UK. Travel restaurateur SSP has unveiled Aster & Thyme, a premium restaurant and bar at Newcastle International Airport. The venue replaces the Cabin Bar, with the outlet’s size increasing by +130%.
Aster & Thyme features a botanical-themed interior design, complemented by premium marble and brass finishes. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide passengers with panoramic airfield views.
The venue’s menu offers a wide range of breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks options, with local produce to the fore. These include North Sea kippers, slow-cooked beef short rib and boards of local cheeses.
The airport noted the development will create over 20 jobs and is part of an 18-month, £20 million project to refurbish the Airport’s departure lounge and security area. The works are scheduled to be completed ahead of the busy summer season.
Newcastle International Airport Director of Commercial Dean Ward said: “We are excited to launch Aster & Thyme, our brand-new premium bar and restaurant. It embodies our commitment to provide passengers with a world-class travel experience, and this stylish brasserie will be a haven for travellers to relax and enjoy the best North East produce ahead of their departure – all with fantastic views of the airfield.”
SSP Business Development Director UK & Ireland Cathy Granby commented: “Aster & Thyme is great place to enjoy a bite to eat or a drink before a flight. We’re thrilled to be welcoming Newcastle travellers to our wonderful new bar, and we’re certain that travellers to and from this outstanding city will really love this elegant venue.” 
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