Just the mention of food makes mouths drool in The Lincolnite office.
We made it our mission to embrace the food in Lincoln, whilst even taking on a few challenges.
We take a look back at some of our food adventures in 2018:
Ice cream Extravaganza at Kaspa’s Desserts
15 scoops of Italian ice-cream served on a bed of home-made Kaspa’s waffles topped with syrup, sprinkles, nuts and wafers. A tasty treat for a family of four, but a serious challenge for a single eater.
The massive burger features a brioche bun, four beef patties, two slices of cheese, fried onions, four slices of bacon, BBQ pulled pork and iceberg lettuce. Served on the side with onion rings, coleslaw, seasoned fries and a pot of BBQ sauce.
If you want to take on the challenge yourself, it is available on Mondays at The Lion & Snake for £10.49 as part of their two-for-one burger deal.
According to the manager, the challenge has never before been completed. Could you be the first to defeat the meat?
Pancake challenge
We’re not ones to let a food challenge crêpe up on us. Finally in our fifth food challenge, we’ve managed to get onto the scoreboard with a win for The Lincolnite.
There are three challenges to try at £12 individually if you manage to complete them, or free if you can take on all three within 30 minutes.
There are the double sweet pancakes with dark and white matter, or the double savoury pancakes where you can combine a special pancake with a classic filling, or there are the quadruple sweet waffles with chocolate and fruit. We managed to complete the savoury challenge.
Morrisons’ Builders Breakfast Butty
When Morrisons told us they have a new giant Builder’s Breakfast bap, we thought that it wouldn’t be that big — but boy were we wrong!
Morrisons’ new Three Course Christmas Dinner Pasty. Photo: Emily Norton for The Lincolnite
Three typically British dishes loved by many have been combined together as Morrisons launched its Three Course Christmas Dinner Pasty. The Lincolnite took it for a taste test.
Starter: Ardennes pâté, sweet apple chutney and Melba toast with mushrooms. Photo: Emily Norton for The Lincolnite
The Dandy Lion has partnered with Pieminister to create an additional pie-ce and tasty menu. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
‘Heidi’ pie! Our resident vegetarian Connor Creaghan enjoyed his goats cheese, sweet potato, spinach and red onion pie. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Moo & Blue pie – our local democracy reporter Daniel enjoyed his British beef steak and Long Clawson Stilton pie. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
This one’s not a meat or a vegan burger — it’s a treat for those with a sweet tooth! Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Possibly our favourite on the new menu: the buttermilk ribs — so meaty yet tender and juicy. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The new burger trio: Cheesy double decker, sweet and smoky maple bacon and the curry chicken burger. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The starter nibbles we tried included halloumi fires, avocado fries, chicken waffle goujons and BBQ pulled pork and cheese topped tatties. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The vegan mac and cheese is creamy and filling while the falafel salad is a light but satisfying choice. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Mailbox in Lincoln has a new menu with plenty of vegan dishes as well as a new range of food for meat lovers and sweets enthusiasts.
Husband and wife team James and Lisa Smith are taking their roasts on the road from their home in Cambridge to Lincoln every Thursday from 11am until 6pm.
Yo Yo’s new and improved menu
Get your chopsticks at the ready to try the new and improved menu at Yo Yo In Beijing restaurant. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
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The 2024 Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are now open for nominations, seeking to spotlight outstanding businesses within the Greater Lincolnshire area.
Hosted by Stonebow Media, the publisher behind The Lincolnite and the MyLocal platform, this prestigious event is designed to honour the achievements of the regional business community.
Thanks to the headline sponsorship from the University of Lincoln Enterprise & Research department, the Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are a unique opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of local enterprises.
The awards are also sponsored by Ringrose Law, Duncan & Toplis, Sills & Betteridge and Pearson Hydraulics. A small number of sponsorship opportunities remain available. Contact [email protected] to discuss partnerships.
Businesses can nominate themselves across eleven awards categories:
The deadline for nominations is May 24, with the judges’ deliberation lunch set for May 29.The judging panel includes business experts and professionals from Lincolnshire and event sponsors.
The Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards 2024 gala will take place at the Engine Shed on July 12, 2024.
Enhance profile & credibility: Securing an award or being shortlisted acts as a powerful endorsement, signaling trustworthiness to potential customers and helping to distinguish your business from competitors. Displaying the award on your communications can significantly boost your brand’s perception.
Insightful focus & feedback: The application process encourages deep reflection on your business strategy and direction, offering invaluable feedback and clarity, even for new ventures.
Team confidence boost: Recognition from the awards can significantly uplift your team’s morale, affirming the value and potential of your business in the eyes of industry experts.
Marketing & PR boost: Being associated with the awards, even as a nominee, can enhance brand visibility, providing ample content opportunities for social media and other marketing channels.
Networking opportunities: The awards connect you with local business leaders and experts, offering a platform to seek advice, share ideas, and foster future partnerships. The ceremony itself is an excellent occasion for networking with peers and celebrating mutual successes.
Potential to win: Entering offers a chance to win and gain all the associated benefits, but even without taking home a trophy, the process can yield significant advantages for your business.
A Lady Gaga loving kitten owned by a couple who run a charity for disabled pets featured on Channel 5’s The Pet Psychic.
Pet Psychic Beth Lee-Crowther comes to the aid of pet owners and in Tuesday night’s episode she met Cookie the kitten, a depressed camel, and looked at whether a dog can predict the future.