Category Archives: food

Food banks in Sheffield

Posted on November 3, 2012 by steelcitykitchen

You may well have, like me, noticed a growing number of references in the news to food poverty in the UK and the growing need for community food banks supporting families who are struggling to buy food in times of … Continue reading →

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Asian style noodle soup with turkey meatballs

Posted on January 18, 2012 by steelcitykitchen

Not the catchiest title for a dish, admittedly, but I was really pleased with this quick recipe.  It’s low-fat but hearty and wholesome and pretty adaptable – you could use a different kind of mince for the meatballs, chicken strips … Continue reading →

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The Schoolrooms, Bradfield

Posted on August 22, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

I headed up to Bradfield Farmers Market on Saturday afternoon with a friend but I think we left it a bit late.  By the time we got there (1.45), stalls were already clearing up and many were looking low on … Continue reading →

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Tasting menu at the Wig and Pen

Posted on July 5, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

A couple of weeks ago I was invited down to try the Wig and Pen‘s new tasting menu on Campo Lane, just behind Sheffield Cathedral.  The Wig and Pen closed in its previous incarnation last November and re-opened under the … Continue reading →

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Nether Edge Farmers Market

Posted on June 23, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

Out of a slightly dull weekend, I somehow picked the two sunniest hours on Sunday 19th June to spend down at Nether Edge Farmers Market today and thoroughly worth my while it was too.  Organised by Nether Edge Neighbourhood Group, … Continue reading →

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Tideswell Food Festival

Posted on May 31, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

A 30 minute drive outside Sheffield lies the village of Tideswell in the Peak District, where a food revolution is gathering pace.  Saturday 7th May saw their first ever Food Festival take place, with chances to explore and find out … Continue reading →

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Zerboni Taste, Ecclesall Road

Posted on April 24, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

We were in search of a good brunch this weekend, and I’m pleased to report we found it here.  Zerboni Taste is a Italian cafe a bistro on Ecclesall Road just down from the Hunters Bar roundabout and a short … Continue reading →

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Vintage Rose tea parties

Posted on April 17, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

I received an invite from the lovely @LuHarper to a Vintage Rose tea party, which is a new venture set up by Chesterfield girl, Victoria Almarresh. Victoria has long had a passion for baking, catering and vintage style and has … Continue reading →

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Fagan’s, Broad Lane

Posted on February 27, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

The wonder of Fagan’s is, quite simply, portion size.  Food here is big: “D’ya think we’ll fit 3 plates on this table?” “Dunno…they’re pretty big…” “What’s the pie like?” “Big”. Me: “Does the steak come with chips?” Tom (landlord): “No…it … Continue reading →

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Sheffield Food Plan

Posted on February 13, 2011 by steelcitykitchen

There are just under 2 weeks left to give your feedback on the draft Sheffield Food Plan.  The Food Plan aims to help Sheffield on the way to becoming a healthier city, with benefits for the environment and the economy.  … Continue reading →

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