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Neil Sowerby

Neil Sowerby

The outstanding northern food and drink journalist of his generation

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Ut Canal Main

The treats of Utrecht – Dutch medieval masterpiece

The Dutch city of Utrecht often goes under the radar, but it is a joy...

2026 04 21 Bundobusts Own Collection 1

DHOKLA chaat, Litti choka, Galouti kebab, anyone?

This week Bundobust have launched a new menu full of surprises

Lub Frontng Onto River

Dreaming spires of Lübeck – historic Hanseatic capital

Neil Sowerby finds there's more to Lübeck than its historic Hanseatic legacy

Dam Mill Top View

Give it a whirl – Jenever capital Schiedam with its mighty windmills

Off the beaten track in a beautiful canalside Dutch town whose history is fuelled by...

Far Hall

Who needs Poirot? Hrishi’s Farlam culinary whodunnit is a criminal delight

Murder mystery dinner is a unique addition to Farlam Hotel's roster of delights

Rot Main

Passport to a melting pot – Rotterdam’s rich migrant heritage

A new museum traces Rotterdam's history of migration. It's the perfect springboard for a culinary...

Rail Poschiavo Marco Zanoli

A rollercoaster ride on the Bernina Express (after a more modest trundle)

Neil Sowerby travels on Switzerland's famous Bernina Express and discovers simpler delights along the way

Glas Swadish

Cullen Skink to Auntie’s Kimchi – a Glasgow foodie foray

Neil Sowerby explores Glasgow's culinary diversity in an expedition to the Southside

2025 10 27 Bibimbap Hansang 1

A visit to Bullgogi Manchester

Neil Sowerby takes a look at the Korean BBQ concept’s new Manchester site

Zurich Grren Tower

Zürich – more than just a lake, gnomes and legendary name plaques

Zurich is full of surprises. This beautiful, historic city on the Lake offers a wealth...

Val Airre Poulet

Bresse is best! In the Vallée de la Gastronomie chicken reigns supreme

The Vallée de la Gastronomie offers a 600km foodie road trip featuring France's finest produce...

Dub Clontarf

Who’s King of the Castle now? Coastal Clontarf offers legacy and luxury

Clontarf Castle Hotel and Hawksmoor restaurant offer a different take on Dublin