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We had a special birthday to celebrate last weeken

We had a special birthday to celebrate last weekend, so were excited to finally head to Faru, the tasting menu restaurant in #Durham's Silver Street that only opened last year but is already listed in the prestigious #MichelinGuide.

As you'd expect, it's a memorable experience, with miniature courses that are each a work of art at the same time as being packed with exquisite flavours.

With attentive service, well chosen wine pairings, and a close-up view of all the action in the (very calm and well organised) open-plan kitchen, we had a lovely time and would certainly return for another special occasion in the future.

We appreciate that Faru's price point means it's not a place you go every day, especially in challenging economic times. However, we think it's fantastic that Durham now has a real diversity of offer - from the affordable cafés and restaurants serving hearty comfort food, to places like Faru (and other favourites like Coarse and Cellar Door) that are building the city's reputation as a real foodie destination.

Whatever kind of food you love, and whatever your budget or occasion, we can be proud that Durham has so many wonderful choices!

#lovedurham #dinner #restaurant #tastingmenu

We've headed to Northern Stores & Deli at Prince B

We've headed to Northern Stores & Deli at Prince Bishops Place for a tasty lunch today. The delicious homemade pie and a pot of tea is just the pick-me-up we needed! 😋

#durham #lovedurham #pie #lunch #tea #cafe

We love the cosy new nook at The Nook! Now you can

We love the cosy new nook at The Nook! Now you can not only buy delicious cakes and other #vegan and #glutenfree treats to take away, but you can enjoy them right away 😋

#durham #lovedurham

We headed to the lovely Bagel Break in #Durham's N

We headed to the lovely Bagel Break in #Durham's North Road for lunch today. Serving a wide range of sandwiches, pastries and cakes, as well as delicious daily specials - like our tomato and mozzarella #bagel - it's in a hard-to-miss spot right opposite the new bus station!

#cafe #coffeeshop #bagels #lunch

On a chilly December day, nothing warms you up lik

On a chilly December day, nothing warms you up like a tasty chicken #parmo from @parmalafamilia at @thefoodpit. Soooo good! 🤩😋

#durham #lovedurham #streetfood

We have enjoyed food and drink at @thekingslodgein

We have enjoyed food and drink at @thekingslodgeinn many times before, but last night was the first time we had stayed the night! With comfortable rooms and a location close to #Durham railway station, it's a great option if you are visiting the city or having people here to stay 👍

#lovedurham #inncollectiongroup

Amid all the change on Britain's high streets, it'

Amid all the change on Britain's high streets, it's wonderful to see how independent #bookshops are one of the big success stories of recent times.

Yes, you might sometimes save a pound or two buying from an online #retail giant, but you can't experience that moment where a colourful cover or interesting title unexpectedly catches your eye as you browse; you can't enjoy meeting an author as they talk about their life and inspiration; and you certainly can't get the warm glow that you feel when you know you're supporting a local #Durham-based business.

Since City of Durham Parish Council launched the Indie Durham City project in 2020, it's been our pleasure to work with not one but two brilliant new indie bookshops in the city: the delightful BookWyrm inside Durham Market Hall, which we featured as a previous cover star (https://www.indiedurhamcity.co.uk/2023/01/10/our-social-media-cover-star-miles-at-bookwyrm/), and the wonderful Collected Books in the city's Riverwalk.

We first met Emma, who runs Collected, back in November 2021, when her idea for a #bookshop (with coffee) specialising in work by women was still in its early days, and we were able to share some hints and tips about the opportunities for independents trading in Durham.

So, we were thrilled when Emma was able to launch her new bookshop in mobile form in spring last year - building a following by offering a range of 1,000 books in a van at the Saturday market in Durham Market Place - and then, in September 2022, beyond excited when she launched in her own permanent premises at 44 The Riverwalk.

It has been wonderful to see Collected go from strength to strength over the last year, with a stock of around 10,000 titles, a regular book club and programme of instore events, and some of the best coffee and cakes you'll find in the city.

Collected's extended opening hours throughout the week make it easy to call in before or after work, and on Thursdays and Fridays the shop is even open until 8pm - sometimes with an instore DJ on Fridays for "Books & Beats" (the next one is on Friday 8 December from 6pm to 10pm)!

#shoplocal #bookstore #independentbookstore

We headed to @19twentydurham on Elvet Bridge for l

We headed to @19twentydurham on Elvet Bridge for lunch today, where the burgers are always delicious, the service attentive, and the seats in the window one of the best vantage points in the city to watch the world go by! 👀

#durham #lovedurham #burger #lunch

We're always pleased to help spread the word about

We're always pleased to help spread the word about the latest Durham Independents campaign from our friends at @durhambid, and headed to @bookwyrmdurham in @durhammarkets - one of more than 40 participating indie businesses - to pick up our card!

You should know the drill by now - simply collect a loyalty card from one of the businesses that is taking part, and collect three stamps. To get those stamps, you need to buy three items, from three different businesses.

Hand the card into any one of the selected venues, and you'll be entered into the draw - five winners each week until 22 December will each win £100 worth of vouchers, to be spent at any of the participating shops and businesses.

For all the full details, head over to the Durham BID website - participating businesses are listed there, and on the inside of the card.

Many of our favourite businesses that you often see us posting about are taking part, so it's a great way to support local retailers at the same time as being in with a chance to win!

#durham #lovedurham #durhamindependents #shoplocal

Today's the day! 💡 💡💡 We wish everyone v

Today's the day! 💡 💡💡

We wish everyone visiting #LumiereDurham over the next four nights a wonderful experience - enjoy the atmospheric installations, and do support the many independent local businesses that are staying open late if you can.

Remember, access to the Durham city centre artworks is by free ticket only between the peak times of 16:30 and 19:30 each evening - and these are sold out - but anyone can visit after 19:30. Visit lumiere-festival.com for all the info.

These pics from Wednesday's sponsors' preview give just a taster of what you can look forward to!

#durham #lovedurham

We were delighted to catch up with Tarryn at @then

We were delighted to catch up with Tarryn at @thenookdurham in @durhammarkets yesterday, whose delicious #glutenfree and #vegan bakes have been going down a storm since she opened her stall on Saturday. Be sure to snap up your tasty treats before everyone else does!

#durham #lovedurham

It might be a gloomy afternoon, but a delicious ha

It might be a gloomy afternoon, but a delicious halloumi pitta wrap from The Greek Kitchen at The Food Pit always lifts the spirits! With five different street food vendors to choose from there is something here for every taste and appetite 😋🇬🇷

#durham #lovedurham #pitta #greekfood

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You know it's the festive season when @elvetandbai

You know it's the festive season when @elvetandbailey's Handmade #Christmas pop-up shop opens for business again!

Back to delight #Durham shoppers for the third year, you'll find a wide range of lovely gifts and decorations in the shop at @princebishops, next to Durham Distillery. Everything there is created by makers and crafters from the local area, including favourites such as @tiny_acorn_designs, @adelineandtwine and many more.

Open every day until Christmas, including Sundays, it's the perfect place to pick up some distinctive creations for your home or to give away as presents, all while supporting and celebrating #CountyDurham small businesses 🌲

#shoplocal #christmasshopping #lovedurham #handmade #craft

We've frequented The Food Pit ever since it opened

We've frequented The Food Pit ever since it opened at The Riverwalk, and The Greek Kitchen is still one of our favourite independent vendors there. The halloumi pitta wrap always makes for a delicious and filling lunch! 😋🇬🇷

#durham #lovedurham

#Durham's Tealicious always has one of the best wi

#Durham's Tealicious always has one of the best windows in the city, and we love this latest #Halloween-themed display! 🎃👻

#lovedurham #shopwindow #kerbappeal #highstreet #highstreets

With delicious food, friendly table service and a

With delicious food, friendly table service and a charming interior, you can see why Treats - tucked upstairs on Silver Street - is always one of our favourite places to head for lunch in #Durham 😋

#lovedurham #lunch #cafe #tearoom #countydurham

It's positive to see "Asian fusion" restaurant Fus

It's positive to see "Asian fusion" restaurant Fusha coming soon to the former vape shop at the bottom of Silver Street!

Give them a follow at @fusha_durham 💛💙

#durham #lovedurham #restaurant #asianrestaurant #asianfusion

Have you discovered the vibrant and magical How Ba

Have you discovered the vibrant and magical How Bazaar, inside Durham Markets?

Now spanning five stalls, the shop stocks beautiful homewares and gifts imported directly from Turkey.

Shop for fine-quality Turkish mosaic lamps, gorgeous throws and rugs, handmade painted ceramics, jewellery, ornaments, kilim-weave bags - and Fez hats!

Let's take a look around... 👀

#Durham #LoveDurham

Have you sampled the latest tasting menu at @coars

Have you sampled the latest tasting menu at @coarsedurham? Once again, chef Ruari and his team have pulled off an experience that is as delicious as it is beautiful - and with impeccable service from Harriet and Annalise too 😍

#lovedurham #durham #food #instafood #tastingmenu

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