The best spots for tapas in Essex, from beachside boquerones in Southend-on-Sea to cosy evenings over calamari and croquetas in Brentwood

Running a COVID-secure restaurant is quite the challenge, but these three Essex eateries reopened in July ready for the challenge

What’s the quickest, easiest way to find out which restaurants are taking part in the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme? A map!

Prior to lockdown Stephanie Mackentyre visited Aurum Restaurant at the new Seven Hotel in Southend

A hearty portion of pie and mash has been an Essex dining staple enjoyed for generations. We pick 15 places to go for a tasty portion of this local favourite

Stephanie Mackentyre visits The White Hart in Moreton to continue her series profiling some of the best places to eat in Essex

Stephanie Mackentyre visits this 2AA rosette brasserie as part of her series reviewing Essex’s top eateries