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The UK’s first dedicated free-range butcher and craft beer bottle shop.

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THE TEAM

Steven (Meat)
Steven has worked as a Butcher in the meat industry since the age of 14. He honed his talents at some of the most distinguished butchers across the UK and before moving back to the North East to set up Block & Bottle Steven developed a range of products and events at West London’s Hook and Cleaver where he discovered a passion for the world of charcuterie. He soaked up knowledge from mentors to become a master of his craft.

Katie (Beer)
Five years of co-ordinating major events has gave Katie an expert knowledge of catering for lavish parties with the highest quality produce from suppliers. She has worked closely with top British chefs including Angela Hartnett to deliver first-class experiences for all lucky enough to attend her events. Katie has travelled extensively around the UK, Europe and America, seeking out the very best craft breweries.

Ellie (Production Manager)
Ellie joined our team at the start of the first lockdown. Ellie has worked at some of the top independent food businesses in Newcastle including Cook House, Barrio Comida and Northern Rye. Her passion for great food combined with her fantastic ability to organise makes her the perfect person to run our Production facility and Catering side of the business.

The go to place for Free Range meat, craft beer, natural Wine and Charcuterie in the North East.
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At Block & Bottle we have curated a shop brimming with exciting, locally sourced, free range, grass fed meats; tantalising hand-crafted charcuterie and mouth-watering craft beers and natural wines for your delectation. Focusing on the fantastic North East and UK breweries, with a few additions from the rest of the world.

Block & Bottle offer all that you’d expect of a traditional high street butchery or beer bottle shop, with the welcome addition of draught beer for you to sit in and enjoy, or take home in cans or bottles filled on the spot. You can also find a unique and delicious range of charcuterie including salami, sliced cured hams, pancetta, guanciale and much, much more.

Awards

Restaurants and cafes we supply

We supply meat to some of the top restaurants, cafes and food establishments in the North East including all these fantastic venues. Check out our Google Map to discover new venues near you!

Living North, April 2018

Recent Press

The Hairy Bikers Go North BBC2 TV Series - Series 1 Episode 8
The Cure 2019-20 - Hog on the Tyne, Page 11, Fine Food Digest Magazine
The Telegraph - The Guild of Fine Foods Shop of the Year Awards, March 2019
The Chronicle - New York-inspired beer and meat store in Gateshead that's proving a big hit, February 2019
North East Times - The Indie Series, November 2018
BBC News - Life Under the Arches, October 2018
BBC Business - How small businesses are dealing with online giants, December 2017
The Chronicle - Innovation of the Year Award feature, November 2017
The Chronicle - Small Business 100 feature, August 2017
Lazy Hazy Days - Review, July 2017
Luxe Magazine - Feature in Print & Online, July 2017
Newcastle Eats Blog - Review, May 2017
The Chronicle - Feature, April 2017
Food Haul Blog - Review, April 2017