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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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Four coffee cups with family portraits, promoting the Family Foodie Experience

The Family Foodie Experience – A Great Day Out for All Ages

It’s hard enough these days to get the whole family seated around the table for a meal. That’s why at Walking Food Tours...
Gareth in Japan Outside a Restaurant Food Display

Big in Japan – Gyoza, Ramen, Sushi and Lots More...

I’m back in Japan! My first trip was back in 2019, but this time I’ve been exploring Tokyo for the very first time — and...
Storyhouse Chester illuminated at night, a cultural landmark close to Chester’s thriving food and drink scene

Chester’s Cultural Boom: Storyhouse & Food Tours

From Stage to Supper: How Chester’s Cultural Boom is Feeding Its Food Scene Chester has always been a city with stories to...
Smiling guest enjoying food and drink on A Taste of Chester food tour, with the Eastgate Clock in the background and a Tripadvisor 5 Years Running award badge

Chester’s Unique & Award-Winning Food Tour - A Taste of Chester

Why A Taste of Chester Remains the City’s Original & Award-Winning Food Tour When you’re looking for the best food and...
Gareth enjoying the Gruyère cheese workshop at Nantwich Food Festival 2025 in Cheshire.

A Foodie Weekend at Nantwich Food Festival – Oysters, Cheese & Culinary Inspiration

A Celebration of Cheshire Food & Drink Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of attending the Nantwich Food Festival –...
Gareth with The Very Group during a Charity Food Tour in Chester, standing by the Eastgate Clock

Walking Food Tours UK & The Very Group Raise £700 for Charity in Chester

At Walking Food Tours UK, we love nothing more than combining our passion for food and drink with supporting fantastic causes....
Award-winning Pars Kahve Turkish breakfast and coffee selection – Chester Restaurant of the Year 2025

Chester Restaurant of the Year 2025: Pars Kahve’s Story, Coffee & Kahvalti

Chester’s food scene is bursting with talent — and one standout is Pars Kahve, recently crowned Chester Restaurant of the...
Liverpool food tour – dine at iconic TV & film locations

Liverpool: The Star of the Screen (and the Plate!)

Did you know Liverpool is now one of Europe’s hottest filming destinations? In fact, it’s officially the third most filmed...
Visitors walking through Chester city centre on a foodie weekend

A Foodie Weekend In Chester – Where To Eat, Drink & Explore

Chester’s independent food and drink scene has exploded over the past five years, and honestly? It’s become a proper foodie...
Eastgate Clock in Chester city centre, one of the top tourist attractions in the U

Chester Tourist Information: A Local’s Guide To Visiting the City In 2025

Planning a trip to Chester? Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering it as a local, this guide pulls together...
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