Inside the Newcastle restaurant that keeps things close to home

Synopsis

The FT's Daniel Garrahan and food writer Tim Hayward visit Newcastle, England, to meet Anna Hedworth, the chef-proprietor of Cook House. Opened in late 2018, Cook House was named Tim's restaurant of the year in 2019. Since then, Hedworth has faced challenges such as the pandemic and rising inflation. Despite these obstacles, she remains dedicated to her community and has implemented innovative strategies to sustain her restaurant during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. This visit highlights her commitment to local sourcing and the resilience of the food industry in Newcastle.