newcastle and Gateshead are at the centre of a foodie revolution, and boast a packed food events calendar to satisfy taste-chasing tourists from near and far.
With a well-established restaurant scene, a blossoming street food culture and a legendary reputation for nightlife thanks to our proper Geordie pubs and stylish bars the North East is the place to be if you’re looking for a good meal - so much so, that food events in Newcastle and Gateshead are making days, and even weekends of it!
Hawker Market at By the River Brew Co. is a must visit on summer weekends, offering up the finest selection of street food from independent traders. Where better to enjoy a cool craft beer and some tasty food than nestled under the iconic Tyne Bridge?
If you fancy yourself as a bit of a food critic, then the ever-popular food battle events at Wylam Brewery are for you. Eat your way around the mouth-watering street vendors, then help crown the city’s most delicious burger, pizza, tacos and much more at one of the many themed events.
Newcastle Restaurant Week has long been a key date in the foodie calendar, where you can head to any of the region’s top restaurants to sample their menus at fantastic discounted prices.
You don’t have to venture far for something with more of a party vibe; the Newcastle Gin Festival is ideal for those who enjoy a tipple whilst the Tynemouth Food Festival gives visitors a chance to pick up fresh, local produce whilst admiring the beautiful north east coast.
There are also plenty of opportunities to sample sweet treats and savoury eats at the weekly Quayside Market which takes place every Sunday, or experience world cuisine cooked up by local independents at Newcastle’s vibrant shipping container destination Stack. Newcastle Christmas Market is not to be missed, which visits during the holidays to offer up seasonal treats and gifts.
NE1 Newcastle Restaurant Week is one of the North East’s most popular leading food events, which celebrates some of the very best restaurants in Newcastle.
Every Sunday, the Newcastle Quayside becomes a bustling hub of activity as dozens of exciting local traders set out their stalls for the Toon's most scenic outdoor market!
Newcastle and Gateshead are at the centre of a foodie revolution and boast a packed food events calendar to satisfy taste-chasing tourists from near and far.
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Newcastle upon Tyne
Have a Christmas to remember at Banyan...
Choose from some of our beautiful food & drinks packages for the best Christmas experience!
Try our delicious two or three-course set menu from just £27.95pp.. or enjoy our festive Christmas buffet…
Gosforth
Sing along with Mike Memphis as Neil Diamond whilst enjoying a delicious 2 course meal. Choose from: Traditional roast turkey served with all the trimmings, parsnips, chipolatas, sage and onion stuffing Butternut, Brie and beetroot tart served…
Newcastle upon Tyne
SOLD OUT for 2019.
Newcastle upon Tyne
Experience a 90-minute tour of St. James' Park, followed by a delicious two-course pub lunch at the stadium's popular NINE Bar. Tours never tasted so good!
Hurworth
The Clubhouse at Rockliffe Hall is the perfect place to create a memorable Christmas bash...
With hearty, plentiful food and a bar that's open late, your guests will be sure of a great and memorable Christmas party. And don't worry; you'll be kept…
Hurworth
The majestic Rockliffe Suite will play host to these fabulous traditional Christmas party nights...
Bring your party together to enjoy festive decorations, cosiness and lashings of Christmas cheer at a party night in the Rockliffe Suite.
Arrive…
Beamish
23rd December 2019 | 18:30 | £15pp
Enjoy a fun filled family evening with your loved ones, with a fantastic interactive disco, party games and a visit from Santa, who will bring each child a small gift.
The family Christmas Party includes…
Alnwick
Santa Claus is taking a little break from preparing all your presents in the North Pole to pay a very special visit to Alnwick Castle! Join us for a delicious family lunch in The Courtyard Restaurant followed by a visit from the man himself as he…
Newcastle upon Tyne
Dance the night away at our 80, 90, 00s New Year's Eve Party. For just £50 a ticket, receive a drink on arrival, three course meal, and a spot on the dance floor where the party will run until 2am.
Hurworth
Attend the Rockliffe Hall New Year's Gala Ball, a fantastic end to 2019! Champagne and canapés will be enjoyed on arrival followed by a delicious four-course New Year's Eve menu with a live party band. Joined by our resident piper for Auld Lang…
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