Favourite Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Norfolk by Galton Blackiston
In a segment of our Money blog called Cheap Eats, we approach Michelin-star chefs to select their preferred spots for an economical meal in their locality and when they choose to cook at home. This time, we had a chat with Galton Blackiston from the esteemed Morston Hall with a Michelin star in Norfolk…
Greetings, Galton! Could you share with us your top picks in Norfolk where a duo can dine for under £40?
Allium in Downham Market is a quaint family-operated eatery with mum, dad, Joe in the kitchen, and James managing the front of the house. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, it exudes a fantastic ambiance on a Saturday evening along with delightful cuisine.
Bure River Restaurant is a small joint situated on the broads in Horning that specializes in crafting delectable fish dishes.
Lastly, don’t miss Parlour in Binham, where you’ll find a superb restaurant. Here, you can contribute money into an honesty box for their locally sourced cheese from the village and fresh milk from their farm – a must-visit spot in Norfolk.
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What’s your preferred budget meal to prepare at home?
I enjoy preparing Toad in the Hole served with a baked potato, hispi cabbage, and onion gravy.
A valuable tip is to brown off the sausages in dripping before pouring over the batter, made of eight eggs, 250g plain flour, one pint of full-fat milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Whisk the ingredients together and allow the mixture to rest for an hour before using.
Here’s how to cook the hispi cabbage with cling film covering the pan…