Food & Drink

  1. 5 Jan
    A thali in a restaurant, bowls of indian food

    National Thali Week 2026

    Returning for its second year, this week is National Thali Week, run by the people behind the Leicestershire Curry Awards and England Curry Capital. National Thali Week is taking place first time between 6 and 12 January 2026 and celebrates this often overlooked Indian feasting sensation. Bringing together restaurants, communities…
  2. 4 Dec 2025
    Leicestershire Tourism Awards

    The Leicestershire Tourism & Hospitality Awards 2025

    Last night (3 December) at Leicester’s Athena venue, the very best of Leicestershire’s Tourism businesses gathered for the Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards. Atrractions, restaurants, pubs, hotels and many more were in the running for a host of awards celebrating the people and the place who drive our region’s tourism…
  3. 7 Nov 2025
    a pizza on a plate and a deli platter

    Leicester’s Best Pizza

    Leicester’s Best Pizza No matter what form it comes in, frozen, crispy, deep-pan or thin; pizza always remains one of life’s most wonderful pleasures. Most follow the simple but effective formula of crispy dough, rich tomato sauce, a scattering of toppings, and last but certainly not least, the cheese that…
  4. 9 Oct 2025
    The Interior of the Merchant of Venice Granby Street

    Independent Restaurants in Leicester

    Discover the top independent restaurants in Leicester, from family-owned curry houses, Italian eateries, Japanese sushi bars and to authentic flavours from around the world, not to mention the best places for snacks and street food, come with us as we explore Leicester’s awesome dining scene. Welcome to part two of…
  5. 8 Oct 2025
    Leicester Restaurant Week

    Restaurant Week is nearly here!

    BID Leicester is bringing back the city’s much-loved Restaurant Week this month – and for the first time ever, it’s running for two whole weeks, from Monday 20 October to Sunday 2 November 2025. Set to be bigger and tastier than ever, there are currently more than 65 offers…
  6. 16 Sep 2025
    The stage at the Curry Awards

    Leicestershire Curry Awards 2025

    Bringing a hint of spice and excitement to a rainy autumn evening, the 2025 Leicestershire Curry Awards were held at Leicester’s Athena on Monday 15 September. The stars of the city and county’s South Asian restaurant scene gathered in their finery alongside representatives from the city’s universities, the uniformed services,…
  7. 11 Sep 2025
    Food on a table

    Leicester Restaurant Week returns

    It’s double the flavour with two weeks of tasty deals and citywide eats Calling all foodies! Leicester Restaurant Week (LRW) is back – and this year it’s bigger, better, and bursting with twice as much flavour. Running for two delicious weeks, from Monday 20 October to Sunday 2 November, there…
  8. 22 Jul 2025
    Attendees at the Curry Awards nominations

    Leicestershire Curry Awards 2025 finalists revealed

    The finalists for the 9th annual Leicestershire Curry Awards were unveiled last night (Monday 21 July) during a sparkling ceremony at Leicester’s Athena venue. Some of the region’s top chefs, restaurateurs, and food lovers were in attendance for the reveal ceremony, hosted by local events expert Priti Raichura and covered…
  9. 21 Jul 2025
    A Sparkly elephant

    Stomp Round Leicester and explore our city!

    This summer the elephants have come to Leicester and they are the perfect way to make a day of it in the city. Take a Stomp Round Leicester and explore our cafes, restaurants and attractions while you find these fantastic pieces of public art and follow the LOROS elephant trail!…