Stay local, eat global
With so many people working from home, it’s predicted that this summer will see us eating and socialising more in the suburbs. From family-run neighbourhood restaurants to exciting new indie upstarts, it’s time to explore the dining options on your doorstep. We asked 10 food lovers for the lowdown on their favourites.
Bao Bar, Heaton, Newcastle
“the flavour is incomparable when you cook over coals”
Recommended by Anna Hedworth, chef-owner of Cook House (cookhouse.org)
“An interesting scene is emerging on Heaton’s Chillingham Road. A group of young chefs who worked at places such as Terry Laybourne’s legendary Café 21 have starting to open venues there, including Flint Pizza and, probably my favourite low-key Newcastle restaurant, Bao Bar. It’s got about eight counter
