Author: NorfolkEnquirer
There is something special about a pizza that is made with patience, cooked in a wood-fired oven and served fresh to the table. At Lacco Italian Restaurant & Bar in Dereham, traditional Italian flavours are at the heart of the menu, with handcrafted pizzas forming part of a dining experience that brings a little taste of Italy to Norfolk. Located at 30-32 High Street, Lacco opened in February 2025 and was founded by business partners Yaz Coskunyurek and Fero Mahmudov, who previously ran Storico in Ipswich. The restaurant takes its name from Lacco Ameno, a town on the Italian island…
Just outside Wymondham, surrounded by open fields and peaceful countryside, Glebe Farm Barn offers a charming setting for weddings, celebrations and special events. Set on a working farm in Carleton Forehoe, this family-run venue combines rustic character with the flexibility to create an occasion that feels entirely personal. Glebe Farm Barn is the kind of place that can be easy to miss if you are not looking for it. Away from the busier wedding destinations, it offers a relaxed rural setting where couples and event organisers can take their time planning an event without feeling restricted by a fixed style…
There is something particularly fitting about opening a seafood restaurant in Blakeney. With the North Norfolk coast on its doorstep, the village has long been closely connected to the sea, and a new restaurant on the High Street is making that connection central to its menu. Havn opened in July 2026 at 30 High Street, bringing chef Phil Smith’s approach to seasonal cooking to the village. The intimate restaurant is centred around North Norfolk seafood and vegetables, with a menu designed to make the most of what is available locally and seasonally. The name Havn, meaning harbour in Danish and…
Norwich has plenty of burger spots, but Bun X has built a following by doing things its own way. Known for smashed beef patties, loaded burgers, indulgent sides and its famous feast trays, the brand has grown from a kitchen pop-up into one of the city’s best-known names for comfort food. At the centre of the Bun X story is owner Jeff Taylor, who officially took over the lease of Micawbers Tavern on Pottergate in March 2026. After almost three years of operating from the pub’s kitchen, taking on the venue marked a major milestone for the business and gave…
On Timberhill in Norwich, Esteem Hair brings together creative hairdressing, expert colour and a genuinely personal approach, creating a salon experience that feels both professional and welcoming. The independent salon caters to women and men looking for everything from a beautifully finished cut and colour refresh to a complete change of style. Its approach is centred around understanding each client, taking the time to consider their hair, lifestyle and individual preferences before creating a look that works for them. Inside, Esteem Hair has a contemporary yet relaxed feel. Exposed brick, modern furnishings and natural light create a stylish environment without…
Located in the heart of Norwich city centre, The Clinic Norwich is an award-winning aesthetic and regenerative medicine clinic focused on helping clients look and feel their best through a range of non-surgical treatments. Based on St Martin-At-Palace Plain, the modern clinic has established itself as a destination for those looking for considered aesthetic treatments, skin health and wellbeing services in a professional clinical environment. At the centre of The Clinic Norwich is founder and Clinical Director Joolia Gilvey, a registered nurse with extensive experience across both private healthcare and the NHS. Her clinical background has helped shape the clinic’s…
On one of Norwich’s most recognisable medieval streets, The Jade Tree has been part of the city’s independent creative scene for more than 25 years. Found at 15 Elm Hill, the artist-run cooperative brings together the work of more than 60 local and regional makers, offering visitors the chance to discover something genuinely individual while exploring one of the city’s most historic corners. Elm Hill itself provides a fitting setting for a shop built around traditional craftsmanship and creativity. With its cobbled surface, historic buildings and distinctive character, the street is one of the best-preserved medieval streets in Norwich and…
For one night only, the award winning Jus’ Winging It is taking over Bond No.28! Join us from 5pm on Thursday 10th September for an unforgettable evening of seriously good wings, live DJs, great music and cocktails. Expect award winning wings, good vibes and a whole lot of flavour, all for one night only. Come hungry, bring your people and get ready to wing it. For the latest menu, updates and news, you can follow Jus’ Winging It on Instagram or visit their Facebook page.
Set in the village of Stanhoe, The Duck is a 300 year old gastropub and boutique inn that brings together the traditional character of a North Norfolk village pub with a contemporary approach to food, drink and hospitality. Surrounded by countryside and within easy reach of some of the county’s most celebrated beaches, it offers the kind of relaxed setting that makes you want to stay a little longer. The Duck is run by chef Jeremy Parke and his wife Rachael, who took over the property in 2023. For the couple, the pub provides an opportunity to combine their experience…
Norwich has welcomed a new addition to its food, drink and nightlife scene, with Las Gidi opening at 114 Timberhill in the Castle Quarter in August 2026. The two floor Afro Modern lounge, bar and restaurant brings together African cuisine, cocktails, music and culture in a stylish new city centre setting. Created by the team behind AfriFest East, Las Gidi has been developed as a permanent home for the energy and community that the festival has built in Norfolk. The team behind the venue has combined experience in hospitality, events and entrepreneurship to create a destination designed to showcase African…