Cafe Sapore is a new age bistro, a smart and stylish eatery in Hartburn, Stockton on Tees, where you can drop in for a coffee and a slice of cake, a glass of wine or a traditional panini. Of course they also have a seasonal menu where only the freshest locally sourced ingredients and classic Italian elements come together to create a variety of tantalising dishes. There's also a delightful little deli where you can purchase authentic Italian products and go on to try something at home too if you're adventurous enough.

For those longing to take time off from the kitchen, a look at their menu could bring starters of fresh mussels, tomato and chilli sauce and toasted bread and the main course of pork filet in herb crust, extra virgin oil potato puree and sweet onions veloute is excellent. The wine list offers some interesting choices from Italy, and if you love sweets, don't miss the almond parfait with chocolate sauce and pistachio nuts.