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Owner fined for ‘utterly disgusting’ state of Indian takeaway in Portsmouth

THE BOSS of a city restaurant branded ‘utterly disgusting' after an unannounced inspection revealed it had widespread mouse problems has been hit with a fine.

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Emsworth cafe run by people with learning disabilities to launch tomorrow

A NEW venture will tomorrow begin a journey to get more people with learning difficulties into work.

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Nicolino Diodovich, owner and head chef at Nicolino's. Picture: Habibur Rahman

Why this well-loved Italian restaurant is up for sale after 25 years

AN ITALIAN restaurant that has gone down a treat with locals for a quarter of a century has been put up for sale.

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Kaz Miah, owner and head chef(middle) promising free curry at his Southsea restaurant if England win the World Cup. Picture: Johnston Press

This Portsmouth curry house will give away free meals if England win the World Cup

A Portsmouth restaurateur will be giving away free curries to celebrate if England manage to win the World Cup.

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The Blind Tiger, Spring Street, Landport, Portsmouth, and, below, the Detective's fry-up.

FOOD REVIEW: Portsmouth speakeasy that would make Fat Tony smile

Tucked away around the back of the Cascades shopping centre lies a hidden gem of a restaurant that deserves much more attention than it gets.

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7 Bone Burger Co, Guildhall Walk, Portsmouth

RESTAURANT REVIEW: This is no gourmet burger joint but it's good value for money

There are few guarantees in life, especially when it comes to business. But opening a gourmet burger restaurant? That might be about as close as you are going to get.

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Southsea Beach Cafe along the Esplanade in Portsmouth.

RESTAURANT REVIEW: Tuck into seafood and sweet treats right on the seashore

Virtually kissing the rolling tides of the city's coastline, Southsea Beach Cafe is exactly what's written on the tin.

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FOOD REVIEW: How now, Square Cow? Actually, it's going very well!

It’s a glorious day, one of the first of what will hopefully be a glorious summer. The sun is shining, shorts are being worn and the beer garden benches have been dusted off.

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Three Joes, West Street, Fareham Shopping Centre

FOOD REVIEW: New restaurant basks in five-star glory

It’s the day after the snow and everything is melting. You’d have thought the Beast from the East had trapped people in their homes for weeks judging by the number of people now queuing to get into Tesco’s car park at Fareham. There must be something about not being able to get to a supermarket for 24 hours that makes people yearn for fluorescent strip lighting even more.

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Shenanigans Irish Bar and Caf, Osborne Road, Southsea

FOOD REVIEW: A craic(ing) Irish breakfast

In this day and age it can be hard to find somewhere to eat that offers an authentic, traditional atmosphere. Bland, cookie-cutter chains have spread like the plague, and present a serious challenge for those looking to go somewhere with a bit of character.

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FOOD REVIEW: How now, Square Cow? Actually, it's going very well!

It’s a glorious day, one of the first of what will hopefully be a glorious summer. The sun is shining, shorts are being worn and the beer garden benches have been dusted off.

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FOOD REVIEW: Shock win for veggie option in burger battle

St Pancras in Chichester has been dubbed Restaurant Alley for good reason, with its array of Italian, Indian and Thai restaurants as well as pubs and bars.

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