Tommy Banks has quite the reputation in these parts, with a reputation that shows no sign of losing momentum any time soon. Way back in 2016 he made a starring appearance on Great British Menu, leading me to book into The Black Swan at Oldstead in the middle of an episode before the waiting list…
One of the joys of the restaurant scene in York is the variety of styles of dining available. From casual to formal and presented via all sorts of formats such as small plates, sharing plates and tasting menus, there’s a huge breadth of experiences available to sample that are now starting to be translated for…
Brian Turner and his celebrity chef and food writer friends will be showcasing four days of tasty summer meals and treats at the Le Creuset Kitchen Theatre this August at Countryfile Live. For its inaugural outing at Castle Howard, local chefs including Michelin-starred Tommy Banks and Andrew Pern will take to the stage to showcase…
It’s something of an understatement to say that the last few years have seen an upwards trajectory for The Black Swan at Oldstead and the Banks family. Since taking over the kitchen at Oldstead, Tommy Banks has retained its Michelin star, won Great British Menu twice and seen TripAdvisor name the restaurant the Best Fine Dining…
It’s nearly time for the 2017 York Food Festival
Dinner with a Great British Menu winner
A local chef will be fighting for the region on TV in just a few weeks!