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Jesmond food and drink businesses try to control prices by buying local

Acorn Road cafés say they are having to increase the prices of their food and drinks in response to increased costs.

Residents fear congestion if Dun Cow replaced with a dozen houses

Residents of Brandling Village in Jesmond have voiced concerns over proposed plans to demolish the Dun Cow pub and restaurant and replace it with 12 houses.

Cost of living: Jesmond deli raises sandwich prices to survive

Clayton Road deli Country Whey says it has taken the difficult decision to raise its prices because of rising costs, even though the changes might put off some customers.

Lovage bounces back from residents’ objections

Jesmond Mediterranean restaurant Lovage says it has overcome some initial opposition after taking over the former Sale Pepe site. Several Jesmond residents had objected to the opening of the eaterie on St George’s Terrace because they thought a Newcastle City Council notice of its opening hours and alcohol licensing meant it was going to be a club or bar.

Food outlets divided on whether Acorn Road is still good for business

Jesmond’s food outlet owners are split on whether the high rents they pay on busy Acorn Road mean the street is good value for money.

North Jesmond Garage increases prices due to rising living cost

Jesmond garages offer money-saving tips as they’re forced to increase prices

Tackling the cost of living requires tackling one of your biggest expenses. Joel Bland reports from Jesmond’s garages

Omicron divides local pubs and restaurants over Christmas plans

The new Omicron variant of Covid-19 is causing Jesmond hospitality businesses to re-consider their festive plans, with some choosing to scrap special deals which might attract crowds. The Punch Bowl pub on Jesmond Road, for example, has decided not to offer any Christmas deals this