February brings fresh food news to Cambridge, from a Mother’s Day treat at The Pheasant to Michelin success for Midsummer House and more local foodie updates
Mother’s Day at The Pheasant
Known for its countryside hospitality – and as the highest pub in Cambridgeshire geographically speaking – The Pheasant in Great Chishill is offering a perfect package for Mother’s Day this year.
A relaxed ambience is coupled with an award-winning Sunday roast, lovingly prepared using top-quality ingredients and all the traditional trimmings you’d expect for a classic British Sunday dinner.
And, to make your day together as special as possible, there are two sittings available from midday, giving you flexibility to arrange either a leisurely lunch or a late-afternoon feast that smoothly slots in with your Mother’s Day celebrations.
Booking is essential, so be sure to reserve your table in good time!
Call 01763 838535 or visit pheasantgc.com
New foodie scheme to tackle loneliness
Late last year, businessman and divorcé Paul Jaggard launched a new scheme called Join the Table to combat what he sees as a growing loneliness crisis.
Inspired by his own personal experiences, the grassroots campaign invites restaurants, hotels and cafes to introduce welcoming Join the Table options – shared dining set-ups that make it easier and more comfortable for single people, solo travellers and anyone feeling isolated to enjoy a meal and connect with others.
“Many people want to dine out alone but feel awkward or unwelcome,” said Paul. “Join the Table aims to change that by turning everyday meals into opportunities for human connection.”
To pre-register your interest and, soon, to browse and book a seat at a shared table for one of the scheme’s first events, visit jointhetable.co.uk
Matcha moments
Coffee and matcha chain Blank Street has opened its doors in Cambridge, serving much-loved signature drinks such as the white chocolate matcha, blueberry matcha and shaken vanilla bean cold brew latte, alongside core coffee classics.
Aiming to create a vibrant hub for students, locals and visitors alike, Blank Street positions itself as a go-to destination for early morning coffees and afternoon catch-ups, focusing on unique flavours, beautiful presentation and design-forward spaces.
Check out the new offering at 54 Sidney Street or visit blankstreet.com
Kibou launches tasting events
Kibou Cambridge has announced a new calendar of Japanese whisky and sake tasting events that will run throughout this year – and begins in March!
The Jesus Lane restaurant will host curated tasting evenings in partnership with the House of Suntory, Nikka Whisky and Akashi-Tai Sake, organising expert-led tastings with carefully matched dishes in a relaxed, social setting.
Events will feature guided tastings led by brand ambassadors, paired with Kibou’s signature sharing menu or premium tasting menu for groups of 25 to 30 guests.
The event calendar starts off with the House of Suntory Whisky Dinner on 5 March, followed by Spring Sake Celebration with Akashi-Tai on 16 April, Nikka Whisky Experience on 23 September and a special October Sake Month event on 21 October.
For full listings and to book an event, visit kibou.co.uk/japanese-whisky-sake-events
Congratulations to Daniel Clifford at Midsummer House!
Chef Daniel Clifford of Midsummer House has once again retained two Michelin stars in the 2026 Michelin Guide. The restaurant first earned its second Michelin star in 2005 and has maintained this status every year since for two decades, reinforcing Cambridge’s position as a destination for world-class dining.
Date for your diary
20 June
Cambridgeshire Vegan Festival
Taking place at Vivacity Bushfield Leisure Centre in Peterborough, this major new festival will comprise stalls, entertaining talks, demos and lots of delicious plant-based food for the vegan, vegetarian or vegan-curious among us. Free entry for under 16s. veganeventsuk.co.uk
If these culinary updates have whet your appetite, find out more in February 2026’s food news.