Brasted's News

Wine Tasting & Food Demo

ed — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:14:34 +0000

A fantastic night was had by all last Friday. Buzz, our executive chef, provided a cookery demonstration for our guests with plenty of tips and suggestions for those hosting their own dinner party. The guests then sat down to the three course meal they had learnt to prepare. This included Cauliflower Panacotta to start, Roasted Mallard, and to finish a White Chocolate and Mandarin Cheesecake. In-between courses, Graham Philpott our wine supplier from Hallgarten Druitt, provided wines including a White Bordeaux and our personal favorite Moscato D’Asti Nivole! Graham entertained with tasting notes and stories for each giving everyone fresh ideas on matching wines with food, the White Bordeaux with duck was a surprising success!

The night was a great success and we have had some lovely feedback, we have already started to plan the next!

“We really enjoyed the wine tasting, demo & food last night, great night, as usual the quality of the food and service was fantastic, please thank all the team on our behalf. please do some more!” Mr & Mrs Weal

New Year’s Celebrations!

ed — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 10:04:59 +0000

Brasted’s kicked off 2013 with a bang here on New Year’s Eve at the barns! Once again we hosted a black tie dinner dance with a four course dinner, disco and casino. A great time was had by all.

It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and some new ones too on such a special occasion. We would like to wish everyone a very happy new year and hope to see you all soon!

“The Brasted’s Team” attend The Hotel School Awards Gala Dinner

ed — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 09:41:02 +0000

Once again, “The Brasted’s Team” attended The Hotel School Awards Gala Dinner at The Holiday Inn North Airport Hotel on Tuesday 3rd July 2012.

A wonderful array of culinary delights served by Devin Gross and his Team were on offer and enjoyed by all the students up for nomination and Sponsors from all over Norfolk,

Michael Zouvani Director of Operations presented an award on behalf of Brasted’s to Abigail Clipsom for Food Service Learner of the Year

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees on the night, we are looking forward to next years.

“As ambassadors of City College we are sure to continue our support over the coming years.”

Brasted’s help inspire students at the Hotel School Norwich

ed — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:27:14 +0000

Norfolk’s top restaurateurs, professional chefs and hoteliers, joined the Hotel School at City College Norwich on Wednesday 8th February along with lead suppliers of organic, free range and local produce to give support to the college ‘Passion to Inspire’ competition.

The professionals guided the students in the kitchen, before judging their dishes, were Nick Mills (Managing Director) and Chris Busby (Executive Chef) from Brasted’s, Eric Snaith (Head Chef, Titchwell Manor Hotel), Philip Milner (Head Chef, Orange Tree) and Roger Hickman (Head Chef, Hickman’s Restaurant).

Nick Mills, Managing Director of Brasted’s, commented:

“There were some very complex dishes for the students to do at the competition. It was really, really, pleasant to see such great passion in the young people coming through into the industry.”

“I think it’s very important that the students get to know and understand everything about what goes into the industry. Including the front of house aspects as well as the kitchen and the supply side, right through to the end with the customer experience.”

Seven teams of student chefs were put through their paces in the college kitchens. They went head to head in a ‘Master Chef’ competition each preparing a two course meal in just an hour and a half!

Students were challenged to come up with their own dishes, featuring a pork, duck, chicken or fish-based main course, followed by an egg-based dessert, all under the expert eye of the professionals who were on hand to provide advice and support.

Brasted’s at Langley Abbey!

ed — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:26:01 +0000

After hosting a busy 2 day open weekend on 18th and 19th of February Brasted’s are delighted to now have an exciting new event venue at Langley Abbey.

Langley abbey is situated in an historic and beautiful setting. The venue is prefectly suited to a variety of celebrations including birthday parties, corporate events and of course weddings.

Brasted’s 20 years’ experience in catering and event production and this truly magnificent setting of Langley Abbey makes for a perfect union.

2011 Moveable Feast a great success!

ed — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:53:58 +0000

Over 600 people attended the 2011 Lloyd Addison’s Moveable Feast this year. Once again making it another great year in fund raising for Parkinson’s research UK.

The Event is truly unique and very popular offering guests the opportunity to try 3 different courses from the 14 different restaurants.

Last year the Event raised £5,340 and this years figure could be higher.

Nick Mills, from Brasted’s added “I was really pleased this year all the restaurants had made a great effort and the food was fantastic.”

Nick De’Ath, one of the organisers, commented: “The event this year was a sell out with some feasters already booking tickets for next year!”

To find out more about this event or to book tickets for next year visit www.moveablefeastnorwich.org

The Royal Norfolk Show 2011

ed — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:01:49 +0000

Brasted’s were proud once again to have served the President and Vice Presidents at this annual prestigious event on Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th June 2011.

This year was once again a great success with the two days being busier than ever! With this years event championing the very best food and produce Norfolk had to offer.

We will look forward to the Event next year and once again sharing a jug of Pimms with you all!

Bon Viveur Lives On

ed — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 15:07:23 +0000

Nestled in the stunning Norfolk countryside is a treasure in this county’s dining delights. Brasted’s, located at Manor Farm Barns in Framingham Pigot, is run by a team who are totally passionate about food and are committed to taking the customer on the very best gastronomic journey possible.

Directors Nick Mills, Chris Busby and Michael Zouvani are all completely operational staff and have devoted their lives to the discovery, development and enjoyment of fine dining.

They worked alongside founder, the late John Brasted, who was renowned for his excellent outlook on food and his philosophy of ‘great company, fabulous food and wonderful wines as often as possible.’ He was hailed as one of the industry’s ‘great Bon Viveurs.’

Brasted’s is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening 7pm – 10pm and Friday Lunchtime 12pm – 2.30pm. For bookings call 01508 491112.

A Fine Hidden Gem

ed — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:40:19 +0000

As a regular restaurant reviewer, you can occasionally find a true hidden gem in the pack…and this can most certainly be said of Brasted’s. From the initial approach, driving through the picture-perfect, privately owned village of Framingham Pigot, the stunning location of Brasted’s suddenly appears, approached via an attractive driveway and set among the Norfolk countryside. It immediately became apparent this was going to be something special.

Brasted’s is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening 7pm – 10pm and Friday Lunchtime 12pm – 2.30pm. For bookings call 01508 491112

Brasted’s as number 22 in The Independent top 50 B&B’s in the country!

ed — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 13:54:37 +0000

Brasted’s – A restaurant with rooms, on the outskirts of Norwich, Brasteds Lodge has ‘only welcomed guests since late 2009 but it has already gained a reputation for its stylish boutique accommodation, and excellent food’, explains Jim.

Where Manor Farm Barns, Framingham Pigot, Norfolk, NR14 7PZ (01508 491112; www.brasteds.co.uk

How much Doubles from £175, B&B