Food and Drink

Nostalgic photos from a Friday night out in town 16 years ago

Take a look back at 28 Disco Henry photos from a 2010 Friday night out in town

The finalists have been named...

21 pubs named as finalists in the Daventry Constituency Best Pub Awards 2026

The chicken restaurant chain wants to make changes to the former Harvester restaurant in Riverside Retail Park, next door to KFC.

Nando’s submits plans to open new 'high-quality' restaurant at busy retail park

From black forest hot chocolate to french toast latte, there are autumn specialty drinks for everyone – and walking around the autumnal gardens with a warming beverage is encouraged.

Halloween afternoon tea available at landmark for one week only – don’t miss out

OpenTable's rankings for September 2026 have been revealed...

The eight most booked restaurants during September 2026, according to OpenTable

Ryan Grigg runs Pat-a-Cake Man from Pineham, which specialises in bespoke celebration cakes for every occasion including birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.

Award-winning baker shares popular recipe ‘perfect for this time of year’

The countdown is over as the county’s esteemed Weetabix Food & Drink Awards are returning this Thursday (October 15) for the eighteenth year. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds.

REVEALED: Finalists have just days to go to learn fate at Food & Drink Awards

Sainsbury's is offering the cheapest of three selected products free with Nectar, including gift sets that could make great Christmas presents.

Sainsbury's launches buy three, get one free offer on gift sets

Get your order in now for Christmas turkeys - and save some money if you have a Nectar carda

Sainsbury's Christmas food orders are live and turkey starts at £7.20

Sainsbury's has everything from Halloween treats and party food to decorations and baking kits for spooky season - and there's up to 25% off with Nectar. Stock image.

Sainsbury's Halloween offers worth knowing about with up to 25% off

Towcester Mill Brewery

Brewery makes Good Beer Guide for 13th year running

Ready for a mince pie? 'Tis the season to complain about Christmas arriving early

Half-price mince pies make an early Christmas taste test tempting

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range has everything needed for a cosy three-course vegetarian dinner, with 25% off for Nectar customers. Stock photo.

My indulgent three-course Sainsbury’s vegetarian dinner

The Lamplighter is a popular traditional pub hosting local events

The 10 pubs added to the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027

The Phipps on Wellingborough Road, formerly known as Sir Pickering Phipps pub, was redesigned, renamed and relaunched in December 2025 after a two-month refurbishment.

Award-winning pub hopes to develop community feel a year on from £350k revamp
An award-winning Northampton pub hopes to continue developing its community feel and culture almost a year on from reopening following its major £350,000 transformation.
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Sainsbury’s shoppers can save 25% on a huge range of food this week

Sainsbury’s has 25% off Taste the Difference food

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range has everything needed for a cosy three-course vegetarian dinner, with 25% off for Nectar customers. Stock photo.

My three-course vegetarian meal from Sainsbury's with 25% off deal

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 32 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2008 night out in town

Dragons’ Den star says diners are ‘loving’ his new Mexican restaurant

Sainsbury's is offering 25% off when Nectar customers buy three selected Taste the Difference wines, including sparkling wine and champagne. Stock image.

The Sainsbury's wine deal to know before Christmas

Shoppers signing up for a Nectar card can get a 25% discount on over 500 products at Sainsbury’s

Get £100 of top Sainsbury's staples for £75 in inflation-busting deal

Early bird tickets are now on sale for the pumpkin hunt at Castle Ashby Gardens, taking place from October 24 to November 1.

Looking for a family day out? Look no further than Castle Ashby pumpkin hunt

Fawsley Hall

Restaurant earns place in Michelin Guide after achieving three AA Rosettes

Library picture (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)

Bakehouse receives top marks in latest food hygiene inspection

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range is currently 25% off for Nectar customers, with several freezer-friendly options that could help shoppers get ahead on Christmas food, including this Mini Pies & Vol Au Vent Sharing Selection.

The Sainsbury's deal that could make Christmas food cheaper

The Red Lion at Cranford has been named Britain's Best Country Pub 2026 /Greedy Gordons

'Hidden gem' in Northamptonshire wins Britain’s Best Country Pub 2026
The Red Lion at Cranford has been named the best country pub at Great British Pub Awards 2026 with staff celebrating the win at a glitzy ceremony in Leeds.
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Library picture (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)

Inspectors give takeaway highest possible food hygiene score

Sainsbury’s Nectar customers can save 25% on selected Taste the Difference wines when they buy any three or more bottles in the offer.

Sainsbury’s Nectar wine deal cuts expert-rated bottles by 25%

The special offer could save a lot of money on a food shop, but you must have a Nectar card

Sainsbury’s has announced huge cuts to 500 of its best products

Number 34-38 Bridge Street is currently up for sale for a guide price of £595,000 and will be sold by public auction on October 14.

Legendary town centre nightclub goes up for sale

The Flavour Trailer was set up in April 2018 by husband and wife duo Mario Shephard and Charley Cummings, and has since become well-established across the county – which included opening a restaurant in Brixworth in March 2024.

Flavour Trailer to host second edition of hugely successful event for car lovers

James Ingram founded The Smoke Pit and Hops and Chops alongside his late brother Matt, and they also launched chicken restaurant Mission Chicken in the former Buddies USA site in Dychurch Lane.

The Smoke Pit fans can now get their fix at all Saints home rugby matches

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 17 years ago

Take a look back at 36 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2009 night out in town

The Lamport Swan in Harborough Road

Plans submitted to turn part of popular 18th century village pub into a hotel

The finalists have been unveiled for the Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA) 2026, one of the UK’s most prestigious celebrations of Asian hospitality, ahead of the ceremony on October 12.

Impressive four restaurant and takeaway finalists at ‘curry industry Oscars’

Noir, a new independent wine and vinyl bar on George Row, opened its doors on Friday, September 11.

Meet the new owner of a ‘sexy’ new bar in Northampton town centre

Signs reveal popular market town coffee shop and bakery is expanding next door

Picturedrome

Iconic bar and music venue advertised for sale after 'difficult summer'

Billi Oblakivic and Felicity Sohal are the founders of Friends and Babies Play Cafe, opening to the public on September 20 on St James Mill Road.

Friends join forces to launch welcoming family play cafe with a difference

The event attracts the best street food traders for miles and pairs good food with great drinks and cool tunes, which visitors enjoyed last Friday, Saturday and Sunday (September 11, 12 and 13).

IN PICTURES: All smiles as street food pop-up returned to popular garden centre

The Vault Cocktail Lounge opened on Watling Street East in Towcester in September 2025, with the aim of becoming a relaxing haven where every detail is carefully considered.

Cocktail lounge on market town high street to host ‘autumn cocktails and crafts’

Duston Village Bakery on Main Road is adored by loyal customers and impressively celebrated its centenary anniversary in June 2025, when the community arrived in their hundreds. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds.

Looking to support local? Popular village bakery market is happening this week

Film stars Jim Broadbent and Anson Boon have joined a growing number of national celebrities calling for help to rescue the King's Arms in Polebrook

Celebrities back campaign to save historic Northamptonshire pub

Bite Street NN returned to Bell Plantation Garden Centre on Watling Street, Towcester in August for the first time this summer and will continue its residency for the rest of the season until the end of September.

Don’t miss street food pop-up at popular garden centre for three days this week

Matchbox Cafe, located in Wellington House, Abington Street, was founded by Bing Wan in April 2018.

Award-winning cafe owner to sell up after eight years with asking price of £70k

Lasaan, located on Whitehills Crescent, is run by Jay Miah and Enam Haque who have remained dedicated to keeping their family legacies going.

Multi-award-winning Indian venue scoops title for East Midlands’ best restaurant

Ryan Grigg runs Pat-a-Cake Man from Pineham, which specialises in bespoke celebration cakes for every occasion including birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.

From golf to gold: How baking changed the life of this award-winning founder

Enjoy creamy, indulgent coffees with the Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa machine without leaving the house.

Review: I tried this Lavazza coffee machine and loved the simplicity

The Old Bakery has continued to evolve to meet demand, which included bringing açai bowls to Towcester last month after the love they have been shown at the sister shop in Brackley.

Viral açai bowls arrive at market town coffee shop and bakery founded by chef

Spread in Adnitt Road was left with structural damage after a stolen car hit another vehicle which ploughed into the building. This hit and run incident took place late on December 22 last year.

Business sees ‘light’ as builders go ‘full steam ahead’ after hit and run

Get crisp, stone-baked bases and deliciously melted toppings in minutes with the Firebloom EP01 Electric Pizza Oven.

I tried the indoor pizza oven that cooks pizza in just 90 seconds

The Vault Cocktail Lounge opened on Watling Street East in Towcester in September 2025, with the aim of becoming a relaxing haven where every detail is carefully considered.

Cocktail lounge celebrates first year of filling gap on market town high street

Alexandru and Liene Savu are the founders of Mr & Mrs Smoke, which originally launched under the name of Laura’s Kitchen back in 2016.

Duo rebrand street food business to add traditional live-fire cooking and BBQ

Multi-award-winning Aramintas, located on Wellingborough Road, opened as a restaurant in 2022 after operating as only a takeaway since they were established in 1999.

Decorated curry house scoops ‘outstanding award’ in chef of the year category