Chester Chronicle - Entertainment - Chester Restaurants

An element of style

Chester Chronicle — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Modern chemistry tells us that there are 92 naturally occurring elements, with another 20-odd that we’ve managed to create ourselves, but only for millionths of a second at a time.

A welcome return to The Tavern at Alltami

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 16 May 2008 09:20:00 GMT

I have often seen signs outside pubs, and other businesses for that matter, proclaiming "Under new management".

Expect the unexpected at Oddfellows

Chester Chronicle — Thu, 08 May 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Bringing something different to the table is something every new restaurateur should try to achieve and at Oddfellows in Lower Bridge Street, diners and drinkers are treated to a unique experience within Chester’s Roman Walls.

A country retreat - The Nag's Head, Haughton

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 02 May 2008 09:17:00 GMT

First impressions are everything, as they say about job applicants, not to mention restaurants and newspaper articles.

Village fare - The Farndon

Chester Chronicle — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT

There’s a lot to be said for taking life at a leisurely pace.

Restored to glory

Chester Chronicle — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:49:00 GMT

Voted Best Newcomer in the 2008 Chester Food and Drink Festival, the George and Dragon in Tarvin had a lot to live up to.

The Blue Cap, Sandiway - Into the blue

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:30:00 GMT

A famous hound gives its name to The Blue Cap and our visit there certainly became a dog of a night - though that was not the fault of the hospitality.

Northop Golf and County Club’s Far Pavilions

Chester Chronicle — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Sundays provide the opportunity to while away the last few hours of free time before it’s back to the weekly grind. I, like many others, tend to let this quality time slip by.

Churtons, Rossett - A real character

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:13:00 GMT

I’d always been slightly curious about Churtons. My sister, Lucy, lived just around the corner in Rossett for several years, and I often passed the pretty whitewashed building when I called to see her.

The Fox & Grapes, Hawarden - A foxy little pub

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:06:00 GMT

The ever-immaculate David Attenborough once treated me, and several million other couch naturalists, to a fascinating piece of television.

Eastern promise - Etasia, Tarporley

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:56:00 GMT

High expectations when trying something new or dining somewhere different can often lead to disappointment.

Old world charmer - Ye Olde King's Head, Chester

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Thank goodness for grandparents. When, about a month or so ago, my wife Kate told me that we were taking hers out to dinner in Chester city centre and added: ‘Be careful where you book, my granddad is a really fussy eater,’ the millstone was placed firmly around my neck.

Wing your way to The Goshawk, Mouldsworth

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Plenty of pubs have made the move from old fashioned grub to haute cuisine but combining the two should suit all parties.

The spirit of sharing - La Tasca, Chester

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As a child I was what is commonly known as a “fussy eater”.

A winter warmer - Restaurant Locus, Boughton, Chester

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Restaurant Locus is the place to be, according to the Which? Good Food Guide, an independent publication. Only two restaurants in Chester warrant a mention – The Arkle at the Chester Grosvenor and Restaurant Locus in Boughton.

Artfully elegant - Heathercliffe Country House

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:02:00 GMT

First a quiz question: What do the legendary American millionaire John Paul Getty Snr. and the Queen of Yugoslavia have in common?

Bistro 55, Caerwys - Bistro blossoms

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

My wife and I skipped down the A55 to Llandudno for a spot of “He’s behind you!” all courtesy of the pantomime cast of Peter Pan at Venue Cymru.

Chez Gerard, Chester - French Fancy

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:28:00 GMT

Situated half-way up Bridge Street lies one of Chester’s latest additions to city centre dining in the shape of Chez Gerard – a French Brasserie offering a wide range of traditional and European dishes.

Hanmer Arms, nr Whitchurch - Fighting fit

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:05:00 GMT

There is an old saying in the boxing world, that they never come back! That's not surprising for boxers, for the years remove that deadly extra something that makes the champion, and those fighters who tried again, usually under pressure from the tax man, always proved the point.

Alchemy Restaurant, Nercwys - A rich formula

Chester Chronicle — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 10:31:00 GMT

Am I the only person in the world who thinks the Lord of the Rings film trilogy is rubbish? Twice I tried to read the books as a younger man, only to give up in boredom and despair.