Congratulations to some of our favourite producers, who have taken a clutch of accolades in the prestigious Great Taste Awards.
Sweethart Coffee and Cake in Consett took a star each for its amazing Blackhill stotties and its fabulous baked egg custard.
One of our favourite street food providers, The Sweet Beet in Newcastle, took a star for its Maple Bacon Jam.
Artisan baking company Burtree Puddings, near Darlington, took two stars each for its Ginger Pudding with Ginger Sauce and Ginger Pieces and its Sticky Lemon Pudding and Tangy Lemon Sauce, and one star for its Treacle Parkin Pudding and Treacle Toffee Sauce, taking Burtree’s Great Taste Awards tally to 34. Bravo, all of them!