"terry laybourne is like writing about the church of england. it is easy to take a cheap shot on such an established institution, but on the back of their spirit they ask themselves whether it actually criticize sacrileg. herr laybourne has undoubtedly done more than anyone who has good food for himself in our region. he has brought new talent, promoted local ingredients and given us a taste of something really fine cooking. without him eating in newcastle would be a worse activity. but I didn't always love everything he does. sure, his caffé vivo received five stars and best italian from 2011; his broad chare pub received four stars and best gastropub gong; but his flagship...read more"
