Where to Shop Locally for Food This Easter
For the best of the best, shop local
Butchers
Hutchinson Hobbs
This butchers and farm shop just outside Yarm source their meat directly from local farms. Bacon and ham are cured and smoked onsite, and they have an extensive and impressive range of cuts available.
Holdenfields Farm, Castlelevington, Yarm, Stockton-on-Tees TS15 9PB
01642 788748
hutchinsonhobbs.co.uk
Nicholsons Butchers
Operating for more than 100 years, this family-run butcher and baker is a must-visit institution in Whitley Bay. The store is filled to the brim with everything you could need for an Easter feast; high-quality meat, pies, sausage rolls, quiche, and their experienced team of butchers visit farms across the North East to source the very best produce.
140 Park View, Whitley Bay NE26 3QN
0191 252 5250
nicholsonsbutchers.co.uk
Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food
A thriving hub for all things local, the butcher’s counter at Turnbull’s is a must-visit. Take the hassle out of Easter with an oven-ready roasting joint, or get expert advice from the friendly team behind the counter and pick up some delicious local deli goods while you’re there.
Willowburn Retail Park, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 2DJ
01665 602186
turnbullsfood.co.uk
Charlotte’s Butchery
Owned and run by Charlotte Harbottle for more than 10 years, the meat at Gosforth’s Charlotte’s Butchery is always exceptionally good and we’d recommend her classic herb-crusted rack of lamb for Easter.
15 Ashburton Road, Gosforth NE3 4XN
0191 285 1988
charlottesbutchery.com
Taylor’s of Darlington
With multiple locations, Taylor’s legacy stretches back more than 100 years and it has become a go-to for high quality meat in the area. Browse the impressive range of steaks, meat packs and cooked options online or in store.
Locations regionwide
01325 464716
taylorsbutchers.com
Bakers
Adam’s Bakehouse
Moving to its new location in Bedlington in the middle of last year, Adam’s Bakehouse has been a welcome addition to the North East’s clutch of superb bakeries. There’s always fresh bread and a new pastry menu for each month, and the team behind the counter love to keep it seasonal and interesting – a highlight this spring is the rose and pistachio Danish with rosewater jelly.
26 Front Street West, Bedlington NE22 5UB
instagram/adamsbakehousecoffee
Pia’s Artisan Bakery
This family-run business in North Shields is wildly popular. Beginning with their sister bakery, Eli’s, and expanding since then, they offer a full range of artisan breads, baked goods and pastries, with fabulous daily specials.
58 Saville Street, North Shields NE30 1AZ
07470 593604
instagram/pia.artisanbakery
Robineau Patisserie
A delightful blend of French flavours and English baking, at Robineau Patisserie you will always find fresh bread, croissants, brioche and scones. Plus, the counter is filled with the most deliciously delicate pastries.
27 West Auckland Road, Cockerton, Darlington DL3 9EL
01325 489129
robineau.co.uk
RISE Artisan Bakehouse & Café
Each week, RISE offers a different delicious flavour of bread, with flavours including cheese and jalapeño, olive rustique and date and walnut. They also offer tasty tarts, flavoured focaccias and cakes, amongst other irresistible bakes.
13 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle DL2 8LY
01833 908081
instagram.com/risebarnardcastle
FAB Bakery
A staple in the North East, they offer sourdough, rye bread, ciabatta, croissants and pain au chocolat daily, and their weekend specials are the real star of the show. Changing monthly, a selection of sweet, savoury and patisserie specials accompany their unique croissant cubes.
Fenham and Gosforth
07920 585510
fabbakery.co.uk
Easter Egg Makers
La Chocolatrice
From homemade chocolate bars to marvellous easter eggs and chocolate workshops, La Chocolatrice in County Durham is on a mission to bring the best of French chocolatiers to the North East.
Unit 1, Commercial Road East, Coxhoe, Durham DH6 4LD
0191 389 7071
lachocolatrice.co.uk
Davenports
Master chocolatiers based in Gateshead, Davenports are known for their exceptional range of flavours and luxurious treats, taking inspiration from local suppliers (try the Northumberland Honey Truffles, you won’t regret it).
0191 469 6579
davenportschocolates.co.uk
Cabosse
Creating magical chocolates in the pretty village of Warkworth for more than 15 years, enjoy everything from artisanal bars and selection boxes to truly unusual inventions (we’re desperate for the chocolate lobster).
5 Dial Place, Warkworth NE65 0UR
01665 712644
cabossechocolates.co.uk
Chocolate Fayre
Now with a brand new expanded coffee shop, at Chocolate Fayre everything is handmade and seasonal. The range has great option for gifts (chocolate beans on toast, chocolate knitting sets and more), plus you can easily build your own selection box.
10 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 8LZ
01833 631307
chocolatefayre.co.uk
Butchers
Sykes House Farm
Known as ‘the chef’s butcher’, this third generation family farm takes great pride in the quality of its meat, offering an impressive range of online produce from curated selection packs to lamb joints, beef rump and more.
Walton Road, Wetherby LS23 7DR
01937 582549
sykeshousefarm.co.uk
Hutchinson Hobbs
This butchers and farm shop just outside Yarm source their meat directly from
local farms. Bacon and ham are cured and smoked onsite, and they have an extensive and impressive range of cuts available.
Holdenfields Farm, Castlelevington, Yarm, Stockton-on-Tees TS15 9PB
01642 788748
hutchinsonhobbs.co.uk
Andrew’s Butchers
This award-winning butcher in South Yorkshire prepare all their meat from start to finish on the premises, so freshness and quality is a guarantee. From beef and lamb to poultry and pork, the large counter is filled to the brim with everything you could need for an Easter feast.
70 Effingham Street, Rotherham S65 1AL
01709 828395
andrewsbutchery.co.uk
Kendall’s Farm Butchers
From Nidderdale lamb shoulder roasts and pork chops to prime top-side beef, this fourth generation family butchers are proud to source their food directly from local suppliers for the best possible quality.
Pateley Bridge and Harrogate
01423 501773
kendallsonline.co.uk
Lishman’s of Ilkley
Champions of local producers, the Lishmans hail from strong farming stock and their dedication to quality is undeniable. The shop offers every classic cut you can think of as well as a great range of charcuterie meats.
25 Leeds Road, Ilkley LS29 8DP
01943 609436
lishmansbutchers.co.uk
Bakers
Heppni Bakeri
Warm and inviting, this bakery is open plan so you can watch the magic happen. The flavour combinations are always seasonal so every visit offers something new and their signature pastry ‘The Paddington’ (a laminated blend of orange marmalade, almond frangipane and an orange syrup glaze) is divine.
14 Swinegate, York YO1 8AZ
instagram/heppnibakeri
Willow Bakery
Part of the brand new Wilson’s Food Hall at Seamer, Willow Bakery is a must-visit. Championing local producers, whether you’re looking for freshly baked scones or taking a deliciously crusty loaf home, you’re in for a treat here.
Wilsons Food Hall, Unit C, 59 Main Street, Seamer, Scarborough YO12 4QD
01723 677607
wilsonsfoodhall.co.uk
The Patisserie Malton
This sweet little spot in the picturesque market town of Malton is as cosy as they come. The counter is laden with delicate pastries, with a good mix of sweet and savoury options, and there’s seating outside so you can enjoy a treat in the sunshine.
14 Saville Street, Malton YO17 7LL
01653 695392
thepatisseriemalton.co.uk
Underground Bakery
Providing a huge range of baked goods, sandwiches and seasonal pastries, Underground Bakery is not one to miss. Their sourdough selection is all freshly baked, created from their impressive 30-year starter, and these two bakeries have become cult favourites in the area.
10–10A Boroughgate, Otley LS21 3AL
7 Call Lane, Leeds LS1 7DH
theundergroundbakery.co.uk
Moin Moin Bakery
Taking its name from a traditional greeting in Hamburg, this adorable bakery serves up delicious pastries inspired by the owner’s time spent in Germany. From fresh bread and pastries to delicate confectionery and savoury options, this bakery has it all.
20 Leeds Road, Ilkley LS29 8DS
moinmoinbakery.com
Easter Egg Makers
Bullion Chocolate
Craft chocolate at its best, this is the gold standard for something sweet. Bullion follow the bean-to-bar method of making their chocolate, meaning their chocolate is single origin and made in small batches, and you can really taste the difference.
Unit 7, 102–104 Harvest Lane, Sheffield S3 8EG
0114 296 0363
bullionchocolate.com
Lauden Chocolate
Known for their intricate designs, these award-winning artisanal chocolates from Leeds come in a variety of collections, from classic combos to caramel collections and single-flavour boxes.
0113 2249128
laudenchocolate.com
Choc Affair
Famously smooth and made by hand in York, Choc Affair like to keep their bars seasonal with exceptional flavour combinations. For spring and summer, try out their limited edition apple and blackberry or rich apricot and almond bars.
01904 541541
choc-affair.com
Birdgate Chocolatiers
Creating a fabulous range of handmade chocolates in North Yorkshire, Birdgate Chocolatiers have pulled out all the stops for spring. As well as curated selection boxes, bars and gifts, they also have a spectacular range of hand-decorated easter eggs.
14 Birdgate, Pickering YO18 7AL
01751 477755
birdgatechocolatiers.com
Top of the Chocs
Pink Easter Bunny Egg, £17.50 Birdgate Chocolatier, Pickering
The Dessert Trolley, £25 Davenports davenportschocolates.co.uk
Four Pistachio Dream Easter Eggs, £13.50 La Chocolatrice, Coxhoe
Raspberry Chocolates (Box of 12), £24 Lauden Chocolate, Leeds
