Cafes, Restaurants, Pubs & Takeaways

[SteveH]

A TOP alehouse in Colwyn Bay has been voted the Pub of the Year in the Abercolwyn region.

The Bay Hop, at 17 Penrhyn Road, was voted Pub of the Year by members of the Abercolwyn Branch of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale).

The alehouse and bottle shop, which opened in August 2016, has provided quality real ale and cider since.

https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24239259.colwyn-bay-alehouse-bottle-shop-voted-pub-year/?ref=rss&IYA-mail=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Llandudno's Wildwood restaurant at risk as UK chain announces raft of closures
The parent company will close a number of loss-making restaurants

The restaurant firm behind the Wildwood chain has revealed plans to shut a raft of sites as part of a major restructuring. Tasty, which also runs sites under Dim T brand, said it plans to exit loss-making restaurants after a "challenging" start to the year.

The restructuring plan would see the group shut 18 of these restaurants, with two of these sites already closed to customers. It has not disclosed the locations of the sites earmarked for closure. Tasty currently has 43 Wildwood restaurants in operation, six Dim-T pan-Asian restaurants, two non-trading sites and three sub-let venues.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/llandudnos-wildwood-restaurant-risk-uk-28974283?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Inside the new taproom delighting customers in Llandudno!

CRAFT beer enthusiasts and locals alike have reason to celebrate after a new taproom celebrated its grand opening in Llandudno.

Wild Horse Brewing Co, based in Llandudno, opened the new taproom next door to their existing brewery, at Unit 5 Cae Bach Builder Street.

Alongside their existing brewing facility, the taproom promises to be a vibrant addition to Llandudno's social scene.

The grand opening of Wild Horse Brewing Co's taproom marks an exciting milestone for the brewery, which has gathered a dedicated local following for its modern craft beers since it opened in 2015.

cont plus more photos  https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24251414.inside-new-taproom-delighting-customers-llandudno/

[SteveH]

THE OWNER of a popular tea room and caf? in the centre of Llandudno has decided to sell the business.

Karen Thompson, owner of The Lemon Tree Tea Rooms, at 5 St George's Place, has made the ?heart-breaking? decision to sell the caf?.

Ms Thompson said the decision was ?huge?, having run the business with her parents Brian and Sheila after opening in 2017.

She said it had been a ?journey and joy? to create what they have, but that the health of her and her family was the priority.

https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24252302.llandudno-tea-room-goes-market-owner-looks-future/

[SteveH]

update on above.........

Wildwood restaurant and Body Shop to stay in Llandudno!

A POPULAR pizza, pasta and grill eatery will remain in Llandudno.

Mostyn Estates have received confirmation from Tasty PLC, the firm behind the Wildwood chain, that their Llandudno restaurant will remain open.

The Italian restaurant arrived in Llandudno, on Mostyn Street, in October 2016.

In further good news, it appears the Body Shop at the Victoria Centre will also continue trading.

A spokesperson from Mostyn Estates Ltd told the Pioneer: "Mostyn Estates have received confirmation from Tasty PLC that their Llandudno restaurant, Wildwood, will remain open and continue to be a vibrant presence in the town.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24255895.wildwood-restaurant-body-shop-stay-llandudno/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Conwy Valley's Tal-y-Cafn pub has been put up for sale
The current owners of the pub have restored the site to its former glory and have now placed it on the market

https://www.dailypost.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/conwy-valleys-tal-y-cafn-29046928?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

A highly rated restaurant with rooms that closed earlier this year has been put up for sale. Gareth F?n Jones and Roland Evans fell in love with Tŷ Castell (Castle House) - a place that was originally home to the castle constable.

It had been empty since 1993 but the couple restored the property in 2017 and opened it as a place to eat, drink and stay. The site built up an excellent reputation - securing AA rosettes for its food.

But Gareth F?n, who was also headteacher at Ysgol Dolbadarn in Llanberis, sadly died last summer, aged 53. This February it was announced it was closing with a "heavy heart".

It is now on the market with Dafydd Hardy for ?450,000.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/restaurant-rooms-closed-year-now-29062718

[SteveH]

The executive chef and owner at one of Wales's finest restaurant has penned a cookbook. Signatures in Conwy was named the country's best restaurant at the World Culinary Awards in Dubai in November.

It was the latest accolade for the venue which is run by chef and co-owner Jimmy Williams with his wife Louise. Now he has written a book so home cooks can try to recreate some of their favourite dishes at home.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/chef-owner-best-restaurant-wales-29141950

[SteveH]

A NEW restaurant on Llandudno?s promenade opened last week following a ?500,000 renovation of the premises.

The Goat, on Glan Y Mor Parade, is the town?s newest culinary hotspot, and promises to bring ?a fresh and exciting dining experience to the area?.

Customers were welcomed to the restaurant for the first time at 5pm on Tuesday, May 7.

It features a new kitchen and its own wine cellar, serving an extensive selection of wines, craft beers, and handcrafted cocktail, while diners can enjoy its modern bar and outdoor area.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24318803.inside-llandudnos-newest-restaurant-opened-500k-revamp/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

A NEW sushi takeaway is set to open in Llandudno, after a planning application was approved.

The plans, submitted by Edvard Ivanian, will see the conversion of the former New Skin Tattoo Studio premises, at 57B Mostyn Avenue, into a takeaway.

At present, the restaurant will only be permitted to serve cold food, with no external area for food and drink provision until further approval is granted.

The plans have divided public opinion, with some residents in favour of a new takeaway in the area, while others say it impacts their quality of life.

cont https://www.northwalespioneer.co.uk/news/24324170.plans-new-sushi-takeaway-llandudno-given-green-light/?ref=rss&IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

Llandudno restaurant owners to open new dessert and cocktail bar in seaside village
The owners of Indulge plan to open a new venue in nearby Deganwy

They told North Wales Live that they plan to open this in Deganwy in the coming weeks. The bar will take on the old Waterfront site.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/llandudno-restaurant-owners-open-new-29205908?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[SteveH]

North Wales tea room at beautiful garden with 'top notch' coffee and cream teas

Nestled in the Eryri foothills of North Wales, Bodnant Garden was forged by the Victorian vision of one extraordinary man and is today cherished by visitors from over the world over as a horticultural haven. Early records show that Bodnant (which in Welsh means "dwelling by a stream") was home to the Lloyd family from the reign of James I.

When Victorian industrialist Henry Davis Pochin and his wife bought Bodnant at auction in 1874 it was an estate with walled garden, woods and plantations. It was Pochin's grand vision which shaped the garden into the world renowned one we know today.

The décor has a lazy afternoon tea in a big garden shed vibe with dark and pale green tables and chairs. The place is full of people in walking boots, anoraks and dogs.

You order at the counter next to an array of rhubarb flapjacks, giant cookies and Bara Brith. The small and simple bilingual menu offers Welsh rarebit, jacket potato, pasties and soups.

cont https://www.dailypost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/bodnant-gardens-pavilion-tea-room-29223820?IYA-reg=49560bcd-5a9c-47f0-8fc5-ba2e71710589

[Robert2020]

Laburnum Arch Is looking good (went last Sunday)
For the next few weeks you cannot just turn up.....you have to book a slot online.
Sunday 26th they had over 3000 booked in for the day but a great place to visit.

[SteveH]

TWO AMERICAN guests with an unlikely link to a bar in Llandudno stopped by for a surprise visit, with a remarkable story about its history.

Debbie Bank and Joseph Realdine travelled all the way from Hawaii to Llandudno in search of a bar with strong family ties.

They arrived at The Gresham, a cocktail bar at 143 Mostyn Street, and stunned members of staff with a backstory dating back more than 100 years.

Debbie’s great great grandmother and grandfather Julia Knapp and Charles Mac had bought The Gresham in 1913.

The couple owned the business until 1925, with some of their descendants ending up settling in Haleiwa, around 40 minutes from the Hawaiian capital Honolulu.

The Gresham said of the visit: “They flew over from Hawaii just to come to visit The Gresham and made us aware in the venue.

“You find a piece of history every day.

“Thank you to both Debbie and Joseph for coming in and sharing the story.”                              ref pioneer

[SteveH]

THE TOUGHEST FULL ENGLISH BREAKFAST CHALLENGE I'VE DONE IN YEARS! | BeardMeatsFood

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1,225,379 views  9 Jun 2024  #FoodChallenge #EatingShow #Breakfast
Doing a huge fry up challenge for the 317th time...what could go wrong?

In today's episode we're at Anne's Kitchen in Mochdre, Colwyn Bay, doing battle with their giant breakfast challenge. £30 to order, but if you can sink it inside half an hour, it's on the house!

Video   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2c2CeAyEKA