And so, given that we all like to know that our food is being prepared under the cleanest and most hygienic conditions possible, here is a list of the 15 Preston-based businesses which received new ratings from in their latest inspection by the Food Standards Agency. In the scale a one star rating means “major improvement is necessary”, while five stars means “hygiene standards are very good".
9. Patten Arms, Winmarleigh
Rated 3: The Patten Arms Ltd at Patten Arms Hotel, Park Lane, Winmarleigh, Preston; rated on November 8 | Google
10. Tesco family dining, Preston
Tesco Family Dining Limited, a restaurant, cafe or canteen at Tesco Stores Limited, 89-91 Blackpool Road, Preston was given a 4/5 score after assessment on December 5, the Food Standards Agency's website shows. | Tony Baggett - stock.adobe.com
11. Starbucks, Capitol Centre
Rated 5: Starbucks at Unit 8, The Capitol Centre, Capitol Way, Walton-Le-Dale; rated on January 3 | Google
12. Walmer Bridge
Rated 5: Walmer Bridge Spice at 65 Liverpool Old Road, Walmer Bridge, Preston, Lancashire; rated on December 14 | Google