New Openings

Restaurants and bars worth knowing about

• 'Truly special' Amble community pub reopens after £260,000 refurbishment — The Blue Bell pub on Albert Street in Amble has reopened after a £260,000 refurbishment, with hopes of becoming a community hub. 4.6 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, pub.
• Curry legends' Newcastle restaurant '30 years in the making' opens its doors — After much anticipation, Tantara restaurant has opened on the outskirts of Newcastle. The new Indian dining spot represents 30 years of work and preparation from its operators. restaurant.
• Grainger Market Fried Chicken New Restaurant — Grainger Market legends confirm opening date for their new Newcastle restaurant on Grey Street. Moving to Grey Street feels like a coming-of-age moment for the brand. 4.5 stars, market.
• Christine's Kitchen — Christine's Kitchen opened in Consett in September 2025 and has brought Filipino food to the heights of County Durham, being one of the only places serving Filipino cuisine in the North East. 4.1 stars, cafe.
• Raj Tandoori — Beloved Newcastle Indian restaurant has been put up for sale after 32 years of serving thousands of diners, as owners announce their retirement 4.3 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, indian restaurant.
• Big River Bakery — Shieldfield bakery is one of 25 winners in Airbnb's Best of British Fund, using the money to go towards its annual National Stottie Week 4.8 stars, bakery.
• Meet the ambitious brothers taking over Newcastle one business at a time — Brothers Joe and Ollie Brack are building a significant business empire in Newcastle, becoming a notable force in the city's hospitality scene. Their growing presence suggests multiple restaurant or bar ventures. 4.6 stars, fast food restaurant.
• 'Super cosy' Slaggyford country inn named Pub of the Year — A countryside inn in Slaggyford, Northumberland has been named Pub of the Year, winning the North East Tourism Award. 4.8 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, pub.
• Gary Lineker goes for curry at Newcastle restaurant loved by the stars after Tyne-Wear derby — Ex Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker visited this Newcastle restaurant over the weekend following the Tyne-Wear derby. The spot is known for being popular with celebrities. travel agency.

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• Mother Mary — Directed by David Lowery and starring Anne Hathaway, this film explores the complexities of fame and obsession. It has been described as an undefinable and intriguing cinematic experience. 1/10, 89 min.
• Reminders of Him — When Diem's custodial grandparents adamantly refuse Kenna's attempts to see her daughter, Kenna discovers unexpected compassion, and then something truer and deeper, with former NFL player and local bar owner Ledger. As their secret romance develops, so do the dangers for both of them, leading Kenna toward heartbreak and, ultimately, the hope for a second chance. 114 min.
• Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man — After his estranged son gets embroiled in a Nazi plot, self-exiled gangster Tommy Shelby must return to Birmingham to save his family — and his nation. 112 min.
• The Drama — A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. 5.3/10, 105 min.
• You, Me & Tuscany — A free-spirited American chef and reserved British lawyer embark on a whirlwind romance during a destination wedding in coastal Italy. 5/10, 105 min.
• Backrooms — A24 releases trailer for Backrooms, a horror film based on the famous creepypasta. Directed by Kane Parsons (aka Kane Pixels) in his directorial debut, the film features Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve and Mark Duplass. The film imagines a vast, endless maze of monotonous rooms where people can become trapped. This follows the success of Markiplier's Iron Lung, showing studios' appetite for YouTuber-led horror projects.