Local Heroes: No. 1 'Breadpoint'

This will be the first in a series of 'Local Heroes' around the North East - my hidden gems. These will be places down side streets, round forgotten corners - no big brand names here.

What better place to start than with some top notch food courtesy of the Breadpoint. Just outside of China Town in Newcastle, Breadpoint is an oriental bakery specialising in cakes, bakes, breads and pastries. Really REALLY good pastries!

Oh and did I mention it's cheap too? I got this whole box of tasty delights for less than £2! Happy Days. Loving the oriental twist on traditional baked goods - bean paste, char siu, cashews - delicious. Might have to go now. Making myself hungry here...

Mushrooms and Felt...

Just a quick one today to say that a bunch of us are heading over to the Mushroom Works in Newcastle for the launch of their latest exhibition - Applique.

It promises to be a sumptuous evening of felt, embroidery and beautiful things - all by the very talented Jane Smallcombe. Jane's stuff is right up my street, so delicate and intricate but with such bold, vibrant colours. Love it. Perhaps I'll pick myself up a piece or five...