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12/06/2022

16/02/2022

Simple outstanding…

Wow wow wow! 🌟
We made history! Lichfields first EVER Michelin Star restaurant.
What a team!
We are all absolutely elated that Upstairs has been awarded One Michelin Star.
After what can only be described as a rollercoaster first 4 months.
To be recognised in this way is beyond our wildest dreams..
We would like to thank absolutely every single person who has supported us since we opened, from our amazing customers, suppliers to all of the trades that made our dream real!
We are only getting started and can't wait to see you all to celebrate 🌟

24/12/2021

Happy Christmas, enjoy the food and drink and company over the festive period. Look out for some exciting things to come in 2022.

14/12/2021

Feast your eyes on this from our good friends over at Docket No.33] just over the border in Shropshire.

Docket No.33]
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This incredible dessert definitely brings a sweet end to our last week before our Christmas break!
Chocolate | orange | cinnamon | yoghurt
Availability for next year can be found on our website.
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01/12/2021

Great news for those of you who despite of the weather (some years) brave the amazing festival in Stone. 2022 will see the event taking place 15-17th July, fingers crossed for some sunnier weather but certainly one for the calendar.

27/11/2021

Snowy days are made for this type of food. Yes Chef .flintlock.cheddleton.

21/11/2021

Staffordshire based have just Introduced their new Cacao Rum Liqueur perfect for the colder evenings. What’s not to love Rum with Chocolate tones.

21/11/2021

STONE CHRISTMAS MARKET, absolutely amazing to see everyone support this phenomenal day, even Santa made an appearance!

20/11/2021

and .cafe have teamed up for a five-course dining experience in Stafford.

On Saturday 27th November at 7PM, join them for a journey through gastronomy, as the Hygge menu is presented for an in-person dining experience with the amazingly talented .cohen.

Drawing on the themes of cosiness, community, and settling into the cooler months, the dishes are filled with flavour pairings and seasonal ingredients.

Find out more and book your place at

https://www.feasted.co.uk/feasted-presents-an-evening-of-hygge-at-alberts

19/11/2021

Well done to , .niall and the whole team on the preview launch last night. Watch this space for interior and food photos, but this is going to be an amazing addition to the Staffordshire food Scene.

16/11/2021

As we get into the festive season it’s a great time to catch up with friends and what better than over food and drinks. Show your love to our wonderful hospitality businesses throughout Staffordshire, grab some friends and book somewhere. 📸 courtesy of

14/11/2021

A day to remember those that have made everything we have possible. 📸 courtesy of .

13/11/2021

Dine with Niall Keating!

Lunar are offering a once in a lifetime experience to a select few guests on 19th November 2021.

They are running a blind auction with proceeds contributing to &

DM them your final bid and those with the highest bids will enjoy an evening of cooking by Niall Keating and Head Chef Craig Lunn in a private, multi-course, modern dining experience, prior to our official opening night under the full moon - what better way to pay homage to the original Lunar Society?

The auction will run until 12 noon on 17th November and winners will be notified shortly afterwards.

12/11/2021

Whilst just over the border, it is certainly worth a mention. On cold autumn days food like this makes everyone happy! One to put on your list to visit. You will be well looked after by and the team .

11/11/2021

New opening alert, tomorrow we welcome to the Staffordshire food and drink scene. Wishing you all the best for the launch and we will get across to see you soon.

11/11/2021

The kitchen at is back open and with a new chef at the helm. Best of luck to and the team.

11/11/2021

Best of luck to Staffordshire’s from the .flintlock.cheddleton who has been shortlisted for a industry award for Social Media Influencer. If you don’t follow him already, go and feast your eyes on his food 👏🏻🤞🏻.

10/11/2021

have teamed up with for what will be an amazing night of food telling the Stoke story at World of Wedgwood Tea Room on Friday 10th December. One not to be missed.

21/10/2021

We have had to keep our lips closed on this one for quite a while but it’s now official…

02/09/2021

This is definitely one that you don’t want to miss. Matt has done so much for The Staffordshire food scene.

‘Godfather’ of the Staffordshire food scene Matt Davies is set to share stories from his fascinating career – and his more recent battle with mental health following a career-ending injury - during an evening event as part of this year’s Stone Food & Drink Festival.

On the evening of Wednesday 29th September Staffordshire Sauce magazine’s Daren Bach will interview the top chef during ‘An Evening with Matt Davies’ with all proceeds from the ticketed event going to the charity Hospitality Action. Established in 1837, it offers vital assistance to all who work, or have worked within hospitality in the UK and Matt is one of the charity’s Ambassadors.

The event will take place at Crown Wharf in Crown Street, with tickets priced at £5pp – for more details and to book head to: https://www.stonefooddrink.org.uk/matt-davies/

20/07/2021

The latest edition for the food and drink scene in Stone is open, amazing venue and setting alongside the canal.

02/06/2021

Great to see local businesses coming together. You can find both and being served at . Good to see people starting to support all the great hospitality venues in the county as well.

28/05/2021

Sauce caught up with Chef Stuart Collins about his time on the Great British Menu and Docket No.33, you can listen to the full chat here:

https://www.staffordshiresauce.co.uk/index.php/podcast/

26/05/2021

After a very wet and dreary May, it looks like the sunshine is finally coming to Staffordshire just in time for the Bank Holiday weekend ☀️Time to dust off the BBQ, gather with your family and friends and enjoy some delicious food in the sun! Head over to Dunwood Farm Butchery's website and order your BBQ packs, or if you’re local, pop into The Village Butchers in Ipstones to get your fix. https://bit.ly/3fknJsI

11/05/2021

You’re in for a real treat with Cultured by Feasted’s next instalment of their Heat at Home Boxes. Orders are now being taken for their sensational, Asian influenced 5 course menu up until 19th May, and will be ready for collection from Spode Works on the 21st or 22nd May.

The carefully crafted menu features incredible dishes such as Slow-roasted Pork Terrine, Feasted’s Miso Infused Cod and Chocolate Gateaux Opera, plus delicious vegetarian options.

Visit the website to see the full menu and place your orders. feasted.co.uk/menu

04/05/2021

There’s less than two weeks to go until restaurants, pubs and cafés can reopen their doors and welcome back customers for indoor dining 😍 Where will you be heading to first?

BEAR (📸)

30/04/2021

Sauce caught up with Little Seeds' Head Chef Jake and Front of House Manager Sophie this week to find out all about their beautiful new Tapas Terrace, additions to the team, changes to opening hours and no fewer than three menus for their reopening on Thursday 20th May!

Read the full interview here: https://www.staffordshiresauce.co.uk/index.php/2021/04/30/little-seeds-reopens-with-new-tapas-terrace/

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15/04/2021

There have been exciting changes at Whites Coffee Bar ahead of their reopening outdoors this week! Sauce chatted to owner Charlotte to find out what she and the team have been up to - follow the link to read more.

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13/04/2021

After what feels like an absolute lifetime, pubs, restaurants and cafés across the country can now finally open their doors and welcome back guests for outdoor dining and drinks! 🙌 After such a devastating 12 months for the food & drink and hospitality sectors, it really is wonderful to see everyone pulling together and supporting local and independent businesses across Staffordshire. Here’s a handful of Staffordshire food & drink establishments that are welcoming back customers this week… where will you be heading to first?

The Meynell Ingram Arms The Bank Coffeehouse The Rag at Rawnsley NØRTH Kitchen + Bar The Bulls Head Alton Blockhouse at the Sheet Anchor The Lazy Trout Fitzherbert Arms Whites Coffee Bar The Barn at Swinfen

07/04/2021

The best of April fools day 2021 in food and drink! A little laughter and silliness goes a long way during current times, so we are sharing the best creative collaborations and crazy April fools day pranks that have been getting the nation talking over the past week. From Frankie & Benny's meatball bath bomb to Pringles' new salt & vinegar flavoured lip balm, are there any products here that you would actually try!?

Pringles Frankie & Benny's Haribo UK Crayola Weetabix Heinz UK Riverford Candid Beer Mash Direct