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Scottish Sun
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Best Italian restaurants across the UK revealed – is your local on the list?
We reveal which out of the 10 spots came top of the list below MAMMA MIA! Best Italian restaurants across the UK revealed – is your local on the list? NOTHING beats a piping hot pizza or bowl of pasta from your local Italian - but some spots are better than others. Tripadvisor has revealed the top 10 Italian restaurants across some major UK cities, based on customer reviews. Advertisement From Edinburgh to London, Leicester to Bristol, here are the eateries that will leave you saying "Mama Mia". London 10 Pizza Union King's Cross restaurant is known for its low prices Credit: TripAdvisor Pizza Union in King's Cross scores an impressive 4.8 out of 5 stars on Tripadvisor - and that's based on more than 3,000 reviews. The restaurant, which is open seven days a week, is one in a chain of five that operate across the capital. Customers can pick up 12inch pizzas for staggeringly low prices. A pizza with tomato sauce, oregano and basil costs just £3.95. Advertisement Reviewers on Tripadvisor say the restaurant is "ridiculously good value" and service is quick. Glasgow 10 Italian Kitchen is a popular haunt for locals in Glasgow Credit: TripAdvisor Italian Kitchen in Glasgow is rated 55th best out of a list of 2,476 in the major Scottish city. It comes with a 4.6 out of 5 star rating on the Tripadvisor website. Advertisement The restaurant, found in the city centre, opens seven days a week and has vegan as well as gluten free options. Eaters describe the restaurant as having a "beautiful atmosphere" with staff offering a "fabulous" service. Customers can take their pick from a huge menu, offering all you would expect from a classic Italian restaurant - pizza, pastas, puddings and more. Birmingham 10 Del Villaggio is found near Birmingham city centre Credit: TripAdvisor Advertisement Del Villaggio, meaning "of the village", is based just outside the centre of Birmingham. It comes with an impressive 4.7 out of 5 star rating on Tripadvisor, and is rated the eighth best restaurant in the city on the website. Restaurant goers can find stone-baked pizzas, pasta and classic cocktails like B52s and even a "Brain Haemorrhage" there. Leeds 10 Dolce Vita Craft and Kitchen topped Tripadvisor's top 10 list Credit: TripAdvisor Advertisement Dolce Vita Craft and Kitchen topped Tripadvisor's top 10 list, with an almost perfect 4.9 out of 5 star rating. But, unlike most of the other restaurants on the list, this spot on the outskirts of the city is only open for breakfast and lunch. Customers can choose from a range of classic Italian options as well as burgers, pancakes and even loaded fries. Don't go on a Wednesday though - the only day the restaurant is closed. Advertisement Reviewers on Tripadvisor say the restaurant and kitchen offers a "5 star" breakfast with one saying it was their "best breakfast in a long time". Liverpool 10 Carlisi in Liverpool is ideal ahead of a big night out Credit: TripAdvisor Carlisi in Liverpool comes with a decent 4.8 out of 5 star customer rating on Tripadvisor. The restaurant has a "brunch to die for" according to eaters, alongside "fantastic wine, food and service". Advertisement Another has branded the restaurant a "hidden gem". The restaurant is located bang in Liverpool city centre so you won't have far to go afterwards if you fancy some post-dinner drinks. Bristol 10 Ciao Amici in Bristol is one of the city's best-rated restaurants Credit: TripAdvisor For those in the south-west of England, Ciao Amici is the spot you'll want to head. It's got a 4.7 out of 5 star rating on Tripadvisor. Advertisement Found in between Canon's Marsh and Broadmead in Bristol, customers can get brunch bites and dinner seven days a week. Reviewers have branded the restaurant "10 out of 10" with "super friendly" staff that's like "visiting a family home". The restaurant, which opened in 2008, imports a lot of its produce direct from Italy or sources it from nearby markets. Sheffield 10 Grazie in Sheffield has its own "Lab" where it makes fresh pasta Credit: TripAdvisor Advertisement Family-run restaurant Grazie comes with a 4.8 out of 5 star rating on Tripadvisor, dishing out food inspired by the Apulia region of Italy. Customers said the restaurant is a "great experience all round" and a "true Italian" spot. The owners pride themselves on cooking with fresh pasta as well, which is made in its "Pasta Lab". Manchester 10 The Spärrows restaurant is one for foodies looking for something a bit different Credit: TripAdvisor Advertisement Quirkily-named spot The Spärrows in Manchester comes with an impressive 4.8 out of 5 star rating on Tripadvisor. It's also the 47th best-rated restaurant in the city out of a list of 2,581 and features on the Michelin Guide 2025. Unlike most of the other restaurants on this top 10 list, The Spärrows offers diners a slightly different food experience, combining German and European flavours with classic Italian pasta dishes. Customers love the restaurant though, with one branding the pasta "perfect". Advertisement Edinburgh 10 Locanda De Gusti in Edinburgh has plenty of positive reviews on Tripadvisor Credit: TripAdvisor Locando De Gusti has been rated the fifth best restaurant in Edinburgh on Tripadvisor out of a whopping 2,066, and 4.8 stars out of 5. The restaurant fuses southern Italian food with local Scottish flavours including popular seafood pastas. One reviewer on the website said the food was "phenomenal" and service "first class". Advertisement Leicester 10 Merchant of Venice in Leicester is a cute and Venice-themed spot Credit: TripAdvisor The Merchant of Venice in Leicester has a 4.8 out of 5 star rating on the Tripadvisor website. The spot is famed for its coffee and quality but good-value food. Customers can eat at the restaurant at all times of the day, including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Advertisement Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
The Irish Sun
23-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Aer Lingus bosses cut €40 off return fares to top holiday sun spots including Santorini, Nantes, Split and many more
AER LINGUS bosses have cut €40 off return fares to top holiday sun spots including Santorini, Nantes and Split. To enjoy a bargain break with Aer Lingus during the peak seasons this 6 Aer Lingus are having a new dreamy summer sale Credit: Getty Images - Getty 6 Jet to France, Greece, Turkey and many more locations this year Credit: Getty Images - Getty 6 Holidaymakers will have to book by June 27 to avail of these reduced prices Credit: Getty Images - Getty Get the sun holiday of your dreams this year with the flash sale from Aer Lingus. Things are heating up with €40 off selected return flights to Europe this July and August. Choose from over 10 different stunning Get your summer sizzler deal today and look forward to Santorini sunsets, island-hopping in Croatia and Turkey's Turquoise Coast. READ MORE ON TRAVEL Visit the many sites Nantes has to offer as this city on the Loire River in the Upper Brittany region of western France is included in the sale. For just €32.60 you enjoy a walking tour to discover the city's highlights, or experience the unique "Green Line" art trail. Or view one of the must-see attractions including the Machines de l'île, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, and the Passage Pommeraye. For a more tropical trip, jet off to the second largest city in Most read in News Travel Don't pick between party or sightseeing as you can have both when you visit Split. Dance the night away in one of the many Aer Lingus offered me major perks to stay extra night in New York Or see famous DJs including the famous Galway artist Kettama at the techno festival of the year Terminus. For a more chilled holiday, soak up the sun on one of the many turquoise coasts in Turkey. Be a beach babe for just €79.60 on the golden shore of Ilica Plaji, known for its warm waters, wide sandy shore, and beautiful scenery. There is even something for Mama Mia fans as the sale has flights to Santorini for the same price. Get a stunning view of the blue waters in one of the iconic white villas overlooking the Aegean sea. Fly to one of these dreamy destinations from July 1 to August 31. 6 Hop from island to island whilst exploring Croatia Credit: Getty Images - Getty 6 Soak up the sun on the coasts in Izmir for just €79.60 Credit: Alamy 6 Have a Mama Mia summer this year as the sale includes flights to Greece
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Abba Voyage relaunches with huge changes including four 'forgotten' songs added
Abba Voyage has undergone a dazzling makeover with four new songs added to the setlist. After thrilling fans for three years, the purpose-built stadium closed its doors in May while preparations got underway to transform the show that celebrates the Swedish supergroup. Abba Voyage - which features lifelike avatars of the Eurovision winners - has been visited by millions fans since it opened To mark the three year anniversary on May 27, the show has undergone a dazzling revamp. As before, the show features an unbeatable run of hits from Waterloo to Mama Mia to keep devoted fans happy. Speaking about the new changes, the band said in a rare statement: "When we first opened, we never imagined that we'd still be in London 3 years on. We're very grateful that so many of you have joined us. Of course, the reason for us being able to sustain our concert for so long is because of our incredible audience. As we say in Sweden… Vilken resa!" Speaking at the event, Anni-Frid Lyngstad, who was joined by Benny Andersson told fans: "The only thing that I can say is that I love you very much, thank you for all your support over the years. It's hard to imagine it's 50 years now. I'm turning 80 this year! I love you, thank you," as the crowd erupted into cheer for the music legend. Fans can now enjoy, The Name of the Game, Super Trouper, Money Money Money and Take A Chance on Me. Abba were thrust into the spotlight after winning the Eurovision Song Contest back in 1974 and over 50 years later their music continues to delight fans all over the world. The state of the art custom-built venue has given fans the chance to see the band like never before with lifelike creations of Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. The show features younger 'Abba-tars' of the Swedish group performing songs from their back catalogue alongside a live 10-piece band. It has been going since 2022 in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. In a joint statement, Abba members Bjorn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, Agnetha Faltskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad said: 'When we first opened, we never imagined that we'd still be in London three years on. We're very grateful that so many of you have joined us. 'Of course, the reason for us being able to sustain our concert for so long is because of our incredible audience. As we say in Sweden … Vilken resa! (what a journey in English). 'So, to celebrate we'll be adding a little something to our concert from the 27th of May to thank you for your love and support. We hope you enjoy it!' The concerts have generated £1.4 billion in turnover – meaning total sales and spending by those who visited – in its first two years, according to the consultancy. The report also estimates nearly £775 million in gross value added to the UK economy, which is worked out by calculating the total generated from sales, minus production and other operational costs. The arena, which seats 3,000 people, was designed to be portable, meaning it can be taken down and relocated elsewhere once the show runs its course. After winning the Eurovision Song Contest with hit song Waterloo on April 6 1974, the band went on to have a string of chart-toppers including Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, The Winner Takes It All and Mamma Mia! The group split in 1982 after 10 years but reunited and released their first new music in almost 40 years with their ninth studio album Voyage in 2021, which topped the UK album charts. The musical Mamma Mia!, based on their song catalogue, premiered in London in 1999 and became a worldwide hit – leading to two movies, 2008's Mamma Mia! and 2018's Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. The launch party comes after the band were dealt a blow last week when it was revealed their talented sound engineer, Michael B. Tretow, had diedat the age of 80. After being chosen by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson to be their sound engineer in 1970, Michael worked on all of the 'Waterloo' hitmakers' albums except for 2021's 'Voyage'. In a touching tribute, Björn Ulvaeus said the way he shaped their sound 'cannot be overestimated.' Benny Andersson said: 'You meant more to us four in ABBA than anyone else. I hope and believe that you felt it throughout all the years that have passed since we worked (and continuously laughed) in the studio. Our music lives on, it seems, and you are the one who made it timeless. You were a fantastic inspirer and joy-maker, and the finest sound engineer the world has ever seen. I miss you. And I've saved all your coconuts!' Anni-Frid Lyngstad said: 'No one fit the bill as well as you. For us, you are forever part of the ABBA sound and you will never be forgotten.' Fourth band member, Agnetha Fältskog, recalled spending time with Michael just recently. She reflected: 'So glad I got to spend some time with you a few weeks ago… You were so sick, but your laughter and humour were still there. 'So many memories are preserved, your encouraging words during the recordings meant so much. We are sad now, a talented and unique person has left us. Sleep well Micke, you are in our hearts forever.'
Scotsman
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The Celebrity Traitors cast: the 19 stars confirmed
After months of rumours and speculation, the cast of The Celebrity Traitors has been confirmed. It comes as the BBC dropped a first look at the highly anticipated spin-off. Claudia Winkleman is back on hosting duties at the Traitors Castle and a motley crew of famous faces will be taking on the deadly game of deception and murder later this year. They will be competing to win £100,000 for a charity of their choice, the Beeb revealed. A regular civilian season of The Traitors is also set to arrive in early January 2026 - so it is going to be quite the 12 months for fans of the show. Claudia added: 'We're incredibly lucky these brilliant people have said yes. I'd love to say we'll take it easy on them and they'll just wander round the castle and eat toast for a couple of weeks but that would be a lie." But who are the stars heading to The Traitors Castle? See the full cast of Celebrity Traitors 2025 below. Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers. 1 . Alan Carr TV comedy icon Alan Carr is among the cast of Celebrity Traitors. | Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images Photo: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Cat Burns Singer Cat Burns is heading to The Traitors castle for Celebrity Traitors - and has been confirmed for the cast. |for Warner Bros. Pictures Photo:for Warner Bros. Pictures Photo Sales 3 . Celia Imrie Bridget Jones and Mama Mia star Celia Imrie is part of the cast of Celebrity Traitors. She is heading to the Traitors castle! |Photo:Photo Sales 4 . Charlotte Church Singer Charlotte Church is among the big names who will appear on Celebrity Traitors. She has been confirmed by the BBC. |Photo:Photo Sales
Scotsman
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The Celebrity Traitors cast: the 19 stars confirmed
After months of rumours and speculation, the cast of The Celebrity Traitors has been confirmed. It comes as the BBC dropped a first look at the highly anticipated spin-off. Claudia Winkleman is back on hosting duties at the Traitors Castle and a motley crew of famous faces will be taking on the deadly game of deception and murder later this year. They will be competing to win £100,000 for a charity of their choice, the Beeb revealed. A regular civilian season of The Traitors is also set to arrive in early January 2026 - so it is going to be quite the 12 months for fans of the show. Claudia added: 'We're incredibly lucky these brilliant people have said yes. I'd love to say we'll take it easy on them and they'll just wander round the castle and eat toast for a couple of weeks but that would be a lie." But who are the stars heading to The Traitors Castle? See the full cast of Celebrity Traitors 2025 below. Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers. 1 . Alan Carr TV comedy icon Alan Carr is among the cast of Celebrity Traitors. | Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images Photo: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Cat Burns Singer Cat Burns is heading to The Traitors castle for Celebrity Traitors - and has been confirmed for the cast. |for Warner Bros. Pictures Photo:for Warner Bros. Pictures Photo Sales 3 . Celia Imrie Bridget Jones and Mama Mia star Celia Imrie is part of the cast of Celebrity Traitors. She is heading to the Traitors castle! |Photo:Photo Sales 4 . Charlotte Church Singer Charlotte Church is among the big names who will appear on Celebrity Traitors. She has been confirmed by the BBC. |Photo:Photo Sales
