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Opening date for new town centre Starbucks revealed

Opening date for new town centre Starbucks revealed

Global coffee chain Starbucks has put a poster up announcing the opening date for its new town centre spot.

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The road in Kent named one of the best for independent shops in the UK

The road in Kent named one of the best for independent shops in the UK

A shopping street in Kent has been described as “the best it’s ever looked” as it’s named one of the best for independent shops in the UK.

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A sublime seaside pub where you park on the pebbles

A sublime seaside pub where you park on the pebbles

The pub was having a paintjob, but nothing could knock the gloss off Secret’s Drinker’s lunch at a shabby chic seaside haven

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Wine bar only serving Kentish alcohol opens

Wine bar only serving Kentish alcohol opens

A bar to open following a three-year battle to get it off the ground, which included fears over “screeching” chairs.

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Chain returns to Designer Outlet after 10 years away

Chain returns to Designer Outlet after 10 years away

A jewellery brand is opening in time for Christmas at a popular shopping centre, having left 10 years ago.

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Avocado and eggs on toast cost £11 – but this is my new favourite cafe

Avocado and eggs on toast cost £11 – but this is my new favourite cafe

Our reporter is blown away by the aesthetic of this cafe – but did the food measure up to the decoration?

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How to spot fake chocolate after Prime bar warning?

How to spot fake chocolate after Prime bar warning?

Christmas shoppers are being warned to avoid ‘fake branded’ Prime and Wonka chocolate bars but how can you spot counterfeit items?

Diners rank two Kent restaurants among UK’s best

Diners rank two Kent restaurants among UK’s best

Two Kent eateries have made it into a list of the top 100 restaurants in the country, based on reviews.

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Win £100 to spend at your favourite pub or restaurant

Win £100 to spend at your favourite pub or restaurant

Nominate your foodie favourites in the first Kent & Medway Food & Drink Awards and be entered into our prize draw to win £100.

Christmas events to get you in the festive spirit

Christmas events to get you in the festive spirit

We’ve rounded up a number of festive events taking place during December for children, families and adults to enjoy.

‘I love it when a plan comes together’

‘I love it when a plan comes together’

Secret Drinker joins the A-Team at a pub that’s ditched being posh and pricey.

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Free Christmas bus trips to support local traders

Free Christmas bus trips to support local traders

A drive has been launched to support local independent businesses this Christmas – and the council is offering free bus travel.

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Could Pepe’s be coming to town?

Could Pepe’s be coming to town?

Plans have been submitted to convert a closed high street bank to a 46-seater Pepe’s Piri Piri restaurant and takeaway.

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Historic town centre pub reopens after £1.2 million refit

Historic town centre pub reopens after £1.2 million refit

A town centre pub has reopened after a huge refurbishment – with a new name and majestic new look.

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Popular high street brand launches third Kent branch

Popular high street brand launches third Kent branch

A popular high street nursery brand has launched its third store in Kent at a popular shopping centre.

Opening date for new cafe bar by Cosy Club owners

Opening date for new cafe bar by Cosy Club owners

The owners of Cosy Club have revealed the opening date for a cafe-bar taking over inside a former Debenhams store.

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‘Giant and legend in the restaurant world’ dies

‘Giant and legend in the restaurant world’ dies

A famous restaurateur and Saturday Kitchen star, known for his love of Italian food, has died after a short illness.

‘I’d like to be able to say this isn’t the most depressing pub ever’

‘I’d like to be able to say this isn’t the most depressing pub ever’

It’s not a Saturday night to savour as Secret Drinker joins the line-up in ‘God’s waiting room’

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McDonald’s closed until next month for maintenance work

McDonald’s closed until next month for maintenance work

Hungry customers have been left disappointed after a fast-food restaurant has been closed until December as it undergoes maintenance.

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Bowling alley opening delayed as Cosy Club owners eye-up site

Bowling alley opening delayed as Cosy Club owners eye-up site

A major family attraction has pushed back the opening date for its latest town centre venture.

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