Food and drink

Shoppers are being warned about food recalls - here's what to check for this week

Food recall alert Tesco, Waitrose and Home Bargains shoppers warned to check fridges

A number of US fast food chains will be opening in the UK by the end of 2026

A number of US fast food chains will be opening in the UK by the end of 2026

All the US fast food chains opening branches in the UK in 2026 for first time

A number of US fast food chains will be opening in the UK by the end of 2026

A number of US fast food chains will be opening in the UK by the end of 2026

All the US fast food chains opening branches in the UK in 2026 for first time

Mice droppings were found in the kitchen of Llanfechain Church in Wales Primary School leading to it receiving a zero FSA rating

Mice droppings were found in the kitchen of Llanfechain Church in Wales Primary School leading to it receiving a zero FSA rating

Food Standards Agency

Primary school vows 'immediate improvement' after mouse droppings found in kitchen

There are a few product and food and drink recalls to be aware of this week

There are a few product and food and drink recalls to be aware of this week

'Do not use' warnings all UK shoppers should be aware of this week

A top bill has been unveiled for Oktoberfest in Shrewsbury.

A top bill has been unveiled for Oktoberfest in Shrewsbury.

Shrewsbury Oktoberfest unveils comedy, music and food line-up

The acai bowls at Brambles in Oswestry have been getting a lot of attention online

The acai bowls at Brambles in Oswestry have been getting a lot of attention online

TASTE TEST: We tried the 'perfect antidote' Oswestry acai bowls that are a hit online

Wine expert Oz Clarke will be coming to Booka Bookshop this autumn to talk about his latest book

Wine expert Oz Clarke will be coming to Booka Bookshop this autumn to talk about his latest book

Wine expert Oz Clarke visiting Oswestry to celebrate new book

Bake Baby & Buff Bowls founder Abi.

Bake Baby & Buff Bowls founder Abi.

Baking business created during lockdown now making a mark on Oswestry food scene

Jeremy Clarkson

Pubs near Oswestry join almost 500 across the UK serving Jeremy Clarkson pies

Oswestry could get its first Domino's Pizza - here are the details

Shropshire Distillery spirits wedding experience.

Shropshire Distillery spirits wedding experience.

Shropshire Distillery in Ellesmere gives couples chance to craft own wedding spirits

Shooting a scene in Heartbeat days.

Shooting a scene in Heartbeat days.

TV star with Shropshire links buys iconic pub made famous by hit show

Work has begun on the new development off Whittington Road roundabout which will include a Costa Coffee and a Greggs

Work has begun on the new development off Whittington Road roundabout which will include a Costa Coffee and a Greggs

National coffee chain reveals opening date for latest Oswestry branch as work begins

There were thousands of visitors to this year's Oswestry Food Festival

There were thousands of visitors to this year's Oswestry Food Festival

'Vibrant' Oswestry Food & Drink Festival draws big crowds to town centre

Oswestry woman, Becky Dibble, will see her crisp flavour idea hit the shelves later this year.

Oswestry woman, Becky Dibble, will see her crisp flavour idea hit the shelves later this year.

Oswestry woman says it's 'surreal' as her Walkers crisp idea hits the shelves

Greggs new Iced Blueberry Matcha

Greggs new Iced Blueberry Matcha

Greggs launches two new summer menu items – and 1 is free

Cafe Life, based inside Oswestry's Whole Life Centre, is set to close next month

Cafe Life, based inside Oswestry's Whole Life Centre, is set to close next month

Beloved Oswestry community cafe to close after years serving town

Re:Purpose is making spirits from leftover food waste.

Re:Purpose is making spirits from leftover food waste.

New Shropshire craft spirits brand turns food waste into drinks

The fourth Kinnerley Beer Festival returns to the village next weekend and promises to be another great event.

The fourth Kinnerley Beer Festival returns to the village next weekend and promises to be another great event.

Annual beer festival returns with bigger venue and more ales

The Welsh Rarebit at the Courtyard Eatery

The Welsh Rarebit at the Courtyard Eatery

We tried Oswestry's tucked away gem that is a hit on TripAdvisor

Gareth and Emma Glynn at The Shropshire Distillery in Ellesmere.

Gareth and Emma Glynn at The Shropshire Distillery in Ellesmere.

Shropshire vodka made from local spring water wins top industry award

Becky Dibble's idea for a new crisp flavour could see her net a £500,000 cash prize

Becky Dibble's idea for a new crisp flavour could see her net a £500,000 cash prize

Oswestry woman in final six for new Walker's crisp flavour and £500,000 cash prize

Henry Toller (Director), Flo Pawley (Distiller), Dave Muir (Distiller) celebrate Henstone Distillery winning another top title at the Gin Guide's awards.

Henry Toller (Director), Flo Pawley (Distiller), Dave Muir (Distiller) celebrate Henstone Distillery winning another top title at the Gin Guide's awards.

Oswestry-based firm wins global award for third time

The former Chirk Tandoori will reopen as Brasa Chirk later today

The former Chirk Tandoori will reopen as Brasa Chirk later today

New steak and tapas restaurant opening today in Chirk

Aldi, M&S, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons issue food recall alerts to shoppers

Asda, Aldi, M&S, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons issue food recall alerts to shoppers

Sarah Jones and Jemma Isherwood have had rave reviews since opening Shakes n Bakes on Church Street

Sarah Jones and Jemma Isherwood have had rave reviews since opening Shakes n Bakes on Church Street

Popular milkshake and cake shop reborn in new Oswestry premises

Prize winners Ali Ayhan, Dan Robinson and Daisy Brown together with Rotarians Ian and Rhian Slipper.

Prize winners Ali Ayhan, Dan Robinson and Daisy Brown together with Rotarians Ian and Rhian Slipper.

Chocolate cake topped with tiny vegetables wins Oswestry cookery contest

The pancakes and coffee at the Ostrich Cafe in Oswestry

The pancakes and coffee at the Ostrich Cafe in Oswestry

We visited the Oswestry cafe offering comfort food at its best

Brooklands Dairy in its current location in Dudleston Heath, just off the B5068

Brooklands Dairy in its current location in Dudleston Heath, just off the B5068

Owners give update as popular ice cream business near Ellesmere prepares to move

Castle Tandoori in Chirk

Castle Tandoori in Chirk

Town Indian restaurant announces closure date - but hints at new venture

Shropshire Tasty Trail

Shropshire Tasty Trail

Popular food-and-walk event is back — with nearly 500 people snapped up so far

The Old Coffee Pot in Oswestry has long been a favourite in the town

The Old Coffee Pot in Oswestry has long been a favourite in the town

I found out why this café is the top rated in Oswestry by TripAdvisor

George Miah with staff at Simla.

George Miah with staff at Simla.

Owner of Oswestry's longest-serving restaurant celebrates 50 years of success

How much food can £25 get you at Aldi for two people? I found out

How much food can £25 get you at Aldi for two people? I found out

This Aldi '5 meals for £25' challenge actually worked - I couldn’t believe what I got

Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow the official guidance

Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow the official guidance

'Do not eat' warnings for shoppers at Sainsbury's, Lidl, Tesco, Morrisons and more

Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow the official guidance

Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow the official guidance

'Do not eat' warnings issued to shoppers at Lidl, Tesco, Ocado and more

The Bailey Head in Oswestry

The Bailey Head in Oswestry

Pubs named finalists in UK's Best Independent Beer Bar or Pub

The cruffin created by Widnall Bakery is a treat well worth seeking out

The cruffin created by Widnall Bakery is a treat well worth seeking out

I tried a cruffin from a Bake the Professionals semi-finalist - it was heavenly

Dobbies revamped food hall.

Dobbies revamped food hall.

New 'cottage kitchen garden' foodhall opens in Shropshire with 2,000 different items

Yeliz and Ben Smith, who have opened Perfect Pasties in Willow Street, Oswestry

Yeliz and Ben Smith, who have opened Perfect Pasties in Willow Street, Oswestry

Cornish pasty café opens in Oswestry to strong demand

Sid and Beth Heath from Shropshire Festivals with Ian and Clare Mainwaring from the Oteley Estate.

Sid and Beth Heath from Shropshire Festivals with Ian and Clare Mainwaring from the Oteley Estate.

Popular Shropshire food and walking event returning to calendar

Plans have been submitted to turn the former Plough public house in Oswestry into a restaurant with flats above

Plans have been submitted to turn the former Plough public house in Oswestry into a restaurant with flats above

Shropshire Council

Former Oswestry pub The Plough could become new restaurant

Major UK supermarkets, including Tesco and Lidl, have issued

Major UK supermarkets, including Tesco and Lidl, have issued

Lidl, Tesco, TK Maxx and more issue 'do not eat' warnings as products recalled

The Criftins Coffee Club received the High Sheriff’s Award during a presentation at Criftins parish hall this week

The Criftins Coffee Club received the High Sheriff’s Award during a presentation at Criftins parish hall this week

Criftins coffee club honoured with surprise High Sheriff's Award

McDonald's will make changes to its loyalty scheme, MyMcDonald's Rewards, from March 17, 2026

McDonald's will make changes to its loyalty scheme, MyMcDonald's Rewards, from March 17, 2026

McDonald’s customers call out ‘greedy’ fast food chain amid changes

Major UK supermarkets, including Lidl, Waitrose and Tesco, have issued

Major UK supermarkets, including Lidl, Waitrose and Tesco, have issued

'Do not eat': Warnings to TK Maxx, Tesco and Lidl shoppers

A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood

Marks and Spencer has put out a wish list of 500 areas across the UK as part of its new ‘potential location list’ - is your town on the list?

Marks and Spencer has put out a wish list of 500 areas across the UK as part of its new ‘potential location list’ - is your town on the list?

M&S looking for sites for new larger food stores reveals all 500 areas

Joe Wicks with Caroline Lang

Joe Wicks with Caroline Lang

Joe Wicks has given us permission to have a two day bender over Christmas!!!

'Do not eat': Aldi, Asda, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue recalls

'Do not eat': Aldi, Asda, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue recalls

'Do not eat': Aldi, Asda, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue recalls

Booka Bookshop presents An Evening With Joe Wicks

Booka Bookshop presents An Evening With Joe Wicks

Fitness star Joe Wicks to talk Protein in 15 at Oswestry book event

Burger King pulls out of Oswestry drive-thru plans

Burger King pulls out of Oswestry drive-thru plans

Fast-food giant pulls out of plans for new Oswestry site