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Cafe at Brovey Lair, The Summary
- Address: Carbrooke Road, Ovington, nr Swaffham, IP25 6SD (Map)
- Tel: +44 (0)1953 882706
- E-mail: Click here to contact
- Cuisine(s): Seafood, Fusion
- Opening Times:
Mon - Sun: 12:30 and 19:45 - Avg Price: £65.00
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for a full meal, drinks/wine and service/tip.)
Cafe at Brovey Lair, The Description
Arguably one of the UK's most unusual restaurants in that it is located in the chef's own residence, Brovey Lair is a modern ranch-style home with a contemporary kitchen diner set within a south facing conservatory. There are only five glass topped tables all seating up to four guests and all with a view of the stunning gardens, which are floodlit after dark. Those who stay overnight love the tropical Cal-Mex breakfast - a UK exclusive.
Like a culinary theatre, cooking is performed using a Japanese teppanyaki grill while guests look on in disbelief at the chef's skills. They see what they are about to eat prepared before their very eyes. The adventurous all prime fish and seafood fusion menu is an East meets West experience with subtle spicing to lift the raw produce into another dimension. The chef's ethos is to excite not bite the palate.
The four course set dinner varies day by day and is discussed with guests prior to their visit so that, on the night, everyone gets the same food. The price includes pre-dinner tapas and post-dinner teas, coffees and special chocolates. The Good Food Guide has awarded chef Tina a 5 for cooking - the second highest mark in all of East Anglia with only Morston Hall and Midsummer House (both with Michelin stars) beating her with sixes. Reservations are essential and should be made at least 3 days in advance.
Fixed Lunch
- £40 (3 courses) to £45 (4 courses), minimum four people
Fixed Dinner
- £47.50 (4 courses)
Your Reviews of Cafe at Brovey Lair, The
Ronalee MacQueen (14 March 2007)
Tina and Mike Pemberton have created a real epicurean retreat in Norfolk with Brovey Lair. Everything-atmosphere, setting, wine, ingredients and cuisine are of the highest calibre. However, there is nothing stuffy about Brovey Lair that would normally be associated with a haute- gourmet restaurant. It is indeed, like going to the most sensational dinner party. The Pembertons quickly put their guests at ease with a convivial pre-dinner tapa-like experience at the bar area fronting their teppan grill and stove. What a delight to watch Tina finishing the starters in her beautiful kitchen while diners delight in nibbles and a nice glass of champagne or wine. This provides the opportunity for guests to quickly get to know one another or “to have eyes only” for their dinner partner.
Now for the food... seafood is the star and “from-the-boat” fresh. The palate dances with the delights of Tina’s infusion cooking and choices of seasonings. She’s inventive and creative. The soups, starters, entrees, and desserts are all signature dishes of this master of the kitchen.
Book soon before this romantic food haven is discovered by the “Chelsea-on-Sea” bunch.
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Additional Info for Cafe at Brovey Lair, The
Children welcome
Groups allowed- Air conditioning
- Outside seating
- Reservations
- Cover Charge
- House red: £17.95
- House white: £17.95
- Service charge: 10%
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