Fashionista
Your fashion and style fix with a local twist
Q&A with Rockholly founder Deborah Mordain
Rockholly is a new women’s waterproof outerwear brand that fuses style with functionality. Best of all, the designs are inspired by the beautiful coastal surroundings here in the North East. Newcastle Sparkles chats to founder Deborah Mordain about her journey...
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Beauty Belle
The latest goings-on in the beauty world
Foodie
The burgeoning food scene in Newcastle and beyond
Review: Chaophraya Newcastle
Newcastle Sparkles heads to the rooftop of intu Eldon Square for a sumptuous Thai dining experience...
New menu at The Botanist Newcastle
Springtime delights at The Botanist, as the bar and restaurant unveils its vibrant new menu.
3 of our favourite North East brunch destinations
For brunch-time goodness, here's where to find the perfect plate of pancakes, avo-on-toast and the classic bacon butty here in the North East...
After Dark
Bars, events and nightlife under the spotlight
Q&A with Durham Distillery’s Jessica Tomlinson
It's an exciting time for whisky fans! Durham Distillery will be the first distillery in the North East to produce whisky, due for release in 2021. Newcastle Sparkles catches up with head distiller, Jessica Tomlinson to find out more about the distillery's lat...
Jalou Newcastle cocktail class
Newcastle Sparkles mixes it up with a Friday night visit to Jalou for a cocktail masterclass...
Rum tasting at Turtle Bay Newcastle
Newcastle Sparkles enjoys the great taste of Caribbean island life, with a visit to Newcastle restaurant and bar, Turtle Bay.
Social Butterfly
Out and about, with a dash of culture
Artisan’s 4th birthday in pictures…
Artisan restaurant in Newcastle's Ouseburn celebrated its 4th birthday on Thursday 19 April, welcoming more than 250 invited guests.
Along with a fizz and canape reception, guests enjoyed live music from piano and sax ensemble The Playhouse Duo and also expl...
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Interview: Dusty and the Shades of the 60s
Musical stage show Dusty and the Shades of the 60s celebrates the life and music of pop icon Dusty Springfield. Starring West End actress and singer Emily Clark alongside vocal trio the Shades, the musical also showcases popular hits from Dusty’s era. Ahead of...
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Editor's Column
News, musings and insights
Editor’s column: The baby boom
In the midst of a baby boom and still waiting for my maternal desires to kick in... Am I the only one who is happy leading an independent, care-free life?
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