Foodie News: 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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Tour group sampling Cheshire cheeses in Chester for Cheshire Day

Celebrating Cheshire Day with a Special Chester Food Tour

When Visit Cheshire asked its partners to help celebrate Cheshire Day, we were only too happy to get involved. Cheshire Day...
WMTA winner 2026 - Taste of Shrewsbury

We’re Celebrating Our West Midlands Tourism Award Win

We’re still pinching ourselves after winning Best New Tourism Business at the recent West Midlands Tourism Awards. While...
Guests enjoying drinks together during a Walking Food Tours UK experience

How We Curate Our Food & Drink Tour Itineraries(And Help Guests Become Tourists in Their Own City)

One of the questions I’m often asked when hosting a tour is: “How do you choose the venues for your food tours?” It’s a great...
Walking Food Tours UK celebrating Experience of the Year wins in Chester and Liverpool

Award-Winning Food Tours: Walking Food Tours UK Wins Experience of the Year in Chester and Liverpool

At Walking Food Tours UK, everything has always come back to one simple idea: creating amazing experiences for our guests. When...
Gareth outside the Smallest House in Great Britain in Conwy, Wales

Why the Leek (and a Bowl of Cawl) Means Wales to Me

It’s St David’s Day on 1st March, and as a proud Welshman, I’ve been doing what I do best – having a little dig into...
Bowl of Scouse at Ma Boyle’s in Liverpool

Global Scouse Day - 28th February: A Love Letter to Liverpool’s Most Famous Bowl

If you’ve ever spent time in Liverpool, you’ll know food here is about far more than just eating. It’s about stories, community,...
Chester Restaurant Week

Chester Restaurant Week Returns: 16–22 February 2026

Food lovers – mark your calendars. Chester Restaurant Week is back from Sunday 16th to Saturday 22nd February, bringing...
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 2026

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

Walking Food Tours UK Founder Gareth Boyd Awarded Gold Ambassador Status

Gareth Achieves Gold Award in the Wrexham Ambassador Scheme We’re incredibly proud to share some fantastic news – Founder...
Wine tasting in a Liverpool wine bar with guests at the counter

Our Favourite Wine Bars in Liverpool

How would you spend a perfect wine-lover’s weekend in Liverpool – in the city centre and a little further afield? Fear...
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