Food & Drink

Leicestershire restaurant gains Michelin Green Star for eco approach

It was also recently shortlisted for The Good Food Guide Awards 2025

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'Game-changing' hack fries eggs perfectly every time – using one extra ingredient

Fried eggs can be tricky to cook perfectly, but one home chef has shared a 'game changing' hack that guarantees a runny yolk - and all you need is one ingredient

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One in three six-year-olds can’t spell their own name, study reveals

To improve literacy and encourage their children, parents are finding ways to make spelling and reading more fun

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Discover Jamie Oliver's budget-friendly 'fakeaway' kebab made with 1 unexpected ingredient

Packed full of flavour this kofta kebab and flatbread recipe costs just '£1 per portion'

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Traitors hand out free coffee as we down 53million mugs a morning

54 per cent of coffee drinkers say they can’t function properly without their morning brew

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Adding extra ingredient to scrambled eggs makes them creamier and tastier

If you're looking to make the perfect scrambled eggs, but can never get the texture or flavour right, then this simple hack is for you - and it all comes down to one common ingredient.

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Discover the secret to crispy roast potatoes by adding one simple ingredient

A simple baking hack will make sure your roast potatoes come out of the oven perfectly crispy every time - and you just need to add one special ingredient

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Latest food hygiene ratings for Leicester as five eateries need major improvement

Two places scored a '2' - meaning improvement was necessary

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I try Leicester's Kuru Kuru Sushi and find a new favourite food

The raw fish was okay but the dumplings were something else

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39 loved-up cocktail recipes to enjoy this Valentine's Day

These irresistible cocktails are made for raising a toast with your nearest and dearest...

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'Vital' revamp of Leicestershire market approved

The scheme aims to make the venue a 'hub for education, tourism and industry'

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Frankie & Benny’s giving away free drinks for Valentine's Day

If you book ahead you could get a free drink with your meal

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Deliveroo launches sommelier service in time for Valentine’s Day

You can register for the experience now

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Nutritionist says swapping out water turns smoothie into superfood

Emily English has put together a recipe for a smoothie designed to boost health and mood on cold winter days

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Unique bar in the grounds of Leicestershire castle set to re-open

The Balloon Bar will mark the occasion with a new menu

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Gousto launches Valentine's Day recipe boxes with dessert pairings

The menu includes21-Day Aged Sirloin Steak with Chips and Peppercorn Sauce

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Dinner parties becoming regular rituals for Brits, research reveals

While once reserved for special occasions, more than one in three (36%) say they host a soiree at least once a month

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Air fryer users told not to add common ingredient that increases fire risk

Air fryers are typically used for cooking fried food, but can also be used for variety of other meals - although you may have to change how you do it

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New East Asian supermarket plan emerges for Leicester city centre

It looks set to take over a former New Look store

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Brits celebrate the good times... With a pizza

Rather than reach for the fizz, 78% say they celebrate good news by sharing a pizza with friends and family and 69% say it is their go-to meal if they want to make a weeknight feel special

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Bella Italia is giving away free pizza if you have a code

There is also a new pizza flavour for a limited time only

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Asian restaurant chain eyes up Highcross site for new eatery

The unit has stood empty since late 2020

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I ate from Leicester market for an entire day for the price of a takeaway

Every time I visit there is something new to get excited about

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Cafe plan for former social club approved in spite of road safety concerns

Residents also claimed there was 'insufficient' parking in the area

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Warning issued to anyone who drinks coffee as fans urged to avoid common mistake

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Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out

Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside

Shopping Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside

Chef's 'perfect' poached egg recipe includes 1 extra step for round shape

Chef Thom Bateman, who has been sharing his recipes and cooking hacks on social media, says you can make the perfect poached eggs in minutes with a very simple extra step

Warning issued to anyone who drinks coffee as fans urged to avoid common mistake

A warning has been issued to anyone who likes to start their morning with a cup of coffee - and it's all to do with how you're disposing of it

Chef shares fried eggs trick to make them tastier with one ingredient - not salt

Fried eggs are a breakfast staple, but they can taste a bit bland if not cooked properly. Luckily, you can make sure your fried eggs are bursting with flavour with one simple trick

Coffee experts reveal how to store coffee to keep it fresh for longer

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Emmerdale legend 'to return' after 26 years in Kim Tate twist - and she should be worried

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Emmerdale fans 'feel sick' as they 'know' what John has really done with Anthony's body

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Coronation Street star's boyfriend makes unexpected cameo in ITV soap

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Coronation Street fans were stunned as they realised Rob Mallard, who plays Daniel Osbourne, had his real-life partner on the soap.

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Primark's £7 pyjama bottoms 'so cute' shoppers say they'd wear them out

Primark shoppers are obsessed with the retailer's new pyjama bottoms, with many saying they would wear the "cute" items outside

Garden centre's no-dogs policy is 'great news', say LeicestershireLive readers

Gates said it has made the 'difficult decision' to ban dogs from its new garden centre

Driver crashed into wall on trip to buy cigarettes after having 'a lot to drink'

Leanne Robbins was nearly three times the legal drink-driving limit

Update on personal tax allowance £20k - current rates and Treasury response

The amount you can earn before being taxed hasn't risen since 2021