Treat yourself to a taste of Durham this festive season

There’s lots of ways to enjoy a taste of Durham this festive season! 

Delicious #Tastedurham recipes to try out at home

From Teesdale Cheese pasta and Weardale Cheese Soufflé to refreshing Durham gin cocktails, we have lots of tasty recipes created by #tastedurham award-winning local producers you can try out at home.  

Durham Food and Drink Festival

Looking for something delicious to enjoy over Christmas? You can find a tasty menu of treats and great gift ideas from Durham Food and Drink Festival’s incredible food and drink producers. 

Take advantage of fantastic special offers and watch your favourite celebrity chefs like Rosemary Shrager and GBBO winner John Whaite create delicious festive recipes. Be sure to visit this fabulous online foodie festival soon, as the festival is only live until Christmas Eve.   

Indulgent deliveries straight to your door

We may not be able to visit our favourite eateries and independent restaurants in person right now, but you can still enjoy a taste of Durham delivered straight to your doorstep.

From restaurant quality meals and mouth-watering Sunday lunches, to delectable foodie Christmas gifts and seasonal produce – lots of Durham’s businesses and producers are now offering local and national delivery.

Order online and pick up in person 

Got a craving for your favourite food or searching for the perfect Christmas gift? Plan ahead and avoid disappoint by placing an order to collect in person.  

From juicy burgers and spicy Indian curry, to tasteful foodie hampers, divine local produce and even festive afternoon tea, you’ll find there’s plenty on the menu to choose from in Durham. 

Shop Local 

From shopping online to visiting in person, there’s lots of ways you can support Durham's local businesses and producers this Christmas. Head to Durham Market to pick up delicious local produce inside the historic market hall or at the festive outdoor markets.

Soak up the festive atmosphere at magical Christmas markets, or head further afield and discover tempting hidden foodie favourites in Durham’s market towns and cosy farm shops.  

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