The Sticky Beak Blog
Hello everyone! I’m a local Derbyshire bird, and along with my family and friends, I love to spread my wings and get my beak sticky sampling food, wine, and beer at local restaurants and venues. Along the way, we enjoy discovering hidden gems and having good times in our glorious neighbourhood.
I’m not particularly snobby about fancy food or surroundings; what matters to me is that a place is clean, friendly, has a bit of atmosphere, and serves up food that’s done well—after all, that’s their trade! read more
What's New On The Sticky Beak Blog
There aren't many things in life that you can guarantee, but the Chatsworth Country Fair being a terrific success is one of them! The Man and I went along on the Saturday and, from
Derbyshire-based food, hospitality and travel website The Sticky Beak Blog is celebrating after being named Leading Hospitality & Travel Review Platform 2026 - UK
Fair to say that The Village Inn in Marehay knows what it's doing; 26 years in and still going strong - no mean feat in the modern hospitality climate, I think you'll agree?
I'm sure The Man and I aren't alone in feeling that little buzz of happiness when a parcel gets delivered? Our joy was easily tripled when we were anticipating a delivery of handmade
An award-winning Derby restaurant has been given the go-ahead to expand its premises following a record-breaking year. Nicco Restaurant and Bar opened
Under the calm gaze of historic Bolsover Castle is a rather fine Keralan restaurant, Alleppey Kitchen, and its owner, Sree, kindly invited The Man and I over to try their
Sheffield Cocktail Week returns in just seven days, bringing 38 venues together for 10 days of exclusive cocktails, mocktails, food offers and city-wide discoveries from Friday
Right; straight off the bat, I'm just going to make my excuses now! Normally, I give a pretty good description of venues that we're visiting, even if I do say so myself; on this
The Red Arrows are set to make a special appearance over Chatsworth next weekend as the ever-popular Country Fair returns for 2026. Taking place from Friday 4 to Sunday 6
The Man and I were asked along to try breakfast at H&H at Koo in Chesterfield by its new owner, John Makin. We know John from another venue he is the General Manager
