Sustainability is the foundation of all our efforts
Sustainability is NORD’s core principle guiding all our actions and endeavours. It signifies that sustainability is not just a component but the fundamental base of everything we do.
We are deeply committed to sourcing excellent, fresh, and responsibly-sourced ingredients, with many sourced within just a short journey from our restaurant's kitchen ensuring minimal food miles travelled. All our meat comes from trusted suppliers in the North West. With a strong preference for offering native breeds as this is pivotal to our environmental sustainability. These breeds are uniquely adapted to thrive in our climate and are raised on a diet of grass and forage, which aligns with their natural instincts.
We are privileged to have access to some of the world's finest fishing grounds, with areas like Peterhead and Fraserburgh renowned for their exceptional landings of Hake, Halibut, Haddock, Plaice, and Cod. During the summer months, our own coastline yields abundant treasures such as Sea Bass from Liverpool Bay and Menai.
The selection of shellfish offered via our partners is equally remarkable, boasting hand-dived Scallops harvested directly from the pristine waters of Tarbat on the banks of Loch Fyne, along with live Crabs and Lobsters sourced from Cornwall and the West coast of Scotland. We strive to ensure our seafood is sourced from British waters, to guarantee full traceability and ethical sourcing practices.
We collaborate with local suppliers all within a short distance from NORD who share our values, extending beyond the kitchen.
For our flour, we partner with Wild Farmed, who employ regenerative methods to cultivate top-quality grains without chemicals. By 2030, their system aims to offset as much CO2 as a century-old rainforest the size of Greater London.
We also partner with Growing @ Field 28 who strictly adhere to organic farming practices, utilising a "no-dig" approach. This method enhances soil health and minimises weed growth by abstaining from bed digging. By avoiding disturbance, they preserve the crucial soil life, including microorganisms, fungi, and worms, which nourish plant roots, ensuring greater biodiversity of the soil and upholding a commitment to putting more into the ground than what is taken out.
Our other eco-friendly business initiatives
- Utilisation of a water filtration system to provide high-quality water without the need for bottled water
- Designated 'sustainability champions' throughout our organisation who prioritise environmental impact, staff welfare, guest satisfaction, and supplier relationships in our daily operations
- Strict policy against single-use plastic for food storage in our kitchen facilities
- Suppliers mandated to transition to recyclable or reusable packaging whenever feasible
NORD & La Salle Hotel School Partnership
Turning Exceptional Dining into Real Impact
We’re proud to partner with La Salle Hospitality Education Charity who are based in Croxteth, Liverpool. The partnership will not only raise much needed funds for the charity but La Salle will also be growing produce that will be used to help shape the seasonal menus at NORD.
To help us raise funds for this amazing charity we are asking guests to add £1 on, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to La Salle’s transformative work.
About La Salle Hotel School
A pioneering initiative from La Salle Hospitality Education Charity (registered charity No. 1205274), the orgaisation is set to open a fully operational hotel and restaurant serving as both a community hub and a real-world training environment.
Located in Croxteth, Liverpool the school aims to break down barriers and unlock potential by providing hands-on training in catering, business management, customer service and horticulture. Students will gain practical experience while learning from seasoned professionals, equipping them with life-changing skills and pathways to rewarding careers in the global hospitality industry.
Since 2019, they’ve been repurposing a former Brothers’ House into a commercial training centre, complete with a professional kitchen and kitchen garden, teaching real-world skills in catering, service and horticulture. The upcoming hotel school will feature 11 bedrooms, a 40-cover restaurant, conferencing spaces and a kitchen garden, all designed to create a self-sustaining training environment with profits reinvested back into the charity.
Why This Partnership Matters
By simply enjoying a meal at NORD, diners become champions of change. That extra £1 per bill helps provide vital training, mentorship and opportunities to young people who face barriers to success. It fuels the development of La Salle’s unique hotel–school model, an innovative blend of education and entrepreneurship, with all profits reinvested to sustain and grow their mission.
It also brings together dining excellence and social responsibility, connecting sophisticated cuisine with community impact.
Join Us in Making a Difference
At NORD we have always believed in the power of hospitality to change lives. Supporting La Salle Hotel School aligns perfectly with our values and vision, offering hospitality as a viable career. It’s inspiring to be part of a movement that opens doors for the next generation.
We are especially excited about being involved in the horticulture program at La Salle Hotel School. The Kitchen Garden and Plot-to-Plate initiative are not only brilliant for teaching sustainability and food provenance, but they’ll also play a big part in shaping the seasonal and locally inspired menus at NORD. Connecting young people with where food comes from, right down to the soil, and then seeing that produce influence our dishes is a powerful way to blend education with creativity. We are really inspired by this collaboration and believe it is a real step forward for the region’s food scene.
Take your taste buds on a journey and your heart into your community. Enjoy an outstanding dining experience at NORD and know that your meal is contributing to educational opportunity, skill-building and brighter futures at La Salle Hotel School.
For more information on La Salle Hotel School, including their mission, programmes, and community impact please visit their website.