Takeaway treats

H o m e c o m f o r t s

If getting dressed up for a date around the dinner table at home is your preferred way to celebrate a special occasion this summer, we’ve got a luxe list of top North East restaurants still serving up the goods to-go…

THE BAY HORSE, HURWORTH For luxe lunch on the go… What’s on the menu: The guys at Five Houses Farm Shop & Kitchen in Crathorne are providing us with the goods when it comes to picking up deli delights. Whether it’s pies and pastries for a picnic hamper, or a freshly-prepared hot or cold sandwich from the counter, there’s something to luxe up any lunch date. Need to know: Visit this quaint country farm shop Monday - Saturday, 7am - 6pm for some lush local treats. facebook.com/fivehousesfarmshop

For fine country dining… What’s on the menu: Enjoy ‘Date Night At Home’ every Saturday with The Bay Horse, Hurworth. Foodies can enjoy restaurant-quality food from the comfort of the home kitchen with two three course meals and a bottle of wine. The menu changes weekly and includes dishes such as ham, spinach and cheese soufflé, pot roasted chicken, beetroot and mozzarella wellington, white chocolate mousse and rice pudding. Need to know: Orders must be placed via Facebook Messenger and new menus will be announced at 7pm the Saturday before. All food is prepared on site for foodies to heat up and enjoy at home. thebayhorsehurworth.com

THAI BAY, SUNDERLAND For tasty Thai dishes… What’s on the menu: Serving some of the finest Thai food to Sunderland and surrounding areas, Thai Bay offers everything from soups and sharing platters, to curries, noodles and house specials. Need to know: Head over to the Thai Bay Sunderland website, select your dishes, pay online and the team will bring your sizzling supper to your doorstep. Tuesday – Sunday, 5pm – 9.15pm.

FIVE HOUSES FARM SHOP, CRATHORNE

thaibaysunderland.com FOURTEEN DROPS, YARM For drinks and nibbles… What’s on the menu: Whether it’s cheese, charcuterie, takeaway nibbles or wine, Fourteen Drops has you covered. This chic wine bar has reopened its doors on Yarm High Street, but the team is still doing its bit to bring wines to your door, should you wish. Need to know: Delivery and collection available. Head over to the Fourteen Drops Facebook page for more information. facebook.com/fourteendrops BLACKS CORNER, EAST BOLDON For cheese and wine… What’s on the menu: Fridays are for cheese and wine at Blacks Corner. Celebrate that weekend feeling with ‘click & collect’ cheese and charcuterie bundles – the perfect end of the week treat. New cheeses will be added to the offering, sometimes with wines to match. Need to know: Head over to the Blacks Corner Online Shop where you’ll be able to select your weekly bundle for collection. blackscorner.co.uk

ZEN, DURHAM For Asian-fusion food… What’s on the menu: Zen To Go is a Durham favourite when it comes to enjoying authentic Asian food at home. From hearty family curries and sensational set menus, to noodles, classic Asian dishes and small plates, there’s something for all tastes and occasions. Need to know: Zen To Go’s Keep Calm and Carry Out menu is available Monday - Sunday, 11am - 9.30pm. Order in advance to avoid disappointment. zendurham.co.uk

SACHINS, NEWCASTLE For punchy Punjabi flavours… What’s on the menu: Add a bit of fire to your home menus with Sachins’ three-course ‘Heat and Eat’ experience. Enjoy everything from poppadoms and pickles to chicken tikka, lamb rogan josh, black eye beans and peshwari naan. All of your Punjabi favourites, enjoyed from the comfort of your kitchen table. A great way to get the gang around the table for an indulgent weekend supper. Need to know: Pre-order by emailing: info@sachins. co.uk. The ‘Heat and Eat’ menu is available for collection from Thursday – Saturday from 4pm. sachins.co.uk

Happy hour

The wine guys at Chadwicks Inn Maltby guide us through a summer of grape expectations with five wines to enjoy with your barbecue...

THE PATRICIA, JESMOND For something special… What’s on the menu: The Patricia At Home brings delicious weekly-changing menus for two people, or for one person to eat over two days. Expect to find some of the restaurant’s best-loved meat and veggie dishes, as well as extras including pasta sauces, anchovies and wine pairings. Need to know: The Patricia At Home menu changes weekly, so keep an eye out for your favourite dishes. Orders are available for collection only on Thursday and Saturday between 1pm and 3pm. Orders are to be placed in advance via the restaurant’s online portal. the-patricia.com/tpah 21, NEWCASTLE For contemporary, bistro bites… What’s on the menu: Bring a bit of 21 to your home with a creative, kerbside collection service featuring some of the best bits from 21 Hospitality Group’s restaurants. The weekly-changing, seasonal menus include homemade bread and olives and sharing starters, with a choice of signature main meals and desserts. Those with a sweet tooth should check out the Afternoon Tea at Home offering too. Need to know: Head over to the 21athome.co.uk website, check the calendar, choose a slot and make your order. Complete the experience with 21 at Home wine and beers. Prices vary. Dishes will come with detailed cooking instructions, so you can re-create your own 21 experience at home. 21athome.co.uk

STABLE HEARTH, DARLINGTON For a fired up feast… What’s on the menu: Fancy something fired up? There’s no better place for pizza-lovers to get a slice of the good stuff. Stable Hearth is doing its bit to lift spirits with doughy delights you won’t want to miss. Start with an Italian antipasti platter before tucking into tasty toppings, pasta dishes, salads and seasonal sides. Need to know: Open Thursday to Sunday. Keep your eyes peeled on the Facebook page for weekly specials. Order from 10.30am on Thursdays at: 01325 730400. facebook.com/stablehearth

Magpie Estate ‘Wishbone’ Shiraz, Barossa Valley, SE Australia (Shiraz 75%, Grenache 15%, Petite Sirah 7%) 14% ABV An Aussie Shiraz is always a great BBQ wine and this one is perfect. Hints of plum and black cherry with warm toasted spices.

Cline ‘Old Vine’ Zinfandel, California, USA (Zinfandel 100%) 14% ABV This weighty Zinfandel offers up big, bold flavours of summer fruits, five spice and clove, yet subtle tannins.

Chateau Pineraie ‘Tradition’, Cahors, France (Malbec 85%, Merlot 15%) 13% ABV From the spiritual home of Malbec, this wine is nicely balanced between fruit acidity and tannins and offers all you would expect from a Malbec to go with your BBQ steak.

Domaine Des Escaravailles ‘La Ponce’, Rasteau, France (Grenache 80%, Syrah 20%) 14.5% ABV A personal favourite of ours and a real go-to BBQ wine. Dark blackberry fruits, warm peppery notes with hard herbs such as rosemary - with slight hints of wet leather.

Marchesi di Gresy ‘Monferrato’, Piemonte, Italy (Merlot 100%) 13% ABV This beautifully rich Italian red offers a cascade of flavours, from forest fruits and toasty oak to vanilla and aged balsamic. This wine has everything for all your red meat needs.