Lucia Wine Bar and Grill Review

by Ellie Pawass - May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

In need of a fresh place to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine? Tucked away in the heart of York's city centre, Lucia Restaurant and Grill is a stylish Italian restaurant. Opening its doors in 2009 by businessman Oscar Akgul, who owns multiple restaurants across the country, including popular steak restaurant Cut and Craft. After

Going for a night out in York? You’re in for a big surprise

by Morgan Ross - May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

The City of York's skyline at night as seen from the City Walls

York has a reputation as being a beautiful, historic city filled with culture, markets and other things that the little old ladies that arrive by the bus-full like, but clubbing in York is never usually brought up in the conversation. Under the shadows of the Minster, I went to eight clubs

Popular York steakhouse reopens after £800k renovation

by Ellie Pawass - May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

After 3 weeks of anticipation, the Cut and Craft, situated in the heart of the city of York has reopened, revealing a stunning transformation. The first of three restaurants, the Cut and Craft has remained one of the most beloved steakhouses in York since its opening in 2019. In a hope to

Craft chocolate bar to open in York this summer

by Evie Whatmore - May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

Jumbo marshmallows and craft chocolate in a mug will be on offer on the streets of York this summer. The Chocolate Bar by Bullion, an already successful chain based in Sheffield, is opening a branch in the home of chocolate. Aimed at the fast moving foot-traffic of the city, the York branch

A beginner’s guide to York nightlife: The best spots for students to shake off exam woes

by Evie Smith - May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

As exam season draws to a close and students are keen to escape weeks of revision and deadlines, York's nightlife scene remains a central part of student life. As night falls over the city's cobbled streets, students begin to make their way between crowded pubs, clubs and late night food spots,

WizardFest Returns to York for a Weekend of Magical Family Fun

by Lucia Forletta-Tonner - May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

York is preparing to transform into a world of wizardry and imagination as WizardFest York returns this May half-term for its second year. Running from May 23–25, the festival will once again turn York city centre into a "living fantasy world", with activities spread across key locations including Shambles Market, Parliament