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Food Guides: North West & North Wales

Discover the best food, drink and hidden gems across the North West & North Wales

From Chester’s historic streets to the vibrant flavours of Liverpool, Manchester, Shrewsbury and North Wales — our food & drink guides bring you the best local eats, hidden gems and insider tips. Explore with us and discover where every bite tells a story.

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Taste the Journey Through Our Food Guides

Welcome to the Walking Food Tours UK guides — where food, culture and a little adventure come together. These articles are inspired by our award-winning tours across Chester, Liverpool, Manchester, Shrewsbury and Wrexham.

Each guide is written with the same passion we bring to our tours — celebrating independent cafés, restaurants, markets and producers. Our aim is to give you authentic recommendations, support local businesses, and help you experience each city like a local.

Whether you’re a foodie, a traveller or a seeker of hidden gems, you’ll find local dining ideas, neighbourhood picks, drinks spots, tour highlights and the occasional recipe. Dive in and let your taste buds lead the way.

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Group enjoying the Taste of Manchester food tour

The Taste of Manchester Experience – A Social Get-Together Done Properly

Last Friday, we had the pleasure of welcoming some of the Leadership Team from BDO onto our Taste of Manchester Experience...
Guests enjoying the Wrexham Business & Community Awards 2025 at The Croes Howell in Wrexham

Celebrating Wrexham’s Best: A Night at the Wrexham Business & Community Awards 2025

A Night Celebrating Wrexham’s Businesses Last Friday, The Croes Howell in Wrexham played host to the Wrexham Business &...
Elegant fine dining dish on a white plate, illustrating Michelin-style restaurant cooking for Walking Food Tours UK blog

Michelin Guide vs Michelin Star — What’s the Difference? (and Who Actually Has a Star Near You)

Every week on our Walking Food Tours we hear the same confident claim from guests:“Such-and-such place in Liverpool/Chester...
The best of Athens food

A Tour Around Athens – Sampling Some Greek Goodness

It’s easy to see why people fall in love with Athens: good food, good drinks, and some amazing architecture. We’ll be honest,...
People enjoying a Welsh wine tour at Gwinllan Conwy Vineyard

A Growing Wine Story: The Rise of Welsh Wine

The UK wine industry is booming. According to WineGB, there are now more than 1,000 vineyards across the country. Production...
Wine being poured into a glass during a Liverpool wine tour

Liverpool’s Wine Scene: Scratching the Surface of the City’s Best Spots

If you had to guess where the UK’s best wine experiences could be found, your mind might jump straight to London’s five-star...
Beautifully presented plant-based dish served on the Taste of Chester Food Tour at an independent restaurant.

Celebrating Special Moments & Discovering Hidden Foodie Gems in Chester

At Walking Food Tours UK, we don’t just run tours — we create memorable food experiences in Chester. Whether it’s a birthday,...
Four guests enjoying local food on the Croeso to Wrexham food tour

Croeso to Wrexham: Food, Football & Fabulous Hospitality

On Friday, Gareth welcomed four guests to the Croeso to Wrexham Food Experience — our signature Wrexham food tour — and what...
How food triggers memory

How Food Triggers Memory: The Green Custard Moment

Last weekend, I was at an event when someone asked: ‘Does anyone remember being served green custard’? I laughed...
Independent food and drink venues featured on Walking Food Tours UK

Why Partnering with Independent Food & Drink Venues Is at the Heart of What We Do

At Walking Food Tours UK, our passion goes far beyond what’s on the plate (or in the glass). From day one, our mission has...
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