Discover the Fab Foodies Exhibiting at Living North's Christmas Fair in Newcastle
Living North's Christmas Fair returns to Newcastle Racecourse from Thursday 22nd-Sunday 25th October
Mighty Spice
A warming curry is the perfect remedy on a cold night, but making it from scratch can be complicated. We love the simple pastes from Mighty Spice, and their wide range means there’s plenty of choice for all curry lovers.
Karahi Curry Paste, £3 Mighty Spice
Weymouth 51
It’s important to keep the pantry full at Christmas, and this infused oil is perfect for dipping, drizzling and dunking when guests are over.
Rosemary, Chilli and Lemon Oil, £7 Weymouth 51
The Olive Store
Picked, pressed and processed in 24 hours, this finest olive oil from the heart of Spain is made for dipping and drizzling.
Cleo Cambo Extra Virgin Olive Oil, £20 The Olive Store
Hygge Hot Chocolate
Steal a moment of cosy calm amidst the chaos of the festive season with a luxuriously rich mug of hot chocolate, made for slowing down.
Milk Hot Chocolate, £4 Hygge Hot Chocolate
Black Bee Rum
Made locally, Black Bee Rum came about when the founder unexpectedly inherited hives of rare Northumberland black bees, which account for this distinctive and moreish flavour.
Black Bee Rum OG, £46 Black Bee Rum
Jinger Drinks
A great gift option for your health conscious friends who need a little immune system boost in the winter, these shots are delicious and packed with goodness.
Ginger Mixed Gift Box, £18 Jinger Drinks
Burtree Puddings
Crafted with care in small batches, Burtree Puddings are renowned for their delicious desserts and Christmas puddings, but they also make heavenly sauces, the ultimate companion to any dessert.
Sticky Toffee Sauce, £4.99 Burtree Puddings
Atrangi
Fresh and fruity but with the perfect amount of heat, this is a great alternative to more traditional chutneys.
Mango Masala Chutney, £6.95 Atrangi
Ridiculously Rich by Alana
If you can’t indulge in something sweet at Christmas, when can you? The brownie variety boxes from Ridiculously Rich make great gifts and can even be posted to directly to a grateful recipient.
The Mega Mix, £35.50 Ridiculously Rich by Alana
Northern Shakers
Having pre-made cocktails on hand when hosting helps take the stress out of the festive season. Northern Shakers offers a great range of expertly made cocktails, but the espresso martini is our favourite.
Espresso Martini, £28 Northern Shakers
Yorkshire Sea Salt Co
Treat the foodie in your life to elevated pantry staples this Christmas. This sea salt is harvested from the North Yorkshire coast and gently cold-smoked to provide a sweet umami flavour.
Oak Smoked Yorkshire Sea Salt, £5.95 Yorkshire Sea Salt Co
Snowdonia Cheese Co.
Cheeseboards at Christmas are a non-negotiable. We love Ruby Mist for its silky smooth texture and notes of port and brandy.
Ruby Mist, £5.50 Snowdonia Cheese Co.
Kaffee Haus
Bold, rich and locally roasted in Durham. Every cup is a reflection on their commitment to quality, sustainability and community.
Angel of the North Heritage Coffee (250g), £10.20 Kaffee Haus
Blueberry Hill Preserves
Having a jar of chutney to hand is always useful, whether you’re breaking out the picky bits for guests, or treating yourself to cheese and crackers.
Real Ale Chutney, £4.80 Blueberry Hill Preserves
Fairfax Distillery and Chocolatiers
Created in small batches, this particular rum uses walnut sourced from the local village. Enjoy it neat and savour its delicious chocolatey notes.
Fairfax Barrel Aged Chocolate and Walnut Rum, £38 Fairfax Distillery and Chocolatiers
Magpie Chilli Crisp
This small-batch, flavour‑led chilli crisp is made to add depth, crunch and warmth to everyday food. It pairs perfectly with eggs, pasta, avocado toast, noodles and salads, or add it to oil for a dipping sauce, or mix with honey for a sweet and spicy experience.
Chilli Crisp, £7 Magpie Chilli Crisp
