One of Sheffield's best lunch menus is being served inside a Glossop Road coffee shop - but this is on another level to a soup and a sandwich offering.
Elm is one of the city's most stylish spaces, which is no surprise, given that it's run by identical twins and acclaimed designers Nik and Jon Daughtry.
And while it enjoys a healthy trade by day, where people gather for coffees, toasties, catch-ups and some laptop surfing, Elm has recently added a formidable string to its bow.
Since collaborating with chef Nathan Wall, a self-taught visionary who's been of the most respected names on the Derbyshire restaurant scene, Elm now has a refined food offering worthy of its beautiful interiors.
Previously, we've only been able to get a taste of his cooking in the evenings, when the team serve up an exceptional set menu - but a condensed version has now made its way into the lunch service too.
Head on back to the 'blue room' - a gorgeous space with just eight covers - and you can have a three-course, £35 lunch menu that's 'short in courses, long in flavour'.
As with all of chef Nathan's menus, it'll remain proudly seasonal, which in January has meant ingredients like Jerusalem artichoke and chicory have their time in the spotlight.
Inside the Blue Room at Elm SheffieldTreacle loafThat amazing cheese courseMain courses on the Restaurant Elm lunch menuNamelaka
The main lunch menu at the start of 2026 has included a roasted Jerusalem artichoke in a vintage cheddar custard; a Creedy Carver duck breast and braised leg, with orange-glazed chicory, and carrot and orange puree; and a pistachio and dark chocolate namelaka, with a pistachio caramel and raspberry reduction.
That's the main three-course lunch menu, and for the sheer calibre of the cooking, it's excellent value.
But we'd highly recommend going the whole hog and adding in the bread course (it's a miniature treacle loaf with cultured butter) and the cheese course (a piece of Jasmine and ginger fruit cake with gooey baron brigod cheese and a pickled walnut ketchup).
Lunch at Restaurant Elm in Sheffield is served between 12pm and 2.30pm on Thursdays and Fridays - you can book your spot here.
It's fantastic news for our city's food scene, as Restaurant JÖRO has been awarded a Michelin star.
Not only is it a huge triumph for JÖRO, but it is also a massive win for Sheffield as the award breaks a decade-long drought.
Often hailed as the city's best restaurant, JÖRO is run by husband-and-wife team Luke French and Stacey Sherwood.
Born in December 2016 in Sheffield's ultra trendy Kelham Island area, JÖRO (which is Old Norse for 'earth') quickly became the city’s first Michelin Bib Gourmand before then collecting three AA Rosettes and an entry in the 2025 Michelin Guide.
It is loved by critics all over the country, so it's safe to say this Michelin star is absolutely well and truly deserved.
The space has just 11 tables, and their food is focused on top ingredients, purity and locality.
The space is light and airy, no dress code necessary with an inviting open kitchen that entices you to sneak a peek.
But, don't just take our word for it. Here's what the guide has to say: "JÖRO’s relocation to this 300-year-old former mill on the edge of Sheffield has certainly been a labour of love. The building has been smartly converted, with bedrooms available upstairs and an open kitchen in the dining room.
"The cooking is pure and occasionally playful, with the quality ingredients treated with respect and understanding. Just take the Vale of Mowbray hogget, for example, enhanced by a mint-tinged lamb jus, a bright tomato and chipotle cream, and a vibrant caponata.
"The excellent service is a real team effort, with every person brimming with enthusiasm."
A whole flood of love for JÖRO has been posted online, including that from the team themselves. Announcing the news to Instagram, they said: "Wow! We are absolutely thrilled to announce that JÖRO has been awarded One MICHELIN Star at last night's Michelin Guide ceremony.
"We are incredibly proud of this recognition and as we enter our 10th year, we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our team’s success. Hard work makes the dream work."
A huge congratulations to Luke, Stacey and the team - we couldn't think of anywhere more deserving. Cheers to you!
Planning application submitted for new padel courts at Sheffield’s Steel City Stadium
Clementine Hall
A property specialist has submitted an application to build three padel courts on land at Steel City Stadium.
It seems the padel craze is never ending, as more padel courts could soon be landing in Sheffield.
Scarborough Group International (SGI) are looking to build the courts as part of the group's long-term investment into the stadium.
The three courts would sit on the same level as the stadium, giving padel players access to the toilets, cafe, changing facilities and the stadium's workspace community.
If the plans are approved, the courts are expected to be up and running by summer 2026.
Image: Scarborough Group International
Scott McCabe, Director at SGI, spoke about the application: “Submitting this planning application marks another important step in the ongoing evolution of Steel City Stadium.
"We have invested considerably in the Stadium over recent years, from delivering the grandstand to opening the new café and coworking lounge, and we are committed to ensuring this becomes a vibrant, inclusive and active place for the whole community.
“Padel is a sport that is growing at remarkable pace across the UK. If consent is granted, we stand ready to deliver these courts quickly and bring a much-needed new opportunity for participation, wellbeing and community connection to the Park.”
The application follows a huge period of investment by SGI into Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, to date they have invested a whopping £10 million into the stadium.
We'll keep you updated when we know more about the progress of the application. Game, set, padel!
Daisy Jackson -
30th January 2026 
